2026 Space Faring Civilisation Film Festival

Imagine a bright future with science. The Space Faring Civilisation (SFC) Film Festival is back for 2026. We are a Canberra-grown festival that loves telling stories about science and space. We show films that give us hope for the future and show how science and imagination can help us build a better world. Free Workshops…

National Science Week 2026 with The Forrest Research Foundation

The Forrest Research Foundation invites you to its National Science Week Showcase on August 8th 2026. Join us in creating memorable experiences at the frontiers of science.  We’ve teamed up with Supersonic Science, who will guide you into exciting and explosive experiments all-day long. You can… Embark on virtual reality experiences where you can journey…

Indigenous Science Experience at Redfern

How do native bees connect to healthy ecosystems and caring for Country? Which seaweeds have long been used for environmental sustainability? How is native flora used in bush medicines? What can we learn from the ingenuity of Aboriginal tools and technologies developed over thousands of years? And how can Torres Strait Islander virtual reality bring cultural experiences…

Writing Science Media Releases | SARAH EDITING

This practical course teaches you the key skills and strategies to write and distribute a cracking media release for different audiences. ​It will help budding science communicators build confidence and learn how the media works, so you can communicate your messages clearly and simply. You’ll get training and hands-on practice writing winning media releases for…

Seeds to Science: Cultural Fusion

‘Seeds of Science’ is more than a theme—it’s a commitment to nurturing a love of learning, respect for Country, and appreciation of wisdom in every culture. By working together—students, teachers, families, and community—we’ll create a rich, inclusive environment where knowledge takes root and flourishes. STEM Week will culminate in a community gathering, where we’ll share…

Indigenous Science Experience at Redfern

What can Aboriginal astronomy tell us about the night sky? How is our native flora used in bush medicine? What can we learn about sustainable living from 60 000+ years of Indigenous culture? This National Science Week, discover the answers to these questions (and more) at the Indigenous Science Experience at the Redfern Community Centre….

The Pollinator Code – Decoding nature’s language

We will mark Science Week 2025 by exploring nature’s hidden language, learning how plants and pollinators—like bees, butterflies, and birds—work together and how we can help protect them. The day will begin with an Acknowledgement of Country, led by our Bundjalung students, reminding us that Aboriginal people have cared for this land for thousands of…

Science works and loads of learning fun

Here at Edspace this term we are investigating all forms of science with our upcoming excursion to Melbourne science works. We will have the opportunity to explore a big range of scientific fields. With exhibits, activities and exploration of 3 whole floors of scientific discovery. Our feature activity will be a live demonstration and interactive…

Casino West Science Fair Spectacular

The Science Fair Spectacular is a great way to celebrate National Science Week. The hall being decorated with plenty of hands on displays for students to enjoy. Student projects on display. A creative and innovative corner for students to make their own inventions. Classes to take it in turns to come and engage in different…