The iLAuNCH Trailblazer and University of Southern Queensland is bringing a space-themed family fun day to Toowoomba. This exciting event will be a day filled with interactive activities. Such as air rocket launching with our rocket scientist Professor Matt Richardson and lightning talks for children, teens and adults. A sunspot activity with solar telescopes will…
Topic: Space and Astronomy
Walking Scientifically-A walk through time
Setting the Scene (‘of the crime’)…. For this week only, the Science room at our Primary School will be transformed into a Museum of Natural History. Students from years 1-6 are invited to take a walk through time to explore this year’s Science Week theme, ‘Decoding the Universe.’ Learning Areas The week, we bring together…
Scouts Victoria National Science Week 2025 Activity Days
This event registration is for the morning session in Oakleigh East. Join us for activity sessions this National Science Week! These sessions are suitable for all sections (with dedicated activities for younger sections and older sections) and will incorporate several fun and exciting activity bases. A badge and morning/afternoon tea is included in the event…
Yes, We’re Still Looking! – The search for dark matter
Join the National Quantum & Dark Matter Road Trip at UWA, Perth for a public talk from Dr. William Campbell From dark matter to gravitational waves, some of the most fascinating mysteries in physics lie far beyond the reach of conventional tools. But recent advances in quantum technology, especially in quantum sensing, are opening new windows…
The Extreme Search for Dark Matter
Hear about the scientific work happening underground in regional Australia, unlocking the mysteries of the universe! Everything we see—stars, planets, people—make up less than 5% of the total mass of the universe. The rest is made of mysterious invisible substances called dark matter and dark energy. Scientists often go to extreme lengths to find answers…
Science with Dr Karl LIVE! Hosted by Lucy Smith
For the first time ever, triple j’s Science with Dr Karl is going live! Everyone’s favourite science communicator, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, and triple j Mornings host Lucy Smith are stepping out of the triple j studio and onto the stage, with a special edition live show on Monday, 11 August at The Enmore Theatre, on Gadigal Land, Sydney. Science with…
Astonishing Astronomy with Nitro Nat
Explore the Night Sky with Nitro Nat – Inside the Stardome! Join Nitro Nat for a 30-minute cosmic adventure in the Stardome, our inflatable portable planetarium that brings the night sky to life! What You’ll Discover with Nitro Nat: The constellations you can spot that very night Stars and their dazzling colours A clever way…
Astro Kids – Evening Observatory Tour
Our Astro Kids Observatory Nights begin and end slightly earlier than our regular Observatory Evenings and are structured specifically to appeal to a younger audience. Our Astronomy Team will guide you through the universe during this two-hour tour under our spectacular Dark Skies here at the Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory. This tour includes…
Camp Cosmos: Decoding the Universe Through Exploration and Discovery
Kalkie State School students are in for an unforgettable two-day science immersion experience designed to ignite curiosity and inspire young minds! Camp Cosmos is a dynamic, hands-on event aligned with the 2025 National Science Week school’s theme, “Decoding the Universe – Exploring the Unknown.” This event invites year 4 students to step into the shoes of scientists…
Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket at Ajani Community Hall
Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience as the Science Discovery Dome lands for Science Week! Step inside the inflatable planetarium for an immersive journey through space. A National Science Week event, presented with the support of the Inspiring Victoria program. Explore the “Secret of the Cardboard Rocket” movie, then embark on a guided tour of…