Series: Aussie STEM Stars

Age range 9 to 14 Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. As Australia's Chief Scientist, our country has turned to Alan Finkel for advice on everything from the climate, to AI, to the pandemic. But at a time when scientists have never been so important, Alan nearly didn't...

Age range 9 to 14 Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Eddie Woo has already packed a lot into his short life. An Australian High School Maths teacher, education ambassador and advisor, author, TV host, and YouTube sensation, Eddie has been putting the magic in maths for the...

Age range 9 to 14 Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Gisela Kaplan's story begins in post-World War II Germany. Despite incredible challenges as a child, she retained a profound curiosity, care and compassion for all living things. Her captivating, ground-breaking scientific research on Australian magpies, tawny frogmouths,...

Age range 9+ Aussie STEM Stars: John Long by Danielle Clode explores the life and work of John Albert Long, an esteemed Australian palaeontologist. Currently, he is a Strategic Professor in Palaeontology at Flinders University in Adelaide, South Australia. He has also served as the Vice President of Research and Collections at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County...

Maddy spent her early years in the Northern Territory before her family moved back to Western Australia. Maddy's love of the sea and everything in it was nurtured by her beloved grandfather, who would take her fishing and snorkelling in the ocean off Busselton, south of Perth. On these trips, he would regale her with his many stories of shipwrecks...

Growing up in London, Michelle's interests frequently bumped up against expectations of girls, which she pushed through, including her love of playing soccer and chess, and later, her passion for science and technology. Professor Simmons is well-known for creating the field of atomic electronics. Since 2000, she has established the Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology, dedicated...

Age range 9 to 14 Aussie STEM Stars: Munjed Al Muderis tells the inspiring story of Munjed's life. "Life is about making a difference," Munjed says. "We all have a mission in life, to leave behind a legacy." His resilience, determination, and positive outlook on life—seeing the glass as half full rather than half empty—have helped him excel in his...

Age range 9 to 12 Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's experts in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. About Suzy Urbaniak 'Many people tend to follow the crowd, but never ask 'Why?' Suzy Urbaniak taught me so many things. This new way of thinking changed how I view the world.' — Year 6 CoRE Student,...

Age range 9 to 14 Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Professor Ajay Rane is the Director of Urogynaecology at Townsville University Hospital and Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at James Cook University (JCU). Ajay has devoted his research and practice to treating women with severe childbirth injuries...

Shortlisted for the Speech Pathology Book of the Year Awards 2021: 8 to 10 Years Age range 9 to 14 Aussie STEM Stars: Fiona Wood is a compelling read about Fiona Wood, a plastic surgeon whose expertise in burns treatment gained worldwide recognition following the 2002 Bali bombings. This story reflects her journey from defending the weak and repairing the...

Age range 9 to 14 Aussie STEM Stars: Georgia Ward-Fear by Claire Saxby showcases the inspiring story of Georgia Ward-Fear, famous for her groundbreaking research into shifting ecological paradigms and animal behaviour. Beyond her scientific achievements, she is an adventurer who travels extensively in her sea kayak. Georgia Ward-Fear's conservation journey has taken her around the globe. She empowers young...

Aussie STEM Stars: Emma Johnston by Dee White showcases the remarkable journey of Emma Johnston, an eminent figure in the field of marine ecology. Emma Johnston AO FTSE FRSN stands as the Dean of Science at the University of New South Wales and serves as the President of Science & Technology Australia. Renowned for her expertise, she is a leading...

Age range 10 to 13 Aussie STEM Stars: Skye Blackburn-Lang by Dianne Wolfer introduces the remarkable journey of Skye Blackburn-Lang, an entomologist and food scientist. Blackburn-Lang has combined her two specialities along with a high-energy entrepreneurial spirit to become a world leader in developing nutritious superfoods for a sustainable future from insects and their larvae, all without the "yuck" factor....

Age range 10-13 Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's world-leading experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Scientia Professor Sahajwalla, the 2022 NSW Australian of the Year, is the founder and Director of the UNSW Sustainable Materials Research and Technology (SMaRT) Centre, the Director of the ARC Microrecycling Research Hub, and the Leader of the...

Age range 9+ Aussie STEM Stars: Creswell Eastman introduces young readers to Creswell John Eastman AO, an eminent figure in the field of medicine. He is the Clinical Professor of Medicine at Sydney University Medical School, Principal of the Sydney Thyroid Clinic, and Consultant Emeritus to the Westmead Hospital. As an endocrinologist, Eastman has made significant contributions by directing and...