Byron Shire Echo – Issue 31.22 – 09/11/2016

THE BYRON SHIRE Volume 31 #22 Wednesday, November 9, 2016

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Let’s examine Council operations and financials! – p4, 5

All you need to know about climate change – from p14

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Suffolk Park sportsfield to be auctioned for housing lots by Baird government Hans Lovejoy

Byron Ballet will celebrate its tenth birthday with a Shakespeare production of Midsummer Night’s Dream, on what, incidentally is the playwright’s 400th anniversary. Pictured are guest professional dancers, who are joining Byron Ballet’s local cast for the family-friendly show. From left is Michael Braun (as Oberon), Saki Tanaka (as Hippolyta), Monique Jose-Martella (as Hermia but in costume as Titania) and Sean Williams (as Lysander but in costume as Bottom). Four shows will run from November 11 till 13 and will be held at the Byron Community Centre. For tickets and performance times visit www.byroncentre.com.au. Photo Jeff Dawson

Whale throws up, govt alerted Local man Paul Finnegan says he couldn’t believe his luck after finding a very rare and valuable wax-like substance that was secreted from the intestines of a sperm whale on a local beach last Wednesday.

It’s called ambergris and is used in perfume manufacture, yet is unlawful to keep despite there being no effect on the whale.

‘I’m told it’s illegal to own or sell,’ he told The Echo, and added that National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have asked him to drop it in to their offices. ‘It feels unaccountable to do that,’ he says. ‘I’d like to

know where it will end up, as it has commercial value. Personally I would love to see the money from this used for whale research or given to Sea Shepherd. There’s no guarantee of what will happen with it if I give it to a government department.’

Mr Finnegan says he will further investigate the legalities around the find.

Possession and movement of ambergris is defined under Part 13A of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.

Q NPWS was contacted regarding this story.

Ambergris the size of a football was recently found on a Byron Shire beach. Photo contributed

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It’s unclear whether the NSW Liberal/National government or bureaucrats are behind the push to develop the park into approximately 34 residential lots.

Last Friday The Echo asked education minister Adrian Piccoli’s office if he would reconsider the decision, but a spokesperson from the department replied instead.

The department’s spokesperson told The Echo the land is ‘surplus to their requirements’ and that cash will

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The community battling to retain the only sport recreation ground in Baywood Chase has been given a small glimpse of good news with the minister responsible for the sell-off indicating he will consider the issue further.

Residents were quick to mobilise over plans to auction the three hectare (7.41 acres) park on Beech Drive, Suffolk Park – a protest at the park is planned for Wednesday November 16 from 5.30pm.

A social media campaign has started and a change.org petition had more than 1,800 signatures as of Tuesday.

The auction of education department-owned land by Sydney-based realtor CI is planned for Tuesday November 29 at 12pm. It comes without any community consultation.

go towards school infrastructure and maintenance across the Ballina electorate. This is despite the NSW government having a surplus of more than $16 billion, which it has attained in large part from public asset sales.

Locally based NSW Nationals Party MLC Franklin says he is strongly opposed to the sale and told The Echo he met with education minister and deputy Nationals leader Adrian Piccoli on Tuesday morning.

As a result, Mr Franklin says Mr Piccoli gave a commitment ‘to consider the issue further.’

Remarkably, the land is being offered on the assumption it will be rezoned from education use to residential, which would push up the value.

And while the state government have offered to sell the land to Council, staff say a residential rezoned purchase price is considered to be ‘outside Council financial capacity to enter into negotiations’.

But councillors are unanimous in the push to halt the sale while staff seek an ‘independent valuation of the land’ on the basis of its existing use, a general community use/ sportsfield, or RE1 zone.

If accepted, Council are asking that report ‘be brought before Council to further advance securing this essential asset for the community’.

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Place it all in a bag, tie it up and put it in your recycling bin.

NO NEED TO WASH

String, rope and electrical cable can become tangled around the MRF machinery, hindering the recycling process. Please do not place these items in your recycling bin.

Recyclable containers need to be empty and free of food but they don’t need to be washed. Save time and elbow grease.

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Clean, white polystyrene can now be placed in your recycling bin. Put it in a plastic bag and tie it up. Please no bean bag beans.

NO STRINGS ATTACHED

Pyrex, drinking glasses, crockery and window glass are now accepted in your recycling bin along with glass bottles and jars. No windscreens please.

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Place recyclables into the bin loose not stacked inside one another or in plastic bags. (This excludes polystyrene and soft plastics.)

You can place all hard plastics in your recycling bin regardless of whether they display the triangle or not. This includes plastic tableware, toys and plant pots.

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GRAB A SATCHEL NO FOOD PLEASE Grab a Resource Recovery Collection Satchel for household batteries, reading glasses, corks, X-rays, CDs and DVDs, mobile phones and accessories, printer cartridges, small electronics, electrical cords and smoke alarms.

Food and food-spoiled paper and cardboard items such as pizza boxes and paper towel do not belong in your recycling bin. Please put these items in your green organics bin.

PUT A LID ON IT

You can now leave the lids on all your recyclables.

Put the lids back on your plastic bottles and containers, glass jars and bottles (including twist tops) and put them in your recycling bin.

EVERY LITTLE BIT COUNTS

Place all small plastics such as bread tags and straws in an empty milk bottle, put the lid on and place in your recycling bin. They are too small for the MRF machinery to remove on their own but are still a valuable resource.

For more information contact the Resource Recovery Hotline on 1300 652 625 or visit the Byron Shire Council website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/waste 2 November 9, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

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Local News Affordable housing rally An affordable-housing rally is planned for Saturday November 12 from 10am.

Everyone is invited to meet in the park outside Byron Council Chambers in Mullumbimby before marching through town (on the footpaths!) to the Ex-Services Club on Dalley Street.

From 11am till 4pm organisers say there will be discussions and action groups formed to discuss how to implement solutions. Solutions to be explored include community land trusts, rental co-ops, tenancy syndicates, a tenancy union, clear regulations on holiday letting/Air BnB, a residential tiny-home park and more.

All that glitters is wearable

Biz awards open Nominations are now open to all businesses across the Shire for the Byron Bay Chamber of Commerce’s best business awards.

The categories are best boss, employee, customer experience and people’s choice for best business.

Awards will be presented

at the chamber’s Christmas party at the Byron Bay public pool on November 24, 2016.

Entries close November 18. To enter, visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/239TGZ8.

To book for the Christmas party, contact Leah at the chamber on 0438 440 543 or visit www.byronunited.org.au.

Hentry’s tune scores fest gig Bangalow’s Matty Hentry has taken out the Mullum Music Festival’s Play Mullum competition for the best break-up song. Chosen by managing

editor of Rhythms Magazine Catherine Britt, his track The Best That They Could Do wins Matt a slot at the ninth Mullum Music Festival.

An audience of around 1,300 experienced this year’s magical Wearable Arts creative fashion extravaganza, a yearly production by Shearwater students. This year’s theme was Cloud Forest, and wouldn’t be possible without a dedicated support crew of mums, dads, siblings and school staff. Pictured is Aysha Ndiaye with one of the designs, Sister Tree, Superhero.

Photo Jeff Dawson

Battle is on to retain Suffolk Park sportsfield continued from page 1 owned land ‘with significant community infrastructure investment including tennis courts, a skate park, shaded playground and shelters’.

The report argued the appropriate rezoning of the land is RE1 zoning (public recreation), ‘and on that basis, valuation should be made.’ Such rezoning, staff say, has potential for ‘Council to consider

purchase from the state [government] utilising funds from Suffolk Park s94 account.’

Soccer club use Suffolk Park Football Club (SPFC) president Chris Lonergan told The Echo there are three divisions of soccer being played on the field: women’s, men’s and kids’.

‘Last year all of our teams got in to the grand finals,’ he

says. ‘The football federation of NSW asked us to be in the premier league, but a requirement is change rooms. We only have a toilet block.’

He says the field is not just used for the soccer club.

‘It’s the only large area in Suffolk Park and is used daily.

If it becomes residential, it won’t be as safe for the kids at the skate park as there will be houses built around.’

Politicians opposed Local MPs Tamara Smith (NSW Greens) and Justine Elliot (federal Labor) have spoken against the sale, as has NSW Labor MLC Walt Secord.

Q Facebook campaign is ‘Save

Suffolk Park’s village green’.

The change.org petition is at http://bit.ly/2eDrNoH.

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When Maria Malta came from Brazil as a hippy in 1989 and opened her shop Life of Byron, she dreamed of sitting in her shop with her dog and reading all day.

Instead, she says, ‘I ended up working really hard’. Back then rents were $1,200 per month and hers was one of the first gift shops in Byron.

‘It’s always been a very colourful shop, very Byron, with an older, sort of off-beat kind of fashion, as I’m an old hippy myself. More creative than the normal run-of-themill sort of thing.’

But with rents now ten times more expensive, it’s

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Maria Malta is retiring from the bustle of Byron retail life. Photo Michael Balson

very hard to sell things at a reasonable price.

‘The franchises are the ones that survive’, says Maria,

‘That’s why the world belongs to the franchises, unless you manufacture your own clothes using Balinese labour.’

Maria was inspired to come to Byron after a friend told her the place had ‘hippies and nature’.

‘That was enough for me,’ she says. ‘I came here directly from Rio, without having ever seen the place, as I knew hippies don’t go to

places that are ugly.

‘When Cornell opened the pub, the whole focus of the town became the sea. Before that, it was a quiet little town where people circulated around, but after that, to survive, I no longer just sat in the shop with a dog, reading a book; I had to pay key money and really start to work.

‘Paid parking has made it easy for locals to park but, combined with high rents, it’s been the death knell for my business.’

And her future plans?

‘I’m going to look at the universe’. Life of Byron’s closing-down sale will start on December 1 and last until even the fittings are sold.

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A peek inside a local business with The top job in Council is Byron Shire held by general manager (GM) Current net position Council finances Ken Gainger. reflects the amount required The GM is the highest-lev- Total revenue last financial year (including rates, holiday to fund depreciation).’ and structure el executive and is responsiparks etc): $77,129,399.

Staff employed (full time Hans Lovejoy & Jack Davison

Have you ever wondered what happens under the hood of Byron Shire Council? Who does what and with how much?

Well wonder no longer, as The Echo – with Councils’ help of course – have attempted to simplify the inner workings of your local government by breaking down each department structurally and financially.

The figures provided by the financial services department are actual financial outcomes from the last financial year, up to June 30, 2016.

It should be noted that wages across all departments are based on award rates of pay reflecting legislative requirements.

ble for all four major departments and 258 staff.

There are 15 staff within Mr Gainger’s own department, which are people and culture, customer service, organisation development and communications. The people and culture department looks after recruitment, payroll, training, health and injury management and workforce capability.

No revenue.

Expenditure: $1,445,694

Corporate/ Community Services

General manager

Director Mark Arnold presides over 51 staff and eight departments – they are listed as follows.

Total revenue: $26,062,877 Total expenses: $11,440,057

GM Ken Gainger. Photo David Hancock

This department manages Council’s internal audits, budgets, loans, investments, accounts and rates.

Operating revenue is derived from fees and charges associated with conveyancing fees and unrecovered debts.

Revenue: $140,355.

Expenditure: $1,294,062

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Councillor Services

bimby and Brunswick Heads.

Also includes the mobile library service.

Revenue: $89,995 Expenditure: $1,708,860

This department administers councillor fees, telecommunications, information technology, professional development and regional contributions to NOROC, Far North Coast County Council, NEWLOG and Arts Northern Rivers.

No operating revenue Expenditure:$556,244 [includes other fees mentioned on the Budget Program].

Governance Services This department manages Council meetings, agendas, integrated planning and reporting, procurement, risk management, leasing and licensing. Legal services also falls under this department.

Revenue: $39,119 Expenditure: $2,451,642

Information Services

• Accounting and Tax • Business Advice • Financial Planning • Superannuation • Finance • Insurance • Cash Flow Management

We provide a range of accounting services such as filing tax returns, business tax planning and financial planning for retirement.

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Supervision and Administration This department oversees the other 15 departments.

No revenue Expenditure: $1,154,513

Asset Management Planning

Community Development

This department develops Council assets and vacant lands and manages new projects such as the Shara Boulevard Sport Fields and the Butler Street bypass.

No revenue Expenditure: $128,865

Community development includes services for youth, the aged, social inclusion, Indigenous projects, hall committees and community donations.

Revenue: $259,643 Expenditure: $1,245,672

Children’s Services – Other Tracy Simpson Managing Director

Director Phil Holloway is responsible for 16 departments which employ 131 people – they are listed as follows.

Total revenue: $22,579,198 Total expenditure: $26,632,220

This department provides strategic planning and management of the Shire’s infrastructure.

No revenue Expenditure: $568,532

Management and maintenance of the Sandhills Childcare Centre in Byron Bay. Revenue: $1,352,363 Expenditure: $1,247,541

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Infrastructure Services

This department supports the organisation with information and technology requirements, e-services, records management, systems improvement and website.

Revenue: $12,876 Expenditure: $2,587,745

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Total expenditure last financial year: $63,578,118 (Note from staff: ‘The $13.5 million difference between revenue and expenditure

This department manages after-school and holiday care.

Revenue: $384,775 Expenditure: $348,291

Public Libraries Manages the Shire’s three libraries: Byron Bay, Mullum-

Projects & Commercial Development

Emergency Services & Floods This department funds and supports Rural Fire Services, town fire brigades and local SES facilities, plus flood management studies. Its revenue is derived from state government funding.

Revenue: $257,985 Expenditure: $537,905.

Depot and Fleet Management From fleet vehicles for staff to heavy roadwork machinery and garden maintenance tools, this department manages all the machines that keep Council operational.

Don’t let the exterior fool you, here is where the magic happens.

Revenue: $536,362 Expenditure: $-574,829 [Staff note: ‘This is the cost for plant hire. Plant council own is charged to the various jobs (departments). This amount is then used to help replace plant as required’].

Local Roads & Drainage The team that fixes potholes and maintains drains.

Its revenue is derived from grants, pay parking, stormwater fees and private works.

Roads are also funded from the Capital Works budget.

Revenue: $2,495,050 Expenditure: $4,514,837

Roads & Maritime Services (RMS) Road renewals funded

by RMS under the Regional Roads and Natural Disaster programs. The Natural Disaster funding in 2015/16 was for the landslips. Revenue from Roads and Maritime Services comes under the Regional Roads program and Natural Disaster funding for landslip works.

Revenue: $4,961,379 Expenditure: $4,789,326

Quarries The Myocum quarry supplies raw materials for Council infrastructure projects.

Revenue: $572,325 Expenditure: $428,629

Open Space & Recreation This team keeps parks and sportsfields mowed, weeded and maintained, and cleans park furniture, playgrounds and toilets. They also look after the Tyagarah Aerodrome, cemeteries and Bush Regeneration Teams.

Revenue: $925,709 Expenditure: $3,805,635

Cavanbah Centre Management and maintenance of the Cavanbah Centre on Ewingsdale Road.

Revenue: $338,378

Expenditure: $669,853

Waste & Recycling Services Management and operation of the Myocum landfill and recycling centre, weekly kerbside collection, town bins and education.

Revenue: $7,365,049 Expenditure: $5,542,344

First Sun Holiday Park Management and maintenance of the First Sun Holiday Park in Byron Bay. Revenue: $3,163,486, Expenditure: $1,369,455

Suffolk Holiday Park Management and maintenance of the Suffolk Beachfront Holiday Park.

Revenue: $986,993 Expenditure: $658,322

Facilities Management Oversees Council-owned swimming pools, administration building and cleaning and maintenance of public toilets.

Maintenance and lease arrangements on buildings such as Byron Bay tennis courts, Old Station Master’s Cottage Byron Bay, Bangalow Community Children’s Centre, Ocean Shores (Billinudgel) and Lily Pilly Community Pre-school and Mullumbimby Neighbourhood Centre.

Revenue: $976,481 Expenditure: $3,038,833

Water Fund Supplies and maintains reticulated water to residential and commercial properties as well as Council-managed/ owned lands and infrastructure. Water utility Rous Water supplies the majority of this water to Council from Rocky Creek Dam. Mullumbimby has its own water supply from Laverty’s Gap Weir. Revenue from water rates contributes to revenue.

Revenue: $8,909,963 Expenditure: $5,838,643

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Sewerage Fund This team manages the shire’s sewage treatment plants, which are located at Byron, Bangalow, Ocean Shores and Brunswick Valley (Vallances Road). Additionally they maintain 80 pump stations and 252 kilometres of sewerage reticulation pipelines throughout the Shire.

On top of that, they maintain an urban and rural reuse scheme, two wetlands, one bamboo farm, an irrigation scheme and provide 5,000 cubic metres of biosolids per year. Its revenue is derived from sewerage rates.

Revenue: $14,772,462 Expenditure: $10,175,117

Sustainable Environment & Economy Director Shannon Burt is responsible for 45 staff and four departments – they are listed as follows.

Total revenue: $4,804,900 Total expenditure: $8,046,387

Oversight: how Council’s finances are independently assessed To ensure transparency and accountability, all councils are required to employ external accountants to provide independent audits. Byron Shire uses Lismore-based accountants Thomas Noble Russell.

Additionally Council is internally audited. The Internal Audit Advisory Committee meets every quarter and

comprises Council and community members. Representing Council are Crs Basil Cameron and Alan Hunter and executive staff Mark Arnold, Phil Holloway and finance manager James Brickley.

Community members are chairperson Michael Georghiou (partner with Hanrick Curran, a Brisbane-

based accountancy), Craig Kelly, Tony McCabe and external auditor Kevin Franey (Thomas Noble Russell).

From the minutes of the most recent meeting, October 25, a motion was passed to exhibit the ‘Financial Statements and Auditor’s Report and call for public submissions on those documents…’

Economic Development egy, draft Rural Land Strat- pet registration and regulaStaff in this department support the economic development of the Shire, policy, tourism, identification of grant funding and external events support. They also led development of the Byron Bay Town Centre Masterplan. Revenue is derived from grants.

Revenue: $9,976 Expenditure: $526,905

Land & Natural Environment This department formulates strategic planning (eg LEP, DCPs, Low Carbon Strat-

egy), biodiversity, vegetation mapping, coastal planning, sustainability, Koala Connections. Its revenue is derived from grants and fees such as Section 149 (zoning) certificates and drainage diagrams.

Revenue: $475,008 Expenditure: $1,653,295

Environment & Compliance Services Compliance staff inspect dwellings and commercial operations, for example pools, health, environment and fire safety. Also includes

tion of parking and pets.

Revenue: $1,855,821 Expenditure: $1,717,906

Development & Certification This department determines development applications (DAs), footpath dining, building and compliance certification. Its revenue is derived from fees and charges.

Rvenue: $2,464,095, Expenditure: $3,610,812

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The second annual ‘Grow Your Own Lunchbox’ challenge, held on Friday November 4 at the Mullumbimby Farmers Market saw seven local primary schools participate for prizes with their home-grown produce.

Wilsons Creek Public School scooped top prize for the ‘best main in lunchbox’ with a delicious spinach and herb quiche.

It’s an initiative of the farmers market and is aimed at ‘encouraging, supporting and celebrating local school kitchen gardens.’

Garden grown Publicist for the event, Kate O’Neill, said the schools brought a basket of produce from their school garden and created their lunch using those ingredients.

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‘The market awarded $250 to each category winner, giving away a total of almost $3,000 in prizes, which will go toward supporting the participating schools’ kitchen garden programs. Judges were Di Wilson of Pickle Chicks, Rod Bruin of Summit Organics, David Forrest of Organic Forrest and Allie Godfrey market manager. The event was compered by Lissie Turner.’

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Short documentaries screen on the wildlife trade, November 15 where we can all make a difference.

‘We have become so Asia centric’ she says when referring to our western approach to blaming the suppliers rather than the consumers.

‘Some of the biggest consumers of wildlife are us, whether as fashion or food or medicine – so much is made from wildlife-derived parts.’

Mandy Nolan

Jennifer Croes is an inspiration. Back in 2005 she left a successful high-flying job in the corporate world to fight the global wildlife trade.

Croes retrained as a conservation scientist and is working around the world raising awareness with consumers and poachers to bring a halt to this illegal but highly lucrative industry.

‘I was working as a management consultant at a global consulting firm and decided that it didn’t suit where I wanted to be and my real passion was to make a difference in the world.

‘So I sold up everything and went to the Amazon basin in Bolivia and started rescuing and being part of the rehabilitation of animals that were part of the wildlife trade market.’

It was her skills from the corporate world that gave her a point of difference as an en-

A fundraising event to assist Sumatra’s anti-poaching/ wildlife crime patrol unit will feature Jungle Jen in a Q&A with Mandy Nolan. Jen will present three short documentaries and explain some of the work she has been doing. The films are Kopi Luwak (Civet Cat Coffee), Reptile Skin Trade – From Slither to Style, and Exotic Pet Trade – Not another Dodo? The event will be held at the Brunswick Picture House on Tuesday November 15 from 7pm. Tickets are online at www.brunswickpicturehouse.com.

vironmental activist.

‘I used all those amazing skills I had as a consultant working with big NGOs trying to make a difference.

‘My particular skill set is around bridging that gap and I retrained as a conservation scientist in London.

I felt that was important to have that clout. It’s not just a passion. I wanted to be taken seriously.

‘My thesis was on wildlife trade; that is what spurred this trajectory that I am on…’

‘Jungle Jen’ believes that the wildlife trade is an issue

Mindful of ethics ‘It goes back to our everyday living,’ she says. ‘We need to know where stuff comes from. To be mindful of the ethics and welfare in production of our food, or in our fashion.

‘My biggest passion and drive is to get people to reconnect with the natural world, to bring to light these massive conservation challenges and making it approachable and understandable, and for people to get back outside, look at trees, look at nature, make conscious purchasing decisions.’

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‘Dangerous doof’ shut down in National Park It took until 7.45am on Sunday (November 6) for police, council rangers and NPWS to finally break up an illegal dance party at Tallow Beach, Byron Bay, that had been raging all night.

Police say, ‘approximately 200 people were still present from the previous night when about 400 persons were in attendance.’

The party was immedi-

ately shut down and musical equipment seized, say police.

‘All persons moved on from the area and a small number of fires were extinguished by National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS).’

Environmentally significant site Byron Bay environmentalist and ecologist Dailan Pugh

says they have become regular events.

‘Hundreds of people (some say over a thousand) lit fires and twirled fire sticks in the middle of a total fire ban, dancing the night away to blaring music at one of Byron Shire’s most environmentally significant sites.

‘Rainbow Bee-eaters and Striated Pardalotes have dug nesting tunnels into the face

of the dunes around the estuary, a precarious place to raise their young at the best of times. The parks service tried to protect some by erecting a fence and putting up signs,’ he said.

‘Undeterred, people trampled the dunes. I wonder how many babies were entombed.

‘Animals of all sorts would have been scared out of their wits and fled the scene,’ he said.

Energy start-up switches on its 1,000th customer Northern rivers-based community-owned renewable energy retailer Enova Energy welcomed its one thousandth customer – Terri Nicholson – last week.

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A shark-spotting program has been set up on its first site – Cosy Corner, at Tallow Beach.

At the launch on Friday, Byron mayor Simon Richardson said his council supported non-lethal measures, and Council would provide $11,000 for the first site.

The money is going towards the purchase of a drone, sun shelter and a solar panel to power a computer that analyses pictures from the drone.

The spotting program is being run by Shark Watch, a community group which uses volunteers and a drone to scan the sea near surfers and swimmers at beaches for any shark activity.

If sharks are spotted, the group uses an agreed alert system to warn people in the

Jan Gilbert, sitting, and Andrew Nieuwenhof of Shark Watch NSW, with Mayor Simon Richardson at Friday’s launch at Tallow Beach. Photo Jeff Dawson

area that sharks are present, so that surfers and swimmers can leave the water.

Mayor Richardson said there was in-principle support from the Department of Primary Industries–Fisheries for the community initiative.

He said, ‘We’re keen to see Shark Watch become part of

the NSW shark management strategy and would love to have a few beaches up and going by Christmas.’

Location of the Shark Watch spotters will move around beaches within Byron Shire dependent on sea and wind conditions.

And while Byron Shire

Council recently rejected an offer from the state government to have shark nets, neighbouring Ballina Shire Council is taking up the offer.

Residents gathered in Ballina on Saturday calling for shark nets.

Co-organiser Don Munro, who is president of the Le-Ba Boardriders Association, says what is required is a balanced approach to both human safety and marine conservation.

He told The Echo that shark nets were the only proven way to reduce shark encounters, and although there was an average of 2.3 animals that died each year per beach netted, ‘we won’t put animals above human life.’

‘The nets will have whale alarms and dolphin pingers, and acoustic sounding devices sending a message when an animal is entangled.

Rate rise Q&A with council staff Hans Lovejoy

You can’t escape the message – Council are looking for feedback on a very substantial rate rise to pay for infrastructure, mainly roads.

The following questions were answered by director of corporate and community services, Mark Arnold.

Also, for those who wish to fill out a fourth option – ie no rate rise and not be fit for the future – you will have to find the longer printed version of the survey for that, or go online. The short printed survey only presents three options.

Q Given this is a substantial rate rise, even for four years, why was this not identified earlier by Council’s finance managers? Does Council staff accept this should have been flagged earlier before it became such a large rate rise imposition?

‘Council applied for a special rate variation in 2011/12 and was not knocked back.

‘For the past four years Council has looked internally for efficiencies and procurement savings, retiring debt, improving investments, rationalisation of underperforming assets and generating new recurrent revenue streams such as pay parking.

‘Wherever possible, Council has tried to minimise the need for a special rate variation and looked at how it operates first, to generate additional funds to invest in ageing infrastructure.

‘While we will continue to focus on the operations, the potential need for a special rate variation was identified four years ago within our delivery program. It was also part of our Council Improvement Program when submitted mid-2015 to remain Fit for the Future. To stop infrastructure deteriorating further, we now need to consider a special rate variation.’

Q What are the possibilities of differential rates applying to holiday lets, for example? Under the soon-tobe-adopted short-term rental accommodation (STRA) policy, holiday let properties meeting certain criteria will be required to apply for a DA. This will move many residential properties that holiday let to a presumably commercial rate, which will increase revenue.

Introducing new rating categories may not necessarily increase the overall revenue raised from rates, Mr Arnold said.

‘We need to get on with addressing the infrastructure backlog now and not let it deteriorate further.

‘The availability of new rating categories has the potential to allow Council to reassess the distribution of the rates across the rating categories. It would not raise the additional revenue needed to fund our ageing infrastructure backlog.

But as a part of the proposed special rate variation, we will be looking at the current rat-

ing structure and the amount of revenue raised from each rating category to see where a more equitable outcome could be achieved.

‘At this stage there is no mechanism in place to allow local councils to apply a different rate for holiday lets.

‘The Office of Local Government (OLG) is currently undertaking a review of the rating categories and this may open up the ability for councils to have additional land-rating categories, such as holiday letting.

‘However, this review won’t be in effect until July 2018.’

Mr Arnold also said that the Independent Local Government Review Panel had flagged that the Financial Assistance Grants (FAG) program needed to be reviewed.

‘This is yet to be done.’

‘Owing to to Byron Shire having high land values, we receive less state government funding support than our neighbouring councils. Yet the high impact from visitors and the need to supply additional maintenance and infrastructure is not recognised.

‘This needs to change and Council will continue to lobby on this key issue,’ he said.

Q According to the 2013 T-Corp (NSW Treasury) report Byron Shire Council Financial Assessment, Sustainability and Benchmarking Report, Council’s liquidity ratios were above the benchmark. The report’s conclusion reads: ‘Council has sig-

nificant cash and investment reserves. The expenditure of part of these reserves would better enable asset renewal and maintenance’. Is this correct and if so has this been a consideration?

Council had actively taken on board the T-Corp 2013 report and was releasing reserves for infrastructure works.

‘Over the past four years we have collected on average $2.37 million from developer contributions (section 94 funds) and spent $2.2 million.’

‘Expenditure peaked in 2015/16 at about $3.36 million and will be eclipsed by a predicted $10.7 million in 2016/17.’

Releasing the reserves was helping to part fund such projects as the Shara Boulevard Sportfields, Suffolk Park Community Hall upgrade, Ewingsdale Rd/Sunrise Boulevard Roundabout, Lawson/ Massinger Street in Byron Bay and the Main Arm Road/ Blindmouth causeway upgrade. Mr Arnold also noted that part of the Special Rate Variation proposal was to borrow an additional $6 million over three years to fund infrastructure renewal works.

‘While we are actively spending the reserves on the priority works program, we cannot use these funds for maintenance works.

‘The developer contributions need to be spent on new infrastructure as per the Section 94 Developer Contribution Plan,’ he said.

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Equity versus profit If you pay rates in Byron Shire you will know by now that Council wants to extract more from you. A Special Rate Variation (SRV) is due to be decided in February next year and the options being canvassed are increases of 7.5 per cent, 10 per cent or 12.5 per cent, per year, for four years.

An option for a zero per cent increase is not on the table.

If like this writer you are a pensioner on a fixed income, you might feel aggrieved that you are being asked to subsidise the public costs of the private tourist trade. You haven’t rented out your granny flat for thousands of dollars, you haven’t increased the traffic on our fragile roads, you don’t live in Sydney or Melbourne with investment properties funnelling funds out of the Shire.

It costs a lot to provide infrastructure for so many visitors, and that cost falls disproportionately on residential ratepayers even without the distortions caused by unregulated holiday letting.

For example, Byron Bay commercial ratepayers pay approximately twice the rates of residents, whereas in Ballina they pay three times and in Lismore four times as much.

This might sound like a cue for Council bashing. It isn’t.

Our council has performed very well in holding down costs, refinancing loans and hitting all the performance targets required to avoid being amalgamated with another shire under the state government’s Fit for the Future boondoggle.

But despite the qualified revenue-raising success of paid parking in the Bay, income is insufficient for our needs.

According to surveys, repairing the roads is our number one priority, and it will surprise no-one that of the 501 kilometres of sealed roads in the Shire, three-quarters are in fair (35 per cent) to poor (42 per cent) condition. According to Council, repairing the roads properly requires the biggest of the rate hikes proposed, which over four years works out at a 60.2 per cent increase.

The state government herds tourists here by the million and refuses to take responsibility for the infrastructure damage this entails, while most of the money spent by those tourists goes to sly accommodation providers. Until these two problems are solved the burden of fixing everything falls on Shire residents.

Putting us in line with our neighbours on business rates would help a little, but making the holiday rent merchants pay those business rates is essential.

David Lovejoy

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here must surely be more to the government’s latest assault on the boat people than simply crude wedge politics and gratuitous cruelty; but if there is, the prime minister is not saying – at least not yet.

This, of course, is part of a longstanding tradition. When and where asylum seekers are concerned, nothing is to be revealed unless it is absolutely necessary, and not always then.

But Malcolm Turnbull’s announcement last week that anyone seeking to arrive to Australia by boat after July 2013 is now to be banned from our fair shores always and forever seems more than usually puzzling. The boats stopped two years ago. So the new move is not only sadistic: the image of a jackboot trampling on the faces of the already defeated and helpless is hard to avoid. It is also, as Bill Shorten equivocally avers, ridiculous; and worse, it is almost certainly unworkable.

For starters, it is undeniably retrospective; the penalty is to apply to an offence (which refugee advocate Julian Burnside acerbically defines as not being drowned at sea) which took place years ago. Real conservatives would reject Turnbull’s proposed legislation for that reason alone. But, as always, they are ready with excuses: it will enhance national security (How? Why? Well, time to move on). So once again, the end justifies the means.

And we are assured there is an end – a political fix which will shut down the debate and sweep the sorry saga out of history. The idea, we are told by the usual leaks from reliable government sources, is that Turnbull and that wily negotiator Peter Dutton have finally come close to a deal to remove some of the asylum seekers from Manus Island and Nauru.

The probable suspects are the

United States and Canada. New Zealand has already been ruled out as too pleasant and too close, and moreover its principled prime minister, John Keys, has said that it would be intolerable for Kiwi residents to discriminate between those who could and those who could not access tourist entry to Australia. It may be problematic to impose the same restriction on other countries; but even if it is practicable, it is highly unlikely that all the detainees will be considered eligible, or for that matter willing, to be transferred in the arbitrary fashion suggested.

Which will still leave the government with its intractable

secution and brutality, leading to suicide and despair and the destruction of innocent men, women and children; they are mere sideshows. The real fear for the future for Australia is the redemption of their much awarded and well remunerated cartoonist, Bill Leak.

He is the victim, the martyr; and no acre of newsprint may be left untouched until the totalitarian laws that dare criticise him are expunged forever.

On the issue of the offending (in the sense that it caused offence to some) cartoon depicting an Indigenous father unable to name his son, I follow Stan Grant.

The image of a jackboot trampling on the faces of the already defeated and helpless is hard to avoid.

by Mungo MacCallum problem: what does it do with genuine refugees, confirmed as such through its own stringent rules, who will remain confined against their will? The United Nations, of course, has already said that their plight is against international conventions ratified

by Australia, and that the punishment of refugees (which Turnbull and Dutton are determined to exacerbate through the new measures) is against the law; but, as Tony Abbott once famously declared, we are sick of being lectured by the United Nations.

We say what we’re doing is okay, black is white, and that is the end of it. And if those bleeding hearts in the Labor Party object, so much the better; Pauline Hanson has applauded, and so will the shock jocks.

And so, unsurprisingly, do the conservative elitists of The Australian, who have their own concerns about human rights abuses. They do not mean per-

The drawing was not very funny (indeed, I have found Leak’s work increasingly unfunny and rightist polemic ever since he gave up the grog, which may or may not be a coincidence) but it should not be banned.

However, it is hardly serious; the claim of offence has to be investigated by the Human Rights Commission under 18c of the Racial Discrimination Act, but Leak has an ironclad defence under 18d. He, unlike the prisoners on Nauru and Manus, can sleep soundly.

The act has seldom been invoked and almost never demanded censure, let alone penalty; the problem with the widely publicised case of Andrew Bolt, which The Australian steadfastly ignores, was not that his criticism of what he called white-skinned Aboriginals was offensive; it was demonstrably untrue.

The point about the Racial Discrimination Act is that it

allows people to be offensive, or even (as George Brandis insists) bigots: but they must have to a sound reason to do so in good faith, as is the case with the defamation laws. Simply screaming racial abuse in public is equivalent to the common example of shouting ‘fire!’ in a crowded cinema.

But this is apparently what the comfortable zealots of The Australian want: the total abolition of section 18c or, if they can’t have that, its diminution to the point of becoming meaningless. And by a happy juxtaposition of obsessions, the hated Gillian Trigg is the Commissioner of the Human Rights Commission, and charged with examining the lot of the asylum seekers the government and The Australian prefer to ignore, so with any luck she can be despatched along with 18c.

For some, this febrile campaign is actually an attack on human rights, on the arbitrary abuse of power by the forces of government over the detainees of Nauru and Manus, and an attempt to limit its excesses through the Racial Discrimination Act. But of course that is just political correctness, the nanny state. What is important is to allow the grandees of the Murdoch oligarchy to do and say anything they like, and bugger the rest of us. Any restrictions threaten the fabric of society – or News Corporation, which is actually the same thing.

The most worrying aspect of it all is that it appears not merely the government’s right-wing rump, but the prime minister himself, is being forced to listen to them.

And that is the real danger which will undermine the essential unity and decency of the nation.

Paranoia about boat people is absurd, but the rise of manufactured, demagogic outrage about fundamental protections in the polity can be very real.

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Mullum icon On Saturday 29/10/2016 the Mullumbimby Hospital Auxiliary conducted a monster garage sale which saw the disposal of all obsolete equipment from our Mullumbimby Hospital.

Our community rallied for this event and exceeded our expectations. To date we have raised in excess of $6,000, and these funds will be used to purchase equipment for Byron Central Hospital.

The Auxiliary was ably assisted by members of the Chamber of Commerce, the Show Society Trust, Mullumbimby Removalists, Paul Farmer (maintenance supervisor for our new hospital), Tony Beashel and Susie Malady (local health district reps).

Dr Michael Pelmore was on hand to answer questions in relation to the hospital site now that the building has

been decommissioned and he reported how the wishes of the community still strongly favoured aged-care facilities and affordable housing.

The Mullumbimby Hospital Auxiliary will continue to work on behalf of our new Byron Central Hospital to raise monies to purchase extra equipment and we look forward to your continued support.

Debbie Butler Hon President, Mullumbimby Hospital Auxiliary

Sexting and the law My last letter, on fluoride in drinking water, attracted personal attacks by a BayFM announcer, seemingly intent on destroying freedom of opinion regardless of his own manifold failings. Despicable!

This letter, less contentious, warns of the dangers

of those under 16, currently the age of consent, engaging in sexual activity, including sexting, as it is clearly a crime, and, if detected and prosecuted, almost without exception will result in one or more of those involved becoming a Registered Sex Offender, with all that entails, for at least seven years.

So to all those who regard sexual activity by people under the age of consent as fitting, cute, charming or innocent, think again – your child could be left nearunemployable with onerous obligations, obliging them to report their siblings as people who live with them, etc, for a long time.

The Australian Law Reform Commission and the Law Council have spoken out against the current regimes, but state governments have proved unresponsive, keen to

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I wish Shearwater would provide more transport to their school, especially when they have enormous events like the Wearable Arts: Cloud Forest. Clouds of pollution more like!

My house has been filled with fumes for the last two nights (and two more coming). I’ve had headaches and couldn’t sleep. The noise is annoying and the vibrations of the relentless speeding of cars affect my nervous system.

Shearwater care beautifully for their immediate environment and hopefully that consciousness and responsibility will one day include the way to their school. And parents – do you need to drive there quite so often? Catching the bus and/or car sharing nurtures relationships with the whole community as well as the climate and our precious planet. May Rudolf stop turning in his grave and neighbours stop churning in their beds.

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The gas industry has former staff everywhere. And when the main determinant of the gas industry’s future profits is the decisions of today’s politicians, you can bet that no matter what the problem, someone will argue that the answer is gas.’

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structure. Developers have to pay a fee for infrastructure development when they build in people’s backyards. What has happened to all that collected money?

There was a report (around 2013) that the council holds significant amounts of investment reserves which could be used for asset renewal and infrastructure maintenance. It is believed there are amounts between $53 and $72 million.

Some of this money could be used for the improvement of roads and services for the whole community.

Please stop raising rates.

Another suggestion: maybe holiday lessors could pay extra or do they do that already?

Is that another source of cash for the council?

Opposite where I live the developers/residents had to build a new side road to their houses to have their DAs approved. No allowance was made for builder or visitor parking in that side street. So they park in front of my place along with cement trucks, gravel, wood and rock deliv-

Byron Bay Town Centre Masterplan Expression of Interest Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for a Leadership Team / Project Reference Group to guide the implementation of the Byron Bay Town Centre Masterplan.

Up to 15 community representatives will be selected by a direct appointment and/or EOI process to form the team. They will work together with the Mayor, Councillors and Staff to provide advice and direction on the delivery of the adopted BBTCMP actions.

For more information about the leadership team, the selection criteria and to submit an EOI visit Council’s website at www.yoursaybyronshire.com.au/byron-town-centremaster-plan.

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for those paying attention to the climate science, that battle has barely begun.

The Australia Institute recently commissioned a groundbreaking report into what are called ‘fugitive emissions’. The University of Melbourne research showed the measuring and reporting of unconventional gas emissions in Australia is flawed – ignoring major potential sources of methane leakage.

If the hidden emissions are similar to leakage rates being measured US gasfields, they could overwhelm any government plans to meet Paris emissions reductions commitments.

To grasp the enormity of

the issue, we need reminding of the scale of the dangerous unconventional gas experiment being undertaken in Queensland, and what it physically involves.

Coal seam gas is methane.

Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas. It is 86 times more damaging than CO2 over a 20-year period and still 28 times as bad when averaged over 100 years. Australian measurements of methane leakage don’t stack up against measurements taken in fracking fields in the US: So how is this possible?

Who is measuring Australia’s emissions?

The Australia Institute considers the CSIRO to be

a national, or even international, treasure with a hardwon reputation as a premier scientific institution. That’s why it’s so concerning to see budget cuts, combined with industry funding, undermining the independence of its research.

In the case of gas, our research revealed that the CSIRO’s gas research wing, GISERA, which gets $15 million from the gas industry, has executives from big gas companies on its research boards.

Science should be independent – in particular from an industry whose profits rely so heavily on these studies finding in their favour.

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ery trucks, visitors, airport carriers, huge vehicles bringing and taking scaffolding, and the occasional screaming motorbikes and P-platers that tear down the hill.

One night recently there was a blaring musical bus with flashing lights that stood outside my bedroom window for some time awaiting a load of party-goers from one of the very expensive nearby holiday rentals. It is almost impossible to back out of our driveways with safety. In pothole-ridden Ruskin Street parked vehicles make it a single-lane roadway.

The council should look to the future where more and more people will want to live and holiday in Byron. Cover the stormwater channels on either side of Ruskin Street between Massinger and Tennyson. Then widen the road and build a proper new road (no more useless patches).

This would allow for parking and movement up and down the road.

While there are huge plans for the Byron Bay Town Centre Masterplan it is important to maintain the assets that we have already. Some of that invested reserve could be used to fix the roads, footpaths and streetlights so that rates do not have to be raised.

Hilary Kerr Byron Bay

of a felony is go to Schatz/ Anderson and Associates website.

A website called Libertarian News states that there are one in twelve adult Americans with a felony conviction.

It works out to 20 million potential voters.

About 25 per cent of US adult African-American population has a felony, while 6.5 per cent of adult non-AfroAmerican voters has a felony.

These figures are from 2010.

The message coming out of the Land of the Free and Brave is if you want to keep your minorities in check you just arrest them so they can’t vote.

Should we push our government to get in touch with the Human Rights Commission to have an official inquiry on potential abuse of human rights?

B Hinchcliffe Mullumbimby

mentioned to him that I was heading to the doctors in the hope of seeing someone without an appointment, as I had a sore ear and was feeling a bit fuzzy. I was a little concerned that I may have a tick.

Before I left he asked if he could look at my ear as he could see I was a little stressed. He had that little sucker out within the blink of an eye. Well done, Jonathan!

You certainly have my ‘tick’ of approval.

Pam Mackellar Ocean Shores

US voting rights

Voting eligibility in Florida for USA elections: a. Have never been convicted of a felony (unless your civil rights have been restored). b. Have never been legally judged ineligible to vote, for either mental incapacitation or crime.

If you want to find out what the US interpretation

Refugees expected

I wonder if our brave politicians have started developing a strategy on how to deal with an influx of refugees from the US if Trump is elected. Will we send them all to Nauru or only the coloured ones? Will we refuse visas to the white Yankees for their lifetime?

Should we prepare our invasion of the US if an unsuitable president is elected?

Ron Bay Suffolk Park

Tick of approval

The award for going above and beyond the call of duty must surely go to Jonathan Clemens at ComputOs Pty Ltd at Ocean Shores. My computer died and I took it to him to look at. He had it ready exactly when he said it would be.

When I went to collect it, I

The Greeds

The Greens, once again, back greedy corporations over people. You voted for them.

Remember the election, when I said if you elected Richardson you’d get rate rises and the march to total illegal holiday letting by fat corporates would continue?

And here we are. A warning to people illegally letting supposed ‘granny flats’, and zero action on the fat cats who now have shut down entire streets and neighbourhoods, thanks to The Greens. You voted for them.

Richardson has four years of steady support for corporate power. Green? I call his party ‘The Greeds’. You voted for them.

Matt Hartley Byron Bay

The real problem

Dear Matthew Hartley (Letters, November 2), have you ever considered that your poor Council election results might be an indication of how the community feels about your rantings? Rather than abuse us why not reconsider both them and your way of communicating with us.

L Jenkins Byron Bay

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It’s all about the double bass S Sorrensen

Double bass players are the coolest people in the world.

There, I said it. I’m not scared of saying stuff. Stuff that I believe. (Even if only momentarily.) That’s what words are for.

I don’t live in fear that some ageing guitarist with jeans as faded as his rock’n’roll dreams will smack me over the head with a 1969 Gibson Les Paul Gold Top because I didn’t say lead guitarists with their weird solo faces are the coolest.

I don’t live in fear that a sensitive singer/songwriter with her verbal selfies will smack me over the head with her royalites cheque because I didn’t say pop singers with their inflated sense of relevance are the coolest.

I can take it. Some things just need to be said.

Sure, I may believe something different in a moment or two, but here and now, I stand in this hall and announce that double bass players are the coolest.

This cool dude fingering the upright fretboard to an old blues tune – its repititious lyric would make the pop singer/songwriter scream but its honesty would make the same singer/songwriter blush – is the second double bassist to perform tonight at the Blue Moon Cabaret in Nimbin. And he’s so cool I’m getting a shiver up my spine.

Double bass players are the coolest people in the world.

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Politicians are scared shitless of reality. They avoid it like a two-day growth. To say anything nearing truth makes them swallow so hard that their ties wiggle like a worm on a hook. Mostly, they have lost the ability to talk. They bleat, growl, fart and avoid the question.

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Not me. I’m not scared.

That bloke up onstage – squeezing the neck on the old double bass, his grey hair in a ponytail which bebops in sync with his paunch – he’s the man.

Out front of the trio, the woman is ‘shakin’ that thing’ with so much sass the roof of this venerable building may very well pop like the cork of a well-shaken Australian sparkling white.

Most things said with a serious look are not true.

Tonight, I have been swimming in a tub of reality as performers of all sorts (from pole dancing to poetry), have pointed to the truth in their various creative languages, none of which had that fake serious tone (often used by our elected) which is a sure sign of deception.

Outside, past the old walls of the hall, beyond the bare-

foot smokers in tuxedos, past the teenagers in blue screenlight lurking, past the last streetlight and drug van, the great lies lie over the great southern land like the blue light of a moon.

Last Friday the Paris climate agreement became effective. Australia, with its trough-load of squealing politicians, has not ratified it – despite the spray of diarrheal wordage.

The other Tuesday, a horse race was run and people dressed in seriously ugly clobber while the Reef died unmourned by a government that promotes the Adani mine as ‘critical infrastructure’, neckties wiggling, unable to say the truth: The biggest threat to the Reef is global warming.

But I can say it.

And double bass players are the coolest.

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Arctic sea ice retreat pinned to emissions What is sea ice?

Alister Doyle Marrakech [RAW]

Drive your car 4,000km and its greenhouse gas emissions will melt three square metres of ice on the Arctic Ocean, according to a study that has found a direct link between carbon dioxide and shrinking ice.

Examining long-term trends for ice floating on the ocean since the 1950s, scientists in Germany and the United States projected the ocean around the North Pole would be ice-free in summers by the mid2040s at current levels of emissions.

In the historical records, they found that every tonne of carbon dioxide emitted to the atmosphere meant on average the loss of three square metres of ice in September, when the ice reaches a minimum extent before expanding in winter.

That made it possible to ‘grasp the contribution of personal carbon dioxide emissions to the loss of Arctic sea ice,’ scientists at Germany’s Max Planck Institute for Meteorology and the US National Snow and Ice Data

NASA-funded ICESCAPE researchers at work in the Arctic. Photo NASA Goddard Space Flight Center flickr.com/photos/gsfc

Center wrote in the journal Science.

Each passenger taking a return flight from New York to Europe, or driving a car 4,000km, would emit about a tonne of carbon dioxide, they estimated.

A long-term retreat of Arctic sea ice is already causing profound changes, disrupting the lives of indigenous peoples while opening the region to more oil

and gas exploration and shipping.

Scientists usually deal in more abstract terms such as billions of tonnes of greenhouse gases. ‘Here it’s more personal,’ lead author Dirk Notz of the Max Planck Institute told Reuters.

Some other scientists said the study was simplistic.

‘This sounds like a rather crude equation,’ Peter Wadhams, a professor of ocean

physics at Cambridge University, told Reuters.

He said ice could disappear from the Arctic Ocean as early as 2017 or 2018 because of other factors triggered by man-made climate change, such as shifts in winds and rising sea temperatures.

In September 2016, sea ice shrank to an annual minimum extent of 4.14 million square kilometres (1.60 mil-

lion square miles), matching 2007 as the second smallest in the satellite record behind 2012.

The study said goals set under the 2015 Paris Agreement for curbing emissions were insufficient to avert the loss of ice. Governments, including Australia, will meet in Marrakesh, Morocco, from November 7 to 18 to work out how to implement the agreement.

Sea ice is frozen seawater that floats on the ocean surface. It forms in both the Arctic and the Antarctic in each hemisphere’s winter; it retreats in the summer, but does not completely disappear. This floating ice has a profound influence on the polar environment, influencing ocean circulation, weather, and regional climate.

As ice crystals form at the ocean surface, they expel salt, which increases the salinity of the underlying waters. This cold, salty water is dense and can sink to the ocean floor, where it flows back toward the equator.

The sea ice layer also restricts wind and wave action near coastlines, lessening coastal erosion and protecting ice shelves. Sea ice also creates an insulating cap across the ocean surface, which reduces evaporation and heat loss to the atmosphere. As a result, the weather over ice-covered areas tends to be colder and drier than it would be without ice.

The ice itself is habitat for animals such as seals, Arctic foxes, polar bears, and penguins.

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What is being proposed?

We have three options we would like you to consider. Each option has a funding increase and includes the NSW state government’s estimated rate peg of 2.5%; it will also have varying impacts on assets and service quality. The Special Rate Variation would apply to four years and raise between $16 million to $28 million to fund infrastructure maintenance and renewal; it would also include Council borrowing $2 million each year, for three years. At the end of the four year period the Special Rate Variation increase would be built into the general rate base and permanently retained.

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The biennial CSIRO and Bureau of Meteorology State of the Climate report draws on the latest climate monitoring and science to show how our climate is changing.

CSIRO senior scientist and leader of the NESP Earth Systems and Climate Change Hub, Dr Helen Cleugh, said the changes were owing to an increase in greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere, which act like a blanket by keeping heat in the earth’s lower atmosphere.

‘Carbon dioxide is measured in parts per million,’ Dr Cleugh said.

‘Highest level’ ‘Before around 1750, the level of CO2 was 278ppm.

This year the earth will record a global annual average of over 400ppm, the highest level in the past two million years.

‘Australian temperatures will almost certainly continue to increase over the coming decades. Temperature projections suggest more extremely hot days and fewer extremely cool days.

‘As land temperatures increase, so do ocean temperatures and the report shows that the deep ocean is also impacted upon, with warming now recorded at least 2,000 metres below the sea surface.’

Record-breaking The Bureau of Meteorology’s manager of climate monitoring, Dr Karl Braganza, said Australia was already experiencing the effects of climate change with record-breaking heat now becoming commonplace across the country. ‘Australia experienced its three warmest springs on record in 2013, 16 November 9, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

Fast facts on climate change • Australia has warmed by around 1°C since 1910.

• The number of days per year over 35°C has increased in recent decades, except in parts of northern Australia.

• There has been an increase in extreme fire weather, and a longer fire season, across large parts of Australia since the 1970s.

• May–July rainfall has reduced by around 19 per cent since 1970 in the southwest of Australia.

• April–October growing season rainfall has reduced by around 11 per cent since the mid-1990s in the continental southeast of Australia.

• Rainfall has increased across parts of northern Australia since the 1970s.

• Global sea level has risen over 20cm since the late 19th century with about one third of this rise due to ocean warming.

• The 2016 global annual average CO2 level will almost certainly exceed 400ppm.

• The overwhelming contribution to the additional CO2 in the atmosphere is from human activities, mainly the burning of fossil fuels.

• The atmospheric CO2 increases in 2015 were the highest ever observed.

14 and 15,’ Dr Braganza said.

‘Temperature and rainfall during this period is critical to southern Australia’s fire season.

Longer fire season ‘We’ve already seen an increase in fire weather and a longer fire season across southern and eastern Australia since the 1970s. In these regions the number of days with weather conducive to fire is likely to increase.

‘While the observations show us increased rainfall in some parts of Australia, we have also seen significant seasonal decline, such as in the April–October growing season where an 11 per cent decline in rainfall has been experienced in the continen-

tal southeast since the mid1990s.

‘The changing climate significantly affects all Australians through increased heatwaves, more significant wet-weather events and more severe fire-weather conditions.

‘Some of the record-breaking extreme heat we have been seeing recently will be considered normal in thirty years’ time.’

State of the Climate 2016 is the fourth report in a series published biennially by CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology, which together play an integral role in monitoring, measuring and reporting on weather and climate. The report can be found on their websites.

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The Paris climate deal has come into force – what‘s next for Australia, and will it happen?

In the Conversation.com Peter Christoff wonders if the document is any reason for euphoria

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he Paris climate agreement has come into legal force, just 11 months after it was concluded and 30 days after it met its ratification threshold of 55 parties accounting for at least 55 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions.

By contrast, the Kyoto Protocol, which this treaty now replaces, took more than eight years to come into force, slowed by the United States’ persistent and erosive opposition.

At the time of writing, the Agreement has been ratified by 94 parties, including the world’s four largest emitters: China, the United States, the European Union and India.

As Climate Analytics reports, these nations account for 66 per cent of greenhouse emissions. Even if the United States were to withdraw its support under a Trump presidency, the Paris Agreement will remain in force.

The unprecedented speed with which this has been achieved reflects the acute realisation in the international community – following the debacle of the Copenhagen negotiations in 2009 – that a failure to land this treaty quickly would probably have led to the collapse of the United Nations climate regime.

Flexibility

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tury. Worse still, the currently pledged targets would deliver some three degrees of overall warming by the end of this century.

Because the treaty relies on ‘intended’ national climate targets rather than binding ones, much hinges on the success of the requirement for nations to review and toughen them every five years. The theory is that these global stocktakes of collective progress (beginning with a facilitative dialogue among parties in 2018) will generate enough pressure for individual nations to be encouraged to ratchet up their efforts as they go.

It also reflects the flexibility of the Agreement itself. Its curious mixture of binding For these reasons – beand voluntary elements was designed to be attractive and cause of its emphasis on accommodating, to include process and its lack of comboth developed and develop- pliance mechanisms – the ing states and, specifically, to Agreement has been deenable president Barack Oba- scribed as a promissory note, ma to sidestep an obstructive or prematurely criticised as US Congress in providing his inadequate.

Euphoria greeted the sucsupport.

The result is a legal hybrid cessful conclusion of the Parthat obliges parties to abide is summit last year, and 175 by processes, mechanisms countries rushed to sign the and timetables for setting Agreement when it opened and reviewing their national for signatures in April this climate targets, and providing year (in all, 192 states have climate finance to developing now done so). Nevertheless, given the Kyoto experience, countries.

But the treaty doesn’t few anticipated that this encompel those national efforts thusiasm would carry the collectively to meet its core treaty across the ratification aims: to keep global warm- threshold so soon.

So while there will be ing well below two degrees C and as close as possible to more celebrations at this 1.5 above pre-industrial levels; year’s UN climate summit, to peak global emissions as which begins in Marrakech soon as possible; and to reach on Monday, negotiators and zero net global emissions in UN bureaucrats have been the second half of this cen- caught out. In some senses, North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au

Inadequate

the Paris Agreement is a framework agreement within a Framework Agreement (the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, of which this is a subsidiary part). It’s a work in progress with lots of details yet to be filled in.

The newly formed Ad Hoc Working Group on the Paris Agreement will be scrambling to define key elements governing the new treaty’s implementation. Many of these elements are critical to the treaty’s long-term effectiveness.

They include measures to ensure transparent and effective accounting of countries’ emissions reductions; to work out exactly how the ambition of ‘zero net emissions’ will be met; and to transfer crucial economic measures used under the Kyoto Protocol over to the new framework.

Climate targets The Agreement requests that this be done by the first session of the Conference of the Parties to the new treaty.

As this now will occur in Marrakech, time is too short and such labour is likely to continue through 2017 and perhaps beyond.

Australia is expected to ratify the Agreement later this year. When it does so, it will be committing itself to regularly increasing its efforts to reduce greenhouse gases, improve climate adaptation, and provide climate finance.

Like other nations, Australia will have to review and toughen its climate targets every five years, starting no later than 2020, and report

back regularly on its efforts.

While Australia’s 2020 and 2030 emissions targets are seen as weak by international standards, doubts have still been expressed about the federal government’s ability to reach them.

Modelling suggests Australia’s emissions are projected to rise to 21 per cent above 2005 levels by 2030 – rather than fall by the 26–28 per cent proclaimed in its official target.

tioned by the United Nations and by other parties to the Climate Convention. This too will have to improve.

Like other parties, by 2020 Australia will also be invited to provide the UN Climate Secretariat with a long-term low-carbon strategy to run until 2050.

Designing an effective transition strategy will require extensive consultation with state and territory governments, industries, and other stakeholders. Such attention to detail, although essential for building wide and deep support for a future lowcarbon economy, has so far been well beyond the ability of politicians stuck in Canberra’s toxic climate policy culture.

In all, the Paris Agreement, although voluntary, can be thought of as a global climate safety net held by all nations. This inclusiveness means that Australia will no longer be able to point to the absence of other states as an

excuse for its recalcitrance.

It will increasingly be held to account by other nations, and the need for meaningful action will become ever more irresistible, as the net gradually tightens.

Q Peter Christoff is a political scientist and associate professor in the Department of Geography, University of Melbourne, where he teaches climate policy and environmental policy. He was formerly a member of the Victorian Premier’s Climate Change Reference Group, and of the Victorian Ministerial Reference Council on Climate Change Adaptation under the Brumby government. He is also currently a board member of the Australian Conservation Foundation and was its vice-president for eight years. He is the author of Four Degrees of Global Warming: Australia in a hot world and Globalisation and the Environment (with Prof Robyn Eckersley).

The Legal Light Nathan Luke

Underfunded Australia’s Emissions Reduction Fund has been criticised as being underfunded and focused on the wrong projects. Recent analysis of the contracts awarded through the scheme’s ‘reverse auctions’ confirms that little real additional abatement has been achieved.

Moreover, likely future changes in land use and forestry (mainly reductions in land clearing) will be insufficient to achieve these goals in isolation or to contribute significantly to future ones. The current policy mix means that tougher – and perhaps even existing – national targets could only be met by buying international carbon credits.

In addition, Australia’s reports to the UN will have to reflect ‘environmental integrity, transparency, accuracy, completeness, comparability and consistency in accordance to rules to be adopted by parties to the Agreement’. The transparency and accountability of Australia’s emissions reporting was recently ques-

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It was fascinating to watch the conservative commentators in mainstream media twist themselves into a giant knot over the closure of the Hazelwood power station in Victoria – a veritable economy killer that will lead to high prices and the death of all industry if I understand them correctly.

Hang on for a moment.

What did owners Engie say were the reasons for the closure? ‘Hazelwood power station has been operating in difficult market conditions, with lower electricity prices and a surplus of electricity supply in Victoria state,’ it said in its announcement.

Massive surplus

This is not a reason that has been plucked from the sky. For years the coal-fired generators have been arguing that there is a massive surplus of capacity – 7,000MW – in Australia’s National Electricity Market. That was one of the reasons they thought they should be paid to close one of the ageing power stations.

What did that massive over-capacity do? It lowered electricity prices below where they would otherwise be.

That’s the impact of renewable energy too – it reduces wholesale electricity prices.

The Hazelwood owners hung around for an exit payment long enough, but could no longer stand either the costs of upgrading their boil-

ers, or the reputational damage of keeping the dirtiest power station open for any longer.

Those free-market champions in the conservative commentariat demand that government should have done something about it. It’s an argument they have been prosecuting about South Australia, where they blame the blackout on the absence of a coal-fired power station and the insidious nature of wind energy.

But the Northern browncoal power station in Port Augusta could not operate at the average price of wholesale power in South Australia either – despite its having the highest price of electricity in Australia.

No takers

It touted around contracts to big electricity consumers for prices of between $50 and $60/MWh, but there were no takers. So, having just about exhausted its economic reserves of brown coal, it closed.

So, just to sum up – two of the dirtiest coal-fired generators in Australia closed because the wholesale electricity price was not high enough for them to continue, and no business consumer wanted to buy the output from them directly.

Hmmmm. Now, how does that match with what the conservative types are telling us?

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In this case, say hello to the Crown Land Management Bill 2016, which aims to give the minister responsible the power to sell, ahem, manage, public land.

And it’s a massive power grab – according to the NSW Auditor-General, that’s 42 per cent of all land in NSW. The Auditor-General’s department is an independent body that helps NSW parliament hold government accountable, and its recent scathing report into Crown lands claims management of the sale and lease of Crown land is ‘not effective because oversight of decision making is inadequate and community involvement is limited.’

Another parliamentary report found that communities are strongly opposed to Crown land selloffs, including this one in the northern rivers.

The NSW Liberal/National Party is threatening to present this Bill to NSW parliament any time now. If passed it will join all their other legislation which aims to diminish community and benefit their small private cabal.

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security either, the Australian Energy Market Operator has made clear. The grid will still operate at its reliability rate of 99.998 per cent – which means it allows for 11 minutes a year of outages.

Gold-plated

It’s a formula that has made for a reliable but highly priced and gold-plated grid – so much so that, as Bruce Mountain points out (http:// bit.ly/teslapriceshock), consumers can get cheaper electricity from a combination of solar and battery storage than they can from the grid. And that is really going to throw a cat among the pigeons that are bleating about the cost to consumers.

That prospect is frightening to the generators that remain, and to the network operators – which is why they are now calling for more payments (capacity payments) to stop them closing. First they wanted money to close, now they want money to stay open. It’s hard to keep up.

Fearmongering

It comes in a new round of fearmongering that is designed to help them maximise their profits from coalgeneration for as long as they can.

Federal environment minister Josh Frydenberg has bought into it, and warned of possible supply shortages in the summer of 2017/18.

AEMO says it may well be that Victoria has to import

power from other states at certain times – but that is what the grid is for, to transport electricity from the supplier to the customer.

Interestingly, its analysis took no account of renewable energy – either wind or solar.

Consumers can be thankful that rooftop solar is clipping and narrowing the peaks: that is removing most of the highpriced events that used to be cream on the fossil-fuel generators’ milking of the electricity market.

Making merry

To be sure, coal generators will make merry before more renewable energy is built in Victoria. Deutsche Bank estimates that AGL will make an extra $150 million in profits from its Loy Yang A generator for every $15/MWh increase in the wholesale price in Victoria.

Engie’s Loy Yang B might make nearly as much, helping the company pay for its severance and remediation package at Hazelwood.

But watch the generators now: the calls for a stop to state-based renewable energy targets, and for those new ‘capacity payments’ for fossil-fuel generation will only intensify – supported, no doubt, by loud voices from the free-market conservatives in media land.

Q Article first published in Reneweconomy.com.au, of which Giles Parkinson is the editor.

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Is your phone getting smarter than you? Happier?

Daniel Sage

Electrical devices fill our world, whirring and clicking away. But are they getting out of control? Taking over even?

The Internet of Things made it onto its first Wanted poster the other week with an attack on leading websites around the world. Netflix, Facebook, Amazon, Airbnb and Twitter all went down, as well as hundreds of other large-scale sites.

The combined dumb computing power of millions of electrical gadgets and home appliances was harnessed by an unknown mastermind to overcome the best security algorithms worldwide and crash the system.

Malware lodged within everyday electrical goods and gadgets was activated simultaneously and attacked the sites en masse, or more specifically one giant switchboard they jointly use: Dyn in the US. It was like an army led by the Harvey Norman catalogue. One step towards Terminator the toddler version with toasters and fridges wreaking the chaos.

Robotification My fridge stands guiltily now, sulking in the corner.

It’s been found out. Perhaps it feels a giddy rush, knowing it’s been naughty and wanting to do it again.

Personification is an old device that helps make the inert or natural world seem more friendly. And while science fiction has readied us for various scenarios where machines might act alone, the growing robotification all around is still a shock.

It’s hard to fully grasp, perhaps, that things, objects, can

It’s so funny… how we don’t talk any more. Source: Brad Gianni-Bly

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think or appear to think, or manage to band together as a group or a herd. (What would be the collective nouns for whitegoods anyway? A spray of hairdryers, a paparazzi of cameras…)

As so much blurs into scifi, anything is possible but the foundations of what is real can meanwhile start to loosen.

Clever fridges, smartyßpants phones, wired-up fruit machines, the list of tech that fills our world is almost endless. As is our reliance on it.

A mere ten years ago, the iPhone had not been released. Seven years ago, there were no iPads.

It’s common to think of a cyborg as something futuristic. But in one sense they are already here, as tech teases us

to join with it. Look around any street or public space where everyone is staring at their screens or driving in their automobiles.

More anxious Surely it is no coincidence that people report feeling more and more anxious.

When every other interaction is with a machine and not a human being or the natural world, something is amiss.

Add on top of the list related stresses so many devices bring from social media and advertising, having us always shine, glow, buy, smile.

A survey by the National Health Service in Britain last month found an alarming increase in the number of people experiencing mental health problems, especially

among women.

Researchers found more than one in four (26 per cent) of women aged 16 to 24 had anxiety, depression, panic disorder, phobia or obsessive compulsive disorder, a 50 per cent increase since the study began in 1993.

One in three girls aged 11 to 18 reported experiencing regular feelings that ranged from anxiety to panic attacks.

The figures are roughly half for men in all age groups.

Among adults generally there was a 35 per cent rise in severe common mental disorders during the same period.

In lay terms, people are freaking out.

‘Young people face unprecedented pressures,’ says Prof Maureen Baker, chair of the Royal College of GPs, ‘not just over the emergence of cyberbullying and revenge porn, but constant exposure to unattainable aspirations of what they should look like, and be like.’

Unprecedented pressure… constant exposure… unattainable aspirations.

These are strong words.

Of course, the climate of

fear we’ve grown used to since 9/11 also has a part. The war on terror fills the air so often, dampening down the populace, keeping us compliant.

And clearly, throwing away phones won’t go down well with anyone.

But it’s still useful to try and see if there’s a crisis brewing we can help make changes to stop.

Perhaps we’ll look back at our use of mobile phones in the same way we look back at cigarette smoking, once so normal and harmless.

Do something When I was a kid, one of the most annoying programs on TV was called Why Don’t You, which was short for Why Don’t You Just Switch Off Your Television Set and Go Out and Do Something Less Boring Instead?

It showed you all the things you could be doing if you weren’t such a loser stuck on the sofa glued to the box, and it was hosted by a gang of about twenty multicoloured super-groovy kids who didn’t even know probably what a television was, and could make anything out of stuff, just like that.

And of course, no-one watching ever turned off the TV to make stuff instead or to go exploring or, as we might think of doing today, becoming an entrepreneur. Instead you just sat there and knew you were losing, maybe ate some cheese.

Today, the pressure is more insidious, personalised, invasive, and it goes to the core of who we are and what others think of us.

But by spending more time with people, with friends, and with real-time contact, we can resist, and flourish, and be happy.

Perhaps, too, the way machines affect us can be improved by how we treat them.

Where’s the love if we regard them merely as tools? We used to think talking to plants was daft but now we know they have feelings (little green ones) and talking helps them grow well.

So talk to your phone, not just at it. And be nice to your whitegoods.

Q A former Byron Shire resident, Daniel Sage is a London journalist and author of the novel Fall Curve. See more at danielsage.co.uk.

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Nine in ten Oz teens have a mobile phone Just over one million Australian teens aged 14–17 (91 per cent) have a mobile phone, according to Roy Morgan Research. The other nine per cent may not be wrong when they claim, ‘but everyone else I know has one!’

Seventy-eight per cent of mobile-owning teens say someone else pays for all or most of their usage charges, 62 per cent got their current mobile handset brand new, and 65 per cent are using prepaid and 35 per cent are on a postpaid plan – almost the exact reverse of the ratio in the general population.

Over half of teens own an Apple iPhone (58 per cent,

compared with the norm of 41 per cent of all Australian mobile owners), and 22 per cent a Samsung (compared with 31 per cent overall).

When it comes to mobile service providers, 37 per cent of teen mobile owners are with Telstra (compared with 44 per cent of all Australian mobile owners 14+), 21 per cent are with Optus and 16 per cent are with Vodafone (both very close to the national norm).

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26 per cent of teen mobile owners are with an MVNO, including seven per cent with Virgin, five per cent with Amaysim, and around 2.5 per cent with each of TPG, ALDI Mobile and Boost.

The average 14-17 yearold spends (or their parents spend) around $10 less per month on mobile usage than adult mobile owners. This is largely driven by teens’ higher take-up of prepaid plans with discount MVNO providers.

And totally unsurprisingly, those 22 per cent of mobile-owning teens who have to pay for usage themselves spend almost $5 less a month on average than those whose

parents foot the bill.

Michele Levine, CEO of Roy Morgan Research, says, ‘Teens aged 14-17 are around twice as likely as other mobile owners to use the device for playing music, videos and games. Eighty-two per cent of teens have done one or more of these activities on their mobile in the last four weeks—almost as many as made an actual phone call with it.

‘Almost half of teens say they can’t live without a mobile phone. And a warning for the parents who are paying for their teenagers’ usage: 30 per cent of teens say they often go over the data limit.’

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A new face for the ever-growing equipment finance before the Don’t delay Raine & Horne new year, to so something organising your about it in the next week or so. Ocean Shores Trying to finalise your finance team finance in December can be hard given the turnaround times from the banks always seem to blow out at that time of year.

Russel Shaw from Acceptance Finance sent through some timely advice in his latest newsletter. He says that if you think you’re going to need help with your mortgage or vehicle/

He also said that a number of major banks are tightening up their credit policies. Some have reduced their maximum loan-to-value ratios, and it’s getting more difficult to obtain the same interest-rate discounts than a month or two ago. Banks are also placing restrictions on lending to property in certain postcodes and locations.

You can email Russel (rshaw@ acceptancefinance.com.au) if you’d like to subscribe to his newsletter.

Russel Shaw

Caitlin Hellyar

Caitlin Hellyar has joined the sales team. Caitlin is a lifelong resident of the northern rivers.

Julie-Ann Manahan, principal at R&H Ocean Shores, says, ‘Caitlin has a comprehensive knowledge of both our beautiful local area and its

property market, and a true passion for the lifestyle, people and community’.

‘She has built a strong reputation among her clients, and the reviews she receives from them are testimony to the exceptional level of services she provides. In addition, Caitlin has cleverly utilises technology and has built a large database of social-media followers.

This enables her to generate interest in the marketplace through regular, informative posts to both prospective and existing clients, build trust and establish ongoing relationships with them.’

In addition to her real estate certificate, Caitlin holds a diploma of interior design and has previously worked in the legal profession. ‘I think both these skills complement my work as a real estate agent. and can greatly help my clients,’ says Caitlin.

Any new faces? Career milestones? Exceptional results? Market observations?

Have you had anything quirky or unusual happen to you out in the field? Email propertyinsider@echo.net.au.

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View feel like you’re living the acreage Saturday 2–3pm dream... Set on 1 acre, the Agent Julie-Ann Manahan LREA property is surrounded by tranquil bushland, yet you’re just a few Licensee/Principal minutes’ drive from your choice of 0411 081 118 pristine local beaches, shops and entertainment options. All the hard work has been done in this incredible edible garden. With its wide range of established plants, you’ll always have an abundant supply of fresh, organic fruit and vegetables.

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Myocum – $975,000 through Sharon McInnes.

David conducts auctions for McGrath across Ballina/Byron/ Tweed/Palm Beach. The last 60 days has seen a 91 per cent clearance rate.

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David Mills, principal and auctioneer at McGrath, says that auctions are going gangbusters right now. On the weekend three properties went to auction and all sold under the hammer: • 14 Tamarind Court, Suffolk Park – $826,000 through Ian Daniels • 5/112 Bangalow Road, Byron Bay – $822,000 through Nick Dunn • 5 Pinegroves Lane,

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by RealEstate.com.au. She is committed and focused on delivering up-to-date market knowledge and facts tailored to each client’s needs. With an unwavering commitment to her clients, she consistently goes the extra mile to ensure the selling process is as stress free as possible for them.

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177 New Brighton Road, Ocean Shores One-of-a-kind in Ocean Shores

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5 Dugun Court, Ocean Shores Have you dreamed of living a stylish beachside lifestyle?

View Saturday 11am–12pm Agent Julie-Ann Manahan LREA Licensee/Principal 0411 081 118

Have you been looking for your ideal family sanctuary? This very rare 2.2 acre property in Ocean Shores offers you the ultimate coastal lifestyle with the very best of both worlds... nature reserve and beach!

Architect designed home offers the perfect indoor/outdoor lifestyle with two fabulous covered decks to use for stylish alfresco entertaining or just to sit and relax.

View Saturday 12.30–1.30pm Agent Julie-Ann Manahan LREA Licensee/Principal 0411 081 118

Spend your days on the uncrowded beach and your evenings relaxing at home beneath one of your covered alfresco entertaining areas.

This delightful family home offers: • Architect solar passive design • Roomy kitchen with dishwasher and corner pantry • Spacious open plan lounge, dining and family living areas • Vaulted ceilings and louvre windows.

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Property One-of-a-kind in Ocean Shores

Architectural Masterpiece

High comfort and nature beyond

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484 Upper Wilsons Creek Rd, Mullumbimby 1 Woggoon Terrace, Ocean Shores $1,450,000 Price guide from $980,000 5 3 4 4 2 1

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Idyllically set in 28 acres of maintenance-free lush unspoilt subtropical rainforest adjoining Mount Jerusalem National Park.

The Forest House, a unique luxurious steel and glass pavilion set at tree height, provides the perfect sanctuary to enjoy the safety, serenity and natural beauty of this enchanted valley. Most of the walls are floor-to-ceiling glass including the bathroom, providing an intimate view of the incredible diversity of the rainforest and its inhabitants to entertain and captivate the senses.

Your own private swimming hole to do laps in the pure clear waters with a beach and waterfall and catch a glimpse of the reclusive platypus. NBN broadband is available NOW. Featured in Belle magazine and on the Lifestyle Channel.

Complete details are available at: www.yourforesthouse.com (view on PC/Mac only).

High on a hill and adjoining habitat wildlife reserve, this lovely lightfilled home enjoys coastal breezes and district views from the front and the bush setting at the rear.

Landscaped gardens welcome you to the home, the open-plan living includes a spacious kitchen and access to front and rear verandahs. This area is warmed with light decor, timber floors, and an open fire. Three well-sized bedrooms have built-in robes and the master suite has an adjoining room which is an ideal office or sitting room and opens directly onto the rear verandah.

Downstairs, self-contained accommodation is perfect for guests or family. With two entrances, this area includes a large room, 2nd bathroom facilities, a separate room with a wet bar and access to a paved outdoor area and the yard. Solar, single garage, and a 2nd driveway to off-street parking.

Inspect: Saturday 11.00am – 12.00pm Contact: Julie-Ann Manahan 0411 081 118 Raine & Horne Ocean Shores

Inspect: By appointment Contact: Douglas McCristal 6684 0372 Sale by Owner

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Have you been looking for your ideal family sanctuary? This very rare 2.2 acre property in Ocean Shores offers you the ultimate coastal lifestyle with the very best of both worlds... nature reserve and beach!

Architect designed home offers the perfect indoor/outdoor lifestyle with two fabulous covered decks to use for stylish alfresco entertaining or just to sit and relax as you enjoy the beautiful, tranquil reserve outlook.

Inside, you have lovely vaulted ceilings, polished timber floors, separate spacious living and dining areas, plus an inviting open plan kitchen with corner pantry and lots of storage space. A slowcombustion fireplace warms the home in the cooler months, while the many windows and doors provide refreshing cross-ventilation during summer. Your master bedroom is located on the entry level, while the additional bedrooms with built-in robes are on the top level, with their own sitting/study/play area.

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Property Beach Lovers Paradise

BLUE - CHIP SERVICE STATION INVESTMENT 22 SUMMERLAND WAY, KYOGLE NSW

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• Sale and leaseback: brand-new 10 year net lease to Caltex Australia • Net rental of $175,000 per annum • Options to 2042 • Store refurbishment and site upgrades completed in October 2016 • Annual rental increases • Prime corner B4 Mixed Use landholding of 1,113sqm* • Caltex Australia maintains site, tanks and remediation

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Whether you love a surf, swim, bit of fishing, quiet romantic walks, yoga to the sunrise, sitting on the sand at night and watching the moon make its way up over the ocean, or the luxury of an unspoilt, uncrowded beach with white sands...

This well appointed 3 bedroom house + 4th bedroom or granny flat, double garage, 2 bathrooms, 3rd outdoor shower with hot and cold water, ideal for when you get back from the beach is a very short stroll to the above, the corner store and farmers markets in New Brighton and a leisurely walk to the Ocean Shores Primary and preschool.

Located at the northern end of the Byron Shire it is centrally located between the 2 festival sites and only 15 minutes from the centre of Byron Bay and 25 minutes from the Gold Coast international airport. The owners have relocated to Brisbane and want it sold. If you are looking for a great beach house to live or rent...

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Solar passive design, taking advantage of the light, air and the North Byron lifestyle, with soaring ceilings, open-plan living, large covered outdoor entertainment area, overlooking the water, 4 bedrooms master with ensuite, timber kitchen, large double lock-up garage with partitions for storage, fenced yard, room for the van or boat, walk to beach, river, preschool & primary school,

This well-maintained property which is close to the primary school offers: • 3 bedrooms, main with ensuite • 2 bathrooms, main with spa bath • Double garage • Undercover barbecue area • Solar hot water • Built in 1993, size of block 916m2

farmers markets and shops. Ideal waterlover property – put the boat or paddleboard in the water and start living.

View Saturday 11.00–11.30am Contact Peter Browning 0411 801 795 LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads 02 6685 0177

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• Close to shops + transport • Flat walk to beach View By appointment Contact David Holden 0435 789 677 LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads 02 6685 0177

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Property Nature’s Niche

Relaxed Beachside Lifestyle

Entry-level Opportunity

66 Sugar Glider Drive, Pottsville

5 Dugun Court, Ocean Shores

11 Warina Place, Mullumbimby

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Set in a natural koala sanctuary surrounded by parks and nature reserves this beautiful home has found its unique niche.

Encapsulated in lush private gardens this home offers spacious, light filled comfort with a touch of luxury.

Features include a grand entry with 10ft ceilings and 9ft ceilings throughout, huge open plan lounge dining and kitchen – a great family hub, well appointed 2pac kitchen with stone tops, and huge pantry – a chefs delight, 4 large bedrooms with built in wardrobes and separate media room, extra thick comfort glass to all doors and windows with s/s screens combined with ceiling fans and ducted air conditioning offering superior climate control, security system for peace of mind and the convenience of a ducted vacuum maid, and a huge outdoor alfresco entertainment patio surrounded by lush gardens and an abundance of bird life.

Inspect: By appointment Contact: Paul Eatwell 0414 466 111 paul@promullum.com.au Professionals Mullumbimby

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In a quiet cul-desac at the base of Mt Chincogan, a short stroll to the famous farmers market and just fifteen hundred metres to the main street of vibrant Mullumbimby, this freestanding single level home offers a relaxed, low-maintenance lifestyle.

The solid three-bedroom home set on a 652 square metre block offers an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, flooded with sunlight through large windows and a well-placed skylight. The house is ready for immediate living, while offering the opportunity to renovate, or to extend outward or upward.

Enjoy a peaceful rural outlook from the covered back patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. There are easy-care subtropical gardens front and back, with majestic palms, shade trees and fruit-bearing citrus, all adding up to a calm and private space to call home.

Inspect: Saturday 12.30 – 1.30pm Contact: Julie-Ann Manahan 0411 081 118 Raine & Horne Ocean Shores

Inspect: Thu 3–3.30pm, Fri 4.30–5pm and Sat 10.30–11am Auction: Sat 19th Nov Onsite 10.30am Contact: Brett Connable 0408 155 931, Nick Russo 0405 977 049 Ray White Byron Bay www.rwbyronbay.com

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Unlike the other ‘local’ paper, The Echo is 100 per cent locally owned. Your money stays in this wonderful community.

Compared to the Byron News, advertising in The Echo means your ad is being delivered to more than 7,000 extra households in your market area each week – that means a lot more people will be reading your ad.

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Have you dreamed of living a relaxed yet stylish beachside lifestyle?

Set in the unspoilt haven of Ocean Shores, Fern Beach, this beautiful, four bedroom architectdesigned family oasis is a dream come true. The home’s peaceful, sought-after cul-de-sac location is just 150 metres stroll to the beach via a bush path. What an awesome place to live!

Spend your days on the uncrowded beach and your evenings relaxing at home beneath one of your covered alfresco entertaining areas. Listen to the sound of the waves gently crashing on the pristine sand while you watch your children play in the landscaped and fenced back yard.

You’re just 900m from Ocean Shores Public School and a short drive to Ocean Shores Country Club and local shopping. Byron Bay is only 25km away and you’re on the M1 in under 5 minutes to head up or down the Coast.

Keep your advertising money in our community!

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Property Business Directory

Open For Inspection FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY

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Professional and results-driven with extensive marketing knowledge.

Servicing the Byron Shire and beyond.

Call Paul for an appointment today.

• Lot 10/213 Coorabell Road, Coorabell. Wed 5–5.30pm • 72 Beech Drive, Suffolk Park. Sat 10–10.30am • 133 Foresters Way, Tintenbar. Sat 10–10.30am • Lot 10/213 Coorabell Road, Coorabell. Sat 10–10.30am • 4 Daniels Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am • 14 Orana Road, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am • 369 Goremans Road, Eureka. Sat 11.30am–12pm • 158 Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm • 64 Terania Creek Road, The Channon. Sat 1.30–2pm • 463 Tuntable Creek Road, Tuntable. Sat 2–2.30pm • 252 Cox Road, Koonorigan. Sat 3–3.30pm

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FINANCE

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• 7 Lomandra Avenue, Lismore. Sat 10.30–11.15am • 77 New Brighton Road, Ocean Shores. Sat 11am–12pm • 5 Dugun Court, Ocean Shores. Sat 12.30–1.30pm • 2431 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Ocean Shores. Sat 2–3pm

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Call us today 6680 5000 or 0411 081 118.

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Bangalow DUNCAN LORIMER 0400 844 412 Over 30 years of real estate experience.

Committed to achieving excellent results.

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BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION

• Lot 500 Alcorn Road, Knockrow. Auction 26th November 11.30am • 24 Bulgoon Crescent, Ocean Shores. Auction 26th Nov 9.30am. Guide $590,000 to $645,000 • 6/24 Bay Street, Byron Bay. Auction 27th November 4.30pm • 36 Marvell Street, Byron Bay. Auction 16th December 12.30pm onsite if not sold prior • 3B Burns Street, Byron Bay. Auction 10th December 11.30am

SAVE THOUSANDS!

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• 24 Natan Court, North Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am • 1 Woggoon Terrace, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am • 55 Amber Drive, Lennox Head. Sat 10–10.30am • 37 Hutley Drive, Lennox Head. Sat 11–11.30am • 8 Claremont Place, Lennox Head. Sat 12–12.30pm • 2/53 Gibbon Street, Lennox Head. Sat 1–1.30pm

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• 5/7 Cavvanbah Street, Byron Bay. Wed 1–1.30pm • 6/24 Bay Street, Byron Bay. Wed 1.30–2pm • Lot 500 Alcorn Road, Knockrow. Wed 2–2.30pm • 7/124 Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay. Thu 12–12.30pm • 24 Bulgoon Crescent, Ocean Shores. Thu 2–2.30pm • 55 Lilli Pilli Drive, Byron Bay. Thu 2–2.30pm • 6–8 Paterson Street, Byron Bay. Fri 9–9.30am • 1/11 Carlyle Street, Byron Bay. Fri 1–1.30pm • Lot 500 Alcorn Road, Knockrow. Fri 3–3.30pm • 13/17–19 Mahogany Drive, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 37 Shirley Lane, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 3B Burns Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am • 72 Sunrise Boulevard, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm • 9 Tallowood Crescent, Byron Bay. Sat 1–1.30pm • 24 Bulgoon Crescent, Ocean Shores. Sat 2–2.30pm • 20/2 Langi Place, Ocean Shores. Sat 2–2.30pm • 34 Tristania Street, Bangalow. Sat 3–3.30pm • 6/24 Bay Street, Byron Bay. Tues 2–2.30pm

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• 34 Tristania Street, Bangalow. $800,000 to $880,000 • 13/17–19 Mahogany Drive, Byron Bay. $500,000 to $550,000 • 3B Burns Street, Byron Bay. Auction 10th December 11.30am

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• 2/53 Gibbon Street, Lennox Head

McGRATH BYRON BAY

• 72 Beech Drive, Suffolk Park • 14 Orana Road, Ocean Shores

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES/BRUNSWICK HEADS

• 7 Lomandra Avenue, Lismore

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The Good Life Lunch at Rae’s

By Vivienne Pearson

I’ve eaten some special meals in my time – though perhaps not as many as you might think, given how much time I spend writing about food.

There was my first degustation menu, at the now defunct Jacques Reymond Restaurant. Then there was the time I first experienced molecular gastronomy (though the theatrical aspects proved to be more memorable than the tastes). Another was when a friend shouted me a meal at The Flower Drum in Melbourne’s Chinatown, at a time when wagyu beef was new. More recently, I savoured dinner at Fleet, and was amazed by the foraged menu at Harvest.

Mawazine Magic cocktail – photo by Vivienne Pearson

I can now add another special meal to my list – lunch at Rae’s. It was a long lunch and it was delightful, both in terms of the food and atmosphere.

Local brewer Stone & Wood has been certified as having a positive impact in the community and through its sustainability practices, according to its sustainability manager James Perrin, under the B-Corp certification program.

‘It’s not enough for a business to just make a product or a profit; it’s about having a wider positive impact in the wider community in which they operate,’ James said.

Rae’s is set back from Wategos Beach in Byron Bay, but is separated only by a stretch of grass and the walking path. It felt very odd to be at Wategos in shoes that were unsuitable for walking, and clothes not suitable for swimming – the two usual activities that take me to this part of the world.

You don’t need to dress up for lunch at Rae’s but popping on something a bit more special adds to the anticipation and atmosphere. Rae’s, built in the 1970s as a residence then turned into a cafe and nightclub before being bought by Vincent Rae, has an old-world charm but is far from old-fashioned. The fresh whites and blues are reminiscent of Greece, and the sea view through pandanus reminds me of Darwin. The seats are comfortable, the live music, courtesy of Luke and Sebastian, is subtly sublime. The breeze is fresh.

Stone & Wood a ‘good business’

Possam working his cocktail magic – photo supplied

I wasn’t planning on having a cocktail Salmon Ceviche – photo by Vivienne Pearson but, on having a professional glance through the menu, I was captivated by one that combines some of my favourite My lunch at Rae’s was a long one. We ordered flavours – rum, Frangelico, cinnamon and orange. The bartender extraordinaire, Possam, dessert as the kitchen was closing at 4pm. The chocolate crème brulee reminded me of the has a theme for each season’s cocktail menu Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia in Turkey, but and currently it’s music festivals. Mine is far tastier. named Mawazine Magic, after a festival in Morocco.

For some, lunch at Rae’s is routine – my dining partner and I decided our new ambition is One option for food is a seafood degustation menu, available with matching wines. I decide to be like the couple lunching near us who waved away the offer of a menu saying: ‘I to take the more unusual path of matching think we know it all by now.’ For most of us my entrée to my cocktail – so I selected the regular folk though, lunch at Rae’s is special. salmon ceviche (ie marinated raw in citrus), But does it need to be once-in-a-lifetime kind served with orange, fennel and dried cherry. of special?

Delicious.

At an average of $40, Rae’s main courses are I must still have had orange in mind when I only $10–15 more than most local pub meals. settled on the duck for main, even though My two-and-a-half-course lunch plus cocktail, there was no à la orange in sight. Instead, this which included more than three hours of duck leg was served with heirloom beetroot enjoyment, cost just under $100 – and I can (one yellow and one cut in cross-sections to honestly say that I didn’t need to eat a thing reveal why it is dubbed ‘target beetroot’), for dinner that night! goat curd, and crispy fried sage. My dining companion was lucky that there were My overall memory of the afternoon is of the generous numbers of candied pecans added light-filled balcony dining area, the views to the dish, or I would have kept quiet about of Wategos and delicious tastes. Once the how amazingly good they were in order to memory of the flavours starts to fade, I’ll be avoid sharing. I think I may have raved about back. how much I enjoyed every mouthful of this www.raes.com.au or phone 6685 5366 dish when head chef, Guy Skinner-Hutchison, popped out to say hello.

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‘We see ourselves very much as a local brewer’, James said, ‘and when it came time to build our second brewery, we decided to reinvest in the local region, to build the brewery in Murwillumbah to support that local community that supported us.’

James says in a video (https://vimeo. com/189858309) that Stone & Wood carefully manages the water and energy inputs to its breweries, and treats its wastewater to reuse onsite for cleaning and other purposes. Fifteen–25 per cent of the energy requirements at the Murwillumbah site come from solar panels on the roof.

Almost all the waste from the brewing process is reused or recycled; for example the grain becomes cattle food in partnership with local farmers.

Stone & Wood co-founder Jamie Cook said that the accreditation was an affirmation that their practices and philosophies are aligned with a global movement of good businesses focused on adding value to all stakeholders, not just shareholders.

What is B-Corp?

B-Corp provides independent accreditation of for-profit businesses that meet rigorous standards set around governance, workers, community, environment, and businessimpact models. It certifies companies that are concerned for their communities and the environment.

Other certified B Corporation companies include Patagonia and Ben & Jerrys.

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The Good Life

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Newrybar: Presenting the food By: Vivienne Pearson How often do you pay attention to what your food is served on?

Or eaten with? Or how your table is decorated?

The bite-sized town of Newrybar is becoming known for its food and hospitality, thanks to Harvest Restaurant, Deli and Bakery.

Now it will also be known for food-related artistry, thanks to the Newrybar Merchants.

The table – Stoneware, napkins, flowers and welcome tags

Celebrating their first anniversary, some of the merchants gathered for a shared display of their food-related wares. A table was dressed with plates, cutlery, cups, napkins, vases, flowers, water jugs, stationery, candlesticks and crystal decorations.

PHOTOS – Kaitlin Liemandt

The Merchants is a collective of nine artists who are co-located in a renovated original house across the road from Harvest, where our photoshoot took place.

I was captivated by the titanium-plated cutlery, impressed how fruit is incorporated into the flower arrangements and, being a fan of all things stationery, loved the idea of little welcome tags.

To me, this looks like tableware for special occasions only but I was interested to learn that all the crockery on display is stoneware (rather than ceramic), meaning that it can be used in the microwave and put in the dishwasher. ‘Stoneware is fully vitrified, meaning that it cannot take on any more water, so is more robust,’ says Shannon Fricke, one of the designers. ‘It has longevity and can be used every day.’ Importantly, all are decorated with food-safe glazes. ‘Not all glazes are; some break down over time and infiltrate the food,’ says Nicole from Nikau.

Back across the road at the Merchants, some of the artists could

Newrybar Merchants’ artists – L–R: Danielle McEwan (Tigmi Trading), Shannon Fricke (Shannon Fricke Home), Stephanie Cassidy (Manager), Nicole Patterson (Nikau), Di Miller (Di Miller Artist), Lhasa Morgan (florist), Nikki Pockock (Nikau), Britte Sunde (Beautiflora) be seen at work. Diana Miller, whose paintings featured on the cloth napkins, uses her space as both a working studio and a gallery. Britte Sunde and the team of florists at Beautiflora were hard at work preparing arrangements for the weekend’s weddings and corporate events. The central section of the building is taken up with books, including a whole section of cookbooks and other food-related tomes.

Not all things at the Merchants are food related. The candlesticks on the table are sold by Tigmi Trading, who specialise in Moroccan rugs, and the makers of the welcome tags, Fate and Fortune, mainly sell cards, journals and pens. There is also leathergoods and a children’s store.

As I wandered around with my takeaway coffee cup, I reflected that what your food and drink is served in does make a difference, and I found myself wishing that I was cradling, and sipping from, one of the stoneware ‘cuplets’ from the table display. www.newrybarmerchants.com, open 7 days, 9am–5pm.

Time for tea By: Vivienne Pearson Taking the lid off each deep, black tub reveals a wonderland of scent and texture. Flavour too, but to elicit that, you first need to add water. Boiling water.

I am at Byron Bay Tea Company’s HQ, in the hills just outside Newrybar, being treated to a behind-the-scenes look at the ingredients and how they become Byron Bay Tea. Teas are blended here most days, in small batches to ensure freshness and the ideal balance of flavours. The blending recipes have all been developed by owner and natropath Sarita Merlo.

There are currently 20 different teas and Sarita is continually working on new ones – including one designed for nursing mothers (a creation that has stemmed from Sarita’s first year as a mum). ‘There’s lots of taste testing,’ says Roe Ritchie, one of two tea blenders, referring to trials of new teas as well as constant monitoring of the existing blends.

Most is packaged as loose-leaf tea but tea bags are also offered.

These are the pyramid shape that have come to be associated with finer tea but are made from corn starch rather than silk.

‘Corn starch is totally biodegradable,’ says Roe. Byron Bay Tea has been around for 11 years but seems to be better known further afield than locally. ‘Locals don’t necessarily know we exist,’ says Roe. Those who do are likely to be frequenters of the Byron or Bangalow markets, where the teas are sold from an eye-catching display. This is your chance to have a miniature version of my behind-the-scenes tour, with the un-brewed teas displayed in bowls for you to admire.

You will instantly see why this tea is different. For the herbal teas (which are made from any plant other than Camelia sinensis – the ‘tea plant’) each dried leaf, flower and berry can be seen, including chamomile flowers, peppermint leaves, rosebuds, and the rolled leaves of the ‘Buddha’s Tears’ (‘It’s a bit of magic watching them unfold during brewing,’ says Roe). Only a few ingredients are able to be sourced locally – the aniseed myrtle is grown near Ballina and the lemon myrtle near Nimbin.

Wattleseed and eucalyptus come from Victoria but most others come from overseas. The black tea used is sourced from high altitudes in India.

Sarita is passionate about the health benefits of tea and started the company with herbal teas only before adding traditional, and now oriental, teas (including Jasmine and Japanese Quince).

Byron Bay Tea packaging is bright and beautiful but it is the tea within that steals the show – before or after adding hot water.

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www.byronbayteacompany.com

Byron Bay Tea – photos by Vivienne Pearson

Gold for OSushi By: Vivienne Pearson The gold plating in OSushi’s dishes will shine more brightly now the restaurant is a Gold Award winner in the 2016 Restaurant and Catering Australia awards.

The awards are based on merit, with anonymous judges scoring each entry Dion from OSushi at the on 60 criteria covering awards ceremony every aspect from making a reservation to the appearance of the table to the range and quality of food and drink. OSushi took out Gold in the state-level award in midSeptember and has then topped all the states in the national awards.

Shop 15 Woolworths Plaza (90–96 Jonson Street), Byron Bay. 10am–9pm, 7 days www.osushi.com.au

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Good Taste BALLINA

BYRON BAY

Ballina RSL Club

‘A Taste of Asia’ Buffet Thursday 17 November from 6pm - Spinnakers Adult $23.50, Child 12/U $12, Child Under 5 Free ‘Rat Pack from Vegas’ Tix $40 18+

River St, Ballina Phone 6681 9500 www.ballinarsl.com.au Open 7 Days Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks

GLQLQJ

Bangalow Dining Rooms

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Bangalow Hotel Open 7 days Lunch: 12 – 3pm Dinner 5.30 – 9pm All day bistro menu

6687 1144

Enjoy our balcony restaurant, intimate dining room and generous bistro food in the pub. With reasonable prices our menu reflects the wonderful local and fresh produce of the region.

SMH GOOD PUB Large groups welcome.

FOOD GUIDE We also offer off-site catering.

2013 AND 2014 www.bangalowdining.com

BILLINUDGEL

indian

billi

AUTHENTIC INDIAN RESTAURANT

Billi Indian

• Chef specials every night • Exciting New Menu • 10% off for seniors every day • Catering available for parties • Vegan and gluten free food available • Complimentary papadams if pre-booked!

Open Tuesday – Sunday 4.30pm to late Closed Monday 8 Wilfred St, Billinudgel BYO. Credit cards 6680 3352

Breath Cafe’s menu just got better with some Hog’s Breath Cafe Hog’s mouth-watering new steaks, salad, pasta and an Open 7 Days, 11.30am-2.30pm Dinner from 5.30pm 9/4 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6685 5320 www.hogsbreath.com.au

Brunswick Burger & Fish Bar

NOW OPEN UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Open 7 days.

11am till 8pm

Open 7 days 10 The Terrace Brunswick Heads 6685 1210

Monday All Day $10 Burgers

Pacific Bistro

$10 Lunch Special Mon–Fri, nothing over $20

Old Pacific Highway Brunswick Heads Phone 6685 1328 www.

F U N C T I O N brunswickbowlingclub. com.

CENTRE

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

Targa

Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street

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

Fishheads Open seven days 7:30am till late Coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, functions and weddings. Fully licensed.

1 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7632

BRUNSWICK HEADS

The Pacific Bistro &

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Legend Pizza

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Eating Out Guide

All Burgers $13 Kids menu $5

Weekend roasts Specialising in Chargrilled steaks, great seafood, handmade pasta.

Enjoy a family dining atmosphere with a kids menu available.

Function bookings available

abundance of delicious dessert selections. As usual, the diverse menu also offers chicken, seafood, snacks, burgers, ribs, kid’s meals, a range of Lite Options, plus their famous Prime Rib Steak – slow cooked for up to 18 hours for maximum flavour and tenderness. Kids eat free Mon – Wed nights and you can grab lunch for just $9.90, so there’s something to please the whole family.

FRESH PIZZA BYRON STYLE Check us out on

facebook.com/byron.legendpizza Scan code for our menu!

BYO Home delivery 7 days Established 1992

Modern European Breakfast/Lunch: 7 days from 7am Dinner: Tues-Sat from 5.30pm Bar: From 10am, with or without food Coffee: Genovese, all day Venue: available for events up to 60 guests Wi-Fi

A range of menu packages for your SPECIAL EVENT Phone 6680 7632 functions@fishheadsbyron.com.au www.facebook.com/Fishheadsbyron.com www.fishheadsbyron.com.au

Basiloco Ristorante Pizzeria

Now open for lunch

We do special events functions See menu, book a table, or order take away www.basilo.co 30 Lawson Street 6680 8818

1 course + drink $19 / 3 course + drink $35

Wood fired pizzas & real Italian cuisine

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

12pm till late 7 days

Lunch special 12 to 5pm Aperitivo 3 to 5pm Free tapas with cocktails Kids meals starting from $9 Dinner starts 5.30pm 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 or one of our daily $10 specials!

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!

Pizza Paradiso

BYRON BAY Korean chef specialising in Korean and Cantonese BYO Booking any celebration party available included Karaoke, DJ $12 All-day Special 4/84 Jonson St, Dine In, Takeaway and Home Delivery Available Byron Bay Open 7days from 12pm till late Phone 6685 7732 Now open until 4am every Thurs, Fri and Sat nights sura.asian.au@gmail.com Facebook Sura Asian Cuisine Restaurant

Sura Asian Cuisine

St Elmo Dining Room & Bar Mon-Sat: 4pm til late.

Sun: 4pm til 10pm.

Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426

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.

www.stelmodining.com

Warung Bagus 3/14 Bay St (opposite the surf club) 7am–5pm daily Dine in or takeaway 6685 5194

Wild Tahini Café 1/1B Banksia Drive Arts and Industry Estate Byron Bay | Ph 6685 6821 Mon–Fri 7am–3pm. Sat 8am–1pm Facebook: Wild Tahini Café

Casual beachfront cafe with indoor/outdoor seating and sea views.

All-day breakfast, Indonesian lunch, plus snacks and coffee, juices, smoothies and cakes.

Gluten-free specialists with a great variety of vegan options plus beef, chicken and fish.

Follow us! @warungbagusbyronbay

100% Australian Zentveld’s Coffee Famous falafel wraps Gourmet burgers Salads and sandwiches Veg/vegan and GF options Housemade chocolates Free delivery 12–2pm in the A&I and Sunrise area Free book exchange

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Artisan pizzas, delicious pastas, Open 7 days from 5pm craft beers, wines and cocktails.

Suffolk Park Village Centre 6685 3101 Facebook, Instagram Live local music Fridays & Saturdays pizzaparadisobyronbay.com

Success Thai Mon-Fri 12-3pm Dinner 7 days from 5pm.

3/109 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7798

Lemongrass Dinner Mon-Sun Lunch on weekdays Closed Tuesdays Shop 3/17 Lawson Arcade Phone orders welcome 6680 8443

SPECIAL $10 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. www.facebook.com/pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469

The only exclusively Vietnamese restaurant in town, this intimate space spilling out into a courtyard offers up fabulous dishes packed full of herbs, spices and varied textures. The traditionally light and healthy style of cuisine ensures the freshness and natural tastes of food are preserved as much as possible. It’s a popular spot so bookings are recommended.

Naked Treaties RAW Bar

Come hang out at the Famous Little Shop of Smiles!

Good Vibes, Abundant, Alive & Awesome NEW Menu.

Raw, Vegan, Local, Organic Grab & Go Made to Order BREAKFASTS, LUNCHES, Delectable RAW DESSERTS & ICE CREAMS. and Paleo. Gluten, Dairy Sublime Superfood GREEN SMOOTHIES, Iced Drinks & and Sugar free.

COLD PRESSED JUICES. 2/3 Marvell St Open 7 days, 7am till 4pm The BEST CHAI EVER, Organic COFFEE & SUPERFOOD

www.nakedtreaties.com.au hotties all on our own fluffy ALMOND Mylk.

GOODNESS never tasted SO GOOD! Insta #nakedtreaties

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MAIN STREET

Spice It Up Thai Restaurant

Fully Licensed Burger Bar

18 Jonson Street 6680 8832

$5 STONE AND WOOD TAP BEER EVERY FRIDAY

Open 7 days a week from 11.30am Group menu available (Bookings required)

Group bookings for up to 50 people available.

Please email mainstreetburgerbar@gmail.com.

FOLLOW US #mainstreet_burgerbar www.mainstreetburgerbar.com

Open Wednesday–Sunday Dine-in or Takeaway– from 5.30pm 6684 2209 Mullumbimby Bowling Club

Luscious Foods

Contemporary and Middle Eastern flavours

Mon-Fri 7.30am–3pm

Puremelt Organic artisan chocolate, brownies and fudge Chocolate Lounge made on site, made by hand with love and integrity

www.lusciousfoods.com.au

• Breakfast and lunch • Wood-fired pizzas • Fresh juices • Great coffee Pizza deliveries now available Thursday, Friday, Saturday nights to Sunrise, Arts & Industry Estate and Ewingsdale

The Restaurant @ Rae’s

Lunch and Dinner 7 days

1/6 Tasman Way, Byron Arts & Industry Estate BYO & RSVP 6680 8228

6–8 Marine Pde, Wategos Beach, Byron Bay Bookings essential 6685 5366 contact@raes.com.au raes.com.au

Treehouse on Belongil Full Cocktail & Wine Bar. Extensive Menu Includes Tapas, Mains, Desserts and Famous Woodfired Pizzas.

25 Childe St, Byron Bay 6680 9452

Cafe Novella Open 6.30am–4pm Sun– Wed, 6.30am–late Fri–Sat BYO & takeaway Bay Street opp Main Beach & Surf Club For bookings: 6685 7348

Station St, Mullumbimby Poincianamullum.com Open 7 days from 8am BAR Thurs - Sat DINNER Fri & Sat BOOK 6684 4036

Beachfront Dining Fresh Local Produce Seafood Degustation

Open seven days 8am to 9pm 62 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby 6684 3778 0431 428 108 www.yamancatering.com.au

Harvest sprawls across three lovingly restored buildings featuring a restaurant, deli and bakery in the historic village of Newrybar in the Byron Bay hinterland.

18-22 Old Pacific Highway Lunch 7 days from 12pm Newrybar NSW 2479 Dinner 7 nights from 6pm Breakfast weekends from 8am 6687 2644 Harvest Deli open from 8am with weekday breakfast available - Deli takeaway coffee from 7am harvestcafe.com.au Harvest is available for events, weddings and catering

Date night Friday - 2 mains & chef’s choice of entrée for just $40 every Friday night

OCEAN SHORES Coast Restaurant Open 7 days, a la carte menu & bar snacks

Happy Chilli Garden Open 7 days 12pm till late Byron St (opp Aldi) Byron Bay P 6680 9191 F 6676 4869 M 0403 516 793 happychilligarden@hotmail.com

Located in the Ocean Shores Country Club 6680 1809

Hong Kong chef specialising in Chinese and Malay foods

CELEBRATIONS Celebrations

77–97 Broken Head Road, Byron Bay

Open seven days: breakfast, lunch & dinner Thursday Farmers Market Dinner 2 courses $52 per person

Catering By Liz Jackson

BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management

Divine Catering Byron

KINGSCLIFF 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

The Local.

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

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DECK OPEN DAILY from 8AM for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake.

CATERING

Peaceful dining by our tranquil rainforest

Fins

COAST RESTAURANT Mon: Burgers and beer $15 Tue: Asian night, pan Asian menu changes weekly Wed: Schnitzel, chips, salad & gravy $10

Fully licensed Dine In / Takeaway / Home Delivery Available

Byron at Byron 6639 2111 thebyronatbyron.com.au

Traditional Yemen Food Choose from our delicious plates and experience the tastes of one of the oldest surviving distinct cultures in the world today.

Harvest

Bacon or Avo & Egg Roll + coffee just $12

Italian at the Pacific provides a bustling atmospheric restaurant, dishing up contemporary inspired Italian cuisine and some of Byron’s finest cocktails and wines.

follow your senses dining, music & social experience organic, spray free, vegan variety, quality local produce

NEWRYBAR

Italian at the Pacific Open for Dinner & Cocktails 7 days from 6pm till late Next to the Beach Hotel Bay Street 6680 7055 italianatthepacific.com.au

WINE, DINE, SHINE

Yaman

New summer menu out now!

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

Early Riser Special

20 years’ experience in the art of Thai cooking.

using the finest and purest, ethically sourced Open 7 days Mon–Thurs 7am–5.30pm, ingredients Wonderful award-winning coffee, chocolate and Fri, Sat 7am–8.30pm brownies.

Sun 8am-2pm 53 Stuart St, Mullumbimby Hot and cold and iced cacao drinks and delicious paleo ice creams.

0406 422 465

Poinciana

from 6.45am–8.30am every day

Experience the real taste of Thailand.

Using local produce, local staff.

Free courtesy bus provided for pick up and drop off!

Proudly celebrating 25 years as the dining destination for fine seafood.

‘Hats Off ’ dinner in conjunction with the SMH Good Food Guide, Sun 9th Oct. 5 Courses, $99pp.

Enquire now.

We have just launched an ENTIRE NEW MENU. Long lunches, romantic dinners or dining in our private room.

We look forward to welcoming you back to Fins.

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

Divine Catering for all your home dinner party catering needs.

Call Manfred 0417 551 312

0417 551 312 divinecateringbyron.com.au

for more info visit our website: www.divinecateringbyron.com.au

A new POP UP concept by the Fins team.

Everything is locally sourced, home grown and home made. Local wines, local spirits and local beers, THE LOCAL is pure, fresh and about simple great food.

Menu priced between $8–$28. Located beside FINS.

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Rachel Ayland has been running her bespoke shoemaking and leatherwork business on the Bangalow Industrial Estate for the past 15 years. Exciting news is that she is now offering classes in shoemaking and bagmaking at her workshop for 2–4 students at a time.

Total beginners or advanced students wanting to upgrade their skills.

If you are interested in having a fun, creative day in a relaxed, inspiring, safe environment contact her at www.bangalowshoemaking.com

PARADISE VALLEY EXHIBITION Mitch Gobel/Sally Mustang – Sun 13 till Sat 19 Nov

My New World – Mitch Gobel

Reflecting on a year spent in Byron – lessons learned, love shared and their transition into a new life.

Opening night: Saturday 12 November, Trader Trove, Miami, QLD. Tickets available.

Buyers are welcome to book a personal viewing with Mitch and Sal, Wednesday to Saturday.

Enquiries: mitch@mgracorporation.com www.mitchgobelresinart.com

RACHEL AYLAND Designer • Maker of Bespoke Footwear & Leatherwork Repairs & Alterations

t: 0266872255 m: 0403721840 www.bangalowshoemaking.com

Too Young for Tragedy – Mitch Gobel

PA R A D I S E VA L L E Y WORKS BY MITCH GOBEL AND SALLY MUSTANG

1 3 - 1 9 N OV TRADER TROVE 22 CHRISTINE AVENUE MIAMI, GOLD COAST

OPENING NIGHT 12 NOV LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE MITCHGOBELRESINART.COM

Flight – Mitch Gobel

New Moon – Mitch Gobel

DREAMLAND The NORPA creative team behind Railway Wonderland have made a new show set in the intimate surrounds of Eureka Hall in the Byron hinterland. Dreamland is a dreamscape of life in regional Australia.

Transporting us through different waves of settlement, from the traditional to hippy-dippy to tree-changers, Dreamland explores how communities adapt to change and renew themselves. Part shamanic ritual, part long night of the soul, Dreamland questions what it is to live in a community today – and answers with laughter.

Told through physical theatre, song, dance and humour, it is a celebration of the dance of life in all its mystery.

Dreamland was created as part of the Arts Northern Rivers If These Halls Could Talk project. Don’t miss out on what promises to be a magical theatrical adventure, inspired by local stories.

Running from November 23 until December 10.

For tickets call NORPA on 1300 066 772 or go to norpa.org.au.

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arts LLOYD REES ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH EXHIBITION Twenty-nine lithographs by renowned Australian artist Lloyd Rees, printed by master lithographer Fred Genis. These prints became one of his last projects spanning more than nine years before his death at age 93.

Tribute to Jorn Utzen – Lloyd Rees

These prints are a piece of Australian art history. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own your limitededition Lloyd prints.

Lone Goat Gallery 28 Lawson Street, Byron Bay (next to the library)

THE YEARLY ART POP-UP SHOP Vetran Tree – Lloyd Rees

Lloyd Rees – Original Lithograph Exhibition

By Master Printer Fred Genis at the Lone Goat Gallery – Byron Bay Current for three weeks from 18 Nov till 6 Dec 2016 From 10am till 4pm, 7 days a week.

Opening Night 18 Nov. Speaker Artist Rene Bolten at 6pm.

Artist Lloyd Rees (1895–1988) has a long-established reputation as one of the great explorers and poets of the Australian landscape. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to purchase your very own limited-edition Lloyd Rees print.

Contact: Lois Genis 0457 783 295

Lone Goat Gallery Byron Shire’s Community Gallery

instagram.com/fredgenis.lithos

28 Lawson St, Byron Bay Next to the library

facebook.com/fredgenislithographer

Originally started by the creative collective, The Industrialists is back this year with a slightly different lineup. This Saturday 12 November you can head to the BSA Project Space and pick up an artwork from respected artists James Guppy, Christine Willcocks, Michael Cusack, Travis Paterson, Sarah Harvey or Rick Shearman.

Expect to find a diverse range of paintings, drawings, and prints for one-day-only prices.

The Pop-Up Sale is on at the BSA Project Space at 112 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby, 10am–4pm.

For further information call 0431 034 892.

www.fredgenis.com

PROJECT SPACE

Upcoming Long Courses & Workshops ------------------------------------------------------------------------Christine Willcocks – Monoprinting 4 Wednesdays 9 - 30 Nov (Mullumbimby)

ART POP UP SHOP

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Michael Cusack – Working in Abstraction 5 Tuesdays 15 Nov - 13 Dec (Mullumbimby)

ONE DAY ONLY

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Kellie O’Dempsey – Expanded Drawing

Saturday 12th November

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Matt Baird – Expression Inspired by Music & Text

10:00 – 4:00pm

ARTWORK BY Christine Willcocks Travis Paterson James Guppy Sarah Harvey Rick Shearman Michael Cusack

Sat 12 & Sun 13 November (Bangalow)

Sat 19 & Sun 20 November (Bangalow)

-----------------------------------------------------------------------James Guppy – Painting with Acrylics Sat 26 & Sun 27 November (Bangalow)

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Rene Bolten – Still Life: An Excuse to Paint Sat 17 & Sun 18 December (Bangalow)

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Join us at BSA Project Space for exhibition openings most Fridays until the end of the year Visit our website for more information and to join our mailing list www.byronschoolofart.com

0431 034 892

| 112 Dalley Street Mullumbimby

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ART PIECE GALLERY

70 Burringbar St, Mullumbimby p. 6684 3446 artpiecegallery.com.au

BILLINUDGEL PICTURE FRAMING & GALLERY

7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel p. 6680 3444 billinudgelpictureframing.com.au

BSA PROJECT SPACE

Studal Lane, Mullumbimby p. 0431 034 892 byronschoolofart.com/projectspace

GEORGIE MADDOX STUDIO

PO Box 658, Bangalow NSW 2478 p. 0417 866 983 e. georgiemaddoxart@gmail.com georgiemaddoxart.com

JOHN STEWART CERAMICS STUDIO & GALLERY Open by appointment, 114 Stewarts Rd, Clunes p. 6629 1327 johnstewartsceramics.com

LISMORE REGIONAL GALLERY

131 Molesworth St, Lismore Tues–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 10am–2pm p. 6622 2209 lismoregallery.org

MULLUMBIMBY COMMUNITY ART GALLERY (DRILL HALL) 2 Jubliee Ave, Mullumbimby Tues & Thurs 10am–2pm, every 3rd Sat 10am–4pm Mullum Market. Gallery available for hire. mullum.potters@yahoo.com.au

NOEL HART STUDIO GALLERY

1/8 Smith St, Mullumbimby Industrial Estate, Mullumbimby p. 0417 042 951 noelhart.com

NORTHERN RIVERS COMMUNITY GALLERY

Cnr Cherry & Crane St, Ballina.

Open Wed–Fri 10am–4pm Sat/Sun 9.30am–2.30pm ballina.nsw.gov.au/nrcg

STOKERS SIDING ART GALLERY

224 Stokers Rd, Stokers Siding Fri–Mon 10am–4pm or by appt. p. 0407 417 169 stokerssidingartgallery.com.au

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

LONE GOAT GALLERY 28 Lawson St, Byron Bay p. 0409 004 542 lonegoatgallery.com

BYRON SCHOOL OF ART SHORT COURSES AND WORKSHOPS Both James Guppy and Michael Cusack have solo exhibitions currently showing in Sydney, but if you can’t get down to see the work in situ you can still enjoy working with them this November in their painting short courses and weekend workshops.

Students from Christine Willcocks’s monoprinting courses have produced some beautiful work this year and Chris brings this printing technique back by popular demand. We also have new workshops on offer such as Kellie O’Dempsey’s Expanded Drawing and Matt Baird’s Expressions Inspired by Music and Text.

And don’t forget the BSA Project Space has solo and group shows opening on most Friday nights until the end of the year; it’s a great way to see the diverse work of local artists including our current long-course students.

Visit our website for more information. www.byronschoolofart.com

BYRON SCHOOL OF ART

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Made in Mullum

TURNS 5!

Made in Mullum is a collective of twelve local makers, creators and artists, who provide an affordable retail space to start out. The twelve members share the cost of the space and the time it takes to keep the shop open six days a week.

Located in the iconic Old Bakery at 55 Burringbar Street, Made in Mullum is a thriving example of how sharing and working collectively can be of benefit to everyone. Shopping locally and buying locally made goods is a way to encourage and support your local economy. Every dollar spent goes directly back into the community.

Over the years the collective has supported more than twenty-five small local handmade businesses and has been going from strength to strength.

‘It’s our fifth birthday and we want to take this chance to thank everyone who has supported us over the years, and especially thank our local customers, without whom we would not be here today,’ says Lally Marshal, longtime collective member.

Come in this Friday, 11 November for 10 per cent off everything all day! There will also be a ‘handmade Christmas gift hamper’ raffled instore to raise funds for new shop fittings. Drawn just in time for Christmas!

MARGARET HOSIE ART EXHIBITION Margaret Hosie has an art exhibition displaying her art and student paintings that are available for sale at 27 Yamble Drive, Ocean Shores.

Margaret has been a teacher of art for many years and has art classes every Wednesday from 9am till 12pm.

Enquiries are most welcome, from novice to experienced art students.

Phone Margaret Hosie 6680 5508.

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MADE IN MULLUM 5th BIRTHDAY! Art Exhibition

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75 oil paintings will be on display from a vast variety of subjects and available to purchase.

19th & 20th November 9am to 5pm 27 Yamble Drive, Ocean Shores

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THE RAVEN T H I S F R I DAY AT T H E BRUNSWICK PICTURE H O U S E F E AT U R E S D O N I R AV E N , A H A U N T I N G S I L E N T F I L M , B AC K E D BY A L I V E PERFORMANCE OF ORIGINAL CO M P O S I T I O N S F E AT U R I N G T H E D O N I R AV E N BA N D.

From the misty mountaintops to a darkened canopy floor, you come to a burning fire; from there, you will stare deep within to find the wings of the raven revealed, along with a message: ‘Time to set your wrongs to right’. The Raven takes on a persona of its own, taking control of your life and laying down one man’s journey – all through silent film and live music.

How did you compose music scored to the film?

The film is presented alongside uniquely original compositions of love and loss, good and evil, backed by raw acoustics, edgy electrics and engaging vocals. Singer/ songwriter Doni Raven delivers his live performance with raw masculine energy and intensely honest lyrics that cut deep into the heart of the listener.

Tell me about the band.

The Echo spoke with Doni about his latest creative endeavour.

Tell me about the silent film. How did you make it?

Most of the film has been shot with hand-held cameras, filming wildlife and local scenery. I’m also fortunate to have a filmmaking friend who let me use some of his own footage.

It’s an eclectic collage of imagery with an arthouse flavour.

Well this is a first for me, both as a novice filmmaker and taking on the challenge of choreographing film to live music.

I already had all my music pre-production recordings that I used to help synchronise the footage together, so it was like putting together one long music video.

The band consists of five members. We all hail from different genres, backgrounds and even countries. On drums, Ben Keogh (Son of a Drum), Edward Kent on lead guitar, Russell Kereama on bass guitar, Fiona Dell on keyboard and backing vocals and myself, Doni Raven, on guitar and lead vocals.

Why do you think film and music interact so well? Do you feel that the combination creates otherworldly narratives?

It’s quite dark looking, produced in black and white, with gothic themes using time-lapse shots and haunting settings interlaced with still photography and vintage stock footage.

I think that music and film have very profound effects on all of us. I can still vividly remember movies I watched as a child just by the simple trigger of a song or even a musical phrase.

Music in film depicts the emotions happening on the screen; it enhances the love scenes, frightens us in horror films and uplifts us in the moments of clarity summing up a story’s meaning.

What is the concept for the night at the Picture House?

Why did you want to include film with your music?

What should we expect for the night at the Brunswick Picture House?

My aim was to bring various artforms together and create something very original; an evening of live entertainment that is purely focused on the arts. I’m really excited about being able to help promote local artist Sam Dennis, who makes bizarre, quirky sculptures and contemporary furniture from natural materials including wood and bones, It seemed to tie in very well with my theme. The whole reason behind wanting to have film backing my music was to give people a more theatrical experience and so they can get to know ‘Who is Doni Raven?’.

A night embracing the arts, where all things visually pleasing are served with good music, beautiful people and a nice atmosphere to relax and sip champagne in.

What is the feel that you went for in the film?

Special guest local visual artist Sam Dennis will also be displaying his latest works in the Brunswick Picture House garden.

Brunswick Picture House, Friday at 7pm.

Adult $18 Concession $15. Tickets available at www. brunwickpicturehouse.com.au or www.trybooking.com.

FLAWLESS FUEGO! This Saturday sees Tijuana Cartel’s guitarist/singer/ songwriter take to the stage at Coorabell Hall for Noche Del Fuego with his 3-piece outfit Black Rabbit George. He is also joined by visionary bohemian rocker Felicity Lawless and her band. A one-time Byron Shire resident, she had a pre-show natter with The Echo.

Tell me where are you based now.

I am based in the rolling green hills of Tallebudgera Valley in the Gold Coast.

What does your music mean to you?

My music is my joy and my connection to people and spirit. The rhythm of our heart is the very core of life itself and so my music is my life.

What is the essence of good songwriting?

Expressing beauty, integrity and truth. Good songwriting comes from freeing yourself to express deep emotions in sound without inhibitions.

How does a song form for you?

Some songs wake me up in the middle of the night demanding to be written; some I set out to ease my soul in times of distress; while some just pop out with my hardly noticing!

What is the song that you are proudest of, or means the most to you?

Love is the Answer off my new album Tails. It is about the cycles of life, joy and pain and being able to share that with people and always come back to love. It is also one of my favourite songs stylistically, blending quirky guitars with orchestral horn arrangements and soaring melodies.

What should we expect for your gig in Coorabell?

Awesome music and an uplifting space to dance, share, connect and indulge in auditory treats.

Saturday at Coorabell Hall at 7pm. Doors at 6pm. All ages $25. Tix evolvesphere@ yapsody.com or on the door.

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UNFAIR B’N’B, OPPORTUNISM AND YOU

called ‘affordable housing’. The biggest problem facing housing affordability in our area, and anywhere else as far as I see it, is rampant opportunism. You can’t regulate against that. It’s the stuff If you can do something to limit your own personal benefit of personal responsibility. for the greater good? benefit yourself, should you?

So what I’m asking is, are you a What if that thing you do to If it’s good for you then does good person? Are you able to benefit yourself has long-term it matter if it’s not good for put others before yourself? Or negative ramifications for othothers? And could you selfdoesn’t that count any more? I ers? What if your benefit is at regulate? Would you be willing was shocked to read that more the cost of others but this was to take less so that others with than 1,000 of the new studio/ never your intention? Are you less could have a little more? It granny-flat approvals in our still responsible? Does this make seems ironic that as kids we are region are rented on AirBnB. you ethically questionable? Are taught to share. Punished when The granny-flat plan was a you still a good person? we don’t. But when we grow up, quick fix for the many people we stop sharing. We hoard our in our area who required selfShould you be asked to limit assets and the privilege they contained single accommodayour benefit in the interest of bring as some sort of entitletion. Wrong. The granny-flat the greater good? Is that even ment bestowed on us through plan became a way to create a fair? If the system allows you new income stream. opportunities to profit, even at our economic worthiness. the expense of others, are you These are some of the philoWhy would you rent out a grancleansed of any moral impera- sophical questions we need ny flat for $300 a week when you tive to make more ‘ethical’ deci- to grapple with in the broader could rent it to holiday-makers sions? Would you be able to over summer for $1,200? Seems conversation about this thing S E E M O R E O F M A N DY O N E C H O N E T DA I LY W W W. E C H O. N E T. A U /S OA P - B OX

like a no-brainer. A friend calls it Unfair BnB. And it is.

Must really suck living in your car watching holiday-makers enjoy garden flats that you could be living in. I even heard of a woman and her kids who were renting a tent in someone’s backyard for $25 a night on AirBnB because they couldn’t find any long-term accommodation. What kind of monster rents a tent to a single mum for $25 a night? It’s sociopathic.

Imagine the difference to our housing market if 1,000 studios and small self-contained flats were made available to the many people in our region seeking accommodation. It would create an instant solution to the housing crisis, funnelling tourists back into approved and regulated tourist outlets and, at times of full occupancy, they’d be funnelled back to other re-

gions, letting the dollar inflation hit the holiday market instead of residential housing market.

I understand the plight of someone trying to subsidise their unaffordable mortgage by renting a garden flat to travellers at a price point that would be unaffordable to a long-term renter, but isn’t this part of the problem? One person’s profiteering creates the poverty of another. AirBnB has been an internet gateway for opportunism. Clean out a space, take a few pics, and whacko, you have ‘Byron Bay Garden Flat short walk to beach’.

If you can get $600 for your space, how hard is it to settle for $200? Capitalism has taught us that greed is good. Many of us don’t see the unaffordability problem as something we could change. We think it’s something the state government or council

should deal with. But the way I see it, no matter what happens, the human desire to profiteer always wins out. Housing affordability needs to be personalised.

We are all responsible.

If you are a landlord, would you drop your rent? Would you consider renting your AirBnB studio to a single mum? Would you be prepared to make a difference? Or does my suggesting this make you intensely uncomfortable? Do you think you’re as uncomfortable as the single mum with three kids living in a tent? I wonder.

Do you care about housing affordability?

All this and more, discussed at the Affordable Housing Rally – 10am Saturday at the Council Chambers, with an action forum at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club from 11am till 4pm.

Live Music

JESSE MORRIS BAND AT THE RAILS ON FRIDAY

ESSIE THOMAS AT THE BREWERY ON SATURDAY

ROOTS REGGAE SHAKEDOWN Local roots reggae legends the Jesse Morris Band are teaming up with the mighty munchkins from the Rosie Miss-chief Band for a couple of special local shows starting with the Rails on Friday from 7pm for a night of soul, roots and reggae rhythms. Saturday the Jesse Morris duo will be gracing the Sheoak Shack stage from 2pm followed by the Rosie Miss-chief Band from 7pm. And Sunday the Jesse Morris Band will be outside at the Sphinx Rock Cafe from 1pm in Mt Burrell.

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The newly refurbished Byron Brewery features live music Friday nights with suave Kings, fabulous Queens, cabaret and dance performances and local DJs. Saturday sees Essie Thomas take the stage at 2pm. Having just released her new album, Essie brings you her rusty soulful folk songs. Then later that evening Tess Latu brings her cool tropical north Queensland

ELENA’S FEET IN THE SAND Local musician Elena B Williams is about to release her new album Feet in the Sand.

For those of you not familiar with Elena’s music I’m sure you will be moved by the sound of her voice. With rave reviews from Donna Simpson (The Waifs) and Toni Childs, it’s easy to hear why.

WILLY MCELROY AT THE MULLUM FOLK CLUB AT THE DRILL HALL ON WEDNESDAY grooves with cool originals and creative renditions of your favourite tunes. And on Sunday if you’re looking for some serious beats, check out MRS at 2.30pm, straight from her set at Island Vibe festival.

Full of fun and sunshine, MRS brings her beautiful energy to the stage for the Sunday DJ sessions.

GET FOLKED WITH McELROY

Willy McElroy, formerly of the legendary Wild Zinnias, is returning to the Mullumbimby Folk Club on Wednesday 16 November. Willy is passionate, charming and charismatic, and his shows are always something special, as he shares

his stories in song about life, love and all of the madness in between, with reflections on the contemporary world woven into the mythology of his Irish roots. Willy’s new band The Immigrants have recently released their debut selftitled CD and this is a chance to experience him in a rare acoustic setting, showcasing some of this new material.

Chalkboard spots will be available from 6.30pm, so if you are an original singer/ songwriter and would like the opportunity to perform to a quiet, respectful audience, come along and put your name down.

Mullum Folk Club at the Drill Hall on Wednesday 16 November. Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm. Entry $7.50.

The album is inspired by a trip Elena took to Uluru and her connection with the land. It’s also inspired

by Elena’s personal life and you will hear that in songs such as Full Circles and Paper Boat. This is an album that plays on the heartstrings and may even bring a tear to the eyes.

With some great local, interstate and overseas musicians playing some outstanding accompaniment, you will not be disappointed with a blend of folk, soul, blues stylings and great lyrical content.

The album launch will be at South Golden Beach Community Centre on Sunday at 3–5pm, with support act Tom Francis. $20 at the door includes the new album and afternoon tea.

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DUSTIN TEBBUTT AT THE HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN ON SATURDAY

SO YOU HAVE YOUR TIX TO SEE ALUNA GEORGE AT FALLS FEST? GET YOUR CAR-PASS TICKETS NOW!

GET YOUR CAR A PASS TO FALLS!

You've gotta have an exit strategy. If you are heading to Falls Festival, you have to work out how to get there, and how to get home. So if you are driving, then car passes are on sale now! And hey, the more of you who share a ride, the cheaper parking gets. Car passes were introduced to the Lorne and Byron shows to encourage carpooling and to help reduce the number of vehicles onsite.

For all the carparking options go to fallsfestival.com.au/ byron-bay.

THE LOVE DYNASTY

Dynasty8 features the voices of Kathryn Walker, Janet Swain, Anita Kuhn, Brigid Kramer, Henry Pit, Barry Firth, Adrian Brett and Andrew Swain. This weekend they present a program of sweet, saucy, succulent madrigals and juicy love songs, as well as ecclesiastical music that will make you yearn to take the veil. Songs of Love, Loss & Longing, directed by Elizabeth Swain. Pure, simple and straight into your beating heart! Saturday at the Brunswick Memorial Hall in Brunswick Heads and Sunday at Jasper Corner in Federal.

Both shows start at 4pm. $20/25 at the door.

DUSTIN AT THE NORTHERN

Falling for the northern hemisphere, the notion of life in winter and the appeal of a hibernation far away, Dustin Tebbutt relocated to Sweden for two years to write and record music.

The result was a tenderly

sculpted album about that move to the other side of the world. The things he left or lost along the way, and the person who came back.

Dustin is able to craft sublime harmonies with golden tinges, and his new single is a song of awakening; a song about falling in love, then getting up and seeing the world in a whole new way. He plays the Hotel Great Northern on Saturday.

MATTY PLAYS FALLS

The votes are in and the public has spoken! Falls Music & Arts Festival promoters today announced Tweed Shire singer/songwriter Matty Rogers has scored a paid slot on the Falls Byron 2016 lineup via the Foster a Band initiative. Matty will take to the Falls Byron stage in front of a sellout crowd, alongside the likes of Childish Gambino, London Grammar, Grandmaster Flash, The Avalanches and more!

Matty Rogers has been creating and performing his original music throughout Australia for the last 12 years and his unique blend of blues, folk, and rock has seen him perform alongside some of the best in the business. His percussive guitar style and high-energy foot stomping (kick and snare) make for a big sound. His new EP Walk to the Water (produced

by Aria-winning Stuart Stuart) is off to a great start with national and international radio stations already jumping on board. In his live shows, Matty is known for being highly entertaining with a soulful, rock-out, laughout-loud nature and loves to get the crowd rocking – perfect for Falls!

Falls Music & Arts Festival expanded its popular and long-running Foster a Band

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initiative to include Falls Byron this year, giving Falls fans across Australia the chance to vote for an up-and-coming northern rivers act to join the 2016 Byron lineup. Each act was nominated by a local media outlet, helping introduce local talent to the Falls community. With close to two thousand people voting via the Falls website, the running was close between Matty Rogers (fostered by Tweed Valley Weekly), Byronbased grunge rockers The Badlands (fostered by Byron Bazaar), alt-rock four-piece PTLS (fostered by Common Ground) and electronic outfit Tralala Blip (fostered by Byron Shire Echo).

‘We had an incredible range of northern rivers talent in our first Foster a Band comp and a great response from voters,’ said Falls Byron director Brandon Saul.

‘Congratulations to Matty Rogers and welcome to the lineup! We’d like to thank all the local acts, media outlets, and the community for getting behind Foster a Band’s first outing in Byron. We look forward to showcasing more local talent and growing the initiative in years to come.’

Falls Festival in Byron, running 31 December till 2 January. Local release tix coming soon. Watch this space.

POP CRIMES AT BILLI Pop Crimes Festival is an intimate daytime (into the night) community event for the Byron Shire.

Featuring gothic and desert blues, outlaw country, garage punk, folk and rock'n'roll with the likes of Los Pintar, The Delicates, Rhyece O'Neill Band, Donny Love, Jim & Bob and Jez Mead & The Golden Mile and DJs Stevie Starz and Nick Taylor.

Billinudgel Hotel on Saturday 26 November.

FINDING SAHARA What you see is what you get. A young woman who has found her passion, and her place on the stage and in the hearts of her adoring fans.

How did you come to find your authentic voice as a performer? Is it hard to work out who you are onstage and in the studio without contriving something that isn’t you?

I used to struggle a lot with how I should act onstage until I realised I should just perform and act how I feel because everyone who inspires me are people who have not put on an act onstage but merely emphasise their personality onstage.

What have you learnt along the way about who Sahara Beck is onstage… and off?

I have learnt that onstage I stop caring about what people are thinking about me. I try to take that with me offstage but of course offstage I’m not Sahara Beck any more, I’m just Sahara. Sahara who gets sick and has many faults. But being Sahara Beck onstage has given me freedom to be okay with who I am offstage because I am able to express the extreme sides of my personality onstage.

How important is being an independent artist? What limitations does it have? What freedoms?

I have had a lot of help from a lot of people.

THERE ARE NO BIG N A M E P RO D U C E R S O R OV E R-T H E TO P ST Y L I ST S F O R SAHARA BECK. I like being able to have the final say on what I do with my music; however, the label I work with currently gives me a lot of freedom and trust in what I do.

Who are the songwriters who first touched you?

I grew up listening to a lot of classical music and loved it because you paint the picture in your mind, stories beyond words. Songwriters though… maybe Radiohead. I’ve always been pulled more towards melody than lyrics. I remember Robert Plant waking me up musically with his voice and the feeling and emotion he would express through it.

What is your process for writing a song?

My process is always different. Sometimes I start with lyrics and write a melody around them but I usually start with a melody that pops into my head and write the words to it and the surrounding music.

What is the song you are proudest of?

I don’t have one song that I am proudest of, they’re all different colours to me. If one were missing the others wouldn’t be as powerful.

What should we expect for your show at Mullum Music Festival?

A really good time!

Sahara Beck plays Mullum Music Festival 17–20 November.

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GETTING A TASTE OF YOURSELF T W E N T Y- E I G H T-Y E A R- O L D C A I T LY N CO O K I S A TA N T R I C S E X P R AC T I T I O N E R .

This was not the planned career path for a young woman who started out modelling and then found herself working as a policy analyst in New Zealand.

It was in seeking help for her anxiety, depression and body issues that tantra found her, and Caitlyn found her way back to a more loving relationship with herself.

‘I was seeing a mindfulness therapist to develop more healthy ways of feeling about myself. I had my first tantric experience at 23. It was one of the first moments that I started experiencing my body in a more mindful way.

I wasn’t resisting parts or trying to run towards a more perfect version of myself. I was just being with who I was compassionately.

‘For me, not being physically beautiful was dangerous. I worried I wouldn’t be loveable. I wouldn’t be exceptional. It was important that I looked a certain way. I had incredible sexual anxiety because of the way I felt about my body and a real obsession about looking good.’

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It was at a tantric workshop in New Zealand that Caitlyn found her way back to connecting with her body.

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Caitlyn continued training until she started to run her own workshops. Her inspiration was to create workshops that could appeal to her younger friends who felt alienated by what they perceived as ‘scary sex stuff’.

‘I decided to create my own super-accessible tantric workshops so my friends could come and experience the fucking awesomeness that I had found.’

In her Taste of Love workshop, Sex, God & Cellulite, Caitlyn will be taking people through a mindfulness approach to the body.

Sex, God & Cellulite, a practical workshop about your body at Australia’s biggest tantra festival, The Taste of Love Festival, 20–22 January.

For more program and tickets go to www.tasteoflove.com.au.

INTERNATIONAL COMEDIAN HEADLINES BIG GIG COMEDY NIGHT OF BLING

This year’s New Years Eve Big Gig comedy show at the Ballina RSL features international comedy star Gordon Southern. MC and Bling Queen Mandy Nolan is thrilled to be hosting what she says is ‘the most iconic comedy gig on the coast’. She believes that moving to a more intimate location at the Ballina RSL Bowling Club is going to make the night even more exclusive, so it’s a better reason to get those tickets quickly!

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‘I enjoyed the feeling of shedding cultural baggage and rules about how I should be. The beautiful thing is you go at your own pace, you are never pressed to go faster. For me, saying No was so powerful; it was the first time I claimed my authentic desire about what I wanted instead of what I thought I should want.’

‘We will be experiencing the body like you have never experienced it before, with really loving attention, enjoying ‘I was raised as a Christian. My family was extremely Christian, the sights the smells, the tastes of the body, your own body and in some ways I was so happy to throw off these rules – basically giving that loving attention you would give to about what I could do with my body, whom with and how…’ your lover, the sensation of your hair under your fingers, but But it was her deeper issues around self-acceptance that your own body, sending that to yourself. Experiencing the continued to drive her forward. body through movement and then going through some paired practices. Expressing verbally and physically the ways ‘I did Women’s Studies at university. I had the problem that we would love to think about or feel about our bodies.’ you are too smart to have; that was why I didn’t tell anyone for a long time that I had bulimia. I noticed also with how Tantric sex practice was life changing for Caitlyn, something performance oriented I was during sex. Mainstream porn has that inspired her to share with others. infused into our normal way of viewing sex.

‘I didn’t know that sex could be like dancing, that it has Porn is all about the cock, all about achieving the goals. energy and rhythm, that you can make love with energy. I didn’t know that until I started exploring tantra. Why didn’t I wondered if I had only been taught to have sex by women anyone tell me this? It can be very transcendental – it’s not who had never seen porn how would that look?

‘What does a more feminine approach to sexuality look like? just genitals.’

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‘It was a workshop with 200 people with really simple practices, where you pair up to explore connection, vulnerability, pleasure, playfulness; the playful fun innocence. I thought is this what it can feel like? It slowly built up from there – I kept going to workshops. The next year I did my first tantric training, a week-long experience… that was totally life changing.

UK COMEDIAN GORDON SOUTHERN HEADLINES BIG GIG NYE COMEDY AT THE BALLINA RSL BOWLING CLUB. TIX ARE LIMITED AND ON SALE NOW.

cruises. Laidback, insightful and impossible not to love, Greg Sullivan never fails to bring home the comedy bacon. So make the night something special, wear your finest blingiest bling, and be part of the comedy sparkle this New Years Eve! Saturday 31 December. Doors 6.30pm. Show 8pm. Show tickets $30. 18+ show. Tickets available at the club or online at ballinarsl.com.au.

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This Sunday at Mevlana experience a multicultural and contemporary dance and singing performance to celebrate cultural inclusion.

Gordon Southern is the Indigenoise (young and international world clown. His upcoming local Indigenous upbeat and energetic delivery artists will open the show) combined with his fantastically followed by Maya Seven star funny observational Mohani and the Hilal Egyptian comedy and quick-witted Dancers, Louise El Bari Flamenco improvisation has secured his with live music, Mana Aloha place as an audience favourite Hula, Rebeka Ray and Zorba all over the world. Gordon is the Greeks! This is a fundraiser a regular at many of the top to support asylum seekers. clubs including the famous Proceeds from event will go London Comedy Store. Joining to Federal Loves Refugees.

Mandy Nolan and Gordon Prepaid tickets essential $20 Southern is Big Gig favourite, at Mullum bookshop (only 50 Greg Sullivan, one of the available), Mohani 0435 635 822. most in-demand acts on the 4pm at Mevlana, 42 Bilin Road, increasingly popular comedy Myocum.

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ENTERTAINMENT the 80s. Lloyd Rees came to lithography late in his career, well into his 80s.

These prints show an intimate collaboration between artist and printer. He very much enjoyed the medium and the relationship with Fred.

These became one of his last projects before his death at the age of 93.

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THE STORY OF DIRTY TOWN

BROADS, BUMS ANDBURLESQUE BURLESQUE DANCER NINA JEF TIC H A S P U T TO G E T H E R A N E XC I T I N G N E W S H O W C A L L E D E V E RY T H I N G BURLESQUE, WITH SASSY NEW P E R F O R M A N C E S T H AT W I L L H AV E YO U E N T H R A L L E D !

What is the concept for Everything Burlesque?

The concept of Everything Burlesque is to present an entertaining mix of fun and exciting pieces from different musicals, famous choreographers, and different artforms that embraces cheekiness, sexiness, sensuality, and femininity that empowers women to stand proud and strong. My show is more about presenting the entertainment side of burlesque, making it more accessible to a wider audience.

Don’t miss a Close Encounter of the Recycling Kind written, evolved and presented by Byron Community Primary School. It tells the story of Dirty Town, a town that really lives up to its name, and the town’s fight to win the Spick and Span Trophy from their arch-rival, Tidy Town.

You’ll see aliens, spies and robots, incredible music from local talents Michael Turner and Brian Watt. Be thrilled by songs that you know and love – Sadie the Cleaning Lady, Smoke on the Water and Jack Johnson’s 3 Rs. Byron Theatre, 6pm, Thursday 24 and Friday 25 November.

For tickets go to Byron Theatre website or the centre.

LITHOGRAPHS AT THE LONE GOAT

Don’t miss Lloyd Rees’s Original Lithography Exhibition at Lone Goat Gallery in Byron this month.

Featuring 30 lithographs by renowned Australian artist Lloyd Rees, printed by master lithographer Fred Genis over a period of nine years during

Lloyd loved nature; the last edition of prints, with the support of Bob Brown, became a donation for the Wilderness Society, funding the Franklin River Dam protest in Tasmania.

Opening night at Lone Goat Gallery, Byron, Friday 18 November 6pm.

THE WHORE STORY Set in rural USA in the 1970s, Ballina Players’ production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas is lively, colourful and funny.

One of the most entertaining features is the behaviour of the politicians over the controversial local institution, the Chicken Ranch, and calls for its closure.

A real brothel named the Chicken Ranch operated near La Grange, Texas, for 68 years until the 1970s and was the inspiration for the one in the musical.

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Written by Larry L King and Peter Masterson, and directed by Paul Belsham, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas will be staged at the Players Theatre from 18 November 18 till 4 December, Thursdays to Saturdays 8pm, Sundays 2pm.

Book online at www. ballinaplayers.com.au or at Windrose Travel, 6686 6566 (a booking fee applies).

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What is burlesque? And what constitutes an act?

I believe burlesque is the art of engaging an audience in the lure of fun, frivolity and sensuality in an exciting surprise package!

How does burlesque differ from stripping?

Burlesque is an artform that has quite a hierarchy and following among the ages and has been around for centuries. It focuses more on the art than just taking off your clothes. There are burlesque schools all over the world teaching the art and its various techniques.

Why do you think burlesque has enjoyed such a comeback?

Burlesque has had quite a comeback owing to its current trend of styling in the 50s pin-up girl. Movies such as Burlesque starring Christina Aguilera, and Chicago, have certainly had an impact on the mainstream understanding of burlesque.

What surprises do you have in store for your upcoming show?

We have so many surprises in store that they are too exciting to mention. We have a piece in the show choreographed by ‘Marko Panzic’ that will knock your stockings off! I cannot wait to perform!

Two shows only, Byron Theatre Friday 18 & Saturday 19 November, 7.30pm. Tickets are $38/33 and can be purchased online at www.byroncentre.com.au.

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TAURUS: Though Taurans are sometimes change resistant, Jupiter in Venus-ruled Libra can turn it into a pleasant adventure. Venus energy is invitational, so this week’s brief is to shape your earthy self into a magnetic container for magic to happen. How, you ask? By imitating nature’s ever-changing ingenuity.

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GEMINI: As Mars transitions from personal ambitions to the sign of cross-pollination and group activities, and Jupiter renders the fabric of this week receptive to unusual collaborations, Gemini’s glass of bubbly fizzes over with multiple financial, professional and social possibilities. During which your directive is to stay absolutely practical, focused and on track.

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CANCER: With Jupiter settled comfortably in your home zone, other less domestic transits beckon as this week introduces frolicsome accomplices and saucy ideas – accompanied by an invisible troupe of personal doubts and demons you haven’t yet made friends with. Bid these backstage personalities welcome; after all, they’re family too.

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CAPRICORN: While this week’s conniption fits might warrant a brusque or impatient response, Jupiter in Libra urges more rewarding alternatives. It’s currently animating the rejigging of your usual go-to styles, fallback defaults and knee-jerk reactions.

How? By crafting new, upgraded goaty interactions that promote more collaborative accord.

LEO: The language of astrology describes our personal relationship to the collective dynamic, and Jupiter in Libra speaks to the artform that is your life. If you’re on an assertive spurt this week, resist exaggerating that into what others might feel as forceful. Create the atmosphere most inviting to the outcome you want.

VIRGO: We all know by now that what we focus on grows. Virgos can’t help seeing flaws and shortcomings, but you also recognise what’s worth expanding. This week Jupiter in Libra says keep looking, looking, looking till you find the beauty in each situation. And when you do fortune will follow, sure as your shadow.

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SCORPIO: It’s been said art is 80 per cent invisible – that we see 20 per cent and feel the other 80 per cent.

Jupiter in Libra’s about the art of living, and this week it rewards detecting, investigating and addressing the undercover and hidden. Ferreting out lingering resentments, shaking hands with your closet’s secret skeletons. Call it shadow dancing…

AQUARIUS: Energy-charged Mars barging into your sign issues a call toward freedom from some kind of limiting situation via a sudden insight, breakthrough inspiration or decisive determination to make a change. Though contradictory emotions are percolating, Jupiter in Libra advises steering clear of extremes: either too full-on or total switch-off.

PISCES: Jupiter in Libra’s about the art of learning gracefully, and there’s currently no shortage of lessons.

Going with the flow is your thing, and this week certainly needs your swishy expertise. By the time lateweek moon swims into your sign, the jolly job you’ve made of it should shower you with grateful appreciation.

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CULTURE DAY OF THE DEAD AT CRYSTAL CASTLE

The annual Day of the Dead ceremony is an opportunity for everyone to come together to honour and remember loved ones who have died, are dying, or who are lost to us in some way.

Although it has the same name as the South American celebration, this is a uniquely Australian cultural experience, open to any religion, spirituality, belief or culture.

An opportunity to celebrate and create positive social and cultural change. The Day of the Dead is a wonderful way to introduce children to death

and positive way.

As part of the NDCC (Natural Death Care Centre) local celebrant and deathwalker Zenith Virago will facilitate the event, starting with the creation of a community shrine of photos and personal mementos, as well as writing messages for loved family members or friends.

Crystal Castle gates open with free entry at 3.30pm, art from 4pm, then 5–6pm Zenith will conduct an inclusive Ceremony of Love & Remembrance accompanied by the Biggest Little Town Choir. At the close of the ceremony participants can choose to join a silent procession along the Rainforest Walk to the sacred grove, the Forest of Friends and Family, to leave their crafted mementos, which will

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NORPA 2017 SEASON LAUNCH EVENT, THURSDAY 10 NOVEMBER, 6PM AT LISMORE CITY HALL slowly return to the earth.

All are welcome to the Day of the Dead celebrations this Sunday. Crystal Castle from 3.30pm.

LGBT FANCY FORMAL

The inaugural LGBT+ and friends Youth Fancy Formal will be held at the YAC in Byron Bay on Saturday.

This celebratory event has been made possible with a grant from the Mental Health Association of NSW (sponsored by ACON), donation from community member, the legendary Stephen Allkins, king of the 80s DJ scene in Sydney and a Small Change grant successfully gained by Raani Nichols, who is also a member of Byron Youth Theatre (BYT).

Raani came up with the idea of holding a Fancy Formal and together with Lisa Apostolidesthey have gained more support and connections to create the event. LGBT+ youth groups from Tweed and Lismore will also be attending.

The evening commences at 6pm with mocktails and canapes being served by young people studying Hospitality and Event Management through TAFE at the YAC, followed by three short performances by BYT cast members of No One Way and a 15-minute open mic session. The rest of the

WOMEN LIKE US, ONE FINAL SHOW AT THE BYRON THEATRE AT THE COMMUNITY CENTRE ON 9 DECEMBER evening will see awesome DJs mixing it up for the young people attending.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.eventbrite. com.au/e/lgbt-andfriends-fancy-formaltickets-28271625192.

JACKIE LOEB & GRETEL KILLEEN – WE DON’T LIKE YOUNG PEOPLE Australian stage and screen legends Jackie Loeb and Gretel Killeen have joined forces again to storm Sydney and NSW with their hit show, We Don’t Like Young People.

You’ve seen them individually as comic casts or guests on most TV shows nationally; you might have heard them on radio, read their writing or sung along to their songs.

But you’ll kick yourself if you don’t see them live with their encore show owing

to popular demand at The Comedy Store and additional shows around NSW with We Don’t Like Young People.

Jackie Loeb has recently won Best Standup Comedian at the 2016 Mo Awards so these will be her first Australian shows since her return from the USA. Gretel and Jackie say, ‘Young people should be seen and not heard until they’re at least forty. We don’t like young people, in particular we don’t like good-looking, confident young people who are in love.

So we’re starting a revolution!

We’ve had enough of their clear-skinned selfie smiles and deluded optimism. It’s time to set the record straight with our inspiring tales of the futility of life, the agony of love and the joys of being broke, old and sexless. Yay!’ Join bitterly hilarious life warriors, Jackie Loeb and Gretel Killeen, for a night that you will never forget… but

DAVID BROZA AT THE BYRON THEATRE AT THE COMMUNITY CENTRE SUNDAY 20 NOVEMBER they very well might.

‘Sharp comic storytelling’ – The Sydney Morning Herald ‘Must See!’ – LA Weekly ‘Non-Stop Funny’ – The LA Examiner ‘The Highlight…’ – The Sydney Morning Herald Ocean Shores Country Club, Saturday 10 December 8.30pm. $35, bookings 6680 1008.

2017 SEASON LAUNCH EVENT NORPA are so excited about the shows they’re bringing us next year they’re going to reveal all with a fabulous free event on Thursday 10 November.

What gives? Why are NORPA announcing their 2017 season in November 2016?

Strategically, this brings the NORPA 2017 season launch

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ENTERTAINMENT in line with the industry and other performance centres, as well as global artists and their touring calendars. It’s also a bonus for audiences, meaning you can snap up tickets before the holiday season.

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Subscription packages and all individual shows will go on sale at the launch.

Gift vouchers will also be available. Can you think of a better Christmas present for the arts lover in your life?

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NORPA 2017 Season Launch Event, Thursday 10 November, 6pm at Lismore City Hall Free event. All welcome.

Please RSVP to rsvp@norpa. org.au by 4pm, Monday 7 November 2016.

For more info visit www. norpa.org.au.

EXTERMINATE! EXTERMINATE! Doctor Who fans are in for a treat with the screening of Doctor Who: The Power of the Daleks at the Byron Theatre this week. Lost since its premiere on the BBC 50 years ago, the full six-part story has now been meticulously animated and will feature added bonus content including interviews with members of the original cast. The Power of the Daleks is the missing third serial of the fourth season of Doctor Who. No complete film recordings or master negatives of The Power of the Daleks are known to have survived an archive purge in 1974. This brand-new animation is recreated from original audio, photographs, and surviving film clips.

If that is not enough, the event will feature bonus content including interviews with members of the original cast!

Saturday at the Byron Theatre.

6.30pm. Ticket Price $25 / 20.

BY JOHN CAMPBELL

If you are going to live a lie, there is no point in being half-hearted about it. To the chagrin of his beautiful wife Isabel (Alicia Vikander), Tom the lighthouse keeper (Michael Fassbender) just can’t stop himself from doing what he thinks is the right thing in this sometimes touching but mostly mawkish and terribly slow handwringer. Set in Western Australia (full marks to the location scout), Tom, returned from the annihilation of WWI, accepts the job of maintaining the lighthouse on the windswept island of Janus – the constant wind and grey skies provide no respite from the movie’s glum tone. He marries Isabel and they set up house with the chooks and goats and candles, making occasional visits to the mainland on salty Jack Thompson’s ferry.

Grief descends on the lovers when Isabel has two miscarriages – the second is a truly agonising scene. But lo and behold, almost immediately after that tragedy, a rowboat with a swaddled baby girl and her dead father is washed ashore. (How DID he die? It’s never explained.) If that is not enough of a coincidence to make you guffaw, you will easily accept the proposition that the childless couple then decide to raise the kid, whom they name Lucy, as their own. After an exhausting first act, the nut of the problem, what the story is all about, is confronted when This is one of those Russian doll movies – you keep lifting the the real mother, Hannah (Rachel Weisz), makes a belated appearance. That Isabel’s parents lid on one puzzle only to find another within it. It is also the or Thompson have never mentioned her loss stretches credibility. After Tom sees Hannah first that I can ever remember seeing in which the super-tough mourning at her dead baby’s good guy is both autistic and capable of shooting the eye headstone in the churchyard out of a rockmelon (or cantaloupe, as the Yanks so foolishly where he and Isabel have say) from a mile distant. If my tone is mocking, however, it’s taken Lucy to be christened – not because I didn’t enjoy the movie – it’s a cracking good it is pure Thomas Hardy – he cloak-and-dagger (or semi-automatic rifle) adventure, with two is overwhelmed by the moral genuinely surprising ‘reveals’ at the end. The body count starts dilemma. Can the secret be in the first scene as we witness a downtown shootout, its cause kept? Will a wise Solomon not made clear until much later in the piece as the narrative is emerge to ease the crises of stitched together in what are now mandatory time-jumps. A conscience? Vikander does genius with numbers, Christian (Ben Affleck) is an accountant enough emoting for a handful who cooks the books of multinationals and shady characters of roles and Fassbender tends from the Middle East to the Far East to the Mexico drug cartels. to overdo the steadfast but Interestingly, his violent, entirely mercenary career has been troubled quiet man, but viewed by director Gavin O’Connor through the lens of the Florence Clery as the little girl nurture v nature debate, as Christian’s dad, an army major, is delightful. had insisted that attack is the best form of defence in treating the boy’s autism. When Christian is hired by a multinational prosthetics manufacturer (John Lithgow) to identify who is responsible for a long-running embezzlement discovered by a minor employee, Dana (Anna Kendrick), the US Treasury and a mob of killers with enough weaponry to recapture Mosul from IS get involved. The relationship between Christian and Dana might have been more developed, for the pair generate a cute and quirky spark, but romance always takes a back seat to intrigue and killing in this sort of flick. Everybody plays their part to perfection, including the reliable JK Simmons as the jaded government agent nearing retirement and John Bernthal as Brax, the supportive brother with whom Christian has lost touch. There are guns galore, but if you can get past that the story is riveting and the production glossy.

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SATURDAY 12 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON BERNARD FANNING & DUSTIN TEBBUTT RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM HOMBRES BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8PM BYRON VIBES BYRON BREWERY 2PM ESSIE THOMAS 7PM TESS LATU BYRON THEATRE 2PM & 7.30PM BYRON BALLET’S A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM STICKY WICKET, BYRON 9PM LOCAL DJS 9.30PM THE WEATHER MEN WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 9PM DJ JAMIE TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 7.30PM ANGIE HUDSON PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 7PM KIM SOUZA COORABELL HALL 7PM NOCHE DEL GUEGO WITH BLACK RABBIT GEORGE, FELICITY LAWLESS BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM CHRIS ARONSTEN BRUNSWICK HEADS JERRY CAN RIDE BRUNSWICK MEMORIAL HALL 4PM DYNASTY8 CHAMBER CHOIR’S SONGS OF LOSS, LOVE & LONGING BRUNSWICK HOTEL 7PM THE HIGH ROLLERS SOUNDSHELL, BRUNSWICK HEADS 10PM DAVID ICKE APPRECIATION SOCIETY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. CONVERSATION TOPIC: LIZARDS'N'STUFF FEDERAL HALL 4PM PADDINGTON 8PM RAMS MULLUMBIMBY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10AM HOUSING

NEEDS RALLY MULLUMBIMBY EX-SERVICES CLUB 11AM HOUSING NEEDS FORUM MULLUMBIMBY SHOWGROUNDS 10AM MULLUMBIMBY SHOW 12.30PM CLELIA ADAMS & RIVER VALLEY EXPRESS 5.30PM THE NEW BLACK LULU’S, MULLUMBIMBY 11AM SAM BUCKINGHAM BALLINA RSL BOWLING CLUB 6PM GUY KACHEL BALLINA RSL BOARDWALK 7PM LADY LEE & THE JAZZY KATS MARY G’S, LISMORE PINK ZINC PHOENIX RISING, NIMBIN 12.30PM JOE O’KEEFE SHEOAK SHACK, FINGAL HEAD 2PM JESSE MORRIS DUO 7PM ROSIE MISSCHIEF KINGSCLIFF BEACH HOTEL 7PM ARCHIE RYE DUO KINGSCLIFF BOWLING CLUB 7.30PM PRELOVES CABARITA SPORTS CLUB DIRTY RIVER DUO CHINDERAH TAVERN 6PM SALLY SA DUO SOUTH TWEED SPORTS CLUB 2.30PM JAZZ JAM 7.30PM GEMINI SEAGULLS, TWEED HEADS 7.30PM ROCKKS COOLANGATTA SANDS HOTEL 8.30PM EUREKA FUNK

SUNDAY 13 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON JESSE PUMPHREY RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM DEMON DRINK BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 4.30PM FLOYD VINCENT & THE TEMPLE DOGS 8PM DE LA SOUL BYRON BREWERY 2.30PM DJ MRS

LOOKING FOR A NIGHT OUT?

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

presented by Byron Ballet

Friday 11 - Sunday 13 November Check website for times & details Tickets: Full $33 | Child U18 $22 | Family (2+2) $88

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BYRON MUSIC SOCIETY YOUTH CONCERT

presented by Byron Music Society

Sunday 13 November, 1pm Tickets: Adult $16.50 | Child U18 $11.50

THE BEST OF INSIDERS with Barrie

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Cassidy, presented by Byron Writers Festival Monday 14 November 6pm Tickets: General $35 | Members & Students $30 www.byronwritersfestival.com

NOVEMBER

THE AUDIENCE – National Theatre Live Screening, starring Helen Mirren, presented

by Byron Theatre

Wednesday 16 November, 1pm Tickets: Full $25 | Conc $23 | Group of 10+ $15 | Age 13+

DOCTOR WHO: THE POWER OF THE DALEKS, presented by Byron Theatre Wednesday 16 November, 6.30pm Tickets: Full $25 | Concession $20 | Age 13+

Enjoy a drink at the Theatre Bar Meeting rooms for hire Byron Community Centre 69 Jonson Street, Byron Bay | www.byroncentre.com.au

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ENTERTAINMENT BYRON GOLF CLUB 4PM OOZ BYRON THEATRE 1PM BYRON MUSIC SOCIETY’S YOUTH CONCERT 6PM BYRON BALLET’S A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 2PM SUNDAY DJS SUN BISTRO, SUNRISE 5PM CHRIS ARONSTEN BRUNSWICK HOTEL 4PM FRANK SULTANA & THE SINISTER KIDS BRUNSWICK BOWLING CLUB 7PM SYDNEY HOTSHOTS MULLUMBIMBY SHOWGROUNDS 10AM MULLUMBIMBY SHOW 11AM THE REAL JARRAH CRYSTAL CASTLE, MULLUMBIMBY 3.30PM DAY OF THE DEAD CEREMONY WITH ZENITH VIRAGO MEVLANA, MYOCUM 4PM OFFERINGS FROM THE HEART TO SUPPORT ASYLUM SEEKERS JASPER CORNER, FEDERAL 4PM DYNASTY8 CHAMBER CHOIR’S SONGS OF LOSS, LOVE & LONGING OCEAN SHORES COUNTRY CLUB 1PM RAKU O’GAIA SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH COMMUNITY CENTRE 3PM ELENA B WILLIAMS + TOM FRANCIS CLUB LENNOX 4PM MAD MULE ELTHAM HOTEL 1PM MICK BUCKLEY & BELLE HENDRIK KINGSCLIFF HOTEL 3PM FOZZY BEAR CHILLINGHAM MARKET 8AM BAILEY JACOBSEN CHINDERAH TAVERN 2.30PM THE TRIPLE JS PHOENIX RISING, NIMBIN 10AM SONIC BLISS 12.30PM RIVERSIDE JAZZ SPHINX ROCK, MT BURRELL 1PM JESSE MORRIS BAND SOUTH TWEED SPORTS CLUB 12PM CALDERA COUNTRY MUSIC COOLANGATTA SANDS HOTEL 4PM ROCKKS

MONDAY 14 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON DAN HANNAFORD RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM

BRUCE WORRALL BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8.30PM 4’20’ SOUND REGGAE BYRON THEATRE 6PM THE BEST OF INSIDERS WITH BARRIE CASSIDY WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 9PM DJ OVAL TATTS HOTEL, LISMORE 7.30PM COD SQUAD

TUESDAY 15 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON XXXXX RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM CHRIS ARONSTEN BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8PM MUSICAL BINGO BYRON PUBLIC SCHOOL 7.15PM NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ ANTIBAD & DJ ASH BARLOW BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM BRACKETS OPEN MIC BRUNSWICK HOTEL NATURAL DEATH CARE CENTRE GATHERING BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 7PM DEADLY DESIRES – THE PRICE WILDLIFE PAYS FOR OUR TRENDS + Q&A JEN CROES WITH MANDY NOLAN ST JOHN’S HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 7PM ECSTATIC TEMPLE DANCE NEW BRIGHTON FARMERS MARKET 8AM LEZ KARSKI LENNOX HOTEL 6PM ROB SARIC

WEDNESDAY 16 RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM TULLARA COLLINS BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8.30PM GUY KACHEL TRIO BYRON THEATRE 1PM THE AUDIENCE 6.30PM DOCTOR WHO: THE POWER OF THE DALEKS STICKY WICKET, BYRON 9PM PHIL & TILLEY WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 9PM DJ JAMIE BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 7PM DAMNATION DRILL HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 7PM MULLUM FOLK CLUB WITH WILLY MCELROY CLUB LENNOX 8PM STANDUP COMEDY WITH CHRIS RADBURN & MANDY NOLAN

15 NOV & 13 DEC

BARISTA COURSE

WED 7 DEC

SAFE DRIVER COURSE FOR LEARNERS

CLOSING DATE 9 NOV

‘I NEED A COMPUTER’ COMPETITION

SAT 12 NOV 8AM–1PM

BYRON FLEA MARKET PLEASE CALL BERRI TO BOOK A STALL 0490 026 840 BYRONFLEA@GMAIL.COM

WEDNESDAYS 3.30–5.30PM

COMPUTER LAB ACCESS THE INTERNET, SOCIAL

4–7PM AGES 15 TO 24 $50 CALL STEFFIE ON 6685 7777 4.30PM–7.30PM $140 BOOKINGS: WWW.BYS.ORG.AU 7 X IMAC COMPUTERS TO GIVE AWAY. WWW.BYS.ORG.AU/WHATS-ON/AT-THE-YAC/

MEDIA, PHOTOSHOP & GAMES – AGES 12 TO 24

YAC IS BACK FUNDRAISER SAT 3 DEC 4–9PM BYS AGM TUES 22 NOV @ 5PM

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ACCOUNTS & BOOKINGS: 6684 1777

INDEX

0439 624 945 AH 02 66 804 173

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Accountants ..................................... 45 Landscape Design ......................... 48 Acupuncture .................................... 45 Landscaping .................................... 48 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration45 Laundry Services ........................... 48 Antennas & Installation ............. 45 Appliance Repair ........................... 45 Lawnmower Repairs .................... 48 Architects........................................... 45 Lighting .............................................. 48 Audio Visual & IT ............................ 45 Locksmith .......................................... 48 Aviation .............................................. 45 Mobile Mechanic ........................... 48 Bathroom Renovations .............. 45 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters 45 Motoring ............................................ 48 Bricklaying ........................................ 45 Osteopathy ....................................... 48 Building Trades ............................... 45 Painting .............................................. 48 Bush Regen & Weed Control .... 45 Pest Control ...................................... 48 Carpet Cleaning.............................. 45 Chiropractic ...................................... 45 Photography .................................... 48 Cleaning ............................................. 46 Physiotherapy ................................. 48 Computer Services........................ 46 Picture Framing .............................. 48 Concreting & Paving .................... 46 Plastering .......................................... 48 Counselling....................................... 46 Decks, Patios & Extensions ....... 46 Plumbers ............................................ 48 Dentists............................................... 46 Printing & Copying Services .... 49 Design & Drafting.......................... 46 Removalists ...................................... 49 Driveway Maintenance............... 46 Roofing ............................................... 49 Earthmoving & Excavation ....... 46 Rubbish Removal........................... 49 Electricians........................................ 46 Fencing ............................................... 47 Scrap Metal Merchants ............... 49 Flooring .............................................. 47 Septic Systems ................................ 49 Floor Sanding & Polishing ........ 47 Solar Installation ........................... 49 Garage Doors ............................................47 Swimming Pools ............................ 49 Garden & Property Maintenance 47 Garden Design ................................ 47 Tiling .................................................... 49 Gas Suppliers...................................... 47 Tractor Repairs................................ 49 Glaziers ............................................... 47 Tree Services .................................... 49 Guttering ........................................... 47 Upholstery ........................................ 49 Hair & Beauty................................... 47 Handypersons ................................. 47 Valuers ................................................ 49 Health .................................................. 47 Veterinary Surgeons .................... 49 Hire ....................................................... 47 Visa Advice ........................................ 49 Hot Water Systems ........................ 47 Water Filters ..................................... 49 Interior Design ................................ 47 Ironing................................................. 47 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning .. 49 Kitchens .............................................. 47 Window Tinting .............................. 49

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Digital TV ALL Antenna Installations & Repairs ALL Electrical Work

ANTENNAS

• New digital antennas • Reception problems * • Extra TV outlets • Phone sockets • Pensioner discounts

NO FIX NO CHARGE For fast service call

0402 022 111

David Levine iwireantennas.com.au

Ph 6686 7911 Fax 6686 9047 admin@bbtimbers.com.au www.bbtimbers.com.au 110 Teven Road, Ballina

• Quality Built Homes • Renovations • Extensions • ‘Hands-On’ Builder

Servicing Byron Bay & surrounding areas

Dukewood 0438 139 938 Homes Mat Wood – Mattnnikki@bigpond.com Pty Ltd

• RELIABLE TRADESMAN • JOBS UP TO $5000 • DECKS & PERGOLAS • TIMBER SCREENS & DOORS • GARAGE CONVERSIONS

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ANTENNAS PLUS YOUR DIGITAL AND PROGRAMMING SOLUTIONS • Set top box installation and programming • Surround sound design and installation • All TV, telephone & electrical installations Call Norm now on

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Friendly & Reliable

CALL BRETT 0414 542 019

0422 668 582

JP DIGITAL ANTENNAS Reception problems, new antennas, extra TV points, all areas .....0432 289705 BYRON ANTENNA SERVICE Call me first for fast service. Richard ..................................0401 190960

ANTIQUES / RESTORATION FURNITURE RESTORATION Old/antique, 40+ yrs exp. erwinfurniturerestoration.com ...0412 528454

• Fencing • Decking • Structural Pine & Hardwood • Landscaping Timber • Logs & Sleepers • Lattice – Privacy Screens • Alternative Treated timbers for Vegie Gardens & Playgrounds

Lic. No. 270262C

DEADLINE: For additions and changes to the Service Directory is 12pm Friday LINE ADS: $99 for 3 months or $340 for 1 year prepaid 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.

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ANTENNAS & INSTALLATION

ORANGE STAR

Creative Carpentry

Decks, pergolas, verandahs, balconies, big & small renos and all other carpentry & building needs

0427 196 962

orangestar02@gmail.com

APPLIANCE REPAIR

Lic. 266174C

SERVICE DIRECTORY RATES, PAYMENT & DEADLINE

NSW Lic. 83568c Qld BSA 1238105

DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas .......... 66843575 or 0414 922786

ARCHITECTS

FULLY INSURED

FRANK STEWART ARCHITECT Reg. 6075. www.frankstewart.com.au............................66856984 OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001 TROPPO ARCHITECTS www.troppo.com.au, e: byron@troppo.com.au ........................0412 571348

AUDIO VISUAL & IT

ALL ASPECTS OF CARPENTRY WORK

matt.rowan.wardle@gmail.com • Floor installations • Door & Window installations • Decks & Pergolas • Alterations

0488 950 638

DINGO DEMOLITIONS & ASBESTOS REMOVAL ................................. 66834008 or 0407 728998

MOBILE IT – HIFI – A/V – home technology support www.tech-rescue.com.au........0419 996606 CARPENTER All jobs. Michael Dow. Lic 147675C .................................... 66291169 or 0412 967677 BUILDER – JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C .............0415 793242

AVIATION

BRICKLAYER Quality work, reasonable quotes. Lic 164155C................... 0423 474419 or 66849102

TIGER MOTH ADVENTURE FLIGHTS – BYRON BAY

FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C .........................66808162 rbacarpentry.com.au New & reno work, decks & pergolas. Lic No 243918C ...............0407 330326 BUILDER CARPENTER Extensions, renos, new homes, insurance, all jobs. Lic 19953Q ........ 0403 458177 BUILDER/CARPENTER Quality work with 40 years experience. HIA Lic 501442...........0410 442188 CARPENTRY & JOINERY Kitchen & bathroom renos, small jobs. Lic 157823C. Paul ...0423 658885 or 66797056

www.tigermothbyronbay.com.au

0488 924 242

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

CARPENTER Tiny houses, extensions, renos, studios, decks. Samuel Lic 266052C ........0405 479528 CARPENTER/JOINER Lic 39791 Decks, studios, pergolas etc Paul Varendorff ..66845035 or 0414 842602

BUSH REGENERATION & WEED CONTROL

BLUEDOLPHINBATHROOMS.COM.AU Lic 105283C ..................................................0405 148536

ACCOUNTANTS

BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS

MAXIMISE YOUR TAX RETURN REFUND Individual Tax Returns from $110

Gail Rundle 0401 884 231 Behind the Post Office in Fingal Street, Brunswick Heads ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry..............................................................................................66847415 TAX RETURNS from $110 Individuals & $200 Small Business, Accounting/Bookkeeping, GST, BAS. Quickbooks, MYOB, Xero, etc. Rentals, Capital Gains. Partnership, Trust and Company tax returns. LBB Tax Services – Byron A&I Estate......................................1300 981135 ACCOUNTANT – MARTIN McCARTHY ...............................................................................66874026 ACCOUNTANT BANGALOW + BYRON BAY The Office Accountants & Business Advisors ...66872960 BAS AGENT / BOOKKEEPER Xero, MYOB, GST. Phone Mark ..........................................0475 125478 XERO CERTIFIED BAS Agent, admin@aliceinthecloud.com ...........................................0474 423301 BYRON BAY BOOKKEEPER Helping businesses go paperless with our mobile app. Drasta .. 0400 971480

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE M Collis..................................................66842559 ACUPUNCTURE www.marlenefarry.com Facial rejuvenation, general practice.................66842400 ACUPUNCTURE–TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE. Mary-Ellen Young .................0403 477972

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

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MUMFORDS

SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION • REPAIRS

0418 679 849 ABN 97292646467 ARC tick L062359

MUMFORDS.REFRIGERATION@HOTMAIL.COM

COOLMAN AIR CONDITIONING 23 years experience. Lic 178464C AU30147 ..............0412 641753 RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141 ................................................0487 264137 ARTISAN AIR www.artisanair.com.au ‘Chill Out’ AU37088 Lic 246545C Supplying Daikin Air Conditioners to the Northern Rivers ...................................................66809394

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Call Ross Faithfull 0409 157 695 a/h 6687 2943 e: faithfullrossco@gmail.com

WEED CONTROL SPECIALIST Bindii in lawns ...............................................................0418 110714 ECO EAST Ecological Assessments and Bush Regeneration ................0477 779847 or 0423 725422

CARPET CLEANING

TLC CARPET CLEANING

Truck Mounted Machine

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TENDER LOVING CARE Specialising in household carpet cleaning Speedy Drying

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Kevin & Margaret Bower (02) 6684 1001

BRICKLAYING

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FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

291958C

Green & Clean Carpet and upholstery cleaning, urine extraction, rust removal, heavy traffic areas, deodorising and sanitation.

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

0408 232 066

Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours Commercial / Domestic / Insurance

APEX CARPET CLEANING www.apexcarpetcleaning.com.au......................... Nathan 0412 926441

BUILDING TRADES

Scott MUMFORD

REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING

P/L

Native bush regeneration, tree planting and weed control. Fully insured and qualified with more than 12 years’ local experience.

Free property assessments and quotes.

CARPET, UPHOLSTERY & more. No chemicals. www.mintsteamclean.com .....................66808097

• DEPT OF FAIR TRADING: A licence is required for all residential building work where the reasonable AMORE CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Eco-friendly ..........................................0429 726999 market cost of the work to be done (labour and materials) exceeds $5000 (including GST).

ARCHITECTURAL TIMBERS JACK MANTLE

CHIROPRACTIC

BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay ..............................66855282

STAIRS

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL OPEN / CLOSED RISERS

0408 740 480 / 07 5590 5696

WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman...66858553 MICHAEL SCHWAGER & SHAUN CASHMAN Chiropractors 108 Stuart St, Mullum .........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

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CLEANING

Not your average TECH shop

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

#Computers #Accessories #Repairs #Support #Gadgets

EARTHMOVING PLANT HIRE

• House washing • High pressure or soft wash • Window cleaning • Driveways, paths & roofs • Gutters & flyscreens • Water efficient • Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6684 4018 or 0412 495 750

&2%% 15/4%3 %NVIRONMENTALLY AWARE NO CHEMICALS MINIMAL WATER USE 0HONE *ON ON

www.workrightcomputersupport.com.au

All Mac Repairs, Upgrades, Service, Data Recovery, Internet Set-up, Hardware Sales, Insurance Claims 0411 562 111 s

Philip Toovey 0409 799 909 ph/fax 02 6684 3208

Apple Certified Support

• Tip trucks 3 to 12 tonne • Excavator 5 to 21 tonne • Driveways • Roads • Acreage clearing • House pads • Drainage • Carparks • Bush rocks • Rock walls • Competitive rates

Training & assessment: earthmoving plant & forklift – nationally recognised qualifications

0410 056 228 / 0427 663 678 COMPUTER AND MOBILE PHONE REPAIRS UPDATES AND SALES, VIRUS REMOVAL INTERNET CONNECTION SOLUTIONS, CCTV SETUP NETWORKING, SECURITY & BUSINESS SUPPORT

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STEVE BROWN EARTHMOVING Specialising in road repairs & driveways Rock walls, clearing, house shed and tank pads.

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

Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232 or 6680 9901 email: impresswindowcleaning@gmail.com Reliable • Friendly • Professional • Fully Insured • Free Quotes • Affordable Rates Locally Owned and Operated • Quality Work with Over 10 Years Experience

Quality Exterior Refinishing

Pressure cleaning Roof cleaning Phone Oliver 0419 789 600 fullcirclerefinishing.com

CAN’T GET YOUR SHOWER SCREEN CLEAN?

Augers – hole boring. All general earthworks, excavators, positrack, bobcat, roller and tipper hire.

Ph: 6684 0160 Mob: 0439 840 160

SAGARO MOBILE MAC SERVICES 24 years Mac experience ..........................................0435 353674

CONCRETING & PAVING

SALISBURY CONCRETING

Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting.

• Residential Civil Industrial.

• Resurfacing and rejuvenation of existing concrete.

• Steel fixing & formwork.

DARYL 0418 234 302 OR 02 6680 1793

Lic.136717c

Window Cleaning Professionals

JASON COOTE CONCRETING All concreting work, form work, steel fixing Lic 261424C ......0421 957506

LIMITED ACCESS EXCAVATION 0431 033 791

EXCAVATORS. ROLLERS. GRADERS. TRUCK HIRE. !"#$ %%

0418 665 905

PLATINUM CONCRETE 20 years experience. Free quotes. Lic 225874C. Justin ..............0458 773788

COUNSELLING

Mark Stibbard

PETER FOX Couple Therapy & Marriage Intensives. coupletherapyaustralia.com................66840469

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS BEFORE

AFTER

Calmer Organic Cleaning

The Deck Doctor

End of lease & bond cleans, spring cleans & one off cleans, production, event & party cleans, sale cleans & home detailing

Sanding and Refinishing, Repairs and Maintenance, Internal Floors Richard Neylan richardneylan1@bigpond.com 0407 821 690 • www.facebook.com/DeckDoctor65

SPECIALISING IN PRESTIGIOUS PROPERTIES

DECKS AND PERGOLAS Hardwood, pine, composites. Byron/Gold Coast. Robbie .........0409 244424

0411 567 844

• Fully insured & police cleared • ABN 13 761 054 921 •

CLEAN AS IT’S BEEN TEAM Home, Bond back, anytime, references ...................................66882372 DONE & DUSTED CLEANING Going the extra mile, professional, dependable...............0498 731447 DETAILED CLEANING Natural products. Please call 8am-6pm ......................................0410 723601 BYRON SHIRE DOMESTIC CLEANING SERVICE North Byron Shire...............................0421 360961 BYRON HOME CLEANING Brunswick to Ballina & inland towns $35ph. Holly..............0451 102239 PROFESSIONAL LOCAL CLEANER Excellent references. Good rates. Shirewide ..Krissy 0410 860330 ECO-CLEANER Non-toxic cleaning with beautiful results. 7 years exp. Tessa .................0449 173056 EVEN STEVEN’LL DO IT Detail clean top to bottom ......................................................0448 004182 GREEN ROCKET CLEANERS Excellent service, reliable, efficient. Home. Bond. Office...0405 437431 GREG’S PRESSURE CLEANING SERVICE. Free quotes ..................................................0414 109595 AAA AIRBNB CLEANERS Book now for holiday season................................................0421 360961

COMPUTER SERVICES

BYRON BAY FLOOR SANDING For a free quote phone Chris .........................................0408 536565 FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Timber & deck oiling, coating, stripping. Fast free quotes .....0419 789600

DENTISTS BANGALOW DENTAL In the Medical Centre Complex, Bangalow ......................................66872766

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NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65hp chain trencher, mini excavator, cable locating...0402 716857 BRENDON POWELL Earthmoving, landscaping, design & construction ........................0404 988222 BANGALOW MINI DIGGER SERVICE Exp operator 1.8 tonne multiple attachments .....0413 878978 BACKHOE FOR HIRE Septics, trenching, electrical, drainage, roads .......66845260 or 0428 845091 DIGGER, TRUCK, AUGER HIRE 20+ years experience. Good rates ...............................0402 652017 MINI EXCAVATOR / POSITRAC COMBO & tipper hire. Ph Andrew ..........66841424 or 0401 968173

ELECTRICIANS

SHORES DENTAL Dr Shaun Goh & Dr Richard Conn. Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores .....................66803477 30 mins north of Ewingsdale. Open Sat. early & late appointments ................................07 55234090 LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby .............................................................66842644 BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE .......................................................................66851264

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GAVIN STUART & MARTIN ACKLAND Banora Seaview Dental, Banora Point

0439 624 945 AH 02 66 804 173 Domestic Commercial

All Jobs Small or Large

DESIGN & DRAFTING BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com..........Bob Acton 0407 787993 DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448 UTOPIAN DESIGN & DRAFTING www.utopian-design.com .............................................66770151

DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE 61 Stuart Street phone 02 6684 6235 www.mullummac.com Mullumbimby

Lic: 154293c

GESTALT PSYCHOTHERAPY 20yr exp spec in women’s, drug, alcohol issues. Mullum ..0432 508589

0405 986246 andrea@ezicleen.com.au www.ezicleen.com.au

Education

TINY EARTHWOR

Specialising in driveway construction & maintenance

NERDWORKS Computer repairs, mobile technician ................................ 66846276 or 0413 379514

We treat and restore new and existing glass No more harsh chemicals needed

Phone Dick 6687 8418 & 0412 831 944 Dan 0423 877 102

EARTHMOVING & PLANT HIRE

SaulMordaunt@macdoc.net.au

BYRON ECO WINDOW CLEANING & PRESSURE WASHING

Full Circle

35 years in local area • Free quotes

various implements available for limited access projects

FREE QUOTES FREECALL 1800 683 838 MOBILE 0419 677 991 cmhwindows@gmail.com COMMERCIAL, DOMESTIC, SHOPS & REAL ESTATE FULLY INSURED

Professional window cleaning incl. screens and tracks. Exterior house washing, gutter cleaning, roofs, solar panels, driveways. Environmentally aware. FREE QUOTES. Fully insured. 10 years exp.

Call Samuel on 6680 9123 or 0434 539 979

Roadworks incl Driveways, Carparks & General Excavation

WorkRight Computer Support PC Mobile IT Support in Byron Shire Pricing and more info visit: e!

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DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL JAMIE 0408 809 817 licence no. 201775c

CARPARK & DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE CONCRETE EDGING

0418 156 909

0458 267 777

Lic. 211410C

Call Steven Butturini

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GAS SUPPLIERS ELECTRICAL PHONE TV

Free Delivery

Lic. No. 212742C

Reliable

Please call Blair Rankin on 0432 331 633 for details

ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753

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

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

24/7 EMERGENCY GLASS 0415 660 801

Our office is located on Station St, where we can offer a fast efficient service to the local area.

Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Landscaping | Property Maintenance Brush Cutting | Tip Runs | Fully Insured

0430 297 101 / 6684 5437 info@byronbaymowing.com.au www.byronbaymowing.com.au

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

OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE DAVE SPENCE 0429 033 801 lic no. 1895 08c • INDUSTRIAL • SOLAR • DOMESTIC • COMMERCIAL

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 CIRCUITS PLUS For everything electrical. Friendly & professional. Lic 201844C.............0422 668582 JP ELECTRICAL All electrical + Level 2 service provider. 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 RIC VESSIERE ELECTRICAL Lic 223948C. Quality work ..........................0407 588181 or 66771195 SOMERS ELECTRICAL Prompt & reliable. Bruns, O.Shores, Mullum & Byron Lic 283345C ...0438 350650 SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477 LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRICAL BYRON BAY Your friendly electrician Lic 233440C .............0450 631183 NEW ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES Electrician & solar. Level 2 ASP meters u’g. Lic 219161C...0419 556639

FARM PICK UP PRICES Soft Leaf Buffalo A grade $8/m2 – B grade $5/m2

• Prices are GST inclusive • Pick up Ex-Farm – forklift loaded • Cut fresh: require half day advanced notice • DELIVERY EXTRA 7am-4pm Monday to Friday

6684 7380 ACREAGE MOWING

CALL Y TOM TODA FOR A FREE QUOTE

0478 191 833

Proudly supporting the Orangutans

Professional, Friendly & Reliable.

Fully Insured.

• Garden & Property Maintenance • Acreage & Residential Mowing • Landscaping • Tip Runs

POOLSAFE GLASS FENCING

info@byronbayranga.com ~ www.byronbayranga.com 0431 550 401

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

lawn mowing • edges and hedges • pressure cleaning garden maintenance • green waste removal • gutters

www.jimsfencing.net

Same Day Response Major Credit Cards Welcome

• Steel • Pool • Colorbond ® • Gates • Paling • Modular Walls • Feature Fencing

Call 131 546

BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0416 424256 PSG FENCING All types. Friendly & professional. Quality work. Matt .............................0401 259882 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service ............................. 66771852 or 0432 107262

FULLY INSURED • FREE QUOTES 100% satisfaction guaranteed! – your lawn your price

0497 413 344 • www.charlibearlawncare.com Luke McDermott • Acreage & Residential Lawnmowing • Property Maintenance & Gardening Services • Rubbish Removals, Storm Cleanup • Light Chainsawing • Brushcutting/Edging • Hedging/Blowing

0429 994 189 info@slashmesilly.com.au www.slashmesilly.com.au

MULLUM.MOWING@gmail.com. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Peter................0423 756394 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 A.C.E. LAWNMOWING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed .................Sam 0438 655763 or 66859754 ABSOLUTE GARDEN WASTE REMOVAL OR WHATEVER Large trailer. Free quotes .......66804704 • COMPLETE FLOORING SOLUTIONS LEAF IT TO US Acreage mowing, 72” mowers, gardening/property maint. specialists ...0402 487213 • TIMBER BAMBOO LAMINATE VINYL • PORCELAIN & CERAMIC TILES • CARPET MOW JOES Lawn & garden maintenance, ride-on mowing. Fully insured ...............Joe 0407 065849 • FLOORSANDING • DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL NICK’S MOWING Lawns, edges, hedges, local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O.Shores.......0402 487213 A GREEN EARTH Garden restoration, maintenance, tree & rubbish removal ................0405 716552 ALL TERRAIN MOWING Slopes, long grass, residential, acreage, local, reliable ............0419 225124 A LUMSDEN LAWN CARE Qualified Greenkeeper, mowing, edges & Bindii control.......0410 378375 ECO TIMBER FLOORS Sanding, polishing & repairs ..............................................Trent 0432 501721 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772 ACREAGE MOWING Reliable. 60 inch zero turn mower. Fully-insured. Julian ................0401 350156 NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco wax, oils & water base finishes ................................ Nathan 0420 215716 BIO GARDENS Horticulturist for all your gardening needs. Reasonable rates ...............0459 175729 THE FLOOR SANDER Non-toxic finishes. Free quotes. Ph Richard .................................0407 821690 MGI Mowing Services. Acreage, large area & domestic mowing. All landscape maint ..0439 783557 ENVIROLAWN Acreage + small. Emergencies – 24hr turnaround, storm clean-ups ..JJ 0412 434601 GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Any mow jobs, pressure cleaning, waste removal ...0458 657577

FLOORING

Flooring by Wallaces

12/70 Centennial Cct, Byron Bay | 6685 5503

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

GARAGE DOORS

LICENCE NO:175956C ABN: 03 113 342 699

QUALITY GARAGE DOORS TO SUIT ALL BUDGETS

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

Garage Doors & Openers

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Mirrors • Security doors and screens Shower screens • Commercial glazing OCEAN SHORES GLASS AND SCREENS Glass splashbacks Lic No 61205C ..........................66803333 ALL GLASS BYRON BAY Shower screens & mirrors .............................................................66857200

GUTTERING 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

Cleaning JTC Gutter & Handyman • Quality Service • Value For Money

• Experienced • Insured

Call or text 0402 384 682 GUTTERING & DOWNPIPES Guttermesh, Lic 60414C Darryl Patterson .........................0414 889453

HAIR & BEAUTY HEARTFIRE COLLECTIVE HAIR STYLIST + weddings. Tranquil salon ............. Call Jay 0458 499500

FENCING

NSW Lic# 204620C

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609

6685 8588

BANGALOW ELECTRICIAN

Lic no. 141097C Let Boogaloo do it for you!

1800 763 911 0422 033 757 www.electricboogaloo.com.au

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

GLAZIERS

nichollselectrical@outlook.com

We specialise in all electrical works, including: • Level 2 Certified - disconnect, reconnect, Point of Attachments - all types of metering & cable upgrades - all switch board upgrades • Emergency 24/7 • All domestic and commercial fitouts • LED lighting EFTPOS AND ALL MAJOR CARDS ACCEPTED.

Locally Owned Est 18 years

No Rental

Friendly & helpful Clean & tidy On time Over 30 years experience Rapid response 24/7 service

HANDYPERSONS

PROPER JOB BOB

For AllYour YourProperty Property Maintenance Needs For All Maintenance & Repair Work Pressure*cleaning * Pressure• Cleaning Rubbish Removal * Property Detailing • Small excavation work

Call Bob on 0424 982 935 A TO Z HANDYMAN SERVICES Tip runs, pressure cleaning, gardening, odd jobs ....Andre 66847553 or 0439 495247 CAPE BYRON PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Thomas Scott. Lic 275094C ......................0418 600576 MULLUM HANDYMAN Maintenance, repairs, painting, tip runs, gardening ................0424 954388 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 HANDYMAN CARPENTER FB Greg’s Handyman Service Byron Bay ...............................0414 109595 THE HANDYMAN CAN All home maintenance, repairs, painting, odd jobs etc .............0427 110953 YOUR HANDYMAN No job too small or too big. Qualified & Lic 203206C......................0424 158585 HOME MAINTENANCE Repairs & odd jobs. Honest & reliable............................................66807949 FIX IT General house & property maintenance, pressure cleaning, waste removal. Steve ...0458657577

HEALTH • OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy MULLUMBIMBY MEDICAL CENTRE 60 Stuart St.............................................................66841511 ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366 MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002 MULLUMBIMBY SKIN CLINIC 58 Stuart Street ..................................................................66844400 CRANIOSACRAL BALANCING Najma Ahern, Practitioner, Tutor & Trainer .....................0402 230449

HIRE

Crane Hire

K ee pi ng it local

!

www.byronbaycranehire.com – 0418 665 213 MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more ........................www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003 BYRON HIRE Building & home handyman equipment hire ........ www.byronhire.com.au 66856228

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

INTERIOR DESIGN KATE PLATT Interior Designs, www.kateplatt.com ................................ 0411 888416 or 66807606

IRONING

GARDEN DESIGN

THE IRONING LADY Suffolk Park. $28 per hour. Angela.................................................0414 719680

GARDEN DESIGN, FENG SHUI www.simplybeautifulspaces.com.au...........................Lyn 0428 884329 GARDEN MAKEOVERS Design, restoration & plant supply .............John 66841126 or 0431 745475 JAPANESE GARDEN DESIGNER http://miyagawalandscapes.com ..............................0427 423723 ANDREW PAWSEY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT www.andrewpawsey.com ....................0478 519804 BYRON ARTELIER Landscape Architect 15 yrs+ exp. Free consult. Call Ben .................0488 620227

SHAUN LEMURA KITCHENS Byron 17yrs+ qual. exp. www.slbyronbay.com................0499 771769 ALL GLASS BYRON BAY Splashbacks..................................................................................66857200 D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery – www.hinged.com.au ...................................................0409 843689 GLASS SPLASHBACKS Byron to Tweed. Free quotes/advice. Dave ................................0401 488628

KITCHENS

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Service Directory

netdaily.net.au

North Coast news daily:

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

PEST CONTROL

BEAU JARDIN We design & build beautiful gardens www.beaujardin.com.au Lic 177274C ...0417 054443 BYRON ARTELIER Landscape Architect 15 yrs+ exp. Free consult. Call Ben .................0488 620227

LANDSCAPING

• Tyres • Batteries • Wheel Alignments MULLUMBIMBY TYRE SERVICE Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2016

LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES

MECHANICAL REPAIRS, WARREN SIMMONS Byron Bay ..................................................66858500

OSTEOPATHY

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

Professional Property Protection you can Trust

• Targeted treatments for all pests with “no spray” cockroach treatments • 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

6685 4490 or AH on 0414 769 018

02 6681 6555

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983

Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

Sue Broadbent, Toby Mills, André Kleinbaum, Amelia Rocco, Emily Pepper Clinic open for Osteopathy and Massage Monday – Saturday 2/32 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads. Tel 02 6685 1126

Established 2008 ~ Lic No: 247282c

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

PE TER BL AND 0428 480 191 STICK ANDSTONEL ANDSC APING.COM.AU

Free quotes

0422 659 901

Dr. Matthew Fourro (Osteo) Dr. Egbert Weber (Osteo) 60 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby | 02 6626 7900 NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs. Mon, Wed, Fri..............................................66857517 OSTEOPATH SINCE 1975 Old school, Lennox Head. Michael Petrie ....................................66874410 DR DEAN HARDY Osteopath B.Clin.Sci, Master Osteopathy lennoxheadquarters.com...0412 786399

ALL-WAYS PAINTING BYRON BAY

Lic 154706C

• Domestic & Commercial • Servicing all areas • Workmanship guaranteed • Attention to detail

Creating perfect outdoor spaces. custom garden and entertaining areas.

0438 784 226 • 6685 4154

PRIMAL LANDSCAPES & CONSTRUCTION Structural landscaping. Lic 295404C.........0449 846152

YVES DE WILDE QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING www.duluxaccredited.com.au

FAST TURNAROUND – AIR BNB

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

• Self serve / service wash • New front loaders & dryers • Domestic & commercial services

Mullum Wash House – 0439 001 545 Bangalow Wash House – 0412 302 246 OPEN EVERY DAY

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Lic 167371C

LAUNDRY SERVICES

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

PLASTERING

ALAN MALONE

LIGHTING

PLASTERING CONTRACTOR DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

Painter and Decorator Over 30 years experience for a friendly hassle free job Licence No 97474

MOBILE MECHANIC

&UDLJ 0413 451 186 / 6680 4660

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR • PLASTER REPAIRS CLEAN & TIDY • ALWAYS ON TIME • ALL AREAS Mobile: 0421 938 104 – 465 Uralba Road, Uralba

DQQH P ZDUZLFN#JPDLO FRP ABN 48867459605

NEIL A McINTOSH

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

C. A. Warwick Lic. No. 114578C )UHH TXRWHV *\SURFN À [LQJ VHWWLQJ

0412 794 364

PAINTER

LOCKSMITH

Lic Nr: 297502C

EARTH & MARINE Diesel Mechanic, repairs & maint, hydraulics, small/large engines, vessels.0416 164638

MOTORING

Serving Byron Shire Lot 4 Wilfred Street, Billinudgel • 6680 2444

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Lic: AU29498

Windscreens & Air Conditioning

COL JENKINS PLASTER Gyprock, renovations, repairs. No job too small ......................0401 078733 GLENN WATERS For the finish you can’t see. Lic 58928C...............................................0427 908129 GYPROCK PLASTERING SERVICE New homes, extensions, renos. 40yrs exp. Dave......0457 117654

PLUMBERS NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

Chay 6680 5081 0429 805 081 Byron Shire

Bayside Radiators

“Where else would you take a leak?”

PICTURE FRAMING

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MULLUM MOWERS & MACHINERY REPAIRS Mullumbimby Industrial Estate............0423 204218

CREATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS

BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, pilates.

Liz Thomas, Cally O’Hara, Kim Snellgrove .............................................................................66872330 NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy, acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Corner Dalley & Burringbar Sts, Mullumbimby.....................................................................66843255 ANTHONY D’ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511 CLAUDIA MIRDITA Craniosacral therapy, physiotherapy ....................................................66857222 CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel ..................Bangalow 66872337 & M’bah 66723818 PETRA KARNI Physiotherapy, Craniosacral, Alexander Technique. Byron ..........................66807207 OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Alex Margan, Lachlan Dewar .......................................66803499 EWINGSDALE PHYSIO Renata Tenta. Matrix Rhythm Therapy, home visits avail................66847838 PETER FARRELL Physiotherapist, manual therapy & exercise, Mullumbimby ....................66843385 MARTINA DUEL Craniosacral, physio, dry needling, manual therapies. Mullum............0432 322998 LIBBIE NELSON PHYSIO – Acupuncture, yoga & therapy, BFL, Herbs, CS Byron Bay .....0416 369698

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

Lighting Showroom Open 9am – 5pm Mon – Fri Unit 5, 21-23 Tasman Way, Byron A+I Estate Free on-site consultancy 6680 7007 creativelightingsolutions.com.au

Professional • Commercial • Personal

PHYSIOTHERAPY

LANDSCAPE DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION Paul Varendorff Lic 39791 ... 66845035 or 0414 842602

LAWNMOWER REPAIRS

Tree Faerie Fotos

WHITE GOAT PHOTO STUDIO Product & Portrait. Enquiries .......................................0421 582286 CATALOGUE/PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY Prof service www.littlelightstudio.com.au...0435 046147

BUSH ROCKS All sizes / mossy, can deliver. Ron ...................................... 66298208 or 0429 398208

LAUNDRY

PHOTOGRAPHY

www.treefaeriefotos.com • 0417 427 518

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

LORDS OF LANDSCAPING Earthworks, retaining walls, gardens & paving. Steve ........0458 657577

11 797

0404 4

30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism

Liam Nikkinen Lic: 2771546 - Fully insured • 0423 700 853 www.lemontreelandscapes.com.au

BYRON BAY LANDSCAPES Retaining walls, paving, fencing, concrete, earthworks .....0490 062016

• Safe • Natural • Effective • Guaranteed

• DEPARTMENT OF FAIR TRADING INFO: When dealing with home owners, painters are required THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views .......................0418 110714 to quote a licence number only for external work valued over $5000.

BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018 RAYMOND LYNCH PEST MANAGEMENT General pests & termites ..............................0418 850601

Lic No 189144C

Paving Val Ockert & Assoc.

at Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre

PAINTING

High quality residential and commercial paving and paving repairs

www.allpestsolutions.com.au

OSTEOPATHY

0405 594 288

20 YEARS EXPERIENCE REPLICA ROCK SPECIALIST GARDEN DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND MAKE OVERS TREE LOPPING AND PRUNING IRRIGATION + RETAINING WALLS + MUCH MORE FULLY INSURED, HOLDER OF 17 TICKETS AND LICENCES

YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS

Licence No. 207479C

Shaun Savage Landscapes

20 Years Experience

www.sanctuarypest.com.au

Steve 0427 440 494 David 0419 157 926 WWW.NATURALPAINTINGSOLUTIONS.COM.AU AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 KELVIN & ROBERT TEALE Painters & decorators. Lic R65919 ................0400 349027 or 0438 842731 BAY AREA PAINTING Lic No 289979C. Free quotes........................................................0405 609598 FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Timber & deck oiling, coating, stripping. Fast free quotes .....0419 789600

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• Fully licensed & insured • Drainage • General residential & • Rain water tanks commercial maintenance • Hot water system • Renovations & installation & service extensions • LPG gas fitting & service

Call Luke 0488 730 888 OBLIGATION

Licence No: 249240C ABN: 162 408 139 FREE QUOTES!

All Plumbing Blocked drains Gasfitting Solar Hot Water

0404 053 857

TRACTOR REPAIRS

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

SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS

ENQUIRE luke_cowan@hotmail.com

Lic. No. 206913C

CONNECT www.lcplumbing.com.au

RUBBISH REMOVAL BEST SKIPS BANGALOW 2m3, 3m3, 4m3, 6m3 & 8m3 bins .................... 0417 458149 or 66871544

TRACTOR REPAIRS RURAL MACHINERY REPAIR SERVICE DIESEL ENGINE TECHNICIANS REPAIRS TO ALL MAKES AND MODELS

BYRON CASH FOR SCRAP

PHONE BILL: 6688 4143 – 0407 435 259

@ BRUNSWICK BYRON AUTO WRECKERS

TREE SERVICES

FREfoEr all

ff Drop owashing steel, es and machin ers dry

Buying: • Scrap metal • Aluminium • Copper • Brass • Lead • Car Batteries Next to Tyagarah Service Station

Pacific Highway, Tyagarah 6684 2351

FREE TOW

avail fo r cars – unwanted cash for som paid e

JIM’S TREE & STUMP REMOVAL • Qualified Arborist • Tree Pruning • Tree Removal • Stump Removal • Mulching • Fully Insured • Same Day Response

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025 BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403 HRH PLUMBING Providing a prompt, reliable & efficient service. Lic 220755C ............0402 652017 SEWERAGE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS DART PLUMBING Plumbing, roofing, gas. Byron Bay. Lic 1175539C..............................0421 334515 Installing, maintaining and repairing onsite sewerage MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035 management systems in Tweed & Byron Shires for over 25 years.

ADM PLUMBING SERVICES… (NO JOB TOO SMALL)… Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483 ED RIORDAN PLUMBING Ballina to Byron. Lic L6966....................................................0417 343480 M 0418 754 149 BLOCKED DRAINS Drain camera, no dig repairs. Drain Pipe King. Lic 237124C ..............0427 217500 P 07 5523 9930 EMERGENCY PLUMBING All aspects. Prompt & prof. O.Shores. Lic 284496C.................0417 053708 NSW Lic. L10007 QLD Lic. 13395 LPC PLUMBING Plumbing, draining, gas fitting. Sth Golden Bch. Lic 289868C. Luke ....0401 633222 SHANE COOPER Lic 204510C. Maintenance, plumbing, draining & gas fitting .............0412 414410 TRINE SOLUTIONS Plumbing, draining & gasfitting. Lic 138031C ......................................66802358 LPC PLUMBING Septic Systems Installed ......................................................................0401 633222

PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES

131 546

SOLAR INSTALLATION

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

REMOVALISTS

BEYOND BYRON REMOVALS

m 0428 320 262 e sunbeamsolar@bigpond.com w sunbeamsolar.com.au

Ready for work within & beyond Byron Brisbane Sydney backloading For careful service & great rates

Andy’s Move & More

0432 955 991 The Tree Care Specialists 6677 1562

0429 149 533 Est 2006

HART TREE SERVICES 15” chipper bobcat cranetruck stump grinding EWP ..... 66849137 or 0427347380 SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66877677 or 0417 698227

The expert in solar efficiency

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO

From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth – just give us a ring

6681 1913 / 0409 917646

Call 1300 18 20 50 www.saegroup.com.au

For tips & testimonials

Friendly Staff No weekend surcharge

search “Lighthouse Removals”

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free boxes and a 10% discount

LIGHTHOUSE REMOVALS

(02) 6684 5395

042050 5395

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

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BYRON BAY UPHOLSTERY Soft furnishings & outdoor......................... 66853745 or 0403 713303

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VALUERS

www.intilec.com.au

SWIMMING POOLS • All pool requirements • Professional advice • Water testing • Friendly service • Pool servicing

73 Station St, Mullumbimby (opp. Council chambers)

6684 3003

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ROOFING

MONTYS METAL

ROOFING Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

Craig Montgomery – 0418 870 362 Email: montysmetalroofing@gmail.com www.montysmetalroofing.com.au

Metal Roofing Guttering Leaf Guard Roof Restoration Leon Condie Lic 297467C

0432 643 345

VETERINARY SURGEONS

SHE TILES Female Wall & Floor Tiler _ over 10 years experience

Kitchens, bathrooms, laundries, tile repairs & waterproofing Leaking showers repaired & sealed NO JOB TOO SMALL • Free quotes & consultations

Call Louise 0478 698 186 Lic. No. 216827C Because a woman understands excellence

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

VISA ADVICE REGISTERED MIGRATION AGENT Rebecca@byronbaymigrationagency.com.au .........0487 458047

WATER FILTERS The Water Filter Experts for home, commercial and rural properties

www.thepoolgurus.com.au

TILING

Metal Roofing Installations • Guttering Downpipes • Fascia • Skylights • Whirlybird Patios • Repairs • Leaf Guard

NR VALUATIONS 25 years local exp. www.nrvaluations.com.au ...................................0428 694041

Providing complete pool services • maintenance • pumps & filters • salt chlorinators • automatic cleaners • renovations • energy saving pumps

Laurence Cook 0404 092 729 MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813 LOCAL AFFORDABLE Brisbane to Sydney, 20yrs exp. travellingbenny@gmail.com .....0402 199999 MULLUM POOL SHOP Water testing, eco products, mobile service, repairs................0418 666839

DOMESTIC • INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL

BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD reg’d. Chartered Valuers ................... 0431 245460 or 66857010

MULLUM VET CLINIC Richard Gregory, Erin Tottenham, Bec Patison. 24 hrs 7 days ..........66843818 ATTENTION POOL OWNERS VITALITY VETCARE Bangalow. Megan Kearney ..................................................................66870675

www.lighthouseremovals.com.au

02 6684 2198

A VERY HANDY MAN TREE SERVICES Happy to help. Andrew ......................................0412 558890

UPHOLSTERY

Lic. 232432C

leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au

BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ...................................................0402 364852 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance .....................................0401 208797

Intilec pty ltd

LEAPFROG REMOVALS 0432 334 200 02 6680 8170

PETER GRAY Dip Arb. AQF5. Consulting arborist ...........................................................0414 186161

OUT ON A LIMB Tree removal, chipping, stump grinding. Free Quotes ................ Lucas 0402 191316

Electrical License # QLD: 72258 | NSW: 227562C

ENERGY MANAGEMENT

BYRON BAY’S LOCAL REMOVALIST MOVING THE SHIRE FOR OVER 10 YEARS

0408 771 458 trimmingtrees1@gmail.com • trimmingtrees.net

Tree Removals & Pruning Professional Arborists Expert Consultations - Qualified & Insured Truck / Chipper / Kanga Loader

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

• Freight services to Brisbane weekly • Carriers of fine art • Furniture removal • E-bay pick up & delivery

ABN 14159147467

TREE CULTURE

phone 66801158 or 0408 004719

Calls always returned

Arborist Horticulturist, Tree Removal, Vegetation Control, Mulching, Hedging, Pruning

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

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181 IN IN H

$399

FULLY Water purification systems INST ALLED IN YOUR Fridge / Shower Filters HOME Whole house filtration systems

Phone Chris 0414 229 114

WATER TANKS & TANK CLEANING WATER TANK CLEANING/WATER TANKS Concrete tank repairs. All areas .. 66888055 or 0407 002833 TANK CLEANING Repairs, installation, first flush diverters, pumps, etc ........................0418 662285

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

WINDOW TINTING

BYRON COAST ROOFING PTY LTD Lic 252098C Guttering, leaf guard, cladding, etc ..0422 248936 TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103 ALL ROOF CLEANING Experienced roof & gutter cleaning + gutter guard install .........0419 789600 TILER Shower leaks, wall & floor tiling, 45 years experience. Lic R91906. Phone Bob.....0410 428919 SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices ..........................0412 158478

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

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Classifieds INDEX Annual General Meetings ....... 50 Birthdays ................................ 52 Businesses For Sale .............. 51 Caravans ................................ 51 Childcare ................................ 50 Death Notices.......................... 52 For Sale .................................. 51 For Tender ............................... 50 Funeral Notices ....................... 52 Garage Sales ......................... 51 Halls For Hire ......................... 51 Health Notices ........................ 50 House Sit ................................ 51 In Memoriam .......................... 52 Items Under $100 ................... 51 Lost & Found .......................... 52 Motor Vehicles ........................ 51 Musical Notes......................... 52 Only Adults ............................. 53 Pets......................................... 52 Positions Vacant ..................... 51 Professional Services ............. 50 Property Wanted ..................... 51 Public Notices......................... 50 Removalists ............................. 51 Share Accommodation .......... 51 Short Term Accommodation .. 51 Social Escorts ........................ 53 To Lease ................................. 51 To Let ...................................... 51 Tradework ............................... 51 Tree Services ......................... 51 Tuition ..................................... 52 Wanted ................................... 51 Wanted To Rent...................... 51 Work Wanted......................... 52

DISCLAIMER Advertisements placed in The Byron Shire Echo do not reflect the views or opinions of the editorial staff.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

5 ELEMENT DANCE

Suffolk Park Hall, Mondays 1–3pm Broken Head Hall Tuesdays 10am – 12pm and 5 – 7pm A Shamanic journey that takes you to your true self, dancing with your shadows and taking them into the light. $20/ $15 conc. Tania 0438026681

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777 Rama Raphael LINE ADS: $17.00 for the first two lines $5.00 for each extra line

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

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

PHONE ADS

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

Ads may be taken by phone on 6684 1777

AT THE ECHO HEAD OFFICE Ads can be lodged in person at the Mullum Echo office:

Village Way, Stuart St, Mullumbimby

EMAIL ADS

$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.

ITALIAN CONVERSATION GROUP Reading – E. Ferrante: L’Amica Geniale Discussion/Grammar. Erica 0435635822

The Channon Craft Market THIS SUNDAY

6688 6433

The best market in the country!

Cash, cheque, Mastercard or Visa Prepayment is required for all ads.

Advanced Denture Solutions

TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE $50.

Brunswick Heads. Ph Phim 0449063629

FREE INTRO TO ESSENTIAL OILS

Dental Prosthetist Technical & Clinical Excellence

5/97 Stuart St, Mullumbimby Phone: 6684 3677

This 2-hour class will show you how to incorporate doTERRA essential oils into your life to support better health & wellbeing. Book in for either 3, 17 or 24 Nov from 6-8pm. 1/33 Scott St, Byron.

Limited space. Bookings: 0422232254 or essentialwellnessbb@gmail.com

ARTISAN MARKET

Byron Body & Soul Guide

Closing Nov 11th admin@byronpublications.com

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

ALOHA HEALING WITH NAOMI Strength with intuitive depth. Deep tissue & Kahuna 22yrs exp. 0417212540

Kate Chase BAppSc, Grad Dip Relationship Therapy Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

RELAXING & REFRESHING REFLEXOLOGY COURSE starts Nov. For info Ph Jo 0439492804

relationship counselling family mediation co-parenting coaching

KINESIOLOGY

Clear subconscious sabotages.

Reprogram patterns and beliefs.

Restore vibrancy and physical health. De-stress.

Ph 66846914 SANDRA DAVEY, Reg. Pract.

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

Remedial Massage Reflexology Energetic Facial Release Aged and Oncology Innermost Harmony Massage bitly.com/innermostH 0437 866 424

Yasmin Lang Health Funds - Mobile Service

Rolfing® Byron Bay Are old injuries still hurting?

Jeremy Sutton • 0407 132 921 rolfingbyronbay.com

6684 1028

MON TUE WED THU FRI PM & SAT AM

YIN YOGA CLASSES

OVER-50s & Beginners Fitness

bregnsdal@bigpond.com

EATING & BODY IMAGE ISSUES

Successful solutions for any problem

MASTER HYPNOTHERAPIST NEUROLINGUISTIC PROGRAMMER & CERTIFIED MEDICAL HYPNOSIS PRACTITIONER

Assessment & treatment of children, adolescents & adults

Carl Moore Psychology Reg no. PSY0001057399 Medicare rebates available

Thurs & Fri | 6684 6336

HEALTH

PH 6680 2630

BEETU FULL BODY MASSAGE A divine experience, sensuous, nurturing. 28yrs exp. Lucy 0427917960

Anything is possible www.wendypurdey.com.au

Christmas Gift Certificates Available

9.30am Thursday Above Santos Mullum 5.30pm Tuesday Brunswick Heads Booking required

MONDAY 10.30am

EX-SERVICES CLUB Mullum Membership included.

ONLY

THURSDAY 10am

Massage

Specials Available Contact Jo 0439 492 804

$

12

Brunswick Heads RSL Hall Call 0406 491 002 FB shazumba

Fund BAYSIDE ACUPUNCTURE Health Rebates & AND HERBAL MEDICINE Hicaps Available

Dr Eeka King

(Chinese Medicine) Women’s Health, Fertility & Pregnancy Acutonics® Sound Therapy

Dr David King

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

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

ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE MASSAGE ACUTONICS®

beachsidyogaandmassage.com.au

PROF. SERVICES

50 November 9, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

PAIN RELIEF – scenar treatment with retired GP Arpana, $50 per session. Ph 0428853352 Suffolk Park

MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC

Email

Find Echo Classifieds on Echonetdaily every day

6685 8532

CHIROPRACTOR

for 500sqm home to be built in New Brighton.

PDF plans available.

LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002

20 Shirley St, Byron Bay

netdaily

BRENT VERCO

BUILD TENDER

DENTURES

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

0XOOXPELPE\

BABY-SITTING 17-year-old who loves kids, with childminding experience & own car avail. Reasonable rates, will do overnights. Phone Sophia 0479057385

Don’t miss out!

Remember to put your ad in the 2017

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

www.paradisohealtharium.com.au

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

Byron’s health and healing guide for 17 years!

THE BYRON SHIRE

Ph: 6684 5005

FOR TENDER

High Quality Steiner Inspired Daycare.

Low fees. Visit me, on my farm, in beaut Myocum. www.elkedaycare.com.au

Martin Frank

• R.A.W. ENERGY BALANCING Meredith Plowman

SHAPING OUTCOMES AGM on Tues 29 Nov, 4:30pm, 3-5 Coogera Circuit, Suffolk Park.

TAYLORS PROPS

0433 707437 www.roseofraphael.com.au

+HDOWKDULXP • FACIAL HARMONY

AGMs

CHILDCARE

Individuals, couples & families 44 years’ clinical experience

3DUDGLVR

Every SATURDAY 4–9pm Railway Park byroncentre.com.au

COSTUME HIRE, PROPS, SUITS & ACCESSORIES 1 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby Phone 6684 2978

RATES & PAYMENT

CLASSIFIEDS THAT WORK ALL WEEK!

CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

• Spiritually oriented psychotherapy and counselling • Structural Lightbodywork

Monday

8 - 9:30am

10 - 11:30am

Victor

Sharon

Hatha Vinyasa

Lindy Lou

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Restorative Yoga Slow Gentle Yoga

Eve

Christina

Victor

Christina

Victor

Grace

Hatha Vinyasa

Slow Gentle Yoga

Victor

Grace

Hatha Yoga Hatha Vinyasa

Hatha Vinyasa

Slow Gentle Yoga Slow Gentle Yoga

Slow Gentle Yoga

Tues & Thurs Saturdays

Professional, Remedial, Deep Tissue & Relaxation Massage in a beautiful beachside setting. ½ Hour 1 Hour 1½ Hour Home Visits

S U F F O L K PA R K CO M M U N I T Y H A L L

Safe, beneficial, authentic yoga

$50 $80 $115 $120 (1hr)

Teacher Trainings 2017

Jan 2–27 one-month intensive Lennox Head Part-time one day a week Suffolk Park March–December. BOOK NOW!

Yoga classes $18 5 class pass $80 Unlimited Passes Available

Upstairs Byron Surf Club 0448 807 798 Mon-Sat

5–6.30PM 10AM–12PM

Flo Fenton, Senior Yoga Teacher

Tel: 02 6685 9910 Mob: 0418 441 437 flo@intouchyogabyronbay.com intouchyogabyronbay.com

Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo

REMEDIAL MASSAGE & REFLEXOLOGY Jo Morrish 0439492804

HYPNOSIS & EFT

Simple and effective solutions Anxiety, Cravings, Fears & Trauma.

Maureen Bracken 0402205352 SACRED BODY RITUAL Rejuvenating body scrub, detoxifying sauna, relaxing spa bath, heavenly full body massage. 2hrs $139; 3hrs $189.

Eve 0425347477 Ocean Shores

Local Blender and Juicer Specialists Commercial & Domestic 02 6685 6360

NICK HART

TREE SERVICES • Affordable tree services • Professional tree care • 15” chipper (crane truck)

Fully insured • Free quotes

6684 9137 • 0427 347 380

• FULLY INSURED • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES

6684 4421 0402 364 852

www.omniblendaustralia.com.au

ELEC WELDER $75; lge solid steel vice $100; 2 older fridges work well $40/$80; SB $20; computer desk $40. 0418433537

BAMBOO PLY

from $10.50sqm & Bamboo Flooring.

For ceilings, walls, doors, etc.

Ph 66884188 • sample & brochure. www.bambooply.com.au

SPEED QUEEN

Heavy duty American made commercial quality washing machines. In stock ready to go. Bridglands Mullumbimby.

66842511

ITEMS UNDER $100 ONE ASSHILE KYEBOARD Kepes making speeling mistates & making me loook bad. Comes with lift handed moose.

Take it away for feer. Ehco Offoce. Hanns EVERYONE READS The Byron Shire Echo www.echo.net.au CHRISTMAS tree, 116cm high, wooden deco, icicle lights, $30. Ph 66844607 FREE Double mattress for slat bed, very good condition. 0406370794

CHRISTMAS

80s DANCE WORKSHOP! Sat Dec 3 6.30-8pm @ Blue Lotus Byron Bay

Bookings/enq: riss@thecassettes.com.au

www.thecassettes.com.au

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

FREE QUOTES TREE PRUNING • TREE SURGERY / REMOVALS • QUALIFIED ARBORISTS 12” CHIPPER • STUMP GRINDING • CHERRY PICKER • FULLY INSURED

Nick Andrews 0439 849 332

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

Mulch Supplies

Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6687 7677 Concerts, forums, weddings, exhibitions, functions, etc. www.mullumcivic.com

0488 609 774

Mobile 0417 698 227

FOR SALE

bookings@mullumcivic.com

FRIDGE $450, jeweller’s mill $1100 ono.

Pine table $60. Phone 0419953639

TRADEWORK

BRIDGLANDS

3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

3UMMERLAND %NVIRONMENTAL

4HE ,IQUID 7ASTE 3PECIALISTS s 3EPTIC TANK CLEANING s 'REASE TRAP SERVICING s /ILY ,IQUIDS s 0ORTABLE TOILET HIRE s HOUR SERVICE

• GLASS POOL FENCING • GLASS BALUSTRADES No job too small!

Phone Nick

0490 192 460 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

A VERY HANDY MAN

TREE SERVICES Covering all aspects of tree work and tree stump removal (stump grinding)

Experienced climber • Insured • Licensed FREE QUOTES HAPPY TO HELP

Call Andrew Wilson 0412 558 890

After hours & emergency service available

FREE DOUBLE MATTRESS Very comfy.

2km Mullum. Ph 0415932965

WANTED OLD MOTORBIKE any make, any year, any cond. Will pick up. 0427109195

SUFFOLK 5 Hazelwood Close. Sat 8am.

Lots of books, DVDs, furn, clothes etc

MOTOR VEHICLES

CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS

For Lease

STORAGE From $100/mth. Bangalow. Ph 66872833

HOLDEN ASTRA 2002 CD model, 176,000km, regularly serviced, rego 2/17, $3900 ono. Ph 0422176915

O.SHORES quiet peaceful studio for 1 working person. Avail 22/11 $260pw include bills. Please text 0401735269

61m2 $750p/w Retail or Office Space Jonson St location Available 1 Feb 2017 Contact Diana 0415 100 202

CAR TYRES SUPPLY & FIT FROM $25 Phone 66845296

BYRON USED CARS Volvo 850 SE auto, low km, 6 mths rego $2990 01 Peugeot 206 man, 108,000km, 6 mths rego $2800 02 Toyota Hi-Lux trayback man, a/c, long reg $6990 01 Toyota Corolla Hatchback auto, low km $5500 COMING Toyota Camry (Corona) sedan, auto, exc cond $2990 Cnr Bayshore & Banksia Drives Byron Industrial Estate DLN 12886

Phone David 0414 306 152

AUTO 1997 HONDA ACCORD Great Value, Rego till Feb 2017 SN0323 ........................ $2490

EWINGSDALE 14 Tahra Cres. Sat 8am.

Clothes, toys, furniture, homewares

2007 TOYOTA YARIS Manual 117941km Low km 3 Dr Hatch Rego 12/16 SN7544 ............... $5250

BYRON 35A Cowper St. Sat 9am. Huge sale. Mower, latex mattress, tools, plants, timber, clothes, boogie boards, lots more

2004 TOYOTA COROLLA Manual 185168km, New Clutch Kit. Rego till 6/17 SN6908 ...................................................... $5250 1999 DAIHATSU TERIOS Manual 4X4, Long Rego Aug 2017 SN8752 ............................ $3490

Ballina Car Centre DLN 19950 6686 5586 / 0418 676 274

CARAVANS HUGE 35FT 2br, kitchen, bthrm, can help arrange deliv. $12,500 ono. 0413289443

COMPOST TOILETS

LENNOX 12 Henderson Place, Sat 8am.

Huge combined sale. Furn, books, DVDs, clothes, misc, rain or shine. 0488081089

MIELE WASHERS

HUGE GARAGE SALE/FURNITURE WAREHOUSE CLEARANCE SALE All items must go. Sat 9am-1pm.

26 Brigatine St, Byron A&I Est

BYRON POPCYCLE Mobile solar powered bike. Great summer business for festivals, markets & events. Facebook – @byronpopcycle Phone 0413575112

ARCHIBALD’S CHEAP QUARRY PRODUCTS

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

CANE MULCH Call Mark 0427 490 038 Delivery available FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND 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.

Matt 0427 172 684

NATIVE PLANTS FOOD PLANTS

The Largest range of native plants in the Byron Shire.

Tubestock to Semi-advanced

MULLUM CREEK NURSERY

110 Yankee Ck Rd, via Wilsons Ck Rd Mullumbimby 6684 1703 Open Wed–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 9am–1pm www.mcnativenursery.com.au

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

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal 0408 210 772 GARAGE SALE SPECTACULAR @ Sparkle Lily 8/84 Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores, Shopping Centre. from 8am Saturday.

Rain, hail or shine, all undercover! 7 Sugarcane Rd, Broken Head, 7am.

Massive Garage Sale. Furniture, manchester, kitchenware, speakers, roland electric drum-kit, Moroccan lamps & pots. Lots of books: Guitar, cooking, spiritual/ health. Hardware, record players, clothes, shoes, CDs, guitar amps, effects pedals, lots of musical paraphernalia.

Quality items, too many to mention. Some photos on Gumtree, look under garage sales.

0415 734 744

BANGALOW RENT-A-SHED Modern & Secure from $130 p/m Elders Real Estate 66871500

LABOURER Experience in residential construction a must. Experience in structural landscaping preferred. Email to sanctumlandscaping@bigpond.com

BALLINA SELF-STORAGE UNITS Secure from $16pw. Ph 66867011

MULLUM CBD 1br garden flat, $290pw all incl. Suit single working person. 6 month lease. Phone 0432334832

MASSAGE THERAPISTS Must be professional, reliable, positive and available weekends.

Diploma Certified with Health Fund Rebates essential.

Good hourly rate, busy clinic.

Please send resume to manager@ byronmassageclinic.com.au

CARAVAN in bush sanctuary, suit enviro quiet single. 15 min Mullum $150pw or less for help on property. 0481307742

PART-TIME CHEF/COOK breakfast & lunch Sunday & Monday. Town Cafe Bangalow. Phone 66871010

BANGALOW 1br bails/cabin, quiet sgl wking person $200pw + elect. 66871742

Experienced Chef / Cook New Brighton * RENTAL PROPERTIES WANTED * Contact our friendly staff for a free appraisal

SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH $680pw, House, 4 bed, Study, 2 bath

6 Strand Ave, New Brighton 6680 1594 eldersnewbrighton.com.au

Qualified with min 18 months commercial experience in busy venues.

Capable of running a busy service, following checklists, working with systems.

Friendly, able to demonstrate solid work history.

Email resume to emma@misscuisine.com.au.

16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA

BUSINESS FOR SALE

WASHING MACHINE automatic $180, fridge $170, delivery. Phone 0413589388

POSITIONS VACANT

BARGAINS

SUFFOLK PARK 45 Corkwood Cres, Sat 8am. Furniture, clothes, surf gear etc

Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511

BYRON SELF-STORAGE UNITS Clean & secure. Ph 1300762618

ballinacarcentre.com.au

Buy and sell good quality used furniture Ph 66842511

STARTING AT $960 Green Building Centre 0427701653

LOCAL REMOVAL

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

BARGAINS

GARAGE SALES

BYRON FLEA MARKET @ Byron Youth Activity Centre (YAC), 1 Gilmore Cres, 2nd Saturday of each month 8am-1pm.

Food, entertainment, vintage & pre-loved bargains. Next market on the 12 Nov. Stalls or rug space avail 0490026840

BYRON creative work / office space, $80pw incl elect & net. 0431674377

Local reg’d business 66845296 or 66845403 or 0413120970

AUTO 2011 HYUNDAI GETZ 3 Dr Hatch 130419km Immaculate Low km SN6848 ...................................................... $6495

539 BROKEN HEAD RD (Opp Hall), Sat 8am. Lge succulent sale. Plants, garden art, books, furn, affordable art works.

TO LET

TO LEASE

BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333

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

STH GOLDEN BCH 15 Pacific Esp, Sat 8am. Clothes, adult & baby, jewellery etc

MAIN ARM room to rent $180pw + bills.

Long term, 25-40, d/f. Creative leafy home with built-ins. Ph 0479055859

ONLINE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Organic and high-quality products niche market, simple to run, fun.

Drop-ship. 30K + stock #1 in Google groundgrocer.com/business-4-sale

PROPERTY WANTED ACREAGE within 10 mins of Mullum, for local family, to $1.3m. Ph 0402487213

Billinudgel 1br 1bth $220 Mullumbimby 3br 1bth 1car $460 L.J. Hooker Brunswick Heads 6685 0177 5/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads

Bangalow Landlords – we have qualified tenants looking for properties in Bangalow and surrounding areas. Please phone us TODAY for an honest appraisal.

POSSUM CREEK $850

3 bed, 2 living, pool, private, lawns incl, furn/unfurn, pets ok,

FEDERAL $670

3 bed, furn/ unfurn, views, peaceful, courtyard, walk to village, slug

BANGALOW $185/240

commercial, 2 shops, kitchenette, 2 loos, flexible lease, indust est

REMOVALISTS

For more available rental properties go to

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

19a Byron Street, Bangalow

www.eldersbangalow.com.au

02 6687 1500

ANDY’S MOVE & MORE Small & med moves, tip runs. 1 or 2 men at low prices.

Byron & Mullum based. Ph 0429149533

SHORT TERM ACCOM. FEDERAL lovely self-cont studio for Mullum Music Fest $110pn. Photo & info on request. westviewfarm37@gmail.com STH GOLDEN BEACH 1br, beaut pres, s/c flat, wood floors, walk beach. $290pw incl. Avail now-2/1/17. 0411583376

HOUSE SIT HOUSE SITTER Reliable, mature, clean, tidy local employed professional.

Your home cared for; your privacy respected. Excellent with pets, plants, lawns. One week or longer only.

Ph 0427882488

SHARE ACCOM.

FERNLEIGH – New Listing $380 pw Private 2 bed, 1 bath open plan studio. Built in robes, covered patio area, garden maint inc. Garden beds to grow your own produce.

Pets neg. Avail now, 12 month lease.

BANGALOW $440 pw Neat open plan 2 bed, 1 bath unit. Built in robes in both rooms, enclosed low maint yard, new carpets and walking distance to town. SLUG. Avail now, 12 month lease.

FEDERAL – New Listing $650 pw Generous sized home 4 beds, 2 bath + study. Built ins robes, gas cooking & dish washer. Open plan lounge/dining. Lawn maint inc. Avail end of Nov, 12 month lease.

BANGALOW Office/Retail space approx 38m2 Reverse cycle air-con, high ceilings, beautiful teak timber flooring. Street frontage, small window display. Avail now, call for details!

6687 2479

BRUNS Share with 1 fem, small quiet 2br granny flat, $180pw + bills, $900 bond.

0422180463

bangalow realestate.com.au

BYRON room, BIR, avail for fem over 55 share 1 fem. $250pw incl. 0401851019

COUPLE working as doctors in Byron, looking for 6-12 month rental from January. Have small (7kg) well behaved dog. N/s. Contact 0422220258

MULLUM room in beautiful house nr river, 2 min walk town, big garden, quiet, share with mum & 2 kids, d/f, n/s, semi-veg, suit sgl worker $200pw incl bills. 0432508589

WANTED TO RENT

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS • 66841777

Vegetarian Cook needed for CRYSTAL CASTLE CAFE Must be stable, calm under pressure, experienced, hardworking and team focused.

Must work weekends. Casual, 4 days pw, but long-term position.

Resumes to: videha@crystalcastle.com.au

First National

have two positions available in their Property Management team.

Please see back page for details…

Drivers urgently required in Byron Bay If you currently hold a NSW driver authority in any of the following classes we can start you immediately: Taxi, Hire Car, Tourist Vehicle. Our approaching peak season offers maximum earning potential. This is a great opportunity and not to be missed.

Alternatively contact us now for new driver start information, email driver@gobyron.com. au with your name and mobile number.

HAIR STYLISTS & MANICURISTS WANTED Byron Dry

Bar is looking for experienced hair stylists and manicurists on a full-time, part-time and casual basis. We offer a balanced work environment that is professional, yet relaxed. We reward the energy, enthusiasm and dedication of our staff with excellent incentives. Please send CV and cover letter to hello@byrondrybar.com.au

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MOTOR MECHANIC full-time, must be experienced and have NSW tradesperson cert. and pink slip licence. Email resume to motorheadssp@gmail.com WAITSTAFF for busy Chinese restaurant at Bangalow. Must be able to work weekends, Friday, Saturday dinner, experienced & fast. Phone 66872382 BARISTA wanted. Must be able to handle large volume and fast pace. 0413294982

PA/OFFICE MANAGER PT at solar PV company. Advance skills in Microsoft office, database management & Quickbooks. Update website/social media, graphic design skills a bonus. Exc organisational & communication skills req. Able to work autonomously & with a team. This is a great position for the right person who wants challenge & variety.

Call 0438677202

GAIA RETREAT & SPA CASUAL CLEANERS Gaia Retreat & Spa has vacancies for exciting career opportunities in their award-winning Spa Retreat, located in the Byron Bay Hinterland.

Desired qualities; • Must be able to take direction; • Have a high attention to detail with a thorough work ethic; • Available to work weekdays and weekends; • Reliable transport.

If you are looking for a long-term commitment in a great working environment apply NOW All Resumes to spamanager@gaiaretreat.com.au

CASUAL HOTEL CLEANER mid-week/weekends, experience necessary. Locals only need apply.

Send resumes to: contact@raes.com.au

EXP DOMESTIC CLEANER ABN req, own transport, Byron Shire wide, flexible hrs, min 3 week days per week, pref local, $25ph. 0451102239

SOCIETY ON BYRON are now seeking a professional lady for f/t or p/t position.

Min 3 years fashion retail exp. Drop CV in store or email info@societyonbyron.com

OFFICE / ADMIN POSITION for busy warehouse in Billinudgel, 2 days/week. Experience, excellent communication skills, attention to detail & basic bookkeeping skills essential.

Please apply to job426438@gmail.com Ph 0405383039

COOK WANTED 5hrs on Monday mornings, Mullum $25ph. 0414652783

Paid Position as a Face-to-Face Fundraiser.

Work with our team fundraising for rainforest charities. Experience preferred but not essential as training is provided.

Phone 0455 443 166 or email work@therainforestproject.org

CAPE BYRON RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL Full-Time Class Teacher (2-Year Contract) Commencing 2017 ĂƉĞ LJƌŽŶ ZƵĚŽůĨ ^ƚĞŝŶĞƌ ^ĐŚŽŽů ŝƐ ĂŶ ŝŶĚĞƉĞŶĚĞŶƚ͕ ĐŽͲĞĚƵĐĂƟ ŽŶĂů ƐĐŚŽŽů ĨƌŽŵ <ŝŶĚĞƌŐĂƌƚĞŶ ƚŽ zĞĂƌ ϭϮ ǁŝƚŚ ϯϳϬ ƐƚƵĚĞŶƚƐ ĂŶĚ ŝƐ ƐŝƚƵĂƚĞĚ ĂďŽƵƚ Ɛŝdž ŬŝůŽŵĞƚƌĞƐ ĨƌŽŵ ďĞĂƵƟ ĨƵů LJƌŽŶ ĂLJ͘ Ō Ğƌ ƚŚĞ ĞĂƌůLJ ƌĞƟ ƌĞŵĞŶƚ ŽĨ ŽƵƌ ůĂƐƐ ϰ ƚĞĂĐŚĞƌ͕ Z^^ ŝƐ ůŽŽŬŝŶŐ ĨŽƌ Ă ĐŽŵŵŝƩ ĞĚ͕ ƐƵŝƚĂďůLJ ƐŬŝůůĞĚ ĂŶĚ ĞdžƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞĚ ^ƚĞŝŶĞƌ ƚĞĂĐŚĞƌ͕ ǁŚŽ ǁŝůů ƚĂŬĞ ŽƵƌ ďĞĂƵƟ ĨƵů ϮϬϭϳ ůĂƐƐ ϱ ƐƚƵĚĞŶƚƐ Ăůů ƚŚĞ ǁĂLJ ƚŚƌŽƵŐŚ ƚŽ ĐŽŵƉůĞƚĞ ƚŚĞŝƌ ůĂƐƐ ϲ LJĞĂƌ͘ dŚĞ ƉŽƐŝƟ ŽŶ ŝƐ ĞdžƉĞĐƚĞĚ ƚŽ ĐŽŵŵĞŶĐĞ :ĂŶƵĂƌLJ ϮϬϭϳ͖ ŚŽǁĞǀĞƌ͕ Ă ϮϬϭϲ ƐƚĂƌƚ ĚĂƚĞ ŵĂLJ ďĞ ŶĞŐŽƟ ĂƚĞĚ͘ dŚĞ ĐŽŶƚƌĂĐƚ ŝƐ ƚĞŵƉŽƌĂƌLJ ĨŽƌ Ă ŵĂdžŝŵƵŵ ƉĞƌŝŽĚ ŽĨ Ϯ LJĞĂƌƐ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞ ƉŽƐƐŝďŝůŝƚLJ ŽĨ ŽŶŐŽŝŶŐ ĞŵƉůŽLJŵĞŶƚ ĂŌ Ğƌ ƚŚŝƐ͘ zŽƵ ǁŝůů ďĞ ĚLJŶĂŵŝĐ ĂŶĚ ĐƌĞĂƟ ǀĞ͕ ǁŽƌŬŝŶŐ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞ ĞĚƵĐĂƟ ŽŶĂů ƉƌŝŶĐŝƉůĞƐ ŝŶƐƉŝƌĞĚ ďLJ ZƵĚŽůĨ ^ƚĞŝŶĞƌ͕ ǁŚŝůĞ ďĞŝŶŐ ĐŽŵŵŝƩ ĞĚ ƚŽ Ă ŚŝŐŚ ƐƚĂŶĚĂƌĚ ŝŶ ƚĞĂĐŚŝŶŐ ĂŶĚ ƉƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů ůĞĂƌŶŝŶŐ͘ ůĂƐƐ dĞĂĐŚĞƌƐ ŵƵƐƚ ďĞ ƌĞŐŝƐƚĞƌĞĚ ǁŝƚŚ K^d ^ ĂŶĚ ŚŽůĚ Ă ĐƵƌƌĞŶƚ E^t tŽƌŬŝŶŐ ǁŝƚŚ ŚŝůĚƌĞŶ ŚĞĐŬ ĂŶĚ͕ ƉƌĞĨĞƌĂďůLJ͕ Ă &ŝƌƐƚ ŝĚ ĞƌƟ Į ĐĂƚĞ͘ WůĞĂƐĞ ƐƵďŵŝƚ LJŽƵƌ s ǁŝƚŚ ƚǁŽ ƌĞĨĞƌĞĞƐ͕ ĂĐĐŽŵƉĂŶŝĞĚ ďLJ Ă ĐŽǀĞƌ ůĞƩ Ğƌ͕ ƚŽ͗ hr@capebyronsteiner.nsw.edu.au͘ ƉƉůŝĐĂƟ ŽŶƐ ĐůŽƐĞ ϰƉŵ Tuesday 22 November 2016͘ WŽƐŝƟ ŽŶ ĞƐĐƌŝƉƟ ŽŶ ĂŶĚ ƉƉůŝĐĂƟ ŽŶ WƌŽĐĞƐƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ Ăƚ www.capebyronsteiner.nsw.edu.au͘

Holiday Property Manager Ray White Byron Bay have an excellent opportunity for a Holiday Property Manager. We are looking for someone who has experience in managing holiday rental properties and committed to a long term career in Real Estate.

As the Holiday Property Manager you will be responsible for running and maintaining our clients investment properties, while ensuring your team is reaching their booking goals.

The position also includes: • Management of holiday booking and online rates • Liaising with guests prior, during and after their stay to ensure a memorable stay • Routine/outgoing inspection of properties • Ensure that properties are prepared for guests arrivals • Co-ordinate and spot check with cleaners to ensure properties are cleaned to a high standard

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PASTRY CHEF AND A CHEF DE PARTIE. PASSION FOR FOOD, HARDWORKING AND A GREAT TEAM PLAYER. Please reply to

enniswill@yahoo.co.uk or 0420 415 479

Secondary HSIE Teacher History / Geography Must have demonstrated commitment and understanding of Steiner Education.

For details please refer to our website: www.shearwater.nsw.edu.au Applications close 21 November 2016.

Sales Position CHRISTMAS CASUAL Join our Awesome Sales Team Min. 3 Yrs Retail Sales exp.

Outgoing & confident wkd & school hol work Must have reliable transport.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Eml Resume to info@crystalcastle.com.au by 19.11.16

If this sounds like you than please email your application to David Gordon at david.gordon@raywhite.com or post to Po Box 40, Byron Bay NSW 2481

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Please Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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years in the Bay and Hinterland, are currently looking for staff.

Requirements: • horticultural knowledge (preferred) • driver’s licence (manual preferred) • work site card • use of zero turn, mowers and whippers • reliable • references essential.

Phone Alex 0447 291 420

0412 172 089

www.creativebasslessons.com

MUSICAL NOTES

Trainer and Assessor for Advanced Diploma of Hospitality (VET Sector) Part-time position on trial basis with prospective career for successful applicants. Experience in facilitation of training and assessment, resource development, validation & monitoring of student progression.

Must have Hospitality experience, relevant qualifications and TAE40110 Cert IV in Training and Assessment.

Ideally the candidates will possess good IT skills, be dedicated, professional, positive, dynamic and hard working.

Please send email with your Cover Letter and CV to hr@envirotech.edu.au

FOUND: Kids bike on Bangalow Road. Ph Pete 0433240420

KITCHEN HAND Fast paced environment.

Permanent/part time. Rock and Roll Cafe Mullumbimby. Apply 6844224, rockandrollcoffee@gmail.com Envirotech Institute of Education has a position available for qualified and experienced VET trainer in Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery & Patisserie 16 hours per week, Byron Bay Key selection criteria – Qualifications: * Cert IV Commercial Cookery/Patisserie * Certificate IV in TAE * Exp as a Head chef / Kitchen manager * Strong communication & org skills * Good IT skills Please send email with your Cover Letter and CV to hr@envirotech.edu.au

GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENT offers low rates for your logo, biz card, event flyer or food labels. Call Charlotte 0403677684 PRACTICAL PETE Ute tip runs, garden maint, deliveries, removals etc. $25/$35ph. Ph 66845321 THE IRONING LADY is taking a break. The iron will be hot and ready to go again on Mon 21 Nov. Angela 0414719680 EXPERIENCED HORTICULTURIST for all aspects of gardening. Ph 0429020215

HOUSE CLEANING Spring Cleaning. Local female 20 yrs exp, Excellent references. 66840342

Inrock Landscaping and Estate Management – established 25

From basics to advanced soloing.

Phone: George Urbaszek

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

LOCAL REMOVALIST Happy to move big, small & in between.

Call Benny 0402199999

• Front of house duties

BIRTHDAY

EXPERIENCED BREAKFAST COOK for busy cafe at Brunswick Heads.

Minimum 30 hours includes weekends.

Resumes to: brunsjob@outlook.com

WORK WANTED

• Co-ordinate repairs and maintenance with contractors to ensure properties are well maintained The successful applicant will be a professional who is proactive, a great communicator, with good organisational and time management skills. Ideally living locally with knowledge of the Byron Bay area and tourism industry. Full training will be provided to the right applicant.

MASSEUSE REQUIRED reliable & friendly for Gentlemen’s Relaxation Centre. 18+. Training provided for the right applicant. Gold Coast. 0418185791

Bass Lessons

AIRBnB/Holiday let

From basic help to full management.

References available. Email Christine: helpisherenorthcoast@gmail.com

TUITION FRENCH • ITALIAN • GERMAN Eva 66846760 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au EXPERT GUITAR LESSONS Bachelor Degree in Music. Contact 0423574430 MATHS TUITION Qualified teacher, 25 years experience.

Grade 4 to HSC. Andrew 0413294982

Happy Birthday

Cris,

Have a fab day!

Love the Drudges

PETS

LOST & FOUND FOUND grey & yellow cockatiel in Tallowood. Phone 0413465199

DEATH NOTICES WALD, Albert George ‘Albie’ Late of Bogangar.

Formerly of Mangere Bridge, New Zealand.

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 2nd November 2016.

Aged 83 Years.

Dearly loved Husband of Betty (Dec). Loved Brother and Brother-in-law to Eileen and Laurie Collins and John (dec).

Family and Friends are warmly invited to attend Albie’s Funeral Service to be held at McGuiness Funeral Home Chapel Murwillumbah on Friday 11th November 2016 at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Council of Australia would be appreciated with a donation box and envelopes available at the Service.

(02) 6680 3084 BILLINUDGEL

FUNERAL NOTICES GRAY, JOAN ELLEN Passed away peacefully at home with her family at her side. Much loved wife of Donald Gray (dec). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Dianne & Declan Curran.

Bright eyed and full of enthusiasm… this is young TORIA, a kitten ready to do what kittens do best, but with his own human family. Ready to be adopted so that you can enjoy this exciting time that is the life of a kitten. Lots of laughs and ‘cute’ overload. He has a sister, and brother if you need more!

All cats are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped.

Please make an appointment 0403 533 589 • Billinudgel petsforlifeanimalshelter.net

ĘĞĞĠĜ Ęį Maggie is a 7-year-old desexed female poodle x Maltese and Max is a 7-year-old desexed male Maltese x shih-tzu. They have been together most of their lives and are devoted to each other. Max is on thyroidbalancing medication, which is not expensive, otherwise both are in excellent health. If you can give this pair a permanent, loving home please contact the Friends of the Pound Rehoming Centre on 07 5524 8590 or Pam on 0421 017 461.

Visit friendsofthepound.com to view other dogs and cats looking for a home.

Joan will be sadly missed by all family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service to be held at St Martin’s Anglican Church, Mullumbimby on WEDNESDAY (November 9, 2016) commencing at 11.00am followed by burial at the Mullumbimby Cemetery.

MICHAEL CURRIE FUNERALS

6684 6232

IN MEMORIAM

Angus is a beautiful tabby & white boy who is affectionate & loves his cuddles.

He’s confident & is keen to show anyone his cool man cat swagger. Like all our cats & kittens, Angus doesn’t deserve to be in a shelter. He’s ready to be part of a family who will play with him & cherish the love he has to give. Just think how good Angus would look on the end of your bed or curled up with you for cuddles. Make this boy a happy cat again.

See him shine! To meet Angus & his friends, please visit the Cat Adoption Centre at 124 Dalley St, Mullumbimby.

OPEN: Tues 2.30–4.30pm Thurs 3–5pm Sat 10am–12 noon Call AWL 6684 4070

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Sat 19th November • Urban Sketching

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MARCUS G SAVILLE 14 November 1994 Another life another time.

Love you forever.

Mum, Toni, Megan, Adrian, Mark, Timothy and Tara.

Find Echo Classifieds on Echonetdaily every day

Meet Ernie, a 3-year-old Terrier X who loves people and wants to make friends with everyone! He’s gentle, good with children, has lots of energy for his morning walk and likes to snuggle with his human. He needs a bit of training to walk on lead and some socialisation with other dogs, but being a people pleaser, it won’t take long for him to learn! If you are interested in making Ernie a part of your family,

contact Megan on 0458 461 935.

Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo

Classifieds It’s raining cats & dogs!

Well, almost...

Every year many thousand unwanted cats and dogs are born to pets that haven’t been desexed. And sadly, most end up being put down.

So please...

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First quarter November 8 06:51 Full moon November 15 00:52 Third quarter November 21 19:33 New moon November 29 23:18 Day of Sun Sun Moon Moon High tide, Low tide, month rise set rise set height (m) height (m) 1 T 0553 1906 0652 2019 1007,1.58; 2209,1.28 0325,0.20; 1619,0.32 2 W 0552 1906 0731 2110 1042,1.58; 2244,1.22 0355,0.23; 1658,0.35 3 T 0551 1907 0814 2200 1117,1.56; 2320,1.15 0426,0.27; 1738,0.39 4 F 0550 1908 0859 2250 1156,1.53 0500,0.33; 1822,0.43 5 S 0550 1909 0947 2337 0001,1.09; 1238,1.48 0538,0.39; 1913,0.46 6 S 0549 1909 1038 0050,1.04; 1326,1.44 0624,0.46; 2012,0.48 7 M 0548 1910 1132 0023 0151,1.01; 1422,1.41 0722,0.52; 2115,0.46 8 T 0548 1911 1228 0107 0307,1.03; 1528,1.40 0836,0.55; 2218,0.41 9 W 0547 1912 1327 0150 0423,1.11; 1634,1.43 0955,0.53; 2314,0.33 10 T 0546 1912 1427 0231 0527,1.23; 1736,1.47 11.07,0.46 11 F 0546 1913 1530 0312 0622,1.23; 1832,1.51 0002,0.23; 1211,0.37 12 S 0545 1914 1635 0354 0714,1.53; 1926,1.53 0047,0.14; 1310,0.28 13 S 0545 1915 1742 0438 0803,1.67; 2015,1.52 0130,0.06; 1405,0.20 14 M 0544 1916 1850 0524 0852,1.79; 2104,1.48 0214,0.01; 1500,0.15 15 T 0544 1916 1958 0615 0941,1.86; 2153,1.41 0256,0.00; 1554,0.13 16 W 0543 1917 2105 0709 1030,1.89; 2243,1.33 0340,0.03; 1649,0.15 17 T 0543 1918 2208 0807 1118,1.86; 2333,1.23 0426,0.09; 1745,0.20 1209,1.79 18 F 0542 1919 2304 0907 0514,0.19; 1844,0.26 19 S 0542 1920 2355 1008 0029,1.15; 1300,1.69 0605,0.30; 1943,0.32 20 S 0542 1920 1108 0131,1.09; 1356,1.58 0704,0.41; 2044,0.37 21 M 0541 1921 0041 1206 0244,1.07; 1454,1.47 0812,0.51; 2144,0.39 22 T 0541 1922 0121 1302 0359,1.10; 1554,1.34 0928,0.56; 2329,0.36 23 W 0541 1923 0159 1356 0505,1.18; 1654,1.34 1041.0.57; 2329,0.36 24 T 0541 1924 0234 1449 0600,1.27; 1748,1.31 1145,0.55 25 F 0540 1924 0308 1540 0646,1.36; 1837,1.29 0011,0.32; 1241,0.51 26 S 0540 1925 0342 1632 0727,1.45; 1919,1.29 0048,0.28; 1329,0.46 27 S 0540 1926 0416 1723 0803,1.52; 1958,1.28 0122,0.25; 1412,0.41 28 M 0540 1927 0453 1814 0838,1.58; 2035,1.26 0153,0.22; 1452,0.37 29 T 0540 1928 0531 1906 0913,1.63; 2111,1.24 0223,0.21; 1530,0.35 30 W 0540 1928 0612 1957 0947,1.65; 2147,1.22 0254,0.21; 1607,0.34

NOVEMBER 2016 Astronomical data and tides

Times are Eastern Daylight Saving.

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 National Tidal Centre.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS Please stick this by your phone

AMBULANCE, FIRE, POLICE .............................................................. 000 AMBULANCE Mullumbimby & Byron Bay .................................131 233 BRUNSWICK VALLEY RESCUE Primary rescue........................6685 1999 BRUNSWICK MARINE RADIO TOWER ...................................6685 0148 MULLUMBIMBY HOSPITAL ......................................................6684 2266 BYRON BAY HOSPITAL ............................................................6685 6200 POLICE Brunswick Heads .......................................................6685 1277 Mullumbimby ..............................................................6684 2144 Byron Bay ...................................................................6685 9499 Bangalow ....................................................................6687 1404 STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE Storm & tempest damage, flooding.....132 500 AIDS Confidential testing & information (ACON) ................................6622 1555 AL-ANON Help for family & friends of alcoholics ...................... 1300 ALANON ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 24 hours...............................1800 423 431 ANIMAL RESCUE (DOGS & CATS) .........................................6622 1881 LIFELINE .........................................................................................131 114 MENSLINE 7pm–11pm nightly (phone counselling & referral for men)..6622 2240 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Meets daily ....................................6680 7280 NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE ..................................................6684 1286 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 24 hour crisis line ...............................1800 656 463 NORTHERN RIVERS GAMBLING SERVICE ...........................6687 2520 NORTHERN RIVERS WILDLIFE CARERS...............................6628 1866 KOALA HOTLINE........................................................6622 1233 WIRES – NSW Wildlife Information & Rescue Service .........6628 1898 SNAKE & REPTILE REMOVAL – call WIRES .........................6628 1898

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5th SUN Lennox Head 0419 369 609 4th SUN SUN Nimbin Bangalow 6687 5th 0458 5061911 000

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Each TUE New Brighton 6677 1345 SATURDAYS Each Organic Lismore ByronTUE Artisan Market 4-9pm 6628 66851084 6807 Each WED 7-11am M’bah 6684 7834 Each THU 8-11am Byron 6687 1137 Each FRI 7-11am Mullum 6677 1345 Each TUE New Brighton 6677 1345 Each SAT 8-11am Bangalow 6687 1137 Each SAT TUE 8am-1pm Organic Lismore 66285530 1084 Each Uki 6679 Each SAT WED8.30-11am 7-11am M’bah 66844157834 Each Lismore 0466 172

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Each THU 8-11am Byron 6687 1137 Each FRI 7-11am Mullum 6677 1345 Each SAT 8-11am Bangalow 6687 1137 Each SAT 8am-1pm Uki 6679 5530 Each SAT 8.30-11am Lismore 0466 415 172

Bruns SLS training in full swing Brunswick Surf Life Saving Club’s chief training officer Braeden McHugh is spending his summer weekends busily helping others and building his own skills.

He is particularly active at the beginning of each patrol season looking after and delivering the training of all new awards and qualifications and proficiencies including first aid, Bronze Medallion and Surf Rescue Certificates, the last covering water-rescue techniques, inflatable rescueboat skills and spinal-management procedures.

Last Sunday Braeden was running the third skills maintenance course of the season, which requalifies all active members in all their awards.

He is also currently running a Bronze Medallion course for two days a week over six to eight weeks.

Braeden says Surf Life Saving has strengthened his communication, leadership

Braeden McHugh offers jet ski training along with a range of other programs and courses. Photo Supplied

and teamwork skills. He also enjoys the social aspects and travel opportunities. He feels a strong bond with the local community and enjoys giving back. He has patrolled Bondi, Coogee and Clovelly beaches. He has also attended the Chief Training Officer

conference for all SLS trainers across NSW. This year Braeden was nominated for Training Officer of the Year!

Braeden is 21, went to Xavier Catholic College at Lennox Head, works for the Commonwealth Bank and lives in Lismore.

Mullum bowls stages John McKay Memorial Triples The ‘old fellows team’ of Kooka, R Grobb and R Parker rose to the occasion and won the Jay McKay memorial at the Mullum Ex-Services Bowling Club.

The pair won the event with two wins + 25 to wrestle the prize away from a field of 20 teams in the 2 x 15 ends game, played in warm

and windy conditions on Saturday.

The entry of a team by the District Past Presidents, of which John McKay had been a staunch member over many years and serving in many positions, was a most fitting tribute for John.

Coming in second was the team of A Moroney, T Fen-

wick and A Lumsden on 2 wins + 22, while the team of S Thomas, M Esau and S Doherty on 2 wins + 15 took out third place.

In other club news Team Dunno beat Toads @ Leisure to lift the coveted Coopers Twilight Corporate trophy, and having all the bragging rights till the autumn event.

Teven Golf Club Race to join Kingscliff triathlon It is early days but already the men’s results 14th edition of the Kingscliff for November 5 Triathlon is expecting well Teven Golf Club Men’s Division played an 18-hole Stroke competition for the Monthly Medal on Saturday morning 5 November with a 6.30am shotgun start. This game also determined the 2016 Medal of Medals winner.

The results were: Winner: Jim McGarry (Net 50).

Runner-up: Chris Gee (Net 51). Ball run down: Denis Leard (Net 53), Ian Coochiroff (Net 53), John Selwood (Net 53), Ian McDuff (Net 55), Terry Prendergast (Net 55). NTPs: 4th: Terry Prendergast; 8th: Ian Coochiroff – within a flag length; 14th: Kerry Taylor. Putting: Terry Prendergast (26 putts). 2016 Medal of Medals winner: Ian Coochiroff – on a countback; Runner-up: Denis Leard.

Next comp: Sat 12 November – 9 holes Stableford – 6.15am start for a 6.30am shotgun tee off.

over a thousand entrants.

Returning to the town on Sunday, November 27, the event includes athletes competing in Tempta, Sprint and Olympic distances, who will be joined by more than 150 junior athletes ranging over 7–12 years.

‘Now that the weather is heating up, people are getting more active, starting their swim training and looking forward to summer,’ race director Mike Crawley said.

‘The triathlon in Kingscliff is a real celebration of pre-Christmas racing in a wonderful beachside location in the beautiful Cudgen Creek.’

Local Kingscliff village and accommodation houses are already seeing bookings increase, and event organisers are predicting an increase in registration now that the weather is warming up.

The triathlon is again of-

Women’s Open hopeful Courtney Gilfillan. Photo Supplied

fering a ‘Pinky Starter’ category in 2016/2017 for new athletes at a shorter distance.

The whole triathlon program will be benefited by the council improvements at the Sutherland Street Bridge, which will eliminate swim obstructions for athletes with fewer support poles.

Crawley is also excited about the clearer water in Cudgen Creek due to the sand

pumping at the boat ramp.

‘Not only will the pumping improve the flow down the creek, but athletes will love swimming in the clear, healthy water,’ he said.

Water safety is once again being managed by the Cudgen Headland Surf Life Saving Club with seven rescue craft and a team of 25 to protect the 1,000 swimmers over five distances.

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Medal glory for Byron Bay Jiu-Jitsu wrestlers Local surfers take on the world’s best Byron Bay is proving to be a treasure trove of Brazilian JiuJitsu talent after young competitors brought home eight gold and silver medals from the Pan Pacific Championship held in Melbourne.

The Pan Pacific Championship is the biggest, most prestigious BJJ event in Australia and one of the most important in the world, according to Raz Harel, coach at the Extreme MMA Academy.

‘Competitors worldwide fly to Melbourne to challenge themselves and rack up points on the international ranking system of the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation,’ he said.

Seven Byron youths attended the event and brought home six gold and two silver medals.

‘It’s an amazing achievement for Australia and an unbelievable one for Byron Bay,’ Raz said.

‘It’s been a great year for

Crystal Cylinders Local BJJ talent with their professors Daniel Almeida and David Moreira. Photo Supplied

these young Byron athletes, representing all over Australia, USA, Japan and Europe.’

The BJJ Summer Australia Open is the last competition of the year and will be held at the Cavanbah Sports Centre

on November 20.

Around 300 competitors from all over Australia are expected to attend and the Byron contingent will be trying to collect the 2016 Australian Open Academy Award.

Medalists

• Indi McCourt (9) – gold • Chilli Harel (10) – gold • Bryce McCourt (13) – gold • Skylah McCourt (14) – gold • Marley Sherlock (14) – silver • Milli McCourt (16) – gold and silver in the open division • Jarra Sherlock (17) – gold.

FNC side wins rugby sevens NSW cup Ross Kendall

The Far North Coast rugby sevens under–20s men’s side has taken home the Shield Cup in the inaugural Newcastle 7s Rugby Championships organised by NSW Rugby.

The young men’s team took on some of the state’s best teams before winning the final for the second-tier teams by beating Parramatta.

In total 12 teams competed in the men’s competition including some of the major club sides from the best competitions in Sydney.

The FNC team ‘competed really well against some really good sides,’ coach Will Cotterill said.

‘The team only had four or five weeks’ preparation and

The FNC side playing West Harbour. Photo Stewart Hazell

had to play against teams that had been together all season,’ he said.

‘In the final the boys took on a much more physical side, but were able to throw the ball around really well, and found the gaps.

‘They played sevens the way

it should be played,’ he said.

Michael Dwane had a particularly good weekend and was the top try scorer for the side.

The real signal of how well the team played came from the approaches by a couple of the big Sydney team coaches,

who said they would be in touch to discuss the further development of several local players.

‘Part of our responsibility at Far North Coast rugby is to get the young players a chance in the bigger competitions, and it looks like we can do that,’ Will said.

‘The Open Far North Coast women’s representative side also had a really good tournament,’ he said.

Interest from young women in rugby sevens has really grown.

‘In the u/15 rep side there are enough players for two sides,’ he said.

‘The teams will definitely return to Newcastle next year, but will be much better prepared the second time round’, he said.

Crystal Vail from Middle Pocket has had a solid result at the International Women’s Pro Qualifying Series at Cronulla Beach in Sydney.

The event is one of the highest rating international qualifying events for women in the world with the winner walking away with US$10,000.

Vail got off to a great start with a win in her first round and followed that up with a second place in round two, which gave her a spot into the coveted round three.

This is known as the money round and is where the top-seeded surfers make their appearance.

Crystal performed well and it was a very close heat but conditions didn’t allow many good scoring opportunities and she was beaten.

Vail is a previous Australian Pro Junior Series champion and has represented Australia at the World Juniors.

It was a great result in a very competitive field of female surfers from all over the planet, including some of the top WSL CT surfers such as Sally Fitzgibbons, Coco Ho, Laura Enever, Sage Ericsson, Alessa Quizon and Nikki Van Dijk.

Crystal Vail in re-entry mode.

Photo WSL/Smith

Soli upsets champ

Suffolk Park’s Soli Bailey has been steadily climbing the world ratings ladder, and was seeded into the round of 96 at the WSL QS 6,000 Hang Loose Pro at Praia da Joaquina in Brazil.

He was up against a huge field of surfers who are working towards qualifying for the 2017 WSL Championship Tour.

Winning his first heat put him up against 2014 world champion Gabriel Medina.

Soli went into the next round placing second to the world champ.

In the round of 24 Soli took second place again, which then matched him with Medina in a man-onman contest.

Soli was able to pull off the biggest upset of the event by downing the number one seed and current number two in the world.

But he was eliminated in the quarter finals by the USA’s Kanoa Igarashi.

Soli finished in equal fifth place and collected 2,650 very important points, which will move him up the ladder from his current position of 23rd on the WSL QS ratings.

Byron cricket falters in final over Juniors join mixed scrimmage Byron Bay suffered a last-ball loss at the hands of Murwillumbah in the Coastal League game played at Rubjones Oval last Saturday.

Byron won the toss and went into bat where Matt Irwin put on another dominant display, scoring 83 and staying at the crease for most of the innings on a very hot day.

All up the team posted 9/198 and felt this was about par, according to captain Toby Schlott.

The Murwillumbah side put on a good chase but in the end it came down to the last over where they needed

eight runs. Indeed the teams were tied after the sixth delivery but it was a no-ball, so the Murwillumbah batsmen were able to beat the crowding field and score a four to take the game and the seven competition points away from Byron Bay. ‘There is a lot we can learn from the loss,’ Toby said.

Caelan Malady was the pick of the Byron bowlers, returning figures of 4/40 of eight overs, including two wickets in one over. Matt picked up 2/38 of his eight overs.

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bah into fifth spot on the ladder, but with equal points to third-placed Alstonville, and and fourth-placed Cudgen.

Byron Bay is in sixth place after two losses on the trot.

‘A finals berth is still very much in the team’s sights,’ Toby said.

‘We have got the team to go all the way. We just need to be more sensible at times,’ he said.

In other games the Mullumbimby Brunswick side was skittled for just 81 off 19.4 overs by a Pottsville side that collected their first win of the season.

The Bay Rollers derby team celebrated Halloween with a dress-up and mixed scrimmage night that involved the junior team in plenty of action.

With no formal opposition it was a night all about the local team, who dressed up and had a lot of fun with the juniors, according to player Miranda ‘Jamaica me Angry’ Levy.

The older players and juniors, aged 10–18 years, took it in turns to have jams, giving everyone a chance to enjoy the action at Byron’s Cavanbah Centre.

Twisted Barcode, Rhiannon, Red Menace, Princess Slayer and Pearla. Photo Supplied

‘The juniors had their own separate jams in amongst the fun,’ Miranda said.

‘Everyone got involved: new students, juniors and veterans.

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Byron Bay Garden Club Byron Bay Garden Club lunch 12.30pm followed by meeting 1.20pm Saturday 12 November at Byron Bay Services Club.

Guest speakers Jennifer and Paul Hoff from ‘Just Hippies’ talking about Hippeastrums. Info: Jeni 6685 7816.

Orchid news As well as mounting a lovely display of members’ orchids, Steven Wedd will give a presentation on ‘The Orchids of Singapore’ at the meeting of Byron District Orchid Society at 7pm on Sunday 20 November in the Uniting Church Hall,

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Neighbourhood Centre Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre is open Monday–Thursday 9am– 4pm and offers a range of services and activities. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy art, music, games, great food and more. Call reception on 6684 1286 and discover what is on offer.

Respite Service Byron Shire Respite Service Inc delivers high-quality respite care to a broad range of clients throughout the Byron, Ballina and Lismore shires. Donations welcome: Ph 6685 1921, email fundraiser@byronrespite.com.au, website: www.byronrespite.com.au.

Meditation Bay Insight Meditation with Radha Nicholson and friends Tuesdays at Suffolk Park Hall, 7.30–9pm. All welcome.

Please bring a cushion. Evening supported by dana (donation). Buddhist meditation teaching and practice now at the Living Yoga Sanga, first floor, 63 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby, 6–7.30pm, Mondays. Contact Mishaela on 0438 858 842 or mishaela@si.org.au. Dzogchen Meditation Group – 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at Brunswick Heads Community Centre. Contact Katie 0417 798 726 or qld@shenpenaustralia.org for more info. Mindfulness Meditation with Pairoj Brahma, Melli O’Brien and Heather Albrecht Every Tuesday 7.15–9pm at the yurt, Temple Byron (www.templebyron. com). No fees, contact 0423 241 916, 401 359 559. www.themindfulnesssummit.com. Healing Meditation 7.30pm Wednesdays Temple Byron and Sunday mornings in Myocum. Dean 0414 364 415 or wwwunityhousebyron.com.au.

Landcare Bangalow Land and Rivercare working bee every Saturday 8.30–10.30am. See www.bangalowlandcare.org.au or call Liz 6687 1309.

Craft group The Uniting Craft & Social Group meets every Monday 9.30am–2.30pm at the Uniting Church in Carlyle Street, Byron Bay. Come and chat, enjoy a cuppa, the company and your craft. 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.

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 interest-free loans of up to $1,000 for purchasing essential goods and services. Contact the Byron Community Centre to find out more.

Brunswick Heads. All welcome, more info Penny 6680 1600.

Mullumbimby AGM Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre AGM, Tuesday 29 November, 3pm, cnr Dalley & Tincogan Sts, Mullum. All welcome.

Breast Cancer Support Byron Breast Cancer Support Group meets Wednesday 16 November 12pm– 2pm at Byron Community Cabin (old Girl Guides Hall), Carlyle Street. Contact Tamra 0401 361 736.

U3A Brunswick Valley U3A Brunswick Valley Tuesday Forum 15 November 10am–12, Uniting Church Hall, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads. Steve Nugent talks on ‘The Rhythm of Music’. Visitors welcome. Ring 6685 1732.

Salad Book launch Friends of Libraries Byron Shire will host the official launch of Belinda Jeffery’s new book The Salad Book.

Belinda will be in conversation with

other local foodie Victoria Cosford, 5.30pm for 6pm start, $10, Friday 2 December, Bangalow Heritage House Museum & Cafe. Bookings essential: Bangalow Newsagency 6687 1396 or www.trybooking.com.au/239697.

Byron Sophia Byron Sophia Philosophical Group: Plotinus on Intelligible Beauty, presented

by James Cowan, Thursday 10 November, 1–3pm, at Masonic Centre, Byron Bay. Info: Celia 6684 3623.

Day of the Dead 10th Annual Day of the Dead Sunday 13 Nov 3.30pm at Crystal Castle. Bring photos, mementos, a blanket or a chair.

Birthday cake to close! Zenith Virago 0427 924 310.

Natural Death Care Centre Tuesday 15 Nov 6.30pm Brunswick Hotel.

Everyone welcome to celebrate the work of the NDCC in our Shire over the past 15 years. Zenith Virago 0427 924 310.

Toy Library

Suffolk Park. Open Monday and Thursday 10am–1pm. Info Sue 0402 052 457.

Byron Gem Club

Byron Bay Hospital Auxiliary garage sale at 105 Beech Dr, Suffolk Park, on Saturday 19 November at 8am. Home cooking, plants and treasures. Enquiries 6685 3162.

ABA Mothers’ Support

Mullum Monday Painters

ABA Mothers’ Support Group Monday 14 November 10am at the Uniting Church Hall, Dalley Street, Mullumbimby. The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) Mullumbimby Ocean Shores group will talk about introducing other foods. Enquiries Jan 0431 477 445.

Mullum Monday Painters annual exhibition at the CWA Rooms cnr Tincogan and Morgan Streets, Mullumbimby, on Saturday 19 November 9.30am–12 noon. Admission $3. Morning tea will be served.

U3A Ballina/Byron Music appreciation session on Antonio Vivaldi with Gertie Krebs on 15/11/16 at 10am in the meeting room of the RSL, Mullumbimby. Visitors welcome.

Enquiries 6680 7350.

Art Cube

EI and preschool centre 5 Coogera Circuit,

Budgeting Support

Low-cost food

Byron FLEA

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.

Food Box Thursdays 9.30–11.30am at Uniting Church, Mullumbimby. If you have any sort of Centrelink card you may purchase cheap food, obtain free veges, and enjoy a cuppa. C3 Care Byron Bay Food Care – log on to www.c3byronbay. com to see if you are eligible, or call 6680 8872.

Byron FLEA at the YAC (1 Gilmore Crescent) 2nd Saturday of every month from 8am till 1pm. Free stalls for young people.

Call Lotte 0490 026 840.

Brunswick Valley Historical Society Inc Museum at corner of Myocum & Stuart Sts Mullumbimby open every Friday 10am–12 noon and market Saturdays 9am–1pm. Discover your local history.

Bangalow Museum & Tea Room open Tuesday-Friday 10am-3pm, Cnr Ashton & Deacon Sts Bangalow. Volunteers sought, please contact the museum 6687 2183.

Drug support groups Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the shire – www.aa.org.au. Are you experiencing difficulties and challenges because of the alcohol or drug use of someone close to you? Learn coping skills and gain support from others. Confidential meetings in Byron Bay 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month, upstairs at 75 Jonson Street (stairs beside Westpac Bank).

Phone Jane 0410 494 933. 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

Repair Cafe Mullumbimby’s Repair Cafe at the Mullumbimby campus of Byron Community College in Burringbar Street on Saturdays 9am till 12 noon. Volunteers will be there to help you fix things that might otherwise end up in the tip, or to advise how it might be done.

Rainbow Dragons Abreast Rainbow Dragons Abreast (RDA) welcomes breast cancer survivors for a paddle at Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Head, on Sundays 7.30 for 8am start. Info Marian 6688 4058, mazzerati2010@gmail.com.

Op shops Uniting Church Op Shop, Dalley St, Mullumbimby – open each Saturday 8am–12 noon. Byron Bay Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–1pm. Volunteers needed. Enq Jeni: 6685 7816 or 0439 344 281. Anglican Church Mullumbimby Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–4.30pm, Saturday 9.30am–12.30pm. Volunteers needed, enq Liz 6684 2622 nights. Mullumbimby Seventh-Day Adventist Op Shop opens Monday – Thursday 10am-3.30pm, Friday 9am – 2pm and third Sunday of the month 10am-2pm. Companion Animals Welfare Inc (CAWI) op shop Brunswick Heads (next to supermarket) open Mon–Fri 10am–5pm. 1st Sat of the month (market day) 9am–2pm.

Lions Club Interested in making new friends and helping our community? Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7pm Ocean Shores Country Club. More information President Joan Towers 0400 484 419.

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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.

Toastmasters 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. MullumMagic Toastmasters meet every 2nd, 4th and 5th Monday in Mullumbimby 7–9 pm. Contact Ashni 0439 843 657 or Mani on 0488 433 047.

Hospital garage sale

Byron Gem Club stall at the Mullumbimby Show Sat 12 & Sun 13 November.

Lots of fun for the entire family. Look out for us in the Spaghetti Shed.

Clarice Again by Elaine Norris till 31 November at The Art Cube, Byron Shire

Museums

Club. Apologies to Rae 0427 103 072 by Monday 7th.

Council Foyer, Mullumbimby.

Sex & Love Addicts Anon Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous is peer-support group of men and women for whom sex and/or romance have become a problem. For details 0452 074 974 or visit www.slaa.org.au.

Potters & Sculptors Mullumbimby Potters & Sculptors The Community Art Gallery (Gallery at the Drill Hall) is open every Tues & Thurs 10am–2pm and on the 3rd Saturday of the month (Mullum Market Day) 10am–4pm.

Pottery and sculpture crafted by local artisans for sale. The Drill Hall Complex, 2 Jubilee Ave, Mullumbimby. Enquiries: mullum.potters@yahoo.com.au

Ballina Camera Club Ballina Camera Club print meeting Thursday 10 November at 6.30pm at the Kentwell Community Centre. New members welcome, enquiries Mark 6686 6915.

View Club Brunswick Valley View Club luncheon meeting Thursday 10 November at 10.30am at Ocean Shores Country

Lone Goat Gallery Flowers by Peter Hordern, till 16 November.

Chem-free landcare Byron Shire Chemical-Free Landcare working bee Saturday 12 November, 9am–1pm at Brunswick Heads Crown Land Reserve site. Details byronshirechemicalfreelandcare.org.

End-of-life choices Voluntary euthanasia options are discussed at meetings held quarterly on the Gold Coast. Next meeting 10 November.

Phone Elaine 0755 808 215.

Sailing volunteers Volunteers needed at Sailability, Lennox Head, to assist people with a disability to sail. No prior experience required. North end of Lake Ainsworth, Sundays and Tuesdays. Contact Craig 6685 9086, 0408 545 711, craigscan10@gmail.com.

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Mystery talks The Mysteries of Life and Death: A series of talks and meditations, Friday evenings in Byron Bay. Free of charge. Gnostic Society 0412 020 234.

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Co-dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a worldwide network of groups of men and women learning how to develop and maintain healthy and fulfilling relationships. For more information visit www.codependentsanonymous.org.au or phone 9281 3330.

Interested women are welcome Wednesdays and Thursdays 9am–1pm and the second Monday evening of each month 5–7pm in the Bangalow CWA rooms for craft, friendship and community support.

Rooms are open daily Monday–Saturday 9am–noon.

Liberation Larder

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The charity that collects, cooks and distributes over 450 meals per week across the Byron Shire to people in need is on the look out for volunteers. For information ring on 0435 879 778 or visit our Facebook page or iberationlarder.org.au.

Mullumbimby Branch CWA Handicraft Group in the CWA rooms Tincogan Street Mullumbimby 1st, 3rd and 4th Wednesday of the month throughout 2016.

Classes offered. Enquiries to Margaret 6684 2956.

1. Moments of madness in bar (5,5) 6. I object to publicity – have a drink (4) 9. There and back again? Pirt! (6,4) 10. God backs car-hire firm (4) 12. Dispute? Indicate a paper hanky!

(5,2,5) 15. This dessert will make Macca reek (5,4) 17. Principal character: daughter of wicked king (5) 18. Burdened with Osama! (5) 19. Inquisitive admirer, remarked Spooner, searching for a kitchen utensil (6,3) 20. Commonplace stuff – dodgy performance! (6-2-4) 24. Perform, order, return – that’s fate (4) 25. English bird with bonds around individual – forever and forever!

(10) 26. Pull to the East for this Olympic event (4) 27. For the growing girl, a handout: perfume (10)

1. Moments of madness, sudden losses of control (5,5) 6. Drink of fermented honey (4) 9. Voyage that brings you back to where you started (6,4) 10. Rent-a-car company (4) 12. Dispute, central feature of argument (5,2,5) 15. High cholesterol dessert (5,4) 17. Israeli ruler responsible for the massacre of the innocents (5) 18. Burdened, weighted down (5) 19. Cooking vessel, especially at breakfast time (6,3) 20. Commonplace, down to earth (6-2-4) 24. Fate, menace (4) 25. Unending times (10) 26. Dangerous event at the Winter Olympics (4) 27. Nubile, growing up (10)

$1,000 GRANTS NOV/DEC 2016 PERIOD The Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby are offering

BI-MONTHLY GRANTS up to $1,000 These grants can be applied for by any Not-ForProfit 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 two months.

Contact the Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby PO Box 12 Mullumbimby Email: tonylion@bigpond.com An application will be sent to you.

Applications must be received by 14th December 2016.

The $1,000 grant for Sept/Oct was awarded to: Brunswick Valley Volunteer Rescue new short-range UHF radios $1000 Unsuccessful applications do not carry forward, a new application is required.

Any questions phone Tony Cornell 6680 2011 or Joan Towers 0400 484 419.

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1. Drill? A tedious pursuit (4) 2. Gold to obtain vehicle (4) 3. New pointer tended to be prejudiced (6-6) 4. Either way it’s off, (3,2) 5. Greek character recently found a hobby (9) 7. Spies passed over orders (10) 8. Come down, worker – daughter!

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issue of ‘planned retreat’ was able to be overrun by the infamous Gang of Five in the 2012–2016 council, but that’s not to say another cyclone is not on the horizon. Read the relevant Nation article, ‘To Adapt to Climate Change, Retreat Is Necessary’, at http://bit.ly/sandyclimate.

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The state bureaucracy’s highhanded approach to selling Crown land at 60 Beech Drive, Suffolk Park, currently used for all sorts of community activities, has naturally raised the ire of residents.

There seems to be a constant push to sell off assets which are better off in public hands rather than with private entrepreneurs. Does public consultation mean nothing these days? A change.org petition (http://bit.ly/savesuffo) against the sale had garnered more than 1,700 signatures on Tuesday morning.

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Myocum resident Trude Helm reports: ‘I found this little Tawny Frogmouth struggling on my driveway. It gets windy out here so I guess he got blown out of his nest. It’s too early for him to survive on his own so WIRES came to the rescue and made him an impromptu nest nearby so his parents could find him. Sure enough, within the hour one of them was perched above him. Good thing because I found it quite exhausting trying to keep the butcherbirds off. I’m amazed at their stamina, staying there with no food or water for hours.’

Following on Mary Gardner’s article about her vanilla orchid (http://bit.ly/tanglevanilla), some readers were keen to see it in flower. Here it is.

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• Above award wage and excellent bonuses • Your weekends back • Hands on support • A positive and fun team culture • Ongoing professional development opportunities • Cutting edge systems and technology • Working in a workplace where your efforts are praised and acknowledged If you want a career (not just a job) with an organisation that cares about you, email your resume and cover letter to Lauren King marketing@byronbayfn.com First National 35 Fletcher Street Byron Bay NSW 2481 02 6685 8466 | byronbayfn.com.au

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