Ignite Studios at Northern Rivers Community Gallery

Ignite Studios at Northern Rivers Community Gallery, located in the heritage-listed former Ballina Fire Station, is a vibrant cultural hub supporting artistic and creative development in the community. Designed to foster local talent and encourage cultural engagement, Ignite Studios hosts a variety of creative events, pop-up exhibitions, hands-on workshops, and offers flexible spaces for hire.

Catering to the growing demand for arts and cultural activities, Ignite Studios features two dedicated venues that support four key offerings: Creative Studio Spaces, a purpose-built Artist-in-Residence Space, versatile Workshop Spaces, and the unique ‘Engine Room’.

Originally the station’s engine bay, the ‘Engine Room’ now functions as both an art education facility and an experimental project space for contemporary art exploration.

Whether nurturing emerging artists, hosting collaborative projects, or offering enriching community programs, Ignite Studios is a cornerstone of creative expression in the Northern Rivers region.