In this astronomy education session we look at the most essential equipment used by amateur astronomers: telescopes and binoculars. The telescope for some is their first foray into astronomy. We look at different types of telescopes and discover some of the mysteries of optics. This may help those who are wondering what type of scope…
Topic: Space and Astronomy
Sir Charles Todd: The scientific and technological contributions of the South Australian pioneer
The focus of the presentation is on the professional life of Sir Charles Todd, a South Australian pioneer who made a major contribution to Australia’s scientific and technological foundations. In his 49 years of public service (1856-1905), he worked across colonial astronomy, meteorology, telegraphy, electrical engineering, spatial systems, horology, telephony and the postal system. He…
Stars Over the Park
Embark on an evening of star and planet gazing. Join Dr Luke Barnes from Western Sydney University for an introduction to stargazing and Drew Roberts from Shared Knowledge will share stories of the night sky from a First Nation’s perspective. Sydney City Skywatchers will come in and set up their amazing telescopes to guide you through the…
The Young Scientist Research Prizes
To foster and recognise excellence in Victoria’s early career scientists, the Royal Society of Victoria has established four prestigious competitive prizes open to Victorian students in their final year of doctoral candidature, in all areas of the Biomedical & Health Sciences, Biological Sciences (non-human), Earth Sciences and Physical Sciences. Following assessment of applications across the…
Horsley Park Public School Science and Technology Day
We have been running a Science and Technology Day for the past five years during National Science Week. Last year we ran the day virtually as we were all in lockdown. The day is full of hands-on experiments and technology use. To begin the day, the teachers run a 45 minute science show. In the…
Get a Grip On Science
Staff and Science Ambassadors invite all Year 4 and 5 Students on the Fraser Coast to join the St Mary’s College After School Adventures Program Get a Grip on Science. Register for each weekly event by following the links on the website, clicking the registration button and completing the form. Session themes and dates Wednesday…
The Astronomy Paddock Save the Dark EduTour – River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve
Chris writing eta 20th July Escape the light pollution that affects over 80% of humanity! Join a guided tour of the stars using handheld laser technology. Experts from the Adelaide Planetarium and the Astronomical Society of SA will skilfully guide you through the star signs, nebulae, planets and perhaps even the Space Station! Dark Sky…
Project Space Botany
In Project Space Botany, student ‘Futurenauts’ race against the clock to design a biodome for off-planet life on Mars. They will need to master the planetary atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere under the Earth Sciences curriculum connections, as well as botanical knowledge, in order to survive on year on Mars. This 70 minute simulation in…
National Science Quiz
Join us for a fantastic night of science and fun with The National Science Quiz. Hosted by Charlie Pickering from ABC-TV’s The Weekly and joined by some of Australia’s top scientists with our special guest team captains, comedian Lawrence Leung and ABC weather presenter Nate Byrne, each team will battle it out for the honour…
Canberra Kids SecuriDay 2022
Kids SecuriDay is back in Canberra for another fantastic event. Kids SecuriDay is all about introducing youth to security, and its importance in their everyday lives. Our August event is part of National Science Week and will be in-person, and will align with the National Science Week schools theme Glass: More than meets the eye….