SCINEMA Film Festival at Victoria Park Community Centre

Join the Victoria Park Community Centre for a free community screening of SCINEMA, Australia’s international science film festival, as part of National Science Week. Through a collection of inspiring short films and documentaries, we’ll explore fascinating science stories from around the world — from space and technology to nature, health and the environment. SCINEMA brings…

SCINEMA Film Festival – Great Southern, Great Science

Grab your popcorn and prepare to have your mind mildly (or magnificently) blown at the Museum of the Great Southern. SCINEMA serves up a reel mix of science films that are smarter than your average blockbuster—but just as entertaining. From weird wonders to big “aha!” moments, these stories prove that science isn’t just in labs……

Writing for Science Journals

This course teaches you, our scientists, technologists and engineers the essential skills and strategies to write articles for leading science journals such as the British journal Nature and the US journal Science. This comprehensive course/webinar will cover fundamental principles and “rules of the journal-writing game”, equipping participants with the confidence and savvy required to write…

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…

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

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…

Science, Music and more at the Planetarium

Nate Eggins (a.k.a. Conspiracy of One) is returning with his unique Planetarium Variety Show for a fourth year running! Join us once again at the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium during National Science Week for an evening of: · Quirky sciency music, funny rants, audience participation & prize giveaways, · Stunning visuals that will take you…

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….

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…