Scale ACT

13/09/2026

ScaleACT will see around 800 models on show - from racing cars to sci fi to figures, from aircraft and armour to Gundam - at Australia's friendliest scale modelling show.
https://www.actsms.asn.au/scaleact

12/09/2026

Got any old kits (half-built/missing parts/broken etc), books or magazines that you want to give away for free?
Once again we’ll be setting up a table or two where you can place these items. Show visitors can then take what they like, as a build challenge, for spare parts, for experimenting or practicing techniques upon, or whatever.
Note, this is just for give-away stuff on a “help yourself” basis, items intended for sale should go into the Swap & Sell as usual (full Swap & Sell details will be published soon!).

11/09/2026

Start saving your pocket money for ScaleACT's Swap and Sell. Bargains await!
https://www.actsms.asn.au/scaleact/swap-and-sell

01/09/2026

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The SAPMA SA Scale Model Expo 2026 is now open for entries:

https://modelkitclub.com/clubs/SAPMA/events/sapma-expo-2026/enter

Your login/email from last year should work, and if you've forgotten your password, just request a reset.

You can also use your Google or Facebook account to log in, so you don't need a password (it works like Spotify, etc.).

If you have any questions about entering kits, message SAPMA's Facebook Messenger or email [email protected].

Thanks

30/08/2026

Australia's friendliest scale modelling show is fast approaching! Save the date - November 7-8
https://www.actsms.asn.au/scaleact

23/08/2026

Since the Thoroughbred Park venue will still be unfamiliar to many, our webmaster has created a page detailing the parking zones around the site:
https://www.actsms.asn.au/scaleact/venue-parking
The map has been updated to include details on getting to Thoroughbred Park via Transport Canberra (TC) Light Rail, a convenient way to get out to the show.
Please check it out!

ScaleACT Venue: Thoroughbred Park! ScaleACT-26 will be held at Thoroughbred Park, 1 Randwick Rd, Lyneham. This fabulous venue offers a huge, well lit space, great amenities, lots of parking, and easy access for locals and those visiting from interstate (including a Light Rail stop only a short walk

21/08/2026

21/08/2026

We’re expecting a rather special display at Scale ACT 26, complimenting (but unfortunately not coinciding with) the current ‘Antarctica’ exhibition at the National Museum of Australia.
Matt McArthur, modeller, Antarctica enthusiast, and presenter of the Ice Coffee Podcast, will be presenting a special display of aircraft that have been used in the far south. In Matt’s own words:

“Spurred by a lifelong fascination for Antarctica, experiences flying to and from the ice, and extensive reading on the topic, Matt McArthur focused his hobby on representing airframes used in the far south. These models represent a decade working this groove whenever a kit or a decal set offered scope to highlight Antarctic history. More kits await Antarctic attention in Matt's stash, and far more airframes have operated in Antarctica in far more liveries than any hobbyist might address in one lifetime. Put some skis on something and see where it leads you. Fascinating stories and exotic schemes await.”

In anticipation of seeing this unique display, please check out Matt’s activities here: https://icecoffeepodcast.wordpress.com/2023/12/05/heard-fm-bio/

07/08/2026