In celebration of National Science Week 2025, Dripstone Middle School is delighted to host its vibrant and thought-provoking annual science fair themed “Unveiling the Mystery of the Earth and Beyond”, serving as the guiding light for a spectacular showcase of STEAM-based learning and innovation. Embark into the journey of curiosity and critical exploration from the…
Topic: Environment and Nature
ERTHWRX24
ERTHWRX24 is a multi-day community event of panel-talks, exhibitions, presentations, performances, installations and workshops. This event involves the nexus between science, arts, culture, and activist discourse focused on environmentalism. ERTHWRX24 will bring together community, scientists and artists. Panel topics include: Indigenous perspectives on land stewardship Biodiversity conservation and sustainable living practices Global wildlife disease Soil…
Innovative STEAM Renewable Energy Design Challenge
National Science Week is an exciting opportunity for Dripstone to showcase the innovative and progressive ideas of our students in the field of STEAM. As a part of the week-long celebration, we are organising a science fair that will involve the entire school community, including council members, ministers, and primary schools. Innovation: Powering Future Industries….
Our Ocean, Our Future
Dive into the science of ocean environments in this interactive virtual excursion from the Museum of the Sea. The ocean is a unique, irreplaceable environment that is home to many living things. This session builds on UNESCO’s ocean literacy principles to help students understand why the ocean is important for all life on Earth. We’ll…
Deep Sea Habitats and Adaptations
Dive in deep as we explore each of the five ocean zones and discover what makes them a unique habitat. We’ll investigate each layer of the ocean and discuss its environmental conditions, the species that have adapted to survive there and the technologies used to explore it. Students will: Learn about the physical conditions of…
Pollution Detectives
Learn about ocean plastic pollution and put your detective skills to the test! Plastic is all around us, but when it’s washed into the ocean it becomes a major problem. Discover how Seabin Foundation remove plastic pollution from our waterways and explore some of the surprising rubbish they have found. We’ll work together to trace…
Meet Deep Sea Engineer Tim Macdonald
Join us for this special interactive session with Tim Macdonald, an accomplished engineer who has travelled to the deepest part of the ocean in a submarine he helped to build! Tim will be presenting live from his current research trip in the Arctic Circle, where he will showcase some of the cutting-edge equipment he uses…
Be a Shark Scientist for a Day with Melissa Cristina Márquez
Meet marine scientist, shark expert and children’s book author Melissa Cristina Márquez in this special Science Week Zoom session! Melissa will share her beautiful picture book Mother of Sharks, discuss her work as a shark scientist, and explain why sharks are so important to healthy oceans. She’ll also touch on the threats sharks face today…
Decoding the Ocean
This event for high school students brings together ocean scientists and the Royal Australian Navy to present inspiring talks to students about STEM topics, such as climate science, meteorology and oceanography. Meet some of our speakers: Matthew England is a keen swimmer, surfer and oceanographer and is passionate about protecting our oceans from climate change…
Ocean Art Exhibition
Ocean Art Exhibition invites residents from the local region to showcase their creativity! Entries are welcomed across multiple categories including 2D works, 3D creations, First Nations art and a unique Marine Debris category. Prizes will be awarded across different age groups and categories, encouraging participation from all ages, as well as a People’s Choice Award sponsored by…