On Monday 5 May, Year 11 Geography students embarked on an excursion to Warragamba Dam as part of their studies on catchment functioning and flooding. The trip also supported their independent geographical investigations focused on flooding in the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley.

The day began with an insightful presentation from an education officer at WaterNSW, who explained the dam's role in securing Sydney's water supply and catchment management strategies to protect water quality. Students also explored differing perspectives on the potential use of the dam for flood mitigation.

Following the presentation, students were treated to a private tour of the dam’s infrastructure, exploring tunnels deep within the structure to witness firsthand how its systems function. The experience of walking through the tunnels and observing the inner workings of the dam brought their classroom learning to life. It was a fantastic opportunity to step outside the classroom and engage with real-world geography.

Mrs Laura Devlin