The Year 12 Geography class was lucky enough to venture to the ALCOA Huntly Mine site in Pinjarra last Tuesday. The class was able to gain first-hand experience of being in the field and studying the land change process of mining and the extensive rehabilitation program that occurs post mining. The ALCOA mining company has mined and refined bauxite within the jarrah forest area of the Darling range since 1961 and are legally obligated to restore and rehabilitate the natural environment under various government acts. It is an excellent site for the Year 12 Geography students to visit. Students commented “ I learnt so much and this first-hand experience will really come in handy for my future assessments.”