Deakin University is hosting three Family Science Games Night during National Science Week. Come along to an exciting evening playing scienceboard games. Have fun with family and friends and learn some science. Each Deakin University campus will be hosting a Family Science Games night where families can play a range of science educational boardgames. Collect…
This National Science Week, join NASA exobiologist Dr Darlene Lim for an illuminating experience about science in extreme environments. Hear about how exploring extreme environments on Earth can give us insights into conditions that human explorers might face on Mars or other planets. Event includes a special presentation by Dr Darlene Lim, planetarium screening ($5…
The engagement of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs) helps to build a culture of innovation, and therefore increased productivity and global competitiveness through all levels of the Australian industry. CRCs are engines of innovation for Australia. An initiative of the Australian Government, CRCs bring together the best minds from research and…
Dr Darlene Lim from NASA shares her experiences working under simulated mission conditions in the Arctic, the Antarctic, and underwater where she has piloted submersibles as a scientist and explorer. Only once we have mastered these challenges can we walk among the red dunes of Mars. Join us at this special event to uncover the…
International speaker Dr Darlene Lim to visit Warragul. Join us at this special event to uncover the secrets to exploring other planets, hidden in the least hospitable parts of our own. Dr Darlene Lim from NASA shares her experiences working under simulated mission conditions in the Arctic, the Antarctic, and underwater where she has piloted…
After ‘Together Tuesday Lunch, Lunar Lunch’ on Tuesday 13 August our entire school will plant seedlings and seeds in all of the vegetable gardens within the school grounds. We will monitor the growth and make food to share when harvested. Planting by the Moon. A fun session of gardening including our Kinder to Year…
Films about Space: recommended for everyone fascinated by the universe and our place in it. During National Science Week at Peninsula Libraries we will be screening a variety of science films from SCINEMA. SCINEMA is the largest science film festival in the southern hemisphere, showcasing the best science feature, short, documentary, animated and experimental films…
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The Fizzle and Pop Show is full of the magic of science with fun, creative demonstrations. With plenty of hands-on opportunities for willing participants and heaps to see and wonder about, the audience is always fully engaged with our Scientwist presenters throughout.
SCINEMA 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. Booking required. Please contact the venue for booking details.
Build, play and explore. Get hands-on with engineering, robotics and more. Make a UV kid and slime to take home. Want to try robotics? Build a tower or a castle with planks? Explore UV light with amazing colour-changing beads! To celebrate National Science Week, come to the STEM Fair to explore a range of activities…
Come along to this interactive hands on experience with some of Australia’s unique wildlife – up close and personal. We’ll learn about ecosystems, adaptation and the impact of humans on the environment. Some of the animals that may attend (not all will be present!) include: spiny leaf stick insects, Flinders Range scorpions, green tree frogs,…
