The ONE PLANET Pro Deal program is designed to support

outdoor professionals and students who are actively involved in education, guiding or adventure activities. It offers exclusive access to discounted pricing on a wide range of gear. Get all the details and to apply in the ONSWACT member's portal.

Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area bush camps draft review of environmental factors is now on exhibition and seeking comment from the public. To improve accessibility for a multi-day and night walk in the park, a partnership with an external provider has been proposed to deliver an assisted option. This will provide opportunities for visitors who would like assistance with a multi-day experience. If you operate in the Gardens of Stone, go to the website for more information and how to have your say.

NPWS has provided an update on works at the Green Cape Lightstation precinct, confirming that Stage 1 refurbishment of the Green Cape Cottages—including internal upgrades and roof replacement— and remains on track for completion by mid-2026, subject to weather and construction conditions. Additional structural issues identified in the Head and Assistant Lightkeeper’s buildings are being addressed following specialist engineering assessments to ensure safety, protect the site’s heritage values and support the long-term success of the project. Planning is also advancing for Stage 2 services upgrades and landslip remediation, with archaeological investigations completed and heritage approvals underway. To enable these works, the cottages will remain closed for bookings in 2026, while the car park, lookout and surrounding walking tracks will stay open. In parallel, planning for the Lighthouse Reinstatement Project is well advanced, with works commenced and temporary closure of the Lighthouse before it reopens for Discovery Tours. NPWS will continue to provide updates and minimise disruption as these important heritage restoration works progress.

Apply for the new term of the NPWS Regional Advisory Committees. The recruitment for the new four-year term commences 1 July 2026 with applications must be submitted by 11.55pm on Monday 16 February 2026.

Applications can be made at I Work For NSW. The online form will take about 20 minutes to complete and you will be required to upload a CV. For more information visit the regional advisory committee webpage.

National Parks and Wildlife Service is seeking community input to shape recreational opportunities in the proposed Great Koala National Park on the NSW Mid North Coast.

An online survey is now open and complements ongoing wider consultation with community groups who have so far provided more than 300 responses on what matters most to them when they visit these areas.

The Have Your Say survey is open until Sunday 1 March 2026 and is available here: https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/great-koala-national-park.

Don’t forget to secure your spot for the 2026 Connect & Share and Happy Hour events! These are fantastic weekly online opportunities to network, collaborate, and celebrate with industry peers — and you won’t want to miss out. Head over to the registration page in your membership portal to grab the links and join any Friday you can: https://outdoors.kartra.com/page/2026IndustryEvents

Calling all trail bike riders! The Outdoors NSW & ACT Trail Bike Committee wants to hear from you. Our 2026 Trail Bike Riders Contribution to Community Survey is live: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026TrailBike

Your feedback will help shape priorities for 2026–2028 — including trail access, health & wellbeing outcomes, community connection and advocacy efforts. Trail bike riding isn’t just a hobby: it builds social connection, nature connection and mental wellbeing.

Tell us where you ride, what matters most to you, and what changes you want to see.

Inquiry into the provision, regulation, and pricing of modern insurance products for small businesses and not-for-profit and community organisations operating in Australia, including: access to insurance coverage, including public liability, professional indemnity, cyber threats, and business interruption; the affordability and availability of these insurance products across different regions and sectors; the adequacy of the current regulatory framework in addressing modern insurance challenges; and any related matters.

The committee invites individuals and organisations to send in their opinions and proposals in writing (submissions) by 6th March 2026. https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Joint/Corporations_and_Financial_Services/SmallBusinessInsurance 

ONSWACT will be providing a submission.

The Outdoor Industry MasterClass on 15–16 July 2026, an immersive professional development experience focused on the businesses within the outdoor industry. Through expert-led sessions, practical workshops and peer networking, the MasterClass empowers participants to grow their capacity and organisations results.

Following the MasterClass, the Outdoor Industry Awards on 16 July 2026 will celebrate and recognise outstanding achievement across the sector. This flagship awards program highlights excellence in outdoor education, recreation, adventure tourism and related fields, providing a platform for organisations and individuals to benchmark their impact and be acknowledged for their contribution to the industry’s growth and sustainability.

Rounding out the week, the Outdoor Learning Mini Conference on 17–18 July 2026 offers a dedicated forum for educators, facilitators and outdoor learning advocates to share ideas, deepen practice and explore evidence-based approaches for bringing learning into nature. The Mini Conference features practical sessions, panel discussions and opportunities for professional growth that are tailored to those working to integrate outdoor experiences into formal and informal educational settings. 

Together, these events create a vibrant and impactful week that supports career development, fosters community, and amplifies the value of outdoor engagement across NSW and the ACT.

The Outdoor Industry MasterClass on 15–16 July 2026, an immersive professional development experience focused on the businesses within the outdoor industry. Through expert-led sessions, practical workshops and peer networking, the MasterClass empowers participants to grow their capacity and organisations results.

Tickets will go on sale in March - partnership opportunities are open now!

Following the MasterClass, the Outdoor Industry Awards on 16 July 2026 will celebrate and recognise outstanding achievement across the sector. This flagship awards program highlights excellence in outdoor education, recreation, adventure tourism and related fields, providing a platform for organisations and individuals to benchmark their impact and be acknowledged for their contribution to the industry’s growth and sustainability.

Applications will open in February 2026

Partnership opportunities are open now.

The Outdoor Learning Mini Conference on 17–18 July 2026 offers a dedicated forum for educators, facilitators and outdoor learning advocates to share ideas, deepen practice and explore evidence-based approaches for bringing learning into nature. The Mini Conference features practical sessions, panel discussions and opportunities for professional growth that are tailored to those working to integrate outdoor experiences into formal and informal educational settings. This year it will be held on the Trinity Grammar School Outdoor Education Campus at Woollamia in Jervis Bay, NSW.