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              MAGNT Darwin

Gaypalani Waṉambi: 2025 Telstra Art Award Winner, Burwu, blossom 2025 (detail), etched steel panels, aerosol paint, 198.5 x 299 x 3cm. Courtesy of the artist and Buku-Larrŋgay Mulka. Image MAGNT Georgina Campbell

DIFF at MAGNT
Sunday 13 September | 11am

Animated Shorts

New to DIFF in 2026, enjoy a selection of animated shorts from Australia and around the globe.

Animated Shorts
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DIFF at MAGNT
Sunday 13 September | 2pm

Indigenous Shorts

A selection of shorts from Indigenous filmmakers around Australia.

Indigenous Shorts
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DIFF at MAGNT
Sunday 13 September | 7pm

Guided by Horses

A heartwarming and cinematic documentary set in the Kimberley.

Guided by Horses
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DIFF at MAGNT
Thursday 17 September | 2pm

Bus Stop Films Shorts

A takeover by Bus Stop Films, the award-winning, disability-led Australian social enterprise that champions inclusive filmmaking!

Bus Stop Films Shorts
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DIFF at MAGNT | NT Premiere
Thursday 17 September | 7pm

Boss Cat

A heartfelt drama providing confidence is something to be earned, not denied.

Boss Cat
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DIFF at MAGNT
Friday 18 September | 7pm

Flesh and Fuel (Du fioul dans les artères)

What begins as a chance encounter between two long-haul truck drivers becomes a tender romance.

Flesh and Fuel (Du fioul dans les artères)
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DIFF at MAGNT
Saturday 19 September | 11am

Bird of Prey

Wildlife cinematographer, Neil Rettig, embarks on what could be the most challenging assignment of his career.

Bird of Prey
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DIFF at MAGNT
Saturday 19 September | 7pm

DIFF2DIFF ASEAN Edition

Curated by Lena Lenzen, Director of the Dili International Film Festival and celebrating the best short films from the ASEAN region.

DIFF2DIFF ASEAN Edition
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Sunday Funday
Sunday 20 September | 11am

Nautical Knots

Run by MAGNT Lead STEAM Educator, Caitlin Conway, this hands-on workshop is perfect for children with curious minds.

Nautical Knots
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DIFF at MAGNT
Sunday 20 September | 11am

Best of Annecy Kids

The Best of Annecy Kids assembles funny, touching and poetic short films that children will adore!

Best of Annecy Kids
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DIFF at MAGNT
Sunday 20 September | 2pm

Best of Annecy

A selection of the best-of-the-best animated short films from the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.

Best of Annecy
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Children's Workshop
Wednesday 23 September | 1.30pm

Welcome Back Shorebirds

Learn about shorebirds common to Darwin and create artwork inspired by them!

Welcome Back Shorebirds
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Children's Field Trip
Thursday 24 September | 8am

Exploring Ecosystems

A morning of exploring for budding citizen scientists.

Exploring Ecosystems
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MAGNT Foundation Fundraiser
Thursday 24 September | 6pm

Natural Science Trivia Night

Join us for an evening of furry facts and thorny questions!

Natural Science Trivia Night
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Overnight Odyssey
New Date Announced Soon

Postponed

Watch this space for the date of our next Overnight Odyssey!

Postponed
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MAGNT After Dark
Friday 25 September | 5pm

Insect Investigations

Explore the museum by torchlight and learn how to set up insect traps.

Insect Investigations
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Children's Tour
Tuesday 29 September | 10.30am

The Natural Science Wet Store

Explore MAGNT's collection of soft-bodied animals in the Wet Store.

The Natural Science Wet Store
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Children's Tour
Tuesday 29 September | 2.30pm

The Natural Science Wet Store

Explore MAGNT's collection of soft-bodied animals in the Wet Store.

The Natural Science Wet Store
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