News - Scouts NSW

Paul Hennessy awarded OAM

Paul Hennessy’s 55 years of service to the Scouting Movement has been recognised with the awarding of the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in today’s Australia Day Honours list.

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Mon 26 Jan 2026

Scouts recognised in 2026 Australia Day Honours

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

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Mon 26 Jan 2026

Finding adventure in the great outdoors at Summer Adventure Camp

Hiking through mountain passes, pushing to the limit on mountain bikes, and taking to the water through whitewater paddling – Summer Adventure School had it all.

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Wed 21 Jan 2026

CEO of Scouts NSW steps down

After four years in the role, Carolyn Campbell will step down from her role as Chief Executive Officer of Scouts NSW.

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Tue 20 Jan 2026

Rain no dampener for Corroboree

The population of Dungog grew by more than 14 per cent when Scouts came to town for the annual Hunter and Coastal Region Scout camp.

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Mon 19 Jan 2026

Living the dream on the Old Ghost Road

A six-year dream to walk the Old Ghost Road in New Zealand was finally achieved by 1st Caringbah Rover Scout Campbell.

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Fri 19 Dec 2025

Platabeen Rover sails the high seas

From running up the main sail to climbing the mast and taking watch, Jacqueline had the experience of a lifetime on the Young Endeavour.

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Sun 14 Dec 2025

The beauty and challenge of Tasmanian hiking

A group of rural teenagers were able to challenge themselves with an interstate hike thanks to the Dick and Pip Smith Leadership Through Adventure Fund.

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Wed 10 Dec 2025

Adult Recognition Awards nominations 2026

It is time to recognise some of the most valuable Scout Leaders in your life by nominating them for the 2026 Scouts Australia Adult Recognition Awards!

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Mon 08 Dec 2025

Connection and culture for First Nations volunteer

For International Volunteer Day, we talked about the full-circle moments of Scouting with State Commissioner (Future Leaders) and recently announced National Adviser Reconciliation Jay Edwards.

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Fri 05 Dec 2025

Leaders reconnect at Gilwell Reunion

A legacy of adventure and a lifetime of friendship was celebrated at four Gilwell Reunion events.

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Tue 02 Dec 2025

Australian Scout Awards recognise initiative of Scouts

A little bit of rain did not dampen the spirits of the 53 Scouts whose remarkable achievements were recognised on the weekend.

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Wed 26 Nov 2025

Joey Scouts hop into camping

Squeals of laughter rang out over Glenfield Scout Activity Centre on the weekend, as about 80 Joey Scouts enjoyed the Hume Region Joeys STEM and Innovation Camp.

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Wed 05 Nov 2025

Celebrating 60 years of Boree Regatta

Style, confidence, glam, goofy, retro, runway - it was all on display at Boree Regatta's 60th anniversary celebrations.

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Thu 23 Oct 2025

Rasoree 2025 unites Scouts with '80s-themed fun

Scouting values, youth empowerment, and the joy of shared adventure – Rasoree 2025 was a weekend that will be remembered for years to come.

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Tue 21 Oct 2025

Gilt Cross for Gallantry awarded at Government House

Extraordinary acts of bravery were recognised with the Gilt Cross for Gallantry as part of the King's Scout Award and Baden-Powell Scout Award ceremony at Government House on Saturday.

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Wed 15 Oct 2025

Cycling through history on Western Front

There is something humbling about standing in places once filled with terror, which are now peaceful woods of chirping birds and buzzing bees. This was the experience for Platabeen Rover Scout Antony as he chased history along the Western Front.

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Thu 02 Oct 2025

Scouting bond felt across international borders

An adventure through the Scottish Highlands led one 2nd Castle Hill Rover Scout to learn more about himself, his capabilities and leadership under adversity.

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Fri 19 Sep 2025