What are we made of? And where did it all come from? Everyone with an interest in the very small, the very large and the history of our universe is invited to enjoy this presentation by Atomic School through the generous support of the National Space Centre. After a primer on the basics of atomic theory,…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Online Science Olympiad
We are organising an Online Science Olympiad for students from Years 2 – 9. The quiz will include questions from a variety of scientific field to assess as well as motivate students to get involved and develop a scientific acumen in the younger generation. Each student will be given an appreciation certificate.
BSSA Bakyard Biodiversity
The Biology Society of South Australia (BSSA) are producing a series of short educational videos on how local South Australians can promote backyard biodiversity through citizen science initiatives. The four videos cover the importance of microhabitat for native geckos & skinks, the value of planting native vegetation, how best to promote native bees (and pollination), and how…
Bushland Recovery with Bega Valley Shire Council
Hear from council staff about how our fauna and flora recovers after fire, what council has been doing and what to look out for as the bush continues to recover. Kylie Ryan, Biosecurity officer and Michael Fiedler, Environmental Management officer discuss landscape recovery after fire including sediment control and weeds. Monday 17 August at 6pm…
CDU in Schools: Environmental Science with Dr Carla Eisemberg
A presentation on Environmental Science with Dr Carla Eisemberg, discussing career and research perspectives in environmental science in the NT.
Conserving Endangered Species – Online workshop
Praxical is a new learning initiative creating online workshops where everyone can actively engage in the scientific process. For National Science Week this year Praxical is collaborating with the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE). Together they are creating a fully online, self-led workshop about biodiversity conversation, focused on the Regent Honeyeater. During…
Exploring Habitable Worlds – Online workshop
Praxical is a new learning initiative creating online workshops where everyone can actively engage in the scientific process. For National Science Week this year Praxical is collaborating with the Australian Centre for Astrobiology. Together we are creating a fully online, self-led workshop about the search for life on other planets. During the workshop you will get the…
Monitoring Air Pollution – Online workshop
Praxical is a new learning initiative creating online workshops where everyone can actively engage in the scientific process. For National Science Week this year Praxical is collaborating with ANSTO. Together they are creating a fully online, self-led workshop about the causes and effects of fine particle air pollution. During the workshop you will get the…
The Science Of Tunnelling
National Science Week’s ‘Deep Blue’ theme, we are encouraging you, not only to think about what’s in our oceans and rivers, but also, the future of travelling underneath them. We have created two 90 minute online classes for ages 8-12 years old ready for you to dive into The Science of Tunnelling. You will have the opportunity to explore…
Online experiments, activities and stories @ Richmond Tweed Regional Library
Join us at Richmond Tweed Regional Library for National Science Week. Check out our very special National Science Week YouTube playlist, get involved by trying out an experiment or activity and keep an eye out for our free online events all week. Monday 17 August Slime it up! with Ian @ 10am online program on…