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Hello and welcome to Jay’s Brick Blog! My name is Jay (duh) and this blog serves as a creative outlet where I can gush about everything I love about LEGO.

Jay’s Brick Blog is a LEGO blog with a distinctive Aussie flavour that primarily focuses on high quality editorial content and perspectives from an average guy with an above average love of LEGO.

This blog is all about celebrating the love of LEGO, sharing exciting news and being a hub for LEGO fans to connect with one another. Jay’s Brick Blog is a Registered LEGO Fan Media (new designation for recognised LEGO User Group).

I mostly enjoy writing independent and comprehensive LEGO set reviews, updates on LEGO news and sales and sharing my perspectives and thoughts on the latest LEGO news.

I have an extensive collection of LEGO Set Reviews that’s curated in the Review Hub.

Whether you’re a brand new LEGO fan, someone rediscovering your love for LEGO or a seasoned collector/builder, I hope to write LEGO content that everyone can enjoy.

If you’d like to keep up with the latest posts, I encourage you to subscribe to receive updates in your inbox or like the Jay’s Brick Blog Facebook page.

If you have any questions or would just like to geek out with a fellow LEGO enthusiast, you can email me at: jaysbrickblog [at] gmail.com.

In The News

BBC – Toy company Lego to produce Women of Nasa set – 1 March 2017

Women In The World / New York Times – LEGO to release ‘Women of NASA’ figurines based on 5 American legends of space program – 2 March 2017

The Globe and Mail – Ai Weiwei’s Lego tiff highlights issues facing companies courting China – 26 October 2015

iNews – The gender-breaking Lego models celebrating Nasa’s female heroes – 3 November 2017

News.com.au – Robin Williams’ Lego tribute is awesome – 14 August 2014

About Me

I’m in my late 20s, and live in the wonderful city of Melbourne, Australia.

I returned to LEGO in 2010 after a hiatus (Dark Ages) of over a decade and began writing this blog in late 2010 to document my return to this hobby.

I have an eclectic taste in LEGO, focusing on collecting themes such as Super Heroes to Friends to LEGO Minifigures. My favourite themes of all time include M-Tron, Blacktron 1, Ice Planet, Divers, Lord of the Rings and DC Super Heroes.

When I’m not writing about LEGO or building, I work in the Marketing Communications industry and enjoy cafe-hopping in Melbourne. I have a crippling addiction to coffee (long blacks only) that almost rivals my addiction to the plastic brick.

 I can also be followed on Google, Instagram and Twitter at @jayong28 for a peek into my muggle life.

Disclosure

If I’ve received an item for review I will always disclose it in my review.

This blog uses affiliate links to supplement the cost of hosting and buying LEGO sets! If you click on a link to a LEGO product and purchase it (or anything else) on the site, I receive a small commission!

It’s a tiny amount (less than the cost of a coffee) but it goes a long way in supplementing the costs of running this site!

Thank you for stopping by and I hope you enjoy my blog!

LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse Jay’s Brick Blog. All sets reviewed and featured are purchased on my own unless otherwise stated. 

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More photos of the upcoming #LEGO Amelia Earhart T More photos of the upcoming #LEGO Amelia Earhart Tribute are now available!

Coming March 2021 globally, but if you're in Australia, it's available from today onwards from @legocertifiedstores_anz!
Very impressed by the minifigure designs of Chief Very impressed by the minifigure designs of Chief Mammatus and Thunder Keeper from the new #LEGONinjago 71747 The Keeper's Village.

Love the Polynesian influences that have inspired #ninjagoseason14 - The Island!
Hey @lego, I think i understand what #vidiyo is al Hey @lego, I think i understand what #vidiyo is all about now.

Step aside @musicbyllama!
Really enjoyed building and reviewing the new #LEG Really enjoyed building and reviewing the new #LEGONinjago 71747 The Keeper's Village from Season 14 - The Island 

Hit the link in bio to read the full review

For #Ninjago fans, it doesn’t get much better than this. 71747 The Keeper’s Village is packed with value and is a great centerpiece to Season 14 – The Island.

I have a soft spot for location, or structure-based Ninjago builds, so The Keeper’s Village strikes that itch in the best of ways.

The jungle lair sets the scene and provides a rich backdrop that works really well as a small playset and display piece.

Combined with a very generous helping of 5 minifigures, there’s a ton of value and playability built into the set, especially the stone pillar which works remarkably well as a “big enemy” for the Ninjas to deal with – it very much gives off a “mini-boss in a video game vibe”.

The highlights for me would be Chief Mammatus and Thunder Keeper’s designs. As a big fan of the Islanders theme, I love that #LEGO could callback to those designs in a fresh new way, utilising the tech and innovation that’s now possible through minifigure design.

Whether you’re an adult fan looking for a set that’s a bit more kiddy, outlandish and fun, or you’re planning to buy this for a young child who wants an engaging playset, I can highly recommend 71747 The Keeper’s Village.

Rating and score: 4/5 ★★★★✰
Thanks @lego for sending over the new #LEGONinjago Thanks @lego for sending over the new #LEGONinjago Season 14 sets ahead of their March release!

My first review of 71747 The Keeper's Village is already live on the blog! Speed build is live on YouTube as well! 

@justhypeofficial Kai Plushie just chilling as he's now a regular fixture on all #ninjago videos!
Happy Valentine's Day to this 10/10 stunner. 🌹 Happy Valentine's Day to this 10/10 stunner. 🌹 

Sharing photos from Japan because we miss travelling (and food!) but being in lockdown with you for 5 days isn't too shabby of an alternative.
Happy "Niu" Year! 🐮 May your hongbaos be fat, Happy "Niu" Year! 🐮

May your hongbaos be fat, cookies be crunchy, and mandarins juicy 🍊💦
Swipe to check out @LEGO's Lunar New Year sets!

恭喜發財 

Just missing the Dragon Dance and Dragon Boat Race as they're in storage!
Mail day today! Very happy that my #legoideas Medi Mail day today! Very happy that my #legoideas Medieval Blacksmith is here, and @little.ong couldn't wait to get into the new Duplo Chinese New Year set!

Special thanks to #LEGOAustralia for sending the Duplo set over - expect more photos and a review in the coming days!
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