Prehistoric program unveiled at Science and Technology Centre

BENDIGO’s Discovery Science and Technology Centre has celebrated National Science Week with the delivery of a new program, Jurassic Wonders.

Funded through the National Science Week Grants Program, Jurassic Wonders was developed to transport visitors back to the age of the dinosaurs with interactive exhibits, hands-on fossil activities and immersive educational experiences designed to spark curiosity in science, palaeontology and natural history.

The $10,385 grant was one of more than 31 awarded by the Federal Government to support innovative and inclusive community-led science initiatives during Science Week.

It enabled the centre to provide Auslan interpreters for special sessions of the program, increasing accessibility to deaf or hard of hearing children.

“This grant helps bring world-class STEM engagement to the Central Victorian community, encouraging our next generation of scientists and innovators,” Federal Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters said.

“The Discovery Centre is one of our region’s greatest education assets, and Jurassic Wonders will give children and families an unforgettable way to connect with science and the prehistoric world.”

Discovery Science and Technology Centre general manager Alissa Van Soest said Science Week is their Christmas.

“It’s about bringing the community along to join us in celebrating all things science,” she said.

“Dinosaur events are hugely popular with kids and for many of them are their introduction to science.

“Science is all around us all the time, but a lot of adults are intimidated by it – National Science Week shows people the fun that’s in the science of the everyday and shows people that we’re all scientists.”