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Lawrence Clain, carving the grain
BALLINA
Wharf Bar & Restaurant
EVERY DAY
HAPPY HOUR
Ballina
4–6PM Dine in and takeaway Great Summer Menu www.wharfbarballina.com.au
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BANGALOW
Bowlo Kitchen
Family friendly, tradies’ local, restaurant quality. Wednesday to Friday happy hour, midweek specials, excellent wines, foodies delight, creative cocktails, local produce, massive kids’ space, welcoming staff, Open Wed–Fri 12–2.30pm & 5–8.30pm; and COVID Safe. Sat 12–8.30pm; Sun 12–7pm.
The Bowlo, Bangalow 6687 2741
Club open Wed–Sun from 12 noon www.bangalowbowlo.com.au bangalowbowlo @thebowlo
Come along to the Bangalow Bowlo and find out.
BYRON BAY
Main Street Open 7 days 11.30am until late Call to make a reservation or for takeaway orders 18 Jonson Street 6680 8832
With his art in wood, Lawrence Clain at the Mullum Market.
Lawrence Clain is the face behind Valley of Craftsmen, pioneers in locally made sustainable, finely handcrafted timber boards. Lawrence turns pesky Camphor Laurel trees (noxious weeds) into stunning pieces of art. Made in the Byron hinterland the boards are not only aesthetically appealing with their unique smooth resin finish, they are ecofriendly and a healthier alternative owing to their antibacterial properties. Camphor Laurel is an introduced south east Asian native that has overrun large areas of land in the Northern Rivers and inhibits potential land uses. It is often cleared for reforestation, which helps the birds and wildlife being confined to shrinking rainforest. Over 10 years ago, working as a carpenter’s apprentice, Lawrence realised the value of the wood with it’s unique rich honey colour and timeless appeal of swirling grain. Instead of the trees going to waste he began to turn them into something useful and beautiful – boards for chopping and display. Passionate about his craft, Lawrence is constantly experimenting with techniques
and extending his knowledge about the relevant processes – cutting, milling, drying and crafting. Inspired by the patterns in the timber and the natural surroundings, he carves the knots in the grain and pours vibrant resin into the holes, recreating the blue and green waves of the ocean, flowing rivers and trees. With a vision to create something sustainable, functional and plastic-free, Lawrence makes sure that each board is made to last – and they smell good too! The oil in camphor laurel timber is wonderfully scented owing to a number of naturally occurring enzymes which repel insects and also boast high antibacterial properties. Originally used to make chests and cupboards for storing clothes and fabric in, the timber has also become popular in the kitchen and for cabinet making. When he’s not in the workshop you’ll find Lawrence seeking solitude in nature, exploring the national parks and waterfalls, or carving it up on a wave. Find Valley of the Craftsmen at the Mullumbimby Farmers Market 7–11am, every Friday.
Managing your events the right way It’s funny how events with the most significance can cause the most stress. Maybe it’s because you are so desperate to get it right. Wrestling with a tight budget, a never-ending guest list and so many logistics that your head may indeed explode. For most, these logistics are boring, and yet we often overlook the fact there are professionals out there who thrive doing it. Special events, especially weddings, are those times
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you need everything to be perfect. So you pour your heart into the planning of this event, yet you’re finding it difficult to enjoy the process because you are so stressed. Yielding to the idea of hiring an event planner can be difficult, however, it could be the way to have your cake and eat it too. An event planner’s goal is to relieve the stress and make sure everything goes off without a hitch. ‘Handing over the reigns to an expert means peace of mind for a well-orchestrated event,’ says Jane from Byron Bay
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Luxury Weddings. If you have a corporate or business event that involves a strategic purpose and measurable goals that must be achieved and accounted for, an event planner in your corner is a smart move. Their role is to work with you to ensure that all key business objectives for the event are met. For example, it could be that you need to raise a certain amount of money for a fundraising event, or perhaps you need to rebrand a product or service for a client. Ms Jane Magnus says sometimes it is a false
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The Rocks @ Aquarius Brunch 7am–12 noon Mon–Fri 7am–1pm Sat & Sun 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6685 7663 – Menus at therocksbyronbay.com.au
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Success Thai Mon-Fri lunch & dinner closed Sundays Lunch 12 noon–3pm Dinner from 5–8.30pm 3/31 Lawson St, Byron Bay www.facebook.com/ pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469
Barrio 7am - 3pm Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat 7am - 8.30pm Thurs, Fri 1 Porter St, North Byron Booking via our website barriobyronbay.com.au
economy to think that not hiring an event planner will save you money. ‘There are many benefits to employing the services of a skilled wedding planner or event manager for your event. Some people think that employing a specialist means you’ll end up paying more, but in fact, having the right person on your team could mean quite
Thursday – Sunday Tapas 2.30pm, Dinner 5.30pm Aperitivo happy hour 3–5.30pm & Cheese/wine special Single cheese plate & 2 glass wine $30 Double cheese plate & 2 glass wine $35 Indoor & outdoor seating (puppies welcome)
Our Rocking New Brunch Menu Come and join us at the Rocks for some light brunch options or hearty breakfasts. We offer a range of home-made, locally sourced produce at affordable prices, including our delicious new loaded halloumi or chorizo tacos, vegan nasi goreng and our signature Rocks Big Brekky which will keep you going for hours! Fresh juices, Byron Bay coffees and healthy smoothies available too. The Rocks is registered as COVID Safe, and is practicing all NSW health guidelines.
GREAT SUMMER MENU
Indulge in one of our new creations! We are proud to say, that for over 20 years, we have been serving the Byron community fresh, local seafood and ingredients. To improve your dining experience, we have developed a smaller plate menu, designed to be shared, and enabling you to try a greater variety of dishes. Enjoy! The Fishheads Family
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 Barrio’s canteen takes its inspiration from locally sourced produce with moorish cuisine. Offering daily bakes, breakfast cakes, classic sandwiches, vibrant salads, smoked fish, grilled meats. Book via our website for lunch and dinner in the restaurant at www.barriobyronbay.com.au Walk-in tables available.
the opposite.’ An event manager will save you time and money by bringing their expertise to the table. They will facilitate decisions on how your event would best be produced, and and on finding the right services for your budget and style. An experienced events expert means they come with a wealth of knowledge
about the industry, and in particular, about how to get the right ducks in a row, especially when it comes to COVID Safe health regulations for instance. Time management, no stress, and objectives met is only the tip of the iceberg of why it is a good idea to hire an event planner.
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