News - Scouts NSW

NSW Scouts make memories at State Rally 2023

More than 1700 Scouts from across NSW descended on the Cataract Activity Centre in Appin on Friday for the start of the 2023 State Rally.

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Mon 07 Aug 2023

2023 Adult Recognition Awards (ARA)

More than 200 of Scouts NSW’s quality Leaders have been recognised in this year’s Scouts Australia Adult Recognition Awards.

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Thu 03 Aug 2023

NSW State Youth Council attend Youth Summit

In July, Scouts Victoria invited the NSW State Youth Council to attend one of the inaugural Youth Summits held at La Trobe University, Bendigo.

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Tue 01 Aug 2023

Vale: Alan Overton AM

Scouts NSW are honouring the memory of former long-standing member Alan Overton AM who died on Friday, 28 July, following a seven-year battle with illness.

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Mon 31 Jul 2023

Alpine School delivers Snowy Adventures and Survival Skills for Scouts

Scouts from across the state engaged in amazing snow-filled adventures as part of Scouts NSW's Alpine School in the July school holidays.

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Thu 27 Jul 2023

Six roles appointed to new State Team

Scouts NSW Chief Commissioner Lloyd Nurthen has announced the appointment of six roles in the new look State Team.

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Fri 21 Jul 2023

Gone Home - Lord Michael Baden-Powell, 4th Baron of Gilwell

It is with deep sadness that we inform our Scouting family of the passing of Lord Michael Baden-Powell, a dear friend to all in our movement.

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Mon 03 Jul 2023

Nearmap donation benefits Scouts NSW

Scouts NSW was flying high following a generous donation from Nearmap of IT equipment and office furniture.

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Wed 21 Jun 2023

2023 King’s Birthday Honours

Congratulations go to the six amazing individuals who have been recognised for their service to Scouting and their communities in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours.

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Wed 14 Jun 2023

National Volunteer Week

15 – 21 May was National Volunteer Week, and Scouts NSW celebrated by highlighting a few nominated individuals / groups on our Social Media Channels.

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Mon 22 May 2023

NSW Scouts supporting the community during the King’s Coronation in London

Scouts on a global stage supporting the community at the Kings Coronation in London.

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Sun 07 May 2023

Scouts attend Anzac Day services across NSW

Scouts throughout New South Wales have once again played a significant role in Anzac Day ceremonies, honouring the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for their country.

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Wed 26 Apr 2023

Macquarie Group make generous donation to Scouts NSW members

Recently, Macquarie Group generously donated a number of laptops to Scouts NSW that will see both youth members and volunteer leaders enabled with the technology to connect in an increasingly digital world.

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Thu 20 Apr 2023

NSW Parliamentarians ‘Scarf Up’ For Scouting

Fostering greater connection between Parliament and Scouts NSW, the ‘Scarf Up For Scouting’ event saw elected leaders presented with Scouts NSW supporter scarves and badges.

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Fri 31 Mar 2023

39 Venturer Scouts presented with Peak Award at Government House

At a ceremony held on Saturday 18 March at Government House, Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, presented 39 Venturer Scouts with their Venturer Scout Peak Award.

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Sun 19 Mar 2023

2023 Australia Day Honours

Congratulations to all Australians recognised in the 2023 Australia Day Honours List for service to their communities!

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Wed 01 Feb 2023

Announcement of Scouts NSW Chief Commissioner (2023-2026)

The Scouts NSW Board is delighted to announce that Lloyd Nurthen has been appointed to the role of Chief Commissioner for Scouts Australia NSW.

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Tue 24 Jan 2023