Grow, test, create, and imagine the future of food in space with our interactive STEM research kit. Join the Plants for Space researchers to re-imagine how we can grow the plants and make food for astronauts that tastes good and that they actually want to eat! Your Mission: Become a space farmer, sow your astro…
Topic: Environment and Nature
Jurassic Wonders
Step into a world of roaring adventure! Get ready for Jurassic Wonders – the ultimate hands-on science spectacular for curious kids aged 3–11 and their families. Packed with excitement and discovery, this one-of-a-kind event is where dinosaurs roam, stars shine, and ancient cultures come to life. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be swept into…
Southern Nights – The Science and Beauty of Aurora Australis
A powerful photographic journey revealing Tasmania’s unique connection to the southern lights. During the 2025 solar maximum, this exhibition showcases award-winning photography that captures aurora australis as it illuminates Tasmania’s dark night skies. The collection celebrates Tasmania’s position as Australia’s best aurora viewing location. Each photograph captures different aurora forms including arcs, rays, curtains, and…
Fungi and soil ecology Walk and Talk
Join us for a half-day “Walk and Talk” where we explore the fascinating world of fungi and their vital role in ecosystems. Starting with a talk at the Eltham Living & Learning Centre, you’ll learn the basics of fungal biology, their importance in soil health, and how to work with fungi to support thriving gardens…
Jingili Science Expo and Science Fair Extravaganza
The Jingili Primary School Science Expo and Science Fair Extravaganza returns! July 31 is all about discovery at the Science Expo. Think like a scientist with awesome hands-on experiments. Ask smart questions, guess what happens with predictions and test your ideas. Learn how science helps us understand the world around us from visiting scientists and…
Bring Street Science to Your School or Community: Custom Stage Shows for National Science Week 2025
Get ready to blast off into the unknown! Street Science’s brand-new stage show “Into The Unknown” for National Science Week 2025 is packed with never-before seen demonstrations, awesome explosions, and science that’ll leave you saying “WOW!” This year’s theme is Decoding the Universe – Exploring the Unknown with Nature’s Hidden Language. Our show takes you…
Space Music Presented by Australian Baroque
Presented by Australian Baroque at Koorliny Arts Centre, Kwinana, enjoy stunning NASA imagery and film accompanied by a chamber ensemble. Two special performances of the special musical extravaganza, where astrophysicist and Venusian Volcanologist Dr Antony Brian joins Australian Baroque to take you on a multi-sensory journey through space and time. Australian Baroque is a national ensemble…
Junior Brain Games
Think science is just boring equations or something only brainiacs do? Think again! Science is everywhere—helping us create, play, and discover amazing things about the world. And this National Science Week, you get to be part of the action! Gunnedah Library is transforming into a science wonderland with Junior Brain Games and Crafty Creations. Get…
Science Munch – Brain Break Cuppa Quiz
Read this first! Beware science and baked goods imminent. Come, enjoy warm collegial company with your hot beverage. Inject some zest for science into the departmental office’s day.
Coding for Kids
Follow one of our Scratch coding tutorials to decode the Universe! Use our My Constellation project to create your own constellation and story to go with it. Great for anyone new to Scratch coding. In our Turtle Tracker project, use real-life data that tracks the movements of 5 turtles. Use this data to create their…