Place and Liveability - Excursion
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Green Square, Sydney
Green Square, Sydney
Green Square has been one of the largest urban renewal projects in Australia, where it has been transformed from an industrial precinct to a sustainable community.
This Geography excursion takes students to one of Australia’s most ambitious urban renewal projects, where they will explore how sustainable design and urban development coexist to enhance liveability.
Students will investigate key features such as green infrastructure, renewable energy systems, water recycling, and community-focused spaces. Students will also analyse how Green Square addresses challenges like urban density, environmental impact, and liveability, providing a real-world example of sustainable urban growth.
This excursion allows students to experience and see future-focused solutions for urban places in our home city.
Excursion Details
Excursion Details
Dropoff and Pickup location - Mary O'Brien Reserve, Zetland.
Amenities - Public bathroom, water refilling points
Cost - $25 per student, including GST
Start Time - 9.30am
Finish Time - 2.30pm
The start and finish times for this excursion are flexible and can be adjusted to align with your school's timetable. Please select your preferred start time when prompted.
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Outcomes
Outcomes
GE4-1 - locates and describes the diverse features and characteristics of a range of places and environments
GE4-3 - explains how interactions and connections between people, places and environments result in change
GE4-4 - examines perspectives of people and organisations on a range of geographical issues
GE4-6 - explains differences in human wellbeing
GE4-7 - acquires and processes geographical information by selecting and using geographical tools for inquiry
GE4-8 - communicates geographical information to a range of audiences using a variety of strategies
Activities
Activities
Comparing and contrasting microclimates
Conduct shadow examinations
Assessing the impact of various building material on microclimates
Completing a land use map
Conducting an environmental quality survey
Completing a crime and safety audit
Conducting an affordability analysis
Assessing accessibility and public transport links
Completing a social and recreational spaces survey
Completing a congestion analysis
Inclusions
Inclusions
Five (5) comprehensively resourced lesson plans on Place and Liveability
A summative Assessment Task and its accompanying Marking Guide
Fieldwork Booklet
Risk Assessment
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