Events

Check out our calendar of events and participate in our seminars, public lectures, information sessions and more.

Mon, Aug 15 2022, 6 - 7pm

Hidden Mathematics at Work: A Public Lecture

Explore the ways in which mathematics is at work in our everyday lives this National Science Week!

White telescope in front of a dark blue sky with stars

Tue, Aug 16 2022, 7 - 8:30pm

Experiencing the universe through an Indigenous View

Experience the skies in a new way - through the lens of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Science composed to music.

Abstract photo of white wires on a blue background depicting electrical charges.

Wed, Aug 17 2022, 6 - 8pm

Electricky! Using electricity for more than just turning on a switch

We use electricity all day long, but did you know it can be used for more than just powering our appliances?

Thu, Aug 18 2022, 4 - 6:30pm

Shock-proof staples: building system resilience for cereal crops

Join us for a seminar looking at issues of food security through the lens of the Russian-Ukraine war's impact on global wheat supply.

A movie still showing red and green colourful aliens with giant brains.

Thu, Aug 18 2022, 6 - 8:30pm

MARS ATTACKS! Science. Art. Film.

Have you always wondered what an alien scientist looks like and what their science might be? An astronomer and a pop culture scholar interested in the cultural meanings of science will introduce you to the spaced-out science from outer space in Tim Burton's Mars Attacks!