PCYC BORNHOFFEN - LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
LEADERSHIP =
KNOWING YOURSELF / BEING YOUR BEST
WORKING WITH OTHERS / POSITIVE IMPACT
1978
Year Established
150+
Partner
Organisations
55+
School
Partners
25+
Staff
Team
authentic, challenging and meaningful learning experiences.
We are passionate about
Our school outdoor education programs are:
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experiential
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high impact
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focused on reflection and learning
We aim to challenge and stretch students in a supportive environment. Our approach is 'Be Your Best'.
Our programs get observable results!
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Self awareness and reflection
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Independence and resilience
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Team development and social skills
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Leadership skills
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Outdoor skills development
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Stronger relationships/community
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Connection with nature
Our programs are flexible.
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Needs based - age, goals and budget
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Multi-day, single day or a series of linked events
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Residential - staying in cabins
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Journey-based/camp out - staying in tents
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Mobile - programs at your school or anywhere
PCYC Bornhoffen has a strong safety culture with extensive risk management systems across our operations.
See the gallery below for some of the activities we use in our programs to help bring learning alive!
SCHOOL OUTDOOR EDUCATION
COMMUNITY AND PCYC PROGRAMS
As well as schools, PCYC Bornhoffen works in partnership with a diverse range of community organisations and special needs groups.
Our experienced program staff will consult with you to identify your group's needs and the outcomes you are seeking. We will work with you to design and deliver a program
We have experience working with many different target groups including intervention programs for young people at risk, programs for people with disabilities, young people in foster care and young people with leadership potential.
We can also work with adult groups who are looking to develop their facilitation and leadership skills.
Some of our community partners include:
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PCYC State Youth Leadership Program
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PCYC Youth Development Conference
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PCYC Beenleigh Get Set For Work and Two Tribes Programs
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Queensland Police Service
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Asteros Foundation Gold Coast
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University of Queensland - School of Engineering
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Southern Cross University
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Children's Health Queensland - Lady Cilento Children's Hospital
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Heartkids Australia
We can deliver programs at our own base or anywhere in south east or regional Queensland.
Watch Video
PCYC State Youth Leadership Program

MEMBERSHIPS AND AWARDS

QUEENSLAND OUTDOOR
RECREATION FEDERATION




Australian Association for
Bush Adventure Therapy Inc.
GROUP ACCOMMODATION - for 30 to 172+ people
Bornhoffen is a spectacular and inspiring mountain setting for your school camp, retreat or gathering... a world away from the distractions of the city but less than 90 minutes from the Brisbane CBD.
Our group accommodation is available for any organised group - schools, community, church, special needs, club, weddings, events, retreats, family reunions - all are welcome.
You have two venues to choose from. These venues are named after nearby mountain peaks.
PCYC would like to acknowledge and pay our respects to the traditional custodians of the land, the Yugambeh people, and their continuing connection to the land, sea and community.
We also acknowledge and pay our respects to Elders, past and present.
Watch Video
Aerial Drone Footage of property
WAGAWN - up to 100 people
Covid-19 capacity restrictions allow up to 100 people to stay in Wagawn depending on the group type
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9 cabins each with 12 beds
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3 staff cabins each with 3 beds and ensuite
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1 staff cabin with 3 beds and ensuite reserved for possible isolation area
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Modern male and female toilet and showers
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2 separate accessible toilets/showers
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Large dining and meeting/activity hall with stage
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Fixed data projector and screen, AV system, whiteboard
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Additional meeting room
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Commercial kitchen
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Landscaped courtyard with outdoor tables
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Staff lounge area
Book both venues for groups up to 172.
Please contact us to discuss your needs.
HOBWEE - up to 72 people
Covid-19 capacity restrictions allow up to 72 people to stay in Hobwee depending on the group type
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6 cabins each with 8 beds and ensuite toilet/shower
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2 cabins with 10 beds and ensuite toilet/shower
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2 staff cabins each with 2 beds and staff toilet/shower
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Dining/activity/meeting hall with open fireplace
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TV/DVD, whiteboard, projector screen, data projector available on request
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Commercial kitchen
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Covered and open decks with outdoor tables
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Staff lounge area
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Accessible toilets/showers
FACILITIES AND ENVIRONMENT
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Spectacular mountain views
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Away from distractions of urban areas
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Heaps of well maintained open green grass areas
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Swimming pool and 1/2 basketball court
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Volleyball net and other sports equipment
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Playing field
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Outdoor campfire areas
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Walking tracks to waterfalls, waterholes and lookouts
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Two additional meeting or breakout spaces
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Gas barbecues
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Close to Natural Bridge (glow worms)
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Great base to visit Gold Coast and northern NSW national parks, attractions and theme parks
CATERING OR SELF-CATERING
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Food is so important for a positive experience
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Our friendly catering team provide great tasting food and nobody goes hungry
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We look after those with special dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten and lactose free.
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Our meals and morning/afternoon teas are freshly prepared daily by our catering staff.
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We are highly aware of food allergies. However we cannot provide 100% guarantees that food is allergen free
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Our well equipped commercial kitchens are available for use by self-catering groups where this is done on a voluntary basis. No external commercial catering is permitted. All self-catering groups are required to have a food handling certificate
ABOUT US
FOR GROUP LEADERS
PCYC Bornhoffen Booking Information and Prices Package
School Outdoor Education Information Package
PCYC Bornhoffen Booking Conditions
Wagawn Venue Cabin Allocation (Covid-safe) - Word Doc
Hobwee Venue Cabin Allocation (Covid-safe) - Word Doc
KNOWLEDGE BASE AND RESEARCH
Article: The Top 5 Features of Quality School Outdoor Education Programs
Article: Followership and Leadership - Are They Two Sides of the One Coin?
Article: Combating Nature Deficit Disorder
University of Canberra - Catalyst Program Research Evaluation Report
PCYC Bornhoffen - Catalyst Literature Review 2010
ANNUAL REPORTS
Annual Reviews - QLD PCYC (including Bornhoffen)
OUR SUPPORTERS
Councillor Glenn Tozer
Gold Coast Division 9 Councillor
Ros Bates MP
State Member for Mudgeeraba
Scott Buchholz MP
Federal Member for Wright
Andelaine & Log Cabin
Property access for programs
Australian Government Stronger Communities Program
Funding towards new sport court
Cold Services Australia Pty Ltd
Donation of equipment and services to construct new freezer room
Gambling Community
Benefit Fund
Funding to replace floor vinyl in hall and commercial kitchen
Queensland Government
Get Playing Places and Spaces
Funding to construct new high ropes challenge course
Reuben Pelerman Benevolent Foundation
Funding towards new sport court
Volunteers from PCYC Clubs
and community organisations
Volunteer labour for habitat restoration and service projects