Blakebrook Students Champion Conservation Efforts

ROBERT HEYWARD

Students from Blakebrook Public School have embraced the opportunity to learn about their local environment from experts who are deeply committed to its care.

Last week, the entire school embarked on an educational excursion to Lindendale, where they explored conservation practices in partnership with the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) and Petaurus Education Group. The highlight of the day was a visit to Brockley, a private property near Alstonville that features a signifcant area of threatened big scrub rainforest. This remarkable site is protected in perpetuity through a conservation covenant with the NSW BCT, ensuring its preservation for generations to come.

The students were warmly welcomed by property owners Charlie and Jenny Handley. Charlie, who grew up on the property, shared his journey of actively