Science Fair and Escape Room Adventure - National Science Week at Clarendon Primary School
on 30/08/2025
At Clarendon Primary School we Decoded the Universe for Science Week hosting our annual Clarendon Primary Science Fair, guess the photo wall and our Clarendon Escape Room on Thursday 14th August. Students shared projects that they had made for the Oliphant Science Awards and projects specially made for this fair...
Science Week at Unley Primary School: Decoding the Universe
on 30/08/2025
Unley Primary School's Science Week featured an engaging after-school Science Expo in the school’s Sports-Arts Centre, supported by a National Science Week Grant. The event attracted members of the wider school community, who enjoyed a showcase of student work across the fields of Earth & Space Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and...
Egg Drops, Escape Rooms & Exploration: Science Week at Woodville High School
on 28/08/2025
Woodville High School celebrated Science Week under the national theme “Decoding the Universe.” The program provided students with opportunities to engage in a wide range of activities designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving. Each morning began with an online quiz in home groups, encouraging students to test their knowledge...
Exploring Science, Patterns & Possibilities at Mary MacKillop College
on 27/08/2025
Term 3 Week 4 at Mary MacKillop College was filled with curiosity, creativity and discovery as we celebrated National Science Week. This year’s theme, “Decoding the Universe: Exploring the Unknown with Nature’s Hidden Language”, linked perfectly with the 2025 International Year of Quantum Technologies, inspiring interest across the school. Displays...
From Fruit Prints to Future Pathways: Celebrating Curiosity and Enrichment in STEM at Harvest Christian College
on 26/08/2025
National Science Week 2025 invited us to explore the theme “Decoding the Universe – Exploring the Unknown with Nature’s Hidden Language”. At Harvest Christian College in Kadina, Yorke Peninsula, this theme inspired a vibrant week of activities that captured the curiosity of our youngest learners while also celebrating the achievements...
NEW Resources Available from Primary Connections (Year 4-6)
on 26/08/2025
Year 4 Chemistry Packaging pioneers – Students learn about the properties of natural and man-made materials including fibres, metals, glass and plastics. They explore how to test materials for different properties, and examine real-life applications by designing packaging suitable to store and transport food, justifying why each material has been...
They Did What? Video Competition
on 26/08/2025
Uncover Australia’s unsung STEM stars in the ‘They Did What?’ video competition The They Did What? STEM video competition is back! Australian students from Foundation to Year 10 are invited to create a 3-minute video about an unsung Australian STEM star for a chance to win a great prize up...
Who Broke Our Principal’s Teacup? - National Science Week at St Dominic’s Priory College
on 25/08/2025
During Science Week, disaster struck — our Principal, Dr Steele’s treasured teacup was broken! CCTV footage couldn’t identify the culprit, so students stepped into a lunchtime crime scene to investigate. Armed with curiosity and their detective skills, they examined the evidence to determine which well-respected science teacher was behind the...
AAEESA Bird Identification Sessions
on 25/08/2025
Are you ready for the Aussie Bird Count in October? The Australian Association for Environmental Education (AAEE) are hosting two upcoming events: Introduction to Bird Identification (Online Session) and Field Trip at Morialta Conservation Park. Introductory Session - Thursday 4 September 4-5pm (ACST) Online Field Trip - Saturday 13 Sept...
Careers in Science: Communicating Science in Museums
on 19/08/2025
Date: Tuesday 9 September Time: 10am to 11am Where: South Australian Museum Ever wondered what it’s like to work at a museum? Scientific discoveries are made every day but how do we learn about them? Online articles, podcasts… and Museums! Museums are more than just places to visit, they're vibrant...
SACE Stage 2 Exam Revision Sessions at Westminster School
on 13/08/2025
These revision sessions are an invaluable opportunity for students to consolidate their knowledge and prepare for the external examination. These sessions are designed to review the core concepts and critical information that form the foundation of the curriculum. Expert educators guide students through complex topics, ensuring they have a firm...
Chemistry Careers Night 2025
on 13/08/2025
Date: Wednesday 10 September 2025 Time: 5:45 pm arrival for 6:00–7:00 pm session Location: University of Adelaide, North Terrace Campus Cost: Free Audience: Year 9–12 students, parents, teachers, and anyone curious about chemistry careers Register: Chemistry Careers Night – Humanitix Wondering where chemistry can take you? Whether you’re considering chemistry...
Free Crystal Explorer Kits for Primary Schools
on 13/08/2025
Year levels: 4–6 Cost: Free (including postage) Eligibility: One kit per school (two for schools with 400+ students) Request a kit: Crystal Explorer Kit Request Form Website: Bragg Your Pattern Looking for an engaging, hands-on resource to introduce crystallography and molecular structures in your classroom? The Crystal Explorer Kits have...
WildVoice - Youth Art for Conservation Competition
on 12/08/2025
What is the WildVoice Art Competition? WildVoice is a South Australian student art competition that invites young people in Years 7–12 to creatively explore and raise awareness about wildlife crime and conservation. Art is a powerful tool to inspire empathy, critical thinking, and personal connection to the environment, especially for...
Ngarrngga Curriculum & Resource Update: Supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cross Curriculum Priority
on 12/08/2025
Audience: Primary & Secondary Teachers Focus: Curriculum Integration | Professional Development | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures Access Resources: Curriculum Update (PDF) Ngarrngga has released new curriculum and professional development resources to support the effective implementation of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross-curriculum...
Science Connections – Secondary Teaching Sequences
on 12/08/2025
Discover ready-to-use, inquiry-based science learning resources for Years 7 and 9—all available for free through the Australian Academy of Science’s Science Connections program. Highlights include: Three new teaching sequences aligned with AC V9: Year 7 – Ecosystems Beyond Earth: Exploring space ecosystems, biosecurity, and growing food in extraterrestrial environments Year...
Venue registration is now open for Adelaide Fringe 2026!
on 11/08/2025
Have you considered using your school as a fringe venue, a space for showcasing student work, or a location to host touring artists? Well, you can! Adelaide Fringe 2026 venue registrations are now open and we’re inviting schools like yours to get involved. Schools often have brilliant facilities, from auditoriums...
Where Innovation Meets Inspiration: My Time at ISEF 2025
on 28/07/2025
written by Chloe Yew Representing Australia at the 2025 Regeneron ISEF in Columbus, Ohio, has been one of the most enriching and unforgettable experiences of my life. I feel incredibly honoured and grateful to have had this opportunity, not only to present my project on a global stage, but to...
Why Plastic Free July?
on 21/07/2025
written by Jo Hendrix, KESAB Lots of people know this month as Plastic Free July, but why? Plastic Free July began 15 years ago in WA and is now an international movement to encourage us to reduce ‘Single Use Plastic’. Compostwares, including PLA lid Why do we need it? Plastics...
Just One Thing - Plastic Free July
on 14/07/2025
By Sue Gaardboe It was the Plastic Free July website that got me started. It’s true, I was already interested in recycling and composting, but I certainly wasn’t preaching about it or forcing my family to engage in public litter-collecting activities. My early mid-teens children were well aware of the...
OFFICE CLOSURE
on 10/07/2025
The SASTA office will be closed on Friday 11th and Monday 14th July for a mid-holiday break. As a result, there may be some delay on the processing of orders. Regular office hours (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday) will resume on Tuesday 15th July.
Small scientists, BIG impact: How students are powering insect discovery and ecosystem awareness
on 07/07/2025
By Dr Andy Howe and Dr Erinn Fagan-Jeffries If you’re a teacher looking for meaningful ways to connect students with real science, biodiversity, and ecosystems - look no further than your own schoolyard. Insects are everywhere, and it turns out, they can teach us a lot - not just about...
Copyright Agency Questionnaire
on 01/07/2025
Copyright Agency is asking for your help by completing a short online questionnaire about materials you have copied and shared with your students in the past 12 months. By completing the questionnaire, you can enter a random draw to win one of five eGift cards from GiftPay worth $500 each. ...
East Marden Primary School's Student-Led Biodiversity Projects
on 30/06/2025
Written by Carly Willamowski, Science Teacher at East Marden Primary School Improving our schools biodiversity was a goal that started with the concerns of our students. As a school that sits along the Karrawirra Parri (River Torrens), East Marden Primary school is surrounded by Gum trees. These trees host a...
Stay Tuned to Our Planet (STTOP) education program
on 30/06/2025
Are you looking for engaging and FREE Australian resources that align with the ACARA Sustainability Cross Curriculum Priority? The Stay Tuned to Our Planet (STTOP) education program uses the fast paced, entertaining STTOP videos to create more than 64 resources mapped to the Australian Curriculum for years 5-6 and 7-9. ...