By Joseph Krebs, Yr 12, and Matthew Menico, Yr 9, St Augustine’s

STUDENTS had the privilege of taking part in a geology excursion on May 23.

They travelled to the Atherton Tablelands to investigate the origins and existence of various igneous rock formations.

Igneous rocks are volcanic rocks that form after the cooling of molten magma.

The Atherton Tablelands are rich in igneous rocks as this area was overwhelmed with volcanic activity millions of years ago.

The students, accompanied by their Geology teacher Mr Martorella, were fortunate enough to have local Bishop James Foley join them.

Bishop Foley had expressed his desire to take part in a science excursion to Mr Martorella, after acknowledging he was never privileged to have had excursions in his own schooling many moon rocks ago, due to a rigorous academic course involving Latin and mathematics.

After visiting Green Hill, Halloran’s Hill, and Hypipimee Crater, the boys had made their observations and recorded data which will be used for assessment helping the students in developing an understanding of the formation of the present Atherton Tablelands.

The St Augustine’s staff have a strong belief in ensuring students have opportunities for real-life experiences which complement the content taught in the classroom.