In hands-on workshops young people (aged 8 to 16 years) will discover the extraordinary diversity of native plants, fungi, insects and animals that inhabit a variety of ecosystems in Sutherland Shire. Focusing on the ecological communities found in our remnant rainforests, she-oak forests, woodlands and heathlands, participants will investigate what constitutes ‘biodiversity’, why biodiversity is…
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Creating Biodiverse Habitat with The Young Naturalist
In hands-on workshops young people (aged 8 to 16 years) will discover the extraordinary diversity of native plants, fungi, insects and animals that inhabit a variety of ecosystems in Sutherland Shire. Focusing on the ecological communities found in our remnant rainforests, she-oak forests, woodlands and heathlands, participants will investigate what constitutes ‘biodiversity’, why biodiversity is…
Creating Biodiverse Habitat with The Young Naturalist
In hands-on workshops young people (aged 8 to 16 years) will discover the extraordinary diversity of native plants, fungi, insects and animals that inhabit a variety of ecosystems in Sutherland Shire. Focusing on the ecological communities found in our remnant rainforests, she-oak forests, woodlands and heathlands, participants will investigate what constitutes ‘biodiversity’, why biodiversity is…
Generation Restoration in Kings Park and Botanic Gardens
Call for #GenerationRestoration! Did you know Australia holds the record for plant extinctions? The South West of Western Australia is listed as a biodiversity hotspot, with 65% of our Banksia Woodlands lost. The Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority (BGPA) has signed up to the United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration as part of our ongoing commitment to…
Indigenous Food and Agriculture
Join us to yarn about native foods and Indigenous farmers — everything from practising agriculture as a traditional custodian, growing bush foods and making sure they’re safe to eat, preparing amazing meals and getting Australian native foods to market. Speakers: Luke Williams is a proud Gumbaynggirr descendent, currently completing his PhD in the School of Health…
Building the Universe, Brick By Brick
The Young Stars will build a model of the Universe as it grew from the Big Bang to today, using LEGO. The kids will get to see how matter evolved over billions of years, and get hands-on with their own LEGO, which we will provide for those in the ACT thanks to Inspiring The ACT….
Brain Break – Ashdale Secondary College
We’re hosting a Brain Break morning tea with scrumptious morsels of science goodness to celebrate science achievement and endeavour. We’ll be getting together to share fun science quizzes, activities and demonstrations over our cuppa. This morning tea is just for us, but you can register to host one for FREE in your own workplace.
Brain Break – Yarraville Turtle Girl Guides
We’re hosting a Brain Break morning tea with scrumptious morsels of science goodness to celebrate science achievement and endeavour. We’ll be getting together to share fun science quizzes, activities and demonstrations over our cuppa. This morning tea is just for us, but you can register to host one for FREE in your own workplace.
Brain Break – Glossop High School
We’re hosting a Brain Break morning tea with scrumptious morsels of science goodness to celebrate science achievement and endeavour. We’ll be getting together to share fun science quizzes, activities and demonstrations over our cuppa. This morning tea is just for us, but you can register to host one for FREE in your own workplace.
Too Much Stuff? Discover the Science of Letting Go
Does the idea of minimalism intrigue you or do you dream of de-cluttering, but just can’t seem to get started? This science-based talk and workshop will help you to understand why you may find it hard to resist acquiring and letting go of possessions you do not need. After learning why possessions are so irresistible,…