Visit the Studio
Studio visitor information
APA’s studio is located at 24 High Street, Northcote. It is open to our artists during term blocks on the following days and times:
- Monday to Friday: 9:30am – 3:30pm
- Saturday: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Visitors are welcome during these hours to view the current exhibition in our Northcote Project Space, located in the studio foyer.
The studio is where our artists work. All work spaces within the studio are not open to the public without prior arrangement. If you are interested in a studio tour, please contact us to arrange your visit.
All visitors are kindly asked to check in with our friendly reception staff upon arrival.
The studio is closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and during term breaks.
Accessibility, services, and amenities on site
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The studio is wheelchair accessible. It is a two-story building with a lift available to the top floor.
Wheelchair accessible toilets for all genders are available on site.
There is a wheelchair accessible parking bay located out the front for artist drop off.
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The studio can be a vibrant space with lots of conversation at times. We encourage those with sensory needs to bring ear protection and discuss their needs with staff.
A reset room is located on the second floor for anyone to use. It is also wheelchair accessible.
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Accessible, gender neutral and single occupant toilets are available on site.
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While our team is super skilled, we don’t provide 1:1 support. Support workers are always welcome to come along.
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Service animals and guide dogs are welcome.
Out of consideration for others, we ask that social and leashed pets are not brought into the studio.
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APA artists have access to tea in the onsite kitchen, along with a fridge and microwave to store and heat up meals.
We are located next door to 4 Beans Café which serves a range of dine-in and takeaway meals, coffee, and other beverages.
We are also a short 350 meter walk from Westgarth Shops, where you will find a variety of cafés, grocery stores, a chemist, and more.
Getting here
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The closest tram stop to the Northcote Studio is Walker Street/High Street (Stop 26) on Route 86.
This stop services both directions:
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Towards Waterfront City/Docklands (City-bound)
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Towards Bundoora (Outbound)
Route 86 runs frequently along High Street, providing easy access to and from the Melbourne CBD and northern suburbs.
For tram timetables and journey planning, visit the PTV website.
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The closest train station to the Northcote Studio is Westgarth Station, located on the Hurstbridge Line.
Westgarth Station is approximately 400 metres from The Northcote Studio.
The station features a wheelchair-accessible platform.
For up-to-date train schedules and accessibility details, visit the PTV website.
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The nearest bus stop to the Arts Project Australia Studio is located directly on High Street. It is 40 meters from our entrance at 24 High Street, Northcote.
This stop is serviced by Bus Routes 250 and 251, which provide convenient connections to and from Melbourne’s city centre and surrounding suburbs:
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Route 250: City (Queen Street) to La Trobe University (Bundoora)
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Route 251: City (Queen Street) to Northland Shopping Centre
Both routes run frequently throughout the day and stop close to the studio.
You can check real-time schedules and plan your trip via the PTV website.
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There is one accessible parking bay directly outside the Northcote Studio.
A limited number of free parking spaces are available along High Street and Cunningham Street.
On Walker Street, you’ll also find a small number of free 2-hour parking spots.
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Bike parking is available at the entrance of the Northcote Studio. Please remember to bring your own lock.
Virtual Tour
Ahead of your visit, familiarise yourself with the space.