Calling all junior tech-lovers! This National Science Week, join us in our Junior Tech Lab. Come along and explore coding, robotics, and problem solving with us. We will be using Osmo, Ozobots, Spheros and more in this after-school workshop. It will be a fun introduction to the different educational technology our library offers. Junior Tech…
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The Marine Science Century: 100 Voyages of the Nation’s Marine Research Ship
In late 2023, RV Investigator completed its 100th research voyage. From Antarctica to the Equator, this state-of-the-art vessel has racked up over half a million kilometres in the name of marine science. Join us at the South Australian Maritime Museum to hear Dr Ben Arthur share stories of storm chasing, finding the largest animal on…
Staying Alive – Taronga’s Conservation Efforts
Species Survival is at the heart of what Taronga sets out to achieve. Safeguarding the future of animals and ecosystems is the team’s top priority. During National Science Week Taronga will be hosting a series of events titled Staying Alive. Taronga’s conservation specialists will host two presentations a day highlighting the issues that face our…
Parents And Caregivers Intro to STEM at Home
Why is STEM important? How can we encourage children to stay interested in the world around them? Come and gain tips on how to bring STEM into children’s everyday life. Toddlers can enjoy sensory play while parents get inspired. There will be a take home gift of simple STEM activities to get you started. A…
Science in the Brewery
Join us for a captivating evening celebrating innovation and discovery at the intersection of science and brewing, Science in the Brewery! Co-hosted by Inspiring Australia Gladstone STEM Hub Network and Ward’s Brewery, this event is a highlight of National Science Week. What to expect Guest Speakers: Engage with inspiring STEM professionals as they share their personal journeys and insights…
Crime Scene Investigation
Stars the Unicorn is missing! Join us at Ferntree Gully Library for our Science week crime scene investigation, where you will learn about crime scene science techniques. Use your new detective skills to hopefully help us find out who kidnapped Stars. This science based event is perfect for Homeschoolers. A National Science Week event, presented…
Operation: Plants in Space
As humans continue to explore space and go on longer missions, to the Moon and further to Mars, plants will come along with us. Astronauts have been nurturing space gardens on the International Space Station for decades, but we are still finding the best ways to grow plants in space. Plants in space are used…
Sunday Afternoon Bio-Inspiration Talks: Wild Things
Humans have a love of nature imprinted in our DNA. Now researchers are learning how nature can help solve our greatest problems. In the first of three Sunday afternoon talks on bio-inspiration, local inventor Jay Harman will share how species in our region inspired breakthrough solutions. Francesca Bertone will share practical ways that we can…
‘Night Calling’ movie screening and panel discussion
In celebration of International Owl Awareness Day, BirdLife WA will be hosting the first Perth screening of Night Calling. This film highlights the urgent need to protect owls by banning harmful rodenticides. Following the screening, we will host a panel discussion featuring: • Dr Boyd Wykes (Owl Friendly Margaret River) • Sue Taylor (Film-maker) •…
The Sound of Symmetry
This combined lecture and performance introduces you to mathematical concepts of symmetry and how they can be expressed artistically in music. Mathematician Artem Pulemotov will explain principles for different types of symmetry that are central to modern mathematics and physics. Musicologist Denis Collins will explain how symmetry can be represented in musical sound. Although simple…