We have a problem at Woodlands Primary School – many birds used to feed and nest within our school, but we are seeing less and less of them each year. The STEM whole school project of Bringing Back the Kaarakins (endangered black cockatoos) will be conducted in weekly Science lessons with the Science Specialist. Each year group from Kindy to Year 6…
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Kids teaching kids all things science
Secondary students teaching primary students all things science! Primary students will get to rotate through a range of fun and engaging science activities developed, set up and delivered by older students. Kids teaching kids!
Everyday Science
We will be providing opportunities for students to experience science every day of the week. We are providing opportunities for students to see how science is used in everyday life from making a bush tucker garden to chemical reactions of everyday household ingredients.
Play and Explore Day 2024 – Georges River Libraries
Play and explore at the Library with different activities and workshops to celebrate National Science Week. The day will include family-friendly workshops on cryptography, AI animation, the chemistry of fizzy drinks, electronic papercraft, and more. Come and experience a range of tabletop discoveries, interactive installations, and opportunities galore to play and explore with something for…
Science and Storytelling, Technology and Tradition
Discover the Ancient Science of the Land: A One-Day Journey Through Indigenous STEM Step into the world of traditional Indigenous science and technology for a unique, one-day experience at the Wildbark learning centre during National Science Week. Join us at Mulligans Flat, where the critically endangered box gum grassy woodlands set the perfect backdrop for…
The Martian Garden
In the next 30 years, missions to the Moon and Mars will explore habitation in new and extreme environments. The Martian Garden will explore how we can create sustainable new ecosystems off-world. Discover how we select and adapt plant species to survive and thrive. Learn how we’re guiding novel approaches to sustainable ecosystems on Earth….
Our Lady’s Assumption Primary School Science Fair and STEM Engineering Challenge
Our OLA Science Fair is back, following the incredible enthusiasm and interest shown by our school community last year! This year, we’ve introduced an exciting new school-wide STEM engineering challenge that has inspired students to delve into engineering design processes. This challenge has broadened our learning experiences beyond the classroom, involving our wider community and…
Karoo Bay Saltmarsh Restoration
Join the Illawarra Chapter at Karoo Bay in restoring a degraded Saltmarsh. Saltmarsh communities contribute to the health of aquatic food webs, provide essential habitats, and sustain fish populations. Thanks to funding from Endeavour Energy, OzFish have joined forces with Shellharbour City Council and Tullimbah Landcare to restore and protect this important is an environment. …
The Love Lab
Finding love is hard, The Love Lab is here to help. This flirty speed dating event is a scientifically backed way to help you find love. Dr Naomi Koh Belic (she/her) and Shu Ezackial (they/them) will guide you through this matchmaking experiment. Sick of swiping? Come to The Library Bar, where you’ll find smooth jazz…
Careers for Net Zero QLD Roadshow Townsville
Are you ready for our Careers for Net Zero QLD Roadshow in Townsville. Here’s what to expect… Explore career pathways and learn about the diverse roles available in renewable energy, critical minerals, green manufacturing and more Listen to industry leaders and our Careers for Net Zero Champions share their experiences working in clean economy roles…