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Where? Where? Wedgie!

Statewide

12 May 2023 - 28 May 2023

Decades ago, there were estimated to be as few as 1000–1500 Tasmanian wedge-tailed eagles remaining. There’s since been a lot of efforts to reduce human impacts on these birds, but we don’t know if these…

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Agfest

North

4 May 2023 - 6 May 2023

Agfest is a multi-award-winning agricultural field days organised by volunteer members of Rural Youth Tasmania. Visit the University of Tasmania Pavilion at Agfest to discover an action-packed program of hands-on activities and demonstrations. With something for…

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Astronomer Q&A: are we alone in the universe?

North

4 May 2023

Are we alone in the universe? Join QVMAG on 4 May for an evening talk in the Launceston Planetarium as we discuss the possibility of life on other planets in the universe. Hear from QVMAG…

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Immunology getting under your skin

South

27 April 2023

Come for a drink and free nibbles. Stay to engage with some of Tassie’s top immunologists to learn about how the immune system patrols Presenters: Dr Cristina Moldovan – Consultant Medical Oncologist, Royal Hobart Hospital…

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Re-thinking Sustainability and the Green Transition

Online

27 April 2023

Did you know 10,000s of new mines are needed for the Green Transition? Associate Professor Simon Michaux is renowned for his plain-speaking on the Green Transition, describing minerals as the ‘new oil’ and identifying Green…

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Bacchus vs Gaia – how will the wine industry respond to climate change?

South

27 April 2023

Changing climate will impact every sector of Australian agriculture, including our vineyards and world-class wine industry. Will we need to cut down consumption, adjust our preferences, or can we carry on drinking regardless? Dr Tom…

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Liver Disease: The good, the bad, the ugly

North

23 April 2023

Recent advances in the treatment of liver disease have seen previously incurable conditions effectively treated. However, the number of cases of fatty liver disease, hepatitis and liver cancer are increasing and predicted to do so…

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kunanyi/Mt Wellington Guided Walk

South

22 April 2023

Explore the natural beauty of kunanyi/Mt Wellington on this guided walk designed for nature-loving adults. Following the Organ Pipes, Hunters, and Lenah Valley Tracks, this 10.5 km walk is a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself…

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NRM South Water & Marine Symposium

South

20 April 2023

NRM south’s Water and Marine Program seeks to maintain and enhance waterway health across wetland, freshwater, estuarine, coastal, and marine ecosystems. The projects currently delivered under the Water and Marine Program focus on habitat restoration;…

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Nature Scavenger Hunt

South

19 April 2023

Nature is full of treasures and comes in all colours, shapes, textures, and scents. Join for a nature-based scavenger hunt at the delightful Waterworks Reserve. This unique reserve, tucked away only minutes from the CBD,…

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‘Where Our Wild Things Are’ Nocturnal Tour

South

19 April 2023 - 21 April 2023

Join experienced guides on a nocturnal journey into the nightlife of Hobart’s very special bushland reserves. See, hear and track wildlife hunting and foraging after sunset. Learn about their weird and wild behaviours and get…

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The Great Dead Body Teachers

South

19 April 2023

Dissection might not be a normal topic to contemplate but when both your paternal grandparents donate their bodies to science it does intermittently cross your mind. This is the story of how Jackie Dent’s grandparents…

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