This year you can explore the universe from home thanks to the SciVR team from Swinburne University. You can take part in two livestream events, exploring the origins of mysterious and energetic phenomena, tracking events as they occur with Alan Duffy and Rebecca Allen and a live Q&A. Friday 21 August – 8pm to 9pm…
Topic: Space and Astronomy
Satellite Selfie
Have you ever taken a selfie? What if you could take one from space? Wonder no more because during National Science Week this August everyone in the ACT will find out. Introducing Canberra’s very own Satellite Selfie. How can you get involved? We would love you to get your school, business or family and friends to…
Robogals Science Challenge 2020
The Robogals Science Challenge is online STEM competition for female and gender-diverse students aged 5-15. The challenge aims to inspire students to explore various STEM projects, and create short ‘show and tells’ of their discoveries. The challenge involves completing Minor Challenge, and then completing a Major Challenge investigating a STEM area of their choice. Students can…
Techtrails Online: Marine Science
Techtrails Online is a series of online modules featuring links to future careers and video content showcasing inspiring female STEM role models. Free to access and easy to use, with modules covering a range of themes, you can learn about the technology used in industries from marine science, and farming, to virtual reality, space and…
CSIRO Chief Executive, Dr Larry Marshall, at the National Press Club
Mission possible – A vision for Australia’s recovery and future resilience Watch live on ABC TV or on iview. Following his reappointment, CSIRO Chief Executive Dr Larry Marshall outlines his perspective on the critical role of science and technology in driving Australia’s COVID-19 recovery efforts and the power of bold, visionary collaboration to build our future resilience and solve our…
kidsQs (podcast) – suitable for classrooom use
kidsQs is a podcast by kids, for kids. From climate change and science, to technology and current issues in the news, kidsQs is an interactive podcast for curious young minds. Each week our co-hosts, Kate and Dylan, will ask an EXPERT for the answers to your burning questions. Check out our podcasts on space, robots,…
PrimeSCI! Virtual Science Incursions for Students at Home
As restrictions continue to affect our ability to deliver in-school incursions, PrimeSCI! is at the ready to offer remote learning science programs with our PrimeSCI! educators. PrimeSCI! can still offer a wide range of science education school programs for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our PrimeSCI! virtual incursions will be delivered via your preferred video-conferencing application (Zoom…
Great Goodness Challenge
9 GREAT THINGS IN 9 GOOD DAYS The Great Goodness 9 in 9 Challenge is about celebrating all things goodness. e are challenging you and your friends to share 9 great things in the 9 good days days of the Goodness Festival (15 – 23 August) for a chance to win cool prizes and maybe…
Sapphire Coast Science Festival Online
The Sapphire Coast Science Festival is back, but with a different format for 2020. The Sapphire Coast Regional Science Hub Sustainability Education Network (SCRSHSEN), with the generous support of the Australian Government Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources and Inspiring Australia, is excited to present the Sapphire Coast Science Festival, a great opportunity for…
The Night Sky and the Seasons
Presented by Dr David Nicholls, an astronomer who works at Mt Stromlo Observatory near Canberra, part of the Australian National University (ANU). The night sky on the Sapphire Coast is exceptionally dark, making it a wonderful place to view the southern sky, the stars, the Milky Way, the planets and many other phenomena. As we…