Upwey High – the 2024-25 Living Links Ambassador School Each year, Living Links identifies one outstanding school within the Dandenong Creek catchment as its Ambassador School. Recognising innovative project ideas that bring the program’s vision to life, Upwey High School earned the 2024-25 title for their inspiring creation of a native pond ecosystem right on school grounds. Out of eight strong applicants, Upwey High stood out for their hands-on approach to environmental learning. Their pond project not only enhances biodiversity but also aligns with the Victorian Science Curriculum, offering students a dynamic space for inquiry-based learning for years to come. Plans are already underway to add a seating area, transforming the site into a vibrant hub for both education, relaxation and connection to nature. The Living Links Committee worked hard to ensure that all eight schools received support from either direct funding or assistance provided by alternative local council or Melbourne Water programs, so that every project could be implemented.