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Young Rural and Regional Victorians

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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!

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Nick

I grew up in Warrnambool and consider it my home. My grandparents were dairy farmers in Peterborough and my extended family lives in Warrnambool and the surrounding region. I attended Warrnambool Primary School and Brauer College. I played for the

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Chris

I was born in Ararat in Victoria’s Western district, where I lived with my family all throughout my childhood. It was a great place to grow up and I have fond memories of riding my bike around town and really

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Amelia

I was lucky enough to receive early entry into a Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Global Studies at Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. I graduated from Bendigo Senior getting dux for VCE Geography – which was and still is one of

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