The ACT Scale Modellers’ Society (ACTSMS) is holding its annual two-day scale modelling event – Scale ACT 25 – at Thoroughbred Park in Lyneham, over the weekend 8 – 9 November. This year’s event marks the 25th anniversary of ScaleACT, so it will be bigger than ever. ScaleACT 25 is proudly supported by the ACT Government.
Featuring around 800 competition entries, ScaleACT 25 is one of Australia’s largest model competitions and also features Swap and Sell, themed displays, expert workshops, club showcases, and a bustling vendor hall.
The competition is open to all modellers, regardless of modelling interests or skills, and provides an opportunity to see the many talented modellers from across Australia showcase their work. We will also have static displays of real cars and motorcycles over the weekend. Additionally, there will be free build activities for kids, on-site catering and various displays and activities, making this a fun day for all the family.
Other local hobby groups will also be at ScaleACT 25, including the Canberra Model Shipwrights, Task Force 72, Canberra Monaro N Scale Group, Canberra Regional Wargames Group and Canberra Display Painters Guild. Various car and bike clubs will also be attending, adding to the broad appeal of ScaleACT. There will also be demonstrations and workshops from renowned international and Australian modellers.
Founded in 1972, the ACTSMS proudly celebrates 53 years of fostering creativity, craftsmanship, and community in 2025. Our 176 members meet regularly throughout the year and subjects modelled by our membership include aircraft, military vehicles, ships, cars, truck, motorcycles, figures, science fiction subjects, Gundam and other specialist subjects. In 2022, the ACTSMS were the proud recipients of the ACT Chief Minister’s Gold Award in recognition of 50 years serving our community.
Scale ACT 25 is open from 10:30am to 5pm on Saturday 8 November and 10am to 4pm on Sunday 9 November, with competition results and presentations from 3:30pm. Entry is $10 for adults, $20 for families and $5 for children/concession and includes access for both days of the event.
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