The ArtHouse New Norfolk

25/05/2026

[INKub8tor] After 5 wonderful years of words, ideas, laughter, vulnerability, courage, connection and creativity… it feels like the right time for INKub8tor to take a little pause.

What began as a space for spoken word, poetry, prose and creative exploration became so much more because of every single person who walked through the doors and shared a piece of themselves. Whether you came once, came often, read aloud, listened quietly, encouraged others, or simply held space in the room — thank you. You helped shape something truly special.

For now, we’re putting the group on hold to allow time for renewed creativity, rest, reflection and preparing what comes next. We’re not sure how long the pause will be, but this is not goodbye forever.

To our beautiful community of writers, thinkers, storytellers and humans — thank you for being part of the journey. We’ll be in touch when the time feels right again.

Until then… keep writing.

David & Nicky

24/05/2026

Our Menu - Saturday

24/05/2026

Our Menu - Tuesday to Friday

21/05/2026

Well… we thought we’d be reopening tomorrow!!!

But after a few weeks of giving the artHouse a much-needed refresh (and giving our slightly frazzled staff a chance to remember what sleep feels like), we’ve realised we need just one more day to put the finishing touches on things.

So instead of Friday (tomorrow), we’ll be reopening on Saturday 23rd from 8.30am — perfectly timed to jump back into the wonderful Saturday market festivities!

The walls are fresher, the team is recharged with plenty of stories to share and we absolutely cannot wait to welcome everyone back through the doors.

Thank you for your patience while we tidy, tweak and shuffle furniture around 17 times - sorry Dave!!!

See you Saturday morning at the artHouse!

Nicky and the artHouse team

17/05/2026

Now the dust has settled on the Tasmanian Autumn Festival & David and I have had a moment to rest and reflect. We wanted to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to the incredible committee behind it all Derwent Valley and Central Highlands Tourism Association Inc

From booked out workshops, basketmaking, watercolour painting, oil painting, printmaking, a couple of successful exhibitions, Repair Cafe, INKub8tor, busy busy cafe with sold out food items, knitting squares together to keep our community warm this Winter and so many wonderful conversations along the way (gee no wonder we are tired!!) — this festival brought new & familiar faces through our doors and reminded us just how special this Valley really is.

A huge thank you to Liz and Sharmaine for the enormous amount of organisation, encouragement, coordination and behind-the-scenes work that made it all possible. Events like these don’t just happen by accident, and we are so grateful for the passion and energy poured into creating opportunities for our business and our community to showcase itself, connect, create and celebrate together.

Thank you for including us in such a beautiful festival season — we already can’t wait for next year.

07/05/2026

The café might be taking a little break, but Create Do and Mend by the ArtHouse just down the road is still open and ready to help you spoil Mum this Mother’s Day

Looking for the perfect gift for your crafty mum? We’ve got beautiful creative goodies, art supplies, puzzles, thoughtful finds… and if you’re not quite sure, a Create Do & Mend gift voucher is always a lovely choice.

Come and see us instore or online at https://www.createdomend.com.au/

MOTHERS DAY - SUNDAY 10 MAY
Why 3D Puzzles Make the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift
Move beyond the usual and gift something she can truly enjoy. These beautiful 3D kits blend creativity, craftsmanship, and a little mindful escape — from intricate florals to charming scenes and moving designs. They’re not just gifts, they’re experiences to build, relax with, and proudly display.
Pop in and explore our range — we’ll help you find something as unique and thoughtful as Mum.

03/05/2026

[TIME FOR A BREAK] It's been a busy few months for the entire Team, so it's time for a short break to refresh and recharge. THE ARTHOUSE WILL BE CLOSED FROM MONDAY 4 MAY - OPENING AGAIN ON FRIDAY 22 MAY. We'll see you soon.

02/05/2026

[Time for a Break} We're going to take a breather to recharge - not only ourselves and the Team, but also to give the place a refresh.
THE ARTHOUSE WILL BE CLOSED FROM MONDAY 4 MAY - RE-OPENING ON FRIDAY 22 MAY.

01/05/2026

Derwent Valley Repair Cafe tomorrow from 11am (in The Studio behind Create Do & Mend, 63 High St, New Norfolk) FOLLOW THE SIGN in the New Norfolk Market - and check it out

27/04/2026

[HOT SPUDS] Locally grown HOT SPUDS will all of your favourite trimmings. Bacon - Cheese - Coleslaw - Sour Cream - Caramelised Onions - Mexican Beans - Salsa - Chicken Curry - Thai Curry