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…
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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…
Cheese and Chats: How one fossil redefined humanity
2025 marks the centenary of UQ alumnus Professor Raymond Dart’s groundbreaking publication in Nature announcing the discovery of Australopithecus africanus. The Taung Child fossil, unearthed in South Africa in 1924, provided the first compelling evidence that human evolution began in Africa. Dart’s bold claim challenged the scientific consensus of the time and sparked decades of debate, ultimately reshaping…
Brain Break – Riverside Christian College
We’re hosting a Brain Break morning tea with scrumptious morsels of science goodness to celebrate science achievement and endeavour. We’ll be getting together to share fun science quizzes, activities and demonstrations over our cuppa. This morning tea is just for us, but you can register to host one for FREE in your own workplace.
Ocean Oobleck Library Drop In Session
Celebrate National Science Week at Stirling Libraries – Scarborough. Engage your senses as you dig through kinetic sand and squishy oobleck to discover hidden ocean treasures! Have fun while learning basic science concepts such as states of matter and viscosity This event will run from 3pm – 4.30pm. No bookings required, drop by and have…
Decoding the Universe at the Adelaide Planetarium
Join us on a journey through space and time as we unravel the mystery of the Cosmos. From the birth of stars to the search for dark matter this session explores the science of using the fundamental languages of nature to understand the universe. A dedicated Q&A forms part of this immersive experience. *Telescope viewing…