An educational resource for community

​Examples of tours you can choose

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Bush foods and First Nations history

Explore local native species and their traditional uses, fostering an understanding of Peek Whurrong perspectives and intercultural capabilitie

• Identify and describe native plant species

• Understand the cultural significance of bush foods

• Develop respect for First Nations knowledge and practices
   

Sensory herb garden

Engage multiple senses by smelling, tasting, and touching a variety of herbs, enhancing scientific inquiry skills and botanical knowledge

• Recognise different herb species through sensory exploration

• Understand the culinary and medicinal uses of herbs

• Develop descriptive vocabulary related to plant characteristics

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Sustainable ecosystems

Discover the importance of pollinators, soil health, and composting in maintaining thriving ecosystems

• Explain the role of pollinators in plant reproduction

• Understand the process of composting and its benefits

• Identify key components of healthy soil

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Animals in the garden

Interact with our chickens and worms and learn about responsible animal care, supporting personal and social capability development

• Understand basic chicken care and behaviour

• See the worm lifecycle and how they process waste

• Develop empathy and respect for animals

• Learn about the role of chickens and worms in sustainable food production

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Sustainable gardening practices

Explore various gardening techniques, from layout design to pest control, aligned with sustainability and environmental science curricula

• Design efficient garden layouts

• Implement companion planting strategies

• Apply organic pest control methods

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Environmental science and geography

Investigate habitat restoration, water cycles, and local geological features, supporting earth and environmental sciences

• Analyse the impact of human activity on local ecosystems

• Understand the water cycle and its importance

• Examine local geological formations and their significance

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Creative arts in nature

Engage in nature-inspired art activities, fostering creativity and visual arts skills

• Create artworks using natural materials

• Develop observational drawing skills

• Explore photography techniques in a natural setting

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Local history and heritage

Discover the site's significance in First Nations history and local industrial development, supporting historical knowledge and understanding

• Recognise the importance of the site to First Nations peoples

• Understand the area's industrial heritage

• Analyse how land use has changed over time

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Food technology and nutrition

Learn about sustainable food production and healthy eating, aligning with health and physical education curriculum.

• Identify various vegetables, fruits, and herbs

• Understand principles of backyard food production

• Learn about nutritional benefits of home-grown produce

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Urban design: sustainable solutions in action

Discover innovative urban design practices that prioritise sustainability and environmental harmony. 

• Discover how nature inspires sustainable architectural and urban planning solutions.

• Explore key concepts such as biomimicry, passive heating, worm composting toilets, and solar energy integration.

• Learn about natural ventilation for energy efficiency and discuss waste reduction and nutrient cycling.