Archives: Discovery Centres

The Astronomy and Space Science Exhibition This modern exhibition takes you on a journey exploring the highlights of the telescope’s rich history. Starting as an idea in the 1950s, see how the Parkes Radio Telescope has matured into a world leading research facility. This exhibition is designed to answer your questions about the telescope and…

The Killer Whale Museum opened in Eden in 1931 to tell the story of Old Tom, a killer whale (Orcinus orca) who along with others in the pod co-operated with local whalers in the 1800s and early 1900s. Tom was more than 70 years old when he died in 1930. The orcas chased migrating baleen whales…

Temora Aviation Museum has the world’s finest collection of flying historic aircraft. On regular flying days you can see a selection of aircraft displayed at their best – in the sky. Working aircraft include a Tiger Moth, Boomerang, Wirraway, Spitfire, Meteor, Vampire, Sabre, Canberra and Dragonfly. Other facilities include: 38 seat theatrette screening historic wartime footage; regularly updated…

Located between the Stuart Highway and the upper reaches of Spencer Gulf, the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Gardens’ collection is sourced from areas including far western NSW, the Nullarbor and Great Victoria Desert. There are more than 12 km of walking tracks through the Gardens, ranging from short easy strolls to a 4.5 km walk to the red…

RiAus has a passion for sharing the wonders of science. Their aim is to inspire scientific interest and curiosity and to encourage public participation in a range of critical science issues that affect our daily lives. From forums, debates and presentations to art exhibitions, theatre, film and literature, RiAus also shares science in the online world…

The Territory Wildlife Park is a truly authentic Top End experience. Situated on 1000 acres of natural bushland, the park is a place of cultural significance to the local Indigenous people. The Kungarakan and Warrai people still maintain a strong connection with the area today as the Park’s custodians, and invite you to experience their…

The WA Shipwrecks Museum is recognised as the foremost maritime archaeology museum in the southern hemisphere. The Museum is housed in 1850s-era Commissariat building and has since been restored to its historic glory. Steeped in history, the galleries house hundreds of relics from ships wrecked along WA’s treacherous coastline, including the original timbers from the…

Perched on the Indian Ocean’s shore, the WA Maritime Museums is symbolic of Fremantle’s past, present and future as a coastal city and port. The Museum houses several unique galleries that explore WA’s relationship with the sea. From leisure boats and handcrafted sailing boats to commercial pearl luggers, the Museum inspires visitors to discover WA’s…

The Museum of the Goldfields showcases the rich history of the Eastern Goldfields and the city’s mining heritage. Discover the unique role the town has played in WA’s development, both as a centre of mining and its place at the edge of the Nullarbor Plain. Explore the largest display of the state’s collection of gold…

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the WA Museum in Geraldton celebrates the rich heritage of the land, sea and people of the Mid-West region. Enjoy a guided tour through the stories from four major early shipwrecks located in the region, the Batavia, Gilt Dragon, Zuytdorp, and Zeewijk or learn more about the discovery of HMAS Sydney…