Events
FREE WORKSHOPS + DROP-IN SCIENCE
Plants for Space
At Gwoonwardu Mia
26–27 August 2026 · Carnarvon · Free entry
Discover what it takes to grow food beyond Earth through hands-on science, creative challenges and family-friendly activities.
Create a space salad, design a Moon base, experiment in the Molecular Space Kitchen and imagine the ideal plant for life in space.
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Design Your Plant
Read more: Design Your PlantImagine and create a plant designed for life beyond Earth. Choose the qualities it needs to survive and explain how it could support people in space.
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Green Juice Lab: Molecular Space Kitchen
Read more: Green Juice Lab: Molecular Space KitchenBlend, filter and transform plants in the Molecular Space Kitchen while exploring the science of creating food for future space missions.
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Moon Base Design Challenge
Read more: Moon Base Design ChallengeDesign a Moon base where people and plants can live together for an entire year. A free collaborative workshop for Year 5 and above, families and adults.
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Space Salad Lab
Read more: Space Salad LabCreate and test your own space salad while discovering what plants could provide for astronauts travelling beyond Earth. A free hands-on workshop for Years 7–10 and curious adults.
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It was our home: The Carnarvon Aboriginal Reserve Screening
Read more: It was our home: The Carnarvon Aboriginal Reserve ScreeningDuration: 45 minutes Times: Every Thursday at 10am (excluding public holidays)Cost: Free An open invitation for additional screenings of “It was our home: The Carnarvon Aboriginal Reserve” at Gwoonwardu Mia.
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Elder’s Yarning Circle
Read more: Elder’s Yarning CircleJoin us for a meaningful cultural experience at our weekly Elders’ Yarning Circle. A Yarning Circle is a traditional Aboriginal way of sharing knowledge, stories and experiences. Sitting together in a circle reflects equality, respect and connection, creating a safe space where everyone is heard. These gatherings encourage active listening, empathy and understanding, strengthening community…
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Stargazing Nights at Gwoonwardu Mia
Read more: Stargazing Nights at Gwoonwardu MiaIn partnership with Wooramulla Eco Cultural Journeys Step into the stillness of the night and experience the beauty of the universe above Gwoonwardu Mia. Our Stargazing Nights invite you to slow down, look up, and connect with the night sky in a truly special setting. Far from city lights, the clear Carnarvon skies reveal stars,…
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Entry fee to Collection and Exhibitions
Read more: Entry fee to Collection and ExhibitionsMonday – Friday Guided Daily Tours starts at 11am This multi-award winning permanent interactive exhibition unites and reflects the culture and stories of the five Aboriginal language groups of the region; Yinggarda, Bayungu, Malgana, Thadgari and Thalanyji. Entry Fee Adult $10 Senior/Concession (Australian residents only) $8 Child (5-16 Yrs) $5 Family (2A & 2CH)…
CULTURAL TOURS
Gwoonwardu Mia Guided Cultural Connection Tour
Activity provider: Wooramulla Eco Cultural Journeys
Elevate your visit to Gwoonwardu Mia, Gascoyne Aboriginal Heritage and Cultural Centre on a fully guided cultural experience told by Yinggarda people, Gwoonwardu (Carnarvon’s) traditional owners.