The Hon Peter Garrett AM MP
Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts
Science comes alive at the Bureau during Science Week 2009
Media release
PG/321
14 August 2009
Environment Minister Peter Garrett is encouraging Australians to get involved with the Bureau of Meteorology during National Science Week 2009.
“Science Week is an excellent opportunity for the community to learn more about the great work that the Bureau does not just in weather forecasting but across a whole range of climate related areas,” Mr Garrett said.
“The Bureau of Meteorology has been involved with National Science Week since 2006, with events at remote field stations, regional offices and capital cities around the country.”
“Each year during Science Week, the Bureau invites the public to find out how they observe and forecast the weather, with open days, tours, public talks and school visits. I encourage all Australians with an interest in weather and climate to take advantage of the wide range of activities planned.”
The celebrations run between Saturday 15 August and Sunday 23 August.
Members of the community are invited to contact the Bureau offices below to find out about specific activities that are planned for National Science Week 2009:
| Location | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Darwin | Mark Hentschel (08) 8920 3824 |
| Adelaide | Paul Lainio (08) 8366 2640 |
| Perth | Neil Bennett (08) 9263 2279 |
| Geraldton | Gary Lynch (08) 9923 3671 |
| Eucla | David Ingram (03) 9039 3444 |
| Broadmeadows | David Morrison (03) 9669 4984 |
| Melbourne HO | Karen Bennett (03) 9669 4158 |
| French Island | David Morrison (03) 9669 4984 |
| Melbourne (Royal Botanic Gardens) | Karen Bennett (03) 9669 4158 |
| Longreach | Robin Paton (07) 4658 1783 |
| Hobart | Mal Riley (03) 6221 2082 |
| Launceston | Brendan McMahon (03) 6331 7116 |
For a full schedule of National Science Week activities in your area, visit: http://www.scienceweek.info.au
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