The National Science and Engineering Challenge

18/06/2026

Did you know that every one of our activities is specifically linked to real STEM careers? This gives students a glimpse into the STEM field and what kind of jobs they may be interested in.

Hear from students at the Brisbane South Challenge event as they share what careers they recognised in their challenge! 💡

18/06/2026

03/06/2026

🥇 SCIENCE & ENGINEERING CHALLENGE 🥇
We are excited to announce that Launceston Christian School was victorious at both the Regional and State Science and Engineering Challenges at the Launceston Conference Centre! Thirty-two of our Year 9 and 10 students worked in groups of four to apply their STEM knowledge in six half-day and two full-day competitions, followed by the state final yesterday.

The team represented LCS fabulously, with a highlight of the regional competition being the bridge challenge in which LCS was the only school whose bridge managed to carry the "Bridge Buster" which weighs over 8kg on our 66g bridge.

The LCS team will travel to Canberra to join highest scoring schools from around the country to compete in the National Final in October.

Massive congratulations to all our budding scientists and engineers!

02/06/2026

27/05/2026

Western Australia Tour 2026

The Challenge spent two incredible weeks in Bunbury and Perth, engaging more than 2,000 students across the state.

Over the 8 Challenge Days, Hale School achieved the highest score in the state with 1464.53 points and has been invited to compete at the National Final this October. Congratulations!

In Bunbury, two Discovery Days were also delivered, giving Year 5 and 6 students the opportunity to explore hands-on STEM activities and enjoy an exciting science show. 🧪🧪

A huge thank you to the Western Australian Rotary Clubs, Universities and industry partners whose support made the event possible!

27/05/2026

21/05/2026

It’s National Volunteer Week - the perfect time to celebrate the incredible people who help shape the next generation.

With just two staff members supporting up to 250 students at each challenge event, our volunteers are absolutely vital to our success.

From setting up events to leading activities, answering student questions, and bringing the energy - our volunteers make it all possible. We truly couldn’t do this without you!

In 2025 alone, 3,126 volunteers contributed an amazing 20,319 hours across the country.

Thank you for everything you do!

21/05/2026

TASMANIA TOUR 🚀

The Tasmania tour has officially kicked off this week in Hobart! Over the next three weeks, 48 schools in the state will take part in the challenge, with a state final taking place on June 2nd.

20/05/2026

15/05/2026

This National Careers week, we are here to show you that STEM isn’t just scientists and engineers.. it’s also chefs, fashion designers and fitness instructors. 🧑‍🍳🏋️‍♀️👨‍🎨

At the Challenge, students develop skills in STEM that can be used in any career they are inspired to pursue.

How are you using STEM in your career?