Topic: Environment and Nature

Miyawaki Forests – Magic in our cities public lecture

Rapid urban greening, thriving biodiversity and engaging citizen scientists: can Miyawaki forests bring a touch of magic to our cities? Dr Grey Coupland is an ecologist and restoration scientist at Murdoch University. Grey feels the importance of bringing the ideas of environmental awareness and stewardship to the next generation. Miyawaki forests are a great way of…

Megafauna – What killed Australia’s giants?

Special Screening, Associate Professor Natalie Warburton is a zoologist, comparative anatomist and palaeontologist who works at Murdoch University. Her research was featured in this recent documentary produced by the ABC Catalyst team, in which she will introduce and then screen the two parts of the documentary in their entirety on the big screen. 

Climate Change, Climate Action, and Peace

Public Lecture – Dr Tobias Ide is a Senior Lecturer at Murdoch University. His work broadly focuses on the intersections of climate change, natural resources and environmental politics with peace, conflict, and security. 

Connecting with Wurundjeri Country

This is a Community of Practice gathering for educators in early years, primary, secondary and tertiary settings, especially science educators in the City of Darebin on Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country. Work together to explore local species’ relationships to Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung seasons and other scientific matters! We’ll connect Science Week 2024’s theme Species Survival – More than just sustainability…

The Big Day of Science at QVMAG

Our popular annual Big Day of Science at the Museum at Inveresk offers endless opportunities for discovery, and unraveling the mysteries of the universe through interactive exhibits, workshops, and science-themed activities. We welcome live zoo tours with Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in the Nuala O’Flaherty Auditorium, live demonstrations with Osiris, a very friendly, Coastal Carpet…

Species Survival Activity Morning

Capalaba State College will hold an activity in the morning. This will include engaging in investigative STEM activities for our Prep-2 mainstream and Montessori students; and we will invite our local Kindy. Upper school students, volunteers, and our Tangalooma EcoMarine Ambassadors and Environmental captains will run activities focussed around: animal and plant needs, features/adaptations for…

Siena Sustainability Trail

Sustainability Trail Activity In 2024, Siena College will be hosting a sustainability trail on campus to celebrate National Science Week. The school’s theme for National Science Week is Species Survival – More than just sustainability. The sustainability trail will involve a scavenger hunt for endangered species in digital habitats around campus using augmented reality (AR)…

Clyde Creek Primary School STEAM Expo

Inspiring future scientists and building stronger community connections, the Clyde Creek STEAM Expo is the highlight of our school calendar. Our expo provides hands-on STEAM experiences for students and their families from Foundation to Year 6, including students in our dedicated specialist campus. Designed as a ‘tour of the STEAM disciplines’, each building on our…

St Joseph’s Citizen Scientists – Spread our wings

Caterpillars and butterflies are critical to a healthy environment in supporting the food chain, controlling pests, and assisting in pollinating plants and are an indicator of a healthy ecosystem.  Through our partnership with Paten Park Native Nursery and Brisbane’s Big Butterfly Count, we will research and purchase the best butterfly-attracting species of plants and soil types…