Green Square - Stage 6 Geography

The suburb of Green Square, located in Sydney's inner south, has been transformed from an industrial area into a modern urban precinct dominated by high-density residential towers with green spaces, recreational facilities, and world-class community facilities. It's connectivity and economic significance are enhanced by its close proximity to the Sydney CBD and major transport links. Demographic changes have seen Green Square transform into a culturally diverse, vibrant community and cosmopolitan centre. Residential and commercial developments have encouraged economic growth, while gentrification and infrastructure demands have created some challenges.

Sustainability initiatives incorporated into the design of Green Square and its buildings include water-sensitive urban design, green infrastructure, energy-efficient buildings, integration of renewal energy, active and public transport, heritage preservation and community engagement.

Syllabus Content

Investigation of an urban place (Green Square)

• The location and character of the place
• Geographical processes, both physical and human, that have shaped the identity of the place
• Links to other places
• The nature of changes affecting the place, including social, economic and environmental
• Responses and strategies, including for sustainability

Geographical Tools

Fieldwork

• Formulate geographical questions for investigation
• Identify, collect and record geographical data and information
• Construct a log of events and activities that records the development of a fieldwork activity
• Synthesise and interpret fieldwork data
• Evaluate a fieldwork activity

Cost

$35 per student + GST (38.50)

Minimum booking size

Excursions need a minimum of 15 students to run. 
Please contact us if you have a class smaller than 15 and we can try to combine with a second school.