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Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums

Outdoors NSW & ACT

A weekly opportunity to connect on important topics and content specific to the Outdoor Industry in Australia

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35:33

AI Won’t Paddle Your Raft, But It Might Do Your...

Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums ·

2025/12/05

Send us a text Big pressures, big chances. We wrap the year by translating fresh McCrindle research into practical moves for outdoor operators across New South Wales, the ACT, and beyond. From the housing squeeze to shifting life priorities and the march of AI, we break down what’s changing and how to lead with clarity. We start with the realities: a persistent housing shortfall that complicates recruitment, rising living costs that strain staff, and a cultural swing toward intentional livin...

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60:12

Overnight Camps And Child Safety Reform

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2025/11/30

Send us a text A clear shift is coming for outdoor providers who run overnight programs with children—and we brought the Office of the Children’s Guardian to the table to unpack what it means. We start with the big picture: youth participation in outdoor activities is sliding, social media age limits are imminent, and schools are hungry for trusted partners who can deliver safe, engaging camps. This all at a time where our youth need to engage in the outdoors more due to their mental health a...

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36:32

How Adventure Tourism Meets Wellness And Drives...

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2025/11/21

Send us a text Demand for travel in NSW is holding firm even as consumer confidence dips, and that tension creates real opportunity for operators who can read the signals and move. We dig into the latest Visitor Economy Forum data, spotlight the segments driving growth, and map where adventure and wellness naturally converge to lift spend and satisfaction. If you’ve been wondering which markets to court first or how to package experiences for higher yield, this conversation lays out the numbe...

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43:16

When One Itinerary Updates The Whole Industry

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2025/11/14

Send us a text Big shifts are hitting Australia’s outdoor sector all at once: productivity is falling, politics are realigning, migration is rising, and AI is changing the shape of knowledge work. We break down what those trends mean for outdoor operators, educators, and guides, then map them to practical steps you can take this month to strengthen workforce pipelines, sharpen compliance, and reduce operational friction. We start with people. A women’s leadership program highlights the power...

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59:17

Why Culturally Inclusive Programs Get More Women Outside

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2025/11/07

Send us a text Start with the hard truth: children’s physical activity is lagging across parts of NSW while screen time climbs. From that wake-up call, we pivot into a powerful briefing on how culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) women experience the outdoors—why it matters for public health and community cohesion, and what actually works to bring more women and families into nature with confidence. With researcher Ancy unpacking a new RMIT–Sport & Recreation Victoria study, we e...

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39:12

Radar Ready: Making Sense Of The BOM Revamp

Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums ·

2025/11/02

Send us a text Forecasts change fast; your safety plan should move even faster. We kick off with a pulse check on the outdoor sector—AGM highlights, new board appointments, a life membership honoring long service, and a forward look at 2026 with training pipelines, a growing masterclass series, and the first industry awards on the horizon. From workforce shortages to the Western Sydney activity gap, we share concrete steps to build capacity, advocate effectively, and keep programs accessible ...

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50:44

Bronze Duke Of Ed Changes Explained

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2025/10/24

Send us a text Big shifts are landing across the outdoor sector, and we get practical about what to do next. We open with board-level realities—climate reporting moving from big to small companies, AI racing ahead, and the need to harden cybersecurity—then pivot to growth stories from the Sea Otter Summit, where mountain biking’s tourism impact is translating into real trips, real spend, and new opportunities for inclusive participation. The centrepiece of our conversation is the Bronze Duke...

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39:03

Why Zero-Click Search And Smart Service Design Will...

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2025/10/17

Send us a text Experience provision is changing fast, and the old paths to discovery aren’t enough. We dig into what regional dispersion, accessibility, and international demand mean for outdoor operators, then tackle the big shift: zero-click search where Google’s AI answers before anyone reaches your site. Instead of fighting it, we show how to win it—with an authoritative Google Business Profile, clean SEO, and stories that travel across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook without los...

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27:45

When “voluntary” guides shape investigations: what...

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2025/10/10

Send us a text Policy shifts, climbing access, and real-world standards collide in a fast-moving update for outdoor leaders across NSW and the ACT. We kick off with the new NSW Climbing Advisory Council formation—inviting leading associations—to coordinate advocacy and work through the Mount Alexandra closure. From there, we unpack our push for ACT recognition as a peak body, why that status unlocks impact, and how adding outdoor leadership qualifications to CIT can build a local talent pipel...

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35:44

Who gets to camp, and who gets left out?

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2025/10/03

Send us a text A packed week in the outdoor industry leads to a pivotal conversation: how do we open nature to more people without building on it? We start with energy—whitewater slalom championships in Penrith, powerful voices from a women in sport summit, and a weekend of campfire learning capped by Saturn’s rings—and channel that momentum into the decision that could shape access for years: NSW National Parks’ supported camping EOI. We lay out what supported camping really means—service, ...

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24:31

Outdoor Industry Updates: Leadership Changes and New...

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2025/09/26

Send us a text The outdoor education landscape in Australia is undergoing a significant transformation. The Outdoor Education Group has sold their New South Wales property, Wombaroo, to the Great Aussie Bush Camp, while Belgravia Outdoor Education has acquired OEG's journey business with its 40-year legacy of operations. These changes signal new directions for established outdoor education providers and fresh opportunities for program development across the sector. Leadership shifts continue...

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35:10

Navigating Business Resilience in the Outdoor Industry

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2025/09/19

Send us a text What separates thriving outdoor businesses from those that struggle when crisis strikes? This eye-opening episode dives deep into business resilience strategies specifically tailored for outdoor industry operators facing uncertain times. When disaster strikes – whether it's natural disasters, economic downturns, or unexpected events like the manhunt affecting businesses in Porepunkah Victoria – having strategic plans in place makes all the difference. We examine sobering stati...

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59:00

Child Safety Practices for Outdoor Industry...

Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums ·

2025/09/12

Send us a text Child safety isn't just about ticking boxes – it's about creating environments where children can thrive while in our care. This week's Connect and Share forum delves into the critical topic of child protection in the outdoor industry, featuring expert insights from Jon, a former federal police officer with a decade of specialised experience in child protection investigations. The conversation examines why standard compliance measures like Working With Children Checks provide ...

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21:26

What is Jersey Day?

Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums ·

2025/09/08

Send us a text The great outdoors belongs to everyone, yet the barriers to access and participation continue to have challenges. This powerful episode of Connect and Share dives deep into how we're working to break down these barriers through advocacy, education, and collaborative action. Jersey Day serves as a poignant reminder of how one life can impact many others. The story of Nathan Gremmo, whose organ donation saved six lives, illustrates the ripple effect of generosity that mirrors ou...

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26:34

Navigating Insurance in the Outdoor Industry

Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums ·

2025/08/29

Send us a text Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the outdoor recreation industry requires staying informed about legislative changes, emerging opportunities, and essential risk management practices. This comprehensive update from Outdoors NSW & ACT delivers critical information that could significantly impact your outdoor business operations. The spotlight falls on imminent e-bike legislation changes scheduled for February 2024 that could render current inventory redundant for to...

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Navigating the E-Bike Legislation Maze

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2025/08/22

Send us a text A storm is brewing in the outdoor industry as new e-bike legislation threatens to devastate tour operators and hire businesses across New South Wales. With regulations set to take effect in February 2026, businesses face the alarming prospect of their entire e-bike fleets becoming non-compliant and essentially worthless overnight. The new certification requirements demand manufacturers recertify bikes under a new code, an impossible task for fleets more than 2 years old. The c...

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34:57

The Outdoor Industry's Current State: Challenges and...

Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums ·

2025/08/15

Send us a text The latest Outdoor Industry Census has revealed startling insights into the state of the outdoor industry, highlighting a critical workforce crisis amidst shifting participant trends and emerging opportunities. Most alarming is the continued decline in staff numbers—from approximately 75,000 workers pre-COVID to just 43,719 in 2024, with a further projected drop to 42,000 in 2025. This workforce shortage exists despite organisations reporting capacity to immediately employ 14,...

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The Future of Outdoor Retail: Reimagining Style and...

Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums ·

2025/08/08

Send us a text The future of outdoor retail and recreation is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by changing demographics and evolving expectations from younger generations. This illuminating discussion explores how the outdoor industry must adapt to remain relevant and sustainable in the face of a 14,000+ job shortage and diminishing traditional pathways into outdoor careers. At the heart of this transformation is Generation Z's relationship with outdoor spaces and gear. Unlike pr...

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50:16

Why Traditional Grades Aren't Enough: Reimagining...

Outdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums ·

2025/08/01

Send us a text What makes the perfect outdoor industry employee? While technical skills matter, our recent Connect and Share forum revealed what employers truly value: communication abilities, teamwork orientation, genuine interest, and resilience – qualities often developed through outdoor experiences but rarely captured by traditional education credentials. This revelation came during a fascinating presentation from Murray and Kate of the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies, who are cons...

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35:32

Navigating Drowning Prevention and Industry Advocacy

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2025/07/25

Send us a text As Australia marks World Drowning Prevention Day, the outdoor industry faces a critical question: what is our role in preventing water-related fatalities? This episode dives deep into the changing landscape of water safety, revealing how demographic shifts and evolving recreation patterns impact drowning statistics nationwide. Despite significant progress in reducing drowning rates since 2000, recent years have seen concerning increases. Our aging population, changing immigrat...

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