Regional NSW has embraced National Science Week again this year with an incredibly diverse range events and activities for everyone in the community. You can explore the inventions and the legacy of our first scientists; find out about the innovations in scientific research that directly impact regional people like flood management and biodiversity loss; participate in a local citizen science project; or get everyone in the family along to a local event with hands on activities, workshops and STEM inspiration for all ages.
Saturday 12 August Wyangala In Central West NSW, the CORRIDOR project + Orange Cowra Cabonne Science Hub proudly presents Wyangala, a First Nation culturally led science program on a beautiful property on the Galari Lachlan River. With a full day and night of workshops, field trips, presentations, and hands-on learning experiences participants can learn about culturally led traditional scientific knowledge, and methodologies, facilitated by First Nation knowledge holders. More information and bookings
Tuesday 15 August Value Adding Through the Bioeconomy Would you like to hear about how new fermentation technology can unlock new food, feed and fibres? How metals can be recovered from mining waste to power your mobile phone or solar panels? How food and farm waste can become the valuable source of a fast-growing global bioeconomy? The ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology and Orange-based company Cauldron are bringing experts together for an industry discussion and networking event. Orange. More information and bookings
Hunter and Central Coast
Saturday 12 to Sunday 20 August Lake Mac STEAM Week Lake Mac (Macquarie) Libraries host a fabulous week-long program of inspiring learning experiences that are centred around Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths for National Science Week. This year there are over 21 events, activities and workshops to choose from including a talk by Superstars of STEMs radio astronomer Dr Laura Driessen and theoretical physicist Karen Liversey on advances in astronomy and nano-technology; a screening of the 2014 science-fiction epic, Interstellar; and a performance of Tubular Bells for Two in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Mike Oldfield’s seminal musical work. More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August Gloucester Landscape Felting Gloucester Arts and Cultural Council Inc offer a workshop for children on the importance of biodiversity focusing on Gloucester River and Barrington Tops. Volunteers from the Tops Landcare Group will discuss aspects of the ecosystem, from trees and shrubs to large animals and insects, followed by a workshop in wet felting with artist and teacher Gemma Cross. More information and bookings
Sunday 13 August LIFT OFF! – Wallsend Library A fun day of science at Wallsend Library starts with some fabulous science shows, followed by a free drop-in pizza lunch from 12pm – 2pm where you can meet real scientists, ask them all your burning science questions, or maybe chat to them about how they became a scientist. For all ages! More information and bookings
Monday 14 to Sunday 27 August How Plants Work Visit the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens at Heatherbrae for an interactive exhibition. All life on earth depends on plants. Using simple observations and experiments, visitors can gain fascinating insights into how it all happens. Explainers are on hand to encourage visitors to explore the expedition and assist with experiments. More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August Boom or Bust? A dive into the unique sponge fauna of Wallis and Smiths Lakes Professor of Marine Biology from the University of Wollongong Andy Davis will provide some insights into research of the unique sponges that call Wallis and Smiths Lake home. Many of these sponges are likely to be undescribed and new to science. Andy will outline findings of a twenty-year study (2002 to 2022) and will show that some sponge populations in these MidCoast lakes are perhaps best characterised as boom or bust. Elizabeth Beach. More information and bookings
Newcastle Museum is the hub for events over National Science week including the Poo Palace!
Tuesday 15 August to Sunday 20 August Poo Place The Poo Palace is a giant inflatable re-creation of the digestive system where children (and adults!) take a sensory adventure through the gastrointestinal tract. Interactive food experiments engage everyone to learn about gut health and medical research. More information and bookings
Tuesday 15 August Reduce your emissions at home Did you know that around 40% of Newcastle’s carbon emissions come from Newcastle households? Hear what you can do at home to reduce your emissions and make a difference. More information and bookings
Wednesday 16 August Journeys to the Life of Science – Our Future and the Earth’s Past How does Earth’s climate system work? How were the continents made? What causes volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and tsunamis? The answers are all to be found at the bottom of the ocean. Join geoscientist Bob Musgrave for the story of daily life while on a two-month adventure on a scientific drilling ship. More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August Journeys to the Life of Science – Blowing in the Wind Join a local father and son, Liam and Ollie Phelan, for a discussion about life journeys, renewable energy, finance and complexity, activism, ecological justice and guitars and how hey ended up as scientists. More information and bookings
Sunday 20 August Hunter Science Festival This always popular and jam-packed day of STEM activity at Newcastle Musuem is back. Make and race your own solar powered car with the team from Hunter Valley Electric Vehicles; pretend to be a poo in the giant inflatable Poo Palace from Hunter Medical Research Institute; or get hands-on with the Aldrin Moon to Mars Experience, including a science show and STEM pocket rocket activity. More information and bookings
Sunday 20 August Intergalactic Brews & Cosmic Views Get the inside scoop on the Australian Space Industry from a stellar panel of experts, including Dr Scott Sleap, Donna Lawler, and Emeritus Professor Steven Freeland. They’ll share invaluable insights into space education, space law, moon mining, and much more. More information and bookings
Illawarra & Shoalhaven
Saturday 5 August Science Showcase UOW: Open day at Wollongong Campus As part of Open Day at the Wollongong campus, a special Science Showcase provides a STEM zone around “Sciences Lane” buzzing with all sorts of science, including guided tours of different science teaching laboratories and research spaces; Fire & Ice Spectacular Science Shows, presented by the Science Space; a session of guided physical learning with anatomical models for people with low vision or who are blind; inflatable organs display and activity, and much more. More information and bookings
AUSMAP, Australia’s leading microplastic program, is a nationwide citizen science program that aims to quantify microplastic pollution in our river systems and coastlines. This year they are offering a training day and a community day in the Wollongong area.
Friday 11 August AUSMAP: Science by the Sea Community Training Day A full day of field sampling methodology for collecting, sorting and identifying microplastics, with theory, field sampling and the option of a practical accreditation. More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August AUSMAP: Science by the Sea Community Day – Belmore Basin Interested in learning more about microplastics around Wollongong & the impact on humans & the environment? Bring your friends and your family. This community event is for people of all ages. More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August Science Showcase UOW: Open day at Shoalhaven Campus The UOW campus in West Nowra will be transformed into a science activities hub for National Science Week. Activities include: Fire and Ice Spectacular science shows presented by the Science Space: Dragon Training mobile zoo reptile display, including a lace monitor, crocodile, snake, turtle, frogs, and a few smaller lizards: Project Bucephalus Lego robotics building and competition (BYO robot or build one here), with a prize, and more. More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August The Jervis Bay Maritime Museum in Huskisson hosts three talks with local scientists on topics relevant to the local community.
More Fish in the Sea: Counting, measuring and tracking fishes Dr Nathan Knott, Senior Research Scientist, Fisheries Research, Department of Primary Industries NSW will talk about several new technologies (including AI) that he uses to quantify fish populations, measure fish sizes and track their movement across the marine environment. More information and bookings
Harnessing the Waves of Technology for Coastal Science Dr Tom Doyle, Senior Scientist (Coastal & Marine) Water, Wetlands and Coastal Science, Department of Planning and Environment NSW will present on the marine and coastal research and monitoring projects in NSW (including the south coast region). More information and bookings
Unleashing Creativity in AI: Generative Artificial Intelligence Dr Jack Yang, from the Centre for Artificial Intelligence at the University of Wollongong will share fundamental knowledge to explore the fascinating world of Generative AI. Discover the technology behind Generative AI systems, their applications across industries, and ground-breaking research pushing the boundaries of human-machine collaboration. More information and bookings
Tuesday 15 August Indigenous Science, Song-lines and Stars An special evening in the University of Wollongong Science Space includes a section of The Earth Above planetarium show video developed by the ARC Centre of Excellence of Australian Biodiversity and Heritage (CABAH) that combines Indigenous knowledges and sciences to help future-proof Australia’s biodiversity and ancient heritage; a night sky planetarium show with Indigenous astronomy presentation; and a presentation by Dr Robert Fuller from the Australian Indigenous Astronomy group on Aboriginal astronomy and song-line connections. More information and bookings
Wednesday 16 August Science Showcase UOW broadcast ABC Illawarra will broadcast the Mornings show with Nick Rheinberger and then Drive with Lindsay McDougall all day on campus. With team challenges, quizzes and trivia, and interviews with UOW scientists across different career levels, spanning topics across coastal environments, radiation physics, sex hormones in mental health, cancer research, breast injuries in sport, geoarchaeology and more. More information and bookings
New England/North West
The University of New England (UNE) Discovery team will host two events in Armidale over the two weekends of Science Week at the Armidale Farmers Markets and the Armidale Central Shopping Centre. There will be scientists and science educators, lots of activities and three sessions of a brand-new Magic of Physics show that create moments of wonder with awe inspiring displays that defy intuition.
Tuesday 29 August Paleo Jam recording Palaeo Jam is a podcast exploring a range of issues in science and the community, using the multidisciplinary aspects of, and public fascination with, palaeontology. They are taking the podcast on the road for National Science Week, and recording an episode in Armidale. Become an audience member for the live record! More information and bookings
North Coast
Saturday 12 August Wise Waterbugs Bellingen Riverwatch is a long-standing citizen science program that involves the local community in monitoring and protecting local rivers. For National Science Week they are hosting Wise Waterbugs, a captivating two-part adventure that invites people of all ages to embark on an exploration of the realm of macroinvertebrates. It includes a special workshop designed for preschoolers and their grandparents, and a Macro Open day at Bellingen Markets. More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August Count Glossy Black-Cockatoo Join like-minded bird-lovers in Pottsville to learn how to locate and identify Glossy Black-Cockatoos and their feed trees in the wild. Marama Hopkins from Tweed Shire Council and Harry Hackett from Wildbnb Wildlife Habitat will present information about Glossy Black-Cockatoo identification and ecology. More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August Dark Science: New Moon The Lismore Quad hosts afull day exploration of local science practices through workshops, performance, art, and activities, including community stargazing during the new moon cycle in the evening. More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August Sounds of the Bush In Kyogle a Science in the Pub event launches a citizen scientist project to become involved in a Richmond catchment wide koala monitoring program. Hosted by the Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare, it includes presentations from David Newell, an ecologist from Southern Cross University with a long history in using acoustic monitoring devices, Jane Baldwinfrom the Border Ranges Alliance, Pete Knock, the Large Forest Owls Coordinator with the Nature Conservation Council of NSW andMark Ambrose, an ecologist from Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare. More information and bookings
Riverina Murray
Saturday 12 August Family Science Day Albury LibraryMusuem is celebrating all things science with a spectacular day of free programs for the whole family. Join them for family-friendly tours of current exhibitions, including Out of This World: Australia in the Space Age, and the Crossing Place Wiradjuri display. Book in for a special tour of the Albury Waste Management Centre. Enjoy some brilliant science play and stick around for the Jollybops Mix it up Science Show. Finally, once the sun sets, rug up and bring the whole family along for a stellar evening of stargazing with the Astronomical Society of Albury Wodonga in QEII Square. More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August Fantastic Fossils At Lavington Library earn what fossils are and why they are so important while getting your hands dirty as you create your very own fossils using air dry clay. More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August Swan Song Wagga Wagga Art Gallery present a discussion exploring changes in the biodiversity and birdlife of the area with panelists in the fields of science, ecology, creative practice, and history. Speakers include Wagga Wagga Art Gallery’s Environmental Thinker in Residence, Dr Chris Orchard, joined by Dr David Hunter, Threatened Species Officer, Michelle Maddison, curator of the Museum of the Riverina, and local artist Christina Reed. More information and bookings
Saturday 19 August Swan Song Printmaking Workshop Lead by artist and Environmental Education Officer Christina Reid, participants will create relief printed bookmarks depicting the feathers of black swans and other bird species now lost from the region. The printed bookmarks will serve as mementos, reflecting on the significant loss of Black Swans to the Wagga Wagga Beach area of the Murrumbidgee. More information and bookings
Sunday 13 August Cultural Knowledge River Walk Join Wiradjuri Elder Uncle James Ingram for a cultural knowledge River Walk along the Murrumbidgee river for the Swan Song program. More information and bookings
Saturday 19 August MicroVision at Wagga Wagga City Library Join Lecturer in Environment and Agriculture at tCharles Sturt University Celia Connor, and students from the School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences to discover everyday things that you won’t see every day – without a microscope. Location: Wagga Wagga City Library, 243 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga N More information and bookings
South East & Tablelands
Sunday 13 August iNaturalist: a beginner’s guide For Bega locals, Atlas of Life members will be hands on to the help people use iNaturalist, the leading citizen science observation and data collection app, and guide people in its use. After the tuition, people will be able to practice their new learnt skills in the beautiful Bega River reserve. More information and bookings
Sunday 13 August Photography for Fungi Fans Fascinated by funghi? Bring more artistry to your fungi photography in this special workshop near Merimbula with photographer Andrew Larkin. Enhance your photographic skills which can be applied for all nature photography. More information and bookings
Tuesday 15 August Yass Science Week Extravaganza Yass Valley Council has invited Dr Graham from Science showoffs to present two workshops for the school students of Yass Valley in the Yass Memorial Hall. Dr Graham’s Science FUNomena (all ages) and Dr Graham’s Little Scientists’ Show (early learners and families) The shows are about the scientific process, being curious and creative, and using science to make the world a better place. More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August Merimbula Wharf Marine Habitat Restoration Project Marine science meets citizen science, meets fishing, meets marine cuisine at the Merimbula Wharf. Learn about how Citizen Science and community involvement helped with the restoration of underwater forests and macroalgae rehabilitation of Merimbula Wharf on the far South Coast. More information and bookings
Friday 18 August Sapphire Coast – Meet the Locals At the Tiny Zoo at the Tathra BeachEco Campmeet qualified and experienced zookeepers and ecologists who will share their knowledge about some of the amazing animals found locally on the South Coast. Ever wondered what a long-nosed potoroo looked like? Wonder no more, as Winnie, a very special member of their endangered species breeding program will also make an appearance.More information and bookings
Saturday 19 August UOW Science Space: mini museum and show University of Wollongong Science Space is going to the Eurobodalla for an event in Moruya. There will be science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) activities for all. Spend some time in the STEM activity zone for hands-on science fun and learning for the whole family. More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August Dr Graham’s Science Week Spectacular Are you doing some DIY science for National Science Week? Goulburn Library is offering some inspirational experiments you can try at home – along with a few you definitely should not!From marshmallow bazookas to leaf-blower levitated basketball and even making the grown-ups hold explosive liquid nitrogen, we’ll blast, boom and bubble through some classic science phenomena along with brand-new experiments. More information and bookings
ACT
Our Inspiring ACT colleagues have a great program of events and activities for those close to Canberra. They include Science in the Centres programs at local shopping malls, no-knit neuron workshops at the National Portrait Gallery, many talks by local scientists, and a screening of Bladerunner with a discussion on the science in the film. Browse the full program
Regional NSW has embraced National Science Week again this year with an incredibly diverse range events and activities for everyone in the community. You can explore the inventions and the legacy of our first scientists; find out about the innovations in scientific research that directly impact regional people like flood management and biodiversity loss; participate in a local citizen science project; or get everyone in the family along to a local event with hands on activities, workshops and STEM inspiration for all ages.
There is so much activity we have had to group events by regional boundaries to help you search for activity in your area, but you can also can search for an event by location on the National Science Week website.
Central West and Orana
Saturday 12 August
Wyangala
In Central West NSW, the CORRIDOR project + Orange Cowra Cabonne Science Hub proudly presents Wyangala, a First Nation culturally led science program on a beautiful property on the Galari Lachlan River. With a full day and night of workshops, field trips, presentations, and hands-on learning experiences participants can learn about culturally led traditional scientific knowledge, and methodologies, facilitated by First Nation knowledge holders.
More information and bookings
Tuesday 15 August
Value Adding Through the Bioeconomy
Would you like to hear about how new fermentation technology can unlock new food, feed and fibres? How metals can be recovered from mining waste to power your mobile phone or solar panels? How food and farm waste can become the valuable source of a fast-growing global bioeconomy? The ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology and Orange-based company Cauldron are bringing experts together for an industry discussion and networking event. Orange.
More information and bookings
Hunter and Central Coast
Saturday 12 to Sunday 20 August
Lake Mac STEAM Week
Lake Mac (Macquarie) Libraries host a fabulous week-long program of inspiring learning experiences that are centred around Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths for National Science Week. This year there are over 21 events, activities and workshops to choose from including a talk by Superstars of STEMs radio astronomer Dr Laura Driessen and theoretical physicist Karen Liversey on advances in astronomy and nano-technology; a screening of the 2014 science-fiction epic, Interstellar; and a performance of Tubular Bells for Two in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Mike Oldfield’s seminal musical work.
More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August
Gloucester Landscape Felting
Gloucester Arts and Cultural Council Inc offer a workshop for children on the importance of biodiversity focusing on Gloucester River and Barrington Tops. Volunteers from the Tops Landcare Group will discuss aspects of the ecosystem, from trees and shrubs to large animals and insects, followed by a workshop in wet felting with artist and teacher Gemma Cross.
More information and bookings
Sunday 13 August
LIFT OFF! – Wallsend Library
A fun day of science at Wallsend Library starts with some fabulous science shows, followed by a free drop-in pizza lunch from 12pm – 2pm where you can meet real scientists, ask them all your burning science questions, or maybe chat to them about how they became a scientist. For all ages!
More information and bookings
Monday 14 to Sunday 27 August
How Plants Work
Visit the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens at Heatherbrae for an interactive exhibition. All life on earth depends on plants. Using simple observations and experiments, visitors can gain fascinating insights into how it all happens. Explainers are on hand to encourage visitors to explore the expedition and assist with experiments.
More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August
Boom or Bust? A dive into the unique sponge fauna of Wallis and Smiths Lakes
Professor of Marine Biology from the University of Wollongong Andy Davis will provide some insights into research of the unique sponges that call Wallis and Smiths Lake home. Many of these sponges are likely to be undescribed and new to science. Andy will outline findings of a twenty-year study (2002 to 2022) and will show that some sponge populations in these MidCoast lakes are perhaps best characterised as boom or bust. Elizabeth Beach.
More information and bookings
Newcastle Museum is the hub for events over National Science week including the Poo Palace!
Tuesday 15 August to Sunday 20 August
Poo Place
The Poo Palace is a giant inflatable re-creation of the digestive system where children (and adults!) take a sensory adventure through the gastrointestinal tract. Interactive food experiments engage everyone to learn about gut health and medical research.
More information and bookings
Tuesday 15 August
Reduce your emissions at home
Did you know that around 40% of Newcastle’s carbon emissions come from Newcastle households? Hear what you can do at home to reduce your emissions and make a difference.
More information and bookings
Wednesday 16 August
Journeys to the Life of Science – Our Future and the Earth’s Past
How does Earth’s climate system work? How were the continents made? What causes volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and tsunamis? The answers are all to be found at the bottom of the ocean. Join geoscientist Bob Musgrave for the story of daily life while on a two-month adventure on a scientific drilling ship.
More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August
Journeys to the Life of Science – Blowing in the Wind
Join a local father and son, Liam and Ollie Phelan, for a discussion about life journeys, renewable energy, finance and complexity, activism, ecological justice and guitars and how hey ended up as scientists.
More information and bookings
Sunday 20 August
Hunter Science Festival
This always popular and jam-packed day of STEM activity at Newcastle Musuem is back. Make and race your own solar powered car with the team from Hunter Valley Electric Vehicles; pretend to be a poo in the giant inflatable Poo Palace from Hunter Medical Research Institute; or get hands-on with the Aldrin Moon to Mars Experience, including a science show and STEM pocket rocket activity.
More information and bookings
Sunday 20 August
Intergalactic Brews & Cosmic Views
Get the inside scoop on the Australian Space Industry from a stellar panel of experts, including Dr Scott Sleap, Donna Lawler, and Emeritus Professor Steven Freeland. They’ll share invaluable insights into space education, space law, moon mining, and much more.
More information and bookings
Illawarra & Shoalhaven
Saturday 5 August
Science Showcase UOW: Open day at Wollongong Campus
As part of Open Day at the Wollongong campus, a special Science Showcase provides a STEM zone around “Sciences Lane” buzzing with all sorts of science, including guided tours of different science teaching laboratories and research spaces; Fire & Ice Spectacular Science Shows, presented by the Science Space; a session of guided physical learning with anatomical models for people with low vision or who are blind; inflatable organs display and activity, and much more.
More information and bookings
AUSMAP, Australia’s leading microplastic program, is a nationwide citizen science program that aims to quantify microplastic pollution in our river systems and coastlines. This year they are offering a training day and a community day in the Wollongong area.
Friday 11 August
AUSMAP: Science by the Sea Community Training Day
A full day of field sampling methodology for collecting, sorting and identifying microplastics, with theory, field sampling and the option of a practical accreditation.
More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August
AUSMAP: Science by the Sea Community Day – Belmore Basin
Interested in learning more about microplastics around Wollongong & the impact on humans & the environment? Bring your friends and your family. This community event is for people of all ages.
More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August
Science Showcase UOW: Open day at Shoalhaven Campus
The UOW campus in West Nowra will be transformed into a science activities hub for National Science Week. Activities include: Fire and Ice Spectacular science shows presented by the Science Space: Dragon Training mobile zoo reptile display, including a lace monitor, crocodile, snake, turtle, frogs, and a few smaller lizards: Project Bucephalus Lego robotics building and competition (BYO robot or build one here), with a prize, and more.
More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August
The Jervis Bay Maritime Museum in Huskisson hosts three talks with local scientists on topics relevant to the local community.
More Fish in the Sea: Counting, measuring and tracking fishes
Dr Nathan Knott, Senior Research Scientist, Fisheries Research, Department of Primary Industries NSW will talk about several new technologies (including AI) that he uses to quantify fish populations, measure fish sizes and track their movement across the marine environment.
More information and bookings
Harnessing the Waves of Technology for Coastal Science
Dr Tom Doyle, Senior Scientist (Coastal & Marine) Water, Wetlands and Coastal Science, Department of Planning and Environment NSW will present on the marine and coastal research and monitoring projects in NSW (including the south coast region).
More information and bookings
Unleashing Creativity in AI: Generative Artificial Intelligence
Dr Jack Yang, from the Centre for Artificial Intelligence at the University of Wollongong will share fundamental knowledge to explore the fascinating world of Generative AI. Discover the technology behind Generative AI systems, their applications across industries, and ground-breaking research pushing the boundaries of human-machine collaboration.
More information and bookings
Tuesday 15 August
Indigenous Science, Song-lines and Stars
An special evening in the University of Wollongong Science Space includes a section of The Earth Above planetarium show video developed by the ARC Centre of Excellence of Australian Biodiversity and Heritage (CABAH) that combines Indigenous knowledges and sciences to help future-proof Australia’s biodiversity and ancient heritage; a night sky planetarium show with Indigenous astronomy presentation; and a presentation by Dr Robert Fuller from the Australian Indigenous Astronomy group on Aboriginal astronomy and song-line connections.
More information and bookings
Wednesday 16 August
Science Showcase UOW broadcast
ABC Illawarra will broadcast the Mornings show with Nick Rheinberger and then Drive with Lindsay McDougall all day on campus. With team challenges, quizzes and trivia, and interviews with UOW scientists across different career levels, spanning topics across coastal environments, radiation physics, sex hormones in mental health, cancer research, breast injuries in sport, geoarchaeology and more.
More information and bookings
New England/North West
The University of New England (UNE) Discovery team will host two events in Armidale over the two weekends of Science Week at the Armidale Farmers Markets and the Armidale Central Shopping Centre. There will be scientists and science educators, lots of activities and three sessions of a brand-new Magic of Physics show that create moments of wonder with awe inspiring displays that defy intuition.
Sunday 13 August
Science @ the markets
More information
Saturday 19 August
Science @ Central
More information
Tuesday 29 August
Paleo Jam recording
Palaeo Jam is a podcast exploring a range of issues in science and the community, using the multidisciplinary aspects of, and public fascination with, palaeontology. They are taking the podcast on the road for National Science Week, and recording an episode in Armidale. Become an audience member for the live record!
More information and bookings
North Coast
Saturday 12 August
Wise Waterbugs
Bellingen Riverwatch is a long-standing citizen science program that involves the local community in monitoring and protecting local rivers. For National Science Week they are hosting Wise Waterbugs, a captivating two-part adventure that invites people of all ages to embark on an exploration of the realm of macroinvertebrates. It includes a special workshop designed for preschoolers and their grandparents, and a Macro Open day at Bellingen Markets.
More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August
Count Glossy Black-Cockatoo
Join like-minded bird-lovers in Pottsville to learn how to locate and identify Glossy Black-Cockatoos and their feed trees in the wild. Marama Hopkins from Tweed Shire Council and Harry Hackett from Wildbnb Wildlife Habitat will present information about Glossy Black-Cockatoo identification and ecology. More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August
Dark Science: New Moon
The Lismore Quad hosts a full day exploration of local science practices through workshops, performance, art, and activities, including community stargazing during the new moon cycle in the evening.
More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August
Sounds of the Bush
In Kyogle a Science in the Pub event launches a citizen scientist project to become involved in a Richmond catchment wide koala monitoring program. Hosted by the Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare, it includes presentations from David Newell, an ecologist from Southern Cross University with a long history in using acoustic monitoring devices, Jane Baldwin from the Border Ranges Alliance, Pete Knock, the Large Forest Owls Coordinator with the Nature Conservation Council of NSW and Mark Ambrose, an ecologist from Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare.
More information and bookings
Riverina Murray
Saturday 12 August
Family Science Day
Albury LibraryMusuem is celebrating all things science with a spectacular day of free programs for the whole family. Join them for family-friendly tours of current exhibitions, including Out of This World: Australia in the Space Age, and the Crossing Place Wiradjuri display. Book in for a special tour of the Albury Waste Management Centre. Enjoy some brilliant science play and stick around for the Jollybops Mix it up Science Show. Finally, once the sun sets, rug up and bring the whole family along for a stellar evening of stargazing with the Astronomical Society of Albury Wodonga in QEII Square.
More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August
Fantastic Fossils
At Lavington Library earn what fossils are and why they are so important while getting your hands dirty as you create your very own fossils using air dry clay.
More information and bookings
Saturday 12 August
Swan Song
Wagga Wagga Art Gallery present a discussion exploring changes in the biodiversity and birdlife of the area with panelists in the fields of science, ecology, creative practice, and history. Speakers include Wagga Wagga Art Gallery’s Environmental Thinker in Residence, Dr Chris Orchard, joined by Dr David Hunter, Threatened Species Officer, Michelle Maddison, curator of the Museum of the Riverina, and local artist Christina Reed.
More information and bookings
Saturday 19 August
Swan Song Printmaking Workshop
Lead by artist and Environmental Education Officer Christina Reid, participants will create relief printed bookmarks depicting the feathers of black swans and other bird species now lost from the region. The printed bookmarks will serve as mementos, reflecting on the significant loss of Black Swans to the Wagga Wagga Beach area of the Murrumbidgee.
More information and bookings
Sunday 13 August
Cultural Knowledge River Walk
Join Wiradjuri Elder Uncle James Ingram for a cultural knowledge River Walk along the Murrumbidgee river for the Swan Song program.
More information and bookings
Saturday 19 August
MicroVision at Wagga Wagga City Library
Join Lecturer in Environment and Agriculture at tCharles Sturt University Celia Connor, and students from the School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences to discover everyday things that you won’t see every day – without a microscope.
Location: Wagga Wagga City Library, 243 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga N
More information and bookings
South East & Tablelands
Sunday 13 August
iNaturalist: a beginner’s guide
For Bega locals, Atlas of Life members will be hands on to the help people use iNaturalist, the leading citizen science observation and data collection app, and guide people in its use. After the tuition, people will be able to practice their new learnt skills in the beautiful Bega River reserve.
More information and bookings
Sunday 13 August
Photography for Fungi Fans
Fascinated by funghi? Bring more artistry to your fungi photography in this special workshop near Merimbula with photographer Andrew Larkin. Enhance your photographic skills which can be applied for all nature photography.
More information and bookings
Tuesday 15 August
Yass Science Week Extravaganza
Yass Valley Council has invited Dr Graham from Science showoffs to present two workshops for the school students of Yass Valley in the Yass Memorial Hall. Dr Graham’s Science FUNomena (all ages) and Dr Graham’s Little Scientists’ Show (early learners and families) The shows are about the scientific process, being curious and creative, and using science to make the world a better place.
More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August
Merimbula Wharf Marine Habitat Restoration Project
Marine science meets citizen science, meets fishing, meets marine cuisine at the Merimbula Wharf. Learn about how Citizen Science and community involvement helped with the restoration of underwater forests and macroalgae rehabilitation of Merimbula Wharf on the far South Coast.
More information and bookings
Friday 18 August
Sapphire Coast – Meet the Locals
At the Tiny Zoo at the Tathra BeachEco Campmeet qualified and experienced zookeepers and ecologists who will share their knowledge about some of the amazing animals found locally on the South Coast. Ever wondered what a long-nosed potoroo looked like? Wonder no more, as Winnie, a very special member of their endangered species breeding program will also make an appearance.More information and bookings
Saturday 19 August
UOW Science Space: mini museum and show
University of Wollongong Science Space is going to the Eurobodalla for an event in Moruya. There will be science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) activities for all. Spend some time in the STEM activity zone for hands-on science fun and learning for the whole family.
More information and bookings
Thursday 17 August
Dr Graham’s Science Week Spectacular
Are you doing some DIY science for National Science Week? Goulburn Library is offering some inspirational experiments you can try at home – along with a few you definitely should not!From marshmallow bazookas to leaf-blower levitated basketball and even making the grown-ups hold explosive liquid nitrogen, we’ll blast, boom and bubble through some classic science phenomena along with brand-new experiments.
More information and bookings
ACT
Our Inspiring ACT colleagues have a great program of events and activities for those close to Canberra. They include Science in the Centres programs at local shopping malls, no-knit neuron workshops at the National Portrait Gallery, many talks by local scientists, and a screening of Bladerunner with a discussion on the science in the film. Browse the full program
Feature image: Andrew Larkin photograph for Photography for Fungi Fans workshop, 13 August 2023.
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