The Lego Group launches F1 adventure at Melbourne and Sydney airports
By Faye Bartle |

Lego ‘Experience the Thrill’ F1 animation at MEL.
The Lego Group has introduced a new collection of Lego F1 sets alongside travel retail exclusive activities at Melbourne (MEL) and Sydney (SYD) international airports in Australia.
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The launch targets Lego and F1 enthusiasts of all ages, with the activations coinciding with the start of the 2025 Formula One season in Melbourne.
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The move builds on the brand’s successful such animation at MEL in 2024. This year, however, Lego Travel Retail has stepped-up its offering with two concurrent animations in partnership with Heinemann Oceania at SYD and Lotte Oceania Duty Free at MEL.
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Both locations will feature a wide range of Lego F1 cars. Furthermore, at SYD there is a phygital experience that gives travellers of all ages the chance to take part in a fun and entertaining racing competition by pedaling to power their Lego F1 vehicles.
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In a first for the brand, all 10 F1 teams will be represented across The Lego Group’s product portfolio, including Lego Speed Champions (2024 editions), Lego City and Lego Duplo.
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Beyond the kids and family-friendly sets, there are Lego Technic and Lego Icons sets including the 42207 Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car, which is a 1:8 scale replica with realistic functions where fans can build the steering wheel, two-speed gearbox, adjustable spoiler for DRS activation and a V6 engine with spinning MGU-H.
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Williams fans can replicate the 10353 Williams Racing FW14B & Nigel Mansell set – the legendary race car the propelled Mansell to victory in the 1992 Formula 1 World Championship.

The Lego F1 animation at SYD. The animations bring the thrill of the Formula One world to life through the creative world of Lego play.
From 1 June, fans can purchase official F1 merchandise from AUD5.99 (inc. GST) – approx. US$3.82 – with the 71049 Lego F1 Collectible Race Cars mystery boxes.
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The complete set features an F1 car, an F1 Academy car and 10 cards from the Formula 1 teams so fans can build a complete garage.
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To celebrate the 2025 Formula One season, shoppers can enjoy various promotions in MEL T2 from 4 March to 1 April and at SYD T1 from 6 March to 7 May.
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These include the option to redeem a 30691 Mini Convertible Monster Truck with a minimum spend of AUD60 on any Lego set, and the gift of an exclusive Lego Passport holder and Lego F1 Pit Pass Kit with a minimum spend of AUD100 on any Lego set, plus more.
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Left: Among the promotions is the chance to receive an exclusive Lego Passport holder as a GWP with a minimum spend of AUD100. Right: The interactive racing competition experience at SYD.
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“Together, we’re creating products that ignite curiosity and foster a love of engineering and speed in builders of all ages.
“This collection uniquely combines the excitement of Formula 1 with the endless possibilities of Lego play, capturing all 10 teams on the F1 grid for the first time.
“Our goal is to bring families together to build, explore and share their passion for the sport, offering something truly special for everyone.”
Added Emily Prazer Chief Commercial officer of Formula 1: “Formula 1 and The Lego Group are proud to unveil the first product range of our partnership.
“This fantastic range caters to our entire fan base, with each set celebrating a crucial element and the intricate details of the world of Formula 1, from the pitstops and team garages to the car itself.
“We share our fans’ excitement to see this special partnership come to life and I cannot wait for fans to start building.”
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