The Byron Shire Echo – Issue 32.44 – April 11, 2018 by Echo Publications

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New parking restrictions put workers at risk, businesses say Paul Bibby

Hospitality workers finishing late at night in Byron Bay are having to undertake an unsafe walk through the CBD and into the unlit Butler Street Reserve carpark owing to Byron Shire Council’s new parking restrictions, their employers and managers say. But Council says the new restrictions are necessary to improve parking turnover in the town centre, and that it has begun the process of installing lighting in the Butler Street carpark. The issue began on March 29, when Council introduced four-hour parking restrictions in the Lawson Street North car park, located behind the swimming pool. Previously, parking had been unlimited there, and it had been a favoured spot because employees could park there for a whole shift and then have a short, well-lit walk back to their cars. The changes mean late-finishing hospitality staff can no longer park there. Instead, under Council’s new strategy to improve parking in the CBD, they have been funnelled into the free, long-stay carpark in Butler Street Reserve, which is located on the other side of town and has virtually no lighting or CCTV camera coverage. The owners and managers of several local pubs and restaurants, including Byron Bay Fresh Cafe, continued on page 5

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Bayspoke’s Alby Johnson is one artisan woodworker taking part in Woodfest, a family-friendly celebration of all wooden things made locally and sustainably, on Sunday April 15 at Federal Hall from 10am till 3pm. The day will feature a design comp, gourmet barbecue by the Bangalow Men’s Shed and live music. Photo Jeff Dawson

On Saturday March 24, Brunswick Surf Life Saving Club took delivery of a much-anticipated, brand-new Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) with a new outboard motor. Little did club president Craig Reid know how soon it would be used to help save a life after he and other patrol members assembled it at the club. Soon after it was ready to be put through its paces, a junior member ran up from the beach, raising the alarm that three swimmers were caught in a rip beside the south wall. Owing to rough and dangerous surf conditions, the Patrol IRB was dispatched immediately, along with the new IRB as back up. While two swimmers made it to shore safely, one swimmer needed IRB assistance after being washed north across the river bar. After reaching the swimmer, first aid was administered and he was transferred subsequently to hospital. The new IRB was a gift from an anonymous donor and will continue to help save lives. Q Guy Knox is from the Brunswick Surf Life Saving Club.

5,000 residents have their say on West Byron More than 5,000 submissions have been received – mostly against – regarding two massive development applications (DAs) for housing/commercial subdivisions at West Byron, located on Ewingsdale Road. Staff have confirmed with The Echo it is the highest number of submissions they have ever received. And while the date for public submissions closed March 29,

almost 300 late submissions have since been received. Those late submissions will be assessed, say staff, ‘but it will be noted that they were received late.’ ‘The total number of submissions received is an extremely high number for Council and staff are now starting to work through them. The majority of submissions are opposing the development applications.

‘Some of the matters raised so far include traffic, environmental impacts, koalas, stormwater, flooding, earthworks and design. ‘Every submission will be read and the information noted and this will be collated into a report for the NSW Government’s Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP). ‘This is the second time DA10.2017.201.1 has been advertised

and submissions received during the first exhibition period will also be included in the report to the JRPP. Council staff will assess the DAs on their merits and this information will form the basis of a report to the JRPP. All of the submissions will also be given to the JRPP. The JRPP will be coming to the Byron Shire to hold a panel meeting on the DAs on a date yet to be set.’

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Local News Billinudgel on front foot for future flood response Aslan Shand

Billinudgel is inviting everyone to celebrate a year on from ex-Cyclone Debbie as they come together to reconnect and reflect on the last year at the flood anniversary gathering this Friday, April 13 from 5 till 8pm at the Billinudgel Pub. The community event is for families, locals, neighbouring communities and anyone who would like to come and support the town, said Rebecca Brewin from Billi’s Auto, who has been a key organiser of both the flood recovery and strategies for flood response in the future. ‘There will be a jumping castle and face painting, live music, prizes and free food and it is about celebrating the strength and resilience of our community,’ she continued. Funding has been provided from NSW government and Byron Shire Council to help get Billinudgel back in business. The funding will be used to beautify the town, provide workshops and signage, as well as a day of celebration in

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September to highlight what the town has to offer. This Friday is a key step towards bringing the town together, and a chance to ‘have some downtime together, to relax and have a good time,’ emphasised Rebecca. With no current Shirewide flood-warning system in place, Rebecca has helped develop a webpage that brings together a range of

flood information and updates for people. It’s called the Billinudgel Flood Group: www.billinudgelflood.com. ‘People were having to manage so many different webpages to bring all the information they needed together,’ said Rebecca. ‘As a flood comes through, I’ll manage the page, amending it as warnings come. It is just to try to give everyone the

ability to find out the information in one place; have a chat online or post information. It gives the community a little more ability to be updated.’ Rebecca is also working with former Greens councillor Duncan Dey and Council staffer James Flockton to apply for funding for a Shirewide flood-warning system. ‘We hope it will be in place by 2019,’ concluded Rebecca.

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the 2,000sqm site. ‘We want to make sure that if we’re successful in acquiring the building that we know what the state of the structure is,’ Mr Hanley said. ‘We will also soon be undertaking a tour of the site with the architects.’ The community has put forward a range of ideas for the future of the site including, crisis accommodation, affordable accommodation

on limited tenure, and a facility that could deliver services similar to the now-defunct Fletcher Street Cottage. Though the land is owned by the state government and could be sold to a developer or other private enterprise, NSW health minister Brad Hazzard has promised that locals will be given the first opportunity to make their pitch. Mr Hanley said that after a recent meeting, the dead-

line for the community to put forward its proposal was extended. ‘The deadline was extended from April 30 to June 30 to give the community a bit more time to finalise its proposal,’ Mr Hanley said. ‘I would encourage organisations that want to be part of the site to send me letters of intent.’ Ideas can be emailed to chrishanley@byronbayfn. com.

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Local News Writing for social action workshop SCU Law lecturer and CSGfree campaigner Aidan Ricketts’s upcoming workshop Writing For Social Action will be held Saturday April 21 from 10am till 4pm at the Byron Writers Festival Office, Level 1, 28 Jonson St, Byron Bay. Workshop participants will learn how to ‘galvanise community support for their own advocacy campaigns by framing their concerns within widely held community values.’ ‘The question defines the answer,’ Ricketts says ‘What’s in a name and a frame really matters.’ Call 6685 5115 or visit www.byronwritersfestival. com/whats-on for tickets.

Pocket school off to the Games The Pocket Public School is heading to The Commonwealth Games after gaining the support of their community. Seventy-five tickets were alloted in a ballot process last year, says the school’s principal Will Glasson. The school’s year six communication minister, Sienna, said, ‘As a school, we are so excited to be going to this great event.’ Principal Glasson added, ‘It is a great opportunity for our children to see sport on a global scale and it’s in our own backyard!’ The entire school is heading to Carrara Stadium to watch the hurdles, discus, long jump and pole vault.

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Businesses criticise parking changes continued from page 1

The Beach Hotel, Fishheads and Asia Joe’s, say their staff, particularly younger women, do not feel safe walking to or from the unlit carpark through the CBD late at night. Markus Hofer, the owner of the Fresh Cafe, said that when some of his staff had complained to Council about the changes, they were told to park in Butler Street Reserve. ‘I’m worried that one of my staff, or a staff member from one of the other places around here, is going to get dragged into the bushes,’ Mr Hofer said. ‘It’s just not safe. ‘We don’t live in sleepy Byron anymore. Late at night it turns into nasty Byron.’ The manager of The Beach Hotel, Wayne van Haandel, said that many of his staff refused to use the Butler Street Reserve carpark for ‘obvious safety reasons’. ‘Most of our staff will park up near Clarkes Beach and the YAC if they start before 6pm, or they will park at the

other end of town near the police station where it is more lit up,’ he said. ‘Although those areas are more lit up, our female staff generally will not walk to their cars alone at night and often ask other staff for a lift. ‘They did all feel much safer in Lawson Street carpark as it was a shorter distance from work, was well lit up and they could walk together in groups.’

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A number of the local businesses interviewed said they had not been consulted about the new parking rules before they were introduced. They called on Council to reintroduce unlimited parking at the Lawson Street carpark, and to consider longer-term solutions such as a system of special parking permits for hospitality workers. But Council staff say they undertook extensive consultation prior to introducing the changes, which were designed to minimise the number of cars moving around the town

centre in search of a spot by encouraging longer-term visitors to stick to the fringes.

Extensive consultation Council said that the proposed changes had been placed on public exhibition, advertised in The Echo and Byron Shire News, and an online survey had been set up to gauge opinion. ‘The Byron Bay Chamber of Commerce was contacted via email and asked to promote the changes to members, and encourage them to do the online survey,’ Council said in a statement. ‘Unfortunately only a small number of responses were received.’ There had also been Facebook posts, flyers and letters

to residents indicating that the changes were coming. In response to the safety concerns in the Butler Street Reserve carpark, Council said it had begun the process of installing lighting. ‘We have already asked for quotes for this work and we hope the lighting will be in place shortly,’ it said in the statement.

Politics in the Pub One of Australia’s leading revisionist historians Henry Reynolds and respected peace activist/author professor Stuart Rees will be speaking at the upcoming special Anzac Day Politics in the Pub event on Wednesday April 25. The event starts at 6.30pm till 8.30pm and is held at the Courthouse Hotel, Mullumbimby.

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Locally grown theatre to launch in August The BANG! Academy of Performing Arts, based in Bangalow, is excited to announce their inaugural production, Two Wolves, will hit the stage in August. Locally based artists and performers – from seven to 70 years old – are encouraged to audition for the project. BANG! co-director Sarah Allely says, ‘BANG! has been running acting classes and workshops for children and teens since 2016 with a vision to produce professionally crafted theatre for our local youth.’ ‘For our first production, we really wanted to create an original work and something that would initiate conversations between parents and kids – theatre can be such a powerful platform in this way. ‘After reading Two Wolves, we were sold. It is such a suspenseful, action-packed story and lends itself very well to the visual and physical space of theatre.’ Two Wolves, a novel written by local author Tristan Bancks, won honour book in the Children’s Book Council of Australia Awards and was shortlisted for the prime minister’s literary awards. ‘It is a simple story on the

again be working alongside his wife, Anouska. The pair collaborated on Bangalow Theatre Company’s award-winning production of Little Shop of Horrors, and share a love for live performance and community projects.

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surface about two children on the run with their criminal parents, yet it has a heavy undertow that sees its 13-yearold hero crossing and weaving through the Australian bush, facing difficult decisions about trust, truth and blood.’ Tristan said he is thrilled to have his novel brought to life. ‘I started out acting in theatre and filmmaking, so I think of my novels in dramatic terms. I see them unfold visually, so it will be amazing to watch this production come to life. I’m especially proud that it’s a local company of such talented and versatile storytellers.’ BA NG ! c o - d i re c t or Anouska Gammon added, ‘After our initial meeting with Tristan, it was clear we were on the same page, and

also that we would be able to collaborate well. Adapting a novel for the stage is no easy task; there are many things to consider. As the director, I need to get to the heart of the story, the key themes, and from there the script and space will evolve.’ Scenic projection and animation for the production will be by Cumulus Visual Effects. Director Will Gammon said he is excited to

The project is looking for sponsors and welcomes the support of local companies and individuals. With a view to touring regionally and with schools already using the novel in their literacy curriculum, Two Wolves has great potential as a successful stage production, say the directors. To register for auditions visit www.bangacademyofperformingarts.com before April 20. To contact the team regarding sponsorship support please email hello@bangacademyofperformingarts.com.

Rural weddings – have your say by April 13 Public submissions on proposed changes to Council’s policy on rural weddings close Friday April 13. By permitting Function Centres in rural zones RU1 and RU2, Council say they could ‘implement legislative provisions

relating to site suitability and event management to ensure that rural events happen in suitable locations in ways that minimise local disturbance.’ For more info visit www. yoursaybyronshire.com.au/ rural-weddings-and-events.

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With the completion of Council’s trust-building exercise via the Community Solution Panel, a few councillors, staff and panellists met last Thursday in the chambers to discuss the process, its outcomes and how the model can be improved upon. With around 400 people registering to take part, the panel comprised 28 randomly selected anonymous residents and ratepayers who were brought together by the NewDemocracy foundation. As reported last week, the panel have divided rate-rise money into infrastructure sectors such as roads, drainage, parks and pools. Byron Shire’s relatively low ratepayer base, high rainfall, high water tables, beaches, and high biodiversity values are a major challenge for Council, who struggle to keep up with infrastrcuture. Safety was the first and highest priority, said one panellist, adding that there was difficulty in making a decision such as improving a bridge for example, yet potholes either side of that bridge were not repaired. Cr Paul Spooner told the

Councillors, staff and panellists upon the conclusion of the project. Photo Amy Phillips

chamber ‘We have a massive tension to maintain community [in the face of tourism pressures]. We are at a cusp. Other places have gone through popularity and tourism impacts. We see residents move out on a daily basis.’ A panellist said that ‘Tourism should be an issue for state government; Council can’t do this alone. That partnership needs to be stronger.’ Another panellist said they were surprised how difficult it was to explain STEM subjects when discussing the project. STEM subjects are science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. When asked if getting paid influenced any panellist to ap-

ply, many panellists replied that they had no idea there was a modest payment until they were accepted. A panellist said, ‘The motivation wasn’t money – it was that this was outcome focused.’ ‘The reading was phenomenal’, said a panellist when referring to the Community Solution Panel Briefing Book.

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‘It was a great read, and we appreciate the difficulty in what Council does. We had no idea what we were up against. This process made me pro-Council. We did a lot more hours than what was recommended.’ Mayor Simon Richardson also praised the briefing

book, and said the progress associations were also impressed with the booklet. ‘It would be great to put a [similar] booklet together and send it out to ratepayers with the rates,’ he said. NewDemocracy’s Georgina Inwood told the chamber it was an opportunity to set the example for other councils, and was very happy with the outcome. She believes Council staff are undervalued. ‘But they responded [to this process] because they are part of the community,’ Inwood said. To download the briefing book, visit www.yoursaybyronshire.com.au/32788/ documents/72132.

Helping to empower Indian women An inspiring film highlighting the challenges faced by millions of devalued women and girls in India screened at the Brunswick Picture House last Sunday. Funds raised from the Driving With Selvi screening will go towards supporting health and education projects in India through the Women’s Empowerment in Indian Villages (WEIV) initiative. The film follows a woman’s ten-year journey to becoming South India’s first female taxi driver. For more info visit www.gviaustralia.com.au.

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Teachers needed for Monuments Project Primary and secondary school teachers are being invited to assist with educational program ideas for students with the Monuments Project. The Monuments Project aims to chronicle the historic 1979 Terania rainforest protection protests that led to the World Heritage-listed Nightcap National Park. Project co-ordinator Trevor Reece says such a pro8 April 11, 2018 The Byron Shire Echo

gram could lead to more awareness of local history. Contact Reece via email: treece545@gmail.com. He says help is also needed at the Channon and Mullumbimby markets to set up the Nightcap Monuments project display. ‘The display is self-explanatory, but it would be an extra asset for some volunteers to be able to relate to visitors to

the area the significance and legacy of the historic Terania and Mt Nardi logging protests and environmental protection actions.’ If you can assist at the Channon Market, email admin@ thechannonmarket.org.au or phone 6688 6433. If you can assist at the Mullum Market/ Brunswick Valley Historical Society, email bvhs84@yahoo. com.au or phone 6684 4367.

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The freeing and Flo of breath Mandy Nolan

It’s not every day you meet a yoga teacher called Flo. Ironically Flo Fenton’s name reflects her philosophy, and this yoga teacher, trained by masters of Iyengar, Astanga, Satyanda and Viniyoga traditions, is all about deepening the awareness between the body, the breath and the mind. The style of yoga that Flo teaches is therapeutic Vinyassa Yoga. She says, ‘It generally means we have a focus on connecting movements and breath and make sure the practice is safe and beneficial for whoever is doing it.’ ‘We make sure there is no strain on the body. One of the main principles is moving energy through the body. ‘A lot of people think that yoga should be like you are at the gym, but doing yoga like that only gives you a small

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number of benefits. It’s not actually how yoga was intended. Classical yoga is for the mind.’ It’s hard to convince me about yoga. I’ve always felt resistance. Not just in the body, but in my mind. But Flo may have just inadvertently convinced me to give it another go. Yoga that feels like some sort of headstand comp has always left me a bit cold. Well, I’ll be honest: intimidated

and frightened. This 95-kilo woman is used to standing on toes, not on her own head. But mind-freeing yoga? Who doesn’t want some of that! ‘The reason we practise yoga is to free the mind from distraction so we can meditate. It‘s about being able to do our life. If we are upset and distressed we don’t make good decisions,’ says Flo. ‘Yoga means union, and it’s about combining awareness within the body.’ Flo believes the stresses of modern life really impact on this union. ‘We have such scheduled lives,’ she says. ‘We tend to live by lists and ticking things off and every day we have tasks we think of doing. The most important thing we do on our list is to take time out and replenish, otherwise we run on empty and nothing we do

comes from a place where we can make good decisions or interact in an harmonious way. We see things through a screen of our stuff.’ Flo believes that in just an hour and a half a week you can change that. ‘If you give yourself that time you can let go of responsibility and let go. ‘We often don’t know where the pain is in the body and we don’t listen – how to stop and be still. When we move the body and use the breath we are switching off the stress chemicals and switching on the happy chemicals and the endorphins.’ At the upcoming Spirit Festival Flo will be running workshops that focus on the awareness of the breath entitled The Power of the Breath. To find out more about Byron Spirit Festival, running April 20 till 22, visit www.spiritfestival.com.au.

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a packing area for customers. Mayor Simon Richardson officiated at the event, which took place outside the store, surrounded by families enraptured by special guests Dirtgirl and Plastic Free Boy. Ms Mainsbridge described it as ‘a simple idea that celebrates community self-reliance in addressing the pressing need to reduce waste’. ‘The celebration in Mullumbimby was primarily to celebrate the town’s exemplary appetite for sustainable change,’ she said. ‘Is there any other town with a plastic-bag free IGA

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and Woolies? Ms Mainsbridge said Mullum Cares had organised the #choose2reuse celebration to ‘highlight the elements that make Mullumbimby Woolworths stand out as a business determined to facilitate the true intention of the change to stem supply of plastic bags’. ‘The 15c thicker plastic bag option that most supermarkets provide within arm’s reach of the registers – as the fall-back for customers who forget to BYO – isn’t something the Mullumbimby community wanted to see.

‘To support this, Mullum Woolies management set about installing box bins, so customers could reuse the boxes that deliver produce to the store, and a packing table (like Aldi provide). ‘The Community Bag Share is a simple concept: a crate with a sign inviting customers to “donate and borrow” from the stock of reusable bags as another fall-back option for customers who forget to BYO. ‘There’s no sign of the 15c bags in the store. The community prefers reusable options.’

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Voices and actions count The record-setting public response to the massive West Byron commercial/housing project on the inadequate Ewingsdale Road shows at least that the demographics of the area are not changing too rapidly. And if they are, those new residents appear to be informed and understand that such developments are not appropriate for sensitive wetland areas. It’s significant that 5,000 people were prepared to find time to make their voice heard through public submissions. Council staff say they are sorting through the submissions now to determine the individual locality. It’s in keeping with the region’s reputation for high participation with submissions and the environmental ideals that emerged in the 1980s. Passionate residents continue to organise, demonstrate and lobby to maintain the biodiversity of the area. That biodiversity is known to be among the highest in the state. NIMBY rules! Former contentious developments that sparked community into action include Club Med/Becton (now Elements of Byron), the Broken Head Academy and Patterson Hill, near Cape Byron. Patterson Hill was found to contain unique and endangered plant species and was slated for urban development in 1999. Resident Veda Turner wrote in the Rainbow Dreaming book (www.rainbowdreaming.org) that more than 6,000 submissions were sent to the state government and ‘1,000 north coast residents blocked access to the land by the developer’s earthmoving equipment in a day-long action.’ He writes, ‘It was a demanding day for all involved; however, the outcome was success for the campaign! Subsequent court action determined that [the developer] had not complied with conditions of consent and charges against six people arrested on the day were withdrawn. Discussions with the landowner led to the state and federal governments purchasing the land in 2004 and including it in the Arakwal National Park.’ It’s not easy to face aggressive, wealthy developers who are supported by well-organised and unethical political/bureaucratic forces. But as the above examples show, it can be done when there are the numbers. The 1979 Terania rainforest protests that led to the world-heritagelisted Nightcap National Park is another example. But there are the losses. A notable example, albeit without huge environmental consequence, is the Ocean Shores Roundhouse saga. A valuable piece of Council-owned land with a 360-degree outlook was flogged off in 2015. The entire process was botched; the large number of submissions against the sale were ignored by Council and even worse was there was no auction for the lots. Despite an ‘independent evaluation’, the asking price was well below market value. Some of those who snapped up the bargain lots promptly resold them at a higher price. Not one block was retained. Here’s a fun fact – the most submissions ever received by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment (DoPE) was for the proposed Narrabri Gas Project, located in the Pilliga National Park in northwest NSW. DoPE staff directed The Echo to a press release from June last year, stating almost 23,000 submissions were received. The contentious coal seam gasfield proposal comprises up to 850 gas wells on up to 425 well pads with a lifespan exceeding 20 years. According to the DoPE website, 98 per cent of submissions were against and 1.3 per cent (296) were in support. Most of those in support, ‘were from the Narrabri area.’ Local film company Cloudcatcher Media have just released their new feature film Sacrifice Zone, which explores the social and environmental effects of proposed mining at the Pilliga and on the Liverpool Plains. It’s available at vimeo.com/257444267. As author Ben Elton said in his 1989 novel Stark, ‘If you’re facing the richest and most disgusting scheme in history, you have to do more than stick up two fingers and say “peace.”’ Hans Lovejoy, editor

o the 30th Newspoll has finally dropped, and as he waits for the mushroom cloud to dissipate, just what will Malcolm Turnbull do to manage the fallout? Well, as little as possible. He would rather ignore it completely, but that is hardly an option. So instead he will have to pretend that it doesn’t really matter – all the voters want to hear about is his Enterprise Tax Plan, he is getting on with jobs and growth, it will all come right before the next election. Business as usual. This just might suffice if it were a one off – if, as the irrepressible Christopher Pyne said wistfully last week, people would talk about it on Monday and Tuesday, and would then move on. But unfortunately the 30th Newspoll is not the end of it. There will be a 31st, then a 32nd, and so it will drag on. Optimists look hopefully to a glint of a silver lining in the mushroom cloud, but as Turnbull himself pointed out in that memorable interview, the trajectory is clear. Our current prime minister went on to the inevitable conclusion: after 20 losing Newspolls in a row, the people have made up their minds about (Mr Abbott’s) leadership. So thus, presumably about his own. This does not mean there is a desire for a change of Liberal leaders: a healthy majority of all voters and a bigger one of Liberal voters are uninterested in another whirl around the revolving door. But this does not mean a rousing endorsement of Malcolm Turnbull; it appears to be a more a reflection of their frustration – a feeling that the situation is hopeless and all they can do is wait it out. There is certainly no push for Peter Dutton (except, of course, from The Australian) or for any of the other putative

contenders. But there is great unrest and discontent among the party room, and while the Newspoll result is unlikely to provide a trigger for open rebellion, it certainly won’t help. It may be significant that Dutton, apart from freelancing shamelessly around other people’s ministries (mainly Julie Bishop’s) has quietly changed his position of unquestioning support for Turnbull. Now when he’s asked about his leader, he reverts to the old formula: he of course supports his leader – whoever it may be.

The pathetic farce of the conservative rump espousing rampant socialism in the form of a new governmentowned coal-fired power plant is too silly to be taken seriously. by Mungo MacCallum He supported Abbott, now he supports Turnbull. Dutton can no longer be relied on. But the more raucous outbreak of sniping, undermining and wrecking came predictably from the renamed Monkey Pod Group – the Abbottistas who decided, by no coincidence at all, to use the occasion to float yet another lead balloon in the direction of the prime minister. The pathetic farce of the conservative rump espousing rampant socialism in the form of a new government-owned coalfired power plant is too silly to be taken seriously, so it hasn’t been. But as a tactic of disruption, it has already provided a minor triumph. Turnbull and his energy minister Josh Frydenberg have been forced to respond – not with summary dismissal but with a somewhat unconvincing explanation of the technologically agnostic nature of everything connected with the still precarious

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tiness over haranguing AGL to flog one of its assets to a Chinese saviour who will then, somehow, bail out a clapped-out power station (albeit one on a valuable site) and make it stagger on for a few years of quasilife to placate the coal lobby. This has always been not only absurd, but an alarming display of Turnbull’s impotence, which in itself will delight and encourage the Abbott mob. It need hardly be noted that they are little more than a small basket of deplorables – perhaps a handful of Libs and a few Nats hanging on for the ride. The idea that this can build into a serious insurrection should be rejected out of hand, and no doubt would have been in more propitious times. But with a bit of rebranding – misappropriating the name of a war hero whose family has been, justifiably, outraged – the lunar right has grabbed enough headlines from the Murdoch press for the so-

called Monash Forum to have gained yet another 15 minutes of distraction and disruption. In this they have been ably abetted by Abbott’s old amanuensis, Peta Credlin – it is not known whether she still bakes them cakes, as she did when she was Abbott’s landlady, but she remains a fierce political warrior, using her media position to trumpet ridiculous estimates of the numbers in the conclave. Its denizens may or may not go ape over the Newspoll – really there is no need for them to, there will be plenty more polls for them to gloat over. But if they intend to formalise their amalgamation as a permanent faction rather than a single-issue ginger group, there will have to be changes. The Monash label will have to go – apart from being utterly inappropriate and largely unwelcome, it now has an odour of the mean and tricky about it, and we can’t have that. Given the preponderance of As in the claque – Abbott, Abetz, Andrews – it would be tempting to stick to alliteration and suggest the Arsehole Forum. But if that is too confronting, why not honour the right’s great patron and chief propagandist and inaugurate the knuckle draggers as the Murdoch Forum. Even Turnbull, that obsessive sucker-up to the Dirty Digger, could barely object. And let’s face it, the timing could not be more appropriate; Newspoll has long been the jewel in the Murdoch crown. It may not be the only poll that counts, but it is certainly the one most politicians worry about. And you can bet that includes both Abbott and Turnbull. It may not materially change things – yet. But there will be a lot of sore Liberal heads next week as they contemplate the morning after and try and figure out what, if anything, they can do about it.

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ment, a new beginning at government level, and a response to widespread community conviction like ours. Senator Pat Dodson (Labor) and coalition MP Julian Leesor will co-chair the Joint Parliamentary Select Committee. The public can lodge a submission before 11 June. The Committee is due to produce an interim report by 30 July and a final report by 29 November 2018. For more information on lodging a submission see https://bit.ly/2JsrFWi. Jill Keogh Federal

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vassed the above, and provided comparisons with other councils in terms of: a) The frequency of council meetings; b) The number of items on the agenda; c) The typical amount of blah blah by councillors (ours tend to prattle); d) The amount of decisionmaking delegated to staff. Without such comparative information Mr James’s report is at best a waste of ratepayers’ money. At worst it is an attempt to garner councillors’ resentments and direct them at public access, in particular the role Matthew O’Reilly and I have played in giving councillors crucial information. What really terrifies staff, however, is public questions. Currently we are entitled to one question per meeting, so I get pretty steamed up when staff provide their sometimes evasive and misleading responses, such that my question is essentially wasted. It’s part of the meeting code that if staff fail to provide a response at the meeting, they are obliged to publish the response in the next continued on next page

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ph: (02) 6685 1444 the requisite number of GMs. However, the computer-generated pairings gave Morris untitled Mu Ke as his final opponent and the GM ‘norm’ was then unachievable. Morris might even have won the Doeberl Cup outright had he taken his chances in the fifth round. Playing White in the diagrammed position against NSW’s Igor Bjelobrk, Morris played: 71.f4!! and Bjelobrk realised that a winning check was coming. He decided to play one more move before resigning, 71...Ra4 and then Morris, thinking that almost any move won, carelessly played 72.Kg5??, instead of 72.Kh3, and after 72...exf4 73.Re8+ Kd2 74.a8Q Rxa8 75.Rxa8 f3 76.Kf4 f2 77.Ra2+ Ke1 78.Ke3 f1N+! 79.Kd3 Ng3 Morris realised he was no longer winning. The game was drawn 25 moves later.

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Every morning shortly after sunrise the swans fly past our cabin. Their arrival is heralded by a great resonant trumpeting – they are Cygnus buccinator or trumpeter swans. The unmistakeable exclamation of this most expressive fowl provides the opportunity to race to the window and observe these majestic birds. Trumpeter swans have brilliant white plumage and slow powerful wingbeats. In flight their long necks crane forward, and with wings to the rear, they resemble the Concorde. They approach from the north in bevies of two, three, four, or sometimes even seven, and land in the field between us and a patch of dark forest harbouring a creek. On final descent, triangular feet the size of dinner plates appear, swaying vigorously to provide lateral control, like ailerons on aircraft wings. The swans spend their days foraging for succulent green vegetation in the shadow of Mount Washington.

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terfowl. They have wingspans of two metres and weigh up to thirteen kilograms. The deep trumpet-like call thatemerges from their looped trachea closely resembles the French horn. Trumpeter swans came alarmingly close to extinction. In the early 1930s their population is believed to have dropped below two hundred. Although they had always provided sustenance to native peoples, in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries human greed and vanity nearly got the better of the trumpeters. For 125 years the Hudson’s Bay Company shot them for their skins and feathers — fashion accessories for ‘the ladies of Europe’. The noted early American ornithologist John James Audubon – who shot thousands of birds and delicately impaled them on wires in lifelike poses in order to illustrate his celebrated book The Birds of America – preferred the hard, elastic trumpeter quills for drawing fine detail in the feet and claws of small birds. Vigorous conservation

efforts helped trumpeter populations rebound, although human chauvinism means they remain vulnerable to an array of threats. Vancouver Island is a favoured over-wintering site for the trumpeters. Like us, they’ve been here for months. There are many special birds around the Comox Valley – ravens, bald eagles, great blue herons, Canada geese, and with the onset of spring, hummingbirds and swallows – but we feel a connection to the trumpeters. We first met them last summer up in their Alaskan breeding grounds. They nest in the endless expanse of boreal forest among lakes and dams, often atop beaver lodges or muskrat pile-ups. Perched on tangles of sticks and rushes these huge glistening birds present a magnificent spectacle. The cygnets feast on the abundant mosquitoes and other insects and fly about one hundred days after hatching. Families commence the southward migration in late fall when the breeding grounds start to ice up.

continued from page 13 agenda. That in turn means that I then get another chance to raise the issue by complaining about staff evasiveness. Ken Gainger hated this, and in the last four months of his tenure, in my opinion in contravention of the code, Council refused to publish staff responses in the agenda – which denied the second opportunity to raise the issue. Mr James’s report seeks to formalise this evasion by changing things so that answers to questions appear only in the minutes, not in the next agenda. The minutes of Council meetings are documents that almost no-one ever reads. In other words, Mr James’s efforts do not reduce councillors’ loads but do preserve the staff hegemony over informa-

tion and protect the staff from accountability. There will be less opportunity for people like Matthew and me to tell councillors what the staff should be, but are not, telling them. Fast Buck$ Coorabell

Illegal holidays

Byron Shire Council has recently updated their website about illegal short-term holiday letting (STHL). Council state that complaints include: ‘Prohibited development in residential areas; loss of neighbourhood amenity; noise and antisocial behaviour, particularly from late-night parties; excessive numbers of people and cars; parking that may block driveways or impede visibility and traffic movement; excess or

This morning a dozen swans, trumpeting madly, flew in from the north directly over our cabin, performed an arc around the field, and then set off northward. It was an unusual manoeuvre. Two swans grazing in the field became extremely vocal and with frantic wingbeats gradually drew themselves aloft, climbed out of the meadow, and belatedly joined the wedge. The fourteen gained height and continued north. I watched them for a long time as they grew ever smaller, eventually becoming specks and disappearing. They will not return until next winter. I felt bereft, abandoned by our winter companions. Now only a few stragglers remain. Like the trumpeter swan, the bicycle nomad is a migratory species. Winter is rapidly becoming spring, the snow has shrunk from the valley, and the swan herd is headed north to their breeding grounds. We are also desperate to leave on our summer migration – through the Inside Passage by ferry and then on through the Yukon and up the Dempster Highway to the settlement of Tuktoyaktuk, deep within the Arctic circle on the Beaufort Sea. We would have been long gone had Vix not crashed her bike and broken her collarbone. Now we are feeling acute Zugunruhe – a German compound word referring to migratory restlessness. This expression of the migratory instinct manifests as anxious, restless behaviour in captive birds who are prevented from migrating. The north is calling, and in a week we’ll be gone. Free. poorly managed garbage.’ ‘Housing affordability and stock has also became an issue with houses being purchased specifically for holiday letting reducing the available stock in the rental market.’ Council is currently using a number of options to prosecute illegal holiday letting. On Council’s webpage there is a tab to report problems with illegal holiday letting. You do not have to tolerate this damage. Doug Luke Co-ordinator VOHL

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My old mate Billy

It was lovely to see The Echo article Vale Billy Snow and there is more to my old mate Billy than BUGA UP. Bill and I met in Sydney in 1977 and the fusion of us two activists â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both anti-smokers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; led to a multi-layered approach to the campaign against tobacco. We promoted the message that nonsmokers had a right to be free from tobacco smoke. The initial focus was the formation of the Non-Smokerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Right Movement (NSRM) in Sydney in 1978 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with Bill, me and Brian McBride as the founders. BUGA UP came a little later and was a radical arm while NSRM worked systematically in more legal ways. Bill was part of both, but became better known as BUGA UP Bill as the refacing of billboards really started to make a difference to the promotion of tobacco products. What was also important though was NSRM. We took on the issue of smoking in public transport and planes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and ultimately the workplace. Bill and I took a carbon

monoxide monitor to Rooty Hill RSL in Sydney. Our aim was to start to quantify evidence of pollution levels in workplaces and where people congregated. We were shocked at some of the readings we recorded. The final breakthrough came with NSRM taking the case of a psychologist, whose asthma had become irreversible through exposure to ETS (environmental tobacco smoke) in the workplace. Leisel Scholem had worked in a community health centre from 1974 till 1986 for the Department of Health. Our action was successful before the NSW District Court in 1992 with Leisel awarded compensation. It was the first passive-smoking case to be decided in a full court hearing and set a world precedent. Now that is something for us activists. Both BUGA UP and NSRM acted as catalysts for the change that started to happen that we appreciate today. And Billy was there as an inspiration to all of us back then. Gayle Russell Murwillumbah

Do your job

For years I have contacted Byron Bay Council and John Holland, the company

responsible for the maintenance of railway land, regarding the foot crossing from Butler Street into Byron Bay town centre. This crossing would make a third-world country ashamed. It is full of potholes and when it rains it is impassable unless you like jumping over big puddles into other big puddles. I would like to know how it is possible that John Holland has evaded for so long its duty of care to the users of this crossing? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lived here for 40 years and nothing has been done apart from occasionally badly filling in some potholes. I am sick of complaining, I am thoroughly sick of ruining my shoes. Residents and visitors are entitled to a safe and dry path through to town. Barbara Turner Byron Bay

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ing about their lawful occupations. The many late-night telephone calls threatening to harm workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wives and children are all still vivid and unpleasant reminiscences. The tirade of misinformation influenced the decision to expand the National Park estate in 1982. The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Rainforest Decisionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; saw some 63,000ha of forest locked up and only 20 per cent of it was brushwood (rainforest). The fact that the outcome of the comprehensive Terania Creek Inquiry by Justice Isaacs vindicated the logging industry and recommended that the multiple-use forest management continue has been completely ignored by those proposing 40th anniversary celebrations. The substantiated science of multiple-use forest management was disregarded in the postreport political process. The state governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s October 1982 adverse decision was made specifically to bring an end to the violence and sabotage; the costs were peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s livelihoods and the resulting degradation of the forest advanced ecosystems. For more than 50,000 years our forest ecology has evolved through disturbance, predominately fire. The multiple-use continued on page 16

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continued from page 14 forest management practices maintained that diversity of mixed age classes and grassy understorey. By locking up the forests and turning them into a state of senescence, the forest ecology is changed. For example, koala populations that were in abundance in Mebbin Forest and Collins and Lynchs Creeks have all but disappeared since these areas were converted to National Parks. John Macgregor-Skinner Murwillumbah Q I take strong objection to John Macgregor-Skinner’s biased and incorrect portrayal of the Terania Creek protests (Letters Echonetdaily 4 April). The 300 hectares comprised the largest unlogged stand of tall coastal forests left in this region, a rainforest valley with giant fringing Brush Box up to 1,300 years old, surrounded by oldgrowth Blackbutt. Fire frequency was measured as 280 years in the blackbutt forests, with a fire intruding into the rainforest margin 1,000 years ago. With the support of 150 police they attempted to start logging on 16 August 1979, though they were greeted by two hundred protesters. That

it still stands is testimony to the strength of the local community in opposing the destruction of this precious remnant. It was predominantly a peaceful protest, though there were some hot-heads on both sides. Many people put their lives at risk by standing in the way as these ancient giants were felled. Many were treated brutally by the police as they were dragged through the bush. Terania Creek was momentous as it was one of the first forest blockades in the world. Terania Creek was the catalyst that led to the 1982 ‘Rainforest Decision’ that resulted in the protection of 120,000ha of predominantly rainforest and old-growth forest, as well as some forests degraded by logging. It led to the creation of the Nightcap, Border Ranges and Washpool National Parks, as well as significant expansions to many of our other iconic national parks such as New England, Werrikimbe and Barrington Tops. These forests were protected because the actions at Terania Creek generated national media and brought the logging of rainforests to the public attention, and the

weight of public opinion was that rainforests were too precious to continue logging. However, it wasn’t until our blockades and a court case over North Washpool in 1989 and 1990 that rainforest logging on public lands was finally stopped. The legacy of logging lives on; it is sad to see that many logged rainforests protected 36 years ago are still tangled messes that will take centuries to recover. The plight of koalas in our public forests is primarily owing to logging removing the large trees of certain species they preferentially feed on. With fewer food trees there are fewer koalas, another logging legacy affecting our national parks. The most worrying logging legacy is the 26,000 hectares of the Border Ranges region’s public forests affected by logging dieback. Logging opens the canopy and allows lantana to invade the forest. Bell Miners then dominate the altered habitat and ‘farm’ sap-sucking psyllids that slowly kill the surviving trees. The impacts continue for decades. It is the long-lasting legacy of the violent logging of our public native forests that is of most concern to me. Large areas are in urgent need of extensive rehabilitation and it

is the loggers who should be required to pay for fixing up the damage they caused and profited by. Dailan Pugh Byron Bay

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Late for work? Stuck in the traffic jam coming into Byron? Then please consider the only time that really matters: the time shown on the Doomsday Clock. 2010: six minutes to Midnight; 2012: five minutes; 2015: three minutes; 2017: two and a half minutes; 2018: two minutes to midnight. At Midnight there is a big bang and lots of fireworks, but no party. Wars don’t work any more because the ultimate war will kill everyone on both sides. Even a very limited war between India and Pakistan is now believed to result in a nuclear winter that kills billions globally. But wars make a lot of money and can secure the very valuable crude oil reserves of other countries, such as Iraq, Libya, Syria and Iran. What is the point of getting the crude oil we want, through wars, if we eventually eliminate our own species in the process? Peter Olson Goonengerry

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ROBOTICS & REMOTE CONTROL WORKSHOP

school holidays EASTER HOLIDAY HORSE RIDING DAY CAMPS ON THESE HOLIDAYS!

CAVANBAH CENTRE BYRON BAY

24 April, 2018

They’ll Think it’s Cool, You’ll Know it’s Educational

For kids aged 6–12 years

Come along for heaps of horsey fun, including: horse riding, learn how to care for a horse, and experience the fun team sport of Vaulting (gymnastics on horseback).

Coding with Robotics or Remote Control Mania! Bookings Essential – Limited Spaces! www.bricks4kidz.com.au/currumbin

Dates

Or call Georgina Rice 0420 300 698

Week 1: Tuesday 17, Wednesday 18, Thursday 19 April

HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS WITH LEGO® BRICKS

Week 2: Monday 23, Tuesday 24, Thursday 26 April – 10am till 3pm and suitable for beginners to advanced riders from ﬁve years old – Refreshments and lunch provided

BRICKS 4 KIDZ Holiday Workshops are a fun and educational way to spend these holidays. Our fun-ﬁlled model plans are designed for us by architects and engineers! These holidays we are bringing two AWESOME workshops to Byron – Coding with Robotics for ages 7+ and Remote Control Mania. Our Junior Robotics workshop offers all the fun of building with LEGO® bricks, PLUS the challenge of computer programming! Kids will love to see their creations in motion using LEGO® wireless remote control in our Remote Control Mania workshop. Held at the Cavanbah Centre, 24 January 2018. Bookings essential – limited spaces.

– All horses and riding/vaulting equipment provided

Book online at www.bricks4kidz.com.au/currumbin or call 0420 300 698.

A full day of skateboard instruction in a fun day camp environment, at our coaching facility in Byron industrial estate. 9am till 3pm (lunch included)

TWEED REGIONAL GALLERY ‘Fun for the whole family’. Thursdays & Fridays 19, 20, 26, 27 April | Art Play: Zoonoses | Free Wallpaper Project | Drop-in 11am–1pm each day Work with Nicola Hooper and the Gallery’s artist-educators to creatively ‘wallpaper’ the Gallery foyer using a colour palette inspired by historical wallpapers with very interesting stories. Wednesdays–Sundays | 10am–5pm | Gallery for kids | Free Drop-in activities during gallery opening hours

– Fully qualiﬁed and experienced coaches Cost $90 per child for ﬁrst day and $80 per child for each additional day For more info call Tesse on 0468 414 677 or email manager@byronequestriancentre.com. Book your place now on our new Online Booking System: www.clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/admhome.

WAREHOUSE DAY CAMP

SKATEPARK TOUR Join us on a tour around the best skateparks in the area including Lennox Head, Ballina, Evans Head, Goonellabah, Nimbin, Bangalow and Gold Coast. 9am till 3pm (lunch included) www.skateboardschool.com.au Byron Bay Skateboard School. 16/268 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay. 0459 466 422

BRUNSWICK BUSH SCHOOL

is gearing up for two weeks of fun and adventure these school holidays. We spend the whole day outdoors Create a digital artwork on the iPads while listening to a connecting, sharing, learning and making. If you are looking symphony in the Margaret Olley Art Centre. for some wholesome nature-based activities for your child P: 6670 2790 W: artgallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au (aged 6–12 years) these holidays, check out our website for our exciting range of activities on offer. We will be making fire kits, canoeing the Brunswick River, constructing nest boxes and much more. We believe that nature is a great antidote to many childhood ailments such as boredom, too much screen time, no motivation, and extreme slothfulness! Let’s make these school holidays fun! Our qualified coaches $60 per day 9am–3pm. Bookings are now open. teach trapeze, silks, tightwire, trampolining, pyramids, Contact Rohan on 0407 898 374 or visit juggling, hoops and more, plus for the more daring everyone brunsbushschool.com.au for info and bookings. gets the opportunity to have a swing on the high flying trapeze. We have half-day and full-day circus programs for Horse Riding Day Camps on this Holidays! kids and teens with Parkour or JUMP focus in the afternoons. Work through the activities in the ‘MOAC Kids’ Guide’.

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS PROGRAMS AT CIRCUS ARTS

For the littlies (under-5s), we have our Kinder classes on daily plus our play space with full-size jumping castle. There is something for everyone, so get out of your comfort zone and make these holidays an adventure you won’t forget.

Book Now Online!

Visit www.circusarts.com.au. Come along for heaps of horsey fun, including: horse riding, learn how to care for a horse & experience the fun team sport of Vaulting (gymnastics on horseback).

Free admission Open Wed–Sun, 10am – 5pm

Holiday PROGRAM

Week 1: Tues 17th Wed 18th & Thurs 19th April Week 2: Mon 23rd, Tues 24th, Thurs 26th April

BOOK NOW

10am to 3pm. Suitable for beginners to advanced riders from 5 years old Refreshments and lunch provided All horses and riding/vaulting equipment provided Fully qualiﬁed and experienced coaches

9am-3pm

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Free holiday family fun artgallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au for full details 2 Mistral Road, Murwillumbah NSW T: (02) 6670 2790 W: artgallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au

The Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art centre is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW.

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Cost $90 per child for ﬁrst day and $80 per child for each additional day For more info call Tesse on 0468 414 677 or email manager@byronequestriancentre.com Book your place now on our new Online Booking System:

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SCHOOL HOLIDAYS FUN AT THE PIGHOUSE FLICKS Three great family ﬁlms! Monster Family – Despite the title, the Wishbone family are far from happy. In an attempt to reconnect as a family, Mum and Emma plan a fun night out. However, the plan backﬁres when an evil witch curses them, and they’re all turned into Monsters. Early Man – A plucky caveman named Dug, his sidekick Hognob, and the rest of their tribe face a grave threat to their simple existence. Peter Rabbit – and his sisters Flopsy, Mopsy, and CottonTail – enjoy spending their days in Mr McGregor’s vegetable garden. See the website or the Echo listing for screening times.

MULLUMBIMBY AND NEW BRIGHTON FARMERS MARKETS “I’m hungry!” Those are the two words parents are guaranteed to hear on repeat in the school holidays. Now’s the time to stock up the fridge and pantry, and there’s no better place to grab your supplies than the Mullumbimby and New Brighton Farmers Markets.

NINJA PLAY is Byron Bay’s most exciting fun functional movement space. Owned and operated by Byron’s ninja warrior Lisa Parkes (pocketrocketninja) and her business partner nature Ninja Lex Richards, we offer classes, individual training and small group sessions. We focus and work on a total holistic approach on health, nutrition and movement aligning mind body and spirit. We are a community-focused business and would love you to come play with us and see what we have to offer. For more details Call Lisa 0429 878 902. admin@ninjaplayacademybyronbay.com.au

HOLIDAY CIRCUS WORKSHOPS APRIL 17, 18, 19 These holidays we’re mixing up the full-day program, offering a choice of parkour or aerials every afternoon. We have incredible local and international coaches here in Mullumbimby leading the workshops. Choose one, two or three days!

Avoid the processed supermarket snacks and pick up some Workshops for 7–14-year-olds fresh, healthy and tasty foods to fill their little bellies. Time: 10am–3pm Top up the fruit bowl with fresh local fruit, and your crisper Workshops for 4–6-year-olds with quick and easy vege snacks such as sprouts, carrots, beans, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and capsicum, plus fresh Time: 9.30am–12.30pm dips. We accommodate beginners and challenge kids who can’t Grab some fresh bread or a packet of Mumma Raw’s wraps get enough circus. These workshops are an introduction to for an easy lunch – fill with salad, some local cheese and incredible skills and an opportunity to experience risk and Hayters Hill nitrate-free ham. Take home some fresh fruit perseverance in a safe environment. buns, homemade cakes or sushi for morning tea, or grab a Be inspired by our show Jumping Point April 12 till 15 for pack of frozen dumplings from Radiance Kitchen for an easy the Commonwealth Games at Festival 2018, then come flip, afternoon snack. climb and juggle here in Mullumbimby! Mullumbimby Farmers Market every Friday 7–11am, New Brighton Farmers Market every Tuesday 8–11am.

BYRON THEATRE & COMMUNITY CENTRE Don’t sit around on your bums & twiddle your thumbs these school holidays! Head down to the Byron Theatre & Community Centre for a Kids’ Wonderland of music, craft and fun. Our KidzKlub Craft program returns Mon–Thurs, 1.30–4pm (not Anzac Day). Kids 4.5–12yrs are welcome! Get your beat on with Kids’ African Drum, Dance & Storytelling Workshops on Mon 16 and Mon 23 at 10.30am. Don’t miss Children Are Stinky, an hilarious high-calibre circus comedy show on Wed 18 at 11am. The wonderfully colourful Rumpelstiltskin screens on Fri 27 at 1pm, an awesome musical for the whole family. Finally Byron Youth Theatre presents That Sugar Film on Fri 27 at 6.30pm. Check the website for details: www.byroncentre.com.au.

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HORSE RIDING Explore the northern rivers on horseback. Live your dream ride along Lennox Head’s pristine and isolated Seven Mile Beach. Sit back, relax and take in the views as dolphins play and eagles soar. Or explore the Byron hinterland, soak up the beauty of Byron Creek, and have your cameras ready for some breathtaking views of the Bangalow valley. Family operated with more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, we are highly efﬁcient in working with all riding abilities.

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Offering one-on-one coaching, group lessons, private and group trails and, of course, pony rides for the kids. Call us today – Jam pack your Byron Bay holiday full of horsey fun! For more info and bookings please call 6687 1446 or visit www.pegasuspark.com.au.

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HORSE RIDING Daily Beach and Hinterland tours. Nervous adults and small children our speciality. We cater for all ŸƋ±ĹÚ±ųÚŸ ±ĹÚ åƴåĹ Ņý åų ŞŅĹƼ ųĜÚåŸ üŅų ÏĘĜĬÚųåĹ ±Ÿ ƼŅƚĹč ±Ÿ ƋƵŅ ±ĹÚ ƚŞţ Also, beach rides on one of Byron’s most secluded beaches – Seven Mile Beach at Lennox Head.

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The Good Life TRAVELLERS’ TALES NIGHT

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‘Abroad, Broke & Busted’ ‘Crazy Sh*t in Asia’ Hear Matt Towner tell tall tales - and true - from his new book! Thursday 12 April 6 pm Williams St Kitchen & Bar GPVT[ ƂPIGT HQQF / i wÀÃÌ > ÃiÀ iÃ v /À>Ûi iÀÃ½ /> iÃ Nights to be hosted by the Williams St ÌV i E >À° >V // } Ì Ì iÀi½ Li > i ÌiÀÌ> }ÉiÝ«iÀÌ Ã«i> iÀ° 9 Õ½Ài Ì i Û Ìi` Ì ÃÌ>Þ ] i Þ > i> > ` Ì ÃÜ>« ÃÌ À iÃ] Ã >Ài v À >Ì > ` Ãii Ã« À>Ì > ` >`Û Vi vÀ vi Ü ÌÀ>Ûi iÀÃ° $QQMKPIU GUUGPVKCN Tel: 6685 3204 GOCKN TKEJCTF"CTQWPFVJGUWP EQO (QT OQTG KPHQ YYY CTQWPFVJGUWP EQO /À>Ûi iÀÃ /> iÃ Ã Ã« Ã Ài` LÞ\ čÀ Õ ` / i -Õ ] V >i ÕÀÀ>Þ½Ã iÃÌ v -À > > / ÕÀ] > ` the Williams St Kitchen & Bar

Travellers’ Tales Nights The northern rivers region is full of travellers. And some of them live here! Travellers’ Tales Nights are a new way for the region’s gypsy tribe to get together, have something to eat, swap stories, share information and seek inspiration and advice from each other. Think ‘Poppies’, Kuta, or maybe ‘The Pie Shop’, Kathmandu or ‘The Pudding Shop’, Istanbul… The first Travellers’ Tales Night will feature one of Byron Bay’s most widely travelled and entertaining storytellers, Matt Towner. Matt is the creator of two recently published books – and the titles give you a fair idea of the stories inside: Abroad, Broke & Busted and Crazy Sh*t in Asia. Matt assures us there is more craziness on its way, and he’s happy to share it! The first Travellers’ Tales Night will be hosted by the Williams St Kitchen & Bar in Lennox Head on Thursday 12 April at 6pm. Entry is $10 and includes finger food. After you’ve been entertained by Matt, you’re invited to stay on, enjoy a meal – and to swap stories, and meet some fellow travellers. The evening is sponsored by three local businesses with deep travel connections and you’re welcome (but definitely not obliged) to pitch questions to them if you want. Richard Everist, author of numerous guidebooks for Lonely Planet, and Lucrezia Migliore, together the cofounders of Around The Sun boutique tours, will be there to share their knowledge, as will Michael Murray, who runs the Very Best of Sri Lanka Tours.

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

Williams St is the perfect venue for the Travellers’ Tales Night. It’s home to the Tom King Memorial Book Room, which features hundreds of travel books that were collected by the late Tom King, a distinguished Sydney travel writer. And it is Lennox Head’s new culinary star!

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FROM 8PM $10 starters $12 cocktail of the day

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More Travellers’ Tales Nights are planned. Make sure you come along to help establish what is shaping up to become a new northern rivers institution. Which local traveller writers and experts would you like to hear next? Bookings are essential. Telephone 6685 3204 or email richard@ aroundthesun.com. For more informations see www.aroundthesun.com.

Elements of Byron has an air of of easygoing elegance, and visiting the resort is a very enjoyable sensory experience. There are locally commissioned art pieces and sculptural lighting that creates an interesting and warm ambient interior that flows into the actual elements of the exterior. Tables at the eastern side are closer to the beautiful ceramic-tiled, wood-fired oven area, where you can watch dedicated chefs fling dough for the housemade flatbreads and pizzas. A place to get a good view of it all and a fabulous way to start your experience at Graze is to perch at the lobby bar, which sits comfortably among the dining spaces and the lobby. The cocktails here are rather special; you can order something that has been infused with ginger, lemongrass and chili, or order a bar specialty ‘bush tucker’ cocktail, using mixers that are infused with native edible plants. Once in Graze restaurant itself the menu is in the spirit of paddock to plate, featuring seasonal and local produce giving the food a fresh northern rivers character. Although the cuisine has a regional focus, there are definite international flavours and influences. There are crowd-favourite dishes that are done really well, often given an extra wow by the chef, who has gone that extra mile to create something a bit special. The entrees are fresh and interesting. The Byron Bay Burrata served with dried Roma tomatoes, blood orange and truffle honey pleased our vegetarian diner enormously, and to balance the table culture, The Rangers Valley Wagu Tartar was consumed with just as much gusto. I love something that other places don’t do and that I certainly don’t do at home. This was the case with the New England venison, which is served with black cabbage, house-cured and smoked bacon as well as turnip and grand veneur sauce; it is a rich and flavoursome dish. The pasta is all handmade; there are a few to choose from, including the pumpkin, mushroom and walnut ravioli, or the Spanner Crab lasagne with chive Beauregard blanc. If the decisions become all too hard you can opt for a selection of dishes from the menu’s Five Course Tasting Menu for $95. There is a charcoal grill inhouse, which imparts a magical flavour to the food and gets great feedback from punters. The choices include not only beef filets, also salmon, lamb or prawns served with petit bouche green salad, handcut chips and tableside condiments. Dessert is again classics with nice innovations, or you could transgress to the bar for a sweet drink for finishing and overlook the expansive, tree-fringed infinity pool and firepit. The service is attentive yet easy and the menu has plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options. The restaurant features all-day dining, which means that you can run on Byron time and turn up when the waves have died down and the wind blows you in. GRAZE AT ELEMENTS. 144 Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay Book it: 6639 1500. Open: Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily

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Phone a Flight

A new local company taking off in the Arts and Industry Estate is a concierge travel-booking company, an offshoot of Trip a Deal, itself one of the fastest growing companies in the BRW top 100 in the travel sector in Australia. ‘Phone a Flight was originally set up to service Trip a Deal by organising the flight components of the very popular Trip a Deal packages. But the market shows that people need access to a friendly voice to help navigate their travel needs outside of the specific packages offered by Trip a Deal,’ said general manager Luke O’Dwyer. ‘Trip a Deal have packages supported by volume that are very strict on the parameters offered, in order to keep prices at rock bottom. However, Phone a Flight has an opportunity to leverage Trip a Deal volume and provide great pricing for bespoke, or concierge travel. ‘When I say bespoke travel, I mean that we are able to offer variations on existing Trip a Deal packages that, for example, might be for a much smaller group such as a family, or contain some variation in the itinerary to cater for individual interests and timetables.’ The Phone a Flight service is also a very effective system for organising corporate and business travel, because Phone a Flight is able to leverage Trip a Deal volumes to get very competitive rates in the market, and then pass them on to their customers.

Photo (Left to Right) – Bridget Bathersby, Carley Gault, Sarah Marinatos, Vanessa Murphy, Bridget Sadler & Jodee Sydney. made for their corporate group or sporting team to get where they need to be.

Even in the online environment, researching flights and accommodation can be very time consuming. ‘Time-poor people really appreciate being able to call a locally based friendly voice so that they can discuss what they would like to be part of their itinerary. Our consultants can then provide them with the various options for their consideration and a seamless booking process. Our customers can always be confident that our experience and knowledge will provide them with the best possible options for their itinerary,’ said Luke. ‘Our staff are terrific at that. The key is to understand the client’s needs and wants, and then clients can feel that everything has been organised by someone reliable, leaving them free to just turn up and experience a beautiful and enjoyable holiday,’ or be quick, safe and comfortable on their business trip. Fashion companies, health-retreat companies and surfretreat companies, and big sporting teams such as the Gold Coast Titans are increasingly using Phone a Flight to put together flight services that suit the experiences they offer and the itineraries they have in mind, or just to give them peace of mind that proper arrangements have been

‘Phone a Flight also offers individual tailored services to SMEs or frequent flyers, such as leisure packages that can suit the needs of anyone including car hire, accommodation, visas, advice on travel, travel insurance, and everything you need, or you can just use us solely

for flight services and just get us to organise the actual flights,’ said Luke. More info: Phone a Flight are next to the Trip a Deal premises in Wollongbar St in Byron. They welcome people dropping in to have a chat about their needs with the friendly staff, or you can call 6639 5900.

Loving their work I have only been with PhoneAFlight for a few months now, and I love the way everyone has welcomed me here, not to mention the fun work environment that we have! Our team is very supportive and encourages each other to do their best work. I started in the travel sector in 2014 and have loved every minute of it. I’ve travelled extensively throughout Europe and South America and I’m inspired to help other people find their love for travel. – Sara Viola

After travelling through South East Asia and Europe for 18 months I spent three years working as a travel agent in Wagga, so when I moved to Lennox Head it was only a matter of time before I found work in the travel Industry. I was immediately drawn to PhoneAFlight as it was a subsidiary of TripADeal, one of the fastest-growing travel companies in Australia. Working at PhoneAFlight has been extremely rewarding. The culture and people really bring the company to life and make it a fun and vibrant place to work. – Bridget Bathersby

Good Taste

Eating Out Guide echo.net.au/good-taste

BALLINA

BYRON BAY

Ballina RSL Club 1 Grant St, Ballina 6681 9500 www.ballinarsl.com.au Open 7 Days Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks

Level One Café Special Enjoy our Level One Brisket Beef Burger with a schooner of Iron Jack Lager for just $15 11am to 8pm daily. We practise the responsible service of alcohol.

Wharf Bar & Restaurant

WATERFRONT DINING Come watch the boats go by and the dolphins play whilst you take in one of our SENSATIONAL SUNSETS

Open 7.30am Daily. Open till late Thurs–Sun Coffee, breakfast, lunch & dinner, functions & weddings. Fully Licensed. 12-24 Fawcett St, Ballina 6686 5259 / 6685 6011

WharfBarBallina@gmail.com.au www.WharfBarBallina.com.au

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Main Street Open 7 days 11.30am until late Call to make a reservation or for takeaway orders 18 Jonson Street 6680 8832

Treehouse on Belongil Full Cocktail & Wine Bar. Extensive Menu Includes Tapas, Mains, Desserts and Famous Woodfired Pizzas. 25 Childe St, Byron Bay 6680 9452

Gourmet burgers created by chefs Cocktails, wine and beers served all damn day. Group bookings available, please email mainstreetburgerbar@gmail.com for reservations. Share plates, mains, desserts and famous Treehouse wood-fired pizza. Our kitchen is open all day and night. Presenting incredible original music in Byron’s most intimate atmosphere. Check our website or Facebook for the gig guide. facebook.com/treehouse.belongil treehouseonbelongil.com

The Italian Byron Bay

BYRON BAY

Slo-mo Joes Open every day From 11am till late Corner of Fletcher St and Bay Lane, Byron Bay

6685 7502 IG - @slomojoes

DAILY HAPPY HOUR FROM 3 TILL 5 PM Slow down & chill out! Immerse yourself in Slo-mo Joes relaxing vibes while you enjoy live music & delicious flavours inspired from around the world. There’s something for everyone; from slow-cooked meats to mouth-watering burgers and nutritious salads. Guaranteed to leave you wanting more!

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Open 7 days from 6pm The Italian Byron Bay provides a bustling atmospheric Sunday Lunch from midday. restaurant, dishing up contemporary inspired Italian cuisine and some of Byron’s finest Next to the Beach Hotel cocktails and wines. Bay Street 6680 7055 italianatthepacific.com.au

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BYRON BAY

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St Elmo Dining Room & Bar Mon-Sat: 5pm till late. Sun: 5pm till 10pm. Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426

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Ryce Byron Bay

St Elmo is a place where you can enjoy great company, first-class food, sophisticated cocktails and an extensive wine list. St Elmo is plating up modern Spanish cuisine to be enjoyed amongst friends and family. Our menus change regularly and feature daily specials.

Tues–Fri from 12pm Sat & Sun from 7am 9/4 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 9183 www.ryce.com.au Reservations recommended but not essential

www.stelmodining.com

Finn Poke Restaurant Open 7 days 11am till 8pm Fri & Sat 11am till 8.30pm Shop 5, 8 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay 02 6685 8156 Take away available

Success Thai

Fresh Healthy Delicious

Hawaiian and Japanese flavours Signature Poke Bowls

Mon-Fri 12-3pm Dinner 7 days from 5pm. 3/109 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7798

• High-quality diced raw fish, vegetables, sauces & spices • Vegetarian - Vegan options Any Poke Bowls $15.95 | Tuna Poke Bowl $17.95 www.finnpoke.com.au FB Finnpokebyron IG @finnpoke_

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Luscious Foods

Happy Chilli Garden Open 6 days - closed Sundays Byron St (opp Aldi) Byron Bay P 6680 9191 F 6676 4869 M 0403 516 793 happychilligarden@hotmail.com

Targa Modern European Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street

Byron Bay 6680 9960 targabyronbay.com targabyronbay@gmail.com

Elixiba Open 12pm–Late Every day Shop 10, Feros Arcade 23 Jonson St 6685 6845

Fishheads 7:30am till late Coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, functions and weddings. Fully licensed. 1 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7632

Legend Pizza Open 7 days 9am till after midnight Shop 1 Woolworths Plaza 90-96 Jonson Street 6685 5700 www.legendpizza.com.au

Mon-Fri 7.30am–3pm Open Friday nights 6–9pm Live music and BYO 1/6 Tasman Way, Byron Arts & Industry Estate BYO & RSVP 6680 8228

Hong Kong chef specialising in Chinese and Malay foods Fully licensed Dine In / Takeaway / Home Delivery Available

OPEN - Tuesday to Saturday evenings 7 days breakfast & Lunch All day menus, licensed bar APERITIVO happy hour AFTERNOONS 4–6pm daily $12 Cocktails, $7 beers, $8 wines, $12 Moet

Elixiba Plant Based Restaurant and Bar A delicious vegan dining experience. Tapas, mains and heavenly desserts all house made and gluten free. Exclusive craft beers, herbal elixirs, exquisite cocktails and a unique atmosphere. Nachos & Beer or Kombucha $20 every Monday Promotions every Wednesday Dine in/Takeaway/Catering/Functions

Fins Salt Village, Kingscliff 6674 4833 dining@fins.com.au Dinner daily 5-10pm. Lunch Fri-Sun 12-3pm. GOOD FOOD GUIDE CHEFS HAT EVERY YEAR SINCE 1998

Barrio Byron Bay

Williams St 50 Pacific Parade, cnr of William St, Lennox Head 0476 892 194

BEACH FRONT DINING

insta @williamst.lennox

The Empire Open 7 days from 9am Nights Thurs, Fri, Sat Dine in and takeaway Licensed FB/Insta: EmpireMullum 20 Burringbar St, Mullum 6684 2306

Check us out on

facebook.com/byron.legendpizza Scan code for our menu! BYO Home delivery 7 days Established 1992

Wood-fired pizzas & real Italian cuisine with a Sardinian twist Famous for seafood, meats and pasta dishes. We do special events functions.

Breakfast/Lunch 7 days from 7am 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay Reservations 6685 7663 therocksbyronbay.com.au

The Hideout Cafe Breakfast and Lunch 7 days a week from 7.30am Shop 6/13 Lawson Street 6680 9300 FB thehideoutbyronbay insta @thehideoutbyronbay

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The Rocks @ Aquarius has been beautifully renovated, and boasts a wide array of locally sourced brekky dishes, Byron Bay Coffee and fresh juices and smoothies to enliven the senses and prepare you for the day ahead. Late riser? Join us for lunch 12–2pm, when you can grab a selection of burgers, salads, fresh rolls. Here at The Rocks, we are a fully licensed cafe, which means you can enjoy an ice-cold beer, a sumptuous wine or a handcrafted cocktail with your meal!

Hidden away in Byron’s iconic ‘Eat street’ Bay Lane, The Hideout Cafe and Bar offers indoor, outdoor and deck dining With a fresh, funky, relaxed vibe, generous serves, cruisey staff and 10am licence, come and find us for ‘Byron’s BEST breakfast’ all day… Takeaway available Vegetarian,Vegan and gluten free options available Kids menu

Contemporary and Middle Eastern flavours • Breakfast and lunch • Wood-fired pizzas • Fresh juices • Great coffee www.lusciousfoods.com.au

Celebrating 25 years Fins is the destination restaurant for fine local seafood. Long lazy lunches on our veranda. Afternoon oysters, Champagne and cocktails in our RAW BAR. Intimate fine dining of an evening. Proudly awarded Chef Hats for the past 22 years

Relaxed dining by the beach. Food that celebrates local produce served with a healthy dose of good tunes and good vibes. All welcome. Our opening hours are 6.30am–2.30pm, 7 days for Breakfast + Lunch Thursday, Friday, Saturday for dinner. Sunday Tapas & Happy Hour Specials till sundown

Mullumbimby’s iconic Empire Cafe serves up an exciting menu with something for everyone. From delicious and healthy superfoods like acai bowls and buddha bowls, to decadent treats like burgers and buffalo wings, and heaps heaps more. Come in and satisfy your cravings. Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings with delicious meals, cocktails and great vibes.

The Branches Coffee Roasters

Funky warehouse cafe + boutique coffee roastery nestled in Mullum’s Industrial Estate.

Unit 7, 9–11 Towers Drive Mullum Industrial Estate Mon–Fri 6.30am–3pm 6684 6167 www.thebranches.com.au @thebranches

- All day breakfast + lunch - Fresh roasted single origin, direct trade/organic coffees - Vegan friendly + healthy options - Kid + pet friendly - Good tunes + vibes baby! - Specialty teas, tonic herbs + smoothies

NEWRYBAR

at Habitat brings together the local community Mon–Wed 7am–3pm; in a relaxed environment for all-day dining. Thur–Sat 7am–9pm Wood-fired oven, charcoal grill, veges, meat, fish, 1 Porter Street, salads and St Ali coffee. North Byron Eat in or take-away No reservations. Bookings www.barriobyronbay.com.au over 8 email: gather@ @barriobyronbay barriobyronbay.com.au

The Rocks @ Aquarius

SPECIAL $12 LUNCH AND DINNER MENU All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you. Fully Licensed and B.Y.O. for wine. Welcome for lunch, dinner and take-away.

MULLUMBIMBY

FRESH PIZZA BYRON STYLE

A 5-minute drive from Byron Bay, Barrio eatery

$6 Tap Beer, $8 Wine $12 Signature cocktails

LENNOX HEAD

Trattoria Basiloco Open 7 days for Dinner starting 5.30pm See menu, book a table, or order takeaway at www.basilo.co 30 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6680 8818

DJ Friday & Saturday from 9pm Live Music Sunday from 4pm Daily Happy Hours 4pm–6pm and from 10pm

KINGSCLIFF

Fish ‘n’ Chips by Byron’s Main Beach or indulge in our ULTIMATE SEAFOOD PLATTER 6685 6011 functions@fishheadsbyron.com.au www.fishheadsbyron.com.au

MODERN ASIAN BAR & KITCHEN Located on Byron’s busy Jonson Street offering ocean views, cocktails, relaxed dining and good times

Harvest

A short ride from Byron Bay, Harvest Restaurant, Bakery and Deli offers country charm and fresh, seasonal, organic food sourced from local artisan producers and Harvest’s own gardens. 18-22 Old Pacific Highway Lunch 7 days from 12pm Newrybar NSW 2479 Dinner 5 nights from 6pm Breakfast weekends from 8am 02 6687 2644 Harvest Deli open from 8am with weekday breakfast www.harvestnewrybar.com.au available – Deli takeaway coffee from 7am. @harvestnewrybar Harvest is available for events, weddings and catering.

CATERING

CELEBRATIONS Celebrations Catering By Liz Jackson

BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management

E: lizzijjackson@gmail.com P: 0414 895 441

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To use an agent or not?

save money by using one of the companies that help with some of the tasks of selling, it can be that it actually costs you money While dealing with a licensed real eskinds of businesses they have examined in in the end. The benefits of using a local tate agent will arguably give you the best this area. agent are many, but in a nutshell: outcome if you sell your home, there are Example 1: Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one-off showing â&#x20AC;˘ Many licensed real estate agents (not all, a number of alternatives that you can use. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighbour Mary asks him to show so make sure you check them out) are Of course you can sell your property prisome prospective buyers through her skilled negotiators and this can make a vately and handle the marketing, enquirhouse while she is away on holidays. John tremendous difference in the final sale ies, inspections and negotiations yourself, does so, and the interested people subprice. or you can use a business that helps with sequently purchase the property. Mary â&#x20AC;˘ They key to getting the highest possible some of those tasks. rewards John with a case of wine. In price for your property is to cast as wide Some people have established small busishowing the house on this one-off occasion a net as possible into the market of ponesses in NSW providing assistance to John does not need a licence. tential buyers. Agents are able to do this homeowners wishing to privately sell Example 2: Phil goes online more effectively because they have many their home without the intervention of a other properties on their books and can Phil sets up a website from where he licensed real estate agent. The services ofrefer buyers from one to another as they charges a fee to assist people sell their fered through such businesses may include come to understand their needs and what houses. Phil advertises the properties on the preparation of fliers and signage as well they are looking for in a property. his website and includes his contact details as assistance with Â â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;open houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; inspecin each one. He also produces theÂ For Sale Th is combination of a wide net and a tions. These operators generally charge signs that he places on each property. Phil skilled agent can make thousands of dola set fee, rather then a percentage of the takes calls from interested prospects and larsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; diff erence in the price you receive for eventual selling price. passes them on to the vendors. To conduct your property And in a fit of shameless Some of these services may be provided this business, Phil would need a licence self-promotion please strongly consider without a licence, while others fall under under the Property, Stock and Business using an agent who advertises in The Echo the jurisdiction of the Property, Stock and Agents Act 2002. or, if you are selling yourself, use The Echo Business Agents Act 2002. Here are a few for your advertising. Of course you have While it may be tempting to potentially examples from NSW Fair Trading of the

to have your property advertised on the main online real estate portals but sometimes people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know they are looking to buy and, sometimes even if they do, by advertising inThe Echo you make your property rise above the others in the vast ocean of online listings. The Echo prints nearly twice as many papers than the other local newspapers and is read by more than twice as many readers so your net is cast much wider!

Ph: 6687 2479 www.bangalowrealestate.com.au

TUKI MORI - 753 Wilsons Creek Rd, Wilsons Creek MUST BE SOLD Auction on-site Sunday 22th April at 3pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if not sold prior!

18 acres

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OPEN HOUSE: Thursday 4pm - 4.45pm & Saturday 10am - 10.45am

Gary Brazenor: 0423 777 237 | Denzil Lloyd: 0481 864 049

25 Byron Street, Bangalow ONE OF BANGALOWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BEST RETAIL SHOPS FOR SALE WITH VACANT POSSESSION! To be offered for sale at Public Auction on Saturday 28th April, at 12 midday. In Bangalowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most sought after location and next door to 2 thriving businesses being the local chemist and Heart of the Home Homewares - is this rare opportunity to acquire in a heritage building circa 1911. This stunning retail shop with stained glass window features, polished \HOORZ WHDN Ă&#x20AC;RRU ERDUGV D VPDOO NLWFKHQHWWH LQWHUQDO WRLOHW DQG VHFXULW\ car space from the rear lane makes this a great opportunity for any retailer wanting to have a presence in Bangalow or investor alike!

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Property The Perfect Package! 40 Wilsons Creek Rd 5

2+ ensuite

Deceased estate must be sold

A Country Lifestyle on the Coast

35 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads 395 Middle Pocket Road, Middle Pocket $1,200,000 Auction $1,875,000 4 2 2 6 3 6

Level easy care acre just minutes from Mullum and on town water too! Well constructed and presented large, low maintenance family home with massive under cover entertaining area, big 4 bay council approved work shed, huge high clearance metal car port (suit van, boat or truck), PLUS council approved 3 bedroom dual occupancy previously used as child care facility. So, if you’re a tradie, need a second income or have a large extended family this property is for you and it’s priced to sell at $1,200,000.

Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Ruth Russell 0402 855 929 Professionals & Mark Cochrane Mullumbimby

Be quick to secure this rough diamond, whether you renovate, knock down or rent, this well be a proven strong investment, properties in this area are in high demand! Regrettably offered for sale 1st time in 53 years this family home + studio is within a short stroll to the river, CBD and pristine beaches of Bruns. • Level 809m2 block in a quiet established street • Renovate, knockdown or rent – choice is yours • Dual occupancy allowed (STCA) • Located only a short stroll to the beautiful Bruns River, beaches, cafes and famous Bruns pub Open: Saturday 14th April, 12.00–12.30pm Auction: Saturday 21st April 2018, 1pm, on site Contact: Janice Cameron 0427 807 335 Neil Cameron 0419 274 798 LJ Hooker Byron Bay

Stunning 10 acres with beautiful level home. Tiled living area, high raked timber ceilings, Modern kitchen with Caeserstone bench tops, gas stove, dishwasher, & a walk-in pantry. Open plan formal dining & lounge area with air conditioning & fireplace. All bedrooms have built-ins. The master bedroom has air conditioning, a bay window, & a luxurious ensuite. The bathroom has a bathtub, shower, & timber vanity. Perfect covered entertainment area. Carport joining the double lock up garage with an office & a large 6m x 6m studio room. The Colorbond shed has timber style flooring, ceiling fan, air conditioning, two bedrooms with built ins, a modern kitchen, combined laundry/bathroom & a covered entertainment area with weather shields & an outdoor bathtub looking out towards the creek. Outside the yard is level with a lush green lawns, an in-ground pool, full sized tennis court, garden & tool sheds, & numerous tanks. Solar power for energy efficiency. Don’t delay inspection of this gorgeous property. Inspect by appointment Open: Contact: Katrina Beohm 0467 001 122 Katrina Beohm Real Estate

REAL ESTATE AGENTS Licensed Auctioneers & Stock & Station Agents 74 Woodlark Street, Lismore 2480 6621 2768

This Homestead is being auctioned Saturday 14th April on site at 10am 451 Wyrallah Road, Lismore, 2480 Monaltrie Homestead on 39.58 ha is one of the oldest houses in Lismore. This home is a renovator’s dream and features high ceilings, cedar floors, large windows and French doors opening up to a magnificent long verandah. Looking a little tired but still emits an enchanting feel. Many of the 12 rooms have fireplaces. The huge rooms are a feature as is the enormous verandah. The home is set well back from the road and is given privacy by a big old fig tree and green shrubs. A large steel shed with power and concrete floor makes an ideal work or storage area. There is also an old slaughter house. Only minutes from local schools, hospitals and shops and 10 minutes to Lismore’s CBD. The 39.58 ha farm is well balanced with black soil flats with red & black soils on the hill. Predominately north-facing with a large plateau. Town water is connected. Currently used for cattle and could have mixed uses. A small cemetery, owned and managed by council, is located on the 39.58 ha.

See www.ianweirandson.com.au for virtual tour and open house dates. Phone Neil Short 0410 451 000 for inspection.

Brunswick Heads 35 Mullumbimbi St

DECEASED ESTATE MUST BE SOLD Regrettably offered for sale, this family home has been in the one family for 53 years. Attention tradies, renovators and investors! Roll up your sleeves and get ready to rumble. Set on a level 809m2 this family residence plus studio is only a short stroll to the beautiful Brunswick River, beaches, cafes and the famous Bruns Pub making this a very desirable and sought after location. • Level 809m2 block in a quiet established street • Only a short stroll to the relaxed lifestyle Bruns offers • Awaiting tradies or renovators to make their mark • Dual occupancy allowed (STCA) • Offers considered prior to Auction

Auction Saturday 21st April 2018, 1pm, on site View Saturday 14th April, 12pm – 12:30pm Contact Janice Cameron 0427 807 335 Neil Cameron 0419 274 798

LJ Hooker Byron Bay 6685 7300

ljhooker.com.au All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided and interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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Property Motivated seller

Mullum’s Ethical Baby Shop

14 Strand Avenue, New Brighton For sale Price guide - $1.2–$1.3 million 4 3 2

Looking for a solid, well built and beautifully presented beach house? Constructed by Paron & Philip in 2012 & situated just one street back from the beach, this quality home features pitched high ceiling, modern open plan design and separate guest accommodation, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking and dishwasher. To make the lazy summer days more enjoyable, this property also features outside shower, ceiling fans and air conditioning. Attractive landscaped gardens, established hedges and native plants, other features include stunning timber floors, large double lock up garage with internal access as well as plenty of storage and office with separate entrance. Motivated sellers will consider offers prior to Auction. View: Thursday 1–1.30pm & Saturday 11.30am–12noon Auction: Saturday 21st April onsite 12 noon Contact: Fiona Crandell 0400 418 886 George Kyprianou 0414 570 200 Elders Real Estate Brunswick Heads

Byrangery 755 Federal Drive

$30,000 + S.A.V.

Bud is an easy to run and profitable retail business located in a great position on the main street of Mullumbimby. Established in 2015, it has become a local favourite selling ethically sourced products for babies and children. We are proud of the range of people and planet-friendly clothing, toys and gifts we stock, many from local suppliers. Our asking price is below market value as we are ready to move on to our next adventure. Sale includes gorgeous Scandinavian style custom fitout and established online store.

3.5

$2.9 –$3.2 million

Located just 3 minutes from the quaint township of Federal, this secluded country retreat is nestled on 35 acres of land from which it commands breathtaking westerly views through the property’s wisteria covered arbour & down to the valley beyond. The property’s main residence is a stunning Hamptons-style master built family home, with six generous bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms. The ground level has living & dining rooms in addition to a generous formal lounge & media room with combustion fireplace, office, & a well-appointed chef’s kitchen. Outside is a sandstone paved patio area, 15m in-ground freshwater pool & large covered pergola entertaining/alfresco dining area complete with covered daybed. In addition is a separate twostorey guest cottage with kitchen, living area & bathroom. By Appointment Open: Contact: Denzil Lloyd 0481 864 049 Gary Brazenor 0423 777 237 Bangalow Real Estate & Byron Hinterland Properties

Contact: Please email us for more information Hello@budstore.com.au www.budstore.com.au

Superb Views... Nothing Like It!

Mr Property Services Tweed Broadwater Village – Tweed Heads South

14 Angus Kennedy Close, Lennox Head

Noble Lakeside Park – Kingscliff

Call Kelvin 0423 028 468 $279,000

Call Kelvin 0423 028 468 $359,000

Palm Lake Resort – Banora

The Palms Village – Tweed Heads South

Panoramic Views of Ocean, Hinterland, Lennox Village, Seven Mile Beach to Broken Head. Undeveloped land with panoramic views is now rare on the eastern seaboard. 14 Angus Kennedy Close is the ONLY remaining vacant residential block with a northerly aspect and panorama in this region. It is arguably the best remaining vacant block in Lennox Head. There really is nothing like it. • Superb panoramic views. • Northeast aspect - enjoys both summer breezes and winter sun. • 5-7 min walk to Lennox Head shops and Seven Mile Beach. • Easy walk to Lake Ainsworth and world famous surf break off Lennox Point. • 1458 m2 - just over one-third of an acre. • On the high side of a private road. Backs on to a nature reserve.

• Established and quiet part of Lennox Head. • Surrounded by quality homes with some of the best gardens in the Northern Rivers. • Tunnel under the coast road for safety. • 200 m from school bus stop. • Dedicated bike paths from Lennox Head to Ballina. • Vastly better value for money than comparable blocks in Byron Bay.

The superb panorama and attributes cannot be captured in photos – you are encouraged to take the time to visit and explore the block.

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0414 980 828

Call Kelvin 0423 028 468 $339,000

Call Kelvin 0423 028 468 POA

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LJ HOOKER BRUNSWICK HEADS • 5 Weeronga Way, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am • 2 Napelle Court, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am BANGALOW REAL ESTATE • 41 Yalla Kool Drive, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm • 753 Wilsons Creek Road, Wilsons Creek. Thu 4–4.45pm. Sat • 21 Orana Road, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm 10–10.45am • 5 Bower Street, Brunswick Heads. Sat 11–11.30am • 25 Royal Ave, South Golden Beach. Sat 11–11.30am ELDERS BANGALOW • Lots 4 & 6 Fowlers Lane ‘Sunsets of Bangalow’. Sat 10–10.30am • 39 Helen Street, South Golden Beach. Sat 12–12.30pm • 15 Meadows Close, Bangalow. Sat 11.30am–12pm McGRATH BYRON BAY • 12 Thomas Street, Bangalow. Sat 1–1.30pm • 51 Prince Street, Mullumbimby. Wed 4–4.30pm • 306 Whian Whian Road, Whian Whian. Sat 1–1.30pm • 11/3 Pecan Court, Suffolk Park. Sat 9.30–10am • 7/19 Teak Road, Federal. Sat 9.30–10am ELDERS BRUNSWICK HEADS • 14 Strand Avenue, New Brighton. Thu 1–1.30pm. Sat 11.30am–12 • 51 Prince Street, Mullumbimby. Sat 10.30–11am • 16 Left Bank Road, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.30am noon • 34 Yalla Kool Drive, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY • 33/12 Hazelwood Close, Suffolk Park. Sat 1.30–2pm • 43 Browning Street, Byron Bay. Thu 3–3.30pm RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES • 24 Grevillea Avenue, Mullumbimby. Thu 3–3.30pm • 11 Hardy Avenue, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am • 2/6–8 Daniels Street, Byron Bay. Fri 11–11.30am • 7 Rajah Road, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–11am • 18 Coral Court, Byron Bay. Sat 9–9.30am • 29 Natan Court, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am • 2/92 Rajah Road, Ocean Shores. Sat 9–9.30am • 10 Philip Street, South Golden Beach. Sat 11.30am–12pm • 58 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 9.30–10am • 25 Goonengerry Road, Goonengerry. Sat 12.30–1pm • 45 Parrot Tree Place, Bangalow. Sat 10–10.30am • 11 Pottsville Road, Mooball. Sat 12.30–1pm • 22 Palm-Lily Crescent, Bangalow. Sat 10–10.30am • 2/6–8 Daniels Street, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 36 Beachcomber Drive, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am • Lot 2/20 Azalea Street, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.30am ELDERS BANGALOW • 21 Plantation Drive, Ewingsdale. Sat 11–11.30am • 3/23 Poinciana Street, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.30am • 12 Thomas Street, Bangalow • 43 Alcorn Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY • 1980 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby. Sat 12–12.30pm • 211 Old Byron Bay Road, Newrybar. $2.75m – $2.95m • 79 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm • 22 Palm-Lily Crescent, Bangalow. $1.2m – $1.3m • 48 Ruskin Street, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm • 45 Parrot Tree Place, Bangalow. $1.15m – $1.25m • 68 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm • 3/23 Poinciana Street, Mullumbimby. $590,000 – $649,000 • 24 Grevillea Avenue, Mullumbimby. Sat 12–12.30pm • 94 Corkwood Crescent, Suffolk Park. Sat 1–1.30pm KATRINA BEOHM REAL ESTATE • 115 Bangalow Road, Byron Bay. Sat 1–1.30pm • 240 Skinners Shoot Road, Skinners Shoot. $1,850,000 • Lot 6, 155–159 Broken Head Road, Suffolk Park. Sat 2–2.30pm McGRATH BYRON BAY KATRINA BEOHM REAL ESTATE • 33/12 Hazelwood Close, Suffolk Park • 62 Sunrise Boulevard, Byron Bay. Wed 6–6.30pm. Sat 10.30– RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES 11am • • 27 Cemetery Road, Byron Bay. Thu 5–5.45pm. Sat 11.30am–12pm 10 Mayes Hill Road, North Tumbulgum

• 54 Helen Street, South Golden Beach • 4 Elfran Avenue, Pottsville Beach • 4 Wahlooga Way, Ocean Shores

Auctions BANGALOW REAL ESTATE • 753 Wilsons Creek Road, Wilsons Creek. Auction onsite 22 April 3pm • 25 Byron St, Bangalow. Auction 28 April 12pm ELDERS BANGALOW • 15 Meadows Close, Bangalow. Sat 14 April onsite 12pm ELDERS BRUNSWICK HEADS • 14 Strand Avenue, New Brighton. Sat 21 April 12 noon onsite McGRATH BYRON BAY • 51 Prince Street Mullumbimby. Sat 14 April 11am

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White Sand Between Your Toes Just one street back from pristine white sand, enjoy cooling sea breezes from the east facing entertainer’s deck of this well built beachside property. • Constructed in 2012 by Paron & Phillip • Paradise-like gardens, native shrubs and ornate hedges • High pitched ceiling, fans and air conditioning • Double lock up garage with internal access • Stunning timber ﬂoors, timber staircase • Separate guest accommodation • Walk to pet friendly beaches, cafe and general store Motivated sellers will consider offers prior to Auction.

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PETERSEN’S 360 BRINGING THE ALLSTARS BACK TO LISMORE

ONE-TIME TRINITY STUDENT GENE PETERSEN IS ONE OF THE LISMORE REGION’S GREAT SUCCESS STORIES. A PHENOMENAL PERCUSSIONIST, A PROLIFIC COMPOSER AND EXCEPTIONAL PIANIST, PETERSEN HAS LEFT THE QUIET COUNTRY LIFE BEHIND WITH A WORLD TOUR THAT HAS SEEN HIM CREATE 360 ALLSTARS, WHICH IS COMING TO LISMORE CITY HALL THIS WEEK. What is 360 Allstars exactly? What was the impetus to create the group? 360 ALLSTARS is an urban circus! The concept behind the show was to reinvent the circus by replacing traditional stereotyped circus artforms with contemporary street styles. So instead of acrobats we have breakdancers, instead of a juggler we have a basketball freestyler, and instead of a unicyclist we have a BMX flatlander, and so on. All of the artforms in the show feature rotation, hence 360, and all of the cast are quite literally the best in the world at their given disciplines, hence ALLSTARS! Gene, it seems like such an inner-city thing to do. How did a country boy like you find his way to producing and directing shows? My path to this was through music. I toured with a lot of other shows as a drummer, and ended up composing the music for several productions too, and so quite inadvertently I gained firsthand experience in how to build a show. It was never really an aspiration of mine to be a producer or director, but I soon realised I’d acquired the knowledge and an understanding of the creative process, so it came about quite organically. Ultimately it came down to jumping in at the deep end and having a go, and fortunately it didn’t suck! What are the things that you like to talk about in your raps? Well, I wouldn’t go promoting myself as a rapper really. I enjoy it a lot and I do rap in the show a bit, but Roman MC is our main rapper and vocalist, and for good reason. As far as content goes, the incredible thing about Roman is his ability to freestyle. In one section we even have him taking word suggestions from the audience and instantaneously incorporating these into his lyrics, live on the spot. His verbal prowess is genuinely staggering, and it’s just ridiculous how quickly his brain can generate the lyrical content and deliver it perfectly in time with such amazing showmanship and killer flow. How does percussion fit in? Does it become the pulse for the show? The whole soundtrack for the show is performed live and the drumming is certainly one of the main elements, with the keys and Roman’s vocals being the other key ingredients. We run all of these through a loop station, which enables us to record and

stack layers upon layers of musical phrases, and with the use of synthesisers and an array of effects we are able to emulate almost any instrument or ensemble. So one piece might be funky, the next is orchestral, and the result is an eclectic soundtrack that’s far more diverse than what would normally be achievable by just a duo. After the foundation for each piece is built, we both revert to our primary roles of drummer and rapper, and so I do spend the majority of my time in the show playing the kit. This allows me to support the performers on stage musically, building behind them or bringing it back down to create suspense, and generally just accentuating their movements to have maximum impact. Where has the show taken you? Well this is our sixth year touring the show around the world, so quite a lot of places! We’ve toured the UK, Europe, Asia, North America, and of course Australia and New Zealand. It’s been an exciting journey, and we’ve been lucky to have had so many wonderful and contrasting experiences. From performing in Alaska in the middle of winter, to sellout seasons at Edinburgh Fringe, to playing to Indigenous communities in the outback, to selling out on Broadway in New York. In the next six months alone we’ll perform in Australia, China, the Czech Republic, England, France, Scotland and Malaysia… and Lismore City Hall! My kids go to Trinity. You must have been a bit left of centre for most of their curriculum. Were you developing your ideas back then? I’m not sure if I was that far left of centre… I think the whole centre is pretty far left on the northern rivers! I did always have lots of creative ideas, but so do all kids. That was probably the real key to making this show; tapping in to that childlike imagination and allowing myself to think like a kid in a candy store. By intentionally removing all the sensible limitations or parameters that you would normally work within when creating a production, you’re suddenly free to dream big. What’s awesome? Breakdancing! Basketball freestyling! BMX flatlanding! How many different types of awesome can we get on one stage? And who’s the best in the world at all of these things? What country do they come from? Let’s get them!

It’s resulted in a work that connects so well with young audiences, but also appeals to the inner child of our mature audiences. It’s fun, and that’s universal. How do you involve breakdancers in the show? The B-Boy scene is one of my favourites. It’s set inside a video game, with each breakdancer an avatar from within the game, competing live in a Street Fighter-esque dance battle. They’re both insanely talented and execute moves that defy gravity and probably several other laws of physics! Aside from this scene, throughout the show we build relationships between the various artforms, and the breakdancers help to facilitate a lot of the collaboration here, as they are so physically capable of replicating the motions featured in the other disciplines. Pardon my ignorance, but what is a Basketball freestyler or a BMX Flatlander? Basketball Freestyling is all about tricks with a basketball – spins, dribbles, juggling, flow etc – think Harlem Globetrotters! Basketballman is one of the best in the world, all the way from New York, and is an absolutely phenomenal performer. Six years I’ve been watching him wow crowds, and I’m still just as much in awe as I was on day one. BMX Flatlanding is all about BMX tricks on a flat surface; spinning, rolling, balancing and all sorts of crazy combinations. It’s super impressive, but also quite graceful – almost like ballet on a bicycle – so it translates to a theatre stage quite effortlessly. Peter is the two-time World Champion from Hungary and, unsurprisingly, very good. What’s it feel like bringing the show home? Feels great! Having toured with the crew for so many years now, we’ve all become a tight-knit little family, so it’ll be wonderful to share with them this beautiful area I was lucky enough to grow up in. And of course it’ll be personally gratifying to rock a home show after having performed this literally everywhere else! Friday & Saturday 7.30pm (2.30pm Sat mat) | NORPA at Lismore City Hall | Bookings: www.norpa.org.au or call 1300 066 772 |Tickets: $25/$44/$49

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ENTERTAINMENT

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Trigger Warning: This article contains ideas that may trigger people who are triggered by ideas, especially ones they don’t agree with. It may refer to content that makes you uncomfortable. If this is you, don’t read on. Or maybe you should.

live music CASH COMES TO TOWN

Wouldn’t it have been more helpful to protect people from the initial trauma in the first place rather than protecting them from anything that reminds them of it?

Did you know that 27 years ago Johnny Cash went to Stanthorpe to play a show that raised more than $10k for the Blue Nurses? He played to only just more than 500 people in the civic centre. It seems inconceivable that a man who has been so mythologised could have played in such humble circumstances. But Cash is a man of the people. And the legacy lives on, with Johnny and June Carter Cash’s son, John Carter Cash, coming to Bangalow to play a fundraising concert for Feros Care Bangalow Village and Bangalow Arts Society Ltd. Cash’s son has been involved in music all his life and is himself an accomplished and award-winning record producer. He is also a singer/songwriter and author and with his wife, entertainer and songwriter Ana Cristina Cash, he preserves the family legacy as a caretaker to the heritage. House of Cash, one night only, straight from Nashville, Tennessee, at Bangalow A&I Hall on Wednesday 18 April, supported by the local legends supergroup Backwater Brethren. Tix are $48. Book at www.houseofcash. eventbrite.com.au.

Trigger warnings are the psychological equivalent of a sign on a cliff face that says ‘Danger. Cliff’. Or the top of a takeaway coffee cup that says ‘Caution. Hot Liquid’.

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I am not in the business of re-traumatising traumatised people but I’m over this current trend to give ‘trigger warnings’ ahead of content that might be deemed distressing. They are triggering me. They are triggering me because I can’t work out who is being triggered and from what? And why now? Are we really the first generation to experience trauma? My understanding is that humanity has been creating trauma and reporting on trauma and even making art of trauma ever since caveman had his first cave wall exhibition depicting his big dick, his even bigger club, and his impressive buffalo cull. Apologies to buffalos reading this. I should have given a bovine Trigger Warning! Isn’t suggesting something is potentially triggering actually triggering? Aren’t we just implanting the idea of extreme response into someone before they have it? Can’t adults make their own decisions about content and their ability to manage it without this patronising paternalistic attempt to protect people from ‘dangerous’ material? Can we really expect to avoid all things that cause us discomfort and pain? Isn’t that the point of life? To work it through?

As human beings I believe we need those skills to make safety assessments for ourselves. Otherwise we blunder through a dangerous world in a constant state of unawareness and blind dependence on other people advising us how to be safe. If a documentary is about the war in Rwanda you will probably see horrific images of war. Sorry if that triggers you to feel things like outrage, horror, guilt and disgust, while sipping tea and painting your toenails in the comfort of your nice comfortable middle class home.

We Move Studio in Mullumbimby is presenting a concert with Mimi Gilbert (California), indie folk singer/songwriter on

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her Australian tour, and Byron Bay’s own Josh Lee Hamilton! Mimi has spent the last few years touring consistently in the USA and Europe. She continues to carry her songs and story around the world, playing in venues of all kinds. In the realm of indie, cinematic folk, Mimi is harmony driven and with a love for deep rhythm. She creates layer upon layer of a raw, prevailing sound that simply bursts with life, journey and experience. Fri 13th | 7.30 pm | $10 | 3/43 Stuart Street, Mullum | All ages.

If a story comes on the news about the Catholic church and historic cases of abuse then do you need a trigger warning? Don’t you already know what the content will be? Don’t you have the capacity to switch something over if you don’t want to hear it without someone warning you? It’s hardly going to contain half an hour of the best of funny cats from YouTube. Although you could be triggered by cats. What we are trying to avoid here is trauma triggers. But who knows what a person’s trauma trigger might be? It’s presumptive to think that images and stories of sexual assault or child abuse or violence or self-harm may be the only triggers. The colour red might be a trigger. The smell of the road after summer rain might be a trigger. Someone leaving the milk uncapped on the bench. Who knows how many layers your trauma lays under and what secret button can suddenly cause intense rage or sorrow? I have a history of domestic violence. I have experienced rape and sexual assault. I find some things really disturbing. I don’t know if that’s me being triggered or that I am sensitive to the pain and suffering of others. Years ago in a cinema watching Trainspotting, in the scene where the baby falls down the stairs and dies I got such a shock and was so distressed I cried in a way that you don’t want to cry in a public place. Huge gulping sobs. I felt sick, distressed. I was affected for weeks afterwards. I still don’t think that was a bad thing. It was embarrassing for the bloke I was on the date with but it was a strong human reaction to something awful, probably magnified by my personal history. I was triggered. It made me really examine what upset me so extremely. I haven’t watched that film again. Nor the second one. I made that decision myself. I don’t need a trigger warning. Trigger alerts annoy me by presuming that we all share the same level of privilege. Trigger alerts just seem so white and middle class and presume that our trauma is special. Perhaps programs depicting affluence and wealth should come with a trigger warning for those living below the poverty line. Should cooking shows warn people with eating disorders that they are discussing food? If we were to truly give a shit about not wanting to instigate trauma in our fellow citizens then maybe we should honour our first nations by giving Australia Day a trigger alert. Sometimes I believe it’s important to come into contact with information or experiences that make you feel uncomfortable. It is my responsibility to learn how to live in the world, not the world’s responsibility to work out how to live with me. The only Trigger Warning you really need is on a gun. But if you got rid of guns you wouldn’t need that either.

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MUSIC FOR THE PEOPLE

SINCE ITS INCEPTION THE GARIFUNA COLLECTIVE HAS CONSISTENTLY PROVIDED A UNIQUELY REWARDING EXPERIENCE – GARIFUNA MUSIC AND DANCE PERFORMED BY COMPOSERS AND MUSICIANS WHO PUSH THE BOUNDARIES OF THEIR DYNAMIC, CENTURIESOLD MUSICAL TRADITIONS AND MAKE IT ACCESSIBLE TO A WORLDWIDE AUDIENCE. The Garifuna culture has such an incredible history. In your own words can you tell us a little about the things that have shaped your people? Our African and Caribbean roots have shaped our people. We keep the ways and pride of our ancestors; they were strong and knew the importance of passing on to rising generations what has been learnt throughout life and its many journeys across time. What does music mean for the Garifuna people and how important is it? For our people, music is a way of life; sharing experiences, morals, passing down traditions and stories through the form of songs and chants. Many of our rhythms are lively, using the Garifuna drums, which bring us together to celebrate life. When conversation and all else fails music always prevails. Is there a place that the Garifuna people consider their homeland? Yurumei (The Garifuna/ indigenous name for St Vincent and Grenadines) is considered to be the homeland of the Garifuna people. What was the vision that brought you all together? Continuing the work and legacy of Andy Palacio’s dream by keeping alive our traditions and preserving the Garifuna way of life.

Don Walker is regarded as one of Australia’s best songwriters and his songs have been mapping Australia, from Kings Cross to regional towns and the spaces between, for more than thirty years, through solo albums and shows with Catfish, three acclaimed albums with Tex, Don and Charlie and of course with one of Australia’s finest-ever bands Cold Chisel. He has just released his entire back catalogue – We’re All Gunna Die, Cutting Back, Hully Gully, Live at the Caravan plus both Catfish albums, Unlimited Address and Ruby in the one box set – Blacktop. To celebrate the releases, Don and The Suave Fucks play the Ex-Services in Mullumbimby on 21 April.

What has been the most memorable moment working together at a concert or some other event? In 2007, playing on the stage for the last time with Andy Palacio, how our people embraced him for his accomplishments, mission and humanitarian acts of peace, love and oneness. Every Garifuna person in Belize knew that this was the beginning of a whole new trail and things would never be the same. What is the next big milestone for the Garifuna Collective? Perhaps to be an example to other indigenous artists to embrace and preserve the roots and teachings of their own ancestors, without hesitation. What should we expect for your show in Mullumbimby? Our drums will create an atmosphere of celebration in total peace and togetherness. Rhythm, dance and soulful melodies. We can’t wait to perform in Australia. This is the farthest we have ever travelled to perform our music. At Mullum Civic Hall on Thursday. Tickets at www.redsquaremusic.com.au.

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EMPOWERING MEN

I have it on good account from sex therapists who work with men, as well as female friends, that many men are insecure about the size of their penis and experience a lot of anxiety as a result.

depth of presence, personal integrity, sense of purpose, ability to be emotionally vulnerable, and sexual confidence, he reached a point where women he was interested in were approaching HIM, rather than the other way around. He’s in a really good place now, while still working through his areas of challenge and being really vulnerable and authentic about where he’s at. He’s in the early stages of moving into coaching men in this area, which is really rewarding to see.

DAVE MCDERMOTT IS A MASCULINE EMPOWERMENT COACH WITH A PASSION FOR HELPING MEN ADDRESS WHAT’S HOLDING THEM BACK FROM LIVING THE LIVES THEY WANT. HE IS ONE OF THE PRESENTERS AT TASTE OF LOVE FESTIVAL.

Fortunately, the old saying is true: ‘It’s not how big it is, it’s how you use it’. Women have reported to me that they’ve experienced far more pleasure from men with a smaller penis, because his penis was able to stimulate her G-spot during penetrative sex in a way that a man with a bigger penis was not able to do so easily.

Dave, what does it mean exactly to be a Male Empowerment coach? I coach men to relate to women more authentically. I do that by supporting men to become more confident in their masculinity and their sexuality, and to understand more deeply what women really want in a man. What holds men back from intimacy in your experience of working with men? I find that while SOME men are comfortable with intimacy, many men are not. Men often feel they have to live up to a certain standard in the bedroom and have limiting ideas about what women want when it comes to sex. The widespread use of pornography has a significant part to play in this, setting up an unrealistic expectation that women are always up for sex and are there to provide pleasure for the man. The reality of intimacy is that a woman generally takes a lot more time than a man to become highly aroused and needs emotional connection before she’s ready for sexual connection with him. Men often make the mistake of pushing for sex and wanting it as soon as possible, rather than being willing to be patient and giving her the time and space she needs to open up to him intimately. Why are men so obsessed with penis size? Is it something they talk about – or is there too much shame? In my experience working with men, conversations about penis size are not so common in adult years, although there’s a lot of this going on during teenage years. However, although men stop talking about it, they don’t stop thinking about it.

Greatly. I carried a lot of shame about my sexuality and insecurity about feeling like women I was attracted to were out of my reach.

I’ll be running a Conscious Pickup workshop with my partner Helena. Although I don’t like the word ‘pick-up’, because of its association with the pick-up artist industry, I’ve used it deliberately in the workshop title to be provocative.

I was told from an early age that sex outside of marriage was wrong. I believed it for a long time. I remained a virgin until age 27, and even after that sex was pretty mediocre for a while. A lot of casual sex without compatibility or emotional connection outside the bedroom. Eventually I went into the shame, fear, anger and sadness I carried from growing up with sexual repression. I cried my guts out.

I struggled for a long time in my life to approach women whom I was attracted to and open up a conversation with them that led to dating and relationship. Like many men, I was frozen with fear and terrified of rejection. I put a lot of focus on this area for a time, and challenged myself to get over that fear. I approached a lot of women and had many educational experiences. It was a powerful growth journey and one that I’m glad I went on.

I reached out for help, and found good mentors to help me sort out how I was relating to women. I got really clear that I wanted to help men who had experienced a similar pain and frustration in not having a healthy romantic life and sex life.

In my work today, many men report to me that they have incredible fears around approaching women. During this workshop we’ll be exploring with men how to authentically approach women they are attracted to, without using any manipulation or having to put on any mask of confidence. Just simply being comfortable interacting, while acknowledging any nervousness they’re feeling, as well as sexual arousal, anxiety, excitement etc.

How did sexual repression shape who you were as a person and how you related to the world?

I LOVE working with men in this area and find incredible fulfilment in it. Can you tell me one of the most inspiring stories of transformation you’ve witnessed? I had a man in my group program some time ago who had a significant trauma in his past that led to a lot of anxiety around how he was relating to women.He was porn addicted, struggling with anxiety, and massively struggling to relate authentically to women he was attracted to. On our first retreat in the program during the final day, where we do some powerful relating exercises with women volunteers, he wanted to leave when the women first walked into the room. But he had the courage to go through the experience and ‘stayed in the fire’ with it. After some time of working on cultivating his

What will you be presenting at Taste of Love?

The workshop is open to women as well as men, as many women also find approaching men (or other women) challenging. It will also help women understand just how challenging men find this area of approaching women. During the workshop we’ll be running an activity where the men will get some constructive feedback from the women around how they’re showing up when approaching a woman. It’ll be exciting and a little edgy. Taste of Love – 20–22 April in Byron. For program info and tickets go to tasteoflove.com.au.

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HALCYON DRIVE AT THE BREWERY To celebrate the release of their new single Silver Ray, Halcyon Drive have announced an Australian east coast tour with a show in Byron with local favourites Wharves. Recorded and produced in Melbourne with Eskimo Joe’s Joel Quartermaine, Silver Ray is the latest single from their forthcoming debut album – fresh, uplifting and catchy as hell. Byron Brewery | Saturday | 8pm | Free

Bello Winter Music 2018 has announced a cracking lineup of more than 70 acts for the winter festival that fills the streets, halls, pubs, and cafes of the stunning riverside town of Bellingen on the NSW mid-north coast over 12–15 July, 2018. Deborah Conway and Willy Zeiger, Caiti Baker, William Crighton, Z-Star Trinity (UK), Jack Carty and Gus Gardiner, Perch Creek, and Hot Potato Band are just some of the acts that will be joining previously announced acts Justin Townes Earle, Lior, Lillie Mae, Maddy Jane, Fraser A. Gorman, Moussa Diakite and Wassado, Thando, The Satsuki Odamura Koto Ensemble, Tangents and the Hi Tops Brass Band. Now in its fourth year, Bello Winter Music is an intimate, family-friendly event

ANDY AID that spreads across 14 different venues throughout the town of Bellingen and has sold out each year. This is a festival where you go to discover new music from across the globe and Australia in a village setting. The program is diverse, quirky and full of surprises including one-off performances that encourage collaboration between artists. The emphasis is on great live music and a friendly, inclusive, community atmosphere. It’s little wonder that Bello Winter Music has been so wholeheartedly embraced by music lovers of all persuasions and is a favourite festival to play for musicians. Tickets for the musical adventure that is Bello Winter Music are now on sale but be quick as the festival sells out each year. www.bellowintermusic.com.

Andy Rberg, originally from Sweden, had an horrific car accident while on holiday in Bali earlier in the year and did not have travel insurance. Not only was he badly injured, including having metal plates inserted in his left leg, but he was left with an astronomical hospital bill that will take him years to pay off, especially since he cannot currently work. Mates of Andy are putting on Andy Aid with music from the incredible Kyle Lionheart, Dos Loona, which features Holly Tapp on vocals – she was a finalist on The Voice last year – and up-and-comer Rory ONeil. There is also an art auction featuring some work by Austin Nitsua, and a massive raffle. Please come down and help Andy get back on his feet | Sunday at the Byron Brewery | 5pm

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culture POP UP DESIGNERS

The Byron Designers Collective Pop-up at Newrybar this Saturday and Sunday features local independent artists and designer stalls laden with handmade jewellery, fashion, photography, art, and homewares. The emphasis for the Byron Designers Collective is that all products are designed and handmade locally. 13/15 Old Pacific Highway Newrybar, 8am–2pm.

MAKING LAUGH Now in its 21st year, Mandy Nolan’s standup comedy class at Byron Community College continues to go from strength to strength with a capacity class of 17 and even a waiting list lining up to see if they have what it takes to make people laugh. What would make seemingly normal people voluntarily sign up for something that most would cite as one of their biggest fears? Well, it’s not all strictly voluntary. Some people’s friends and family sign them up! With just six three-hour classes under their belts the comedy initiates are sent into the spotlight wide eyed, finding new ways to find humour in who they are, how people see them and how they think. ‘Comedy

is something innate,’ says teacher and comedian Mandy Nolan. There is incredible humour and release in translating our challenges into humour! I think humour is the ultimate coping mechanism. So who is lining up this year? ‘We have a plastic surgeon, a private detective, a massage therapist, a wedding photographer, a school teacher, a retired principal and a whole lot more!’ Come and catch the 17 new comedians at the cult graduation known as The Virgin Sacrifice | Mullum Ex-Services | Monday |8pm | $10/15 at the door, or book by emailing mandy@mandynolan.com.au | MC Mandy Nolan

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HEAVEN AND HELL WHAT THE BIG O DID FOR CASH TWO FRIENDS COME TOGETHER TO TELL THE STORY OF TWO FRIENDS. SLIM PICKENS AND BARRY FERRIER DON WIGS AND GUITAR TO TELL THE STORY OF HEAVEN AND HELL, THE FRIENDSHIP AND THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH AND ROY ORBISON. Tell me, what is Heaven and Hell all about? Two boys grew up in poverty, a few hundred miles apart, during the Depression, each driven to succeed by tough beginnings, going on to be world-famous stars through their prodigious talent. They met at the beginning of their careers and remained lifelong friends, understanding each other’s struggle. Riches and great success didn’t protect them from tragedy and heartache.

Both were religious, but though they had so much in common, they were opposites in so many ways – Johnny’s bass voice and Roy’s voice high like an angel; Johnny was a rebel and wild man, while Roy was shy and conservative. Johnny was taking drugs and leaving his first wife Vivian, while Roy was chasing his wild girlfriend Claudette, desperate to settle down; he married her twice before she died in his arms after a motorcycle accident at age 24.

How did Cash and Orbison become friends? Cash went to Texas to promote Cry Cry Cry, appearing on a radio show; the resident band featured Roy Orbison as vocalist. Johnny was so thrilled by Roy’s voice that he gave him Sam Phillips’s phone number at Sun Records, advising Roy to lower his voice and change his name. This led to Roy’s first hit Oobie Doobie, so Johnny and Roy’s stellar careers ran in parallel. Johnny was godfather to Roy’s son Alex, the only one of Roy’s three boys to later survive a house fire. Johnny bought the property when Roy would never go back there, and planted an orchard where the house was.

How have they influenced you as a musician? They were both storytellers, Johnny in the tradition of folksingers, but Roy developed his own style of pop opera. Each had a unique unmistakeable vocal style that was part of the sound track to our youth.

What was intrinsically different in their world views?

What are the songs of theirs that always thrill you when you hear them? You can’t forget the tough realism of Folsom Prison Blues or the aching melancholy of Crying. What’s it like to play the songs of Cash or Orbison, is it hard to make them your own? As no-one can really hope to closely imitate either of these unique artists, one inevitably must make the songs one’s own, but aim to capture the essence of the song. The songs are introduced into the show where they reflect the emotion of the story. What should we expect for the show at the Byron Theatre? No recorded backings, it’s all real – in the Cash songs, Slim plays standup bass and stompbox to Barry’s guitar; in the Orbison songs, Barry plays a unique mini-drumkit, keyboards and harmonica to Slim’s guitar, and together they produce a powerful harmony sound. The show is a fantasy, set at the Pearly Gates, as each reflects on their life story, hoping to make it through. It’s a full multimedia production with supporting imagery from their lives, featuring all their greatest hits.

Find your inner Zen

Slim Pickens and Barry Ferrier present Heaven & Hell: The Friendship of Johnny Cash & Roy Orbison at the Byron Theatre on Friday at 8pm. Tickets are $35/25 at byroncentre.com.au.

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FOR THE LAST DAYS OF MERCURY RETROGRADE, THE USUAL CONDITIONS APPLY: THINK TWICE, CHECK EVERYTHING, SLOW DOWN, DRIVE CAREFULLY, SPEAK KINDLY, BE PATIENT, REFRESH YOUR SETTINGS…

ARIES: There’s nothing you like more than a fresh start and this week clears the decks for your personal new year renaissance. Sure there are speed bumps, but aim for a smooth cruise to ease your way into the changes. Remember the ancient saying: To hold on is strength, to let go is wisdom…

TAURUS: Mercury and Jupiter, planets of expansion and communication, in retrograde this week take us all back over old territory to clear roadblocks so we can move forward freely and unobstructed. In earthy Tauran terms, you might want to think of it as preparing the soil before planting new seeds. GEMINI: First, reread the introduction above. That said, this is a cracker week for planning, strategising, brainstorming, mind mapping, rethinking, going back to the drawing board. Yes it’s tedious redoing something you thought was sorted, but you know what they say about the best-laid plans. Trust me, you’ll be glad you did. CANCER: This week’s unexpected upsets are best viewed as opportunities; Venus in your social zone brings support and atssistance to help you in flipping the script. If volcanic passions have you out of your watery element, then visualise what it’s like to be lava and go with the liquid fiery flow. LEO: This week’s work and/ or health issues respond best to a mix of discipline and flexibility, courage and creative thinking. The emotional climate’s feisty, but why waste time in power plays? Downsizing and streamlining bring a sense of achievement – ditto reconnecting with someone or something from the past with an important message for you. VIRGO: Venus, Mars, Saturn and Pluto are all in fellow earth signs, plus there’s fire energy lighting up your finance and let’s-get-physical sectors – which all sounds like a pretty decent week for you pragmatic sensualists. Only proviso? Don’t believe unsubstantiated news or gossip. Check sources, discriminate between fact and personal opinion.

LIBRA: Venus rules two zodiac signs, yours and earthy Taurus. Be warned this week she’s hanging out in Taurus territory at indulgence headquarters. If your Libran scales are weighing the advantages of flying solo against the benefits and drawbacks of group operating, use a balance of intuition and practicality to choose. SCORPIO: While it’s exciting and stimulating, a certain amount of drama infuses this week’s obligations, with their escalating crescendo of power plays and urgency to make weighty decisions. Your instincts are strong to reform and regenerate: you’re on the transformation express and there’s no turning back. Just try to stay fluid. And cool. SAGITTARIUS: A second look at something you took for granted might bring a jarring surprise or uncomfortable insight this week, to do with the merciless nature of black/ white, right/wrong attitudes. You’re in a positive cycle right now, so look for answers where you wouldn’t usually. Answers which may ask for a different response… CAPRICORN: Too many bosses could spoil this week’s broth with a brouhaha of conflicting opinions and clashing agendas. If home or social tensions reach pressurecooker intensity, don’t engage in competition with anyone but yourself, to gain emotional control… with bonus points for speaking with kindness, acting with understanding, behaving with patience. AQUARIUS: You’re enterprising, energetic and enthusiastic, with personal initiative and leadership skills peaking – while behind the scenes strong, unsettling emotions conduct a private wrestling match. It’s a matter of balancing both, and when you need a break this is a great week for catching up on what you’ve been putting off. PISCES: Niceness just won’t cut it this week, which is into radical authenticity. If tensions manifest between finances and friends owing to changes in circumstances, earnings or savings, there’s no point in faking feelings, so forget pretending and keep it real. Peak time? Late-week Pisces moonlight: enjoy it with whom and what you love.

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It’s never too late Well into retirement, with years of success in his hobby of sculpting in stone and clay, this 83-year-old decided it was time to paint, so he did. Pop into Clem’s Marketplace in Brunswick Heads to see the David Shaw Gallery. His fresh approach to painting in abstract offers many choices for lovers of contemporary art. You buy direct from the artist. Pop in before the exhibition pops out at end of April. Your opinion is important to him; be sure to comment in the visitor book, even if you don’t buy.

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Artist in focus: Melanie Tongmar Melanie Tongmar is a local abstract painter who uses her gift of astral travel to create artworks of a different time and place. ‘I am joking,’ she says, ‘but I have a strong imagination and like to paint the colours and shapes evoked when I pull an historical story from deep within our collective consciousness. My mind is very well travelled indeed.’ Mel’s artworks are somewhat cinematic with birdseye views, a blend of abstract landscape and an intangible sense of place. ‘I don’t like things to be recognisable. I like the discomfort of having something where I and the viewer have to rely completely on emotion, or on intuitive understanding. Although I do have recognisable objects, they could be anything really, depending on your own story.’ Into The Deep is Mel’s first exhibition; expect to see stormy seas, distant shores, hidden treasures… all in abstract of course! All welcome for drinks and nibbles on opening night, Friday 20 April 5.30–8pm. Into The Deep will run until 3 May at LAC (Lennox Arts Collective) Gallery in Lennox Head. See Mel’s work on the back page. Instagram: meltongmar

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BSA Weekend Workshops Byron School of Art has an exciting and inspirational selection of weekend workshops beginning the last weekend of April. Students can expand their skills with cyanotypes, mokulito wood lithography, en plein air watercolour painting, monoprinting and transfers, experimental drawing and abstraction, or basketry. These popular workshops fill quickly. Visit the BSA website for more information and to join their mailing list. www.byronschoolofart.com

Public sculpture in Mullum Resurgent Creative Mullum, keepers of the Mullumbimby Sculpture Walk, are generating new projects. Coming soon to transform the derelict barbecue on Brunswick Terrace, Mullum, is REVIVE sculpture. SPIRIT OF CHINCOGAN, a new opportunity for sculptors to create a work for the sculpture walk, funded by Mullum Chamber of Commerce to the tune of $30,000. INGENUITY is a community sculpture fest to be held in November while the town pulses with the Mullum Music Fest. And a Public Art course in July at Byron Community College Mullum – for aspiring public artists. Check www.mullumsculpturewalk.com.au for more info.

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Join the Conversation… Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) is growing and we are seeking feedback on the future direction of the NRCG. Your feedback will assist the NRCG and Ballina Shire Council to shape the future of arts and culture within the shire. The NRCG is about to expand Gallery facilities to include Ignite Studios @ NRCG. This exciting new facility will provide a dynamic shared art space supporting the development and participation of artistic pursuits. Facilities include artist studios, a visiting artist-in-residence (AiR) studio and two access spaces for workshops, creative events, pop-up exhibitions, meetings and special projects. Join the conversation on the future of arts and culture in our community by completing a short five-minute survey via the Gallery website www.nrcgballina.com.au.

AN ARTISTS AFFAIR - Burlesque and Bare Most artists long for the time and the space to immerse themselves in the pleasures of their art. Follow Your Art presents AN ARTISTS AFFAIR, a unique opportunity to indulge in the pleasures of painting or drawing. AN ARTISTS AFFAIR is essentially a weekend about life drawing. To draw the human figure, with its perfect imperfections, is a beautiful and wondrous experience for any practising artist. Male and female models will be wearing burlesque-inspired costume intertwined with the more traditional life drawing, to evoke interest, texture, colour, and inspiration! ALLOW YOUR ARTIST HEART TO SHINE. Numbers are limited. Bookings essential. art@followyourart.net.au | www.followyourart.net.au

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TWEED REGIONAL GALLERY & MARGARET OLLEY ART CENTRE 2 Mistral Rd, South Murwillumbah Open Wed–Sun 10am–5pm p. 6670 2790 artgallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au

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The Irresistible Attraction of Abstraction A large selection of new abstract paintings and quirky ceramics by local artist David Shaw

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BY JOHN CAMPBELL

A WRINKLE IN TIME Authenticity is the latest buzz word among political commentators. According to the pundits, Anthony Albanese has it, as does Pauline Hanson (despicable though she is). Bill Shorten and Prime Minister Trumble do not. In the entertainment industry, Oprah Winfrey is credited with epitomising it, hence her fabulous wealth and megastar status. But I am not a fan. She comes across to me as typifying the Hollywood player who, as a populist par excellence, has a genius for saying the right thing at the right time. Her ‘rousing’ speech at the Golden Globes, after she had joined the ‘me too’ uprising, was dripping with sequins in its ‘sincerity’. It made me gag, but that’s the way

they like it in the US, hence the breathless talk that she might run for president (admittedly, nothing could be worse than the buffoon who has the gig at the moment). In this juvenile sci-fi, she has a role that is right down her alley – as Mrs Which, she is a deity of infinite wisdom whose invincible weapon against all things bad is her beatific smile. Reese Witherspoon, who I would argue is genuinely ‘authentic’, is Mrs Whatsit, her second in command. Unfortunately, she of the helipad forehead has miscued horribly in signing up for this venture. In one sequence, she transforms herself into what looks like a giant flying leaf of silverbeet, which is more than just a tad unbecoming for an actress as gifted as Witherspoon. What Which and Whatsit are about is helping Meg of the beautiful ringlets (Storm Reid) and her little brother Charles (Deric McCabe), a squeally voiced runt whose dialogue I rarely understood, find their awesomely gifted scientist father (Chris Pine), who has been lost in the luridly coloured universe for four years (can he please be lost for another four, I daydreamed). The 109 minutes that it takes to end happily ever after is a classic example of CGI gone troppo. There is, literally, nothing left to the imagination in this sort of dumbed-down psychedelia.

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MAKE THINGS RIGHT WITH WRITING FOR SOCIAL ACTION Presented by the Byron Writers Festival, Aidan Ricketts’ upcoming workshop Writing For Social Action will focus on creating change through what draws us together, rather than what drives us apart. Aidan has a long history of working in social change as an activist, writer and workshop trainer. He advocated with and wrote extensively for the Bentley campaign in local media. Workshop participants will learn how to galvanise community support for their own advocacy campaigns by framing their concerns within widely held community values. The workshop will be held on Saturday 21 April | 10am – 4pm | Tickets are available through Byron Writers Festival | www.byronwritersfestival.com/whats-on | 6685 5115

COLLABOR-ART A collaboration between two local artists has created an opportunity for people to undertake a sensory experience and explore an intriguing approach to art. This collaboration between Colleen DaRosa and Laura Tate will be first displayed to the public at the WALLTALK exhibition opening on Friday at 6pm at the Byron School of Art, Mullumbimby. www.byronschoolofart.com

A QUIET PLACE It is 89 days after the apocalypse. A family of five is scavenging what they can from an abandoned supermarket. They are all in bare feet. Why? Because the creatures that have overrun the world detect their prey by sound. It’s a neat idea, and director John Krasinski exploits it with a series of standard but wellexecuted horror movie set-ups. The prologue closes with the terrible loss of one of the kids and the story then cuts to a year later. Mom (Emily Blunt) is now pregnant, Dad (Krasinsky) is still working on perfecting a hearing aid for his deaf daughter Regan (Millicent Simmonds) and son (Noah Jupe) is making up the numbers. These early stages cause a problem within the

audience that may not have been envisaged by the filmmakers. The Billy Bunter who sat next to me turned up with a bucket of popcorn and vat of Coca-Cola. To his credit, he tried to eat quietly, saving his gluttonous surges for when there were brief musical interludes, but it was like being in the middle of the Serengeti as punters all around were stuffing their faces (are chip bags meant to be that loud?). Inevitably, somebody’s phone started vibrating, resulting in stifled, inappropriate giggling. But back to the movie… and Mom, having just trodden on a hideous nail sticking out of the floor without screaming, is about to have that baby. It will be a big ask for her to get through the birth in silence… and wouldn’t you know it! There is one of the monsters in the house! It’s a pity that Krasinsky decided to go with the weird sci-fi monsters that he did for, despite their row of T-Rex teeth, there is something cartoonish about them. In a screenplay with such a strong Stephen King feel, I couldn’t help thinking that human-looking antagonists might have been more seriously scary. Zombies for instance. Whatever, this is better than your average schlock, and the resolution is cleverly connected to Regan’s deafness.

FOLLOW YOUR ART How do you feel about having an artist’s affair? This upcoming weekend at Ewingsdale Hall is for all those who like to paint the human form, celebrating all its fragilities and strengths. With a variety of models of all shapes and sizes, with angles, and edges, colours, and curves. Lovely lumps and bumps to lovingly render on paper. With thoughtful settings that include props and a Burlesque and Bare theme, expect to see velvet, corsets, net, satin gloves, and lots and lots of skin. Local artist activist and longtime workshop facilitator Turiya Bruce did the artwork for the poster and she will be in attendance painting on the day. There’s a lot to learn when in the presence of a master! With a delicious vegetarian and vegan luncheon provided by Vegetarian Delights and beautiful acoustic music by local musicians. To find out more go to www. followyourart.net.au or call Kathy Toka on 0401 181 959 | 28 & 29 April

NAKED MAGIC Starring the clever and seductive Mike Tyler and Christopher Wayne, two of Australia’s most famous magicians, The Naked Magicians combine magic and muscles with riotous laughs that take magic to a whole new level. Yep, they really do have nothing up their sleeves. The Aussie duo have been performing magic for nearly 20 years. Catch them Thursday at the Ballina RSL.

BE A UKE PATREON Mullum local Stukulele has been producing an incredible interactive musical event each month for the last seven years – Uke Night. Ukulele players and music lovers of all ages converge to strum and sing along or just listen to 20+ songs of a different theme every month – 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, Beatles, Stones, love songs, break-up songs, murder ballads, TV themes, blues, jazz, disco, Motown, punk… and list goes on. What started out as a hobby has turned into an allconsuming passion involving some of the best local musicians and vocalists, and occasional guests from interstate and overseas. It’s a unique, cherished, local event. Stu and his partner Miss Amber love presenting these nights and want to keep on doing, so that’s where you come in. You can be a vital member of their growing ukulele community. You get to choose songs and themes, vote for tutorial videos, plus receive the monthly uke songbooks. Go to www.patreon.com/UkeMullum and for the cost of a cup of coffee per month you can keep them and the whole community singing and strumming. Quick, before they develop the uke-playing singing robot.

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ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY 12

Q SUN BISTRO, BYRON BAY 6PM ADAM HARPAZ

Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY ALEX THE ASTRONAUT & STELLA DONNELLY Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY MARK RIDOUT & THE RHYTHM Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 8.30PM THE DIRTY CHANNEL Q BYRON BAY BREWERY 7.30PM QUALITY ST FEAT DUB PHIZIX AND CHUNKY Q BYRON THEATRE 7.30PM THE 7 SOPRANOS – SONGS FROM STAGE & SCREEN Q SAFYA, BYRON BAY SO-FI Q TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY 7.30PM ALLENSWORTH Q WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY 8PM LIVE DJS Q BANGALOW BOWLING CLUB 7PM BLUES CLUB Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM JOSH LEE HAMILTON Q MULLUM CIVIC HALL THE GARIFUNA COLLECTIVE Q LENNOX HOTEL 9 JAM NIGHT Q WILLIAMS ST KITCHEN, LENNOX HEAD 6PM TRAVELLERS TALES NIGHT Q BALLINA PLAYERS 8PM A FEW GOOD MEN Q BALLINA RSL 10.30AM THE HOWIE BROTHERS, 8PM THE NAKED MAGICIANS Q KINGSCLIFF BOWLO 7.30PM KINGY COMEDY W STEVE ALLISON & MC MANDY NOLAN Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 12.30PM KIMBERLEY DAVIS – SOCIAL NEW VOGUE DANCING, 3.30PM CROWD DJ, 7.30PM EUREKA FUNK

Q STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY 9PM LOCAL DJS

FRIDAY 13

Q MURWILLUMBAH SERVICES CLUB 7.30PM TOMMY MEMPHIS

Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY FLOGGING TELES, DAN HANNAFORD BAND, NICK CUNNINGHAM Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY RAGGA JUMP Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 5PM TUFFY, 9PM FAT ALBERT Q BYRON BAY BREWERY MONEY FOR ROPE + GUESTS & ROMISOUNDS Q BYRON THEATRE 8PM HEAVEN & HELL: THE FRIENDSHIP OF JOHNNY CASH & ROY ORBISON Q SAFYA, BYRON BAY OLLY

GIG GUIDE

Q TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY 7.30PM THE BUTTON COLLECTIVE Q WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY 8PM TWISTED WILLOWS Q PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 6.30PM RICHIE LANGFORD Q BANGALOW HOTEL 7PM HORACE & MICK Q HOTEL BRUNSWICK 7PM MICKA SCENE DUO Q BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 7PM AUTUMNS ANGST Q OCEAN SHORES COUNTRY CLUB 7.30PM JON J BRADLEY Q BYRON SCHOOL OF ART, MULLUMBIMBY 6PM COLLEEN DAROSA & LAURA TATE – ‘WALLTALK’ + MELINDA BLAIR PATERSON Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM KRAPPYOKEE Q ST MARTIN’S, MULLUMBIMBY 7PM HOUSE OF BLISS KIRTAN Q WE MOVE STUDIO, MULLUMBIMBY 7.30PM MIMI GILBERT, JOSH LEE HAMILTON Q BILLINUDGEL PUB 5PM, BILLI FLOOD ANNIVERSARY GATHERING Q TINTENBAR HALL 7.30PM TINTENBAR UP FRONT Q BALLINA PLAYERS 8PM A FEW GOOD MEN Q NORPA, LISMORE CITY HALL 7.30PM 360 ALLSTARS Q NIMBIN BUSH THEATRE 11AM AFRO DANCE SESSION, 7.30PM SPOOKERS. RATED M

Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS – SHOWROOM 8.30PM NAKED MAGICIANS – THE STAGE 11AM DANIELLE GOULLET PRESENTS CHERILEE HALL, 1PM CROWD DJ, 4.30PM THE GREEN SINATRAS, 9PM EUREKA FUN Q CURRUMBIN PUB 8PM WOOTTON MAJOR, DREAMS OF INDIGO, ALEXANDER WILLIAM, LA COVE Q SOUNDLOUNGE, CURRUMBIN HARRY MANX Q CURRUMBIN RSL 5PM ACOUSTIC SESSIONS

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SATURDAY 14 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY SEA GYPSIES, MANALION, DUSTY BOOTS Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY 7PM THE SUPERLOVE Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 9PM SAMAPALOOZA Q BYRON BAY BREWERY 8PM HALYCON DRIVE AND WHARVES Q BYRON THEATRE 1PM JULIUS CAESAR BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE – NT LIVE SCREENING Q BYRON ARTISAN MARKET RAILWAY PARK 4PM KOBYA Q FRESH, BYRON BAY 7PM STEVE TYSON Q SAFYA, BYRON BAY 7PM GYPSY JEZ Q STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY 9PM LOCAL DJS Q SUN BISTRO, BYRON BAY 6PM OPEN MIC NIGHT Q TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY 7.30PM NICOLE BROPHY Q WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY 9PM LIVE DJS Q PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 6.30PM LUKE BENNETT Q NEWRYBAR HALL 8AM THE BYRON DESIGNERS COLLECTIVE POP UP Q BANGALOW HOTEL 7PM SLIM PICKENS Q BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 9.30AM FROZEN Q BRUNSWICK HOTEL 7PM DAN HANNAFORD BAND Q LULU’S CAFE, MULLUMBIMBY 11AM LEELI Q LISMORE CITY HALL NORPA 2.30PM & 7.30PM 360 ALLSTARS Q MARY G’S, LISMORE THE INSOMNIACS Q THE GOLLAN, LISMORE 8PM HIGHVIEW Q NIMBIN BUSH THEATRE 12.30PM ART WOMB

Q SHEOAK SHACK, FINGAL HEAD 2PM GAVIN DONIGER, 7PM FELICITY LAWLESS Q BALLINA BOWLO 6PM LEIGH JAMES Q BALLINA PLAYERS 8PM A FEW GOOD MEN Q BALLINA RSL 7.30PM DINNER, 8PM THE LITTLE STEELY BROTHERS Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS – SHOWROOM 8.30PM BEST OF THE BEE GEES – THE STAGE 1.30PM CROWD DJ, 4.30PM THE FUNKNWAGNELLS, 9PM EUREKA FUNK Q THE COOLANGATTA HOTEL 8PM THE SMITH STREET BAND Q CURRUMBIN RSL 4PM ACOUSTIC SESSIONS

SUNDAY 15 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY SPLENDOUR LOCALS PRESALE, JESSE PUMPHREY Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY JUKE JOINT WAY Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 4.30PM EPIC, 8PM DJ LONGTIME Q BYRON BAY BREWERY 5PM – ANDY AID W/ KYLE LIONHART, RORY ONEIL, DOS LOONA, NITSUA Q BYRON GOLF CLUB 2PM OOZ Q FRESH, BYRON BAY 7PM SLIM PICKENS Q SAFYA, BYRON BAY 7PM AFI JAMES Q SUN BISTRO, BYRON BAY 5PM FELIX 5PM Q TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY LUNCH UNTIL LATE – SUNDAY SESSIONS DJS DANGEROUS COBRA & EVA J Q NEWRYBAR HALL 8AM THE BYRON DESIGNERS COLLECTIVE POP UP Q BRUNSWICK HOTEL 4PM CHEAP FAKES

WHAT’S ON END OF TERM WOMEN’S THEATRE PERFORMANCE BY PUBLIC ACT THEATRE Wednesday 11 April, 7pm Full $18 | Age limit 13+

Q CLUB MULLUM, MULLUM EX-SERVICES CLUB 12PM COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 3PM JAM Q BILLINUDGEL HOTEL 2PM DJS POB AND BEN ABRAHAMS Q BALLINA PLAYERS 2PM A FEW GOOD MEN Q SPHINX ROCK CAFÉ, MT BURRELL 12 NOON KIM BANFFY Q NIMBIN BUSH THEATRE 10 AM SONIC BLISS, 12.30PM EWAN JAMES Q UKI MARKET, MAPSTONE Q CHINDERAH TAVERN MERCY MERCY Q CURRUMBIN RSL 4PM ACOUSTIC SESSIONS Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 12PM CROWD DJ, 2.30PM ROCKKS, 7PM EUREKA FUNK

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MONDAY 16 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY NICK CUNNINGHAM Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY CRAIG ATKINS Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 8PM 4’20 SOUND REGGAE NIGHT Q BYRON THEATRE 10.30AM CHILDREN’S AFRICAN DRUM WORKSHOP WITH GABRIEL OTU, 1.30PM KIDZKLUB Q WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY 8PM REGGAE AFTERPARTY Q MULLUM EX-SERVICES 8PM VIRGIN SACRIFICE STANDUP COMEDY GRADUATION W MC MANDY NOLAN Q B-SPACE, BALLINA 5PM JAM NIGHT Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 12.30PM GOODMAN SWINGS AGAIN, 4PM RUSSELL HINTON – LINE DANCING, 7PM MARK WILSON’S DANCE NIGHT

TUESDAY 17 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY MARSHALL OKELL Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY HAYLEY GRACE Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 8.30PM BILL JACOBI Q BYRON THEATRE 1.30PM KIDZKLUB Q HALL UNDER BYRON GYM 6.45PM NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA Q WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY 9PM YEWSDAY LIVE DJS Q BANGALOW HOTEL 7PM OPEN MIC Q BANGALOW BOWLO 6PM SALSA CLASSES

Q BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 11AM THE BIG PICTURE HOUSE LITTLE KIDS STORYTELLING Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 7PM TRIVIA Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS – SHOWROOM 11AM NOT STRICTLY BALLROOM – THE STAGE 11.30PM RUSSELL HINTON & TOUCAN TWANGO – LINE DANCING, 3.30PM TONY & PATTI – SOCIAL NEW VOGUE SEQUENCE DANCE, 7.30PM ELEVATION DUO

WEDNESDAY 18 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY ALLENSWORTH DUO Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 8.30PM INO PIO Q BYRON BAY BREWERY 7.30PM OPEN MIC WITH HARRY NICHOLS Q BYRON THEATRE 11AM CHILDREN ARE STINKY PRESENTED BY CIRCUS TRICK TEASE AND BYRON THEATRE Q A&I HALL, BANGALOW 7PM JOHN CARTER CASH W/ BACKWATER BRETHREN Q BANGALOW BOWLO 6.30PM SWING CLASSES Q BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 11AM BUB’S CLUB – MUM AND DAD ROM–COM Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 12.30PM ELEPHANT ROCK, 4PM LITTLE STEVIE & THE TAILFINS, 7.30PM LOCK N LOAD

SONGS FROM STAGE AND SCREEN FEATURING THE 7 SOPRANOS Thursday 12 April, 7.30pm Adult $55 | Conc $50 | BT Club $50 | Group of 8+ $50

HEAVEN & HELL

The Friendship of Johnny Cash & Roy Orbison Friday 13 April, 8pm Full $35 | Conc $25

JULIUS CAESAR BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE – NT LIVE SCREENING Saturday 14 April, 1 pm Full $25 | Conc $23 | BT Club $20 | Student U18 $15 Group 10+ $15

Friday 20 April - Sunday 22 April Check website for tickets & program www.tasteoﬂove.com.au

Enjoy a drink at the Theatre Bar Byron Theatre Club Membership now available Byron Community Centre 69 Jonson Street, Byron Bay | www.byroncentre.com.au

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1 Gilmore Crescent Byron Bay | bys.org.au Byron Youth Activity Centre (YAC) is managed by Byron Youth Service (BYS)

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Service Directory SERVICE DIRECTORY RATES, PAYMENT & DEADLINE DEADLINE: For additions and changes to the Service Directory is 12pm Friday. LINE ADS: $99 for 3 months or $340 for 1 year prepaid. For line Service Directory ads email classifieds@echo.net.au. DISPLAY ADS: $66 per week for colour display ad. Minimum 8 week booking 4 weeks prepaid. Please supply display ads 85mm wide, 28mm high. New display ads will be placed at end of section. For display Service Directory ads email adcopy@echo.net.au. The Echo Service Directory is online in Echonetdaily â&#x20AC;&#x201C; www.echo.net.au/service-directory

ACCOUNTS & BOOKINGS: 6684 1777

INDEX Accountants & Bookkeepers ......................................38 Acupuncture .......................................................................38 Agent .....................................................................................38 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration .............................38 Antennas & Installation ................................................38 Antiques / Restoration ..................................................38 Appliance Repair ..............................................................38 Architects .............................................................................38 Automotive .........................................................................38 Bathroom Renovations .................................................38 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters........................38 Bricklaying ..........................................................................38 Building Trades .................................................................38 Bush Regen & Weed Control .......................................39 Carpet Cleaning ................................................................39 Chimney Sweeping .........................................................39 Chiropractic ........................................................................39 Cleaning ...............................................................................39 Computer Services ..........................................................39 Concreting & Paving .......................................................39 Decks, Patios & Extensions..........................................39 Dentists .................................................................................39 Design & Drafting ............................................................39 Driveway Maintenance .................................................39 Earthmoving & Excavation..........................................39 Electricians ..........................................................................39 Fencing..................................................................................40 Floor Sanding & Polishing ...........................................40 Garage Doors .....................................................................40 Garden & Property Maintenance .............................40 Garden Design...................................................................40 Gas Suppliers .....................................................................40 Glaziers .................................................................................40 Guttering..............................................................................40 Handypersons ...................................................................40 Health ....................................................................................40 Hire..........................................................................................40 Hot Water Systems ..........................................................40 Ironing ...................................................................................40 Kitchens ................................................................................40 Landscape Design ...........................................................40 Landscaping ......................................................................40 Laundry Services ..............................................................41 Lawnmower Repairs .......................................................41 Lighting ................................................................................41 Locksmith ............................................................................41 Osteopathy .........................................................................41 Painting ................................................................................41 Permaculture......................................................................41 Pest Control ........................................................................41 Photography ......................................................................41 Physiotherapy ...................................................................41 Picture Framing ................................................................41 Picture Hanging ................................................................41 Plastering.............................................................................41 Plumbers ..............................................................................41 Printing & Copying Services .......................................41 Removalists.........................................................................41 Roofing..................................................................................42 Rubbish Removal .............................................................42 Scrap Metal Merchants .................................................42 Septic Systems...................................................................42 Sewing & Alterations......................................................42 Solar Installation ..............................................................42 Swimming Pools ...............................................................42 Tiling ......................................................................................42 Tree Services ......................................................................42 Upholstery...........................................................................42 Valuers ..................................................................................42 Veterinary Surgeons ......................................................42 Water Filters .......................................................................42 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning .....................................42 Web Design Services ......................................................42 Welding .................................................................................42 Window Tinting .................................................................42

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DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas .......... 66843575 or 0414 922786 CARPENTER/JOINER Lic 39791 Decks, studios, pergolas etc Paul Varendorff ..66845035 or 0414 842602 BUILDER Renovations, maintenance, 30yrs exp. mchughdesign.com.au Lic 29792C....0408 663420

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EXTENSIONS & RENOVATIONS Excellent quality. Builder: Levi Alexander Lic 189611C ..0402 434154

FRANK STEWART ARCHITECT Reg. 6075. www.frankstewart.com.au............................66856984 CARPENTER HANDYMAN FB Gregâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Handyman Services Byron Bay Lic No 1039897....0414 109595 OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001 BUILDERS SKILLS, carpenters rates. 25 years exp. Lic No. R84001. Ph Greg .................0422 069632

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DONE & DUSTED CLEANING Going the extra mile, professional, dependable...............0498 731447

Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

TINY EARTHWOR

purely support, advice & tech mentorship

5.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR, POSITRACK & TIPPER HIRE

BLACKS CHIMNEY SWEEPING & REPAIRS AHHA member, insured. 3rd generation .....66771905

Specialising in road works, land clearing, retaining walls and general earthworks. Augers and rock grab available.

CHIROPRACTIC

EXPERIENCED OPERATORS | FREE QUOTES 0432 299 283

BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay ..............................66855282 WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman...66858553

Byron Shire Earthmoving

MICHAEL SCHWAGER 108 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby ...................................................66841962 MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC Massage, chiropractic & fitness. 110 Dalley St .........................66841028 BYRON BAY CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE Bruce Campbell. 1/12 Tasman Way, A&I Estate ....66858159 CAPE BYRON HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC Shane Eade. 6/14 Middleton St .....................0467 660323

â&#x20AC;˘ House washing â&#x20AC;˘ High pressure or soft wash â&#x20AC;˘ Window cleaning â&#x20AC;˘ Driveways, paths & roofs â&#x20AC;˘ Gutters & ďŹ&#x201A;yscreens â&#x20AC;˘ Water efďŹ cient â&#x20AC;˘ Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6687 4655 or 0412 495750

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0434 539 979

CONCRETING & PAVING

â&#x20AC;˘ Window Cleaning â&#x20AC;˘ Screens & Tracks â&#x20AC;˘ Pressure Washing â&#x20AC;˘ House â&#x20AC;˘Roof â&#x20AC;˘ Paths â&#x20AC;˘ Solar

www.byroneco.com.au

Window Cleaning Professionals Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232 or 6680 9901 email: impresswindowcleaning@gmail.com Reliable â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly â&#x20AC;˘ Professional â&#x20AC;˘ Fully Insured â&#x20AC;˘ Free Quotes â&#x20AC;˘ Affordable Rates Locally Owned and Operated â&#x20AC;˘ Quality Work with Over 10 Years Experience

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Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting. â&#x20AC;˘ Residential Civil Industrial. â&#x20AC;˘ Resurfacing and rejuvenation of existing concrete. â&#x20AC;˘ Steel ďŹ xing & formwork.

DARYL 0418 234 302 OR 02 6680 1793

Excavators Bobcats 13tonne tippers Roller Byron | Ballina | Tweed | Lismore Shire â&#x20AC;˘ Construction â&#x20AC;˘ Site Cuts â&#x20AC;˘ Auger Holes â&#x20AC;˘ Rockwalls â&#x20AC;˘ Clearing â&#x20AC;˘ Demolition â&#x20AC;˘ Landscaping â&#x20AC;˘ Farm Roads â&#x20AC;˘ Bitumen â&#x20AC;˘ Concrete driveways. MANY SPECIALITIES Call today for a free quote!

Ray Battersby

0438 454 096

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ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

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WORKRIGHT COMPUTER SUPPORT Mobile service. For Home & Business .................0422 804449

SALISBURY CONCRETING

CLEANING

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RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ....................................................................66844335

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JASON COOTE CONCRETING All concreting work, form work, steel fixing Lic 261424C ......0421 957506 NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65hp chain trencher, mini excavator, cable locating.0402 716857 PLATINUM CONCRETE 20 years experience. Free quotes. Lic 225874C. Justin ..............0458 773788 BANGALOW MINI DIGGER SERVICE Exp operator 1.8 tonne multiple attachments .....0413 878978 CRAFTSMAN CONCRETE POLISHING Concrete grinding & polishing, surface prep. Phil ...0402 560382 BYRON BAY BOBCAT & TIPPER HIRE Driveways, rubbish removal. Ian.......................0412 853479 PRIMAL LAND SOLUTIONS 3 tonne excavator with attachments 3 tonne tipper.

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

All earthworks & projects ...............................................................................................0449 846152

FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Timber & deck oiling, coating, stripping. Fast free quotes .....0419 789600 THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refinishing, cable balustrading. Free quotes. Richard ...0407 821690

DENTISTS

MINI EXCAVATION HIRE with auger, experienced operator. Sth Golden Beach ............0401 633222 CIVILTRAK Road construction, excavators, rollers, grader & truck hire ..........................0418 665905

ELECTRICIANS 24 HOUR SERVICE

BANGALOW DENTAL In the Medical Centre Complex, Bangalow ......................................66872766 GAVIN STUART & MARTIN ACKLAND Banora Seaview Dental, Banora Point 30 mins north of Ewingsdale. Open Sat. early & late appointments ................................07 55234090 LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE .......................................................................66851264 MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby .............................................................66842644

0439 624 945

02 66 804 173 All Jobs Small or Large

Domestic Commercial

Lic: 154293c

P/L

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com..........Bob Acton 0407 787993

DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048

JAMIE 0408 809 817

BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448

licence no. 201775c

DESIGN & DRAFTING

DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE 20 Year+s Exp.

ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753

SECURITY, DATA, TV Tim Nicholls ph: 0468 384 203 lic: 000102498

'ULYHZD\ 3RWKROH 6SHFLDOLVW Specialising in Asphalt Driveways, Subdivisions, Earthworks, Carparks and all Maintenance!

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Jai â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0467 482 948

nichollselectrical@outlook.com

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Paola Landscapes Pty Ltd Garden Clean Ups Gutter Cleaning Lawn Maintenance Irrigation & Repairs Hedge Trimming Planting & Lawn Edging Turf Laying Full Garden Maintenance Servicing Residential, Commercial and Government PLEASE CALL MATTHEW PAOLA 0431 871 245

0458 267 777

Lic. 211410C

HANDYPERSONS A TO Z HANDYMAN SERVICES Tip runs, pressure cleaning, gardening, odd jobs ....Andre 66847553 or 0439 495247 A.S.A.P. All renos, carpentry, plastering, painting, studios & bathrooms .......................0405 625697 HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ......................................... 66884324 or 0476 600956 AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic. Wayne...............................0423 218417 THE HANDYMAN CAN All home maintenance, repairs, painting, odd jobs etc .............0427 110953 RELIABLE HANDYMAN SERVICES Michael ...........................................66844970 or 0405 325569 HANDYMAN All services and areas. Reliable and friendly. $35/hour.............................0403 793834

• Acreage Mowing Specialist • Irrigation • Landscaping • Rubbish Removal Byron Shire – Ballina Shire • Fully Licensed & Insured

Suffolk Park

Contact Vadi: 0404

0414 905 900

Lic No: 143433C | ACRS Master Cabler A017916

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NECA Member

ALL JOBS WELCOME

Electrical • Data • TV • Solar • Level 2 •

2 | ' |KPHQ" GNGEVTKECNUGTXKEGU EQO CW| Lic No: 249371C

978 383

www.byronlawnranger.com

Property maintenance All Mowing jobs Landscaping Pressure cleaning Tip runs

HEALTH • OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy

THE BYRON BAY GARDEN & LANDSCAPING COMPANY Structural Landscaping • Paving • Stonework • Timber work • Retaining wall • Garden maintenance • Planting • Turﬁng • Mulching • Hedging • Lawns

0434 329 111

Email richardneylan1@bigpond.com

MULLUM.MOWING@gmail.com. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Peter................0423 756394

PAUL’S MOWING Lawns, edges, hedges, local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O.Shores ......0422 958791 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772 PRESTIGE ACREAGE CARE Acreage mowing specialist ...............................................0490 023964

Garage Doors & Openers

MALI’S Chinese Massage Service. Mullum In & Out Calls. ...................................................66841790

HIRE

HOT WATER SYSTEMS TWEED COAST ELECTRICAL Hot Water Specialists Lic 214073C....................................0432 728946

IRONING THE IRONING LADY Ironing Service. Suffolk Park $30/hr. Angela.................................0414 719680

KITCHENS SHAUN LEMURA KITCHENS Byron 20 yrs+ exp Lic 290290C www.slbyronbay.com ...0499 771769 D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery. Lic 283553C. www.hinged.com.au ....................... Dave 0409 843689 ABOVEBOARD KITCHENS, BATHROOMS & ALTERATIONS Lic 80677C ...................0415 661814

THE BURBS MOWING All suburban mowing. Andrew .................................................0431 248888 AB KITCHENS. Best price guarantee. Lic No 110646C. Steve .........................................0413 281324 BIO GARDENS Horticulturist for all your gardening needs. Reasonable rates ...............0413 166314 ADAM’S ACREAGE MOWING: Acreage Mowing Specialist Please call ..........................0419 813556

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

GARDEN DESIGN

BEAU JARDIN We design & build beautiful gardens www.beaujardin.com.au Lic 177274C ...0417 054443

GARDEN DESIGN, FENG SHUI www.simplybeautifulspaces.com.au...........................Lyn 0428 884329

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Garden Design & Property Planning. Andrew Pawsey ..........0478 519804

GAS SUPPLIERS Free Delivery

7 Stinson Street, Ballina Ph: 02 6686 4238 W: www.cmgd.com.au E: info@cmgd.com.au

THERAPIST & INTEGRATIVE BODYWORKER www.jessicahallock.com ......................0416 161104

GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured ... 66841778 or 0405 922839 A-Z Lawns & acreage, trees & hedges, clean ups & tip runs, all gutters ..........................0405 625697

LICENCE NO:175956C ABN: 03 113 342 699

QUALITY GARAGE DOORS TO SUIT ALL BUDGETS

WWW.EASTCOASTPILATES.COM.AU Judy Leane BSpSc ..............................................0408 110006

BYRON HIRE Building & home handyman equipment hire ........ www.byronhire.com.au 66856228

info@byronbaymowing.com.au www.byronbaymowing.com.au

NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco oils, hard wax oils & water-based finishes. Nathan .............0420 215716

GARAGE DOORS

MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002

0430 297 101 / 6684 5437

A GREEN EARTH Garden restoration, maintenance, tree & rubbish removal ................0405 716552

Richard Neylan 0407 821 690

ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366

MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more ........................www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003

BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0416 424256 A.C.E. LAWNMOWING & GARDENING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed.............Sam 0438 655763 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service ............................. 66771852 or 0432 107262 LEAF IT TO US Acreage mowing specialists, all sizes ......................................................0402 487213

• Non-toxic ﬁnishes • Free quotes

MULLUMBIMBY COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CENTRE 60 Stuart St...............................66841511

Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Non-Toxic Herbicide Spray | Brush Cutting Tip Runs | Fully Insured

POOLSAFE GLASS FENCING

The Floor Sander NEW AND OLD FLOORS AND DECKING

BUILDER SKILLS, carpenters rates. 25 yrs exp. Lic No. R84001. Ph Greg.......................0422 069632

MC’S HANDYMAN SERVICES Exp. painter, home repairs, odd jobs. Great rates............0412 559509

0407 065 849

FENCING

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

CARPENTER/BUILDER Renos, timber decks, pergolas, cabins, fencing. Tori Bergin .....0432 788394

HANDYMAN All services and areas. Reliable & friendly. $35/hr ....................................0403 793834

• • • • •

COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .......................... 0439 624945 or 66804173 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 .........................................................0429 802355 BYRON BAY ELECTRICAL Geoff Bensley. Lic EC 34079 ...................................................0427 857824 JP ELECTRICAL Level 2 ASP Under-g/O-head lines, Pwr poles, Solar. Lic 133082C ........0432 289705 CHRIS APPEL. Ocean Shores. Lic EC 22349.....................................................................0422 607444 JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C..............0415 126028 SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477 BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ............................0429 033801 GCV ELECTRICAL Domestic, commercial, industrial. Lic No 319893C Phone Craig ........0407 991730

GLASS & ALUMINIUM POOL FENCING PROFESSIONALS 0499 178 297 psgfencingnsw@gmail.com

byronlawnranger@gmail.com

G LANZENI HANDYMAN SERVICE & property maintenance. Byron Bay ....................0412 395604

Locally Owned Est 18 years

No Rental

• Sand • Soils • Gravels • Pots & statues • Lots, lots more

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

Reliable

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609 GLAZIERS

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983

Shaun Savage Landscapes Established 2008 ~ Lic No: 247282c

Specialising in: • Retaining Walls • Pool Surrounds • Block Work • Paving • Turﬁng • Stonework

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

24/7 EMERGENCY GLASS 0415 660 801

6685 8588

20 Years Experience

0405 594 288

Mirrors • Security doors and screens Shower screens • Commercial glazing BYRON GLASS & ALUMINIUM Home, Shop & Office. 24 hr/7 days. Lic 313329C ..............66808123

GUTTERING

ACREAGE SPECIALIST (NO JOB TOO BIG) domestic/commercial lawns • edges and hedges • green waste removal or can be mulched on site FULLY INSURED • FREE QUOTES 100% satisfaction guaranteed!

0497 413 344 • www.charlibearlawncare.com 40 April 11, 2018 The Byron Shire Echo

Gutter guard Gutter cleaning Locally owned Fully insured Free quotes Call Junior for friendly, genuine advice and service.

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

0405 922 839 or AH 6684 1778 ABN 180 623 364 42 GUTTERING & DOWNPIPES Leaf Guard. Lic 60414C. Darryl Patterson .........................0414 889453

SOIL

CRACKER DUST

MULCH GRAVEL

ROAD BASE FIRE WOOD

18 Lucky Lane Billinudgel Industrial Estate

landscaping supplies

0266 804555

Qualiﬁed Structural Landscaper

Lic 308722C

Landscape Design | Construction | Retaining Walls | Pergolas | Paving Dylan 0409 785 584 otr.creativelandscaping@gmail.com

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BYRON BAY GALLERY Framing 17 Lawson St. Byron Bay Phone Tommy ....................0414 749278

PICTURE HANGING

0422 659 901

ABN 31 490 733 798 LIC 203196C

Lic 154706C

BUSH ROCKS All sizes / mossy, can deliver. Ron ...................................... 66298208 or 0429 398208 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION www.varendorfflandscapes.com Lic 39791 ...6845035 or 0414 842602 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853 SHANE TURNER LANDSCAPES 25 years experience. Creative, reliable & affordable .0418 688171

LAUNDRY SERVICES

QUALIFIED â&#x20AC;˘ INSURED â&#x20AC;˘ LOCAL â&#x20AC;˘ FREE QUOTES The ďŹ nishing touch to your home

Mob: 0409 451 518

mwoplingpainting@hotmail.com

PAINTER NEIL A McINTOSH

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR â&#x20AC;˘ PLASTER REPAIRS â&#x20AC;˘ WALLPAPERING CLEAN & TIDY â&#x20AC;˘ ALWAYS ON TIME â&#x20AC;˘ ALL AREAS Mobile: 0421 938 104 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 465 Uralba Road, Uralba

ABN 48867459605 Lic 33995C

SUBTROPICALLANDSCAPES.COM.AU 20 years exp. Lic 231789C ................................0405 122456

Accredited

24 years experience

AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 ROOF PAINTING Repair, clean, repaint metal roofs from $1950. Lic 237105C ..............0414 587884

LAUNDRY

JOSS PAINTING 30 years experience. Free quotes ..................................66846970 or 0421 976843

â&#x20AC;˘ Self serve / service wash â&#x20AC;˘ New front loaders & dryers â&#x20AC;˘ Domestic & commercial services

PERMACULTURE

PROFESSIONAL ART, OBJECTS & PICTURE HANGING Phone Lenny ..........................0407 031294

PLASTERING

PLASTERING CONTRACTOR DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

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COL JENKINS PLASTER Gyprock, renovations, repairs. No job too small ......................0401 078733 GLENN WATERS For the finish you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see. Lic 58928C...............................................0427 908129 QUALITY LOCAL PAINTER & GYPROCK REPAIRS..........................................Jarrah 0459 351942

PLUMBERS

DEREK BULLION PAINTING Free quotes. Lic R98818 ......................... 0414 225604 or 66805049

FAST TURNAROUND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; AIR BNB Mullum Wash House â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0439 001 545 Bangalow Wash House â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0412 302 246 OPEN EVERY DAY

NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

Chay 0429 805 081 20 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE

Licence No. 207479C

Free Quotes

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Painting & Decorating

Pathways, Patios, Driveways, Carparks

MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10 ............................0403 734791

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Mark Wopling

Val Ockert & Assoc.

BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel ........................66803444

LAWNMOWER REPAIRS TYAGARAH MOWER REPAIRS 69 McAuleys Lane, Mullumbimby .................................0488 094025

LIGHTING Lighting Showroom Open 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5pm Mon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fri Unit 5, 21-23 Tasman Way, Byron A+I Estate Free on-site consultancy 6680 7007 creativelightingsolutions.com.au

Professional Property Protection you can Trust

â&#x20AC;˘ Targeted treatments for all pests with â&#x20AC;&#x153;no sprayâ&#x20AC;? cockroach treatments â&#x20AC;˘ If you have found live termites, do not disturb them and call us for advice! No cost for quoting on active termites Relax, when safety, reputation and experience matters, we are the experts

CREATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS

6685 4490 or AH on 0414 769 018

www.sanctuarypest.com.au

LOCKSMITH MOBILE LOCKSMITH SERVICE Automotive car keys & lock installation/repair .............0412 764148

OSTEOPATHY

All Plumbing Blocked drains GasďŹ tting Solar Hot Water

0404 053 857

Lic. No. 206913C

PEST CONTROL

02 6681 6555 Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

OSTEOPATHY

YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS www.allpestsolutions.com.au

at Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre

Dr. Matthew Fourro (Osteo) Dr. Egbert Weber (Osteo)

JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025

60 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby | 02 6626 7900

BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403 HRH PLUMBING Providing a prompt, reliable & efficient service. Lic 220755C ............0402 652017

NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs. Mon, Wed, Fri..............................................66857517

MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035

ADM PLUMBING SERVICESâ&#x20AC;Ś (NO JOB TOO SMALL)â&#x20AC;Ś Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483 THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714 BLOCKED DRAINS Drain camera, no dig repairs. Drain Pipe King. Lic 237124C ...................66770004 BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018 â&#x20AC;˘ DEPARTMENT OF FAIR TRADING INFO: When dealing with home owners, painters are required LPC PLUMBING Plumbing, draining, gas fitting. Sth Golden Bch. Lic 289868C. Luke ....0401 633222 BIRD SPIKES. A safe way to deter unwanted birds. Andrew .........................................0431 248888 to quote a licence number only for external work valued over $5000. COLIN J WILLIAMS PLUMBING & GAS Lic L7990. Water specialist. Mullum/Byron .....0434 273726

PAINTING

BYRON BAY

â&#x20AC;˘ Domestic & Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Servicing all areas â&#x20AC;˘ Workmanship guaranteed â&#x20AC;˘ Attention to detail

0438 784 226 â&#x20AC;˘ 6685 4154

Lic No 189144C

ALL-WAYS PAINTING

PHOTOGRAPHY

Tree Faerie Fotos

Professional â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Personal 30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism

www.treefaeriefotos.com â&#x20AC;˘ 0417 427 518

PHYSIOTHERAPY BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, mat/reformer Pilates classes. Kim Snellgrove, Cally Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara ................................................................................................66872330 NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288

YVES DE WILDE

www.duluxaccredited.com.au

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

PRINTWORKS Traditional / Digital art@mullumprintworks.com.au .................................66843633

REMOVALISTS

Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Move & More

Small and Medium Moves, Tip Runs & Deliveries, 1 or 2 Men at Low Prices to Most Areas Based from Byron Bay & Mullumbimby Calls always returned

0429 149 533 Est 2006

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO

ANTHONY Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511

From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just give us a ring

CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel ..................Bangalow 66872337 & Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;bah 66723818

â&#x20AC;˘ Freight services to Brisbane weekly â&#x20AC;˘ Carriers of ďŹ ne art â&#x20AC;˘ Furniture removal â&#x20AC;˘ E-bay pick up & delivery

PETRA KARNI Physio, Craniosacral, Alexander Technique. Byron. Open Saturdays.......0403 226858

X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING

OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics, shock

X 6680 7573 0415 952 494 X www.yvesdewilde.com.au LIC 114372C

EWINGSDALE PHYSIO Renata Tenta. Matrix Rhythm Therapy, home visits avail................66847838

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PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES

wave therapy, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Ilse V Oostenbrugge, Steve Clifford.......66803499 PETER FARRELL Cold laser, manual therapy & exercise, Mullumbimby ..............................66843385

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SEWING & ALTERATIONS SEWING Repairs & alterations. Byron Bay & all areas. Phone Jan ..................................0427 570812

LEAPFROG REMOVALS

SOLAR INSTALLATION

BYRON BAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LOCAL REMOVALIST MOVING THE SHIRE FOR OVER 10 YEARS

Pioneers of the solar industry

0432 334 200 02 6680 8170

Serving Northern NSW since 1998

leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au

Call us on 6679 7228

Your local, qualiďŹ ed team. m 0428 320 262 Specialists in standalone & e sunbeamsolar@bigpond.com grid interact system designs.

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SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66877677 or 0417 698227

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PETER GRAY Dip Arb. AQF5. Consulting arborist ...........................................................0414 186161 BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ....................................................0402 364852 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance .....................................0401 208797

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MARTINO TREE SERVICES ..............................................................................Martino 0435 019524

Electrical License # QLD: 72258 | NSW: 227562C

ALL PALM & TREE SERVICES Arborist, Free Quotes. Sam .............................................0428 715886

0434 391 855

OUT ON A LIMB Professional Tree Services. Free quotes. Low rates. Ph Lucas ...............0402 191316

MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813 BENNY CAN MOVE IT! .................................................................................................0402 199999 CAPE BYRON REMOVALS Local, Brisbane, Melbourne weekly. Since 1989 ..................0413 505893

BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists.............................66805255

ROOFING

BYRON BAY UPHOLSTERY Soft furnishings & outdoor................................................0403 713303

UPHOLSTERY

VALUERS

DOMESTIC â&#x20AC;˘ INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL

MONTYS METAL

ROOFING Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

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Patrick - 0425 256 802

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SIMPSON PROPERTY GROUP - Valuation, Advisory & Asset M/ment. Specialists in: Residential,

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SEPTIC SYSTEMS Installing, maintaining and repairing onsite sewerage management systems in Tweed & Byron Shires for over 25 years.

M 0418 754 149 P 07 5523 9930 NSW Lic. L10007 QLD Lic. 13395

73 Station St, Mullumbimby

for home, commercial and rural properties

6684 3003

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181

MULLUM POOL SHOP Water testing, eco products, mobile service, repairs................0418 666839

NEWT TRINE SOLUTIONS Local waste specialists. Plumbers, drainers & gas fitters. Lic 138031C .. 0407 439805

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TILING Dirty Tiles & Grout? ...forget pointless scrubbing 9 TILE, GROUT & STONE CLEANING & SEALING 9 SILICONE 9 GROUT COLOURING 9 RE-GROUTING 9 EPOXY GROUT 9 GLASS RESTORATION 9 SLIPPERY TILES 9 LEAKY SHOWERS MEMBER

Call Ben on 0456 606 911 www.groutpro.com.au

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

0408 232 066

TILE & GROUT CLEANING

$399

FULLY Water puriďŹ cation systems INST ALLED IN YOUR Rainwater Filters HOME Whole house ďŹ ltration systems

Phone Chris 0414 229 114

WATER TANKS & TANK CLEANING Professional Water Tank Cleaning Installation and maintenance of water filters for rural and suburban properties

Servicing the Far North Coast for 20Â years. Free quotes. Experienced local technicians. ChemDryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patented cleaning systems.

WINTER SPECIAL: 2

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TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103 MD TILING SOLUTIONS Wall & floor tiling, water proofing. Lic 286371C .....................0406 858290 PETEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TILING PTY LTD Wall and floor tiling, waterproofing. Lic 1186218 .................0447 327536 PHI TILING/WATERPROOFING Free quotes. Helpful advice. Lic No 179306C....................66801168

TREE SERVICES

CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES NORTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT

The Water Filter Experts

(opp. Council chambers)

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

SEWERAGE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS

WATER FILTERS

â&#x20AC;˘ All pool requirements â&#x20AC;˘ Professional advice â&#x20AC;˘ Water testing â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly service â&#x20AC;˘ Pool servicing

RUBBISH REMOVAL

SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

ATTENTION POOL OWNERS

ALL ROOF CLEANING Experienced, insured & fast free quotes. Call ..............................0419 789600 ROOF PAINTING & REPAIRS Free quotes. Lic 1134084. Joe .........................................0414 587884

OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ......................................... 0412 161564 or 66841232 BYRON SKIPS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 2, 3, 4 & 6 m3 bins available ..............................0450 300360 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 4m3 trailer................................................................0408 210772 A UTE LOAD OF STUFF .................................................................................................0408 210772 TIPPER HIRE avail for rubbish removal & tip runs. Jono................................................0412 871438

Rural, Commercial & Industrial. www.simsonproperty.com.au..........0400 134562 or 0427 220976

MULLUM VET CLINIC Richard Gregory, Erin Tottenham, Bec Patison. 24 hrs 7 days ..........66843818

SWIMMING POOLS

ZAC MACTAGGART METAL ROOFING PTY LTD 0411 683 003

BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD regâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Chartered Valuers ................... 0431 245460 or 66857010

Juno Energy is your local authorised energy specialist for home & business. Call us for a consultation.

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WATER FILTERS SUPPLY AND SERVICE

WATER TANK CLEANING/WATER TANKS Concrete tank repairs. All areas .. 66888055 or 0407 002833 SCRUBBED Tank cleaning, repairs & liner insuls. Matt & Nick ............................................66884478

WEB DESIGN SERVICES TheWebShop.co Affordable website build & digital marketing. hello@thewebshop.co ...66874760

WELDING

The Fully Insured Professionals

WELDING & FABRICATION Structural, general & repairs. Trade qualified. Rod ............0408 410545

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WINDOW TINTING

Mark Linder QualiďŹ ed Arborist 0408 202 184 choppychoptrees@bigpond.com

SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices ..........................0412 158478 SURFWAGON - Car/Home/Office tint. Lifetime Warranty. W/sale price .........................0434 875009

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Classifieds INDEX

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777

Businesses For Sale.............. 44 Childcare................................ 43 Death Notices ........................ 45

CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

For Sale ................................. 44

PHONE ADS

Garage Sales........................ 44

Ads may be taken by phone on

Publication day is Wednesday, booking deadlines are the day before publication.

Halls For Hire........................ 44

6684 1777 AT THE ECHO HEAD OFFICE

Health Notices ....................... 43

Ads can be lodged in person at the Mullum Echo office:

Lost & Found ......................... 45 Motor Vehicles ....................... 44 Musical Notes ........................ 45 Only Adults ............................ 45 Pets ........................................ 45 Positions Vacant .................... 44 Professional Services ............ 43 Public Notices ........................ 43 Removalists ........................... 44 Share Accommodation .......... 44 Short Term Accommodation .. 44 Social Escorts........................ 45 To Lease ................................ 44 To Let ..................................... 44 Tradework .............................. 44 Tree Services ......................... 44 Tuition .................................... 45 Wanted .................................. 44 Work Wanted ......................... 45

DISCLAIMER Advertisements placed in The Byron Shire Echo do not reﬂect the views or opinions of the editorial staff. The Byron Shire Echo does not make any representations as to the accuracy or suitability of any content or information contained in advertising material nor does publication constitute in any way an endorsement by The Byron Shire Echo of the content or representations contained therein. The Byron Shire Echo does not accept any liability for the representations or promises made in paid advertisements or for any loss or damage arising from reliance on such content, representations or promises.

PUBLIC NOTICES BYRON BALLET COMPANY Auditions for Coppelia and Sleeping Beauty. Email: byronballet@gmail.com LIFE DEATH & BEYOND Ancient Wisdom - May 7th ... ﬁlled with hope www.lifedeathbeyond.com KIDS SCHOOL HOLS Theatre workshop April 16&17 11am-4pm April 18, 1–5pm. Drill Hall Mullum $180.Ph 0414147770 ipantheatre@gmail.com

EMAIL ADS

Saturday 14th April 8am Silent dynamic meditation 10am Osho discourse 12noon Dance meditation 2pm Chakra meditation 4pm Kundalini shaking meditation 6pm Osho evening meditation

Call Shahido

6688 2494

LINE ADS: $17.00 for the first two lines $5.00 for each extra line

THE BYRON SHIRE

$17 for two lines is the minimum charge.

Display classies (box ads): adcopy@echo.net.au Line classies: classifieds@echo.net.au

DISPLAY ADS (with a border): $12.50 per column centimetre

Ad bookings only taken during business hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Ads can’t be taken on the weekend. Account enquiries phone 6684 1777.

These prices include GST.

BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE CAFE Open every Sunday for homemade jam & 1 hour before show times

Prepayment is required for all ads.

KINESIOLOGY

PROF. SERVICES

THAI MASSAGE With male, 1hr $50, Brunswick Heads. Ph Nui 0413710742

Clear subconscious sabotages. Reprogram patterns and beliefs. Restore vibrancy and physical health. De-stress. Ph 66846914 SANDRA DAVEY, Reg. Pract.

DENTURES

LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002

ALOHA HEALING WITH NAOMI Strength with intuitive depth. Deep tissue & Kahuna 23yrs exp. 0417212540

2N OU D ED T S ITI OO ON N !!

DELIVERY

Save Money & Time We shop and deliver from $40. Assembly extra. Ph 0410

netdaily

Cash, cheque, Mastercard or Visa

IKEA

BEAUTIFUL RELAXING DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE Treat Yourself. Call now 0410395368

HYPNOSIS & EFT

Simple and effective solutions Anxiety, Cravings, Fears & Trauma. Maureen Bracken 0402205352

COLONICS

407 247

bigswedishstorerun.com.au

Offering colonic hydrotherapy, sauna and naturopathy at our beachside clinic. Call or text 0458633869 www.byronbaydetoxretreats.com.au

COSTUME HIRE, PROPS, SUITS & ACCESSORIES

tel: 0402 207 137 www.KateChase.com.au

Martin Frank 20 Shirley St,Byron Bay

6685 8532

Fund BAYSIDE ACUPUNCTURE Health Rebates & AND HERBAL MEDICINE Hicaps Available

Becky Martin (Acupuncturist) Women’s Health Children, Cosmetic Acutonics® (Fri & Sat)

Dr David King

(Chinese Medicine) Pain conditions Mental/emotional disturbances & general (Mon-Thurs)

14 PARK STREET, BRUNSWICK HEADS | 02 6685 1088 | BAYSIDEACUPUNCTURE.COM

ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE MASSAGE ACUTONICS®

HEALTH

This Saturday 4–9 pm

NIA, NOURISHING MOVEMENT CLASS all bodies welcome, no exp needed. Weds 6.30pm, $15, Civic Hall, Mullum

www.byroncentre.com.au

STRESSED? Insomnia? Depressed? Sound Healing can help. ‘More profound than any massage I’ve ever had!’ 1st session 25% off, just $75. Ph 0474432791

Tuesdays & Thursdays 5–6.30PM Saturdays 10AM–12PM S U F F O L K PA R K CO M M U N I T Y H A L L

AWARENESS Sessions, Meditation & Art classes. Yvette 0412664846 www.awarelove.com

Safe, beneficial, authentic yoga

Flo Fenton, Senior Yoga Teacher

YOGA BASICS beginners course 5 x Mondays 5-6.30pm Starts April 16th $125 BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Tel: 02 6685 9910 Mob: 0418 441 437 flo@intouchyogabyronbay.com intouchyogabyronbay.com

TWO WINGS PSYCHOLOGY …feel the difference

SUZANNE BOURCHIER psychologist 02 6685 5670

Diana Ewing

• Yoga • Shiatsu• Massage MONDAY

TUESDAY 7.00 YOGA 9.00 NIA

6.30 QIGONG 8.00 GYROKINESIS 10.00 BOLLYWOOD DANCE 16.00 MUSICAL THEATRE JAZZ kids 17.30 JAZZ FLARE

ALL JUST $10 EACH

FLOW

16.00 FLAMENCO 17.30 BELLY DANCE 19.00 ZUMBA

9.30 PARENT CHILD CREATIVE FELDENKRAIS CAPOEIRA CAPOEIRA ROOTS’N’MOTION

kids

THURSDAY

6.30 YOGA

11.00 17.15 18.15 19.30

MULLUMBIMBY - Timetable

10.30 FULL BODY STRETCH

WEDNESDAY

MOVEMENT

North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au

5/93 Centennial Circuit, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481

Read it online: byronhealing.com.au, follow us on: instagram.com/byronhealing facebook.com/byronhealing

1300 736 573

BABY-SITTING I love looking after children and I am a great cook, $15/hr. Phone 0424025271

0478 654 405

For your FREE copy email your name and address to byronhealing@echo.net.au or pick up one from the Echo office in Mullum

www.bettercaring.com.au/ carer/amandaph

CHILDCARE

relationship counselling family mediation co-parenting coaching

The last 5 Years in Byron Bay

The essential guide to Healing in the Northern Rivers

Independent Care Worker

Available from The Echo office reception

BAppSc, Grad Dip Relationship Therapy Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

BAN THAI 10 Years Experience

Amanda Phelps

Between Dark and Dark a memoir; Moral Victories, the biography of chess player Savielly Tartakower; Heresy, an historical novel.

Kate Chase

Now at

1 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby Phone 6684 2978

RAILWAY PARK, BYRON BAY

KAHUNA & ZENTHAI SHIATSU 90 minute massage for $90. Ocean Shores. Guy 0467625245

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

Traditional Thai Massage

TAYLORS PROPS

BYRON ARTISAN MARKET

BEETU FULL BODY MASSAGE A divine experience: healing, nurturing, sensual. 28 yrs exp. Lucy 0427917960

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

MAEW

Open Thurs 4–6.30pm, Sat 10.30am–1pm or by appointment

DAVID LOVEJOY’S BOOKS

Osho

Echo Classies also appear online in Echonetdaily – echo.net.au/classified-ads

RATES & PAYMENT

Village Way, Stuart St, Mullumbimby

BYRON BALLET COMPANY NEW term 2 classes - junior contemporary, jazz and musical theatre! www.byronballet.com

CLASSIFIEDS THAT WORK ALL WEEK!

kids

7.00 10.45 15.30 16.30 17.45 19.30

YOGA AWARNESS PILATES HIP HOP / STREET DANCE kids HIP HOP / STREET DANCE CONTACT IMPROV ZOUK

FRIDAY 6.30 YOGA 9.30 CONTEMPORARY 11.30 OPEN FLOOR-GUIDED 16.00 IMPROV THEATRE GAMES kids 17.30 SOUL JAM SATURDAY 7.00 HIMALAYAN TANTRIC MEDITATION 9.00 WAKE AND SHAKE SUNDAY 17.00 YOGA FLOW

Cnr of Stuart and Tincogan Sts | wemove.studio | 0477 333 540

UNLIMITED CLASS SUBSCRIPTIONS ADULT

$132/month CHILD

$55/month

DROP IN

$20

10 CLASS PASS

$180

9 week Beginners Yoga starts Mon 9th April. 6pm. Bookings essential.

M: 0407 455 212 www.dianaewing.com Inherent Well Being Shift out of dysfunctional patterns Gwen Channer Modern Psychology, Hypnosis, Coaching, Quantum Touch 0401 660 073 inherentwellbeing.com.au

The Byron Shire Echo April 11, 2018 43

Classifieds HEALTH continued

TRADEWORK

3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

BRENT VERCO 3UMMERLAND CHIROPRACTOR %NVIRONMENTAL MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC 6684 1028

MON TUE WED THU FRI PM & SAT AM

HYPNOTHERAPY, NLP & COACHING www.wendypurdey.com.au

BREAK THE CHAIN OF ADDICTIONS NOW! Feeling trapped? Learn how to overcome addictive and limiting behaviours. Stop smoking, weight loss and so much more.

Call today 6680 2630 27 years experience.

HALLS FOR HIRE COORABELL HALL WEDDINGS, GIGS, CLASSES 66871307 www.coorabellhall.net

4HE ,IQUID 7ASTE 3PECIALISTS

s 3EPTIC TANK CLEANING s 'REASE TRAP SERVICING s /ILY ,IQUIDS s 0ORTABLE TOILET HIRE s HOUR SERVICE

0488 609 774

TREE SERVICES

Tallow TREE SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE • • • • •

REMOVALS PALMS TREE SURGERY FREE QUOTES FULLY INSURED

• • • • •

STUMP GRINDING TREE REPORTS DA APPLICATIONS CRANE HIRE CHERRY PICKER

6687 2750 - 0401 208 797

SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES • Cherry Picker • Wood Chipper • Stump Grinder • Tree Surgeon • Fully Insured

Mulch Supplies

Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6687 7677 Mobile 0417 698 227

BAMBOO PLY

• Palings • Posts • Hardwood poles • Sleepers • Molasses • Concrete Posts • Tomato stakes • Cane Mulch

PIANO Classic older style quality American brand piano: Gulbransen upright. $100 ono (plus removal) Phone 0413105636

Mark 0427 490 038 | Karen 0427 804 284

SEASONED FIREWOOD Phone Karen 0427804284 RED CEDAR SLABS Good sizes, quantities and price. Ph 66845580 PORTABLE GRANNY UNIT 14m2 Ensuite, kitchen, covered deck, under $18k. See: tinyurl.com/Granunit for pix. SHIPPING CONTAINER 20ft, $1000. Needs minor repairs. Ph 0418277880 SCAFFOLDING Erect, hire & sales. Aluminium, steel & mobile. 0427774450

MIELE WASHERS

Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511 DAVID LOVEJOY’S BOOKS Available from The Echo reception: Between Dark and Dark, a memoir; Moral Victories, the biography of a chess player; Heresy, an historical novel. ALL JUST $10 each.

ARCHIBALD’S CHEAP QUARRY PRODUCTS

ANNUAL WAREHOUSE

SALE

RSL Hall, Station St, Bangalow Sat 14 April & Sun 15 April 10:30AM to 4PM Up to 80% OFF including Trelise Cooper, Cooper, Kuwaii, Kowtow, Nancybird and Prima Donna Swim

www.queenmabs.com

Fully insured • Free quotes

6684 9137 •

0427 347 380

MULLUM Massive house move & street sale. Orchid Place, near market Saturday

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal 0408 210 772

Kings Creek, Mullumbimby

COMPOST TOILETS

STARTING AT $960 Green Building Centre 0427701653 GUITARS, RECORDS, HI FI valiantmusic.com.au 66851005

MOTOR VEHICLES

CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS Local reg’d business 66845296 or 66845403

Are you worried ...about corporations paying little to no tax and the government giving them massive tax breaks so they can pay even less?

Baby grand piano KG-1D model. In excellent condition, always kept tuned and dust free. $7200.

Ph 0412 732 465

44 April 11, 2018 The Byron Shire Echo

SHARE ACCOM. BRUNS large room with ensuite avail for working person $180pw. 0403497273 MULLUM 2 rooms, share 36yo M + 6yo p/time. Wiﬁ, n/s, $170pw. 0447676458 SUFFOLK large room, ensuite, priv entry, $240pw incl bills. Fem pref. 0449934807 OCEAN SHORES share with 2 others in fully furnished home. Quiet, n/s, d/f, worker. $200pw incl bills. 0448874601 LENNOX sunny room, ensuite, great crew, with sense of humour $250pw + elect. Also smaller room for $165pw. Employed, n/s please. Ph 0407725344 SUFFOLK f-f single room avail now in friendly happy home. $225pw bills/wiﬁ incl Text 0401288610 or 0411029893 BRUNSWICK furn rooms incl bills, big garden. 1 at $200pw, own toilet. Dbl rm avail 1/5 – 31/10 $260pw. 0415238408 SUNRISE f-furn room. Prefer female Japanese worker/student $200pw incl bills Phone 0415390004

TO LET BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333 STORAGE From $105/mth. Bangalow. Ph 66872833 SUFFOLK 3br, 2bthrm, part-furnished house. Beautiful private setting, deck, lush gardens. Long-term tenant. References required. $760pw + exp. Ph 0427275925 O.SHORES granny flat, unfurn, carport, courtyd. Suit wkg single/cpl. Cool & comfy. $300pw incl. No pets. 66803176 SUFFOLK 3br, 2.5 bthrm fully-furn house, 3 month rental. $720pw incl bills/internet. Available April 30th. Ph 0431107344 SUFFOLK 1br fully-furn studio. $310pw incl bills/WiFi. Avail April 11. 0431107344 MULLUM 1br granny flat, rural, 5 mins to town, no pets, suit single/couple. $360pw, all bills + wifi incl. Txt only 0409528664

Support our local businesses and keep our local economy strong.

BEACHFRONT house 2br, New Brighton, 6mths, no pets, n/s. Ph 0410313519 FEDERAL smallish studio, walk to shop $350pw + elect, avail now. 66884634 MULLUM 3br house + sunroom, 1 bath, sep toilet. Quiet street, rural outlook. Walk to town. Original 50s kitchen $550pw. Avail mid April. Refs req. 0429113736

WANTED LP RECORDS: good condition, no op shop crap! Ph Matt 0401955052

100+ CARS IN STOCK ALL NEED TO GO MAKE AN OFFER

GARAGE AND SHED SALE Multihousehold, everything must go. Victoria Park, 46 Bay Vista Lane, Ewingsdale (2.5km down McGettigans Lane, left on Bay Vista Lane, #46 is long driveway on RHS). Saturday 14th April, 9am-3pm. Kitchenware, furniture, books & DVDs, building materials, tools & hardware & lots more

BANGALOW 9 Green Frog Lane. Sat 8-11am. Final moving sale. Designer clothing, furniture, antiques, collectables, plants, books, oriental rugs. All must go SUFFOLK 41 Brandon St, Sat. Brother photocopier, plumbing ﬁttings, h/h items OCEAN SHORES 16 Binya Pl, Sat 8am. Hotwheels, ﬁne china, glassware, model cars, art, lots more, an eclectic mix. OCEAN SHORES COMBINED SALE Sat 8-2. All must go. 12 Woggoon Tce.

OCEAN SHORES large studio, amazing forest, river access, priv entry, n/s, d/f, quiet mature person. Furn/unfurn. $315pw incl bills. 6-12 months. Ph 0424139778 MULLUM 3 mins. Funky farm 2br furn cabin. Solar, avail now till Sept, $220pw + bond. Not suitable for kids. 0412729902

GARAGE SALES

SUFFOLK PARK 32 Teak Circuit. Sat 8-1pm. Great ladies shoes & clothes

0402 364 852

• Affordable tree services • Professional tree care • 18" chipper (crane truck)

OCEAN SHORES 8 Berrimbillah Court. Sat 8am start. Furniture, collectables, clothing, books, bric-a-brac

Road base, gravel, blue metal and metal dust. ALL SIZE DELIVERIES. Phone 66845517, 0418481617

6684 4421

TREE SERVICES

FIREWOOD

For ceilings, walls, doors, etc. Ph 66884188 • sample & brochure. www.bambooply.com.au

• FULLY INSURED • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES

NICK HART

Matt 0427 172 684

FOR SALE

BRIDGLANDS

bookings@mullumcivic.com

Supplying commercial, wood ﬁred bakeries, pizza restaurants and residential, combustion stoves, open ﬁres, pot belly, kindling. Various load sizes from 4’x 6’ to 4 ton tipper. PRICES STARTING FROM $95. VOLUME DISCOUNTS.

Buy and sell good quality used furniture Ph 66842511

Concerts, forums, weddings, exhibitions, functions, etc. www.mullumcivic.com

FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND

SUFFOLK 22 Kalamajere Drive, Sat 8am.. Moving Sale, all must go.

BANGALOW RENT-A-SHED Modern & Secure from $140 p/m Elders Real Estate 66871500

Ballina Car Centre

DLN 19950

FOOD STALL PAELLA well-established business in the Byron Shire. Permanent sites at Byron, Bangalow & Channon markets. $70,000 ono. Ph 0401617780

REMOVALISTS BIG & SMALL REMOVAL JOBS Local, affordable, reliable & quick Ph 66845510 or 0402199999

SHORT TERM ACCOM. S/C BEDSIT MULLUM suit cple or sIngle. 1-3 nights $100pn. Ph 0407163828

BYRON SELF-STORAGE UNITS Clean & secure. Ph 1300762618 MULLUM 4km, beautiful large timber house & studio on lake with jetty. 4br + office. 100 acre picturesque farm, seclusion but close to town. Studio currently rented with desire to stay on. House $750pw + studio $320pw. Avail mid May, long lease. Txt 0412897567 SECURE STORAGE BANGALOW Brand new storage sheds 66871500 BALLINA SELF-STORAGE UNITS Secure from $18pw, 10 cubic mtr shed. Across 3 locations. Ph 66867011 LENNOX HEAD Lovely 4br, 2 bthrm DLUG home in the heart of town, 150 metres to restaurants and ocean. Partly furnished with option to remove some. Lease ﬂexible 6 – 12 mths with option to extend. Avail now. $720pw incl lawn maintenance. Phone 0415499429

TO LEASE BYRON A&I EST studio unit, 1st ﬂoor, 40sqm, kitchenette $360+GSTpw. 11 Banksia Drive Complex. Ph 0422558128 MADE IN MULLUM Interested in selling your handmade crafts, artworks, photography etc locally from $25 a week? Interested to see what sells and what doesn’t? Contact Facebook: Made In Mullum or email madeinmullum@gmail.com

Prime Retail Space In Bangalow Village on Byron Street. Approx 40 sqm, light & bright, high ceilings & air conditioning. Owner is seeking a long term tenant. $33,600.00 pa + GST. Available Now.

Bangalow Real Estate

6687 2479

POSITIONS VACANT KITCHEN HAND & FRONT OF HOUSE PERSON Fast, energetic team player, reliable. Exp. preferred. Apply in person. Rock and Roll Cafe Mullumbimby. Email: rockandrollcoffee@gmail.com EXPERIENCED BARISTA Mullumbimby cafe. Locals only, must be avail Wed and Thurs. Email perezie1958@gmail.com CASUAL ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT Leading to future full time position Mojosurf 16-24 hrs pw to start in our busy ofﬁce in Byron. Experience in accounts receivable & payable, wages, bank reconciliation and GST knowledge within a larger organisation. Local residents only. CV to: accounts@ mojosurf.com WAITSTAFF for busy Chinese restaurant at Bangalow. Must be able to work weekends, Friday, Saturday dinner, experienced & fast. Phone 66872382

16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE BALLINA

BUSINESS FOR SALE

LOCAL REMOVAL

& backloads to Brisbane. Friendly, with 10 years local exp. 0409917646

North Ocean Shores 3br 1bth $550 Mullumbimby 3br 1bth $500 3br 2bth $550 3br 2bth $580 Brunswick Heads 2br 1bth $395 2br 1bth $450 South Golden Beach 2br 1bth $520 Commercial – Billinudgel Premium showroom & warehouse space. 445m2. Certified organic. Contact office for details & inspection

HANDY HAMMER HELPER Experience required. Self Motivator. 1 weeks work. Ocean Shores. Phone 0413721410 LOCAL Web and App Developer wanted for a community collaboration project. Equity or wages. Steve@Toneguzzo.Com

WARNING The Department of Fair Trading has warned people to be very careful about responding to advertisements offering work at home. Readers should C be wary if asked to pay money upfront for employment opportunities and never send money to a post ofﬁce box L.J. Hooker Brunswick Heads

6685 0177 5/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads

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Classifieds POSITIONS VACANT continued

PETS

MONTHLY MARKETS

Position- Team Leader Wallaby Foods is an innovative and leading snack manufacturer, based in the Byron Bay Shire. We seek a capable person to work within a food-manufacturing environment and operate all facets of our increasingly automated facility. Key responsibilities: Ability to learn all facets of our production business Operate within an environment of high-speed packing lines and other food process equipment. Your application needs to demonstrate: Experience in food handling or manufacturing with an ability to follow operating procedures. Attention to detail with ability to take responsibility. Proactive can-do / hands-on attitude. Reliable work history. Fork Lift licence well regarded. Please forward your application to peter@wallabyfoods.com

1st SAT Bruns Heads

6628 4495

1st SUN Byron Bay 1st SUN Lismore Car Boot

6685 6807 6628 7333

2nd SAT Flea, Byron YAC 0490 026 840 2nd SAT Woodburn 0439 489 631 2nd SUN The Channon 2nd SUN Lennox Head 2nd SUN Alstonville 2nd SUN Tabulum Hall 2nd SUN Coolangatta

6688 6433 0419 369 609 6628 1568 0490 329 159

3rd SAT Mullumbimby 6684 3370 3rd SAT Murwillumbah 0413 804 024 3rd SUN Uki 0487 329 150 3rd SUN Lismore Car Boot 6628 7333 3rd SUN Ballina 6687 4328 4th SAT Evans Head

0439 489 631

4th SUN Bangalow 4th SUN Nimbin

6687 1911 0458 506 000

4th SUN Murwillumbah 0422 565 168 4th SUN (in a 5 Sunday month) Coolangatta 5th SUN Lennox Head 5th SUN Nimbin

0419 369 609 0458 506 000

WEEKLY MARKETS SATURDAYS Byron Artisan Market 4-9pm 6685 6807

FARMERS MARKETS Each TUE New Brighton Each TUE Organic Lismore Each WED 7-11am M’bah Each WED 3-6pm Nimbin Each THU 8-11am Byron Each FRI 7-11am Mullum Each SAT 8-11am Bangalow Each SAT 8am-1pm Uki Each SAT 8.30-11am Lismore

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Communications & Marketing Manager

LABRADOR PUPPY purebred, black, male, 10wks, micro/c, vacc, socialised with children & cats, $900. Ph 66840046

Cherry is one of our adorable teenagers available for adoption. She’s a pretty calico cat who has a sweet nature & is very happy around other cats. Cherry is playful & adores chasing her best friend Peppa around the shelter. If you’re a shelter cat, it’s always nice to have a buddy to hang out with. Why not stop by & visit them? You could be their next best friend. To meet Cherry, Peppa & our other cats & kittens, please visit the Cat Adoption Centre at 124 DALLEY STREET, MULLUM OPEN: Tues 2.30–4.30pm THURS: 3–5pm SAT: 10am–12 noon Call AWL 6684 4070

NORPA is the leading regional theatre company in Australia. Based in Lismore, NORPA is renowned for creating original performance works and presents a Season of performances to an established support base across the Northern Rivers. The Communications Manager joins NORPA at an exciting time in the organisation’s development.

COMPANION ANIMALS WELFARE INC.

Introducing Rusty, a desexed 2yr old male purebred Aust. Cattle Dog. He walks really well on the lead and is super friendly and cuddly. He doesn’t bark a lot, friendly to visitors and food motivated. He’s an absolute Aussie Ripper! Please contact Margaret on 0458 461 935. Needs carers for medium – large dogs.

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This role provides high level leadership in the development, management and operation of innovative marketing and communications strategies in line with NORPA’s artistic and financial goals. The position manages key staff responsible for communications and marketing. As a senior manager with the company, the Marketing and Communications Manager contributes to the development and realisation of all business planning and KPIs relating to branding, engagement, audience development, and key income targets.

To find out more please visit our website: www.norpa.org.au

Naru LR Driver Are you an excellent delivery driver, who enjoys giving great customer service? If so then Sol Breads has a casual position available • Sat, Mon and Tues 4.30am – 10.30am approx ie total 18 hrs per wk approx • Needs to be flexible to cover holidays on other days Duties include, picking orders , loading & delivering. Must be local, have a current LR truck licence, fit & enjoys manual work. Please contact Suzanne on

0413 886 184

or info@solbreadsnthnsw.com.au

WORK WANTED

Naru is a 12 month old kelpie x. She is a pretty girl who is undergoing training as she hadn’t had any when we got her and she wants to please so is doing well. She needs off leash exercise daily and would love the beach or a home with plenty of space to run. If you can give Naru a permanent, loving home please contact Pam on 0421 017 461. Visit friendsofthepound.com to view other dogs and cats looking for a home.

GoByron Drivers Wanted Choose your own hours Earn great money Be your own boss Full training provided

Email: info@gobyron.com.au Phone: 6620 9200

LOST & FOUND LOST: Surfboard near Mullum golf club. REWARD. Phone 66846381

Chef All-rounder 5 days, 6am starts, 38 hours Locals only, long term position. Would suit an experienced chef who wants daytime hours, stable work and less stress. Creative input. Involves some FOH. Barista skills ideal. Info: www.pantry29.com.au

LOCAL REMOVALIST Happy to move big, small & in between. Call Benny 0402199999 ALL TYPES BUILDING WORK Blocklaying & bricklaying Lic 60801C Paul 0423852559

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TUITION FRENCH • ITALIAN • GERMAN Eva 0403224842 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au SPANISH PRIVATE CLASSES For beginners, advanced & children. Native speaker, HSC. Pia 0434485584 BE ENCOURAGED GUITAR LESSONS + song writing help. With Tim Stokes. Supportive & enthusiastic. 0424102248

MUSICAL NOTES DOUBLE BASS REPAIRS, Setups, Lessons. 0412172089

PIANO TUNING

Reuben Barkley. 0411689604 www.barkleypianotuner.com Second generation family trade

MOTT, Heather May 21/12/1921 – 06/04/2018 Late of Mildura, formerly of Mullumbimby. Passed away Peacefully, Aged 96 years. Beloved wife of Tom (dec). Loving Mother and Mother-in-law of Elaine and Vic, Richard and Aileen (Dec), Allison (Dec), Ian and Joan and Colin. Proud and loving Grandmother of 18 grandchildren, and 22 great-grandchildren. Rest in Peace Family and friends are warmly invited to attend the Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving for the life of Heather. To be celebrated in the Presbyterian Church 104 Stuart St, Mullumbimby On Monday April 16th 2018 With the service commencing at 11.00am. At the conclusion of the service, the cortege will proceed to the Mullumbimby Lawn Cemetery for interment.

QUALITY PIANOS for sale, and expert piano tuning. Ph Fred Cole 0412216019

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BILLINUDGEL (02) 6680 3084

Third quarter 8 April New moon 16 April First quarter 23 April Full moon 30 April Day of Sun Sun Moon month rise set rise 1 S 0556 1744 1827 2 M 0556 1742 1904 3 T 0557 1741 1943 4 W 0557 1740 2023 5 T 0558 1739 2105 6 F 0558 1738 2149 7 S 0559 1737 2236 8 S 0559 1736 2325 9 M 0600 1735 10 T 0601 1734 0016 11 W 0601 1732 0108 12 T 0602 1731 0202 13 F 0602 1730 0257 14 S 0603 1729 0354 15 S 0603 1728 0451 16 M 0604 1727 0550 17 T 0604 1726 0651 18 W 0605 1725 0754 19 T 0606 1724 0858 20 F 0606 1723 1002 21 S 0607 1722 1104 22 S 0607 1721 1202 23 M 0608 1720 1255 24 T 0608 1719 1344 25 W 0609 1718 1428 26 T 0610 1717 1508 27 F 0610 1716 1547 28 S 0611 1716 1624 29 S 0611 1715 1700 30 M 0612 1714 1738

APRIL 2018

5.17pm 11.57am 7.45am 10.58am Moon High tide, set height (m) 0615 0856,1.69; 2122,1.66 0714 0932,1.59; 2200,1.66 0811 1007,1.48; 2237,1.63 0908 1042,1.37; 2315,1.59 1003 1117,1.26; 2355,1.53 1056 1159,1.16 1147 0042,1.47; 1252,1.08 1235 0144,1.42; 1410,1.05 1320 0257,1.40; 1538,1.07 1403 0407,1.43; 1647,1.14 1443 0504,1.48; 1738,1.24 1521 0552,1.54; 1820,1.34 1558 0634,1.59; 1900,1.45 1634 0714,1.62; 1938,1.55 1711 0751,1.63; 2016,1.65 1749 0830,1.62; 2057,1.72 1830 0908,1.57; 2138,1.78 1914 0948,1.50; 2221,1.79 2003 1032,1.41; 2307,1.78 2056 1121,1.31 2154 0000,1.74; 1219,1.21 2255 0100,1.69; 1333,1.16 2358 0211,1.64; 1500,1.17 0325,1.63; 1616,1.25 0101 0433,1.64; 1720,1.36 0203 0531,1.66; 1813,1.48 0304 0622,1.65; 1859,1.58 0403 0706,1.63; 1942,1.66 0501 0747,1.58; 2021,1.72 0559 0825,1.51; 2059,1.74

Astronomical data and tides

Times are Eastern Standard Daylight Savings Time. Time lags: Ballina Boat Dock: 15 min; Byron Bay: nil; Brunswick River Hwy Bridge: high 30 min, low 1 hr; Mullumbimby: 1 hr 10 min; Billinudgel: 3 hr 55 min; Chinderah: high 1 hr 15 min, low 2 hr; Terranora Inlet: high 2 hr 10 min, low 2 hr 25 min; Murwillumbah: high 2 hr 30 min, low 2 hr 50 min. Tides in bold indicate high tide of 1.7m or more and low tide of 0.3m or less. Data courtesy of the Bureau of Meteorology.

Low tide, height (m) 0234,0.27; 1458,0.24 0318,0.32; 1530,0.28 0402,0.39; 1602,0.33 0446,0.47; 1633,0.40 0533,0.55; 1705,0.48 0627,0.62; 1744,0.56 0730,0.67; 1832,0.63 0845,0.68; 1943,0.69 0957,0.65; 2105,0.71 1054,0.59; 2222,0.67 1139,0.52; 2319,0.60 1216,0.45 0005,0.52; 1249,0.38 0047,0.44; 1321,0.32 0128,0.38; 1354,0.27 0210,0.34; 1428,0.24 0253,0.33; 1503,0.24 0340,0.34; 1541,0.26 0430,0.38; 1621,0.32 0529,0.44; 1706,0.40 0635,0.49; 1800,0.48 0749,0.52; 1909,0.56 0904,0.51; 2031,0.59 1012,0.47; 2152,0.57 1109,0.41; 2301,0.51 1156,0.35 0000,0.45; 1236,0.31 0051,0.40; 1313,0.28 0138,0.38; 1346,0.28 0222,0.38; 1419,0.29

Every picture tells a story - MILLI’s is shock, horror and sadness. “Help” she says. This loveable family friend has lost her world, and at 9 years old that is super challenging. A sweet, soft furry bundle. Photograph taken just after she arrived tells it all. Desperate for a person or family to love. All cats are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped.

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Community at work 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.

Regular As Clockwork DEADLINE NOON FRIDAY Email copy marked ‘Regular As Clockwork’ to editor@echo.net.au.

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.

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.

Alateen Meeting Alateen Meeting 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,

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,

Mungo’s Crossword 1

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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.alanon.org.au.

Cryptic Clues

Quick Clues

ACROSS

1. Vulture or jackal, top lawyer – nemesis! (9) 6. Womaniser’s big balls (5) 9. Picture of one wise man (5) 10. Beef is effective at abattoirs (9) 11. Higher policy revealed – but it’s hard to decipher (12) 13. Ecologically sound part of golf links (5) 14. Support the worker, useful in court! (8) 17. Abandoned woman – no drama? (8) 19. Scandinavian vegetable (5) 23. Comic event around badger’s burrow – one even harder to work out than 11! (7,5) 25. Light rings about unknown quantity, 99 or perhaps 300 million years ago (9) 26. A labyrinth – surprise! (5) 27. Rest period for small cardinal (5) 28. A thousand present projection for learning (9)

1. He looks for value in the rubbish (9) 6. Sweetheart (5) 9. Picture, replica (5) 10. Slaughterhouses (9) 11. Ancient Egyptian writing (12) 13. Inexperienced, unripe (5) 14. Tennis stroke (8) 17. Marooned victim (8) 19. Root vegetable (5) 23. Archaeological find that led to Linear B (7,5) 25. Geological age some 300 millions years old (9) 26. Surprise, astonish (5) 27. Enchantment (5) 28. Learning, information (9)

DOWN

DOWN 1. Insult, snub (6) 2. Lack of professionalism (10) 3. Blot in the landscape (7) 4. Risk, wager (6) 5. Emerge again (8) 6. Unlikely to fail (3,4) 7. Exceedingly, to a high degree (4) 8. Echoes, resonates (8) 12. Aggressive close combat (4-2-4) 15. Plum brandy (8) 16. Record of transactions (8) 18. Mexican walking fish (7) 20. Archaic toast, roistering (7) 21. Imitation stone finish (6) 22. Wipe out, erase (6) 24. Plant often using in healing (4)

1. Trivial insult (6) 2. Doctors’ group for leisure travel substitutes energy for order – it’s for love not money! (10) 3. We’re told the setter noticed something really ugly (7) 4. Storm about the doctor – want to bet? (6) 5. Come back to harvest fruit (8) 6. Sound of cattle – a thousand, sir, back! Actually it’s pretty safe (3,4) 7. Five, um ... variable, extremely (4) 8. Echoes of tears over old money (8) 12. Hot, also hot up with close combat Last week’s solution N225 (4-2-4) O R L O P B I B L E P A E A E T 15. Loses temper over church rider – E X C A L I B U R E that’s the spirit! (8) N V Y T R 16. Suss out smell, right for doctor’s S U R F I N G T H E N records (8) E A S R I R A T C A T 18. Salamander’s confused; lax tool (7) S P I V A S M N O Y 20. Keen about the donkey? Have a M O O D I N D I G O drink! (7) E N L I A D E L I C A T E S 21. Two hundred in outback, after E E I A A S small cement rendering job (6) D I T T O P E T R I 22. Rent in a river? Cut it out! (6) I R N E E S 24. Nothing in beer for liliaceous plant (4) T R E A S U R E D T

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Drug support groups

No-interest loans Byron Community No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS) is a not-for-profit community program providing people on low incomes with safe, fair interestfree loans of up to $1,000 for purchasing essential goods and services. Contact the Byron Community Centre.

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

Library fun

Seniors computer club

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 Bounce session Mullumbimby – Tuesday 11.30am, Brunswick Heads – Friday 10.30am, Byron Bay – Friday 10am. Storytime for toddlers and pre-school children Mullumbimby – Friday 10.30am, Brunswick Heads – Monday 10.30am, Byron Bay – Tuesday 10.30am.

Byron Shire seniors computer club invites interested seniors to come to learn how to use your photos creatively. Meets at Ocean Shores Community Centre, Wednesdays 1–3pm during school terms. For more information phone Gloria on 0428 845 339.

Toastmasters

Op shops

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 Heritage House Museum & Cafe Open Monday–Friday 10am–3pm. Corner Ashton & Deacon Streets Bangalow. Available for event hire

Byron Cavanbah Toastmasters meetings coaching in communication and self-development run on 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6.40pm at Byron Services Club, Byron Bay; www.byronbaytoastmasters. org. Mullum Magic Toastmasters meet every 2nd, 4th and 5th Monday Presbyterian Church Hall, 101 Stuart Street Mullumbimby 7–9 pm. Contact Megan 0424 002 636 or Bruce 0418 515 991.

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. Mullumbimby Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–4.15pm, Saturday 9am–12.15pm. Volunteers needed, enq to shop 6684 4718. Mullumbimby Seventh-Day

On The Horizon

Bowling Club, Deegan Drive, Alstonville. We invite men who have had or are newly diagnosed to join. Meetings held third Monday of each month. Partners or carers welcome. Enquiries Gordon 6684 1137 or 0415 664 649.

will be held on May 10 at the Robina Community Centre. Attendees must be Exit Members. Information available at www.exitinternational.net or phone Elaine 5580 8215 or 0421 796 713.

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Grief support

Email copy marked ‘On The Horizon’ to editor@echo.net.au.

The Good Grief Group meets every Monday 6–7.30pm upstairs at the Mullumbimby Neighbourhood Centre. This is a safe place for people to share their grief and bereavement.

Program providing people on low income assistance with electricity and natural gas bills. Phone Kristin at Byron Community Centre 6685 6807.

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.

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and welcomes all groups and visitors. Phone 6687 2183.

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 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 Wednesday 7.30am, Byron Bay Surf Club. Call 0478 061 479 to speak to a local member or visit www.crystalmeth.org.au.

Help with bills

Museums

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CWA Mullum Mullumbimby branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) meets Wednesday 11 April at 10am at the CWA Rooms, corner of Mullumbimbi and Gordon Streets. Bring a plate. Info: Jenny 6684 7282 or Sue 6684 1675.

Prostate Cancer Northern Rivers Day Prostate Cancer Support Group will meet on Monday 16 April, 10am till 12 noon at Alstonville

Budgeting Support Money Matters is a free service helping people identify where their money is going, how best to save and, most importantly, how to get on top of bills! Contact the Byron Community Centre to make an appointment; private sessions run every Monday afternoon.

Bridge club Brunswick Valley Bridge Club meets every Saturday and Monday at the Ocean Shores Country Club, seated at 12.15 to commence play at 12.30. Visitors welcome. See bridgewebs.com/brunswickvalley/home.html or for partner ring Phyllis Keyte 6684 1103. Facebook Brunswick Valley Bridge Club. Play resumes Saturday, January 6.

netdaily.net.au 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.

Choirs Bay Singers meet Wednesdays at Byron Community Centre, 10.30–11.30am. Enquiries 0425 363 589, kim@kimbanffy. com.au. Singchronicity Choir meets Thursdays at Ocean Shores 6.45pm8.45pm. Eclectic and catchy repertoire. Ph 0425 363 589. Mullum’s Biggest Little Town Choir meets weekly at the Mullumbimby Civic Centre, 55 Dalley Street, Thursdays at 6.30pm. Newcomers welcome. Raise the Roof Choir: Gospel, bluegrass & more. 1–3pm Tuesdays, Suffolk Park Hall. 6–8pm Tuesdays, Bruns Uniting Hall. Weekly Uki & Channon sessions. Info@ raisetheroofsinging.com 0417 277 211.

Craft group 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.

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. Info: Leanne 0409 818 643.

ESL classes Free English as a Second Language classes in Mullumbimby, suitable for beginners to advanced learners. More info call 0421 796 529 or 6674 7267. Epstein. Visitors very welcome. Apologies to Maureen on 0408 294 973.

FREE kids’ activities

The next meeting of the Ocean Shores & District Garden Club is on Monday 16 April at 1.30pm at The Hub Church next to Target. Don from Byron Biochar will be talking about Biochar and Wood Vinegar, a local 100 per cent natural bio-stimulant for plants. Phone Claire on 6680 3707 for more info.

Byron Bay Library has two fun and free activities for kids these school holidays. Tuesday 17 April at 10.30am it is Story Time with local children’s author Zanni Louise featuring her new series of books aimed at kids aged 5+ Tiggy and the magic paintbrush. Friday 27 April at 10.30am is is time to create your pet rock. They are low-maintenance and cute to boot. Suited to kids 4+. Book in early by calling 6685 8540.

GCAT

Seniors’ free tech training

End-of-life choices

The Green and Clean Awareness Team’s monthly Dunecare Day is on Sunday 15 April, 9am till 12noon. Meet in front of the Beach Cafe at Clarkes Beach. Inquiries to Udo 0413 173 786, Veda 6685 7991 or Miles 0403 206 190

Byron Bay Library is offering FREE technology training for seniors starting in April 2018. All are aimed at absolute beginners and are run by a professional trainer. Places are limited – book by calling 6685 8540.

Exit International is a voluntary euthanasia group. The next meeting

Ballina Photography Club

Calling artists!

The Ballina Photography Club Thursday 12 April, 6.30pm at the Kentwell Centre, corner Moon Street and Bangalow Road. Subject: black and white photos. New members welcome. Enquiries, Jean on 0478 296 242.

Start preparing your entries for the 2018 Ocean Shores Art Expo. This year’s theme is TREASURES. Entries close 24 July (open for registration mid-June). More than $5,000 in prize money. Visit: www. osartexpo.com for more information. Ocean Shores Country Club Art Competition/Exhibition. Artists: get your paintbrushes out and start painting. Gala Opening and presentation to winning artist Thursday 17 May, 6.30pm at the Ocean Shores Country Club. Three categories: Acrylics/Oils, Watercolour, and Drawing/Pastel will be judged. Entry forms are available online www. oceanshorescc.com.au. Entries must be received by 4 May – no late entries accepted. Contact Marilyn 6680 4907.

Lets Go Surfing Lets Go Surfing are offering a free surfing lesson for people 55 years and older. The first lesson in Byron Wednesday 11 April, 9.30–10.30am. All equipment is provided. Contact Lets Go Surfing on 6680 9443 or email info@letsgosurfing.com.au.

$500 GRANTS APRIL 2018 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. These grants will be offered every 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 Saturday 31 MARCH 2018.

A $300 grant for March was awarded to

Mullum Junior Rugby League Club

to replace training equipment lost in the ﬂoods. 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

OS District Garden Club

BB Hospital Auxiliary Byron Bay Hospital Auxiliary meeting Monday 16 April at Byron Central Hospital, 54 Ewingsdale Rd, Ewingsdale at 1pm. Members are encouraged to attend and new members are very welcome. Enquiries 6685 3162.

Acoustic journey Join Pralad and The Chants on an acoustic journey, chanting beautiful mantras, Sunday 15 April at The Yellow Church, 9 Myokum St, Mullumbimby 6.30–8pm. Every third Sunday of the month. Enquiries (07) 5590 7746.

Byron Sophia Byron Sophia Philosophical Group: The Kingdom Trilogy. James Cowan has written a work that brings to life the intensity of rich inner experiences. Thursday 12 April, 1.30 till 3.30pm, at Marvell Hall, Marvell Street East, Byron Bay. Info: Celia 6684 3623.

BV VIEW Club Next luncheon meeting of the Brunswick Valley VIEW Club is on Thursday, April 12 at Mullumbimby Services Club. Speaker is Joanne Peterson, former Personal Assistant to The Beatles manager Brian

Byron Harmony Day Callout for performers, stallholders and volunteers. Byron Harmony Day is moving to Mullum this year for the first time and we are calling out to all Mullum and Byron locals to get involved. Book a stall, perform, hold workshops or volunteer to help coordinate. Come and join us every Friday 11am at Byron YAC to help plan this amazing festival. Call 0405 463 663.

Choir St. Paul’s spirituality centre choir 7 pm Thursday, 12 April, 14 Kingsley Street Byron Bay. Greg: 0412 660 742. Please note: This section is intended for the benefit of non-profit community groups.

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Mullum Red Devils’ season begins with Local skipper wins lacklustre loss as history repeats Giants grab big yacht race first win

Story and pic John Campbell

There was déjà vu at Red Devil Park on Sunday in Byron Bay’s opening encounter of the NRRRL season against Marist Brothers when they lost 36–14. In front of a crowd of just under 5,000 the local side turned back the clock to 2017 and produced a dysfunctional performance that saw them flogged 36–14. The visitors scored as soon as they were gifted the pill after Byron botched the kick-off, but the home side responded immediately when high-profile recruit and former Brother, fullback Mitch ‘Mitchell’ Krause, collected a chip and sprinted 80 metres down the eastern flank to score without a hand being laid on him until after he had crossed the line. The late tackle he copped resulted in an eight-point try and the Devils found themselves ahead 8–6. In their spanking new white kit, all was well with the world. It went pear-shaped thereafter. Byron disregarded all of the fundamental rules. They dropped the ball like an irongloved wicket-keeper, held a ragged line in defence and appeared to have no idea how to

Clarence ‘the Clocker’ Kelly had precious few opportunities with ball in hand at Red Devil Park on Sunday.

go about scoring. None of which is to say that they didn’t try hard. It’s just that their execution was up that smelly creek without a paddle. A vaunted pack of forwards huffed and puffed, but were unable to make nearly so much headway as their opposites did – they lost the ruck – while the Papists’ half and five-eighth orchestrated proceedings. What might have been Byron’s most potent attacking weapon, the centre/wing combination of Clarence ‘the Clocker’ Kelly and Bill ‘the Lion’ King, might as well have stayed at home to watch the

footy on TV for all the chances they got to strut their stuff. Marist resumed the lead almost immediately from a terrible Devils blunder and all any of us wanted was for the teams to settle. The other mob did, Byron didn’t, and while Krause was in the bin for his part in a scuffle (as a former Brother, he was baited all day), the Devils found themselves behind 18–8. Nobody wanted to admit it so early, but it was ‘goodnight nurse’ from that moment. Prop ‘Smokin’ Joe Vickery picked up a consolation meat pie for his unstinting effort, but the Devils had been thoroughly outplayed.

Shores win three from three Marc Patten

The 2018 season kicked off in fine style for Shores United with all three sides winning their opening games of the regular season. The first division Brown Snakes travelled down to Byron for a match that was always going to be a tough assignment. As expected, Byron came out firing and despite the Snakes having the better of play, found themselves behind twice 1–0 and 2–1. The boys stuck to the plan and wore Byron down in the Matt Brown (Red) from Shores sixth division on the ball and second half and when Matt a 2–0 win against Casino. Photo Michelle Begg equalised the stage was set. much different story. Five minutes from time crushing encounter. All were treated to a fanThe sun was blazing as the the French connection, Loic, raced around four Byron de- tastic display of pass and run two old boy teams exchanged fenders to score an emphatic as the team put on 12 unan- blows. The match was a physswered goals. ical affair with neither team winner. Captain-coach Ben scored giving ground. Man of the Match NugIn the end just a little bit get, even scored a rare goal! four, Dan and Simon netted a pair each, while Caleb and more class, control of the ball Shores the winner 3–2. and two valuable goals from The newly promoted Patrick put away one each. The Shores v Casino sixth Andy got Shores a good 2–0 Shores third division team division match at home was win on a good club day. travelled to Nimbin for their North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au

The Mullumbimby Giants league team won their first game of the season 22–20, after scoring a try after the final siren playing last year’s premiers Ballina. ‘It was not a pretty performance, but a win is a win,’ said the team’s new coach Dallas Waters. ‘It is certainly a positive to travel to Ballina and take a win against the reigning premiers,’ he said. The Mullumbimby side was largely its own worst enemy by giving away too much possession, too easily, the coach said. ‘The boys really stood up. If there is a positive to take away it is the defensive effort. They never gave up,’ he said. The Magpies had done some good recruiting over summer and these players added to the local talent. Most importantly the coach reckons the Giants had the player depth to get through a long, hard season of rugby league. He also called for a strong crowd to support the team this Sunday when they play their first home game against Northern United. Action from 12pm at the Manns Road Oval (Mullumbimby) when the newly formed ladies team hit the field followed by Reserves and A grade.

Proud sailors of the Coopers: Tony Willis, Matt Kotwas, Angela Hadwen, Craig Watson, Tristan Hamilton, John Paech, Geoff McNamara. Photo supplied

Mullumbimby pharmacist Craig Watson has skippered racing yacht Coopers to a win in his first attempt at the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race over Easter. ‘This was the 70th year for this classic Queensland ocean yacht race and there were 60 competitors. Coopers won PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) Division two, and came second in the Cruising Division,’ he said. Craig also earned the Newcomers Trophy as it was his first attempt at this event. Coopers covered the 308 nautical miles in 33 hours and 52 minutes.

‘The race saw winds of up to 30 knots, with 3–4-metre swells and Coopers recorded speeds up to 21.4 knots surfing down waves,’ he said. ‘I have been sailing since I was 10, racing Sabots at Mooloolaba Yacht Club, and have competed in 20 Hamilton Island Race Weeks where we have collected first, second and third over the years.’ Local fireman Tony Willis has been a regular bowman on Coopers. ‘We are hoping to compete in the upcoming Brisbane to Keppel Yacht Race in preparation for this year’s Sydney to Hobart,’ he said.

Schott wins Major Singles at Byron Toby Schott claimed the Minor Singles Championship at the Byron Bowling club after bettering a competitive field and beating Phil Boyd in the final last Thursday.

Wilkinson knocked out by Fanning in his final tour event Crystal Cylinders

Byron Bay’s Matt Wilkinson was knocked out of competition at the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach in the new round four surfing against Mick Fanning and Pat Gudauskas, finishing in equal ninth place. He is currently in 19th place on the Championship Tour ratings after the first two events. Wilkinson will be in the first heat of round one of the Margaret River Pro up against Connor Coffin from the USA and Michael February from South Africa. Three time WSL Champion Mick Fanning celebrated the last Championship Tour event of his competitive career with a runner-up finish to Italo Ferreira. The four times Bells winner said goodbye to elite competition after 17 years on

Matt Wilkinson is sitting in 19th spot on the Championship Tour as he heads to Western Australia. Photo: Sloane/WSL

tour and 22 CT victories. Stephanie Gilmore won the women’s over Hawaiian Tatiana Weston-Webb.

Longboarders

Ben O’Dwyer, Callum Gover. Seconds – James Foster, Greg Gover, Terry Kay. Thirds – Nathan Mackenzie, Peter Regan, Bob Mills. Fourths – Grant Ryan, Jim Baker, Tom Silver. Fifths – Peter Briggs, Veronica Silver, Nick Mitchell. Sixths – Liam Byrne, Mal Lewis, Andrew Thomas.

The Lennox Longboarders held their first club round for the year at Lennox Main in pristine conditions. Firsts – Alex Glassington, The Byron Shire Echo April 11, 2018 47

Backlash Mullum pharmacist and keen yachtsman Craig Watson has won division two of the Brisbane to Gladstone yacht race. Watson told Backlash it was his and his crew’s first Brisbane to Gladstone race and they faced three- to four-metre swells and winds reaching 30 knots. He says, ‘Later in the year we intend to compete in the Brisbane to Keppel, leading up to Sydney to Hobart.’ Q Q Q Q

Elsa Torresi from Main Arm Mechanical is the first to announce she will be dancing in Stars of Byron, which returns on June 15. The Cancer Council fundraiser raised $8,386.60 in the Shire last year. Meanwhile, as part of her fundraising effort, Elsa is running dancing, singing and drama classes April 22 at St John’s Hall and a speed dating event April 28 at Club Mullum. For more info, email elsaf66@hotmail.com.au or see next week’s paper.

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North Byron Parklands will host a series of community workshops on Saturday and Sunday April 21 and 22 as part of its review process for permanent approval as a cultural event site in Yelgun. According to Parklands’ workshop facilitators, the sessions will ‘give residents and business owners in the Shire’s north, further opportunity to articulate the inherent values that characterise their unique locality’. To RSVP, email community@ northbyronparklands.com.au. Q Q Q Q

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Meanwhile the NSW Department of Planning and Environment (DoPE) confirmed with Backlash that there were 7,057 submissions in support and 118 objections to Parklands’ permanent approval request. Parklands’ management told Backlash they are sorting

New art adorns the Cube gallery in the recently refurbished Council chambers. Pictured is Brunswick Heads artist Alison Alcock with the cube her work will inhabit. Photo Jeff ‘Cubed But Not Square Since 1986’ Dawson

through the postcodes now to determine the locality of those who made submissions.

officials review two more proposed mergers of huge companies — AT&T with Time

Warner, and the Walt Disney Company with [Murdoch’s] 21st Century Fox.’

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What can possibly go wrong when governments allow massive corporations to merge and control markets? The world’s biggest concert promoter, Live Nation, who bought 51 per cent of the Splendour in The Grass festival in 2016, is now being investigated by the US Department of Justice (DoJ) after accusations of predatory behaviour. The New York Times says the DoJ is reviewing complaints Live Nation pressured venues into contracting with its subsidiary, Ticketmaster. According to the NYT story, the US complainants say when a corporation becomes too powerful, governments can, and should, step in to break them apart. It happened in 1911 when Standard Oil became too powerful. Currently, Apple has more cash than the US Treasury. Meanwhile, the NYT says, ‘The inquiries come as Justice

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