Go behind the scenes of Youth Parliament 2024!
Our young leaders came together at Parliament of NSW to debate, learn, and create positive change for our future.
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Making waves: The Y’s contribution to swimming excellence in Australia
As the world eagerly awaits this year’s Olympic Games, swimming stands as one of the most anticipated and prestigious events on the global stage. From record-breaking performances to unforgettable moments of triumph, the pool serves as a place where athletes from across the globe compete for glory.
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Optimise your training: Tips from a Y trainers for Olympic-level workouts
The Olympics stand as the pinnacle of athletic achievement, showcasing the incredible dedication, skill, and determination of athletes from around the globe. Behind every medal-winning performance lies a rigorous training regimen designed to push the boundaries of an athlete’s potential.
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Building mental resilience: The power of the mind in sports
In sports, where physical competence often takes centre stage, it's easy to overlook the crucial role that mental resilience plays in shaping an athlete's journey. As we watch this year’s Olympics in Paris, with all of the triumph and adversity, it becomes evident that behind every medal-winning performance lies a mindset forged in the crucible of challenge and perseverance.
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Unlocking your inner Olympian: Training tips for young athletes from the pros
In the world of sports, Olympians stand as figures of dedication, perseverance, and skill. Their journey to the podium is marked by countless hours of training, unwavering commitment, and a mindset that refuses to settle for anything less than excellence.
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The Y NSW Continues its Basketball Legacy
With a long-standing commitment to supporting young people and fostering a love for the game of basketball, the Y NSW is thrilled to announce that it has acquired Junior Basketball Academy.
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The Y NSW Expands its Gymnastics Offerings with Acquisition of East Gymnastics
We are delighted to announce the acquisition of East Gymnastics, a well-established gymnastics business in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney that now joins the Y NSW.
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Celebrating Men’s Health Week | Our Approach to Wellbeing
Men’s Health Week is here, providing the perfect opportunity to focus on the health and wellbeing of the men and boys in our communities. This week is about more than raising awareness; it’s about empowering every man to take control of both their physical and mental health.
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First Nations Youth Forum 2024
Presented by the Y NSW and Reconciliation NSW.
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How well should your child be able to swim?
Swimming isn’t just a recreational activity; it's a vital life skill. But what level of swimming proficiency should parents expect from their children, and how can they gauge their child's swimming ability? Understanding the benchmarks for swimming proficiency can help you ensure that your children have the skills they need to stay safe in and around the water.
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The Y NSW Announces Our New CEO
The Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Kennaugh as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective from Monday 3 June 2024.
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The Y NSW Opens Dedicated Youth Space in Broken Hill
The Y NSW is excited to announce the opening of Y Space Broken Hill, a dedicated space specifically designed to empower and support young people in Broken Hill and the Far West region of NSW.
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The benefits of year-round swimming lessons for children
When it comes to children and swimming lessons, consistency matters more than just about anything else. While it might be tempting to view swimming lessons as a seasonal activity reserved for summer, the truth is that sticking with swimming lessons all year round is immensely important for children. From safety and skill development to physical fitness and confidence building, the benefits of year-round swimming lessons extend far beyond just learning how to swim.
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Festival of Empowered Minds 2024
Young people across Australia are overrepresented in a range of societal and economic issues. Several key pieces of research have been released in the past five years detailing the issues young people consider to be key concerns to their generation. A common theme across this research is the concern of negative mental health outcomes. The 2022 Mission Australia Youth Study listed the top challenges faced by young people as school and education, mental health, and relationships. With this in mind, our festival, called Empowered Minds, is a leadership and empowerment project designed and delivered by young people aged 16-25 aimed at increasing self-worth, inner-strength, leadership, and agency. Empowered Minds will contribute to a more equitable and safer community, promoting mental health literacy, social, emotional and physical wellbeing of the Parramatta community. This youth-led initiative will offer a range of free activities, including yoga, music, art and craft, among other activities alongside services that can assist young people in their personal growth journey.
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Resolutions to Results | Tips to Maintain Your Fitness Goals Year-Round
Picture this. You started the new year with health and fitness goals but now your motivation has started to wane, life has thrown you a curveball or two and, suddenly, you’re just not feeling it anymore. Where to from here?
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Youth Parliament Sponsorship Program | Department of Regional NSW Announced As Newest Sponsor
This year the Y NSW established a sponsorship component to Youth Parliament for youth experiencing marginalisation and disadvantage. The Y has secured funding from the Department of Regional NSW. This will support 35 participants who may have otherwise been unable to partake in the program by covering or assisting with their entry fees into the 2024 Youth Parliament.
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Balancing Work and Family | Practical Tips for Working Parents
Juggling being a parent and working can be tough. It’s a constant balancing act between work, family, and personal time. We’re sharing five tips to make working parents’ lives easier.
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Swim carnival success: A guide to helping your child overcome nerves
A quintessential part of Australian children’s school days are swim carnivals; an exciting event for children providing opportunities for them to showcase their swimming skills, race in a relaxed environment, and foster a sense of team spirit.
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Navigating the Start of Kindy | Tips for a Smooth Transition
As the school year kicks off, many families will soon experience a significant milestone – the first day of Kindy. According to NSW Education, over 63,000 students will embark on their Kindy journey in NSW public schools in 2024.
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Youth Parliament | Youth Voices. Powerful Choices
Make a difference for young people facing adversity. Youth Parliament is the Y NSW’s flagship youth leadership and engagement program.
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