News - Scouts NSW

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

Celebrating 50 years of Korimul Gang Show

Korimul Gang Show is celebrating 50 years of treading the boards with a special season paying tribute to its greatest hits.

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Wed 10 Sep 2025

Exploring the skies of Merimbula

While the Scouts NSW Air Activity Centre is a little out of reach for members of 1st Merimbula Scout Group, it has not stopped them from exploring their interest in aviation.

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Thu 04 Sep 2025

Scouts return to Gunnedah

For the first time in 14 years there is a Scout Group in Gunnedah. The 1st Gunnedah Scout Group was officially relaunched on Sunday, with 19 youth members aged five to 14 invested.

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Mon 25 Aug 2025

Crossing the border for Adventurous Journey

An Adventurous Journey was an opportunity for Liz to share her local forest with distant friends. From eerie ghost tours to beautiful waterfalls, it had it all.

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Thu 21 Aug 2025

Perseverance rewarded with peak awards

Success, determination, and perseverance were all recognised at a special ceremony at Government House on the weekend.

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Tue 12 Aug 2025

Welcome to new Scouts NSW Board

Three new Directors joined the Scouts NSW Board following the Annual General Meeting at Baden-Powell Activity Centre on 19 July.

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Sat 09 Aug 2025

Recognising our adult volunteers

The Scouts Australia Adult Recognition Awards are an opportunity to reflect on the invaluable work volunteers contribute to Scouting.

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Fri 01 Aug 2025

Silver Kangaroo for Keeper of the Relics

Devotion to the preservation, promotion and celebration of Scouting’s rich history has seen State Commissioner (Heritage) Joe Attard awarded with a Silver Kangaroo in today’s Adult Recognition Awards.

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Fri 01 Aug 2025

Congratulations to the 2025 Adult Recognition Award (ARA) Recipients

Congratulations to the 261 adult volunteers in Scouts NSW who were recognised in this year’s Scouts Australia Adult Recognition Awards.

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Fri 01 Aug 2025

State Alpine School not just for youth

Scout Leader Tracey Noble shares some of the fun (and challenges) of State Alpine School.

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Fri 25 Jul 2025

Walking laps for international Scouts

Members of 1st Frenchs Forest Scout Group put their walking shoes on to support Scouts affected by earthquakes.

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Sun 13 Jul 2025