Duke of Ed WA

13/08/2025

Help set the tone of Youth Week WA 2026!
To enter the competition, please complete the online entry form by 11.59pm on Sunday 28 September 2025.

To enter, you must be:

Western Australian (currently residing in the State long-term)
aged 18-25 years (but not turning 26 until after 28 September 2025)

Calling all young creatives! Do you have a bold idea that captures the spirit of young people today? Now’s your chance to help us bring it to life! We’re on the lookout for a standout theme for Youth Week WA 2026, and we want it to come from you. The winning theme will be displayed visually across the entire state. Think Yagan Square billboard, socials, events, schools and more! You’ll be the creative voice of WA youth, and your idea will help us shape how Youth Week is celebrated.

🎁Plus, the winner scores a brand new iPad!
📅Entries close 28 September
👀You’ve gotta be in it to win it! Submit your theme and vote for the design here: https://docsm.au/4fRujER

01/08/2025

Next weekend! Learn more about the STS Young Endeavour!!

29/07/2025

Apply to become a Youth Week WA Ambassador for 2026!

The Department of Communities is seeking nominations from young Western Australians to be Youth Week WA Ambassadors for 2026!

If you or someone you know is passionate about amplifying the voices of young people and would also enjoy being involved in the planning, promoting, and facilitation of a range of incredible Youth Week WA events throughout the State, then this opportunity is for you!
If you are interested in applying, simply complete the online Application Form. https://forms.digital.wa.gov.au/251941249641863

16/07/2025

Job Alert!

We are looking to hire a YouVolunteer Project Officer and help link 150+ young people each year (aged 14–24) with awesome volunteering roles in local sports clubs! 🙌

Perth-based (with some travel)
Contract to 31 March 2027
SCHADS Level 3
Driver’s license & vehicle required

Make a real impact in youth volunteering and sport!

Ready to apply or want to know more? Message us for more details!

Send a message to learn more

10/06/2025

Have you booked your Adventurous Journey yet?
Trek the Cape to Cape with The Outdoor Education Group this July!

Bronze (7-8 July 2025) $290

Silver (7-9 July 2025) $451

Gold (7-10July 2025) $658



SIGN UP TO SECURE YOUR SPOT

Ensure your students get the most out of their Duke of Edinburgh experience with the outdoor education group.

03/06/2025

The July school holidays are a perfect time for completing your Adventurous Journey.
Have a look at the treks Simply Trekking are providing!

Teen Gold Jul Darling Scarp Trek - Simply Trekking: https://simplytrekking.com.au/wa-walks/bibbulmun-track-darling-scarp-trek/
Teen Silver July Darling Scarp Trek - Simply Trekking
https://simplytrekking.com.au/wa-walks/bibbulmun-track-teen-5-day-darling-scarp-trek/

The Duke of Edinburgh Award's trek on the Bibbulmun Track a guided hike with Simply Trekking

21/05/2025

Are you completing your Bronze Level?
Are you looking for an Adventurous Journey?

Maybe Cahoots WA will have the right adventure for you:

Get Tickets on Humanitix - Cahoots July 2025 Perth Trails Expedition (3 Day) hosted by Cahoots. Cahoots Adventure Camp, 100 Kirby Rd, Bullsbrook WA 6084, Australia. Wednesday 16th July 2025. Find event information.

15/05/2025

Have you ever volunteered at a swimming competition?
Help out as a time-keeper in these upcoming competitions.

09/05/2025

So amazing to see one of our Duke of Ed Users be nominated for a Volunteer of the Year Award. Congratulations Millie!

Having started volunteering at four years old, Millie Penman’s community contributions began at Scouts, where she would help at events and at the police station.

08/05/2025

Boost your Voluntary Service hours, and help out an upcoming beach clean up!

GET READY FOR CLEAN UP DAY 25 May, 9.30 am Ngarkal Beach. Lots of fun while we clean up our beautiful Port Coogee

06/05/2025

30/04/2025

Check out the camps on offer next school holidays!

School holidays are on, and that means so are Cahoots camps!

This July we have a range of camps available for kids, teens, and adults for all support needs, including 1:1 care options.

Each camp is tailored to develop the participant’s independence, confidence, and social skills through exciting and enriching adventures.

Browse our upcoming July school holidays camps - limited spots available.
📱https://www.cahoots.org.au/winter-school-holiday-camps-2025/