Lead Organisation
Southern Forest Arts
Northcliffe / Meerup
Southern Forest Arts is a not-for-profit regional arts organisation based in Northcliffe, dedicated to connecting people, place, and creativity. Through collaborations with artists, curators, and communities, SFA delivers innovative programs that celebrate regional identity and foster cross-cultural exchange. Its work spans exhibitions, residencies, and public programs that strengthen the creative ecology of the state. As the coordinating organisation for the Regional Arts Triennial (RAT3), Southern Forest Arts champions the vital role of regional voices in shaping bold, inclusive, and imaginative futures for Western Australia and beyond.
Co-pilot Organisation
Kimberley Arts Network
Rubibi/Broome
The Kimberley Arts Network is a community arts organisation based in Broome. We invigorate arts and culture in the Kimberley as an expression of our unique character. We know that arts are the key to wellbeing, contribute to regional liveability and create connections within our communities and the wider world. KAN runs regular arts activities and programs in our Shed in Broome and collaborates with artists, organisations, and others across the region on projects and events that showcase our vibrant creative culture. KAN is the Co-Pilot for this iteration of the Triennial.
Local Exhibition Title: We Walk Together
Dates: Kununurra 11 – 19 September 2025 & Broome 26 September – 3 October 2025
Curators: Dora Griffiths (Lead – Kununnurra & Broome), Jesse Ward (Mentee – Kununnurra), Tracy Mulardy (Mentee – Broome)
Artists: Antonia Aitken, Balgo Collaborative,Isaac Barber, Jeanne Barnes, Alice Boardman, Helena and Jenny Butt, Rona and Shontae Charles, Steve Cutts, Jackie Ellis, Amelia Jajko, Kiarah Mandijalu-Jadai, Amy Mathers, Vivienne McDermott, Jan Parish, Nathan Thomas, Ben Ward, Kyjuan Wesley, Venetta Yananwana
Regional Partners
Artgold
Kalgoorlie-Boulder / Karlkurla
Artgold is the peak arts body for the Goldfields region, supporting and promoting local artists, creative projects and cultural events. We connect artists, organisations and the wider community through advocacy, partnerships and opportunities that strengthen the region’s vibrant creative sector. Artgold provides information on grants, exhibitions and workshops while supporting the diversity of artistic talent across Kalgoorlie-Boulder and the Goldfields. Our aim is to make the arts accessible, visible and celebrated as a key part of life in the Goldfields.
Local Exhibition Title: Nexus
Dates: 14 December 2025 – 1 February 2026
Curators: Claire Weir
Artists: Linda Rae, Kelly Arcaro, Brent Johnston, Monika Dvorak, Christine Shananhan, Jacqueline Mills, Ena Pehlivanovic, Brianna Greaves
Arts Margaret River
Nala Bardip Mia / Margaret River
Arts Margaret River is a community arts organisation based at Nala Bardip Mia — Margaret River HEART that nurtures artists across disciplines and deepens community engagement. Over five decades it has presented music, theatre, dance, cinema, visual exhibitions, workshops and free outdoor events, and produces the region’s flagship Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival. Its mission emphasises inclusivity, creativity, innovation and environmental and financial sustainability, while prioritising local artists and diverse programming. Run with support from sponsors, members and volunteers, ArtsMR operates as a Regional Arts WA Hub offering resources, venues and opportunities to strengthen the South West’s cultural life.
Local Exhibition Title: Gathering Ground
Dates: January 8 – February 3, 2026 (Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm)
Exhibition Launch: January 16, 2026 at 6pm
Curators: Elisa Markes-Young (mentored by Christopher Young)
Artists: Ana Brawls, Carmen Griffin, Cassandra Bynder, Elisa Markes-Young, Jane Tangney, Kate Alida Mullen, Katharina Meister, Michael Wise, Moritz Muller, Shelley McNab, Shayne Hadley, Yu-Hua Lan
Cannery Arts Centre
Kepa Kurl/Esperance
Situated within a heritage-listed former fish cannery on the Kepa Kurl/Esperance foreshore, the Cannery Arts Centre is the region’s premier destination for contemporary arts and cultural engagement. As a not-for-profit charitable organisation, it presents a diverse program of visual art exhibitions, live music, and interdisciplinary events featuring both local and visiting artists. The Centre supports creative development through its Artist in Residence program and is home to the Esperance Pottery Club. With regular workshops for all ages, a community garden, and a scenic lookout, the Cannery fosters artistic expression, learning, and community wellbeing under the leadership of dedicated staff and volunteers.
Local Exhibition Title: Unearthed
Dates: 20 December 2025 – 22 February 2026 (Celebration – January 8 at 6pm)
Curators: Cait Edwards
Artists: Athena Boast, Shannon Bowen, Pam Burgess, Cait Edwards, Rani Fankha, Elaine Fewings, Giorgia Stefania and Naomi Stanitzki
Gardiner Street Arts Collective
Moora
Gardiner Street Arts Collective is a vibrant, inclusive hub for creativity in Moora, WA, championing artistic expression across generations and cultures. Located in the heart of the Wheatbelt, Gardiner Street Arts Collective is a not-for-profit community arts space dedicated to nurturing creativity, connection and cultural vitality. With dynamic programs, exhibitions, workshops and a thriving community garden, GSAC offers accessible spaces for movement, reflection and artistic growth. As a catalyst for regional imagination and collaboration, it amplifies local voices and fosters bold artistic exchange. GSAC celebrates the power of art to shape community, honour Country and cultivate meaningful transformation.
Local Exhibition Title: Of This Earth
Dates: TBC (tentatively 6th March 2026)
Curators: Nyree Taylor
Artists: Deidre Robb, Annette Wiguna, Madeline Anderson and Nyree Taylor, Emaline Govender, Saira Ellen, Ned Crossley and Ross Storey, Jo McNamara, Caitlin Stewart.
Old Courthouse Complex, City of Busselton
Busselton / Undalup
Local Exhibition Title: In The Quiet of the Land
Dates: 6 February – 1 March 2026
Curators: Japneet Keith & Sharon Williams
Artists: Barbara Weeks, Christian Fletcher and Melanie Jarman, Elaine Clocherty, Dwardinian – Vivian Brockman-Webb and & Waljin – Mitchella Hutchins, Merle Topsi Davis, Francesco Geronazzo and Kay Manolas, Gary Hambleton, Kim Perrier, Gerald Ashcroft
Shire of Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery
Carnavon / Gwoonwardu
Local Exhibition Title: Solid Ground
Dates: 29 August – 4 October 2025
Curators: Stu McMillan, Rochelle O’Brien, Keely Robertson
Artists: Gosia Taylor, Sabrina Dowling Giudice, Darin Howard, Karla Tittums, Karin Boerrigter, Angie Czapp, Shaydon Indich, Devinia Wainwright, Tallulah Nunez, Lily Jane Vitoria, Barry Bellotti, Sofie Seyah, Joey Yorke, Neroli Needham, Sadie James
The Junction Co. at the Courthouse Gallery+Studio
Port Hedland / Ngaru
Local Exhibition Title: TBC
Dates: 23 January – 6 March 2026
Curators: Lauren Greatorex & Nicole Leuchter
Artists: Amelia Blanco, Ana Repullo, Elysia Canning(TBC), Howard Holder, RJB, Lauren Greatorex, Sharon Gosling
Waringarri Aboriginal Arts
Kununurra
Waringarri Aboriginal Arts is a community-owned Indigenous art centre located at Kununurra in the East Kimberley. The centre operates to support a range of arts and cultural programs to benefit local Indigenous peoples. For the Radical Futures Waringarri Aboriginal Arts partnered with local gallery Artopia to broaden participation and present a cross-cultural selection of artists.
Local Exhibition Title: We Walk Together
Dates: 11 – 19 September 2025
Curators: Dora Griffiths (Mentor), Jesse Ward (Mentee)
Artists: Antonia Aitken, Amy Mathers, Balgo Collective, Ben Ward, Jackie Ellis, Jan Parish, Jeanne Barnes, Kyjaurn Wesley, Nathan Thomas, Steven Cutts