Inspiring Scientists
Marine biology? Nanotechnology? Find out about your favourite 'ology' by chatting to inspiring scientists. Meet scientists from a range of research and career backgrounds and talk to an expert to find out what exciting opportunities a career in science has to offer.
Date: Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 August
Time: 11.00am – 4.00pm
Location: Arena

BASF Kids' Lab
Experience the fascinating world of chemistry! Run by BASF chemists, the chemistry workshops introduce chemistry to children in a fun and exciting way through simple and interactive hands-on experiments. Workshops run for one hour.
Date: Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 August
Time: 11.00am, 1.00pm and 3.00pm
Location: Pumping Station

ANZAAS Kids Ask Scientists Questions
Ever had a question about science you couldn't find the answer? This forum provides children with the opportunity to put questions directly to prominent Australian scientists. Designed to get children thinking about how things work, this forum encourages them to think about the 'big' questions. Forum runs for one hour.
Date: Sunday 22 August
Time: 2.00pm
Location: Auditorium

Australian Skeptics
The Australian Skeptics will be explaining the science behind the paranormal at Scienceworks. See magic illusions, try out a bed of nails and many more surprising demonstrations.
Date: Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 August
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Location: Main exhibition gallery