Engineering challenge: Earthquake-resistant building

In science this term we had to design and build an earthquake-resistant building. This building had certain restrictions and requirements, including having a minimum height of 60cm, a maximum base of 30 x 30 cm, and the top of the building had to be a minimum of 5 x 5 cm. We also had restrictions…Continue Reading Engineering challenge: Earthquake-resistant building

Scott Austic Trial

Australia’s legal system is based on the principles of justice, everyone is equal before the law, everyone has the right to a fair hearing, the judiciary is independent and impartial, the right to an appeal, the right to silence, the presumption of innocence, and there has to be high-quality evidence. This means that any trials…Continue Reading Scott Austic Trial

Lock- Day Trip

In lock this semester we had to substitute the normal 3-day camp for a 1-day trip because of covid limitations. Even though it was regrettably short we managed to pack in the three main things we have been doing this semester; bush cooking, climbing and kayaking. For the bush cooking we planned a brunch, choosing…Continue Reading Lock- Day Trip

Environmental Scientist

An environmental scientist studies the affects of factors including pollution on animal and plant life and also creates plans to help the environment. Some interesting facts are: The average full-time hours are 43 You need a bachelor degree to be an environmental scientist On average people working there are 35-44 There is a moderate growth…Continue Reading Environmental Scientist