Harvest and Heritage by local Bundaberg artists Maggie Spenceley, Colleen Helmore and Carmel Birchley, celebrates the agriculture that has shaped the Bundaberg region’s landscape, communities and identity. Showcasing the people, industries and products that form the backbone of the region, this exhibition explores Bundaberg’s rich farming history, from its long-standing sugar cane industry to its reputation as Australia’s macadamia and tomato capital. Through a diverse collection of artworks, Harvest and Heritage reflects on the resilience, innovation, and adaptability of local farming communities while highlighting the importance of protecting productive agricultural land for future generations.
Image Credit: L-R Maggie Spenceley, Mistletoe and Rats, 2026, Mixed media, 42 x 52 cm. Carmel Birchley, Sugarcane Arrow, Oil & collage, 2026, 65 x 47 cm. Colleen Helmore, Burning, 2026, Watercolour, 75 x 55 cm.