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

22 January 2026 - 28 May 2026

Join Council’s Natural Areas Interpretation Office, 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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The Second Feast on Ferals

South

15 March 2026

Overview Get ready to indulge in a wild culinary adventure with The Second Feast on Ferals – a memorable feast of invasives! Feast on Ferals: Part Two Join Nel at Kickstart Arts for the second…

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Antarctica at Risk? The cost of tourism across the Poles

South

1 April 2026

Summary: Tourism in Antarctica and the Arctic is growing rapidly, but at what cost? Antarctica and the Arctic are changing. Rising temperatures are reshaping polar landscapes, ecosystems and global climate systems, while retreating ice is…

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Antarctica at risk? The cost of tourism across the Poles

South

1 April 2026

Tourism in Antarctica and the Arctic is growing rapidly, but at what cost? Antarctica and the Arctic are changing. Rising temperatures are reshaping polar landscapes, ecosystems and global climate systems, while retreating ice is making…

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Science news

Tassie national National Science Week Grant winners announced!

5 March 2026

In August this year, get involved in a the festival of science. Three prestigious Australian National Science Week Grants have been awarded in Tasmania. In Ulverstone, the Hive will deliver a week long program ‘Seeds…
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Tasmanian Nature Conservation Fund 2026 Grants – Round 1 Opening Soon

17 February 2026

We are pleased to announce that Wildcare’s Tasmanian Nature Conservation Fund (TNCF) will soon be open to submissions for Round 1 of 2026. Applications may be submitted between Monday 2nd March to Thursday 2nd April…
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ASTA School Grants

17 February 2026

The Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA), with funding assistance from the Australian Government, provides grants for school-initiated National Science Week activities. These grants are available to all Australian schools (Preschool to Year 12) who complete…
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From Tasmania to the World: Three PhD Students on a Mission to Inspire the Next Generation

17 February 2026

Roberta Mensima Amoah is about to change 150 girls’ lives. Soon, they’ll meet her at their school in rural Ghana. They’ll do hands-on experiments, ask questions, and see that science isn’t something distant or foreign.…
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