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  • Have your say on the future of water in our region

    Lower Murray Water is looking for young people (16–21) to join a new Youth Panel.

    If you want to have a real influence on decisions that affect your community, this is your chance.

    As part of the panel, you’ll:

    • Explore how water is managed in our region
    • Visit sites and hear directly from industry experts
    • Work with other young people to develop ideas and recommendations

    Your input will help shape the decisions we make about pricing, investment, and the future of water in our region.

    The panel will meet up to 8 times between July and November 2026. Sessions include a mix of in-person and online, with most online sessions held mid-week in the evening (up to 2 hours).

    Because this is a small working group, we’ll ask you to commit to attending all sessions.

    You’ll receive $300 as a thank you for your time and contribution.

    This is a chance to:

    • have your voice heard
    • meet new people
    • build confidence speaking up and working in a group
    • get insight into careers you might not have considered

    If you have questions or need support to apply, contact Nicolette Robson on 0477 955 639 or nicolette.robson@lmw.vic.gov.au

    Find out more about the program on our website -  Your Say - Price Submission 2028 - 20233.

  • Key dates and interest

  • Below are the prescribed dates for each of the touchpoints you will be involved. There are four dates that have been tentatively confirmed. The additional four touchpoint dates and times will be confirmed in late July 2026. 

    Touchpoint Mode Date  Duration/Time
    Orientation/Education  Online  Thursday 2 July 2026 After 4pm for 2 hours 
    Site Visit to Mildura and Swan Hill (Bus, morning tea and lunch provided) In person Thursday 9 July 2026 All day 
    Reflection  Online  Thursday 16 July 2026 After 4pm for 2 hours 
    Recommendations  Online  Tuesday 28 July 2026 After 4pm for 2 hours 
    LMW response and refinement  Online  August 2026  2 hours 
    Deliberative Panel Presentation (Optional)  In person  September 2026  1 hour 
    LMW Deliberative Panel Report  Online  November 2026  1 hour 
    Media and Promotion (Optional) In person November 2026 1 hour 
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  • Expression of Interest Form

    Please enter your contact details below. You contact details will not be used for any other purpose other than contacting you for your expression of interest application. You can view Lower Murray Water's privacy policy below.
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  • What age group do you fit into?*
  • How do you describe your gender?*
  • Which option best describes where you live?*
  • Which option best describes your current situation?*
  • Which one of the following best describes your level of interest in water? (please note, we are looking to recruit a cross-section of community members with a diverse range of interests in water)*
  • Consent

    This section is to be completed if under 18:
  • Thank you for completing the Expression of Interest to join the Future Water Voices Youth Panel.

    All applicants will be notified by Wednesday 24 June 2026. If you are selected, you are expected to be available to attend all sessions.

    If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Nicolette Robson from Lower Murray Water on 0477 955 639 or nicolette.robson@lmw.vic.gov.au.

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