Animal Tracks: Kalbarri National Park

These resources feature native animals that can be found in Kalbarri National Park. Learn their Aboriginal name, where they live, a fun fact, and how to spot their tracks in the wild! The beautiful native animal artwork on the front pages of this resource was created by Kyooya Designs. Kyooya Designs is an Aboriginal business located in …

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Child’s Play on 6PR Afternoons – removing barriers to outdoor play

6PR Afternoons – Every fortnight on Thursday’s from 1pm, Julie-anne Sprague is joined by various parenting pros, dieticians, and education experts to answer questions all about a child’s world and tackle the challenges that come up as a parent or guardian. This week, Dr Kelsie Prabawa-Sear, Nature Play WA CEO helped with getting the kids …

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Dr Maren Østvold Lindheim’s Visit to WA: Harnessing Nature for Healing

Nature Play WA recently welcomed esteemed clinical psychologist, Dr Maren Østvold Lindheim, from Oslo University Hospital, Norway, to Perth. Dr Lindheim’s visit marked a significant milestone in ongoing efforts to explore the benefits of incorporating nature into medical treatment for WA children. Her visit brought together leading pediatric healthcare providers and supporting organisations, and provided …

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Learning about the therapeutic power of nature with Nature Play WA

“Taking paediatric therapy into nature” was the theme for discussion at the Nature Play WA breakfast event. Beginning with a picturesque smoking ceremony at Kaarta Garup (King’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 …

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We Acknowledge
Nature Play WA acknowledges the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation, as the custodians of the land where our team lives and works. We also acknowledge the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and recognise the continuing connection of Indigenous people to their land, waters, sky, culture and community. We pay our respect to all Indigenous people of this land; ancestors, elders and young ones.