Past Events

Just as weeds appear in the garden with warmer weather. What grows in our oceans shifts as the water temperature rises. The Southern Ocean, the water between Australia and Antarctica, is full of krill. Krill…

Join Hive’s Principal Astronomer Dr. Martin George to look at the spectacular night sky and learn about the stars and planets! You are encouraged to bring along your telescope if you have one, however telescopes…

Join us at Inala for a one-day workshop on the science of selecting, planting and establishing trees. This workshop will cover tree biology 101 and an introduction to the principles of soil science. It will…

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…

Slime moulds… What are they? What ecological roles do they play? Why do they look so beautiful? Slime moulds impress people when they see the beauty and intricacy of their miniscule fruiting bodies. Learn about…

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 us safe. And they…

This event launches the Frontiers for Young Minds Antarctica and the Southern Ocean eBook, which aims to inform young readers about fundamental knowledge and digested cutting-edge science that will help increase their understanding of Antarctica…

From live virtual zoo tours or getting up close and personal with residents of the Tasmanian Reptile Park, to the beloved Make It Place craft station, Planetarium screenings, hands-on and interactive science activities and more–this…

The Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania graduates who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities. This is usually done in Tasmanian schools during National Science Week. But for one special…

Family Science Day at Hive returns with a showcase of amazing species survival themed science activities for National Science Week. The program includes mini-workshops, extra planetarium shows and an expo of Tasmanian Science. Hive’s Science…

The Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania graduates.  During National Science Week they share their work at schools through engaging talks and cool activities At HIVE family day you can meet: Alex Paton (She/Her)…

Join Hive’s Principal Astronomer, Dr. Martin George, to look at the spectacular night sky and learn about the stars and planets! You are encouraged to bring along your telescope if you have one, however telescopes…