27/08/2026
Our Year 11 Geography students ventured north to Ikara-Flinders Ranges where anticipation was high for a remarkable transformation of the desert landscape.
With this year’s exceptional rainfall, the region came alive, native vegetation flourished, wildlife was abundant, and students experienced Fern Tree Falls in full flow for the first time. The group completed iconic trails including Rawnsley Bluff, Old Wilpena Station, and Arkaroo Rock, learning along the way about National Parks’ management strategies to protect Ikara.
A special highlight was meeting rangers Tanya and Ruadhan, who spoke about their connections to culture and the Bounce Back Program while working to restore the area after recent floods.
This unique, nature-based journey brought our group closer together, with many new friendships formed and valuable insights gained. Thank you to everyone who supported this memorable learning experience!