Resources and activities

We provide a number of downloadable environmental education resources for families, teachers and adults wanting to connect with our environment. These resources have been designed to develop data collection and observation skills, but more importantly we hope these opportunities instil a love for nature and sense of stewardship to enable our community to protect our environment for future generations.

Waterbugs

Become waterbug scientists in this family friendly outdoor activity that will have all the family fascinated!

Green space mapping

Learn how to make mud maps with local illustrator Liz Anelli and map your favourite green spaces around Newcastle.

Email your favourite tree

Are you lucky enough to have a big tree in your backyard or close to your house? Or one on your street you love walking or riding past. Send an email telling the tree what you love about it and how it makes you feel.

City of Newcastle acknowledges that we operate on the grounds of the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.
We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
CN reiterates its commitment to address disadvantages and attain justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this community.