Provide valuable advice to the Council on matters that affect young people.
The City of Whittlesea is excited to announce the opening of our Youth Council recruitment for 2026-2027.
Council is calling on passionate young people aged 12–22 years to step forward, have their say, and help shape the future of their community as part of the Youth Council 2026–2027.
The Youth Council provides a unique opportunity for young leaders to directly influence local decision-making, represent their peers, and create meaningful change across the municipality.
About the Youth Council
The City of Whittlesea's Youth Council 2026-2027 will be a dynamic and influential group of young individuals aged between 12 and 22. Whether you live, work, or study within our municipality, if you're passionate about making a difference, we invite you to join us.
Each term on the Youth Council spans two years, allowing you the flexibility needed to balance your work, study or personal commitments.
You can see more information about our Youth Council, including current members and minutes of meetings on the City of Whittlesea website.
Your Responsibilities as a Youth Councillor
As a member of the Youth Council, you will have the opportunity to:
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Create opportunities for youth engagement with the Council and ensure your voices are heard.
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Advocate for the interests, challenges, and opportunities faced by young people in our municipality.
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Offer vital input and feedback on matters referred from the Council before formal decisions are made.
Apply now:
💻Fill in the form online, or
📝Print and complete a hard copy of the form and
- Email to: youth@whittlesea.vic.gov.au
- Mail to: Attn: Youth Services
City of Whittlesea
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Whittlesea VIC 3083 - Drop in person to: Edge Westfield Plenty Valley
Dedicated to Inclusivity
The City of Whittlesea is committed to ensuring First Nations representation and has reserved a dedicated position on the Youth Council for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young person.
