Published Tuesday, 12 February, 2008 at 02:26 PM
Minister for Tourism, Regional Development and Industry
The Honourable Desley Boyle
Science program lets Mount Isa kids play crime scene investigators
Mount Isa kids are encouraged to put on their detective hats for the State Government’s popular Science on Saturday program which begins later this month.
Regional Development and Industry Minister Desley Boyle and Member for Mount Isa Betty Kiernan said the six-week program would start on 23 February and would give 7-14 year-olds a chance to have fun while they learn.
“We want to engage young Queenslanders in science, showing them that it is exciting and relevant in their everyday life,” Ms Boyle said.
Mrs Kiernan said: “The kids participate in real hands-on experiments which have them building, discovering and creating.
“I am very impressed with the program as I have witnessed first hand what wonderful local talent we have in this region.
“I strongly encourage parents to get their children involved; as it definitely is a fantastic program.
“Activities include playing with glow-in-the-dark lotion and UV light to find out about how germs spread as well as building an alarm system and radio receiver to learn about the transformation and flow of energy through an electrical circuit.”
Mrs Kiernan said most of the 90-minute sessions included something to take home, and those attending all six would receive a CSIRO Double Helix Science Club magazine.
This year the topics are: apprentice scientist; healthy humans; water wise; forensic investigation; working with DNA and energy expert.
Science on Saturday will be held at the Good Shepherd Catholic College, Mary Street, Mount Isa. Junior sessions (7-10 years) are on from 10-11.30am and Senior sessions (11-14 years) from 12.30-2pm.
“Children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent, however parents of the senior group are encouraged to attend as they too will find it enjoyable,” Mrs Kiernan said.
Places cost $6 per session prepaid or $9 on the day. Numbers are limited and bookings are essential, even if you wish to pay on the day. For more information or bookings, visit www.csiro.au/sos or call 1300 302 649.
Media Contact: Betty Kiernan’s Office 4743 5149
Regional Development and Industry Minister Desley Boyle and Member for Mount Isa Betty Kiernan said the six-week program would start on 23 February and would give 7-14 year-olds a chance to have fun while they learn.
“We want to engage young Queenslanders in science, showing them that it is exciting and relevant in their everyday life,” Ms Boyle said.
Mrs Kiernan said: “The kids participate in real hands-on experiments which have them building, discovering and creating.
“I am very impressed with the program as I have witnessed first hand what wonderful local talent we have in this region.
“I strongly encourage parents to get their children involved; as it definitely is a fantastic program.
“Activities include playing with glow-in-the-dark lotion and UV light to find out about how germs spread as well as building an alarm system and radio receiver to learn about the transformation and flow of energy through an electrical circuit.”
Mrs Kiernan said most of the 90-minute sessions included something to take home, and those attending all six would receive a CSIRO Double Helix Science Club magazine.
This year the topics are: apprentice scientist; healthy humans; water wise; forensic investigation; working with DNA and energy expert.
Science on Saturday will be held at the Good Shepherd Catholic College, Mary Street, Mount Isa. Junior sessions (7-10 years) are on from 10-11.30am and Senior sessions (11-14 years) from 12.30-2pm.
“Children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent, however parents of the senior group are encouraged to attend as they too will find it enjoyable,” Mrs Kiernan said.
Places cost $6 per session prepaid or $9 on the day. Numbers are limited and bookings are essential, even if you wish to pay on the day. For more information or bookings, visit www.csiro.au/sos or call 1300 302 649.
Media Contact: Betty Kiernan’s Office 4743 5149