Join a youth development voyage on board STS Young Endeavour, Australia's national Sail Training Ship. Follow our adventures on the high seas. Apply now: youngendeavour.gov.au/apply-now
The Young Endeavour Youth Scheme provides young Australians aged 16-23 with a challenging and inspirational experience at sea on a tall ship. Our voyages increase self awareness, develop teamwork and leadership skills and create a strong sense of community responsibility amongst members of the youth crew.
The Scheme began when the magnificent sail training ship STS Young Endeavour was given to the people of Australia by the United Kingdom as a Bicentennial gift in 1988. Since then, the Scheme, in partnership with the Australian Government and the Royal Australian Navy, has provided challenging training voyages for over 14,000 young Australians aboard Young Endeavour.
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NEW VOYAGES JUST ANNOUNCED!
If you were looking for a sign - this is it.
Apply now for your chance to sail on STS Young Endeavour.
Check out the upcoming voyages here:
youngendeavour.gov.au/before-you-apply/voyages
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From lockdown uncertainty to leading others at sea, former Young Endeavour youthie Erin Burke says one sunrise during her voyage changed the direction of her life forever. Sailing on STS Young Endeavour during Voyage 02B/22 from Geelong to Adelaide, Erin stepped aboard searching for adventure. What she found was confidence, resilience, lifelong friendships, and a new understanding of what success really means.
📰 Read her full story
➡️ youngendeavour.gov.au/from-lockdown-to-open-ocean-…
Her advice to future youthies about applying for a voyage? 🤔
“I’ve never met anyone who regretted their voyage, but I have met people who regretted not applying when they had the chance.”
💻Apply for your own voyage
➡️youngendeavour.gov.au/
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Mateship and memories: STS Young Endeavour staff crew ANZAC Day commemorations in pictures. ⚓️🕊️ #LestWeForget
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🤔YOUNG ENDEAVOUR FAQS – Thinking about applying but still low-key unsure? We got you.
❓“Do I need sailing experience?”
Nope. Zero. Nada. We teach you everything from day one.
❓“Is it hard?”
Its a challenge… but the good kind. The kind that builds confidence, resilience and stories you’ll tell forever.
❓“What actually happens on board?”
You’ll climb the mast, take the helm, work as a team, lead challenges and live at sea on a real tall ship.
❓ “Will I make friends?”
You’ll leave with 23 new besties. Bonded by sea spray and one-of-a-kind adventures.
More FAQs on our webpage: youngendeavour.gov.au/faq
If you’ve been waiting for a sign… this is it.
⚓ Applications are open.
Drop your questions in the comments... or tag someone who needs to stop overthinking and just apply.
#YoungEndeavour #ExpandYourHorizons #AdventureAwaits #ChallengeYourself
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🌊Rough seas.
🧭Real leadership.
⛵An unforgettable ride.
#NoFilter, just the wind, waves & young people stepping up when it counted.
This is your Sydney to Hobart Voyage Highlights Photo Dump.
For the Captains Log of the adventure, visit our website!
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🌊 5 Reasons to Sail with Young Endeavour 🌊
Here’s why Young Endeavour stands out from the rest:
1️⃣ National Program with a Proven Legacy – Over 15,000 young Australians have sailed since 1988, supported by the Australian Government and Royal Australian Navy.
2️⃣ Once-in-a-Lifetime Challenge – Voyages focus on real growth: resilience, independence, teamwork, and leadership – far beyond a simple sailing holiday.
3️⃣ Professional Navy Crew Mentors – Your young person learns from highly trained Navy personnel, gaining unique skills and guidance that other youth development programs can’t offer.
4️⃣ Safe and Supportive Environment – Accredited safety standards, expert crew, and structured training make Young Endeavour one of the most trusted youth development programs at sea.
5️⃣ Lifelong Impact – Alumni often describe their voyage as “transformational,” with benefits felt in study, work, and personal life long after they step ashore.
📅 Applications now open for 2026 voyages – including the final voyages onboard STS Young Endeavour before our new state-of-the-art vessel joins the fleet.
🔗youngendeavour.gov.au/
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POV: You brought a disposable camera on your Young Endeavour voyage…
You don’t get retakes at sea—you get once-in-a-lifetime moments. 📸
Want to capture your own? Applications for 2026 voyages are open now.
#YoungEndeavour #AdventureAwaits #DisposableCamera
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New 2026 voyage applications are now open!
Here's what you need to know:
⚓ 10 youth development voyages on STS Young Endeavour, sailing to ports in Hobart, Geelong, Adelaide, Sydney, Newcastle, Brisbane and Gladstone.
⚓Voyages will sail between Jan - June 2026
⚓Apply by Sunday 21 September
More info:
youngendeavour.gov.au/2026-voyages-now-open
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🚨WA legends – this one’s for you.
STS Young Endeavour is doing one last epic lap of Australia (also known as a circumnavigation) before the program gets transferred to a brand-new ship.
Applications are open for 11-day voyages departing Fremantle and Albany this August–September.
It’s not just a sailing trip – it’s leadership, teamwork, adventure, challenge, and a total reset from the usual grind.
No sailing experience? No worries. Just bring your sense of adventure.
If you're 16-23 and ready to do something different, now is the time!
🧭 Apply now: youngendeavour.gov.au/apply-now
💸Oh – if cash is tight, financial help is available: youngendeavour.gov.au/before-you-apply/financial-assistance
📩 Questions? Hit up: mail@youngendeavour.gov.au
#YoungEndeavour #WA #Perth #Fremantle #Sailing #TallShip #GapYearVibes #OnceInALifetime
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