School excursion
Past in the present at Jibbon Beach
Stage 1 (Years 1-2), History, Royal National Park
Overview
This excursion is currently being revised to be delivered in line with NSW Education’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Principles and Protocols. We will be updating this excursion's name and information online soon.
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Through fun activities such as ochre painting, bracelet weaving and storytelling through dance, students will learn about local Aboriginal culture. We'll discover how the Dharawal People lived sustainably on the land, using plants for food, shelter, tools and medicine.
With their guide sharing knowledge of Country, students will develop a rich appreciation of Aboriginal life before white settlement.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
| Stage | Stage 1 (Years 1-2) |
|---|---|
| Learning area | History |
| Student outcomes |
HT1-2. Identifies and describes significant people, events, places and sites in the local community over time HT1-3. Describes the effects of changing technology on people's lives over time HT1-4. Demonstrates skills of historical inquiry and communication |
| Objectives |
Students will:
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Excursion details
- When
Weekdays during school term.
- Duration
- 4hrs
- Grading
- Medium. Guided activities in a park on grass, along a beach, through a bush track and along a headland.
- Price
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$17 per student for groups of 25 or more. GST included. For smaller groups conditions apply.
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Meeting point
- Bonnie Vale picnic area carpark (enter via Sea Breeze Lane)
- Equipment
provided - Yes. All equipment provided.
- Booking
- Contact your local NSW National Parks office for more information about the updated excursion.
Operated by
- School excursion inquiries - Sydney South
- 02 9542 0615
- npws.royalguidedtours@environment.nsw.gov.au
- PO Box 144, Audley NSW 2232
Park info
- in Royal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and South Coast regions
Royal National Park is open 7am to 8.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day. Payment options include Audley Visitor Centre, vehicle entry stations, pay machines and the Park’nPay app.
Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Students on educational programs: $1.10 per student. Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).
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