HISH membership is available to any organisation or community group interested in STEM.
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Membership provides many benefits as outlined below.

Become a HISH member and unlock a range of benefits:

• Funding Opportunities: Apply for small event grants (under $500) and gain eligibility for larger Industry and government grants.
• Event Insurance: Receive public liability insurance coverage for your approved, co-branded HISH events.
• Powerful Promotion: We'll promote your events and initiatives to our extensive network of schools, councils, industry partners, and community and government members.
• Community Engagement: Secure a spot at the Hunter Science Festival, reaching over 3,000 people.
• Expert Networking: Connect with and be mentored by award-winning academics, educators, and leaders in the STEM field.
• Contribute & Collaborate: Play an active role in shaping science engagement across the Hunter Region.

Membership Details at a Glance

• Individual Membership: $22 (inc. GST)
• Organisational Membership: $99 (inc. GST)
• Membership Period: July 1 to June 30 annually.
• Contact: Tim Roberts on 0418 205 664.
• Office: Suite 3D1, 45 Hunter Street, Newcastle 2300.
  
  Membership fees help pay for the running expenses for HISH including:
  
• Public Liability Insurance & Volunteer Insurance
• Website Maintenance
• NSW Fair Trading requirements

The Executive Committee is comprised of international and national award-winning academics, educators, and practitioners: President : Emeritus Professor Tim Roberts AM, Vice President: Professor Peter Howley,  Vice President: Mr Alec Roberts, Treasurer: Peter Melling, Secretary: Ms Shelley Wilson, Committee Members: Ms Claire Chaikin-Bryan​