Independently Owned, Locally Grown, Community Loved
Community Art Gallery, Proserpine
The Community Art Gallery showcases works and merchandise by local artists across a diverse range of subjects, styles, and mediums, including paintings, photography, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, sculpture, and handcrafted gifts.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 9.00am – 4.00pm
Saturday: 9.00am – 1.00pm (new extended hours)
Volunteers Wanted
The Community Art Gallery in Proserpine is seeking volunteers to welcome visitors and support daily operations. Shifts are flexible, running for 3.5 hours on weekdays or 9am–1pm on Saturdays. No experience is required – volunteers help greet guests, share information, and create a welcoming visitor experience.
Learn more: https://www.creativeconnectionswhitsunday.com/volunteer
Whitsundays Writers Festival: Early Bird tickets closing!
Early Bird tickets for the 2026 Whitsundays Writers Festival close 30 June. Full-day tickets are $49 and include all sessions, two drink vouchers, a gourmet lunch box, and refreshments. Concession tickets are $39, children under 12 are free, and session-only tickets are just $10 each: https://www.whitsundayswriters.com/2026-programme-speakers/
Markets This July
Airlie Beach Cruise Ship Markets (Coconut Grove) run 28 June, 9 July, 16 July & 28 July, 8am–1pm, shocasing local artisans, makers, artists and food vendors whenever a ship arrives. Browse handmade gifts, original artworks, and local treats while supporting small businesses.
Proserpine Community Market is on Sunday 19 July, 8:30am–12:30pm at Proserpine Showgrounds, featuring coffee, food, live music, and the Whitsundays’ only purely local craft market. Meet makers, shop handmade goods, and enjoy a relaxed community morning.
Get in touch!
This column welcome contributions from across the community. If you would like to submit a poem, creative writing piece, profile suggestion, event information, or share your creative story, please contact hello@whitsundayswriters.com
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