Check out our calendar of events and participate in our seminars, public lectures and more.

A yellow flower with a brown beetle on it.
22 Sep 2026 | 1pm

Discover how four decades of change have reshaped the Australian Alps’ pollinator networks, revealing what long-term ecological data can teach us about the future of biodiversity, ecosystem resilience and conservation in a changing climate.

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A satellite image of a fire sweeping across a forested landscape.
23 Sep 2026 | 11 - 11:45am

Discover how cutting-edge technologies, from satellites and drones to sensor networks and fuel moisture monitoring, are transforming early bushfire detection and helping identify fire risks before they ignite.

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A person in the foreground, wearing a blue hat and backpack, takes a photo with her phone of a sloping, green rice paddy.
23 Sep 2026 | 12 - 12:30pm

By exploring both the clichés and realities of modern travel, this project reveals how young adults negotiate identity, growth, and belonging within rapidly changing global tourism systems.

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A large eucalypt stands out in a woodland paddock on a misty morning. There are other scattered trees in the background.
1 Oct 2026 | 5 - 8pm

Join acclaimed authors David Lindenmayer, John R. Baker and Elizabeth A. Baker for the launch of Paddock Trees Under Threat, featuring insights from the book, special guest Senator David Pocock, and an evening of wine, cheeseboards and conversation celebrating the future of conservation.

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An illustration of a tree with a banner of text over the top that reads Mihi Cura Futuri
6 Oct 2026 | 11am - 7pm

The Centenary of National Forestry Education Colloquium, hosted by ANU on 6 October 2026, will celebrate 100 years of forestry education in Australia by reflecting on its history, examining current approaches to forestry education, and exploring future ambitions for the profession.

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A forest with a trail down the middle.
6 Oct 2026 | 5:30 - 6:30pm

As forests face increasing environmental uncertainty, this seminar examines new approaches to building resilience, supporting adaptation, and preparing the next generation of forestry professionals.

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An illustrated array of foods from around the world hovering above a hand.
30 Oct 2026 | 12 - 2pm

Our International Lunch is a chance for staff and students to come together, share favourite homemade dishes, celebrate the cultures and stories that make up our community, and enjoy an afternoon of great food, conversation, and connection.

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Past events

Fenner Building
19 Aug 2025 | 9:30am - 20 Aug 2025 | 10:30am

ANU Fenner School of Environment & Society research students from across our cohorts are presenting their work

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A group of people stand in a furrowed paddock.
6 Aug 2025 | 1:30 - 3:30pm

In this seminar, three academics from the Nanzan University Institute for Social Ethics in Nagoya, Japan, will explore the relevance of the Landcare model, which has been practiced in Australia for many years. They will examine this model through the lens of autonomy and the principle of subsidiarity, offering insights and discussions on how Landcare can be analyzed and modeled from a social ethics perspective.

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Logo for "Fenner Flash Talks" featuring stylized text and graphic elements in orange and white on a dark background.
30 Jul 2025 | 12 - 1pm

Join us to learn more about the research currently happening at the Fenner School!

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Logo for "Fenner Flash Talks" featuring stylized text and graphic elements in orange and white on a dark background.
23 Jul 2025 | 12 - 1pm

Join us to learn more about the research currently happening at the Fenner School!

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Josh sits on a grassy alpine slope, facing away from the camera and looking out over a mountainous landscape with patches of snow and cloud-covered skies. They wear a wide-brimmed dark hat, a checkered long-sleeve shirt, and light-coloured pants. In the foreground, native alpine plants with tall white flower stalks are visible, adding texture to the natural scene
10 Jul 2025 | 10 - 11am

Alpine pollinators are uniquely adapted to cold, dynamic environments, but face growing threats from climate change. This talk explores how temperature across climates, weather, and microclimates shapes pollinator activity in Australia's mountains, and what this means for their survival.

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Fenner Building
11 Jun 2025 | 9:30am - 5pm

ANU Fenner School of Environment & Society research students from across our cohorts are presenting their work

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A group of students walk in the bush, smiling.
21 May 2025 | 2 - 3pm

Find out what an Honours/Masters research year involves at the ANU Fenner School of Environment and Society.

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Promotional image for "Australia's Biggest Morning Tea" featuring various tea kettles and cups on a yellow background.
21 May 2025 | 10:30 - 11am

This special event is a fundraiser for the Cancer Council, supporting vital research, prevention programs, and support services for those affected by cancer. Every dollar we raise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those battling this disease.

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water
20 May 2025 | 9:30 - 10am

This study combines qualitative and quantitative modelling to understand how water management interventions reshape risks to shared water resources; using the Murray–Darling Basin as a case study.

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