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June 13, 2026

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It feels so nice,

To sip some ice,

In Mullum on a hot summer’s day.

Though you may dismay,

When your keys go astray…

Mullum is no place to hate!

Fun times and lots of laughs,

With different people at different parks.

Funny to see them all go by, the people of Mullum are as different, as a strawberry from a fly.

Nice people, some at least.

A good community, for human and beast.

Little things, like a leaf or a berry,

Can make your dreams come true,

Like a wish from a fairy.

Mullumbimby is an awesome town.

It’ll turn any frown,

Upside down.

So be free! Come to Mullum with me!

Do something boring…

Stare at a tree!

Dancing, sports, and hipsee doo.

All the things in Mullum you do.

Have some fun,

All the time to waste,

Say goodbye to stress,

And come down to the best.

Mullumbimby!

Rex Miyakota, age 10 – Huonbrook

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Load limit increased for Byron Creek Bridge

The load limit for Byron Creek Bridge has been increased to 24 tonnes, say Byron Shire Council, following structural analysis of the bridge.

Festival and event grants on offer

Community organisations are encouraged to apply for NSW government grants to bring cultural festivals and events to life across the state over the coming year.

Dr Bronwyn Bancroft wins prestigious Ochre Award

Bundjalung woman and artist Dr Bronwyn Bancroft AM has received the Red Ochre Award for Lifetime Achievement in Artistic Excellence.

The Pocket Winter Festival bringing you music, food and fun

The Pocket Winter Festival is set to return on Sunday, 21 June, from 10am to 2pm, bringing together the community for a day of music, food, entertainment and family fun at The Pocket Public School.