30 April 2024
Outdoor News
This monthly newsletter is shared with the broader outdoor industry, members and non-members of Outdoor NSW & ACT in the Outdoor Industry. To receive more regular and informative news, become a member today.
From the CEO's Desk
This past month has been particularly engaging and fruitful as I had the privilege of attending the Outdoor Health Forum in Tasmania. The insights gained there are steering our course towards healthier, more inclusive outdoor activities that resonate with our community's needs. The future of our industry is embodied in the health outcomes we provide, as the community needs rise.
In our ongoing commitment to enhance the professional landscape of the outdoor industry, I represented our interests at the Humanability Industry Reference Committee. Similarly, my participation in the Service & Creative Skills Australia (SaCSA) Industry Reference Committee meeting allowed us to review and refine the workforce plan concerning the tourism sector of our industry. It’s clear that our concerted efforts are paving the way for promising developments.
Amid these discussions on workforce development, I also took the opportunity to engage with the future of our industry, speaking at several schools about the myriad of opportunities the outdoors holds for career seekers. It’s inspiring to see the enthusiasm and curiosity among the students as we explore the potential paths in outdoor careers.
April also marked the delightful opening of the Forest Playground in Galston, a first for the eastern seaboard of Australia, and providing essential information for our members. Providing guidance on psychosocial hazards in the workplace was a key topic this month, ensuring that our members are equipped to offer safe and enriching experiences.
I’ve also had some enriching sessions with our members this month. I encourage those who haven't yet scheduled their annual strategy or support sessions to reach out. It’s your needs that help us shape our services and initiatives and everyone gets something different from their sessions with us.
Lastly, we have an array of exciting events lined up for you this year. Make sure to read more below for all the information you need.
Thank you for your continued involvement in the Outdoor Industry. Let’s make the most of the great outdoor industry together!
Lori Modde
CEO, Outdoors NSW & ACT Limited &
The Australian Outdoor Industry
OUTDOOR LEARNING EVENT - tickets available
Outdoors NSW & ACT invites all outdoor educators, carers and facilitators to attend the Outdoor Learning Mini-Conference at
THE NATURE SCHOOL,
PORT MACQUARIE, NSW
20th July 2024
8:30am - 4:00pm
Only $150pp
NSW TOURISM AWARDS OPEN FOR NOMINATIONS
If you have a tourism experience, think about entering the NSW tourism awards this year, which will not only help to develop your thinking about your business but benchmark yourself in the industry. If you win GOLD at these awards you are automatically progressed to the Australian Tourism Awards as a finalist.
ROPING SKILLS REFRESHER - ONLY 2 TICKETS LEFT
ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT
Need to refresh your roping skills? Well, this is the event for you. A whole day on the 'rock' with Blue Mountains Climbing School at a reduced rate will give you the refresher you need PLUS one-year subscriber membership with ONSWACT for free. For more information go to https://outdoors.kartra.com/page/PDSessions
YOUTH OCEAN CARNIVAL 5th June 2024
Youth Ocean Carnival SYD24 (YOC SYD24) celebrates World Ocean Day at Luna Park “Big Top” on the 5th June 2024
A FREE event for students Yr 7-11 FROM 9AM - 2PM that is created to champion youth-led leadership in ocean and nature conservation with schools. Students will have access to a hub of dynamic ‘thought leaders’, artists, athletes and scientists.
Through our ‘Four Key Nature Pillars’, the event will introduce them to the United Nations 30x30 Goal. It targets protecting and restoring 30% of land and ocean by 2030.
Go to youthoceancarrnival.com or view on Instagram @youthoceancarnival
NATCORR WORKSHOPS August 2024
Join NATCORR's immersive incident response workshop that will equip you with the knowledge and skills to navigate high-stress situations with confidence and expertise. Presenter: Dr Clare Dallat from Risk Resolve with support from Natcorr team members who are seasoned outdoor educators, and managers of risk and safety.
- Melbourne Friday August 16
- Adelaide Monday August 19
- Sydney Tuesday August 20
- Hobart Wednesday August 21
https://events.humanitix.com/natcorr-incident-response-workshop
SAVE THE DATE
Back Country Summit 14 Oct
The Snow Guidance Note is currently being turned into a Discussion Paper for use by the industry in Winter 2024. We invite all back country operators to be part of a Summit on 14 October, to discuss the application of its contents and amendements required should it become a Good Practice Guide associated with the AAAS. It will be held online and open to all stakeholders in the Alpine areas of NSW, ACT, VIC & TAS. More information coming soon.
MTB SYMPOSIUM 25/26 October 2024
We are very excited to announce the MTB Symposium will take place in Merimbula NSW, 25/26 October 2024!
EOIs to present at this event are now open with tickets going on sale in May 2024. Apply to present or to receive regular updates go to https://outdoors.kartra.com/page/mtbsymposium
NOEC 2024 TICKETS NOW ON SALE
The National Outdoor Education Conference is being held in Gippsland, Victoria on 4-6 December 2024.
Tickets now on sale.
https://www.outdoorsvictoria.org.au/news-events/noec-2024
CHILD SAFE CORNER
Child Safe Standards in NSW have been a legal requirement since 2022. Audits are commencing across organisations for their compliance in relation to the Child Safe Standards, so if you want to ensure you comply, reach out to Child Safety Network, Jon Sleeman, Director/Senior Investigator
Email: jsconsulting14@bigpond.com
Phone: 0409 002 598
CONCERNED ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE?
If you are wanting to support the Outdoor Industry through Climate Change, join the ONSWACT Climate Change Committee where we are looking at ways we can better be prepared and adapt to climate change. EOIs to join the committee are open now.
Membership Options
for non-members
You can now pay by the month for your membership to help with cash flow and if you are not a member yet, you can commence a 7-day trial period and access the membership portal before paying to join. This enables you to see if you can benefit from your Outdoors NSW & ACT Membership.
20 JULY 2024
Outdoor Learning Mini Conference 2024
An initiative of the Outdoor Education Committee and supported by the Nature Play Committee, this day provides a knowledge-sharing environment for getting more kids outdoors more often. Held at The Nature School, Port Macquarie. Only $150pp
Strategic Partner
What happened in April?
Workforce issues were a feature of this month with presentations at schools about Outdoor Careers and participation in the two Jobs and Skills Council meetings for our industry. Humanability covers the sport and recreation sector, while Service & Creative Skills Australia covers the tourism sector. Both are working towards filling the gaps and ensuring we conquer our workforce issues by providing access to more skilled and suitable staff for our industry. As these organisations transition into their workforce plans, further updates will be provided to members. Supporting the Outdoor Health Forum in Tasmania was also important for Outdoors NSW & ACT as we helped some of the small businesses navigate the challenges of business today.
More Important News
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MTB Symposium 2024
The MTB Symposium is an initiative of the Outdoors NSW & ACT MTB Committee to bring to the surface the challenges and opportunities that MTB provides and to instigate the conversations that ensure MTB is a sustainable activity and continues to grow for its participants and stakeholders. Attendees will be local councils, MTB clubs, state government, commercial trail parks, trainers, trail builders and retail / wholesale providers of equipment.
EOI to present are open now at https://outdoors.kartra.com/page/MTBSymposium
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Adventurous Journeys
The Duke of Edinburgh International Award requires its participants to progress to achieve Bronze, Silver & Gold levels. As part of the opportunity for schools and individuals is to connect with adventurous journey providers. Outdoors NSW & ACT hosts a page specific to those members who offer this service. Click here to view our website
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Outdoor Industry MasterClass
ONLY 10 TICKETS LEFT
With thanks to Destination NSW, the MasterClass is confirmed for Port Macquarie, NSW, from 18-19 July, followed by an Outdoor Learning Mini Conference on 20 July. The MasterClass is ideally suited for middle to senior management in the Outdoor Industry. You will be taken through all the key areas that organisations need to review and manage in today's world. Also a great opportunity to collaborate with like minds and work 'on your organisational', instead of 'in your organisation'.
More information can be found at https://outdoors.kartra.com/page/2024MasterClass
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Outdoors NSW & ACT Strategic Plan
The Board and Executive are currently working on the Outdoors NSW & ACT Strategic Plan as the current one ends this year. We hope to gain member's feedback on our plan in coming weeks. The plan aims to stretch the growth of the industry in key areas whilst still supporting our members and their needs.
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Resources for members
Everything you need to know about the psychosocial hazards, new IR laws, legislation that impacts our industry and more are available on the member's portal. Members can login into the membership portal to access over 350 different resources available for your use. We add to this portal every week with content.
You can also search for all the topics presented at the Connect & Share forums last year. Members can access it via this link:
https://outdoors.kartra.com/portal/login/index.
Or non-members can join us here and you will get immediate access to the portal:
The Youth Ocean Carnival
5TH JUNE 2024 | YRS 7-11 | 9 AM – 2:30 PM
A FREE event for students in Yrs 7-11 that was created to champion youth-led leadership in ocean and nature conservation with schools. Students will have access to a hub of dynamic ‘thought leaders’, artists, athletes and scientists. An event not to be missed, book your school in today!
REMINDER High Ropes Compliance
As per our Connect & Share with SafeWork NSW on 8th March, there are a few key requirements for owners of challenge and ropes courses that need attention to be compliant. Every course needs to be registered for its 'design', but not every course needs to be registered as an 'item'. Here is a summary of what was discussed with key links for ease of access. Members can watch back this episode in their membership portal.
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Outdoor Careers Promotions
ONSWACT Members are invited to take part in the many expo's / careers days where we are showcasing the Outdoors to potential career entrants.
ALL options are FREE to ONSWACT Members, just let us know which ones you would like to come along too.
Email us at contact@outdoorsnswact.com.au
SYDNEY CAREERS EXPO
August 2024
GOULBURN DISTRICT CAREERS EXPO NSW
22 May 2024
Albury, Bowral, Orange & Tamworth
MAY / JUNE
Gosford, Newcastle, Port Macquarie & Byron Bay JUNE
SAVE THE DATE
ECO TOURISM SUMMIT
There is just over 3 weeks left to register for Ecotourism Australia’s Global Sustainable Tourism Summit on 4 – 6 June in Brisbane!
As the peak body for ecotourism and sustainable tourism in Australia, this event will bring together more than 50 expert international, Pacific region and Australian speakers representing sustainable tourism operators, industry sectors and destinations that are delivering on world’s best practice in sustainability.
Exploring the challenges, issues and opportunities for the growing sector, topics range from ecotourism legacy leaders, destination management, social impact tourism, the future of wildlife tourism and engaging with Indigenous stakeholders.
Join us for an unforgettable experience that will empower you to become a more sustainability-focused tourism professional or business, and connect with like minded individuals.
Registrations must close 28 May – register today!
To register go to https://www.ecotourism.org.au/conference
FRIDAY
CONNECT & SHARE FORUMS
Open to only members or subscribers of Outdoors NSW & ACT, every week at 10am, keep up to date with all you need to know as well as hear from guest speakers on various topics of interest for the outdoor industry.
FRIDAY
HAPPY HOUR
CHATS
Open to anyone in the industry to connect and debrief the week that was, brainstorm ideas, download on challenging situations or just simply connect with like minds across the industry.
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