Topic: Environment and Nature

Onkaparinga Libraries is presenting for two activities, a video presentation and discussion to understand flotation in water and the impact of plastic pollution in the ocean. Understand  water density – make saltwater jars Children will learn about water density by making saltwater jars. Density differences in water and flotation will be discussed, leading children to an…

This is an exhibition of science-inspired art by scientist turned artist Steven Durbach (the scientist) aka Sid Sledge (the artist). His work, which is a series of drawing and mechanical sculptures are constituted by iterative processes. However, the iterations are not perfect. They are wobbly or imprecise – much like the artist and frankly –…

This year the Hopetoun CRC are celebrating National Science Week (NSW) with a week of ‘Deep Blue’ related events. These free events have been designed to facilitate our remote coastal communities’ engagement with the ocean and its values. Our aim is that by engaging with all age groups, we will harbour a deeper respect and understanding…

Have you ever been told “Just compost, it’s so easy!” but then have been unsure about aspects such as carbon to nitrogen ratio, or frustrated by a slow, sloppy or stinky pile? It’s true that the simplified rules of composting are easy, and should be accessible to anyone but to really master compost making and…