9.00am
EVENT OPEN TO COMMUNITY
ALL SEWING MACHINES GO…
GET CREATIVE!

WELCOME TO COUNTRY
Mayor Steve Allan - Official opening

10.00am
ZENZI GRACE – Talk on her career in the fashion industry, from Jenny Kee to Jag Clothing, plus all things Vinnies & what we do.

10.30am
SAM TATE – Talk on Bellingen Shire Council partnership with UPCYCLE4BETTER & how it will work.
AMANDA CARTER - BOWERBIRD TIPSHOP – Talk about textile waste and the impacts at the tip.

11.00am
MARY WALKER TEXTILES - Talk on how to recycle, reuse and upcycle waste textiles such as tablecloths into classically stylish garments.

12.30pm
PURPLECARD PROJECT – Siobhan Donges discusses the reality and environmental impact of textile waste and the landfill crisis with clothing in Australia. Sharing tips on how to dispose of your unwanted clothing.

1.30pm
SALTWATER SISTAS – Rhiannon Mitchell talks about mental health and the benefits of creativity for youth.

2.00pm
ZENZI GRACE – Giving out Golden tickets for Behind the runway / Showcase community creations / Talk about evening event.