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HSBNE
We are a community workshop run by members located in Brisbane.
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Welcome!
HSBNE, the HackerSpace Brisbane, is a community workshop located in Sumner
We're a group of people brought together by a shared interest in tinkering, creating, and making things. HSBNE is entirely run by its members — we have no employees or staff. Everything that happens here is thanks to the shared effort of our community.
Our space currently includes:
The Shop
After more than 18 months in storage, we finally set up shop in Sumner around March 2024, where we share the premises with Accelerando Consulting. Since then, members have spent countless hours getting the space ready for projects and tinkering. Everything that happens at HSBNE exists thanks to the dedication and hard work of our members.
Woodworking
Our woodworking area is equipped with a variety of tools and machinery to help you bring your projects to life. From hand tools to power tools, we have everything you need to work with wood safely and effectively.
Woodworking
Our woodworking area is equipped with a variety of tools and machinery to help you bring your projects to life. From hand tools to power tools, we have everything you need to work with wood safely and effectively.
Woodworking
Our woodworking area is equipped with a variety of tools and machinery to help you bring your projects to life. From hand tools to power tools, we have everything you need to work with wood safely and effectively.
Woodworking
Our woodworking area is equipped with a variety of tools and machinery to help you bring your projects to life. From hand tools to power tools, we have everything you need to work with wood safely and effectively.
Metal Fabrication
We’re working on getting our metal fabrication area fully functional. We currently have a TIG setup and plan to add a MIG welder and other improvements before the end of the year.
Metal Fabrication
We’re working on getting our metal fabrication area fully functional. We currently have a TIG setup and plan to add a MIG welder and other improvements before the end of the year.
Mitre Station
The mitre station is part of our woodworking area and also includes other useful machines like a sharpening setup and a drill press.
CNC Router
Our Blue Elephant CNC router features an automatic tool changer and a vacuum bed, making it easy to cut sheet materials and natural wood with precision. Members also have access to VCarve Makerspace Edition for designing and preparing toolpaths.
Machining and Laser Cutting
We’re setting up a shared area in this room for machining and laser cutting. Our CO₂ laser will be upgraded before the end of the year, and we plan to add a milling machine soon.
3D Printing
Our 3D printing area is powered by a Bambu X1 Carbon and a dedicated slicing computer, making high-quality printing easy and approachable for beginners. Just load your model, slice, and start your print in minutes.
Electronics & 3D Printing
This shared workspace combines our 3D printing and electronics areas. Members can prototype, test, and refine their ideas using tools like our Bambu X1 Carbon printer, soldering stations, oscilloscopes, and dedicated computers for design and slicing.
Electronics Bench
Our electronics bench is set up for soldering, testing, and small repairs. It includes power supplies, microscopes, and oscilloscopes to help you work on a wide range of electronic projects.
Open Days
Visit during the day and explore what we do
Every Saturday from 10 am – 2 pm, our doors are open to the public. Come for a tour at 11 am, stay for a chat, and enjoy pizza around 12:30 pm. It’s the perfect time to see the space in action and meet our members.
Book a tourOpen Nights
Drop in after hours and see the space come alive
Every Tuesday evening, HSBNE opens its doors for the public to explore, chat, and create. Members start arriving from 5 pm, and a guided tour of the workshop begins at 6:30 pm. Whether you’re curious or already building something — come hang out!
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Say hello, ask a question, or just hang out online
Want to ask a few questions about the space? Or just chat with someone from the community? The best way to do that is by joining our Discord server. Discord is a free chat app where you can connect with like-minded people and get to know us better. Click the link below to join our server!