Destination Byron 2025 Symposium: Thriving Together – Building the Future for Byron Bay

When: Thursday 23 October 2025, 9:00am – 2:30pm
Where: Byron Community Centre, 69 Jonson Street, Byron Bay
Tickets: $89 + booking fee at www.byroncentre.com.au

Destination Byron invites the community and local business owners to its 2025 Symposium, “Thriving Together: Building the Future for Byron Bay.” Held at the Byron Community Centre, this year’s event promises a full day of ideas, collaboration, and practical solutions to strengthen the Byron visitor economy while benefiting the community.

Expect a day packed with fresh insights, interactive workshops and actionable takeaways, along with a working-style networking lunch to connect with industry peers.

Speakers include:

• Professor Sara Dolnicar – Sustainability keynote and pro-environmental tourist behaviour expert

• Mark ‘Mono’ Stewart – Adaptive surfing champion, sharing accessible tourism insights

• Clifford Bennett – Economist providing a global update on business and tourism trends

• Jess Ruhfus – Award-winning marketer on successful brand partnerships

Morning sessions will explore sustainability, regional tourism data, and case studies on accessible events. A funding workshop will examine practical models to support Destination Byron’s future initiatives. Afternoon sessions include keynote presentations, a panel discussion with community leaders, and live Q&A, giving attendees the chance to provide input and feedback.

Sponsors: Gold – Byron Community Centre; Silver – Crystal Castle, Byron Golf Club, Ballina Byron Airport, Wake Up, Tree House, Crystalbrook Byron, BASQ House, Elements of Byron, Cape Byron Kayaks, Business NSW.

Tickets are limited. Book now at www.byroncentre.com.au to secure your place at Byron’s premier visitor economy event.

For more information about Destination Byron, visit www.destinationbyron.com.au.