Connecting science and community

Inspiring Tasmania is committed to connecting science and community. We believe that science is a powerful tool for making the world a better place.

We aim to inspire Tasmanians of all ages and backgrounds in science by making science accessible and engaging for everyone. We celebrate science in Tasmania through innovative programs that encourage participation in and ignite enthusiasm for science.

Upcoming events

A Dose of Nature – Weekly Walks in Kingborough Reserves

South

9 January 2025 - 29 May 2025

Join Council’s Natural Areas Interpretation Officer, BJ and health professionals for a gentle stroll in nature. Walks will focus on the natural world around us and the health benefits of spending time in nature. Every…

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Eaglehawk Neck – Nowhere Else on Earth Film Night

South

16 May 2025

Dive deep into the blue with us at our premiere screening of Nowhere Else on Earth, a captivating short film that showcases the extraordinary marine life of Tasmania. Through stunning underwater footage and the voices…

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Repair Cafe

North

17 May 2025

The Launceston Repair Cafe is a monthly free, open community event aiming to divert items from landfill, pass on valuable repairing knowledge and connect community. Do you have a broken, torn or busted household item?…

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Tamar Valley Film Festival

North

17 May 2025

The Tamar Valley Film Festival is a brand-new independent short film festival dedicated to showcasing the creativity and storytelling talent of Launceston and Northern Tasmania. Click the link below for more information!

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Science news

Antarctica Has a Huge, Completely Hidden Mountain Range. New Data Reveals its Birth Over 500 Million Years Ago

13 May 2025

Have you ever imagined what Antarctica looks like beneath its thick blanket of ice? Hidden below are rugged mountains, valleys, hills and plains. Some peaks, like the towering Transantarctic Mountains, rise above the ice. But others,…
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The Real Cost of Achieving Net-Zero Emissions in Australia’s Livestock Sector

13 May 2025

A conversation between a Tasmanian farmer and a researcher at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) about the real cost of achieving net-zero emissions led to a multi-year study now published in a leading international scientific journal.…
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Underwater ‘Hotels’ in Place to Give Spotted Handfish a Head Start to Life Outside Captivity

12 May 2025

Captive-bred juvenile spotted handfish have been released into the wild for the first time, with “handfish hotels” helping the critically endangered fish adapt to its new home in the River Derwent. The 15 handfish bred…
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Join the Fun with Brain Breaks

6 May 2025

Celebrate National Science Week by hosting a Brain Break morning tea! Whether it’s a quiz, group activities, or quick science demonstrations, it’s a fantastic way to reflect on the science in your world. Key Details: Register your…
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