Calling All Western Sydney Kids
Calling All Western Sydney Kids
Powerhouse wants YOU. (Yes, YOU!).
If you're between 4 and 12 years old and live in Western Sydney, we want you to be part of a super cool new exhibition called The Dark opening at Powerhouse Parramatta in 2026!
What's this all about?
We want young storytellers to step bravely into extraordinary worlds. 100 kids will be selected to have their own objects and stories on display in the exhibition for three whole years!!!
Want to take part?
It's easy! Just follow these simple steps:
- Choose a special object you own and love.
- Get a photo of yourself with your awesome object.
- Tell us why it's so special to you.
- Draw a picture or write a short story inspired by your object.
100 kids from Western Sydney will be selected to be part of the exhibition and they will be the first 100 kids to visit the exhibition at Powerhouse Parramatta in 2026!
Enter now to be one of the 100 kids to join us for a big new exciting adventure!
Key Dates
- Entries opens 24 November 2025
- Entries close 5pm 6 February 2026
It's essential that you read all the instructions and conditions before filling out the entry form.
To be considered for selection, the entrant must comply with all entry instructions and conditions.
Enter Now
Enter now to be one of the 100 kids to join us for a big new exciting adventure!
Instructions and Conditions
What you'll need to submit:
- Choose a special object you own and love.
- Take a photo of yourself with your object.
- Tell us about your object and why it is special to you.
- Create a short story or drawing inspired by your object.
- To enter, simply submit your photo along with your story or drawing.
Eligibility
- Children aged 4–12 years who live in Western Sydney: Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Camden, Campbelltown, Canterbury-Bankstown, Cumberland, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Liverpool, Parramatta, Penrith, The Hills Shire and Wollondilly.
- If selected, your object will be safely held by Powerhouse and on display at Powerhouse Parramatta from the end of 2026 for three years.
- At the end of the exhibition, Powerhouse will arrange for you to collect your object from Powerhouse Parramatta.
Important things to know:
- If you're selected, we'll contact you via email by 20 February 2026.
- If you don't hear from us, it just means you weren't selected this time. But we loved seeing your entry!
- Please do not send your object yet. We'll let you know how to deliver it in person only (not by post).
- If you're selected, you will be interviewed on camera, and your interview might even feature in the exhibition.
- A special online form (web portal) will be available to enter your details and upload your files which can be found here.
- Your object should be small enough to carry easily.
- Maximum object dimensions: 75cm tall x 70cm wide x 35cm deep