Learn all about the processes involved in providing clean water to the community. Join an exciting tour of the Water Treatment Plant in Warrnambool to celebrate National Science Week! Get a behind-the-scenes look at how water is treated, purified, and made safe for consumption. Our knowledgeable operators will be on hand to answer any questions you may have….
Topic: Environment and Nature
RMIT Women in STEM Conference
The RMIT Women in STEM Conference is designed to provide students and staff at RMIT a chance to connect and engage with various aspects of STEM. This interactive conference will explore the National Science Week schools theme Species Survival: More than just sustainability. There will be practical activities, speakers, and industry experts. Students will have the…
Science Quake of the Year
Compete to win the Australian Seismometers in Schools “Science Quake of the Year” cup! We want all our schools to submit their best footquake to us. All you need to do is get together and jump your hearts out! To compete, tell us: Date and time you jumped with a time zone please (so…
Sydney Science Trail: Community Day
The Sydney Science Trail is back this National Science Week! This day of science is presented by the Australian Museum in collaboration with Botanic Gardens of Sydney. This family-friendly event is hosted by the Surfing Scientist, Ruben Meerman. The Australian Museum will be bursting with activity and it’s all completely free! See spectacular science demonstrations,…
Moreton Bay Research Station Open Day
This National Science Week, we are opening the doors of the Moreton Bay Research Station (MBRS). Join us for a day of celebration, knowledge-sharing and community engagement. Discover the critical importance of biodiversity conservation through the theme of the day: “Species Survival in Moreton Bay”. The species here are increasingly under threat from changing…
Let me tell ya’ ’bout the birds and the bees…
The Birds and the Bees… Species Survival Session Learn about our local endangered birds and the plight of our bees, gang-gangs, Varroa mites, powerful owls and more! Join us for one talk or stay for both. 10:30 The Bees… Let’s focus on bees in Australia! Learn about the role of the honeybee (an…
Chinchilla Fossil Finders
Join Queensland Museum’s exciting excavation efforts! Chinchilla Fossil Finders is the unique, all-ages, citizen science event. We’re inviting everyone to unleash their inner palaeontologist! Help Queensland Museum palaeontologists sort and sieve through local sediment samples. Discover and identify real fossils of all shapes and sizes. There will be hands-on kids’ activities, mini train rides,…
Busy Bees
National Science Week activities will introduce preschool children to the world of Australian pollinators in our gardens. With the focus on the role of bees in the garden, children and educators will investigate and observe bees, crawling and flying insects, spiders, and birds in the gardens. Educators will use learning resources to engage children in…
Storytime at Cranbourne Library – Science Week Edition
Pre-school storytime is an energetic session filled with songs, engaging picture books, and a fun craft that children can take home at the end of the session. This week we’re celebrating Science Week! Introduce your child to the world of science through stories and activities. Specially designed for ages 3 to 5.
STEAM Lab at Cranbourne Library
Join us for the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Maths) Lab at the library for a host of fun-focused investigations and experiments. Our weekly club is perfect for fostering creativity, problem-solving, and resilience!