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Only a few days remain to take advantage of the ‘Back to School’ Entertainment Membership offer! Buy a new Entertainment Membership to receive a FREE Multi City Upgrade and a BONUS $30 Visa Gift Card. This is a deal not to miss! The Entertainment Membership gives discounts on dining, activities, travel, and more. Plus, 20% of each sale supports Scouts SA. Support Scouts and score great deals. Amazing👍 Don’t miss out! Grab your Membership now before this offer ends Monday, February 2, 2026! https://lnkd.in/gHHhqXrm

Scouts SA congratulates The Reverend Dr Vernon Cracknell, Mr Graham HIll and Mr Harry Long on receiving the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM), as well as all award recipients announced in the Australia Day 2026 Honours List. The Honours and Awards system gives the nation the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge individuals who work tirelessly to improve local communities and make Australia a better place. Across Australia, a number of Scouting volunteers were named in the Order of Australia. See the full list of recipients here: https://lnkd.in/gQFJnhK3

Congratulations to Brodie and Brock on being awarded Young Citizens of the Year by the Roxby Council! Brodie and Brock have been recognised for their ongoing support and commitment to the Roxby Downs Scout Group, Lone Scouts, and Scouting in South Australia. Brodie and Brock are outstanding role models who inspire others through their dedication, leadership, and enthusiasm. Their efforts ensure that every youth member enjoys memorable, fun Scouting adventures. Fantastic effort, guys!

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Annual General Meeting and must be received at Head Office by 5:00 PM on Monday, February 2, 2026. To nominate yourself or another Branch member for the Adult Leader Director position complete the nomination form below and submit it to our Governance Lead, Angela Marino - angela.marino@sa.scouts.com.au https://lnkd.in/gj7wg92X

Mark has shown exceptional commitment as a Venturer Leader, consistently supporting and developing Venturers through his leadership and mentoring. Separately, he has also gone above and beyond by planning and coordinating a major canyoning trip to the Blue Mountains, helping run multiple training days, and regularly leading caving activities, including Super Splash.  Congratulations to Mark and all the other nominees👏 🔴Symon Pecanek - 1st Strathalbyn Scout Group & Heysen District 🔴Brock and Brodie Gaskin - Lones 🔴Ethan Miotti - Program Team & Fullarton/Kidman Park Scout Groups

Congratulations to Ashley Miles for being awarded the Joint Naracoorte Young Citizen of the Year! Ashley is a Lones Rover who was previously at the Naracoorte Scout Group. He has been involved in flag-raising ceremonies, including Naracoorte's Australia Day, Anzac, and Remembrance Day ceremonies, and volunteers at youth section camps. Outside of Scouts, Ashley is a member of two CFS Brigades, attends local callouts within the community, and provides airfield ground support with the Regional 5 Operations Brigade, where he holds the rank of Lieutenant. He is also a National Trust Volunteer at the Naracoorte Branch's Sheep's Back Museum, providing background support.

Scouting Qualities: Confidence😎 Scouts take the lead, face challenges head-on, and get creative when solving problems. By embracing these opportunities, every member develops self-confidence and self-belief. With this positive attitude, they become more assertive, thrive when working with others, and have the courage to lead when needed. Self-confidence is priceless. At Scouts, we provide each member with the tools to empower and strengthen their confidence. Ready to boost your confidence? Visit the link below and join your local Scout Group today. https://lnkd.in/grBQGZcN

Happy New Year from Scouts SA🎆 2026 has arrived, making it the perfect time to look back on the incredible year that was 2025. From Super Splash to Cuboree, Roonka Camp to Surf ‘n’ Turf, Big Splash to Cohen Cup, Gang Show to Comedy Capers, and Branch Hike to Easter Venture, with so many more epic adventures in between. 2025 was simply phenomenal. We hope everyone loved 2025 as much as we did, and we are so excited to have an even bigger 2026.

The Scouts SA Head Office will be closed on January 1 and January 2, 2026, and will reopen at 9 AM on Monday, January 5, 2026.  We would like to wish you all a wonderful and safe New Year🎆

From all of us at Scouts SA, we wish you a happy and safe holiday season. Christmas time is about making unforgettable memories, spending time with loved ones, and appreciating those we cherish the most. We hope you have a wonderful holiday break, filled with joy, laughter, and relaxation. Yours in Scouting, Scouts SA