Listen to the amazing Sydney Youth Orchestra’s Symphonic Wind Orchestra performing Gustav Holst’s The Planets and more starry music before you embark on an evening of star and planet gazing. Dr Luke Barnes from Western Sydney University will provide you with an introduction in the stargazing. The Sydney City Skywatchers will provide guidance with their amazing telescopes, all…
Topic: Environment and Nature
SciFest 2025 Virtual Excursion Festival
SciFest is the biggest virtual excursion festival promoting science and technology in Australia! SciFest 2025 links up with National Science Week and is on between 11 and 15 August. SciFest virtual events will be for a range of audiences. The virtual events target a range of audiences through a series of engaging formats including; Science Storytime,…
SciFest 2025: Science Shows
SciFest 2025: Science Shows are on at 2pm, Monday 11, Tuesday 12, Thursday 14 and Friday 15 August for National Science Week. These virtual excursions are a fun and engaging way to celebrate National Science Week. They are designed for school age children, but everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Monday 11 August:…
SciFest 2025: Lunchtime Trivia
At 1pm each day the SciFest Lunchtime Trivia returns. Each day will have a different theme, so you can join in one day or all week. During the 30-minute sessions you can test your knowledge between classes, colleagues or family member, everyone is welcome. Monday 11 August: Join the Australian National Maritime Museum for an underwater…
Meet the Scientists – Celebrating diversity in STEM
Meet the Scientists – Celebrating Diversity in STEM is an inspiring, hands-on experience that puts the spotlight on the brilliant minds behind science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from culturally and racially marginalised communities. Across three engaging days, visitors will have the chance to meet scientists, engineers, and tech experts from diverse backgrounds who are…
Specimens Across Time
A 200th birthday tribute to Baron von Mueller. Join us for a special National Science Week public talk and step behind the scenes of the National Herbarium of Victoria. This year marks 200 years since the birth of Baron Ferdinand von Mueller—global scientific powerhouse, intrepid explorer, and founder of what is now the National Herbarium…
Roots Without Soil – My Hydroponics Blueprint and Project
Students will be introduced to the essential requirements for plant survival within a hydroponics system. They will have the opportunity to set up both do-it-yourself (DIY) and commercial (garden tower) hydroponics systems. Students should be able to explain how the watering system functions using a solar-powered pump. Additionally, they will get to plant and conduct…
Djäma limurr dhu marr ga limurrdhu guyaŋa rom ga dhäwu maypalwalaŋuwuy. We must remember the law and stories of the shellfish.
Join Shepherdson College this Term 3 as we embark on a deep dive into the world of maypal—the edible invertebrates that have sustained Yolŋu communities for millennia. From land snails and marine worms to witchetty grubs, maypal are more than just food; they are integral to our culture, lore, and connection to Country. Learn mroe…
Woodville Primary School STEMFEST 2025
Woodville Primary School – STEMFEST 2025: Decoding the Universe 📅 Tuesday 12th August 2025 | 🕑 Community Open Afternoon from 2:00pm To celebrate National Science Week 2025, Woodville Primary School is proudly hosting STEMFEST: Decoding the Universe — a full day of hands-on learning, scientific exploration, and community connection. Throughout the day, students will investigate…
Science Week with STEM Zone at Warragul Library
Celebrate National Science Week 2025 at the library with exciting and informative activities run by STEM Zone! You’ll learn all about: how integrated spiral shapes are in nature reactions involving UV light and magnetism how the Earth’s magnetic field can be used for navigation by humans and animals A National Science Week event, presented with…