About Maleny Arts Co-op

The Maleny Arts Co-op is a community-driven organization dedicated to cultivating, supporting, and promoting a vibrant arts environment. We provide platforms for artists to showcase their work, collaborate, share their skills, and mentor youth and emerging talent. Our mission is to celebrate diverse creativity, inspire artistic expression, and enrich the cultural life within our region.

Meet our volunteer directors

  • Steve McLeish

    Chairperson
    Steve is our Chairperson, our leader, and visionary for our Co-op. For decades Steve has been hands-on involved in local art and music circles as a performer and organiser and also is Festival Director for our highly successful Wood Expo

  • Rob Catania

    Secretary
    Rob is our Co-op secretary. He has a forensic mind which comes to the fore when following and untangling the bureaucratic red tape. His minutes of our meetings are a thing to behold.

  • Brett Campbell

    Treasurer
    Brett is our treasurer and a wonderful blend of logic and creativity. Being both the ‘Barefoot Bookkeeper’ and amazing mosaic artist, Brett has a unique perspective of the business of the Arts.

  • Sue Palmer

    Director
    Sue is the kind and generous maître d of ‘Maleny Lane’. With a keen eye for aesthetics and design, Sue has turned the Maleny Lane into a beautiful, creative wonderland… it has become the cultural heart throb of Maleny.

  • Arcadia Love

    Director
    Arcadia is a wordsmith and wise woman. She has been involved in the Maleny art scene hosting events for many years. Arcadia has an eagle eye for editing and her writings are witty and poetic while succinct.

  • Asha Hay

    Director
    Asha is a vibrant entrepreneurial sound man and event organiser. His passion for live audio and supporting young, up and coming artists is infectious. He brings many skills to the table and has the drive to fulfill his wildest dreams.

      

Additional team members

  • Megan Lee

    Website/Graphic Design

    Megan is a multi-faceted wonder soul. She has so many skills and abilities that to list them would be book sized. 

    Megans graphics have become the beautiful representation of our vision.

  • Amber Rivalland

    Administration

    Amber is our admin magician. Her fingers moving over the keys are a blur and her knowledge of systems leave nothing to be forgotten. Amber helps out with membership matters, website and the background bits.

  • Dominique Livkamal

    Social Media

    Dominique is our local naturopath at Medicine Room. She has published three books and has a diploma in Journalism. She has been a programmer at Woodford Folk festival since 2007 and she runs  "High Vibes on The Mountain " in Maleny. Dom is generally a benevolent creative who loves helping out on Community Projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Maleny has a rich history of arts and music, and our Co-op aims to preserve and enhance this culture. By fostering connections between artists, the community, businesses, and visitors, we strengthen the arts scene in Maleny. Our long-term vision includes establishing an arts precinct in the heart of Maleny for performances, exhibitions, mentoring, and workshops. The Co-op structure allows us to garner broad community support and involvement.

  • Apart from becoming a member, there are several ways you can support the Maleny Arts Co-op:

    • Donations: Contributions to our fundraising campaigns, such as "Raise the Roof," are greatly appreciated.

    • Volunteer: We're always looking for skilled individuals to help with various aspects of our operations, from event planning to technical support.

    • Spread the Word: Share our mission and events with friends and family to help grow our community.

  • The Co-op is run by its members for the members. Our hard-working inaugural board and key people oversee the operations and strategic direction. You can find more details about our team here

  • You can get involved by becoming a member, attending our events, volunteering your skills, or donating to our campaigns. We welcome all who are passionate about supporting the arts in Maleny.

  • Over 40% of our music events have been cancelled due to inclement weather this year. A roof over Maleny Lane will provide a reliable space for events, enhancing the opportunities for local musicians and artists, and creating a vibrant community hub for all to enjoy.