Lismore City Council is backing a community call to "Clean Up the CBD" as part of Clean Up Australia Day 2026, inviting locals to roll up their sleeves and help tidy up the heart of town.
The community clean-upwill run from 10am to 1pm on Sunday, 1 March 2026, with a focus on giving Keen Street and the surrounding blocks a visible, practical refresh.
Sunday's 'Clean Up the CBD' has been organised by Keen Street business owner Felicity Hyde from Scoops and Candy, who has rallied other local operators to get behind the effort.
Felicity is encouraging everyone to turn up and pitch in.
"We have a lot to be proud of in Lismore, and we are a great town, and it'll be great if we can get together and do what we can to help clean up our wonderful CBD," Ms Hyde said.
"Let's give Lismore the love it deserves. Come along, grab a bag and a pair of gloves, do a blockie, and help get the town shining again. It's super important we get behind causes like this."
Lismore City Deputy Mayor Jeri Hall said the clean-up is about civic pride, ownership, and making the CBD feel cared for.
"Felicity has done what good locals do, she's stepped up and brought people with her," she said.
"This is a simple way to make a real difference in a couple of hours. Whether you're a business owner, a family, a student or a retiree, come along on Sunday, 1 March and help give our town an extra bit of love."
Deputy Mayor Hall also said Clean Up Australia Day is proof Australians will show up when something matters.
"Last year, more than 800,000 volunteers took part across the country, the biggest Clean Up Australia Day ever, he said.
"That tells you people take pride in where they live. In Lismore, let's make 2026 no exception. If you care about this town and you care about the CBD, turn up on Sunday, and help and support our wonderful local business community."
To take part, register via https://register.cleanup.org.au/fundraisers/felicityhyde/lismore-cbd-clean-up
Please wear enclosed shoes and bring a hat and a water bottle. Council will provide bags and gloves on the day and will remove and dispose of all collected waste after the clean-up.
Photo left to right: Lismore City Deputy Mayor Jeri Hall with Scoops and Candy business owner Felicity Hyde and Councillor Gianpiero Battista.
