As we move further into Kambarang, the Noongar season of birth and renewal, the signs of warmer weather and new life are becoming increasingly evident around us.
Our local bushland is looking particularly beautiful at this time of year, with flowering banksias, kangaroo paws, orchids and other native plants adding splashes of colour as the warmer weather settles in.
One of the most spectacular sights of Kambarang is the Moojar (Australian Christmas Tree), whose brilliant orange and yellow flowers begin to appear as the weather warms. These striking native trees are a distinctive feature of the Western Australian landscape and a wonderful reminder of the changing season.
Closer to home, our students have been particularly delighted by the appearance of quenda and their young around our school grounds. Watching these little native bandicoots scurrying about has brought much excitement and provided some lovely opportunities for students to observe and appreciate the wildlife that shares our school environment.
Kambarang also brings increased activity among other wildlife, including birds caring for their young and reptiles becoming more active as temperatures rise. It is a timely reminder to be mindful of the creatures we share our environment with and to take care when exploring our local bushland.
These everyday encounters are a wonderful way for our students to connect with Country and develop an appreciation of the natural world around them, reflecting the importance of observing and understanding seasonal changes within Noongar culture.