Virtual garden tour

Immerse your Stage 2 Geography students in a virtual site study of Auburn Botanic Gardens in Sydney. Explore diverse habitats, investigate environmental interactions, and engage learners with focused inquiry questions and scavenger hunt activities directly from the classroom.

Stop 1: The Japanese garden

Discover how humans design landscapes to reflect culture, balance, and natural harmony. Students observe unique waterways, sculpted flora, and traditional bridges while completing their geographical scavenger hunt. Inquiry prompt: How do the human-made elements in this garden mimic and interact with natural landforms?

Stop 2: Native rainforest habitat

Step under the dense canopy of native Australian rainforest species. Students examine how vegetation adapts to varying levels of sunlight and soil moisture, comparing natural bushland characteristics with cultivated spaces. Inquiry prompt: What distinct physical features enable rainforest plants to thrive in this microclimate?

Stop 3: Native fauna reserve

Investigate the living environments of native Australian animals, including wallabies, emus, and birdlife. Students track wildlife adaptations and evaluate how urban reserves protect vulnerable species. Inquiry prompt: Why is it vital to preserve dedicated habitats within growing metropolitan environments like Western Sydney?