Science Spinners Creative Lab houses a massive group of hands-on science activities presented by Kudos scientists and industry professionals. The Kudos Science Trust launched this project in 2016 as a science engagement programme for Yr 9 & 10 students from low decile Waikato Schools. The purpose; To ignite an interest in Science and STEM through 'real-life' activities and to inform more students about subject choice and career options heading into NCEA.
Since then, the Science Spinners programme has engaged almost 2000 students in nearly 60 different hands-on activities ranging from Food/Ag Tech, Engineering, Environmental, Sport Science to Medical, including Cardio-thoracic and Endocrinology, with the Digital/IT stream - Codehub being added in 2017.
The programme's point of difference is not only that it's 'hands-on' but the range, the number of activities and the level at which they're carried out by scientists and other industry experts. Students complete 15 tasks between the Creative Lab and Codehub, and that's a whole lot of Science going on!!
Turning Science on it's head
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First Watch
First Watch’s Waikato story started when Bob Stokes co-founded CTEK with a vision to revolutionize the industrial automation industry. With over 35 years of experience in the IT, automation, and control sectors, he saw firsthand the critical role that technology plays in driving business success.
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Rüdi’s Bakery
Something exciting is coming to the food scene in Hamilton. Rüdi’s, a micro-bakery which specialises in sourdough bread and artisan pastry will open the doors to its first permanent flagship bakery and retail space this winter.
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Duck Island
Duck Island, the ice cream that originated as an item on the dessert menu at an award-winning Hamilton restaurant, has made a name for itself on the national food stage.
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Fieldays
New Zealand’s National Fieldays is an annual agricultural event that takes place in the Waikato region. The four-day event is the largest of its kind in the southern hemisphere, attracting around 130,000 visitors annually.
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