Kids’ Conference Antarctica 2025

Join us as students present their Antarctic research projects at Kids’ Conference Antarctica 2025 as part of National Science Week. This conference will start a dialogue on new and emerging research in Antarctica, which explores some of the critical issues & wider implications for ourselves and the Earth.   

BIG Science Fair

The BIG Science Fair is open to students from years 5 to 12 on the North West and West Coasts of Tasmania. This event provides students with the opportunity to apply the skills they are learning in school through hands-on projects, explore intriguing science or engineering topics, and practice their communication abilities. Participants will be…

“Nature’s Blueprint”

Create a sustainable future through regenerative design, Indigenous ecological knowledge and the circular economy, transforming waste into materials. Through different workshops, tours and demonstrations, learn about innovative food systems and practice traditional land management techniques to manage sustainability and food security. Activities include: natural dyeing, biophilic design, vertical farming, and waste-to-soil systems, fostering hands-on skills…

Science Party – GIRLS ONLY @ Byford Library

Science Party – Girls Only! Hosted by SJ Library Services & Bop til you Drop  Byford Library Calling all curious and creative young scientists! Join us for an exciting Girls-Only science extravaganza packed with amazing experiments and fun discoveries. This 1.5-hour session is specially designed for girls aged 5–10, with a fun-filled format tailored to…

Slime Fest Workshop @ Byford Library

Celebrate National Science Week with SLIME FEST! Hosted by SJ Library Services & Supersonic Science Byford Library Get ready for a fun, hands-on workshop where science meets creativity! Join us for Slime Fest, where kids can explore the science behind slime and make their own to take home! What’s Included: Galaxy Slime Glow in the…

Supersonic Science Hands on Workshop @ Clem Kentish Hall

Hands-on Science Workshop! Hosted by SJ Library Services & Supersonic Science  Clem Kentish Hall – Serpentine Join us for an exciting 60-minute workshop where kids can explore the wonders of science through hands-on experiments! What’s Included: Bubbleology – Surface tension Instant Snow – Superabsorbent polymers (take-home kit included) Supersonic Slime – Non-Newtonian fluids (take-home kit…

Rocket Making @ Byford Library

Rocket Making Workshop! Hosted by SJ Library Services & Supersonic Science  Byford Library Blast off into the exciting world of rocket science in this 2-hour, hands-on workshop! Designed for kids aged 8–12, this fun and educational session will guide attendees through the process of building, designing, and launching their very own bottle rockets. It’s the…

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 Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea

Ever wondered how people are rescued at sea—or how science helps save lives? Come find out at Marine Rescue: The Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea! Over two action-packed Saturdays, join us at the Marine Rescue Port Macquarie Boatshed for a fun, free, and family-friendly science open day. In five engaging talks, you’ll hear from…

Grow Our Own STEM Industry Tours 2025

In celebration of National Science Week 2025, Grow Our Own is proud to continue our successful Industry Tour program, highlighting STEM within our region. Travel across the entire Riverina region to hear from our STEM industry partners and employers in free workshop and tours.   From agricultural engineering to winemaking, food development laboratories to renewable energy…