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Derby Hill Blue Light Youth Camp

Release date: Thu 31 March 2005

Last updated: Thu 4 October 2007

What do we do?

Derby Hill Blue Light Youth Camp is an exciting concept developed in cooperation with Victoria Police, the Victorian Government and the Blue Light Organisation.  It is an integral part of the Victoria Youth Program.

Derby Hill is an accommodation centre located in Maldon.  This complex was built in 1987 at a cost of $1.8 million and was specifically designed in the style of the original Derby Hill Gold Mine previously located at the site. The facility has a well-equipped modern kitchen with lounge and dining facilities.  There is also a games room and barbecue area.

The centre is situated in central Maldon and is within walking distance to shopping facilities.  It features nine self-contained units with the capacity to accommodate 70 people comfortably.

What services do we offer?

Programs for youth staying at Derby Hill are developed and managed by Police members who have experience with and knowledge in youth activities.

Maldon itself is a township steeped in history.  Located in central Victoria, Maldon was once the site of three thriving gold mines, which were sited on one of the world's richest gold bearing quartz reefs.

There are numerous activities, day trips, cycling expeditions and tours available within the township itself.

On site activities include mini golf, rock climbing wall, adventure based course, initiative games, archery, bocce and indoor carpet bowls.

Off site activities include bike riding, caneoing, yabbying, fishing, gold panning, swimming, tennis and golf (transport can be provided).

How can you contact us?

For further information please contact:

Sergeant Bill Jefferies, Camp Manager

Derby Hill Blue Light Youth Camp
PO Box 127
Maldon Vic 3463

03 54 75 2033 (ph)
03 54 75 2117 (fax)

Email: derbyhill@netcon.net.au

If you would like to learn more about the Youth Affairs Department please contact:

Senior Constable Richenda Lehmann
Blue Light State Coordinator
Youth Affairs

Victoria Police Centre
637 Flinders Street
Melbourne VIC 3005

Tel (61 3) 9247 3132
Fax (61 3) 9247 6188

Website: www.bluelight.com.au

 
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