The City of Busselton’s partnership with Rio Tinto continues to go from strength to strength, with Rio Tinto doubling its contribution to the Youth program from $40,000 to $80,000 per annum.
This will provide a welcome boost for youth-focused activities and events. City of Busselton Mayor Grant Henley said the additional funding will also enable the City to expand learning and employment opportunities and provide a more consistent voice for local youth through enhanced engagement.
“This additional $40,000 per annum from Rio Tinto provides an opportunity to consolidate services to the fast-growing areas of Dunsborough and Vasse,” he said.
“It’s wonderful to see Rio Tinto so committed to our local community, particularly when it comes to our youth.
“The City of Busselton and Rio Tinto are proudly working together to support our local youth, provide opportunities for them to thrive and contribute to a shared future. Let’s face it, our youth are our future!”
Three new initiatives will be implemented over and above what is currently delivered by the City’s Youth Services team: • Youth Voice – encourages and facilitates an increased youth voice within the community. • Thriving Communities – a program of structured activities that promotes and improves youth wellbeing with an emphasis on mental health. • Creating opportunities – enhancing learning and upskilling opportunities for local youth. Rio Tinto has been partnering with the City to provide Youth Services since 2014.
Along with funding for annual activities and events, the partnership has supported the employment of a succession of Youth Development Trainees and more recently the expansion of youth services for 10 – 15 year olds in the Dunsborough – Vasse area.
