The Language of the Environment

The Language of the Environment

In its most literal sense, the word environmentmeans “surroundings”. However, environmentis much more than this one word and has a language of its own. We explore environmentthrough multiple contexts at Hillbrook and strive to “be the change” in them all. In Science,...
Town Planning for the Future

Town Planning for the Future

Over the past year, for my Senior Responsibility, I created the position of Road Safety Ninja! I have been working alongside Mr Brent Durham, Hillbrook’s Chief Operations Officer, to create safer roads for the surrounding areas of the school. In fact, I’ve been...
Our Ecological Footprint

Our Ecological Footprint

Imagine if our School community could make a real difference to the environment, and we could repair some of the environmental damage humans have created over the years? Imagine if the wider Hillbrook community got caught up in the momentum and made changes to their...
How Green is our Tuckshop

How Green is our Tuckshop

We truly believe everyone wants to be kinder to the environment, but just how many of us regularly stick with our good intentions? It’s not because we don’t care, it’s mostly because we are busy. Many of us are working full time, bringing up children, caring for older...
Climate Change Open Letter

Climate Change Open Letter

Dear Everyone Think Globally and Act Locally Hillbrook began with a strong focus on sustainability and it has remained a vital part of our philosophy. It is expressed in our curriculum, outdoor education program and many student environmental groups and initiatives....

Climate Change Open Letter

Dear Everyone Think Globally and Act Locally Hillbrook began with a strong focus on sustainability and it has remained a vital part of our philosophy. It is expressed in our curriculum, outdoor education program and many student environmental groups and initiatives....