Camp + Science + University + Scientists + Friends. What more could you ask for? This event is 2 in one – an indoor overnight camp at Mt Stromlo Observatory followed by an educational day at Australian National University in Canberra for Guides and Senior Guides. The week will be a fun and exciting opportunity to exclusively…
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Australian Animals; Saving us and saving them
Australia is home to a wide variety of unique flora and fauna. From fluffy marsupials to dangerous spiders Australia has it all. So how do we protect our diverse creatures and ensure their survival? And could this wide array of species hold any clues for human health? Our researchers are investigating. Join us at the…
Walks and Talks: Menagerie of Canberra’s Bird Curiosities
Have you ever wondered what scientists find fascinating from that little blue wrens or the angry sounding magpies you see fleeting about in the Australian National Botanic Gardens? Come and hear the stories of one of the most charismatic (and cute) and beloved animal group of all – birds. Audrey Prasetya will be sharing not…
Walks and Talks: Amazing reptiles and where to find them
From cold mountain-tops to the sea, with or without limbs, smalls as worms or big as Komodo dragons – reptiles come in a big variety of forms, and you can choose your favourite. Herping is the act of searching for “herps”, the amphibians and reptiles. In this talk by Jess Fenker you will learn more…
Walks and Talks: Orchids from Australia and abroad
Orchids – they’re the flowers that launched a thousand ships (and sent several explorers to their untimely deaths). Known for their staggering diversity and beguiling beauty, these miniature marvels have captured our attention for centuries. Amazingly, Canberra’s very own Black Mountain is home to as many orchid species as the entirety of Great Britain. But…
Walks and Talks: Discover your native insects
Even though insects are very small, they are essential in our ecosystem. These little critters do everything from being pollinators to predators. We hear a lot about insects from across the world and Australia, but what about those in Canberra? In this talk Ying Luo will introduce you to the world of insects and insect…
Walks and Talks: Not so boring beetles
The diversity of insects is not limited to those we see flying around us; hidden away in the nooks and crannies of our environment are an even greater assortment of life. Some of the most bizarre, beautiful and even destructive insects live in trees. Trees are a great shelter and source of energy for many…
Clifton Hill Primary School Morning Tea
Screening of Another day of STEM and a quiz in the STEM Lab.
Glass: More than meets the eye festival
This National Science Week join us for a family friendly day of discovery, art, and play. Observe our closest star with a purpose-build solar telescope, jump into Curtin Universities pop-up science lab and take part in hands-on experiments including think: lab coats, lenses, lasers and more. Make your own Pate de Verre glass bowl with…
Seeing Things Differently
These two events are scheduled for Friday 19 August (for school groups) and Saturday 20 August (for families and the general public). Visitors will have the opportunity to see inside Adelaide’s Micro-X factory, which develops and produces next generation X-ray imaging equipment incorporating innovative design and carbon nanotube technology. Other industry tours will also be…