Our story
15 flowers street
Nested in the warm and sunny Townsville, North Queensland Potters Association is a not-for-profit association run by a dedicated group of potters who all share a passion for clay.
Our aim is to promote pottery throughout North Queensland and act as a catalyst for the pottery community in the region. Our studio is well equipped and provides a creative environment where members and students pottery skills are nurtured.
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We love welcoming new students and members to our association!
The studio
let's create
Our lovely studio suits both wheel throwing and handbuilding and boasts a range of both electric and gas kilns. We have indoor and outdoor spaces allowing for various activities, including raku and soda firings. ​
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To use the space we require you to join a class. You can also become a member and have additional access to our studio spaces.
​Equipment includes:
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13 Venco wheels
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large slab roller
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gas kilns x 3
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electric kilns x 3
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multiple work stations
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extruders x 2
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and more...
Our President
2025-2026
Margaret Crawford
Margaret has been a visual artist for over 25 years. Since 2010 her main focus has been on pottery, exploring a wide range of techniques along the way. She is especially drawn to handbuilding and decorating functional ware, though she occasionally makes a few sculptural pieces.
She became a member of NQPA in 2013 and has been on the committee for a number of years. This is Margaret's first time serving as President and we are so proud to have her leading us this time.
"It is a privilege to be part of a club that has been going strong for over 54 years. I am fortunate to have a great team working alongside me, which makes my role much easier and enjoyable. My hope is that, together, we can continue to build a strong and thriving club.
A large portion of our funds is directed towards the ongoing repair and maintenance of the club. However, there are a couple of projects I would really like to see come to fruition in 2026 – specifically, transforming the back courtyard and the front parking area into a more usable space for our members."​
The team
our committee
2025-2026
Committee members:
President:
Vice President:
Secretary:
Assistant Secretary:
Treasurer:
Assistant Treasurer:
General Members:​​
Margaret Crawford
Edward O'Brien
Nathan Mark
Denine Mark
Susan Hatherall
Louise Watson
Daniel White, Fiona Banner​, Susie Renton
Sub-committee members:
Keeper of Kilns:
Clay Supplies:
Librarian:
Newsletter:
Shop Keepers:
Social Media:
​Collection:​
Mark Luton
Daniel White
Louise Watson
Denine Mark
Louise Vella-Cox, Charlotte Johansson, Bronte Wicks, Vey Wicks, Anita Beukman
Megan Marano, Abbey Bryce, Charlotte Johansson
Vacant
