In celebration of National Science Week, join us as we discover the creative possibilities hidden within everyday natural materials. In this hands-on workshop, you will experiment with colour derived from tea, coffee, hibiscus, turmeric, charcoal and other accessible materials while learning how different substances behave when mixed with water and simple binders. Rather than focusing…
Challenge your creativity and problem-solving skills through hands-on collaborative workshops. Explore the exciting possibilities of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths. Come and explore National Science Week at our STEAM Lab as we discover this year’s school’s theme Seeds of Science: nurturing science for all. Aimed at ages 6+. Bookings essential and will be open…
Lutruwita/Tasmania wasn’t always an island. Millions of years ago, it was joined to Antarctica as part of the supercontinent Gondwana. Step into deep time on this guided field experience along the Tasman Peninsula. Designed as both an educational tour and a hands-on citizen science survey, this full-day field practical invites participants to actively observe, record,…
Beat the winter chill at Hadley’s Orient Hotel for an ice-inspired Hobartica Afternoon Tea. In the hotel’s beautifully restored Atrium, enjoy Hadley’s renowned traditional Afternoon Tea service while glaciologist Dr Lenneke Jong and Antarctic Arts Fellow Dr Sue Lovegrove, a former Hadley’s Art Prize finalist, explore the mysteries of Antarctic ice. Drawing on the Australian…
Have you ever wondered what life would be like without bees? These tiny creatures do a huge job in keeping our world growing, healthy, and full of food. In this exciting National Science Week event, students will step into the world of bees and discover how important they really are. Our “Bee Inspired with STEM”…
Join People For Nature for a Biodiversity Collage workshop — an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the living world we are part of and explore how our actions shape the future of wildlife and ecosystems. In this engaging and collaborative in-person session, you’ll explore what biodiversity really is, why it matters for wildlife and…
Join us for an interactive afternoon of science, based on fun and learning at our University of Wollongong (UOW) Eurobodalla Science Day! Schedule: 2:45pm – 3:45pm: Science Stalls – Hands on, interactive stations where kids can explore and experiment freely at the UOW Building. 3:45pm – 4:30pm: Science Show – A live science performance the…
What is your connection to the ocean? Do you love the ocean? That’s biophilia. Or do you fear it? That’s biophobia. To learn about biophilia, biophobia and everything in between, come to Science in the Outback Pub during National Science Week. You will hear from two fantastic researchers who examine our relationship to the ocean,…
An unusual level of scientific activity has been detected… Beakers may bubble. Brains may overheat. Competitive spirits might just reach critical mass. The Torrens Valley Christian School Science Quiz Night is returning. Join us as we kick off National Science Week with an evening of fun, friendly competition and community connection, themed ‘Seeds of Science…
Join us as the authors of Exploring Nature Through Citizen Science share how community involvement can foster scientific discovery. Cameron and Thomas will be chatting with Paul Flemons from the Australian Museum about their practical guide to making a difference through community involvement and scientific knowledge. About the book Citizen science is involving the public…
