Mirror, Mirror on the Wall

An evening designed to allow you to explore the wonders of science. Wander through classrooms filled with challenges- create the longest fibre optic fibre, use a laser cutter to cut your own key chains, use microscopes to see things too small for the human eye and loads more. Each classroom is set up to show…

Neighbourhood Earth

Join us on an exciting space adventure at Neighbourhood Earth. This award-winning exhibition features a faithful 1:1 recreation of an ISS section, interactive learning activities and games, as well as a space cinema experience. Perfect for parents and kids who want to enjoy time together while learning about our universe, the exhibition takes you on…

BrightMindz Academy: Online science trivia

We are bringing together our Online Science Trivia for the Young Australian Students once again this year. The idea behind this event is to inculcate the abilities to question facts, find answers to the unknown and develop a love for science. This event will encompass a five day daily quiz about a particular theme. Students…

Celestial Navigation @ QVMAG

An evening under the stars in the Launceston Planetarium.  Watch the animated adventure Nga Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators to discover how the night sky guided the journeys of First Nations people.  Hear from celestial navigator Jeremy Parker and astronomer Chris Arkless as they discuss how the stars have assisted voyagers throughout time.

Launch of National Science Week in Victoria

National Science Week is nearly upon us. This annual celebration of science and science communication could not happen without your efforts. Please join us and other special guests from Victoria’s science engagement community for the launch of 2022’s National Science Week at Scienceworks in Spotswood. Following drinks and canapes, guests will be treated to a…

Scitech Discovery Centre Shows for National Science Week

Ready, set: science. National Science Week is Australia’s biggest celebration of science and technology. Visit Scitech this August for a day filled with brand new shows and pop-up science. Head to the planetarium for Birth of Planet Earth, the spectacular new show that tells the tale of our planet’s origins. Join us to explore some…

Shirty Science presents Australia’s Favourite Science Shirt

Who will go home with the title of Australia’s Favourite Science Shirt in 2022? 16 awesome scientists and artists from across the country currently creating 8 super cool science shirt designs for #ScienceWeek. Now it is time to determine Australia’s Favourite Science Shirt. Hosted by Nate Byrne, ABC Breakfast Weather Presenter, our scientist and artist…

Larapinta Glass Explorers

Larapinta PS will have a selection of different activities for students to explore predominately with exploring glass but also light properties. The whole school will be involved and mixed groups means students will have the opportunity to work with student’s they don’t always work with.

The Leadership – Documentary screening and panel discussion

As part of National Science Week, the Australian National University is offering a free screening of The Leadership. This spectacular documentary, which reflects on leadership in science and the systemic obstacles to women’s advancement in science and beyond. The film follows 76 female scientists on an Antarctic voyage designed to transform them “into the sort…