These gorgeous lifecycle illustrations have been drawn by Kahlea Spiby, a 19yr old Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung woman living on Yorta Yorta Country. Kahlea has a background in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and was engaged by the River Detectives program after participating in a Youth Takeover program. Many waterbugs spend part of their life in the […]
Kayaking down Bendigo Creek
Unplug and Play was an innovative North Central CMA project created to encourage Gen Z’s to disconnect from technology and connect with the environment. The five-part documentary showcases the epic Bendigo Creek in all its forms and the natural environment that surrounds it. Kai and Jessie face all sorts of challenges along the way as […]
Getting the Buzz on Bees and other beneficial insects video
There is a huge variety of beneficial insects in our gardens. They help us pollinate, break down soil, and balance the local ecosystem. In this Junior Landcare video Costa shares his experiences with these special insects in his own garden.
Dramatising La Nina and El Nino climate patterns
Bridgewater PS requested a River Detectives incursion to help their students understand the factors that had contributed to the significant flooding their town experienced in October 2022. Coordinator Nicole involved the students in this dramatisation to understand La Nina and El Nino.
Riparian mural idea
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 […]
Blackwater pros and cons video
At the right time of year, good blackwater is nature’s gum-leaf tea and is huge boost for our rivers, creeks and fish. In the wrong conditions, blackwater can be toxic. Learn more with this video. And to learn how environmental water releases can help minimise the impacts of blackwater watch this video.
From River Detective students to WaterWatch volunteers video
A lovely story about the pathway from the River Detectives program to WaterWatch volunteering, highlighting the importance of fostering care for nature in the next generation and the future opportunities for River Detectives students.
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 […]
The way a creek starts to run video
We usually see our creeks and rivers with water in them but after a dry spell they start running again from inflows. Have you ever been on site to see it ? Watch this video and be entranced by the magic of nature!
Murray Darling Basin maps
Parts of northern Victoria are part of the Murray Darling Basin, a huge area of eastern Australia that drains water into the Murray and Darling river systems and supports biodiversity, towns and agriculture. For the basin’s boundary click here or to watch a great video on the Murray Darling basin click here.
