The Tech Library
FREE resources are available to teachers, community groups and Gippsland East Study Hub students to engage children, young people and adults in learning, experimenting and exploring jobs of the future. Our technology relates to coding, robotics, 3D printing, virtual reality, filmmaking, projection, game development, design and illustration, and more!
Educational resources are available off-site and on-site with The Hub room bookings and Gippsland East Study Hub use, all subject to equipment and tech availability and our operational policies. This service is offered across Wellington and East Gippsland Shires. Tech transport assistance may be available.
If you would like to know more, please contact us on (03) 5153 1745 or TechLibrary@gellen.org.au. You can also visit us at The Hub, 27 Dalmahoy St, Bairnsdale, VIC 3875 on weekdays.
What is the Tech Library?
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Off-site items
Quest 1 VR Headsets
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Information:
Oculus Quest 1 Virtual Reality headsets have games pre downloaded, are wireless, and require no additonal hardware (phone, tv, PC or laptop) to function.
A list of the apps presently available on the headsets can be found here.
If you have any suggestions for apps to download, please let us know.
Age Recommendation: 13+
Item Details:
Quantity: 3
One box contains: VR Headset X1, VR Hand Controllers X2, VR Headset Charger X1
Box Dimensions: 39 X 28.5 X 14.5 cm
Quest 2 VR Headsets
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Information:
Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality headsets have games pre downloaded, are wireless, and require no additonal hardware (phone, tv, PC or laptop) to function.
These headsets are newer than the Quest 1 VR Headsets
A list of the apps presently available on the headsets can be found here.
If you have any suggestions for apps to download, please let us know.
Age Recommendation: 13+
Item Details:
Quantity: 3
One box contains: VR Headset X1, VR Hand Controllers X2, VR Headset Charger X1
Case Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
Career VR Headsets
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Information:
Career VR is your all in one Virtual Reality career exploration device with various experiences including 360 videos of many different careers and an interview simulator. Local stories included.
A list of the apps presently available on the headsets can be found here.
If you have any suggestions for apps to download, please let us know.
Age Recommendation: 13+
Item Details:
Quantity: 4
One box contains: VR Headset X1, VR Hand Controllers X2, VR Headset Charger X1
Case Dimensions: 37.5 X 23.5 X 13 cm
ClassVR Headsets
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ClassVR is a fully integrated, classroom-ready device with access to a large variety of educational software.
The ClassVR Portal gives teachers the controls to easily send content and direct and monitor student attention, maximising learning time. Lesson plans are also available on the ClassVR Portal for use.
Age Recommendation: All Ages
Item Details:
Quantity: 23 (3 sets)
One Box Contains: ClassVR Headsets X7-8, ClassVR Headset Chargers X7-8
Box Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
Merge Cubes
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Information:
With the Merge Cube you can hold virtual objects in your hand. The durable and soft cube is compatible with over 30 available apps to learn and play, including ClassVR.
Age Recommendation: All Ages
Item Details:
Quantity: 24
Game Development Laptops
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MSI Game Development laptops with high end processors and graphics cards for 3D modelling with Blender and game development using Unity as well as audio/video editing capabilities.
Age Recommendation: 12+
Item Details:
Quantity: 3
One Bag Contains: Laptop X1, Laptop Charger X1, Wireless Mouse X1
Bag Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
Optoma Projector
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Information:
Optoma GT1080HDR short throw projector. Capable of producing a bright image from a short distance from either a wall, whiteboard or projector screen.
Age Recommendation: All Ages
Item Details:
Quantity: 1
Box Contains: Currently Unavailable
Box Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
Panasonic 4K Camera
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Information:
Video Camera with 4K recording capabilities and direct streaming with included capture device.
This item can be borrowed with a tripod.
Item Details:
Quantity: 1
Box Contains: Currently Unavailable
Box Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
Insta360 Go 3 Camera
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Information:
The Insta360 Go 3 is a compact action camera designed to capture high-quality videos and photos from a first-person perspective.
It features advanced stabilisation, hands-free mounting options, and compatability with the Action pPod for remote control, preview, and extended battery life.
Age Recommendation: 10+
Item Details:
Quantity: 1
Box Contains: Currently Unavailable
Box Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
iPads
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Information:
Touch screen tablets for education, art and entertainment.
View or download the list of apps on our iPads here.
Item Details:
Quantity: 15
Case Contains: Apple iPad X15, iPad Chargers X15, Powerboard X1, USB Port X1
Case Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
Please note: This items case is very heavy.
Apple Pencils
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Information:
Apple Pencils are styluses designed for iPads, offering precise drawing, handwriting, and navigation with pressure and tilt sensitivity.
They are ideal for students, artists, and professionals.
Age Recommendation: 6+
Item Details:
Quantity: 14
Sphero BOLT
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Sphero BOLT is an app-enabled robotic ball that provides endless opportunities to be creative and have fun while learning.
This item is typically borrowed with the iPads.
Age recommendation: 8+
Item Details:
Quantity: 15
Case Contains: Currently Unavailable
Case Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
Please note: This items case is heavy.
VEX Robotics EXP
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Teach real-world design and construction. Fast and easy builds enable iteration and experimentation. Unlimited robotic possibilities that come to life.
Age recommendation: 14+
Item Details:
Quantity: 4
Case Contains: Currently Unavailable
Case Dimensions: Currently Unavailable
Please note: These items cases can be heavy.
Nüdel Rover - Kart
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Information:
Nüdel creates deconstructable, mobile play carts that can transform any space into a creative, loose parts, play space.
View or download important things to know here.
Age recommendation: All Ages
Item Details:
Quantity: 2
Please note: This item is heavy.
LittleBits Kits
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Information:
The LittleBits kit helps kids engage with robotics, inventions, and electronics.
It uses safe, low voltage electronic building blocks that simply clip together. No advanced knowledge or skills required.
Base kits X2 are also available for borrowing with this item.
View or download the LittleBits invention guide here.
Age recommendation: 8+
Item Details:
Quantity: 5
Badge Maker
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Press custom designs into metal or plastic badges, often used for events, branding, or crafts.
It is also possible to make keychain versions of the badges.
Age recommendation: 8+
Item Details:
Quantity: 1
Please note: This item can be heavy.
Arduino Starter Kit
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Get started with electronics quickly and easily - no prior experience required.
Components include LEDs, resistors, switches, a potentiometer, a buzzer and a motor with fan.
Make any of the five projects described in the printed user manual or other projects you can find online.
View or download the project book here.
Learn more about the arduino kit components here.
Age recommendation: 11+
Item Details:
Quantity: 14
On-site Items
Game Development Desktop PC
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Custom built high end personal computers for 3D modelling with Blender and game development using Unity as well as audio/video editing capabilities.
Age recommendation: 12+
Item Details:
Quantity: 2
MakerBot SKETCH 3D Printer
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Print 3D model creations in plastic.
Unlock students’ creative potential with accessible 3D printing merged with project-based learning.
Item Details:
Quantity: 2
Podcasting Equipment
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Rode Podcasting setup featuring 2 microphones and headsets set up in room with green screen available.
Cricut Maker 3
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The Cricut Maker 3 is a smart cutting machine that can cut paper, felt, vinyl, fabrics, leather, matboard & wood. It can also cut hundreds of other materials, including delicate fabrics, papers, heavy chipboard, basswood, leather, & more.
Age recommendation: 10+ with adult supervision. 14+ for independent use.
Item Details:
Quantity: 1
The Gippsland East Tech library is brought to you by a partnership and supported by the Victorian government under the Raising Aspirations grant. We would also like to thank our sponsors for making this service possible.
