Byron Shire Echo – Issue 31.24 – 23/11/2016

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Calls for Suffolk Park sportsfield to be gifted While negotiations for Council to purchase Suffolk Park’s sportsfield on Beech Drive are ongoing, there are increasing calls for the land to be gifted and not sold.

It appears to have wedged local Nationals MLC Ben Franklin, who told The Echo he ‘strongly supports’ entering into purchase negotiations as he believes that ‘the goodwill of both minister Adrian Piccoli and Byron Council has led to a great outcome for the community.’

Mr Franklin was quick to lobby his National Party colleague to retain the land for community use after the NSW education department declared it surplus and scheduled the land’s auction for November 29.

Mr Franklin said, ‘Byron Council wrote to the minister for finance earlier this month stating that the property has an “estimated value range of $870,000 – $1,099,999” and that Council [would] be able to “enter into purchase negotiations” forthwith.’

Piccoli supports gift But Byron Shire Council staff, local Greens MP Tamara Smith and Labor’s Walt Secord now support the land being gifted, not sold.

Remarkably the man responsible for the asset, eduction minister Adrain Piccoli (National Party), agrees.

Ms Smith told The Echo, ‘When I asked about the issue, minister Piccoli said to me last Thursday on the way into question time, and I quote, “Given that the government has made an extra five billion dollars from the poles and wires, we shouldn’t be continued on page 2

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Mullum High School students beat an elite private school… at… chess! – p54

More than a pooch show

Spotted at Bangalow Show last weekend was Huon and his best friend, Teak, a Douge D’Bordeaux (dog for short). Teak was judged to be the pet with the best eyes. Photo Jeff Dawson

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Concerns over Coorabell NBN tower A proposed 49-metre lattice-style NBN tower has activated Coorabell residents after NBN avoided lodging a DA with Council.

While a development application (DA) would provide local regulatory checks and balances, NBN Co are able to construct towers under a state government policy called the State Environmental Planning Policy (Infrastructure) 2007 (ISEPP).

There are instances were a council DA is required however, a NBN Co spokesperson told The Echo.

They said, ‘The height, location and distance from the nearest residential area means this tower falls under the ISEPP and does not require a DA. A report stating this has been provided to Byron Shire Council. Council was satisfied with the report and, as a result, construction is imminent.’ continued on page 2

Byron bypass cost blows out to $19m Hans Lovejoy

While there appears little to no sympathy from councillors for the plight of Butler Street residents facing a bypass, local NSW MP Tamara Smith (Greens) has told The Echo that she ‘supports their right to take the matter as fas as they need to.’

At last week’s Council meeting, unanimous approval was granted for staff to relocate carparking associated with Byron Services Club in preparation for the bypass.

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‘If the costs are continuing to rise, this should be looked at again,’ she says, and believes Council should ‘work more closely with the residents.’

While that position is at odds with Greens mayor Simon Richardson, Cr Paul Spooner confirmed with The Echo that the project’s budget was updated last July to $19m.

The plans are to extend a widened road along Butler Street past the markets, and turn left through wetlands, emerging where Mitre 10 and Byron Music are located.

A Land and Environment Court case against Council, instigated by Butler Street Community Network and headed by Paul Jones, is yet to be heard.

Within expectations When asked for an explanation of the additional cost, Council’s general mananger Ken Gainger told The Echo, ‘Council, as is common with litigants, refrains from commenting publicly on matters currently before the courts so as not to

unduly prejudice its legal position.’

‘While I can advise that progressive cost estimates for the Byron Bay town centre bypass are to date within Council expectations (the final cost will not be known until the outcome of court case is finalised and any further conditions of development consent and their cost implications can be evaluated), it is inappropriate to comment on the other matters raised by Mr Jones until the court litigation is settled.’ continued on page 2

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selling off that land.”

It comes as an estimated 1,000 people attended a community rally to save Suffolk Park’s ‘village green’ last Wednesday afternoon.

A performance by local singer and mum Renee Simone had the crowd dancing and singing along to We are Family.

Speakers included community representatives and Byron Shire councillors.

Labor’s Walt Secord said that under the plan, Byron Shire Council has first option to buy the land, ‘but it does not guarantee it would remain in public hands.’

Renee Simone at last week’s rally to save Suffolk Park’s sportsfield. Photo supplied

‘I fear that this is a trick.

The Nationals should give the land to the community for a symbolic amount such as $10.

Mr Franklin also told The

Echo ‘It is typical of a Labor Party who don’t understand the importance of sound economic management to all residents of NSW.’

West Byron plans to be peer reviewed At last Thursday’s meeting, councillors unanimously voted to move forward with the West Byron Development Control Plan (DCP), subject to frog, koala, traffic, water and flood management reports being peer reviewed.

The contentious 108-hectare West Byron residential/ commercial project is located opposite the Arts and Industry Estate on Ewingsdale

Road. And while Council says it would ideally like the reviews to take place prior to its endorsement, that decision will be reliant on the state government allowing more time for the review to take place.

Mayor Simon Richardson said that if the planning department would not allow a time extension, Council would endorse the DCP without the peer reviews.

Council also adopted a

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number of amendments to the draft West Byron DCP, including ‘identifying the Wallum frog habitat, greater provision of street network layout to ensure biodiversity is retained, mitigation of impacts on threatened species, monitoring of Belongil Creek impacts, watersensitive urban housing to be based on piers, bearers and joists and housing based on zero emissions.’

The spokesperson did not answer the question as to whether there were any baseline radiation levels that it could be later compared to.

In a report to Council on November 17, Cr Alan Hunter said he and other councillors recently met with residents concerned about the effects of electromagnetic fields (EMF).

He said, ‘We understand that there’s very little Council can do; it’s a state and federal government decision…

There’s been very little consultation,’ he said, adding that residents were at ‘their wits’ end.’

And owing to not ‘getting any meaningful response from the NBN Co or the state government,’ Cr Hunter said he and his fellow councillors would follow up residents’ questions.

Regulator not independent One potentially affected resident, Oren Siedler, says this is not just a NIMBY problem.

‘It is my understanding

that these towers will be attempted to be put up all over the shire as time goes by.’

Siedler believes lattice towers are capable of adding more and more new emitting dishes as time passes and questioned the independence of the federal regulator, the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA).

‘In a presentation by Dr Pri Bandara at the Mullum Steiner school earlier this year, she clearly stated that ARPANSA are connected to the telecommunication industry and are therefore not as “independent” as they claim.

‘Most people do not know this. Also, Australia has one of the highest “safety levels” of electromagnetic fields (EMF) of anywhere in the world – set by ARPANSA. ‘Many people may not realise that the World Health Organisation (WHO) classified Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR) in 2011 as a class 2b possible carcinogen (joining DDT and lead). Subsequently there has been a plethora of scientific, peer-reviewed re-

search to support this.

‘If the general public can be convinced to not just blindly trust ARPANSA, then this whole debate would be opened up to a wider audience and better scrutiny.

‘I personally see this as one of the crucial issues: most people just trust ARPANSA! ‘And anyone with young children should be doubly concerned as children are at higher risk (thinner skulls, smaller body mass etc).

‘Another point is – if any shire in the country is going to fight back against involuntary blanket long-term bathing in radiation, it should be this progressive shire, setting an example...’

NBN Co reply An NBN Co spokesperson told The Echo, ‘According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) and ARPANSA, there are no established adverse health effects from the fixed wireless technology used in the NBN network rollout.

‘The towers emit less radio energy than a taxi’s two-way radio.’

Byron bypass $19m cost blowout Mayor Richardson told The Echo, ‘Costs are changing all the time. They sat at about $19m for a while and have come down a bit. ‘[The] bottom line is that we don’t have the money without the state government stumping up further.

‘The GM, key staff and I had a meeting with the minister a while back. We are waiting until the court case is concluded and then will know more.

‘Of course, if costs continue to rise we need to look at it – not anything outrageous in that statement.’

corridor bypass solution that avoids almost all community concerns and would deliver a safe and secure traffic route.’

Mr Jones also says that while Council claimed the corridor could not be used as a bypass owing to a lack of state government permission, the Rail Corridor Park masterplan promoted its use as a public area, presumably under state-approved council authority.

‘We are outraged. The Town Masterplan refused point blank to discuss the bypass issue as their consultants had been warned off.’

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The Butler Street Community Network say they warned of the cost blowout a year ago and are highly critical of the mayor’s continual support of the route.

Representative Paul Jones told The Echo, ‘The rail corridor route was costed less than Council’s proposal and now they are facing down very costly development conditions imposed by their own approval.

‘Despite a mountain of objections, Council sees fit to work against its community rather than for it. If there were no alternative, this may be a defence, but Council doggedly continues this attack in the face of the commonsense rail

Mr Jones says, ‘Byron Bay has only two intact residential heritage character areas, the Butler Street precinct and the Kingsley Street precinct.

‘Byron Council’s bypass proposal will ensure the commercial transformation of Butler Street and the effective obliteration of its valued character.

‘But worse than this, the new main road funnels through a narrow built-up, highly pedestrianised neighbourhood; it will duplicate the danger and congestion of Bangalow Road – what a model to aspire to!

‘So while you are stuck fuming in this summer’s traffic gridlock, dodging the

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potholes, think about the real motivations of our council; think about their failure to deliver for so many years; think about their lack of basic problem-solving and management skills in this appalling example of their approach; think about whether you are prepared to throw more of your hard-earned cash into their pockets to waste on destroying what we entrust them to preserve.’

Funds not tied Remarkably local NSW MP Tamara Smith said she discovered through freedomof-information requests that the initial $10.5m funding was not tied to the project.

‘This is despite being advised by RMS bureaucrats it was, in the presence of planning minister Rob Stokes.’

Ms Smith said, ‘Surely there’s a win-win, where a soft neighbourhood with heritage homes and markets can be kept while Council looks at the broader issue of traffic management.

‘Apart from being homes for residents, it’s an iconic space. In my teenage years, I spent a lot of time at Butler Street reserve at the drumming circles.

‘They should scrap the $400,000 legal battle and work more closely with the residents.’

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Politics gets entangled in shark issue NSW premier Mike Baird’s media appearance to oversee shark net installation descended into farce in Ballina last Friday when local marine activist Dean Jefferys, who was dressed as a hammerhead shark, attempted to throw a net over the premier.

The stunt was filmed and made national headlines.

The premier was met by a crowd of about 60 protesters, who say the focus should be instead based on recommendations of an independent review of shark mitigation that deploys shark spotters.

Mr Jefferys said, ‘I did this to give the premier an opportunity to experience what it is like to be a marine creature trapped in a shark net.’

‘The premier was lucky; he wasn’t tangled up underwater unable to breathe, like the 16,500 marine creatures that have died in the last 65 years in NSW waters because of these indiscriminate killing nets.’

Mr Jefferys said 4,773 e n d a n g e re d h a m m e rhead sharks were part of the 12,000 marine creatures killed as non-targeted species in shark nets.

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marine and fisheries spokesperson Justin Field accused Mr Baird of playing politics with shark nets.

‘The speed of legislation and the failure to consult meaningfully on the design and management of the trial shows it for the public relations exercise it is.’

Mr Field argues the nonlethal Shark Watch program ‘is ready to go’ and with ‘very small government investment could be rolled out.’

Govt acts against scientific advice According to a Fisheries Scientific Committee report Current Shark Meshing Program In NSW Waters, shark nets are described as a ‘key threatening process’ to marine life. Chairperson Dr Patricia Dixon says shark nets, ‘adversely affects two

or more threatened species, populations or ecological communities and could cause species, populations or ecological communities that are not threatened to become threatened.’

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Affordable-housing project to proceed ‘The least worst outcome,’ is how mayor Simon Richardson described the approval of a contentious affordable housing project in Mullumbimby by developers Koho.

And with an evenly split vote between councillors owing to Cr Cameron’s absence, the mayor used his casting vote to accept the development.

Crs Cate Coorey and three Greens, Jeannette Martin, Michael Lyon and Sarah Ndiaye, voted against, while the Greens mayor, Crs Paul Spooner, Jan Hackett (both

Labor) and Alan Hunter (Nationals aligned) all voted for.

It potentially ends a longrunning dispute with residents who claim the development on the average sized block is incompatible with the character of the local area.

A condition for approval includes setting aside two of the eight units ‘to be used in perpetuity for the purposes of ‘affordable housing’ as defined in the state SEPP’.

Affordable housing is regulated under a state government policy called the State Environmental Planning Pol-

icy (Affordable Rental Housing) 2009 and limits affordable housing to just ten years.

As for Koho’s current court case against Council for previously refusing the DA, legal services manager Ralph James told the chamber that if knocked back again, he believes Koho would argue in court for the original ten units.

Cr Coorey told the chamber, ‘This will drive up prices, as every housing block on the street can go this way.’

Christine McNeil from the Mullumbimby Residents Association said in a statement

that given its history and Cr Cameron’s absence, ‘a motion to defer would have been ethically appropriate.’

She claimed the policy that allowed the project to proceed ‘is a proven failure in supplying low income or midincome affordable housing in areas of high land value.’

Ms McNeil cited the case Sterling Projects Pty Ltd v the Hills Shire Council 2011 where the ‘developers’ appeal was dismissed’ owing to the consideration of streetscape and the characteristics of the properties that adjoin the site.

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Beach trapeze in Byron Are smart meters suspect?

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Want the chance to fly?

Dubbed Park&Fly, a fullsized flying trapeze rig is now on the lawn of Denning Park and will be in place on Byron Bay’s foreshore until mid-February.

It’s an initiative of the Byron Shire Council’s Placemaking Seed Fund and is being run by Circus Arts.

‘Awesome’ was the main word used to describe the experience by first-time flyers, closely followed by ‘exhilarating’. Surprisingly low on the list was ‘scary’.

‘I thought I was going to be a lot more scared up there but I wasn’t’, says Tara McGready, a staff member at Byron Shire Council. ‘It was unreal.’

Flying trapeze is an experience that appears high risk but is surprisingly safe. Yes, you are high in the air but safety harnesses and ropes mean that you are within the control of coaching staff all the time.

Gary Bloomfield who, in his 60s, was the oldest of the

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first-time flyers on opening day, he said, ‘I saw a girl walking along on stilts – that kind of gets your attention – and she was telling people how something was going on down here.’

He was intrigued: ‘I wanted to see what the big trapeze thing was but I never thought I was going to go on it!’

He did and declared it to be one of the most exhilarating things he’s ever done.

The youngest first-time flyer was Max Green, aged just six, he attends Byron Bay Public School.

He was initially unsure

but, after trying the practice trapeze (which is at ground level) he was super keen.

His favourite bit was doing a backflip somersault to get from hanging on the trapeze to lying on the net.

Park&Fly is located at Denning Park, in the grassy triangle at the end of Bay Street, bordered by Lawson Street, Middleton Street and the beach.

Hour and half-hour classes or single swings are available.

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Residents outraged at LEP breach

In 2006, the state of Victoria mandated that electricity companies install digital ‘smart meters’ on every home and business, ostensibly as part of a worldwide energy conservation strategy.

So why did tens of thousands of consumers refuse them, even when placed under duress?

Wherever smart or ‘advanced’ metering has been adopted, issues emerge relating to health, billing and privacy.

Instead of being manually read, a smart meter transmits electricity usage data to head office by airborne microwaves (900MHz), designated as a Class 2B carcinogen by the World Health Organisation.

Hundreds of scientific studies point to adverse health and psychological effects.

Additional to this, each type of domestic appliance has an identifiable energy consumption signature.

This allows the extraction from collected data the living habits of persons within the metered premises, the selling of which to marketing firms,

Smart meters will become mandatory for new homes and will replace broken meters from December 2017.

insurers and law enforcement becomes a lucrative sideline.

Smart meters monitor electricity usage in real time, and store this information until the next upload.

Real-time monitoring This enables utility companies to optimise profitability through the use of more finely incremented and retrospective ‘peak rate’ periods.

Inevitably, you pay more money for less electricity.

Smart meters also contain a separate ‘Zigbee’ transceiver (2.4GHz).

It is designed to interface with the emerging breed of smart appliances, each of

which emits its own microwaves as well as suppling additional surveillance.

The internal circuitry of the meter itself can inject switching spikes into the building’s mains wiring, thereby creating ‘dirty electricity’.

As a net result, the consumer is exposed to a variety of biologically disruptive, electromagnetic radiation (EMR) on an almost continual basis.

There are also numerous reported instances of house fires caused by smart meter defects.

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Another smart meter point of view Community groups representing residents and businesses of Belongil and Sunrise are concerned that Byron Shire Council may be turning a blind eye to potential breaches of the LEP. Building works by Byron Bay Railroad Company, on behalf of the Elements Resort group, carried out on the Belongil Creek bridge are in breach of Byron Shire’s own LEP. In this LEP, the Belongil Creek is protected by the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and is zoned W1 ‘Natural Waterways’. Under this, development on the bridge for the purposes of railway uses is prohibited as is the proposed running of the Elements Resort train.

Concerned residents and businesses are questioning why Mayor Richardson, a Green Party member, and Byron Council appear so tolerant of the Elements group and their disregard for the law protecting our environment?

Further concerns were raised last week during a meeting between community group representatives and Elements

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Resort owner Brian Flannery. Mr Flannery stated that the train “will run 1 to 4 return trips per hour (as demand requires) between the hours of 7.30am & 10.30pm”. This is up to over 100 passes a day, affecting residential and business amenity with wheel, engine and horn noise.

The developer also admitted that ‘if ’ the so called solar conversion was implemented, the train would still have a diesel engine as well as an electric motor. “For a so called eco resort trading on Byron’s green credentials with a zero emissions target, we believe that this ‘solar train’ should not be referred to as such unless it was in fact 100% solar.” said Paul Belin of the Belongil Action Group Association.

As residents & business owners we call upon Byron Council to enforce it’s own LEP and environment protection policy.

It is a concern that there appears to be exemptions for the Elements group and that precedents will be set regarding future developments in Byron Bay and on our waterways. Please councillors, do not set this precedent for our community.

In April 2015, consumer advocacy publication Choice published its verdict on smart meters.

While health concerns were not addressed, author Jemma Castle said, ‘If used correctly, smart meters can benefit both the customers and the network.’

‘Demand-side management programs, such as households consenting to the network turning off their airconditioners for 10 minutes an hour on peak days in exchange for a reduced electricity bill, demonstrates a winwin example for all parties.

‘In other words, it’s not whether smart meters are a good or bad thing for consumers, but rather how they are used by the networks and retailers or regulated by government.’

Meanwhile academic website The Conversation claimed in 2012 that smart meters ‘only transmit data for roughly 1.4 seconds per day, at very low wattage.’

‘Smart meters worldwide use conventional cell-phone networks to transmit their data.

‘In the largest study conducted so far, researchers in Denmark found no increased risk of brain tumours from long-term usage of cell phones.’

Hypocritical The authors are Jon Borwein (laureate professor of Mathematics, University of Newcastle) and David H Bailey (PhD, senior scientist, Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory (retired) and Research Fellow, University of California).

They dismiss health and privacy concerns as conspiracy and call those opposed to smart meters as ‘hypocritical’.

‘If [those opposed] truly believe their health is at risk from microwave exposure via smart-meter broadcasts, they should immediately cease using cell phones (including smart phones and iPads), and should not permit anyone to carry or use such a device on their property.

‘For that matter, such persons should avoid any public place, including grocery stores or restaurants, where someone might use a cell phone, or where a WiFi hotspot might be in operation.

‘What’s more, they should stop using microwave ovens, which, even if in compliance with governmental regulations, emit thousands of times more microwave radiation than a smart meter.

Surf fest returns in February The Byron Bay Surf Festival is back on February 24 till 26 next year and organisers are looking for market stalls, food vendors, surfboard

shapers, local artisans, conservation groups, and more.

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Local News NRCF community funding hits the $1 million mark Northern Rivers Community Foundation (NRCF) will this week celebrate over $1 million in funding to local communities, with 22 community projects for the 2016 grant round.

Spokesperson Rea Francis says, ‘A major $25,000 grant will be included in the ceremony hosted by the Foundation’s chair John Callanan, with the mayor of Tweed Shire Council.

‘All 22 recipients are anticipated to be attending

and range from a food produce employment scheme, a clown doctors program, a northern rivers Indigenous suicide prevention project, a deaf dance theatre workshop, to an e-space digital hub and training for volunteers in handling venomous snakes.’

The ceremony will be held at Twin Towns Masonic Centre, Tweed Heads, on Thursday November 24, 6–8pm.

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Holiday letting compliance steps up for summer ‘At least two additional compliance officers’ will be employed for night patrols during the summer holiday period after mayor Simon Richardson’s urgency motion was unanimously passed at last week’s November 17 Council meeting.

Funding sources will be identified and utilised by staff, says the mayor’s motion.

It’s been welcomed by Doug Luke from Victims of

Holiday Letting (VOHL), which comprises affected residents in areas which are affected by holiday letting.

Incompatible Mr Luke said, ‘VOHL has always said that visitor and tourist accommodation in residential areas is incompatible with the wellbeing of permanent residents,’ ‘People on holiday tend to behave differently to long-

term residents residing in their own homes.

‘Many holiday-let occupants feel that the normal rules, customs and conventions that apply when they are at home don’t apply to them when they are on holidays.’

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Orwellian doublespeak … and the Nat/Lib’s new land mismanagement laws

Just one aspect of the laws will result in the further loss of the already threatened koala, says North East Forest Alliance (NEFA) spokesperson Dailan Pugh.

He says the new act removed protection for endangered koala colonies that live between the Tweed and Brunswick Rivers, among others.

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‘The nationalist not only does not disapprove of atrocities committed by his own side, but he has a remarkable capacity for not even hearing about them.’ – George Orwell

Two new biodiversity laws were introduced last week by the NSW Baird government, which environmentalists say will open the gate to large-scale land clearing, threaten vulnerable species and ‘significantly weaken wildlife, soil and water protections.’.

They are called the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and the Local Land Services Amendment Act 2016 and replace the Native Vegetation Act 2003 and the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995.

And in keeping with author George Orwell’s book 1984, the new laws appear to say one thing but mean the opposite.

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As far as opposition to these complex and lengthy laws goes, it was staggering.

Groups against the laws include the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO), Total Environment Centre, Nature Conservation Council, WIRES NSW, National Parks Association, Northern Rivers Regional Organisation of Councils (NOROC) and the NSW Aboriginal Land Council. Oh, and The Greens.

Professor Hugh Possingham, a leading author of the 2014 report whose rec-

ommendations the government claims it is implementing, resigned in disgust.

Liberal MP Bruce Notley-Smith (Coogee) also raised concerns over the negative impacts.

More than 700 farmers and land managers released a statement in September saying: ‘The changes will lead to wide-scale land clearing and land management practices that have no place in modern farming.’

‘These populations have… been identified by the NSW Scientific Committee as being in imminent danger of becoming extinct,’ he said. ‘Last Thursday premier Baird opened up an estimated 2.2 million hectares of identified koala habitat on private land for clearing under his new “equity codes”.

‘Although there is clearly no “equity” for koalas. Over the 20 years from 1990 to 2010, koala populations in NSW are estimated to have declined by 33 per cent.

‘Koala populations are crashing throughout the state. As a result of premier Baird’s comprehensive removal of koala protections, it is unlikely that NSW’s koalas will survive the next 20 years in the wild.’

‘It is a government program for extermination,’ Mr Pugh said.

Q Comment was sought from local MLC Ben Franklin (Nationals), but nothing was received by deadline.

Eureka Hall’s history told through theatre NORPA’s homegrown work Dreamland opens at Eureka Hall on Wednesday November 23 and runs until December 10.

Created by the team behind Railway Wonderland, NORPA’s 2015 sell-out show at Lismore train station, Dreamland is a time capsule of local history, characters and ghosts that have frequented Eureka Hall since it was built in 1906.

It transports the audience through different waves of settlement, from the traditional to hippy-dippy to treechangers.

Q See more at www.norpa. org.au/events/dreamland.

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Call out for stories without a wave Author Susanna Freymark is searching for stories about the hinterland for a crowdfunded book called Feels Like Home.

The anthology includes fiction by Kate Veitch who coined the phrase ‘Stories without a wave’.

‘The contributions can be fiction, essays and poems, as

long as they reflect elements of life in the hills,’ Ms Freymark said. The project received $2,800 in crowdfunding and 200 anthologies will be sold at the Federal Store with proceeds going towards the upkeep of Federal Park.

Q Submit stories to susannafreymark@gmail.com.

Elements of Byron builder scoops award Bennett Construction has taken out the highest accolade in the state at the Master Builders Association Awards.

The 78-year-old Lismore construction firm won ‘Best Hospitality Building’ at the awards, beating every highprofile project in Sydney and across the state.

The award was for the

main pavilion buildings at the Elements of Byron resort.

Second project after Sun Bistro This is the second project Bennett has undertaken for the owners of Elements of Byron, having previously built The Sun Bistro in Byron Bay.

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Local News NSW Farmers Q&A on why they Dancing their way to Sydney support new biodiversity laws Hans Lovejoy

The following Q&A is with Mitchell Clapham, chair of NSW Farmers’ Conservation and Resource Management Committee.

1) What other peak bodies are you aware of that also support these new laws?

The Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) says you are the only ones outside the coalition government.

Farmers across the state have been calling for land management reform for more than 20 years. It was so important to farmers that biodiversity reform was the cornerstone issue in the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the NSW government and NSW Farmers in March 2015.

At our annual conference in July, our members again unanimously voted for reform.

Farmers are key stakeholders in biodiversity reform and as the state’s peak farming body it was our job to bring the concerns of

farmers to Macquarie Street.

We’re pleased the NSW government listened to the independent panel, which acknowledged the need for a change in laws to benefit biodiversity and farm productivity.

2) The EDO also claims the existing laws were adequate, but needed to be properly resourced. Since the Native Vegetation Act 2003 came into force, EDO says ‘land clearing has reduced from up to 21,500 ha per year to 11,000 ha per year.’

They say, ‘Funding cuts to catchment management authorities after the initial fouryear investment in property vegetation plans (PVPs) caused delays in land clearing approvals and making property vegetation plans.’

I was curious to know what the NSW Farmers Association position is on this.

Resourcing vegetation management through advisory services is incredibly important but it is only a part of the picture.

It is certainly not the only

reason the Native Vegetation Act 2003 (NVA) is a failure.

The NVA and its predecessors have essentially been a blockage to both environmentally responsible clearing (for example INS control, thinning, health and safety clearing, hazard reduction) and ecologically sustainable development.

The use of the black-box EOAM prevented sensible management or development options even where CMA/ LLS officers knew there was a better approach.

Each and every farm is different. A one-size-fits-all statewide blanket prevention is unsophisticated policy that was never going to work.

Empowering farmers, regionally tailored policy settings rather than statewide blankets, providing options, properly resourced advisory services, more carrot less stick, is what NSW Farmers has been fighting for over the last 20 years.

The new system isn’t perfect but it moves us forward towards a more sophisticated and tailored system.

Year 7 Byron High students Kiahn Ladkin and Hunter Mains.

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Two local school girls have been offered a very important stepping stone in their dance careers and will join a cast of more than two thousand dancers this weekend at the annual Schools Spectacular in Sydney.

Year 7 Byron High students Kiahn Ladkin and Hunter Mains will dance with the national award-winning and internationally acclaimed Indigenous dance company

Bangarra Dance Theatre.

The girls joined the junior troupe as part of Rekindling, a project aimed at developing the dance skills and cultural awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in the style of contemporary Indigenous dance.

Participants research and gather stories with guidance from elders within their communities, developing skills to produce thought provoking performances and community events.

Kiahn and Hunter are besties who just love dance and have taken classes together with Kate Histon at Dance Dynamics in Byron Bay since they were tiny people.

Both proudly represent their culture and are from mobs north of Sydney – Kiahn is Awabakal and Hunter is Wuradjeri.

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The sun shone down and Mullumbimby Magic happened. The ninth Mullum Music Festival attracted sellout crowds to the venues and constantly exciting bustling streets of the biggest little town. Sunday’s New Orleans-style parade swelled as onlookers became participants and the village swayed to brass and drums. Brilliant; performances, food, libations, friends and family that’s the Mullum Music Fest in a nutshell.

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Local News Drive safely, Schoolies!

Police have issued a warning to all drivers as an increased number of P-plate drivers hit the roads for schoolies celebrations in Byron Bay and southern QLD. Highway patrol commander superintendent Bob Ryan said drivers should be prepared when driving long distances for the first time.

This may include shared driving and frequent stops, and drivers understanding their choices and actions will have consequences.

He said, ‘Other road users deserve your full attention to driving when you are behind the wheel.

‘By simply looking at your mobile phone for two seconds while you are driving at 60km/h is the equivalent of driving 33 metres blind.’

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Alcohol related assaults down: Cr Spooner Assaults on the streets of Byron Bay are on the wane, says Cr Paul Spooner (Country Labor).

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‘In 2016 it’s sitting at 1,342, which is down from the same period last year, so they’re a really positive turn around.

‘There has been a decline across state averages and we are still high up in the scheme of things but it’s encouraging.

Cr Spooner added, ‘There are very few alcohol or venues with alcohol licences who are actually paid up members of the accord.

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Council’s Nov 17 meeting – a brief summary While other items voted upon can be found within the news pages, here are some more.

Q Former Council planner Ray Darney and Laurel Cohn have been nominated as the new community representatives to the North Byron Parklands Regulatory Working Group (RWG). They replace Denise Nessel and Russell Eldridge.

Q Councillors unanimously voted to grant general manager Ken Gainger more delegated authority in respect of any development application that has an estimated value exceeding $10,000,000.

The amount is an increase from $3,000,000, but there’s

a caveat: this power ‘may not be exercised’ with any development application that has an estimated value exceeding $10,000,000 or for subdivision of land that will create 20 or more lots.

Q Council have endorsed amending Byron Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2014 in order to implement the Northern Councils E Zone Review Final Recommendations Report. An offer of $40,000 from the planning department was accepted together with a conditional June 30, 2017 deadline for lodgement of a planning proposal. Staff will draft the planning proposal, includ-

ing the proposed zoning and supporting methodology, which will later go on public exhibition. Additionally submissions will be invited from affected landowners to determine: (i) primary land use; (ii) agreement or disagreement with proposed zoning; and (iii) alternative zoning (where applicable).

Q Council will initiate an

independently monitored test of locally available steamweeding devices, with the results being reported back to Council.

A budget of $3,000 was set, and the test will measure ‘speed of application, efficiency and breadth of use, performance across species…’

Q Visit www.byron.nsw. gov.au for more.

Short film comp open Filmmakers from across the region are invited to submit their short films of up to 30min in length, from all genres, to Byron All Shorts.

Winning films will be pre-

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Alexander began the book project when her son, who is on the autism spectrum, started daycare and didn’t

seem to quite fit in.

‘I could see the children wanted to be friends with him but they just didn’t know how. He was a little bit too different,’ Misa said.

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The morning will include entertainment by every child’s best friend, Shorty Brown, face painting, arts and crafts and two book readings by the author.

The Northern Rivers Community Foundation chair, John Callanan, will attend the launch, presenting Fergus and Delilah and Shaping Outcomes, a grant

for the next phase of their inclusion project, which is to make the book digital as well as available on an audio CD. ‘These will then be donated to all primary and preschools in Byron Shire as a pilot program.

Books are for sale on their website www.fergus-delilah. com or you can obtain a signed copy at the launch.

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The shade of The Donald looms over Oz

Volume 31 #24

November 23, 2016

For fake’s sake We have enjoyed being lied to for millennia.

It’s called storytelling.

Stories were first told to amuse and to delight or to warn people to stay away from the crocodile in the third billabong on the left. Then the storyteller learnt how stories could cement his importance in the tribe, followed by the chief realising he could manipulate the stories to his own advantage.

Then someone invented history and it was all downhill from there. The victors wrote the stories and reinforced the prejudices of the readers against the so-called ‘barbarians’ because crocodiles were old news by then.

Now we’re in the era of ‘post-truth’, conveniently ignoring the fact we’re really in the era of ‘post-human’ unless we pull our dirty socks up. Apparently ‘post-truth’ has come about because an orange person got elected to high office and his success might have been levered by ‘fake news’ – or so the story goes.

Now the young plutocrat Mark Zuckerberg has taken on the Herculean task of ridding fake news from his social media machine, Facebook. Oh how we laughed. That’s almost as big a job as ridding the world of cat memes.

Not all fake news has evil intent, however, though there is always the hint of an evil grin in satire. Australians have excelled in it, from getting the apprentice to go to the hardware store for a two-handled shovel to the production of fake news sites, one of which is called The Shovel (theshovel.com. au) – ‘Mark Zuckerberg – Dead At 32 – Denies Facebook Has Problem With Fake News’.

The Betoota Advocate (betootaadvocate.com) excels at mimicking the traditional Australian regional newspaper. Its main target is of course our loveable politicians – ‘Acting PM Barnaby Joyce Drifts Off While Thinking About Christmas At Mooloolaba, Prawns’.

And the United States has the superb The Onion (theonion. com), ‘America’s finest news source’. Many of its citizens think it’s the newspaper of record.

So powerful is fake news, and so willing are some people to believe nonsense, that its myths survive and thrive for decades.

For example, self-styled cosmic trickster Robert Anton Wilson wrote The Illuminatus! Trilogy – ‘a fairytale for paranoids’ in the 1970s, and the paranoids took it up as truth. Wilson’s mission to ‘attempt to break down conditioned associations, to look at the world in a new way, with many models recognised as models or maps, and no one model elevated to the truth’ was lost in the swirling miasma of fake news.

‘Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast,’ said the Red Queen in Lewis Carroll’s Through The Looking Glass. Had she access to social media, she could have easily eclipsed that record.

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o with a single bound across the Pacific, Trumpery has come to Australia – or at least to our elected leaders, which is the troubling bit.

Last week Malcolm Turnbull was inveighing against the elites – yes, Malcolm Bligh Turnbull, the multimillionaire lord of Wentworth, Mr Harbourside Mansion himself.

His complaint was that the ‘elitist’ ABC was talking about section 18c – the ABC, not the manic Murdoch press which has spent relentless months on the same subject until Turnbull was forced to throw a chunk of raw meat to his right-wing predators in the form of an inquiry, and the forthcoming dismemberment of the unlucky Gillian Triggs, who has been designated as official blood sacrifice.

Belting the elites, however hypocritical and misguided, is Trump demagoguery 101 – something Turnbull had previously eschewed. He is still not quaffing bubbly with Pauline Hanson just yet, but the cracks in his urbane façade are starting to show.

And if Malcolm Turnbull leads, can Bill Shorten be far behind? Indeed not – in fact he shows signs of pushing to the front. First there was the renewed onslaught on 457 visas – the dodge to allow employers to recruit workers from overseas if none are immediately available in Australia. It was originally seen as a device to secure the mining boom at a time of near full employment, but of course those balmy days are long gone.

Now increasingly it is used as a shortcut, as a way of union busting and in too many cases as blatant exploitation, as we have seen most dramatically in the case of the 7-Eleven scandals. It is certainly time that it was revisited and tidied up, but Shorten’s demand for a universal crackdown is all too

reminiscent of The Donald: foreigners taking our jobs, and no doubt they will be marrying our daughters next.

Drug addicts, rapists, terrorists. However Shorten denies it, the taint of xenophobia is, once again, a sign that he too is prepared to drink with Hanson when it is convenient.

But there is rather more than opportunism in the suggestion that American alliance – the sacrament of ANZUS, as Paul Keating recently described it – needs

always defend its own installations, and with any luck would defend the rest of Australia in the process. The contrary argument was that the US assets would become targets, and the rest of the country would become collateral damage.

But of course politicians of either side must never, under any circumstances, question such arrangements; to do so, as Gough Whitlam once did, will result in swift and terrible retribution.

The cracks in Turnbull’s urbane façade are starting to show.

by Mungo MacCallum a rethink, and this time, while the ascension of Trump may have been the catalyst, the idea itself has been brewing for a long time, and not only among the left.

While ANZUS might be the cornerstone of Australia’s defence, it is not infallible or inviolable. The commitment to mutual defence, to the idea that an attack on Australia will immediately provoke a retaliation by the United States, is all very well in theory, but the hard fact is that Washington will only act if it is in its own interests. Even conservative commentators are prepared to admit this uncomfortable truth.

Their remedy is, of course, to bind our great and powerful ally ever more closer to the Australian cause; thus we have the spy bases of Pine Gap and Nurrungar, the facility at Exmouth Gulf, and in the last year the deployment of American troops to Darwin, a move that caused some consternation in the Pentagon when it was realised that the port on which they relied was to be sold to the Chinese.

The idea was that the US would

The correct response is what was once called ‘tickle my tummy’; swear eternal fealty to whoever is in charge of the White House, however flaky the current occupant may be. And so it was that Malcolm Turnbull fell on his knees to worship The Donald, to kiss his feet, even if he suspected they were of clay.

That is just the way it always was, is, and will forever be. And it followed automatically with a diatribe against Shorten and Labor daring to even mention that this timeless verity could, over time, occasionally be reviewed; that what was seen as unshakeable and bipartisan policy more than fifty years ago may not be necessarily appropriate in 2016, and even more so in 2017 in the age of Trumpery.

Despite what Turnbull is saying, Shorten is not in any way threatening the American alliance per se; he is hardly modelling himself on the maverick Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte. But he is arguing that stronger and more positive links with Asia could enhance Australia’s position, and even a

modicum of (dare one say it?) independence. This, of course, has long been the stance of previous Labor leaders, notably Whitlam and Keating, and it has even been canvassed by former Liberal leaders, Malcolm Fraser and John Hewson among them.

It is hardly a radical idea, but it is an unthinkable one within the long-standing Australian political paradigm. But not – and certainly not any more – within the American one. Trump has expressed something like contempt for alliances. He has said he will tear up treaties, re-examine NATO and, in our own region, rejig defence alliances with Japan and South Korea.

He may, as Turnbull fervently hopes, make Australia the exception: that our long service (or subservience) to America, our traditional English (American) speaking white Christian traditions, will guide us through the upheaval. But there is no guarantee: the world has changed and Trumpery is on the march.

And if a hardline, unilateral nationalism is to be the foundation of the incoming president’s approach, as he repeatedly promised in his election rants, Australia might suddenly find itself in a new and vulnerable space in the midst of our not always friendly Asian neighbours.

For some time, through various administrations, we have sought to relate to them and, at times, placate them, but always under the umbrella of the stars and stripes.

Shorten has at least realised that it might be wise to consider taking out some insurance; Turnbull, so far, is sticking to the script that America, like death and taxes, will always be with us… until the last trump sounds.

The problem is that this might not be long: the first Trump is already reverberating around the world.

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Letters

Praise for Jan

As a mark of respect and the high esteem in which Jan Barham MLC is held, the entire membership of the NSW Legislative Council attended the Chamber last week to hear her outstanding valedictory speech.

It was typical Jan. Intelligent, warm, generous and yet pulling no punches about the tribulations of public life and her disappointments with modern democracy.

Jan Barham has been an exceptional MP, enriching the entire parliament and as a result of her resignation we feel our chamber and our state is far, far poorer for her leaving us.

Jan’s focus was upon marginalised and disadvantaged Australians whose plight she has championed for her entire career. I wondered if it was her boundless empathy

and sense of responsibility that rendered her vulnerable to feelings of anguish and disappointment.

I owe Jan a great debt because she has helped me directly and through her inspirational example to navigate the vicissitudes of political life. In fact I am staggered that it was Jan and not me making the valedictory speech today.

Perhaps the difference is the terrible loss of dearly loved friends and family Jan has endured in recent months – and how much we in public life depend upon their energy and support, so that when it is rudely taken from us, we lose our capacity to cope.

I wish to add two additional tributes. The first is Jan’s wardrobe – she has been so assiduously green in the Chamber I could not have imagined there were so many ways to look hip and lovely in

green. I also reflected upon her total loyalty and commitment to her party and her cause, in every possible detail – she is the embodiment of the principled politician nobody seems to believe can exist.

Catherine Cusack MLC Sydney Q See excerpts from Jan

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Bad decision

I’m not one prone to the overuse of hyperbole but the decision made by the council at last week’s meeting concerning the Koho development in Stuart Street, Mullumbimby, was an outrageous and precedent-setting selling-out of the community of this town.

This decision to support the recommendation to delegate the consent to the gen-

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eral manager indicates that certain councillors have no feeling for the town and its residents. It also is a denial of all the work that has been done in the past by councillors, staff and residents to attempt to protect the heritage precinct of Mullumbimby.

I would have thought that this critical decision would have been deferred owing to the absence of Cr Cameron.

The vote may have been different and truly reflected the aspirations of the residents.

Many thanks to new councillors Lyon, Coorey, Martin and Ndiaye for voting against the recommendation and the imposition of a block of flats in a low-density residential area built by a very aggressive development company which doesn’t know the meaning of the word ‘No’.

I have a feeling that this issue is not yet finished.

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The beach at New Brighton might be building up, it usually does at this time of the year, or when there hasn’t been a big storm for a few years, but the next good cyclone will change that. As for people building onto the dunes, they can presumably afford to walk away with nothing when the sea comes calling – a smart person would sell their property facing the beach and move up the hill to Ocean Shores, or

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Rates plan a death knell for real community Q Byron Shire Council cannot legitimately claim that ‘most residents voted for a 33.5 per cent (or 46 per cent or 60 per cent) rate increase’ unless every vote counted was on a form offering the option to vote for a 0 per cent rate increase.

BSC residential rates are

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nity amenity; eliminate expenditure on all areas outside council statutory responsibility; cease all ‘discretionary’ expenditure of little or no direct benefit to ratepayers; stop charging for unwanted ‘services’ – many residents are happy to compost their own green ‘waste’; find other sources of funding for ‘projects’ that BSC wishes to pursue – if the supposed users don’t want to pay, they don’t value the project.

There is enough money for core responsibilities, including road infrastructure, if BSC desists from spending rates on areas of little direct benefit to ratepayers. There is no justification for any residential rate increase above the state-mandated maximum of 2.5 per cent pa.

Send a loud message to BSC that you support a 0 percent rate increase, and for BSC to focus on core statutory responsibilities that directly benefit ratepayers!

R Birch Ocean Shores Q Last year my rates rose by 18 per cent, a windfall to Council owing to land valuation increases. So have everyone else’s rates.

Council has increased the total capital works road budget from $4 million to $27 million in 2016. This money will go a long way to fix some of the bad roads in the shire.

Council has a backlog of $40 million plus in road work, as explained to me, including every street in the Shire, tarred or dirt road. Using this as a base for recommendation allows Council to ask for such high increases and still call option 1 ‘deteriorate’.

I have been a proponent of the paid parking scheme

continued from page 11 flood-liable, and will become more so in the future. Subdividing and building houses on it makes as much sense as subdividing the Belongil Spit did 130 years ago – is that the sort of legacy we want to leave our great-grandchildren?

Matthew Lambourne Mullumbimby

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Argentina has joined most other countries in banning greyhound racing. In July, Premier Mike Baird banned racing in NSW, saying that it is legal in only eight countries around the world. Now there is one less.

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from the start with the argument that here is a way of funding road infrastructure from the users, and therefore decrease the burden to the residents. The $2 million plus collected has added to the roads budget.

How can we have confidence that the roads department are competent enough to deliver on any plans? The past has been dismal, if not incompetent. Now a lot of money is available. I want to know first that the roads department can do a good job before I would support an additional rate rise.

When it comes to the housing affordability issue in our Shire, this rate rise request is a stake through its heart. Owners and landlords will pass the rate rise on to their tenants, some will move from permanent to holiday rental, decreasing the housing stock further and some would have to leave the Shire completely.

There are too many unanswered questions about the intent and the modelling and other options need to be included too, such as increasing the $2 million borrowing on infrastructure, or smaller increases of special rates, etc.

Let Council know what you think via their questionnaire and lobby your councillors urgently not to follow Council staff ’s recommendation.

Jens Krause Byron Bay Q The

fanciful Special Rate Variation (SRV) proposal for Byron Shire is a sure recipe for accelerating the transition of a balanced community of permanent and transient residents into a ‘tourist only’ destination. It is time to send a strong message to by the NSW government notwithstanding, this vile industry is destined for history’s dustbin. Greyhounds used for gambling spend most of their miserable lives muzzled in cramped cages, except when they are taken out to race. These gentle, friendly dogs rarely hear a kind word or feel a loving touch.

Many dogs die from illness and injuries, including broken legs, heatstroke and heart attacks. Those who survive usually only last a couple of years before they slow down and are discarded like rubbish. Thousands are euthanised simply because they don’t win enough races.

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the profligate members of the recently elected council that the ratepayers expect them to manage the Shire’s affairs within the rate peg funds available.

The recent 23.4 per cent (2015/2016) increase in the Ordinary Rate on my residential home makes the SRV brochure rate forecasts completely unbelievable.

Donald L Schoen Byron Bay Q In

2003 I paid a residential rate of $553.26 (a total rate of $1,264.26) to the council. In 2016 I paid a residential rate of $1,286.82 (a total rate of $2,502.82) to the council for the same house.

This is already an increase of 232 per cent in residential rates and 197 per cent in the total rate within the last 13 years. Now the council staff want to raise the residential rates a further 60.2 per cent within the next four years.

If the council staff gets its way I will have to pay at least $4,000 a year for a very small house in Suffolk Park.

But this is not the end of it, because I am sure the NSW Valuer-General will increase the value of most of the properties in the Shire. This will be then the new basis on which the council will calculate its rates, which means I will have to pay even much more than the 300 per cent rate increase since 2003.

The council had revenues of $77 million and expenditures of $63 million last financial year. The council was running a profit of almost $13.5 million last financial year. Here you have your funds for a lot of services and facilities.

When I was last in Brisbane CBD, I had to pay $60 for four hours of parking. aren’t interested in watching dogs race to their deaths, treated like they’re mere racing machines. Attendance is plummeting, tracks are closing, and it’s time for Australia to join the rest of the world and ban this cruel industry for good.

Desmond Bellamy Special Projects Coordinator, PETA Australia Byron Bay

Day of the Dead We would like to thank everyone who came along to the Day of the Dead event at Crystal Castle last Sunday, and those who attended over the past ten years. It was another wonderful celebration

One hour parking in Brisbane CBD is $15.

Please increase the fee for one hour parking everywhere in the Byron Shire (Byron, Suffolk, Mullumbimby, Bangalow) also to S15 an hour.Every spot in the Shire is more beautiful and deserves more parking fees than the Brisbane CBD. Instead of the bed tax you take a parking fee from all the tourists and AirBnBers.

The locals park for free or an annual fee.

The council has to increase its revenues (not through rates) and decrease its expenditures.

Paul Laufenberg Suffolk Park Q I can’t believe the council is

asking ratepayers to pay more money yet again. As it is, we are paying for tourism out of our own pockets in so many ways without realising it.

A prime example of this is the Byron Bay sightseeing bus that has started using Old Bangalow Road as a tourist sightseeing route.

As usual the long-suffering residents have to pay. We are paying for the noise, the added danger on our road, the diesel smoke that belches from the engine into our homes and the hundreds of potholes the bus is now tearing into the road.

We pay for this damage while the company takes the profit with no consequences.

Why should residents pay more rates when it is tourism that is profiting and wrecking the place? So what a cheek for the council to ask for a rate rise. We residents are paying heavily as it is for the privilege of living in a once-beautiful place.

Denise Morden Byron Bay of life, love and death.

We created this event for those in our community who have loved ones dying, or who had died, especially for parents with dead children, so that they could remember and honour them, beyond the rawness of the funerals, and to keep their memories alive as the years passed.

The DOTD here in Byron Shire is for everyone. It is uniquely ours, without trying to imitate others.

It’s a great way to teach children something resourceful around death and dying.

This is an exciting achievement for our small organisation and our Shire.

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Elegaic moments in the park Story & image S Sorrensen

Byron Bay, Tuesday, 3.25pm.

Her hands cover her eyes.

She sits on concrete edging in Railway Park, elbows on knees, her arms propping a head that seems so heavy it would surely fall onto the grass if they didn’t.

She hasn’t moved since I noticed her nearly 20 minutes ago. She justs sits. A cloud, darker than those left behind by a teasing supermoon, hangs over her, shading her within an umbra of gloom.

At least, that’s what I see.

She is so separated from the world that, at first, I thought maybe she was clasping a phone to her ear. But no. Her hands hold only her head. Her curly black hair falls over her hands.

Byron life goes on around her.

A loud couple, plastic shopping bags in hand, walks past her anticipating a cool drink at the Rails. She pays them no heed.

A shirtless bloke, with a topknot speared by a feather, twirls what looks to be two fire-sticks hinged together and tied to a fine chain. He displays his twirling skills to three young women sitting on the grass.

They’re dressed in brown skirts, heavy lace-up boots and Elven carry-bags. He dances around them, sticks spinning. The young women to live but it is also a great place to die. See you next year.

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Selling our soul In the architectural world there are many annual awards for excellence. Awards for forward-thinking designs that enhance our environment, push the envelope of technique and application, and inspire us to think afresh.

Great architecture can be a defining presence – iconic, thought provoking, sometimes outrageous or just plain pleasing to the eye. At its best it can be life-affirming, or simply fabulous to behold!

And then there’s Byron…

We should start our own annual awards for architecture and I suggest we call it the BUBBAs – the Bloody Ugly Byron Building Awards.

For this year I vote for the redevelopment of the old council chambers in Lawson Street. I’m not an architect but I know what I like and this

ignore him and smoke organic tobacco. Only when a trick goes wrong and the two-stick contraption whacks the twirler in the stomach do three heads (shaved sides, bone earrings) turn to him.

The sad woman doesn’t turn.

She has a feral style too (but no boots or shaved bits), though it’s obvious to me that sadness has sucked her out past the warm shallows of fashion and into the chilling depths beyond.

Behind her, cars rumble over a pedestrian crossing, young people with huge backpacks and burnt shoulders stumble towards parked buses, and a screaming child holding his crotch is dragged to the park toilets by a flus-

tered mother pushing an allterrain pram.

Beyond fashion, beyond joy, beyond anger – is sadness.

On the footpath is a stall.

With a silver-encrusted finger, the seller points to necklaces and bangles laid out on worn velvet. A giggle of Japanese wrapped in Australianflag towels looks and laughs.

A small child – a toddler – with blond ringlets and a tie-dyed dress checks out the silvery man and the chuckling Japanese, and then turns away. She hops up onto the concrete edging. With arms outstretched, balancing, she walks along the edging, each barefoot step carefully placed.

She’s headed towards the sad woman.

building looks like sadness.

Seriously, can we get any more generically uninspired aesthetically bland than this building? For a development that could have capitalised on its heritage-listed façade to create something individually ‘Byron’ we have an outcome that brings nothing to the streetscape – nada, zip, zero. It is devoid of anything remotely representative of a town that sees itself as vibrant, progressive, creative and individual.

It’s in a prime position on two street frontages, and with the number of backpacker beds behind its cheap demountable-style façade, will become very much a hub.

A first experience for many travellers. So why aim so low?

How can developers get away with building something so bloody ordinary in a key location?

Even overlooking the physical shape of the building, with its mish-mash of boxy shapes (if it was meant

to be a bit edgy/urban it’s failed completely), there’s nothing remotely green, sustainable or interesting in the face it presents to the world.

Even the most designchallenged hipster would have used something obvious like recycled timber cladding, or incorporated even a token green wall somewhere, or given a tiny nod to its heritage. Not in Byron.

Sure, now we’ve got a masterplan for ultimate bliss, but that counts for nothing if wehave a council rubber stamping sadness.

We sold our soul (and/ or community buildings) to the developers long ago – shouldn’t we start demanding something better back from them?

Geoff Southward Suffolk Park

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Of all the sensory flash in Byron today – the rainbow colours of happiness, the beeping cacophony of wealth, the incense wafts of hope – this woman’s desolation flashes brightest, a lighthouse in a storm.

In this noisy town, her silence rings out like a church bell at dawn, reducing the shrill of commerce, consumption and community to a muted murmuration.

The child has balanced her way to the woman. Gently, she touches the woman on the head. They have similar curls. No response.

Sure, Trump won the presidency, the planet has moved from simmer to saute, and Australia’s heart really is stone, but the woman’s sorrow is beyond such tidal fluctuations. Her heart is broken.

Her misery calls out to its own. In a diminished way, I feel the sadness too, now. But I thank her for that. We need sadness in a hurting world.

It’s the honest response. In a cacophony of lies, a tear tells the silent truth.

The child jumps down from the edging and stands in front of her mum. She touches a hand. Slowly, the hand drops and an eye looks up.

Luckily, there is also love.

The woman’s arms open and the child walks in.

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To net for sharks or not to net: a debate with teeth Q On

balance, as a surfer, I’d be prepared to take the life of the odd turtle, ray, even a dolphin, bless them all, if by doing so I could avoid the horrible moment I saw my leg disappear inside the jaws of an animal to which I am no more than so much meat.

If I could spare anyone such trauma, I would. So give us the protection of shark nets, proven in Queensland and in Sydney.

If you want to protest meaningfully against bycatch,

fair enough; take a look at the multiple tonnage of unwanted animals discarded each week by the tuna long-liners or the prawn trawlers, but give us shark nets, where the risk to other sealife is relatively small and the benefits can be said to be life saving.

Paul Rea Coorabell Q About a dozen men have been bitten by sharks lately, locally. This might be from overfishing, sonar and micro-

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FLAWED LAWS THE JOINT REGIONAL PLANNING PANEL

Instead of a flawed law, here’s a flawed ‘independent’ government department.

For developments that are too big for councils to determine (according to the state government), there’s the Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP).

What is it? Directed by the NSW planning department, there are six panels across the state that assess and generally approve big-ticket items, ‘independently’.

These may include hospitals, bypasses and mega-festivals.

Here’s a fun fact: this panel has an almost 100 per cent approval rate across all panels over the last few years. It’s all on their website.

The ‘independently’ appointed positions are generally made up of former bureaucrats and MPs. The one for this region is chaired by Garry West, a former Nationals Party MP. So how is appointing a former politician an independent post? And given its 100 per cent approval record, is there any oversight or committee that reports on their conduct?

Good luck asking the planning department or its minister regarding these issues; The Echo is yet to receive a reply.

Mr West was reappointed to the chair, the department announced on July 12.

For more visit www.jrpp.nsw.gov.au.

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Q Despite the fear and hysteria surrounding shark attacks in the region, keep in mind you are five times more likely to die from a bee sting, ten to 20 times more likely to die in a horse accident, and hundreds

of times more likely to drown, or perish in a car crash. This is not to downplay the seriousness of a shark attack, but to try and allay the media-fronted fear campaign, using fact instead of rhetoric.

We are doing an injustice to our environmentally conservationist community by allowing shark nets to be implemented on north coast beaches. They are barbaric, outdated and inhumane.

Experts say they don’t work, and that most bycatch and target-catch are vulnerable or endangered species.

They kill indiscriminately and will deprive locals and tourists of the thrill of surfing with dolphins, seeing humpbacks off Wategos and swimming with sea turtles.

Instead, we are listening to shock-jocks, right-wing outof-town media outlets, tapping knees with rubber mallets to push political agendas.

It seems the three recent attack victims do not condone culling or netting, with one commenting on Sunrise of media embellishment regarding shark attacks.

Let us remember that 100,000,000 sharks are killed every year by humans. For every human fatality, 10,000,000 sharks are slaughtered.

This is madness, and shark nets being installed locally would only add to these heartbreaking figures.

We can’t keep killing our way out of anything that poses a threat to human lives.

We are living in the age of

kneejerk, where finger-pointing, band-aid solutions, sensationalism and endorsing non-sustainable practices are bringing our already pillaged and fractured marine ecosystem to its knees.

There is no sense whatsoever in targeting species like Carcharodon Carcharius (Great White Shark), listed as vulnerable. This is like countering deforestation with a chainsaw.

Let’s invest in sustainability, embrace empathy, leave emotion behind and remember what Byron Shire stands for. Sharks do not eat humans, nor target them, and besides, the ocean is already full of lines, hooks and nets.

Adam Meads Bangalow

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Speaking of the rise of the real estate salesman, the highway is through and the developers are gathering for their real estate bonanza. We’ve been watching it happen for the last 30 years along this coastal corridor. Whatever we have learned about sustainable living in this area is in imminent danger of being overwhelmed by a tidal wave of completely unsustainable variations on suburbia, the only development models available.

We hear of Council’s apparently sincere concern about affordable housing but in our current development models that will only happen in the less expensive western suburbs of our future conurbation, which then get more

expensive and affordable housing will have to move again. It’s almost disappeared already here in the more expensive eastern suburbs.

Affordable housing is not possible without sustainable development models. Byron and neighbouring councils are uniquely positioned to take advantage of the knowledge resources available to them in this region and start creating.

Here’s another incentive.

The sustainability movement has discovered that sustainable practice makes far better economic sense than anything we’ve done so far.

For instance, check out what renewables are doing to coal.

That means there is the potential to economically outcompete our current development models. Not just here, globally.

Rather than being overwhelmed, this region could become a net exporter of the major growth industry of the 21st century: sustainable living.

Are there any visionary entrepreneurs with a concern for our future interested in this simple equation? We need sustainable development models and they are likely to be economically smarter than current models, particularly at scale.

Council would probably like to help.

Robin Harrison Binna Burra

all part of Mexico. Owing to US expansion policy and also attacks on US settlers, US policy was invasion and annexing these states which are now part of the greater USA. Could we persuade Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party to persuade the Trump administration to annex Mexico as the 51st state and build a wall on the Guatemala and Belize borders?

This would be a much cheaper option for Trump’s administration.

A quote from Voltaire: ‘Where some states have an army, the Prussian army has a state.’ Can we now say ‘States have corporates, corporate USA now has a state.’

B Hinchcliffe Mullumbimby

wave radiation in the water upsetting them. A shark has radar like a bat.

Sliding in the sea on a plastic plank may not be the wisest act for full-grown men.

If only our people would seek God, and read his manufacturer’s handbook.

This could be the time to stop going out onto the sharks’ dining-room table.

What’s off the menu? Sharkfin soup. Don’t swim in it.

Vyvyan Stott Mullumbimby

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by Ian Rogers The ongoing World Championship match in New York between Magnus Carlsen and Sergey Karjakin has engendered decidedly mixed reviews from spectators, physical and online.

Those paying $US600 for VIP tickets to watch a game at the newly renovated Fulton Market building have enjoyed armchairs, unlimited food and drink, hobnobbing with the sponsors, organisers, Russian politicians and the occasional Grandmaster, plus excellent views of the two title contenders in their glass box.

In contrast the ordinary $US75 ticket-holder has endured far less salubrious conditions, with the venue so crowded on the first Saturday of the match that the organisers were forced to offer refunds to people who were not willing to queue for an hour to catch a glimpse of the players.

Many spectators also found that they had to stand for the duration of the game as only a small number of chairs and benches had been provided for the crowds.

Later the situation improved, with more chairs and weekday attendances lower, but even then

only 15-minute viewing slots were offered so most of the time the match had to be watched on television screens. Nevertheless, the audience has been forgiving, given the 21 year gap since the last world title match in the US. The organisers Agon had hoped for a huge internet audience and had launched legal action to protect their pay-perview model. Fortunately their attempt to injunct other chess web sites from covering the match failed, since the official broadcast on the first day was chaotic, with the game broadcast software full of bugs and unable to show the clock times of the players nor the previous moves.

Add to that the non-delivery of the virtual reality headsets to some who had ordered them and Agon was again faced with calls for refunds – not granted.

Ultimately Agon’s plans for 200,000 paying viewers proved wildly over-optimistic with little more than 10,000 packages sold and even their free service attracting fewer viewers than a traditional site such as Chess24.

Games begin at 6am AEST and may be watched live with commentary via Chess24.com

Resite the wall Why Mexicans love the USA southern states: google on to ‘Maps, Mexican–USA Border 1840s’. Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California were

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How the RE-generation changed everything, from 1960 to today: Rumoured death of the counterculture exaggerated People are saying that the counterculture – the raft of new movements founded by baby boomers in the 1960s and 1970s – has been dealt its death blow by the triumph of Trump and Brexit, and possibly by our own idiots in Canberra.

Not so fast.

I argued last month that Trumpism was yet another offensive by the forces still fighting the Enlightenment and the Renaissance. I see the radical movements of the past 50 years as developments of those 18th century breakthroughs, which were fundamentally based on science replacing superstition, and that is an ongoing process. Trump lives in a fog of superstitions of his own invention, eg that he has a plan and is a good person.

A-bomb arrives I was born nine months after President Truman dropped the A-bomb on Hiroshima, supposedly to end World War II but more to warn every nation on Earth that only the USA had the right and the means to win WWIII. That birth date put me on the cutting edge of what demographers and marketing men dubbed the baby boom.

Lately I’ve been on a campaign to ditch that label, not just because it’s a brand that’s been relentlessly trashed but also because it entirely misses the point about my generation.

We were born into a society numbed by war and dislocation. Our childhood viewing of American cartoons and westerns was interspersed with newsreels of piles of

counterculture was about, most of which our lives are still about.

Circus Oz, some died young, and some live in the Shire.

The captions under these covers list contents which, even if you don’t go to the UoW website, will give an idea of what our nation’s

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From left, issue #6, The sclerotic Lib govt throws Joe Cocker out of Australia for smoking a joint / high school teacher describes impromptu sex-education class, and gets fired – she was/is Helen Garner; #11, Sydney women smash the blokes-only in bars rule / Aquarius Festival happening in Nimbin; and #17, suddenly Australia makes films / more Nimbin.

emaciated dead people being bulldozed into ditches at Auschwitz. The values, principles, morals, and manners of our ‘western world’ were all crying out to be reviewed and rewritten – so I call my cohort not the baby boomers but the re-generation, because we felt compelled to review, rewrite and reinvent just about everything, so we did.

Here are a few of the biggest reinventions: Feminism. De Bouvoir, Friedan, Greer and so many more rewrote the rules for women. This entire agenda is still a battleground, from fundamentals such as electing women leaders to Trump’s pussy-grabbing. The triumph of PC-haters will not stop this inexorable force.

Environmentalism. From Silent Spring to the Greens, a monumental journey which must prevail against the Sarah Palins and ExxonMobils and Turnbull and Adani, or we’re all done for.

LGBT came out in the 1960s here as it did in the US and Europe. Another historical inevitability that will keep on evolving, whatever

the trogs say or do.

Racial equality. When I was a teenager South Africa was an apartheid state, Australia’s first people were not citizens, and millions of activists in the USA were making civil rights universal, at least on paper.

Sex and the rest Sex, drugs and rock’n’roll.

This is what the tabloids think the counterculture was about. In the 1960s, sex was revolutionised by the Pill and electrified music enabled rock’n’roll. None of this holy trinity is done with yet, whatever Trump and his gang of repressed and repressive dickheads do.

That’s just a skim of the surface of what was re-generated by people born between the war and 1964.

When I was 19 I started a weekly paper focused on Australian music, followed by three counterculture magazines also by and for Australians my age – Revolution, High Times and The Digger – and those three have now been put online by the University of Wollongong: http://

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A responsibility to protect biodiversity and Longtime eco-warrior, member of parliament, former Byron Shire mayor and keen basket-weaver Jan Barham recently resigned from the NSW upper house. This is an edited extract from her valedictory speech given last week.

On delivering it she received a standing ovation from her fellow MPs.

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s I stand here to give my final speech as an elected member of Parliament, after informing the House of my intention to resign on 11 October, I can say it has not been easy but I thank you all for your kindness. What has been rewarding is that my parliamentary career made a difference to others.

Some people have shared their experiences with me, and those experiences confirm that we all need to communicate more honestly about how we feel. The best response is that some people have said that they will address their own situations and take the time for selfcare. That makes my decision to be publicly honest about my struggle worthwhile. We need to break the barrier and the stigma of mental health and we need to be more open about pressures of life and make it okay to speak openly about our feelings and responses to a chaotic world.

Politics is a very strange en-

vironment to work in, and for those of us who put ourselves in the public arena it can be very challenging to our wellbeing.

I have spent 17 years in public life – 13 years in local government and five years as a member of parliament. It has been an incredible honour to serve the community and The Greens.

Dumbing-down I am not comfortable with adversarial politics. As mayor I had spent too much time in the media, not always with good outcomes politically and personally. I have watched the dumbing-down of democracy and I believe both the media and politicians have colluded in that process. The 24/7 media cycle with the focus on the slogans, the personality politics and the fascination with internal party politics results in scant focus on issues.

At home we are fortunate to have independent media, with the Byron Shire Echo and

Bay FM community radio.

My community has always had a voice and local issues are reported exhaustively, sometimes too exhaustively, but the community feels that the media serve them and provides accountability of their representatives.

Democracy is a powerful tool for peaceful and respectful social change, but I think that we as a society can do democracy in a much more respectful and civilised way and achieve better outcomes.

I also think that many in our society are at a point where they are tired of the narrow, inward focus. Democracy is about them, not us.

In community there are times when you are on opposing sides of an issue, and then the next day you can be united. This is when the best is revealed; when you come together as a community.

This for me is the value of the experience of grassroots democracy. This is the reason I enjoy committee work.

It provides an opportunity

changes the commercial nature of tourism and can deliver antisocial behaviour into neighbourhoods.

Other inquiries included those on same-sex marriage laws, drug and alcohol treatment, young people and alcohol abuse, and volunteering among young people, which I expanded to include the important aspect of unpaid work and internships.

Inequality for members representing diverse party political positions to work collaboratively, delving into an issue, receiving submissions, hearing evidence and then working together to develop responses to inform government.

I began with the inquiry into tourism impacts on local communities, an issue I was already well versed in from being on Council in an area that was experiencing the pressures of popularity. The commercial use of residential properties affects housing affordability and availability,

My portfolios have covered the range of vulnerable and disadvantaged areas.

With housing, I came into contact with the pressures on the system to deal with increasing numbers of people affected by growing vulnerability and insecurity. Homelessness is on the rise, an inevitable result of the growing inequality and the government focus on housing as an investment vehicle rather than the platform for people to have a secure life.

We must never forget that housing is a right, and it pro-

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It is time for the state to … invest in public housing and ensure tax policies targeted at [providing houses] for all instead of profits for investors.

In terms of committee work, I take the greatest pride in the final inquiry I proposed and chaired into reparations for the Stolen Generations in New South Wales. Since 1994 I have worked closely with the Arakwal people of Byron Bay. The ongoing relationship with the elders and the families meant that over time their trust developed and they shared insights into their lives.

I was shocked by much of what I learnt. This has fuelled my commitment to seek reparations for Aboriginal people. The mistreatment of Aboriginal people under previous laws and policies of government is an ongoing stain on our history.

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The impact of the forced removal of Aboriginal children has resulted in intergenerational trauma, and we must recognise the responsibility to address the wrongs – and it must be done quickly, as many survivors are ageing.

During my first term I was struggling … some of you noticed; some of you did not. The pressures of having the dual roles of mayor and member of parliament caused physical stress, and the emotional stress was mounting.

Death threat It was during this time I received a death threat and it scared the hell out of me. As a single person living alone it caused me anxiety and, for the first time, insomnia.

At the same time the deaths of friends were having an impact. Grief takes its toll.

When my time at Council finished in September 2012, I set myself a task to regain my health and vitality for a single role of service. That soon crashed with the diagnosis of my brother’s cancer, his death within a few months and the grief. Then, my mother’s cancer diagnosis.

I determined early to take constituent concerns directly to ministers to seek outcomes, and I thank all the ministers I have dealt with. For the most part they and their staff, who are amazing, have responded well and recognised when the system has failed or when a review was required to support those in need. That gave me great faith.

It is difficult to have systems that will deliver for all people. The strongest recognition of this is in the child protection area and how it relates to other issues such as housing, mental health and substance abuse.

I am proud to be a member of a community that understands the challenge of strategic planning, and the responsibility of confronting future risks and developing strategies. This week’s passage of the Biodiversity Conservation Bill was hard to witness, but I wanted to be here. I congratulate Dr Mehreen Faruqi and her staff on putting on the record the arguments in support of nature. I am also very proud of the activism and community cohesion response when government is not serving the people. Bentley and all the anti-coal-seam gas groups across the state have been a high point in the delivery

Jan Barham, in green pants, recently joined the Knitting Nannas Against Gas (knitting-nannas.com) at a knit-in in Martin Place, Sydney.

of peaceful, creative, nonviolent direct action, and the Knitting Nannas are inspirational – I think I will be wearing yellow in the future.

I was also successful in moving motions about carer support, homelessness, mindfulness training, disability support, and a few other important issues affecting the lives of the most vulnerable in our society. I am also pleased that I have been able to secure support for a dozen motions on climate change.

Of course, there are always libraries – no-one will forget our debates on libraries. I do not understand why the government does not increase support for one of our most valuable community institutions. They are good value, but communities will suffer if their operations decline because of the financial strain that has been cost-shifted to local government.

Greens conflict Although my focus has always been outward in an attempt to achieve meaningful outcomes, I have reflected on how the politics within this place and within my own party has impacted upon and contributed to my decision to leave. As a long-term member of the Greens, I had never imagined the pressures that I would feel from my party colleagues, and that the greatest source of conflict in this role would come from internal politics and the failure to accommodate the diversity among our members.

On 15 September 2011, several of my colleagues and I spoke to a motion about the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement. We had

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different perspectives on the motion, reflecting the different perspectives of party members. Hansard records the considered positions we each took. There was no vote on the motion.

However, within The Greens the issue was fraught, and there were recriminations about the comments.

A complaint was lodged and it spiralled to the point of a threat of expulsion. That complaints process took 18 months, and ultimately remains unresolved. It led to the circulation of misinformation that inflamed some members and led to my being abused at a State Delegates Council meeting. The bullying and conflict involved in that situation left me feeling unsafe.

and uphold its value. I believe we have a responsibility to protect not only biodiversity but social diversity, which enriches and enhances our society and political life.

In recent times there has been public exposure of some of the nastiness that has emerged in The Greens, and it saddens me that some members exhibit behaviour

contrary to the core principles of The Greens. My experience in recent years has left me convinced that The Greens need to focus on how to embrace and allow the party to engage in a more respectful acceptance of the diverse perspectives and approaches to being Green, and realise our shared commitment to a better, fairer and more caring society in future.

Times have changed, and I am now exhausted and unable to meet my own standards. Owing to my depression, migraines, anxiety, anaemia and arthritis, I have lost the enthusiasm and optimism I once had.

For those who have shown their concern, I advise you that I have not had self-harm responses, but I recognise my lack of self-care. I have chosen to take the action to remove the stresses and external pressures, and redefine my life. I will take time out to care for myself and be there for my mother and friends, and do more gardening and basket weaving – yes, I do!

And there may be a book in me; I have a double garage full of stuff.

I look forward to my health and energy returning so I can continue to serve the community. My present loss of hope will pass, I am sure of that.

I will continue to advocate for action to look after our communities and environment.

To all members, I offer my respect. It is a tough job.

I appreciate the opportunity to work with all of you and to develop some unlikely friendships that I am sure we will continue. Take care, all of you.

To the organisations and individuals who have assisted my office in advice and insight into issues, thank you.

To my Greens colleagues who all work extremely hard, I will always offer advice about working more respectfully and collaboratively. I am grateful for the experience of serving the community and for the opportunity of working in this place. Thank you all.

Q See the full speech at http:// bit.ly/JBfarewell. Ms Barham has also posted a video of the speech on her Facebook page.

Thank you to the people and businesses who generously donated to the Byron Community Primary School 2016 fundraiser.

Machinations To this day, many members of our party would be unaware of the tensions and machinations that were operating to create pressure and turmoil for some of their elected members.

I firmly believe that the success of our party and the movement we represent relies on accepting that we will have differences, we will not always have unanimity, and yet we can continue to work together based on the values that we share, and draw strength from the difference to operate in an open and welcoming way, not engage in secrecy and personal attacks.

For 25 years I have been a member of The Greens. I have been committed to the principles but have also been aware of diverse views within the party. I do not shy away from diversity; I promote it

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James Hardware Mitre 10

Bridglands Betta Home Living

James Hardware Mitre 10 is a local family-owned business and prides itself on its good old-fashioned service.

Supplying all your hardware, paint, building, roofing, plumbing, plant and camping needs. People shop with us because they are served by helpful experienced staff whom they trust.

James Hardware has been supporting the local community for 62 years.

Bridglands was established in 1908 and to this day is still owned and operated by the fourth generation of the Bridgland family – you can’t get more local than Rob Bridgland and his team.

This local Betta Home Living store sells a wide range of electrical, furniture and bedding goods. As it’s part of a 200-strong buying cooperative, you can be assured that you are always buying at the best price at Bridglands.

LLU M V E T

124 Dalley Street Mullumbimby Phone 6684 3818 After Hours Emergency Service Small & Large animals. Locally owned with a friendly & caring team!

Mullumbimby, a colourful, beautiful part of the world!

Dolphin Office Choice

Rob Bele and his team are committed to providing excellence in all pharmacy services at affordable prices. Chemsave chemists offer low prices, huge savings, a fantastic range of products, and other great benefits, while still providing friendly and professional service and expert advice from someone you know and trust!

Dalley Street 6684 6226

Burringbar Street 6684 2026

• Allure Mullumbimby

• Chincogan Mechanical

• Art Piece Gallery

• Chincogan Store

• Byron Pork and Meats

• Colleen Reilly Optometrist

Take care of your pets this summer, and if you need a vet, come see our friendly, professional and dedicated team at Mullumbimby Vet Clinic. We are a mixed practice so we see both small and large animals. We also offer an after-hours emergency service, and do house calls if you can’t get your animal to our clinic.

We care.

Dalley Street 6684 3818

• Crystalight Pty Ltd

• Liberty Service Station

• Devine Quality Meats

• Magic Pot

• Dolphin Office Choice

• Middle Pub • Mullum Chemsave Pharmacy

• Edens Landing

• Mullum Disposals

• Bridglands Betta Home Living • Court House Hotel • Bud Bay Shop • Craig Watson Soul Pattinson

• Hooked and Cooked

• Cactus Hill Project

• James Hardware (Mitre 10 Mullum)

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Mullum Vet

Dolphin Office Choice stock all manner of stationery products. Head to Dolphin Office Choice for just the right advice on your next project. Mullumbimby customers comment on how much they appreciate having the broad range of stock and services in their town. The business holds a firm belief in supporting their community by shopping locally themselves.

PARTICIPATING STORES:

Chemist

Electrical – Stuart Street Furniture – Burringbar Street 6684 2511 – both stores

Stuart Street 6684 2083

Mullum Chemsave Pharmacy

ELECTRICAL - STUART STREET FURNITURE - BURRINGBAR STREET

It’s probably been like this for a hundred years: ‘oyster bars’ have been replaced by cool cafes, organic stores and computer shops; and it’s a bit harder to get a park, but you can still see your friends from the hills shopping in Mullumbimby’s main street or at the music festival. There’s a great sense of community here that we should support by shopping locally.

• Mullum Instyle

• IGA Mullumbimby

• Mullum Mac

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Globalisation, warfare and the search for real democracy Q Many

people believe that our system of government is a democracy, specifically a ‘representative democracy’, and they say the will of the people is determined by elections. But as Princeton University researchers Gilens and Page concluded from their extensive examination of government policy objectives, elections are an expensive charade and our system is more accurately called a plutocracy, specifically a warprofiteering plutocracy.

The US branch of this supra-national plutocracy has its headquarters in the White House, which brags on its website at whitehouse.gov that it sold $97 billion worth of weapons to Saudi Arabia last year. Our own crony branch office in Canberra has encumbered us all with a $20 billion debt for overpriced war planes from the same corporations that protect and reward warmongers like Howard and Co for the bidding they did while in office.

Governments are the biggest arms dealers in the world and their policies invariably serve the interests of major multinational corporations like Halliburton,

Boeing, Monsanto and Shell, all beneficiaries of the permanent war industry. While currently ignored by corporate controlled mainstream media, this abysmal system has had high-profile critics in the past.

Like President Eisenhower, who famously warned, ‘In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence by the military industrial complex.’ And one of America’s most decorated war heroes, General Smedley Butler, whose succinct and accessible book, War is a Racket, details the extent of war profiteering as it was in his time, then a small fraction of what it is today.

John Scrivener Main Arm Q Brexit

then Trump. What does it all mean?

The pundits have been theorising that Clinton shouldn’t have said ‘deplorables’, shouldn’t have played the gender card, etc. All nonsense; the people who Brexit and Trump appealed to are the ‘déclassé’, those who have lost out in the upheavals of recent events.

The recent events which have created the current rump of discontent in the West are what we have been taught to call ‘globalisation’ and ‘free trade’. We might have called them differently had we realised that they amounted to a cunning plan to bypass union or worker power and export our jobs to places where pay rates are negligible – first Japan, then Korea and Taiwan, then China.

As a result these places have all grown wealthy, while the West has essentially been treading water – especially in the American mid-west. That Detroit is now virtually a ghost town says it all. How could western business have been so stupid? And that’s without labouring the fact that in China we’ve created a power-hungry monster that our children will have to deal with.

Since the recent election John Howard has said that we need to explain globalisation and free trade better to the people. Really? I haven’t noticed that it’s been explained at all; what we’ve had is the repeated mantra that they’re somehow magically good for economic growth and jobs.

History has shown that

it’s the countries that export goods that grow wealthy.

Now we’re told that by merely increasing ‘economic activity’ everyone magically benefits – even though much ‘economic activity’, ie Wall Street, these days consists merely of speculation and hedging that creates no wealth in its own right but merely redistributes it to the privileged.

Essentially the Brexit and Trump lesson for the West is this: it is counterproductive to deprive your citizens of their income and their self-esteem unless you also deprive them of their vote. Duh. Fast Buck$ Coorabell Q We repeatedly hear from various correspondents, and most of our elected representatives (parliamentarians), that we are lucky to be living in a democracy! Are we? Do we?

A proper democracy is one in which our elected representatives, a minority, are so placed to implement the wishes of the public, the majority. From the very first step in our system, the lie is given, because we are punished, financially of course, if we choose not to use our vote!

We are denied referendums on some very important points: 1. How many Australians wish, if comprehensively informed, to consume fluoridated water?

2. How many Australians wish to be governed by an allpowerful, and remote, world government, a government which cannot be removed if we find it not to our liking?

According to one of the early planners, the penalty for opposition is death!

3. How many Australians wish to sell off our natural resources, ie water, minerals, power generating plants, our marine services, our transport networks, and perhaps most importantly our foodgrowing potential?

All the above services are scheduled for privatisation for one-off payments of billions of dollars. The purchaser gets control in perpetuity, and we will be permitted, if we have the purchasing power, to buy back what we once owned, at whatever price the new owners choose to set! What happens to the billions ‘we’ get is not yet clearly stated.

Corporations do not normally use their capital in

taking over enterprise; they obtain credits from the big banks, which in the end, with the establishing of a world central banking organisation, will ultimately own everything by the simple process of cancelling debts for equity; debts by the way which were created out of nothing. In this regard see the Charter of the Bank of England.

After all this sleight of hand has taken place, our children, and their children after them, will own nothing, and any access they may have to the GIP (gross international product) will be at the say-so of some seat-polishing international civil servant.

By the subversive actions of our elected parliamentarians, and the inaction (except on the sportsfield) of the electorate our future generations are destined to be slaves of an extremely vicious financial organisation. There are of course political connections to that same financial structure.

In the cause of sanity, and the future general prosperity, when will the dinky-di Australians wake up?

Jim Innes Mullumbimby

Funding our future

Every ecosystem is being altered

Special Rate Variation

Nadia Prupis

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Last week to have your say Byron Shire Council is seeking feedback on a proposal to apply for a Special Rate Variation. A Special Rate Variation will impact the general rate amount (ordinary land rate) on your rates notice. It will not affect other service charges such as waste, water, sewer and stormwater.

What is being proposed?

Funds raised from the Special Rate Variation will be spent on roads, road drainage, footpaths, bridges, urban stormwater, community buildings, public amenities, parks and open spaces. 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. The three options are:

Option 1.

Option 2.

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increase general rates by 7.5% increase general rates by 10% increase general rates by 12.5%

Find out more...

We need your feedback on your preferred option to ensure that we deliver services in line with community expectations and remain financially sustainable. You can find out more at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/funding-our-future and complete our survey. If you’d like a copy posted, phone our hotline on 6626 7249. Or you can post your feedback to The General Manager, Byron Shire Council, PO Box 219, Mullumbimby, NSW 2482. All feedback will be reported to Council at the 15 December meeting.

www.byron.nsw.gov.au/funding-our-future 24 November 23, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

Climate change is already affecting life on Earth, despite a global temperature increase of just 1°C, according to a new study published in the journal Science this month.

Nearly every ecosystem on the planet is being altered, and plants and animals are being so affected that scientists may soon be forced to intervene to create ‘humanassisted evolution’, the study, titled The Broad Footprint of Climate Change from Genes to Biomes to People, found.

The researchers say 82 per cent of ‘core ecological processes’ on land and sea have been affected by climate change in a way that had not been expected ‘for decades.’

Co-author and professor John Pandolfi of the University of Queensland said, ‘Temperature extremes are causing evolutionary adaption in many species, changing them genetically and physically. These responses include changes in tolerances to high temperatures, shifts in sexratios, reduced body size, and migration of species.’

Dr James Watson, associate professor of planning and

environmental management at UQ’s School of Geography, added, ‘We are simply astonished at the level of change we observed which many of us in the scientific community did not expect to see for decades.’

The changes have manifested in some species shifting to higher or lower ground as the planet heats up, while others are becoming smaller, ‘as a higher surface-areato-body-mass ratio makes it easier to stay cool,’ The Independent reported. The outlet wrote: ‘For example, six species of woodland salamander in the Appalachian Mountains have undergone an average eight per cent reduction in body size over the past 50 years. Slightly smaller lizards might not sound like something to overly concern humans, but there is evidence this response is also affecting important sources of food.’

C o-author Dr Tom Bridge said, ‘These multilevel biological impacts of climate change will affect humans. Increasing disease outbreaks, inconsistent crop yields, and reduced fisheries productivity all threaten our food security.

Average global tempera-

tures have risen 1°C since the industrial era. The study states that this has ‘already had broad and worrying impacts on natural systems, with accumulating consequences for people. Minimising the impacts of climate change on core ecological processes must now be a key policy priority for all nations.’

The study called on governments to follow through on the promises made in the Paris climate agreement, which aims to keep global warming below a 1.5°C threshold – although an increasing number of scientists are sounding the alarm that even those pledges may be too little, too late.

‘Time is running out for a globally synchronised response to climate change that integrates adequate protection of biodiversity and ecosystem services,’ the study continued. It is no longer sensible to consider this as a concern for the future – if we don’t act quickly to curb emissions it is likely that every ecosystem across Earth will fundamentally change in our lifetimes.’

– First published on commondreams.org.

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Property insider

for the first three months of the 2016/2017 financial year, down seven per cent on 2015/2016.

The fall in transactions saw a decline in government revenue of more than four per cent to $2.0643 billion.

Stamp duty making people renovate rather than sell?

Homeowners are electing to undertake renovations rather than sell their properties in an attempt to avoid stamp duty, according to REINSW. REINSW president John Cunningham said the number of property transactions had hit a four-year low for the month of October 2016

according to data from the NSW Office of State Revenue.

He said: ‘The number of land-related transactions transactions in October 2016 was 17,312, almost 12 per cent less than the same period last year and at levels last seen in 2012.’

‘There were 55,745 transactions

‘Latest building approval data from the ABS highlight what we had been suspecting for some time: homeowners are electing to renovate and add value to their properties rather than throwing money away though stamp duty associated with purchasing a new home.

‘It is time for the NSW Government to recognise this trend and review stamp-duty levels. It is totally unacceptable that the government has allowed stamp-duty levels to remain unchanged for 30 years.

‘A review of stamp-duty rates would result in more transactions and would benefit not only residents of NSW but would act to increase revenues that are currently in decline.’

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Much potential and opportunity. Owner is inviting offers.

Apartment and unit owners be aware as fines get bigger for breaching by-laws Apartment and unit owners face hefty fines for breaching by-laws under new legislation.

One hope this will mean the number of disputes is curbed in NSW communities.

Fines are being doubled for breaching by-laws and if you are caught offending twice in the same year; expect to pay double again in strong new legislation set to mean big changes for 2.1 million owners statewide.

Issues such as the keeping of pets, noise complaints and owners renting out houses for parties were a major reason for the changes, and owners in New South Wales have just two weeks to curb their

behaviour before it hurts them in the hip pocket.

also doubled to $2,200.

The Department of Fair Trading website fairtrading. nsw.gov.au contains a lot of information and is definitely worth reading if you are an owner or tenant in a strata complex.

Body corporate disputes have for some time been a significant drain on the legal industry’s time, and it is hoped that this new legislation, will see owners finally take the rules seriously and see the number of disputes drop dramatically.

HAVE ANYTHING TO LET US KNOW ABOUT?

What was a $550 fine has now been scaled up to $1,100 for breaching community by-laws, and if you happen to commit the same breach within 12 months, the maximum fine is

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LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads 02 6685 0177

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

• Close to shops + transport • Flat walk to beach Price

By Negotiation View Saturday 12–12.30pm Contact Peter Browning 0411 801 795 LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads 02 6685 0177

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Property Waterview Court

Sought After

First Home Buyers, Investors…

5–19 Waterview Court, West Ballina

49 Helen Street, South Golden Beach

7 Lomandra Avenue, Canaiba

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Every post has been made a winner in this stunning waterfront townhouse located in the northern rivers region near Cape Byron.

Positioned on the edge of the majestic Richmond River, Waterview Court is a recently renovated two storey brick abode that has been cleverly crafted to ensure spectacular water views from every window.

Set across a 323sqm block with 216sqm of living space, this three bedroom, two bathroom home radiates calm and serenity, offering an easterly-facing sun-drenched balcony, oversized master suite and spacious open-plan kitchen complete with granite bench tops.

Drink in the ever-changing views as the grand waterway wends its way past the fully fenced riverside garden, gently changing shape, colour and texture before your eyes. Or immerse yourself more deeply via the use of the numerous boat moorings nearby.

Ideal for families or anyone who cherishes their privacy.

Unpack, relax, and soak up living in South Golden Beach. The immaculate timber home is an 800m level walk to the beach, and cafes, farmers markets schools and shops are all very close by.

Spacious open-plan living extends onto a north-facing verandah, and cafe blinds ensure all-weather use.

Timber parquetry floors feature throughout the living area and large kitchen, plus air-conditioning, a wood fire and ceiling fans add to your comfort. Three well-sized bedrooms have built-in robes, and the main bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and a separate deck.

There is ample storage inside, 2 garden sheds, a remote garage, carport and an off-street parking bay for a van or boat. An easy-care 639m2 property, with a north-facing backyard, sauna and gazebo.

Arrange to view this immaculate home today.

Located just 5 mins from Lismore... this striking, newly-built Del Casa home is a statement in ultra-modern style.

If you prefer a distinctive home which offers relaxed family living and effortless entertaining, this property is certainly worth inspecting. The immaculate facade incorporates clean architectural lines with a central timber feature, while a timber ramp leads you beneath the entrance portico and up to the entrance.

Inside the home, you’ll find a range of separate living areas, which have been designed to provide multiple lifestyle options for the family. Your generous, split-level open plan living and dining areas are flooded with natural light thanks to the 13 foot ceilings and wide glass doors which open back to provide seamless indoor outdoor living. Gleaming Spotted Gum flooring features throughout the living area as well. Agent Interest.

Auction: 26 November at 9am onsite Inspect: Saturdays 10.00 – 10.30am Contact: Denzil Lloyd 0481 864 049 Great Real Estate

Inspect: Saturday 1-1.30pm Contact: David Mutkins 0421 906 460 LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads

Inspect: Saturday 1.00 – 1.45pm Contact: Caitlin Hellyar 0428 883 815 / 6680 5000 Raine & Horne Northern Rivers Group

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Huge covered entertaining deck

251 Rosebank Road, ROSEBANK Open Saturdays 11am - 12 noon Open Wednesdays 4pm - 4.30pm Duncan Lorimer 0400 844 412

AUCTION 10 December 10am On Site

• Absolute river front with riverside garden • Sun-drenched balcony • Recently renovated • Private position in boutique block • Secure gated community • Granite bench tops • Close to boat moorings

www.greatrealestate.com.au Contact Denzil Lloyd on M: 0481 864 049 or E: denzil@greatrealestate.com.au Great Real Estate is a division of Unique Estates Australia.

The Heart of the Hinterland 26 November 23, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

All information herein is from sources Great Real Estate consider reliable. However, interested parties must rely on their own enquiries.

Vendors may remove a property from sale at any time and pricing can be subject to change.

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38 apartments sold and only 11 remaining in Stage One

AFFORDABLE HOUSING NOW – Eco Village, Goonellabah 2

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• Brand new 2 bed, 2 bath eco-partments from only $275,000 • This Eco Village offers a variety of contemporary 2 bed AND 2 bathroom apartments, all incorporating beautiful natural vistas both native and garden • Each apartment will have a classic modern feel utilising an array of natural materials with generous living space ranges from 78m2 to 96m2 • These stunning apartments feature open plan living, stone bench tops will feature in the kitchen and bathroom.

• The modern architecture featuring high quality finishes and Colorbond exterior in contemporary colours fits perfectly with the stunning stone retaining walls • Construction commencing 5 December, 2016

Phone RE/MAX Coastal 02 6685 5650 28 November 23, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

From $275,000 $20,000 GOVERNMENT GRANTS AVAILABLE + $5,000 NEW BUILDING GRANT + $10,000 FIRST HOME BUYERS GRANT NO STAMP DUTY FOR FIRST HOME BUYERS So $35k to first home buyers or $25k to existing home owners and investors.

That is your deposit so phone now – only while stocks last.

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Property Idyllic Lifestyle Retreat

Quality Townhouses

Bangalow Beauty!

23/3 Pecan Court, Suffolk Park

51 Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores

7 Bannister Court, Bangalow

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Set in the tranquil ‘Forest Glades’, this community title home is beautifully presented and perfectly designed over two levels to embrace the breezy elevated position.

The property features a harmonious layout with low sheen timber floorboards underfoot, the bright lounge opens onto a serene patio and flowering gardens, the dining area features soaring ceilings and easy outdoor flow and a well equipped spacious kitchen includes plentiful bench space. The property has good sized bedrooms with the master adjoining a walk-in robe and ensuite. The entertaining deck basks in sun streaming through leafy trees. All set amidst glorious wildlife gardens, a short walk to the complex pool via rainforest pathways, onsite manager and a sanctuary environment for residents to enjoy. It’s a stroll to beaches with The Park Hotel, cafes and Baz & Shaz Fruit & Veg all nearby and a short drive to Byron Bay. Auction: Saturday 17th December 2.00pm Inspect: 11.30am – 12.00pm Contact: Heidi Last 0416 072 868 McGrath Byron Bay

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This complex will set a new benchmark for coastal living. Modern with clean lines and clever use of space these properties will not last long. FiftyOne features 14 townhouses facing North East towards the Brunswick River and ocean. These are high quality 1 bedroom townhouses, 2 units (5 and 10) are single storey while the remaining units span over 2 levels maximising the space with loft style appeal along with well thought out greenspace and landscaping. Positioned in one of the most enviable areas of Ocean Shores within walking distance of shops, eateries and the beach FifyOne is perfect for those astute investors or owner occupiers looking for a lifestyle packed with comfort, connection and location. First home buyers grants and new home grants apply so be quick as 9 units have already been sold and only 5 are left. Stage one due for completion January 17 with Stage 2 July 17.

Contact: Lainie Towner 0430 588 106 Remax Coastal

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This Bangalow home is appealing for so many reasons. It has an elevated, private position at the end of a cul-de-sac offering a sensational view back over the village and rolling hills surrounding Bangalow. It is a character-filled, two storey timber home with expansive decks and verandahs capturing the stunning outlook. The block size is an impressive 1050sqm, providing space to build a granny flat if desired or even put in a pool STCA. The gardens are mature and well established ensuring privacy from neighbouring properties. There is a separate single garage which would be perfect for a studio. It’s location is an easy walk to the show grounds and into the main street of Bangalow.

This home won’t last long, so make an inspection to view straight away.

Inspect: Saturday 10am – 10.30am Contact: Janice Maple 0401 026 359 / 6687 1500 Elders Bangalow

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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.

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

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 The Legal Light

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

• Sale and leaseback: brand-new 10 year net lease to Caltex Australia

Nathan Luke

• Net rental of $175,000 per annum • Options to 2042

Can you get sacked for getting a tattoo?

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The Good Life Whisky and smoked oysters

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Blake Seymour has invited whisky expert Matt Barnett and ‘Smoked Oyster Queen’ Lucy Ashley to the special Christmas Blake’s Table event at Spinnakers Ballina.

‘Matt will be sharing a few of his finest single-malt whiskies’, said Blake. ‘Plus, Lucy and I have been working on a unique smoked oyster to start the evening off.’

Blake’s Table menu generally highlights local seafood, pork, beef and, of course, finishes with a dessert. This evening will be special with several Matt Barnett has a single malt just for you. grazing courses, a drink on arrival and the chance to meet Matt and Lucy.

Bookings: 6686 2544 to reserve your seat Locals and their friends are invited to at Blake’s Table on Friday evening Dec 9 experience local produce and ingredients in from 6.30pm. www.ballinarsl.com.au the shared-plate atmosphere.

Bar manager Keon Wolf creating magic in Drift Bar

Festive dining on the menu at Elements of Byron Escape for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks this summer to Elements of Byron resort.

With free parking and plenty of space for informal meetings and celebrations, there is good reason to mosey down Bayshore Drive and see what the fuss is all about.

Sometimes it’s nice not to have to make decisions and the new Hinterland Menu at Graze Restaurant & Lounge, priced at $80 per person, allows guests to sit back, soak up the elements and take a creative culinary journey. ‘This is the menu we go to town with’, says Chef Sam Garde. ‘It’s everchanging based on what’s freshest and what excites our team of chefs on the day’.

Community gardens are a great way to create access to fresh, nutritious food, and build community interaction.

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And for those seeking a more traditional festive season feast, for the month of December the special Christmas menu includes herbed slow-cooked breast and chestnut-stuffed leg of turkey with crispy parma ham, shaved brussels sprouts and cranberry madeira jus and Christmas pudding with nutmeg brandy custard.

It is possible to dine indoors, poolside on the terrace or book the Private Dining Room for sixteen. Enclosed by a hand-crafted sixmetre wall of timber and glass detailed in Australian hardwood, the room is home to Mullumbimby artist Noel Hart’s four layered oil paint, pigment and charcoal paintings on jute, which honour the four ecologies across the Elements of Byron site.

Fire Pit Fridays have been popular since their July launch thanks to locals as well as resort guests. From 5 till 7pm the oystershucking station serves $1 oysters and there are complimentary nibbles from the chefs at Graze.

You can challenge the bartenders to create your concoction of choice using Drift Bar’s impressive range of spirits including Tasmanian vodka and gin from Margaret River, Yarra Valley and of course the sensational local Ink Gin from Tumbulgum.

Welcoming locals seven days for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks.

By Mello Edwards from Mullumbimby Community Garden Mullumbimby’s Community Garden is a flourishing slice of abundance that has been transformed by volunteers over seven years from an idea, and a weedy paddock, into two hectares of beauty and productivity.

and produce a whole range of vital organic vegetables. The whole place is organic; of course they use no chemicals whatsoever.

Even the paints used for artistic signage are eco-paints.

In the 40-bed section called Food For All you can pick what is in season and leave a donation. The Children’s Garden provides a safe place for mothers and babies (some fathers too) to have a singalong, while the little people enjoy some of the fruit from that fenced area, under the shade.

They recycle all green waste, plus some scraps from Santos, in locally sourced manures. There are ceremony lawns with a beautiful bamboo shelter, a hexagonal beehive, a bee expert who gives workshops, and a small ‘market garden’ where produce is sold as a fundraiser.

Flower beds and maturing fruit trees add to the beauty for everyone. There are more than 50 allotments, so members can have their own private gardens with all the hand tools, irrigation, fertiliser and mulch onsite too.

The Rotunda is a lovely seven-sided space used for workshops, and is also the community hub for lunchtimes and meetings. Yoga, Hearts Song, gardening workshops, and acoustic music gatherings are all offered there at a small cost. The local permaculture courses are all run there too,

A couple of dedicated organic producers lease considerable areas of the garden,

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Elements of Byron Private Dining Room with 30 or more students gaining a wide variety of hands-on learning over a ninemonth course.

The gardens grow most of their own seedlings, too, and always have a range of healthy locally grown seedlings and plants for sale, just inside the front entrance.

Visioning Day Everyone is welcome at the Visioning Day on Saturday 26 November from 10am till 3pm.

Come and participate in upgrading the collective vision about future developments, governance, and artistic potentials here.

All are welcome, as they really want their community to feel empowered and own our gardens.

Let’s take this to even greater heights as a food source for the community with ambience that reflects our unique local culture.

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The Good Life Byron’s well-stocked larder

By Vivienne Pearson Eighteen years in operation is impressive for any small business, especially for one in the food industry.

The Larder Byron Bay is a catering business that has seen food trends come and go. ‘At the moment it’s all about grazing tables and everything served in a rustic style,’ says staffmember-of-many-hats, Charles Crawshaw.

Jeremy and Charles – The Larder Byron Bay

They’ve also seen other catering businesses come and go. ‘Some see how big the wedding pie is and think they’ll have a slice,’ says Jeremy Docherty, the owner of Larder Byron Bay. Weddings are a significant part of The Larder’s work but their catering jobs are hugely variable – from small local meetings to conferences of 500 people.

Recently, they catered breakfast, lunch and dinner for five weeks for a film shoot. ‘Called Out of the Shadows, it’s due for release in 2017,’ says Charles. With his trademark good humour, he adds: ‘We even got a credit!’

Their years of experience are evident in the glowing website testimonials and the calmness in the kitchen, despite multiple jobs being on the go. ‘Everyone’s been with us for a long time,’ says Jeremy, who shows great respect to his whole team. ‘We all know what to do; it’s like a wheel that just turns.’

Though The Larder doesn’t have a shopfront, it is likely that you’ll have eaten one of their cakes; they supply many local cafes and restaurants on a wholesale basis. ‘We do cakes and pastries,’ says Jeremy. ‘Just no bread or yeast products – we don’t like getting up that early!’

Customers do visit their stainless-steel-filled commercial kitchen to pick up ordered birthday cakes, and on a Friday to grab

lunch. ‘Each week we send out a menu to 250 people who work and live in the Byron Arts & Industry Estate,’ says Charles. They then phone through their orders. With main meals costing less than $10 and desserts for just $4, it’s no wonder they serve more than 120 lunches each Friday.

Neither Jeremy nor Charles has any plans to move on. ‘We’re a well-oiled machine,’ says Charles. I wonder what food trends we will all be caught up in by 2034. Whatever they are, Jeremy will have his finger on the pulse, though I suspect the real secret to The Larder’s success is not only their excellent food but Jeremy’s take on trends: ‘Something that’s well presented never goes out of style’.

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Barbecue, southern style

By Vivienne Pearson ‘It was a life-changing meal,’ says Joel Romo of a dinner he had at age seven. It was his first taste of southern American-style barbecue and he loved it. Why? ‘It was the flavour and the consistency – super tender and super juicy,’ he says.

In those days, smokers were not available commercially, so Joel made one himself with the help of a friend. For the uninitiated, a smoker is a trailer-sized steel box with different compartments and a chimney. In one compartment a wood fire burns, and in the main one meat cooks slowly using indirect heat. Different woods gives different flavours – Joel uses wood from pecan, apple or macadamia trees that has been seasoned for a year.

Several southern states of the USA have strong barbecue traditions. According to Joel, it was initially a poor-persons’ food, using ‘secondary cuts’ of meat cooked in dugout pits.

Joel (also known as JR) grew up outside this ‘barbecue belt’ so he sought out mentors to help him on his smokehouse journey. Even before his love of southern barbecue grew into a business – when he was working in surf and skateboard sales – Joel spent weeks in the US touring old-school barbecue joints and ‘interning’ with the best of the best.

Since becoming an on-trend food, many have tried to find ways to make smokehouse barbecue cooking easier. ‘They’ve tried

It was the sandwiches that Lachie missed most after his parents moved on from the store. ‘I just couldn’t get a sandwich any more and I was a bit bitter about it,’ he says. The

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So much time, that Joel will start cooking for an evening event at 4am. Yep, that’s AM, not PM. And, someone needs to stay onsite, so for a wedding on a property, Joel and Simone get to know the couple and their family well by the time the wedding kicks off! They usually take a book but end up not reading much, thanks to the constant monitoring of the fire and meat as well as the preparation of side dishes. (These side dishes are substantial and mean there are vegetarian options available.)

‘We can’t believe how much work goes into the food,’ is a common reaction from those who see the entire process. There’s an element of theatre to it too – the smoker looks pretty mean and the smell ensures that mouths are watering long before serving time.

Joel has even had wedding couples say that they are looking forward to the food more than the ceremony! Maybe, like Joel, their smokehouse experience will be a lifechanging meal.

JR’s Smokehouse: www.smokehousebbq. com.au – available for weddings and events. Also at the next Byron Bay Street Food Truck event – 23 Dec 4–9pm at the YAC.

The sangas are supplemented by specials – a pulled pork and apple slaw roll on the day I visited. Coffee is a strong point, including a coffee window facing Jonson Street that opens bright and early for passing foot traffic.

This is a story about parents handing on a family business to their children – with a twist.

‘The world was a different place back fifteen years ago,’ says Reif. ‘The Byron Corner Store sold sandwiches but was more of a convenience store, selling groceries, phone cards and even photo developing.’

cooking quicker or hotter,’ says Joel. ‘They’ve even tried using an electric oven.’ Unsurprisingly perhaps, none of these things works. This style of cooking requires time and real fire.

can get a simple salad sandwich for less than $6.’

By Vivienne Pearson

Fast forward – past two other owners of the business – to earlier this month, when the brothers took over the lease themselves.

Pictured above, JR’s Smokehouse smoker.

When Joel moved to Australia in 2001, to be with his life- and now business-partner Simone Helm, this style of cooking wasn’t available, so he decided to do it himself. After initially just cooking occasionally for friends, they started being asked to cook for events.

Revisiting the Byron Corner Store

Reif and Lachie Hand’s parents ran the Byron Corner Store from 1998 till 2003. Reif was a teenager at the time and worked for his parents.

Lachie, being the younger brother, was too young to work but reckons he spent quite a bit of time in the store ‘just eating lollies’.

Pictured left, Joel and Simone.

Pictured left, The Byron Corner Store as it looks now.

Pictured above, Time capsule 2000: the store as it looked when their parents ran the place.

There’s much more passing traffic than 15 years ago. ‘This end of the street was like the end of the world – it was this and the newsagent, then nothing,’ recalls Lachie. Now, the Byron Corner store, located in the Disson’s building (the Disson family still own the building), is pretty much in the centre of town. If you like your sandwiches ‘old school’, it might just become the centre of your world.

Corner of Jonson and Byron Streets, Byron Bay. Facebook: @byroncornerstore

idea of taking on the business lurked in the background. ‘I was half-joking but I kept a bit of an eye on it,’ he says.

When the lease came up, Lachie rang Reif, who was running the Cuda Bar in Lorne, Victoria, suggesting that they take it on. ‘I swapped nights for days,’ says Reif, a move that suited him now that he has a baby daughter. Their parents were fully supportive, including helping with the refit and setup.

Unsurprisingly, sandwiches are a cornerstone of the new version of The Byron Corner Store. There’s a greater choice of bread than 15 years ago but otherwise the options are not that different. ‘We’re keeping it fairly old school,’ says Leif. ‘You

Order in your Christmas spread!

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Sura Asian Cuisine

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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.

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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 Hog’s Breath Cafe’s menu just got better with some mouth-watering new steaks, salad, pasta and an 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.

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BYO Home delivery 7 days Established 1992

Modern European

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

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Dine in or takeaway 6685 5194

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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.

Basiloco Ristorante Pizzeria Wood fired pizzas & real Italian cuisine

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

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

Pizza Paradiso Open 7 days from 5pm Suffolk Park Village Centre 6685 3101 Facebook, Instagram pizzaparadisobyronbay.com

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

Now open for lunch 12pm till late 7 days

Lunch special 12 to 5pm

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

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!

Artisan pizzas, delicious pastas, craft beers, wines and cocktails.

Live local music Fridays & Saturdays

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Success Thai

Fins

All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Mon-Fri 12-3pm Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you.

Dinner 7 days from 5pm.

Fully Licensed and B.Y.O. for wine.

3/109 Jonson St, Byron Bay Welcome for lunch, dinner and take-away.

6680 7798 www.facebook.com/pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469

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

Salt Village, Kingscliff 6674 4833 dining@fins.com.au Dinner daily 5-10pm.

Lunch Fri-Sun 12-3pm.

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The Local.

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.

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MAIN STREET

$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.

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Luscious Foods

Contemporary and Middle Eastern flavours

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

Spice It Up Thai Restaurant Open Wednesday–Sunday Dine-in or Takeaway– from 5.30pm 6684 2209 Mullumbimby Bowling Club

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

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

New summer menu out now!

Open 7 days, a la carte menu & bar snacks

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

Succulent CafĂŠ Experience the Western fused Japanese Cuisine in the Bay 3/8 Byron St, Byron Bay P 6685 5711 We take bookings for special events & functions.

Takeaway Available. BYO.

Brekkie Tues–Sat 8am–11.30am Sun 8am–2pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12pm–2.30pm Dinner Mon–Sun 5.30pm–9pm Brekkie Special - Tues–Fri Lunch Specials - Mon–Fri Delicious Japenese Dinners

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

OCEAN SHORES Coast Restaurant

Fully licensed Dine In / Takeaway / Home Delivery Available

20 years’ experience in the art of Thai cooking.

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

Bacon or Avo & Egg Roll + coffee just $12

Hong Kong chef specialising in Chinese and Malay foods

Experience the real taste of Thailand.

Using local produce, local staff.

Free courtesy bus provided for pick up and drop off!

Harvest

Early Riser Special

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

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

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from 6.45am–8.30am every day

Happy Chilli Garden

THE LOCAL is pure, fresh and about simple great food.

Yaman

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

made. Local wines, local spirits and local beers,

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

Seafood Degustation

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

A new POP UP concept by the Fins team.

Everything is locally sourced, home grown and home

Puremelt Chocolate Lounge

Fresh Local Produce

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

‘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.

MULLUMBIMBY

Beachfront Dining

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

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Fully Licensed Burger Bar

18 Jonson Street 6680 8832

Mon-Fri 7.30am–3pm

Salt Village, Kingscliff 6674 4833 dining@fins.com.au Dinner daily 5-10pm.

Lunch Fri-Sun 12-3pm.

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

Located in the Ocean Shores Country Club 6680 1809

COAST RESTAURANT Mon: Burgers and beer $15 Tue: Asian night, pan Asian menu changes weekly Wed: Schnitzel, chips, salad & gravy $10 DECK OPEN DAILY from 8AM for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake.

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just needs someone to transform the melody in his head into guitar chords. Occasionally he’ll have lyrics that need music, so I’ll see if I have any riffs that fit.

JIM & BOB ARE JIMMY WILLING A N D DAV E R A M S E Y, P ROV I N G T H AT W H E N T WO B E CO M E O N E T H E MUSICAL SUM IS IMPRESSIVE I N D E E D.

What instrument can’t you play that you wish you could?

Jim: The double bass Bob: I’d really like to be able to blow the yidaki.

Biggest musical regret?

Jim: Not being able to tour and take up the offers of recording contracts as I was a single father for much of my adult life. That being said, I’m not dead yet and I’m sure I would have had even bigger regrets if I had walked out on my kids.

Bob: Non, je ne regrette rien.

Proudest musical moment?

Jim: Sitting in the Sydney Opera House and hearing Kate Kelly (co-written with Tim Freedman) performed by The Australian Chamber Orchestra.

Bob: I rewrote an old Woody Guthrie song (based on an older song that he had rewritten) as an anti-fracking blockade song, and after sharing it on the internet some North American folk musicians found it and made it part of their repertoire. They sent me a copy of their version; I was pretty stoked about that.

JIM & BOB’S POPCRIMES AT THE BILLI

They spoke with The Echo about their musical raison d’être in the leadup to PopCrimes at the Billindugel Hotel this Saturday.

When you are alone, and feeling a bit lonesome and want some good man music, what’s your go-to?

Jim: Jellyroll Morton Bob: I usually wrap my ears around some Françoise Hardy records; it’s impossible to feel lonesome in her company. Does that count as man music? I guess so, for what complements a man better than a woman…

Favourite Hank Williams song?

Jim: Lovesick Blues. (He sang it but I don’t think he wrote it.)

Bob: I was about to say Lost Highway, but that’s a Leon Payne song, so I’ll say Weary Blues From Waitin’ instead.

Can you describe each other for me in just seven words (Jimmy describe Davey and vice versa)?

Jim: Honourable, forthright, diplomatic, talented, professional, affable, and a good mate.

Bob: Long, lanky, lean, loquacious, learned and loyal legend.

What surprises you about each other?

Jim: To this day it’s Bob’s huge learning curve. He’s a fine musician but he keeps getting better. I often look over at him onstage and think, ‘How the *&%$ does he get those sounds?’

Bob: I’m surprised by how surprised Jimmy acts whenever I say something outrageous. He’s got me marked down as the button-down, studious and nerdy archivist type, which I am to a degree, but I have a wild side too. I love the look of amused shock I get from Jimmy every time I bust out of that expected mould, which happens pretty much every time we have a conversation.

How did you come to be a two-hander?

Jim: We were turning down work that was not suitable for The Real Gone Hick-Ups but would suit a couple of boys in the corner so it became a no-brainer: form a new act and pick up another pay cheque.

Bob: Pragmatics.

What kind of feel does Jim & Bob go for that is different from your other work?

Jim: It’s a stripped-down affair, it’s a less-is-more equation, not a hooty tooty rock’n’roll show but an intimate encounter with songs where you can hear every word.

Bob: For us it’s about letting the songs shine. When doing stripped-down acoustic arrangements you have to rely on strong songs with great lyrics and fetching melodies, so we tailor our repertoire to that sensibility. Sure, ten-minutefeedback solos are fun, but there’s a time and a place for everything.

What’s your favourite thing to do to an audience?

Jim: Entertain them.

Bob: Basically to turn them on. It could be turning them on to new ideas, new sounds, new feelings, making them laugh or cry. Or it could be literally moistening their underpants. It’s all good fun.

How do you write songs? Do you write together?

Jim: Songs ferment and grow in my head. We do write together but we should do it more.

Bob: I tend to write songs randomly, without a plan. That’s probably why I don’t usually write more than a couple per year.

Jimmy often comes to me with a finished song in his head, and

How would you sum up life as a musician?

Jim: Not for the faint of heart.

Bob: There’s a fair bit of suffering for your art. You don’t do it unless you have a real passion and drive to do it. Unless of course you just like making music at home for fun, then it’s just pure joy, but it doesn’t pay the bills.

What’s your pop crime? Have you ever stolen a riff, plagiarised a lyric…?

Jim: I have influences and like all good artists I’m a cultural thief but what I take I kick a hole in and fashion it into my own.

Bob: I don’t think I’ve ever played a note that hasn’t been played before. It’s a fair cop. But I think the real crime is when people start getting litigious about who stole what riff. The case of The Land Down Under versus Kookaburra Sits in the Old Gum Tree still bugs me – how the hell did they ever get away with that!

What should we expect for your show at Billinudgel Hotel for PopCrimes?

Jim: A swagful of songs that will amuse, shock, provoke and delight.

Bob: That depends on what you plan to ingest before the show. But regardless of that it is likely that you will be left feeling strangely entertained.

PopCrimes presents a program of gothic and desert blues, outlaw country, garage punk, folk and rock’n’roll at the Billinudgel Hotel with a main-stage lineup that includes Sacred Shrines and Black Sun from Brisbane.

Along with The Delicates, Rhyece O’Neill Band, Donny Love, Jim & Bob and Jez Mead and the Golden Mile. With rock’n’roll DJs Steview Starz and Nick Taylor, this is an event that welcomes people from all walks of life and all ages to let their hair down and enjoy some good honest music.

The best thing about PopCrimes is that it is FREE ENTRY. At the Billinudgel Hotel on Saturday from 2pm till late.

Check out the website www.popcrimesfestival.com.

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HOW TO HUG

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I saw it the other day, the Mullum Hug.* And it was then I realised that I hadn’t seen it for some time, not like this, not in its full 20-minute soul-to-soul trafficstopping glory. I was crossing the street when I noticed two women greeting each other on the adjacent corner. We were all brought to awareness of their sister soul connection with a proclamation: ‘I haven’t seen you since yoga!’ And yes, before you ask, one was heading to Santos, one was coming from Santos.

A proper hug starts like this. Huggers do not move to safety. The Mullum Hug is not from the rational realm. It is a spontaneous performance of the love vector that must occur precisely at the point of soul connect. This is how we pass on immunity in our town of heightened consciousness and conspiratorial fear of real evidence. So as the disenchanted Melbourne- and Sydneysiders take up residency in our Shire, I think it’s very important, before we allow them to stay, that we teach them how to hug.

So this is how you do it. Firstly you have to identify your target. Now they don’t need to share your enthusiasm or even your inclination for a hug, you just have to drop everything and make the approach. You need to be in your centre. Bend at the knees a little. A proper hug can’t be performed when you are lock-legged. You’ll accidentally head butt each other and fall over. A Mullum Hug comes from the pelvis.

The body is open. You need to check your chakras are aligned and turned on. Open your arms. Rock your pelvis forward. Head slightly tilted and drop down. Make yourself wide.

It was like the planets had aligned or, at the very least, their shopping trips.

They both carried baskets. One full. One empty. They both wore long bamboo natural-dye skirts and had their hair freshly hennaed. When they they spotted each other, baskets were dropped.

The actual pavement was not fully reached.

And I’m not talking one of those poxy double-cheek-brushing how’s-youralmond-latte greetings favoured by our urban hipster refugees. I’m talking the Mullum Hug. Old school. The kind of hug you give when you don’t have a job, or somewhere to be, or give a shit about the people behind you in a queue waiting to be served.

A Mullum Hug is not a cursory grab.

You have to wrap yourself around the other person. Enfold yourself into them. Even the most unwilling subject should be able to be forced open in a matter of moments. You can’t be holding stuff like iPhones and car keys. You need to drop your stuff right there. You need your hands to molest the other

Live Music CARRIAGE WEAVES HER MAGIC

Following up on her highly acclaimed Mandarin Skyline, which drew a nomination for the 2014 Australian Bell Awards, Weave sees Carriage digging deeper into her past and drawing upon her vast knowledge of genres.

Blessed with stunning crystalclear tone and pitch, her nuanced delivery, masterful storytelling and compositions mesh divinely, weaving stories ancient and new.

There’s a timeless quality to her singing, likened to water flowing over river stones.

MIRIAM LIEBERMAN PRESENTS FULL CIRCLE AT THE MULLUMBIMBY CIVIC HALL ON FRIDAY

PULLING STRINGS

BEST OF 2016

One of Australia’s unique musical talents, Miriam Lieberman, presents her new album Full Circle complete with fused lilting harmonies of the 21-stringed West African harp, the kora. It’s classical strings and a western folk/pop sensibility. The result is a beautiful exotic musical journey from Sydney’s seascapes to the bustling streets of Mali and beyond.

Lieberman’s rich soulful voice takes listeners through an exploration of love, feminism and the different shades of the human experience.

Miss Amber & Stukulele’s November Uke Night is traditionally all about looking back at the year that’s been.

Full Circle sees Lieberman reunite with violinist Lara Goodridge from Four Plan and Baby et Lulu, and cellist Kate Adams, who add sublime string arrangements and lush harmonies.

Mullumbimby Civic Hall on Friday.

Tickets at stickytickets.com.au.

The wonderful themes presented in 2016 are: Pub Rock, Hawaiian Night, Intimate Requests, Gone Not Forgotten, All That Jazz, Novelty Tunes, Songs of the Silver Screen, More Intimate Requests and British Invasion…

Two favourite songs will be chosen from each book. Check out www. missamberandstukulele. comsongbooks and let them know your picks.

Always a memorable fun evening for all ages with a host of talented musicians and guest vocalists leading the tunes.

BYO uke. Adults $10, Kids under 15 $2.50 at Club Mullum in The Ex-services on Thursday from 6.30pm – UKE ON!

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Leah Carriage presents Weave at the Byron Theatre at the Community Centre on Thursday 8 December at 7pm. Tix at the Centre.

person. No-one wants to be keyed up the spine. There are two hug options.

Silent hugging. And the moan.

The silent hug is intense. You really shouldn’t attempt this unless you are certain you have a heart connection.

You’re gunna go in deep, so keep breathing. In fact, in the silent hug that’s what we hear the most. Breathing. The two of you will connect up with the one breath, quietly holding each other for what seems like a ridiculous length of time. Then just as you are about to break, double it.

When you feel the connection starting to get a little weaker, engage your pelvis for a little more thrust. Push your genitals into theirs and give them a quick squash. Not just squash. Really grind them. Some of the men might get a little erect during this part of the process, but don’t let old conditioning hold you back. Full raging rock-hard erections are clearly not acceptable for public contact so it’s recommended to keep arousal at what I’d call half inflation. It’s enthusiastic rather than threatening.

You need to exchange sweat. The hug is a spiritual transfer. You are mingling

sold out but, lucky for us in the northern rivers, there are still tickets left for her performance in Lismore.

Angel’s national tour follows the release of her third album My Woman, which has been met with unanimous acclaim. Given its title, and track names such as Sister and Woman, it would be easy to read a gender-specific message into My Woman, but Olsen has never played her lyrical content straight.

She explains: ‘I’m definitely

auras here, so make sure you really push into the personal space of the person you are hugging. A point will arrive in the hug where you will realise that two have become one. It’s a timeless place. This is when you’ll start to moan. It’s intimate. People around you should become uncomfortable. Most importantly the person you are hugging should be uncomfortable, even at risk of wetting themselves, being hit by a car or being rendered unconscious from the tightness of your grip.

This is the last rule of hug. You have to break simultaneously. He who pulls out alone loses. You are instantly identified as having intimacy issues and people will talk behind your back at Kiva Spa. I’ve heard them. So it really does happen. So this is the challenge. This is how we take our towns back from the tourists, lower our property values and regain our sense of community. People of the Byron Shire, bring back the Mullum Hug. * Mullum Hug was formerly known as the Byron Hug until the real estate boom forced them to Mullum.

using scenes that I’ve replayed in my head, in the same way that I might write a script and manipulate a memory to get it to fit. But I think it’s important that people can interpret things the way that they want to.’

Joining Angel on the road will be Sydney’s own baritone balladeer Jack Ladder. A run of four sold-out shows on the Sydney Opera House forecourt last year in support of Florence & The Machine was followed by Ladder’s sold-out performance at the

Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent – an acclaimed highlight of the 2016 Sydney Festival.

With four albums to his name – two of which have been shortlisted for the Australian Music Prize – it will be a special moment witnessing Jack’s crooning narratives open the stage for Angel.

Thursday 1 December at 7.30pm, Lismore City Hall. $35. Bookings: lismorecityhall. com.au or 1300 066 772

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TRIO OF TIM Well-loved local singer/ songwriter Tim Stokes has a smooth vocal tone that delivers heartfelt stories in the folk and blues traditions.

His natural ability to connect people to love, spirit and country through vivid storytelling and lyrical imagery is a true gift.

His most recent release In Life Thou Art is a great example of catchy melody, heartwarming stories and beautiful arrangements. Club Lennox on Sunday from 4pm.

ANGEL AT CITY HALL

Angel Olsen’s only show outside capital cities on her upcoming national tour will be at Lismore City Hall on 1 December. Her performances at the Sydney Opera House, Melbourne, and Perth have

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ANDY JANS BROWN LAUNCHES HIS NEW PROJECT AT THE RAILS ON SUNDAY

Andy Jans Brown launches his latest film project Hell is Light (currently a feature script) at The Rails this Sunday with music he has composed for the soundtrack. Hell is Light is a coming-of-age black comedy dealing with love and loss, addiction and compulsion, choices and consequences, risk taking and heroic failure. Think Richard Linklater meets Guy Ritchie.

The crazy banter and the dry Australian vernacular and wit keep things buoyant as the weight of the story bears heavily down.

It is based on a true story of two brothers growing up and growing apart as their family life and the Australian dream disintegrates around them.

One likes the rush of the surf and falling in love, the other

the rush of ice and fast cars.

Throw in a gorgeous German backpacker, a single mum armed with Rescue Remedy, a hard-nut bikie philosopher, a corrupt cop and a picturesque beach town and you have Hell is Light.

Hilarious, messy and decidedly insane, The Listies have sold out shows all over Australia, NZ and the UK. They were such a hit with northern rivers audiences when they performed their show The Listies Make you LOL! earlier in the year, NORPA have invited them back to perform The Listies Ruin Xmas.

Think Romeo and Juliet meets Breaking Bad set in Byron Bay to an original rock’n’roll soundtrack.

The project has a dedicated team in place working toward its fruition, with social media pages growing in numbers every day including two crowdfunding campaigns active online: one at www.indiegogo. com/projects/hell-islight-movie/x/9712555# and one at www. australianculturalfund.org. au/projects/hell-is-light-atale-of-love-and-ice.

At The Rails on Sunday

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a little think about this while we watched some Muppets, and then some Pixar films and then some Lano & Woodley and then some Sponge Bob Square Pants and then some Ren and Stimpy and then some Simpsons‌ and then ended up laughing so much we needed to take a nap. What was the question again?

What are the challenges in working with children?

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Kids are so bonkers that we always have strange things happening in our shows, random stage invasions, surreal answers to questions, sympathetic vomiting and pants-wetting (mainly by us!). Once Nicole Kidman came to see our show – that was pretty weird.

How do you work up new shows?

What should we expect for your upcoming show in Lismore?

I wish we had a unique answer to this question but I’m afraid we work up our shows the same way that all other comedians do, hard work, lots of rehearsals and as many funny YouTube videos as we can fit in between.

People should expect to LOL (laugh out loud) and ROTFL (roll on the floor laughing) and maybe even ROTFLSHALBOWCO (roll on the floor laughing so hard a little bit of wee comes out).

How did you approach Xmas? Aren’t Xmas shows just done to death? How did you make yours fresh?

With poo emojis, inflatable Santa suits and A LOT of mess. Can kids comedy actually be funny? How do you get over the cringe factor?

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A few years ago Rich and Matt decided to shake up the world of kids comedy, and The Listies were born. Since then they have become Australia’s most sought-after family comedians.

The Listies Ruin Xmas, Saturday, 2pm at NORPA, Lismore City Hall.

Recommended for 6+ years and their families. 55 minutes (no interval).

Special bonus: Guest starring an Emoji Poo as ‘Rudolph’s Droppings’. Oh‌ and meet The Listies after the show! Tickets: $22–30. Bookings: www.norpa.org.au or 1300 066 772

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ENTERTAINMENT as Circus Oz, Bell Shakespeare, Circa. Each of their shows is different, exciting and unique explorations of their art. They’re at the top of their game. We also bring companies such as Ilbijerri, Australia’s leading Indigenous theatre company with Coranderrk this year, that may not have the same recognition but we feel these are shows that really expressing the zeitgeist and that’s what really excites me.

We’re constantly evolving; we’ve brought in new strands of programming – comedy, music and the Big Think ideas program. These are things we are testing and we really hope they work – that people respond and want to get involved in the whole gamut of what a performing arts centre can provide a region.

What are the shows that you are most looking forward to?

A SHOW FOR ALL SEASONS N O R PA 2 0 1 7 S E A S O N HAS BEEN REVEALED A N D I S N OW O N S A L E .

Our nationally lauded regional theatre company artistic director Julian Louis spoke with The Echo about what’s in store.

How has NORPA gone in securing funding this year?

NORPA has been advocating and applying for funding to create original theatre work for many years, certainly since I arrived nine years ago, and it’s only recently that we’ve received multi-year operational funding. To date, our funding has been project to project, which makes it hard to build a body of work and to seed new works. Now we are in a position

where we can invest more in our ideas, in local artists, and in the stories that we feel are exciting to tell.

I’m really excited about ADT (Australian Dance Theatre) coming – this is a powerhouse performance, extraordinary skill and passion.

Coranderrk – to see Trevor Jameson back on our stage; he blew us away in Namatjira. Circus Oz, as there’s a new artistic director; a fresh vision and Model Citizens will be a spectacle.

And of course our own work Djurra, directed

by Kirk Page, our associate director, that tells the story of this place, inspired by this region and culture. It’s the telling of an ancient I think this region deserves to have a professional theatre company creating original Bundjalung story in a contemporary context. works. I think Australia deserves companies that Many non-Indigenous people who live in this region wouldn’t know this story, one that is are taking risks in terms of the style of theatre, integral to the place where we live, so we are telling stories in playful and dynamic ways. very privileged to work with local elders and How do you try to make NORPA’s program the community in developing this work. unique each year?

How is Lismore Laughs evolving?

We try to find the very best that the Lismore Laughs has evolved with our performing arts sector can offer across a whole range of genres – circus, dance, theatre, audience. More people are coming. We broaden out the program and now comedy and works for children. In some ways there has its part in the annual program. Within is a continuity as there are many nationally that there is comedy for children and families and internationally acclaimed companies with Frank Woodley’s show. And there are that return here because of the relationships some fantastic comics coming with Tom we’ve built and the experiences they have Gleeson and Andy Saunders. I’m really had performing to NORPA audiences – such

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looking forward to seeing Andy Saunders – humour is a powerful tool in challenging people’s perceptions.

You’ve just been at a big arts conference.

How is NORPA’s work regarded among industry peers?

I came away from the arts conference feeling connected to peers across the country but also really inspired and heartened by the strength of what we’re doing. Even at our season launch you’d see our commitment to an intercultural approach. We really want to work in the space of Indigenous and nonIndigenous collaboration – within our work, with the companies we invite to come here but also within ourselves as an organisation. I think we’re on important ground in that area.

As a company that produces original works we are adventurous; we’re rather like the outsiders, like the wild dog (laughs). We’re committed to creating powerful, exciting and accessible work from scratch that is deeply embedded in our sense of place. By necessity we focus on one or two original projects a year so we invest a lot of our creative resources energy, and focus, into really interrogating an idea and staging it in a really adventurous way. I think our work stands out for that reason.

As a presenting company in a great regional venue, the unique partnership we have with Lismore Council is important. We are not Council run and operated; we are independent, so we have licence to present a challenging and exciting program that isn’t just about bums on seats. It’s about shifting our gaze over a subject that we think is important for Australians to think about or presenting work that is risky. In a way we want to be part of that very important cultural conversation in regional Australia.

All 2017 shows are now on sale. If you see a brochure, grab it for your coffee table otherwise go to norpa.org.au.

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BROKEN: BYRON YOUTH EXPLORE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

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Director Lisa Apostolides has engaged a local experienced actor, Sam Hemphill, to play the role of the person who commits various acts of domestic and family violence against her character and that of her ‘son’ in the production played by BYT member Seth Freeman. The rest of the youth cast play supporting roles that are also affected through various ways and means in this heartwrenching, powerful production.

Cast member Brynn Davis-Hay answered some questions about the show for The Echo.

How do you see domestic violence affecting young people you know?

The cast created an online survey where young people and other community members could express views and share experiences

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of DV, and the results were quite alarming. Over half of the people who completed it had a direct experience of family violence.

Because of this, some shared ‘I feel unsafe in the world, I have suffered from anxiety and depression since, I feel mentally scarred’.

Seventy-five per cent of those didn’t report the incident.

The majority recognised that domestic violence is a real issue in this region and many still didn’t know where to get help. In our development phase of the production we shared personal experiences as well as from peers we had talked to (not revealing names). It became clear that many young women were already experiencing kinds of DV in their relationships. This was not just heterosexual but also those who identify in the gay community.

There seemed to be more pressure by young men on their partners to perform sexual acts which young women didn’t feel comfortable with but went along with it to ‘please’ their partners and more alarming to be accepted within female peer groups. We will probably include a scene about this directly in our PASH (Positive Adolescent Sexual Health) production next year as well. The impact of growing up with DV in a family context has long-lasting effects and we appreciated Lisa, our director, sharing some of her personal experiences (which she has given permission to share).

What did you know about DV before the project you did with the Byron Youth Theatre?

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I knew it existed and was a media focus. That many people didn’t report it owing to fear, shame, and that it was often accepted as ‘normal’ for some people as they hadn’t experienced anything different.

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What do you think are the biggest myths?

That it only happens in low-socioeconomic families; that is only happens males to females; that the gay community doesn’t experience it. That anger management courses can fix it.

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What do you know now that would change the way you would act if you knew someone was at risk?

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I know that there is a Women’s Resource Service in Mullumbimby; that people can be helped to stay at home and get the perpetrator to leave; that service providers are linked in a more efficient way in dealing with victims and young people. That there is a service at the Community Centre; and I already knew that Byron Youth Service is a safe place to go and get assistance. I feel empowered to assist someone in getting help and explaining that DV’s not okay.

How did you research the show?

We read newspaper articles that Lisa brought in to sessions, online articles, attended the domestic violence community matters Q&A – which was extremely informative, conducted an online survey, interviewed our peers. Lisa interviewed several key people in organisations such as OTCP and Blue Wren Foundation.

How do you tell the story?

This production is different. Lisa suggested we try a linear play instead of vignettes as we didn’t want to portray scene after scene of heavy DV experiences. We discussed all the real stories we had come across in our research and considered who was going to be in the cast. From there Lisa drafted a script that we workshopped over a few weeks, and she would make changes and bring them back to us. It is difficult because we realised we’re only able to tell one story; every experience is unique, so we had to accept that we couldn’t portray everything we originally wanted to. The characters in the play are all well defined and the DV incidents are full on. I like that we also cover teenage relationships, the complexities and how we can take on ‘roles’ in life owing to our past experiences.

How did it make you feel? Could you understand how it happens?

It is very easy to understand how it happens when you realise that it all stems from trauma. Those people committing acts of dv are acting out from past trauma. When you look back in history there has been so much trauma, each generation perpetuating it again and again unless there is someone who ‘wakes up’ to it and gets help. It is still very challenging to break from patterns but many people do and there are more and more great services to assist both people who commit and those who experience it. The production has been an amazing experience; I have learnt a great deal; it has been empowering and very moving. I love working in our company – it’s like a family, a very positive and supportive one!

Were you able to imagine yourself in the same situation?

My character is based on Kate from The Tempest. Although she doesn’t experience DV in the play she has been affected by past trauma and that has shaped her way of being. In the play she experiences a revelation with the help of her friends. I can relate to her.

What impact are you hoping your show has?

We really hope that audience members see how DV can have impacts on not only direct family members but also those connected to them. That is important for people to get help and that they each need support with it. It’s sometimes easy to judge from the outside when you don’t know all that is going on. We hope that people are moved to realise that they are responsible for their actions and words and that people can change given the love and support they need.

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Local high school Year 10 and 11 students will view this performance in late November along with two public performances delivered on Wednesday 23 November at the Byron Theatre as part of a Public Act Theatre event, and on Sunday 27 November at the Drill Hall in Mullumbimby. 6.30pm.

Tickets on the door $15/$10 concession.

For more details contact byronyouththeatre2481@gmail.com and check out www.facebook.com/ByronYouthTheatre.

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TAURUS: This week’s off and racing, rife with exciting socialising, hot gossip and some wonderful indulgences – along with exaggerated estimations and a somewhat lax attitude to facts. Before investing your precious time, energy and dollars into any inviting new enterprise, ask the key questions, have the indepth discussion, use your sound judgment.

GEMINI: The present breath of Sagittarian fresh air ushers in a more relaxed, cruisy, light-hearted mood after recent weeks of deep soul-searching. And not a moment too soon, as this week carries a massive caution against rushing, making impulsive promises or agreeing to anything before thinking it through.

CANCER: If this week’s penetrating observations prickle, is it because they contain some home truths? After you’re over feeling hurt and huffy, let feedback fuel those overdue moves you know you’ve been procrastinating about. The present snaky transit’s perfect for sloughing off old skins; consider it your personal cosmic loofah.

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VIRGO: Plenty of constructive, productive, beneficial energies on this week’s Virgo menu. During midweek moon in your sign you might want to use the sandwich technique of giving criticism, which is wrapping it between two compliments: before and after. A little bit of sweetness helps the medicine go down.

LIBRA: As Neptune moves direct, new information and clearer communication supply everything you need to make exquisitely appropriate decisions this week, so no need to doubt, hesitate, vacillate or shillyshally. Just do it. Late-week Libra moon is likely to call on your expertise in smoothing out unruly moods.

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AQUARIUS: Aquarians are less fazed than other signs by the complexity of contradictions, the complications of paradox. Which comes in handy as Jupiter the expansion principle squares off against Pluto’s underworld energies, creating a tug of war between the urge to extend while simultaneously heeding gut instincts against going too far.

PISCES: The upside of your planet ruler Neptune turning direct in Pisces? Your already awesome intuition reaching even deeper understandings. The downside is that this week’s blunt communications may touch uncomfortable places. But they’re likely to be spot on, so if feedback fits, wear it. And follow through on making the necessary changes.

THE REAL GRETEL KILLEEN STANDS UP Gretel believes that women and men are coming to their shows because they want to hear ‘the absolute truths of our lives’.

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Comedy wasn’t intentional for Killeen, who admits it just kind of happened. ‘I started in standup accidentally then life took over. When I first started doing it I was about 20. I was part of something that the media called a wave of female comediennes: Wendy Harmer, Maryanne Fahey, Sue Ingleton, Mandy Salmon, Rachel Berger, and Victoria Roberts‌ I did a voice tape, did voice-overs, ended up on Big Gig, and then The Midday Show‌I didn’t have a natural standup personality. To be perfectly honest it’s taken me this many years of life’s slings and arrows to work out who I am onstage‌! ’I hid in character. At the age of 20 I was performing the bedraggled housewife – it worked and some of the jokes were funny, although ironically I thought I was making myself safe by doing it as a character, but I was entrapping myself.

You can’t come out of a character and riff with the audience.

I think that’s the real beauty of standup – riffing with the audience. It’s a great metaphor for life; the safety net makes us weaker, not stronger! ‘For me getting up and doing standup is allowing me to evolve more as the person that I am. I have spent a lot of my life bewildered by the world, and I love getting to the place where I am telling the stories that I always thought were shameful! People seem to enjoy seeing the mechanics of how your mind works. When I am onstage I want to bring in the story and truth of my experience.’

GRETEL KILLEEN IS QUITE THE S U R P R I S E PAC K AG E .

An author, social commentator, MC and journalist, these days the very gutsy Killeen has returned to the place where it all started: standup comedy.

She joins Jackie Loeb in their two-woman standup comedy show We don’t Like Young People on stage at the Ocean Shores Country Club in December.

Although Gretel is clear it’s Jackie’s issue, not hers. ‘If I can be perfectly honest,’ she confides, ‘It’s Jackie who is the evil one. She doesn’t like young people because she’s bitter and jealous. It’s her, her motivation is her own ageing self!’ Fortunately she has her good mate Gretel to support her. ‘I have to to look after her. The other day she showed her bum when she walked offstage‌’ Gretel isn’t convinced she’s ageing. She’s more concerned about the poor quality of her mirrors. ‘You look in different mirrors because it’s the mirror’s fault.’ Getting older renders women invisible, and that doesn’t sit well with Ms Killeen. ‘The thing that really riles me is that we have a society that considers us to be useless as we get older and completely devalues the asset of wisdom.’

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Ticket $35 + BF Bookings: www.oceashorescc.com.au.

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CULTURE LA’ STUDIO BRINGS PARIS TO BYRON COMMUNITY La’ Studio 3/52 is the creative vision of fashion designer Simone Ellis, whose passion for dressmaking and haute couture has expanded into an amazing community vision for the youth of Byron. Over the past twelve months Simone has created a wonderland RED PETTICOAT DRESS – A for fashion creation at her DESIGN FROM SIMONE studio, where not only does ELLIS, AS SEEN IN LUCY’S she design and create her MAG NEW YORK. LA’ STUDIO own statement pieces but is IS LAUNCHING ITS ANNUAL also inspiring her students FASHION EVENT ON 10 to design and create their DECEMBER IN THE BYRON own garments, providing ARTS & INDUSTRY ESTATE. the expertise and skills that enable them to produce their vast knowledge of haute own clothing ranges. couture and its presentation will be the foundations for Simone’s vision is to create in her students to develop their the knowledge that there is understanding of the world no perfection, but that there of fashion – how to work with is an expression of energy models, photo shoots, and that is perfect and that is our what happens behind the divinity. Simone facilitates scenes of a catwalk. classes after school and on weekends, for boys and girls, This unique fashion event will from seven years to adult, and showcase some of Simone’s caters for beginner levels to own collection of statement advanced sewing techniques. pieces, vintage wears from With small class sizes each Vikki’s Closet and students’ own student is well supported and chosen pieces, produced in La’ guided through each of their Studio over the last 12 months. projects.

La’ Studio’s inaugural fashion La’ Studio 3/52 is also launching, for the first time in Byron Bay, the opportunity for students to take their vision to the next level through the showcasing of their designs on the catwalk. Simone’s

event is being held on 10 December and is open to the public, with doors opening at 6pm for a 6.30 start. It will be held in the studio itself, which is located in Byron’s Arts & Industry Estate.

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DILRUK JAYASINHA, HEADLINING AT THE BALLINA RSL BIG GIG ON THURSDAY

PERIWINKLE CHRISTMAS FAIR AT PERWINKLE SCHOOL ON SATURDAY

BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE AT THE BALLINA PLAYERS THEATRE THURSDAY–SUNDAY UNTIL 4 DEC

Byron School of Art on Friday 9 December from 6pm and runs through until Wednesday 14 December.

In his workshops, Dr Cohen will place a strong emphasis on empowering girls and connecting boys.

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Dr Cohen’s most recent book, The Opposite of Worry: The Playful Parenting Approach to Childhood Anxieties and Fears (2013), specialises in educating parents on easyto-implement strategies and solutions that build connection through fun, play and empathy, so they can more easily manage childhood anxiety.

The rumours are true, the reports have been confirmed, the grapevine has spoken. neglected warehouse was transformed into an impressive This weekend will see Brunswick Heads awash with home for impressive art and fresh faces as cast members sculpture. An artist himself, from touring sensation Club Alex has spent the last eight Swizzle begin arriving for years between Byron Bay and rehearsal before they fly the Melbourne with artist David Bromley. A sea change saw the coop and land at the Sydney Opera House. cutting-edge art dealer and designer partner put down What better way for them roots in Byron Bay. to begin limbering their party tricks than a Cheeky The gallery launched on 11 Nov with top-shelf Australian Cabaret. See the Brunswick Picture House like you have artists and a significant never seen it before as they international sculpture transform the room into a collection. The gallery is veritable feast for the senses. open by appointment: Expect to be astonished and 0411 813 999, or email us at bewildered when they lift thomgallery1@gmail.com for the curtains and deliver the more information on how to cheekiest, most eye-widening, arrange a viewing. jaw-dropping, hands-inBrowse the website at the-air Cheeky Cabaret yet, thomgallerybyronbay.com.au.

Club Swizzle style. You will not want to miss this rabble of international superstars leaving their lasting impression on the fair town.

THOMGALLERY OPENED IN BYRON NOV 11 WITH ART ON SHOW Tickets are $15 for adults, children $10, family $40; children under seven are free.

Tickets are limited so get in quickly. For bookings and tickets call 0405 451 184.

FROM SRI LANKA TO SRI WANKA Hailing from Sri Lanka, Dil relocated to Melbourne to attend university. Having completed a degree in accounting, he started working for one of the ‘big four’. However, after performing at an openmic night in 2010, that all changed. In a bittersweet turn of events, Dil was unceremoniously fired from his accounting job at the same time that his comedy career was taking shape. Just as Dil had, it turns out his managers had noticed that his heart lay elsewhere. Dil is now a regular on the comedy scene around Melbourne and, with a reputation for consistently nailing his shows, Dil has been invited to perform all over the country as well as internationally.

Brilliant, warm and so so funny. Dilruk headlines the Big Gig Comedy night at the Ballina RSL on Thursday with S Sorrensen and Mandy Nolan. 8pm. Free.

NEW GALLERY FOR BYRON BAY High-end art finds a new home in the Byron Bay Arts and Industry Estate precinct.

A new creative space for collectible art has opened its doors in Byron Bay. With its 8-metre walls and 300-squaremetre floorspace, Thomgallery will showcase international and local groundbreaking collectible contemporary artists and sculptors. The dynamic space is the brainchild of art dealer Alex Thom. With his textile designer partner Michelle Sczygiol, a large but

SAYING TREES AND THANK YOU

The exhibition The Alchemy of Trees is born out of a love of trees, sacred geometry, alchemy, ancient cultures and deeply significant personal experiences.

Sapphire Rose said of her inspiration for the exhibition: ‘I wanted to give something back to the community who recently saved my home from burning down, a heroic effort.

We lost only the garage/shed, fence and some personal belongings in the fire. So I decided that I would like to offer a Gratitude Tree, to be planted in a special place, where people could sit and contemplate what they are grateful for in their own lives. I wanted this Gratitude Tree to be a fruit tree, so the community could benefit from the ripe, succulent fruit of this endeavour.

During the exhibition, you are encouraged to write a thought of gratitude or contemplation emanations onto a leaf that I have created and then tie them on to the Gratitude Tree.’

Exhibition opens at the

Brunswick Picture House, Friday and Saturday, with tickets on the website: brunswickpicturehouse. com.

Ticket prices: Friday – Adult $35; Concession $30. Saturday – Adult $40; Concession $35.

PLAYFUL PARENTING Parenting expert Lawrence J Cohen, PhD, is a clinical psychologist specialising in children’s play, play therapy, and parenting. He is the author of Playful Parenting and The Opposite of Worry and also co-author of The Art of Roughhousing, Best Friends, Worst Enemies and Mom, They’re Teasing Me. Dr Cohen leads Playful Parenting workshops for parents, teachers, and childcare professionals. He lives in Boston, Massachusetts, with his wife, Liz. They have two grown children. He is coming to Australia for the first time and conducting workshops in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Mullumbimby.

Sunday at the Mullumbimby Civic Hall. Tickets are $150.

For tickets or registrations dmconversations.com.

WASTE NOT THIS CHRISTMAS! Bring the whole family and enjoy a magical, sustainable Christmas Fair being held at Periwinkle Preschool on Saturday 9.30am–2pm, as Periwinkle launches a greener festive season. A truly magical space is created for the annual Periwinkle Christmas Fair. This year promises to delight children and parents alike with an enchanted land, filled with fun activities, live music, delicious food, and amazing craft and treasures.

The Periwinkle Christmas Fair is a zero-waste event using stainless-steel plates and cutlery, banana-leaf plates, paper straws, completely biodegradable packaging and fresh drinking coconuts.

The Periwinkle Christmas Fair children’s tent will be a magical space filled with hundreds of handmade delights. A special ticket will allow children to enter the tent one by one where they can select an item that they choose.

Craft activities will be held throughout the afternoon including creating feltball necklaces, rainbow Christmas stockings, silk ribbon painting and crystal fossicking. The delightful puppet show hosted by Sandra Frain will be held at 10.30am and 1pm and is set to be a big hit at the fair.

Support the crowd funding campaign www.gofundme. com/periwinklebyron.

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BY JOHN CAMPBELL

HELL OR HIGH WATER

CLOSE ENCOUNTER OF A RECYCLING KIND BY THE KIDS OF THE BYRON COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT THE BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE ON THURSDAY AND FRIDAY

If, as is surely reasonable, we can accept that a drama on the big screen is a reflection of the culture from which it springs, awareness about this place then the US increasingly appears to be a morally stunted where families can come for wasteland populated by gun-obsessed egotists. Which is to support, education, resources say, Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential election can and information. The have surprised nobody. By no means, however, should that morning features speakers Don’t miss a Close Encounter suggest that this is anything but an outstanding movie – it’s on various topics from birth of the Recycling Kind written, just annoying to think that the cult of the anti-hero prevails to to parenthood with guest evolved and presented by the extent that it does. From the same template as Badlands speakers including Andrew Byron Community Primary and Bonnie and Clyde (both of which are classics of the genre), Orr from Shein Therapies in School. It tells the story of the moral here is ‘he might shoot somebody’s brains out, but Brisbane. Stalls, therapies With a Ken Loach film you know that you are going to get Dirty Town, a town that really heck, he’s a nice guy’. It’s still a blokey white bloke’s world, in and local organic food – this strident social commentary – and unashamedly (bless him), lives up to its name, and the which retribution and self-pity swamp any developed sense is a day to connect with the it is from the Left. His latest is set in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, a town’s fight to win the Spick of society. Toby (Chris Pine) is up to his ears in debt while community, meet new people, world away from the high-rent glamour of London and the and Span Trophy from their engage with existing and new village-dotted dales of that green and pleasant land (no cheery maintaining the dustbowl family ranch in Texas. His brother arch-rival, Tidy Town. You’ll Tanner (Ben Foster) is just out of jail and has a grudge against friends and families, reinforce vicars here). Widowed Daniel (Dave Johns) has been laid off see aliens, spies and robots, the entire world. Banks are everybody’s favourite enemy the sense of community. work because of a heart attack, but the outsourced benefits incredible music from local Doors at 8.30am–7.30pm. Free. office that is meant to alleviate his plight deems him ineligible these days, so it’s perfectly reasonable that the boys should talents Michael Turner and rob one, or two, or three – with guns blazing. Woo hoo! for support payments. He can, though, qualify for some relief Brian Watt. Be thrilled by Marcus and Alberto (Jeff Bridges and Gil Birmingham) are if he actively seeks employment – which his doctor insists he songs that you know and the Texas Rangers who are on their trail. It might be argued shouldn’t. As in Kafka’s The Trial, if it weren’t so infuriating it love – Sadie the Cleaning Lady, that Englishman David Mackenzie’s film is an outsider’s would be comic. Unexpectedly, he teams up with Katie (Hayley critique of the good ol’ boys’ blood-stained values, but he Smoke on the Water and Jack Squires), a single mother of two who is having a similarly Johnson’s 3Rs. makes no attempt to distance himself from the swagger and After 30 shows around the futile experience with bureaucracy. Loach relies on neither Byron Theatre, 6pm, ‘poor me’ ethos. Its strength is in the relationships between country, Mandy Nolan and visual gimmickry nor a heavy-handed Pavlovian soundtrack Thursday and Friday. For the siblings and the two officers and the tension that slowly Ellen Briggs bring their to make his point – he tells the story pure and simple. It is tickets go to Byron Theatre builds as dire fate inexorably leads them to a violent day of smash-hit comedy show impossible not to find galling the degree to which the State website or in person. reckoning. Notwithstanding Bridges’s mumbling, dialogue Women Like Us back to (in Oz as well as the UK, if you’ve not been paying attention) takes precedence over gratuitous action sequences and Giles the Byron Theatre at the has dehumanised so many people, or to be outraged by the Nuttgens’s cinematography perfectly complements the arid Community Centre. blatant propaganda (ie bullshit) that attempts to mask the mood. It goes without saying that girls don’t get much of a Women Like Us is two hours damage caused to so many for whom nothing trickles down in look-in – even Toby’s estranged wife has only a few words to of standup comedy – an laissez faire capitalism’s rosy gluttony. Loach’s camera is taken say, although Katy Mixon’s fat waitress scene is desperately hour a piece. The two friends to the streets and to a food bank – an incredibly harrowing This Saturday at the Byron poignant. Otherwise fab. decided they should hit the scene – where there is only Bay Brewery all the male staff road when they realised our shared humanity to be are participating in the annual that not only did they have challenged and humbled Movember fundraiser to a lot in common but they by. What prevents agit-prop raise money for health issues also enjoyed spending time from stifling the movie is faced by men: prostate cancer, together. the entirely natural but testicular cancer, mental avuncular relationship that Over a cup of tea the two health and suicide prevention. grows between Daniel and would compare notes So all you Movember Katie and the extraordinary about the various shows participants, families and performances from all they’d done and how friends throughout the Shire, involved. Katie’s kids (Brianna some audiences, women in head on down to the Byron Shann and Dylan McKiernan) particular, just couldn’t get Bay Brewery from 5pm on are beautiful, as is Daniel’s Saturday to support this great enough. The two eventually tenement neighbour (Kema theorised that this was event. $1 from every beer Sikazwe), who flogs trainers on because those women often sold will be donated to the the street that he is importing didn’t see their lives or their foundation, and we will be by post from an online football experiences reflected on the putting on a great range of tragic in China. And the ladies entertainment and festivities. stage. at the welfare office are poison A strongman competition, a The comedians in the and gold. Reality is out of caricature auction, prizes for spotlight tended to be men vogue, but this is special. the best MO, the MOtown and they tended to talk classics of Fergo and the about bloke stuff. So when Burden, and plenty of Ellen and Mandy talk about opportunities to donate to housework, chickens, love, this fantastic cause will make big undies, disappointment, this a great night for fun and resentment, sex when you’re fundraising. drunk, fit bits, yoga farts and being a menopausal woman dealing with teenage angst, everything just fell into place.

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This Saturday at St John’s Hall in Mullumbimby sees a mini day festival dedicated to the wellbeing of the mothers, families, the community. With future plans to open The Mothers Centre – supporting families from conception to parenthood and beyond – the day is a chance to raise

When coming up with a show title, Women like Us just turned up. ‘They’re Women Like Us,’ laughs Mandy.

Women Like Us at the Byron Theatre at the Community Centre on Friday 9 December at 8pm. Doors at 7pm.

Tix $28/25, byroncentre.com. au or phone 6685 6807.

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0408 232 066

Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours Commercial / Domestic / Insurance

APEX CARPET CLEANING www.apexcarpetcleaning.com.au......................... Nathan 0412 926441

291958C

AMORE CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Eco-friendly ..........................................0429 726999

CHIMNEY SWEEPING BLACKS DISCOUNT SUMMER SWEEPS & REPAIRS AHHA member, insured ................66771905

• DEPT OF FAIR TRADING: A licence is required for all residential building work where the reasonable market cost of the work to be done (labour and materials) exceeds $5000 (including GST).

JACK MANTLE

Green & Clean

CARPET, UPHOLSTERY & more. No chemicals. www.mintsteamclean.com .....................66808097

BUILDING TRADES

ARCHITECTURAL TIMBERS

(02) 6684 1001

Carpet and upholstery cleaning, urine extraction, rust removal, heavy traffic areas, deodorising and sanitation.

BRICKLAYING

Scott MUMFORD

REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING

NSW Lic. 83568c Qld BSA 1238105

ALL ASPECTS OF CARPENTRY WORK

FURNITURE RESTORATION Old/antique, 40+ yrs exp. erwinfurniturerestoration.com ...0412 528454

ACUPUNCTURE–TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE. Mary-Ellen Young .................0403 477972

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

SERVICING THE BYRON SHIRE

CALL BRETT 0414 542 019

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

BOOKKEEPING GST, BAS, ATO reg. Annette ...................................................................0419 627506

ACUPUNCTURE

• RELIABLE TRADESMAN • JOBS UP TO $5000 • DECKS & PERGOLAS • TIMBER SCREENS & DOORS • GARAGE CONVERSIONS

0422 668 582

ACCOUNTANT BANGALOW + BYRON BAY The Office Accountants & Business Advisors ...66872960

BYRON BAY BOOKKEEPER Helping businesses go paperless with our mobile app. Drasta .. 0400 971480

0438 139 938

Mat Wood – Mattnnikki@bigpond.com

Friendly & Reliable

ACCOUNTANT – MARTIN McCARTHY ...............................................................................66874026

XERO CERTIFIED BAS Agent, admin@aliceinthecloud.com ...........................................0474 423301

Pty Ltd

Servicing Byron Bay & surrounding areas

YOUR DIGITAL AND PROGRAMMING SOLUTIONS

ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry..............................................................................................66847415

BAS AGENT / BOOKKEEPER Xero, MYOB, GST. Phone Mark ..........................................0475 125478

Dukewood Homes

*conditions apply

BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS

Individual Tax Returns from $110

• Quality Built Homes • Renovations • Extensions • ‘Hands-On’ Builder

ANTENNAS PLUS

ACCOUNTANTS

MAXIMISE YOUR TAX RETURN REFUND

Ph 6686 7911 Fax 6686 9047 admin@bbtimbers.com.au www.bbtimbers.com.au 110 Teven Road, Ballina

• Fencing • Decking • Structural Pine & Hardwood • Landscaping Timber • Logs & Sleepers • Lattice – Privacy Screens • Alternative Treated timbers for Vegie Gardens & Playgrounds

Lic. No. 270262C

SERVICE DIRECTORY RATES, PAYMENT & DEADLINE

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

STAIRS

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL OPEN / CLOSED RISERS

0408 740 480 / 07 5590 5696

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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ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

Education

61 Stuart Street phone 02 6684 6235 Mullumbimby www.mullummac.com

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

EARTHMOVING PLANT HIRE

Roadworks incl Driveways, Carparks & General Excavation

• House washing • High pressure or soft wash • Window cleaning • Driveways, paths & roofs • Gutters & yscreens • Water efďŹ cient • Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6684 4018 or 0412 495 750

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Phone Dick 6687 8418 & 0412 831 944 Dan 0423 877 102

TINY EARTHWOR Philip Toovey 0409 799 909 ph/fax 02 6684 3208

various implements available for limited access projects

EARTHMOVING & PLANT HIRE Specialising in driveway construction & maintenance

www.workrightcomputersupport.com.au

• 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 qualiďŹ cations

0410 056 228 / 0427 663 678

BYRON ECO WINDOW CLEANING & PRESSURE WASHING

All Mac Repairs, Upgrades, Service, Data Recovery, Internet Set-up, Hardware Sales, Insurance Claims

STEVE BROWN EARTHMOVING

SaulMordaunt@macdoc.net.au

0411 562 111 s

Apple Certified Support

Specialising in road repairs & driveways Rock walls, clearing, house shed and tank pads.

Augers – hole boring. All general earthworks, excavators, positrack, bobcat, roller and tipper hire.

RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ....................................................................66844335 NERDWORKS Computer repairs, mobile technician ................................ 66846276 or 0413 379514 vz SAGARO MOBILE MAC SERVICES 24 years Mac experience ..........................................0435 353674

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? We treat and restore new and existing glass No more harsh chemicals needed

CONCRETING & PAVING

SALISBURY CONCRETING

Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting. • Residential Civil Industrial. • Resurfacing and rejuvenation of existing concrete. • Steel ďŹ xing & 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 PLATINUM CONCRETE 20 years experience. Free quotes. Lic 225874C. Justin ..............0458 773788

AFTER

0405 986246 andrea@ezicleen.com.au www.ezicleen.com.au

Calmer Organic Cleaning End of lease & bond cleans, spring cleans & one off cleans, production, event & party cleans, sale cleans & home detailing

0411 567 844

SPECIALISING IN PRESTIGIOUS PROPERTIES

• 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 EVEN STEVEN’LL DO IT Detail clean top to bottom ......................................................0448 004182

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PETER FOX Couple Therapy & Marriage Intensives. coupletherapyaustralia.com................66840469 GESTALT PSYCHOTHERAPY 20yr exp spec in women’s, drug, alcohol issues. Mullum ..0432 508589

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

COUNSELLING

Sanding and ReďŹ nishing, Repairs and Maintenance, Internal Floors Richard Neylan richardneylan1@bigpond.com 0407 821 690 • www.facebook.com/DeckDoctor65 DECKS AND PERGOLAS Hardwood, pine, composites. Byron/Gold Coast. Robbie .........0409 244424 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

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

DENTISTS BANGALOW DENTAL In the Medical Centre Complex, Bangalow ......................................66872766 SHORES DENTAL Dr Shaun Goh & Dr Richard Conn. Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores .....................66803477 GAVIN STUART & MARTIN ACKLAND Banora Seaview Dental, Banora Point 30 mins north of Ewingsdale. Open Sat. early & late appointments ................................07 55234090 LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby .............................................................66842644 BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE .......................................................................66851264

DESIGN & DRAFTING

GREEN ROCKET CLEANERS Excellent service, reliable, efficient. Home. Bond. Office...0405 437431 BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com..........Bob Acton 0407 787993 GREG’S PRESSURE CLEANING SERVICE. Free quotes ..................................................0414 109595 DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448 AAA AIRBNB CLEANERS Book now for holiday season................................................0421 360961 UTOPIAN DESIGN & DRAFTING www.utopian-design.com .............................................66770151

COMPUTER SERVICES

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LIMITED ACCESS EXCAVATION 0431 033 791

DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE

24 HOUR SERVICE

0439 624 945

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Domestic Commercial

02 66 804 173 All Jobs Small or Large

Lic: 154293c

30 YEA Environmentally Conscious.

RS Specialising in Windows & Screens, LOCAL. House Washing, Gutters, Roofs, Solar Panels, Drivewaysâ&#x20AC;Ś FREE QUOTES Call Sam on 6680 9123 or 0434 539 979

Full Circle

Ph: 6684 0160 Mob: 0439 840 160

COMPUTER AND MOBILE PHONE REPAIRS UPDATES AND SALES, VIRUS REMOVAL INTERNET CONNECTION SOLUTIONS, CCTV SETUP NETWORKING, SECURITY & BUSINESS SUPPORT

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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BYRON ARTELIER Landscape Architect 15 yrs+ exp. Free consult. Call Ben .................0488 620227

GAS SUPPLIERS ELECTRICAL PHONE TV

Free Delivery

Lic. No.

212742C Friendly & helpful Clean & tidy On time Over 30 years experience Rapid response 24/7 service

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

Locally Owned Est 18 years

No Rental

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Reliable

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609 GLAZIERS

nichollselectrical@outlook.com

24/7 EMERGENCY GLASS 0415 660 801

BANGALOW ELECTRICIAN

Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Landscaping | Property Maintenance Brush Cutting | Tip Runs | Fully Insured

Our office is located on Station St, where we can offer a fast efficient service to the local area.

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.

Lic no. 141097C Let Boogaloo do it for you!

1800 763 911 0422 033 757 www.electricboogaloo.com.au

OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

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

DAVE SPENCE 0429 033 801 lic no. 1895 08c

BLUE BEE E L E C T R I C A L

• 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

ACREAGE MOWING

CALL Y TOM TODA FOR A FREE QUOTE

Professional, Friendly & Reliable.

Fully Insured.

0478 191 833

Proudly supporting the Orangutans

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

6684 7380

• Garden & Property Maintenance • Acreage & Residential Mowing • Landscaping • Tip Runs

info@byronbayranga.com ~ www.byronbayranga.com

0431 550 401

lawn/acreage mowing • edges and hedges • pressure cleaning • garden maintenance • green waste removal • gutters

FULLY INSURED • FREE QUOTES 100% satisfaction guaranteed! – your lawn your price

NSW Lic# 204620C

www.jimsfencing.net

Same Day Response Major Credit Cards Welcome

Call

• Steel • Pool • Colorbond ® • Gates • Paling • Modular Walls • Feature Fencing

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 POOL FENCING Glass pool fencing, glass balustrades. No job too small. Phone Nick ....0490 192460

FLOORING

Flooring by Wallaces • COMPLETE FLOORING SOLUTIONS • TIMBER BAMBOO LAMINATE VINYL • PORCELAIN & CERAMIC TILES • CARPET • FLOORSANDING • DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

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

1ST PLACE LAWNS Residential mowing and edging Hedge trimming & Pressure washing Chainsawing and pole pruning Reliable service: “I put you 1st”

Call Justin 0498 184 048 Byron Bay and surrounds

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 LEAF IT TO US Acreage mowing, 72” mowers, gardening/property maint. specialists ...0402 487213 MOW JOES Lawn & garden maintenance, ride-on mowing. Fully insured ...............Joe 0407 065849 ECO TIMBER FLOORS Sanding, polishing & repairs ..............................................Trent 0432 501721 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 NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco wax, oils & water base finishes ................................ Nathan 0420 215716 ALL TERRAIN MOWING Slopes, long grass, residential, acreage, local, reliable ............0419 225124 THE FLOOR SANDER Non-toxic finishes. Free quotes. Ph Richard .................................0407 821690 A LUMSDEN LAWN CARE Qualified Greenkeeper, mowing, edges & Bindii control.......0410 378375 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772 ACREAGE MOWING Reliable. 60 inch zero turn mower. Fully-insured. Julian ................0401 350156 BIO GARDENS Horticulturist for all your gardening needs. Reasonable rates ...............0459 175729 MGI Mowing Services. Acreage, large area & domestic mowing. All landscape maint ..0439 783557 LICENCE NO:175956C ABN: 03 113 342 699 ENVIROLAWN Acreage + small. Emergencies – 24hr turnaround, storm clean-ups ..JJ 0412 434601 GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Any mow jobs, pressure cleaning, waste removal ...0458 657577

12/70 Centennial Cct, Byron Bay | 6685 5503

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

GARAGE DOORS

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 Leaf Guard. Lic 60414C. Darryl Patterson..........................0414 889453

HAIR & BEAUTY

FENCING

POOLSAFE GLASS FENCING

• Prices are GST inclusive • Pick up Ex-Farm – forklift loaded • Cut fresh: require half day advanced notice • DELIVERY EXTRA 7am-4pm Monday to Friday

6685 8588

GARDEN DESIGN

HEARTFIRE COLLECTIVE HAIR STYLIST + weddings. Tranquil salon ............. Call Jay 0458 499500

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

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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

INTERIOR DESIGN KATE PLATT Interior Designs, www.kateplatt.com ................................ 0411 888416 or 66807606

IRONING THE IRONING LADY Suffolk Park. $28 per hour. Angela.................................................0414 719680

KITCHENS 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

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

GARDEN DESIGN, FENG SHUI www.simplybeautifulspaces.com.au...........................Lyn 0428 884329 BEAU JARDIN We design & build beautiful gardens www.beaujardin.com.au Lic 177274C ...0417 054443 GARDEN MAKEOVERS Design, restoration & plant supply .............John 66841126 or 0431 745475 BYRON ARTELIER Landscape Architect 15 yrs+ exp. Free consult. Call Ben .................0488 620227 JAPANESE GARDEN DESIGNER http://miyagawalandscapes.com ..............................0427 423723 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Garden Design & Property Planning. Andrew Pawsey ..........0478 519804

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LANDSCAPING

OSTEOPATHY

02 6681 6555 Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

â&#x20AC;˘ Sand â&#x20AC;˘ Soils â&#x20AC;˘ Gravels â&#x20AC;˘ Pots & statues â&#x20AC;˘ Lots, lots more

Sue Broadbent, Toby Mills, AndrĂŠ Kleinbaum, Amelia Rocco, Emily Pepper

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983

Clinic open for Osteopathy and Massage Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Saturday 2/32 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads. Tel 02 6685 1126

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS

Shaun Savage Landscapes

OSTEOPATHY

Established 2008 ~ Lic No: 247282c

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at Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre

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

0405 594 288

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

PE TER BL AND 0428 480 191 STICK ANDSTONEL ANDSC APING.COM.AU

â&#x20AC;˘ 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

PAINTING

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Paving

BYRON BAY

High quality residential and commercial paving and paving repairs

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

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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

0422 659 901

0438 784 226 â&#x20AC;˘ 6685 4154

Lic 154706C

Lic No 189144C

20 Years Experience

www.allpestsolutions.com.au

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Tree Faerie Fotos

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

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

Creating perfect outdoor spaces. custom garden and entertaining areas.

WHITE GOAT PHOTO STUDIO Product & Portrait. Enquiries .......................................0421 582286 CATALOGUE/PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY Prof service www.littlelightstudio.com.au...0435 046147

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Liam Nikkinen Lic: 2771546 - Fully insured â&#x20AC;˘ 0423 700 853 www.lemontreelandscapes.com.au QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING www.duluxaccredited.com.au

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

LAUNDRY

FAST TURNAROUND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; AIR BNB â&#x20AC;˘ Self serve / service wash â&#x20AC;˘ New front loaders & dryers â&#x20AC;˘ Domestic & commercial services

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Mullum Wash House â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0439 001 545 Bangalow Wash House â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0412 302 246

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LAWNMOWER REPAIRS LIGHTING Licence No 97474

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

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0412 794 364

NEIL A McINTOSH

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR â&#x20AC;˘ PLASTER REPAIRS CLEAN & TIDY â&#x20AC;˘ ALWAYS ON TIME â&#x20AC;˘ ALL AREAS

LOCKSMITH

PLASTERING CONTRACTOR

Painter and Decorator Over 30 years experience for a friendly hassle free job

PAINTER

CREATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS

PLASTERING

Mobile: 0421 938 104 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 465 Uralba Road, Uralba

&UDLJ 0413 ABN 48867459605

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

MOBILE LOCKSMITH SERVICE Automotive car keys & lock installation/repair .............0412 764148 Lic Nr: 297502C

MOBILE MECHANIC EARTH & MARINE Diesel Mechanic, repairs & maint, hydraulics, small/large engines, vessels.0416 164638

Bayside Radiators

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where else would you take a leak?â&#x20AC;?

Serving Byron Shire Peter Colin Lute â&#x20AC;˘ L4 Wilfred Street, Billinudgel â&#x20AC;˘ 6680 2444

â&#x20AC;˘ Tyres â&#x20AC;˘ Batteries â&#x20AC;˘ Wheel Alignments MULLUMBIMBY TYRE SERVICE Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2016

AU29498 Lic No: MVRL 46201

MOTORING Windscreens & Air Conditioning

LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES

MECHANICAL REPAIRS, WARREN SIMMONS Byron Bay ..................................................66858500

48 November 23, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

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

ALAN MALONE

TYAGARAH MOWER REPAIRS 69 McAuleys Lane, Mullumbimby .................................0488 094025 MULLUM MOWERS & MACHINERY REPAIRS Mullumbimby Industrial Estate............0423 204218

BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, pilates.

Liz Thomas, Cally Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara, Kim Snellgrove .............................................................................66872330 NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy, acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Corner Dalley & Burringbar Sts, Mullumbimby.....................................................................66843255 ANTHONY Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511 CLAUDIA MIRDITA Craniosacral therapy, physiotherapy ....................................................66857222 CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel ..................Bangalow 66872337 & Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Acupuncture, yoga & therapy, BFL, Herbs, CS Byron Bay .....0416 369698

Steve 0427 440 494 David 0419 157 926 WWW.NATURALPAINTINGSOLUTIONS.COM.AU

451 186 / 6680 4660

DQQH P ZDUZLFN#JPDLO FRP COL JENKINS PLASTER Gyprock, renovations, repairs. No job too small ......................0401 078733 GLENN WATERS For the finish you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see. Lic 58928C...............................................0427 908129 GYPROCK PLASTERING SERVICE New homes, extensions, renos. 40yrs exp. Dave......0457 117654

PLUMBERS NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

Licence No. 207479C

LAUNDRY SERVICES

YVES DE WILDE

Lic 167371C

SUBTROPICALLANDSCAPES.COM.AU 20 years exp. Lic 231789C ................................0405 122456 BUSH ROCKS All sizes / mossy, can deliver. Ron ...................................... 66298208 or 0429 398208 LANDSCAPE DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION Paul Varendorff Lic 39791 ... 66845035 or 0414 842602 PRIMAL LANDSCAPES & CONSTRUCTION Structural landscaping. Lic 295404C.........0449 846152 BYRON BAY LANDSCAPES Structural Landscaping Lic 118918C ..................................0490 062016 LORDS OF LANDSCAPING Earthworks, retaining walls, gardens & paving. Steve ........0458 657577

Chay 6680 5081 0429 805 081 Byron Shire

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

PEST CONTROL

Professional Property Protection you can Trust

â&#x20AC;˘ Targeted treatments for all pests with â&#x20AC;&#x153;no sprayâ&#x20AC;? cockroach treatments â&#x20AC;˘ If you have found live termites, do not disturb them and call us for advice!

No cost for quoting on active termites Relax, when safety, reputation and experience matters, we are the experts

6685 4490 or AH on 0414 769 018

www.sanctuarypest.com.au

â&#x20AC;˘ Fully licensed & insured â&#x20AC;˘ General residential & commercial maintenance â&#x20AC;˘ Renovations & extensions

â&#x20AC;˘ Drainage â&#x20AC;˘ Rain water tanks â&#x20AC;˘ Hot water system installation & service â&#x20AC;˘ LPG gas fitting & service

Call Luke 0488 730 888

OBLIGATION

Licence No: 249240C ABN: 162 408 139 FREE QUOTES!

CONNECT www.lcplumbing.com.au

ENQUIRE luke_cowan@hotmail.com

Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo

0404 053 857

Lic. No. 206913C

All Plumbing Blocked drains Gasfitting Solar Hot Water

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 DART PLUMBING Plumbing, roofing, gas. Byron Bay. Lic 1175539C..............................0421 334515 MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035 ADM PLUMBING SERVICES… (NO JOB TOO SMALL)… Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483 ED RIORDAN PLUMBING Ballina to Byron. Lic L6966....................................................0417 343480 BLOCKED DRAINS Drain camera, no dig repairs. Drain Pipe King. Lic 237124C ..............0427 217500 EMERGENCY PLUMBING All aspects. Prompt & prof. O.Shores. Lic 284496C.................0417 053708 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

TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103

SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS

BYRON CASH FOR SCRAP E ll FRoE ff for a

@ BRUNSWICK BYRON AUTO WRECKERS

Drop washing 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

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

TRACTOR REPAIRS

TRACTOR REPAIRS RURAL MACHINERY REPAIR SERVICE DIESEL ENGINE TECHNICIANS REPAIRS TO ALL MAKES AND MODELS

PHONE BILL: 6688 4143 – 0407 435 259 TREE SERVICES

SEWERAGE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS Installing, maintaining and repairing onsite sewerage management systems in Tweed & Byron Shires for over 25 years.

JIM’S TREE & STUMP REMOVAL

M 0418 754 149 P 07 5523 9930

• Qualified Arborist • Tree Pruning • Tree Removal • Stump Removal • Mulching • Fully Insured • Same Day Response

NSW Lic. L10007 QLD Lic. 13395

PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES

TRINE SOLUTIONS Plumbing, draining & gasfitting. Lic 138031C ......................................66802358 LPC PLUMBING Septic Systems Installed ......................................................................0401 633222

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

SOLAR INSTALLATION

REMOVALISTS

BEYOND BYRON REMOVALS Ready for work within & beyond Byron Brisbane Sydney backloading For careful service & great rates

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phone 66801158 or 0408 004719 Arborist Horticulturist, Tree Removal, Vegetation Control, Mulching, Hedging, Pruning

Andy’s Move & More

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

ABN 14159147467

TREE CULTURE

0429 149 533 Est 2006

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO

The expert in solar efficiency

From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth – just give us a ring

• Freight services to Brisbane weekly • Carriers of fine art • Furniture removal • E-bay pick up & delivery

6681 1913 / 0409 917646

Call 1300 18 20 50 www.saegroup.com.au

Electrical License # QLD: 72258 | NSW: 227562C

LEAPFROG REMOVALS

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BYRON BAY’S LOCAL REMOVALIST MOVING THE SHIRE FOR OVER 10 YEARS

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Lic. 232432C

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Friendly Staff No weekend surcharge

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Patrick - 0425 256 802 Andy - 0423 343 323 www.junoenergy.com.au licence number: 255292C

Plus Check our website for how to get

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free boxes and a 10% discount

LIGHTHOUSE REMOVALS

(02) 6684 5395

042050 5395

www.intilec.com.au

Not all solar systems are created equal…

search “Lighthouse Removals”

Difficult Driveway ???

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SWIMMING POOLS

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ATTENTION POOL OWNERS

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02 6684 2198

• All pool requirements • Professional advice • Water testing • Friendly service • Pool servicing

73 Station St, Mullumbimby

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(opp. Council chambers)

6684 3003

MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813 BENNY CAN MOVE IT! .................................................................................................0402 199999

ROOFING DOMESTIC • INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL

MONTYS METAL

ROOFING Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

Metal Roofing Installations • Guttering Downpipes • Fascia • Skylights • Whirlybird Patios • Repairs • Leaf Guard

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

The Pool Gurus

BEST SKIPS BANGALOW 2m3, 3m3, 4m3, 6m3 & 8m3 bins .................... 0417 458149 or 66871544 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

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

www.thepoolgurus.com.au Laurence Cook 0404 092 729

TILING

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

Tree Removals & Pruning Professional Arborists Expert Consultations - Qualified & Insured Truck / Chipper / Kanga Loader

0432 955 991 The Tree Care Specialists 6677 1562 HART TREE SERVICES 15” chipper bobcat cranetruck stump grinding EWP ..... 66849137 or 0427347380 SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66877677 or 0417 698227 PETER GRAY Dip Arb. AQF5. Consulting arborist ...........................................................0414 186161 BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ...................................................0402 364852 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance .....................................0401 208797 A VERY HANDY MAN TREE SERVICES Happy to help. Andrew ......................................0412 558890 OUT ON A LIMB Tree removal, chipping, stump grinding. Free Quotes ................ Lucas 0402 191316 MARTINO TREE SERVICES ..............................................................................Martino 0435 019524

UPHOLSTERY BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists.............................66805255 BYRON BAY UPHOLSTERY Soft furnishings & outdoor......................... 66853745 or 0403 713303

VALUERS BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD reg’d. Chartered Valuers ................... 0431 245460 or 66857010 NR VALUATIONS 25 years local exp. www.nrvaluations.com.au ...................................0428 694041

VETERINARY SURGEONS MULLUM VET CLINIC Richard Gregory, Erin Tottenham, Bec Patison. 24 hrs 7 days ..........66843818 VITALITY VETCARE Bangalow. Megan Kearney ..................................................................66870675

VISA ADVICE REGISTERED MIGRATION AGENT Rebecca@byronbaymigrationagency.com.au .........0487 458047

WATER FILTERS The Water Filter Experts

Providing complete pool services • maintenance • pumps & filters • salt chlorinators • automatic cleaners • renovations • energy saving pumps

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

BYRON COAST ROOFING PTY LTD Lic 252098C Guttering, leaf guard, cladding, etc ..0422 248936 ALL ROOF CLEANING Experienced roof & gutter cleaning + gutter guard install .........0419 789600

RUBBISH REMOVAL

0408 771 458 trimmingtrees1@gmail.com • trimmingtrees.net

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

for home, commercial and rural properties

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 SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices ..........................0412 158478

The Byron Shire Echo November 23, 2016 49

Classifieds INDEX Birthdays ................................ 52

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777

Businesses For Sale .............. 51

CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

Childcare ................................ 50

PHONE ADS

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

Annual General Meetings ....... 50

Death Notices.......................... 52 For Sale .................................. 51 Garage Sales ......................... 51 Halls For Hire ......................... 51 Health Notices ........................ 50

6684 1777 AT THE ECHO HEAD OFFICE

Ads may be taken by phone on

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

Village Way, Stuart St, Mullumbimby

RATES & PAYMENT 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

EMAIL ADS

House Sit ................................ 51

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.

Lost & Found .......................... 52 Motor Vehicles ........................ 51

$17 for two lines is the minimum charge.

Pets......................................... 52 Positions Vacant ..................... 52 Professional Services ............. 50 Property For Sale .................... 51 Property Wanted ..................... 51

SEEK $250K bridging loan, secured, up to 6 months at 15% per annum. 66847420 FINDERS KEEPERS MULLUM 36 Gordon St, behind Civic Centre.

Closing down sale - Wed to Saturday

EXTENDED Byron Bay ‘Soul Street’

Removalists ............................. 51

New Years Eve Market

Share Accommodation .......... 51

‘Expression of Interest’

Short Term Accommodation .. 51

NOW CLOSES THIS FRIDAY 25/11

Public Notices......................... 50

Social Escorts ........................ 53 To Lease ................................. 52 To Let ...................................... 51 Tradework ............................... 51 Tree Services ......................... 51 Tuition ..................................... 52

www.byroncentre.com.au

COSTUME HIRE, PROPS, SUITS & ACCESSORIES

Wanted ................................... 51

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

Work Wanted......................... 52

TAYLORS PROPS

DISCLAIMER Advertisements placed in The Byron Shire Echo do not reflect the views or opinions of the editorial staff.

The Byron Shire Echo does not make any representations as to the accuracy or suitability of any content or information contained in advertising material nor does publication constitute in any way an endorsement by The Byron Shire Echo of the content or representations contained therein.

The Byron Shire Echo does not accept any liability for the representations or promises made in paid advertisements or for any loss or damage arising from reliance on such content, representations or promises.

PUBLIC NOTICES

1 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby Phone 6684 2978

Every SATURDAY 4–9pm Railway Park byroncentre.com.au

BABY-SITTING 17-year-old who loves kids, with childminding experience & own car avail. Reasonable rates, will do overnights. Phone Sophia 0479057385

AGMs Mullumbimby Neighbourhood Centre AGM Tues, 29 Nov at 3pm Cnr Dalley & Tincogan Sts. All welcome BYRON BAY HERB NURSERY AGM at the nursery Thurs 1st Dec 5pm.

Ph Nick 66855109

BYRON FOOD HUB To further service the expansion and development of Byron Shire food products, Stages 2 & 3 of the Byron Food Hub are coming soon to the Mullumbimby Industrial Area. Each stage comprises multi-unit commercial facilities for food production, distribution and sales. It will provide fully-serviced adaptable work spaces and commercial kitchen infrastructure, allowing customised setups.

The Rainbow Ride cycle challenge finishes at Ewingsdale Hall.

This event is supporting the charity GECKO. Please be alert to cyclists on these area roads Coolamon Scenic Drive - Mullumbimby Montecoolum - Coorabell between 10.30am and 3.30pm on Sunday November 27.

For more information visit www.summerofcycling.com

Telstra plans to install new low power mobile data technology in Main Arm at: Main Arm Road, Main Arm, NSW 2482 (LOT 1 DP 208893).

The proposed works consists of: • Installation of one (1) omni antenna (less than 1m in length) • Installation of one (1) transmitter unit • Installation of new equipment in existing building • Installation of associated ancillary equipment such as cabling.

The purpose of this installation is to provide Telstra 4G data services to the surrounding area.

Customers with 4G capable devices may notice a change in their device’s signal strength/bars, but no change to their voice service. Customers with 3G only devices will not be able to access this new service and will see no change to their device’s operation.

Written submissions should be sent to: Mrs Kirra Hartley by 07 December 2016 Further information can be obtained from: Visionstream Pty Ltd Level 1, 74 Mentmore Avenue, Rosebery NSW 2018 Phone: 02 9469 7600 Email: kirra.hartley@visionstream.com.au or at www.rfnsa.com.au/2482009

50 November 23, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE $50.

Brunswick Heads. Ph Phim 0449063629

Stress Release

Practical tools, change your stress response and build resilience.

Sun 11 Dec. Invest $220.

Ph 66857991 www.wellness.net.au

PAIN RELIEF – scenar treatment with retired GP Arpana, $50 per session. Ph 0428853352 Suffolk Park

Study Kinesiology

for your career in natural health.

Free Intro Dec 7, Wed 7pm. Austudy.

Course starts Feb 18/19 2017 Byron Kinesiology Centre/KSA Ph 66857991 www.wellness.net.au

ALOHA HEALING WITH NAOMI Strength with intuitive depth. Deep tissue & Kahuna 22yrs exp. 0417212540

ZENTHAI SHIATSU Deep massage Deep stretch Deep stillness

Rama Raphael • Spiritually oriented psychotherapy and counselling • Structural Lightbodywork

phone Gigi Kate 0449 196 949 www.earthtouchzenthai.com

Individuals, couples & families 44 years’ clinical experience

SOUND, MANTRA AND MIND

0433 707437 www.roseofraphael.com.au

with DR NC MBBS 26 - 27th NOVEMBER 2016, 9.30AM – 4.30PM Scout Hall, Tennyson St, Byron Bay Online Special $295, or $345 at the Door.

No prerequisites. All welcome.

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FEATURES • Units can be interconnected, providing floor areas ranging from 125-1500sqm, plus optional mezzanines • Adaptable plumbing provisions with floor wastes • Coolroom and refrigeration plumbing infrastructure • Individual grease traps for each unit • High bay vehicle access; close proximity to Pacific Hwy • 3-phase power; LPG gas reservoirs; fibre optic capable broadband • Solar power system per unit with expandable inverter

TO CUSTOMISE YOUR SPACE, ENQUIRE NOW! PHONE RICHARD: 0431 339 004

PROPOSAL TO INSTALL NEW MOBILE TECHNOLOGY

6685 8532

BEETU FULL BODY MASSAGE A divine experience, sensuous, nurturing. 28yrs exp. Lucy 0427917960

• R.A.W. ENERGY BALANCING Meredith Plowman

William Flick Lane Road Closure.

Traffic control on Ewingsdale Rd will allow the riders to safely turn into William Flick Ln.

20 Shirley St, Byron Bay

netdaily

2&3

RAINBOW RIDE SUNDAY NOV 27

William Flick Lane will be closed over 11am-4pm on Nov 27.

Martin Frank

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

CHILDCARE

– GES FOOD PRODUCTION UNITS FOR LEASE STA

Health Funds - Mobile Service

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

Prepayment is required for all ads.

ARTISAN MARKET

Yasmin Lang

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Cash, cheque, Mastercard or Visa

CONGRATULATIONS IRVIN ASUNCION on becoming an Australian citizen! We are so proud and happy for you. Jeana and Trevor.

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THE BYRON SHIRE

Musical Notes......................... 52 Only Adults ............................. 53

Innermost Harmony Massage

CLASSIFIEDS THAT WORK ALL WEEK!

Holiday Accommodation ........ 51 Items Under $100 ................... 51

Remedial Massage Reflexology Energetic Facial Release Aged and Oncology

PROF. SERVICES

DENTURES

LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002

ANXIETY

Assessment & treatment of children, adolescents & adults

Carl Moore Psychology Reg no. PSY0001057399 Medicare rebates available

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Advanced Denture Solutions

Dental Prosthetist Technical & Clinical Excellence

Becky Martin General & Facial Rejuvenation

(Remedial Massage Therapist)

Friday 1–5pm Saturday 10am–4pm

Deep Tissue/Sports/ Relaxation

Monday, Wednesday & Saturday by appointment

14 Park Street, Brunswick Heads | 02 6685 1088 | baysideacupuncture.com ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE MASSAGE ACUTONICS®

Tues & Thurs Saturdays

S U F F O L K PA R K CO M M U N I T Y H A L L

Teacher Trainings 2017

Jan 2–27 one-month intensive Lennox Head Part-time one day a week Suffolk Park March–December. BOOK NOW!

THE BYRON SHIRE ECHO Putting FUN back into dysFUNctional since 1986. www.echo.net.au.

Flo Fenton, Senior Yoga Teacher

Tel: 02 6685 9910 Mob: 0418 441 437 flo@intouchyogabyronbay.com intouchyogabyronbay.com

Christmas Gift Certificates Available

Successful solutions for any problem

MASTER HYPNOTHERAPIST NEUROLINGUISTIC PROGRAMMER & CERTIFIED MEDICAL HYPNOSIS PRACTITIONER Anything is possible www.wendypurdey.com.au

5–6.30PM 10AM–12PM

Safe, beneficial, authentic yoga

PROCRASTINATORS ASSOC AGM We will try again this month.

HEALTH

Raphael Benn

(Registered Acupuncturist)

SUFFOLK PARK FOOTBALL CLUB will be holding their AGM at Byron Bay English Language School 6.30pm, 7 Dec 2016. 1 Carlyle Street, Byron Bay. All members welcome.

PH 6680 2630 5/97 Stuart St, Mullumbimby Phone: 6684 3677

BAYSIDE ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE Health Fund Rebates & Hicaps Available

beachsidyogaandmassage.com.au

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

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Grace

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Professional, Remedial, Deep Tissue & Relaxation Massage in a beautiful beachside setting. ½ Hour 1 Hour 1½ Hour Home Visits

$50 $80 $115 $120 (1hr)

Yoga classes $18 5 class pass $80 Unlimited Passes Available

Upstairs Byron Surf Club 0448 807 798 Mon-Sat

Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo

RELAXING & REFRESHING REMEDIAL MASSAGE & REFLEXOLOGY Jo Morrish 0439492804

KINESIOLOGY

Clear subconscious sabotages.

Reprogram patterns and beliefs.

Restore vibrancy and physical health. De-stress.

Ph 66846914 SANDRA DAVEY, Reg. Pract.

3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

3UMMERLAND %NVIRONMENTAL

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

TREAT YOURSELF! Relaxing deep tissue, remedial.

Byron. Ph Kate 0410395368

LOMI LOMI HALOA

Hawaiian Temple Bodywork 2.5-3 hour transformational sessions Sapphire 0438928465

TREE SERVICES

Tallow TREE SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE

Rolfing® Byron Bay Are old injuries still hurting?

Jeremy Sutton • 0407 132 921 rolfingbyronbay.com

• • • • •

REMOVALS PALMS TREE SURGERY FREE QUOTES FULLY INSURED

• • • • •

STUMP GRINDING TREE REPORTS DA APPLICATIONS CRANE HIRE CHERRY PICKER

6687 2750 - 0401 208 797

NICK HART

TREE SERVICES

• Affordable tree services • Professional tree care • 15” chipper (crane truck)

Fully insured • Free quotes

Local Blender and Juicer Specialists Commercial & Domestic 02 6685 6360 www.omniblendaustralia.com.au

BRENT VERCO

CHIROPRACTOR MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC 6684 1028

MON TUE WED THU FRI PM & SAT AM

• FULLY INSURED • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES

6684 4421 0402 364 852

A VERY HANDY MAN

TREE SERVICES Covering all aspects of tree work and tree stump removal (stump grinding)

Experienced climber • Insured • Licensed

PHYSIOTHERPY SPORTS MASSAGE PILATES

FREE QUOTES HAPPY TO HELP

Call Andrew Wilson 0412 558 890

After hours & emergency service available

We Specialise In Finding The Cause Of Your Problems www.evolvebyronbay.com.au

0410542079

6684 9137 • 0427 347 380

Mon-Sat 7am-7pm

OVER-50s & Beginners Fitness

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

NURSERY TRAILER 8x4 galv, 4 wheel articulated, $700. Riot fishing kayak, as new, $600. 9ft Malibu $120. 66805024

BRIDGLANDS

WANTED OLD MOTORBIKE any make, any year, any cond. Will pick up. 0427109195

Buy and sell good quality used furniture Ph 66842511

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

SPEED QUEEN

GARAGE SALES

MIELE WASHERS

FEDERAL VILLAGE GIANT COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE at Federal Hall, Jasper Corner, Federal from 8am to 1pm Saturday 26th Nov. 20 sellers with a wide range of clothes, books, collectables etc

Heavy duty American made commercial quality washing machines. In stock ready to go. Bridglands Mullumbimby.

66842511

Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511

ARCHIBALD’S CHEAP QUARRY PRODUCTS

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

BAMBOO PLY

from $10.50sqm & Bamboo Flooring.

For ceilings, walls, doors, etc.

Ph 66884188 • sample & brochure. www.bambooply.com.au

COMPOST TOILETS

STARTING AT $960 Green Building Centre 0427701653 CLOSING DOWN SALE FINDERS KEEPERS 36 Gordon St Mullum behind Civic Centre. From Wednesday to Saturday

OCEAN SHORES 6/2 Durroon Crt. Sat 8-12pm. New & pre-loved clothing & household items 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 10 Dec. Stalls or rug space avail 0490026840 O.SHORES 6 Natan Court. Sat 8-12pm.

Boys bikes, women’s clothes, toys, furn O.SHORES 9 Kiyung Court. Sat 8-2pm.

3-seater lounge, furn, paintings, pottery, dining table, clothes, books & more O.SHORES 16 Yallakool Dr. Sat. Photo enlarger, pottery, furn, clothes, books, h’hold items and much more GREAT COMBINED SALE at 1 Rajah Rd, O.Shores, Sat not before 8am. 2 seat lounge, brand new recliner chair, kayak

POSITION VACANT Junior Motion Graphic Artist / Junior Film Maker UPLIFT is a rapidly expanding online global media channel, dedicated to making a difference in the world by creating positive, independent media that brings people together.

We are looking for a Junior Motion Graphic Artist / Junior Film Maker to become part of our Mullumbimby based media team. This person will have some experience working in each ÃÌ>}i v Ì i «À `ÕVÌ Ü À y Ü > ` Ã >L i Ì operate competently in each stage.

Although the main tasks of this role are motion typography; logging footage, editing and script development are also a large part of the role, so good spelling, grammar and typing speed is essential. / i À i > Ã V> Ã v À w } > ` Ã Õ ` recording to broadcast quality standards.

Software used: Adobe After Effects Adobe Premiere Pro

Mulch Supplies

Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6687 7677

MONDAY 10.30am

EX-SERVICES CLUB Mullum Membership included.

ONLY

THURSDAY 10am

12

$

Brunswick Heads RSL Hall Call 0406 491 002 FB shazumba

Mobile 0417 698 227

FOR SALE

CANE MULCH Mark 0427490038

HALLS FOR HIRE

BAMBOO FLOORING XMAS SPECIAL $85/sqm supplied+laid. Ph 0412412396

COORABELL HALL WEDDINGS, GIGS, CLASSES 66871307 www.coorabellhall.net

WASHING MACHINE automatic $180, fridge $170, delivery. Phone 0413589388

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

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

0488 609 774

bookings@mullumcivic.com

TRADEWORK

Tradies Get Seen

A line ad in our Service Directory will run for 13 weeks in The Echo and appear in our online edition EchoNetDaily every day? For only $99 – or $340 for a whole year! Tell us you saw this ad and we will give you an extra 2 weeks free!

Call us on 66841777 for more info

110 Yankee Ck Rd, via Wilsons Ck Rd Mullumbimby 6684 1703 Open Wed–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 9am–1pm www.mcnativenursery.com.au

• Fence posts • Hardwood poles • Sleepers • Paling fence timber • Offcuts • Banana props • Drummed molasses • Firewood Kings Creek, Mullumbimby Mark 6680 4284 or 0427 490 038 Karen 0427 804 284

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

ITEMS UNDER $100

MASSIVE SALE FOR CAT HOSPICE 6 Yungarup Pl, Ocean Shores, Sat 8am.

All new donations, great Xmas gifts.

King bed base, collectables, 66803968 MOVING SALE O.SHORES 156 Shara Bvld, Sat & Sun 7am. Quality clothes, furn, h/hold goodies, speakers, tools, DVDs, bikes, PS games, antiques 73 NEW BRIGHTON RD Sat 8am. Tools, garden implements & lots more

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal 0408 210 772 MOTOR VEHICLES

CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS

ITEMS FOR SALE UNDER $100 The Echo runs free 2-line ads for items under $100. Email only. classifieds@ echo.net.au. One per private advertiser per week. Other conditions apply

Local reg’d business 66845296 or 66845403 or 0413120970

SEWING MACHINE Elna Lotus + Horn cabinet $45. 66802520, 0467605772

CAR TYRES SUPPLY & FIT FROM $25 Phone 66845296

FREE MULCH

Find Echo Classifieds on Echonetdaily every day

OLD NEWSPAPERS from the Mullumbimby Echo office Mon-Fri 9-5pm 66841777

1999 TOYOTA CAMRY SEDAN auto great condition rego till 1/17 SN7128 ................. $3250 2001 HYUNDAI ACCENT auto 141653km 5dr hatch with 6mths new rego SN9722 ......... $4490 2007 TOYOTA YARIS MANUAL 117941km 3dr hatch immaculate SN7544 ........................ $5250 AUTO 2006 HOLDEN VIVA 80154km 4 cylinder low km handy wagon SN0333 .................. $6750 2004 MITSUBISHI PAJERO GLS AUTO great condition 7 seater family 4x4 SN0916 ...... $8995 2008 PROTON JUMBUCK GLSI manual 95967km great value ute SN3124 ............ $7850

BARGAINS

ballinacarcentre.com.au

16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA

Ballina Car Centre

DLN 19950

6686 5586 / 0418 676 274

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

BYRON/SUNRISE s-cont studio, suit sgle, private entrance, courtyard. Longterm pref. $275pw incl elec & WiFi. No pets. 0456606911

LOCAL REMOVAL

& backloads to Brisbane. Friendly, with 10 years local exp. 0409917646 BANGALOW RENT-A-SHED Modern & Secure from $130 p/m Elders Real Estate 66871500 BALLINA SELF-STORAGE UNITS Secure from $16pw. Ph 66867011 MULLUM 3br brick veneer house, SLUG, no pets, $435pw. Phone 66842422 MULLUM new built 1br house, garden, fully fenced. Outdoor pet OK. Prof cple pref. $450pw all inclusive. 0421085558

Home based business: Work flexible hours (FT or PT) from home with great income potential in the Personal Development Industry.

No pressuring friends and family, party plans or cold calling.

For more information: prosper-from-home.com/echo

PROPERTY FOR SALE Unique Architectural Masterpiece Steel & Glass Pavilion House + Studio 28+ Acre low maintenance Rainforest.

Income stream for extraordinary lifestyle in enchanting Upper Wilsons Creek Deep private creek swimming hole Inspect today ph: 66840372 www.yourforesthouse.com

PROPERTY WANTED ACREAGE within 10 mins of Mullum, for local family. Ph 0402487213

Burringbar 3br 1bth $450 Ocean Shores 3br 1bth 1car $480 L.J. Hooker Brunswick Heads 6685 0177 5/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads

OCEAN SHORES Two bedroom renovated unit.

Single garage. $325.00 per week.

Large three bedroom home on the canal with a study, large living areas and a double lock up garage. $675.00 per week.

FNC Property Management april@fncproperty.com.au

1300 716 707

REMOVALISTS BIG & SMALL REMOVAL JOBS Local, affordable, reliable & quick Ph 66845510 or 0402199999 ANDY’S MOVE & MORE Small & med moves, tip runs. 1 or 2 men at low prices.

Byron & Mullum based. Ph 0429149533

HOLIDAY ACCOM. UBUD BALI 3–12 month lease. 2-storey large cosy house. For photos or more info email ubudholidayhouse@gmail.com PRIVATE HOUSE 3br, river, swimming hole & hot tub. 10 min Mullum, no pets, $1200pw. Mid Dec – Feb. Ph 0402598121

New Brighton * RENTAL PROPERTIES WANTED * Contact our friendly staff for a free appraisal

OCEAN SHORES $320pw, Unit, 2 bed, 1 bath, incl. water and gardens SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH $430pw, House , 2 bed, bath $600pw, house, 3 bed, Study, 2 bath, dlug $650pw, House , 3 bed, 3 bath, slug 6 Strand Ave, New Brighton 6680 1594 eldersnewbrighton.com.au

SHORT TERM ACCOM.

If you are interested in the role, please tell us about yourself by writing to info@upliftconnect.com and include links to show-reels, any examples of motion graphic work, and video projects that you have completed.

FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND

BARGAINS

OCEAN SHORES Christmas/New Year.

Quiet neighbourhood, no parties. Avail 24 Dec – 3 Jan. Ocean views, private, close to bch/shops, newly renov, 3br, 1 bath. $450/night, 1 week min, photos avail.

Phone 0421477203

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. FEDERAL ROOM AVAIL in share house $175pw incl. Refs required. Long-term.

Peter 0448831385 SUFFOLK modern house, large room BIR, ensuite. For single, n/s, working, 40 plus, refs. $230pw. Ph 0409966996

Bangalow Landlords – we have qualified tenants looking for properties in Bangalow and surrounding areas. Please phone us TODAY for an honest appraisal.

BANGALOW $600 3 bed, 2 bath, lug, quiet street, 6 mth lease, no pets, bush outlook, avail 2/12 BANGALOW $1655 per month office space, main street, upstairs, 25sqm, avail now.

GOONENGERRY $750 FAB ocean/lighthouse views, furn, 2/3 beds, gardening incl, big decks, 2 living, Avail now POSSUM CREEK $625 eco designed, 3 bed, creek access, private, suit couple, gardening incl, Avail now.

For more available rental properties go to

www.eldersbangalow.com.au 19a Byron Street, Bangalow

02 6687 1500

BURRINGBAR beautiful 30 acre property, 4br house, views, quiet, $170pw single, $260pw couple. Ph 0405463662 OCEAN SHORES beautiful spacious 5br home, share with 1. N/s, d/f, working fem pref, $210pw + bills. Ph 0401444386

TO LET BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333 STORAGE From $100/mth. Bangalow. Ph 66872833 BEACHSIDE 3br, 2.5 bthrm, t/house, pool, security, SLUG, no pets, refs req’d. $670pw. accom@byron 66853805 BANGALOW 3br, 2 bthrm, LUG + c’port, solar efficient, walk to town, avail early Dec, no dogs $650pw + bills. 0400583654 BYRON SELF-STORAGE UNITS Clean & secure. Ph 1300762618

BANGALOW $395 pw Tidy 2 bed unit, 1 bath. Built in robes in both rooms, enclosed low maint yard, new carpets and walking distance to town.

SLUG. Avail now, 12 month lease.

New Listing – CLUNES $450 pw Character 2 bed cottage plus a loft & study.

Polished floors, leafy, private rear yard with plenty of room for chooks & veg garden, pets neg. Avail Mid Dec, 12 month lease.

New Listing – CLUNES $550 pw Open plan 4 bed, 2 bath house on 3753m2 block. Large powered shed, perfect for a workshop or games room. Gas cooking and dishwasher. Avail early Dec, long term lease.

New Listing – BANGALOW $690 pw Modern 3 bed, 2 bath home. Open plan living with polished floors, covered outdoor deck. Fully equipped kitchen. Single carport. Avail mid Dec, 12 month lease.

6687 2479

bangalow realestate.com.au

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MULLUM 4KM lovely farmhouse 4br stunning views, $600pw. 0412897567

TO LEASE BYRON creative work / ofďŹ ce space, $80pw incl elect & net. 0431674377 BEAUTIFUL TREATMENT ROOM Avail Fri, Sat & Sun $80/day, $45/half day. Mullum. Ph 66849458, 0435078551 BYRON A&I EST Prof ofďŹ ce/work space.

15â&#x20AC;&#x201C;40sqm. Polished concrete, aircon, great aspect. from $165pw. 0403803083 BANGALOW OFFICE/STUDIO Great location, beautiful space.

Private ofďŹ ces avail with shared kitchen/ bath/meeting room. $90pw incl bills & broadband. Ph 0400420696

POSITIONS VACANT REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPISTS Seeking therapists with health fund rebates to join our fantastic teams in Bangalow & Ballina. Must be experienced, professional, reliable & passionate. Professionally run clinics & good rates.

Ph 0499490088 or email: info@ bangalowremedialmassage.com.au

Mojosurf Reservations Assistant Manager Join our busy Byron Bay head office by supporting our reservations and sales team to achieve awesomeness.

Full-time role available for a candidate with the right skills and willing to embrace Mojosurfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s values of providing life-changing, transformative experiences to our customers. You must be able to work weekends and public holidays and between our office hours of 7am and 7pm. You will have excellent computer skills, be familiar with reservations procedures and have experience in a sales environment. Management know-how and prior experience is a bonus or maybe you are just ready to take the next step? Send your CV to: vanessat@mojosurf.com with a cover letter describing how you match the listed criteria.

AS P I R E

To be amongst the ďŹ nest

Players

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LOUNGE

Brisbaneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prestigious Gentlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club requires fun loving staff â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to join our team EARN $500-$3000 pw â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

Reception/ Front Door Bar/ Wait Staff Hostessing/ Promotions DANCERS

Phone Personnel Manager Lisa 07 3229 9344 after 4.00pm UNIVERSAL SUPERMODELS P/L 180 Mary St Brisbane

EXPERIENCED GARDENER 3-5 days pw for local gardening and mowing business, pref long experience with zero turn mowers, hedging & brushcutting. Call between 5pm-7pm 0402487213 BYRON BAY BARISTA SCHOOL Courses start at $109. Ph 0457537486

TEAM PLAYERS NEEDED Expressions of interest for staff for awesome new accommodation in central Byron.

Looking for Reception, in-house CafĂŠ/Bar and Housekeeping Supervisor(s).

Please send CV/Resume to the General Manager: byronbaybeachhostel@gmail.com

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BLUE OLIVE DELI seeks hard working hospitality/barista. Long term position. No travellers. Apply with resume.

MASSAGE THERAPISTS Must be professional, reliable, positive and available weekends.

Diploma CertiďŹ ed with Health Fund Rebates essential.

Good hourly rate, busy clinic.

Please send resume to manager@ byronmassageclinic.com.au

Santos Organics Byron Bay is currently seeking staff to join the cafe team. Successful candidates must possess a passion for organic food, excellent customer service with previous barista experience and a strong knowledge and interest in coffee & coffee alternatives. The successful applicant should be an Australian resident and available 15-20 hours per week.

Please email your resume to davidboyd@santosorganics.com.au

WAITSTAFF for busy Chinese restaurant at Bangalow. Must be able to work weekends, Friday, Saturday dinner, experienced & fast. Phone 66872382 TRADES ASSISTANT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MULLUMBIMBY www.qualitysolar.com.au/employment/ MASSEUSE REQUIRED reliable & friendly for Gentlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relaxation Centre. 18+. Training provided for the right applicant. Gold Coast. 0418185791

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

Medium-senior level, part-time.

Must be able to quickly edit videos and create animations to a high standard. Requires QSPË&#x152;DJFODZ JO 1SFNJFSF "GUFS &Ë&#x2039;FDUT BOE "EPCF $$ Send your portfolio to: EFTJHO!WVMZUSBNQPMJOFT DPN

WE ARE LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED WELL-PRESENTED FLOOR STAFF Please call

Mobile: 0406 647 236

Full Time QualiďŹ ed

MOTOR MECHANIC Bruns Bakery has hit the ground running and already looking at expanding their team! They are looking for an experienced BREAD BAKER (night hours) and an experienced PASTRY CHEF (day hours) to join their team for an immediate start.

For your chance to be a part of this new and iconic bakery in Australia please contact Kurt: 0402 922 276 or email: brunsbakery@gmail.com

The Byron Bay Santos CafĂŠ is seeking local, reliable and professional staff with a genuine knowledge of organics and food sustainability.

We are looking to improve customer service & food offerings and we are seeking experienced, friendly staff with initiative. Requirements: â&#x20AC;˘ Knife skills, food preparation â&#x20AC;˘ Cooking skills and experience in a cooking role â&#x20AC;˘ Kitchen/food service organisation skills â&#x20AC;˘ Well presented with good customer service skills â&#x20AC;˘ Team player Only persons with suitable experience need apply. Please send your resume to davidboyd@santosorganics.com.au

Cape Byron Rudolf Steiner School Full Time Kindergarten Teacher Commencing 2017

Cape Byron Rudolf Steiner School is an independent, co-educational school from Kindergarten to Year 12 with 370 students and is situated about six kilometres from beautiful Byron Bay. CBRSS is looking for a suitably experienced and qualiďŹ ed Kindergarten teacher who is able to work with the educational principles inspired by Rudolf Steiner, while being committed to a high standard in teaching and professional learning.

The position commences in January 2017. There are two Kindergarten classes, and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced teacher and work within an established school structure.

All teachers must be registered with BOSTES and hold a current NSW Working with Children Check and preferably a First Aid CertiďŹ cate.

Please submit your CV with two referees, accompanied by a cover letter, to: hr@capebyronsteiner.nsw.edu.au Applications close 4pm Tuesday 13th December 2016.

Position Description and Application Process available at www.capebyronsteiner.nsw.edu.au

52 November 23, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

Registration CertiďŹ cate required.

Prefer Blue Slip and Gas Licence.

Must have own tools.

Applications close 2 December.

Email application to: elsaf66@hotmail.com.au or 0407 842 394

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.orgÂ

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.

Are you an experienced Property Manager looking for a new challenge?

If you are looking to be part of a great culture, if you aspire to be part of a team environment where every day will be different and if you seek a work place where you will be challenged whilst being supported to learn and develop, then we have the role for you.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and energetic individual to join our property management team at First National Byron Bay. We are passionate about our community and about providing the best possible service for our clients and customers.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love; â&#x20AC;˘ Above award wage and excellent bonuses â&#x20AC;˘ Your weekends back â&#x20AC;˘ Hands on support â&#x20AC;˘ A positive and fun team culture â&#x20AC;˘ Ongoing professional development opportunities â&#x20AC;˘ Cutting edge systems and technology â&#x20AC;˘ 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

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST required for local skin cancer clinic. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Best Practiceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; knowledge essential. 10â&#x20AC;&#x201C;15 hours per week. Email for job description: medreception2481@gmail.com EXPERIENCED BREAKFAST COOK The Terrace cafe at Brunswick Heads.

Approx 30 hours includes weekends.

Resumes to: theterracecafebruns@gmail.com FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST must have a positive & genuine desire to deliver excellent & efďŹ cient customer service. ONLY apply in person Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday 11am-1pm.

Glen Villa Resort, Butler St, Byron Bay

THE ECHO PAPER DELIVERY

The Echo occasionally has contract positions to insert, fold, bag (wet weather) & deliver to all areas in the Shire.

We are seeking ďŹ ll in person(s) for all areas when delivery people are on holidays or sick. You will also be on our list to consider when runs become available.

The successful applicant will have a local address, an ABN and a reliable vehicle. They will be available to pick up the papers from either Byron or Mullumbimby early on Wednesday morning, insert and fold them at their own premises, then have completed delivery by 1pm on Wednesday.

Suit mature or stable persons/couples with a strong throwing arm.

Email only: simon@echo.net.au

â&#x20AC;˘ Wild Fermentation â&#x20AC;˘ iPad for Beginners Level 2

Sun 4th December â&#x20AC;˘ Intro To Kinergetics â&#x20AC;˘ Social Media for Beginners

Sat 3rd December â&#x20AC;˘ Mosaic For Beginners â&#x20AC;˘ Beekeeping

Limited places - donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out!

Enrol now 02 6684 3374 www.byroncollege.org.au

Passed away peacefully on 12th November aged 94 years. Late of Silverwater, Morisset He embraced the new chapter of his life in Byron Bay where he made new friends. He especially loved his time swimming in the surf.

He had an infectious laughter, loved a chat and had a joy for life.

He will be missed.

Devoted husband to Joan (dec) dedicated father to 8 children, 17 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Normanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life on Monday 28th November 11am, Feros Village Byron Bay.

BIRTHDAYS

WORK WANTED

IRONING SERVICE

Shirts, sheets & everything in between.

Angela 0414719680

Happy Birthday LU from your Echo family

GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENT offers low rates for your logo, biz card, event ďŹ&#x201A;yer or food labels. Call Charlotte 0403677684

LOST & FOUND

CLEANER/IRON Min 3hrs. EfďŹ cient & exp eco-aware, shirewide $35ph 0427212012

LOST & FOUND: Lost my mind but found enlightenment at the Mushroom Festival in Mullumbimby. Peace Out!

EXPERIENCED HORTICULTURIST for all aspects of gardening. Ph 0429020215 LOCAL REMOVALIST Happy to move big, small & in between.

Call Benny 0402199999 PRACTICAL PETE Ute tip runs, garden maint, deliveries, removals etc. $25/$35ph. Ph 66845321 RAFAEL THE HANDYMAN IS BACK I solve problems! â&#x20AC;&#x201C; One-call solution, domestic, cleaning, garden, plumbing, IT, gutters, discounts apply. 0405282601

TUITION FRENCH â&#x20AC;˘ ITALIAN â&#x20AC;˘ GERMAN Eva 66846760 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au

EVERYONE READS The Byron Shire Echo www.echo.net.au FOUND: Ladies bike, aqua colour. Exc. condition. Found on Mon 14 November.

Ph 0402641619 LOST: Male, grey & white Siamese, named Paco. Lost from Mullum 16/11.

Microchipped. Please call Layla 0410413308. REWARD OFFERED LOST: Blue crystal & silver ring, LP engraved on stone at Music Festival.

Sentimental value. Reward. 0447126752

PETS

Bass Lessons From basics to advanced soloing.

Phone: George Urbaszek

0412 172 089

www.creativebasslessons.com

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

DEATH NOTICES

Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Miss MINDY (sadly again). A very friendly young cat with a coat of many colours, and a personality to match. For some strange reason she has been with us for a while now, strange because she is so appealing and loveable. Mindy is patient and easy going - low maintenance, and sure to bring joy to whoever adopts her (she says meow, please and quickly).

All cats are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped.

Please make an appointment 0403 533 589 â&#x20AC;˘ Billinudgel petsforlifeanimalshelter.net

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s raining cats & dogs!

Term 4 courses starting soon...

Thu 1st December

Norman Keith Kennedy (Storminâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Norman)

We will miss our beloved Pam who left us on Sunday evening 20th November.

Aurea, Ben and Joseph.

Pam will also be sadly missed by her sisters Kay and Sandra, as well as members of The Biggest Little Town Choir & others who knew and loved her.

Well, almost...

Every year many thousand unwanted cats and dogs are born to pets that havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been desexed. And sadly, most end up being put down.

So please...

desex your pets!

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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, month rise set rise set height (m) 1 T 0553 1906 0652 2019 1007,1.58; 2209,1.28 2 W 0552 1906 0731 2110 1042,1.58; 2244,1.22 3 T 0551 1907 0814 2200 1117,1.56; 2320,1.15 4 F 0550 1908 0859 2250 1156,1.53 5 S 0550 1909 0947 2337 0001,1.09; 1238,1.48 6 S 0549 1909 1038 0050,1.04; 1326,1.44 7 M 0548 1910 1132 0023 0151,1.01; 1422,1.41 8 T 0548 1911 1228 0107 0307,1.03; 1528,1.40 9 W 0547 1912 1327 0150 0423,1.11; 1634,1.43 10 T 0546 1912 1427 0231 0527,1.23; 1736,1.47 11 F 0546 1913 1530 0312 0622,1.23; 1832,1.51 12 S 0545 1914 1635 0354 0714,1.53; 1926,1.53 13 S 0545 1915 1742 0438 0803,1.67; 2015,1.52 14 M 0544 1916 1850 0524 0852,1.79; 2104,1.48 15 T 0544 1916 1958 0615 0941,1.86; 2153,1.41 16 W 0543 1917 2105 0709 1030,1.89; 2243,1.33 17 T 0543 1918 2208 0807 1118,1.86; 2333,1.23 1209,1.79 18 F 0542 1919 2304 0907 19 S 0542 1920 2355 1008 0029,1.15; 1300,1.69 20 S 0542 1920 1108 0131,1.09; 1356,1.58 21 M 0541 1921 0041 1206 0244,1.07; 1454,1.47 22 T 0541 1922 0121 1302 0359,1.10; 1554,1.34 23 W 0541 1923 0159 1356 0505,1.18; 1654,1.34 24 T 0541 1924 0234 1449 0600,1.27; 1748,1.31 25 F 0540 1924 0308 1540 0646,1.36; 1837,1.29 26 S 0540 1925 0342 1632 0727,1.45; 1919,1.29 27 S 0540 1926 0416 1723 0803,1.52; 1958,1.28 28 M 0540 1927 0453 1814 0838,1.58; 2035,1.26 29 T 0540 1928 0531 1906 0913,1.63; 2111,1.24 30 W 0540 1928 0612 1957 0947,1.65; 2147,1.22

NOVEMBER 2016 Astronomical data and tides

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Sooty is a friendly cat who enjoys being lavished with love & affection.

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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.

Low tide, height (m) 0325,0.20; 1619,0.32 0355,0.23; 1658,0.35 0426,0.27; 1738,0.39 0500,0.33; 1822,0.43 0538,0.39; 1913,0.46 0624,0.46; 2012,0.48 0722,0.52; 2115,0.46 0836,0.55; 2218,0.41 0955,0.53; 2314,0.33 11.07,0.46 0002,0.23; 1211,0.37 0047,0.14; 1310,0.28 0130,0.06; 1405,0.20 0214,0.01; 1500,0.15 0256,0.00; 1554,0.13 0340,0.03; 1649,0.15 0426,0.09; 1745,0.20 0514,0.19; 1844,0.26 0605,0.30; 1943,0.32 0704,0.41; 2044,0.37 0812,0.51; 2144,0.39 0928,0.56; 2329,0.36 1041.0.57; 2329,0.36 1145,0.55 0011,0.32; 1241,0.51 0048,0.28; 1329,0.46 0122,0.25; 1412,0.41 0153,0.22; 1452,0.37 0223,0.21; 1530,0.35 0254,0.21; 1607,0.34

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Living the Pipe dream Crystal Cylinders

It has been a stellar year for professional surfer Matt Wilkinson, who moved to Byron Bay to escape the Bondi party bubble and get back to surfing good waves consistently.

Originally from the central coast of NSW ‘Wilko’ was known as the most fun-loving and least-stressed individual on the men’s pro tour.

It could be Byron or it could be his new full-time coach and mentor Glenn ‘Micro’ Hall, but either way 2016 has seen his career flourish, and many would say he’s completely reinvented his act.

At 28 years old he believes his breakthrough victory on the World Surf League at Snapper Rock has finally silenced his own self-doubt.

‘It’s made me feel like my surfing is the best it’s ever been,’ he said. ‘All those little niggles that were in my mind have gone. Those little selfdoubts when you don’t know if you are strong or fit enough.’

Coach Glenn was one of the top surfers on the central coast when Matt was growing up and believed Wilko was under performing owing to lack of attention to two key areas: fitness and strategy.

Byron Bay-based pro surfer Matt ‘Wilko’ Wilkinson has had plenty to shout about in 2016. Photo WSL/Kirsten

After that win on the Gold Coast Matt claimed the WSL leaders yellow jersey and went on to win Bells Beach.

With back-to-back wins Matt was suddenly a part of the World Championship discussion and had other competitors and surf scribes shaking their heads in disbelief at his change in fortune. They did not see it coming.

He felt there was a target on his back following his wins, and suggests the added pressure led him to focus on his rivals rather than himself.

‘Through the middle of the

year I was definitely looking at what everyone else was doing,’ he said.

Another highlight this year was his runner-up finish at the Fiji Pro in solid barrels, but since that event he has had some close decisions go against him and the results stopped flowing.

Now with the final event of 2016 at Pipeline ahead of him and the World Title already taken by John Florence the pressure is off, and Wilkinson is looking to improve his current ranking of fourth in the world. And a few Pipe barrels.

Club stalwart dominates Byron Bay table tennis Thirteen competitors made it to the Byron Bay Table Tennis Club’s Friday competition last weekend.

‘It was a good turnout,’ club organiser Mark Smith said.

Mark won the singles

competition from Sunny Gibb and Paolo Newell, while Zion Maher came fourth.

Chris Strybos and Mark came back from a setdown to defeat Sunny Gibb and Bob Cawthorne 2–1 in the doubles competition.

Byron Bay Table Tennis Club is at the Suffolk Park Community Hall (beach end of Clifford Street) and has three tables.

Competition play is on Friday evenings starting at 5.30pm.

Yeung reaches NSW quarter finals Mullumbimby tennis player Timmy Yeung Packer made it to the quarterfinals in the Tennis NSW Junior Development Series U/12s State Finals held in western Sydney.

The finals play-offs were held in extremely hot and blustery conditions, 50–70 km/h winds, and a nearby bushfire, according to Timmy’s dad Steve Packer.

Timmy won his pool and proceeded to the quarter finals but was prevented from reaching the semis by Sean Wang from Sydney, who Timmy had previously beaten in the play-offs for the Bruce Cup. ‘It was a tough first set with nothing in it and it looked as though Timmy might have had the edge, but it went to a tie break and

Timmy playing in the state JDS finals. Photo contributed

Sean played it safe and steady in the second set. It was a in the wind,’ Steve said. terrific match to watch!’

‘We knew it would be Timmy has also been chotough to come back from sen to play in the U/14s team there and to his credit Tim- to represent the north coast my continued to play his at- in the Queensland Team tacking game but the wind Carnival at the Queensland accentuated any errors and Tennis Centre to be held in he couldn’t find his way back December.

The Byron Shire Echo November 23, 2016 53

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Mullumbimby High claims High-performance training country NSW chess crown for Byron Bay surf life savers

The kings of NSW country schools chess: (L to R) Oliver Arthur Andrews, Theo Bourgoin, Callum Wilson and Zahi Addis. Photo contributed

A team of four from Mullumbimby High has won the 2016 Country Secondary Schools Chess Competition held in Sydney last week.

In a thrilling end to the tournament the Mullum squad was able to pull just half a point clear of Wollongongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Smiths Hill High to claim the title.

At the end of the final day of competition Mullum needed to win three of its last four games, and when they lost

the first, coach Mike Duffin was ready to settle for second. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;But we won them all from there; the boys did it in style,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; he said. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The team of Callum Wilson, Oliver Arthur Andrews, Theo Bourgoin, all from Year 10, and Zahi Addis, Year 7, had a great year and hope to defend their title next year,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; he said.

Callum and Oliver both went through the year undefeated.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Callum was last to finish on board one and cracked his opponent with only one minute left on his clock,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mike said. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A big part of tournament chess is time management.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The country competition is traditionally dominated by the big Newcastle and Wollongong private or selective schools. At least 136 schools across regional NSW played for the coveted crown.

Mike is a teacher at Mullum High and runs a chess club across terms one to three that is open to all, especially primary school students.

Mike has had a hand in training up Callum and Oliver since they started playing at Durrumbul Primary School when they were about eight years old.

In the past Callum has claimed the Queensland U/14 Championship.

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54 November 23, 2016 The Byron Shire Echo

JRLFC

Caitlin Callahan and Jy Timperley from Byron Bay SLSC were among 28 of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emerging water athletes who ramped up their preparation for summer at the 2016 Senior Performance Academy.

The three-day program held at the Sydney Academy of Sport was an opportunity for surf life savers to come together and fine-tune their skills in a high-performance environment.

During the program the life savers participated in training sessions, technical analysis, education sessions and team-building exercises with some of the most formidable minds on the Surf Sport circuit.

Australian Life Saving head coach Danny Short, the man at the helm of the recent World Championship campaign in the Netherlands, presented a series of lectures on planning, athlete preparation and pathways.

Athlete development is

Jy Timperley (left) in action. Photo contributed

an important focus for SLS NSW, according to development officer Tim Piper.

He was delighted with the successful staging of the Senior Performance Academy. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;All the athletes who attended have been identified by their clubs and branches as capable of making that step up to the next level of competition,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tim said. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Senior Performance

Academy is a great stepping stone to higher honours. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure that everyone who attended gained a lot out of the experience,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; he said.

Those selected to attend already boast impressive resumes with NSW and Australian medallists counted among them. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;They will come away from the weekend full of additional confidence,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tim said.

Fundraiser aims to make it back-to-back Adaptive Surfing World Titles for locals Friends are organising a fundraiser to help get Mark â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Monoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Stewart and Dave Munk to the World Adaptive Surfing Titles in America. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;So stoked that our local community is getting behind

my bid to win back-to-back World Adaptive Titles. Funds raised will also help the whole Australian team,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mark said. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The ISA has included a Teams event this year and hopefully our strong Austral-

ian team can bring home this inaugural trophy as well,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; he said.

The fundraiser is this Saturday 5pm, November 28, at the Railway Hotel in Byron Bay ($20 entry).

Strong fleet battles soft wind Bill Fenelon

A strong tide stymied a fleet of 22 boats and 42 sailors that competed in the Tweed Valley Sailing Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer series on the weekend.

Racing on the Tweed River was frustrating in the light conditions and many boats struggled to overcome the strong flooding tide.

The main race of the day was the second heat of the Tweed River NS14 Championship race that had five boats competing.

First place went to Glen Slight and Karen Vidler, followed across the line by Adam Hurt and Tom Busbridge, with Bill Fenelon with Kynan Luescher coming in third.

All three boats finished within 30 seconds of each other.

With two heats of this

Sailors on the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Radical Planâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; negotiated tough tides in the TVSCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer series last weekend. Photo Tony Caddell

championship now raced, Glen Slight has a good grip on the series with two wins.

Five NS14s, seven Corsairs, five Lasers and two Impulses were joined by three Multihulls to vie for the summer handicap point score.

In a strong showing the handicap win went to Monique Smith, Matt

Andrews and Kate Yeomans on a Corsair.

Monique and her crew, as well as Alison Blatcher and her crew, are heading to the Corsair State Championships, sailed on Lake Cootharabra next fortnight.

Next racing at Fingal Head will be conducted on Sunday December 4.

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Community at work On The Horizon

become community visitors. You will be welcomed, trained and supported to provide friendship to an isolated older person living in an aged-care centre.

Please contact Carrie 07 5524 5799 or 0417 817 680, cbrandon@redcross.org.au.

DEADLINE NOON FRIDAY

Land cookery comp

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

Chem-free landcare Byron Shire Chemical Free Landcare working bee Saturday 26 November, 9am–1pm, at Brunswick Heads Crown Land Reserve site. Full details at byronshirechemicalfreelandcare.org.

Red Cross volunteeers Red Cross is currently recruiting volunteers in the Mullumbimby area to

Mullumbimby Branch of CWA Land Cookery Competition Monday 12 December. Recipes and Rules at https:// cwaofnsw.org.au/cookery.html or phone the land cookery officer Sue 6684 1675.

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 Gem Club street stall

U3A Ballina/Byron

The Byron Gem Club street stall Fri 25 Nov outside the NAB in Jonson St. Rocks, crystals, gems, mineral specimens and quality jewellery for sale.

Enjoy an art-appreciation session at our meeting on 29/11/16 at 10am in the meeting room of the RSL, Mullumbimby.

Visitors welcome. Enquiries 6680 7350.

Visual arts exhibition Byron Community College warmly invites you to our annual end-of-year art exhibition on 25 November 5–8pm at the Laneway studio, Riley Lane (near Chincogan Mowers), Mullumbimby. Works by our Certificate III Visual Arts students.

Who’s the winner?

Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby Melbourne Cup Trifecta winning horse numbers are 17, 13 and 6, so check your tickets and ring the number on the back of the ticket to receive your prize. Thanks to everyone who bought tickets.

Byron Sophia Byron Sophia Philosophical Group: Celebrating Festivals? Understanding the Psychology of Joy. Thursday 24 November, 1–3pm, at Masonic Centre, Byron Bay. Info: Celia 6684 3623.

Ballina Camera Club Ballina Camera Club digital meeting Thursday 24 November, 6.30pm at the Kentwell Community Centre. Enquiries Mark 6686 6915.

Probus Club Brunswick Valley Probus Club meeting 10am Tuesday 6 December at the Ocean

master lithographer Fred Genis.

Shores Country Club. All welcome.

Enquiries Margaret 6680 3316.

Cancer Action Group

Lamington Drive St Paul’s Anglican Church annual Lamington Drive. To place orders please contact Sue 6685 3680.

ABA meeting Australian Breastfeeding Association meets Monday 28 November 10–11.30am at the Hub Church, Rajah Road. A guest speaker will talk about mothers and our emotional needs. Enquiries Jan 0431 477 445.

Powerful Moments Interactive forum about reviving the heart of intimate relationships at Mullumbimby Civic Hall Saturday 3 December, 9am–12pm. Tickets $15, all proceeds to Interrelate.

Lone Goat Gallery

Regular As Clockwork

Landcare

by Ex-Services Club. Info 0432 165 006.

Bangalow Land and Rivercare working bee every Saturday 8.30–10.30am. See www.bangalowlandcare.org.au or call Liz 6687 1309.

Quota Club

DEADLINE NOON FRIDAY

Craft group

Please note that, owing to space restrictions, not all entries may be included each week. Email copy marked ‘Regular As Clockwork’ to editor@echo.net.au.

The Uniting Craft & Social Group meets every Monday 9.30am–2.30pm at the Uniting Church in Carlyle Street, Byron Bay. Bring lunch and whatever else you need. All welcome. Do you prefer patchwork and quilting? Come along on Monday evening same place at 6pm.

Enquiries Tilly 6685 5985.

Spanish conversation

Library fun

Complete Men has regular fortnightly men’s groups on different nights in both Byron and Mullum. Call Tim Fisk 0422 508 533.

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.

#StartupByron

Baby Bounce session Mullumbimby – Tuesday 11.30am, Brunswick Heads – Friday 10.30am, Byron Bay – Friday 10am.

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

No-interest loans

#StartupByron Un-Networking meets the first Thursday of every month, focused on connecting anyone interested in startups or small biz. See startinno. com/events/2015/5/7/startupbyron-unnetworking.

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.

Respite Service

Budgeting Support

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.

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.

Junior chess club

Bush School

The Mullum junior chess club meets after school until 4.45pm Tuesdays in room F4 at Mullumbimby High School. All ages, all standards, encouragement and professional coaching. Ph Mike 6684 6281.

Each Thursday during term time the Brunswick Bush School takes kids 6–13 years out into the bush to learn, grow and connect with each other. Facebook: Brunswick Bush School and email: brunsbushschool@gmail.com.

Bridge club The Brunswick Valley Bridge Club meets every Saturday and Monday at 12.15pm at the Brunswick Heads Bowling Club. Visitors welcomed. For further information/partner ring Phyllis Keyte on 6684 1103.

ESL classes Free English as a Second Language classes in Mullumbimby, suitable for beginners to advanced learners. More info call 0421 796 529 or 6674 7267.

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.

Museums 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

U3A discussion group Brunswick Valley U3A audiovisual discussion group, Thursdays 10am Mullumbim-

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Quota Club of Brunswick Valley meets every 1st Thursday of the month at the Ocean Shores Country Club at 6pm. Ph 0439 733 763 for more info.

A Spanish conversation group meets every Monday evening in Mullumbimby in order to improve language skills and cultural knowledge. Phone Paco 6684 0242.

Men’s Groups

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. Info: Joan Towers 0400 484 419.

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every 2nd, 4th and 5th Monday in Mullumbimby 7–9 pm. Contact Ashni 0439 843 657 or Mani on 0488 433 047.

CoDA Co-dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a worldwide network of groups of men and women learning how to develop and maintain healthy and fulfilling relationships. For more information visit www.codependentsanonymous.org.au or phone 9281 3330.

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.

Meet each Thursdays, 4.30–5.30pm outside Kevin Hogan’s Office, Molesworth St, Lismore. All welcome.

Art Cube Clarice Again by Elaine Norris till 31 November at The Art Cube, Byron Shire Council Foyer, Mullumbimby.

Cancer Action Group Brunswick Valley Cancer Action Group invites those who have assisted the group with their fundraising efforts to their Christmas Break-up at 1.30pm Thursday 24 November at 23 Fern Street, Mullumbimby.

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Bridge Club The Brunswick Valley Bridge Club meets every Saturday and Monday at 12.15pm at the Brunswick Heads Bowling Club.

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A fun, creative and supportive group for girls aged 12–18 every Wednesday 4–6pm at the Byron Youth Service. Contact Lotte 0490 026 840 for details.

ManTime Calling all fellas who as a boy or man went on a Pathways, Making Men or Men2B Rite of Passage camp: weekly Monday night men’s group 7–9.30pm at the CWA Hall Mullum. Email mantime. mullum@gmail.com or call Karim 0403 755 192.

Town Choir Mullum’s Biggest Little Town Choir meets weekly at the Timber Slab factory, Jubilee Ave, Thursdays at 6.30pm. Newcomers welcome.

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 of weekly meetings, phone 0452 074 974 or visit www.slaa.org.au.

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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.

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 and friendship. Rooms are open daily Monday–Saturday 9am–noon.

Mullum CWA Mullumbimby Branch CWA Handicraft Group in the CWA rooms Tincogan Street Mullumbimby each 1st, 3rd and 4th Wednesday of the month throughout 2016. Classes in knitting, crochet, embroidery and sewing are offered. Enquiries Margaret 66842956.

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Mullumbimby Potters & Sculptors at the Community Art 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, 2 Jubilee Ave, Mullumbimby. Enquiries: mullum.potters@ yahoo.com.au

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

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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.

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Lloyd Rees Lithographs till 6 December. Thirty lithographs by renowned Australian artist Lloyd Rees, all printed by

Brunswick Valley Cancer Action Group invites those who have assisted the group with their fundraising efforts to their Christmas Break-up at 1.30pm Thursday 24 November at 23 Fern Street, Mullumbimby.

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1. Texan had dates worked out – two certainties! (5,3,5) 9. Corn? Broad smile hides a … (5) 10. …wild hip coati’s nut! (9) 11. Deadens and selects proclaimed imbeciles (10) 12. Container for fire (4) 14. “Arid odium” said Spooner, requesting a water-based compound (7) 16. Resident study: singular branch of Buddhism (7) 17. Spanish idol turns around staff at morning (7) 19. Pantomime character? Wharf rubbish!

(7) 20. Negative utterances from Arab, perhaps (4) 21. Declare donkey – woman to assess (10) 24. Measure a country’s output (9) 25. Get Yank’s gun to gangster Mick! (5) 26. Let giant belch unrestrained – it’s a task none of the mice wanted! (7,3,3)

1. The only two certain things, according to Benjamin Franklin (5,3,5) 9. Wheat or rice for instance (5) 10. Type of nut used to flavour ice cream (9) 11. Idiots, fools (10) 12. Fire, dismiss (4) 14. Compound containing water, usually in crystal form (7) 16. Resident, inhabitant (7) 17. Bullfighter (7) 19. Pantomime hero, lover of Columbine (7) 20. Negative votes (4) 21. Declare, affirm (10) 24. Output, often as radiation (9) 25. Melbourne underworld figure Mick … (5) 26. Aesop’s fable involving mice proposing an unworkable defence against the enemy (7,3,3)

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1. One might, unfortunately, be in peril – but he’s just begrudging others what he doesn’t want himself!

(3,2,3,6) 2. Warning: Capone with gun! (5) 3. Worker gets rises for acrobatics! (10) 4. Write up melody – divine to the Romans (7) 5. Fought – time America (South) went ahead (7) 6. Take a picture of unknown Charles (1-3) 7. Shun craze – wild for this dog (9) 8. Weird chattering book – well, its stirring up trouble (7,3,4) Last week’s solution N152 13. Ken Glen – the maker of Bermuda shorts, perhaps (4-6) T A L E O F T W O C I O B R R R 15. Myth – rabid, mad hymn to Dionysus! R A R R E S T I N G I (9) F N T P A S 18. Garnaut – popular with one F E E L E R O N E H composer! (7) I T I 19. Pig iron, two atoms of nitrogen inside, C U R A R E A S P I used to make old German coin (7) A I R M N D I R E C T O R I S 22. A new twitch – absurd posture (5) I E Y O 23. Round dance (4) O V E R H E R A I A P R O N M T D A C H R I S

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We’ve printed an excerpt from Jan Barham’s valedictory speech to parliament on pages 16–17. She got a standing ovation from her fellow MPs for her illustrious career, one which was about caring for the environment, rather than setting up her chances as a consultant for a mining company, which seems to be the go these days. Rock on, Jan. Q Q Q Q

Local activist and psychonaut Dean Jefferys, dressed in a shark costume, almost caught the premier for backflips, Mike Baird, in a net at the protest in Ballina last Friday. Apparently one of Mike’s minders tried to have Jefferys arrested for ‘insulting the premier’ but the police, sensibly enough, merely issued a caution. Backlash can attest from personal experience that some polly minders can be very self-important and officious – ‘dressed in a little brief authority’, as Shakespeare had it in Measure for Measure.

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Each to their own taste, but for Backlash, among the best gigs at the Mullum Music Festival were Bread & Butter, in which different musicians jammed with each other – even a Dolly Parton number got a look-in – and the amazing virtuosity of the Fourplay String Quartet. There was plenty to be enjoyed free in the streets, too.

If you missed out this year, make sure you put it in your calendar for 2017.

The soothing classical strains in Aj Hickling’s popup concert hall a vacant block halfway between the Civic Hall and the high school provided a wonderful rest stop for the weary punter at the Mullum Music Festival. Aj is here assisted by the fabulous Danidoo Butterfly, right. Photo Jeff ‘Tickle My Ivories’ Dawson

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tive scientist Donald Hoffman in The Atlantic, wherein he argues that the world is

nothing like the one we experience through our senses: http://theatln.tc/2eLE5gp.

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Aboriginal trackers were put in an invidious position when they were used to track down their own mob, but much good work was done finding bushrangers and people lost in the bush. Now at last NSW Police is honouring these highly skilled trackers with the website ‘Pathfinders: the History of NSW Aboriginal Trackers’ at http://pathfindersnsw.org.au/nsw-aboriginal-trackers. If the western capitalist economy goes to the dogs, we may be needing 40,000 years of Indigenous skills to help us survive.

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A special elephant stamp to Nats MP Ben Franklin, aided no doubt by immense pressure from residents, for persuading education minister Adrian Piccoli to cancel the sale by auction of Lot 60 Beech Drive at Suffolk Park.

‘Evolution has shaped us with perceptions that allow us to survive. They guide adaptive behaviours. But part of that involves hiding from us the stuff we don’t need to know.’ Here’s a little brain-stretcher from cogni-

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