SOUTH BURNETT’S FIRST REGIONAL YOUTH COUNCIL
Eighteen young people from across the South Burnett and Cherbourg regions gather today for the first time for the induction of the new Regional Youth Council,
an initiative of the South Burnett Regional Council.
Participants in the Youth Council will meet monthly to advocate for the needs of young people who live, work and study in our communities. Members will help organise youth and community events, take part in leadership forums and self-development activities. They will also gain a deeper understanding of how local government works in regional communities.
The Youth Councillors come from all areas of the region and all demographic backgrounds. The Council is open to young people between the ages of 14 and 24.
Youth Councillors have been appointed for a one-year term following an interview and selection process.
The South Burnett Regional Council wants to listen to and learn from our region's young people and warmly congratulates all Youth Council members on standing up and being counted as local community leaders.
The first official South Burnett Regional Youth Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, 12th April, in the Council Chambers at Kingaroy from 4 – 5.30pm.
Image: Cr Danita Potter presiding over Youth Council induction
