Author: The Collaroy Centre
Standing Strong Together

How your booking helps families find safety and freedom from violence When your group chooses The Collaroy Centre for a camp, conference or community retreat, you’re doing more than creating memories. You’re standing with families escaping the most terrifying situations imaginable and helping them take their first steps toward safety. The Collaroy Centre is a […]
When Crisis Hits, Help Arrives

How your camp, retreat or event supports disaster relief across Australia Australia is a country of extremes, floods, fires, storms, and sudden emergencies that can change lives in an instant. When disaster strikes, The Salvation Army is often one of the first on the ground, offering urgent care, comfort, and practical support to people facing […]
Building bright futures; Supporting at-risk youth through The Salvation Army

When young people arrive at The Collaroy Centre, they come ready for connection, challenge, and growth. But across Australia, thousands of young people don’t have access to the same safety, guidance, or opportunity. That’s where The Salvation Army steps in, and where your stay at The Collaroy Centre makes a difference. Because The Collaroy Centre […]
A place to stay. A path to safety.

How your time at The Collaroy Centre helps combat homelessness in Australia When you bring your school camp, retreat, or leadership event to The Collaroy Centre, you’re not just choosing a beautiful venue on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. You’re helping to change lives, quietly, powerfully, and with real impact. That’s because The Collaroy Centre operates as […]
More than a venue: How your camp supports the work of the Salvation Army

When you think about The Collaroy Centre, you might picture school camps, church retreats, outdoor activities, or team-building adventures. And yes, we’re proud to be a place where thousands of people come each year to connect, grow, and create lasting memories. But what you might not realise is that every visit to The Collaroy Centre […]
Our staff, our heartbeat: The people behind every great experience at The Collaroy Centre

When people think of The Collaroy Centre, they often picture the sweeping views, the high-energy activities, or the peaceful moments in the bush chapel. But there’s one thing that truly makes this place special, and it’s not the ropes course, the food, or even the view of the beach. It’s our people. Behind every school […]
Who we welcomed: A perfect place to belong

Inclusive camps and community support at The Collaroy Centre At The Collaroy Centre, we believe every person deserves a safe, welcoming space to grow, connect, and thrive. As one of Sydney’s leading Christian campsites, our mission extends far beyond providing great accommodation or fun activities, we’re here to be the perfect place to support communities, […]
What it takes to run a successful school camp at The Collaroy Centre

When students and teachers arrive at The Collaroy Centre, they’re greeted by open spaces, welcoming staff, and a packed schedule of activities ready to go. But behind every smooth-running school camp is a dedicated team working hard to make sure everything is organised, safe, and ready for adventure. From the first enquiry to the final […]
Why food safety and care matter at The Collaroy Centre

If you’ve ever planned a school camp, a retreat, or a large group event, you’ll know that food can make or break the experience. It’s not just about satisfying hungry stomachs, it’s about providing consistent meals that are safe, nutritious, inclusive, and served with care. At The Collaroy Centre, we understand the responsibility that comes […]
More than numbers: A look back at an impactful year at The Collaroy Centre

As we are at the end of the financial year for 2025 and many businesses are reporting on their financial performance, we’ve taken a moment to reflect on something just as important — our impact. At The Collaroy Centre, the past financial year has been about more than bookings, numbers, or events. It’s been about […]