Youth have a ball

Crystal, 6, tries to shoot a goal in netball. 152639 Pictures: ROB CAREW

SPORTS Fest and Youth Week celebrations took over Noble Park’s Ross Reserve precinct on Sunday 10 April.
City of Greater Dandenong’s Youth Services team celebrated National Youth Week, 8 to 17 April, with activities and competitions ranging from breakdancing to sack races, tug-of-war, volleyball, basketball and more.
The Noble Park Skate Park hosted the YMCA South Eastern Skate League Competition, featuring scooter, BMX and skateboard riders.
But it wasn’t all about youth.
Sports Fest encouraged families to find new ways to get active in the community.
Attendees tried sports of all sorts, took a tumble on the jumping castle and enjoyed live dance performances.
Mayor Heang Tak and fellow councillors hosted a meet-and-greet session with a free sausage sizzle outside Noble Park Aquatic Centre (NPAC).