Calling on Schools to trial the Get into STEM: Diversity in STEM Toolkit
on 19/10/2026
Adelaide University's Computer Science Education Research Group (CSER) team is inviting primary and secondary department of education schools in South Australia to take part in a new national research project exploring how inclusive STEM teaching can improve student engagement, confidence and aspirations. Participating schools will receive free professional learning, access...
Free Interactive Physics Simulations
on 13/10/2026
Cost: Free Suitable for: Senior Secondary Physics Explore a free collection of interactive physics resources designed to support classroom teaching and student learning. The website features 3D simulations and interactive activities covering topics such as gyroscopes, coupled pendulums, the Carnot cycle, the electromagnetic spectrum and atomic physics. Each resource includes...
Five common misconceptions about agricultural education in South Australia
on 12/10/2026
By Sue Pratt, SA Lead Agriculture Teacher Misconception #1: You need a school farm to teach agriculture While school farms are an amazing education resource that can offer unique agricultural experiences for students, they are not essential for a great ag program. Successful programs are using facilities with a small...
Night of Science in the South - Woodcroft Library
on 07/10/2026
Next Date: Friday 23 October, 6pm to 8.30pm. Cost: $10 per person plus booking fee. 6 scientists. 10 minute talks. Big ideas made simple. Presented by Dr Pallave Dasari, this annual event brings science out of the lab and into the heart of our southern Adelaide community. Get ready for...
Sprigg Salon Conversations: 80 Years of Ediacaran Fossils
on 07/10/2026
Date: Tuesday 20 October, 6pm to 8pm Where: South Australian Museum, North TCE Cost: $15 general admission | $10 Museum members Join the South Australian Museum and our panel of experts as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the discovery of the Ediacaran Biota. In 1946 our understanding of complex...