Department of Sport and Recreation

The Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre has a view to holding your next conference, event or function.

Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre is the perfect place for your next school camp adventure, community, family or business function and outdoor recreation program. We are only 20 minutes from the city and five minutes from Fremantle's heritage architecture, fantastic restaurants and hotels.

The centre was built specifically as a recreation and conference centre, so our facilities and programs fit together perfectly. The stunning views of the Swan River and city, the beauty of the property, the modern and functional accommodation, the swimming pool and the well maintained grounds make Point Walter a magnificent venue.

Our close proximity to both the Swan River and the Indian Ocean provides tremendous opportunities for outdoor recreation, corporate training programs and passive recreation. Talk to our professionally trained staff who can design a complete recreation program supervised by fully qualified and experienced instructors for your camp, function or professional development day.

Your stay at Point Walter

Background

Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre was first established as a migrant camp in 1948 as a "gateway to a new life". In 1972 it was used by the Education Department and home to the Graylands Teachers College.

It was taken over by the Ministry for Youth, Sport and Recreation in 1980 and run as a recreation camp. In 1986 the remaining migrant hostel buildings were demolished in a re-development of the facility. Officially being rebuilt by the Ministry, it was officially opened on September 26, 1986, first hosting the members of the Costa Smerelda Yacht Club who were the Italian syndicate which challenged for the America's Cup held in Fremantle.

The facility was used to stage youth leadership courses, sport and fitness seminars, live-in educational conferences and other community based programs. Today the facility still plays an important role in improving educational and recreational outcomes for young people.

A further refurbishment of the centre in 2005 funded through the Department of Sport and Recreation Camps Capital Works Program, provided for the construction of additional accommodation dormitory, dining rooms, new day area changerooms and ablutions as well as significant upgrades to existing amenities.

Camp staff

The Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre is administered through the Department of Sport and Recreation. The camp management team consists of:

Craig Waite
Manager

Deb Cook
Assistant Manager

Steve Wellman
Program Coordinator

This group is supported by a dedicated team of highly-qualified outdoor instructors who deliver and facilitate our adventure programs, together with a facilities and cleaning team who maintain and upkeep our facilities.

Your Swan River escape

The experience

Point Walter's stunning views and location provides an ideal escape from the city to the Swan River and gives the opportunity to experience the reserve and foreshore without travelling too far. A wide variety of adventure and leisure activities are available to create your unique experience.

Campsite accreditation

The Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre was one of the first campsites in WA to be accredited as an Active Australia Provider and we follow the guidelines of the Australian Camps Association and Campsite and Activity Provider Program whilst working towards achieving accreditation in this scheme.

Disability access and inclusive programs

The Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre is designed to meet disability access standards and the centre includes hard surface paths, ramps, and disabled shower/toilet facilities in all accommodation and meeting room areas. In addition to this, our recreation programs have been modified to include activities such as wheelchair abseiling, flying fox, archery and paddling. Please contact staff at Point Walter Centre prior to your stay to discuss access requirements.

Access information about Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre, Bicton

Check out the Point Walter Recreation Camp and Conference Centre page on the You’re Welcome WA website.

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Management and insurance

Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre, under the management of the Department of Sport and Recreation, provide public liability insurance within the framework of its accommodation and programs.

The location

Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre is located at Stock Rd, Bicton overlooking the Swan River and the Point Walter Reserve. It is accessible by car and bus.

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