Check out the video below for a sneak peek at what to expect!
NOYE 2026!
Get ready! The National Oblate Youth Encounter (NOYE) is back — and we’re gathering once again to celebrate faith, friendship, and the bold spirit of the Oblate family.
Young people from across Australia will come together in Victoria for four unforgettable days of prayer, reflection, meaningful conversations, and joyful community.
Whether you’ve been part of the NOYE journey before or you’re new to the Oblate family, this is your invitation to mark your calendar and make space for something deeply meaningful.
🎉 Special Deal Alert!
Register for Re-Encounter and pay for both Re-Encounter and NOYE by 21st September 2025 to receive a discounted rate of $180 instead of $210 for both!
The National Oblate Youth Encounter is an event that brings together young people from around Australia who wish to share their Catholic faith in tandem with the Charism of St Eugene de Mazenod. If you are in the age bracket of year 12 students (in 2026) to 30 years old, why not give it a go!
Join us “On the Road” over three inspiring days where we will explore and embrace the charism of St Eugene de Mazenod . It will be a great chance to grow in faith and reflect, as well as sharing plenty of fun with other young people. NOYE provides a balance of prayer, workshops, open-forums, liturgy and community time to enjoy the recreational activities available.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!
WHEN:
Sunday 4th - Wednesday 7th January 2026.
NOYE starts on Sunday the 4th Jan at St Eugenes Centre for Mission at 11:00am. Given the distance between Melbourne Airport and the retreat centre, we suggest interstate participants arrive on Saturday 3rd January. We are planning an airport transfer to depart Melbourne Airport at approximately 3:30pm on Saturday 3 January to take participants directly to the retreat centre. Unfortunately we will be very limited in how many transfers we can arrange, but will do our best to work with you and provide transport where we can. We will be able to arrange transport from Moe train station.
NOYE will conclude at 11:30am on Wednesday 7th January. Interstate participants will be taken to Tullamarine Airport from the retreat centre and flights should be booked departing from 3:30pm.
As soon as you have booked your flights, please let us know so that we can work with you to arrange transfers.
COST:
The cost for NOYE is $150 and there are a few payment options. We can send you an invoice, you can pay the full amount (or pay installments) via the link below or you can pay when you arrive at NOYE.
SITE & ACCOMMODATION:
NOYE will be held at St Eugenes Centre for Mission in Newborough, Victoria. Participants are required to bring their own sleeping bag, pillow, and towel. It is a requirement that all participants, including those living in Melbourne, stay on site for the duration of the camp.
The address for the site is:
45 John Field Drive
Newborough, VIC, 3825
Registration
Before registering please make sure you have read and signed the Participant Code of Conduct. You can find all of OYA’s policies and procedures here.