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The 2026 cohort of primary school students participating in the program recently deepened their understanding of local biodiversity through an engaging and educational session focused on the endangered southern bent-wing bat.
With the first session of the year held at Naracoorte Caves, students explored Blanche Cave and undertook an educational session in the Bat Observation Centre.
Limestone Coast Landscape Board Education Coordinator, Mr Damien Bickley said, "Students are captivated by the southern bent-wing bat appearing on the big screen in the Observation Centre. Learning about the importance of the southern bent-wing bat and its maternity site at Naracoorte is a real highlight. Students learned about current conservation efforts aimed at protecting maternity caves, as well as the importance of community awareness in ensuring the species' survival."
"It's inspiring to see young people take such an active interest in the protecting threatened species. Students bring a new perspective each year to the program and we look forward to seeing the new initiatives this year." Damien commented.
The Young Environmental Leaders Program continues to provide meaningful opportunities for students to connect with the environment, develop leadership skills, and contribute to real-world conservation outcomes. Each group of students will design and implement a sustainability initiative within their school community.
Students bring a new perspective each year to the program. The Limestone Coast Landscape Board look forward to seeing the new initiatives for this year.
