Taking inspiration to new heights for Gunnedah young people

30 October, 2024

Hundreds of Gunnedah Shire students saw high-flying inspiration in action today at an Aussie FMX event hosted by Gunnedah Shire Council, sponsored by Boggabri Coal and the NSW Government through the Community Recovery Officer Program.

The show, that features some of Australia’s top freestyle motocross riders including Aussie FMX director and three-time world record holder Brodie Carmichael, encourages kids to pursue their passion with the possibility of turning it into a career.

Riders perform tricks from a ramp, but also engage with a young audience about their hopes and dreams.

Gunnedah Shire Council Manager Economy and Growth Susan Frater said the idea to bring the show to Gunnedah had been raised by Councillor Juliana McArthur and attended by Deputy Mayor Kate McGrath.

“Having a young population who are resilient and encouraged to overcome challenges for a brighter life is vitally important to our Shire,” Ms Frater said.

“The performers in the Aussie FMX show not only showcase an extraordinary degree of talent, but they tell their own stories, and connect with students who might be becoming disengaged with their education and their own journey.

“It was wonderful to see the Gunnedah High School and St Mary’s College students today really enjoying not only the spectacular stunts, but the message the riders brought to them. A big thank you to our sponsors Boggabri Coal and the NSW Government through the Community Recovery Officer Program for helping us to make this happen.”

Other agencies in attendance supporting the event were NSW Police, Australian Red Cross, Centacare New England North West and PCYC.

The show was held at the Gunnedah Showground and included a sausage sizzle and presentations from youth facilitators about life skills and building positive influences.

Caption: Brodie Carmichael talks to Gunnedah High Students at the Aussie FMX event in Gunnedah today.

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