The students tested more than 100 water samples supplied by local landholders from around Canowindra, Blayney, Cargo, Cudal and Eugowra.

The project aimed to provide specific information on water quality issues to the participating landholders and school students. The broad nature of the data will also provide a good overview of the current water quality of the Belubula and Mandagery Catchments.

The Lachlan CMA’s Waterwatch coordinator Leah McCarroll said it was a great day, made easier by the enthusiasm shown by the teachers and students.

“I think it helped make science more real to the students when we explained that these results would be used by landholders in their district.”

The results from the students’ hard work will be returned to the landholders in the coming week.

These results will help them identify any potential water quality issues on their property, as well as asses any improvements they have made to their water ways through changed management practices.

The Lachlan CMA works together with the whole community, from landholders, community groups and schools through to local agencies, in order to provide advice, professional development, strategic planning, and practical assistance for the work you want to do on your patch.

With staff located in ten offices throughout the catchment area, the LCMA is easy to access and can help you identify, plan, and implement natural resource management, as well as environmental and sustainable farming projects.

To find out more visit our website: www.lachlan.cma.nsw.gov.au or call 1800 885 747.For more information on the Lachlan CMA Waterwatch program contact the coordinator, Leah McCaroll on 6341 9316.