Platform Y is Temora's dedicated youth space — a place created by young people, for young people. It provides a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where young people can connect with friends, develop new skills, build confidence, and explore their interests. Whether you're interested in gardening, cooking, gaming, art, music, or simply looking for a place where you belong, Platform Y is a space designed with you in mind.
At Platform Y, your voice matters. Young people help shape the activities, programs, and events that take place, making it a space that reflects the interests and ideas of local youth. The space is guided by an enthusiastic and passionate Youth Team Sheree and Nicky, alongside a committed group of youth leaders who play an important role in ensuring the needs, ideas, and aspirations of local young people are represented.
“The Temora Youth Team are a bunch of crazy cool kids. Everyone is welcome regardless of race, age, gender, sexuality or ability. It is a safe place where you can develop a sense of identity, self-worth, confidence, belonging, and achievement. We are one big family”.
Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for details of upcoming activities. For further enquiries, please contact our Youth Team at youth@temora.nsw.gov.au or 0418 357 230
We invite all young people aged between 10 -24 years old in Temora to come along, get involved, and discover everything Platform Y has to offer. Together, we're creating a vibrant, youth-led community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Join the Youth Team and unlock a range of great opportunities and best thing is it is completely FREE to join!
By becoming a Youth Team member, you'll gain access to a variety of exciting activities, events, and experiences designed just for young people. Membership gives you FREE or discounted entry to many youth events throughout the year, including weekly workshops, movie nights, school holiday fun, special events, excursions, and much more.
It's also a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, have your voice heard, and stay connected with everything happening for young people in our community.
Platform Y is more than just a place to hang out—it's a space where you can connect, learn, grow, and create opportunities for your future.
When you get involved at Platform Y, you can:
✔ Meet new people and make lasting friendships
✔ Learn practical skills that can help in everyday life, education, and future employment
✔ Explore your interests and passions through a range of activities and workshops
✔ Have your voice heard and help shape what happens at Platform Y
✔ Build confidence, leadership, and teamwork skills
✔ Discover new opportunities and connect with people in your community
✔ Learn about services, programs, and pathways available to young people
✔ Be part of a positive, inclusive, and supportive community
Whether you're looking to try something new, develop your skills, make friends, or simply have a place where you belong, Platform Y is your space to grow, connect, and thrive.
Your Space. Your Voice. Your Future
Sign up today and start making the most of what the Youth Team has to offer!
Download the Youth Team Application Form(PDF, 894KB)
The Temora Shire Youth Program is led by the Youth Development Officer and supported through hands-on delivery by the Youth Program Coordinator. Together, they ensure programs are engaging, meaningful, and responsive to the needs and interests of local young people.
Each of the youth teams is supported by dedicated community volunteers who act as mentors, helping to guide, encourage, and support young people as they participate in activities and develop new skills. Our amazing mentors include Britt Hicks (Green Team), and Arron Flakelar and Hayden Baldry (Gaming Team). They play an important role in creating a positive, supportive environment where young people feel welcome, included, and encouraged to get involved.
Youth Development Officer - Sheree Elwin
Sheree joined the Temora Youth Team in 2021 after taking a break from her long-term teaching career. She previously taught Dance and Physical Education at Temora High School for nearly 20 years and also ran her own dance studio for many years.
Sheree brings extensive experience in education, youth development, and creative program delivery. She is passionate about supporting young people to build confidence, self-esteem, and practical life skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Through her work with Temora Youth, Sheree focuses on creating engaging programs that help young people explore their interests, develop new skills, and reach their full potential.
Sheree can be contacted on 0447 542 451 or selwin@temora.nsw.gov.au
Youth Program Coordinator - Nicky Godber
Nicky joined the Temora Youth Team in 2025, bringing with her extensive experience from her previous role as a Council Ranger and Regulatory Compliance Officer. Her background has provided strong skills in community engagement, responsibility, and working closely with people across a range of situations.
Nicky is now focusing on her passion for youth development and animal connection, and is excited to bring this interest into her work with young people. She believes that positive connections between young people and animals can support wellbeing, confidence, empathy, and personal growth.
In her role as Youth Program Coordinator, Nicky helps deliver practical, hands-on programs and activities that are engaging, inclusive, and meaningful for young people. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where young people can learn new skills, build friendships, and explore their interests.
Nicky is passionate about encouraging participation and helping young people feel confident, supported, and valued within the Temora Youth Program.
Nicky can be contacted on 0418 357 230 or ngodber@temora.nsw.gov.au
Throughout the school term, Platform Y offers a range of hands-on workshops and activities designed to inspire creativity, encourage teamwork, and build practical life skills.
CAPA (Creative and Performing Arts)
The CAPA program allows young people to express themselves through creativity and performance. Activities may include facepainting, visual arts, photography, drama, media projects, creative workshops, and special events. CAPA gives youth the freedom to be creative, explore new interests, and share their talents with others in a supportive environment.
Gaming Team
The Gaming Team brings young people together through a shared passion for gaming. It is a chance to connect with other gamers, take part in competitions, try new games, and build teamwork and problem-solving skills. Whether youth are a casual player or a competitive gamer, there's a place for you.
Green Team
Love being outdoors or want to learn something new? The Green Team is all about gardening, growing food, sustainability, and getting your hands dirty. Youth will help care for our veggie gardens, plant seedlings, grow fresh produce, and learn how small actions can make a big difference for the environment.
Hospitality Team
The Hospitality Team focuses on developing practical kitchen and hospitality skills. Participants learn food preparation, cooking techniques, food safety, customer service, teamwork, and event catering. Learn practical kitchen skills, create delicious meals, work as part of a team, and gain experience that could help with future employment opportunities.
Be a Leader
Platform Y isn't just about attending activities—it's about making things happen. There are opportunities to become a Youth Leader, share their ideas, help plan events, and create positive change in their community. It's a great way to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and make a real impact.
Temora Youth Team offers a variety of exciting school holiday workshop designed especially for young people aged 10–24 years.
Throughout the holidays, youth can get involved in a range of fun, engaging, and hands-on activities, including workshops, outings, and unique experiences. These programs are designed to keep young people active, connected, and supported during the school break.
Activities may include creative workshops, cooking sessions, outdoor adventures, gaming events, group challenges, and opportunities to explore new interests and skills in a safe and welcoming environment.
Nadioc Walking Together on Country
Date:
Tuesday 7th July
Time:
10am - 12pm
Information:
Join us for a walk honouring Country as we explore the woodlands together. Using plant profiles from the Wiradjuri Plant Use Guide, we’ll identify native plants in the bush, read plant cards, and learn about why these plants were important to First Nations peoples.
Register here
Hospitality Workshop
Date:
Thursday 9th July
Time:
10am - 12pm
Information:
In this hands-on session, we'll cover everything you need to get started in the hospitality industry, including:
- Customer service skills
- Food safety basics
- Handling money and sales
We will also be completing the NSW Food Authority Basic Food Handler course. To finish off a productive morning, we'll celebrate with some pizza.
Register here
Zana Aerial Workshop
Date:
Thursday 16th July
Time:
8am - 5pm
Information:
A hands-on introduction for youth aged 12 and up, to aerial and circus skills in a fun, supportive environment. Participants can try aerial silks, lyra, hammock, trapeze, prop work, and acrobatics while building strength, confidence and coordination.
Register Here
Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for details of upcoming activities. For further enquiries, please contact our Youth Team at youth@temora.nsw.gov.au or 0418 357 230
The Temora Youth Team is committed to building strong, positive partnerships within our community that create value for both young people and the wider Temora Shire.
Our vision is to connect young people with local businesses, organisations, and community members who can share skills, knowledge, resources, and opportunities that support their growth and development. In return, young people are able to contribute their energy, ideas, and enthusiasm to meaningful community initiatives.
If you have an event, project, or opportunity you would like to share with the Youth Team, we encourage you to reach out to the Youth Team. youth@temora.nsw.gov.au
Together, we can create meaningful opportunities that strengthen our young people and our community.
Please note that depending on the nature of the partnership or activity, a Working with Children Check may be required to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all young people involved.
Adulting 101 is a practical life skills program designed to help young people build confidence and independence as they transition into adulthood.
The program focuses on everyday skills that are often not covered in formal education but are essential for navigating work, study, and independent living. Through hands-on learning and guided support, participants gain real-world knowledge they can use immediately and in the future.
Topics covered include:
- Applying for a Tax File Number (TFN)
- Opening and managing a bank account
- Understanding and choosing a superannuation fund
- Changing a tyre and basic car maintenance
- Budgeting and money management
- Writing a will and understanding legal basics
- Navigating employment and workplace expectations
- Other essential life skills for independence
Adulting 101 aims to equip young people with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to make informed decisions and feel prepared for life beyond school.
It’s all about learning the things youth actually need for real life in a supportive, easy-to-understand environment. The next Adulting 101 will be on the 7th September 2026.
For more information, please contact Sheree on 0447 542 451 or selwin@temora.nsw.gov.au
The YOUth-Made Market is a youth entrepreneurship program designed to support young people to develop and launch their own business ideas.
First held in 2021, the program has continued to grow each year, with new groups of young people taking part in mentoring, training, and hands-on business experience.
Youth are supported through a structured program that includes five weekly workshops leading up to market day. During these workshops, young people work with local business owners and industry mentors to build practical skills in financial literacy, marketing and promotion, merchandising and sales, business planning and strategy, customer service and communication.
The program culminates in a real market day experience, where young people showcase and sell their products or services to the community.
Business ideas can include a wide range of opportunities such as:
- Dog walking
- Babysitting
- Handmade products
- Plants and seedlings
- Window washing
- Car detailing
- Pet sitting or house sitting
- Teaching or sharing a skill
The possibilities are only limited by imagination!
How to Apply
Young people interested in participating can apply by downloading and completing the application form(PDF, 119KB) and emailing it to selwin@temora.nsw.gov.au.
The 2026 YOUth-Made Market Day will be held on Saturday 19th September 2026.
For more information, please contact Sheree on 0447 542 451.
Links to youth related websites -
- Beyond Blue - Talk it through with us, we'll point you in the right direction
- Take Charge - Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Councils' (REROC) Facebook page, keeping you informed with all things Riverina youth
- National Youth Week - Keep up to date with what's happening during Youth Week.
- Advocate for Children & Young People - Advocate for Children and Young People is an organisation working to make young people's lives in NSW better.
- Kids Help Line - A free confidential counselling service you can use to talk about anything that's worrying you.
- Reach Out - There is heaps of info about difference issues like depression, family stuff, eating disorders, leaving home, getting through exams and lots more.
- Law Stuff - Find out what your legal rights are, or ask a specific question through Lawmail.
- Riverina Headspace - Visiting Psychologist to Temora one day/week. Service for 12-25 year olds.