The Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania researchers, keen to share their work through engaging talks and cool activities in Schools and Communities. After School at HIVE you can meet: Bharath Dinakaran (He/Him) Alternate Pollinators Cassidy Mihalenko (She/Her) Neutron star collisions James Temple (He/Him) Machine Learning & Engineering Rhiannon Terry (She/Her) The Chemistry…
Topic: Space and Astronomy
Young Tassie Scientists after school at the Huonville Library
The Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania researchers who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and engaging activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. At the Huonville Library you can meet: Elise Cleary (She/Her) Behavioural Neuroscience & decision making Eloise Bennett (She/Her) Marine biology & seaweed physiology Samuel …
What does science week mean to you? Celebrating National Science Week at Emesent
At Emesent we love combining science and technology to create amazing tools to digitally map our world and encouraging the next generation of scientists to think outside the box. Surveying is essential to so many parts of our world and impacts many industries, often in ways that most people don’t fully appreciate. There is a…
Science Week Storytime
This science-themed edition of our weekly storytime will help to foster and interest in science for children aged 2+. Join us for stories, activities, songs and a hands-on activity. Sessions are repeated on Tuesdays & Thursdays. Bookings are not required. Everyone is welcome.
Smart ‘Scopes for Stargazers
Learn about smart telescopes and astrophotography for stargazers and tech enthusiasts alike. Phil Kidd from the Macarthur Astronomical Society will give insight into how to get started in astronomy as a hobby, and the technology involved. Bookings are required.
Mabel Park STEM Fest
The Mabel Park STEM Fest is a mini school-based STEM Festival held at lunch time during National Science Week. Student STEM Ambassadors have planned STEM stalls to run on the day that include a range of activities and demos for all students and staff to interact with.
Sydney’s Waterways Tour
Centennial Park is the site of some of Sydney’s oldest and most important water supplies. Follow the expert on the subject Prof Khan from the University of Sydney. During the tour, you will: Learn about historic water schemes like Busby’s Bore and Botany Swamps, which provided water to Sydney from the 1830s to the 1880s …
Astronomy in the Parklands
Pack your picnic, picnic blanket and astronomical excitement for an evening under the stars in Western Sydney. Under the quiet and stillness of the evening sky, you will have an opportunity to… View the night sky through a telescope Watch the layers of the evening sky develop on an iPad Explore projections taken from…
The Planets – Concert and Stargazing
Listen to starry music and then embark on an evening of star and planet gazing! Join us for a performance from the amazing Sydney Youth Orchestra’s Symphonic Wind Orchestra. Enjoy their performance of Gustav Holst’s The Planets (and more starry music!) before embarking on a evening of star and planet gazing. Dr Luke Barnes…
Indigenous Science Under the Stars
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate Indigenous Science during National Science Week! Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Australia’s First Nations people as we explore the wonders of Indigenous knowledge and scientific discoveries. The evening will commence with a Welcome to Country by Dr Jodi Edwards, a proud Yuin, Dharawal…