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Empowering early childhood educators
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/little-scientists-australia/

In conversation with Sibylle Seidler from Little Scientists Australia, finalist in the 2021 Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources Eureka Prize for STEM Inclusion.

Published 01 October 2021

Eureka Prizes STEM Engagement
A beautiful new cryptic fish species endemic to Aotearoa, New Zealand: The Manaia Pygmy Pipehorse
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/a-beautiful-new-cryptic-fish-species-endemic-to-aotearoa-new-zealand-the-manaia-pygmy-pipehorse/

Scientists from the Auckland Museum & Australian Museum have identified a new genus and species of pygmy pipehorse from Aotearoa, New Zealand. The new species was named in collaboration with the Ngātiwai – this is also the first species of syngnathid reported from New Zealand since 1921!

Published 26 October 2021
News from LIRS: Changing reefs
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/news-from-lirs-changing-reefs/

Each month, a selected blog from Lizard Island Reef Research Foundation is featured at the AM. For this month, we feature Changing reefs.

Published 19 October 2021
Naming the nameless
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/naming-the-nameless/

Correctly naming an organism is fundamental – it is important for all subsequent studies on that species and yet a significant percentage of Australian marine species have not been described. Our scientists explain why we must name the nameless!

Published 24 November 2021
Digitising and conserving fragile materials: the Australian Museum archaeology collection
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/digitising-and-conserving-fragile-materials/

We take a behind the scenes look at the process of digitising and conserving fragile objects in the First Nations Archaeology collection – an ongoing collaborative project with the AM's Collection Care and Conservation team.

Published 07 December 2021
Counting frogs counts as critical climate action
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/counting-frogs-counts-as-critical-climate-action/

Something remarkable happens when we see another species’ predicament with the same compassion as we might see our own.

Published 23 November 2021
The teenage filmmaker with a flair for science communication
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/rewilding-earth/

In conversation with Jonathan D., winner of the 2021 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Secondary.

Published 08 December 2021

Eureka Prizes Sleek Geeks Rewilding Climate Change
Earthworms can sometimes surprise us
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/earthworms-can-sometimes-surprise-us/

Australia is richly endowed with earthworm biodiversity, but of the 750 or so named species of earthworm in Australia, very few have been found in arid environments. The Broken Hill earthworm, a new genus and species, was a serendipitous find in an unexpected location. Find out more at the AM!

Published 21 December 2021
Discoveries and disruptions: 2021 in AMRI
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/discoveries-and-disruptions-2021-in-amri/

2021 was an unprecedented year for many: despite COVID-19 disruptions and restrictions, AMRI scientists discovered an unprecedented number of species, published at a new record, carried out fieldwork, and engaged with the public in our citizen science programs.

Published 20 December 2021
The world’s most colourful silverfish!
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/the-worlds-most-colourful-silverfish/

Australia has more described silverfish species than any other country, but even our entomologists were amazed when they discovered these species online – and were amazed at just how colourful these two new species are!

Published 18 January 2022

Tails from the Coasts

Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.

Special exhibition
On now

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm

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RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO® Masters winners. Opening 16 August at the Australian Museum.

Special Exhibition
Opens 16 August 2025

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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