Youth
Berri Barmera Council is committed to working with agencies that support young people and the community to make the region a positive and inclusive place for young people to live, work and play.
This webpage aims to provide links to some of programs and groups in our region that support and connect young people to a wide range of activities, services and information.
We are also keen to improve and provide more opportunities to giving young people input into what happens in your local area, we are currently working towards better platforms for this to occur but for now if you have a great idea,or feedback that you wish to provide why not send an email to bbc@bbc.sa.gov.au . Don't forget to outline details of what you would like to see done, how your idea will address an issue/need in the community and others who are interested in being involved. Don't forget to include your contact details so that we can follow up with you.
GET INVOLVED
Our Town
Upcoming activities
Part of Things
Based out of Barmera but servicing the region, this group provides a creative gathering place and ideas hub. They organise a range of events, gatherings, meetings, workshops, mentoring, projects and everything in between.
Their physical premises on the main street of Barmera, can be hired for small meetings, workshops and other events. There are also up to six permanent co-working desks and capacity for other pop-up co-working desks (trestle tables etc). Connect with Part of Things
Headspace
HeadSpace Berri is a place where young people can receive help for a range of issues including health, mental health, education, work and drug and alcohol problems.To find our more click here.
No Limits - Young Regional Writers
No Limits - Young Regional Writers is a new program of activities in the Riverland from Writers SA. If you are a writer, reader or any other kind of storyteller there are workshops, events and other opportunities to get involved with in 2022. To learn more click here.
Riverland Young Professionals
Riverland Young Professionals is a network for young people (under 35). The network is open to service and trades employees as well as professionals, and recognises all vocations as an integral part of the local economy and community.To find out more click here
SPORTS AND RECREATION
Keeping active and building social networks are important. We believe all sport and recreation activities should be available and affordable for the entire community. To see if a club or organisation exists in our district that supports your preferred recreation activity then see a comprehensive listing on SA Connect. Please let Council know if you find missing details and we'll attempt to get the organisation to add/update their listing.
To find a space to get outdoors and be active, use the search function on our playgrounds, Parks and Gardens page to help you locate local our current outdoor recreation spaces and sporting facilities.YOUTH HEALTH
Urgent assistance
If you need urgent assistance or support, call a crisis service now using the below phone numbers. The below websites can also provide great information and support.Crisis service phone numbers
- Kids Help Line: 1800 551 800
- Life Line; 131 114
- Crisis Care: 131 161
- Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636
- Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS): 1300 131 340
- South Australian Police (SAPOL) - Emergency: 000
- South Australian Police (SAPOL) - Assistance Line: 131 444