{"id":11963,"date":"2026-10-29T11:20:38","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T00:20:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mli.org.au\/home\/?p=11963"},"modified":"2026-10-29T11:24:06","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T00:24:06","slug":"junior-river-rangers-make-a-splash-in-hay-schools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mli.org.au\/home\/junior-river-rangers-make-a-splash-in-hay-schools\/","title":{"rendered":"Junior River Rangers make a splash in Hay schools"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A word from the Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator (November 2026)<\/h2>\n

More than 100 students from Hay Public School and St Mary’s School took part in the Junior River Ranger Program on Tuesday 27 October, enjoying a series of engaging and interactive environmental education sessions.<\/p>\n

Five incursions were delivered throughout the day, reaching Stage 2 and Stage 3 students and providing a unique opportunity to learn about traditional Aboriginal fishing practices, sustainable fishing, and the importance of caring for our waterways.<\/p>\n

The Junior River Ranger Program is an inclusive environmental education initiative that encourages students to explore both traditional and modern approaches to environmental stewardship. Through hands-on activities and discussions, students gained a deeper understanding of how healthy waterways support fish populations and why it is important to protect these valuable natural resources for future generations.\"\"<\/p>\n

Students learned about the cultural significance of fishing and waterways for Aboriginal people and discovered practical ways they can help care for local rivers and wetlands.<\/p>\n

A highlight of the day was facilitators Brett and Wayne, who were fantastic with the students. Their relaxed and friendly manner made it easy for students to engage with the activities and learning. Through storytelling, discussion and hands-on activities, they created a safe and welcoming environment where students felt comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas and getting involved. Their ability to make environmental and cultural learning both fun and relatable was greatly appreciated by students and teachers alike.<\/p>\n

Feedback from both schools was overwhelmingly positive, with students thoroughly enjoying the experience. By combining cultural knowledge, environmental awareness and practical learning, the program inspired students to become future custodians of our inland waterways and the unique ecosystems they support.<\/p>\n

These events are being supported by Riverina Local Land Services’ Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator Program. Sustainable Agriculture Facilitators are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program.<\/p>\n

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This information was provided by Riverina Local Land Services’ Sustainable Agriculture Facilitator, Jade Auldist. Sustainable Agriculture Facilitators are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Natural Heritage Trust under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program.\u00a0<\/em>For further information on this article, please contact Jade at\u00a0jade.auldist@lls.nsw.gov.au<\/a>.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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