Ever seen a Fantasia lamp? How does it work? What will the future of telecommunications look like? Join us for an eye boggling show ‘n’ tell. This event is part of the public program associated with the current exhibition at Wireless Hill Museum: Number Please – A History of Telephones in WA.
Topic: Innovation and Technology
Passive Solar Design 101
This talk by Griff Morris will go through the basics of energy efficiency and how to build to your budget. What exactly is orientation and how does this impact my home? How does building a passive solar home impact your budget. The three budgets you should know before building. What is included in the builders…
Gobsmacking Science of Glass with Cristy Burne
Smart phones, mirrors, windscreens, fibre optic cables and lighthouse lenses… Glass is all around us, but what is it, and what are its secrets? Join science writer and children’s author Cristy Burne for a fun session of hands-on demonstrations, classy glassy facts and creative thinking. PS: A gob is the scoop of molten glass on…
Glass from the Past
Join City of Melville Local History Officer Michelle Campbell and Museums Assistant Curator Emma Mroz to explore some of the City’s collection of glass. Items include bottles, glass negatives and insulators. Delve into the history (and occasional mystery) of how and why they came into the City of Melville Museums collection. Free event but booking…
Science Week at the Glassworks – Live Hotshop Demonstrations and Commentary
See something SPECTACULAR as we celebrate the International Year of Glass. Uncover the inner workings of our glassmaking facility as we explore the science of glass in art and our everyday lives. Join Glassworks Artistic Director, Aimee Frodsham, and resident science expert, Jodie Smith, who will answer your burning questions: How are fibre optic cables made? Why do…
WA Premier’s Science Awards
The Premier’s Science Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding scientific research and engagement taking place in Western Australia. Winners in each category will be announced at the Awards ceremony on Monday 29 August. The Premier’s Science Awards are a keystone in the Western Australian Government’s efforts to raise the profile of science, technology, engineering and…
Beaker Street Festival
Science and art in lutruwita/Tasmania Beaker Street Festival is an annual celebration of science and art in lutruwita/Tasmania. We’ve packed some of the most engaging scientists, compelling ideas, and innovative artworks you’ll find in Australia into a ten-day extravaganza that covers nearly every corner of our beguiling island. From the Festival Hub at the Tasmanian…
Tech Play Zone
To celebrate National Science Week, tap into your inner child or curious adult and come and play with some of the exciting technologies the library has to offer. Whether it’s a virtual reality adventure gliding over the islands of Hawaii, green screens, robots and more, we have something to offer everyone. This is an all…
3D Printing Spectacular
Broome Community Resource Centre would like to invite you for an afternoon of fun, learning and experimentation with our new 3D printing technology. We will be demonstrating our 3D printer so you can learn about 3D printing and its applications. You will see examples of printed objects, and you will be able to choose from…
Merredin College Science Circuit
Centred around the theme of glass, this private event aim to provide students at Merredin College an opportunity to immerse themselves in science activities in celebration of National Science Week. Activities ranging from experiments, competitions and mini-workshops in a science circuit style to give practical, hands-on experiences. It is designed to get both primary and…