Seals & sunshine on Take a Break
October 26, 2025
Children from Marong Primary School were treated to the most perfect weather during their recent Take a Break program at Cottage by the Sea. Warm sunshine and endless blue skies set the scene for an unforgettable few days by the ocean.
Each day was filled with excitement and new discoveries. One of the absolute highlights was heading out on the Marine Discovery Centre boat charter to explore the local sea life and learn about what lives above and below the waters.
Out on the boat, the children listened eagerly as the crew shared facts about the marine environment and all the different species that call it home.
As the charter went on, the children were delighted to see seals lounging on the sun-warmed rocks, stretching and basking in the sunshine. There were gasps of excitement, waves shared back to the seals and memories made as the group took in the beauty of nature around them.
The air was buzzing with laughter and excitement; the children didn't want the charter to end. Then, out of nowhere, a small pod of dolphins appeared jumping by the boat – a remarkably special moment shared as the session came to an end.
As everyone returned to the harbor, there were smiles, stories and a deeper appreciation for the ocean and its creatures. It was a nice reminder of how lucky we all were to experience such a magical slice of marine life on a perfect sunlit day.
