Fab Lab

Welcome to the Lake Mac Libraries Fab Lab, located with the newly opened Windale Hub, bilyabayi.

The Fab Lab (digital fabrication lab) is an innovative educational space which is the first of its kind in regional New South Wales.

Lake Mac Libraries Fab Lab is one of 1700 Fab Labs around the world to provide access to the environment, the skills, the materials and the advanced technology to allow anyone anywhere to make (almost) anything.

Visitors have the opportunity to develop skills in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths) and gain hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing and fabrication equipment.

Some of the venue’s key features include:

• 3D printers (6x Bambu P1S+AMS, 2x Ultimaker S5)
• Laser cutting machine (Trotec Speedy 360)
• Vinyl cutting machine
• CNC router
• CNC desktop mill
• Virtual Reality (VR) headsets (Oculus Quests)
• Vlogging kit
• Digital drawing tablet

• Desktop PCs for rendering, game and graphics design

The space is accessible for all through a range of workshops, open days and by appointment.

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Accessing the Fab Lab

Learn how to access the Lake Mac Libraries Fab Lab.

Fab Academy

The Fab Academy provides students with an opportunity to learn how to make (almost) anything.

Maker-Con 25

Maker-Con 25 is a two-day celebration of creativity, hands-on tech, and innovation for makers, educators, and curious minds of all ages.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Fab Lab Opening Hours and Events

View the Fab Lab's regular opening hours and events.

Superhero Comic Creator - Full Day Workshop

Build your superhero and villain from 3D-printed components and create a comic strip starring your characters.

The Fab Lab is proudly funded by the NSW Government in association with the State Library of NSW through the Public Library Infrastructure Grant program.