Mullumbimby residents have gathered to work toward building new governance and decision-making models after the community identified these as its top priority for the region, The Echo reports. The initiative reflects a move by the community to take a direct hand in shaping how local decision-making processes operate in the area.
The Byron Bay Film Festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a 10-day event running from 16–25 October 2026, according to Australian Rural & Regional News. The festival will feature cinema, filmmakers and events across Northern Rivers communities.