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

Fascinating Science Exhibition

Statewide

1 December 2024 - 25 March 2025

Questacon’s travelling exhibition Fascinating Science explores everyday scientific principles and problem solving puzzles. Discover interactive experiences to learn about logic, balance, fluids, illusions and mathematical puzzles. Be challenged to unlink loops, play music on milk…

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ZAP! Electric Science

North

11 December 2024 - 10 March 2025

Explore an extravaganza of electricity, energy and electrons in Questacon presents: ZAP! Electric Science. Enjoy hands-on activities and power your way through a series of challenges and puzzles to see how electricity is made and…

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Beaker Street Summer Field Trips

South

8 January 2025 - 23 February 2025

Beaker Street are bringing their most popular experiences from the festival to summer! Escape the daily grind, leave the city behind, and discover the wilds of Tasmania alongside scientists and local legends. Platypus Walks Join…

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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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Science news

Inspiring Australia Tasmania Grant Round Opens

19 February 2025

Do you have a science engagement activity or program that you would love to run for the Tasmanian community? If so, get your application in now for funding! This year, Inspiring Australia Tasmania is offering…
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2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems

12 February 2025

The Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems will be awarded for the first time in 2025. Nominations have now opened and will remain open until 18 March 2025.   This…
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2025 Young Tall Poppy Awards

12 February 2025

The Tall Poppy Campaign will soon be taking nominations for the 2025 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards! If you know an early career researcher who is making significant contributions to science and inspiring the community…
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Not Just Space Rocks: 6 Things we’ve Learned about Earth from Meteorites and Comets

12 February 2025

Apart from the Sun, its planets and their moons, our Solar System has vast amounts of space rocks – fragments left over from the formation of the inner planets. A large concentration of asteroids forms…
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