FAQ

• Do you have ramp access? Yes, the ramp is located next to the Vertical Slide and is reached via the green corridor.
  
  
• Do you have a parents/baby changing room? Yes, the parents room is located down the green corridor.
  
  
• What time do you close? Discovery is open everyday from 10am-4pm. Discovery is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and during the month of February. On Australia Day Discovery closes its doors and relocates to Lake Weeroona for the Australia Day festivities.
  
  
• Can I hire Discovery as a venue for my party/event? Yes – discuss this further with our Bookings Office on (03) 5443 8255
  
  
• How old do you have to be to come to Discovery? People of all ages can visit Discovery, but children under 10 must be accompanied by someone over 16 years of age.
  
  
• Is there anything for little kids here? Yes, Discovery has a special area called Kaleidoscope especially for children 8 and under.
  
  
• Are there any shows? Yes, Discovery hosts different themed science shows each school holidays. In addition, there are also daily Planetarium shows. These run once each week day (1:30pm) and twice during weekends and school holidays (11:30am and 1:30pm). Planetarium shows have a new theme each school holiday period.
  
  
• Do you have to book or pay in advance for shows? No – all shows are included in Discovery’s general admission.
  
  
• What is appropriate clothing to wear when visiting? Shoes and socks and if you are interested in riding the Vertical Slide we provide overalls for you to wear.
  
  
• How old/ big do you have to be to ride the slide? Sliders must be at least 5 years old and above.
  
  
• How high is the vertical slide? The Vertical Slide is seven metres high; the tallest in the southern hemisphere.
  
  
• Will I hurt myself on the slide? No, because the angle at which the slide is curved means that no matter which point you come in contact with the slide your speed ensures that you don’t go splat.
  
  
• How fast am I going when I go down the slide? 30 to 40 kilometers an hour.
  
  
• What was the Discovery building used for in Bendigo’s history? It was previously a Railway Goods Shed.
  
  
• What’s the Auditorium used for? Fun things happen in the auditorium such as live science shows, functions and sleepovers.
  
  
• How can I get more involved in Discovery activities? By becoming a Discovery Member and keeping an eye on the Upcoming Events page.