Discover Tamborine
GOLD COAST HINTERLAND
294 Beds
4 Venues
50 Acres
HISTORY
QCCC started on the Gold Coast’s Tamborine Mountain in 1971, one of the many partners with the neighbouring Keswick Convention Centre. Over the years QCCC has developed its own site, and assumed responsibility for neighbouring properties to create one of Queensland’s premiere conference and camping facilities, hosting hundreds of school, church, and community groups that come through its venues today. Extensively renovated over the past decade, QCCC Tamborine offers modern accommodation, world-class catering and an extremely comfortable, versatile venue. If you want Outdoor Education, QCCC Tamborine is a great option for your next Gold Coast school camp or event.
LOCATION
Located only 30kms from the Gold Coast and 70kms from Brisbane, QCCC Tamborine is an ideal place to breathe in fresh mountain air, take in breathtaking views, and enjoy the laid back country charm. The site has one of the best views available in Queensland with a sweeping 360 degree vista of Brisbane, Moreton Bay and the Scenic Rim Hinterland. With access to 50 acres of land, QCCC’s partnership with Vertec Adventure provides more than twenty Outdoor Education activities, making it a sought-after destination for school and youth camps in Queensland. QCCC Tamborine’s also specialises in Theme Park camps at nearby attractions on the Gold Coast.
WEC CENTRE
Max 94 Beds
17 en-suited cabins / 2 separate Wings
1 Main Meeting / Dining Room seats 240
Chapel / Small Meeting Room seats 70
Undercover area for games or outdoor dining
Amenities block with w/chair access and laundry
TAMBORINE LODGE
Max 67 Beds
8 En-suited Cabins (2 bedrooms of 4 beds in each cabin)
1 Disability Room / Leaders’ Room with 1 queen bed and 1 single bed
1 Large Dining Room / Meeting Room seats 100
1 Small Meeting Room seats 30
CMS CENTRE
Max 80 Beds (85 incl. QCCC Cottage)
13 Cabins (8 x 5 beds, 5 x 8 beds)
Amenities block with w/chair access and laundry
1 Large Dining / Meeting area seats 300
1 Small Meeting Room seats 70
Large deck overlooking the hinterland
En-suited accommodation (for max. 5 adults) is available at CMS for teachers/leaders at an additional cost.
PIONEERS CENTRE
Max 48 Beds
16 Cabins of 3 Beds
Main Room with lounge, dining, and meeting areas (plus undercover area)
Amenities Block with laundry
MEETING ROOMS
From our smallest meeting room that seats 30 guests to an auditorium built for over 600 guests, QCCC Tamborine has a variety of meeting rooms available to suit your group’s needs. Please contact the office for more information on these meeting rooms and the equipment provided. All groups are required to bring their own connection cables.
Complimentary high-speed Wifi is available across all QCCC Tamborine meeting rooms and units.
| Capacity | Wifi | White Board | TV | DVD Player | Sound Bar | Portable Microphone | Projector | Projector Screen | Stage | Folding Tables | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEC Centre Main Hall | 240 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| WEC Centre Chapel | 70 | ● | - | ● | - | - | - | - | - | - | ● | |
| CMS Centre Main Hall | 300 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| CMS Centre Small Hall | 70 | ● | - | ● | ● | - | - | - | - | - | ● | |
| Tamborine Lodge Main Hall | 100 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | - | ● | |
| Tamborine Lodge Small Hall | 30 | ● | - | ● | ● | - | - | - | ● | - | ● | |
| Pioneers Centre Main Hall | 70 | ● | ● | ● | ● | - | ● | ● | ● | - | ● | |
| QCCC Meeting Centre | 100 | ● | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| MTC Auditorium | 600+ | ● | - | - | - | - | - | - | ● | ● | ● | |
| MTC Youth Hut | 75 | ● | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
CATERING
MEALS
QCCC Tamborine is renowned for serving up delicious, wholesome meals thanks to its well trained catering team. All bookings are fully catered and include breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and supper.
SPECIAL DIETS
Our chefs can cater to guests with a wide variety of allergies and special diets; however these guests must bring their own food items for morning and afternoon teas as well as suppers. One week prior to camp group leaders must submit the special dietary requirements for their group on the Final Details Form.
MENUS
Groups that have booked exclusive use of a centre are able to customize their own menu from a variety of selections such as pizza, roast beef, lasagne, sticky date pudding, and scones to name a few. The menu selection forms are made available to group leaders approximately one month prior to camp.
SHARED SITE
Groups that have booked only part of a site – either WEC Centre, CMS Centre, or Tamborine Lodge- and are sharing site with another group will NOT be able to choose their menu. Additionally all standard meal times must be adhered to.
CAMP GROUNDS AT QCCC TAMBORINE
Introducing our new coffee shop at QCCC Tamborine. Located between the WEC Centre and Tamborine Lodge, we serve barista made Di Bella coffee available to purchase at your next QCCC Tamborine camp. Other drinks and food items (including gluten free & vegan sweets) are based on availability.
Opening hours vary and will depend on groups in-house. Opening hours will be displayed on the site’s noticeboard or can be requested from the kitchen staff. Please check with the office for more information and hours.
Coffees for teachers, leaders, volunteers, speakers or even an entire group can be billed back to a group’s invoice as long as the office is notified in advance.
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OUTDOOR EDUCATION
Vertec Adventure is our outdoor education provider and their highly qualified instructors offer many activity options, making the most of the Gold Coast Hinterland’s unique environment. Their activities are suitable for a wide variety of skill levels, age ranges and group types.
Vertec Adventure’s activities including:
- Archery
- Big Group Games
- Climbing Wall
- Giant Swing
- Leap of Faith
- Bush Walking / Bush Skills
- Water Slide
- Orienteering
- Survivor Challenge
- Team Building
- GPS Challenge
All of these activities are an additional charge and must be booked through Vertec Adventure. Please see their website for more information (www.vertecadventure.com.au) or contact them at info@vertecadventure.com.au or 0403 293 533.
ONSITE ACTIVITIES
QCCC Tamborine has several onsite activities for groups such as:
- Campfire Pit (must be booked by the office)
- Basketball Hoop (CMS guests only)
- Ping Pong Tables at the WEC Centre & CMS Centre
- Bush Walks
GUEST INFORMATION
GROUP LEADERS
FORMS
QCCC Tamborine Venue Information Sheets:
QCCC Tamborine Fire Registers:
CMS CENTRE Fire Safety Register
Tamborine Lodge Fire Safety Register
PIONEERS CENTRE Fire Safety Register
FIRE SAFETY REGISTER WEC CENTRE
Important Emergency Phone Numbers
Menu Selection Forms:
QCCC Tamborine Menu Form Youth
QCCC Tamborine Menu Form Standard
ADDITIONAL CHARGES Schedule 2017
Additional Charges Schedule 2018
QCCC Booking and Hire Conditions – Annexure A
QCCC Tamborine Letter to Parents
POLICIES
Cancellations – A minimum charge of 85% of the quoted price is applied to all bookings cancelled within 120 days prior to arrival.
Alcohol and Drugs – No alcohol or non-prescription drugs are to be brought or consumed on property.
Smoking – All buildings and courtyards are designated as smoke free.
Water – Due to our limited water supply on the mountain, we request that groups minimize their usage specifically in regard to activities. If a group would like to have a water slide or other water based activity, the office must be notified in advance and a water usage fee may apply.
Linen – All guests must bring their own linen including a bottom sheet unless a linen package is purchased.
Pets – In order to protect the natural environment, no animals or pets are permitted on the property except for guide dogs, in which case the office must be notified.
Fire & Safety Procedures:
- No fire or BBQ may be lit on property without the consent of QCCC Staff.
- It is illegal to tamper with the Fire Alarm system in anyway.
- Mattresses must not be removed from beds.
- Number of guests in rooms must not exceed the number of beds.
- Access to doorways must not be blocked by bags / furniture.
- Candles are NOT allowed on property.
Noise – All sites operate under a noise curfew between 10pm and 7am.
Daily Duties – All groups are required to perform the following:
- Vacuum after each meal
- Wipe down tables after each meal
- Vacuum halls prior to departure
- Vacuum and vacate cabins before 9am on departure day
- Put all tables and chairs back in meeting hall prior to departure
Departure Time: All guests must vacate cabins by 9am on departure day. The meeting & dining halls must be vacated by the time in the contract.
Standard Meal Times:
- Breakfast: 7:30am
- Morning Tea: 10:30am
- Lunch: 12:30pm
- Afternoon Tea: 3pm
- Dinner: 6pm
- Supper: 9pm
SITE LAYOUTS
SOUND & AV EQUIPMENT HIRE
Included in all QCCC Tamborine Main Halls:
– TV & DVD Player
– CD Player
– Portable Microphone
– Data Projector
– Projector Screen
WEC Sound System (only QCCC sound equipment can be used) – $100 per day
– 12 Channel Mackie CFX mixer with built-in reverb
– 2 x 15″ front of house opera speakers and 2 x 10″ monitor speakers
– 1 x 10″ speaker linked into dining area
– 2 handheld microphones (leads and stands included)
– 1 handheld cordless microphone (on request)
Please Note:
– Leaders must indicate on the Final Details Form which equipment you want to book
– Groups must bring all of their own leads and cables
EXTRA CHARGES
Linen Hire:
-$35 Summer Set (1 Blanket, Pillow, Pillow Case, Towel, 2 Sheets)
-$40 Winter Set (2 Blankets, Pillow, Pillow Case, Towel, 2 Sheets)
Cleaning Fee:
-$150 – $180 Standard Fee (depending on the size of hall)
-$180 for all craft groups
*Groups must still vacuum the dining area and wipe down tables after each meal*
Day Visitor Fee: $6pp
RISK MANAGEMENT
For a copy of the current QCCC Tamborine Risk Assessment survey please contact the office.
SITE VISITS
We would love to show you around our beautiful centre and discuss the details of your camp with you. Site visits are available during normal business hours Monday to Friday, but bookings are essential as we might be hosting other camps. Please contact the office at 07 5545 1417 to make an appointment.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ATTENDEE/PARENT INFORMATION
WEATHER
QCCC Tamborine is located in the mountain and temperatures tend to dip once the sun goes down even during the summer months. For the most up to date weather reports go to www.bom.gov.au (Tamborine – 4272).
WHAT TO PACK
All QCCC Tamborine guests are required to bring:
- Sleeping bag and/or blanket (bed linen is not provided)
- Pillow
- Single or King Single sheet (Tamborine Lodge & QCCC Cottage have King Single beds)
- Towel
QCCC Tamborine’s suggested Camp Packing List:
- Toiletries
- Sneakers
- Jumper / Rain Jacket
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Torch
If you are participating in activities with our Outdoor Education provider, Vertec Adventure, we also recommended that you bring the following items:
- Water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket
- Closed shoes (thongs and sandals are not allowed at activities, including water-based activities)
- Suitable clothing – no skirts, short shorts or midriff tops. Shirts must have sleeves and be able to be tucked in. Clothes will get dirty.
- Insect Repellent is also recommended.
*Please contact your group leader for a comprehensive packing list based on your group’s activities*
LOST & FOUND
Please contact the office if you have left an item at camp – 07 5545 1417. If the item has been located, you are welcome to come to the office to collect it or send a self addressed stamped envelope or box to 255 Beacon Road North Tamborine, QLD 4272
SPECIAL DIETS
Our chefs can accommodate for a variety of dietary requirements. If you or your child has an allergy, medical condition or special dietary requirement, please notify your group leader at least TWO weeks prior to arrival.
Other than fresh whole fruit, we do NOT provide morning tea, afternoon tea, or supper for guests with special diets; however you are welcome to bring your own snacks.
Please note: lifestyle choice diets (i.e. paleo, sports diets, etc) may not necessarily be catered for at QCCC facilities.
EMERGENCY DETAILS
In an emergency if you need to contact a guest staying at QCCC Tamborine, please first contact their group leader. If you are unable to reach them, please contact the office at 07 5545 1417.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN
Tamborine Mountain’s lush forests and breathtaking scenery provides a great environment for many local attractions such as:
- Tree Top Challenge – www.treetopchallenge.com.au – 1300 881 446
- Thunderbird Park – 07 5545 1468
- Skywalk – www.rainforestskywalk.com.au – 07 5545 2222
- Glow Worm Caves – www.cedarcreekestate.com.au – 07 5545 1666
- Local Council Pool – 07 5545 2500
- Bush Walks: Witches Chase Track, Cedar Creek Track, The Knoll, Curtis Falls
- Gallery Walk
For the most detailed information about local Tamborine Mountain attractions, check out the Discover Tamborine website: www.discovertamborine.com.au
GOLD COAST
There is always plenty of excitement and adventure awaiting you on the Gold Coast.
Some of the area’s attractions include:
- Movie World
- Dreamworld
- Sea World
- White Water World
- Wet n’ Wild
- Outback Spectacular
- Paradise Country
- Gold Coast Beaches
- Hinze Dam
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- Whale Watching
For more information on Gold Coast attractions go to the Gold Coast Tourism website:www.visitgoldcoast.com
QCCC Tamborine is located within 30 minutes from many of the major theme parks, and we offer customized theme park packages for groups eager to enjoy the thrill rides. Contact the office for more information.
Need transport? Travel Safe Coach Hire is QCCC’s recommended bus company
CONTACT QCCC TAMBORINE
Our accommodation and catering packages are customised for every group and based on a number of factors including group size, dates, arrival and departure times, camp location, activities, year level etc. The more information you can provide us about your group, the better we are able to tailor a package to suit your requirements. We specialise in Gold Coast School Camps, Retreats and Theme Park Accommodation for groups.
Please contact us today for a quote.
PLEASE NOTE: Our sites do not offer any self catering packages.
For the safety of our guests we have a no alcohol and no pets on site policy.