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Scouts Australia NSW Annual Review 2017/18
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2 April Australian Scout Medallion Awards Presentation
14-17 April Dragon Skin
Apr
2017
14-17 April 74th New Zealand Rover Moot
23 April St George’s Day Service
5-7 May Scout Hike
May
3 June Branch Rover Ball
Jun
Notice of Annual General
9-15 July Air Venture Flying Camp
Meeting
Baden-Powell Scout Centre, Pennant Hills
Jul
Saturday 14 July 2018
25 July – 2 August 15th World Scout Moot – Iceland
1 August World Scout Day The Annual General Meeting will convene on
4-6 August State Rally Saturday 14 July 2018 at the Baden-Powell
5 August Queen’s Scout and Baden-Powell Scout Centre. The presentation of the Annual
Scout Awards Presentation
Aug Review and the announcement of office
13 August Australian Scout Medallion
Awards Presentation bearers will take place at this meeting.
Sep
29 September – 2 October Branch Rover Moot
22-25 September Agoonoree
Oct
21-22 October 60th World Scout JOTA/21st JOTI
November Cub Scouts Out and About Month
November Joey Scouts Out Exploring
4-5 November Riverina Scouts Air Activities Weekend
Nov
Dec
31 December Lord Mayor’s Picnic
2-13 January 17th Australian Venture
2018
Jan
17-21 January Hunter and Coastal Corroboree
21-27 January Air Venture Flying Camp
26-28 January Vertigo 2018
Feb
22 February Founder’s Day
3 March Queen’s Scout and Baden-Powell Scout Awards Presentation
4 March Clean Up Australia Day
11 March Australian Scout Medallion Awards Presentation
Mar
21 March Harmony Day
30 March-2 April Dragon Skin
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The Scout Law
BE RESPECTFUL Mission of Scouts
Be friendly and considerate Scouts Australia NSW engages and inspires
Care for others and the environment young Australians to develop confidence,
resilience and leadership.
DO WHAT IS RIGHT
Be trustworthy, honest and fair The mission of Scouting is to contribute to the
education of young people, through a value
Use resources wisely
system based on the Scout Promise and Law, to
BELIEVE IN MYSELF help build a better world where people are self-
Learn from my experiences fulfilled as individuals and play a constructive
Face challenges with courage role in society.
The Scout Promise We achieve this by:
On my honour, »» Involving young people throughout their
I promise to do my best, formative years in a non-formal educational
To be true to my spiritual beliefs, process
To contribute to my community »» Using a specific method that makes each
And to our world, individual the principal agent in their own
To help other people, development as a self-reliant, supportive,
And to live by the Scout Law. responsible and committed person
OR »» Assisting them to establish a value system
On my honour, based on spiritual, social, and personal
I promise that I will do my best, principles as expressed through the Scout
To do my duty to my God, Promise and Law.
And to the Queen of Australia,
To help other people,
And to live by the Scout Law.
A Message From The Chief Commissioner..........................3 Activity Centres.................................................................25
A Message From The Chief Commissioner......................... 5 Awards In Scouting...........................................................27
A Message From The Chair..................................................7
People In Scouting........................................................... 29
A Message From The Chief Executive Officer...................... 9
Chief Commissioner's Team.............................................30
Celebrating 2017-2018...................................................... 11
Highlights...................................................................................... 12 Thanks And Acknowledgements....................................... 31
Financial Report................................................................23 Membership Snapshot...................................................... 33
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A MESSAGE FROM THE
CHIEF COMMISSIONER
We’re also pleased to retain many aspects of Scouting that
we don’t need to change. Learning bushcraft, survival
skills, camping, navigation and community support are all
core elements of our program, and will always be part of
Scouting.
Strategic Priorities
When I was appointed Chief Commissioner in August 2016, I
shared with the Board my view that arresting the decline in
membership would be our single biggest challenge. I set out
our strategic priorities, in which membership growth was
my top priority.
There is now clear evidence that we have turned around
the last few years’ performance and I am confident that if
we can nurture the growth we’ve experienced in the year,
we will be well positioned for the future. For the 12 months
to 31 March 2018, I am delighted to report a 5% growth in
youth membership, and a 4% growth in overall membership
across Scouts NSW. Our challenge now is to attract and
This year, we are celebrating the 110th anniversary of retain more leaders.
Scouting in Australia.
There is a strong sense of momentum around the State,
Lord Baden-Powell founded the Movement in England in as we introduce a wave of new opportunities to meet our
1907, and just one year later it had spread to Australia. It’s strategic priorities, focusing on building trust, active youth
amazing to reflect that over a billion young people have engagement and fostering a positive, enabling culture. We
experienced Scouting across the globe in that time. It is the are lifting our presence and increasing our relevance across
largest and longest running youth development organisation NSW.
in the world.
I have travelled extensively around the State, meeting
The contribution of every one of our members has a thousands of Scouts and adult volunteers, seeking feedback
remarkable and positive impact on the lives of young people from all members across country and city groups, about
right across our vast State. the changes we have made this year to keep us relevant,
inclusive and attractive. These changes include the launch
Scouts NSW is growing, becoming more inclusive and more
of the new Australian Scout Promise and Australian Scout
diverse and our program is increasingly relevant to the
Law, improvements to our leadership and youth training
challenges facing young people in today’s society. I’m proud
curriculums, dedicated courses addressing bullying, child
of the work delivered by Scouting volunteers to help young
protection and safety, and the start of the most significant
members develop confidence, resilience and leadership to
shift to our youth program in over 20 years.
more confidently manage the uncertainty of future work
trends, the social impact of digital disruption and the low
Leadership Team
levels of housing affordability across our major cities.
These significant achievements have been enabled by my
Through our program, members learn that giving back to
outstanding team of Deputy Chief Commissioners, State
their community can change people’s lives for the better.
Commissioners, Region Commissioners and State and
Our organisation is making good progress by listening to Region Professional Staff, supported of course by our Board
the voices of our members and empowering young people to of Directors. Together, we have demonstrated the power of
decide, design and determine the shape and future of Scouts. “One State, One Team - a United Team”.
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In particular, I would like to record my personal thanks to the
Board Chairman, Kerry McGoldrick, all the Board Directors,
and our CEO, Andrew Smith AM, for their tremendous support,
as we work together to revitalise Scouting across NSW.
All our State and Region Commissioners are volunteers,
including me. I’m proud of the positive approach, energy, and
commitment to membership growth they reinforce in their
roles. They’ve been working hard, alongside our State and
Region Office team, to better represent and reflect the Scouting
values and behaviours we need for today and for tomorrow.
However this team is only as good as our heroic front-line
volunteers who deliver the Scouting program in their local
Groups each week. It is the successful delivery of our program
that showcases our organisation to members, year in, year out.
I was therefore delighted to help launch a dedicated
professional development event for our Group Leaders held
at both Wagga Wagga and Pennant Hills, at the end of last
year. Called SUMMIT ’17, the event was designed to provide
development and networking opportunities for this front-line
cohort and offer them contextual information, training and
peer-to-peer skills development. It was supported by The Hon.
Michael Baden-Powell, grandson of our Founder, who offered
his encouragement and conviction about the inherent value
of Scouting as an important youth organisation for the next
century.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE
CHIEF COMMISSIONER
Community Benefits and Support
The contribution from our members has a remarkable and
positive impact on the lives of young people across NSW.
We estimate the economic benefit to our local communities
through Scouting is more than $10 million each year.
This year, Scouts NSW has been fortunate to be the
recipient of significant donations from philanthropists and
organisations seeking opportunities to enable more young
people to participate in our organisation and benefit from
the activities and training we impart.
I was also delighted to launch the Dr John Mitchell Trust
In February, I announced a three-year Young Leader
Fund for Country Scouting, acknowledging the benefits our
Development Program, supported by significant donations
organisation can offer young people from country areas. We
from Mrs Sally White OAM and Mr John Fairfax AO. Our
do not want a lack of funds to prevent country youth from
goal is to have 200 young leaders graduate from this
participating in our program, and thanks to the generosity
program over the first two years. It is an exciting initiative
of Dr Mitchell OAM, we hope to expand our activities into
and reinforces the quality of leadership skills and training
new parts of the State over the coming years.
embedded into our existing Scouting program.
A core element of our strategic vision for Scouts is to reach
out to those less privileged than ourselves. Earlier in the
year, we launched the Scouting for Refugees initiative,
supported by a contribution from the Crescent Foundation.
We also received funding from the NSW Government to
support our Muslim Scouts and refugees, alongside other
similar initiatives, placing Scouts firmly at the heart of our
nation’s desire to create diverse and inclusive communities.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive organisation.
Yet there are thousands of children across NSW who cannot
afford to join Scouting or participate fully in our program.
Arguably, it is these young people who have the most to gain
from Scouts. It is for this reason that I established earlier
this year the Family Support Fund to help children and
youth from financially disadvantaged families. The Royal
Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution has helped us to initiate
the Fund which will assist with the cost of purchasing a
Scout uniform, paying membership fees, or helping towards
the cost of outdoor activities such as camping, bushwalking
or rock climbing. The Family Support Fund is run wholly for
the benefit of successful applicants.
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Our Positive Future
Scouts NSW draws on a rich legacy of Scouting values and
beliefs that help define our program and enable it to evolve
and remain relevant for each new generation.
It is an exciting time for us, as we look forward to the
full launch of our New Youth Program, based on the
fundamentals of Scouting and designed to meet the needs of
young people in 21st century Australia.
It promises to be a fun, challenging, adventurous and
inclusive youth program, which has been informed
by extensive research and consultation, driven by the
perspectives of young people across the country. The new
program is currently being piloted across various Groups.
We have so much to look forward to, and I’m confident that
the enthusiasm I see from the young people and Leaders who
participate in our program will hold us in good stead for the
future.
It’s a great time to be a member of Scouts! It’s a great time to
be a member of Scouts NSW!
Neville Tomkins OAM JP, Chief Commissioner
Andrew Lock named as Scouts NSW
Ambassador
In February, Chief Commissioner of Scouts NSW
Neville Tomkins OAM JP appointed Australia’s most
accomplished high-altitude mountaineer, Andrew
Lock, as the Ambassador of Scouts NSW. Andrew will
work closely with the Chief Commissioner during his
appointment to raise awareness of Scouting across NSW
and attend a series of Scouting events.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR
our intent lines up with what we do. It means that
our strategy is appropriately resourced and we hold
ourselves accountable for achieving it. It means that we
are prepared to take measured risks, recognising that
our biggest risk is “staying the course” and not changing
at all. It means that our culture and behaviours are
consistent with our values. That words match actions.
»» Focus: With so much going on, but finite time and
resources, we must ensure we spend our time on the
things that matter most. It means clearly understanding
our strategic priorities and being disciplined in what we
do, and do not do.
Areas of Board Focus
I would like to share with you some of the key areas of focus
by the Board during the course of the last twelve months.
Child Safety
Our priority continues to be safeguarding the wellbeing of all
We are in the course of an incredibly important period of children and young adults who participate in Scouting.
transformation for Scouts NSW. To achieve sustainable growth
we must deliver on our strategic agenda, the cornerstone of The Board remains committed to the ongoing development
which is the Chief Commissioner’s strategic priorities. of the organisation’s Child Safe framework and ensuring
appropriate governance that reflects the elements and
Critical Success Factors principles of a Child Safe organisation. We continue to work
closely with external agencies such as the Office of the
The critical success factors I have previously spoken of
Children’s Guardian, the Office of the NSW Advocate for
remain highly relevant for us as a Branch. To recap, the four
Children and Young People, and the NSW Ombudsman. The
factors are:
Chief Executive’s message provides additional information
»» Unity: This is embodied by the Chief Commissioner’s on the initiatives underway to enhance Child Safety and on
message of “One State, One Team – A United Team”. In restorative engagement with survivors of historic sexual
a large organisation like Scouts NSW, as we work our way abuse.
through many changes, challenges and opportunities,
Kerryn Boland, former NSW Children’s Guardian, was elected
there will always be different points of view. Indeed,
to the Board as a Non-Executive Director in July 2017. Kerryn
bringing different perspectives to the table is valuable
has brought invaluable experience and expertise to the Board
and helps better decisions to be made. It’s the benefit
and I thank her for her important contribution.
of being genuinely diverse and inclusive. It does mean
though we won’t always agree on the best way forward.
Governance
Being a united team means we recognise and respect this
reality and that we remain focused on what is in the best The Board regularly assesses it performance and its
interests of our Branch as a whole. practices having regard to the Good Governance Principles
and Guidance for Not-for-Profit Organisations published
»» Governance: Good governance underpins the success of
by the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
our organisation. It means we run ourselves well – at all
levels of Scouting. It means we understand our roles and The Board has continued to spend substantial time
responsibilities and are accountable for our performance considering the skills requirements of the Directors together
and behaviours. with specific experience desired in the composition of the
»» Alignment: Being aligned means that, as a Branch, Board to address current and future organisational needs
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and to successfully deliver on our strategic agenda. This is a Team has commenced work on the next three-year Strategic
skills-led approach to succession planning and is an important Plan (2019 – 2021), designed to provide direction, focus and
responsibility of all Boards. The Board re-established the accountability as we navigate our way through a period of
Nominations Committee in order to assist the Board with its significant transformational change.
succession planning.
Property Strategy
As well, the Board initiated a range of governance related
projects including an end-to-end review and update of all Important work is underway to develop a coherent State
Board Committee charters, approval of a new WHS Policy Property Strategy that supports the current and future needs
and Framework, and approval of a prioritised three-year of our organisation. The strategy will inform important
program of work for review of the Scouts NSW Constitution. decisions needed to address the opportunities, risks and costs
This approach to constitutional reform ensures that progress associated with our current property portfolio and particularly
is undertaken at a pace that strategically aligns with, and to support Scouting in new and high population growth
supports, the wider program of transformation occurring areas of NSW. Related work includes revision of policies and
throughout the Association at this time. procedures, identification of a suitable property information
Engagement system and development of an assessment regime to confirm
compliance with our various legislative and regulatory
The Board’s twice-yearly planning weekends were held at obligations.
Glenrock in October 2017 and Mt Keira in February 2018. These
are important opportunities for the Directors to spend time Acknowledgments
on strategic issues and to engage with members of the Senior
On the behalf of the Board, I would like to firstly thank our
Leadership Team. Members of the Board also attend the Chief
Chief Commissioner for his ongoing commitment to the
Commissioner’s Council, Region Annual Report Presentations
role and to the leadership he has shown in repositioning
and Region Executive meetings in order to listen to and share
information with a wide group of Scouting stakeholders. These Scouting in NSW. I also wish to acknowledge the significant
activities all form part of the Board’s objective to continue to contribution and leadership of our CEO who continues to make
improve communication, transparency and unity. a very positive impact. My thanks also to the extended Senior
Leadership Team, comprised by the Region Commissioners,
Looking Forward Deputy Chief Commissioners and State Office Managers.
There are many important areas of change ahead of us in the
May I also acknowledge the dedicated efforts of the Chairs and
coming twelve months, including the New Youth Program led
members of the various committees of the Board and the many
by the Chief Commissioner and the transformation program
led by the CEO. Three other key areas are commencement of who provide invaluable advice to the Board on an honorary
the National Redress Scheme, refresh of our Strategic Plan, and basis.
development of a State Property Strategy.
I also wish to make special mention of, and thank, our Branch
National Redress Scheme President The Right Honourable Ian Sinclair AC, and our
Branch Vice President John Price, for their wonderful support
The National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual
of Scouting in NSW.
Abuse will commence on 1 July 2018. A new National Office for
Child Safety is also being established. Scouts NSW has formally To the thousands of Leaders who inspire our youth members,
opted-in to the National Redress Scheme. We are committed to and to the staff at our State and Region Offices and Activity
ensuring that all survivors of child sexual abuse have access to Centres who support Scouting in NSW, thank you.
the Redress Scheme and that their experience of this process
is restorative and responds to the complexity of their needs. Finally, to my fellow Directors on the Board, I warmly thank
Our priority will continue to be on ensuring the safety and you for your guidance, hard work and support, as well as the
wellbeing of all children and young adults. time you have given to Scouting in NSW over the past twelve
months.
Strategic Plan
Kerry McGoldrick, Chair of the Board of Directors
With the current Strategic Plan concluding at the close of
2018, the Chief Commissioner and the Senior Leadership
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A MESSAGE FROM THE
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
and a project lifecycle has been implemented. It is available
on the Scouts NSW website to view and has improved
the project management discipline associated with our
transformation initiatives.
The program of work contains approximately 50
candidate projects with 20 approved and underway.
Some highlights are:
»» Active Kids Rebate
Program – The NSW
Active Kids Rebate
Program provides $100
per school aged child for
participation in eligible
activities. We were
successful in having
Scouts NSW recognised
as an eligible provider and at 31 March 2018, over 4000
vouchers have been claimed with Scouts NSW. An
automated data exchange was established with Service
The appointment of key personnel in the second half of 2017 NSW to facilitate efficient redemption and payment.
has significant enhanced the organisational capabilities of »» CareMonkey Rollout for Groups – CareMonkey provides
the State Office. We welcomed Mark Katz (Chief Financial a mobile device friendly application for management of
Officer), Jane Siebum (Head of Business Transformation), member medical information and event management.
Jay Mendoza (Commercial Manager) and Tracey Perrin At 31 March 2018, 50% of Scout Groups had migrated
(Head of Risk). Our enhanced team is helping us become to CareMonkey with implementation continuing in all
more customer-centric, agile and responsive to the business Regions. Work is underway to pursue an online payment
needs of Scouts NSW. capability to work with CareMonkey.
Making the Business of Scouting Smarter
A significant transformation program was initiated in
2017 with support from the Board and Commissioners,
and excellent progress has been made across a number of
domains. All projects under the transformation program are
linked to the Strategic Plan and seek to generate one or more
»» Family Support Fund – The Scout NSW Family Support
of the following benefits:
Fund has been established to assist vulnerable families with
financial support for Scout membership and activities.
Increase Customer Satisfaction Reduce Administration
for our Members for our Leaders
Increase Scouts NSW
Reduce Cost
Membership
Increase Revenue Reduce Risk
A Program Office was established and with approval of the
Chief Commissioner and myself a governance framework
9»» Finance System Replacement – Xero is a cloud based
financial accounting software product that replaced our
previous dated software. Implemented on 1 April 2018, it
will provide a platform for a range of improvements to
financial management in Scouts NSW.
»» Privacy and Data Security - Legislation introduced in
February 2018 increases the obligations of organisations
in relation to privacy and data security. Several work
streams were progressed during the year in preparation
for the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme including policies,
procedures and response plans and methodologies for
the audit of technology in use within Scouts NSW for
compliance.
»» Scouts NSW Website – a refreshed website was also
implemented.
Restorative Engagement
Our engagement with survivors of historic sexual abuse
has been a major focus during the year with the excellent
support from our Research Officer, Tracey Hansford. All
survivors that we aware of and can be contacted have
received a letter from Scouts NSW offering restorative commissioned by us into our Child Safety arrangements and
engagement and a genuine and personal apology from the undertaken by the Australian Childhood Foundation, the
Chief Commissioner and myself on behalf of the Association. establishment of an online reporting facility, introduction
of protocols for Child Safe Messaging for Scouting events
The Chief Commissioner and I have met with a number of
and the launch of a Child Safe Advocates program to support
survivors who accepted our invitation to meet with us and to
young people attending activities and events utilising
share their story and receive an apology. We have also been
recently completed eLearning tools developed by the NSW
proactive with offering support to survivors through counselling
Government Office of the Children’s Guardian.
services and settling monetary claims where possible so as not
to cause any additional distress as we await the commencement Scouts NSW demonstrated its level of commitment to health
of the National Redress Scheme in July 2018. and safety by initiating an expanded network of professional
employed and volunteer resources. Initiatives executed this
Neville Tomkins, in his capacity as National Commissioner
year include monthly reporting of incident statistics to the
Redress has worked tirelessly with representatives from
Board, an inaugural 2017 WHS summary report to all senior
all Scouts Australia Branches, Commonwealth and State
leaders, and development of key WHS procedures. The
Governments and our major insurers in relation to the
Scouting community has responded with an elevated interest
Redress Scheme. Consequently Scouts NSW is well informed
in reporting incidents with a view to continually improve
regarding the Scheme and following Board approval I have
safety and compliance outcomes for adults and youth. Plans
formally confirmed our participation in the Scheme with the
are in place to continue with health and safety improvement
Commonwealth Government.
throughout the coming year.
Safety in Scouting I would like to thank the Chair and the Board of Directors, the
We remain unyielding in our commitment to child safety. Chief Commissioner and his State Leadership Team and the
Numerous initiatives are underway to enhance Child Safety dedicated State Office staff for their support over the past year.
under the leadership of Elaine Heaney (Child Protection
Officer). These included completion of an independent audit Andrew Smith AM, Chief Executive Officer
10CELEBRATING 2017-2018
Scouts NSW has a lot to celebrate in 2018! This year, we’re
marking two signifcant milestones: 110 Years of Scouting in
Australia and 100 Years of Rover Scouts worldwide. Every
week, over 14,000 young people across NSW are involved in
Scouting activities. We’re proud to be part of one of the most
enduring and successful youth organisations in the world,
which has over 28 million members around the globe.
Taking the Lead is the theme for this year’s Annual
Review. It showcases the accomplishments of some of our
tremendous young people who have stepped up and done
great things through Scouts in the last year. It highlights
the way in which these young people have taken ownership
of their Scouting development and journey, and with the
support, guidance and mentorship of their Adult Leaders,
have created learning opportunities and turned these into
meaningful experiences. We celebrate these young people
who embody one of the fundamental elements from The
Adventure Begins - ‘Youth Leading, Adult Supporting’.
It also celebrates a growth in youth and adult membership
in NSW, with our total membership sitting at a seven year
high. This membership growth reflects the work being done
at all levels to recruit more youth members and adult leaders
into Scouting, and ensure our program is one that continues
to provide enjoyable and beneficial experiences for both
youth and adult members.
It is truly a great time to be a Scout in NSW!
206
Fellowship
5,269 14,069
Cub Scouts
Total Youth
1,184
Joey Scouts
4,548
Total Adults
5,370 1,551
Scouts Venturer Scouts
695
Rovers
3,817
Leaders
(Includes Rovers
who are Leaders)
357 18,617
Grand Total
(Excludes Rovers
Region
139
who are Leaders)
Leaders
District
Leaders
29
Group
Advisers
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Congratulations to the young people from Scouts NSW who Australian Scout Medallion
have earned the top level awards in their section.
Hornsby RSL Club 13 August 2017
Queen’s Scout and Baden-Powell The Chief Commissioner presented the Australian Scout
Scout Awards Medallion to 35 Scouts at the 26th Australian Scout Medallion
ceremony.
His Excellency General The Honourable David Hurley AC
DSC (Ret’d) Governor and Chief Scout of New South Wales Luna Park Sydney 11 March 2018
presented the Queen’s Scout and Baden-Powell Scout The Chief Commissioner presented the Australian Scout
Awards. Medallion to 30 Scouts at the 27th Australian Scout Medallion
Government House, Sydney 5 August 2017 ceremony.
132 Queen’s Scout Awards – 36
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Government House, Sydney 3 March 2018
133 Queen’s Scout Awards – 47
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129th Baden-Powell Scout Awards – 4
Name: Cayla
Section: Joey Scouts
Group: 1 Camden Scout Group
st
I enjoy going to Scouts because: It’s fun.
Being a Scout has enabled me to: Help other people.
My greatest Scouting achievement in 2017 was:
Joey Scout Promise Challenge.
Scouts has taught me to: Have fun.
In 2018, I am looking forward to: Being in Cubs and
having a lot of new adventures.
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1st North Sydney take on the Krazy
Kosci Klimb
Mt Kosciuszko 17 February 2018
In February, six Scouts from 1st North Sydney Scout
The Adventure Begins
Group participated in the Krazy Kosci Climb, hiking up Mt
The Adventure Begins launched in 2018 as a Section challenge
Kosciuszko to raise funds for the Cerebral Palsy Alliance,
designed to encourage all Regions, Districts, Scout Groups
raising over $6,000 to support people living with CP.
and Sections to refresh and revisit the fundamentals of
Scouting ahead of the launch of Scouts Australia’s new youth
program in January 2019.
Scout Groups and Sections were challenged to re-embed the
following key elements of the Scout youth program into their
regular program to ensure they reflect Scouting’s core values:
• The Principles, Purpose and Mission of Scouting
• The SPICES and their Educational Objectives
• The Scout Method (with emphasis on: Youth Leading,
Adults Supporting; Community Involvement; and Promise
and Law)
• Section Councils
• Plan > Do > Review
The fundamentals work together to underpin the mission of
Scouting; that is, the development of youth as responsible
citizens in their local, national and international communities
Launch of the Active Kids Rebate Program
The Active Kids Rebate Program launched on 31 January 2018,
opening the door for more families to become involved in
Youth Parliament Scouts. Chief Commissioner, Neville Tomkins OAM JP and
Scout Emerson attended the launch, representing Scouts NSW
Ten youth members from across NSW were given the
as an Active Kids Rebate Provider.
opportunity to join the voices of 84 other young people
at Children’s Week Parliament 2017. They shared their
thoughts and ideas on a number of issues important to
young people including education, the environment,
homelessness and inclusion. Thank you to the Advocate for
Children and Young People and YMCA for providing this
experience.
13Australian Venture 2018 – Get Set
Queensland 2-13 January 2018
“Get Set!” the 17th Australian Venture (AV2018) was held in
Queensland from 2-13 January 2018, bringing together 171
Venturer Scouts and Leaders from across NSW to participate in
ten days of activities and challenges, each designed to reinforce
Scouting values, provide valuable and new experiences and
allow Venturers to meet others and make memories for life.
AV2018 represented everything Venturers stand for: a do-it-
yourself mix of fun, adventure and personal challenge that
brings young people together and develops their independence.
Name: Ross
Section: Scouts
Group: 1st Lindfield Scout Group
I enjoy going to Scouts because: At Scouts I have
explored the outdoors and enjoyed amazing activities
in a safe and supportive environment.
Being a Scout has enabled me to: Develop a whole
range of skills, from technical things like camping or
first aid to leadership qualities. In Scouts I have also
been to many amazing places and done exciting things.
Scouts also helped me to become friends with people
with similar interests from my local area, as well as
meeting Scouts from all around Australia on camps
and at the Jamboree.
My greatest Scouting achievement in 2017 was:
Completing a two week journey, along the Great North
Walk from Sydney to Newcastle, for my Australian
Scout Medallion Leadership Activity. Along the way I
worked and travelled with fellow Scouts and Leaders,
friends from my school (Barker College) and other
adults, raising more than $6,300 for beyondblue.
Scouts has taught me to: Think independently and
find solutions to problems.
In 2018, I am looking forward to: I hope to hike part
of the Larapinta Trail in the Northern Territory in the
middle of the year.
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HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMIT 17
The Group Leader (GL) and Leader-In-Charge (LIC) are The agenda for SUMMIT ’17 provided the opportunity
crucial positions in the Scouting organisational chart and, to hear from subject matter experts, learn new skills in
alongside having a fantastic program to deliver to our youth areas such as social media and managing change, provide
members, are key to the success of Scouts. guidance around member support and youth safety, hear the
latest about the new youth program, and workshop some
To support our GLs and LICs in their important task of of the most challenging issues and frustrations that require
managing a Group and to create a state-wide network for focus from State, Region and District Leaders. Somewhere
this cohort, a professional development activity - called in the busy agenda, the attendees also had a lot of fun and
SUMMIT ’17 – was held at Camp Kurrajong in Wagga Wagga made new contacts from right across the NSW.
in October and at the Baden-Powell Scout Centre in Pennant
Hills in November. Joining the attendees at SUMMIT ’17 was Michael Baden-
Powell, grandson of our Founder, and his wife Joan, who
SUMMIT ’17 was a weekend dedicated to informing,
enabling and empowering GLs and LICs, as well as District
and Region Commissioners. The goal of SUMMIT ’17 was to
provide the confidence, knowledge and tools to help them
address growth targets through retention and recruitment
of youth and adult members.
More than 50 people from as far away as the North Coast and
the South Coast converged on Camp Kurrajong in October,
and more than 150 people at SUMMIT ’17 at Pennant Hills in
November.
Baden-Powell Scout Centre, Pennant Hills
3-5 November 2017
15attended many of the sessions and also delivered some
special messages about the past and the future of Scouting.
At Wagga Wagga the group was also joined by Geoff
Sheehan, Deputy Commissioner from Scouts ACT, along
with Miriam Dayhew, Head of Campus from Charles Sturt
University, and some impressive speakers from the Riverina.
In Pennant Hills the attendees were joined by Brendan
Watson, Chief Commissioner from Scouts Victoria, an
assortment of experts, and guest speaker Andrew Lock OAM,
who is Australia’s greatest mountaineer and is the only
Australian to have summited all fourteen 8,000 metre peaks
in the world, including Mount Everest twice.
As well as the information shared during the sessions, all
SUMMIT ’17 attendees were provided with copies of the
presentations, a plethora of information written by successful
leaders across NSW, and a SUMMIT ’17 badge which they can
wear on their shirt to show they attended and have reached
the summit of GL/LIC education.
Camp Kurrajong, Wagga Wagga
6-8 October 2017HIGHLIGHTS
15th World Scout Moot 2017
Reykjavik, Iceland 25 July–2 August 2017
In July and August 2017, 145 Rovers across New South Wales
attended and participated in the 15th World Scout Moot
in Iceland. Themed “Inspired by Change”, World Scout
Moot covered a range of activities designed to showcase
the majestic beauty of Iceland while developing Rovers as
individuals.
Name: Heather
Section: Rover Scouts
Group: 1st Hurstville Rover Crew
I enjoy going to Scouts because: It gives me an outlet
to learn new adventurous skills, meet like-minded
people and give back to our community.
Being a Scout has enabled me to: Live the most
adventurous life I can.
My greatest Scouting achievement in 2017 was:
Completing my Baden-Powell Scout Award, with the
success of the Hike it Out Campaign.
Scouts has taught me to: Use my leadership, initiative
and skills to achieve the goals I set myself.
Without Scouting, I would never have had the
opportunity to: Meet the amazing people in my
life, complete an adventure race, and learn all of my
outdoor skills.
In 2018, I am looking forward to: Hiking the Pacific
Crest Trail, a six month, 4265km hike along the
Western United States.
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HIGHLIGHTS: MAJOR EVENTS
Major events are opportunities to bring Leaders, creative
ideas, and energetic enthusiasm together to offer diverse
experiences to youth and adult members across NSW,
surrounding states and international communities.
Once again, Scouts NSW staged a series of outstanding
and successful major events that engaged youth members
across the state, encouraging them to push their boundaries,
demonstrate their skills and deepen friendships. Participation
in major events play an integral role in retention.
State Rally 2017 – This Has Been a Scout
Production
Glenfield Scout Activity Centre 4-6 August 2017
In August 2017, 1017 Scouts, 82 Venturers and 254 Leaders
gathered at Glenfield Scout Activity Centre for State Rally
“This Has Been a Scout Production”. Youth Members were
encouraged to come along in costume and participate in a
range of activities under the themes of Sci-Fi, Animated
Characters, Pirates and Princesses and the Ultimate
Slumber.
340 Leaders, Venturers,
Rovers & supporters
1,017 Scouts
188 180
patrols groups
Top-placed Patrols
1 Nap Time 1st Turramurra, Sydney 597
North Region points
2 Wot 3rd Orange, The Golden 577
West Region points
3 The Lost 1 Wagga Wagga, Riverina
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565
Boys Region points
19Dragon Skin 2018 - Apocalypse
Vulcan State Forest 30 March–2 April 2018
Dragon Skin “Apocalypse” brought together 836 Venturer
Scouts and Guides from New South Wales, the ACT and
Queensland for a long weekend of activities designed to test
their initiative, leadership, teamwork and technical skills
against members of other Units. The activities were shaped
under the “Apocalypse” theme, with each Venturer Overnight
Camp (VOC) defending humanity from their own special form
of doom – including natural disasters, bio-hazards and alien
robots.
Top-placed Teams
1 110 PMA 2nd Gordon Venturers, Sydney North
Region
2 O.B. City 1st Lindfield, Sydney North Region
3 26 Ian’s Lads 1st Turramurra, Sydney North Region
179 teams
836 4 Agoonoree 2017 – On the Move
participants days Mt Keira Scout Camp 22-25 September 2017
Agoonoree “On the Move” offered a wide range of theme-
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based and other fun and challenging onsite bases for Youth
and Adult Members of Scouting. The activities were based on
the theme of positive motion, with participants enjoying billy
karts, crafts, giant game, harmonograph, rock and roll golf,
activities rope maze, sensational science, tie dyeing and more.
650 Rovers, Leaders
& supporters
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Gang Show is an energetic and creative experience for the
hundreds of youth and adult members of Scouts who perform 231 3570 4360
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enjoy the performances. It develops self-confidence and
teamwork and is an outstanding example of the Patrol
system. Original compositions, newly designed costumes,
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fresh choreography and side splitting comedy blend together Central Coast Hornsby
to take audiences on a journey of adventure. It’s no wonder
Cumberland Kirrawee
that many involved in Gang Show go on to take up careers in
entertainment and the media.
In all, five Gang Shows were presented around the state of Albury Gang Show 16-17 June
NSW in 2017. The Internet is Down 2017
Albury Entertainment Centre, Albury
Hornsby Gang Show 30 June–
The Ride of Your Life 8 July 2017
Barker College, Hornsby
Cumberland Gang Show 7-15 July
Live, Laugh, Smile 2017
Riverside Theatre, Parramatta
Kirrawee Gang Show 11-15 July
2017
Superheroes
Rockdale Town Hall, Rockdale
Name: Valerie
Central Coast Gang Show 13-15 July
Section: Cub Scouts 2017
Laycock Street Community Theatre,
Group: 2nd Castle Hill Scout Group Wyoming
I enjoy going to Scouts because: I learn many things
about the outdoors.
Being a Scout has enabled me to: Participate in many
community activities such as the Relay for Life, and
learn to take leadership.
My greatest Scouting achievement in 2017 was:
Becoming a Sixer and receiving my Grey Wolf Award.
Scouts has taught me to: Be more resilient than I was
before.
In 2018, I am looking forward to: Joining Scouts!
21Scouts feature on Sunrise and
The Today Show
Bundilla Scout Camp 10 July 2017
Cataract Scout Park 2 February 2018
Scouts participated in two live weather broadcasts for Sunrise
and The Today Show. Hundreds of Youth and Adult members
from across NSW woke up bright and early to showcase
Scouting activities and demonstrate our Youth Leading, Adult
Supporting culture.
1st Westmead Venturers trek to
Mount Everest Base Camp
Nepal 25 November–11 December 2017
In November 2017, ten members of the 1st Westmead Scout
Group embarked on the adventure of a lifetime to Mount
Everest Base Camp, becoming the first group of Venturer
Scouts in Australia to tackle the unique leadership challenge.
To prepare for the trek, the Unit completed an 18-month
development program designed to expand their leadership,
fitness and bushwalking experience. Preparation included
completing one 3-4 day trek per month, as well as walking,
jogging, swimming, running, circuit training and riding to
increase the aerobic fitness of each participant. The Unit also
sought the advice of health professionals and participated
in altitude training to prepare themselves for extreme
variations in temperature and the journey to high altitude.
To raise funds for the trek, the Venturers organised
Bunnings car washes, an election polling day barbecue, cake
stalls and raffles. They also hosted a fundraising screening
of Mountain at Riverside Theatres, produced by one of the
Venturers themselves!
22FINANCIAL REPORT
The summary of financial activity for Scouts NSW for the I thank the many cost centre owners who put in rigorous effort
period of 2017/18 produced a sound result. into setting a tight budget and monitoring performance against
budget, and who regularly deliver a result that is on, or better
Our revenue has benefited from five main contributors:
than, budget.
»» Membership fees $3,234,010 (prior year $3,059,925).
For the 2018/19 budget year and to better support the budgeting
»» Scouting activities and special events $1,099,634 (prior year
discipline, the State Finance Committee (SFC) introduced zero
$2,197,093).
based budgeting, a process that allocates funding based on
»» Income generated from the Investment Portfolio $1,204,640
program efficiency and necessity rather than budget history,
(prior year $1,235,961).
across all cost centres.
»» Receipt of government grants $712,082 (prior year $389,727 - 2014
The commencement of zero based $952,063 - 2015
budgeting and the
$1,153,469).
$2,041,331 – 2016
»» Favorable returns from our Asset Management Program implementation of new financial software, Xero,
$6,574,092 – 2017 will support
$619,103 (prior year $663,280). the overall budgeting process and
$5,177,819 - 2018 so that the
financial analysis
SFC can provide strengthened timely financial advice to the
This was supported by other items of: Board of Directors.
»» Profit on sale of fixed assets $6,080,522 (prior year
There is good news this year for our membership numbers.
$6,140,883). $91,804 - 2014
The critical challenge for Scouts NSW remains
$644,790 to significantly
- 2015
»» Decrease in the value of the Investment Portfolio and profit on increase its membership through recruitment and retention
$2,041,331 – 2016
sale of investments $487,771 (Increase of $1,167,236). $433,209–
programs so sincere congratulations 2017have
to all who
-$902,703 - 2018
contributed to this significant result.
While the 2017/18 financial results are sound, they continue to
include one-off transaction types such as the sale of property
The SFC continues to attract members who a strong skills
or the positive results of major events like Jamborees that
base across the financial sector. Each member committed to
cannot be reliably expected in future years.
implementing best practice in governance and working toward
Investment into Scouting in NSW in the following areas over a strong financial future for Scouts NSW. I thank each member
the last 12 months supports the Strategic Plan 2016-18: for their contribution and support.
»» Property Infrastructure maintenance and upgrade $839,298 The Investment Committee and Insurance Committee
(prior year $845,872). members continue to provide their expertise to the Board to
»» Development and Promotional activities $426,054 (prior ensure these parts of our organisation provide satisfactory
year $374,021). financial returns.
»» Leader Training $124,138 (prior year $123,852). Bob Mulcahy, Honorary Treasurer
»» An organisation design review which will deliver significant
operational benefits to Scouts NSW.
$6,574,092
Recent Operating
$5,177,819
Surpluses
$2,041,331
$952,063
$644,790
$389,727 $479,446 $433,209
$91,804 -$902,703
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
With Property Sales Without Property Sales and Jamboree (2016)
23Summary 2017-2018 2016-2017
Income 17,798,356 19,201,634
Expenses 12,620,537 12,627,542
Surplus 5,177,819 6,574,092
Fundraising
1% $165 (LY 1% $147)
Asset management fees Training fees
4% $747 (LY 4% $720) 1% $161 (LY 1% $180)
Grants and bequests Membership fees
5% $821 18% $3234 (LY 16% $3,060)
(LY 7% $1402)
Income* Camps and activity centres
2017-18 15% $2614 (LY 13% $2,459)
Other income
including
property sales
37% $6558 Scouting activities and special events
(LY 35% $6,638) 6% $1100 (LY 11% $2,197)
Investments
Commercial and property 7% $1205 (LY 6% $1,236)
7% $1193 (LY 6% $1,163)
Government grants Communications and development
5% $663 (LY 9% $1105) 3% $426 (LY 3% $374)
Other
5% $577 (LY 3% $357)
Administration
37% $4717
Commercial and property (LY %32 $3995)
9% $1066 (LY 8% $1061)
Expenses*
2017-18
Scouting activities
14% $1765 (LY 21% $2593)
Scout development grants
Leader training
0% $16 (LY 0% $4)
1% $124 (LY 1% $124)
Investment
0% $22 (LY 0% $17)
Camps and activity centres
26% $3245 (LY 24% $2998)
*(In % and $’000). LY - Last Year
24ACTIVITY CENTRES
The Scouts NSW Activity Centres continued to support
Scouting throughout 2017/18, offering a wide range of
activities and programs for members and supporters across
New South Wales.
Air Activity Centre
Located at Camden Airport, 65 kilometres south-west
of Sydney CBD, the Air Activity Centre provides flying
experiences, runs badge courses and is a registered flying
school for pilot training for both Scouts and Girl Guides.
www.air.nsw.scouts.com.au
1,006
participants flown
Alpine Activity Centre
The Alpine Activity Centre is located in Jindabyne, in the
heart of Australia’s rooftop, the Snowy Mountains, and at
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the gateway of Kosciuszko National Park.
www.alpine.nsw.scouts.com.au
Scout Groups hosted
at the Centre 4,198
overnights
60 Guide participants hosted at Cessnock
1,120 1623
guests
flying hours
46
years
99
winter bookings
4 aircraft 160 booking enquiries
25Baden-Powell Scout Centre Cataract Scout Park
Situated on 36 hectares adjoining Lane Cove National Park, Cataract Scout Park in Appin, 75 kilometres south-west of
the Baden-Powell Scout Centre offers flexible training Sydney CBD hosts large events including major Scout and
facilities and cabin-style accommodation in a bushland Guide camps, major music festivals, fitness events, school
setting only 25 kilometres from Sydney CBD. camps, church camps and boot camp type activities for
www.bpsc.nsw.scouts.com.au corporate and community groups.
www.cataract.nsw.scouts.com.au
6,621 67 15,606
visitors Scout
visitors
Groups
297 bookings taken
hosted
42 19
Scout Scout
Groups events
Water Activity Centre
hosted hosted
Located at Woolwich, 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, the
Water Activities Centre caters for Scout Groups wanting to
undertake training, courses and workshops in water activities
such as sailing, power boating and canoeing.
329 bookings taken
www.water.nsw.scouts.com.au
1 breakfast
36 46
television
broadcast
Groups days of
on water summer fun
510
people on water
26AWARDS IN SCOUTING
New South Wales Branch Trust Funds Stan Bales Rover Service Award
The NSW Branch Trust Management Committee continues The Stan Bales Rover Service Award is an award that is made
to manage financial assistance to Scouts NSW youth by the Rover Section to recognise a person who has given
members, providing them with the opportunity to attend a exceptional and sustained service to the Rover Section.
range of national and international events. In 2017/18, the
Committee supported one Venturer to attend the German Recipients:
Jamboree, three Venturers to attend Australian Venture 2018 »» Hugh David Mooney
in Queensland and one Rover Scout to attend World Scout »» Clair Lesley Udy
Moot in Iceland. As it was a non-Jamboree year, the number
»» Walter Waerner
of opportunities to provide funding support to youth
members was significantly lower; however, the Committee »» Robert Oswald Zamora
expects a raft of applications later in 2018, ahead of the
Australian and World Jamborees in 2019.
Australian Honours
Scouts Australia NSW congratulates all recipients of
Following the launch of the Family Support Fund in Australia Day 2018 and Queen’s Birthday 2018 Honours.
February 2018, the Committee was also able to support three Thank you for giving your time to Scouting and for
youth members with continuing their Scouting. supporting the young people and adults who participate.
Peter Webb, State Commissioner - Trust Management
Adult Recognition Awards
1 August 2017
343 Adult Members of Scouts Australia NSW were honoured
with Adult Recognition Awards for good service, in observance
of the founding of Scouting on 1 August 1907 at the first Scout
Camp, held on Brownsea Island, Dorset, England.
Congratulations to all the recipients for 2017 and thank you
for your continuing commitment to Scouting.
Silver Kangaroo
The Silver Kangaroo is presented to Adult Members for
substantial dedication and service to the Scout Association.
Recipients:
»» Robert David Lang
»» Stephen William McCann
»» Jeanette Kathryn Wood
National President’s Award
The National President’s Award is presented to Associates
for continuous and exemplary service to the Scout
Association.
Recipient:
»» Dorothy Ramsden
27Australia Day 2018 Honours Queen’s Birthday 2018 Honours
26 January 2018 11 June 2018
Members (AM) in the General Division of the Medal (OAM) of the Order of Australia in the
Order of Australia General Division
»» Mr Bob Baker, for significant service to youth, »» Mr Kenneth Ralph Ames, for service to the preservation
particularly through leadership roles with Scouts, and to of rail transport history, and to youth.
the sport of karting as an administrator and mentor. »» Mr Colin Alfred Paulson, for service to youth through
»» Mrs Colleen Godsell, for significant service to youth Scouts and to the community.
through Scouting, and through roles with educational, »» Mrs Vivien Elsie Paulson, for service to youth through
historical preservation, Indigenous tourism and social Scouts and to the community.
welfare groups.
»» Mr David John Reiken, for service to youth through
Scouts.
Medal (OAM) of the Order of Australia in the
General Division
»» Ms Phillippa Lovely, for her service to the community
through a range of organisations, including Scouts.
28PEOPLE IN SCOUTING
Governor and Chief His Excellency General the Head of Business Jane Siebum
Scout of NSW Honourable David Hurley AC Transformation
DSC (Ret’d) Head of Risk Tracey Perrin
President The Rt Hon Ian Sinclair AC Communications and Rosalie Batistoni
Vice President The Hon John Price AM Marketing Manager
Life Councillors Warwick Bateman AM Child Protection Elaine Heaney
Ron Brown Officer
Commercial Manager Jay Mendoza
Ron Critcher OAM
Property Manager Bruce Retallick
Peter Nickl OAM
George Kolsky OAM
Advisers
John McIntyre
Architectural Adviser Brewster Murray Pty Ltd
Bruce Munro AM represented by Mr M Bullen,
Alan Overton AM B.Arch MURP (Hons) ARAIA
Jan Playford APIA, Director
Employment and Harmers Workplace Lawyers
The Hon John Price AM
Industrial Relations represented by Mr G Robertson
Craig Ramsden
Adviser
Trevor Russell AM Legal Counsel The Hon. Greg James, AM QC
John Selwood Honorary Solicitor Roger Butler OAM LLB
Elected Members Howard Carey AM Religious Advisers The Anglican Archbishop of
The Hon Sir Laurence Street AC Sydney
KCMG QC The Archbishop, Armenian
Sarah Neill Apostolic Church Australia
The Catholic Archbishop of
Board of Directors Sydney General Secretary
Chair of the Board Kerry McGoldrick The Fellowship of
Deputy Chair of the Phil Crutchley Congregational Churches (NSW)
Board The Archbishop of Greek
Chief Commissioner Neville Tomkins OAM JP Orthodox Archdiocese of
Honorary Treasurer Robert Mulcahy Australia
Board Members Kerryn Boland Imam, Mohammad Trad,
Steve Fernie representing the Islamic
Communities in NSW
Claire Geary
The Moderator, Presbyterian
Janet Hale
Church of Australia (NSW)
David Hassan
The Territorial Commander, The
Spencer Jarratt
Salvation Army
Robert Rodgers
The Senior Minister of the Great
Stephen Wallace Synagogue
The Moderator, NSW Synod,
State Office Uniting Church
Chief Executive Officer Andrew Smith AM
Chief Financial Officer Mark Katz
29CHIEF COMMISSIONER'S TEAM
Chief Commissioner Group Support Strategies Dean Bassett
Neville Tomkins OAM JP International Robert Slater
Major Events Michael Wright
Deputy Chief Commissioners New Program (vacant)
Growth, Strategies and Belinda Francis Implementation
Group Support Partnerships and Networks (vacant)
Youth Program Randall Jones Risk Management Grant Whitehorn
Youth Commissioner Lloyd Nurthen Special Needs Mark Burfield
Child Safety, Compliance Robert Rodgers Trust Management Peter Webb
and Support
Youth Empowerment Meg Cummins
Program Transformation Clair Udy
Youth Safety and Member Jill Pretty
Activities, Training and Walter Waerner Support
Fellowships
Special Projects Penny Becchio
Hilton Bloomfield OAM
Assistant Chief Commissioners Roger Butler OAM
Adventurous Activities, Parrish Hull Ian Dun
Training and VET John Kane JP
State Activities, Fellowships Marion Fisher Peter Lee
and Bases
Bill Pickering OAM JP
Youth Program Bruce Mills
Jeff Rose
Brian Tye
State Commissioners
David Walsh
Joey Scouts Jill Heath Boyd Williams
Cub Scouts Wendy Warner
Scouts Chris Buggie Region Commissioners
Venturer Scouts David Jacobs Greater Western Sydney Neville Henderson OAM
Rover Scouts Harrison Lantry Hume Sue Bartlett
Air Activities Stan Prout Hunter and Coastal Steve Fernie
Adult Training and Hugh Mooney North Coast Ian Hale
Development
North West Brett Grimmond
Business Training (Youth Ryan Beeby
Riverina Wayne Geale OAM
and Adult)
South Coast and Tablelands Phil Crutchley
Communications and Anthea Cudworth
Marketing South Metropolitan Bryan Davison
Community Liaison, John Pestana Jnr Sydney North Kerry Griffin
Diversity and Inclusion The Golden West Ben Williamson
Creative Arts (vacant)
Environment Mitchell Hodgson
Fellowships Jeffery Newman *Names are current as at 31 March 2018.
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