Science in the Swamp

Celebrate National Science Week with free family fun at Centennial Park. Science in the Swamp returns to Loch Avenue South packed with science, fun and discovery. Engage in hands-on experiments. Get up close with native animals. Meet real life scientists including geologists, zoologists, mathematicians and marine biologists. Say hello to our life-size dinosaur. Dipnet for…

Science Showcase UOW: Live ABC Illawarra radio broadcast from UOW Wollongong Campus

Join the live broadcast of ABC Illawarra from the University of Wollongong for Science Showcase UOW. On campus, at the main duck pond lawn and then in the uni bar, ABC Illawarra will broadcast the Mornings show with Nick Rheinberger and then Drive with Lindsay McDougall. The day will include: Team challenges with students (or…

Science Showcase UOW: Shoalhaven Campus

Explore the University of Wollongong Shoalhaven campus as it transforms into a hub of science activities! Visit the UOW campus open day in West Nowra this National Science Week. This is a free event and all are welcome. There is something for everyone, of all ages and interests! Activities include: Guided tours of the medicine…

Talking About Science

Do you want to improve the way you talk about science? Are you curious about science communication? Do you want to improve the way you discuss research with experts, laypeople and dinner-party guests?   This National Science Week, come along to Talking About Science. This 90-minute webinar will cover the fundamental principles of giving speeches,…

Science, Visual & Performing Arts – A Multilingual Confluence 2024

Bandana Cultural School is hosting a Multilingual confluence of science and arts! This National Science Week, come along to Granville Town Hall on 10 August to enjoy: A display of live experiments and scientific models by students of all age groups A science quiz on special theme Live, fun science experiments Extempore on important topics…

STEM in the Outback – National Science Week 2024 Queensland Launch in Cloncurry

Join the first launch of National Science Week Queensland in a remote outback location!   Come along to experience a variety of science, technology, engineering and mathematics in action. Meet professionals from local industry, government organisations and university researchers. STEM in the Outback is free and open to everyone, suitable for all ages!   STEM…

Aboriginal STEM Week

We are beginning Aboriginal STEM Week with a Yidiki performance and cleansing ceremony on Monday 12th August for our whole school community.  On Wednesday 14 August, Students will participate in an Aboriginal STEM Day where they will learn about sound waves created in a Yidiki and chemical reactions in fire making, Aboriginal STEM in harvesting,…

Bass Coast Science Fair – Sustainable Science in our Everyday

We’re encouraging locals to explore their curiosity!   Local people are encouraged to think about science in our everyday as part of upcoming National Science Week events between Monday 19th to Wednesday 21st August 2024, supported by Bass Coast Community Foundation. A science fair held at Wonthaggi Town Hall will offer an opportunity for local…

Nature’s Custodians: Science and Culture for Conservation

Join a two-day workshop to explore the importance of biodiversity and conservation. Nature’s Custodians: Science and Culture for Conservation is a two-day workshop for school-aged students and community members of the Nawarddeken Academy. The workshop focuses on the 2024 Schools Theme ‘Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability‘. The workshop emphasises the importance of biodiversity…

Prehistoric Bayside – Advanced prehistoric cartoon workshop with Zev Landes

Join Zev Landes, a talented cartoonist and designer, as he shares his expertise and secrets behind cartoon drawing. In his workshop, you will learn advanced techniques in cartooning and bring incredible prehistoric creatures from the Bayside region to life. This event is held in association with the exhibition Prehistoric Bayside, on display at Bayside Gallery…