Magical Park

Dinosaurs, unicorns and fairies are coming to Ipswich as part of an exciting new interactive play experience in Goupong Park.

These extinct and make-believe creatures are being brought to life in an augmented reality event that will transform the Collingwood Park venue and bridge the gap between the real and virtual worlds for 2017 Parks Week.

Children and the young at heart will have an unforgettable magical time collecting dinosaur eggs, herding kittens and escaping the clutches of bad fairies in the scenic outdoor setting.

Ipswich parks spokesman Councillor David Morrison said T-Rex and his friends would come to life with the help of the Magical Park mobile app.

“This is a really unique way of promoting the park and encouraging people to come out and explore the area,” he said.

“People can download the free app on their Apple or Android device and play augmented reality games using minimal data, full instructions will be sign-posted at the park itself.”

Division 3 Councillor Kerry Silver said Goupong Park would join open spaces across Australia and New Zealand for the event.

“By combining outdoor play and technology we’re showcasing this great local park and bringing a unique interactive element to the Beautiful Ipswich program,” she said.             

For more information on the Magical Park experience visit parks-week.org/partners