Technology is transforming wildlife conservation, bringing together researchers and citizen scientists. Innovative tools and techniques enable communities to play an active role and contribute valuable data to protect biodiversity and maintain ecosystems, especially in remote locations across Australia. Join like-minded folks from community groups, researchers, Land for Wildlife officers, council staff, citizen scientists, conservancy members,…
Topic: Innovation and Technology
“Nature’s Blueprint”
Create a sustainable future through regenerative design, Indigenous ecological knowledge and the circular economy, transforming waste into materials. Through different workshops, tours and demonstrations, learn about innovative food systems and practice traditional land management techniques to manage sustainability and food security. Activities include: natural dyeing, biophilic design, vertical farming, and waste-to-soil systems, fostering hands-on skills…
NextGen Aviators: Drones and Emerging tech workshop for youth
Take to the skies with drones! In this exciting two-day workshop, you’ll discover how drones work and even get to fly one yourself! Designed for young people aged 15 to 18, this hands-on program is all about learning through doing. You’ll explore how drones fly, what they’re made of, and how to control them—both by…
Out of this world: Australia in the space age
From the 1950s through to the 1970s, Australia was gripped with excitement as humanity made its first forays beyond Earth’s atmosphere. From cutting edge scientific research to architecture, design, television and more, Out of this world explores Australia’s role in the space race. Learn about the history of Woomera Rocket Range, see how futuristic architecture influenced Australia’s…
Out of this world: Australia in the space age
From the 1950s through to the 1970s, Australia was gripped with excitement as humanity made its first forays beyond Earth’s atmosphere. From cutting edge scientific research to architecture, design, television and more, Out of this world explores Australia’s role in the space race. Learn about the history of Woomera Rocket Range, see how futuristic architecture influenced Australia’s…
The Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea
Ever wondered how people are rescued at sea—or how science helps save lives? Come find out at Marine Rescue: The Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea! Over two action-packed Saturdays, join us at the Marine Rescue Port Macquarie Boatshed for a fun, free, and family-friendly science open day. In five engaging talks, you’ll hear from…
Grow Our Own STEM Industry Tours 2025
In celebration of National Science Week 2025, Grow Our Own is proud to continue our successful Industry Tour program, highlighting STEM within our region. Travel across the entire Riverina region to hear from our STEM industry partners and employers in free workshop and tours. From agricultural engineering to winemaking, food development laboratories to renewable energy…
Deaf Youth Science Camp
Are you a Deaf or hard-of-hearing person aged 12 to 17 years? Register now for the 2025 Deaf Youth Science Camp in ANSTO in Sydney. Launch your own rocket, build an electric circuit, and design and 3D print your own creation! See Australia’s only nuclear reactor on a tour. Find out how they make medicines…
The STEM Zone Experiment!
Get in the Zone for National Science Week! National Science Week Explodes at The STEM Zone Experiment! Calling all science enthusiasts! Lardner Park is transforming into a hands-on wonderland during National Science Week with The STEM Zone Experiment! Prepare to be amazed by extreme VR experiences, chemical reactions, and light-bending photography. Challenge yourself with brain-teasing…
Beaker Street Festival
Wild Ideas. Curious Adventures. Nerds. Beaker Street Festival brings its signature mix of science, art, and connection back to Lutruwita/Tasmania, 12 to 19 August 2025, as part of National Science Week. Known for its genre-defying approach and boundary-pushing ideas, Beaker Street Festival has cemented its place as Australia’s most imaginative festival of science and culture….