Celebrate Science Week 2025 with Big Ideas and Hands-On Fun at Kiaora Place

From Saturday 9 to Sunday 17 August, Australia celebrates National Science Week—a chance to spark curiosity, inspire young minds, and explore the wonders of the world around us. Whether your child dreams of becoming a marine biologist, engineer, or astronaut (or just really loves slime), there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Right here at Kiaora Place, Woollahra Library is hosting WonderLab on Sunday August 17, a day of hands-on experiments with light, sound, electromagnetism and illusions! Designed especially for young explorers WonderLab promises a dynamic, hands-on way to bring science to life.

Find more information here → WonderLab

After your library visit, keep the science momentum going at home with these easy experiments—perfect for a rainy afternoon or weekend project. All the ingredients can be picked up at Woolworths, right here in Kiaora Place.

1. Make Your Own Slime

You’ll Need:

• 1 cup white school glue
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2–3 tbsp contact lens solution (with boric acid)
• Optional: food colouring or glitter

Instructions:

• In a bowl, mix glue and baking soda until smooth.
• Add food colouring or glitter if using.
• Slowly stir in contact lens solution.
• Mix and knead until it forms a stretchy, non-sticky slime.

2. DIY Volcano Eruption

You’ll Need:

• 1 small plastic bottle
• 1 tbsp baking soda
• ½ cup vinegar
• Red food colouring
• A tray to catch spills

Instructions:

• Place the bottle in the centre of a tray.
• Add baking soda and a few drops of food colouring to the bottle.
• Quickly pour in the vinegar and watch the eruption!
• Bonus tip: Build a “volcano” around the bottle using playdough or cardboard for a more dramatic effect.

Whether you’re experimenting at home or heading into WonderLab, Kiaora Place is your launchpad for Science Week fun. Pick up supplies at Woolworths, drop by the library, and get ready to explore the universe—one experiment at a time.