The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Australian Museum are bringing school teachers and students another jam-packed science experience during National Science Week, 14 – 18 August. With a fantastic new program for 2023, the Sydney Science Trail excursion for schools will feature a science Expo, shows or Talking Science panels, a self-guided tour and interactive STEM workshops for both…
Topic: Environment and Nature
A Great Gondwanan Day Out
Make your way to South Bruny Island to Inala nestled under the slopes of Mount Mangana and fall under the spell of three engaging presentations covering the geology, flora and fauna of Tasmania’s Gondwanan heritage. Our renowned presenters are experts in the field of Gondwana: Dr Tonia Cochran (the owner of Inala Nature Tours and…
A Look at Some of our Top Women Scientists with Ian Thompson
Ian Thompson, U3A lecturer, will lead a discussion on our top women scientists from around the world, their discoveries and inventions from antiquity till now, and how these women have shaped our lives. Bookings essential.
Science and Engineering Challenge – Mount Gambier
The Science and Engineering Challenge is a nationwide STEM outreach program presented by the University of Newcastle in partnership with communities, Rotary clubs, universities and sponsors. Through the Challenge, students experience aspects of science and engineering which they would not usually see in their school environment. The aim is to have these students consider STEM…
Food Down to a Science
Science Night at Waite Join us at the Waite Campus as we untangle the science behind agriculture, food and wine through an evening of interactive talks, tastings and more. This event will have scientists trying to test your knowledge through ‘two truths, one lie’ and feature talks on common misconceptions relating to food and nutrition,…
A Look at some of our Top Women Scientists with Ian Thompson
Ian Thompson, U3A lecturer, will lead a discussion on our top women scientists from around the world, their discoveries and inventions from antiquity till now, and how these women have shaped our lives.
A Look at some of our Top Women Scientists with Ian Thompson
Ian Thompson, U3A lecturer, will lead a discussion on our top women scientists from around the world, their discoveries and inventions from antiquity till now, and how these women have shaped our lives.
National Science Week at Debney Meadows
To celebrate Science Week the students at Debney Meadows will participate in a series of rotations in which they will complete and celebrate science based tasks. Students will be able to invite their families to participate in these rotations and learn together. Student will explore a wide range of concepts from eco systems to coding.
Investigating Plant Lifecycles
All year levels will be engaged in different planting activities to explore plant’s life cycle and basic needs of plants. Year 1 and 2 can grow snow peas in a cup in their classroom and learn the life cycle of the snow pea. Year 3 and 4 will grow varied herbs and vegetables in two…
Innovative STEAM Renewable Energy Design Challenge
National Science Week is an exciting opportunity for Dripstone to showcase the innovative and progressive ideas of our students in the field of STEAM. As a part of the week-long celebration, we are organising a science fair that will involve the entire school community, including council members, ministers, and primary schools. Innovation: Powering Future Industries….