Year 9 Geography Excursion | Port of Melbourne
On November 14th, the Year 9 students had the chance to visit the Port of Melbourne, one of the busiest and most important trade hubs in Australia. The day was packed with fascinating experiences that gave us a whole new perspective on the port’s vital role in connecting Australia to the world.
We arrived at Port of Melbourne Education Centre in the morning and were welcomed with a long and informative presentation about the port’s operations. The presentation was full of interesting facts, which helped us understand just how massive the port’s impact is. It really put into perspective the sheer scale of what goes on behind the scenes.
After the presentation, we boarded a bus for a guided tour around the port. Our guide was lovely and explained everything we saw in great detail, from the towering cranes to the busy shipping containers. Seeing the liveliness of the port in real life was incredible and really brought everything we’d learned to life.
After, we headed straight for the highlight of the day, the boat ride! We enjoyed lunch sitting in front of the double-decker vessel. After eating and admiring the boat, we lined up in an orderly fashion and boarded in single file. Upon entering and being seated we were given a short but thorough safety briefing. Once that was done, we were free to explore the boat and complete a worksheet provided to us. Many of us headed straight for the front of the boat or climbed up the stairs to the upper deck, where the view was incredible. Our boat guide was amazing, and he pointed out and explained everything we could see through the boat’s large windows, which gave us insight into the parts of the port that aren’t visible from land. Some students even got the chance to steer the boat! My personal favourite spot was the front of the boat, where the view and weather were amazing!
The excursion was a memorable experience. From the engaging presentation to the up-close bus and boat tours, the day helped us appreciate how crucial the Port of Melbourne is to Australia’s trade and economy. Thank you to all attending teachers, who made this fieldwork possible.
Takdir K S (9D)