Our Changing Planet and Ourselves: Why Nature Connection Might Be the Missing Link in Science Education
on 16/03/2026
"A moth will never know what a zebra finch hears in its song, a zebra finch will never feel the electric buzz of a black ghost knifefish, a knifefish will never see through the eyes of a mantis shrimp, a mantis shrimp will never smell the way a dog can,...
OSA Ambassador - Dylan
on 12/03/2026
Get to know Dylan! How did you first get involved in OSA? I first got into OSA when my science teacher mentioned it to my class when I was in year 3, and I thought it sounded fun so I gave it a go. Why do you participate? I participate...
Our Changing Planet: Empowering Students to Engage with Environmental Change at Kangaroo Island Community Education (KICE)
on 09/03/2026
By Erica Bolto, Margaret Zimmermann and Deb Laver Here at KICE, we are committed to nurturing our students' understanding of environmental change and empowering them to become active stewards of our planet. Our school is located in a unique environmental setting, which inspires us to create authentic learning experiences that...
National Science Week 2026 - Resource Book Now Available!
on 06/03/2026
The 2026 National Science Week Schools Resource Book is here! This year’s theme, Seeds of Science: Nurturing knowledge for all invites students and teachers to explore how agricultural practices have changed over time to enable food security. However, sowing science knowledge in all of us plays a very crucial role....
2026 National Science Week School Grants Now Open!
on 06/03/2026
Applications are now open for National Science Week School Grants, closing 12 April! Schools across Australia can bring science to life in 2026 with a National Science Week School Grant! Applications are now open for funding to support hands-on, curriculum-aligned science events during National Science Week (8–16 August 2026). This...
Ediacara Teaching Resources from the South Australian Museum
on 05/03/2026
South Australia is internationally recognised for the remarkable fossils found at Ediacara in the Flinders Ranges. These fossils represent some of the earliest complex life on Earth and provide an important opportunity for students to explore how scientists investigate the history of life and ancient environments. The South Australian Museum...
Soil Week Australia Schools Competition
on 05/03/2026
Students across Australia are invited to explore the fascinating world beneath our feet through the Soil Week Australia Schools Competition. This competition encourages students to investigate the importance of healthy soil and its connection to food production, ecosystems and the environment. Through creative or research-based projects, students can demonstrate their...
2026 Churchill Fellowships
on 03/03/2026
Applications are now open for Churchill Fellowships in 2026, and close on 20 April. Churchill Fellowships offer a diverse range of people from all walks of life an opportunity to travel overseas for four to eight weeks to explore a topic or issue that they are passionate about. No prescribed...
Supporting Quality Climate Change Education in Australian Schools
on 02/03/2026
This professional consensus paper on climate change education has been jointly developed by the Australian Science Teachers Association, the Australian Geography Teachers Association and the Australian Association for Environmental Education. It represents the shared professional judgement of teachers, educators and education researchers across Australia and responds directly to what teachers...
SA Museum Sensory Friends Evening for World Autism Acceptance Month
on 02/03/2026
In the lead up to World Autism Acceptance Month, the South Australian Museum is opening their doors after hours, turning off some sensory elements and reducing visitor numbers to offer a quieter Museum experience. Date: Friday 27 March Time: 5pm – 7pm Venue: South Australian Museum There will be relaxed...
2026 Australian Museum School Science Eureka Prize
on 02/03/2026
The Australian Museum School Science Eureka Prize is a short film competition that encourages students to communicate a scientifi concept in a way that is accessible and entertaining to the public while increasing their science knowledge. Entries close on Thursday 16 April at 7pm AEST. In 2026, the theme is...
Apply now for the 2026 SA Science Excellence & Innovation Awards
on 02/03/2026
Applications for the 2026 South Australian Science Excellence and Innovation Awards are now open. For more than 20 years, these prestigious Awards have recognised South Australian individuals and teams that have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation and scientific contributions across science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine (STEMM). New award category This...