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SUMMARY:Science Hall of Fame
DESCRIPTION:Write a poem about your chosen scientist for a Science Hall of Fame on the Science Rhymes website. Submit your rhyming verse poem by 31 July. \nChoose a scientist or science discovery you think is worthy of hanging in a Science Hall of Fame\, then write a rhyming verse poem on your chosen subject. \nBy the time this year’s National Science Week begins the Science Rhymes website will display a collection of rhyming verse poems about the scientists and science discoveries that have captured our imagination. \nYour poem could be about a historical scientist or natural philosopher like Archimedes from Greece; a milestone moment like Alexi Leonov’s first spacewalk for Russia\, or a superb scientific discovery like the first recorded Gravity Waves. \nThe Science Rhymes website has a free PDF download to help you on your way. More links and suggestions will be featured over the months leading up to National Science Week. \nPoems are to be submitted by email. Include your poem’s title & your name\, plus your town and school name (if appropriate). Earlier submissions (of 1-8 verses) are more likely to make it into the Science Hall of Fame. Published poems by children will be acknowledged by first name only (and school name where appropriate).
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/science-hall-of-fame/
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Celia Berrell":MAILTO:celia@sciencerhymes.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180430T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
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SUMMARY:UNSW Bragg Student Science Writing Prize
DESCRIPTION:Are you a writer in Years 7-10? Want to win great prizes? \nWrite a short essay on ‘Technology and Tomorrow’ and you could win a fantastic set of prizes\, including publication in Australia’s top science magazines\, a $500 UNSW Bookshop voucher\, a subscription to the Australian Book Review and a trip to the Bragg Prize award ceremony and launch of The Best Australian Science Writing 2018 in Sydney. \nBest of all\, every school will receive an entry prize! \n2018 theme:’Technology & Tomorrow’ \nTechnology has transformed many aspects of society in a short period of time – take the invention of the internet\, which only became widely used in the late 1990s\, and smartphones and tablets\, which took off in the late 2000s. In other ways\, some of the technologies predicted to be used in the 2020s are yet to appear\, like flying cars and personal robots. \nIn 800 words or less\, describe the impacts of a particular technology on society. You can look at a technology of the past (even ancient past)\, describe a technology in use today\, a new technology that is being developed\, or outline your predictions for the technology of the future. Your 800 word essay could consist of: \n\nA news story on technology that is being developed now and its predicted impacts.\nYour own ideas for new technologies that will need to be developed in the future.\nAn essay on what the impact of a particular technology is on different parts of society.\n\nEnter via the online form.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/unsw-bragg-student-science-writing-prize/
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Catchpole":MAILTO:heather@refractionmedia.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180507T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180817T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
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SUMMARY:Textual data sonification and algorithmic composition competition
DESCRIPTION:The Textual Data Sonification and Algorithmic Composition Competition challenges participants to write computer programs that translate text into data\, allocate data to specific sounds in the form of music notes (‘data sonification’)\, and then turn those notes into sheet music. The ultimate aim is to create a computer program that can use any text to generate a cappella vocal scores for soprano\, alto\, tenor and bass singers. \nThe competition will culminate with a vocal performance at RMIT University during National Science Week where winning and shortlisted entries will be demonstrated using text data provided by the audience\, and performed by singers with excellent sight reading skills. \nFurther details\, including competition rules\, are available online.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/textual-data-sonification-and-algorithmic-composition-competition/
LOCATION:RMIT University\, Melbourne city campus\, Swanston Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Uitdenbogerd":MAILTO:sandrau@rmit.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180626T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180703T013605Z
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SUMMARY:2018 EP/ASTA STEM CHALLENGE
DESCRIPTION:Are you a passionate teacher interested in promoting creative problem solving thinkers with a scientific view of the world? Or are you a student ready to tackle complex\, real world questions? Then get ready Player 1\, because the 2018 Education Perfect + ASTA STEM Challenge is for you! \nThe Education Perfect + ASTA STEM Challenge is a free event and a brilliant way to engage your students in a creative and challenging project! \nThe Teacher Challenge invites teachers to write and submit a STEM question that challenges and inspires students to come up with a creative solution to a real world problem centred around the theme of Science Week – Game Changers and Change Makers. This runs from 26 June – 21 July 2018 and winners will win an all expenses paid trip and sponsorship to STEM X 2019. \nThe Student Challenge is your students’ opportunity to navigate and answer complex\, real world questions! Students will be asked to answer a difficult STEM problem that will require them to use their creative problem solving skills! This runs from 31 July – 11 August 2018 and prizes range from pizza party prizes\, a feature on the Education Perfect website and iTunes vouchers. \nRegister your interest in this exciting challenge today! \n 
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/2018-ep-asta-stem-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Vaughan":MAILTO:support@educationperfect.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180701T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180720T094415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180720T094415Z
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SUMMARY:ME3D National Science Week Free Printer Trial
DESCRIPTION:Me3D provides unique 3D printing solutions to schools\, universities and for the home. Developed specifically for use by students in the classroom\, Me3D is challenging existing pedagogies in order to engage and excite children in all aspects of learning. \nTo celebrate National Science Week we are offering a chance for six metro Melbourne schools to experience the capabilities of 3D printing and try out an Me2 printer in their classroom. \nRegister your interest before 31 July and trial will run through Science Week.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/me3d-national-science-week-free-printer-trial/
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Warren Scharenguivel":MAILTO:brooke@me3d.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180703T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180819T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180710T024343Z
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SUMMARY:Australia's Next Top Weather Presenter
DESCRIPTION:The search for Australia’s next top weather presenter is on. The Australian Meteorological & Oceanographic Society (AMOS) is launching a national video competition. What’s the weather and climate like around you\, and why does it change? AMOS invites school aged children to explore their local weather and climate\, and present it to camera in a two minute video.. \nCandidates will have the expert advice of Nate Byrne (ABC News Breakfast) and Jane Bunn (Seven News Melbourne Weather) who—via an online video—will show people how they can create their weather segments\, where and how to get weather information\, tips on how to present on screen\, shooting on location\, and what props to use. Participants can film and enter their own two-minute video. \nWinning entries in each state and territory will win fabulous prizes. \nVisit the competition website for more information.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/australias-next-top-weather-presenter/
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanette Dargaville":MAILTO:admis@amos.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180813
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180709T035857Z
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SUMMARY:Space Photo Competition
DESCRIPTION:MPAS invites submissions from primary & secondary school students in Victoria to an astronomy-themed photo competition as part of our National Science Week program. \nPhotos can be of anything (day or night) provided they have a reference to the subject of space or astronomy. \nPhotos will be judged on content\, composure & creativity. \nEmail your entry\, a description and your details (including age). Entries close midnight on 12 August. \nWinners will be notified in advance and announced at our National Science Week event on August 17th 8pm at the Briars Historic Park\, Mount Martha.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/space-photo-competition/
LOCATION:Briars Astronomy Centre and Observatory\, 450 Nepean Highway\, Mount Martha\, VIC\, 3934\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Lowe":MAILTO:photocomp@mpas.asn.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180716T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
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SUMMARY:Adventures Under Southern Skies - an Art-Science Melding
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of regional astronomy and sky photography by the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society in proud collaboration with PrimeSCI!\, the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council and Coolart Wetlands and Homestead. \nBeing held at the historic Coolart Homestead\, come and experience this artwork exhibition of stunning astronomy and space-related photographs taken by members of all ages from the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society\, captured both in the peninsula region and further afield on expeditions to preserve fleeting sky phenomena of scientific interest. \nEquipment employed by the photographers\, some internationally recognised\, ranges from advanced telescope-camera-processing combinations to amazingly humble\, yet effective\, hand-held cameras and smartphones that are accessible to anyone. \nCome\, be surprised\, be inspired and experience where day and night\, and art and science merge. \nDrive carefully through the park\, with the possibility of encountering wildlife. Park and check in at the visitors centre then continue on foot to the homestead.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/adventures-under-southern-skies-an-art-science-melding/
LOCATION:Coolart Wetlands and Homestead\, Lord Somers Road\, Somers\, Victoria\, 3927\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Skilton":MAILTO:p.skilton@mpas.asn.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180801T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180831T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180703T025331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180731T231331Z
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SUMMARY:SCINEMA International Science Film Festival National Science Week Program
DESCRIPTION:SCINEMA is a celebration of the power of the moving image to inspire the young\, satisfy the curious\, explain the baffling and ask the impossible. Register your venue to host your own free SCINEMA screening during National Science Week. \nSCINEMA is the largest science film festival in the southern hemisphere showcasing the best in science cinema from around the world. SCINEMA is a celebration of the power of the moving image to inspire the young\, satisfy the curious\, explain the baffling and ask the impossible. \nHost your own Community Screening this August during National Science Week. \nSo whether it’s at your school\, library\, in your local pub or even in your lounge room; private or public event\, you can host your own event. All you need is a screen\, computer\, access to the internet and an audience (popcorn optional).
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/scinema-international-science-film-festival-national-science-week-program/
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Bailey":MAILTO:lbailey@risaus.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180801T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20181020T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180720T095442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T033707Z
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SUMMARY:Geoscience Australia - 80 Days of Earth Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Geoscience Australia is celebrating 80 Days of Earth Discovery from 1 August – 20 October 2018. Join us in exploring geoscience in all its diversity\, the crucial role it plays solving the challenges of our nation and the people who make it all happen. \nFind out more about all the activities\, including events we will be at\, talks\, tours\, competitions and education resources. \nFollow us on social media via #80DAYSEARTH
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/geoscience-australia-80-days-of-earth-discovery/
LOCATION:Online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Hannan":MAILTO:kristen.hannan@ga.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180801T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180907T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180731T083324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180731T083324Z
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SUMMARY:Future Martians Podcast
DESCRIPTION:“Why aren’t we reaching for the stars?” \nMars One astronaut candidates Josh Richards and Dianne McGrath speak with fellow candidates from around the world about the Mars One project\, their motivations for applying for this one-way mission to Mars\, and what they are doing to become Future Martians. Future Martians is a 12-episode podcast series developed for National Science Week\, with two episodes released each week throughout August. \nTo subscribe and follow the podcast series\, go to Soundcloud. \nSocial media profiles for Josh and Dianne: \nJosh Richards\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshrichardsspacepirate\nTwitter: https://twitter.com/mighty_ginge\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mighty_ginge/\nWebsite: http://joshrichards.space. \nDianne McGrath\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dianne.McGrath.Astronaut.Candidate/\nTwitter: https://twitter.com/liteandportable\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/damcgrath/\nWebsite: https://www.diannemcgrath.com.au. \nAbout Mars One\nMars One aims to establish a permanent human settlement on Mars. Before carefully selected and trained crews will depart to Mars\, several unmanned missions will be completed\, establishing a habitable settlement waiting for the first astronauts to arrive. Mars One consists of two entities: the not-for-profit Mars One Foundation and Mars One Ventures AG. The Mars One Foundation implements and manages the mission and owns the mission hardware. It also selects and trains the crews and is building an ever-growing community of experts and supporters that follow the progress of the mission and contribute to it. \nMars One Ventures holds the exclusive monetization rights around the Mars One mission. There are many revenue possibilities around the mission to Mars: merchandise\, ads on video content\, broadcasting rights\, partnerships\, Intellectual Property\, events\, games\, apps\, and many more. More information about Mars One.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/future-martians-podcast/
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dianne McGrath":MAILTO:enquires@diannemcgrath.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180801T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180801T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180727T231030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180727T231030Z
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SUMMARY:The Laborastory
DESCRIPTION:The Laborastory is a science storytelling event in Melbourne that comes to tell the stories of science – the heroes\, the egos\, the breakthroughs and the mistakes of genius. From forgotten history and lonely laboratories\, science and scientists quite literally take centre stage. \nOn the first Wednesday of each month\, The Laborastory brings together five scientists from different fields to tell the remarkable stories of the heroes of their field. Each story is just ten short minutes. They tell the tales of the tragedies and triumphs of the men and women who made science their passion\, and left legacies of groundbreaking discoveries that inspire the scientists of today.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/the-laborastory/
LOCATION:The Spotted Mallard\, 314 Sydney Road\, Brunswick\, VIC\, 3056\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Measday":MAILTO:dani@thelaborastory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180802T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180728T222903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180728T222903Z
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SUMMARY:Little Bang! Pre-School Science Club
DESCRIPTION:This fantastic four week science program will give you and your child the chance to conduct experiments\, have fun and learn about simple scientific inquiry methods. For pre-schoolers aged 3-5 and their carers’. \nThursdays 2\, 9\, 16 & 23 August. \nParticipants must be able to attend all four of the sessions. It is only necessary to book once for the entire program. \nBookings essential.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/little-bang-pre-school-science-club/2018-08-02/
LOCATION:Bargoonga Nganjin North Fitzroy Library\, 182/186 St Georges Road\, Fitzroy North\, VIC\, 3068\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Annie Bourne":MAILTO:Annie.bourne@yarracity.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180802T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180620T044135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T034951Z
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SUMMARY:Australia's Dinosaurs at Wheelers Hill Libary
DESCRIPTION:Australian’s Mesozoic Menagerie: Dinosaurs from the Age of Reptiles – a talk by Swinburne University’s Dr Stephen Poropat. \nTo date\, only twenty Australian dinosaurs from the Mesozoic Era (251-66 million years ago) have been formally named on the basis of fossilised bones. This means that we have little idea of what these dinosaurs were like throughout much of their existence. \nCome and hear Dr Stephen Poropat from Swinburne University talk about his recent research on fossils including his work on digs in the Winton Area. This year’s excavations were some of the most successful to date! \n  \nPLEASE REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT THROUGH THE LIBRARY’S ONLINE REGISTRATION.  Please click here: \nhttps://www.monlib.vic.gov.au/Events/Event-Listing/Australias-Dinosaurs
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/australias-dinosaurs-at-wheelers-hill-libary/
LOCATION:Wheelers Hill Library\, 860 Ferntree Gully Road\, Wheelers Hill\, Victoria\, 3150\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Lifelong learning,Monash STEM network
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wheelers Hill Library 860 Ferntree Gully Road Wheelers Hill Victoria 3150 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=860 Ferntree Gully Road:geo:145.190746,-37.907756
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180803T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180803T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180709T024135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180717T120355Z
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SUMMARY:VITAMANIA: Melbourne Premiere with Dr Derek Muller live on stage
DESCRIPTION:Join Genepool Productions to see Dr Derek Muller on stage with Sonya Pemberton for the Australian Premiere of VITAMANIA: THE SENSE AND NONSENSE OF VITAMINS for an exclusive live screening in Melbourne. \nThis year the world will spend over $100 billion on vitamins and supplements. Every week\, a new benefit is claimed. When we look to scientists for answers and they disagree\, how do we decide whether to take them\, or not? How do we separate the sense from the nonsense? \nThis August Think Inc. brings to the stage widely popular science communicator\, Dr Derek Muller\, together with Emmy Award winning filmmaker\, Sonya Pemberton\, to help answer all these confusing questions with an epic Australian theatrical premiere of their latest film\, Vitamania. Vitamania daringly explores the lucrative industry in a world spanning investigation of vitamin science and history\, and what they discover will confound opinions on all sides. \nAll ticket buyers will have the chance to hear from Derek and Sonya as they discuss their journey and stories\, then the audience will get to ask their knotty questions in a 30 minute Q&A after the screening and a special Meet & Greet opportunity for valid ticket holders hungry for more.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/vitamania-melbourne-premiere-with-dr-derek-muller-live-on-stage/
LOCATION:Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 1 Convention Centre Place\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
ORGANIZER;CN="Ceyda Resuloglu":MAILTO:vitamania@genepoolproductions.com
GEO:-37.8251777;144.9523042
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180806T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180727T231829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180727T231829Z
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SUMMARY:Talking About Science
DESCRIPTION:The course will teach the essential skills and strategies needed to present scientific research to a wide range of audiences. \nThe one-day workshop starts at 9am each day and concludes at 5pm. \n​Among other things\, the course will cover fundamental principles of giving speeches\, conference presentations and Ted talks\, thus equipping budding science communicators with the confidence and media savvy required to project messages clearly and simply. \nHands-on training will be provided in delivering talks and preparing PowerPoint slides and illustrative material for many outlets\, including in-house\, local and international presentations and the digital media. \nParticipants completing the course will acquire valuable skills\, including those needed to give after-dinner talks about science and technology to experts and laypeople alike. \nWorked examples\, reference materials and background notes will be provided.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/talking-about-science/
LOCATION:Multicultural Hub\, 506 Elizabeth Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carola de Keijzer":MAILTO:science-writing@inbox.com
GEO:-37.8069281;144.9600735
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Multicultural Hub 506 Elizabeth Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=506 Elizabeth Street:geo:144.9600735,-37.8069281
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180806T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180807T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180626T022617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T022617Z
UID:1983-1533546000-1533654000@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Mars - The New Frontier
DESCRIPTION:We are looking to space and examining how human ingenuity has overcome challenges as we look into space with a mind to explore and consider lunar travels and the population of Mars – as the new frontier. \nIsolated small\, rural primary schools will be supported in our investigations and inquiry by Dr. Jurg Schtuz (CSIRO) scientist who will lead us in investigating energy\, astronomy and the challenges and changes ahead. \nWe are motivated by the works of Elon Musk\, Iridium\, the Falcon Heavy Moon to Mars missions and will be immersed into a variety of learning technologies to undertake our investigations. Ultimately\, through video\, virtual reality\, 3D printing and design software primary students will be exposed to their futures and be producing an article they determine will be of value in habitating Mars. \nStudents will revisit their robotics and coding experiences and build upon this with Makey Makey\, Drone\, Minecraft\, Tinkercad and Sketch-Up. They will be investigating power generation through solar and making Herons Fountains to set the bedrock of what change makers have already established.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/mars-the-new-frontier/
LOCATION:Tempy Primary School\, 13 Harrison Street\, Tempy\, VIC\, 3489\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cheryl Torpey":MAILTO:torpey.cheryl.l@edumail.vic.gov.au
GEO:-35.3437817;142.4269088
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tempy Primary School 13 Harrison Street Tempy VIC 3489 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=13 Harrison Street:geo:142.4269088,-35.3437817
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180808T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180727T232128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180727T232128Z
UID:2733-1533718800-1533834000@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Freelancing Science Writing: The Inside Story
DESCRIPTION:The course will teach the essential skills needed to become a freelance science writer or broadcaster. Hands-on training will be provided in preparing articles\, features and illustrative material for many outlets\, including in-house\, local and international publications. \nParticipants completing the course will acquire valuable skills\, including those needed to liaise with publishers and prepare successful pitches. \nWorked examples\, reference materials and background notes will be provided.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/freelancing-science-writing-the-inside-story/
LOCATION:Multicultural Hub\, 506 Elizabeth Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carola de Keijzer":MAILTO:science-writing@inbox.com
GEO:-37.8069281;144.9600735
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Multicultural Hub 506 Elizabeth Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=506 Elizabeth Street:geo:144.9600735,-37.8069281
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180808T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180808T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180804T133623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180805T012757Z
UID:3103-1533751200-1533763800@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Pre-National Science Week Mixer Hosted By ASC Victoria
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time of year again\, science week is just around the corner and you are invited to the annual Australian Science Communicators Pre-National Science Week Mixer. \nThe Victorian branch of the Australian Science Communicators invite you to an evening of catch ups\, networking and celebration ahead of National Science Week. Come and celebrate science week\, hear from event holders\, catch up with other scientists and science communicators and maybe even nab yourself a door prize. \n 
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/pre-national-science-week-mixer-hosted-by-asc-victoria/
LOCATION:The Clyde Hotel\, 385 Cardigan Street\, Carlton\, VIC\, 3053\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Farrugia":MAILTO:claire.a.farrugia@gmail.com
GEO:-37.7972756;144.9657563
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Clyde Hotel 385 Cardigan Street Carlton VIC 3053 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=385 Cardigan Street:geo:144.9657563,-37.7972756
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180809T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180809T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180518T033027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180529T114936Z
UID:577-1533803400-1533835800@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:IMPACT7
DESCRIPTION:At IMPACT7 2018\, we’re imagining a future where poverty or disease has been eradicated\, our grandchildren have an abundance of food\, and live in a secure\, natural environment. We believe the key lies in the IMPACT that research can have to unearth many of the innovative solutions we need to get there. \nWith the support of CSIRO\, IMPACT7 2018 returns for its second year to bring together passionate people to spotlight research-led innovations that are tackling our biggest challenges. IMPACT7 covers seven broad “challenges”: \n\nthe future of work;\nsecurity in our world;\nprotecting our environment;\npowering our future;\nfood security and quality;\nhealth and wellbeing and\na wildcard.\n\nIMPACT7 presenters will share a snappy\, three-minute Impact Statement on how they’re using scientific research to answer the wicked problems under these umbrellas. \nWe anticipate over 200 applicants from across the country will throw their hat in the ring to present at IMPACT7. \nFollowing their presentations\, reflections on their innovation from IMPACT Leader panellists are shared. They act as mentors providing feedback and suggestions for these innovations moving forward. \nSome of the confirmed IMPACT Leader panellists include: \n\nMara Bun (President\, Australian Conservation Foundation)\nCharles Day (CEO\, Office of Innovation and Science Australia)\nAmanda Robinson (Head of Social Innovation\, Red Cross Australia).\n\nCost\n\nEarlybird rate (until Monday 11 June) $199\nStandard rate $249
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/impact7/
LOCATION:Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation\, 535 Elizabeth Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Regie Anne Gardoce":MAILTO:regieanne@teamslatts.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180809T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180709T031916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T031916Z
UID:2281-1533830400-1533834000@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Rockets and Hot Air Balloons
DESCRIPTION:Are you a physicist in the making? Come along and create a rocket and hot air balloon and attempt to launch your creations.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/rockets-and-hot-air-balloons/
LOCATION:Sunshine Library\, 301 Hampshire Road\, Sunshine\, VIC\, 3020\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Brus":MAILTO:jenniferb@brimbank.vic.gov.au
GEO:-37.783111;144.8321327
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunshine Library 301 Hampshire Road Sunshine VIC 3020 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 Hampshire Road:geo:144.8321327,-37.783111
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180809T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180809T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180718T073114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180718T073114Z
UID:2527-1533841200-1533844800@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Secrets from Beyond Extinction: Unlocking the Thylacine Genome
DESCRIPTION:The Tasmanian tiger or thylacine (Thylacinus cynocephalus) was the largest carnivorous Australian marsupial to exist into the modern era. Their resemblance to the eutherian wolf is considered the most striking example of convergent evolution in mammals. This is even more striking when you consider that they last shared a common ancestor over 160 million years ago. \nSadly\, the last known thylacine died in captivity in 1936. However\, Associate Professor Andrew Pask and his colleagues have sequenced the thylacine genome from a preserved “pouch young” specimen and used it to examine its phylogenetic placement\, population life history and the genetic basis of its convergence with the wolf. Their findings have shed light on the biology of this unique\, marsupial apex predator\, and the mechanisms of its evolution\, development and burden of disease. \nAbout the Speaker:\nDr Andrew Pask is an Associate Professor and Reader and ARC Future Fellow in the School of BioSciences at the University of Melbourne. His research focuses on defining key genes directing phenotypic development in mammals. He sequenced the genome of the platypus\, tammar wallaby\, thylacine and most recently the dunnart. His work on the thylacine examined the biology of this unique extinct species. He currently establishing stem cells from marsupials to understand more about totipotent and pluripotent states in mammals and to provide the reagents necessary for species conservation. \nHis work in marsupials has greatly increased our understanding of the biology of our unique fauna and shed light on many critical developmental events across all mammals\, including proving important insights into the aetiology of human reproductive diseases.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/secrets-from-beyond-extinction-unlocking-the-thylacine-genome/
LOCATION:Royal Society of Victoria\, 8 La Trobe Street\, Melbourne\, Vic\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Flattley":MAILTO:ceo@rsv.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180809T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180819T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180626T023556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T023556Z
UID:1990-1533841200-1534710600@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:R.U.R. 2020
DESCRIPTION:In the near future\, a young scientist responsible for a world-changing medical breakthrough uncovers a corporate conspiracy that could spell the end of one species – and the rise of another. A reimagination of Karel Capek’s classic sci-fi thriller\, performed in a real-life laboratory. \n“I have seen a new generation of man being stitched together like so many patchwork quilts in an unending line. They will make Einsteins for pennies and dimes; Napoleons by the bundle; and new creatures that have no parallel on the Earth.” \nAlmost a century has passed since Czech playwright Karel Capek wrote Rossum’s Universal Robots\, a provocative sci-fi satire depicting the creation and inevitable rebellion of a race of artificial humans – the first ‘robots’. \nToday we are surrounded by real life robots\, and fears of human redundancy abound. Meanwhile\, in our hospitals and in our bodies\, incredible new technologies promise miracle cures that blur the boundary between the natural and the artificial. \nHosted live in the labs of BioFab3D\, one of Australia’s top medical research facilities\, RUR 2020 reimagines Capek’s controversial classic for the new century. The first robots will be flesh and blood. \nProduced by BioFab3D and PlayReactive. \nPost-show forums on Thursday 9 and 16 August.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/r-u-r-2020/
LOCATION:BioFab3D\, 1st Floor\, Clinical Sciences Building\, 29 Regent Street\, Fitzroy\, VIC\, 3065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cathal O'Connell":MAILTO:cathal.d.oconnell@gmail.com
GEO:-37.8068597;144.9752808
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BioFab3D 1st Floor Clinical Sciences Building 29 Regent Street Fitzroy VIC 3065 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1st Floor\, Clinical Sciences Building\, 29 Regent Street:geo:144.9752808,-37.8068597
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180810T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180812T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180628T042236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180710T010208Z
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SUMMARY:Lit Up!
DESCRIPTION:A spectacle reminiscent of the legendary White Night in Melbourne and Ballarat but here in Daylesford! This project is being developed by Daylesford SC Year 8 students with the guidance and direction of Andrew Howie a leading maker of 3D video content for music events & architectural facades. \nThis sound and light extravaganza will herald the start of National Science Week and will follow the theme of our nation’s Game Changers of the past\, present and future. The discovery of penicillin\, the development of WiFi\, Quantum computing progress and the search for solutions to save our Great Barrier Reef have all changed our world\, the way we live and will continue to do so – and these are just a few. \nThere will be projections of these Game Changing stories throughout Daylesford at the start of National Science Week on the weekend of 10 – 12 August. \nThe local community and the many visitors and tourists that we have visiting our town will have the opportunity to view this installation as darkness descends.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/lit-up/
LOCATION:Daylesford Town Hall\, Vincent Street\, Daylesford\, VIC\, 3460\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Woodroofe":MAILTO:woodroofe.elizabeth.s@edumail.vic.gov.au
GEO:-37.3437946;144.142233
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Daylesford Town Hall Vincent Street Daylesford VIC 3460 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Vincent Street:geo:144.142233,-37.3437946
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180810T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180819T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180813T035722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T035722Z
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SUMMARY:Art of Science Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute’s annual Art of Science exhibition showcases stunning images and videos captured by Australian medical researchers tackling some of the biggest challenges facing global health. \nTaking place during National Science Week\, the Art of Science exhibition runs from 10 – 19 August 2018 at Melbourne’s Federation Square. The experience shines a light on biomedical exploration and discovery traversing the vast and complex research areas of cancer\, infectious diseases and immune disorders. \nSee how blood vessels sprout from a piece of bone grown in the laboratory; watch breast cancer cells ‘caught on camera’ as they attempt to run riot in other parts of the body; and be unsettled by a writhing parasite ‘playground’ captured under the microscope with an iPhone. \nDirector of the Institute\, Professor Doug Hilton said Art of Science was like a ‘backstage pass’ into the laboratory revealing how medical researchers worked to better understand\, prevent and treat disease. \n“The images and videos in our Art of Science exhibition provide magnificent insight into the challenges our biomedical researchers are working to address – whether that’s stopping aggressive cancers from spreading in the body; finding ways to outsmart the malaria mosquito; or pinpointing what is going awry in development where birth defects such as spina bifida and cleft palate occur\,” Professor Hilton said. \nProfessor Hilton said the exhibition offered a unique opportunity for the public to grasp how rapid advances in medical imaging technology were enabling researchers to visualise the unseeable in impressive detail. \n“Visitors to the exhibition get the chance to see what blood vessels look like when they migrate to form conduits that transport food\, oxygen and germ-fighting immune cells throughout the body. \n“They’ll also see a life-size snapshot of breast tissue\, resembling blossoms at the end of a stem\, that in reality is no bigger than a few grains of rice\,” Professor Hilton said. \nInstitute staff and scientists will be in The Atrium at Federation Square between 10am-6pm throughout the exhibition period\, to show visitors around and answer their questions. \nA time-honoured competition \nThe Art of Science exhibition is also a showcase of 20 finalists from the Institute’s annual Art of Science competition\, which was founded in 1997 by former Institute director Professor Suzanne Cory. \nThis year\, our esteemed panel of judges is from Museums Victoria and includes CEO Lynley Marshall; Senior Curator for Human Biology and Medicine Johanna Simkin; and Collections Curator for Engineering Matilda Vaughan. \n“My selection was made on the basis of artistic appeal\, representation of subject matter and the degree to which the image engaged me with the subject\,” Ms Marshall said. \nThe public also get to have their say. Visitors to the exhibition are invited to vote for their favourite image in the ever popular People’s Choice Awards for the chance to win a framed print of their choice.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/art-of-science-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Atrium\, Federation Square\, Cnr Swanston St and Flinders St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arunee Wilson":MAILTO:wilson.a@wehi.edu.au
GEO:-37.8175485;144.9674052
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180810T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180804T132903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180804T132903Z
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SUMMARY:Pop Culture and Science: Do They Play Nice?
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Melbourne International Film Festival \nA panel of cultural and scientific experts lock horns over the way cinema and other forms of entertainment have advanced or regressed popular attitudes towards science. In a post-truth world\, how have the big and small screens helped or hindered the way we perceive science and technology? Are we more engaged with science or more likely to dismiss it? Are we more likely to dismiss fact-based evidence or are we now questioning assumed facts in ways that are useful? Are we entering a new age of heightened accountability or are we going backwards into an era of misinformation and ignorance? \nGuests: \nWill Dayble: Founder of the online entrepreneurship and impact school Fitzroy Academy\, and lecturer for Monash University’s Global Challenges Advanced Honours Degree. He was founded startups in digital\, education and social enterprise\, and also works at a mentor and consultant. \nProfessor Angela Ndalianis: Research Professor at the Swinburne University of Technology. Her research focuses on film entertainment media technologies with an outlook on how they mediate our experience of the world around us. \nLauren Rosewarne: Senior Lecturer at the University of Melbourne and co-host of ABC Radio National’s Stop Everything pop culture show and Mamamia’s Sealed Section podcast. Lauren has written nine books about gender\, sexuality and pop culture. \nSarah-Jane Woulahan: a filmmaker whose films include the AI themed short\, A Terrible Beauty (MIFF 2016). She’s currently developing her first feature\, and her PhD research\, as a candidate at RMIT\, investigates the adaptation of film language to live action\, cinematic\, virtual reality. \nRahul Soans (moderator): Engineer with a Masters in International Business with a background working for social enterprises and startups. He runs The Disruptive Business Network and he is the co-founder of Balancingact3\, a consultancy that works in the human rights and human services sectors.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/pop-culture-and-science-do-they-play-nice/
LOCATION:The Wheeler Centre\, 176 Little Lonsdale Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ellie Michaelides":MAILTO:ellie.michaelides@unimelb.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180810T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180812T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180727T235138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180727T235138Z
UID:2735-1533925800-1534098600@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Scouts Science Camp @ Treetops
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd annual STEM-themed patrol-activity camp for Scouts aged 10-14. Fun and activities as part of Scientific Scouts in Action Month and National Science Week.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/scouts-science-camp-treetops/
LOCATION:Treetops Scout Camp\, 140 Royal Parade\, Riddells Creeks\, VIC\, 3431\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Reeve":MAILTO:treetops.patrolcamps@scoutsvictoria.com.au
GEO:-37.4474465;144.6635363
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Treetops Scout Camp 140 Royal Parade Riddells Creeks VIC 3431 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=140 Royal Parade:geo:144.6635363,-37.4474465
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180810T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180810T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180809T040928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180809T040928Z
UID:3171-1533927600-1533934800@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Stuck on a Rock - Premiere Screening
DESCRIPTION:The premiere screening for my short documentary on the Lord Howe Island stick insect. \nStuck on a Rock is a documentary on the saga of the Lord Howe Island stick insect\, one of the rarest species of insects on the planet. It was exterminated on Lord Howe Island by rats that were accidentally introduced in a shipwreck in the early 1900s and was thought extinct. But a series of incredible discoveries led to its re-emergence on one of the most remote and beautiful places on earth\, about 20km south east of Lord Howe – Balls Pyramid. \nSince then it has been an epic journey to prevent this unique species of insect (dubbed the thylacine of the insect world) from disappearing again. This humble insect has become a symbol of the struggle to preserve what we have left and to mitigate our impact on the natural world. \nThe night will also include talks by Rohan Cleave\, zookeeper at Melbourne Zoo\, and Keith Bell\, old school climber of Ball’s Pyramid.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/stuck-on-a-rock-premiere-screening/
LOCATION:Loop Project Space & Bar\, 23 Meyers Place\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Asher Flatt":MAILTO:flattman77@hotmail.com
GEO:-37.812138;144.972113
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Loop Project Space & Bar 23 Meyers Place Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=23 Meyers Place:geo:144.972113,-37.812138
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180811T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180819T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180703T032325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T110752Z
UID:2229-1533970800-1534698000@inspiringvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:The Great Aussie BioQuest
DESCRIPTION:Join the Great Aussie BioQuest this National Science Week! Download ‘Questagame’ FREE from your app store. Start submitting – prizes galore! \nThe Great Aussie BioQuest aims to draw attention to an increasingly important aspect of our daily lives\, biodiversity literacy\, by engaging residents from all walks of life\, to participate in\, learn about and map Australian biodiversity in a fun way. \nScore points as you find\, or identify\, living things in the wild\, anywhere in Australia. It is like catching Pokemon\, only the adventure is real this time! You’ll also be contributing to research to help protect life on Earth. \n\nDownload ‘Questagame’ FREE from your app store and register\nSelect your state at questagame.com\nStart submitting!\n\nHow to win? \nSubmit sightings through QuestaGame on your mobile device between 7.00 am\, 11 August – 5 pm\, 19 August\, 2018. The rarer your finds\, the higher your scores. There are also points and prizes for correct identifications – identify sightings online.
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/the-great-aussie-bioquest/
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mallika Robinson":MAILTO:mallika@questagame.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180811T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180812T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174532
CREATED:20180518T051222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180608T075404Z
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SUMMARY:World Educational Robot Contest - 2018 Australia International Open
DESCRIPTION:The World Educational Robot (WER) Contest is an international robotics contest for primary and secondary school-aged children. Annually\, more than 500 000 contestants from 30 countries participate in WER events. In 2018\, Centre Com with sponsorship from HP is proud to present the WER 2018 Australia International Open in Melbourne at Marymede Catholic College on August 11-12\, drawing teams of participants from across Australia\, as well as visiting international teams from China and other countries. \nUsing robots made by Abilix – a world-leading educational robotics company and the exclusive platform of the WER contest – participants will work together in teams of 2-3 to design\, build and program a robot to autonomously navigate a game mat and achieve certain tasks centered around the 2018 theme “Information Era”. \nA combination of pre-set tasks known ahead of time\, and additional on-site tasks revealed on the day\, will challenge participants’ abilities in robot design and programming as well as teamwork and innovation\, both on the day and during the lead-up to the event. Awards will be handed out to the top three teams in each division (primary\, middle and senior) based on their scores in two rounds of competition\, and top teams will also be invited to compete in the WER World Championship in Shanghai in November. There will also be other awards for additional creative projects that teams can choose to submit entries for. \nWhile the majority of teams will be school-based\, we encourage and welcome the participation of community teams\, as well as attendance by the general public. Check out the website or contact us for more details. \nCost \n\n$190 contest registration fee per team (2–3 students). Teams will also need to purchase a competition-endorsed Abilix robot kit and a kit containing the game mat and tasks (see website for details).
URL:https://inspiringvictoria.org.au/event/robot-contest-2018/
LOCATION:Marymede Catholic College\, 60 Williamsons Road\, South Morang\, Victoria\, 3752\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Science Week
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kirtina Vuong":MAILTO:wercontest@centrecom.com.au
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