Explore the University of Wollongong Shoalhaven campus as it transforms into a hub of science activities! Visit the UOW campus open day in West Nowra this National Science Week. This is a free event and all are welcome. There is something for everyone, of all ages and interests! Activities include: Guided tours of the medicine…
Topic: Innovation and Technology
Cross Stitch Pixel Art Workshop
Explore the surprising connections between pixel art and cross stitch! This event is part of the Whitehorse Manningham Library’s weeklong program of From Craft to Code events. Inspired by beloved video games and pop culture icons, children will use the timeless craft of cross-stitching to bring digital designs to life. From Mario to Minecraft,…
Online Educator Workshop – Empowering children through citizen science with Little Scientists
Help children become little citizen scientists this National Science Week! This 2-hour online workshop will help early childhood educators to do citizen science in the classroom. Explore the National Science Week 2024 school theme of Species Survival – More than just sustainability in a positive and age-appropriate way. We’ve chosen to look at this year’s…
SciFest 2024
Immerse yourself in a world where science meets art, curiosity knows no bounds and discovery awaits at every turn. This National Science Week, bring science to life with SciFest 2024. We are throwing open laboratory doors and transporting science into the everyday. Head back to science class with interactive activities, games, live stage shows…
Innovate and Create: A Week of 3D Printing Exploration for Young People
Innovate and Create: A Week of 3D Printing Fun for Young People! Get ready to dive into the exciting world of 3D printing with Innovate and Create this National Science Week! From 11 to 16 August, we’re hosting a series of awesome workshops and hands-on sessions that will introduce young people to the magic of…
Weaving in Sequences Workshop
Discover the interwoven history of textiles and computer science. This event is part of the Whitehorse Manningham Library’s weeklong program of From Craft to Code events. Weaving in Sequences is a hands-on introduction to textile creation, echoing the intricate designs of computerised Jacquard looms on small cardboard looms. Using compact, user-friendly tools, explore basic weaving…
Punch Card Automation: Music Box Melodies Workshop
The melodious mix of programming and music-making! This event is part of the Whitehorse Manningham Library’s weeklong program of From Craft to Code events. This hands-on workshop combines programming and music-making. Create music with an activity inspired by the punch-card automation of the Jacquard loom. Punch out a unique melody, then play it using our…
Science and Engineering Challenge Warrnambool
The Science and Engineering Challenge is a STEM program run by the University of Newcastle. The challenge will be visiting regional Victoria’s Great South Coast on 13th August at Deakin University, Warrnambool. We are welcoming 8 schools from across our region which has been fully funded by the Rotary Club of Warrnambool and other local…
Healthy Habitats to a Healthy Future
Students will be involved in investigations and hands-on engineering solutions to issues related to habitat protection and regeneration. They will discover how the survival of a species can be greatly improved by humans understanding & protecting the habitat of the species. They will learn that human action towards rehabilitating poor habitats and allowing regeneration of…
Settlers Primary School Science Week Spectacular
Every student in our school from Kindergarten to Year 6 will participate in tabloid style hands-on science activities throughout National Science Week. Each year group participates on one day during Science Week and will be immersed in a series of tabloid style activities in small groups, where they will be challenged by a variety of…