The following are some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Great Northern War.
Where is the event held?
In 2024, Great Northern War (GNW) moved to a new site – Rocky Creek Scout Camp at Landsborough. It has proven to be a popular site for those that attended and has been the event site ever since!
How do I know where I can set up my camp?
The site is huge and there is plenty of space for camping in designated areas. As always, when gates open for camp set up, the main areas for the archery, village green (inc list field), war field, and a zone for those medically requiring access to electricity (e.g. for CPAP machines) will be marked off.
There are some powered spaces available – these will be prioritised for those with medical devices that require power (ie cpap machines). Please indicate when booking if you prefer a powered site, and if you have a medical device that requires access to power.
There are some areas within the Scout grounds that are not allowed to be used for camping or caravans etc. Designated camping areas for tents and camper trailers will be marked out with signs. There will be designated areas for caravans, campervans and RVs at the top end of the site – please see the sign in desk before bringing your caravan. campervan or RV onto site, to find your allocated spot.
Note: There are limited places for caravans, campervans & RVs, if you intend to bring one, please ensure this is included in your booking and the Event Stewards will contact you. Caravans, campervans and RVs must be off-grid, there is no power options available for these.
The site map is available under Site Information.
What options are there for wayfarers?
Bunk house are available this year for GNW, it is a flat rate of $20. Bunks comes with bedding (sheets & blankets) supplied by the SCA. There will be some towels available if needed, and we ask that you bring a pillow.
Bunks are situated throughout the site with most being in the shed near the main kitchen. They are scout bunks and are simple.
Wayfarers from 4hrs driving time or greater have priority for bunks, locals from South East Queensland region can be put on a waiting list if any are spare when bookings closed.
Please note that based on feedback from past events, only bottom bunks will be available. This will provide more room for people to safely store their personal items. Family groups can request a top bunk for adults or children over 8 years old – in these cases, all personal items will have to be stored under the bunk. Allocation of top bunks is at the discretion of the Bunk Coordinator and their decision is final.
If you require bedding but have already booked and didn’t include bedding, please contact the bookings officer to discuss updating your booking details.
Is there power supply available?
There are some powered spaces for tent campers available – these will be prioritised for those with medical devices that require power (ie cpap machines). Please indicate when booking if you prefer a powered tent site, and if you have a medical device that requires access to power.
Are there showers on site?
There is a large toilet block with heaps of showers and toilets, located by the main camping area and kitchen. There is another amenities block at the top end of the site, at the second bunk house and near the caravan area. There is plenty of water for hot and cold showers for all. The site is on main town water but we encourage our guests to be waterwise.
Is the event catered?
Yes. There is an option for you to book fully catered for the event, which includes meals from dinner Friday night until Monday breakfast.
Can I book offboard (i.e. supply my own food)?
Yes. There is the option to pay a lesser event fee to attend the event without catering, which would mean that you need to supply, store, prepare and cook your own food in your campsite. The event prices can be found on the event website: Event Prices. There is a second kitchen at the top end of the site that has a fridge, stove, oven and microwave that you are welcome to use – we just ask that you clean up after each use and keep label any foods or drinks stored in the fridge.
Event Prices – Where can I find them?
The event prices can be found on the event website: Event Prices
There is no additional cost to camp onsite – only for use of bunks.
These prices are higher than previous years to cover rising costs and the cost of a third party company supplying and putting up/down much of the event infrastructure, as well as transporting event equipment. This will greatly reduce the burden of setup/packdown on SCA attendees of the event.
When are the price rises?
This year we have introduced early bird pricing.
Early bird pricing round 1
Book and pay between 1 December 2025 and 31 January 2026 to receive a 20% on event prices (excluding bunk hire). Failure to pay by 7 February 2026 will cancel your booking and you will need to book again at a higher rate.
Early bird pricing round 2
Book and pay between 1 February 2026 and 31 March 2026 to receive a 10% on event prices (excluding bunk hire). Failure to pay by 7 April 2026 will cancel your booking and you will need to book again at the full event rate.
Standard pricing
All bookings from 1 April will be at the non-discounted event pricing.
Bookings for on-board will close at midnight on 15 May 2025, after that all bookings will be off-board only.
Final off-board bookings must be made by 31 May 2026 – no bookings will be taken after this date and no walk-ins at the event,
Payments for bookings made from 1 April must be made in full by 31 May – the exception made for overseas visitors who have pre-booked, who may pay in Australian cash at the gate on arrival.
Are fires allowed at the site?
Yes, provided they are confined to braziers and kept clear of nearby flammable materials (such as grass, trees, etc). Fires must be attended by an adult at all times or completely extinguished.
The Flame Tourney will proceed as normal, and there will be a communal bonfire each night on the Village Green.
Note: If there is a local Fire Ban in place during the event, no fires will be allowed.
What is the earliest I can enter the event site?
Gates will open for campsite set up from 12pm Friday 5 June 2026. As the event doesn’t start until 4pm, ensure that you bring your own food/drinks needed prior to Friday dinner (which is the first provided meal of the event for those who booked catered tickets).
If you arrive before 12pm, you will be asked to wait in the carpark until the site opens.
Vehicles cannot be kept next to campsites (unless directly arranged with the Stewards) and all vehicles, including towing vehicles for caravans, are to be in the site car park by 4pm Friday 5 June 2026.
Vehicles are not to be driven on site during the event, unless approved by an Event Steward. The 5km/hr speed limit is to be adhered to at all times, even during set up and pack down.
Can I bring animals to the site?
The site is a wildlife rehabilitation site – some wildlife, such as the kangaroos, can be territorial and attack domesticated pets. The decision has been made that no other animals will be permitted on site (excluding service animals, under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992).
I have a question not answered here
If you have a question about anything regarding the GNW 2026 event, please reach out to the Event Stewards at gnw-steward@lochac.sca.org