The
Good Life Half a million plastic items eliminated by Byron Shire cafes Our cafes are leading the way in the fight against single use plastic pollution, with over half a million single-use plastic takeaway items, such as straws, cutlery and coffee cups, having been eliminated by our cafes, Plastic Free Byron’s ‘Make the Switch’ program announced today. The program, a partnership between Plastic Free Byron, Boomerang Alliance and Byron Shire Council, promotes a community-led switch away from plastics by working with cafes, food outlets and markets to assist them to switch to reusable or 100% compostable alternatives. ‘The key to our success has been personal engagement. We work directly with businesses, as well as Council, suppliers, manufacturers, and waste operators to deliver real solutions to businesses. It isn’t enough to just ask them to remove plastic – there are many barriers, and what they change to, where they get it and where that product ends up, is important as well’, said Clare Sullivan, project coordinator. For businesses, the free program asks them to work towards eliminating six key plastic items,
selected due to their impact on the environment, and the availability of suitable alternatives. Reusables alternatives are always preferred, with many program members offering discounts and loyalty cards for customers supplying their own cup, jar, bottle or container. Local reuse network Kuppa Cups is also gaining a lot of traction by providing ‘swap and go’ takeaway cups amongst participating venues. ‘The number of people choosing to ‘BYO’ is growing more and more each year’, said Clare. ‘Our members are telling us they are ordering significantly fewer disposable coffee cups than they did previously. Byron locals are responding to the BYO message, and working with the cafes, to reduce waste. It’s a win-win for the community.’ As part of the push for reusables, the program is also about to roll-out a water refill network so that locals and visitors can easily find places to refill their bottles. The network includes council water points and participating businesses, and will be available next month through the ‘find tap’ app.
To complement the network, Byron Shire Council will be supplying free reusable drink bottles to member cafes throughout the Byron Bay CBD, as part of a trial aimed at the tourist market, to see if they act as a viable alternative to the purchase of single-use plastic water bottles. The trial is set to be rolled out in early February, catching the tail end of the busy summer tourist season. ‘We have shown that by working together, a community can change its plastic habits and improve the health of the environment’, said Clare.
Good Taste
Eating Out Guide BYRON BAY
BALLINA
Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina FB/Insta: wharfbarballina 12–24 Fawcett St, Ballina 6686 5259
EVERY MONDAY HALF PRICE PIZZA Dine in and take away www.wharfbarballina.com.au
One Green Acre
at The Bangalow Bowlo Restaurant, Events & Catering 21 Byron Bay Road, Bangalow 6687 2741 www.onegreenacre.com.au Open Tue–Sun 12 to 8.30pm Seven Miles Coffee, lunch, dinner, events and catering.
With a menu the whole family will love, One Green Acre is committed to sustainable and ethical food, that is a great price and locally sourced. Specials: Tuesday: Stone and Wood curry night Thursday: Chook night Sunday: Full roast
BILLINUDGEL
billi
Mon-Fri lunch & dinner closed Sundays Dinner from 5pm. 3/31 Lawson St, Byron Bay www.facebook.com/ pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469
St Elmo Dining Room & Bar
BANGALOW
indian
Success Thai
Billi’s Indian Open Tuesday – Sunday 4.30pm to late Closed Monday 8 Wilfred St, Billinudgel BYO. Credit cards 6680 3352
AUTHENTIC INDIAN RESTAURANT • Chef specials every night • Exciting New Menu • 10% off for seniors every day • Catering available for parties • Vegan and gluten free food available • Complimentary papadams if pre-booked!
BRUNSWICK HEADS
cadeau
Bar & Restaurant 2/26 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads 6685 1111
OPENING HOURS Wednesday to Sunday 5pm – 10pm Closed Monday & Tuesday APERITIVO HOUR Had enough of the beach? Dust the sand off your feet and join us for our daily apéro from 5pm – 6pm www.cadeaurestaurant.com.au
24 The Byron Shire Echo DĕćſƖëſƷ Ǭǽ ǩǧǩǧ
Mon-Sat: 5pm till late. Sun: 5pm till 10pm. Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426
All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you. BYO only Welcome for lunch, dinner and takeaway. Menus available on Facebook
St Elmo is a place where you can enjoy great company, first-class food, sophisticated cocktails and an extensive wine list. St Elmo is plating up modern Spanish cuisine to be enjoyed amongst friends and family. Our menus change regularly and feature daily specials.
www.stelmodining.com
Byron Bay Olive Company
The Byron Bay Olive Company is based at the start of the Industrial estate.
From our kitchen ‘La Cuisine’ we produce the tastiest 2/29 Brigantine St marinated olives, sweet garlic and tapenades according Industrial Estate Open Mon–Sat/9am–4pm to our French family’s recipes. We also offer a range of the best sandwiches in the bay, gourmet cheeses and 0431 842 340 surprising add-ons to liven up your platters! byronbayolivescompany.com
Targa Modern European Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street
Byron Bay 6680 9960 targabyronbay.com targabyronbay@gmail.com
Loft Byron Bay 4 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 9183
Book online: loftbyronbay.com.au @loftbyronbay
OPEN - 7 days Breakfast & Lunch Dinner Tuesday to Saturday All day menus, licensed bar DINE AT DUSK 2 Course $40, 3 Course $50 – seated by 5.30pm only Happy hour AFTERNOONS 4–6pm daily $12 Cocktails, $7 beers, $8 wines, $13 Moet Live acoustic music – Fridays 6pm
Just off the sand at famous Main Beach and centrally elevated above bustling Jonson Street and Bay Lane, Loft has the ultimate Byron Bay vibe. Wander up from the beach any day after noon and enjoy impressive food, irresistible cocktails and plenty of beers. Share plates, mains, oysters and incredible deli boards featuring local and international favourites. Open every day noon till midnight.
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