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Read the full storyA beloved monthly calendar event across the Hinchinbrook region, Markets at the Mosaic will make its 2025 debut on Saturday the 19th of April!
Held from 8am to 12pm in Mercers Lane towards the end of each month, Markets at the Mosaic provides local entrepreneurs with the opportunity to share their handmade pieces with the entire community.
2024 hosted another mammoth year of milestone achievements for the humble market group as they welcomed hundreds of new customers each market day and plenty of new and exciting vendors.
Riding the wave of momentous success, the group has opened applications for stallholders to be part of the first Markets at the Mosaic event for the new year! Interested stallholders are encouraged to email admin@hinchinbrookchamber.com.au to receive an information pack and organisers advise its essential to ensure all Public Liability Insurance documents are up to date.
“At Markets at the Mosaic, we are only about handmade, home grown, home designed, and hand built,” shared market organisers.
“So, if you’ve got your own little side hustle going with your won creativity on show, we’d love to see you!”
What: Markets at the Mosaic
When: Saturday the 19th of April from 8am to 12pm
Where: Mercer Lane
More Information: email admin@hinchinbrookchamber.com.au