Scale ACT

03/06/2026

Best RAAF Model in Show - The Air Force Association (ACT Division) special awards at Scale ACT 26

To encourage the building of models of RAAF subjects, the Air Force Association (ACT Division) are generously sponsoring two special awards – “Best RAAF Model in Show" - Senior and Junior.
We’d especially like to see more Junior modellers (12yrs and under) join in - so, if you have a budding modeller in the family, please encourage them to pick an RAAF subject, and get building in time for Scale ACT 26 in November!
Please check the link here for the full award details: https://www.actsms.asn.au/scaleact/raaf-award

01/06/2026

Early days yet, but we’ve already got a fantastic group of traders lined up for Scale ACT 26!
Please visit this link for the current list:

ScaleACT-26 Traders The following traders have accepted our invitation to the November show, we’re still speaking to a couple of others, so stay tuned for more announcements! Avonmore Books (https://avonmorebooks.com.au/) Black Ops Models (https://blackopsmodels.com/) Canberra Hobby Centre

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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