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The Moon
For centuries artists from many cultures have been inspired by the Moon, the most prominent feature of our night sky. The exhibition includes historical works created when the Moon could only be viewed from afar, works from the era of the 1960s space race, and more contemporary responses informed by the imagery and scientific knowledge acquired through space exploration.
UMWELTEN – Eco-fields and other Universes
Felicity Spear, in her exhibition Umwelten – eco-fields and other universes, has created circular paintings on wood, encircled by profiles of the human skull. They are speculations about the possibilities for other habitats or other universes beyond our sensorium at either a micro or macro level. In 1909, the biologist Jakob von Uexküll introduced the…
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Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society
Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society
Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society was founded in 1969 with the aim of fostering the study of Astronomy by amateurs and promoting the hobby of amateur Astronomy to the general public. This astronomy night will celebrate 50 years of Astronomy on the Mornington Peninsula.
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One Small Step
One Small Step
Dr Peter Skilton of the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society will talk about the Moon landings and astronomy. Bookings open on Tuesday 30 July 2019.
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Psychtalks stories from the cosmos: What Indigenous storytelling can teach us about memory, our highways and ourselves
Psychtalks stories from the cosmos: What Indigenous storytelling can teach us about memory, our highways and ourselves
For over 65,000 years, the night’s sky has served as a map for Indigenous peoples all around the world. Aboriginal Australians plotted the absence and presence of stars to develop celestial maps for navigation to survive the harsh Australian landscape. In doing so, Aboriginal Australians built complex knowledge systems using signals from the sky and…
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STEM together and star gazing evening
STEM together and star gazing evening
A family night encouraging participation in STEM, space and science. Have a go at hands-on STEM tasks, explore the night’s sky, problem solve and get thinking about science. A great chance to share science together. An evening event, encouraging students and parents to get involved in STEM activities, problem-solving and critical thinking. Families will have…
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Aboriginal Astronomy
Aboriginal Astronomy
Astrophysics student and Kamilaroi woman, Krystal De Napoli shares how Indigenous Australians encode scientific information in their traditions and how this knowledge is passed to successive generations. Features videos of dances, songs and interviews with elders.
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Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Bendigo
Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Bendigo
Catch the latest news in black holes with Alan Duffy and Rebecca Allen with live Q&A. Download the app and explore the universe. Realise the power of stars, delve into the latest gravitational wave research, and explore the Universe—all without leaving town. Science communicators and researchers Associate Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen…
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Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Wangaratta
Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Wangaratta
Catch the latest news in black holes with Alan Duffy and Rebecca Allen with live Q&A. Download the app and explore the universe. Realise the power of stars, delve into the latest gravitational wave research, and explore the Universe—all without leaving town. Science communicators and researchers Associate Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen return…
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Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Lilydale
Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Lilydale
Catch the latest news in black holes with Alan Duffy and Rebecca Allen with live Q&A. Download the app and explore the universe. Realise the power of stars, delve into the latest gravitational wave research, and explore the Universe—all without leaving town. Science communicators and researchers Associate Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen return…
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Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Romsey
Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Romsey
Catch the latest news in black holes with Alan Duffy and Rebecca Allen with live Q&A. Download the app and explore the universe. Realise the power of stars, delve into the latest gravitational wave research, and explore the Universe—all without leaving town. Science communicators and researchers Associate Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen return…
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Immersive Science III (VR): Astronomy for all Australians – Emerald
Immersive Science III (VR): Astronomy for all Australians – Emerald
Catch the latest news in black holes with Alan Duffy and Rebecca Allen with live Q&A. Download the app and explore the universe. Realise the power of stars, delve into the latest gravitational wave research, and explore the Universe—all without leaving town. Science communicators and researchers Associate Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen return…
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Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Lalor
Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Lalor
Catch the latest news in black holes with Alan Duffy and Rebecca Allen with live Q&A. Download the app and explore the universe. Realise the power of stars, delve into the latest gravitational wave research, and explore the Universe—all without leaving town. Science communicators and researchers Associate Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen return…
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Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Sale
Immersive Science III (SCIVR): Astronomy for all Australians – Sale
Catch the latest news in black holes with Alan Duffy and Rebecca Allen with live Q&A. Download the app and explore the universe. Realise the power of stars, delve into the latest gravitational wave research, and explore the Universe—all without leaving town. Science communicators and researchers Associate Professor Alan Duffy and Dr Rebecca Allen return…
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