YOUTH 'SPEAK OUT' MEETS WITH COUNCIL

It's hoped at least one project will gain the support from Griffith City Council when the Youth Speak Out presents senior Council staff and Mayor Dino Zappacosta with a document detailing what the youth of today need to keep them out of trouble.

Co-ordinator Val Rowe says she is amazed by how quickly the ideas have come together in such a short period of time and the simplicity of some of the proposals.

"Council has been really co-operative, they are keen to meet with the youth speak out team and value the input tfrom them. We are looking for some level of commitment from Council to implement at least one of the suggested projects put forward in the document," said Val.

According to Val boredom is a very big issue amongst the youth of today, with very few free activities at young people's disposal. Val is hoping through Council that the youth speak out team can turn boredom into positive and constructive activities and projects.

"All the youth issues have come solely from the hearts of the youth and they can now see the light. They are really enthused and intrigued and believe something will come of it," said Val.

Story by: Riverina Real Estate Magazine, March 22 2007.