Author: The Collaroy Centre
How school camps strengthen friendships and create lifelong memories
School camps are more than just a break from the classroom; they are a powerful opportunity for students to develop friendships, build trust, and create lifelong memories. Away from screens, routines, and familiar surroundings, students engage in shared experiences that shape their personal and social growth. At The Collaroy Centre, we have seen firsthand how […]
Plan your unforgettable 2027 school camp at The Collaroy Centre
School camps are a highlight of the year for many students—an opportunity to learn new skills, build friendships, and experience adventure beyond the classroom. At The Collaroy Centre, we specialise in creating engaging, safe, and well-organised school camp experiences. Whether you’re planning your first school camp or looking to refine your process, this guide will […]
Northern Beaches Monopoly is out
You can now roll the dice of Northern Beaches Monopoly. After much anticipation, the official Northern Beaches Monopoly game launches February 13th, 2021. The Monopoly game first hit the shelves in 1935 – since then it has been played by more than 1 billion people. Today, it is played in 114 countries and enjoyed in […]
How to Get the Most Out of This Summer
While there are still a few weeks to go of the School Holidays, the current pandemic is making it difficult to do what we normally do during summer vacation. Travelling and meeting up with a big group of friends are unfortunately not on the agenda but there are still ways to safely take advantage of […]
How to prepare for a School Camp
Camps are a great opportunity to get away from the classroom for a few days, try out new activities, have fun and build new friendships. Preparing for the camp together with your child ensures that the time away is not overshadowed by concerns and worries. Whilst some students may bound off to camp with barely […]
Where is the best Camp & Conference Centre in Sydney?
The Collaroy Centre is the only Camp and Conference Centre in Sydney that is able to provide over 25 Adrenalin Team Building activities and sleep over 400 visitors who can enjoy a variety of meeting spaces whilst taking in the gorgeous view of the Northern Beaches. The last 12 months have seen some beautiful and […]
Rising to New Heights & New Challenges
Where can you find Abseiling, Rock Climbing, Suspended Adrenalin challenges and Team Building activities all in one structure in Sydney? Answer: The Collaroy Centre, a Salvation Army camp and conference centre on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. We have just unveiled a major upgrade of one of our most popular outdoor activity space. The centre has spent […]
The Essential School Camp Checklist
School camps happen all your round – make sure you and your child are ready! Each year, schools across Australia organise camp experiences that give students a taste of the outdoors and a break from the classroom. School camp is a real rite of passage. It’s where friendships deepen, confidence grows, and kids discover strengths […]
Why fit in when you were born to stand out!
Do I need to fit into Society? Richard Branson, the adventurer and founder of Virgin Records, Airlines, Phones etc. says he particularly loves this quote. He said: “Name a role-model. Are they ‘normal’? Name somebody you love. Are they ‘normal’? I very much doubt it. Everybody should strive to be exceptional. The world is made […]
12 New Camp & Conference Centre Outdoor Upgrades
Get Active Outdoors with your Group on Camp or on Conference with New Activity Options and Areas to Explore. The Collaroy Centre is a fantastic place for you to book for a team building day, a school camp, birthday party or conference. Over the past few years we have been undergoing massive refurbishment of our […]