1st Montrose Scout Group

13/05/2026

Some awesome news coming out of Scouts Victoria today! Membership is again on the rise across the state!

We like to take the credit for some (all 😉) of the growth - our Montrose Scout Group, restarted in 2023, now sits at over 80 youth members, supported by a team of over 20 adults.

Want to join the adventure? Send us a message or check out our website to find out more!

Scout Membership Grows Again.

As of this year’s Census, we have recorded over 3% growth across Scouting in Victoria.

More young people are choosing adventure, choosing friendship and choosing to challenge themselves.

Want to join in? Find one of our 400 Groups across Victoria at scoutsvictoria.com.au and trial fo free!

05/04/2026

Montrose Scout Group supports Boomerang Alliance and Scouts Victoria’s push for the Victorian Container Deposit Scheme to increase to 20c!

Bridget Vallence MP Aaron Violi MP

On March 30, the Mt Waverley Scout CDS Depot became the launchpad for a powerful new partnership between Scouts Victoria and Boomerang Alliance 🤝

Together, we're pushing for a stronger Container Deposit Scheme and shining a light on a simple truth: while the cost of running Scout Groups has soared, the 10c refund hasn’t changed since the early 2000s. That gap is hitting volunteers and community groups hard.

The solution? It’s time to make it 20c 💰

Why it matters:
🔹 Only 40% of the 3 BILLION containers sold in Victoria last year were recycled through the CDS
🔹 Higher refunds = higher return rates
🔹 Less litter, more impact

An alliance of 36 councils is backing the call, urging the Victorian Government to step up, expand eligible containers, and build a system that actually works for communities.

This isn’t just about recycling. It’s about fairness, cost of living, and building a circular economy that holds real value.

Want to help make change happen? Comment 20c and we'll send you the link to add your name or head to our link in bio.

10/03/2026

Over the past few weeks, our Montrose Cubs have been heading out into the bush to try something truly adventurous – real rock climbing at Whipstick Gully in Warrandyte!

With the support of the incredible Scouts Victoria Climbing Team and their experienced guides, our Cubs have learned new climbing skills, challenged themselves on natural rock faces, and built confidence in the outdoors.

From learning how to move safely on rock to cheering each other on from below, it’s been an awesome experience full of teamwork, encouragement, and heaps of fun.

This is what Scouting is all about – getting outdoors, trying new challenges, and building resilience through adventure.

While our Cub Scout section is currently full and not recruiting at the moment, we do have:
✅ Spaces available for Scouts (11–14)
✅ Limited spaces available for Joey Scouts (5–8)

If your child loves adventure, the outdoors, and learning new skills, Scouting could be the perfect fit.

👉 Learn more or start a free trial: https://scoutsvictoria.com.au/location/MONTROSE/

05/03/2026

Thanks Aaron Violi MP for coming out last Sunday for Clean Up Australia Day - it was fantastic to remove more than 500 kg of rubbish from our local area, improving our environment and teaching our young people the vital importance that Clean Up Australia Day plays!

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01/03/2026

Montrose Scouts Step Up for Clean Up Australia Day! 💚🌿

What an incredible effort from our Montrose Scout Group today as we joined forces with Montrose Township Group for Clean Up Australia Day!

Together, our Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, Leaders and families rolled up their sleeves and removed over 500kg of rubbish from around our local area. An absolutely outstanding result for our community 👏

We were shocked at what we found - car tyres, old road signs, doors, boxes, fake grass, and so much more. It’s amazing what can accumulate, but even more amazing what can be achieved when a community comes together with purpose.

A big thank you to Aaron Violi MP for coming down, getting involved, and chipping in alongside our young people. Your support means a lot to our Group and to Montrose.

Days like today are what Scouting is all about - community service, teamwork, leadership, and caring for the place we call home. We are so proud of our young people for the way they represented Montrose with energy, enthusiasm, and pride.


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27/02/2026

Join Scouts today!

For a free 3 week trial, register here: https://scoutsvictoria.com.au/location/MONTROSE/

16/02/2026

What an incredible afternoon for our Montrose Joeys! Tonight we headed up to Mt Dandenong, starting at Burkes Lookout near the TV tower and bushwalking all the way down to Kalorama.

The Joeys showed fantastic teamwork, resilience and curiosity as they explored the trail — and the highlight? We spotted a sleeping echidna tucked away in the bush! 🦔✨ An unforgettable wildlife moment that had everyone quietly watching in awe.

This is what Joey Scouts is all about — adventure, discovery, confidence and fun in the outdoors.

Looking for an awesome activity to jump into Term 1?

🔥 Join Montrose Joeys – Mondays 5:30–6:30pm

👉 https://scoutsvictoria.com.au/location/MONTROSE/

Come and see why our Joeys love getting outside and exploring their world! 🌏🌿

14/02/2026

Tomorrow should be a cracker - come and visit the Yarra Valley Farmers Market at Punt Road Wines, Coldstream and see us for a snag or bacon and egg roll!

February Yarra Valley Farmers Market Stall Holders 👩‍🌾
Get ready for a fabulous month at the Yarra Valley Farmers Market! 🎉 Here’s a quick list of the stall holders you can look forward to:

So many categories and stallholders to visit... Join us for a great month filled with local delights 🌟

13/02/2026

SURVIVAL MODE: ON

Last weekend our Montrose Scouts headed into the Latrobe State Forest near Noojee for a full-on Survival Camp and they absolutely smashed it.

✅ Carried all their own gear
🧭 Navigated through the bush with only a map & compass
🥾 Hiked to Seven Acre Rock over 12km away
💧 Filtered their own drinking water
🔥 Lit fires using flint and steel
🏕️ Built their own bush shelters

AND THE BEST PART…
👉 They slept overnight under the shelters they built themselves.

This is real Scouting. Real skills. Real confidence. Real adventure.

If your young person loves the outdoors, challenges, and learning by doing - this is what Scouts is all about.

✨ Want to join us?
📍 Montrose Scouts
🗓 Wednesdays | 7–9pm
🔗 https://scoutsvictoria.com.au/location/MONTROSE

Scouts Victoria Scouts Australia

04/02/2026

Term 1 is the perfect time to start something new 🚀

At Montrose Scout Group, young people jump straight into adventure, learning new skills, making friends and building confidence from day one.

Not sure if Scouts is right for your child? Try it with a free 3 week trial.

Joeys meet Mondays.
Cubs meet Tuesdays.
Scouts meet Wednesdays.

👉 Join today and start the adventure:
https://scoutsvictoria.com.au/location/MONTROSE/