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Our electronics workbench has soldering and test equipment that you can use to build, troubleshoot and repair your electronics projects. In this induction you will learn about some common components and how to safely use the equipment. If you would like to take home a project kit it will be an additional $25 which covers the cost of the resources. Once you've completed this induction you can book and use The Edge electronics benches in the Open lab. REQUIREMENTS TO VISIT SOME OF THE SPACES AT THE EDGE Participants must be over 16 years of age. Enclosed, flat footwear must be worn at all times in the Innovation lab. BEFORE YOU BOOK Please read through our Getting Started at The Edge page which includes terms of use. You’ll find answers to age restrictions, what to bring, what to do if you’re running late, refunds and more. Please become a State Library member before you arrive. If you already have a State Library member account, make sure you know your login details as you may be required to login during the workshop to access State Library computers, and to make bookings for equipment. Please contact us if you need support to participate in this event and consult State Library of Queensland's conditions of entry before making your booking. To find out more about what else is on offer, read up on The Edge and our make and design space. You can also subscribe to be the first to know about our future events.

Join State Library of Queensland as we uncover the stories of Queenslanders who played pivotal roles in World War I. Using primary sources from our collection—including uniforms, diaries, letters, photographs, and military equipment—students will gain a deeper understanding of the personal experiences behind the history. We'll also highlight photographs and newspaper articles from the historic day of 11 November 1918, when Queenslanders celebrated the end of 'The Great War.' This workshop offers meaningful context to help students appreciate the significance of observing one minute's silence at 11am on Remembrance Day. Register now and bring history to life for your students! Workshop notes: This free, 50-minute workshop is open to all schools and will be live-streamed via Microsoft Teams.

Students and teachers are invited to investigate State Library's collection of artists' books in this exclusive, hands-on white gloves experience. Led by expert librarians, students will be inspired by selected works from one of the largest publicly accessible artists' book collections in Australia, comprised of over 1700 works. Challenging the traditional concept of a paper book, including sculptural elements. Each work has its own story to tell through this rich and tactile media. 15 students max per 45-minute session. Recommended for senior students, years 10-12. Session times: 11 am - 11.45 am. Term 1: Wed 6 March. Term 2: Wed 24 April. Term 3: Wed 7 Aug I Wed 21 Aug. Term 4: Wed 4 Oct I Wed 6 Nov I Wed 20 Nov. Bookings are essential