Attendees of the Southern Hemisphere 2026 Assembly need to be members of OBOD (The Order of Bard, Ovates and Druids). Membership is granted with enrolment into the Bardic Grade (not just the introduction pack). It is recommended that you complete at least the first ten gwersi (lessons) before attending. Those wanting a Bardic initiation will also need to have completed the self initiation ritual before attending.

Orana Guide Camp

Orana Camp is owned by Girl Guides Tasmania and has been operational since 1967. Orana is approximately 20 kilometres from Hobart city centre on the Eastern Shore and 10 minutes from the airport. It is established on 31 acres of natural bushland with plentiful bird life and native fauna. The property is situated on beautiful Roches Beach with direct access to the sheltered beach frontage, access is wheelchair friendly.

A large brick building consists of a commercial kitchen, large dining room with wood heater, carpeted conference room with electric heating, male and female amenities, disabled bathroom and will sleep 63 people comfortably in bunk rooms. Malunna is self-catering and is equipped with cooking, eating and seating facilities for 100. There is a commercial refrigerator, small freezer, 6 burner duel fuel stove and oven, bain marie, automatic urn, toaster and dish washer. There is a large BBQ near the kitchen. The laundry has a coin operated washing machine, dryer and iron. The conference room has white board and some audio-visual equipment including overhead projector, large screen and DVD player. There is a lectern and electric organ.

Please arrange your own transport to the venue. Roches Beach is located approximately 10 minutes (10 kms) from Hobart Airport. Off-street parking is available at the venue if you are driving your own or a hire car. We can offer some transfers between Hobart airport to the site and return after 10:30am Sunday. 

Please note:  When flying to Tasmania, you cannot bring certain items due to strict biosecurity regulations aimed at protecting the island's unique environment. Prohibited items include fresh fruit and vegetables, some seafood and animal products, plant material, soil and seeds.

Accommodation at the venue is in shared dormitory rooms with bunk beds. There will be 4-6 (maximum) people per room.

Limited camping available.

You will need to bring your own bedding, pillow and towel. (Can be supplied at an extra cost of $35)

If you have medical reasons precluding shared accommodation, or would simply prefer your own space. Please contact Jan – knightwalkerjan@gmail.com

$310 per person all-inclusive event, accommodation and catering. Includes site fee, plus catering – Thursday night, Friday all meals, Saturday all meals, and Sunday breakfast. Morning and afternoon tea will be provided Friday and Saturday.

A deposit of $50 will reserve your place and must accompany your booking. 31 January 2026 – payment in full is required and deposits are non refundable.

The event is fully catered for Thursday dinner, Friday breakfast, lunch and dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as Sunday breakfast. Morning and afternoon tea will be provided Friday and Saturday. Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free and other allergy options will be available only if you mark this on your booking form.

Initiations

Grade initiations will be available for Bards, Ovate and Druids. Please indicate your request for initiation in your booking form. More information about your initiation will be sent to you before the event.

Workshops and Talks

If you have a workshop or a talk you would like to share, we would love to hear from you. Make sure you fill out that section in the booking form. Please be aware that we may not be able to include all workshop submissions, and it will depend on the program.

Bardic Circles and Eisteddfod

The bardic circle on Thursday night will be casual. Those wanting to share a song, story or poem etc, can do so without needing to book a place in advance. For the eisteddfod, please let us know what you plan to perform on the booking form including an estimated time- no more than 7 minutes per person.

• Towel and swimsuit – there is a beach nearby
• Comfortable clothing
• Hat, comfortable shoes
• Toiletries Medications
• Ritual clothing
• Wet weather gear
• Sunscreen Bug spray
• Musical instruments
• Notebook and pen
• Torch for getting around the venue at night
• Drum (if you can)
• Do not bring illicit substances, or swords or ritual knives.