VIDEO: Soothing children’s behaviour with the wonders of nature
Thursday, 06 October 2016
by Natura Pacific
Our natural world is filled with so many wonders! But did you ever stop to think about how much of an impact being out in nature can have on how we feel or how it may influence a child’s behaviour? Children can be so very sensitive to all that is going on around them, and
- Published in Education, Nature Play, Videos
VIDEO: Seeking out wildlife on the Gold Coast
Tuesday, 04 October 2016
by Natura Pacific
The variety of wildlife that live here with us on the Gold Coast will truly surprise you. All you need to know is where to look! Join Rochelle as she shares with you a delightful recent encounter with some native black swans and their two adorable young signets who are enjoying the waters of one
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Australian birds, black swan, freshwater lake, gold coast, Gold Coast wildlife, Robina Lakes, signet, water birds, Wildlife
Connecting Community for Waterways – South East QLD
Friday, 30 September 2016
by Natura Pacific
During 2013 and 2014 team at Natura Pacific were proud to help facilitate and implement the Connecting Community for Waterways project. This project was undertaken as a service to the community which was focused on students and community collecting native seeds to provide as a resource to prison inmates participating in horticulture training, as part
- Published in Consulting, Education, GroNative, Resources
Pimpama River Catchment Study Guide – South East QLD
Friday, 30 September 2016
by Natura Pacific
Produced during 2013, the Pimpama River Catchment Study Guide rolls together information on catchment health, environmental processes, cultural significance, water quality, catchment health assessment and monitoring procedures in a ‘user-friendly’ format for teachers and students. It also provides lesson plans including a catchment tour for teachers and students and work booklets for students from years
Nerang River Catchment Study Guide – Gold Coast QLD
Friday, 30 September 2016
by Natura Pacific
Produced in 2011, the Nerang River Catchment Study Guide rolls together information on catchment health, environmental processes, cultural significance, water quality, catchment health assessment and monitoring procedures in a ‘user-friendly’ format for teachers and students. It also provides lesson plans including a catchment tour for teachers and students and work booklets for students from years 3
Coomera River Workshop, Drawing and Calendar Series – Gold Coast QLD
Friday, 30 September 2016
by Natura Pacific
In 2011 Natura Pacific coordinated this environmental education program to increase awareness and understanding of catchment health and the importance of our day-to-day activities in our environment. The program was also designed to inspire students about the significance of their local environment. The program sought students to draw pictures of what their perception of their
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catchment health, catchments, coomera river, environmental education, gold coast, Natura education
Gold Coast Waterwatch Program – City of Gold Coast QLD
Wednesday, 28 September 2016
by Natura Pacific
Natura Pacific successfully coordinated the Gold Coast Waterwatch program from 2009 to 2016, teaching thousands of students from early childhood through to senior high school about the importance of our waterways and catchments. Natura Education’s efforts included lifting participation rates from an average of 1,700 students per annum to 3,096 in the first year to
Outdoor Education – 6 activity ideas to get you started
Sunday, 25 September 2016
by Natura Pacific
Kids learn best when they’re having fun and what could be more enjoyable than getting outdoors and close to nature? There’s an emerging concern that children are missing out on the benefits of outdoor activities because parents may be anxious that their children will be hurt at play and that it’s safer to stay indoors.
- Published in Education, Nature Play, Resources
Tertiary & International Student Programs
Saturday, 17 September 2016
by Natura Pacific
Did you know Natura Education offers Tertiary & International Student Programs? Natura Education offers university, TAFE and international students a unique learning experience by providing expeditions with field study programs using a hands-on approach to conservation. Students are given an opportunity to have a ‘real life’ education experience by visiting conservation projects and/or other areas
- Published in Education
GroNATIVE: Taking gardening with natives to the next level
Tuesday, 13 September 2016
by Natura Pacific
Using Australian native plants for gardening is not a new concept. In fact we have been encouraged by many celebrity gardeners for some 25 years or more to give growing our Aussie natives a go. Indeed there are some distinct advantages in growing native plants with one of the biggest being their ability to meet