Tucked beneath the Lane Cove Aquatic Centre, the Synergy Youth Centre is a space many locals have heard about but not everyone fully realises what’s on offer.

We recently toured the centre with youth worker Erin and got a firsthand look at how it supports local young people, from casual drop-in sessions to structured school holiday programs.

And with Youth Week starting this week, they’re hosting a major free event that’s set to draw a crowd.

Free laser tag, BBQ and more this Friday

The highlight of the week is the “Game On: Dare to Play” Youth Week event, taking place at Pottery Green Oval.

Young people can expect:

• Free laser tag
• A BBQ
• Creative activities including dream catcher art
• Local services and youth organisations on site

The event is split by age group: 10–15 years: 3pm–5pm & 16+: later session

“It’s going to be a really fun, high-energy day — and it’s completely free,” Erin said.

School holiday programs

Synergy runs a packed schedule of school holiday activities designed to keep young people engaged and trying new things.

“We’ve had a lot of exciting events these holidays including a drumming circle, an egg drop experiment and creative writing workshops. Plus there’s more to come this week with bingo, a second-hand fashion workshop and a touch footy session,” Erin said.

More than just a youth centre

“It’s a space where young people can come and just hang out — play games, shoot hoops, chat with friends — whatever they feel like doing,” Erin said.

A safe “middle ground” for young people

“It’s a really good middle ground; they’re not at school and they’re not completely on their own,” Erin said.

“They’ve got that independence, but in a safe, supervised space.”

“It also gives young people the chance to talk to someone who isn’t a parent or teacher if they need support,” Erin said.

Term Time Programs

During the school term the Synergy team have regular weekly programs that operate on a drop in basis. The offer everything from casual basketball, craft, music, life skills workshops and the very popular Friday Feeds session. The Term 2 2026 program is below.

Half Court Available To All

Did you know the half basketball court at Synergy is open to members of the general public?

Anyone can pop by outside of the Synergy Youth Centre opening hours (listed below) and use the space. Access through the side gate on Little St. BYO ball, share this free community space.

Synergy Youth Centre

School Term Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday, 3:00pm – 6:00pm, Friday, 3:00pm – 8:00pm
School Holidays Opening Hours: Monday – Friday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: Synergy Youth Centre, 8 Little Street, Lane Cove (under the Lane Cove Aquatic and Leisure Centre grandstand).
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 02 9911 3598