The Observable Universe
8 Feb 2022

The Observable Universe

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Space is a vast space to explore so get familiar with the key terms involved. This lesson plan and student activity help Earth and Space science students in Years 1, 3, 5, 7, and 10 familiarise themselves with key Scientific … Continued
How many stars are there in space?
7 Oct 2021

How many stars are there in space?

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Exactly how many stars are in space? – MeeSong. Astronomer Brian Jackson answers a student’s question about the number of stars in space, and the answer is mind-boggling. This explainer article and resource are best suited to Earth and Space … Continued
Aboriginal star names are finally recognised
18 Mar 2021

Aboriginal star names are finally recognised

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The stories behind Aboriginal star names now recognised by the world’s astronomical body. This article is best suited to Year 7 and 10 Earth and Space Science students. It describes the stars that have just been formally named and the … Continued
Windows to the Stars
15 Jan 2021

Windows to the Stars

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For seven decades, the world worked to map the heavens – a massive endeavour that ran from the 19th century to the era of manned space flight, taking in two world wars and vast social change. In this article, we … Continued
As if space wasn’t dangerous enough, bacteria become nastier in microgravity
20 Aug 2020

As if space wasn’t dangerous enough, bacteria become nastier in microgravity

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Research from space flight missions has found that bacteria seem to become more resistant to antibiotics and mutate quicker in space. This interesting article is suited to year 7-10 students across all sciences to demonstrate how the sciences can intertwine … Continued
Mars is the place (in space) to be
7 Aug 2020

Mars is the place (in space) to be

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Three missions, three countries, one destination. Inspire year 5 students in STEM by showing them the huge achievements being carried out, around the world, right now by people who have an understanding of Earth and Space Science as they journey … Continued
Why outer space matters in a post-pandemic world
21 Jul 2020

Why outer space matters in a post-pandemic world

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When the COVID-19 hit the world came grinding to a halt. But the space industry, including in Australia, are leading the post-COVID wins that will help the recovery. This hopeful article shows how science continues in challenging times and highlights … Continued
Hungry black hole among the most massive in the Universe
2 Jul 2020

Hungry black hole among the most massive in the Universe

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The massive black hole is 34 billion times the mass of our sun, and about 8,000 times bigger than the black hole at the centre of the Milky Way. Learn about this young black hole and how scientists can study … Continued
Astrophysicists find the exoplanet they wanted
30 Jun 2020

Astrophysicists find the exoplanet they wanted

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This exoplanet is the size of Neptune and orbiting a young star. This article demonstrates the importance of perseverance in STEM and also shows applications of Physics and Earth and Space sciences to students in years 9-12. Word Count: 453 … Continued
Did Mars have rings? Will it again?
9 Jun 2020

Did Mars have rings? Will it again?

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Moons tell a complicated family story. This article describes a recent hypothesis about the history of Mars and should be used to demonstrate to students how scientific thinking is constantly evolving and being refined. It is suitable for year 5, … Continued