Posts by Education Australia
Orterra: Designing practical solutions for heat-resilient learning environments
As climate conditions shift and temperatures rise, creating comfortable outdoor spaces in schools is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. Heat can significantly impact student wellbeing, concentration, and learning outcomes, making it essential for schools to prioritise cooling strategies across playgrounds, walkways, and outdoor learning areas. At Orterra, we work with schools to…
Read MorePlay Poles: Designing, building and maintaining complete playground solutions
Creating a successful playground is about more than just equipment. It’s about designing a safe, engaging outdoor space that supports active play, meets compliance requirements, and stands up to daily use and Australia’s harsh conditions. That’s where Play Poles comes in. Play Poles provides complete playground area solutions, taking care of everything from design and…
Read MorePlayground Centre: The three playground trends schools should jump on in 2026
The way kids play, move and connect is changing – and smart playground design is helping schools adapt and realise the full potential of their outdoor spaces. As a new school year begins, there’s value in stepping back and watching how your students are using your outdoor spaces. Who gravitates to active play? Who prefers…
Read MorePolyflor: Creating calmer learning environments with acoustic flooring
In school and learning environments, sound plays a critical role in how students engage, concentrate and feel throughout the day. Excess noise can be distracting and overwhelming, particularly in classrooms and shared learning spaces. Thoughtfully designed acoustic flooring can make a meaningful difference, and Silentflor has been developed with these needs in mind. Silentflor is…
Read MoreSumUp: Simplifying School Payments with the SumUp Go
Schools today manage a wide mix of activities that depend on smooth, reliable payments. Canteens, uniform shops, clubs, carnivals, excursions and community events all need quick tap and go options that reduce queues and keep admin workloads under control. When payments rely on cash or older tools, staff spend unnecessary time reconciling takings, managing floats…
Read MoreSurvival First Aid Kits: A smarter way to fundraise this school year
Cash back for schools and products that can save lives! As schools prepare for a new year, many are also planning how to fund essential programs, equipment and experiences for students. SURVIVAL’s Fundraising Program offers a modern alternative to traditional fundraising, one that raises money while strengthening community safety. SURVIVAL is an Australian owned first…
Read MoreCiviq: Are microplastics in school water putting kids at risk?
Parents now hear a lot about microplastics in food, air and water. So, it is reasonable to ask what that means for students filling bottles at school. Researchers are still building the full picture, but many agree on one clear step. Where we can cut avoidable exposure for children, we should. Are there microplastics in us?…
Read MoreTrailblazer Tours: 2026 HAPPY NEW YEAR Term 1!
Changes in the last few months of 2025 During the Holidays our guides and operations team have not stopped improving our product with services, training team, safety measures, servicing equipment in remote harsh weather conditions of Moreton Island. We have implemented our brand-new Snorkel Truck on the ground. Carefully engineered by owners and operations team…
Read MoreTreetops Adventure: A fresh start to Term 1
With Term 1 now well underway, we know you’re thinking of a meaningful shared experience for your students before the Easter holidays. A visit to Treetops Adventure offers students the chance to step outside the classroom, reset their energy, and strengthen connections through an active day in nature. During a typical session, students spend two…
Read MoreThrust Floors: Are your floors up to standard for the year ahead?
A new year is the perfect time to review your facilities and plan upgrades that improve safety, performance, and longevity. Floors in schools and community facilities take heavy daily use, and worn or outdated flooring can impact both safety and learning experiences. With its proven durability and performance, Air-Thrust offers one of the most advanced…
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