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Does an Apple a Day Keep the Doctor Away?

South

19 September 2023

Tasmanians are living longer lives than before. In fact, the average life expectancy of a Tasmanian has increased by two years in the last decade. Despite the longevity, many residents of the Apple Isle don’t identify as…

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SciPub Maths

South

14 September 2023

Explore the weird and wonderful ways we use numbers and maths in science!

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SciPub Math

South

14 September 2023

Speakers are from the University of Tasmania and CSIRO, including SciPub’s very own Courtney taking a break from MC duties to tell us about her research! Speakers: Shane Richards – Citizen science data: how can…

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Bush Kids (2-5 yrs old)

South

12 September 2023 - 13 September 2023

The City of Hobart’s Bush Adventures Program fosters curiosity, wonder and delight in our natural world. Bush stories involves an active morning of exploring wild places, discovering amazing plants, fantastic fungi, and finding creatures big…

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National Threatened Species Day: A Tasmanian Land Conservancy conversation

South

7 September 2023

On 7 September 1936, just two months after the species was granted protected status, the last known Tasmanian tiger died from exposure at Hobart’s Beaumaris Zoo. National Threatened Species Day is now commemorated on that day each…

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Water Quality Info & Training Session (NWBR)

South

2 September 2023

Join us at the beautiful North West Bay River to learn how to test water quality and identify waterbugs with experts John Gooderham and Simon Roberts. This event is a training session for those interested…

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“Trash Talk: The Plastic Peril in our Oceans”

South

31 August 2023

The Royal Society of Tasmania, in conjunction with marine science presenters, Beer Aquatic, invite you to a lecture by Marine Biologist, Dr Peter Puskic. The message-in-a-bottle is a longstanding romantic trope. But what message are…

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Science Week – Intro to micro:bit

South

28 August 2023

Intro to micro:bit and the Grove Inventor Kit – 8 plus. Small group. This is an adult and child event, so please attend with your child and learn together. Have fun learning the basics of…

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Unsung Heroes: Southern Ocean vs. climate change

South

22 August 2023

Secrets of the natural world often lurk in places we could never dream of going ourselves. These secrets are crucial in the unfolding battle against climate change. Join our experts to discover how the Southern…

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South

19 August 2023

Showcasing the brightest innovation, research and technology happening in Tasmania. FOBI is sizzling with exciting science to blow your curious and creative mind. As Tasmania’s premier National Science Week event, come along and immerse yourself…

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Science Week – Kinder Robotics – 3 – 5 years @ Huonville Library

South

8 August 2023

Enjoy storytelling with our cute little Bee Bot robots. Suitable for ages 3 – 5 years. Science Week event, Huonville. Ages 3 -5 years. Please note children under the age of 8 years MUST be…

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Science Week – Intro to micro:bit (age 8+) @ Kingston Library

South

7 August 2023

Intro to micro:bit and the Grove Inventor Kit. Part of National Science Week funded by Inspiring Australia. For Home Educator families. Intro to micro:bit and the Grove Inventor Kit – 8 plus. Small group. This…

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