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Welcome
Welcome to the Rockingham Regional Environment Centre (Naragebup), the first purpose built environment centre in Western Australia
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Please note our new opening times

Weekdays Closed

Saturday 10:00am— - 4:00pm

Sunday 10:00am –- 3:00pm

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Turtle Rescue Program

Every year baby Loggerhead turtles are washed up on beaches around Perth and the South-west. We provide the only rehabilitation program for these critically endangered marine turtle

Butterfly House

Come and see our butterfly house which houses the entire life cycle of monarch butterflys.
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Rock Pool

AQUAFRIENDS ROCK POOL FINISHED AND OPERATING

Proudly sponsored by Fremantle Ports

Aquafriends Rock Pool is now operating.

The pool is a representation of a rock-pool found at

Point Peron and features local marine life in this area.

Shop

Visit our Sustainability Shop at the center

We carrying a wide range of sustainable and organic mechandise, books, and locally crafted products.

What's New?

Volunteer Stories

Dec 20112 new turtles were Rescued by the public in December and they would love you to come and visit themClick here to read the story on PerthNow of some of the turtles we have rehabilitated
RAY BOWMANThe dedication of the vollies still astounds meClick for full story
Community GardensWe offer community gardens for lease. This is an opportunity for people to grow their own organic vegetables using traditional permaculture.Call us to reserve your allotment
About us

Situated next to Lake Richmond, the Rockingham Regional Environment Centre (Naragebup) was opened in 2002 as the first purpose built environment centre in Western Australia. We are a not-for-profit organisation that was built by the community, for the community. The centre was established as an education and resource facility for the community, to enable a greater understanding of environmental issues and sustainable lifestyle choices.As well as educational programmes we also manage nature reserves around the Rockingham area and are involved in animal rehabilitation, including a program for the critically endangered Loggerhead Turtle.

What is there to see?At the Rockingham Regional Environment Centre you will find ourReptile RealmCritically endangered Loggerhead TurtlesButterfly HousePermaculture GardensBushtucker GardensNature TrailArtificially created wetland ecosystemWaterwise gardens

Entry

$6.60 - Adults

$4.40 - Children and Unwaged

Free - Under 5 Years

$16 - Families

Our open hours are -

Weekdays CLOSED

Sat : 10am - 4pm

Sun: 10am - 3pm

Volunteers
RAY BOWMAN Ray was born in 1940 something, and spent his younger years in Wellard where there were Brumbies roaming around the bush, no roads and a trip into Fremantle was on a milk truck which delivered to Sunny West Dairy in South Fremantle. Ray left school at 13 to work with his father in a market garden in Spearwood, which was owned by his grandfather. His first paid job was on a shearing team, then on to a cattle and sheep station owned by Ernest Lee Steere (Perth Mayor), and Tom Wardle’s (Tom the Cheap Grocer) station on Dirk Hartog Island. He then completed national service for 2 years and has since been driving Road Trains for the last 40 years, which he comments ‘gives you many wrinkles around your eyes’. In Ray’s words ‘I have been a vollie at Naragebup for about 3 years, doing what ever needs to be done, when time permits from driving four or more days away in the truck. I can always find time to drop into the Centre to say Hello, annoy some people and have a coffee.’ ‘The dedication of the vollies still astounds me, I don’t know where their energy comes from, especially taking into account the ages of some.’ We need more vollies and I hope to see the Centre go on and on into the future. I for one, will still stay in contact with the people involved and continue to work at the Centre for as long as possible. Ray.

RAY BOWMAN

Schools Our Education Program is aimed at both schools and community organisations and takes a hands on approach to learning which both engages and challenges students. A model of experiential and discovery-based learning allows students to develop their own awareness of environmental and community issues and themes. Lessons are developed in a way that will give the students the ability to implement the themes from each lesson in their own lives, in the classroom or around their homes.We at all times encourage students to ask questions and draw their own opinions from the information that they are given.Lesson plans are based on both the National and WA curriculums. They have been written by primary, junior-high and high school teachersLessons are presented in a manner that is meaningful and relevant to the age group and learning style of the students. Activities can also be customised to meet any specific requirements that your group may have.

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Contact

For more information on our education program and how it can meet your teaching outcomes, please call 9591 3077

or email education_naragebup.org.au

For Teachers

Public Liability Insurance

ACI Broking (WA) 20110725 Certificate of Insurance - ROCKIN REG - 75659.pdf

Curriculum Outcomes

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Lessons

2011 Lesson Outlines

We offer a range of lesson plans that meet both national and WA curriculum outcomes and can be customised to meet your specific requests.

Local History and Culture
Habitats
Sustainability

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Local History and Culture

This lesson is designed for students to discover both the natural and human history/culture of the local area. This includes both Aboriginal history and history since European settlement.Students are taken on an exploratory walk around Lake Richmond, the deepest natural fresh water lake in Western Australia and home to two critically endangered species. The lake is also one of only a few Thrombolite sites in the world. Students will learn about how the lake developed over thousands of years and the more recent changes that have taken place to the lake as a result of urban development. The class is also introduced to the lakes variety of flora and fauna.Students are then taken on a tour of the centre’s native bush tucker trail to learn about Nyoongar seasons and plant use, before enjoying a bush tucker snack.

Habitats

Habitats

Students take part in an introductory discussion about what makes a habitat and why they are important to our local environment. The class is also encouraged to think about ways that they can help to preserve and even create habitats in their local area and even their own garden.Students are then taken on a tour of the centre to explore the flora and fauna of the native bush boardwalk. They will next visit the butterfly house and see the entire lifecycle of Monarch Butterflies. The tour will also include a close encounter with reptiles and marine animals including snakes, lizards, the critically endangered Loggerhead turtle and the centre’s new artificial rock pool marine life.Students will also have the opportunity and dip for macro-invertebrates in the centre community built wetland ecosystem.

Sustainability

Students are introduced to the Environment Centre and the materials that went into its construction. This includes an activities to explore heat resistant design and energy efficient technology. The class is also are also introduced to methods that the centre uses to generate its own renewable energy, and rainwater capture that allows the centre to operate with minimal impact upon the environment.Students are then taken on a tour of the organic permaculture garden, chicken coop and worm farms, and are given examples of how these simple ideas can be used in their own home to reduce household waste, energy use and the need for chemicals in the garden.

Events

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What's Coming Up?

We host a range of events such as movie nights, music and community events.Our venue can also be hired for your events.

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School Holiday Programs

We run a variety of school holiday programs that are ideal for children of all ages.Bookings can be made for indvidual kids or groups.More information can be found below.

Living SmartiesInformation Coming Soon
Lakeside Outdoor CinemaThe Rockingham Regional Environment Centre is proud to announce a season of outdoor films at its unique lakeside amphitheatre. Bring your blanket and a special friend to chill out with a night of film under the stars.Next movie 4th Febuary "Freshwater" Click for Details

Next Car Boot SaleHeld on the first Saturday of the month.Sellers from 7.30am. Cost - $8 per BayBuyers from 8am. Cost - Gold coin donation.Includes free entry to the centre
Contact

Phone - 9591 3077

Fax - 9591 3066

email - rrec_naragebup.org.au

School Holiday

School Holiday Program

During school holidays we run programs perfectly suited to match the season.Whether it be for individulal kids, families or groups such as day care centres, we have a range of activities.Bookings are essential and can be made by calling 9591 3077You can download our winter holiday program below

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Turtles

Turtle Rescue Program

Each year baby Loggerhead turtles hatch on beaches in the north west of Western Australia. Many of these turtles get swept south into water that is too cold for them by the Leeuwin Current that flows down the WA coast. The turtles often are washed up on beaches around Perth and the South-west, usually after a winter storm.Loggerhead turtles are a critically endangered species. At Naragebup we run the only certified rehabilitation program in Perth or the South-west. When a turtle comes to us, it is paced in heated tanks and fed its natural food until it is strong enough to be released in an area north of Shark Bay. Release usually takes place around Christmas time.If you find a turtle, wrap it in a wet towel and call us.
Coral

Coral Tulloch

Meet Award winning author and Illustrator Coral TullochCoral has a passion for environmental education, and in 1999 began a love for Antarctica that has continued for over a decade. She is the author / illustrator of over 50 books for children, including the award-winning Antarctica: The Heart of the World. She is a dynamic, warm and amusing presenter who will captivate your students with her stories of Antarctica, as well the journey of her latest book One Small Island, co-authored and illustrated with Alison Lester, due for release in August 2011.Thursday, 23 June 2011Session 1: 9:30 - 10:30 Years 3 - 4Session 2: 11 - 12pm Years 5 - 6Session 3: 1 - 2pm Years 7 - 8$5.50 per student which includes a free bus service for schools in the Rockingham / Kwinana region.Bookings are essential. Please call Ann.
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This event is possible through the generous support of International Power / Mitsui

Supporters

Major Partner

Our Supporters

Outdoor Cinema

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Car Boot

Car Boot Sale

Car Boot SaleHeld on the first Saturday of the month.Sellers from 7.30am. Cost - $8 per BayBuyers from 8am. Cost - Gold coin donation.Includes free entry to the centre** NOTICE **Car Boot EventsWill continue to run while we are refurbishing.
Reptiles

Reptile Realm

In our newly completed Reptile Realm you will find species of snakes and Lizards that are found in Western Australia.Learn about their habitats, ecological status and even how you can make your back yard into a reptile friendly zone!Come see our: - Stimpson's Pythons- Western Bearded Dragons- South-west Carpet Python- King's Skinks- Bob Tail Lizards- Magnificent Tree Frog- Central Blue-Tongue Lizards- Northern Blue-Tongue LizardAnd more
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Gardens

Community Gardens

Bush Tucker

Native Gardens

We have organic allotments for lease. For a small fee you can have your very own patch to grow your own fruit and vegetables. Contact us to find out how.The gardens are open to the public, feel free to come on down and see how century-old permaculture practises can be used for chemical free gardening can be used in your own back yard!
We have a bush tucker garden where there is a variety of plants that are native to the Rockingham area. Find out how the Nyungar people would rely on these plants for food, tools and shelter.See our Mia mia and learn about the seasons from an ancient perspective.Tours available by booking.
Our main building is surrounded by two acres of native gardens that attact a wide variety of birds, reptiles and insects.The gardens are tended to by a team of dedicated volunteers who are always happy to answer any questions you might have.
Vision and Mission

Our Vision

"We exist to empower our community to repair and protect the planet"

Our Mission

We will :CREATE a Centre which offers the opportunity for community participation.EDUCATE the community in environmental awareness and sustainable living. PARTICIPATE in partnerships and projects that benefit the centre, local community and the environment.LEAD the community in environmental initiatives and practices.
Newsletter

Welcome to our Newsletter PageHere you can download the latest newsletter OR Newsheet in .pdf format from our editor Diane.She always gathers the latest news and info from the centre for your reading pleasure.We thank Diane for her hard work and dedication.We hope to also include a Naragebup Newsheet over the next few months whilst the Centre is being rejuvenated, to keep you informed of our progress, so please check back each month.
Whats in September's NewsCHAIR REPORTPUBLIC SUPPORT FOR NARAGEBUPBarry Sammels statement supporting the CentreNARAGEBUP SAYS ‘THANK YOU’GARDEN WORKSHOPOUR FINALIST IN ’CELEBRATING ROCKINGHAM AWARDS’ PAULINE WHITEHEADFUND RAISING EVENTS COMING UPAQUAFRIENDS ROCK POOL FINISHED AND OPERATINGAnd so much more.Download .pdf below Thank You

Newsheets

December 2011.pdf

January 2012.pdf