HAVE YOUR SAY ABOUT THE DRAFT YOUTH ACTION PLAN
Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has developed a draft Youth Action Plan to guide how Council supports young people aged 12 to 25 across Dubbo, Wellington and surrounding villages.
The draft Youth Action Plan is now on public exhibition and Council is keen to hear from young people across the region about the future programs, activities and actions to help young people feel supported, connected, and ready for the future.
“Following community consultation, the Youth Action Plan has been developed to reflect what our young people in our region want to see prioritised,” DRC Youth Development Officer, Charmaine Mara said.
“The plan aims to outline Council’s key commitments and focus areas to the young people who live, work, visit and study in the Dubbo region,” Ms Mara said.
Mia Richardson, a member of Dubbo Regional Council Youth Council and the NSW Youth Advisory Council said now is the opportunity for young people to review the Youth Action Plan and have their say on a matter that’s important both now and the future.
“I would encourage young people in our area to have a voice, so decision-makers have an understanding of how young people feel and our views on different aspects that affect youth.
“By having a say young people can feel seen and heard by the Council and community,” Ms Richardson said.
Through her involvement in the Youth Advisory Council, Mia Richardson has been able to connect and work with other like-minded young people from around NSW and has enhanced her leadership skills and speaking her truth.
“Knowing that we are the future makes me passionate about helping pave a path for the youth coming through. There are so many young people that will be great leaders one day and knowing I can help advocate and speak on behalf of young people from Dubbo makes me extremely proud.”
The draft Youth Action Plan can be viewed at yoursay.dubbo.nsw.gov.au and submissions must be made by 9am, Tuesday 17 June 2025.
Last Edited: 23 May 2025