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Program Guide 2018
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Contents Kings Park for an excursion.
You guys do a fantastic job.”
Year 2 teacher,
Homes and Hideaways program.
Programs for schools 2
Events for schools 3
Kindergarten - Year 3 4
Years 3 - 7 6
Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park 8
Year 7 - Tertiary 10
Community programs 12
Kings Park story books 13
Make a booking 14
Excursion essentials 15
Excursion map 16
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Programs for schools Events for schools Limited
places.
Book early.
Events for schools page 3 Nyoongar Boodja PP – 10
Nyoongar Boodja PP – 10 Exploring the seasons of Nyoongar culture.
Djilba Festival PP – 6 Bunuru program: 13 – 15 March
End of Year Big Day Out PP – 6 Makuru program: 12 – 14 June
Kambarang program: 6 – 8 November
Aboriginal guest presenters share their cultural knowledge of the six
Kindergarten - Year 3 page 4 - 5 seasons and traditional Nyoongar life. Students will take part in various
activities traditionally associated with each season, such as mia-mia
Koora Koora Kaarta Koomba K –1 (shelter) building, bush tucker, music and dance, art and hunting.
From Little Seeds Big Trees Grow K –2 WA Curriculum: S | E | A | HASS | SUS | ATSIHC
Homes and Hideaways K –2 Duration: 120 minutes
Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - A Kings Park Adventure NEW PP – 1
Chunyart and the Cheeky Parrot
Djilba Festival PP – 6
2– 3
Explore science, Aboriginal culture and sustainbility.
12 – 13 September
Years 3 - 7 page 6 - 7 Guest Aboriginal presenters join students in the Western Australian
Botanic Garden for a fun-filled big day out, including a Welcome
It’s a Plant’s Life 3 –4 to Country, hands-on cultural activities including art, hunting, face
Life in the Water 3 –6 painting, didgeridoo and dance performances and the Kaarta Koomba
orienteering course.
From Firesticks to Fireworks 3 –6
Orienteering I 3 –6
WA Curriculum: S | E | A | HASS | SUS | ATSIHC
Duration: 9.30 am – 2.00 pm
Child Versus Wild 3 –6
Walk Back in Time (self-guided program) 3 –6 End of Year Big Day Out PP – 6
Environment Investigators 4 –7 Celebrate the end of the school year with a big day out.
Bizarre Botanicals 5 –7 4 – 6 December
Save the Seeds - Teamwork Challenge 5 –7 A fun-filled and exciting day of hands-on activities and nature play
at Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park. This fantastic end of year event
promotes teamwork, problem-solving, free play and connection
Year 7 - Tertiary page 10 - 11
to nature.
WA Curriculum: General Capabilities | ATSIHC
Bushland Carers 7 – 10 Duration: 10.00 am – 2.00 pm
Examining Ecosystems 7 – 10
Orienteering II 7 – 10
“The per about
Wildflowers and Walkways 7– T These events are fect environment for learning ere
Wadjuk Bidi Kaarta Koomba 7– T proudly presented by: Aboriginal cultur ; the presenters w
Memorials of War (self-guided program)
The Science of Conservation
9 – 10
11 – 12
excellent and entehusiastic. The children were
very engaged.” Year 3 teacher, Nyoongar Boodja event.
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Kindergarten - Year 3
Koora Koora Kaarta Koomba K –1
Long, long ago in Kings Park.
Discover how Perth has changed over time
and learn about its first people and traditional
custodians, the Wadjuk Nyoongar people.
Through song, dance and role play, explore
the Nyoongar language, recite and sing
a special song Yonga Sleeping. Learn how
Nyoongar people used plants and animals for
food, medicine, tools, shelter and protection,
with a focus on the roles of men and women.
Engage with the storytelling tradition
(yarning), play traditional games and enjoy
face painting.
WA Curriculum: S | E | HASS | SUS | ATSIHC | EYLF
Duration: 60 minutes
From Little Seeds NEW
Big Trees Grow K –2 Homes and Hideaways K–2 Snugglepot and Cuddlepie: Chunyart and the
The story of a tiny seed that grows into a Explore and observe living things in A Kings Park Adventure PP – 1 Cheeky Parrot 2 –3
forest giant. Kings Park. Explore science through classic Australian A Nyoongar story about connection to
Young explorers will be immersed in the Using observation skills in a woodland habitat, literature. country and family.
inspiring story of a tiny seed that grows into discover the living things that call Kings Park Join Snugglepot, Cuddlepie and Little Ragged Follow the story of Chunyart, a young
a majestic Marri tree. Discover the common home. Use guided investigation skills to help Blossom as they go on a Kings Park adventure Nyoongar boy and his cheeky Twenty-
features of the tree, its basic needs for growth, understand the needs of all animals for survival. in search of their missing bush treasures. eight Parrot on his journey through Wadjuk
and how flowers and seeds are produced. Search for invertebrates, evidence of animals Original characters and artworks are re-worked Country. Learn how plants and animals
Hands-on activities explore plant and animal through tracks and feathers, and identify in this contemporary tale integrating English provided food, tools, shelter and medicine
interactions and students collect natural different habitats. After recording observations, and Science curriculum outcomes. Students for Nyoongar people and how they took care
materials to make a bush crown. students share findings with the class to discuss are immersed in the story and the natural of the land (boodja). Students investigate
WA Curriculum: S | E | HASS | SUS what might happen if habitats change. environment through sensory activities, family structures and totems, and engage in
hands-on activities, including traditional first
“The teaching aids (tools, Duration: 60 minutes WA Curriculum: S | HASS | E | SUS
Duration: 60 minutes
drama and craft.
aid, hunting games and the use of symbols to
WA Curriculum: E | S |HASS | SUS | EYLF
skins, site) all added to the Duration: 60 minutes share a story of family and place.
WA Curriculum: S | E | HASS | SUS | ATSIHC
experience. The story was so Duration: 60 minutes
relatable for the kids.”
Year 2 teacher, Chunyart and the d en ts in the natural environment
“We loved being able to immerse st u and memories.”
Cheeky Parrot program.
ien ce s
to create real life exper ideaways program.
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4 Pre-Primary teacher, Homes an 5
Years 3 - 7
“Fantastic program. It’s a Plant’s Life 3– 4 Walk Back in Time Bizarre Botanicals 5– 7
So relevant for Year 4 Discover plant parts, pollinators and (self-guided program) 3– 6 Investigate biodiversity, classification
HASS curriculum. Children life cycles. History lies around every corner on this self- and plant adaptations.
Take a close look at the characteristics of guided walk along the Mount Eliza scarp. Discover the features and unique adaptations
loved interacting with the some amazing native plants and discover Take a walk back in time to explore the history of some of Western Australia’s most
environment. Seeing plants what makes a plant a living thing. Students of Kings Park. From the traditional owners’ interesting flora. Learn fascinating ways plants
“We liked the message of the
investigate plants at different stages of their connection to country; to the first European have adapted to survive in their environment,
and making connections in life cycles and explore the ways plants and settlers and the establishment of the Swan including plants with built-in sunblock and interconnectedness of the
their world was awesome”. animals depend on each other for survival. River Colony; through to the significance of smelly oils, carnivorous plants with sticky
environment and that students
WA Curriculum: S | HASS | E | SUS Kings Park today. leaves, as well as techniques for natural
Year 4 teacher, Firesticks to
Fireworks program.
Duration: 90 minutes Orienteering I 3– 6 WA Curriculum: E | HASS | SUS | ATSIHC bushfire survival.
have the power to influence the
Navigating nature. Duration: 60 minutes WA Curriculum: S | HASS | E | SUS
Life in the Water 3–6 Duration: 90 minutes environment in a positive way”.
Investigate macro-invertebrates.
This Kings Park orienteering course provides Environment Investigators 4–7
a great introduction to navigation skills, plant Save the Seeds
- Teamwork Challenge
Explore Western Australian habitats and the Year 5 teacher, Environment
Explore the biodiversity of a wetland uses and adaptations. In small teams, students
habitat with safe, hands-on investigation role of conservation. 5– 7 Investigators program.
use map reading, spatial awareness and
of life beneath the water’s surface. Pond Take a closer look at some of the iconic plants Can your team work together to save
problem solving skills to navigate a series of
dip for macro-invertebrates and use simple endemic to Western Australia, find out what the seeds?
control points, discover interesting plants and
identification charts and observation complete activities along the way. they are and why they are here. Explore Students work closely as a team to solve
techniques to record findings. Consider the Kings Park’s gardens and bushland to discover problems, develop leadership skills
WA Curriculum: HPE | HASS | M | SUS
food chains and life cycles of the animals Duration: 60 minutes
native vegetation types and plant and animal and engage in positive and effective
found in the Kings Park wetland. communities. Examine the relationships communication outside the school
WA Curriculum: S | HASS | E | SUS Child Versus Wild* 3– 6 between plants and animals in these environment.
Duration: 90 minutes Bush skills for personal development environments to create food chains and webs. WA Curriculum: HPE | SUS
and learning. After investigating the threats and changes that Duration: 60 minutes
From Firesticks to Fireworks 3– 6 face our local environment and habitats, develop
The fascinating history of Kings Park. The Australian bush is both fragile and harsh.
actions to help conserve and protect them.
In this program, you will be encouraged to
Discover the history and cultural significance respect and protect the natural environment, WA Curriculum: S | HASS | E | SUS
of Kaarta Koomba (Kings Park) in this Duration: 90 minutes
while learning how to explore and enjoy it
interactive walk through the WA Botanic safely. This program is an introduction to bush
Garden. Learn how the Wadjuk Nyoongar skills, with activities such as building shelters,
people were guided by the six seasons and finding drinking water, making safe campfires
used plants and animals for food, shelter, tools and making damper.
and medicine. Through role-play, discuss the
WA Curriculum: S | HPE | HASS | SUS |
first European explorers to the Swan River
Colony and consider changes that have taken
General Capabilities Special offer: Years 4 to 7 excursion bundle
Duration: 90 minutes Choose either the Bizarre Botanicals or Environment Investigators
place in Perth from early settlement to today. *Available Terms 2 and 3 only
WA Curriculum: S | E | HASS | SUS | ATSIHC program and add team-building programs Save the Seeds or
Duration: 90 minutes Orienteering at half price to create a full-day excursion.
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Marri Toilets
FRASER AVENUE
Pobblebonk
Jetty
Kaarla Yarning
Tree Hide
Peppermint Zone
Base
The Tangle
Dragonfly
Corner
Kulunga
Gully
The Burrow
Tuart
Rio Tinto Naturescape
Kings Park
Hollow
The Kings Park Education
Bungarra Green Room
Paperbark
Waterhole Dingo Dens
Ngoolark
Nest
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Billabong
Warty Yate
Base
Be Naturescape ready
Illyarrie
shelter Teachers planning an excursion to Rio Tinto
Paperbark Mia Mia
Naturescape Kings Park in 2018 are required to
Tunnel Creek
Conservation attend an information and site familiarisation
Zone
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Jarrah session. This will ensure the best possible excursion
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Toilets
for your class and meets the requirements for
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planning and risk assessment in this unique outdoor
Cubbies Paperbark
The Python Pods facility.
Banksia LEGEND Sessions are held monthly.
Base
Drinking water Check the website for upcoming dates.
Toilets + accessible
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bgpa.wa.gov.au/education
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Stinkwood Schools Entry
Car parking
Base
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The Spring Bike rack
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Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park – public zone
Kings Park Education – booked groups only
LEGEND
Drinking water
B Accessible soft paths
Accessible bridges, boardwalks and gully
Toilets + accessible Schools Drop-off and Hard surfaced footpaths
Car parking Meeting Point Seating pods & shelters
Bike rack
WADJUK WAY
Wardong
Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park – public zone Buspark
Kings Park Education – booked groups only
Accessible soft paths
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Hard surfaced footpaths
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Year 7 - Tertiary
“Great hands-on Bushland Carers 7 – 10 Wildflowers and Walkways 7 – Tertiary The Science of Conservation 11 – 12
Explore the role of science in plant conservation.
practical Bushland conservation.
Discuss Western Australian biodiversity and the
The Western Australian Botanic Garden tour.
Be delighted with this guided walk through Examine Western Australian biodiversity, the
experiences.” importance of its conservation. Learn about
taxonomy and undertake hands-on scientific
the spectacular WA Botanic Garden. Experience
the panoramic views from the Lotterywest
science behind conservation and the role Kings
Park plays. Students work as biologists using
Year 9 teacher, processes to collect specimens and identify current scientific techniques and case studies in
Federation Walkway and discover the fascinating
Bushland Carers program. species. Press a plant specimen to create a stories behind the iconic landmarks of this two-part program.
herbarium record and learn how to clean and Kings Park, its people, plants and animals. • Seed Science
dry seeds for future propagation. Pot up your WA Curriculum: S | HASS | SUS | ATSIHC Visit a bushland site to collect seed for
own native seed to take home. Suitable for Duration: 60 minutes or 90 minutes rehabilitation and identify plants using the correct
extension primary students. collecting and recording techniques to create a
WA Curriculum: S | HASS | E | SUS Wadjuk Bidi herbarium specimen. Learn how to clean, dry and
Duration: 90 minutes Kaarta Koomba 7 – Tertiary store seeds for future propagation and discuss
Nyoongar history and culture in Kings Park. current technologies in seed conservation, seed
Examining Ecosystems 7 – 10 dormancy and seed banking.
Take a ‘walk on country’ through the WA
Investigating ecosystems and • Biodiversity, Adaptations and Conservation
Botanic Garden with Kings Park Education’s
interrelationships. Observe the unique features and adaptations of
Nyoongar presenters. This program is designed
Consider the biotic and abiotic elements of to give students a better understanding of the native flora that enable them to survive in the
different ecosystems in Kings Park and Botanic significance of Kings Park to Nyoongar people, harsh Australian environment. Discuss current
Garden. Hands-on activities and surveying Nyoongar spirituality and their connection to Kings Park Science research and our role in the
tasks will help you discover more about the country. Discover how the Nyoongar six seasons conservation of critically endangered plants.
relationships between organisms and consider guided movement, food supplies and traditions; Memorials of War Bring your tablets or smart phones to document
the effects of human activity on ecosystems. and how the environment was used to generate (self-guided program) 9 – 10 specimens. Investigate the role of smoke water to
WA Curriculum: S | HASS | E | SUS all the food, medicine and materials they Explore the memories, myths and legends promote seed germination of native seeds, then
Duration: 90 minutes needed. This highly engaging and interactive surrounding Australia’s involvement in World using scientific principles, design an experiment
program incorporates language, traditional War I and World War II while visiting some of to test the effectiveness of smoke water.
Orienteering II 7 – 10 stories, artefacts and music from the didgeridoo. the memorials in Kings Park. Tours of the Kings Park Plant Science laboratories and the
Navigating nature. WA Curriculum: HASS | SUS | ATSIHC Much of Western Australia’s history is recorded
Western Australian Seed Technology Centre are by special
Duration: 90 minutes request only. Restrictions and conditions apply.
This Kings Park orienteering course provides in Kings Park. This self-guided walk explores key
a great introduction to navigation skills, plant Location: Pioneer Women’s Memorial area locations where Australians fought and the nature Event pricing applies for this program.
uses and adaptations. In small teams, students of warfare during World War I and World War II. WA Curriculum: ATAR – Year 11 and 12 Biology
use map reading, spatial awareness and Duration: 120 minutes
Contemplate the Gallipoli campaign, the significance
problem solving skills to navigate a series of of the ANZAC legend, walk the Kokoda Track
control points, discover interesting plants and memorial walk, visit the State War Memorial
develop compass skills. and discover historical figures and events
WA Curriculum: HPE | HASS | SUS which have helped shape our nation.
Duration: 60 minutes WA Curriculum: E | HASS
Duration: 60 – 120 minutes
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Community programs Kings Park story books
Zippy the Dragonfly and Friends NEW Chunyart and the Cheeky Parrot
Ages 2 – 5 Chunyart, a young Nyoongar boy accompanied by a cheeky Twenty-eight Parrot, leaves
his mother and aunties for the first time to join his father as they hunt with other Nyoongar
Join Zippy the Dragonfly and his bushland friends on a fun, maarm (men) of Wadjuk Country. Along the way, Chunyart’s father begins to pass on the
early learning adventure at Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park. katitjin (knowledge) about the importance of Kaarta Koomba (Kings Park) and how the
boodja (land) provides everything the people need.
Each week this interactive program introduces young children and their
carers to some of the special animals and plants that live in Kings Park. Most suitable for children aged 5 – 10 years.
Storytelling, movement and music, craft and nature-based activities will $19.95
engage and connect children to the natural environment.
2018 Program Dates
Autumn: May to June
Winter: July to September
Spring: October to November Snugglepot and
Cost: $80 for eight weeks Cuddlepie –
Duration: 45 minutes a Kings Park Adventure
Rio Tinto Naturescape Celebrate the 100th anniversary of May
Kings Park Gibbs’ classic children’s books with a
brand new Snugglepot and Cuddlepie
Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park is a place for children to connect adventure in Kings Park.
with nature, learn about the Western Australian environment and local Join Snugglepot, Cuddlepie and
Aboriginal culture; and is the home of Kings Park Education. Little Ragged Blossom as they search for the missing bush treasures.
Kings Park Playtime Stories On a journey through the bushland, they enlist the help of their friends,
Visit Naturescape for a hands-on, sensory, nature-play experience with including Mr Frog and Mrs Kookaburra, following on the trail of the Banksia
Learn unique tales about the plants and animals
your family or visit us for special activities with our Naturescapers during Men. May Gibbs’ original characters and artworks are reworked in this
that call Kings Park home with three fantastic story
contemporary Kings Park tale.
the school holidays. books ‘Singing in the Rain’, ‘Tummy Troubles’ and
‘Squiggle and Squirm’. Kids will be enthralled by “I always loved the Australian flowers, in Perth to begin with, and I used to make
characters including Pobblebonk the Frog, Jelly pictures of them, and finally I made little small figures with flower hats and
Belly the Earthworm and Mother Wood Duck. caps, and that how the Gumnuts started.” Author May Gibbs, 1968.
“at the e ur feet should be dirty,
Most suitable for children aged under 6 years. Most suitable for children aged 3 – 8 years.
your hair nd of the day, yo Instore March 2018 $19.95 each
messy and your eyes sparkling.” Shanti
Available at Aspects of Kings Park Gallery Shop instore or online aspectsofkingspark.com.au
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Make a booking Excursion essentials
Bookings are essential for all excursions to Kings Park, Fees and charges Five steps to a great excursion
including guided and self-guided programs and special
events. Bookings are also required for all informal visits by Charges for programs will be made on a per lesson basis 1. Decide on the Kings Park Education program that is
best for you. Bookings are essential for all excursions
school groups (including picnics and playtime) to ensure dependent on the number of students booked.
including self-guided visits, picnics and attendance
your safety in an emergency. Please note school groups
Education Program Fees at events.
are only able to visit Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park in
1 – 15 students $140 per class
conjunction with a Kings Park Education program booking. Visit bgpa.wa.gov.au/education
16 – 20 students $160 per class Call (08) 9480 3638
How to book
21 – 25 students
26 – 30 students
$180 per class
$220 per class
Email education@bgpa.wa.gov.au 4.
1. Visit the website for more information on
planning your excursion.
31 – 32 students
Additional students
$235 per class
$8 per child
2. Attend a free Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park induction
session before the excursion. This is a compulsory
Primary schools
bgpa.wa.gov.au/education Incursion travel fee $60 per booking requirement for 2018 visits, given the significant changes to
Kindergarten 1:4
the precinct. Download a copy of the Kings Park Excursion
2. Email your request to the Kings Park
Education Booking Office.
Education Special Event Fees
1 – 15 students $175 per class
Management Plan and insurance certificate from the
BGPA website.
PP – Year 2
Years 3 – 6
1:5
1:6
Email education@bgpa.wa.gov.au
Phone (08) 9480 3638
16 – 20 students
21 – 25 students
$200 per class
$230 per class 3. Be prepared by checking your itinerary to ensure all
booking details are correct. Know your bus drop-off point
Secondary schools
Years 7 – 8 1 : 10
Fax (08) 9322 5064 26 – 30 students $280 per class
and ensure your bus driver is clear about this location Years 9 – 10 1 : 15
3. The Education Booking Officer will respond to
your request via email.
31 – 32 students
Additional students
$300 per class
$10 per child
(see map on page 16) and please note the new entry
into Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park for school groups.
Years 11 – 12 1 : 30
4. Please read the School Visit Guidelines and
Self-Guided Program Fees
With an Education program $25 per resource pack
Decide where you will have morning tea or lunch and plan
accordingly. Provide students and adult helpers with advice 5. Arrive early at your Kings Park destination (at least
15 minutes before your program is due to start).
complete the Application Form. Without an Education program $50 per resource pack on what to wear and bring and where to park if travelling
Please note, your program will be cut short if you
separately. Consider asking students to wear their sports
5. Attend an essential Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park
induction session before the excursion date.
Wadjuk Bidi Kaarta Koomba program uniforms, closed-in shoes and sunhats, and be sure to bring
sunscreen, insect repellent, water bottles, first aid kit and
are late.
Please ensure you leave enough time for students
1 – 15 students $276 per class
6. Check your confirmation email to ensure your
booking details are correct. All changes must be
16 – 20 students
21 – 25 students
$276 per class
$276 per class
waste-free lunches. to use the toilets prior to the lesson commencing.
requested in writing. 26 – 30 students $336 per class
31 – 32 students $360 per class
7. Arrange payment of your invoice prior to the excursion. Additional students $12 per student
- All prices include GST.
- Minimum booking fees apply for late cancellations.
Please read the cancellation policy in your application pack.
- Separate fees apply for the Wadjuk Bidi Kaarta Koomba program –
please see table.
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Excursion Map
Saw Avenue
Picnic Area
May Drive
Parkland
16201 8
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Administration: 1 Kattidj Close, Kings Park, Western Australia 6005
t (+618) 9480 3600 e enquiries@bgpa.wa.gov.au
w www.bgpa.wa.gov.au
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