Activity 1: Garden Space – Students will plant two gardens: a veggie patch and a bush tucker garden. The approximate size of the garden space will be 5m x 4.5m. Students will have the opportunity to work with industry professionals from Campbelltown Bunnings. Activity 2: Future Foods Program – With assistance from Year 10 student volunteers, Year…
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Weird Science
Is this real, or just plain weird? Discover the world of weird science this National Science Week. Watch some amazing experiments and do some of your own. This workshop includes tricks, illusions and fascinating science. You’re guaranteed to learn something new! Suitable for ages 7-12. All children must be supervised by an adult guardian. …
The Whale’s Tale
A beached whale, a confused navigator, a ridiculous doctor… whatever could be the matter? This National Science Week, MAGNT and Darwin Festival (DF) will partner for their third year to present Born in a Taxi’s The Whale’s Tale. Featuring a 9-metre whale puppet, this outdoor interactive theatre show combines playful performance with an inspiring…
Big Ideas and Inspiring Careers: Make an impact with a career in biodiversity science
Meet the exceptional women tackling the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Join us for Big Ideas and Inspiring Careers! Our event panellists are carving diverse and remarkable paths in the fields of wildlife biology, conservation, science communication and marine biology. Hear about their journeys and learn the innovative approaches they’re taking to develop…
Platypus Watch
Have you ever seen a platypus in the wild? Springfield Lakes Nature Care Inc. is holding a Platypus Watch survey! The event will help to record observations of platypus to help scientists monitor these shy mammals. This research aims to find out how platypus are doing during the effects of climate change, flood and drought….
Science, Visual & Performing Arts – A Multilingual Confluence 2024
Bandana Cultural School is hosting a Multilingual confluence of science and arts! This National Science Week, come along to Granville Town Hall on 10 August to enjoy: A display of live experiments and scientific models by students of all age groups A science quiz on special theme Live, fun science experiments Extempore on important topics…
ANU Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF) Open Day
Have you ever tried liquid nitrogen ice cream? Do you want to know how vacuum systems work or learn about natural radioactivity? Come to see our demonstration circuit or attend a tour to hear from researchers and PhD students about a unique research facility and how it enables world-leading research and support Australian industries for…
ANU Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF) Open Day
Have you ever tried liquid nitrogen ice cream? Do you want to know how vacuum systems work or learn about natural radioactivity? Come to see our demonstration circuit or attend a tour to hear from researchers and PhD students about a unique research facility and how it enables world-leading research and support Australian industries for…
ANU Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF) Open Day
Have you ever tried liquid nitrogen ice cream? Do you want to know how vacuum systems work or learn about natural radioactivity? Come to see our demonstration circuit or attend a tour to hear from researchers and PhD students about a unique research facility and how it enables world-leading research and support Australian industries for…
In Conversation: The Rise of AI
AI technology has the potential to revolutionise our world with its promised benefits of personalised medicine, workplace efficiency, and autonomous vehicles. However, it also poses significant concerns such as perpetuating biases, displacing human workers, and spreading misinformation. Join our panel of experts in an exploration of these complex issues. We’ll discuss how we can harness…