Inspiring South Australia

08/12/2023

Mrs Judith Stutchbury received the Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools.

She was recognised for her marine conservation programs,
focusing on endangered species like loggerhead sea turtles in the Great Barrier Reef.

“People don’t often see what’s happening in the classroom. This is a lovely recognition for all the amazing work that teachers do in the classroom for science.”

“To be nominated for this prize, I was actually quite reluctant, but then I understood the importance of showcasing science.”

Do you know someone making an impact through science? Nominate them for the 2024 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science: industry.gov.au/PMPrizes

20/11/2023

Do you like robots? Do you like supporting young people doing awesome things?

Then you should volunteer at the VEX Robotics Australian National Championships!!

Adelaide is hosting the National Championships on 2nd and 3rd of December and they need a few more volunteer judges. You can do just one day or both.
https://www.vexrobotics.com/competition?___store=vexroboticsau&___from_store=vexrobotics

Check out the information about judging, https://kb.roboticseducation.org/hc/en-us/articles/4906930541719-Judge-Volunteer-Role-Overview

And if you're interested you can register as a volunteer here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNU6arqgLAn-s-56LYoS3YuvUvXJEkfP2XpqxP8QY4jXwcnA/viewform

19/11/2023

After over 8,000 entries, it now time to vote for the name of moon rover.

Coolamon
Kakirra
Mateship
Roo-ver

Which is your favourite name? Voting closes Friday 1st December.

16/11/2023

Grants of up to $20,000 are available for National Science Week 2024. Be part of the annual celebration on science, technology, engineering and maths. Applications close on 11 December.

Please DM if you would like to discuss your application. We are happy to help :)

Do you have a science activity idea that could inspire Australia at National Science Week 2024?

Whether it’s a workshop, fair, online activity, theatre performance or something else, we want to hear from you!

Grants of up to $20,000 are available to deliver programs during Australia’s annual celebration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

Apply by Monday 11 December to be eligible: https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/national-science-week-grants-2024

08/11/2023

Coming soon to Auburn 'Endo Days'.

'Endo Days' is a hilarious comedy cabaret about chronic illness and what it is to be fully sick. Join Libby and the Jarmy Army for some top-notch storytelling, great music and incurable fun .Endometriosis is no laughing matter... but we'll give it a (gentle) nudge.

Bigger, bolder and more bloated than ever, Libby Trainor Parker and her Jarmy Army are heading to Auburn with a fresh diagnosis of chronic fun. Join the singing support group as we poke fun at pain and being fully sick .

WINNER Adelaide Fringe 2021 Weekly Cabaret Award
Endo Days is rated M15+ and is not suitable for children.
booking.com/events/landing/1122014

02/11/2023

People with Parkinson’s, their families and carers as well as health professionals are invited for afternoon tea, research presentations, Q&As and displays.

Join researchers from Adelaide's premier institutions talking about the latest research on Parkinson's, current trials and learn how you can get involved.

Sunday 12 November 1-4:30pm at Village Well in Aldgate.

https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1134228

📸 Milad Fakurian on Unsplash

30/10/2023

Applications for National Science Week grants are now open. 💸💰

Grants of up to $20,000 are available for science engagement activities during National Science Week 2024, 10-18 August.

https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/national-science-week-grants-2024

28/10/2023

NOW OPEN - Apply for funding to engage Australian audiences with one or more Wikimedia platforms and collections. Wikimedia Australia is looking to support Australian organisations to contribute to Wikimedia projects that contribute to our strategic priorities of equity, inclusion and capacity building.

Funding for projects is available with up to $10,000 per project (minimum $5,000). Co-contributions as cash or in kind are welcome.

Deadline for Submissions: Monday 20 November 2023 23:59 in your time zone.

Projects must be completed by May 2024.
https://wikimedia.org.au/wiki/EOI_Partner_Projects_2024

27/10/2023

On we take our hats off to all the teachers who educate, inspire and support students of all ages. AITSL

25/10/2023

There is still time to get involved with Create4Adelaide, with workshops at the Australian Space Agency.

Space inspires us, pushing the boundaries of what we know. It also enables us to pursue a more sustainable Earth and deepen our understanding of our environment.
Explore how space plays a key role in the environment and illustrate your inspiration in this art-for-space-for-environment workshop as part of Create4Adelaide (C4A).

Create4Adelaide is a year-long participatory project with a focus on getting young people to engage with the climate crisis through the arts.

There are workshops for different ages, all of the details are on the Space Agency website, https://www.industry.gov.au/news/create4adelaide-art-workshops

23/10/2023

Inspiring SA is delighted to be a sponsor for this great event in Port Augusta, hosted by Port Augusta Coastcare.

Learn from Marine Biologist Janine Baker as she talks about the introduced marine species, how they arrive, their impacts and how to report them at 'Marine Hitchhikers of Port Augusta Waters'.

If you like to swim, snorkel, dive, fish, or even walk on the shores of the Spencer Gulf, you might be interested in this 'Science in the Pub' event.

WHEN: This Thursday 26 October at 6.30pm
WHERE: Western Hotel, Port Augusta

Learn from Marine Biologist Janine Baker as she talks about the introduced marine species, how they arrive, their impacts and how to report them at 'Marine Hitchhikers of Port Augusta Waters'.

Hosted by Port Augusta Coastcare, this event is sponsored by an Inspiring South Australia Science Engagement Grant.

22/10/2023

Do you like the idea of making science and research fun? Keen to explore your inner comedian and be part of Adelaide Fringe?

Then join the FREE Science Comedy Program by Future Science Talks and the Sydney Comedy School

Head to the Inspiring SA website for all the details. https://inspiringsa.org.au/2023/10/20/future-science-talks-comedy-edition-adelaide-eoi-open/ and the Expressions of Interest form, https://inspiringsa.org.au/2023/10/20/future-science-talks-comedy-edition-adelaide-eoi-open/

Numbers are strictly limited!

19/10/2023

Learn about the Science of Satellites and how they have become such an important part of our everyday lives at the next Science in the Pub Adelaide. 🛰

For 2023's penultimate event, we are pleased to bring The Science of Satellites about how we use space everyday in our lives. We will be delighted to have you join us 27 October at The Adelaide Irish Club

Free event, please register at Try Booking link - https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1131152

18/10/2023

Inspiring SA is delighted to be a sponsor of this FREE Sprigg Salon at South Australian Museum Yankunytjatjara Wangka! Keeping Ancestral Voices Alive.

Yankunytjatjara Wangka! is the second exhibition in a series promoting South Australia's unique and important Aboriginal language heritage. An expert panel will discuss the efforts of the Yankunytjatjara community to keep their living language strong and grounded in Country while using technology in clever ways to support learning.

The panel includes Myra Kumantjara (Yankunytjatjara artist), Karina Lester (Aboriginal Co-Manager & Senior Aboriginal Language Worker, Mobile Languages Team, Adelaide University), and Dr Simone Tur (Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Strategy and Engagement, Flinders University).

Sprigg Salon: Yankunytjatjara Wangka! Keeping Ancestral Voices Alive, Hosted at South Australian Museum, North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia, Wed 25th Oct 2023, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ACDT. Tickets are free. Only on Humanitix

17/10/2023

Congratulations to all the winners of the Department of Industry, Science and Resources 2023 Prime Minister's Prizes for Science.

The prizes acknowledge the achievements and success of Australian scientists and innovators, and the benefits of their work to Australia and the world. They also recognise the critical role primary and secondary school educators play in inspiring students to engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

https://www.industry.gov.au/publications/prime-ministers-prizes-science-2023

16/10/2023

Today is International Observe the Moon Night. 🌝

International Observe the Moon Night is a time to come together with fellow Moon enthusiasts and curious people worldwide. Everyone on Earth is invited to learn about lunar science and exploration, take part in celestial observations, and honor cultural and personal connections to the Moon. You are encouraged everyone to interpret “observe” broadly!

Find out more at https://moon.nasa.gov/observe-the-moon-night/

📸Mark Tegethoff on Unsplash

15/10/2023

Land Your Design on the Moon with Fleet Space Technologies. Fleet Space is giving secondary students in SA the chance to land their design on the moon!! 🌝🌕🌙🌓

The winning design will be 3D printed into the shell of Fleet's groundbreaking SPIDER miniature seismic device that's heading to the moon.

Head to https://explore.fleetspace.com/moon for the design brief, tech specs and details on how to enter. Entries close 3rd November.

Enter Fleet Space's competition for secondary students in SA! Winning design to feature on the first SPIDER device to land on the moon. Enter by Nov 3rd.

11/10/2023

Congratulations to the students from Seymour College and St Mary Mackillop School for being selected in the top 10 finalists of the arludo's National Game Design Challenge.

The Challenge required teams of 3-5 members to identify a science problem they wanted to raise awareness about. They then harnessed their diverse skill sets in storytelling, science, mathematics, and art and design to craft a game that would captivate players.

The students from St Mary Mackillop School created a game called 'The Floor is Lava!' and the students from Seymour College created 'Weather or Not!'

You can see all the finalists and find out more about the competitiohttps://arludo.com/gdc2023/

11/10/2023

This Friday head south to Onkaparinga Libraries for a Night Of Science with talks from some of South Australia's top scientists from Tall Poppy Campaign.🔬🧪🧬

Fabulous talks this Friday at Onkaparinga Libraries from the Tall Poppy Campaign on bees, sports, and brains!

Bring the kids! They could win a prize during the evening

Tickets available for science with a side of dinner.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-night-of-science-in-the-south-hub-library-tickets-709927280607

10/10/2023

Tomorrow afternoon, Wednesday 11 October, is a chance to visit the South Australian Museum for sensory-friendly evening. Visitors of all ages, along with their families, friends, and support workers, can enjoy a quieter, less crowded visit to the Museum after hours.

🎧 Want to turn down the volume? 🎧

On Wednesday 11 October we'll be holding our next sensory-friendly evening, so visitors of all ages, along with their families, friends, and support workers, can enjoy a quieter, less crowded visit to the Museum after hours.

With pay-what-you-can admission, we'll be toning down our screens, lights and sounds around the Museum, and our sensory backpacks will also be available to borrow free of charge. 🎒

For more information and bookings, visit https://events.humanitix.com/relaxed-sensory-friendly-evening-at-the-south-australian-museum-oct23

05/10/2023

With over 400 events happening across South Australia, there's something for everyone at Nature Festival. Head to the website to find events near you! 🌳🐨🌜🍦

Over 300 events, encounters, and experiences to celebrate our love of nature in South Australia.

04/10/2023

If you live in Mount Gambier don't miss "Endo Days".

Where: Limestone Coast Pantry
When: 20 October 2023
What time: 6.30pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/CKWLM

Inspiring South Australia is delighted to be a sponsor of this performance.

Endometriosis is no laughing matter... but we'll give it a (gentle) nudge. Bigger, bolder and more bloated than ever, Libby Trainor Parker and her Jarmy Army are heading for Mt Gambier with a fresh diagnosis of uterus-related fun. Join the singing support group as we poke fun at pain and being f...

28/09/2023

It's that time again, time to vote for your favourite bird in the Guardian Australia Australian Bird of the Year 2023. 🐦🐧🦅🦉🐥

It’s time to get behind your favourite – from little penguins to (very big) cassowaries, every bird has its fans. Vote early and vote often (within the rules) in the 2023 Guardian/BirdLife Australia poll

25/09/2023

School holidays are just around the corner. Why not check out the school holiday program at Australian Space Agency Space Discovery Centre at Lot Fourteen. 🚀🛰

20/09/2023

Do you know a young person curious about studying science and physics?

The Australian Institute of Physics - SA Branch (AIP-SA) and IPAS The University of Adelaide are hosting a Physics Industry Night on Tuesday 26 September, where you can hear from experts who have used their physics education to leap into exciting careers.

Register now for this free event https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/aip-ipas-physics-industry-night-2023-tickets-718263825437

19/09/2023

Another great evening from Science in the Pub Adelaide, the Science of Marketing. Friday 29th September 6pm, and it's FREE 😀

We are looking forward to bringing you the Science of Marketing at the The Adelaide Irish Club later this month. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/scipubadl-the-science-of-marketing-tickets-718324496907?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/09/2023

This is your chance to go to the Moon!! 🌝🚀

Well, not exactly but the name you suggest for the Australian Space Agency Moon Rover could go to the Moon.

The Australian Space Agency want to bring the nation on its boldest adventure yet. You have the chance to be part of history by naming Australia’s lunar rover.

04/09/2023

Congratulations to the SALA Festival team on a wonderful festival and special congratulations to Kate Kurucz the inaugural winner of the Inspiring South Australia Art and Science Prize.

You can see Kate's winning work as part of her "Eventual Horizon' at the Hugo Michell Gallery until 30 September.

And that’s a wrap! 🎉 An incredible month of art, events and celebrations came to a close on Friday night at The Queens Adelaide. The evening celebrated the end of the Festival and announced this year’s Festival Award Winners (see full list below). Congratulations to all winners, and to all the artists and venues who made this year such a success. A huge thank you to our sponsors, supporters and to City Rural for sponsoring the Finissage closing night event. We can't wait to welcome you back for an even bigger and better SALA Festival in 2024!

City of Adelaide Incubator Award - Kaspar Schmidt Mumm
The Advertiser Contemporary Art Award - Susan Bruce
UnitCare Digital Media Award - Marian Sandberg
City Rural Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd Emerging Artist Award - Stephanie Doddridge
City of Unley Active Ageing Award - Katrina Linn
Inspiring South Australia Science in Art Award - Kate Kurucz
Don Dunstan Foundation Award - Tyson Jay Brant
Centre for Creative Photography, Adelaide Atkins Pro Lab and praxis ARTSPACE SALA Solo Photographic Opportunity - Yasemin Sabuncu
2024 Onkaparinga Arts - Sauerbier House SALA Artist Residency - Laura Wills and Jackie Saunders

Stay tuned to find out who won the Hither & Yon Venue Award which will be announced later in the month.

Photo by Sia Duff of Award Winners: Stephanie Doddridge, Marian Sandberg, Tyson Jay Brant, Susan Bruce, Yasemin Sabuncu and Kate Kurucz.

04/09/2023

Don't miss this free online workshop, Monday 11 September. This is your chance to 'ask the expert'. Book now!

Do you have questions about how to evaluate your equity program?

We are hosting a free 'Ask the expert' evaluation webinar. Our Senior Research Associate Dr Isabelle Kingsley will speak with leading expert in evaluation, Associate Professor Eric Jensen from Warwick University (UK).

- Find out why it's important to evaluate equity programs.
- Learn how to easily evaluate your program using our free online tool—the STEM Equity Evaluation Portal.
- Ask your evaluation questions to Isabelle and Eric in an open Q&A forum.

Join us online for this 45 minute event. Register now👇

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/evaluation-in-equity-ask-the-experts-tickets-698190335087?aff=erelexpmlt

01/09/2023

Registrations for Adelaide Fringe are now open. We hope to see lots of science themed shows in 2024 🤡🚀🔭🧪

30/08/2023

There are still some great workshops with Women in STEM Society Adelaide University and Adelaide City Libraries

29/08/2023

Just when you think National Science Week is done and dusted, the school theme for 2024 has been announced! You have plenty time to plan something amazing for 2024.

There are a lots of ways you can get your students, class, year level, school and community involved in National Science Week. Your participation can be as simple as a display in the school library, a Brain Break quiz event or as complex as a whole-school science fair. Here are some hints and tips (...

28/08/2023

🚨🚨Grant news! Apply now for the Environmental Citizen Science Grants. 🧪🌲🐠🐢🐛

📢📢Calling all citizen scientists! Expressions of interest are open for the next round of Environmental Citizen Science Grants.

Grants are available for projects that engage and involve the community in environmental citizen science projects with biodiversity conservation outcomes and generate useful data.

A minimum of $25,000 is available per project. To be eligible for a grant the project must be:
🔸 Run by a not-for-profit or ‘for good’ organisation or a registered research organisation (individuals are not eligible to apply)
🔸 Primarily located in South Australia
🔸 Can be a new or existing project

To learn more or apply visit: https://bit.ly/47E6Lyz
Inspiring South Australia Australian Citizen Science Association