Expanded SustainaBellingen Showcase
The Bellingen Show is proud to present the SustainaBellingen Showcase, our celebration of sustainability, community resilience, and environmental stewardship. After the tremendous success of last year's event, we're thrilled to announce that SustainaBellingen will return bigger and better than ever at the 2025 Bellingen Show.
Building on last year’s success, the 2025 SustainaBellingen Showcase will feature:
- Two full days of presentations, workshops, and interactive activities
- A dedicated marquee designed to bring our community together
- Expert speakers sharing knowledge on climate, wildlife, and sustainable living
- Community-led panels exploring local resilience and environmental action
Star-Studded Lineup
We're excited to welcome some incredible speakers to the 2025 showcase:
- Graham Creed, former ABC weatherman, discussing climate change, sustainable agriculture, and insights from his book "Weatherman Goes Bush"
- Andrew the Bird Guy, our local expert, sharing how to attract birds to your garden and interpret bird alarms
Tackling the Big Issues
SustainaBellingen isn't just about celebrating our achievements—it's also about confronting challenges head-on. Join conversations about:
- Affordable housing with the Housing Matters Action Group, including their pioneering Australian-first Community Land Trust project
- Disaster preparedness with NCN's Weather Watch and Bush Telegraph projects
- Local environmental conservation with presentations from Landcare and the Jaligirr Biodiversity Alliance
Interactive Experiences
Get hands-on with sustainability through:
- Films and demonstrations, including the beautiful short film "Whispers of Wilderness" showcasing our stunning region
- Home electrification insights with Geoff Tosio
- Sustainable fashion workshops with Amanda Fairbanks
- Understanding our catchment with Cascade Environmental Education Centre
Be Part of the Change
We invite you to participate in our popular "Harmony with Nature" photography category, capturing the beauty of sustainable practices and environmental stewardship in our region.
Join Us for a Sustainable Future
The 2025 SustainaBellingen Showcase brings our community together to share knowledge, explore sustainable practices, and build a resilient future. Join us for engaging discussions, practical demonstrations, and inspiring stories from local experts and community leaders.
Together, we're proving that small changes add up to significant impact. Help us make the 2025 Bellingen Show our most sustainable yet!
Mark your calendars for the Bellingen Show, May 24-25, 2025, and be part of this exciting community journey toward sustainability!
