Get ready for an evening packed with creativity, curiosity, and hands-on fun at Engineer the Future – a free STEM night designed especially for students in Years 3 to 5! Hosted by the Engineers Australia Cairns Regional Committee, this exciting event will feature engaging activities such as the Egg Drop Challenge and building and testing…
Topic: Innovation and Technology
Engineer the Future – Free STEM night at Central Queensland University
Join us for an exciting evening of innovation and hands-on learning at Engineer the Future, a free STEM night designed especially for students in Years 7–9! Hosted by the Engineers Australia Cairns Regional Committee, this event offers young minds the chance to explore the world of engineering through building and programming robots, interactive workshops, and…
TMAG Discovery Sunday
Bring the kids and enjoy a free, family-friendly celebration of science and art at TMAG! Meet some of the experts behind Tasmania’s most iconic science and cultural institution. Trek around Antarctica and journey through history with our new Islands to Ice Discovery Trail. Explore the new butterfly exhibition and learn about the exquisite patterns of…
Hobartica
Head down to Hobart’s waterfront, Australia’s Gateway to Antarctica, to find the last outpost before you hit “The Ice.” Like Antarctica itself, Hobartica is a meeting place for international cultures and polar traditions. Dive into icy polar plunge pools. Warm up in wood-fired Finnish tent saunas. Then settle into the Antarctic Lounge to chat…
Roving Scientist Bar
We’re taking over Australia’s oldest continuously licensed pub, putting a scientist at every table, and inviting you in for the least-boring bar chats you’ve ever had. Also probably some of the weirdest… we’ve got experts on everything from Galeophobia (fear of sharks) to dark matter. There will be games, microscopes, specimens, live music, prizes to…
Robotics and Coding Workshop
Our robotics workshop is designed for hands-on robotics learning and a whole lot of fun, for students aged 6 to 12. Project-based and child centred, theis fun and educational program is the perfect session to keep students entertained and learning across the school break. Robots used: Age 6+ Lego WeDo 2.0 Age 8+ Lego Spike…
Lake Mac FULL STEAM
Lake Mac full STEAM returns to celebrate creativity and innovation, making, and engineering for all ages. Scheduled Events: 9.30am Mad Science Inventions with Pretty Amazing Jono – Reserve your spot 11am Australia’s Agricultural Identity – an Aboriginal Yarn – Reserve your spot 12noon …
ExBEERimental Science
ExBEERimental Science is a hands-on beer-tasting event that brings science to life through brewing. We’ll ask four Tasmanian brewers to brew the same beer with the same recipe. How different could these creations be? Thanks to science, the results might just blow your mind! Attendees will explore how small variations in brewing techniques impact the…
Rocket Making at Byford Library
Blast off into the exciting world of rocket science in this 2-hour, hands-on workshop. Designed for kids aged 8–12, this fun and educational session will guide attendees through the process of building, designing, and launching their very own bottle rockets. It’s the perfect introduction to the science of propulsion, engineering, and physics, all while sparking…
Drone Session at Byford Library
Celebrate National Science Week with a 2-hour drone session. This thrilling 2-hour workshop is the perfect introduction to the world of drones for kids aged 7–12. Explore the exciting world of drone technology with hands-on experiences that will inspire the next generation of innovators. Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into the world of drones…