Have you ever wondered what makes a rocket fly into the air? As part of National Science Week, students from Years 3 to 6 at Carnegie Primary School explored this question through a hands-on rocket investigation. They launched both stomp rockets and water bottle rockets, testing how different kinds of force affect how high and…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Opening of Lizard Haven
Have you ever seen a real-life dragon? We have! Eastern Water Dragons live around our school, sunbaking on rocks and darting into the bushes. This Science Week, we want to create something special just for them—a Lizard Haven! It will be a new garden built by students, full of native plants, big rocks, logs, and…
Melba Copland Science week
Predator Prey Native or Feral – Use environmental DNA to identify predators in an enclosed environment, and How does my garden grow or Where did that plant come from? Students investigate predation of birds in a nature reserve, and use environmental DNA to identify possible predators, either native of non-native, and determine from environmental clues…
CDU Open Day Casuarina
From VR and robotics to live music and research tours, Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Casuarina Campus will open its doors this Saturday, 16 August, from 9am to 1pm, inviting visitors to experience the University first-hand.
Teddy Bear’s Picnic
Grab your favourite teddy and head to The Esplanade for one of the most joyful days on the Darwin calendar. With dress-ups, discos, art, and endless fun for the little ones (and their grown-ups), it’s the perfect way to kick off the festival season. Don’t forget to stop by the Fun Bus stall! We’ve got:…
STEMtastic Fest at Casuarina Square
Get ready for a science-filled experience for all ages. Join us at STEMtastic Fest and take part in hands-on activities, live animal encounters, space-themed experiments, LEGO building, and more – all designed to spark curiosity and creativity. What to expect: Discover the STEM Discovery Zone Get creative in the Creative STEM Zone Meet native animals…
Darwin Career Expo
Find your passion in August, 2025 at our 3rd annual Darwin Careers Expo at the Territory Netball Stadium. Our annual expos have grown and been recognised as the most comprehensive careers, employment and training events in Australia! This expo delivers the latest, up to date Career opportunities available in Australia!
Science Week at Immaculate Heart!
🔬✨ Science Week Highlights! 🚀🧠 Our school was buzzing with curiosity and creativity during Science Week! From exciting experiments to hands-on tech fun, every student had a chance to explore, discover, and innovate. 🧪 Morning Magic Years 3–6 kicked off with a fascinating Science Week Incursion K–2 enjoyed a special Science Storytime, sparking wonder…
Young Tassie Scientist at Star of the Sea College (George Town Library)
This year’s Young Tassie Scientists from the University of Tasmania are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. Some of the Young Tassie Scientists on the north-east road trip are: Alex Paton (She/her), Ecologist – Tagging tabbies Victoria Roy (She/her), Microbiologist –…
Young Tassie Scientist at Port Dalrymple School (George Town Library)
This year’s Young Tassie Scientists from the University of Tasmania are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. Some of the Young Tassie Scientists on the north-east road trip are: Alex Paton (She/her), Ecologist – Tagging tabbies Victoria Roy (She/her), Microbiologist –…