Join saxon for a fascinating, family-friendly journey into the wonders of our world with the Astronomy Science Fair 2024! This FREE event is designed to spark curiosity in kids and adults alike. Explore the wonders of the universe and unlock its mysteries at our astronomy event! Event Highlights: Moon: Witness the Moon’s majestic craters, vast maria,…
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saxon Science Fair
Join saxon for a fascinating, family-friendly journey into the tiny wonders of our world with the Science Fair 2024! This FREE event is designed to spark curiosity in kids and adults alike. Discover the marvels of the microscopic realm and learn the secrets behind the lenses of a microscope! Event Highlights: Strawberry: Observe the details of…
Engaging Curiosity and Teamwork with Neuroscientist, Dr Dana Bradford
What can neuroscience tell us about school-age brains? And how can understanding a neurodiverse brain help us engage these students more effectively? Join CSIRO neuroscientist and TedX presenter, Dr Dana Bradford for this free, professional learning webinar for educators for a better understanding of what’s happening in your students’ heads. It balances theory with…
Boosting Attention and Memory for Better Learning with Neuroscientist, Dr Dana Bradford
Are your students paying attention? Would you like to improve their retention and memory (or yours?) And how can this work for neurodiverse students? Join our free Teacher Professional Learning webinar with CSIRO neuroscientist and TEDx presenter Dr Dana Bradford, as she explores the science behind memory and attention. Gain practical techniques to help…
Wilman Kids on Country
Millennium Kids will work with the Wilman people to codesign a two-day Science Week 2024 on country program at Dryandra Woodland and Pomphreys Bridge, 180 km southeast of Perth. The workshop series will add value to the Wilman Healthy Country Plan, ensuring young people are integrated into a long-term strategy to connect young people to…
Then and Now – Talking about Australia’s environment with Tim Flannery
In the 1980s, Australia saw an industrial boom around our natural resources, the reforming of many environmental protection acts, discussions on nuclear energy, and an abundance of climate activism. Many of these concerns seem to be back on the agenda 40 years later. Tim Flannery is one of Australia’s best-known scientists and biggest-selling authors…
The Man Who Invented Vegemite – Cyril’s Lab Launch
The Cyril Callister Foundation invites special guests and media to the official opening of Cyril’s Lab. A new science space at Cyril Callister Museum. Cyril’s Lab recreates the laboratory where Dr Callister and his team invented the iconic spread in 1923. Built with a grant from Acciona Energia’s Waubra Wind Farm, the lab will open…
Bayview College Activities
Lets get involved and learn more about species survival. During this week we will have a quiz for you to complete, prizes will be awarded at the end of the week. Special activities will run during science classes and electives related to the theme “Species Survival – More than just sustainability”. There will be opportunity…
CCWA Citizen Science Bat Surveys
During summer the CCWA’s Citizen Science program carried out a bat pilot study. Volunteers used bat detectors to record the different species of bats and their behaviours. This was conducted at different sites across Perth and the southwest. Following on from the pilot, we’re testing out some bat survey changes in the Canning River Regional…
Plants for Survival at Rossmoyne Senior High School
Staff and students will spend some time during Science week planting seeds, seedlings, and semi established plants that are great pollinators for bees. These also can show examples of produce that help human survival. We will also make some bee hotels to stop bees coming onto common school areas, causing risks for students.