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SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS!
So much fun packed into January at The Hub!
We're offering some small group, limited SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS at The Creative Hub Woodend! The workshops are between 1 and 2 hours each and cover everything from Game Design, Guitars, Drums and Beats! We're even running a special Discovery Jr session for musicians aged between 2-9yrs to jam.
Visit the Creative Hub booking site to act quickly and book your space. All bookings require Membership or a Day Pass!
As the sessions fill up we'll offer more as we can around space and staff availability. You can always book in for an Individual 20, 30, 40 or 60 minute session with one of our talented team too!
Find supportive and inclusive pros to support your goals
Our Mentors
Learn all about our talented team of specialist Mentors! Click in to view their profiles and learn more about their specializations and availability.
Jack Dobson (Guitars, Drums, Bands, Keyboards + Game Design)
Jack Dobson is an experienced bassist, producer, composer, educator and multi-instrumentalist based in Naarm/Melbourne.
Shaun Evans (Woodwinds, Keyboards, Bands, Technology)
Shaun Evans is a Woodwind and Keyboard player, composer, arranger and orchestrator and tragic technologist!
Oscar Lenain (Bass, Guitars, Bands, Keyboards)
Did you know?: Oscar was the musical director for the stage show "Reservoir Dogs," which featured an all-female cast at the Mountview Theatre in September 2022.
Paul Fox (Recording, Drums, Keyboard, Guitars, Bands)
Paul isn't just a drummer and guitarist! He's a Mastering & Recording engineer with his own, Woodend-based studio!
Hannah Cooper (Vocals, Songwriter, Keyboards, Bands)
Hannah is a singer-songwriter and recording artist who performs regularly throughout Melbourne and the Macedon Ranges!
Luca Pascucci (Guitars, Vocals, Drums, Bands)
Luca Pascucci is a well-regarded guitarist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist from Melbourne, Australia.
Akira Cairnes (Drums, Recording, Keyboard, Bands)
He has been playing drums for over ten years and is a member of an up and coming band called 'PAPRIKA'.
Talon Gostelow (Photography, Film, Youth Engagement)
Advocate backed by multidisciplinary experience, connecting arts & community work.
Studios and The Creative Hub to spark your imagination
JOIN US AT THE HUB!
ANNOUNCING Our new CREATIVE HUB WOODEND at 42 Urquhart St!
A new community hub where creators and makers can learn, grow and connect. Music, Movies, Art, Design, Making, Building, Printing, Scripting, Organizing .. we have the industry-standard tools and specialist Mentors to get you started. All ages! All abilities!
Studio 1: The Band Room and Workshop space. Rehearse your band, join in an ensemble or jam, learn theatre skills, or even record with multitrack!
Studio 2: The flexible creation space for Podcasts, Video (with green screen and big screen), small recording space or rehearsal space. Book an individual or Launchpad lesson with one of our Mentors! Book the room for your next podcast adventure!
The Creative Hub: The Hub is the multi purpose space for members to indulge their creative spirits. Book in for computer workstations with industry-standard tools (music, design, photos, videos, gaming, coding), use the 3D printers, Laser cutter, merch-making tools or take some clay or paint for a spin. There's so many options for all ages to explore at The Creative Hub.
More Big News!
The Ranges Music Network is now the Creative Ranges Network!
Youth Membership includes FREE BigSing & BigBam, Monday, Wednesday & Friday jams at The Creative Hub Woodend + heap of other benefits! Join as a Youth Member ($22 / month) or pick a Family Membership (just $86 for 4 immediate family members).
What's New
Events, News & Opportunities
Talon Gostelow (Photography, Film, Youth Engagement)
Advocate backed by multidisciplinary experience, connecting arts & community work.
Hannah Cooper (Vocals, Songwriter, Keyboards, Bands)
Hannah is a singer-songwriter and recording artist who performs regularly throughout Melbourne and the Macedon Ranges!
Luca Pascucci (Guitars, Vocals, Drums, Bands)
Luca Pascucci is a well-regarded guitarist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist from Melbourne, Australia.
Akira Cairnes (Drums, Recording, Keyboard, Bands)
He has been playing drums for over ten years and is a member of an up and coming band called 'PAPRIKA'.
Paul Fox (Recording, Drums, Keyboard, Guitars, Bands)
Paul isn't just a drummer and guitarist! He's a Mastering & Recording engineer with his own, Woodend-based studio!
Jack Dobson (Guitars, Drums, Bands, Keyboards + Game Design)
Jack Dobson is an experienced bassist, producer, composer, educator and multi-instrumentalist based in Naarm/Melbourne.
Shaun Evans (Woodwinds, Keyboards, Bands, Technology)
Shaun Evans is a Woodwind and Keyboard player, composer, arranger and orchestrator and tragic technologist!
Oscar Lenain (Bass, Guitars, Bands, Keyboards)
Did you know?: Oscar was the musical director for the stage show "Reservoir Dogs," which featured an all-female cast at the Mountview Theatre in September 2022.
A Big Week of Workshops at the Hub!
Here's the rundown of all of the fresh workshops we're soft launching at the hub this week.
A feature on the Creative Hub & Spring Youth Festival!
A fabulous profile on the Creative Hub Woodend and the upcoming Spring Youth Festival courtesy of Caitlyn Marks & The Local!
The Spring Youth Festival is in full bloom!
We're excited to welcome the Macedon Ranges Shire Council as an additional sponsor of this year's festival!
Father's Day is coming up! We have some great ideas for Dad ...
Choose from some fabulous recording or mentored lesson package for Dad -- or how about membership with the Creative Ranges Network?!
Opening In July!
The Creative Hub WOODEND on Urquhart St
Join as a Creator Member!
So many benefits for a few dollars a week!
Member benefits include big discounts on your learning programs, ensembles and workshops + exclusive hub access for members & special members events.
We're building a community of creators that will just grow and grow. Come along an be inspired!!
Become A Member
Benefits For All Our Creators!
Family Plan
$86 / month for any 4 members
A great value for Perfect for: Families with multiple creatives, home schoolers Best value: Up to 4 people covered, enhanced perks Saves: $1500-3000 annually vs individual memberships Bonus: Extended booking window, birthday party discounts
Any 4 members of the immediate Family
Add another member for $10 / month
All Member benefits and discounts
7-day preferred booking window
Save 8% off all Music & Arts Mentor lessons!
Save 8% off all In-School programs!
Great opportunities to learn together
Join other families for social events, game nights & more
Save 5% off Birthday Party packages!
Youth Member
$22 / month ($5.50 a week!)
The individual plan for our Youth creators (age 18 and younger). Great inclusions for avid creators! Perfect for: Students, young creatives, part-time users Best value: Full access to creative tools Saves: $400-600 annually vs casual rates
8% off your Music & other lessons!
8% off In-School programs!
7-day booking window for Studios
Member discount pricing for Hub services
3D Printer, Laser cutter & Merch-Maker access
Member-exclusive Events
Bingo, BBQs and Member meet-ups
Access the Instrument & Equipment Library!
Guest Artist Events
Book Your After-Hours Party!
Senior / Concession Member
$28 / month ($7 a week!)
Dust off that instrument or join to complete that novel! Seniors (65+) and Concession Card members with great discounts. Perfect for: Active retirees, lifelong learners, fixed incomes Best value: All benefits at accessible pricing Saves: $500-800 annually vs casual rates
8% off your Music and other lessons!
Member priced Ensembles & Workshops
Folk Band, Classic Rock Band, Bealtemania Sing-Along and more during the day!
Member-only art & maker access
Book your private party!
After-hours concerts & talks
Morning melodies meetups
Bingo, BBQs, Board games & more social events
Adult Member
$36 / month ($9 per week!)
The way to save and connect for our Adult musicians, creators & artisans! Find your local network here. Perfect for: Working professionals, serious hobbyists Best value: Full access with priority booking Saves: $600-1000 annually vs casual rates
8% off Music & other lesson programs!
Full hub access at member rates
7-day advance booking window
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Our journey to take The Creative Hub from idea to reality!