Book Launch: The Best Australian Science Writing 2025

Why do we like robots that act like humans? What kind of inner life does an insect have? And can exoplanets offer us a better home?

For fifteen years The Best Australian Science Writing has brought together the most riveting, entertaining and thought-provoking stories from Australia’s leading writers, poets and researchers. The 2025 anthology continues that tradition, exploring everything from the rise of generative AI to the sweeping impacts of global warming. 

Join co-editors of the 2025 anthology Tegan Taylor and Zoe Kean for the official book launch and Bragg Prize for Science Writing Award night. The evening also features a lively panel discussion with Australia’s leading science communicators, followed by a networking reception to celebrate the best of science writing.

Whether you’re a science student, a seasoned researcher, or just curious about the world, this event is for anyone fascinated by science and the art of storytelling. 

This event is co-presented by , and .

LIVE EVENT & VENUE INFORMATION

The Tyree Room is located inside the John Niland Scientia Building at UNSW Sydney's Kensington campus (G19). Please note this is a live event only, and will not be available via livestream.

ACCESS

Wheelchair Access

The closest accessible drop off point to the Tyree Room is via Gate 11, Botany Street. More information on getting there can be found via our interactive accessibility map available here.

Assisted Listening

Leighton Hall has hearing assistive technology available. Patrons wishing to utilise this service must collect a Roger™ inductive neck loop receiver from the venue staff, and this system can be used with a hearing aid or cochlear implant with a T-coil, or with headphones.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT & PARKING

The Tyree Room (John Niland Scientia Building) is easily accessible via public transport. The closest light rail stop is the UNSW High Street (L2 line) and the closest bus stop is UNSW Gate 14, Barker Street (303). For more information please call the Transport Infoline on 131 500 or visit transportnsw.info.

Free parking is also available in the Botany St Car Park (Gate 11) from 5.30pm. For access to free parking, event patrons must park in the UNSW Permit Holder bays, available on all levels. The Botany St Car Park (Gate 11) parking station is located here. Paid casual and visitor parking is offered via the CellOPark App and ‘pay by plate meters’ in all other UNSW car parks. The Botany St Car Park (Gate 11) parking station is the closest to the venue, and is located here. For more information head here.

CONTACT

For all enquiries, please email c2NpZW5jZSAhIGV2ZW50IHwgdW5zdyAhIGVkdSAhIGF1

Info: Join co-editors of the 2025 anthology Tegan Taylor and Zoe Kean for the official book launch and presentation of the Bragg Prize for Science Writing Award. The evening will also feature a lively panel discussion with Australia’s leading science communicators, followed by a networking reception to celebrate the best of science writing.  

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