Supersonic Science Hands on Workshop at Clem Kentish Hall

Join us for an exciting 60-minute workshop where kids can explore the wonders of science through hands-on experiments! What’s included:  Bubbleology – Surface tension  Instant Snow – Superabsorbent polymers (take-home kit included)  Supersonic Slime – Non-Newtonian fluids (take-home kit included)  Vortex Cannons – Fluid dynamics  Elephant’s Toothpaste – Exothermic reactions (demonstration)  Burning Bubbles – (Demonstration, dependent on safety requirements)  Ages: 6–12  All…

The Future Starts Here – STEMM After School

What comes after Year 12? Whether you’re considering university, exploring career options, or still figuring out what your future might look like, this panel event is designed to help you navigate the possibilities. Join a diverse panel of university students and STEMM professionals as they share their journeys from school into study, work, and everything…

Curiosity Unleashed Virtual Excursions

This National Science Week, Scitech Discovery Centre is bringing schools a free series of five, 20-minute virtual excursions, designed for Years 3 to 6. Inspired by the 2026 National Science Week school’s theme, Seeds of Science: Nurturing Knowledge for All, each episode begins with a big question and grows into a fun-filled journey of curiosity and unexpected…

STEM Catapult Competition at the Townsville Medieval and Fantasy Festival

The STEM Catapult Competition is back, as part of the Townsville Medieval & Fantasy Festival! Think your school has what it takes to launch their way to victory?   The STEM Catapult Competition, proudly sponsored by the Townsville STEM Hub, is now open to Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Schools. Put your engineering, physics, and creative…

Science Day

Join us for an interactive afternoon of science, based on fun and learning at our University of Wollongong (UOW) Eurobodalla Science Day! Schedule: 2:45pm – 3:45pm: Science Stalls – Hands on, interactive stations where kids can explore and experiment freely at the UOW Building. 3:45pm – 4:30pm: Science Show – A live science performance the…

Seeds of Science – Torrens Valley Christian School Science Quiz Night

An unusual level of scientific activity has been detected… Beakers may bubble. Brains may overheat. Competitive spirits might just reach critical mass. The Torrens Valley Christian School Science Quiz Night is returning. Join us as we kick off National Science Week with an evening of fun, friendly competition and community connection, themed ‘Seeds of Science…

Transfolk at Scitech

Transfolk @ Scitech is a free, community-focused event for trans and gender diverse people in Western Australia. If you’re a part of the trans and gender diverse community, we’d love to see you at Scitech to hang out and celebrate National Science Week while you explore STEM! The evening will begin with a Welcome to…

Exploring Nature Through Citizen Science – Author’s Platform

Join us as the authors of Exploring Nature Through Citizen Science share how community involvement can foster scientific discovery. Cameron and Thomas will be chatting with Paul Flemons from the Australian Museum about their practical guide to making a difference through community involvement and scientific knowledge. About the book Citizen science is involving the public…

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…

SCINEMA screening at Victa Cinema

Celebrate Science Week at Victa Cinema with our special SCINEMA screening for schools and homeschoolers.  SCINEMA is an international science film festival that screens every August as part of National Science Week. The screening program is curated from films entered in the international film competition. SCINEMA provides a platform on which filmmakers -professional, amateur and…