16 Jul

Posted at 15:15h in Cobb and Co 9 Mile Creek Campgrounds, QCCC Brisbane, QCCC Brookfield, QCCC Expeditions, QCCC Mapleton, QCCC Survival, QCCC Tamborine

When schools search for the right Queensland school camp or outdoor education provider, the temptation is to compare websites full of glass, steel and bitumen – shiny new buildings, hard courts and paved paths. But ask any outdoor educator what shapes a student, and the answer is simpler and older than any capital works budget. It's grass underfoot, wood in the hands, and sky overhead. Real outdoor education happens in rainforest, on ridgelines, and around...

29 Apr

Posted at 13:11h in Packages

Why the Cooler Months Are Made for Connection, Growth, and Purpose  Winter weekend camps in Queensland are an opportunity that many groups leave on the table. When planned intentionally, the cooler months offer ideal conditions for camps that go deeper — less noise, fewer competing commitments, and a pace that naturally supports reflection, relationship, and learning. At QCCC, winter weekend camps are tailored to the groups we serve. Whether you are a school looking for a purposeful...

01 Mar

Posted at 14:44h in QCCC Brookfield

Top 3 excursions for schools visiting Brisbane in 2026 Looking for ideas for your School Camp in Brisbane? At QCCC Brisbane we have the pleasure of hosting many schools from all corners of our state (and even interstate), who have students who may be visiting Brisbane for the first time! As Brookfield is located so close to the Brisbane CBD, our campsite is the perfect launching pad for day excursions into Brisbane.  We also provide the privacy...

05 Nov

Posted at 15:38h in Reflections on culture

How Students Can Bring Back Skills from Camp to School Life A Welcome Boost for Outdoor Learning The Queensland Government’s proposed enterprise agreement with education staff includes a landmark initiative — a $100-per-night payment for teachers accompanying students on school camps. This is the first time a Queensland government has formally recognised the value of teachers’ participation in camp programs through financial incentives. At Queensland Conference & Camping Centres (QCCC), we wholeheartedly applaud this approach. It acknowledges what...

21 Oct

Posted at 13:25h in Packages

Group camp bookings for 2026-27 at QCCC campsites are open! Whether you have a school camp, corporate retreat, youth camp, church camp, music camp, dance camp, spiritual retreat, or craft camp, talk to our team about packages and activities to suit your camper’s needs. Contact us today to secure your booking!   If you are looking for something different in 2026-27 for your group, talk to us about packages and programs for our QCCC Expeditions and Survival...

18 Sep

Posted at 10:08h in Packages, QCCC Brisbane, QCCC Mapleton, QCCC Tamborine

Turn Your Next Music Camp into a Crescendo of Community, Creativity, and Connection Every orchestra, band, or ensemble knows the magic that happens when musicians step away from daily routines and gather in a space designed for focus, creativity, and community. At QCCC, we’ve had the privilege of hosting countless music groups from across Queensland—and we’ve seen first-hand how transformative a well-planned music camp or retreat can be. Whether you’re preparing for a performance season, refining...

14 Aug

Posted at 12:51h in QCCC Survival

Top 5 Reasons Schools Should Choose a QCCC Survival Camp at Cobb and Co Campgrounds For schools across South East Queensland seeking a unique and transformative outdoor education experience, QCCC’s Survival Camp at Cobb and Co Nine Mile Campgrounds offers the perfect blend of adventure, learning, and comfort. Just minutes off the Bruce Highway between the Sunshine Coast and Gympie, this 50-acre natural paradise is now home to one of Queensland’s most dynamic survival camp programs. Here...