Science Alive! is the largest, single, interactive science exhibition in Australia. With a diverse range of exhibitors and interactive displays, this is a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages to engage with science in a fun and meaningful way. There will also be dynamic performances and shows, which promise to be both educational and…
Topic: Space and Astronomy
National STEM Roundtable
The National STEM Roundtable proposes to examine the issues that impact far northern Australian residents directly and provides a response to research outcomes on issues critical to our region. The issues focus on STEM applications to responses to disaster management and will reflect on data collected through projects delivered by collaborative projects undertaken by Illuminate…
Humanity’s First Time Around the Moon… and Our Next
Stephen Slater is an internationally renowned film and television documentary producer with dozens of titles to his name, visiting from the UK and touring Australasia. He has special access to the national space archives of NASA. His credits include Apollo 11, the highest grossing documentary worldwide for 2019. It has been 55 years since humans…
Reach for the Stars
Come discover what 102,000 others have experienced before you. Bring your five senses to a highly popular astronomy evening filled with wonder with the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society at our registered Mount Martha observatory, south east of Melbourne under dark skies. See the stars, planets and other night sky objects visible at this time of…
Space for Girl Guides and Scouts
If you belong to an adventurous troop of Girl Guides or Scouts of any age who are seeking to navigate their way amongst the stars and who are working towards their Outer Space or Astronomy badge/award, then this focused evening of stargazing, navigating the night sky and big question answering is for your group. You…
Telescope Learning Day
Come along and learn from scratch about how telescopes work, how best to use them and what to point them at. Get heaps of practical hints, tips and tricks from seasoned expert sky observers. Learn from the mistakes they made along their journey. Suitable for all ages and for absolute beginners on the journey, whether…
Astrophotography Workshop
The astrophotography workshop introduces concepts that will assist both the beginner amateur and professional photographer to take stunning photographs of the night sky. Night sky photography is very different to that done in daylight. The afternoon has an array of talks given by experienced and award-winning astrophotographers, with (weather permitting) practical hands-on sessions during the evening…
Science Week at Campbell Primary School
Exploring STEM with Fun and Innovation. Campbell Primary School is thrilled to announce their celebration of national Science Week. As part of our commitment to promoting STEM education and fostering a love for science among our students and families, we are hosting an exciting event filled with student-led activities, engaging demonstrations, and hands-on experiences. Activities…
Mudgeeraba State Special School Science Week
Our P-12 campus was given activities to participate in throughout the week either in their classrooms or as cohorts. The activities consisted of: Sensory Space Adventure which allowed for a space-themed sensory experience that engaged students, promoting exploration, creativity, and understanding of space concepts. Reading space themes stories on SORA. Balloon Rocket where students could…
Earth in Space – Our changing Earth
Students identify the planets in the solar system, model the relative sizes of the sun and planets, and investigate the forces that hold planets in their orbit. This incursion provides students with a thorough understanding of the solar system, forces, heat, light, atmosphere, movement, and position. Students learn about the forces required to launch a…