Past Events

Spring is finally here! What better way is there to celebrate the change of season, than by getting into a Bush Adventure? This Spring Bush Adventures will be joining The Bookend Trust, TMAG, Hobart City Council…

The strength and diversity of the University’s research will be showcased during this year’s Research Week (27 August – 2 September). The week will highlight the University’s research excellence across campuses in Hobart, Launceston, Burnie…

The annual Science Investigation Awards challenge Year 5 – 12 students to investigate a scientific hypothesis of their choice from one of the following themes: Agricultural Science, Engineering, Environmental & Marine, Physical Sciences and Health…

Martin George is passionate about astronomy, which has dominated his life since he was six years old. Martin is well known as the manager of QVMAG’s Launceston Planetarium, working closely with Chris Arkless. He is…

You are invited to dive into the mysteries and wonder of the Tamar River estuary’s incredible marine environment during this all-ages, interactive discovery event. Activities include: Displays and presentations for the whole family Touch tank…

Reflections on a Career in Astrophysics From growing up on Tasmania’s north west coast to living in Antarctica, Dr. Jules Harnett has had an incredible journey throughout her professional career as an astrophysicist. She has…

After last year’s successful Roadshow series TIA is again heading to regional Tasmania to showcase current and future research, development and extension work that is helping to grow the state’s agricultural industries. The Scottsdale event…

Science in the Pub brings together a panel of experts (with a knack for communicating their knowledge in a fun and engaging way) with us- folks interested in learning and thinking critically about hot topics…

In 1832, British Quakers James Backhouse and George Washington Walker pursued the face of supposed antipodean ‘slavery’ in the Bass Strait, as part of their nine-year multireform journey sponsored by the Religious Society of Friends.…

The Forest Practices Authority invites you to the launch of two brand new publications. Tree Hollows in Tasmania introduces you to the formation and utility of hollows, explains how to find them, what types of…

Chair: Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Kate Warner, AM, Governor of Tasmania The psychology of climate science denial with Dr John Cook, UQ Around 7% of Australians believe climate change isn’t happening. What drives this rejection of climate science?…