Katherine South Primary School host an annual Meet the Scientist Science Expo, where we run different interactive stalls, and host outside organisations including Health Services, Emergency Services, Australian Defence Forces showcasing the science behind their trades, the local library and the Northern Territory School of Music. It is a great afternoon where students and their…
Topic: Indigenous Knowledge
Introduction to Aboriginal Plant Use
Adam Shipp is a proud Wiradjuri man whose family is originally from Dubbo in NSW. Adam is passionate about traditional plant use and showcases this passion in his workshops. During the workshop you will learn in-depth information about how Aboriginal people have been using these plants for foods, fibres, and medicines for thousands of years….
Where Lakes Once Had Water
Sonia Leber and David Chesworth: Where Lakes Once Had Water contemplates how the Earth is experienced and understood through different ontologies – ways of being, seeing, sensing, listening and thinking – that reverberate across art, Indigenous thought, science, ancient and modern cultures, the non-human, and in between. In 2018 and 2019 the artists travelled with a…
Science Week at Rainforestation Nature Park
Are you ready for National Science Week? Science Week brings together scientists, educators and citizens to celebrate all things science. Science Week activities at Rainforestation Nature Park will focus on the science of Rainforest plants. Activities will be held on 13, 14, 20 and 21 August. The world heritage protected Wet Tropics Rainforests of Far North…
Sydney Science Trail at the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
Celebrate National Science Week with a free, interactive program of science talks, outdoor activities and hands-on science fair stalls all in the science-heart of our Garden, amongst the award-winning Australian PlantBank and the newly-opened National Herbarium of NSW. There’s something for every curious mind – from wildlife encounters, First Nations bush food walks, DIY kaleidoscopes,…
Fish Hotel Fetish: a conversation on habitats, communities, invasives, resnagging and more
The SA Carp Frenzy occurs every March at the beautiful Lake Bonney, which formed from the meandering flows of the mighty Murray River many millions of years ago. But what is quietly being achieved throughout the rest of the year to augment the purpose of this award winning competition? Kym Manning, a local fishing guru…
Cooma North Public School Science Week Activities
Students at Cooma North Public School will be taking part in class activities around this years’ theme: Glass, more than meets the eye. Class groups will be participating in practical and hands-on activities that are engaging and fun. We are also thrilled to be hosting a visit by the Jollybops Science Show as part of…
Can AI Connect us to Country?
During every AFL match, Adnyamathanha and Narungga man Adam Goodes’ movements were tracked by a global satellite network and a small device on his back. His phenomenal spatial awareness and ability to see and predict patterns with time and space is derived from his deep connection to Country. Ngapulara Ngarngarnyi Wirra is an immersive installation…
Celebrating All Things Science – Interactive Exhibition
Come along for a fun-filled afternoon of activities and exhibits from our Richmond High School students to celebrate All Things Science at the official opening of our new purpose-built STEM building. Check out our themed rooms for Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Earth & the Environment, STEM and Marine Studies as well as our Ag Show Team…
Behind the Scenes: What Makes Pipis Sustainable? (Classroom)
This event is now booked out. Students will meet local Ngarrindjeri artist Cedric Varcoe for a hands-on art workshop; take a walk on the beach to learn about ancient middens and the link between flowers and fishing; hear from the fishers and try their hand at a pipi shuffle; have their chance to ask questions…