Why not capture a photo of some of our extraordinary biodiversity and enter it in the Atlas of Life Photo Exhibition? Vision 2020 is an exhibition and there will be no judging as such. However, there will be the opportunity for gallery viewers to lodge a “People’s Choice” vote. There will be two prizes for…
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Deep Blue Display at Tura-Marrang Library
Deep Blue display featuring micro plastics, ocean facts and National Science Week information. The AUSMAP kit on display are part of a citizen science project which is helping solve a problem you can’t see. Until recently microplastic pollution presented scientists with a crisis that was near invisible to the naked eye. Now we have AUSMAP….
Science NOT in the Pub
Join Clean Energy For Eternity on Friday August 21 at 6pm with Professor Lesley Hughes from the Climate Council, for a discussion of the science that underpins the Australian Bushfire and Climate Plan. Hear how CEFE is bringing renewable energy generation to our community facilities as we come to grips with climate change mitigation, adaptation…
The Night Sky and the Seasons
Presented by Dr David Nicholls, an astronomer who works at Mt Stromlo Observatory near Canberra, part of the Australian National University (ANU). The night sky on the Sapphire Coast is exceptionally dark, making it a wonderful place to view the southern sky, the stars, the Milky Way, the planets and many other phenomena. As we…
Science Workshop and Storytime
Go to the Bega Valley Shire Council Libraries’ Science Workshop and Storytime Online, Thursday 20 August 10:30am and find out about science experiments and Little Bang online science resources. Published on the Bega Valley Shire Library Facebook page and their website. Suitable for Ages 4+.
The ID Crowd at the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre
Come along to the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre on Saturday 22nd August from 10am to 2pm and ask an expert from our ID CROWD. Bring in your specimen or a photo of it. Our ID Crowd include: Dr Anne Felton Marine Geologist; professional divers from Dive Eden; local Fisheries officers; NPWS staff; members of…
Climate and Birds
The FSCB are often found in habitats like Panboola, carefully observing the birds they love. FSCB and Panboola will post each day across National Science Week discussing the impacts of climate change upon some of the birds found at Panboola. Visit the FSCB Facebook page to find clues for the Science Week Scavenger Hunt. This…
Virtual Tour of NCI Australia and the Gadi Supercomputer
NCI Australia is home to Gadi, Australia’s fastest research supercomputer. Ranked 24th fastest in the world, Gadi is a massive cluster of computers and data storage infrastructure that is aiding Australian researchers across the scientific spectrum. As you read this sentence, Gadi is helping Australian scientists develop cutting-edge treatments and vaccines, including those for COVID-19….
A Tour of the Sourdough Library with Karl De Smedt
Meet Sourdough Librarian Karl De Smedt as he tells us the unique story behind the Sourdough Library and its many unique starter cultures. Please make sure you register and get your FREE tickets at our eventbrite page using the link below.
DIY Lactofermentation Workshop with Dr Erin McKenney
Join us on this DIY online workshop and ferment your favorite veggies, from your own kitchen. This National Science Week, Dr Erin McKenney will take us on a journey of the brief history and the science behind lactic acid fermentation, while helping you set up your own ferments. Please make sure your register and get…