Day 3 Reflections from Team Bravo

Team Bravo's Reflections for 4 September 2011(Click on each image to read the reflection):

1. Bryan's Reflections

2. Danish's Reflections

3. ZiJie's Reflections

4. Elisa's Reflections

5. Camellia's Reflections

6. Celest's Reflections

7. Joyce's Reflections

8. Vanessa's Reflections

9. Chelsea's Reflections

Day 3 Escapades

Today we visited the Scitech Discovery Centre. There were a lot of activities for the children to try out.

What does this machine do?

Isaaz trying out the wind cannon.

Chelsea, Vanessa and Joyce trying to solve the 'murder' at the centre by going through the clues, while learning Science.

The big attraction of the day was the Caversham Wildlife Park. Besides getting to learn about the various animals, we got to touch the koalas, feed the kangaroos and take pictures with a wombat. We would have liked to bring home one , unfortunately none of them would be able to fit our filled bags.

Everyone getting food from the park guide.

Winnie and Crystal feeding the kangaroo.

Cindy, trying to convince a kangaroo to eat from her hand.

Megan, Claire, Sheryl, Winnie and Crystal with a new friend.

Zhao Hui corners one kangaroo in the enclosure. Please eat!

BIng Yuan and his new friend, the sleepy-looking wombat. Watch out for the falling poo!

Gladys is up close with the koala.

Soft, cuddly-looking and simply adorable. Are we talking about the koala or Rebecca?

Isaaz trying to make friends with the koala. 

We got to learn lots about the animals native to Autralia. We also got to see a lot of other birds and other wild life.

The children also discovered the wonders of the coin press machine. For one Australian dollar, you get a souvenir coin with a pattern of our choice stamped on it.

The last stop of the day was the Margaret River Chocolate Factory. We were very happy to eat the free samples. Though we had bought many chocolates, it will be a miracle if all reach Singapore.

What each of us looked like after eating all the free chocolates.

Tomorrow we will be heading out to St Simon Peter Catholic Primary School before going to the farm.

Till the next time!

Day 2 Reflections from Team Charlie

Team Charlie's Reflections for 3 September 2011(Click on each image to read the reflection):

1. Rebecca's Reflections

2. Rou Yu's Reflections

3. Zhi Huan's Reflections

4. Cindy's Reflections

5. Sheryl's Reflections

6. Syakira's Reflections

7. Bing Yuan's Reflections

8. Isaaz's Reflections

9. Keagan's Reflections

Day 2 Adventures

Day 2

We were so excited to start the day today that most of us were up before the morning call. We had to take a little walk to Aroma Café just a block away.

The pupils in Aroma Cafe.

Soon enough, we were off to our first destination of the day which was the Rockingham Regional Environmental Centre. 

The signboard as seen from the roadside.

Everything about the centre was a reminder to save the environment. From the building to the backyard, most of the resources were made from recycled items or was being reused.

The centre was run by mostly volunteers. We learnt about creating compost and growing an organic garden. We also had the opportunity to taste some of the aboriginal vegetables grown. Then we were introduced to the stars of the centre -  Bobby and Bubbles, two local reptiles. 

The boys making friends with Pauline and Bob(the bob-tailed lizard)

Meet Bubbles, the blue tongued skink.

Natalie meeting Rex, the local python.

The children are using their senses to learn about lavender.

We were given the opportunity to touch their outer covering. From this, we learnt the importance of taking care of our environment, as the other living things on earth would suffer if that was the case. Before we left the centre, we were given a chance to personalize our own recyclable bag. The creative juices started flowing and there were some very interesting artwork done by us.

Bryan, Jing Zhi and Syahmin are showing off their creative talents on the canvas bag.

Rebecca and Eugene helping to dry the canvas bags.

Soon, we took our leave and were on our way to Freemantle. We had lunch at the famous Freemantle Cicerello’s Fish & Chips. While most of us had lunch on a boat, some lucky few had a memorable dining experience lunch by the pier. We had the seagulls for company. They had their beady eyes on our food. We had to be vigilant lest a seagull would swoop down and grab a fry or two.

The children getting ready to eat their fish and chips on the anchored boat, under the watchful eyes of the seagulls.

Warning to all who eat fish and chips at Cicerellos.

Then we went to Fremantle Weekend market to SHOP! We were so excited to spend our Aussie dollars. Everyone back home can expect some souvenirs!

It was then back to the hotel in Perth for dinner and a good night’s rest.

Till the next time…..

Day 1 Reflections from Team Delta

Team Delta's Reflections for 2 September 2011(Click on each image to read the reflection):

1. Iffah Suhailah's reflections -

2. Natalie's reflections -

3. Zi Shu's reflections -

4. Eugene's reflections -

5. Kevyn's reflections -

6. Syahim's reflections -

7. Kai Xuan's reflections -

8. Zhao Hui's reflections -

9. Jing Liang's reflections -

Day 1 photos!!

Starting at 7am, we gathered at Changi Airport to meet and check-in. Finally we got ready to take a group photo.

We would like to thank our families and friends(Ms Teh and Mr Johari who were there) for sending us off. Some of us were too excited to sleep the night before. We bade farewell to everyone and we were off!

Finally, we reached Perth at 3pm. The flight was pretty smooth except for some turbulence. Temperature was around 13 degrees celsius. As we stepped off the plane, we felt a light breeze, but it was only once we walked out of the airport, did we experience the full blast of the Australian wind. Brrrr! We quickly put on our jackets, hats and gloves.

We met our bus driver Mark who took us on a quick tour round the city of Perth. We made our way to King's Park, where we took our first Australia group photo.

 The children were making their way towards the State War Memorial in King's Park. Kevyn and Sean Kiat decided to sit down on the green grass, and have a rest.

Zhao Hui, Natalie, Celest, XinZe, Claire and Vanessa gathered in front of the breathtaking views at King's Park.

Elisha, stopping awhile to admire the view from the path.

Soon after, we checked into the New Esplanade Hotel and went for dinner. It started to rain once we left the hotel. Quickly, the ponchos and umbrellas were taken out.

After the cold and rainy night out, everyone was looking forward to a hot shower and a good night's rest at the hotel.

We look forward to our second day in Perth.