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SUMMARY:Yaamanga (around here)
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n							\n			\n\n\n\n\nYaamanga (around here) installation view\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nYaamanga (around here) is an ongoing exhibition exploring the history and identity of the Coffs Coast through themes of place\, community and belonging\, with Gumbaynggirr culture at its heart. This interactive exhibition features hundreds of objects\, photographs\, artworks and films from the Yarrila Arts and Museum collection. A key highlight of Yaamanga (around here) is the short film\, Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr (Sing Your Country)\, which is informed by Yuludarla’s (Gumbaynggirr Creator) journey from north to south exploring miirlarl (sacred places)\, culture and history through song and cinema. The piece is a celebration of language and its revival and is an invitation for all people to learn the story of this place. It explores untold histories of Country; its triumphs and its sorrow and the dialogue Gumbaynggirr people have every day with her.Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr (Sing Your Country) was created by Alison Page and Nik Lachajczak of ZAKPAGE. The score is a reworking of a medley of traditional songs by Gumbaynggirr artist\, Birrugan Dunn-Velasco\, with the inclusion of post-modern instrumentation and sounds from Country.This artwork is dedicated to the Gumbaynggirr people; it is their ancestral lands upon which we live and work; they who are so generous with their cultural knowledge and lore in the making of this film. \n\n\n\nA still image captured from Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr Sing Your Country\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out more about Daalga Nginundi Wajarr Sing your Country
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/yaamanga-around-here
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:CREATION
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n							\n			\n\n\n\n\nDeborah Kelly\, from the CREATION collage suite\, 2019-ongoing\, image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nCREATION is a multi-dimensional and cross-disciplinary artwork developed by contemporary artist Deborah Kelly. Born from collaboration with communities across Australia\, it invites you to explore a queer\, climate-conscious belief system that celebrates possibility\, and collective dreaming.Through video\, animation\, photography\, music\, paper collage\, costume\, textiles\, ceramics and dance\, CREATION moves fluidly across contemporary art\, politics\, and ritual to consider and critique contemporary issues of our time and inspire people to gather\, commune\, and imagine new ways of being in a more-than-human world.CREATION is not just an exhibition; it is a living\, breathing mythology. \n\n\n\nThe Holy Orders are companion beings who represent CREATION’s virtues and powers; \n\n\n\nThe Serpent: The Supreme Originator\, teaches us to move with certainty\, and to dream. \n\n\n\nThe Moon: Rhythm\, loyalty and companionship. \n\n\n\nThe Rat: teaches us resilience\, resourcefulness\, and to find our kin among the scorned. \n\n\n\nFungus: represents interdependence and reciprocity. \n\n\n\nInfinity: symbolises the eternal exchange of energy. \n\n\n\nBacteria: from which we learn that size does not equate to power. \n\n\n\nVulture: teaches us not to fear the ruins of the past. \n\n\n\nSpider: The vision weaver; teaches us that storytelling is survival.SPECIAL EVENT: A special CREATION performance involving dance\, costumes\, song and spectacle will be held on Saturday 14 March from 5:30pm. Join YAM’s mailing list to stay up to date with event details. \n\n\n\nThe performance will feature the CREATION CHORALE singing joyous original music. \n\n\n\nCREATION is supported by the Australian Government through Creative Australia.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/creation
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Self-Guided Tactile Tours
DESCRIPTION:Self-Guided Tactile Tours		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Have you ever wanted to know what an artwork feels like?			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nVisit the current exhibitions at YAM and borrow a free Self-Guided Tactile Tour kit from our front desk\, then head to the galleries for a unique experience.     Each kit will enable participants to experience the tactile and sensory qualities of the materials used in selected textile artworks.   Self-Guided Tactile Tour kits are available for the current exhibition ESSSENSSSE. \n\n\n\nThis free program is available for all ages and abilities including families\, individuals\, groups\, and sensory impaired individuals.  \n\n\n\nNo bookings required but reservations can be made for groups if requested via email: yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au  
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/self-guided-tactile-tours
CATEGORIES:Program
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SUMMARY:Wellbeing Workshop Program for organisations\, community groups\, and schools
DESCRIPTION:Wellbeing Workshop Program for organisations\, community groups\, and schools		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Where art meets wellbeing – A creative path to connection and healing \n\n 			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nJoin us at Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM) for a powerful and inspiring workshop designed to nurture mental wellbeing through creative expression. Available for organisations\, community groups and schools.  \n\n\n\nLed by experienced YAM program facilitators\, this two-hour workshop combines a guided tour of the current exhibitions with a hands-on artmaking workshop developed renowned artist Hiromi Tango. Hiromi’s artworks explore the healing potential of textile-based art through a meditative and collaborative process.  \n\n\n\nThese workshops are offered in 2026 to schools\, community groups\, and organisations across the region\, they are not open to individuals. Please register your interest to participate.  \n\n\n\nWhy participate?  \n\n\n\n\nConnect: Strengthen community bonds through shared creative experiences. \n\n\n\nSupport wellbeing: Discover the calming\, expressive\, and restorative benefits of art. \n\n\n\nBe part of something bigger: Contribute to Hiromi Tango’s evolving and ongoing Healing Garden project. \n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to art or an experienced creator\, this inclusive and uplifting experience is designed for all ages and abilities.  \n\n\n\nRegister your interest to book your group or find out more via Email: education@chcc.nsw.gov.au  
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/wellbeing-workshop-program-for-organisations-community-groups-and-schools
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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SUMMARY:YAM Young Creatives
DESCRIPTION:YAM Young Creatives 2026		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n							\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\n\n\nAs a YAM Young Creative\, you will meet like-minded creative young people\, learn from artists\, participate in workshops\, contribute to youth programs and gain both personal and professional insights into creative industries and working in a gallery or museum. YAM Young Creatives meet twice a month (once virtually and once in-person at YAM) from February until December 2026. Upon completion of the program\, participants will be issued with a personalised certificate for their contribution to the program. \n\n\n\nThere is no cost involved to join this program\, but participants will need to complete an enrolment form. If you need assistance with the enrolment form or have special needs\, please contact Toni Southwell (details below). Enrolments will be open until all places are filled and participants can join throughout the year if places become available.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplications are open until all places are filled. \n\n\n\nThe next meeting will be in February 2026. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to apply visit the website or contact: \n\n\n\nToni SouthwellPrograms Facilitator Gallery and Museum \n\n\nculturaldevelopment@chcc.nsw.gov.au\n\n\n\n\n\n02 6648 4700 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n			\n\n\n\n\n\nYAM Young Creatives is a 12-month program\, proudly supported by Museums and Galleries NSW – 2022 Audience Development Fund. \n\n\n\nImage credit: And The Tree Photography
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/yam-young-creatives
CATEGORIES:Expression of interest,Program
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261211T100000
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SUMMARY:YAM Teeny Tours
DESCRIPTION:YAM Teeny Tours		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Immerse your child in artful conversations\, cultural exploration and creative play in Teeny Tours at Yarrila Arts and Museum			\n			\n\n\n\n\nPhoto courtesy of And the Trees Photography\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nImmerse your child in artful conversations\, cultural exploration and creative play in Teeny Tours at Yarrila Arts and Museum. These sessions are fun\, adventurous and engaging for both children and their carer’s. They include an exhibition tour\, artmaking\, story time and creative play\, with a different exhibition explored each week. Teeny Tours are small group sessions and are accessible for all young children.   \n\n\n\n Held every Friday in 2026\, 10am – 11am (during school term)  \n\n\n\nWeekly bookings are required. Numbers are limited.  \n\n\n\nSuggested for ages 3–6 years and their carers.  \n\n\n\nStrollers\, snacks and drinks are welcome.  \n\n\n\nMeet in The Workshop\, Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM)\, Ground floor Yarrila Place.  \n\n\n\nEnquires: culturaldevelopment@chcc.nsw.gov.au 
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/yam-teeny-tours
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Natalya Hughes The Interior
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				The Interior invites audiences into an exaggerated consultation room playfully furnished for psychoanalysis. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nNatayla Hughes\, fabric design (detail) from The Interior\, 2022. Image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nThe immersive installation combines sculptural seating\, richly patterned soft furnishings\, and uncanny object d’art\, nestled around a hand painted mural to generate a stimulating space to unpack our collective and unconscious biases. Audiences are invited to recline and be enveloped\, soothed\, and held by the furniture’s womanly forms while taking turns playing analyst and patient.The Interior is a travelling exhibition organised by the Institute of Modern Art and toured by Museums and Galleries Queensland.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/natalya-hughes-the-interior
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Janet Besançon Monokini
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Australian–French artist Janet Besançon explores themes of labour\, resilience\, and cultural identity through a diverse range of mediums and sustainable practices. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nJanet Besançon\, Monokini 4\, 2025\, pigments\, clay (detail)\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nHer work combines gouache\, acrylic\, oil\, pure French pigments\, and raw Gumbaynggirr country pigments with natural materials such as clay and charcoal\, grounding her art in both European and Australian traditions. \n\n\n\nMonokini is a striking series of 28 abstract paintings created using French pigments\, Australian white clay\, and everyday domestic utensils – sponges\, mops\, and kitchen tools. These objects\, often linked to unpaid household labour\, become instruments of protest and expression. The repetitive\, physical process mirrors the gestures of cleaning and caregiving\, while the final layers of white clay evoke healing\, silencing\, and erasure. \n\n\n\nThe number 28 is symbolic\, referencing the menstrual cycle and the rhythms of the female body. Through this\, Besançon honours women’s resilience and generational strength\, challenging the invisibility of domestic work. In Coffs Harbour – a city shaped by diverse migrant communities – the exhibition invites cross-cultural dialogue on gender roles and shared experiences. \n\n\n\nUltimately\, Monokini asks us to reconsider the tools we overlook\, the cycles we silence\, and the labour we too often take for granted.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/janet-besancon-monokini
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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