The Bushrangers Cadet Program at Kalbarri District High School is a hands-on program run with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) and delivered at school in a weekly 90-minute class.
The program focuses on conservation, community and leadership. A big part of our work is understanding and protecting our local wildlife, flora and fauna, and helping students see why this matters. Students are encouraged not just to learn about these issues, but to share and promote these messages in the community.
Throughout the year, students take part in student-led sustainability projects that respond to real issues in Kalbarri. These projects aim to create practical solutions and make a genuine difference locally.
Bushrangers also has a strong focus on community service, including representing the school in the ANZAC Day march as flag bearers.
Youth leadership is a key part of the program, with students building confidence, working as a team, and taking on responsibility in real-world situations.
The program finishes with a week-long camp, which is planned with students across the year and gives them the chance to continue their learning in a real-world setting.
Overall, Bushrangers is about getting students out of the classroom, building skills for life, and helping them make a positive impact in their environment and community.