The Big Day of Science at QVMAG

Our popular annual Big Day of Science at the Museum at Inveresk offers endless opportunities for discovery, and unraveling the mysteries of the universe through interactive exhibits, workshops, and science-themed activities. We welcome live zoo tours with Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in the Nuala O’Flaherty Auditorium, live demonstrations with Osiris, a very friendly, Coastal Carpet…

Species Survival Activity Morning

Capalaba State College will hold an activity in the morning. This will include engaging in investigative STEM activities for our Prep-2 mainstream and Montessori students; and we will invite our local Kindy. Upper school students, volunteers, and our Tangalooma EcoMarine Ambassadors and Environmental captains will run activities focussed around: animal and plant needs, features/adaptations for…

Siena Sustainability Trail

Sustainability Trail Activity In 2024, Siena College will be hosting a sustainability trail on campus to celebrate National Science Week. The school’s theme for National Science Week is Species Survival – More than just sustainability. The sustainability trail will involve a scavenger hunt for endangered species in digital habitats around campus using augmented reality (AR)…

Clyde Creek Primary School STEAM Expo

Inspiring future scientists and building stronger community connections, the Clyde Creek STEAM Expo is the highlight of our school calendar. Our expo provides hands-on STEAM experiences for students and their families from Foundation to Year 6, including students in our dedicated specialist campus. Designed as a ‘tour of the STEAM disciplines’, each building on our…

St Joseph’s Citizen Scientists – Spread our wings

Caterpillars and butterflies are critical to a healthy environment in supporting the food chain, controlling pests, and assisting in pollinating plants and are an indicator of a healthy ecosystem.  Through our partnership with Paten Park Native Nursery and Brisbane’s Big Butterfly Count, we will research and purchase the best butterfly-attracting species of plants and soil types…

Humpback Highway – Diving into the mysterious world of whales

Each winter, Australia’s coastal waters transform into a busy blue playground with the arrival of the humpback whales. This annual migration sees the west and east coasts blubber to blubber as humpback whales travel from their Antarctic feeding waters to warmer waters to breed. These migratory routes are known as the humpback highway. But while…

Illuminate – Endangered Species

It’s time to build awareness of the crucial role animals play in our ecosystem, in the spectacular Illuminate: Endangered Species night projection at WA Museum Boola Bardip. This year’s National Science Week schools themes explore global endangered species, this visually rich, multisensory and large-scale piece by VJzoo will mesmerise young and old as you witness vulnerable species…

Botanical Time Capsules

Join Alison Vaughan, Manager Collections, for a rare chance to deep dive into the history of the 1.5 million preserved specimens housed in the National Herbarium of Victoria. Documenting the presence of a plant, algae or fungus at a particular place and time, each specimen is a botanical time capsule that helps us understand past…

Raising Rarity Revealed

Explore the critical work of Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria on this special Raising Rarity tour. Head behind the scenes to our RBGV nursery, where you’ll learn about the specialist production and propagation techniques used to save Victoria’s most threatened plant species. Then, join a guided tour of our research garden, delving into the vital conservation efforts and…