Archives: Discovery Centres

Refurbished in July 2010, the museum overlooks picturesque Princess Royal Harbour, on the site of first European settlement in Western Australia. The Museum of the Great Southern provides exhibitions, public programs, educational programs and information on the unique natural and social history of the region. The Museum shares the stories of the Indigenous Noongar people…

The Museum gives a fascinating insight into the seven weeks James Cook and his crew spent at the site of modern Cooktown repairing their ship after their catastrophic grounding on nearby Endeavour Reef. The highlight of the museum is the Endeavour Gallery with the original anchor and cannon from the Endeavour, jettisoned from the ship in…

The Canberra Space Centre (CSC) is located on the grounds of the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex (CDSCC) at Tidbinbilla, about 35 km southwest of Canberra. The CSC offers visitors the chance to learn about the role that Australia plays in the exploration of space. You can take in magnificent views of the largest antenna complex…

Discover the secrets of the desert in the foothills of the MacDonnell Ranges. See and hear the stories of the plants, animals, and local Aboriginal culture at daily guide presentations. Witness free-flying birds, see rare and endangered animals and enjoy a cinematic journey of desert evolution. Discover the West MacDonnell Ranges through the eyes of…

Scitech is an educational and engaging science centre based in West Perth in Western Australia. Scitech appeals to the inquisitive mind in everyone and allows anyone to learn more about science, technology, engineering and maths in an interactive and stimulating environment. Scitech’s in-house workshop creates innovative exhibitions that travel the world after their premiere in…

The Museum of Tropical Queensland explores the natural and cultural history of North Queensland. The  Discover Tropical Queensland gallery displays the rich biodiversity of Queensland, both now and in prehistoric times. Find out about the myriad of insects and other animals that live in the tropics. See the amazing array of hard corals from the…

Located on the edge of the spectacular Solitary Islands Marine Park in sub-tropical Coffs Harbour, the National Marine Science Centre is one of the world’s best situated facilities for studying coastal and marine habitats and their inhabitants. Scientists at the Centre excel in research in key global issues such as food security and the impacts…

Science Space is located on the Innovation Campus of the University of Wollongong. The two-storey Exhibit Hall has over 100 interactive exhibits relating to various themes like The Machine and Dinosaurs, Fossils and Coal. The BlueScope Steel Planetarium has stunning recreations of the night sky – from around the world, from different eras – even from a different…

With eight themed galleries and over 200 interactive exhibits, Questacon has something to engage and excite people of all ages. Mini Q—fun for 0-6 year olds encourages children to explore and splash in areas especially designed for our youngest scientists. Be shaken by an earthquake and witness a lightning strike in Awesome Earth or lie…

An extraordinary collection of art, history and natural sciences across two sites that are just a riverside wander apart. Treasures and tales to stoke curiosities around every corner at the Museum at Inveresk and Art Gallery at Royal Park. There is a cafe and paid parking available at both sites, and the free Tiger Bus…