Youth

Want to know more about young people in Burwood Local Government Area?

Did you know that there are approximately 6,150 young people living in the Burwood area? That means that about one fifth of all the people in Burwood LGA (Local Government Area) are aged between 12 - 24 years. (Based on 2006 ABS Census data). Burwood also has the second highest proportion of young people living in the area as a percentage of the total population of the LGA compared to other inner west Councils. Burwood LGA has a fantastic diverse range of young people from different backgrounds, religions, experiences, skills, cultures and ages. Burwood has young people coming from all over Sydney on a weekly basis, to come to school, work, shop or passing through the public transport system making Burwood also home to a large transient youth population.
For more information about the programs on this page, scroll to the bottom of this screen to access flyers and promotional material or contact Burwood Council on 9911 9911. 

Noisy By Choice Talent Quest 2011

Noisy by Choice is celebrating its 6th year of success and is one of the few events within the Inner West that is proudly led by young people for young people.
Noisy by Choice has had a vibrant history of showcasing the achievements of youth performers and the fantastic contributions they make to the arts through music. Over the last 5 years Noisy By Choice has worked with up and coming local bands, soloists, dancers and dance crews to bring their talent to the Burwood community, offering a professional stage for them to compete.
By popular demand of young people, Noisy by Choice 2011explored the world of different talents, aimed at providing exciting opportunities for young people to get involved in event management and show to the inner west their extraordinary talent, all for the prize money of $1000. Noisy by Choice toured around the Inner West schools for auditions. School auditions included; Burwood Girls High School, McDonald College, Santa Sabina College, St Patricks College Strathfield and Homebush Boys High School.
The final performances of Noisy By Choice 2011 was held at Burwood Spring Festival. All performances showed incredible and outstanding talent, however there could only be one winner. The Noisy By Choice winner captivated the judge’s attention, with her voice and performance ability. The winner of Noisy By Choice 2011 was Georgia Sally Banks who received a whopping $1000 as her prize money.    

Burwood Youth Advisory Group (BYAG)

BYAG provides young people with the opportunity to develop leadership, event management, promotion design, public speaking, decision making and advocacy skills.
Are you a young person aged 12 - 24 years old who either lives, works, studies or visits Burwood? If you are, you can join this group and represent local youth and be part of Local Government decision making processes!
Are you a young person who is interested and has a passion for:

• Been actively involved in the planning and development of youth programs
• Planning events that celebrate young peoples ideas e.g. award winning Noisy By Choice Music Concert
• Representing young people's thoughts and experiences in the Local Government decision making process
• Make new friends and professional industry contacts

Then we want you to come and join BYAG! Contact the Youth and Community Safety Officer at Burwood Council on 9911 9911 or email youth@burwood.nsw.gov.au 

Burwood’s Youth Sport & Recreation

Bored on the holidays? Well Burwood Council will be providing a FREE school holiday activity – indoor rock climbing. 
Where: Climb Fit – St Leonards
When: Monday, 9th January 2012
Time: 10.30am – 2.30pm (Transport will be provided)
RSVP: 5th January 2012
We will meet at Burwood Council (1-17 Elsie St, Burwood) at 10.30am, sharp! 
For more information or to RSVP please contact Burwood Council’s Youth Outreach Worker on 9911 9911 or email youth@burwood.nsw.gov.au  

Different People Different Voices Project

Different People Different Voices Project (DPDVP) is a community development project targeted at young people to develop an Inner West youth services map and intercultural board game.
A series of resource development sessions will be held to empower and up skill young people to develop resources and work with community partners to address issues of cultural intolerance, racism, discrimination, bullying and peer pressure.
The following are the dates for the 2012 resource development sessions:

• Friday 10th February, 5 – 7pm
• Thursday 23rd February, 5 – 7pm
• Friday 9th March, 5 – 7pm
• Thursday 22nd March, 5 – 7pm
• Friday 6th April, 5 – 7pm
• Thursday 19th April, 5 – 7pm

All sessions will be at held at Burwood Council, 1-17 Elsie St, Burwood.
For more information or to RSVP please contact Burwood Council’s Youth Worker on 9911 9911 or email youth@burwood.nsw.gov.au 

Recycled Runway

If you are a young person aged between 12 - 24 years who has a passion for fashion and recycling clothing or clothing items, then you should get involved in Recycled Runway! You will be involved in sessions to creatively develop fashion items from a pool of recycled or re-used fashion items. These fashion items will be showcased through an exciting fashion show during Youth Week 2012. If you are interested in getting involved please contact Burwood Council’s Youth Worker on 9911 9911 or email youth@burwood.nsw.gov.au to find out further information.

Helpful Links and Contacts

Lifeline: 131 114
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
www.kidshelp.com.au 
www.beyondblue.org.au 
www.reachout.com.au 
www.likeitis.org 
Alcohol & Drugs Information Service (ADIS): 1800 250 015 (Free call)
Under 18yrs Legal Aid Hotline: 1800 101 810
Under 18yrs Emergency Accommodation Line: 9318 1531
Over 18yrs Homeless Persons Information: 1800 234 566
Mens Line: 1300 139 313 www.menslineaus.org.au
FPA Healthline: 1300 SAFE SEX (1300 65 88 86) www.fpahealth.org.au
NSW Rape Crisis Centre: www.nswrapecrisis.com.au
Exodus Youth: The Exodus Foundation 8752 4600 www.billcrews.com.au
Point Zero Youth Outreach Service: 93890399  www.pointzero.org.au
Burwood PCYC: www.pcycnsw.org.au/burwood
Wesley Youth Outreach: www.wesleymission.org.au/Centres/Youth/Ashfield_Youth_Outreach.asp
Youth Linx IWSC: 8741 2000