Community Groups & Sporting Clubs

The Atherton Tablelands Agricultural Society Inc. (ATAS) is a distinguished not-for-profit organisation dedicated to celebrating and promoting the vibrant agricultural heritage of the Atherton Tablelands. Through dynamic and inclusive events, ATAS showcases local talent, fosters community spirit, and champions sustainable agricultural practices.

These events are made possible through the unwavering support of our dedicated volunteers, local businesses, industry partners, community organizations, and the people of the Atherton Tablelands. On occasion, our committee and volunteers also introduce events that are relevant to the community and align with our mission, vision, and values.

Commonly known as the Atherton Show Society, ATAS ensures that each of its events has a distinctive look and feel while remaining true to our core principles.

Get involved with the premier agricultural event on the Atherton Tablelands, North Queensland. Volunteers play a key role in developing and sustaining the Malanda Show, a non for profit organisation. Offer your skills and enthusiasm to support, assist and connect with your rural community by helping with the Malanda Show. Benefits include skill development, socialising and fun. Give a little, get a lot.

The home of Football on the Atherton Tablelands

Tableland LETS has existed for over 30 years and now includes other areas in FNQ in its network, which is why it is often called FNQ Community Exchange. CES (Community Exchange System) is an online platform that allows us to record trades, as well as being an online directory to advertise the things we are offering to other users and to see what other users want.

Tableland Region Art Society Inc (‘TRAS’) is a diverse community art organisation. We are based in Atherton, and our members come from all over the beautiful Atherton Tablelands and beyond, ranging from beginners to experienced artists. We welcome all those with an interest in art to join us!

What is Atherton parkrun?

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5km community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you!

When is it?

Every Saturday at 7am

Where is it?

The event takes place at Atherton Tablelands Rail Trail (opposite Platypus Park), Corner of Weaver St and Atherton-Herbeton Road, Atherton, Qld, 4883.
See the course page for more details.

What does it cost to join in?

Nothing – it’s free! but please register before you first come along. Only register with Parkrun once and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won’t get a time recorded.

How fast do I have to be?

We all take part for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!

Atherton Parkrun needs you!

It is entirely organised by volunteers – email atherton@parkrun.com to help.

We’re friendly!

Every week we grab a post-parkrun coffee in the Station Café – please come and join us!

Atherton Performing Arts is housed in the iconic heritage-listed APA Theatre.

It was in 1981 that APA made its home in the old disused Council workshed in Silo Road Atherton. With the assistance of TRC and community grants, the group has since transformed this igloo, which was first a WWII Ammunitions Depot, then Maize Board and Council Workshops, into the quirky, well-equipped theatre it is today.

As well as having musical and play productions for the public, Atherton Performing Arts runs regular theatre activities. The APA Theatre is also available for hire for performances, presentations and workshops.

APA is always open to new ideas for community involvement and performance. If you have a suggestion, talk to the committee about it.

Tableland Garden Group Inc is a group of like-minded individuals who come together monthly to visit local gardens for fellowship, inspiration and help with gardening issues.

The QCWA Ravenshoe Branch is a vibrant community where Queensland women come together to connect, collaborate and create positive impacts. We offer a welcoming space for women of all backgrounds to share experiences, support each other, and drive meaningful change with our local community.

Atherton Men’ Shed