Jodi Haines is a Tasmanian and Gomeroi person, born and raised in Nipaluna with strong ties to her dad’s community of Toomelah, northern NSW. Jodi has been performing for many decades as a singer-songwriter with a long history of mentoring and supporting Palawa musicians. Jodi continues to track her life journey through song, often created in the loungeroom alongside her approving dog Jasper, a crackling fire and night sounds of nature that carry beautiful melodies beyond the tinkering of an old Yamaha keyboard.

Jodi is an emerging multidimensional artist who uses imagery, writing, acting and music to honor Country, people and childhood suburban memories to track the footprints that sit upon ancient knowledge that continue to guide us. Jodi uses story and art practice to express who we are, who we were, and who we want to be.

Suburban Songlines: In search of the Tasmanian Toomelah Tiger

Join artist Jodi Haines on a journey via a heritage 1970's Bedford bus. Meander through suburban songlines via imagery, memorabilia, and song.

When: 2-3 pm Saturday 15 November

Where: Departing the main TMAG entrance

This event will be repeated on the following Saturdays: 13 December, 10 January, 14 February, 14 March and 11 April.

Patron Advice: This is a free event. No bookings required. Limited tickets available on-site from 1.30 pm on the dates indicated. Return bus journey approximately 40 minutes.

The 1970's heritage bus used in this experience is an integral part of the artist's work. However unlike a contemporary bus, this heritage vehicle is not wheelchair accessible. All other elements of the artist's work inside TMAG are fully accessible.

Artist Talks

Co-Creative Director, Travis Tiddy in conversation with artist’s Jodi Haines, Pete Waller, Jonny Scholes, and Jade Irvine.

When: 12-1 pm Friday 14 November

Where: Central Gallery, TMAG