For 12 months Ellie Guelen lived in Belgium, immersing herself in an area of multiple languages, breathtaking scenery and famous landmarks.

Among her most valued experiences was being invited by the Australian embassy to take part in official Anzac Day commemorations, and she went to some of the Western Front's war cemeteries.

"We don't have much history in terms of the war in Australia," she said.

"It was a bit overwhelming to see all the people who had fought and died."

The former St John's College student returned to Dubbo recently after completing her year with the Rotary Youth Exchange Program.

Ellie said she enjoyed living with four different families during her time away and that the number of languages spoken in Belgium was interesting.

"You can't just know one language in Europe like we do in Australia," she said.

The Rotary Youth Exchange Program committee will hold an information night as it plans for another year.

Students interested in spending 12 months overseas while in years 9 to 11, and their parents, are invited to the information night to be held at Club Dubbo on February 25 from 6.30pm.

The committee is also inviting non-Rotarian families who are interested in hosting a student for three months to attend.

Australia, because of its lifestyle, climate and people is highly-sought after by foreign exchange students, the committee reports.

Currently a student from Japan and a student from the USA are being hosted in Dubbo and another three students are being hosted in Mudgee, Narromine and Merriwa respectively.

For further information people can contact committee chairman Geoff Smith on 6889 5447 or email gsmi2709@bigpond.net.au.