Not the Science Type is a four-part docu-series that addresses negative stereotypes and the need for greater diversity, equity and inclusion in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields.It highlight four women who break down boundaries within their fields – biology, engineering and science and technology-based applications. The series will premiere in Australia in…
Topic: Chemistry and Materials
Learn About Gems and How to Look After Them
This informative, illustrated presentation by the Western Australian Division of the Gemmological Association of Australia covers the basics of the understanding the properties of gemstones and how they can be best cared for in your jewellery. See some wonderful specimens, use some of the equipment gemmologists employ to identify gems, and look at your own…
Yhonnie Scarce | Nuclear Histories with Dr Liz Tynan
Join journalist, nuclear researcher, and author Associate Professor Liz Tynan PhD to gain an insight into the history of British nuclear testing in Australia in the 1950s and 1960s. This lecture provides context and background to complement Yhonnie Scarce’s exhibition Missile Park currently showing at the IMA. Scarce’s work is underpinned by extensive and in-depth research that explores the impact…
Yhonnie Scarce | STEM + Art Workshop
Undertake a design challenge to create an architectural sculpture in this hands-on workshop for primary and secondary students to complement Yhonnie Scarce’s Missile Park exhibition. Students will investigate the structural and aesthetic properties of cardboard and apply a variety of joining techniques to create a 3D sculpture (monument, structure or architectural model) inspired by the…
Yhonnie Scarce | Missile Park
Yhonnie Scarce is an artist known for sculptural installations which span architecturally-scaled public art projects to intimately-scaled assemblages replete with personal and cultural histories. Scarce is a master glass-blower, which she puts to the service of spectacular and spectral installations full of aesthetic, cultural, and political significance. Her work also engages the photographic archive and found…
Science of Colour Mixing – Art for Adults
In this watercolour workshop for beginners you will complete practical exercises while learning colour theory to improve your art. Colour has such a huge influence on us and selecting the right colours will be so much easier after taking this class. All materials provided. Bookings essential via Eventbrite. Workshop is suitable for those aged 16+.
Bridge Building Challenge at Ivanhoe Library
Take part in National Science Week by joining our bridge building challenge. Using strawbees, string and cardboard, your challenge is to design and build the greatest bridge — let’s see which bridge can hold the most weight. A limited number of people can be booked into each event, please cancel your booking if you can…
National Science Quiz at Watsonia Library
Fancy yourself a quiz master? Join us for a live stream of the National Science Quiz to celebrate National Science Week. Hosted by Charlie Pickering, there will be panel discussions and experiment videos. The fastest and correct people to answer each of 15 questions via the quiz app will win a prize pack. Presented by ACEMS ARC…
National Science Quiz at Mill Park Library
Fancy yourself a quiz master? Join us for a live stream of the National Science Quiz to celebrate National Science Week. Hosted by Charlie Pickering, there will be panel discussions and experiment videos. The fastest and correct people to answer each of 15 questions via the quiz app will win a prize pack. Presented by ACEMS ARC…
Hobart College Sustainable Food Festival
A celebration of insect proteins and other innovations in food. Our popular, student run cafe will feature crickets, mealworms and products made from insect flours, supported by information collated by science students. During our regular pastoral care time, all students will have the opportunity to participate in National Science Week activities based around the theme…