Whether you’re an experienced maker or just love to tinker, this is your chance to design a unique, non-edible gingerbread house for a town-wide display competition.

Use any materials you like—from cardboard and old books to recycled items—and create a whimsical, non-perishable masterpiece that will be featured in shop windows across town. We will provide an array of materials but feel free to bring some decorations or your own items to add to the free materials.

Submit your intention to enter your Gingerbread House in the competition to events@devonport.tas.gov.au with your name, email, contact phone number and age (if you are under 18) by Monday, 28 October (houses don’t need to be completed until Monday, 18 November).

Be part of a festive community event that celebrates handmade artistry. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate, with categories for Favourite, Most Creative, and Most Unusual Material.

Guidelines:

• Houses should be between 30cm and 100cm in width.
• All materials should be durable, non-edible, and safe for public display.
• Decorations must be securely attached.
• Let your imagination run wild—use mixed media, fabric, clay, natural materials (bug-free!), and more!

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your skills and spread holiday cheer.

To ensure a successful event, please:

· Don’t attend if you are unwell.

· Let us know if you can’t attend so we can offer your place to someone else.

· Let us know if you have any support needs, or if a support person will be coming with you.

Accessibility:

· The multi-level car park (corner of Best Street and Fenton Way) provides disabled access parking, lift access and flat walking surfaces between the car park and the paranaple centre. Council parking fees apply.

· Entrance to the paranaple centre is via automatic doors at both Market Square and Rooke Street entrances. The Market Square entrance offers universal access and is available at the touch of a button, providing ease for patrons with access difficulties.

· Inside the paranaple centre, Devonport Library is located on both ground and first floors. Escalators, lifts and stairs are available to take you between the two floors. A parent and child room is situated on the ground floor and accessible toilets are available on all floors.