On 12^th of June, Wilsonton SHS held the Southeast Queensland World Qualifier for the Hydrogen Grand Prix. The Hydrogen Grand Prix (H2GP) is an exhilarating, educational competition where student teams design, build, and race hydrogen-powered remote-controlled cars in a 4-hour endurance event. Hosted at schools and regional venues around the world, the event challenges students to apply principles of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in a real-world, project-based learning environment. Mr Oberholzer engaged the assistance of Mr Flood and Mr Lapworth to organise a team. This team had to be determined to attend regular sessions so the car could be assembled, customised, and tested each week in the lead up to the big day. Team Willpower was formed, consisting of Jett, Angus, Cory, Nate, William, Logan and James. As the term went by and the days got cooler, the team knew the race was creeping closer; the pressure was on.

The race day saw competitors come from far and wide to participate, including Darwin and Syndey. We were honoured to welcome teams who travelled long distances to be here, showing just how far enthusiasm, passion and ambition can take you. Temperatures may have been quite cold, but nothing could turn down the intense heat from a fast-paced and carnage filled event, with a fantastic turn out of student, parent, and staff spectators throughout the day to cheer on the team and watch the action. Team Willpower showcased not only their technical and driving skills, but also teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity! All students proudly represented the school. The team managed to score overall fastest lap time, with Jett driving the way. Rapid pitstops and a full steering motor change saw the team stay hot on their feet for the whole event. Overall, the team finished 12^th in our class, which was a fantastic achievement! The team is already eager to engineer a new car or two for future events! Willpower will also be looking to recruit more participants soon, so stay tuned!