Australia Wide Nine
27 February – 13 April 2026
Coal Face Art Gallery, Batchelor Parade, Moranbah, Qld
Gallery Hours: Open Monday- Friday 8.30am to 5pm Closed Saturday and Sunday
Australia Wide Nine is a non-themed, survey exhibition showcasing the artwork of OZQN members from across Australia. Each work is 40 x 40 cm.
Ahead of the Curve
22 February – 26 April 2026
Pippin Heritage Centre, 295 George Street, Deniliquin NSW
Gallery Hours: Monday – Saturday 9am -4pm; Sunday 9am -2pm.
For quilters, the curve is both a technical challenge and a creative opportunity. Ahead of the Curve showcases the artistry and ambition of Australia’s modern quilters through this dynamic form. From improvised compositions to bold geometric designs, the quilts in this exhibition reflect a fearless approach to both technique and artistic vision, embracing risk and innovation in form, colour, and scale.
The works highlight the skill and creativity of their makers, demonstrating how a single shape can inspire a diverse range of interpretations – from complex detail to striking simplicity. Together, they celebrate the spirit of modern quilting in Australia today, pushing boundaries and reimagining the craft.
Stitching Stories: 50 Years of Canberra Quilters
14 February- 24 May 2026
Canberra Museum and Gallery, London Circuit and City Square, Canberra City
Gallery Hours: Monday—Friday: 10am—4pm & Saturday—Sunday (and Public Holidays): 12—4pm
Founded in 1976 from humble beginnings in a Curtin home, Canberra Quilters has grown into a vibrant community built on friendship, creativity, and a shared passion for patchwork and quilting.
Today, Canberra Quilters champions quilting as both an evolving art form and a rewarding hobby, while fostering connection and providing support to the Canberra community. The Guild offers a welcoming meeting place for members of all ages to learn, share, and create together. Over the decades, Canberra Quilters has nurtured talented members who have achieved national and international recognition. Their exquisite quilts are cherished in private collections and featured in prominent local and national collections.
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Canberra Quilters remains a vital contributor to Canberra’s arts landscape. The group skillfully unites a range of activities – including its annual exhibition and sale, the Quilts for Others program, and diverse special interest groups – forming a thriving and harmonious creative community.
Fibre to Thread
29 April to 26 May 2026
Port Stephens Community Arts Centre, Cultural Close, Nelson Bay- off Shoal Bay Road.
Gallery Hours: Open daily 10am to 4pm.
Discover the artistry of thread! Join us for a stunning showcase of Embroidery, Creative Textiles, Patchwork, and Spinning.
Explore handcrafted items for sale, enter our Bag Lotto, or win big with our Hamper Raffle. Support local makers and find unique treasures.
Journeys through fibre
19 May – 7 June 2026
Matthew Flinders Gallery, Bribie Island, Qld
Gallery Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 4pm, Sunday 9am to 1pm. Closed Mondays
A contemporary art quilt exhibition featuring the “Elements Challenge” by Kim Boland, Jill Burgess, Alison Charlton, Sue Duffy, Di Flint, Jan Hutchison, Sharlyn McGlinchey, Adrienne Noonan, Ann Pizzato and Kate Watson. Meet the Artists event Saturday 23 May 10am – 12pm.
