Students will work as a team to complete activities based around assisting the survival of bees in our local community. Students will create seed balls containing seeds of bee attracting plants that grow well in our local area. Students will take some of these seed balls home to be germinated in local gardens, with others…
Topic: Agriculture
Mid-afternoon Masterclass: How to catch a giant coconut-cracking rat with Dr Tyrone Lavery
There are approximately 6,500 known mammal species and around 20 new species are discovered every year. Mammalogist Dr Tyrone Lavery worked with local people to document a new species of giant rat in the Solomon Islands. With detective work, persistence and luck, they finally found what they were searching for. The Science Festival Mid-afternoon Masterclass series is a series…
Mid-afternoon Masterclass: Sneezing chickens are impacting the egg industry with Dr Sathya Kulappu Arachchige
Did you know that chickens can sneeze? Just like humans, chickens can suffer from respiratory diseases like the cold and flu, causing huge economic losses for egg and poultry industries. Learn how we are improving diagnostic methods to help keep Australian chickens healthy and support farmers. The Science Festival Mid-afternoon Masterclass series is a series of five,…
Mid-afternoon Masterclass: Hunting weather history to prepare for the future with Linden Ashcroft
Do you keep a diary? Maybe you document what you did, how you felt, or even what the weather was like. Imagine if, in 200 years, someone used your diary to recreate the weather you experienced! In this masterclass we will explore the good, bad and ugly of Australia’s weather history, and explain how dusty old…
Alan Broughton on Organic Methods of Pest and Disease Control
Join us for an informative talk with Alan Broughton, Agroecology Educator of the Organic Agriculture Association & Mekong Organics. Alan will be discussing microbial and botanical pest and disease products, recipes for home-made pesticides, natural fungicides and well as other options for controlling pest and disease outbreaks. Alan is an agroecology educator based here in…
Alan Broughton on Pest and Disease Prevention
Join us for an informative talk with Alan Broughton, Agroecology Educator of the Organic Agriculture Association & Mekong Organics. Alan will be going over the reasons pests and diseases attack crops, the principles of pest and disease prevention, using a refractometer to gauge plant health and many other topics to help protect your crops and…
National Science Week Storytime
Come along to your local library to celebrate National Science Week! This National Science Week learn the science behind how plants grow! Come along, sing some songs and plant your own Cress Head! Storytime sessions are for children 2-5 years of age and include songs, rhymes, stories and activities. The session will run for approximately…
Greenhouse Gardening at East Gippsland Shire Libraries
Join in the fun at your local library this National Science Week! Come along to our gardening and sustainability workshop and build your very own greenhouse, complete some science experiments and take part in our quiz. Learn more about why gardening plays an important role in science and gain a better understanding of how plants…
Respect the Reef with The Chamaeleon Collective dancers at Libraries ACT
Reef UP! combines the latest scientific research with the magic of theatre to share the story of what is happening to our coral reefs and what we can do to help. Meet a sea-full of loveable characters (and villains): Manta and Ray, Slinky the shark, clown fish, Minkie whales, and a devious Crown of Thorns starfish called Priscilla! The Chamaeleon…
Cobden Library – DIY greenhouse gardening for kids
As part of National Science Week at the library, participants will create their own mini greenhouse while reusing materials to promote sustainability and minimise waste. With just a little water, sunlight, and patience, fresh alfalfa will be ready to harvest in no time. A National Science Week event, presented with the support of the Inspiring…