Family Science Day at Hive

Family Science Day returns to Hive as part of National Science Week 2026, bringing together a full day of hands-on science, interactive exhibits, live presentations, planetarium shows and opportunities to meet Tasmanian scientists. Inspired by this year’s National Science Week school theme, Seeds of Science: Nurturing Knowledge for All, the program invites curious minds of…

Expanding the Cosmos at Mount Gnomon

Escape to the Dark Skies of Mount Gnomon Farm for a memorable evening of astronomy, culture, food, and music in one of the most atmospheric settings of North West Lutruwita/Tasmania. With minimal light pollution and the lush surrounds of the Dial Range, this is the perfect spot to gaze skyward and contemplate our place in…

Ulverstone Cultural Walk with Lyndon O’Neil

Join local Aboriginal steward of Country Lyndon O’Neil for a guided walk through the Kokonnengar cultural precinct in Bicentennial Park, Ulverstone, and discover the stories, science and living knowledge held within this important cultural landscape. Along the way, you’ll explore the connections between people, plants, animals and place, while learning how cultural knowledge, careful observation…

SCINEMA Film Festival at Victoria Park Community Centre

Join the Victoria Park Community Centre for a free community screening of SCINEMA, Australia’s international science film festival, as part of National Science Week. Through a collection of inspiring short films and documentaries, we’ll explore fascinating science stories from around the world — from space and technology to nature, health and the environment. SCINEMA brings…

SCINEMA Film Festival – Great Southern, Great Science

Grab your popcorn and prepare to have your mind mildly (or magnificently) blown at the Museum of the Great Southern. SCINEMA serves up a reel mix of science films that are smarter than your average blockbuster—but just as entertaining. From weird wonders to big “aha!” moments, these stories prove that science isn’t just in labs……

Howrah Primary School asks – Do plants have superpowers?

Get ready to dig in and discover the amazing world of plants! In this hands-on science adventure, students will take the lead in a student-led exhibition, where they design and create their own mini ecosystems — from sunny habitats to cooler environments — and share their learning with younger students. Acting as real scientists, they…

Platypus Guardian Film Screening and Q and A with Pete Walsh

Join us at the National Film and Sound Archive this National Science Week for a special screening of The Platypus Guardian. This inspiring film tells the story of Pete Walsh, a dedicated conservationist working to protect platypus populations in urban waterways. The film follows Pete’s journey as he learns about platypus, studies their habitat, and…

East Kimberley College Native Edible Garden

As part of Science Week, primary and secondary students will work to design and establish a native edible garden featuring local East Kimberley plants. Students will investigate the scientific, cultural and environmental importance of native species, including edible bush foods traditionally used by Miriwoong people. The project will introduce students to plants suited to the…

Sowing the Seeds of Love at Joondalup Primary School

‘Sowing the Seeds of Love’ will run from 15 -23 August 2026, involving 400 K-6 mainstream and 100 educational support centre students. The week will include rotational inquiry/PBL based STEAM investigations integrated through MESH subjects, with ideas adapted from the ASTA resource book. The outcome is to plant the seeds of curiosity, inquiry and hope…