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Tamar Discovery at Seahorse World

North

16 June 2018

You are invited to dive into the mysteries and wonder of the Tamar River estuary’s incredible environment during this all-ages, interactive discovery event! The day will include displays and presentations for the whole family, kids…

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The real founder of the Royal Society of Tasmania: Lady Jane Franklin

North

27 May 2018

Various people have desired to gain kudos from establishing themselves as the founder of the Royal Society of Tasmania, notably Governor Eardley Wilmot. Alison will argue that Jane Franklin was the real founder, though as…

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Family Code Club [multiple events]

North

16 May 2018 - 13 June 2018

018 LAUNCESTON Dates: 16MAY | 23MAY | 30MAY | 06JUN | 13JUN Enterprize Launceston is hosting FREE Code Club Sessions for children and a parent (or support person). Learn about writing computer code, and associated…

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What the Devil? Cider + Science

North

8 May 2018

Dr Scott Carver will talk about his research on new treatments for managing wombat mange, a disease spread by mites. Associate Professor Menna Jones will join him to discuss Tasmanian Devil facial tumour disease. Come…

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WhySci @ AgFest

North

3 May 2018 - 5 May 2018

AgFest is one of Tassie’s biggest events! WhySci loves getting out into the community and spreading the science love, so please come say hi and maybe even experience a little science magic. Join science sensations…

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Health, Height and History in Victoria and Tasmania 1850 – 1920

North

22 April 2018

We can tell a lot from the way that people grow. The extent to which we are able to attain our genetically programmed height depends upon the conditions we encounter in utero, early childhood and…

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Functional mathematics in an electronic age: what do we teach?

North

17 April 2018

At some stage in curriculum planning for learners who struggle with mathematics, the conversation usually turns to a discussion of ‘functional mathematics’ with the view to what the student will need in the future. This…

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March for Science Launceston

North

14 April 2018

The March for Science celebrates the public discovery, distribution, and understanding of scientific knowledge as crucial to the freedom, success, health, and safety of life on this planet. Science is in our every day lives.…

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Sarah Lloyd's Slime Moulds: Nature's Jewels

North

6 April 2018 - 30 April 2018

Learn about the intricate structure of slime moulds through the eyes of Sarah Lloyd. and her extraordinary photographs. It’s a magical, micro-fantasy world full of colour. View the flyer [PDF] Open Monday to Friday 10…

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National Science Week Information Session : LAUNCESTON

North

5 April 2018

National Science Week, held in August each year, is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and the role that it plays in our society, our economy and in…

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Highlights of Tasmania in Antarctic history

North

25 March 2018

The Royal Society of Tasmania presents the latest installment of its 2018 Lecture Series. Tasmania has a long and distinguished history in Antarctic exploration – Ross, Dumont d’Urville, Borchgrevinck, Mawson as examples. But there is…

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Metal Minds Robotics Workshop

North

3 February 2018

Robotic Workshops are a unique and innovative way to engage children in STEM. Run by Metal Minds Robotics with experienced mentors the one day workshop is run professionally with fun and education at the very…

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