Questacon visits local schools

The Questacon Science Circus will visit several local schools this month as part of its national tour to promote science education.

Pretty Beach Public School, Umina Public School and Brisbane Waters Secondary College Umina Campus will be treated to a hands-on science show.

Science Circus presenter Ms Claire Farrugia said the show would be a great opportunity for teachers and students to get involved in the fun and exciting world of science.

"When we get students up on stage with shows that feature topics like slime, bubbles or liquid nitrogen, they know that this is no ordinary science lesson," Ms Farrugia said.

The Science Circus will also hold an interactive science exhibit at the Peninsula Leisure Centre on Friday, May 8.

The exhibition will feature more than 50 interactive science exhibits and regular science shows throughout the day.

Ms Farrugia said the exhibition would also be a great chance for families to share, investigate and discover science together.

"Parents have just as much fun as their children," Ms Farrugia said.

"Even those with little or no science background leave with a smile on their face."

Admission to the exhibition is $18 for families, $6 for adults and $5 for children.

The show is a joint initiative of the National Science and Technology Centre, Shell, and the Australian National University.

Press release, 29 Apr 2009 Claire Farrugia, Shell Questacon Science Circus