3/4/02
National Youth Week - from April 7-14 - kicks off this weekend at 11am at the Claisebrook Carnival in East Perth's Victoria Gardens.
The Claisebrook Carnival, conducted annually by the East Perth Rotary Club, has this year seen strong involvement from members of the City of Perth Youth Advisory Council in the planning and staging of the carnival and its many attractions.
During National Youth Week, more than 40 events will be staged around the State - from youth festivals to art exhibitions and dance parties - planned and organised by members of Western Australia's network of Youth Advisory Councils.
Youth Minister Sheila McHale said that the week gives people of all ages the opportunity to acknowledge the valuable contributions that young people make to our community.
"National Youth Week is an opportunity for the community as a whole to recognise young people for their achievements and play a part in breaking down unfair and negative perceptions about them," she said.
"During this special week, young people will be organising and conducting a range of celebratory events designed to demonstrate a positive image of youth to local communities.
"As part of the National Youth Week celebrations, the annual WA Youth Awards Showcase presentation event, held at the Burswood Resort on April 11, recognises and rewards outstanding young Western Australians whose commitment to others may previously had gone unrecognised.
"The Art Gallery of Western Australia's contribution to the week will be the presentation of 'Year 12 Perspectives' - an exhibition of the best of the artworks created by Year 12 students. I would encourage everyone to visit the gallery and see these artworks for themselves."
A list of events and activities being held around the State follows.
Minister's office: 9213 6900
NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK - WA EVENTS
Shire of Augusta-Margaret River
SmARTFest
National Youth Week in Margaret River will be launched with a movie marathon at the community operated cinema. SmARTFest 2002 will involve young people in workshops to create pieces of edible and wearable ART.
April 12-14
Contact: Sally Hays, 9780 5269
Town of Bassendean/ Shire of Mundaring/ City of Swan
HYPER YOUTHFEST 2002
A one day Youth Festival for young people, by young people that positively promotes the image and unique contributions of young people in the community. Includes a local film exhibition, local youth band performances, skateboarding, BMX and DJ workshops.
April 14 from 10am-4pm
Contact: Belinda Baker, 9267 9132
Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes
SLAMFEST 2002
Young people from Bridgetown will be participating at the inter-regional youth festival SLAMFEST, to be held in Bunbury.
April 13 from 10am- 4pm at Queens Gardens, Bunbury
Contact: Deb Dixon, 9761 1555
Shire of Derby-West Kimberley
Broome Youth Support Group
Broome Youth Support Group will hold a Youth Festival involving a 3-on-3 basketball competition, as well as darts, pool and volleyball. Young people from across the Kimberley will gather in Broome for the event.
April 13-14 at the Broome Youth Support Centre
Contact: Roz Wills, 9193 6559
Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes-City of Bunbury
SLAMFEST 2002
SLAMFEST 2002 is a celebration of the artistic, musical and sporting talents of local youth through a 'Battle of the Bands', Urban Art and sporting competitions.
April 13 from 10am- 4pm at Queens Gardens, Bunbury
Contact: Nicole Golden, 9780 8304
Town of Cambridge
Bus Stop Art project
Young people to develop and design art projects for several of the town's bus stops.
April 13 from 11am-4pm
Contact: Natasha Bouchard, 9780 8289
City of Canning
Pool Party
Events with an 'aqua' theme will be held at the City of Canning's Leisureplex. The local Youth Advisory Council is involved with the organisation and development.
April 13 at Leisureplex, Riverton
Contact: Vince Jones, 9461 7182
Town of Claremont
Extreme Games
Extreme Games will include skateboarding, BMX and 3-on-3 basketball competitions, as well as a graffiti art competition
April 13 at Claremont, PCYC
Contact: Jane Emberson, 9285 4300
City of Cockburn
The City will hold a number of events to celebrate National Youth Week. A Youth Art/ Young Writers competition, as well as a skateboard competition with promotion of the week on local radio.
April 7-14
Contact: Mary Ashe, 9411 3447
Shire of Esperance
GLAM Mocktail Party
Young People will be involved in DJ-ing, modelling, drink preparation (non-alcoholic) and set design and decoration. Those skills will be put into practice by hosting a 'Mocktail' Party with GLAM being the theme.
April 12
Contact: Clare Franklyn, 9071 5944
City of Fremantle
Fremantle Throwdown
An under 18 disco night with an urban City of Fremantle theme.
April 12
Contact: Phoenix Heuge de Serville, 9432 9511
City of Geraldton
A fun-filled day of activities including Boxing, Yoga, Wall Climbing, Aqua fun, skating and Mural Art painting.
April 13
Contact: Karina Thomason, 9956 6674
City of Gosnells
"Jelly Sanchez presents..."
Jelly Sanchez presents... an all ages concert to be held at the Kenwick Youth Centre for youth aged 12 - 20 years.
April 12 at the Kenwick Youth Centre
Contact: Mary Anthony, 9452 9912
Shire of Irwin
Fun Olympics
A day of games for young people, culminating in a dance party.
April 13
Contact: Kirsty Skoglund, 9927 1228
City of Joondalup
The City of Joondalup will be holding two National Youth Week events - one in Joondalup for young people in the northern suburbs and one in Warwick for the youth in the southern suburbs. Both will include dance parties and other activities.
April 12 (South) April 13 (North)
Contact: Jeremy Manning, 9400 4929
City of Kalgoorlie Boulder
Skate and Hip-Hop Works
National Youth Week presents a great opportunity to showcase the new Skatepark facility in Kalgoorlie. All day Hip-Hop and skate workshops will be run.
April 13
Contact: Darren von Bergheim, 9021 9679
Hyden Progress Association
Hyden Raises the Base
Christchurch Grammar School Jazz and Rock band will play a variety concert and 'jam' session for local and regional youth.
April 7
Contact: Jane Mouritz, 9880 5088
Shire of Manjimup
100% Youth Rave
A drug and alcohol free Rave party for the local youth.
April 12
Contact: Naomi Adams, 0427 479125
Shire of Merredin
Local young people to attend Youth Forum and activities to be held at 'Merry Den' Youth Centre
April 7 - 14
Contact: Debbie Morris, 9041 1611
Shire of Moora
'BRING IT ON - Moora, Year of the Outback'
A community bush dance will be held based on 2002 'Year of the Outback' theme. The local Youth Advisory Council will plan and organise the event.
April 13 at the Moora Recreation Centre
Contact: Rachael Stubbs, 9653 1074
Town of Mosman Park
Bus Shelter Art project
Young people to develop and design art projects for several of the town's bus stops.
April 13 from 11am- 4pm
Contact: Catherine Prendergast, 9384 1633
Town of Nannup
Hollywood visits.
The Community Hall in Nannup will be converted into a mini 'Nannup Cinema'. Two latest release movies are to be shown.
Contact: Liza Dawson, 9756 1018
Town of Narrogin
Forum for Us - Youth Out Loud
The Youth Forum will include young people from the local district and a dance party will be held on the Saturday night.
April 11 - 12
Contact: Lisa Shields, 9881 6421
Shire of Northam (Wundowie YAC)
Kids in Cars Driver Training
Run in collaboration with Safer WA, 'Kids in Cars' provides instruction to young people in the areas of driver theory, basic mechanics, first aid and vehicle control.
April 13 - 14
Contact: Liz Hughes, 9574 2020
City of Nedlands
Youth Art Exhibition
The Art Exhibition will showcase the artistic works of some of Nedlands' most talented young people.
April 5 - 14 at the Tresillian Art Centre, Tyrell Rd, Nedlands.
Contact: Emma Black, 9442 3566
City of Perth
Youth in the City
A number of activities have been arranged to promote the City as a resource for young people who make a contribution to inner city economy.
April 7 -14
Contact: Russell Trowbridge, 9461 3404
City of Stirling
Youth Environmental Forum
The forum will be based on the theme 'Sustainable Communities'. Information gathered at the forum will assist City of Stirling in future planning.
April 13 at Henderson Environmental Centre, Star Swamp Reserve, North Beach.
Contact: Trudi Rossingh, 9345 8586
Town of Victoria Park
Recycling competition between local schools in the area.
April 7-14
Contact: Town of Victoria Park, 9311 8111
Town of Vincent
NYW@Headquarters
A range of activities including art competition, skate and bmx comps, crash courses in DJ-ing, break dance, beauty stuff, cappuccino making, mosaics, jewellery making. Friday night - Dance party, Saturday night - all night computer games, Sunday -Live Bands. (Small charge applies to night events).
April 12-14
Contact: Damon Staples, 9328 3221
Town of Vincent
Youth Banners Project
The banner designs will be created by young people with the theme 'Living in the Town of Vincent' and be displayed on Beaufort St, Perth.
Contact: Jacinta Anthony, 92736 5324
Shire of York
Party at the Park
A number of fun and recreational events to be held for local and visiting youth, including bucking mad cow, sumo wrestling and gladiator duel.
April 13 at Avon Park
Contact: Cindy Tyler, 9641 2233
Dept for Community Development - Youth Affairs
WA Youth Awards Showcase
Presentation event incorporating: Youth Minister's Positive Image Award, WA Youth Media Awards and the WA Youth Awards.
April 11 from 6.30pm-11pm at Burswood Resort
Contact: Jan Watt, 9476 2000
Art Gallery of Western Australia
Year 12 Perspectives
Display of artworks from Year 12 students.
Contact: Andrea Tenger, 9492 6600
Art Gallery of Western Australia
E-Busking
Become a web star! X-change your thoughts and ideas about art and watch yourself on our web site. X-pand your mind as we fuse electronic technology with contemporary and modern art, film, animation, prints and paintings.
April 7 at 2pm at the Art Gallery of WA
Contact: Andrea Tenger, 9492 6600
City of Perth/ Rotary Club of East Perth Inc.
Claisebrook Carnival
A one-day Family Festival held in Victoria Gardens, East Perth. Includes dragon boat racing, kite flying exhibitions, entertainment, fireworks etc.
April 7 from 10.30am
Contact: Russell Trowbridge, 9461 3404
Celebrate WA
Performing Arts Perspectives 2002
Performing Arts Perspective is a showcase of outstanding performances in music, dance and drama by students in Y12 in 2001.
April 10 from 7.30pm, Perth Concert Hall
Contact: Tanya Miles, 9220 1808
Rotary District 9450
Get Up and Get Ahead Youth Forum
A day of seminars, workshops, and fun. Information gathered will be presented to Rotary and used for future Rotary club projects.
April 13 from 8.15am -5.30pm at the Burswood Plaza Ballroom, Burswood Resort
Contact: Lee Morton, 9279 4832
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