Community & Business
28 August, 2026
Malanda wins STEM award
MALANDA State School has taken out one of the Peter Doherty Awards for Excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education.
The school picked up the Outstanding STEM Support Officer Award, earning $5,000 to support further STEM education or professional development.
In its 23rd year, the awards, named after Brisbane-born Nobel Prize-winning scientist Professor Peter Doherty, recognise and reward Queensland’s outstanding students, teachers, support officers, schools and education partners.
On its Facebook Page, Malanda State School recognised Greg Lanyon, for his “unwavering dedication to creating incredible Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics opportunities for our kids”.
Minister for Education and the Arts John-Paul Langbroek said the Peter Doherty Awards highlighted the remarkable breadth of STEM talent across Queensland schools and communities.
“These awards honour the students, educators, schools and partners who are helping to build a strong pipeline of future scientists, engineers, mathematicians and innovators for Queensland,” he said.
“We know there are many homegrown STEM stars in Queensland, and these award winners reflect the talent, dedication and creativity that exists right across our State.
“Whether it is a student pursuing cutting-edge research, a teacher inspiring curiosity in the classroom, a support officer strengthening practical learning, or a school or partner delivering innovative programs, each winner is making an important contribution to STEM education.”
