Our special event is all about showing girls in Stage 2 and Stage 3 that science, technology, engineering and math aren’t just school subjects – or just for boys – they’re exciting pathways to real‑world careers where women can shine. During the day, students will participate in up to three hands‑on STEM projects, each linked…
Topic: Innovation and Technology
Questacon Engineering is Elementary Workshop – Orange
Questacon’s Engineering is Elementary team are bringing a FREE STEM professional learning workshop you this August. Explore the mechanical engineering behind windmills and equip yourself with hands-on activities to use in your classroom. In this FREE workshop, you will: Get hands-on with mechanical engineering and activities from the ‘Catching the Wind: Designing Windmills’ unit of work. Develop effective strategies to…
ExBEERimental Science 2026
ExBEERimental Science throws down the ultimate brewing challenge during National Science Week with The Brewers Gauntlet. Four Tasmanian breweries will push brewing to the limits, using science and creativity to experiment with ingredients, processes, and techniques that take brewing to the next level. Through guided tastings and lively conversations with brewers and scientists, discover the…
Women in STEM Breakfast
The Women in STEM Breakfast brings together students, old scholars, and industry professionals for a morning of inspiration and connection. The event will feature panel discussions with women across STEM industries, including several of our old scholars, who will share their career journeys and advice on resilience, curiosity, and lifelong learning. This year, our keynote…
Helensvale State School STEM Symposium
Seeds of Science – A National Science Week Symposium – Helensvale State School Scholar Academy Big ideas start small. A seed of curiosity. A question worth chasing. An experiment that doesn’t go to plan… and the better idea that grows from failure! This National Science Week, Helensvale State School’s Scholar Academy invites you to witness…
Botany Art Competition
The UNE Discovery Voyager team invites artists of all ages to help us celebrate the world of botany through our “Seeds of Science” art competition! We are looking for original artworks that showcase the beauty, complexity, and importance of seeds and the remarkable plant life that begins its journey beneath the surface of the soil….
STEAM Showcase at Coastal Lakes College
Ever wondered how robots work, what you can see under a microscope, how engineers solve problems, or how science and art can work together? Come along to the Coastal Lakes College STEAM Showcase and find out! Our annual STEAM Showcase is a fun, hands-on community event celebrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. Designed for…
Night Creatures Investigation – Who Lives in the Hollows at Sherwood Community Kindergarten
What happens in our kindergarten after dark? Join us for Night Science at Sherwood Kindergarten as children share their discoveries about the animals that visit our outdoor environment at night. Over the past few months, children have helped install three Hollow Log Homes designed for small parrots, ringtail and brushtail possums, and antechinus. During National…
Water wise Science: Comparing traditional and wicking garden systems at Barmera Primary School
What if you could grow healthy vegetables while using less water? At Barmera Primary School, students will become scientists as they investigate how wicking beds can help plants grow in our hot and dry Riverland climate. During this exciting National Science Week project, students will help build and monitor two large wicking garden beds. Unlike…
All Saints Science Spectacular
All Saints Science Spectacular is a day of science engagement for students from Pre-kinder to Year 6. The day will involve a variety of science experiments directly related to the 2026 theme “Seeds of Science: Nurturing knowledge for all”. Students will have an opportunity to discuss science with real live invited scientist guest speakers. They…