Nature Shake (schools day) is back on Friday 4 September from 10am to 2pm!
Nature Shake is back for its third year, bringing an unforgettable day of learning, nature play and ecotainment designed especially for primary school students and educators.
Teachers, Principals and Education Leaders are invited to join us for a full-day outdoor festival where students can explore, create and connect with nature through hands-on, curriculum-aligned experiences.
What to Expect
- A vibrant schools-only festival in a stunning natural setting
- Interactive workshops and performances aligned to the Primary curriculum
- Opportunities for students to learn from local environmental leaders, artists and educators
- A fun, inspiring day that blends education, wellbeing and sustainability
Activity Program
- Bird Spotting with Illawarra Birders
- Bark Canoe Making with Gumarraa
- Bloom & Create: Native Flower Collages with Wollongong Art Gallery
- Creek-line Critters with Green Connect
- Flower Architecture Activities
- FOGO Fritters with the Green Team
- Litter Olympics with the Rise & Shine Team
- Loose Parts Play with Junkyard Rascals
- Mud and Worm Farming
- Native Bee Display with Australian Native Bee Association
- Nature Activities with Guardians of the Grassy Woodlands
- Nature Crafts
- Nature Playtime with Folkplay
- Poem Forest writing activities with Red Room Poetry
- Rainforest Warrior Activities with Rainforest Wonders
- Remondis Waste Truck
- Silent Rhythms - Healthy Vibes Silent Disco with Healthy Cities
- Stick Constructions
- Water Wonders Activity
Bloom & Create: Native Flower Collages
Students are invited to drop in and unleash their creativity by creating a vibrant A4 paper collage inspired by the beautiful native flowers of Wollongong Botanic Garden. Guided by educators from Wollongong Art Gallery, students will explore colour, shape, pattern and texture while developing their artistic skills in a fun and supportive environment.
This hands-on workshop encourages imagination and self-expression as students design their own unique artwork. Perfect for all skill levels, the activity provides an engaging connection to nature and the local environment, while giving every student a special masterpiece to take home and proudly share with family and friends.
Buzzing about Native Bees
Students will discover the fascinating world of Australian native bees. Through hands-on activities and interactive displays, students will learn about the incredible diversity of native bee species found throughout the Illawarra and gain a deeper appreciation for the important role these tiny pollinators play in our environment.
They wil get up close to a live stingless bee hive and observe these remarkable insects at work. Students can test their knowledge with a fun native bee nesting habitat guessing game, exploring the different ways native bees create their homes and support healthy ecosystems. This engaging stall offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, spark curiosity and inspire future environmental champions.
Meet us at the info stall in front of Towri Centre (map ref K11).
Pani Cafe
9am to 4pm
In addition to coffees, teas and hot chocolates, you’ll can pick up some delicious muffins, croissants, quiche, bureks and toasties between 9am and 4pm every day near the playground (map ref P2).
Bookings