To celebrate National Science Week, we’re challenging all Australians to find out what connects them to the ocean, wherever they live. From taking photos of local waterways to designing and building a water filter, you can explore your connection to the ocean as deeply as you’d like. Head to our National Science Week Challenge website to learn…
Topic: Space and Astronomy
Observing with Galileo: How the first telescopic views of the celestial sphere changed the world
From 1609 to 1613 Galileo used his own astronomical telescope of unprecedented precision and power to make an avalanche of astounding new discoveries. This triggered a revolution in the way humanity sees its place in the cosmos. Some of these discoveries are well known like the discovery of the moons of Jupiter, the phases of…
Measuring Earth’s Gravity across the ACT
In this Young Stars session, we will measure gravity across Canberra. We will do this with help from young stars from across the region. How will we do this? Pendulums, lots and lots of pendulums. Suitable for ages 6-12+. Note: Parental supervision is required to avoid hazards related to small parts. This activity is a…
The Young Scientist Research Prizes
To foster and recognise excellence in Victoria’s early career scientists, the Royal Society of Victoria established four prestigious competitive prizes open to Victorian students in their final year of doctoral candidature, in all areas of the Biomedical & Health Sciences, Biological Sciences (Non-human), Earth Sciences and Physical Sciences. Following assessment of applications across the four…
Mt Stromlo Public Astronomy Night Online
Mount Stromlo Observatory in conjunction with the Canberra Astronomical Society invite you to (virtually) attend our public observing night during National Science Week. Come and see the craters of the Moon, planets, and beautiful star clusters and nebulae. On the night attendees will be taken on a ‘tour of the universe’ with talks by astronomers…
Immersive Science IV (SciVR): Science Champions (adults livestream)
The Universe is waiting to be discovered From special global events using dozens of telescopes to daily monitoring of the radio sky in Australia, SciVR will take you on the hunt for things that go boom! We’ll explore the origins of mysterious and energetic phenomena, tracking events as they occur. Dr Rebecca Allen and A/Prof…
At Home Science Scavenger Hunt
As part of National Science Week, InquiBox has developed an at-home science scavenger hunt pack to get the whole family involved in some science fun. Have fun with the sundial, Alexander Graham Bell, cubes, numbers and much more. Our science scavenger hunt resource involves: riddles and puzzles you need to answer/scavenge for at home; details…
COOL AERONAUTICS: A Day in the LIfe of the Royal Flying Doctor Service
Join the Cool Aeronautics Team from the RAeS Branch in Perth as they tour the facility to learn about the operational aspects of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS). How does the operations centre run and what happens when an emergency call comes in? What do the doctor and nurse do before, during and after…
BYO Telescope Class
If you own a telescope and are having difficulty working out how to use it or if you’re confused about which telescope to buy, this single evening class will help you on your way. Who is this class for? You have a telescope but are not sure how to use it properly. You don’t have…
National Science Week with the Goethe-Institut
The Goethe-Institut has a selection of online science films and videos, DIY science experiments and quizzes that schools can access for free during National Science Week. The resources are great for interdisciplinary activities that combine STEM and German. Most materials are available in German and English. As a highlight during Science Week the documentary feature film “Checker…