Would you recognise a native South Australian land snail if you saw one? Join us during National Science Week for a snail and slug ID workshop with Peter Hunt from the Malacological Society of South Australia. While much work is done to combat the invasive species, little has been known about our native fauna; how…
Celebrate National Science Week with us at our Curious Kids Science Lab! Calling all little scientists aged 2–5 years. Join us for a fun-filled morning of discovery, creativity and hands-on learning as we explore the amazing science all around us. Through exciting play-based activities, children and their families will investigate, experiment and discover…
Are you hungry for healthy plants? At Cleve Area School, we’re running an event called Greenhouse Plant Monitoring. This is your chance to become a real scientist and use cool technology to help plants grow! Here’s what you’ll do: You’ll use special sensors, called Microbits, to check how moist the soil is and how healthy the…
Frogs are among Australia’s most fascinating wildlife, playing a vital role in healthy ecosystems and helping scientists understand environmental change. Join Dr Mariel Familiar L., from Spanish Researchers in Australia-Pacific (SRAP), at the Queensland National Science Week launch event “STEM in the Tropics” to explore the colourful and surprising world of frogs and discover how research…
Join TropWATER at James Cook University for an interactive experience showcasing Indigenous-led marine conservation in action. Explore a unique collection of training resources developed in partnership with Indigenous Ranger groups across Western Australia, the Northern Territory and Queensland, including videos, seagrass species identification guides and field manuals used in real-world monitoring programs. Get hands-on with…
Did you know bats are some of nature’s most important pollinators and seed dispersers, helping to keep tropical forests healthy and thriving? Join the Bats and Trees Society of Cairns at the Queensland National Science Week launch “STEM in the Tropics” and discover the fascinating world of these incredible nighttime superheroes. The Bats and Trees…
Join us for a bugtastic visit from local animal handlers Wildlife Reimagined. Experienced animal educators will introduce us to the mini beasts that help our ecosystem to stay balanced, and we will get up close and personal with everything from spiders and scorpions to snails and stick insects. This is an interactive experience where you…
The Cairns Port Douglas Reef Hub stand at the National Science Week launch event is your opportunity to connect with the people, organisations and initiatives making a real difference to reef resilience across the Cairns region. Whether you’re a student, teacher, tourism operator, community volunteer, conservation enthusiast or simply someone who loves the Reef, there’s…
Seeds of Science: Plant, Prepare & Explore Celebrating National Science Week 2026 Our Gatehouse Montessori – Rosewater Centre is excited to host “Seeds of Science: Plant, Prepare & Explore” as part of our celebration of National Science Week 2026. Join us for a fun and meaningful hands-on science experience designed for children, families, and our local…
We can’t wait to welcome you to Open Day at UQ’s Gatton campus. Explore your interests and study options in agricultural, animal and plant sciences, as well as agribusiness. Immerse yourself in university life and get answers to all your questions. Today is your chance to see what your life could look like as…
