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The D’Cruz family took part in Saturday’s Indian night at the Bruns Picture House. Pictured are Priya, Tiki and Suni, while in the back are Zerina, Edna, Shamila and Mahlia. Photo Jeff Dawson Paul Bibby

Watching the Bollywood Sisters dip and shimmy their way through a pulsing Indian dance number, it’s hard to believe they were once disconnected from their cultural heritage. ‘That aspect of our culture was swept off the map,’ says one half of the duo, Zerina Millard, of growing up in country Victoria and Canberra. ‘I didn’t even realise I had brown skin until I was 10 or 11 or something like that.’ ‘Mum always cooked curries but that was about it.’ More than two decades on, Zerina and Shamila have not only embraced their Indian heritage, they are sharing it with hundreds of others in the community through Bollywood dance.

On Saturday night as their proud mother Edna and dance-loving children watched on, the sisters brought a little bit of Mumbai to the Shire for Bruns Goes Bollywood at the Brunswick Picture House. A sell-out audience feasted on curry and danced their way through English-language Bollywood film Bride and Prejudice. Zarina and Shamila performed multiple times throughout the night and got the audience’s shoulders bouncing.

Mountain of love ‘It was one of my favourite gigs to date – there was just a mountain of love coming from the audience,’ Zerina says. ‘People were dancing and everyone was coming up to us and asking

when our classes were on.’ The duo’s mum, Edna D’Cruz, has been a mainstay at her daughter’s shows from the beginning and is deeply proud that they are bringing contemporary Indian dance to the community. After coming to Australia with her 11 sisters and brothers in 1968 from Kerala in southern India, Ms D’Cruz married and, about a decade later, started a family. Zerina moved to the Shire in 2000 and the rest of the close-knit family weren’t far behind. ‘We’re a very close family – basically where the kids go, we follow,’ Ms D’Cruz said. ‘At 15, 16 they wouldn’t even touch spicy food! Now I’m watching my grandchildren doing Bollywood dancing. It’s beautiful.’

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A two-storey affordable housing proposal between Council’s carpark and the Mullumbimby Community Preschool would see six of the twenty-five one-bedroom units be ‘affordable’ in perpetuity, according to North Coast Community Housing (NCCH). The DA for Railyard, which is on council-owned land, is on public exhibition until October 11. The Echo understands that a heritage precedent for affordable housing was set by the casting vote of Greens mayor Simon Richardson last year, when a similar, smaller proposal was approved on Station Street. NCCH’s CEO John McKenna told The Echo their proposal goes beyond state legislation, which requires a ten-year guarantee that 20 per cent of any affordable housing project be ‘affordable.’ ‘Our financial projections are based on holding the social and affordable housing units for the life of the complex; our projections go out to 30 years,’ he said. As for price, McKenna said, ‘Our financial projections were based on renting two of the six units we will retain as affordable housing at 80 per cent of market rent of $375, so we would be offering these at $300 per week. The four social housing units will be rented to applicants on the NSW housing waitlist when the project is completed. These units would be rented at 25 per cent of their income, typically this would be approximately $95 per week

from their pension.’ Asked how the proposal would maintain the heritage of the town, McKenna replied, ‘The site is within the Mullumbimby Conservation Area (MCA) and is adjacent to the Council buildings.’

Heritage ‘The concept design complies with the standards and criteria set out in the Byron DCP 2014 for infill development in the MCA and demonstrates respect to the heritage context in terms of sympathetic form, scale, bulk, design, and materials. The proposal is sympathetic to the “local character” of Station Street and will not adversely impact on the broader heritage values of the Mullumbimby Conservation Area. It will enhance the understanding of the history of the site through not only its built form and use of materials but proposed public interpretation devices (yet to be developed).’ Asked if he supports the plans, Mayor Richardson told The Echo, ‘I haven’t seen the absolute details but it is certainly a better outcome than previously, where we were going to lose the tree and only get a few blocks that would have sold for large sums. They are putting in affordable housing in perpetuity, beyond what is required and providing muchneeded smaller dwellings in a market that is filled with large houses, but I am concerned at the prices.’ Q Full story on www.echo.net.au

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Tackling cheap, fast fashion Ever wondered what the average Australian discards in textiles and clothes in one year? Apparently between 23 and 27kg. That’s one helluva haul of jeans, tops, frocks, socks and undies as local clothing brand BAY Active found out last Saturday. BAY Active’s founder Helen O’Carroll said, ‘We wanted to know what that looked like, so we built a wall of waste using clothing eagerly donated by local op shops.’ ‘Both of the op shop managers we interviewed expressed exasperation at the sheer volume of what they have to process daily. Both managers said the vast majority of donations these days was cheap, fast fashion’. This volume of cheap fashion costs these charities millions of dollars annually to manage and redirect, she says.

Shift the mindset O’Carroll aims to shift the current mindset on what value means to us as consumers and is encouraging us to ask our brands the big question – ‘Who makes our clothes?’ After spending decades in the fashion industry and studying at Sydney College of the Arts, O’Carroll has owned retail stores in Byron Bay for more than 15 years. She says, ‘I must be a bit of a slow learner, because it wasn’t until I did the maths backwards on some of the fast-fashion brands I was selling that I realised the makers were being paid not dollars but cents per garment’. ‘Although we know the re-

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ality of our living costs are vastly different to those of developing countries, few of these brands could confirm they were paying a minimum living wage to their makers. ‘In fact, it proved almost impossible to find out what was being made where, as the garment industry is so layered.’

Bangladesh Rana Plaza disaster ‘When the Rana Plaza disaster occurred in Bangladesh, I remember seeing it on TV, but then heard nothing more. More than 1,100 people lost their lives in that tragedy, making fast fashion for the western world. Garment workers need protection and certified environments. ‘Fast fashion is toxic. It relies on volume – cheap petroleumbased fabrics poorly made to satisfy the whims of compul-

sive, mindless buying habits. ‘BAY Active is a brand of basics, active and yoga wear made in a size range of 6–18 in organic cotton, bamboo, regenerated fabrics and ‘dead stock’ fabrics, otherwise bound for landfill. ‘Our business model is 100 per cent transparent with factory certifications from field to finished product that offer

protection of human beings and our planet.’ Come and check out the Wall of Waste at 13 Banksia Drive Byron Arts & Industry Estate. The official launch of the BAY Active store is Friday October 13 from 4pm till 10pm. For more info call 0412 707 911 or visit the website www.bayactive.com.au.

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CPR reminder and correction Cr Sarah Ndiaye says last week’s Echo incorrectly stated on page three that family and ambulance performed lifesaving CPR on a three-yearold girl after she was discovered in the Brunswick River on Saturday October 23. As a witness, she says, ‘It was local community members who jumped in to assist and bring her back to life.’ ‘[The girl] was gone for a long time (at least eight min-

utes from what I can work out) and it’s miraculous what they were able to do. So to all of the people who helped out however they could, thank you. ‘It was a harrowing experience for all involved and you need to be acknowledged. ‘I hope it serves as a reminder to many of how valuable it is to have people in the community skilled in first aid and CPR. Update your skills ASAP.’

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Local News Many happy returns, Newie Markets!

Frances Jankowski, Larry Dixon and Di Wilson braved Tuesday morning’s precipitation to celebrate the New Brighton Farmers Market, which is now a decade old. Photo Jeff Dawson

National Parks host 50th anniversary family day Everyone is invited to connect with local culture, history and nature during the National Parks and Wildlife Service’s 50th anniversary on Sunday October 8 at the Byron Bay lighthouse. Local national parks include Arakwal, Cape Byron, Broken Head, Tyagarah, Brunswick Heads and Julian Rocks Nguthungulli. From 5.30am there will be a free bus running to and from the Cape Byron Lighthouse from Lighthouse Road

adjacent to Clarkes Beach carpark. The lighthouse carpark and road will be closed to vehicle access during the event.

Sunrise yoga A sunrise yoga class will be held from 6.30am with Flo Fenton. Please BYO yoga mat and towel/blanket. Breakfast will be available at the Lighthouse Cafe from 6am and there will be a barbecue from 8am. After an Arakwal Welcome to Country at 9.30am, there will be entertainment

from 10am till 2.30pm, with face painting, music by Bradley Stone, children’s games and lighthouse tours. The Northern Rivers Wildlife Carers will have a display and there will be plastic-free workshops by Plastic Free Byron, and Arakwal Aboriginal art workshops. The closing ceremony will be held at 2.30pm. For more information visit www.nationalparks.nsw.gov. au or call the NPWS Byron Coast office on 6620 9300.

Ballina turns 900 homes on to recycled water Mullum Show ambassador closes Oct 6 More than 900 properties terways. But with recycled used for drinking, cooking within Ferngrove, River Oaks, Ballina Heights housing estates and North Ballina are now connected to recycled water. Ballina Council’s manager water and wastewater Bridget Walker said recycled water is ‘safe and crystal clear, cheaper to use and, as our shire continues to grow, key to meeting future water demands.’ ‘Traditionally, water is used only once, treated and discharged into local wa-

water the valuable resource can be reused multiple times, which reduces demands on our precious drinking water.’ She says recycled water undergoes a rigorous treatment process before being supplied to dual-reticulated homes through purple-coloured pipes and taps. ‘Recycled water can be used for irrigating gardens, washing pets, flushing toilets and the cold washingmachine tap, but cannot be

or bathing.’ She adds that recycled water was initially launched in 2016 to Lennox Head households and was the first service of its kind in regional NSW. Since then its usage has saved hundreds of megalitres of precious drinking water. ‘In the last financial year, residents, businesses and farmers used 416 megalitres of recycled water – that’s the equivalent of 166 Olympic swimming pools.’

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It used to be only for showgirls, but the Mullumbimby Show Society is opening up what is now to all girls and boys this year at its 110th annual Mullumbimby Show. Known as the Mullumbimby Show Rural Youth Ambassador competition, now everyone can enjoy the experience of representing their local community over the weekend of November 11 and 12. ‘The Mullumbimby Show Rural Youth Ambassador is a fun competition aiming to find a young person suitable to act as an ambassador for rural NSW,’ said show secretary Tanja Branson. ‘It’s not about outer beauty, it’s not about prettiest outfit – it’s about having fun, getting involved in your local agricultural show, sharing what you love about Mullumbimby as a young person and meeting new friends while having the opportunity to win great prizes.’ The competition is split into three categories: junior is for 6–10-year-olds, teen is for 11 – 17-year-olds and senior is

for 18 – 25 year old. All the junior entrants will get free entry to the show, a free ride pass for a go on all the fun rides, and get to join in the truck parade. The winners of the teen and senior competitions will head to the zone finals in 2018 and the teen winner will receive $200 donated by Bransons Rural Services.

Prizes on offer The senior winner gets $500 sponsored by Southern Cross Credit Union and a chance to go on to Sydney for the zone finals and compete for $10,000. The senior runner-up gets $100 sponsored by Simply Sheer Hair and Beauty. Tanya continued, ‘The contestants are judged on personality, confidence, ambition and life goals. Finalists are asked to demonstrate knowledge of their local community and current affairs and are also judged on their involvement and experience of rural affairs.’ If you are interested in getting involved and would like to find out more, get along

to the information night that is being held at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club on Wednesday October 4 from 6.30pm. It is free to enter the competition and entries close on Friday October 6. Entry forms are available from Mullumbimby Newsagency, or email secretary@mullumbimbyshow.org.au. If you aren’t planning to enter the competition then you can pick up membership to the Mullumbimby Show Society that will give you free entry to the show on both days. Adults are $15 and children $7.50 so keep an eye out for the show table in Mullumbimby from Monday October 9 that will magically appear at different spots around town at times most likely to pique your interest. If you are buying tickets on the day, under-six are free, it will be $5 for 6–16-year-olds and $10 per day for an over 16-year-olds. For more information check out their website www. mullumbimbyshow.org.au/ programs/childrens-competitions.

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About a third of the approximately 150 Watego extended family members got together at Kingscliff last weekend. Three generations ago, the family farmed bananas on the slopes below the Byron Lighthouse. Photo Jeff ‘Bananas Since 1986’ Dawson

Good at solving riddles? Grab some friends, make a team, register online or on the day and come join the biggest allages scavenger hunt, called Byron Quest on October 14. It’s now in it’s fourth year, and co-organiser Chad Kolcze from the Uncle Project says the event grew from a desire to get everyone away from their screens and be a part of community. ‘It’s in conjunction with Byron Youth Service and Byron Youth Theatre,’ he says. Chad says, ‘We’ve had such a positive response from businesses, most of whom were involved last year. We’re really grateful to Australia Post for the Under-12s’ major prizes (six hampers of goodies) and to Flight Centre for the second major prize for the open category. We thank all donors for the consolation second and third prizes in

both divisions and businesses who have contributed.’ Teams are sent on a race to solve the given clues, which will have them interacting, performing, laughing, asking, answering, sharing, fossicking and more, taking them to community sites and businesses around town to complete tasks in the shortest time. The Quest will commence with registration from 8am at Future Dreamers HQ, located at 24 Marvell Street, Byron. ‘Four Uncle Project teams, consisting of men and boys are already registered and energised to play,’ says Chad. Berri, who is the Byron Flea Market organiser, said, ‘Get some friends together and form a team of four to six people, any age, and register at www.byronquest.com for just $5 for the whole team, as soon as possible.’

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The response to the 2017 Splendour community grants callout was their biggest yet, say organisers. Each year Splendour in The Grass festival, held at Yelgun, provides cash donations to local community groups. More than $500,000 has been distributed throughout Byron Shire since 2000, say organisers. This year’s community organisations that will benefit from grant money include Lions Club of Brunswick-Mullumbimby, the Brunswick Heads Girl Guides, COREM Mullumbimby, The Uncle Project, Lone Goat Gallery Byron Bay, the Elysium Project and the Ocean Shores Primary School. Splendour in the Grass

donates $1 from every event ticket sold, with this year’s total of $32,500 being distributed among local groups and services. This year Splendour say they also raised more than $65,000 through their Northern Rivers Flood Relief Fundraiser, which was distributed equally among the flood affected Tweed, Lismore and Byron Shires. Splendour co-producers Jessica Ducrou and Paul Piticco said, ‘We’re thrilled to be a part of a passionate and caring community that has so many important initiatives and groups. Splendour has called the Byron Shire home for the last 17 years, and we’re extremely proud to be able to give back to the local community.’

With the Nude Olympics said to be celebrating their inaugural Byron event on October 7, questions around the relationship between nudity, clothesoptional beaches and sexual assault have raised their head. Back in 1998, Byron Shire Council declared a clothesoptional section of beach from Tyagarah’s Grays Lane walking track for approximately 1.3km towards Byron Bay. The area does not include the Tyagarah Nature Reserve that starts at the high-tide mark, meaning that the clothes-optional area does not include the dunes or the tea-tree lakes. The Grays Lane end of the clothes-optional area and the tea-tree lakes have had longrunning issues with sexual

assault, harassment and public sex acts. Two reported sexual assaults were reported a few months ago, one at Tyagarah and one at Belongil. Councillor Paul Spooner told The Echo, ‘I have been very concerned lately about the deteriorating situation at Tyagarah.’ ‘There have been a number of sexual assaults. Local residents have been making ongoing complaints about the inappropriate sexual behaviours of visitors to the area. While I am not against clothes-optional bathing on our beaches, it seems blatantly clear to me that the isolated location at Tyagarah has encouraged negative social behaviour and has made the location undesirable for most people to now use as a

public beach. ‘After discussing the issue with local residents, National Parks and Council staff, I will be moving a motion at the next meeting of Council to revoke Council’s clothesoptional declaration for this section of the beach.’ While naked swimming occurs regularly and quietly all over the Shire, many locals avoid the clothes-optional area at Tyagarah because of its reputation. One local woman who doesn’t swim at Tyagarah told The Echo, ‘I went for a swim yesterday morning at the beach and I would have counted about six other people swimming naked. It is just very common.’ ‘I will walk up the beach and find a space to myself and I usually wait for a gap

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Police patrols Brendon Cullen, detective chief inspector and crime manager for the Tweed Byron local area command, told The Echo, ‘We are working with Council and National Parks and Wildlife Services to make the area safer for users.’ He says they are looking to provide safety for all beach users and enforcing the law. Penalties can range from a caution or fine through to an arrest that leads to a court appearance.

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Nearly every type of glass, including crockery and pyrex – is now being recycled as part of the construction of Lismore City Council’s new sewage treatment plant. Byron, Ballina, Richmond Valley and Tenterfield Shires currently send their waste glass to the Lismore recycling centre, says a council spokesperson. ‘The only glass that can’t be recycled is windscreen glass,’ they said. Council contractor Stir-

loch Constructions have recently begun using the recycled glass sand in pipe bedding as part of the $20 million plant in South Lismore. It’s expected that the 80-year-old plant will be transformed into a modern facility, with an increased capacity of 45 per cent. Project engineer Shane Mangan from Stirloch Constructions says, ‘We conducted a number of tests and trials using the material prior to proceeding with its use. Further to this we researched

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A concerted, communitywide effort is essential if the Byron Shire is to rid itself of the pervasive noxious weed camphor laurel, ecologists say. Despite valiant attempts by individual landholders and bush regeneration groups to remove the weed in parts of the Shire, its spread has continued virtually unabated over the past five years. Managing director and principal research scientist of Biolink ecological consultants, Dr Steve Phillips, said, ‘Apart from a few smallscale reforestation programs [camphor] is not being addressed at all really.’ ‘It’s ubiquitous, particularly in the Byron Shire.’ He told The Echo that without a major, long-term push from government and the community, the region’s bushy areas are at risk of becoming little more than homogenous camphor forests. Dr Phillips said, ‘We do quite a lot of vegetation mapping and there’s just a monoculture… one hundred per cent camphor covering hectares and hectares.’ It would take a large-scale, holistic approach to address the blight, he says ‘If you worked from a centre or a core and worked your way out could probably do something,’ he said. ‘But it would require years of dedication.’

Partly integrated Part of the reason why the challenge of camphor laurel is so large, the ecologists said, was that it was that the species was already partly integrated into the local ecosystem. Two native bird species, the white-headed pigeon and the top-knot pigeon, have

come to rely on fruit from the weed as a major part of their food source. Camphor laurel have also created monocultures across large swathes of bushland, which means simply chopping them down affected the entire landscape. Ecologist Damian Licari, told The Echo, ‘Removing a large number of established trees from any single area may have serious impacts in terms of erosion and degradation.’ ‘It’s also not going to get rid of the camphors, because hundreds of seedlings may grow from bank of seed in the soil. And without followup weeding, they’ll just grow back in greater numbers,’ he said.

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Costly to remove Ecologists and regeneration experts have developed effective methods of removing the camphors in such as a way as to ensure that they are replaced with native vegetation. However, these methods are often prohibitively expensive for landholders, upon whom the task of dealing with noxious weeds most often falls. ‘The cost, both in terms of money and time, is such that you really couldn’t expect individual landholders to address it meaningfully,’ Dr Phillips said. ‘For even a relatively small area you’re looking at between $10,000 and $20,000.’ ‘I’ve had a program of removal and replacement at my place, but within two years in the area where I removed ten camphors there were 10,000 seedlings. You’ve got to be constantly vigilant.’ With landholders struggling to address the problem on their own, government help appears essential.

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SUNDAY 8 OCTOBER 2017 6AM–3.30PM Come and connect with local culture, history and nature during the National Parks and Wildlife Service’s 50th Anniversary! Join in celebrating our local national parks: Arakwal, Cape Byron, Broken Head, Tyagarah, Brunswick Heads and Julian Rocks Nguthungulli.

THINGS TO SEE AND DO x Arakwal Welcome and then sunrise yoga class at 6:30am by Flo Fenton. Please BYO yoga mat and towel/blanket. x Breakfast is available for purchase at the Lighthouse Café from 6am, BBQ at 8am, morning tea at 10am and normal menu from 12pm including lunch, coffee and famous icecreams.

x Arakwal Welcome to Country at 9:30am. You are invited to celebrate this golden milestone at the Cape Byron Lighthouse with a range of free x Entertainment from 10am to 2.30pm: activities throughout the day. ¾ Face painting by Donna Walker ¾ Children’s games From 5.30am there will be a free bus running to and ¾ Lighthouse tours from the Cape Byron Lighthouse from Lighthouse ¾ Display by Northern Rivers Wildlife Carers Road adjacent to Clarkes Beach carpark. The ¾ Plastic free workshops by Plastic Free Byron Lighthouse carpark and road will be closed to vehicle ¾ Arakwal Aboriginal art workshops access during the event. ¾ Meet and chat to a Ranger ¾ Music by local performer Bradley Stone FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.NATIONALPARKS.NSW.GOV.AU OR CALL THE NPWS BYRON COAST OFFICE ON 66209300

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Byron Bay Labor held their annual trivia night at the Byron Bay Bowling Club last Friday to a packed audience. This year’s event featured federal deputy Labor leader Tanya Plibersek. Co-organiser David Krippner said Ms Plibersek helped local high school teacher Melinda Smotlak host the trivia rounds. ‘Both Tanya and Melinda share a love for author Jane Austen (as well as their Slovenian heritage). Therefore, it was only fitting that a special Jane Austen round was included, which was a hit with literature-lovers.’ He says the meet-and-greet gave locals the opportunity to raise issues with local MP Justine Elliot and Ms Plibersek.

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Main Arm causeway works in progress Main Arm causeway repair work is underway, say Council staff, for two causeways near the Kohinur Hall after they were closed owing to safety concerns. Byron Shire Council’s manager works Tony Nash said the

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tive arrangements to secure their water supply within the load limit. I understand the reduced load limits are causing some inconvenience but they are necessary to ensure the safety of the people using the causeways.’

Have your say on Crown land management The Department of Industry – Crown Lands and Water has extended the deadline for Crown land managers, tenure holders and the community to have their say on the draft Crown Land Management Regulation 2017.

The department says it is ‘new, simplified legislation governing Crown land management and consultation is important to ensure it is fit for purpose.’ ‘The draft regulation provides guidelines and rules on the use, management

and vesting of Crown land, and covers fees, penalty-notice offences and other important administrative matters.’ Submissions are open until Sunday October 15. Visit www.crownland.nsw. gov.au for more info.

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the causeways because this will allow us to more quickly remove the load limits on the causeways.’ The five-tonne load limits need to remain in place, he says, ‘and residents will need to continue to make alterna-

Keith Williams says restoring the Richmond River was the reason he first entered politics and now he is in a position to realise that dream. The Ballina Shire councillor, who was elected deputy mayor last week, was also elected as the new chairman of Rous County Council. Rous County Council has responsibility for bulk water supply for Byron, Ballina, Lismore and Richmond Valley Shires, is the weed management authority for the north coast, and undertakes floodplain management for the Richmond River. Cr Williams, who is also the manager of Australian Seabird Rescue and ran as a former NSW Labor preselection candidate, said the Richmond

Ballina Shire councillor Keith Williams is the new Rous County Council chairman.

River remains his top priority. ‘I thought the river couldn’t get any worse when I started on this campaign, but then nearly all the natural oysters in the estuary died two years ago and we knew that the situation was dire and we urgently needed practical solutions to address the decline,’ he said.

As a Ballina councillor, he pushed for the creation of the council’s Healthy Waterways Program that will contribute $300,000 each year to projects aimed at restoring the health of the river. But he said the project was doomed to fail unless other councils also stepped up. ‘As the organisation responsible for managing floodgates and the historical draining of swamps to convert them to farmland, Rous County Council is the key player needed at the table,’ he said. He said the work of individual councils and non-government organisations such as the Richmond River chapter of OzFish needs to be supported by bodies such as Rous. ‘As chairperson, I will focus on ensuring that we maintain the communication

and collaboration between all the players needed for effective action. ‘I will also be communicating to the state government the urgency of the situation and their responsibility to provide funding to support the on-ground works that are being undertaken.’ Cr Williams thanked his colleagues for their support and said his election was an indication of the goodwill and commitment of councillors throughout the region to effective action on the Richmond. ‘I hope that in 20 years’ time, when the fish have returned and commercial oysters flourish, we will look back and see 2017 as the year we changed course, when we stopped just talking about the problems and started to take action.’

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Wildspace opens October 8 The Mullumbimby Commons is proud to announce the official opening of Wildspace on October 8. This new learning space will be a place where the community can participate ‘as learners and teachers in just about any area of interest people care to explore.’ Organisers say the main objectives of the joint project are to reimagine learning and education and to unite change-makers. ‘The Commons’, more recently known as Little Shearwater at 91 Main Arm Road, has been a ‘living and breathing’ intentional community since January 2017.

Reimagine learning Australia’s first Agile Learning Centre, a homeschool resource centre providing a child-led, self-directed environment, is preparing to open on the site in January 2018. One of Wildspace’s three co-ordinators Juli Gassner says ‘We aim to provide a space for experiences ranging from activism to artistic expression, from body

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movement to community gardening, from potlucks to wild ideas sessions, from conscious cinema to women’s and men’s circles.’ ‘One of our key ideas is to share gift culture with the community. Hence, most of the experiences will be offered as gifts with voluntary donation.’ Activities for the grand opening – which promises to be a ‘12-hour grand fiesta’

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– include co-created art, fun games, clowning and social sports, mind games and political intrigue and music and

dinner by the fire. Juli can be contacted on 0404 636 252 for more info, or see the website wildspace.net.au.

Clarification of food labelling story Last week’s article Is it Really Made in Byron? A Closer Look at Food Labelling incorrectly stated that Byron Bay Chilli Co chips are made in New Zealand from Spanish cornflour. The company told The Echo the product is made from New Zealand corn. The article also incorrectly stated that the Byron Bay Chilli Co’s chillies come from the southern US and Mexico. The company told The Echo their chillies come from Central America.

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Local News Market site proposed Stories in the club by Leagues Club returns October 8 A development application (DA) for monthly Sunday markets at the Mullum Leagues Club on Manns Road is open for public comment. Proposed by the club, the DA says hours of operation would be 1pm till 9pm during warmer months (September to April) while in the cooler months (May till August), it run from 9am till 2pm. The DA reads, ‘It is anticipated that up to 2,000 patrons will attend the monthly mar-

kets. Patrons will have access to the toilet facilities within the existing clubhouse. The operator will engage a waste contractor to remove waste from organics, recycling and rubbish bins temporarily placed within the site.’ The Mullum Leagues Club say up to 80 stallholders would be accommodated, ‘plus 15 food stalls.’ The DA is available at www. byron.nsw.gov.au/development-applications/2017/477/1.

Education provider Envirotech open day October 17 An education provider that focuses on combining sustainability with technology will be holding its open day October 17 at 27/33 Childe Street, Byron Bay. Envirotech say they are ‘one of only three education institutions that offers a Diploma of Sustainable Operations and now the only one in Australia with a focus on combining sustainability with technology.’ While the campus attracts international students, potential local students are encouraged to come and look at

the available courses. Environmental consultant and marine biologist Roberta Beltaro devised the sustainability course and says there is strong demand for sustainability managers across all industries. ‘It’s one of the few jobs that will enjoy continuing demand across all industries, and will have a flow-on effect in tertiary education with an influx of students studying sustainability science,’ he said. For more information visit www.envirotech.edu.au.

This month’s stories in the club will feature Athol Compton, Zenith Virago, Paul Josif, Gabby le Brun, John Imbrogno and Jenni Cargill-Strong. Athol Compton is a local traditional custodian and former screen actor, who tells traditional and contemporary tales. Athol will share the modern tale of the ancient banshee Dirrangan. Deathwalker Zenith Virago will share a tale about what death teaches about living life to the fullest. Paul Josif of the Ngara Institute worked for many years in health in Aboriginal communities in northern Australia and will explain his part in making a documentary of the Pintubi people in the Western Desert.

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Heritage Park tours Oct 14 As part of the Big Scrub Rainforest Day on Saturday, October 14, tours will be held from 1 till 4pm through Mullumbimby’s Heritage Park. Guest speakers are Dr Joanne Green and Justin Mallee, who is threatened-species project officer from the Saving our Species program.

‘This is a chance to visit the park to see the new plantings that might be suitable for your own native garden and find out how to care for them,’ said Heritage Park landcare co-ordinator Diana Hughes. To book, call Alison on 6626 7028.

Casino earmarked for $51m medicinal cannabis farm Darren Coyne

A Canadian company has announced it wants to build a one-million-square-foot greenhouse operation near Casino to grow medicinal cannabis. PUF Ventures Inc announced last week that it had entered into a purchase option agreement with Richmond Valley Council for a 27-hectare parcel of land on which to construct the $51 million facility. PUF president Derek Ivany said that under the agreement, the council would provide the land for no cost for five years, with an option for the company to purchase the

land on ‘favourable terms’ after the fifth year. Richmond Valley Council general manager Vaughan MacDonald said, ‘We are very excited by the prospect of working with international company PUF to support the development of this important new industry.’ ‘[This will] will significantly add to our gross regional product, create approximately 300 direct new jobs in our local economy and lead to other follow-on local and regional employment opportunities,’ Mr Mcdonald said. ‘This locally supported project will go a long way to meet our commitment to re-

duce unemployment through economic development and improve the prosperity of our community. We look forward to working closely with PVA to bring this project to reality and working to create a new agricultural industry of medicinal cannabis in our region and across Australia.’ At full scale, the new facility will have the capacity to support annual production of 100,000 kilograms of high-quality cannabis, which equates to an associated annual revenue generation potential of between C$800 million and C$1.1 billion. The company hopes to begin production within 12 months.

Nimbin lane boy sentenced to home detention Rodney Stevens

A Nimbin ‘lane boy’ who pleaded guilty to taking part in the supply of cannabis at Rainbow Lane during 2016 has been ordered to serve seven months home detention. Rye Lewis Levy was one of 36 people arrested in June

2016 after Richmond Local Area Command police formed Strike Force Cuppa to investigate the supply of cannabis in Rainbow Lane. Covert video surveillance of activities at Rainbow Lane was filmed by police after they successfully applied for a Supreme Court warrant in Janu-

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$50b scrambled NBN egg If you are to believe a parliamentary inquiry into the NBN rollout released September 29, it appears a complete disaster. The 210 page National Broadband Network (NBN) report by the Joint Standing Committee contains 23 recommendations, and essentially validates what experts have long argued. Since the Liberals took control of the project from Labor in 2013, technologies to deliver the project diverged to accommodate their desire to reign in cost. As communications minister, Malcolm Turnbull argued at the time that speeds would be adequate with a mix of antennas, satellites and fibre to the node, which is basically a junction point on a street. Labor’s original project was to deliver fibre to the home. The report says, ‘The decision to deliver the NBN through a multi-technology mix was a policy shift that occurred with the election of the coalition government in 2013. Prior to that, NBN was rolling out a fixed-line network using fibre-to-thepremises technology.’ The recommendations are to complete as much as possible of the remaining fixed-line network using fibre to the curb/ kerb (FTTC) at a minimum, or fibre to the premises (FTTP). Additionally NBN should be required ‘to produce a costed plan and timetable under which that would be achieved.’ An independent audit and assessment of the long-term assumptions underpinning NBN’s financial projections and business case is also recommended. In reply, the peak body representing the interests of internet users said they ‘applauded the work of the Joint Standing Committee on the NBN.’ Internet Australia’s executive director Laurie Patton said, ‘The way we’re heading now, whoever is in office in 2020 will have to deal with our biggest ever national infrastructure debacle. NBN Co will owe the government circa $19 billion, which it is having to borrow to complete the rollout, and within five to ten years will have to fund an expensive replacement of FTTN. No-one seems to know how many billions this will cost. It’s not provided for in the NBN Co business plan.’ ‘The Joint Standing Committee is correct. We need to abandon the FTTN rollout immediately.’ The NBN project – one of Australia’s most ambitious and biggest infrastructure rollouts – illustrates that the Liberal/Nationals are no better economic managers than Labor. In this case, it appears a lot worse. Unfortunately Labor have not committed to reversing the terrible mistakes that thencommunications minister Malcolm Turnbull made, claiming it would be too costly. The egg has well and truly been scrambled on this one. Hans Lovejoy, editor News tips are welcome: editor@echo.net.au

ell it was not exactly watertight – or perhaps gastight. The deal which Malcolm Turnbull announced last week after yet another talkfest with the major gas suppliers ended with a lot of reassurances (from our prime minister, at least) but nothing that could be described as a binding commitment. The three big exporters – Shell, Origin and Santos – agreed that they would reserve some supplies for domestic users over the next two Australian summers to offset what may or may not become serious shortfalls for a couple of years. The idea, apparently, is that they will hold some of the gas they had hoped to sell on the spot market – their existing contracts for gas exports are apparently already locked in. This will be then made available for the gas retailers to purchase at, presumably, whatever price the market will bear. Which is one of the many catches in what Turnbull now claims as a breakthrough, although it sounded suspiciously like a similar meeting with the same players some months ago. The idea then, and now, was that unless the gas moguls could be persuaded to play ball, the government would take out the big stick: it would legislate for compliance, so the moguls would do better to cop it sweet. And obviously, after considerable arm twisting, and after getting the best advice possible from their well resourced lawyers and accountants, they agreed – well, up to a point. So they will swear, hand on wallet, that if there are to be blackouts in the coming months, they will not be their fault. Which leads to the ques-

tion: If the worst happens and there are blackouts, whose fault will it be? Turnbull, of course, has the answer – or, rather, the answers: it’s Bill Shorten and the Labor Party – they may have left office four years ago, and the coalition government has done bugger all to fix the problems since, but blame Blackout Bill. Or blame the states, or renewables, or the rapacious power companies, but don’t blame us.

But in one sense, that is the easy bit. Most consumers do not lay awake at nights worrying that the lights will go out or the stove will run out. They assume that the supply will be more or less reliable and if there are occasional outages, they will be repaired quickly and efficiently. They will whinge if they are not – let’s face it, they will whinge in any case, and they will whinge more if they feel

Newspolls will roll on towards the final third of their journey towards Turnbull’s fateful 30th failure by Mungo MacCallum But this formula was looking pretty threadbare even before last week, and now it has been blown away entirely, because Turnbull has given an assurance, a guarantee, a solemn promise: he has solved the impasse. So now he owns the solution he has brokered, and if anything goes wrong he will be held responsible. And this will apply even if it is the kind of unforseen and unforeseeable weather events that paralysed South Australia’s grid all those months ago. Turnbull still likes to claim the blackout was caused by the negligence of the state government and the reckless reliance on renewables – which was in fact a very minor part of the reason for the blackout, but so what. The point is that he has no excuses left, which was always going to be the case anyway. Having declared it an emergency, a crisis, he has run out of options: having claimed to have resolved it, he now has to deliver.

that Turnbull has, yet again, let them down. But the blackouts our prime minister has been harping on about are an aberration. What is inevitable, the bit they really resent, is the regular accounts, which rise constantly, apparently regardless of anything governments, federal or state, are able to do. Turnbull proclaims the three pillars of reliability, sustainability and affordability, but while the first has been on hold more or less indefinitely while the coalition party rooms sort out their differences and he has declared victory on the second, the third – the elephant that arrives in the letterbox every month or so – remains intractable. Turnbull has admitted this, which is why he has now abandoned his free-enterprise mantra extolling the need for government intervention on almost every level. So he snarls at AGL and its CEO Andy Vesey for their perfectly rational decision to wind down the ancient

and unreliable Liddell plant and relace it with something more modern and efficient – and, of course, profitable. But it is not just AGL: it is the whole industry. So when Shell, Origin and Santos sit down to work out how to pay for the ultimatum Turnbull has demanded, they are not likely to make their first priority finding ways to lose money. And there is no reason why they should: if they are simply going to switch their gas reserves from export to domestic sales, it should not cost them anything. In fact, they may make a small margin on the deal, in spite of the ballyhoo about transparency that Turnbull hopes will bring in a brave new world of competition. What is almost certain is that retail prices will not go down, and this means that the consumers’ hip-pocket nerves will not be assuaged, and that means that the politics of the situation are unlikely to improve in spite of last week’s announcement, and that means that the disastrous Newspolls will roll on towards the final third of their journey towards Turnbull’s fateful 30th failure. Once again Turnbull has found an answer – at least a sort of one, assuming everything goes according to plan – but it is not the answer to the question the voters are asking: When are we going to get some relief from soaring prices and stagnant wages? And when are you, the leader we endorsed so enthusiastically more than two years ago, going to stop complaining that it is all everyone else’s fault and face up to the fact that the buck – our buck as well as yours – stops here? Making deals is all very well, but if they aren’t the right deals, you have to ask what’s the point.

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An Apology Dear Community, National Parks and RFS volunteers, My name is Luke Hamilton, and I would personally like to take this opportunity to express my sincere apologies to everyone who has been affected by the recent fire in the Upper Main Arm and surrounding areas for which I am responsible. On 19th August I was camping at the top of the property commonly known as Funkey Forest, when my campfire unexpectedly got out of control. I am deeply sorry that my actions have resulted in con-

siderable destruction to the native fauna and flora of the area, as well as the thousands of man hours that have been involved in containing this fire. I have certainly learned the hard way how easy it is to lose control of a campfire. Thank you to the volunteers of the RFS who worked tirelessly to contain the fire and protect property, the helicopter service, local residents and friends, and NSW National Parks. I am so grateful that no people were hurt, and no property sustained any major damage during the fire.

This period has been emotionally challenging for me. I have been dealing with my own self-judgment, and the judgment of others. I feel that I have learned many important lessons, and I would like to be able to integrate this difficult period into my life, forgive myself, and continue to serve myself and my community in the best way possible. Luke Hamilton. Main Arm

Made in Byron Twenty-five years ago there was no Byron Bay food movement.

Byron Bay Chilli Company was the first Byron Bay food brand to get registration. Today food products are a vibrant industry across our region. What began in the Byron Bay hinterland back then is now a global range of chilli sauces, corn chips and salsas made not only here and in NZ but under licence in the UK and South Asia. Byron Bay Chilli Co has become synonymous with flavour the world over. At the end of our travels we always come back to our home office in Goonengerry, where it all began and is still based today. It is true we search the world for the best food ingredients. We’ve never hidden where things are made. We make chips in NZ because it’s a GMO-free country. We grind NZ corn grown specifically for them. There is no Spanish cornflour in our chips as mistaken in the Echo article, but Spanish sunflower oil because it’s better. Our business grows every year because we deliver quality foods that provide real alternatives to the internationally owned brands. We are based here, owned here and all the profits stay here. John and Lynne Boland Goonengerry

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Letters continued from page 13 Q Regarding ‘Is it really ‘made

in Byron’ by Paul Bibby, (Echo September 27, 2017). I proudly admit that John Boland is my cousin. I know the Boland family intimately. They are among the finest people I know. They have lived and served the community of Byron Bay for more than 30 years. You only need to ask anyone who knows them. As for their products, Byron Bay should be damn proud to have their name attached. The Byron Bay Chilli Co produces only quality goods.

North Coast news daily: They have the best reputation amongst consumers and the industry worldwide. The fact that the Byron Bay Lighthouse shines out from their packaging on product shelves around the world only reflects credit on our community. If you ask me Byron Bay should be paying John and Lynne an advertising royalty on each and every package. Come on you guys, if you’re looking for tall poppies to tear down look somewhere else. Larry Larstead Ocean Shores

DA Debacle I recently read some information about Development Applications produced by Byron Council. There was much about making sure a new building would match the rest of the streetscape, that it would be set back from the road to allow for space, how it would provide character and visual impact on the streets; how it would retain and enhance the unique character of the Shire, and a million another details. I spoke with a council official unofficially about 47

Belongil Crescent, Byron Bay (Sunrise) and after showing that person a photo of the front of the new project – taken after dark – they expressed much surprise that it was so bright and out of keeping with the whole of Sunrise. They said that Council streetscape evaluations were made in daylight and not checked for night time. In the day, 47 Belongil Crescent is in my opinion out of character with the neighbourhood. It presents a treeless frontage, a two-metre-high concrete fence and a

huge bulk to the street. It has huge white and tan concrete blocks next to its neighbouring townhouse complexes, which have setbacks, trees and space. I took some photos of 43, 45 and 47 Belongil Crescent at the same time at night. Number 47 looks like a spot-lit passenger ship about to sail off to Fiji. It has up-lights set into the grass lighting the brown and white two-metre-high concrete fence and has lighting along the eaves. None of these lights is for safety. If this sort

netdaily.net.au of building in Sunrise continues without lighting assessment, Sunrise will soon look like Las Vegas. How this building got approval for its daytime view from Council is beyond my conception. I have requested that Council inspects this complex in the day, to see whether it is completely unlike anything close by, and to inspect it after dark to see its lighting and notify the developers (from Brisbane) to provide simple safety lighting and get rid of the rest. Raphael Lee Cass Byron Bay

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Noted investigative journalist Alex Mitchell gave an excellent paper at the recent Ngara meeting in Mullumbimbly. He deplored the current state of global/national media reportage, outlined the history of journalism and deplored the future state of democratic journalism. On a positive note he did applaud the rise of independent journalism and the need for communities to be vigorous in support of the same if they wish to be fully informed of relevant issues pertaining to environmental and social imperatives. We learnt that there has never been a Free Press or indeed a Fourth Estate. These titles arose in tandem with the rise of the oligarchs who controlled ‘news’ for massive profit. Having worked for every type of journalistic medium, including the gutter press and Murdoch press (is there a difference?) his lecture, to my mind, related to the current critical insights that are arising out of evaluating the role of neo-liberal practitioners and their profiteering. A relationship does exist between citizens via ideology and the forces and values of the neo-liberal free market economy. It appears subtle but it does indeed leave an imprint on the social soul – somewhat like religion. We only get the ‘slap around the chops’ when we realise that the majority of citizens do not benefit from any type of redistribution of resources that are harnessed by the 10 per cent of the population. Underlying the ideology of neo-liberalism (the ‘free market’) is the mantra ‘Social good is no longer needed’. The only value neoliberalism upholds is its own law. The end result must be profit. Wealth is garnered by continued on page 16

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Letters continued from page 14 the top 10 per cent who have their tax havens and means of avoiding legal/social/economic accountability. Folks say to me ‘It’s all f…d, there is no democracy’. I say get smart and fight back! Yes they are eating our democracy, but we should not yawn in despair. Support your local independent media, be bold and

North Coast news daily: have your say… that’s true democracy! Jo Faith Newtown

Media Matters With great respect – and I do respect the work and perseverance that is entailed in running an (independent) media organisation – I feel your open editorial addressed to Nick Xenophon was a bit rich.

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All media is partial. I have never seen for instance in The Echo any editorial that is even mildly critical of BluesFest or for that matter Splendour. Whoever would bite those hands would probably have their arm bitten off. But on the other hand editorial became somewhat more critical or in some cases non-existent of Byron Shire Council after their advertising passed to the other publication. Some of us understand that all media is partial but it would be prudent not to become too holier than thou by comparison. By the way, the full-page open letter to The Australian in last week’s paper was an interesting exercise. I’m wondering how many people took the trouble to type www.getup.org.au/campaigns/democracy/taking-on-murdochs-lies-1-2 into their browser. There was no link on the GetUp campaign page either. Regarding The Australian, go get the bastards I say! David Hancock Byron Bay Q The Echo has run countless

letters, articles and comment pieces about conservation values, flood safety, koalas, parking, traffic, noise – the

main community concerns about these festivals, whether we agree or not.

Climate Action As the past few months have shown us, climate change is real and destructive. And it’s only going to get worse in the coming years. It is time for Australia to stop spending billions on war machines to kill people in other countries and put a few billion into organisations that can help and protect Australians from (un)natural disasters at home. We need to expand and fund state emergency services, rural fire brigades, hospitals and other local and volunteer organisations and train and equip a decent portion of Australian Defence Forces so that thousands of well trained and equipped fire-fighters and flood specialists can be sent to anywhere in Australia in a matter of days if not hours. Derek Harper Billinudgel

Legal Wrangling Regarding the article by lawyer Cameron Bell. It must take a highly qualified legal mind to present a judgment that a ‘headbuttee’

is the person responsible for the headbutt, rather than the ‘headbuttor’. And Mr Bell, if you are indeed a witness to the debilitating effects of violence on victims, the court of public opinion would not consider you to be an expert witness. I guess that this is why the decisions of some of our learned judicial minds are at odds with normal principles of honesty and fairness. Tim Harrington Lennox Head

Same-Sex Marriage Most people tolerate two people of the same gender doing whatever in privacy. However, legalising same-sex marriage is going too far. Can’t gay couples be given the same legal rights as defacto/married couples except the right to raise children? Every child needs a father and mother so they can grow up knowing how to relate to the opposite sex. Many children of gay marriages are now bravely speaking out about this. If SSM is legalised, schools will be forced into the Safe Schools program teaching gay and lesbian sexual activity by getting very young children to role

netdaily.net.au play a same-sex relationship. This will make puberty a nightmare. Where are children’s rights? Young children are being asked to decide their own gender – how confusing! How much harder will it be for our kids to find a heterosexual mate to reproduce with if homosexuality is normalised? Normal parents have the right to protect their children against politically correct communist ideologies at school. So parents need to speak up now! Obviously normalising SSM results in decreasing human reproduction (part of the global elite’s agenda and Agenda 21). SSM is too much of a social experiment with no known long-term consequences. Why not wait and see how it’s working in other countries first? Otherwise the result could be potentially catastrophic, especially as our Islamic population grows to the point where Sharia law is implemented. Sharia calls for death to homosexuals. More depopulation anybody? Menkit Prince Uki Q More letters on page 18

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Articles True friendship has more meaning than a Facebook meme ship. But what does Facebook know? It felt like it, but maybe I didn’t give enough.

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Friendships are important. They must be I reckon – there are so many Facebook memes about them: ‘Good friends are like stars. You don’t always see them, but you know they are always there’. Aww. So true. A million likes can’t be wrong. Therefore, given their comparable virtual popularity, cats with turbans, genetic underbites and imposed human foibles must also be important. But, despite the glib friendship memes that pop up, like floaters, on my social media, I do know that friendships are important – even though I’m not sure what makes a friend.

Phone Friends Sure, your phone will define friendship for you if you don’t have time to think. You’ll realise, with just a touch of the screen, that a friend is like a good bra: difficult to find, supportive, lifts you up and is always close to your heart. Ha. Funny. (Lots of likes.) But who wants to be a bra? (Okay. Gary has just put up his hand...) What is noticeable about these memes is that they are

Deep Reflection

mostly about what you get from friendship. In today’s culture we are obsessed about ourselves; about what we can get for ourselves out of life, out of people. Me, me, me.

A Helping Hand But it’s all useless; the only way to have a happy life and stabilise the planet is to help others, not yourself. (Socrates, Jesus, Superman...) To give. Maybe this is the secret of friendship. I lost a friend a while ago. No, the person didn’t die, marry or convert to Hillsong Worship. One day, our long friendship just evaporated

like morning dew. Lovers come and go, but friends are forever, my ex says, quoting Facebook, and, glass in hand, prepares to tidy up last night’s champagne. My friend and I loved each other. Then one day we had an argument. Oh dear. But no problem, I thought. As another cutesy meme, with its pair of friendly cats holding paws, goes: True friendship is when you fight with your friend over stupid things... and become friends again after five minutes! Aww. According to this meme, mine wasn’t a true friend-

Luckily I have other friends. Today, I’m surrounded by them. Not far from my shack, I’m sunk in a camping chair enjoying the mottled relief a tree gives on this September scorcher, sipping pinot noir, and listening to the dappled conversation around me. It’s the friend’s post-birthday-party recovery party and his friends have gathered to generously clean up all the leftover booze and food. One friend, whom I haven’t seen in ages and who is now selflessly getting rid of last night’s duck salad, smiles at me between swallows. She sent me a meme about a year ago that read: I love that our friendship can survive without ever keeping in touch. I didn’t respond. I’m learning that friendship is about giving, about helping others. I’m here helping my mate clean up as much wine as I can. That’s what friends are for. Another bottle is opened. Hard work. I raise my glass to friends and wish them well.

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Everybody who knew Herbi, loved Herbi. He passed away last week from an aggressive tumour. I love you Herbi Miller ... thanks for the best 13 years of our life x It’s hard to express and unable to measure; a love so deep, a love to treasure The closest I had to unconditional love; one could only compare to God up above You were 10 weeks old when you entered my life; healing my heart, which had endured some strife We were instant partners in all that we did; be it road-trips, bike-rides, or the beach with your sticks I’d only shop where they’d let you inside – as well as waxing, and church; we took it all in our stride Friends’ pools you’d jump in was one of your things; the fun that you had would make my heart sing! At work at the gym, it was outside you lay; but eventually you ended up with me on the stage! :) You’d know my classes and when it was time to stretch; you’d go into down-dog – and laughter was met The members just loved you but there were always a few who’d complain “no dogs in the gym”; which never stopped you! :) You were determined to be next to me, no matter what; and that’s how you loved me, which won’t be forgot It’s time with each other; it’s the one and only thing, that people need most in life, for love to begin As it’s right now when I grieve, I sit, and I mourn; that I realise it’s -only ‘time’ which love can adorn It’s not bricks and morter, or the need for false things; none of that buys back the sound that you sing Everyone could hear you especially on walks; People always amazed saying “that dog talks!” :) You were an awesome ring-bearer, and again 10-yearsrenewed; because let’s not forget Pikey – he loved you too! He had complete understanding of where we were at; and let you sleep on the bed; never on a mat You had a place at the table, sitting on a chair; which again brought laughter into the air

You brought happiness to all; they smiled at you; for they could see your awesomeness, so respect you got too The rangers even loved you, though we never had a lead; often running away at maximum speed! The joy that you gave me; my smiling hurt my face. Your eyes understood me; your comfort I embraced Your understanding was amazing, some would say human-like. I felt safe and protected when danger was in sight You were such a gentle giant, so handsome, so proud. You would whisper your needs, or just sing outloud Thank you for loving me, thank you for all your giving; something I can never repay, but made life worth living Thank you for your moments and memories in time. Thank you for choosing me, and being all mine Thank you for helping me see that it’s the small things, the tiny things in life that makes our hearts sing Thank you for the adventures under the sun; the snuggles in the rain, and all the other fun Thank you for your loyalty, your connection, and strength. Thank you for holding on till your very last breath Thank you for being what no-one else could ever be; my blessing, my treasure, my best friend... Herbi xxx

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by Ian Rogers After four gruelling weeks of competition in the Georgian capital Tbilisi, Levon Aronian was the last man standing and won his second World Cup, 12 years after his first Cup triumph. The superstar from Armenia defeated China’s Ding Liren 4-2 in the final to win the $US96,000 first prize, and both players also qualified for the 2018 Candidates tournament to determine Magnus Carlsen’s challenger. Aronian dominated the final but after four days of classical games and brilliant defence by Ding, the score was still 2-2. Ultimately the match was decided in tiebreakers when Aronian

North Coast news daily: won the first two rapid games. Aronian’s victory came just three days before he married Australian Olympian Arianne Caoili, his girlfriend of 11 years. (Aronian jokingly claimed that one reason he needed to avoid being knocked out of the World Cup for as long as possible was to avoid the wedding preparations!) Caoili – whose various roles since moving to Armenia have included government economic advisor, newspaper proprietor, nightclub owner and being one of the few people to appear on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ in two countries – stayed in Tbilisi for the final, as did many wedding guests. Aronian later mentioned their support as crucial.

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Tree Troubles Regarding Pat Warren’s letter in The Echo about the trees in the Terrace Reserve caravan park. Ms Warren is complaining that the Byron Council is ignoring the supposed set up of a memorial for the trees in the Terrace Reserve caravan park. Well you cannot have a memorial in the park for the trees, because to have a memorial you have to have a building or a structure that can be dedicated by the RSL, you cannot declare trees as a memorial. I have been informed of this by our RSL Sub Branch who checked the rules for a memorial. So you cannot blame the Byron Council for not declaring the trees a memorial. Margaret Mitchell Brunswick Heads

Memorial Pines The descendants of those old families in Bangalow, Byron Bay, Burringbar, Mullumbimby and Brunswick Heads, whose forefathers fought at Gallipoli and on the Western Front, should be publicly outraged by Council’s decision not to recognise the WWI Memorial Pine Park in The Terrace, Brunswick Heads as a war memorial. War blooded and wearied, the returned soldiers planted approximately 500 Coastal Cypress Pines in grid formation over a land area representing the battle front of the Battle of Lone Pine in which over 2,200 Australian soldiers and 5,000–6,000 Ottomans were killed or wounded. Seven Australians were awarded the Victoria Cross for their actions during that fighting. Of the original plantings approximately 100 pines are extant. It would appear that the local Brunswick-Billinudgel RSL’s executive, putting NSW Crown Holiday Parks Trust’s business interests ahead of our heritage, were successful in lobbying councillor Sarah Ndiaye and The Greens in particular to downgrade the land and pines to a lesser status as a place of reflection and remembrance. The site is already listed with the NSW State Library as a war memorial, as an Avenue of Honour with Treenet and on the National Trust of Australia: the local RSL’s position is in opposition to the Far North Coast District Council’s unanimous vote, November 2014, to recognise avenues of trees as war memorials. At that meeting the Brun-

swick-Billinudgel RSL abstained from voting. With the exception of Crs Coorey, Spooner and Hackett, Council’s decision is an appalling indictment of how far our elected representatives have removed, even alienated, themselves from their constituents and our Anzac history. Patricia Warren Brunswick Heads

Paid Parking Regarding recent comments by Brunswick Heads Chamber of Commerce president Zac Tooth (The Echo, September 27). Where was the Brunswick Heads Chamber of Commerce when it was proposed that we be ripped off by Council rate increases, or that Crown land be given away to holiday park corporations, or the shonky deal involving the Round House site, or protecting koalas from the sound pollution produced by tens of thousands of festival-goers, or protecting the WWI memorial pines? It’s time for a reality check: towns and villages do not exist for the sole benefit of those with businesses. Given the inordinate amount of traffic from tourists, the notion that Brunswick Heads exudes some simple pleasures for the majority of the year is delusional. I know tourism is a reality, but what is required is sustainable balance, not sustained greed. I’m as disgusted as most ratepayers with the increases but at least we can buy a ticket for $50 a year for paid parking in the Shire, and why shouldn’t tourists be expected to contribute to infrastructure like the much-needed up-grades of the public toilets (to name one)? Paid parking should have been on the table long before rate rises because I don’t believe most locals see much ‘simple pleasure’ in the horde of tourists for most weeks of the year, especially when those from the Gold Coast drive up your arse and don’t know how to use an indicator anyway. Rod Murray Ocean Shores

Temperature Rising It is just going to get hotter and hotter each year. First the temperature will be in the 40s, then in the 50s, then in the 60s. Somewhere along the way, global food production will become very difficult. Previous hot summer days will become the normal winter’s day.

It is way too late to reverse the situation, even if we tried. The result will be a much smaller human civilisation, caused not by heat stroke, of which millions will die, but by crop losses. It will take a very long time for all the man-made carbon dioxide to be sequestered by trees or minerals, especially when humans currently destroy 200,000 acres of forest each day. Peter Olson Goonengerry

Council GM Mr Ken Gainger’s letter (The Echo September 27) purports to offer a ‘defence’ of his actions. Mr Gainger has worked in the industry almost as long as I have. He knows full well that ‘the perception of his performance held by the community’ is as important, if not more important, in a Shire like Byron, than what he actually does. There is a perception within the Shire that he is pursuing his own agenda as much as ‘implementing the decisions of the elected council’. This is not productive in at least two ways: a) In terms of the effectiveness of (voluntary) groups that try to work co-operatively with Council for the benefit of the community, and b) The wastage of staff time defending Council against community perceptions of manipulation. Most of us know the financial challenges that Council faces. Guiding the councillors and working with community organisations to achieve community objectives, as opposed to ignoring/opposing them, results in more ratepayers accepting the validity of Council’s actions. Roger Seccombe Bangalow

Community Market The latest plan proposed by Council to relocate the Byron Bay Community Market into the town streets, the Railway Park and the railway tracks (which will be retained as a transport corridor) amounts to a dispersal into an uncertain place and future. The proposed urban, postindustrial setting is a claustrophobic vision that would destroy the uniqueness, integrity and flavour of the existing experience and may not be popular with all the existing businesses in town including the Artisan Markets held at the Railway Park already. The excuse given by Coun-

netdaily.net.au cil is that the only place for a new bus station is the Butler Street Reserve, right next to the nursing home with a long access road dissecting the reserve. Meanwhile the old train station, an obvious place for a transport/bus station, remains idle. At a recent meeting between Council officials and stallholders it was quite obvious that the consultation for this plan has been selective and that it does not include key stakeholders. The economic, cultural, social and environmental value of the Byron Bay Community Market at the Butler Street Reserve has been ignored and the plan has been presented to the intimidated stakeholders as a fait accompli because the council has funding. Surely the funding can be kept while a more reasonable site is renegotiated? The flat section of the Butler Street Reserve located at the disused rubbish depot was gazetted for Public Recreation in 1973. For almost 40 years it has been used and recognised as the only site for the monthly Byron Bay Community Market. The world-renowned colourful collection of around 350 stalls directly employs about a thousand people in the northern rivers and provides many in our community with an opportunity to work with their families, to try their skills in small business, explore craft or new ideas. For two generations it has been a place where community and visitors can mingle experiencing a local lifestyle and music surrounded by the beautiful remnants of the Cumbebin Nature Reserve. In recent years the farmers market has been a welcomed addition to the Reserve and a weekly user of the space. The market is managed by the Byron Bay Community Centre and the proceeds are used to help many including the most disadvantaged. A year ago the stallholders were told that a five-year lease has been given to BBCC to run the market at the Reserve. This was welcomed by the stallholders as they could plan the future for their businesses with a little bit more certainty. This site has room for growth, creativity and positive change. Tanya and Sky Wesolowski Coorabell

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The Echo dream bursts into being with a dash of controversy Thirty-one years have passed since Nicholas Shand dreamed up this newspaper and gathered a band of fellow dreamers to help him make it real. In those 31 years The Echo has grown, like a magic beanstalk, far taller than we ever imagined, and it is now a feature of Shire life. Our ongoing series on the history of our beloved ranbow rag continues this week, written by the newspaper’s longest-serving drudge, David Lovejoy.

o far in the story, Nicholas Shand has been unable to get local media to cover police hooliganism in the Main Arm Valley, and has invited David Lovejoy to join him in starting a newspaper…

A new nest We rented an upperstorey open-plan office in Mullumbimby, heaved my typesetting equipment up the stairs and made a darkroom out of cut-up black garbage bags. Nicholas contributed a large, horseshoe-shaped desk, which was perfect for a budding editor. He had lined up a local printer, Andrew Bradley, whose press could print two A4 pages at once, and employed Dorothy Mullins, exAdvocate and Northern Star, to help him sell advertising. My wife Wendy was to help me with the pre-press production and a friend of ours, Carol Page, joined us to do typing and general office work.

Masthead is made Several brainstorming sessions fuelled by red wine provided the name for our enterprise. It was to be the grandly reverberating Brunswick Valley Echo, a name which shed some of its resonance when over the years it evolved into the BrunswickByron Echo and finally the Byron Shire Echo. Local artist the late Geoff Williams designed an elegant logo for the banner, which is still in use four decades on.

Andrew Bradley’s minuscule press laboured for many hours before delivering three thousand copies of the fledgling newspaper, dated June 11, 1986. It consisted of twenty pages and had taken a prodigious amount of energy to produce. When The Echo crew woke up groaning in the bottle-strewn office the morning after the launch, I half expected Nicholas to call off the whole thing: could we possibly continue to work that hard for week after week without end? But he called us together and we started to climb Mount Deadline all over again, the second time for the sake of a mere twelve pages.

Colourful start In the very first edition Jim Brokenshire, who had run the Mullumbimby Advocate for many years, gave his imprimatur with an article entitled ‘New Local Rag’, describing local papers of the past and accurately predicting some of the tribulations we could expect. When Jim needed to retire he had sold his paper to the company that owned the Northern Star, which promptly moved it to Ballina to the dismay of Mullum residents. Letters featured from the beginning, with the first one written by my son Hans, then aged thirteen. Also in the first edition was a review of the Pacific Players’ production of Inherit the Wind. It was written by Nicholas who, under the byline ‘E K Hornbeck’,

indulgently assessed his own performance of the role of journalist E K Hornbeck in the play. In its first year of publication The Echo settled down to a regular sixteen A4 pages every week. There was almost always a controversial editorial piece on Council or social matters, but the initial advertisers took it in their stride. The big supporters from the beginning were Mallams Supermarket and Santos Health Foods, but some smaller companies were also very loyal. The warmth of the newspaper’s reception resulted in just sufficient funds for us to continue from week to week – or at least it was once accounting problems had been sorted out. After his inaugural burst of advertising sales, Nicholas was puzzled by our lack of cash, until we realised that after selling it was customary to send out invoices, a detail we had neglected. Controversy surrounded us from the beginning, but not just the political variety.

Chincogan stoush I wrote a piece about climbing Mt Chincogan, which in those days could be done, although it involved trespassing through one or other of the proper-

ties that surround the hill. Unfortunately I was too specific about my route, and the landowner in question, after a night stewing in the pub, rampaged through the newspaper office and upended Nicholas’s huge desk with berserker fury. When the editor did not flinch, the aggrieved party went downstairs, got into his car and rammed the front door of the building, collecting Nicholas’s car on the way. Loss of the car was not such a bad thing. It was an ancient blue Corona and its cloth roof lining, held in place with masking tape, would sometimes descend on the driver at critical junctures. As the windows could not close, stray cats would use the car as a urinal when the editor had one of his many overnight sessions at the office. Loss of access to Mt Chincogan was, however, a sad consequence of these events, when the landowners closed their properties to climbers.

Mighty McDuck Issue number eight saw the first appearance of ‘Our Overseas Correspondent’. It was in fact an old friend of mine, Michael McDonald, who was living on a farm in Tasmania. He continued sending us brilliantly funny articles every month until he eventually fetched up in Byron Shire in person and took a permanent job with The Echo. It would be more accurate to say ‘jobs’, as McDuck was at various times editor, artist, Council-watcher and whimsical humorist right up until his well-earned but universally regretted retirement in August this year.

‘Thou Shalt Not Steal Thy Neighbour’s Sand…’ A Flinders University expert is set to hand down his ‘10 Commandments of Coastal Management’ to meet the needs of a world experiencing significant sea-level rise. Professor Patrick Hesp will deliver the commandments in full at the International Southeast Asian Geography Association conference in Jakarta, later this year. ‘If we don’t start following

some hard and fast rules, the world’s coastal areas will be in diabolical trouble as sea levels rise because of climate change,’ Professor Hesp said. ‘Some of the commandments are obvious – Thou shalt not steal thy neighbour’s sand – yet they don’t get adhered to. ‘It issues a telling forecast of a world braced for ongoing impact from climate change.’

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Professor Hesp also says hard and fast rules are essential given the unprecedented growth in global populations amplifying coastal erosion problems. Twenty per cent of the world’s population lives within 25km of the coast and 40 per cent within 100km. In 1950, there were 470 coastal cities; there are now 2130.

‘The exponential growth rate is considerable,’ Professor Hesp says. ‘The impact on the coastal environment has been phenomenal.’ The Byron Shire will be significantly affected by sea-level rise and has already seen a number of disputes arise in relation to future rises and coast erosion.

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Local beauty therapist of 11 years, Sally, is home and has rejoined the five-time awardwinning salon ‘Tonic’ family in Ballina, after spending the last three years setting up and managing spas onboard international super yachts. Looking for the absolute best and affordable beauty services in the area? With such friendly staff and attention to detail, look no further.

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Byron Bay Film Festival

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Powerfully relevant dramas from around the globe Two feature films at the Byron Bay Film Festival come from the front line of the contemporary world, capturing horribly familiar slices of the zeitgeist, from 2008’s extremist massacre in Mumbai to the mean streets of ethnically divided Leeds.

One Less God One Less God is a dramatised version of murderous ‘true life’ events – from the perspective of the guests staying at Mumbai’s large and very grand Taj Mahal Palace Hotel – cowering in their rooms as they hear bombs exploding and gunmen roaming the hallways, blazing away with their AK-47s at anything that moved. It’s chaotic, desperate and, yes, terrifying. The film also covers events from the perspective of one of the terrorists, possibly controversially. He is not immune to the horror of his actions. The independent Australian production is adrenalin-charged, nightmarish in its way but with empathic depth and breadth. It gets inside, or behind, the image ‘etched into the memory of every Mumbaikar’, of the front dome of the hotel ‘encapsulated with a large plume of smoke’, as The Indian Express described it. ‘For 60 hours the symbol of opulence in Mumbai lay at the mercy of four heavily armed terrorists,’ the paper said in an editorial. The film enters the claustrophobic realms of the disaster movies of yore, where the threat sways and closes in, as dread levels rise; this time it’s humans turned into killing machines by a lunatic ideology.

We pray, as surely the terrified guests did, trapped for days in the gilded cage of the occupied hotel, to their various deities. But whatever their beliefs, age or ethnicity, 166 of them died, from wealthy foreign tourists to bottom-of-the-rung Thai workers, and everyone in between, including Australian businessmen. But this is not simply a survival story or an action thriller; it’s real theatre-of-the-mind. The episode was seen as a failure of responsibility from politicians to the country’s security agencies to the media, and had an unprecedented impact on the nation’s psyche. ‘It was not just about the fear of the hundreds trapped inside or the multiple bombings and shootings… Rather, the attack on the Taj symbolised something way more powerful. It was a brazen combat against the most affluent and celebrated in the financial capital. It was a brutal strike upon an establishment that symbolised the emergence of an entrepreneurial elite in India,’ The Times commented. One Less God is the debut feature by Australian writer-director Lliam Worthington, and features a multicultural cast chosen from his countrymen, including Nathan Kaye (Muriel’s Wedding), Joseph Mahler Taylor, Anju Deepak (Addicted to You) and Reilly O’Byrne-Inglis.

One Less God

Lies We Tell This Australian-esque quality to the action, direction and writing give it a gritty authenticity, which is enhanced by the fact that parts of the dialogue draw upon transcripts taken from the actual event. A huge amount of time and effort went into getting things right, and into satisfying the ambition to go deeper into the story; to search for the human detail among the carnage. ‘With 166 people killed, more than 600 injured and thousands swept up in the events, it was India’s 9/11,’ Worthington said. ‘We spent years researching and writing, and once we became immersed in the events and the geopolitics, we knew we needed to get beyond the timeline of events that were filling the news cycles. We wanted to get to the heart of the tragedy, and also beyond it, to the people on both ends of the guns.’ It’s a grim story, but powerfully relevant, and one we cannot turn away from – real world events, on our doorstep.

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Lies We Tell, on the other hand, is pure fiction, a dramatic ‘story’ from contemporary life. Fiction, however, located firmly at the crossroads of cultures in cities such as Leeds, where it is dangerous to get caught standing in the middle. A brilliant young lawyer, played by Sybilla Deen, crosses that intersection routinely – travelling between a traditional home life, a multigenerational family of Pakistani origin, where arranged marriages are customary, and the western professional world, with its contemporary undercurrent of colonialism. Exposure of her modern western lifestyle threatens to ostracise her from her community and even endangers her life, and the lives of her vulnerable younger brother and sister. Similarly caught is Gabriel Byrne, in a wonderfully subtle playing of Donald, the dogged and hyper-loyal driver to fat cat Harvey Keitel; left to ‘tidy up’ after his boss’s unexplained death, which includes his mistress, the conflicted Ms Deen. Donald, a salt-of-the-earth Yorkshireman, is drawn reluctantly out of his shell, and way out

of his depth to protect her, from criminals and predators on both sides of the cultural divide, and from her own unhappy past. He is drawn not only into a culture he doesn’t understand, but to a dark criminal world whose casual cruelty is even more baffling. A passive individual, crushed and subservient, he steps up when his affections and outrage at injustice are pricked, and takes some action. The film screened at the prestigious Raindance festival in London in September. Raindance commentator Derek Ravenscroft noted that it follows ‘in the tradition of British thrillers such as Mona Lisa with it’s odd-couple pairing in a world of corruption and sleaze’. But, he added, ‘The setting with its underbelly of arranged marriages, sexual exploitation and British Pakistani gangster culture gives it a unique, contemporary focus’. Director Mitu Misra was born in Punjab, India and raised in Bradford, England, where he faced appalling bigotry – ‘the usual problems that first-generation immigrants have faced throughout time. At school, I was beaten up regularly. If you weren’t white in England at that time, it was common to be labelled either a Paki or a Nigger,’ he says. His safe haven was being among other immigrants. In Bradford predominately there were Pakistani immigrants, so most of his friends were from Pakistan, with whom he developed family-like relationships. After the September 11 attacks in New York and the deadly bombing of London buses in 2005 Mitu saw many of his Muslim friends and colleagues show a degree of joy at the tragic events. He sought to understand the phenomena that were dividing Muslim and non-Muslim and became interested in writing a story about the on-the-ground responses ‘that would reach all Muslims and change their way of thinking’.

Cast and crew from both films will be in attendance at the festival. Tickets for these and other festival films are on sale now at BBFF.com.au.

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Byron School of Art Offers Art Club for Young Visual Artists Starting in Term 4, BSA Afternoon Art Club invites school-aged DUWLVWV WR WKH %6$ VWXGLRV IRU FUHDWLYH DIWHUQRRQV H[SORULQJ DUW PDWHULDOV DQG WHFKQLTXHV ZLWK DUWLVW DQG TXDOLÃ¦ HG DUW WHDFKHU Jacqueline Smith. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Each week new ideas and processes will be introduced as we develop skills in a range of art forms including drawing, painting, collage, printmaking, sculpture and design,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; VDLG -DFTXHOLQH Ã&#x;6WXGHQWV ZLOO NHHS D YLVXDO GLDU\ WR H[SORUH their own interests, as well as work as a group on structured activities.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Jacqueline will facilitate two afternoon classes each week during school terms for children aged 9â&#x20AC;&#x201C;12 years and 13â&#x20AC;&#x201C;15 years, starting 4th Term 2017. 112 Dalley St Mullumbimby www.byronschoolofart.com

BANG! Academy of Performing Arts is now enrolling for Term 4! Why choose BANG!? Because we provide a safe, non-competitive environment for children to develop dramatic skills such as voice and movement through games and improvisation. We give them space to use their LPDJLQDWLRQV EHFRPH VWRU\WHOOHUV DQG GHYHORS FRQÃ¦ GHQFH LQ their abilities as theatre-makers. At BANG! we strongly believe that involvement in the performing DUWV LV RI JUHDW EHQHÃ¦ W WR FKLOGUHQ DV WKH\ H[SORUH DQG GHYHORS verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, creative problem solving, and collaboration skills. By giving them a taste of the joyful structured play that theatre offers, we hope to ignite their interest and encourage them to seek out opportunities to IXUWKHU WKHLU H[SHULHQFH DQG NQRZOHGJH RI WKH SHUIRUPLQJ DUWV

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Spaghetti Circus is in the afterglow of the Mullum Circus Festival. With so much LQVSLUDWLRQ DQG FUHDWLYH HQHUJ\ Ã§ RZLQJ what better time to get the kids involved in something special? Join in and see what circus has to offer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; IULHQGVKLS VNLOOV FRQÃ¦ GHQFH DQG VR PXFK IXQ Each term, Spaghetti Circus offers the best possible rates for our local kids to attend circus classes. Book online by 8 October for your $30 earlybird discount. Term 4 begins Monday 9 October at the Spaghetti Circus sheds in the Mullumbimby Showgrounds.

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After-school classes for students aged 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;12 run on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Bangalow Scouts and A&I Halls (see our website for details). BANG! Bugs is our class for pre-schoolers aged 4â&#x20AC;&#x201C;6 (Friday mornings 10.30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11.15), and this term sees the formation of our new Youth Ensemble for 13â&#x20AC;&#x201C;18-year-olds that rehearses Tuesday afternoons from 4.15 till 5.45 at the Bangalow A&I Hall. Class numbers are limited so book now! www.bangacademyofperformingarts.com.au

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HEALTH &

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Mullumbimby Podiatry now offers laser therapy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the latest and most effective treatment for stubborn fungal nail disease. The clinic also uses state-of-the-art 3D digital foot scanning to produce high-quality custom orthotics. Their experts can treat all foot injuries and foot-related conditions. They combine traditional podiatric techniques with advanced technology, delivering outstanding results for your foot health. To find out more about laser therapy, 3D foot scanning or other treatments provided, look at their website. www.kingscliffpodiatry.com.au | 6674 2933

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INTOUCH YOGA TEACHER TRAININGS 2018 All yoga teacher trainings are not equal! Do you place a high value on authenticity, depth, and maintaining the wisdom inherent in the ancient science of yoga? Primary teacher Flo Fenton has a vast array of skills and depth of knowledge gained over thousands of hours of training with the giants of yoga. You will be taught how to work with yoga â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not just as a physical exercise, but as a way of accessing prana, the life force. This approach enables you to personalise your own practice, and make your teaching accessible, beneficial and unique to each student. Part-time, (one day a week, Thursdays) Level 1 begins next March in Broken Head, and Level 2 (one day a fortnight, Wednesdays) at Lennox. Try out a day of the current training and connect to current students on 18 October â&#x20AC;&#x201C; bookings essential! Or BOOK NOW for the rarely offered One-Month Intensive option, 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;26 Jan, Lennox Head. All info can be found at: www. intouchyogabyronbay.com Email flo@intouchyogabyronbay.com or 02 6685 9910.

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COASTAL COSMETICS Coastal Cosmetic Doctors is locally owned and operated by two experienced female general practitioners and skin-cancer doctors who are now offering services in their passion area of aesthetic medicine. As doctors first and foremost, Dr Omera and Dr Zaki have an ethical obligation to practise evidence-based and ethically oriented treatments. They are open and transparent about the care they can povide, the costs that will be involved and the timeframe for expected results. Examples of the type of treatment offered include antiwrinkle injections, dermal fillers, natural platelet-rich plasma therapies and micro-needling using medical-grade approved Dermapen3. All new patients are seen in a 45-minute consultation where an holistic plan is constructed to achieve each individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s desired aesthetic goals. Ocean Shores Skin Clinic 70â&#x20AC;&#x201C;72 Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores. 0499 756 088. www.coastalcosmeticdoctors.com

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BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY

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At Bangalow Physiotherapy we have a unique environment where physiotherapy and Pilates combine to optimise movement for a healthy, fit and fulfilling life. If you are looking to improve your general health and fitness, are searching for answers to an injury or illness, wish to enhance your sports performance or are wanting to tone your body then look no further. We utilise hands-on physiotherapy, Pilates, dry needling and strength and conditioning with specific knowledge of the body to create a powerful form of rehabilitation and fitness. Our highly trained staff look forward to assisting you. Call us on 6687 2330.

Get the holiday experience at Clay Organic Beauty in Mullumbimby and unwind, relax and escape the everyday hustle and bustle. Clay boasts a team of highly skilled therapists who pride themselves in offering thorough and relaxing treatments. The beauty treatments offered at Clay include all waxing including brazilians, facials, massage, manicures, pedicures, spray tans and body treatments to name a few. Recently Clay have introduced eyelash lifts and henna brows to their extensive menu offerings. Clay Organic Beauty is an holistic salon priding themselves on using only the most premium organic and natural products available, which have high ethical and environmental standards.

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JANELLA PURCELL, NATUROPATH, N U T R I T I O N I ST, HERBALIST, AUTHOR , CHEF Consults in Coorabell or via Skype or FaceTime Janella has 20 years’ clinical experience treating complex 21st-century health conditions such as adrenal and chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, fertility and gut issues, spectrum disorders, anxiety/depression, blood-sugar imbalances, auto-immune disorders and other immune issues, heart conditions, obesity, skin and sleep problems, and many more. So if you’re serious about deep healing, but sick and tired of trying everything to get healthy with no real or lasting results, it’s time to book in for an initial consultation, or check out her 12-Week Deep Healing Program. Doesn’t matter where in the world you are – here in the northern rivers, or via Skype or FaceTime – check out her website for details. www.janellapurcell.com | 0414 724 764

SPRINGTIME & ECZEMA Springtime and warmer weather, pollens and heat, can unfortunately trigger unbearable itch and irritation for the eczema suffer. Avoidance of these triggers is advisable but impractical. At the Good Skin Clinic we take the time to educate our patients in the extremely effective protocols that significantly reduce the adverse effects for eczema sufferers and, when used in conjunction with the scientifically proven and soundly effective medications used at the Good Skin Clinic, will commonly provide our patients with the relief they’ve been searching for. If you require an appointment please call the Good Skin Clinic on 1300 956 566.

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HEALTH & ALESSANDRA R E J U V E N AT I O N THERAPY

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A TRAINING FOR PROFESSIONALS WITH ANA BARNER AND PETER CHOWN. A professional seminar providing an interesting mix of theory and experiential processes introducing the powerful ways Voice Dialogue works with relationships. Sat & Sun, November 4 & 5, Ocean Shores. Cost is $350 earlybird or $400. Contact Ana at 0410 740 420 or Peter at 0423 666 051 for information and enrolment.

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HEALTH & ANA FORREST YOGA IMMERSIVE – FIRST TIME IN BYRON SHIRE

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JJAMES THOMSON Osteopath returns to Bangalow and Lismore offering vast experience to treat your body problems. James has been in private practice in Sydney, Melbourne, Tweed Heads, Kingscliff, as well as teaching at RMIT and SCU. 23 LESLIE STREET, BANGALOW 115 KEEN STREET, LISMORE

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Ana Forrest has been changing people’s lives for nearly 40 years. An internationally recognised pioneer in yoga and emotional healing, Ana created Forrest Yoga while working through her own healing from her life’s trauma and experience. With thousands of licensed practitioners around the world, Forrest Yoga is renowned as a deeply physical, internally focused practice that emphasises how to carry a transformative experience off the mat and into daily life. With her meticulous guidance, Ana’s students cultivate an acute awareness of their own practice and life process, resulting in an exhilarating journey into self-discovery, cleansing and healing. For the first time in Byron Shire, Ana Forrest and her partner Jose Calarco will present an immersive weekend of Forrest Yoga at the Mullum Civic Centre over 27–29 October. Join them as they share their lifelong knowledge in a series of four dynamic workshops. Come for one workshop or join all four. More info at www.yogahive.com.au/events.

JAMES THOMSON OSTEOPATH James graduated as an osteopath in Sydney in 1979. Using a wide range of soft-tissue techniques and skeletal joint manipulation to treat low back pain, sciatica, headaches, dance and sports injuries etc, James has been in private practice in Sydney, Melbourne, Tweed Heads, Kingscliff, as well as teaching at RMIT and SCU, and returns to Byron and Bangalow offering vast experience to treat your body problems. 23 Leslie St, Bangalow. 115 Keen St, Lismore. Ph: 0409 532 458.

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FRAGRANT GODDESS Mel Smith is a clinical aromatherapist in women’s health specialising in pregnancy and postnatal massage. She has developed the ideal pregnancy massage technique suitable for all stages from conception through to early labour. Mel has been a therapist for more than 25 years and tailors each treatment to suit the individual. Fragrant Goddess Aromatherapy Clinic is set in Mel’s AromaPod, a tranquil space made in a converted shipping container, airconditioned and with easy parking. Ewingsdale, Byron Bay. www.fragrantgoddess.com.au | 0438 118 922

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Stone & Wood celebrates Pops’ 70th birthday Stone & Wood brewer reaches milestone Neil Whitton has been brewing beer for more than 45 years, and was celebrated recently when the crew dropped tools and closed laptops to celebrate what they called ‘a legend who inspires, coaches, makes us laugh and…reminds us to have a beer at 3pm each afternoon’. They raised glasses of ‘Saison du Pops’, a Pilot Batch beer brewed exclusively for Neils’s 70th birthday. Known to many as ‘Pops’ he epitomises the spirit of a village brewer, is a true advocate of good beer and proof that age really is just a number. ‘Behind many of Australia’s greatest beers, Neil’s dedication, his passion and countless hours on the brew tower have contributed to this country’s craft beer revolution!’, they said. The Echo thought he sounded like an interesting character and Vivienne Pearson asked ‘Pops’ for a few reflections on an industry that’s changed a lot in 45 years…

On the 70th birthday celebration: ‘I walked into a surprise birthday celebration. I wasn’t expecting it; they caught me on the hop. I opened the door and there were about 60–70 people there and I knew I’d been got. I got the surprise of my life! I felt a bit embarrassed and humbled and pleased at the same time’, said Pops.

On the specially brewed birthday beer: ‘A couple of months back, the head brewer, Caolan, very sneakily asked me about my favourite beer. I like a lot of beer – I may even change my mind now and again – but at the time I said a Saison. Saison is a beer from France-Belgium that goes back a few centuries (when I was a little kid!) when the water wasn’t fit to drink so beer was a safe way of consuming liquid. The famer would brew it up with whatever he had in his larder at the time – herbs and spices, whatever hops were available. ‘Lo and behold, it was a Saison that was in the glasses at the birthday celebration. It tasted delicious! The first one didn’t even touch the sides. ‘It is designed to be very refreshing. I enjoyed another one on the weekend watching the footy. ‘It was made at seven per cent alcohol – a reasonably high alcohol content for a beer – in honour of my being 70. ‘This gives me the incentive to last another 10 years so I go up to eight per cent for my 80th!’

On working at Stone & Wood: ‘I’ve been with Stone & Wood for two and a half years. I’ve had a long association with the owners – Ross and Jamie – I knew them in Melbourne at Matilda Bay Brewing Company. ‘They made the journey up to start Stone & Wood without me, but the offer was there. ‘I was 67 when I moved up – it was a decent thing of them to take me on at that age. ‘I work in safety as well as mentoring the young brewers. We have 23 brewers, mostly youngsters; some have experience, a lot haven’t. They’re all fantastic. ‘Stone & Wood is a great place to work. The philosophy they have in terms of sustainability and how they look after their employees is great; everything about them is very special. ‘This is an industry of young people – I’m the only ancient person – but I still have good physical fitness. ‘Occasionally, when they are short staffed, I’ll go up and man the

A food story brew tower. ‘I will probably end my working life at Stone & Wood but I have no plans at this stage. It’s a lot of fun working there. ‘Being an ex-Melbourne boy, I’m very much enjoying the northern rivers - it’s a little piece of paradise.

Story and photos by Vivienne Pearson

‘I like the idea of my food being a story, as it’s not all from one region,’ says Jacqui Lanauze. ‘I’ve drawn a lot of inspiration from my travels.’ Jacqui’s travels have taken her all the way from the isolation of a pin-sized-dot island off Neil Whitton ‘Pops’ the east coast of New Zealand, On his career in beer via global travels, to the bright (over 45 years): lights of Sydney (where she ‘I’ve been everywhere, man. Most places I’ve worked have closed catered for fashion shoots) and Pictured top: Jacqui now to the quaint beauty of down – Fortitude Valley in Brisbane, Cairns, a few places in Lanauze with her Food Newrybar. Melbourne. Story van. Food Story is Jacqui’s food ‘When I started, there was a multitude of breweries – about 40 Pictured centre: Quesadilla around Australia – but there was no craft beer, so breweries were van, operating from the and grapefruit and front garden of Newrybar owned mainly by the larger companies. Most of the places I’ve strawberry spritzer. worked don’t still exist. The big companies closed down smaller, Merchants. The white pressedPictured bottom: Food story tin-decorated van blends in less efficient plants. perfectly with the white-picket- spritzer ‘I got into craft beer around 2000. It was a struggle for the few fence aesthetic of the village. companies that were there. The craft beer industry started Jacqui pumps out amazingly tasty and eclectic dishes from her gaining impetus from 2008 and it’s just gone gangbusters since then. Since then number of breweries has increased dramatically small workspace. I tried the Quesadilla – a grilled tortilla with smoky lime chicken (tofu also available), roast corn, black bean – I think there are around 240–250 around Australia. and jalapeño salsa, topped with coriander and chipotle sour ‘I used to know everyone in the brewery scene; now it’s just cream and served with sweet potato crisps. about impossible. ‘I put my own twist on everything,’ she says. ‘I use wholefoods, ‘The beer industry is a good thing to be in. Normal beer sales local produce where I can, native flavours at times, and aim for are staying static; they’re flat-lining. The craft industry is going wholesome, delicious global flavours.’ upwards. ‘As a nation, we’re enjoying a revolution with food and wine, and An experienced chef, Jacqui likes to add variety to her menu – for the benefit of both her customers and herself. So, in addition now beer. to two regular dishes (including the quesadilla) for those who ‘With food, as a kid it was all chops and three veg. There wasn’t return wanting more, she offers a ‘phantom dish’ – one that the influence of overseas that there are now. Then it happened changes daily. On the day I visited, the phantom was a grilled with wine – there were only very standard wines when I was turkey, lemon myrtle and kale burger. younger, and now there is a huge variety. Also regularly changing is Jacqui’s drink offering – a spritzer. ‘The same thing has now happened with beer. A lot of places The grapefruit, lemon, strawberry and mint version and was a now match food with beer, delightfully refreshing partner which is a great experience. to my perfectly spicy quesadilla. ‘People have got used to, and Food Story is directly across the now demand something more road from Harvest but there interesting with better quality. is no rivalry between the two. And they are prepared to pay ‘We offer different things; we more for it.’ complement each other,’ says Thanks Pops. Jacqui. ‘All the businesses here have a village focus, we all support each other.’ With great food, rustic seating available next to the van and the gardens still delightful (despite receiving a hammering of golf-ball-sized hail a couple of weeks ago) Food Story offers every day a great addition to the village of Newrybar. Food Story: Outside Newrybar Merchants. Thurs– Sun 10.00am–2.30pm. Cash every Wednesday night only. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-/dairy-free options always available. PS: Thanks to Alessandra, a Open daily for lunch from 11.30 am reader who suggested we write Open nightly (excluding Mondays) from 5.30pm about Food Story. Do you have Catering for functions up to 160 people a favourite food place you’d like to see us cover? If so, email MULLUMBIMBY RSL DINING ROOMS goodlife@echo.net.au. 6684 2533 58 DALLEY STREET

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Byron Bay Brewery burgers and beer

COFFEE COMPANY

This Friday October 6, the Brewery are launching their new burger concept restaurant. The Brewery is a great place to bring kids, as the service is fast and friendly, there is a special kids’ menu that (for U12s) includes burgers, fish and chips or chicken plus a drink and dessert for just $12. We ate recently just before seeing a movie at the Pighouse Flicks. As you’d expect with a venue run by Lion Nathan, there’s a great range of wines, but of course what is actually made all around you as you are eating is beer. The fact is that beer such as The Hazy One, that actually tastes good, is being created in the vats surrounding you while you eat, and you can drink it; it’s the beer version of eating at a restaurant where you can see the kitchen garden, then reach out and pluck a tomato. The Hazy One is brewed here, and is served here on tap along with the other beers, but you can’t take it away at present as the Byron brewing vats are not large enough to do bottles or cans. However, as we reported on 22 August, in a few weeks you WILL be able to take away cans of The Hazy One, brewed by Byron head brewer Alastair Gillespie in the group’s Adelaide brewery. More info: echo.net.au/2017/08/byron-bay-industry-brewing-beer/ Byron Bay Brewery: 1 Skinners Shoot Rd, Byron Bay Ph 6639 6100 or see byronbaybrewery.com.au

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Ballina RSL Club

New Menu Out Now!

Happy Chilli Garden

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

Some of our new dishes include... Charred miso and soy duck breast Slow cooked Moroccan lamb shank Smoked Argentinian sticky pork ribs Prawn poki bowl Zucchini, pea, mint and feta fritters

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

Targa Modern European

BRUNSWICK HEADS

Bernardi’s Gelato & Espresso Bar

New Salad Bar offering custom made fresh sandwiches/rolls/wraps. Mouthwatering Jaffle Menu. Free-range meats, gluten free options. Extensive Juice & smoothie Menu Traditional Italian Gelato made in house.

Open 7 days 9am–5pm Salad bar closes 3pm Juice bar closes from 4pm 22 Fingal St, Brunswick Heads 6685 1988

BYRON BAY

Foxy Luu’s

Fresh Asian street food served in:

ASIAN STREET EATS

At Woolies Plaza next to the bottle shop Open 7 days from 11am till late - BYO Facebook.com/FoxyLuus Instagram.com/foxyluus

A hip art haven by day & A playful den by night Try our mouth-watering loaded Bao sandwiches, bone-broth soups, salads and dumplings

Safya Cafe and Restaurant

Cafe: Specialty Coffee with Egyptian-inspired all-day breakfast, brunch & lunch

Corner of Fletcher St & Bay Lane, Byron Bay

Restaurant: Traditional Egyptian shared-style dining NOW OPEN for dinner from Thursday to Sunday

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

1/53 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby

Good Taste

Open Mon–Fri 6.30am– 4pm Sat–Sun 7am–4pm

Coffee Hot Chocolate Milkshakes Chocolates Fudge Light meals

Fresh Healthy Delicious

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

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Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street

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

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

Breakfast & Lunch: 7 Days Afternoon Share Food: from 2.30pm Tues to Sat Dinner: from 5.30pm Tues to Sat APERITIVO AFTERNOONS $12 Cocktails, $7 beers, $8 wines 4–6pm Tuesday–Saturday 1.30–2.30pm Sundays Live Jazz. Sunday 1st October 12:30pm Open Sunday Dinner 1st October

Trattoria Basiloco Open Wed to Mon from 5.30pm Closed on Tuesdays See menu, book a table, or order takeaway at www.basilo.co 30 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6680 8818

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

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

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

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

SENSATIONAL SEAFOOD *BEACHFRONT DINING* Open seven days Group bookings welcome functions@fishheadsbyron.com.au www.fishheadsbyron.com.au

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Success Thai

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Hog’s Breath Cafe

Join us and experience one of our diverse spaces Streetside, hidden garden, plush indoor hub or our window bar Mouthwatering modern Italian food & creative cocktails

111 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6685 6754

Open 7 Days, 11.30am-2.30pm Dinner from 5.30pm 9/4 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6685 5320 www.hogsbreath.com.au

BREAKFAST – LUNCH – DINNER Hours: 6.30am – late, 7 days (Dinner: Tuesday – Saturday)

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Mon/Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat/ Sun. Closed Tuesdays. Open from 11am–3pm Brunch until 3pm Open 5pm–Late Shop 10, Feros Arcade 23 Jonson St 6685 6845

Pasta Tuesdays $25 inc bevy. Book now!

Jonsons Restaurant Bar

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

Elixiba

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

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

Slo-mo Joes

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Legend Pizza

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

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

Luscious Foods

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

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

Gourmet burgers created by chefs

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

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

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

Summer Hours of Operation

St Elmo Dining Room & Bar Mon-Sat: 5pm till late. Sun: 5pm till 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. Self-serve Buffett Thai, Chinese and Korean

10 different options each day Open every day Self-Serve 12 Midday–9.30pm Take-Away from just $8 1/47 Jonson Street, Byron or Phone 6685 7732 Dine in ALL YOU CAN EAT (only Wednesday & Saturday) sura.asian.au@gmail.com + 1 can of drink just $12.90

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

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

SUFFOLK PARK

Tullys

Hidden away in the heart of the Suffolk shops, with

shop 12a, lot 3, Clifford St, indoor/outdoor seating and a tropical outlook, Tullys has a relaxed and casual vibe Suffolk Park shopping centre Serving up 5-star breakfast, lunch and takeaway options Open 7 days 7am–1pm 0438 933 148 Dinner - Friday–Sunday 5.30pm–10pm tullysplace.suffolkpark@ INSTAGRAM @tullys_place gmail.com

CATERING

CELEBRATIONS Celebrations Catering By Liz Jackson

www.stelmodining.com

Sura Asian Cuisine

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

Harvest

Open 7 days from 6pm The Italian Byron Bay provides a bustling atmospheric Sunday Lunch from midday. restaurant, dishing up contemporary inspired Italian cuisine and some of Byron’s finest Next to the Beach Hotel cocktails and wines. Bay Street 6680 7055 italianatthepacific.com.au Breakfast and Lunch: Mon–Sat: 7am–2.30pm, Sun: 7–11:45am Shop 3, 8 Byron Street, Byron Bay Japanese Ramen: Fri & Sat : 5–9pm, Sunday: 12pm–3pm next to Byron Quarter Apartments At Succulent Café, we aim to provide a range of healthy food choices by incorporating a food menu that strongly supports P 6685 5711 the local businesses in the surrounding communities. To keep up with the upbeat and healthy lifestyle of Byron, the café FB: succulent café Instagram: byronbaysucculentcafe chooses to restrict the use of Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), while advocating different eating choices, such as Vegetarian Fully licensed. Takeaway and group (Vegan), Gluten free, non-GMO, Dairy free and Organic booking available. available. wherever possible.

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Succulent Café

FRESH PIZZA BYRON STYLE

MULLUMBIMBY

New summer menu out now! Share plates, mains, desserts and famous Treehouse wood-fired pizza. Our kitchen is open all day and night. Presenting incredible original music in Byron’s most intimate atmosphere. Check our website or Facebook for the gig guide. facebook.com/treehouse.belongil treehouseonbelongil.com

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.

KINGSCLIFF

Cocktails, wine and beers served all damn day. Group bookings available, please email mainstreetburgerbar@gmail.com for reservations. Contemporary and Middle Eastern flavours • Breakfast and lunch • Wood-fired pizzas • Fresh juices • Great coffee www.lusciousfoods.com.au

Elixiba Plant Based Restaurant and Bar A delicious vegan dining experience. Tapas, mains and heavenly desserts all house made and gluten free. Exclusive craft beers, herbal elixirs, exquisite cocktails and a unique atmosphere. Dine in/Takeaway/Catering/Functions

BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management

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

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Property Insider Secondary Dwellings Course Secondary dwellings have become very popular in recent years. There are many reasons for their popularity – baby boomers downsizing without shifting, extra income to help pay the mortgage, affordable accommodation for extended family, and more. After spending many years designing secondary dwellings for their clients, Dave Lawrence, together with partner Ruth and son Jesse, decided to build their own. Having recently completed the house, Dave, a longtime Byron Community College tutor, designed a course aimed at sharing some of the

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lessons learnt. The first course booked out, but the good news is there will be another course offered next term. The course will be a mix of theory, including how to navigate through the often overwhelming ambiguous complexity of planning laws, to exploring alternative materials, design ideas and building methods. Site visits will also be included. For details: www. byroncollege.org.au/.

NSW Retirement Villages Inquiry: Have your say Retirement village operators and managers are invited to make a submission to the NSW government inquiry into the retirement-village sector. The inquiry, led by Kathryn Greiner AO, is examining retirement village business practices and protections for residents. It will look at concerns raised about the fairness and transparency of business practices of retirement villages in NSW. It will include: • transparency and honesty of marketing activities • clarity of fees and contractual rights and obligations for prospective residents and their families • suitability and fairness of village maintenance and operational practices to maintain resident safety

There are two calculators that can be used depending on the resident’s situation. Each calculator provides a cost estimate of the entry fees, ongoing fees, and exit fees. Understanding these fees can help residents work out if a particular village is right for them and their budget. The basic calculator gives a general overview for those in the early stages of considering moving to a retirement village. The detailed calculator provides a more tailored result, and is designed to be used with the new standard fees and charges table. From 1 September 2017, the table forms part of the disclosure statement provided to prospective residents when they show an interest in a retirement village unit. We encourage retirement-village operators • availability and cost-effectiveness of disputeand managers to share this calculator with any resolution mechanisms • fairness of arrangements to levy mainte- potential residents they may deal with. To learn more and to use the calculator nance fees to maintain the village and advisit http://rvcalculator.fairtrading.nsw.gov. dress building defects. au/. Make a submission online or by post.

Retirement village calculator Moving into a retirement village is not only a lifestyle choice, but an important financial consideration. NSW Fair Trading has developed the Retirement Village Calculator, an easy-to-use online tool to help potential residents work out the estimated costs of retirement village living.

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58 BRANDON STREET, SUFFOLK PARK • Fabulous family home with versatile and clever floorplan • Stunning kitchen with adjacent family lounge and dining area • Entertainers deck with leafy outlook, fully landscaped gardens • Plus a one bed, 1 bath studio ideal for extra income or guests • Short walk to Tallow Beach, shops, cafe and tavern • One of the most sought-after streets in beachside Suffolk

amazing sense of space on beautiful brandon Open: By Appointment Price: $1,750,000 to $1,800,000 Enquiries: Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698, Su Reynolds 0428 888 660

2/59 BRANDON STREET, SUFFOLK PARK 3

• Outstanding opportunity in beachside Suffolk Park • Ideal for both owner occupiers and investors • Set over 2 levels with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms • Light filled open plan kitchen, living and dining • Fantastic north facing entertaining areas • Only moments’ walk to Tallow Beach, shops and cafes Open: Auction: Enquiries:

Wednesday, 4 October 12.00 – 12.30pm Saturday, 7 October 10.00 – 10.30am Saturday, 21 October Onsite Paul Banister 0438 856 552

1 RICHMOND STREET, WARDELL 2

• Riverfront cabin + shed on large block • Walking distance to shops, opposite primary school • Great spot for fishing and crabbing • Mangrove and river views, direct access for boat or kayak • Zoned R3 Medium Density suitable for dual occupancy • Wonderful opportunity in the picturesque village of Wardell Open: Price: Enquiries:

Saturday, 7 October 1.00 – 1.30pm $435,000 Andrew Nieuwenhof 0468 740 019

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120 KENNEDYS LANE, EWINGSDALE

• Beautiful, elevated 5 acres on exclusive Kennedys Lane • Stunning and extremely spacious home + pool & entertainers deck • Views of Cape Byron Lighthouse and across rolling hinterland hills • Town water, 30m x 10m shed + great outbuilding for guests • Established trees, rich soil, level paddocks, riding area, north aspect • Minutes’ drive from Byron Bay, Mullumbimby and Bangalow

forthcoming auction. guide $2.2m - $2.4m Open: Saturday, 7 October 11.30am – 12.00pm Enquiries: James Young 0419 856 840 Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698

136 STUART STREET, MULLUMBIMBY 3

• 70s retro gem in the heart of Mullum • Spacious lounge with exposed timber beams and fireplace • Polished timber floors, covered entertainers patio • 505m2 block with easy care fenced backyard • Will appeal to both owner occupiers and investors • Fantastic location metres to shops, clubs and schools Open: Price: Enquiries:

Thursday, 5 October 11.00 – 11.30am Saturday, 7 October 11.00 – 11.30am $675,000 to $725,000 Helene Adams 0412 139 807

13 CEMETERY ROAD, BYRON BAY 3

• Newly renovated in prime Byron position • Spacious open plan living with soaring high ceilings • Modern chic kitchen, north east aspect • Large entertainers deck with beautiful leafy outlook • Roadhouse Cafe and direct access to Tallow Beach are nearby • Only minutes to the town centre, Main Beach and schools Open: Details: Enquiries:

Saturday, 7 October 9.00 – 9.30am Contact Agent Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698, Luke Elwin 6685 8466

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Property Spacious living, prime location

Noble Lakeside Park

4/17 Mahogany Drive, Byron Bay 34 Monarch Dr, Kingscliff $660,000 to $700,000 3 1 1 2 1 1

Ultimate beachside living! 1 Beach Avenue, South Golden Beach $315,000 Contact Agent 3 2 2

Low maintenance and perfectly positioned, this 3 bedroom townhouse presents an excellent opportunity for young couples, smart investors and empty nesters seeking carefree living. Features include a functional kitchen and dining area with adjoining lounge opening onto a covered deck and fenced backyard. Upstairs comprises the 3 bedrooms and central bathroom plus there is an additional separate toilet downstairs. Located 2km from the CBD and an easy walk to the beach and schools. The famous Roadhouse Cafe is across the road. Th is is a unique chance to establish yourself in the Byron Bay market.

This immaculately presented home is located in a very quiet area of the park and is just a short stroll from the swimming pool, tennis court, caravan/boat storage and workshop. The home features a good-sized entrance porch, spacious openplan living areas with Panasonic reverse-cycle air-conditioning and ceiling fans. The tiled kitchen has plenty of storage space and work surfaces/ benchtops and is complemented with a built-in Simpson fanforced oven/grill with cooktop, tiled splashbacks and a double stainless-steel sink. The home has two good-sized carpeted bedrooms with mirror door, built-in robes and ceiling fans. Tiled 3-way bathroom includes shower room, dressing area with vanity unit and a separate toilet. The home has a laundry located in an external building at the rear of the carport.

Open: Thursday and Saturday 9–9.30am Contact: James Young 0419 856 840 Helene Adams 0412 139 807 Byron Bay First National

Open: By Appointment Contact: Kelvin Price 0423 028 468 Mr Property Services

Absolutely Captivating 170 Boogarem Road, Koonyum Range 4 2 2

This 29 acre property is located on the edge of Mt Jerusalem National Park overlooking Mullumbimby and Brunswick Heads coastline. Renovated to architect designs it is spacious and completely private with majestic views. Open plan living areas with high raked ceilings, timber floors and large doors that open onto the patio. Kitchen, fitted with granite bench tops, European appliances and large walk in pantry. The house has a lower wing comprising guest quarters, a second living room and the den/study. The upper wing hosts master bedroom with views of the ocean, walk-in dressing room, ensuite with separate shower and access to the outside, and the third bedroom. The house can operate entirely ‘off the grid’ with a standalone solar power system, 135,000 litres of rainwater storage. There is a studio with two rooms and facilities located separately from the home. Double lockup garage with remote entry and beautiful saltwater pool.

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$2,495,000

‘Moonbeach’ – just 30 metres to the pristine sands and crystal clear waters of South Golden Beach. Offering the ultimate beachside escape, located in this unspoilt, peaceful seaside town, yet only a short distance to Byron Bay. Whether you’re seeking a beautiful home by the sea or beachside weekender, this striking home provides the ideal setting of understated luxury. Breathe in the fresh sea breezes or indulge in some sunbaking, surfing and sauntering along the sand. When you get peckish, simply stroll down to the local shops or discover the convenience of the Ocean Shores Shopping Village, Tavern, Golf Course and Country Club. This property has been described as “The best-kept secret in the Byron Bay region”, and it’s easy to see why! “Moonbeach” is quite simply its own slice of heaven on Earth. Whether you wish to invest or move straight in, we urge you to come and inspect “Moonbeach” to experience this captivating beachside home for yourself! By Appointment Open: Contact: Julie-Ann Manahan LREA 0411 081 118 Raine & Horne Ocean Shores / Brunswick Heads

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Fabulous Lifestyle 2/7 Oceanside Place, Suffolk Park Discover this Tuscan style rendered villa, in a purpose built block of 5, in beachside Suffolk Park This delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 'Villa Sienna' sits in a quiet cul-de-sac on a well maintained property. Enjoy the large light filled open plan living spaces downstairs, with high ceilings and adjoining private courtyards at the front, side and rear of the building. The upper level features three spacious carpeted bedrooms, all with ceiling fans, 2 with built ins, and a central bathroom with separate bath and shower. The generous master bedroom features its own ensuite bathroom and private balcony, the perfect place to capture the morning sun and enjoy adult quiet time. This lovely home will stand the test of time and is just a short walk to the beach, Suffolk Park shops, Cafés & Tavern. Currently tenanted at $750 per week, this is a perfect sea change home or investment opportunity.

Buyer Auction Guide $795,000 - $845,000 Scott Harvey 0412296872

To be Auctioned on site Saturday 28th October 2017 Agent declares interest

Open: Inspect by appointment Contact: Katrina Beohm 0467 001 122 Katrina Beohm Real Estate

Scott Harvey Real Estate 0412 296 872 www.scottharveyrealestate.com.au

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Property Project Paradise

Fabulous Lifestyle

Timber Slab Factory - Freehold

443 Upper Wilsons Creek Rd, Upper Wilsons Creek 2/7 Oceanside Place, Suffolk Park 1635-1651 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby $539,000 Contact Agent 1 1 3 2 1 Auction Guide $795,000–$845,000 2 1 2

A spectacular northfacing 13 acres (5.18ha) of unspoilt rainforest with views to the escarpment and Mt Jerusalem National Park and bordering the creek. Approximately 1.5 acres of useable land with assorted fruit trees and optional building sites to create your own private paradise just 22 minutes’ drive from Mullumbimby. This property is being sold for LAND VALUE and anything you can recycle out of the unapproved cabin onsite into your new dream home.

Inspect: By Appointment ONLY Contact: Sally Packshaw 0474 153 535 sallypackshaw@promullum.com.au Professionals & Mark Cochrane 02 6684 2615

Discover this Tuscan style rendered villa, in a purpose built block of 5, in beachside Suffolk Park This delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, double brick ‘Villa Sienna’ sits in a quiet cul-de-sac on a well maintained property. Enjoy the large light filled open plan living spaces downstairs, with high ceilings and adjoining private courtyards at the front, side and rear of the building. The upper level features three spacious carpeted bedrooms, all with ceiling fans, 2 with built ins, and a central bathroom with separate bath and shower. The generous master bedroom features its own ensuite bathroom and private balcony, the perfect place to capture the morning sun and enjoy adult quiet time. This lovely home will stand the test of time and is just a short walk to the beach, Suffolk Park shops, Cafes & Tavern. Currently tenanted at $750 per week, this is a perfect sea change home or investment opportunity. Agent declares interest

Inspect: Open home Saturday 12.30–1pm. Auction: Saturday 28th October 2017 on site. Contact: Scott Harvey 0412 296 872 Scott Harvey Real Estate

Iconic Mullumbimby business with separate residence on 1.13 hectares of land. Site of historic Livingstone’s Crossing, original dairy and bails. Unlimited potential. Currently crafting solid timber furniture and cabinetry, with extensive stocks of local and exotic timbers. Including large showroom and gallery, workshops, storage shed, staff rooms plus separate dwelling. All backing onto picturesque Mullumbimby Creek, regenerated rainforest, flat paddocks and small orchard. Run as is, develop further or launch your own project. Ideally positioned on the edge of Mullumbimby, a short walk to Mullumbimby High School and the town centre.

Open: Thursday 12–12.30pm Contact: Paul Prior 0418 324 297 Byron Bay First National

whatever home means to you, we’ll help you find it

SOLD B O AT H A R B O U R 327 Boat Harbour Road $750,000 Katrina Beohm 0467 001 122 4

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+ Enjoy panoramic elevated views from this gorgeous lifestyle property with original farmhouse + Eat in kitchen with wood heater. Master with ensuite, built-ins, views & access to the patio + Dairy bails, shed, old pig stye & chook pen. Ample water with creeks & rainwater tanks + Clean usuable acerage. Sealed road with school bus at gate. Close to local country cafes

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R H Ocean Shores /Brunswick Heads 6680 5000 View By Appointment Agent Julie-Ann Manahan LREA Licensee/Principal 0411 081 118 Charlie Markham Director 0437 733 157

1 Beach Avenue, South Golden Beach “Moonbeach” – Ultimate Beachside Living! Located just 30 metres from the pristine sands and crystal clear waters of South Golden Beach, this award winning architectural design by Gabriel Poole is simply stunning. Oﬀering the ultimate beachside escape, the property is conveniently located in this unspoilt, sleepy seaside town. “Moonbeach” is currently set up as a ﬁrst class Byron Bay style holiday rental, making good returns with potential to increase!

R H Ocean Shores /Brunswick Heads 6680 5000 View By Appointment Agent Jason Di mar Area Sales Specialist 0477 222 452 Julie-Ann Manahan LREA Licensee/Principal 0411 081 118

12 Po sville Road, Mooball Ultimate Family Lifestyle Set on a large, level 2780 square metre block, the property comprises the main house, large double Colorbond shed with carport. Inside the immaculately presented home, there are three bedrooms plus study, an open plan kitchen/dining/ lounge area, which ﬂows seamlessly onto the covered wrap around verandahs. • Village zoning & town water • Master with WIR and Spa Ensuite • 3 spacious living areas • Stroll to local shops and conveniences

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‘Fairway Gardens’ 49/73-101 Darlington Dr, Banora Point Low Maintenance Lifestyle or Savvy Investment Set in Banora Point’s popular “Fairway Gardens” complex, this immaculate single level villa represents a fabulous opportunity to live a lifestyle of leisure or perhaps invest for your future. The choice is yours! Just some of this property’s features include: • Open plan living and meals area • Light, bright and spacious kitchen overlooking the manicured garden • Auto garage with the security of internal access • Brick and tile construction for ease of maintenance • Public transport links to Tweed City and other coastal destinations are within a short walk

R H Ocean Shores /Brunswick Heads 6680 5000 View Saturday 11.00am – Midday Agent Jason Di mar 0477 222 452 Julie-Ann Manahan LREA 0411 081 118

Lot 1 Jones Road, Wooyung One of a Kind! Located conveniently between Byron Bay and the Tweed Coast, this acreage oﬀers an abundance of lifestyle options. • 5.27 ha (approx 13 acres) • 1.5km walk to Wooyung Beach • Approximately 60% of the property is cleared with the balance natural bushland • Bordered by Billinudgel nature reserve • Spring fed dam • Ocean glimpses from elevated potential home site.

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Open For Inspection ELDERS BANGALOW

PROFESSIONALS & MARK COCHRANE

• 10 Dinjerra Place, Mullumbimby. Wed & Sat 10–10.30am • 229 Rosebank Road, Rosebank. Sat 11–11.30am • 111 Coorabell Road, Federal. Sat 12–12.30pm

• 54 Robinsons Rd, Mullumbimby. Thu 5–5.45pm & Sat 11–11.45am • 3 New City Road, Mullumbimby. Sat 12–12.45pm

FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY

• Lot 1 Jones Road, Wooyung. Sat 11am–12pm

• 89 Wordsworth Street, Byron Bay. Wed 11–11.30am • 2/59 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Wed 12–12.30pm • 4/17 Mahogany Drive, Byron Bay. Thu 9–9.30am • 136 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby. Thu 11–11.30am • 6/114 Bangalow Road, Byron Bay. Thu 1–1.30pm • 11/30–32 Byron Street, Lennox Head. Thu 2–2.30pm • 892 Main Arm Road, Main Arm. Thu 2–2.30pm • 73 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. Thu 4–4.30pm • 4/17 Mahogany Drive, Byron Bay. Sat 9–9.30am • 13 Cemetery Road, Byron Bay. Sat 9–9.30am • 2/59 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. 10–10.30am • 73 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 11/30–32 Byron Street, Lennox Head. Sat 11–11.30am • 136 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.30am • 22 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am • 10 Coachwood Court, Federal. Sat 11.30am–12pm • 120 Kennedys Lane, Ewingsdale. Sat 11.30am–12pm • 18 Blackwood Crescent, Bangalow. Sat 12–12.30pm • 892 Main Arm Road, Main Arm. Sat 12–12.30pm • 1 Richmond Street, Wardell. Sat 1–1.30pm

SCOTT HARVEY REAL ESTATE • 16 Main Street, Clunes. Sat 10–10.30am • 2/7 Oceanside Place Suffolk Park. Sat 12.30–1pm

Auctions • 111 Coorabell Road, Federal. Sat 14 Oct 10.30am onsite • 229 Rosebank Road, Rosebank. Thu 19 Oct 6pm at Heritage House • 10 Dinjerra Place, Mullumbimby. Thu 19 Oct 6pm at Heritage House • 111 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow. Sun 5 Nov onsite

• 226 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow

FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES

• 2/59 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Auction 21 Oct

MCGRATH BYRON BAY • 3/174 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow. Sat 14 Oct 9.30am • 23 Leslie Street, Bangalow. Sat 14 Oct 11am • 226 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow. Sat 21 Oct 10am • 1/65 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 4 Nov 9am

PROFESSIONALS & MARK COCHRANE • 54 Robinsons Road, Mullumbimby. Thu 12 Oct 5.30pm

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES • Lot 1 Jones Road, Wooyung. Sat 4 Nov 11am onsite

SCOTT HARVEY REAL ESTATE

New Listings

• 1 Ann Street, Mullumbimby. Sat 10am • 72 New City Road, Mullumbimby. Sat 10.30am

FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY • 2/59 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Auction 21st October • Lot 2, 256 Midgen Flat Road, Broken Head. Contact Agent • 6/114 Bangalow Road, Byron Bay. $800,000 to $880,000

PRICE GUIDE $1,650,000–$1,750,000 INSPECT Thurs 5–5.45pm & Sat 11–11.45am CONTACT MARK COCHRANE 0416 142 663 RUTH RUSSELL 0402 855 929 EMAIL mark@promullum.com.au ruth@promullum.com.au OFFICE Mullumbimby 02 6684 2615

• 1/116 Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay. Sat 1pm

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES • 17 Binya Avenue, Ocean Shores. Thu 10–10.30am • 47 Elizabeth Avenue, South Golden Beach. Thu 11–11.30am

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Rentals – Open House FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY

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* Expansive executive retreat 6km from Mullumbimby * 2.952ha with panoramic views * Chef’s dream silky oak kitchen * Huge verandah, spacious open-plan living * Superb quality ﬁtout & ﬁnish * Self-contained guest quarters

• 5 Gibingbell Close, Ocean Shores • 15A Weeronga Way, Ocean Shores • 49/73–101 Darlington Drive, Banora Point • 12 Pottsville Road, Mooball • Lot 1 Jones Road, Wooyung • 474 Tweed Valley Way, Murwillumbah • 1 Ray Street, Murwillumbah

• 116 Main Street, Clunes. Sat 10.30–11am

54 Robinsons Rd, Mullumbimby

Stunning Elevated Residence

PROFESSIONALS & MARK COCHRANE • 3 New City Road, Mullumbimby. $845,000 • Unit 4/121 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby. $359,000 • 2163 Coolamon Scenic Road, Mullumbimby. $350,000

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MCGRATH BYRON BAY

LOIS BUCKETT REAL ESTATE, LENNOX HEAD • 18 Lakefield Avenue, Lennox Head. Contact Agent • 11 Stoneyhurst Drive, Lennox Head. Auction • 3/12 Shelly Beach Road, East Ballina. Guide $320,000 to $350,000 • 4/12 Shelly Beach Road, East Ballina. Auction • 2 Short Street, East Ballina. Auction

MCGRATH BYRON BAY

ELDERS BANGALOW

• 1/65 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Wed 4–4.30pm • 23 Leslie Street, Bangalow. Wed 5–5.30pm • 10 Wollumbin Street, Byron Bay. Thu 11.15–11.45am • 53 Fig Tree Lane, Myocum. Sat 10–10.30am • 680 Left Bank Road, Mullumbimby Creek. Sat 10–10.30am • 226 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow. Sat 10–10.30am • 1/65 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 10–10.30am • 174 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow. Sat 11–11.30am • 53 Ruskin Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am • 41/31 Hayters Drive, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am • 43/31 Hayters Drive, Suffolk Park. Sat 11.30am–12pm • 10 Wollumbin Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11.30am–12pm • 23 Leslie Street, Bangalow. Sat 12–12.30pm • 4/113 Broken Head Road, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm • 133 Foresters Way, Tintenbar. Sat 12.30–1pm • 30 Ryces Drive, Clunes. Sat 1–1.30pm

AUCTION

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES

• 13 Cemetery Road, Byron Bay. Contact Agent • 16 Wallaby Close, Ewingsdale. Contact Agent • 73 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. $3,000,000 to $3,300,000 • 871 Main Arm Road, Main Arm. $825,000

Timeless Classic Beauty Classic federation style home offers timeless character and charm. * Big wide verandahs and classic bullnose roof * Original polished timber ﬂoors and 10ft + high ceilings * Large lounge with ﬁreplace and spacious country kitchen * 948.5m2 block with dual title and rear lane access

* Big back garden, potential for a grannyﬂat. Located almost in the heart of town… just mins to the beach & Byron Bay. INSPECT Sat 12–12.30pm CONTACT Paul Eatwell 0414 466 111 OFFICE Mullumbimby 02 6684 2615

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Rural Retreat in Lennox

Stunning Rural Views to Mt Chincogan 12 Garden Avenue, Mullumbimby Light and spacious family home Separate teen retreat with kitchen, bathroom and laundry Fenced backyard Close to town and schools Separate study/bedroom

Close to river for a swim Established orchard and vege garden Wood-fire pizza oven and barbecue Amazing birdlife Offers from $785,000 Contact: 1300 578 504 forsalebyowner.com.au

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11 Stoneyhurst Drive, Lennox Head Unique residence on sprawling 2 acre block with elevated hinterland views Stacker doors on 2 walls open up, creating a large indoor/outdoor living space Exposed brick walls and timber lends to a rustic feel throughout home Expansive timber deck & pool area with outlook – perfect for entertaining 1 bed spacious, self-contained studio perfect for extended families or Airbnb

Extensive lush gardens + large shed is suitable for workshop/granny Flat (*STCA) Rural living only moments from Lennox village & beaches

AUCTION On Site 21 October, 10am Inspect Saturday 1–1.30pm Contact: Lois Buckett 0428 877 399

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NEW LIST ING

Secure & Easy Living in Byron Bay 56/11–19 Cooper Street, Byron Bay Spacious 2-bed strata villa in immaculately maintained over-55s complex Both bedrooms have extra-large built-in robes, main has powder room Good-sized kitchen with dishwasher & plenty of bench space Open-plan living space flows to a generous & private covered deck area Plenty of storage options, A/C in living area, security screens throughout

Great location – walk to Tallow Beach & local bus stop, close to Byron CBD Onsite management, indoor heated pool & community club house

AUCTION On Site 21 October 12noon Inspect Saturday 10–10.30am Web Id: 1P1171 Contact: Lois Buckett 0428 877 399 Clayton Papillon 0474 922 599

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ENTERTAINMENT

ISSUE# 32.17

OCT 4 – 11, 2017 Editor : Mandy Nolan Editorial/gigs : gigs@echo.net.au Copy deadline: 5pm each Friday Advertising : adcopy@echo.net.au P : 02 6684 1777 W : echo.net.au/entertainment

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DAMIAN WRIGHT OF BANDALUZIA BRINGS HIS FLAMENCO GENIUS TO BANGALOW THIS WEEK. With a performance that pays tribute to the tradition’s historical origins and to the most contemporary and his personal interpretations of this incredible artform. He spoke with The Echo about his upcoming show. What is it that is unique about flamenco guitar? How did that style of playing evolve?

from a background saturated in tradition but having found exciting and fresh ways of playing flamenco. In their playing you can hear a richness of harmony and rhythmic creativity that is drawing from a wider field of musical influence than previous generations and at the same time is continuing the tradition in an identifiable way.

I think the unique aspects of the flamenco guitar are its intricate strumming techniques called rasgueados, which are immediately identifiable as flamenco and give the opportunity for the player to develop rich rhythmic patterns and textures. The other aspect is the role of the guitar, not only as a soloist or accompaniment to the singer but also its unique role in accompanying flamenco dance and the interplay between the two. Flamenco guitar playing evolved a lot through concepts introduced by some of the greats of the artform, especially Ramon Montoya and Paco de Lucia, taking ideas from classical and jazz guitar as well as further developing unique techniques already found in flamenco, including the many uses of the pulgar (thumb technique), which is a direct descendant of the Arabic lute tradition.

How much of you can you bring to the flamenco style but still keep the signatures of the tradition?

Has it changed much with contemporary players?

Why is it so passionate? Does a player experience intense feelings when the song they are playing expresses them?

It’s exciting times in modern flamenco guitar playing with phenomenal young guitarists such as Diego del Morao and Dani de Moron coming

Flamenco has its specific forms and traditions that are its essential characteristics and have evolved from the experiences and personalities of the flamenco artists of Andalucia. That being said it has also continued to be a progressive music through all stages of its existence and especially in the last 50 years or so it has extended the palette of colours. I try to connect to who I am as an artist, what motivates and influences me in a larger musical sense, and to incorporate this into my performance while keeping the characteristics of the artform intact. With my ensemble Bandaluzia we have added influences from as far wide as Debussy, Radiohead and contemporary dance etc…

I think as a result of the circumstances of the gypsy people, the general

hardship of the people of Andalucia 150–200 years ago, flamenco developed not only as a way pf celebrating festivities within the family or community but of also as a cathartic outlet, by poetically expressing the dire situation of the people. This in turn creates a sentiment that to this day we can all tap into to some point and I think that makes the feeling in the music and dance eternal. Any performance of flamenco requires the artist to transmit this to the audience for its ‘magic’ to occur, for the audience to connect to that source. What have been your recent gig highlights? I loved performing at the Adelaide Guitar Festival last year. Just having a festival dedicated to the celebration of guitar at that level and among some of the world’s greatest guitarists was a great experience. Performing my solo show at the Rajasthan International Folk Festival in a 600-year-old fort was unforgettable. How did studying with Pepe Justica in Spain influence your playing? Pepe was a great maestro for me in that he really instilled the importance of technique and clarity in my playing, always trying to create melodies and phrasing that have flow and using an emphasis on technique to give ease in expressing musical ideas as opposed to solely a means to speed.

Tell me about the workshop. Who should attend? In the workshop I’ll be presenting the flamenco guitar, its origins, the unique techniques associated with the style, simple musical examples and their connections to the culture of flamenco. There will also be a great emphasis on the rhythm in flamenco through palmas (percussive handclaps). Anyone with an interest in flamenco can attend – no prior flamenco experience necessary as much of the workshop is based on the culture of the artform with musical examples catered to the individual’s ability. What should we expect for your local gig?

From the fairyland, sailing the depths of the seven seas, Rosie MissChief takes you on a magical journey through reggae, dancehall, dub, drum’n’bass and gypsy jazz, with a taste of folk blues and hip-hop. She is one of the many exciting performers you can look forward to at Island Vibe at the end of this month. Who are you looking forward to seeing at Island Vibe? We are excited to see 4’20’ sound with Parly B, Havana Meets Kingston Soundsystem w Mr Savona, Dubshack, Isaac Chambers, Elementary Hi FI, JPS, Alkemia, Hoop Dogg, Miss Friby, Master Wolf, Almost Lazy and Bonnie Love. There are so many amazing artists to check out! What is unique about the festival? Island vibe has a uniquely chilled, friendly atmosphere and a consistent lineup of quality roots acts from around Australia.

I’m really excited to be presenting my solo show in the Byron area. My idea for this solo tour was to present the great variety of musical styles that are found in flamenco and perform these contrasting styles with sharing a touch of the history and personal connections and thoughts on the world of the flamenco guitar that I love so much.

What have you been working on lately?

Damian Wright performs at the Bangalow Catholic Hall on Friday at 8pm. Tix are $20 and can be purchased on www.trybooking.com/ RXXA or at the door.

What should we expect for your festival show?

Workshop is Saturday 11am– 12.30pm with tickets on www.trybooking.com/RXXC RSVP essential.

We have been recording our first album, which is due to be released this summer while we develop new material for our live show. How do you like an audience to engage with your gig? Dance, smile, sing, laugh, wiggle, let your colours fly.

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SOAPBOX

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DEAR TOURIST, You’re killing us. You may not know me, but we know you. In fact we’ve known you now for well over 20 years. You’ve had an impact on our life. A lot. For better at times, but these days mostly for worse. When you are having the best two weeks of your year, I can guarantee that we are having our worst. You can tell who we are. Have a look around. See that person trying to get a park outside the post office, the one who had their indicator on but you crossed double lanes and nabbed the space? The one who has gone bright red and is giving you the finger and seems to be calling you unpleasant things? That person lives here. They were planning on sending a letter. Probably a cry for help. Strangely you barely know we exist. Yet we live here. We aren’t on holidays. We are trying to get on with our daily lives. Most of us don’t really benefit that much from your being here. Only an elite few. I don’t know if anyone has ever told you that. There are people in Byron who live here, work here, shop here, send their kids to school here, who find your presence rather upsetting. It’s not that you’re not welcome. You are. In fact, we all know that we need you. Just not so many of you. Could you perhaps ring each other before you turn up and work out some sort of roster? Could you not bring so many cars? Some people are having highways diverted through their backyards and while it makes things better for you it has impacts on our local people’s quality of life. And the environment. What’s left of it. You may have seen the environment. It’s that thing along the coastline that you all want to see. Because you all come here with your cars now we can’t park in our villages and now we have to pay for parking. If one of our children has an accident and we have to rush them to hospital it can take three times as long to get there. On hot days we don’t go to the beach because we know that you will be there and it will be so crowded people will be fighting in the carpark. And on the waves. Our surfers know that hundreds of you will be paddling out on your brandnew boards on our favourite breaks, mowing down our children in the shallows. So they go somewhere else too. We call it The Pass for a reason. At the height of summer if someone asks if I want to go to the beach I say

‘Pass’. Wategos is Wategone. We pay huge rates to service the infrastructure needed to keep you in Byron Bay. If you live in a country town in the Shire outside of Byron you’re lucky to see a cent spent on any public infrastructure in your area. You must think that your coming here means that we have lots of money to spend on public works. It’s actually a game of Monopoly. That money goes to the people who hold the best property and the rest of us idiots are left paying for public works. Our rates go to maintaining your holiday playground. We don’t get to use it much. And to top it off, there aren’t enough of us to keep it to the standard that it should be. So we have to pay more. That makes us not like you very much. No-one has ever properly supported a bed tax that might have helped. You probably wouldn’t even mind paying $1 a day to stop our giving you the evil eye, but for some mysterious reason people in power would rather the most disempowered people pay. That’s how the tax system works I guess. The more money you have the more money you have to spend on avoiding spending money. There’s barely a public toilet in the region any of us can use. Except those ugly metal ones that look like space garbage from an intergalactic prison. If you take longer than 10 minutes to do your business you will have an audience. Which is okay for me because I’m a comedian and I still love a good poo joke. With the number of you people here you’d think our public parks would be state of the art. They’re filthy. Overcrowded. And not somewhere you’d take your kid. Unless you didn’t mind their chewing on broken glass and ciggie butts. Anyway most of our parks are where our homeless have to live. Because see those houses you are staying in? Most of those were supposed to be our homes. And because you will pay so much to have a holiday in them our residential market is so competitive that more than 100 people might turn up for a rental inspection on a rundown three-bedroom suburban house being leased for $1k per week. We have people living in their cars. On couches. In tents. In the dunes. So, dear tourist, I don’t want to be rude, but we need a break. So would you mind going somewhere else this year? Love The Community.

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My wig fell off onstage in a performance. Good times.

LADY SLUG PLAY MULLUM COMING OUT OF LISMORE, LADY SLUG ARE HEADED UP BY KODI TWINER, AND FEATURE BEN JACKSON, LUKE ROSTEN AND LACHLAN DWYER. Playing a genre called nu-jazz, this dynamic and edgy little ensemble have that certain mystique that could see them destined for greatness. Definitely on the watch list. Kodi spoke with The Echo from Bali. In August the band played Gig on the Green at the Australian Embassy in Jakarta. You have been labelled ‘multi-dimensional freaks’. What does that mean exactly? No-one knows. We got called that by the editor of Beat magazine when we played in Melbourne for the first time. We’re taking it as a compliment. What attracts you to this genre; what is the freedom in jazz and soul that you love most? It’s been a challenge to give our music a genre. I’d say Ladyslug is nu-jazz. We didn’t have a genre in mind when we first started writing; it’s progressive and is taking form as we mature as an ensemble. Neo-soul has been mentioned, and we dig that style, but all these other flavours come out when we write. Kodi, what’s your background in music? I’m a vocalist. Right now I’m studying Honours in Indonesia focusing on composition, arranging, electronic beats and songwriting. I studied Contemporary Music at Southern Cross Uni where I met Ben, Luke and Lachy (Ladyslug). Before that I was in a local band called Hunter and Smoke. I grew up in regional QLD doing musical theatre. We did Beauty and the Beast and I got cast as a napkin/‘Gaston's silly girl #3’.

Tell me a little about your thesis on gender in the music industry. My thesis project is a response to the underrepresentation of women in music, and creative response to the Anthropocene. The marginalisation of women in music is a symptom of the the wider, systemic oppression of women. Australia is full of diversity; that should be reflected on our stages! There are stories we need to be hearing, and as a community we need to support and make room for the tellers of those stories. I’m exploring ecofeminism, and its intersectionality, through my music practice. My thesis contextualises the multidisciplinary performance I’ve written, NAGA BUAH coming in 2018. How are women treated differently in the music industry, do you think?

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There's no one answer to this question but we can start by addressing the obvious. The play gap. There are invisible biases symptomatic of wider social conditioning of gender roles. These invisible biases become tangible when you look at the data. Splendour 2016 had 74 per cent all-dude lineup. Groovin the Moo 79 per cent dudes. Falls fest 68 per cent dudes. No major record label in Australia is owned by a woman. The board of the ARIAs is all male. Only one in five APRA members is female. Why? I know heaps of women making top-quality shit that should be right up there.

Aussie rock royalty Sarah McLeod is heading to Byron Bay in support of the release of her first album in 12 years, Rocky’s Diner. The ARIA-award-winning platinumselling artist will stop drop into the Byron Bay Brewery as part of her huge national tour. The epic Rocky’s Diner tour will run from October right through to December, and will showcase her newest work, which marks a radical change of creative gears for Sarah.

What should we be expecting for your performance at Mullum Music Festival?

McLeod created the album in near-complete isolation during a three-month stint in New York. She bunkered down in the bitter cold, watching the world go by outside her Brooklyn apartment, finding her muse in watching the lives of locals. Following her huge achievements as the frontwoman of South Australian rock band The Superjesus, she made her first move as a solo artist in 2005 with her debut album Beauty Was a Tiger. Supporting Sarah will be 2017 Bluesfest Busking Competition winner Tay Oskee and talented duo Salt & Steel. Sunday at 7pm.

Multidimensional freakishness. I think. Still not sure what that means exactly but just come to our show.

Tickets are available now via Oztix. https://sarahmcleod.oztix.com.au/ ?Event=75788

Mullum Music Fest has 50/50 gender parity on the bill this year. Solid! Go, Mullum! If you’re a booker or journalist or radio host you have an amazing opportunity to support diversity, influence culture and create community. What is the essence of a Ladyslug gig? Behind the scenes: Effortless awkwardness. Onstage: Some of our songs are like beasts. Or huge monstrous slugs. Is that an essence?

SONGWRITING COMPETITION IF YOU ARE IN A BAND AND YOU’D LIKE TO PERFORM AT MULLUM MUSIC FESTIVAL’S 10TH ANNIVERSARY THEN GET WRITING AND ENTER THE ANNUAL PLAY MULLUM SONGWRITING COMPETITION. Fittingly, the theme for this year’s competition is ‘Celebration’ as Mullum Music Festival celebrates 10 years of creating musical magic this year. Entries will be shortlisted by the Mullum Music Festival team and a winner will be selected by esteemed music supervisor and publisher Norman Parkhill. Get writing and recording (a simple video recorded on a mobile phone will do) or send your already themed song in to the Play Mullum ‘Celebration’ Songwriting Competition for your chance to win a 30-minute performance at the festival on Sunday 19 November and two festival passes. Entries close Friday 27 October. Bands and individuals can apply. Head to mullummusicfestival.com for full details and application forms. Play Mullum ‘Celebration’ Songwriting Competition applications now open. Closing date Friday 27 October. Tickets for the festival, lineup and competition details can all be found at mullummusicfestival.com.

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AMERICAN IN TEXAS

IN BYRON BAY Lifelong friends and punk band SGW (Surgeon General’s Warning) look to bust out of small-town Texas as 1990 comes to a close. While the 24-hour newscasts market Operation Desert Storm and devotion to country at any cost, the band drops acid, plays gigs and carries out calculated acts of vandalism around town.

that is life affirming, and solidifies the bonds that naturally occur, that help us make friends, and it feels like a brotherhood.

PEDONE: We worked with several other writers who gave us notes and helped us with defining the voices for the characters. We wrote for several years, so the characters took on different weight and personalities as we refined the story, and as we developed their backstory.

FLOYD: We all met as teenagers; the bonds that were created in those early years have shaped all of our lives. Lines weren’t drawn around friendships; we didn’t care about anything other than character. We Faced with the reality of a dead-end protected and helped each other and FLOYD: Again, the characters are job at the chemical plant, a life in that is what friendship is about – it is based on us and several of our the oilfield or fighting a war that friends and the experiences we had about love and strength. has no meaning to them, they see together. their band as the one ticket out of Where did you idea for the How do you develop and maintain town. As they plot their escape to narrative come from? tension in the film? Los Angeles, the boys find out that PEDONE: It is based on the lives what holds them together could be PEDONE: I would say – Do we and madness that was our group the one thing that can tear them develop and maintain tension? I of about 12 friends who made up apart. Filmmakers and co-writers hope we are able to do that for an several bands. Some of the events Anthony Pedone and Stephen Floyd audience. I am not sure. It is hard for are exaggerated so not an exact spoke with The Echo about their film me to know. Our assembly cut was retelling. American in Texas. over 200 minutes. For me the film FLOYD: A lot of the elements of feels like a grand overview of characWhat was the underlying ethos the narrative are true; many of the ter arcs and plot points. I ultimately that you wanted your film American characters are composites of us and hope that someone will accept my in Texas to deliver? our friends during that time period. pitch to make this a series instead of PEDONE: Question authority and the We took loads of hallucinogens and a 90-minute feature. instruments of control. Follow your saw behind the wall so to speak; we FLOYD: Tension is developed during passion and find safety in the truth of saw that it was control and chaos the writing but post production driving the bus we were on. The friendship. hones and concentrates tension that levers were being pulled by things FLOYD: There is hope and tragedy is captured in filming. Editing is part we couldn’t quite see but we could in truly resisting the madness of the of writing and editing is a huge part feel it. In the last years before the crowd. internet and 24-hour surveillance we of filmmaking. What is the role of friendship in got away with seeing and doing a lot How aware are you of this in the your film? of things that would be impossible filming process or does it happen today. I’d been thinking of telling this in the edit? PEDONE: Friends are those who we surround ourselves with who believe story/our story for quite a while but it PEDONE: In the filming part I wasn’t was only around the time of our first thinking about run time. You are in in our dreams. There are all kinds of people around who will tell you what film together that serious talk about the moment and letting the scene it began. Over the course of seven you can’t do or don’t have the perrun. We did lots of improv, and dead years we wrote and refined the narmission to do. Friends will say, ‘Let’s rolls of the kids’ interactions. In the rative to what is now. do this,’ and when you are writing edit, there was lots of scene movesongs and performing – just becoming an adult, the creative energy of

How did you develop your characters?

ment. The scene order in the script is very different and runs much longer.

TYSON’S TRAIN’S A-COMING This Sunday Steve Tyson launches his new album Wrong Train, Right Station, an impressive composition that sees Tyson playing every instrument on his album – something he says he never set out to do.. ‘I didn’t set out to do that. Once the songs started coming, I went into my studio and just started putting down demos. I would play the drums in my very ordinary, very basic manner, with a view to calling in my usual go-to man Dave Parnell (Rough Red) at the appropriate time to put down some real beds. I have a very basic, student-quality drum kit, and I just used that. Same with the bass. I was putting down stuff so John Barr, who I have been playing in bands with for over forty years, could come in and play the real lines. I have an old no-name bass that I bought in a pawn shop over thirty years ago, and have never changed the strings on – never – and used that for the demos. The thing about that old bass is that put Experience Byron’s newest through the right outboard mid-century destination gear in the studio, it sounds Discover your next rare furniture amazing.’ He says he changed ﬁnd at our showroom today his mind because the songs kept coming. ‘I had a vision, a very firm idea, of how I Studio 2/8 Grevillea St wanted the songs to sound, Byron Bay Arts & Industrial Estate 0421 277 212 and when I sat back and case22.com.au case22byronbay listened to what I had done, I thought, you know what, that

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What is it about that particular time, the first Gulf War, that you feel is pivotal in American history? PEDONE: It is the last war we started before the internet, and the media got to ramp up the support for the war and simultaneously help steer the narrative with what is now a 27-year-long PR campaign, complete with a few rebranding moments along the way. Desert Storm, Desert Shield and finally the War on Terror. To watch the Nayirah footage (proven fake) that was used to sell the war with tales of Saddam’s men throwing babies out of the incubators and you can see how easily they were able to manufacture the consent and gain the American people’s support to sign off on the invasion. FLOYD: The late 80s/very early 90s were some of the last years before the rise of the internet in our country and then later of course all around the world. Counterculture spread through music and words in books, newspapers, magazines. There was a sense of a shared experience then that no longer exists; everything now is so programmed and targeted to smaller and smaller demographic niches. This era was the start; cable TV needed more content and the war served that purpose. Media couldn’t wait to sign up for access to embedded positions with the armed forces. The message that we were saving a small country from an evil dictator and that same small country needed saving because it was democratic had been used many times over. Reporters were not allowed to go where Norman Schwarzkopf didn’t

want them to go, didn’t hear what he didn’t want them to hear, so neither did the public hear or know what was really going on. The success of this partnership helped sell the public on the 2003 invasion of Iraq and the deaths of millions in the Middle East and elsewhere. Not that they wouldn’t have done it anyway; there were massive protests to the war all over the world but nothing was changed. The illusion of choice – join us or resist – either one leads to the same thing: feeding the controlling machine. How did you shoot this? PEDONE: It was shot on two REDs, some on C500, dome on Blackmagic URSA. Zeiss glass. How long did it take? PEDONE: Total shoot days: about 40. How did you fund it? PEDONE: We had a successful crowdfunding campaign that allowed us some freedom to develop the project, and raise some private funds. We had a great European coproduction opportunity come to us via US in Progress in Wroclaw. All of our colour, VFX and output were handled by Fixafilm and we had some sound design work done by Soundflower. Both of these companies are in Warsaw. Bianca and I spent a month out there working on the film in post. What should we expect for the world premiere of your film? PEDONE: You will have a great time. It is a chance to experience an alternative narrative of that time period. The film is sonic, and visually a real treasure to look at. The performances by the young cast are inspired, and the music is of the time, and of the region. The 11th Annual Byron Bay Film Festival is held over Friday 13 – Sunday 15 October in multiple venues throughout Byron Bay and surrounding suburbs. Program is out now. Tickets are on sale now via www.bbff.com.au.

is exactly the approach I want with the drums, that is exactly the approach I want with the bass. I wanted to achieve a very stripped-back, sort of naïve – dare I use a word that seems to be a bit over-used – organic approach. And with my playing I certainly got that. So I made a decision to go that way completely, and just play everything myself. I made the decision it would be all guitars, mandolins, banjos.’ Tyson sets off on an east coast tour to launch the record later this month, with the local launch at Club Mullum this Sunday at 3pm. He will be joined by his touring band The Train Rex, consisting of his longtime bassist John Barr and Sydneybased drummer Andy Kirkcaldie, plus Brisbane guitarist Ian Shawsmith. Ash Bell will be special guest opening the show, and no doubt jumping onstage to sing the duet with Steve.

resented here and Stryka saw the need to fill the gap. Around this time a former soundman from the legendary UK Jah Trinity soundsystem had migrated to Adelaide and was developing his new system Earthshaker. This reinforced Stryka’s ambitions to build Heartical Hi-Fi (later Hi-Powa) and this was the foundation of Dub Club Melbourne.

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Dub Club Melbourne ran solidly for eight years before calling the last Basement Session in December 2015. Today Heartical Hi-Powa is based in the Byron Shire, continuing to present the culture with Dub Club Byron.

Missed out on a ticket to Falls Fest? Book an SAE Byron Campus Tour at sae.edu.au/booka-tour and you could go into the draw to win a double pass to the Byron Falls! As Byron Falls is sold out, this is a great way to have a look at what SAE has to offer and win yourself a chance to be part of the biggest party of 2018.

FINDING YOUR HI-POWA This month sees the 10th anniversary celebration of Dub Club in Australia. When Stryka D arrived in Australia in the early noughties, he recognised that the British reggae soundsystem culture, and its sub-genre dub, was un-rep-

The DCM Basement Sessions made waves within the Australian music community, being unique and innovative, and the first club night of its kind. Heartical Hi-Fi finally had the platform to represent and play without limitation or restrictions. The dances provided a place where dub and reggae fans could experience the music in its traditional medium and introduced sound system culture to a new audience.

Coorabell Hall on Friday. From 6pm. $15 on the door. Miss Brown’s Caribbean Kitchen will be on hand to tempt the taste buds.

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SCREEN PATHWAYS Since being selected for Screenworks 2017 Director Pathways Program, Bangalow-dwelling writer/director Sophie Hexter’s career has escalated. In the past 12 months she has directed a short documentary Drummer Girl as part of Create NSW’s Seed Program, completed a first-draft screenplay of her feature film, participated in the Accelerator Program at the Melbourne International Film Festival and is engaging one of Australia’s top film and television directors to mentor her in 2018. Opportunities like Sophie’s are now on offer to other regional NSW-based screen directors through Screenworks’ 2018 Director Pathways Program. Screenworks Director Pathways Program is open to screen directors who work in any genre and live in regional NSW. The program is best suited to early-career directors who are genuinely committed to building their skills and are looking for support and opportunities to further their career. Further details about the program and how to apply are available on Screenworks’ website www. screenworks.com.au.

LATIN DANCE FIESTA! The 12th Annual Byron Latin Fiesta is fast approaching. Dancers strap on their heels for 3–5 November 2017 at the Byron Theatre, the main festival

hub, and feeder venues throughout Byron to experience a weekend feast of latin music and dance. The 2017 daytime events feature more than 40 latin dance workshops for beginners to experienced dancers, masterclasses with international artists and a new talk series with motivational speakers. Across the four nights of the event, there are parties with a vast array of dance performances from international, national and local artists. Also, top live latin bands and a huge lineup of latin DJs playing all styles of latin music for great social dancing! International artists Mike Evens and Macarena Paton (France/Spain) will make their debut appearance in Australia bringing us the popular style of Urban Kizomba and returning internationals Edwin Ferreras, ambassador for the Dominican Arts and his partner Dakota Romero (DR/USA) will teach and perform Dominican Bachata, Bolero and Merengue. Saturday night will feature worldrenowned live band C Major & Son Veneno from Sydney. They have travelled the world together and conquered every stage they perform on. Friday night will feature live band El Timbon. This band is one of Australia’s newest groups, directed by Gustavo Cereijo from Chukale, together with some of the most talented musicians from Brisbane. Known as one of the

most affordable latin dance events in Australia, the Byron Latin Fiesta offers different ticket types to suit all budgets. The event offers something for everyone. Emerge yourself in the energy, the passion and the vibrancy of latin music and dance. Full passes, beginners passes and day passes are available on www.byronlatinfiesta. com.au.

STORIES IN THE CLUB This month Storytellers in the Club move to St Martin’s Hall for a session with featured storytellers Athol Compton, Zenith Virago, Paul Josif, Gabby le Brun, John Imbrogno and Jenni Cargill-Strong. Athol Compton is a local traditional custodian and former screen actor, who tells traditional and contemporary tales. In August, Athol gave welcome and told a modern tale of the ancient creatress banshee Dirrangan and this month he will again give welcome and share a story. Zenith Virago, deathwalker, adventurer, activist will share a tale about what death teaches about living life to the fullest, not missing those moments when life offers you something big! Paul Josif of the Ngara Institute worked for many years in health in Aboriginal communities in northern Australia and he’ll tell The Last Hunt

about a helping to make a documentary of the Pintubi people in the Western Desert. John Imbrogno is a passionate and gifted storyteller and musician and was a member of the Byron Circle of Tellers. He has been working with young men and men for more than 10 years and uses story as therapy in his work. He is a senior facilitator for a variety of rites-of-passage programs as well as men’s behaviour-change programs. Gabby le Brun of the Byron Bay Writers Festival and member of the Cassettes will tell IFO, the tragicomic tale of not heeding warnings, of showing off, of friendship, of doing stupid things in your 40s and a wakeup call. Jenni will tell the story that asks to be told on the day.

THE SHAPE OF THINGS Art Piece Gallery in Mullumbimby welcomes three minimalist, reductive artists to Mullumbimby after their shows in New York and Holland. With an international career stretching from Tokyo to New York, Brent Hallard has recently returned from extensive work at the Museum Waterland, Purmerend, Netherlands.

Now settled in Byron Bay, he continues to explore colour and dynamic dimensionality. Sydney-based Louise Tuckwell exhibits in Sydney and Melbourne. Her work is the most playful and the most personal of the three. Seeking a system of balance and harmony, Tuckwell uses the limitStories can be factual, fictional or fac- less combinations of colour, pattern, tional – which is a blend of the two. shape and texture for her vibrant, Stories in the Club is supported by the non-objective and subtly humorous The Ngara Institute, Creative Mulpaintings. Louise Blyton is based in lumbimby, Toastmasters, The Story Melbourne and is well known for her Tree Company and Stories on Foot. reductive pigment-on-linen works in More information about this event both 2D and 3D and for her matter-ofand Jenni’s storytelling workshops at fact simple shapes. She has exhibited www.storytree.com.au or call Jenni on in France, Germany, USA and England. 0403 328 643. Brought together by a similar aesthetSunday 4pm at St Martin’s Hall, ic, each artist seeks to interpret the 38 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby. concrete world we live in. Opening at Donation $10. Art Piece Gallery on Thursday at 6pm.

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The Quest will commence with registration from 8am at Future Dreamers HQ, 24 Marvell Street. Teams are then on a race to solve the given clues Tim Ross heads to the northern rivers which will have them interacting, for his first Byron Bay show this week performing, laughing, asking, answerat Case 22. The Aussie comedian is ing, sharing, fossicking and more, set to perform live at mid-century taking them to community sites and furniture specialists Case 22 on after businesses around town to complete being approached by the showroom’s tasks in the fastest time. Berri, who co-owners Kincade Wilks and Aaron is the Byron Flea Market organiser, Treloar. A huge fan of mid-century where the Quest will end, suggests: modern furniture, self-proclaimed ‘Get some friends together and form design nerd Ross has been performa team of 4–6 people, any age, and ing his one-hour show How much register at www.byronquest.com for for the green chair with the wooden just $5 for the whole team, as soon as legs? across Australia in various retail possible. spaces and the response has been This year Byron Youth Theatre overwhelmingly positive. Despite members will be involved as mysteribeing a regular visitor to the northous characters providing some of ern rivers, this will be Ross’s first live the tasks and challenges. For more show in Byron Bay. His show draws information and registration please inspiration from his latest book The visit www.byronquest.com. Rumpus Room, a collection of stories around his obsession with collecting furniture, Australian architecture and more. Friday at Case 22 from 6:30pm. Tickets $26 + fee . Available online The Drill Hall Theatre presents from www.case22.com.au. Australian play Do Not Go Gentle by Patricia Cornelius. This production is a collaboration between The Drill Hall Theatre Co and Everyman Theatre, Cardiff, Wales. The play employs the Ready for a challenge? Good at solvmetaphor of Robert Falcon Scott’s ing riddles? Love working out clues? ‘long and ultimately fatal trek’ to Grab some friends, make a team, reg- reach the South Pole in 1912 with ister online or on the day and come the reality of the ageing process. join the biggest all-ages scavenger Patricia Cornelius’s Gentle heroes are hunt called Byron Quest on 14 Octo- elderly characters who inhabit the ber. Now in its fourth year, organisers polar explorer’s expedition, even Chad Kolcze from the Uncle Project taking their names. Scott, Bowers, and Berri Drum from Byron Youth Wilson, Oates and Evans grapple with Service are excited to announce some life’s big questions, pitting their wits major prizes for this year’s event. against the ‘dying of the light’ (or do

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they?). As they trudge across an ‘alien landscape’ questions emerge about the nature of their ‘fragile world’ and who they really are. There is a genuine response to life’s sufferings and challenges and a silent prompt: to never be so afraid of death that we forget to live. The play has just been performed in Cardiff and returns to Mullumbimby for six performances from 13 October.

DOWNE AND OUT! Owing to overwhelming demand, Murwillumbah’s most famous hand model and TV personality, Bob Downe, is back in Bruns! As one of Australia’s most-loved and enduring comedy characters, Bob Downe promises to have the audience in stitches as he couples a signature cheeky irreverence and razor sharp wit with a warm innate likability. It’s hard not to fall in love with his madcap character as he glides and jives his way through an eclectic array of feel-good, high-energy show tunes and hilarious, laugh out loud standup. Unequivocally lauded as Australia’s greatest MC, Bob Downe will tear the roof off of the Picture House with his own brand of flamboyance and sparkle! Don’t miss out on the Prince of Polyester’s return in these Byron Shire exclusive shows! Adult tickets are $30. Concession $27. 10 per cent discount is applied during the early bird period. Friday 13 and Saturday 14 October at the Brunswick Picture House tickets at brunswickpicturehouse.com.

TEENS TO QUEENS Miranda Chance, founder of ModernRites, has created a mother-and-daughter Teens to Queens rites-of-passage program to help deepen the bond between mothers and daughters, giving them a solid base, to empower them to have ongoing honest and open dialogue about some of the trickier issues in life. Teens to Queens pays homage to the ancient transformational qualities of rites of passage while keeping a strong connection with the teens of today so the investment is worth their while and relevant to the world they are living in. By studying the origins and looking closely at the structure and key components of a rite of passage, Teens to Queens is compilation of observations and invaluable insights from discussions with teens combined with traditional processes while offering a modern-day focus. In collaboration with Future Dreamers the first Teens to Queens program is being held over 3–5 November 2017, and is presented as 3-day glamping experience at the beautiful and renowned Coorabella property in the Byron Bay hinterland. The program offers a vital foundation for future growth and resilience. For further information and bookings visit teenstoqueens.com.au or email info@teenstoqueens.com.au.

FROCK UP FOR LOVEMORE! Lovemore Cabaret is a chance to frock up, have fun, and be part of a joyous community activation in support of marriage equality. Organiser Dee Dee Chenille, Lismore’s first burlesque exchange student from Whakatane, New Zealand, says art, creativity and humour are often the best ways to ‘go deep’ and really touch people’s hearts.

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‘Like many, I’ve been horrified by the hatred and bigotry that has spewed forth as part of the “respectful debate” surrounding the marriage equality plebiscite,’ she said. ‘As a New Zealand citizen, who’s unable to vote, I’m taking positive action by organising an event in celebration of love – which is what marriage equality is all about. ‘I’ve never subscribed to trans-Tasman rivalry – pavlova, Phar Lap, Crowded House… who cares? The Bledisloe

A multifaceted performer and colourful chameleon, Dee Dee Chenille made her international burlesque debut at the Lismore Bowling club in 2013, performing with Babes Against Gas as part of a Knitting Nannas fundraiser. Dee Dee Chenille and her dance troupe The Flannelettes will perform a saucy, satirical marriage-equality burlesque number, joined onstage by special guest star, former Lismore mayor Jenny Dowell, who will be crowned Queen of Lovemore on the night, in honour of her support for marriage equality along with diversity and inclusiveness in all its many facets. The Lovemore Cabaret lineup includes MC Mae Wilde, who’s bringing along a sexy side-dish to assist with a marriage medley, the artistic partnership behind Killer Fridays – Essie Thomas and Alikeen Killer – sharing a story of long-distance love expressed through music and dance, and Spiral Orbit, who’s been described as ‘an angel of liberty and gender fluidity’. Other performers include Arte Gitana Flamenco, Jex Lopez and the Gravediggers, Foxy Brown-Eye, Vinegar Tom, Dragan Zan Wright and pop-up cameos galore. Lovemore Cabaret, this Saturday at 7.30pm, Star Court Theatre. Pre-sales $22, $18 (concession), $11 (under 12s accompanied by a full-price adult) www.starcourttheatre.com.au or $33 on the door.

FROM SPORTY SPICE TO COMEDIC ADVICE… International-award winning comedian Greg Burns has hobnobbed with the best of them. He’s dated Sporty Spice. He’s appeared in episodes of The Office. He has also hosted the Summertime Ball from Wembley Stadium, which probably stands as one of the world’s biggest live gigs. He has worked in shows such as Have I Got News For You and The Catherine Tate Show and has 10 years experience working the UK comedy circuit as a club favourite. It’s no wonder, Greg is hilarious, and has that natural infectious charm complimented by his well constructed and clever routines. In the UK Greg is renowned for being one of London’s most well-loved broadcasters. Google him and you’ll find a host of pictures of him swanning the red carpet. He was brought out to Australia by NOVA as their mornings host. Slick, charismatic and loaded with material, The Sunday Times says ‘As loveable comedian as you’re likely to find. Confident, funny and Clever.’ He performs at the Byron Services Club on Saturday 21 October with support by exciting Aboriginal Comedy Allstars newcomer Matt Ford. Hosted by loved local funny woman Mandy Nolan, this is sure to be a night of world-class laughs. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets $25/30 online at mandynolan.com.au, at the club or book on 6619 0529.

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ENTERTAINMENT PLUTO, DISCOVERED CONCURRENTLY WITH NUCLEAR FISSION, IS ASTROLOGICALLY ASSOCIATED WITH PROFOUND, SEISMIC UPHEAVAL. ITS PRESENCE IN CAPRICORN CAN BE BEST UTILISED THROUGH THE ENERGIES OF THIS SATURN-RULED SIGN: RESPONSIBLY AND WITH DISCIPLINE… ARIES: With attraction factor Venus and motivating Mars spending so long together in the sign of getting it right, this week’s about partnerships and teamwork. Think creative collaboration. Refresh relationships. Renew old contacts. Follow up new connections. And however enthused, exercise restraint and consideration during late-week Aries full moon. TAURUS: Three planets in Venus-ruled Libra, plus Mars/Venus conjunct in your personal pleasure zone, make this week about beautifying life on all levels, from physical presentation to environment to interactions. Combine your artistic instincts and talent for practicality to improve health, upgrade working conditions, stress less and enjoy more. GEMINI: Eloquent, articulate Mercury in sweettalking Libra makes you this week’s golden-voiced, honey- tongued charmer – so watch out, world! But you also need to listen up, Twins, to your own inner democracy recommending when to press agendas, and when Saturn’s squares are advising to pull back and modulate your responses.

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LIBRA: The delicious triplicity of Mercury, sun and Jupiter buff up your Venusian sector for a lovely, lively Libran birthday week. With Mars/Venus conjunct in the sign of order and symmetry conducting the Virgo medicine show, mixed signals clear, crossed wires untangle and last month’s dramas settle to fertilise fruitful new opportunities. SCORPIO: If you’ve danced with some personal demons recently, Pluto on the move’s ready to engage your legendary willpower in a clutter-clearing, deepcleaning purge of frenemies and energy vampires – definitely an advantage when defusing volatile full-moon power plays. Meet highpressure confrontations and challenges graciously. Ask for help if needed. SAGITTARIUS: With Libran issues of fairness, equality and rectifying injustices up and running, is someone falling short of your expectations? Then consider what Venerable Robina Courtney, Aussie Buddhist nun born on the wilder shores of Sagittarius, has to say: Not believing in the way things appear to us: you can’t get more radical than that…

CANCER: According to Cancerian astrologer Rob Brezsny, the world is composed of rival gangs of hypnotists all competing for our attention. This week asks you to flex your discernment muscles and assess what’s possible, what needs to be dropped. To say yes to grace and soulful flow rather than just pushing forward regardless.

CAPRICORN: As October focuses on your public and professional status, Pluto moving forward in your sign green lights the go-ahead on mixing and mingling, cruising and schmoozing to your up-market Capricorn heart’s content. Benefits from gregarious networking will range from new alliances to creative breakthroughs to increased business.

LEO: Conversation and discussion are key this week, which needs you responding rather than reacting. Not bluffing, huffing, puffing or bailing in the heat of the moment during potentially explosive lateweek moon… Not letting communications deteriorate. Nor engaging in gossip or backbiting – we’ve all been in that movie, and it doesn’t end well.

AQUARIUS: As Libran air influences widen your world, this week favours the bigger picture: long-term programs and planning, distant interests, expanding your skill set or social networks with online courses. But without neglecting the balance of contraction: knowing when to pull back to keep your energetic elastic supple and resilient, not overstretched..

VIRGO: With October’s emphasis in your zone of financial teamwork, a joint moneymaking venture could send you into an eager frenzy of feasibility studies, checklists, balance sheets and costings – that’s this week’s work. Playtime has sizzling red planet Mars restyling your look for Venus in Virgo, your personal love muse….

PISCES: Shared resources and/or events going on behind the scenes are likely features on this week’s storyboard. If circumstances seem to offer either too many options or a conundrum of challenging choices, sit quietly and tune into that larger intelligence we all have that knows far better than our mini-minds what to do

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The terrorists, one of whom is presented as a heavy cocaine user, are brainwashed yobbos in constant contact with their calculating mission overseer, who is commanding them from a safe distance – ‘they are calling it India’s 9/11,’ he boasts. It’s a gripping story and Worthington refuses to take any soft options in its telling, but neither does he opt for the blood-splattered gore-fest. The violence is shocking, but real in a sense that it makes us aware of the humanity of all involved. Sound design adds to the tension and fear without becoming intrusive, archival footage is employed at precisely the moments that context is required and the climax – book-ended as it is with the opening scene of exultant dancing – has an almost unbearable emotional impact. This outstanding movie will have its Australian premiere when it is screened as the opening feature of this year’s Byron Bay International Film Festival – catch it at the Community Centre on Saturday 6 October.

BATTLE OF THE SEXES

When resurrected for the screen, events from the not-too-distant past can often In November 2008, members of the Islam- take on an unexpected but spiky relevance to the contemporary social climate. ic terrorist organisation Lashkar-e-Taiba In the recreation of the Bobby Riggs v stormed the Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai. At the end of a siege that lasted four days, Billie Jean King tennis showdown of 1973, 166 guests and employees of the Taj were it is not a case of feminism being the perdead. Writer/director Lliam Worthington’s tinent issue, for, though the battle may still not be won in that struggle, progress prizewinning drama records the desperis being made. What will resonate with ate struggle for survival of a group of Australian audiences, having had a needthose people caught up in the tragedy, less and divisive plebiscite foisted on as well tracking the activities of two of the Pakistani gunmen responsible for the them by a government that has squibbed carnage as they stalk the corridors of the on the job it is being paid handsomely to hotel. The classic technique of having the do, is the obvious truth that others’ sexual audience identify strongly with selected onscreen characters is applied with telling effect, and everybody’s heart goes out to the old Indian and his gorgeous little granddaughter, while the cultural, religious and social differences of others are overwhelmed by the urgency of the situation – there is a French Jewish journo, an Aussie entertainer, an Asian businessman and an Irishman with a philosophical bent. Worthington even manages to find a little gallows humour in the dialogue of the Indian bellboy who remains committed to his job despite the chaos around him.

preferences are nobody’s business but their own – love is love, as the Yes vote hopes we all understand. The intensely hyped match between King (Emma Stone – I believed in her absolutely), America’s leading female tennis player, and Riggs (Steve Carell), the 55-year-old former Wimbledon champion, was billed by the media as the ultimate confrontation between the women’s movement and entrenched male chauvinism. Riggs, a gambler with his marriage disintegrating and needing a big-dollar break, milked it for all it was worth and it is to the movie’s credit that he is portrayed as a showman rather than a Neanderthal reactionary (that role is left to the promoter, Jack Kramer). Pushed into a corner, King understands that, reluctant though she might be, she is a flag-bearer for the new world order. By coincidence, Australia’s Margaret Court (Jessica McNamee), the Christian homophobe, is seen as Kramer’s mirror in a skirt. This is a fab flick, one that is so much better than you might have expected (for the cinephile, there really is nothing better). Including a tremendously erotic but tender girl-on-girl encounter between Billie-Jean and her hairdresser (Andrea Riseborough), it is full of heart and good humour, but serious in its intent. And if you fancy being turned on one more time by Tommy James’s Crimson and Clover, you really should not miss it.

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KINGSCLIFF BOWLING CLUB SURF REPORT DUO SALTBAR, KINGSCLIFF 8.30PM DJ JAKE STARCOURT THEATRE, LISMORE 7.30PM LOVEMORE CABARET MARY G’S, LISMORE THE INTENDERS TWIN TOWNS JUNIORS, TWEED HEADS 5PM DAVE CAVANAGH CURRUMBIN RSL 4PM ACOUSTIC SESSIONS CURRUMBIN PUB 8PM HOON, DIE FOR MUSHIES, COSMIC DAD, THE HIGH KATS

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THIS SUNDAY

KIDZKLUB SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Wednesday 4 October, 1.30–4pm $25 child | Ages 4½–12 years

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Mullumbimby Refrigeration & Airconditioning Services

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sales â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Installation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Repairs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; All Commercial Refrigeration â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Residential & Commercial Airconditioning â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Coolroom Design & Construction â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Freezer Rooms

14 Manns Road, Mullumbimby

6684 2783

Lic: 299433C ARC: AU40492

Accountants & Bookkeepers ... 45 Kitchens .............................................. 47 Acupuncture .................................... 45 Landscape Design ......................... 47 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration45 Landscaping .................................... 47 Antennas & Installation ............. 45 Antiques / Restoration ................ 45 Appliance Repair ........................... 45 Architects........................................... 45

COOLMAN AIR CONDITIONING 23 years experience. Lic 178464C AU30147 ..............0412 641753 RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141. Lic No. 264313C.....................0487 264137

Laundry Services ........................... 48

ARTISAN AIR www.artisanair.com.au â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Chill Outâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; AU37088 Lic 246545C

Lawnmower Repairs .................... 48

Supplying Daikin Air Conditioners to the Northern Rivers ...................................................66809394

Lighting .............................................. 48

Audio Production .......................... 45 Locksmith .......................................... 48 Automotive....................................... 45 Osteopathy ....................................... 48

Building Trades ............................... 45 Physiotherapy ................................. 48

Bush Regen & Weed Control .... 46 Carpentry & Joinery ..................... 46

Carpet Cleaning.............................. 46 Chimney Sweeping ....................... 46

Picture Framing .............................. 48

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Chiropractic ...................................... 46 Podiatry .............................................. 48 Cleaning ............................................. 46 Printing & Copying Services .... 48 Computer Services........................ 46 Removalists ...................................... 48 Concreting & Paving .................... 46 Roofing ............................................... 49 Decks, Patios & Extensions ....... 46 Rubbish Removal........................... 49 Dentists............................................... 46 Design & Drafting.......................... 46 Driveway Maintenance............... 46 Earthmoving & Excavation ....... 46

0439 624 945

02 66 804 173 Friendly Reliable Prompt Local

Digital TV ALL Antenna Installations & Repairs ALL Electrical Work

Plastering .......................................... 48 Plumbers ............................................ 48

Scrap Metal Merchants ............... 49 Septic Systems ................................ 49 Sewing & Alterations ................... 49

Electricians........................................ 46 Solar Installation ........................... 49 Fencing ............................................... 47 Swimming Pools ............................ 49 Floor Sanding & Polishing ........ 47 Tiling .................................................... 49 Garage Doors ............................................47 Tree Services .................................... 49 Garden & Property Maintenance 47 Upholstery ........................................ 49 Garden Design ................................ 47 Valuers ................................................ 49 Gas Suppliers...................................... 47 Veterinary Surgeons .................... 49 Glaziers ............................................... 47 Video Production .......................... 49 Guttering ........................................... 47 Water Filters ..................................... 49 Handypersons ................................. 47 Health .................................................. 47 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning .. 49 Hire ....................................................... 47 Welding .............................................. 49 Jewellers............................................. 47 Window Tinting .............................. 49

ACCOUNTANTS & BOOKKEEPERS

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Bathroom Renovations .............. 45 Painting .............................................. 48 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters 45 Pest Control ...................................... 48 Bricklaying ........................................ 45 Photography .................................... 48

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Barbara Wilson

0435 954 212

compassinteriors@optusnet.com.au

BRICKLAYING BRICK/BLOCK LAYING Contractors. Lic 291958C. Phone Mark ........................................0409 444268

BUILDING TRADES

ANTENNAS PLUS Friendly & Reliable

â&#x20AC;˘ Set top box installation and programming â&#x20AC;˘ Surround sound design and installation â&#x20AC;˘ All TV, telephone & electrical installations

3K )5(( 0 4 216,7(

0422 668 582

JP DIGITAL ANTENNAS Reception problems, new antennas, extra TV points, all areas .....0432 289705

â&#x20AC;˘ 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).

ARCHITECTURAL TIMBERS JACK MANTLE

BYRON ANTENNA SERVICE Call me first for fast service. Richard ..................................0401 190960

STAIRS

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL OPEN / CLOSED RISERS

0408 740 480 / 07 5590 5696

ANTIQUES / RESTORATION FURNITURE RESTORATION Old/antique, 40+ yrs exp. erwinfurniturerestoration.com ...0412 528454

APPLIANCE REPAIR DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas .......... 66843575 or 0414 922786

ARCHITECTS FRANK STEWART ARCHITECT Reg. 6075. www.frankstewart.com.au............................66856984

DUFbuild

OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001

INDIVIDUAL TAX RETURNS FROM $110 SMALL BUSINESS RETURNS FROM $280 PERSONALISED SERVICE, BOOKKEEPING, BAS, TAX Gail Rundle 0401 884 231 Reg. Tax Agent Behind the Post OfďŹ ce in Fingal Street, Brunswick Heads

Award Winning Builders â&#x20AC;˘ Renovations â&#x20AC;˘ Extensions â&#x20AC;˘ New Homes

AUDIO PRODUCTION

Darren Paxton

0412 497 637

BOOKKEEPER MYOB, XERO & BAS AGENT Set up & training ........................Ursula 0433 991404

ACUPUNCTURE

AUTOMOTIVE

Bayside Radiators

Windscreens & Air Conditioning

ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE M Collis..................................................66842559

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where else would you take a leak?â&#x20AC;?

ACUPUNCTURE www.marlenefarry.com Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health, general practice.....................66842400

Serving Byron Shire

ACUPUNCTUREâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE. Mary-Ellen Young .................0403 477972

Peter Lute â&#x20AC;˘ L4 Wilfred Street, Billinudgel â&#x20AC;˘ 6680 2444

AU29498 Lic No: MVRL 46201

ACCOUNTANT BANGALOW + BYRON BAY The Office Accountants & Business Advisors ...66872960

build the dream

SACRED SPACE DESIGN Beautifully sustainable. US Regâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Architect #202384..............0408 809528

ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry..............................................................................................66847415 AUDIO & VIDEO RECORDING & Live production crystalgrid.com.au ............................0421 661910 ACCOUNTANT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MARTIN McCARTHY ...............................................................................66874026

PRESTIGE BUILDERS

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

Master Builders Licence No.94573C

2ĆŻFH

1300 095 393

â&#x20AC;˘ RELIABLE TRADESMAN â&#x20AC;˘ JOBS UP TO $5000 â&#x20AC;˘ DECKS & PERGOLAS â&#x20AC;˘ TIMBER SCREENS & DOORS â&#x20AC;˘ GARAGE CONVERSIONS SERVICING THE BYRON SHIRE

CALL BRETT 0414 542 019

DINGO DEMOLITIONS & ASBESTOS REMOVAL ................................. 66834008 or 0407 728998 CARPENTER All jobs. Michael Dow. Lic 147675C .................................... 66291169 or 0412 967677 BUILDER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C .............0415 793242 FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C .........................66808162 BUILDER CARPENTER Extensions, renos, new homes, insurance, all jobs. Lic 19953Q ........ 0403 458177

artisanair.com.au

PLEASE CALL AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

6680 9394 AU 37088

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

Lic 246545C

â&#x20AC;˘ Tyres â&#x20AC;˘ Batteries â&#x20AC;˘ Wheel Alignments MULLUMBIMBY TYRE SERVICE Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2016

LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES

CARPENTER/JOINER Lic 39791 Decks, studios, pergolas etc Paul Varendorff ..66845035 or 0414 842602 BUILDER Renovations, maintenance, 30yrs exp. mchughdesign.com.au Lic 29792C....0408 663420 EXTENSIONS & RENOVATIONS Excellent quality. Builder: Levi Alexander Lic 189611C ..0402 434154

MECHANICAL REPAIRS, WARREN SIMMONS Byron Bay ..................................................66858500 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 35yrs int exp, 26yrs in Byron Shire david@davcam.net.au .0414 457373

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30 mins north of Ewingsdale. Open Sat. early & late appointments ................................07 55234090

BUSH REGENERATION & WEED CONTROL

Native bush regeneration, tree planting and weed control. Fully insured and qualified with more than 12 years’ local experience. Free property assessments and quotes.

MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby .............................................................66842644

email: impresswindowcleaning@gmail.com Reliable • Friendly • Professional • Fully Insured • Free Quotes • Affordable Rates Locally Owned and Operated • Quality Work with Over 10 Years Experience

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

Quality Exterior Refinishing

WEED CONTROL SPECIALIST Management plans drawn up........................................0418 110714

Pressure cleaning Roof cleaning

CARPENTRY & JOINERY

Phone Oliver 0419 789 600

Lic. No. 270543C – INSURED byronclassiccarpentry@gmail.com JULIAN MOORE PH: 0449 848 755

BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE.......................................................................66851264

Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232 or 6680 9901

Call Ross Faithfull 0409 157 695 a/h 6687 2943 e: faithfullrossco@gmail.com

HOME & PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT CUSTOM CABINETS & WINDOWS CONSTRUCTION, SHOP FITTING

LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816

Full Circle

DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448

DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE

fullcirclerefinishing.com

CARPARK & DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE CONCRETE EDGING

Calmer Organic Cleaning

0418 156 909

End of lease & bond cleans, spring cleans & one off cleans, production, event & party cleans, sale cleans & home detailing

Call Steven Butturini

0411 567 844

SPECIALISING IN PRESTIGIOUS PROPERTIES

CARPET CLEANING

TLC

QUFREE OT ES premiumviewwindowcleaning@gmail.com • commercial & domestic windows • solar panel cleaning • hard to reach windows • ﬂy screen repairs & treatments • pre-sale property makeovers • rental property inspections

PREMIUM VIEW

Truck Mounted Machine

CARPET CLEANING

TENDER LOVING CARE Specialising in household carpet cleaning Speedy Drying

Kevin & Margaret Bower

20 Year+s Exp.

• Fully insured & police cleared • ABN 13 761 054 921 •

(02) 6684 1001

Window Cleaning

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

0408 232 066

CLEAN AS IT’S BEEN TEAM Home, Bond back, anytime, references ...................................66882372

Green & Clean

DETAILED CLEANING Natural products. Please call 8am-6pm ......................................0410 723601

Carpet and upholstery cleaning, urine extraction, rust removal, heavy traffic areas, deodorising and sanitation.

AAA AIRBNB CLEANERS Book now for holiday season................................................0421 360961

GREEN ROCKET CLEANERS Excellent service, reliable, efficient. Home. Bond. Builders Clean..0405 437431

COMPUTER SERVICES

various implements available for limited access projects

CHIROPRACTIC

EARTHMOVING & PLANT HIRE

BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay ..............................66855282

Specialising in driveway construction & maintenance • 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

WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman...66858553 MICHAEL SCHWAGER 108 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby ...................................................66841962

Training & assessment: earthmoving plant & forklift – nationally recognised qualiﬁcations

0410 056 228 / 0427 663 678

MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC Massage, chiropractic & fitness. 110 Dalley St .........................66841028

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

Rock walls, clearing, house shed and tank pads.

Ph: 6684 0160 Mob: 0439 840 160

0431 122 057 Personal tech support for bamboozled ed bip bipeds

Specialising in road repairs & driveways Augers – hole boring. All general earthworks, excavators, positrack, bobcat, roller and tipper hire.

Whe er y Whether you need a tech m mentor, advice or just support I’m here to help

ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING • House washing • High pressure or soft wash • Window cleaning • Driveways, paths & roofs • Gutters & ﬂyscreens • Water efﬁcient • Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6687 4655 or 0412 495750

TINY EARTHWOR Philip Toovey 0409 799 909 ph/fax 02 6677 1881

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

CLEANING

Roadworks incl Driveways, Carparks & General Excavation

Phone Jeremy 0409 146 052

REGAL RESIDENCE CLEANING 5-star, 20 years exp. Solo operator. ABN ......................0414 846816

CAPE BYRON HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC Shane Eade. 6/14 Middleton St .....................0467 660323

EARTHMOVING PLANT HIRE

STRONGARM CLEAN-LANDSCAPING-CARETAKING Est 2000 5-star service, insured ..0427 253117

Commercial / Domestic / Insurance

BYRON BAY CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE Bruce Campbell. 1/12 Tasman Way, A&I Estate ....66858159

Jai – 0467 482 948

35 years in local area • Free quotes

BYRON & BEYOND CLEANING Brunswick to Ballina & inland towns $35ph. Holly ......0451 102239

CHIMNEY SWEEPING

)UHH 4XRWH – &DOO 1RZ

AIRBNB HOSTING SERVICES Cleaning, linen, restocking, bookings.............................0410 630042

Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours

APEX CARPET CLEANING www.apexcarpetcleaning.com.au......................... Nathan 0412 926441

Specialising in Asphalt Driveways, Subdivisions, Earthworks, Carparks and all Maintenance!

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

CALL JUSTIN – 0413 311 771 DONE & DUSTED CLEANING Going the extra mile, professional, dependable...............0498 731447

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

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A con Any consumer digital device Any An ny digital di project at home

5.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR, POSITRACK & TIPPER HIRE

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r - purely support, advice & tech mentorship s or repai No s a l e

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

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

DIEGO’S COMPUTER SOLUTIONS Network & PC Solutions, setup, support & repair.........66771810

EXPERIENCED OPERATORS | FREE QUOTES 0432 299 283

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

%XTE HOUSE RIOR W WIN ASH CLEAN DOW

&2%% 15/4%3 %NVIRONMENTALLY AWARE NO CHEMICALS MINIMAL WATER USE 0HONE *ON ON FREE QUOTES FREECALL 1800 683 838 MOBILE 0419 677 991 cmhwindows@gmail.com COMMERCIAL, DOMESTIC, SHOPS & REAL ESTATE FULLY INSURED

BYRON ECO WINDOW CLEANING & PRESSURE WASHING Q FREE UOTES Environmentally Conscious. Specialising in Windows & Screens, House Washing, Gutters, Roofs, Solar Panels, Driveways… NOW OFFERING INDOOR HOUSE CLEANING Call Sam on 0434 539 979

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CONCRETING & PAVING

SALISBURY CONCRETING

Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting. • Residential Civil Industrial. • Resurfacing and rejuvenation of existing concrete. • Steel ﬁxing & formwork.

DARYL 0418 234 302 OR 02 6680 1793

Lic.136717c

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NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65hp chain trencher, mini excavator, cable locating...0402 716857

JASON COOTE CONCRETING All concreting work, form work, steel fixing Lic 261424C ......0421 957506 BANGALOW MINI DIGGER SERVICE Exp operator 1.8 tonne multiple attachments .....0413 878978 PLATINUM CONCRETE 20 years experience. Free quotes. Lic 225874C. Justin ..............0458 773788

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

ELECTRICIANS 24 HOUR SERVICE

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

DENTISTS BANGALOW DENTAL In the Medical Centre Complex, Bangalow ......................................66872766 GAVIN STUART & MARTIN ACKLAND Banora Seaview Dental, Banora Point

0439 624 945

Domestic Commercial

02 66 804 173 All Jobs Small or Large

Lic: 154293c

P/L

Window Cleaning Professionals

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Service Directory MGI mowing services, acreage, large area & domestic mowing. All landscape maint ...0439 783557

DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

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

JAMIE 0408 809 817

GAS SUPPLIERS

licence no. 201775c

ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753

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

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Free Delivery

Locally Owned Est 18 years

No Rental Reliable

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609

nichollselectrical@outlook.com

GLAZIERS CALL ANDY:

0458 234 642 DOMESTIC. COMMERCIAL. INDUSTRIAL.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;ON TIME EVERY TIMEâ&#x20AC;? Lic No. 306031C

Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Landscaping | Property Maintenance Brush Cutting | Tip Runs | Fully Insured

24/7 EMERGENCY GLASS 0415 660 801

0430 297 101 / 6684 5437

6685 8588

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

Mirrors â&#x20AC;˘ Security doors and screens Shower screens â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial glazing BYRON GLASS & ALUMINIUM Home, Shop & Office. 24 hr/7 days. Lic 313329C ..............66808123

0458 267 777

Lic. 211410C

Proudly supporting the Orangutans

â&#x20AC;˘ Garden & Property Maintenance â&#x20AC;˘ Acreage & Residential Mowing â&#x20AC;˘ Landscaping â&#x20AC;˘ Tip Runs

info@byronbayranga.com ~ www.byronbayranga.com

0431 550 401

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

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

Your electrician with a difference

ACREAGE SPECIALIST (NO JOB TOO BIG) domestic/commercial lawns â&#x20AC;˘ edges and hedges â&#x20AC;˘ green waste removal or can be mulched on site FULLY INSURED â&#x20AC;˘ FREE QUOTES 100% satisfaction guaranteed!

GUTTERING & DOWNPIPES Leaf Guard. Lic 60414C. Darryl Patterson..........................0414 889453 JTC Gutter Cleaning www.rightasrainservices.com.au Pressure/window ..................0402 384682

HANDYPERSONS

6684 8239

0497 413 344 â&#x20AC;˘ www.charlibearlawncare.com

Michael Lamb providing Byron Shire with quality electrical services since g 1984

Byron Gardening

A.S.A.P. All renos, carpentry, plastering, painting, studios & bathrooms .......................0405 625697

â&#x20AC;˘ Structural landscaping â&#x20AC;˘ Hedging â&#x20AC;˘ Planting, turf laying, and all aspects of garden maintenance

AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic. Wayne...............................0423 218417

0434 329 111 | byrongardening.com.au

HANDYMAN CARPENTER FB Gregâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Handyman Services, Byron Bay ............................0414 109595

E: info@mglamb.com.au www.mgelectricalservices.net.au E: info@mglamb.com.auM:M: 0417025 025 019 019 0417 Lic. 236341C

0405 922 839 or AH 6684 1778 ABN 180 623 364 42

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COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .......................... 0439 624945 or 66804173

HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ......................................... 66884324 or 0476 600956

Luke McDermott

BYRON BAY ELECTRICAL Geoff Bensley. Lic EC 34079 ...................................................0427 857824

â&#x20AC;˘ Acreage & Residential Lawnmowing â&#x20AC;˘ Property Maintenance & Gardening Services â&#x20AC;˘ Rubbish Removals, Storm Cleanup â&#x20AC;˘ Light Chainsawing â&#x20AC;˘ Brushcutting/Edging â&#x20AC;˘ Hedging/Blowing

CIRCUITS PLUS For everything electrical. Friendly & professional. Lic 201844C.............0422 668582 JP ELECTRICAL Level 2 ASP Under-g/O-head lines, Pwr poles, Solar. Lic 133082C ........0432 289705 CHRIS APPEL. Ocean Shores. Lic EC 22349.....................................................................0422 607444

SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477 NEW ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES Electrician & solar. Level 2 ASP meters uâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;g. Lic 219161C...0419 556639 BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ............................0429 033801

FENCING

THE HANDYMAN CAN All home maintenance, repairs, painting, odd jobs etc .............0427 110953 www.care-repair.com Lic No 223375C. Aaron ...........................................................0428 891682 RELIABLE HANDYMAN SERVICES Michael ...........................................66844970 or 0405 325569

RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 .........................................................0429 802355

JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C..............0415 126028

A TO Z HANDYMAN SERVICES Tip runs, pressure cleaning, gardening, odd jobs ....Andre 66847553 or 0439 495247

0429 994 189 info@slashmesilly.com.au www.slashmesilly.com.au

HEALTH â&#x20AC;˘ OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy MULLUMBIMBY COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CENTRE 60 Stuart St...............................66841511 ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366 MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002

Paola Landscapes Pty Ltd

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

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

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

HIRE BYRON HIRE Building & home handyman equipment hire ........ www.byronhire.com.au 66856228 SOUND, LIGHTING & VIDEO Equipment hire & installation crystalgrid.com.au ...........0421 661910

JEWELLERS

POOLSAFE GLASS FENCING

TRADE QUALIFIED JEWELLER Commissions, resizes, repairs, remodels, louiseshaw.com.au.0414 644828

GLASS & ALUMINIUM POOL FENCING PROFESSIONALS 0499 178 297 psgfencingnsw@gmail.com BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0416 424256

â&#x20AC;˘ Acreage Mowing Specialist â&#x20AC;˘ Irrigation â&#x20AC;˘ Landscaping â&#x20AC;˘ Rubbish Removal Byron Shire â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ballina Shire â&#x20AC;˘ Fully Licensed & Insured

Contact Vadi: 0404

978 383

byronlawnranger@gmail.com

www.byronlawnranger.com

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

ABOVEBOARD KITCHENS, BATHROOMS & ALTERATIONS Lic 80677C ...................0415 661814 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service ............................. 66771852 or 0432 107262 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

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

A-Z Lawns & acreage, trees & hedges, clean ups & tip runs, all gutters ..........................0405 625697

BEAU JARDIN We design & build beautiful gardens www.beaujardin.com.au Lic 177274C ...0417 054443 THE FLOOR SANDER Non-toxic finishes. Free quotes. Phone Richard ...........................0407 821690 A.C.E. LAWNMOWING & GARDENING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed.............Sam 0438 655763 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Garden Design & Property Planning. Andrew Pawsey ..........0478 519804 NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco oils, hard wax oils & water-based finishes. Nathan .............0420 215716 LEAF IT TO US Acreage mowing, 72â&#x20AC;? mowers, gardening/property maint. specialists ...0402 487213 MOW JOES Lawn & property maintenance, ride-on mowing. Fully insured ..........Steve 0407 065849

GARAGE DOORS

LANDSCAPING

NICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MOWING Lawns, edges, hedges, local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O.Shores.......0402 487213 A GREEN EARTH Garden restoration, maintenance, tree & rubbish removal ................0405 716552

LICENCE NO:175956C ABN: 03 113 342 699

TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772 BIO GARDENS Horticulturist for all your gardening needs. Reasonable rates ...............0459 175729

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

STRONGARM LANDSCAPING & GARDEN MAINTENANCE Family business ...............0402 917519 SAMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MOWING Lawns & edging. Good rates, reliable .................................................0448 192750 LAWNMOWING, GARDENING, LANDSCAPING...........................................................0476 905539

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

â&#x20AC;˘ Sand â&#x20AC;˘ Soils â&#x20AC;˘ Gravels â&#x20AC;˘ Pots & statues â&#x20AC;˘ Lots, lots more

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983

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ALL-WAYS PAINTING

wave therapy, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Ilse V Oostenbrugge, Steve Clifford.......66803499

Lic No 189144C

LANDSCAPING (continued)

PETER FARRELL Cold laser, manual therapy & exercise, Mullumbimby ..............................66843385

BYRON BAY

Shaun Savage Landscapes

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

Established 2008 ~ Lic No: 247282c

Specialising in: â&#x20AC;˘ Retaining Walls â&#x20AC;˘ Pool Surrounds â&#x20AC;˘ Block Work â&#x20AC;˘ Paving â&#x20AC;˘ TurďŹ ng â&#x20AC;˘ Stonework

0438 784 226 â&#x20AC;˘ 6685 4154

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

INSPIRING MOVEMENT Kerrie Hart Feldenkrais method, physiotherapy.....................0499 200622

PICTURE FRAMING

0405 594 288

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

Soil Mulch Gravel Cracker Dust Road base

PLASTERING

NEW ERS OWN

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

Bulk and bagged fire wood

PLASTERING CONTRACTOR

Call for delivery prices and we will do a deal

0266 804555

18 Lucky Lane Billinudgel Industrial Estate

Paving

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

YVES DE WILDE

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

Free Quotes

High-quality residential and commercial paving

C. A. Warwick Lic. No. 114578C Â&#x2021; )UHH TXRWHV Â&#x2021; *\SURFN Ă&#x20AC; [LQJ VHWWLQJ

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

www.duluxaccredited.com.au

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

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BUSH ROCKS All sizes / mossy, can deliver. Ron ...................................... 66298208 or 0429 398208 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION www.varendorfflandscapes.com Lic 39791 ...6845035 or 0414 842602 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853 IPS PTY LTD Paving, concreting, retaining walls, fencing, decks & design Lic 290231C ...0437 819087

PAINTER NEIL A McINTOSH

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

ABN 48867459605 Lic 33995C

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

&UDLJ 0413

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. Davey ....0457 117654

Lic 167371C

landscaping supplies

PLUMBERS NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

Chay 0429 805 081 20 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE

Licence No. 207479C

20 Years Experience

netdaily.net.au

North Coast news daily:

SHANE TURNER LANDSCAPES 25 years exp. Creative & reliable..................................0418 688171 AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 KELVIN & ROBERT TEALE Painters & decorators. Lic R65919 .......... 0400 349027 or 0438 842731

LAUNDRY

BAY AREA PAINTING Lic No 289979C. Free quotes .......................................................0405 609598

PEST CONTROL

FAST TURNAROUND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; AIR BNB â&#x20AC;˘ Self serve / service wash â&#x20AC;˘ New front loaders & dryers â&#x20AC;˘ Domestic & commercial services

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

LAWNMOWER REPAIRS

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

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

02 6681 6555 Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

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

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

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 SERVICESâ&#x20AC;Ś (NO JOB TOO SMALL)â&#x20AC;Ś Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483 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

CREATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS

LPC PLUMBING Plumbing, draining, gas fitting. Sth Golden Bch. Lic 289868C. Luke ....0401 633222 COLIN J WILLIAMS PLUMBING & GAS Lic L7990. Sustainable Solutions ....................0434 273726

LOCKSMITH

ZEN PLUMBING Water, drainage, gas fitting, 24hr emergency, maint. Lic 306198C.....0420 797619

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

OSTEOPATHY

0404 053 857

BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403

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

LIGHTING

All Plumbing Blocked drains GasďŹ tting Solar Hot Water

Lic. No. 206913C

LAUNDRY SERVICES

PODIATRY THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714 BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018

PHOTOGRAPHY

MULLUMBIMBY PODIATRY Laser Clinic. For all your podiatry needs ..............................66742933

PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES PRINTWORKS Traditional / Digital art@mullumprintworks.com.au .................................66843633

Sue Broadbent, Toby Mills, AndrĂŠ Kleinbaum, Amelia Rocco, Emily Pepper Clinic open for Osteopathy and Massage Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Saturday 2/32 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads. Tel 02 6685 1126

OSTEOPATHY at Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre

Dr. Matthew Fourro (Osteo) Dr. Egbert Weber (Osteo) 60 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby | 02 6626 7900

Tree Faerie Fotos

REMOVALISTS

30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism

BEYOND BYRON REMOVALS

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

PHYSIOTHERAPY BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, pilates. Liz Thomas, Cally Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara, Kim Snellgrove .............................................................................66872330

NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs. Mon, Wed, Fri..............................................66857517 NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday DR DEAN HARDY Osteopath B.Clin.Sci, Master Osteopathy lennoxheadquarters.com...0412 786399 466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288

PAINTING

ANTHONY Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511 CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel ..................Bangalow 66872337 & Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;bah 66723818

â&#x20AC;˘ DEPARTMENT OF FAIR TRADING INFO: When dealing with home owners, painters are required PETRA KARNI Physiotherapy, Craniosacral, Alexander Technique. Byron ..........................66807207 to quote a licence number only for external work valued over $5000.

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

Ready for work within & beyond Byron Brisbane Sydney backloading For careful service & great rates

phone 66801158 or 0408 004719

Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Move & More

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

0429 149 533 Est 2006

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Service Directory SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO

SOLAR INSTALLATION

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

Pioneers of the solar industry

Serving Northern NSW since 1998

Call us on 6679 7228

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

6681 4912 / 0409 917646

Electric Lic 124600c

LEAPFROG REMOVALS

Lucas Holland Qualified Arborist

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BYRON BAY’S LOCAL REMOVALIST MOVING THE SHIRE FOR OVER 10 YEARS

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0432 334 200 02 6680 8170

Free Quotes | Expert Advice | 20 Years Exp. | Friendly Service

leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au

LdS Silviculture

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Specialising in all aspects of tree work including milling services

Eddy 0477 Karl 0423

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02 6684 2198

The expert in solar efﬁciency

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MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813 BENNY CAN MOVE IT! .................................................................................................0402 199999

Call 1300 18 20 50

ROOFING Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66877677 or 0417 698227 PETER GRAY Dip Arb. AQF5. Consulting arborist ...........................................................0414 186161

www.saegroup.com.au

BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ...................................................0402 364852 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance .....................................0401 208797

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

pty ltd ENERGY MANAGEMENT

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THE PALM DOCTOR Specialising in pruning & palm removal. Prompt & reliable..........0421 508044

UPHOLSTERY

Lic. 232432C

* Custom canvas covers * Boat covers * Ute canopies * Tonneau covers * Repairs Byron Bay – 0423 640 529

www.intilec.com.au

Not all solar systems are created equal… Contact Juno Energy, your household and commercial solar installation specialists. Authorised Northern Rivers LG solar/battery dealer and Sonnen battery dealer.

ZAC MACTAGGART METAL ROOFING PTY LTD 0411 683 003

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

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LIC: 223489C

Ƈ NEW ROOFS Ƈ RE ROOFS Ƈ INSULATED ROOF PANELS Ƈ Ƈ FASCIA & GUTTERS Ƈ REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE Ƈ

A VERY HANDY MAN TREE SERVICES Happy to help. Andrew ......................................0412 558890

Intilec

DOMESTIC • INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL

MONTYS METAL

HART TREE SERVICES 18” chipper bobcat cranetruck stump grinding, cherry . 66849137 or 0427347380

Electrical License # QLD: 72258 | NSW: 227562C

ROOFING

720 200 396 508

Patrick - 0425 256 802 Andy - 0423 343 323

www.junoenergy.com.au licence number: 255292C

BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists.............................66805255 BYRON BAY UPHOLSTERY Soft furnishings & outdoor................................................0403 713303

WWW.ZACMACTAGGARTMETALROOFING.COM.AU

ALL ROOF CLEANING Experienced, insured & fast free quotes. Call ..............................0419 789600

RUBBISH REMOVAL OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ......................................... 0412 161564 or 66841232

VALUERS

SWIMMING POOLS

BYRON COAST ROOFING PTY LTD Lic 252098C Guttering, leaf guard, cladding, etc ..0422 248936

BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD reg’d. Chartered Valuers ................... 0431 245460 or 66857010

ATTENTION POOL OWNERS • All pool requirements • Professional advice • Water testing • Friendly service • Pool servicing 73 Station St, Mullumbimby (opp. Council chambers)

BYRON SKIPS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 2, 3, 4 & 6 m3 bins available ..............................0450 300360

6684 3003

TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 4m3 trailer................................................................0408 210772

TIP-EASY TIPPING SKIPS & Trailer Hire 3.5m3 skips, 10x5 & 7x5 caged box trailers.....0438 470484 MULLUM POOL SHOP Water testing, eco products, mobile service, repairs................0418 666839

SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS

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Buying: • Scrap metal • Aluminium • Copper • Brass • Lead • Car Batteries Next to Tyagarah Service Station

Paciﬁc Highway, Tyagarah 6684 2351

MULLUM VET CLINIC Richard Gregory, Erin Tottenham, Bec Patison. 24 hrs 7 days ..........66843818 VITALITY VETCARE Bangalow. Megan Kearney, Cassie Lappin. Holistic Compassionate Care ...66870675

VIDEO PRODUCTION CAMERA CREW, LIGHTING, screens, projectors & editing crystalgrid.com.au..............0421 661910

WATER FILTERS The Water Filter Experts

TILING

BYRON CASH FOR SCRAP @ BRUNSWICK BYRON AUTO WRECKERS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

FREE T avail fo OW

r cars – unwanted cash for som paid e

for home, commercial and rural properties

Dirty Tiles & Grout?

...forget pointless scrubbing

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181

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

IN IN H

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

$399

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

SEWERAGE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS Installing, maintaining and repairing onsite sewerage management systems in Tweed & Byron Shires for over 25 years.

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

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

0408 232 066

TILE & GROUT CLEANING Servicing the Far North Coast for 20 years. Free quotes. Experienced local technicians. ChemDry’s patented cleaning systems.

WINTER SPECIAL:

FULLY Water puriﬁcation systems INST ALLED IN YOUR Rainwater Filters HOME Whole house ﬁltration systems

Phone Chris 0414 229 114

WATER TANKS & TANK CLEANING

Every 5th m FREE

TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103

Professional Water Tank Cleaning Installation and maintenance of water filters for rural and suburban properties

TILER Shower leaks, wall & floor tiling, 45 years experience. Lic R91906. Phone Bob.....0410 428919

h your Deal wit erator local op

MD TILING SOLUTIONS Wall & floor tiling, water proofing. Lic 286371C .....................0406 858290 NORTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT

NEWT

TREE SERVICES

CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES The Fully Insured Professionals

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

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

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

• Stump Grinding • Bobcat • Cherrypicker • Crane Truck • 18” Chipper Mark Linder Qualiﬁed Arborist 0408 202 184 choppychoptrees@bigpond.com

WE CLEAN WATER TANKS

•

Call Peter BYRON SHIRE

0487 777 247 www.pristinewater.com.au

WATER FILTERS SUPPLY AND SERVICE

WATER TANK CLEANING/WATER TANKS Concrete tank repairs. All areas .. 66888055 or 0407 002833 SCRUBBED Tank cleaning, repairs & liner installs. Call Matt & Nick....... 0411 425678 or 66884478

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

WINDOW TINTING SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices ..........................0412 158478

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Classifieds INDEX Annual General Meetings ....... 50 Birthdays ................................ 52 Businesses For Sale .............. 51 Childcare ................................ 50 For Sale ................................... 51 Funeral Notices ....................... 52

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777 CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

PHONE ADS

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

6684 1777 AT THE ECHO HEAD OFFICE

Ads may be taken by phone on

Shane Eade – Chiropractor 0467 660 323 Byron Bay, and now in Brunswick Heads

RATES & PAYMENT

Garage Sales ......................... 51

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

Halls For Hire .......................... 50

Village Way, Stuart St, Mullumbimby

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

Health Notices ........................ 50

EMAIL ADS

In Memoriam .......................... 52

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 Musical Notes......................... 52 Only Adults ............................. 52 Pets......................................... 52 Positions Vacant ..................... 51 Professional Services ............. 50 Public Notices......................... 50 Removalists ............................. 51 Share Accommodation .......... 51 Social Escorts ........................ 52 To Lease ................................. 51 To Let ...................................... 51 Tradework ............................... 51 Tree Services ......................... 51 Tuition ..................................... 52 Wanted ................................... 51

MONOPRINT WORKSHOP Gelli print fun. Stokers Siding Gallery Sun 8 Oct. 10-4pm All materials provided. $115 – $50 to register Turiya 0417641046 or Yoga 0490773698

The Channon Craft Market THIS SUNDAY

6688 6433

The best market in the country! VEGAN MUNCH

Wanted To Rent...................... 51

cooking demonstration

Work Wanted......................... 52

Get ready for the festive season with some great plant-based recipes. Spend an afternoon having fun and eating some delicious food.

PUBLIC NOTICES MANIFESTATION RITUAL Women’s group. Sat October 7th, 2-5pm Women’s Shack, Byron Bay. Carol 0490707334

tattooedbyronvegan.com.au

BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL BRUNSWICK HEADS AND MULLUMBIMBY PARKING REVIEWS Byron Shire Council is looking at ways to improve the turnover and efficiency of parking spaces in Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby. Studies commissioned by Byron Shire Council in August 2016 found that changing the time limits for parking in both towns could improve the amount of parking spaces for locals and visitors. Ken Gainger, General Manager of Byron Shire Council, said the number of visitors to Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby are increasing, and this is placing pressure on parking and traffic management in the towns. “This is not an issue that is going to go away so Council has developed draft parking management strategies for both towns,” Mr Gainger said. “Long parking limits near shops decreases the availability of parking and this is not to the advantage of local businesses,” he said. “For example, in Mullumbimby and Brunswick Heads, more than 60% of parking in the town centres is all-day parking which doesn’t leave that many parking options on a busy day,” Mr Gainger said. “Brunswick Heads is a popular tourist destination, particularly on the weekends, and Council also wants to get residents and business owners’ opinions on the possible introduction of pay parking in the town,” he said. “We are not considering implementing pay parking in Mullumbimby but Council does think there could be significant long-term benefits for the Brunswick Heads community if the scheme was introduced there.

$17 for two lines is the minimum charge.

20 Shirley St, Byron Bay

6685 8532

BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE CAFE Open every Sunday for homemade jam & 1 hour before show times MADE IN MULLUM Interested in selling your handmade crafts, artworks, photography etc locally from $25 a week? Interested to see what sells and what doesn’t? Contact Facebook: Made In Mullum or email madeinmullum@gmail.com SAMBA DRUMMING IS BACK FB: RepercussionDrumming Byron Bay Community Centre Tuesdays at 6.30pm

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

brunswickpicturehouse.com

AGMs SCREENWORKS 2017 AGM Mon 23rd Oct 5.30pm, Newrybar Hall. AGM agenda includes a notice of motion to vote on a Special Resolution to amend and update the Constitution of Northern Rivers Screenworks Inc. For full details please go to: www.screenworks.com.au BYRON SHIRE TOY LIBRARY AGM Monday 9th October, 5-6pm at the Toy Library. All members welcome

Available from The Echo office reception

PROF. SERVICES

ROAD CLOSURE Lighthouse Rd (between Palm Valley and the Lighthouse) will be closed on Sunday 8 October between 5am and 4pm owing to a NPWS 50th Anniversary community event at the Lighthouse. A free shuttle will be available between Clarkes Beach and the Lighthouse during this time. Enquiries: NPWS Byron Coast 02 6620 9300 Are you doing it tough?

FOOD RELIEF BAGS will be available

THIS THURSDAY from 9 till 11am at The Hub Baptist Ocean Shores Cnr Rajah Rd and Bindaree Way For anyone who ﬁnds themselves in need of food assistance.

Council is requesting the community to complete an online survey at www.yoursaybyronshire.com.au.

No concession cards required. Just come along, pick up a bag, stay for a cuppa and a chat.

TRAUMA ISSUES

Structural Alignment & Joint Mobility, Digestion, Energy Depletion, Immune System. Gabi 0438639984

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

Reg no. PSY0001057399 Medicare rebates available

BRENT VERCO

CHIROPRACTOR MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC 6684 1028

MON TUE WED THU FRI PM & SAT AM

THE

S A LT

Diana Ewing

GRIEF LOSS BEREAVEMENT FREE SUPPORT SERVICE Carl Moore, Registered Psychologist grief.loss.bereavement.byron@gmail. com 0401081713

J U DY L E A N E PILATES FU N CT ION A L YOG A 0408 110 006 eastcoastpilates.com.au

Body Based

Psychotherapy Somatic Practice

Julie Wells Anne Goslett (nee Mannix)

Dip.Som.Psych, Clinical PACFA Reg.

Individual and Couple Therapy Supervision and Coaching (02) 6685 5138 9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay

starts Mon 9 Oct, 6–7.30pm Booking essential

CAITLIN KESTING

BAYSIDE ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE Try our Massage, Chinese Cupping & Acupunture Combo – 1 hour only $85

BEETU FULL BODY MASSAGE A divine experience, sensuous, nurturing. 28yrs exp. Lucy 0427917960

5wk Beginners Yoga Course M: 0407 455 212 www.dianaewing.com

IN PHYSICAL PAIN?

COLONICS

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

Yoga•Shiatsu•Massage

HEALTH

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

SPECIAL OFFER Beautiful relaxing deep tissue massage $55/hr. Byron. It’s a treat. Call now 0410395368

saltcave.com.au 0448 338 707

Thursdays & Fridays 6684 6336

HYPNOSIS & EFT

HAWAIIAN MASSAGE Ocean Shores Michaela. 0416332886

Discover the healing power of Salt

Carl Moore Psychology

ZEN THAI SHIATSU

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

C AV E

Assessment & treatment of children, adolescents & adults

Dip. of Remedial Massage. All health fund rebates available.

Health Fund Rebates & Hicaps Available

Dr David King

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

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

ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE MASSAGE ACUTONICS®

Remedial, sports & deep tissue massage. Women’s Shack. Byron. Treatments for women and men. Ph 0410 201 925.

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

Safe, beneficial, authentic yoga YOGA TEACHER TRAINING INTENSIVE Jan 2–26, 2018 Lennox Head. TASTE TEST DAY-Oct 18th.

Ocean Shores MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

www.thehubbaptist.org

ZEN THAI SHIATSU Massage and Yoga THEYOGASHACK.COM.AU Shane Turner 0418688171

DENTURES

LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002

Dr Paul O’Brien Dr Tim Peacock Book your appointment today 6680 7399 TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE $50. Brunswick Heads. Ph Phim 0449063629

CHILDCARE

ALL JUST $10 EACH

BYRON BAY SKIN CANCER CLINIC

DR ARPANA (retired GP) offering SCENAR for pain treatments at The Health Lodge. M & Th (am). 66856445 & at Suffolk Tues & Fri (am) 0428853352

KINESIOLOGY

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

The Parking Management Strategies are on exhibition until the 20 October 2017 and are available on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/public-exhibition.

50 October 4, 2017 The Byron Shire Echo

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

Prepayment is required for all ads.

(next to Target, enter via kids play area)

Submissions should be in writing and addressed to the General Manager, Byron Shire Council, PO Box 219 Mullumbimby 2482 or sent by email to submissions@byron.nsw.gov.au. Emailed submissions to this address only will be acknowledged.

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Cash, cheque, Mastercard or Visa

“Many people already have a permit to park in Byron Bay and, should pay parking eventually be implemented, that permit will extend to Brunswick Heads,” Mr Gainger said.

Submissions close: 4.00pm Friday 20 October 2017 Enquiries: Josh Winter 02 6626 7074 or Annie Lewis 02 6626 7320

Martin Frank

Flo Fenton, Senior Yoga Teacher

Tel: 02 66 859910 Mob: 0418 441 437 flo@intouchyogabyronbay.com intouchyogabyronbay.com

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

0488 609 774

bookings@mullumcivic.com

Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo

COORABELL HALL WEDDINGS, GIGS, CLASSES 66871307 www.coorabellhall.net

TRADEWORK

3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

3UMMERLAND %NVIRONMENTAL

4HE ,IQUID 7ASTE 3PECIALISTS

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

TREE SERVICES

NICK HART

TREE SERVICES

BICYCLES buy, sell, repair, recycle. Adult bikes from $60. Phil 0413779223

ARCHIBALD’S CHEAP QUARRY PRODUCTS

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

COMPOST TOILETS

STARTING AT $960 Green Building Centre 0427701653 DAVID LOVEJOY’S BOOKS Available from The Echo reception: Between Dark and Dark, a memoir; Moral Victories, the biography of a chess player; Heresy, an historical novel. ALL JUST $10 each. SCAFFOLDING Erect, hire & sales. Aluminium, steel & mobile. 0427774450

NATIVE PLANTS FOOD PLANTS

CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS BARGAINS

............................................................................... AUTOMATIC 1995 NISSAN MICRA 103408km 5 door hatch, rego till March 2018 SN1666 ...$2990 AUTOMATIC 2000 MAZDA 323 178288km, Ideal 1st car 6mths rego SN3501.........................$4995 2004 SUBARU FORESTER 5spd manual, dual range full service history SN5265 ..............$5990 2007 MAZDA MAXX SPORT MANUAL 126663km, 4 door sedan immaculate SN4381 ..................$9990 AUTOMATIC 2009 FORD TERRITORY 181692km, 7 seater family wagon SN1288 $9990 AUTOMATIC 2005 HOLDEN 1 TONNE UTE 168527km, large tray great work ute SN0202 $8990

Ballina Car Centre

DLN 19950

BUSINESS FOR SALE

110 Yankee Ck Rd, via Wilsons Ck Rd Mullumbimby 6684 1703 Open Wed–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 9am–1pm www.mcnativenursery.com.au

LAWN & GARDEN BUSINESS including quality clients & tools. Earn $450 working 1 day per week. Ph 0412947054

For Sale Hair & Beauty Salon • Fence posts • Hardwood poles • Sleepers • Paling fence timber • Offcuts • Banana props • Drummed molasses • Firewood Kings Creek, Mullumbimby Mark 6680 4284 / 0427 490 038 Karen 0427 804 284

FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND

FREE QUOTES

TREE PRUNING • TREE SURGERY / REMOVALS • QUALIFIED ARBORISTS 12” CHIPPER • STUMP GRINDING • CHERRY PICKER • FULLY INSURED

Nick Andrews 0439 849 332

A VERY HANDY MAN

TREE SERVICES

Covering all aspects of tree work and tree stump removal (stump grinding)

Experienced climber • Insured • Licensed FREE QUOTES HAPPY TO HELP

Call Andrew Wilson 0412 558 890

After hours & emergency service available

Tallow TREE SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE • • • • •

REMOVALS PALMS TREE SURGERY FREE QUOTES FULLY INSURED

• • • • •

STUMP GRINDING TREE REPORTS DA APPLICATIONS CRANE HIRE CHERRY PICKER

6687 2750 - 0401 208 797

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

Mulch Supplies

Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6687 7677

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.

All enquiries welcome Contact Melanie 0415 483 192

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

Renovated two bedroom, two bathroom home with private balcony and 4 extra storage rooms downstairs. Walk to town, river and beach. Available now. $850.00 per week. Contact FNC Property Management 0408 966 421 FNC Property Management april@fncproperty.com.au

1300 716 707

Bangalow

Managing Bangalow and Hinterland Free Honest Appraisals

BANGALOW 3 bed, 2 bath $700pw Ofﬁce, upstairs 9 sqm $626 pm Ofﬁce, upstairs 25 sqm $1,706 pm EUREKA 4 bed, study, 2 bath $650 pw FEDERAL 3 bed, 2 bath $570pw ROSEBANK 4 bed, 1 bath $550 pw eldersbangalow.com.au

Shop 3, 5 Lismore Road, Bangalow

02 6687 1500

EXPERIENCED CLEANERS wanted for casual hrs in Byron Bay. ABN req. Immediate start. Corrinne 0408261337

SMALL BASIC CARAVAN by waterhole on friendly farm/community, 7 mins Mullum. Suit single, clean-living, n/s. No pets. Bond req. $160pw. Ph 0431702354

BUSY CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE looking for masseur to join the team. 0413249163

MAIN ARM luxurious modern & spacious 1br house, 1yo, bathroom, outdoor shower, entertaining area, beautiful gardens, vege patch, great views, private. Seeking calm respectful professional single/couple. Pref no children or pets. $500pw. Ph 0438770783 2BR COTTAGE on large property. $460pw, includes utilities and garden maintenance. 5 minutes to Mullumbimby township. 0423632039

BYRON SELF-STORAGE UNITS Clean & secure. Ph 1300762618 BALLINA SELF-STORAGE UNITS Secure from $18pw, 10 cubic mtr shed Across 3 locations. Ph 66867011

BANGALOW RENT-A-SHED Modern & Secure from $140 p/m Elders Real Estate 66871500 O.SHORES granny ﬂat, unfurn, carport, courtyd. Suit wkg single/cpl. Cool & comfy. $300pw incl. No pets. 0439974576 LENNOX 2br, 1 bath, new build, modern kitchen, own entry, $475pw. References and bond required. Ph 0410837854

WANTED TO RENT SMALL piece of land, max 20 min from Byron. Will pay well for right space. I have a beautiful bus, req access to bathroom and elec for now, soon to be self sufﬁcient. I am a local business owner with excellent references, quiet and respectful. I would love to chat with you if you have a space you think might work. Call 0406828866

THE OLD BAKERY IN THE HEART OF MULLUM

Prestige Ofﬁce including Balcony and Air-Con Suit Professional or Therapy Whole ﬂoor or part negotiable. Call Ken 0411 233 755 Email: kenconnell46@gmail.com

OCEAN SHORES 6 Aldinga Court, Sat 8–2pm. All sorts of stuff. 0472779707 MULLUM 5A, 26 Mill St, Sat 8–1pm. Relocation bargains, art, household, more

POSITIONS VACANT

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 14th October. Stalls or rug space avail 0490026840

WARNING: The Department of Fair Trading warns people to be very careful about responding to advertisements offering work at home. Readers should be wary if asked to pay money upfront for employment opportunities and never send money to a post ofﬁce box

YARIS 08 amazing car, man, exc con, 6mths rego. $4800 ono. Ph 66844884

SUBARU IMPREZA ‘96

BYRON ARTISAN MARKETS EVERY SATURDAY

RAILWAY PARK BYRON COMMUNITY

MARKETS

4-9 PM

FIND US AT www.byroncentre.com.au

LITTLE GREEN TRUCK.com.au • DELIVERIES • SMALL MOVES • TIP RUNS 0415 194 654

northernrivers@littlegreentruck.com.au

SHARE ACCOM.

Brunswick Heads 2br 1bth $430

Ocean Shores 2br 1bth $420 3br 2bth $520 3br 2bth $530 3br 2bth Executive $600

Mullumbimby 2br 1bth $465 4br 2bth $550

Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511

BRUNS room in large house, share with 1 $200pw for single worker. 0427958730

BAMBOO PLY

SUFFOLK beachside, furnished room in 2br unit, suit mature age, working, no pets, $190pw incl bills. Ph 0407416575

South Golden Beach

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS • 66841777 •

L.J. Hooker Brunswick Heads 6685 0177 5/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads

Runs well. Reliable. Needs work to rego. Rego’d till 17/10. $300. CALL NARIN 0400 627 468

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

EXP’D GARDENER 3-5 days pw for local gardening & mowing business, pref long experience with zero-turn mowers, hedging & brushcutting. 0402487213 resume to kascha_wood@yahoo.com.au EFFICIENT , FRIENDLY & very experienced Barista. Very busy Lulu’s Cafe, Mullum. Phone 66842415

Ute & Driver from $30

MULLUM beautiful room/studio $190pw. N/s worker. Garden setting. 0484672847

MIELE WASHERS

UPHOLSTERER REQUIRED Minimum 10 years experience. Must produce good quality work and have an eye for detail. Preferably having a sound knowledge of cutting/sewing but not essential. Workshop in Byron Bay 15-30 hours per week, pay negotiable and relative to experience. Please note: must have 10 years experience, I don’t have time to teach people. CALL GREG 0449 781 077

SALES RELATIONSHIP MANAGER – 1 day a week (or equivalant) Local health product is looking for a vibrant, energetic sales representative who can increase sales. We need a proven record in increasing sales through relationship building and education. Need drivers licence for face to face sales with distributors, health stores, yoga studios etc. For more information or to apply send application to info@yoginectarprobiotic.com Applications close Monday 16th 5pm.

BYRON work space – now until end Oct $70pw incl elect & net. 0431674377

COORABELL 375 Coorabell Road. Sat 8am-4pm Sun 8am-2pm. Deceased Estate. Women’s clothes, furn, organ, 100yr-old Broadwood piano, sewing machine, linen, books, nic-nacs & more

0408 210 772

Email your cover letter and CV to: empiremullum@gmail.com

LOCAL REMOVAL

BYRON BAY OFFICE SPACE Approx. 50sqm, quiet central location. Suits up to 8 people. Kitchen & bthrm shared with two others. $1400/month + elect. Avail immediately. 0488996166

GARAGE SALES

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal

HEAD CHEF The Empire in Mullumbimby is seeking an organised, creative and experienced head chef for an immediate start. Must be enthusiastic, hardworking and available HQTǭYGGMGPF YQTM

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

TO LEASE

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

FOR SALE

from $10.50sqm & Bamboo Flooring. For ceilings, walls, doors, etc. Ph 66884188 • sample & brochure. www.bambooply.com.au

MULLUM town new studio, f-f, suit sgl n/s worker. No pets $300pw incl elec & water. Bond & refs. Ph 0407163828

SECURE STORAGE BANGALOW Brand new storage sheds 66871500

WANTED

MOTOR VEHICLES

BRIDGLANDS

in high trafﬁc area of Mullumbimby with stable client base and potential for future growth.

BRUNSWICK HEADS

Matt 0427 172 684

Mobile 0417 698 227

Buy and sell good quality used furniture Ph 66842511

ROSEBANK cabin, quiet, forest, suit sgl quiet worker $195pw. 0429882058

6686 5586 / 0418 676 274

Fully insured • Free quotes

0402 364 852

MULLUM 3br furn home. $560pw. Avail 5/11. 12mth lease. Bond req. 0432732693

16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA

SUCCESSFUL Byron Bay airport shuttle bus company. Airport & private transfers. Ph 0423512875

6684 4421

FEDERAL VILLAGE 3br cottage, avail 26/9-30 Jan. $450pw + exp. 0427795428

BARGAINS

Tubestock to Semi-advanced

• FULLY INSURED • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES

STORAGE From $105/mth. Bangalow. Ph 66872833

ballinacarcentre.com.au

The Largest range of native plants in the Byron Shire.

6684 9137 • 0427 347 380

BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333

Local reg’d business 66845296 or 66845403

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

MULLUM CREEK NURSERY

TO LET

1br 1bth $290

Remedial Massage Therapist Seeking a massage therapist with health fund rebates to join our fantastic teams at Bangalow & Ballina. Must be experienced, professional, reliable, avail for weekend work. Busy, professionally run clinic with good rates. Ph 0499 490 088 or email info@bangalowremedialmassage.com.au

OSushi Byron Bay OSushi is looking for fresh faces before the season starts

Head Chef Chef Kitchen Hands (juniors welcome).

Wait staff Restaurant supervisor E: positions@osushi.com.au

MASSEUSE REQUIRED reliable & friendly for Gentlemen’s Relaxation Centre. 18+. Training provided for the right applicant. Gold Coast. 0418185791

Experienced receptionist, admin CPF|UCNGU|RGTUQP HQT C DWU[ [QIC VGCEJGT VTCKPKPI CPF|TGVTGCV EGPVTG KP $[TQP $C[ Must have strong communication and administrative skills. The role will include answering phone and email enquiries, developing the customer database and disseminating KPHQTOCVKQP VQ FTKXG UCNGU RNWU IGPGTCN QHƂ EG CFOKP CUUKUVCPEG You will be a team player and have an interest in yoga. Byron Yoga Centre graduates are encouraged to apply. Please email covering letter and resume to hr@byronyoga.com by 17 October 2017. This is a permanent position, no travellers please.

The Byron Shire Echo October 4, 2017 51

POSITIONS VACANT cont.

FUNERAL NOTICES

HOT LIKE HONEY, SWEET LIKE CHOCOLATE Luscious Bodywork & Sensual Touch Sun-kissed Exotic Caribbean 28yo Wed to Fri only 0407013347

LOST & FOUND FOUND

PINNA, ANTONIO, ‘TONY ’

Term 4 courses starting soon... Sat 14th October

Mon 16th October

• Organic Soil Management • Haloumi, Ricotta, Yoghurt • Drawing

• Intro to Permaculture • Writing for Children

Wed 18th October

Sun 15th October

• Business Development & Marketing Bootcamp

• Creating Food Forests • Nature Journaling

Much loved husband of Filomena. Loved father and father-in-law of Gavino & Jaki and Gino. Tony will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Requiem Mass to be held at St John’s Catholic Church, Mullumbimby on FRIDAY (October 6, 2017) commencing at 12.30 pm followed by burial at Mullumbimby Cemetery. MICHAEL CURRIE FUNERALS 6684 6232

Limited places - don’t miss out! Enrol now 02 6684 3374 www.byroncollege.org.au

GAIA RETREAT & SPA CASUAL CLEANERS

Gaia Retreat & Spa has vacancies for exciting career opportunities in their award-winning Spa Retreat, located in the Byron Bay Hinterland. Desired qualities; • Must be able to take direction; • Have a high attention to detail with a thorough work ethic; • Available to work weekdays and some weekends; • Reliable transport; If you are looking for a long-term commitment in a great working environment apply now.

Passed away peacefully on 1 October 2017 aged 83 years. Loving husband of Ruth. Much loved father and father-in-law of Dianne and Peter, John and Ann, Geoff and Joy, Trevor and Penelope, and Sue and Mark. Loved grandfather and great grandfather to their families. Jim will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service to be held at St Martin’s Anglican Church, Mullumbimby on MONDAY (October 9, 2017) commencing at 1.00pm.

RTO NO: 90013

SMITH, Christiaan Marc

Have you lost a lovely light tabby/ tortoiseshell friendly female cat? This girl was found in Byron Bay & has obviously been well looked after for the last few months. She went missing from her original home about 6 months ago. If you've lost your cat, please contact David at Pets for Life Animal Shelter Inc on 0403533589

* Kickstart your Micro Farming Enterprise - Tuesdays 10th Oct - 5th Dec

* Introduction to Permaculture - Mondays 16th Oct to 4th Dec

* Business Development & Marketing Bootcamp - Wednesdays 18th Oct - 13th Dec

Prices can start from as little as $80 for NSW residents Call to see if you are eligible, places are limited Courses subsidised by the NSW Government

02 6684 3374

www.byroncollege.org.au

BYRON BAY BARISTA SCHOOL Courses start at $109. Ph 0457537486 PA/ADMIN POSITION Competent in admin duties preferably with excellent customer service background. Bookings and ofﬁce duties. 12-15 hours per week to start. Contract basis. Email resumes to: grant@ byronbayluxurytransfers.com.au

LOCAL REMOVALIST Happy to move big, small & in between. Call Benny 0402199999

PARKVIEW BALLINA – 1800 809 336

QUALIFIED GREEN PAINTER 30 yrs exp. Free quotes and advice. Small jobs OK. Ph Rob 0408900134

IN MEMORIAM

TUITION

Gary French

WORK WANTED

FRENCH • ITALIAN • GERMAN Eva 66846760 or 0403224842 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au

HOUSEKEEPER/CLEANER Reliable + Mindful + Refs. 4hr min. $35ph. 0434124286

MUSICAL NOTES

GLASS POOL FENCING Call John on 0431441446 or Johnathan A/H 66882456

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

PIANO TUNING

ALL TYPES BUILDING WORK Blocklaying & bricklaying Lic 60801C Paul 0423852559

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

PURCHASING Warehouse or Logistics role sought LF HC ERP. 0423218417

BIRTHDAYS

Cleaning business specialising in the following: • Domestic • Commercial • Holiday lets • Bond cleans • Pre-sale cleans Phone 0411 622 537

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Christiaan’s funeral service to be held at Parkview Funeral Home, 21 Kalinga Street, Ballina at 11.00am on Friday, 6th October 2017, followed by private cremation.

JET’s name aptly describes her beautiful, shiny black coat. She is just over two years old, but has sadly lost what was to be her forever home. So now Jet is available to some lucky human. Well adjusted and undemanding, Jet is sure to add that extra bit of companionship to a real forever home.

y Happ day B ir t h

Chris!

luv The Echo

52 October 4, 2017 The Byron Shire Echo

Love and miss you always my dearest friend Despina & Raz

SOFT HANDS WARM OIL Sensual touch. Mature & discreet. Byron. 0407264343 sensualmassagebyronbay.com

SOCIAL ESCORTS COCO 19 size 6, gorgeous blonde. Lynne 40 slim brunette (both new). Aurora 19 is back. Sophia 20, Sth American stunner. Victoria 24, sexy Italian, busty size 6. Samantha 21, hot, green eyed blonde. Shay 23, Asian, sports massage. Chloe 19, pin-up looks, size 6, DD bust. Darcy, very busty Pink lookalike. Hunter 19, slim, sexy, blonde is back. Spoil yourself. In & out. Ladies always wanted. 66816038 BYRON AREA OUTCALLS. Phone 0421401775 SEXY ESCORT Outcalls only. 0478109345 OUTCALLS 0451579023

Call 0407 013 347

BALLINA EXCLUSIVE 34 Piper Dr. Open 7 days 10am till late. In & Out Calls. 66816038. Ladies wanted Find us on Facebook!

www.touchofjustine.com/ strap-on-fun

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS • 66841777 •

Find Echo Classiﬁeds on Echonetdaily every day

All cats are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped.

MONTHLY MARKETS

Please make an appointment 0403 533 589 • Billinudgel petsforlifeanimalshelter.net

1st SAT Bruns Heads

6628 4495

4th SUN (in a 5 Sunday month) Coolangatta

CAWI THE BYRON DOG RESCUE

1st SUN Byron Bay 1st SUN Lismore Car Boot

6685 6807 6628 7333

5th SUN Lennox Head 5th SUN Nimbin

2nd SAT Flea, Byron YAC 0490 026 840 2nd SAT Woodburn 0439 489 631 2nd SUN 2nd SUN 2nd SUN 2nd SUN

The Channon Lennox Head Alstonville Coolangatta

Sage Sage has been patiently waiting for his new forever home for a couple of months now. Can you give him the loving home he dreams of? Sage is an 8yr old staffy x cattle dog who likes spending time with his people, going for walks and playing with other dogs. He’s a happy, friendly dog who loves getting pats and cuddles. If you can give this handsome boy a home, please contact Megan on 0458 461 935 or see his proﬁle at cawi.org.au How sweet is Mia? She is a delightful young lady who is very affectionate and has the most spectacular tabby markings. Mia was surrendered to us along with her brother Socks, who is a little more reserved but just as gorgeous. It would be wonderful to see these guys re-homed together as they have a strong bond, but they can be homed individually. Why not pop in and see if these cuties would ﬁt into your family? To meet Mia & Socks, please visit the Cat Adoption Centre at 124 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby.

MIA

It’s raining cats & dogs! Every year many thousand unwanted cats and dogs are born to pets that haven’t been desexed. And sadly, most end up being put down. So please...

desex your pets!

0419 369 609 0458 506 000

WEEKLY MARKETS

6688 6433 0419 369 609 6628 1568

SATURDAYS Byron Artisan Market 4-9pm

3rd SAT Mullumbimby 6684 3370 3rd SAT Murwillumbah 0413 804 024

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

3rd SUN Uki 0487 329 150 3rd SUN Lismore Car Boot 6628 7333 3rd SUN Ballina 6687 4328

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18/1/53 – 7/10/16

ONLY ADULTS

Fantasies of a Hot Woman with Her Strap On?

OPEN: Tues 2.30–4.30pm Thurs 3–5pm Sat 10am–12 noon Call AWL 6684 4070

You never looked for praise You were never one to boast Your dreams were seldom spoken Your wants were very few A gentle man, a light footprint Your shy smile missed

Visit friendsofthepound.com to view other dogs and cats looking for a home.

EXQUISITE Be impressed with my hot body and warm hands. Tweed area. 0498073208

Passed away tragically on Monday 25th September 2017 at Byron Bay. Beloved son of Barbara & Mark. Loving brother and brotherin-law of Courtenay & Luke, Carly & Jason. Loved by aunty Margaret Montgomery, Joel, Bede and Rhys, uncle Stephen, Phillip & Naomi, Matthew and Patrick, Helen & Joslyn and Kim. Loved uncle to Aria, Gabriel, Jarrah, Billy and Sage.

Pepe is a 4-year-old desexed male pure chihuahua. He is a delightful little dog, friendly and full of life, so ideally needs an active retired couple. If you can give Pepe a permanent, loving home please contact Pam on 0421 017 461.

PETS

30/7/1975 – 25/9/2017

Take advantage of these short subsidised courses starting soon

www.tantrabyronbay.com Exquisite tantra massage & tuition for men, women & couples. 0425347477

PEPE

SLOGROVE, JAMES GORDON. ‘JIM’

(MICHAEL CURRIE FUNERALS)

Resumes to: leanne@gaiaretreat.com.au

SEXIEST MASSAGE IN BYRON BAY Truly gorgeous goddess! 0490466413

4th SAT Evans Head

0439 489 631

4th SUN Bangalow 4th SUN Nimbin 4th SUN Murwillumbah

6687 1911 0458 506 000 0422 565 168

6685 6807

FARMERS MARKETS 6677 1345 6628 1084 6684 7834 6689 1512 6687 1137 6677 1345 6687 1137 6679 5530 0466 415 172

OCTOBER 2017

Full moon Oct 6 05:40 Third quarter Oct 12 23:25 New moon Oct 20 06:12 First quarter Oct 28 09:22 Day of Sun Sun Moon Moon High tide, Low tide, month rise set rise set height (m) height (m) DAYLIGHT SAVING BEGINS 2am – turn clocks forward one hour 1 S 0624 1846 1424 0317 0600,1.07; 1824,1.44 1138,0.48 2 M 0623 1847 1520 0359 0646,1.17; 1910,1.51 0055,0.38; 1230,0.40

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1617 1715 1816 1917 2020 2125 2230 2333 0035 0132 0224 0312 0355 0435 0513 0549 0625 0701 0739 0818 0900 0944 1032 1121 1213 1306 1402 1459

0440 0519 0558 0637 0718 0801 0847 0937 1031 1129 1230 1331 1432 1532 1630 1727 1823 1919 2013 2107 2159 2250 2340 0027 0112 0154 0235 0314

0730,1.27; 1950,1.57 0810,1.38; 2030,1.61 0850,1.47; 2109,1.62 0931,1.56; 2147,1.59 1015,1.62; 2228,1.53 1059,1.66; 2310,1.43 1145,1.66; 2357,1.31 1236,1.63 0050,1.18; 1334,1.58 0157,1.08; 1443,1.54 0322,1.05; 1558,1.52 0445,1.09; 1709,1.53 0553,1.18; 1811,1.56 0648,1.29; 1902,1.57 0735,1.39; 1947,1.57 0818,1.47; 2028,1.54 0857,1.52; 2104,1.49 0934,1.56; 2139,1.42 1009,1.57; 2212,1.35 1044,1.57; 2245,1.27 1118,1.54; 2318,1.18 1155,1.51; 2357,1.10 1235,1.46 0041,1.03; 1321,1.40 0138,0.97; 1418,1.35 0256,0.95; 1526,1.33 0419,1.00; 1633,1.35 0523,1.10; 1733,1.39 0614,1.21; 1824,1.44

0130,0.29; 1315,0.32 0204,0.22; 1358,0.24 0237,0.15; 1440,0.18 0312,0.10; 1524,0.16 0347,0.08; 1611,0.17 0426,0.10; 1700,0.21 0506,0.14; 1700,0.21 0550,0.22; 1859,0.35 0641,0.31; 2013,0.41 0744,0.39; 2132,0.43 0900,0.44; 2248,0.39 1020,0.44; 2351,0.33 1131,0.39 0042,0.26; 1232,0.33 0123,0.21; 1324,0.28 0200,0.17; 1410,0.25 0323,0.16; 1453,0.24 0303,0.16; 1534,0.26 0333,0.17; 1615,0.29 0402,0.21; 1654,0.33 0432,0.25; 1735.0.39 0503,0.31; 1819,0.44 0538,0.38; 1910,0.49 0619,0.46; 2009,0.52 0714,0.53; 2118,0.53 0826,0.58; 2226,0.49 0945,0.58; 2321,0.43 1056,0.54 0006,0.35; 1155.0.46

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

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Professional golfers line up Competitors get ready for the for Ocean Shores Pro Am 2017 Byron Bay Lighthouse Run Chris Graham

The Ocean Shores Country Club is set to play host to some of the finest professional golfers in the country on Tuesday October 10, 2017. It will be the first time in more than ten years that the Ocean Shores Country Club has held a Pro-Am. The course is renowned as one of the finest layouts in Australia and, as expected, has attracted a strong professional field including 2015 Fiji International winner Steven Jeffress. Experienced tour and Pro-Am professionals Matt Ballard and Ryan Haller collectively won more than 80 Pro-Ams. Former LPGA Tour professional and 8-time winner on the LPGA Tour Rachel Hetherington will tee it up in her first event since February against the male professionals. The event is a part of the

Anthony Quayle is just one of the professional golfers on their way to Ocean Shores next week. Photo supplied

Competitors reaching the top of Cape Byron and starting the descent in last year’s Lighthouse Run. Photo Jeff Dawson

Ladbrokes Pro-Am Series. This is a national event platform for both professional and amateur golfers. A feeder tour for the PGA Tour of Australasia, the Pro-Am season hosts tournaments across the country and into New Zealand with close to 200 events run at local golf clubs. Entries are now open for

The 11th annual Byron Bay Lighthouse Run is set for Sunday October 22 and will be supporting charities including Crackin’ Cancer and the Mai Wiru Foundation. The Byron Bay Lighthouse Run is open to groups and individuals and includes a 10km run or a 6km walk starting at 7am at Clarkes

all golfers, male and female, who hold a GA handicap. This is a great opportunity and an experience to remember playing alongside some of Australians best professionals in what will be a fantastic day at the Ocean Shores Country Club. For bookings or more details contact the pro shop on 6680 1008.

Beach in Byron Bay. Crackin’ Cancer works to support research and the Cancer Council of NSW, while the Mai Wiru Foundation looks to reduce the sugar intake and improve nutrition in remote Aboriginal communities. Last year’s run again drew hundreds of community-

minded locals to raise money for new equipment to fight breast cancer in the northern rivers. The new piece of technology, a prone breast board, had been a priority for Lismore Base Hospital. See the the new website at www.byronbaylighthouserun.com.au.

Top sporting juniors Surf life savers return Battle Recharge cycles collect $500 awards to beaches prepared money back to the Tweed for a busy season Scott Carpenter from the Murwillumbah Cycle Club won the overall general classification result in Masters Division 4 in the graded races of the Battle Recharge cycling event held in Murwillumbah at the end of last month. Scott joined plenty of Australia’s best cyclists who went to the Tweed Valley to race in the Subaru National Road Series.

QSMSports delivered the event as a not-for-profit to bring an influx of sporting tourism and help recharge the local economy. ‘Our goal was to give riders some great racing and bring athletes and their supporters from around Australia back into the Tweed,’ said race director Mike Crawley. Planning for the 2018 notfor-profit event is underway.

Recipients of the Local Sporting Champion Award and a $500 cheque with Kevin Hogan. Photo supplied

Twelve local teenagers received $500 as part of their award as local sporting champions last week, recognising how they have excelled in representing the northern rivers region. Federal member for Page Kevin Hogan presented the awards. ‘I’m very pleased to help these teenagers follow their dreams,’ he said.

Winners The awards were presented to: Gabriella Hill, Australian Athletics; Tylah Crabtree, NSW PSSA Swimming Championships; Zali Hill, NSW Combined Catholic College Swimming Championships; Jacob Yourel, Combined High Schools NSW Swimming Championships;

Lachlan Offley, NSW PSSA Open Rugby League Championships; Joshua Stothard, NSW CHS Rugby League; Thomas Farragher, NSW CHS Rugby League; Toby Barlow, BSW PSSA Basketball Championships; Lauren McDonald, State Aerobics Gymnastics; Georgie Andrews-Engle, QLD State Combined Training & Horse Trials; Skyla Davis, NSW Under-13 State Hockey Championships; and McKinley Arnison, Pacific School Swimming Games. ‘The northern rivers has produced some outstanding sportspeople in the past, and it is important that we support the next crop of our local sporting talent,’ Hogan said.

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Brunswick SLS members Phil, Craig (Patrol Captain), Grant, Egor, Bryce, Oliver, Kai and Guy. Photo supplied

Coinciding with the start of the school holidays, Brunswick SLSC and other local clubs have began the spring patrol season in earnest. Leading up to the start of the season is particularly busy. ‘New members are training for their Bronze Medallion while a thorough process of requalifying current patrol members is also underway. ‘Servicing and mustering safety gear is also required before it can be ready for use,’ Guy Knox from Brunswick SLSC said. Patrolled beaches these holidays include: Duranbah,

Fingal, Cudgen/Kingscliff, Salt, Casuarina, Cabarita, Hastings, Pottsville North, Pottsville South in the Tweed; First Sun, Main Beach Byron, The Pass, Wategos, Tallows in Byron – Brunswick; Sharps, Shelly and Lighthouse in Ballina – Lennox Head.

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Rainbow Region dragon boaters A leap of faith lands a premiership collect trophies and butt blisters Ross Kendall

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The Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Club brought home trophies in the marathon and sprint racing events at the Mount Warning Dragon Boat regatta on the Tweed River at Murwillumbah last month. In optimal conditions, Rainbow Dragons managed to keep the strong teams of Redlands and Tweed behind them until the 7.5-kilometre mark, during Saturday’s 10km marathon. They severely frustrated Redlands by being able to pull out solid power before sprinting the last 250 metres, to achieve third place in 58.27 minutes. Rainbows recorded the second-fastest time in a sprint leg of the marathon and Redlands freely admits the Rainbows left them with nothing in the tank for Sunday’s sprint racing.

The Rainbow Region crew continued their winning ways in the sunshine on the Tweed River. Photo supplied

But the 25 crew of the Rainbows went on to take on some very tough Queensland teams in some exhausting back-to-back racing. Their Sports Mixed, Sports Womens and Sports Open 10s placed in all their heats. The Sports Womens went on to take second place in the final. There was additional excitement in the first heat of the Sports 10s (mainly men),

when the Brisbane Lakers lurched across two lanes and forced Rainbows’ sweep into risk-aversion mode. Lakers were penalised three seconds but still went on to win. Despite sporting ‘dragon bites’ (aka butt blisters) from the 10km marathon, Rainbow Dragons were still prepared to back up for another weekend of racing at the Coffs Coast Regatta, on the Bellingen River at Mylestom.

Mickey helps Aussie groms take copper in Japan Crystal Cylinders

Lennox Head’s Mikey McDonagh has finished in fifth position at the 2017 VISSLA ISA World Junior Surfing Championship in Hyuga, Japan. McDonagh’s result in the U/16 Boys was the third-best result for Team Australia and the points gained were an important contribution to keeping Australia on the medal podium up against 41 teams with USA scoring the gold, Hawaii silver, Japan bronze and Australia copper. Mikey’s surfing was on point but the small and sometimes inconsistent conditions worked against him in his final heat and he didn’t get the opportunity to answer back in the latter stages of the heat. ‘It’s important to adapt to the conditions that are different every heat. The Australian team thrive off the energy on the beach and support each other with some loud cheers, which really helps your performance,’ McDonagh said. A pack of Lennox Head’s finest groms braved the chilly waters of Victoria and came up trumps with some excellent results at the Rip Curl Gromsearch. Jai Glinderman won the 14 Boys, Dembe Ryan won

Making the switch to start playing Australian Rules Football was a great decision according to the captain of the premiership-winning Lismore Swans Women’s AFl team, Laura Small. Winning the inaugural northern rivers women’s league was ‘absolutely fantastic’ she said. ‘I’m really happy for all the girls who have played together from the start of the season,’ she said. Laura played soccer up until she was 18 and is really glad she committed to AFL. After an adjustment period learning the ins and outs of how the game works, she is enjoying every minute she says. In 2016 male AFL players started inviting women to training and the women’s team grew from that experience she said. A lot of the Swans Women weren’t sure at first as there are a lot of new skills and game strategy to learn, but once they get through that, and played a few games, they realised how amazing the game is, Laura said. The biggest challenge through the year was keeping the momentum of the side

Laura Small (red) in the action against the Tweed Tigers in the region’s first AFL Women’s competition. Photo supplied

and getting 25 players to turn up each week so that there were players fresh from the bench for each game. Before Lismore had a dedicated side the women went up to play with Gold Coast teams under licence to get valuable game-time experience. The competition had just three women’s teams in 2017, the Lismore Swans, Ballina Bombers and the Tweed Coast Tigers, and is looking forward to the prospect of the Byron Bay Magpies getting a new team in time for the 2018 season. ‘We will support Byron how we can,’ Laura said. ‘We will be happy to lend them players to make sure

they have enough numbers throughout the year. ‘Anyone interested is also welcome to come over and have a training run to see how it all works,’ she said. Lack of skills and fitness are no barriers to getting started in the game, she said. ‘Players will find many in exactly the same boat and they’ll really enjoy developing their understanding of the sport with each other,’ she said. ‘There are also plenty of players to cover the space on the field so you don’t have to run too far, too often’. The women in the Swans have backgrounds in soccer, netball and other football codes.

McDuff claims Teven Golf Club championship

Mikey McDonagh weaves his magic in Japanese waves. Photo Ben Reed/ISA

the 12 Boys, Nyxie Ryan was runner-up in the 14 Girls and made the semis of the 16 Girls while Harry O’Brien made the semis of the 12 Boys and his older brother Jack finished in the quarters. Byron Bay’s Joel Paxton, along with Lennox Head brothers Zak and Luke Condon, competed at the Siargao Cloud 9 Surfing Cup World Surf League Qualifying Series (QS) 3,000 event in the Philippines. While scoring some awesome conditions and amazing tube rides in the excellent waves at the star of the event, Paxton and Zak Condon were eliminated in their first heats in the round of 96 while Luke Condon made it through to the money round of 64, finishing in equal 33rd

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place and took home US$550 and 360 QS points. Lennox Head’s Stuart Kennedy is finding late-season form on the Qualifying Series at the Men’s QS 10,000 being held at Praia de Carcavelos, Cascais in Portugal, and has made it through to the round of 16 and into the big points and money rounds. If he can make it through two more heats he will be back on track on his mission to qualify for the 2018 Championship Tour. Languishing in 32nd on the Jeep Leaderboard, though, and 63rd on the QS, Kennedy will need a whole lot more of the same to secure CT participation next year. Adam Melling from Lennox Head finished in equal 37th spot.

Ian McDuff has taken out the 2017 Teven Golf Club championship and backed it with a strong putting display last weekend. The Teven Club men’s division played a nine-hole Stroke competition on Saturday morning after the championship for 2017 was decided last week. Ian backed up his strong form through the year by drawing level with John Mathias in the putting department, slotting 13 apiece. John went on to win the day’s event with a net score of 27 ahead of Ray Griffiths on 27.5 net. Next in line included: Jim McGarry (net 28), Greg Phillips (net 28 1/2), John Selwood (net 28 1/2), Steve Blackmore (net 29), and Ian (net 30).

2017 Club Champion Ian McDuff tees off at the first hole on Saturday morning. Photo supplied

Social golfers in Mullum wanted Mullum Presidents Golf Club are looking for some more players. The group plays eleven holes on Tuesday afternoons,

at the Mullumbimby Rugby League Ground Golf Course at Manns Road. Tuesdays at the Leagues Club run from 12.45pm. Club membership not required. Contact: Tony Heeson 0419 715 098, wallaby@ nor.com.au.

Mullum junior six-a-side soccer After a very successful season across the boy’s and girl’s sides, and just when you thought it was all over, you realise that too much football is barely enough. Registration is now open

for the summer junior six-aside soccer competition. Involving eight Wednesdays, starting next week 5pm–7pm. Three games for each team, made up of up to ten players a team.

Plenty of fun to be had, food to be eaten, balls to be kicked, and smiles to be shared. See https://mullumsoccer. weebly.com/ or email us at soccermullum@gmail.com.

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Grief loss bereavement

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Free support service. Carl Moore, registered psychologist. By appointment grief.loss.bereavement.byron@gmail.com or 0401 081713.

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Byron Breast Cancer Support Group meets every 3rd Wednesday 12–2pm at NSW Cancer Council rooms 8/130 Jonson St, Byron Bay. Anyone experiencing/ed breast and gynaecological cancers are most welcome to attend. Enquiries Linda 0413 668 828.

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.

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.

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

Spanish conversation group meets every Monday evening in Mullumbimby to improve language skills and cultural knowledge. Phone Paco 6684 0242.

Neighbourhood Centre Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre is open Monday–Thursday 9am–4pm and offers a range of services and activities. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy art, music, games, great food and more. Call reception on 6684 1286 and discover what is on offer.

Low-cost or free food Food Box Thursdays 9.30–11.30am at Uniting Church, Mullumbimby. If you have any sort of Centrelink card you may purchase cheap food, obtain free veges, and enjoy a cuppa. Free Food Relief Bags for anyone doing it tough, every Thursday 9–11am at The Hub Ocean Shores, cnr Rajah Rd and Bindaree Way. No ID or Concession Card required. NILs referral service also available. Check Facebook page The Hub Baptist Ocean Shores for details. C3 Care Byron Bay Food Care – log on to www.c3byronbay. com to see if you are eligible, or call 6680 8872.

Respite Service Byron Shire Respite Service Inc delivers high-quality respite care to a broad range of clients throughout the Byron, Ballina and Lismore shires. Donations welcome: Ph 6685 1921, email fundraiser@byronrespite.com.au, website: www.byronrespite.com.au.

Alateen Meeting Alateen Meeting every Thursday at 5–6pm. Do you have a parent, close friend or relative with a drinking problem? Alateen can help. For 8–16-year-olds meet St Cuthbert’s Anglican Church Hall, 13 Powell Street, corner of Florence Street Tweed Heads. Al-Anon family groups for older members at the same time and place. 1300 ALANON 1300 252 666 www.alanon.org.au

Social sporting groups Senior social table tennis at Bangalow Bowling Club Sundays 2–4pm. All levels welcomed. Call Margot 0412 394 932. Tuesday Ladies Group of Riverside Tennis Club welcomes new players 9.30am every Tuesday next to Heritage Park, Mullumbimby, for social tennis, fun and friendship. Info: Barbara 6684 8058.

Volunteer hub Choose from 40 organisations at the volunteer hub at Byron Community Centre. Make a difference in your community, have fun, learn new skills and meet people Ph 6685 6807 email volunteers@byroncentre.com.au

Cty Shopping Bus Seats available on fortnightly Community Transport Shopping Bus from Suffolk Park/Byron Bay to Byron town centre. The door-to-door bus costs $6 and is available to people who can’t access mainstream transport due to age, disability or other reason. Call Amanda 1300 875 895.

Language exchange Byron language exchange club is a free conversation meet up held twice a month in Byron Bay. Contact Paola info@ clacademy.com.au, and don’t forget to mention the language you want to practise. Volunteers welcome.

Museums Brunswick Valley Historical Society Inc Museum corner of Myocum and Stuart Sts Mullumbimby, open Tuesdays and Fridays 10-12 and market Saturdays 9-1. Discover your local history, join our team – 6684 4367. Bangalow Heritage House Museum & Cafe Open Monday from 12-4.30pm, and Tuesday – Friday 7.30am-4.30pm. Cnr Ashton & Deacon Sts Bangalow. Available for event hire and welcome all groups and visitors. Phone 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. 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.alanon.alateen.org/australia. Crystal Meth Anonymous is a fellowship of people for whom all drugs (but especially crystal meth) had become a problem. Meeting held Wed 7.30am, Byron Bay Surf Club. Call 0478 061 479 to speak to a local member or visit www.crystalmeth.org.au.

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

Toastmasters Byron Cavanbah Toastmasters meetings coaching in communication and self-development run on 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6.40pm at Byron Services Club, Byron Bay; www.byronbaytoastmasters. org. MullumMagic Toastmasters meet every 2nd, 4th and 5th Monday Prebytarian Church Hall, 101 Stuart Street 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.

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.

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.

Indonesian Conversation Klub Ngobrol, Indonesian conversation club to practise Indonesian and learn about Indonesian culture. Meets first Friday of the month, 6-8pm, Byron Services Club. Ph 0405 463 663.

Seniors Activities Seniors Activities Tuesdays at the Byron Community Centre, Jonson St, Byron Bay. Elder Beats seniors drumming 10.3011.30am with Gareth Jones in the theatre, 11.30am. Morning tea in the courtyard, 12-1pm. Chair Yoga with Pippy Wardell.

Bosom Buddies Ballina Bosom Buddies Support Group meets the third Thursday each month 10am–12pm at the Ballina Kentwell Community Centre. Contact Julie 0499 550 757 or Karen 0439 438 576 for further information.

Brunswick Valley U3A audiovisual discussion group, Thursdays 10am Mullum Ex-Services Club. Info 0432 165 006.

Quota Club 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.

Men’s Groups Complete Men has regular fortnightly men’s groups on different nights in Byron and Mullum. Call Tim Fisk 0422 508 533.

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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U3A Brunswick Valley Tuesday Forum 10 October 10am-12, Uniting Church Hall, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads. Alan Yeate on ‘The Mystery of Lassiter’s Reff’. All welcome. Ring 6685 1732.

End of life choices

U3A Ballina/Byron

Friends of the Libraries present long term local and former Byron Bay clothing shop owner Anna Middleton talking about her autobiography. Anna will be in conversation with Candi Baker, Friday, October 27 at Bangalow Heritage House $10. Bookings essential at wwwbyronbayfol.com or at Bangalow Newsagency on 6687 1396.

Voluntary euthanasia discussed on the Gold Coast November 9. Phone Elaine 07 5580 8215.

U3A Ballina/Byron. Meeting on October 10 at 10am in the RSL meeting room, Mullumbimby. Beverley Rutter presenting ‘Myths, fables and legends’. All welcome. Enquiries 6685 1982.

Friendship tea Ladies Friendship Morning Tea in the

Suffolk Park Dune Care will be on Saturday, October 7, 8.30am at the beach end of Macgregor St. Contact Helen on 6685 4964

BV VIEW Brunswick Valley VIEW Club will be holding their next luncheon meeting at Mullumbimby RSL Club at 10.30am on Thursday, October 12. Guest speaker’s

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Vinnies volunteers Make great friends and help the community by volunteering at your local Vinnies shop. Positions available at Byron Bay, Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby. Centrelink mutual obligation approved.

Rainbow Dragons Abreast (RDA) welcomes breast cancer survivors for a paddle at Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Head, on Sundays 7.30 for 8am start. Info Marian 6688 4058, mazzerati2010@ gmail.com.

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Mullumbimby branch of the Country Women’s Association, Annual General Meeting 9.30am, October 11 at the CWA Rooms, corner of Mullumbimby and Gordon Streets. Monthly meeting will follow. Info: Jenny 6684 7282 or Sue 6684 1675.

SP dune care

Mullum CWA

Do you cook boiled fruitcake, rainbow cake or coffee cake? These are just three of the sections in Mullumbimby CWA’s cookery contest on October 10. Open to any person residing in NSW. Bring entries to Mullumbimby CWA Rooms, corner Gordon and Mullumbimby Streets, at 9am. Judging at 9.45am. Info: Sue on 6684 1675.

Rainbow Dragons

U3A discussion group

Phone or text Andrew on 0428 977 454 or email Andrew@vinnieslismore.org for more information.

Cooking contest

Lions Club

Volunteers needed at Sailability, Lennox Head to assist people with a disability to sail. No prior experience required. Volunteers will be taught to sail if they wish. Lake Ainsworth second and fourth Sundays of month, 10.30am-2pm. Contact Craig: 0408 545711, craigscan10@ gmail.com

Volunteers sought for Northern Rivers Volunteering, representing over 100 community organisations. Info: 6621 7397

Sailing

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from 4–6pm. $6.00, all welcome. Enquiries Linda 0449 825 108.

Bay Singers meet Wednesdays at Byron Community Centre, 10.30–11.30am. Enquiries 0425 363 589, kim@kimbanffy. com.au. Singchronicity Choir meets Thursdays at Ocean Shores 6.45pm8.45pm. Eclectic and catchy repertoire. Ph 042 536 3589. Mullum’s Biggest Little Town Choir meets weekly at the Timber Slab factory, Jubilee Ave, Thursdays at 6.30pm. Newcomers welcome. Raise the Roof Choir: Gospel, bluegrass & more. 1–3pm Tuesdays, Suffolk Park Hall. 6–8pm Tuesdays, Bruns Uniting Hall. Weekly Uki & Channon sessions. Info@ raisetheroofsinging.com 0417277211.

Mungo’s Crossword

Bruns tennis

topic ‘Byron Eco Tours’. Apologies to Jannine on 6684 2357 by Monday, October 9.

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Uniting Church Op Shop, Dalley St, Mullumbimby – open each Saturday 8am–12 noon. Byron Bay Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–1pm. Volunteers needed. Enq Jeni: 6685 7816 or 0439 344 281. Mullumbimby Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–4.15pm, Saturday 9am–12.15pm. Volunteers needed, enq to shop 6684 4718. Mullumbimby Seventh-Day Adventist Op Shop opens Monday– Thursday 10am-3.30pm, Friday 9am–2pm and third Sunday of the month 10am2pm. Companion Animals Welfare

Uniting Church Hall, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads, October 11 from 10am. All ladies welcome. Contact 6685 1487.

On The Horizon

Op shops

South Golden Shores Community Centre every Monday at 10.30. Phone 0435 780 017. Bangalow Bowlo Sundays at 2pm. All welcome. Enquiries Margot 0412 394 932.

Meditation

Timebanking can help you build a network of support within your community through sharing skills. For more: Northern Rivers Community Gateway 6621 7397.

Choirs

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

Timebanking

Inc (CAWI) op shop Brunswick Heads (next to supermarket) open Mon–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat 9am–2pm.

Social Table Tennis

Volunteers sought

Bridge club

Group 1st and 3rd Saturdays each month at Mullumbimby Civic Hall. Contact Didi 0408 008 769 for more info. Byron Mindfulness-Insight Meditation Sangha & Pairoj Brahma 7pm–9pm Tuesdays at The Yurt, Temple Byron www. templebyron.com. No fees. Andrew 0426 119 171, Pairoj 0423 241 916. Buddhist meditation and conversation with John Allan, Mondays 6.30 – 8.30 pm, The Yurt, Temple Byron. No fees. John-0428 991189.

Buddhist meditation teaching and practice now at the living Yoga Sanga, first floor, 63 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby, 6-7.30pm, Mondays. Contact Mishaela, 0438 858 842 or mishaele@si.org.au. Dzogchen Meditation and Study

Byron Sophia Byron Sophia Philosophical Group: The Ending of Sorrow Brings Love and Compassion. Presented by Gerald Reardon. Thursday, October 5, 1-3pm, at Uniting Church, Carlyle St. Byron Bay. Info: Celia 6684 3623.

Kenya Op Shop Education Care Projects – Kenya Op Shop in River Terrace, the street behind the Mullumbimby Post Office. Summer stock out now. Currently supporting 60 disadvantaged children in Kenya.

Vinnies Byron Vinnies Byron Bay will hold their annual Linen, Lace & Collectables Sale in their Marvell Street shop during the month of November, while stock lasts.

Cryptic Clues

Quick Clues

ACROSS

1. Become thin, gentlemen – the Buddha achieved it! (13) 8. Skewer tips back (4) 9. A, used on watch? (6-4) 10. Like a head to head contest, or Plato’s chariot? (3,5) 11. You old people, I am from Aden (6) 13. Rants about attitudes of interchanges (10) 16. Rubbish, one type of bread (4) 17. Ice for Alban? (4) 18. Idlers pose problems for looters (10) 20. Sets forth conditions (6) 22. Complete betting with diamonds – or pimentos! (8) 24. Rowed small boat, we hear, with fish – and petting! (10) 26. Require study about the east to return (4) 27. Discussions cover onanists? Shock! (13)

1. Culmination of Buddhism (13) 8. Eject saliva, expectorate (4) 9. Used, resold (6-4) 10. Type of cart pulled by a pair (3,5) 11. Citizen of Aden (6) 13. Interchanges, switches positions (10) 16. Indian unleavened bread (4) 17. Composer Alban … (4) 18. Looters, pillagers (10) 20. Units of a federation (6) 22. Pimento (8) 24. Petting, spooning, snogging (10) 26. Require, lack (4) 27. Discussions, dialogues (13)

DOWN

1. Giving and receiving authority (11) 2. Lock, device for closing a gate (5) 3. Land mollusc such as a snail (9) 4. Cardboard tokens for admission to events (7) 5. First name of Wake and Mitford (5) DOWN 6. Fleeting, temporary (9) 1. Cleverly temper women for 7. Imperial unit of weight (3) assumption of authority (11) 12. Kitchen tools for extracting 2. Lock up the French, time for kernels (11) church (5) 14. Sleeping attire (9) 3. Drops goat, finds snail (9) 15. Draw attention to, illuminate (9) 4. Lists of candidates – parasite, 19. Infectious skin disease (7) aliens (7) 21. Swamp grass (5) 5. Wake French town (5) 23. Leftist, commie (5) 6. Fleeting, but might be ample here 25. Section of a circle (3) (9) 7. Not up for the weight (3) Last week’s solution N198 12. Loony, crazy tool (11) S I L V E R M E D A L L I S T E I V A I A D E 14. Funny thing, a thousand possess N U M B E R T W O P I E T A sleepwear (9) A B R E G S N T 15. See land, and make it the centre T R O U G H S E M E S T E R O R N I E of attention (9) R A F T E R T E N T A C L E 19. Blackleg? That’s little affliction (7) O E F S R A D O O R N A I L P A L L I D 21. Southern border for swamp I T G P U grass (5) R U N N E R U P S E C O N D 23. Nail decisive win for leftist (5) T O R R W Z K G I N T E R I N A N I M A T E 25. A papist, part of a circle (3) E E O N S U P O R E S E R V E C H A M P I O N

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The ongoing global success of hardcore band Parkway Drive has seen many a street sign stolen, but Council staff have come up with the answer. Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inspections officer Dave Carney said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Over the years, we have replaced that sign more than 30 times and every time we replace it someone comes and pinches it again. For 12 years we have been losing the battle with that street sign so the sign crew finally decided to paint the name of the street on the road.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Photo supplied

keep the energy high with his music. He was also a great supporter of Aboriginal rights and of those trying to protect sacred sites. Importantly, he never said no to a person in need. Many residents of Byron and the hinterland will have strange and wonderful stories to tell about him.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; A celebration and funeral will soon be announced she says. Q Q Q Q

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