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MEMBERSHIP

Rural Youth is an organisation open to people between the ages of 15 and 30.

Membership of Rural Youth entitles you to
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Free Member Insurance – which safeguards you against loss of income in case of an accident at a function - also includes death cover.
  • Opportunity to apply for interstate and international study tours, where fares and accommodation are provided.
  • Opportunity to compete in individual and team competitions which build your confidence and personal development.
  • Opportunity to receive other awards, ie New Member Award, Outstanding Member award, where the organisation will send you to National Convention free of charge.
  • Opportunity to access other training, either free to you or heavily subsidised, ie Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, adventure weekends, advanced driver training, forklift licenses.
  • Free entry into Agfest – Tasmania’s premier Field Days.
  • Opportunity to apply to attend other field days where the cost is subsidised by the Organisation.
  • Free accommodation and meals on site if you are there for a working bee or helping out at Agfest.
  • 75% subsidy on any approved short course or training you wish to organise for yourself, ie computer course, first aid, adult education courses, etc.
  • 5% rebate on the cost of your private Hospital Insurance – payable on presentation of your statement from the fund.
  • Opportunity to “work your way up the ladder” into management positions on Rural Youth Council, Property Management Committee and the Agfest Committee. 
  • Opportunity to belong to the best social network for young people in Tasmania.
The organisation provides its members with opportunities to travel interstate and overseas, enter State and National competitions, including the Young Farmer of the Year, learn new skills and explore individual talents. 

For more information on Rural Youth contact your local club, our state Office or fill in the membership form.

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