Tarooki Campsite

28/05/2026

May to October is campfire season 🔥

An evening under the stars is always a camp highlight. There’s something timeless about gathering around a crackling fire with friends – sharing stories, singing songs, toasting marshmallows and enjoying moments away from screens and distractions.

Speak to our friendly staff to book your campfire experience 👇
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07/05/2026

It's History Festival month in South Australia, so we thought we'd share a bit about the history of Tarooki.

Our campsite opened in Robe in November 1960 and was originally known as the Methodist Church Youth Camp. Methodist leaders envisioned the site as a modern outreach opportunity that would facilitate Christian education and fellowship.

Many volunteers helped to convert a woolshed which became the camp’s main complex.

The name ‘Tarooki’ – chosen in 2003 – comes from a Boandik word meaning ‘seagull’.

In June 2009, building commenced on our chapel/conference facility, which opened in February 2010.

Discover more about Tarooki here 👉 https://bit.ly/4tKSoD9

24/04/2026

Today, the Uniting Church in SA marks ANZAC Day.

“ANZAC Day is not only about memory, but about formation. As we honour those who served, we are called anew to be people who seek peace, embody compassion, and remain attentive to God’s presence, especially in a troubled world.”

📺 Watch an ANZAC Day message from Army Chaplain and Uniting Church Minister Rev Matthew Stuart here:
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09/04/2026

LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS: Little Dip Conservation Park 🌊

Just south of Robe, Little Dip is notable for its rugged coastline and variety of small, ecologically diverse lakes. These water sources and ecosystems are a fantastic learning opportunity for students studying geography and ecology. The park boasts beautiful bushwalking trails too.

About Little Dip Conservation Park, just south of the township of Robe, features a ruggedly beautiful coastline and conserves a number of small lakes.…

04/04/2026

🌅 Happy Easter!

“I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live.” (John 11:25)

Praying that everyone has a safe and blessed Easter weekend.

19/03/2026

LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS: Larry the Big Lobster 🦞

A short drive north from Tarooki Campsite will take you to Kingston, where a 17-metre-high crustacean guards the entrance to Janet's Takeaway. For a fish-and-chip lunch and a prime photo opportunity, don't miss a visit to Larry.

To book your next camp or conference, contact us at 8767 3124 or [email protected].

Larry the Lobster is 17 metres high and stands at the entrance to Kingston SE. Originally consisting of a restaurant, tourist area and small theatre, Larry is now home to Janet's Takeaway. Janet's menu features breakfast offerings, including all the favourites, with lunch and dinner meals such as se...

13/03/2026

It's great to see these Year 8s enjoying their time in Robe, with activities run by our Beyond Limits Outdoor Education instructors. Thanks for staying with us!

12/03/2026

LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS: Naracoorte Caves 🦴

The Naracoorte Caves National Park is South Australia's only World Heritage site. It makes for a fantastic daytrip from Tarooki Campsite!

Discover megafauna skeletons and other extraordinary fossil deposits, glimpse endangered bat colonies, and marvel at stalactites, stalagmites, and other geological formations.

To book your next camp or conference, contact us at 8767 3124 or [email protected].

Naracoorte Caves National Park is South Australia's only World Heritage site. It preserves Australia's most complete fossil record for the past 500,000…

03/03/2026

More fantastic photos from Encounter Lutheran College's Year 7 Camp, including some very impressive raft building!

03/03/2026

We loved hosting these Year 7s for an action-packed camp in Robe last month! 🚴‍♂️

27/02/2026

These Year 7s from St Brigid's College proved there's endless fun to be had around Robe!

✔️ Surfing
✔️ Exploring the beaches
✔️ The Naracoorte Caves
✔️ Ice cream outings
✔️ Larry the Lobster