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Calrossy Anglican School is proud to be leading the way in environmental and cultural education as a pilot school for an innovative new project by the NSW History Museum. Invited by Patrice McMullen, Calrossy students have contributed to a dynamic new resource designed to support teachers and students across NSW.
As part of the project, students were asked to explore and document the story of a local waterway. Our Junior School Environment Leaders and Indigenous students (Years 2–6), guided by Mrs Whitton and Mrs Stoltenberg, conducted research centred around the Peel River in Tamworth.
The group took part in a significant learning excursion, engaging with local leaders including Tamworth Councillor and Gamilaroi man, Marc Sutherland, who shared the cultural and Indigenous significance of the area. The Department of Primary Industries also offered scientific insights into historical and contemporary waterway management.
Student-led advocacy followed. Year 5’s Digby Delaney and Noah Scott wrote to Tamworth Regional Council, raising concerns about pollution, fish barriers, and the need for increased cultural recognition. Their item was presented at Council, prompting action: two river strategies were merged to create a more cohesive and impactful approach to river stewardship.
Further advocacy is underway. Year 6 students Phillipa Roberts and Willow Genoli have written to the Local Aboriginal Land Council and the students intend to approach the state government for support through local MP Kevin Anderson.
The Calrossy segment, featured within the NSW History Museum’s new unit Beautiful Waterways… and Stinky Sewers , highlights the importance of student voice, partnership, and place-based learning — and will serve as a model for schools across NSW.
