Get up close with a range of exotic wildlife, from invertebrates to reptiles to squirrel gliders this National Science Week at South Point Tuggeranong. Wildlife Reimagined are exhibiting: Stick Insects Green Bellied Huntsman Spider Rainforest Prey Mantis Leaf-tail Gecko Bearded Dragon Carpet Python Woma Python Squirrel Gliders Get inspired with this opportunity to examine…
Celebrate National Science Week at Werribee Open Range Zoo with a series of fun, family-friendly activities inspired by elephants, science and conservation. Join our experts to discover how science helps us care for wildlife, protect habitats and create a future where both people and nature can thrive. Explore the activities below and join us throughout…
Dive deep into the enchanting world of plants as you explore their intricate details magnified through our digital and optical microscopes. Let the vibrant beauty of nature spark your creativity and inspire you to experiment with watercolours, capturing the essence of what you see in a unique and expressive artwork. Presented by the Brisbane Botanic…
Operation Posidonia and the Gamay Rangers are working together to restore the endangered seagrass Posidonia australis in Gamay – Botany Bay. Posidonia australis (Strapweed) is a large seagrass that forms dense, vibrant underwater meadows which are an important nursery habitat for many marine species including seahorses, snapper and blue swimmer crabs. Seagrass meadows also play a critical…
What did ancient flying reptiles eat for dinner? The answer could be locked inside a fossil where tiny molecular traces have survived for millions of years. Under the right conditions, fossils can preserve remarkable evidence of the distant past, helping scientists uncover what extinct animals ate and the environments they lived in. Join John Curtin Distinguished…
Join us at Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre this Science Week for a fascinating talk exploring the remarkable plant life of Karawatha Forest. Home to over 320 plant species, this unique area contains some of the last remaining wet heathlands and melaleuca wetlands in Brisbane. Discover how local plant species thrive in tough conditions like heat,…
Celebrate National Science Week at Healesville Sanctuary by taking part in one of our Aboriginal Cultures Workshops. Usually delivered to school groups, this special 40-minute workshop is being offered to visitors as part of National Science Week. Explore Aboriginal Cultures, knowledge systems and relationships with Country, while discovering ancient and contemporary ways of caring for…
Celebrate National Science Week at Healesville Sanctuary with Race Around the Zoo, an exciting team challenge that puts your observation, problem-solving and science skills to the test. Work together to complete the Threatened Species Mission as you navigate the sanctuary, tackle interactive challenges and come face to face with some of Australia’s most endangered wildlife. Success isn’t about…
Native bees, giant pollen grains, lizards in a heatwave, and the animals hiding in Canberra’s nature reserves – come meet the scientists who study them all. The Fenner School of Environment & Society at ANU is bringing four research teams to Westfield Woden for National Science Week. Each one is working on a different piece…
It’s Science Week! This year, science week is all about seeds of science, nature and plants. Our team will be going to a neighbouring primary school (my primary school which makes this even more exciting!) to engage young children from prep to year 6 in easy, fun and awesome activities. From Cow pluck (Hearts, eyeballs)…
