Esther Dougherty

Drayton Memorial Hall, QLD, Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair Country Drayton Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair People. Drayton began as a camping place at the intersection of various pastoral stations in 1842. The European settler Thomas Alford, named his house, store and post office Drayton, which then became … Read more

Russell Island Recreation Hall, QLD, Quandamooka Country Country Russell Island Recreation Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Quandamooka Country People. As you disembark at our recently constructed ferry terminal, the Russell Island Recreation Hall will likely be your initial point of interest. In the past, Russell Island played a significant role as a … Read more

Rathdowney Memorial Hall, QLD, Mununjali Country Rathdowney Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Mununjali People. Rathdowney Hall is located in the centre of town, along with the store, the information centre and the pub. It has a lively history of local dances, class reunions and community gatherings. Rathdowney has grown from a … Read more

Canungra School of Arts Hall, QLD, Wangerriburra Country Canungra School of Arts Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Wangerriburra People. Built in 1956, this humble hall has been providing a space for dance, music, community and creativity in all shapes and sizes for over 7 decades. The dance floor is crafted of local … Read more