Get ready for STEMathon 2025 – a supercharged day of Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Maths! This exciting event brings together over 1,000 students from 7 local schools for a hands-on, high-energy celebration of creativity, curiosity and problem-solving. It’s a day packed with fun experiments, creative challenges, mind-blowing technology and awesome activities you won’t…
Topic: Physics
Little Scientists Online Educator Workshop: Decoding nature’s hidden patterns and maths in early STEM
Early childhood educators: Learn about hidden languages in nature and ideas to transform this knowledge into exciting learning opportunities for children. What do broccoli, clouds, snowflakes, ferns, and our lungs have in common? Why is the Fibonacci sequence so important in our lives? Join Little Scientists in the lead up to National Science Week (9…
NextGen Aviators: Drones and Emerging tech workshop for youth
Take to the skies with drones! In this exciting two-day workshop, you’ll discover how drones work and even get to fly one yourself! Designed for young people aged 15 to 18, this hands-on program is all about learning through doing. You’ll explore how drones fly, what they’re made of, and how to control them—both by…
The Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea
Ever wondered how people are rescued at sea—or how science helps save lives? Come find out at Marine Rescue: The Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea! Over two action-packed Saturdays, join us at the Marine Rescue Port Macquarie Boatshed for a fun, free, and family-friendly science open day. In five engaging talks, you’ll hear from…
Deaf Youth Science Camp
Are you a Deaf or hard-of-hearing person aged 12 to 17 years? Register now for the 2025 Deaf Youth Science Camp in ANSTO in Sydney. Launch your own rocket, build an electric circuit, and design and 3D print your own creation! See Australia’s only nuclear reactor on a tour. Find out how they make medicines…
The STEM Zone Experiment!
Get in the Zone for National Science Week! National Science Week Explodes at The STEM Zone Experiment! Calling all science enthusiasts! Lardner Park is transforming into a hands-on wonderland during National Science Week with The STEM Zone Experiment! Prepare to be amazed by extreme VR experiences, chemical reactions, and light-bending photography. Challenge yourself with brain-teasing…
Writing the Future: Author Q&A with Amie Kaufman
Join us to hear from internationally best-selling author, Amie Kaufman and how she uses science to drive the plot of her novels and generate scientifically plausible ideas. Amie is the author of several highly acclaimed science fiction and fantasy series including the ‘Starbound’ trilogy and ‘The Illuminae Files’. This project received grant funding…
Celebrating Science: STEM Storytime
It’s storytime but with a science twist! Get hands-on with STEM activities based on our favourite picture books. Suitable for preschool-aged children. This project received grant funding through Inspiring Australia – An Australian Government Initiative.
Celebrating Science: Family Science Trivia
Do you know your meteoroids from your meteorites? Bring the whole family along to put your science knowledge to the test! Suitable for primary school-aged children and their families. This project received grant funding through Inspiring Australia – An Australian Government Initiative.
Celebrating Science: Science Showcase
Try out a range of science, technology, engineering and maths challenges! Suitable for primary school-aged children and their families. Drop-in anytime between 1pm and 2.30pm, bookings not required. This project received grant funding through Inspiring Australia – An Australian Government Initiative.