About National Science Week
For over ten years, we have been celebrating the contribution of Australian scientists to the world, encouraging interest in scientific pursuits and inspiring people to become fascinated by the world in which we live.
With ongoing support from the Australian Government and key industry bodies like Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), National Science Week continues to expand and now attracts a wide audience across all spectrums.
With scientific displays, theatrical events, debates and a myriad of science shows, National Science Week targets children to adults, science amateurs to professionals.
National Science Week:
- celebrates our talents and achievements in science, engineering, technology and innovation in Australia;
- provides an opportunity for all Australians to participate in events and activities that showcase science, engineering, technology and innovation;
- showcases sciences’ modern explorations, making science interesting, challenging, important, and of direct relevance to our daily lives, from the well being of our society to the environmentally sustainable growth of our economy;
- encourages younger people to consider continuing studies in science;
- connects science studies and science-based careers;and
- fosters partnerships throughout the community.
POINTS OF DIFFERENCE
National Science Week is Australia’s largest festival, involving over 700,000 people who attend and participate in events.
Newspoll surveys reveal that 50% of the general public are awareof National Science Week.
National Science Week had 1,460 print articles and broadcast media in 2007, that had an audience circulation of over 73 million people.
Annual media is valued at over $1.8 million.
650,000 pieces of marketing collateral were distributed in the lead up to and during National Science Week 2007.
EVENT
National Science Week features over 700 events around Australia each year, including those delivered by universities, schools, museums and science centres.
National Science Week began in 1997 to raise the profile and increase the public’s understanding and appreciation of the role of science, engineering, technology and innovation in maintaining and improving our society, economy and the environment.
WHEN
In 2008, National Science Week will run from 16-24 August.
WHERE
National Science Week events run throughout Australia.
Events are held in both regional and cosmopolitan areas from Darwin to Devonport, Perth to Penrith and beyond.
Major events are held in every capital city within Australia.
Events occur at museums, shopping centres, pubs, universities, schools, local libraries and at major public venues.