Cosplay, Daleks and time travel at Sydney's 'Doctor Who' Festival

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Johnny Lieu
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Whovians from Australia and abroad descended on Sydney Saturday and Sunday for the country's first official Doctor Who Festival -- a 100% geeky celebration of the long-running BBC sci-fi series.

Twelfth Doctor Peter Capaldi, Seventh Doctor Sylvester McCoy, executive producer Steven Moffat and Ingrid Oliver, who plays Osgood, were all present on the day for photos and autographs, and to answer questions from fans.

Here are some snaps from the festivities.

A Lego version of the Tardis greeted attendees, fresh from its outing on Sydney's Bondi Beach

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You could take part in a cosplay competition for all ages

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But some just wanted to get dressed up, because why not?

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You could check out the show's props and costumes

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Such as real Daleks

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And cute miniature Daleks, which are remote controlled models on the show

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You could take a moment to imagine yourself in dapper costumes

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Or fighting frightening monsters

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Maybe you could use one of these weapons on them?

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You'll need a production masterclass first though

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And then maybe learn something about time travel

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Or pick up some tips from the show's executive producer, Steven Moffat

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Or you can always interrogate Twelfth Doctor Peter Capaldi and Ingrid Oliver, aka Osgood

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See you again in the future

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