Monto Landcare Hall, Qld, Gooreng Gooreng, Wakka Wakka and Wulli Wulli of the larger Burnett Region Country
Monto Landcare Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Gooreng Gooreng, Wakka Wakka and Wulli Wulli of the larger Burnett Region People.
Monto Landcare Group’s hall was originally built in 1953 for the burgeoning Monto Scout Group and has enjoyed a long a varied life in the community. Built of timber and tin, its large space was full to the brim for Monto’s first hosting of Festival of Small Halls. Landcare looks forward to hosting an even bigger and better event this year so more can enjoy the place they call home. Local Knowlege: Monto is a friendly, small community with plenty to explore by day during the week and several options for eating out. Camping, caravanning, cabins, traditional pub rooms and motels are all accommodation options both in town and nearby in the scenic Cania Gorge.
Festival of Small Halls returns to Monto for a SHOW on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 with Nicole Murray and Old Man Luedecke (Canada) – see below for further details on workshop.
Opening the show will be local act Robert Bolanac from Eidsvold !
Rob is a self-taught singer, songwriter and musician from Eidsvold, inspired by alternative artists and his own life journey. Music is where he finds joy, connection and meaning, and he believes lyrics and sound help us understand ourselves, each other and the world we share. His work carries a message shaped by emotion, experience and a desire to encourage a more connected future. Grateful for the chance to share his voice, music and story, Rob brings heart and purpose to the stage, offering a performance grounded in authenticity and intention.
Tickets are priced at:
Full Admission – $20
Concession Admission (Pension, Health Care Card, Senior) – $15
Youth Admission (Aged 12-18) – $10
Child Admission (Aged 12 and Under – Accompanied by an adult) – $0
Food and drinks from 5.30pm
Doors Open 6.30pm
Show Starts 7.00pm
Interval – Cake, coffee, tea, bar. Fundraising auction and raffles drawn
Monto Landcare Hall has accessible entry (level access from parking area in front) and has an accessible toilet (ambulant toilet, large enough for more nimble wheelchairs. Not fully AS1428.1 compliant).
If you are showing any symptoms or if you are in any way unwell, we please ask that you do not attend the concert. Prompt refunds will be made should this be the case. We also have no objection to mask-wearing for your own protection.
The Hall is also hosting a free workshop on the TUESDAY 20 OCTOBER from 6-7pm with Nicole Murray! Workshop is free, but you must register in advance – see below.
Singing Workshop – Play with Your Voice and Sing In Harmony
Join Nicole Murray for a group harmony singing experience, to raise the rafters and lift your soul.
Nicole selects folk and world songs that are delicious to sing, and guides you through fun vocal explorations, learning parts by ear, blending and tuning a beautiful group sound to fill you up with inspiration and enjoyment.
A skilled vocalist with a twenty year career touring with folk band Cloudstreet and directing choirs in Brisbane, Nicole has recently led singing retreats in France and Australia, runs massed singing workshops at major festivals and loves to nurture and share music with groups of singers.
To care for everybody, please don’t attend on the day if you have symptoms or are feeling sick.
WORKSHOP 6PM – 7PM
Ages 8+
This show and workshop is supported by a RADF Grant – The Regional Arts Grant is a partnership between the Queensland Government and North Burnett Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.
