Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington, has officially welcomed Charlie Plant of Murgon to his new role as the 2022 Youth Member for Nanango.
Mrs Frecklington met with Charlie to congratulate him on his selection to the role and discuss issues relating to his assigned portfolio of Agricultural Industry, Resources and Rural Development.
“It was great to meet with Charlie and learn more about his aspirations for his time as the Nanango Youth Member,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“Charlie is studying to be a secondary school teacher at USQ and currently works as a Youth Worker with South Burnett CTC.
“He explained that he loves regional communities and small town culture, and is passionate about securing long-term economic viability and social cohesion for these communities.
“I was impressed with his passion for regional areas and we discussed the important role of the YMCA Youth Parliament process.
“These types of opportunities are so important for our young people so we can encourage them to get involved and learn more about how they can initiate change to tackle issues and help improve our communities,” Deb said.
“The Youth Parliament program kicked off on 9th April with a three day forum in Brisbane, and Charlie will be involved in meetings with his Portfolio group throughout the year to write a Youth Bills and engage in community consultations.
“They will come back together in late September for a full sitting week at Parliament House in Brisbane to debate their Bills and deliver personal statements.
“Youth Parliament brings together 93 young people aged 15-25 each year to teach them about the government decision-making process, while providing an excellent leadership opportunity for young people like Charlie who may one day become our future decision makers,” she said.
Photo: Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington welcomed Charlie Plant of Murgon as the 2022 Youth Member for Nanango.
