Connecting 
Young Rural and Regional Victorians

Discover local opportunities  •  join groups  •  make connections  •  enjoy local & online events

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Where the real and virtual worlds meet

The Rural Youth Network provides an ongoing source of connection, social support, and community tailored for rural young Victorians.

Designed and built from the ground up by a team of young rural Victorians as part of Youthrive Victoria’s capacity building programs, our online platform is a dynamic space that highlights opportunities and events accessible to young people in their communities, and provides a space to connect with other young people and share resources.

Ready to meet new people, learn, overcome challenges, discuss shared interests, and discover opportunities? Join The Rural Youth Network today!

#ruralstories

Jacob

Mine is a common migrant story with a less common feature: rural life.

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Jessie

When I was 17, I couldn’t think of anything worse than staying in my small country town of Avenel. It wasn’t that there was anything horrible about it, but I lacked the appreciation for what living in a regional area

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Elissa

My name is Elissa, and I grew up in a small town called Glenorchy, in Western Victoria. I lived on a farm with my mum, dad, and brother Tom. I enjoyed helping on the farm but knew farm life wasn’t

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