D.I.Y Science – Make your own Rocket
13 Aug 2021

D.I.Y Science – Make your own Rocket

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The D.I.Y. Science series contains some of our favourite experiments for kids to try at home. They are designed to help school teachers and carers inspire a child’s curiosity in science. It's time to get hands-on. This episode shows students … Continued
This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep6: In the Bag
8 Jun 2020

This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep6: In the Bag

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The Trash Can Man is on a mission to turn TRASH into (scientific) TREASURE! Hidden inside every pile of refuse and rejectamenta are a billion different possibilities... It's 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, BLAST OFF... with an ordinary scrap of … Continued
Using a pocket rocket to explore distant planets
18 May 2020

Using a pocket rocket to explore distant planets

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Researchers have adapted a miniature rocket, called the Pocket Rocket, to replicate the conditions of distant planets’ atmospheres. This article could be used with students in years 8, 9, and 10 who are studying Physical, Chemical or Earth and Space … Continued
Columbia: NASA blew it
23 Sep 2019

Columbia: NASA blew it

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Word Count / Video Length: 379 / 10:00 mins NASA’s return to space after the Columbia disaster was “ugly” and fraught with internal arguments and mistrust, says Charles Camarda – a NASA astronaut who flew on the mission. This gripping … Continued
The rocket competition launching Australia’s future
6 May 2019

The rocket competition launching Australia’s future

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Topics: Chemical Sciences - Chemical Reactions, Solids/ Liquids/ Gases Physical Sciences - Forces, Energy Additional: Careers, Maths, Technology, Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Chemical Sciences - Properties of Matter, Change of Matter Physical Sciences - Forces and Motion, Energy Years: 8, … Continued