Community Groups & Sporting Clubs

Mount Garnet State School P&C have created this group to keep MGSS parents and P&C members up to date with school and P&C events, promotions and general communications.

Atherton Performing Arts (APA) is a Community Theatre group that operates regular endeavours such as Youth Theatre, Script Club and Singing Group, as well as feature plays and hosting travelling performances. APA is volunteer run and always looking for more theatrical and artistic folk!

The Atherton Tablelands’ only roller derby league. An inclusive, volunteer-run club welcoming skaters of all ages and experience levels.

Better your beef breeding by visiting the 8th annual Tableland Better Beef Open Day.

Leading Studs across a range of breeds will offer elite and herd bulls when they open their properties to commercial breeders on Sunday, August 23 2026.

Tablelands Folk Festival Assn is a Not-for-Profit Community Group consisting of passionate musicians and community members dedicated to collaborating with the Yungaburra businesses and community to organise and run an annual Folk Festival on the 4th weekend of October, in Yungaburra Village.

We are a friendly social Lawn Bowls Club

The Mt Garnet Rodeo was established in 1970 as a fundraiser for the Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children and was the culmination of the efforts and contribution of countless volunteers from the community. Since its foundation, the event has run every year since 1970, with the exception of the 2020 event which did not proceed due to the global pandemic. The Rodeo Association has the community at the centre of everything it does, which is evidenced by the bringing together of rural and remote communities for a fun-filled weekend of fellowship, as well as the long-term support to local organisations and charities. This includes the Mt Garnet State Primary School, funding local children to go away to camp every year; drought and flood relief; financial aid to local families; the Rural Fire Brigade and local SES cadets. This annual, one-day event held in tandem with the Mt Garnet Races provides the opportunity for rural and remote communities to gather and enjoy the fellowship, entertainment and fun. The event includes a one-day full points ABCRA affiliated rodeo which is a family day out, before the evening cabaret. Attendees come from across North Queensland and beyond, with camping tickets available for pre-sale and one day tickets available for purchase at the gate. The ticket price includes entry to the Mt Garnet Races, Mt Garnet Rodeo, the Cabaret (18+) and camping. There are food vendors on site and a small number of market stalls offer their products for sale on the day including western wear, leather goods and handbags.

Atherton BMX Club promotes active, family-friendly recreation on the Tablelands through regular training, race events and come and try days. The club encourages participation from 2 years and all abilities, celebrates local riders, and strengthens community connections by providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone to enjoy the sport of BMX.

Atherton Basketball Association Inc. is a volunteer-run sporting organisation based in Far North Queensland. We offer weekly basketball games and on-court training for both new and experienced players during Queensland school terms 1, 2, and 3. All activities take place at the Atherton State High School Community Hall on Maunds Street.
Our programs include:

Aussie Hoops (Under 10s)
Junior Boys and Girls: U12, U14, U16, U18
Senior Men’s and Women’s Basketball

We also proudly host the Wheelchair Social Competition—an inclusive and accessible program open to all. This exciting initiative welcomes able-bodied and adaptive players, as well as independent and self-sufficient referees. Held every Wednesday in Term 2, it’s a great opportunity to get involved in a fun and supportive environment.
New players and volunteers are always welcome. Register today and be part of our growing basketball community!

A community group stocking lake Tinaroo for the enjoyment of all fishers!