From safe syringes to pineapple peelers to the world’s first cancer vaccine, Queensland has plenty to celebrate in the world of science. Why not join in this National Science Week? Expressions-of-interest for seed grants for 2025 National Science Week events in Queensland are now open, and close 28 March. Grants of up to $4,000…
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Support and promote local National Science Week events and help raise the profile of science and innovation within your local community. Find a local event Event holders register their events on the National Science Week website. As we get close to the date, hundreds of events and activities become listed here, with more registered each…
2025 National Science Week Grants Now Open
Applications for 2025 National Science Week grants are now open! The Albanese Labor Government is again supporting National Science Week, with $500,000 in funding available for the delivery of science engagement activities. Australia’s biggest annual celebration of science will run from 9 to 17 August 2025. The objectives of this grant opportunity are to: inspire…
Decoding the Universe – School Theme for 2025 unveiled
School Theme for National Science Week 2025 unveiled: ‘Decoding the Universe – Exploring the unknown with nature’s hidden language’ The Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA) is thrilled to announce that the National Science Week Schools Theme for 2025 is ‘Decoding the Universe – Exploring the unknown with nature’s hidden language.’ This theme invites students and…
DIY Science: Storm in a Jar
Bring more chaos into your life with a Storm in a Jar. It’s a mesmerising maelstrom of fun! What you’ll need A clear round jar with a watertight lid Pearlescent liquid soap or shampoo. The shinier the better! Make sure the soap includes glycol stearate as an ingredient – this is what makes it pearlescent!…
DIY Science: Water Density
Watch the rise and fall of hot and cold fluids. What you need Somewhere it’s OK to spill coloured water, like the bathtub or outside 4 identical small, wide-mouthed bottles. Something like baby food jars work well A flat, rigid piece of plastic that is larger than the opening of the bottles, like an…
DIY Science: Rainbow Lightning
Create lightning art through the powers of gravity and surface tension. What you need Watercolour paper (you can get this at an art supply store) Food colouring A clipboard A spray bottle with water Something to catch drips – like a baking tray What to do Put the watercolour paper on the clipboard and…
DIY Science: Make a Magnet
Build your own electromagnet! What you need Thin enamelled copper wire (around 30 cm) A steel nail Sandpaper A battery (D-sized works best) Some paper clips Sticky tape Pliers Safety warning! The copper wire can get hot if it is connected to the battery for too long. Use the pliers to disconnect…
DIY Science: Marshmallow Launcher
See how far you can launch a marshmallow using your breath and carboard tubes. What you need One manilla file folder (or other stiff paper or lightweight cardboard) Scissors Masking tape or transparent tape One or more full-sized marshmallows A few spoonfuls of flour Safety Before you launch your marshmallow, make sure that the area…
DIY Science: Suspended Bubbles
Can you make bubbles float on an invisible cushion? This beautiful investigation illustrates the principles of buoyancy and semi-permeability. What you need A large, clear container such as a small aquarium or large cooking bowl, use plastic to be safer! Bubble solution—you can use a store-bought solution, or make your own using a bubble mix…