What happens when an entire landscape burns and yet some places survive? Join Eli Bendall from the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment for a fascinating Science Week journey into the hidden refuges that help bushland and wildlife persist through some of Australia’s most extreme bushfires. Following the devastating Black Summer fires and increasing climate-driven droughts, scientists are racing to…
2026 Science Educators Colloquium Seeds of Science – Nurturing Knowledge for All TICKETS ON SALE NOW. The 2026 Science Educators Colloquium is a vibrant evening celebration designed to inspire, connect, and empower educators during National Science Week. Embracing this year’s theme — “Seeds of Science: Nurturing Knowledge for All” — the event highlights the essential…
Explore an exhibition that traces humanity’s evolving understanding of the cosmos, from ancient stargazers to modern astronomers, showcasing the interwoven roles of scientific observation and cultural interpretation. Curated by UNSW Library and developed in collaboration with the School of Physics and School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences (BEES), The Infinite Look: A history of…
Tucked into the Georges River bushland, Oatley Park is home to some of Sydney’s most precious native plants — and some of its most creative young bike riders. This August, both groups are coming together to make something new. Ramp Up is an intergenerational art workshop that invites young people aged 14 to 18 to…
Discover. Protect. Track. Join us for a fun-filled day of science, nature and adventure at the Blue Gum Turtle Festival! Celebrate the incredible turtles that call our local wetlands home and become a citizen scientist for the day. Visit the Turtle Science Hub to explore turtle anatomy, investigate wetland life under the microscope and watch…
Following a sold-out season at this year’s Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we’re delighted to welcome Julian O’Shea for the opening session of National Science Week at the Royal Society of Victoria. Geography Victoria, in partnership with the Royal Society of Victoria invites you to an afternoon of laughter, curiosity and fascinating stories about maps. Join…
Geospatial tools are changing the way we live, work and move around. We use them every day without thinking about it: when tracking a delivery or finding a nearby café. Satellites, drones and sensors manage traffic, respond to emergencies, monitor disasters, and constantly track our movements. Huge spatial data sets help us see new patterns. But…
Science Alive is an immersive event where you can discover the science behind all aspects of our day-to-day lives. It’s a great day out for the family where you can spark your curiosity, with a diverse range of exhibits and interactive displays. Come and experience ‘All kinds of Awesome’ with leading organisations and community groups….
Some of nature’s most spectacular experiences happen after the sun goes down! Are you curious about how to find bioluminescent sea sparkles, or ghost fungi glowing in the forest? Join David Finlay, a science communicator, photographer and passionate advocate of Australia’s remarkable bioluminescent wildlife. Through photography, social media, public presentations and volunteer night walks, David…
Wominjeka! Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia through a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing…
