Work of Art 2024 Showcase and Forum

The Work of Art Showcase and Forum will be a two-day conversation about the future of regional arts practice. Centred around the women of Regional Arts NSW’s Work of Art program, the event will celebrate their work and provide an opportunity for both the arts sector and the community to discuss, provoke and imagine new…

Introducing Creative Fusion Studio

My name is Ashlee and I am excited to be sharing with you my creative design business. For the last 10 years I have been a Visual Arts and Photography High School Teacher, I have recently resigned from my position as my passion was starting to fade and I no longer saw myself aligning with…

Applications for the 2025 Country Arts Support Program (CASP) open 23 September 2024

Community groups and Council Entities are welcome to apply for these long-standing grants. Still a mainstay of regional arts and communities, CASP provides funds to arts and cultural groups, not-for profit-organisations and local councils for short term, locally initiated projects. Schools can’t apply but school P&C’s can, as can museums. A good portion of the…

Free Screening of Embrace Kids 

This is an uplifting film by Taryn Brumfitt, which brings together a vibrant collection of stories from young people and famous friends alike. Suitable for ages 9 – teens. Drinks and snacks provided. Thursday 24 October, doors open at 5pm. Muswellbrook Library. Bridge St, Muswellbrook. Visit website 

Absolutely Kelly Street – Welcome Home!

Get ready, Scone! On Saturday, 12 October, the Upper Hunter Shire Council is throwing the street party of the year to celebrate all that makes our town special! Catch Australian Idol winner Damien Leith and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Ben Lee live on stage! Stay tuned – we’ve got even more exciting details to share soon! Keep…

Eckos by Rebecca Towers

Eckos is a visual exploration of the subtle seasonal changes both within our environment and our emotions. The exhibition is split into seasons but still offers a uniform body of work. Upon enter the museum you will move through each season with one season giving way to the next. Spring- is bright uplifting contemporary, abstract.…

2024 Patrick White Oration

Wisdom,Words, Women & Water – How the Love of Literature Links Us. Scone Literary Festival proudly announces acclaimed journalist and Walkley Award winning journalist, Julia Baird, as honoured guest for the 2024 Patrick White Oration. A total boon for the region, Julia is a highly educated individual who’s not afraid to speak her mind where…