This group of 20 boys from Orange’s PCYC were full of excitement as they prepared to leave for the organisation’s Camp Mackay at Kurrajong in January 1965.

Secretary-Superintendent Constable R Hook secures their gear on the roof of the vehicle while the excited group queues ready to board. They looked forward to a week of fun at the camp, including swimming, games and nightly films.

Photo courtesy CWD negative collection, Orange and District Historical Society. The society holds a working day at Heritage Cottage (148 March Street) each Wednesday from 10.30am to 4pm (with a lunch break from 1–1.30pm). Members are available to answer enquiries at this time.