Sea day for children

Gosford Council in partnership with Ocean and Coastal Care Initiatives (OCCI) and Hunter Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority held a Sea Kids Day at Ocean Beach Surf Club on Thursday, January 19.

The event was designed for children aged 3-12 years to engage in and discover the wonders of the local marine environment.

Volunteer groups OCCI, Waterwatch and Australian Seabird Rescue provided opportunities for both children and adults to explore issues surrounding the local marine environment.

Gosford Council's environmental education officer Ms Maree Whelan said that Sea Kids was an event to help young people explore and investigate what was under the sea.

"This was a fun and educational day.

"A highlight was the live touch table where kids could feel and learn about our local sea creatures.

"There was also marine story time, water quality testing activities, great giveaways and displays," said Ms Whelan.

Media Release, 12 Jan 2012 Marie Whelan, Gosford Council Photo: Naomi Bridges