STEAM

UNSW Women in Construction project

Congratulations to Attia Tul Sabbuh, who participated in the UNSW Women in Construction project at UNSW Built Environment in collaboration with MRT Robotics 2025 Robotics Coding Challenge at the end of last year. The 2025 Robotics Coding Challenge was sponsored by the UNSW Women in Construction project, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet’s Office for Women, and MRT Robotics.

The challenge focused on one of the biggest global issues: Natural disasters.

Students had to solve real-world problems through the all-powerful tool of coding, using engineering thinking, creativity, and teamwork to make a real impact. Coding isn’t just for games — it’s a tool for changing the world. The challenge gave every student the chance to be a creator, not just a user.”

Casey Tech School SPARK program 

Congratulations to Shiren from Year 10, who has been selected as a successful applicant for the Casey Tech School SPARK Program. This achievement recognises her passion for STEAM and interest in making a positive impact through technology and innovation.

As part of the program, Shiren will collaborate with students from across the Casey region to develop real‑world technology projects, while building valuable skills in leadership, teamwork, and communication. As part of her involvement in the program, she will attend events and training sessions offered by Casey Tech School. 

Veski Bionics Institute Girls in STEM mentoring program 

Congratulations to Shiren from Year 10 again for her participation in the Veski mentoring program for girls. 

The Girls in STEM Mentoring Program is a unique six‑month mentorship for Year 9, 10 and 11 girls to explore real‑world STEM with expert guidance from female STEM professionals. Shiren’s interest is in engineering, and she will be paired with a female STEM professional specialising in engineering. Throughout the program, Shiren will explore real-world STEM study and career options, learn how to research and interpret scientific and technical information, and gain confidence in communicating STEM concepts, presenting her learnings to peers in a final five-minute PowerPoint presentation. 

We are incredibly proud of Shiren for both of her achievements and look forward to seeing her ideas come to life.