28 February – 8 March ACDT SeaWeek 2026 Promote ocean literacy during Sea Week and inspire students to learn about ocean risks and their solutions. About Sea Week Join us for Sea Week from February 28th to March 8th in Australia and New Zealand as we promote ocean literacy and celebrate connecting with our seas. Our ocean needs protection.[…]

1 March All day Healthy seagrass, healthy planet In May 2022, the General Assembly adopted A/RES/76/265 proclaiming 1 March as World Seagrass Day. The resolution highlights the urgent need to raise awareness at all levels and to promote and facilitate actions for the conservation of seagrasses in order to contribute to their health and development,[…]

1 March All day Clean Up Australia inspires and mobilises communitiesto improve and conserve our environment,eliminate litter and end waste.  More than 21 million Aussies have participated in Clean Up Australia activities and events over the past three decades. Over that time Clean Up Australia has evolved to provide practical solutions to help all Australians[…]

7 March @ 8:45 am – 3:10 pm ACDT 2025 HASS SA Annual Conference – Game Changers and Change Makers Event description Step into the world of ‘Game Changers and Change Makers’ at the 2025 HASS SA Annual Conference! Saturday, 7th March 2026 Urrbrae Agricultural High School, 505 Fullarton Road, Netherby Get ready for an[…]

20 March All day A nationwide program that enables students to get physically active on their journey to school The problem Over the past 40 years the number of children who are physically active everyday has significantly dropped. In the 1970s, eight out of ten students rode or walked to school but today that number has dropped[…]

22 March @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm ACDT WWF’s Earth Hour is the world’s biggest movement to protect our planet. Every year hundreds of millions of people around the world in more than 7,000 cities in over 180 countries take part in this amazing global conservation movement.Join the movement and take part in Earth[…]

23 March All day World Meteorological Day takes place every year on 23 March and commemorates the coming into force on 23 March 1950 of the Convention establishing the World Meteorological Organization. It showcases the essential contribution of National Meteorological and Hydrological Services to the safety and wellbeing of society and is celebrated with activities[…]

13 April @ 8:00 am – 14 April @ 5:00 pm ACST 13 & 14 April 2026 Conference Theme: Cultivating Curiosity The 2026 SASTA Annual Conference theme, Cultivating Curiosity, invites educators to explore how we nurture curiosity in science classrooms—from the first question to the final reflection. Curiosity is at the heart of scientific thinking, and[…]

22 April All day EARTH DAY 2026 Our Power, Our Planet™ 2026 marks the 56th anniversary of EARTH DAY, and to honor this milestone, we are inviting our one billion supporters in 192 countries to unite behind renewable energy, with the goal of tripling the global generation of clean electricity by 2030. We urge everyone[…]

10 May All day World Migratory Bird Day Creating Bird-Friendly Cities & Communities This year, WMBD will raise awareness about the many challenges migratory birds face due to human activities and expanding urban development. The campaign will advocate for strategic urban planning and conservation efforts that incorporate bird-friendly practices, making sure that our communities become[…]

22 May All day The extinction rate of species is now about 1,000 times higher than before humans exerted their influence on the world. Current investment in biodiversity barely covers 0.1% of global GDP. Crucial sector investors can make a difference in agriculture, water treatment and sustainable materials. Biological diversity, or simply biodiversity, encapsulates all the[…]

5 June All day World Environment Day on 5 June is the biggest international day for the environment. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and held annually since 1974, the event has grown to be the largest global platform for environmental outreach, with millions of people from across the world engaging to protect[…]

8 June All day Mark your calendars for June 8, as the world comes together to celebrate World Ocean Day. This annual event serves as a reminder of the critical importance of protecting our oceans and marine life. Why do we need World Oceans Day? Our oceans cover 70% of the planet’s surface and play[…]

5 July – 12 July ACST National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about  First Nations cultures[…]

24 July All day Schools Tree Day is a great way to inspire your students to learn about the local environment while playing an active role in their community. Schools Tree Day is celebrated on Friday 24th July 2026, but you can register your event any time of year that suits your climate. Tree Day is a[…]

26 July All day National Tree Day Australia’s largest tree planting and nature care event.Join our community to help plant one million native trees. Established in 1996, National Tree Day has grown into Australia’s largest community tree planting and nature care event. The program is a call to action for all Australians to get their[…]

3 August – 9 August ACST LANDCARE WEEK: Landcare is for Everyone (L.I.F.E) Landcare Week is an annual celebration of landcare held during the first week of August to acknowledge the Australians who are actively restoring, enhancing and protecting the natural environment in their community. Landcare volunteers and groups work all year to care for[…]

15 August – 23 August ACST Celebrating science & technology National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Running each year in August, it features more than 1000 events around Australia, including those delivered by universities, schools, research institutions, libraries, museums and science centres. Find out more: https://www.scienceweek.net.au/ Bring Science Week into[…]

22 August @ 8:00 am – 28 August @ 5:00 pm ACST Children’s Book Week Children’s Book Week is The CBCA’s key highlight national event of the year. CBCA Book Week is an annual celebration of children’s literature across Australia, organised by the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA). The week encourages young readers to[…]

7 September All day National Threatened Species Day What Is National Threatened Species Day? National Threatened Species Day spotlights the importance of protecting Australia’s wildlife and draws attention to species that are at risk of extinction. It celebrates the conservation efforts being made to ensure we don’t lose any further species. Held every year on[…]

10 October All day World Migratory Bird Day 2026 Creating Bird-Friendly Cities & Communities In 2026, WMBD will raise awareness about the many challenges migratory birds face due to human activities and expanding urban development. The campaign will advocate for strategic urban planning and conservation efforts that incorporate bird-friendly practices, making sure that our communities[…]

5 December All day Soil and water, a source of life Our planet’s survival depends on the precious link between soil and water. Over 95 percent of our food originates from these two fundamental resources. Soil water, vital for nutrient absorption by plants, binds our ecosystems together. This symbiotic relationship is the foundation of our[…]