Physics Fun and Games – creative minds and teamwork solve problems! In teams of 4, you will need to work together to move the Hydraulic Arm and use it to complete 2 tasks (a 3rd if you need more fun!) This will challenge you and your friends or family’s, ability to plan, to communicate, and…
Topic: Physics
Champagne Science – Bubbles, myths and magic
What do bubbles, chemistry, physics and a glass of Champagne have in common? Join us for a special National Science Week edition of Talks on Tuesdays and discover the surprising science behind one of the world’s most celebrated drinks. Talks on Tuesdays is a live lecture series held in Melbourne’s favourite pubs, bars and social…
Quantum computing – The basics, the history, the future
Join us online for a fun and insightful dive into the world of Quantum! We’ll cover the basics of quantum computing, explore its history, and take a peek at what the future holds. Whether you’re curious or tech-savvy, this event is a great way to stay ahead in the quantum computing game. Don’t miss out on the chance to see…
Under the Sea – Coral Reefs Webinars with Questacon
Make a splash with us this National Science Week! We’ll look at what makes up the coral reef and the animals that live in them. You will make your own model reef, learn about some of the conditions corals need in order to survive, and how engineers test equipment to help us study the ocean…
Foldable Flight – Webinars with Questacon
Fly high with us this National Science Week! We’ll explore the forces and features that let planes defy gravity. Participants will get hands on and design two different types of paper planes and experiment with various design features to change how their planes fly. We’ll guide participants through experiments using simple materials, while collecting their…
Australia’s Search for the Missing Part of the Universe
Join the National Quantum & Dark Matter Road Trip for a public talk from Dr Jeremy Bourhill. Did you know a huge part of the Universe is missing? For our Universe to look the way it does, for it to even exist in the first place, requires that we add in some extra ingredients other…
Seriously Fun Science Show
This is a high-energy, story-driven celebration of scientific discovery designed to ignite curiosity, captivate minds, and inspire audiences of all ages! Led by Street Science’s team of qualified science communicators, this action-packed show features jaw-dropping demonstrations that make learning unforgettable! Prepare to be amazed by spectacular colour changes, freezing cold materials, and thrilling explosions. From…
Rocket Launching
Get ready for lift-off, as you launch your own rockets and aim for the stars with ‘It’s Rocket Science’. Discover more about the science behind rocketry, flight, the laws of motion, and aerodynamics as you blast off as part of World Science Festival Queensland. See how far your rocket can fly, or compete against a…
World Science Festival Queensland Chinchilla: Community Day
World Science Festival Queensland 2026 brings you mind-blowing wonders. This free, all-ages event features hands-on activities and live shows in a fun, kaleidoscopic celebration of science, technology and nature. Be taken on a journey through wildly different ecosystems, astonishing technologies and groundbreaking engineering feats. Discover surprising wonders of the natural world, explore the thrilling role…
World Science Festival Queensland Chinchilla: Student Day
World Science Festival Queensland 2026 brings you mind-blowing wonders that are, in a word, wild! This kaleidoscopic celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths takes students on a journey through wildly different ecosystems, astonishing technologies and groundbreaking engineering feats. Discover surprising wonders of the natural world, explore the thrilling role of tech in extreme environments, and…