The school theme for National Science Week in 2024 is Species Survival – More than just sustainability. The theme aims to highlight the importance of science and innovation in ensuring the survival and thriving of different species in an ever-changing world. Join Dr Carla Eisemberg on a journey of turtle discoveries on this interactive workshop…
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Tamara Davis: Dark Energy
From the celestial ballet of exploding supernovae to the cosmic whispers of gravitational waves, acclaimed astrophysicist Tamara Davis’ journey through the cosmos promises to captivate and inspire. With over two decades dedicated to unravelling cosmic mysteries, Tamara Davis has played a pivotal role in monumental astronomical surveys. She has uncovered over half a billion galaxies…
Walk with Wildlife Experience
Embark on a Walk with Wildlife! This National Science Week, Wildlife Wonders is offering that every child visits free (with a paying adult) for our Walk with Wildlife experience. A visit to Wildlife Wonders is a delight for the young, and the young at heart. There are no internal fences here! All wildlife are…
Professional Learning – Conservation action, from Perth Zoo to you.
During Perth Zoo’s teacher professional learning workshop, teachers have the opportunity to increase their knowledge, participate in hands on activities and explore ways to get their students involved in National Science Week. We are delivering the workshop early so you have time to prepare your class for activities during Science Week. Targeted at Kindy to…
Botany For Beginners
A field walk, outdoor morning tea, plant identification, botanical drawing… Botany for Beginners is a delightful day in nature! Ravensthorpe Community Resource Centre is partnering with Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show and Regional Herbarium to deliver this special one-day workshop for young people and adults. Botany for Beginners aims to engender an interest in botanical identification and…
Bite of Science at CDU Open Day
This year, Inspired NT is partnering with Charles Darwin University Open Day for National Science Week! Bite of Science is a free family-fun day of activities and experiences for all, where the exciting world of science in the NT will be showcased by schools, researchers, industry, and practitioners alike. Photo Credit: Patch Clapp
Would you like flies with that?
Activity 1: Garden Space – Students will plant two gardens: a veggie patch and a bush tucker garden. The approximate size of the garden space will be 5m x 4.5m. Students will have the opportunity to work with industry professionals from Campbelltown Bunnings. Activity 2: Future Foods Program – With assistance from Year 10 student volunteers, Year…
Weird Science
Is this real, or just plain weird? Discover the world of weird science this National Science Week. Watch some amazing experiments and do some of your own. This workshop includes tricks, illusions and fascinating science. You’re guaranteed to learn something new! Suitable for ages 7-12. All children must be supervised by an adult guardian. …
The Whale’s Tale
A beached whale, a confused navigator, a ridiculous doctor… whatever could be the matter? This National Science Week, MAGNT and Darwin Festival (DF) will partner for their third year to present Born in a Taxi’s The Whale’s Tale. Featuring a 9-metre whale puppet, this outdoor interactive theatre show combines playful performance with an inspiring…
Big Ideas and Inspiring Careers: Make an impact with a career in biodiversity science
Meet the exceptional women tackling the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Join us for Big Ideas and Inspiring Careers! Our event panellists are carving diverse and remarkable paths in the fields of wildlife biology, conservation, science communication and marine biology. Hear about their journeys and learn the innovative approaches they’re taking to develop…