Exhibitors

In the air and on the ground – discover the Australian Defence Force at the FORMULA 1 ROLEX AUSTRALIA GRAND PRIX 2024

Aerial and interactive ground displays by the Australian Defence Force will wow the crowds in Melbourne.

Race goers can also visit our exciting interactive Defence ground displays on the oval behind the Senna stand.

And don’t be surprised if you see the Navy greys in the Supercar pits and garages. The Navy Industry Outplacement Program runs a very successful partnership with Tickford Racing where our sailors receive industry experience in the cutting-edge and high-pressure environment of motor racing, while living and working as members of the Tickford Racing support team.

Look to the skies for the aerial displays and come and visit ADF members at our ground display.

Find out more about the wide range of Defence exciting career opportunities www.adfcareers.gov.au

The future is here - Box Hill Institute is showcasing the state of the art Toyota Prius Hybrid engine and CVT (Constant Velocity Transmission).

As the Hybrid pulls away from rest on battery electric power it is eventually taken over by the Hybrid system once at speed.Visiting students will be able to experience first hand the workings of the Electric Vehicle engine as they watch our teachers turn it over manually via the hands on crank shaft technology.

Also on display will be the high tech and hands on revolutionary "Flaim Extinguisher."

Behind the latest Virtual Reality goggles, students can experience real world smoke and fire scenarios, without the real world dangers.

Racing drivers need super quick reactions from the start of the race, to every change of direction, gear change and minor adjustment to the car during the race, plus strength to hold the car straight and corner at amazing speeds. The ‘My Inspiration Never Dies’ showcase at the Chisholm Institute marquee will be providing interactive demonstrations of reaction, cognition and grip strength through some innovative and engaging technologies.

Meet and interact with their talking robot and play a game to see what it’s like to be a part of a cyber security team! Some amazing gum leaf shortbread will be on offer to showcase local ingredients baked by Chisholm students and you will be able to have a chat with Chisholm Institute representatives about the courses on offer.

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Dark Shadow Studio returns to the Australian Grand Prix, and this time, we're thrilled to announce the official launch of Drone Legion, our cutting-edge competitive drone racing game that blurs the lines between traditional gaming and the exhilarating world of sports.

Drone Legion takes the excitement of realistic drone physics, inspired by top drone pilots, and combines it with a unique checkpoint-style racing circuit set in digital replicas of Melbourne's iconic stadiums. It's not just a game, it's a fusion of skill, speed, and the thrill of sporting competition, bringing you a new esports experience.

Join us exclusively across the Australian Grand Prix weekend for an immersive experience like no other. Race against fellow fans, experience the adrenaline of Drone Legion, and stand a chance to win incredible prizes.

Don't miss out – visit us at the Australian Grand Prix, where esports, and gaming meet the fast-paced world of motorsports!

At DeadlyScience we are committed to fueling Indigenous Futures in STEM. As a nation, and at DeadlyScience we know we have a cultural responsibility to our first scientists. And not only to our first scientists, also to our future science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) specialists too!

STEM is a lifelong pursuit and a continuous search for knowledge that has been advancing for generations. DeadlyScience celebrates Indigenous people in STEM to continue that tradition through inspiration, connection, innovation and discovery.

Deakin is more than a place of learning. We are driven by a singular purpose: to enable positive change and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

As the #1 Sports Science school in the world, and with our exciting new engineering course, the opportunities for growth and discovery are boundless.

Take a seat in Deakin’s ASCEND Solar Car, a testament to the ingenuity and skill of our students from engineering and beyond. The team designed and built the car before racing it 3,000 kilometres from Darwin to Adelaide in the 2023 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.

It’s not just a car but a symbol of our commitment to collaborating, pushing boundaries, and reshaping the future.

Also, dive into a virtual world for the future of workforce training. Immerse yourself in the jobs of the future and experience the thrill of learning new skills in some iconic Melbourne locations.

Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) is proud to attend the FORMULA 1 ROLEX AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX 2024.

FRV is a modern fire and rescue service that protects communities across Melbourne and Victoria’s major regional centres. Our people are highly trained and ready to respond to emergencies across the state, Australia, and the world.

Visitors to the Grand Prix™ can meet our firefighters, view a fire truck up close and learn about fire safety. Visitors will also be able to explore a state-of-the-art appliance – a brand new Pumper Platform, holding 1,500 litres of water, which is used for patient rescue and aerial firefighting.

Our firefighters will be on hand to share important information and promote fire safety in the home. Topics will include smoke alarms, fire escape plans, lithium-ion batteries, barbeque, and kitchen safety.

Holmesglen Institute collaborated with Spark North East Link Design and Construct Joint Venture to provide innovative and purposeful learning experiences for North-East Link tunnel workers. Isonomic, a technology driven simulation training developer, was brought in to bring this vision to life.

Using mixed-reality technology, professionals receive enhanced training in tunnel construction, tunnelling plan application and CPR scenarios.

The HoloLens projects holograms that present workers with various real-world scenarios – crucial for work on the North-East Link project.

Training situations include, performing CPR on a virtual patient having a heart attack and the operation of tunnelling equipment, such as Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM), roadheaders and long drills.

Discover more about Holmesglen’s industry training and partnerships at holmesglen.edu.au

Kangan Institute is one of the largest and most trusted education and training providers in Victoria. With more than 90 years of educational excellence backed by industry connections, our graduates learn real skills and gain the confidence to succeed in life.

Whether you’re looking to commence your career, reskill or upskill, Kangan Institute offers a wide range of TAFE courses in sectors including automotive, trades, health and community, animal studies, and much more. Our campuses are located throughout inner and northern Melbourne – in Docklands, Cremorne, Broadmeadows and Essendon.

Our stand in the Innovation Hub showcases our collaborations with key industry partners Walkinshaw Andretti United and Savic Motorcycles. Also on display will be a virtual spray-painting simulator which is one of many hi-tech teaching aids used in our courses, that allow our students to experience the latest interactive and immersive training.

‘Karting Australia is the governing body for the sport of karting in Australia. Karting is a sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from the youngsters that can get behind the wheel at six through to the more experienced in life at 66 (and older). It’s also a sport that you can enjoy in ways other than driving as there are opportunities to be involved as officials and club personnel.

It’s truly a sport that caters for all ages. There are more than 65 affiliated Karting Australia Clubs across the country, visit karting.net.au to find one near you.’

For more than 50 years, La Trobe University has been transforming people and societies.

The University works collaboratively across disciplines and with partners to develop fresh ways of thinking and conducting research – constantly seeking new ways to engage with and better serve its partners and communities, to build relationships and develop solutions for the issues facing society.

Along with holding its top 300 ranking in Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings 2024, La Trobe is the top improver among Australia’s top 20 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2024, rising 74 places to claim its new spot at 242 of the 1,500 universities evaluated.

At the University of Melbourne we are proud of our reputation of preparing bright people for exciting careers in all walks of life.

In the Faculty of Engineering & IT our research informed and hands-on teaching, prepares future engineers and scientists to make meaningful contributions to societal challenges across the globe in every field of endeavour.

Study at one of our stunning campus’s in an environment supported by discipline leading academics, dedicated professional staff and a truly accomplished alumni. Study at Australia’s #1 university, realise your potential, make enduring connections and ignite your career.

A competition-winning student-built racecar! An advanced simulator! And more at Monash University’s experience at the Education Pavilion. Monash University is Australia’s #1 university for Engineering, and alongside a world-class education, offers a host of extra-curricular activities and programs. Among these are student teams taking on global challenges and competitions. One of these is Monash Motorsport, a Top 10 world-ranked team in Formula Student, and they are at the Education Pavilion excited to meet you!

Come see M19-E up close, a fully electric student-built racecar that took home 1st place at FSAE Australasia 2019 against local and international teams. Monash Motorsport now also designs and competes with a car capable of both driven and autonomous racing!

Try out our advanced simulator and put your skills to the test. Chat to our friendly team members about what life is like at Monash University. We look forward to seeing you!

Have you always been interested in Esports? Or maybe you're looking to take your talents to the next level? Did you know that Motorsport Australia has developed an Esports program.

Find out more by speaking to our friendly staff and set some times on our simulators.

For more information, visit https://motorsport.org.au/events/esports

Reground are a local social enterprise with a mission to build waste-free communities, empowering and educating people to view waste as a resource.

Through Reground’s circular coffee collection, we have saved 1.5 million kilos of coffee from landfill, donating to local community gardens and home growers: that’s equivalent to the amount of lattes 100 people would drink in their entire lifetimes!

Reground is also leading the way in waste and recycling education and system change through work with local and state governments, apartment buildings, businesses, schools and events.

RMIT University is excited to be a showcasing our talent and technology at the Education hub at the FORMULA 1 ROLEX AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX 2024.

RMIT has a strong history of excellence in STEM education and is looking forward to showcasing some of our latest learning technologies. Visitors will be able to interact with a MOTUM Race simulator, incorporating the most immersive six degrees of freedom motion profile, and the NOVA 360degree simulator, which allows for 360-degree movement including flips and spins, and is only one of two such simulators in Australia.

Other interactive showcases include the “Looking Glass” holographic display, which generates a true three dimensional experience, without the need for headsets. Joining our showcase will be RMIT Motorsport, with their student-designed and built electric racing vehicle on display. Come visit us!

Every day, thousands of passengers use Victorian taxis, rideshares and buses to get where they need to go.

Here at Safe Transport Victoria, we work together with the taxi, rideshare and bus industries to foster a culture that is based on safety. Not just for drivers, but for passengers as well.

In our marquee, patrons will be able participate in a number of activities, from Trivia and a Compliments Fuel Tank, to a Token Grab, all encouraging them to ‘Get on board with kindness’.

Want to build a race car from scratch? Chat to Swinburne's Formula SAE team and learn how this could form part of a final-year project, see this year’s car and jump in our racing simulator.

Also, check out the Swinburne-CSIRO National Industry 4.0 Testlab foldable satellite dish showcase. It represents a world-first, digitally enabled 3D printing approach – Digital Fiber Deposition (DFD) for rapidly manufacturing lightweight, high-strength composite components used for automotive, aerospace, production and much more.

Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) will proudly play a key sustainability role in this year’s FORMULA 1 ROLEX AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX.

CDS Vic is statewide recycling program, that launched on 1 November, 2023. It provides a 10-cent refund for eligible drink containers to reduce litter, increase recycling and ultimately build Victoria’s circular economy.

Visitors to the Grand Prix™ will be able to recycle their “on-the-go” drink containers via dedicated CDS Vic bins, test their recycling knowledge in interactive sorting rallies, and learn about all different ways to raise funds through the scheme.

Victors will also be able to explore state-of-the-art recycling equipment – a new generation of reverse vending machines - designed to identify and compact drink containers.

Recycling innovation expert & CDS Vic East Zone Operator Return-It will be on hand to demonstrate the technology and take visitors on a container journey, from recycled material to new product.

Visit our website for to find your closest refund point, learn about container eligibility or to register as a Donation Partner: https://cdsvic.org.au

Road Policing Command is responsible for road safety across Victoria.

With centralised specialist resources across Enforcement, Strategy, Operations and Investigations, and Projects, Road Policing Command provides statewide support across Victoria Police to achieve desired road safety outcomes.

We also work with government and key road safety partners, including Department of Transport, Department of Justice & Community Safety and the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), and share a vision of zero deaths and serious injuries on Victorian roads by 2050.

Victoria Police is focused on prevention and enforcement, designed to deter offending and prevent death and serious injuries on our roads. Our fleet of specialised vehicles are equipped to target high-risk driving behaviours that contribute to road trauma, including speeding, impaired driving, distraction, seatbelts, unauthorised driving and intentional high-risk driving.

We are committed to keeping the community safe on our roads and driving down road trauma

Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) is a volunteer-based organisation, providing emergency assistance to minimise the impact of emergencies and strengthen the community’s capacity to plan, respond and recover when emergencies occur – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.

We are the control agency for flood, storm, tsunami, earthquake, and landslide throughout Victoria, and provide the largest road crash rescue network in Australia, with over 1,500 accredited road crash rescue operators across the state.

Our response is led by over 4,800 volunteers and 300 staff members, located across Metropolitan Melbourne and regional and remote Victoria. We work closely with our sponsor AAMI and partner agencies and the wider community to ensure our vision of Safer Communities – Together. https://www.ses.vic.gov.au”

Furthermore, VICSES are now providing the coordination function of the Driver Reviver program nationally. Driver Reviver is a national charitable road safety program that has been operating since 1989. Powered by more than 5000 volunteers from a range of service organisations and community groups, members give up their own time to promote road safety and help reduce the road toll.

By visiting one of the operating Driver Reviver sites across Australia, travellers can take a break in their journey for a free cup of Bushells coffee or tea, an Arnott’s biscuit and most importantly, a chance to stop and revive so drivers reach their destination safely. https://www.driverreviver.com.au

The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) is the admissions service that administers applications for tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme on behalf of its member institutions.

VTAC is the responsible authority for the calculation of the ATAR for the universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria. Our vision is to empower, connect and support learners and institutions to enable inclusive access to higher education.

Please get in touch with us at www.vtac.edu.au to access our free resources and to better understand your future study opportunities.