Do blue light discos still exist?
Blue Light Discos to be returned to all NSW PCYC clubs | Daily Telegraph.
Why is it called a blue light disco?
Way back in 1976, Detective Senior Constable Ivan Ray noticed an abundance of boredom within the youth of Melbourne’s suburbs. To combat the issue, Mr. Ray hired two bands to play at the Kilsyth Memorial Hall for an underage event, then billed as ‘the Blue Light Dance’.
When did blue light discos start in Australia?
The Blue Light Disco originated in Victoria in March 1983 and reached the Southern Highlands in June the same year. The first town to host a Blue Light Disco in New South Wales was Deniliquin. The disco was established as a community program to provide a pathway for police to interact with younger people.
When did the Blue Light Disco first start?
The Blue Light Disco. September 12, 2016. Every child loves being able to express their personalities freely through form and music. Across all cultures and backgrounds, art, music and community have come together to unite differences. The Blue Light Disco first began in Victoria in 1976.
Where does the Blue Light Disco money go?
All money raised goes to the Bright Blue fund, a WA police initiative to purchase specialised medical equipment for research and the treatment of sick kids throughout WA. The Wembley Blue Light Disco for example, runs eight times a year at the Wembley Community Centre (May 11, June 22, August 3, September 14, November 9 and December 7).
When is blue light disco at Wembley community centre?
The Wembley Blue Light Disco for example, runs eight times a year at the Wembley Community Centre (May 11, June 22, August 3, September 14, November 9 and December 7). Divided into two sessions, juniors (4 to 10 years) can burn the floor from 5.30pm to 6.30pm, before making way for the senior session (10 to 15 years) from 7pm to 9pm.
Where are Blue Light Discos in Western Australia?
Blue Light is even on Facebook. Running in locations across Western Australia including Wembley, Quinns Rock, and Joondalup by volunteers of the local constabulary, Blue Light Discos offer children and teenagers a safe, drug-free, alcohol-free dance venue where parents can leave their kids with peace of mind.