Youth

The Shire supports and values the youth of our community. Read below to find out what's available for Plantagenet youth including joining our Youth Advisory Group, things to do and services to access. 

Plantagenet Youth Advisory Group (PYAG)

As active change makers in our community, PYAG members gain experience in things like community engagement, event management and community development. They give feedback to Council on issues relating to young people in the Shire. There's also plenty of free training and valuable skills (and food!).

It’s fun, great for your CV and a good excuse to meet new people. If you’re aged 12-25 years, living, working or studying in Shire of Plantagenet why not come along to our next YAG catch up and see if it’s for you?

PYAG meets monthly on Tuesdays during school term @ 12.25pm at the Mount Barker Community College, our project partner. Report to the Front Office and they will walk you through. 

To find out more about PYAG, email [email protected] or call 9892 1111.

Stuff You Need to Know videos

The City of Albany developed this great series of videos to walk you through 'adulting' stuff - everything from renting a property and cooking healthy meals to basic car maintenance and responsible pet ownership. You can find the videos on YouTube.

Youth activities 

Skate workshops

Keep an eye out on our Events Calendar and follow us on Facebook for upcoming workshops and events at the Mount Barker and Kendenup Skate Parks.

Mountain biking

The Shire actively supports the development of a trails and mountain biking community.

We have held a series of bike skills events to help everyone ride safely and build their confidence. This has included mountain biking days, bike maintenance and community challenges. Look out for more as part of our school holiday programs.

Don't forget: we also have a community bike repair station!

You can find this on Lowood Road, at the entry to Wilson Park, right next to the main public toilets (opposite the mechanics). It's great to see this community asset so well used and our kids of the Shire getting out to check their bike before heading out on another great adventure.

Ride locally after school!

If you're keen to go for a ride, visit The Yards, a community-built area where youth can hit the dirt located on Mitchell Street Mount Barker. Built by the local community in partnership with the Shire this is a great place close to town to practice those mountain biking skills.

For those looking to get out on their mountain bikes, join the local mountain bike group that meets weekly on Tuesday afternoons at 4.30pm at Wilson Park.

School holiday programs

The Shire of Plantagenet coordinates four school holiday programs each year (Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring).

Keep an eye out on our Events Calendar » Shire of Plantagenet and follow us on Facebook for upcoming workshops, events and programs.

If you have any ideas for school holiday programs send us an email and let us know! We might be able to get the idea happening - email [email protected]

Youth Support Services

We all need a helping hand sometimes. Check out some of the groups and organisations that can help you out.