Past Events

Tasmania’s Taste of Summer is a celebration of lutruwita/Tasmania’s culinary heritage and natural bounty.  Held on the waterfront of nipaluna/Hobart, for almost forty years Taste has brought together the finest artisans and makers from right…

We are happy to announce the program for this year’s Forthside Research Facility Field Day focused on the theme ‘agriculture in a changing climate’. The day includes presentations and discussions led by researchers and concludes with…

Summary: What makes us vulnerable to misleading information, even when we suspect it’s false? How deeply can misinformation affect our actions? The 2024 Scholars in Psychology Lecture In a world of information abundance, separating fact…

For the last Beer Aquatic of 2024, we’re hearing Dr. Frederique Olivier’s ( @pagodroma ) incredible story from scientist to wildlife cinematographer. With 20+ seasons in Antarctica and Subantarctic under her belt, Fred has captured…

About This Event: Scientists and researchers throughout Australia have partnered with comedians for this hilarious and insightful event about Antarctica. This show features 8 Australian-based scientists and researchers who are infusing humour and laughs into…

The Science Comedy Gameshow: True or False features comedians battling against each other as they guess whether scientists are lying. This show features four teams battling it throughout the night! Each team of three people…

Summary: Munanjahli and South Sea Islander woman, author, and public intellectual, Professor Chelsea Watego, presents the 2024 Japanangka errol West Lecture Japanangka errol West Lecture This event will highlight how recognising the expertise of Indigenous…

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…

Summary: Join Nicole Gurran at the 2024 Abercrombie Lecture as she explores how we can rethink planning to tackle crises and build resilient, sustainable communities. 2024 Sir Patrick Abercrombie Lecture We are living in a…

The 2024 Australian Electric Vehicle Association’s National Conference and Energy Efficiency Electric Expo introduces a groundbreaking expo showcasing cutting-edge technology, environmental and energy efficiency and the limitless possibilities of electric vehicles. With a primary focus…

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…

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…