New South Wales
Events in NSW in 2011
Welcome!
Science Week will be bigger than ever in NSW this year and is fast approaching. To find an event near you, please go to the map or to the new NSW events website www.scienceignite.com.au.
NSW Science Week Launch Party
To kick off Science Week for 2011, there will be a fantastic launch party at Martin Place, Sydney.
Science Week in NSW will be officially launched by Professor Mary O'Kane, the NSW Chief Scientist and Scientific Engineer.
Following Professor O’Kane’s welcome there will be a showcase of great performances by musicians, comedians and scientists, including Dr Karl, Hanson Robotics, Winny the Dinosaur, Questacon, The Slow Downs and Simon Pampena.
Where: Martin Place stage, Sydney
When: Midday, Friday 12th August
Register your attendance on the Science Ignite Facebook page
Join in the fun and get excited about science. Lots of freebies for those who come along including magazines, umbrellas and more.
Highlight Events
The Ultimo Science Festival is one of the key events in NSW, with lots of activities and fun for everyone in inner Sydney. Check out the website to see the jam packed program.
Science in the City is happening again this year at the Australian Museum for primary and secondary schools. Go to www.scienceinthecity.net to see their exciting program and book in your school. For general enquiries about Science In the City please contact Science Communications at the Australian Museum at scicom@austmus.gov.au, or by phone on 02 9320 6389.
Students will have the chance to hear from Australia's own groundbreaking plastic surgeon, Professor Fiona Wood as part of the National Science Week National Tour. Professor Wood has gained international recognition for her patented invention of spray on skin cells for burns victims. She will be presenting a free Q&A session at the Australian Museum on Wednesday 17 August, 3-4pm. Please contact the Museum for more information and to book.
NSW Science Week Enquiries
For general enquiries about National Science Week in NSW please contact the NSW Coordinating Committee Chair Jas Chambers.
Email: jas.chambers@sydney.edu.au
Phone: 02 9351 5397