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Australian Science Festival in Canberra

Australian Science Festival is one of the popular science festivals in the nation. The Australian Science Festival Limited was established to
supervise the Australian Science Festival in Canberra. This festival is held annually during April or May but recently it is being held in August.

Australian Science Festival was held for the first time in 1993 and witnessed more than 70,000 visitors. During that festival almost 65 events took place, which overwhelmed the visitors. The festival have grown popular with the passing years. The span and number of events have gradually multiplied over the years. Approximately 120,000 visitors attend this festival according to the recent survey. The location of Australian Science Festival varies within the territory of Canberra however Civic Square is the most frequent venue.

Many scientific events all day and night occurs in the festival and many schools participates with innovative science projects. Ever since the occurrence of this festival, science have become exciting, intriguing and fun for the students. Some events in Australian Science Festival include ArtSci in the City, Australian Institute Of Sport Tour, Great Big Science Gig3, Building Blocks Of the Universe, Backyard Art Exhibition, The Science of Underwater, Nature of Belief, Women in Science Exhibition, Grumpy old Scientists and 'Is It Getting hot In Here?'

New inclusions have been the forensic science projects into the festival. The wonders of science is explored through art, comedy and interactive displays or workshops and lectures. Australian Science Festival is an exciting event in Australia for both the adults and children.

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