Science in the Brewery

Join us for a captivating evening celebrating innovation and discovery at the intersection of science and brewing, Science in the Brewery!  Co-hosted by Inspiring Australia Gladstone STEM Hub Network and Ward’s Brewery, this event is a highlight of National Science Week.  What to expect Guest Speakers: Engage with inspiring STEM professionals as they share their personal journeys and insights…

Crime Scene Investigation

Stars the Unicorn is missing!  Join us at Ferntree Gully Library for our Science week crime scene investigation, where you will learn about crime scene science techniques. Use your new detective skills to hopefully help us find out who kidnapped Stars. This science based event is perfect for Homeschoolers. A National Science Week event, presented…

Operation: Plants in Space

As humans continue to explore space and go on longer missions, to the Moon and further to Mars, plants will come along with us. Astronauts have been nurturing space gardens on the International Space Station for decades, but we are still finding the best ways to grow plants in space. Plants in space are used…

Sunday Afternoon Bio-Inspiration Talks: Wild Things

Humans have a love of nature imprinted in our DNA. Now researchers are learning how nature can help solve our greatest problems. In the first of three Sunday afternoon talks on bio-inspiration, local inventor Jay Harman will share how species in our region inspired breakthrough solutions.  Francesca Bertone will share practical ways that we can…

‘Night Calling’ movie screening and panel discussion

In celebration of International Owl Awareness Day, BirdLife WA will be hosting the first Perth screening of Night Calling. This film highlights the urgent need to protect owls by banning harmful rodenticides. Following the screening, we will host a panel discussion featuring: • Dr Boyd Wykes (Owl Friendly Margaret River) • Sue Taylor (Film-maker) •…

The Sound of Symmetry

This combined lecture and performance introduces you to mathematical concepts of symmetry and how they can be expressed artistically in music. Mathematician Artem Pulemotov will explain principles for different types of symmetry that are central to modern mathematics and physics. Musicologist Denis Collins will explain how symmetry can be represented in musical sound. Although simple…

Robotics Workshop

Are you ready to code a robot? Join us at the Keysborough Learning Centre for a super fun and hands-on workshop where you’ll dive into the amazing world of robotics. What’s in this workshop? Build Robots: Learn how to put together awesome robots that can move, make sounds, and follow your commands. Program Your Creations:…