A curated collection of stories, insights, and inspiration for school travel to Canberra and beyond!
EXPLORE CLASSROOM CANBERRA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CEO Introduction: Paul Crowther
Team Unearth-Ed, Get in Touch
Unleash Your Inner Athlete, AIS
Physical Fun on Busy Days, Canberra
NSW Educational Tours, Unearth-Ed
YHA Australia, Group Accommodation
1,000 Voices for Reconciliation, Feature
Alura Coaches, Our Trusted Transport
Lands Edge, Group Accommodation
Your Dream Destination? $200 Discount
Welcome to Classroom Canberra
“Unearth-Ed, a proudly Australian family-owned business, has been operating for 37 years. Acquired by the Crowther Family 20 years ago, our family business spans 100 years across three generations.
As the leader for the past 30 years, I am proud to pass the baton to the fourth generation, Caitlin Crowther. With a decade of marketing experience outside the family business, Caitlin will lead Unearth-Ed into the future.
Our staff, known for their industry expertise, friendliness, and professionalism, partner with top-tier suppliers to deliver exceptional Canberra School Excursions.
The Canberra School Excursion is a cherished rite of passage for many students, often marking their first time away from family. This pivotal experience introduces them to governance, culture, and history on a grand scale. For students from regional or remote Australia, it may include a visit to Kosciuszko National Park, where they can experience snow for the first time.
Beyond the educational impact, friendships forged during these excursions often last a lifetime. In a rapidly changing world, where norms are challenged, beliefs are questioned, and technology reshapes learning, the Canberra School Excursion remains a powerful tool. It fosters an understanding of democracy, governance, equality, tolerance, and open-mindedness - core foundations of our society.
Thank you for the vital role you play in making the Canberra School Excursion a transformative experience for students.”
CEO, Paul Crowther
Meet the Team
1,000 Voices for Reconciliation
A Yarning Song
On May 30, 2025, the Great Hall of Parliament House in Canberra swelled with the harmonious voices of 1,000 singers from across Australia, united in a powerful performance for the “1,000 Voices for Reconciliation - A Yarning in Song”.
This landmark gathering was held during National Reconciliation Week and Unearth-Ed was honoured to support this extraordinary event by facilitating the travel of students to Canberra.
Unleash Your Inner Athlete
Australia’s love of sport is stronger than ever as we look ahead to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. What better way to inspire the next generation than with a tour of the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS)?
A highlight of every tour is Sportex, our cutting-edge interactive sports exhibit. Students can test their skills across a range of sports, explore fascinating memorabilia, and learn through play. In 2025, Sportex is undergoing an exciting transformation, with new exhibits including snowboarding, canoe slalom, and track cycling.
No visit is complete without a stop at the AIS Shop. Check out our exclusive merchandise and sporting gear and take home your very own AIS souvenir. Students can also take advantage of our pre-purchased AIS Active Packs, which include selected merchandise, or shop our full range of items online.
Looking for catering options? Our onsite café and catering team can prepare delicious and healthy morning or afternoon tea, as well as custom lunch packs tailored to your group's needs.
To learn more, book your tour, or explore the AIS, visit: www.ais.gov.au/visit
Discover Canberra’s Premier Sport Destination
Physical Fun for Busy Days
Energising Activities for Students on the Canberra Excursion
Planning a school excursion to Canberra involves balancing educational experiences with activities that allow students to unwind and have fun. Here are some fantastic options to break up a packed itinerary and give students the chance to exert some energy while enjoying the sites.
COCKINGTON GREEN
The fresh air and open spaces provide a great opportunity for kids to stretch their legs and enjoy a leisurely walk amidst beautifully landscaped gardens. A perfect blend of engagement and open space.
ZONE 3 LASER TAG
This action-packed activity allows kids to engage in strategic gameplay while running around in a safe, supervised environment. It’s an excellent way for students to burn off excess energy!
POWER KART RACEWAY
Indoor electric go-karting, an 18-hole glow-in-the-dark mini golf course, and a virtual reality room. Each activity is safely supervised and encourages friendly competition and movement.
ZONE BOWLING
This venue is perfect for team-building and social interaction, offering a fun break from the more structured parts of the excursion. It’s a great night time activity and for those bad weather days.
Explore our range of NSW based tours
Unearth-Ed’s NSW Tours
YHA Australia
Raising the bar
(not the budget)
for group accomodation
YHA Australia is the country’s largest network of high-quality youth and group accommodation, featuring 19 properties in great destinations across Australia. With flexible, tailored stay options and budget-friendly group rates, here’s why YHA is the perfect choice for your school’s next trip.
Alura Coaches
Unearth-Ed’s Trusted Transport Provider
As Alura Coaches moves toward its 100th anniversary in 2026, the team is proudly reflecting on a legacy nearly a century in the making. Originally founded as Crowthers Coaches in the Sutherland Shire, the business has long been known for its reliability, warmth, and deep family roots - serving communities with care since 1926.
Land’s Edge Foundation
Turn Your Sydney School Trip into an Outdoor Learning Adventure
Perched between Sydney Harbour and Chowder Bay’s bushland, the Land’s Edge Foundation offers more than just group accommodation at their Harbour Lodge. It is also home to Saltwater School — a unique outdoor classroom with easy access to the city, a hub for hands-on, curriculum-linked outdoor education.
As we plan new and exciting school tour experiences, we’d love your input. Imagine you had a blank canvas to design the ultimate excursion for your students, where would you go? Would it be an interstate adventure tied to curriculum outcomes? Or perhaps an unforgettable international experience that sparks global curiosity?
As a thank you, we’ll take $200 off your next trip when you complete the survey.
What’s Your Dream Destination?
OUR TRUSTED SUPPLIERS
Alivio Tourist Park
Alura Coaches
Australian Institute of Sport
Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
Canberra Glassworks
Cockington Green
Flip Out
StayKCC
Land’s Edge Foundation
Little Drifter
National Portrait Gallery
Outward Bound
Power Kart Raceway
Questacon
Shepson Printing
Sundown Villas
The Ski Co
The Y - Canberra Region
Tour Catering
VJ Ryan - Accountants
Westwood Lodge
YHA Australia
Zone 3 Laser Tag