8 October 2025
In this issue…
…Course status updates…
…Accommodation info…
…Tourist info…
…Course highlights…
…Shuttle bus…
…Camping bookings…
We now accept Afterpay and ZipPay.
You can also use Creative Kids vouchers at checkout.
Several courses are already full, with more filling fast.
Have you secured your spot yet?
Even though so many courses are already sold out,
there are still many more courses to choose from.
Read on to find out…
Need help purchasing tickets?
We are aware that there are some older students who may have issues buying tickets due to not having computer access, or for various other reasons.
If you fit into this category please give me a call!
Nicole Ruigrok - 0419 379 146
Need accommodation?
It can be a bit tricky to sort out accommodation in Bellingen late in the year.
Bello is a small town and the budget friendly options do tend to sell out first.
If you are keen to attend Camp Creative but haven't booked yet because you can't get accommodation, please get in touch.
We have been running a tutor billeting program for many years now.
Once all tutors are housed, then the remaining options can be offered to students.
There are still about 10 accommodation options that weren't needed to house tutors this time.
These options range from whole homes through to a single room in a private home.
Pricing averages $100 per night.
Get in touch…
Nicole Ruigrok - 0419 379 146
Our beautiful Shire
Bellingen is a vibrant regional town that has a bit of everything packed into
one beautiful valley.
Just 15 minutes from the beaches of Urunga, 30 minutes up the mountain to Dorrigo’s stunning rainforest, and 15 minutes to the crystal-clear swimming holes at Gleniffer, it’s perfectly placed for a relaxed yet adventure-filled getaway.
In town, you’ll find a buzzing café scene, great restaurants and pubs, stylish boutiques, and a thriving arts and craft culture that gives Bellingen its creative heart.
Whether you’re here for the food, the nature or the people,
there’s always something to enjoy.
Courses 2026
Here are some course highlights…
Make an Embroidered Cottage Workbox
with Sandrena Brennan
Ages 18+
Spend a full week stitching your own embroidered cottage workbox. Each day you’ll add a new panel while chatting with like-minded creatives and making something beautiful you can use forever.
Marmibas! Making & Playing with Heather McLaughlin
Ages 15+
Join us for a hands-on team adventure as we build one marimba together — dive into woodworking, tuning, and music-making side by side with new friends. By week’s end, the one-of-a-kind instrument will be raffled off among participants — this could be yours to take home!
Paint Your Pet's Portrait with Selina Zwolsman
Ages 16+
Get ready to pour your heart and paintbrush into a week of animal-portrait fun—whether it’s a playful pup, curious cat or quirky chicken, you’ll end up with a piece bursting with personality. During the open classroom sessions at the last camp, many visiting students were amazed by the fantastic art being created by this class.
Skate & Create with Matty Day
Ages 8-12
Get ready to roll and unleash your creativity..
Kids will design and paint their own skateboard and helmet, then learn beginner skate skills with a supportive coach by their side. By the end of the week they’ll be cruising on their own custom gear… and feeling pretty proud of what they made.
Did You Know?
Camp Creative provides a FREE bus that does a loop of town every day of the event.
It runs every 15 minutes from 8am-8.45am and 4pm-4.45pm.
