News - Scouts NSW

Finding your own self by volunteering at Scouts

When Mikee Kelly joined Scouts NSW as a volunteer, he was looking for a new way to connect with his daughter in the great outdoors. What he found was himself.

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Thu 05 Dec 2024

Volunteering creates unexpected bond to camping

BLIA Sydney - Kogarah Scout Group Leader Indro Wijoyo shares his Scouting experiences for International Volunteer Day.

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Mon 02 Dec 2024

Innovation meets robotics in STEM challenge

Lego, robotics and jellyfish came together in a clash of engineering, programming and fashion for 1st Oyster Bay Scout Group at the First Lego League regional competition at Wollongong.

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Fri 29 Nov 2024

16-year-olds challenge themselves on New Zealand Great Walk

From snow-capped peaks to burning shoes - a hike on the Tongariro Northern Circuit in New Zealand was an unforgettable experience for two Venturer Scouts.

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Tue 19 Nov 2024

Adult Recognition Awards nominations open

It is time to recognise some of the most valuable Scout Leaders in your life by nominating them for the 2025 Scouts Australia Adult Recognition Awards!

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Mon 04 Nov 2024

Celebrating 110 years of Scouting in Mayfield

Old met new at Mayfield Scout Group’s 110th anniversary celebrations on Sunday. The Group welcomed the community to an event at the hall featuring a wide variety of activities to appeal to all ages.

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Mon 28 Oct 2024

Mental health support recognised with Rotary award

When members of Scouts NSW have questions about mental health, Wendy White might just be one of the people they turn to. The State Commissioner for Mental Health Support’s passion and dedication to the mental health space saw her nominated for the Rotary Inspirational Women’s Award.

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Thu 24 Oct 2024

Super weekend of Scouting across NSW

Thousands of Scouts were out and about across NSW on the weekend for the biggest two days in Scouting this year.

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Wed 23 Oct 2024

Exploring the unknown on journey to peak award

Leadership, teamwork and dedication were recognised at the Australian Scout Awards presentations on Baden-Powell Activity Centre.

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Mon 21 Oct 2024

Teens take on the Larapinta Trail

Five teenagers challenged themselves on the Larapinta Trail in the Northern Territory. Now three members of the group are set to receive their Australian Scout Awards.

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Fri 18 Oct 2024

Step behind the doors of a $2 million renovation

Step behind the doors of the $2 million renovation to the 95-year-old Baden-Powell Activity Centre.

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Tue 15 Oct 2024

South Coast and Tablelands celebrate centenary of Scouting

More than 350 Scouts and adult volunteers spent the long weekend challenging themselves physically and mentally at South Coast and Tablelands Region's Jamborette.

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Tue 08 Oct 2024

Fun on the water at Port Neptune Regatta

With more than 150 Scouts from across NSW and the ACT full of energy and excitement, the 72nd Port Neptune Sea Scout Regatta kicked off in perfect conditions on Saturday.

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Thu 26 Sep 2024

An apology to Scouts NSW

Former Scouts NSW member Grant De Fries has issued an apology to the Chief Executive Officer Carolyn Campbell, Chief Commissioner Lloyd Nurthen and former Chair of the Scouts NSW Board of Directors Kerry McGoldrick.

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Tue 24 Sep 2024

R U OK?Day – A Rover Scout's story

Today is R U OK?Day – a National Day of Action to start a conversation with the people in your life who may be struggling. Rover Scout Sam* shares with us about his mental health struggles, in the hopes it will help others to know they’re not alone.

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Thu 12 Sep 2024

Rover Scout sees the world one canyoning adventure at a time

From epic vistas to untouched jewels of nature, Charlotte Mason has seen it all. Charlotte's passion for exploratory canyoning has taken her all over the world, from remote national parks in NSW and the desert of Zion, USA, to stunning mountains in Switzerland and deep gorges in New Zealand.

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Tue 10 Sep 2024

Wild Swiss adventure comes to a close for Rover Scouts

As the European summer season comes to a close, one Rover Scout is reflecting on the unforgettable adventure she has been on.

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Fri 06 Sep 2024

Scouting couple’s Silver Kangaroo legacy

A powerhouse pair of Scouting in the South Coast and Tablelands Region have had the pleasure of being awarded their Silver Kangaroos together.

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Tue 03 Sep 2024