TRC - Tablelands Regional Council

Herberton Trash Treasure and Collectables Fair
2026-08-29 08:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | 40 Grace Street, Herberton 4887, 40 Grace Street, Herberton, QLD, 4887, Australia
Trash, Treasure and Collectables Fair – ‘one man’s Trash is another man’s Treasure’.
Book a table as a seller or come along and search for that special treasure

Free Youth Art Studio Workshops
2026-08-30 13:00 - 16:00 | Old Post Office Gallery, 86 Herberton Road, Atherton , Queensland, 4883, Australia
Take time to drop in and create, with space to spread out and get messy. Bring your own piece to work on, start fresh or just doodle and explore. Your facilitator, Hanna Wood (Curlew Arts) will be on hand to support as needed.
Attendees are warmly invited to submit their works to Tablelands Regional Council’s Youth Art Exhibition – Emerge, opening in October. The theme is ‘Between Worlds’ and the third Youth Art Studio session will include tips on how to prepare for an exhibition.
Materials are supplied for painting, drawing and mixed media, including canvases and paper, but please bring anything you may specifically need or enquire with artsofficer@trc.qld.gov.au if unsure.
Suitable for ages 15-25
1.00 – 4.00pm Sundays 9, 23 and 30 August (attendance at all 3 encouraged but not essential)
Old Post Office Gallery
Registration is essential
This initiative is funded by the Regional Arts Development Fund – a Queensland Government and Tablelands Regional Council partnership to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

Atherton Midwives and Mothers Alliance Support Group
2026-09-01 09:00 - 11:30 | 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.

Grant Writing Workshop for Arts and Culture Projects
2026-09-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Atherton Coordination Centre, 15 Vernon Street, Atherton
Join Charles Wiles (Regional Arts Advisor – Regional Arts Services Network) and Michelle O’Loughlin (Regional Arts Officer – Tablelands Regional Council) for an interactive session on making the most of grant opportunities.
Learn how to simplify the grants process, from the concept to the application and acquittal. Whether it’s navigating budgets, diversifying funding, or just knowing where to start, participants will take away tips on presenting a compelling grant application and planning a successful project. Attendees can also get feedback on their next application to the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) major grant round, open until the end of October, and hear more about different funding opportunities. If you have any materials relating to upcoming or past projects please bring them along as these will be useful for the activities.
Registration essential for catering purposes.
Atherton Coordination Centre, 15 Vernon Street, Atherton

Meet the artists | Magnifico Exhibition | The Grove - Tableland Community Link
2026-09-02 10:00 - 11:00 | The Foyer Gallery, 45 Mabel Street, Atherton, Queensland, 4883, Australia
Tableland Community Link (TCL) is a local organisation that supports people to connect, grow, and thrive within the community. The Grove is TCL’s creative and social activity hub. A welcoming space where participants can explore new skills, friendships, and self-expression through a range of activities and programs.
The theme of this year’s exhibition is Magnifico — a celebration of the things that bring joy, wonder, inspiration, and meaning to our participants. Through art, colour, creativity, and personal expression, participants have explored what they marvel at, the people, the places, and passions that make life feel special.
Magnifico invites the community to experience creativity through the eyes of our participants and celebrate the beauty of what makes each person unique.
On display Monday 24 August – Friday 13 November
Foyer Gallery, 45 Mabel St Atherton
Image: Sparkles & Angelo: A Magnifico Tail, by Deanne Davis

Artisan & Farmers Night Markets - Priors Creek Parklands
2026-09-04 17:00 - 20:30 | Priors Creek Parklands, 1 Mabi Way, Atherton, Qld, 4883, Australia

Atherton Parkrun
2026-09-05 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-09-12 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.

Mend Make Create
2026-09-05 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.

Millaa Art Exhibition
2026-09-05 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-06 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-07 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-08 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-09 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-10 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-11 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-12 09:00 - 15:00 and 5 more dates | RSL Hall, Oak Street,, Millaa Millaa, Queensland, 4886, Australia
The Millaa Millaa Progress Association in partnership with the Millaa Millaa Creatives invite artists and art lovers from across the Atherton Tablelands and Far North Queensland to be part of the 2026 Millaa Millaa Art Exhibition, a celebration of creativity, community and regional talent. The exhibition will showcase an outstanding collection of original artworks by emerging and established artists working in a wide range of styles and mediums.
The exhibition will be held at the Millaa Millaa RSL Hall, Oak Street, and will run from: 5 September 2026 to 13 September 2026, with opening times from 9am to 3 pm daily.
The official Opening Night is on Friday 11 September 2026 from 6pm to 8pm.
Sponsored by the Millaa Millaa Progress Association, The TRC, The Lions Club, Mungalli Creek Dairy, and Dozoco Builders, the exhibition aims to promote the visual arts throughout the region while providing artists with an opportunity to exhibit and sell their work to the public.

Millaa Millaa Art Exhibition
2026-09-05 09:00 - 2026-09-13 15:00 | Millaa Millaa RSL Hall, Cnr Wattle and Oak Streets, Millaa Millaa, Qld, 4886, Australia
Millaa Millaa Creatives with the Millaa Millaa Progress Association, invite artists and creators from across the region to participate in the Millaa Millaa Art Exhibition.
The exhibition celebrates artistic excellence, creativity and community while providing artists with an opportunity to exhibit and sell their work.We welcome entries from emerging, amateur and established artists working in a wide variety of media.

80th Annual Herberton Flower and Craft Show
2026-09-05 12:00 - 2026-09-06 12:00 | Herberton Community Hall, 40 Grace Street, Herberton, QLD, 4887, Australia
Once a year the Herberton community celebrates the diverse range of flora, craft and photography that is produced in the area. This year will be the 80th Annual Flower and Craft Show held in the town.

Bucks Harbour - film screening
2026-09-05 14:30 - 17:00 | Malanda Majestic Theatre, 1-3 Eacham Place, Malanda, Qld, 4885, Australia
A special one-off screening of Bucks Harbour exploring the inner lives of fishermen, revealing humanity, humility, humour and connection between generations.
50% of ticket sales will be donated to Yungaburra Mens Shed.
Saturday, Sept 5th
2:30 PM
Majestic Theatre Malanda
Tickets $12 Concession – $14 General
“A wistful and humane portrait of hardy souls young and old” – Variety
In a remote American ﬁshing village, life unfolds with the seasons and the sea. Bucks Harbor explores the inner lives of fishermen, young and old, and the complexity of growing up in a community where a man’s worth is often defined by the strength of his back.
CDoc (Castlemaine Documentary Film Festival – June 26-28) is going on holiday to tropical Far North Queensland, and we are taking Pete Muller’s film, Bucks Harbor with us for a special one-off screening at the Majestic Theatre in Malanda on Saturday, September 5th. The screening is generously supported by Arts Queensland and Tablelands Regional Council and presented in collaboration with Yungaburra Men’s Shed – 50% of ticket sales donated to Yungaburra Mens Shed.

Don Winsor Father's Day Concert
2026-09-05 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-09-06 14:30 - 16:30 | Atherton Performing Arts Theatre, 6A Silo Road, Atherton, Qld, 4883, Australia
Atherton Performing Arts are excited to host international singing star Don Winsor for two performances only at the Silo Road Theatre, Atherton, in a special APA fundraising concert.
This night of songs includes many musical theatre selections which Don has performed on Broadway and in major Australian productions.
The show also featuring performances by local singing stars Helen Snelling, Linda Mott and Louise Anderson-Clemence, with accompanists Sean Bennett and Danielle Cahill.
Earlybird booking until 29th August 11.59pm
Tickets Available at Tableland Books, Atherton
Or online at www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1625934
Or at the Theatre Door (Cash only venue)

Spring Art & Craft Fair
2026-09-06 08:00 - 12:30 | Merriland Hall, Atherton Show Grounds, 10 Louise Street, Atherton, QLD, 4883, Australia
🌼 Spring Art & Craft Fair – Saturday 6 September 2026 🌼
Celebrate the arrival of spring at the Atherton Tableland Agricultural Society’s Spring Art & Craft Fair, held on Saturday 6 September 2026. This free community event will showcase an inspiring mix of handmade art, crafts, plants, and unique gifts.
Local artisans will present jewellery, homewares, delicious treats, and garden creations — perfect for brightening homes or finding thoughtful presents. With Father’s Day just around the corner, the fair offers plenty of creative gift ideas to surprise and delight.
With creativity in full bloom, the fair promises to be a delightful addition to the Tablelands’ spring calendar.

Cairns Youth Orchestra Concert Tour
2026-09-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Atherton Performing Arts Theatre, 6A Silo Road, Atherton, Qld, 4883, Australia
The Cairns Youth Orchestra Tablelands Concert Tour is coming this September, featuring one private concert at Carinya Home for the Aged and two performances open to the public.
Right here on the beautiful Atherton Tablelands you can enjoy an afternoon of live orchestral music.
YUNGABURRA
Saturday 12 September
4:00pm–5:00pm
Yungaburra Hotel Ballroom
ATHERTON
Sunday 13 September
3:30pm–5:00pm
Atherton Performing Arts Silo Theatre
Tickets:
Adults $15
Concession & Children 5–17: $10
Children under 5: FREE
Tickets are available on TryBooking or at the door (venues are Cash Only)
We’d love to see our Cairns and Tablelands communities come together to support young musicians and enjoy a beautiful afternoon of music!

Priors Creek Parklands Movie Night - The Lego Movie
2026-09-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Priors Creek Parklands, 1 Mabi Way, Atherton, Qld, 4883, Australia
Priors Creek Parklands Movie Night – The Lego Movie
Please Note: Screening of movie is subject to weather conditions.
Keep up to date on the Priors Creek Live Facebook page.
