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…
Topic: Innovation and Technology
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….
Writing the Future: Author Q&A with Amie Kaufman
Join us to hear from internationally best-selling author, Amie Kaufman and how she uses science to drive the plot of her novels and generate scientifically plausible ideas. Amie is the author of several highly acclaimed science fiction and fantasy series including the ‘Starbound’ trilogy and ‘The Illuminae Files’. This project received grant funding…
Celebrating Science: STEM Storytime
It’s storytime but with a science twist! Get hands-on with STEM activities based on our favourite picture books. Suitable for preschool-aged children. This project received grant funding through Inspiring Australia – An Australian Government Initiative.
Celebrating Science: Family Science Trivia
Do you know your meteoroids from your meteorites? Bring the whole family along to put your science knowledge to the test! Suitable for primary school-aged children and their families. This project received grant funding through Inspiring Australia – An Australian Government Initiative.