Geocaching NSW

07/05/2026

World GeoMay8 Day - 2026

One of the very best things about geocaching, is the great geo-mates you make along the way. We have all met so many wonderful people, both here and overseas, that we can call close mates.

Tomorrow, 8th May, is the unofficial World GeoMay8 Day, started by Calypso62, which has now spread all over the world.

Even a Google search recognises this:
The term "World GeoMay8 Day" refers to a geocaching event initiated by a user named Bruce (Calypso62) in Australia. 8 May 2026 is often celebrated as a dedicated day to connect with other "Geo-Pals" in the geocaching community.

Through his enthusiasm, Caypso62 has encouraged up to 50 geocachers from all over the world to host a "GeoMay8" event this year. There are 11 events hosted within Australia, so check out the list below to see where is one near you.

We hope to see you and your May8s at one of these events.

26/03/2026

Thank you, Orange!

On behalf of the Geocaching NSW committee, members and other geocachers in the community, we would like to say how much we enjoyed visiting your region last weekend. Around 40 teams from all over the state (and elsewhere) turned up for the 2026 Orange Expedition and experienced wonderful hospitality.

The three events we hosted, along with one hosted by The ROOS, were well attended, and the adventures that people experienced over the weekend were thoroughly enjoyable. Along with the Orange Food Festival, parkrun and the Biosecurity Collections tour, there was an enormous community spirit, with so many options of what to do. We can't thank the locals enough for all the caches, both old and new, and the variety of cache types, that the visitors could enjoy.

See you at the next Expedition in 2027 (wherever that may be).

PS: If you have any photos you want to share, you can post them here.

15/03/2026

If you're attending one of the Biosecurity Collections tours (your name will be in the comment below) - we hope you're looking forward to it. Here's some stuff to know:
1. Please don't arrive too early - 5 minutes will be great. A boom gate will be opened to allow us entry and we don't want traffic issues.
2. Please park in the parking area pinned on the attached map (address 1447 Forest Rd, Orange; coordinates S 33° 19.2733 E 149° 5.19). This is easily accessible by driving in the front gate and turning right. Do not park on the roadside.
3. The tours are scheduled for 30 minutes, with a bit of time for questions - so don't be afraid to ask some.
4. Dress is casual - no hazmat suit required!
5. Feel free to take photos and share them on your socials. We want everyone to know what an amazing place it is.
6. If you want more entomology, or collections of cool stuff generally, you may like to check out this new exhibition at Orange Regional Museum: https://shorturl.at/K8WwY

13/03/2026

THE 2026 ORANGE EXPEDITION (20th to 22nd March) is almost here!

It's only 1 week to go until we make our way to Orange and discover all the best bits the town and surrounds have to offer. Orange is a premier food and wine destination, renowned for its cool-climate wines, bustling café scene, and seasonal produce. What about checking out some of these?

* Hiking: Try the Federal Falls loop (4.2km) for a spectacular waterfall. 💧🥾
* History: Visit Millthorpe Village, located 20 minutes from Orange. This heritage-listed village feels like a step back in time with its cobbled streets and boutique shops. 🏡🏘
* Culture: Try the Orange Heritage Trail: A self-guided 1.5-hour walk starting at the Visitor Information Centre, showcasing the city's fine Victorian and Federation architecture. 📸👣📜

What are you planning to do on your visit to Orange?

We have three events organised over the weekend:

* A dinner event on Friday evening (https://coord.info/GCBFCMK)
* A picnic in the park on Saturday afternoon (https://coord.info/GCBFDZW)
[NB: Don't forget to wear something orange!] 🍊🍊🍊🍊
* A CITO on Sunday morning (https://coord.info/GCBFFZH)

Post your WILL ATTEND if you haven't already.

Our expedition also coincides with the start of the annual Orange Food Week. https://orangefoodweek.com.au/

Geocaching NSW is looking forward to seeing you in Orange!

10/03/2026

Planning your road trip to Orange if travelling from Sydney. Recent road closures will affect the journey to Orange over the weekend of 20th to 22nd March.

The following Transport NSW link explains the road closures: https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/news-and-events/media-releases/both-lanes-of-great-western-highway-closed-at-victoria-pass.

On Monday 9th March, Transport NSW announced that both lanes of Great Western Highway closed at Victoria Pass, due to defects in the road at Mitchell's Causeway, also known as the Convict Bridge.

This means if you are driving over the Blue Mountains to Orange, you will need to detour via the B59.

Traffic on the Great Western Highway (A32) is being diverted at Mt Victoria along Darling Causeway before joining Chifley Rd (B59) at Bell, heading to Lithgow. Rejoin the Great Western Hwy (A32) near Bowenfels/Lithgow. Continue on the usual route towards Orange.

Alternatively, if coming from Penrith, take Castlereagh Rd north towards Richmond and join the Bells Line of Rd (B59) there and head west. Rejoin the Great Western Hwy (A32) near Bowenfels/Lithgow. Continue on the usual route towards Orange.

We look forward to seeing you in Orange.

Geocaching NSW

05/03/2026

THE 2026 ORANGE EXPEDITION (20th to 22nd March)

It's only 2 weeks until we make our way to Orange and discover all the best bits the town and surrounds have to offer. Orange is a premier food and wine destination, renowned for its cool-climate wines, bustling café scene, and seasonal produce. What about checking out some of these?

* Local Produce: Sample fresh cherries, truffles, and figs from the region. 🍒 🍏🍎
* Antiques: Explore the collections at Dirty Jane’s. ⌚️📸
* Culture: Explore Indigenous Cultural Adventures with local Wiradjuri guides. 😃

What are you planning to do on your visit to Orange?

We have three events organised. You can help clean up at a CITO on Sunday morning.
(https://coord.info/GCBFFZH)

Our expedition also coincides with the start of the annual Orange Food Week. https://orangefoodweek.com.au/

Geocaching NSW is looking forward to seeing you in Orange!

Orange FOOD Week is Australia's longest-running regional food festival. Over 10 days in autumn, we celebrate the Orange region's produce, producers and chefs.

26/02/2026

THE 2026 ORANGE EXPEDITION (20th to 22nd March)

It's only 3 weeks until we make our way to Orange and discover all the best bits the town and surrounds have to offer. Orange is a premier food and wine destination, renowned for its cool-climate wines, bustling café scene, and seasonal produce. What about checking out some of these?

* Dining: Enjoy local produce at cafes or visit the Orange Farmers Market. ☕🥤🥞
* Nature: Visit the summit of Mount Canobolas for panoramic views of the region. ⛰️🌄
* For the kiddies: Ride the Model Trains at Matthew's Park (Saturday afternoons). 🚂

What are you planning to do on your visit to Orange?

We have three events organised. You can come along to Cook Park on Saturday afternoon. https://coord.info/GCBFDZW

Our expedition also coincides with the start of the annual Orange Food Week.(https://orangefoodweek.com.au/)

Geocaching NSW is looking forward to seeing you in Orange!

There are millions of geocaches worldwide, just waiting for you to find them. There are probably even some within walking distance of where you are right now. Visit Geocaching.com to see just how many geocaches are nearby and to learn how to start finding them.

21/02/2026

THE 2026 ORANGE EXPEDITION (20th to 22nd March)

It's only 4 weeks until we make our way to Orange and discover all the best bits the town and surrounds have to offer. Orange is a premier food and wine destination, renowned for its cool-climate wines, bustling café scene, and seasonal produce. What about checking out some of these?

* Cellar Doors: Visit cool-climate wineries. 🍷🍸🍇
* Botanic Gardens: Wander through 17 hectares of themed gardens. 🍎🫒
* Art & Heritage: Discover independent designers and galleries. 🎨🖼

What are you planning to see on your visit?

We have three events organised. You can start with the Dinner Event on Friday evening. https://coord.info/GCBFCMK

Our expedition will coincide with the start of the annual Orange Food Week.(https://orangefoodweek.com.au/)

Geocaching NSW is looking forward to seeing you in Orange!

Orange FOOD Week is Australia's longest-running regional food festival. Over 10 days in autumn, we celebrate the Orange region's produce, producers and chefs.

10/02/2026

We made the Official Geocaching Blog!

This week's newsletter has an article about all the events that were hosted in 2025. And right there at the top of the article is a photo of the log sheet from the Sydney GeoQuest Block Party held back in January 2025. If you look closely, you may see your name among all the other attendees.

We were one the 122 Block Parties held worldwide and was the first hosted in Australia (and Southern Hemisphere).

For more information about the numbers, follow this link:
https://www.geocaching.com/blog/2026/02/geocaching-events-went-big-in-2025/

18/01/2026

🎉 Wow! We had an outstanding response to yesterday’s announcement of the tour to the NSW Biosecurity Collections as part of our Geocaching NSW Orange Expedition! 🦋🔬

So much interest, in fact, that we’ve arranged a second tour to accommodate everyone! 🙌

✅ If you’ve already responded, check the list in the comments—your name should be there!
❓ If you’re not on the list and you’re still keen to join, please comment below with:
➡️ Your geocaching name
➡️ The number of people in your group

📍 Tour 2 Details
🗓️ Date: 22/03/2026
⏰ Time: 10:15am – 10:45am
🗺️ Location: 1447 Forest Road, Orange

❗ Important: There will NOT be a third tour, so don’t miss your chance!
👉 Comment now to secure your spot! 🧭✨

17/01/2026

🦗 Geocaching NSW has arranged a very special addition to the Expedition weekend in Orange on March 21–22 – a behind-the-scenes visit to the NSW Biosecurity Collections! 🏛️🔬

This is one of Australia’s largest collections of preserved insects 🐞, fungi 🍄, and bacteria 🦠—and it’s rarely open to the public! 🤫

For over 130 years, the Collections have built a library of biological reference material comprising over 800,000 specimens! 📚✨ From the beautiful 🦋, to the terrible 🦂, to the downright odd 🦗—they’re all here! In 2025 alone, 12,000 new records were added! 📈

The Director of the Collections will personally welcome us, showcase fascinating specimens, share insights into how this work protects our environment 🌿, and answer your questions! 💬

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📍 Tour Info
🗓️ Date: 22/03/2026
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 10:30am
🗺️ Location: 1447 Forest Road, Orange

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🎟️ How to book your place
Only 20 spots available!
👉 Please send a message via the Geocaching app/wbsite to our account (Geocaching NSW) with your geocaching name and the number of people in your group if you’d like to attend. 🧭. 🧭

Don’t miss this rare chance to explore science, history, and nature—all in one incredible visit!