Presented by Dr David Nicholls, an astronomer who works at Mt Stromlo Observatory near Canberra, part of the Australian National University (ANU). The night sky on the Sapphire Coast is exceptionally dark, making it a wonderful place to view the southern sky, the stars, the Milky Way, the planets and many other phenomena. As we…
Topic: Environment and Nature
The ID Crowd at the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre
Come along to the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre on Saturday 22nd August from 10am to 2pm and ask an expert from our ID CROWD. Bring in your specimen or a photo of it. Our ID Crowd include: Dr Anne Felton Marine Geologist; professional divers from Dive Eden; local Fisheries officers; NPWS staff; members of…
Climate and Birds
The FSCB are often found in habitats like Panboola, carefully observing the birds they love. FSCB and Panboola will post each day across National Science Week discussing the impacts of climate change upon some of the birds found at Panboola. Visit the FSCB Facebook page to find clues for the Science Week Scavenger Hunt. This…
The Sea and Me Exhibition Opening Night
An opening night will be held for our ‘The Sea and Me’ competition. Winning entries will be announced and prizes awarded. 5:30pm Friday 21 August. Nibbles and a glass of sparkling wine provided. Limited tickets available. Book now through the Hopetoun CRC by phone 08 9838 3062 or via email.
BLUE Screening
Full screening of the movie Blue on behalf of the Australian Marine Conservation Society. Blue is a marine conservation film about the hidden crisis lapping on our shores. Supper provided.
Coastal Walk
A one hour coastal walk and presentation by local Environmental Scientist’s, Sarah Cosgrove and Jack Guthrie. This is for all ages who have an interest in learning about coastal habitats, their values, current threats and ways to ensure their protection. AIM: Learn about coastal habitats, their values, current threats and ways to ensure their protection….
Zero Waste Workshop
Joelie Russell, Sea Shepherd’s Volunteer Marine Debris Coordinator, will hold a workshop on reducing our plastic footprint and share her experiences working to reduce plastic pollution in the Cocos Islands, Western Australia and Arnhem Land. Joelie will also give an overview of the beach clean-up planned for the following morning. This workshop will cater for…
The ‘Fitz’ Formation Workshop
Local ecologist, Kim Bennett will teach us how the stunning landscape of the Fitzgerald Coast has been shaped by the ocean over millions of years. We will be doing some hands-on experiments throughout the workshop. Participants will get hands-on learning in how different local rock types have been formed.
Flying Scientists Workshop – Happy Valley State School
Students from Happy Valley State School will participate in two Flying Scientists activity sessions. Year 6 students will participate in a video conference workshop session with Flying Scientist Dr Derek Long. In this workshop students will identify how water quality relates to plant growth using examples from Dr Long’s research. Year 1 students will also…
Flying Scientist Panel – Carins Distance Education
Students from Cairns Distance Education will participate in a virtual Flying Scientist panel. The panel will feature four scientists from across Queensland: Adreas Kupz, James Cook University Michela Mitchell, Queensland Museum Shaneel Chandra, Central Queensland University Linlin Ma, Griffith University Scientists will cover a diverse range of topics including marine science, vaccination, Parkinson’s disease, immunology,…