For the fourth year running, the organisations have partnered to deliver the free show, Showdown at Two Bob Billabong, to schools across the region.

The tour visited students at Moruya and Broulee Public Schools on Thursday, May 24.

Showdown at Two Bob Billabong uses two professional actors who play a variety of colourful characters from the Australian Goldfields, including Ned Jelly the Bushranger, Barry Reef and Old Two Bob.

With the help of student volunteers, the live-in-school performance is a fast paced, comedic and educational experience. Participating schools also gain access to print and digital activities to reinforce the learning.

Horizon Credit Union has backed the program for four years.

The theatre’s managing director Tobias Benn said a live show was a great way to educate.

“The show goes beyond reading or other more passive methods of engaging kids,” he said.

“These children are watching a story unfold right before their very eyes, with the two actors playing all sorts of characters. We don’t lose the kids’ attention for a minute, because they get to respond and interact with the show. It really sticks with them and inspires them to take positive action for their financial future.”

The educational program will focus on what is money, the uses of money, why we should save money and how we can save money.

Horizon CEO John Stanfield said it was a great chance to give back.

“We’re thrilled to be in a position to give back to the community by sponsoring these educational programs for children’s financial literacy,” he said.

“One of the things that set us apart from other financial institutions is that we exist for the benefit of our members. Our main aim is to help them manage their money better. Establishing good savings habits at a young age is a priceless skill that can be carried through to adulthood.” 

Over the life of the four year program, it will have reached 40 schools and educated over 12,000 students across the NSW South Coast.