Monto Magic

Pet Rock Craft & Paddle Pop Construction
2026-04-15 10:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
There’s Something for Everyone at Monto Neighbourhood Centre this April!

Looking for ways to connect, learn something new or simply enjoy some time out? The Monto Neighbourhood Centre has a range of activities happening — and we’d love for you to be part of it

Whether you’re feeling creative, social, active or just need a friendly space to relax, there’s something here for you:

Chair Yoga (Fortnightly)
Take a moment to slow down and recharge with our gentle chair yoga sessions. Perfect for all abilities, these relaxing classes focus on movement, breathing, and wellbeing.

Learn to Knit & Crochet (Fortnightly)
Life is created one stitch at a time! Come along to learn the basics, build your skills, or bring along your own project. A wonderful way to unwind, create, and connect with others.

Monto Book Club (Once a Month)
Love a good read? Join our friendly book club where we chat about the month’s book and pick up the next one. No pressure — just great conversation and good company.

School Holiday Activities (13th – 15th of April)
We’re supporting the Monto Show Pavilion Sections with a range of fun, hands-on craft activities for kids. All materials and snacks are provided, and we’ll even help enter their creations!

Ladies Open Door Morning Tea (Weekly)
A welcoming weekly space for women to enjoy a cuppa, conversation, and connection. No need to bring anything — just yourself and a smile.

MNC Playgroup (Fortnightly)
A fun and inclusive morning for little ones with craft, games, and story time. It’s also a great opportunity for parents and carers to connect.

Chess Mates (Fortnightly)
Curious about chess or already know how to play? Come along for a friendly game, learn new strategies, and meet fellow players. Due to the Monto Coffee Lounge shutting early on the 9th, the first meeting this month will be held at the Monto Neighbourhood Centre Youth Shed at 4pm.

All activities are held at the Monto Neighbourhood Centre
7 Huxley Street, Monto

For enquiries: (07) 4994 2508

From learning new skills to making new friends, there’s always something happening at your local neighbourhood centre. Come along, get involved, and be part of our community

Floral Art
2026-04-15 13:30 - 15:30

Material Girls
2026-04-16
Material Girls.
Held Fortnightly on Thursdays.
Monto Sports Complex.

Dawes Hall Campdraft
2026-04-17 - 2026-04-19
0447 740 986
daweshallrci@hotmail.com.au

Ladies Open Door Morning Tea
2026-04-17 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-24 09:30 - 11:30

Pottery
2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-24 10:00 - 12:00
Pottery.
Held in Shed behind Sunshine House.
Every Friday

Lapidary
2026-04-17 12:30 - 17:00, 2026-04-24 12:30 - 17:00
Lapidary
Held in Shed behind Sunshine House.
Every Friday

Learn to Knit or Crochet
2026-04-17 13:30 - 15:30

Mount Perry Show - Cancelled
2026-04-18
Burnett Sub Chamber.
mtperryshow@live.com.au

Eidsvold Heritage Day
2026-04-18

Junior Golf Day with Matt Doolan (PGA Professional Coach)
2026-04-19 09:00 - 11:00
Junior Golf is on this Sunday 1
9th April, 9–11am.
We’ll have Matt Doolan (PGA Professional Coach) running the session
All children welcome – bring a hat, water bottle and some snacks.
Clubs available if needed.

Tai Chi
2026-04-20 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-27 09:00 - 11:30
At Monto Shire Hall.
Every Monday.

Cards
2026-04-20 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-27 12:00 - 14:00
Held at Monto Shire Hall.
Every Monday.

Play Group
2026-04-22 09:30 - 12:30

Chair Yoga
2026-04-23 09:30 - 12:30

Chess Mates
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:00

Monto Show
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-26
In 2026, we proudly present our 95th Show on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 April.
To honour ANZAC Day, gates will open at 11am on Saturday.Our theme, “We Will Always Remember Them,” pays tribute to the men and women from our district who served — ordinary Australians whose courage and generosity shaped our community.
Saturday night rodeo Live band Baby animal farm 20+ action-packed competition sections across cattle, horses, working dogs, poultry, farm produce, arts, craft, cookery, photography, woodchop, chainsaw and more.

Your Saturday ticket will get you into the show on Saturday and Sunday as well as the Rodeo Saturday night.

Tickets for the Monto Show are now available for pre-purchase online.
All pre-purchased tickets go in the draw to win a family pass with Great Ocean Helicopters

https://www.trybooking.com/DJFTP

Burnett Sub Chamber.

(07) 4166 1021

montoshow@bigpond.com

We’re pleased to announce that nomination forms for the Monto Show are now available.
With ANZAC Day falling on Saturday, our program will look a little different:

Friday 5:00pm – STUD Young Judges
Saturday, 11:00am – PRIME Judging Commences @ Prime Yards
STUD young Paraders Commences
Saturday, 1:00pm – STUD Judging Commences
Sunday – 8am PRIME Young Judges
9am Steer/Heifer, including the introduction of school-only classes and combined judging for the Grand Champion Steer.

We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of our sponsors, and we’re especially excited to introduce the new school-only classes this year.

Start planning your Saturday night at the Monto Show. There are choices this year, live band at the Woodchop Bar or Rodeo action at the Arena. Rodeo starts at 6pm, so grab a ticket via montoshow.com.au

Your Saturday ticket will get you into the show on Saturday and Sunday as well as the Rodeo. Pre-purchased tickets go in the draw for a Family pass ride with @great_ocean_helicopters Our rodeo is National Rodeo Association Ltd. affiliated

2026 Trade Site Application Form Now Available!

Applications are now open for Trade Sites at the 2026 Monto Show, held on 25–26 April.

Download the application form from our website and submit by 18 April.
www.montoshow.com.au
themontoshow@gmail.com

Our Fine Arts class list are available for download from our website.

Whatever your creative medium there is sure to be something in here to inspire you.

https://montoshow.com.au/schedule-2026

The 2026 Photography Class List is now available for download. We have a new Steward in Emma Scragg and lots of lovely new classes. Details of entry open and close dates included.
https://montoshow.com.au/…/2026_Section_12_Photography…

We have new Stewards Dakoda and Ryan and some great new classes as well.Poultry Show will be judged on the Sunday to and will be an interesting process to watch, I am sure we will all learn a lot. You can download the Poultry Classes by following this link or visiting montoshow.com.au and go to the Schedule 2026 pagehttps://montoshow.com.au/…/2026_Poultry_Class_List…

The Literacy Stewards have taken on the Show theme of We Will Always Remember Them and created a lovely set of topics for this years Poetry/Song Lyrics and Short Story classes. We are also looking forward to seeing more entries this year in the Handwriting, these classes are an opportunity to practice your penmanship which is a delightful mindful activity. Class lists are available for download from our website https://montoshow.com.au/schedule-2026

Our new Stewards are on the job and the Class list for the Vegetable, Produce and Eggs section is available for download from our website. Entries close on FRIDAY 24th April. https://montoshow.com.au/schedule-2026

Get the details you need to plan your Monto Show entries from the Fruit Section class list now available on our website https://montoshow.com.au/schedule-2026
.

Floral Art Class List is now available for download from our website. Lots of interesting classes using both fresh flowers and foliage as well as artificial. Take a look and start thinking and collecting

The Upcycling Section class lists and entry forms are now available from the Show website. New challenges for 2026.If you are interested in sponsoring a class or the Upcycling section please contact Audrey the Secretary on 0741661021

Calling all local crafters we want to see your work. Please consider entering the Monto Show Handicraft section, there is a class for every craft under the sun. You can take a look at the Class List now https://montoshow.com.au/schedule-2026

The 2026 Monto Show Chainsaw Events will be held on Saturday the 25th April. Competition details are now available on our website.https://montoshow.com.au/schedule-2026

Think shows are just for seasoned farmers or blue-ribbon pros? Think again.Whether you’re an avid baker, a talented photographer, an animal lover, or just want to try something new – there’s a place for you in the ring.Queensland Ag Shows supports competitions across hundreds of categories – from fruit cake to florals, cattle to crafts, and everything in between. Many first-time competitors are surprised at just how friendly, encouraging and rewarding the experience is.You don’t need to be a professional – you just need a passion and a bit of courage. Start small. Show up. Give it a go.

Young Judges Competition - Monto Show
2026-04-24 16:30 - 19:00
We’re pleased to announce that nomination forms for the Monto Show are now available.
With ANZAC Day falling on Saturday, our program will look a little different:

Friday 5:00pm – STUD Young Judges
Saturday, 11:00am – PRIME Judging Commences @ Prime Yards
STUD young Paraders Commences
Saturday, 1:00pm – STUD Judging Commences
Sunday – 8am PRIME Young Judges
9am Steer/Heifer, including the introduction of school-only classes and combined judging for the Grand Champion Steer.

We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of our sponsors, and we’re especially excited to introduce the new school-only classes this year.
Your Saturday ticket will get you into the show on Saturday and Sunday as well as the Rodeo Saturday night.

Tickets for the Monto Show are now available for pre-purchase online.
All pre-purchased tickets go in the draw to win a family pass with Great Ocean Helicopters

https://www.trybooking.com/DJFTP

ANZAC Day Dawn Service.
2026-04-25 04:00 - 06:00

ANZAC Day
2026-04-25 05:00 - 13:00

ANZAC Day March
2026-04-25 09:00 - 10:00

Scam Awareness session
2026-04-28 11:00 - 13:00
Monto Magic, in partnership with BIEDO and NBN Local is hosting a Scam Awareness session at the Montonian Luncheon.When: Tuesday 28th AprilWhere: Monto Community Hall, Newton StreetTime: NBN will be there from 11am – 1pmFor catering don’t forget to book in directly:
$10 Two course meal and raffle tickets.
Bring a small gift for the lucky door.
Doors open 11 lunch served at noon.
Book at the ADRA shop

Montonians Lunch
2026-04-28 11:00 - 14:00
$10 Two course meal and raffle tickets.
Bring a small gift for the lucky door.
Doors open 11 lunch served at noon.
Book at the ADRA shop

Monto Magic Tourism Action Group Meeting
2026-04-28 17:30 - 18:30
Time: commencing at 5.30 pm

Location: Monto Railway Building located 7 Lister Street, behind the information centre.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Cattle Sale
2026-04-29 09:00 - 12:30
07 41661662
monto@kellco.com.au
