By Parker McKenzie
Young people in Boronia, The Basin and Ferntree Gully can have a say on issues that matter to them with Knox City Council recruiting for the 2022 Youth Advisory Committee.
The Youth Advisory Committee brings together young people in the Knox local government area, community representatives and councillors.
Knox City Council said the committee is for people aged 12 to 25 and community members over the age of 25 who are interested in youth issues.
“The advisory committee is a lively and productive forum for people who are passionate about issues that affect the lives and well being of young people in Knox,” the council said.
“The focus on the committee is to consider the perspective and ideas of young people on a range of important issues and provide feedback to the to council.”
Recent topics include the Knox City Council’s climate response plan, ideas for activating Boronia Activity Centre, community plans and improving emergency management.
The committee meets once a month either online or in a wheelchair accessible venue with the first meeting being held in February 2022.
Applications close at 9am on Wednesday 24 November.
For more information community members can call the council youth services team on 9298 8000 or email youth@knox.vic.gov.au.
Those interested can apply via the Knox City Council website.
