Uncover a hidden aquatic world with Wise Waterbugs, a captivating two-part adventure that invites people of all ages to embark on an exploration of the realm of macroinvertebrates. Through hands-on workshops and activities, participants will gain a deeper understanding of these small waterbugs and their big role in understanding the health of river ecosystems. The…
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Science Show at Bunnings Eastgardens
We will be running a children’s discovery science show at Eastgardens Bunnings. 11.30am Saturday 19 August for National Science Week.
Reduce Your Emissions at Home
Did you know that around 40% of Newcastle’s carbon emissions come from Newcastle households? Hear what you can do at home to reduce your emissions and make a difference. We will also show you what is out there that can help you get there. But be warned – you may even save some money in…
Dr Karl Live at City Hall
Australia’s favourite science communicator is back again for Beaker Street! The unstoppable, unstumpable Dr Karl Kruszelnicki celebrates a third year at Beaker Street Festival with a fresh dose of mind-bending facts and an update on the state of the planet. Will there be a band? Yes. Will Dr Karl dance? There’s only one way to…
KIOSC Science Communication Conference
The Knox Innovation, Opportunity and Sustainability Centre (KIOSC) based at Swinburne’s Wantirna campus provides STEM-based experiences to schools from all over Victoria. In 2022 KIOSC is celebrating 10 years of innovative STEM education. In honour of National Science Week, the Science Communication Conference is planned to be held on 18 August for students from Knox…
Science.Art.Film: Blade Runner
Blade Runner: The Director’s Cut + Discussion 1982 | M | 116 mins | DCP | US | D: Ridley Scott What is in a memory? Why do we feel emotions? How do they relate to our sense of identity, self, and responsibility? Blade Runner (1982) encourages us to reflect on how these questions on…
Kaarakin Black Cockatoo @ Girrawheen
An educational and interactive talk about the latest research projects that cover bird cognition and behaviour and the impact of environmental changes in their habitat. Kaarakin Black Cockatoo Conservation Centre is the only centre dedicated purely to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of the three threatened and endemic species of black cockatoos that inhabit southwest…
Movie and Astronomy Night at Deckchair Cinema
Celebrate National Science Week by coming to the Deckchair Cinema to see the documentary film The Endangered Generation, followed by a stargazing and astronomy presentation by the Casuarina Senior College Top End Star Gazers on the shores of Darwin Harbour.
Brain Break – School of Psychology, University of Adelaide
We’re hosting a Brain Break morning tea with scrumptious morsels of science goodness to celebrate science achievement and endeavour. We’ll be getting together to share fun science quizzes, activities and demonstrations over our cuppa. This morning tea is just for us, but you can register to host one for FREE in your own workplace.
Brain Break – Nino ELA Blackburn North
We’re hosting a Brain Break morning tea with scrumptious morsels of science goodness to celebrate science achievement and endeavour. We’ll be getting together to share fun science quizzes, activities and demonstrations over our cuppa. This morning tea is just for us, but you can register to host one for FREE in your own workplace.