Dr Philip Zylstra
Adjunct Associate Professor, School of Molecular and Life Sciences, Curtin University
Research Associate, The University of New South Wales

Examine Port Phillip’s historical changes, the geological landscapes that shape our foreshores and bays, the impacts of climate change and more on this field trip with Geography Victoria.

Melbourne’s port is Australia’s largest container and general cargo port and a vital trade gateway. It handles around 35 percent of the nation’s container trade, with more than 3,000 ships calling at the port each year.

The Christmas Treasure Hunts will be a fun learning experience for individuals, groups and families as a part of the the City of Melbourne’s Christmas Festival in December 2022. Catering for people of all ages, activities will take participants all around the City of Melbourne, exploring key Christmas installations to win prizes as well as increasing awareness of Melbourne’s iconic and lesser-known landmarks and locations.

Examine Port Phillip’s historical changes, the geological landscapes that shape our foreshores and the bays, the impacts of climate change and more with Geography Victoria and the Association of Bayside Municipalities.