Motivational Speaker in Sydney
Looking for a motivational speaker in Sydney who genuinely connects with students? Jonny Shannon — the Australian Youth Speaker of the Year — delivers high-energy school presentations, wellbeing days and assemblies that Sydney students remember long after the bell. From primary schools to high schools right across Greater Sydney and NSW, Jonny tackles the real issues young people face today: bullying, online safety, resilience, mental health and more.
Why Sydney schools book Jonny
- Australian Youth Speaker of the Year 2025
- 410+ schools and 500,000+ students
- Qualified youth worker & registered eSafety provider
- Sessions for primary, intermediate and high school — plus staff PD and parent nights
- As seen on Channel 9
Every booking includes a chat about what your students actually need, so the school presentations land for your year levels. Want the full story behind the work? Read more about Jonny as a youth motivational speaker.
What Sydney schools say
"You've got to have him! I was astounded by the amount of kids that came & shook his hand afterwards. He's a bloke you've got to have."
"The personal element that Jonny brought to the program. Many of our students could connect to his stories. Professional, personable, well prepared."
"Jonny Shannon is a game-changer for youth audiences! His hilarious, relatable style instantly connects with teens, keeping them hooked. Beyond the laughs, his talks are packed with practical, actionable advice that resonates long after. Engaging, inspiring, and impactful—simply the best!"
"Jonny is a great presenter and engaged the students so quickly and effectively. The feedback from staff and students was about how great and worthwhile and brilliant the presentation was. We will continue to book Jonny in to present at our school. I can highly recommend him."
"Jonny spoke to our Year 12 students ahead of their HSC, delivering a full-day program on motivation, finishing strong, and living with purpose. He connected deeply with the cohort, challenged them to think differently, and gave them practical tools to take into their studies and their lives. We can't recommend Jonny highly enough!"
Hear it from the schools themselves
410 Schools over 17 years
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See Jonny in action across Australian schools.
Across Sydney & NSW
Jonny regularly presents across Greater Sydney — the CBD, North Shore, Northern Beaches, Eastern Suburbs, Inner West, Parramatta, the Hills District, Sutherland Shire and Penrith — and travels to the Central Coast, Wollongong, Newcastle and regional NSW on request. Book a single school assembly through to a full wellbeing day.
- Sydney CBD
- North Shore
- Northern Beaches
- Eastern Suburbs
- Inner West
- Parramatta
- Hills District
- Sutherland Shire
- Penrith
- Wollongong
- Central Coast
- Newcastle
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