Hey kids, want to get your science hats on? Then come check out what’s happening at the Jindabyne Library for National Science Week. We’ll be holding a range of activities to involve and engage kids in the world of science!
Topic: Physics
That’s What I Call Science Podcast Young Tassie Scientists
Join us for That’s What I Call Science, a radio-podcast show based in Nipaluna/Hobart. Each week, we talk to incredible STEMM researchers, professionals, students, and teachers! In the lead up to National Science Week 2026, we chatted to participants of the Young Tassie Scientists program. Through the program, the YTS crew travel around Lutruwita/Tasmania to share…
The 2026 Einstein Lecture – Does God Play Dice?
Albert Einstein famously wrote to fellow physicist Max Born: “I, at any rate, am convinced that God is not playing at dice.” A century later, scientists regularly invoke chance and randomness to explain the natural world. What does this mean? Has physics resolved whether the universe fundamentally operates by chance? This talk explores these deep…
Plants for Space – Mission to the Moon
Plants are essential to life as we know it on Earth, and we’ll need them to survive as humans travel to the Moon and Mars. Join the Australian Space Discovery Centre and Plants for Space for an out-of-this-world workshop this National Science Week! In this workshop, you’ll put yourself in the shoes of plant scientists,…
Corrosion Science
Rana is a corrosion technologist and president of the Australasian Corrosion Association for the Northern Territory branch and will bring enthusiastic representatives in the corrosion prevention industry to talk with kids about corrosion and how it works. This will be hands on materials science experiments and further information on careers in corrosion prevention.
The Science of Everything Podcast
In this popular science podcast, I discuss a variety of topics in both the natural and social sciences, exploring the many fascinating insights that the scientific method yields about the world around us. Recent episode topics include human evolution, dinosaurs, low carb diets, quantum mechanics, and the psychology of personality.
Science Time – Light
Science Time is Questacon’s regular term-time experience for early learners aged 3-5 and their carers. The 40 minute session is guided by a Questacon Early Learning presenter and gets little scientists involved in a fun and interactive learning experience. Each session starts with a question which children and their caregivers work together to investigate and…
Lakeland Senior High School Science Fair
Lakeland Senior High School is excited to host its very first Science Fair as part of the celebrations for National Science Week. Students will have the opportunity to investigate a scientific topic that interests them and share their learning with the school community. Participants can create a poster, model, or another visual display to showcase…
Expanding the Cosmos at Mount Gnomon
Escape to the Dark Skies of Mount Gnomon Farm for a memorable evening of astronomy, culture, food, and music in one of the most atmospheric settings of North West Lutruwita/Tasmania. With minimal light pollution and the lush surrounds of the Dial Range, this is the perfect spot to gaze skyward and contemplate our place in…
Quantum Future Talent – From Curiosity to Career
Curious about where quantum could take you? Quantum is shaping the future of technology – from computing to cybersecurity – and it’s opening new career pathways across a range of industries. At Quantum Future Talent: From Curiosity to Career, you’ll hear directly from people working in the industry and gain a clear understanding of what quantum…