An education centre for today's community
Welcome to the
Urrbrae Wetland Learning Centre
Located at Urrbrae Agricultural High School, Netherby, The Urrbrae Wetland Project was one of the first urban wetland developments within close range of residential areas to be attempted in Australia. It is a living example of what can be achieved when government and the community work together towards common goals.
The Urrbrae Wetland began life as two seperate ideas between the City of Mitcham Council and Urrbrae Agricultural High School. When both parties realised they were considering similar projects they joined forces and the wetland was born. Its primary goal was to alleviate the long standing flooding problem along Cross Roads and the regular water logging of the Urrbrae Agricultural High School farm lands. The Wetlands and facilities, including the Learning Centre were officially opened by Premier John Olsen on April 11th 1997.
The successful integration of the Urrbrae Wetland wild aquatic and plant life within an Urban Environment has created a widely used example and a reference point for the future use of urban wetlands across the world. The Urrbrae Wetlands Learning Centre provides exciting opportunities for the education of thousands of school students as well as members of the wider community including local, national and international organisations.
'A Unique Learning Experience'
Urrbrae Wetland Learning Centre
Located at Urrbrae Agricultural High School, Netherby, The Urrbrae Wetland Project was one of the first urban wetland developments within close range of residential areas to be attempted in Australia. It is a living example of what can be achieved when government and the community work together towards common goals.
The Urrbrae Wetland began life as two seperate ideas between the City of Mitcham Council and Urrbrae Agricultural High School. When both parties realised they were considering similar projects they joined forces and the wetland was born. Its primary goal was to alleviate the long standing flooding problem along Cross Roads and the regular water logging of the Urrbrae Agricultural High School farm lands. The Wetlands and facilities, including the Learning Centre were officially opened by Premier John Olsen on April 11th 1997.
The successful integration of the Urrbrae Wetland wild aquatic and plant life within an Urban Environment has created a widely used example and a reference point for the future use of urban wetlands across the world. The Urrbrae Wetlands Learning Centre provides exciting opportunities for the education of thousands of school students as well as members of the wider community including local, national and international organisations.
'A Unique Learning Experience'
