We’re hosting a Brain Break morning tea with scrumptious morsels of science goodness to celebrate science achievement and endeavour. We’ll be getting together to share fun science quizzes, activities and demonstrations over our cuppa. This morning tea is just for us, but you can register to host one for FREE in your own workplace.
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Portraiture: Drawn to discovery
Sketches of inventions. Photographs of galaxies. Portraits of scientists. These are all art. In this free 45-minute webinar, we will visually analyse three portraits of prominent Australian scientists. Students will brainstorm and draw their ideas, then end by drawing a portrait of themselves as scientists. Learn how art meets science. This program is best suited for students from Year…
Science Week Trivia Take-Over
Think you’ve got the smarts to outwit Einstein or outlast Darwin? Join Hive Tasmania and Island State Brewing for two nights of science-themed pub trivia in Ulverstone and Penguin. Gather your team today and prove yourself in a night of trivia that’s equal parts clever and cosmic! While you’re here, you might learn some secrets…
Brisbane Soapbox Science 2024
Soapbox Science Brisbane 2024 is a free public engagement event which aims to inspire new generations of women scientists, challenge perceptions of what a scientist does and looks like, and encourage the public and wider community to engage with novel science. For this event, 12 competitively-selected, diverse women will step onto soapboxes and bring their…
Stargazing with Dr Martin George
Join Hive’s Principal Astronomer Dr. Martin George to look at the spectacular night sky and learn about the stars and planets! You are encouraged to bring along your telescope if you have one, however telescopes will be available for use on the evening. This is an outdoor, night-time event so please rug up and wear…
Science and Engineering Challenge
Are you a girl dreaming of becoming an engineer but feel you lack the same opportunities as boys? We’re here to fix that. Engineering is about creativity and innovation where everyone should be equal. Join us at Mitcham during Science Week for a day filled with science, engineering, and excitement, exploring design and problem-solving ideas…
Seeds – From Swap to Sprout
Come along to Caulfield South Community House for our Seeds – From Swap to Sprout open day and take the opportunity to learn all about seed saving and propagation, with activities and workshops for all ages! Join Ashton from Urban Guerrillas and Griffin (@invasive_replace) for a native plant propagation workshop, where you can learn different…
Experiment, Explore, Experience at Glenroy Neighbourhood House
We’re inviting primary aged children and their families to dive into the captivating world of science through a series of dynamic and interactive activities at Glenroy Neighbourhood House. From magical chemical reactions to plant life cycles, and even the electrifying mysteries of static electricity, our workshops are designed to spark curiosity and inspire a love…
Cosmic Quest: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Universe!
This year for National Science Week, we will be running an engaging week-long event called Cosmic Quest: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Universe. During this event, our Year 7-9 students will present an interactive science show exploring the wonders of the cosmos. They will demonstrate concepts such as astronomy, light spectra, gravity, and programming space rovers…
VR Gaming at Katherine Library
Get ready for the ultimate gaming experience! Darwin’s “Amazing XR” will bring their revolutionary co-space gaming experience to Katherine for the very first time as part of National Science Week. Up to ten people at a time will battle together in the same virtual world in a spacious 6m x 9m gaming arena. Players team…