News - Scouts NSW

Scouts recognised in 2025 Australia Day Honours

Congratulations to the five outstanding individuals who have been recognised for their dedication in this year’s Australia Day Honours list.

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Sun 26 Jan 2025

Australian Jamboree wraps up in Maryborough

Our Scouts and Leaders are recovering after 10 amazing days at Australian Jamboree. Catch up on the last half of the event!

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Sun 19 Jan 2025

Parents' hopes for Scouts at Australian Jamboree

More than just fun, a Jamboree is an experience like no other that builds friendships, independence, resilience and confidence of young teens. Seven parents reflect on why they chose to send their child to the Australian Jamboree, and what they hope their child has gained from the adventure of a lifetime.

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Fri 17 Jan 2025

Scouts have a muddy good time at Australian Jamboree

More than 2600 NSW Scouts are having the time of their lives in Maryborough, Queensland, at the 26th Australian Jamboree. The first five days have featured, sea, mud, and badges galore.

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Fri 10 Jan 2025

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

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

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

Finding pride and a safe space in Rover Scouts

There will be a lot of purple on show today, as LGBTQIA+ youth and allies celebrate Wear It Purple Day. Sydney North Region Leader and Rover Scout Harley shares their story.

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Fri 30 Aug 2024

The adventure of a lifetime at State Rally

More than 2000 attendees were scattered across Cataract Activity Centre’s 163ha for the annual State Rally.

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Tue 13 Aug 2024

Taking on the weather at Scouts NSW State Alpine School

Rapidly changing weather conditions tested the resilience and adaptability of 90 Scouts at the annual Scouts NSW State Alpine School in the Snowy Mountains.

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Fri 26 Jul 2024

Scouts connect with Purpose at GG's Camp

Thousands of Scouts had a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience, camping on the lawns of Government House in Canberra at GG’s Camp.

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Mon 22 Apr 2024

Venturer Scouts challenge themselves at Dragon Skin 2024

With clear skies and warm temperatures, the 2024 edition of Dragon Skin will be remembered as one of the best ever.

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Tue 16 Apr 2024

Volunteers the backbone of Cuboree 2023

Scouts NSW members put their myriad of skills to good use, with almost 1000 volunteering their time to deliver Cuboree 2023. 790 adult members, including Leaders, Adult Helpers, Rover Scouts and Fellowship members volunteered their time, as did 248 Scouts and 77 Venturer Scouts who acted as Junior Service Leaders at the event.

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Tue 10 Oct 2023