Have you ever wondered what Australia’s Chief Scientist does in her day? What about a research fellow, an exercise physiologist, or an optometrist? Join our panel, featuring Australia’s Chief Scientist, Dr Cathy Foley AO PSM and our incredible National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program Alumni as they discuss what makes up their workday…
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The Future of Space Exploration in Australia
Ever dreamt of a career in the space industry? It’s not just for engineers and Astrophysicists, come and learn how you could get involved. Nate Taylor will discuss the role of the Australian Space Agency in global research, and the opportunity it presents for young professionals entering the space industry. He’s keen to answer all…
Human behaviour and performance on the Hi-SEAS mission
Ever wondered what it would be like to live on Mars? Join us for a fascinating presentation about Lisa’s experience in a Mars simulator. Lisa Stojanovski will be discussing their role in the NASA HI-SEAS VI Mars Simulator mission and the path that brought them to their exciting career. Analogue missions are the closest humanity…
Antarctic Futures
Antarctic Futures is an exhibition, public seminar series and set of participatory workshops engaging the Illawarra community in Antarctic science and the future of the Antarctic continent. Supported by Inspiring Australia, the University of Wollongong Early Start and Global Challenges programs, the event aims to equip young ‘citizen science’ activists with knowledge of Antarctic ecosystems,…
ARI Seminar: Deer populations and knowledge gaps for research
National Science Week celebrates the many ways in which science enriches our lives and helps us make informed decisions. In this seminar, you will hear from two of our ARI senior scientists, Dr Dave Ramsey and Dr Matt Bruce. Dave will share an example of how we use science to inform deer management and Matt…
Minibeasts in the Garden
Join us at the Long Gully Community Garden for a Minibeasts in the Garden experience at the Long Gully Community Garden. We are working with the Discovery Science & Technology Centre to provide a fun hour and a half program for children 3-6 years old and their families and significant adults. Activities will link gardening with the…
Glow-in-the-dark Teddy Bear Kits
To celebrate National Science Week, Katherine Public Library has 100 Glow-in-the-dark Teddy Bear Kits to give away. Teddy bear kits will be available during library opening hours between Tuesday 16 August – Saturday 20 August.
Bees in your backyard
Learn about native bees, pollination and increasing urban biodiversity with Katrina, a passionate gardener, and founder of Buzz & Dig. Katrina will share her knowledge and skills to get you started in setting up a native bee friendly garden. It also includes making a bee hotel to take home. Please bring a clean, empty 400…
Bradshaw School Science Fair
All families are welcome to come and explore the many hands on experiments for More than meets the eye.
Composting and Worm Farms
Join Teresa from Sustainable Gardening Australia for a family friendly workshop which will cover the why and how of composting & worm farms with a wriggly paper worm craft activity for the kids. This is a family event so please book one ticket per family member aged 12 and over.