What does it take to perform on the world stage? And how does science help athletes achieve their best? Join Associate Professor Joshua Guy in conversation with Olympian James Connor and Paralympian Korey Boddington for an inspiring discussion exploring the intersection of sport, science, technology and human performance. From training techniques and recovery strategies to…
Topic: Environment and Nature
National Science Week themed walk – Seeds of Wonder
Seeds of plants come in all shapes and sizes. Seeds, with their packed lunch on board, are a place where time can stand still. But seeds don’t stand still, they move around the environment. Join us for a free guided walk in the Gardens and discover some of the amazing properties of seeds. Meet at…
Seeds of Science at Canberra Centre
Seeds of Science at Canberra Centre Join the Australian National Botanic Gardens and the National Seed Bank at Canberra Centre for a fun-filled weekend of discovery as part of National Science Week 2026! This year’s school theme, “Seeds of Science: Nurturing knowledge for all”, comes to life through hands-on activities that explore the fascinating world…
STEM in the Tropics – Learn about the possibilities for your community with Brisbane 2032
Get ready to experience the excitement, inspiration and possibilities of Brisbane 2032. Visit the Brisbane 2032 stand to meet Olympic and Paralympic representatives, including Dominique Lamb, Director of Communities for Brisbane 2032, and discover how sport has the power to bring people together, build confidence, develop skills and create opportunities for people of all ages…
Women in Science Podcast – Where does your food come from? A farm-to-plate adventure
Did you know the average Australian eats 52kg of chicken a year? Meet Dr Ellie, an expert in animal science and production who studies how to keep farm animals happy and healthy while helping grow the food we eat every day! Ellie talks about her early education in the midst of war, how a broken…
National Science Week – Spotlight on Science
Get ready for a fun and interactive science experience to celebrate National Science Week! This unique event will allow you to rotate through engaging science stations, meeting and learning from Council’s very own environmental scientists. Gain insight into a variety of environmental topics through hand-on activities and fascinating demonstrations. Fire Behaviour and Ecology: Discover how…
Island of Ideas – Dispatches from the Far South
2026 Philip Law Lecture Antarctica and the Southern Ocean lie at the heart of our global climate system. This icy region connects the atmosphere and the ocean abyss. The Antarctic Ice Sheet stores records of our past and how it responds to the present will shape our future. The Far South is changing rapidly. We…
STEM in the Tropics – Understanding Country through First Nations Science
Healthy rivers and catchments are the lifeblood of Far North Queensland, shaping our environment, communities, culture and economy. Join the Cairns and Far North Environment Centre (CAFNEC) for an inspiring and interactive event exploring how science helps us understand, care for and protect the waterways that connect our mountains, rainforests, rivers, wetlands and the Great…
STEM in the Tropics – Bigger than you, older than dinosaurs meet the incredible sawfish
Get up close to one of Australia’s most extraordinary and endangered aquatic animals with Sharks And Rays Australia. This interactive exhibit invites visitors of all ages to discover the fascinating world of sawfish through hands-on activities, real scientific research and citizen science. The stars of the display are enormous sawfish rostra (or “saws”) measuring over…
Murgon State High School From Bush Foods to Big Ideas – STEM for a Healthy Future
Discover how science, culture, health and innovation come together to create opportunities for the future. Students will explore a range of hands-on STEM experiences, including a taste of cutting-edge food science research led by The University of Queensland. Learn how researchers are working with Indigenous knowledge holders to develop a low-sugar drink using native Australian…