Have you ever wondered if sharks sleep, how seabirds migrate across entire oceans, or what it really takes to protect endangered marine species? This National Science Week, from 15 to 23 August, your class is invited to put their curiosity to the test by asking ocean experts from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) about our…
For the first time anywhere in the world, the public is invited to experience Postcards from Antarctica. Created aboard the final Homeward Bound voyage to Antarctica in 2025, Postcards from Antarctica is a collaborative artwork developed by 124 women and non-binary people working across science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine (STEMM). Together, they transformed 132 individual…
This isn’t just a workshop—it’s a fully immersive adventure into one of the most biodiverse environments on Earth. Photograph tiny rainforest wonders by day, then watch the forest come alive after dark. Designed for like-minded macro photographers, this experience blends expert guidance, incredible locations, and unforgettable encounters. Step into the hidden world of the tropics…
Step into the heart of scientific discovery at Science on Show — Melbourne Museum’s annual celebration of National Science Week. For one special day, meet the minds behind the Museum as scientists, researchers and collection experts share fascinating stories, rare specimens and surprising discoveries. Explore hands-on displays, pop-up talks and family-friendly activities throughout the Museum, then gather…
Join us for National Science Week at QIMR Berghofer with our free public lecture – Tiny Creatures. Global Impact. Hear from three leading QIMR Berghofer researchers exploring how mosquitoes, parasites and mites affect global health. Explore our new Tropical Health Foyer Display featuring a parasite exhibition, giant 3D mosquito and hanging schistosome worm! Learn about:…
Come and join us at lunchtime for an exciting documentary!
An excursion with grade 4 students from Gladstone West State School over to Quoin Island. The students learn about sustainability practices for caring for marine life and participate in activities to preserve marine habitat.
An excursion with grade 4 students from Gladstone West State School over to Quoin Island. The students learn about sustainability practices for caring for marine life and participate in activities to preserve marine habitat.
Celebrate National Science Week with the YWCA Canberra Clubhouse Creators Challenge! Young people aged 10–15 will work in pairs to become young scientists by planning, conducting, and presenting exciting science experiments. Each team has selected a different experiment to investigate, providing the opportunity to explore scientific concepts through hands-on learning. This fun and interactive challenge…
Come and join us for a buzz-tastic National Science Week Craft. We will be getting creative by constructing a gorgeous, hanging Bee Mobile to take home! This hands-on craft explores balance and physics while showcasing the biology of the hive and the importance of bees as pollinators.
