By BRIDGET SCOTT
STUDENTS dug deep for the environment at the Cannons Creek foreshore last week.
The Tooradin Grades 3, 4 and 5 students sewed seeds of life, when they planted around 300 native trees to improve the habitat of the bluff at the reserve.
The weather favoured all involved and allowed students the chance to learn about the habitat and their impact on the environment.
Teacher Brendan Cox said in the wake of his students’ learning about the harsh impact humans have had on the earth, “it was good to go against this trend, and do something positive for the environment”.
“I think the students felt the same.”
Mr Cox said that once grown, the trees and plants would provide a home for native wildlife in the area.
He said it was rewarding to know his class has made a positive contribution to the future of the Cannons Creek reserve.
“It is important that we teach the younger generation that they can be pro-active in their community and do things that benefit many,” Mr Cox said.
“It will be good to see current and future generations enjoying the results of our hard work in years to come.”
