You can start your learning journey to a life of science at any age. Three courageous Novocastrians show the way: Kiara Harrison will take us into her Honours research into human infertility; Harry Callen will describe the journey from lectures into the fieldwork of environmental engineering; and Willow Forsythe will let us know what it…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Creating Zoo Homes – Do try this at home
Good, modern zoos have come a long way since the concrete and metal exhibits of the past. These days, we know a key component of an animal’s welfare is tied to its immediate surroundings, so creating the perfect homes for the animals in Zoos SA’s care takes a lot of planning, care, science and species-specific…
Wild Homes – Reintroducing and protecting species in the wild
It takes hard work, strong partnerships and some serious science to save species from extinction. Join Zoos SA’s Conservation Manager as she explains how we go about protecting, breeding and reintroducing species back into the wild. Some of the fascinating animals you’ll hear about include the adorable Brush-tailed Bettong, who is considered an ‘ecosystem engineer’…
Annesley Junior School – Celebrating Science Week
We will be celebrating National Science Week with hands on experiences for each student of the school, ranging from the Early Learning Centre to Year 7. As students visit the Science space they will be encouraged to explore food in a range of different ways. They will use their senses to examine food, bake bread,…
The Wholesome Show: The Ground Beneath Our Feet!
We’re used to the ground beneath our feet being pretty steady. Every morning we get up and – unless there’s an earthquake – it’s pretty much where we left it. But we know that everything under us is moving. Slowly, slowly moving. Australia for example is packing up and heading north at 5cm a year….
Royal Society Show Case Science
The Royal Society Show Case Science aims to celebrate and promote to the public the diverse research members undertake to advance knowledge in SA. The event will: Show examples of cutting-edge and impactful research, Make a Case for science in our society, and Have a dialogue on the future of Science in SA. The format…
Cooking Sustainably
We will be using the OzHarvest resources to run a number of cooking sessions with primary aged classes between our two campuses. The FEAST program for Year 5/6 students will be a focus for our classes this term, and the funs will allow us to expand our cooking classes.
Big Week of Science
Rokeby Primary School will have each class give a demonstration of science experiments that can be conducted in the home by most ages. These will be offered to the whole school community to come and join in the fun on each lunch time during National Science Week. Classes from Prep to Year 6 can join…
Australian Bushfoods and the Northern Australia Aboriginal Kakadu Plum Alliance (NAAKPA)
Join Paul Saeki as he presents a fascinating look at the Australian Bush Food Sector and the amazing work of NAAKPA. Learn about the amazing research the National Measurement Institute has been engaged in with the Northern Australia Aboriginal Kakadu Plum Alliance. See how this scientific work has been a game-changer for this unique industry….
RACE-Gippsland: Meet the Meat practical
Learn how to pick the best steak. Students will learn some basic meat judging terminology and concepts, how to identify different cuts of meat, where different cuts of meat come from and the factors that affect meat quality and taste. Discover how to be the best judge by assessing a selection of meat based on…