If you’re over 55 and inspired by creativity (and can use a computer keyboard and mouse) then this free workshop is for you. In a relaxed setting we’ll learn how to get started with Scratch, an incredible self-expression system that’s used by more than 100 million people worldwide. Scratch allows you to produce amazing, colourful, musical, moving creations just…
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Bundaberg Christian College Science Week
Students at Bundaberg Christian College will explore scientific wonders each day of National Science Week, investigating the Science Week school theme for 2024: Species Survival – more than just sustainability. We will be conducting experiments, solving puzzles and admiring God’s wonderful creation. Each day will present different themes and displays along with some secret surprises…
What is Dark Matter? An evening with physicist Dr Elisabetta Barberio
Celebrate National Science Week with Merri-Bek Libraries! Have you ever wondered what dark matter is but were too afraid to ask? Come along to meet Dr Elisabetta Barberio, the ‘dark matter detective.’ Dr Barberio is a physicist at Melbourne University and the Director of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics. She…
Year 5 through 8 Science Innovations Event
Species are all around us from the tiny invertebrates living in our water systems to the birds that eat them. We can listen, learn and explore. This event is for students from Years 5 to 8 in the Katanning region to take part in workshops about species and their habitats in our local community. Travelling…
Bubblemania Workshop
Have you ever blown a square bubble? Has anyone? Find out at Bubblemania. Gannawarra Library Service is hosting Bubblemania, a special after school event to celebrate National Science Week. Blow amazing bubbles with your own bubbleator, and try all kinds of bubble sculpting challenges. There’s so much science to learn with bubbles. Join the team…
Humpback Highway: Diving into the Mysterious World of Whales
Every winter, Australia’s coastal waters become a bustling marine highway as humpback whales make their annual migration. These enormous creatures journey from their Antarctic feeding grounds to warmer waters where they breed. This impressive route is known as the humpback highway, with whales traveling along both the east and west coasts of Australia. While we…
Writing workshop: Crafting convincing science fiction
Join experienced science writer Sarah Kellett for a writing workshop with practical tips for weaving real science into fiction. With a focus on Mars exploration and space, you’ll be inspired by local researchers and write your own short stories. All participants will receive a gift bag with writing supplies. The two-hour workshop will include…
Minecraft Education Eco Detectives
Bringing Biodiversity Back, One Adventure at a Time. Eco Detectives is a new Minecraft Education game developed by Taronga, Zoos South Australia, Zoos Victoria, Perth Zoo, Auckland Zoo, Microsoft ANZ and game developers Team Workbench. Run around in different Minecraft Education environments, learn how to balance ecosystems, boost biodiversity, and discover native Australian and New…
Junior Tech Lab at Broadmeadows Library
Calling all junior tech-lovers! This National Science Week, join us in our Junior Tech Lab. Come along and explore coding, robotics, and problem solving with us. We will be using Osmo, Ozobots, Spheros and more in this after-school workshop. It will be a fun introduction to the different educational technology our library offers. Junior Tech…
The Marine Science Century: 100 Voyages of the Nation’s Marine Research Ship
In late 2023, RV Investigator completed its 100th research voyage. From Antarctica to the Equator, this state-of-the-art vessel has racked up over half a million kilometres in the name of marine science. Join us at the South Australian Maritime Museum to hear Dr Ben Arthur share stories of storm chasing, finding the largest animal on…