Finding the Best Start for Seeds: A Soil Science Mission What does it take to give a seed the best possible start? Join the young scientists of St Columba College as they embark on a hands-on mission to uncover the secrets hidden beneath our feet. Participants will investigate how rocks become soil, discover the living…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Accrete A Planet and Seed Library – Science show and workshops
Accrete a Planet + Seed Library Following on from HIC’s 2025 investigation of the Earth and its surrounding neighborhood of planets, the students of Holy Innocents will conduct an analogue experiment to grow a new planet for our Solar System … to replace Pluto after it was kicked out. This process will explore the stages…
Flora, Fauna and TIGRR – The past and future of biology
One tour, three unique experiences… Visit the University’s Herbarium – home to 150,000 plant specimens including some collected by Captain Cook’s crew – which plays a vital role in biodiversity research. Delve into the Tiegs Museum to find animal specimens ranging from an extinct moa to a chimpanzee skeleton signed by Jane Goodall. Discover pioneering efforts in marsupial…
Parkdale Secondary College Science Fair – Where great ideas collide
Founded in 2024 by a group of enterprising Year 9 students, the Parkdale Science Fair brings together curious minds from Years 5 to 12 and local primary schools to celebrate hands‑on STEM. After attracting hundreds of entries across six feeder schools, Parkdale students and staff in 2025, the Fair returns in 2026 bigger and bolder…
Smart Greenhouse STEM project
Our Years 7 to 9 STEM Academy students will complete a Smart Greenhouse STEM project, in which they will grow seeds of their choice—such as barley, wheat, or corn—using the Smart Greenhouse kit. Throughout National Science Week, they will monitor light and soil moisture conditions using Micro:bits. Students will work collaboratively while applying critical and…
Advanced Analysis of Stone Tools Tell Ancient Stories
Museums, universities and other institutions have collected many cultural artefacts that belong to Indigenous communities, including stone tools – the research focus of archaeologist and geochemist Dr Michelle Richard. Streaming live from the Parkville campus, discover how the origins of these tools are often mysterious: how old are they and where do they come from,…
National Science Week Science Show at Daramalan College
This event will be two lunch time sessions. The first will be during our regular science club meeting which will involve science-themed escape rooms and crystal growing activities. The second is a science show, with the main demonstration being uses of liquid nitrogen (e.g. ice cream making, breaking small objects, interactions with water).
STEM Day For Girls
Our special event is all about showing girls in Stage 2 and Stage 3 that science, technology, engineering and math aren’t just school subjects – or just for boys – they’re exciting pathways to real‑world careers where women can shine. During the day, students will participate in up to three hands‑on STEM projects, each linked…
Science at Central
This National Science Week, join UNE Discovery Voyager and UNE Botany academics as we explore the processes that sustain plant life on Earth, to appreciate the wonders of science. We will explore the humble seed as a key to unlock the captivating world of plant life, bridging connections between soil science, ecosystems, art, and biology….
Pre Primary Visit Apace Nursery in North Fremantle
Seeds of Science a collaboration between Fremantle Primary School and Apace Nursery in North Fremantle Wednesday 19th or Thursday 20th August A hands-on interactive programme for Pre Primary students at FPS. Bus to APACE Nursery Johannah St, North Fremantle. Meet and Greet Apace Zoe – toilets River blessing / Acknowledgment of country – Prawn bay …