Imagine This

Explore how the Sun, as a star, lights up the world and influences plants and warmth. Join Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith on a journey to understand the Sun's nuclear fusion, energy production, and its vast size compared to Earth and other stars. Discover the contrast between the Sun's brilliance and the darkness of space as it shapes our daily experiences on Earth.

Join Lucy and Evie as they explore the origins of words with Dr. Howie Manns. Discover how languages evolve from naming objects to expressing complex ideas. Learn about the significance of Aboriginal place names in preserving cultural heritage.

Join Dr. Anna Rigosi as she takes us on a fascinating journey of water purification. Learn about the importance of clean drinking water, the processes of sedimentation and filtration, and the crucial role of chlorine in disinfection. Explore how land use affects water quality and discover the intricate processes that ensure safe water consumption.

While you wait for new Imagine This, take a listen to Little Yarns! Hosted by Gamilaroi girl, Rudi Bremer, Little Yarns is a podcast that takes your ears on Country to share some of Australia's First languages and have a little yarn! New episodes are out every Monday.

Dr Nij is back in The Imaginarium, working his way through all your weather questions!

Explore the secrets of animals' spots, stripes, and scales with Dr. Anne Jones as she discusses camouflage, thermal regulation, and the evolutionary reasons behind these patterns. From giraffes' spots serving as heat windows to zebras using stripes as insect repellents, learn how animals adapt and survive in their environments through unique features.

Storms can be wet and windy, but how do they make bright lightning and loud thunder?

Fire is really hot, and it can be dangerous, so what is a cool fire?

Have you ever wondered how little bits of paper comes from big, tall trees? How do they get it so thin and flat?

How do you talk? And why do we all sound different?