Events

Toss it away? No way! Do you have a broken, torn or busted household item? Bring it along to the Launceston Repair Cafe and learn how to fix it with the help of some expert…

Summary: An Antarctic voyage, a melting glacier, and a warming ocean. Discover what four science agencies found at the Denman Glacier, and why it matters for all of us. Earlier this year, Australia’s icebreaker RSV Nuyina completed its…

We’re thrilled to announce the premiere of the Save the Skate film – a breathtaking new short film shining a light on one of Tasmania’s most mysterious creature, the Maugean skate. Directed by Josh “Bones”…

We’re thrilled to announce the premiere of the Save the Skate film – a breathtaking new short film shining a light on one of Tasmania’s most mysterious creature, the Maugean skate. Directed by Josh “Bones”…

Be inspired with Hive during National Science Week 2025! This August Hive are presenting an incredible collection of events including An Astronomical Day, Family Science Day, Stargazing, Pub Trivia and the Rapid Science program for…

Calling all new parents! Join Penny Jones, Harry Edwards and Isaac Gee for a deep dive into the art and science of relaxation. Our nervous systems are amazing, highly evolved networks that developed to keep…

From supermassive black holes in Interstellar to a robot cleaning up a junk-filled, deserted Earth in Wall-E – science in films allows us to look into the future and inspires us to push the boundaries…

A powerful photographic journey revealing Tasmania’s unique connection to the southern lights. During the 2025 solar maximum, this exhibition showcases award-winning photography that captures aurora australis as it illuminates Tasmania’s dark night skies. The collection…

The Young Tassie Scientists are passionate scientists and early-career researchers from the University of Tasmania who love bringing science to life through hands-on activities and engaging talks in schools and communities. Join us at the HIVE Family…

Have you ever wondered why some chocolate bars get white spots or lose their shine? Or why chocolate has that distinctive “snap” when you bite into it? What does reflection, light, and physics have to do with chocolate? Is…

Come and explore the activities provided by local educators, businesses and representatives from industry. Games, challenges, robotics, you name it, we’ll have it! Local school competition entries will also be on display for families to…