Traci is an energetic member of the Mackay arts scene, blending a talent for leadership with a genuine passion for community. She’s worn many hats, including four years as President of Printbank Mackay and three years as Secretary for Crossroad Arts, Mackay’s renowned inclusive arts organisation. 

She’s deeply invested in seeing regional creatives thrive, having spent time on the RADF Assessment Committee ensuring value for money in the funding of local projects. As an artist herself, Traci leads workshops at Artspace Mackay and MRC Library as well as volunteering for Public Programs at Artspace. Whether she’s handling the fine print of governance or getting hands-on with a project, Traci contributes to bringing creative prosperity to the Mackay community.

Yvonne is Treasurer for Mackay Creatives Inc. Her background in teaching accounting as a Business Education teacher in the State school system and TAFE Qld,  gives her the skills needed to prepare and maintain appropriate financial records.  Her administration and governance skills were acquired through a number of high-level employment positions:

• Personal Assistant, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Overseas Division
• Senior Teacher, Junior Preschool, Canberra Grammar School
• Office Manager, Mackay Office, Cancer Council Qld
• Store Manager, Creek Street Store, Lifeline Mackay

Yvonne has previous experience in working with volunteers of various ages and skills, inspiring them to commit to the organisation and develop their interests.She currently serves as Secretary on the Body Corp Association for her residence andis an ordinary council member on the Mackay Anglican Cluster Council.

Karen has been involved in the Mackay arts scene since she arrived here from Japan nearly 30 years ago. Whether she’s in the classroom or her own studio, she’s always lived and breathed art.

With a Diploma of Teaching and a Master’s in Contemporary Visual Art under her belt, she spent years as a high school Art and Japanese teacher. As Head of Department (Languages) at two local schools,she tackled everything from budgets to running major cultural events—earning an Award for Excellence in Teaching along the way.

Her passion for Japanese art and culture also saw her spend nearly two decades volunteering as a translator and facilitator of cultural events for the Mackay-Matsuura Sister City project.

Karen is a huge believer that art should be for everyone, regardless of their skill level. Over the years she’s poured her time into grassroots community-based projects, from workshops with Crossroad Arts to serving as Secretary for Printbank Mackay. These days, you’ll find her volunteering at Artspace Mackay, helping out with various public programs, proudly committed to the community she loves.