CONTACT LIST
Organisation Contact Australian Association for Environmental Education
'Watercare' is a curriculum resource for schools which encourages passionate discussion about water, watercare, integrated catchment management, ecological sustainability and informed and active citizenship.
'Watercare' seeks to develop students' understandings of the importance of water in Australia and the world, and the interdependent relationship of water, environments and society.
Written to the national statement and profiles, 'Watercare' provides an excellent framework for integrating the global perspective across all areas of the curriculum.
Secretary
25 Tregeagle Ave
TEA TREE GULLY SA 5091
Ph/Fax: (08) 8395 7778
Email: aaee@chariot.net.auArbury Park Outdoor School
Arbury Park Outdoor School is a purpose built residential facility near Bridgewater in the Adelaide Hills. The school provides outdoor and environmental education programs for a duration of two to five days, relevant to the client school's curriculum.
The school is a prominent member of a local landcare group and the Onkaparinga Waterwatch network. Arbury Park is a statewide service of DETE. Non-government schools are also able to use this service.
Ph: (08) 8339 3237
Fax: (08) 8339 3313
Email: info@arburypark.sa.edu.auCatchment Care - North Adelaide and Barossa Catchment Water Management Board (CWMB)
The Board funds project officers who work with the community on projects aimed at restoring the health of the catchment. The 'Catchment Care' ('Our Patch') officers work with community and school groups to develop hands-on projects that address catchment issues, such as restoring degraded waterways and improving biodiversity.
'Catchment Care' activities include weed removal and re-vegetation, rubbish removal, educational walking trails and signage, water quality monitoring, creating and maintaining habitats such as wetlands, reintroduction and/or monitoring of native fauna, creek bank stabilisation and photographic monitoring.
Urban Catchment Care
The Urban Catchment Care Officer works to support and encourage community involvement in 'Watercare' activities in the urban areas of the catchment. The officer is based at the City of Salisbury.
Barossa Catchment Care
The Barossa Catchment Care Officer works to support and encourage community involvement in 'Watercare' activities in the Barossa region of the catchment. The officer is based at the Angaston Offices of the Barossa Council.
Northern Adelaide and Barossa Catchment Water Management Board
First Floor
59 Commercial Road
SALISBURY SA 5108Ph: (08) 8285 2033
Fax: (08) 8285 2133
Email: nab.office@nab.cwmb.sa.gov.auUrban Catchment Care
Ph: (08) 8405 8558
Email: sclarke@salisbury.sa.gov.auBarossa Catchment Care
Ph: (08) 8563 8489
Email: chall@barossa.sa.gov.au
Catchment Water Management Boards (CWMB): North Adelaide & Barossa
Vision
A community working in partnership for clean waterways, sustainable water use and a biologically diverse catchment.
Northern Adelaide and Barossa Catchment Water Management Board
First Floor
59 Commercial Road
SALISBURY SA 5108Ph: (08) 8285 2033
Fax: (08) 8285 2133
Email: nab.office@nab.cwmb.sa.gov.auCatchment Water Management Boards (CWMB): Onkaparinga
Vision
Working through integrated catchment management with diverse communities to restore, sustain and celebrate our catchments.
The Board is committed to raising the community's awareness to catchment related issues and actively seeks to encourage participation in the care of these important resources. To achieve success in this area, the Board is currently funding a number of community programs including:
- Our Patch
- The Onkaparinga Waterwatch Network (OWN), and
- The Watercourse Management Assistance Program.
Including Community, Resources and Project information.
www.onkaparinga.netOnkaparinga Catchment Water Management Board
The Salvation Army Complex
The Hub
ABERFOYLE PARK SA 5159Ph: (08) 8374 6000
Fax: (08) 8270 6274
Email: onkaparinga@onk.cwmb.sa.gov.auCatchment Water Management Boards (CWMB): Torrens
Vision
Throughout the catchment achieve sustainable water resources and healthy ecosystems through integrated catchment management and a committed community.
Torrens Catchment Water Management Board
5 Greenhill Road
WAYVILLE SA 5034Ph: (08) 8271 9190
Fax: (08) 8271 9585
Email: torpat@cwmb.sa.gov.auCatchment Water Management Boards (CWMB): Patawalonga
Vision
Protect the health of the catchments ecosystems and manage its water resources sustainability for the benefit of the community.
Patawalonga Catchment Water Management Board
5 Greenhill Road
WAYVILLE SA 5034Ph: (08) 8271 9190
Fax: (08) 8271 9585
Email: torpat@cwmb.sa.gov.auCatchment Water Management Boards (CWMB): River Murray
Community Action
Local Action Planning (LAP) Committees provide a vital link between the River Murray CWMB and the catchment community. Eleven LAP groups are funded by the River Murray CWMB and the SA and Commonwealth Governments to develop and implement on-ground action plans in communities stretching from the SA - Victoria border to the Coorong.
The River Murray CWMB's objective through working in partnership with catchment communities and stakeholders is to achieve a sustainable balance between the economic, social and environmental needs of the catchment and communities.
Community programs include:
- Water use efficiency training
- 'River Murray Waterwatch'
- Various community grants – community groups and schools
- 'River Murray Urban Users Education Program'
The River Murray Catchment Water Management Board
2 Wade Street
BERRI SA 5343PO Box 1374
BERRI SA 5343Ph: (08) 8582 4477
Fax: (08) 8582 4488
Email: rmcwmb@riverland.net.auLocal Action Planning Committees
Renmark to the Border Local Action Planning
117 Ral Ral Ave
RENMARK SA 5341
Ph: (08) 8586 6633
Fax: (08) 8586 5733Loxton to Bookpurnong Local Action Planning
PO Box 1516
LOXTON SA 5333
Ph: (08) 8584 7188
Fax: (08) 8584 7199
Email: lblap@riverland.net.auBerri Barmera Local Action Planning
2 Wade Street
BERRI SA 5343PO Box 229
BERRI SA 5343
Ph: (08) 8582 1922
Fax: (08) 8582 3029
Email: admin.lap@tsn.ccRiverland West Local Action Planning
12a Peake Terrace
WAIKERIE SA 5330
Ph: (08) 8541 2611
Fax: (08) 8541 3955
Email: rwlap@riverland.net.auMid Murray Local Action Planning Association
PO Box 10
CAMBRAI SA 5353
Ph: (08) 8564 5002
Fax: (08) 8564 5003Mannum to Wellington Local Action Planning Committee Inc.
PO Box 2056
MURRAY BRIDGE SA 5253
Ph: (08)8531 3222,
Fax: (08)8532 5300,
Mobile: 0417 801 884
Email: mwlap@lm.net.auLower Murray Irrigation Action Group
PO Box 2056
MURRAY BRIDGE SA 5253
Ph: 0500 519 619
Fax: (08) 8532 5300
Email: lmiag@lm.net.auCoorong and Districts Local Action Planning
PO Box 28
MENINGIE SA 5264
Ph: (08) 8575 1008
Fax: (08) 8575 1516
Email: ggates@coorong.sa.gov.auMurray Mallee Local Action Planning Association Inc.
PO Box 2056
MURRAY BRIDGE SA 5253
Ph: (08) 8531 2066
Fax: (08) 8531 5300
Email: mmlap@lm.net.auEastern Hills and Murray Plains
PO Box 2056
MURRAY BRIDGE SA 5253
Ph: (08) 8531 2077
Fax: (08) 8532 5300
Email: ehmp@lm.net.auGoolwa to Wellington Local Action Planning
PO Box 674
STRATHALBYN SA 5255
Ph: (08) 8536 4551
Fax: (08) 8536 3469Catchment Water Management Boards (CWMB): South East
Vision
Leadership for balanced catchment water management.
Water Allocation Plans:
www.secatchment.com.au/
water_allocation_plans.htmlThe South East Catchment Water Management Board
9 Wehl Street (cnr Wehl and Helen)
MOUNT GAMBIER SA 5290PO Box 30
MOUNT GAMBIER SA 5290Ph: (08) 8723 2271
Fax: (08) 8723 2965
Email: mjane@secwmb.org.auCentre for Groundwater Studies
The Centre for Groundwater Studies is an international cooperative research and education venture with a strong focus on processes of groundwater recharge, discharge, contamination, remediation and management. It addresses major land and water resources issues in Australia and overseas through interdisciplinary research by its member organisations, agencies and companies.
Centre for Groundwater Studies
C/- Flinders University
SoCPES
GPO Box 2100
ADELAIDE SA 5001Ph: (08) 8201 5632
Fax: (08) 8201 5635'Coasts and Clean Seas' is the Commonwealth Government's marine and coastal conservation initiative that encourages community involvement in the protection, management and rehabilitation of our coastal and marine environments. The program assists local communities in forming partnerships with local land managers to undertake projects that aim to:
- Improve and protect our coastal and marine habitats.
- Engender in local communities, including local industries, a sense of stewardship for coastal and marine areas.
- Provide opportunities and resources for residents, volunteers, business and interest groups to participate in coastal management.
- Support community identification of natural and cultural heritage resources.
'Coastcare' is a major component of 'Coasts and Clean Seas', the Commonwealth Government's marine and coastal conservation initiative that encourages community involvement in the protection, management and rehabilitation of our coastal and marine environments. The program assists local communities in forming partnerships with local land managers to undertake projects that aim to:
- Improve and protect our coastal and marine habitats.
- Engender in local communities, including local industries, a sense of stewardship for coastal and marine areas.
- Provide opportunities and resources for residents, volunteers, business and interest groups to participate in coastal management.
- Support community identification of natural and cultural heritage resources.
Robin Bishop, Coastcare Facilitator
Email: robyn.bishop@csiro.auConservation Council of SA (CCSA) Conservation Centre
The Conservation Council of SA (CCSA) provides information for schools on the conservation of natural and built environments. It operates a reference library and public information centre at 120 Wakefield Street, Adelaide; produces a quarterly, SA focused, environment magazine, 'Environment South Australia', and a regular newsletter, CCSA briefs on current issues and campaigns. 'Friends' membership of the council is available to students.
The Conservation Council of South Australia
120 Wakefield St
ADELAIDE SA 5000Ph: (08) 8223 5155
Fax: (08) 8232 4782
Email: general@ccsa.asn.auDepartment for Environment and Heritage
The conservation, protection and enhancement of the State's environmental resources and natural and built heritage are key drivers of the Department for Environment and Heritage. The natural environment provides the basis for economic development across the State, and the Department assists by regulating to ensure the sustainable use of these natural resources.
Through the Departments' web site, you will be able to explore the functions, programs and structure of the many, varied businesses of the Department, including National Parks and Wildlife SA, the Botanic Gardens, Plant Biodiversity Centre, Environment Protection Authority, and Heritage SA.
You will also be able to gain access to information relating to the Department generally, such as the Annual Report and employment opportunities.
Biodiversity
www.environment.sa.gov.au/
biodiversity/index.htmlBotanic Gardens
www.environment.sa.gov.au/
botanicgardens/index.htmlCoasts and Marine
www.environment.sa.gov.au/
coasts/index.htmlEnvironmental Protection
www.environment.sa.gov.au/epa/
index.htmlHeritage
www.environment.sa.gov.au/
heritage/index.htmlLand And Maps
www.environment.sa.gov.au/
mapland/index.htmlParks and Wildlife
www.environment.sa.gov.au/parks/
index.htmlSustainability
www.environment.sa.gov.au/
sustainability/index.htmlBranches & Officers
To contact specific branches or officers within the Department for Environment and Heritage contact:Ph: (08) 8204 9000 (Switchboard)
Regional Offices
Regional - Murraylands
Berri Office
28 Vaughan Terrace
BERRI SA 5343
Ph: (08) 8595 2111Regional - Eyre
Port Lincoln Office
75 Liverpool Street
PORT LINCOLN SA 5606
Ph: (08) 8688 3111Regional - Central
Kadina Office
1st Floor
56 Graves Street
KADINA SA 5554
Ph: (08) 8821 2588Regional - Clare
Clare Office
153 Main North Road
CLARE SA 5433
Ph: (08) 8842 3755Regional - Murray Mallee
Murray Bridge Office
Level 2 Mobilong House
Seventh Street
MURRAY BRIDGE SA 5253
Ph: (08) 8535 6111Regional - South East
Mount Gambier Office
SGIC Building
11 Helen Street
MOUNT GAMBIER SA 5290
Ph: (08) 8735 1177Regional - Northern
Port Augusta Office
SGIC Building
9 Mackay Street
PORT AUGUSTA SA 5700
Ph: (08) 8648 5300Department of Water, Land and Biodiversity Conservation
Due to restructuring of State Government Departments, changes will be made to the location of information and the type of information available. Check on this web site for up to date information regarding these changes.
Environmental Protection Authority (EPA)
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is a division of the Department for Environment and Heritage. Under delegation from the Environment Protection Authority the EPA administers the Environment Protection Act 1993, which seeks to ensure effective environmental protection, restoration and enhancement. Although many of the powers and functions of the Authority under the Act have been delegated to staff within the EPA, the Authority remains the prime decision maker.
Waste and Resource management
www.environment.sa.gov.au/epa/waste.htmlEco-efficiency
www.environment.sa.gov.au/epa/
ecoefficiency.htmlLicensing
www.environment.sa.gov.au/epa/permits.htmlEnvironmental Planning
www.environment.sa.gov.au/epa/planning.htmlPublications
www.environment.sa.gov.au/epa/pub.htmlFor information, publications and notification of pollution incidents (non-emergency) contact:
Ph: (08) 8204 2004
Freecall (country callers):1800 623 445
Fax: (08) 8204 9393
Email: epainfo@saugov.sa.gov.au'Frog Census' is a long-term community survey of frogs throughout South Australia. Individuals, schools and community groups collect frog recordings from many locations over a one-week period in early September.
The survey provides an annual 'snapshot' of the distribution and abundance of frogs in the State.
As frogs are well known for their sensitivity to pollution and habitat loss, the census increases our understanding of the health of our environment.
Talks to school or community groups can be arranged throughout the year.
Frog Census Coordinator
Environment Protection Authority
77 Grenfell St
GPO Box 2607
ADELAIDE SA 5001Ph: (08) 8204 2000
A non-government, non-profit organisation that provides professional support and resources to educators, students and community members. Through their professional development opportunities, school programs and resources the Global Education Centre aims to raise global awareness and empower people to act so that we can secure a more just, peaceful and sustainable world.
The extensive library includes teaching and learning resources about environmental issues, especially with a global perspective. Includes videos, posters and teacher resources for loan and for sale.
Global Education Centre
1st Floor
Torrens Building
220 Victoria Square
ADELAIDE SA 5000Ph: (08) 8221 6744
Fax: (08) 8221 6744
Email: gesca@global-education.asn.auThe Gould League seeks to create on-the-ground measurable improvements to the environment through its education programs, consultancy, publications and other activities.
The League has been active for more than 90 years. Over one million Australians have been members over this time. The Gould League is funded by sponsors and through its operations.
PO Box 1117
MOORABBIN VIC 3189Ph: (03) 9532 0909
Fax: (03) 9532 2860
Email: gould@gould.edu.auPO Box 56
MODBURY NORTH SA 5092Ph: (08) 8277 2851
Email: prattgouldsa@picknowl.com.auShop open from 10am-12noon at Ingle Farm Primary School.
Open other times by arrangement.Greening Australia's (GA) mission is to engage the community in vegetation management to protect and restore the health, diversity and productivity of our unique Australian landscapes. GA achieves this by providing technical advice and on-ground support for a wide range of stakeholders along with the delivery of the Federal Government's Bushcare Support contract throughout regional SA.
GA also provides skills development through workshops, and conducts a comprehensive range of educational activities for young people and school groups.
Natural Resource Centre
5 Fitzgerald Road
PASADENA SA 5042Ph: (08) 8372 0120
Fax: (08) 8372 0122
Email: pitman@greeningsa.org.auKeep South Australia Beautiful Inc (KESAB)
KESAB implements programs that preserve, improve and restore the entire South Australian environment. They provide information, support, and resources to the South Australian community encouraging best environmental practises.
KESAB researches and implements strategies to transform community behaviour in the environment, undertaking research and monitoring community impact on the environment. They also recommend and influence legislation and regulations that improve and protect the environment.
Keep South Australia Beautiful Inc
214 Grange Road
FLINDERS PARK SA 5025Ph: (08) 8234 7255
Fax: (08) 8234 7266
Email: admin@kesab.asn.auVision
The vision that guides and inspires Land & Water Australia is that our investments will move us closer to the point where Australians respect and understand our unique and diverse landscapes.
Land & Water Australia's mission is to provide national leadership in generating knowledge, informing debate and inspiring innovation and action in sustainable natural resource management.
For Educators
Land and Water Australia want to support education activities that help Australians to live more sustainably. If you have a project which is applicable to NRM education at a state or national level that you think they may be able to support in some way, contact the education coordinator.
For Education Related Funding
To complement their research portfolio, Land and Water Australia set aside a modest amount of funding to support education and training activities. They fund a number of post-graduate research scholarships each year as well as a range of fellowships designed to share knowledge and learning.
Ph: (02) 6257 3379
Fax: (02) 6257 3420
Email: landandwateraustralia@lwa.gov.auLocal Government Association of South Australia
The Local Government Association of South Australia is a membership organisation that provides services and leadership relevant to the needs of member Councils. Membership of the Association is voluntary and every Council in the State, along with the Anungu Pitjantjatjara has elected to join as a member.
Established in 1968 in its current form, the Local Government Association is recognised as the peak representative body for Local Government in this State.
Clickable map of council areas:
www.lga.sa.gov.au/public/councils.htmCouncil alphabetical listing with web site links:
www.lga.sa.gov.au/public/councils.htm16 Hutt St
ADELAIDE SA 5000Ph: (08) 8224 2000
Email: lgasa@lga.sa.gov.auMarine and Coastal Community Network (MCCN)
The MCCN is a national program administered by the Australian Marine Conservation Society, supported by the Natural Heritage Trust. The Network works to increase understanding, appreciation, protection and management of marine and coastal environments. It provides information and opinion from a variety of sources and initiates and supports community involvement to conserve life in the sea.
The MCCN produces a free national and regional newsletter and provides regular summaries of Australian marine-related issues via email. The Network can assist teachers, but is not resourced to handle student enquiries. The MCCN facilitates the 'Dragon Search' community monitoring project on seadragons and seahorses.
PO Box 720
PORT ADELAIDE BUS CENTRE SA 5015Ph: (08) 8440 3704
Fax: (08) 8447 4211
Mobile: 0429 678 869
Email: sa@mccn.org.auThe Marine Discovery Centre is a hands-on primary school marine science centre which caters for excursion visits during the school year. The Centre features temperate aquariums, marine trails, computer programs, working models, science experiments, art/craft activities and more.
Star of the Sea School
Ph/Fax: (08) 8356 8943
Email: thoile@star.adl.catholic.edu.auMarine Education Society of Australia (MESA)
MESA is a non-profit, national organisation bringing together people interested in the study and enjoyment of coastal and marine environments. MESA provides a forum for the sharing of ideas to facilitate the development of leading environmental education and interpretation programs with coastal and marine focus.
MESA also promotes the sustainable use of marine and coastal environments through education, hosts 'Sea Week' (generally held in the middle of March each year) and facilitates training, workshops and conferences. The web-site is a fantastic site for downloading free educational resources for educators, teachers and students.
Ph: (08) 8242 4359
Email: octopus@picknowl.com.auMount Lofty Ranges Catchment Centre
The Centre promotes sustainable natural resource management and opportunities, with community and government working together, maintaining and improving an environmentally, economically and socially diverse region.
Integrated Natural Resource Management (INRM) Plan available on website:
www.mlrcp.sa.gov.auUpper Level
Corner Mann and Walker Streets
MOUNT BARKER SA 5251Ph: (08) 8391 7500
Fax: (08) 8891 7524
Email: pirsa.mlrcp@saugov.sa.gov.auMount Lofty Ranges Watershed Protection Office
The EPA's Mount Lofty Ranges Watershed Protection Office will be working in close collaboration with landholders and other organisations – Catchment Water Management Boards, the Mount Lofty Ranges Catchment Program, local government, soil boards, Landcare groups, and other State Government agencies – to provide natural resource management support, technical advice, education for local action planning groups, and on-ground land and watercourse management projects.
Suite 2
85 Mt Barker Rd
STIRLING SA 5152Ph: (08) 8139 9913
Fax: (08) 8139 9901Mount Pleasant Natural Resource Centre
The Centre has available a wide range of books, manuals, fact-sheets, videos and pamphlets on plants, water, wildlife, environmental and landcare issues. It also offers free Internet access.
The Centre is housed together with the Barossa Council library, the northern zone Mt Lofty Ranges Catchment Program staff offices, and the Upper River Torrens Landcare Group staff offices. Staff includes a Community Landcare Officer, a Senior Land Management Program Education Coordinator, a Small Property Management Advisor, the Land Management Officer and associated staff of the Upper River Torrens Landcare Group, and the Natural Resource Centre Coordinator and its associated volunteers.
Mount Pleasant Natural Resource Centre
132 Melrose Street
MOUNT PLEASANT SA 5235Ph: (08) 8568 1907
Fax: (08) 8568 2699
Email: mpnrc@bigpond.com.auOnkaparinga Waterwatch Network (OWN)
The Onkaparinga Waterwatch Network (OWN) offers a range of programs and activities specifically designed for schools and community groups interested in learning about catchments and catchment health.
In addition to coordinating a program of community water monitoring activities, the Onkaparinga Waterwatch Network also provides a comprehensive training and development program for local teachers. A key focus of the teacher training program is an exciting new resource titled 'Catchment Connections'. The resource, which is delivered in the form of four folders, has been designed specifically for schools in the Onkaparinga Catchment Water Management Board’s area. It builds on the four main themes areas of Water ~Learning and Living and features a variety of lesson ideas and background information.
In addition to the focus on teacher training, the Onkaparinga Waterwatch Network, also provide individual classroom sessions on a range of catchment related topics.
www.onkaparinga.net/caring/waterwatch.shtml
www.arburypark.sa.edu.au/ConnOnka.htmThe Onkaparinga Waterwatch Network
c/o Woorabinda Environmental Education Centre
STIRLING SA 5152Ph: (08) 8370 1298
Fax: (08) 8370 1298
Email: sheralee@onkawaterwatch.orgOur Patch - Patawalonga and Torrens CWMBs
The 'Our Patch' Program is the key community involvement initiative of the Catchment Water Management Boards (CWMBs). It is aimed at providing the community with the opportunity to take positive steps toward the protection, rehabilitation and sustainable management of their catchments. The program offers technical, financial, in-kind and general support to groups and individuals within the community wanting to play an active role in reversing or preventing environmental degradation of their catchments. To date, the specific support offered by the program has included:
- Identification of Patches in need of remediation,
- Formation and on-going support of groups,
- Development of action plans and the implementation of these through on-ground projects,
- Educating groups about general catchment management issues,
- Educating groups in various management techniques used in environmental (catchment) management,
- Funding Our Patch Grants, and
- Identification of additional sources of assistance or resources.
www.cwmb.sa.gov.au/patawalonga/
projects/ourpatch/
www.cwmb.sa.gov.au/torrens/projects/
ourpatch/Natural Resource Manager
Patawalonga and Torrens Catchment Water Management Boards
5 Greenhill Road
WAYVILLE SA 5034Ph: (08) 8271 9190
Fax: (08) 8271 585
Email: jetwood@cwmb.sa.gov.auAcross the Onkaparinga Catchment area, members of the community are adopting patches of their local creek or river to protect and rehabilitate. A patch can be as small as a few metres or as large as several kilometres. Anyone and everyone can be involved in 'Our Patch' - individuals, families, groups of local residents, school communities, sporting and service clubs etc.
Through the 'Our Patch' program, eligible groups or individuals can access funding grants and professional advice, participate in workshops, and be a part of an established network of like-minded community members. The 'Our Patch' program can help by providing technical, financial, in-kind and general support to individuals and groups wishing to care for a patch of watercourse.
Trained 'Our Patch' officers can assist in the following ways:
- Identifying locations that need the help of an Our Patch group.
- Assisting groups to put together an action plan.
- Providing training in techniques used in environmental management.
- Assisting groups to apply for funding, particularly Our Patch Grants.
- In some cases, providing access to a materials allowance.
Our Patch Project Officer
Onkaparinga Catchment Water Management Board
The Hub
Salvation Army Complex
ABERFOYLE PARK SA 5159Ph: (08) 8374 6016 (Project Officer)
Ph: (08) 8374 6000
Fax: (08) 8270 6274
Email: jsmith@onk.cwmb.sa.gov.au or cdorr@onk.cwmb.sa.gov.auPrimary Industries and Resources South Australia (PIRSA)
Primary Industries and Resources South Australia (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency within the South Australian Government, supporting industries with a total value in excess of $7 billion.
It is committed to sustainable and responsible development as well as the fostering of internationally competitive industries across the primary resources sector.
Its business activities include:
- Agricultural and horticultural industry and policy development.
- Fisheries and aquaculture management and industry development.
- Minerals and petroleum exploration and development.
- Sustainable resources management including soil, landcare and productive use of water.
- Rural and remote community support services.
- Energy policy and regulation.
PIRSA
Head Office
Grenfell Centre
25 Grenfell St
ADELAIDE SA 5000GPO Box 1671
ADELAIDE SA 5001General Enquiries
Ph: (08) 8226 0222
Fax: (08) 8226 0476Suggestions and Comments
Freecall: 1800 622 921'Reef Watch' is a program where recreational divers gather data about the health of the oceans. Diver involvement develops community awareness about the state of marine ecosystems and triggers action for their protection.
'Reef Watch' aims to gather and disseminate quality information on the status of our marine environment. This involves the input of many of South Australia's top marine scientists and educators along with the help of hundreds of volunteers.
The 'Reef Watch' training program provides recreational scuba divers with the necessary skills to gather valuable information about the marine environment, which contributes to a growing body of information being used for the better management of human impacts.
Reefwatch
Email: info@reefwatch.asn.auAlternatively, contact the Conservation Council of South Australia Inc.
120 Wakefield Street
ADELAIDE SA 5000Ph: (08) 8223 5155
Fax: (08) 82324782River Murray Urban Users Committee (RMUUC)
River Murray Urban Users Committee (RMUUC) are a community group who are working in partnership with government agencies, other community groups, non-government organisations, individuals and businesses in the River Murray Urban Users Region. The group's work aims to raise awareness in schools and in the wider community, about the importance of the Murray-Darling Basin and River Murray, and encourage action to improve the health of the river system.
www.murrayusers.sa.gov.auThe RMUUC supports the 'Waterwise' project. The project aims to reduce the demand on the resources of the River Murray by promoting water efficiency and on site water re-use to the general community, schools and industry in the River Murray Urban Users Region in SA. These aims are to be achieved by educational materials and activities, presentations and workshops and best practice water conservation demonstration sites.
www.mda.asn.au/projects.htm#
WaterWise ProjectThe RMUUC supports the 'Water Conservation Partnership' project. The project will assist Local Government and the community in the River Murray Urban Users Region to:
- Encourage the use of incentive schemes for residents to reduce their water consumption.
- Use alternative water supplies.
- Increase water use efficiency.
- Implement a water conservation education program for residents and councils.
Project Manager
River Murray Urban Users Committee
Level 7
Reserve Bank Building
182 Victoria Square
ADELAIDE 5000 SAPO Box 3165
RUNDLE MALL SA 5001Ph: (08) 8204 9100
Fax: (08) 8226 0584
Email: rmuulapc@senet.com.auRiver Murray Schools Education Program - River Murray Urban Users Committee
Professional development sessions for teachers to:
- Integrate new and existing River Murray educational initiatives.
- Increase uptake of River Murray education by teachers and schools.
- Increase opportunities to be involved in learning about the River Murray.
River Murray Urban Users Local Action Planning Committee
Ph:(08) 8204 9100
Fax: (08) 8226 0584
Email: rmuulapc@senet.com.auThe South Australian Curriculum, Standards and Accountability (SACSA) Framework describes curriculum Key Ideas and Outcomes upon which learners from birth to Year 12 can expect their education to be built.
Key Ideas and Outcomes comprise the required elements of the new curriculum framework for all government schools and children's services. These core elements provide the basis for educators to design detailed learning and assessment programs which suit the needs of children and students in their settings and which emphasise local priorities. This recognises the contribution of local decision making in successful learning while also ensuring that all learners have a common curriculum.
www.sacsa.sa.edu.au/splash.asp
www.dete.sa.gov.au/decs_home.aspDepartment Of Education, Training And Employment
31 Flinders Street
ADELAIDE SA 5000GPO Box 1152
ADELAIDE SA 5001Ph: (08) 8226 1000
General Enquiries
Ph: (08) 8226 1527 or
Freecall:1800 088 158
Email: detecustomers@saugov.sa.gov.auSouth Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI)
SARDI is South Australia's primary marine research group, conducting scientific research and development activities on the aquatic resources of South Australia, principally into SA's commercial fisheries and the aquatic environments that support those fisheries. This research yields knowledge about the status of fish populations, the impact of fishing practices and aquaculture, and leads to the development of new commercial opportunities.
SARDI Aquatic Sciences is based at the South Australian Aquatic Sciences Centre at West Beach. The Centre has a non-lending resource library available for teachers (not suitable for students) to assist with teaching. The library is open Tuesday 1-4pm, Wednesday 9-12am, 1-4pm and Thursday 9-12am.
SARDI Aquatic Sciences
South Australian Aquatic Sciences Centre
2 Hamra Ave
WEST BEACH SA 5024PO Box 120
HENLEY BEACH SA 5022Ph: (08) 8200 2400
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