Edmund Rice Retreat & Conference Centre

13/05/2026

Welcoming softly the dawn of the day 😎

04/05/2026

Today we mark the Feast Day of Blessed Edmund Rice; whose courage and compassion laid the foundations of a mission that continues to shape lives today.

From humble beginnings in Ireland, Edmund Rice founded the Christian Brothers to provide education and opportunity for those most in need. That mission reached Australia, where schools were established in the same spirit of faith, service and hope.

Today offers a moment to reflect on the enduring impact of Edmund Rice’s work, and the responsibility we share to continue his vision: to act with courage, to serve with compassion, and to plant seeds that will grow in the hearts of future generations.

04/05/2026

02/05/2026

Sun is up and so are the happy market stall holders for today’s Fibre Frolic at Winbourne. Kicks off at 10am so pop in for a browse and some lunch 😎

01/05/2026

Happening tomorrow at Winbourne! Market Stalls, Demonstrations, Food Trucks, Ukelele Band and more! 10am-3pm - FREE EVENT. We hope to see you there.

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21/04/2026

Advice from a horse… take life’s hurdles in stride. Loosen the reins. Be free spirited. Carry your friends when they need it. Gallop to greatness 🐎

17/02/2026

Today’s visitor 😳 please watch for wildlife on our drive 🙏

16/02/2026

Good morning from tranquil Winbourne 🌞

22/01/2026

One from the archives 💡

20/10/2025

On Saturday, around 140 Eddie Ricers celebrated being a part of 37 years of making magic for kids and young people through Edmund Rice Camps NSW. We heard so many stories and relived lots of great memories (& shed a few tears). Thank you to everyone for being there, and for those who couldn’t make it, thank you for all that you do and have done!! It is not good bye, but "so long for now".

24/09/2025

Today we share difficult news: Edmund Rice Community Services (ERCS - affectionately known as Eddie Rice Camps) will wind down programs and activities by the end of 2025.

For nearly 50 years, ERCS has walked beside young people and communities where need is most felt—creating safe places to belong, to be heard, to laugh, and to know that someone believes in you.

Inspired by the Edmund Rice tradition, they’ve shown up where it matters most: with children and young people, families and carers, and older Australians seeking connection. Through camps, mentoring and leadership programs, community development activities and advocacy, they’ve worked to build connection, resilience and empowerment—not as one-off moments, but as habits of community that change lives.

The real story of ERCS has never been our name—it’s the Volunteers who gave weekends and holidays to create joyful spaces; Donors who trusted us to steward resources wisely; Staff who chose compassion and professionalism, day after day; Partners who opened doors so young people could discover their strengths and step into leadership.

Together, they’ve helped thousands of young Australians and others experience what everyone, especially children deserve: friendship, encouragement, challenge, and a sense of future.

Thank you for believing that small actions, delivered with empathy, change lives. The legacy of ERCS isn’t a building or a brand—it’s the confidence, connection and leadership now carried by the people we’ve served and served alongside. If you’d like to share a memory or message for our community, we’d love to gather those stories as a record of the hope you’ve helped create. Please contact [email protected] . We’ll continue posting updates at https://www.facebook.com/edmundricecommunityservices/