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Celebrating World Health Day

South

11 April 2024

Science in the Pub is celebrating World Health Day at our next event. We will be presenting new research that is shedding light on important topics in health and medicine which can affect each and…

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Melodies as Medicine: The Power of Music

South

10 April 2024

Discover the transformative power of music and singing from our experts. Learn about the neuroscience behind music-making and its effects on health and the brain. Discover how music can build resilience in young people or…

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Built to Last: Resilience and Adaptations of the Ocean’s Big Fish

South

28 March 2024

Tunas and billfishes have been ocean predators for more than 60 million years, since around the mass-extinction of dinosaurs. These incredible survivors have thrived in part due to a range of novel solutions to the…

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Open Day at Liapootah Power Station

South

23 March 2024

Hydro Tas is opening up Liapootah Power Station on Saturday March 23! Join the Hydro team and get a behind the scenes look at how they generate hydroelectricity, and learn about Tasmania’s amazing Derwent hydropower…

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Echo Festival

South

22 March 2024 - 24 March 2024

The East Coast Harvest Odyssey, known as ECHO Festival, has become known for weaving together immersive sensory experiences around the traditions of harvest, old and new. This boutique festival guides guests on a journey of…

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Antibiotic Armageddon: Do We Have Hope?

South

21 March 2024

In the microscopic world, a silent but significant war is raging against superbugs, or Antimicrobial-Resistant (AMR) bacteria. These tiny troublemakers adapt to resist drugs designed to kill them, making infections harder to treat. The victories…

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What’s the go with Urchins?

South

20 March 2024

Join us for an enlightening discussion on the pressing issue of Long-spined sea urchins and their impact on Tasmania’s east coast reefs. This invasive species has become a significant concern for marine ecologists, conservationists, and…

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March for Forests – Hobart

South

17 March 2024

Across Australia, native forest logging is ripping ancient trees from the earth and razing critical wildlife habitat to the ground – killing endangered species like the Koala, Greater Glider, Tasmanian Devil and Swift Parrots. Adding…

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Bruny Island Bird Festival

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15 March 2024 - 17 March 2024

If you love birds, you’ll love Bruny Island Bird Festival! Join us from March 15–17 for three action-packed days learning about the unique birdlife of Tasmania’s Bruny Island. Presented by the Bruny Island Environment Network,…

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Managing Workplace Mojo

South

13 March 2024

Ever felt like a fraud in the workplace, despite your accomplishments? Or thought that burnout and stress could be impacting you or your team’s performance? You are not alone. Navigating emotional rollercoasters and challenging culture…

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Picture a Scientist: An International Women’s Day Event

South

8 March 2024

To celebrate International Women’s Day, we welcome everyone to attend the screening of the famous documentary “Picture a Scientist”. This movie, by Sharon Shattuck and Ian Cheney, is a feature-length documentary film chronicling the groundswell…

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STEM Facilitator Training by Children’s University

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7 March 2024 - 10 April 2024

Children’s Discovery is providing free online introductions to our STEM in the library programs. Learn how our suite of programs have been developed especially for librarians as facilitator. Build skills and become a confident STEM…

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