Our Water

3 May - 2 August 2010

Proudly sponsored by the National Water Commission, Questacon's newest exhibition, "Our Water" is a look at the properties, phonemena, and importance of water. This exciting travelling exhibition will be at Questacon until August 2010, before heading on a two-year tour across Australia. Learn about all things water in this hands-on exhibition that delves into the different ways of using and preserving this precious resource.

Our Water

3 May - 2 August 2010

Proudly sponsored by the National Water Commission, Questacon's newest exhibition, "Our Water" is a look at the properties, phonemena, and importance of water. This exciting travelling exhibition will be at Questacon until August 2010, before heading on a two-year tour across Australia. Learn about all things water in this hands-on exhibition that delves into the different ways of using and preserving this precious resource.

Science Time: Under the Sea

3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12 and 13 August 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

National Science Week: Planet of the Primes

12 August 2010, 10 am and 4 pm

Planet of the Primes is a comedy show like no other. An audio-visual spectacular combining live action with animation to release the bizarre nature of prime numbers. A unique and exhilarating comedy experience for families with kids aged 7 up and adults who prefer their minds expanded! Featuring Simon Pampena.

National Science Week: Intellectual Self Defence (Monday-Wednesday)

16, 17 and 18 August 2010, 6 pm and 7.30 pm

This light hearted show written by Joel Barcham draws heavily on the tradition of 1970’s kung fu movies to follow the adventures of Johnny Brainfist as he tackles ideas such as the scientific method, evolution, climate change and alternative medicine.

Intellectual Self Defence is a fun, interactive science show that will teach an audience how to think critically and evaluate scientific evidence. The show will be presented in a quirky 70s kung fu movie style and will feature topics such as evolution, climate change, the scientific method and alternative medicine. You are invited to come along and join Johnny Brainfist in an exclusive training session at his Intellectual Self Defence dojo. Along the way you will learn what it means to think critically, and how to evaluate evidence to form sound scientific conclusions. You can help Johnny Brainfist fight against evil forces like assumption, logical fallacy, blind faith and ninjas.

Bookings are essential and can be made by phoning 0422 932 918.
Ticket prices for 16, 17 and 18 August:
$20 Adults, $15 Concession, Groups of 8 or more are $12.50.
*Q Club members are eligible for the discounted price of $12.50 per ticket when attending any evening session. Q Club members attending the 3.30 pm sessions, admission is free.
*Admission to the shows on 20 and 21 August are free with normal admission to Questacon.

Science Time: Building & Engineering

17, 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26 and 27 August 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

National Science Week: Intellectual Self Defence (Friday)

20 August 2010, 3.30 pm

This light hearted show written by Joel Barcham draws heavily on the tradition of 1970’s kung fu movies to follow the adventures of Johnny Brainfist as he tackles ideas such as the scientific method, evolution, climate change and alternative medicine.

Intellectual Self Defence is a fun, interactive science show that will teach an audience how to think critically and evaluate scientific evidence. The show will be presented in a quirky 70s kung fu movie style and will feature topics such as evolution, climate change, the scientific method and alternative medicine. You are invited to come along and join Johnny Brainfist in an exclusive training session at his Intellectual Self Defence dojo. Along the way you will learn what it means to think critically, and how to evaluate evidence to form sound scientific conclusions. You can help Johnny Brainfist fight against evil forces like assumption, logical fallacy, blind faith and ninjas.

Bookings are essential and can be made by phoning 0422 932 918.
Ticket prices for 16, 17 and 18 August:
$20 Adults, $15 Concession, Groups of 8 or more are $12.50.
*Q Club members are eligible for the discounted price of $12.50 per ticket when attending any evening session. Q Club members attending the 3.30 pm sessions, admission is free.
*Admission to the shows on 20 and 21 August are free with normal admission to Questacon.

Radical Wine @ Questacon

20 August 2010, 6 pm

This event is suitable for adults only. We have all heard that wine is good for us in moderation because it contains antioxidants. But what exactly are antioxidants? Why do some wines taste peppery, while others have hints of vanilla or marzipan? What happens when wines spoil? This delicious event will reveal the chemistry behind these questions, invite you to conduct scientific experiments on wine and put what you have learnt into practice by tasting a selection of Canberra wines from local winemakers. Please reserve a place by e-mailing RSVP@questacon.edu.au

National Science Week: Intellectual Self Defence (Saturday)

21 August 2010, 3.30 pm, 6 pm and 7.30 pm

This light hearted show written by Joel Barcham draws heavily on the tradition of 1970’s kung fu movies to follow the adventures of Johnny Brainfist as he tackles ideas such as the scientific method, evolution, climate change and alternative medicine.

Intellectual Self Defence is a fun, interactive science show that will teach an audience how to think critically and evaluate scientific evidence. The show will be presented in a quirky 70s kung fu movie style and will feature topics such as evolution, climate change, the scientific method and alternative medicine. You are invited to come along and join Johnny Brainfist in an exclusive training session at his Intellectual Self Defence dojo. Along the way you will learn what it means to think critically, and how to evaluate evidence to form sound scientific conclusions. You can help Johnny Brainfist fight against evil forces like assumption, logical fallacy, blind faith and ninjas.

Bookings are essential and can be made by phoning 0422 932 918.
Ticket prices for 16, 17 and 18 August:
$20 Adults, $15 Concession, Groups of 8 or more are $12.50.
*Q Club members are eligible for the discounted price of $12.50 per ticket when attending any evening session. Q Club members attending the 3.30 pm sessions, admission is free.
*Admission to the shows on 20 and 21 August are free with normal admission to Questacon.

National Science Week: Science of Dance

22 August 2010, 1 pm and 2 pm

Science of Dance, presented by Dr Nick Ball and Dr Gordon Waddington, uses high-speed video and ultrasound to show participants both the macro and micro view of the dynamic function of muscles and joints in performing dance or athletic activity. The impact of forces and accelerations on the body are displayed on screen in real time using volunteers to show basic biomechanics of performance and how injury may occur (and be prevented).

Science Time: Colour & Light

31 August, 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 and 10 September 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Science Time: Colour & Light

31 August, 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 and 10 September 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Biodiversity Day @ Questacon

11 - 12 September 2010

2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity, and to celebrate, Questacon is hosting a weekend of biodiversity presentations, specimens and activities. More information coming soon!

Science Time: Spring & Flowers

14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23 and 24 September 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Science Time: Rockets & Space

12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21 and 22 October 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Science Time: Life Cycles

26, 27, 28, 29 October, 2, 3, 4 and 5 November 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Science Time: Life Cycles

26, 27, 28, 29 October, 2, 3, 4 and 5 November 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Science Time: Chemistry in the Kitchen

9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18 and 19 November 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Science Time: Frogs & Reptiles

23, 24, 25, 26, 30 November, 1, 2 and 3 December 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Science Time: Frogs & Reptiles

23, 24, 25, 26, 30 November, 1, 2 and 3 December 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...

Science Time: Inside the Body

7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16 and 17 December 2010, 9.30 am, 10.30 am and 11.30 am

Join us for Science Time, a fun and interactive half-hour learning experience for little scientists aged 2-6 and their carers. More about Science Time...