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Kingston Wetlands Treasure Hunt

South

13 January 2016 - 2 February 2016

In celebration of World Wetlands Day, grab yourself a Treasure Map and head on down to the Kingston Wetlands where adventure awaits. Activity suitable for kids and families. More information and access to download your…

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Introduction to Geocaching

South

12 January 2016 - 20 January 2016

Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunt where you can use GPS devices and clues to locate caches carefully hidden by others. You will find out how geocaching works then search around Waterworks for hidden caches.…

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School Holidays at TMAG

South

12 January 2016 - 24 January 2016

There’s some super science fun stirred in to the TMAG’s Summer School Holiday Sessions this year. Optics! Explore the reflective beauty of kaleidoscopes and have fun making your own to take home at the Crafty Kaleidoscopes…

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FIRST Robotics Competition 2016

South

11 January 2016

UTAS Robotics team is looking for new members to enter FIRST Robotics National Competition 2016. FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) is a robotics competition held internationally that promotes and inspires a passion in young people for Science, Technology, Engineering…

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Amazing Tasmanian Science Stories – an art and story exhibition about the wonders of Tasmania's science and nature

North

6 January 2016 - 8 January 2016

10 local Tasmanian artists (some of whom are also scientists) have realised that Tasmania has more than its fair share of ground-breaking, bizarre or simply cool and crazy science stories that are unknown to most…

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Black Hole simulation #4

South

6 January 2016 - 21 January 2016

10,000 miles from earth wormholes have been discovered thought to link earth and the sun. In 2010 Artist Run Scientific Enterprises began studying and simulating wormholes for the purpose of both sundiving and the potential…

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Robotics Competition Info Session

South

18 December 2015

FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) is a robotics competition held internationally that promotes and inspires a passion in young people for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. FRC allows students to learn how to reach and develop…

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Pattern Play

South

18 December 2015 - 15 May 2016

An interactive family exhibition celebrating the wonderful world of patterns, Pattern Play incorporates two exhibitions: Jemima Wyman: Pattern Bandits, a Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) Touring Exhibition, and Patterns in Nature, an…

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Skulls of the Mammals in Tasmania: book launch

North

12 December 2015

The QVMAG Director, Richard Mulvaney, invites you to the launch of the QVMAG’s new book An Illustrated Guide to the Skulls of Mammals in Tasmania by RH Green, with illustrations by JL Rainbird. This book…

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TASMANIAN ALBATROSS FUNDRAISING CRUISE

South

12 December 2015

The Bookend Trust and the Pennicott Foundation are very excited to be hosting this special event to raise money for the newly created Tasmanian Albatross Fund. Join us for a day of adventure and science on the seas…

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Science in the Pub: Dementia and other brain diseases: new brains for old problems

South

4 December 2015

  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…

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Engaging with Science

South

26 November 2015

Engaging with Science is a professional development and networking opportunity for the Tasmanian Science Engagement Sector. Program 2.30 pm: Afternoon tea on arrival 2.45 pm: Case studies showcasing local science engagement success stories 3.45 pm: Facilitated group…

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