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Travelling science exhibition Fascinating Science coming to libraries this summer
Kids, teens and families can experience a world of science with a new exhibition coming to libraries across Tasmania.
Fascinating Science is a free interactive exhibition that explores key scientific principles in a fun, hands-on way.
The exhibition by Questacon, the National Science and Technology Centre, will visit 18 libraries including Queenstown, Smithton, Devonport, Ulverstone, and Oatlands and Sorell.
“We are excited that Questacon’s Fascinating Science exhibition is visiting libraries across Tasmania this summer.
This exhibition means that children and families can interact with fun scientific exhibits from Questacon without travelling too far during the school holidays,” said Simon Jones,
Director Library Network, Libraries Tasmania.
Fascinating Science is a great way to dive into the world of science.
- Play with mind-bending illusions.
- Build a six-sided cube with seven pieces.
- Feel the force of powerful magnets.
- Thread a needle with one eye closed.
- Solve the ancient puzzle of the Tower of Brahma.
- See the world through coloured filters.
Fascinating Science is visiting these libraries:
Burnie Monday 17 February – Tuesday 4 March Queenstown Tuesday 18 February – Wednesday 5 March Smithton Wednesday 19 February – Thursday 6 March Devonport and Ulverstone Thursday 6 March – Thursday 20 March Launceston Friday 7 March – Friday 21 March
Find Fascinating Science at your nearest library on Eventbrite .
Fascinating Science is brought to Libraries Tasmania in partnership with Inspiring Tasmania Australia, and the University of Tasmania.
Burnie Library is hosting an awareness session which is suitable for primary and high school teachers/parents/grandparents/carers who have kids online, particularly those who are into gaming and social media.
Think U Know what your kids are doing online?
ThinkUKnow Australia is a cyber safety education program that educates parents, carers, and teachers of how people are using technology, the challenges they may face online, and how to help them overcome these in a safe and ethical way.
This session will cover:
- What young people SEE, SAY and DO online.
- The challenges they may face.
- How to report and get help if things go wrong.
The presentation will be delivered by a local law enforcement member and an industry volunteer. The presentation covers issues relating to children and young peoples’ privacy and security online, their relationships with other users and their online reputation. It provides insight into the devices young people are using, as well as the popular websites, apps and social networking sites they’re accessing.
ThinkUKnow Australia is a partnership between the Australian Federal Police, Microsoft Australia, Datacom and the Commonwealth Bank. The program is delivered in collaboration with policing partners New South Wales Police Force, Northern Territory Police, Queensland Police, South Australia Police, Tasmania Police, Western Australia Police, as well as Neighbourhood Watch Australasia.
For more information, you can visit www.thinkuknow.org.au or contact Anita at Burnie Library 6477 7400 .
We are excited to announce that Term 1 gymnastics classes are now open for booking at Devonport Gymnastics!
Our Class options include:
- Wrigglers: Preschool – for ages walking to 4.
- Gym Tots : A fun introduction to movement for our youngest gymnasts.
- Ninja Classes : For those who love to run, jump, and climb.
- Recreational Gymnastics (Boys & Girls) : Perfect for all skill levels, focusing on skill development through our Club Levels program, and fitness.
- Teenage Boys Gymnastics : Designed to build strength and confidence in young boys.
- Teenage Girls Gymnastics : Ideal for recreational gymnastics, and for older girls wishing to commence gymnastics to maintain fitness and strength.
- Trampoline : Bounce into action with our exhilarating trampoline classes.
- Tumbling : Improve your acrobatic skills in a supportive environment.
- Competitive Gymnastics: classes are by selection only.
- Open Gym Days – Every Tuesday 10.45am-12.30pm and every Saturday 11.00am-12.30pm
Various classes are available, across all age groups. View our timetable online to find a class that suits you at https://portal.iclasspro.com/devonportgymnastics/booking .
Trial classes are available, don't miss out on the chance for your child to learn new skills, make friends, and have a blast this term!
Trampoline and Tumbling Classes:
Devonport Gymnastics is looking to expand our competitive and recreational teams in Trampolining & Tumbling for 2025
If you love to jump and would like to be assessed to join our Competitive or Recreational Tramp and Tumbling program, Devonport Gymnastics Club are holding tryouts which will be a 45 minute session:
Saturday 22 Feb
Trampoline: 9.00am
Tumbling 10.00am
Cost per session is $10
Come along and give it a go!! Bookings are essential, and can be made online here: https://portal.iclasspro.com/devonportgymnastics/booking
