Science on Screen

To celebrate National Science Week, the City of Playford will be hosting two FREE movie screenings at the Shedley Theatre. You’re invited to a FREE Community Movie Screening Day at the Shedley Theatre! Join us for a fun-filled day of entertainment, learning, and creativity with two fantastic screenings for all ages! Whether you’re fascinated by…

Garden Ecology

Explore the fundamentals of companion planting and learn how clever plant pairings can boost both the health and productivity of your garden. This workshop unpacks how plants form natural communities that support biodiversity and create thriving garden ecosystems. Learn about plant communities.      This workshop will cover: • The principles of ecology. • How…

Boordakan-Ak Djinanginy (Looking to the Future) Day

Calling teachers of Years 7 and 8 First Nations students. Celebrate National Science Week by heading to the Curtin campus to meet university and industry experts as they showcase their work through exciting hands-on activities. Hosted by Curtin Science and Engineering and the Centre for Aboriginal Studies, this day will highlight how fun STEM can…

DNA in Forensic Science

Forensic DNA analysis has been an ever evolving and rapidly growing field. Used to detect individuals, determine ancestry, identify genetic disorders and map family history. DNA has a vast range of uses in criminal cases, advancing medical knowledge and personal interest. Join us to explore the evolution of DNA research, how DNA is used in…

Science on the South Coast – Interactive activities at UOW Batemans Bay Campus

Explore the University of Wollongong Batemans campus as it transforms into a hub of science activities! From spectacular science shows to science experiments, lava lamps to lizards, nursing simulations to muscle ultrasounds – we have interactivities for everyone. Visit the UOW campus in Batemans Bay this National Science Week. This is a free event and…

Science on the South Coast – Interactive activities at UOW Shoalhaven Campus

Explore the University of Wollongong Shoalhaven campus as it transforms into a hub of science activities! From rockets to reptiles to robotics, spectacular science shows to flight simulators, and from inside your body to the sun – we have interactivities for everyone. Visit the UOW campus in West Nowra this National Science Week. This is…

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 National Science Week. On campus, outside building 20 opposite the library, ABC Illawarra will broadcast Mornings with Nick Rheinberger. Throughout the show, there will be a diverse range of live interviews of UOW academics, professional staff and research students.  From rare plants…

Science of Seeds Story Time

Join us for a special early National Science Week Story Time as we explore the science of seeds and plants through stories and songs on Friday 14th August at 10:30am. Our Leongatha Story Time is a fun, free, 30-minute session for children and their carers run by an early year’s educator. Enjoy stories, songs, craft…

Plants Beyond Earth

A FREE hands-on, immersive program blending scientific discovery, creative thinking, and environmental stewardship. This National Science Week, join Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Plants for Space in a unique, future-facing education experience. From Earth’s ecosystems to lunar greenhouses, this is a call for the next generation of thinkers, growers,…