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Assisted dying Voluntary euthanasia options are discussed at meetings held quarterly on the Gold Coast. For more information phone Elaine 07 5580 8215.
Art exhibition Art exhibition being held by four local artists. Artwork for sale from 23 August at Kirra Hill school and community centre on the top of Kirra Hill, behind the big eagle. 9am till 4pm Monday to Friday. 0414 376 057.
#StartupByron Meetup Is this Thursday 7 September 5.30pm at The Sun Bistro (Byron Arts & Industry
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Neighbourhood Centre Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre is open Monday–Thursday 9am–4pm and offers a range of services and activities. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy art, music, games, great food and more. Call reception on 6684 1286 and discover what is on offer.
Low-cost or free food Food Box Thursdays 9.30–11.30am at Uniting Church, Mullumbimby. If you have any sort of Centrelink card you may purchase cheap food, obtain free veges, and enjoy a cuppa. Free Food Relief Bags for anyone doing it tough, every Thursday 9–11am at The Hub Ocean Shores, cnr Rajah Rd and Bindaree Way. No ID or Concession Card required. NILs referral service also available. Check Facebook page The Hub Baptist Ocean Shores for details. C3 Care Byron Bay Food Care – log on to www.c3byronbay. com to see if you are eligible, or call 6680 8872.
Respite Service Byron Shire Respite Service Inc delivers high-quality respite care to a broad range of clients throughout the Byron, Ballina and Lismore shires. Donations welcome: Ph 6685 1921, email fundraiser@byronrespite.com.au, website: www.byronrespite.com.au.
Meditation Buddhist meditation teaching and practice now at the living Yoga Sanga, first floor, 63 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby, 6-7.30pm, Mondays. Contact Mishaela, 0438 858 842 or mishaele@si.org.au. Dzogchen Meditation and Study Group 1st and 3rd Saturdays each month at Mullumbimby Civic Hall. Contact Didi 0408 008 769 for more info. Byron Mindfulness-Insight Meditation Sangha & Pairoj Brahma 7pm–9pm Tuesdays at The Yurt, Temple Byron www. templebyron.com. No fees. Andrew 0426 119 171, Pairoj 0423 241 916. Buddhist meditation and conversation with John Allan, Mondays 6.30 – 8.30 pm, The Yurt, Temple Byron. No fees. John-0428 991189.
Alateen Meeting Alateen meet every Thursday at 5–6pm. Do you have a parent, close friend or relative with a drinking problem? Alateen can help. For 8–16-year-olds meet St Cuthbert’s Anglican Church Hall, 13 Powell Street, corner of Florence Street ,Tweed Heads. Al-Anon family groups for older members at the same time and place. 1300 ALANON 1300 252 666 www. al-anon.org.au
Estate). Whether you’re an existing entrepreneur or wantrepreneur, just connecting with what’s happening in Byron Bay and the region, #StartupByron Meetup is a free, open and inclusive group focused on connecting anyone interested in startups in a casual setting – #juststart. Register via startinno.com/ events/startupbyron-meetup.
History’. Visitors and new members welcome. Ring 6685 1732.
5.30pm on Wednesday 27 September at Ocean Shores Tavern. Membership renewals now due. Enquiries: 0429 803 561.
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At our next meeting on 12 September at 10am in the RSL, Mullumbimby, our guest speaker will be Warren HastingsHarris. Subject: Otto von Bismarck. All welcome. Enquiries 6680 7350.
Social group for over-60s. A group of likeminded local singles who meet every month for lunch at a local hotel. We play cards, walk, and meet for coffee. Next lunch will be at Lennox Head on Sunday 10 September. Interested in joining us? Ring Natalie 0498 480 373.
Mullumbimby branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) meets Wednesday 13 September at 10am at the CWA Rooms. Bring a plate. New members welcome. Info: Jenny 6684 7282 or Sue 6684 1675.
Quota Club
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Quota Club of Brunswick Valley will be holding a craft show, Saturday 9 September, 9am–2pm, at St Martin’s Church Hall, Stuart St, Mullumbimby. $3 entry. Contact Betty 6684 2056 or Lynne 0409 672 008
Murder, Mayhem and Paint: the disturbing story of Walter Sickert. Presented by Michael Howard will attempt to untangle the truth of the claim that this well renowned artist was responsible for the murders attributed to the infamous Jack the Ripper. Doors open at 6pm and the presentation will begin at 6.30pm. Guests welcome ($25 includes wine and light supper).
Uniting Church Op Shop open Saturday 8am till 12 noon. Huge spring clearance. All clothing half price. Summer and winter clothing including jeans.
The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) mothers’ support group next meeting is on Thursday 14 September at 10am at St John’s Hall, Murwillumbah Road, Mullumbimby. Enquiries: Jan on 0431 477 445.
Orchid show Orchid show at Mullumbimby ExServices Club on 8 and 9 September. Enter your orchids in the show by 6pm on Thursday 7 September. Phone Penny on 6680 1600.
BV U3A U3A Brunswick Valley Tuesday forum 12 September 10am–12, Uniting Church Hall, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads. Alan Maclean: ‘A Topic on Australian Social
Social sporting groups Senior social table tennis at Bangalow Bowling Club Sundays 2–4pm. All levels welcomed. Call Margot 0412 394 932. Tuesday Ladies Group of Riverside Tennis Club welcomes new players 9.30am every Tuesday next to Heritage Park, Mullumbimby, for social tennis, fun and friendship. Info: Barbara 6684 8058.
Breast Cancer Support Byron Breast Cancer Support Group meets every 3rd Wednesday 12–2pm at NSW Cancer Council rooms 8/130 Jonson St, Byron Bay. Anyone experiencing/ed breast and gynaecological cancers are most welcome to attend. Enquiries Linda 0413 668 828.
Volunteer hub Choose from 40 organisations at the volunteer hub at Byron Community Centre. Make a difference in your community, have fun, learn new skills and meet people Ph 6685 6807 email volunteers@byroncentre.com.au
Cty Shopping Bus Seats available on fortnightly Community Transport Shopping Bus from Suffolk Park/Byron Bay to Byron town centre. The door-to-door bus costs $6 and is available to people who can’t access mainstream transport due to age, disability or other reason. Call Amanda 1300 875 895.
Baby massage At the Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre. Friday mornings, weekly, baby massage classes for expectant and new parents and carers. Gold coin contribution. Bookings essential. Linda 0411985557
Junior chess club The Mullum junior chess club meets after school until 4.45pm Tuesdays in room F4 at Mullumbimby High School. All ages, all standards, encouragement and professional coaching. Ph Mike 6684 6281.
Language exchange Byron language exchange club is a free conversation meet up held twice a month in Byron Bay. Contact Paola info@ clacademy.com.au, and don’t forget to mention the language you want practice. Volunteers welcome.
Museums Brunswick Valley Historical Society Inc Museum corner of Myocum and Stuart Sts Mullumbimby, open Tuesdays and Fridays 10-12 and market Saturdays 9-1. Discover your local history, join our team – 6684 4367. Bangalow Museum & Tea Room open Tuesday-Friday 10am-3pm, Cnr Ashton & Deacon Sts Bangalow. Volunteers sought, please contact the museum 6687 2183.
Drug support groups Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the shire – www.aa.org.au. Are you experiencing difficulties and challenges because of the alcohol or drug use of someone close to you? Learn coping skills and gain support
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U3A Ballina/Byron
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Byron Sophia Byron Sophia Philosophical Group: Jiddu Krishnamurti, religious philosopher, author and educator. Thursday 7 September, 1–3pm, Uniting Church, Carlyle St, Byron Bay. Celia 6684 3623.
Byron Friends of the Libraries present Anna Middleton in conversation with Candi Baker, Friday 27 October at Bangalow Heritage House. $10 includes drink and nibbles. Bookings essential: wwwbyronbayfol.com or at Bangalow Newsagency on 6687 1396.
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from others. Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. For information and meetings call 6680 7280. Are you concerned about somebody else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups meetings held Fridays 2pm. Uniting Church Bangalow – 1300 252 666 www.al-anon.alateen.org/ australia. Crystal Meth Anonymous is a fellowship of people for whom all drugs (but especially crystal meth) had become a problem. Meeting held Wed 7.30am, Byron Bay Surf Club. Call 0478 061 479 to speak to a local member or visit www. crystalmeth.org.au.
Info: Leanne 0409 818 643.
Craft group
Uniting Church Op Shop, Dalley St, Mullumbimby – open each Saturday 8am–12 noon. Byron Bay Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–1pm. Volunteers needed. Enq Jeni: 6685 7816 or 0439 344 281. Anglican Church Mullumbimby Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–4.30pm, Saturday 9.30am–12.30pm. Volunteers needed, enq to shop 6684 4718. Mullumbimby Seventh-Day Adventist Op Shop opens Monday – Thursday 10am-3.30pm, Friday 9am – 2pm and third Sunday of the month 10am-2pm. Companion Animals Welfare Inc (CAWI) op shop Brunswick Heads (next to supermarket) open Mon–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat 9am–2pm.
The Uniting Craft & Social Group meets every Monday 9.30am–2.30pm at the Uniting Church in Carlyle Street, Byron Bay. Bring lunch and whatever else you need. All welcome. Do you prefer patchwork and quilting? Come along on Monday evening same place at 6pm. Enquiries Tilly 6685 5985.
Handicraft Group Weekly handicraft group in Mullumbimby CWA Rooms each 1st, 3rd and 4th Wednesday of the month throughout 2017. New handicrafters welcome. Enquiries Margaret Mudge 6684 2956.
Carers’ support Mullumbimby Mental Health Carers’ Support Group for family members and friends who have a loved one with a mental health issue. Meeting on 4th Thursday of each month 9.30am at the Mullumbimby Neighbourhood Centre.
Byron Bay Garden Club meeting at 1.30pm, Saturday 9 September, Pandanus Room, Byron Services Club. Lunch at 12.30pm. New members welcome. Enquiries to Jeni on 0439 344 281.
Peace day
Breastfeeding
WIRES WIRES is recruiting! Training coming in September that will teach you to rescue and provide emergency care for injured and orphaned wildlife. Enrol now on 6628 1898 or see http://wiresnr.org/ Helping.html.
Thursday 21 September, meet at 2pm at the Peace Pole in Byron Bay for music, peace flame, dances of international peace, and see doves released as a symbol of peace. Bring musical, artistic or message contribution. Wear white (optional). Then 4pm at 5 Carlyle St, Uniting Hall, for music and speakers. Film The Coming War on China by 6.30pm. Enquiries harmonyhealing@hotmail.com FB messenger Shamana Marshall.
Lismore Public School Previously called The Demonstration School and East Lismore Public School, Lismore Public School will be holding an open afternoon and an anniversary dinner on 16 September. Contact Jean Berry, née Black, on 2017lps75yearreunion@gmail.com or 0414 794 380.
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Toy Library Byron Shire Toy Library is open Mondays and Thursdays 9am–12 noon, at the Children’s Centre, Coogera Cct, Suffolk Park. Come and see the large range of preschoolers toys available for loan.
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Rainbow Dragons Rainbow Dragons Abreast (RDA) welcomes breast cancer survivors for a paddle at Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Head, on Sundays 7.30 for 8am start. Info Marian 6688 4058, mazzerati2010@ gmail.com.
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CoDA Co-dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a worldwide network of groups of men and women learning how to develop and maintain healthy and fulfilling relationships. For more information visit www.codependentsanonymous.org.au or phone 9281 3330.
$500 GRANTS SEPT 2017 The Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby are offering
MONTHLY GRANTS up to $500 These grants can be applied for by any Not-For-Profit organisation or group which supports our local community within the Byron Shire (except Bangalow who have their own Lions Club) i.e. Church groups, health groups, local charities, service groups, any humanitarian purposes. Must benifit our community. These grants will be offered each month. Contact the Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby PO Box 12 Mullumbimby Email: clairejharris999@gmail.com An application will be sent to you. Applications must be received by date shown on the application. No grants were awarded in August because the Community benefit requirement was not met Unsuccessful applications do not carry forward, a new application is required. Any questions phone Tony Cornell 6680 2011 Joan Towers 0400 484 419 or Claire Harris 6680 3707
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1. Judge infiltrates Simone’s warriors (6) 5. Garryowen’s cocktail (8) 9. Sample bet directions hold back rodents (8) 10. Former pupil with pine rectangle (6) 11. Reaching orgasm about job of fertilising (10) 13. Morning fine? Crazy! (4) 14. Place notice (4) 15. Major pact I shakily preserve (7,3) 18. American territory engages top courier (6,4) 20. Towards a ship captain wants to win (4) 21. Correct bad diet (4) 23. Feathers flight to lower level (10) 25. Conditioned reflex man? Famous dancer lost a … (6) 26. … hand tool! Pin down collection! (4,4) 28. Frankly sweet about one Dutch lady (8 ) 29. A drink to produce trance (6)
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2. Spontaneous, without rehearsal (9) 3. Cumulative prize, in gambling games (7) 4. All Americans’ uncle (3) 5. Capital of Vietnam (5) 6. Highest civilian award for bravery (6,5) DOWN 7. Australian insect with a nasty bite (7) 2. I’m on time – you reported 8. Particular language or jargon (5) unprepared (9) 12. Jewish symbol (4,2,5) 3. Thompson beer glass – a big win 16. French word for king (3) (7) 17. A continent for a nation (9) 4. Stosur’s South Australian man (3) 19. Alarmed, confused (7) 5. Charge up to a hot Asian city (5) 20. Cars, and other vehicles on the roads, 6. Clooney angry at bravery award collectively (7) (6,5) 22. Roman goddess of the hunt (5) 7. Target a territory for a stinger! (7) 24. Frightened, apprehensive (5) 8. Fisho – jargon! (5) 27. Scottish version of John (3) 12. Once was a mark of persecution – surprisingly dad favours it! Last week’s solution N194 (4,2,5) C A L L O F T H E W I L D 16. One alternative – up to French E A V H V O E P ruler (3) N E R V E I D E N T I C A L T V R R R A L A 17. Oz arranged as a ritual (9) R E A S S E S S E S L A D Y 19. Confused traitor was first over A E T S B R I time (7) L A R C E N Y T S A R I S T 20. Motor vehicles trade (7) C E I L N A A R S E N I C A L L A G O G 22. Best quality turned up in S H G A I E A the genetic material of dead T R U E D R Y M A R T I N I princess (5) I F E D H I M N 24. Frightened of unknown, N E F E R T I T I N E A R S following empty talk (5) G L N F G A G A E Y E O F T H E S T O R M 27. Single article for Fleming (3)
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