More than an events platform.
Shumbi exists because discovering wonderful local experiences has become surprisingly difficult.
Incredible workshops, classes, markets, performances and community gatherings are scattered across Facebook groups, social feeds and countless little websites. Most of the time, we only hear about them once they've already happened.
Shumbi is being built to solve that — a calm, beautifully organised place to find what's happening near you, and return to whenever curiosity strikes.
Our Vision
We believe curiosity makes communities stronger.
Attending an event isn't simply "something to do."
It can become the start of learning a new skill, meeting a new friend, supporting a local business, discovering a passion, or feeling more connected to the community.
Every experience discovered strengthens the local community in small but meaningful ways.
Our goal is simple:
Spend less time searching. Spend more time experiencing.
Built Around People, Not Algorithms
Shumbi is designed from a human perspective, not an engagement one.
Built By Someone Who Uses It Too
Shumbi is being built by someone who lives within the community — and I'll be using it alongside everyone else.
Every frustration, every confusing interaction and every opportunity to improve is something I experience myself.
Because of that, Shumbi will keep evolving — refined patiently, in small honest steps, to create the best possible experience for Discoverers and Creators alike.
Supporting Both Sides
Shumbi exists for both sides of the community.
For Discoverers
Finding meaningful experiences becomes easier — no endless scrolling, no missed events, no noise. Just the things happening nearby that might genuinely light you up.
For Creators
Wonderful events actually get discovered. Organisers spend enormous time promoting across platforms and still struggle to reach the people who'd love what they offer. Shumbi exists to bridge that gap.
What We Stand For
These aren't values written on a page. They guide every decision made while building Shumbi.
Looking Ahead
Shumbi begins in the Northern Rivers, but hopes to grow gently into other towns, cities and communities over time.
Growth will never come at the expense of the original vision.
How You Can Help
If any of this resonates with you, come along for the journey.
Every new Discoverer helps a local Creator. Every new Creator gives someone else something wonderful to discover.
"Spend less time searching. Spend more time experiencing."
Thank you for helping build a stronger, more connected community together.
— Shumbi