Are you interested in understanding how things function, exploring the natural world, observing interactions between elements, or learning about animals and plants? If so, the Kondinin CRC’s Little Scientist Club is the ideal place for you. Every Wednesday in August and September, the Kondinin CRC training room will transform into a laboratory where participants can…
Topic: Agriculture
Sounds of Science – Storytelling night
Sounds of Science is a storytelling night where scientists take us back to where it all began. When scientists speak publicly they are normally explaining how our world works, or the results of their research. We very rarely hear about the scientists themselves. What drew them to their passion? What gets them out of bed…
The Royal Queensland Show at Ekka
National Science Week at the Ekka! Celebrate science in action in the Agricultural Education Hall at the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka). Explore hands-on exhibits, learn about the science behind farming and food production, and discover how technology is shaping the future of agriculture. It’s a great way for kids and families to connect science with…
The Future of Agricultural Crops: To edit or not to edit
Join us for an exciting and interactive debate during National Science Week! This engaging event will bring together experts to discuss the science and societal implications of gene editing in agriculture. Whether you’re curious about how gene editing can revolutionise food security or concerned about its environmental impact, this debate will offer insights from both…
Young Tassie Scientists at HIVE Science Centre Family Day
The Young Tassie Scientists are passionate scientists and early-career researchers from the University of Tasmania who love bringing science to life through hands-on activities and engaging talks in schools and communities. Join us at the HIVE Family Day to meet a group of enthusiastic scientists from a range of fields. We cover anything from plants to planets, DNA…
Young Tassie Scientists at the Festival of Bright Ideas
Meet the Young Tassie Scientists at the Festival of Bright Ideas! Curious minds of all ages — come and meet real scientists from right here in Tasmania! The Young Tassie Scientists are early-career researchers from the University of Tasmania who love sharing their science through hands-on activities, real specimens, and fascinating stories from the field…
Young Tassie Scientists at Circular Head Science Big Gig
Meet the Young Tassie Scientists at the Circular Head Science Gig! The Young Tassie Scientists are early-career researchers from the University of Tasmania who are passionate about sharing science through hands-on activities, real specimens, and fascinating stories. Join us at the Circular Head Science Gig to meet scientists from all kinds of fields. We have…
Mushroom Workshop at Tunnel Hill
Explore the fascinating transformation of an abandoned Tasmanian railway tunnel into a thriving hub for growing gourmet mushrooms. Tunnel Hill Mushrooms founder Dean Smith will be joined by Tim Murch from West Tamar Fungi to teach you about the production process from lab to tunnel and how to harvest mushrooms and prepare them for cooking….
Lake Mac FULL STEAM
Lake Mac full STEAM returns to celebrate creativity and innovation, making, and engineering for all ages. Scheduled Events: 9.30am Mad Science Inventions with Pretty Amazing Jono – Reserve your spot 11am Australia’s Agricultural Identity – an Aboriginal Yarn – Reserve your spot 12noon …
ExBEERimental Science
ExBEERimental Science is a hands-on beer-tasting event that brings science to life through brewing. We’ll ask four Tasmanian brewers to brew the same beer with the same recipe. How different could these creations be? Thanks to science, the results might just blow your mind! Attendees will explore how small variations in brewing techniques impact the…