Presenter: Richard de Grijs William Dawes (1762-1836), official astronomer aboard the First Fleet, established Australia’s first observatory at what is now Dawes Point/Tar-ra, decades before Sydney Observatory. He then built a rapport with the local Aboriginal people, documenting the Gadigal language and traditions. Driven from Australia by a disagreement with Governor Arthur Phillip, he returned…
Celebrate National Science Week with a fun and interactive fishing adventure at K-Town Markets! Learn to use a rod and reel while experiencing the thrill of fishing through an immersive simulated fishing experience, facilitated by the Amazing Miss Deb. Perfect for kids and families, this exciting activity combines fun, technology and discovery using a…
The University of Queensland invites you to a webinar on the transformative impact of AI in education. Hosted by UQSchoolsNet, this session will explore how AI can personalize learning, enhance educational experiences, and provide valuable data insights for schools. Presenter: Dan Bowen: Chief Technology Officer Education, Microsoft. Expert in K–12 educational technology and working with…
Join women physicists across all levels for an opportunity to chat, network, and learn about careers in physics! We will be joined by members of the Brisbane physics community and hear from the 2026 Women in Physics Lecturer as part of the Marie Curie Lectures. This Girls in Physics breakfast for female high school students and…
Capture the beauty, power, and wonder of physics in a single frame! The Australian Institute of Physics’s ACT Branch is excited to invite photographers, scientists, students, and physics enthusiasts across the country to enter the AIP-ACT Branch Photography Competition. Whether you’re snapping light refraction through a prism, the intricate mechanics of a machine, or stunning…
Join us for an engaging and interactive community event exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital health technologies are transforming healthcare, education, employment and everyday life. Hear from inspiring speakers, researchers, innovators and community leaders as they showcase practical, real-world applications of AI and discuss how emerging technologies can be harnessed to support African Australian…
If you love art and design, pop the champagne and push the benches together – our Sculptures & Sips workshops will be right up your alley. As well as creating and taking home an original handmade treasure, participating in a Sculptures & Sips workshop is a chance to get to know other like-minded makers and…
Big science. Small bites. Great stories. Ever wondered what scientists and researchers are working on right here in Far North Queensland? Join the FNQ STEM Hub for Bite-Sized Science, a relaxed evening where researchers step away from the technical jargon and share their science in a simple format: one slide and just three minutes to…
Science Fair Extravaganza – Students as Scientists, Leaders and Innovators What happens when students become the scientists? At Jingili Primary School, National Science Week comes alive during our Science Fair Extravaganza—an exciting celebration where students take centre stage and share their passion for science! For this special event, students become “Science Experts.” Instead of simply…
Take flight with the Far North Queensland Aviation Museum this National Science Week! Experience immersive virtual reality aviation adventures and discover the science, technology and engineering behind flight. Fun for all ages and perfect for curious minds.
