The ‘yellow door’ warmly welcomed The Apron Project Roadshow on the weekend, a celebrated Australian community art initiative, supported by Wee Waa Community Arts and Cultural Centre and The Rotary Club of Narrabri.
As reported ahead of the event, the significant project raises awareness and funds for domestic and family violence services, with a special focus in 2026 on supporting Educational Bursaries for families.
“I am thrilled to be returning to the Narrabri District and particularly to the Wee Waa Community Arts and Cultural Centre.
“CACC fosters creativity, cultural exchange, and community engagement.
“They provide accessible spaces for learning, expression, and connection, enriching the lives of locals and promoting social cohesion,” Sallianne McClelland (current president of the Rotary Club of Wahroonga) said.
The Apron Project was founded by Sallianne and it has been raising funds for women and children escaping domestic and family violence since February 2015.
Over the past decade, 200 artists from around the world have contributed more than 400 stitched, painted and beaded aprons, raising more than $100,000.
The project’s signature apron artworks will be auctioned online, with proceeds directly benefiting Domestic and Family Violence Services.
The auction closes on March 8 at the International Women’s Day High Tea event at Hornsby RSL Club.
The roadshow travels to towns across NSW, educating communities about the epidemic of domestic and family violence and sharing stories through art and community engagement.
Community members are encouraged to get involved, whether by creating aprons, attending the showcase in their communities, or joining in community art projects.
The 2026 Apron Project Roadshow will cover over 2500 kilometres in five weeks, stopping in seven towns located in the four Rotary Districts across NSW.
Funds raised from door donations and raffle in will directly underpin the NDCAS – Narrabri District Community Aid Service.
This year’s Rotary International theme, ‘Unite for Good’, calls on the community to come together in support of women’s health and wellbeing, using creativity and collective action to drive change.
