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National Science Week: Big data and shrinking democracies

By on August 5, 2018 in

The Washington Post’s mantra reads: “Democracy dies in darkness” and yet their unrelenting spotlight on the want-to-be autocrat Trump is simultaneously driving their revenue machine.

The media’s business model is built around numbers – more readers = more money and readers can’t get enough of Trump. Join publisher of CityMag, Josh Fanning as he takes you ‘behind the paywall’ and walks you through the basics of the media’s business model and how – despite all the trouble its caused – data and the Internet can strengthen the democratic process.

By Joshua Fanning, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief, CityMag

National Science Week runs from 11 to 19 August and is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology and thousands of individuals – from students, to scientists to chefs and musicians – get involved, taking part in more than 1000 science events across the nation.

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Karaoke Night at The German Club

By on July 24, 2018 in

Always dreamed of becoming a star? Or just want an extra $200? Starting July 19, Thursdays are Karaoke Night at The German Club!

Starting at 7.30pm come and sing your heart out to be in the running to win the $200 cash prize. Each song you sing is one entry into the draw and the winner will be announced at 11 pm. We don’t care if you can give Beyonce a run for her money or if your voice is better saved for the shower, everyone has a chance at the prize!

Happy hour prices from 8pm-9pm to loosen those vocal cords! The fun will be happening in the bistro to book a table call 8223 2539

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Build a Banner

By on June 18, 2018 in

Get crafty at the Centre of Democracy this school holidays designing and creating your own personal banner!

Imagine parading your banner down the streets of Adelaide sharing the important issues, causes, and ideas that matter most to you. Learn about the power of signs and posters, see a real trade union banner on display and take home your own creative masterpiece! Bookings essential.

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GooRoo Animation – Make Your Own Movies!

By on June 18, 2018 in

Are you the next Steven Spielberg? Come visit us at the National Motor Museum this school holidays and find out!

GooRoo Animation Claymation workshops will be held on the first weekend of the holidays where you can learn to create your very own movies. They will teach you about what goes into making a film, giving you a behind the scenes glimpse into producing an animated movie at a professional level. Be inspired by the vehicles on display, and create your own plasticine car to be the star of the show!

Movies will be filmed and put together using the Stop Motion Studio App available on mobile devices. They will then be uploaded to YouTube via the GooRoo Animation Workshops channel so you can share them with all your friends and family.

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Free story time reading with children’s author

By on June 24, 2018 in

 

Join children’s author, Jasmin Herro for a special story-time reading to celebrate her new book, Teter Mek and the Stolen Crocodiles and NAIDOC Week 2018.

Teter Mek and the crew of Nimah Sajah are stranded in tropical Darwin as they try to repair their boat. Teter Mek soon befriends local Aboriginal boy Frederick, and together they investigate the mystery of Teter Mek’s family by piecing together clues from her canoe.

But Frederick has troubles of his own.

Just as a batch of crocodile eggs are stolen from a research lab, Frederick’s uncle goes missing. Where has Uncle Niall gone? And what is the significance of the crocodile eggs?

It’s up to Teter Mek and Frederick to find out …

Suitable for children aged 4-10 years old, following the reading Jasmin will hostan art & craft workshop based around the book. For younger children, there will be an array of colouring-in activities relating to the book, while older children will get the opportunity to make their very own crocodile egg!

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