Scale ACT

25/05/2026

Don’t forget, the King’s Birthday long weekend (June 6-8th) sees one of the major annual Aussie modelling events in the calendar – The Australian Model Expo 2026!
For all of the details, including the list of traders and model registration QR code entry page (it’s not too late to get involved!), please visit here: https://www.modelexpo.com.au/

25/05/2026

A selection of the fantastic models on show at this weekend’s “2026 NSW Scale Model Show” put on by our friends at the Illawarra Plastic Modellers Association (IPMA). Another great effort by Darren and his team!

08/05/2026

Scale ACT 26 Abode hotel special discount

We know that a lot of you come join us from interstate for our show, and of course you need to consider accommodation - so, the team has arranged a special Scale ACT 26 hotel discount, please see the details below:

If you’re coming to Canberra for Scale ACT 26 and need accommodation, you might like to consider the special show discount offer at Abode Belconnen and Abode Gungahlin.
Abode Hotels Canberra have offered the following promotion to those attending Scale ACT26.
www.abodehotels.com.au
The promotional code 'SCALEACT26' is valid for stay dates at the Belconnen and Gungahlin properties from Wednesday 4th to Tues 10th November 2026.
This code offers 15% off on the Room Only and Breakfast rates at Abode Belconnen, and the Room Only rate at Abode Gungahlin.
Both properties are close to the Scale ACT 26 venue.
Steps:
- Go to the Abode website
www.abodehotels.com.au and select the preferred property location (Gungahlin or Belconnen).
- Click "Book Now", you will then be taken to a booking page asking you to enter travel dates, number of guests and enter the promo code (SCALEACT26).
- Then click "Find Availability" available room options and a discount will be applied for you to then select your preferred room type.
**Note: this discount is NOT available on third party websites such as bookings.com**
Our thanks to our ACTSMS Member Mario for helping arrange this discount.
https://www.actsms.asn.au/scaleact/accomodation
Peter Davis
President ACTSMS

accommodation discount If you’re coming to Canberra for ScaleACT-26 and need accommodation, you might like to consider the special show discount offer at Abode Belconnen and Abode Gungahlin (discount is approximately 10%, depending upon room type and length of stay) - please read on for

08/05/2026

Family need something to do while you’re having fun at the model show?
There are plenty of things to see and do here in the nation’s capital, check this link for a sample of Canberra attractions:

Family need something to do while you’re having fun at the model show? Why don’t you consider some of these attractions in Canberra: Australian War Memorial Treloar Crescent, Reid www.awm.gov.au Opening hours: 10am to 4pm 7 days a week Australian War Memorial Treloar Technology Centre 6-10 Calla...

22/04/2026

The 2026 NSW Scale model Show, run by our good friends of the Illawarra Plastic Modellers Association, is coming up on the weekend of 23-24 May. An easy drive from Canberra, this show is one of the highlights of the modelling year, and is well worth the effort of visiting or, even better, entering.
You can find all the details here: https://nswscalemodelshow.com

22/04/2026

Let’s start our roundup of scale model shows by noting the rapidly-approaching Rob Burns Memorial Show in Tumut, a short drive from Canberra.
Make a weekend of it by also taking in the Falling Leaf Festival (https://www.fallingleaffestival.com.au)

14/04/2026

Anyone within striking distance of Canberra might like to know about a big weekend coming up for kit lovers!
All available seller tables have now been taken, but we’ll have plenty of things to buy, plus bbq lunch and refreshments throughout the event.
All welcome, ACTSMS members and non-members alike - please help spread the word.
Hope you see you there!

14/02/2026

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05/02/2026

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12/12/2025

Looking for a summer holiday project? Then why not consider the Scale ACT 26 special competition and award subjects – here are the basics:

The Kittyhawk Cup: The ARMA Hobby 1/72 Hawker Hurricane Mk.I or Mk.II series. Note, also eligible are the Eduard and Red Roo boxing of the ARMA Hobby kits.

The Sentinel Shield: The Tamiya 1/48 M5A1 light tank or M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage. Note: you may use the new CMK Stuart VI conversion set to build a late M5A1 tank as used by the US and Commonwealth armies during WW2, and by many nations post-war.

'The Grail' subject: “Aviation in Canberra”. Enter any aircraft or helicopter, civilian or military, that has operated from Canberra Airport (built up from an old airstrip that was first laid down in the 1920s) and RAAF Base/Defence Establishment Fairbairn (established 1940). Special mention goes to the aircraft of No.34 Sqn, the RAAF VIP transport squadron. Also eligible are any known and specific aircraft or helicopters that have visited or been temporarily based at Canberra (think Air Force One, Antonov AN-124 and water bombers to name but a few!). To whet your appetite, here’s a link to illustrate some of our interesting visitors: https://region.com.au/the-antonov-and-6-other-cool-planes-that-have-landed-at-canberra-airport/630984/

Special Cars award: “Best roadster or convertible”. Enter any model, from any manufacturer and in any scale, which depicts an open-topped car with two or more seats. This covers things like sports cars, convertibles, spyders, and cabriolets, with plenty of variety out there in kit form from the venerable Model T to the modern Ferrari, Corvette, AC/Shelby Cobra, and Porsche.

More details to follow soon!

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