Ready to learn how to locate and identify glossy black-cockatoos (also known as ‘Glossies’) and their feed trees in the wild? Come along to this interactive workshop to learn more about this vulnerable species. You’ll get a chance to get up close to a glossy black-cockatoo and other native wildlife with Martin Finland from Geckoes…
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The good, the bad and the ugly & Friends in our food – parasites
The City of Mitcham welcomes all to these free community events. Parasites – the good, the bad and the ugly 16 August @ 6-7pm | Mitcham Memorial Library Parasites are far more diverse than the disease-causing organisms most people think they are. They are often vital components of ecosystems the loss of parasites from the…
Create a Parasite Clay Workshop @ Mitcham Memorial Library
There are parasites all around us, but they are often not noticed. Although some can cause diseases many are important parts of nature. Come join Dr Gerrut Norval as he will introduce some kinds of parasites and what they do, and then create your own parasite with clay. The City of Mitcham welcomes all to…
Parasites Unmasked Gallery Display
Take a close look at images and specimens of these intriguing parasites. For the month of August, visit the Mitcham Memorial Library Gallery and explore the world of parasites. Material supplied by Dr Gerrut Norval is an ecologist with an interest in parasite-host associations. His research entails natural history studies and chance observations to elucidate the…
Space to Dream Travelling Exhibition
Each year the Commission for Children and Young People select approximately 20 top rated Space to Dream 2D and 3D design entries from the Commissioner’s Digital Challenge. These entries go on display at the Australian Space Discovery Centre throughout December and January. From February they travel to participating metropolitan and region libraries around South Australia,…
Inquisitive Kids Program – CSI Forensics Lab!
An after-school workshop for primary aged children, with Fizzics Education. This forensic science workshop is designed to intrigue budding super sleuths who enjoy their science mixed with a bit of drama! With over 60 curriculum-linked incursions on offer, Fizzics Education excels at putting together an engaging and educational programme to bring science to life. Participants…
Indigenous Science, Songlines and Stars: Planetarium shows and presentations in the UOW Science Space
Indigenous science, songlines and stars – an evening in the Science Space, Innovation Campus will be on Tuesday 15 August from 6 – 9pm. This will include shows and presentations in the Planetarium: Planetarium show: A preview of the Lizard Island section of The Earth Above planetarium show. In collaboration between the ARC Centre of Excellence…
New Inventions From Japanese Traditional Knowledge – Tuggeranong
Amazing Japanese traditional waterproofing technology will help you pick up as many bouncy balls as possible, using only a thin paper scoop. Have you heard of the word Matsuri or “festival” in Japanese? Matsuri are held at shrines and temples on special occasions, and they often feature stalls with games for kids: How many bouncy balls…
New Inventions From Japanese Traditional Knowledge – Belconnen
Amazing Japanese traditional waterproofing technology will help you pick up as many bouncy balls as possible, using only a thin paper scoop. Have you heard of the word Matsuri or “festival” in Japanese? Matsuri are held at shrines and temples on special occasions, and they often feature stalls with games for kids: How many bouncy balls…
New Inventions From Japanese Traditional Knowledge – Kippax
Amazing Japanese traditional waterproofing technology will help you pick up as many bouncy balls as possible, using only a thin paper scoop. Have you heard of the word Matsuri or “festival” in Japanese? Matsuri are held at shrines and temples on special occasions, and they often feature stalls with games for kids: How many bouncy balls…