Join us at the Museum of the Goldfields for an unforgettable evening filled with science fun for all ages — featuring hands-on experiments, robotics, and fascinating discoveries designed to spark curiosity and wonder. This year, we’ll dive into the official National Science Week theme: “Decoding the Universe – Exploring the Unknown with Nature’s Hidden Language.”…
Topic: Chemistry and Materials
Communicating science to non-scientists
Get the skills and strategies needed to communicate research in science and technology to a range of non-scientifically oriented audiences. This hands-on training will prepare you to: write material for many outlets, including in-house, local and international publications and the digital media. liaise with journalists. prepare successful pitches. The session will be particularly helpful for…
Rhodes Science Fair
Join us for an unforgettable day of scientific exploration and excitement at the Rhodes Science Fair 2024! Celebrate science with exciting activities, interactive exhibits and fascinating presentations. This free community event is for all ages, celebrating lifelong learning and inspiring a love of science. Explore a wide range of activities that the whole family can…
Play and Explore
Get ready to ignite your curiosity and explore the wonders of the universe as Georges River Libraries presents an out of this world lineup of activities for National Science Week. This year’s theme, Decoding the Universe, promises to captivate budding scientists and curious minds of all ages. Play and Explore is the highlight of the…
The Science of Timber
Come along and hear from a range of experts about the production, aging and conservation of timber and its unique properties in terms of carpentry and furniture design. This program is presented alongside Bayside Gallery’s exhibition Schulim Krimper: mid-century artist and master craftsman.
Weird Science with SciWorld
Is it real? Or just plain weird? Drop in and see amazing science in action with experiments like pH testing, making plastic cups cluck like chickens and making Oobleck slime. It is about tricks, illusions and just plain weird but fascinating science. You are guaranteed fun while you learn something new.
Experiments! Excitement! Explosions!
Experiments! Excitement! Explosions! Come and join us for a spectacular afternoon to celebrate National Science Week 2025! Discover the magic of science and learn all about different materials, textures and reactions! Watch the seriously spectacular science stage show and take part in some hands-on experiments that will bubble, fizz and change colour!
Townsville STEM Faire 2025
Ignite your curiosity at the Townsville STEM Faire this National Science Week! Join Townsville City Libraries and the Townsville STEM Hub for a day of discovery in science, technology, engineering and maths. From prep students to professionals, the Townsville STEM Faire has something to inspire everyone. Experience live science shows and talks by leading researchers,…
The Royal Queensland Show, Ekka
Celebrate National Science Week at the Ekka! Ekka’s Learning Trail – Where Agriculture Meets Innovation Embark on a self-guided journey with Ekka’s agronomist Rhonda and her Farmyard Friends as you explore the science behind food, fibres, and farming on the Ekka’s Learning Trail. Designed for students and families, this interactive trail features eight engaging stations—from…
2025 Marie Curie Lectures – Your quantum future with Dr Sol H Jacobsen
The humble electron is a pillar of modern technology. They power almost every aspect of daily life, from your toaster to your phone. But these devices use only one quantum property of the electrons: their charge. Today, physicists are harnessing other properties – such as their “spin” – to advance a new technological revolution. This…