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School Calendar Events Reference

The School Calendar includes events and dates of national or international significance. Content providers can list and tag their events according to the calendar.

Teachers can search the site using KLAs and/or calendar events as filters. The calendar will be updated regularly.

Note: not all calendar items will have an event connected to it. Content providers will be adding their events, so teachers should check back closer to the date listed in the calendar.

If there is a school calendar event you think is significant and would like to see added, please contact [email protected].

Topic Start Date End Date NSW Term Week Information
NSW Teacher PD – School Development Day 1 of 4TBD 2024TBD 2024T1W1NSW Teachers will access events for Teacher Professional Development
NSW Teacher PD – School Development Day 2 of 4TBD 2024TBD 2024T1W2NSW Teachers will access events for Teacher Professional Development
World Wetlands DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W2Marks the anniversary of the signing of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar Convention) in Ramsar, Iran, on 2 February 1971.World Wetlands Day aims to: raise public awareness of wetland values and benefits and promote the conservation and wise use of wetlands.

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Safer Internet DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W3Share knowledge and strategies to assist students to stay safe when using the internet
Children’s Mental Health WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W3Encourage students to take some time to focus on mental health. Encourage them to think of how they can best look after their own mental health and how they can support family or friends with their mental health too.

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International Day of Women and Girls in ScienceTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W3, W4A day to inspire and engage women and girls in science ion order to achieve gender equality.

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Library Lovers DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W4It’s a day to remember that our libraries are a place where we can get lost in an idea we are following, find an adventure we are seeking in a book, discover more about an issue we feel passionate about or get help from someone about something we want to know. 

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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras – World PrideTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W4Supporting students in gender diversity
World Wildlife DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W6World Wildlife Day aims to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants.

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Australian Womens History Month theme: Celebrating Women Who Tell Our StoriesTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W6, W7, W8, W9, W10An opprtunity to acknowledge the historical contributions made by women.

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Sea WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W7SeaWeek aims to raise community awareness, provide information and encourage an appreciation of the sea.

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International Women’s dayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W7International Women’s Day aims to raise awareness of women and gender inequality

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National Close the Gap DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W8National Close the Gap Day (NCTGD) is a national day of action to pledge support for achieving Indigenous health equality by 2030.
World Storytelling DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W9The goal is to celebrate the art of storytelling with listeners and storytellers.

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Harmony WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W9Harmony Week celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone.​

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Global Money WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W9An annual global awareness-raising campaign on the importance of ensuring that young people, from an early age, are financially aware, and are gradually acquiring the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours necessary to make sound financial decisions and ultimately achieve financial well-being and financial resilience.

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World Water DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W9World Water Day celebrates water and raises awareness of the 2.2 billion people living without access to safe water. It is all about taking action to tackle the global water crisis. 

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Ride 2 school dayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W9To promote and develop physical activity in children.

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Schools Earth Hour DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W9, W10Earth Hour encourages individuals, businesses and governments around the world to take positive actions for the environment by switching off their lights for one designated hour. 

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World Health DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T1W11Is celebrated annually and each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world.

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NSW Teacher PD – School Development Day 3 of 4TBD 2024TBD 2024T2W1NSW Teachers will access events for Teacher Professional Development
Anzac DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W1The meaning of Anzac Day today includes the remembrance of all Australians killed in military operations.

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International Compost Awareness WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W3A week of activities, events and publicity to improve awareness of the importance of compost, a valuable organic resource and to promote compost use, knowledge and products. We can compost to help scrap carbon pollution by avoiding landfilling organic materials and helping to build healthier soils.

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International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and TransphobiaTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W4International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) recognises the current and historical discrimination faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.
Global Accessibility Awareness DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W4The day aims to get everyone talking about digital access and inclusion.
National Road Safety WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W4Raising awareness of the importance to remain safe on the road

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National eSmart WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W5This week-long event provides a chance for teachers, parents, and students alike to develop new and important skills to support them as positive digital citizens.
International Day for Biological DiversityTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W5 To increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues

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National Sorry DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W5An opportunity to come together and share the steps towards healing for the Stolen Generations, their families and communities.
National Reconciliation WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W6National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

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World Environment DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T2W7World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment.

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World Oceans Day08-06-202308-06-2023T2W7Celebrate and protect our one shared ocean

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NAIDOC Week03-07-202310-07-2023T2, T3W10, W1To celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

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Topic Start Date End Date NSW Term Week Information
Shark Awareness Day14-07-202314-07-2023T3W1To take action to protect the ocean.

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NSW Teacher PD – School Development Day 4 of 417-07-202317-07-2023T3W1NSW Teachers will access events for Teacher Professional Development
International Day of Friendship30-07-202330-07-2023T3W2 Friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.
Education Week NSW31-07-202304-08-2023T3W3Education Week is an annual celebration of NSW public education and the achievements of our schools, students and education system.  

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SciFest01-08-202331-08-2023T3W3, W4, W5, W6, W7SciFest 2023 is the biggest virtual excursions festival in Australia promoting science and technology. SciFest links up with National Science week 

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National Day of Action Against Bullying and ViolenceTBD 2024TBD 2024T3W5Is an opportunity to create a shared understanding of what is bullying, outline your bullying prevention policies and show support to students who may be experiencing bullying. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, student or member of the broader community, everyone has a role to play for bullying prevention
National Science Week12-08-202320-08-2023T3W5The promotion of science with online events, virtual tours, DIY science

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Book Week21-08-202325-08-2023T3W6During Book Week, schools and public libraries spend one glorious week celebrating books and Australian children’s authors and illustrators.

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Wear it Purple Day25-08-202325-08-2023T3W6Wear It Purple strives to foster supportive, safe, empowering and inclusive environments for rainbow young people.

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Literacy and Numeracy Week28-08-202301-09-2023T3W7National Literacy and Numeracy Week provides a unique opportunity for schools to recognise and celebrate the achievements of students and the work of teachers, parents and members of the community who support young people to develop stronger literacy and numeracy skills.

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National Health and Physical Education Day​TBD 2024TBD 2024T3W8Is a nationwide initiative highlighting the importance of HPE in the Australian Curriculum, and its influence on the lifelong learning and development of healthy behaviours in our children.
Biodiversity Month01-09-202330-09-2023T3W8, W9, W10Biodiversity Month promotes the importance of connecting with nature and caring for nature in all its diversity – its biodiversity!

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Social Sciences Week04-09-202310-09-2023T3W8Social Sciences Week is a series of events held across Australia each September offering insight into the impact of the social sciences on our lives.

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Electricity Safety Week04-09-202310-09-2023T3W8Electricity Safety Week raises awareness of the hazards associated with electricity and teaches students how to be safe around electricity.

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History Week04-09-202310-09-2023T3W8History Week is an opportunity to to engage and educate the community about the vitality, diversity and meaning of History and its practice.

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Threatened Species day07-09-202307-09-2023T3W8National Threatened Species Day aims to raise awareness of plants and animals at risk of extinction.

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Indigenous Literacy Day07-09-202307-09-2023T3W8Raising awareness of Indigenous literacy in Australia

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Virtual Week in Canberra 202311-09-202315-09-2023T3W9Major organsiations in Canberra present virtual excursions during the week. Enrol in one, several or all of them.
RU OK Day14-09-202314-09-2023T3W9R U OK? is a harm prevention charity that encourages people to  stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives.

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NAIDOC Week03-07-202310-07-2023T2, T3W10, W1To celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

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National Mental Health MonthTBD 2024TBD 2024T4W1-W4To raise awareness of mental health in our community.
Cyber Security Month01-10-202331-10-2023T4W1, W2, W3Cyber Security Month aims to support schools, teachers, parents and carers to protect children – keeping children safe while online.

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World Space Week04-10-202310-10-2023T4W1World Space Week is an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition.

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Earth Science Week09-10-202313-10-2023T4W1Explore Earth sciences for Australia’s future. Events celebrate the many ways Earth science impacts our everyday lives and can feature a diverse range of amazing Earth scientists.

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National Nutrition Week​TBD 2024TBD 2024T4W2National Nutrition Week encourages Australians to learn about making healthy food and lifestyle choices to improve their overall health
National Bird Week16-10-202320-10-2023T4W2National Bird Week aims to inspire Australians to take action and get involved in bird conservation efforts.

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National Water Week16-10-202320-10-2023T4W2Be inspired to understand the importance of water in our world.

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World Teachers DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T4W3Is a day to celebrate how teachers are transforming education but also to reflect on the support they need to fully deploy their talent and vocation, and to rethink the way ahead for the profession globally
Children’s Week​TBD 2024TBD 2024T4W3Children’s Week is a national celebration of children’s rights, talents and citizenship held on the fourth Wednesday of October in Australia to coincide with Universal Children’s Day. Each year the theme of Children’s Week highlights a particular Children’s Right.
Media Literacy Week23-10-202329-10-2023T4W3Raising the awareness and importance of media literacy for all.

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Grandparents and friends dayTBD 2024TBD 2024T4W4Celebrates the diversity of grandparent relationships across age groups, cultural backgrounds, and geographical locations. Grandparents, grand-friends, kin, and those who take on the role of a grandparent in their family or community are recognised for their contributions
ClickFest01-11-202330-11-2023T4W4, W5, W6, W7, W8ClickFest is an annual video conferencing festival run in November each year. ClickFest is an exciting initiative from education organisations across Australia. It highlights the diversity and scope of video conferences available to schools across Australia. Sessions are delivered free or at reduced cost to schools, providing a great opportunity for teachers to give it a go.

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International Day of Elimination of Violence Against WomenTBD 2024TBD 2024T4W5The United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is marked annually on 25 November. This event and the ensuing 16 Days of Activism to Stop Violence against Women (leading up to International Human Rights Day on 10 December) aim to raise awareness about violence against women

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Remembrance Day11-11-202311-11-2023T4W5Australians are encouraged to pause at 11 am to observe one minute’s silence and remember those who died or suffered for Australia’s cause in all wars and armed conflicts.

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National Recycling Week06-11-202312-11-2023T4W6National Recycling Week aims to educate and empower people to do the right thing when they’re at the bin.

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National Agriculture Day18-11-202318-11-2023T4W6, W7All Australians enjoy the world class food and fibre grown right here in Australia. National Agriculture Day is your chance to celebrate and learn about Australia’s incredible farm sector.

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International Day of Disability03-12-202303-12-2023T4W8Aimed at increasing public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability.

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Coast Care WeekTBD 2024TBD 2024T4W9Aims to raise awareness of our marine and coastal environments

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Human Rights DayTBD 2024TBD 2024T4W10Human Rights day is celebrated every 10 December to create awareness and mobilize political will to promote respect for the rights and freedoms enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948