Byron Shire Echo – Issue 32.26 – 06/12/2017

THE BYRON SHIRE Volume 32 #26 Wednesday, December 6, 2017

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Phoebe Greatorix and founder Luke Young from Sunshine Cycles. Photo Jeff Dawson

Greens mayor Simon Richardson has again been forced to admit Council’s inability to communicate effectively following a decision to evict a solar-charged electric bike hire company from a prime Byron Bay CBD location.

The operators of Sunshine Cycles, Phoebe Greatorix and founder Luke Young, have been given one month’s notice to vacate the Council-owned site, located near the newly constructed train station on Shirley Street.

Their tenure has been overshadowed by repeated lack of clarity and communication regarding their use of the site and concerns relating to the competitive advantage gained over other bike-hire businesses. After Mr Young approached Council in August 2016 asking for support to trial their business, he was supported by councillors for a trial period as it could be done at

little or no cost to Council.

A peppercorn rent was arranged. ‘Its innovative nature was why we wanted to support them on a short-term basis,’ said mayor Simon Richardson.

The council’s November 23, 2017 agenda initially states that it was looking to support the start-up phase for ‘12 to 18 months’.

However, Cr Richardson told The Echo that staff were uncomfortable with this, owing to guidelines around competitive processes. A six-month lease was provided, which then became a month-to-month lease. As the end of the six-month lease approached, Sunshine Cycles contacted Council to clarify their position and request an extension.

But Council’s executive management stated that it was unable to extend the trial ‘in relation to guidelines around competitive processes’.

Confounding matters, a practising valuer was engaged by the

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Council on September 4 to prepare a commercial market valuation to estimate the market rental value of the site. While councillors were advised by staff that it would be completed on November 8, the mayor told The Echo last week that ‘staff haven’t completed it yet’.

Mr Young says he has waited for the council’s valuation report to be done, so that they could further discuss whether they stayed on the site at a cost, as per the valuation, or relocate. ‘I got involved with Zero Emissions Byron and they were talking about ways to improve transport in the town,’ he said. ‘I have put my own money in so far and we are now looking for investment. If we double what we are currently doing, we have ten bikes, it will begin to be profitable.’ To contact Sunshine Cycles visit www.sunshinecycles.com.au or call 0406 755 547.

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Byron Bay developer clarifies four-storey DA

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Further to last week’s report of a high density development proposed on the corner block at the end of Jonson Street opposite Byron Music, developer Graham Dunn says that the proposed height of his development ‘complies with the current height of building for the B2 Town Centre zone of 11.5 metres.’ ‘The height of the building is not taller than some other existing developments,’ he says. ‘For example, the Butter Factory apartments across the street are 11.5m.’ ‘The fourth storey is set back and barely visible from the street. The buildings are respectful of the Byron streetscape; the designers integrated significant gardens and planting to reduce the visual structure. ‘The design was directly in response to the need for more permanent rental accommodation in Byron Bay and also the need for more child care.’ Also Mr Dunn says the 24 shops as reported last week are ‘shop top houses’ which would be ‘permanent longterm residential accommodation.’ He says, ‘There are two shops and one restaurant on the ground floor.

Plus there is a child care centre on the ground floor.’ Additionally, Mr Dunn has clarified that the estimated cost is $23.18m, not $21m as written on the DA. The Echo asked Mr Dunn, ‘Would you consider having this DA assessed by Council instead of the Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) by reducing the capital

investment to below $20m?’ He replied, ‘I would love it if the project were going to cost less than $20m to build; it would save us a lot of money. However, the quantity surveyor’s report states that it will cost $23,186,495. This is the construction cost value on which we paid our Development Application fees.’ Mr Dunn also maintains he told the Byron Bay Masterplan leadership team of his pecuniary interest with the development when joining the group and wrote his interest in his application form to the group.

Masterplan support Supporting Mr Dunn, fellow member of the Byron Bay masterplan team, Byron Rogers, posted on the Support our Masterplan Byron Bay Facebook page that he ‘was at the meeting where Graham Dunn introduced himself and explained that he was a developer, that he was planning to develop this site and that he was interested in getting feedback from the community about it.’ Additionally another leadership team member, Geoff Bensley, supported Mr Dunn’s good character on The Echo’s online story.

He wrote, ‘Graham has lived here for over 25 years and has a wonderful partner who has lived in Byron Bay longer than me, ie 52 years. I would have objected to having rabid Greenies and rabid developers on the MPLT, Graham is in between these two groups! Without developers we wouldn’t have Suffolk Park, Byron Hills, Baywood Chase or Parkway Drive area. Thanks to Graham for continued on page 3

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Bangalow protests paid parking Concessions by Byron Shire Council that would see all residents in the 2479 postcode offered the right to buy an annual permit instead of paying to park in Bangalow doesn’t go far enough, according to the town’s chamber of commerce.

A snap meeting of 90 Bangalow chamber of commerce members last Tuesday overwhelmingly rejected Council’s paid parking plans for the town, according to president Jo Millar.

A public protest in the

town is planned for Saturday December 9 from 9am, starting at the pub.

Ms Millar says ‘[Council] says it’s done the modelling, surveyed the community, done the traffic studies, and identified the revenue that can be raised. But it hasn’t.’

She also says the survey questions were skewed towards a positive response.

‘Unlike Byron Bay there are scant data about tourists in Bangalow. There are no valid survey data that describes the Bangalow com-

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munity’s opinion on paid parking,’ she says.

‘There are no user data reported about who parks in the CBD of Bangalow. Revenue predictions of $700k, $900k, $1 million are not based on evidence from Bangalow.’

Additionally she says that traffic/movement studies do not support paid parking as a first option. ‘Both [the traffic] consultant reports are cautious about revenue,’ she says. ‘The Bangalow Guidance Group have never formally voted on paid parking.’

With contractors preparing to install the parking meters by January 1, Council say it’s unable to reverse its decision even if it wanted to. Meanwhile, mayor Simon Richardson announced plans to extend the sale of paid parking exemption permits to nearby residents of Ballina and Lismore LGAs.

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Julian Edwards and Grant Rasheed at the opening of their new gallery, Jefa and Ninbella, in Bangalow’s main street last Friday. For more info visit www.ninbella.com. Photo Jeff Dawson

Councillors reject staff tree-removal report A report by Council staff into the events that led to their cutting down three trees in Railway Park without warning at the end of October was rejected by councillors at their extraordinary meeting last Tuesday.

Such events are rare; usually staff reports are ‘noted’.

Mayor Simon Richardson penned the nine-point rejection of the report, which was authored by manager open space and resource recovery Michael Matthews.

He told the chamber, ‘I

was very disappointed in the report. It simply did not answer the questions we asked.

‘The communication strategy wasn’t included in the report and didn’t appear to be followed. [Regarding] process, there were no flora and fauna reports.’

Cr Richardson said it gives councillors ‘no choice’ but to get an independent consultant report to see how the process failed and what steps can be put in place for the future.

‘I don’t believe there was any wilful failing,’ he said.

Cr Alan Hunter was the only councillor who voted against and said while he hadn’t had a chance to digest the motion, ‘We could have handled this a lot better’.

‘We owe staff the respect to sit down and resolve this in private…There are no winners in this as a result of the motion. This is stubbing our toe and does not fix anything…

I’m upset where it’s ended up.’

Cr Cate Coorey said it was a very public issue for the community. ‘I feel we have to deal with it in the public fo-

rum. It shows we are working for our community and that’s why we need to go through this process.’

In reply, the mayor said ‘This is not a response to the loud voices whom we will never be able to please. We took a 30-year-old native tree down without consultation. That simply has to be explained.’

‘I’m not interested in a witch hunt; I just want to move on. The things we asked for are not in the report. The community will not let us get away with that, and nor should they.’

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While the significant numbers of young people who descended on the Bay for their end-of-school celebrations were well behaved and had a good time, Schoolies HUB co-ordinator Nicqui Yazdi says a large group of kids from Lismore were out to cause

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trouble last Friday night.

She wrote on social media, ‘My estimate is that there were maybe 50 Lismore kids, who ranged from as young as about 11, to their mid 20s, but most in their mid to late teens.

‘Fights and scuffles broke out everywhere… One of these fights saw one local boy end up with a fractured cheekbone.’

Ms Yazdi said that the siege in Lismore that afternoon had taken police away from Byron Bay leaving them with only two police officers.

‘I wasn’t happy about the lack of police presence, which has been a common theme over the last nine years.

‘Friday night is “fight night” in Byron all year round, but when the school-

ies are around, these groups of teen gangs just have more moving targets to punch and [that] night made for the most uncomfortable night of this year’s entire [Schoolies HUB] operation, and maybe for any year to date.’

The issues on Friday night are currently being investigated by police, who also believe that it involved a group of people from around the region.

But local Tweed-Byron LAC police inspector Stephen Dempsy denied there were ‘only two police officers in Byron’ last Friday night.

Inspector Dempsy told The Echo that Friday night was not a standout night for street violence in Byron and that ‘it could happen any night, is not regular and isn’t always young people.’

Ms Yazdi is calling for a Friday night youth program to help tackle violence in the Main Beach park.

Youth program ‘For years, I have believed that Main Beach park on a Friday night needs the presence of an actual “program” aimed at making the park a safer area,’ said Ms Yazdi.

‘This is the chosen “hang” spot of our local kids. I’d be keen to hear suggestions from anyone as to what kind of form of Friday night program in the park would be most effective, and maybe look at implementing something.’

Overall, however, the schoolies period went well said Ms Yazdi. ‘It was relatively uneventful, bar just a few incidents.’

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Artstate brightens up region A program of theatre, music, dance, film and visual arts celebrating the vitality and creativity of NSW regional artists was held last weekend in Lismore.

Artstate is a new fouryear project by Regional Arts NSW that aims to ‘shine a light on excellence in regional arts practice and to explore the exciting possibilities for arts and cultural development across the state.’

The program has a strong focus on Aboriginal arts and arts leaders, as well as the recognition of the contribution of local government to arts and cultural development in regional NSW. For more info visit www. artstate.com.au.

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Developer on Byron masterplan group clarifies his four-storey DA being a volunteer and a philanthropist in our town.’

Another masterplan leadership team member David Michie wrote on The Echo’s online story that while he didn’t hear Mr Dunn mention his involvement in the Jonson Street development when he joined the leadership team… ‘another member of the masterplan team does recall Graham disclosing his interest in the Jonson Street development at the first meeting and I’m happy to accept that.’

The Echo understands that no minutes of past masterplan meetings were recorded, yet a Council staff member has now been assigned to the group to help facilitate public communication.

Mr Dunn was also keen to point to the sustainable components of his proposal.

‘The building will contain a commercial-scale photovoltaic (solar system) on the roof to provide up to 20kW of peak power. This energy will be stored in batteries in the building and the energy will power multiple areas including common areas, lifts and basement exhaust.

‘We think that the most interesting use of this energy will be the powering of electric cars and electric bicycles. The electric-car charging station is in line with the Byron Shire, Tweed and Ballina Councils’ Northern Rivers Electric Vehicle Strategy, which has the aim

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Plans for the southern end of Jonson Street include two-level parking basement for 120 cars, 26 serviced apartments, 24 residential units, a 65-place childcare centre, shops and restaurant.

of promoting regional uptake of electric vehicles to business and the community.’

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While the Byron Bay Town Centre Masterplan recommends community wishes that the CBD remain at three storeys, page 69 suggests the Jonson Street South precinct be ‘incrementally transformed’ into a mixed-use district that supports medium-density living and local business.’

It reads, ‘By achieving this outcome, a greater population of residents and workers can be located within walking distance of the town centre core.

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The masterplan also suggests removing the ‘incentive for local retail-dominant developments in this precinct through amending the LEPlanduse zoning to a mixeduse zoning.’

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Local News Santos Organics donates $30k to food production projects Local environmental notfor-profit organisation Santos Organics has announced $30,000 in grants for Byron Shire projects that increase local food production and consumption.

The recipients of the funds are Byron Hinterland Seed Savers, Mullumbimby Community Gardens, Mullumbimbees and Federal Community Children’s Centre.

The funded projects include an upgraded kitchen and function space at Mullumbimby Community Gardens, an Aboriginal bush regenerators working with Byron Shire Chemical Free Landcare to provide free training days for community members at the children’s centre. Additionally

a regional food growing hub for Byron Hinterland Seed Savers will be created, which will showcase the 45 perennial foods currently being freely shared on a registry recording the community seed savers’ seed stock.

Finally, a bee-keeping resource centre will be built to teach the public about the environmental benefits of beekeeping and encourage home production systems.

Rasa Dover, the founder of Byron Hinterland Seed Savers, said her group was ‘excited that we’ll be able to share these wonderful foods with the community and increase awareness about how to grow them and consume them’.

‘We are hopeful that every-

one will have a whole lot more diversity in their gardens and on their dinner plate!’

Profits to projects These funds have been made available because, as an Australian-registered environmental not-for-profit organisation, Santos Organics invests its profits in projects that enhance the natural environment.

These projects are expected to roll out over the next 12 months, predominantly using volunteer labour.

Anyone wanting to be involved in any of the projects should contact the relevant organisation. For more info visit www.santosorganics. com.au.

Shield of honour ceremony for boys, Dec 7 Teeya Blatt

The importance of honour in young boys’ lives cannot be overestimated.

Intimately tied to the feeling of and need for belonging, honour is a complex, multilayered expression of how a

growing boy relates to himself, his family and community.

But honour is not a gift; it must be earned or it is of no value. But how to earn it?

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Vale Doug Manning Brian Mollet

Hippy counterculture and the Main Arm area lost one of its heroes last week when Doug Manning died at home with his family and loved ones after a long battle with cancer at the age of 61.

Cheeky, laconic and likeable, Doug’s early life and schooling showed that he had plenty of talent in mechanics, music and communication, but didn’t quite ‘fit into the box’.

His easygoing manner and gift of the gab saw him talk his way into and out of trouble with equal ease. At 14 and nine months, he left school and travelled in Western Australia, QLD and Victoria, meeting first wife Sue and starting a family.

His skills as a boilermaker and studies in early childhood education served well enough to keep the wolves from the door.

Doug found his niche when he came to the north coast in 1980, establishing himself at the famous Tuntable Falls commune in Nimbin and, in an area that celebrates its characters, he more than

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held his own.

This attracted the attention of life partner Ingrid, who first kissed Doug at a gig at Durrumbul Hall in 1997 and was to marry him there some years later.

Together they ran the popular Wacky Wax stall at the local markets where a generation of kids had fun and got creative making candles under Doug’s always colourful tutelage.

A true Aussie character with a lightning wit, he guided and entertained visitors to the area, running the Nimbin Bus tours from Byron Bay, and it would be true to say that his fame is worldwide as many a backpacker from England, Germany or Japan has taken his anecdotes and photos home with them.

Doug and Ingrid’s long association with Durrumbul Hall began in 1998, when they took on the role of caretakers and wove themselves into the fabric of the Main Arm community. No stranger to hard work, he could turn his hand to tasks such as re-stumping a house or changing the transmission on his beloved red bus, then with equal facility pick up his mandolin or flute to have a jam.

Doug’s intelligence, caring nature, humour, talent and positivity gained him a wide circle of friends and an indelible place in local history.

Dec 7 send-off Fittingly his send-off will be at Durrumbul Hall, which has seen the benefit of so much of his energy and skills over the years.

Friends and community members are invited to attend from 2pm this Thursday, December 7, to celebrate his life and loves and to offer respects and farewells to a true character and champion of the local area. Please wear colourful clothes, bring a plate, a drink and lots of Dougie love to share.

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Flood grants for primary producers extended Recovery grants have been extended to primary producers, in specific industries, who were affected by the north coast floods from March 28, 2017.

Byron and Ballina The announcement by minister for Justice Michael Keenan and NSW minister for emergency services Troy Grant covers Ballina, Byron, Clarence Valley, Kyogle and Richmond Valley shires.

Mr Grant said funding of up to $10,000 is available for eligible macadamia and sugarcane growers in Ballina and Clarence Valley, dairy producers in Byron, Kyogle and Richmond Valley, and vegetable growers in Byron and Kyogle.

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Shark apps and deterrents

way. But does being told every time a shark pops up on the radar really make us feel safer?

Do we want our summer beach visits to be punctuated by alarms, hovering drones and smartphone alerts that make us think twice about getting into the water?

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A high-pitched siren rings out across the beach, sending a flock of seagulls into the air in a flurry of wings and indignant squawking.

The shrill alarm is coming from a bright red-and-yellow drone hovering over the water out past the breakers.

Using carefully designed shark-recognition software, the fully automated drone has detected a juvenile great white cruising past about a cricket pitch-and-a-half away from a group of surfers.

The boardriders look at each other wearily.

‘Third time this afternoon,’ one says to another as the group begin to paddle back towards to shore.

Further in, dozens of swimmers follow suit – trudging back to their towels where their smartphones ping with further warnings that include the size and species of the shark and its prior history.

Unconcerned with the commotion, the young shark continues on its way – scanning lazily for bait fish in the warm, clear water…

It might sound a bit like something out of a sci-fi movie, but this scenario is coming

Surveillance state Byron’s Main Beach. Photo Jeff Dawson

soon to a beach near you.

Fear over shark attacks on the north coast has driven a wave of new detection and deterrence strategies that are set to make our most popular beaches some of the most scrutinised and surveyed in the world this summer.

Shark deterrent measures On any given day in the upcoming holiday season, beachgoers are likely to see helicopters and drones searching for shark-like shapes beneath the waves.

Sightings will be immediately relayed, not only to those in the water, but to tens of thousands of smartphone

users across the country via apps and social media.

Under the surface, 35 separate SMART drum lines will be deployed up and down the coast, temporarily ensnaring sharks so that they can be fitted with electronic tags for easier detection by floating receivers.

And at five beaches between Lennox Head and Evans Head large, synthetic shark nets been set up in a bid to stop sharks getting too close.

On the face of it, the measures are a great way to reduce the risk of attack.

After all, if a swimmer or surfer is aware that there’s a shark around, he or she can take action to get out of the

Marine biologist Dr Danny Bucher says that while he supports shark-detection devices in general, they need to be used wisely.

‘If we start conducting major shark-detection operations on the north coast, we are going to see a lot more sharks simply because we’re looking for them,’ says Dr Bucher, from Southern Cross University.

‘The question is, what do we do with the information?’

‘If you want to completely eliminate the small risk of an unwanted shark–human interaction, you’ll find yourself getting out of the water far more often than you’d like to.’

He says there is a need to balance safety with people’s need to enjoy the water.

‘What we don’t want to do is to create fear by telling people there are “dangerous” continued on next page

Call to ban water extraction, Luis Feliu

Tweed Shire Council is set to call on the state government to ban further water extraction and bottling on rural land in the Shire, where a dozen sites are approved or in the pipeline for such commercial activity.

The controversial issue of water extraction and bottling in the Tweed Valley has come to a head with council planners recommending councillors next week approve the proposal for the state planning department to consider.

Last month, Tweed Council resolved to prepare a planning proposal for the prohibition, and a report detailing the current development applications (DAs) in relation to this land use.

Planners also recommended Council supports the inclusion of a ‘savings clause’ to enable a decision to be made on two current undetermined DAs under existing rules.

Planning staff say in their report that extraction and bottling of water was a per-

The location of water extraction and or bottling facilities throughout the Tweed.

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mitted with consent in the rural zones within the Tweed Local Environmental Plan 1987 and 2000.

But the land use became prohibited with the introduction of the Tweed LEP 2014 ‘owing to changed definitions provided within the standardised template issued by the NSW government for

all local environmental plans across the state’.

‘This caused a situation where ongoing water extraction/bottling sites were not able to secure a long-term feasibility of their businesses, particularly within the context of any proposed expansion or redevelopment,’ planners say.

‘To mitigate this undesired

impact, Tweed Shire Council prepared a planning proposal PP15/0004… seeking amendment to the Tweed LEP 2014 to re-instate the permissibility of water extraction and bottling in rural zones.

‘Throughout the preparation and public exhibition of this planning proposal, continued on next page

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set to roll out this summer continued from page 6 sharks everywhere, when the chances of being attacked, even when there are sharks around, are very low.’

Fear v reality The fact is that the public’s perception of shark–human interaction is, in many cases, quite different from reality.

One of the biggest misconceptions is that attacks are a common occurrence.

According to Taronga Zoo’s shark-attack file, there have been 47 fatalities from unprovoked shark attacks in Australia in the last 50 years: an average of 0.9 per year.

To put that figure in perspective, there are an estimated 100,000,000 beach visitations by Australians each year.

So why do many of us have the view that there are so many attacks?

According to Dr Blake Chapman, the author of Shark Attacks: Myths, Misunderstandings and Human Fear, the nature and frequency of media coverage has a big role in this.

Media role ‘When we hear repeated media reports of shark at-

tacks it makes it seem like these are happening all the time when they’re not,’ Dr Chapman said.

‘When the reports also focus on the intimate details and personal aspects of the attack, it plays to our basic fears and that gets imprinted in our memories,’ he says.

‘When something stays in our memory, it has the potential to skew our perception – giving us the impression that it’s happening all the time.’

Another common misconception is that a shark will attack if it comes into contact with a human.

A 2014 Plymouth University study of shark–human interactions across the globe found that just five per cent were ‘negative’, with the remainder being reported as ‘positive’ or ‘neutral’ by those involved.

Dr Chapman says this is also borne out by the Australian experience.

‘Sharks are part of the marine environment in this country – we’ve basically been sharing that habitat with them ever since people started venturing into the water.’

‘Yet there have been relatively few attacks given how much time we spend in the water.’

Dr Chapman says the gulf between our perception of shark–human interaction and reality is partly a legacy of our primal fear of physical threats from wild animals.

‘We have a highly developed sense of fear that comes from our mammalian lineage, which evolved in a certain way to ensure our survival,’ Dr Chapman says.

‘And that particularly applies to wild animals that could do us harm.

‘Of course that fear can be very useful when we’re actually faced with a physical threat from a wild dangerous animal; it helps us to fight or flee.

Attacks are rare ‘But it can also skew our perception of the threats around us, particularly in the modern world where being attacked by an animal is very rare.’

Imagine what would happen if we responded with the same level of fear to a more common, contemporary threat like road accidents.

A uniform speed limit of 40km/h? Constant aerial surveillance on public holidays?

The culling of drunk drivers to avoid future harm?

Yet, whether they are

bottling on land in RU2 Rural Landscape zoning, four (4) development applications have been lodged with Council with two (2) of them related with ongoing operators and two (2) for new sites.’

Ten approved since 1987 Since 1987, water bottling and extraction has been approved at 10 locations

around the valley.

Planners also warned that ‘given the previous support by the Department of Planning for inclusion of water extraction and bottling as a permitted use within the RU2 Rural Landscape zone, an attempt to prohibit this land use will have to be strongly justified and assessed against [the] current local, regional and state planning and environmental planning frame-

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founded in fact or not, fears of shark attacks remain in our community, and they need to be addressed.

The solution There are suggestions that new technologies, which deter sharks without alarming swimmers, could offer a solution.

The ‘shark shield’ device, which fits onto a surfboard and transmits a signal to deter the sharks, is being hailed as a way forward by some.

Large-scale devices that could potentially protect a whole beach using the same principle are also being tested overseas.

However according to Dr Chapman, the best defence against sharks and the fear of them is education.

‘It would be great to see shark education taught as part of beach education in schools – particularly in coastal areas,’ she says.

‘If things like avoiding surfing at sunrise and sunset, going out with another person and being aware that bait [fish] balls can attract sharks become part of our beach culture, we’ll be safer and I think less fearful of what’s out there.’

bottling in Tweed Shire continued from page 6 concerns about conflicting land uses and impacts on existing farms were raised and this resulted in the removal of RU1 Primary Production zoning from the scope of the planning proposal, permitting water extraction/ bottling on land zoned RU2 Rural Landscape only.

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Spirit fest returns for April After five nurturing years in the arms of Mullumbimby, Byron Spirit Festival organisers are excited to announce they will be moving their festival to its namesake town for its sixth year in 2018.

To be held April 20–22, the festival will span both the Cavanbah Centre on Ewinsgdale Road and Elements of Byron in Belongil.

More than 50 workshops and panels on yoga, music, dance, healing, creative arts, sustainability and various cultural ceremonies are planned.

Co-organiser Kate Little says this year’s theme is ‘We Are the Mandala’, which will focus on ‘co-creation and the concept of human design and our connection to the natural world.’

‘We’ll explore how we can live in the greatest harmony with ourselves and everything else!

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collaborate with local Byron businesses to enhance the experience of our festival visitors’.

New workshops Ms Little says the upcoming festival will see, ‘the addition of a number of new

workshop streams to the program including conscious relationships, Indigenous culture with local Arakwal custodians and rites of passage for teenagers.

‘And in a Spirit Festival first, the Australian Breath-

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Perhaps the most important piece of legislation that local governments use to approve or reject developments – the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EP&A Act) – is about to be overhauled by the NSW government.

As a ‘planning instrument’, the EP&A Act sits above Council’s local environment plans (LEPs), Development Control Plans (DCPs) and forward planning strategies.

The NSW Department of Planning and Environment has released proposed changes to the EP&A Act, and promises that the new ‘underlying objectives’ will be to enhance ‘community participation, promote strategic planning, increase probity and accountability in decision making and promote simpler and faster processes for all participants.’

While most of the changes are expected to commence in the first quarter of 2018, the department claims there will be a staged approach owing to the scope of the changes.

Climate change ignored So how do the updates stack up?

Public law advocacy body EDO NSW told The Echo, ‘While the Bill has some 8 December 6, 2017 The Byron Shire Echo

positive amendments, it fails to address one of the most urgent challenges – planning for climate change.

‘The Bill misses the opportunity to build climate considerations into relevant stages of the planning process.’

EDO NSW’s outreach director Emily Ryan said, ‘Now more than ever, NSW needs to plan for a responsible carbon future, and our planning system is key.’

‘The Planning Act is the place to address mitigation because most of NSW greenhouse gas emissions are authorised through planning and development approvals under the Act.’

PAC renamed IPC Another aspect to the EP&A Act is the Planning Assessment Commission (PAC), which is a statutory body created under the Act. It’s earmarked to be renamed the Independent Planning Commission (IPC).

Changing names of departments and oversight bodies is one of many tools deployed by governments to maintain a bureaucratic fog over the public and this name change comes without any explanation.

Quick! Commission a new new logo, website and print new stationery! Act busy!

Ms Ryan says the PAC

‘makes decisions about state significant development (SSD) under delegation from the planning minister – decisions that would otherwise be made by the minister for planning.’

Locally, the PAC has been the consent authority for the North Byron Parklands in Yelgun, which is home to Splendour in the Grass and Falls Festival.

According to its website, the PAC’s ‘Ministerial delegation provides any applications that have more than 25 objection submissions be referred to the commission for determination.’

Another approval process that can override NSW councils (ie a democratically elected body) is the Joint Regional Planning Panels (JRPP).

That panel becomes the consent authority once a development project is estimated to be more than $20m and has an almost 100 per cent approval rate.

Locally, the northern region JRPP approved the contentious Butler Street bypass and is considering the Bangalow food hub on Lismore Road.

The JRPP does not appear to be included in any of the changes to the EP&A Act, however.

Ms Ryan says, ‘While there may be some improvements to the process for the new

Independent Planning Commission, the [EP&A] Bill fails to address a major flaw in the current PAC process – that where a public hearing is held there can be no third-party merits appeals.’

PAC flawed ‘It has become standard practice in NSW for the minister to request the PAC holds a public hearing, and this has removed the rights of affected communities to challenge the merits of more than 30 major resource projects.

‘Merits review is an essential part of the planning system and it is crucial that it continues to be recognised and facilitated in NSW. ‘An aim of the planning reforms was to restore community confidence in the planning system.

‘While the new community participation plans are an improvement, excluding third-party review of major projects will neither restore confidence nor ensure integrity of the system.’

EDO’s report on how the planning system can address climate change is available at http://bit.ly/2AnTlta.

EDO’s report on merits review is available at http://bit. ly/2AHYUmP. A summary of the proposed changes to the EP&A Act is available onine at http://bit.ly/2jJYSQT.

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Storyteller Jenni CargillStrong will be delighting her audience this Sunday from 4pm with Stories in the Club at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club.

Jenni’s stories work best for children three years and older, and her stories work at different levels so there is always a layer for people of any age to enjoy.

Unaccompanied adults are welcome to attend without a little person, but children do need an adult with them.

As Jenni rarely performs locally for families, she is very excited to welcome her own community to this performance.

With more than twenty years’ professional experience telling and singing in a wide range of settings, Jenni’s repertoire includes original local tales and sung ballads, as well as ancestral stories from around the globe. She combines dynamic, participative stories and songs with games to stimulate imagination.

Stories in the Club for adults will return next year on Sunday, February 11 with environmental stories from Mary Gardner, Simon Richardson, Eshanna Bragg, Jim Tait, John Allen and Harry B.

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Anna Honeychurch with her painting, Other World, at last Friday’s exhibition of secondyear students’ work at the Byron School of Art in Mullum. Photo Jeff Dawson

MP Tamara Smith ‘Blows Zero’ at schoolies Local MP Tamara Smith has contributed to the final $5,000 needed to purchase a new breathalyser for the Byron schoolies HUB. The new breathalyser will be used as part of the ‘Blow Zero’ campaign, aimed at teaching young people about responsible drinking.

‘It was great – within ten minutes we raised $5,000,’ said Tamara after blowing zero.

‘I donated $1,000 of my own money and with a quick ring around to Jeremy Holmes at Elements, Matthew Evans from Falls Festival, Julie Howie at Splendour in the Grass and the Sun Bistro, they all donated $1,000 each.’

HUB co-ordinator Nicqui Yazdi estimated that around 14,000 young people including 4,000 local kids used the HUB throughout schoolies.

‘The breathalyser will

continue to provide breath tests at schools, community events and festivals throughout the year,’ said Nicqui.

Niqui also announced that they’d received a $9,997 grant from the alcohol and drug foundation to buy another hand-held breathalyser.

‘We are planning to take the breathalysers to lots of events including the Byron Bay Chamber of Commerce drinks,’ said Nicqui.

Buy or renew Water management ineffective: your Pay Parking national audit watchdog E-Permit today.

Investigation For just $55 per year, an E-Permit enables all Byron Shire residents to park in any metered space anywhere across the Shire.

A federal agency tasked with independently auditing governance has found that Murray-Darling Basin water management does not provide ‘a high level of assurance about the protection and use’ of the basin.

Auditor-general Grant Hehir from the Australian National Audit Office released

a report last week and wrote: ‘A lack of specific, measurable deliverables, milestones and criteria for assessing the performance of NSW under the Murray-Darling Basin National Partnership Agreement (NPA) represent significant weaknesses in the performance framework.’

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Following an ABC Four Corners investigation, the top NSW water bureaucrat resigned and forced the NSW coalition government to commission an investigation.

Police restructure alarms PSA Reilly Baum

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the NSW Ombudsman, recently reported similar findings.

The Public Service Association (PSA) fear police numbers will be reduced in regional NSW in the biggest restructuring of the NSW police force in twenty years.

The National Party insists that the restructuring is part of a greater plan that aims to improve front line coverage in the places that need it most.

Yet PSA general secretary Stewart Little says, ‘Job cuts in regional areas mean less money [goes] into the local community.’

Remarkably Mr Little says, ‘Regional NSW has already been hit for six by the NSW

NSW minister for police Troy Grant.

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coalition government with cuts in TAFE and National Parks, the privatisation of disability services and a number of other critical public services.’

‘We call on the National Party in regional NSW to give an undertaking that local police will continue to

have the vital administrative support that allows them to fully serve their communities, and that no police officer will be forced into an administrative role and taken off frontline duties.’

A November 5 article by Lucy Cormack in the Sydney Morning Herald (Fairfax) reports, ‘A spokesperson for police minister Troy Grant states said it was ‘entirely false to suggest that police services will be reduced in any way’ as a result of any structural changes.’

Locally, the Mullumbimby police station is unmanned and all calls are directed to the Brunswick Heads station.

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Art inspires reef protection

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College graduates Felix Abercrombie-Wood, Soda and Jodie Gray with tutor Virginia Reid.

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Creating connections and understanding the interweb of life and our environment are driving forces behind Rainforest Rescueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest campaign to help protect Australian rainforest and reef, #rainforest2reef.

Local artists Carol Atkin and Zion Levy Stewart have been selected to take part in the combined enviro/arts project, which was initiated to highlight the significance of the Wet Tropics and Great Barrier Reef World Heritage

areas in far north QLD. The project has been inspired not only by the amazing and rich biodiversity and natural beauty, but also the connectivity and fragility of these two internationally important areas, according to Rainforest Rescue.

Twenty-one artworks have been selected and curated into sets of three combining an image of the rainforest, one of the reef and an image that connects the two. The images have been printed on

non-plastic, recyclable and compostable cups to help promote the campaign.

Each image tells a tale about an area or an animal or event such as a flood. You can look at rainforest2reef.org.au to find out more about each of the stories behind the image.

BioPak are donating $1 for every Instagram image of the cups with the #rainforest2reef hashtag.

The BioPak art series cups are available from coffee shops locally.

An exhibition for Certificate III and IV Visual Arts students was held last Friday at the Laneway studio at the Byron Community College Mullum campus.

The Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vicki Walker

said the night was a great success. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The standard of works was very high with many students going on to further studies, some to Lismore and one to Tasmania. Several pieces of art were sold on the night.

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Bring your rug or chair and enjoy a beautiful evening under a starlit sky, singing along to your favourite Christmas carols and songs. A number of local artists and school children have gratefully volunteered their time and talents to help the community enjoy the Christmas spirit and begin the festivities.

Candles and glow sticks will be available to purchase for a gold coin donation. We thank the various town businesses who sponsor the event for the Mullumbimby community to enjoy a free evening of Christmas carols and the Showground Trust for donating the hire of the grounds.

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• Colleen O’Reilly Optometrist (10) • Court House Hotel (11) • Crystal Castle (12) • Devine Quality Meats (13) • Dolphin Office Choice (14) • Eden’s Landing (15) • Hook & Cooked (16) • Liberty Mullumbimby (17) • Main Arm General Store (18)

• Main Arm Mechanical (19) • Mimi & Flo (20) • James Hardware & Electrical Mitre 10 (21) • Mullum Bakery (22) • Mullum Chemsave (23) • Mullumbimby Disposals (24) • Mullum Instyle Living (25) • Mullum Mac (26) Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo

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• Mullumbimby Veterinary Clinic (34) • Santos Organics (35) • Scarecrows Kitchen (36) • Scratch Patisserie (37) • Son of Drum (38) • Spice it Up Thai (39) • Stewart’s Menswear (40) • Sue M’s Boutique (41)

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PM eats shit sandwich over banks

Volume 32 #26

December 6, 2017

Normalised chaos It’s been a little over a year since the US White House – perhaps the most powerful office on the planet – was occupied by a trustfund man-baby reality TV star.

In that time, man-baby has created havoc on the planet via his Twitter account – just last week he shared videos from farright group Britain First. It didn’t matter that it was mostly fake news; as long as it distracts, the job is done.

Meanwhile, a hapless Australian PM buckles in for a long and painful public demise until the next election, while the NSW premier and her government prepare to also slide into obscurity after promoting a narrow agenda that suits a select wealthy few.

Locally, we have a different chaos, which is fast becoming normalised. It’s actually been really hard to keep up with.

Bangalow is revolting against its paid parking rollout with protests planned for December 9. Brunswick Heads took its paid parking revolt to Councl last week. Meanwhile, locals who use the Byron rec ground will also hold a fun day on December 9 from 10am to highlight their desire to be listened to when it comes to the future use of the field.

As the weeks roll on, councillors and staff continue to steamroll policy to enable major changes to Byron Bay while at the same time say they could communicate better.

The difficulty has been in defining ownership of some of the projects, ie whether they fall within the masterplan.

The transit hub proposal and bypass are not part of the masterplan process for example, while the draft rec ground plan of management (PoM), now on public exhibition, is part of the masterplan, yet will be considered at a later date.

As for Council leadership, the mayor has said in his most recent blog (www.mayorsimonrichardson.com) that he is a changed man after receiving some criticism and will now be recommitted to ‘trusting co-operation.’

Publicly workshopping your personal issues is very Byron, but at least he’s still listening.

While co-operation has its place, so does being tough and smart. Machiavelli’s 16th-century political treatise The Prince tells us that.

Unfortunately the mayor’s longwinded online comments paint a picture of a one-man show, regardless of the commendable self-reflection.

He needs a personal assistant! (hint: other Councils employ them). And with so many balls in the air, it’s no wonder we are all perplexed. With the general manager leaving shortly, should this be an opportunity to slow down, take a breath and ask ourselves if this is all rolling out smoothly?

Can this be done better?

Hans Lovejoy, editor News tips are welcome: editor@echo.net.au

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the stock exchange) meant that the terms of reference were sketchy, the timetable dubious and the commissioner, the estimable Kenneth Hayne, still to be located.

The coalition parties’ room may yet demand more concessions than Turnbull, Morrison and the banks are willing to give. But by jumping when they did, the back-flippers have at least stopped the push for the far wider and more dangerous inquiry being proposed by the Senate and almost certain to be endorsed by the House of Representatives.

t Turnbull’s hurriedly convened press conference with treasurer Scott Morrison to announce a long-delayed and fiercely resisted royal commission into the banks the pair looked like a couple of miscreants being forced to share a particularly smelly shit sandwich, and what’s more to pretend that it was all their idea – they were not dragged to the repast kicking and screaming by the Labor Party, the Greens, One Nation, the Xenophon mob, the Nationals and finally a few exasperated Liberals, but taking control to restore confidence and stability.

Of course, no-one believed a word of it, but at least Turnbull and Morrison had the grace to admit that while their capitulation was regrettable, it was necessary: the alternatives were far less predictable and potentially far more of a worry, not only for the government, but for the banks, which provided them with a kind of cover for their monumental backflip.

A royal commission has it risks; even the best-managed commissions can sometimes go rogue and end up savaging their creators. Go no further than the royal commission set up by Malcolm Fraser and headed by Frank Costigan, designed to expose corruption in the waterfront unions but which ended up devouring many of the Liberal Party’s chief backers and even touched on one of his favourite sons, Kerry (The Goanna) Packer.

But at least a royal commission devised by the government has some controls. Turnbull can pick his own commissioner, write his own terms of reference and set his own timetable.

Of course, there are still pitfalls – the speed of the exercise (getting it out before the banks’ request for a commission hit

Even if you cannot count, the bankers informed Turnbull, we can, and the numbers are in: you’re stuffed.

by Mungo MacCallum Turnbull would rather have stuck to his line of a couple of days earlier: no royal commission, full stop. But, as Bill Shorten has unkindly remarked more than once: our fearless leader is in office, but not really in government.

He remained in denial even when Morrison, chatting with the banks as Liberal treasurers frequently do, was given the bad news. Even if you cannot count, the bankers informed him, we can, and the numbers are in: you’re stuffed. All that remains is to negotiate the terms of surrender.

So they gave him a list of what they could live with, and he dutifully jotted it down.

But even then he and Turnbull held off, until the bankers themselves wrote the letter that made the capitulation a joint enterprise. If there was mattapping to be done, it was to be at the behest of the cabal that had caused all the angst in the first place.

management with the employers of superannuation funds.

As the superannuation industry pointed out, unlike the banks, none of them has been accused of anything worse than providing better dividends than those offered by the retail sector – predominantly the banks themselves.

By widening the net, it meant that Turnbull’s pretence that the commission would be quick and clean would be highly improbable. But it was a matter of salvaging something – anything – from the wreckage of the policy, which had been propped up for more than two years before collapsing in a smoking ruin.

For the hardline free-enterprisers in the Liberal Party, Turnbull’s surrender will be seen as economic and political treason: John Howard called the idea of a royal commission into the banks rank socialism – funnily enough he did not characterise Tony Abbott’s royal

commission into the trades unions rank fascism, although the parallels are compelling.

In both instances there were, and are, compelling reasons for a forensic inquiry into the many iniquities uncovered by whistle-blowers and media, but in both instances the politics took over. The difference, of course, was simply a matter of numbers, or, as Turnbull delicately put it, government policy remains the same until it is changed.

The big institutions usually enjoy powerful political protection – Labor for the unions, the Liberals for the banks. There are times that this gives them a sense of invulnerability – the banks, for instance, boast that they are too big to fail. And in the last few years in particular, they have seemed to believe that their clout means they can not only bypass normal ethical behaviour, but even the laws of the land.

For that reason alone it is necessary for them to be dragged regularly into line with the standards of the community they are supposed to serve.

The last royal commission into the banks was way back in 1930; the image then was Mr Moneybags, the bloated, cigarsmoking grinder of the poor.

The image today is more sophisticated: still very wealthy but allegedly with at least a vestige of a social conscience – a bit like Turnbull himself.

It is to be hoped that the new royal commission can urge them towards conduct more in accord with the wishes of the wider public and less with a single-minded determination to maximise their own advantages. Who knows – some of it might even rub off to Malcolm Turnbull. That in itself would make this tortured and tortuous exercise worthwhile.

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The best that the government could cobble together was a humiliating retreat, but a one that represented the least worst outcome: a short (well, they hope it will be short) commission, and one limited to the idea of the banks and others, not a more forensic examination of the nuts and bolts of their business.

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Byron Bay is continually referred to as an â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;iconicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; place.

Perhaps the current custodians of Byron Bay should note the principles by which other iconic locations conduct business. These include: 1. Maintaining the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;essenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of the area. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change those things that make the place iconic., eg moving the longtime established Butler Street, Byron Bay, markets.

This â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;green spaceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is one of the few remaining inner urban parklands. Surely no â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;green mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; would contemplate any change other than enhancing the green nature of the area.

2. Protect the intrinsic nature of the iconic location by preventing overdevelopment, despite pressure from big business, developers etc.

3. Apply a congestion tax to vehicles other than those of residents. This would require the council to build large carparks out of town and provide transport to people wanting to enter the town centre. This would solve the problem of buses, Winnebagos, caravans and large trucks trying to navigate the roundabouts and the massive traffic congestion that currently face visitors trying to enjoy their stay in Byron.

4. It would move the bus station to a location away from the town centre (not one street away) but completely out of town like so many other progressive â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;iconicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; places in the world.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to fathom why our council would need a taxpayer-funded overseas jaunt to discover these facts: facts that everyone else in Byron Bay is aware of.

C Henniker Byron Bay

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How sad it is that, once again, Byron residents have to rally to protect the basic town amenities. During the recent masterplan process and consultation, Byron residents (ie ratepayers) delivered a clear and overwhelming message to Council: 1. leave the pool where it is and fund it properly; 2. Hands off the Rec Ground and fund it properly.

The message could not have been clearer from residents. The message back from Council, especially the mayor, was that these two amenities would be kept, improved, and funded properly.

Despite this, it seems that Council executive have taken the opposite proposal to Council in a scurrilous

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backdoor move. They want to move the pool and change the usage at the Rec Ground.

Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in charge here?

Councillors, stand your ground, please.

David Moss Byron Bay

Koala spotting In 2003 a powered glider crashed several hundred metres east of the Tyagarah airstrip. Luckily the pilot survived despite multiple fractures and head wounds.

A photo of the fuselage of the aircraft appeared in the Byron Shire News on April 23, 2003. A koala can be seen sitting in a tree adjacent to the crash. Strong evidence, one would think, that the trees in the area are â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;heavily infested with parasitesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

No doubt Council will be able to find a tame consultant who, for a fee, will write a report justifying tree removal.

Richard Staples Talofa

Support e-zones How grateful do you feel to live in Byronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful natural environment? As I highlighted last week it is so important for residents who appreciate our biodiverse Shire to make a submission on the current review of environmental zones.

Please take the time to do this, speak up for nature. I also encourage all businesses who benefit from Byron to support the council to take a strong position on protecting our precious environment.

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tion is that development is good, it brings prosperity.

Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role is to oversee that development so we can expect councils in general to be systemically pro-development and people skilled at managing councils to be development oriented. They always have been, they probably always will.

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Big boss Council general managers are a relatively recent and far more mobile replacement of town clerks. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a body of professionals highly trained in the management of councils and, indeed, the councillors who generally have considerably less experience and training in how to run a council than they.

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Your role as a Trustee is voluntary, but the rewards of giving something back to the community are priceless.

We are looking for a good mix of people with a variety of skills, however, sound business and financial management skills and objective decisionmaking expertise would be a distinct advantage.

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they can stand up to the state government who seem hell bent on allowing the destruction of this important ecological area.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weird how so many MPs like to holiday here but criticise locals for being antieconomy and anti-development, not understanding that being pro-environment has been the essential component of defining Byronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s point of difference and attraction.

The council website has fact sheets on the e-zones and you can also check out the submission guide on Byron Residents Group facebook.

If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do this then decades of struggle to protect and enhance our amazing environment will be diminished and once the planning rules change then itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game over for nature. Other local councils have caved in to state pressure; donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let Byron give in. Byron deserves better and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s up to all of us. No time to waste, just do it! Submissions are due on 8 December.

Jan Barham Broken Head

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Re-zoning back on the agenda: Beating off the Academy rort 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 rainbow rag continues this week, written by the newspaper’s longest-serving drudge, David Lovejoy.

During the 1987–91 term of Council an application was made to develop a large site at Broken Head as an ‘academy’.

The Academy had been concocted because there were strict zoning considerations which prevented this site simply becoming a resort, as the developers wished, and so they had co-opted the vicechancellor of the local university in Lismore (now Southern Cross University) to give their plan an educational flavour.

The commercial arm of the university duly agreed that courses would be provided to the guests in their luxurious chalets by the seaside, and the whole transparent rort was presented to Byron Shire Council for approval.

The resistance The council, under mayor Oliver Dunne, was not at all disposed to allow the development, but refusal of an application which complied with the rules, however manipulatively, could entail an continued from page 15 who will continue the cloning of another indistinguishable coastal resort.

That said, I wouldn’t have Simon’s job for a great big clock. I’ve no doubt he’s as keen on a sustainable future as any of us but, since it’s Council’s role to regulate the inevitable development and none of our available development options are remotely sustainable, the choices for our councillors are between something that will harm the environment versus something else that harms the environment – an environment we depend on for our longterm survival.

Bugger that for a choice.

Both our councillors and we need more choices.

The logic is very simple and inescapable. Without sustainable development models we don’t have a future. Unsustainable means whatever it is you are doing will stop. Therefore the key to a sustainable future is to create sustainable development models.

With sustainable development models we have council general managers highly

appeal and heavy legal costs for the ratepayers.

Fortunately for the amenity of Broken Head, Fast Buck$ became involved in the resistance to the Academy. When running in a local election years before, this prominent activist had changed his name from John Anderson to Fast Buck$ in order to show his contempt for the motives of some of his fellow candidates.

The story goes that most of his votes on that occasion came from rednecks ignorant of the concept of irony. His way of conducting politics was refreshingly direct: during a Council meeting to consider developing a Tyagarah paddock as a jet airport, he hired a bank of concert-sized speakers and from a van parked outside the Chamber repeatedly played the sound of jets taking off at full volume.

Until The Echo arrived his main way of communicating his concerns was via the ‘pink pamphlet’, a four-page skilled at development at our disposal. This region could spawn a rapidly expanding global industry and the key is to create sustainable development models.

Robin Harrison Binna Burra A small in-group of selfperpetuating ‘talent’ provides the bulk of general managers in NSW; it is narrow, protected and dated.

Presented with an organisation that has been in decline over the tenure of several prior GMs, the standard new appointee will at first proclaim a reform agenda and then, realising the immensity of the task and its personal implications, will slap a lid on the Pandora’s box and sit themselves firmly on top for the rest of their tenure.

Add a mayor anxious not to know anything about the internal workings of the staff lest it interfere with his personal agenda and happy to leave governance entirely in the hands of the GM – the result is the steaming mess that is now Byron Shire.

Unfortunately the selection

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diatribe printed on pink paper and delivered to Shire residences. Although Buck$ freely signed and acknowledged these missives, and they appeared to be shockingly libellous, the objects of his attacks rarely took him to court, pretending that it was beneath their dignity to notice him.

In reality, although the libel laws are so skewed against the public interest that litigation would probably have succeeded, the real reason was a reluctance to have certain matters exposed in court.

Another motive given by Buck$’s targets for not proceeding against him was that he had no money to pay damages anyway. This was of a new GM is in the hands of some councillors who have little experience, receive bad advice, have demonstrated a poor understanding of local government and are blinded by their own hubris.

Before they appoint a consultant to tell them what they think, it would be prudent to commission a comprehensive independent inquiry into all aspects of staff organisation and governance and then appoint an ‘outside’ manager with the mongrel to address the sorry situation they don’t seem to know they’re in.

Tom Tabart Drysdale, Victoria Ken Gainger has made a valuable contribution to the management of Byron Shire Council over the last five years. His extensive experience of local government greatly assisted the decisionmaking processes of both councillors and staff.

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also specious, given his large rural property holding and the persistent – and no doubt unfounded – rumour that he made a lot of money growing dope.

Free speech In the late eighties Fast Buck$ gradually moved from pink pamphlets to advertisements in The Echo. He found three benefits: wider circulation, less expense and of course the credibility of the newspaper itself. He did have to tone down his wilder accusations, as Nicholas and I were not interested in more libel actions, but we tried to uphold the principle of free speech, and very robust free speech at that, even if we didn’t agree ginning the Byron Bay Masterplan project, a project that will influence the shape of the town for many years to come.

Ken is leaving Council to enjoy a much-deserved retirement. I for one thank him for his contribution to the Shire and wish him well.

Cr Paul Spooner Byron Bay

Landlords from hell The baton has been passed!

The Tenants From Hell have lost their accolade – it now belongs to the landlords, particularly those in the Byron Shire. Congrats!

This species thinks longterm is the end of the financial year and are not averse to handing out an eviction notice over the prime holiday period.

They stipulate workers only... what? Pay rent and then can’t use the room. Or it’s all under the table; no Centrelink entitlements allowed. It seems many (most?) are not even registered with Fair Trading as a landlord.

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with all Buck$’s examples of it.

In the case of the Academy Fast Buck$ set out to ensure that public opinion was firmly against the proposal, and he dug out some extraordinary facts about the university connection.

It was not the first time that the vice-chancellor, Rod Treyvaud, had strayed from academia to commerce. He was a fierce opponent of the traditional view of universities as places devoted to pure knowledge (older readers may remember this quixotic pre-neoliberal tradition).

He therefore advocated the new trend towards applied or occupational degrees subsidised by corporations (think Bachelor of Science in Telstra telephony or Bachelor of Arts in McDonald’s cooking procedures), and Treyvaud practised what he preached.

In between lucrative academic appointments he had set up a company to supply schoolbooks to the Solomon Islands government, and so dishonest was his servicing of this contract that he was actually wanted in the Solomons for fraud.

We duly published this amazing tale (with fingers crossed, as before the internet the degree of checking a free weekly paper could do was quite limited) and it was not denied. one of this group.

How’s this one? Accommodation is granted, then the date gets put – the prospective tenant pays a deposit and then the whole thing is withdrawn by the property owner.

Of course, no need to elaborate again on illegal Airbnb lodgings that were approved for long-term/family dwellings and built unhampered

by Council fees.

Landlords who are business oriented (selling a product) know their ‘rights’and behave accordingly; the dodgy ones in it for a bit of pocket money and the light entertainment of messing with the tenant via subterranean bullying are ignorant of such matters. Like privacy for the tenant, paying the bond to Fair Trading or having money in the kitty to do repairs, among other misdemeanours.

The Greens are right – let’s fix this rigged system, they declare. Private rental reform is imminent – secure leases, regulation of the amount and frequency of rental rises, the prohibition of ‘no-grounds’ evictions and the ensuring

The Academy affair was a public relations disaster for the university, but it was left to Oliver Dunne to kill off the project by wrapping it up in consent conditions so onerous (and yet perfectly reasonable if the intent had been genuinely educational) that the developers eventually pulled out.

Councillor Buck$ Incidentally, Fast Buck$ was eventually elected to Council, long after the Academy triumph.

It might be fair to say that being ‘in power’ (a very relative term in local government where the staff control events much more than elected representatives) was more difficult than being in opposition. Buck$ certainly enlivened proceedings, once appearing at a Council meeting dressed in white robe and crown of thorns to illustrate his suffering at the hands of the bureaucracy.

Over the years Fast Buck$ has clashed with almost all the general managers of Byron Shire Council. Despite his reputation for conspiracy theories, which tends to get him discounted by mainstream voters, the fact remains that Buck$ has been right more often than not when he rails against incompetence in Council management. that all homes meet energy efficiency and security standards are on the horizon.

Judith Anne Snyman Myocum

Debate done Thank God, the wasteful $120 million-dollar voluntary, non-binding – designed to lose – postal survey on samesex marriage is finally over.

The claims by the naysayers were mind boggling; we were told it was about baking cakes, flower shops, freedom of choice, political correctness, gender reassignment, school children being coerced to change sex or cross dress, or being socially engineered by the Safe School’s program.

The survey form simply asked ‘should the law be changed to allow same sex people to marry’, not a problem I thought, they’re living together and successfully raising children anyway, but it seems the ratbag religious right had to run a deceitful campaign of lies attempting to con us, and psychologically damage us with depressing piano music, a real shocker. continued on page 18

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by Ian Rogers Agon, the company to which world body FIDE has sold World Championship rights, last week announced London as the venue for the 2018 world title match.

At a launch party in Kensington, Agon admitted they had no venue lined up, no new sponsors and were offering the absolute minimum prize fund allowed by FIDE: one million Euros.

The low prize fund, Agon had explained to FIDE, was caused by them being unable to attract Western sponsors owing to the sanctions imposed by the US on FIDE President Kirsan Iljumzhinov (for his role in oil trading between ISIS and the Syrian government).

The launch was full of the bogus claims and statistics which have become an Agon speciality.

According to Agon, the audience for the 2016 title match between Magnus Carlsen and Sergey Karjakin topped 1.5 billion people(!) which was followed by the unverifiable claim that more people play chess regularly than golf and tennis combined.

The November title match, to be played between Carlsen and

North Coast news daily: the winner of the Candidates tournament in March, will – Agon says – be ‘avidly followed and analysed by a global audience of hundreds of millions of chess fans.’

Carlsen was there but not keen to talk about his controversial decision to take part in the World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Saudi Arabia later this month, saying, ‘I am not going to criticise those who are not playing and I trust they don’t criticise me either.’ (It would in any case be difficult for Carlsen to criticise the many who are not playing because Saudi Arabia will not grant them visas.)

FIDE was represented by Deputy President Georgios Makropoulos, who admitted that Agon had missed multiple payments due to FIDE but explained that ‘they gave a reason.’

The bigger problem with Agon running World Championship events is that so many of them end as a shambles, with Agon failing to pay workers, initiating lawsuits and forcing players and/or spectators to put up with inferior conditions. ‘They aren’t even trying any more,’ said one ex-commentator.

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continued from page 17 Shame on you people.

At least one of our two local federal MPs had the guts to stand up to this shocking display of homophobia, Labor’s Justine Elliott, and thank goodness she did because that photogenic fellow in the Page electorate was as usual missing in action, and as for the claim that marriage is solely a union between a man and a woman under God’s law, well John Howard made that law in 2004 not God; he only thought he was God. We heard from the creationists about Adam, Eve and Darwin’s theory of evolution being a con (please, give us a break and grow up), and a word of advice for those who still object to same-sex marriage: you lost so deal with it.

Simply exercise your freedom of choice and don’t do it. ‘You can say no’, and if you object to being labelled homophobic don’t act homophobic (now we’ve put that issue to bed we can deal with the Republic).

Keith Duncan Pimlico

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LAWS THAT WOULD BE GOOD Stop Arming Terrorists Act

Here’s a law that would reduce the never ending-violence and death between nation states: the Stop Arming Terrorists Act. US Democratic congresswoman and Iraq war veteran Tulsi Gabbard (Hawaii) introduced this bill to the US Senate in March 2017 and while it is unlikely to become law, it does give hope that humans are capable of more than just killing each other and destroying stuff.

Such legislation could well advance the species past this current idiotic stone age and help us explore inner and outer space.

According to www.congress.gov, the bill would prohibit the use of ‘federal agency funds’ to provide assistance to its favourite terror organisations: Al Qaeda, Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), ‘or any individual or group that is affiliated with, associated with, co-operating with, or adherents to such groups.’

The bill suggests empowering the US Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) to decide which country, within the most recent 12 months, ‘provided covered assistance to such a group or individual.’

But here’s the problem: Nation actor states such as Saudi Arabia have been accused of providing funds and arm the terrorist organisation ISIS. The Saudi Kingdom publicly beheads those who break their stone age religious Wahhabism laws, which are the basis of their legal system. And that’s just for starters.

Australia, the US and the UK have longstanding arms/oil deals with Saudi Arabia.

It’s well documented that these arms/oil deals lifted the UK out of their economic ruin in the 70s. According to www.dfat.gov.au, ‘Saudi Arabia is Australia’s second largest trading partner in the Middle East region.’

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No doubt about it, here in the northern rivers we are blessed with clean air, peace and serenity, food in natural abundance… I could go on.

Even if you’re one of the many paying too much rent and pinched by the cost of living, you’ve still got it pretty damn good. If you have the privilege to own property, and perhaps a business – your privilege is great. But privilege doesn’t just mean counting our luck and blessing confers responsibility.

For those of us born with access to power and resources it’s hard to see our privilege.

In this largely white population, we can forget that many don’t have the same advantages. It’s mostly white people working in our stores, seen in newspapers, in local government. Yes, some of us come from other places or from families with a mixed lineage, but nonetheless, diversity is seriously lacking here.

Are there economic, social and political opportunities for a more diverse population in our area? Not really.

Yes – we do honour the original custodians, and we might discuss human rights issues over our morning latte, and many of you feel a moment of heartache for the homeless person on the streets of Byron. But for the most part we have the privilege not to have to live with the acute stress of issues of displacement and lack of basic resources.

These musings are in my heart right now as I ponder the predicament of Manus Island refugees. So much space here.

So much wealth. Couldn’t we offer some help here in pretty Byron Bay? Or would it disturb our white sense of order and ‘peace’ too much?

Recognising privilege doesn’t mean suffering guilt or shame for our privileged lot in life. Rather it means considering how we can use our privilege to influence some positive change in the world. Can you speak to the Australian Parliament to influence change?

Barb Joffe Wilsons Creek For some time my husband worked at the centre on Manus Island. He, his former work colleagues, local staff, female and male, were subjected to violent assaults and even assaults of a sexual nature on a daily basis; with my husband having been assaulted dozens of times.

The staff there were spat at, some being knocked unconscious and beaten while incapacitated; another was struck from behind with a metal bar (being partially scalped from the attack), chairs, rocks and poles were all used as weapons against the staff, which included females. There was even a recent incident of a female doctor surviving a strangulation attempt; these are just some of the hundreds of examples...

There have also been numerous incidents involving the local populace, including children who have had physical attempts of a sexual nature made against them by men staying in the centre.

So if you are a person who has a good heart and has been deceived into having sympathy for these young men and seek to bring them to Australia, I implore you to make decisions based not on emotions and make these decisions with your head.

Vivienne Sigley Ballina

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Departure irrelevant The GM may have resigned but I’ve still lodged a code of conduct complaint against him and Ralph James, Council’s in-house lawyer. The ratepayers remain entitled to know the answers to the following – any departures are irrelevant: 1. Why was $450,000 spent on a three-day hearing in the Land and Environment Court?

2. On what authority was that amount (and subsequently more) spent and

how does it square with the limitations expressed in the GM’s delegated authority document?

3. Having found all alleged loopholes in that document, on what basis did the GM and Ralf James assume that they were allowed to spend as much as they liked without any authority from council?

4. Why didn’t they clarify the matter by bringing it up at the recent review of the delegation? Did they simply want to continue quietly exploiting the alleged loophole without asking Council for approval?

When a complaint is lodged against the GM it is normally the mayor who assesses it. However, in this case there appears to be a significant conflict of interest in that the mayor is not only an ardent supporter of the bypass (and of the GM, for that matter) but has recently gone public defending Council’s local expenditure and tactics.

I look forward to seeing which way he jumps; there may be a local challenge if he makes the wrong decision or delivers a verdict that fails the pub test. Expect evasions.

Meanwhile Cr Sarah Ndiaye has apparently gone public on Facebook declaring that the bypass will go ahead. Made entirely out of recycled shopping bags no doubt and paid for by Father Christmas. Never again will I do a party vote; it’s bad enough that Simon has one vote, let alone four.

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Families in need The old Byron hospital should be holiday accommodation for farming families in need of a break to refuel!

I am proposing that the old Byron hospital be made habitable for farming families. With the help of Country Women’s Association (CWA), community and business houses and local trades the hospital building could brought up to a safe standard for accommodation.

It would not affect local accommodation businesses as this will be free accommodation for families in need.

As a child I lived in a small country town and our only break was three weeks’ holiday at the coast. It was for us kids the best time of our lives!

I see an empty building not being used and that gives this town a chance to show that we care. Family break-

netdaily.net.au down, suicide and worse can be prevented by helping provide a welcome break.

This could be a great community project to show we care. Write to Council and voice your consent. Can we do it? Yes we can.

Bob Hughes Byron Bay

Brunswick parking In reply to various letters re the decision not to impose paid parking in Brunswick Heads, may I contribute a few thoughts.

In relation to the Kim Rosin case put to the councillors that some 6,000 persons have petitioned against paid parking in Brunswick Heads, it would be very interesting to know how many of these alleged 6,000 actually make a direct financial contribution to the maintenance of Council infrastructure, ie roads, footpaths, etc in Brunswick Heads? How many of the 6,000 are ratepayers?

Furthermore, does the Brunswick Chamber of Commerce not accept that its village is only a small part of the Byron Shire? Does it not accept that it is Byron Bay in particular that is, and always will be, the initial ‘drawcard’ destination for many of the tourists who visit this Shire?

I have lived and worked in Byron Bay for 20+ years, and am quite comfortable with being required to contribute $50 pervehicle peryear to be able to park in our township, particularly as this ensures that our many visitors are now also making a contribution, via paid parking, to the much-needed repair and upkeep of our infrastructure.

Obviously Brunswick Heads people are more than happy for some Byron Shire (ie Byron Bay) ratepayers to carry the can for the entire Shire when it comes to these financial issues.

Bangalow and Brunswick businesses need to be careful here, as Byron ratepayers may choose to boycott, as I will, visiting their respective villages with friends visiting from interstate or overseas, as a result of your approach of letting Byron Bay ratepayers and residents do all of the heavy lifting in relation to initiatives for raising funds for muchneeded Council infrastructure repairs and maintenance.

Gerry Doesly Byron Bay

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What is in a true name?

Story & photo Mary Gardner

By night, the nearby ICOLLs are creatures inhabiting my dreams. Intermittently Closed and Open Lake or Lagoon (ICOLL) is the proper name for the Richmond and the Brunswick, the Belongil and the Tallow waterways.

In the dark tumult as well as in the shining heat of day, knowledge of a true name necessitates respect.

ICOLLs are characteristic of the New South Wales coast. These natural wonders are a dynamic composite of sea, land and freshwater.

As an inshore marine current endlessly heads north, it drags along sand that dreams of reaching K’gari, Paradise, the great island once called Fraser. Along the way, affected by geography, large amounts of sand drop out of the current and form great sand bars. These block freshwater that moves across the land down to the shore.

In this phase our ICOLLs appear as settled lakes or lagoons. They also include wetlands that swamp and swell with the rain, underground springs and our towns’ storm-water. They reach kilometres inland, lined with marshes, mangroves or forests. With the right combination of rain and tide, this phase changes. In phase two, the ICOLL sandbar shifts and re-connects with the sea. To varying degrees, the waterplaces drain.

Well trained Of our four ICOLLs, the Richmond and the Brunswick, with their rock walls and spurs jutting out to sea, are considered ‘trained’. They seem like well-behaved rivers, always open to the sea.

But the inshore marine current continues to drop that endless sand. The result?

The shape-shifting shoals and bars create at the mouth those

BYRON BAY WEDDING DJ well-known navigation hazards for ships and steamers.

Only the Tallow and the Belongil ICOLLs are still free agents. Neither has rock walls.

When it comes to opening to the sea, both have their own timings. Since the late 1800s, the mouth of Belongil was blocked off by residents from what is currently Don Street.

Since 2005, the new mouth of the Belongil is often opened with heavy equipment by the Byron Shire Council. They act on a temporary licence from the state government.

The trigger for these works is the water at the end of the Butler Street drain near the railway. When it reaches a level of one metre, a trench is dug to open the Belongil ICOLL. For the sake of preserving the Cumbebin wetlands and wildlife, a trigger of 1.2 metres was recommended.

The Tallow has more freedom. The low-lying flat end is in Arakwal National Park. The other tendrils wind through Suffolk Park, Baywood Chase and Byron Hills.

Recently, from early October, the drought broke while the sandbar at the mouth was high. So the ICOLL collected all that rain as well as receiving stormwater drainage from the entire catchment.

Tallow ICOLL, protected

by a fishing ban, coddled its aquatic wildlife. Its bacteria, micro-algae and green waterweed also proliferated. The footings of the bridge near the old sewage ponds were submerged. So were fringing wetlands all the way to Broken Head Road. Their watery edges are shared with some private properties.

Byron Shire Council monitored the sandbar, as per the management regime agreed upon by Council, National Parks and community.

Should the sandbar reach 2.2 metres above Australian mean sea level, the council would lower that bar by scraping it for 25 metres towards the south.

Specific timing This work would be in late afternoon, before an incoming spring tide and preferably before rain. The sea would steadily overwhelm the sandbar, changing levels in the lower parts of the ICOLL without causing a breach. Different fish would either linger or venture out to sea. They’re known to travel, spawn, enter other ICOLLs and enhance other populations.

Some may say this careful agreement and watchfulness was undermined. Months of Tallow ICOLL productivity

was wasted. Apparently, someone dug a trench perpendicular to the beach. Destablised, the sandbar broke open, rapidly draining the lagoon.

Over 23–24 November, the water level dropped more thana metre. Different people saw different things: very warm water, microbial blooms, the spread of black water. All are known factors causing de-oxygenation like this here which killed thousands of fish.

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root causes of forced labour.

Law Council of Australia president Fiona McLeod SC said, ‘The Australian Government’s move to ratify the Protocol is a crucial step on behalf of the Australian legal sector’.

‘Tens of millions of people worldwide face slavery-like conditions and many thousands in Australia.

‘It is predominantly the world’s most vulnerable people, including women and children, being exploited.

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Bad design This has happened before.

But the council’s report about the Tallow is only about fixing drains. Bad stormwater designs cause flooding in Baywood Chase and Byron Hills. To floodproof Broken Head Road a bridge should replace the culverts near the BP service station. East of the road, the flooding in backyards was labelled ‘nuisance’ not ‘structural’. The only work suggested was raising the footbridge. Nowhere was there any mention of improving water quality and protecting fish.

Our Tallow ICOLL, andthe Belongil, are rare entities. Our town is built within them, on elevated sites or in drained ones. We must learn from them. The first step is using the true name for these waterplaces.

Slavery to be combatted through new govt protocol The Australian government has confirmed that it intends to ratify the ILO Forced Labour Protocol, a vital element in combating forced labour, trafficking, and slavery-like practices.

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‘The Forced Labour Protocol also requires the Australian Government to support due diligence by both the public and private sectors on supply chains.’

Ms McLeod noted the announcement added to other significant shifts, including steps toward the establishment of a modern slavery act, and the Australian government’s announcement of a modern slavery in supply chains reporting requirement.

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USE YOUR OTHER HAND When you’re parked parallel to the kerb and you go to open the door onto a bike lane, please reach over with your far hand, the driver’s left hand, instead.

This forces you to swivel your body and brings any cyclists approaching from behind into view, thus avoiding ‘dooring’ them and perhaps saving a life in the process. This is known as the Dutch Reach, and has protected many cyclists from a world of pain.

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MASSAGE AND REIKI It is a joy to work with clients holistically using Ayurvedic, Thai and deep tissue massage and Reiki healings. Being able to remove blockages and seeing clients leaving their appointment much more centred and shining as themselves is such a gift.

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Amanda Da-Silva is a remedial and lymphatic massage therapist, specialising in Oncology Massage and Mastectomy Aftercare.

Amanda is particularly passionate about working with women during their treatment for breast cancer, lymphoedema prevention and management, supporting recovery for mastectomy, lumpectomy, lymph node removal and preparation for reconstructive surgery.

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The Bangalow Headache Clinic can provide sustainable, long-term and drug-free relief for migraine and headache sufferers to deliver a better quality of life.

Using the Watson Headache Approach®, the Bangalow Headache Clinic assesses and detects a rarely diagnosed fault in the top of the spine that can be the cause of up to 80 per cent of headache and migraine disorders.

We expect to see significant change to a client’s headache and migraine symptoms within four to five treatments. If not, we will cease treatment. Bangalow Headache Clinic aims for self-management – not endless ongoing treatments.

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BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL NOW OFFERS SLEEP APNEA DEVICES Does your snoring keep others awake at night? Are you tired? It may be that you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA); it affects 30 per cent of men and 20per cent of

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The brain wakes up and normal sleep is disrupted. An apnea can last anywhere from 10 seconds to in severe cases almost a minute!

This can happen many times over the night and sufferers will wake unrefreshed. OSA has an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke over time. Treatment options including CPAP, oral devices, surgery and weight loss can help. If you snore or you think you have OSA contact your doctor for advice.

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JALA YOGA AND COACHING Holiday periods can see us ‘fall off the wagon’ with our yoga practice, so don’t let the busy-ness of the season derail you! With classes running over Christmas and New Year at South Golden you can welcome the new year feeling calm, open and centred.

Jala yoga is a blend of alignmentbased postures, pranayama, mantra and meditation with each class infused with yogic philosophy.

As well as yoga teacher and trainer, Emma is also a certified life coach working with women one on one, supporting them to make changes to their daily habits, connect with themselves at a deeper level and achieve more ease and presence in their daily life. The new year is the perfect time to start a coaching series – check website for details. www.jalayoga.com.au

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THE STARLIGHT FESTIVAL

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The ever-changing Byron Shire has few constants; gorgeous beaches, great weather, lush hinterland and the yearly showcase of the regions vibrant and diverse spiritual community that is the Starlight Festival. The Starlight is fast becoming one of the last places to find a truly Byron experience. For four bliss-filled days you can explore the expo, enjoy all-day yoga, crystal singing bowls, psychic readings, talks, music, workshops and much more. Festival organiser Rosie Richards says, “The festival captures the essence of Byron. It’s a space for sharing, a bringing together of a community of like-minded people”.

The Starlight Festival takes place this January 4th-7th at the A&I Hall.

As our Shire gets busy take some time out to relax and revive this December with this special offer.

Discounted locals tickets and more info available at www.starlightfestival.com.au

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 Aroma Pod, a tranquil space made in a converted shipping container, air-conditioned and with easy parking.

www.fragrantgoddess.com.au Ewingsdale, Byron Bay. 0438 118 922

PEARL DENTURE STUDIO Pearl Denture Studio is a unique and elegant dental prosthetic practice located in the beautiful northern rivers.

Our dental prosthetist is well known and respected for his ability to provide outstanding dentures.

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EVOLVE PHYSIO & PILATES

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Caitlin has extensive experience as a remedial massage therapist working alongside chiropractors and osteopaths. She combines her deep understanding of anatomy and physiology with her skill in a variety of techniques to provide individually tailored sessions.

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TIRED OF YOUR HEALTH PROBLEMS? LOOKING FOR ANSWERS? Are you still looking for answers for your health issues? Have you tried changes to your diet, lifestyle and supplements but still not found any relief?

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Pilates Reformer Classes are coming to Bangalow Physiotherapy in January 2018. Bangalow Physiotherapy has run mat pilates classes with small apparatus for a number of years. Mat Classes only have six participants in each class.

We are excited to be adding pilates reformer classes to our repertoire of classes. Reformer Classes will have only four participants per class.

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PETRA KARNI PHYSIOTHERAPY Petra Karni physiotherapy is open six days a week. Welcoming physiotherapist Andrew Weatherstone with extensive knowledge in sports, musculoskeletal, orthopedic and pilates. The practice also offers treatments for acute and chronic injuries, TMJ/jaw problems, breathing problems with emphasis on prevention, improving posture and speciďŹ c exercises, Craniosacral and Alexander Technique.

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The National Parks Association of NSW (NPA) is urging the NSW premier to resist calls from the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) to burn north coast forests for power. Touted as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;innovativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, burning wood for power has been happening for as long as humans have been able to knock stones together to create sparks. It is to energy what the ox is to farming: outdated.

Australian dentists are restoring the smiles and confidence of domestic-violence survivors. Launched just over one year ago by the Australian Dental Association (ADA) philanthropic arm, the Rebuilding Smiles Program has been rolled out nationally and 55 women so far are enrolled to receive much-needed dental treatment.

Eighteen months ago, Melissa and her son lived in fear, poverty and violence.

Melissa left the relationship and engaged with the Nexus Family Violence Support program; a program that provides intensive therapeutic support to women, children and their families experiencing family violence.

Biomass power driving deforestation Evidence from Europe shows that the adoption of biomass power is driving deforestation in Russia, Canada, the USA, Slovakia, Italy, Spain and Finland. Far from meeting its stated aims of reducing carbon emissions, burning biomass has been assessed as driving climate change as it â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;emits more carbon per unit of energy than most fossil fuelsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

National Parks Association senior ecologist, Dr OisĂ­n Sweeney said: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to imagine a worse idea than this. Given what we know â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that biomass use overseas is driving deforestation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the evidence that burning forests for power is driving

View of the Orara East State Forest near Coffs Harbour. AAP Image/Dave Hunt

climate change, this is reckless in the extreme. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Coming from a government department that has a responsibility to serve the public interest moves it from merely ill advised to downright irresponsible. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Australian Government tells us that logging removes carbon stores from forests, and that north coast forests have huge carbon storage potential. Yet hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a suggestion to log forests and burn them for power. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perverse given we urgently need to tackle climate change, and has serious implications for human health as it results in air pollution.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Burning forests for power would put a big hole in the NSW Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ambitions to have net zero emissions by 2050, because it will reduce the land-based carbon stores needed to complement emissions reductions.

Choose renewables â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The NSW premier, in light of the evidence as to emissions from biomass, should choose genuine renewables. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Burning forests has long been an industry aim. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why the NSW Government permitted the burning of whole logs in 2013, and the

federal government made biomass eligible under the renewable energy target. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;North coast forests are one of just 36 global biodiversity hotspots. Koala populations are in steep decline â&#x20AC;&#x201C; partly owing intensive native forest logging. Now this suggestion to burn them. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Survey after survey shows strong community support for genuine renewables such as solar, yet this idea would have us use Stone Age technology. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The community has a clear choice: burn public forests and drive wildlife towards the cliff, or end logging and use genuinely innovative technology to generate clean energy.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Social isolation Despite leaving the relationship and being well supported by her family-violence caseworker, Melissa felt socially isolated, lacked the confidence and overall sense of wellbeing to participate in the community.

In particular, Melissa experienced ongoing pain from untreated tooth decay and had a front black tooth. This caused Melissa great discomfort, as well as making her

feel embarrassed and selfconscious. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Melissa is now pain free and nearly finished her treatment. She has been cared for by a very gentle and caring dentist, which really helped as she was very nervous prior to going,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; said Melissaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s caseworker Julia. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Being pain free and more confident with her smile has assisted Melissa immensely.

Rebuilding Smiles is an important support system that has helped Melissa rebuild her new life.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Oral health important â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Good oral health contributes significantly to general health, personal confidence and quality of life,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; said participating dentist Dr Don Wilson. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Knowing that I can make a difference and contribute to the health and wellbeing of those in need in my community has been a rewarding and fulfilling experience.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; For more information on the Rebuilding Smiles Program, please get in touch and register your interest at info@adhf.org.au or phone 02 8815 3333.

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Australia must rescue Norfolk Island wildlife from dangerous invaders The Australian Government must ramp up safeguards to protect Norfolk Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s threatened wildlife from invasive species, a report released today by the Invasive Species Council and Island Conservation warns.

Far from any landmass, hundreds of unique plants

and animals that have evolved on Norfolk Island are susceptible to decline when the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s isolation is breached by human-introduced species. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Norfolk Island is an ocean jewel highly vulnerable to invasion by dangerous new invaders,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CEO Andrew Cox said.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Many of its species, including the Norfolk Island green parrot, found nowhere else on Earth, are being pushed towards the brink of extinction because of invasive species.

Drat those rats â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Rats are the most destructive predator on the island, responsible for the loss of several bird species found nowhere else on Earth. Feral cats are also a major threat to the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wildlife. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Weeds are suppressing and eliminating native plants, reducing the number of nesting hollows available to owls and the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s iconic green parrots. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Argentine ant â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a recent arrival on the island â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will cause serious harm if it is allowed to spread across the island, owing to its aggression and need for protein.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; With the island now in transition from being selfgoverned to one governed by Australia, the Invasive Species Council is calling on the federal government to implement an exemplary biosecurity system. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;With its new biosecurity tools, the Australian government has the opportunity to

Norfolk Island green parrot: found nowhere else on Earth. Photo Luis Ortiz-Catedral

stop the flow of invaders and secure a future for Norfolkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique wildlife,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mr Cox said.

Nature tourism The Invasive Species Council and Island Conservation have developed 25 recommendations to set Norfolk Island on that path. They include analysing risks and the pathways of new species arrivals, declaring Norfolk a biosecurity zone and eradicating harmful invaders.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;These reforms represent an exciting opportunity to reverse the decline of many Norfolk species, save on large amounts of funding for onground conservation, and improve the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appeal as a nature tourism destination.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The report, Norfolk Island: Protecting an Ocean Jewel, was launched in Melbourne recently at the annual general meeting of the Invasive Species Council. Dr Ray Nias delivered a keynote talk

about island conservation in Australia and the southwest Pacific. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A new biosecurity regime that provides exemplary protection for the island would reset the future for this incredible ocean jewel and its island life,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mr Cox said.

Funding for this work was provided by the Lord Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Charitable Foundation (Eldon & Anne Foote Trust Donor Advised Program 2016) and the Packard Foundation.

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Articles

Of The Digger, the counterculture, and Helen Garner Phillip Frazer

In 1972, having already published two pop-culture papers, I started a more serious project: a fortnightly newspaper written by and for people who were part of Australia’s unfolding counterculture. We were the first post-WorldWar II generation, and what we were countering was the culture of our elders, every bit of it.

In the late 60s through the early 70s, thousands of new initiatives burst forth from this felt need to redesign the way we live, and one of them was our newspaper, which we called The Digger.

My first mate in this venture was an American journalist named Bruce Hanford, who said our biggest challenge was finding good writers, and one prospect I knew of through mutual friends was a high school teacher named Helen Garner. She and I met for a Jamaican dinner in Carlton the week of Digger’s first issue, and she asked me ‘Why did you print that stupid story about Daddy Cool’s drummer and groupies?’

‘I think we were scared noone would buy a paper about alternatives,’ I ventured, ‘so we pitched the cover to rock music fans.’

‘It was awful,’ she said, ‘and no-one except teenage wankers would have read it’.

She was right, and admirably forthright. Fortunately, the curry, the wine, and talking about what might be in future issues improved the vibe, and we resolved to see each other again – soon.

By October, Digger had

published six issues of good stuff on abortion, drugs, Aboriginal rights, pornography, AFL footy, Pine Gap, and music.

Helen and I were in love with each other and several other people each (it was the 70s) and when her no-longerattached husband Bill agreed to look after their three-yearold Alice for a weekend, Hels came to be with me in Sydney.

We talked, ate, listened to Will the Circle Be Unbroken, and shared innumerable joints with Jon and Ponch Hawkes who had introduced us just weeks before. Ponch, who’d been struggling to get the mostly male Diggers to

focus on feminist issues, was thrilled that Helen was now inside our inner circle, albeit as a guest. Much of our talk that weekend was about love and sex, and unraveling the lies and ties that bind us on both fronts – and then she had to catch a plane back to Melbourne to teach at Fitzroy High School.

It’s all about sex A week later I was back in Digger’s South Melbourne house, reading the story Helen had left on my desk – her first submission to The Digger. The opening paragraph told me that tumultuous days lay ahead, and I couldn’t wait.

‘One afternoon last week my Form One kids and I were about to [discuss] Greece,’ her story began. Each kid had a book with photos of marble statues of women and men, some of them naked. Students from previous years had drawn outrageous adornments to the images – eg ‘a monstrous cock… with a colossal stream of sperm hitting a woman on the facing page who is modestly demonstrating the folds of the Ionian chiton.’

So Helen is now facing 29 excited girls and boys aged 12–13, and her uncontrollable response is to laugh. Immediately, all these kids, mostly from poor families recently migrated from Mediterranean countries, are laughing too – until Helen holds up a hand and says, ‘Look, the reason why people do these drawings… is that sex is more interesting than just about anything else, and [kids] don’t know nearly as much about it as they need to. Do you want to talk about it?’

She describes herself answering all their questions, after establishing that everyone should call things by their common names. She has the shocked attention of every one of her students like never before, and, I figured, of every Digger reader too.

For its headline, I quoted the first question on the pile that Helen picked up and read. It said: ‘Why does the women have all the pain, Miss?’

I ran the story on page three, signifying it as important, but not news like the fact that touring British rocker

Banking to get royal commission Following a long resistance the banks have finally given the Australian prime minster the green light to go ahead with a royal commission into the banking sector, and the PM has grudingly agreed.

The decision has been welcomed by a wide range of groups from the Australian small business and family enterprise ombudsman to BeyondBlue, Mental Health Australia and the Public Interest Advocacy Centre The inclusion of the insurance industry in the banking royal commission will provide the opportunity to advocate for changes to insurance policies and practices that discriminate against people with mental health conditions.

Mental health groups have

long campaigned against insurance industry practices that deny cover to and claims by people who once had, are experiencing or are deemed by the insurer likely to develop a mental health condition in the future.

Georgie Harman, CEO of BeyondBlue said, ‘Insurers too often over-estimate the impact of mental health conditions on people’s everyday lives and underestimate the likelihood of recovery.’

Ombudsman Australian small business and family enterprise ombudsman Kate Carnell said she hoped the inquiry would examine past cases where small businesses had been unfairly treated.

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Ms Carnell said her small business loans inquiry earlier this year had identified numerous cases where small businesses had suffered from questionable conduct.

‘The asymmetry in power between the banks and small businesses, together with the conduct of banks particularly since the global financial crisis in 2008, has left many small businesses in a devastating financial position,’ she said.

‘Many have lost their businesses as well as their family homes, with no prospect until now of obtaining access to justice. In some cases there may have been unconscionable behaviour by the banks and this should be examined in the royal commission.’

Carnell said there’d been

progress in the past few years towards changing banks’ behaviour, including Unfair Contract Terms legislation and the establishment of the Australian Financial Complaints Authority.

‘What’s been missing is the capacity to review past disputes and award compensation,’ she said.

‘It’s not acceptable that banks called in loans where repayments were up to date.

‘The contract clauses were so one-sided there was no constraint on the banks to stop them from foreclosing on loans that didn’t fit their risk profile.

‘Many settlements occurred under duress because borrowers had little choice but to accept the bank’s offer.’

Joe Cocker was being deported by the Liberal government for pot possession (thus helping Gough Whitlam’s Labor Party win the elections a month later, ending 23 years of conservative rule).

Household name

Only one Digger reader sent a coherent letter, which lamented that the anonymous teacher had not even mentioned homosexuality.

Two far more outraged readers were the Fitzroy High caretakers named Mr and Mrs Lack, who discovered that this class was in their school – and thus, the shit hit the fan.

Melbourne daily papers and talk radio went nuts and Mrs Garner was suspended by the Department of Education.

The Victorian Teachers Union went on strike in support of this teacher who’d told her class that yes, she had sucked a cock… but the bureaucrats had their way and Helen Garner was soon a household name, but an unemployed one.

I hired Helen to be a new Digger editor (at our standard rate of $40 a week). Informed

by Bruce Hanford’s two-hour course on how to be an investigative reporter, she wrote excellent pieces for The Digger, before switching to writing novels and non-fiction books that fix their subjects with an unflinching gaze.

Helen has said that she long ago resolved to become dispassionate. In a letter she wrote me in July 1972 she said she wished to ‘become solitary’, but I don’t believe she did that, or became dispassionate. She understood how

Australian author Helen Garner. AAP Image/Jon Purcell/Supplied by Text Publishing.

desperate Form 1E kids were to know, so she explained.

Years later, she tried to comprehend why a law student deliberately gave her boyfriend a lethal overdose, and why a man might drown his kids, or a woman might drown hers. Helen might have taught herself to look at death without fainting, but she pursues all her stories passionately, scraping the rust and mould from our culture to reveal its true shape – like The Digger set out to do 45 years ago.

Q The full text of Helen’s first Digger story is at coorabellridge.com, or in issue 6 of The Digger at http://ro.uow.edu. au/digger/6/, or in her 2010 book True Stories.

Helen Garner will be in conversation with Matthew Condon at Byron Theatre at 6pm, December 6.

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Balcony Bar & Oyster Co Locals Ham Giveaway

Calling all Byron Shire locals Sign up for a Live Love Byron members card and you’ll receive $12 espresso martinis and happy hour drink prices all day, every day, half price oysters, a free three-course meal on your birthday, $19 bottomless bellinis, and you can go into the draw to win a Christmas ham every week in December!

Balcony Bar & Oyster Co have four hams to give away through the month of December to Live. Love. Byron members. Just visit us in venue and swipe your card each week to go into the draw. Hams will be drawn each week on Sunday 10 and 17 and Friday 22 December and winners will be notified by phone.

Celebrate Christmas Your way Get festive with the Three Blue Ducks! Celebrate with us and choose from our beautifully designed set menu or we can offer tailor-made packages for something different.

From cocktail parties to a seated soiree, celebrating on the deck or in the restaurant, let us make sure your end of year celebration is one to remember.

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Bangalow Designers’ Craft Market

LOCal FOOD and festivities at the farmers markets

You are invited to the Bangalow Designers’ Craft Market on Saturday 9 December.

You’ll find unique designer pieces showcasing the best of local talent. Enjoy gourmet food from artisan chefs and local coffee brew from The little Hopper.

Great music by Adam Harpaz, Nick Cunningham, Luke Morris and Josh Lee Hamilton.

Come and buy locally made Christmas gifts direct from the designer supporting local community.

Bangalow Designers’ Market Saturday Dec 9. On the lovely grounds of the Bangalow Public School, Byron Street, Bangalow. Open 8am– 3pm More information available on the Bangalow Designers’ Market Facebook and Instagram. www.facebook.com/bangalowdesignersmarket www.instagram.com/bangalowdesigners

THE Christmas festivities are in full swing at the New Brighton and Mullumbimby Farmers Markets, kicking off this week with the annual customer Christmas parties.

Held yesterday at New Brighton and this Friday (December 8) at Mullumbimby, the customer parties are a way of saying thanks to the wonderful community that keeps our farmers markets alive and thriving, Free samples of yummy produce from market stallholders like cheese, olives, dips, chocolate and fresh fruit and veges are handed out throughout the morning.

After enjoying the samples, customers can get inspired and start planning their locally grown Christmas feast from the amazing produce on offer, or put together a gift hamper for friends with local products like homemade relishes, chocolate macadamias, bushfood spices and coffee beans.

Santa will visit the markets on Tuesday December 19 (New Brighton) and Friday December 22 (Mullumbimby) and a reminder to New Brighton customers that the market will be closed Boxing Day, reopening January 2.

• New Brighton Farmers Market every Tuesday 8am–11am • Mullumbimby Farmers Market every Friday 7am–11am

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Byron Bay Pork and Meats have picked up another swathe of ribbons at the North Coast National A&I Society (Lismore Show) including seven firsts! John Singh and his team of butchers at Byron Bay Pork and Meats are very proud of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s haul.

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She brings an in-depth understanding of all skin types with her and can prescribe a personalised La Clinica skincare program to address your individual needs.

Kamon’s eyebrow shaping is famous locally and abroad; her attention to detail leaves you looking and feeling your absolute best. Kamon also provides the ultimate treatment in manicures and pedicures, and her application of Shellac and Bio Sculpture is of an outstanding quality.

Kamon’s gentle touch and serene nature will have you floating until your next visit.

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Dance Dynamics Byron Bay

3 days of high energetic fun, creativity and memorable moments coming your way.

Dance Dynamics Byron Bay are excited to be running their summer holiday workshop on 17, 18 and 19 January!

With special classes run by our inhouse and new exciting teachers, participants will have a great time taking the following subjects for their workshop: ballet, contemporary, jazz/funk/hip-hop, limber, strength, acro, creative choreography and special stage grooming classes. The cost is $170, however earlybird rate before 9 December is $120! Second cut-off earlybird is $140 by 10 January. Get in early as this workshop is fantastic value for money!

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Subsidised Fees: Making Local Education Accessible in 2018 As we approach the end of the year, it’s a great time to consider plans for 2018. If you’re not sure what you want to do or need some career inspiration, consider studying locally with Byron Community College.

The college is excited to announce that the following nationally accredited qualifications for 2018 are available with generous subsidies offered under the NSW Government’ s Smart & Skilled program. Eligibility criteria apply and places are limited. Enrolments are open for: Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) CHC33015 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30113 Certificate III Horticulture AHC30716 Certificate III in Permaculture AHC33815 Certificate IV in Permaculture AHC42116 Certificate III in Micro Business Operations BSB30315 Certificate IV in New Small Business BSB42615 Subsidised places start from $0 and most courses are Austudy approved, making it more affordable for you to take that step towards your education and career goals.

If you are interested in studying with us give our friendly staff a call on 6684 3374.

Come in for a chat,or visit the website at byroncollege.org.au.

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Give a NORPA gift this Christmas NORPA Season 2018 13 shows, 12 Australian works and 5 premieres.

NORPA’s Season 2018 provides thought-provoking and challenging performances — plus a few laughs along the way. In addition to presenting great shows from around Australia, they’re also making original works that continue NORPA’s mission of developing brave new Australian theatre.

All shows are now on sale and are an amazing Christmas gift – you can purchase tickets to individual shows or package up your favourite three shows to gift a NORPA subscription. Subscribers save 20 per cent on tickets and enjoy other great benefits, rewards, last-minute offers and invitations. Or consider a gift voucher, which will include a complimentary drink for every $50 spent on vouchers prior to 24 December 2017.

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BOOKWORMS & PAPERMITES

BOOKS: the perfect gift!

Books are the perfect gift for your friends and loved ones this Christmas. Here are some recommendations from the Bookworms & Papermites team and we’ll start with my favourite read of 2017: THE CHOKE: Sofie Laguna has produced another best seller with this compelling novel set beside the Murray River and featuring 10yo Justine Lee and her poverty-stricken and dysfunctional family. I loved this book.

THE LIFE TO COME: Michelle de Kretser uses a unique storytelling technique and compelling characters to tell this sweeping narrative over several decades and countries including Sydney, Paris, Sri Lanka.

SIXTY SECONDS: Local author Jesse Blackadder once again writes a terrific story on tough subject matter. This time she convincingly draws us into the Brennan family, their tragedy and eventually their recovery. Poignant and compelling reading.

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THE LIFE TO COME

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Michelle De Kretser

SIXTY SECONDS

Jesse Blackadder

BOOKS – THE PERFECT GIFT!

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Meant to Bead

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Meant to Bead in Byron is a great way to make your personalised Christmas gifts in our 3hr Hot Glass Workshop. This is a rare opportunity to learn the art of glass bead making in a relaxed and safe environment in this unique glass gallery.

You can incorporate your beads into a bracelets, earrings or necklaces to make a personal and beautiful gift for some one special or just treat yourself.

Our Hot Glass workshop promises a one-of-a-kind creation and a quality glass bead experience.

• Day and Night Classes 3 hrs $95.00 • Family discount applies • Private Group Bookings 5–11 People • Christmas Gift Voucher Available Classes /Bookings can be viewed on our Pay Pal friendly website www.meanttobead.com.au | info@meanttobead.com.au 6/19–21 Centennial Circuit, Byron Bay | 6685 8665 / 0412 805 635

is nestled in a bamboo grove, in a quiet secret garden, down a back lane in Mullumbimby.

It is a magical sanctuary that people flock to from near and far. They come because they feel restored and re-energised after a Kiva visit. More relaxed, more connected, softer and more available. That is why often gift vouchers are given to loved ones at this time of year.

The combined effects of four hot magnesium spas, steam room, wood-heated sauna and plunge pool does wonders for body and soul. All this is contained within a tropical garden. It is delicious in the rain and delightful in the sun.

We also have 45 of the best massage therapists in the area at your service. When you combine a massage and/or a facial from Eminence Organics with the bathhouse the effects can be quite transformational.

At this time of busy-ness and high stress remember to practise unconditional friendliness towards yourself and come to Kiva for time out. www.thekivaspa.com | 6684 4811

Meant to Bead Hot Glass Workshop A unique opportunity to make an everlasting memory of Byron Bay Day & Night Classes $95 Gift Vouchers Available Family Discount

Rain / Hail / Shine

02 6685 8665 / 0412 805 635 www.meanttobead.com.au info@meanttobead.com.au

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Getting Festive at the Italian

The Cellar Byron

Contact us for more details or visit our website to view the menu.

Do you want to try something a bit different? If you havent tried Nero D’Avola, you really should. The most widely planted red in Sicily comes from Avola in the southeast of the island, in the province of Siracusa. Because of the hot climate and volcanic soil, this region produces some of Italy’s most interesting red wines.

Most reds have tannins that don’t take well to chilling, but Nero D’Avola is an exception, with a few minutes in the fridge to bring it down to about 15 degrees reaping big rewards. This makes it a perfect wine for a long lunch in an Australian summer.

Rupenera Nero D’Avola has a perfumed nose of sweet cherries and a subtle herbaceousness. The palate has well-rounded fruit character with lovely, fresh, spicy cherry and dark-chocolate notes backed by refreshing acidity with elegance and polish.

The tannins are long and silky even with when chilled.

2 Bay Street – next to Beach Hotel www.theitalianbyronbay.com | 6680 7055

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2/90 Jonson St, Byron Bay

Why not celebrate Christmas Day at The Italian Byron Bay? We have created an incredible 4-course festive menu to enjoy in our beautiful dining space. Why not complement your meal with a signature cocktail or glass of champagne from the bar – or our experienced staff can guide you through the extensive menu of wine and spirits.

Whether an intimate table for two, or a larger group of family and friends, we would love you to join us in the restaurant or in the courtyard.

Only two sittings are available so booking is essential.

Colleen Reilly Optometrist Shop 2/108 Stuart St, Mullumbimby

Use your private health fund in 2017 No gap single vision glasses

Colleen Reilly offers single vision spectacles complete through your health fund – no gap.

Our last day of the year is Friday 22nd Dec Looking forward to seeing you Call us for a comprehensive eye examination on 6684 1799 and redeem your allowance.

MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW YEAR North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au

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Give a truly special gift to your family and friends a LivingGift and at the same time protect our precious rainforests.

Rainforest Rescue’s LivingGifts support real on-ground conservation projects in Australia and overseas. No matter what their interests or passions – from planting a tree to protecting rainforest in the Daintree to protecting Cloud Forests of Ecuador – you can be sure to find the perfect gift for that special someone.

Rainforest Rescue is a local not-for-profit organisation that has been rescuing and restoring rainforests in Australia and internationally for two decades. This work is only possible with the support of individuals and businesses who are passionate about protecting rainforests forever. Projects reestablish rainforests through planting, maintenance and restoration programs, as well as purchasing and protecting forever high-conservation-value rainforest to preserve its biodiversity. www.rainforestrescue.org.au | 1300 763 611 / 6684 4360

Escape the summer heat

Pop Up Shop Newrybar Hall Three local brands are coming together to offer a pop up shop this weekend 9–10 December 9–3pm at Newrybay Hall. Plenty of goodies…

The Dharma Door works with Fair Trade artisans in Bangladesh creating stunning homewares and accessories. Wall hangings, rugs, baskets and bags crafted by hand. A story woven with every stitch and fibre.

Funkid are clearing discontinued Fair Trade toys at wholesale prices. Tip Toey Joey baby shoes only $29.95, limited sizes. A large range of Fair Trade textiles and Conscious Step socks, gifts that give.

Lazybones offers a fresh take on vintage. Inspiring vintage trims and fabrics for sale. Plenty of summer clothing including one-off sample pieces, current stock and endof-line items. e: lazyboneshq@lazybones.com.au

POP UP SHOP SatURDAY 9th & SunDAY 10th December 9AM - 3pm Newrybar Hall 13/15 Old Pacific Hwy, Newrybar

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in Circus Arts’ massive indoor venue that offers a fantastic school holiday program.

Kids can learn a range of exciting circus skills and experience a swing on the trapeze in full- and half-day holiday programs.

Specialised Teens program offers an awesome mix of activities including rock climbing, trampolines, aerials and a 1.5-hour flying trapeze class.

New class JUMP! provides a unique opportunity to train on professional equipment, including full-size Olympic trampoline, double mini-trampoline and 10m air-tumble track.

There are two flying trapeze classes each day for anyone aged five and older, plus Handstand and Acrobatics classes and Aerial classes for adults.

Climbing wall and Play Space are open daily plus there are FREE balloon-bending workshops Monday–Friday at 1pm.

All classes are also available as gift vouchers – a perfect solution for this Christmas!

Book at www.circusarts.com.au or call 6685 6566.

Looking for a last minute gift idea?

Give a gift that ‘keeps on giving’.

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For more info email lazyboneshq@lazybones.com.au

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Purchase your Rainforest Rescue Gift Cards online at rainforestrescue.org.au or phone 1300 763 611.

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Zenspiration to a healthy sleep Zentai is a well-known Byron Bay manufacturer specialising in latex mattresses. All latex mattresses are manufactured inhouse according to your own specific requirements.

Are all your needs met when it comes to you and your family’s health?

Getting a good night’s sleep isn’t just important for adults; it’s crucial for young people.

Establishing consistent, routine sleep will go a long way toward keeping your internal clock in rhythm so that you wake up feeling refreshed each morning and ready to tackle the day. Just like with eating right and exercise, it is equally important to have a good night’s sleep for a healthy lifestyle.

Avoiding the use of blue-light-emitting electronics such as smartphones, tablets and TV within an hour before bed can help you sleep better, too.

Come and visit our showroom for some professional advice and see how your health can benefit from our customised latex selection.

Zentai Living 1 / 8 Banksia Drive, Byron Bay | 6685 6722

Pegasus Park Time to giddy up! Join the experienced team at Pegasus Park Equestrian Centre for a ride along isolated Seven Mile Beach. Live the dream in this breathtaking and pristine setting, riding a beautiful horse while watching eagles soar and dolphins play. Or you might choose a trail ride along Byron Creek where platypus live, then up onto a hill with wonderful views. Or why not both? They can offer you a great package deal. Gift vouchers are also available. What a wonderful experience to give as a Christmas gift.

Pegasus Park offers private or group beach ride / trail ride lessons and more. Why not stay – 1-bedroom self-contained cabin also available? (Children from 2yrs up catered for by appointment only.)

Go to www.pegasuspark.com.au or call 6687 1446 for more info and booking.

Byron Bay Mattress Co. – 3 NEW MODELS ON SALE – EXCLUSIVE TO ZENTAI NEW: American Oak 100% Natural Oiled Bedframes NEW: CITTA Bedframe Am Oak (4-way adjustable head avail 5 sizes) Q $1095 K $1295 ‘CLOUD LUX’ POCKET SPRING LATEX AND GEL Q $1195 (norm $1495) K $1295 (norm $1595) NEW:

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Christmas is all wrapped up with Clean Tea’s amazing gift boxes

Byron Bay Dancewear Byron Bay Dancewear is a new and much-needed dancewear shop, located in the heart of Byron’s exciting Arts & Industry precinct. Stocking Capezio, Studio 7, MDM Dance, Bunheads, Balera, Urban Groove and Weismann’s, all of your dance requirements are provided for in one location. Now is a great time to buy a Christmas present for your young one or young-at-heart dancer. Byron Bay Dancewear will be holding a pre-launch one-day sale on 9 December, 10am–2pm, offering all who shop on this day 10 per cent off purchases over $80. This is a brilliant opportunity to save some money and pick up some essential dance items before Christmas time to avoid the back-to-school rush. Byron Bay Dancewear will soon be launching their new online store, making shopping for your dancewear even easier.

Stay tuned! www.byronbaydancewear.com.au coming soon. Please note BBDW will be closed over the Christmas period from 15 December through to 15 January.

Crystal Extravaganza This show is a family destination, jam packed with awesome dinosaurs, crystals, fossils and amazing handcrafted gemstone jewellery. There’s loads to explore, as this Christmas Spectacular features Australia’s leading mineral dealers, making it easy to find a gift for that hard-to-buy-for relative or friend. The Byron Bay Crystal Spectacular is being held at the Cavanbah Centre on 9 and 10 December. That means hassle-free parking. So come along – the entry tickets are valid for the whole weekend and there is truly something for everyone.

December 9 and 10, Cavanbah Centre, Byron Bay

Local Byron Bay-based tea business Clean Tea is making Christmas shopping super simple this year by offering wonderful tea packs and gift boxes including beautiful teaware, bath salts and even free gift wrapping.

Whether you’re looking for $20 summer ice tea packs, tea diffusers, Christmas teas or you are searching for the sampler boxes including a full range of locally made tea, Clean Tea have you covered.

With easy online ordering across Australia and free Christmas gift wrapping, you can go online and get your Christmas shopping organised in a few clicks.

Established by Pottsville local Jordana Edwards in 2013, Clean Tea is gaining a massive following across Australia and abroad owing to the teas being free of chemicals, artificial colours and flavours – just organic, natural herbs and fruits in delicious beneficial flavours.

The new Byron Bay store is now officially opened to the public and trades Monday to Saturday 10am–3pm.

Locals enjoy 30 per cent off all stock instore on Saturday 9 December. Visit Shop 8/4 Banksia Drive, Byron Bay, to check out the range or view online www.cleantea.com.au.

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NOW OPEN Boutique hand blended teas and smoothie powders, tea bath salts and candles.

Designer tea ware and even cheeky chocolate teas. $20 Sample Boxes

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Son of Drum in Mullumbimby is the region’s only grassroots fully dedicated musical instrument shop. The recent event of the Mullum Music Festival marked our fourth birthday as a retail store and our sincere thanks must go out to all of our customers who have supported us and enabled us to flourish. We’ve come a long way since 2013 when all we had to offer was some African drums, a handful of ukuleles and a small range of percussion instruments. Now, not only do we have all the usual array of acoustic and electronic gear, we’ve also secured our reputation as Australia’s most eclectic musical instrument shop known for our unique selection of both local-made and quality pieces of instrumentation from around the world. It’s constantly evolving, getting better and better. Come and see us soon and let us share the joy of music with you this Xmas!

Shop 1/31 Burringbar St, Mullumbimby benji@sonofdrum.com.au | 6684 1742

You read it here first!

Byron’s best bookshop now under OLD management!

John, Karen and the old team are back in Byron! Same team, same amazing book selection, same friendly service. We have a new name though, The Book Room At Byron. We hope you’ll love it as much as we do! Oh, and we’re now 100 per cent locally owned and operated AND we opened another store in Lennox Head – The Book Room At Lennox, headed up by our awesome Byron team. Be sure to stop in next time you’re down that way.

The overwhelming community support for the Byron bookshop ensured a return to the negotiating table with franchisor Mary Ryan’s Group and, throug the brokerage skills of Chris Hanley from First National, a deal was done.

Byron has its bookshop back, locally owned and proudly serving the Byron community.

27 Fletcher St, Byron Bay | 6685 8183

Crystal Festivals Australia presents

THE BYRON BAY CRYSTALS, CRAFT & JEWELLERY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR This annual family event is held at the Cavanba Sports Centre with loads of hassle-free parking

We are open from Saturday 9th 9am–5pm & Sunday 10th 9am–4pm

You read it here first! Byron’s best bookshop now under OLD management!

FREE ENTRY for everyone makes this event an awesome family adventure, jammed with dinosaur fossils, minerals, crystals, opals and hand crafted gemstone jewellery.

John, Karen and the old team are back in Byron! Same team, same amazing book selection, same friendly service. We have a new name though, “The Book Room At Byron’’, we hope you’ll love it as much as we do! Oh, and we’re now 100% locally owned and operated AND we opened another store in Lennox Head - “The Book Room At Lennox’’, headed up by our awesome Byron team. Be sure to stop in next time you’re down that way.

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So come along and celebrate this wonderful annual event.

The overwhelming community support for the Byron bookshop ensured a return to the negotiating table with Franchisor, Mary Ryan’s Group, and through the brokerage skills of Chris Hanley from First National, a deal was done.

Enquires: Rob 0405 904 881 crystalfestivalsaustralia@gmail.com North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au

Byron has its bookshop back, locally owned and proudly serving the Byron community.

At Byron 27 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481

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Yasmin Lang Remedial Massage Therapist Byron Photo Magic Shop local last-minute Christmas ideas at Byron Photo Magic – Fujifilm (STILL located in the Plaza on Jonson St even during reconstruction). Established in 1988, your store with everything photographic from printing from all devices, canvas, gift ideas, wide-format prints to traditional 35mm processing colour or B/W either printed, scanned and even ‘drop boxed’ all done instore! As well as a great range of Fujifilm Instax cameras, frames, albums, digital cameras and accessories to cover any photographic request! Having the latest Fujifilm Digital Frontier Photo Lab we are able to print up to 30cmx45cm same day and larger size to A1 next day! Largest range of 35mm film as well secondhand cameras on the north coast – yes film as well as that special battery, memory card, lens, camera bag, filter, flash, tripod, even studio lighting!

Come in today and see Stephen, Karen or Zac. Open six days a week or order online 24/7 | www.photomagic.com.au

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MASSAGE GIFT VOUCHERS BYRON BAY Gift a person you love a deeply nurturing treatment with Yasmin Lang Choose either Relax: Restore: Repose: Rejuvenate or Aged Care Massage Package, a deeply appreciated gift for the elderly and those experiencing frailty in the body.

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SERVICING BYRON BAY & BEYOND Yasmin Lang has been working with people in the Byron Shire and beyond for more than 30 years. She offers a depth of experience in massage, spa treatments, aged care, youth work, palliative care nursing, dementia care and respite for people with mental health issues.

Yasmin provides mobile massage and treatments as well as clinic-based services. Health fund rebates apply.

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Byron Designworks With the Christmas season kicking off it is time for decorating and gift giving and Byron Designworks can help you with both.

Christmas trees and decorations are instore now, traditional, whimsical, twinkly and sparkly. There is something to appeal to most tastes and situations. This year LED lighting plays a large part in what is on offer and the lights are often battery operated to make them usable in different settings.

There are many gift items available: candles, display pieces, bags, ornaments, mugs, etc. Starting as low as $5, Byron Designworks is a great place to get Secret Santa or teacher presents.

Of course, Christmas is not only a time for giving but also when we open our homes to family and friends. If yours needs a freshen up or some extra furniture there is plenty to choose from at Byron Designworks where new-season stock is arriving regularly.

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STAGE SET FOR BYRON CAROLS UNDER THE STARS Byron Bay will again enjoy its iconic seaside carols and djembe drumming, this year with African, Middle-Eastern, Spanish and reggae vibes, bringing a carols event of all flavours to our eclectic town.

2017 marks the tenth anniversary of Byron Bay Carols by the Sea, an annual event which has featured the glitz of world-class singers and heart-rousing performances from local school choirs bringing all your favourite carols.

Presented by the combined churches of Byron and directed by award-winning jazz and gospel music artist Sharny Russell, Friday night will also showcase some original, neverbefore-performed Christmas songs penned by Sharny.

Everybody is invited to come along, rub shoulders with your beautiful community and celebrate the real spirit of Christmas together. The jolly fat man is slotted to sleigh in and children can have their photos taken with Santa. Flameless candles for sale.

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Kids Don’t Fly

and if the device can be unlocked or disengaged it must have a child-resistant mechanism. Landlords should check the condition of the windowWindow and Balcony Safety safety devices during routine inspections and The NSW campaign Kids Don’t Fly – prevent falls in the condition report. If the window-safety from windows and balconies provides informa- device is damaged or missing, the landlord must tion to parents and carers on simple, effective organise for repairs to be undertaken as soon as and simple to protect possible. children from falling In strata schemes, the from windows and balmaintenance and repair conies. Falls are the most of window-safety deviccommon cause of injues is the responsibility of ries in children. More the owner corporation. than 8,000 children are However, the owner admitted to NSW hoscorporation can adopt a pitals each year owing common property rights to a fall. In 2010 across Prevent by-law which confers the falls from NSW, 34 children were right and obligation to windows hospitalised after falling and install and maintain any balconies from a window and 46 locking or safety device children were hospitalto individual lot owners. ised after falling from a Landlords should check balcony. By law, owner with their owner corpocorporations in NSW Flyscreens keep bugs out, not kids in ration if this by-law has must have window safebeen adopted.

For information and translations, visit ty devices installed on all www.health.nsw.gov.au/childsafety There is no obligation above-ground windows for landlords to monitor

by March 2018. All resior enforce the use of dential strata buildings window-safety devices. must be fitted with winOccupants are therefore free to open their window safety devices so that the maximum window dows fully if they wish to do so. While it is up to opening can be limited to less than 12.5cm. The occupants to decide when to engage the devices, devices must be able to withstand a force of 250 NSW Fair Trading strongly recommends that Newtons (which is equal to 25 kilograms of force), people use window-safety devices when children

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are present and on all common access areas, such three lots and Lot 2 sold under the hamas stair landings. mer for $975,000.

Safety tips According to Janice Here are some simple tips to help keep kids safe: Maple of Elders Ban• Don’t be fooled by fly screens; they are designed galow, Lot 2 was one to keep insects out, not your kids in. They are of the prime lots, with both creek frontage simply not strong enough. and northerly aspect.

• Install window-safety devices on all aboveJanice said she was ground-floor windows within a child’s reach. pleased with how the When the safety device is engaged, it must stop campaign unfolded. the window opening more than 12.5cm.

‘We had more than Janice Maple.

• Keep furniture away from windows and the 100 enquiries on the edge of balconies to prevent children climbing land and the regisup and falling off. Beware of light furniture tered bidders were both local and from out that children can move around. of area’. The buyers of Lot 2 are from Sydney.’

• If you rent, you must get written permis- Janice says negotations are still underway with sion from your landlord before you drill. interested parties for a number of the remainLandlords cannot refuse permission unless ing lots so if you have any interest please contact her. they have a very good reason.

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Level access from the round drive into open living boasting breathtaking views of the mountains & to the coast, extending to an entertainers verandah to the northeast capturing sunsets - one can only dream of experiencing from home! A kitchen featuring Silky Oak cabinetry to be envied by entertainers & foodies alike features a central island bench, pantry & double gas cook-top make functions a pleasure. Opposite at the other end boasts a feature wall with a recessed wood fire & a shelving & concealed TV. The master bedroom with a full en-suite & walk in robe adjoins a study nook & flows to one end of the verandah. On the opposite end of the home is the 2nd bedroom with en-suite & 3rd bedroom. Set above to the rear is a perfect space to run your business from home or accommodate guests - with parking, private gardens & own separate facilities.

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Your advertising spend stays in your community because The Echo is the only local newspaper that has 100 per cent local ownership. The largest shareholder in APN (Northern Star, Byron Shire News, Ballina Advocate etc) is Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp.

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SKINNERS SHOOT 246 Skinners Shoot Road $1.75 million - $1.9 million 3

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beach house in the bush + Rustic charm with large northern timber deck where you can relax in peace with nature & wildlife + High raked timber lined ceilings, wood heater in living room. Beautiful stained glass throughout + Large 7m x 14m Colorbond shed plus seperate workshop with 3 phase power +Town water, sealed road, Only a few minutes to the CBD & the beaches of Byron Bay

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Property Absolutely Captivating

Room to move

Ultimate Lennox Beach House

170 Boogarem Road, Koonyum Range

7 Kiah Close, Ocean Shores

11/20 Byron St, Lennox Head

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This 29 acre property is located on the edge of Mt Jerusalem National Park overlooking Mullumbimby & Brunswick Heads coastline. Open plan living areas with high raked ceilings, beautiful timber floors & large doors that open onto the patio. Kitchen, fitted with granite bench tops, & walk in pantry. The house hosts a huge master bedroom with views of the sunrise over the ocean, a walk in dressing room, ensuite with twin vanities & seperate shower & access to the outside, & third bedroom. Guest quarters, a second living room & the den/study. Outdoors, the in-ground saltwater pool is positioned in a beautiful setting. The house can operate entirely “off the grid” with a large stand alone solar power system, 135,000 litres of rain water storage. There is a studio with two rooms and facilities located separately from the home. Double lockup garage with remote entry.

How good is this, a property you can walk into with nothing to spend. The property is all up to date with a renovated bathroom, kitchen and has also had a roof restoration.

Centrally located in a quite family friendly cul-de-sac, this well presented home sits on a generous 702m2 level block with plenty of room to move. The outdoor covered entertainment area provides a great spot to enjoy with family and friends and the large fully fenced backyard allows the kids to play safely whilst you sit back and relax.

Within walking distance to Ocean Shores Country Club and Water Lily Park and only mins drive to the Ocean Shores Shopping Village, pacific highway and pristine surf beaches In today’s strong rental market this property could potentially rent for between $480–$520 per week.

Call today and make a time to inspect, it won’t last long.

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

Open: Saturday 9th December 11am–11.30am Contact: David Holden on 0435 789 677 LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads

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Architecturally designed & sun kissed, ‘Footprints’ is one of a kind. This free standing home offers a versatile, low maintenance Lennox lifestyle & immaculate throughout.

Designed to capitalise on the fabulous northerly aspect with extensive windows, this home is drenched in natural light year round. The expansive open living space flows to the elevated, covered deck which has an uninterrupted direct line view of the ocean.

Bespoke features include corrugated laser light ceilings, full colour ocean themed glass panel wall in shower area of master suite, open tread timber and frameless glass staircase and a vibrant, summer colour scheme.

This fabulous beach shack sits comfortably on the quiet side of Gibbon Street (entry via Dodge Lane) on a level, easy are landscaped 300m2 block If you desire an easy, village lifestyle call Lois today to arrange an inspection.

Open: Inspect by appointment Contact: Lois Buckett 0428 877 399 Lois Buckett Real Estate

TIME TO ENTER THE MARKET

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39 Balemo Drive, Ocean Shores

Looking for a house & business or wanting to start a business or create an affordable housing flat?

Then this is the property for you.

• 3 generous bedrooms + study • Modern light kitchen & dining • Large formal lounge and living • Enormous covered, quiet & private outdoor area • DA approved and operating hair salon $$$ • Big, block 921m2 To top it all off the house is located on a main road ideal for promotion & exposure for any business.

The market is growing every day here at the moment and prices escalating hourly, and if you have a deposit and been trying to get into the market is proving difficult for you, this could be the one.

• 2-3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Double lock up garage • Flat, flood free 784m2 • Private yard with a pool • Great spot central & mature gardens Owners are committed to selling and half way moved already to the Gold Coast.

View Saturday 11.00 – 11.30am Contact Peter Browning 0411 801 795

LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads 02 6685 0177

$1,150,000–$1,265,000

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LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads 02 6685 0177

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Property Beautiful private retreat

Rainforest Sanctuary on 22 Acres Slow Sundays

374 Connor Road, Tregeagle

334 Friday Hut Road, Possum Creek

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Here is truly an oasis, twenty acres located at one of the highest spots in Tregeagle.

The property is approximately two thirds native forest & one third cleared. It is located down a long driveway at the end of the road, so no traffic noise & totally private. The home has four bedrooms, two bathrooms & plenty of room for parking with a 3 bay carport and a triple bay shed. There is a huge 82 square metre open plan living area with a lovely modern kitchen. It has large verandahs running along both front the front & back of the home & has a lovely solar heated swimming pool. There is ample room to have a horse or two or do what you wish. You could even go camping on your own property in one of the grassed clearings. The school bus pick up & drops off the kids at the end of the road, & you are only 10 minutes to Lismore & 10 minutes to the Alstonville shops. Peace & quiet, absolute privacy & close to everything.

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

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193 Goremans Road, Eureka $2,250,000

A true Byron Hinterland escape yet only 15 minutes to the Bay & 7 minutes to Bangalow with Asian influenced botanical garden style grounds of subtropical nature!

Entering the property down a sealed driveway gives you an insight into the diversity of the infrastructure offered.

Winding down past the fenced 5 acre paddock on one side with dam & pontoon, before reaching a split in the drive to reveal 2 homes well apart from each other ensuring privacy.

Both homes feature extensive use of Australian hardwoods and have been built to a high standard without complicated design and showcasing the Australian bush.

Multiple outdoor baths & showers, a heated plunge pool with spa jets, a modern, impressive home office/Yoga/Meditation bungalow, a tipi plus an energy spiral, a large shed, herb & veggie gardens, an observation deck into the nature, creek frontage plus extensive outdoor living attached to both homes.

Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Mary O’Connor 0418 462 849, Lorna Bailey 0410 609 789 Bangalow Real Estate & Byron Hinterland Properties

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Slow Sundays is the property everyone instantly falls in love with. Set on 47 acres of rich volcanic soil in Eureka and nestled in the Byron hinterlands, the property is a stunning, tropical, private oasis.

Enjoying lush rainforest and farmland views, the residence boasts exposed hardwood timber beams & brush box floors. There are three bedrooms & three bathrooms, which feature contemporary styling.

The house sits within beautifully landscaped gardens and the coffee plantation beyond, which benefits from primary producer status.

This beautiful property has an established rental income and enormous potential to add value via the addition of eco-tourism cabins, studios, a second residence or a variety of agricultural and horticultural pursuits.

Located just five minutes from the historic town of Federal and 22 minutes from the stunning beaches of Byron Bay, Slow Sundays represents a great opportunity to acquire your own piece of paradise.

Mr Property Services The Palms Village – Tweed Heads South

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Pyramid Holiday Park – Tweed Heads

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Inspect: By appointment Contact: Denzil Lloyd 0481 864 049, Gary Brazenor 0423 777 237 Unique Estates

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View over 50 homes at www.mrpropertyservices.com.au Email: kprice@mrpropertyservices.com.au 139 Minjungbal Drive, Tweed Heads South Phone: 07 5523 3431 Mobile: 0423 028 468 Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo

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‘Footprints’ – The Ultimate Beach House

Sitting on just over one easy care acre with views to the Nightcap National Park, this home with a separate studio plus workshop epitomises what country living is all about.

This spacious western red cedar house features high ceilings and timber floors throughout with a good-size living room, wood-fire combustion heating and a country-style kitchen and dining area. Three bedrooms, main with ensuite, plus large sunroom being a perfect second living space.

Good-size undercover timber decks are located on 3 sides of the house giving suitable covered spaces for any weather conditions.

The surrounding gardens can be seen from every window and include a vegetable garden, citrus trees, three large avocado trees, several large native rainforest trees and a chook pen. A separate studio includes a living space, kitchen, bathroom and sunny verandah which takes in the beautiful garden views. This home has loads of potential to further improve to reach its full potential.

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11/20 Byron Street, Lennox Head Lower level: 2 spacious beds with built in robes, high ceilings, modern bathroom Dual level, 3 bed architecturally O/sized DLUG (too nice for a car!) can designed home on 300m2 easy care convert to another living space block Convenient village location, approx.

Coveted northerly aspect + large 550m flat walk to beach windows, loads of natural light year round Inspect: By Appointment O/sized master suite, bespoke ensuite + Contact: Lois Buckett 0428 877 399 built in mirrored robes Expansive open living space flows to elevated, covered deck + direct ocean view

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101 Burns Point Ferry Rd, West Ballina Upper level: master suite + parent’s retreat, modern ensuite, walk in robe + Brand new, executive residence with study nook countless extras on level 830m2 block Set on rare 42m river frontage + private Private i/g salt water pool, new easy care gardens & lawn surround property pontoon, expansive views of Richmond O/sized DLUG with workroom space River PLUS oversized SLUG-perfect for boat/ Chef’s dream kitchen, stone tops, jet ski integrated window splashback + butler’s AUCTION onsite 2 December 12noon pantry Contact: Vaino Lillioja 0487 026 765 Light filled, vast living/dining space opens onto alfresco, sheltered patio with views

ATTENTION AGENTS & PRIVATE SELLERS Have your Open Houses, Auctions and New Listings here Large Family Home Entertainers Dream

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47 Granuaille Rd, Bangalow Large 2 storey, 5 bed, 3 bath home with modern kitchen and amenities with amazing views overlooking Bangalow.

Expansive elevated covered verandahs and large entertaining decked areas.

Double block with in-ground swimming pool, firepit and beautiful established landscaped gardens Central location with easy access to cafes and shops.

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Price: $1,150,000 Inspect: Wednesday 5pm Saturday 10.30am Contact: Trent Stana 0428 982 359

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Property Open for Inspection

• 87 Alcorn St, Suffolk Park. Sat 1–1.30pm • 600 Coolamon Scenic Dr, Coorabell. Sat 2–2.30pm

BYRON BEACH REALTY BYRON BAY

• 47 Granuaille Rd Bangalolw. Wed 5–5.30pm. Sat 10.30–11am

• 58A Paterson Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11.30am–12pm • 17 Edward Place, Knockrow. Sat 1.30–2pm • 1/13 & 2/13 Alcorn St, Suffolk Park. Sat 3–3.45pm

ELDERS BANGALOW • 438 Rosebank Rd, Rosebank. Sat 10–10.30am • 229 Rosebank Rd, Rosebank. Sat 11–11.30am

FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY • 7 Hottentot Cr, Mullumbimby. Wed 2–2.30pm • 9 Clement Pl, Lennox Head. Thu 9–9.30am • 60 Massinger St, Byron Bay. Thu 3–3.30pm • 79 Massinger St, Byron Bay. Thu 3–3.30pm • 871 Main Arm Rd, Main Arm. Fri 11–11.30am • 1635–1651 Coolamon Scenic Dr, Mullumbimby.

Fri 12–12.30pm • 9 Clement Pl, Lennox Head. Sat 9–9.30am • 7 Hottentot Cr, Mullumbimby. Sat 9–9.30am • 60 Massinger St, Byron Bay. Sat 9–9.30am • 1 Taylors Road, Eureka. Sat 9–9.30am • 15 Tamarind Court, Suffolk Park. Sat 10–10.30am • 5 Burke Terrace, Ballina. Sat 10–10.30am • 10 Rosewood Ave, Bangalow. Sat 10–10.30am • 3/3 Somerset St, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 53 Carlyle St, Byron Bay. Sat 10.30–11am • 6a-d/155–159 Broken Head Rd, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am • 9 Rosewood Ave, Bangalow. Sat 11–11.30am • 2/33 Scott St, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am • 79 Massinger St, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am • 1/1 Langi Pl, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm • 22 Brandon St, Suffolk Park. Sat 12–12.30pm • 2 Constellation Cl, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm • 534 Main Arm Rd, Main Arm. Sat 1–1.30pm • 3a Bottlebrush Cr, Suffolk Park. Sat 1–1.30pm • 19 Byron St, Wardell. Sat 1–1.30pm • 11 Byron St, Wardell. Sat 1–1.30pm

GNF REAL ESTATE BANGALOW LJ HOOKER BRUNSWICK HEADS • 37 Elizabeth Ave, South Golden Beach. Thur 11–1.30am • 37 Elizabeth Ave, South Golden Beach. Sat 11–11.30am • 7 Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am • 24 Warrambool Rd, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm • 39 Balemo Dr, Ocean Shores. Sat 1–1.30pm • 89A Kingsford Dr, Ocean Shores. Sat 2–2.30pm • 7 Kiah Cl, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am • 41 Yalla Kool Dr, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm • 41 Kallaroo Circuit, Ocean Shores. Sat 1–1.30pm

LOIS BUCKETT REAL ESTATE • 101 Burns Point Ferry Rd, West Ballina. Sat 10–10.30am • 22 Figtree Hill, Lennox Head. Sat 11–11.30am • 24 Casuarina Rd, East Ballina. Sat 12–12.30pm • 9 Tara Downs, Lennox Head. Sat 12–12.30pm • 7 Aurora Pl, Lennox Head. Sat 1–1.30pm

PROFESSIONALS & MARK COCHRANE • 4 Parakeet Pl, Mullumbimby. Sat 1–1.45pm

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES • 15A Weeronga Way, Ocean Shores. Sat 12.30–1pm • 12 Beach Ave, South Golden Beach. Sat 110am–12pm

LOIS BUCKETT REAL ESTATE • 11/20 Byron St, Lennox Head. Dec 9 at 11am onsite • 7 Aurora Pl, Lennox Head. Jan 20 at 1pm onsite

New Listings LOIS BUCKETT REAL ESTATE • 11/20 Byron Street, Lennox Head. AUCTION • 24 Casuarina Court, East Ballina. Guide $680,000–$740,000 • 7 Aurora Place, Lennox Head. AUCTION

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES • 153 Shara Boulevard, Ocean Shores • 13 Palmer Avenue, Ocean Shores • 11 Pottsville Road, Mooball • 37 Byron Street, New Brighton

PROFESSIONALS & MARK COCHRANE • 510 Wilsons Creek Rd, Wilsons Creek. $1,900,000 • 500 The Pocket Road, The Pocket. $1,095,000

Rental Open times FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY • 136 Stuart St, Mullumbimby. Sat 10am • 134 Dalley St, Mullumbimby. Sat 10.30am • 10 Armstrong St, Suffolk Park. Sat 12.30pm

Auction BYRON BEACH REALTY BYRON BAY • 1&2/13 Alcorn Street, Suffolk Park. 9 Dec 4pm onsite

FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY • 79 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. Sat 9 Dec 11am onsite • 11 Byron Street, Wardell. Sat 9 Dec 2pm onsite • 17 & 19 Byron Street, Wardell. Sat 9 Dec 2pm onsite

END OF YEAR CLEARANCE SALE Up to

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Valid until Dec 22nd

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Byron has the east coast’s best pork

Bliss in a Tea Cup Local northern rivers mother-of-three Jordana Edwards opened the doors of her boutique tea store Clean Tea last week, after years of brewing a healthy and therapeutic alternative to a morning cuppa.

The family-owned and -operated boutique tea store opened to the public on Friday 1 December, on Banksia Drive in the Byron Bay Arts and Industry Estate.

Young mum Jordana founded Clean Tea in 2013 while on a journey to regain her health and wellness after having her third child.

‘My mum Amanda is a herbalist and naturopath who helped me to discover a clean approach to health. We developed three teas from our small kitchen, hand-blending organic ingredients,’ Jordana said.

‘There’s something special about a hand-blended, boutique tea.

There’s love that goes into every cup.’

The store’s opening date has a special significance to Jordana. ‘It was the first of December in 2013 when I sold my first Clean Tea at the Byron Markets. It was also the day my husband proposed to me at the Lighthouse. It’s a very special day for us so there’s no better day to open our first retail store,’ she said.

Despite the success and growth of the family-run business,

Jordana Edwards in her boutique tea store Clean Tea

every tea is still hand-blended with care, love and pure organic ingredients.

‘Mums can enjoy pregnancy and breastfeeding safe teas, or indulge in a guilt-free treat with a chocolate tea. There are infusions for almost any ailment: help with digestion, getting a good night’s sleep or to boost immunity,’ said Jordana.

Local tea-lovers are invited to a special open day on Saturday 9 December with 30 per cent off all Clean Tea offerings, just in time for Christmas.

Picture the new food at the Picture House

By Vivienne Pearson

Cam is no stranger to performance. As well as having been A new operator of the Brunonstage in variety shows, kids’ swick Picture House kiosk is set entertainment and lip-syncing to add a dash of food-based competitions, he sees working showmanship. in hospitality as akin to being onstage. ‘The cafe floor, or bar, ‘With cabaret, circus, cinema is my stage,’ he says. and comedy in our Pandora’s box, we want our food to be Cam has put together a likeas exciting as our shows,’ says minded team. Front of stage will Picture House co-owner Brett be Jocelyn Martin as manager Haylock. and Samantha Fisher as chef.

‘Samantha comes from a funcSundays, previously running tions background so, as soon as as Homemade Jam, will have I mentioned the Picture House, a complete makeover without Jocelyn and Cam do the Yum Cha Cha. Photo credit she immediately had amazing losing the relaxed deliciousKate Nutt Photography. ideas of food to complement ness in the garden oasis that the diff erent events, ’ says Cam. Think fruit rockets and homemade locals have come to love. On offer will be yum cha but, being the Picture House, the dumplings will have a dramatic flair. The name, chocolate bars for kid events and oysters and roast beef tartlet canapés for Cheeky Cabarets. perhaps the cutest around, gives a hint: Yum Cha Cha. ‘Wall flower’ will not be part of the job description for staff. ‘No‘Our yum cha will be served in traditional bamboo steamers on one will work here if they’re not over the top,’ says Cam. ‘They’ll be very non-traditional red trollies by very non-traditional servers,’ wearing everything from drag to tuxedos.’ says co-owner Chris Chen.

Food is not the only change underway at Brunswick Picture This performance element will also be present in Picture House House. Pete Castaldi, a name that will be familiar to a generation food served before events and during private functions. ‘Expect of Triple J radio listeners, is joining the team as producer. Bringing spectacle, flourish, and the menu being as memorable as the his extensive experience in film and screen festivals, Pete will also acts,’ says Brett.

The owner of the new food venture is Cam Willis, known to many further develop the live performances. locals as owner of Footbridge Café (which will continue as usual). Not many know that Pete has also been a chef and restaurateur.

Cam, a regular Picture House audience member, is super-excited Though you are unlikely to see him active in the kitchen, this experience will further enhance the flow of ideas between food about becoming part of the Picture House team. ‘It is a unique and performance. commercial space in Bruns,’ he says. ‘To have the opportunity to serve people in that environment is out of this world.’

The new food venture is so new that it’s overall name (Yum Cha Cha being Sundays only) is still in development. Stay tuned – VEG there will be a long drum roll while options are carefully considAN & FOO GLU D AV TEN ered – see next week’s Echo for the big revelation.

AIL A FRE BLE E Brunswick Picture House: be the first to try the new food – before Cheeky Cabarets Friday 15, Sat 16 December and Yum Cha Cha Sundays from 17 December (3 sittings, no need to book). www.picturehouse.com / Facebook: @brunswickpicturehouse

Billi’s Indian Authentic

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The pigs with a million dollar view. Photo Jeff ‘That’s not fat that’s marbling’ Dawson.

The Byron Bay region is famed for its laidback lifestyle and beaches, but now it can add the east coast’s best pork to that list, thanks to John Singh from Byron Bay Pork.

Australian Pork Limited’s Steak Your Claim competition attracted entries from across the country and sought to find Australia’s best pork. Byron Bay Pork took out second place in the competition, with first and third awarded to Western Australian pig farmers.

‘They found the Byron Bay Pork, which had Berkshire marbling and had been fed a special mixed grain diet, was one of the best.

John Singh’s family have run pigs for many years, initially showing pure Landrace and winning trophies, selling the pork to local butchers and wholesalers.

However, John first began using Berkshires in 2000, when he was selling into the Japanese market, before introducing them for the domestic market in 2005. He found Berkshire pork met a demand for quality pork through people like Gerry Harvey’s Security Foods and Vic’s Meats, which supplied it to high-end restaurants.

Byron Bay Pork now uses an F1 (Landrace and Large White cross), crossed with Berkshire to make a good pork with Berkshire traits that’s more affordable.

Byron Bay Pork has 250 sows that are fed a diet formulated

by John Sprag that is a mix of grains and a bit of macadamia meal. Male pigs are castrated and the pigs are processed at Booyong. Byron Bay Pork has its own butchers, Byron Pork and Meats, and sells about 100 pigs per week, mostly to the Sydney market.

Judges said the pork had a little marbling and good even grain, and when cooked was sweet and tender, which was very pleasing for Byron Bay Pork’s John Singh.

‘Competitions like this are very important for us, as they help benchmark us against other products and, of course, help develop our brand,’ he said.

‘We have about 250 sows now and 80 per cent of our pork goes into the Sydney restaurant market, with the remainder sold locally. We’ve been using Berkshires for a while now, as people discovered that this pork is moist and with a more appealing texture.’

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Foxy Luu’s Asian street fusion

flavourful, fresh food.

Foxy Luu’s is the brainchild of husband-and-wife team Utku (aka Max) and Leilani Ayhan,* who saw the street-food concept fitting brilliantly with the modest dimensions of the venue. One month Story and photo by S Davey The food is Asian fusion into their operation a longtime local chef, Sheridan Casey (aka street eats and everything Shez), discovered their cuisine and loved it. is housemade. The Gua Bao Foxy Luu’s is a small eatery He explains: ‘I came in here to eat every day for a month because (Taiwanese loaded steamed with tonnes of personality and I loved the food, then I asked Utku if I could work here,’ which buns) are popular; each comes plenty of taste. Located on the worked out perfectly for Utku and Leilani, who had a new baby. with Asian herbs, sweet pickles, edge of the Woolies’ carpark, cucumber, a choice of meats or Foxy Luu’s serves lunch, dinner drinks and coffee as well as exconveniently located next to peditious takeaways. Look out for Yum Cha on Sundays starting tofu and special sauce. There The Cellar bottleshop (they from 10 December; $20 will give you a series of plates delivered to is also a choice of Vietnamese have a BYO licence), the first your table, including some off-the-menu treats, a bottomless cup rice-paper rolls, salad, gado sight of Foxy Luu’s is the viof green tea and a DJ spinning tunes. gado, a variety of dumplings brant Asian lanterns that sway *Utku and Leilani married three weeks ago – blessings and conand a delicious bone-broth over the outdoor seating. gratulations! soup of the day.

Local chef Sheridan Casey (aka Shez) liked the food The charm continues inside More info: Foxy Luu’s. Shop 4A North Byron (Woolies’) Plaza, and asked if he could work with recently married If you can, treat yourself to with Japanese fabric seat 90 Jonson St, Byron Bay. Next to the bottleshop. Open 7 days a dessert; the coconut and owner Utku Ayhan (aka Max) covers, a vintage Asian poster 11am–8.30pm. Facebook: Foxy Luus passionfruit panacotta was montage on one wall, a funky delightful. I took a seat near the kitchen and heard the chefs Geisha mural by Daniel Hend on another, the ceiling completely covered in oriental parasols, and the serving counter fashioned to drool-talking about food that they had made at home and tried around town; these guys are real food lovers and it shows in their look like a street-vendor cart complete with wheels.

Food Truck Tuesdays at Brewery

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

Local foodies are getting set to drop in to town and cook for us every Tuesday from 5pm all summer long! The Brewery will be hosting a new weekly event called Food Truck Tuesdays, with different vendors changing every week and offering a savoury favourite as well as a decadent dessert.

You can grab a bite to eat and, if you want, you can join the ‘Hit that Hit’ crew for Musical Bingo (‘we’re back in the Bay dropping beats not balls’) in the beer garden from 7.30pm.

More info: Byron Bay Brewery, 1 Skinners Shoot Rd, Byron Bay. Food Truck Tuesdays from 5pm during summer. www.byronbaybrewery.com.au

Local organic produce Gourmet deli unique selection of cheese & meat Home made delicious food

Dominic’s Restaurant reopens

old favourites from the past restaurant with a couple of new treats.

‘We’re just keeping it simple,’ said Dominic. ‘I like it simple. RunBy S Haslam ning a restaurant is hard work. At first, after we closed Dominic’s, I was really pleased to get a break from the long hours, but after a The end of this year is the 20th anniversary of the opening of Dominic’s restaurant. Dominic Arena closed The Italian restaurant a bit I started to miss it.’ couple of years ago and moved next door to The Terrace Café, but The late-night openings will be going on until the end of February says that ‘So many people have given me a hard time over the last 2018, letting everyone who used to visit Brunswick Heads, and the locals, relive the memories of their past times at the restaurant. two years, asking when I’m going to reopen the restaurant’.

Just to celebrate the special 20th-birthday milestone, on Friday and More info: Corner Fingal Street and The Terrace, Brunswick Saturday nights at 5–9pm Dom will be rolling out a selection of the Heads. Ph 6685 0400.

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BRUNSWICK HEADS

BALLINA

Ballina RSL Club

Grinders Coffee Giveaway

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

Members purchase coffee and cake for $8 or coffee and egg & bacon roll for $10 and go in the draw to win a Coffee Machine.

Commences 10 November.

Come in and try our new Grinders Coffee.

Bernardi’s Gelato & Espresso Bar

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

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Wharf Bar & Restaurant

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

Open 7.30am Daily.

Open till late Thurs–Sun Coffee, breakfast, lunch & dinner, functions & weddings. Fully Licensed.

12-24 Fawcett St, Ballina 6686 5259 / 6685 6011

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

BYRON BAY

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

6685 7502 IG - @slomojoes

BANGALOW

Butcher Baker Coffee / Breakfast / Lunch 7 days from 7am Dinner Friday & Saturday Nights 13 Byron Street, Bangalow 6687 2088

HAPPY HOUR every Friday & Saturday 5–6.30pm $12 tapas share plates and $5 tap beer & cider Offering a relaxed atmosphere in one of Bangalow’s beautiful heritage buildings, Butcher Baker has a fresh local menu, in-house bakery with freshly baked sourdoughs, sweet treats and fantastic local coffee. Fully licensed with Australian local craft beer on tap and a carefully curated wine list. www.butcherbaker.com.au @butcherbakerbangalow

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.

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

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!

Gourmet burgers created by chefs Cocktails, wine and beers served all damn day.

Group bookings available, please email mainstreetburgerbar@gmail.com for reservations.

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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

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

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

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

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

Fishheads

The Italian Byron Bay

7:30am till late Coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, functions and weddings.

Fully licensed.

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

St Elmo Dining Room & Bar Mon-Sat: 5pm till late.

Sun: 5pm till 10pm.

Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426

1 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7632

Success Thai

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.

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

3/109 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7798 www.facebook.com/ pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469

www.stelmodining.com

Foxy Luu’s

ASIAN STREET EATS

Fresh Asian street food served in:

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

Open Mon–Fri 6.30am– 4pm Sat–Sun 7am–4pm Corner of Fletcher St & Bay Lane, Byron Bay

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

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

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

Lunch Fri-Sun 12-3pm.

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Targa Modern European

The Empire Mon–Sat from 8am, Sun from 9am Nights Thurs, Fri, Sat Dine in and takeaway FB/Insta: EmpireMullum 20 Burringbar St, Mullum 6684 2306

Fresh Healthy Delicious

Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street

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

Elixiba Open times 11am–3pm Brunch & Lunch 5pm–Late Dinner Shop 10, Feros Arcade 23 Jonson St 6685 6845

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

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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.

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

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

FRESH PIZZA BYRON STYLE facebook.com/byron.legendpizza Scan code for our menu!

BYO Home delivery 7 days Established 1992

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Harvest

Fully licensed Dine In / Takeaway / Home Delivery Available

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

Call us today to start planning your Christmas celebrations!

6685 6011

NEWRYBAR

Hong Kong chef specialising in Chinese and Malay foods

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

BEACH FRONT CHRISTMAS PARTY

MULLUMBIMBY

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

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!

KINGSCLIFF

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_

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

We do special events functions.

BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management

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MEET 2016 AUSSIE COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR JACKIE LOEB IS A VERY FUNNY WOMAN. THIS CHARACTER-PLAYING COMEDY CHAMELEON FOUND HER FEET EARLY IN THE AUSTRALIAN AWARDWINNING SKETCH TV COMEDY SERIES FULL FRONTAL. LOEB HAS SOMETHING SPECIAL. SHE’S AN IMPRESSIVE CABARET SINGER AND MUSICIAN AND HAS THE KIND OF VOICE THAT EASILY HAS PEOPLE FRONTING TO SEE HER FOR THAT TALENT ALONE. In fact the other night in Sydney she did just that. ‘I did a cabaret show,’ she says, ‘ and it was really lovely doing show tunes. It was so much fun – it felt like home. It’s where I started.

I have this beautiful piano player and when I sing I feel like I really do shine. Being funny when you are a singer is a bonus!’

And man, Loeb is funny. I’m interviewing her but she’s arguing with herself. There’s barely an answer that she gives that she doesn’t heckle. This is how she thinks: the comedian brain constantly pulling the rug out of anything the straight-talking business, Jackie says.

Jackie tells me she’s a bit of a closet inventor, except unfortunately she has a habit of inventing things that are either already invented or outside the field of her expertise.

Like a desalinating water bottle. Perfect if you’re on a cruise and you get shipwrecked or lost at sea. ‘The only problem is that I don’t know anything about desalination. But I have bought a lot of water bottles,’ say Jackie.

For the past seven years Loeb has been living between Australia and LA, living the

comedian’s dream of forging a career in America.

It’s been a long-held dream of Jackie’s to find herself a part in a sit-com, and after years of slogging away, going to auditions, doing workshops, and living the full-swing LA life, she’s had a few wins.

‘Normally I would whinge and moan, which makes better comedy,’ laughs Jackie, ‘but I am happy and in a good head space; I have a new agent; I have booked two acting jobs; and earlier this year I had a role in a show called Superstore. Then I got booked for a film that will shoot next year. I am going back to LA with enthusiasm!’ first 20 years I really had nothing to talk about!

I am amazed I had anything to talk about at all! I feel like it’s only now that I am tapping into the good stuff. I talk more about my sexuality, which I never used to talk about, and I was really ambiguous about it; it’s not even exciting now.’

Being an actor/comedian in LA is a slog. ‘The novelty factor is zero,’ laughs Jackie. ’There are just so many more people out there wanting to do what I am doing!’

for Best Comedian. Being incredibly selfdeprecating and modest Jackie thought it was a joke, and they were going to give the award to someone else. They weren’t. It was hers.

Fortunately Jackie is good. Really, really good.

She seamlessly moves between standup and song, weaving her comedy into all the hard-toreach places. She has a special gift for comedic song, and self-deprecation is her gold. Just last year Jackie was recognised with the Mo Award

Although she started out more than two decades ago (something that appalls her!) she says that now she really thinks she has the stuff Loeb is in a relationship with a woman, to talk about that she never had before. something she describes by saying, ‘Being middle aged I had a revelation that the

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‘I love someone who is a lady and I share her clothes but I am more than that’.

Things have changed in both comedy and in Australian society so that conversations around relationships aren’t just focused on heterosexuality.

The recent same-sex marriage vote certainly bought it all home.

‘I was in America when it was happening and talking to a friend there who was really unsympathetic because she said they went through this 20 years ago. It’s just part of the process!

Although it was really hard. Going outside and seeing a big NO

in the skyline was pretty disgusting.’ Jackie admits to spending a bit of time screaming at the TV. So what does Jackie do in her downtime? You will find her on Facebook – although she is trying to cut back.

‘I’ve to douse myself with hand sanitiser after some big Facebook sessions. I realised that I don’t need to invest energy into people I don’t know. I don’t need to see people’s open wounds or get involved in people’s dogs’ being euthanised.

There are only so many times you can write “I am so sorry about your dog”; it’s sad but it’s a bit relentless.’

JACKIE LOEB HEADLINES AT THE BYRON SERVICES CLUB ON MONDAY 11 DECEMBER. SHE IS SUPPORTED BY UP-AND-COMING COMEDY STAR FROM THE PROJECT, THIS WEEK LIVE AND THE DRUM, MEL BUTTLE (LIKE A JUDITH LUCY/AMY SCHUMER LOVECHILD). MC IS MANDY NOLAN. TIX ARE $25/$30 AT THE DOOR, ONLINE AT MANDYNOLAN.COM.AU, OR CAN BE BOOKED ON 6619 0529.

THE WITCHES ARE COMING

EMBRACING THE KILLER Embrace all things naughty in a summer event to heat things up in style, Killer Fridays Style!

After such a great response and success with September’s Spring Fling we’re back to do it all again, only this time, a little bit better. Meet new LGBT friends.

Brunswick Picture House, Friday 7pm

In the dimly lit interior of a small nightclub, where the stale smell of a thousand extinguished cigarettes drowns out the smell of spilt beer and broken dreams, a band plays against a backdrop of cheap golden tinsel. Outside, palm trees line the night’s horizon. In the years to come, the streets will swell into highways and interstates, but for now Los Angeles is still a young city growing daily with transplants from across the United States, all looking for a new life. It’s still a city largely cut off from the rest of the country, and in the years before the Manson family forever tarnished the infinite hope of the western enclave and before the Hell’s Angels of Altamont interrupted rock’n’roll’s peaceful trajectory with unprecedented violence, there is still a dreamy California sound for those dark rooms suffused with neon light. The three women of LA Witch wouldn’t be born for several decades, but their sound transports you back to those warm Californian nights in smoky rooms.

The name is a partial misnomer. Though the band hails from Los Angeles, they do not partake in any sort of witchcraft. Yet

into the black audience, but I never, until about 20 years ago, started crossing over to the white audience. When I crossed over to the white audience, I didn’t have to dilute or cross out the black audience. Here’s why I’m saying that to you, because I’ve heard black guys say, “I’m gonna record like this so the white people can enjoy me or accept me. I’m gonna record like this, because this is what the white people want to hear.” But I was able to record what I felt and what I wanted to, and I hoped everyone would listen to it. It’s not a black and white issue with me. It’s about the music and the love of it.’

The blues Rush!

AMERICAN BLUES MUSICIAN COMPOSER AND SINGER BOBBY RUSH INCORPORATES ELEMENTS OF BLUES, RAP AND FUNK IN HIS MUSIC. BOBBY WAS BORN IN 1933, AND HIS MUSICAL CAREER SEEMED AS THOUGH IT WAS MEANT TO BE, WITH SOME OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL MUSICIANS OF THE DAY CROSSING HIS PATH. ‘I was born in a place called Haynesville, Louisiana, Houma, Louisiana,’ says Bobby. ‘I left in 1947 and came to Pine Brook, Arkansas, with my father who was a minister or pastor of the church. That’s where I met Elmore James, BB King, Ray Charles, people like those. Then in 1950 I met Howlin Wolf, and Muddy Waters, Little Walter, John Lee Hooker, Fats Domino. I met all these guys, and then

in 1952 I met Chuck Berry. We all went into Chicago to try to make some records, with the Willie Dixon, with the Magic Sam, Freddie King, to Luther Allison. All these guys was in Chicago.

In 1957, Buddy Guy came to Chess. In 1957, Etta James came. In 1953 Bo Diddley came, 1955, Elmore James came. And out of there, Willie Dixon, was already there. And

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their ability to conjure a specific time and place through their sound does suggest a kind of magic. On their eponymous debut album, LA Witch’s reverb-drenched guitar jangle and sultry vocals conjure the analog sound of a collector’s prized 45 from some short-lived footnote cult band. The melodies forgo the bubblegum pop for a druggy haze that straddles the line between seedy glory and ominous balladry; the production can’t afford Phil Spector’s wall-of-sound, but the instruments’

all of these guys that I knew, there is one guy now that’s left around, and he came in 1957: that’s Buddy Guy. I believe that I’m the oldest blues singer in this category who’s around today. I’m so thankful and so blessed to have people like you to call and want to do interviews on me. It’s my first time coming to Australia out of all of these times, all of these years. I’ve been up for blues

awards some 30-odd times. I won 18 or 19 times out of the 30-something. I’ve been up for a Grammy four times and won one. Here I am still in love with my music.’

Rush is a man who feels truly blessed. ‘I’m so excited about coming to Bluesfest that I might just jump off the building! How blessed could a man be! I have recorded 374 records. I’ve been a big artist

thank God for people like you, festivals like the festival in Australia, who think enough to invite me to the festival, and I’m on cloud nine.’

Rush knew he was a musician at just seven years old. It was his dream. He started out making $12 a month then finally made it to $3 a night.

Then he went to $5.50 and then $7 a night. ‘When I got to $10 a night I thought I was rich,’ he laughs.

Rush is heading to Bluesfest this year to play with his peers. It’s something he’s honoured to do. ‘I hadn’t planned to say it like this, but Rush is currently collaborating I’m gonna tell you that during with fellow Louisianan Buddy this festival in Australia put Guy. more – another 30 years – on ‘I just love Buddy Guy. I love my life. Let me tell you why, a lot of guys, but Buddy Guy because not only I’m playing just knocked me off my feet the festival, but I’ve got as long as I’ve been knowing Robert Plant on the show. I Buddy Guy. Here lately we don’t know what night he’s started talking and I just got, but he’s gonna be on the fell in love with his attitude, with his approach, with his same stage; Lionel Richie, and life. Because he had been people like that, and many ripped off for the things that other people. But these two he had done just like I have. guys, especially, just being Although, he had the club in the midst of these kind of in Chicago, Buddy Guy’s Legends, doing very well. But guys, and doing it in Australia too. Gosh, I don’t know he went through hell and high water just like I did, just nothing else I could ask for. to stay surviving.

Thanks for having me.’

Now, Bobby Rush and Buddy Guy, or Buddy Guy, Bobby Rush, are about the oldest blues men out here, black blues men, and we want to take advantage of it. And

BOBBY RUSH IS ONE OF THE FEATURED ACTS AT BLUESFEST 2018. FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION GO TO BLUESFEST.COM.AU.

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SEXISM’S BACKYARD

Hear that? That’s the sound of patriarchy falling. The thunder of the powerful being felled by the powerless. The scream of indignation of the perpetrator being called to account by the victim. The din of disbelief that the privelege party is over.

Patriarchy always knew this was going to happen. It’s why they wanted to keep us in the kitchen, on our knees with a Chux cloth in our hands, or on our backs, pregnant, penniless and dependent. Educated women, politicised women, women holding power, the introduction of legislation and laws to make our workplaces safe… one day that was going to create trouble for powerful predators who sit at the top of many of our big industries. Now we can sit back and watch the big men fall.

Sociopaths everywhere must be feeling nervous. All that arse they grabbed. That nice pussy they commented on. That tit they touched. Or talked about in tea rooms. All those bodies of women, girls and boys that they have felt entitled to because historically we have been their domain. ‘Why now?’ they ask.

Why didn’t people speak up twenty years ago? Ten years ago?

Two years ago? Well they have. Women have been speaking up for years, and guess what: they generally had to tell their

stories to other sociopathic sexually harassing men and no-one listened. Or they did listen but they weren’t believed. Or they did listen and they were believed, but they were just women and no-one cared. Or they spoke up and made themselves ‘trouble’ like gutsy Tracey Spicer did; they broke the code of silence; they stopped swallowing corporate cock so they got sacked. As women we have learnt to tolerate the groping hands and lascivious comments as part of workplace culture.

Women have long been told to cover up. To button up that blouse. What we wear on our bodies apparently is an invitation to be touched. When Don Burke was putting his hands up a co-worker’s skirt she was told ‘to wear jeans so he can’t get his hand up there’. That mindset sits neatly beside the deep-seated societal beliefs such as ‘she got raped because she wore a short skirt on a dark street’ that underwrites a culture that promotes violence and abuse. It’s no surprise that powerful people are being outed as abusers. Abuse is always about power. And in the past there has been a code of silence. Just ask the Catholic Church. But the foundations are being rocked. Women standing shoulder to shoulder, their stories crashing one after the other, detailing vile, abusive and despicable behaviour by people who knew better. In the US the spotlight of accountability fell on Harvey Weinstein, then Kevin Spacey, and then it turned out that comedian Louis CK wasn’t that funny after all. His narrative of masturbation onstage reflected his lived experience, where he had a penchant for cornering female colleagues cock in hand. Last week we heard about Don Burke, who has more than 50 people making serious allegations against him. Actor Geoffrey Rush is being called to account for his inappropriate behaviour at the Sydney Theatre Company during a production of King Lear in 2015. They deny it. They say they can’t remember.

Burke reckons he’s got Asperger’s. He’s definitely on the spectrum – the fuckwit spectrum. He’s full blown. It seems that

simple beauty provides an economic grace that renders studio trickery unnecessary; the lyrics seem more descendent of Johnny Cash’s first-person morality tales than the vacuous empty gestures of pre-fab pop bands. This isn’t music for the masses; it’s music for miscreants, burnouts, down-and-out dreamers, and obsessive historians.

guitar), Omar Lopez (bass guitar), Howard Smith (drums), and Adrian 'AK' Cisneros (keyboards and organ) who continue the legacy of Bob Marley & The Wailers’ music.

LA Witch was recorded at Hurley Studios in Costa Mesa and mixed in Highland Park, Los Angeles, though early incarnations of several songs from the album originally surfaced on limitededition singles released over the last several years. The band’s initial aspirations were humble.

JAY IS EXCITED AND INSPIRED

After touring nearly non-stop for the last three years, LA Witch developed a singularly seductive, haunting, and wistful sound that enamoured the garage rock, dream pop, psych, and broader indie communities.

Be witched at the Hotel Great Northern, 9pm Saturday.

THE WAILERS STILL HAVE IT

being rich, powerful and successful is no longer a condom for consequence. Powerful men are all catching a nasty dose of public accountability. It’s so embarrassing! Please don’t feel sorry for them. They have lived by the sociopath’s creed: ‘I was powerful and successful, I thought harassing, intimidating, bullying and assaulting people was part of my ride’. Feel sorry for the people they’ve treated like shit. And celebrate that they are finally being believed and supported. These men are dinosaurs. I look forward to a time when women archaeologists dig up Don Burke, hand outstretched about to goose someone.

‘This is the Burkesaurus from the fuckwit genus.’ ‘Do we take him to the museum?’ ‘No, it’s best he stays here. He belongs in the backyard.’ Then they bury him.

For a wail of a good time, see them at the Brunswick Hotel Friday, Saturday 9th.

After headlining the Uprising Festival in Fiji last weekend, as well as headlining some huge festivals in India and Nepal last month, Jay Hoad is bringing his incredible show to New South Wales for one weekend as he makes his way around the globe on his 2017 world tour. He’ll be performing at the Rails in Byron on Thursday.

This will be the only shows locally for quite some time with mostly other countries on the tour schedule for the next 12 months.

‘I’m so excited to be back in Australia, and especially excited to be back in this region,’ says Hoad. ‘I absolutely love the vibe of this area. And right now I’m feeling so excited and inspired after spending six weeks performing and studying eastern music with some of India’s and Nepal’s most well-known artists.’

See Jay on Thursday, The Rails.

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In 1974 when Bob Marley went solo, on the brink of international stardom, he surprised the music community by choosing an American-born lead guitarist, Al Anderson. It was Anderson's stunning lead work on such classics as No Woman, No Cry, and Three O’clock Road Block that first alerted rock fans to the Wailers’ music.

Anderson’s musical achievements with Bob Marley & The Wailers include the platinum-award-winning albums Live at the Lyceum, Babylon by Bus and ten-times platinum album Legend.

The Original Wailers received their own Grammy nomination in 2013 for their album Miracle, making it Anderson’s second Grammy Nomination. Al Anderson is the sole member of the Bob Marley & The Wailers mid-1970s lineup in the original Wailers.

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ENTERTAINMENT a special fundraiser concert in the Tatts Hotel Backroom on Saturday 9 December, with music from Europe, Australia and the Middle East. Furthermore, joining them for this concert will be three renowned musicians from the iconic Lismore outfit KaOZ Klezmer: Mark Bromley (double bass), Liora Claff (guitar and beautiful vocals) and Pietro Fine (clarinet, who also directs Orkeztar Lizmoré) will make a special appearance as KaOZtrio.

Many north coast folk may recall KaOZ Klezmer’s many performances from the late 1990s and through the early-to-mid 2000s. This concert on 9 December will be a unique chance to recapture the spirit of those performances with music from their diverse repertoire, with songs in Yiddish, Hebrew and English. While their music borrows heavily from Klezmer and Jewish tradition, there’s also the odd Bulgarian folk song or Arabic dance song in the mix.

HONK FOR 2018 Summer is just around the corner and that means one particular thing to the musicians of Orkeztar Lizmoré: It’s Honk time!

But what the hell does that mean? HonkOz! is a street music festival held in Wollongong every year since 2015, based on a similar festival in the USA that provides free music on the streets, with a focus on horns and percussion. (HonkOz is a fringe event of the long-running Illawarra Folk Festival.)

Lismore’s own gypsy-esque orchestra, Orkeztar Lizmoré (comprising musicians from all over the northern rivers, including several coastal residents, who meet and practise in Lismore) sent a small contingent to the HonkOz! festival in 2016. It seemed such a long way to go at the time but now they are truly addicted! They sent an even bigger posse down to the ’Gong in January this year and intend to return again next month.

musical unit; they also become instant members of several huge combined mass bands to perform throughout the festival and at the grand finale. Imagine being a lonely sousaphone player and suddenly finding you get to play with three other sousaphones… and 15 trumpets… and 12 saxophones… and nine drummers… and 14 violins… et cetera!

HonkOz! is a unique experience for musicians (especially horn players). Street bands from all over Australia play at the festival. Not only do they do several performances as their own

The OrkLiz contingent has been practising for their next tour to Wollongong in January 2018 and they’re ready to test out their current repertoire on a concert audience. They’ll present

The gig on 9 December begins at 1pm in the Tatts Backroom.

Children are welcome and all moneys raised will help the OrkLiz troupe to pay for their travels to Wollongong and their accommodation while they’re there. They are truly excellent ambassadors for the northern rivers/north coast region. Entry is by donation – pay what you can afford (recommended donation of $10).

Saturday at the Tatts Backroom, Lismore (entry by donation).

Stella’s Stories

STELLA KINSELLA HAS ALWAYS BEEN SOMETHING OF A RENAISSANCE WOMAN. SHE MAKES DOCUMENTARIES, SHE WRITES SCRIPTS, SHE PAINTS, SHE’S AN EDUCATOR, SHE’S A WRITER AND SHE’S A PERFORMER. IN THE LATE 90S STELLA WAS THE ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR FOR THE BYRON ECHO; SHE WAS ALSO THE DARK AND DISCERNING HALF OF THE COMEDY DUO THE QUEEN BS. While she was living in Byron, Stella became a wildlife carer and that sparked a deep passion for nature. In Wild Orphans, one of the two works of fiction Stella published this year, she creates a story for young readers to invoke their passion for the natural world.

grassroots story about the work of an army of people are doing and show that when it comes to conservation that it starts in their own backyard. I wanted them to understand the flora and fauna and show a practical experience of someone trying to help create a sustainable ecosystem.

‘Wild Orphans began life as a TV series that I adapted to a children’s novel a couple of years ‘I am worried,’ says Stella, ‘that conservation ago,’ says Stella. is becoming a brand or a watch-word and you need to realise it happens at a day-to-day ‘It’s an adventure book for young readers level; it’s about where you shop and what about native Australian wildlife, and tells the you buy. You can make changes in your own story of children caring for injured animals in world – even keeping native trees in your own their grandmother’s illegal wildlife sanctuary. backyard and allowing them to become the ‘The sanctuary is non-compliant with local territory of native animals. Humans have to council by-laws but the old lady does it come to understand that territory is not just anyway as she sees the desperate need the domain of humans.’ because of lack of habitat – she is defiant in the face of conservative views.’

Stella believes that her readers, aged 9–14, can manage more complex themes because kids are ‘incredibly discerning and understand darkness and light. They understand the difference and have a pretty good moral compass so it’s easy to write for them and you don’t need to dumb it down. When I wrote for the audience I wrote for them as if they were really smart!’

Stella believes that young people are open to the messages of conservation and devastation of the environment.

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Wild Orphans is especially targeted at the cotton-wool kids of urban Australia. ‘It also taps into the young female journey through puberty and into a sense of loss and inspires kids to be practical and informed and altruistic.’

Stella’s knowledge and passion for the natural world intensified when she took on the highly competed-for role as an animal educator at the Melbourne Zoo. ‘My experience at the zoo helped me do a lot of research and took me from a facevalue understanding to a deep and granular understanding of many species; it has been

like learning a new language and studying a PhD all at once. Working at the zoo has been an incredible privilege and an amazing engagement; it’s been really humbling because we continue to maintain humans at the head of the food chain and I am well past believing we are the top of the food chain; I think Trump has proven that!’

Last year Stella also published Poison Ivy, a work of adult fiction.

‘Writing Poison Ivy was so much fun,’ says Stella. ‘The book came as a direct result of writing screenplays and the frustration of that genre, which is pretty much like smashing your head on a brick wall every day. The story came about because I had accrued this information about Australia’s involvement in World War II owing to the work I did on Australians at the National War Film Archive.

I needed a repository for all this information that I had accrued and at the same time I developed a huge respect for the elder citizens of Australia who were part of that era.

I am an amateur history buff, so I put all of that together in a story with a strong female lead to tell that tale and to address issues affecting elder abuse in retirement villages and their stoic nature.’

Poison Ivy is a history/mystery with a contemporary spin: a funny whodunit full of wry social observations and a strong sense of urban geography.

Stella’s books are available at the Mullum Bookshop with the launch at 4pm on Thursday 18 January YOU CAN ALSO ORDER BOOKS AND FIND OUT MORE AT WWW.STELLAKINSELLA. COM.

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WE ARE YOUR FRIENDS Hailing from the UK, Henge are 7-piece space-ravers from Manchester and they are bringing their brand of PLUR*infused post-rave prog pop to perform exclusively at a few local venues. Fresh from performing the UK/EU festival circuit (Shambala, Blue Dot, Boa Bla), and their very own regular crazy club event Space Cassette, Henge are primed and ready for OZ, and they want to be your friends. Their music is laced with the essential principles of the PLUR ravers’ code: *PEACE LOVE UNDERSTANDING + RESPECT Brunswick Picture House Saturday from 7pm.

HERE TODAY… Byron Youth Theatre cast members are looking forward to sharing their last production for 2017 community audiences on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 December at the Drill Hall Theatre, Mullumbimby. Gone Tomorrow, funded by Northern Rivers Community Foundation and with financial assistance from Cunning Stunts, is a linear play that looks at the devastating effects of youth suicide, how compounded mental health challenges can severely affect young people, and how and where to access help.

NOEL AND LIAM DO IT FOR DEAN

As indifference turns to anger, Mark hits the hustings to tickle and provoke – if not a riot, then dancing.

‘We have been through a huge process developing this production,’ shares director Lisa Apostolides.

BYT members have interviewed people affected by suicide, shared their personal experiences with mental health issues, as well as conducted supported research with Headspace, Beyond Blue, Black Dog, Social Futures, Peter Chown (psychologist), Open Minds, Well Ways and the Mental Health Association of NSW. Script development advice was sought from several of these organisations.

The production will include live music performed by cast members and a mixture of realistic and stylised scenes.

‘We really hope the community support this production by coming to see a performance. It is so important for all of us to become more aware of the issues that can lead to suicide, and assist each other in getting help,’ says BYT cast member Oberon.

For Dean Lewis, it all really started when he was sitting with his younger brother years ago and his dad put on a DVD called Oasis Manchester Live 2005. ‘I remember watching Liam Gallagher walk out with this hat and red jacket and watching him with Noel; they were just the coolest guys ever. I spent the next five years watching every Oasis video; Noel Gallagher basically taught me how to write songs.’

Dean’s Oasis obsession also stirred some older musical memories in him, as his newfound lust for rhythm and melody took him back to the sounds of his childhood. ‘Some of my earliest memories are of my dad showing my brothers and me his guitars and telling us when we’re old enough he’ll give them to us,’ says Lewis. ‘My dad is a massive music fan. He had a big CD collection and was always playing The Beatles, Oasis or Van Morrison.’ As he began to feel his way into creating and crafting his own music, Dean continued to be inspired by mostly UK artists – Richard Ashcroft, The Kooks and, more recently, Catfish and The Bottlemen. ‘I’m just obsessed with his songwriting,’ Dean states. ‘It’s so simple and melodic. He doesn’t overthink it, and that inspires me.

But more recently it’s certain songs that I get obsessed with.

I consume music obsessively but it’s kinda focused. I’ll be so inspired by a song, then listen to it on repeat and only want to listen to that one song!’

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BYT members wish to thank the Mental Health Association of NSW, Wellways and Open Minds for funding their production Mind Made Me, which they performed at Lismore City Hall and the Drill Hall, Mullumbimby, recently. ‘The response was amazing,’ says cast member Lae. ‘The audience were really moved and touched by each scene. I learnt a great deal doing this production and our company has become even closer.’

Expect banter, singing, fiscal rectitude… full-costed silly buggers that strays close to common sense!

Alternative Prime Minister plays Sydney before coming to Mullum.

We all know we need an alternative PM, but who among us would want the gig? Well, sometimes stuff gets so bad, even those of us manifestly unfit for public office have to take one for the team. Join Mark’s cabinet and help him create a Country Worth Living In, using nothing but a hula hoop, Venn diagram and barbecue tongs.

Half the $20 ticket price to Beata, Mengistu and the crew working with refugees and asylum seekers in Dutton St, Dutton Park, at the Romero Centre https://romero.mercycs.org.au/.

They do valuable work for people left to fend for themselves in our allegedly civilised society – providing food, counselling, legal referrals and more.

Mark performs in a tasteful Hugo

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This event will be on at the Drill Hall Theatre, Mullumbimby, Saturday at 2pm and 6pm and Sunday at 6pm.

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WITH LILITH RETRO MERCURY IN THE SIGN OF FIERY TONGUES FOR THE NEXT THREE WEEKS CAN ACTIVATE A WORLD OF REACTIONS, REGRETS AND REMORSE, SO THINK ALTERNATIVE RE WORDS: RETREAT, REPEAT, RECONSIDER, RELATE AND ABOVE ALL RELAX… ARIES: Communication during Mercury’s retrograde phase can be confusing, usually owing to misunderstanding. You don’t like having to repeat yourself, but this week’s crossed wires make it worth the effort. And with seasonal stress already a given, no need to up the ante by inviting it in for a drink and a whinge.

LIBRA: Venus in Sagittarius brings a carefree balance of community partying and merry shindigs to retro Mercury’s edgy, contentious seasonal shopathon. Which is best approached with optimism, generosity and a spirit of fun rather than as an unavoidable burden.

A week to include diverse viewpoints and opinions in the festive mix.

TAURUS: As Venus leaps into Sagittarius for some extravagant holiday shopping, Mercury tosses in complications just for the fun of it. Yes, others will bitch and criticise while you search for workable alternatives, suggesting your guiding verb for this week could well be the fabulous English word coddiwomple, meaning purposefully travelling towards a vague destination.

SCORPIO: If this week finds you in take-no-prisoners mood with fraught and fractious end-of-year urgencies, it’s time to get your legendary self-control doing its thing. With communication glitches omnipresent, arguing’s an unprofitable exercise; use energy more efficiently by confirming arrangements, backing up electronics and rechecking plans.

GEMINI: Following funloving, light-hearted Gemini full moon attracting charismatic newbies into your orbit, this week’s Mercury retrograde also suggests contacting people you haven’t seen in a while – but keep in mind differences of opinion can be sharp and harsh during this speedy, angsty period. Practise safe speech by pausing before you talk.

SAGITTARIUS: V e n u s joining Sun, Mercury and Saturn in Sagittarius makes for a powerful planetary quartet bubbling over with energetic bounce and push. But you know your constitutional tendency to overdo it, so when you come up against restrictions and setbacks, take notice of retro Mercury’s message to rein in that wild brumby.

CANCER: The pre-xmas leadup can be a bit of an obstacle course, especially if earlyweek’s full moon fuelled domestic disagreements or misunderstandings. Let midweek moon in your own sensitive sign soothe the pressures and tensions of being dependent on others. This isn’t a time to be making big changes.

LEO: This week could see promises inflated and estimates exaggerated, with late-week Leo moon inclining you towards big ticket buys. Make sure return policies are solid in case of post-purchase dissonance. When people don’t agree with you, it’s wiser to adapt than persist.

And never forget that delays can work in your favour.

VIRGO: Mistakes happen more often in stressy cycles, so downplay the frustrations of your planet ruler Mercury’s retrograde with patience towards yourself and others if something needs rearranging or renegotiating. Don’t let small disappointments and miniglitches spoil your week’s enjoyment. Put obligations on hold occasionally and do something unexpected, spontaneous.

CAPRICORN: Saturn continues winding up its three-year sojourn in your house of completion this week. But of course as one story approaches its close, another one starts up. If the hectic round of social obligations doesn’t wildly appeal right now, then accept retro Mercury’s excellent invitation to rejig commitments and reconsider holiday plans.

AQUARIUS: Everyone’s in a rush and taking things for granted, but as the saying goes: Don’t count your Xmas chickens before they’re hatched. Hasty words or behaviour can have eruptive repercussions, so start applying the brakes while you still can. Ease unbudgeable, no-win situations by being flexible and inventive.

PISCES: Pisceans are known for their poetic side, and might find this week’s quotation from the Indian mystic Kabir useful: I felt in need of a great pilgrimage, so I sat still for three days…

This week of contradictory impulses and oppositional opinions has intuitive clues and useful cues for those who are listening…

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STOP ADANI!

Mark toured Dad. Joke. and How Deep Is Your Love? all over Australia. They led him to host Studio 10 with Ita Buttrose and on to Late Night Love with Philip Adams. His play Water Falling Down showed at QTC in Brisbane and B Street, Sacramento.

Mark took Jeremy Boutsakis to Edinburgh in 2007. He moved to Mullum in 2013, is a director of the fabulous Spaghetti Circus, company secretary at Enova Energy and the proud MC of Mullumgrad’s leading all-male Russian choir Dustyesky.

Let him know if you’d like to chat, run a by-election or conduct an unnecessary postal survey together.

A bonkers friend also made some Alt PM badges. We’ll sell them at the gig to raise a few more bob for the Romero Centre. Should raise at least a dollar, maybe two.

Mullum Ex-Services, Thursday 7.30pm.

Guarding the Galilee is a 30-minute documentary on the battle to stop the biggest coal mine in Australian history, the Adani Carmichael Project. The documentary screening, narrated by The Castle’s Michael Caton, is about the epic fight to stop the Adani mine.

Speakers on the night will be Mandy Nolan and Tony Barry and there will be a performance by Sophia Fletcher.

HALLELUJAH!

Regent Cinema, Murwillumbah, Wednesday 13 December, 7pm.

INSIDE OUT Public Act Theatre presents Inside Out, an end-of-term showcase performance.

Public Act Theatre is at the end of their sixth 10-week course, which aims to empower women through theatre.

The performance is a mix of ensemble and individual pieces using movement, song, poetry, text and image.

It’s the festive season once again, and Dynasty8 Chamber Choir and friends are presenting a concert of uplifting music that has been written specifically for this time of year.

Whatever your religious, spiritual or secular beliefs, the music in this concert will allow for a moment of reflection and peace in these strange and turbulent times.

The program includes carols for choir and recorder consort, Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols and the Hallelujah chorus from Handel’s Messiah.

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The show is on Wednesday 1 December at 7pm at the Byron Theatre.

KIDS GET FUNNY WITH MANDY For years comedians have made jokes about how funny kids are. And sure, they are. They say some pretty hysterical stuff.

But what do kids actually think about adults? About our hypocrisy? About our rules? About how we run the world? Find out what the world looks like from a kid’s perspective when comedian and mother of five Mandy Nolan presents Funny Kids — a 2-hour standup comedy spectacular that features 20 kids, aged 8–12, all performing their first standup comedy routines.

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BY JOHN CAMPBELL

THE MAN WHO INVENTED CHRISTMAS

If you are familiar with Charles Dickens’s two timeless novels, Oliver Twist and Great Expectations (which is irreplaceably in my all-time top ten – A Tale of Two Cities I had to read at school, which blinded me to its worth), you might have trouble aligning Dan Stevens’s at times flippant portrayal of the 19th century’s prolific writer/speaker/ polemicist with the man who is presented in the archives. For a start he hasn’t got that scraggly goatee. In director Bharat Nalluri’s depiction of Dickens, there is also a jokiness that is similar to that of Joseph Fiennes’s flighty Bard in Shakespeare in Love (1998) – not that there is anything wrong with breaking the mould owned by academia's dry sobriety.

It is 1843 and, following a triumphant tour of America, Dickens has had little success with his most recent works. In October of that year, under pressure from his publishers, who are dangling before him a much-needed advance for a new manuscript, and supported by his friend and confidante John Forster (Justin Edwards), who encourages and prods

him to properly understand his characters (especially Ebenezer Scrooge), Dickens puts pen to paper and embarks on A Christmas Carol. In a screenplay by Susan Coyne that is mirthful without ever losing sight of the serious intent of the message that Dickens was sending to his readers, humour is evenly balanced with the stress of his being a husband supporting a large family. Even better, the story delves deep into the creative process, as we see the writer overpowered by the people whom he has brought to life through the words on his pages – especially in the case of Scrooge (Christopher Plummer, Methuselah of the silver screen). Drawn back to the bottom line, Dickens taps into his own deprived youth as a factory worker. The title of the movie might be overstating the impact that Dickens had on the festive season, but that Christmas has degenerated into a month of carnal, mindless consumerism is our problem, not his.

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Little Auggie (Jacob Tremblay) was born with a congenital condition that, even after twenty-seven operations, has left him with a sadly messed-up face. Lucky for him, he lives in a luxurious New York brownstone with parents Nate and Isabel (Owen Wilson and Julia Roberts), who are the nicest people in the world. It’s easy to be flippant if you have not been cursed by disfigurement (‘winning the lottery of life in reverse’), so I would not wish to pretend for one minute that I was not deeply affected in a choked-up, heart-swelling way by this movie. Writer/director Stephen Chbosky also gave us The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012), so I should have known to expect something more perceptive, more generous in its humanity than what is par for the course in a mainstream tearjerker. Crunch time comes for Auggie when he is enrolled to start middle-school after being taught at home for years by his mum. Not surprisingly, the rest of the kids treat him as a freak and the

film is primarily concerned with how Auggie deals with it – being accepted for who we are, regardless of what we look like, is a theme that anyone can relate to (is ostracism of the ‘other’ worse now, in an age obsessed with image?

Or was it ever thus?). And there is more to it than just that, as Chbosky gives equal time to those in Auggie’s orbit who are also affected by the problem he must overcome. The story concerning his sister Olivia (Izabela Vidovic), often overlooked because of her brother’s special needs, is in every way as endearing.

The casting is perfect, right down to Daisy the dog, the sentiment rightful and unabashed, the romance between Via and Justin (Nadji Jeter) as sweet as a peach and the climax awesomely lachrymose. Having been worn down by its countless previews, I went along ready to mock and scoff, but in the end I was completely won over. ‘We all deserve a standing ovation, at least once in our lives.’ Go see it.

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THURSDAY 7 HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON FRIEND ZONE RAILWAY HOTEL 7PM JAY HOAD BEACH HOTEL 8.30PM JOSH LEE HAMILTON WOODY’S SURF SHACK 8PM CHEF DE PARTY & FRIENDS BALCONY BAR 7PM TIM STOKES STICKY WICKET BAR PM OOZ TREEHOUSE 7.30PM PAT TIERNEY MULLUMBIMBY EX-SERVICES CLUB MULLUM 7.30PM ALTERNATIVE PRIME MINISTER POINCIANA 7PM LIVE GYPSY JAZZ BANGALOW BOWLO 6PM SALSA

FRIDAY 8 HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BLEACH GIRLS, THE SQUIDLICKERS, AUGUSTA, STIFF NIPS RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM BLUES ARCADIA BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 5PM DU’EAST DUO 9PM PINK ZINC APEX PARK, BYRON 6.30PM CAROLS BY THE SEA BYRON BAY BREWERY 7.30PM BAY COLLECTIVE SESSIONS LUSCIOUS FOODS CAFÉ, BYRON 6PM STEVE MANOA STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON 9PM LOCAL DJS 9.30PM BENJAMIN WALSH THE SUN, BYRON ARMITAGE TREEHOUSE, BYRON 7PM JESSE MORRIS BAND WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 9PM LIVE MUSIC PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 6.30PM JOSH HAMILTON MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM KRAPPYOKEE POINCIANA, MULLUMBIMBY 5PM LOUNGE SESSIONS WITH RESIDENT DJ ST MARTIN’S HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 12.30PM ECSTATIC TEMPLE DANCE

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CABARITA BEACH SPORTS CLUB 7.30PM LIVING IN THE 70S TWIN TOWNS JUNIORS, TWEED HEADS 5PM DAVE CAVANAGH CURRUMBIN RSL 4PM ACOUSTIC SESSIONS KYOGLE BOWLING CLUB 6.30PM WOMEN LIKE US WITH MANDY NOLAN & ELLEN BRIGGS

SUNDAY 10 HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON DEAN LEWIS RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM CHEYNNE MURPHY BAND BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 4.30PM THE FERAMONES, 8PM DJ DAVE DOG BYRON GOLF CLUB 4PM LIVE MUSIC BALCONY BAR, BYRON 3PM NICK CUNNINGHAM TREEHOUSE, BYRON 1PM SUNDAY SESSION DJS THE SUN, BYRON JON J BRADLEY CLUB MULLUM, MULLUMBIMBY 4PM STORIES OF PLACE, STORIES OF HOPE WITH JENNI CARGILL-STRONG DRILL HALL THEATRE, MULLUMBIMBY 6PM GONE TOMORROW: BYRON YOUTH THEATRE MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 3PM JAM POINCIANA, MULLUMBIMBY 11AM SUNDAZE WITH RESIDENT DJ BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 9AM HOMEMADE JAM 3PM FUNNY KIDS STAND UP COMEDY WITH MANDY NOLAN HOTEL BRUNSWICK 4PM TAY OSKEE WITH MIA DYSON BILLINUDGEL HOTEL 12PM EPIC FUNDRAISER FOR TANYA MCINTYRE LENNOX HOTEL 2.30PM SOFI 4PM TAY OSKEE CLUB LENNOX 4PM SEBASTIAAN

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MONDAY 11 HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON DAN CLARK RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM HAYLEY GRACE BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8.30PM 4’20' SOUND REGGAE NIGHT BYRON SERVICES CLUB 7PM JACKIE LOEB, WITH MEL BUTTLE AND MC MANDY NOLAN WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM REGGAE AFTERPARTY BALLINA RSL 7PM SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE B-SPACE, BALLINA 5PM JAM NIGHT

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INDEX Accountants & Bookkeepers ......................................61 Acupuncture .......................................................................61 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration .............................61 Antennas & Installation ................................................61 Antiques / Restoration ..................................................61 Appliance Repair ..............................................................61 Architects .............................................................................61 Automotive .........................................................................61 Aviation ................................................................................61 Bathroom Renovations .................................................61 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters........................61 Bricklaying ..........................................................................61 Building Trades .................................................................62 Bush Regen & Weed Control .......................................62 Carpentry & Joinery........................................................62 Carpet Cleaning ................................................................62 Chimney Sweeping .........................................................62 Chiropractic ........................................................................62 Cleaning ...............................................................................62 Computer Services ..........................................................62 Concreting & Paving .......................................................62 Decks, Patios & Extensions..........................................62 Dentists .................................................................................62 Design & Drafting ............................................................62 Digital Fabrication...........................................................62 Driveway Maintenance .................................................62 Earthmoving & Excavation..........................................62 Electricians ..........................................................................63 Fencing..................................................................................63 Floor Sanding & Polishing ...........................................63 Garage Doors .....................................................................63 Garden & Property Maintenance .............................63 Garden Design...................................................................63 Gas Suppliers .....................................................................63 Glaziers .................................................................................63 Guttering..............................................................................63 Handypersons ...................................................................63 Health ....................................................................................63 Hire..........................................................................................63 Jewellers ...............................................................................63 Kitchens ................................................................................63 Landscape Design ...........................................................63 Landscaping ......................................................................64 Laundry/Linen Delivery Services .............................64 Lawnmower Repairs .......................................................64 Lighting ................................................................................64 Locksmith ............................................................................64 Osteopathy .........................................................................64 Painting ................................................................................64 Pest Control ........................................................................64 Photography ......................................................................64 Physiotherapy ...................................................................64 Picture Framing ................................................................64 Plastering.............................................................................64 Plumbers ..............................................................................64 Podiatry ................................................................................64 Printing & Copying Services .......................................64 Removalists.........................................................................65 Roofing..................................................................................65 Rubbish Removal .............................................................65 Scrap Metal Merchants .................................................65 Septic Systems...................................................................65 Sewing & Alterations......................................................65 Solar Installation ..............................................................65 Swimming Pools ...............................................................65 Tiling ......................................................................................65 Tree Services ......................................................................65 Upholstery...........................................................................65 Valuers ..................................................................................65 Veterinary Surgeons ......................................................65 Water Filters .......................................................................65 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning .....................................65 Welding .................................................................................65 Window Tinting .................................................................65

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

CLEAN AS IT’S BEEN TEAM Home, Bond back, anytime, references ...................................66882372 DONE & DUSTED CLEANING Going the extra mile, professional, dependable...............0498 731447 DETAILED STEAM CLEANING Natural products. Bathrooms, kitchens, spring cleans .0410 723601 AIRBNB HOSTING SERVICES Cleaning, linen, restocking, bookings.............................0410 630042 BYRON & BEYOND CLEANING Brunswick to Ballina & inland towns from $35ph........0451 102239 GREEN ROCKET CLEANERS Excellent service, reliable, efficient. Home. Bond. Builders Clean..0405 437431 CLEAN AS A WHISTLE Consistently good work. Home and office ..............................................0403 585741

COMPUTER SERVICES

)UHH 4XRWH – &DOO 1RZ

Jai – 0467 482 948

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

EARTHMOVING PLANT HIRE Roadworks incl Driveways, Carparks & General Excavation 35 years in local area • Free quotes

Phone Jeremy 0409 146 052

(02) 6684 1001

Green & Clean

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

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

Phone Oliver 0419 789 600

SPECIALISING IN PRESTIGIOUS PROPERTIES

Truck Mounted Machine

PLATINUM CONCRETE 20 years experience. Free quotes. Lic 225874C. Justin ..............0458 773788

Pressure cleaning Roof cleaning

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

CARPET CLEANING

JASON COOTE CONCRETING All concreting work, form work, steel fixing Lic 261424C ......0421 957506

Quality Exterior Refinishing

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

Free property assessments and quotes.

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

DARYL 0418 234 302 OR 02 6680 1793

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

BUILDER CARPENTER Extensions, renos, new homes, insurance, all jobs. Lic 19953 .......... 0403 458177

BUSH REGENERATION & WEED CONTROL

Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting.

• Residential Civil Industrial.

• Resurfacing and rejuvenation of existing concrete.

• Steel fixing & formwork.

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

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All Mac Repairs, Upgrades, Service, Data Recovery, Internet Set-up, Hardware Sales, Insurance Claims SaulMordaunt@macdoc.net.au

0411 562 111 s

Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours

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

Commercial / Domestic / Insurance

0431 122 057

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

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

Apple Certified Support

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CHIROPRACTIC BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay ..............................66855282 WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman...66858553 MICHAEL SCHWAGER 108 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby ...................................................66841962 MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC Massage, chiropractic & fitness. 110 Dalley St .........................66841028 BYRON BAY CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE Bruce Campbell. 1/12 Tasman Way, A&I Estate ....66858159 CAPE BYRON HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC Shane Eade. 6/14 Middleton St .....................0467 660323 RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ....................................................................66844335 DISCOVER CHIROPRACTIC Saturdays too! online bookings: discover-chiropractic.com ..66808400 WORKRIGHT COMPUTER SUPPORT Mobile service. For Home & Business .................0422 804449

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TINY EARTHWOR Philip Toovey

0409 799 909

various implements available for limited access projects

EARTHMOVING & PLANT HIRE 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

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

0410 056 228 / 0427 663 678

STEVE BROWN EARTHMOVING Specialising in road repairs & driveways Rock walls, clearing, house shed and tank pads.

Augers – hole boring. All general earthworks, excavators, positrack, bobcat, roller and tipper hire.

Ph: 6684 0160 Mob: 0439 840 160

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Service Directory 5.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR, POSITRACK & TIPPER HIRE Specialising in road works, land clearing, retaining walls and general earthworks.

Augers and rock grab available.

EXPERIENCED OPERATORS | FREE QUOTES 0432 299 283 NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65hp chain trencher, mini excavator, cable locating...0402 716857

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

GARAGE DOORS

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

LICENCE NO:175956C ABN: 03 113 342 699

STRONGARM LANDSCAPING & GARDEN MAINTENANCE Acreage mowing..............0402 917519 MGI mowing services, acreage, large area & domestic mowing. All landscape maint ...0439 783557

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

AAA LAWNMOWING Reliable. Please phone Ray..........................................................0468 814547 PRESTIGE ACREAGE CARE Acreage mowing specialist ...............................................0490 023964

BANGALOW MINI DIGGER SERVICE Exp operator 1.8 tonne multiple attachments .....0413 878978

GARDEN DESIGN

BYRON BAY BOBCAT & TIPPER HIRE Driveways, rubbish removal. Ian.......................0412 853479

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

CHOPPY’S BOBCAT & TIPPER HIRE Fully insured. Stump grinder, augurs avail. Col Barton ..0418 991747

GAS SUPPLIERS

ELECTRICIANS Free Delivery

24 HOUR SERVICE AH

02 66 804 173 All Jobs Small or Large

Domestic Commercial

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

GLAZIERS

24/7 EMERGENCY GLASS 0415 660 801

JAMIE 0408 809 817 licence no. 201775c

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

nichollselectrical@outlook.com

Proudly supporting the Orangutans

• Garden & Property Maintenance • Acreage & Residential Mowing • Landscaping • Tip Runs

info@byronbayranga.com ~ www.byronbayranga.com

Lic. 211410C

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

Byron Gardening

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

0434 329 111 | byrongardening.com.au

CIRCUITS PLUS For everything electrical. Friendly & professional. Lic 201844C.............0422 668582

Luke McDermott

• Acreage & Residential Lawnmowing • Property Maintenance & Gardening Services • Rubbish Removals, Storm Cleanup • Light Chainsawing • Brushcutting/Edging • Hedging/Blowing

CHRIS APPEL. Ocean Shores. Lic EC 22349.....................................................................0422 607444 JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C..............0415 126028 SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477 NEW ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES Electrician & solar. Level 2 ASP meters u’g. Lic 219161C...0419 556639

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

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

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

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

THF SERVICES GUTTER CLEANING and home maintenance .......................................0402 019625

HANDYPERSONS A TO Z HANDYMAN SERVICES Tip runs, pressure cleaning, gardening, odd jobs ....Andre 66847553 or 0439 495247 A.S.A.P. All renos, carpentry, plastering, painting, studios & bathrooms .......................0405 625697 HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ......................................... 66884324 or 0476 600956

JP ELECTRICAL Level 2 ASP Under-g/O-head lines, Pwr poles, Solar. Lic 133082C ........0432 289705

FENCING

BYRON GLASS & ALUMINIUM Home, Shop & Office. 24 hr/7 days. Lic 313329C ..............66808123

JTC Gutter Cleaning www.rightasrainservices.com.au Pressure/window ..................0402 384682

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

BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ............................0429 033801

Mirrors • Security doors and screens Shower screens • Commercial glazing

GUTTERING & DOWNPIPES Leaf Guard. Lic 60414C. Darryl Patterson .........................0414 889453

• Structural landscaping • Hedging • Planting, turf laying, and all aspects of garden maintenance

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

6685 8588

0431 550 401

0497 413 344 • www.charlibearlawncare.com

0458 267 777

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609

DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753

Reliable

Lic: 154293c

0439 624 945

Locally Owned Est 18 years

No Rental

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

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

AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic. Wayne...............................0423 218417 THE HANDYMAN CAN All home maintenance, repairs, painting, odd jobs etc .............0427 110953 RELIABLE HANDYMAN SERVICES Michael ...........................................66844970 or 0405 325569

HEALTH • 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 MASSAGE Present, nurturing and loving. Female therapist. Ocean Shores....................0429 535304

HIRE MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more ........................www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003 BYRON HIRE Building & home handyman equipment hire ........ www.byronhire.com.au 66856228

Frameless and Semi-Frameless

GLASS POOL FENCING

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

Contact Vadi: 0404

978 383

byronlawnranger@gmail.com

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

KITCHENS

www.byronlawnranger.com

Byron and Beyond FENCING

0416 424 256

SHAUN LEMURA KITCHENS Byron 20 yrs+ exp Lic 290290C www.slbyronbay.com ...0499 771769

BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0416 424256

ABOVEBOARD KITCHENS, BATHROOMS & ALTERATIONS Lic 80677C ...................0415 661814

EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service ............................. 66771852 or 0432 107262

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery. Lic 283553C. www.hinged.com.au ....................... Dave 0409 843689

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

The Floor Sander NEW AND OLD FLOORS AND DECKING • Non-toxic finishes • Free quotes

Richard Neylan 0407 821 690 Email richardneylan1@bigpond.com

MULLUM.MOWING@gmail.com. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Peter................0423 756394 GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured ... 66841778 or 0405 922839 A-Z Lawns & acreage, trees & hedges, clean ups & tip runs, all gutters ..........................0405 625697 A.C.E. LAWNMOWING & GARDENING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed.............Sam 0438 655763 LEAF IT TO US Acreage mowing, 72” mowers, gardening/property maint. specialists ...0402 487213

Qualified Structural Landscaper

Lic 308722C

Landscape Design Retaining Walls Decks Pergolas Paving and more providing excellent service and quality work

Dylan

0409 785 584

otr.creativelandscaping@gmail.com

MOW JOES Lawn & property maintenance, ride-on mowing. Fully insured ..........Steve 0407 065849 BEAU JARDIN We design & build beautiful gardens www.beaujardin.com.au Lic 177274C ...0417 054443

NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco oils, hard wax oils & water-based finishes. Nathan .............0420 215716 NICK’S MOWING Lawns, edges, hedges, local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O.Shores.......0402 487213 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Garden Design & Property Planning. Andrew Pawsey ..........0478 519804

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PAINTING

PHOTOGRAPHY

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

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

BYRON BAY

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983

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

Shaun Savage Landscapes

0438 784 226 â&#x20AC;˘ 6685 4154

Established 2008 ~ Lic No: 247282c

Lic No 189144C

ALL-WAYS PAINTING

Tree Faerie Fotos

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

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

PHYSIOTHERAPY BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, mat for reformer pilates.

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

Kim Snellgrove, Cally Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara ................................................................................................66872330

20 Years Experience

466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288

NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday

0405 594 288

NEW ERS OWN

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

Soil Mulch Gravel Cracker Dust Road base

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

Bulk and bagged fire wood

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

Call for delivery prices and we will do a deal

0266 804555

landscaping supplies

18 Lucky Lane Billinudgel Industrial Estate

YVES DE WILDE

www.duluxaccredited.com.au

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

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

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

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

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

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

PICTURE FRAMING

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

BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel ........................66803444 MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10 ............................0403 734791

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BUSH ROCKS All sizes / mossy, can deliver. Ron ...................................... 66298208 or 0429 398208

LAUNDRY / LINEN DELIVERY SERVICES

LAUNDRY

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

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

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

Professional Linen Hire

&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

The ďŹ nishing touch to your home

mwoplingpainting@hotmail.com

NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

Chay 0429 805 081 20 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE

AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 BAY AREA PAINTING Lic No 289979C. Free quotes .......................................................0405 609598

98 Ballina Street, Lennox Head

www.linenontherun.com.au

24 years experience

QUALIFIED â&#x20AC;˘ INSURED â&#x20AC;˘ LOCAL â&#x20AC;˘ FREE QUOTES

Mob: 0409 451 518

AirBnB â&#x20AC;˘ Holiday Accomm â&#x20AC;˘ Business Delivered Daily Mon-Sat 8.30-5pm

ABN 31 490 733 798 LIC 203196C

Painting & Decorating Accredited

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

PLUMBERS

Mark Wopling

OPEN EVERY DAY

ABN 48867459605 Lic 33995C

PAINTER

SHANE TURNER LANDSCAPES 25 years exp. Creative & reliable..................................0418 688171

PLASTERING CONTRACTOR DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

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DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION www.varendorfflandscapes.com Lic 39791 ...6845035 or 0414 842602 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853

PLASTERING

Licence No. 207479C

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

Lic 167371C

0455 333 393

LAWNMOWER REPAIRS

ROOF PAINTING Repair, clean, repaint metal roofs from $1950. Lic 237105C ..............0414 587884

PEST CONTROL

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

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

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

02 6681 6555 Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

All Plumbing Blocked drains GasďŹ tting Solar Hot Water

0404 053 857

Lic. No. 206913C

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

JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025 BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403 HRH PLUMBING Providing a prompt, reliable & efficient service. Lic 220755C ............0402 652017

YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS

DART PLUMBING Plumbing, roofing, gas. Byron Bay. Lic 1175539C..............................0421 334515

www.allpestsolutions.com.au

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

OSTEOPATHY

BLOCKED DRAINS Drain camera, no dig repairs. Drain Pipe King. Lic 237124C ...................66770004 LPC PLUMBING Plumbing, draining, gas fitting. Sth Golden Bch. Lic 289868C. Luke ....0401 633222 COLIN J WILLIAMS PLUMBING & GAS Lic L7990. Water specialist. Mullum/Byron .....0434 273726

OSTEOPATHY

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

at Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre

PODIATRY

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

THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714

NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs. Mon, Wed, Fri..............................................66857517 BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018

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

PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES

DR DEAN HARDY Osteopath B.Clin.Sci, Master Osteopathy lennoxheadquarters.com...0412 786399 RAYMOND LYNCH PEST MANAGEMENT General pests & termites ..............................0418 850601 PRINTWORKS Traditional / Digital art@mullumprintworks.com.au .................................66843633

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Service Directory REMOVALISTS

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

BEYOND BYRON REMOVALS

SEWERAGE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS

TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103 MD TILING SOLUTIONS Wall & floor tiling, water proofing. Lic 286371C .....................0406 858290 PHI TILING / WATERPROOFING Free quotes. Helpful advice. Lic No 179306C ..................66851237 COST EFFECTIVE LEAKING SHOWER REPAIR Lic 286371C ......................................0406 858290

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

TREE SERVICES

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

M 0418 754 149 P 07 5523 9930

phone 66801158 or 0408 004719

NSW Lic. L10007 QLD Lic. 13395

Calls always returned

0429 149 533 Est 2006

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO

From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth – just give us a ring

NORTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT

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 SANDIE’S SEWING Bulk garment manufacture. Est 20 years ........................................0409 060393

Lucas Holland

SOLAR INSTALLATION

Qualified Arborist

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.

LEAPFROG REMOVALS

Specialising in all aspects of tree work including milling services

leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au

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 CAPE BYRON REMOVALS Local. Brisbane-Melbourne weekly. Since 1989...................0413 505893

Call 1300 18 20 50

UPHOLSTERY

www.saegroup.com.au

BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists.............................66805255 BYRON BAY UPHOLSTERY Soft furnishings & outdoor................................................0403 713303 MIEKOBAGS CUSTOM CANVAS Boat, ute, tonneau covers & repairs ...........................0423 640529

Electrical License # QLD: 72258 | NSW: 227562C

ROOFING

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

DOMESTIC • INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Metal Roofing Installations • Guttering Downpipes • Fascia • Skylights • Whirlybird Patios • Repairs • Leaf Guard

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

Craig Montgomery – 0418 870 362

Not all solar systems are created equal…

Email: montysmetalroofing@gmail.com www.montysmetalroofing.com.au

LIC: 223489C

ZAC MACTAGGART METAL ROOFING PTY LTD Ƈ NEW ROOFS Ƈ RE ROOFS Ƈ INSULATED ROOF PANELS Ƈ Ƈ FASCIA & GUTTERS Ƈ REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE Ƈ

Patrick - 0425 256 802 Andy - 0423 343 323

WWW.ZACMACTAGGARTMETALROOFING.COM.AU

BYRON COAST ROOFING PTY LTD Lic 252098C Guttering, leaf guard, cladding, etc ..0422 248936 ALL ROOF CLEANING Experienced, insured & fast free quotes. Call ..............................0419 789600

• All pool requirements • Professional advice • Water testing • Friendly service • Pool servicing (opp. Council chambers)

6684 3003 MULLUM POOL SHOP Water testing, eco products, mobile service, repairs................0418 666839

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

TILING Dirty Tiles & Grout?

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

...forget pointless scrubbing

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

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

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

Pacific Highway, Tyagarah 6684 2351

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

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

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

FREE TOW

avail fo r cars – unwanted cash for som paid e

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181 IN IN H

ATTENTION POOL OWNERS

RUBBISH REMOVAL

BYRON CASH FOR SCRAP

for home, commercial and rural properties

SWIMMING POOLS

73 Station St, Mullumbimby

SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS

The Water Filter Experts

Contact Juno Energy, your household and commercial solar installation specialists.

Authorised Northern Rivers LG solar/battery dealer and Sonnen battery dealer.

ROOF PAINTING & REPAIRS Free quotes. Lic 1134084. Joe .........................................0414 587884

TIP-EASY TIPPING SKIPS & TRAILER HIRE 3.5m3 skips, 10x5 & 7x5 caged box trailers ... 0438 470484

WATER FILTERS

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

0411 683 003

FREE

720 200 396 508

HART TREE SERVICES 18” chipper bobcat cranetruck stump grinding, cherry . 66849137 or 0427347380 SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66877677 or 0417 698227 PETER GRAY Dip Arb. AQF5. Consulting arborist ...........................................................0414 186161 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance .....................................0401 208797 A VERY HANDY MAN TREE SERVICES Happy to help. Andrew ......................................0412 558890 MARTINO TREE SERVICES ..............................................................................Martino 0435 019524 THE PALM DOCTOR Specialising in pruning & palm removal. Prompt & reliable..........0421 508044

/2&$/ 6<'1(< *2/' &2$67 %5,6%$1( 0(/%2851(

ll ff for a Drop owashing steel, es and machin ers dry

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

LdS Silviculture

0432 334 200 02 6680 8170

@ BRUNSWICK BYRON AUTO WRECKERS

dƌĞĞ DĂŶĂŐĞŵĞŶƚ Θ ^ŽůƵƚŝŽŶƐ

Electric Lic 124600c

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

Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

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Pioneers of the solar industry

6681 4912 / 0409 917646

ROOFING

Mark Linder Qualified Arborist 0408 202 184 choppychoptrees@bigpond.com

NEWT

• Freight services to Brisbane weekly • Carriers of fine art • Furniture removal • E-bay pick up & delivery

MONTYS METAL

The Fully Insured Professionals

• Stump Grinding • Bobcat • Cherrypicker • Crane Truck • 18” Chipper

Andy’s Move & More

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

CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES

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:

$399

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

Phone Chris 0414 229 114

WATER TANKS & TANK CLEANING Professional Water Tank Cleaning Installation and maintenance of water filters for rural and suburban properties h your Deal wit erator local op

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

2

Every 5th m FREE

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

The Byron Shire Echo December 6, 2017 65

Classifieds INDEX Anniversary ............................ 68 Birthdays ................................ 68 Businesses For Sale.............. 67

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6684 1777 RATES & PAYMENT

CLASSIFIEDS THAT WORK ALL WEEK!

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

Echo Classies also appear online in Echonetdaily â&#x20AC;&#x201C; echo.net.au/classified-ads

CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

Childcare................................ 66

PHONE ADS

Death Notices ........................ 68

Ads may be taken by phone on

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

Caravans................................ 67

For Hire .................................. 66 For Sale ................................. 67 Garage Sales......................... 67 Halls For Hire......................... 66 Health Notices ....................... 66 Helpful Info............................. 68 Houses For Sale .................... 67 Items under $100 .................. 67 In Memoriam.......................... 68 Lost & Found ......................... 68

6684 1777 AT THE ECHO HEAD OFFICE

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

Village Way, Stuart St, Mullumbimby

EMAIL ADS

$17 for two lines is the minimum charge.

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

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

Ad bookings only taken during business hours: Monday to Friday, 9amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;5pm. Ads canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be taken on the weekend.

Account enquiries phone 6684 1777.

These prices include GST.

THE BYRON SHIRE

Cash, cheque, Mastercard or Visa

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Prepayment is required for all ads.

Motor Bikes ............................ 67 Motor Vehicles ....................... 67 Musical Notes ........................ 68 Only Adults ............................ 68 Pets ........................................ 68 Positions Vacant .................... 67 Professional Services ............ 66 Public Notices ........................ 66 Removalists ........................... 67 Share Accommodation .......... 67

BYRON ARTISAN MARKET This Saturday 4â&#x20AC;&#x201C;9 pm

RAILWAY PARK, BYRON BAY

www.byroncentre.com.au

Social Escorts........................ 68 To Lease ................................ 67

Byron Beachside Market

To Let ..................................... 67 Tree Services ......................... 67 Tuition .................................... 68 Wanted .................................. 67 Wanted to Lease ................... 67 Wanted to Rent...................... 67 Work Wanted ......................... 68

DISCLAIMER Advertisements placed in The Byron Shire Echo do not reďŹ&#x201A;ect the views or opinions of the editorial staff.

The Byron Shire Echo does not make any representations as to the accuracy or suitability of any content or information contained in advertising material nor does publication constitute in any way an endorsement by The Byron Shire Echo of the content or representations contained therein.

The Byron Shire Echo does not accept any liability for the representations or promises made in paid advertisements or for any loss or damage arising from reliance on such content, representations or promises.

PUBLIC NOTICES

featuring Romaniacs, Jesse Morris and Digera BRUNSWICK HEADS

TWILIGHT MARKETS

WEDNESDAY 13TH DECEMBER, 3PM TILL 10PM! SANTA 6-7PM FAMILY FIREWORKS 9PM Enquiries 6628 4495

LOCALS SPECIAL! BRUNSWICK HEADS CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL BANNER PARK Every Sunday until 21st January from 7pm

BUY 1 RIDE

GET 1 FREE

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SAT 9 DEC / 8AM-1PM A&I Hall, 3 Station St herwardrobe.com

Wednesday 3rd January 8am-4pm

BYRON BURLESQUE WORKSHOP INTERESTED IN LEARNING THE CLASSIC ART OF TEASE FOR PERFORMANCE OR THE BOUDOIR? International burlesque teacher and performer with over 10 years of experience, La Viola Vixen is VÉ&#x2C6; LYPUN H VUL VÉ&#x2C6; ^VYRZOVW PU )`YVU )H` )\YSLZX\L PZ M\U [V SLHYU HTHaPUN MVY LTWV^LYTLU[ ZL_` JVUĂ&#x201E; KLUJL IVK` WVZP[P]P[` HUK ZLUZ\HS movement!

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IKEA - SAVE MONEY & TIME We shop and deliver from $50.

Deliver on Sun pm. Assembly extra. www.shopdropassemble.com.au

INHERENTWELLBEING.COM Shift out of dysfunctional patterns

THIS SUNDAY

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

The best market in the country!

CHILDCARE

Offering colonic hydrotherapy, sauna and naturopathy at our beachside clinic.

Call or text 0458633869 www.byronbaydetoxretreats.com.au

The Channon Craft Market 6688 6433

COSTUME HIRE, PROPS, SUITS &Â ACCESSORIES Open Thurs 4â&#x20AC;&#x201C;6.30pm, Sat 10.30amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1pm or by appointment

TAYLORS PROPS 1 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby Phone 6684 2978

VEGAN MUNCH

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

Phone 0424025271

PROF. SERVICES

DENTURES

LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002

EATING & BODY IMAGE ISSUES Assessment & treatment of children, adolescents & adults

Thurs & Fri | 6684 6336

ALL JUST $10 EACH Available from The Echo office reception

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 (next to Target, enter via kids play area)

Reg no. PSY0001057399 Medicare rebates available

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL MASSAGE $40/1hr. Special Magnesium Spray Massage $60/1hr. Ph 0422382620 REMEDIAL BODYWORK & BODY HARMONY Specialising in back pain.

Bangalow. 0419419404 HEALING BODYWORK 25 YEARS EXP Restorative, Remedial, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy, Scenar Therapy, Facial Harmony & Anti Ageing Facials.

Beautiful gift vouchers avail for Xmas.

Tiana 0401875725 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; byroncloud9.com

COLONICS

Martin Frank Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri 9amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;5pm

BRENT VERCO

20 Shirley St, Byron Bay

CHIROPRACTOR

6685 8532

RolďŹ ngÂŽ Byron Bay

MON TUE WED THU FRI PM & SAT AM

Are old injuries still hurting?

TWO WINGS PSYCHOLOGY

Jeremy Sutton â&#x20AC;˘ 0407 132 921 rolďŹ ngbyronbay.com

â&#x20AC;Śfeel the difference

SUZANNE BOURCHIER psychologist 02 6685 5670

HYPNOTHERAPY &Â NLP www.wendypurdey.com.au

Treating all your health care needs.

STOP SMOKING NOW!

Diana Ewing

HEALTH

VINYASA FLOW

Integrated Yoga practice with Consta.

Yellow Church, Mullum. Mon & Wed 7â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8am, Tues & Thurs 9.30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11am, Fri 6.45amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;7.45am. Ph 0401438679 DR ARPANA (retired GP) offering SCENAR for pain treatments at The Health Lodge. M & Th (am). 66856445 & at Suffolk Tues & Fri (am) 0428853352

FREE 6680 2630

M: 0407 455 212 www.dianaewing.com

27 years experience

FOR HIRE

E D 1S T ITI ON

COMMODES FOR HIRE Vintage wood or cane bedside commodes $15 per week.

Text 0447853891 for photos/details

KINESIOLOGY

Clear subconscious sabotages.

Reprogram patterns and beliefs.

Restore vibrancy and physical health. De-stress.

Ph 66846914 SANDRA DAVEY, Reg. Pract.

BeneďŹ ts include increased vitality, better health, wealth, self esteem and conďŹ dence.

Call today enjoy being

â&#x20AC;˘ Yoga â&#x20AC;˘ Shiatsu â&#x20AC;˘ Massage

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

HALLS FOR HIRE

OUT NOW!

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

byronhealing.com.au

Fund BAYSIDE ACUPUNCTURE Health Rebates & AND HERBAL MEDICINE Hicaps Available

Becky Martin

Dr David King

(Acupuncturist) Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health Children, Cosmetic AcutonicsÂŽ (Fri & Sat)

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

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

0488 609 774

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

bookings@mullumcivic.com

ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE MASSAGE ACUTONICSÂŽ

TRADEWORK

For anyone who ďŹ nds themselves in need of food assistance.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;6.30PM Saturdays 10AMâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12PM

No concession cards required.

Just come along, pick up a bag, stay for a cuppa and a chat.

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

Ocean Shores MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

www.thehubbaptist.org

Simple and effective solutions Anxiety, Cravings, Fears & Trauma.

Maureen Bracken 0402205352

6684 1028

Learn to make delicious plant-based recipes

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

HYPNOSIS & EFT

MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC

Carl Moore Psychology

DAVID LOVEJOYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BOOKS

BEAUTIFUL RELAXING DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE Treat Yourself. Call now 0410395368

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

cooking demonstrations

tattooedbyronvegan.com.au

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

Flo Fenton, Senior Yoga Teacher

JANUARY ONE MONTH INTENSIVE LVL 1 AND PART TIME LVL 1&2 YOGA TEACHER TRAININGS 2018 OPEN FOR BOOKINGS! Tel: 02 6685 9910 Mob: 0418 441 437 flo@intouchyogabyronbay.com intouchyogabyronbay.com

3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

3UMMERLAND %NVIRONMENTAL

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

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

Classifieds MYOCUM 8 Myocum Downs Rd. Sat 8.30. Furn, kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ware, bedding, tools & more

TREE SERVICES

SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES â&#x20AC;˘ Cherry Picker â&#x20AC;˘ Wood Chipper â&#x20AC;˘ Stump Grinder â&#x20AC;˘ Tree Surgeon â&#x20AC;˘ Fully Insured

Mulch Supplies

Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6687 7677 Mobile 0417 698 227

â&#x20AC;˘ FULLY INSURED â&#x20AC;˘ PROFESSIONAL SERVICE â&#x20AC;˘ FREE QUOTES

6684 4421 0402 364 852

WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COASTAL LABEL

POP UP CLOTHING SHOP Coming soon

DEC 18 - 23 Mullum Civic Hall

New Designs, Mokea Classics

SALE RACKS NATIVE PLANTS FOOD PLANTS

The Largest range of native plants in the Byron Shire.

Tubestock to Semi-advanced

MULLUM CREEK NURSERY

110 Yankee Ck Rd, via Wilsons Ck Rd Mullumbimby 6684 1703 Open Wedâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4pm, Sat 9amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1pm www.mcnativenursery.com.au

BRIDGLANDS

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 9th December.

Stalls or rug space avail 0490026840 O.SHORES 122 Balemo Dr, Sat 8am.

Quality & unusual items & clothes, bbq, frames & glass for artists, hanging gardens, antique drawers. 0400313583 BRUNS 8 Old PaciďŹ c Hwy (next to Bruns Motel). Sat 8am. Hâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;hold items & more

CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS Local regâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d business 66845296 or 66845403

MOTOR BIKES 1985 VINTAGE VESPA scooter PX150 Recently refurbished, in excellent condition and ready to ride. 12 mths rego + spare parts. $4900. Dan 0405459565

CARAVANS

EAST BALLINA next to Belle General, 3/12 Shelley Bch Rd. Sat & Sunday

COROMAL SEKA 520 POP-TOP 1996, 2 single beds, oven, microwave, very good condition. $8950. Ph 0419487647

SUFFOLK 16 Marattia Pl, Sat 8am on.

Massive moving sale. 4 households in 1.

Clothes, furn, ďŹ shing gear & much more

BUSINESS FOR SALE

O.SHORES 48 and 50 Rajah Rd, Sat 8am Combined sale of pre-loved bargains

Business for Sale

VICTORIA SPRING SALE 9am Sunday 10th.

Unique vintage and bohemian clothing & wares. 4 Dalley St, Mullumbimby MASSIVE CLEARANCE SALE Furn, beds, clothes, plants, kitchenware, Friday 8th, 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;3pm. 4 Warina Pl, Mullum Everything must go

BEAUTY SALON ŕ Ž 6]LY `LHYZ LZ[HISPZOLK ŕ Ž (SS KH` WHYRPUN ŕ Ž 6WLYH[PUN KH`Z ŕ Ž /\NL WV[LU[PHS ŕ Ž .VVK Ă&#x2026; L_PISL SLHZL ŕ Ž :VJPHS TLKPH ZL[ \W YLHK` [V NV ŕ Ž PUJ LX\PWTLU[ Z[VJR HUK NVVK ^PSS Enquiries 0427 577 442

Buy and sell good quality used furniture Ph 66842511

FREE QUOTES

TREE PRUNING â&#x20AC;˘ TREE SURGERY / REMOVALS â&#x20AC;˘ QUALIFIED ARBORISTS 12â&#x20AC;? CHIPPER â&#x20AC;˘ STUMP GRINDING â&#x20AC;˘ CHERRY PICKER â&#x20AC;˘ FULLY INSURED

Nick Andrews 0439 849 332

Tallow TREE SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

REMOVALS PALMS TREE SURGERY FREE QUOTES FULLY INSURED

â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

STUMP GRINDING TREE REPORTS DA APPLICATIONS CRANE HIRE CHERRY PICKER

6687 2750 - 0401 208 797

NICK HART

TREE SERVICES

â&#x20AC;˘ Affordable tree services â&#x20AC;˘ Professional tree care â&#x20AC;˘ 18" chipper (crane truck)

Fully insured â&#x20AC;˘ Free quotes

6684 9137 â&#x20AC;˘ 0427 347 380

FOR SALE FRIDGE Wâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;HOUSE as new $600 ono.

Table & 4 chairs, $50. 66801777

MIELE WASHERS

O.SHORES 3br hse, avail Dec 22. Must have refs, be employed, be respectful & honest. $500pw incl elect. 0428354946 OCEAN SHORES 2br, garden apt. Walk to beach, suit quiet, working sgl/cpl. $380pw + bills. Sms only 0424111300

Bangalow

Managing Bangalow and Hinterland Free Honest Appraisals

eldersbangalow.com.au

02 6687 1500

BAMBOO PLY

Ocean Shores

COMPOST TOILETS

3br 2bth $580 5br 3bth $780

STARTING AT $960 Green Building Centre 0427701653

2br 1bth $400

DAVID LOVEJOYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

South Golden Beach 1br 1bth $290

Mullumbimby 3br 2bth $580

Commerical

SCAFFOLDING Erect, hire & sales.

Aluminium, steel & mobile. 0427774450

Rare shop space available in the centre of Brunswick Heads 103m2. Ideal for beauty, medical, dental, massage, professional.

Contact office for details.

CRYSTAL SHOP IN MOOBALL CLOSING IN 2 WEEKS 20% off crystals. Between PO & Pub PORTABLE SPEAKERS & PA SYSTEM ASHTON EXPLORER 150 Complete system with ampliďŹ er & Ashton wireless mic $500 ono the lot. Perfect for mobile entertainer, Xmas function, shouting at the kids or playing bagpipes towards neighbours you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like. 0406779337

Free Trim deck white Colorbond 8mL concrete blocks, build mats. 0433240420

WANTED

MULLUM 81 Station St, Sat 8am. Retro, clothing, housewares, bargains LAST COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE 2017. 5913 Tweed Valley Way, Mooball.

Next to Post Shop Cafe. Sat 9th, 8am MULLUM 1A Train St. Jewellery liquidation sale. Wine glasses, mirrors large, sofa couch, desk, dressing table, bedside tables, clothes hanger, triangle shelf, wrought iron & marble wine storage, beds, sgl & dbl & fashions. 0409772223

GARAGE SALES

SGB 15 Clifford St, Sat 8am. Bric-a-brac, clothes, retro & vintage mens shirts, furn

Supplying commercial, wood ďŹ red bakeries, pizza restaurants and residential, combustion stoves, open ďŹ res, pot belly, kindling. Various load sizes from 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; to 4 ton tipper.

PRICES STARTING FROM $95.

VOLUME DISCOUNTS.

MOVING SALE Baby goods, furn, clothing etc. 766 Main Arm Rd Mullum Sat

MOTOR VEHICLES

NTH O.SHORES 6 Barkala Ct. Sat 8am.

Moving sale. Elec water pump & more MULLUM MOVING SALE Murphys Lane, between Gordon & Dalley sts. Sat 8am.

Clothing, toys, h/hold items, some furn

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal 0408 210 772

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

WARNING The Department of Fair Trading has warned 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 ofďŹ ce box FULL-TIME SALES ASSISTANT required for our busy Mullum store.

Please email resume to helen@ dolphinofďŹ cechoice.com.au BYRON BAY BARISTA SCHOOL Courses start at $109. Ph 0457537486 WINDOW CLEANER experienced with an eye for detail and good work ethic, min 2 years cleaning exp. Start now/Jan. 30+ hrs/pw. Email: chris@reachnclean.com ADMIN LEGEND wanted to join Natural Therapy Association â&#x20AC;&#x201C; IICT in Byron Bay. Full-time, ďŹ&#x201A;exible hours. We need someone who can think on their feet; create happy members by solving problems. Our business is the combination of people & their information. If you like to work towards a goal independently with the backup of an experienced team, we would love to hear from you. Applications close 5pm Dec 11. Visit: www.iict.com. au/careers BLUE OLIVE DELI Busy Byron cafe seeks hard-working deli assistant with barista skills. 25 hours pw. Must be avail Saturdays. Apply in person with resume

Brunswick Heads

FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND

Kings Creek, Mullumbimby Mark 0427 490 038 | Karen 0427 804 284

POSITIONS VACANT

Shop 3, 5 Lismore Road, Bangalow

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

â&#x20AC;˘ Palings â&#x20AC;˘ Posts â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood poles â&#x20AC;˘ Sleepers â&#x20AC;˘ Molasses â&#x20AC;˘ Firewood â&#x20AC;˘ Tomato stakes â&#x20AC;˘ Cane Mulch

MULLUM 3br, 2 bthrm, 1 LUG, 1 carport, fenced, views, garden. Refs essential.

Pref prof $625pw. Text 0403513513

4 bed, 3 bath, pool $850 pw

NTH O.S 11 Hardy Ave. Sat 8am. More great stuff. Art & design books & prints, clothing, jewellery, craft, fabrics, vintage linen, furniture, hâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;hold. All quality gear

CONCRETE POSTS

See our Ad page 8 for more information on Ă° QGLQJ D QHZ KRPH

4 bed, 2 bath $800 pw

from $10.50sqm & Bamboo Flooring.

For ceilings, walls, doors, etc.

Ph 66884188 â&#x20AC;˘ sample & brochure. www.bambooply.com.au

Sunshine Cycles

BROKEN HEAD/NEWRYBAR avail now, fully renov & air-con, 1br unit, for single working person. Peaceful & private, nonsmoker, no pets. $300pw + bond & refs.

Ph 66872620 or 0431122051

3 bed, 2 bath $700 pw

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

SOFA blue comfortable clean two seater. $25. Phone 0423672408

Matt 0427 172 684

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

2 bed, 1 bath $500 pw

ARCHIBALDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CHEAP QUARRY PRODUCTS

WANTED TO LEASE

SECURE STORAGE BANGALOW Brand new storage sheds 66871500

BANGALOW

Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511

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DOUG MANNING Goodbye Doug.

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In Memoriam

Comrade and Friend

Doug Manning

A highly respected and valued serving member of Marine Rescue NSW. Radio Operator and Maintenance Officer at Brunswick Heads Marine Rescue Unit.

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Full moon Dec 4 02:46 Third quarter Dec 10 18:51 New moon Dec 18 17:30 First quarter Dec 26 20:20 Day of Sun Sun Moon Moon High tide, Low tide, month rise set rise set height (m) height (m) 1 F 0540 1929 1644 0332 0717,1.56; 1921,1.41 0042,0.17; 1316,0.36 2 S 0540 1930 1749 0425 0805,1.70; 2012,1.41 0124,0.10; 1412,0.28

Astronomical data and tides

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S

0540 0540 0540 0540 0540 0540 0540 0541 0541 0541 0541 0542 0542 0542 0543 0543 0543 0544 0544 0545 0545 0546 0546 0547 0548 0548 0549 0550 0550

1931 1931 1932 1933 1934 1934 1935 1936 1936 1937 1938 1938 1939 1940 1940 1941 1941 1942 1942 1943 1943 1944 1944 1945 1945 1945 1946 1946 1946

1857 2005 2111 2212 2306 2354 0037 0116 0153 0228 0303 0338 0415 0455 0537 0622 0710 0800 0852 0944 1038 1133 1228 1325 1425 1527 1632 1739

0512 0604 0703 0805 0910 1015 1118 1219 1317 1413 1508 1601 1655 1748 1840 1931 2020 2106 2150 2232 2310 2347 0023 0059 0136 0215 0259 0347

0853,1.81; 2102,1.38 0941,1.89; 2152,1.34 1030,1.93; 2152,1.34 1120,1.91; 2336,1.22 1211,1.85 0033,1.17; 1303,1.75 0137,1.13; 1359,1.64 0248,1.14; 1456,1.52 0401,1.18; 1555,1.42 0508,1.27; 1656,1.34 0605,1.36; 1752,1.28 0654,1.45; 1843,1.25 0736,1.53; 1928,1.23 0815,1.59; 2009,1.22 0851,1.64; 2046,1.21 0927,1.67; 2123,1.20 1000,1.68; 2159,1.18 1036,1.68; 2236,1.16 1111,1.66; 2314,1.14 1147,1.62; 2355,1.12 1225,1.57 0041,1.11; 1305,1.52 0135,1.10; 1349,1.46 0239,1.13; 1442,1.40 0348,1.20; 1542,1.36 0456,1.31; 1646,1.33 0557,1.46; 1734,1.38 0653,1.61; 1854,1.31 0746,1.75; 1953,1.32

0206,0.05; 1506,0.21 0249,0.03; 1600,0.17 0335,0.05; 1655,0.17 0423,0.10; 1751,0.19 0513,0.18; 1847,0.23 0608,0.29; 1945,0.28 0710,0.39; 2043,0.32 0819,0.49; 2141,0.35 0934,0.55; 2235,0.35 1049,0.57; 2326,0.33 1157,0.55 0009,0.30; 1256,0.52 0048,0.28; 1346,0.47 0124,0.25; 1430,0.42 0158,0.24; 1512,0.39 0230,0.23; 1550,0.36 0302,0.24; 1627,0.35 0335,0.26; 1702,0.36 0410,0.29; 1739,0.37 0447,0.33; 1817,0.39 0528,0.39; 1859.0.41 0612,0.46; 1944,0.42 0704,0.52; 2033,0.41 0808,0.58; 2126,0.39 0923,0.60; 2220,0.35 1041,0.58; 2314,0.29 1155,0.52 0004,1.22; 1302,0.43 0054,0.15; 1404,0.33

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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Top athletes train at Byron pool

The top-notch athletes in Byron Bay for a training session at the pool included: Jess Fox, Jordan Mercer, Saya Sakakibara, Julian Wilson, Robbie Maddison, Jonny Durand, Chumpy Pullin, Cory Teunissen, Mick Fanning, Shane Van Gisbergen, Craig Lowndes, Travis Boak, Jackson Pilz, Matt Poole, Courtney Atkinson and Toby Price. Photo supplied.

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Former world champion surfer Mick Fanning joined a group of elite sports people at the Byron Bay swimming pool last month as part of an athlete summit organised by Red Bull.

The event gave the athletes the opportunity to get together, build relationships and share tips, a Red Bull organiser Lauren McMahon said.

Activities at the pool were overseen by a performance coach and included breath-

holding holding techniques.

Other athletes attending included Jess fox (world champion slalom canoeist), Jordan Mercer (iron woman), Saya Sakakibara (BMX world champion) and Robbie Maddison (motorbike stunt rider).

Users plan rally to stop proposed ‘commercialisation’ of Recreation Grounds The Byron Bay Recreation Users Group are holding a rally this Saturday to protest Council’s plans to change the category of town’s traditional sportsfields.

Last week the mayor Simon Richardson said the number one priority for the future management of the Byron Bay Recreation Ground was for the area to continue to be used by sports clubs and the community for a wide range of sports including football, cricket, tennis and rugby union.

Suggestions that sporting clubs would be forced off the fields was simply untrue, he said.

‘Byron Shire Council has no intention of limiting or

changing the use of the Rec Ground for sports activities and rumours that the playing fields will be downgraded so they are unable to be used for regional competitions and fixtures are incorrect,’ he said.

But the council is trying to change the category of the area from sportsground to general community use that would allow a range of different activities such as an outdoor cinema, a festival, or for a one-off concert.

Past experience has shown that traditional sports groups come off second best compared to financial arrangements, user group representative John McKay said.

‘Commercialisation and organised sport are incom-

patible,’ he said.

‘They can interfere with a local sports club’s obligations and relationship to their governing bodies,’ he said.

The users group represents more than 1000 members and ‘we feel very vulnerable,’ he said.

‘If these changes go though, traditional sporting clubs can be usurped,’ he said.

‘We are the community and we want to show the council we don’t want these changes to go through.’

The community rally to protect the Recreation Grounds will include speakers, music and food.

Saturday December 9, from 10am at the Byron Recreation Grounds.

Tintenbar-East Ballina top third grade cricket Tintenbar-East Ballina Weeds have batted their way to the top of the Ballina District Cricket Association thirdgrade ladder with a strong win over Byron Bay on the weekend.

Playing at home Byron Bay won the toss and put the Tintenbar-East Ballina Weeds into bat, and the visitors made few mistakes.

They hit their way to 284 off 35 overs.

Byron struggled for wick-

ets early but when they had the weeds 1/75 they soon fell to 6/134 before Brett Crawford came to the crease and scored 97.

Best bowlers for Byron included: S McCarthy 4/36 off five and E Kaehler 3/38 off six overs In response Byron’s Tim Goodhind backed up his two catches behind the stumps with 63 runs and next best scorer was Greg Travena with 19.

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But Byron never found the middle like the Weeds and were 9/147 off their 40 overs.

T Watkins was the pick of the Weeds bowlers with 4/28 off nine overs.

The win puts the Weeds on top of the ladder, but only just.

The Bangalow side is just one competition point behind on 46 and has a game in hand.

Lennox Head is in third position on 35 points.

Nyxie Ryan new U/16 Australian All Star School champion

Nyxie Ryan on her way to a national championship win. Photo Steve Conti/SA Crystal Cylinders

Lennox Head’s Nyxie Ryan is the new U/16 Girls All Star School Surfing Australian Champion.

She is just one of our local junior surfers who had success at the 2017 Surf Dive n Ski Australian Junior Surfing Titles held at Culburra Beach on the NSW south coast over the past week.

The event is considered the pinnacle for Australia’s junior surfers.

Ryan also teamed up with Lennox Head’s Kobi Curtis to represent Byron Bay High School and they finished runner-up in the Mark Richards Shield U/16 Girls division.

In the individual divisions

Touma Cameron from Suffolk Park had a career-best result with a third place in the U/14 Boys Australian Titles.

Jai Glinderman and Jack O’Brien both from Lennox Head finished in the quarters of the U/14 Boys.

Pros at Sunset With a chance to make the qualification cut on the line our three local pro surfers had a good go at The Vans World Cup at Sunset Beach where some big waves on offer produced great surfing performances.

Byron Bay’s Soli Bailey got third in his round of 96 finishing in equal 65th, Adam Melling made it one round further finishing in equal

33rd position and Stu Kennedy came close to qualification with a quarter-final berth to finish in equal 13th place.

With the final Qualifying Series event finished for 2017 the rankings are locked in apart from a couple of surfers waiting to see if the final Championship Tour event at Pipeline throws up some double qualifiers.

Our local surfers finished the year on the QS circuit as follows: Bailey 54th, Melling 47th and Kennedy 19th.

Stu still has the Pipeline competition to finish the year and mathematically has a slim chance to re-qualify with a huge result at one of the tour’s more challenging waves.

True Wheels Cycles team comes second in Kingscliff triathlon The Kingscliff Triathlon went ahead in good conditions last weekend and welcomed more than 1,200 athletes plus nearly 3,000 supporters from across New South Wales and Queensland.

Despite worries about potential wet weather, the race went start to finish without rain and athletes enjoyed good race conditions, race director Michael Crawley said.

Competition was very tight in the elite categories with the Men’s Open category being taken by Brandon Copeland in first, Bill Chaffey and then Adam Gordon.

The Women’s Open was won by Gillian Backhouse ahead of Courtney Gilfillan and Holly Khan.

Local paratriathlete Bill Chaffey finished with the second overall fastest time on the day.

The True Wheels Cycles team from Mullumbimby finished second in the Olympic

Copeland on his way to winning the Kingscliff Triathlon main event. Photo supplied

Relay team event, coming in less than four minutes behind the winners – the Coomera Comets.

The event’s official charity is the Cudgen Headlands Surf Life Saving Club and organisers also helped raise funds for a number of other community groups including Tweed South Rotary, Pottsville & District Mens Shed, Currumbin Dragon Boaters; Tweed Raiders Junior Rugby

League Club; Tweed Valley Tri Club; and Murwillumbah Venturer Scouts.

It is projected more than $10,000 will be raised for local charities, community groups, and the employment of local young people as a result.

The Kingscliff Triathlon is back on March 18, when it will host both State Series and State Championship races.

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Local adaptive Harry ready to play surfers reach finals of for Australia world championships

Dave Munk, using a board designed in Byron Bay, slots in during the world championships. Photo Sean Evans/ISA

At 14 Harry (red) is already busy on the representative basketball circuit. Photo supplied

Byron Bay’s Mark ‘Mono’ Stewart and Dave Munk had podium finishes at the 2017 Stance ISA World Adaptive Surfing Championship in San Diego USA. A record-breaking 109 athletes from 26 nations paraded to officially open the third annual adaptive surfing contest.

Mark finished third in AS2 division, after claiming

Byron Bay basketballer Harry Blair has been selected to play for Australia and is working hard to realise his dream of playing on the American professional circuit.

Harry is 14 and has already achieved a lot including growing to 193 centimetres.

He has just finished the state titles and in January heads to the National Cup to represent NSW Country.

He has also been selected for the Australian Junior team that will see him spend three weeks in the United States next July.

Doors are opening for young Harry and his two Byron Bay coaches think he has what it takes to make it to his ultimate dream – playing on

first place in the previous two years.

Dave Munk also finished third but in the AS3 division.

‘It was absolutely incredible to watch the world’s best para surfers competing in excellent conditions,’ ISA president Fernando Aguerre said.

‘These athletes’ talent, competitive drive, and togetherness were on full display.’

Boxers ready to rumble in Yamba

the US professional circuit, his mum Helen Blair said.

‘B oth coaches have watched Harry play continually since he picked up his ball of choice at eight years old. He’s never put it down,’ she said.

While passion is free, dreams of following in Ben Simmons’ footsteps don’t come cheap and Harry has been hard at work fundraising for his trip to the US in just over six months time.

Unbeknown to his parents, he set up his own ‘gofundme’ account http:// gofundme.com/harry-tointernational-basketball.

‘Harry can be found most days of the week and in fact most hours in the day, on the courts at the Byron Bay Cavanbah Centre,’ Helen said.

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Winning run for Byron footballers

Eva attacks the goal mouth for the Wildcats. Photo supplied

The Spell & the Gypsy Collective Byron Bay Wildcats have consolidated third place on the table with back-toback wins in Youth Summer League football.

Last weekend they beat the Lismore Workers 3–1, and the week before dominated the Lismore Italo All Stars beating them 7–4.

The All Stars started with 10 players and Byron had them 4–1 in the second half, before they to were reduced to 10, and the game evened out with three goals apiece.

The final score, though convincing for the Bay women, was not without some satisfaction for the Italo All Stars women as well, given that both teams played the match under difficult circum-

stances.

Scorers for the Wildcats were Nambi Rembe (three goals), Samy Bashford, Maddie Green, Eva Salmon and Xavier Ellis.

Against Lismore Workers goal scorers included Zoe Corbett, Lisa Bolt and Nambi Branton.

Best on ground were the ‘mid-field generals’ Maddie Green, Zoe Corbett, as well as the backs, Violet Innes and Aysha Ndjaye.

The Byron Bay Wildcats have their last game of the season this Friday playing away against fourth-placed Lennox Head.

Lismore Thistles lead the table and the Mullumbimby Brunswick Valley side sits in second place.

Colnan takes monthly Rugby join Twilight cricket golf medal at Teven

winners after Harley hits 74 Syl Reid

Joe Muir is pyched up for his second professional bout this weekend. Photo supplied

Byron Bay MMA fighter Joe Muir will continue his new professional boxing career when he takes on Tim Rogers at Yamba’s Raymond Laurie Centre this Saturday.

Joe trains out of the Kingscliff Boxing Stables while Tim Rogers is from Foster.

The bout will be the second professional contest for both fighters, according to Joe’s trainer Nick Midgley.

‘Joe has had a successful MMA history and is naturally a strong and athletic guy, who’s making a good transi-

tion into professional boxing,’ he said.

The Saturday night event will also include Byron-based boxer Declan Brown, who is trained by Eli Hedges from the Academy.

For Declan the fight marks his entry to amateur boxing.

The Fight Night includes seven bouts of three to four rounds apiece featuring boxers from across regional NSW and Queensland.

Saturday December 9, Raymond Laurie Centre, Yamba.

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Geoff Colnan (right) with runner-up Greg Fowler after last Saturday’s 18-hole stroke competition. Photo supplied

Geoff Colnan claimed the Teven Golf Club Men’s Division 18-hole Stroke competition for the monthly medal last Saturday morning.

Geoff won with a net score of 53 and was followed home

by Greg Fowler (net 55), after a on a countback.

Next home were: Peter Blackwood (55), Ian McDuff

(57), Jim McGarry (57), Greg Phillips (57), Rex Nixon (59), Richard Lawrence (60).

NTPs: fourth David Richardson; eighth Ray Griffiths (within flag length); 14th Geoff Colnan. Putting: Ian Coochiroff (27 putts).

This Saturday: nine-hole Stableford, for a 6.30am shotgun tee-off.

The Bowlo remain at the top of the Byron Bay Brewery Twilight cricket competition after maintaining their unbeaten run, but Harley’s 74run hit out was the play of the week.

Town and Country Surfboards defeated the Rip Starters on Monday evening when Darren hit the winning runs and finished on 29.

Despite Paul Munn Desigs’ two high scorers in Tom (35 runs) and Sree (30) they couldn’t topple an allround performance from Eureka that included Ryan’s 31.

Thomas Noble and Russell accounted for the Hot Bread Loafers on Wednesday. TNR’s Mick and Pagey scored 30 runs each while Peter hit 43 for the piemen. Chris Cubis

got two Loafers’ wickets for 15 runs.

Later in the week the Rugby boys opened their account with a win over the West Tower Windies and included Harley’s stellar knock.

His counterpart Rainbow Harley coincidently top scored for the Windies with 33, followed by Casper on 30.

The game also saw Al bowl 2/2 for the Rugby side.

Friday night was a big match with years-old rivalry as the Bowlo got over the Kronix, this time.

Gabe bowled 2/5 for the bowlers after Cam hit 33 and Sunni got 30.

The total was too much for the Kronix, though Lachie did get 36 runs in a bit of a lone hand.

All the action is from the Byron Recreation Grounds.

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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.

End-of-life choices Voluntary euthanasia options are discussed at meetings held quarterly on the Gold Coast. For more information phone Elaine 0755 808 215.

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

U3A Ballina/Byron U3A Ballina/Byron. Our last meeting is on 12 December. A short music session with Gertie at the RSL, Mullumbimby followed by Christmas lunch at the Brunswick Hotel from 12 noon. Members are asked to bring one of their books as a Christmas present. Enquiries 6680 7350.

Mullum CWA Mullumbimby branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) meets Wednesday 13 December at 10am at the CWA Rooms. The Christmas break-up lunch will follow at noon at Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club. For more information: Jenny, 6684 7282.

BV U3A U3A Brunswick Valley Tuesday Forum on 12 December, 10am–12, Uniting Church Hall, Fingal Street, Brunswick Heads. Des Wann presents ‘Phil Coulter – The Sequel’.

Visitors and potential new members very welcome. Phone 6685 1732.

Gem Club The Byron Gem Club is having a street stall on Friday 8 December in Mullumbimby near the taxi rank at the corner of Stuart and Burringbar Streets.

Handmade jewellery, crystals and other gems and minerals.

Free support service. Carl Moore, registered psychologist. By appointment grief.loss.bereavement.byron@gmail.com 0401 081 713.

problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. For information and meetings call 6680 7280. Are you concerned about somebody else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups meetings held Fridays 2pm. Uniting Church Bangalow – 1300 252 666 www.al-anon.alateen.org/ australia. Crystal Meth Anonymous is a fellowship of people for whom all drugs (but especially crystal meth) had become a problem. Meeting held Thursday 6pm, Presbyterian Church Hall, 13 Ruskin Street, Byron Bay. Call 0478 061 479 or visit: www.crystalmeth.org.au.

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 991 189. Byron yoga philosophy club Free meditation classes Monday, 7.45pm, Ananta Yoga Studio (above Byron Music) 2B/144 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. Go to www.wisdom.yoga or phone Kris 0435 300 743.

Volunteer hub

Over-60s Fun Fridays

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

Fun Fridays 2–5pm at the hall, 37 Marvell Street East, Byron Bay (next to the preschool). Meet, play games and have a cuppa and a chat. A new venture for seniors, and your suggestions are welcome. Entry $5.00. Enquiries: Nancy 6685 3969 or 0498 480 373.

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.

Breast Cancer Support 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.

Grief loss bereavement

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.

Library fun 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.

Language exchange

No-interest loans

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.

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.

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 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

BYS AGM Byron Youth Service Annual General Meeting on Thursday 14 December 5pm at the Byron Youth Activity Centre, 1 Gilmore Crescent, Byron Bay. Apply for BYS membership by 12 December to attend.

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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.

Timebanking Timebanking can help you build a network of support within your community through sharing skills. For more: Northern Rivers Community Gateway 6621 7397.

Volunteers sought Volunteers sought for Northern Rivers Volunteering, representing more than 100 community organisations: 6621 7397

Budgeting Support

Bridge club

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.

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.

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. Mullum Magic Toastmasters meet every 2nd, 4th and 5th Monday Presbyterian Church Hall, 101 Stuart Street Mullumbimby 7–9 pm. Contact Megan 0424 002 636 or Bruce 0418 515 991.

Meditation 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 Group 1st and 3rd Saturdays each month at Mullumbimby Civic Hall. Contact Didi 0408 008 769 for more info. Byron Mindfulness-Insight Meditation

Repair Cafe Mullumbimby’s Repair Cafe at the Mullumbimby campus of Byron Community College in Burringbar Street on Saturdays 9am till 12 noon. Volunteers will be there to help you fix things that might otherwise end up in the tip, or to advise how it might be done.

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

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.

VIEW Club Brunswick Valley VIEW Club Christmas luncheon, Thursday 14 December 4 at 10.30am at Mullumbimby RSL Club.

Children from Main Arm Public School will entertain us. Apologies to Rae on 0427 103 072 by 11 December.

Chanting Festival House of Bliss Chanting Festival Saturday 9 December, 11am–9pm at St Martin’s Anglican Parish Hall, Mullumbimby. All welcome. No philosophy lectures, no dogma, no fixed religion. Chant, dance, meditate, eat delicious food, enjoy!

Parkinson’s support Parkinson’s support group Friday 8 December from 10am at Crowley Village Activity Centre, 154 Cherry Street, Ballina. $10 covers morning tea and Christmas lunch. RSVP by Monday 4 December: email gmtelfer@gmail.com or call 0427 042 607.

Carols by the Sea Carols by the Sea are looking for volunteers to help at the event on 8 December, 6–9pm. Contact Julianne: 0468 342 073.

$500 GRANTS DEC 2017 The Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby are offering

MONTHLY GRANTS up to $500 These grants can be applied for by any Not-For-Profit organisation or group which supports our local community within the Byron Shire (except Bangalow who have their own Lions Club) i.e. Church groups, health groups, local charities, service groups, any humanitarian purposes.

These grants will be offered every month.

Contact the Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby PO Box 12 Mullumbimby Email: clairejharris999@gmail.com An application will be sent to you.

Applications must be received by Wednesday 31 JAN 2018.

Two $500 grants were awarded for November The Mullumbimby Adult Learning & Pottery Assoc.

The Mullumbimby Tennis Club for score boards

St Paul’s BB Annual lamington drive is on. $10 per dozen and $5 per half-dozen. Orders phone Sue 6685 3680. Last orders Sunday 11 December.

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

Unsuccessful applications do not carry forward, a new application is required.

Any questions phone Tony Cornell 6680 2011 Joan Towers 0400 484 419 or Claire Harris 6680 3707

Elder Beats seniors drumming 10.30–11.30 am with Gareth Jones in the theatre, 11.30 Morning tea in the courtyard, 12.00–1.00 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.

Bruns tennis Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays 5–7pm. $6.00, all welcome.

Enquiries Linda 0449 825 108. Coaching available.

Ballina Camera Club The Ballina Camera Club meet every second and fourth Thursday of each month commencing 6.30pm at the Kentwell Community Centre on the corner of Moon Street and Bangalow Road – new members welcome.

Enquiries: Jean 6686 0462.

U3A discussion group Brunswick Valley U3A audiovisual discussion group, Thursdays 10am Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club. Info 0432 165 006.

Quota Club

Social Table Tennis

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.

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.

Men’s Groups

Seniors Activities Seniors Activities Tuesdays at the Byron Community Centre, Jonson St, Byron Bay.

Complete Men has regular fortnightly men’s groups in both Byron and Mullum on different nights. Call Tim Fisk 0422 508 533.

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Backlash Resident Matijo Beams says, ‘To the person who took my blue umbrella and silver watch from under the trees at the end of the track to Tallow estuary (edge of National Park) while I was walking and swimming early on Sunday morning: please don’t take things that are obviously not yours, I was still using them. Please return them to the same spot, I swim every morning. Let’s show more respect.’

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If you want a free weekly exposé of fossil-fuel hooliganism, get yourself on Eve Sinton’s mailing list. Eve, a former Echo journalist, publishes the Fossil Fool Bulletin, and the first edition’s lead story shows how a Queensland government agency set up to protect politicians from stalkers is being used, Sovietstyle, to silence a gas company whistleblower. Email fossil. fool.bulletin@gmail.com with the subject ‘subscription’.

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Oh dear – according to findings by the Monash University-Scanlon Foundation Social Cohesion Program, just 28 per cent of Australians ‘trust the federal government to do the right thing by them, either most of the time or almost always, compared to 48 per cent in 2009’. So what can a largely privately educated political class that swims in a swampy soup of corporate donations do about that?

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Alt nursery rhyme band Bunny Racket (www.bunnyracket.com) collapse after their big gig at Lismore’s Artstate on Saturday. Photo Jeff ‘Mixup Mytosis’ Dawson

ing public sentiment and then had to to backflip after his masters told him what to do. More by Mungo, page 14.

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Last time a banking royal commission nearly got legs, it was narrowly defeated by the vote of big QLD pro-mining, anti-environment MP George Christensen (Nationals), who was spooked at the time because the nation’s AAA rating might be tarnished. Isn’t it better to live in a world of reality than illusion though?

Andy Paine and Tim Webb.

They are the six ‘peace pilgrims’ who last September entered the secret US spy base Pine Gap, located near Alice Springs. They escaped jail on Tuesday after facing

a possible seven-year jail term and instead were fined between $1,250 and $5,000 for ‘unlawful entry.’ One of the activists, Andy Paine, said, ‘We have no regrets for standing up against war.’

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Who doesn’t adore frogs?

Unfortunately many of the nation’s known 240 native frogs are under threat and to help combat the population decline, the Australian Museum have launched the smartphone app FrogID. To find out more about the crowdsourcing project visit www. frogid.net.au. It’s not easy being green, as our decorative councillors may well attest to.

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