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,…
Topic: Indigenous Knowledge
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…
Science Fair at MacKillop Catholic College
MacKillop Catholic College will be celebrating National Science Week as Science Fair next week (Week 5) from 15 – 19 August. The staff of the College has prepared a number of creative activities and competitions which will run during the lunch break on those days. we are sure that everyone will enjoy and benefit from…
Karratha Senior High School Science Fair
Karratha Senior High School Science Department will host its annual Science Fair on Thursday 18 August from 4:30 – 7:30 pm. This community event is free and everyone is welcome to attend this event. The theme for this year’s Science Fair is Glass: more than meets the eye. Mobile food trucks will be available at…
Melrose Museum Guided Nukunu and Heritage Experience
This is not just another Museum. It’s an adventure into the past of Melrose and surrounding districts. The guided tour includes a history book of the Melrose area and town historical walk map. The tour includes: Nukunu people and their beginnings Their lands then, and now Impact of the first settlers, the conflict and injustice…
From Eyes to Glass to Aluminium: A history of astronomy
A public lecture by a leading astronomer to share the history of astronomy from the first people to stare at the skies, to the handmade telescopes of Galileo, to the modern-day instruments probing the universe. The lecture explores science as a human endeavour: from the first people to stare at the sky and wonder, the…