Category: Byron Bay

If you’re feeling anything like us, given everything that 2021 has thrown at us, you’ll be hanging out for a (much-deserved) mini-break! For our local Byron friends and beyond, who are lucky enough not be affected by border closures and lockdowns, Blackbird Byron is offering 40% off* from 27 July–31 August for you to enjoy […]

Northern NSW’s premier food event, Sample Food Festival is returning to the Bangalow Showground on Saturday 4th September 2021. The 10th Anniversary edition of Sample Food Festival will feature a line-up of special guests along with a selection of the region’s best restaurants, breweries, distilleries, local market stalls, and a series of workshops and pop-up events to […]

The Byron hinterland offers views, wilderness and a rich-farming history. Explore the countryside and small villages… and still be able to spend some time in Byron Bay. To help you start dreaming of your next holiday to the Byron hinterland, here are some of the top reviewed accommodation options available on booking.com. Sanctuary in The […]

The 2021 National NAIDOC Poster, ‘Care for Country’ was designed by Gubbi Gubbi artist Maggie-Jean Douglas. Using the 2021 NAIDOC Week theme, Heal Country!, as inspiration, ‘Care for Country’ is a bright and vibrant artwork which explores how Country has cared for and healed First Nations people spiritually, physically, emotionally, socially and culturally. The artwork […]

2021 FESTIVAL RESCHEDULED NATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM Monday 26 – Thursday 29 September 2022 FESTIVAL WEEKEND Friday 30 September – Sunday 2 October 2022   The Mullum Circus Festival announced that it will henceforth be known as National Circus Festival, with its new name and branding officially unveiled alongside its early bird 2021 program announcement. To be […]

It’s always good to have a few school holiday activities planned, with the cooler winter weather – most water activities aren’t suited to kids. Winter in Byron is also whale watching season – and a great time for beach or bush walks. Here’s a few ideas of the sort of activities suited to kids in […]

The final line up of TEDxByronBay has been released showcasing some of the most interesting and inspiring people in the region. “We’ve got underwater explorers (yes, Franck actually slept underwater for four days!), the nation’s favourite garden gnome, our local Deathwalker, an expert on the songs in our streams, an artist exploring why rainbows make us happy, […]

SPLENDOUR XR – It’s Unreal – A World First Immersive Virtual Music Festival Experience – Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 July 2021 (AEST) – On Sale Now Splendour in the Grass is thrilled to introduce Splendour XR, a bold and world first extended reality edition of your favourite Aussie festival. It’s online, priced to be affordable and It’s […]

Byron Bay may be renowned for its wellness culture, but the region isn’t jumping on the well-being bandwagon or following some Instagram-fuelled trend. For decades, Byron and its surroundings have been a mecca for individuals seeking an alternative lifestyle. Inspired by the speculator natural environment and long history of unconventional living, Byron Bay is home […]

Byron Bay might be renowned for its natural beauty and colourful character. But for the food-loving visitor, idyllic beaches and lush rainforests pale in comparison to the region’s thriving food scene. If you’re planning a business event in the Byron Shire, give your employees and co-workers the foodie experience of a lifetime. Here’s a suggested […]

This will be the ninth year for the Byron Coast Charity Walk, taking place Saturday 22 May 2021. The walk will start from Dening Park, Byron Bay and walkers can choose from three distances: 12KM – Byron Bay to Broken Head Reserve $60 Participant Fee Limit of 200 participants 24KM – Byron Bay to Lennox Head […]