Primary school recognised for eco-art

6/4/01
Environment and Heritage Minister Dr Judy Edwards today announced Kyilla Primary School as the winner of the Envirokids/Garden Week at Kings Park Art Competition.
For their efforts, the Kyilla Primary School has won an unusual prize - a dark champagne oval-shaped diamond from Argyle Diamonds worth $3,000.
Dr Edwards said the competition was part of Greening Australia's Envirokids education project, aimed at developing environmental knowledge and awareness among primary school student from years five to seven.
"Schools involved in the project were asked to produce a piece of eco-art conveying an environment message inspired from what they learnt,'' she said.
"What their artwork shows is a very clear concern about the future of our environment - but also plenty of hope that with community involvement much can be done to protect it.''
Dr Edwards congratulated all schools involved in the project and Greening Australia for motivating students through a fun and creative way.
"The Envirokids' material focuses on a variety of different Western Australian landscapes including urban bushland, wetlands, and farmlands," she said.
"But it teaches students in a way that they can enjoy - through role-playing and art.
"I hope this inspires students to further develop their interest in conservation issues - and how their community can make a difference.''
Kyilla Primary School's winning entry, Every Hand Makes A Difference, was judged an outstanding work of art, using various mediums including wire, paper mache and paint.
All school entries will be displayed at the Lakeside Picnic Area in Kings Park until April 10 as part of Garden Week.
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