World Science Festival Queensland returns to Chinchilla to help inspire the next generation of scientists

World Science Festival Queensland returns to Chinchilla this weekend providing a platform to engage audiences of all ages across two action-packed days. Find out more here.

Chinchilla Science fair

The World Science Festival Queensland is returning to Chinchilla as part of its regional tour of the state, with two free days of science at Chinchilla State School.

World Science Festival Queensland’s family-friendly roadshow offers a jam-packed program of live demonstrations, hands-on activities and fun science on offer.

Students from local schools will get the first glimpse of the festival through an education program this Friday developed to inspire the next generation through interactive exhibits, exciting science shows and engaging discussions with scientists.

The following day visitors can meet real reptiles with the Wild Rangers, see and participate in experiments with Street Science and the Wonder of Science Flying Scientist, and hear from snail experts Drs John and Lorelle Stanisic — the team behind the recent new-to-science species, Robert Irwin’s Banded Snail.

Chinchilla Science fair

Queensland Museum chief executive Dr Jim Thompson said World Science Festival Queensland provided a platform to engage audiences of all ages.

“On the back of a successful festival in Brisbane followed by Toowoomba, we are looking forward to taking the wonders of science on the road to Chinchilla, for World Science Festival Queensland’s statewide regional tour,” Dr Thompson said.

“The local community’s enthusiasm for science means this successful program goes from strength to strength each year, as our team works to bring new and innovative programming to make science, technology and engineering concepts accessible and relatable for our young Queenslanders.”

The World Science Festival Queensland is supported by the Queensland government with additional backing through Tourism and Events Queensland.

“The World Science Festival is the only event of its kind in the southern hemisphere exploring the intersection of science, art and culture,” Arts Minister Leeanne Enoch said.

“This is a celebration of thinkers, dreamers and storytellers, sharing bold ideas, innovation, STEM discoveries and awe-inspiring, art works.

“Featured in this year’s program are all the hands-on science experiences audiences love while inspiring Queenslanders and interstate visitors with the exciting possibilities of tomorrow.

“The Miles government is investing $9m over three years in the World Science Festival, reinforcing Queensland’s reputation as a vibrant knowledge hub and cultural tourism destination in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.”

All community day events and the schools program are free. Bookings are essential for school groups. For more information on WSFQ Chinchilla, visit https://www.worldsciencefestival.com.au/chinchilla-program.

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