In her twelve years living in the Pilbara town of Dampier, she was actively involved with local art groups as Chairperson of Dampier Arts Studio (2012-17), was appointed Member, Arts and Events Advisory Committee with City of Karratha (2017-2020) and forged a strong profile in arts practice and art education. Monty has engaged communities including primary schools, secondary schools, seniors groups, at risk and disability groups across a variety of art disciplines including puppetry, public sculpture, painting, printmaking workshops.