The Earth Science Workshop is for 15 children, their parents and volunteers. Interactive workshops Building simple circuits, solar power and wind energy Eco-crafts, engaging crafts such as make DIY bird feeders and create art work using natural materials Creating a mini-compost bin Planting vegetables and flowers in small pots Learning in a fun and interactive…
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GIRT Scientific Diver Training
Calling everyone over 18 years of age with 50 logged dives or more who love diving shipwrecks, sunken aircraft or other underwater cultural heritage. The citizen science programme Gathering Information via Recreational and Technical (GIRT) Scientific Divers is keen to have you as an active member. GIRT is a no-impact public archaeology programme And members…
The Twisty Science Show
Do you like balloons? Do you like stories? Then you will love The Twisty Science Show, a book reading with fun science balloon creations. It is the story of how our DNA makes each one of us unique, told using fun and colourful balloon creations. It is based on the book, “What Makes You Unique”…
Connecting for Climate Action in Tasmania
Explore Tasmania’s new Climate Action Plan and join our experts to discuss its community rollout, alignment with global climate change communication strategies, and the active involvement of young people. This National Science Week event is brought to you by the Australian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society and the University of Tasmania.
Feeding Tasmania: Our food future
With the world population estimated to reach 10 billion by 2050, there is an urgent need to address the growing demand in food production. Growers and producers face new challenges to maintain and increase productivity, while caring for our land. How can we feed a growing population whilst maintaining and improving Tasmania’s land and water…
Science at the Local Library – Empowering Communities
Join us at Penrith Library this National Science Week for an inspiring session with Dr Ricky Spencer. Dr Spencer is an Associate Professor of Ecology at Western Sydney University and will talk about the benefits of citizen science as a pathway to nature exploration and how you too can become an agent of environmental stewardship….
Science Extravaganza! at Parks Library
During National Science Week, we embark on an awe-inspiring voyage into the amazing world of science. You’ll be guided by PAE Libraries’ very own science specialist, Capt’n David Riley. Suitable for families of all ages. Presented by David Riley, our science communication / STEM Education specialist who has been delivering quality science programs for 27…
Elemental Energies – Earth Element
Developing from the Innovation: Powering Future Industries theme for National Science Week, our project involves a series of hands on workshops for children and adults, learning how to use energy from the Earth’s elements. Earth – Biosphere Bush Mindfulness Journey Join us for an on-country excursion in the Fitzgerald Biosphere to learn about the importance…
Elemental Energies – Water Element
Developing from the Innovation: Powering Future Industries theme for National Science Week, our project involves a series of hands on workshops for children and adults, learning how to use energy from the Earth’s elements. This workshop during National Science Week will capture harnessing different elements to create a source of energy. Water Create a hydroelectric…
Elemental Energies – Fire Element
Developing from the Innovation: Powering Future Industries theme for National Science Week, our project involves a series of hands on workshops for children and adults, learning how to use energy from the Earth’s elements. This workshop during National Science Week will capture harnessing different elements to create a source of energy. Fire/Sun Create a solar…