This stunning mosaic mural is found along the walking track beside the Loddon River in Bridgewater. It showcases the biodiversity and history of the river that is the heart of this small rural town. It’s made up of tiled aquatic and terrestrial flora and fauna images along with photos of iconic town buildings and important […]
Wanyarram Dhelk Bendigo Creek site signage
The gorgeous interpretive signs on site at Bendigo Creek’s Wanyarram Dhelk site near Knight St White Hills are a wealth of information about the cultural significance of waterways, caring for country (djandak) and water (gatjin). A visit to the site is a must do for schools in the Bendigo area. Learn more about the site […]
Gladys And Stripey picture story book
This story, written by Michele Gierck, is based on an Australian threatened fish species called Dwarf Galaxias (Galaxiella pusilla). Dwarf Galaxias are found in southern areas of Victoria but the book is valuable to all as a way of learning about waterways, native fish and the importance of healthy habitat and fish passage. Ideal for […]
“Wave Of Change” picture story book
This sequel to “When Water Lost Her Way” is the perfect tool for discussing climate change with water security as the focus. This second book by Meg Humphrys is a gentle introduction, a call to action. fostering positivity and hope over fear for the future. You can watch the online reading recorded by the River […]
Saving the endangered Plains-wanderer bird
Critically endangered and at risk of imminent extinction, the North Central CMA is working in partnership with Trust for Nature and Australia’s National Recovery Team for the Plains-wanderer. Find out more about Plains-wanderers by viewing these videos about these quirky creatures; of using song meters to monitor populations, Werribee Zoo’s captive breeding program, incubating Plains-wanderer eggs and this gorgeous footage […]
‘Drought’ and ‘Flood’ picture story books
Two books by Jackie French highlighting the impact of Drought and Flood on landscapes, flora, fauna and people. Read the books or watch the online readings to start discussions about the way climate and natural processes sometimes seem irrelevant in everyday life but their impact on us are brought to the fore in times when nature […]
Desert Lake – The Story of Kati Thanda – Lake Eyre picture book
It’s raining up north and soon everything will change for the desert lake. The dry salt bed of Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre shimmers in the desert heat. But far up north, the rains have come. Water is flooding into empty riverbeds and swirling down towards the lake. Soon everything will change. Although Lake Eyre is far […]
Digital story; If We Care We Can: A Story of How One Glider Helped Save a Forest
‘If We Care We Can’ is a digital children’s story which is freely available online. It is reasonably long, 60 pages, but turn on the audio and it’s perfect to watch/listen to as a serial over several days. It is set in the forests of northern NSW but has many relevant messages for Victorian students. […]
Weaving activity
Use natural items found at your local waterway or bushland, in your school yard or home garden to make a weaving like the one pictured at the link above. Hang it somewhere special to connect you with nature.
Mandala Art
Making a nature mandala is a great activity to tune into the colours, shapes and textures of natural objects at your waterway. Collect some treasures, plan a design and create a masterpiece. Ideally, this is done by the waterway where collected materials can stay on site. If collecting from your waterway and completing the activity […]
