In autumn across the Hunter region, colourful and strange mushrooms pop up, each lasting for a few hours or a few days. Some of them even glow in the dark! The hidden physics behind the glow and the spreading of mushroom spores will be explored in this talk, as we kick off National Science Week…
Meet Tangaroa Blue Foundation at the Cairns Launch! Tangaroa Blue Foundation is a leading Australia-wide charity dedicated to protecting our oceans by preventing and removing marine debris. We coordinate the Australian Marine Debris Initiative (AMDI), an inspiring on-ground network of volunteers, communities, and organisations working together to clean up our coastlines and build a massive…
To celebrate National Science Week 2026, NT Fisheries will hold an interactive event for high school students to discover how Fisheries scientists use data, research, and technology to understand the health of fish populations and make informed decisions about managing our fisheries. Students will explore how fisheries scientists collect information from fishers, surveys, and scientific…
Join us at the Long Gully Community Garden for a morning where we plant seeds and share growing tips. We will be growing several varieties of the same vegetable and comparing how each variety has similar (or different!) growing conditions and needs and how each culture would utilize the vegetables once grown. Our seeds will…
Did you know that most animals are insects? Did you know that most insects are unknown to science? Join researchers at the Australian National University to explore the hidden insect biodiversity all around us. At this interactive workshop, you’ll get the chance to look at real insect specimens collected in scientific research, learn how to…
How do scientists find and count koalas in the wild? Find out during National Science Week 2026 by joining a real koala research survey at The Koala Sanctuary on Kangaroo Island. This is not just a talk: citizen scientists will collect observations that support wildlife monitoring and conservation. Participants will join a guided koala survey…
We’re lifting the hood on the most misunderstood organ in biology: the clitoris! Through immersive performances, outrageous anatomical costumes, and wild but true tales from the animal kingdom, you’ll learn what you should have learned in sex-ed. By looking to science and the world around us, we celebrate and empower perspectives that have historically been…
Join us at Caroline Springs Library and Learning Hub to celebrate National Science Week, Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Lesley Head, author of ‘Beyond Green, The Social Life of Australian Nature’, will share her passion and knowledge, discussing the idea of nature as it relates to culture, society and humanity. Lesley Head is…
Come join us for a deliciously fun journey where science meets snacks and vegetables become new best friends! Foodie Fun Play! is a hands-on science adventure designed to help young children explore fruits and vegetables through fun, creative play. Perfect for curious little eaters aged 3 to 8, this unique event blends storytelling, science, and…
Join Watergum’s environmental science team to learn how you can help monitor and protect koalas in your community. This free webinar will cover: How to identify signs of koala activity, Recognising signs of illness, Know who to contact if a koala needs help, and How to collect important data to support koala conservation across Queensland….
