Learning about the therapeutic power of nature with Nature Play WA

The Governor and Mrs Dawson with Dr Kelsie Prabawa-Sear, Dr Maren ร˜stvold Lindheim, Professor Desiree Silva, Professor Helen Milroy AM, Grant Oโ€™Donoghue and Millie Allbon. Photo credit: Government House

โ€œTaking paediatric therapy into natureโ€ was the theme for discussion at the Nature Play WA breakfast event.

Beginning with a picturesque smoking ceremony at Kaarta Garup (Kingโ€™s Park) performed by Professor Len Collard, the Governor and Mrs Dawson enjoyed listening to world leaders in child and adolescent health who spoke at the breakfast.

Dr Maren ร˜stvold Lindheim, Professor Helen Milroy AM and Professor Desiree Silva shared their expertise and research into the therapeutic benefits of โ€œgetting our kids outdoors.โ€

The event also included an โ€˜in conversationโ€™ panel and Q&A facilitated by Nature Play WA CEO Dr Kelsie Prabawa-Sear.

Read the full article on the Government House website.