Former Bourke councillor Maxime Nina says it's a "bitter sweet" moment after he resigned from the role from Monday 9 February.

The 30-year-old was the youngest on the council and was first elected in September 2024. He is unable to continue to serve on council following a decision to move to Tasmania, where he has recently begun work as a law clerk.

Mr Nina said he hopes his time inspired the area's young people.

"Bourke will always hold a special place in my heart," he said.

"I'm really deeply grateful for the belief and the support shown to me by the people of Bourke. Sometimes, much like a river, life takes you in directions you don't quite expect. My decision to step away was a considered one made with respect for the community and the role of council.

"I greatly valued the camaraderie and of my fellow councillors and the opportunity to witness firsthand the tireless dedication of Council staff.

"I was greatly supported by Mayor Lachlan Ford and General Manager Leonie Brown, both of whom are strong and committed advocates of the Bourke community.

"I hope that my contributions brought new ways of thinking to council."

Mr Nina moved from Dubbo to Bourke as a youth worker at the local public school in 2023.

He said a desire to give back to the community and inspire political participation in young people drove him to stand for council.

He threw his hat in the ring during the 2024 local government elections and was voted in with one of the highest counts of first preference votes.

Among his highlights was work on the Audit Risk Improvement Committee, and representing Bourke on the board of regional arts organisation Outback Arts.

Bourke Mayor Lachlan Ford said Mr Nina offered a "level head" on Council.

"He would have made a great councillor had he been able to continue on with his role," Cr Ford said.

"But these things happen and he's got to do what's best for him.

"He's been on deck when we've made some significant policy changes over the last 12 months with a new council. Max has been supportive and offered intelligent responses."

The council will now look to fill Mr Nina's seat with a 'countback' election between candidates who were unelected in the 2024 ordinary election.

Mr Nina's vote preferences will be distributed between the participating candidates before the one with the highest tally is elected.

The countback has to take place within 49 days of Mr Nina's resignation.