Connecting science and community

Inspiring Tasmania is committed to connecting science and community. We believe that science is a powerful tool for making the world a better place.

We aim to inspire Tasmanians of all ages and backgrounds in science by making science accessible and engaging for everyone. We celebrate science in Tasmania through innovative programs that encourage participation in and ignite enthusiasm for science.

Upcoming events

Friends of the OBP

Statewide

24 February 2024 - 15 September 2024

The Wildcare Friends of the Orange-bellied Parrot (OBP) group works across the OBP’s range with a focus on Tasmania. The objectives of the group are to: Assist with the monitoring program at Melaleuca (SW Tasmania).…

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Where? Where? Wedgie!

Statewide

10 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

Decades ago, there were estimated to be as few as 1000–1500 Tasmanian wedge-tailed eagles remaining. There’s since been a lot of efforts to reduce human impacts on these birds, but we don’t know if these…

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Tasmanian Youth Forum 2024

North

17 May 2024

The Tasmanian Youth Forum (TYF) is one of the largest annual youth consultative events for young people 12-25 years. TYF is a free event that brings young people together from across Tasmania to contribute their…

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Voyages in the Deep Sea

South

22 May 2024

Explore the secrets of the deep sea, where extraordinary creatures defy logic, microscopic organisms hold the keys to our planet’s past and present, and urgent questions about the future of marine habitats loom large. Journey…

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Science news

Back to the Wild: Rescued Red Handfish Returned to the Sea

15 May 2024

Red handfish have been returned to the wild, after scientists rescued them this summer to protect their fragile population from record high sea and atmospheric temperatures. Scientists at the University of Tasmania’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic…
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AFS Global STEM Changemakers: Australia – New Zealand

15 May 2024

Addressing global sustainability challenges requires engaging diverse young people in every corner of the world. To this end, AFS is proud to unveil 75 full scholarships for the AFS Global STEM Changemakers: Australia-New Zealand, a…
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National Grant Round Recipients for 2024

15 May 2024

The 2024 grants illustrate Australia’s love of our wildlife, a growing value for Traditional Knowledge, and our fascination with our technological future. Thirty-two grants were awarded this year, with many featuring or being led by…
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2024 Inspiring Tasmania Community STEM Grants

7 May 2024

Applications are now open for the Inspiring Tasmania Community STEM Grants. The Inspiring Tasmania Connections Program aims to increase awareness, participation and positive association with STEM in groups historically under-represented in STEM through community engagement.…
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