Can science save us? Join us for a fun and exciting workshop where you’ll discover how real-life scientists are saving endangered species. Learn about cool breakthroughs in recycling, artificial intelligence, biodegradable products, and how everyday people like you can help with citizen science. Presented by Mad About Science. Interactive activities include: Invasive Species Ecosystem Reaction…
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Supreme States of Matter Liquid Nitrogen Show with Nitro Nat
Discover the wonders of liquid nitrogen! Come on a journey to discover how cooling different materials changes them. Using liquid nitrogen, we’ll explore solids, liquids, gases and plasma (in the form of fire!). Discover what happens when lettuice meets liquid nitrogen! We’ll smash, crush and create a salad using our super cool liquid (it’s…
Rewilding Walk for Families
Use all your senses to discover which plants, birds, mammals, insects and reptiles live here at Bundanon. For National Science Week join Melissa Mylchreest, author of Rewilding Kids Australia, to explore the wild and wonderful plants and animals of Bundanon. Melissa Mylchreest is a designer, illustrator and author whose work ranges across books,…
Wildlife Wonders at the NHNH
Celebrate National Science Week with us! We’re hosting a fantastic event with 3 free workshops for kids. It’s a day filled with fun and learning! Wild Encounters with Animals of Oz We’re excited to team up with Animals of Oz for an unforgettable wildlife adventure! Kids will be captivated as they hear amazing…
The Species Showdown
Join us this National Science Week for The Species Showdown! Scientists will go head to head in the ultimate scientific rumble in the jungle. Get ready to engage your mind and join us for some serious fun as 6 University of Sydney scientists face off in a battle of wits about the survival of…
Sydney Science Trail – Science community networking night
Brought to you by the Australian Museum and Botanic Gardens of Sydney. The Sydney Science Trail is hosting a special event bringing together the science community to network, discover and recognise scientific innovation. Experience live music and pop-up exhibits throughout the night in the Australian Museum’s iconic Hintze Hall. Enjoy drinks as you hear about the successes…
Broad-headed Snake Science Walk
Come on a fascinating walk and talk, followed by morning tea in the field. Friendly snakes may make an appearance. In celebration of National Science Week, join local experts Professor Jonathon Webb (School of Life Sciences, The University of Technology Sydney) and Jack Hind (Herpetologist, Shoalhaven Landcare) for a forest walk. Explore the Shoalhaven Landcare…
WA Bug Barcode Blitz 2024
WA Bug Barcode Blitz: A Two-Way Citizen Science Adventure in Regional WA. Join us in the WA Bug Barcode Blitz 2024, dedicated to uncovering the rich invertebrate biodiversity of regional Western Australia. This project invites the community to collect and identify bugs and spiders using DNA technology, sharing stories of Indigenous and Western science. Project…
Climate Change Impacts – Mornington Peninsula coastal fieldtrip
Join our expert presenters to explore the dynamic nature of the Mornington Peninsula coastal and marine environment, focusing on climate change impacts and mitigation solutions. This is a day trip from Melbourne by bus, unless you live on the Mornington Peninsula and wish to join the bus at McCrae. Dr James Driscoll (Director of STEM Outreach at…
Space Family Fun Day
The iLAuNCH Trailblazer is bringing a Space-themed Family Fun Day event to Springfield. This exciting event will be a day filled with interactive activities. Such as water rockets, lightning talks for children, teens and adults and a sunspot activity with solar telescopes. Our talks will dive into topics such as space technology, the moon and…