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

Community Gardening Sessions

North

5 September 2024 - 26 December 2024

Since the Community Food Garden at Inveresk was established in 2022, it’s not only been growing food, but a community of people who are gathering, sharing skills and connecting in this new place. The University…

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Engineering is Elementary Workshop

Statewide

29 October 2024 - 9 November 2024

Engineering is Elementary STEM Professional Development Program 🔧 Engineering is Elementary is hitting the road again for Term 4! 🚌 This term, we’re excited to bring our acclaimed STEM professional learning workshops to teachers in NSW and…

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Life Between the Shallow and the Deep Blue Sea

South

31 October 2024

When we think of coral reefs we probably think of the sun-kissed (sun-bleached…) Great barrier Reef. But did you know that there are coral reefs much deeper than that, in “mesophotic” zone where light barely…

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Hobart Silent Book Club: November

South

1 November 2024

The Hobart Silent Book Club meets on the first Friday of each month (February-November) in the Afterword Cafe. This is the LAST Silent Book Club for 2024!  The first Silent Book Club started in a local bar in…

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Science news

University of Tasmania Joins Forces with The Quoin in Significant Conservation Partnership

21 October 2024

In a significant move to protect Tasmania’s unique environment, the University of Tasmania has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Quoin, a prominent conservation property in the Tasmanian Midlands. The MOU outlines a series…
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Developing Drought Resilient Pastures

21 October 2024

The impacts of climate change and sustained periods of dry conditions in Australia is putting stress on the pasture feedbase for livestock production on farms throughout the country. The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is one of…
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Designs for Bellerive Ferry Terminal Released with DA to be Submitted this Month

14 October 2024

Concept designs for a proposed $5 million ferry terminal upgrade at Bellerive have been released. The terminal will include indoor waiting areas, improved seating for a larger number of passengers, bicycle storage options and be…
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John Hart Conservatory Set For Facelift

14 October 2024

The City of Launceston will advertise a construction tender process for a major restoration of City Park’s John Hart Conservatory building. First opened in 1933 the John Hart Conservatory replaced a much older conservatory originally…
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