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Making outside learning in
In case you needed convincing - or if you need some research to convince others of the benefits of outdoor learning, some recent studies present compelling evidence of why we need to get students outdoors. Brain development, physical development, emotional regulation, appreciation for nature that is urgently needed in a world where disconnection is rife… […]
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Native Bees in the news
One of PlantingSeeds’ missions – to support and propagate native bees – was the key focus of a recent Sydney Morning Herald and The Age feature. With mid-year’s World Bee Day generally shining the spotlight on the yellow and black European bee, we choose this time to promote our 1700 + native bee species to […]
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Bringing back the Bogong Moth
The bogong moth (Agrotis infusa), once an abundant presence in the Australian skies, is now vanishing. Known for its extraordinary migratory patterns and revered in Aboriginal culture, this unassuming insect plays a vital role in both ecological balance and Indigenous heritage. But in recent decades, the bogong moth has faced a dramatic population collapse and […]
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Follow the rain - the yellow-tailed black cockatoo
Have you noticed different bird species appearing in seasons that are different to your childhood memories? Sydneysiders will have noticed the yellow-tailed black cockatoo in greater numbers in summer. In the Sydney region, they have traditionally been more visible during cooler months, but in recent years, their presence has been increasingly recorded during summer. This […]
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World Bee Day 2025 - Celebrating our Native Bees!
This May 20th marks World Bee Day 2025 - a day to celebrate our pollinators and the many integral roles they play in our ecosystems. The 2025 theme is ‘Bee Inspired by Nature to Nourish us All’, emphasising the irreplaceable role of bees in both our global agriculture systems, and our natural ecosystems. While the […]
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PlantingSeeds’ South Australian Program Begins
Through Penfolds Evermore Australia Grant PlantingSeeds’ B&B Highway officially establishes itself in Adelaide this April 2025 thanks to a generous Penfolds’ grant. The Penfolds Evermore Australia grant funding has allowed PlantingSeeds to take root in South Australia to build a pollinator-friendly regenerative and educational community initiative. Our B&B Highway program – Bed and Breakfasts for […]