The Living Smart Festival is one of Australia’s largest community sustainability events, held on the traditional lands of the Awabakal People. Now in its 10th year, this free flagship event takes place on Saturday 19 September at Speers Point Park and attracts more than 15,000 attendees.

The festival encourages visitors to engage with local artists, taste local produce from a variety of food trucks, and connect with community organisations from across the region.

Mai-Wel will be at the IncludingYou tent on the day, a quiet and safe place for people who need some respite from the noise and crowds of large events. The tent is a space for people with disabilities, their families and carers, it can also be used by people with an illness or injuries, older people, parents with prams or anyone else who would like to relax.