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Try a Virtual Reality Experience with Deakin University

Immerse yourself in a virtual reality experience

2026-10-28 18:00:00 2026-10-28 19:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Try a Virtual Reality Experience with Deakin University Experience virtual reality, developed with industry to understand new technologies and future career possibilities. Experiences include clean energy futures and exploring road safety near trucks. Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome) - Gathering Place (Ground Floor)

Wednesday, October 28
6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)

Gathering Place (Ground Floor)

Experience virtual reality, developed with industry to understand new technologies and future career possibilities. Experiences include clean energy futures and exploring road safety near trucks.

What to expect 

Deakin’s Virtual Reality (VR) Lab will host an immersive session, where you can explore and experience two Deakin University virtual reality applications which include Clean Energy Futures VR and Truck Wise VR. The Clean Energy VR application focuses on clean-energy technologies including microgrid, hydrogen hub, battery hub and solar car and explores STEM related career pathways. Truck Wise VR uses immersive scenarios to support heavy-vehicle road safety awareness.

Alongside the VR experiences, attendees will learn more about how immersive technologies are developed, how they can create interactive learning environments, and where technologies such as virtual reality may be applied across industry, education and research. The workshop is designed as an informal, accessible opportunity to experience VR first-hand, ask questions and explore the possibilities of immersive technology.

Participants will utilise a virtual reality headset to explore one or both applications. This can be done seated or standing up. 

The session starts at 6pm and participants can arrive at anytime up until 7.30pm - participants can commence at any time that is convenient for them.  


Bookings and supervision

This session has been designed for people aged over 16, but younger participants are welcome to attend with a support person/carer/parent. 

Bookings are recommended, but not essential. 


Further information  

A picture of the headset that will be used, can be found here: https://www.deakin.edu.au/faculty-of-science-engineering-and-built-environment/facilities/virtual-reality-lab


Partnership

This session is a partnership between Deakin University Virtual Reality Lab and Geelong Regional Libraries. 

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AGE GROUP: | Youth | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Presentations | Nature & Sustainability | Jobs & Life Skills | Health & Wellbeing | Games & Challenges | Coding & STEM |

TAGS: | recommended |

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Wed, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Calling all Raspberry Pi enthusiasts! Come along to our monthly catch up to discuss all things Raspberry Pi. Any and... more
Calling all Raspberry Pi enthusiasts! Come along to our monthly catch up to discuss all things Raspberry Pi. Any and all experience welcomed.
Try a Virtual Reality Experience with Deakin University - Immerse yourself in a virtual reality experience
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Experience virtual reality, developed with industry to understand new technologies and future career possibilities.... more
Experience virtual reality, developed with industry to understand new technologies and future career possibilities. Experiences include clean energy futures and exploring road safety near trucks.
The Longest Book in the World: A celebratory exhibition - No bookings required
Thu, Oct 29, 9:00am - 5:30pm
The grand unfurling of the Longest eco-friendly concertina Book in the World created by the citizens of the City of... more
The grand unfurling of the Longest eco-friendly concertina Book in the World created by the citizens of the City of Greater Geelong. It will on display at the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre.
Toddler time
Thu, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Sewing machine & overlocker safety induction
Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Mandatory safety induction for sewing machine and overlocker use - no sewing experience necessary.
Registration opens Thursday, October 15 2026 at 11:00am
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Art for all abilities
Thu, Oct 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1)
Art for all abilities is a friendly, inclusive space where adults of all abilities, along with family and support... more
Art for all abilities is a friendly, inclusive space where adults of all abilities, along with family and support workers, can enjoy art activities, connect with others, and express their creativity.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Macrame workshop - Craft connect
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Gather with friends to socialise and learn macrame weaving skills. Try a new project each week or bring your own.
Registration opens Thursday, October 15 2026 at 2:00pm
The Junior Mix
Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1)
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO® and more. Recommended... more
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO® and more. Recommended ages 8+ 
The Longest Book in the World: A celebratory exhibition - No bookings required
Fri, Oct 30, 9:00am - 5:30pm
The grand unfurling of the Longest eco-friendly concertina Book in the World created by the citizens of the City of... more
The grand unfurling of the Longest eco-friendly concertina Book in the World created by the citizens of the City of Greater Geelong. It will on display at the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre.
Preschool story time
Fri, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1),The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
English conversation group - Practice your spoken English!
Fri, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Board game afternoon - Tabletop board games
Fri, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Join us for an afternoon of fun at the library & learn to play some different board games!
Registration opens Friday, October 16 2026 at 3:00pm
The Longest Book in the World: A celebratory exhibition - No bookings required
Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 5:00pm
The grand unfurling of the Longest eco-friendly concertina Book in the World created by the citizens of the City of... more
The grand unfurling of the Longest eco-friendly concertina Book in the World created by the citizens of the City of Greater Geelong. It will on display at the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre.
The Longest Book in the World - Meet the artist - No bookings requried
Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Drop into the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre to meet with the artist Fern Smith as she talks through the... more
Drop into the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre to meet with the artist Fern Smith as she talks through the process of creating The Longest Book in the World. See the book unfurled before your eyes.
Page-turners book club
Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ground Floor South (Blue Table)
Espionage, plot twists, who-dunnits, shocking endings... What's not to love? Join the Page-turners book club!
Registration opens Saturday, October 17 2026 at 11:00am
Toddler time
Sun, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Toddler time
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Baby time
Mon, Nov 02, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Embroidery basics - Craft connect
Mon, Nov 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Want to try your hand at embroidery? Come and learn embroidery basics and create your own stitched masterpiece.
Registration opens Monday, October 19 2026 at 11:30am
English conversation group - Practice your spoken English!
Mon, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Artists Assemble! - Bookings recommended
Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1)
Calling artists and creative legends. Get hands on with painting, origami, cut and pasting, and all things art and... more
Calling artists and creative legends. Get hands on with painting, origami, cut and pasting, and all things art and craft. Activities vary each week. Let your imaginations fly! Recommended ages 5-18
Book Chat for Parents and Carers
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1)
Join our relaxed Book Chat for parents and carers. Share what you've been reading (even if you didn't finish!), and... more
Join our relaxed Book Chat for parents and carers. Share what you've been reading (even if you didn't finish!), and connect with others in a friendly, judgement-free space. Children are welcome.
Baby time
Tue, Nov 03, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Upcycling & alterations sewing workshop - Bring your own project
Tue, Nov 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Mezzanine (North)
Unleash your creativity and sustainability in our hands-on sewing workshop focused on upcycling & alterations!
Registration opens Tuesday, October 20 2026 at 2:30pm
LEGO® club - Bookings recommended
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1)
Join other LEGO® fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Recommended ages 8+
Toddler time
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Wed, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Baby time
Wed, Nov 04, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Dungeons and Dragons with GenU Gamer
Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1)
Ever wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons? Come and play Dungeons and Dragons with GenU Gamer at Geelong Library and... more
Ever wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons? Come and play Dungeons and Dragons with GenU Gamer at Geelong Library and Heritage Centre. Never played before? That's fine, everyone is welcome! Ages 12 -18
Family Movie Time - Bookings recommended
Wed, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Recommended age: 5+
Spoken word - poetry workshop
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ground Floor South (Blue Table)
Join us at Geelong Library for a workshop full of poetic inspirations, fun writing exercises and enjoying the... more
Join us at Geelong Library for a workshop full of poetic inspirations, fun writing exercises and enjoying the musings of your fellow writers!
Cory Alpert - Truth, Reality, and AI - Talk It Up
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Geelong Library Wurdi Youang (Level 5)
Talk It Up is a series of thought provoking and real conversations, with this year's session focused on truth and... more
Talk It Up is a series of thought provoking and real conversations, with this year's session focused on truth and reality in the age of AI.
Toddler time
Thu, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Laser Cutting Induction
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Learn how to use the xTool S1 Laser Cutter and be inducted to use the equipment now located at the Geelong Library &... more
Learn how to use the xTool S1 Laser Cutter and be inducted to use the equipment now located at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!
Getting Started with... Public and Private Records - Interested in Local and Family History?
Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Interested in family and local history and want to share your research and questions with fellow history lovers?
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
3D Printing Basics
Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Geelong Library Nyaal Discussion Room 4 (Level 2)
Come along to this beginner's session to discover what 3D printing is, how it works, and how to design a simple... more
Come along to this beginner's session to discover what 3D printing is, how it works, and how to design a simple object in Tinkercad.
The Junior Mix
Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1)
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO® and more. Recommended... more
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO® and more. Recommended ages 8+ 
Cancelled
Preschool story time
Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Geelong Library Activity Room (Level 1),The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
English conversation group - Practice your spoken English!
Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Board game afternoon - Tabletop board games
Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Join us for an afternoon of fun at the library & learn to play some different board games!
Registration opens Friday, October 23 2026 at 3:00pm
Sewing machine & overlocker safety induction
Sat, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Mandatory safety induction for sewing machine and overlocker use - no sewing experience necessary.
Registration opens Saturday, October 24 2026 at 3:00pm
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