Get ready to explore, experiment, and be amazed! The Hunter Science Festival is Newcastle’s biggest and most exciting day of science, where curiosity comes to life and everyone is invited to join the fun. Held at Newcastle Museum during National Science Week, this one-day event transforms the museum into a buzzing science playground. Thousands of…
Topic: Space and Astronomy
From Seeds to Stars – Exploring Light, Colour, Sky and Country
Have you ever wondered how a tiny seed grows into a plant? why the sky changes colour? or how people have used the stars to understand the world for thousands of years? Join us for an exciting journey of discovery at From Seeds to Stars: Exploring Light, Colour, Sky and Country! This hands-on event invites…
Hammo Heroes – Young scientists in action at Hammondville Public School
Hammondville Public School is excited to host a whole-school K–6 Science Day, celebrating curiosity, discovery and hands-on learning. Throughout the day, students will rotate through a variety of engaging science activities and experiments within their stage classrooms, all carefully linked to their Term 3 Science units. Students will also visit the hall with their stage…
Astrocoffee with Dr Martin George
Love space? Curious about what’s happening in the night sky? Join Dr Martin George from the Ulverstone Planetarium for a relaxed morning of astronomy conversation, cosmic discoveries and space news over coffee, tea and scones. From planets and eclipses to black holes, rockets and the latest telescope images, this is a chance to ask questions,…
Rapid Science at Hive – Secondary School
Bring your students to Hive for a dynamic National Science Week experience featuring hands-on learning, expert presenters and real-world science. Designed for secondary students, Rapid Science connects classroom learning with real-world science through expert-led sessions, discussion and hands-on investigation. In 2026, Hive is partnering with Landcare Tasmania and Harvest Moon to explore the science, innovation and…
Rapid Science Program at Hive – Primary School
Bring your students to Hive for a dynamic National Science Week experience, featuring hands-on learning, expert presenters and real-world science. Designed for primary students, Rapid Science delivers hands-on, high-energy science experiences that encourage curiosity, investigation and discovery. In 2026, Hive is partnering with Landcare Tasmania and Harvest Moon to explore the science, innovation and environmental systems…
Family Science Day at Hive
Family Science Day returns to Hive as part of National Science Week 2026, bringing together a full day of hands-on science, interactive exhibits, live presentations, planetarium shows and opportunities to meet Tasmanian scientists. Inspired by this year’s National Science Week school theme, Seeds of Science: Nurturing Knowledge for All, the program invites curious minds of…
Expanding the Cosmos at Mount Gnomon
Escape to the Dark Skies of Mount Gnomon Farm for a memorable evening of astronomy, culture, food, and music in one of the most atmospheric settings of North West Lutruwita/Tasmania. With minimal light pollution and the lush surrounds of the Dial Range, this is the perfect spot to gaze skyward and contemplate our place in…
Meet the Young Tassie Scientists
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a scientist? Join the Young Tassie Scientists for an engaging STEM session in the Science Centre at Hive. Working across a range of scientific fields, these early-career researchers will share their work, answer your questions and reveal some of the fascinating discoveries happening right here in Tasmania. Through…
Trivia Takeover at The Pier
Join Hive and Island State Brewing for a special National Science Week edition of the ever-popular Pub Trivia night at The Pier, Ulverstone. This is trivia with a science twist—but don’t worry, it’s still all about fun, laughs, and bragging rights. Rally your crew, test your general knowledge, and see if you’ve got what it…