During their six-year journey at Catherine McAuley College Bendigo, students will attend a variety of camps and retreats. In addition to the whole year level activities, there are many opportunities to attend camps in areas ranging from social justice to politics, arts and outdoor education.

COOLOCK

In 2025, our Camps Week for Coolock Students (Yr 7-9) will run from March 17-21, when all year levels will be out on camp, enjoying tailored experiences designed to enhance their personal growth and connections within the school community.

Year 7 Camp centres on helping students connect with peers and teachers at their year level. Students engage in a fun range of activities, making it the perfect time to form friendships and feel more at home in their new environment.

Year 8 students eagerly anticipate the Anglesea Camp, which offers a wide array of activities—with surfing always a favourite!

Year 9 students will enjoy a three-night, four-day camp, choosing between two exciting options: a Falls Creek hike or a Yarrawonga camping-style adventure. Each promises unique challenges and memorable experiences.

ST MARY’S

In 2025, the Year 11 and Year 12 students will be on camp early to set the scene for the year ahead. Both year levels will be out between 5-7 February.

Year 10 camp will be Week 2 of Term 3 where they will experience the Urban Camp. Students head to Melbourne for a two-night Urban Camp, where they learn to navigate the city while exploring cultural and vocational activities.

Year 11 Camp emphasises building resilience, embracing challenges, and strengthening peer connections.

For Year 12, the year begins with a 3-day faith-based retreat that provides students with the opportunity to reflect, grow, and consider how they can create lasting positive change within themselves, their community, and the wider world. This retreat also reinforces bonds with classmates and teachers.