Aunty Lois Cook is from Aboriginal Cultural Concepts. Aunty Lois is a Traditional Custodian of Ngangbul Country in the Bundjalung Nation of Eastern Australia. Ngangbul lands extend from Brunswick Heads in the north, through Byron Bay and Ballina, to Wardell and Cabbage Tree Island on the Richmond River, then to Evans Head in the south.

Aunty Lois has a diverse and rich background and has been involved in performing arts, education, and administration.

Since 2013, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail Supporters, a group of community volunteers, local government councillors, staff and leaders of the tourist industry, had a vision to preserve and revitalise 130km of disused rail corridor between Murwillumbah and Casino, converting it to a world class car-free corridor through the region’s spectacular landscapes.

The NRRT Supporters are the not-for-profit community arm of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail driving support at all levels, including volunteering, community events, funding and industry knowledge, donations and opportunities for community groups, maintenance and conservation projects.

Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For more than 110 years, Rotary's people of action have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water and health, we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end.

Visit the Information Stall at the Green Living Expo for more information.

Having somewhere dry and warm to sleep, prepare meals, and be with your family is vital for starting the long process of rebuilding your life.

ShelterBox teams work with disaster-hit families  around the world, offering emergency shelter and other essential items to support them in rebuilding their lives.

Every disaster is different and so is every community, so ShelterBox spends time with those affected to make sure they can offer the right support at the right time to help them recover.