Lakeland Senior High School is excited to host its very first Science Fair as part of the celebrations for National Science Week. Students will have the opportunity to investigate a scientific topic that interests them and share their learning with the school community. Participants can create a poster, model, or another visual display to showcase…
Topic: Chemistry and Materials
Plants for Space – Seeding Science from Outback to Outer Space
What do you eat when you’re two years from home and hurtling towards Mars? And what can thousands of years of Indigenous plant knowledge teach us about growing food beyond Earth? Come find out — drop in, explore and be amazed! Plants for Space has landed in Carnarvon, and we’re throwing open the doors of…
Expanding the Cosmos at Mount Gnomon
Escape to the Dark Skies of Mount Gnomon Farm for a memorable evening of astronomy, culture, food, and music in one of the most atmospheric settings of North West Lutruwita/Tasmania. With minimal light pollution and the lush surrounds of the Dial Range, this is the perfect spot to gaze skyward and contemplate our place in…
Quantum Future Talent – From Curiosity to Career
Curious about where quantum could take you? Quantum is shaping the future of technology – from computing to cybersecurity – and it’s opening new career pathways across a range of industries. At Quantum Future Talent: From Curiosity to Career, you’ll hear directly from people working in the industry and gain a clear understanding of what quantum…
Explore Chemical Sciences at Byford Library – Ages 4 to 8
Celebrate National Science Week at Byford Library with Science Alive‘s exciting Chemical Sciences workshop. Young scientists will explore the properties of everyday materials through fun hands-on experiments and demonstrations. From giant bubbles and dancing currants to magic mud and surprising chemical reactions, children will discover how materials can change when they are mixed, heated, stretched,…
Little Scientists at Byford Library
Celebrate National Science Week with Nature Seekers’ popular Little Scientists program. Through hands-on STEM activities, sensory exploration, and exciting experiments, young children ages 0 to 5 will develop scientific thinking skills while discovering the joy of curiosity, investigation, and learning through play. Suitable for young children and their families.
Supersonic Science Hands on Workshop at Clem Kentish Hall
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 included) Vortex Cannons – Fluid dynamics Elephant’s Toothpaste – Exothermic reactions (demonstration) Burning Bubbles – (Demonstration, dependent on safety requirements) Ages: 6–12 All…
The Future Starts Here – STEMM After School
What comes after Year 12? Whether you’re considering university, exploring career options, or still figuring out what your future might look like, this panel event is designed to help you navigate the possibilities. Join a diverse panel of university students and STEMM professionals as they share their journeys from school into study, work, and everything…
STEM-tacular at Gosnells Library
A STEM-tacular experience for curious minds of all ages. Celebrate National Science Week with a huge morning of hands-on STEM fun for all ages! Explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics through interactive workshops, live demonstrations, creative challenges and family-friendly activities. Meet author-scientist Dr Rina Fu for an entertaining science show and creative parasite-design workshop, test…
Glass Lab – Seeds of Science
What happens when you mix curiosity, creativity and a little bit of heat? Seeds of Science is your chance to find out! Step into a world where art and science come together in exciting and surprising ways. At Canberra Glassworks, you’ll explore how artists experiment, test ideas and learn about the natural world—just like scientists…