Katherine Bennell-Pegg will visit Port Lincoln next month to headline the Career Roadshow and EXPLORE event, aimed at inspiring students and job seekers to pursue ambitious careers in science, technology and other emerging industries. Bennell-Pegg, recognised nationally as Australian of the Year Awards recipient for 2026, is Australia’s first female astronaut and a leading advocate for STEM education. Her appearance is expected to draw strong interest from students across the Eyre Peninsula. The Career Roadshow and EXPLORE event will provide attendees with insights into education pathways, employment opportunities and future-focused industries, with Bennell-Pegg sharing her journey from engineering to astronaut training. Organisers hope her visit will encourage regional students to dream big and consider careers in aerospace, engineering and scientific research.