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Welcome to Newcastle Orienteering Club

Orienteering is a competitive or non-competitive recreational activity in which participants use a detailed map, and usually a compass, to navigate between checkpoints on an unfamiliar course in bush terrain, parkland or urban areas.

If you like a physical and mental challenge while exploring the outdoors, orienteering is the sport for you!

NEW TO ORIENTEERING? Click here for more information.

See what's on by clicking on the Club Event Series buttons below or see all orienteering events by going to Eventor, the orienteering event calendar.

Classic "forest" orienteering for all in the great outdoors. Run or walk, compete against yourself or others, or a fun family day out. (Mar-Sept)

Navigate the suburbs. Run or walk to as many checkpoints as you can within a 45 minute time limit. How many points can you get? (Oct-Feb)

A great introduction to orienteering with fun courses in suburban parks & reserves. Also includes a night event. (Mar-Apr)

Navigate bush tracks on your mountain bike. Our Bike Orienteering Summer Series offers 75 minute score & line+score events. (Oct-Mar)

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NOY 3

bush Sunday 25 May 2025 - Awaba

"Ryhope North-South"

The next event in the Newcastle Orienteer of the Year series in the southeastern part of Sugarloaf Conservation Area. Seven courses to suit all orienteers, from 1.9km Very Easy up to 6.6km Hard. Newcomers welcome.

"The map features intricate detail in the watercourses and lower slopes separated by steep ridges amongst a network of gravel roads, tracks and an old quarry".

For details see the Bush Season Calendar

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Minor Event

bush Sunday 1 June 2025 - Ryhope

"Heart Rate Hills"

A minor event with a range of course options to suit all orienteers.

Courses will provide an opportunity to strengthen physical and navigational skills in hilly terrain with some rock detail in and around lots of watercourses, big and small. The Very Easy and Easy courses will suit first timers.

Newcomers welcome.

For details see the Bush Season Calendar

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New O Promos

OA logo "Orienteering in Australia" Videos

Orienteering Australia have released two new promotional videos following a project driven by our Club President Justin Stafford.

Newcastle club members feature in the videos which are designed to "dive into what makes orienteering so special: the thrill of the challenge, the joy of exploration, and a vibrant community that welcomes all ages and abilities. Whether you're a competitive runner, a bushwalking enthusiast, or just looking for a fun way to get outside with your family, there's something for everyone".

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JWOC Team Selection

Another Junior World Champs for Erika

Junior club member Erika Enderby been selected to represent Australia at this year’s Junior World Orienteering Championships. The competition will be held near Trentino, Italy, from 26 June to 4 July and includes a sprint relay, individual sprint, long & middle distances and relay. This is Erika’s fourth year representing Australia at JWOC. She was also selected in last year’s World Orienteering Championships (Sprint) senior team.

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Eventor Help

Eventor

How to enter as a First Timer - click here.

How to pay for an event in Eventor - click here.

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