Inspire Future STEM Leaders at STEM Careers Day 2026
on 10/06/2026
Science Alive's STEM Careers Day returns on Friday 7 August 2026, providing secondary students with an exciting opportunity to explore future pathways in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Held at the Adelaide Showground, STEM Careers Day brings together more than 80 exhibitors, industry professionals, educators and training providers, offering students...
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours
on 04/06/2026
Looking for an engaging way to take learning beyond the classroom? Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours offers curriculum-aligned educational experiences that immerse students in Adelaide’s unique natural and cultural heritage. Based at Garden Island in Port Adelaide, these guided kayaking tours explore the marine and riparian habitats of the iconic Adelaide...
Borrow, Explore, Discover: Inside Green Adelaide’s Loan Library
on 02/06/2026
Looking for new ways to bring nature education to life? Or perhaps you're after some fresh resources for your classroom? Green Adelaide’s Loan Library offers a fantastic range of free resources for schools, including books, games, posters, DVDs and hands-on equipment such as nest box cameras, water quality testing kits...
ASTA Position Paper Explores Future Directions for Science Education
on 01/06/2026
The Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA) has released a new position paper exploring how Australia can strengthen its long-term science capability through education reform. Titled Strengthening Australia’s Sovereign Science Capability Through Genuine Education Reform, the paper examines the relationship between student participation in senior science and mathematics, teacher workforce challenges,...
Phage Hunters: Authentic Microbiology in the Classroom
on 25/05/2026
Written by Andy Stone, Australian Science & Mathematics School Microbiology can be a challenging area for students to connect with; by its nature, it explores a world they cannot see. The Phage Hunters elective was designed to bridge that gap, allowing students to investigate the invisible world through authentic, research-based...