“You have brains in your head, You have feet in your shoes, You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” – Dr. Seuss The transition from university into the workforce is rarely straightforward. The advice is scattered, the options feel endless, and LinkedIn doesn’t always tell the full story. This event aims to cut through…
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Big Bang Science Workshop Dino Doings
Every fossil is a word from nature’s ancient script. Calling all junior palaeontologist to Leeton Shire Library!! Join us to investigate these amazing prehistoric creatures, explore the science of fossils and make a fizzing egg to take home and hatch! This event is free but bookings are essential!
Kooringal High School Science Week Extravaganza
Over two days Kooringal High school year 10 students demonstrate a range of science experiments to our local primary schools. Jam packed science fun that engages all involved.
Wild Code – Secrets of nature revealed
Step into the wild side of science! This National Science Week, the Australian Reptile Park invites you to explore the secrets of the animal kingdom like never before. We’re decoding the universe one hiss, scale and footprint at a time! From August 9–17, our daily 11am Reptile Show will be transformed into a special Science Week…
The Climate Club – Combating climate change
What does it really mean to “combat climate change”? And how do you build a career that makes a positive difference without burning out from the doom-and-gloom? Climate change is one of the most defining challenges of our time – but the stories we see and hear often leave us feeling overwhelmed, underqualified, or unsure…
The Science of Communication – Skills for future changemakers
Want to make your science matter beyond the lab or field? This interactive science communication workshop is designed for early career STEM professionals. National Science Week is all about sparking public interest and engagement with science and technology. So what better way to make a meaningful impact then learning how to translate our complex science into stories that connect,…
Budding Scientist Expo
Early years educators actively look for practical ideas to engage children in quality science-based activities. In the City of Cockburn, the childcare system is working with CaLD, First Nations communities and educators that are often not scientifically literate themselves. Providing a STEM/STEAM expo is a proven way to showcase a range of providers they can…
What is so Secret about the Sacred?
Join Daniel Dow, Project Officer for Repatriation, in story and song, as he sheds light on some of the more mysterious aspects of working with First Nations cultural material. This free lunchtime lecture is hosted by Queensland museum, and runs for approximately thirty minutes, making it the perfect opportunity to take a trip through time,…
Discovering Ancient Egypt at the Queensland Museum
Journey back through time to explore the mysteries, artistry and rituals from one of the world’s most captivating civilisations in Discovering Ancient Egypt. This remarkable exhibition from the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities (Rijksmuseum van Oudheden) offers a rare glimpse into the culture, daily life and beliefs practiced in ancient Egypt. Explore stunning 3D light projections of the Temple…
Indigenous Story Wall Walk hosted by Iningai woman Suzanne Thompson
As part of the travelling National Science Week launch in Queensland, scientists have been invited by Iningai woman Suzanne Thompson, to a tour of a monumental Indigenous art site in remote central western Queensland. Ancient paintings and etchings of megafauna, emu symbols and the traditional Indigenous Seven Sisters story cover the towering cliffs at Turraburra. Estimated…