Ozwater’26 Education Hub

The Ozwater'26 Education Hub is where students, educators, and water professionals come together to explore the vital role of water in our world. Proudly sponsored by Fulton Hogan, our Education Partner, and designed for secondary and tertiary students, the hub creates an engaging, interactive environment to experience water in action. Through hands-on activities, real-world challenges, and connections with industry leaders, students are invited to build water literacy, spark curiosity and discover the innovation, collaboration and diverse career pathways shaping the future of the water sector.

Now in its sixth year, the Education Hub continues to grow as a cornerstone of Ozwater, showcasing how the water sector is building capability for the future. Students are immersed in practical learning experiences  – from tackling STEM challenges and exploring water innovation, to understanding how water supports healthy, resilient communities.

For Ozwater delegates and exhibition attendees, the Education Hub offers a unique window into the future workforce of the water sector. Step in and see students in action – collaborating, problem-solving, and engaging with the same challenges and opportunities shaping the sector today. It’s a reminder that the future of water isn’t just being discussed, it’s being developed right here.

Explore the program and discover what’s happening across the week:

Day One (26 May) – Discovery and setting the foundations
Mid-secondary school students

A discovery-focused STEM problem-based learning experience where students work in teams to explore real-world water challenges, guided by industry mentors. They’ll take part in an interactive water filtration exercise and a “Water Hunt” that brings the project lifecycle to life, alongside an engaging session exploring what access to water really means. See the full Day 1 program:

Day Three (28 May) – Pathways into the water industry
Senior secondary school students

A deeper, applied experience for senior students, featuring immersive activities like the Extreme Event disaster simulation, where they make decisions and solve problems in fast-paced, real-world scenarios. Students gain insight into how the industry responds to infrastructure challenges and natural events such as flooding, while presentations and workshops connect STEM skills to diverse career pathways. The day also includes a reconciliation-focused activity, exploring the connection between water, culture and community, and the importance of respectful engagement in infrastructure delivery. See the full Day 3 program: 

Students will also access the Exhibition Hall housing over 200 companies showcasing their businesses and students will have the opportunity to discuss a range of exciting career pathways. 

We welcome you to come and hear more!