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[Closing Soon] Stories through time: Living cultures, enduring connections at UQ Anthropology Museum
Generations of Indigenous Australian and Pacific peoples have worked to preserve and celebrate cultural continuity through making, sharing and documenting the everyday objects and practices of Country and Custom.
Over the past seventy-five years thousands of objects have made their way into the Anthropology Museum’s custodianship. The Museum has been a place for critical discourse and this exhibition celebrates the collaborative relationships forged between Indigenous and non-Indigenous producers and scholars.
Since the 1950s makers, storytellers and knowledge holders have connected with their material culture in the collection, to re-imagine cultural continuity for future generations. This exhibition presents key collections which contain and convey some of these deeply significant social, spiritual and economic ties.
Reflecting on these collaborations, the Anthropology Museum acknowledge the many artists and community researchers who continue to share valuable insights into the dynamism of living cultures with deep connections to Country and Custom.
Featuring works by:
Aspasia Gadai (Yewo)
Eeng Ampeybegan
Esther Ngala Kennedy (1948-2005)
Ivy-Rose Sirimi
Irene Mbitjana Entata (1946-2014)
Kamaki Isaga
Kauindu
Kelly Kanti
Larry Gavenor
Maude Jowrth
Mede
Mikompa Peemuggina
Nanganarralil (c.1938-94)
Napolean Oui
Narritjin Maymuru (c.1916-81)
Peter Mondjingu (2) (c.1931-95)
Richard Birrinbirrin
Wadubu Bawadi
Yirrkala artists:
Marriwana (Djirrmurmur) Marika
Multhara Mununngurritj
Marrnyula Mununngurr
Gunariny Wanambi
Mulmulpa Gurruwiwi
Kamana clay pot artists:
James Yamran
Clement Saun
Ruben David
Carolyna Alois
Rubina Tup
Egnas Wapi
Goffred KanjiPhotographs by:
Arthur Power Lyons (1879-1965)
Professor Bob MacLennan (1931-2013)
Tony Crawford
Ngali Dullan - We Remain
This new permanent exhibition aims to create an immersive atmosphere on entry to the Museum and give visitors a sense and understanding of Quandamooka people and country since time immemorial. Ngali Dullan enables visitors to view Minjerribah / Tjerrangerri through a non-colonial lens.
It is a statement that we, the Quandamooka people, are here and always have been. We remain, our culture, our stories and our strength remains.
Ngali Dullan is a collaborative community project with Quandamooka artists facilitated by Megan Cope. Contemporary and historical objects include woven baskets / gulayi, one by Granny Nuningha (Rose Martin) and one by Sonja Carmichael and a fishing spear / jibal by Matthew Burns. Commissioned works by local artists: Nicky Karklis-Jones, Nathaniel Chapman, Martin Karklis, Belinda Close, Elisa Jane Carmichael and Xoe Mazzoni, depict historical stories as well as important cultural and environmental information. These stories are overlaid on top of maps of country made by Megan.
The immersive maps illustrate Quandamooka-dja and Yarabin-dja (Moreton Bay Land and Sea Country). It draws from Megan’s ongoing series titled After the Flood where she uses toponymy, geomorphology and the latent consequences of rising sea levels.
“These works seek to challenge the construct of time, place and fabric of our society that was formulated with the arrival of European settlers and convicts. Military maps echoing the myth of Terra Nullius once depicting land devoid from Aboriginal occupation are now reimagined and illustrating significant names and places to Quandamooka people.” Megan Cope
un/tethered: connections through storytellers from Papua New Guinea (Copy)
About
Un/tethered brings together the stories of six creative women from the Papua New Guinea diaspora community in Queensland as they explore belonging and connection. Through objects carefully selected from their homes and the Queensland Museum collection, they examine cultural anchors, adaptations and the quiet ache of distance. Discover how the evolving nature of identity is woven through all we’re tethered to and all we’ve lost.
Thank you to the six participants and their families:
Kiri Chan
Stephanie Donigi
Paia Ingram
Ranu James
Kirsten McGavin
Natalie Richards
About Independence Day
Papua New Guinea’s Independence Day is celebrated both at home and in communities across Australia: a time to come together and celebrate the community’s strength and resilience. The 50th anniversary in 2025 marks a profound milestone of reclaimed sovereignty for the country and its people. Colonial rule in Papua New Guinea ended on 16 September 1975 with the appointment of the country’s first Prime Minister, Michael Somare, whose vision for nation building laid the foundation for the country’s future.
Accessibility
This exhibition features: background soundtrack, very low light and projection/video. For accessibility assistance and resources for this exhibition, including a sensory map and large print guide, please visit the museum’s accessibility page or contact the museum on (07) 3153 3000.
Acknowledgements
Queensland Museum acknowledges the First Peoples – the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters and sky where we live and work. We honour their unbroken connection to Country, culture, and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future. We recognise our shared history and commit to embedding First Nations voices in Queensland’s continuing story.
We extend our respects to Elders of the Papua New Guinea community who have made significant contributions to our community’s cultural fabric and worked hard to increase awareness and visibility of the diaspora community’s identities, histories, heritage and experiences.
Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders are advised that this display contains images and accounts of people who have passed away. We also advise that any racist and derogatory language contained in the display is ‘of its time’ and does not reflect the contemporary views of Queensland Museum. We have preserved this to help our audiences understand both past and ongoing experiences of Australian First Nations people and as part of our commitment to truth and reconciliation.
Exhibition portrait photography by Joe Ruckli.
Blak Creatives Exchange
City of Moreton Bay Art Galleries have partnered with Munimba-ja’s Blak Creatives Program for an exhibition of fresh perspectives of the City of Moreton Bay Art Collection.
Working alongside the galleries team, the Blak Creatives cohort learn the foundations of exhibition production from concept to installation.
Based on Kabi Kabi Country, Blak Creatives is an Indigenous-led professional development program that provides culturally safe support for First Nations artists and creatives.
Exhibition developed by City of Moreton Bay in collaboration with Blak Creatives and Munimba-ja.
Blak Creatives is supported through the Creative Industries Investment Program and is jointly funded by ArtsCoast through Sunshine Coast Council’s Art and Heritage Levy and the Regional Arts Development Fund in partnership with Queensland Government.
Image credit: Yuriyal Eric Bridgeman, Bosman (Maninga), Kumul (Paradise), Kila (Sharks), Poroman (Dolphins), 2019. Enamel, ply, timber, and rope. City of Moreton Bay Art Collection. Photo by Louis Lim.
Redcliffe Art Gallery is open from Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
‘We are all different’ Exhibition Redlands Coast Museum
About
Some visual artists choose oils, acrylics, watercolour or pastels on paper, canvas or timber panels – each has distinct properties that lend themselves to different effects. Sculptors prefer clay, stone, metal, wood – these mediums dictate the tools and often the form of the artwork.
Richness and diversity of artist’s styles makes the art world incredibly rich and diverse. Imagine if everyone drew in the exact same style – it would be far less compelling!
This exhibition is a salute to the differences in artist’s work.
Presented by May Sheppard, Robin Wilson, Anna Bray, Leo Herreygers, Chris Huber, Peter Steller, Delisa Appleton and Sharyn Talbot.
Make a Scene: Fashioning Queer Identity and Club Culture in the 90s
In the 1990s, a vibrant and creative underground nightclub and dance party scene emerged in Brisbane for LGBTQIA+ people and their allies – safe places to wear fabulous fashions that celebrated the community’s diversity and reflected a fearless self-expression of identity.
Coinciding with the 35th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality, this original exhibition by Queensland Museum brings together fashion, pop culture and LGBTQIA+ lived experience. Featuring extraordinary pieces from the museum’s costume and fashion collections, Make a Scene will reveal untold stories of Queensland’s LGBTQIA+ communities and illuminate key moments from this period of Brisbane’s history.
Exploring a diverse range of dress codes expressing LGBTQIA+ identity of the early 1990s, the exhibition will also highlight the works of two distinctly different, but interconnected Brisbane-based labels that represent a new queer youth culture crystallising in Queensland at the time – Mark Wilson’s Hairy Dog, and Kenn Bushby and Chrissy Feld’s Glamourpussy.
Journey back to the 90s dancefloor through fashion, objects and lived experiences generously shared by community, artists, designers and cultural institutions from Brisbane and beyond. The scene is set.
William Robinson Reflections
William Robinson: Reflections explores the transformative moment when William Robinson discovered the artistic possibilities of multiple perspectives. After a typical late-afternoon Queensland storm, Robinson experienced a revelation that would forever change his approach to landscape painting. Standing before a rainwater puddle, he witnessed the night sky and moon perfectly mirrored on its surface. In this singular moment—looking down yet seeing up—Robinson realised landscape could be portrayed through simultaneous, inverted viewpoints rather than fixed linear perspective.
Reflections examines this pivotal artistic breakthrough and traces water as a recurring motif throughout Robinson's practice. From glistening creek beds to misty rainforests, the exhibition showcases how this initial moment of clarity evolved into Robinson’s distinctive vision of the Australian landscape—highlighting the vital presence of water throughout his work.
Dates
From 16 September 2025
Admission
Free
When
Tuesday – Friday 10AM – 4PM
Sunday 10AM – 2PM
Closed Mondays, Saturdays and public holidays
'Le Chapeau' Textiles Exhibition
Visit the Redlands Coast Museum for "Le Chapeau", a textiles exhibition running from September 2025.
This display features an array of beautiful hats, as well as millinery tools and equipment. The hats range from a fragile 1880s black silk bonnet to a smart black straw bucket hat from the 2000s. There are also a number of stunning items donated by Brisbane milliner Dell Johnstone and her mother, Mrs Edna Hicks (also a qualified tailoress).
If you not only have a passion for fashion, but an interest in its history, make sure you don't miss out on this fascinating exhibition!
General admission fees apply.
Event Website URL: https://redlandscoastmuseum.org.au/exhibitions/le-chapeau-textiles-exhibition/
'Little Gems' Exhibition Opening
The Redlands Coast Museum presents an exhibition of precious things by four multi-faceted artists: Rhyl Henzell, Louise Saunders, Emma Dusting, and Jen Henzell.
Inspired by nature in all its forms, these four talented artists will showcase their unique skills and stunning art using a wide variety of techniques and mediums.
A Fine Art collaboration of precious Little Gems, some not so little, made from paint and paper, cyanotype and eco-dying, stitching and inks on fabric. Also with Little Gems made from mosaics, metals of silver and gold, inlaid with precious stones.
A real feast of exquisite Little Gems, to admire, adore, ponder and purchase – an exhibition not to be missed.
The Sunshine Route
Queensland’s North Coast Line was one of the greatest Australian engineering achievements of the twentieth century. The Sunshine Route – 100 years of Queensland’s North Coast Line exhibition will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the line’s completion on 8 December 1924.
Seemingly a straightforward proposal, the 1,678 kilometres of railway running from the south to the north still took 35 years to complete. This engineering feat, which snakes through mountains, forests, and across countless creeks and rivers, was built by generations of construction workers, surveyors and engineers who camped in harsh and unforgiving environments during its construction. Shortly after opening in 1924, the North Coast Line became known as the ‘Sunshine Route’ and for one hundred years the railway has transported tourists to beautiful tropical North Queensland.
Exhibition highlights:
See beautiful dinner plates, porcelain teacups, and unique pieces of cutlery that were used on some of the trains that operated on the Sunshine Route.
Step back in time to as early as the 1940s and see a variety of original railway tickets used to travel on the Sunshine Express and the Sunlander.
Marvel at original uniforms worn by conductors and staff who worked on trains like the Sunlander and the Tilt Train.
See original film footage illustrating the passenger experience while travelling on the Queenslander luxury train during the 1990s.
Free with Museum Entry
Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends
Walk alongside one of the planet’s most powerful and fascinating animals, on a journey stretching back over 130 million years. This interactive all-ages exhibition will bring you face-to-face with the mighty crocodile.
From ancient ‘supercrocs’ that once roamed with dinosaurs to the unique crocodile species living across the world today, Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends explores the science, culture and enduring connections between people and these remarkable creatures.
Crocodiles survived the dinosaurs, evolved and made their mark on culture, fascinating humans from early First Nations’ stories to Hollywood blockbusters of today. Where does the legend and the myth meet reality?
Experts from Queensland Museum, the Australian National Maritime Museum and the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory have created this world premier exhibition.
Soiree
Experience a fusion of art, dance, and live music as Queensland Ballet Academy presents Soirée – a dazzling performance season presented in collaboration with Philip Bacon Galleries and Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, featuring artwork by one of Australia’s most significant contemporary artists, Cressida Campbell.
Renowned for her highly detailed woodblocks and unique woodblock prints depicting scenes of domestic interiors, Australian landscapes and still life, Campbell recognises the beauty of the everyday, capturing the transitory moments of life, instilling her work with a timeless quality and enduring appeal.
Soirée will showcase the artistic and technical skills of our Pre-Professional Program dancers with new choreographic works by Natalie Weir, Paul Boyd, and selected young choreographers, each inspired by Campbell’s art and performed to live music.
This standout season also includes our Academy Défilé, showcasing seven levels of our students onstage in a beautiful presentation.
Queensland Ballet Academy gratefully acknowledges Philip Bacon AO for his generous support of this unique artistic collaboration.
Our thanks also to Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, for enriching this stunning performance season with live music
Thursday, November 06, 2025 7.30pm
Friday, November 07, 2025 7.30pm
Saturday, November 08, 2025 1.30pm, 7.30pm
Abbey Archery Day
Practice archery at the Abbey Museum!
Enjoy a brief discussion on the history of archery followed by several rounds of shooting. By the end of the session, we hope to have a collection of hawk-eyed archers scoring consistent hits.
A variety of fibreglass bows will be provided, suitable for younger and older archers.
After finishing the session, feel free to enjoy our air-conditioned Museum and Art Gallery. You can explore a wide variety of fascinating artefacts from the Palaeolithic era to Victorian times.
Our Abbey Cafe will be open for an enjoyable morning tea or lunch from 9.00am – 1.00pm.
This event is suitable for those 7 yrs+.
All weather event.
Organisation Website: https://abbeymuseum.com.au/
Organiser email: hello@abbeymuseum.com.au
Organiser Phone: (07) 5495 1652
Stamp and print making with Jason Murphy
Join artist and traditional custodian of Jinibara Country, Jason Murphy, and create unique mono stamps.
Learn about the techniques that Jason uses in his art practice firsthand and apply them to layer texture and meaning to your own prints.
Cost $25.00 - bookings required. For adults.
About the artist
Jason Murphy is a Dungidau man from the Jinibara, South-East Queensland. Born in West End and raised in and around Brisbane, Jason has a BA of Creative Arts with Honours and a Master of Visual Arts with Honours from Griffith University.
He often experiments with prints and stamps to create an imperfect repeat pattern. During research and production, he often discovers new areas of interest which lead to the next body of work.
Jason is a traditional custodian of Jinibara Country and draws inspiration from his culture as well as his lived experiences.
Image credit: yalam mowar brown (snake totem). Image courtesy of Jason Murphy.
Caboolture Regional Art Gallery is open from Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Friends Annual Lunch & Presentation: “Brasses & Brass Rubbings” by Robin Czechura
The Abbey Museum Friends invite you to their Annual Lunch and Presentation on Saturday, 8 November 2025 at the Abbey Hall.
The talk is intended to give some insight into monumental brasses and brass rubbings, illustrated in part with images from the collection, both already catalogued and subsequent donated items. The collection started with John Ward’s interest in the topic, resulting in his book, the one remaining rubbing, and the brass on display in the Museum.
These rubbings provide clues as to the person’s identity, how the families drew attention to their status and affirming their position in society. Brasses and rubbings also provide rich visual imagery for those interested in all aspects of social history.
Brass rubbing was, and still is, a comparatively easy hobby, much like rubbing a coin or anything else with a textured surface. In more recent times what used to take place in churches, abbeys and cathedrals has now moved into dedicated brass rubbing centres.
The lunch commences at 1.00pm – join us for a delicious two-course meal (main meal of meat and salad plus dessert). Wine and juice are also included.
The presentation will commence at 2.00pm.
All are welcome.
Organisation Name: Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology
Organisation Website: https://abbeymuseum.com.au/
Organiser email: hello@abbeymuseum.com.au
Organiser Phone: (07) 5495 1652
'Little Gems' - Artists' Floor Talk & Demonstration
Be inspired by nature through the eyes of four talented artists, each showcasing their unique works in the Dunn Wing Gallery at the Redlands Coast Museum
Join us for a special floor talk and live demonstration, as these artisans share their creative journeys, artistic techniques, and how they've built their professional careers.
Come along on your own or with a group—and finish the morning with a delicious Devonshire Tea.
Dates: Wednesday 29 October & Wednesday 12 November. Bookings required.
Organisation Name: Redlands Coast Museum
Organisation Website: https://redlandscoastmuseum.org.au/
Organiser email:admin@redlandscoastmuseum.org.au
Exhibition opening: Kirrenderri - Heart of the Channel Country
Join us for the launch of Kirrenderri: Heart of the Channel Country.
This captivating exhibition showcases the rich cultural and natural heritage of the Channel Country.
Guest speakers include Mandana Mapar, Curator at University of Queensland Anthropology Museum, and co-curators and Mithaka Aboriginal Corporation representatives Shawnee Gorringe and Tracey Hough.
Enjoy a Q&A session and explore rarely seen artefacts, photographs and interviews highlighting remarkable records from remote south-west Queensland.
This national story explores the extensive trading routes stretching across Northern Queensland, South Australia, the Northern Territory, and News South Wales.
The awe-inspiring Channel Country is known for its monumental stone arrangements, quarries and intricate network of river channels.
During flood periods, these channels transform vast plains to swelling local rivers and recharging aquifers across the Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre Basin region.
The exhibition highlights sites of cultural significance. It celebrates more than 140 years of resilience and relationships between Aboriginal and pastoralist families in this extraordinary landscape.
Free - bookings essential. All ages.
Image credit: Max Gorringe at Tibooburra Rodeo in the 1980s. Courtesy George Gorringe.
Redcliffe Museum is open Wednesday to Friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00PM.
Organiser email: redcliffe.museum@moretonbay.qld.gov.au
Organiser Phone: 0734806700
Event submitted by:: Redcliffe Museum
Ngali wanthi “we search together…” Symposium, Redcliffe Museum
Held in conjunction with the touring exhibition Kirrenderri Heart of the Channel Country, join the University of Queensland School of Social Sciences researchers and Mithaka Aboriginal Corporation researchers for a day long symposium reflecting upon recent research at the Redcliffe Museum, Redcliffe.
Presenting key findings produced as part of extensive cultural mapping research work instigated by the Mithaka Aboriginal Corporation, with contributions by a collaborative research team from The University of Queensland, The Australian National University and ongoing research into the rich resource of Alice Duncan-Kemp Archives by historians and scientists.
In 2022 the first Kirrenderri Research Symposium brought together Mithaka researchers, descendants of pastoralists, scientists and historians. This second instalment highlights key research findings and recent Channel Country fieldwork.
This symposium is generously supported by The Pew Charitable Trusts
PROGRAM
10:00 Redcliffe Museum opens to the public
10:15 Kirrenderri curators Mandana Mapar, Shawnee Gorringe and Tracey Hough welcome guests and speakers
10:30 Program Begins
10:30-11:30 Panel 1 - Conservation and Cultural Heritage
MC Riley Rocco, Senior Campaigner Qld, Protecting Australia’s Nature, The Pew Charitable Trusts introduces panel speakers
George Gorringe, Mithaka Elder
11:30-12:15 Channel Country History
Professor Thomas Griffiths in conversation with Geoff Ginn
12:30-1:30 Lunch break, light lunch provided for all guests and speakers
(please email through dietary requirements ahead of time directly to m.mapar@uq.edu.au)
Panel 2 1:30 - 2:30 Mithaka Rangers and Researchers
MC Joshua Gorringe in conversation with Mithaka Rangers and researchers discussing recent findings and work carried out on Country with Professor Michael Westaway and Dr Jennifer Silcock
Please note: sessions are all open to the public and there is no cost, we encourage rsvps for catering purposes
Artist Led Master Class | En plein air with Joe Furlonger in the Berrinba Wetlands
Join us for a unique day of inspiration and creative exploration at the stunning Berrinba Wetlands—a hidden gem just minutes from Logan Art Gallery, featuring lily-filled lakes, winding bushland trails, open grassy spaces, and striking public art.
Led by acclaimed artist Joe Furlonger, this informal masterclass is designed to energise your practice, whether you’re seeking hands-on tips, creative exercises, or simply the chance to connect with fellow artists in a relaxed, nature-filled setting.
Whether you’re sketching by the water, experimenting with new ideas, or soaking up Joe’s insights, this is a rare opportunity to learn, share, and recharge in a truly beautiful environment. We’ll have undercover areas set up for refreshments, lunch, and conversation—we’ll bring the materials, you bring your curiosity and creative spirit.
Places are limited—don’t miss out!
As we will be enjoying the beautiful Berrinba Wetlands, BYO sun protection is a must.
Christmas Craft Market
At the Embroiderers' Guild Queensland Christmas Craft Market you will find a variety of gifts handcrafted by local artisans, an opportunity to add to your stash from our Recycled Treasures and a chance to win a wonderful raffle prize. Entry is free.
Event Website URL: https://www.embroiderersguildqld.org.au
Date Start: 23 November 2025
Time Start: 9:00 AM
Show 'n' Tell: Highlighting History - A Floor Talk with Local Authors
: Join in for a fascinating floor talk at the Redlands Coast Museum!
This Show 'n' Tell Focus: Highlighting History - A Floor Talk with Local Authors
Discover insights from some of Redlands Coast's local self-published authors, as they bring the region's history to life. Learn surprising facts, untold stories, and fresh perspectives on the past.
Come along on your own or with a group—and finish the morning with a delicious Devonshire Tea.
After Dark Tour - "The Village"
Guided 2-hour historical tour of the Caboolture Historical Village,
with experienced tour host, Mystic Jewelz.
Under the light of the full moon the general tour of The Village incorporates the following:
• Exclusive access to six beautiful original historical buildings of the Moreton Bay Region.
• Detailed history of each building and historical figures associated with them.
• Restricted group numbers to ensure an enjoyable and unique experience.
• Opportunities for guests to have paranormal experiences and learn about intuitive investigating.
Ticket Price $45 Per Person
Age 16+
Time 7pm - 9pm
*A minimum number of guests are required for the event to proceed. If the event is cancelled, due to weather, insufficient numbers or host is unexpectedly unavailable, you will be notified and given the option to transfer tickets to future dates.
Christmas tunes with the Redcliffe Scottish Pipe Band
Redcliffe Museum invites one and all to enjoy Christmas carols and Aussie favourites like never before with a spectacular performance from Redcliffe Scottish Pine Band.
Between the resonant notes of bagpipes and the powerful bang of drums, there’s something for all ages. Music lovers will enjoy this fun, free family event on the museum grounds.
Stick around until 10:30 AM to celebrate 100 years of Anzac Avenue.
About Redcliffe Scottish Pipe Band
The Redcliffe Scottish Pipe Band was founded in August, 1953, and quickly grew with many ex-servicemen joining its ranks.
Every year the band leads Redcliffe’s Anzac Day celebrations, proudly representing the community and achieving both local and national recognition.
To this day the band remains a steadfast symbol of Scottish heritage in the region.
Anzac Avenue centennial celebration at Redcliffe Museum
Celebrate the centennial of Anzac Avenue at Redcliffe Museum.
In 1921, Thomas Rothwell proposed an "avenue of honour" to commemorate the soldiers of WWI.
The road was built by returned servicemen as a re-employment project, starting in December 1922, and funded through public fundraising and government contributions.
Two cocos palms were donated by Elizabeth Petrie and planted on 2 March 1925 by the Governor, Sir Matthew Nathan.
More than 2000 trees were planted by 1933. It is still the longest memorial avenue in the State. It is also a major arterial road spanning approximately 18 kilometres from Petrie to Redcliffe.
From its initial conception remembering the WW1 soldiers, it is now a living memorial honouring all veterans. The avenue was added to the Queensland Heritage Register in 2009.
Free - bookings required. All ages.
Guest speaker
Helen V. Smith is a historian, researcher, and author with a strong interest in Australian, English, medical and social history.
Researching since 1986, she has spoken in person and online nationally and internationally. She is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, the Genealogical Speakers Guild and Australian Historical Association.
Redcliffe Museum is open Wednesday to Friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Organiser email: redcliffe.museum@moretonbay.qld.gov.au
Organiser Phone: 0734806700
Event submitted by:: Redcliffe Museum
A Very Victorian Christmas: A High Tea Experience
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.
Tickets are PER TABLE - e.g. Table for 2 / Table for 3 / Table for 4 / Table for 6
We are thrilled to enhance your Christmas spirit with a Victorian-themed High Tea at the Abbey Museum.
As guests at ‘A Very Victorian Christmas’, enjoy a High Tea experience including delectable sandwiches, savoury bites and delicious scones. Indulge in the heavenly aromas and flavours of sweet Victorian tarts, shortbreads, cakes and other delicacies. All served on your very own 3-tier platter in the air-conditioned Abbey Hall. The ambient sound of friendly conversation among fine bone china and silverware will yield to the harmony of carollers singing nostalgic Christmas favourites.
Arrive at 9.30am to take a leisurely stroll inside the Abbey Museum to be inspired by all its wonderful treasures and then pause for a photo beside our glowing 4 metre tall Victorian Christmas tree.
Your ticket will also include a guided tour of the beautiful medieval and Victorian stained glass in the Abbey Church and light your candle of Christmas spirit.
You are welcome to dress up in Victorian era costumes, or come as you are to what will be a most joyful Christmas experience!
Program - Morning Session:
9:30am - Abbey Museum opens
10:30am - Morning High Tea served in the Abbey Hall
11:15am - Carollers perform in the Abbey Hall
11:45am - Tour of the Abbey Church's stained glass windows
TOPOLOGY & GABA Musik
A Sacred place, A cultural meeting place. Ceremony and Musical conversations that challenge the boundaries. A journey that flows unbroken.
A powerful cross-cultural collaboration with ancient traditions of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander storytelling. Cultural songlines and music converge in a moment of transformation and journey through the pacific to the old chants of Samoa.
Led by genre-defying ensemble Topology and dynamic Indigenous performing arts company Gaba Musik, this resonant performance brings together some of the most compelling voices in contemporary music: Jungaji, Deline Briscoe, Gaja Kerry, Kristal West, Yirrmal, Airileke and Taitu'uga Kitchener Weschega with his new project Seki Wayz.
The Third Space is more than a performance: it is an invitation. We invite you to immerse yourself into an unbroken evening of captivating storytelling that transcends boundaries, carried through language, ceremony, identity and connection.
There are no intervals, No applause breaks, no interruptions of the shared experience in the sacred space, evolving, moving, and alive.
Follow our journey into The Third Space, A Sacred Space.
Founding Families Connect - Old Moreton Bay Region
Calling all descendants of the Founding Families of the Old Moreton Bay Region 1860 -1910 who were the first landowners in the region.
Abbey After Dark: Historical Horrors with Felicity Miller
Discover all the world's evils, from torturous medical procedures and 'operations', to treatments for hysteria; as we open Pandora's Box and unveil how women have suffered all the world’s evils at the hands of her womb.
The presentation will display medical instruments and equipment based on historical records.
*This is an adults only (18+) event.
Entry includes:
- Presentation by Felicity Miller
- Charcuterie board served with a selection of drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic available)
- Museum entry after closing (valued at $15)
- Themed gift (valued from $10)
Trigger warning: Mature audiences ONLY. Some audiences may find content confronting.
Madness & Mayhem Halloween 2025
Discover what madness occurs during Halloween at the Caboolture Historical Village. The spectacular spooky fun starts at 5pm to 9pm on Friday 31st October.
This year’s theme is “Madness and Mayhem” encompassing all your favourite crazy characters and perhaps some not so crazy clowning about! Visitors of all ages are invited to dress up and join in the festivities, which include interactive displays, static displays, some trick or treating, scares, and more.
Our first hour is set aside for new and little monsters who are a little frightened of the whole Halloween experience. During this hour, while it is still light out, none of the displays move, light up, make noise, or scare so they get to enjoy it without all the scary bits.
Once 6pm closes in though it all comes alive so beware!
You are also invited to cast your vote for your favourite display on the night, all while supporting local community groups competing with decorated buildings, and scares for great prizes for their organisation. Community connection is so important, and once you have been bitten by the Halloween bug it doesn’t let you go, as we have seen with many returning groups this year from our competition last year. Rotary, Headspace and Reclink just to name a few. As well as some great new candidates with QPS Caboolture and the PCYC Woodford joining in the fun.
Special event entry fees apply, which is $10 for adults, $5 for children aged 6-16, with children 5 and under free. Tickets on sale from the 1st October with Trybooking.com or at the gate on the 31st October 2025.
The Caboolture Historical Village is located at 280 Beerburrum Rd, Caboolture. Parking is a gold coin donation to one of our community groups, Caboolture and District Woodcrafters, helping on the night.
For more information follow the Caboolture Historical Village on Facebook.
Heritage talks: Queensland tastes
Our latest Heritage talks event serves up a slice of Queensland’s culinary history, as we consider the multicultural influence on our palate.
Beyond Queensland’s insatiable love of pineapple and proud claim to the iconic lamington, our culinary heritage tells a deeper story: one of migration and multicultural diversity.
Join speakers Dr Toni Risson, Dr Aaron Teo, and Dr Eun-ji Amy Kim in conversation with Jenny Woodward, as they explore how our distinctly Queensland taste connects us to the past, shapes who we are today, and invites us to savour the stories, memories, and cultures that feed us all.
In addition, enjoy a drop-in collection experience in the Marica Sourris and James C. Sourris AM White Gloves Room during the following times:
9.45–10.15 am
11.45 am – 12.15 pm
More Icons of Brisbane
Following on from the Brisbane History Group Icons of Brisbane event that was held in 2023, at our October seminar we are investigating another six people who have made significant contributions to the life and landscape of Brisbane, some of whom may be better known than others. Our subjects are:
Irish-born Thomas Charles Beirne (1860 - 1949) was a giant of Brisbane’s mercantile history. TCB, as he was known to many, was an influential figure during the first half of the twentieth century. A shrewd businessman, friend of politicians and confidante to Archbishops, he was also a generous benefactor and a long-term Legislative Councillor.
While he was born and educated in Melbourne, Sir Zelman Cowen played a significant role in the life of Brisbane as Vice Chancellor of The University of Queensland from 1970 to 1977, during the challenging years of the Vietnam War and the controversial Springbok Rugby tour student protests. In 1977, he left Brisbane to take up another challenging role, having been appointed by Malcom Turnbull as Governor-General of Australia following Sir John Kerr’s resignation that year. Acknowledged as an expert in constitutional law, he was a distinguished Australian with a significant international reputation.
Upon arrival in Australia in 1947, Sister Angela Mary Doyle taught for a short while before being sent to the Mater Misericordia Hospital in South Brisbane. In 1966 she took up the position of Administrator of that hospital and since that time, Sister Angela Mary has adopted a leadership role in healthcare and advocacy for various social and welfare issues, including women’s health, patient support and the treatment of communicable diseases. She recently celebrated her 100th birthday.
Robin Gibson has made a significant contribution to the public face of Brisbane with many landmark buildings that are immediately recognisable locally, nationally and internationally: The Queensland Cultural complex, including the Art Gallery, the Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Museum and State Library. Perhaps less well-known are Mayne Hall and the Central Library at The University of Queensland and Queen Street Mall, among many others.
After graduating from the Brisbane Central Technical College with a diploma in art craftsmanship, Daphne Mayo was awarded Queensland’s first publicly funded travelling art scholarship and studied in England before returning to Australia. In the 1920s and 30s, she undertook several public commissions, many of which she carved in situ. With her friend Vida Lahey, she founded the Queensland Art Fund in 1929 and they oversaw the establishment of the state’s first art reference library in 1936. She was appointed a Member of the British Empire (MBE) in 1959 and became Queensland Art Gallery’s first woman trustee in 1960.
Cecilia McNally, nicknamed The Duchess of Spring Hill, may be forgotten by many since her death in 1996 but she was widely known and respected for her enthusiasm for, and expertise in antiques, and her tireless support of charities and those in need. The annual Spring Hill Fair, which she organised for twenty-two years was perhaps Queensland’s most successful charity event, with the Mater Children’s Hospital being a major beneficiary of her generosity.
Our presenters are Jacqui Donegan, Lisa Jones, Robert Allen, Deborah van der Plaat, Richard Blundell and Paul Sayer
Registration for the seminar and the bookshop opens at 12.30pm and the event will commence at 1.00pm. There will be a mid-session break for a cuppa.
The entrance to the GT125 Theatre is to the right of the chapel when viewed from Gregory Terrace
Organisation Name: Brisbane History Group
Organisation Website: https://www.brisbanehistorygroup.org.au/
Organiser email: bhg4000@brisbanehistorygroup.org.au
Backstage Pass at Masonic Memorial Hall
Brisbane Living Heritage launches new Backstage Pass series at the Masonic Memorial Centre
Brisbane Living Heritage (BLH) is proud to launch its new Backstage Pass event series with an guided visit to the Masonic Memorial Centre on Ann Street. (Now open to Guests)
On Sunday 26 October, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, BLH Members and Guests are invited to step inside one of Brisbane’s most striking heritage landmarks and discover spaces rarely open to the public. Guests will be guided through the Temple, including the Grand Ballroom, Library, and other significant rooms, while learning about the history, traditions, and architecture of the building.
The morning will begin with a welcoming cup of tea and the chance to connect with fellow BLH Members and Guests, before setting out on the guided walk.
“Backstage Pass is about giving our Members and Guests access to the hidden stories and places that make up Brisbane’s rich cultural heritage. We are delighted to begin this series at such an iconic venue.”
The Backstage Pass series is designed to showcase the unique stories of Brisbane’s heritage sites, offering intimate and memorable experiences across the city.
From sketch to reality: The mechanics of Da Vinci's designs
Join Maria Teresa Rizzo from the Artisans of Florence to learn why Leonardo da Vinci is considered a genius.
One of the world’s most famous artists, scientists, inventors, and engineers, he is an inspiration to all. Find out how you can be more like him at these talks at Bribie Island and Redcliffe museums.
Learn the secrets of Leonardo’s creative process and discover how innovation comes from:
curiosity;
observation;
the courage to challenge conventional wisdom;
experimentation;
critical thinking; and
imagination.
By working across various fields, Leonardo envisioned machines that were far beyond the technological limitations of his time.
After the talk and Q&A, visit the Da Vinci Machines: Inventions brought to life exhibition to experience Leonardo’s most iconic inventions firsthand.
For information about the people behind the travelling exhibition, visit Artisans of Florence.
Free. Bookings required for Bribie Island Seaside Museum and Redcliffe Museum. All ages.
Organiser email: redcliffe.museum@moretonbay.qld.gov.au
Organiser Phone: 0734806700
Opening weekend of Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition
Dive into Queensland Museum Kurilpa on the opening Saturday of the Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition for a full day of free and ticketed activities. Make the most of the First Nations artist-led programs and events to celebrate the exhibition's opening.
9:30am - 5pm
Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition open
10am – 10:45am
Croc Yarns!: Bernard Lee Singleton Jr. and Dr Bernie Singleton
Ticketed
11:15am – 11:45am
Free crocodile dance performance by Dhamuw Koedal
Melbourne Street Green, QPAC (across the road from Queensland Museum)
12pm – 1pm
Film screening: Zugub, the mask, the spirits and the stars
Free, no bookings required
1:30pm – 2:15pm
Croc! Yarns: Alick Tipoti in conversation
Ticketed
2:30pm – 3:15pm
Crocodile dance workshop with Alick Tipoti
Free, ticketed
3pm – 4pm
Film screening: Zugub, the mask, the spirits and the stars (repeat screening)
Free, no bookings required
Sam Campbell – Window Sucker
Odd comedian Sam Campbell is en route to shed new light on all of the funniest topics before your very (beautiful) eyes. This guy is the full package but not the full dollar. Beneath every seat, we will place a loaded syringe, just in case he gets too carried away. Try to inject him near his spinal column if you dare or indeed can catch him.
Green Faces Finalist and Mo Award Nominee.
In Conversation with Dame Quentin Bryce
Celebrate the Queensland launch of 'Quentin Bryce: The Authorised Biography', a sweeping account of a life devoted to leadership, reform, and community.
Dame Quentin Bryce joins the Honourable Anna Bligh, with insights from author Juliet Rieden and a live performance by Katie Noonan.
For admirers of Australian politics, history, and literature, hear the stories behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations.
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse and Riverbend Books
Game Changers in conversation with Richards & Spence
Join us for an inspiring evening with Ingrid Richards and Adrian Spence, the visionary architects behind some of Queensland's most celebrated spaces, including Brisbane's iconic Calile Hotel.
Known for their signature approach — what they describe as "gentle brutalism" — Richards & Spence masterfully balance reductive materiality with structural monumentality. They aim to create spaces that are as inviting as they are striking.
Hear how this Queensland-based practice has helped transform Brisbane into a destination city.
Organisation Name: State Library of Queensland
Organisation Website: https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/
Organiser email: belinda.brown@slq.qld.gov.au
In Conversation with Jane Harper
Celebrate the release of Jane Harper’s latest crime novel, 'Last One Out' – a gripping tale of a grieving family and a country town haunted by its past.
With more than 3.5 million books sold worldwide and screen adaptations including 'The Dry' and Netflix’s 'The Survivors', Harper is one of Australia’s most successful contemporary authors.
Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering her work for the first time, this is a rare chance to experience her masterful storytelling up close.
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse
AUSLAN Performance: Tuesday 21 October, 7:30PM
More information: https://brisbanepowerhouse.org/events/in-conversation-with-jane-harper/
National Trust Queensland Trust Talks: Step into History with Karl & Gertrude Langer at Wolston Farmhouse
Join us for a Trust Talks on Sunday 19 October at Wolston Farmhouse, a unique afternoon blending rich historical insight with theatrical storytelling.
Explore the lives of Dr Karl Langer, a modernist architect whose work helped shape Queensland’s post-war identity, and his wife, Dr Gertrude Langer, a passionate art historian who introduced Brisbane to the world of Modern Art.
Experience a live, time-travelling performance by Natalie Cowling as Gertrude Langer—witty, confident, and ahead of her time.
Event Schedule:
12:00 pm–12:30 pm – Trust Talk with Meg McKavanagh, Property Manager, Wolston Farmhouse
12:30 pm–1:00 pm – At Home with Gertrude Langer (live performance)
1:00 pm–2:00 pm – Cake and coffee on the Tea Terrace
Come celebrate the vision, style, and bold ideas that helped shape Brisbane.
Organisation Website: https://nationaltrustqld.org.au/
Organiser email: emillar@nationaltrustqld.org
Organiser Phone: 0413 490 536
"Family Day" - Seniors Month
Our senior’s month "Family Day", will offer a memorable experience for families, featuring guided tours of the village, working demonstrations and traditional old-fashioned games. The day is designed to bring grandparents and grandchildren together, providing an opportunity for older generations to share how they lived, worked, and played in the past.
As a special ticketed feature of the day visitors can enjoy a package deal – includes buffet roast luncheon and live music, along with all the activities of the day plus a train ride in our little Village locomotive. Tickets are limited for this Family Day package which can be booked online through Trybooking.com.
The Family Day aims to strengthen community connections and foster inter-generational learning and engagement. A fun and educational day out for the whole family!
Normal Entry Fees – Adults $18, Concession $15, Child 6-16yrs $10, 5yrs & Under Free
Family Day Package – Includes entry to the Village, train ride, activities, and roast luncheon with live music – Adults $35, Child 16yrs & under $25
Tickets available at Trybooking.com
Organisation Website: www.historicalvillage.com.au
Organiser email: events@historicalvillage.com.au
Organiser Phone: 0432903363
Bell Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet
Bell Shakespeare returns to Brisbane Powerhouse with Romeo & Juliet, marking the company’s first performance at the venue in 14 years.
The critically acclaimed production, originally staged in 2023 and directed by Artistic Director Peter Evans, gives audiences a closer look at Shakespeare’s most famous play, delving into the intensity and the heartbreak of this evocative tragedy.
“A joy from start to tear-stained finish.” ★★★★ Time Out Melbourne
AUSLAN Performance: Saturday 18 October, 2:00PM
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse
Duration - 2 hours and 45 minutes (includes interval)
PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES
Fri 17 Oct 2025
7:30PM
Sat 18 Oct 2025
2:00PM
Sat 18 Oct 2025
7:30PM
Selden Society 2025 lecture three—The origins of contemporary judicial power in Papua New Guinea
Selden Society 2025 lecture three
The origins of contemporary judicial power in Papua New Guinea
Presented by the Hon Justice John Logan RFD
Thursday 16 October
5.15 for 5.30pm
Banco Court, Level 3, QEII Courts of Law
On the night of 19 June 1904, Christopher Stansfeld Robinson—the first Australian chief judicial officer in what became the Territory of Papua—died by suicide outside Government House in Port Moresby.
Behind this tragedy lay earlier tragedies, each rooted in the clash of civilisations that marked the colonial experience for what has become the Independent State of Papua New Guinea, for the Commonwealth of Australia and for a shared colonial predecessor, the United Kingdom.
Marking the 50th anniversary of Papua New Guinea’s independence, the Honourable Justice John Logan RFD will examine the causes of Robinson’s death and trace recurring themes in the development of judicial power in Papua New Guinea. His Honour suggests these themes offer valuable insights into Australia’s closest neighbour.
Tai Chi & Devonshire Tea - Senior's Month
Tai Chi, a series of slow, gentle movements and postures, combined with deep breathing and a meditative state of mind is often referred to as "meditation in motion", and is known for its relaxing and calming effects. A great exercise for good mental and physical health for young and old!
Join us this senior’s month for a Sunday of motion and morning tea on October 12th. Start your day with a class in Tai Chi, with instructors from Inner Circle Academy, set in the beautiful grounds of the village, then retire to the village hotel verandah for a Devonshire Tea with fresh scones, jam and cream.
Tickets $25 per person - includes entry to the village, Tai Chi class with qualified instructors and a Devonshire morning tea.
Tickets on sale at Trybooking.com
Organisation Name: Caboolture Historical Village
Organisation Website: www.historicalvillage.com.au
Organiser email: events@historicalvillage.com.au
Organiser Phone: 0432903363
Spring Season Showcase - Australian Celtic Women
Celebrate National Seniors Month with the Australian Celtic Women!
The Redlands Coast Museum hosts an unforgettable musical journey celebrating Celtic heritage. Presented in collaboration with the Australian Celtic Women, this all-female ensemble blends heavenly harmonies, dazzling costumes, whirlwind fiddle playing, and breathtaking choreography into one powerful performance.
Australian Celtic Women bring together an all-female musical ensemble to transport you back to rolling hills, misty moors, and heavenly voices, with tantalizing harmonies, dazzling costumes and whirlwind fiddle playing. Stunning angelic voices, costumes and choreography combined with the richness of Celtic instruments provides an unforgettable performance full of warmth, memories and exhilaration with the audience crying out for more. With years of experience in opera, musical theatre, folk, pop and Celtic music; each individual brings together all the best elements of music in one show.
Created to showcase Australia's unique Celtic roots and celebrate women in music, this heartwarming, high-energy concert is guaranteed to leave you wanting more.
Make your afternoon extra special—pre-book a delicious individual savoury grazing box or indulgent sweet treat box, or better still... One of each!
Organisation Name: Redlands Coast Museum
Organisation Website: https://redlandscoastmuseum.org.au/
Organiser email: admin@redlandscoastmuseum.org.au
Organiser Phone: 3286 3494
Greater Brisbane Centenary
For those seeking a deeper academic dive into the amalgamation, The Royal Historical Society of Queensland (RHSQ) is hosting a landmark "GREATER BRISBANE CENTENARY" History Conference.
• When: Saturday, 11th October 2025, from 9am to 4:30pm (Registration from 8:30am).
• Where: Ithaca Room, Brisbane City Hall.
• Purpose: This conference will gather leading historians, researchers, and writers specialising in Brisbane's rich past. They will present papers exploring the social, political, economic, and cultural impact of the pivotal 1925 amalgamation, which saw the new Brisbane City Council replace 20 local authorities. Attendees will gain deep insights into the achievements of this amalgamation, the attitudes of local people, and the key issues of the time.
• Key Presentations: The comprehensive programme features compelling presentations, including:
◦ "The Coming of the Greater Brisbane Council (GBC)" by Dr Denver Beanland, AM.
◦ "Charles Chuter: Architect of Greater Brisbane" by Dr Ruth Kerr OAM (Charles Chuter redrafted the bill establishing the Greater City Council).
◦ "The William Jolly Story - from Family Records" by Mr Rob Price and Mr Matthew Cook.
◦ "A Superfluity of Town Hall: The Halls of Greater Brisbane’s Councils" by Dr Carmel Black.
◦ "Vale, City of South Brisbane" by Dr Bill Metcalf.
◦ "Planning the New City: A Plan Too Far" by Prof. Darryl Low Choy.
◦ "Tides of Change - The Transformation of Sandgate to Greater Brisbane" by Ms Pam Verney.
• Publications: In total, twelve papers will be delivered at the conference, with an additional ten delivered by title only. All 22 thoroughly researched and written papers will be published in a significant commemorative book, designed to be the most important memorial of this centenary event.
• Registration: Registration is essential and can be made via The Royal Historical Society of Queensland’s event portal: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-greater-brisbane-centenary-conference-tickets-1514390204869.
• Organiser: The conference is organised by The Royal Historical Society of Queensland (RHSQ), dedicated to preserving and promoting Queensland's rich history.
This conference offers an unparalleled opportunity for academics, researchers, and history enthusiasts to engage with the narratives that shaped our vibrant metropolis. For more information about RHSQ, visit: https://www.queenslandhistory.org/.
Tenzin Choegyal – Whispering Sky
Musical, poetic, and spiritual maestro Tenzin Choegyal presents his latest work, a celebration of life’s joys and the inevitability of its end.
He is joined by the dynamic, thundering rhythms of Kaya Tominaga and her Taiko Ensemble, alongside the lush orchestrations and attentive artistry of Topology’s Robert Davidson and the Sketch Ensemble.
Let yourself be carried away by a rich, boundary-crossing tapestry of sound.
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse and BEMAC. BEMAC is a subsidiary of Settlement Services International and supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
Organisation Name: Brisbane Powerhouse
Organisation Website: https://brisbanepowerhouse.org/
Hornibrook Bridge turns 90
Celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Hornibrook Highway, also known as the Hornibrook Bridge, at the Redcliffe Museum.
The bridge was constructed by Sir Emanuel (Manuel) Richard Hornibrook OBE to connect Brighton in Brisbane with Clontarf in what was then the Moreton Bay Region.
When officially opened on 4 October 1935, at 2.8 kilometres, the Hornibrook Bridge was the longest bridge in Australia. The bridge was important for the growth of the Redcliffe Peninsula at the time, but is now mostly demolished.
Free - bookings essential for catering purposes. All ages.
Guest speaker
Granddaughter of Manuel Hornibrook, Julie Hornibrook, is the guest speaker for the celebratory event. She will reminisce about the family's connection to the road and how building the bridge posed huge challenges. She will honour the courage of those involved and the inclusion of art deco designs of the pylons. Julie will also highlight how the builders and community were closely connected.
Redcliffe Museum is open Wednesday to Friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Monochrome Photography Exhibition
Members of the Caboolture Photography Club are running an exhibition of Monochrome Prints hosted by the Caboolture Historical Village.
This selection of images illustrates the diverse interests each member aspires to capture in front of the lens.
Monochrome photography is an excellent way to strip back any distractions within your image and allows you to focus on your subject matter. It allows you to concentrate on light, shadow and contrast. You can enhance mood and emotion, highlight texture and detail and it encourages you to find stronger composition. The timeless nature that monochrome imbues, ensures a good photographic image remains a memorable experience for a long time afterwards.
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Imagery has been captured on mobile phones, digital SLR & Mirrorless and analogue cameras. The prints are to highlight "The best camera is the one you have in your hand".
This exhibition runs between October 4th-28th in the Caboolture Historical Village visitor centre seven days a week from 9am – 4pm daily.
Sketching the Mona Lisa
Join local award-winning artist Jamie Congdon to recreate Da Vinci’s masterpiece - the Mona Lisa.
Jamie won the 2023 Moreton Bay Art Prize and will guide you in adopting Da Vinci’s artistic style to copy this renowned artwork. Assisted by local artist Deb Eddy, enjoy snacks and beverages along the way. Materials provided.
Explore the exhibition Da Vinci Machines: Inventions brought to life prior to the event and be inspired by Da Vinci’s classic work including The Annunciation and The Last Supper.
Cost $10 - bookings required. For adults.
Redcliffe Museum is open Wednesday to Friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Brisbane 100: One City together
This free, all-ages event will be held at Brisbane City Hall on Wednesday, 1 October 2025, from 10am to 4pm. It commemorates the monumental 1925 amalgamation when the Brisbane City Council replaced 20 local authorities, including the cities of Brisbane and South Brisbane, and various towns and shires. It's designed to be a fun and informative day out for families, history enthusiasts, and anyone curious about Brisbane's past and present.
This day presents an invaluable educational opportunity, directly aligning with historical studies and offering rich engagement with primary and secondary source material.
Key educational highlights include:
• Explore Historic Displays: The Sherwood Room will feature display boards, video footage, photographs, historical maps, posters, and ephemera tracing Brisbane's evolution from scattered townships to the unified city. Volunteers from local history groups will be present to answer questions and share insights into early history, including details about past local authorities.
• "Step Back to 1925": Knowledgeable experts from public transport history groups, RACQ, utility companies, Queensland Police, the Town Crier, and the House Detective will present fascinating information on everyday life in Brisbane a century ago, covering transport, housing, amenities, and shopping.
• Engage with Community History & Storytelling: Learn about Brisbane's vibrant multiculturalism through representatives from various ethnic communities, many in national dress, sharing their lived experiences of arriving and living in Brisbane over the last 100 years. Interactive activities like "Borrow A Brissy: Stories Across Cultures" will offer unique opportunities to learn about diverse cultures.
• "Journey From the Past to the Future": Discover the thousands of years of stories of First Nations peoples through digital presentations and original art. Oral History Queensland will invite visitors to share their treasured experiences growing up in Brisbane, contributing to a collective oral history.
• Guided Tours: Brisbane Greeters will offer one-hour walking tours of the CBD, departing from King George Square, with special "I Spy" tours designed for family groups with children aged 5-13, encouraging discovery of historical clues in the urban landscape. The Museum of Brisbane will also offer scheduled tours of interesting parts of City Hall, including the clock tower (bookings essential).
For more details, please visit: https://www.greaterbrisbanecentenary.com.au/.
Carry On Fort Lytton
Fort Lytton National Park will be running 3 days of Carry On Fort Lytton for the Spring school holidays. The program tells a Brisbane story in an exciting way that engages children and adults alike. We’ve always appreciated the support of the BLH over the years and as members trust you will be able to promote this program to the Brisbane community.
Carry On Fort Lytton
Dates: 30 September, 1 & 2 October 2025
Venue: Fort Lytton National Park, 160 South Street, Lytton 4178
Times:10:00 to 12:30
Cost: $20 per child, with no charge for supervising adults
Bookings: essential, phone 3393 4647
Sunday Stories - Townsville Troubles, 1919 Sunday Stories - Collection Stories - RIOT!
As always, life has a way of keeping us on our toes! This month’s proposed speaker has been rescheduled to early in the new year, but don’t worry—we’ve got something equally captivating lined up for you.
I’m excited to announce our completely new guests: Dr Glenn Davies and Matthew Wengert, who will guide us through an important yet largely forgotten chapter of Queensland’s history.
Imagine this: it’s 1919. Against the backdrop of war and a convergence of political and historical events, the meatworkers’ strike in Townsville escalated into a dramatic confrontation—culminating in gunfire between civilians and police, and a forceful response from the Queensland Government.
Glenn and Matthew will bring this gripping story to life, shining a spotlight on a pivotal yet often overlooked moment in Queensland’s history and the role of the police.
This event is held at 11am in the Police Headquarters building in the ground floor conference room. This is a free, ticketed event so please book in on Eventbrite.
Don't miss out!
And also at 12:30pm join us in the Museum itself (Seminar Room) when Collections Manager, Kat Figueiredo, will invite you to take a look at objects in the collection that point to some of the stories of policing public protest. You can also find Eventbrite tickets for that here or just turn up on the day
Weaving pods of inspiration
:You are invited to weave a small pod or bowl under the guidance of a First Nations’ artist in this free workshop.
During the weaving process, traditional cultural inventions, knowledge and celebrations will be discussed and shared.
You can add a message to yourself to read in 12 months’ time, based on learning from the workshop conversations that may enhance your life in the future.
Free. Bookings required for catering purposes. All ages. This workshop is also being held at North Lakes Library.
About the facilitator
Sharni Ferrari is a proud Wakka Wakka woman, living on beautiful Kabi Kabi Country.
Sharni creates woven and crystal jewellery, accessories and home decor inspired by nature and culture in her business From the Flame Trees. She has a passion for weaving with humble, natural, sustainable and recycled materials.
redcliffe-museum@moretonbay.qld.gov.au
ph 0734806700
Discovering bush tucker with Murri Tukka
Cook up delicious First Nations treats in this school holiday workshop at Bribie Island Seaside Museum.
In collaboration with Bruce Phillips, proud Batjala man and founder of Murri Tukka, young people can explore elements of First Nations cuisine.
Bruce will deliver an engaging and educational workshop, where children will learn about local bush foods and participate in a hands-on program.
They will prepare delicious treats using well known and readily available bush foods, easy to replicate in the comfort of your own home.
Bruce's work shares thousand-year-old knowledge of how First Nations people would gather and prepare food, connecting land to plate through education and meal preparation with local bush ingredients.
Brisbane Living Heritage AGM 2025
This year’s AGM will be a chance to come together with fellow members, celebrate the achievements of Brisbane Living Heritage over the past year, and share in the discussions that guide our future. Morning Tea will be served following the meeting, providing an informal opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends from across our network.
Nominations are now open for positions on the BLH Board of Directors and are invited from representatives of our Institutional Member Organizations. The Board comprises up to eight Directors, and all financial Members are entitled to vote for those standing for election to the 2025–2026 Board of Directors.
Please find the AGM forms below for you to download, complete and return:
Please complete and return the appropriate form/s to info@brisbanelivingheritage.org
We look forward to your participation in the AGM and thank you for your ongoing support of Brisbane Living Heritage.
With best regards,
Cathy de Silva
Chair
For and on behalf of the Board of Brisbane Living Heritage Ltd