Through the Busselton Jetty Environment Foundation and Busselton Jetty for Schools program, we endeavour to educate young people about our oceans, marine biodiversity, climate change and conservation, creating a new generation of people who are dedicated to protecting and preserving our marine environment. Busselton Jetty is home to one of Australia’s greatest artificial reefs, with…
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Dive into the Deep Blue with the SharkSmart team
Dive into the Deep Blue with the SharkSmart team After five years of research and trials the NSW Shark Management Strategy has wrapped up. To celebrate the amazing work, we are offering three lucky schools the chance to chat with our scientists in (virtual) person. Who can enter? Primary and High schools are eligible to…
Links between Gulf rivers and food for migratory shorebirds video
The Northern Australia Environmental Resources Hub, funded by the Australian Government’s National Environmental Science Program, undertakes research to support sustainable development in northern Australia. This is one of five research videos we will be launching on Facebook and Twitter during Science Week, about how important the Gulf of Carpentaria is for migratory shorebirds.
Waste and marine debris in remote northern Australian communities video
The Northern Australia Environmental Resources Hub, funded by the Australian Government’s National Environmental Science Program, undertakes research to support sustainable development in northern Australia. This is one of five research videos we will be launching on Facebook and Twitter during Science Week, about how waste and marine debris impact remote northern Australia communities.
Mangrove dieback in the Gulf of Carpentaria video
The Northern Australia Environmental Resources Hub, funded by the Australian Government’s National Environmental Science Program, undertakes research to support sustainable development in northern Australia. This is one of five research videos we will be launching on Facebook and Twitter during Science Week, about the mass mangrove dieback in the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Links between Gulf rivers and fisheries video
The Northern Australia Environmental Resources Hub, funded by the Australian Government’s National Environmental Science Program, undertakes research to support sustainable development in northern Australia. This is one of five research videos we will be launching on Facebook and Twitter during Science Week, about links between river flow and fisheries in the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Feral pigs and marine turtles on Cape York (video)
The Northern Australia Environmental Resources Hub, funded by the Australian Government’s National Environmental Science Program, undertakes research to support sustainable development in northern Australia. This is one of five research videos we will be launching on Facebook and Twitter during Science Week, about feral pigs and marine turtles on Cape York.
Cochlear Aurora Science Photo Contest
Flinders University’s annual Cochlear Aurora Photo Science Contest is providing girls with an opportunity to learn the science behind natural phenomena and enabling reflection on the interface between art and science. The contest was established five years ago with the aim to inspire more girls towards futures in science. The contest offers cash prizes to South…
The Little Heroes and Enemies within Us
Dr Sat Dushy is a Lecturer at the University of Melbourne. She specialises in Online Education in Cancer Sciences for Graduate Students. Prior to this role, she completed a PhD through the University of Melbourne and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. Her thesis was focused on identifying combination treatment strategies for Breast Cancer, that harness the…
COVID-19 and Science Beyond the Classroom
Professor Nigel Curtis is a doctor and scientist. He is Head of Infectious Diseases at The Royal Children’s Hospital, Professor of Paediatric Infectious Diseases at the University of Melbourne and Leader of the Infectious Diseases Research Group at the Murdoch Children¹s Research Institute. Professor Curtis’ research focuses on improving the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of…