City of Gosnells Programs and Events

🌏 Connect, collaborate and celebrate diversity at the Multicultural Meet and Greet!

Join us at our next Multicultural Meet and Greet to connect with local cultural groups, service providers and community members, discover available services, and explore new opportunities to collaborate and strengthen our diverse community.

Details:
📅 Thursday 11 June
📍 Connect@Kenwick – Melaleuca Room - 82 Kenwick Road, Kenwick
🕠 5.30pm – 8.00pm

For more information visit: https://bit.ly/3RY2m62

Men in the Hood – Free Monthly Guided Workshops for Men

Looking for a space to grow, connect, and take a breather from the everyday noise? Men in the Hood offers free monthly guided workshops designed to support meaningful personal growth while building genuine, supportive connections with other men.

These sessions help strengthen confidence, emotional resilience, and a grounded sense of masculinity.

🗓 Saturday 13 June – Deep Dive
⏰ 1pm – 4pm
📍 Thornlie Park Centre, Lesser Hall
💬 Attend one workshop or join them all — totally up to you.

The vibe is relaxed, afternoon tea is sorted, and you might just walk away feeling better than when you arrived.

Spots are limited — jump in now 👇
http://bit.ly/48vbzsY️

We were incredibly lucky to welcome the world‑famous "Unusualist", Raymond Crowe, to the City of Gosnells Community Art Exhibition and Awards. Throughout the night, he crafted breathtaking silhouette portraits for our artists and guests — each one cut by hand with nothing more than tiny scissors, black paper, and his remarkable focus.

To stay up to date on what is happening with art in the City, visit: https://bit.ly/4a7JRCp

A heartfelt thank you to the The Baden Street Singers for their wonderful performance at the City of Gosnells Community Art Exhibition and Awards Evening.

Their dynamic group brought energyand joy to the event, delighting guests with their passion for all things a ca****la. Their beautiful harmonies helped create a memorable atmosphere as we celebrated the creativity and achievements of our local artists.

To stay up to date on what is happening with art in the City, visit: https://bit.ly/4a7JRCp

CALL FOR ARTISTS 🎨

Are you an emerging or established artist looking to showcase your work? Expressions of Interest are open for upcoming exhibitions at the Whiteley Fishbowl Gallery in Gosnells.

We’re inviting artists and creative groups from all mediums to apply for one of our exhibition opportunities in 2026.

🖼 Exhibition dates are available from Winter through to Spring

🪙 No commission on artwork sales
👥 Open to individuals and groups
⭐ All experience levels welcome

To apply or find out more, visit: https://bit.ly/4uj8e8y

🎨 Calling City of Gosnells visual artists!

If you’re a visual artist at any stage of your career and the City of Gosnells Community Art Exhibition and Awards has inspired your creativity, the Federal Government has a new opportunity for an Artist-in-Residence program at Australian Parliament House

The program offers unique access to the national heart of democracy where politics, history, architecture and art meet. The successful artist will go behind the scenes of the busy working building for endless sources of inspiration.

The successful artist will receive:
• An artist’s fee for the research stage of $10,000
• Access to a workspace within the parliamentary library
• An additional Commission Fee for new work of up to $30,000
• Travel ad accommodation allowance of up to $15,000

Expressions of interest are open until 11am (AEST) on 16 June 2026

For more information about the program including how to apply, visit the Parliament House website https://bit.ly/4uPIxMu

🎨 Last chance!
Tomorrow is the final day of the Community Art Exhibition — don’t miss your opportunity to explore the artworks and cast your vote in the People’s Choice Award.

📅 Ends 24 May 2026
📍 Lyal Richardson Hall, The Agonis
🕘 Mon–Fri 10am–4pm | Sat–Sun 9am–1pm

More info: https://bit.ly/4d2BHfB

Get creative this May with our wet felting workshop. Learn how to turn wool fibres into a vibrant felt flower you can wear or display.

Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters.

📅 Saturday 23 May 2026
🕥 10:30am–12:30pm
📍 City of Gosnells Museum
Fore more information and to book visit https://bit.ly/3RejNPE
Ages 16+

🎭 The Lovely Bones – Presented by ARENA Theatre Productions

Step into the hauntingly beautiful world of The Lovely Bones, told through the voice of 14 year old Susie Salmon — “My name is Salmon, like the fish; first name Susie.” Speaking from her afterlife, Susie watches as her family navigates grief, change, and the search for truth after her tragic death.

📍 Don Russell Performing Arts Centre, Murdoch Road, Thornlie
📅 Friday 29 May - Saturday 6 June
👉 For more information and tickets: https://bit.ly/4sUqaov

Suitable for ages 15+

Don’t miss this moving and unforgettable theatrical experience.

🎨 Reminder: The DADAA Access Tour is on Friday!

DADAA will be leading a tactile, accessible tour of the Community Art Exhibition and Awards — a great opportunity to experience the artworks in a new and inclusive way.

⏰ Friday 22 May
🕒 10.15–11.15am & 11.30am–12.30pm
📍 Whiteley Fishbowl Gallery, The Agonis, Gosnells

Spots are limited — more details on the City of Gosnells site: https://bit.ly/422cLiQ