Science in the Centres

This year National Science Week will be bringing science to you while you shop. Come past Westfield Belconnen, Westfield Woden, South Point Tuggeranong, Cooleman Court, Gungahlin Marketplace or the Canberra Centre to discover the exciting science behind dinosaurs, parasites, geology, space, robotics, engineering, the environment and much more. A variety of hands-on science activities will…

From Pixels to Pills – Why we should be 3D printing medicines

3D printed pharmaceuticals are gaining traction in the healthcare sector. In this half-day workshop, you will discover why. You will explore this fascinating research with informative talks, a live demonstration of 3D printing tablets, and the opportunity to design and print your own. Kicking off this workshop is a presentation from guest speaker Dr Jared…

The National Science Quiz

Watch teams go head to head and join online to solve the challenging and fun scientific problems using reasoning, knowledge, and perhaps a lucky guess or two. Hosted by ABC’s Nate Byrne, the Quiz features top scientists, comedians, and exciting demonstrations. Filmed live at Questacon and broadcast on YouTube, register your team or class to…

Discovery Table at Brighton Library

Drop into Brighton Library anytime during National Science Week and explore a range of materials up close with our magnifying glasses and microscopes. Suitable for ages 5+. During library opening hours only.

Scavenger Hunt at Brighton Library

Find the clues, answer the questions, and discover some of Australia’s greatest scientists and inventors. Drop into Brighton Library anytime during National Science Week to complete the scavenger hunt and submit your entry. During normal library opening hours only. Everyone who completes the scavenger hunt goes into the draw to win a kids science pack….

Future Science Talks – Comedy Edition

Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition is debuting in Ashfield after sold out shows all across Australia.   This show features local scientists from Sydney who have partnered with comedians to infuse humour and laughs into scientific talks. Laugh and learn at the same time. At this show, you’ll be hearing from Sydney’s best and brightest…

Future Science Talks – Comedy Edition

Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition is returning to Sutherland after sold out shows all across Australia.  This show features local scientists from Sydney who have partnered with comedians to infuse humour and laughs into scientific talks. Laugh and learn at the same time. This show is taking Australia by storm and regularly sells out. Get…

Future Science Talks – Comedy Edition

Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition is debuting in Wollongong after sold out shows all across Australia.  This show features local scientists from Wollongong who have partnered with comedians to infuse humour and laughs into scientific talks. Laugh and learn at the same time!  At this show, you’ll be hearing from Wollongong’s best and brightest science…

Future Science Talks – Comedy Edition

Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition is debuting in the Gold Coast after sold out shows all across Australia. This show features local scientists from the Gold Coast who have partnered with comedians to infuse humour and laughs into scientific talks. Laugh and learn at the same time.  At this show, you’ll be hearing from the…

Future Science Talks – Comedy Edition

Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition is returning to Newcastle after sold out shows all across Australia.  This show features local scientists from Newcastle who have partnered with comedians to infuse humour and laughs into scientific talks. Laugh and learn at the same time.  At this show, you’ll be hearing from Newcastle’s best and brightest science…