TRC - Tablelands Regional Council

Atherton Midwives and Mothers Alliance Support Group
2025-10-07 09:00 - 11:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Atherton CWA Hall, 21 Mabel Street, Atherton, QLD, 4883, Australia
Atherton Midwives and Mothers Alliance meets on the first Tuesday of every month. We are a maternity advocacy group and this monthly circle is a space for pregnant women as well as women with their babies, to socialise, support each other and enjoy presentations by various guest speakers.
Follow us on Facebook to stay up to date on our circles.

Tableland Social Dancers
2025-10-08 18:00 - 21:30, 2025-10-15 18:00 - 21:30, 2025-10-22 18:00 - 21:30, 2025-10-29 18:00 - 21:30 | Merrilands Hall, 10 Louise Street, Atherton, Qld, 4883, Australia
Sequence dancing every Wednesday night at Merriland Hall, Atherton.
Starting 6.15pm for lessons. 7pm to 9.30pm for dancing.
Join the fun. Learn many styles of ballroom sequence dancing.
Cost $5 per person. Everyone is welcome.
Bring your own supper.
Enquires: Annette 0488 954 202
Check out our Facebook Page for our program for the evening.

NQ Avocado Industry & Horticulture 'Show Days'
2025-10-09 - 2025-10-10, 2025-10-09, 2025-10-10 | The Pack Centre, 37-39 Albrecht St, Tolga, Queensland, 4882, Australia
Join us in Tolga for the very first North Queensland Avocado Industry & Hort ‘Show Days’ on Thursday 9 and Friday 10 October 2025 — bringing together the largest regional network of avocado growers and the broader horticultural industry and their partners in Australia.
Designed as a vibrant two-day industry gathering, the event will offer a unique opportunity for businesses and growers to connect, share knowledge, and explore the latest in horticultural innovation. 81 exhibitors have now confirmed they will have a display over the 2-day event.
The event aims to encourage strong local participation, and will create an enjoyable environment for growers and their staff and families, packers, marketers and their advisors to explore the showcases of products and services directly from industry suppliers. From corporate farming operations to small family-run orchards, the North Queensland avocado industry represents around $175 million in annual production value — and the event will assist growers and their staff and advisors who are actively looking for solutions to support efficiencies and operational improvements.
Check out the preliminary Supporting Program and stay tuned for event updates on:
• Presentations from industry partners
• The North Queensland Export Regional Forum
• Live entertainment
• Delicious food and drink stalls
When

Day 1: 12:00 pm Start (Arrive ) to 9:00 pm, 09/10/2025
Day 2: 8:00 am Start (Arrive ) to 5:00 pm, 10/10/2025

Torimba Festival
2025-10-11 - 2025-10-25 | Grigg Street, Ravenshoe, Grigg Street, Ravenshoe, Ravenshoe, Qld, 4888, Australia

Atherton Parkrun
2025-10-11 07:00 - 08:00, 2025-10-18 07:00 - 08:00, 2025-10-25 07:00 - 08:00, 2025-11-01 07:00 - 08:00 | Atherton Tablelands Rail Trail- opposite Platypus Park, cnr Weaver Street & Atherton-herberton Road, Atherton, Qld, 4883, Australia
A free, fun and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate.
Held every Saturday between 7 -8am on the rail trail, starting and finishing at the corner of Weaver Street and Atherton-Herberton Road (opposite Platypus Park).
The course is two laps, one longer loop (3.3kms) and a shorter loop (1.7kms). Participants proceed to the bollard in Priors Creek park (1st turnaround), back to the start (2nd turnaround), to the marked bollard near IGA (3rd turnaround) and back to the start to finish.

Torimba Festival - Opening of Festival of the Forest
2025-10-11 13:30 - 14:30 | Festival Hall, Grigg Street, Ravenshoe, Qld, 4888, Australia

Malanda Bull Ride
2025-10-11 14:00 - 23:30 | Malanda Showgrounds, Thomas Street, Malanda, Queensland , 4885, Australia
Malanda Bull Ride an evening of excitement, sportsmanship and sheer entertainment.

Ravenshoe Hoedown
2025-10-17 18:00 - 23:00 | Marshall Park, 48-81 Wooroora Road, Ravenshoe, QLD, 4872, Australia
As part of the Torimba Festival, the annual Ravenshoe Hoedown is a family friendly evening of live music under the stars. The 2025 event has the band Careless coming to help us start a full weekend of Torimba events. Food and a bar on site cater for all ages and with entry at only $10 (children under 16 are a gold coin donation) this is a great way to end your work week and get into the spirit of the weekend!

Herberton Jacaranda Festival
2025-10-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Grace Street, Herberton, Grace Street, Herberton, Qld, 4887, Australia
The Jacaranda Festival is a family fun weekend showcasing the historic mining town of Herberton.
Family fun activities with local entertainment, community & school group performances , ‘Tin Town’ market & food stalls, vintage and car displays, Railway and Mining museums and steam train rides.
Grace Street will be closed to traffic during the day on Saturday 18 October and then the activities will continue at the Railway station on Sunday 19 October.

Torimba Festival - Street Parade
2025-10-18 14:00 - 21:00 | Grigg Street, Ravenshoe, Grigg Street, Ravenshoe, Ravenshoe, Qld, 4888, Australia

Peckett Steam Train 120th Birthday
2025-10-19 11:30 - 12:30 | Herberton Railway Station, John Street, Herberton, Queensland, 4887, Australia

Tablelands Folk Festival
2025-10-24 18:00 - 2025-10-26 17:00 | Yungaburra Village, Maude Kehoe Place, Yungaburra, QLD, 4884, Australia
Celebrate music, community and connection in the heart of the Tablelands at the Tablelands Folk Festival in Yungaburra.
Set amongst heritage buildings, lakes and rainforest, this Festival weekend of music, markets and magic features over 50 local and national acts across genres. From Folk to Rock, Blues to Swing, Jazz to Comedy – plus a Poets Breakfast, Kids Fest, Workshops, Songwriters Competition and Grand Parade. Put on your party vibe and get down and boogie in the Community Hall Friday and Saturday nights to the sounds of some of the most exciting dance bands in Oz and beyond.
Yungaburra Hotel comes alive all weekend with non-stop music from some of the finest musicians you’ll see in 2025. Whether it’s the quieter Pub Ballroom or the up-tempo excitement of the big bands out on the Garden Stage, there’s something for every musical taste.
Head up to the Silver Ash Café for morning tea or lunch on Saturday and Nick’s Restaurant for lunch or dinner all weekend with a side plate of great live music.
This year we celebrate 3 new Festival venues.
On the Wallaby Eco Lodge will host the Satdy Sesh from 3-5 pm Saturday, out on the lawn with 3 great Festival acts and food and drinks a-plenty.
Café Calabash, formerly Quincan Café, swings into action from Saturday morning boasting a full program all weekend. Great food and great atmosphere with a special Festival menu.
And from 7 pm Friday onwards, Mr Belson, formerly Whistlestop Café will boast music and platters and a great wine selection for a get together with friends and live music to soothe the soul.
Our Festival Fringe Stage celebrates local Community groups and incorporates a number of ‘chalk board’ sessions , giving you the opportunity to strut your stuff.
The TAFE stage features up and coming performers, and something special for our little ones as part of the legendary Kids Fest, transforming into the TAFE showcase on Friday and Saturday nights.
There will be many and varied workshops to learn and collaborate throughout the weekend.
The McGinty’s Irish Bar TFF Songwriter’s Competition is open to emerging and more experienced songwriters with substantial prizes including a recording package.
Throughout the entire township of Yungaburra, come together in the spirit of creativity and joyful community to swap yarns, songs and smiles.
Tickets on sale now www.tablandsfolkfestival.org.au/tickets

Yungaburra Markets
2025-10-25 07:30 - 12:30 | Bruce Jones Market Park, Gillies Highway, Yungaburra, QLD, 4884, Australia
Location:
Bruce Jones Park
Gillies Highway, Yungaburra

Information:
Time: 7.30am-12.30pm

The Yungaburra Market is the biggest and oldest market on the Atherton Tablelands. On one day each month local producers gather on the commons in the middle of the historic village of Yungaburra to sell fresh produce, flowers, home made crafts, local food, wooden furniture, clothing and just about anything else you can think of.

The date for the December market will change.

Don’t forget to visit the Facebook page.

For more information contact Market Coordinator Nicole 0419 652663 or email info@yungaburramarkets.com

Atherton Clay Target Club Annual Trap Carnival
2025-10-25 08:30 - 2025-10-26 17:00 | Atherton Clay Target Club, 153 Rifle Range Road, Atherton, Queensland, 4883, Australia
The Atherton Clay Target Club’s annual trap competition welcomes competitors from across Queensland and interstate.
Four events take place across two days, with the $2500 Handicap, sponsored by Alan and Jackie Poggioli, as the premier event.
High Guns to be presented on Sunday afternoon at the completion of the competition.

QCWA Atherton Branch Centenary High Tea and Vintage Fashion Parade
2025-10-25 13:00 - 16:30 | Atherton International Club, 60 Kennedy Highway, Atherton, Queensland, 4883, Australia
QCWA Atherton Branch was established on 24 October 1925.
To celebrate the Centenary of the Branch a function will be held at the Atherton International Club at 1.00pm Saturday 25 October 2025.
Function includes :- Vintage Fashion Parade by Di featuring original garments from the 1920’s to the 1980’s accompanied by a Super yummy High Tea by AIC Chef Brian, served on beautiful crockery to fit the occasion.

Torimba Festival - Gala Ball
2025-10-25 18:00 - 23:00 | Ravenshoe Town Hall, 54 Grigg Street, Ravenshoe, QLD, 4887, Australia

Atherton Community Assistance Day
2025-10-28 09:00 - 16:30 | Atherton Coordination Centre, 15 Vernon Street, Atherton
This free event is open to everyone in the community.
No need to book – just come along! Bring your questions, your bills and any paperwork you’d like help with.

Tablelands Fish Stocking Society Fishing Competition
2025-10-31 18:00 - 2025-11-01 23:59 | Cairns and District Power Boat and Ski Club, 15 Tinaburra Drive, Yungaburra, Queensland, 4884, Australia
Tablelands Fish Stocking Society Fishing Competition – Lake Tinaroo, based out of the Cairns and District Power Boat and Ski Club, Yungaburra.
The competition has 7 prize categories to win for Barra, Sooty Grunter and the Largest Catfish for juniors.
A $10,000 specially tagged Barra will also be up for grabs released prior to the competition as well as $1000 dollar specially tagged Sooty Grunter, cash donated by our great local sponsors.
Stick around for Saturday nights festivities and presentation, stacks of fun including red claw races, raffles, novelty events and live music.
Register online at our new webpage

Atherton Markets
2025-11-01 06:00 - 12:00 | Our Saviour Church, 1 Golf Links Road, Atherton, Qld, 4883, Australia
Location:
Our Saviour Luthern Church
1 Golflinks Drive, Atherton

Information:
Time: 6am-12pm
Previously held at Platypus Park the Atherton Market is now being held at Our Saviour Church on Golflinks Road the first Saturday of the month. Enjoy fresh local produce, crafts, plants, homemade goodies and more!

For more information contact Market Coordinator – Roger Strickland on 0427 753938 or email roger.strickland@bigpond.com

Mend Make Create
2025-11-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Yungaburra QCWA Hall, Yungburra, Qld, 4884, Australia
Transform old favourite clothes into personalised, signature fashion pieces.

Uncover the secrets of sewing with expert tips and tricks! Learn how to breathe new life into your old favourites. Your wardrobe deserves a second chance, and so do you!
By Donation. All welcome.

Tolga Scarecrow Festival
2025-11-01 16:00 - 20:00 | Atherton Showgrounds, Louise Street, Atherton, Queensland, 4883, Australia
This ‘Old Skool’ country style festival celebrates our region’s farming origins encouraging the community and families to come together for some good old fashioned fun! The festival is centred around the ‘Scarecrow Competition’ and ‘Colouring Competition’. There are markets, food stalls, Old Skool Fete FUN-Draising stalls live entertainment and free activities like our egg & spoon races, haybale rolling and horse shoe throwing.

Sunset Stories
2025-11-01 17:30 - 20:30 | Reflection Park, Herberton Cemetery, 52 Syme Road, Herberton, Qld, 4887, Australia
