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AIMS@UWA Research Symposium
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AIMS@UWA Research Symposium
Indian Ocean Marine Research Centre (UWA)Building 453, Ground Floor Auditorium64 FairwayCrawley,Launched in November 2020, AIMS@UWA is an alliance between UWA and AIMS to employ marine science academics jointly in areas where our goals and interests overlap, with a focus on tropical marine science. Research under this partnership emphasises applied science with impact, underpinned by fundamental environmental research. Projects will address the needs of a wide range of stakeholders having interests in the care and stewardship of tropical marine environment including industry, policy and decision makers, and local communities.
Our mission is to produce an internationally recognised cohort of emergent emerging tropical marine researchers in Western Australia, directing their work towards the protection and sustainable protection and use of our marine heritage, by integrating fundamental and applied research and by leveraging the infrastructure and research strengths of both organisations.
Our researchers and students are working on exciting projects that range from coral resilience studies to whale shark monitoring and more. At this inaugural annual research symposium, you will have the opportunity to meet the team and learn about ongoing work in tropical marine science on the west coast.
This free event is part of the Expert Series presented by the UWA Oceans Institute. For more information, visit www.oceans.uwa.edu.au
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The Inaugural John Glover Symposium: The Southwest Biodiversity Hotspot
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The Inaugural John Glover Symposium: The Southwest Biodiversity Hotspot
University ClubHackett DveCrawley,The Inaugural John Glover Symposium, organised by RSWA, together with WA Naturalists’ Club and Kwongan Foundation, on the Southwest Biodiversity Hotspot. The two day symposium will deal with geology, soils, botany, zoology and archaeology. This will be followed a field trip on Sunday.
Tickets (does not include field trip ):
RSWA members: Free
Members of WA Naturalists' Club: Free (limit 15 tickets)
Non-RSWA members: $100 - -
AUDRC - Resilient Cities
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AUDRC - Resilient Cities
AUDRC (Australian Urban Design Research Centre)Level 2 1002 Hay StPerth,This course builds on the Sustainability and Cities course. The rapid urbanisation of the world, particularly in development countries is leading to a focus on building settlements and cities that are “resilient”. Resilient cities can be defined as those that “are capable of withstanding severe shock without either immediate chaos or permanent deformation or rupture. Designed in advance to anticipate and recover from the impacts of natural or technological hazards, resilient cities are based on principles derived from past experience with disasters in urban areas”.
As climate change is predicted to increase the risks, impacts and shocks to cities then climate change adaptation planning must be an integral part of making cities and settlements more resilient. The course looks at the interaction between climate change adaptation and increased resilience and uses adaptation to climate change as a window into the broader task of making cities more resilient. It starts by looking at the science behind human induced climate change, its expected impacts on cities and how to assess the risk and adaptation options for reducing its impact. The course then looks at the meaning of resilient cities, summarizes the requirements and approaches for creating resilient cities and discusses the barriers and challenges of achieving this. It finishes by looking at the planning frameworks and best practice approaches for building resilient cities, using relevant case studies.
An all day Masterclass (maximum 30), with optional two workshops the following Fridays.
Masterclass Friday 10 September (all day)
Workshop 1 Friday 17 September (all day)
Workshop 2 Friday 24 September (all day)Run by Australian Urban Design Research Centre at UWA
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Celebrate Lake Claremont
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Celebrate Lake Claremont
Lake ClaremontA FREE FAMILY EVENT FOR NATURE LOVERS 💚
Join us to celebrate everything our beautiful lake has to offer!
There are plenty of activities, games, workshops and demonstrations for everyone. Bring the kids because there is lots of children entertainment. Including:
The kiddies can jump on board the land train and take a lake ride
Exciting wildlife encounters with Animal Ark
Kids are invited to make their own awesome wood creation with The Joys of Wood
Heaps of nature craft for kids including garland making and creating your own recycled luggage tags!
Scavenger hunt, face painting, yoga and more!
This is a plastic free event so bring your refillable drink bottle and reusable coffee cup!Please access the event from Lapsley Road.
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CCWA's Annual Conference - A Bold Vision for WA
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CCWA's Annual Conference - A Bold Vision for WA
Bendat Community Centre36 Dodd StWembley,CCWA are excited to announce our Annual Conference for 2021 - A Bold Vision for WA: Conservation, Climate and Communities.
Join us on Friday 24 September at the Bendat Parent and Community Centre in Wembley, right next door to the beautiful Lake Monger.
Building on CCWA’s ambition plan released earlier this year, this Conference will showcase a new way of thinking that can solve environmental challenges while future-proofing our economy, creating jobs and providing a better quality of life for all West Australians.
This is an opportunity to celebrate the work of CCWA’s member groups and the opportunities for different types of action, cooperation and engagement across all sectors to strategically shift the conversation around environmental issues in WA.
Your conference ticket includes access to the full conference and exhibition, catering, entertainment and sundowner, and offsetting our emissions.
This conference is hosted by the Conservation Council of WA, the state’s peak environmental organisation representing more than one hundred environmental groups and members of the conservation community in Western Australia.
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Bird Photography for Kids and Teens
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Bird Photography for Kids and Teens
Lake Leschenaultia2134 Rosedale RdChidlow,Shire of Mundaring is hosting Wildlife Wednesday nature activities at Lake Leschenaultia in the school holidays. Bird Photography for Kids and Teens is suitable for ages 12 to 16.
Join local environmental educator and professional wildlife photographer Simon Cherriman, and environmental educator Danielle Crichton, to learn the basics of ethical bird photography at the unique Lake Leschenaultia Conservation Reserve. Special guest Talitha Huston will share her passion for bird photography and insights into the creation of her book ‘Birds of the Perth Hills Region’. Learn how to photograph a live subject and engage in a range of activities to hone your photography skills.
Participants will need to bring either a digital camera or a smartphone. A hat, water bottle, closed in shoes and something to write on (e.g. clipboard and pencil) are also vital to participate in the workshop. Parents may wish to drop their children off, but are welcome to attend if desired.
This is a free event provided by the Shire of Mundaring, but places are limited so registration is essential.
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Where Do Eagles Nest? with Simon Cherriman
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Where Do Eagles Nest? with Simon Cherriman
Mundaring Library1 Nichol StMundaring,Learn about the nesting habits of the Perth Hills' largest predator, the Wedge-tailed Eagle, with eagle scientist, Simon Cherriman.
This event includes an audio-visual presentation about the Wedge-tailed Eagle breeding cycle, followed by a group activity to build an eagle's nest in Sculpture Park.
This activity is for children aged 6 years and over. The workshop will go for 90 minutes. Bookings are essential for this free event.
Children aged under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants will need a hat, water bottle, and closed-in shoes.
Wild Things Australia: Facts not Fear–
Wild Things Australia: Facts not Fear
Belmont HubWright StreetBelmont,Learn how to be safe and respect iconic Australian wildlife.
For children aged 5 to 12 years.
This free program will be held in the Innovation Lab.Australia is home to some of the Earth's most diverse creatures and some of these wild things can have a nasty bite! Join Einsteins Australia for an interactive workshop where they will help you learn to be aware and stay safe all while having fun! Mini researches will not only create a creepy creature to take home but they will learn some basic first aid skills as well.
Helena Valley Wildlife Spotto with Simon Cherriman–
Helena Valley Wildlife Spotto with Simon Cherriman
Boya Community Centre119-135 Scott StHelena Valley,Have you ever wondered about the wildlife living in your local area? Come and learn about how to identify wildlife, with a focus on trees, birds and reptiles, with ecologist, Simon Cherriman.
The event begins with an audiovisual presentation showcasing some common wildlife species that occur in backyards, streetscapes and remnant bushland, and a short Backyard Biodiversity film. We will then head out on a nature walk to a local reserve in Boya to tick off a range of "nature spotto" items.
This activity is for school-aged children children 6 years and over. The workshop will go for 90 minutes. Bookings are essential for this free event.
Children aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants will need a hat, water bottle, and closed-in shoes.