To mark International Women’s Day 2026, Mornington Peninsula Shire presents a new ephemeral public artwork by interdisciplinary artist Chaco Kato. Join us for the launch of Chaco Kato's public art installation with a musical performance by Ayako Fujii and a guided sound bath.

Saturday 11 April

11am Qi Flow Class - $10

12.15pm Live Music: Margo Mann - New project from Taylar Caroll

1.15pm St Andrews Beach Community Choir - Free

Saturday 18 April

10am Tour of The Purple Patch - Free

The project recognises the many ways women sustain cultural knowledge through everyday practices — from handmaking and repair to nurturing environments and communities.

Kato’s work reflects how creativity is often embedded in daily life, and how women’s contributions are expressed through ongoing, often unseen labour rather than permanent or monumental forms.

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