Noosa MP Glen Elmes has accepted the position of NYRC Buoyed Up Patron and is encouraging locals to get behind this innovative program.
“As Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Multicultural Affairs and Patron of the Noosa Buoyed Up program I fully support and appreciate the commitment adopted by the NYRC to offer and deliver such a worthwhile program to Indigenous and Vulnerable children in the seven to 12 years age group,” Mr Elmes said. “The program is designed to provide this vulnerable community of young people with a fun, confidence-building sailing experience and build self-esteem, develop motor skills and value team work whilst also learning about the environment and enjoying cultural sessions derived by their elders and community leaders. “The programs delivered by Youthsail are second-to-none and this new innovative program further cements the overall community spirit and commitment of the NYRC to provide for segments of the community that would normally be overlooked.” The evaluation of the Buoyed Up initiative by the University of Canberra’s National Institute of Sports Studies found that new positive experiences may be the key to re-engaging children at school and reducing the risk of social exclusion for disadvantaged children. “I believe that the Buoyed Up program answers a number of issues that normally these vulnerable and culturally diverse groups endure. I urge you to consider offering your financial support to this wonderful initiative and help the NYRC to continue the Buoyed Up ideal,” Mr Elmes said. Buoyed Up has now been approved by the Australian Sports Foundation as an ‘approved project’ under their Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Tax rules so all donations to NYRC Buoyed Up over $2 are tax deductible. The NYRC does need your support to continue this program – if you would like to help see www.nyrc.com.au or contact the Sailing Manager on 5440 7407.
