2026 On Country Trip
JFSC are excited to officially launch the Raw Impact On Country 2026 - Trip to Bethel Farm in Dalby, QLD! This unique experience offers our students an incredible opportunity to connect with the land, learn about Indigenous culture, and develop a deeper understanding of our shared heritage.
To give you a glimpse of what to expect, we invite you to watch the video of the On Country 2023 trip that our Year 9 & 10 students participated in here or the 2024 trip here (both on YouTube). It is an excellent opportunity for students to gain confidence, build new skills and develop deeper friendships in a safe environment.
The details for 2026 are:
Trip Dates:
Sunday 6 - Friday 11 September, 2026
Basic Itinerary:
Sunday 6 September - Fly Perth->Bris - vans to Toowoomba. Overnight in Toowoomba at RAW Office
Monday 7 September - travel to Bethel Farm, Dalby
Tuesday 8 September - Bethel Farm - morning projects, afternoon cultural
Wednesday 9 September - Bethel Farm - morning projects, afternoon cultural
Thursday 10 September - Bethel Farm - morning projects, afternoon cultural
Friday 11 September - Depart Bethel Farm, Fly Bris ->Perth
Costs
(RAW Impact):
Registration Payment: $500 per participant
Trip Costs: $990 per participant
Fundraising: $500 - teachers not required to fundraise
(John Forrest SC):
Flights: $TBC
NOTE: the total cost per student for this trip will be, $1490 + cost of flights paid for by parents, plus an additional $500 that will need to be fundraised by each student.
The providers of the camp, RAW Impact, will be attending the school on Tuesday 24 February to talk to the Year 9 and Year 10 students during form period to provide further information and detail what the camp is all about.
If you are interested in your child attending this opportunity, I would also encourage you to attend the Parent Information Evening happening on Tuesday 24 February at 6pm. This session will provide you with an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the trip.
Students: If you have discussed your attendance at On Country 2026 with your parents and wish to express an interest in attending, please complete the form at the link: John Forrest On Country 2026 – Fill in form.
Parents: To express your interest in the Parent Information night to be held on Tuesday 24 February 2026 at 6.00pm, please click the link and register: On Country 2026 Parent Information Evening - Attendance Registration Form – Fill in form. Even if you can't attend the Information evening you can still use the link to obtain and email with further information.
