On Thursday 27 February, Year 5/6 journeyed by bus into Hobart to further investigate our study of the three levels of government; Local, State and Federal, as part of our Civics and Citizenship unit.

Students were treated to a delicious morning tea provided by our local member and current president of the Legislative Assembly, Craig Farrell. After this we were guided to the original House of Assembly to learn more about our studies of government and were privileged to view the real Sergeant at Arm’s mace. After this we participated in a role play in the current House of Assembly room where we reviewed and debated a bill about whether dogs should be kept as pets at schools. This was run beautifully by our Sergeant at Arms; Leif, our speaker; Matilda, and our Clerk; Willow. All of our members of government and the opposition debated respectfully and passionately about their opinion on the topic. 

After a quick bite to eat on Parliament lawns we headed up to the A Lab where we were greeted by Mr Stuart Thorn. Here the children rotated around various activities including a sailing simulation, green screen and virtual reality, to further develop our understanding of technology and its use. The staff at the A Lab have generously leant us 6 micro-bits which the children will use back in class during Science, to investigate their thoughts about plants and conditions for optimal growth. We look forward to seeing these in use and the results from their Smart Gardens later this term.

A fantastic day was had by all. We would like to thank our two parent helpers on the day, Mrs Cowley and Mrs Plunkett. Your help was greatly appreciated.