The 2025 School Resource Book of Ideas for National Science Week is now live! Download the resource book and student journal here.

Seasonal Variations in Australian Vineyards Resource

Discover a new classroom resource exploring seasonal vineyard operations in Australia’s wine industry. Developed by PIEFA and Wine Australia, Seasonal Variations in Australian Vineyards is a free two-lesson unit for Years 7–8, aligned with the Australian Curriculum. Students investigate seasonal changes, sustainable practices, and technologies in viticulture through research, collaborative tasks, and grapevine modelling activities. 



The resource supports learning in science and design & technologies, while also introducing real-world careers in viticulture. Download includes lesson plans, worksheets, a teacher guide, and a printable vineyard operations poster. Find out more here. 

Stay Tuned to Our Planet (STTOP)

Are you looking for engaging and FREE Australian resources that align with the ACARA Sustainability Cross Curriculum Priority?



The Stay Tuned to Our Planet (STTOP) education program uses fast paced, entertaining short videos to create more than 64 resources mapped to the Australian Curriculum for years 5-6 & 7-9.



Each sustainability module includes Lessons and Activities for teachers and students that can be used together or standalone, including Lesson Plan and Extension Task, Classroom Activity, At School Challenge and At Home Challenge along with worksheets and the Teacher Support Resource "Climate Emotions in the Classroom | Practical Tips for Teachers". Find out more here. 

Engineering is Elementary - Free STEM PD Workshops

Locations & Dates:

• Salisbury – Wed 13 Aug
• Port Augusta – Fri 15 Aug
• Whyalla – Mon 18 Aug
• Adelaide (central) – Wed 20 Aug

Bring STEM to life with Questacon’s free Term 3 workshops for educators! Explore two hands-on, curriculum-aligned units:

• Water, Water Everywhere (Environmental Engineering)
• Lights, Buzzer, Action (Electrical Engineering)

Boost your confidence using the Engineering Design Process, gain practical classroom strategies, and walk away with a ready-to-implement unit and exclusive resource kit. Suitable for school and informal educators alike. Apply Now

Physics Skills Enhancement Microcredential Course

Flinders University is running a Physics Skills Enhancement Microcredential course for teachers. The course is open to everyone with or without a physics background.



For the next intake, starting 25 August 2025, STEM Enrichment Academy is delighted to offer 35 fee waiver places to registered teachers. The course is online with only two days of in-person attendance. Travel and accommodation allowances for interstate or remotely located regional schoolteachers will be provided.



If you are interested, please send us an email at [email protected] to reserve a free spot. The official enrolments will commence soon. Please view this flyer for more details.

Teachers Registration Board Service Award 

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Teachers Registration Board Service Award, which honours educators with 20+ years of service who have made a lasting impact on student learning and the profession. Teachers can self-nominate or be nominated by a colleague. Applications must include a CV and a statement addressing the nominee’s contribution to student wellbeing, teaching practice, and professional collaboration. The award will be presented on 4 November at Adelaide Town Hall. Submit applications to [email protected] by midnight, 5 October 2025. Download the application form and criteria here.

Copyright Agency Questionnaire

Take 10 minutes to tell Copyright Agency what materials you’ve copied and shared with your students in the past 12 months and go into the draw to win one of five $500 e-gift cards.



The information you provide will help Copyright Agency ensure fair payment to creators of educational material.

Complete the online questionnaire by 15 September to go into the draw. Prize draw T&Cs apply. Find out more here. 

Playful: Learning through Games

Join the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium, Zoos SA, and the History Trust of South Australia for a hands-on teacher PD, Playful: Learning through Games, on Thursday 17 July. This full-day workshop will explore how games and play can create meaningful, engaging learning experiences. Participate in educational games developed by the hosts, learn tools for classroom engagement, and design your own game to take back to school. Includes lunch and all materials.

📍Botanic Gardens, Goodman Building

🕘 8:45 am – 3:15 pm

💰 $40–$45

Register now: View event details

Tax Time Tips for Teachers

The ATO has released updated guidance to help teachers and education professionals understand what work-related expenses they can and can’t claim at tax time. From classroom supplies to professional development, the guide outlines common deductions and record-keeping tips to make lodging your return easier.



Learn more: ato.gov.au – Deductions for Teachers

MTA Science Resources Guide

The Science Resources Guide is a practical idea-starter, offering a clear visual overview of curriculum updates alongside a handy year-level checklist of engaging, hands-on resources. Designed to save teachers time and spark inspiration, the guide supports a smoother transition to new content areas. Explore teaching tools, lab kits, and classroom ideas at a glance. View the digital guide: Science Resource Look Book



For SA-specific enquiries, contact Amanda Brick at 0418 240 269 to discuss tailored solutions for your school or lab.

Fossil Rock - Now with Free Teacher Resources

Take your students on a time-travelling adventure to meet the first animals on Earth! Our Fossil Rock videos now come with FREE curriculum-linked teacher resources including activities, discussion prompts, and creative extensions for R-3.

Download your free Classroom Pack



We’re thrilled to share that Fossil Rock (A007561) is now available on Scootle, making it even easier for Australian educators to access through your school login.