Why would you make a fetus glow? Why study space dust? Learn about the WHAT, WHY and the WEIRD of science! This 2021 season of short videos explores why science is important and the sometimes bizarre things that happen in the world of science. Join each of our Tall Poppy Scientists as they give you…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Science Tall Tales
Why would you make a fetus glow? Why study space dust? Learn about the WHAT, WHY and the WEIRD of science! This 2021 season of short videos explores why science is important and the sometimes bizarre things that happen in the world of science. Join each of our Tall Poppy Scientists as they give you…
Rescue to Release Workshop
At this workshop you will learn all about what’s involved in a rescue, the rehabilitation process, and the eventual release of a Tasmanian raptor. You’ll have an opportunity to check out the fascinating displays in our Education Centre and explore the grounds and our many aviaries where you’ll get to see our resident eagles, hawks,…
ANSTO’s National Science Week Hackathon
Ready, steady, hack: ANSTO’s National Science Week Hackathon is back – and you’re invited! Bring innovation to your classroom with this free, fast-paced, virtual hackathon for Australian students in Years 7-11 on an important topic. Because it’s the United Nations’ International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, the National Science Week theme Food: Different by Design…
Food for Thought with Twisted Science
Take a surprising look at living in your own food chain. Discover the different life cycle forms of mealworms and how they can turn your vegetable scraps into protein. Our mini mealworm farms give you an amazing insight into an entire real-life cycle BUT this doesn’t need to be the end of this story. Imagine…
Leeville Science Fair Spectacular
Leeville Public School will be enjoying a Science Fair Spectacular which will involve a day visit to a local working farm on Wednesay 18 August where the children will get to enjoy a wide range of animals – goats, ducks, horses, cows, chickens, geese and donkeys. They will participate in a range of Science learning…
Sustainable Science
Sustainable Science activities along Dry Creek will focus on practical recycling and waste management to ensure our creek is safe from microplastics and other rubbish. Tents and booths will feature a range of activities, including: AUSMAP surveys, where members of the public are able to take part in the Australian Microplastic Assessment Project building a…
This Sounds Like Science: Sounds from the Ice
City Recital Hall and Inspiring Australia invite you to explore music on a different level in our free lunchtime series This Sounds Like Science. Join scientist, explorer, and author Professor Chris Turney for a fascinating journey through environmental change at the ends of the Earth. Chris is on a quest to understand how past climates inform…
This Sounds Like Science: Sounds from the Ice
City Recital Hall and Inspiring Australia invite you to explore music on a different level in our free lunchtime series This Sounds Like Science. Join scientist, explorer, and author Professor Chris Turney for a fascinating journey through environmental change at the ends of the Earth. Chris is on a quest to understand how past climates inform…
Diversity in STEMM gallery
That’s What I Call Science is a national award-winning radio show and podcast that celebrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths and Medicine (STEMM) in Tasmania. For National Science Week, the all-women team is creating an online gallery that showcases and celebrates underrepresented people working in STEMM in our island state. The immersive gallery will use light…