Dear ,
With the current situation in NSW in regard to the resumption of school camps, there has been an advocacy effort of combined proportions like no other.
It was disappointing that NSW Health enforced a policy on the Department of Education that would not allow us to return in Term 4, but to contemplate a non-return in Term 1, 2022 is preposterous.
Outdoors NSW & ACT, Christian Venues Association & Australian Camps Association commenced pursuing a guaranteed return for Term 1 2022, publishing an open letter on Tuesday 30 November and seeking connection with decision makers. This letter can be viewed here. A joint meeting with the Minister of Education NSW was held on Friday 3rd December in which we discussed the process to gain camp resumption for Term 1 2022.
The Minister is in agreement that this needs to be an objective and will work with us to gain NSW Health’s confidence we can return promptly.
As a result of the meeting, we are assisting the government in understanding the procedures we have in place as camp providers, to be reassured of the safety of our customers, as well as engaging in long-term discussions about the advantages of Outdoor Education for our youth.
We hope to update you with further news this week. Thank you for your patience and resilience at this time.
Blessings,
Graeme
