Spotlight on Science Champions: Rachel Pillar – 2025 Volunteer Award Recipient

Posted by SASTA

on 20/10/2025

Kangaroo Island Community Education’s Rachel Pillar is not only an inspiring science educator but also a passionate volunteer whose contributions to the Oliphant Science Awards have left a lasting impact. This year, she was recognised with a SASTA Volunteer Award for her commitment, innovation, and dedication to fostering student engagement...

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Adelaide Fringe 2026 – Teachers Information Session

Posted by SASTA

on 16/10/2025

Date: Thursday 13 November 2025 Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm (arrive from 4:30pm) Location: Goodwood Theatres & Studio, 166 Goodwood Rd, Goodwood SA 5034 Teachers are warmly invited to attend the 2026 Adelaide Fringe Teachers Information Session — your exclusive preview of what’s coming up in next year’s Fringe Schools Program....

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2026 National NAAE Conference – Roots of Resilience: Growing Sustainable Agricultural Education

Posted by SASTA

on 16/10/2025

The 2026 National NAAE Conference will be held from 12–14 January 2026 at the McIntosh Centre, Shepparton, Victoria. Hosted by the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) and the Victorian Association of Agricultural and Horticultural Educators (VAAHE), this event promises to be a highlight on the agricultural education calendar. The...

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Edstart Achievement Awards 2025

Posted by SASTA

on 16/10/2025

The Edstart Achievement Awards Program celebrates student innovation and creativity across Australia, offering grants of up to $2,000 to support unique projects and learning goals. Students can apply under a range of categories, including Environmental and Social Impact, which recognises science, sustainability, and community-focused initiatives. This is a great opportunity...

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Teacher Professional Development Day: Earth & Space Sciences

Posted by SASTA

on 16/10/2025

Wednesday 26 November  Calling all middle school science teachers! Join us for a hands-on Professional Development Day designed to increase confidence in teaching Earth and Space Sciences subtopics in year 8 Science Classrooms. This PD will provide you with two ready-to-use 5-week lesson plan packs aligned to the new South...

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Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

Posted by SASTA

on 16/10/2025

Nominations open for the 2026 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science on Wednesday 22 October, celebrating Australia’s most outstanding achievements in science, innovation, and science teaching. The prizes recognise the work of leading scientists, innovators and teachers who are shaping Australia’s scientific future. Alongside the research and innovation awards, two national...

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Archaeology Taster Day

Posted by SASTA

on 16/10/2025

Interested in studying Archaeology or know a student who might be? Join Flinders University for an interactive, hands-on field school experience at Glenthorne National Park – Ityamaiitpinna Yarta. Participants will take part in archaeological excavations, explore geophysics machines, and discover artefact recording in the field lab. Flinders offers the first...

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PIEFA Vegetable High School Education Resources

Posted by SASTA

on 14/10/2025

How do we inspire secondary students to think differently about food, sustainability and future careers? Through resources that combine classroom learning with real-world examples of how vegetables are grown, processed and enjoyed. The Vegetable High School Education Resources are a suite of engaging, curriculum-aligned educational resources designed for Years 7–10,...

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Igniting Minds, Shaping Futures: Educators at the Heart of Science

Posted by SASTA

on 13/10/2025

At its best, science education does more than transfer knowledge — it transforms how students see the world and their place in it. At St Peter’s Girls’ School, this transformation grows from the expertise of our teaching staff and the values that guide our community. Our educators create environments where...

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