The third edition of Across the Ditch is now available! With just over three months until departure, this edition brings together everything participants and families need to know as preparations ramp up for the 24th Aotearoa New Zealand Scout Jamboree. Inside, you’ll find updates on patrol connections, Orientation Days, passports and travel arrangements, Auckland pre-tour activities, post-tour planning and official Jamboree merchandise. There are also important reminders abo

The second edition of Across the Ditch is now available and full of exciting updates as we prepare for the 24th Aotearoa New Zealand Scout Jamboree. Inside you’ll find important information on Orientation Days, patrol formations, flight bookings, passport requirements, health and wellbeing support, pre and post-tour activities, and key reminders for participants and families as we continue our journey towards an unforgettable adventure across the Tasman.

Across the Ditch is the official newsletter of the Australian Contingent. It contains important updates and key information about the Jamboree and your Contingent experience. Please take the time to read each edition carefully to ensure you stay informed and up to date.

A Contingent wouldn't be complete without a badge, so without further ado... Here is the official badge for the Australian Contingent to the 24th Aotearoa-New Zealand Jamboree! A massive thank you to 1st Bungendore Scout Group for their assistance with filming!

On the 21st of January we held an online Town Hall Q/A. A Powerpoint was presented with some of the most frequent questions asked of our team, but we also answered some questions from the audience. You can check out the recording on Youtube here! If you've still got more questions feel free to email us at nzj2027@scouts.com.au