NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK 2003
REPORT
Prepared by
GPO Box 169 Hobart Tasmania 7001
Telephone: 03 6233 7329 Facsimile: 03 6233 7695 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.youthaffairs.tas.gov.au
Front Cover Photo: Tasmanian Winner of the SnapIT competition ‘The Macs’ with ‘The World at my Feet’ Table of Contents
Introduction...... 2
Background...... 2
National Report...... 4
Official Participants ...... 4
Official Participants ...... 5
NYW Events ...... 12
Participation in Events ...... 13
Feedback from Young People ...... 15
Funding & Support...... 16
Grants Programs ...... 16
Media Coverage & Promotional Resources...... 18
NYW Media Coverage...... 19
NYW Outcomes ...... 19
Youth Issues...... 23
Youth Issues...... 24
National Youth Week 2004...... 27
Selection of NYW Press Clippings ...... 28
1 of 34 Introduction Australia’s third National Youth Week (NYW) Participants identified a range of positive was held from 5–13 April 2003. The Office of outcomes as a result of the Week. These Youth Affairs (OYA) is pleased to present the outcomes were mainly targeted at young Tasmanian National Youth Week 2003 Report. people but also acknowledged that NYW had a positive impact on the community members Congratulations must go to who observed or participated in activities. A National all the young people across number of the outcomes have been Youth Week the State as well as others documented in reports from specific events is an annual feature on who organised, facilitated and indicate that issues, which have been Australia’s and participated in this identified, will be progressed after NYW 2003. youth successful event. Our thanks calendar also go to the many Once again, from the feedback received, with events, organisations that everyone is looking forward to the continuation activities and competitions contributed in various ways of NYW in 2004 and many are already making for young to the success of the Week in plans. people aged their areas. 12–25 held National Youth Week is about celebrating in every This year’s official theme was and recognising the value of all young Australian What’s it to you? and Australians to their communities. It’s time State and appeared on posters and to join together and be part of the single Territory. largest celebration event for young other promotional material, Australians. which was distributed throughout communities around the country. Many organisations used Background the theme in their events as a focus for On 23 April 1999 Commonwealth, State and activities. Territory Youth Ministers agreed to hold Australia’s first National Youth Week from NYW is a call to action for young people to 2–8 April 2000. This event was so successful it make the most of their Week. It is a chance to was agreed that it be held as an ongoing event get involved and, more importantly, have fun with a national focus. 2003 is the fourth regardless of their resources, skills or abilities. National Youth Week that Tasmania has celebrated. NYW gives young people the opportunity to: share their ideas; organise and attend live events; National Planning Group have a voice on issues of concern to them; The Youth Bureau in the Commonwealth showcase their talents; Department of Family and Community Services take part in competitions; (FaCS) coordinates NYW in collaboration with express their individuality and diversity; and the departments responsible for youth affairs celebrate their contribution to the in all States and Territories. A National community. Planning Group (NPG) is formed each year which includes a youth representative from A key feature of the Week was the focus on each State and Territory, representatives from young people being involved in the planning FaCS Youth Bureau, and representatives from and implementation of events. This was all youth affairs offices around the country. realised in municipalities across Tasmania The NPG met a number of times and oversaw where young people’s participation numbers arrangements for coordinating and promoting were high. Young people were able to advise NYW 2003 at a national level. organisations on the types of activities they would like in their area for NYW and see these Anita Simeoni, Senior Project Coordinator, ideas come to fruition, in most cases playing a from the Office of Youth Affairs was the large part in the organisation of events. Tasmanian representative on the NPG and Among the successful outcomes of the Week Laura Russell, from the Tasmanian Youth were the management skills young people Consultative Committee (TYCC) was the acquired through planning and implementing Tasmanian youth representative on the NPG. activities.
2 of 34 Tasmanian NYW Steering OYA also sought other non-funded official Tasmanian NYW Steering participants to participate. Information about Committee NYW with expressions of interest was sent to At a state level, OYA is responsible for the all councils, schools and colleges, Online coordination and delivery of NYW in Tasmania. Access Centres, libraries, state government The Tasmanian National Youth Week Steering departments, TYCC and youth service Committee is convened every year. This providers on the OYA database. Once group, comprising 12 members in 2003, has organisations advised OYA they wanted to membership from key stakeholder groups to conduct an event and met the guidelines facilitate the coordination process. below they became official participants and Membership of the Steering Committee for could access promotional opportunities. 2003 included: OYA, four members from TYCC, the Youth Network of Tasmania (YNOT), All the Tasmanian official participants were Northern Youth Coordinating Committee encouraged to follow the Guiding Principles for (NYCC), North West Action for Youth (NWAY), Participation in National Youth Week 2003, Youth Action Priorities (YAP), FaCS State Youth which indicated that proposed activities should Office and a media consultant from the address the NYW theme and the following Department of Education. principles: consult widely before events; locate activities to ensure as easy access as The Tasmanian NYW Steering Committee is representative of youth service providers and possible; young people and its role is to: cater for young people who are not oversee the coordination of NYW on a state level comfortable speaking in front of other young provide advice on issues relating to NYW state people in panels or forums; and regional initiatives talk to young people and other organisations oversee the OYA budget for state and local in your community; government NYW initiatives integrate mentoring as part of NYW; consider and provide advice on marketing, use neutral environments which make all publicity and sponsorship young people feel comfortable; assess and approve grants funding submissions make sure your event is free of alcohol and endorse NYW and promote NYW events, drugs; encouraging participation at all levels in NYW notify participants of outcomes of issue- activities at a regional and organisation level raising activities; facilitate the identification by young people of think about scheduling your event in evening youth issues and ensure that mechanisms are in timeslots; place to respond to these make participation costs reasonable; and ensure your activity is covered by public The Steering Committee met on two occasions liability insurance. in a central location and conducted four teleconferences. The last Steering Committee Evaluation forms were sent to all official meeting involved evaluating the Week in participants, so they could report on their Tasmania and providing advice on how to events, participation, processes and the improve NYW for 2004. promotion of the Week. A form specifically for young people to provide comment was also sent to official participants to give out to What Happened This Year young people. The information received from OYA provided funding through a number of all these evaluations, forms the basis of this grants programs, to: local councils across the report. State, non-government organisations and Some of the information obtained from the TYCC. The grants enabled these organisations above groups included concerns and to become official participants and conduct observations about the Week. These have activities during the Week. been included in this report and OYA has A new initiative for NYW 2003 was the undertaken to look at ways to address them introduction of a Secondary Schools and for future years. Colleges Grants Program, which provided funding for 20 government and non For information about National Youth Week government schools to conduct activities and 2000 to 2002 view these reports at events for their school during the Week. www.youthaffairs.tas.gov.au.
3 of 34 National Report National Competitions The NYW online talent competitions provided Nationally, NYW centred around the website the perfect stage for all young people to www.youthweek.com. This year, more than express themselves. The competitions aimed 120,000 unique visitors accessed the site. On to encourage young people to put their music, the website, young people had the opportunity filmmaking, digital art and writing talents to to enter competitions, ‘Win Free Stuff’, chat the test. Young people had the opportunity to online to celebrities, take part in youth forum enter one or more of the talent categories polls and find out what was happening around across two age groups, 12–17 years and 18– the country for NYW. 25 years. Judged by industry experts, the top 10 finalists in each category were placed on NYW Ambassadors the NYW website for a final vote by young Australians. This year a number of high profile young achievers in their respective fields were The four competitions categories were: ambassadors for 2003. They included Chloe RockIT (produce a song), ShootIT (produce a Maxwell, Brett Lee, Christie Hayes, George, short film), DesignIT (create a flat image SELWYN, Tatiana Grigorieva, Sarah Ryan and around the topic of money) and WriteIT (write Jaime Robbie-Rayne. Young people could go to an original short story). the website and chat online with ambassadors at given times. It was exciting to see four young Tasmanians make it to the finals in the Write IT, RockIT and An effort was made to secure ambassadors ShootIT competitions. from each State and Territory. Win Free Stuff This was a very popular online event with over $40,000 worth of prizes to be won. A total of 43 sponsors including The Body Shop, Jelly Belly Jelly Beans, Columbia TriStar, Bonne Bell, Britannica and Jonathan Sceats Eyewear provided prizes. 40,642 entries were received which is an increase of 28% on last year.
The website will continue to be a national focus of NYW in 2004 with all of the above features.
Seventy-five (75) entries were received nation wide for SnapIT, a new competition for 2003. Young people were asked to submit their snaps of ‘what’s NYW to you’ taken during the Week and the NPG youth reps selected the winners in each state. The winner for Tasmania was ‘The Macs’ with ‘The World at My Feet’. (see picture on front cover). The Macs received a camera The Advocate, 9 April 2003 and film package from Kodak.
What THE MACS have to say: We’re both young and have the world at our feet. Being involved in NYW 2003 has been a blast. We love getting out there and reaching for the stars!
Description of Winning Photo: Photo features Marty on top of the world… actually Mount Wellington (1270m above sea level) in Hobart, celebrating NYW 2003.
4 of 34 Official Participants An official NYW participant was an organisation that: created a youth focused initiative that started, took place or culminated in National Youth Week; or chose to coordinate an existing event in collaboration with NYW 2003.
OYA invited all youth organisations, councils, high schools, secondary schools and colleges, TAFE, the university, libraries, online access centres and government departments to become official participants and conduct an activity during the Week. There were no licensing fees or registration costs in becoming an official participant.
Official participants, other than grants recipients, had to cover the costs of their event. The organisations that wished to do this registered with OYA and were entitled to: use the official NYW logo and branding; utilise a range of promotional material to help promote their event/activity; and have access to national exposure of their event/activity on the Calendar of Events on www.youthweek.com.
The following 87 organisations were official participants and conducted 137 events and 274 activities during NYW 2003.
Organisation Event Name Activity
Australian International State Solar Challenge The state championship of the Australian International Model Solar Model Solar Vehicle Challenge involving model solar cars and model solar boats was Challenge held.
Bagdad Online Access Website and Emails Production of a youth webpage as well as positively answering war Centre related emails mistakenly sent to the OAC.
Boat Harbour Scout BBQ & Beautification Young people helped build a BBQ and establish low maintenance Group Project garden beds around the hall. A community BBQ was held to celebrate Youth Week and the completion of the new area.
Bothwell Online Access Youth inclusion Young people got together to have fun and discuss youth issues. Centre
Bothwell Youth Group Carting Trip Go Cart Racing and all you can eat at Pizza Hut was enjoyed by young people from a remote community.
Bothwell Youth Group School Barbeque/Party A free barbeque lunch and drinks for all students and staff was held at Bothwell District High School.
Break O'Day Council Big Night Out Two bands from Rosny College - Unleash the Nugget and Ball Point played for students from grades 7-10 at St Helens District High School and St Marys District High School at a combined schools social with a DJ. Free bus transport was provided.
Bridgewater High School 3D Display A three dimensional display of objects specifically representative of the interests of young people was designed accompanied by a video made by school students based on a theme of their choice connected to the aims of Youth Week.
Bridgewater-Brighton Games, Games and Free access to Sony PlayStation 2, computer games and the Online Access Centre MORE Games Internet as well as food.
Brighton Council Free Movie Young people watched ‘Johnny English’ with popcorn and coke.
Brooks High School Schoolyard Blitz Students were involved in the construction of outdoor furniture.
Burnie City Council Cheap Night at the Watched the movie ‘Johnny English’ with Bond dress up theme. Movies
Burnie City Council Going Bowling No 13 Youth Centre and the local youth drug and alcohol service organised a day out at the local ten pin bowling alley.
5 of 34 Organisation Event Name Activity
Burnie City Council, Kaleidescape Young At A visual and performing arts event involving 150 young people from Central Coast Council, Art right across the coast. Devonport City Council, Kentish Council, Latrobe Council
Central Coast Council Youthanism Art, photography and poetry exhibition open to the public at a local café.
Central Coast Council Unleash Your Creativity 12 Central Coast schools and youth community groups painted/decorated 30 banners celebrating NYW that were displayed along the streets of Ulverstone and Penguin. The banners represented young people's hopes, dreams, fears, achievements and pride.
Central Coast Council Total Insanity Skate Skating and BBQ Session
Central Highlands Disco Young people living in this isolated area were invited to a disco with Council a DJ, prizes and supper and refreshments. Free bus transport was provided.
Circular Head Tall Timbers All day expo with service provider stalls, giant games, lunch, 'Youth Are It' gumboot throwing, young speaker and exhibition of young people in local business.
Circular Head Movies and Mocktails Movie and mocktails with free transport available to and from town.
Circular Head Stompin Youth SYNC Dance performance by Stompin Youth
Circular Head Youth Concert Local band played.
Circular Head Pre-SYNC, Post-SYNC Stompin Youth performances in pool.
Circular Head Rural Circular Head Youth Incorporating ‘People Power’ activity from the high school & Health Service Inc Forum Christian School into the Youth Forum at Tall Timbers that day.
Claremont College Long Lunch Claremont College has a long pedestrian walk-way known as The Street where tables were set up and food was cooked to create a long lunch.
Claremont High School Our Exhibition An exhibition of student and teacher work was held in the school library with prizes.
Clarence City Council Geno Gap Gig - What's Bands for every age group, info, food as well as the launch of NYW It To You? in the South.
Clarence City Council Let's Celebrate Fun Day Poster competition-positive reflections of young people, activities , information stalls, music, BBQ.
Clarence City Council Healthy Relationships - BBQ and Judging of a poster/bumper sticker competition as well as What's It To You? Fun Pinnacle of Terror and music. Day
CONNECT Community Presentation of Grants The CONNECT Foundation announced $53,067 in grants made to Foundation 12 organisations working with young Tasmanians in the areas of education, health, employment and homelessness.
Deloraine High School Activities Day Students chose from a range of activities including, kickboxing, archery, dance, aikido, printing, tap dance, sports and many more.
Derwent Valley Council Crikey - A culture muster Showcase art, drama, music, dance, video productions by young people, motivational speaker.
Derwent Valley Council Free Transport to Free bus charter to the UNLEASHED concert at Ulverstone and free UNLEASHED Concert in charter back. Ulverstone
Derwent Valley Council Crikey - A culture muster Young people from the Youth Group had a marquee at the Autumn at the Autumn Festival Festival with a selection of entertainment.
6 of 34 Organisation Event Name Activity
Devonport City Council Debate and Launch of Forum, debate about youth issues and launch of DRYVE as well as Devonport Regional the launch of NYW in the North West. Youth Visioning Excellence (DRYVE)
Devonport City Council X Games Skate competition, prizes, entertainment, food. Free transport leaving from Latrobe Council and Devonport Skate Bowl.
Devonport City Council People Power Young people created a massed art exhibition involving cardboard people cut outs that they decorated.
Devonport City Council Ripple Three schools involved in a range of activities such as musicals, BBQ and healthy eating, were planned and run by young people in their school communities to promote Youth Week.
Devonport City Council Girls in Space Launch A launch at the Zone raised awareness of the issues affecting young women
Don College Youth Week at Don A forum was held for all college students and representatives from local high schools to have their say on issues affecting young people followed by a sausage sizzle. This also included the official launch of NYW in the North West.
Dorset Community Transport to Transport was provided to the UNLEASED concert in Scottsdale. Association UNLEASHED
Dorset Council UNLEASHED at A rock concert featuring local and state bands as well as Frenzal Scottsdale Rhomb.
Dover Community Music on The Beach Live DJ, beach volleyball, sports, body tattooing, health food and Telecentre Inc Party much more.
Dover District High Create a permanent The school provided a room for a youth retreat that was decorated, School youth retreat furnished and stocked with drinks, leisure activities and youth related information.
Drug Education Network People Power The event was a massed display, incorporating an opportunity to Inc North West speak out. In the lead up to Youth Week young people decorated a 'person' - a roughly human shape cut from corflute board. The display is currently touring schools in the area.
Drug Education Network Impressions through Young people will be asked prior to youth week to write down Launceston expressions words/phrases/feelings about what it means to be healthy. These words were used to develop black and white photos which were displayed to the community during youth week.
Edge Radio 99.3fm Promotion of NYW Edge Radio is Hobart's only Youth Radio Station. The current affairs events on Edge Radio program 'Journalists on the Edge' ran a series of interviews and stories on NYW events and the station promoted NYW throughout the week.
Edith Creek Online Contrasts of the Creek Young people in the area photographed other young people in the Access Centre Youth Photo surrounding districts. The entries were displayed for viewing by the Competition local community and were then displayed at a local council forum held for the whole municipality.
Enormity Inc UNLEASHED Concert in Rolling concert featuring headline band - Frenzal Rhomb and Ulverstone and other Tasmanian professional and emerging bands. It was about taking centres. the music to the people in an affordable way.
Exeter High School Launch of the Exeter The 2003 Students Leader Council ran a competition to name the High Radio Station school radio station which was officially launched along with a barbeque on the day.
Flinders Council Junior Netball Clinic A 2 day Netball Coaching/Umpiring Clinic was held by a qualified instructor for the 12-25 year age group.
Flinders Council Movie Nights 2 movies were shown on the big screen - one for the younger age group and the other catering to the older age group.
Flinders Council Golf Clinic A golf coach from Launceston ran a half day clinic for young people.
Geeveston Online Youth, pizza and games Interactive computer games with pizza. Access Centre
7 of 34 Organisation Event Name Activity
Geilston Bay High SRC Festival A festival with a bad taste theme, involving competitions and free School dress with a sausage sizzle was held at the school.
George Town Council Dare to be Dangerous Various activities including the Pinnacle of Terror and sponge throwing and also a BBQ for young people and their families.
George Town Council Underage Rage Drug and alcohol free rage for young people aged 11 to 17.
George Town Council Bus trip to UNLEASHED Bus trip to Scottsdale to attend UNLEASHED concert
Glamorgan/Spring Bay Youth Forum A forum was held to workshop young people's issues and solutions . Council
Glenora District High Concert A concert featuring a rock cover-band from Hobart was put on for School students at the school and Skill Centre.
Glenorchy City Council What's It To You Youth A range of youth service providers show cased their service Expo at Pulse information to young people. Information show bags were provided.
Glenorchy City Council Abbotsfield Primary Students discussed issues and ideas that were important to them. School Student Youth Issues Forum
Glenorchy City Council Abbotsfield Primary The Expo showcased a range of recreational land cultural activities School ‘Have a Go that students, parents and members of the community could have a Expo’ go at. Information booths were also provided.
Glenorchy City Council & Abbotsfield Skate Park Official opening of the new skate park including a skate Pulse Youth Health Open Day demonstration, safe skating clinic and BBQ. Centre
Guides Tasmania Disco Queenstown Guides Unit held a disco.
Hobart City Council Futuramma/Heaps Of Live entertainment, DJ, youth activities such as cultural games and a Fun In The Park graffiti wall were enjoyed by young people.
Huon Valley Council UNLEASHED concert at A rock concert featuring local and state bands as well as Frenzal Ranelagh Rhomb and activities and stalls.
Huon Valley Council Flowers To The Young people from various high schools in the community presented Community senior members of the community with a flower.
Huon Valley Council Me and My Town - The competition was held in the front foyer of the council chambers Photography with many excellent entries received. Competition
Interweave auspicing for Streets Alive Youth Arts A huge number of activities occurred including workshops and Streets Alive Festival master classes, four plays, a festival launch and a major concert.
Kentish Council Kentish Youth Art Young people showcased their skills and expressed their ideas on Competition what it is like to be young.
King Island Council Live All Girl Band The Launceston band performed live at the park. Dance comps were 'Telisis' held with prizes. The band also held workshops at the local school.
King Island Council SkateFest Skate demos and competitions and teaching skate techniques from a guest skater happened all afternoon.
King Island Council Raise the Titanic Participants built rafts to enter a crew of 4 in a race in the harbour. 7 teams entered and prizes were given out.
King Island Council Youth Market Young people brought their goods to sell in the market and make some cash.
King Island Pony Club Instruction and One Day An instructor provided pointers for pony club members on the first Event day and a one day event was held the following day.
King Island Regional Website Workshop Young people will collated Youth Week activities, including graphics, Development onto a website and ended in a website workshop showing young Organisation people how to express their ideas about what they have achieved.
Kingborough Council Kingborough NYW Young people from the local high schools met a the Kingborough Forum Council Chambers to discuss issues and the needs of young people.
8 of 34 Organisation Event Name Activity
Kingborough Council Presentation of prizes Prizes presented in various categories for young people who entered for Creative Arts the arts competition. A booklet was produced with the entries Competition. received.
Kingborough Council Basketball Clinics Basketball clinics were held in school lunch hours.
Kingston Christian Life's A Ball & Activities A 'Life's A Ball' presentation as well as a range of activities including Community School a concert, wacky hair day, youth forum, soccer competition, bush dance and basketball clinic was held at the school.
Kingston Online Access A KO Lan Party Networked games with people at other Online Access Centres Centre followed by food and drinks.
Latrobe Council X-Games X-Games was a skateboarding and BMX fun day with competitions broken down into age groups as well as free give aways and a BBQ.
Latrobe Council What's it to You Rage Participants had experience at being a DJ first-hand at a night club in Devonport.
Launceston City Council Don't Stop The Rock Young people attended a day of bands - Tassie and high school bands with skate demos, jumping castle and the launch of NYW in the North.
Meander Valley Council Meander Valley - What's A series of workshops were held aimed at educating young people It To You? regarding all aspects of video production which culminated in the production of their own video on issues/youth achievements.
Migrant Resource Sharing Skills Young people from the Migrant Resource Centre shared traditional Centre (Southern sporting games with other young people in Hobart. Tasmania)
MST Workplace Work? What's it all A publication of youth views on employment was produced and Solutions about? distributed.
NAPCAN Youth Relate A performance of a youth's perspective on the important issue of child abuse and neglect was staged. Through a monologue, an emotive subject such as this was addressed and opened for discussion.
Northern Midlands What's It to You Disco A disco was held at Longford with many young people in attendance. Council
Northern Midlands Scream Media Disco A disco was held at Campbell Town with young people dancing and Council enjoying themselves.
Northern Midlands NYW Youth Art viewing Bus trip starting at Longford, to view and judge Northern Midlands Council & Judginig NYW Youth Art in or near Cressy, Perth and Evandale alongside Midlands Highway. Bus trip will return to Longford where youth will view and judge more art in the town. Then the Awards will be presented for the artwork. There will be musical accompaniment, and a free barbecue.
Northern Midlands Making of NYW banners Students at Cressy High School made 3 calico banners with Council thoughts and ideas and questions painted on them. They were displayed in a vacant shop window in Longford and are now on permanent display at Cressy District High School.
Northern Midlands Sports and music Young people were able to get together and socialise and play Council sports or play music. Free pizza and drinks were supplied.
Northern Midlands Painting of murals Artist Heather Howard assisted and guided young people in painting Council a mural on a number of bus shelters in Longford.
Northern Midlands Creating Artistic Figures Students, with the help of the art teacher and local artist Ottalyne Council Hood, created calico clad artistic figures which will be used in a school play.
Penguin High School Barrington District Youth A primary school leadership forum was held with 4 delegates from Council - Primary School each primary school in the Barrington District. The leadership forum Leadership Forum was an opportunity for senior youth to network with younger recognised school leaders.
Penguin High School Musical Sausages and A sausage/hamburger sizzle with music was held for the school Hamburgers during the Friday lunch hour.
9 of 34 Organisation Event Name Activity
Pulse Youth Health Pulse Youth Health The expo will showcase contemporary health and service provider Centre Centre's Health and information for young people in a casual and interactive manner. Service Provider Expo
Queenstown Squash Raise the Roof Concert Big band night with bands from both local high schools. Transport and Fitness Centre Inc was provided from three centres. Youth Room
Richmond Fellowship Inc Mural of Meaning Young people designed and painted a mural which celebrates the positive outcomes that young people with mental illness have experienced. A BBQ to celebrate the production of the mural.
Rosebery District High BBQ/Sports/Activity BBQ for lunch was held and then different activities such as football, School afternoon basketball, cricket etc with art and other activities set up for those not interested in sport.
Rosny College Tas Schools Over 300 bodyboarding and surfing competitors both male and Bodyboarding and female from private and state schools, from across the state Surfing Championships competed for individual and school/college prizes at Clifton Beach.
Sorell Council Chillin' in the Club Ballpoint played live at the Dodges Ferry Footy Club Rooms. Rooms
Sorell Council Youth vs Emergency Young people enjoyed the Aussie Rules Football Youth versus Services Football Game Emergency Services game. There was free transport to the game.
Sorell Council Big Feed BBQ Free BBQ at the Dodges Ferry Skate Park.
South East Recreation Painting of Mural Mural Painting, community BBQ and karaoke/disco. Centre
South East Tasmanian Health and Information An Expo with a variety of Health information as well as games, Aboriginal Corporation Expo and Disco beauty corner with mini-facials, sausage sizzle, mocktails and self esteem activities followed by a disco.
Southern Midlands Youth Action Day In A popstars competition, activities such as a hot air balloon, circus Council Kempton arts workshops, motorbike displays and a sporting clinic were held.
Southern Midlands Youth Action Day In Sporting clinics, music, competitions, talent quest and disco Council Oatlands
Southern Midlands Youth Action Day in Young people enjoyed sporting and music activities, BBQ, Council Woodsdale competitions.
Spring Bay Online Spring Bay LAN A Games LAN night was held that started in the afternoon and ran Access Centre until midnight.
St Brendan Shaw Senior Bonding Students in Years 10, 11, 12 at the College were invited to attend a College get together to watch videos, enjoy a table-tennis competition and a chance to chat and share pizza.
St Patricks College Senior Karaoke Night A karaoke night was enjoyed by year 11 and 12 students of St Patricks College where students were able to get up on stage and singing their favourite songs.
Star of the Sea College Lunchtime Festival Students coordinated a money line to raise funds to support those in need and also ran a lunchtime festival with games, music and facepainting for the younger children that were invited.
Stompin Youth Dance S.Y.N.C - Stompin' Performance in and out of water was held - incorporating pop music, Co. Youth Dance Company choreography, synchronised swimming…
Streets Alive Streets Alive Youth A Car Park Cinema was held in the city and involved transforming a Festival - Car Park car park into an evening drive-in style cinema. Cinema @ Bathurst St. Car Park
Streets Alive Streets Alive Youth Family orientated evening with great viewing for all members of the Festival - Park Cinema family at the car park cinema. @ Prince's Square
10 of 34 Organisation Event Name Activity
Streets Alive Streets Alive Youth The festival concluded with Urban Beat, which saw 3,000 young Festival - Urban Beat @ persons coming together parading through the streets of Launceston The City Park chanting and clapping as they form a Human Mandala in the Launceston City Park.
Tasman Council Film & Pizza Night Lord of the Rings, Fellowship of the Rings' was screened at the Community centre w ith pizza dinner and popcorn and drinks. Transport was provided.
Tasman Council Safe Surf & Beach Fun A 2 hours surf safety course by Surf Lifesaving Australia was held then surfing lessons were held in the afternoon. Transport was provided.
Tasman Council Tasman Country Fair As part of the fair school bands played and a photography and digital art competition was displayed and judged.
Tasman Council Grand opening of the A forum was held to assess the current needs of young people in the Youth House, Youth municipality. This was followed by the opening of the Youth House Forum and Film and then a BBQ and a movie.
Tasman Council Transport to Transport was provided to the UNLEASED concert in Ranelagh. UNLEASHED
Tasmanian Youth South of the Equator, TYCC members chose to respond to the video they developed in Consultative Committee three years later 1999 which outlined young people's issues and thoughts. These issues were revisited and followed up with council and government representatives as to what they have done in response.
The Girls Brigade Easter What's It To Activities for girls on the theme of Easter. You?
The Link Youth Health Bug in the Mall The Link did a health promotion in the mall with an information stall Service Inc accompanied by a yellow V.W. Beetle promoting a website and free call number for information about herpes.
Waratah-Wynyard Youth Scene Arts Work with a local artist and do a self portrait which will be part of an Council, Wynyard Tulip Workshop arts collage project and display for the Tulip Festival. Festival Committee
West Coast Council What It Is To Us Young people cruised Macquarie Harbour in style and the Commissioner for Children launched NYW on the West Coast. Transport was provided.
West Coast Council What is it? Rosebery High students hosted a sausage sizzle and jam session. Transport was provided.
West Coast Council Schools Affinity Day Mountain Heights School versus Rosebery High School in a day of debating and sporting competition. This was so successful it may become a regular event.
West Tamar Council West Tamar Youth An information and fun day was held. Information and Fun Day
Winnaleah District High Movie Night A movie night young people aged 12-17 to have fun and do School something different was held at the school.
Woodbridge Online What's It To Me Video Production Workshop about issues concerning youth in and Access Centre around Woodbridge.
Wynyard Online Access Getting Networked Networked Games Centre
Youth Health Team, Promotion In the Mall Youth Health Team members were at the Elizabeth Street Mall Family Child and Youth handing out Promotional Material for National Youth Week and their Health Service service.
A number of the above organisations worked in partnership with other organisations to conduct NYW events. These organisations included Fusion, local community groups, local youth groups, service clubs and government departments.
Other organisations held NYW events but did not register as official participants.
11 of 34 NYW Events There were 137 known NYW events that took place around Tasmania during the Week. It was recognised that there was a difference between an event and an activity. An event is described as one concept or undertaking by an organisation such as an activities day, an expo, a festival. An event may be made up of one or more activities.
There was a range of different types of activities All events were highly successful and we feel we undertaken during the Week with 274 activities engaged a broader cross section of young undertaken in total. people and adults by holding events of different types rather than just the one skating event etc. In 2002 there were 90 events and 264 activities Our forum was highly successful. Councillors around the State. This year has seen an increase turned up and have done something about what in all these figures. the young people have said. Fusion, Kingborough Council The following is a list of the different types of activities that took place during NYW 2003.
Activity No Activity No BBQ/Sausage sizzle/lunch 44 Internet Activity 12 Boat Cruise 1 Issues video 2 Booklet/stories 2 Karaoke night 1 Competition 13 Launch 16 Concert/gig 36 Movies/cinema 12 Conference/forum 15 Painting projects (murals, face painting, 4 banners) Dance party 10 Promotion of service/NYW 1 Expo/Festival 20 Presentation 2 Free dress/wacky hair day 2 Sporting Activity 41 Flowers to the community 1 Survey 8 Games 3 Transport to event 1 Inspirational speaker 1 Workshop 25 Youth Market 1
These activities were conducted across the State, with some official participants conducting as many as seven activities in their area during the Week. Events such as festivals, expos and open days often included many activities and different organisations participating in the one event.
Our NYW event proved how starved our community has been for positive things to happen. People are now worried it was a one off and nothing exciting will ever happen again. We will strive as hard as possible to gain services in Dover for our youth and children. Dover Community Telecentre Inc.
12 of 34 This year there was a significant rise in the amount of organisations from remote areas holding events. There were more rural and remotely based organisations participating in NYW than metropolitan and regionally based organisations this year.
The spread of Metro Regional organisations that held (Hobart area) (major centres) events across the State was as follows: 14 28
Rural Remote 35 13
Participation in Events
Each participant was 2000 2001 2002 2003 asked to record the number of young Young people aged 12–25 years people and others involved in planning events who were involved in 633 552 867 1650 the planning of their event and those who participated. Others involved in planning 307 308 286 1230 events 1 Numbers for the previous three years Total involved in planning 940 860 1,153 2,880 of NYW are included events for comparison. Young people aged 12–25 years involved in participating in events 14,652 13,668 12,349 17,671
Others participating in events1 4,291 2,281 2,068 9,655
Total participating in events 18,943 15,949 14,417 27,326
Compared with previous years, there were many more young people involved in NYW this year. The number of young people planning events has increased significantly nearly doubling from the previous year. The number of others involved in planning increased by 400%. There are a number of reasons for the large increase in planning numbers including the increase in size and complexity of many events which include expos, large concerts and festivals. These events also involved more young people than those that were held last year. The Unleashed concerts attracted a lot of young people and the biannual Streets Alive festival attracted 4000 young people and 4000 other participants. The new Schools and Colleges Grants Program also included more young people this year. The number of young people attending events has increased by more than 5000 participants. The number of ‘others’ participating in events has also increased by more than 400%.
1 Others are those not in the 12–25 years age group, ie younger children and adults
13 of 34 Active youth participation in the planning and implementation of events is one of the aims of NYW. A good example of an activity that illustrates a youth participatory model in the planning and management of an event is ‘What’s It To Me’ Video Production Weekend Workshop through the Woodbridge Online access Centre.
Thirteen young people from a rural community came up with an idea to identify youth issues in their community through a video. They held various activities to undertake this such as workshopping, brainstorming sessions, and role -playing and script writing. The final production was edited using the new equipment in the Woodbridge Online Access Centre. The whole enterprise was very successful and demonstrated a number of positive outcomes such as: encouraged communication and participation; promoted a positive image of young people; showcased built self-confidence; acknowledged common interests and diverse backgrounds as well as facilitated the identification of youth issues.
Official participants were asked if they had targeted any particular age group within the 12–25 age group. While a large proportion of activities were open to young people aged 12–25, a considerable number of organisations indicated they had targeted young people from around the 12–20 age group. Only one organisation had targeted young people from the over 20 year old age group. Some organisations had activities more suited to a young age group and some were based at schools or colleges where there was a captive age group.
Official participants were also asked if they had targeted any particular minority group within the community. This year a number of organisations targeted groups including: aboriginal young people, young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young women, young people looking for employment, young people with disabilities and young people with mental health problems.
A number of barriers were • Lack of transport for young people to attend events. Six organisations identified that prevented identified this barrier. young people from • The cost of some events was prohibitive for some young people. participating in National • Unfortunately the bad weather on the last weekend of NYW Youth Week events. necessitated the cancellation of a number of events and limited the number of young people attending events. These included: • The cost of public liability prevented organisations from conducting activities. • Not enough age-specific events targeting 18–25 year olds. • The wide age group prevented some of the younger ones from participating. • Need for provision of child care at some events. • Young people had other commitments that stopped them from attending when events were held.
Kaleidescape Young at Art This performance arts extravaganza was performed at the Devonport Entertainment and Convention Centre by a group of 150 young people. The two shows attracted an audience of around 700 people. Five councils in a unique collaboration facilitated the development and implementation of this exciting initiative. Workshops in a range of performing arts ran throughout the Northwest leading up to NYW and culminated in this vibrant event. The content of the performance was based around themes of expression and interpretation of what being young meant to young people themselves. Performances ranged from statements on war, youth sub-cultures and energy and vibrancy demonstrated through swing dancing, break dancing, puppetry, turn-tabling, singing, circus acrobatics and drama. The project had spin-offs leading up to the event with competitions run for logos, workshops in graphic design and a web site designed by young people. Burnie City Council, Central Coast Council, Devonport City Council, Kentish Council, Latrobe Council
14 of 34 Feedback from Young People OYA sent out evaluation forms for young people to comment on how they felt NYW 2003 went. Three hundred and seven (307) evaluations were received back with 290 young people indicating they participated in NYW 2003.
The following tables outline the results of the evaluation:
How did you find out about NYW 2003?
Friend/relative 22 Radio 7 Newspaper 7 School 137 Magazine 1 Television 47
Youth group/ Poster/flyer 21 Youth worker 48
How do you rate the events you attended?
Very good Good OK Not good
264 138 51 7
• 169 young people indicated they had input into NYW 2003. Young people’s input was mainly planning, organising and implementing events I think National Youth Week is a GREAT and making posters to advertise their event. week! Next year I am looking forward • to participating in more fun activities 60 young people that didn’t have any input for around the state!!! 2003 indicated that they would like to have input in 2004. • 245 young people said that they would participate in 2004.
• 101 young people agreed that NYW 2003 could have been more successful. When asked ‘how’ most comments were based around having more events, more young people at events and advertising events more.
The majority of comments about NYW 2003, from young people were very positive saying that NYW was great and they had a wonderful time and experience. Young people thanked Great opportunity for organisations that provided the funding and support for the young people to get events and wanted more of the same for next year. There were together and have fun. many comments wanting more events and in some cases bigger and better events.
I had heaps of fun, and not once did I regret going. I learnt a lot in the way of confidence and expressing myself and am looking forward to Youth Week 2004. Thanks to all the people who organised it.
15 of 34 Funding & Support The State Government has provided the bulk Some councils collaborated on events, eg a of the funding for each National Youth Week in group of five councils in the North-West Tasmania. OYA received funding from FaCS worked together to produce the Kaleidescape on a pro rata basis, along with other States concert. and Territories. The total amount of funding for NYW this year was $74,000, a $2,000 The Small Grants Program which was initiated increase on last year’s allocation. by OYA last year and was very successful was undertaken again this year. This program is National Youth Week 2003 aimed specifically at non-government National Youth Week 2003 organisations. Under this program, funding organisations could apply for up to $300 to run activities and events during NYW. Thirty organisations were successful in obtaining Office of Youth Affairs $63,000 grants. Many new and innovative activities Department of Family and $11,000 were held this year including the Health and Community Services Information Expo and Disco detailed below. Total $74,000 A new grants program was introduced this year—the Secondary Schools and Colleges Grants Program. This program was initiated Thank you to the Office of Youth Affairs through government and non-government for supporting us by providing funding schools and colleges to promote NYW to young of $1500. Your generous help is people in these areas and raise the Week’s appreciated. profile. This was a very successful initiative On behalf of the King Island Youth with 20 schools and colleges participating. An Action Group example of one of these innovative events is the ‘Long Lunch’ described on the next page.
The Schools and Colleges Grants Program was Grants Programs so successful it will be included in the program of events for NYW 2004. OYA undertook a number of grants programs for NYW which aimed to achieve greatest TYCC received funding from OYA to undertake coverage of the state in terms of young people an initiative called ‘South of the Equator— able to access and participate in activities and Three Years Later’. This was a response to the events in their area. video they developed in 1999 (South of the Equator) which outlined young people's issues Each of the 29 councils was given the and thoughts. TYCC revisited these issues and opportunity to apply for a predetermined followed up with council and government amount of funds through a submission process representatives as to what they have done in to conduct an event during the Week. This response. year all councils took part, with most contributing to the funding using their own For the fourth year in a row an outstanding resources, with additional funding and/or in- element of NYW was the large amount of kind support. Last year all councils support communities gave to participants who participated and 28 participated in 2001. were undertaking events. Official Participants were assisted by over 146 organisations, many of whom were from outside the youth sector.
Health and Information Expo and Disco A health and information expo was held for young Aboriginal people, and their friends and families. A variety of health information suitable for a wide age group including parents was provided. A number of services ran various activities such as self-esteem games (eg beauty corner with free mini facials) and the Youth Health Team made Mocktails. A free BBQ was also served during the day. A disco was held later in the evening including karaoke competitions. South East Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation
16 of 34 The Long Lunch
Claremont College has a long pedestrian walkway known as ‘The Street’. We set up long tables (one continuous one) and held a ‘Long Lunch’ during our Wednesday Tutor Group Lesson. We cooked ‘Long’ food such as spaghetti, French sticks, long sausages and sausage rolls, and caterpillar cakes. The whole college population was there including staff, students, including those with special needs and our aboriginal tutor group.
We gave prizes for the best costume, longest item of food and best decorated section of table. A perpetual trophy went to the group that went to the greatest lengths on the day. We hope to make this an annual event.
The Mercury came and there was a great picture the next day in the newspaper too.
Claremont College
Organisations that contributed to the The support was given in a variety of success of NYW include: ways including: • local businesses such as transport • undertaking the coordination of the event companies, cinemas, bowling alleys, cafes, for the local council pharmacies and retail outlets • providing displays • local politicians • providing sponsorship/funding • local youth groups/committees • providing cash prizes • youth service providers • providing supervision • local clubs, eg football and netball clubs • having advertising placed in shop and • Youth Network of Tasmania business windows • regional youth groups—Youth Action • supplying free materials, eg paper and Priorities, North West Action for Youth, postage Northern Youth Coordinating Committee • donating items for prizes for competitions • schools and colleges • reducing costs for materials • radio stations • donating food, eg for BBQs • Local and regional newspapers • reducing costs for services • government departments, eg Departments • free loan of equipment, eg skating of Health and Human Services, Police and equipment Public Safety, SES, Education, and the Fire • free transportation of equipment Service • free hire of premises/areas for events, eg • community organisations such as Army halls and car parks Cadets, RSL, St Johns Ambulance, Lions • and Rotary Clubs, regional arts groups, free advertising in newspapers and radio Senior Citizens Centre, • assisting with promotion neighbourhood/community houses, Rural • assisting with supervision and security Youth, Online Access Centres • assisting with setting up • church groups • assisting with coordination of events • youth bands and entertainers; and • individual community members
17 of 34 Media Coverage & Promotional Resources
A number of promotional FaCS (Commonwealth) resources were available for NYW official • NYW stickers participants. • NYW brosters (posters with a brochure on the reverse) • NYW wristbands • NYW website—National The Commonwealth made some resources • Television ads (community service announcements) available and others were • Radio ads (community service announcements) developed by OYA. • NYW logo (accessed through the resources page on the Internet)
OYA (Tasmania)
• NYW launches (one in each region) • Media Pack • NYW newsletter—monthly updates (January to April) • NYW website—Tasmania • Bus ads (in Burnie, Launceston and Hobart) • Banners (in Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, Burnie, Queenstown, Zeehan and Rosebery) • Media releases about various events
The three State launches, each in a different • Media Tips to help make your NYW event a region, were effective and were attended by success many young people. • Resources available to promote your NYW activity NYW newsletters were produced from January • Promotional Resources Order Form to April (one each month). The main aim of the newsletters was to promote NYW, promote These were very well received and feedback the grants programs, publicise events, and to has indicated that they were very useful. It is keep everyone up to date and informed. The intended that these kits will be reviewed and newsletters were sent to all official produced again for 2004 with more useful participants, youth service providers, libraries, resources included. Online Access Centres and schools and colleges. The March edition of the Newsletter The initial information brochure/poster was had an insert which listed all the events found to be the most useful of all marketing around the State. tools by 69% of participants. After the brochure/posters, participants found the Media A new initiative for NYW this was the Pack, newsletters, and state website television introduction of a Media Pack for official ads the most useful resources. The stickers, participants. This kit was sent to each National website, logo, radio ads, TV ads and participant to assist them with marketing their national website were seen as slightly less event. The kit contained resources including: useful and only 32% of participants said that the wristbands were useful. • Ideas on How to Promote Your NYW Event to Young People and the Community The banners in towns were seen as the least • Media Advisory (Alert) useful most probably because they only • Media Contacts to Promote Your Event appeared in eight towns and the spread of • How to make the most of Community NYW activities was across Tasmania. Service Announcements
18 of 34 NYW Media Coverage OYA monitored the Tasmanian print media prior to, during and after the Week. Media coverage for the Week was good with over 200 articles about NYW events in the various newspapers throughout Tasmania, and included a number of double page spreads. There were over 200 newspaper articles about NYW in Tasmania, see pages 29–36 for some examples of these stories. The number of articles has increased by 75% compared to last year. Some organisations were very proactive in promoting their events and a number came up with innovative solutions to engage the media.
It was found that over 44% of official participants had newspaper coverage of their events, 13% had television coverage and 29% had local radio advertising of their events. Radio and television media was not monitored although we are aware of a number of NYW stories appearing on television and a number of interviews on radio.
Twenty-four percent of organisations also used other forms of advertising during the Week including: posters, pamphlets, school newsletters, websites, and council and other local news publications. Of these other forms of advertising, school newsletters were used the most by event organisers.
Launch of NYW in the South by The Hon. Paula Wriedt, MHA, Minister for Education at the Geno Gap Gig
This event, which began with the launch of NYW in the South by The Hon. Paula Wriedt, MHA provided an opportunity for all age groups to come together and celebrate the skills, ideas and diversity of what each generation brings to the community. Representatives from the Youth Advisory Group, schools and Rosny College played an important role in the planning, organising and running of the event. Entertainment included face painting, jumping castle, bands from local high schools, colleges and the wider community. The Geno Gap Gip idea came about as a direct result of issues raised in the 2002 Youth Week ‘Let’s Act on It’ forum. This highlights the importance of youth participation processes in identifying concerns/issues, developing ideas/strategies and implementing actions. An estimated crowd of 500 enjoyed the day and feedback from young people and the wider community was very positive. Clarence City Council
Organisations were asked for ideas about other forms of promotional/resource support they could have used that would have made their events more successful. A number of suggestions were received including a youth week bus with a celebrity promotions person who would travel around the state and promote Youth Week, temporary tattoos, glow stix, T-shirts, caps, balloons, drink bottles, a smaller poster, and flags. All these requests will be taken into account during planning for NYW 2004 and will be dependant on funding and viability.
NYW Outcomes Feedback received from participants indicates that in almost every case the activities achieved their desired objectives and more. Some outcomes refer to a particular event while others were very common and were mentioned a number of times.
GIRLS IN SPACE LAUNCH This project aimed at addressing the issues facing young women and public space. Young women were able to plan and develop a space of their own at The Zone. They were able to celebrate their achievements in creating the space through the launch. The event also provided the opportunity to increase awareness and address issues facing young women in the community. Devonport City Council, The Den, Devonport Community House, Anglicare, IHSHY, Women Tasmania.
19 of 34 • One of our projects is ongoing. We are funding our two young people who The following are involved in the web design for the youth of Tasmania. A fantastic project. outcomes form a • comprehensive list Our event was extremely successful. It gave young people an opportunity to compiled from be involved in the whole process from the planning stage right through to contributions from running the event. official participants. • Community feedback in relation to the photo project has been fantastic. The young people involved in the project enjoyed the process and we had lots of These included: fun work shopping the ideas. The framed photos will continue to be used to highlight youth perceptions to the community. • Way exceeded expectations. • We successfully met our objectives through our event. • All the young people involved in the planning and coordination gained valuable experience and insight on how to bring/workshop their ideas through to reality. • Young people had the opportunity to showcase their skills. • Young people were able to share their knowledge and skills. • Young people were able to compete with one another in a competitive but friendly way. • Young people had something to do. • Kids that normally 'walk the streets' unexpectedly attended and had a wonderful time. • Kids enjoyed being involved in the planning as they felt important. • Our event showcased young people's talents as evidenced by the final videos produced. • Our event promoted a positive mage of young people as they demonstrated they were interested in issues relating to them and their social surroundings. • The workshop successfully brainstormed youth issues and possible solutions • Young people felt they were able to express their ideas and were listened to. • The young people really enjoyed painting the mural and are looking forward to painting another in the same manner. • NYW in Dover has achieved the exact outcome we had hope for. Our wider community now realises that we have no specific programs for youth and children and as a result of NYW in Dover a forum will now be held in July to highlight our young people's needs. • Our population is represented by 49% aboriginal residents and we all worked together community spirited. • Our young people themselves are now very proud and excited at the future. • A dancing workshop was held these holidays instead of kids kicking tins around. There's no looking back now. • The website that was developed showcased all the activities young people were involved in on King Island • Young people showed ingenuity in using resources available to them. • The common interests of young people were acknowledged • 300 ‘Work, What's it all about’ booklets were distributed and feedback from contributors and well as readers has been positive. • Young people were able to provide readers with a positive perspective of their experiences. • We were able to bring together young people from a huge remote council area for a night of entertainment and good times. • Young people were committed and enthusiastic.
20 of 34 • Young people with mental health issues were able to celebrate NYW • The creation of a mural is a lasting symbol of a team effort. • Young people were able to come together in a relaxed atmosphere to meet and enjoy playing computer games. • Our event raised young people's awareness of NYW • Students were empowered because of their role in the planning phase. • This project provided and is still providing a wonderful opportunity for students. • A good range of activities was offered so there was something to suit everyone. • The community was successfully involved thus developing community/school relations. • Students learned leadership and organisational skills • It was so good we would like to hold another movie night. • 36 trophies were presented to competitors and a state team was selected. • There was an increase in the number of girls surfing in the competition compared with previous years. • The youth issues forum provided local councils with information for them to plan strategically • The event was so successful we hope to make it an annual event. • NYW empowered young people in managing events. • NYW brought together five councils working together with young people to produce Kaleidescape, a major cultural event. • Kaleidescape was inspiring and encouraged a sustainable cultural future for the region and young people in it. • Young people from isolated areas were able to come together for an enjoyable night with music and dancing. These young people don't get the opportunity to mix with each other at other times. • Representation and recognition of young people's ideas, skills and attributes were achieved through their involvement and participation in youth week events/competitions. • Events provided opportunities for young people to implement actions on identified issues and to achieve outcomes. • The Geno Gap Gig and other events provided opportunities for participants to celebrate and recognise what each generation brings and contributes to the community. • Youth week events provided opportunities for young people to access information and express ideas and raise issues of concern to them. • Now young people are encouraged to become members of the 5th Autumn Festival planning group. • The event increased awareness of youth week and raised participation levels in school communities. • Young women were able to take ownership of a space within the community • The event enabled the inclusion of young women in decision making processes which create change • A partnership approach in addressing youth issues was developed • A youth advisory group for council was launched • Performance arts opportunities were enhanced for young people • Performance opportunities for community groups in Devonport were created • A collaborative approach by five councils was undertaken
21 of 34 • A high participation rate through a low cost activity was demonstrated • Access to young people via community links and collaboration with the Education Department and other councils crated an inclusive approach, ensuring participation by young people was high and supported throughout many areas of community • The range of events created the opportunity for significant media coverage, leading up to national youth week and throughout the week itself • Young people were able to see a movie on the big screen - an opportunity they rarely get on the island. • Having a coach come over to the island gave the players a lot of confidence and enhanced their attitudes. • Young people were able to participate in a drug and alcohol free event with other peers their age and older in a new and exciting place • A very positive collaborative response came from key stakeholders groups who were committed to the programs and activities the young people planned • The range of activities made available to young people demonstrated the diversity of young people's interests • NYW has positively impacted on the community members who observed or participated in activities. • Social networks were able to be developed by the young people attending the event • Innovation through design was accomplished. • Young people worked and learned with community members • Young people were engaged in social and physical activities • The youth forum helped to reiterate issues and has been put in the youth steering committee's strategic plan • Young people that came to the basketball clinics were able to connect with someone from the sports centre and find out information about other things they are involved in • The project increased the knowledge and skills of young people in videography • More arts activities for the youth in the local area are being planned • A young person on community service hours began work on NYW planning then volunteered to continue assisting with the events. • NYW provided access to a range of recreational activities • NYW enabled a process to set priorities for future youth development • NYW assisted young people to develop skills and confidence • NYW showcased youth achievements over the past 12 months • Artwork produced during NYW by young people was used as part of a tourism display for a stand at AGFEST • Interaction with young people and youth workers led to an increase in self- referral
22 of 34 There were a variety of NYW events and activities that provided an opportunity for young people to express their views about issues that impact on their lives. Different methods attracted different types of young people. The following are some examples that were utilised: • Forums/conferences (15) where young people could raise and discuss issues • Surveys (8) where young people were able to comment on issues • Workshops (25), where young people were able to express themselves through art, theatre and other media • Live theatre performances (8) where young people were able to express themselves through performance
Safe Surf and Beach Day
This event was organised as a response to needs defined during a recreational forum held at the Tasman District School in October 2002. Young people expressed a need to learn to surf as they were surrounded by water but did not have the necessary skills or confidence. The day consisted of a two hour surf safety course by Surf Lifesaving Australia. Young people learnt basic lifesaving techniques and first aid. The second half of the day consisted of surfing lessons with surfboards and wet suits supplied. Transport was provided and 31 young people attended the event. Tasman Council
‘Healthy Relationship’ Competition and Fun Day A celebration day was held at Rokeby High School as part of the ‘Healthy Relationship’ poster/bumper sticker competition. An estimated 150 participants enjoyed the Pinnacle of Terror, music and a BBQ. Winning entries received prizes donated by local businesses in recognition of their ideas and skills. Posters will be on display throughout the community in the next few months as part of the ongoing FUTI (Facing Up To It) project. FUTI in Clarence Plains focuses on challenging abusive behaviours and creating and sustaining healthy relationships in the community. The winning poster design will be printed and used as part of the promotion material to raise awareness about the project. Clarence City Council
Some young people were able to show us some hints and tips on playing some of the games - things we will be able to pass on to others. All the young people enjoyed being made a 'fuss' of and were made to feel special. We have had many return and pay to use our facilities and I have spoken to them in regard to what we can offer them. Bridgewater-Brighton Online Access Centre
23 of 34 Youth Issues A number of youth issues were raised during the Week and young people were given the opportunity to act on these issues in an ongoing way where strategies have been developed to address them. The following is a list of issues and ideas that were raised by young people through NYW activities and strategies that would address these issues.
Organisation Issue/concern/idea Strategy to address issue/concern/idea
Bridgewater/Brighton Not enough to do in area We are organising some more events for young Online Access Centre people—getting assistance from our young members. South East Tasmanian More Discos A group of parents were amazed at how the kids Aboriginal Corporation enjoyed the disco and will be getting together to arrange further discos. Self-esteem Our local kids suffer from very low self esteem and we will be working with schools to try and help with this concern. Woodbridge Online Safe place for kids to 'hang Using final video clips to apply for funding to Access Centre out' implement facilities for youth in the local area Transport Extra funding Dover Community Lack of access, toilets etc for These issues will be discussed at the upcoming Telecentre Inc the disabled Youth Forum Venue for young people As above Aboriginal children isolated As above Lack of government funds for As above youth The Girl's Brigade Girls younger than 12 Separating the age groups enabling better age consider themselves ‘youth’ appropriate activities and socialisation and girls 16–17 don't necessarily appreciate being with 12–14 year olds Brooks High School Working as a team member Provide more team projects Don College Empowering young people Possibly allow 16–18 year olds a non compulsory vote in elections. Develop council sub-sections such as the DRYVE initiative from the Devonport City Council No entertainment Possibility of a youth café with pool tables, live acoustic music and couches Star of the Sea College Interesting leisure activities Working with local police to form a committee to establish Shoe Box Drop In Centre Circular Head Council Lack of interest by young Inviting young people to participate more in local people in activities council and a youth advisory group and regular meetings. Clarence City Council Promoting positive images of 2003 youth week competition winning entry young people poster designs will be used as a mural on the Rosny College building Improving perceptions and The Geno Gap Gig event was planned, interactions between different organised and run by young people to provide age groups an opportunity for all age groups to come together and celebrate what skills and attributes they bring to their community. (this strategy worked well) Highlighting Health Poster designed as part of youth week will be on Relationships display in the community. Copies of the winning design will be printed and used as part of the promotional material for the ongoing ‘Facing Up To It’ project in the Clarence Plains area. Devonport City Council Young people's concerns are Council aims to support the youth advisory group turned into ACTION which will endeavor to develop actions to address issues raised.
24 of 34 Organisation Issue/concern/idea Strategy to address issue/concern/idea
Devonport City Council Need for more entertainment Council will endeavor to work closely with young (cont’d) especially bands bands to address lack of performance opportunities Need for more activities for Council will endeavor to address the need for young people, eg workshops more activities by including DRYVE, the youth advisory group, in the planning and implementation process Glamorgan-Spring Bay Lack of amenities, transport, Work with council and youth advisory group to Council TCE subjects look at possible solutions Need for a youth worker and Council to look into funding and facilities in youth drop in centre conjunction with youth advisory group Glenorchy City Council Employment, transport, free All issues will be responded to by YANG, Youth activities, recreation and committees and other interested stakeholders. sporting events, Glenorchy City Council youth program will entertainment, safety and facilitate action and responses. security, youth gangs Access to confidential A response will be facilitated through the Youth services Action Network Group (YANG) and youth participation. Brighton Council Boredom Develop more things to do for the young people in the area King Island Council Improvements for the skate Ideas were collected and some funds have been park raised through youth projects. There is a need to establish a small committee involving young people to implement the improvements. What to do for Youth Week Ideas were collected and will be discussed by 2004 the King Island Youth Action Group to plan for 2004 Kingborough Council Appearance of Kingston It was moved to send details to Council where it (Fusion) Beach has already been raised and progress made Transport - particularly for Steps have been set and the youth taskforce will wheelchair access take it up Need for more community Steps have been set and the youth taskforce will events take it up Assistance for those in need, Steps have been set and the youth taskforce will eg youth suicide, broken take it up families etc Meander Valley Council Need for a digital photography Funding for this is being investigated and a workshop facilitator has been identified Tasman Council Lack of transport A youth council is under formation and will address this issue. Their role will be to conduct a transport needs survey and develop a transport model to present to the community. We will also be seeking funding to assist community members in gaining a small bus licence. The use of existing resources ie Community buses is currently being reviewed Lack of recreational This issue will be addressed through issue- opportunities based subcommittees of the Youth Council. As a result of the forum held during NYW several specific and achievable recreational ideas were brought up. These included more regular film nights and spaces for playing computer games. These will be developed, planned for and run by young people in the following year. Need for great energy towards Partnerships between various key organisations planning and carrying out will facilitate youth participation in event planning events and prioritising youth participation in activities and events
As evidenced above, NYW provides a vehicle for youth organisations and young people to progress issues important to them.
25 of 34 Particularly positive/good practice outcomes of NYW events It has been impossible to record every single positive outcome and example of best practice that was identified for each of the NYW events. Many participants identified a number of particularly positive outcomes their event generated for their specific area, while many organisations showed good practices in planning and implementation which they felt contributed to the success of their event.
A selection of some outcomes that indicate the value and impact events have made in the youth sector as well as within the whole community and which are examples of good practice are listed below.
Organisation Success/good practice Bothwell Online To improve the day next time we won't aim for so many activities and segregate Access Centre ages a bit and have two sessions. Bothwell Youth Group Having young people involved in all the planning of our event was great. They did everything from booking venues and buses to producing posters. Bridgewater/Brighton I believe our promotion of our event, especially the coverage I was able to get in Online Access Centre the Brighton Community News was excellent. The use of the excellent posters and the notices published in local school newsletters all contributed to our successful event. Drug Education Youth consultation is paramount. Young people consulted with their peers, took the Network -North photos, designed the display etc. NYW needs to be 'owned' by young people to be successful and not tokenistic. Drug Education The level of local support I was given by organisations and businesses who, like Network -North/West the young people were able to identify with the activity and were enthusiastic to be involved. Edith Creek Online Involving the young people in the promotion of the event was a great idea as they Access Centre were so much more aware of what Youth Week had to offer them. Enormity Inc A survey was conducted in the three regions seeking input on how the concerts might run, cost and what type of entertainment was wanted. Young people added weight to the concert by including a health segment and other relevant activities. Adding activities to the event needed to be within the budget requirements and the young people worked this through. Young people were willing to expand their ideas and to indulge others. Young people are already looking towards 2004 events. South East Tasmanian Beauty Corner was great as this gave the girls the opportunity to do facials on Aboriginal Corporation each other and their parents and the mum's loved it too. The group of girls planned and designed the posters and really enjoyed it. Woodbridge Online Employing Ian Paulin to facilitate the workshop as the emphasis of his work is on Access Centre using theatre skills, mime, bodywork and movement to help groups with special needs to face the challenges in their lives. South East Recreation As a first for our group we feel we achieved what we set out to achieve, however Centre there are many lessons well learnt in regard to advertising and motivating the older age group. Streets Alive - A youth Executive Committee launch was undertaken. Interweave Arts Dorset Community The concert was very well organised and because of isolation problems in the House North East it was great to be able to offer a bus to transport youth to the concert. Both buses were full and the service provided transport for youth who would otherwise not have been able to attend. Dorset Community Teams of service providers got together to offer their services and interact with House young people at the concert. Dover Community Our total inclusion agenda. The youth themselves holding key decision making Telecentre Inc roles in planning and doing the work on the day. Youth and adults working together as equals. Free food, drinks and activities ensured everyone was equal. Safety issues/Police/ambulance/surf Life savers sent out a strong example of responsibility and care. The philosophy of 'giving' verses the norm of 'taking'. MST Workplace We feel that through encouraging contributors to write their own stories, our final Solutions publication was very much led by their issues, achievements and experiences.
26 of 34 Organisation Success/good practice Clarence City Council The ‘Geno Gap Gig’ event at the Bellerive Boardwalk is a good example of the effectiveness of youth participation process. During Youth Week 2001/2002 young people discussed and identified issues/concerns and explored possible strategies and as a direct result the Geno Gap Gig idea was born. The feedback we have received from the young people involved has been very positive. Devonport City Council Youth week had a strong collaborative theme throughout the initial planning and implementation stages. This was very successful as it gave a broader community approach inviting participation by young people, community and other services in the area. Glenorchy City Council A number of community and service providers engaged in support and mentoring of young people through planning and implementation processes. Huon Valley Council The whole UNLEASHED concert series was planned and coordinated by three separate youth committees —Huon Valley Council's R-evolution, Scotttsdale's Fewcha and Enormity Inc who are based in the North West of the state. The committees came together to work though the statewide issues associated with the concert as well as the local issues each individual committee needed to deal with. This experience minimised the barrier of distance and friendships formed. Brighton Council The initial consultation process - knowing what young people want to do instead of just expecting them to like what 'experts' say. King Island Council Consultation with young people via regular youth action group meetings and survey. Involvement of the school in the raft building provided an avenue for young people to learn construction skills for a fun purpose. Kingborough Council The youth forum really progressed the young people from ‘what are needs’ to ‘what (Fusion) do we do about them ’. It was also good planning to have the mobile youth café set up at the front of the council chambers and invite councilors for lunch with the young people. Tasman Council The provision of transport to most events was a contributor to the large turn-outs Hobart City Council One of the most important aspects of working with young people is to get their interest, such as the NYW event, and this allowed the young people to feel empowered and a sense of ownership of the project was cemented.
National Youth Week 2004 Planning has already begun for next year. A decision was made by all representatives of the National Planning Group that NYW 2004 will occur Saturday, 27 March to Sunday, 3 April 2004. The Week continues to be lengthened by a day so that there is more flexibility and time to hold events, especially on weekends. Next year NYW will occur one full week before Easter, similar to this year. The NYW Information Kits for next year will be distributed later this year with more information about the Week including the theme which, to date, hasn’t been decided.
Three youth representatives have been put forward from Tasmania to be members of the National Planning Group for 2004. Tasmania’s youth representative on the National Planning Group plays a vital role in directing the shape of youth weeks, nationally and in Tasmania.
Calls for steering committee members for NYW 2004 will begin in September this year and nominations will be sought from the three regional groups, YAP, NWAY and NYCC as well as from the Tasmanian Youth Consultative Committee.
The 2003 Tasmanian NYW Steering Committee has met and evaluated the Week enabling all the feedback OYA has received from participants about NYW 2003 to be addressed for improved coordination and delivery of NYW 2004.
One hundred percent of official participants indicated they would consider holding a NYW event next year and many of these have already started planning.
It was also good to see that a number of organisations have started to incorporate NYW into their planning and budget for future years.
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