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SCOUT HUT MAKEOVER
2017 STATE RALLY
ARTICLE CORRECTION
DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH
GET SCOUTS ACTIVE IN 2018
EVENTS CALENDER
REGION COMMISSIONER’S
REPORT
50 YEARS OF MANLY SEA LIFE SANCTUARY
Ashley Hayes | Senior Operations Manager
I wanted to touch base as I’m sure you may have heard that
sadly after fifty years Manly Sea Life Sanctuary is closing its
doors.
As a Girl Guide myself, my first memory was of a sleepover at
the aquarium.
With only six months to go we want to share as many
memories with Sydney siders as possible.
We are currently offering Girl Guides and Scouts, $5 entry for
the rest of the year—we have a big focus on conservation and
single use plastic reduction.
I look forward to seeing you soon!
(Members only, show proof of membership)
SEPTEMBER 2017
year
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SCOUT HUT GETS REPAIRED &
REPAINTED
Steve Evans | Glenn Innes Examiner
The Scout Hall in Glen Innes has just been given a fresh
coat of paint, with plans to renovate the interior.
Gary te Velde of Rotary said Coca Cola gave $25,000 last
year and $8,000 this year to renovate the place. This
benefits the Scouts because it improves their premises for
their own use but also because it makes it easier for them to
let the property to outside bodies and so make a little
money for their own activities.
He said it was important to get the work done because the
longer it was left, the more work would eventually be
needed. The soft-drinks company gave the money and
Rotary organised a group of local tradespeople to carry the
work out.
http://www.gleninnesexaminer.com.au/story/4834588/be-
prepared-for-a-new-look/?cs=422
CORRECTION!
This is not THE Joey Scout Book, but A
singular Joey Scout Book designed and
issued by the Greater Western Sydney
Region, there is no official book for the
Joey Scout section, but this book does list
and inform about all the awards and
opportunities for a Joey Scout of New
South Wales.
The Kalori Apologies for this small
confusion.
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D I A M I O N D I N
T H E
R O U G H
Tenterfield’s
Surface Hill Scout
Camp recently
rediscovered by
our RC and
Deputy RC, is
offering massive
potential after
some work, many
are curious about
it and its
prospects.
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Hello Folks,
As expected, all of the Scout Groups in the North West are very
busy with the “Scouting Trails” of their Youth Members. I would like
to start off by thanking each of the Section Leaders & Group Leaders
who selflessly give up their time so we can provide a fun and active
program for the Children that have “Promised to do Their Best”.
BRAVO!
In the course of the last month, I was very fortunate to be invited to
Tamworth Hillvue and present the latest Grey Wolf in the NW to
Cub Scout Noah Morley. A wonderful effort by young Noah.
Hopefully we will see more Grey Wolves in the NW before the end
of the year.
John Thompson, Tarranne & Neil Bryan, John Press and I travelled
to Tenterfield to talk to Parents and Children who might be
interested in joining Scouts – I am happy to mention that 5 Youth
Members (a joey, 2 cubs and 2 Scouts aged children) are now
trialling a model of scouting which is based on the LONES Scout
Group method. The difference is that with 5 youth members in the
same town the kids can get together and talk about different aspects
of Scouting and start to learn about scouting remotely. It is a
promising experiment and if it works, we might see scouting start in
all of the small towns across the North West.
Whilst we were in Tenterfield, we took the opportunity to present
some Certificates of Appreciation to some wonderful older Scouters
in Tenterfield, Kerrie Swain, Barry Brooks, Jim Landers, Ray
Holmes, Brian Dare and the daughter of Mr Tony Kelly. Tony sadly
passed away recently. These volunteers have been selflessly
maintaining the Scout Hall, often out of their own pockets – I am
hoping that these wonderful people will assist us in the Tenterfield
area in the future.
Whilst in Tenterfield we took the chance to duck out to the Surface
Hill Scout Camp – and it was a chance indeed, as we had to pass six
fire trucks and some wonderful Rural Fire Service Fire Fighters who
had just finished saving the campsite from a 3000-hectare bushfire.
We safely got to the camp and the potential for Scouting was seen
immediately. With some work, this camp will be a wonderful place
for a Scout Group to hold a camp. There will be more news on this
as we get the planning for restoring the camp organised.
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In last month’s report I asked all the Section Leader to chart out the
award progress of their Youth Members I am still encouraging you all to
do this and monitor the progress of all of the Joeys, Cubs, Scouts and
Venturers. I do not want any of them saying at the end of their time in
their section saying, “I could have gotten my Grey Wolf or my
Australian Scout Medallion…” Encourage your Youth Members to do
their Best at all times.
I hope that all section Leaders have built the New Law and Promise into
their programs and are striving to get their Youth Members
understanding and living by them.
I have dual-roled Mark Shepheard into the role of NW Training. If you
have any Training, based questions please direct them to him. Also if
you could advise Mark of any training that your sections are conducting
so the NW Region Team can be aware of those courses.
I am encouraging all Leaders and Committeemen to read and
understand the Leader Support Guide 23 – Code of Conduct. I am
formalising a method of handling complaints in the NW Region and will
get that information out to the Groups as soon as it is done.
I would ask you all to be mindful that when you are in uniform you are
an ambassador in Scouting and your words and actions should always be
in the best interest of Scouting. It is hard enough recruiting Adults and
Youth to our movement without the additional woe of negative
experiences….
I am not in a position to entertain any breaches of Scout Law or the
Code of Conduct.
Over the last couple of months of this year, I look forward to travelling
out to the Regions of the Group to say hello and meet you Youth
Members, Leaders and Adult Supporters.
Thank you for your efforts.
Regards, Bear
NW
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GET SCOUTS
ACTIVE IN 2018!
Scouts NSW will be an eligible provider of the Active Kids Rebate Program
announced by the NSW Government as part of its 2017—18 budget this year.
From 1 January 2018, families with children in Scouts from Kindy to Year 12
can apply online for a $100 voucher per child per year to go towards
Membership Fees. The program will continue for the next four years. What a
great way to start the Scout year!
“Participation in Scouting leads to a lifelong love affair with the outdoors and an
active lifestyle. Many former Scouts continue to enjoy outdoor activities such as
bushwalking, canyoning, abseiling and canoeing. This program will support many
of our families across NSW and I am delighted that we will be an eligible
provider,” said Neville Tomkins OAM JP Scouts NSW Chief Commissioner”
“Scouting unlocks the inner adventure in young people and gets them outside to
explore fun, healthy activities. This voucher program will help reduce the
financial burden on families who want their children to enjoy the Scout
program,” said Scouts NSW CEO Andrew Smith AM
Scouts NSW is working closely with the Office of Sport on the most effective
way to implement the program and integrate it as seamlessly as possible so that
Scouts families can redeem their vouchers easily.
The NSW Government expects to finalise details of how the scheme will operate
by November and Scouts NSW will inform Groups as soon as that information
becomes available.
You can also find out more by visiting the NSW Government’s Active Kids
website www.sport.nsw.gov.au/activekids
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September 2017 (State Environment Month)
9-10/09/2017 State Section Meetings Pennant Hills
17/09/2017 Region Scout Youth Council CANCELLED
22-25/09/2017 Agoonoree on the Move Mt Kira CD: 01/09
(E1s can be found on North West website)
23-30/09/2017 Lones Weeklong Camp Canobolas, Orange CD: 25/08
(See North West Website)
23/09/17-08/10/17 School Holidays
October 2017 (Cubs Out & About - Joey out Exploring)
6-8/10/2017 Region Rally Kamilaroi CD: 22/09
(E1 & more details on North West website)
6-8/10/2017 Try Scouts Camp (Cubs 10Yrs only) Kamilaroi CD: 22/09
(E1 & more details on North West website)
7-8/10/2017 SUMMIT ’17 – GL/L-I-C Camp Kurrajong CD: ASAP
(Find details page 8 or email sent on 7/07/17 and 18/07/17)
13-15/10/2017 Cub Pack Holiday TBA
14/10/2017 McHappy Day See Local Group
(Register your group on state website if you wish to participate)
21-22/10/2017 JOTA/JOTI See Local Group
21-22/10/2017 Joey Scout Sleepover TBA
28-29/10/2017 Region Night Canoeing Kamilaroi CD 13/10
(E1 & details on North West website)
November 2017
3-5/11/2017 SUMMIT ’17 – GL/L-I-C Pennant Hills CD: ASAP
(Find details on page 8 or email 7/07/17 &18/07/17)
4-5/11/2017 Venturer Initiative Course Lynchwood CD: 23/10
5/11/2017 Joey & Cub Canoeing Day Lake Keepit CD: 24/10
18-19/11/2017 Canoeing/Kayaking Level 1&2 Kamilaroi CD: 20/10
(Venturer and up, L1 and payment to SHQ - see training calendar for course
requirements)
25-26/11/2017 1st
Narrabri West Raft Race Moree CD: TBA
December 2017
3/12/2017 Joey & Cub Canoeing Day Lake Inverell CD: 17/11
9-10/12/2017 Region Christmas Gathering TBA
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2017 STATE RALLY
On August 5th
, the North West Region had 24 scouts attend the New South Wales State Scout Rally at Glenfield
Scout camp with 185 Patrols from around the state taking part in the rally. North West Region sent four patrols
to the State Scout Rally, 1st
Narrabri West patrol came 1st
in region and 76th
in the state, Lones patrol, 2nd
in the
Region, 103rd
in the state, 1st
Moree patrol, 3rd
in region, 157th
in state, Inverell placed 4th
in the region and 159th
in
the state.
Over the weekend, the scouts had to compete in several activities and demonstrate their skills in first aid and
emergency response skills, navigation using a GPS in conjunction with a map and compass, safety and survival
skills, including leadership and teamwork skills.
SUMMIT ‘17
SUMMIT '17 is a professional development event for
Leaders who hold the responsibility of managing a
Group. It is a weekend dedicated to informing, enabling
and empowering Group Leaders and Leaders-In-Charge
so they are more confident and better able to address
growth targets through retention and recruitment.
It was decided that two separate events would be held so
that as many Group Leaders and Leaders-In-Charge are
able to attend.
1. Camp Kurrajong, Wagga Wagga, 7-8 of
October, Accommodation for the first 100
registrants. Camping space on the site.
2. Baden-Powell Scout Centre, Pennant Hills, 4-5
of November, Accommodation for 120.
Register and more information on,
http://www.nsw.scouts.com.au/latest-news/youre-invited-
to-summit-17-a-learning-and-teaming-experience-for-gls-
and-lics
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REGION OFFICE Postal address: Scouts Australia (NSW) – North West Region PO Box 353 TAMWORTH NSW 2340 Fax, Phone & answering machine: 02 67657700 Email: [email protected] Office hours: Monday—Friday 9am –12.00 noon
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See you in the next issue!
REGION TEAM
Region Commissioner Brett Grimmond 0417 441 499
Deputy Region Commissioner John Thompson 0403 070 400
Region Commissioner AT&D Mark Shepheard 0447 532 052
NW Training [email protected]
NW Youth Programs [email protected]
Scout Advisor Tom Kay 0427 921 661
Venturer Advisor Cameron Baxter 02 6722 1222
RC Member Support (DA) Ian Dun 02 6722 2694
Flat Gorge Rover Crew Jasmine Rothwell 0458 402 365
https://flatgorgerc.wixsite.com/flatgorgerovers
RL—Rover Advisor Brett Smith 0407 065 389
RL—S Duties—Promotion Rebecca Smith 0416 657 803
RL—Special Duties Chris McCurley 02 6765 3514
RL—Special Duties Darrell Whalley 02 6762 7887
RL—Special Duties Neil Bryan 0402 114 284
Disabilities Coordinator Ian Higgins 02 6732 3990
Office Manager Caroline Rothwell 02 6765 7700
Kalori Editor Elizabeth Rothwell
Kamilaroi Scout Camp
Camp Warden Ian Dun 02 6722 2694
[email protected] 0429 665 516
Booking Officer Julie Dun 02 6722 2694
Lynchwood Scout Camp 02 6767 1164
Camp Warden Ray Didlick 02 6761 8354
Booking Officer, Region Office 02 67657700
www.scoutsnorthwest.org
Online booking Officer Region Office 02 67657700
www.scoutsnorthwest.org
DISTRICTS & GROUPS Central Northern District
District Commissioner John Thompson 0403 070 400
1st Werris Creek Deb Durrant 02 6768 7428
Peel Valley Venturer Unit Caroline Rothwell 0413 528 629
Lones Group Darren Smith 0488 012 836
Lones Rover Crew Trevor Nickl 0408 025 672
Tamworth Hillvue Sharyn Landel 02 6765 4106
Tamworth Oxley Marnie Didlick 0438 818 465
Northern Plains District
District Commissioner Tom Kay 0427 921 661
1st Gunnedah IN RECESS
1st Moree Kylie Kerr 0427 709 188
1st Narrabri West Tom Kay 02 6792 2538
New England District
District Commissioner VACANT
1st Glen Innes Ian Higgins 0427 247 656
2nd Armidale Mark Shepheard 0447 532 052
Inverell Jonathan Cox 0418 463 206
Walarmura Venturer Unit Brett Grimmond 0417 441 499
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