Join us as we run age appropriate sessions for children to learn how food grows in the garden and comes to their plate. There will be opportunities for hands-on experiential learning for all ages, including discovering our community garden, learning about different cultures food and regular used herbs for cooking. Primary school aged children will also make…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Eureka Talks Series: Science in the Age of Fake News
In the third Eureka Talk, join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the challenges of science communication in the age of fake news. Hosted by Australian Museum Eureka Prize founder, Robyn Williams AO, this panel discussion will explore how science and fiction can be separated and whether science is being weaponised. Our panellists include Eureka…
Bite-Sized Science – How to tell if a stick can walk? The hidden world of stick insects
Sometimes a stick isn’t just a stick! What are stick insects? Despite resourcefully using ants to raise their babies, mimicking scorpions to scare predators and incredible camouflage, stick insect’s history is full of close calls with extinction. Learn more about these tricky and sticky insects and how can you spot them in your own backyard….
Bite-Sized Science – Curiosities of the Desert and X-Ray Superpowers
Are there dragons in the Australian deserts? Are they huge or tiny? With wings? What if I told you we can see inside them, and 3D print them? These sessions are for family audiences, with children aged 6–12. Bite-Sized Science sessions include a 10–15 minute presentation followed by a question and answer (Q&A). Places are…
Bininj Business Mob – Innovations on Country
Students of Nawarddeken Academy and the communities of Mamadawerre, Manmoyi and Kabulwarnamyo are looking forward to doing a deep dive to learn more about STEM careers on Country. Set within the Warddeken Indigenous Protected Area, students and community members are invited to join in the learning and build their skills and share their existing knowledge in innovations that supports…
Bininj Business Mob – Innovations on Country
Students of Nawarddeken Academy and the communities of Mamadawerre, Manmoyi and Kabulwarnamyo are looking forward to doing a deep dive to learn more about STEM careers on Country. Set within the Warddeken Indigenous Protected Area, students and community members are invited to join in the learning and build their skills and share their existing knowledge in innovations that supports…
Bininj Business Mob – Innovations on Country
Students of Nawarddeken Academy and the communities of Mamadawerre, Manmoyi and Kabulwarnamyo are looking forward to doing a deep dive to learn more about STEM careers on Country. Set within the Warddeken Indigenous Protected Area, students and community members are invited to join in the learning and build their skills and share their existing knowledge in innovations that supports…
The Salty Forest Paint and Sip Workshop
Artist or not, everyone loves a night out! Join local artist and creative, G, from Georgia Ellie Art and Design, to sip, laugh, and even learn a little about our local ecosystem. Explore your creative talents (or embrace your lack of) in our step by step art class with a ‘Salty’ theme. We’ll bring your…
The Salty Forest Mangrove Discovery Walk
Did you know that South Australia is home to some of the largest stands of temperate mangroves in the world? You might think mangroves just smell but they play a really important role in protecting and sheltering the coast. They are also an important fish nursery, a haven for birds and plenty of other weird…
The Salty Forest Mangrove Scroll Festival Activation
When you visit the Port Pirie Winter Festival, come and spend some time in the Art Workshop area. Among the many fun activities to try, you can also help to paint and colour a large scrolling mangrove scene, that will be animated and turned into a digital display alongside the other community contributions as part…