National Science Week 2010
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Click here to download a copy of the 2010 Discovery National Science Week Program

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"Our changing world" Photography Competition - Entries now open!

cameraCapture "our changing world". The world changes around us all the time and science helps explain these changes. Examples of our changing world can be something as simple as day turning into night, or as complex as caterpillars becoming butterflies. Be inspired by the changing world around you and share your discovery with us!
Entries close 5:00pm 11 August 2010
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SCINEMA - 14-22 August 2010
scinema_logoScinema is Australia's premier festival of science film, video and multimedia. Each day of National Science Week Discovery will present a different and fresh Scinema film on loop in the Auditorium. With 2010 being the International Year of Biodiversity, expect a program exploring the way we interact with the environment and the critters we share it with.
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Science Scavenger Hunt - Sun 15th August 2010
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Dare to discover what makes Bendigo different as you race around looking for as many of the solutions to the scientific clues and puzzles that are set amongst the historical and impressive landmarks of this beautiful regional city.
We have two challenges, a general and a team one.
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Global warming effects at the two poles - Tues 17th August 2010

climate-change-presentationCome along and hear from Dr. Catherine Meathrel, Senior Lecturer, Conservation Biology, La Trobe University Wodonga as she discusses the effects of global warming. 5:30pm onwards in the Discovery Auditorium.
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La Trobe University Science and Technology Careers Day - Wed 18 August 2010

careers-dayNational Science Week 2010 is fast approaching and with it the second official La Trobe University Science and Technology Careers Day, which will be held on 18 August 2010 at Discovery. Our sponsorship partners for this event are La Trobe University and the Australian Government through National Science Week.
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Debate - Wed 18 August 2010
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Join us for a great debate as La Trobe academics and students prepare to debate the topic: ‘Preserving biodiversity is an altruistic pursuit'. This event will be concluded with drinks and light snacks.

Moderator: Fiona Parker, ABC Radio Presenter
Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Venue: Discovery Science & Technology Centre

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Tongues, Fangs and Scales - Fri 20 and Sat 21 August 2010

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Here's your chance to get up close and personal with some slippery characters who are very often misunderstood - reptiles. Herpetologist, Peter Carter's hour long presentation will leave you with a new appreciation of these prickly personalities. As well as gaining an understanding of why we need to look after them for the future, you will also learn about the role that you play in their survival.
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Discovery Trivia Night - Sat 21 August 2010

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If you fancy yourself a general knowledge buff or someone able to think outside the square, then sign up for the Discovery Trivia Night, some great prizes are up for grabs! Tables of 2-10 people are available, bookings are essential.

Time 6:30pm-9:30pm
Cost:
$5 per person
Bookings: bookings essential phone (03) 5443 8255
BYO: Please feel free to bring your own picnic hamper

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