Adaptation Stories — Northern Rivers screenings
SCREENINGS
Q&A PANEL DISCUSSIONS
Climate adaptation isn't an abstract or future concept—it's happening right now in our communities. Adaptation Stories captures eight Northern Rivers locals as they navigate real change in response to our shifting climate.
Each film captures personal journeys of resilience and creativity, showcasing how individuals are thinking about what adaptation can mean for themselves and their communities.
From farmer-led strategies in Richmond Valley, to arts-based perspectives in Lismore and business owners in Ballina, the stories span diverse approaches to adaptation across our region.
We're hosting six screenings of these short films across the Northern Rivers, creating spaces for local conversations about what adaptation means here. Post-screening Q&As with community leaders and audience members will explore what’s most important for local resilience and adaptation.
This project supports community engagement for the Northern Rivers Disaster Adaptation Plan, being developed by the NSW Reconstruction Authority. It's about starting conversations that matter—about how we adapt, together, to the changes ahead.
Adaptation Stories in Richmond Valley
Thursday 23 October
5.30 – 7.00pm
Woodburn Hall
127 River Street
Woodburn NSW 2472
Free. All welcome
Places are limited and registration is essential.
Q&A discussion
This screening will be followed by a Q&A with local community members:
Florence Dagan, Richmond River Cane Growers Association
Lyuba Zarsky, Evans Head Resilience Network
Hosted by Dan Etheridge, Engagement Director, Living Lab Northern Rivers
Please get in touch with us at livinglabnr@scu.edu.au or on 02 6626 9188 if you have any accessibility requirements.
Adaptation Stories in Byron Bay
Thursday 30 October
5.30 – 7.00pm
Palace Cinema Byron Bay
108 Jonson St
Byron Bay NSW 2481
Free. All welcome
Places are limited and registration is essential.
Q&A discussion
This screening will be followed by a Q&A with local community members.
Details to be announced shortly.
Hosted by Elizabeth Mossop, Academic Director, Living Lab Northern Rivers
Please get in touch with us at livinglabnr@scu.edu.au or on 02 6626 9188 if you have any accessibility requirements.
Adaptation Stories in Clarence Valley
Thursday 6 November
5.30 – 7.00pm
The Saraton Theatre
99 Prince St
Grafton NSW 2460
Free. All welcome
Places are limited and registration is essential.
Q&A discussion
This screening will be followed by a Q&A with local community members.
Details to be announced shortly.
Hosted by Dan Etheridge, Engagement Director, Living Lab Northern Rivers
Please get in touch with us at livinglabnr@scu.edu.au or on 02 6626 9188 if you have any accessibility requirements.
Adaptation Stories in Lismore
Thursday 13 November
5.30 – 7.00pm
Living Lab Northern Rivers shopfront
11 Woodlark Street
Lismore NSW 2480
Free. All welcome
Places are limited and registration is essential.
Q&A discussion
This screening will be followed by a Q&A with local community members.
Details to be announced shortly.
Hosted by Elizabeth Mossop, Academic Director, Living Lab Northern Rivers
Please get in touch with us at livinglabnr@scu.edu.au or on 02 6626 9188 if you have any accessibility requirements.
Adaptation Stories in Tweed
Wednesday 19 November
5.30—7.00pm
Uki Hall
1462 Kyogle Rd
Uki NSW 2484
Free. All welcome
Places are limited and registration is essential.
Q&A discussion
This screening will be followed by a Q&A with local community members.
Details to be announced shortly.
Hosted by Dan Etheridge, Engagement Director, Living Lab Northern Rivers
Please get in touch with us at livinglabnr@scu.edu.au or on 02 6626 9188 if you have any accessibility requirements.
Adaptation Stories in Ballina
Thursday 4 December
6.30 – 78.00pm
Ballina Surf Club
65 Lighthouse Road
East Ballina NSW 2478
Free. All welcome
Places are limited and registration is essential.
Q&A discussion
This screening will be followed by a Q&A with local community members.
Details to be announced shortly.
Hosted by Elizabeth Mossop, Academic Director, Living Lab Northern Rivers
Please get in touch with us at livinglabnr@scu.edu.au or on 02 6626 9188 if you have any accessibility requirements.