Welcome to Bellingen Community Markets and thanks for joining us. We look forward to a great day of trade, socialising and connection.
The weather has been challenging over the last six months but we have gone ahead and had a dry market. We understand it’s a hard call to attend with rain leading up to day and more predicted, but so far it hasn’t eventuated and those who attended had a great day. The other side of the picture is; it’s quite expensive to run our large monthly market and we rely on your stall fee to help pay the bills, so many thanks for your understanding and attendance.
And talking about bills, due to ongoing rising costs, it’s necessary to increase stall fees. We are sorry but we have no other option. The new fee rise comes into affect in October. The good news is, many people support local artisans, makers, growers, producers and services and we attract stallholders and visitors from far and wide who enjoys our market’s diversity and relaxed atmosphere. AND it can only get better!
On another note, we still have a ton of bags so if you would like one, they are available at the hub for $5 each or maybe you would like to buy bulk and save @ $20 for 5. The bags are a good size to hold all your customer’s market treasurers.
Have a good week and see you soon.
Kaz Selbie, Bellingen Community Markets Manager
PS: Image above is a new scrumptious stall – Welcome Amy from the The Baklover Kitchen who makes traditional fusion baklava and crunch cakes. Amy can be found on the east/south corner of D section. Drop over and enjoy a sweet sensation.
MUSIC
Kaya Boom
Experience the captivating sounds of Kaya Boom in a vibrant solo performance where rhythm and melody collide. Using live guitar looping, expressive percussion and rich rhythmic layers, Kaya creates an immersive musical journey that builds from delicate, sparkly melodies to powerful, uplifting grooves. Every performance is crafted in the moment, blending world music influences with heartfelt storytelling and infectious energy. Audiences are invited to relax, move and be inspired as each layer unfolds into a dynamic soundscape that’s both intimate and exhilarating. A unique live experience celebrating creativity, connection and the universal language of rhythm
See and hear Kaya on stage from 10am – 2pm
Baalinjin Gliders Ultimate Frisbee Team
The Bellingen local Ultimate Frisbee team play weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays @ 4:45pm Connell Park and they are looking for keen players. They will be in the middle of the football oval tossing the frisbee around and having a few throws with the community, so have a go!
COMMUNITY GROUP
Bellingen Scouts
Six local members of the Bellingen Scout Group are preparing for the adventure of a lifetime as they set their sights on attending the 2027 World Scout Jamboree in Poland.
The group, made up of five young Scouts and one leader, will travel overseas to represent both Bellingen and Australia at what is the largest Scout gathering in the world. The World Scout Jamboree is expected to bring together around 40,000 Scouts from across the globe, creating a once-in-a-generation opportunity for young people to build friendships, develop leadership skills and experience cultures from every corner of the world.
While at the Jamboree, the Bellingen Scouts will camp as part of an international troop of around 40 Scouts, sharing responsibilities such as cooking meals, maintaining their campsite and supporting one another as they live and learn together. Over 10 days of activities, the Scouts will challenge themselves with adventures including canoeing, rock climbing, archery, hiking, snorkelling, kayaking, abseiling, canyoning and orienteering, along with many other international Scouting experiences.
Before the Jamboree even begins, the group will also take part in a seven-day pre-tour of Poland, where they will explore cultural landmarks and take part in adventure activities that showcase the country’s history and landscape.
However, getting to the other side of the world takes commitment — and support from the community that raised them. We look forward to seeing many friendly faces at the gates of the Bellingen Community Markets this Saturday!
https://www.facebook.com/belloscouts
Showtime Jumping Castle
This month we have a jumping castle for the children. They will also be selling ice-cream and fairy floss.
STALLHOLDER INFORMATION
Thanks for choosing to be part of Bellingen Markets. We value your presence, creation, product and service. Your lovely stall set up and friendly welcoming manner attracts people to your stall, so make the most of it and have the best day.
To attend our market we ask you read and agreed to the above Terms & Conditions. It gives you a clear understanding of how our market works and what you need to do. And don’t forget, your positive, friendly attitude is contagious to all around.
LINING UP IN MORNING – Are you clear on where you need to line up in morning? See below map. Casuals were sent a booking email with instructions and directions where to line up. In the afternoon all stalls on east side (E & F sections) must line up on west side of Ford St (where permanents line up in morning). It’s important not to cross the road at this busy time of day (2pm). Thanks for your cooperation.
To help your day flow even more smoothly please follow the below:
- Permanent stallholders enter 6.15am.
- Casual stallholders enter 6.30am.
- Casuals line up on road as per email instructions.
- Casuals write stall number on big paper, place on your car dash. This helps place you.
- Please remain quiet lining up in morning to consider sleeping residents.
- If you are the last vehicle waiting in line, turn your hazard lights on, so traffic behind knows you are not moving.
- Drive at walking pace and avoid reversing.
- NEVER EVER DRIVE ON FOOTY OVAL – 1st time offenders will be warned but 2nd time offenders won’t be invited back.
- Listen to market crew directives when entering park. Crew will direct you to your site.
- Park in or close to your site so others can pass.
- Quickly unload gear, take car out and come back to set up.
- Unless you advise, if not arrived by 7.30am, your site may be given to another.
- Park a couple of streets away so customers can park closer.
- Fees are collected from 9.30am so please have correct cash ready.
- Don’t rely on sales to pay your stall fee.
- We are a plastic free market. No plastic!
- Food stalls must use recyclable/biodegradable eating utensils; cutlery, plates, cups, serviettes.
- It’s vital we reduce our waste – please also do the same. Take your rubbish home. Don’t place your waste in our bins.
- Food vendors to take food scraps home for compost or green bin.
- Smile for the camera as photos are taken and uploaded to Facebook after the market.
- Please report all incidents to crew or Manager.
- Gates open again at 2pm to leave.
- Pack up before getting car to ensure a smooth exit.
- If your vehicle stays in market during day, please also wait until 2pm to leave.
- If you must leave early you need to walk your gear out.
- No vehicles enter the park before 2pm.
- Please be out of the park by 3.30pm.
- Thank you for leaving your space clean and tidy.
- Sorry no dogs allowed.
- No smoking in the park, please go outside.
- Market bags can be purchased at the market hub (west side of oval) for $5
- It’s a big list but it’s achievable and helps big time. THANKS 🙂
BACK TO BOWRA 2026 – STALLHOLDERS WANTED!
Back To Bowra returns on Saturday, 14 November 2026, 10am-4pm @ Bowraville.. They are looking for some amazing local makers, creators, small businesses and market stalls join them for the day!
Last year was their first Back To Bowra celebration in 15yrs, marking the 50th anniversary, and what an incredible day it was! They welcomed more than 4,000 people into town throughout the day, creating such a fantastic atmosphere and a great opportunity for our stallholders to connect with the community. This year they are planning an even bigger celebration, with plenty happening throughout the day and lots of people expected to come along and enjoy everything Bowra (Bowraville) has to offer.
If you’re a market stallholder looking for a great community event to showcase your products, meet new customers and be part of a fantastic day, they would love to hear from you! If keen send an email to: backtobowracommittee@outlook.com
Want to contact us: Ring 0400 261 693 or email info@bellingenmarkets.com.au
SEE YOU SATURDAY 🙂
