Using the Oceans Resources Responsibly
This geography lesson uses the film My Dad the Fisherman as a starting point, as learners consider how people use, modify and change the ocean ecosystem to obtain food. Learners will examine some of the ways in which fishers try to look after the oceans and what sustainability means for the future of our oceans.
Why do we need the ocean?
In this Geography lesson for years 9-10, learners will explore why we need the ocean, what global fishing activities look like around the world and some of the pressures on it from overfishing.
Food: Different by Design
This 40-60 minute lesson for ages 12+ will introduce learners to some of the ways that seafood production can be designed for a more sustainable future. Learners will discover some of the innovations being made in aquaculture and wild fishing to help reduce pollution and entanglements with marine wildlife.
Kangaroo Beach
Kangaroo Beach is an animated series where four animal friends train as junior lifeguards, learning essential beach safety skills. The show, produced by Cheeky Little Media for ABC, integrates fun storytelling with vital water safety messages in each episode. Accompanying educational resources, including activity sheets and posters, are available for download to reinforce these safety lessons.
Rock Fishing Safety
The Beach Safety Hub “Rock Fishing Safety” page explains that while rock fishing is a popular pastime, it carries significant risks and it offers guidance on keeping yourself, family and friends safe. It includes safety tips, fact sheets developed for multilingual communities, subtitled safety videos, and personal stories from people who have experienced dangers firsthand.
Annie & the Waves Book
Annie and the Waves is a children’s storybook that follows Annie’s beach holiday and her growing confidence as she meets surf lifesavers and learns about waves, beach safety, and asking for help when needed. It highlights key safety messages such as swimming between the flags, raising your hand if in trouble, and choosing safe beaches. The page also offers a related interactive session of 20 to 25 minutes for young children to virtually engage with lifesavers and explore these concepts.
A Day at the Shore
This educational online beach safety game for diverse communities introduces children to important beach safety messages through a simple narrative. It is designed to help young readers understand common beach hazards and safe behaviours in a fun and engaging way. The resource supports early learning by combining storytelling with clear safety guidance.
Spin and Splash
The Beach Safety Hub “Spin and Splash” page introduces an interactive early education program designed to teach young children about water and beach safety. The program uses engaging activities and games to help children build awareness of safe behaviours near the water. It is tailored to early learners, making safety education fun, memorable, and age-appropriate.
Beach & Ocean Safety
The Beach Safety Hub offers essential tips to help you and your family enjoy a safe day at the beach. It provides guidance on preparing for a beach visit, including checking beach conditions with the Beachsafe app, understanding hazards like rip currents and marine creatures, and packing appropriate items such as sunscreen, hats, and swimwear. The page also emphasizes the importance of swimming between the red and yellow flags, staying hydrated, and knowing how to seek help in emergencies.
Beach Safety Videos
The Beach Safety Hub page provides a collection of videos that explain safe practices for swimming, spotting rip currents, and staying safe at the beach. These resources are designed to raise awareness of common hazards and help reduce the risk of accidents or drowning. They are also available in a wide range of languages, ensuring accessibility for diverse communities.