Connection and creative expression are at the heart of Gunnedah Shire's first exhibition for 2026.
'Ageing to Create' will open on Friday, 13 February and showcase the works of seniors aged 58 to 98 who attended GoCo's Monday and Friday Social Support Groups in 2025.
The vibrant collection of artworks includes a wide range of mediums including macramé, painting, papier-mâché, and other hands-on crafting techniques.
GoCo's Executive Manager Bruce Mercer said both staff and seniors alike were excited to see their efforts displayed on the walls of the Gunnedah Bicentennial Creative Arts Gallery.
"These works reflect the heart of the program - fostering social connection, encouraging creative expression, and supporting mental stimulation and physical movement through artmaking," he said.
"We are also fortunate to welcome the children from Mary Ranken Child Care Centre once a month and their visits spark joy, playfulness, and a wonderful sense of shared creativity, often bringing out the 'child' artist in all of us.
"Together with singing, laughter, and a friendly game of bingo each month, this exhibition celebrates the spirit of community and the power of creativity at every age."
Ageing to Create will open at the Creative Arts Gallery at 4pm, on Friday, 13 February, 2026 and continues until Friday, 20 March, 2026.
Caption: Ageing to Create is an expressive and collaborative collection of artworks by Gunnedah Shire's seniors including Margie Winsor, Rick Thomas and Gwen Griffen. They are pictured here with GoCo program coordinator Deborah Neaves (back).
