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The Australian Camps Association Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

The Australian Camps Association, (ACA) including People Outdoors (PO) are committed to child safety and wellbeing in accordance with the 11 Child Safe Standards, compulsory minimum standards for all organisations in Victoria providing services to young people under the age of 18 years.

The ACA and PO has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children.

The ACA and PO is committed to:

  • Responding to and investigating reports of child abuse;
  • Ensuring that all staff, contractors, and volunteers are aware of relevant laws, organisational policies and procedures and the organisation’s Code of Conduct;
  • Ensuring that all adults within the ACA/People Outdoors community are aware of their obligation to report suspected abuse of a child in accordance with these policies and procedures;
  • Ensuring that all staff, contractors and volunteers are aware of their obligation to observe the Code of Conduct (particularly as it relates to child safety);
  • Providing support and training for staff, contractors and volunteers in undertaking their child safety responsibilities.

If you have any feedback regarding our policies on child safety and wellbeing, or would like to report an incident or make a complaint, please contact the Australian Camps Association through our CEO, info@auscamps.asn.au.  

The ACA/PO is committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. The ACA/ PO remains committed to Indigenous reconciliation.

If you would like to report an emergency child safety incident, please call '000' to report the matter first.

 
 
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For 35 years, the Australian Camps Association (ACA), has provided supported camps and outdoor experiences for kids, teens, and adults living with disability through its People Outdoors program...

 
 
Upcoming Programs
 
 
VIC: Coastal Adventure Weekend at Camp Manyung!
The Y - Camp Manyung
Kids & Teens (6-17yrs)
13-02-2026 - 15-02-2026
weekend

Escape to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula for a fun-filled two-night camp at Camp Manyung, Mt Eliza — specially designed for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) living with disability.

Get ready to dive into awesome activities like:
- Archery
- Low ropes course
- Bushwalking and nature play
- Campfire chats and social games

Departure Point: Thornbury, Melbourne

New to People Outdoors? Complete our referral form to begin the intake process — this must be finalised before attending camp.

Join us for connection, confidence, and coastal fun!

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VIC: Adventure by the Sea: Weekend Camp at Anglesea Discovery Camp!
Anglesea Discovery Camp
Adults (18yrs+)
20-02-2026 - 22-02-2026
weekend

Get ready for a two-night coastal escape full of fun, connection, and fresh sea air at Anglesea Discovery Camp — created especially for adults (18+) living with disability.

Experience a weekend of exciting outdoor activities like:
- Skateboarding 
- Low ropes & challenge courses
- Bushwalks through beautiful native surroundings
- Archery
- Campfire fun and social games

Departure Point: Thornbury, Melbourne
New to People Outdoors? Be sure to complete our referral form to begin the intake process — this must be finalised before attending camp.

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of coastal adventure and community!

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QLD: Kids & Teens Camp | Gold Coast
Gold Coast Recreation Precinct, Palm Beach QLD
Kids & Teens (6-17yrs)
27-02-2026 - 01-03-2026
weekend

Join us at the Gold Coast Recreation Precinct for this weekend camp (2 nights).

This camp is for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) living with disability. Please note participants will need to make their own way to the venue.

Some of the activities you might participate in are beach games and high ropes course, archery, initiative games and more!

New to People Outdoors camps? Please complete the referral form so we can begin the intake process (note: completion of the intake process is required prior to attending any camp).

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