RUSSELL ISLAND COMMUNITY ARTS (RICArts)
RICArts is a Non-for-profit, community-based organisation offering a variety of art mediums such as; Patchwork, Sewing & Craft, Art, Clay Sculpting, Pottery Wheel Throwing, Woodwork, Abstract Painting, Ukulele, Mosaics and more. Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9.30 am - 12.30 pm.
RICArts Arthouse & Gallery: Entry via Robert St, Russell Island (short walk from the jetty). Gallery only opens on weekends as needed. All welcome! While you’re here, grab a coffee from ROSIE’S – Island Beans Coffee Cart.
SMBI COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND
Island community band (started in 2023) welcomes new players of all ages and levels—woodwind, brass, percussion and more.
Rehearsals: Sundays (school terms), 2:00–3:30pm, Macleay Island Progress Hall. Just come along and join!
Enquiries: Eve Newsome – evenewsome@hotmail.com
THE BAY ISLAND SINGERS INC
Practice Every Monday 2–4pm, Russell Island Recreation Hall
The Bay Island Singers are now meeting at the Recreation Hall, Russell Island (near the ferry terminal) every Monday from 2–4pm. Everyone is welcome — no experience necessary! Come along, lift your voice in song, share some laughter, and enjoy afternoon tea with a friendly group of locals who simply love to sing together. Cost is just $5 per week. Last practice for 2025 will be on 14 December. For more information contact:
BERNIE’S ARTISAN MARKET & SOCIAL
Every 3rd Saturday at the Macleay Island Progress Hall and grounds.
TENNIS ON MACLEAY & LAMB ISLANDS
Social tennis three times per week:
Mon 3:00pm – Macleay Tue 4:00pm – Lamb
Thu 2:00 or 3:00pm – Macleay Cost: $2 per day. All welcome (players 18–88!). Text Graham 0492 951 458.
GIRLS’ DAY OUT LUNCHES
Held last Thursday of the month. Raffle proceeds go to the Animal Welfare League. New and returning participants welcome. Info: Sue 0434 969 790.
VISTA GROUP – MACLEAY ISLAND
Improving Streetscapes & Facilities. Join us for 2hr Tuesdays 4:00pm-6:00pm. WHERE: VISTA PLACE (Near Energex Depot-Southsea Tce) OR: Txt Suzanne 0435 006 365
START IN THE PARK
Light exercise with Council equipment (bring your own dumbbells too). Thursdays 8:00am, opposite Macleay Community Centre. Info: 0400 463 443.
MACLEAY ISLAND UKULELE GROUP (MUGS)
Over 10 years strong! Fridays 12:00–3:00pm, Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island.
Fee $5 casual (includes afternoon tea). First time free.
Bring your uke and join the fun—or just pop in and say hi.
See our Facebook Group for updates.
CAN DO COMPANION LINE
Need help or just want a chat? Feeling a bit isolated? We can keep in contact, check you’re okay, run a few errands, and listen. Mon–Fri 9:00am–3:00pm – Lea 0422 465 493.
JPS IN THE COMMUNITY – MACLEAY ISLAND LIBRARY
Need a document witnessed or certified? Walk-in service, no appointment needed. 26 Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Fridays, 10am–12pm Ph: (07) 3409 4243
LAMB ISLAND CRAFT GROUP
Tuesdays 9:00am–12:00pm, LIRA building near Progress Hall.
All welcome for good company and a cuppa.
MACLEAY ISLAND TOURISM CENTRE
Office open 5 days a week at the Macleay Island Community Hall complex.
LIONS CLUB COMMUNITY MARKETS
Community Market held @ The Community Centre (Macleay Island) 8 am - 12 pm. On the first Saturday of the Month.
COME DANCE WITH US – LINE DANCING
Thursdays 9:30am–1:00pm, Bay Islands Community Services, 55 Jackson Road, Russell Island. Girls & Guys Line Dancing to Country, Pop, Rock ’n’ Roll, Waltz. Contact Joanne 0419 999 540.
TABLE TENNIS
First night free! Mondays 5:00–7:00pm, Recreational Hall, Alison Cres. Contacts: Siobhan 0406 108 882, Alan 0418 799 765.
SMBI NATURE ACTION GROUP
This recently formed group welcomes all residents to help with projects big and small to protect and enhance our unique island environment. In 2026 they will be working with the Council Parkcare program to improve and beautify our island parks. Please contact Eve Newsome to join up! evenewsome@hotmail.com
HUNTING TRASH AND TREASURES
Macleay Island Clean Up - Facebook page or call Sam at 0490 758 016, first Sunday of the month at 3pm
Russell Island Clean Up Walk - Facebook group, first Sunday of the month at 8am
BAY ISLANDS UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB
Tue, 3 Feb, 4pm: Sign on day&fun training for all
Thur, 5 Feb: Sign on& fun training
Training days 2026 are Tuesdays and/or Thursdays.
THE FRIENDS OF THE FARM SUNRISE MARKETS
are fast becoming a monthly favourite, held on the second Sunday of every month at the Russell Island Community Arts Grounds on Robert Street. It’s free to have a stall, call Bob on 0432 092 676 to organise.
