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[…]