Brickset news archive: Events (Australia)
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Star Wars building challenge, Melbourne, Australia
Posted by Huw, 30 Apr 2013 04:29. Filed under Events (Australia).
This May the Fourth, Jedi and LEGO fans alike are invited to come together and celebrate the world of LEGO Star Wars with a building event like no other.Harnessing the power of the Force along with a little help from Ryan McNaught; one of only 13 Certified LEGO Professionals in the world, fans young and old are invited to gather and assist Ryan in building a giant LEGO model of the Jedi Master himself, Yoda.
Over the course of two days, a 3m high Yoda will be built from the ground up, using over 100,000 LEGO bricks.
In addition, there will be exciting sets from the extensive LEGO Star Wars range on display, and if that’s not enough, there will be Star Wars trivia and LEGO speed building challenges being held throughout both days with plenty of prizes up for grabs.
So come dressed as your favourite Star Wars character for the chance to win a galactic prize, or just bring the power of the Force with you, and join in on all the fun of LEGO Star Wars… and May the Fourth be with you!
WHEN: May 4th and May 5th, 2013, 10am to 5pm
WHERE: Centre Court, Westfield Doncaster, 619 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster VIC 3108
COST: Free
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Sydney Brick Show, 20th – 28th April 2013
Posted by Huw, 21 Mar 2013 07:05. Filed under Events (Australia).
A couple of people have emailed and asked me to mention this event in Australia, so here goes...SydBricks is proud to announce that in 2013 the Sydney Brick Show will move to an exciting and larger venue in the heart of Sydney; On Seven at David Jones, Elizabeth Street Store. For the first time in a new partnership, the show will operate through the week from Saturday 20th April to Sunday 28th April enabling school holiday fun for all to see. The event will launch on the opening weekend spectacular with a focus on activities for the public and AFOLs alike.
For AFOLs, the opening weekend will be the fan focused show followed with an evening event, now in the planning as well as the usual activities.
For the public, the opening weekend will feature Australia’s only LEGO Certified Professional Ryan McNaught along with gifts for the first 100 LEGO Club members and a visit from “Max” the minifig. Children’s building competition winners will also be on display.
Displaying AFOLs are welcome to register for only the opening weekend, however if you are Sydney based, or would like to soak up the week long LEGO show atmosphere, you are welcome to register for the full show.
More information and tickets are available at the official website.
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Brickvention public display report
Posted by Huw, 20 Jan 2013 08:31. Filed under Events (Australia).
Roving Brickset reporter caperberry has been at the public display at Brickvention in Australia today and has sent us this exclusive report:The 7th annual Brickvention Australia closed its doors today after what surely must be its most successful year yet, although as this was my first ever attendance I can’t really claim that! But what with fans from all over the country, a LEGO Designer from Denmark and 18,000 members of the public attending, how could it be anything else?
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Brickvention report
Posted by Huw, 18 Jan 2013 06:25. Filed under Events (Australia).
Brickvention is in full swing over in Australia and roving Brickset reporter caperberry has sent us this report, and posted pictures on flickr.The seventh annual Brickvention Convention took place today in Melbourne, Australia. Some 200 AFOLs, TFOLs and KFOLs came to the stunning Royal Exhibition Hall for a day of presentations, fun, and an early look at the work of the exhibitors. Just as well we got an uncluttered view, as the show this weekend has sold out; that’s 18,000 people over the next two days!
LEGO Designer Mark Stafford flew in from Denmark last night, so hats off to him for actually staying awake and being his usual cheerful self. He gave a fascinating and often amusing presentation on the development of Legends of Chima, which has taken three years (the theme, not his presentation!)
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Brickvention 2013 Melbourne Australia – Public Exhibition Days
Posted by Huw, 15 Jan 2013 13:53. Filed under Events (Australia).
Brickvention is an Australian based convention for LEGO fans. It is a two-day event that brings together LEGO fans of all ages from all over Australia to view original and unusual creations built by Australian modelers and collectors. So if you love LEGO, come along and view the amazing creations and models made out of LEGO.The event features a huge collection of LEGO models including trains, castles, pirate ships, Star Wars, space ships, planes, buildings, sculptures and any more. There will also be competitions, face painting and LEGO sets and merchandise for sale.
The Brickvention 2013 will be held on the coming weekend of 19 and 20 January at The Royal Exhibition Building, Nicholson Street, Carlton, Victoria, where anyone can come along and view the amazing creations made out of LEGO.
Public Expo Tickets are selling fast and can be purchased at the event website. Tickets WILL NOT be available at the door and are only available online. (Posted on behalf of the organisers)
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Brickvention 2013 Melbourne Australia – Public Expo Tickets Now on Sale
Posted by Huw, 18 Oct 2012 04:26. Filed under Events (Australia).
Brickvention is an Australian based convention for LEGO fans. It is a two-day event that brings together LEGO fans of all ages from all over Australia to view original and unusual creations built by Australian modellers and collectors.So if you love LEGO, come along and view the amazing creations and models made out of LEGO.
The event features a huge collection of LEGO models including trains, castles, pirate ships, Star Wars, space ships, planes, buildings, sculptures and any more. There will also be competitions, face painting and LEGO sets and merchandise for sale.
The next Brickvention will be held over the weekend of 19 and 20 January 2013 at The Royal Exhibition Building, Nicholson Street, Carlton, Victoria, where anyone can come along and view the amazing creations made out of LEGO.
Public expo tickets are on sale from the official website. We recommend that you book tickets early to avoid disappointment. Tickets WILL NOT be available at the door and are only available online.
Information regarding the AFOL convention (Friday 18 January) registration will be available shortly.
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PALS invite you to their LEGO display in Perth, Australia, 2-4 June
Posted by Huw, 10 May 2012 14:19. Filed under Events (Australia).
The Perth Adult Lego Society (PALS) is putting on a LEGO display in Western Australia, and at 64 metres long, it will be their longest one yet!The layout will be a “Travel through Time” starting in the Prehistoric, visiting the Present day and finishing in the Future!
It will also feature a 21-metre long bridge, LNG Platform and Tanker, and Space Shuttle launch with crawler-transporter.
It's part of the Model Railway Exhibition at Claremont Showgrounds and will be open on June 2nd and 3rd from 9:30am to 4:30pm, and June 4th from 9:30am to 4pm. Entry fees are kids $5, adults $10, family [2+2] $25.
You can find out more at the PALS website.
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Sydney Brick Show 02-03 June 2012 - Registrations open now!
Posted by jpmanalo, 20 Apr 2012 21:31. Filed under Events (Australia).
Attention Aussie fans of LEGO! the Sydney Brick Show is coming! The show will be at the Powerhouse Museum on Saturday 02 June and Sunday 03 June 2012.
Exhibitor Registrations and Saturday Night Reception Registrations are now open for the Sydney Brick Show.
Proceeds from the Saturday night reception will be given to the Children’s Hospital at Westmead in support of the inspirational work they perform everyday!
More info available on the Sydney Brick Show website: http://sydneybrickshow.com.au/
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Sydney Brick Show - 2nd and 3rd June 2012
Posted by jpmanalo, 26 Jan 2012 06:54. Filed under Events (Australia).
It has just been announced that a group of AFOLs in Sydney are organising a LEGO Fan event and exhibiton, The Sydney Brick Show, to be held at the Powerhouse Musem in Sydney, Australia this coming June.
From the website: The Sydney Brick Show will held on 2-3 June at the Powerhouse Museum. We invite you to join us in displaying your creative genius at Sydney’s first LEGO® fan event in 2012. The new Sydney Brick Show will bring together the best in LEGO® fan conventions with a family fun showcase of AFOL creations.
The amazing two day event will include public viewing, interactive activities and a spectacular evening fan reception with competitions, guest speakers, everyone’s favorite “Dirty Brickster” and MORE! Proceeds from the Saturday night reception will be given to the Westmead Children’s Hospital for the inspirational work they perform everyday!
More info at: sydneybrickshow.com.au
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Brickvention, 21-22nd January 2012, Melbourne, Australia
Posted by Huw, 14 Dec 2011 03:38. Filed under Events (Australia).
Brickvention is an Australian based convention for LEGO fans. It is a two-day event that brings together LEGO fans of all ages from all over Australia to view original and unusual creations built by Australian modellers and collectors. So if you love LEGO, come along and view the amazing creations and models.The event features a huge collection of models including trains, castles, pirate ships, Star Wars, space ships, planes, buildings, sculptures and any more. There will also be competitions, face painting and LEGO sets and merchandise for sale.
The next Brickvention will be held over the weekend of 21st and 22nd January 2012 at The Melbourne Town Hall, corner of Swanston and Collins Streets Melbourne, Victoria, where anyone can come along and view the amazing creations made out of LEGO. Tickets are on sale at http://www.brickventures.org.au/
To become a registered member participant for the members only day on Friday 20th January, visit the above website for further information or follow this link to the Brickvention 2012 registration page. Due to venue size, there are only 150 registrations available.
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Canberra Brick Expo 2011 is on this weekend!
Posted by jpmanalo, 04 Aug 2011 06:17. Filed under Events (Australia).
This weekend Australia's national capital, Canberra, will be playing host to Brick Expo 2011. After last year's massive attendance, Brick Expo's organisers have decided to spread this year's event over two days - Saturday 6 August and Sunday 7 August.Here are the event details:
- Where? Corinna Ballroom, Canberra Southern Cross Club - Woden, 92-96 Corinna Street, Phillip, ACT, 2606, Australia
- When? 10:00am to 5:00pm, Saturday 6th August 2011 and 10:00am to 4:00pm, Sunday 7th August 2011
- Admission? $2.50 per Child/Concession, $5.00 per Adult and $10.00 per Family.
- All proceeds from Brick Expo will assist Brick Expo's major charity, PaTCH, to purchase much needed medical equipment for the Paediatrics Department at the Canberra Hospital.
More information is available from the Brick Expo website.
I'll be in attendance at Brick Expo again this year along with other members of SydLUG - so if you see me in the crowd, feel free to stop to say "Hello" and/or have a chat about all things LEGO!
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Brickvention 2011 Roundup
Posted by jpmanalo, 26 Jan 2011 05:52. Filed under Events (Australia).
Those of you watching the Australian Event news here at Brickset may know that I have recently had the pleasure of attending Australia's premier AFOL event, Brickvention. This year, Brickvention was held at a much larger venue compared to previous years, but incredibly, there were still waiting times of up to two-and-a-half hours to enter on Public Exhibition day! Even then, many people still had to be turned away at the door towards the end of the exhibition.The AFOL group that I am part of, SydLUG, won the People's Choice Award for our Wild West display, 'El Bricko'. Congratulations also go out to the other winners at the event, including David Scalone for his rendition of Hogwarts Castle (pictured).
Tim Gould (gambort), over at The Brother's Brick has written an excellent round-up regarding the event, complete with links to images of many of the major displays at Brickvention 2011.
I hope to be in attendance again next year, and strongly encourage Australian AFOLs to consider registering and planning for next year's event.
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Brickvention 2011 - Reminder
Posted by jpmanalo, 12 Jan 2011 09:14. Filed under Events (Australia).
Brickvention 2011 is on this weekend! For registered attendees, events kick off at 8:30am on Saturday 15 January. Event organisers have emailed all attendees with a final list of reminders (see comments for full details of reminders)
The public expo is on Sunday 16 January from 10am till 5pm, and as implied, this day is for open to all to attend. Details are as follows:
- Where? Melbourne Town Hall (Corner Swanston Street and Collins Street, Melbourne)
- Cost? Adults - $6, Children - $3, Family - $15 (2 adults and 2 children). Tickets available at the door.
- Full details on the Brickvention website
I'll be in attendance at Brickvention this year, so be sure to say "G'day!" if you happen to bump into me.
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Event Update - Bricks Adventure 2011 & Brickvention 2011
Posted by bluemoose, 05 Jan 2011 08:41. Filed under Events (Australia).
With the start of the New Year, it's time to start thinking about the upcoming events season. This year things are off to a flying start with two major events in the next couple of weeks.
First up, we have the 'Bricks Adventure 2011' exhibition, running 12th-21st January at the City University of Hong Kong. Details can be found here.
Secondly, we have 'Brickvention 2011', running over the weekend of 15th & 16th January at Melbourne Town Hall in Victoria, Australia. The first day, Saturday 15th, is an AFOL fan convention day and the Sunday is a public exhibition. Details can be found here.
If you've never been to a fan-run LEGO event, we'd highly recommend you give one a go. There are plenty throughout the year, spread around the world, so look out for more event announcements as we go through the year!
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BrickVention 2011 - Registrations now open
Posted by jpmanalo, 11 Dec 2010 00:11. Filed under Events (Australia).
Australasia's premier AFOL event, BrickVention, is now open for Registration. If you haven’t already started planning your trip, now is a good time. The organisers have informed me that if you wish to register for a T-shirt and brick badge, your registration needs to be in before the 14th of December 2010.
Unlike previous events, Brickvention 2011 will be held in the Melbourne Town Hall due to the enormous crowds at last year's event.
From the Brickvention website:
- What is Brickvention?
Brickvention is the premier convention event for the Australian LEGO® Community.
Brickvention is a two day event for AFOLs (Adult Fans of LEGO®). Like other conventions, it offers workshops, presentations, special events and challenges.
Guest keynote speaker at the Saturday convention will be Jim Foulds from the LEGO Community Team. - When?
Saturday the 15th and Sunday 16th January 2011.
The Saturday is for registered attendees and is aimed at Adult fans of LEGO®. Sunday is the Public Day where everyone is welcome. Saturday the 15th includes sessions intended for AFOLs (Adult Fans of LEGO®) 18 years of age or older. Younger convention attendees are welcome to come with a registered adult, but keep in mind many of the activities outside of the Public Expo are targeted toward adults.
Sunday the 16th is the Public Expo, allowing the general public of all ages to watch LEGO® builders at work and view LEGO® creations and displays. Registration is not required for the Public Expo. - Where?
Brickvention 2011 will be located at: Melbourne Town Hall, corner of Swanston St and Collins St, Melbourne. - Cost?
Convention: $50 for full registration (over 15), $25 for under 15 registration. Children under 15 attending the 2-day convention must be accompanied by an adult.
Public Expo: Sunday the 16th from 10am – 5pm is the Public Expo, allowing the general public of all ages to watch LEGO® builders at work and view LEGO® creations and displays. Registration is not required for the Public Expo. Adults – $6 Children – $3 Family – $15 (2 adults and 2 children).
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BrickExpo 2010 - Canberra
Posted by jpmanalo, 06 Aug 2010 15:03. Filed under Events (Australia).
I've got no sales news to report as yet from the East Coast of Australia, but I do have some details about the upcoming BrickExpo Event that will be occuring a little bit later this year.
BrickExpo will be held on the 8th of August 2010 in Australia's national capital, Canberra, and promises to be "an entertaining and interesting exhibition of rare and unique LEGO® creations by interstate and local collectors and modellers" and will feature displays of "... static, moving and robotic models in themes including: Star Wars™, Trains, Planes, Space Ships, Racing Cars, Monuments and Sculptures."
The full details for BrickExpo are as follows:
BrickExpo 2010
- When? Sunday 8th August 2010, 10:00am to 4:00pm
- Where? "The Top of the Cross", Canberra Southern Cross Club, 92-96 Corinna Street, Phillip, ACT, 2606
- More information at: www.brickexpo.com.au
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Canberra BrickExpo 2010 - Reminder
Posted by jpmanalo, 06 Aug 2010 15:03. Filed under Events (Australia).
Just a reminder that BrickExpo 2010 will be held in Canberra, Australia this Sunday 08 August.
The folks at BrickExpo have created a promo video for the event also:
- When? Sunday 8th August 2010, 10:00am to 4:00pm
- Where? "The Top of the Cross", Canberra Southern Cross Club, 92-96 Corinna Street, Phillip, ACT, 2606
- Cost? Entry is by gold-coin donation. Money collected will be donated to "a local children's charity".
- More information at: www.brickexpo.com.au
The original news article for this event is located here.
** I'll be in exhibiting some models at BrickExpo, along with other members of SydLUG (Sydney LEGO User Group), so feel free to say "G'day!" if you come along to BrickExpo:-)
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