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Share flood stories at Mullum Farmers Market

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To mark the anniversary of the 28 February 2022 flooding of Mullumbimby, which was followed by continued flooding throughout the town and the Northern Rivers, the Red Cross will be joining Byron Shire Council at the Mullumbimby Farmers Market this Friday 31 March for what they call the Red Cross DROPS (Disaster Recovery of People’s Stories) activities and more.

There will be a free weaving workshop and yarning circles to mark the anniversary of the floods, plus free crafts and face painting for the kids from 7am.

The Mullumbimby Farmers Market is held at the Mullumbimby Showgrounds, 51 Main Arm Rd Mullumbimby, 7–11am every Friday.

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