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Community support

Becoming an Australian citizen

View upcoming Australian citizenship ceremony dates and learn about the roles and responsibilities for those involved in citizenship ceremonies.

Australia Day in the Byron Shire

Find out what's happening in the Byron Shire for Australia Day.

Grants and funding

Find out about what grants are available for community, arts or events, and heritage projects. See what funding Council has received from the NSW Government and Australian Government.

Housing Affordability Initiatives

Housing affordability is a key issue for Council and our community. Learn about some of the initiatives being taken to address housing affordability in our Shire.

People with disability

We are committed to co-creating an equitable, accessible and inclusive community.

Volunteering

Byron Shire Council celebrates the incredible contribution volunteers make to our community. There are many ways you can volunteer in the Byron Shire.

Homelessness in the Byron Shire

Information about homelessness issues in the Byron Shire, including Council and community initiatives.

Community sector collaboration

We convene community forums for organisations to collaborate, exchange information and discuss innovative service models that respond to community needs.

Council regularly checks in with young people in the Byron Shire about what’s important and includes youth in community-wide decisions.

Council also work with community organisations, schools and groups to make Byron Shire a great place for young people to live, work and play.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community

We are committed to promoting mutual respect and harmony between Aboriginal and non-aboriginal people in the Byron Shire. In April 2019 the Federal Court recognised the Native Title of the Bundjalung of Byron Bay Arakwal People.