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“Esoteric wasnt just a festival. It was a vision, a lifestyle, a family a soul project built from the ground up,” explained Co-Founder and Director Sam Goldsmith.

"This decision does major reputational damage to Victoria’s live music and festival sector as a whole."

"To say we are disappointed is an understatement – we are gutted," said festival Managing Director Sam Goldsmith.

One week ahead of kick-off for the Esoteric Music Festival, the local Buloke Shire Council is recommending the event's planning permit be refused.