Waterway investigation

Use this resource to conduct your own investigation of a local waterway

Is there a place connected to water that’s special, or interesting, to you?

With more than 430 rivers and thousands of creeks, streams and wetlands, NSW is connected by water. Today, we know we must keep our beautiful waterways clean. We need them to survive, for our enjoyment and because they are culturally significant.

Student activity

Step 1: Download a copy of the activity:

Waterway Investigation Framework

Step 2: Watch the videos provided and then use the waterways investigation framework to conduct your own historical, geographical and scientific investigation of a waterway near you.

  • History
  • Geography
  • Science
  • Creative Arts