Past Events

Meet the Young Tassie Scientists at the Circular Head Science Gig! The Young Tassie Scientists are early-career researchers from the University of Tasmania who are passionate about sharing science through hands-on activities, real specimens, and…

Have you ever wondered why some chocolate bars get white spots or lose their shine? Or why chocolate has that distinctive “snap” when you bite into it? What does reflection, light, and physics have to do with chocolate? Is…

A powerful photographic journey revealing Tasmania’s unique connection to the southern lights. During the 2025 solar maximum, this exhibition showcases award-winning photography that captures aurora australis as it illuminates Tasmania’s dark night skies. The collection…

The Young Tassie Scientists are passionate scientists and early-career researchers from the University of Tasmania who love bringing science to life through hands-on activities and engaging talks in schools and communities. Join us at the HIVE Family…

Experience space through touch, sound, smell, and taste! This imaginative show explores how you’d experience the universe using all of your senses. Learn how it feels to touch the Universe, how does it smell or…

Calling all new parents! Join Penny Jones, Harry Edwards and Isaac Gee for a deep dive into the art and science of relaxation. Our nervous systems are amazing, highly evolved networks that developed to keep…

Summary: Join philosophers from the University of Tasmania as they examine the topic “Join philosophers from the University of Tasmania as they examine the topic ‘freedom’” Philosophy in the Pub is an opportunity for members…

Join us at Hive for high-impact one-hour science sessions led by experts, including topics like marine life, air quality, and space exploration. Special sessions available for upper-primary and high school students. Sessions will include: • Biological…

Drawing with Colour – a two–hour art workshop. This workshop will concentrate on composition and placement using water soluble materials and paintbrushes. Tickets: $10.00 Suitable for ages 14+ All materials provided.

Be inspired with Hive during National Science Week 2025! This August we are presenting an incredible collection of events including The Astronomical Day, Family Science Day, Stargazing, Pub Trivia our Rapid Science program for school students and even a Citizen Science Project we can all…

agriCULTURED is more than a festival, it’s a gathering of minds, hands, and hearts at the intersection of food, culture, and the land that sustains us. Held in Launceston, Tasmania’s UNESCO City of Gastronomy, agriCULTURED…

We’re thrilled to announce the premiere of the Save the Skate film – a breathtaking new short film shining a light on one of Tasmania’s most mysterious creature, the Maugean skate. Directed by Josh “Bones”…