FAQS

FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page! Here, we've compiled answers to some of the most common questions we receive about Jamboree. Whether you're looking for more information about our camp, the fees, or what to pack, this section is designed to provide quick and clear responses to help you find the information you need.

If you don't find the answer to your question here, feel free to reach out to our Jamboree team for further assistance at:
jamboree@girlguides-nswactnt.org.au.

Alternatively, you can view the recording of the Jamboree Webinar where many questions were answered as well!

Jamboree Preparation

  • The Kit List is located here https://www.2025jamboree.com.au/downloads

    Every item is important on the kit list - please ensure everything is packed into your Jamboree Bag.

    Anyone going on an overnight expedition may have additional items to take. These have been emailed to the participants directly.

  • You can work out your group number by looking at your Jamboree ID.

    Participants were emailed their Jamboree ID late July.

    The first digit of your Jamboree number is your Group number.

  • Group 1 – Jillaroo – Green (Adults)

    Group 2 – Jellyfish – Pink (10-13yrs)

    Group 3 – Cassowary – Blue (10-13yrs)

    Group 4 – Quoll – Red (14-17yrs)

    Group 5 – Seagull – Orange (14-17yrs)

    Group 6 – Lifeguards – Purple (Planning Team)

  • We will be handing out the badges at Jamboree.

    There is a limited number and only those who have advised us they completed the challenge by the 3rd of August 2025 will receive a badge.

  • Day Patrols are small activity groups designed to help you meet new people and grow through your shared adventure. They're made up of Guides in a similar age range, so while you may not be with your best friend in a Day Patrol, you will be with your peers close to your own age–and you'll have the chance to make friends from other Regions, States, and even countries!

    Just like a school day, you'll have a short period of programmed activities with your Day Patrol, and the rest of the time you'll be choosing your own adventure with your friends. Making new friends is a highlight of Jamboree, and we are helping to make that happen. 

  • As the catering team have set the menu and locked in suppliers, we kindly request that you email the team at Jamboree@girlguides-nswactnt.org.au to advise of any dietary changes

  • YOUTH

    If you are bringing daily or regular medication to camp, it MUST be Webster-packed. This ensures medications are administered safely, accurately, and on time throughout Jamboree. 

    A letter was attached to the email regarding medication for you to take to your pharmacist to arrange the Webster pack. 

    If your medication is not packed correctly upon arrival, our team will arrange a Webster Pak for you, and an invoice will be issued to cover the service and cost.

    ADULTS

    While you are responsible for storing and administering your own medication, we still require a copy of your medication list. This allows the Bush Clinic team to assist you appropriately in case of an emergency. 

  • Medications taken only when symptoms occur (e.g. paracetamol, ibuprofen, antihistamines) or the contraceptive pill do not need to be Webster-packed. However, please: 

    • Store them in a clearly labelled zip-lock bag

    • Include your name and Jamboree Number

    • Make sure they are included on your Medication Management Plan 

  • All medications for Youth participants must be handed in to the Bush Clinic team upon arrival and will be returned to you before departure. Our team will ensure your medication is managed safely and that you are well cared for during camp. If any medication needs refrigerating during camp our team has facilities to do so, please make a comment on the Webster Pak or on a note with the medications.  

  • As we have such a wonderful number of leaders joining us on camp, we only have a handful of leader roles on subcamps that we can allocate out.

    Jillaroos will be contacted by the group leader soon to advise if would like to be working on the same thing all week or if they would like to be rotated through different supporting roles at Jamboree.

  • There is two email addresses:

    For all general enquires please jamboree@girlguides-nswactnt.org.au

    To update a medication before Jamboree please email:

    Jamboree.Support@girlguides-nswactnt.org.au

  • Yes, adults can bring a stretcher.

    Youth are asked to bring a sleeping mat for the week.

  • There will be no visitors day at Jamboree 2025

  • No, you do not need to bring a lunchbox to Jamboree.

  • Yes, if you would like to bring your sunflower lanyard, pin and/or ID card to Jamboree - our wellbeing team know and recognise the use of the hidden disabilities sunflower. It is also recognised at Sea World & Outback Spectacular. Want more information regarding accessibility at Sea World & Outback Spectacular:

    https://seaworld.com.au/park-info/accessibility
    https://outbackspectacular.com.au/visitor-info/accessibility

  • Yes, the Espresso Roo Cafe will be open onsite for adults 5am to 10am every morning serving Barista style takeaway coffee (bring your keep cup!). Coffee will be $4 for Full & Skim Milk and $5 for Soy, Oat, A2 & Lactose Free Milk.
    Instant Coffee & Tea will be available at subcamps and at the cafe as well.

  • The Shop (General Store) will serve as a post office throughout the Jamboree. Postcards, stamps, boxes, and all you need for posting will be available to purchase. Parcels ready for postage will be taken to the post office periodically throughout the week.

  • Our Catering Team Manager, Tess, answers your questions here

General

    • Youth – Australian Girl Guide Members aged 10-17 by 1st September 2025 and not 18 years old by 5 October 2025.

    • International Girl Guides/Girl Scouts aged 14-17 years by 1 September 2025.

    • Adult – Registered Adult Members 18+ years of a State Girl Guide Organisation or other National Girl Guide/Girl Scout Organisation.

  • There will be no part-time youth participants.

    Part-time adult participant roles will be advertised soon if required.

  • State Contingent Fees are organised by your State Girl Guide Organisation (or Country if overseas). Please contact them direct for information.

  • Please refer to the size chart for all size measurements.

  • Yes, a Pre-Jamboree Challenge will be launched soon.

  • We are working on a fantastic lineup of activities exclusively for our 14-17 year-old Guides. While we are still working on the details for further expeditions, below are some that are already in the planning phase:

    • Gold Coast theme park package

    • Brisbane CBD tour and shopping

    • Overnight rail trail bike tour

    • Tweed River kayak expedition

    • Mt Tamborine - Tree tops zipline, sky walk and bushwalks

    • Overnight hiking expedition

    • Farm stay

    • Surf camp

    Please check our social or back to the FAQs for updates as we finalise the list of expeditions.

  • Final costs for the overnight expeditions are still to be determined. We will release a document of the expeditions with any additional costs when we have this information finalised.

  • Subcamps for 10-13 year-olds will be Region/State-based, e.g. Group 1, Subcamp 1 might be Adults and Youth from North Pacific Coast, Group 1 Subcamp 2 might be Western Australia, Group 1 Subcamp 3 might be Central West and Twin Rivers joined together etc. During the day, Youth will split into activity groups/patrols with Youth from the other States/Regions.

    The 14-17 year-old subcamps will be based on the expeditions being undertaken.

  • Yes! Members of a Member Organisation within the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts are invited to attend.

    Please check with your Member Organisation about attending the Girl Guides Australian Jamboree before completing your application.

    Apply here: https://www.2025Jamboree.com.au/apply

Applications

  • Unfortunately, no. Only via the systems on the web link.

  • Applications for Jamboree 2025 close on 31 March 2025.

  • No, as the Australian Jamboree 2025 - Bush 2 Beach is a National Event and separate application form, this will not show on your regular Guide database.

Health and Wellbeing

  • The Inclusions and Access Team Manager and Welfare Team Manager, along with their teams will work with all participants who have identified additional needs to ensure all requirements are met before, on arrival and during the Jamboree.

    The Catering Manager and her team will work with participants who have dietary requirements to ensure everyone is adequately fed.

  • All meals will be fully catered for the duration of Jamboree. All dietary requirements listed on application forms will be catered for.

  • If this is put on your application, we will ensure that you are put in the appropriate location onsite with power to your campsite.

  • You will be contacted by the First Aid, Inclusion, Welfare or Wellbeing Team Member to discuss required needs.

    If anything changes with your child’s or your medical needs, please ensure you contact the Jamboree team.

Youth Attendees

  • All Youth will be required to complete a minimum of six nights under canvas and Trefoil Camping 2 before attending Jamboree. This will be regulated by States/Regions. As part of your six nights this can be from previous camps in the last two years to make up your six nights.

  • All 14+ Jamboree applicants can choose one overnight expedition to add to their Bush 2 Beach adventure!

  • Registrations for these exciting expeditions will open after Jamboree applications close. Once they are open, attendees will be sent an email where they can nominate which expedition they would like to attend.

Adult Attendees

  • Adults will be provided with their volunteer roster for Jamboree prior to attending. This roster will include the times that they need to provide support either support services OR program support during Jamboree (Subcamps will be provided a separate roster that meets their supervision requirements). When an adult member is not rostered on, they will have the option to partake in programmed activities as offered.

    Adult Members will also have the opportunity during their rostered times off to explore the beautiful Murwillumbah and surrounds at their own leisure.

  • Only Adult Members of State Girl Guides organisations and National Girl Guides/Scout Organisations can volunteer.

    Exceptions will be made for pre-arranged inclusion and wellbeing occurrences for carers and special needs.

  • LICs of subcamps will hold ‘Camp in Established Sites’ qualification.

    The Wellbeing Team will hold Mental Health First Aid.

  • As this is a Youth event planned for 10-17 year-olds, there are no program activities specific for Olaves to participate in. If Olaves want to attend, they will attend as an Adult and assist in facilitating the activities for the Youth Members.