FlushBack

FlushBack – Scienceworks’ new, innovative AR adventure – brings to life the heritage-listed Spotswood Pumping Station. Built to deal with Melbourne’s growing (and very smelly) sewage problem, the Pumping Station is considered an extraordinary feat of 19th century engineering and holds a fascinating – and gross! – history.  In FlushBack, you’ll travel back to 1942 and complete challenges based on real historical events. You must ensure the Pumping Station continues to operate so Melbourne doesn’t turn back into 'Smellbourne'! You’ll be guided by actual workers from the past, brought to life on your device using augmented reality (AR). They will introduce you to each of the major components that enabled the Pumping Station to pump Melbourne’s sewage away from the city for treatment.  Race the clock to shovel coal, stoke the boilers to the right pressure, generate steam to power the engines, and maybe even help an old man who is on a desperate search for his false teeth (just don’t think too hard about where they might have been – eewww!!) Save the day in the past, then come back to the present and see the modern-day water cycle in action. Only available at Scienceworks, this unique experience blends modern technology with fascinating stories in a truly immersive setting.