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Science of Superheroes
Explore the science behind superhero powers through hands-on activities and experiments. Learn about the physics, biolog
Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
Free NASA deep space tracking station — real-time spacecraft tracking, giant antennas and interactive space exhibits.
Easter Holiday Activities
Explore a range of fun and engaging activities for kids during the Easter school holidays, including hands-on science ex
September School Holiday Activities
Discover a range of engaging and educational activities for kids during the September school holidays, including science
Science Spectacular Show
Experience the wonder of science through explosive experiments and captivating demonstrations. Learn about chemical reac
Dinosaur Discovery School Holiday Program
Join us for a fun-filled school holiday program all about dinosaurs! Participate in hands-on activities, explore our din
School Holiday Program
Explore interactive science activities and exhibits at the Queensland Museum during the school holidays.
Science Squad
Become a Science Squad member and participate in exciting science experiments and challenges. Suitable for primary schoo
Science Workshops: Holiday Program
Explore the wonders of science with hands-on experiments and demonstrations during our school holiday program. Kids aged
Scienceworks School Holiday Program
Discover the wonders of science through hands-on experiments, interactive exhibits, and exciting demonstrations at Scien
National Railway Museum Port Adelaide
Steam trains, heritage carriages and train rides in Port Adelaide.
Gold Creek Village – Dinosaur Museum & Entertainment
Australia's largest dinosaur museum plus Cockington Green and family dining in Canberra's Gold Creek precinct.
WA Museum Boola Bardip — School Holiday Programs
Natural history and WA culture at Museum Boola Bardip.
Launceston Planetarium
Immersive star shows and astronomy at QVMAG, Launceston
National Dinosaur Museum
Australia's largest dinosaur museum with fossils and life-size replicas
Indo Pacific Marine
Darwin's living coral reef exhibit — one of the few self-sustaining reef ecosystems on display in the world.
Questacon – National Science and Technology Centre
200+ hands-on science exhibits, earthquake simulators and live shows at Australia's premier science centre.
Perth Observatory Night Sky Tours
Stargaze through powerful telescopes and discover the southern sky with expert astronomers.
School Holiday Science Labs
Interactive science workshops for children to explore topics like robotics, coding, and renewable energy. Hands-on activ
South Australian Museum — School Holiday Programs
Natural history and culture programs at SA Museum.
School Holiday STEM Workshops
Explore the fascinating world of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) through interactive workshops and han
Scitech Brisbane — Science Centre Programs
Hands-on science experiments and exhibits for kids.
Scitech Perth — Science Discovery Centre
Interactive science and planetarium shows in Perth.
Perth Mint — Gold Discovery Tour
Gold pouring and WA gold history at the Perth Mint.
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
Underwater aquarium in Mooloolaba with sharks, rays, turtle rehab, and underwater tunnel.
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Digital sky shows and interactive astronomy at Brisbane's largest planetarium, Mt Coot-tha.
Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Tours
Behind-the-scenes tours of Australia's elite training HQ — see where Olympic champions are made.
Colour: See the World in a New Light
Discover the science behind colour and how it shapes our perception of the world around us.
Science Week Holiday Activities
Join us for fun, hands-on science activities during the school holidays. Explore the wonders of the natural world throug
Summer School Holiday Program
Enjoy a variety of creative, educational, and recreational activities during the summer school holidays, including codin
School Holiday Science Lab
Discover the science behind ships and the sea through hands-on experiments and activities. Suitable for children aged 7-
Dino Detective Program
Become a junior paleontologist and explore the prehistoric world. Dig for fossils, examine dinosaur bones, and learn all
School Holiday Program: Dinosaur Discovery
Explore the world of dinosaurs through hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and fossil discoveries. Recommended fo
Dinosaur Discovery Days
Explore the world of dinosaurs through interactive exhibits, fossil displays, and hands-on activities. Meet a life-size
Dino Discovery Adventure
Explore the world of dinosaurs through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. Learn about different species, thei
Junior Scientist Workshop
Become a junior scientist for a day! Conduct experiments, make observations, and discover the wonders of science through
Planetarium School Holiday Shows
Discover the wonders of the night sky in our state-of-the-art planetarium. Enjoy immersive shows and presentations that
Chau Chak Wing Museum
Museum · Paid entry · Wheelchair accessible
The Museum of Human Disease
Museum · Paid entry
Australian Golf Heritage Society Museum
Museum · Paid entry
Experiment Farm Cottage
Museum · Paid entry
Geology Museum
Museum · Paid entry
Madame Tussauds Sydney
Museum · Paid entry · Wheelchair accessible
Carisbrook House
Museum · Paid entry
Reserve Bank of Australia Museum
Museum · Paid entry
Engine Museum
Museum · Paid entry
Westpac Museum
Museum · Paid entry
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