Cowaramup students say G’Day to the Bay | Photos

The hands-on cultural and environmental excursion aimed to give students a wider understanding of their own backyard, according to spokesperson Nicole Lincoln. 

“The day was a brilliant success, a buzz was felt by young and old and we very much hope to continue this event for students for years to come,” she said.

The visit was coordinated by parent volunteers within the school community, in partnership with staff and external organisations who provided educational activities on the day. 

“The focus of the activities is local marine flora and fauna, catchment waterway health, water and sea safety, sustainability and local indigenous culture and respect.”

The day commenced with a Welcome to Country by local Wadandi man Zac Webb, before a flare demonstration by the Margaret River Volunteer Marine Rescue Group. 

Students took part in group activities appropriate to their year levels, working alongside representatives from the Department of Parks and Wildlife, AMR Shire Waste Management Officers, Tangaroa Blue, the Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association, Busselton Jetty, Ngari Marine Park, Birdlife Australia, FAWNA and the Friends of Gracetown as well as a number of other groups. 

“This event aims to provide students with environmental education activities suitable to be delivered at the beach to increase their awareness of how land activities impact the bay and the environmental values of the bay we are so lucky to work, live and play,” said Ms Lincoln.