Battle the Lost in Science Ptrivia Pterodactyl with your big brain at our annual fundraiser! Test your knowledge on everything from the mysteries of the cosmos to the wonders of wildlife, while supporting the sharing of science on radio. (Are these question spoilers? You’ll have to come to find out.) This prehistorically entertaining night is…
Topic: Innovation and Technology
Decoding the Universe: Powered by curiosity
Get ready for an explosive week of science, curiosity, and hands-on fun! For the very first time, Gledswood Hills High School is launching National Science Week in 2025 — and it’s all about getting stuck into real science, with your hands, your brain, and your curiosity. Every Year 7 student will dive into four exciting…
Brunswick South Primary School Cake Competition
As part of National Science Week, BSPS is hosting a school-wide Cake Competition where students and families are invited to create edible masterpieces inspired by the 2025 theme: Decoding the Universe. Participants will bake and decorate cakes, biscuits, or slices that creatively represent concepts from astronomy, physics, biology, or technology—from galaxies and DNA to data…
Q and A with Dr Karl – Decoding the universe
Ever wondered why the sky is blue, how black holes work, or what quantum science even means? Join the one-and-only Dr Karl Kruszelnicki as he unpacks the mysteries of the universe in this exciting National Science Week event: Q&A with Dr Karl – Decoding the Universe. This FREE live and interactive webinar is your chance…
STEM Science Expo
Welcome to our STEM Science Expo – where curiosity meets creativity! Today, our school is buzzing with brilliant ideas, amazing experiments, and hands-on discoveries. Our young scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers have been exploring the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths – and now it’s time to share their learning with you! From wobbly buildings…
From Fibonacci to Fractals – Design inspired by nature’s patterns
Have you ever picked up a pinecone and wondered why you can see spirals? Perhaps you have noticed how tree branches become thinner as they reach into the sky. There are patterns in nature all around us. In this online workshop, we will unpack the functions of these patterns and explore how they can spark…
Plastic Micro-Recycling Workshop
This Science Week, UNSW Library invites you to get curious about sustainability, innovation, and making a real-world impact. Join us for a plastic micro-recycling workshop led by Defy Design, a Sydney-based company that specialise in designing and manufacturing beautiful products made from plastic destined for landfill. In this hands-on session, you’ll explore the stages of plastic…
Materials Revolution MICROfactorie Tour
This Science Week, UNSW Library invites you to get curious about sustainability, innovation, and making a real-world impact. Join us for a guided tour of the library exhibition Materials Revolution, and a behind-the-scenes tour of UNSW Sustainable Materials Research and Technology (SMaRT) Centre’s MICROfactorie Laboratory. Learn how materials scientists are rethinking waste, and visit the…
Plastic Micro-Recycling Workshop
This Science Week, UNSW Library invites you to get curious about sustainability, innovation, and making a real-world impact. Join us for a plastic micro-recycling workshop led by Defy Design, a Sydney-based company that specialise in designing and manufacturing beautiful products made from plastic destined for landfill. In this hands-on session, you’ll explore the stages of plastic…
Coding and electronics (12-16 years)
Smart home project with BBC Micro:bit (12-16 years). Step into the world of smart home technology with this hands-on workshop! Using the BBC Micro:bit, participants will explore the basics of coding, electronics, and sensors to build interactive projects like automatic lights, temperature monitors, and door alarms. Perfect for beginners, this workshop sparks creativity and helps…