New Sealion Footage Offers Inspiring Insight for Marine Conservation Education
Newly released footage of Australian sea lions foraging in their natural habitat offers a captivating look at the daily lives of these endangered marine mammals. The live sea lion cam, available at greatsouthernreef.com, showcases these playful creatures diving, hunting, and interacting beneath the surface of Australia's coastal waters. This footage provides a valuable connection for educators delivering the Cool.org 'Seal the Loop' units, which engages students in inquiry-based learning focused on the causes and effects of pollution and the importance of
Limited Term 2 Spots Available for Biodiversity in Schools Program
Educators are invited to bring the Western Port Biosphere Reserve into their classrooms through the Biodiversity in Schools program. Limited Term 2 sessions remain for Thursdays and Fridays. Offered from Prep to Year 12, the program includes hands-on incursions and excursions, linking students to local ecosystems such as wetlands and wildlife habitats. The curriculum-aligned activities promote place-based learning and focus on critical thinking, conservation, water stewardship, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and First Nations perspectives. To learn more or make a booking,