The Ukraine-Russia war has catalysed and highlighted significant instability in global wheat supply, raising prices and threatening food and nutrition security, particularly for vulnerable populations. In addition, real-time climate change effects are increasing in frequency and magnitude. These act as amplifiers of the current food security crisis, and also add to future risks for the…
Topic: Agriculture
Melrose Museum Guided Nukunu and Heritage Experience
This is not just another Museum. It’s an adventure into the past of Melrose and surrounding districts. The guided tour includes a history book of the Melrose area and town historical walk map. The tour includes: Nukunu people and their beginnings Their lands then, and now Impact of the first settlers, the conflict and injustice…
Composting Workshop
Learn the science behind composting with the experts from the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living. Join the war on waste and find out how to start your own organic recycling station at home by turning food scraps, house and yard waste into fantastic fertiliser and rich soil conditioner for your gardens. 1pm – 2pm on…
DnM’s Launch
A community for science, tech and venture founded by those who care. Share your journey with others over a drink, have meaningful chats with investors, get feedback on your journey ahead and find your north star. We’re excited to see you there for our launch at 6pm on 18 August in Surry Hills (location will…
Aldavilla Primary School Science Day
Lots of activities for all the students at Aldavilla Primary School.
DnM’s Launch
A community for science, tech and venture made by those who care. Share your journey with others over a drink, have meaningful chats with investors, get feedback on your journey ahead and find your north star. We’re excited to see you there for our launch : 6pm 18th August, Surry Hills, Sydney ( Location will…
STEM Through the Looking Glass – NYSF Connect Webinar
Have you ever wondered what Australia’s Chief Scientist does in her day? What about a research fellow, an exercise physiologist, or an optometrist? Join our panel, featuring Australia’s Chief Scientist, Dr Cathy Foley AO PSM and our incredible National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program Alumni as they discuss what makes up their workday…
Minibeasts in the Garden
Join us at the Long Gully Community Garden for a Minibeasts in the Garden experience at the Long Gully Community Garden. We are working with the Discovery Science & Technology Centre to provide a fun hour and a half program for children 3-6 years old and their families and significant adults. Activities will link gardening with the…
Quandong and Sandalwood Plantation, Seedbank and Eco-habitat
Tour Brian Teakle’s award-winning quandong and sandalwood plantation, eco-habitat, seedbank project and regenerative farming concept. In a small paddock by the seedbank he’s been trialling mixed multi species summer and winter crops and re-establishing native grasses. Emerging from winter makes perfect timing for a tour. The eco-habitat project is recolonising the area with frogs and…
Kingswood High School Science Open Night
To celebrate all things science and NationalScience Week, the Science Department of Kingswood High School are delighted to run a school Open Night for the Kingswood Community. The event will be run at the school from 6pm to 8pm. Student, community and lab displays, as well as a family STEM challenge and forenic frenzy will…