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The Narra Tree is home to a talented mix of creators and educators, each bringing their own style, skills, and creative energy to the space. They’re here creating and educating — and they’re always happy to say hello.
Scroll down to meet the people who are filling the space with art, ideas, and inspiration.
Deborah
Deborah
0481 351 248
Owner, operator and resident ceramicist here at the Narra Tree, I have a growing passion for functional ceramics. I also run workshops sharing my passion for clay with adults and young people.
I have always loved art and as a trained art teacher I believe that everyone is creative in one way or another, whether you express that creativity in the kitchen, on the dance floor, or in a game of basketball (as described by Danielle McDaniel).
The Narra Tree is a welcoming and collaborative space for people of all ages; a space where you can create and educate. There are rooms for artists to rent and space to hire for groups and workshops.
My vision is for Narra to be a self-sustaining creative space for our local community. Come join us and see what you can create.
Kate
Kate
0488 321 605
VPG is a not-for-profit community organisation based in Far North Queensland. Our purpose is to improve child and youth transitions. We work collaboratively with families, tailoring our support to best suit YOU – your needs, your goals and your family.
As a parent living and working on the Cassowary Coast, I understand how widespread and diverse we are. I know first-hand the value of being a part of a supportive community and the need to access effective, quality and practical family and parenting support.
With a psychology background, I am interested in child development, family dynamics and supporting the improvement of mental health outcomes through enhancing deeper family connections.
My goal as the Every Family Officer for the Cassowary Coast is to provide convenient, positive and empowering support to families through the range of programs we provide.
Kara
Kara
I’m Kara, the owner of Joy: Learn, Grow, Play - before and after school nature-based classes for every kind of kid. With a background in agriculture, education, and creativity, I wanted to create a space for children where learning feels like an adventure. Joy is built on the idea that kids thrive when they’re doing—getting hands in the dirt, creating with natural materials, and exploring the world with curiosity.
I bring over a decade of experience in community stakeholder engagement and am considered an agtech specialist in Queensland, serving on both national agriculture and compliance boards and locally on Terrain NRM’s board.
My favourite role, however, is being a mum of my beautiful kids. I’ve seen firsthand how hands-on, engaging learning can transform confidence, creativity, and connection—and this is the spirit of Joy!
Freda
Freda
0483 092 127
Aboriginal Artist Freda Masina, holds cultural workshops, for weaving, art, storytelling for children and other workshops that focus on women in the community.
Helen
Helen
Speech Pathologist, Helen Porter, travels from Cairns one day per week to provide paediatric speech pathology services at the Narra Tree.
Helen is an experienced clinician who has worked in both private and educational settings. Helen has a particular interest in preschool aged children with speech and language delay or social interaction difficulties associated with Autism.
Joanna
Joanna
In 2023, Joanna Warburton, mother of four and lawyer of a decade, embarked on a journey of self-discovery that led her from the pressures of corporate life to the creative freedom of the rainforest. Now, based at the Narra Tree, Joanna is using the space to keep writing books and run her small publishing company, Lustre&Leaf, that offers editing and proofreading services.
Alongside her literary pursuits, Joanna is also distance educating her youngest children, Charlotte and Josh, embracing a holistic approach to learning that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and connection. Her work and life are guided by a deep appreciation for philosophy, nature, and the transformative power of storytelling.
Join us!
Join us!
If you need a private studio to rent to create your masterpiece, or an office to hire for a few hours a week, or a relaxed space for a community workshop, have a look at what's available at the Narra Tree and call Debbie on 0481 351 248.
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