The Making waves: the science of light resource online eBook is now available. You can also download the matching poster that was posted to all schools in May.
Category: Science Week News
Marine life exposed – under the lens at Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary
The Marine Education Science and Community Centre (MESAC) is a new venture for citizen science based at Beaumaris Yacht Club on the foreshore of Ricketts Point marine sanctuary at Beaumaris. With partners from the marine volunteer community group, marine park manager Parks Victoria, researchers from RMITU and Melbourne Universities, Gould League educators and local government,…
WHAT’S THE MATTER? – Celebrate the 2015 Schools Theme ‘Making Waves – The Science of Light’
Book the show for your school! WHAT’S THE MATTER? is a fact-filled theatrical experience using an action packed narrative, appealing characters, comedy, high energy and audience interaction, along with some famous historical scientists to explain the Science of Light! Jump aboard a galactic adventure to explore how 100 years ago this year, Albert Einstein used…
Community groups all over WA get a funding boost for National Science Week!
The WA small grant round was a resounding success, with a record number of applications! The WA Coordinating Committee offered small grants (up to $2000) for community groups and for the first time also offered micro-grants ($200) for Community Resource Centres (CRC) across WA. Six CRCs were offered micro-grants: Greenbushes: Brain Break Morning Tea &…
School Grant Recipients for 2015
Congratulations to the 263 schools that have been successful in receiving grants of up to $500 to help them conduct a range and variety of science activities during National Science Week. Thank you to each and every one of the 468 Australian schools who applied for school grants. It is fantastic to have such a…
Results of 2015 NSW Regional Science Grants Program announced
Eleven communities across NSW will soon have the opportunity to enjoy a whole range of new science engagement activities created by the network of NSW Regional Science Hubs. Congratulations to the successful 2015 Regional Science Grants Program applicants who have won funds of just under $80 000. Murray Science Hub – Albury Wodonga From the Ground…
Tasmania’s Festival of Bright Ideas needs you!
For the first time, Tasmania will play host to a fun festival celebrating science and the International Year of Light. The Festival of Bright Ideas (FoBI) invites exhibitors and activity providers to participate, free of charge.
YWCA Computer Clubhouse at Science in ACTion
We’re pleased to announce that this year our Clubhouse Members will be participating in National Science Week activities. This year, our Clubhouse Members will host a stall at Science in ACTion, a two-day festival at the Kingston Bus Depot Markets, engaging audiences of all ages in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Our involvement in this…
Unsung Hero Awards of SA Science, 2015
Nominations are now open for the Unsung Hero Awards of South Australian Science. There are two awards available: Unsung Hero of South Australian ScienceThis award honours a person or group, at this particular time, who exemplifies the aims and objectives of National Science Week and Australian Science Communicators (SA). Unsung Hero of South Australian Science…
SA Community Grants for National Science Week
South Australian Community Grants are open for community groups, organisations, and businesses to help celebrate science. The grants should assist in bringing science to an increasing number of South Australians. The South Australian Community Grants are primarily for activities and events that involve the general public; however they may also target business and industry. Eligible organisations…