The Byron Shire Echo – Issue 32.43 – April 4, 2018

THE BYRON SHIRE Volume 32 #43 Wednesday, April 4, 2018

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How nature tells the future – p10

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Bluesman Rick Estrin (of the Nightcaps) were headliners for the third Bluesfest in 1992 at the Arts Factory. This year, they were warmly received at the Tyagarah Bluesfest site. Meanwhile, John Butler and 14 fellow performers unfurled a massive #Stop Adani banner that read Coral Not Coal. See more pics on page 13. Photo Jeff Dawson

It’s not every day you get to sing a duet with Lionel Richie. But Monday night, that’s what almost 7,000 women in a crowd that numbered close to 15,000 got to do when Diana Ross failed to show.

The original member of the soul funk band The Commodores took to the Mojo stage to perform one of the most memorable shows of Bluesfest, finishing with a rousing rendition of We are the World and of course, followed up with an encore of the song everyone was waiting to hear All Night Long.

Peter Noble told The Echo, ‘In the microcosm that is our five-day Bluesfest, it’s easy to forget there is a world outside with all the things that are going on. I must admit I forgot

about the Commonwealth Games, but I would like to wish everyone well. Spectators and participants.’ Back to Blues – Peter was full of praise for everyone who attended, those who performed, and those who worked behind the scenes. ‘We have had an amazing five days and nights. I loved our Boomerang Festival and I thought the closing ceremony was the best one yet. Take a bow, Rhoda Roberts.’

Knockout performances One of the other knockout performances was by 22-year-old Tash Sultana, the one-woman band who held thousands captivated on Sunday night. John Butler had to pull out some pretty spectacular guitar

work to follow her.

Which of course he did. ‘Tash Sultana proved without a doubt why she is Australian’s most popular new contemporary artist,’ says Mr Noble.

Bluesfest is about breaking acts, but it’s also about music industry legends, Robert Plant’s Friday show being one of the most anticipated for die-hard Led Zeppelin fans.

But it wasn’t just the superfamous internationals who made the cut.

Some of our local talent got to share the bill as well. ‘Miss Renee Simone played our Mojo main stage on Sunday to an adoring crowd,’ concluded Noble.

And that was the festival from the director’s chair at the 29th Byron Bluesfest 2018.

Council’s Community Solutions Panel (CSP) wrapped up last week, and have presented their final report to councillors on how the recent rate-rise money will be spent on the Shire’s infrastructure.

The panel of 28 randomly selected anonymous residents and ratepayers were brought together by the NewDemocracy foundation at the request of councillors to improve trust within the community.

According to the CSP final report provided to The Echo, infrastructure was divided into categories, ranked in percentage according to importance. They were: urban roads (12.9 per cent), footpaths and cycleways (11.2 per cent), rural roads (10.7 per cent), urban stormwater (9.4 per cent), rural drainage (9.4 per cent), bridges and footpaths (9.3 per cent), public toilets (7.7 per cent), playgrounds and parks (6.6 per cent), community buildings (6.2 per cent), bus shelters (5.8 per cent), open spaces and sportsfields (5.7 per cent) and pools (5.1 per cent).

Committed According to this particular model, councillors have committed to implement the panellists’ preferences.

A disclaimer in the report says, ‘It is not the intention of the CSP that this chart be used to divide infrastructure spending as per the exact percentages.

The chart is intended to inform Byron Shire Council’s decisionmaking priorities with a clear indication of how the community perceives the importance of various

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infrastructure categories.’ If the rates alone do not fund the priorities, the panel made a list of considerations to pursue. They include, ‘grants; finance from external sources; seeking partnerships or corporate sponsorship from interested ethical businesses within the values of the ascribed recommendation; pursue voluntary contributions from the tourist-based accommodation industry to reinvest back into community infrastructure – this would include festivals, hotels, hostels, and any other short-term accommodation based on tourism; consider the possibility of introducing paid parking in tourist hotspots; continue to lobby state government where appropriate for extra funds and levies; Council to continue to raise revenue through use of its assets and to continue to examine more ways to raise revenue in this way; address the leasing strategy of assets so that it is financially consistent; merchandise Byron Shire brands, with room to create a mobile phone app; community involvement in lobbying the state government with guidance from BSC; short-term holiday letting paying for a licence to rent with severe penalties for non-compliance; crowdfunding or sweat power/equity to build new facilities such as playgrounds; invest in a university partnership to provide education for the Shire, with a potential long-term lease for a greenfield site; and invest in Cavanbah Centre to upgrade facilities to the level for elite sporting teams.’ The Echo was advised the cost for NewDemocracy’s consulting was $41,000.

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18 Burringbar St, Mullumbimby 6684 6226 www.mullumchemsave.com.au 2 April 4, 2018 The Byron Shire Echo

Greens mayor Simon Richardson and Nationals parliamentary secretary for northern NSW Ben Franklin with the president of the Bangalow Historical Society Vivienne Groec and members of the Society. Photo supplied

NSW government.’

Mr Franklin and Greens mayor Simon Richardson joined staff from Byron Bay’s Sandhills Early Childhood Centre to announce funding to upgrade the centre to create a healthier environment for both children and staff.

‘Sandhills Early Childhood Centre is a not-forprofit service in the heart of Byron Bay,’ said Danielle Layton, children’s services coordinator. ‘We are absolutely

thrilled to have won a grant, which enables us to refurbish our learning spaces kitchen, bathrooms, laundry and staff areas for the children and allow us to create the green and clean spaces that 21st century families expect,’ she said.

A second round of funding is available to community groups who have infrastructure projects. Council will be running submissions workshops and Jodi Frawley can be contacted on 6626 7209.

Plans for old STP pooh-poohed

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Heritage House in Bangalow and the Sandhills Early Childhood Centre in Byron Bay are set to benefit from state government funding worth more than $570,00.

The funding was announced last Thursday and is part of the NSW government’s $200 million Stronger Country Communities Fund.

It supports infrastructure projects such as refurbishing or building new community facilities including kitchens, libraries, parks, walking and cycle pathways, health centres, halls and playgrounds.

Heritage House in Bangalow will receive a grant of $320,154 and the Sandhills Early Childhood Centre in Byron Bay will receive $255,763.

Nationals parliamentary secretary for northern NSW Ben Franklin said, ‘This significant funding [for the Heritage House in Bangalow] will see the creation of a new hub that will allow for exploration of family history. The hub will include a new display and reading room, which will give the public digital access capabilities to link them to family history records held by the

Byron Shire Council has been accused of using gibberish on its latest piece of signage, advising locals it is seeking Expressions of Interest (EoI) for the site of the old South Byron Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) on Broken Head Road.

The 7.76-hectare site located at 1 Broken Head Road operated as the South Byron STP from 1972 until it was decommissioned in 2005.

And like the decommissioned Brunswick Heads STP, it attracted bird watchers.

Jan Olley from Byron Bird Buddies (BBB) told The Echo in January she found out that the Brunswick STP pond had been filled in. Remediation for the Byron site is underway.

She said, ‘Bird watching is a big tourist drawcard and it could benefit the Shire – not that I want huge numbers tramping all through the habitat. [Yet] this Shire does a poor job of promoting or valuing our biodiversity. I must admit I got the impression that Council or the mayor did not understand this aspect of nature tourism. BBB gets a lot of inquirers in this regard.’

Meanwhile resident Patrick Campbell describes the sign

at the start of the Suffolk Park bike track by Council as ‘a fine example of gibberish masking some ulterior motive’.

Another local resident, Louise Andrews, described the area as ‘a haven of wildlife and tranquillity’.

‘The ominously vague notice seeks expressions of interest from “suitably qualified and experienced members of the public… to partner with Council in the masterplanning and development of this strategic site.”

‘Who are these suitably qualified people? What development is planned? … The community is already enjoying the benefit of this unspoiled and ecologically delicate area’, Ms Andrews said.

‘In a town gone crazy, it is becoming increasingly difficult for residents to find places away from the madding crowds, places offering serenity and a chance to simply immerse in the beauty of the natural world,’ Ms Andrews said.

But Council staff says there is a perfectly legitimate reason for the opaque wording on the sign near the entrance to the old STP site.

Innovation Acting GM Mark Arnold said, ‘To ensure we don’t stifle innovation in the EoI process, Council hasn’t specified land use or development requirements for the site and is open to all options.’

‘We are excited about exploring what the private and non-government sectors, including not-for-profits, philanthropists and other groups can bring to the table as part of the EoI process,’ he added.

Given the strategic location, Council believes it has the potential to ‘host a landmark development,’ that will be ‘a catalyst to stimulate social, community and environmental benefits in particular, but also beneficial economic outcomes for Council and ratepayers,’ according to Council’s website.

Yet Council appears reliant on a private partnership, as it doesn’t want to sell the land, and doesn’t have the resources to do anything itself.

For more information on Council’s EOI, visit www. byron.nsw.gov.au/Projectsand-initiatives/1-BrokenHead-Road-redevelopmentproject.

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Two services for local homeless people have received a much-needed $20,000 donation from a group of local businesses.

Forty local brands, located in the Habitat building, donated the equivalent of ten per cent of their Christmas sales to help the Community Showers and Homeless Breakfast programs, which take place in Byron Bay each week.

The donation was handed to the head of the Byron Community Centre (BCC), which runs the projects, on March 28.

Centre manager Paul Spooner said the money would sustain the Community Showers program for another 12 months. ‘The showers program was set up in response to the homeless not having anywhere to get a hot shower in Byron Bay,’ Cr Spooner said. ‘When the Fletcher Street cottage was shut down a couple of years ago community health concerns were expressed. ‘The old girl guides hut was

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Helen Hamilton from the BCC, Rahena Duncombe and John Ryan from the Homeless Breakfast with Cath Watson of Showers for the Homeless Outreach program. Cr Paul Spooner and Brandon Saul are pictured in the background. Photo Jeff ‘Showered’ Dawson

unused and so we started the project there two mornings a week. People can get a hot shower with soap and shampoo and everything like that and then use a clean towel.’ The Homeless Breakfast happens on Wednesday mornings behind the Byron Bay Community Centre.

Habitat developer, Bran-

don Saul, said the particular charity was selected to ensure Christmas proceeds helped the Byron Bay community. ‘This was a way to show how much we value the community,’ Mr Saul said. ‘We want the wider community to benefit from this concept and the work we do, and we hope this donation

will assist Byron Community Showers to achieve their own community goals. ‘We have so much in store for 2018 and we hope to continue supporting these types of initiatives throughout the year.’

Boy hospitalised after snake bite A nine-year-old boy is recovering in hospital after having his finger bitten by a juvenile brown snake in Lennox Head on Sunday.

After being rushed to Lismore Base Hospital, the boy was transported in a stable condition by helicopter to the Gold Coast University Hospital for further treatment.

Snake bite protocol According to St John Ambulance protocol, ‘All known or suspected snake bites must be treated as potentially lifethreatening, and medical aid should be sought urgently.’ The first step, says the protocol, is to assess the situation by applying DRSABCD, which

stands for Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, CPR and Defibrillation. ‘Do not wash venom off the skin or clothes because it may assist identification. ‘Lie the patient down and ask them to keep still. Reassure the patient. ‘If on a limb, apply an elasticised roller bandage (10–15 cm wide) over the bite site as soon as possible. ‘Apply a further elasticised roller bandage (10–15 cm wide), starting just above the fingers or toes and moving upwards on the bitten limb as far as can be reached. ‘Use clothing or other material if an elasticised roller bandage is not available.

‘Apply the bandage as tightly as possible to the limb.

Immobilise the bandaged limb using splints. ‘Keep the patient lying down and completely still (immobilised). ‘Write down the time of the bite and when the bandage was applied. ‘If possible, mark the location of the bite site (if known) on the skin with a pen, or photograph the site. ‘Stay with the patient until medical aid arrives.’ It’s recommended to keep a roll of elasticised bandage in a handy place in your home or car.

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Art Expo treasures young people The Ocean Shores Art Expo committee has responded to Byron Youth Service’s call for community support by donating $1,000.

Treasures is the 2018 theme for the three-day Art Expo, to be held August 24 till 26 at the Ocean Shores Public School.

President Richard HazlewoodRoss praised the work of the youth service in valuing, supporting and advocating for young people.

He said, ‘Youth are our treasures for in them lies the power of rebellion and the hope for positive social evolution. We hope this donation will foster their ongoing creativity, action and vision.’

The Ocean Shores Art Expo offers more than $6,500 in prize money and is open to all artists. Entries close July 24. For more details visit www.

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March 21 marked the autumn equinox, Harmony Day and the UN Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

In the spirit of this, The Commons, located on Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby, was transformed into a daytime marketplace. Local creations were showcased to support renewable solutions and vendors were encouraged to set up stalls and contribute one of their creations to a large raffle supporting positive solutions to the pollution.

Stalls ranged from AuroSoma with Renalda Kleeman to Circular Economy Innovation Hubs with Steven Liaros and Nilmini De Silva, displays from the Hemp Culture shop in Mullumbimby, Zenthai Shiatsu with Gabrielle Bohnet, Sea Shepherd and Wilderness Society and so many more. A big thankyou to all the market stalls for showing up and supporting the vision!

The opening ceremony initiated strong grounding to the vision of 100 per cent renewable energy for Australia and the evening gathering turned into a high-vibration music event, with presentations from PowerOn and Corem.

PowerOn launched their vision for accelerated collaboration between activism, community energy and cultural and festival events, their first event being this equinox gathering to support a largescale solar-thermal plant in central QLD. COREM launched their survey for renewable solutions in the

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Byron Shire and announced that they would be converting Wildspace to solar!

The night included an art auction with donations from Paol Serret, Nada Loiteron, Howie Cooke and Elsie Ula Luna.

Thank you to all these inspiring artists for collaborating with the renewable energy movement and environmental activism. An effigy of a solar thermal plant was also burnt as a representation of the intention for 100 per cent renewable energy and a serpent was spotted arising from the ashes!

Overall, this entry by donation event raised more than $3,000; this goes directly towards supporting Sol Reflection solar thermal co-operative and generator in central QLD (solreflections.org). In this way, our first-light region continues to focus vision and pioneer support for positive solutions to phase out coal and gas. We are so grateful to everyone involved in this mass collaboration and equinox vision.

Massive thanks to Benji at Son Of Drum, Nexus Sound,

The Source, Santos and IGA for all the sound and food supply. To all the market stall vendors and businesses who donated to the raffle of abundance we are truly grateful. Thanks also to Mullum Herbals, Osushi, Pure Melt, Sophia Fletcher Music, Plant and Sun, Food for Life, Moontimediary, Jess Saunders and Hemp Culture. Thanks goes to Uncle Denis Walker and the mob for blessing us with their presence and holding the space.

As a sustained effort to this project and fundraiser, Howie Cooke has donated his whale piece Ocean of Love, this is being auctioned as a silent auction with the condition that it stays in a public space to be viewed by the community.

Please contact Frontlineunity Facebook page or email hknavara@gmail.com or call 0431 755 220 to make an offer, the starting price is at $1,000 with all proceeds going towards SolReflection.

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Walking the disused railway line Paul Bibby

The old abandoned train tunnel rises out of the bush like the gaping mouth of some ancient animal.

Engulfed by lantana on both sides, it doesn’t come into view until you’re about ten metres away, having hacked and scrambled through the undergrowth.

When you hit the tunnel there’s a strong sense of having stumbled across someone’s lair.

And that’s exactly what it is.

About 20 metres into the void, someone or some people have built what can best be described as a cage, though it’s probably more about keeping people out rather than keeping them in.

Dozens of tree branches have been interlaced to form two ‘walls’ about five metres apart creating an enclosed space.

Inside the cage are mattresses and bedding, an old couch, empty bottles, plastic bags and a carpet of old wrappers and newspaper.

There’s enough room to slip around the side of the first wall, step carefully over the possessions, and escape out through another gap on the other side.

A few steps farther and you’re out the other side, back into the light…

Track transformed Fourteen years after the closure of the Murwillumbah line, the track has been transformed.

As the seemingly endless debate over the future of the rail corridor continues to rage, the line itself is quietly evolving into a wild and rotting but fascinating place.

Nature has well and truly moved in, and so have the fringes of the local community.

The track between Mullumbimby and Ocean Shores is so overgrown it took my companion and myself five hours to make the journey.

We had to leave the rails for large stretches because they were too overgrown, finding alternative routes alongside until the scrub cleared.

The rails, not surprisingly, are covered with deep, red rust that in places seems to have eaten most of the way through.

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rotten, splintered mess.

In a few places they have been simply shoved aside by camphor laurel trees that have somehow managed to force their way up through the track’s rocky foundations.

The rail bridges spanning the Brunswick River and its tributaries are in a similarly parlous state. The sleepers are particularly rotted here, and are completely missing in some places.

With rotting support timbers, you don’t have to be an engineer to see that they’re not structurally sound.

So what does this mean for the future of the line and the debate between those who want it used for its original purpose and those who would prefer a picturesque bike and walking track?

It’s clear from even a short walk along the track that reopening the line for heavy rail would require completely tearing up some parts of the track and rebuilding it.

Some stretches where the rail corridor has been better maintained are evidently in much better shape and would require less work, but in the bushy areas nature appears to have taken over almost completely.

Returning all of these stretches to useable rail line would cost tens if not hundreds of millions, not to mention the ongoing cost of maintenance.

But it’s evident from the experience of other local shires that converting the line into a walking and bike track wouldn’t be cheap either.

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turning the stretch of track from Casino to Lismore into a rail trail.

It led Lismore councillor Greg Bennett to ask, ‘does anyone else think this is absolutely ridiculous?’.

‘Why would the state government even consider funding this waste of taxpayers’ money?’ Cr Bennett asked.

‘Surely $15 million would go a long way to restoring trains to the Lismore/Casino line.’

The Echo can’t comment on the state of that particular stretch of line, but having seen the state of the rails between Mullumbimby and Ocean Shores, it is easy to imagine $15m being swallowed up very quickly.

Nature taking over And the longer the government authorities wait the more expensive any major project will become because nature is slowly gobbling up what’s left of the line.

Having said that, an ambitious government planning to put trains back on this section of track, or indeed a walking track, wouldn’t have to start completely from scratch.

The most basic foundations of the rail corridor appear to still be intact.

It’s a tribute to the original engineers and workers that there have been no major mudslides, rockfalls or obvious failures of the rail cuttings.

The tunnels, too, appear to be completely intact.

Which helps to explain why they have attracted so much human attention.

Each of the three tunnels

we encountered had evidently been used as a place to sleep, to party, and to create.

The second tunnel we encountered – a beautiful, 100m-long cathedral-like structure – was adorned with about a dozen pieces of retro tunnel art.

The artists had taken advantage of the huge ‘canvas’ to spray old-school 1980sstyle New York subway-style pieces with ornate, garish backgrounds.

The still-vibrant colours suggested some were little more than a year or two old.

Given that the most likely outcome for the line, at least in the short-to-medium term, is the status quo, it seems likely that the fringe dwellers will be allowed to continue their activities largely uninterrupted.

The debate over the future of the track will continue and nature will continue her inevitable course, reclaiming the line and returning it – sleeper by sleeper – back to the earth.

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Professor Marc Cohen has long been on a mission to bring attention to worldwide wellness. At this year’s Spirit Festival (April 20 till 22), this Professor of Heath Sciences at RMIT will be running sessions on extreme wellness. So what does that mean exactly?

‘It is different for every person,’ says Cohen, ‘but when I talk about “extreme wellness” it is about what you can do consciously to affect all your cells. It’s how you talk to your cells.’

‘To talk to your cells you need to use glucose, carbon dioxide, oxygen, temperature, and water.

‘Most of our cells in our body have enough glucose, enough oxygen, and they are rarely stressed.

‘If I make an analogy, it’s like you have a fridge with heaps of food coming into your house and the back of your fridge gets clogged up with stuff you never eat.

‘Your cells are like that.

No-one is starving any more so their food stores get choked up. You have mouldy food in the cells. Intermittent fasting is one way of stressing cells to clear them out. Feasting and fasting.’

When he is talking about this, Cohen isn’t necessarily talking about long periods of fasting, just prolonging those periods where we have a ‘food’ break – such as between dinner and breakfast.

‘We all fast every day,’ says Cohen. ‘That’s why we have breakfast – we break our fast.

‘But if we do that consciously, think about the last thing you eat and the first time you eat and extend that period, we give the body a chance to process and digest.

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Professor Cohen believes we need to get back in touch with hunger. ‘The feast is in the first bite,’ he laughs.

‘My mum always said that hunger is the best cook.

‘When you eat you really appreciate it… Your cells get a chance to rest and process things properly.’

So how does temperature work?

‘With all things I look for a comfort place of homeostasis,’ says Cohen.

Bliss point ‘It’s the bliss point, where you don’t have to do anything in the body to change it.

‘You have a tolerance point either side of that…[for example] Too much or too little glucose, temperature too high or too low.

‘It’s good to test your airconditioning and heating system internally. If you make yourself cold, you force yourself to create heat. It burns white fat. You don’t burn fat when you exercise; usually it will be glucose and muscle.

‘So if you are cooling yourself down, set the thermostat in the house a bit lower. Go-

ing from hot to cold is really effective. It has so many benefits.

‘Hot and cold showers open the blood vessels and turn on the cooling systems.

‘Your heart is pounding when you go to cold – it contracts all your blood vessels.

You have 100,000 kilometres of blood vessels lined by smooth muscle that you can’t consciously relax and contract, but you can use temperature to force them to open and close.

‘It’s a powerful thing to do for your health, because one of the biggest causes of death is vascular disease and stroke.

‘We don’t really exercise our vascular system.

‘Saunas are also useful, with the recommendation that people move between warmth and coldness. Unfortunately, unlike the Finns, we don’t have snow, so we have to make do with plunge pools and ice baths.

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‘They are pre-cancerous and they are so comfortable that they hang around and develop cancer. If you stress them, those cells can’t tolerate it. You give yourself a cellular workout when you do hot and cold, feasting and fasting.

‘The mitochondria start talking directly to your mind from inside your cells. It’s a mindfulness practice; you just have to stay there a little bit longer!’

The same process can be done with controlled breathing, says Cohen. ‘If you hyperventilate, take 40 big breaths in and out, you get dizzy because you blow away your carbon dioxide. I have been doing a tour with Wim Hof (the extreme Dutch athlete also known as the Iceman and an advocate for icebaths).

‘You breathe until you are a bit dysphoric, maybe dizzy and tingly, and then you breathe as little as you can. Then you hold your breath.’

Alternating between high carbon dioxide and low oxygen, then high oxygen and low carbon dioxide, also stresses the body and exposes it to the internal stress that Cohen believes we need for extreme wellness.

Professor Cohen believes that stress is a good thing for human health.

Not stress from the modern world that contributes to overload, such as social media, or demands on attention.

But environmental stressors.

In his upcoming session, he asks those wanting to embark on extreme wellness to ask themselves a simple question: ‘What can you tolerate?’

Professor Marc Cohen will be presenting at the Spirit Festival (April 20 till 22).

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Local News Erfan Daliri pays respect to Renew Fest heritage Social animator, author, youth educator, event director and international spoken word artist Erfan Daliri will be a key headline speaker for the upcoming Renew Fest 2018, held May 18 till 20 at the Mullumbimby showground.

Festival director Ella Rose Goninan says, ‘I’m absolutely thrilled Erfan said yes to our invitation to present on the Radicle stage.’

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‘His ability to inspire many

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Erfan says, ‘I said yes to presenting at Renew Fest because of its shared intention to that of NewKind Festival’.

‘Renew like NewKind recognises the festival platform is a really powerful agent for offering a visceral, embodied learning experience of change.

‘We are both aiming to use the festival platform to bring about real tangible change that lives within us as individuals first, which we then take out into the world to make the world a better place.’

For tickets and more info go to www.renewfest.org.au.

ing for greater transparency, sustainability and ethics in the fashion industry.

Satisha says, ‘Not being a competitive person by nature and not having been encouraged to “compete and succeed”, achieving the Toastmasters’ Competent Communicator award recently is a major turning point for me. I am passionate about the impact of the fashion industry from a social and environmental level and I am now using the skills learned at Toastmasters to

present and share information about Fashion Revolution.’

Satisha has a business called The Shire Seamstress where she encourages people to ‘mend & make do’, up-cycle and refashion existing clothing or make new clothing from eco-fabrics.

She has also taken part in the worldwide movement #whomademyclothes, which is held every year in Fashion Revolution week from April 23 till 29. This movement honours the Rana Plaza building

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Locking up the two per cent Indigenous incarceration rates since colonisation have been a disgrace by any measure, and continue to be a failure of politics and human decency.

Throughout Australia’s history, there have been attempts to address this inequity and related issues such as health and life expectancy, but much of those have failed.

Yet there is still hope; prime minister Malcolm Turnbull and Labor’s opposition leader Bill Shorten have agreed on the scope of a new parliamentary committee that will seek to find ‘common ground’ and work towards a successful referendum on Indigenous recognition in the Constitution.

Perhaps it’s the big-ticket item that can help reduce incarceration rates, for starters.

Meanwhile, another big-picture item is that political attitudes underpin any action – or lack of it.

The admission of injustice by former Labor PMs has gone some way to alleviate the pain inflicted upon first Australians; both Keating and Rudd admitted to the crimes inflicted upon Indigenous Australians.

Yet they were some time ago – Keating outlined the problems in his 1992 Redfern speech after the Mabo decision and Rudd’s apology in parliament was made ten years ago.

While Labor have yet to act meaningfully towards Indigenous reconciliation while in power, the Liberal-National coalition has a far worse record. It goes back to Menzies, who founded the party in 1945.

Malcolm Fraser (Liberal PM 1975 – 1983) said there was ‘no need to feel guilty over the sins of the past – after all, these were matters over which they had no control’ (source: www.aph.gov.au).

War criminal John Howard (Liberal PM 1996 – 2007) maintained this attitude. Howard said the ‘black armband’ view of our history wasn unduly negative. This was an attempt to play down any guilt and maintain confidence in the nation’s history.

In his Sir Robert Menzies lecture in 1996, Howard said, ‘I believe that the balance sheet of our history is one of heroic achievement and that we have achieved much more as a nation of which we can be proud than of which we should be ashamed. In saying that, I do not exclude or ignore specific aspects of our past where we are rightly held to account. Injustices were done in Australia and no-one should obscure or minimise them. But in understanding these realities, our priority should not be to apportion blame and guilt for historic wrongs, but to commit to a practical program of action that will remove the enduring legacies of disadvantage.’

So what has been that ‘action’?

Report after report on how to improve the quality of life for Indigenous Australians has been ignored by consecutive governments.

The Uluru Statement is the most recent, rejected by Liberal PM Malcolm Turnbull (2015–).

Yet immediate action can be taken, according to the nation’s peak legal lobby group.

The Australian Law Reform Commission’s latest report, Pathways to Justice – An Inquiry into the Incarceration Rate of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, suggests legislative reforms to address the shameful overrepresentation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in our prisons.

NSW Bar Association president Arthur Moses SC said, ‘Although Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults comprise two per cent of the population, they make up 27 per cent of prisoners nationwide.’

Some of the report’s recommendations for the justice system include the introduction of specific sentencing legislation to allow courts to take account of unique systemic and background factors affecting Indigenous peoples; the revision of bail laws to require bail authorities to consider cultural issues that arise owing to a person’s Aboriginality; the repeal of mandatory or presumptive sentencing regimes that have a disproportionate effect on Aboriginal offenders; establishment of an independent justice reinvestment body overseen by a board with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership and the establishment of properly resourced specialist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sentencing courts to be designed, implemented and in consultation with Aboriginal organisations.’

The report is available at www.alrc.gov.au/publications/pathwaysjustice-summary.

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alcolm Turnbull spent the last week of the current parliament howling at the moon – baying about just how wonderful his corporate tax cuts would be, the remorseless logic of the laws of supply and demand, the purity of Economics 101.

There was just one problem: he didn’t have the numbers to pass them, and in spite of his insistence that he would just keep coming back until the senate saw things his way, the fact that he has already been trying for two years suggests that further effort does not look promising.

The indefatigable Matthias Corman managed to corral the Hansonites, and a handful of other crossbenchers with a combination of arm-twisting, back-handers and essentially whatever it takes, but two, Derryn Hinch and Tim Storer (who?), remained intransigent and despite Turnbull’s determined optimism, it looks likely that they will stay unbribed.

In the circumstances, Turnbull’s ranting away in question time seemed only mildly sillier than the Australian Business Council (BCA) mounting a television campaign to convince the uninterested masses that when business thrives, the whole country thrives – a line about as convincing as the old slogan ‘What’s good for General Motors is good for the USA.’ The fact that an indignant member has leaked the outcome of a BCA survey that has revealed that if the businessmen ever get their hands on the loot, fewer than a fifth of them will use it to increase jobs, let alone raise wages – they would much rather shovel it out to themselves and their shareholders – suggests that their expensive (but of course tax-deductible) advertising will involve pushing shit uphill. And it got worse when another leak revealed that the BCA crusaders also refused to commit to trans-

parency over their affairs (others might call it simple honesty) or even to paying tax; stronger together indeed.

Bill Shorten has promised to repeal any tax cuts that, improbably, the parliament might eventually pass. There has been a bit of confected outrage about sovereign risk – how can businesses prepare for the future if governments keep changing the rules – but under that logic no incoming government could ever change anything that mattered and in any case the bulk of the cuts would not even come through until some years after the next election. And in any

expected to leap like a startled springbok into vibrant life, scattering jobs, growth and wages in all directions, then think again: any tangible (meaning actually affecting ordinary voters) benefits will be meagre and distant – if they happen at all.

So the spin doctors will need a lot of Viagra to move the masses towards enthusiasm for a policy that they have repeatedly shown they do not really want.

And it will not help that the Royal Commission is daily unearthing further atrocities from the big banks – the symbol of fear and loathing, the arch enemy of fairness and equality.

…the pattern from the big end of town and its political supporters [is] they are above the rules

by Mungo MacCallum case, all the evidence is that not too many Australian businesses spend a lot of time preparing for the future, so it won’t make much difference.

So why does Turnbull keep raising the stakes when everyone else around the table is certain he has a losing hand? Because, as he kept insisting last week, it is economic orthodoxy, written in stone in Economics 101. And besides, it seems he hasn’t any other ideas.

So presumably Corman will reload his carpetbags to be ready for the budget session and keep offering larger and larger concessions and inducements to Hinch and Storer until they fold – while praying that the somewhat tenuous deals he has made with the other crossbenchers will hold firm before they realise that they too can get away with a bit more gazumping as Turnbull scrabbles desperately for a win.

But if, and when, he gets one – then what? If the economy is

It is unlikely that the voters will spontaneously applaud Turnbull when – if – he finally delivers vast sums of money to the bankers who have lied, cheated and defrauded them for years and have finally been hauled to account. Obviously they have not yet got the message: has there ever been a more egregious example of chutzpah than the Commonwealth Bank, which, while drawing breath between fending off charges of years of blatant corporate chicanery, has found time to withdraw its sponsorship from cricketers who have been involved in ball tampering?

But this is the pattern from the big end of town and its political supporters: they are above the rules, beyond the normal standards they preach with such unctuous determination. It is not just the culture of the Australian cricket team that needs an urgent renovation. And until Turnbull faces the complexities of a culture in which the politics transcend

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by Ian Rogers Fabiano Caruana’s remarkable win of the Candidates Tournament in Berlin this week – a victory which earned the 25-year-old the right to challenge Magnus Carlsen for the world title later this year – has set off a battle for bragging rights about his nationality.

At his winner’s press conference Caruana made a point of saying, ‘I really hope [as a result of my victory], chess becomes more popular in both the USA and Italy.’

However, almost simultaneously the Saint Louis Chess Club was issuing a press release indicating that Caruana’s decade representing Italy, from age 12 to 22, was to be written out of history. The club stated that Caruana was born in Miami and ‘relocated several times ultimately making Saint Louis his home in 2015.’

In fact Caruana’s family’s relocation to Europe in 2004 was to enable Caruana to pursue a chess career while also being closer to Caruana’s Italian grandparents. With extraordinary support from the

Economics 101, he will continue to struggle, and probably fail.

Yes, there is a class war, the one Turnbull and his millionaire mates have dominated so effortlessly and for so long. But by so blatantly taking the side of the rich and powerful, his attempts to gain favour with the rest looks like both humbug and futility.

His current attempt is to search out the elderly and income poor to claim that Shorten’s revised tax plan will reduce them to penury. Using this tactic on real pensioners showed promise until Shorten declared a blanket exemption for them so Turnbull moved on the so-called self-funded retirees, some of whom are indeed income poor.

The problem is that they are, by definition, asset rich – otherwise they would be entitled to the pension. It is difficult to imagine that the battlers will have much sympathy for those who have engineered their tax affairs to retain a million or more in shares and super.

Shorten has warned that the next election will be a referendum on tax. Turnbull can hardly deny it; assuming that Hinch and Storer cannot be bribed into submission, the choice will be between Turnbull’s cash splash for the companies or Shorten’s removal of some of the perks of the profligate Howard fat years to make way for tax cuts and social programs to benefit those in greater need – not to mention the chance of reducing a chunk of the long-running deficit.

Put that way (which is how Shorten and his allies will undoubtedly put it) Turnbull will need all his agility, nimbleness and legendary talent for innovation. Which means that his current strategy – shouting into the empty ether that the coalition wants you all to be unimaginably rich, honestly, truly, while Labor wants to steal your savings and flush them down the toilet – may not be sufficient.

Italian Chess Federation, he reached the heights of a world number two ranking in 2014.

In 2014 he achieved one of the greatest tournament performances of all time, winning the Sinquefield Cup in Saint Louis with 8.5/10 ahead of many of the world’s elite players including Carlsen.

At the closing of the tournament, Saint Louis billionaire and chess Maecenas, Rex Sinquefield, asked a provocative question: ‘This is directed to all the players except Hikaru [Nakamura, the sole US player in the field]. When are you going to start living in Saint Louis and playing for the US?’ Sinquefield subsequently made a million dollar plus offer to Caruana, an offer Italy could not match and in 2015 he did indeed relocate to Saint Louis and change allegiance.

In addition Caruana is being promoted to US media as the first US world title challenger since Bobby Fischer, Gata Kamsky’s 1996 challenge to Anatoly Karpov conveniently forgotten.

Thankfully Caruana remembers his Italian fans, even if those promoting him do not.

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Letters ating from Moscow intelligence bunkers. Instead, they are British, Eton educated, headquartered in the city of London and have close ties to Her Majesty’s government.’ (www.bellacaledonia.org. uk/2018/03/20/scl-a-verybritish-coup).

And they’ve interfered in elections in more than 60 countries. Nobody should be surprised. I wonder what Americans think of the British government is interfering in their elections.

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Sexist imagery Following on from Ray Moynahan’s letter (March 21) regarding the sexualised imagery, I would like to draw at-

tention to an image that carries the same type of message that has adorned the exterior side wall of a local pizza joint – Legends – for as long as I can remember.

I pass by it up to half a dozen times each week, on my way to the farmer’s market, the Pighouse Flicks, the monthly Sunday markets – none of whom, by the way, feel compelled to advertise their business with sexist imagery!

I look forward to a Byron Shire Council motion to put an end to all demeaning, sexualised and sexist advertising around the Shire, and for lo-

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Phoebe Havyatt Byron Bay

Manipulation Regarding the Cambridge Analytica issue Phillip Frazer is spot on (he makes a bit of a habit of that) but I wonder if he has read of this: International deception and meddling is the name of the game for SCL (CA’s parent company).

‘We finally have the most concrete evidence yet of shadowy actors using dirty tricks in order to rig elections. But these characters aren’t oper-

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Equinox signs from the bridge: How nature tells the future (ear-bones) and found that in any year, only 15 per cent of the freshwater residents actually migrated to the sea.

Most simply travelled up and down the waterway. A select few go to sea where their paths will criss-cross with the great humpback whales also migrating north.

More rain and flooding can be expected but usually to a lesser degree. That’s because the tropical cyclones are easing as weather power

shifts to become east-coast lows. Broadleaf paperbarks are flowering, soon to be followed by swamp mahogany.

The blossoms of the blackbean trees become pods.

Flocks of birds and bats will be at each of these trees in turn.

Lower down in the coastal swamps the lifecycles of butterflies turn with wetland plants. Under the grasses and rushes such as the Lomandra species, the arrowhead violet Viola betonicifolia is pollinated by common yellow grass butterflies Eurema hecabe. Sometimes, for reasons still unknown, these pale butterflies collect together on mysterious migratory journeys.

Also linked to arrowhead violets are the Australian Laced Wing Fritillary Argynnis hyperbius, who lay their eggs on the leaves. After the caterpillars feed and become butterflies, they will dine on blossoms within about a kilometre of their home plant. They are a pretty sight: their wings are fringed with black and coloured orangebrown with black spots. Being homebodies who depend on swamps, they are critically endangered outside of our region.

The Fritillary often carries a bacterial parasite Wolbachia. This infects the eggs, transforming males into infertile females. Sometimes infected females successfully reproduce without males.

The Wolbachia bacteria, which is found throughout the insect world, can also transfer some of its genes directly to the little animals.

This process is called horizontal gene transfer. It’s a powerful example of how genes are shared outside of the usual egg-sperm interchange during reproduction.

Scientists take advantage of Wolbachia and, in an effort to limit the breeding success of mosquitoes, they infect fe-

continued from page 9 spread misunderstanding and therefore misuse of the PSA testing used to diagnose prostate cancer, and that more men die with prostate cancer than from it (eg, 80 per cent of men who die over 80 will have prostate cancer but will die from other causes.)

I was shocked at the low

level of training given to clinicians to interpret statistics and research findings. Professor Gigerenzer calls for the general public to become more acquainted with interpreting research, as well as better training for our clinicians.

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pause on the bridge over the Tallow. My senses are full of the changes with the recent equinox. The signs are all around. The cooler wind wrestles with the last of the wet season heatwave.

From day to day, the temperature of the sea is now warmer than the air. The nights are getting longer. After the recent rains, the land is deeply watered. Wetlands are brimming. The season of mullet begins.

According to the Nyangbul Clan of the lower Richmond, these signs mark a seasonal shift in the cultural calendar. The people have certain expectations of the next few months in their Ngunya Jargoon, their wetlands. Byron Bay’s Cumbebin-Belongil complex, the Tallow wetlands and other coastal wetlands around Brunswick also share in these ecological patterns.

Likely there are parallels down to the Clarence and up to the Tweed.

Weather patterns

Where to learn the signs?

A view of the wetland from Tallow Footbridge. To the right is Byron Council’s former sewage works.

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males and release them. The Wolbachia interferes with reproduction but it offers some benefits too. During harsh conditions, it helps the stressed insects manage better. It also makes the insects more resistant to pesticides.

Meanwhile, the Southern Large Darter Telicota anisodesma is a rare butterfly of the lowlands. It may be near wetlands and also in sites such as Mount Warning National Park. They are skippers, darting from flower to flower. The tips of their antennae have a bend in them like a crochet hook. The caterpillars eat supple-jack Flagellaria indica (also known as bush cane).

Looking out for caterpillars has its uses. When ‘hairy

grubs’ (also called Processionary Caterpillars) go marching lined up one after another, they are hunting for a new tree for their nest. Don’t touch them – these larvae of the Bag Moth Ochrogaster lunifer are extremely poisonous. But tradition has it that the march is also a seasonal sign about boomers.

Boomers – mullet – will soon be on the run. In the coastal freshwater, the water temperature falls and the westerly winds increase. These are signals to adults who swarm together and head to the sea.

They travel in great shoals north and offshore to spawning grounds somewhere.

A few years ago, biologists Ashley Fowler and colleagues tested mullet otoliths

enormous faith in medical providers.

Iotragenic injury (ie that caused by the health system) is recognised as a serious problem in our health services (one stat I have seen is one in seven people who present at Emergency will experience it, and one in four who stay overnight).

A recent study found that cardiology patients do better when hospital cardiologists are away on conferences (https://bit.ly/2J5pw2H).

As a consequence of these shortcomings in our health system, we now have Choosing Wisely Australia, which provides five tips for making your healthcare decisions.

The tips’ acronym is BRAIN: B – What are the Benefits?

R – What are the Risks? A – What are the Alternatives?

I – What does your Intuition tell you? N – What if we do Nothing? This guideline should be given as standard procedure to everyone.

Our healthcare system has much to offer us. We also need to always seek continuity of care, and not settle for the fragmented care public health services provided.

Sally Cusack Possum Shoot

Byron master plan While I fully support the concept of developing a masterplan for the Byron foreshore and using an expert to do it, I can only hope that the brief for McGregor Coxall is to tread very lightly on the landscape.

While they are internationally recognised and do some amazing work, their redevelopment of Acland Street in St Kilda makes many of us cry every time we walk down there with appalling shopping-centre-style fake palm shelters dotting the street.

Maybe they should also have a look at the recent Wategos remediation works. We should have had native grasses and plants instead of half-dead grass/weeds, a more natural surface instead of yellow concrete for the walkway, and a less visually intrusive solution to keeping cars off the walkway than a dense line of unattractive bollards. Some of the Wategos charm has been lost.

Amanda Walton Wategos Beach Q McGregor Coxall ceased input into the masterplan process in 2016.

The hours of Barrio The original development application (DA) for the Habitat site was simple and clear. The

In 2018, how do people get to know these deeper meanings to the signs of the season?

Where do children and teens learn the details of such ecology? How about at a low-key community-based ecology centre! The location could be Byron Council land that was the old sewage treatment plant near the Tallow waterway. Birds and frogs already there might not object to such a gentle use of the site. They have messages of their own to share about the seasons.

Byron Council seeks Expressions of Interest for projects and partnerships for the Tallow site by 27 April 2018.

If you support the idea or can help with developing a proposal for a community-based Ecology Centre please urgently contact Dr M Gardner mgardneridea@gmail.com. hours of operation for commercial and retail areas were 8am till 6pm on Mondays to Fridays and 8am till 1pm on Saturdays.

The hours of operation for a canteen explicitly intended to service these businesses were set slightly shorter: 9am till 5pm Mondays to Fridays and 9am till 12pm on Saturdays. This was approved in February 2016 and work on the Habitat site proceeded on this basis. I believe these hours of operation were appropriate for a development directly opposite a residential area.

Seven months later a Section 96 (S96) amendment to this DA was lodged to extend the operating hours of the commercial and retail areas to ‘daylight hours’ while the hours for the canteen ballooned to ‘daylight hours until midnight’.

Confusion has arisen because the S96 also reaffirmed that the status of the canteen as a ‘restaurant or cafe... with the exception that it is generally to be used to service the residents/workers with the development’.

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Letters from previous page more clear about it and sought more explicit consent when he lodged his S96 application.

I suspect such an application would have been denied because it would have located a major new restaurant just 50m from homes when Habitat had hectares of space at their disposal.

Habitat’s neighbours expected a humble, low-impact canteen with a limited market but got a loud destination restaurant that is trying to establish itself on the local and national foodie scene. And has since applied for a liquor licence.

The issue isn’t whether this more expansive vision is good or bad but was the concept clearly communicated to Habitat’s neighbours in the DA process. The inconsistencies in the DA suggest that a clear plan was not put to us.

Fortunately the DA is unambiguous about noise. I congratulate Council for issuing a formal Noise Prevention Order and for holding Barrio accountable.

David Dixon Byron Bay

Extortion Next financial year, Byron Shire Council will engage in what can only be described as an act of extortion from

approximately 400 rural ratepayers who choose not to use the rural garbage service.

It is intended the full service charge of $347 will apply where $25 was previously levied for so called ‘availability’. This will reap Council an extra $150k.

If you are affected and disgusted by this gross act of inequity please call 6684 5385 and leave your contact details.

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Privileged nationals I’ll bet that when the Barnaby Joyce fiasco finally fizzled out, National Party supporters breathed a sigh of relief and assumed they would again ‘move forward’.

Well after they elected their new leader, an apparently reformed homophobe they’re more likely to be moving sideways.

Mr Michael McCormack’s previous forays into ‘Community attitudes’ when writing for the Wagga Wagga newspaper regarding the AIDS epidemic, and that gays were solely responsible for causing it, does leave his objectivity in serious question.

It could well be that the Nationals by electing another arch-conservative with extremist views as leader are in

for more of the same. Opinion polls continually show that the vast majority of intelligent people have moved on from the outdated homophobic views of the past.

At the last federal election, the National Party received 4.6 per cent of the national vote, the Queensland LNP 8.5 per cent and the Liberal Party 28.7 per cent: Even with a combined vote of 13.1 per cent the Nats and the LNP do seem overrepresented with 16 lower house seats when the Greens got ten per cent and hold one seat and One Nation got eight per cent and holds no seats.

This voting anomaly could explain why the extremeright ratbags seem to wield so much influence, and have over the years been so successful in preventing affirmative action on marriage equality, the Republic and the most important issue facing the whole world behind nuclear war – anthropogenic Climate Change.

Keith Duncan Pimlico

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Surely that’s a bit excessive.

The lead in to your article reads like the latest broadcast from Syria, Rawanda or Afghanistan.

A little over the top don’t you think to describe little more than an unexpected occurrence in a ball game?

But what actually is a ‘Horror’ is that intelligent, mature and supposedly worldly men choose to measure their own and their country’s value on the outcome, or in this case not even the outcome, but a small drama during something as arbitrary as a ball game.

A game predominantly played by men who are little more than adolescents who, as so aptly demonstrated in this little storm in the teacup that is International Cricket, have not the maturity even to refuse a request from authority even though the request was in obvious contradiction to the most simple rules of the game.

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This meaning extends well beyond the dark mouldy old

rooms deep within the round buildings that surround the beautifully maintained grass ovals in the old colonial nations worldwide.

This meaning extends throughout time to each and every generation of the human family from now until the end of time.

So let’s save the excessively alarmist rhetoric, not for the excessively inconsequential events within a failing sport-

ing code but for the things we actually need to be alarmed about. Lord knows there areplenty to choose from.

Marcus O’Mullane Byron Bay

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From now on, the only all-day parking available for this end of town is the Butler Street Reserve. This means that those of us working in town can now add a tenminute walk at each end of our day. Not to mention a lonely trek in the dark when the days are shorter.

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October 2017 is eternally inscribed in my mind. With no public notification large trucks began rapidly removing potentially carcinogenic soil and fill from the old sandmining site in Jonson Street with dust flying everywhere.

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This smacks of apartheid era South Africa – come clean our houses and do our dirty work, but then scurry out of town, please.

Business owners and their staff are the ones who keep this town humming along.

Not all of us are fit young backpackers. Some of us are older women who really aren’t up to a long trek on top of an 8–9-hour day on our feet!

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Letters from previous page requesting information and the destination of the fill.

Without public notification the trees in Railway Park were slaughtered, including a large mature Eucalptus Dunnii. This was justified by exgeneral manager of Byron Council Ken Gainger as necessary for improvements as part of the town’s masterplan project.

To date, Ken, who admitted to personally ordering the action, has faced no consequences. We could say ‘privilege protects privilege’.

To deflect from accountability Council employed Sydney-based consultants SINC solutions, who concluded ‘there was a level of confusion‘.

Visual evidence was supplied by Byron Environment Centre (BEC) that showed very clearly two impressions of the proposed restaurant near the felled trees. The first was a simple image with trees intact. The second an image of an extended veranda for clients who wished to eat outside of the restaurant.

The first image was the image that was submitted to the Masterplan team, the second image appears to be the real DA proposal complete with the veranda. To have the veranda the trees would have to be felled. Was Ken pleasing the cronies?

It could be argued that the masterplan team are the scapegoats. However, they do not help their cause being somewhat undemocratic and not writing minutes.

We are informed by a Greens Council representative: ‘The situation was unique… the GM was trying to get some things done before moving on’. Is this a credible statement? Or pure naivety?

This was also at a time when not only had the BEC been given an eviction order; a cleanup plan had leaked that it was to ‘get rid of the hippies’.

Ratepayers are to pay $21,780 for Ken’s mistake.

Should Ken not show atonement and pay back this money to the ratepayers? His treatment of the Butler Street community also cost the ratepayers significantly.

Jo Faith Newtown

Choice and freedom

What is the selfishness and anti-science mumbo jumbo that is being pushed by antivaccination promoters? (Letters March 21).

What is the reason why some people think that vaccination is the best way to stop

disease/illness? The latter could be called mainstream mumbo jumbo? The government might be complicit with this view, by upholding the established view of the science and medical establishment (even if it is wrong) and ignoring the not-established view of a different individual approach to a human being’s health.

DDT and thalidomide were the wonder chemical and drug that changed the world until the facts became known, then took years to stop the harmful effects. ‘Oh we stopped it when we found out’, is the repeating statement that is still happening today in many areas of life.

Overriding a person’s natural immune system is serious business. I am sure that a pro-vaccination promoter has neighbours and that if one or more of the neighbours insisted and tried to enforce upon them their belief that to consume a haggis every day and not eat fresh vegetables and fruit, and then condemn them with being worse than drink drivers and a danger to others if they didn’t, that would bring a new understanding for them unless they loved eating haggis.

This is how another individual might see things.

To try to remove a person’s choice of how they want to live their life, is not a wise thing to do.

If you choose to be vaccinated you will have that protection that is being offered.

What is there to be concerned about, unless it is incorrect?

Robert Podhajsky Ocean Shores

Market choices

Paul Spooner has labelled me a workplace bully. I have spent 17 years doing Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay, Coolangatta and Bangalow markets.

‘Ian has been loyal stallholder of Coolangatta Markets for 17 years and in this time, he has been a great stallholder,’ Damon Robbins, manager.

‘Ian is a permanent stallholder at Bangalow Markets.

In 17 years at the market we have never had any complaints or allegations made about him from any of the market staff, fellow stallholders or public. Ian has always followed our market conditions and has been supportive of the stallholders around him,’ Jeff Pritchard, manager.

‘Ian is a permanent stallholder at Brunswick Markets for 17 years. Ian turns up rain hail or shine, always on time with his stock. Many locals are regular customers to his stall, Ian has always kept

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within our rules and regulations and we have no problem with Ian. He is a welcome stallholder,’ Rosslyn Hogan, Manager.

Paul Spooner elected me to the Byron Community Markets Committee Advisory board in 2016. Out of 300 Byron Community Markets Stallholders ten people were elected. I was voted stallholder of the month in October 2016. Demonstrate the allegations against me.

Ian Brown Newrybar With all due respect to Byron Community Centre (BCC) staff loyalty it’s heartening to hear that management is implementing a new culture of anti-bullying.

However, these comments are made by relative newcomers to BCC and the question has to be asked: What caused malcontent and disharmony within the organisation in the first place? Why should a group of stallholders form an alliance and unionise themselves within such a harmonious management structure?

Since 2015, we have seen not one, but three market managers stand in exactly the same place where Ms Hardman is now. In fact, most of the market staff, bar one, are newcomers who extol the virtues of their employers, and denigrate certain stallholders as troublemakers or conspiracy theorists.

Why the need for an antibullying policy now? What sort of management culture finds the need for such a thing? Why are politicians involved in BCC management affairs?

Some of us wanted to stay at Butler Street Reserve and questioned why we needed to move our market to a new location. Instead of management support we were met with resistance, opposition, and bullying tactics from management staff.

There was no Code of Conduct then, and we had to write to Mr Spooner requesting that these tactics cease. The effect of this caused division in the stallholder community.

There were those staunchly opposed to Butler Street Reserve who gained the support of management, and the rest of us who could see no reason why we needed to move, were ostracised, and are now referred to as troublemakers and conspiracy theorists.

It was clear to us that BCC management would not support our cause in any way, and the alternative was to go it alone. Support has come from unexpected areas, the road to uncover the truth of

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As stallholders, we are in unfamiliar territory, but we’ve all lived locally in the area for a long time and have a certain fondness for Butler Street Reserve. I, for one, could never understand why, if the community trashed it in the first place, they wished to escape the responsibility of restoring it.

We did not fit within the overall vision BCC management had for the markets, otherwise their support to save the site would have been forthcoming. We surmised that it was perhaps Mr Spooner’s ‘many hats’ he wore – ie BCC general manager, councillor, Labor candidate – which further confused the issue.

It was always difficult to get a straight answer on anything, and at the Council meetings we attended to put forward our submissions for the reserve, he seemed to vehemently oppose it, calling it a ‘toxic waste dump’.

Well, that theory backfired. Yes, it is a toxic waste dump and now Council have to clean it up. I’m glad the reserve got saved. I oppose your statement, which I think was directed at us about bullying, because I can assure you I (secretary of Rainbow Region Stallholders Association) and our committee members have always operated with diplomacy and integrity.

I believe that the management culture at BCC would benefit from a reflective look within itself to see how it can best unite the stallholder community rather than create further division by its oppositional methodology.

Jules Claydon Ocean Shores

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Eight (8) Wednesdays, 6.30pm to 9pm starting May 2nd @ The Women’s Shack (Red Tent Yoga), Byron Bay. Spaces are limited. To book now or for more details go to www.mrsmindfulness.com/retreats or get in touch @ support@mrsmindfulness.com or 0401 359 559.

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A new face for the sales team at Elders Bangalow Chris Clarke a licensed real estate agent has recently joined the sales team at Elders Bangalow. In more recent times he has owned and operated his own successful rural real estate agenc,y achieving record sales, while building a strong reputation as a dedicated agent working hard for his vendors. Chris has been busy following his dreams of living on rural acreage and building successful, creative enterprises while enjoying vibrant

community life.

Chris lives with his two young daughters in Corndale, where he enjoys being involved in the local school P&C and the many rewarding community events and activities that are a part of community lifestyle in the Byron hinterland and that we are lucky to share. ‘I feel incredibly fortunate to live and work in our stunning corner of Australia and I am looking forward to be being able to help others in finding home, community and a dream lifestyle on our patch,’ says Chris.

Elders Real Estate Bangalow’s principals, Janice Maple and Duncan Lorimer, said that Chris’s rural real estate experience will be a wonderful complement to their existing sales team.

The team at Elders Bangalow have a great offer on at the moment: If you list your property under exclusive agency with Elders Bangalow in April, May, or June, upon settlement they will donate part of their commission to a charity or community organisation of your choice – which just goes to show what top people they are!

Local interior designer up for award Local interior design firm Louise Walsh Interior Design and Decoration is finalist in 2018 Dulux Colour awards.

The finalists for the 2018 Dulux Colour Awards have been announced. This year, a record-breaking 305 entries have been narrowed down to a field of 124 finalists in project is to provide our clients with a sonine categories. phisticated, timeless interior that exceeds Now in its 32nd year, the program actheir expectations.’ knowledges the creative and outstandPhotos Maree Homer www.mareehomer.com ing use of colour across commercial and residential spaces in Australia and New Zealand.

Andrea Lucena-Orr, Dulux colour planning and communication manager, said, ‘Architects and designers have really pushed the boundaries with colour application to create uplifting, engaging – and often thoroughly surprising’.

Louise Walsh has been nominated in the Single Residential Interior category for its Bangalow Project. Louise is thrilled to be nominated for the award. ‘We live and Pia, Kelly, Laurette, Louise from Louise breathe interiors. Our mission on every Walsh Interior Design.

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TUKI MORI - 753 Wilsons Creek Rd, Wilsons Creek MUST BE SOLD Auction on-site Sunday 22th April at 3pm – if not sold prior!

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25 Byron Street, Bangalow ONE OF BANGALOW’S BEST RETAIL SHOPS FOR SALE WITH VACANT POSSESSION! To be offered for sale at Public Auction on Saturday 28th April, at 12 midday.

In Bangalow’s most sought after location and next door to 2 thriving businesses being the local chemist and Heart of the Home Homewares - is this rare opportunity to acquire in a heritage building circa 1911.

This stunning retail shop with stained glass window features, polished \HOORZ WHDN ÀRRU ERDUGV D VPDOO NLWFKHQHWWH LQWHUQDO WRLOHW DQG VHFXULW\ car space from the rear lane makes this a great opportunity for any retailer wanting to have a presence in Bangalow or investor alike!

For further particulars contact Mary O’Connor on 0418 462 849

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Property Superb Views... Nothing Like It! Deceased estate must be sold 14 Angus Kennedy Close, Lennox Head

Tweed Broadwater Village

35 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads 113/250 Kirkwood Road Tweed Heads South Land only Auction Reduced $275,000 4 2 2 2 1 1

Panoramic Views of Ocean, Hinterland, Lennox Village, Seven Mile Beach to Broken Head. Undeveloped land with panoramic views is now rare on the eastern seaboard. The ONLY remaining vacant residential block with a northerly aspect and panorama in this region. It is arguably the best remaining vacant block in Lennox Head.

• Superb panoramic views.

• Northeast aspect - enjoys both summer breezes and winter sun.

• 5-7 min walk to Lennox Head shops and Seven Mile Beach.

• Easy walk to Lake Ainsworth and world famous surf break off Lennox Point.

• 1458 m2 - just over one-third of an acre.

• On the high side of a private road. Backs on to a nature reserve.

• Established and quiet part of Lennox Head.

• Surrounded by quality homes with some of the best gardens in the Northern Rivers.

• Tunnel under the coast road for safety.

• 200m from school bus stop.

• Dedicated bike paths from Lennox Head to Ballina.

• Vastly better value for money than comparable blocks in Byron Bay. Open: by appointment Contact: lennoxpanorama@gmail.com 0414 980 828

Life is becoming faster, technology is increasing our busyness and you need time away to digitally detox. What better place for chilling and getting yourself out of the fast lane and start enjoying a Brunswick Heads relaxed lifestyle.

Be quick to secure this rough diamond, whether you renovate, knock down or rent, this well be a proven strong investment, properties in this area are in high demand! Regrettably offered for sale 1st time in 53 years this family home + studio is within a short stroll to the river, CBD and pristine beaches of Bruns.

• Level 809m2 block in a quiet established street • Renovate, knockdown or rent – choice is yours • Calling all tradies to make their mark • Located only a short stroll to the beautiful Bruns River, beaches, cafes and famous Bruns pub

Open: Saturday 31st March, 12.00–12.30pm Auction: Saturday 21st April 2018, 1pm, on site Contact: Janice Cameron 0427 807 335 Neil Cameron 0419 274 798 LJ Hooker Byron Bay

Th is spacious home has recently been redecorated throughout and is ready to be moved into and enjoyed!

The fully renovated kitchen has light stone-effect laminate bench-tops/work surfaces with 2-Pak white panel doors and is complemented with new appliances that include a dishwasher.

The bathroom consists of a shower cabinet and vanity unit with a separate toilet and laundry.

The home has two generously sized, carpeted bedrooms with mirror-door robes and ceiling fans.

At the rear of the home is a fully fenced and low maintenance landscaped garden, making it an ideal home for your 4-legged companion.

A carport adjoins the home that has been partitioned to provide a screened outside entertaining area and space for one vehicle.

Open:

By Appointment Contact: Kelvin Price 423 028 468 Mr Property Services

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Auction 28 April 10am Onsite Inspect Sat 7, 14, 21 10:30am / Wed 11, 18, 25 6:00pm

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+ This immaculately presented family home has 3 living areas & is within walking distance to shops & beach + Beautifully renovated throughout with a wet bar, 2 dishwashers & washing machines. 2.5kW solar power + Could easily be used as 2 separate residences. Spacious master bedroom with a walk-in robe & ensuite + 3 covered & tiled outdoor areas. Fenced level yard, bike shed & secure storage. Catch the solar train to town

See more at kbrealestate.com.au/1428056

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Stunning sunken lounge with high raked

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PEACEFUL VALLEY SANCTUARY . Unique 50 acre Rainforest Sanctuary . Permanent Springs from source . 10 Mega Litre Water Licence . 3 bedroom Home . Total peace and privacy . 12 minutes to Mullumbimby . Eco Tourism Potential (STCA)

White Sand Between Your Toes Just one street back from pristine white sand, enjoy cooling sea breezes from the east facing entertainer’s deck of this well built beachside property.

• Constructed in 2012 by Paron & Phillip • Paradise-like gardens, native shrubs and ornate hedges • High pitched ceiling, fans and air conditioning • Double lock up garage with internal access • Stunning timber floors, timber staircase • Separate guest accommodation • Walk to pet friendly beaches, cafe and general store Motivated sellers will consider offers prior to Auction.

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Auction: onsite Saturday 21 April 12 noon View: Thurs 1.00–1.30pm Sat 11.30am–12 noon

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Property Character in Bangalow

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Dorroughby Farm

15 Meadows Close, Bangalow

10 Roses Road, Federal

235 Arthur Road, Corndale

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Located in ‘The Meadows’, an exclusive new estate on the edge of the village and just minutes walk to the main street of Bangalow is this delightful Queenslander home stylishly renovated combining both modern and character features sitting on a 600sqm landscaped block. Comprising 3 bedrooms, study, 2 bathrooms, 2 lounges and 2 separate outdoor entertaining areas, this property offers space with the quintessential Bangalow charm. You will appreciate the history and charm of this 1920s home with its high ceilings, intricate art deco cornices and the stunning, original timber floorboards throughout.

Only recently completed, the home is being offered for sale in brand new condition. A custom designed blackbutt staircase descends to the lower level and creates a striking, architectural feature in the home. The lower level is spacious and brimming with northern light showcasing views to the garden. Polished concrete floors create a modern haven for the master suite (or guest accommodation) with its own lounge, large bedroom with built in robe and bathroom. There is plenty of scope to add a pool should you wish.

Inspect: Sat 11am -11.30am Auction: April 14th, Onsite 12pm Contact: Janice Maple 0401 026 359 Elders Bangalow

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Character brick home with charm & warmth.

Featuring solar power, high raked ceilings & wood heater. Open plan living & dining with access to verandahs.

Kitchen with timber benches, gas cooking & plenty of cupboard space. Tiled master with a built-in, walk-in robe, which opens into its own sunroom with access to the front verandah. There is an open loft style bedroom. Outside find two covered verandahs perfect for entertaining plus an in-ground saltwater pool. There is a carport attached to the double lock up garage which has a concrete slab, storage loft, built-ins & power on both sides. All this plus 6.45KW of solar power & a 18,000L water tank. This property is in an ideal location, within walking distance to the buzzing Doma Cafe and general store. It is 20 minutes to Mullumbimby & Bangalow while Byron Bay is 25 minutes. Enjoy day trips to the world heritage rainforests & national parks Inspect by appointment Open: Contact: Katrina Beohm 0467 001 122 Katrina Beohm Real Estate

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Elevated on 15 magnificent acres on the fringes of Byron’s Hinterland & surrounded by some of Australia’s most beautiful rainforests, waterfalls, walking tracks & swimming holes - the setting is simply majestic Old world charm abounds with soaring 10ft ceilings, hardwood timber floors & is further accentuated by period fans in every room. Extensively renovated with a focus on coupling historic charm with modern functionality, this home epitomises ‘character living’.

Living areas flow to verandahs & the farm style kitchen flows to the covered entertaining/BBQ area - perfect for alfresco dining overlooking the orchard, tennis court, swimming pool & guest house set in tropical landscaped gardens.

By Appointment Open: Contact: Gary Brazenor 0423 777 237 Denzil Lloyd 0481 864 049 Bangalow Real Estate & Byron Hinterland Properties

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Large covered verandahs on the east and the north capture the breezes with views and a leafy outlook.

The home is light and airy with an open plan living dining and kitchen. Three bedrooms, the master with ensute, newly renovated main bathroom with a separate toilet.

The ground level houses the laundry and workshop / office. It is a huge area offering multiple options.

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Regrettably offered for sale, this family home has been in the one family for 53 years.

Attention tradies, renovators and investors!

Roll up your sleeves and get ready to rumble. Set on a level 809m2 this family residence plus studio is only a short stroll to the beautiful Brunswick River, beaches, cafes and the famous Bruns Pub making this a very desirable and sought after location.

• Level 809m2 block in a quiet established street • Only a short stroll to the relaxed lifestyle Bruns offers • Renovate or Detonate? Choice is yours • Awaiting tradies or renovators to make their mark • Ideal as a weekender, investment or permanent living • Offers considered prior to Auction

Auction Saturday 21st April 2018, 1pm, on site View Saturday 7th April, 12pm – 12:30pm Contact Janice Cameron 0427 807 335 Neil Cameron 0419 274 798

LJ Hooker Byron Bay 6685 7300

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Property LJ HOOKER BRUNSWICK HEADS • 5 Weeronga Way, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am • 2 Napelle Court, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am BANGALOW REAL ESTATE • 41 Yalla Kool Drive, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm • 594 Hinterland Way, Newrybar. Thu 3–4pm. Sat 3–4pm • 21 Orana Road, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm • 753 Wilsons Creek Road, Wilsons Creek. Thu 4–4.45pm. Sat • 5 Bower Street, Brunswick Heads. Sat 1–1.30pm 10–10.45am McGRATH BYRON BAY ELDERS BANGALOW • 51 Prince Street, Mullumbimby. Wed 4–4.30pm • Lots 4&6 Fowlers Lane, ‘Sunsets of Bangalow’. Sat 10–10.30am • 14 Hakea Crescent, Suffolk Park. Thu 5–5.30pm • 15 Meadows Close, Bangalow. Sat 11–11.30am • 11/3 Pecan Court, Suffolk Park. Sat 9.30–10am • 306 Whian Whian Road, Whian Whian. Sat 1–1.30pm • 7/19 Teak Road, Federal. Sat 9.30–10am • ‘Clover Hill’ Ballina Road, Bangalow. Sat 10–10.30am FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY • 51 Prince Street, Mullumbimby. Sat 10–10.30am • 58 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Thu 1–1.30pm • 65 Armstrong Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am • 24 Grevillea Avenue, Mullumbimby. Thu 3–3.30pm • 111 Coorabell Road, Federal. Sat 11–11.30am • 2/6–8 Daniels Street, Byron Bay. Fri 11–11.30am • 1635–1651 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby. Fri 12– • 16 Left Bank Road, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.30am • 14 Hakea Crescent, Suffolk Park. Sat 12–12.30pm 12.30pm • 34 Yalla Kool Drive, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm • 2/92 Rajah Road, Ocean Shores. Sat 9–9.30am • 220 Munro Road, Dunoon. Sat 2–2.30pm • 18 Coral Court, Byron Bay. Sat 9–9.30am • 16 Coral Court, Byron Bay. Sat 9–9.30am PROFESSIONALS & MARK COCHRANE MULLUMBIMBY • 118 Midgen Flat Road, Newrybar. Sat 10–10.30am • 60 Hollingsworth Place, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.45am • 48 Ruskin Street, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 9 Hunter Street, Burringbar. Sat 11–11.45am • 79 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 16 Dinjerra Place, Mullumbimby. Sat 10–10.30am • 2/6–8 Daniels Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am • 43 Alcorn Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am • 68 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am BANGALOW REAL ESTATE • 21 Plantation Drive, Ewingsdale. Sat 11–11.30am • 235 Arthur Road, Corndale 5 bed, 3 bath, 7 car, pool and tennis • 600 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Coorabell. Sat 12–12.30pm court on 15 acres $1,695,000 • 1980 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby. Sat 12–12.30pm • 94 Corkwood Crescent, Suffolk Park. Sat 12–12.30pm FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY • 24 Grevillea Avenue, Mullumbimby. Sat 12–12.30pm • 1 Jones Lane, Middle Pocket. $3.2m to $3.5m • Lot 2/20 Azalea Street, Mullumbimby. Sat 1–1.30pm • 43 Alcorn Street, Suffolk Park. $2.25m to $2.475m • 45 Parrot Tree Place, Bangalow. Sat 1–1.30pm • 38 Corkwood Crescent, Suffolk Park. $1.2m to $1.3m • 43 Browning Street, Byron Bay. Sat 1–1.30pm • 24 Grevillea Avenue, Mullumbimby. $649,000 to $709,000 • 211 Old Byron Bay Road, Newrybar. Sat 2–2.30pm • 162 Old Byron Bay Road, Newrybar. Sat 2–2.30pm KATRINA BEOHM REAL ESTATE • 36 Beachcomber Drive, Byron Bay. Sun 3–3.30pm • 62 Sunrise Boulevard, Byron Bay – Auction 28 April 10:00AM

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PROFESSIONALS & MARK COCHRANE MULLUMBIMBY • 81a Rajah Road, Ocean Shores – $445,000,000 • 194 Palmwoods Road, Palmwoods – $489,000 • Lot 3, Pottsville Road, Mooball – $539,000 • 9 Hunter Street, Burringbar – $565,000 • 10 Banksia Place, Mullumbimby – $729,000 • 60 Hollingsworth Place, Mullumbimby – $729,000

Auctions BANGALOW REAL ESTATE • 753 Wilsons Creek Road, Wilsons Creek. Auction onsite 22 April 3pm • 25 Byron St, Bangalow. Auction 28 April 12pm ELDERS BANGALOW • 15 Meadows Close, Bangalow. Sat 14 April onsite 12pm McGRATH BYRON BAY • 46 Corkwood Crescent, Suffolk Park. 10.30am onsite • 14 Hakea Crescent, Suffolk Park. 12.30pm onsite

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Who owns the breweries?

By Simon Haslam Hopefully over Easter you discovered a rare craft beer, preferably brewed by an anarchist collective in a garage in Fitzroy or a previously unheard-of tribe of Taswegians, with some punny name like Scotchness Monster or Here we Joe Again.

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But who really owns the craft beer industry?

More than 170 beer and cider brewers are exhibiting at the GABS festival, for example, but large global brewers regularly buy out the small breweries, and also launch their own brands that, on the surface, look like small breweries.

One hilarious example is 4 Pines, whose ‘Our Story’ starts with: ‘4 Pines was born more than a decade ago from a casual conversation between a father and son, post surf, who simply wanted an exceptional beer…’. It is owned by the world’s largest brewer, AB InBev, but its website still has a crafty oldtime font and plenty of heart-warming kooky messages about the community and workers (referred to as ‘our family’).

Some businesses, such as New Belgium Brewing Co in USA, have taken the direction of employee ownership, and are 100 per cent employee owned.

Local brewer Stone & Wood say they are inspired by the idea of being a village brewery, and part of their idea is that all their employees will become owners of the business in the future, alongside the founders. After a year with the brewery, you become eligible for the share offer, and they say 72 per cent of the team are now owners in the business.

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‘Our share scheme not only gives the team a sense of pride and ownership when they come to work each day, but it has the potential to generate a nest egg for them and their family over time,’ said managing director Ben Summons. ‘We believe that to create a sustainable business for generations to come, we all need to have skin in the game.’

Visit the local brewery

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carrying pallets of beer that ran off the Pacific Highway around Easter 2001. In the rush to clear the highway ahead of Easter traffic, the beer was simply cut from the trailer and let fall into the river, with the intention of salvaging it after the holiday.

However, the locals wasted no time diving into the river to salvage whatever they could, with the whole event making an hilarious video that was a finalist in Tropfest 2002 (see https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnUe_8WS7xo).

More info: Sat 14 April 11am–5pm, 35 Kite Cres, Murwillumbah. Bus timetable to be announced soon.

See https://www.stoneandwood.com.au/murwillumbahbrewery-open-day-2018/.

April Spritz

If you’ve always wondered whether it would feel any good to throw in your job as a corporate bean-counter and go to work in a real brewery, you can go and check out the Stone & Wood Murwillumbah brewery on Saturday 14 April.

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It’s family friendly, with a kids’ entertainment area, jumping castle, face painting, local live music, art and market stalls and local food trucks JR Smokehouse and Juju’s.

OPEN TUESDAY– SUNDAY 4.30PM TO LATE CLOSED MONDAY

8 Wilfred St, Billinudgel • 6680 3352 BYO • Credit cards

There will, of course, be beers, as well as a coffee cart and nonalcoholic options, but when you tire of drinking beer, eating, and listening to music in the sun you can take a brewery tour.

Beers will be $6, with a gold coin entry donation with all profits raised from them going to local charities.

On offer will be the tribute to Murwillumbah Swamp Beer, which pays homage to a legendary local tale of a semitrailer

Looking for something to do that’s really not very much to do, on Saturday afternoons in April? The April sun from 4 till 6pm will be shining at Byron at Byron’s pop-up bar on the lawns near the pool, and you can just relax and unwind with some elegant and classic cocktails.

Eating Out Guide

Good Taste

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BALLINA

BYRON BAY

Ballina RSL Club 1 Grant St, Ballina 6681 9500 www.ballinarsl.com.au Open 7 Days from 8am Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks

Wharf Bar & Restaurant

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

New Breakfast Menu Out Now 7 Days 8am to 11am Boardwalk Buffet Breakfast Every Sunday 8am to 10.30am Adult $19.90 Child U/12 $9.90 Under 5 Years Free

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

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Slo-mo Joes

DAILY HAPPY HOUR FROM 3 TILL 5 PM

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

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!

6685 7502 IG - @slomojoes

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

Treehouse on Belongil

BYRON BAY

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

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

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

25 Childe St, Byron Bay 6680 9452

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

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

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

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The Hideout Cafe

The Italian Byron Bay Open 7 days from 6pm The Italian Byron Bay provides a bustling atmospheric Sunday Lunch from midday. restaurant, dishing up contemporary inspired Italian cuisine and some of Byron’s finest Next to the Beach Hotel cocktails and wines.

Bay Street 6680 7055 italianatthepacific.com.au

Breakfast and Lunch 7 days a week from 7.30am

St Elmo Dining Room & Bar

Ryce Byron Bay

Mon-Sat: 5pm till late.

Sun: 5pm till 10pm.

Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426

Shop 6/13 Lawson Street 6680 9300 FB thehideoutbyronbay insta @thehideoutbyronbay

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.

Tues–Fri from 12pm Sat & Sun from 7am 9/4 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 9183 www.ryce.com.au

Fresh Healthy Delicious

Success Thai

Reservations recommended but not essential

www.stelmodining.com

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

Hawaiian and Japanese flavours Signature Poke Bowls

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

3/109 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7798

• 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_

Happy Chilli Garden Hong Kong chef specialising in Chinese and Malay foods

Open 6 days - closed Sundays Byron St (opp Aldi) Byron Bay P 6680 9191 F 6676 4869 M 0403 516 793 happychilligarden@hotmail.com

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

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

Lunch Fri-Sun 12-3pm.

Fully licensed Dine In / Takeaway / Home Delivery Available

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

Elixiba Open 12pm–Late Every day Shop 10, Feros Arcade 23 Jonson St 6685 6845

OPEN - Tuesday to Saturday evenings 7 days breakfast & Lunch All day menus, licensed bar APERITIVO happy hour AFTERNOONS 4–6pm daily $12 Cocktails, $7 beers, $8 wines, $12 Moet

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.

Nachos & Beer or Kombucha $20 every Monday Promotions every Wednesday Dine in/Takeaway/Catering/Functions

Fishheads

Barrio Byron Bay

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

insta @williamst.lennox

DJ Friday & Saturday from 9pm Live Music Sunday from 4pm Daily Happy Hours 4pm–6pm and from 10pm $6 Tap Beer, $8 Wine $12 Signature cocktails

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

Relaxed dining by the beach.

Food that celebrates local produce served with a healthy dose of good tunes and good vibes.

All welcome.

Our opening hours are 6.30am–2.30pm, 7 days for Breakfast + Lunch Thursday, Friday, Saturday for dinner.

Sunday Tapas & Happy Hour Specials till sundown

MULLUMBIMBY

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

Check us out on

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

BYO Home delivery 7 days Established 1992

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.

Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings with delicious meals, cocktails and great vibes.

The Branches Coffee Roasters

Funky warehouse cafe + boutique coffee roastery nestled in Mullum’s Industrial Estate.

Unit 7, 9–11 Towers Drive Mullum Industrial Estate Mon–Fri 6.30am–3pm 6684 6167 www.thebranches.com.au @thebranches

- All day breakfast + lunch - Fresh roasted single origin, direct trade/organic coffees - Vegan friendly + healthy options - Kid + pet friendly - Good tunes + vibes baby!

- Specialty teas, tonic herbs + smoothies

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

We do special events functions.

Harvest

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.

A 5-minute drive from Byron Bay, Barrio eatery

at Habitat brings together the local community Mon–Wed 7am–3pm; in a relaxed environment for all-day dining.

Thur–Sat 7am–9pm Wood-fired oven, charcoal grill, veges, meat, fish, 1 Porter Street, salads and St Ali coffee.

North Byron Eat in or take-away No reservations. Bookings www.barriobyronbay.com.au over 8 email: gather@ @barriobyronbay barriobyronbay.com.au

The Rocks @ Aquarius

50 Pacific Parade, cnr of William St, Lennox Head 0476 892 194

FRESH PIZZA BYRON STYLE

Trattoria Basiloco Open 7 days for Dinner starting 5.30pm See menu, book a table, or order takeaway at www.basilo.co 30 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6680 8818

Williams St

functions@fishheadsbyron.com.au www.fishheadsbyron.com.au

Legend Pizza

MODERN ASIAN BAR & KITCHEN Located on Byron’s busy Jonson Street offering ocean views, cocktails, relaxed dining and good times

LENNOX HEAD

Treat the loved ones to something special these Summer Holidays 6685 6011

1 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7632

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

GOOD FOOD GUIDE CHEFS HAT EVERY YEAR SINCE 1998

BEACH FRONT DINING

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

Fully licensed.

With a fresh, funky, relaxed vibe, generous serves, cruisey staff and 10am licence, come and find us for ‘Byron’s BEST breakfast’ all day…

Takeaway available Vegetarian,Vegan and gluten free options available Kids menu

KINGSCLIFF

Targa Modern European Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street

Hidden away in Byron’s iconic ‘Eat street’ Bay Lane, The Hideout Cafe and Bar offers indoor, outdoor and deck dining

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!

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CELEBRATIONS Celebrations Catering By Liz Jackson

BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management

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ÁINE: & SON

ÁINE TYRRELL AND SUSAN O’NEILL, AKA SON, COME TOGETHER TO CREATE A UNIQUE SHOW PRESENTING MUSIC LOVERS WITH THE RARE MUSICAL EXPERIENCE OF TWO COUNTY CLARE MUSICIANS TRAVELLING AUSTRALIA AND SINGING ELEVEN THOUSAND MILES FROM THEIR ORIGINAL HOMES. I find it hard to think of you both as folk musicians. I think of old men with beards playing flutes and mandolins.

What’s folk to you? Are you forging new folk roads?

Susan: Ha! I’m working on the beard and in the meantime I would like to think that I am paving my own way and beginning to make my own sound. Of course many of my influences come from folk legends so that must always be acknowledged, and whenever I find myself in need of inspiration it’s back to them I turn. Áine: Folk to me is music for the people. Unfortunately some other images do get conjured up and give it a bad name. And like any genre there are folk purists who try to dictate things.

What I play is my version of folk, which has its roots in Irish folk music, but I am folking it up. I am pushing those boundaries because this is a new generation and new people that my folk music is for. After day two here I did wonder whether my version of folk was the version of folk this festival needed, but our third show went off. Our version of folk tribe found us by day three and we folked it up for sure.

Tell me about your homelands. Aine? Susan?

Susan: Green, great views, great people, and full of music.

Much like my experience of Australia so far. Áine: We are both from County Clare, which is one of the most beautiful counties in Ireland (we are biased!), but it is

renowned for its traditional music, incredible scenery, ancient rock formations, and a history you can feel.

What does Home mean to you?

Susan: Home is where I feel I can be all of myself without worrying. It’s where music is near and the air is clean. Áine: The physical home for me morphs and changes, but the feeling of home I sense deeply in my bones. If you could x-ray my bones there would be some rocks from the Burren in Clare in there. I carry them with me wherever I go.

How do you bring that into your voice and on to stage with you, particularly when that homeland is a long way away?

Susan: Mostly I just open my mouth and sing without trying to think about it. I try to be in the moment as much as possible. Closing the eyes sometimes can bring you into a past moment, which is nice too. Áine: I always call on my nana before every gig to be there and asked to be welcomed by whatever country I am standing on. There is a lot going on around us that we can’t see, and I feel lucky to be able to be just someone who carries the songs from what we can’t see. So, like Susan, it comes out when I let go and just get out of my own way.

What happens when you hit the stage? Is it transformative?

Susan: Yes, sometimes of course. The crowds have a large

part to do with it too. It’s all about the energy you can create in a room, and if they lend their energy to you, you can give it right back using music. Áine: Every gig transforms and informs me in one way or another. The good and the bad – you just don’t know how sometimes. It is deep conversations I get to have with rooms full of other humans all being there for their own reasons.

Songs are powerful little beasts!

What brings you two together to share the bill?

Susan: Our Clare connection is at the heart of this wonderful random collaboration. I think there maybe a bit more faith at play here too; we both seem to have a similar outlooks, colleagues and influences. This is the start of a brilliant adventure! Áine: Can’t wait to play with Susan. I saw her play in Ireland this summer at another festival we were on and I could tell there was something in our fabrics that was the same, and to share that in song for an evening in Brunswick Heads will be just the start of a long time of our playing music together, I know! Áine Tyrrell and Susan O’Neill play the Brunswick Picture House on Friday. brunswickpicturehouse.com.

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ENTERTAINMENT

M A N D Y N O LA N ’S

SOAPBOX

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BALL TAMPERING: WHO CARES! How exactly does a ball make headlines? Malcolm TurnBALL – oops, Turnbull – must have been delighted that it was the leader of the Aussie cricket team, and not the country, copping the heat for letting everyone down.

Hey, here’s something you may have missed with CRICKETGATE occupying a ridiculous amount of air time and social commentary. After the 28th consecutive newspoll Malcolm has pulled a miserable 37 per cent as preferred PM. He’s sanding his balls for extra swing while we speak. He’s been swaying out for a while now; he’s going to need to find a way to get his ball to swing in. He might need a little chat with Warner himself.

Seriously, can we stop talking about cricket and talk about stuff that matters? For the last week every media source has blasted us with stories of outrage about a few blokes who had a crack at sanding their ball to gain some winning advantage.

Who cares? I certainly don’t. It’s a game. I don’t think that’s been mentioned. A game means that in the scheme of things it’s a meaningless leisure activity where someone wins and someone loses. And by the way, when it comes to integrity and role models, I don’t look to sports players. Who does? It’s sport for Christ’s sake. It’s (usually) a bunch of over-paid men chasing a ball. If they want to restore integrity in sport then stop paying them so much.

Women at the same level don’t cheat. Sportspeople are good role models for BALL CHASING. Perhaps they are role models to fellow ball chasers such as border collies and Labradors and should be apologising to them.

When did we start expecting sportspeople to act like diplomats? Since when did behaviour on the pitch become the benchmark of the highest attributes of human behaviour?

Personally I reckon if you can put $5 on a team through Sportbet I don’t think you’re talking Henry Kissinger. You might win a trophy but you ain’t getting the Nobel Peace Prize. It’s a game. If you get caught cheating you lose. End of story.

This ridiculous baying for blood by the Australian media is a beatup. What do they want to see happen to Steve Smith and David Warner? Would they be happy with a Game of Thronesstyled walk of shame at the MCG? Humiliation is great for ratings. I can’t believe Australia finally cares about integrity. We’re sending coal ships through the Barrier Reef FFS. We’re fracking farmland. We’re killing children in detention. Two fellas kill their wives every week and we don’t raise a sweat. A bloke cheats in cricket and now we’re the Integrity Nation? What a joke. Shouldn’t we be looking to our political leaders instead of cricketers for integrity?

The prime minister is more appalled by the cricket team’s cheating than he was about Barnaby Joyce’s recent ball pampering with his media adviser. The PM was quick to bleat: ‘Our cricketers are role models and cricket is synonymous with fair play’. Really? Fair Play? What is fair play exactly?

Personally if you can sand a ball and make the game finish a bit faster I’m happy. Why do we hold our sportspeople to higher account than our political leaders? Steve Smith got 12 months’ suspension for tampering; John Howard got two more terms after his Tampa incident. Why wasn’t he suspended?

The government has been the architect of some horrendous acts of cruelty, namely our migration policy, which saw the UN Human Rights Council implicate Australia as part of an escalating cycle of repression and deference that has caused a massive abuse of migrants. That was reported at the beginning of March. There was no nationwide shame.

Did we have Malcolm Turnbull on the telly crying that he was sorry and he’d do better next time? No, because we value competition more than we do human lives.

Maybe if we can find a way to get refugees competing so we can gamble on them through Sportsbet we might give a shit.

I just don’t get it. Human beings lie and cheat to get ahead.

It’s part of what we do to gain advantage. Who hasn’t lied about their kid’s age to get a cheaper movie ticket, broken something at home then taken it back to get a refund, or told their boss they’re sick when they’re hungover?

Ball tampering? It’s so bloody Aussie. Let’s not forget many of us still have convict blood. It’s how we roll…

And by the way – no-one died. It’s not news. It’s Spin.

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LIVE MUSIC SONG LOUNGE

This Saturday The Song Lounge launches its first sparkling event and transforms the newly renovated South Golden Beach Community Hall into an oasis of tasty original music, delicious food and fabulous friends. Micka Scene, Phil and Tilley and Christina Giorgio and The Wishing Well will dish up a magical evening of folk-roots music.

Get up close and personal as they dive deeper into the stories behind their songs, share new material, and get your toes tapping, heart wrenching and faces smiling with a night jam packed with exceptional original music.

This will be a chance to experience these musicians in a way you haven’t before in an all-original concert setting, sharing the best of what they do with the best of audiences. Doors open at 6.30pm, so get there early and ditch the cooking for the night. Kristina’s Tasty Kitchen will be serving up $10 bowls or grab one of the rugs and cosy up with a cushion, a Hari Har chai and a loved one.

BAND OF STEELY BROTHERS

Tickets are $20 plus booking fee pre-purchase or $25 on the door | Small humans under five are by gold coin donation. Bring a cushion and get comfy! www.ticketbase.com/ events/the-song-loungeapril-south-golden-beach

The Little Steely Brothers are unique in paying homage to not one but four legendary bands: The Eagles, Little River Band, Steely Dan, and The Doobie Brothers.

No spangled costumes, just six quality musicians delivering the real deal with timeless classics such as Hotel California, Help is on Its Way, Rikki Don’t Lose that Number, What a Fool Believes, and many more.

BROADFOOT AT THE RAILS Local favourites Broadfoot will be playing at the Rails on Sunday with Trent on the drums, John on guitar, Russell on bass. They’ll all be singing; Trent will play some harmonica too.

Trent and John write most of the songs.

The rest will be covers of classic (mostly 60s and 70s) rock, popular, dance, funk, and blues-based music. They start at 7pm and play three sets until 10pm. The music will be good to listen and dance to, regardless of your age.

Soak up the sonically soaring harmonies, the faux humour, the duelling lead guitars and infectious grooves from this thoroughly entertaining band.

Saturday 14 April | Ballina RSL| Twocourse dinner show | $54.90 | 8pm |Tickets at the club.

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

OPEN MIC NIGHT WITH HARRY NICHOLS

QUALITY ST

HIP HOP • SOUL • FUNK RNB • GROOVES

Tiarne

ATHENA JOY | K Y A

PACIFIC AVENUE BIG WHOOPS, PORT ROYAL & MOUNT ZAMIA

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AYE AYE FOR THE SCOTTISH FIVE HOWIE BROTHERS FOR SENIORS WEEK The Howie Brothers (twin brothers John and Graeme Howie) are one of Australia’s leading country music / easylistening acts.

John and Graeme have been performing and recording for more than 30 years and are renowned for their distinctive vocal harmony sound. They play a variety of instruments, including piano, guitar, accordion, mandolin, ukulele and drums. They are both dedicated songwriters and have recorded many of their own songs over the years.

Originally, as members of the band 1901, the Howie brothers won three Golden Guitar awards at the Australasian Country Music Awards in Tamworth, including two Group of the Year awards (1980 and 1982).

The Howie Brothers love performing and are onstage at the Ballina RSL for the Seniors Week show | Thursday 12 April |10.30am–12pm.

PACO LARA & DAMIAN WRIGHT

SCOTTISH FIVE-PIECE BREABACH DELIVER A THRILLING AND UNIQUE BRAND OF CONTEMPORARY FOLK MUSIC THAT HAS EARNED THEM INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION ON THE WORLD AND ROOTS MUSIC SCENES AS ONE OF THE UK’S MOST DYNAMIC AND EXCITING BANDS. James Lindsay of Breabach had a chat with The Echo ahead of their Mullum gig.

Your album Astar is about a journey (see I looked it up!).

What is the concept for this album?

What’s the essence of a Breabach gig?

It’s a diverse show, up-tempo flute and fiddle tunes, Gaelic and Scots songs and plaintive melodies, all building to a fullon barrage of double bagpipes and Scottish step dance.

Thanks for checking it out! The album is a celebration of the travels we’ve been fortunate to have over the past few years, particularly in Australia, New Zealand, Scandinavia, and Quebec. Our aim was to write music with these cultures in mind and combine them with our own Scottish sound.

A second Scots Folk award? What’s the band’s take on that? Do you humbly accept – then hide it in the garage, or is it on the dining room table?

It’s very humbling to recognised for our work but it’s not something we dwell on too much; awards aren’t the reason we make music.

What do you take from tradition and what do you innovate? How important is it for you to have a foot in both camps?

Having a foot in both camps is the essence of our sound. At the core is our use of traditional instruments and our interest in the old melodies and songs from Scotland. We take these ideas and write with them in mind but aren’t afraid to blend them with contemporary influences, while always aiming to respect the tradition.

How important is it for the band to engage in collaboration? How does it change or add to what you do?

Incredibly important to us! Everywhere we go we love to play with other musicians and this is what made Astar so special for us. It’s exciting to experiment and see how the sounds from other cultures can merge with our own.

What should we expect for your show in Mullumbimby?

We’ll be playing a lot of music from Astar as well as some older material. Expect a varied night of contemporary Scottish music, and we encourage you to bring your dancing shoes!

Breabach play the Mullumbimby Ex-Services on Saturday.

Tickets on www.redsquaremusic.com.au.

Embodying the unmistakeable Jerez style of flamenco guitar playing, Paco Lara has toured internationally alongside Maestro Paco Cepero, one of flamenco’s most legendary guitarists and composers. Paco Lara has also been at the vanguard of Flamenco Fusion with hugely successful groups such as El Barrio (2000–2003) and Los Delinqüentes (2007–2011).

Apart from his skill as a formidable soloist, Paco is also revered for his ability as an accompanist in the specialised world of flamenco singing (cante). This is evident in his having recorded and/or performed with flamenco’s most significant artists including Beni de Cádiz, Juan Moneo El Torta, Miguel Flores El Capullo de Jerez, Tomasa Guerrero La Macanita, Remedios Amaya, José de los Camarones, etc.

As an accompanist to flamenco dance (Baile) Paco has participated in many European tours with famed flamenco dancer Mercedes Ruiz from Jerez, in her concerts Dibujos en el aire, Gestos de mujer and Perspectivas.

In 2014 Damian Wright was invited to perform as a solo artist at The Rajasthan International Folk Festival, India, and in 2016 performed at The Shanghai Fringe Festival, China. Damian’s flamenco ensemble Bandaluzia were invited to perform at the biannual Adelaide International Guitar Festival curated

by Slava Grigoryan.

They play the Byron Theatre on Saturday.

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ENTERTAINMENT

POP CRIMES OF THE DICKLORD

EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT DICKLORD. HIGH-ENERGY PUNKENTHUSED ROCKINGOUT ATTITUDE FROM A BAND THAT UNASHAMEDLY SINGS ABOUT COCKS… IT’S LIKE THE BEARDS, BUT BETTER. DANIELLE SPOKE WITH THE ECHO ABOUT DICKLORD, WHO ARE HEADLINING AT POPCRIMES AT BILLINUDGEL THIS WEEKEND. Where did the name come from? And the inspiration?

Started as a pisstake and kinda stuck… Yeah Lordy!

PACIFIC AVENUE Based on the south coast of New South Wales, Pacific Avenue is a four-piece alternative rock band, blending authentic rock’n’roll with today’s modern sound.

As the name states, there’s a heavy influence from surf culture, and the inspiration that community and location provide. The band was born in early 2017, and the boys have found themselves supporting artists such as San Cisco, British India, and The Belligerents. 2018 has already proven to be exciting as the band followed Tyne-James Organ as main support on his Watch You Go tour in February.

Pacific Avenue are bringing their summer indie sounds to the Byron Bay Brewery for a free show on Sat April 7. Support on the night is by Big Whoops, Port Royal and Mount Zamia. Entry is free, and it kicks off at 8pm.

How many songs have you written about cocks?

A cock load.

Your music is refreshingly hardcore. This is not usually a genre associated with Byron Bay. How have you been received?

The love from everyone who comes to our shows has been incredible. To look into the audience and see people smiling makes it so worth it for us.

Tell me about Choad. Was that written from a personal experience. I’ve had one. I’m still scared. Sorry, scarred…

Our drummer would prefer to keep his personal experiences to the imagination…

When I played your music I had to go back to my favourite band when I was 18: X Ray Spex and Bondage Up Yours. Have a google. I wish I still had the album, and the t-shirt.

What music do you draw on ?

Here’s a pair of DickLord knickers… We draw from anything you can listen to on a scratched CD. So who is in Dicklord? How did you meet? What bought the Dicklord lineup together?

We’re a bunch of dickheads and we met on Tinder.

Have you smashed any hotel rooms yet? If you play hard you gotta play hard don’t you?

I hope you don’t go home to herb tea and a mindfulness CD. Mini-bars are untouchable. This one time we took a bottle of water… We learned our lesson!

What’s your regular rehearsal session like? You must have to find somewhere very remote, or with a shitload of egg cartons… Is it hard finding rehearsal space when you’re not an acoustic guitar player with a flute?

Thankfully we have a lot of deaf friends who own houses.

FERAMONES ONSTAGE Local rock legends The Feramones play their last gig of the season at Byron Services Club on Saturday night at 7.30 . The six-piece are now in their 15th year and feature the same lineup of top international musos including Rick Fenn, who will be touring Australia later this month with his band 10CC. Free admission.

What should we expect for your upcoming show at Popcrimes?

Definitely no fucking swearing…

Pop Crimes Festival is a free, community, all-ages, annual event promoting underground garage punk, gothic blues, outlaw country and psych bands at the infamous Billinudgel Hotel. Check out the Dicklord and nine other killer acts at this year’s FREE Popcrimes Festival happening on Saturday, 1–11pm! Donations raised on the day will be going to the Core Rehab Program at the Buttery.

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ENTERTAINMENT

CULTURE

MAKING THE SACRIFICE This week sees the premiere of Sacrifice Zone, the doco by award-winning filmmakers David Lowe and Eve Jeffery from Cloudcatcher Media, which is a response to South Australian mining company Santos, who are seeking government approval to develop

a gasfield in the Narrabri area in northwest New South Wales, but the issues covered in the film are a concern for anyone living in the path of the CSG juggernaut.

The 100-minute feature documentary is a conversation among about 70 people on the

hazards of drilling into the Pilliga Forest and the Great Artesian Basin by a greedy big gas company in their quest for gas.

‘We have interviewed every expert we could find to speak about the issues surrounding this invasive mining industry,’ says coproducer/director Eve Jeffery. ‘We have created a very large wall of information that will be impossible for Santos, or anyone for that matter, to get over, go around, or drill under.

‘Every conceivable argument Santos can find to get this project up and running is answered by science and local knowledge in this film.’

The film‘s co-director/co-producer David Lowe says, ‘We are encouraging people to do house and hall screenings around the country.’

Cloudcatcher Media are so determined that the information in the film is widely seen that they are screening the film free of charge; the northern rivers premiere will be held at Lismore City Hall on Saturday.

The Lismore screening will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers | Doors open at 7 for a 7.30pm sharp start | For more information about the film and screenings email Cloudcatcher Media: info@cloudcatchermedia.com.

POETRY AND PILLOW TALK Dangerously Poetic will offer an evening of heart-warming poems and music on Friday at St Martin’s Hall in Mullumbimby. This is an experience of letting the words soak in with eyes closed, an experience of slow, horizontal poetry. The audience is invited to bring sleeping bags or yoga mats and pillows to be cozy. The talented Emma Lees will enchant with original music on flute, voice and crystal bowls. A selection of poets and poetry lovers will read. All are welcome to come along for deep listening to whispered poems in an intimate setting.

Wear PJs if you feel like it! Entry will be $15/ $12 for DP members. 7pm.

HAPPY SEX

LAU RIE HA NDL E RS IS A SE X A ND HA P P INE SS C OA C H, AU T HOR OF A MA ZON #1 INTE RNA TIONA L B E S TS E LLE R S E X & HA PPIN E S S : THE T ANTRIC L A WS OF INTIMA CY . HE R CURRE NT F OC U S IS ON S E X U A L E C S TA S Y AT ANY A GE . L A URIE SP E NDS A SIGNIFICA N T A M OU N T OF HE R TIM E LE A R N IN G AB O UT RA DICA L L IFE E XTE NSION A ND HOW E X TE N D IN G LIF E IS IN TIM A TE LY C O NNE C TE D TO HE A L THY A ND L OVING SE X U A L E X PR E S S ION . S HE W ILL B E P R ES ENTING SE SSIONS A T TA STE OF L OVE T HIS YE A R .

What does it mean to be a sex and happiness coach? How do you see the two being related? Can you be happy without sex and unhappy with lots of it?

I taught Tantra for almost 20 years until I realised that I was actually teaching people to be happy and sexy. I think they go hand in hand. When I speak about sex here, I mean loving sex, deeply connected sex, the kind of sex that people dream of. There is something so fulfilling in it when a person is met by another. I’m not speaking of routine sex, lots of random sex that is casual. I’m speaking about deep loving sex, even if only one encounter. Oxytocin, which is produced during loving sex, is needed and necessary to feel happy. Once produced it stays in women’s bodies for three weeks. It stays in men’s bodies for three days. That is partially why sex drives in women and men are different.

What are the main issues that you see time and time again?

People are disconnected from the proper alignment between body, mind and spirit.

People are victims wanting to blame others for what is happening in their lives. People live in fear rather than in their power. People are in the dark about their sexuality and that its the source of their power. I see these issues time and again.

What are the misconceptions or issues people have around their sexuality?

People don’t know that they can be their own best lover. People don’t get the connection

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between power and sexuality, happiness and sexuality. When I say this, I mean loving sexuality. People do not know that they can extend their lives by being healthy and acting healthily when it comes to their sexuality.

This means using discernment in choosing a partner or partners. It also means going deep. Perhaps a person cannot do this unless they have learned how to clear trauma and powerful stored emotions. That’s where studying Tantra comes in.

What are the main issues that men come to you with?

It used to be that men simply wanted more and better sex. They also wanted to know what women actually want in many ways, not only sexually. Now young men come because women have made them feel so wrong for being men that they want to figure out how to attract good, sweet women (not ball busters). The divide between women and men has grown wider.

What are the main issues that women express?

Women come to feel better and more empowered about their sexuality, to rid themselves of shame. The main issues they express have been to not feel ‘too much’ when it comes to sexual power and desire.

Also, women do not want to feel ‘taken from’ by men. They feel victimised from past experiences (their own and those from history) and have a difficult time letting them go.

Tell me about Sexual Ecstasy at Any Age? Are we ageist when it comes to views and expectations around sexuality?

Sexual Ecstasy at Any Age is totally possible.

People should be having good loving sex with a partner or themselves way into their older lives, well beyond what people currently believe. There have been studies in Sweden of women and men feeling happier and living longer when they have frequent loving sex. A recent study in Pub Med [is that a publication or is it short for ‘public medicine’? – GbH] stated that frequent loving sex caused lengthening of the telemeres in those women who had more frequent sex. Basically, we have no idea how potent our sexual energy is and how much we need it to flourish and live long lives.

What is Radical Life Extension?

Radical Life Extension is the notion and commitment to living well beyond what everyone has done in the past; perhaps living forever. It involves living as a physically immortal person in the present. And it involves doing whatever it takes to extend one’s life, ie breaking patterns, habits and changing everything if necessary.

I’ve read that regular sex is a great protector as we age against dementia and other degenerative conditions. Is this true?

Are people who have regular healthy sex actually physically and mentally healthier?

I certainly believe this to be true. Sex releases amazing chemicals into the bloodstream and

the brain. Our bodies need these chemicals in order to feel good and stay physically and mentally healthy: oxytocin, endorphins, serotonin, dopamine. All these are necessary for mood, balance, aliveness, connection.

What will you be sharing at Taste of Love?

At Taste of Love I will be presenting Working with Powerful Emotions. During sex, anything can come up. The sex centre is the place that stores cellular memories of pleasure and pain.

In humans the memories of pain far outweigh the memories of pleasure. For example, if I asked you to remember how many ‘A’s you got in school, you probably couldn’t. But if I asked you if you ever got a D or and F on your report card, you’d remember the exact teacher and subject. Humans have a penchant for storing trauma and pain. So, during sex, often these unremembered traumas can arise. I will present how to rid the body of pain and trauma using sexual energy to move them through and out.

I will demonstrate how individuals can do this themselves if this occurs while with a partner.

Laurie will also be presenting on Sex Magic – the deliberate use of orgasm to fuel intentions and manifest desires. For more information about Taste of Love, happening in Byron 20–22 April, go to www.tasteoflove.com.au.

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ENTERTAINMENT ACTING OLD Ageing is something we all inevitably face. When we’re young we can’t wait to be older; as we age, time seems to go by so quickly. Each age in life has its own distinct delights and demands. How has age defined who you are and the life you’ve led? Is there something inside you that remains unchanged through the years? What challenges have you confronted as you grow older? Are you content to ‘act your age’ or are you growing old (dis-)gracefully?

Come and share your stories of ageing – from childhood to middle age and beyond. Watch as the Playback actors bring them to life onstage in drama, movement and music. Drill Hall in Mullum on Saturday from 7.30pm.

Entry: $15/$10 at the door.

FUNNY KIDS

ARTISTS’ AFFAIRS

KATHY TOKA SPOKE WITH THE ECHO ABOUT AN ARTISTS’ AFFAIR, A TWO-DAY ARTISTIC IMMERSION IN DRAWING AND PAINTING THE HUMAN FORM. What is your vision for An Artists’ Affair?

The vision is to create a unique event for artists to come and paint the human form, dressed and undressed, within a lovely theatrical-style environment, to create an inviting setting for both models and artists alike. The vision is to combine the more traditional life modelling with a theme – Burlesque and Bare – and to blend and combine the two seamlessly throughout the weekend.

Is this a workshop?

No. The opposite. A workshop requires a mentor/teacher.

The vision for An Artists’ Affair is for the artist to feel a sense of freedom, to be uninhibited. To allow themselves to get lost in their work without concern for a result, or consequences thereof, not to be self-conscious about what grows from the page. We can be our own art guru for the weekend! And I’m sure being among a bunch of other artists will evoke and inspire.

Who should attend?

All those with the heart of an artist. All those who like to paint the human form, with all its fragilities and strengths.

For all artists who appreciate life drawing, askew with angles and edges and colours and curves. And lovely lumps and beautiful bumps.

All those who enjoy composition, thoughtful settings, and props. As it’s a Burlesque and Bare theme, expect to see velvet, corsets, net, satin gloves etc. And of course lots of skin. It’s for all those who long for the opportunity to indulge in a weekend of the pleasure of painting.

And they are?

Her name is Turiya Bruce. A longtime local, activist, artist, workshop facilitator, etc. I am very honoured to have her attend. (Please find her at turiyabruce.org or turiyabruce.com.)

What do you get from a life drawing session?

A normal life drawing session allows for a person to put on their ‘artist’s hat’ for a time, be inspired by the perfect imperfections of a life model, be immersed in a creative likeminded environment. The pleasure of getting the creative juices flowing and to express oneself is fundamental to anyone with an artist’s heart.

Most of us with that messy artistic right-brain propensity understand the desire to find a creative space – and create!

An Artists’ Affair, however, is so much more than a 2.5-hour life drawing session. A two-day drawing event takes the artist on a much deeper journey – with the models and with themselves.

Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 April at Ewingsdale Hall.

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Kids are funny. They have a unique way of seeing the world and they WANT to laugh. That’s where Mandy Nolan comes in. She has been teaching thirteen local kids aged 8–12 the dark art of standup comedy for Funny Kids. Each will perform a 3–4-minute routine.

This is a show for the whole family. You don’t even have to like kids to like the show! Saturday at 3pm. Adults $15 | Kids $10 | Child under five FREE | Family of four $40.

Tickets at www.brunswickpicturehouse.com.au.

STORIES OF SEXUALITY At Stories in the Club: Drawn from Life this Sunday the theme is Sexuality.

In choosing sexuality as the topic Jenni Cargill-Strong, the organiser and storyteller, was keen to explain the places the stories might go.

‘I don’t just mean gender identity or sexual orientation, though that is a part of it. I mean everything to do with our sensual and sexual experiences including physical, spiritual and psychological.

Lately, at the age of 54, I have been experiencing my own personal sexual revolution and transformation – both in my physical experience of sensuality and sexuality and in my thinking and beliefs about it. Many things have catalysed this, but I have come to realise how it is a linchpin for healing a lot of the pain we have from the confusing and contradictory messages we get from mainstream culture.

If we don’t know how to love ourselves completely, how to fully be present in our bodies and with others, how to give and receive the phenomenal pleasure our bodies are designed to experience, how can we be fully empowered, fully passionate and embodied community members, parents, teachers or citizens?’

Stories in the Club with tales told by Mandy Nolan, Ron van Twuiver, Aditya Bellah Moon, Jude White, Spiral Orbit, and Jenni Cargill-Strong.

Sunday. Arrive at 3.30pm for a 4pm start at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club in Dalley Street.

Stories end by 5.30pm. Entry by suggested donation of $10. Book or arrive early to get a seat via the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club website: www.mullumexservices.com.au.

GOOD PLAY ABOUT GOOD MEN As a movie A Few Good Men cost $33 million but it grossed more than $243 million and was nominated for four Academy Awards and five Golden Globes. The key to the success was always in the script.

Come and see the live show at Ballina Players Theatre 6–15 April. Tickets are available now: online at ballinaplayers.com.au/bookings, or at Just Funkin’ Music in River St, Ballina, near the pedestrian lights ($2/ ticket booking fee) in person or on 6686 2440.

IMPRO SCHOOLS CHALLENGE The Northern Rivers Impro Schools Challenge is eight teams of 3–5 students from Years 9 to 12 from five participating schools and two youth groups competing for a cash prize.

They are challenged to create one-, two-, and three-minute improvised scenes live onstage. The scenes are judged by three independent improvisation judges.

This promises to be a hilarious fun-filled evening of entertainment at the Drill Hall in Mullum on Friday. 7pm.

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ENTERTAINMENT

CINEMA REVIEWS

BY JOHN CAMPBELL

LOVE, SIMON I am on side with any movie that includes the Kinks’ beautiful Waterloo Sunset on its soundtrack. The song, so perfectly chosen, is heard early and in its entirety (unusual in itself) when seventeen-year-old Simon (Nick Robinson) discovers that he has an anonymous but sympathetic online friend who shares with him a suffocating anxiety about being outed as gay. Simon’s confidante goes by the name of Blue, while Simon protects himself with the alias of Jacques, and the mystery of who Blue is becomes the hook on which director Greg Berlanti hangs this tender, sharply observed and embracing film. As a senior at high school, living with

SHERLOCK GNOMES You have to wonder, don’t you – how many people have actually read those wickedly clever novels of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s that ultimately would create literature’s most famous detective?

Certainly none of the little kids at whom this terribly disappointing

a happy family in the leafy burbs, nobody has ever questioned Simon’s sexuality. To his intimate circle of friends he is straight, just like them, and the more he keeps his true nature from them the more he is torn up inside. Eventually, Simon finds himself at a crossroads when the overbearing Martin (Logan Miller) inadvertently stumbles on his secret and threatens to expose him if he does not do him a favour. Self-preservation is a powerful instinct and Berlanti does not shy away from having Simon betray and manipulate those closest to him in order to avoid becoming publicly humiliated.

There is so much to love about this movie, not least of which are the performances, so fresh and endearing, of Robinson and the young actors who make up Simon’s gang – Katherine Langfrod, Alexandra Shipp, Keiynan Lonsdale, and Jorge Lendeborg Jr – as well as Jennifer Garner and Josh Duhamel as the parents who didn’t see it coming. You recognise and care for them all. When championing the cause of minority groups, cinema is too often strident in delivering its message, but this movie arrives at a fine balance between the comfy and the edgy, with comedy thrown into the mix by Tony Hale’s whacky deputy principal. Its hopeful world-view might be through rose-coloured glasses, but it is a joy, and the reveal of Blue’s identity is absolutely unpredictable.

Don’t miss it. cartoon is aimed. The time-honoured image of Holmes, drawn in the nineteenth century by the stories’ first illustrator, Sidney Paget, and adhered to in Basil Rathbone’s classic portrayal of him onscreen in the twentieth, is toted out again, as is short and portly Watson’s. Moriarty, Holmes’s mortal enemy, is a different kettle of fish altogether. He is depicted as a weird, plastic yellow baby-like figure in a sort-of nappy – I didn’t get it at all.

What I did get and agreed with absolutely, was when Moriarty looked into the camera near the end and admitted, while speaking to Holmes, that the plot that he had hatched to bring down his opponent was ‘needlessly complicated’. Otherwise, it is quite incredible to think that the producers of this mash would have paid squillions to Johnny Depp and Chiwetel Ejiofor to do the voicings of the sleuth and his sidekick. What is the point of actors’ interpretations of character for a child who is simply needing to be turned on by a visual narrative? There is an interesting twist, in that a peeved Watson has finally got the hump with Holmes’s superior attitude towards him and planned a ‘worm that turned’ revenge, and among the garden gnomes in whose world they move there is a ‘gnomeo and juliet’ romance happening, with the bloke being fashionably the lesser in cleverness and even strength of the two. But it all moves at such a hectic pace and is so unforgivingly noisy. London of the period is recreated to a nicety – particularly Tower Bridge and its mechanical workings – but as a fan of the new animation I found it bumbreakingly boring and, worst of all, without a laugh.

STARS

BY LILITH

THREE PLANETS IN RED-HOT CHILI PEPPER ARIES ARE BALANCED THIS WEEK BY THE SWEET RELIEF OF VENUS IN TAURUS, FLAVOURING APRIL WITH HONEY, FIRE AND SPICE…

ARIES: As planetary retrogrades place course corrections on this week’s menu, it’s time to reconsider what needs to be revisited and revised, reclaimed and reframed.

Like your natural leadership style: best when it’s kind, clear and humorous for everyone to enjoy – no need for boot camp. Oh, and happy birthday, Rams!

TAURUS: Your ruling planet Venus sashaying into Taurus says it’s style upgrade season for you Venusians: time to think beauty revamp, wardrobe makeover and personal pampering. In your sign (one of her favourite homestays) Venus is sensuous and affectionate – but possessive, so make the extra effort to share generously this week.

GEMINI: This is a week when preconceptions, assumptions and/or jumping the gun could trip you up, so best not rush to comment or commit.

Allow things to play out before defending or attacking. Key information is yet to come in; until it does, it’s advisable to hold off buying, selling or signing.

CANCER: With this week’s snap reactions, nuclear temper flares and citizens more competitive than cooperative, your peacekeeping mission’s likely to be negotiating fair and compassionate accord.

The way more fun part?

Finding new uses for old things – inspired recycling’s your forte, since you hate throwing anything away.

LEO: Don’t make the mistake this week of taking lack of enthusiasm for personal rejection.

Resist the me versus them mindset. Widen your viewfinder: think we and us… Astral energy in your travel sector’s suggesting foreign correspondence or multicultural connections could be the quickest current route to a new world view.

VIRGO: Virgos already work hard and smart.

Now this astrological new year asks you to choose which drains on your time, energy and goodwill you’re ready to let go.

Unresolved friendship matters stewing under the radar could also surface – to be ably addressed by Mars and Venus in stable, practical fellow earth signs.

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LIBRA: Following last weekend’s Libra full moon’s sparky finale to March, this week’s planetary emphasis in tell-it-like-it-is Aries is refreshingly straightforward, so don’t shy away from saying what’s necessary – including No. Or from verbal fireworks: keeping it real could be just what’s needed to clear the air.

SCORPIO: Voluptuous Venus in sense-oriented Taurus likes to overdo it, so enjoy this week’s earthy pleasures without going overboard. Same goes for social media and personal interactions, because this is a tricky time when it’s easy to slip off-centre and a momentary mishap can cause an inordinate amount of mopping up.

SAGITTARIUS: With a preponderance of planetary retrogrades muting the typically fullon energies associated with April, it’s rather a relief to be doing less and giving a lot more thought to how your reactions and responses will impact on your future – since this week specifically deals with past repercussions affecting present time.

CAPRICORN: Mars in your sign’s decisive and in charge, but owing to numerous retrogrades its full-steam-ahead energies are held in check till later in the month. So focus this week on researching new ideas, revising and devising strategies for plans to be set in motion late April/early May. AQUARIUS: Assertive planetary emphasis in your ideas and information sector ensure a week of lively networking for your Aquirky selves. Others may be sluggish to get onboard, but remember that during retrograde transits if something doesn’t work or someone says No, it’s worth having a second go and trying again in a different way.

PISCES: The planet Chiron, considered in astrology to influence terrestrial healing, leaves Pisces midApril after an eight-year stay. Its final fortnight in your sign offers a window of opportunity for asking yourself are there any areas where you’d like reparation, understanding, integration? Then after you’ve reached in, reaching out…

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ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY 5 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, FERGO Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, BEN JANSZ Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 8.30 THANDO Q BYRON BAY BREWERY, 7.30 QUALITY STREET HIP HOP NIGHT Q FRESH CAFE, BYRON BAY 7PM ELENA B WILLIAMS Q TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY 7.30PM LADY SLUG Q WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY 8PM LIVE DJS Q BANGALOW BOWLO BYRON BAY JAZZ AND WORLD MUSIC CLUB – BART STENHOUSE & PACO HEREDIA Q LENNOX HOTEL 9PM JAM NIGHT Q NORTHERN RIVERS COMMUNITY GALLERY, BALLINA 5.30PM DELLENE STRONG – THE RIPPLE EFFECT & YEAR 12 SHOWCASE LOUD IN THE GALLERY Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS – THE STAGE 12.30PM SOCIAL NEW VOGUE DANCING, 3.30PM CROWD DJ, 7.30PM THE HODADS

FRIDAY 6 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, THE FAMILY JORDAN, AIDEN MOORE, GOOBY JIM, BABE RAINBOW DJS Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY ALLENSWORTH Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 5PM JON J BRADLEY, 9PM NOCTURAL TAPES + GUESTS Q BYRON BAY BREWERY 7.30PM TIARNE, ATHENA JOY, K Y A Q LUSCIOUS FOODS, BYRON BAY 6PM PALM WINE AMBASSADORS

Q HOTEL BRUNSWICK ROMI SOUNDS

Q CLUB MULLUM, MULLUM EXSERVICES CLUB 4PM STORIES IN THE CLUB: DRAWN FROM LIFE – SEXUALITY

Q BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 6PM ÁINE TYRRELL AND SUSAN O’NEILL, AKA SON

Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 3PM JAM

Q OCEAN SHORES COUNTRY CLUB 7.30PM GREGG PETERSON Q DRILL HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 7PM NORTHERN RIVERS IMPRO SCHOOLS CHALLENGE Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM KRAPPYOKEE Q ST. MARTIN’S HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 7PM DANGEROUSLY POETIC Q STOKERS SIDING HALL 7.30PM 15 MINUTES OF FAME Q TINTENBAR HALL 7.30PM CORIN RAYMOND & SCOTT COOK Q BALLINA RSL LEVEL ONE 7.30PM THE SUN RECORDS ALL-STARS Q NIMBIN BUSH THEATRE 11AM AFRO DANCE SESSION, 7.30PM BLADERUNNER Q MURWILLUMBAH SERVICES CLUB 7.30PM SWEET MIXJAH Q RIVERVIEW HOTEL, MURWILLUMBAH 8PM MERLIN Q CURRUMBIN PUB YONDER SINGLE LAUNCH, PIRATES OF THE TEMPEST, HARRY J HART TRIO, KENT TONSCHECK

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Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS – THE STAGE 11AM DANIELLE GOULLET PRESENTS TERRINA LOWE, 1PM CROWD DJ, 4.30PM VINYL FRENZY, 9PM THE HODADS

Q BANGALOW HOTEL 7PM SURF CASSETTE II PREMIERE

SATURDAY 7

Q ST MARTIN'S, MULLUMBIMBY 3PM KARIN SCHAUPP & UMBERTO CLERICI

GIG GUIDE

Q CURRUMBIN RSL 5PM ACOUSTIC SESSIONS

Q TWIN TOWNS JUNIORS, TWEED HEADS 5PM DAVE CAVANAGH

Q HOTEL BRUNSWICK 7PM PUSH Q BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 9.30AM DROP ‘N’ SHOP KIDS (G) RATED FILM, 3PM FUNNY KIDS Q THE SONG LOUNGE, SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH 6.30PM MICKA SCENE, PHIL AND TILLEY AND CHRISTINA GIORGIO & THE WISHING WELL

Q LISMORE CITY HALL 7PM NORTHERN RIVERS BIG SCREEN PREMIERE SACRIFICE ZONE + Q&A WITH THE FILMMAKERS CLOUDCATCHER MEDIA Q MARY G’S, LISMORE MONEY SHOT Q MURWILLUMBAH SERVICES CLUB 6PM JAKE & THE CADILLACS Q SHEOAK SHACK, FINGAL HEAD 2PM TOMMY CASTLES, 7PM BILL JACOBI Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 1.30PM RUSSELL SPROUT, 4.30PM FLIPSIDE, 9PM THE HODADS Q CURRUMBIN RSL 4PM ACOUSTIC SESSIONS, 8PM SOUNDLOUNGE HARRY MANX

SUNDAY 8 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY KING PARROT, CHILD BITE, DICKLORD, MASOCHIST Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY 7PM BROADFOOT Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 4.30PM MCKENZIE, 8PM DJ DAVE DOG Q BYRON GOLF CLUB 2PM THOR PHILLIPS

Q SUN BISTRO, BYRON BAY 6PM GRACE & BEAU

Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY THE DELICATES, BOING BOING, SOPHIE OZARD, SEASONING

Q STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY 9PM LOCAL DJS

Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY SOUL SHAKERS

Q CLUB MULLUM, MULLUMBIMBY EX-SERVICES CLUB 8PM BREABACH

Q TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY 7.30PM CHRISTIAN PATEY

Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 9PM RHYS BYNON

Q LULU’S, MULLUMBIMBY 11AM SLIM PICKENS

Q TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY LUNCH ’TIL LATE SUNDAY SESSION DJS DJ DANGEROUS COBRA & FRIENDS

Q WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY 8PM ADAM HARPAZ

Q BYRON BAY BREWERY 8PM PACIFIC AVENUE + BIG WHOOPS + PORT ROYAL + MOUNT ZAMIA

Q BILLI PUB AMPHITHEATRE 2PM POPCRIMES FESTIVAL 2018

Q HOTEL BRUNSWICK 4PM THE FERAMONES

Q BALLINA BOWLO 6PM PAUL MULQUEEN

Q BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 5PM DRIVING WITH SELVI

Q BANGALOW HOTEL 7PM GAV DONIGER

Q SUN BISTRO, BYRON BAY 5PM BIGGY P

LOOKING FOR A NIGHT OUT?

WHAT’S ON A WOMAN OF NO IMPORTANCE BY OSCAR WILDE: LIVE SCREENING PRESENTED BY BYRON THEATRE Saturday 7 April, 1pm Tickets: $15 - $25 | BT Club $20

Saturday 7 April, 8pm Full $25 | Conc $20

We have hundreds of gigs from around the north coast in the region’s BEST online gig guide

END OF TERM WOMEN’S THEATRE PERFORMANCE BY PUBLIC ACT THEATRE

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GUITARRA FLAMENCA FEAT. PACO LARA & DAMIAN WRIGHT

Wednesday 11 April, 7.00 pm Full $18 | Age limit 13+

SONGS FROM STAGE AND SCREEN FEATURING THE 7 SOPRANOS

Thursday 12 April, 7.30pm Adult $55 | Conc $50 | BT Club $50 | Group of 8+ $50

APRIL

HEAVEN & HELL

The Friendship of Johnny Cash & Roy Orbison Friday 13 April, 8pm Full $35 | Conc $25

Enjoy a drink at the Theatre Bar Byron Theatre Club Membership now available Byron Community Centre 69 Jonson Street, Byron Bay | www.byroncentre.com.au

6685 6807

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Q BILLINUDGEL HOTEL, NUDGE NUDGE 2PM DJS TAZ, MONSIEUR DIOP, DALE STEPHEN AND LORD SUT Q CLUB LENNOX 4PM OOZ Q NIMBIN BUSH THEATRE 10AM SONIC BLISS, 12.30PM RIVERSIDE JAZZ WITH THE CRUISE BROTHERS Q SPHINX ROCK CAFÉ, MT BURRELL 12 NOON TIM STOKES

The way it should be

Q RIVERVIEW HOTEL, MURWILLUMBAH 2,30PM JOSH-LEE HAMILTON Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS – THE SHOWROOM 8.30PM THE SUN RECORDS ALLSTARS – THE STAGE 12PM CROWD DJ, 2.30PM JOHNNY & THE EASYRIDERS, 7PM THE HODADS Q TWIN TOWNS JUNIORS,TWEED HEADS 2.3OPM BEN AMOR Q CURRUMBIN RSL 4PM ACOUSTIC SESSIONS

MONDAY 9 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, DAN CLARK Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY 7PM JON J BRADLEY

Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS – SHOWROOM 11AM BACK TO THE TIVOLI – THE STAGE 11.30PM RUSSELL HINTON – LINE DANCING, 3.30PM TONY & PATTI – SOCIAL NEW VOGUE SEQUENCE DANCE, 7.30POM THE FLAME

Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 8PM 4’20 SOUND REGGAE NIGHT Q BYRON THEATRE 9.30AM MAYOR’S MORNING TEA TO CELEBRATE NSW SENIORS FESTIVAL 2018

WEDNESDAY 11

Q WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY 8PM REGGAE AFTERPARTY

Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY THE SMITH STREET BAND Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY DARK BLUE GRASS DUO

Q B-SPACE, BALLINA 5PM JAM NIGHT Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 12.30PM CROWD DJ, 4PM, RUSSELL HINTON – LINE DANCING, 7PM MARK WILSON’S DANCE NIGHT

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TUESDAY 10TH APRIL 4–7PM

Q BANGALOW HOTEL 7PM OPEN MIC Q BANGALOW BOWLO 6PM SALSA CLASSES Q BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 11AM LITTLE KIDS STORY TELLING Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 7PM TRIVIA

Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 8.30PM JOSH LEE HAMILTON Q BYRON BAY BREWERY 7.30PM OPEN MIC WITH HARRY NICHOLS Q BYRON THEATRE 7PM PUBLIC ACT THEATRE EMPOWERING WOMEN THROUGH THEATRE Q BANGALOW BOWLO 6.30PM SWING CLASSES Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS – SHOWROOM 11AM BACK TO THE TIVOLI – THE STAGE 12.30PM FLOORBURNERS, 4PM TOMMY MEMPHIS, 7.30PM PPR EXPRESS

BARISTA COURSE LEVEL I: $50 | AGE 15– 24

CALL STEFFIE ON 6685 7777 or book online: www.bys.org.au

TUESDAY 10 APRIL 9.30AM – 2PM

YOUTH WEEK LAUNCH - YOUTH FORUM

SATURDAY 14TH APRIL 9AM–3PM

BYRON FLEA MARKET @ THE YAC Please call Berri to book a stall.

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18TH & 19TH APRIL 10AM TO 3PM

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CONTACT DALE ON 0490544019

1 Gilmore Crescent Byron Bay | bys.org.au Byron Youth Activity Centre (YAC) is managed by Byron Youth Service (BYS)

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Service Directory SERVICE DIRECTORY RATES, PAYMENT & DEADLINE DEADLINE: For additions and changes to the Service Directory is 12pm Friday.

LINE ADS: $99 for 3 months or $340 for 1 year prepaid.

For line Service Directory ads email classifieds@echo.net.au.

DISPLAY ADS: $66 per week for colour display ad. Minimum 8 week booking 4 weeks prepaid.

Please supply display ads 85mm wide, 28mm high. New display ads will be placed at end of section.

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The Echo Service Directory is online in Echonetdaily – www.echo.net.au/service-directory

ACCOUNTS & BOOKINGS: 6684 1777

INDEX Accountants & Bookkeepers ......................................30 Acupuncture .......................................................................30 Agent .....................................................................................30 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration .............................30 Antennas & Installation ................................................30 Antiques / Restoration ..................................................30 Appliance Repair ..............................................................30 Architects .............................................................................30 Automotive .........................................................................30 Bathroom Renovations .................................................30 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters........................30 Bricklaying ..........................................................................30 Building Trades .................................................................30 Bush Regen & Weed Control .......................................31 Carpet Cleaning ................................................................31 Chimney Sweeping .........................................................31 Chiropractic ........................................................................31 Cleaning ...............................................................................31 Computer Services ..........................................................31 Concreting & Paving .......................................................31 Decks, Patios & Extensions..........................................31 Dentists .................................................................................31 Design & Drafting ............................................................31 Driveway Maintenance .................................................31 Earthmoving & Excavation..........................................31 Electricians ..........................................................................31 Fencing..................................................................................32 Floor Sanding & Polishing ...........................................32 Garage Doors .....................................................................32 Garden & Property Maintenance .............................32 Garden Design...................................................................32 Gas Suppliers .....................................................................32 Glaziers .................................................................................32 Guttering..............................................................................32 Handypersons ...................................................................32 Health ....................................................................................32 Hire..........................................................................................32 Hot Water Systems ..........................................................32 Ironing ...................................................................................32 Kitchens ................................................................................32 Landscape Design ...........................................................32 Landscaping ......................................................................32 Laundry Services ..............................................................33 Lawnmower Repairs .......................................................33 Lighting ................................................................................33 Locksmith ............................................................................33 Osteopathy .........................................................................33 Painting ................................................................................33 Permaculture......................................................................33 Pest Control ........................................................................33 Photography ......................................................................33 Physiotherapy ...................................................................33 Picture Framing ................................................................33 Picture Hanging ................................................................33 Plastering.............................................................................33 Plumbers ..............................................................................33 Printing & Copying Services .......................................33 Removalists.........................................................................33 Roofing..................................................................................34 Rubbish Removal .............................................................34 Scrap Metal Merchants .................................................34 Septic Systems...................................................................34 Sewing & Alterations......................................................34 Solar Installation ..............................................................34 Swimming Pools ...............................................................34 Tiling ......................................................................................34 Tree Services ......................................................................34 Upholstery...........................................................................34 Valuers ..................................................................................34 Veterinary Surgeons ......................................................34 Water Filters .......................................................................34 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning .....................................34 Web Design Services ......................................................34 Welding .................................................................................34 Window Tinting .................................................................34

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

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

FRANK STEWART ARCHITECT Reg. 6075. www.frankstewart.com.au............................66856984 OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001

AUTOMOTIVE

ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry..............................................................................................66847415 ACCOUNTANT BANGALOW + BYRON BAY The Office Accountants & Business Advisors ...66872960 BOOKKEEPER XERO & MYOB BAS AGENT Set up, training, Ph Ursula.........................0433 991404 BOOKKEEPER - Xero, Pybles/Rcvbles, payroll, reporting. Free consult. Ph Kylie ...........0429 803286 BOOKKEEPER: MYOB AND BAS AGENT. 18 years experience. Phone Deb...................0411 659959 BAS & BOOKKEEPING Save money and effort with Mark.............................................0475 125478

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE M Collis..................................................66842559 ACUPUNCTURE–TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE. Mary-Ellen Young .................0403 477972

• Tyres • Batteries • Wheel Alignments MULLUMBIMBY TYRE SERVICE Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2016

LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES

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Affordable bathroom renovations are our speciality. From a simple makeover, to a total transformation, we deliver on our guarantee of workmanship and price.

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Call Kane

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All aspects of plumbing: Gas Fitting, Drainage, Construction, Renovations.

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AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION Call Jason: 0434 177 594

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Mullumbimby Refrigeration & Airconditioning Services

– Sales – Installation – Repairs – All Commercial Refrigeration – Residential & Commercial Airconditioning – Coolroom Design & Construction – Freezer Rooms

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COOLMAN AIR CONDITIONING 23 years experience. Lic 178464C AU30147 ..............0412 641753 RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141. Lic No. 264313C.....................0487 264137 ARTISAN AIR www.artisanair.com.au ‘Chill Out’ AU37088 Lic 246545C Supplying Daikin Air Conditioners to the Northern Rivers ...................................................66809394

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• New digital antennas • Reception problems * • Extra TV outlets • Phone sockets • Pensioner discounts

BRICK/BLOCK LAYING Contractors. Lic 291958C. Phone Mark .....................................04=09 444268

BUILDING TRADES • DEPT OF FAIR TRADING: A licence is required for all residential building work where the reasonable market cost of the work to be done (labour and materials) exceeds $5000 (including GST).

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

JP DIGITAL ANTENNAS Reception problems, new antennas, extra TV points, all areas .....0432 289705 CARPENTER/JOINER Lic 39791 Decks, studios, pergolas etc Paul Varendorff ..66845035 or 0414 842602 BYRON ANTENNA SERVICE Call me first for fast service. Richard ..................................0401 190960 BUILDER Renovations, maintenance, 30yrs exp. mchughdesign.com.au Lic 29792C....0408 663420

ANTIQUES / RESTORATION

EXTENSIONS & RENOVATIONS Excellent quality. Builder: Levi Alexander Lic 189611C ..0402 434154 CARPENTER HANDYMAN FB Greg’s Handyman Services Byron Bay Lic No 1039897....0414 109595

FURNITURE RESTORATION Old/antique, 40+ yrs exp. erwinfurniturerestoration.com ...0412 528454 BUILDERS SKILLS, carpenters rates. 25 years exp. Lic No. R84001. Ph Greg .................0422 069632

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Service Directory BUSH REGENERATION & WEED CONTROL

Quality Exterior Refinishing

Pressure cleaning Roof cleaning Native bush regeneration, tree planting and weed control. Fully insured and qualified with more than 12 years’ local experience.

Free property assessments and quotes.Â

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EARTHMOVING PLANT HIRE

Phone Oliver 0419 789 600

Roadworks incl Driveways, Carparks & General Excavation

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Phone Jeremy 0409 146 052

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

Lighthouse Cleaning

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

Holiday lets and Airbnb, residential homes and end of lease cleans, bond cleans etc.

Friendly reliable and trustworthy local service.Â

CARPET CLEANING

TLC

Phone: 0449 765 106Â

Truck Mounted Machine

CARPET CLEANING

TENDER LOVING CARE Specialising in household carpet cleaning Speedy Drying

Kevin & Margaret Bower FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

(02) 6684 1001

Green & Clean

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

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

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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

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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

HOLIDAY CLEANERS AVAILABLE NOW! Domestic, AirBnB, last-minute. Local, exp & reliable .0421 360961

Training & assessment: earthmoving plant & forklift

A PROFESSIONAL & PERSONALISED SERVICE Northern Rivers Area..........................0487 013372

0410 056 228 / 0427 663 678

COMPUTER SERVICES

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.

0431 122 057

APEX CARPET CLEANING www.apexcarpetcleaning.com.au......................... Nathan 0412 926441 Personal tech support for bamboozled ed bip bipeds www.mygeekmate.com.au | mark@digiflip.com.au ip co c

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CHIMNEY SWEEPING

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

Specialising in road works, land clearing, retaining walls and general earthworks.

Augers and rock grab available.

CHIROPRACTIC

EXPERIENCED OPERATORS | FREE QUOTES 0432 299 283

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

Byron Shire Earthmoving

MICHAEL SCHWAGER 108 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby ...................................................66841962 MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC Massage, chiropractic & fitness. 110 Dalley St .........................66841028

RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ....................................................................66844335 WORKRIGHT COMPUTER SUPPORT Mobile service. For Home & Business .................0422 804449

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

CLEANING

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• House washing • High pressure or soft wash • Window cleaning • Driveways, paths & roofs • Gutters & yscreens • Water efďŹ cient • Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6687 4655 or 0412 495750

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Window Cleaning Professionals Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232 or 6680 9901 email: impresswindowcleaning@gmail.com Reliable • Friendly • Professional • Fully Insured • Free Quotes • Affordable Rates Locally Owned and Operated • Quality Work with Over 10 Years Experience

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

DARYL 0418 234 302 OR 02 6680 1793

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MINI EXCAVATION HIRE with auger, experienced operator. Sth Golden Beach ............0401 633222 CIVILTRAK Road construction, excavators, rollers, grader & truck hire ..........................0418 665905

ELECTRICIANS 24 HOUR SERVICE

BANGALOW DENTAL In the Medical Centre Complex, Bangalow ......................................66872766 GAVIN STUART & MARTIN ACKLAND Banora Seaview Dental, Banora Point 30 mins north of Ewingsdale. Open Sat. early & late appointments ................................07 55234090 LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE .......................................................................66851264 MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby .............................................................66842644

0439 624 945

AH

02 66 804 173 All Jobs Small or Large

Domestic Commercial

Lic: 154293c

P/L

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

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

DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048

JAMIE 0408 809 817

BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448

licence no. 201775c

DESIGN & DRAFTING

DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE 20 Year+s Exp.

ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753

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

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

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

ELECTRICIANS (continued) 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!

0458 267 777

0497 413 344 • www.charlibearlawncare.com

Lic. 211410C

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

Suffolk Park

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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 HANDYMAN All services and areas. Reliable and friendly. $35/hour.............................0403 793834 G LANZENI HANDYMAN SERVICE & property maintenance. Byron Bay ....................0412 395604 CARPENTER/BUILDER Renos, timber decks, pergolas, cabins, fencing. Tori Bergin .....0432 788394 BUILDER SKILLS, carpenters rates. 25 yrs exp. Lic No. R84001. Ph Greg.......................0422 069632 HANDYMAN All services and areas. Reliable & friendly. $35/hr ....................................0403 793834 MC’S HANDYMAN SERVICES Exp. painter, home repairs, odd jobs. Great rates............0412 559509

HEALTH • OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture,

0414 905 900

Lic No: 143433C | ACRS Master Cabler A017916

Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy MULLUMBIMBY COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CENTRE 60 Stuart St...............................66841511

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NECA Member

ALL JOBS WELCOME

Electrical • Data • TV • Solar • Level 2 •

2 | ' |KPHQ" GNGEVTKECNUGTXKEGU EQO CW| Lic No: 249371C

COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .......................... 0439 624945 or 66804173 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 .........................................................0429 802355 BYRON BAY ELECTRICAL Geoff Bensley. Lic EC 34079 ...................................................0427 857824

• Acreage Mowing Specialist • Irrigation • Landscaping • Rubbish Removal Byron Shire – Ballina Shire • Fully Licensed & Insured

Contact Vadi: 0404

978 383

byronlawnranger@gmail.com

www.byronlawnranger.com

MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002 WWW.EASTCOASTPILATES.COM.AU Judy Leane BSpSc ..............................................0408 110006 THERAPIST & INTEGRATIVE BODYWORKER www.jessicahallock.com ......................0416 161104

• • • • •

MALI’S Chinese Massage Service. Mullum In & Out Calls. ...................................................66841790

Property maintenance All Mowing jobs Landscaping Pressure cleaning Tip runs

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

0407 065 849

BYRON HIRE Building & home handyman equipment hire ........ www.byronhire.com.au 66856228

JP ELECTRICAL Level 2 ASP Under-g/O-head lines, Pwr poles, Solar. Lic 133082C ........0432 289705 CHRIS APPEL. Ocean Shores. Lic EC 22349.....................................................................0422 607444

THE BYRON BAY GARDEN & LANDSCAPING COMPANY Structural Landscaping

JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C..............0415 126028 SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477

• Paving • Stonework • Timber work • Retaining wall • Garden maintenance • Planting • Turfing • Mulching • Hedging • Lawns

BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ............................0429 033801 GCV ELECTRICAL Domestic, commercial, industrial. Lic No 319893C Phone Craig ........0407 991730

FENCING

ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366

HOT WATER SYSTEMS TWEED COAST ELECTRICAL Hot Water Specialists Lic 214073C....................................0432 728946

IRONING THE IRONING LADY Ironing Service. Suffolk Park $30/hr. Angela.................................0414 719680

0434 329 111

KITCHENS

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 SHAUN LEMURA KITCHENS Byron 20 yrs+ exp Lic 290290C www.slbyronbay.com ...0499 771769 A-Z Lawns & acreage, trees & hedges, clean ups & tip runs, all gutters ..........................0405 625697 D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery. Lic 283553C. www.hinged.com.au ....................... Dave 0409 843689

POOLSAFE GLASS FENCING GLASS & ALUMINIUM POOL FENCING PROFESSIONALS 0499 178 297 psgfencingnsw@gmail.com

A.C.E. LAWNMOWING & GARDENING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed.............Sam 0438 655763 ABOVEBOARD KITCHENS, BATHROOMS & ALTERATIONS Lic 80677C ...................0415 661814 LEAF IT TO US Acreage mowing specialists, all sizes ......................................................0402 487213 AB KITCHENS. Best price guarantee. Lic No 110646C. Steve .........................................0413 281324 PAUL’S MOWING Lawns, edges, hedges, local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O.Shores ......0422 958791 A GREEN EARTH Garden restoration, maintenance, tree & rubbish removal ................0405 716552 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772 PRESTIGE ACREAGE CARE Acreage mowing specialist ...............................................0490 023964

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

BEAU JARDIN We design & build beautiful gardens www.beaujardin.com.au Lic 177274C ...0417 054443

BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0416 424256 THE BURBS MOWING All suburban mowing. Andrew .................................................0431 248888 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Garden Design & Property Planning. Andrew Pawsey ..........0478 519804 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service ............................. 66771852 or 0432 107262 BIO GARDENS Horticulturist for all your gardening needs. Reasonable rates ...............0413 166314

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

ADAM’S ACREAGE MOWING: Acreage Mowing Specialist Please call ..........................0419 813556

The Floor Sander NEW AND OLD FLOORS AND DECKING

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

GARDEN DESIGN • Sand • Soils • Gravels • Pots & statues • Lots, lots more

GAS SUPPLIERS

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

• Non-toxic finishes • Free quotes

Richard Neylan 0407 821 690

No Rental

NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco oils, hard wax oils & water-based finishes. Nathan .............0420 215716

Reliable

Locally Owned Est 18 years

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609 GLAZIERS

LICENCE NO:175956C ABN: 03 113 342 699

QUALITY GARAGE DOORS TO SUIT ALL BUDGETS

7 Stinson Street, Ballina Ph: 02 6686 4238 W: www.cmgd.com.au E: info@cmgd.com.au

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983

Free Delivery

Email richardneylan1@bigpond.com

GARAGE DOORS

Garage Doors & Openers

LANDSCAPING

Shaun Savage Landscapes Established 2008 ~ Lic No: 247282c

Specialising in: • Retaining Walls • Pool Surrounds • Block Work • Paving • Turfing • Stonework 20 Years Experience

0405 594 288

24/7 EMERGENCY GLASS 0415 660 801 6685 8588 Mirrors • Security doors and screens Shower screens • Commercial glazing

SOIL

CRACKER DUST

MULCH GRAVEL

ROAD BASE FIRE WOOD

18 Lucky Lane Billinudgel Industrial Estate

landscaping supplies

0266 804555

BYRON GLASS & ALUMINIUM Home, Shop & Office. 24 hr/7 days. Lic 313329C ..............66808123

GUTTERING

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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

Qualified Structural Landscaper

Lic 308722C

Landscape Design | Construction | Retaining Walls | Pergolas | Paving Dylan 0409 785 584 otr.creativelandscaping@gmail.com

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

0405 922 839 or AH 6684 1778 ABN 180 623 364 42 GUTTERING & DOWNPIPES Leaf Guard. Lic 60414C. Darryl Patterson .........................0414 889453

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

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Service Directory Mark Wopling

Val Ockert & Assoc.

Painting & Decorating

Pathways, Patios, Driveways, Carparks

0422 659 901

Accredited

Lic 154706C

QUALIFIED • INSURED • LOCAL • FREE QUOTES The ďŹ nishing touch to your home

Mob: 0409 451 518

BUSH ROCKS All sizes / mossy, can deliver. Ron ...................................... 66298208 or 0429 398208 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION www.varendorfflandscapes.com Lic 39791 ...6845035 or 0414 842602 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853 SHANE TURNER LANDSCAPES 25 years experience. Creative, reliable & affordable .0418 688171

LAUNDRY SERVICES

mwoplingpainting@hotmail.com

PAINTER NEIL A McINTOSH

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR • PLASTER REPAIRS • WALLPAPERING CLEAN & TIDY • ALWAYS ON TIME • ALL AREAS Mobile: 0421 938 104 – 465 Uralba Road, Uralba

ABN 48867459605 Lic 33995C

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

24 years experience

AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249

PICTURE HANGING PROFESSIONAL ART, OBJECTS & PICTURE HANGING Phone Lenny ..........................0407 031294

PLASTERING

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COL JENKINS PLASTER Gyprock, renovations, repairs. No job too small ......................0401 078733 GLENN WATERS For the finish you can’t see. Lic 58928C...............................................0427 908129

ROOF PAINTING Repair, clean, repaint metal roofs from $1950. Lic 237105C ..............0414 587884

LAUNDRY

DEREK BULLION PAINTING Free quotes. Lic R98818 ......................... 0414 225604 or 66805049

FAST TURNAROUND – AIR BNB

JOSS PAINTING 30 years experience. Free quotes ..................................66846970 or 0421 976843

• Self serve / service wash • New front loaders & dryers • Domestic & commercial services

PERMACULTURE

Mullum Wash House – 0439 001 545 Bangalow Wash House – 0412 302 246

QUALITY LOCAL PAINTER & GYPROCK REPAIRS..........................................Jarrah 0459 351942

PLUMBERS NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

OPEN EVERY DAY

LAWNMOWER REPAIRS

Chay 0429 805 081

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

20 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE

Licence No. 207479C

Free Quotes

ABN 31 490 733 798 LIC 203196C

LIGHTING PEST CONTROL

Lighting Showroom Open 9am – 5pm Mon – Fri Unit 5, 21-23 Tasman Way, Byron A+I Estate Free on-site consultancy 6680 7007 creativelightingsolutions.com.au

• Targeted treatments for all pests with “no sprayâ€? cockroach treatments • If you have found live termites, do not disturb them and call us for advice!

No cost for quoting on active termites Relax, when safety, reputation and experience matters, we are the experts

LOCKSMITH

6685 4490 or AH on 0414 769 018

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

OSTEOPATHY

www.sanctuarypest.com.au

02 6681 6555 Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

OSTEOPATHY

All Plumbing Blocked drains GasďŹ tting Solar Hot Water

0404 053 857

Lic. No. 206913C

Professional Property Protection you can Trust

CREATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS

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

at Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre

Dr. Matthew Fourro (Osteo) Dr. Egbert Weber (Osteo) 60 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby | 02 6626 7900 NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs. Mon, Wed, Fri..............................................66857517 JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025

PAINTING • 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.

THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714

BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018 HRH PLUMBING Providing a prompt, reliable & efficient service. Lic 220755C ............0402 652017 BIRD SPIKES. A safe way to deter unwanted birds. Andrew .........................................0431 248888 MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035

BYRON BAY

• Domestic & Commercial • Servicing all areas • Workmanship guaranteed • Attention to detail

0438 784 226 • 6685 4154

Lic No 189144C

ALL-WAYS PAINTING

PHOTOGRAPHY

Tree Faerie Fotos

Professional • Commercial • Personal www.treefaeriefotos.com • 0417 427 518

PHYSIOTHERAPY BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, mat/reformer Pilates classes.

Kim Snellgrove, Cally O’Hara ................................................................................................66872330 NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING X 6680 7573 0415 952 494 X www.yvesdewilde.com.au LIC 114372C

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ADM PLUMBING SERVICES‌ (NO JOB TOO SMALL)‌ Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483 BLOCKED DRAINS Drain camera, no dig repairs. Drain Pipe King. Lic 237124C ...................66770004

30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism

YVES DE WILDE

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

ANTHONY D’ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511 CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel ..................Bangalow 66872337 & M’bah 66723818 PETRA KARNI Physio, Craniosacral, Alexander Technique. Byron. Open Saturdays.......0403 226858 OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics, shock wave therapy, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Ilse V Oostenbrugge, Steve Clifford.......66803499

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

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

REMOVALISTS

Andy’s Move & More

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

0429 149 533 Est 2006

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO

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

From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth – just give us a ring

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

• Freight services to Brisbane weekly • Carriers of ďŹ ne art • Furniture removal • E-bay pick up & delivery

PICTURE FRAMING BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel ........................66803444 MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10 ............................0403 734791 BYRON BAY GALLERY Framing 17 Lawson St. Byron Bay Phone Tommy ....................0414 749278

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SEWING & ALTERATIONS

LEAPFROG REMOVALS

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

SOLAR INSTALLATION

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

Pioneers of the solar industry

0432 334 200 02 6680 8170

Serving Northern NSW since 1998

leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au

Call us on 6679 7228

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LONG + SHORT TERM CONTAINERS FOR HIRE

SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66877677 or 0417 698227

The expert in solar efďŹ ciency

Call 1300 18 20 50

PETER GRAY Dip Arb. AQF5. Consulting arborist ...........................................................0414 186161 BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ....................................................0402 364852 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance .....................................0401 208797

www.saegroup.com.au

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

Electrical License # QLD: 72258 | NSW: 227562C

ALL PALM & TREE SERVICES Arborist, Free Quotes. Sam .............................................0428 715886

0434 391 855

UPHOLSTERY

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

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

ROOFING

VALUERS

DOMESTIC â&#x20AC;˘ INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL

MONTYS METAL

ROOFING Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD regâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Chartered Valuers ................... 0431 245460 or 66857010

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Metal RooďŹ ng Installations â&#x20AC;˘ Guttering Downpipes â&#x20AC;˘ Fascia â&#x20AC;˘ Skylights â&#x20AC;˘ Whirlybird Patios â&#x20AC;˘ Repairs â&#x20AC;˘ Leaf Guard

Contact Juno Energy, your household and commercial solar installation specialists.

Authorised Northern Rivers LG solar/battery dealer and Sonnen battery dealer.

Craig Montgomery â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0418 870 362 Email: montysmetalrooďŹ ng@gmail.com www.montysmetalrooďŹ ng.com.au

Patrick - 0425 256 802

www.junoenergy.com.au licence number: 255292C LIC: 223489C

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ALL ROOF CLEANING Experienced, insured & fast free quotes. Call ..............................0419 789600 ROOF PAINTING & REPAIRS Free quotes. Lic 1134084. Joe .........................................0414 587884

The Water Filter Experts for home, commercial and rural properties

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181

73 Station St, Mullumbimby (opp. Council chambers)

6684 3003 TILING

Dirty Tiles & Grout?

SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS

...forget pointless scrubbing

BYRON CASH FOR SCRAP @ BRUNSWICK BYRON AUTO WRECKERS Buying: â&#x20AC;˘ Scrap metal â&#x20AC;˘ Aluminium â&#x20AC;˘ Copper â&#x20AC;˘ Brass â&#x20AC;˘ Lead â&#x20AC;˘ Car Batteries Next to Tyagarah Service Station

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

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

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

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

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

0408 232 066

TILE & GROUT CLEANING

Servicing the Far North Coast for 20Â years.

Free quotes. Experienced local technicians.

ChemDryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patented cleaning systems.

NORTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT

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

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FULLY Water puriďŹ cation systems INST ALLED IN YOUR Rainwater Filters HOME Whole house ďŹ ltration systems

Phone Chris 0414 229 114

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0487 777 247 www.pristinewater.com.au

WATER FILTERS SUPPLY AND SERVICE

WINTER SPECIAL: 2

Every 5th m FREE

TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103 MD TILING SOLUTIONS Wall & floor tiling, water proofing. Lic 286371C .....................0406 858290 PETEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TILING PTY LTD Wall and floor tiling, waterproofing. Lic 1186218 .................0447 327536

TREE SERVICES

CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES

34 April 4, 2018 The Byron Shire Echo

MULLUM VET CLINIC Richard Gregory, Erin Tottenham, Bec Patison. 24 hrs 7 days ..........66843818

â&#x20AC;˘ All pool requirements â&#x20AC;˘ Professional advice â&#x20AC;˘ Water testing â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly service â&#x20AC;˘ Pool servicing

OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ......................................... 0412 161564 or 66841232 MULLUM POOL SHOP Water testing, eco products, mobile service, repairs................0418 666839 BYRON SKIPS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 2, 3, 4 & 6 m3 bins available ..............................0450 300360 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 4m3 trailer................................................................0408 210772 A UTE LOAD OF STUFF .................................................................................................0408 210772 TIPPER HIRE avail for rubbish removal & tip runs. Jono................................................0412 871438

D washin steel, es and machin ers dry

VETERINARY SURGEONS

ATTENTION POOL OWNERS

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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Rural, Commercial & Industrial. www.simsonproperty.com.au..........0400 134562 or 0427 220976

WATER FILTERS

SWIMMING POOLS

ZAC MACTAGGART METAL ROOFING PTY LTD

SIMPSON PROPERTY GROUP - Valuation, Advisory & Asset M/ment. Specialists in: Residential,

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

WEB DESIGN SERVICES TheWebShop.co Affordable website build & digital marketing. hello@thewebshop.co ...66874760

WELDING

The Fully Insured Professionals

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

â&#x20AC;˘ Stump Grinding â&#x20AC;˘ Bobcat â&#x20AC;˘ Cherrypicker â&#x20AC;˘ Crane Truck â&#x20AC;˘ 18â&#x20AC;? Chipper

WINDOW TINTING

Mark Linder QualiďŹ ed Arborist 0408 202 184 choppychoptrees@bigpond.com

SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices ..........................0412 158478 SURFWAGON - Car/Home/Office tint. Lifetime Warranty. W/sale price .........................0434 875009

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Classifieds INDEX

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777

Birthdays ................................ 37 Businesses For Sale.............. 36 Childcare................................ 35

CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

Death Notices ........................ 37

PHONE ADS

Engagements ........................ 37

Ads may be taken by phone on

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

For Sale ................................. 36 Garage Sales........................ 36 Halls For Hire........................ 36 Health Notices ....................... 35 Motor Vehicles ....................... 36 Musical Notes ........................ 37 Only Adults ............................ 37 Pets ........................................ 37

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

CLASSIFIEDS THAT WORK ALL WEEK!

Echo Classies also appear online in Echonetdaily – echo.net.au/classified-ads

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

THE BYRON SHIRE

$17 for two lines is the minimum charge.

Display classies (box ads): adcopy@echo.net.au Line classies: classifieds@echo.net.au

DISPLAY ADS (with a border): $12.50 per column centimetre

Ad bookings only taken during business hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Ads can’t be taken on the weekend.

Account enquiries phone 6684 1777.

These prices include GST.

netdaily

Cash, cheque, Mastercard or Visa Prepayment is required for all ads.

Positions Vacant .................... 36

Public Notices ........................ 35 Removalists ........................... 36 Share Accommodation .......... 36 Short Term Accommodation .. 36 Social Escorts........................ 37 To Lease ................................ 36 To Let ..................................... 36 Tradework .............................. 36 Tree Services ......................... 36 Tuition .................................... 37 Wanted .................................. 36 Wanted To Rent ..................... 36 Work Wanted ......................... 37

Advertisements placed in The Byron Shire Echo do not reflect the views or opinions of the editorial staff.

The Byron Shire Echo does not make any representations as to the accuracy or suitability of any content or information contained in advertising material nor does publication constitute in any way an endorsement by The Byron Shire Echo of the content or representations contained therein.

The Byron Shire Echo does not accept any liability for the representations or promises made in paid advertisements or for any loss or damage arising from reliance on such content, representations or promises.

BYRON ARTISAN MARKET This Saturday 4–9 pm

PUBLIC NOTICES BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE CAFE Open every Sunday for homemade jam & 1 hour before show times

RAILWAY PARK, BYRON BAY

www.byroncentre.com.au

NSW Coastal Panel Development Application Coastal Protection Works – Belongil Beach Application No Location Proponent Council Area

CP 17-010 40 Childe Street, Byron Bay Bethany Trewern Byron Shire Council

Description of proposal Coastal Protection Works on the applicant’s land, adjacent to No. 40 Childe Street, Byron Bay and existing public road reserve, immediately northeast.

Exhibition A copy of the Development Application (DA) and supporting documentation may be viewed on the NSW Coastal Panel’s webpage www.environment.nsw.gov.au/coasts/coastalpanel.htm.

The DA will also be on exhibition from 29/03/2018 until 20/04/2018 during regular business hours, at: • Byron Shire Council, Council Administration Centre 70-90 Station Street, Mullumbimby NSW 2482 • The NSW Office of Environment and Heritage, Level 14, 59-61 Goulburn Street Sydney Submissions Under the provisions of Division 25 of Part 3 of the State Environmental Planning Policy (Infrastructure) 2007, the NSW Coastal Panel has statutory roles in relation to coastal protection works on the open coast or at the entrance to estuaries. The application has also been referred to the Department of Industry Lands for approval, as the proposed development is classified as integrated development under the Roads Act 1993.

Submissions must be received by the Panel by 5pm on 20 April 2018. Your submission should include: • your name and address • the name of the application and the application number • a statement on whether you support or object to the project.

Your submission should be: • emailed to coastal.panel@environment.nsw.gov.au • faxed to 02 9995 5939, or • posted to Chair, NSW Coastal Panel, c/- Office of Environment and Heritage, PO Box A290 Sydney South NSW 1232 or Persons lodging submissions are required to declare reportable political donations (including donations of $1000 or more) made in the previous two years. Visit www.planning.nsw.gov.au/donations for more details, including a disclosure form.

It is Coastal Panel policy to make a copy of submissions publicly available, including on the Coastal Panel’s webpage. If you do not want your name to be made available, please clearly state this in your submission.

Enquiries: OEH Environment Line on 131 555 within NSW (mobiles excluded) or (02) 9995 5555 or coastal.panel@environment.nsw.gov.au

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

ALL JUST $10 EACH Available from The Echo office reception

MADE IN MULLUM Interested in selling your handmade crafts, artworks, photography etc locally from $50 a week? Interested to see what sells and what doesn’t? Contact Facebook: Made In Mullum or email madeinmullum@gmail.com

IKEA

DELIVERY

Save Money & Time We shop and deliver from $40. Assembly extra.

Ph 0410

407 247

bigswedishstorerun.com.au

Mullum Creek Native Nursery

THE

LARGEST

RANGE OF NATIVE PLANTS IN THE

BYRON SHIRE

FROM ONLY $2.50 EACH

Amanda Phelps www.bettercaring.com.au/ carer/amandaph

1300 736 573

Saturday 7th April

Phone 6628 4495 No dogs please

Open Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10 am – 4 pm Saturday 9am – 1pm

PROF. SERVICES LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002

110 Yankee Creek Rd, via Wilsons Creek Rd, Mullumbimby | Only 3.5km from the Mullum Golf Course | 6684 1703

HEALTH

HYPNOTHERAPY, NLP & COACHING

Geographical Names Act 1966 PURSUANT to the provisions of Section 8 of the Geographical Names Act 1966, the Geographical Names Board hereby notifies that it proposes to assign the name:

KINESIOLOGY

Clear subconscious sabotages.

Reprogram patterns and beliefs.

Restore vibrancy and physical health. De-stress.

Ph 66846914 SANDRA DAVEY, Reg. Pract.

HYPNOSIS & EFT

Simple and effective solutions Anxiety, Cravings, Fears & Trauma.

Maureen Bracken 0402205352

Body Based

Psychotherapy Somatic Practice

Julie Wells Anne Goslett (nee Mannix)

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

Rolfing® Byron Bay Are old injuries still hurting?

Jeremy Sutton • 0407 132 921 rolfingbyronbay.com

BRENT VERCO

CHIROPRACTOR MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC 6684 1028

MON TUE WED THU FRI PM & SAT AM

www.wendypurdey.com.au

BREAK THE CHAIN OF ADDICTIONS NOW!

Bob Bellear Sportsground for a sportsground accessed via Shara Boulevard, located adjacent to Brunswick Valley Way and New Brighton Road in the locality of Ocean Shores.

Feeling trapped?

Learn how to overcome addictive and limiting behaviours.

Stop smoking, weight loss and so much more.

The position and extent for this feature is recorded and shown within the Geographical Names Register of New South Wales.

The proposal can be viewed and submissions lodged on the Geographical Names Board website at www.gnb.nsw.gov.au from Wednesday 4 April to Friday 4 May 2018. Alternatively, email submissions may be lodged with the Secretary, Geographical Names Board, at ss-gnb@finance.nsw.gov.au or written submissions mailed to 346 Panorama Avenue, Bathurst, NSW 2795.

For more information: visit www.gnb.nsw.gov.au Geographical Names Board, PO Box 143, BATHURST NSW 2795

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

CHILDCARE

DENTURES

Narelle Underwood Chair

THAI MASSAGE With male, 1hr $50, Brunswick Heads. Ph Nui 0413710742

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

Phone 0424025271

Cash, cheque, Eftpos & creditcard

In accordance with Section 9 of the Geographical Names Act 1966, all submissions lodged may be subject to a Government Information (Public Access) application and may be viewed by a third party to assist the Board in considering this proposal.

DR ARPANA (retired GP) offering advanced SCENAR treatments for speeding healing of acute and chronic injuries. Ph 0428853352. $70/hr Suffolk

Dip.Som.Psych, Clinical PACFA Reg.

MEMORIAL PARK, BRUNSWICK HEADS Linda and Michele

ALL BOTTLEBRUSHES 25% OFF

The best market in the country!

BRUNSWICK HEADS MARKETS

Bottlebrushes are one of the hardiest plants for our area.

They are indestructible!

Heaps of varieties in all shapes, colours and sizes.

Find one right for your place.

THIS WEEK:

THIS SUNDAY

Independent Care Worker

Beautiful Bottlebrushes

SUPER SPECIAL

The Channon Craft Market 6688 6433

Call today 6680 2630 27 years experience.

Inherent Well Being Shift out of dysfunctional patterns Gwen Channer Modern Psychology, Hypnosis, Coaching, Quantum Touch 0401 660 073 inherentwellbeing.com.au

Fund BAYSIDE ACUPUNCTURE Health Rebates & AND HERBAL MEDICINE Hicaps Available BLZ138497

DISCLAIMER

Professional Services ............ 35

Becky Martin (Acupuncturist) Women’s Health Children, Cosmetic Acutonics® (Fri & Sat)

Dr David King

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

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

ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE MASSAGE ACUTONICS®

The Byron Shire Echo April 4, 2018 35

Classifieds HEALTH continued

COLONICS

• FULLY INSURED • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES

Offering colonic hydrotherapy, sauna and naturopathy at our beachside clinic.

Call or text 0458633869 www.byronbaydetoxretreats.com.au

6684 4421 0402 364 852

KAHUNA & ZENTHAI SHIATSU 90 minute massage for $90.

Ocean Shores. Guy 0467625245

Kings Creek, Mullumbimby Mark 0427 490 038 | Karen 0427 804 284

SUMMERLAND ARCHIBALD’S CHEAP TREE SERVICES QUARRY PRODUCTS

Diana Ewing

• Cherry Picker • Wood Chipper • Stump Grinder • Tree Surgeon • Fully Insured

• Yoga • Shiatsu• Massage

9 week Beginners Yoga starts Mon 9th April. 6pm.

Bookings essential.

Mulch Supplies

M: 0407 455 212 www.dianaewing.com

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

BAMBOO PLY

Mobile 0417 698 227

from $10.50sqm & Bamboo Flooring.

For ceilings, walls, doors, etc.

Ph 66884188 • sample & brochure. www.bambooply.com.au

TRADEWORK

MOSQUITO NETS

Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6687 7677 3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

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

CONCRETE POSTS • Palings • Posts • Hardwood poles • Sleepers • Molasses • Firewood • Tomato stakes • Cane Mulch

100% cotton, all sizes, locals discounts.

Ph 66843191 www.1001nets.net

3UMMERLAND %NVIRONMENTAL

Mercedes-Benz C180 Kompressor, 2002. Mechanically sound & well serviced. 289,000km. Reg to 8/18. Paint needs work. Best offer over $3000.

0402663383

BRUNSWICK furn rooms incl bills, big garden. 1 at $200pw, own toilet. Dbl rm avail 1/5 – 31/10 $260pw. 0415238408

SMALL LOCAL family of professionals seeking long-term rental. Well presented 3br, 2 bthrm house. South Golden to Ewingsdale. Exc. refs, respectful tenants wanting to move between now and May. Jerry 0424650858 or Jaymie 0449220229

SUFFOLK $235pw incl bills. Bond req.

Double bed, BIR. Text 0435929853 O.SHORES great room with ensuite. $260pw, worker, n/s, d/f. Ph 0427951010

AUTOMATIC 1993 TOYOTA COROLLA 155249KM LOW KM HATCH GREAT FOR LEARNERS. SN6458.............................................................$2750 AUTOMATIC 2009 KIA RIO 111524KM LOW KM 5DR HATCH VERY TIDY. SN3861..$6995 AUTOMATIC 2004 SUBARU FORESTER 149919KM LOW KM AWD. SN7087.............$7495 2006 HOLDEN VIVA 5SPD MANUAL 156740KM HANDY WAGON 6MTHS REGO. SN1887.....$5495 AUTOMATIC 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY LUXURY 183132KM 7SEATER FAMILY VAN. SN2539.............................................................$7995

TO LET BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333 STORAGE From $105/mth. Bangalow. Ph 66872833

2012 MITSUBISHI TRITON 5SPD MANUAL 173796KM SINGLE CAB TRAYBACK. SN4636...........................................................$10990

OCEAN SHORES cosy 2br studio, sunny,

BARGAINS

N/s. Avail mid-April. $450pw. Inspection by

ballinacarcentre.com.au

16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA

Ballina Car Centre

DLN 19950

2N OU D ED T S ITI OO ON N !!

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

WANTED TO RENT

ROOM IN 2BR Flat nice & clean, BIRs, suit reliable & relaxed emp fem. $200pw + Bills. Suffolk Park. Ph Tim 0424102248

6686 5586 / 0418 676 274

4HE ,IQUID 7ASTE 3PECIALISTS

SHARE ACCOM.

large deck, small garden, suit prof sgl/cpl. appointment phone 0405410965 OCEAN SHORES Quiet & high quality.

1br, kitchen with dining area, living room.

Patio with views. Walk to beach. From May 1–Aug 1. $330pw. Ph 0490861018 SECURE STORAGE BANGALOW Brand new storage sheds 66871500 BANGALOW RENT-A-SHED Modern & Secure from $140 p/m Elders Real Estate 66871500

FOR SALE

BYRON SELF-STORAGE UNITS Clean & secure. Ph 1300762618

SCAFFOLDING Erect, hire & sales.

Aluminium, steel & mobile. 0427774450

Martin Frank PHYSIOTHERAPIST Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

20 Shirley St, Byron Bay

6685 8532

HALLS FOR HIRE COORABELL HALL WEDDINGS, GIGS, CLASSES 66871307 www.coorabellhall.net

& backloads to Brisbane. Friendly,

Buy and sell good quality used furniture Ph 66842511

with 10 years local exp. 0409917646

MIELE WASHERS

Secure from $18pw, 10 cubic mtr shed.

BALLINA SELF-STORAGE UNITS

Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511 DAVID LOVEJOY’S BOOKS Available from The Echo reception: Between Dark and Dark, a memoir; Moral Victories, the biography of a chess player; Heresy, an historical novel.

ALL JUST $10 each.

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

COMPOST TOILETS STARTING AT $960 Green Building Centre 0427701653

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

0488 609 774 bookings@mullumcivic.com

TREE SERVICES

FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND Supplying commercial, wood fired bakeries, pizza restaurants and residential, combustion stoves, open fires, pot belly, kindling. Various load sizes from 4’x 6’ to 4 ton tipper.

PRICES STARTING FROM $95.

VOLUME DISCOUNTS.

Matt 0427 172 684

NICK HART

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

Fully insured • Free quotes

PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE • • • • •

REMOVALS PALMS TREE SURGERY FREE QUOTES FULLY INSURED

• • • • •

STUMP GRINDING TREE REPORTS DA APPLICATIONS CRANE HIRE CHERRY PICKER

6687 2750 - 0401 208 797

Baby grand piano KG-1D model.

In excellent condition, always kept tuned and dust free. $7200.

Ph 0412 732 465

36 April 4, 2018 The Byron Shire Echo

Across 3 locations. Ph 66867011

For your FREE copy email your name and address to byronhealing@echo.net.au or pick up one from the Echo office in Mullum

Quiet mature, n/s, d/f, no pets, avail 1/5,

SUFFOLK 3br, 2 bthrm unfurnished gardens, long term tenant, references required. $760pw + exp. Ph 0427275295 BRUNSWICK HEADS

WANTED

BUSINESS FOR SALE

complex. Modern, bright, north-facing.

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

Photos: www.brunswick-heads.com

GARAGE SALES

FOOD STALL PAELLA well-established business in the Byron Shire. Permanent sites at Byron, Bangalow & Channon markets. $70,000 ono. Ph 0401617780

SUNRISE ESTATE 21 Julian Rocks Dr. Sat 8am. Clothes, kitchenware, nic-nacs

REMOVALISTS

MULLUM 5 Cassia Crt Moving sale. Sat 8-2pm. Furniture, h/h goods, all must go!

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

MOTOR VEHICLES

CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS Local reg’d business 66845296 or 66845403

Solar, a/c, LUG. 0491075578 $550pw

EUREKA very large sep 1br house, quiet rural outlook, large deck. Suit discerning

Forget the past the future will give you plenty to worry about.

– George Allen Sr

CASUAL ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT Mojosurf. 16 to 24 hrs pw in our busy office in Byron. Experience in accounts receivable & payable, wages, bank reconciliation and GST knowledge within a larger organisation. Local residents only. CV to: accounts@mojosurf.com 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 office box Experienced Cook/chef wanted Established Byron cafe / bar / restaurant Day & night. Part time / full time Phone 0401836903

GoByron Drivers Wanted Choose your own hours Earn great money Be your own boss Full training provided

Email: info@gobyron.com.au Phone: 6620 9200

Volunteer Secretary

Companions Animals Welfare Inc. (CAWI) is a not for profit organisation located in Brunswick Heads dedicated to providing care and finding homes for unwanted or surrendered animals.

We are seeking a reliable, proactive, responsible and computer literate person to fill the position of Secretary.

This key role includes:• Scheduling, notice, and materials for meetings • Minutes of meetings • Maintenance of Records Please note that this is a volunteer position. If you are interested in this position please email a brief summary about yourself and what experience and/or attributes you can bring to the position to cawidogs2483@gmail.com by 11/4/18.

sgl/cpl, pref no kids/pets. $395pw. Refs req. Email: eurekaoasis@gmail.com O.SHORES granny flat, unfurn, carport, courtyd. Suit wkg single/cpl. Cool & comfy. $300pw incl. No pets. 66803176

We are looking for an experienced, well presented

BARTENDER.

SHORT TERM ACCOM.

BRUNSWICK HDS, short term rental April 12 - May 13. Fully furn home in town. Suit cple. No pets or smokers.

0411561167

POSITIONS VACANT

6-12mth. $315pw incl bills. 0424139778

Large 3 bedroom villa, well-maintained

SPACIOUS 3br 3 bthrm home. Avail 8 weeks June/July. 6km to Mullum. Quiet location, spectacular views. Suit couple $500pw + elec & bond. Ph 0419164717

OFFICE 70sqm Byron A&I. next to cafe a/c, carpet $375pw + GST. 0418327731

refs, no pets $350pw. Txt 0431561185

house, beautiful private setting, deck, lush

Read it online: byronhealing.com.au, follow us on: instagram.com/byronhealing facebook.com/byronhealing

FARM SHED and ten acres on certified organic farm in Stokers Siding for lease.

Includes unlimited gravity fed dam water supply and solar power. $300pw. Ph 0405537143. Shed not for habitation.

POCKET CABIN 1br. Clean sgl wkg n/s,

O.SHORES s/c studio. In forest, nr river.

0408 210 772

6684 9137 • 0427 347 380

TREE SERVICES

The essential guide to Healing in the Northern Rivers

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal

TREE SERVICES

Tallow

LOCAL REMOVAL

BRIDGLANDS

TO LEASE

Ocean Shores 3 br 1 bth $550 Mullumbimby 3br 1bth $500 3br 2 bth $580 Brunswick Heads 2br 1bth $395 2br 1bth $440 2br 1bth $450 South Golden Beach 2br 1bth $520 3br 1bth $550 Commercial – Billinudgel Premium showroom & warehouse space. 445m2.

Certified organic. Contact office for details & inspection L.J. Hooker Brunswick Heads 6685 0177 5/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads

Please send CV to hello@ theitalianbyronbay.com

BARBER/ HAIRDRESSER We are looking for an independent, energetic, professional BARBER/HAIRDRESSER @ Billi Goat Hair Salon in Billinudgel.

Great opportunity to create your own hours & build your clientele base. Options available from ‘day rates’ or to rent salon in its entirety and sublet to another. All equipment, wi-fi, electricity, water inclusive. Easy parking.

Great location!

0401 441 582

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

Classifieds DEATH NOTICES

Part-Time Receptionist

PETS

SOFT HANDS WARM OIL Sensual touch. Mature & discreet. Byron.

0407264343 sensualmassagebyronbay.com

A vacancy exists for a receptionist to work in an established private practice. Mullumbimby Psychology is located within a quiet and beautiful space in the heart of town and provides a broad range of psychological services across the lifespan.

The successful applicant needs to be experienced in administration, book keeping, reception; medical reception experience or graduate qualifications are desirable. You will benefit from working as part of a cohesive, positive and professional team in a busy practice.

You will need strong IT literacy skills, a high attention to detail, exceptional customer service, written and oral communication skills and organisational skills. Some counselling skills/training is well regarded.

Please include a tailored cover letter with your resume addressing the above selection criteria. (Refer to the employment section of our website for more details).

Email applications or enquiries to

jobs@mullumbimbypsychology.com.au or call 02 6684 4748.

‘Pick up for Your Park’ Team Leader Wanted Byron Bay based conservation group Positive Change for Marine Life are looking for a ‘Pick up for Your Park’ Project Team Leader. In this exciting role you will be helping create a culture of litter awareness and prevention by engaging / partnering with communities in Brunswick Heads. This volunteer position is a great opportunity to gain experience and create positive change for marine life on the north coast. To apply head to pcfml.org.au/join-us/

Chef All-rounder 5 days, 6am starts, 38 hours Locals only, long term position.

Would suit an experienced chef who wants daytime hours, stable work and less stress. Creative input. Involves some FOH. Barista skills ideal.

Info: www.pantry29.com.au

ENGAGEMENTS

IAN ‘BUDA’ MIRABITO Your laughter will live on and never be forgotten. We will remember you in our hearts forever.

We will gather for Ian in Torakina Park, Brunswick Heads on Thurs 5th at 11am BYO Flowers

Engagement!

Love & best wishes, mum & dad, Taz, Roobie & the whole family.

MONTHLY MARKETS 1st SAT Bruns Heads

IRONING SERVICE Shirts, sheets & everything in between.

Suffolk Park. $30/hr. Angela 0414719680 LOCAL REMOVALIST Happy to move big, small & in between.

Call Benny 0402199999 ALL TYPES BUILDING WORK Blocklaying & bricklaying Lic 60801C Paul 0423852559

TUITION FRENCH • ITALIAN • GERMAN Eva 0403224842 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au

max

0439 489 631

5th SUN Lennox Head 0419 369 609 5th SUN Nimbin 0458 506 000 SATURDAYS Byron Artisan Market 4-9pm 6685 6807

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

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

GUITAR STRINGS, REPAIRS Brunswick Heads 66851005 QUALITY PIANOS for sale, and expert piano tuning. Ph Fred Cole 0412216019

BIRTHDAYS

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Can’t wait to see you back here!

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

Happy Birthday T IR ZA !

Love the Echo Drudges

CHILL AT HOME, I COME TO YOU! Smokin’ Afro-Latina Outcalls/Incalls Deep Tissue Massage 0407013347

Couples, Men & Women Ɔ

Max is a 15 week old desexed male mastiff x boxer pup. He will be a big boy when grown and has a gentle nature so an ideal family pet and at the right age for training. If you can give Max a permanent, loving home please contact Pam on 0421 017 461.

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

0407 013 347

SOCIAL ESCORTS SYDNEY 19 is back, size 6, English Rose.

Aurora 19, size 6, stunning. Kenzie 24, E bust, blue eyed surfie girl. Leah 28, pretty, size 10, adventurous. Leyla is back, sexy stunning brunette. Bonnie 22, size 10, stunning, D natural bust. Brittany 40, size 8, natural E bust, classy cougar. Lexie is back, size 8, natural F bust. Tash 21, size 6, busty brunette. Mia 18, blonde stunner.

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Needs carers for medium – large dogs.

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Astronomical data and tides

Times are Eastern Standard Daylight Savings Time.

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.

Low tide, height (m) 0234,0.27; 1458,0.24 0318,0.32; 1530,0.28 0402,0.39; 1602,0.33 0446,0.47; 1633,0.40 0533,0.55; 1705,0.48 0627,0.62; 1744,0.56 0730,0.67; 1832,0.63 0845,0.68; 1943,0.69 0957,0.65; 2105,0.71 1054,0.59; 2222,0.67 1139,0.52; 2319,0.60 1216,0.45 0005,0.52; 1249,0.38 0047,0.44; 1321,0.32 0128,0.38; 1354,0.27 0210,0.34; 1428,0.24 0253,0.33; 1503,0.24 0340,0.34; 1541,0.26 0430,0.38; 1621,0.32 0529,0.44; 1706,0.40 0635,0.49; 1800,0.48 0749,0.52; 1909,0.56 0904,0.51; 2031,0.59 1012,0.47; 2152,0.57 1109,0.41; 2301,0.51 1156,0.35 0000,0.45; 1236,0.31 0051,0.40; 1313,0.28 0138,0.38; 1346,0.28 0222,0.38; 1419,0.29

One of life’s unsolved mysteries!

ALLEY and MILLY are still holed up in the centre - w a i t i n g! A more loveable, devoted couple of youngsters could not be found.

All of their lives to date have been spent in one room. Truly gorgeous, friendly and happy. They will be ecstatic if you adopt one or both.

Better than Easter Bunnies.

All cats are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped.

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AMBULANCE, FIRE, POLICE ...............................................................000 AMBULANCE Mullumbimby & Byron Bay ..................................131 233 BRUNSWICK VALLEY RESCUE Primary rescue........................ 6685 1999 BRUNSWICK MARINE RADIO TOWER ................................... 6685 0148 BYRON CENTRAL HOSPITAL .................................................. 6639 9400 POLICE Brunswick Heads ....................................................... 6685 1277 Mullumbimby .............................................................. 6684 2144 Byron Bay ................................................................... 6685 9499 Bangalow .................................................................... 6687 1404 STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE Storm & tempest damage, flooding......132 500 AIDS Confidential testing & information (ACON) ................................ 6622 1555 AL-ANON Help for family & friends of alcoholics .......................1300 ALANON ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 24 hours............................... 1800 423 431 ANIMAL RESCUE (DOGS & CATS) ......................................... 6622 1881 LIFELINE ..........................................................................................131 114 MENSLINE 7pm–11pm nightly (phone counselling & referral for men).. 6622 2240 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Meets daily .................................... 6680 7280 NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE .................................................. 6684 1286 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 24 hour crisis line ............................... 1800 656 463 NORTHERN RIVERS GAMBLING SERVICE ........................... 6687 2520 NORTHERN RIVERS WILDLIFE CARERS............................... 6628 1866 KOALA HOTLINE........................................................ 6622 1233 WIRES – NSW Wildlife Information & Rescue Service ......... 6628 1898

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Community at work Visitors and potential new members very welcome. Ring 6685 1732.

On The Horizon

U3A Ballina/Byron

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U3A Ballina/Byron. Liz Dowling is the guest speaker at our meeting on April 3 at 10am in the RSL rooms, Mullumbimby.

Ms Dowling’s subject is the artist Ben Quilty. Visitors welcome. Enquiries 6680 7350.

FREE kids’ activities

BV VIEW Club Next luncheon meeting of the Brunswick Valley VIEW Club is on Thursday, April 12 at Mullumbimby Services Club. Speaker is Joanne Peterson, former Personal Assistant to The Beatles manager Brian Epstein. Visitors very welcome. Apologies to Maureen on 0408 294 973.

BV U3A U3A Brunswick Valley Tuesday Forum 10 April 10am–12, Uniting Church Hall, Fingal Street, Brunswick Heads. Rebecca Johnson-Will speaks about her new book Kindness – A Type of Pay It Forward.

Byron Bay Library has two fun and free activities for kids these school holidays.

Tuesday 17 April at 10.30am it is Story Time with local children’s author Zanni Louise featuring her new series of books aimed at kids aged 5+ Tiggy and the magic paintbrush. Friday 27 April at 10.30am is is time to create your pet rock.

They are low-maintenance and cute to boot. Suited to kids 4+. Book in early by calling 6685 8540.

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at the Ocean Shores Country Club. Three categories: Acrylics/Oils, Watercolour, and Drawing/Pastel will be judged.

Entry forms are available online www. oceanshorescc.com.au. Entries must be received by 4 May – no late entries accepted. Contact Marilyn 6680 4907.

Seniors’ free tech training

Byron Harmony Day

Byron Bay Library is offering FREE technology training for seniors starting in April 2018. All are aimed at absolute beginners and are run by a professional trainer. Places are limited – book by calling 6685 8540.

Callout for performers, stallholders and volunteers. Byron Harmony Day is moving to Mullum this year for the first time and we are calling out to all Mullum and Byron locals to get involved.

Book a stall, perform, hold workshops or volunteer to help coordinate. Come and join us every Friday 11am at Byron YAC to help plan this amazing festival. Call 0405 463 663.

Calling artists!

Play mahjong, canasta, 500 etc and enjoy a cuppa! Fridays at 1.30pm at Marvell Hall, Marvell Street East, Byron Bay. Enquiries Nancy 0498 480 373.

Start preparing your entries for the 2018 Ocean Shores Art Expo. This year’s theme is TREASURES. Entries close 24 July (open for registration mid-June). More than $5,000 in prize money. Visit: www. osartexpo.com for more information.

Ocean Shores Country Club Art Competition/Exhibition. Artists: get your paintbrushes out and start painting.

Gala Opening and presentation to winning artist Thursday 17 May, 6.30pm

Help Liberation Larder Liberation Larder is a voluntary organisation in Byron Bay committed to making a difference to people in our area by providing healthy meals and fresh-food parcels to people in need.

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We desperatly need some kitchen hands (washing, cleaning up, mopping floor, serving food) on Mondays and Thursdays. Please apply at our webpage www.liberationlarder.org/ volunteering/#app_form or call 0435 879 778.

Mahjong, canasta, 500...

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

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Food Box Thursdays 9.30–11.30am at Uniting Church, Mullumbimby. If you have any sort of Centrelink card you may purchase cheap food, obtain free veges, and enjoy a cuppa. 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.

Help with bills Program providing people on low income assistance with electricity and natural gas bills. Phone Kristin at Byron Community Centre 6685 6807.

Cryptic Crossword Club Any cryptic crossword tragics out there – beginners or advanced. If you’d like to share your obsession with others and get together once a week at Marvell Hall as part of the new seniors’ activities, please ring Christine 0407 857 991. As a team we might be able to conquer DA!

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.

Toy Library The Byron Shire Toy Library is open Mondays and Thursdays 9am–12 noon, at the Children’s Centre, Coogera Cct, Suffolk Park. Come and see the large range of preschoolers’ toys available for loan Please note: This section is intended for the benefit of non-profit community groups.

Breast Cancer Support

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Breast Cancer Support Group Byron Bay meets at the NSW Cancer Council rooms, 8/130 Jonson St, Byron (upstairs in shop complex next to Byron RSL) at 12pm-2pm, every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Family and friends welcome.

Phone 0431207453.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays 5–7pm. $7, all welcome. Enquiries Linda 0449 825 108. Coaching available.

Cty Shopping Bus Seats available on fortnightly Community Transport Shopping Bus from Suffolk Park/Byron Bay to Byron town centre. The door-to-door bus costs $6 and is available to people who can’t access mainstream transport due to age, disability or other reason. Call Amanda 1300 875 895.

Language exchange Byron Language Exchange Club is a free conversation meet up held twice a month in Byron Bay. Contact Paola info@ clacademy.com.au, and don’t forget to mention the language you want to practise. Volunteers welcome.

Museums Brunswick Valley Historical Society Inc Museum corner of Myocum and Stuart Sts Mullumbimby, open Tuesdays and Fridays 10–12 and market Saturdays 9–1.

Discover your local history, join our team – 6684 4367. Bangalow Heritage House Museum & Cafe Open Monday–Friday 10am–3pm. Corner Ashton & Deacon Streets Bangalow. Available for event hire and welcomes all groups and visitors.

Phone 6687 2183.

Drug support groups

Free ESL Free English as a Second Language classes in Mullumbimby, all levels: beginner to advanced. For more information phone 66720834

CI Contact Improvisation Saturdays in Mullumbimby 10–12 noon at St Martin’s, Church Hall, Stuart St Mullumbimby.

All level of dancers welcome. Enquiries 0402 059 564.

End-of-life choices Voluntary euthanasia options are discussed at meetings held quarterly at the Robina Community Centre.

Attendees must be Exit Members. More information on www.exitinternational. net or phone Elaine 07 5580 8215 or 0421 796 713.

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.

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

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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.

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.

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

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.

Emerge Australia Inc is a not-for-profit charity supporting those with myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. For more information see the Emerge Australia Website at http://emerge.org.au/.

Computer Club.

Alateen Meeting

Byron Shire Chemical Free Landcare next working bee Saturday 7 April, 9am till 1pm, at Brunswick Heads Crown Land Reserve site. Meet at the end of South Beach Road fire track gate, not far from the Surf Club.

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.

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 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. Community Yoga Nidra class Free, Wednesdays 1-1.30pm at the Bamboo Yoga School, behind The Health Lodge, 78 Bangalow Road, Byron Bay. Call Matt 0430 008 293.

Meditation Collective Mondays 6.30pm at Temple Byron. For more info: www. byronbaymeditationcollective.com.au or contact Geo 0431 747 764.

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.

Chemical free landcare

Volunteer hub

Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the Shire – www.aa.org.au.

Are you experiencing difficulties and challenges because of the alcohol or drug use of someone close to you?

Learn coping skills and gain support from others. Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. For information and meetings call 6680 7280. Are you concerned about somebody else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups meetings held Fridays 2pm. Uniting Church Bangalow – 1300 252 666 www.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 Wednesday 7.30am, Byron Bay Surf Club. Call 0478 061 479 to speak to a local member or visit www.crystalmeth.org.au.

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U3A discussion group Brunswick Valley U3A audiovisual discussion group, Thursdays 10am Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club. Info 0432 165 006.

Time to sing Come sing inspiring songs and make new friends, Sundays, 10am at South Golden Beach Community Hall. Call Linda: 0415 412 514.

Craft group The Uniting Craft & Social Group meets every Monday 9.30am–2.30pm at the Uniting Church in Carlyle Street, Byron Bay. Bring lunch and whatever else you need. All welcome. Do you prefer patchwork and quilting? Come along on Monday evening same place at 6pm.

Enquiries Tilly 6685 5985.

Carers’ support Mullumbimby Mental Health Carers’ Support Group for family members and friends who have a loved one with a mental health issue. Meeting on 4th Thursday of each month 9.30am at the Mullumbimby Neighbourhood Centre.

Info: Leanne 0409 818 643.

Rainbow Dragons Rainbow Dragons Abreast (RDA) welcomes breast cancer survivors for a paddle at Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Head, on Sundays 7.30 for 8am start.

Info Marian 6688 4058, mazzerati2010@ gmail.com.

Op shops Uniting Church Op Shop, Dalley St, Mullumbimby – open each Saturday 8am–12 noon. Byron Bay Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–1pm.

Volunteers needed. Enq Jeni: 6685 7816 or 0439 344 281. Mullumbimby Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–4.15pm, Saturday 9am–12.15pm.

Volunteers needed, enq to shop 6684 4718. Mullumbimby Seventh-Day Adventist Op Shop opens Monday – Thursday 10am–3.30pm, Friday 9am – 2pm and third Sunday of the month 10am–2pm. Companion Animals Welfare Inc (CAWI) op shop Brunswick Heads (next to supermarket) open Mon– Fri 10am–5pm, Sat 9am–2pm. Kenya op shop, closing sale, 1 River Terrace (behind post office), Mullumbimby – open Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4pm.

Potters & Sculptors Mullumbimby Potters & Sculptors at the Community Art Gallery at the Drill Hall is open every Tues & Thurs 10am–2pm and on the 3rd Saturday of the month (Mullum Market Day) 10am–4pm. Pottery and sculpture crafted by local artisans for sale, 2 Jubilee Ave, Mullumbimby. Enquiries: mullum. potters@yahoo.com.au.

CWA Bangalow Interested women are welcome Wednesdays and Thursdays 9am–1pm and the second Monday evening of each month 5–7pm in the Bangalow CWA rooms for craft and friendship. Rooms are open daily Monday–Saturday 9am–noon.

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Northern rivers representative side wins AFL U/16 carnival

The local AFL U/16 side dominated the south Queensland tournament and ran away winners more than 30 points ahead. Photo Belinda Kirkwood

The northern rivers U/16 AFL team won the southern Queensland affiliate league carnival, beating Wide Bay in the final.

On the Saturday of the weekend carnival played at Burpengary two weeks ago the northern rivers side won

two of their three games playing Wide Bay, Moreton Bay and Darling Downs.

On the back of this success the team qualified for Sunday’s final.

‘The carnival was a big success for the northern rivers boys with some outstand-

ing performances from the older players and some great team performances over the four games,’ team spokesman Nick Rojo said.

Conall Barrett won player of the carnival and Oliver Rojo was recognised by the Suns.

McDonagh has first crack at the world’s best pro surfers

Gold, gold and silver for Matilda Mullumbimby’s Matilda Vial has confirmed her pedigree as a top-class athlete after winning two gold and a silver medal at the Queensland State championships held before Easter.

Matilda started the weekend in fine form leading the long jump with a distance of 4.24 metres, until the very last competitor nudged her into second place with a leap just one centimetre longer at 4.25m.

Matilda backed up on the Saturday evening becoming the Queensland U/11 100m sprint champion after delivering her personal best ever time of 13.61.

She went into the 100m final with the best qualifying time of 13.78.

But more gold was to come on Sunday, in the 200m sprint.

Matilda again qualified fastest with a time of 29.17, and again blitzed the final, producing another personal best time of 28.01 to take first place and her second gold medal.

On the back of this suc-

Matilda with her impressive medal haul from the state championships. Photo Fernanda Vial

cess she also qualified third fastest for the 60m hurdles, but missed out on the medals, finishing fifth.

Last year Matilda came away from the championships with two silver medals and a bronze.

Bill Wayte wins Stableford at Teven Peter Blackwood

Bill won the nine-hole Stableford competition of the Teven Golf Club Men’s Division played last Saturday.

Bill got in front on the back of a countback as both he and runner-up Robert Tillman finished on 21 points John Mathias came in third on 20 pts, followed

by Ray Griffiths (19), Frank Jamieson (18), Richard Lawrence (18), Bernie Julian (17) and Peter Blackwood (17).

NTPs: 4th– Peter Blackwood; 8th–Steve Blackmore.

Putting: Richard Lawrence Mikey McDonagh at Bells Beach surfed his way to a $10,00 payday in his first WSL Pro event. Photo WSL / Cestari Crystal Cylinders

At just 16 Mikey McDonagh from Lennox Head surfed in his first WSL Championship Tour heat against the current world champion John John Florence and Brazilian Tomas Hermes at the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach.

McDonagh showed some nerves and fell on a couple of waves finishing third in his round-one heat.

Some nerves were still apparent in round two against former world champion Adriano de Souza but Mc-

Donagh gained confidence halfway through and showed the crowd some great surfing.

Unfortunately he lost the bout, only needing a 6.46 wave to advance.

He finished in equal 25th and won US $10,000 for his first appearance on surfing’s world stage.

McDonagh secured his spot in the event by winning the Rip Curl Pro trials competition held in pumping two-metre waves at Bells Beach.

Mikey was impressive throughout the trials, using

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his knowledge of the area after surfing in several events around the region.

In the final of the trials McDonagh took the win through a series of carving manoeuvres through the large waves.

Byron Bay’s Matt Wilkinson won his first heat and moved straight into round three to battle new rookie on tour Griffin Colapinto.

Wilkinson scored an excellent 8.00 ride on a big set wave that proved the difference and he moved on to round four.

Bill Wayte and Robert Tillman topped the 9–hole Stableford at Teven Golf Club last weekend. Photo supplied

– 13 putts.

This Saturday’s event is an 18-hole Stroke competition

Final four ready to compete for Mullum’s major singles title The 2018 Major Singles continued under threatening skies last Saturday at the Mullumbimby Bowling Club.

Mark Holton was too strong for Ben Leeson winning 31–11, while Jeff Morgan recorded a 31–16 win over Trent Foreman.

Then Richie Northcott and Shane Knight played out an exciting match, with Northcott sprinting to a 16–4 lead before Knight began to reel his opponent in. Northcott steadied, however, and went on to take the match 31–27.

In the final match of the day, last year’s winner Scott Hogan ran into a difficult opponent in Troy Creighton.

Creighton led 30–24 and needed only one shot for victory, when Hogan staged a great fightback and was in a winning position on the second-last end.

But Creighton managed to save the day with his last bowl. Hogan again held shot on the last end but with his last bowl Creighton took the shot bowl out and recorded a 31–29 victory.

for the Monthly Medal and the first round of the Matchplay Championship.

$10,000 sports grants to build inclusiveness Local not-for-profit community sports groups can now apply for grants of up to $10,000 to promote diversity and inclusion in sport.

The Australian Sports Foundation’s Giving for Grassroots Sport4Everyone program will award grants of between $2,500 and $10,000 to selected clubs that grow sport among all genders, cultures, abilities and ages.

Entries close at 5pm on April 26. www.asf.org.au/giving4grassroots/.

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Backlash Corrections from last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issue: the photo credit on page ten story, Uluru Statement heartily received in Bruns, should have been attributed to Jenny Garrett.

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While massive tax cuts for big business have been shelved for now, Oxfam says handing out $65 billion to the uber-wealthy will â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;only fuel a global race to the bottom on corporate tax rates and undermine attempts to tackle inequality and poverty, both in Australia and around the world.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; With â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;more than one in three large Australian companies paying no tax at all in Australia in 2015â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 16,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Oxfam Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dr Hel-

From humble beginnings (a disadvantaged-schools grant for Main Arm Upper school and the vision of Leonie Mills), Spaghetti Circus has risen to take a starring role at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast. The troupe are expected to perform to an audience of 5,000 people. Captain Frodo, also known as The Incredible Rubberman, has taken on the challenge of directing the 23 young people aged 12 to 25 who are performing in Jumping Point and says the show will contain the biggest human pyramid seen in the history of Australian youth circus.

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Will Byron Bay be inundated with a mass exodus of bongo players, fire twirlers and slack liners from Burleigh Heads?

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible, given the Gold Coast City Council (GCCC) have threatened folks with hefty fines who indulge in such actions without a permit. Signs have been erected where the drumming happens every Sunday evening, presumably in an effort to sanitise the area for the Commonwealth Games. A change. org petition to support this freedom of expression is at http://bit.ly/2InvR8p.

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