Topic: Innovation and Technology

Planting The Meriden Senior School Agricultural Learning Garden

During National Science Week, Meriden students will dig into the science of growing food through starting a hands-on garden project. Led by our Year 11 STEM Captains, students will work together to prepare the soil and plant our first seedlings. They’ll also build simple garden features and take care of the space by watering, weeding,…

Science Eats and Beats at Beenleigh State High School 2026

Join us for Science Eats and Beats 2026,  a community STEM festival hosted by Beenleigh State High School as part of National Science Week. It serves as the community showcase and follow-up to a day of aviation and STEM career experiences, including a helicopter visit and industry-led workshops that engage students in exploring STEM pathways…

SCINEMA Event Hosted By Augusta Community Resource Centre

SCINEMA Event Description Hosted By Augusta Community Resource Centre Join us at the Augusta Community Resource Centre for a special SCINEMA screening as part of National Science Week. SCINEMA is a science film festival showcasing engaging and thought-provoking science documentaries and short films from around the world. This free community event offers an opportunity to…

Science Week at Orelia Primary School

Get ready for a week of curiosity, creativity and discovery! During National Science Week 2026, our school will transform into a hub of scientific exploration as students from Kindergarten to Year 6 take part in a range of exciting science activities designed to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators. The highlight of…

ANSTO x Auslan

Get ready for a unique insight into the diversity of STEM in Australia for a free Auslan-accessible tour and Careers Q&A panel. Take a tour of ANSTO’s nuclear reactor, research and medical manufacturing facilities.  Then join us for our Careers Q&A panel, featuring amazing examples of diversity in the STEM workforce. Deaf STEM professionals tell…

Old Knowledge, New Stories – Science on Country in Cunnamulla

This is a community-based activity, in Cunnamulla, which will deliver a free science on Country storytelling workshop with Seniors engaging with simple screen production processes and digital storytelling techniques. The workshop delivered in partnership with Cunnamulla Aboriginal Corporation for Health (CACH). This event is by invitation only and will include a free Red Carpet Community…

Kids’ Conference – Food systems 2026

We’re excited to invite primary and secondary students (ages 7 to 18) to present their food systems ideas to a panel of science and foodie experts as part of the Kids Conference- Food Systems 2026.  Food Systems research can challenge our thinking about sustainability and equity. How do we use water and other resources, what…

Seed to STEM, Under the Pavement – Vertical hydroponic farm tour

Step inside Urban Green Sydney’s underground hydroponic farm in Barangaroo and discover how food can be grown in the heart of the city. You’ll explore different hydroponic systems, learn how light, water, nutrients and growing media affect plant growth, and see how urban farming can help address food security, sustainability and climate challenges. This tour…

Growing Green in Small Spaces at Parramatta North Public School

How can you grow fresh vegetables if you live in an apartment? Join us as we explore innovative and sustainable ways to grow food in small urban spaces. Students will investigate plant growth through hands-on experiences using container gardens, vertical gardens and hydroponic systems. Through STEM-focused learning, participants will discover how science, technology and design…