Past Events

Imagine a place where ideas aren’t just celebrated, they’re amplified. Welcome to TEDxHobart, a dynamic platform that shines a spotlight on Tasmania’s incredible innovation, inspiration, and big ideas. TEDxHobart isn’t just another event – it’s…

Decades ago, there were estimated to be as few as 1000–1500 Tasmanian wedge-tailed eagles remaining. There’s since been a lot of efforts to reduce human impacts on these birds, but we don’t know if these…

Join us at the University of Tasmania Pavilion at Agfest to experience 30+ exciting hands-on activities. Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the University Pavilion, where our action-packed program features over 30 hands-on activities…

At the Society’s Monthly meeting, Duane Hamacher will discuss the complexity and longevity of Palawa star knowledge. Aboriginal Tasmanians have been observing the stars and incorporating this knowledge into oral graditions for well over 12,000…

The Royal Society of Tasmania Northern Branch presents The Elvin Fist Public Lecture by Professor Dom Geraghty: The University of Tasmania Northern Transformation Project …. 8 Years On. Professor Dom Geraghty will describe the Northern…

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…

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…

Philosophy in the Pub is an opportunity for members of the community to meet and discuss, in some depth, a philosophical topic of their own choosing. The event is hosted by philosophers as part of…

Ecofest 2024 will return to Camp Clayton, Ulverstone on Saturday April 6th to celebrate all things sustainability at North-West Tasmania’s biggest sustainability festival. Festival goers can feast on delicious food, browse the many exhibits and…

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…

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…