Create a cosmic constellation art wall! Bring your creativity into any of our libraries and decorate your own planets, stars, rockets, moons and more. Together we’ll build our community constellation art wall. Let’s build a creative community together and reach for the stars! This activity will be held across all of our City of…
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Experience Outer Space with Virtual Reality
This immersive virtual reality event will allow you to navigate the wonders of zero-gravity space! Embark on a breathtaking spacewalk, and marvel at the stunning beauty of Earth from above. Each participant will have a 10-minute session to immerse themselves in the daily activities of an astronaut. This cosmic adventure is guided by authentic audios,…
Experience Outer Space with Virtual Reality for Seniors
Launch into space with virtual reality! This immersive virtual reality event will allow you to relive the awe-inspiring moments of launching, orbiting the Earth, landing on the Moon, walking on its surface, and returning home. With the unparalleled power of virtual reality, you’ll be able to experience the excitement and wonder of space exploration like…
Experience Outer Space with Virtual Reality
Launch into space with virtual reality! This immersive virtual reality event will allow you to relive the awe-inspiring moments of launching, orbiting the Earth, landing on the Moon, walking on its surface, and returning home. With the unparalleled power of virtual reality, you’ll be able to experience the excitement and wonder of space exploration like…
First Nations Astronomy and Stargazing with Dr. Kirsten Banks
Dr Kirsten Banks is a passionate astrophysicist and science communicator with a lifelong fascination for the cosmos. Her journey into the stars began when her science teachers sparked her curiosity with a documentary about the Hubble Space Telescope. Kirsten pursued her love for space, earning a PhD in astrophysics, and delving into the depths…
Science in the Suburbs – Parramatta
An unforgettable evening where science meets entertainment. Join us for a night of discovery and delight at Science in the Suburbs – Parramatta. Enjoy this National Science Week event in a cosy pub setting, perfect for a casual and informative night out. Our eight speakers are experts in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. We…
Museum in a Box – First Nations Science Festival
Celebrate our first scientists! Join us for a special session of our ‘Museum in a Box’ program, presented by Inspiring South Australia and the South Australian Museum as part of Payirri-apinthirlu naalityangka, the First Nations Science Festival. Payirri-apinthirlu naalityangka, meaning ‘investigate with you all’ in Kaurna, session invites young explorers aged 3-6 to discover science through songs, stories,…
Museum in a Box – First Nations Science Festival
Celebrate our first scientists! Join us for a special session of our ‘Museum in a box’ program, presented by Inspiring South Australia and the South Australian Museum as part of Payirri-apinthirlu naalityangka, the First Nations Science Festival. Named Payirri-apinthirlu naalityangka in Kaurna, meaning ‘investigate with you all’, this session invites young explorers aged 3-6 to discover science through…
The Great Koala Count
Find out how we count koalas in Australia… and learn how you can too! Koalas are endangered in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Queensland. There are also concerns about local koala populations in South Australia and Victoria. This National Science Week, we will take you on a journey to find out…
Storytime with an Endangered Songbird
Join award-winning author Coral Vass as she reads The Forgotten Song: Saving the Regent Honeyeater live from Melbourne Zoo! This free, live webinar is a great way to bring conservation themes into primary classrooms. Listen to a hopeful story about Australia’s most critically endangered bird. Award winning-author, Coral Vass will read The Forgotten Song: Saving…