Co-Curricular

Fishing is one of the most significant causes of declines in ocean wildlife populations. 

Catching fish is not inherently bad for the ocean, except when fish are overfished, meaning that fish are caught faster than stocks can replenish.

The number of overfished stocks globally has tripled in half a century. One-third of the world's assessed fisheries are currently pushed beyond their biological limits, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. 

The SAM team (Sustainability at Merici) are selling lettuces grown on site and nurtured in our greenhouse to raise funds for their new team t-shirt.

In addition to supporting our students, growing your own lettuce provides many sustainability benefits:

Using your wood heater correctly will improve Canberra's air quality, save you money, and keep your home warm.

Tips for better burning:

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At the end of Term 2, the SAM (Sustainability At Merici) team and Year 9 Sustainability students participated in the Parliament of Youth, with our Year 7’s winning in their category.  

Anna Garnock, the Coordinator of the Parliament of Youth, made such an inspiring speech in her closing presentation, that I have asked for her permission to share some excerpts with you.  

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