For my event I am going to a Primary School class to engage the students in hands on experiments in small groups and a quick demonstration at the end. I will have two stations, the first, a forces and motion focused activity called ballon rockets! In this activity the students will make their own Lego…
Topic: Physics
Don’t Lose Your Head – The science of beer foam
Ever been disappointed when your frothy is… not so frothy? There is a surprising amount of physics and chemistry floating at the top of your beer glass! Join us for a lively, interactive presentation that reveals the scientific secrets behind the perfect pour. Hosted by the Darwin and NT Homebrewers, this interactive presentation features live…
Murgon SHS – STEM Gala Days
Get ready to grow, build, discover and explore! Join us at Murgon State High School for two exciting STEM Gala Days where Year 5 and 6 students from our local small primary schools will become scientists, engineers and problem-solvers for the day. Through four fun, hands-on 45-minute workshops, students will investigate the amazing world of…
Mackay SHS Science Showcase
Monday the 17th August – a lunchtime showcase from our amazing year 10 students of a myriad of science experiments and challenges. Students and staff are welcome to attend and get involved in this day of exciting exploration. Tuesday 18th August- Mackay SHS students will visit and attend to showcase for the day to Chelona…
Family STEM Showdown
Book your table (8-10 people per table) and bring your family and friends to the Family STEM Showdown! Tackle a series of fun, hands-on challenges—from robot races and tower building to science experiments and more. Work together, test your skills and discover how much fun STEM can be. Get ready for the Family STEM Showdown—an…
STEM in the Tropics – Virtual Reality Flights with the FNQ Aviation Museum
Take your imagination to new heights with the Far North Queensland Aviation Museum at this year’s Queensland National Science Week Launch event “STEM in the Tropics”. Spread your wings and experience the thrill of flight through immersive virtual reality aviation adventures. The FNQ Aviation Museum, based in Mareeba, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the…
Morgan Primary School: Explore, Experiment, Discover!
Get ready for an action-packed National Science Week at our school! Our students will explore the world of science through hands-on activities, fun challenges and amazing experiments. This event is all about discovering how science is part of our everyday lives. Students will rotate through a variety of engaging activities where they can predict, test,…
National Quantum Computing Testbed Facility (NQCTF) opens during National Science Week
National Quantum Computing Testbed Facility opens during National Science Week Australia’s quantum future gets a new home this National Science Week, as the Honourable Andrew Powell MP, Minister for the Environment and Tourism and Minister for Science and Innovation, officially opens the National Quantum Computing Testbed Facility. The opening marks a major addition to Australia’s…
The Silly Science Show
Step into the quirky world of Professor Q. E. Done, the eccentric Dean of the National Institute of Silly Science. Combining magic, circus skills, comedy and hands-on STEM concepts, he brings scientific principles and physical phenomena to life in fun and unexpected ways. This entertaining family show is packed with laughter, surprises and jaw-dropping feats…
The Cross Over Event
Celebrate a magical two-week Science Week and Book Week crossover event at the R.W. (Bob) Farr Memorial Library in Narrogin, inspired by the beloved stories of Mary Poppins by P.L. Travers. This free, family-friendly program brings together creativity, literacy, science, and hands-on discovery through a series of engaging activities for children and families. During National…