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Wattlebrush School of Bushcraft & Wizardry

This one-of-a-kind school holiday club blends environmental education with the spellbinding world of Hogwarts. You won’t believe how much magic can be learnt in 3 days.

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Children making and playing with colourful potions on a picnic table outdoors.
Children and adults engaging in outdoor activities at a fair or festival, with some children playing on the ground and adults managing booths or crafts, and a person wearing a large green witch hat in the foreground.
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Four children dressed as witches from Harry Potter standing and sitting in front of a faux fireplace with 'Platform 9 3/4' sign and Harry Potter-themed decorations.
Three character charts titled 'Accio,' 'Expelliarmus,' and 'Expecto Patronum,' with magical symbols, surrounded by decorative items including stones, a frog, and small figurines, on a bulletin board.

Wilderness, Wonder & Wizardry

Which childhood memories last forever? Getting lost in imaginative games? Sharing a special fandom with friends? Discovering surprising wonders outdoors? Wattlebrush puts it all together, giving space for all the fun that comes from living in the moment with like-minded friends. Our nature-themed Harry Potter camps celebrate all things Wilderness, Wonder and Wizardry and all are welcome!

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Next camp 28-30th September

Of course, there’ll be plenty of the usual games, quizzes and general Bushcraft & Wizardry as well as:

  • Shop Creation – Dream up your own wizarding business: an apothecary, wandmaker, spellbook shop… you name it!

  • Stall Building – Mix paints from natural pigments, make signs and build a stall fit for Diagon Alley.

  • Magical Wares – Craft strange and wonderful items using natural oddities, recycled materials and whatever else we can transform into treasure.

Outdoor craft fair with tables displaying handmade jewelry, pet food, and accessories, decorated with colorful signs, flowers, and autumn leaves.

Every spring, a fully functioning Diagon Alley appears in the Balmoral bushland, filled with handcrafted wizarding goods and curious magical businesses. Over three days, Wiz-kids build everything from Owl Post to Potion Parlours as they prepare for the big bazaar, where family and friends join us to barter for magical wares. Extra Knuts can be earned at the Goblin Challenge Bank, while the rarest creations are saved for the Grand Auction.

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What?

Wattlebrush School of Bushcraft & Wizardry creates 3 day school holiday camps filled with immersive wizarding lessons, outdoor exploring, and bushcraft activities.

Who?

Wattlebrush is designed for Wiz-kids aged 8 - 12. Headmistress Sophie McGonagall leads the camp with help from guest Professors who are experts in their field.

When?

2026 CAMP DATES:

Winter | 6–8 July
Care of Creatures- No availability

Spring | 28–30 September
Wizarding Wares- Final Places

Summer | 14–16 December
Triwizard Tournament

8:30 am – 3:00 pm each day

Where?

We are in the Morningside Scout Hall, hidden within the beautiful Balmoral Park Bushland in Brisbane.

Why?

Because magic is everywhere……

The Four Houses of Wattlebrush:
At Wattlebrush, each new student is sorted into one of four Elemental Houses dedicated to the protection of an endangered native animal and their environment.

Wings

Guardians of the glossy black cockatoo, Wings students are creative thinkers, independent, and always ready for adventure. Their magical totem is the Skywhisper, a golden-blue bird whose song can calm cyclones and guide the lost.

A detailed illustration of a majestic hawk with outstretched wings, set against a background of clouds, a shining sun, and incorporating symbolic elements like shields and banners.

Woodland

Protectors of the elusive long-nosed potoroo, Woodland House is home to resourceful builders and loyal friends. Their magical totem is the Numbuzzle, a creature that communicates with fungi to create harmony in the bush.

A cartoon numbat hlding a paintbrush, sitting on a tree branch inside a forest. The numbat is encased in an emblem that looks like a badge with a banner and leaves, surrounded by trees and foliage.

Waterways

Defenders of the Mary River turtle, Waterways students are adaptable, intuitive, and skilled at balancing logic with empathy. Their magical totem is the Turtidal, an eight-armed terrapin that manipulates water and creates protective bubble barriers for allies.

A shield with an eight-armed turtle design, water flowing from it, surrounded by green foliage and a river with lily pads.

Wildfire

Bold and determined, Wildfire students protect the northern hairy-nosed wombat and embrace challenges with passion. Their magical totem is the Emberback, a glowing marsupial whose fiery droppings can brew the powerful Eternal Flame Elixir.

A wombat-like marsupial within a shield emblem surrounded by a fiery forest, holding a smoking jar, with flames and orange hues in the background.

Each house unites students in their mission to protect nature and celebrate the magical connection between bushcraft and wizardry.

Colorful glass bottles containing dried flowers and plants on a white tablecloth, with small brown jars, dried seed pods, and printed photographs, arranged outdoors with greenery in the background.
Children on a forest trail, some wearing hats, walking and exploring nature surrounded by greenery and trees.
Six children outdoors in a park dressed as fantasy characters, some holding sticks or branches, with trees and greenery in the background.
Children outdoors around a pink bucket with a raw egg, some herbs, and a liquids inside. One child is scooping with a spoon, others are observing or reaching towards the bucket.
Child with a red hat smiling and pointing at a colorful painted board of birds and a girl reading a book, outdoors on a play structure.
Children and adults gather under a large tree, working on arts and crafts at outdoor tables under a blue sky.

What Parents Are Saying

“The Wattlebrush school of bushcraft and wizardry is amazing. From engaging and creative leaders to hands-on creation of wands, potions, dragon eggs, and imaginative fun activities. It was a blast and the highlight of September school holidays. Highly recommend and we will be booking in again.”

-Simone, Wiz-Kid aged 9

“Wow Walter and Charlotte had so much fun. How do you come up with those activities?! I wanted so badly to join in myself. I’ve been reading the books aloud to them and it was so fun to see them fall in love with the Wizard world and feel like they were at a real Hogwarts school.”

-Millie, Wiz-Kids aged 7 & 9

“My son and daughter attended the school holiday program run by Wattlebrush School of Bushcraft & Wizardry. They had a ball and are keen to return again next school holidays! Sophie runs a great program that keeps the kids engaged and my kids really enjoyed all the play and nature based activities.”

- James, Wiz-Kids aged 11 & 13

“My Potterhead is convinced that Sophie is an actual witch. She told me that a tawny frogmouth will probably deliver her Hogwarts letter lol. Thank you for helping keep magic alive for her. I wish actual school was like this.”

-Tanya, Wiz-Kid aged 9

“A week at Wattlebrush School of Bushcraft & Wizardry was not long enough for my 9 & 12yos. Before the September week was over they were asking to be enrolled in the Summer session. Thanks for the awesome experience! ”

- Angie, Wiz-Kids aged 9 & 12

“I cannot tell you how much they both absolutely loved it, and the activities they did were amazing, how lucky we all are to have a camp like this in Brisbane!!(….) I can't tell you how much they absolutely loved the opportunity to be outside in nature and be creative and imaginative. ”

- Stephanie, Wiz-Kids aged 8 & 11

At Wattlebrush we….

  • Ignite curiosity through hands-on lessons in Herbology, Bushcraft, and Potions.

  • Foster creativity with art workshops and drama games.

  • Encourage self-expression with costumes, nature journals, and wizard duels.

  • Promote confidence through House Cup teamwork and Quidditch obstacle courses.

  • Nurture a connection to nature, learning to care for our magical creatures.

We can’t wait to welcome your Wiz-Kid to Wattlebrush!

Get ready for an immersive adventure where the magic is real, the friends are many, and the discoveries never end!

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Wattlebrush FAQs

  • Nope, not at all. Wattlebrush is a great introduction to the wizarding world. We take inspiration from Hogwarts classes but the main focus of our camps is the magic around us every day.

  • We keep our numbers small, and friendship is one of our core values at Wattlebrush, so we aim to build a connection in a 3-day or week-long camp. We release a small number of single tickets closer to camp opening for families looking to join in for the day.

  • Our activities are based on the first three Harry Potter books, so we encourage around the same age range as Hogwarts first years: between 8 and 12 years old. If your kids are outside the age range but love Harry Potter please do get in touch. We can chat about whether our program might still be a magical fit for them! We’ve had many younger adventurers join us who taught older campers a thing or two about wizarding lore.

  • It's $350 for 3 day camps. Each day is packed with 7 hours of immersive fun and learning! All materials are provided including personalised foraging bag, spell book and potions. Single day ticket prices are seasonal so make sure you check out our ticketing page for upcoming camps.

  • At Wattlebrush, we believe in deep discovery and real conversations. Our maximum group size is 15 enchanters, but depending on individual needs, we may cap it at 10. We want everyone to have the best experience possible!

  • We don't offer care after hours, but there's always someone onsite from 8am to 4pm. Our club hours are 8:30am to 3:30pm, with activities kicking off officially at 9am and winding down at 3pm.

  • Just bring your unconditional goodwill for those around you, food for the day (fridges are provided), a spirit of curiosity, sun protection, and hydration. We'll send a full guide with camp details before we kick off the magic! All materials for potions and spell crafting are provided.

  • We'll send a starter form to gather your child's comfort and safety requirements and make sure we can tailor an awesome experience. For accessibility, students need to be able to climb the cub den stairs with or without assistance. Many activities take place outdoors, so sun protection and weather-appropriate clothing are essential each day. We ensure all certifications, such as insurance, blue cards, and first aid, are current. Please keep in mind we spend a lot of time in nature and environmental kerfuffles like scratches and stings can occur. Luckily we are based at a Scout Hall and are always prepared.

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