Become a NSW Regional Science Hub

Inspiring Australia has established a network of NSW Regional Science Hubs comprising multidisciplinary teams to develop and deliver high-profile science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) events in regional NSW.

With links to multiple communities, NSW Regional Science Hubs are changing public perceptions about science and technology. They deliver year-round events and activities that promote the value of STEM in local communities in partnership with business, local government and the environment, arts and cultural sectors, closing the gap between science and society.

Through creating community engagement experiences that are relevant, thought-provoking and often entertaining, Regional Science Hubs promote positive attitudes towards STEM and  increase the confidence and skills of parents, teachers and young people to engage with scientific issues.

National Science Week is just one of many STEM initiatives NSW Regional Science Hubs deliver, as well as programs designed to engage 18 – 35 year olds.

The Year-Round funding for Regional Science Hubs grants program supports initiatives developed by new and existing Science Hubs.

Join the network!

Inspiring Australia would like to establish more of these strategic partnerships across the state and welcomes interest from science, technology and innovation experts, professional organisations, businesses, educational institutions and community groups. We welcome applications from new groups.

Applications are now open for 2026.

Steps

1. Read the guidelines and application form below
   • 2026 Year-Round Science Grants Inspiring NSW Guidelines and application form (PDF)
   • Sample 2026 Year-Round Science Grants Inspiring application form Word
2. Contact Meredith Hall, Manager Inspiring NSW by email to arrange a time to discuss your application
3. Submit your application using the online form below

Successful applications will be decided by Inspiring NSW Executive Committee, with consideration of availability of funds for the program.

Your application will be evaluated against eligibility and selection criteria, and you will be notified of the outcome 30 days after your application is received.

Applications can be received up until 31 July 2026 or when grant funding is fully expended for the 2026 round.

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Applicant Name *

Applicant Email *

Phone Number *

Position Title *

Organisation *

ABN *

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Alternate Contact Name *

Alternate Contact Email *

Project Location *

• Major Cities
• Inner Regional
• Outer Regional
• Remote
• Very Remote
• Online

Use the interactive map in the guidelines to determine your project location remoteness area classification.

Names of Regional Science Hub members and the organisations they represent. There must a minimum of two additional members. Please note Which project partner is an incorporated association with public liability insurance?

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Organisation *

Email *

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Organisation *

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Organisation

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Organisation

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Name any other presenting collaborators that may be involved in 2026/27, with a brief description of their involvement:

Name *

Organisation *

Email *

Potential Involvement *

Name any other presenting collaborators that may be involved in 2026/27, with a brief description of their involvement:

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Organisation

Email

Potential Involvement

Name any other presenting collaborators that may be involved in 2026/27, with a brief description of their involvement:

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Organisation

Email

Potential Involvement

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Provide a brief description of events/activities planned for 2026/27. Include themes, science topics, audiences, proposed participants, venues and dates.

Previous Projects *

Provide a brief description of any current programs and/or previous community science activity delivered by your Regional Science Hub members

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Target audience numbers

How many people do want to attend your events/participate in each of your activities?

Target Audience *

• General community
• Families & children
• Youth
• Seniors
• Women and girls
• Hobbyists
• First Nations peoples
• Neurodivergent people
• LGBTQIA+ people
• People living with disability
• People living in regional and remote areas
• Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people
• People from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds

Who is your target audience? Tick all that apply.

Other Audience, if not listed above

How will you reach these audiences? *

Summarise your communication plan and timeline.

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Acknowledgements *

How will you acknowledge your grant from Inspiring NSW?

Success and Evaluation *

How will you measure the success and outcomes of your events?

Child Safety *

If no children will participate in or attend your event, please state this.

Restrictions and Risk Management *

How will you respond to extreme weather, or other challenges that may arise?

Total Project costs *

This figure includes all costs associated with the project, including funding requested and in kind contributions.

Upload the total project budget *

Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 2 files.

Please upload your budget. Include estimates of voluntary and in-kind contributions to help us understand the total cost of your program over the year. We realise these are estimates only and final costs may change.

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Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 5 files.

Include any documents that could be useful for your application such as examples of marketing material from past activities or media coverage.

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Agreement

If you are successful in your grant application, you are obliged to do the following:

• Send a Tax Invoice to Inspiring Australia NSW.
• Provide a current Certificate of Currency
• Provide current WWCC staff and volunteers working with people under 18.
• Provide Inspiring Australia NSW details of your project for promotion, including images and registration links.
• Inform Inspiring NSW of any major variations to your activity.
• Collect basic data on audience for an Inspiring Australia NSW survey.
• Submit images of your event that capture presenters, activity, and audience.
• Submit examples of media coverage, social media engagement, and publicity.

Statement of agreement *

• Yes, I have read the guidelines
• Yes, I understand that not all applications will be successful
• Yes, if successful, I understand and accept the above terms

By submitting your grant aplication you are agreeing to the Statement of Agreement

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