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…
Topic: Environment and Nature
The Evolution of Forensic Science Careers – Speak with professionals in the field
Are you interested in the field of Forensic Science? The Australia and New Zealand Forensic Science Society (ANZFSS) Student Representative Group (SRG) present a Forensic Science careers night to encourage those who are interested in pursuing a future in forensics. Learn from forensic science practitioners at all different career stages to learn about where a…
Bush Alchemy – Exploring Indigenous botanicals and bushtucker in spirits
Join us for a vibrant, sensory deep‑dive into the science, culture, and flavour of Australia’s native botanicals. Bush Alchemy is a 90‑minute guided experience hosted by On Country Craft Distillery, the only distillery owned and operated entirely by First Nations women in Australia. We invite you to explore how bushtucker plants are understood, harvested, and…
Raindrop To Reef: Science in action at DETSI
This panel event will showcase the collaborative efforts across DETSI to conserve the Great Barrier Reef region. Highlighting the projects, teams and people working to improve water quality, protect marine ecosystems and support evidence-based policy, the event will demonstrate how DETSI is helping secure a sustainable future for the Reef and the communities and industries…
Seeds of Science, Rooted in Knowledge – A Bibbulmun Track Quiz Night
Where curiosity takes root and knowledge grows. Celebrate National Science Week with a fun-filled evening of nature, science, Bibbulmun Track-inspired trivia… and practical prizes! Gather your friends, family, walking companions or workplace team and put your knowledge to the test across four exciting rounds of quiz questions, interactive table challenges and plenty of surprises along…
Forces and States of Matter for Little Learners – SGP26
For my event I am going to a Primary School class to engage the students in hands on experiments in small groups and a quick demonstration at the end. I will have two stations, the first, a forces and motion focused activity called ballon rockets! In this activity the students will make their own Lego…
National Science Week Activities
We are going to run fun Science Activities on the Friday of National Science Week hosted by staff.
Murgon SHS – STEM Gala Days
Get ready to grow, build, discover and explore! Join us at Murgon State High School for two exciting STEM Gala Days where Year 5 and 6 students from our local small primary schools will become scientists, engineers and problem-solvers for the day. Through four fun, hands-on 45-minute workshops, students will investigate the amazing world of…
Wings
Wings (science, music and art installation featuring the birds of Sydney) and The Theory of Relativity (a musical take on Einstein’s theory), are a paired set of performances in the Coal Loader, Waverton. These shows consider the beauty and power of Sydney’s birdlife, melding the creative and the scientific through video, photo, installation, live performance and music….
STEM in the Tropics – Learn how to measure and conserve water with WaterAlive
Every drop counts! Come and discover how science, maths and a little detective work can help you save water and money at home. At our interactive WaterAlive stand, you’ll learn how to measure and understand where water is being used throughout your household, both individually and as a family. Using simple calculations and real-world data,…