RST Apology to Tasmanian Aboriginal people 2021.

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The Royal Society of Tasmania's lecture program serves to promote public understanding and appreciation of science, the arts, and intellectual achievement. Delivered by distinguished experts across diverse fields, these lectures are designed to inform, inspire, and engage the Tasmanian community. By offering free and accessible presentations, the Society continues its long-standing mission to foster knowledge exchange and support lifelong learning throughout the state.

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From Launceston to Wimbledon: The Legacy of the Alexander Patent Racket Company

Speaker:

Burcu Keane

Date:

2025-11-23 13:30:00

Venue:

QVMAG at Inveresk, Launceston

North

Annual QVMAG Staff Lecture

What can a century-old tennis racquet reveal about innovation, identity, and Tasmania’s place in the world? This talk uncovers the surprising global legacy of the Alexander Patent Racket Company – from patented design and skilled craftsmanship to community pride and international fame. Celebrated in QVMAG’s Alexander 100 exhibition, it’s a story of local ingenuity with […]

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RST Christmas Dinner – 2025

Speaker:

Dr Danielle Wood

Date:

2025-12-04 18:00:00

Venue:

University Staff Club, 38a Dobson Road, UTAS Campus Sandy Bay

South

Annual Christmas Dinner and Lecture

The President and Council of the Royal Society of Tasmania warmly invite members and guests to attend the 2025 Christmas Dinner on Thursday, 4 December 2025 at 6 pm in The Pickled Pear, the University Club, 38a Dobson Road, UTas. Located opposite the Engineering Faculty – ample parking, disability parking and access. Members and […]

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Royal Society of Tasmania acknowledges, with deep respect, the traditional owners of this land, and the ongoing custodianship of the Aboriginal people of Tasmania. The Society pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge that Tasmanian Aboriginal Peoples have survived severe and unjust impacts resulting from invasion and dispossession of their Country. As an institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, the Royal Society of Tasmania recognises Aboriginal cultural knowledge and practices and seeks to respect and honour these traditions and the deep understanding they represent.

On 15 February 2021, the Royal Society of Tasmania offered a formal Apology to the Tasmanian Aboriginal people.