A free family-friendly community celebration for World Environment Day will be held on Sunday, 7 June, at the Murwillumbah Showgrounds from 10am till 3pm.
Organised by Tweed Landcare Inc. and Caldera Environment Centre, they described the event as a climate-focused festival, which ‘aligns with the United Nations’ 2026 theme: climate action and seeking solutions for a safer, resilient, and sustainable future’.
Organisers say, ‘This year’s free festival includes solar-powered festival entertainment – supported by Southern Cross University’s Sunflower Solar Trailer – and brings together many local environmental organisations, cultural leaders, scientists, and artists to inspire community-led climate resilience’.
Event overview & headline stage program
The Sunflower Speakers & Performers Stage will host an engaging program throughout the day, guided by MC Sam Refshauge, Managing Director of Northern Rivers community resilience organisation Plan C:
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Keynote Q&A: A headline exchange between award-winning climate scientist and author Dr. Joëlle Gergis (Humanity’s Moment: A Climate Scientist’s Case for Hope) and prominent comedian and activist Mandy Nolan. They will reflect on the path forward in the face of climate change.
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Climate Resilience Panel: Key community leaders from the Regenerative Northern Rivers movement will lead a panel discussion on localised, community-driven climate resilience, featuring Plan C, Jagun Alliance, Imagine Northern Rivers’ Carmen Stewart and SEED Northern Rivers.
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Aboriginal Use of Plants: Cultural educator Uncle Franc Krasna, an elder of the Goodjinburra clan, will present on the generational knowledge and traditional uses of native plants in the Tweed.
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Live Music Spotlight: Renowned percussive acoustic guitarist and Bluesfest standout Jerome Williams will deliver high-energy performances and local Minjungbal Elder and acoustic musician Uncle Garry Kafoa will share stories and songs connecting listeners to Country.
Interactive & hands-on activities
‘Beyond the main stage, attendees can participate in practical sustainability demonstrations and cultural workshops running around the festival:
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Natural Fibre Weaving: Join Minjungbal Tagalaka South Sea Island artist Kyra Togo at the weaving tent to learn basic techniques, explore natural materials, and create a unique piece to take home.
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Cultural Fire Gathering: Jagun Alliance will host a traditional fire stick gathering and demonstration.
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Earth Building Demonstrations: Rebecca Whan will showcase the art of sustainable, low-cost earthbag wall building.
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Chemical-Free Bush Regeneration: Organic Landcare will run live demonstrations focusing on chemical-free weed management and ecosystem restoration techniques.
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Family & Kids Entertainment: Susie and her crew from the Hoopla Kids Circus will provide family entertainment with acrobatics, circus tricks, and humour, alongside dedicated kids’ creative arts and crafts stalls.
A Waste-Wise Community Event
The World Environment Day Festival is proudly a Waste Wise Event. The festival will be utilising reusable foodware and an on-site wash-up station. Attendees are asked to BYO bottles, cups, and cutlery.
For the complete program and more information, visit:
World Environment Day Festival 2026 – The Caldera Envionment Centre
Website: tweedlandcare.org.au
Facebook:/TweedLandcare
Key sponsors are Tweed Shire Council, Southern Cross University, Uki Residents Association, Rainbow Power Company, and ITV Studios.
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