Age 11-13

Experience the natural and cultural wonders of Roebuck Bay through the Roebuck Bay Working Group’s website. Whether you’re passionate about conservation, eager to participate in citizen science, or interested in learning about this unique ecosystem, this platform offers resources and opportunities to get involved.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant science community of Western Australia’s Great Southern region through the Great Southern Science Council. Whether you’re a student, educator, or science enthusiast, this platform offers engaging events, citizen science projects, and educational resources to connect you with local scientific initiatives.

Explore how everyday conversations and activities can shape your child’s future aspirations with the Little Ripples initiative. You’ll find engaging resources to inspire young minds and foster positive career-related discussions at home and in the classroom.

Explore how Western Australia’s tech innovators are shaping the future by visiting WAITTA’s official website. Whether you’re a student, professional, or educator, you’ll find opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate excellence in the ICT and digital sectors.

Unleash your creativity and tackle real-world challenges by participating in the Game Changer Awards—a premier STEM competition for Western Australian students. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase innovative solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, gaining recognition and valuable experience in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Discover how engineering can be a creative, impactful, and inclusive career path through UWA’s Girls+ in Engineering program. You’ll engage in hands-on workshops, meet inspiring role models, and explore real-world STEM challenges designed to ignite your passion and confidence in pursuing engineering.

Dive into the world of coding with the Girls’ Programming Network (GPN), where you’ll learn to program, solve fun puzzles, and connect with like-minded peers in a supportive environment. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, GPN offers free, full-day workshops each school term across Australia, designed to make learning tech skills exciting and accessible.

Explore how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics can shape your future with Take 2 STEM. Whether you’re a student, parent, or educator, this platform offers resources and insights to help you navigate the evolving landscape of STEM education and careers.

Experience the thrill of designing, building, and racing your own solar-powered car while learning about renewable energy in a fun, hands-on way. If you’re eager to ignite students’ passion for STEM and sustainability, this challenge offers the perfect platform to inspire and educate.

Unleash your creativity and scientific curiosity by participating in the Science Talent Search, where your ideas can shine and be celebrated. Whether you’re passionate about experiments, engineering designs, or science communication, this competition offers a platform to showcase your talents and make your mark in the scientific community.

Experience the excitement of teaching STEM through drones with She Maps. You’ll gain access to curriculum-aligned resources and hands-on activities that make learning engaging and inclusive for all students.

Step into a world where science comes alive through hands-on exhibits, live shows, and immersive experiences at Perth’s premier science centre. Whether you’re a curious child or an inquisitive adult, Scitech offers engaging adventures that spark imagination and foster a love for STEM.

Discover the inspiring women changing the face of science, technology, engineering and maths in Australia. If you’re passionate about STEM or want to see more diverse role models in the spotlight, this is where to start.

If you’re a girl aged 8–18 curious about engineering, Robogals offers hands-on workshops that make learning fun and empowering. Run by university students, these free sessions introduce you to robotics, coding, and problem-solving in a supportive environment.

If you’re eager to explore the cosmos, the Perth Observatory offers captivating night sky tours just 25 km east of Perth in Bickley. Experience the universe through powerful telescopes, delve into the museum’s rich history, and enjoy family-friendly events under the stars.​

If you’re a student, parent, or educator in Australia, myfuture is your go-to platform for career exploration and planning. With tools like the ‘My Career Profile’ to assess your interests and skills, along with detailed information on over 350 occupations and 15,000 courses, it’s designed to help you make informed decisions about your future.​

Inspiring WA is your gateway to engaging STEM experiences across Western Australia, from Perth to remote communities. Whether you’re a student, educator, or community member, you’ll find opportunities to participate in science events, access funding for local initiatives, and connect with a network of passionate STEM enthusiasts.​

InnovationAus.com’s “Girls in STEM” platform is your gateway to inspiring stories of Australian women leading in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. By showcasing diverse role models—from cryptographers to renewable energy experts—it helps you see the exciting possibilities in STEM and challenges outdated stereotypes.​

Grok Academy is your gateway to mastering coding and digital technologies through interactive, curriculum-aligned courses. Whether you’re a student eager to learn or an educator aiming to inspire, Grok offers a range of free resources to help you succeed.

The Gravity Discovery Centre is your gateway to a world of interactive science, astronomy, and Indigenous culture, all set in the pristine bushland of Gingin, just an hour north of Perth. From dropping water balloons off the Leaning Tower of Gingin to stargazing through powerful telescopes, every visit offers a hands-on adventure that makes learning fun and unforgettable.

Geoscience Australia is your gateway to a wealth of Earth science resources that bring Australia’s geology and geography to life. Whether you’re a student, educator, or curious learner, you’ll find interactive tools, classroom activities, and real-world data to deepen your understanding of our planet.

Explore the Future You Australia website to discover engaging STEM resources designed for kids aged 8 to 12. With interactive tools, inspiring role models, and curriculum-aligned activities, it’s a great way to spark curiosity and interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

The GiST’s STEM Career Advice page offers you practical tools and insights to inspire your female students to pursue STEM pathways. From career resources and role models to strategies for fostering a growth mindset, it’s a valuable resource for enhancing your STEM teaching approach.

Discover a world of inspiring student projects at the Digital Technologies Hub, showcasing creativity and innovation in STEM. From solar-powered gardens to AI-driven apps, these real-life examples can spark your child’s interest and imagination.

Discover The GiST (Girls in STEM Toolkit) to find engaging resources that connect your interests to exciting careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. With interactive tools like the STEMOSPHERE career map and inspiring stories from women in STEM, you’ll see how your passions can lead to real-world opportunities.

Education Services Australia (ESA) for helpful digital tools and resources that match your curriculum and improve your teaching and learning. Whether you’re a teacher or student, ESA has practical solutions to support learning, including tools for student wellbeing and digital tech.

Check out the Department of Education’s official website for a wealth of resources and support across early childhood, schooling, higher education, and international education. Whether you’re a student, parent, educator, or policymaker, you’ll find valuable information on funding, programs, and initiatives to enhance educational outcomes across Australia.

Explore Careers with STEM to discover how your passions can transform into exciting careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. With free resources like job kits, quizzes, and inspiring role models, this platform helps you navigate study and career pathways that align with your interests.

Discover the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), where cutting-edge research in nuclear science drives real-world benefits. Educators and students can access learning resources and competitions to learn more about nuclear science. STEM professionals can take a closer look at the diverse range of early career opportunities in nuclear science and technology available through ANSTO and their partners.

Run by Women in Technology Western Austraila, a Techtrails STEM school incursion is a full day of interactive activities, story telling, career exploration, and busting STEM myths. The program is designed to generate passion, excitement and curiosity to inspire young people to consider careers in the world of science, technology, engineering, maths (STEM) and innovation. … Read more

Scitech Challenge Days provide students with a cutting-edge opportunity to represent their school in a friendly competition with like-minded peers. Harnessing 21st century skills and their interest of science, technology, engineering, and maths, teams engage in a series of themed challenges throughout the Discovery Centre. Expertly designed by Scitech’s very own team of STEM educators, … Read more

The Game Changer Awards finals will back on Monday 3 November 2025! The annual event aims to acknowledge and reward young Western Australians for developing their science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills through creative problem-solving, collaboration and team work. Each year, participants choose an issue to solve and setup a project display (science fair style) … Read more

Visit the WA Museum Boola Bardip with your class and explore how living things adapt to the changing environment. Adaptations: Birds This program examines how birds adapt to their environment and the changes that allow different species to thrive and survive. Students will use scientific tools, Museum specimens and 3D scans to observe and record … Read more

In this facilitated workshop, students will take on the role of an ecologist and explore some of the changes brought about as the landscape becomes fragmented and modified. During the workshop, students will investigate: This program links to the following strands of the Western Australian Curriculum. More details can be found here. Facilitated Workshops All … Read more

Travel back billions of years and discover how microscopic organisms forever changed the conditions for life on Earth. Investigate the structures they formed and the chemical processes they used to create oxygen-rich oceans and an atmosphere creating conditions for multicellular life to flourish. Explore the iron rich deposits they helped create providing a wealth of … Read more

Explore the WA Museum’s collections and groundbreaking scientific research through a virtual program.  The program is set to consist of a series of online videos featuring researchers and staff from the Museum’s Collections and Research Centre, providing a valuable resource to support your National Science Week activities and bring real-world science into your classroom. Stay … Read more

How do humans impact life around us? How do we know? Most importantly, what can we do about it? In this virtual workshop, students will explore these questions by understanding the use and importance of science and sustainability. Science helps us to find out about the world around us – what can it tell us … Read more

Calling all magnificent young scientists! The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research is running two different biology focused programs in alternating holiday periods. Cells and Proteins Investigate how your cells function using micropipettes, microscopes and other cool equipment used by medical research scientists. Discover how scientists use cells in research. This program runs in the … Read more

The annual It Takes A Spark! STEM conference is back on 16 September 2025. This year, the theme is ‘Curiosity, Creativity and Community – innovating together’ – highlighting how STEAM learning empowers curiosity, creativity and working together in communities to innovate and solve challenges. Most conferences currently being offered on STEM, STEAM and Entrepreneurship tend … Read more

FIRST LEGO League, part of the international For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST®) movement, is an exciting robotics competition where students ages 9-16 design, build, and program LEGO® robots while developing their research and problem-solving skills. Led by Curtin University, the WA program currently engages over 15,000 participants across multiple competitions. If you’re interested … Read more