As humans continue to explore further from our home planet, Australia’s hardy native plants could be the answer to a nourishing diet. Plants in space are used for food and research, but they also play an important role in astronauts’ well-being and fostering a connection to Earth. As some of the world’s first astronomers, First…
Topic: Environment and Nature
AUSMAP: Science by the Sea, Scientist for a Day – Henley
Interested in learning more about microplastics in South Australia & the impact on humans & the environment? Come and participate in our AUSMAP Scientist for a Day program at the Marine Discovery Centre as part of National Science Week. This event is ideal for upper primary & secondary school students. AUSMAP is supported by a series…
Dr Karl and Friends: Innovation and Beyond
There’s a buzz this National Science Week as Dr Karl Kruszelnicki and friends join forces, live on stage at Sydney Town Hall. Take a ride with Dr Karl through the past 100 years of the greatest scientific discoveries and innovations that changed our lives forever. Today’s thinkers will do the same, but how? Dr Karl…
Make Your Birding Count
This National Science Week, make your birding count by doing a Standardised Bird Survey for BirdLife Australia. Standardised surveys allow the science community to more easily compare surveys, and draw evidence-based conclusions about bird distribution and behaviour. All you need to do is: Get outdoors. Pick a spot to survey. This could be anywhere: a…
Science Play Matters at Paradise PALS Playgroup
Play Matters Australia is hosting a free National Science Week Playgroup at Trinity Beach State School. This playgroup caters to families with children aged up to five years old and will have low-sensory activity options. Join us for a morning of science activities and lots of fun for everyone. To attend, please register for your…
Science Play Matters at Cairns Hub
Play Matters Australia is hosting free Science Play Matters Playgroups during National Science Week at the Cairns Hub. This playgroup caters to families with children aged up to five years old and will offer low-sensory activity options. Become a member and join us for a morning of science activities and lots of fun for everyone….
Broke Public Science Week
During National Science Week, we are planting some Indigenous plants into our hydroponics systems. During the week we will observe any changes. We will then also investigate if this is an alternative way to grow plants in our area. In addition to Indigenous plants, we will also conduct the experiment with other seedlings as we…
Bribie Island Dugong Symposium
Bringing together dugong-loving scientists, artists and community members to share knowledge and experiences, and to celebrate connections with these mythical local residents. Registration includes a 2 hour wildlife cruise on Pumicestone Passage with Ferryman Cruises. Session 1 | 11:30am-2:30pm | Bribie Island’s Seaside Museum Curated presentations, discussions and artistic inflections Keynote presentation by Dr Janet…
Put the FUN into Fungi!
Are you into FUNgi? Then join us on Wednesday, 16 August to between 12:00 and 14:00 at Warrnambool Neighbourhood Community Centre (WNCC) and become a mini mushroom farmer! You will be provided with a mushroom kit and all you need to start the process on the day. Two fun guys will teach us all we…
Put the FUN into Fungi!
Are you into FUNgi? Then join us on Wednesday, 16 August to between 12:00 and 14:00 at Warrnambool Neighbourhood Community Centre (WNCC) and become a mini mushroom farmer! You will be provided with a mushroom kit and all you need to start the process on the day. Two fun guys will teach us all we…