This mural was commissioned by the school to reflect their commitment to the care of Manukau Harbour. The artwork is located on an exterior wall along the side of their swimming complex and looks out over the school grounds. Manukau Harbour is the second largest natural harbour in New Zealand and the nearest waterway to the School community. It supports a range of habitats for shellfish, fish, seabirds, seals, stingrays, whales, dolphins and more than 8 species of sharks frequent the area. Marine environments are under pressure from what happens in and on the water but also what happens on land. Our marine and land environments are connected, and depend on each other. The school community at Monte Cecilia, take their responsibility of Kaitiaki (guardians) very seriously. Students and whānau are involved in their aim to limit rubbish and recycle extensively for the protection of our whenua, native birds, plants and ocean life. We are connected to our whenua and it is our job to take care of it.