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From the Editor

If you’re a regular reader of this column, you’ll know that I’m fond of divining a connection between the stories in this magazine, even though some are submitted quite randomly and without prompting. The theme is rarely planned, but somewhat serendipitous. And it gives me a certain satisfaction while piecing the edition together to see those common threads that connect our diverse experiences.

This month, I kept returning to the idea of persistence (and in many ways, its cousin, resilience). In this edition, we read about the persistence of the Bangalow Theatre Company, a key player in our local arts community, and their committment to bring joy to the community through theatre. You can also read about one local woman’s persistence to achieve a personal goal despite physical and mental obstacles, a lesson in determination and self-belief for all of us (and some stunning scenery along the way!). And, of course, as we acknowledge, grieve, and process the anniversary of those devastating floods of 2022, we also read about those individuals and community collaborators who are still in full flight, attending to the emotional wellbeing and business of living of those still recovering from the devastation. There is information on free, family-oriented nature camps for the flood-affected, advice on rebuilding homes to withstand future weather events, and an offer for locals interested in free training in disaster preparedness to assist the community.

I am delighted with the variety of contributions sent in by our community for the March edition. From musical theatre to luxury bathhouses, from poultry auctions to action plans, there is surely something for everyone in these pages! If not, let me know if there’s a story you’d like to tell...

Sally Schofield

We acknowledge the original storytellers of the land on which we live and work, the Arakwal people of the Bundjalung Nation.

Editor: Sally Schofield editor@bangalowherald.com.au

Advertising: Pippa Vickery advertising@bangalowherald.com.au

What’s On: Jenny Bird whatson@bangalowherald.com.au

Design: GEEBEE design

Cover image: Lyn McCarthy Niche Pictures facebook.com/thebangalowherald bangalowherald.com.au

Contributors: Annie Abbink, Carolyn Adams, Bangalow Medical Centre, Jenny Bird, Dave Eastwell, Simon Field, Carole Gamble, Airdre Grant, Lyn Hand, Murray Hand, Tony Hart, Digby Hildreth, Ian Holmes, Sasha Mainsbridge, Glenda McKenzie, Christobel Munson, Greg Nash, Tanya Pearson, Angela Saurine, Sally Schofield, Marin Simpson, Sarah Tucker, Joanna Wilkinson.

Accounts: Neville Maloney Printed by Lismore City Printery