Creating safe, enriching environments for young people is at the heart of everything our outdoor, recreation, education, and nature-based tourism sectors do. As the NSW Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCG) explores expanding the Reportable Conduct Scheme  to include overnight camp providers, Outdoors NSW & ACT has lodged a formal submission outlining our sector’s position, priorities, and recommendations. Our message to government is clear:**We welcome stronger protections

The Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCG)  is seeking feedback from organisations that provide overnight camps for children, to help determine whether and how these providers should be included in the NSW Reportable Conduct Scheme (RCS) . This consultation is a vital opportunity for the outdoor and camp sector to shape how future regulation will apply to our operations. It follows the Statutory Review of the Children’s Guardian Act 2019 , which recommended that the OCG cons

The outdoor industry is realising its potential — and Outdoors NSW & ACT is leading the charge in connecting businesses, educators, and professionals who make it thrive. As we look to 2026, we’re inviting partners, suppliers, and supporters  to join us in shaping the future of outdoor recreation, education, and tourism across our region. Our 2026 Partnership Prospectus  is now available to potential partners — and it’s full of opportunities to elevate your brand, connect with

Outdoors NSW & ACT (ONSWACT) is proud to announce the awarding of Life Membership to Professor Tonia Gray, recognising her outstanding, decades-long contribution to outdoor learning, nature-based education, and the health and wellbeing of communities across NSW and the ACT. Professor Gray has been a tireless advocate, educator and researcher whose work has strengthened the evidence base for outdoor and experiential learning, advanced inclusive practice and leadership, and ins

Outdoors NSW & ACT has marked another milestone year at its Annual General Meeting held on 27 October 2025 , celebrating sector achievements, welcoming new leaders, and honouring one of its most respected champions with life membership. The event featured Adam Berry, Deputy Secretary of the NSW Office of Sport , who addressed attendees on the continued importance of collaboration between government and the outdoor sector in shaping healthy, resilient communities. His remarks

In a major step for the outdoor industry, Outdoor Adventure Leaders / Guides  have been included in the latest release of the Jobs & Skills Australia (JSA) Occupation Shortage List . This inclusion marks a turning point — validating long-standing efforts to recognise the shortages and elevate the role of outdoor education, adventure tourism and recreation and legitimise it as a vital profession. Here’s what this means, why it matters, and what the future might hold. For many

Outdoors NSW & ACT (ONSWACT) lodged a formal submission to the ACT Legislative Assembly’s Inquiry into Barriers and Opportunities for...

The world of outdoor recreation in Australia is evolving—and to keep pace, our training and qualifications must evolve too. Enter the...

The outdoor industry is at a crossroads. Across New South Wales, the ACT, and nationally, demand for outdoor leaders, guides, and...