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Primary school students

Fun facts, games and ways to get involved in environment and heritage projects – they’re all here for students aged 5 to 12.

Check out our native animal fact sheets and see how much you know about native animals.

A cultural burn at Rick Farley Reserve

Read our fire facts and learn why fires start, how they burn and how we manage fire in parks and reserves.

"A landscape view of the Mungo Lunette, also known as the Walls of China, featuring sand dunes and sparse vegetation under a blue sky with scattered clouds. The unique geological formations and the contrast between the sand and the sky create a striking and picturesque scene.

Learn about national parks, the plants and animals that live in them, and how to help care for our parks.

Two individuals in lab coats examining a piece of wood with moss and branches on it. They are holding magnifying glasses and appear to be conducting an experiment or observation. The setting suggests a scientific or educational environment.

Learn more about the environment by getting involved in our citizen science program. There are a bunch of science projects you can join in.

A purple copper butterfly rests on a leafy plant with its wings spread out wide

Find out about some of the work we are doing and learn about threatened animals and plants with our threatened species education resources.

Duffer Creek, Gibraltar Washpool World Heritage Walk, Gibraltar Range National Park

There are different types of parks, reserves and protected areas in New South Wales. Learn about the importance of wilderness, our World Heritage sites and the significant natural and cultural heritage they protect.