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2008 Schools Handbook

Open to primary schools only, the pushcart category is a challenging but enjoyable way of introducing energy use and technology to young students. The machines are based on the humble billycart, is powered solely by student and must have a roll bar that may double as a push bar It is powered solely by students.

Teams of eight students design and build a pushcart, following a basic plan.

The team may obtain the assistance of other students, parents, friends, local trades people, community groups, etc. The team of eight must include at least four girls and will be required to participate in an obstacle course, sprint and circuit events on the RACV circuit.

Within the Pushcarts category there are two sections:

•     Section 1: schools with enrolment less than 150

•     Section 2: schools with enrolment greater than 150.

The pushcart event is proudly managed and sponsored by the Country Education Project.