Applications Open for the 2025 South Australian Science Excellence and Innovation Awards
on 11/03/2025
Recognising SA’s Top Scientists, Innovators & Educators Applications are now open for the 2025 South Australian Science Excellence and Innovation Awards, celebrating outstanding contributions in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM). For 21 years, these awards have recognised scientists, researchers, innovators, and educators whose work has delivered significant social,...
A mix of science and culture to snag seagrass rescue in a world heritage site
on 10/03/2025
Dr Elizabeth Sinclair, School of Biological Science and Oceans Institute, University of Western Australia and Patricia Oakley, Malgana Elder, Ranger, and Indigenous Knowledge holder Please be advised that the following article contains images of an Indigenous person who has died, which are used with family permission. Yandani Gathaagudu, Shark Bay,...
2025 Riverland Precious Plants for Precious People Program
on 06/03/2025
Honouring Dr. Jane Goodall’s 90th Birthday with ‘Forests of Hope’ Schools in South Australia have the opportunity to participate in the 2025 Riverland Precious Plants for Precious People Program. This year, in partnership with Forests of Hope, eligible schools can plant a ‘forest’ in recognition of Dr. Jane Goodall’s 90th...
Australian Rover Challenge
on 06/03/2025
Experience a Full-Scale Lunar Mission The Australian Rover Challenge is an annual robotics competition where university students from Australia and around the world design, build, and compete with semi-autonomous lunar rovers. Unlike many rover competitions focused on Martian exploration, this challenge is designed for simulated lunar surface tasks, including navigation,...
Young Women in STEM
06/03/2025
Inspiring Future STEM Leaders Adelaide University is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Young Women in STEM, an initiative encouraging women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students will engage in hands-on activities led by STEM professionals while meeting current university students studying STEM fields. The program...
Resources Discovery Experience
on 06/03/2025
Explore Careers in the Energy, Mining & Resources Sector The Energy, Mining & Resources School Outreach (EMRSO) program is offering an immersive, multi-day experience for Year 11 and 12 students, providing insights into the resources industry through: Mine site tours in South Australia One-on-one conversations with industry professionals Hands-on workshops...
On-Campus Events – Energy, Mining & Resources School Outreach (EMRSO) Program
on 06/03/2025
Connecting Secondary Students with University Pathways The Energy, Mining & Resources School Outreach (EMRSO) program is excited to offer a range of activities and events for schools and students in 2025. The EMRSO program is hosting two on-campus events in Term 2 and Term 3, aimed at linking secondary school...
Ingenuity 2025
on 06/03/2025
Discover Pathways in STEM & Design Ingenuity 2025 is an interactive education and careers event showcasing opportunities in architecture, science, engineering, computer science, and mathematics at Adelaide University. Students will have the chance to: Engage with current university students and staff Participate in hands-on STEM activities Explore career pathways in...
Zoo STEAM Teach: Learn to teach STEAM meaningfully at Adelaide Zoo
on 06/03/2025
Integrating Science and Technology in Zoo-Based Learning Flinders University, in collaboration with Zoos SA, is offering STEAM professional development opportunities for educators. One of the upcoming workshops, Zoo STEAM Teach, will provide teachers with innovative ways to integrate science and technology curriculum using zoo environments as real-world learning contexts. Date: ...
New Education Programs at Adelaide Zoo & Monarto Safari Park
on 06/03/2025
Adelaide Zoo: Twilight After Dark Discoveries A unique night-time learning experience for students at Adelaide Zoo, this program offers the rare opportunity to observe nocturnal and crepuscular animals that are typically unseen during regular zoo visits. Program Highlights Students will use red light torches and thermal cameras to locate and...
Nominations Open for Young Future Shapers
on 06/03/2025
A Confidence-Boosting STEM Program for Students in Years 5–10 Young Future Shapers is a free program designed to build confidence, capability, and connections in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) for students in Years 5–10. This initiative helps students discover new interests and career pathways through personalised support and hands-on...
2025 Credit Union SA School Impact Program
on 06/03/2025
Applications Now Open for School Funding The Credit Union SA School Impact Program is now accepting applications for 2025. This program provides funding to South Australian schools to support student wellbeing, facility upgrades, and educator development. In 2024, over $115,000 was awarded to 30 schools, and Credit Union SA has...
In-Centre Schools in Space Program
on 06/03/2025
Engage Your Students with Australia's Space Industry The Australian Space Discovery Centre (ASDC) invites school groups to participate in the In-Centre Schools in Space Program, offering an immersive experience into Australia's burgeoning space sector. Program Overview This program provides students with: Interactive exhibits showcasing current space technologies and missions. Engaging...
New Paddock to Plate Website with Free Resources
on 06/03/2025
Explore Over 100 Free Resources for Schools From Paddock to Plate has launched a brand-new website, offering over 100 free educational resources designed to help teachers deliver engaging lessons on food and fibre production. What’s New? Free Resources Map – Easily explore every available resource in one place. Complimentary Curriculum...
Fossil Rock: An Educational Video Series for Young Explorers
on 06/03/2025
Discover the Wonders of the Ediacara Period Fossil Rock is an engaging educational video series that combines live action and animation to ignite curiosity in young minds. The series explores the fascinating Ediacara Period fossils found in South Australia's Nilpena Ediacara National Park. Program Highlights Target Audience: Children aged 4–9....
Great Southern BioBlitz 2025
on 06/03/2025
Engaging Communities in Biodiversity Monitoring The Great Southern BioBlitz (GSB) is an international event dedicated to intense biological surveying, aiming to record all living species within local government areas across the Southern Hemisphere in spring. Using the free and accessible iNaturalist platform, this initiative helps build biodiversity awareness and creates...
Get to know your board members: Jordan Della Pietra
on 03/03/2025
Jordan Della Pietra School / Organisation: Woodville High School Current role: STEM Coordinator What inspired you to become a science teacher? I have always loved learning. I remember helping my sister with her schooling from a young age. After completing studies in my passion, marine biology, I wanted to help...