STEM Canberra Forum: Future Indigenous leaders of tomorrow being inspired by Indigenous elders of today

All Indigenous students aged 16-24 are encouraged to register now for a deadly online forum devoted to broadening their understanding of studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics in Australia. Session one speakers Julie Tongs OAM, CEO Winnunga Nimmityjah (Strong Health) Aboriginal Health and Community Services, National Centre for Excellence in Youth Mental Health, ANU Academics,…

EcoScience Schools Day

Central Australian schools are invited to participate in a series of free fun, informative and educational activities as part of Central Australia’s premier sustainability event – the 2020 EcoFair Science Schools Fair. The Ecofair Science Schools Event will run over two weeks, coinciding with National Science Week.  Workshops will be presented by local and interstate…

Shirty Science Season Home

Dust off those art supplies because Shirty Science Season Home is streaming scientists straight into your lounge room so you can try your hand at science shirt making and learn a few things in the process. Each weeknight of National Science Week, Shirty Science will go live on Instagram with a Canberra scientist, armed with…

Climate Change in Central Australia

Join a robust discussion about the uncertain future that climate change poses for Central Australia and the community leaders that are stepping up in the face of what climate science shows is ahead. Speakers include Donna Ah Chee (Central Australian Aboriginal Congress)  Norman Frank, and Geoff Evans (Julalikari Council Aboriginal Corporation). Facilitated by Roxanne Highford….

Desert Knowledge Precinct Tour

Experience solar arrays and satellites, arts and culture, and learn about Indigenous land management on this guided walking tour. The Desert Knowledge Precinct will be hosting a guided walking tour for the Alice Springs public. The event is part of desertSMART EcoFair, central Australia’s premier science and sustainability event organised by the Arid Lands Environment…

Sydney Science Trail

Prepare for a great adventure as the Sydney Science Trail gets ready for children across the country (5-15 years), and their adult friends and teachers, to join the mission to help planet Earth. From 15 August to 15 September, the Australian Museum and the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney are collaborating to create an exciting and interactive virtual science experience for National…

Sci Art Walks – Beaker Street Festival

Question: What’s Covid-safe, accessible from anywhere in the world, but not virtual? Answer: Beaker Street Festival 2020. Like everyone, we’ve had to innovate this year, and we’ve come up with an exciting new project called Sci Art Walks. Sci Art Walks is a series of audio-escapes featuring some of Tasmania’s most accomplished scientists and artists….

Challenge: Go plastic free this July

By 2050, there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish. WOAH. It’s up to all us to be the change we want to see in the world if we’re to make a plastic-free future come to life. Are you brave enough to make a start? Challenge: Take part in Plastic Free July, and…

Oceans Innovation Challenge

How might we change the future of our oceans-for the better? What innovative idea would you love to see applied here in WA? Your challenge is to help us find and lead on an innovative solution from around the world and suggest where or how it could be applied locally in WA. Submit your idea…