While most are aware of the likes of Oz Comic-Con, EB Expo and PAX, they’re not the only conventions worth your time. SMASH! is a much quieter (but secretly much better) achiever, celebrating both manga and anime for many years. 2017 is bound to be no exception.

Taking place on August 18 – 19 at Rosehill Gardens, there’s no shortage of things to do. From art exhibits to maid cafes, and everything in between, Smash hopes to tick all the relevant cultural boxes.

There will even be an abundance of cosplay to see, panels to visit and Japanese voice actors and illustrators to meet in the flesh.

Tickets start from $35, so to grab yourself a piece of the action or find out more, visit the website.

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