About STAWA

The Science Teachers’ Association of Western Australia, known as STAWA was established in 1946. STAWA is an independent association of Science Educators dedicated to promoting science and science teaching in Western Australia. STAWA has grown to include Pre-service, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary teachers and to be strong financially, owning our own premises in Osborne Park and Cannington.

STAWA Council:

STAWA Executive
President: Bernie Hunneybun of Chisholm Catholic College
Immediate Past President: Sue Doncon of Byford Primary School
Vice President: Geoff Lewis of Mazenod College
Treasurer: Colleen Bakker of Bookkeep
Secretary: Stuart Argus
Chief Executive Officer:   John Clarke of STAWA

STAWA Councillors
Jodie Rybicki – (CONSTAWA)
Warwick Mathews – (Student Activities)
Mark Lehmann – (Electronic Communications)
Bob Fitzpatrick – (Professional Development)
Natalie Birrell -  (Primary Science)
Benjamin Toohey – (Publications)
Julie Weber – (Science Talent Search)
Julie-Anne Smith – (SCIOS)

If you identify with these goals, consider  membership of the Association – Click here for the most current STAWA Membership Form

Constitution of the Science Teachers’ Association of Western Australia