This tour will engage local secondary science, geography and design and technology students to understand the occupation and profession of landscape architecture as a STEM profession, view the incorporation of STEM in a familiar and fun environment, where such connections may not have previously been made, and to encourage students to consider a STEM career, including…
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The Science of Healthy Parks and Healthy People
This tour will engage local secondary science, geography and design and technology students to; understand the occupation and profession of landscape architecture as a STEM profession, view the incorporation of STEM in a familiar and fun environment, where such connections may not have previously been made, and to encourage students to consider a STEM career, including Landscape…
Get Wild at Perth Zoo with STEM
This tour will engage local secondary science, geography and design and technology students to; understand the occupation and profession of landscape architecture as a STEM profession, view the incorporation of STEM in a familiar and fun environment, where such connections may not have previously been made, and to encourage students to consider a STEM career, including…
Solar Vehicle STEM competition
Al-Taqwa College proudly presents our inaugural solar panel car competition with our Year 7 students. Students will first design and construct a vehicle powered by solar panels. They will then participate in a race covering 10-metre distance. Throughout the process, students employ the design thinking process to identify strategies on enhancing the speed of their…
Cultural Astronomy Night
Gathering at Lithgow’s iconic Blast Furnace we will enjoy viewing the night sky through a range of telescopes with PhD candidate Trevor Leaman and light refreshments provided by Keshara Indigenous Fusion Food Catering. Trevor and Tina Leaman are based in Orange where they operate an Astronomy Outreach business Dark Skies Downunder, sharing their knowledge with local…
Stargazers of the Renaissance with Fred Watson
Join us for a captivating and comprehensive exploration of Renaissance Astronomy with renowned astronomer Fred Watson. In this enlightening talk, delve into the remarkable contributions of key figures who revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos during the Renaissance period. Nicolaus Copernicus: The Polish astronomer who dared to challenge the long-held geocentric model of the universe….
Moorabool Mosaic Menagerie – Crafting conversations on endangered species
Join us for an exciting community art project celebrating National Science Week 2024 schools’ theme, “Species Survival: More than just sustainability.” Local mosaic artist Jacinta Damons will lead a hands-on workshop for Moorabool children, focusing on creating a vibrant artwork representing one of Moorabools significant and endangered species. Participants will: Learn about local endangered wildlife…
STEAM Showcase
A collection of STEAM activities for all age groups. Attempt to survive changing ecosystems through adaptions, explore genetic diversity in koalas, make a bird feeder for your backyard, see CO2 dragsters racing and hydron RC cars in action, make slime and use microscopes. There are also some engineering and technologies-based learning activities participants can have…
Claire Corani Memorial Public Lecture – What do theoretical physicists do?
Physics is important because of its intellectual depth and beauty. Understanding physics leads to new technologies that can greatly enhance our lives. But how does physics work and what is it like to be a physicist? Join Professor Susan Coppersmith, Head of the School of Physics at UNSW and Fellow of the Australian Academy of…
Bubbles and Bivalves
Fancy some bubbles and oysters with a side of science? The plight of oyster reefs has been nearly invisible both locally and globally. “Bidhiinja – Restoring Our Oyster Reefs” is a travelling exhibition showing at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum. Join us for this special event that features “Bidhiinja – Restoring Our Reefs” and a…