Dogwood Crossing Miles

11/06/2026

11/06/2026

Community Celebration | Kaimkillenbun Public Art Project

You’re invited to join us in celebrating Kaimkillenbun’s newest public artwork.
This special event brings together the community, project partners and artist to mark the completion of the project and formally hand the artwork over to Kaimkillenbun. Hear the story behind the piece, acknowledge those involved, and enjoy a relaxed community gathering.

Free event | Bookings requested for catering purposes
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Sunday 21 June 2026 11:30am – 12:30pm
Cumkillenbar Memorial Park
35 Delacy Street, Kaimkillenbun QLD 4406

10/06/2026

Today we welcomed the Murilla Respite Group to Forget-Me-Not in the gallery.

Amy spoke about the 'Nature + Art' artists and the varying mediums each uses to create an interesting exhibition which compliments each artwork.

Participants loved how realistic Michelle Black's magpies are.

They also loved the little quirky story behind 'Allannah' by Lyn Wunsch on show on the Curved Wall.

Amy also showed the group the NGA Cases currently on loan from the National Gallery of Australia. The group were fascinated that Lionel Bawden had the idea to create the 'Brain coral' made from coloured Staedtler pencils, araldite and Incralac.

Michelle Black Printmaker

09/06/2026

Today Storytime for Toddlers was held @ the Gallery.

The toddlers noticed all the birds in the different artworks and in particular the 'Pair of red-tailed black cockatoos' by Kate Lacy.

They also enjoyed colouring, and gluing feathers onto the curlew template.

Don't forget 'Cuppa & a Chat' tomorrow, Wednesday 10 June, 10am - 11am.

To register please click the click
https://www.westerndownslibraries.com/

Western Downs Libraries

03/06/2026

THIS MONTH @ DOGWOOD

Storytime at the Gallery
Tuesday 9 June, 10.30am - 11.30am
https://www.westerndownslibraries.com/

Forget-Me-Not
FORGET-ME-NOT developed through the National Gallery of Australia’s Art and Alzheimer’s Outreach Program, is a Dogwood Crossing, Miles program run specifically for people living with dementia and their carers.

Trained gallery staff lead conversational tours around the gallery focusing on current exhibitions.

Wednesday 10 June, 10.45am - 12.30pm
For more info email [email protected]

Winter Gardening Session
Thursday 18 June, 4pm - 5pm
https://www.westerndownslibraries.com/

ARTful Beginnings
This program is designed for babies aged from 4 months to 12 months. If you are unsure whether ARTful Beginnings is the right fit for you and your baby, or if you have any access needs or other queries about the event, please don’t hesitate to contact [email protected] in advance of the program.
Click the link for more info and to register
https://www.trybooking.com/DLUMV

Mario Karts Switch Challenge
Monday to Friday during the school holidays, 9am - 5pm
https://www.westerndownslibraries.com/

NAIDOC Storytime
How the Birds Got Thier Colours
Tuesday 30 June, 10.30am - 11.30am
https://www.westerndownslibraries.com/

Western Downs Libraries

03/06/2026

Youth Art Workshops with Kristen Flynn

Come and dive into the colourful comic-style world of Roy Lichenstein. In this 2.5 hour workshop you will create a comic-style painting on canvas and briefly learn about youth art opportunities at the upcoming Regional Artists Exhibition 2026. Along with creating a painting, this workshop is an opportunity to meet other young art enthusiasts and to connect with art facilitator and mentor Kristen Flynn. All materials are provided and Kristen will help you from start to finish.

We can’t wait to see you there!

What to bring:
– Lunch and water bottle
– Art journal (optional)

What is provided:
– 2.5 hour workshop
– All workshop materials

Suitable for ages 14 to 18

FREE WORKSHOP. However, bookings are essential.

For more information
Email: [email protected] with any questions.

TIME: 10:00am – 1:00pm

MILES
7 JUNE
Murilla Room, Dogwood Crossing Miles
Click the link to register
https://www.trybooking.com/DKMBS

27/05/2026

Alyce from Miles Library reading ‘Luna Roo’ to the WHOLE of Miles State School for National Summultaneous Storytime!

25/05/2026

THIS WEEK AT DOGWOOD CROSSING

Playtime at the Library
with Western Downs Libraries
Tuesday 26 May, 10.30am - 11.30am
Click the link to register
https://tinyurl.com/3nk64mk5

Exhibition openings
John Mullins Memorial Art Gallery
Nature + Art
by Michelle Black, Kate Lacy, Peta Lloyd, Sharon Kirk & Sally North

On the Curved Wall
Splash of Colour
by Lyn Wunsch

Friday 29 May, 6.30pm - 8.30pm

To register for the openings please click the link
https://www.trybooking.com/DKKOU

Mindful Stitching Workshop
with exhibiting artist Peta Lloyd
Saturday 30 May, 9am - 12pm
$30
Suitable for ages 14+

For more info and to register for this worksop, please click the link
https://www.trybooking.com/DLTCK

22/05/2026

Mindful Stitching Workshop
with Artist Peta Lloyd

Stitch yourself a perfectly imperfect patch using a range of cotton fabrics, from pastels and brights, to earthy tones, or checks. Create your own design, make a mandala, or stitch over Peta’s predesigned prints or provided stencils. Make your patch understated, abstract, pretty or punk!

Learn and use a small set of simple stitches, including running, seed and blanket stitch, with the option to embellish your patch with beads, buttons or sequins.

Finish by hand-stitching your patch onto an item of cotton clothing you bring from home (denim is fine). Please note that some fabrics are not suitable, including stretch fabrics, synthetics and delicate materials such as silk.

All fabrics, stencils, preprinted designs, embroidery threads, scissors and needles provided.

Bookings are essential as spaces are limited.

DATE: Saturday 30 May
VENUE: Dogwood Crossing, Miles
TIME: 9am to 12pm
COST: $30
Suitable for ages 14+

To register please click the link
https://www.trybooking.com/DLTCK

21/05/2026

LAST DAYS to view...

In the John Mullins Memorial Art Gallery
'Narrative in Detail' by Kate Beard & Karina Devine

Beard’s vibrant acrylic paintings transform her personal memories into dynamic visual stories, employing layers of richly coloured glazes to create depth and emotion. In contrast, Devine’s mixed media works intricately weave together joyful experiences of home and meaningful connections, characterised by a juxtaposition of collage and “maximalist” detail. Despite their stylistic differences, both artists share a foundation in storytelling, with their works reflecting the beauty and lessons of life through uniquely identifiable techniques.

On the Curved Wall
'A Little Prickly' by Regina Hyland

Drawing from photographs captured across the Western Downs, Queensland – where small stands of the once-invasive Prickly Pear still remain, each work offers a close, contemplative view of the plant’s intricate forms, colours, and textures. The prickly pear is a recurring theme for Hyland, and in this series, she also incorporates the Cactoblastis moth, marking 2026 as the centennial of its introduction to Australia as a biological control for the invasive pear.

Last day, Saturday 23 May.

Image 1: 'Grunerlokka Oslo' | Kate Beard
Image 2: 'Coolum motocross' | Kate Beard
Image 3: 'Profusion' | Karina Devine
Image 4: 'Iris garden' | Karina Devine
Image 5: 'Cactoblastes (Dust Storm) No.3' | Regina Hyland
Image 5: 'Cactoblasted (Dust Storm) No.4 | Regina Hyland
Image 6: 'Casctoblastes (Golden Daze) No.4' | Regina Hyland

Kate Beard
Devine Visual Art
Regina Hyland Art