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The Library MakerSpaces are safe and supportive spaces where you can connect with fellow students, get creative, and learn new skills — all for free.
Whether you’re looking to unwind with arts and crafts or try out projects like 3D printing, multimedia, or electronics, you'll find all the tools, materials, and support you need to bring your ideas to life. Drop in during our opening hours and start creating!
You need to be a current student to use the Library MakerSpaces.
MakerSpace activities and equipment;
- 3D printing and scanning equipment
- Arts and crafting supplies for painting, illustration, linocut, crochet, knitting and badge making
- Sewing and embroidery machines
- Electronics/robotics using Arduino beginner kits, Raspberry Pi
- Virtual reality (VR) tech and drones
- Software for mood boards, poster, sketching and animation
- Photography and media equipment
Location and hours
A detailed, 3D-printed bust of Albert Einstein, rendered in a striking red filament
A whimsical crocheted frog sits atop a stack of sewing and crafting books
Get creative and make your own badge! Badge making station with a variety of designs.
Sunflower in progress: a delicate watercolor painting alongside the inspiration
A small, 3D-printed vase with red and yellow stripes
Putting the pieces together: A Ravensburger puzzle in progress, with a touch of Aussie charm in the background
A flat lay image of a wooden surface with a pear, a pencil sketch of the pear on a square tile, and two pencils
Beads, charms, and creativity! Everything you need to make your own jewelry.
Location
Auchmuty Library MakerSpace, Level 3, Room 321.
Level 3 can be accessed via the main Library entrance (top of the rainbow steps) or via the lift or stairs coming from Level 2 (the AIC entrance at the Auchmuty courtyard).
Open to all University of Newcastle students.
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Location
Ourimbah Library, Level 2, Room 209.
Level 2 can be accessed via the stairs or lift coming from the main ground floor entrance.
Open to all University of Newcastle and TAFE Ourimbah students.
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Make a booking (Auchmuty)
• 3D printer induction
• 3D printer time
• Project time
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Make a booking (Ourimbah)
• 3D printer induction
• 3D printer time
• Podcast room
• Project time
Book now
Available equipment and user guides
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Upcoming events
Event • 28 Apr 2025 from 10:00am - 2 May 2025 until 3:00pm
Library MakerSpace - Star Wars Week
It's Star Wars Week at the Library MakerSpace! Join us at the Auchmuty and Ourimbah MakerSpaces for a galaxy of Star Wars-themed crafts and creative fun!
Event • 5 May 2025 from 10:00am - 9 May 2025 until 3:00pm
Library MakerSpace - Mother's Day Crafts
Celebrate Mother’s Day with some creative fun at the Auchmuty and Ourimbah MakerSpaces! Join us for a variety of craft activities to make something special for mum.
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