Youth Council
2009 Youth Council Members
Last updated
Friday 25 September, 2009
Next Meeting - Monday 5th October, 2009
Welcome
Welcome to the Burdekin Shire Youth Council's Web site for 2009. Take a look around, if you have any questions or comments just drop us a line. This site is updated frequently so stay tuned for more information about our upcoming events.
Up coming Events!
- 26th & 27th September, School Holiday 2 days Skate board Workshop (Bowen)
- 17th September, 2010 Burdekin Battle of the Bands
Funk in the Foyer 2009
2009 Funk in the Foyer was held at the Burdekin Theatre Foyer on Friday 18th September, 2009 from 6.30pm to 10pm. For three and a half hours local bands electrified a crowd of just over 100 youth with performaces by Small Descendants, 4Forty, Renee Hudson & Kimberly Becke and Intrinzic. A Guest Performance by The Short List (2008 Burdekin Battle of the Bands Winners) concluded the night. The event was overall a success for the Burdekin Shire Youth Council. See you there in 2010!
Members
| Name |
School/College/Organization Representative |
| Alice Gambino - Youth Mayor |
Ayr State High School |
| Julian Homewood - Deputy Youth Mayor |
Working Youth Reprentative |
| Stephanie Webber - Secretary |
Ayr State High School |
| Brendan Winn |
Ayr State High School |
| Bree Hollywood |
Ayr State High School |
| Coral Shimae |
Home Hill State High School |
| Chris Morretto |
Burdekin Catholic High School |
| Danielle Torrisi |
Burdekin Catholic High School |
| Justin Zani |
Working Youth Reprentative |
| James Bycroft |
Burdekin Catholic High School |
| Katie Pirrone |
Burdekin Catholic High School |
| Kate Andrews |
Ayr State High School |
| Kieran Van Whiley |
Ayr State High School |
| Monica Saunders |
Ayr State High School |
| Scheryl Alberts |
Ayr State High School |
| Sophie Ricca |
Burdekin Catholic High School |
| Tammy Quagliata |
Economic & Community Development & Support Officer - Burdekin Shire Council |
The General Role
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To act as a bridge between the Youth of the Shire and the Burdekin Shire Council.
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To advise the Council of matters affecting young people and to put forward ideas and suggestions that are considered to benefit all residents of the Shire, especially Youth.
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To promote community spirit and a sense of belonging amongst young people in an effort to deter alienation expressed in anti-social ways such as Vandalism.
Aims
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To create in the Youth of the Burdekin an active interest in the affairs of the Shire.
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To provide a forum for the voicing of opinions and views of Youth of the Shire.
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To provide youth with an understanding of the functions of Local Government.
Mission Statement
We aim to provide
a Youth-driven forum for the purpose of suggesting ideas, voicing issues and
any concerns, and promoting community spirit and a sense of belonging for
all young people of our district. In addition, we exist to secure a linkage
between Youth and the Burdekin Shire Council.The Youth
Council is a team of young people who represent youth, communicate and liaise
with the Community and organize projects and events in order to improve the
status of all young people and provide them with greater opportunities.
Buy a Badge
The Youth Council purchased a badge making machine and we offer our services to the public. Further information is provided on the poster below.
Contact Us
Burdekin Shire Council |
Contact: Tammy Quagliata (Economic & Community Development & Support Officer) |
| Street Address: 145 Young Street AYR QLD 4807 |
| Postal Address: PO Box 974 AYR QLD 4807 |
| Telephone: (07) 4783 9832 |
| Fax: (07) 4783 9999 |
| Email: burdekinsc@burdekin.qld.gov.au |
Website: www.burdekin.qld.gov.au |
Details:
- Junior Council consisting of representatives from local High Schools, Colleges, unemployed and the younger work force.
- Meeting held approximately every three weeks on Mondays 3.30pm at the Council Chambers, except school holidays.
- Nomination forms are available at the Council office.
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