New artwork display by Carolyn Shannon Fresh work has arrived at CCW Community Gallery, bringing new artists, new ideas and plenty to discover on the walls and shelves this month. Running from 17 August to 14 September, the latest collection brings together watercolour, acrylic, mixed media, oils and photography. Some works capture the landscapes and wildlife of our region, while others explore colour, texture, people and the everyday subjects that catch an artist’s eye. Perh

Looking for a gift that is thoughtful, unique and supports local artists? The Creative Connections Whitsundays Community Gallery in Proserpine offers plenty of inspiration, with an ever-changing collection of original artworks and locally made gifts. Among the artists featured is Margaret Burgess, whose handmade jewellery has plenty of character. Her collection includes sea glass earrings, bracelets and earrings made from reimagined cutlery, and distinctive pendants – each pi

We are inviting you to be part of a fun Gallery Fundraiser during the September school holidays. We have 40+ little canvases waiting at the Gallery to be transformed into beautiful original artworks by our local artists. How it works Purchase a 20 × 25 cm canvas from the Gallery for $10 Create an original artwork in any theme and any medium – the only rule is that it must be created on the supplied canvas. Donate your finished artwork back to the Gallery. All artworks will be

Looking for a gift that's thoughtful, unique and supports local artists? A Creative Connections Whitsundays Community Gallery Gift Card lets your recipient choose something they'll truly love from our beautiful collection of original artworks, handmade gifts, jewellery, ceramics, prints and more. Whether it's for a birthday, celebration, thank you or just because, a Community Gallery Gift Card is a meaningful way to support local creativity while giving someone the joy of cho

Lucy Seddon Brown is one of the friendly faces helping our Community Art Gallery thrive. A professional photographer based in the Whitsundays, she also loves exploring nature with her camera and enjoys painting, drawing and mixed media. As our Community Co-ordinator, Lucy has been proactively reaching out to local businesses and visitors to promote the gallery and recruit new volunteers, helping ensure the gallery continues to thrive. She also volunteers her photography skill

A generous $18,500 solar system donation from Green Energy Technologies is helping power a more sustainable future for the Proserpine Community Art Gallery. When Creative Connections Whitsunday (CCW) took over the Gallery building from Whitsunday Regional Council, we knew the existing solar panel system was several years old and may not have been operating at full capacity. The building had sustained damage during Cyclone Debbie and had remained unoccupied for several years.

Just one month after opening its doors, the Creative Connections Whitsunday Community Gallery has completed its very first gallery changeover, giving locals and visitors a whole new reason to visit. One of the things that makes our gallery unique is that it isn't a permanent collection. Each month, our 26 exhibiting artists refresh their displays with new artworks and handcrafted merchandise, while new artists join the gallery. Every visit offers something different to discov

We're delighted to announce that Linda Forrester is the winner of our very first Bendigo Community Bank People's Choice Award at the Creative Connections Whitsundays Community Gallery. Voting commenced on our 4 June 2026 Opening Night and continued throughout the Gallery's first exhibition cycle, with visitors casting their votes for their favourite artwork. Linda's beautiful fine art print, Radiant Depths, was the clear favourite. Linda Forrester's Radiant Depths (fine art p

More than 200 people joined us on Thursday evening to celebrate the official opening of the Creative Connections Whitsunday Community Art Gallery, and what an incredible night it was.

Creative Connections Whitsundays (CCW) is inviting the community to celebrate a major cultural milestone — the official opening of the Community Gallery, the first dedicated community art gallery in the Whitsunday region. For many of the artists featured in the inaugural exhibition, the opening represents far more than a new venue – it is a long-awaited opportunity to strengthen the visibility and sustainability of the arts in the Whitsundays.

What: Community Gallery Official Opening When: 6pm-8pm Thursday 4 June 2026 Where: 192 Main Street, Proserpine RSVP: Free and open to all. RSVP by Tuesday 2 June Creative Connections Whitsundays (CCW) invites local businesses, community partners, and the wider public to be part of a landmark cultural moment — the opening of the Community Gallery, the first dedicated community art gallery in the Whitsunday region. As a new cultural hub for the region, the Community Gallery

Thank you Team! The hard work is starting to show! Open Soon!

Creative Connections Whitsunday (CCW) will mark an important milestone in the creation of the Community Gallery and Creative Hub with the official handover of keys on Tuesday 3 February at 10.30am.