Memory Counts

Do you have a meaningful personal or professional memory connected to the Old Courthouse building? Were you part of a formative project, exhibition, or opportunity at Platform Arts—or do you hold a story from our earlier Courthouse era (1938–91)?

A familiar landmark for Djilang residents, the Old Courthouse has played a significant role in nurturing generations of emerging artists and musicians. Since its beginnings as the Courthouse Project in 1996, and through its evolution as COURTHOUSE ARTS and Courthouse Youth Arts, the organisation now known as Platform Arts has grown in close relationship with the local arts community—shaped by the people, practices, and stories that have passed through its doors.

In 2026, Platform Arts marks 30 years of activity. To honour this milestone, we’re inviting alumni, past staff, artists, and community members to contribute memories that reflect the energy, experimentation, care, and creativity that have defined the organisation across three decades.

To participate, you can book a 15-minute in-person recording session or submit your story via the online form. All contributions will be collated into a celebratory publication and a special program broadcast on Pulse Radio.

Interview session windows:

11.00AM—1.00PM (15 mins each)

26 FEB

12 MAR

26 MAR

09 APR

Whether joyful, reflective, or unexpected, your story helps build a living history of Platform Arts and the vibrant arts community of Djilang.

From October to December, these shared stories will form part of a special anniversary program, including events, podcasts, short stories, and online resources. Fortnightly recording sessions will be held to collect oral histories, alongside the option to submit written reflections.