QVMAG set for lift-off

Australia in Space at QVMAG with Acting Mayor Matthew Garwood and Questacon representative Tim Crowther.

Image: Australia in Space at QVMAG with Acting Mayor Matthew Garwood and Questacon representative Tim Crowther.

Launceston's Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk will welcome its latest touring exhibition Australia in Space, this Saturday June 17.

Australia in Space is an interactive family exhibition developed by Questacon with support from the Federal Government.

It explores the ways that Australian innovations are used in space, and the surprising benefits space technologies bring to everyday life here on Earth.

Visitors to Australia in Space will be excited and engaged by hands-on exhibits exploring Australia’s cutting-edge expertise in space science and technology.

The exhibition outlines the unique challenges and opportunities of operating in space as well as Australia’s contributions to the global space industry.

Throughout the exhibition, visitors will be inspired by the achievements, aspirations and motivations of real Australians in the space sector.

Australia in Space exhibition at the Museum at Inveresk

Image: Australia in Space exhibition at the Museum at Inveresk.

City of Launceston Acting Mayor Matthew Garwood said the exhibition was guaranteed fun for families across Tasmania.

“This exhibition is a great way for families to learn about Australian space research and technologies through hands-on learning,” Cr Garwood said.

“It’s a brilliant experience for space-lovers or all ages, and I encourage everyone to make the most of this free exhibition while on display at the Museum at Inveresk until Sunday, October 15."

Australia in Space is on display at the Museum at Inveresk from Saturday, June 17 to Sunday, October 15 with free entry.

To see what's on at QVMAG, visit www.qvmag.tas.gov.au

Issued 16 June 2023. 

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