Lismore CBD Magazine - OCTOBER 2021 | Vol 1. No. 4 by JWT Publishing

LISMORE CBD

OCTOBER ISSUE 2021

Vol.1 No.4

75th Anniversary Feature Issue

MAGAZINE MONTHLY

BEING A TOURIST IN YOUR OWN TOWN

August 30, 1946 - 2021 Since elevated Lismore to the status of a City.

BUNDJALUNG BOXER CLAY WATERMAN

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STEM WORKS

Business Models for a New Future

THE RISE OF THE DIGITAL WORKPLACE

community business & development

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Bagan, Barra Barra, Mirriwarr (Land, Sea and Sky) features three Indigenous songs. Photo: Far South Film Festival.

The 10-minute Bagan, Barra Barra, Mirriwarr (Land, Sea and Sky) has snatched up 35 percent of the vote for the People’s Choice Award after the results came in from an email survey. A clear winner from the Far South Film Festival has emerged as a suite of three music videos featuring Indigenous songs takes home three awards. The creative team behind it had previously scooped up awards for Best Film and Best Director at an online ceremony on 22 August 2021. Directed by Andrew Robinson, with creative director Cheryl Davison and producer Hiromi Matsuoka, the film was shot in South Pambula and Tilba Tilba on traditional Yuin land, and features three songs sung by the Djinama Yilaga Indigenous choir based at Four Winds in Bermagui. Mr Robinson said he always had a soft spot for the first song, Ganbi, “mainly because of the struggles we went through earlier in the year with the bushfires”. He said the concept went from walking back into the scarred landscape and seeing the regrowth happening, to depicting the ravages of the fire in action. He said the fire scene took the most time to get right. “We were in the bush at night, lighting it up with red lights to depict fire,” said Mr Robinson. “It looked great, but it did mean we were stumbling around in the bush with spiders.”

A clear winner from the Far South Film Festival has emerged as a suite of three music videos featuring Indigenous songs takes home three awards.

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Ms Davison said they wanted the film to address how the bushfire affected the local Indigenous people who were “seeing the bush burning and wildlife dying”.

The song, Our Way, was a chance to reflect on family life and takes a more documentary-style approach.

“It’s basically about women sitting down with the kids, eating, playing and telling stories,” said Ms Davison.

The film was originally slated to be performed at the Four Winds Easter Festival, but when COVID-19 restrictions canned that event, she hatched the idea for the songs to be filmed. It was then entered into the Far South Film Festival.

The Girl on the Moon by Canberra’s Georgina Jenkins. Photo: Far South Film Festival.

A sunrise shoot for short film Bagan, Barra Barra, Mirriwarr. Photo: Hiromi Matsuoka. Canberra’s Georgina Jenkins won the Diversity Award with science-fiction film The Girl on the Moon. It depicts Aboriginal Australian girl Luna in the year 2069 as the only child ever born on the Moon but who yearns to travel to Earth despite the fact her mother has always told her she’d never survive. Another local, Joshua Koske from Googong, submitted a psychological thriller entitled Becoming Emma Braintree about a frontline therapist who requires some therapy herself. The Far South Film Festival is looking forward to its next edition in August 2022. Organisers are already saying it will be a hybrid event with some in-person components taking place in Merimbula while the rest will be online. Submissions open in early 2022. Filmmakers and festival goers can follow the Far South Film Festival via its Facebook and Instagram pages.

Thank you to all of the filmmakers and audience who participated in this year’s festival! Submissions for the next Festival will open in early 2022.

Filmmakers and festival goers can follow the Far South Film Festival via its Facebook and Instagram pages.

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Powering the Indigenous Economy

A yarn with Dr. Michelle Evans, co-founder of Indigenous Business Month

Dr Michelle Evans, is an Associate Professor in Leadership at the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Melbourne specialising in the areas of Indigenous leadership and entrepreneurship. She is also co-founder and Program Director of MURRA Indigenous Business Masterclass Program.

October is Indigenous Business Month, the month-long initiative that promotes Indigenous business as a vehicle towards self-determination, a way of providing positive role models for Indigenous Australians and improving the quality of life in Indigenous communities. Since its establishment in 2015, Indigenous Business Month has become an annual celebration that occurs every October. 2021 is its 7th incredible year and this year’s theme is ‘Powering the Indigenous Economy’. We were lucky enough to interview Dr. Michelle Evans one of the co-founders of the event to discuss its focus, impact and how we can all get involved in this empowering initiative.

What was the focus and drive behind the creation of Indigenous Business Month?

Why is it important for consumers to get behind Indigenous Business Month? Buying local and buying Australian has become more important for us during the global pandemic.

This year we have created a focus on the Indigenous economy – so people can expect to see a range of public online events (always free) where Indigenous business leaders from both in Australia and international guests will describe how they see the Indigenous economy and what powers it along. This is a timely discussion and I would say critical. How we shape the Indigenous economy from an Indigenous perspective will determine what matters and what is measured.

Buy Indigenous, hire Indigenous Australians, procure from Indigenous businesses, nominate Indigenous businesses for awards, recruit Indigenous business leaders for board positions, fund Indigenous business education scholarships – there are so many ways to support, including joining the conversation online via our social platforms and events that will be livestreamed #IBM2021Live. Further information via our website www.indigenousbusinessmonth.com.au where individuals can access useful resources such as Zoom backgrounds and signature blocks that help to spread the word on Indigenous Business Month – Powering the Indigenous Economy.

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The focus for Indigenous business month is threefold – it provides a platform for the Indigenous business sector to gather, promote and celebrate Indigenous business across Australia; secondly, for the founders of Indigenous business month, our aim is to showcase Indigenous business through a focused communications strategy that targets mainstream and Indigenous media/social media outlets; and finally to highlight leading Indigenous businesses through our awards which are created by the founders and judged by Indigenous business leaders.

Can you share with us some of the events and activities we can expect to see around the country?

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A WORD FROM THE PRINCIPAL

This Issue we look back on the history of Lismore and what has made Lismore the City it is today. The people, places and events.

John Tozeland As we bring our next issue to you, we are under lockdown once again. I trust and hope our readers keep well and safe amongst the community. We are thrilled again to bring you another excellent issue of Lismore CBD Magazine. On the 30th of August Lismore celebrated the 75th Anniversary of attaining the status of a City. The theme of this issue celebrates the 75 years since 1946 with the milestones, people and events that have shaped this City. We thank our candidates for Mayor for the coming elections locally in December, who have taken the time for our readers - to give you an insight into their goals and objectives about being a Great Mayor for this City. Our Cover feature The Loft in Lismore and their "Fillet of Beef ‘Bordelaise’ with roasted bone marrow, Parsley crumb, potato purée, Wilted spinach and red wine shallots."

Lismore became a City on 30th August 1946 and then received it's

on January 29th 1947.

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Your Everyday Life, Your Community, Our Support

Enjoy reading our October Issue....

November Deadline Thursday Oct 28th

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Welcome

John Tozeland

BUNDJALUNG NATION

JWT Publishing acknowledges the traditional custodians of the Bundjalung nation, the Wahlabul people, and pays respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.

As an Aboriginal led not for profit we are looking forward to a month of celebrating First Nations creativity, ingenuity and success in business as well as showcasing the incredible businesses and individuals who are part of the Welcome to Country family.

#IBM2021

We recognise this land was never ceded and acknowledge the continuation of culture and connection to land, sky and sea.

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First Peoples and honour the rich diversity of the world’s oldest living culture.

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Lismore NSW Elevated to the Status of City

August 30, 1946 - 2021 Since elevated Lismore to the status of a City. The City of Lismore, a noble incorporation in the ancient noblesse of Scotland, has been received from the Court of Lord Lyon, ELM. Register House, Edinburgh.

The coat of arms shows the armorial hearings which have been conferred by Lord Lyon. An inscription attached, states that the Municipality of Lismore, incorporated in the year 1879, was named after, the Isle of Lismore in Loch Linnhe iri the Firth of Lorne, County of Argyll, Scotland.

LISMORE • THE GREAT GARDEN • THE MAKING OF LISMORE

The coat of arms is in the form of a three compartmental shield. The first shows the ancient galley of Lome, the second an episcopal mitre in the midst of water, indicating the Island of Lismore, the seat of the historic episcopal see, and the third compartment relates to the meaning of the word Lismore, "the great garden."

It shows white roses, in allusion to the activities of the men of Lismore and Appin on behalf of Prince Charles Edward.

In the centre of the shield is a conventional cow's head in gold, symbolical of the industry around Lismore. At the foot of the coat of arms Is the motto of the city of Lismore in Gaelic: "He who does not progress, retrogresses."

The arms were granted on on January 29, 1947. The origin of the naming of Lismore having been established, the City Council petitioned the Right Hon. The Lord Lyon, King of Arms of Edinburgh, Scotland, to grant a Coat of Arms based on Scottish heraldry and with appropriate ancient symbols. JWT PUBLISHING © 2021

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COP26 Explained What Goals do we need to achieve at COP26? 17 At COP26 we must Lismore City Stus 1946 finalise the Paris Rulebook (the 04 And Now It's Up to Us detailed rules that make the Paris LISMORE became a City. Agreement operational) Clay Waterman Lismore can do all these things, accelerate action to tackle The Girl on the Moon by Canberra’s and as the "capital" of the the climate crisis through Georgina Jenkins. Photo: Far South Film districts surrounding us, we have collaboration between Festival. Bundjalung Boxer a kind of moral obligation to see governments, businesses and Boxing at the tender age of 9 years old that we do. civil society. “What makes a good I was quickly given the nickname “ANIMAL”. We talk to Clay about his Mayor?” Or better yet, Maori, Aboriginal, European, The Story of Lismore “What makes a great Ta Moko, Moko, Tainui and Pioneer Settlers - The Wilson's Bundjalung heritage. Mayor?” The story of Lismore's first pioneering family begins in

Georgina Jenkins.

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Scotland with ancestral links Glasgowego near Arberdeen.

22 - 23 Darlene Cook

The Origin of the Town of Lismore

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Elly Bird

Neil Marks

Vanessa Ekins

The late Mr. William Wilson, of Monaltrie, who had resided for some years at Illawarra came to the Richmond by sea in February 1844 and after a tedious voyage reached Lismore, where he located himself and subsequently formed it into a cattle station.

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37 STEM Works STEM skills are critical in this. STEM skills play a crucial role in innovation, which is a key driver of economic growth.

49 - 65 Being a Tourist in your own Town Lismore has the culture and convenience of a major regional centre as well as an extraordinarily beautiful natural environment.

Dining at The Loft

Rise of the Digital Workplace

The future of Remote or flexible work is here to stay

The impact of COVID-19 in driving forward the The World Economic Norco Success global digital Forum’s latest Future of Lismore Business Awards 2021 winner transformation agenda Jobs Report, published in for Outstanding New Start up Hanging will no doubt be felt for October 2020, states Rock Flowers. Offering Australian natives decades to come, as an that 44 per cent of and proteas that are grown fresh on their undeniable surge of workers can conduct local farm. With a range of unique technological innovation, their work remotely, so gemstone jewellery, beautiful wood adoption, and digitalisation this is a very real products, native themed gift lines and permeates through almost dynamic taking place cards. For lovers of flowers this is a must all aspects of the now. to visit. workplace.

The Ghetto Babe in the Spotlight

Omid Memarian talks to Moroccan artist, Lalla Essaydi.

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"Chef Richard Kerr anticipates how flavour works," He is passionate about cooking with ingredients that are sourced locally, there is enough to make food that's unique.

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Ghetto Babe offers great food, service. Owner Moroccan artist Lalla Essaydi, 64, is well known and operator Bursa is a testament to her pride for her dazzling, multidimensional staged and passion for good food. With her mother a photographs, which in spite of their simplicity, restaurant cook, her grandmother was a street masterfully capture and challenge the cook, and her great grandmother was a chef complexities of social structures, women's for the royal family in Thailand. identities and cultural traditions. The Lismore Workers Cup is held on the 19th and 26th of October. $40k to the winner. Great racing great food and a great atmosphere. O C T O B E R 2 0 2 1 I S S U E

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NEWS BRIEFS WIDJABUL WIA-BAL ELDERS AND YOUTH SPEAK OF THEIR OPPOSITION TO DUNOON DAM Widjabul Wia-bal elders and youth speak of their opposition to Dunoon Dam, where their ancestors lie. This compilation video was prepared for presentation at the Rous meeting in July 2021, where the revised IWCM Future Water Plan was approved as is without the Dunoon Dam Option. The relief is immense. We need to maintain awareness of this issue, and hold Rous County Council to this decision of respect and regard for the Traditional Owners, as they move forward with implementing the IWCM and resilient water security for the Northern Rivers region. Shared with permission from the Widjabul Wia-bal people in this video. www.facebook.com/nodaminfopage/videos/99514823 4582845

PERMIT INSPECTION – LISMORE A recent DPI Fisheries Part 7 permit inspection on dredging and reclamation works being carried out in Back Creek at Bentley by Lismore City Council found permit conditions were being complied with. Council was replacing an existing bridge and had installed a temporary crossing. Council staff on site had attended a Fish Friendly Councils Workshop in late May this year which aimed to achieve better outcomes for fish and fish habitat during and after when in-stream works were being undertaken. Council staff pointed out that after attending the workshop they had decided to install a low flow pipe in the temporary crossing to improve fish passage when water levels fell during lower rainfall periods which occur in the area during winter and spring. Creek levels had already dropped once exposing the other three pipes in the crossing but the low flow pipe continued to allow fish to move up and downstream. Silt curtains had also been deployed correctly.

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THE FIRST STAGE OF NORTH LISMORE PLATEAU NLP 5-3 (Cr. Bird, Cr. Cook, Cr. Marks, Cr. Moorehouse, Cr. Casson whilst Cr. Ekins, Cr. Guise and Cr. Lloyd against). Cr. Elly Bird's role as Councillor is to carefully consider matters and to work to implement strategic outcomes for the benefit of our whole community. The position Cr Bird has taken on NLP. Subsequent DAs for the remainder of the NLP development have been submitted and due to their size and value will be determined by the Northern Regional Planning Panel - not by Council. From Cr. COOK This DA is for the first stage of the Winten development on the North Lismore Plateau. The entire development, with lands from Winten and Plateau North groups could ultimately provide 1,500 new homes on the plateau. The idea for housing on the plateau has been considered for decades. Lismore has expanded its residential growth further and further to the east until we have hit the line on the map that limits that expansion. We do not want to build on the flood plain, nor on valuable agricultural lands to the north and northeast. That leaves North Lismore Plateau as the obvious location for future housing growth. Council and the developers have consulted with local Indigenous groups and Land Councils, the Registered Aboriginal Parties, and Bundjalung Elders for many years. Some are in favour of the development, some are opposed as they see this land as part of their sacred heritage. Al Oshlack, representative of some of the objectors, warned Council that approval of this DA would see Council taken to court yet again. The Winten development has taken extreme care of this design to ensure that stormwater from this stage, and future stages, would flow across the slopes and via rock-lined swales into retention basins, and then integrate into the natural creek system. The design ensures that this development would not increase localised flooding in Slaters Creek and North Lismore. Council voted 5:3 in favour of approval of this DA. Crs Bird, Casson, Cook, Marks and Moorhouse in favour with Crs Ekins, Lloyd and Guise against.

TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA - WOMEN IN BUSINESS The Business Resilience Project will be hosting their first Women in Business Meeting Online on 12th October. At our first meeting, we will have a short get to know you and settle in and then we will be doing some trauma-informed yoga with Linda Williams. The session will be suitable for all levels and be an empowering yoga class practiced in a safe space for healing. There are always choices offered so that people can practice to their level. Please RSVP by 5th October to elyndon@chessconnect.org.au

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LISMORE LOCKDOWN TO OCTOBER 11

NSW LOOKS TO CASE DROP AS SURGERY RESUMES

Another Lockdown for the Lismroe NSW region and plunged back into lockdown just one week out from Freedom Day

Day surgeries, which were cancelled in late August due to the pandemic, will resume at 19 private hospitals from Tuesday, but non-urgent surgery at public hospitals remains postponed.

NSW records 623 new COVID-19 cases and six deaths as Lismore LGA goes into lockdown until October 11

"This is to ensure we retain adequate system capacity, as well as patient, staff and public safety, for the delivery of healthcare services during the COVID-19 response," NSW Health said in a statement.

Lismore local government authority (LGA) has been locked down until October 11 due to an increased COVID-19 public health risk. The stay-at-home order also applies to anyone who has been in the Lismore LGA since September 28. There have been 378 COVID-19 related-deaths since the Delta outbreak began in June, with 434 in total since the start of the pandemic.

"Emergency surgery and urgent elective surgery will continue to be performed in public hospitals during this challenging period." There are currently 959 people in hospital with COVID-19 in NSW, with 193 in intensive care, and 97 people on ventilators. Six people died of coronavirus in the 24 hours to 8pm on Sunday, bringing the toll for the current outbreak to 378 deaths. In regional NSW, stay-at-home orders are underway for the Lismore local government area and the town of Casino.

NSW KIDS BACK TO SCHOOL More than 140,000 students in NSW regional communities have returned to face-to-face learning at school for the start of term four.

LISMORE AIRPORT NOISE SURVEY 05th October 2022

With COVID-19 restrictions eased across many parts of rural and regional NSW, 721 schools - almost a third of the state's public schools - have welcomed all students back on site. COVID-safe settings will include QR-code check-ins, no visitors, restricted activities, increased hygiene practices and the wearing of masks. Education Minister Sarah Mitchell said the staggered return to school will continue from October 18.

NSW PRIVATE HOSPITALS ARE RESUMING NON-URGENT SURGERY Day surgeries, which were cancelled in late August due to the pandemic, will resume at 19 private hospitals from Tuesday, but non-urgent surgery at public hospitals remains postponed. "This is to ensure we retain adequate system capacity, as well as patient, staff and public safety, for the delivery of healthcare services during the COVID-19 response," NSW Health said in a statement. "Emergency surgery and urgent elective surgery will continue to be performed in public hospitals during this challenging period."

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My name is Clay Waterman. The older brother of Tai and son of Mark and Anita. I am part of a massive multicultured family Stemming from Australia, New Zealand and Europe.

Just one small positive message or thought in the morning can change your whole day Positivity is the KEY to everything. Believe that!

My Aboriginal, Maori and European heritage give me a really big outlook on life and I’m also able to connect with all different kinds of people.

Bundjalung Boxer Clay Waterman

I was a very small and extremely competitive person from a very young age. From the age of 5, my parents put me into Karate and Zen do Kai martial arts. Born in the small town of Beaudesert my parents decided to make the move out of town and up to Logan for more opportunities for our family. Having generations of boxers in my family such as my Great Grand Fathers, Claude “Sonny” Yuke and Sam Tomlinson, Frank Waterman and most of the Tomlinson Family – El Toro (Gary) Tomlinson, Rob Tomlinson, Wayne Tomlinson, Greg and Gary-Roy Tomlinson etc. My parents decided to put my brother and I into the sport as well. Making history a number of times and even Winning tournaments in Ukraine when I was only I started boxing at the tender age of 9 years old and 13 years old, Mark took me a very long way, even due to my extremely competitive spirit and absolute winning Australia’s first ever Amateur World Title in Kazakhstan when I was 15 years old.

will to win, I was quickly given the nickname “ANIMAL”.

My very first boxing coach was the late Bobby Baker who was a very well known man from NSW who had over 300 Fights. With age getting the best of him he put us onto a trainer called Richard Gwynne who was a very wild man who really brought out the “Animal” in me as a fighter. From there I was 11 years old, I moved to my next trainer Mark Wilson at Bethania Boxing Club.

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Completely dominating the sport from a young age and being undefeated for many many years with a 65+ win Fight streak. After 8 years with Mark I was a late teenager and I started to get over the sport. I had a bad injury and I wasn’t sure if my career was going to continue. I left Marks gym and I stepped aside from the sport and done some work, including FIFO.

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It is very easy to be a proud descendant, what takes character is to be a responsible Ancestor and pave the way for the future

Maori, Aboriginal, European, Ta Moko, Moko, Tainui and Bundjalung heritage. A year out of the sport and injury free, I soon found my calling back to the sport and I had a fresh start. For the last 5 Years I have been training in my backyard shed with my brother and my father coaching us with the help of our uncle – Russell Johnson from Cherbourg who was one of the most feared fighters back in his day. Also, we still get a session in here and there with our old coach Mark Wilson. Finishing my 15 Year Amateur Career in 2019 with 160 Fights under my belt – 147 Wins – 13 Losses and numerous accolades and memories I began my Professional career in 2020. The beginning of something great! Outside of boxing I am a home body, a family man, a youth/community worker in my spare time and I like to network with people and businesses. I love a beach trip, fast cars and you’ll catch me eating a Tomahawk Steak on the regular.

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The Kyogle Examiner, NSW. Fri 1 Jun 1934.

THE CUP FIGHT The fight for the welterweight championship of the North Coast and silver cup was a bit of a disappointment. The contenders were Joe Borge (Lismore) whose weight was given as 10.5 and ALBERT YUKE (an Aboriginal) who scaled 10.12 and looked to be heavier Mr. L. C. Mcintosh announced that the winner would challenge Greg Connolly (Bangalow) for championship honors of the North Coast. The first round was a rather ta::i2 display, both men being content to get the measure of his opponent, and- except for a few body blows of little weight there was no fighting. In the next round YUKE began to move in, and a lively exchange ended in his favor. Borge was showing a lilt's distress and it was YUKE'S round all the way. He continued to pile up points in the third round, a bout ending with Borge being knocked through the ropes. The fourth round saw the end of a one-sided encounter YUKE rushed in and got through Borge's defence with a succession of wallops to the face which was soon bleeding. He followed with, a clout or two to the body and had Borge wilting. He was hitting blindly and without power. YUKE'S punches with both right and left are of the bye-quality and had any one of them landed fairly Borge would have end no sleeping draught Hp «-h-. the towel at the end of the fourth The next tournaments will be on June 14th, when eight bouts will be staged.

Lismore CBD Magazine recently had the chance to catch up with Clay and asked him about his connections to Lismore and of being a proud Bundjalung man, "I'm actually glad you asked about it because not many people know about it, I have a multi mixed heritage. Maori, Aboriginal, European." Clay said.

I am a Bundjalung man. My father is Mark Waterman, who is the proud grandson of Claude “Sonny” Yuke from Tamrookum (near Beaudesert) Albert Yuke was his father who came from Lismore, Elisa Williams was his mother, and William William and Emily Logan are his grandparents.

Sonny played for the Aboriginal All Blacks Team in Beaudesert. He also loved his boxing! I am a 5th Generation Boxer in my family. My mum Anita Harrison is the granddaughter of Sam Tomlinson - (who is also an Aboriginal man - A Kabi Kabi man from Sunshine Coast) Who moved to Beaudesert as well, Beaudesert was the place to be so it seemed.

My mum was born in New Zealand and her mum left Australia to live in New Zealand and married a Maori man who is from the prominent Tainui lines. They moved to Australia when my mum was young. She met my dad in Beaudesert and that's where my brother and I were born.

Clay - with his my Dad Mark Waterman, Mum Anita Harrison, sister in law - Breanna Ralph, and my younger brother Tai Waterman Northern Star, Lismore. Thursday 14 June 1934.

Kyogle Tournament In addition to tourney bouts, boxing enthusiasts will witness two special ten-rounders at the Kyogle Memorial Institute tomorrow night, when the third stage of the tournament organised by Mr. L. G. Mcintosh: will be decided. Altogether there are 35 rounds of boxing on the programme. The first of the two ten-rounders will comprise a return bout between Vittorio Pizzol and George Leadbeatter, who figured in an exciting draw at their first meeting a fortnight ago. The other will feature ALBERT YUKE, a coloured Kyogle boxer, and Harry Mason, of Brisbane. YUKE defeated Joe Borge (Lismore) with such ease that supporters immediately sought a match with Greg Connelly for the North Coast welter title and there is every possibility of this being arranged if he can beat the Brisbane man tomorrow night. Other bouts over five rounds are: Cocky Webb (Cedar Point) v. Harry O'Toole (Rukenvale); Dan Verran (Woodenbong) v. Jim Ward (Kyogle); Jack Moyal (Kyogle) v. Vincent Hayes (Upper Eden Creek). Special buses will be run from Woodenbong, Nimbin, Lismore, Lynch's Creek, Rukenvale, Ettrick, and Casino.

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Casino and Kyogle Courier and North Coast Advertiser, NSW. Saturday 24 March 1906.

THE CELEBRATION IN 1906 An army of cabs and buses plied between the town and sports ground, all appearing to do good business, while others used shanks pony, and a fair number of our country cousins either drove or arrived on horseback, the attendance in the afternoon, about 800, being highly satisfactory under the circumstances.

New South Wales Police Gazette and Weekly Record of Crime Wednesday 18 April 1917 (No.16), page 177 Apprehensions.

Sydney George Churchill, charged with assaulting Albert Oliver Thompson, thereby occasioning actual bodily harm, has been arrested by Constable Bartley and Tracker Yuke, Lismore Police. Committed for trial at Lismore Sessions. Admitted to bail.

Visitors were present, from several centres, a few arriving by train from Lismore. Amongst other interested spectators were Mr. R. Pyers, the district's old member, and the leading men of the unfortunately defunct Caledonian Society were also in evidence, assisting as they could. The skirl of the pipes by Professor Kilgour, the champion of the northern State, put life into the proceedings, and he displayed the wonted energy of the Clans, never appearing to tire, his assistance being a prominent factor to the day's successful results.

The ladies, who were in strong evidence, also honored the occasion by donning their best, many handsome costumes being worn, with here and there a showing of the national color. Altogether the crowd presented a gay, contented, and happy appearance, and the best of humor prevailed throughout, there being an entire absence of anything to mar the social pleasures of the people, who fraternised in a way that it did one's heart good to see. The Sailors Hornpipe Miss Eva Harley easily came first; while the Highland Fling as danced by all the contestants warmed the hearts o' Highlanders; and the grand old Irish Jig pleased the sons of the Emerald Isle. In fact, all the dancing contests gave entire satisfaction to the limited number who were fortunate enough to gain a position from which they could be viewed.

If you are looking into family history, or researching for an assignment, this digitised collection allows you to search by the name of a person and specific dates. You will also find details of births, deaths, marriages and baptisms, which is helpful for family history research. You can also view photos from the magazines or read from the complete set of Dawn and New Dawn magazines. wwwaiatsis.gov.au

Community portraits from the north coast of New South Wales: New Dawn Magazine. (NEW_DAWN.002.BW)

Professor Kilgour, who is possessed of plenty of wind, piped for the whole of the events, and subsequently gave the most interesting and able exhibition of national dancing in front of the grandstand. He is as good a dancer as a piper, and we are pleased to hear that he has an idea of settling in this district, in which event he will establish classes at Casino and Kyogle. The athletic programme induced good entries and satisfactory fields but was carried out under difficulties, although a lack of system was observed in this section as elsewhere. The Tug-of-War was left till late in the evening, and what should have proved one of the most interesting contests was spoilt by the crowd pressing in upon the competing teams, and it is said others than those engaged took part in the pull. ATHLETIC EVENTS. W. YUKE, 7YDS. First division: W. McCann 1; Tapper, YUKE and Durkin. Second division: J. Norman (14) 1, W. YUKE (18) 2; N. Jordan J16) and C. Smith (18).

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New South Wales. Aborigines Welfare Board Hockling; Maureen Walker; Sandra Roberts; Narelle Walker; Buddy YUKE; Ted Breckenridge; Bunjalung to English: English to Bunjalung: Unpublished - 1977 Sharpe, Margaret C. Turnbull - L Holmer, N Magnus, Roberts Lyle, YUKE Albert, Turnbull B to English Wiyabal dialect Coraki and Lismore from N M Holmer and Lyle Roberts, A YUKE, S Williams; Albert Arthur YUKE; Olga YUKE; Norman YUKE; Ray Morgan; Ronald Kapeen and Robert Kapeen.

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What Goals do we need to achieve at COP26?

COP26 EXPLAINED

1. Secure global net zero by mid-century and keep 1.5 degrees within reach Countries are being asked to come forward with ambitious 2030 emissions reductions targets that align with reaching net zero by the middle of the century. To deliver on these stretching targets, countries will need to: accelerate the phase-out of coal curtail deforestation speed up the switch to electric vehicles encourage investment in renewables.

2. Adapt to protect communities and natural habitats The climate is already changing and it will continue to change even as we reduce emissions, with devastating effects. At COP26 we need to work together to enable and encourage countries affected by climate change to: protect and restore ecosystems build defences, warning systems and resilient infrastructure and agriculture to avoid loss of homes, livelihoods and even lives

3. Mobilise finance To deliver on our first two goals, developed countries must make good on their promise to mobilise at least $100bn in climate finance per year by 2020.

International financial institutions must play their part and we need work towards unleashing the trillions in private and public sector finance required to secure global net zero.

4. Work together to deliver We can only rise to the challenges of the climate crisis by working together.

At COP26 we must finalise the Paris Rulebook (the detailed rules that make the Paris Agreement operational) accelerate action to tackle the climate crisis through collaboration between governments, businesses and civil society.

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FOR OUR PLANET

Northern Star, Lismore, NSW. Saturday 31 August 1946.

And Now It's Up to Us LISMORE became a city

Council's Latin motto He who does not prosper Retrogresses The origin of the naming of Lismore having been well established, in 1947 the City Council petitioned the Right Hon. Lord Lyon, King of Arms of Edinburgh, Scotland, to grant a Coat of Arms based on Scottish heraldry and with appropriate ancient symbols.

That is, it became a city within the population and revenue requirements of the Local Government Department. We can now refer to ourselves as residents of the City of Lismore, the council can use a crest on its letter-paper and the Municipal Engineer (Mr. Murray) can call himself the City Engineer.

The Town Clerk, it so happens, remains the Town Clerk and the Mayor remains the Mayor. Only the mayors of capital cities can style themselves, Lord Mayor.

So far, so good. But are we really a city—yet? Aren't we still, really, a big country town? But there is nothing to stop us from becoming a City, in spirit as well as in name if we really want to. It is going to be mainly a question of making ourselves "City'-minded. We must raise the level of our civic aspirations to tally with our new nominal status. We need, for one thing, a city hall. So far we haven't even a town hall. In the City Hall, which we should aim to acquire as soon as we begin to draw level with the more mundane but more urgent problem of housing, there will need to be provision—and adequate provision—for a rapidly expanding free Library, an Art Gallery— yes, an Art Gallery—meeting rooms and a concert hall with a piano worthy of the musical talent the new hall and our new civic standing will tend to attract. These are only a few of our needs. Trees, gardens, better roads, better footpaths, a modern water supply, expanded and modernised electricity and gas services, a better sewerage system—these and many other amenities are part of the modern City Lismore should aspire to become. But here is the point. Provision of these amenities is not something that can be listed on a slip of paper, tossed to the "civic fathers"—pardon us, the "city fathers'—and forgotten about. We, the people, must want these things, be prepared to insist on having them and still more important be prepared to pay for them, before the "city fathers" can possibly regard themselves as having a mandate to go ahead, and to undertake, progressively, the substantial expenditure of public funds their acquisition will require.

Lismore can do all these things, and as the "capital" of the districts surrounding us, we have a kind of moral obligation to see that we do. And to be quite frank with ourselves we must admit that there are towns in New South Wales, no more significant than Lismore, which at present leave us dragging behind in several important respects. In the final analysis what happens—what we do about the future of this "Queen City" of the North depends on all of us, collectively, rather than any of us individually. If, as a people, we have the will to develop a City of which we can be proud, that City will surely develop. If we do not, it most certainly will not. The most progressive City Council we can elect could be strangled by public inertia, if that outlook were to dominate our thinking, in short, it's up to us.

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The Story of Lismore

Pioneer Settlers

The Wilsons

William Wilson and Jane Wilson

Heart of the Region

From the early settlement on the Richmond River, Lismore's story has Lismore is the Heart of the Region of the Northern been well documented in Newspapers, books and is cemented in the Rivers and has been known as a university town, it is journals from the Mitchell Library to academics who have recorded the regarded as the principal city of the region. original story. However rarely has the origins of William and Jane's As a part of the Scenic Rim and named by family's Scottish ancestry has been told, we aim to publish "The Making pioneering settlers as "The Big Scrub" which was of Lismore NSW" and share the research we have undertaken. There have been countless tales of the events that has guided the reader back to the Wilson's homeland in Scotland, their settlement of Lismore NSW and the namesake to the Isle of Lismore where this pioneering couple spent their honeymoon in 1832. The story of Lismore's first pioneering family begins in Scotland with ancestral links Glasgowego near Arberdeen. Thier marriage in London, the Voyage upon the Westmoreland, the arrival in May 1833 to Sydney Cove. To Williams entrepreneurial pursuits, the heartbreak of the loss of their first born child. To the hardships and triumps, it's the untold story of the Wilson's of Lismore.

an area of land (some 75 000ha) in and around what is now the city of Lismore. It is believed to have been the largest single stand of subtropical rainforest in the world.

In its original state, prior to European settlement in the early 1800s, the Scrub was described as impenetrable. The area attracted a significant number of cedar merchants in the 1840s and farmers attracted by the rich volcanic soil.

The legacy of the volcanic period lives on today in the regions and feeds the lush natural landscape, the Soon Lismore will again see another significant time on January 29th rainforests of this area are nurtured in soils derived 2022 when the 75th Anniversary comes around for the day Lismore from the outpourings of two ancient volcanos, the NSW was anointed with it's own "Coat of Arms". Focal Peak Volcano and the Wollumbin Volcano. The connection to Scotland for Lismore NSW is unwaviering as we In the 1870s, Lismore became the timber capital of continue our association today with pride to the Scottish Isle of Australia. Descendants of these pioneering families Lismore, an important part of our Cultural Heritage and the Wilson's still live in the area, where the History and Heritage journey to Australia and lead to the European settlement on the of years gone by is still embraced and celebrated. Richmond River.

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The Race for Mayor... The Choice is Yours... “What makes a good Mayor?” Or better yet, “What makes a great Mayor?” Lismore needs a great mayor, not just someone who thinks they can do the job and wouldn’t mind the perks that go along with it. We need someone to rattle the cage without fearing who might rattle back.

Many people in Lismore agree that we are at a tipping point and that the leader we choose for the next four years can either help push this town over that hill or pull it back down.

The mayor’s job is a big one and I think everyone in this community realises that. We need a leader who has a vision but understands how public policy, public safety and city finances work. We need someone who inspires, motivates and listens to EVERYONE not just those who are great lobbyists or good connections with the movers and shakers. A person with Leadership, political savvy, administrative skill, the ability to attract business, jobs and tourists. Those are just a few of the qualities a successful mayor needs.

We need someone who will stand up for this community and fight to make us great. We need a fearless, passionate and smart leader. So what makes a great mayor? • A great mayor is trustworthy, honest, ethical and compassionate; • A great mayor understands how vital economic development is to our region and embraces new ideas while understanding and educating themselves on what makes our economy tick; • A great mayor is able to negotiate and work with others to come to create and execute policies that will enable our community to thrive; • A great mayor takes action and has the ability to execute ideas and policy that will benefit the entire region and take Lismore to the next level; • A great mayor has a vision for this community that encourages collaboration; • A great mayor is able to make tough decisions that aren’t always popular with everyone • A great mayor is a great communicator; • A great mayor surrounds himself/herself with smart and talented people that reflect his/her vision for this community.

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Honesty “A mayor without integrity is not deserving of the public trust.” A good mayor should only promise what he or she can control. Although good intentions are laudable, a good, honest Mayor knows that there are more people involved in the decision-making process. Thus, making promises on issues over which he or she has no control will only disillusion the people. Management and Leadership Skills Management is the ability to move others from Point A to Point B. Leadership is knowing where Point B is located. The Mayor is the one who provides direction to the community. The best mayors should exhibit a vision for the future and should be able to sell that vision to the public. Good Communication Skills A Mayor should have good communication skills, especially the ability to listen. Because a characteristic of a good Mayor is selling the vision of the future to others, he or she must have excellent communications skills to persuade others above to move in the direction he desires; he or she must convince others to join in on this vision. Will to Make Tough Decisions Some politicians will not address issues that they know will make them unpopular. This should not be the case with a good mayor. He or she should not be scared to tackle issues affecting the community, regardless of how difficult or unpopular these issues may be. The ability to inspire others A good Mayor inspires others. People want to get involved and be a part of the effort. One thing that good Mayors do is start with a successful project and then build on it. A bias for action. Planning without implementing is not leading. Too many mayors spend so much time on the visioning part that they do not accomplish anything. Visioning provides hope, planning provides involvement, but in the final analysis it is action that produces results. A mayor should be judged on results.

“What makes a good Mayor?” Or better yet, “What makes a great Mayor?” Being mayor isn’t an easy job and in many ways, it’s a thankless job. Being a mayor is a difficult job. A mayor does not have the same influence and authority as a private industry CEO. Often, mayors require persuasion to run a city. Therefore, a mayor must have certain intrinsic abilities that will allow him to help the community he or she leads.

I believe this coming decade is Lismore's time to turn that corner and take its place in history as a great city.

But to become a great city we need a great mayor. Lismore CBD magazine poses these two questions to all the candidates who are throwing their hat into the ring for this race - WHY?

Why are you the person who can make this city great?

Why are you the one we should trust to help us tip in the right direction? Lismore CBD magazine

Would like to sincerely thank Cr. and Mayor Vanessa Ekins, Cr. Darlene Cook, Cr. Elly Bird and Cr. Neil Marks for responding for our readers and you the voters.

We appreciate that they have taken their time to communicate with us and to you the voters who will be heading to vote on 04th December 2021.

In our next issue for November, we would like to invite our readers to submit a few questions for the candidates and we again share the responses.

2021 NSW LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS Saturday, 04 December 2021. 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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Darlene Cook We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Widjabul Wia-bal and throughout Bundjalung Country and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, skies and communities.

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We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders both past, present and emerging.

“What makes a good Mayor?” Or better yet, “What makes a great Mayor?”

Why are you the person who can make this city great?

From left to right 1. Kevin Bell 2. Darlene Cook 3. Joy Knight-Smith 4. Bill Oddie 5. Jasmine Knight-Smith

Lismore is already a great city, but we have the potential to be a world leader in the development of an environmentally sustainable and socially responsible development.

RESTORING ACCOUNTABILITY

The role of Mayor is to provide the leadership and direction required to ensure that Lismore can deliver on this potential, and continue to thrive and prosper in a rapidly changing world. While we have reason to be positive about our future, we must also be realistic enough to recognise the challenges our community is also likely to face. That means providing the leadership and working with our communities to manage environmental risks such as climate change (including the increased risk of floods and fires), health risks such as the global coronavirus pandemic, economic risks such as the downturn in international students coming to study at SCU and the impacts of repeated lockdowns on our business community, and – of course - the financial risks of running a council in structural deficit. To that end, our Lismore Labor team has developed a comprehensive plan to take Lismore forward by restoring accountability and transparency on council, promoting business and jobs, supporting local communities and fixing the roads.

PROMOTING BUSINESS

If elected as Mayor, I will seek to: support events and tourist strategies that benefit our small businesses and showcase our environment, agriculture and industry; establish economic development partnerships with key businesses to promote Lismore as our Regional City; progress the ‘Bridge to Bridge’ project to revitalise our riverfront, and bring more people and jobs to North and South Lismore; support the Bentley to Eltham rail trail to increase tourism and grow hospitality jobs; and provide incentives for agribusinesses to locate here and expand production of their value added products.

If elected as Mayor, I will seek to: Improve openness and transparency in council decision-making processes; apply continuous improvement programs for all council business units; and impose strict financial discipline to council can provide the infrastructure and services our community expects of a regional city while living within our means.

FIXING THE ROADS If elected as Mayor, I will seek to: increase council funding to continuously improve our road network; link major transport networks to flood-free industrial lands in Goonellabah; pressure the State and Federal Government to pick up their fair share of road maintenance costs – especially for the regionally significant roads linking our towns and villages.

SUPPORTING LOCAL COMMUNITIES

If elected as Mayor, I will seek to: Engage with local communities on appropriate future residential growth, while preserving village identity; Build on the community consultation processes already in place to ensure council’s long-term strategies accurately reflect the views and wishes of its residents; Partner with housing providers to enable social and affordable housing initiatives. Support a strategy that residential developments provide a range of housing options or a percentage of affordable lots to alleviate our housing and homeless crisis; Pursue nature-based solutions to flood mitigation in North and South Lismore as a priority; Seek funding for identified strategies to support local communities to build resilience to the impacts of future climate change; Partner with youth organisations to identify opportunities for sporting facilities, cultural and entertainment events and jobs for our younger residents.

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Darlene Cook Why are you the one we should trust to help us tip in the right direction? Trust is the central issue for voters at this election. Voters can trust that, if elected, I will be a Mayor for all residents of Lismore and the villages.

I will seek bring people together, and to run a council that aims for consensus rather than conflict. I will always look to find the common ground where councillors can work together for the betterment of the entire community.

Of course, this election comes at a critical moment for Lismore, following a turbulent period marked by floods, fires, and the global pandemic. We need to get back to the basics: accountability, business and community.

For example, at the September council meeting I voted in support of the Platypus Park housing development in Goonellabah. I believe this innovative development would help address the critical need for housing in Lismore, while also securing important benefits for environmental restoration along Tucki Tucki Creek.

That means providing the infrastructure and services we need, and supporting our businesses to grow, while living within our means. Once we get the ABCs right, we will have the foundations for a revitalised and renewed partnership between council and its residents.

Earlier in the year, I supported the new Two Mates brewery development, but also worked hard to find solutions to the genuine issues that were raised in good faith by neighbouring residents.

But you don’t just have to take me on my word, because I’m happy to be judged on my record as a councillor. Over the past five years, I have consistently sought to be a voice for moderation and common sense on Lismore Council.

I have taken a constructive, pro-business approach, but tempered that instinct with a firm commitment to listening to the community and taking every issue on its merits. Sunday Mail, Brisbane, Qld. Sunday 11 December 1938.

LISMORE'S YOUNGEST MAYOR

Alderman W. F. Oakes, who was elected Mayor of Lismore at a special meeting of the council, is 32, and the youngest Mayor in the town's history. He is also the first bachelor Mayor of Lismore.

He was born in Lismore, and after receiving his early training at the Lismore High School, studied law at the Sydney University, being admitted as ft solicitor In 1934. His mother, who is the widow of the late Mr. W. F. Oakes, will act as mayoress. Her husband was one of Lismore's best-knownl townsmen. The retiring Mayor (Alderman R. Kellas) did not seek re-election. Alderman Oakes was elected to the council In December last year.

Similarly, I sought to bring the council and users of Lismore Airport together for a workshop to discuss the vexed issue of user charges.

The Airport is an important piece of economic infrastructure for our region, and it has great potential to create more jobs – especially in the field of aviation training. When the business community is telling us that they are on the verge of leaving, then we should be listening to their concerns and seeking to find solutions.

As councillors, we not only need to earn your trust, we need to trust the advice that we get from people who know what they’re talking about. That’s why I will always listen to the experts, I will always listen to local communities, and I will always listen to you. Inverell Times, NSW. Friday 1 March 1940. DRESSED FOR CLIMATE

The Mayor of Lismore Ald. W. F. Oakes made local history when he wore white shorts into the council chamber and presided over a meeting of the municipal council. The Mayor, in addition to his shorts, was wearing a cream silk sports shirt, tennis sock&, and a pair ol calf skin slippers. The Mayor commented about his dress after the meeting. He said that he believed that in a climate like that experienced on the North Coast there was a need for a dress reform for males. He said he found shorts and sports shirts most comfortable to wear and they appeared to be the ideal dress on extremely hot days.

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EllyBird

“What makes a good Mayor?” Or better yet, “What makes a great Mayor?”

I am passionate about making Lismore an even more fantastic place to live than it is already and I am deeply committed to working together with stakeholders from all parts of the community, with business, and with other levels of government to build a future we can be proud of.

Why are you the person who can make this city great? I represent a small, Northern Rivers based micro-party called Our Sustainable Future. My team includes Gwen Trimble a well connected community representative from Nimbin, Carlos Viera-Silva and Deb Ray who are both CBD business owners, Jyllie Jackson the CEO of LightnUp and the Lismore Lantern Parade, and Simon Clough previous Councillor and long term community and environmental advocate. We are independent of big party politics. We are balanced, independent and progressive. My approach to Council is to take every issue on it’s own merits. I place equal value on economic prosperity, protection of the natural environment, upholding social justice principles, ensuring good governance, and working to ensure that Council is a strong organisation that is financially sustainable. All of these things are critically important and I firmly believe that we can progress our community, our economy and our Council if we carefully balance these considerations. I am very balanced in my strategic approach to community and economic development and to financial sustainability; and I am committed to working harmoniously with people from all political persuasions and backgrounds to promote and further the best interests of Lismore and our villages. I have the right balance of passion, experience, vision, commitment and strong leadership to carry our community forward in uncertain times. We need a leader who is relatable and approachable and who can work alongside anyone in our community without restriction, judgement or undue influence and that is what I can bring to the role of Mayor. Over the last five years in my role as Councillor I have built my skills, knowledge and external relationships and I am well positioned to leverage those for the best outcomes for our community.

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Elly Bird

From left to right 1. Carlos Viera-Silva 2. Simon Clough 3.Cr. Elly Bird 4. Jyllie Jackson 5. Deb Ray 6. 5 Gwen Trimble

For nearly 20 years I have been totally committed to this community. I have consistently demonstrated through multiple initiatives that I have the best interests of this community at heart. My determination to work for the best outcomes for all of us is why I am asking voters to support me to be the next Mayor of Lismore.

Why are you the one we should trust to help us tip in the right direction?

My early work in Lismore was with the Lismore Lantern Parade where I developed a deep and enduring commitment to celebrating the uniqueness of our community.

From 2011 to 2016 I was a key leader in the Gasfield Free Northern Rivers campaign the largest social movement ever seen in the region. I worked tirelessly to ensure that our environment and our community were protected from the proven negative impacts of invasive gasfields. In 2017 I dropped everything to respond when our community was impacted by the floods and voluntarily managed Lismore Helping Hands, coordinating more than 2000 volunteers and helping our impacted residents and businesses with the clean up, then I also voluntarily delivered the ‘One Year On’ anniversary event for the community.

In 2019 I actively supported the community around Nimbin and The Channon during the bushfires. I am deeply committed to climate action and climate resilience and I have spent the last four years consistently advocating and working for community resilience by driving the Council’s commitment to develop a Climate Resilience Strategy that will be delivered early in 2022. During my term I have served as a committee member on the General Manager Performance Review Committee; the Audit Risk and Improvement Committee; the NORPA Joint Steering Committee; the Floodplain Management Committee; the NSW Rural Fire Service Zone Liaison Committee; the Nimbin Advisory Committee; the Major Events Group; I was a key part of our flood recovery work; and I have been the Chair of Arts Northern Rivers since 2017. My understanding of Council and community matters is well developed and if I am elected I am committed to leading this community as Mayor for as long as the community might support me in this role.

I am deeply committed to working towards a better future for our community and I am only just getting started. My passion and experience are a strong combination that will ensure that I am well positioned to build stability and confidence in our Council and in our community.

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Neil Marks “What makes a good Mayor?” Or better yet, “What makes a great Mayor?”

Why are you the person who can make this city great?

First of all, our city and our region are great and always has been, what we need is to continue to build on its positives. Just look around at our areas stunning beauty, the wonderful people that call the area home and the benefits of living in this most incredible community. All you have to do is look at the way this community pulls together in tough times. That said we can always do better.

The thing that is also worth mentioning is that the position of Mayor is a multi-faceted position. From the community point of view, you are the face of Council, you are the person who communicates what is going on, the good, the bad and the ugly. You are there when things are worth celebrating and you are the shoulder to cry on when things are tough. You are also the conduit for the flow of information between the community and the Council and from Council to the community.

As a popularly elected Mayor you are voted into the position by the majority of the community but once there you represent all of the community, even those you disagree with as they all deserve representation. As Mayor you must be prepared to work hard at listening to the community and understanding their needs and wants and explaining how they can and in some cases not be achieved. Communication is the key. As Mayor within Council, you are a Councillor with an extra vote, that is your only extra privilege. You maybe voted in with a couple of like-minded other Councillors, but you will have to work with all 10 other Councillors. You might want the “six pack” on your side that will vote the same way as you every time but in my experience that just hasn’t happened in the last 13 plus years and probably will not ever again, it’s called democracy and in Council it is at its most basic level.

In the last 13 years I have been Deputy Mayor twice, which I am currently, and in the 5 months I was acting Mayor late last year to February this year I made it my mission to bring the Councillors, which were very divided at the time, back to the table and let those who believed they were being shut down, a voice again. We will never all agree but we all deserve the right to be heard and I believe I achieved this over that period of time. This was done by listening and the sharing of ideas and information and taking the politics out of it.

I proudly sit as an Independent and have not been a member of a political party for many years and even when I was they had no direct input into any decision.

Council should be a Party free area; it isn’t but it should be.

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Let's Grow Lismore Why are you the one we should trust to help us tip in the right direction?

Trust is something that should be earned and not just given. You earn it by doing what you say and delivering as best you can on your promises. When I first ran for Council my message was simple, “Let's Grow Lismore”. We have a fantastic city with some of the best facilities, both private and community-based, in regional NSW and we need more people here to take the best advantage of them. So, I set about pushing the message for growth and in the time since we have had more land rezoned for housing development and more DA’s through for those blocks to become reality. We have also seen an upsurge in DAs for homes on those blocks. The simple rule says that if you provide more land for people to live on then more people and families will come to call Lismore home and the more feet on the ground then the more sustainable our businesses and services become. We have set a great standard but more needs to be done in this area. The one area we have failed in is the maintaining of our infrastructure and this is due to the lack of money in this area of Councils business. To rectify this is the main challenge for this next period of Council and this can not be done by us alone. With the mounting backlog in our infrastructure area and with the endless cuts we have made over the years to all areas of the budget we need help, and it needs to come from both our State and Federal governments. Whoever is the next Mayor, and yes I hope it's me, they will need to be talking to both our State and Federal Members to explain in detail what it is that they can help within this area. And no, it’s not the continuing to build nice new shiny things that are good come election time but eventually cost Council in extra maintenance cost into the future. It's about explaining that there are votes in the rebuilding of roads in our area. A photo opportunity next to a nice new piece of road is as sexy as a new bridge or grandstand. I believe that we need a long-term commitment from our State Government of around $5 million a year over five years with matched funding from the Federal government would see this problem well and truly under control. We also need to prove to both these levels of government that Council will also contribute to these amounts in an ongoing way and not just leave it to them to fund it.

To get these kinds of commitments I would commit to spending as much time as required meeting whoever needed to be lobbied in Sydney and Canberra and not to take “No” as an answer. This is something that has never been done in my time on Council and needs to be done now. Infrastructure backlogs are crippling Councils across NSW and the rest of the country, so this is nothing new but ours needs to be dealt with and now is the time to do it.

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Vanessa Ekins Why are you the person who can make this city great? Lismore on Widjabul Wia-bal Country is already a great place to live and work and raise a family. The question is how do we protect what we love about this place and prepare for what is coming?

As someone who has lived here for nearly 30 years, raising my sons, working in our high schools as a science teacher, studying at Southern Cross University and currently completing a Diploma of Auslan at Tafe, volunteering at RiverFM community radio and planting trees on the riverbanks with Wilsons River Landcare, I know this community and am a safe pair of hands and a strong voice for the future. Working for 16 years as a Lismore City Councillor, and this year having the honour to serve as your Mayor, these are the priority issues I am progressing: providing affordable housing, closing the loop on waste, ensuring water security, improving farmland and river health and attracting funds for our roads. First, we need to provide affordable housing for our community. Lismore has over 500 blocks ready for houses and another 1500 in the planning stages, but at half a million dollars each, they are not affordable and not meeting our needs. I convinced council to work with builders and other stakeholders to identify what affordable housing looks like and where it will go. An affordable housing strategy will be ready early next year. We know rainfall patterns are changing and we need diverse water supplies including rainwater tanks on all houses. Another source of water that is constant even in drought, is the wastewater from our homes. 98% of household water is used in the shower, toilet, garden and laundry, a resource we can recycle. I spearheaded the water authority shift in focus from an expensive, unnecessary dam to investigating purified recycled water. We lead NSW with plans for a purified recycled water plant in south Lismore. Our beautiful natural environment and the rural landscape is why many of us love living here. The Italians helped this place thrive when they arrived after the wars and brought their farming and food culture. This is an important part of our economy and definitely a strength during covid when our weekly farmer's markets continued to supply fresh food. I believe it is our future too, with a new generation of horticulturalists and food enthusiasts adding value to produce and setting up new businesses. I ensure council has policies to protect farmland from urban sprawl and actively support projects to rehydrate farmland, prevent soil loss and revegetate our riverbanks.

Vanessa Ekins (Mayor) I feel positive about our future. As the regional centre, 35,000 people commute into Lismore every day to work, shop and access our excellent high schools and university, law courts and financial services, world class hospitals, sports fields, creative arts spaces and events.

I love living here and I have the experience to lead Lismore, with a safe pair of hands and a strong voice. We need to tell the story of how great this place already is.

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1. Shae Salmon, 2. Ivy Young, 3. Linda Banbury, 4. Vanessa Ekins (Mayor), 5. Kashmir Miller and 6. Adam Guise.

Vanessa Ekins

Why are you the one we should trust to help us tip in the right direction?

From my 16 years as a Lismore City Councillor, I understand the role and have respectful, long term relationships with Council staff, Councillors and organisations such as Lismore Lions, Chamber of Commerce, Southern Cross University, Landcare and Ngulingah Aboriginal Land Council. Councillors need to be active members of our community and I regularly interact with people from diverse backgrounds and attend many community events, National celebrations with our refugee community, Rotary meetings, Saint Carthages ceremonies, Lismore Lantern Parade, ANZAC services and the LGBTQI Tropical Fruits new year’s eve party. Councillors advocate on behalf of our community and set the strategic direction for Council. The Greens team for council is diverse and includes: Adam Guise an experienced and hard-working Lismore City Councillor and Bentley activist, Kashmir Millar law student at Southern Cross University, Ivy Young small business operator and mother to a young family in the Channon village, Linda Bradbury scientist and music teacher, Shae Salmon lawyer and academic at Southern Cross University. The Greens Team’s focus for Lismore is adequate housing for our community, productive farmland and healthy river systems, diverse water supplies, converting waste into productive materials and thriving CBD’s and villages. This requires planning and effective lobbying of state and federal government for adequate funding and these are the skills I have developed as an experienced Councillor and Mayor. Job creation is crucial to Lismore’s economic future, the sustainability of our horticultural sector and the protection of our natural environment and rivers. A job scheme such as Green Corps, will provide training and ongoing employment for our young people, assist farmers to rehydrate their land and reduce soil loss, create habitat along the rivers, and keep water in the upper catchment which will reduce flood levels and velocities downstream. Based on well-documented science, a catchment-wide approach to land management is an incredible investment opportunity for our region.

As your Mayor I am a safe pair of hands and a strong voice, I will work with Council colleagues and our community for Lismore.

We are well placed to prosper in the coming decades with our diverse people, economy and environment.

I am particularly proud of Council’s recent decision to hand back Council owned land to the traditional custodians the Widjabul Wiabal people of the Bundjalung Nation, the country on which we live and work and meet each other.

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Sun - Sydney, NSW. Sunday 29 December 1946.

An Australian in the year, 1946

He sat at home in the lamp-light, batted mosquitoes away from his ears. On sheets from a writing tablet and on pieces of Junior's exercise books, he wrote and re-wrote endless calculations.

He strained his tired eyes, over the tiny print of the income-tax return form, and cursed bitterly, because the only reduction he could find was in the area of the form.

He saw bills were becoming bigger and bigger for groceries, meat, clothing, and so on, and so on. He added up his figures again, and subtracted them again, and thought of how much more money and happiness he would have enjoyed if there had been no war.

And war's aftermath — the inconvenience, loss of wages, and shortages of goods caused by industrial troubles, which had flared up in electricity, gas, meat, transport, coal and a score of other strikes and stoppages. He rose from the kitchen table, turned out the light and shuffled off to bed, his financial burden on his shoulders as remorselessly as Sinbad's Old Man of the Sea. He was the Australian taxpayer.

For fortitude, endurance, stamina and forbearance he won, unopposed, the distinction of an Australian of the Year.

Travel might come for the married Abandoned since before the war, the exchange of teachers between Australia and other parts of the Empire was due to be resumed soon.

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Sydney Morning Herald, NSW. Tuesday 10 September 1946.

ABORIGINAL'S PLEA FOR MORE EDUCATION

An aboriginal's appeal for better education and more considerate treatment for the "civilised" members of his race was loudly applauded yesterday at the New Education Fellowship international conference which is being held at Sydney University.

The speaker was Mr. Walter Page, who is the aboriginal member ' of the Aborigines ' Welfare Board of New South Wales. Although he said it was his first speech in public, he spoke well and fluently.

Aborigines often talked to him about the fact that a lot of them had fought overseas in the last two wars, he said, "If we are good enough to fight, why are we not good enough to have our children taught well?" he asked.

During his address, Mr. Page spoke of the training given tribal aboriginal boys to fit them for manhood and the life of the tribe. It was impressed upon them that they must be very good men indeed to be Worthy to take their place in the community.

Those who failed the tests never came back.

Mr. Page also spoke of his own education at Lismore, some of which was private, and of his meetings with white people, while he was training thoroughbred horses.

Those who were less fortunate, and had to be educated at the mission schools, he said, were not taught the same subjects as the white children. Australians thought the aborigines were very ignorant. If they were, they could not be blamed for it. They were not taught enough. One reason was that some white people objected to aboriginal children going to the same school as their children.

Appeal To Parents The city people did not stand and look at a "black fellow" in the streets. They were friendly and sociable. That did not happen in the country. The aborigines wanted to be,better treated and have better education. He knew some who would have been really good scholars had they been given the chance.

The aboriginal was the real Australian, yet he was not permitted to vote, nor entitled to any of the social services if he was full-blooded. Mr. Page appealed to parents' organisations to help the aboriginal by not objecting to black children attending white children's schools. There might be another war, and aborigines would be expected to fight. Why not show appreciation of what they had already done and educate them properly?

If given an opportunity the aboriginal would make a good Australian citizen. The only obstacle to that at present was lack of education. During the discussion which fol-lowed Mr. Page's address, all speakers supported him and declared that Aus-tralia must do more for the "civilised" and tribal aborigines. LISMORE

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LISMORE, meaning the "Great Garden", was incorporated into a Municipality on March 5, 1879, and on August 30, 1946, elevated to the status of City. It was the first North Coast town to achieve a population of 15,000.

The city was named by the late Mr. and Mrs. William Wilson, of Monaltrie, and history records the late Mr. Wilson as the pioneer of settlement in Lismore, having taken up settlement in 1844. Northern Star - Lismore, NSW. Tuesday 10 September 1946.

Molong Express and Western District Advertiser. Tuesday 12 November 1946.

LISMORE A CITY

Lismore has been proclaimed a city. A civic banquet to celebrate the event was attended by the Minister for Works and Local Government (Mr. Cahill).

Lismore has the required City size Lismore than 15,000, and an annual revenue of £140,000 pounds seven times more than the necessary minimum.

Northern Star - Lismore. Monday 2 September 1946.

Lismore A City At Last (By "Feminist.")

So dear old Lismore is a real, live City at last. There must have been a little misunderstanding about this, because Lismore has always been spoken of as the "Queen City of the North" or did I dream it?

Lismore has gone ahead with the years. On my first visit here stood outside the shops with my mouth open. The big emporiums had brooms and buckets, pots and pans, and dress materials all mixed up in the doorways. The hats looked as if they might have belonged to Mrs. Noah. I nearly collapsed when I walked inside to get some cotton and was asked if I would like to open a monthly account. The shop assistants using the Christian names of the customers also intrigued me. But that was the Lismore of yesteryear. The modern Lismore boasts some really beautiful shops, and instead of the conglomeration of mixed goods in the porches, there are modern island windows.

It's a dear old town—I beg your pardon, city— and Lismoreites love it despite the heat and the dust in summer to say nothing of the housing shortage.

Letters To The Editor CRITICAL SYDNEY VISITOR Sir, M. Hughes, of Rose Bay, Sydney, in your "letter" column of September 4, attacked the civic pride of our city, which in the late seventies and early eighties was called "the sleeping hollow." Out of that age a city has now raised itself from the bogs and foxtail fiats. Due to the foresight of the Civic Fathers of the years that have gone we now enjoy a water supply, sewerage, gas, and electric supply which stands equal to any town in our State. But unfortunately, in most cities, there is always a stage of stagnation that takes place.

Our Civic Fathers appear to be in that stage, with little civic pride and no vision of the future. I quite agree with M. Hughes as regards No. 1. "The mean and dismal approach to your city from the railway station." There are houses in need of repair and painting, dilapidated picket front fences, old Moreton Bay fig trees showering their dead leaves all over the street. No. 2: "The out-of-date, absurdly narrow, dangerous bridge leading into the main section of the city" dating back almost to the foxtail era. The same might be said of our railway station and courthouse. Can one wonder at visitors making such critical remarks at a first impression? As I understand it, the Main Roads Dept. is giving consideration to building a new bridge at Ballina Street in the near future - a long-needed want, bridges being symbols of progress. But what do we find? Our Lismore Municipal Council is considering selling a piece of parkland in South Lismore with a charming river frontage - which will make a nice setting as a garden to the approach of the proposed Ballina Street bridge. It would give visitors and tourists a good impression of the front door entrance into our city and not a backyard entrance, as viewed from the old bridge. It is beyond imagination why, on the eve of Lismore being proclaimed a city, we should find the Civic Fathers so short-sighted in attempting to dispose of this small but beautifully situated South Lismore Park. It could have a terraced garden to the water's edge. South Lismore will be a big industrial suburb in the near future, and it requires all the parklands that can be procured. Not one inch of land should be taken from the people. Let us now plan for the future, while regretting the want of vision in the past. On behalf of the citizens of South Lismore, I say to the aldermen of Lismore Municipal Council: "Hands off Krauss Park." CITIZEN, South Lismore.

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Northern Star, Lismore, NSW. Saturday 21 March 1891.

THE ORIGIN OF THE TOWN OF LISMORE The late Mr. William Wilson, of Monaltrie, who had resided for some years at Illawarra came to the Richmond by sea in February 1844, and as the only means of getting up the river and to the open forest land, had a raft constructed, and on this he placed his family and furniture, and we think a cow, and after a tedious voyage reached Lismore, where he located himself and subsequently formed it into a cattle station.

TO THE TASK....

Lismore, Hail! Our Rural Queen. Hail ! "City" in thy new Estate, In eager pride, the people of, This fair" domain pay homage, As the proclamation of a virile State, Doth crown thee with this garland new.

Nourished by a smiling realm, Caressed by Nature in her softest mood; Reclining in thy virgin charm, Distorted not by Poverty's congestion, Long flourish !

Thy welfare, jealously we guard, That to Posterity we may bequeath, The vital, beauty of a City, Filled with laughing children, And where Age is paid the just respect, Engendered of a worthy life.

Where Culture walks o'er flowered paths And blossoms fill the parks, And gardens gay.

Where stately civic places will resound. With music and orations prompted, By a love of Land and Civic Pride.

Where graceful arches span, A river dreamy, blue, reflective, Of the depthless skies above.

Oh! Happy lot, indeed, is ours, As to the task in hand, we turn.

—W. BIRCHLEY.

William Wilson Lismore's first Settler

It had been occupied for a short time previously by Mr. Dumaresque for sheep. The name of the station, subsequently given to our town, it will be interesting to many to know, is taken from the small island of Lismore, one of the Hebrides in Loch Linnhe, near the Island of Mull, Argyleshire.

The name was chosen by Mrs. W. Wilson, who, it will be remembered, died only a few weeks ago at Monaltrie, at the great age of 89. The site of the old Head Station was at the end of Molesworth Street, where the ornamental trees and the site of the garden can still be seen in the grounds occupied by Mr. T. Exton.

The town of Lismore then formed the homestead paddock. For many years the squattages and the few cedar cutters constituted the small population of the district if we add thereto the establishment of the late Mr. W. Yabsley who had, after living for a short time at Pelican Tree, eventually located himself at Coraki where he built a number of fine vessels, including the Auxilliary (steamer), the Examiner, and his fine shed is now utilised as a saw-mill by his son, Mr. W. Yabsley, J.P.

The first place of business that we can hear of established in Lismore was the store of Mr James Brown, who was in the timber trade and was located on the site now occupied by the new A.J.S. Bank. A town was surveyed in 1856, and about the beginning of the year 1857, the first lots were sold.

For a long time the progress of the township was small, and at the time of the first Municipal election one of the early residents - and we are pleased to say still in our midst. Mr. James Baillie, as a candidate, said; "In 1857 they had not a Post Office in Lismore, and there was only a bridle track leading from Casino to Ballina. In 1858 to 1859, they got police protection and a non-vested school. In 1860 they got the bridle track to Ballina improved.

In 1862 a Police Magistrate for the district was appointed, and in 1865 the National School was built, but it was not until the period 1860 to 1872 that they obtained a Post and Telegraph Office." In 1879 the town was incorporated as a Municipality, and probably no country town in the colony shows more rapid or vigorous growth.

The town has its own gasworks and waterworks, the latter having been constructed under the Country Towns and Water Supply Act, with a reticulation of about seven miles. The expenditure under these heads would be about £16,000. The debt of the town, exclusive of the waterworks, is only £12,000, for the most of which there is a good asset in the gasworks.

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New Business Models for a New Future

Written By ANGEL GURRÍA

To address the global challenges that have been amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic, the public and private sectors will have to collaborate much more closely.

Just as governments must act as market makers and shapers, corporations must develop new business models and performance metrics.

COVID-19 has sharpened the focus on many challenges with which the world has long been grappling, including rising inequality, insufficient access to adequate health care and education, and climate change.

Here, inclusion means providing more equal access to good jobs and training opportunities. It means committing to diversity, gender balance, and human rights. These commitments can all lead to more trust and engagement vis-à-vis employees, customers, and other stakeholders, and to greater long-term value creation.

Long before the pandemic, people had begun to ask hard questions about globalisation and technological progress. Despite all the wealth creation and reductions in global poverty in recent decades, economic opportunity has remained elusive for many people, irrespective of their abilities. The resulting fracturing of society poses a grave threat to the long-term health of businesses, citizens, and economies.

Biden's Collaborative Containment Strategy DANIEL RUSSEL thinks the US administration is playing a savvy game vis-à-vis China and the Indo-Pacific.

For many, the pandemic feels like a watershed moment in global policymaking. It is a rare opening to think big. In the crisis lies an opportunity to establish new foundations for a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive economy. But what would such an economy – and a resilient society – look like? What principles should guide the difficult choices we must make? How do we ensure that everyone is on board?

Business for Inclusive Growth (B4IG), a strategic partnership between the OECD and 35 major global companies, is one major initiative seeking to change how business is done. Founded in 2019 at the G7 Leaders’ Summit, it brings together private- and public-sector entities to support the development of more inclusive business models, which are in turn the building blocks of a more sustainable long-term economic model.

A key priority for B4IG is to rethink how company performance is measured. Together with the OECD’s Centre on Well-being, Inclusion, Sustainability, and Equal Opportunity (WISE), the coalition is exploring how nonfinancial performance indicators – such as stakeholder wellbeing and environmental footprints – can be incorporated into business models. These indicators touch on everything from housing and health to knowledge and skills, and they apply to not only employees and consumers, but also suppliers and society. The rapid growth of sustainable finance in recent years attests to the broader effort to go beyond pure financial metrics and GDP. More than $30 trillion of assets worldwide now meet some level of environmental, social, and governance criteria, representing an increase of more than 30% from 2016. The rise of ESG-driven investing underscores the vital role that finance must play in incorporating nonfinancial metrics in the allocation of capital across the global economy. This is how, for example, a corporate borrower’s cost of capital can be linked to its success in reducing carbon emissions or meeting diversity goals. Today’s global problems demand fresh thinking about the roles of businesses, governments, and civil society, and about how they can best work together. It is not sufficient for governments simply to referee the marketplace and otherwise “stay out of the way.” Governments are needed to shape and create markets, by incentivising and de-risking certain investments, and by establishing targeted support and regulatory frameworks. Private-sector innovation in technology, health care, and other sectors often could not have happened without public backing.

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New Business Models for a New Future Managing the green and digital transitions – including the trend toward more labor-replacing automation – will require a vast effort to reskill and upskill workers. In the European Union, 75% of firms with more than ten employees already provide, and partially fund, training for their workers. But more companies and governments must follow suit to extend training access to those who need it the most, particularly adults with low basic skills and those with low incomes. Employers, on the other hand, have a crucial role to play in ensuring maximum effectiveness across our education and training systems. Governments and employers need to come together to help students benefit from work-based learning – for example, by creating more flexible arrangements and developing local school-business partnerships. Employers must also engage more actively in career guidance to prepare today’s youth for the world of work. And companies must play their part in tackling gender inequality, by offering paid parental leave and childcare, instituting paytransparency rules, and engaging in unbiased job advertising. It is on these bedrocks that we can start building new foundations for long-term economic prosperity beyond COVID-19. The scale and the breadth of challenges we face are unprecedented. We must discuss and solve them through global fora such as the Paris Peace Forum. Many have adopted the slogan of “building back better.” But we cannot solve today’s problems by going back to yesterday’s solutions. We need to build forward better.

ANGEL GURRÍA Angel Gurría, a former secretary of foreign affairs (1994-97) and secretary of finance (1998-2000) of Mexico, is a former secretary-general of the OECD.

www.b4ig.org Globalisation and technology have created wealth and prosperity in measures that the world has never before seen. Yet more and more people, wherever they may live, are being left behind, not benefiting from that wealth creation, their personal situations becoming worse. Business for Inclusive Growth (B4IG) is a partnership between the OECD and major corporations from across the globe, all committed to correcting that divergence.

In the context of the COVID-19 crisis, this fight against inequalities is more necessary than ever. B4IG is united to help build stronger and more inclusive business models.

B4IG aims to multiply the reach and impact of the individual efforts occurring within each of its member organizations. By sharing best practices, developing new solutions, launching pilot programs, and developing metrics to better evaluate inclusive growth efforts, B4IG demonstrates the ways in which businesses can encourage inclusive growth. This work also serves to issue further calls-to-action to federate more businesses, employees, entrepreneurs, and associations in the massive challenge of shifting our world toward a more inclusive future. The coalition works closely with policymakers to advance inclusive growth at both global and local levels, as well as with private organizations dedicated to inclusive growth.

Because inclusive growth can only happen by bringing our collective forces together.

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Mars Wrigley boss Andrew Leakey sounds call for governments to promote regional Australia. Workplace Digital acceleration has witnessed in the last 18-months that talent has become untethered from central business districts and opportunity is now digitally distributed across regional Australia for STEM trades + manufacturing workers Industry and governments need to be considering new ways to attract and retain talent to regional hubs, says the head of Mars Wrigley, citing research showing a significant number of Australians are considering moving away from major cities. GM Andrew Leakey says towns like Ballarat and Asquith are becoming increasingly attractive places to reside with the cost of living surging in state capitals, especially Sydney and Melbourne. Research conducted by YouGov last month of 1010 Australians aged 18 years and older who work and or study in STEM, trades or manufacturing shows three-in-four Australians are open to new career opportunities in regional centres due to the impacts of Covid-19. But they’re not necessarily looking to escape the pandemic – rather their view of the regions has changed as people have become increasingly used to being digitally, rather than physically, connected. “We are now living in an era where connectography is more important than geography, and where digital technologies are debunking the old notion of the ‘tyranny of distance’, leading to a revival of the regions,” explains futurist Anders SormanNilsson. “The pandemic has acted as a circuit breaker for young talents’ future lifestyle decisions. The digital acceleration of the workplace we have witnessed in the last 18-months means that talent has become untethered from central business districts and that opportunity is now digitally distributed across regional Australia for STEM, trades and manufacturing workers,” he said. Leakey says YouGov’s data reflects a strong appetite from younger Australians – especially Millennials (79 per cent) and Gen Z (72 per cent) – to make the move from metropolitan areas.

But he says that despite the interest regional communities need to implement “bold and visionary initiatives” to position themselves as attractive destinations for younger generations. “Food and beverage manufacturing is the largest manufacturing industry in Australia but is proving to be one of the most difficult to recruit for.” Leakey said Mars Wrigley is determined to collaborate with industry and governments to re-imagine ways to attract the next generation of talent to regional areas. “It’s important that we attract and recruit the necessary skills and continue to upskill our workforce to future-proof and grow our local manufacturing capability and operations in Australia. “Our research found that Australians are motivated to move by modern workplace values like flexibility, personal growth, and industry-competitive pay.” Mars Wrigley employs around 700 staff in regional facilities and Leakey says the company is working to attract talent to manufacturing roles through lifelong career progression, formalised development plans, the ability to move between business units and competitive pay packages. According to ABS data, more than 11,800 Australians have made the sea – or tree – change from metropolitan areas since March this year. The YouGov survey showed the main reasons Aussies are considering moving to regional locations are the cost of living (49 per cent), housing prices (48 per cent) and a change in lifestyle pace (45 per cent). However they have some hesitation: Around 40 per cent are concerned about a lack of infrastructure or entertainment, while about one third cite a lack of community, barriers to career growth and a lack of job prospects.

Those in NSW (56 per cent) and Victoria (53 per cent) were the most likely to consider moving, reflecting the rising costs of living in greater Sydney or Melbourne.

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The skills required for work have changed and will continue to evolve on an increasingly fast basis.

Education and Work, Australia Survey data over time on current or recent study, educational attainment, and employment

Workers need to be able to augment and develop their skills as technology advances in order to fulfil the jobs of the future.

Key statistics In May 2020:

63% of people aged 15-64 were fully engaged in work and/or study (was 66% in 2019) 18% of men and 20% of women aged 15-64 were studying 69% aged 20-64 had a non-school qualification, with women (70%) now overtaking men (68%) 74% of 15-74 year olds with a qualification were employed

STEM skills are critical in this. STEM skills play a crucial role in innovation, which is a key driver of economic growth.

Impacts on the survey

COVID-19 on SEW 2020.

The Survey of Education and Work (SEW) was run during the first two weeks of May (3 May to 16 May) as part of the Monthly Population Survey (MPS). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, various restrictions were in place at this time, which are likely to have impacted the survey results.

Engagement in employment and/or education

Initiatives to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and support the economy included international travel restrictions, border control measures for some states and territories, shutting down of non-essential services, economic stimulus packages, free childcare for working parents, and social distancing rules. In particular, international travel restrictions and the impact on net overseas migration resulted in decreases in some key subpopulations of the survey (for example, the number of people currently studying for a non-school qualification). Care should be taken when comparing SEW 2020 data with results from previous survey years, particularly for populations that are likely to have been impacted by COVID-19.

80% OF THE JOBS IN THE NEXT DECADE WILL REQUIRE TECHNOLOGY SKILLS. LISMORE

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In May 2020, four in five Australians aged 15-64 years were either fully or partially engaged in work and/or study (80% or 13.2 million people). Including people still at school, almost two-thirds (63%) were fully engaged (that is, working full-time, studying full-time, or both working and studying). This compares with 66% for the same time last year (May 2019). Overall, it was more common for men (75%) than women (52%) to be fully engaged, however rates for young men and women were similar (85% and 87% respectively for those aged 15-19 years, and 72% and 70% for those aged 20-24 years). There was a decrease across the younger age groups in the number of people who were fully engaged in 2020, but this was most prominent for men aged 20-24 (72% fully engaged in May 2020 compared with 79% in May 2019). The drop in the rates of full engagement for young men aged 20-24 was primarily driven by a drop in full-time employment, with 42% of young men this age engaged through full-time employment in 2020, down from 46% in 2019.

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COVID-19 has forced many organisations to recognise that they must be equipped with important tools for productivity, connectivity, and employee engagement, in order to respond with agility to the disruptive challenges David Webster David Webster is the President of Asia Pacific facing the world today. and Japan at Workday. Based in Sydney,

David oversees Workday’s business across the region. www.peoplematters.in/author/david-webster

THE RISE OF THE DIGITAL WORKPLACE The impact of COVID-19 in driving forward the global digital transformation agenda will no doubt be felt for decades to come, as an undeniable surge of technological innovation, adoption, and digitalisation permeates through almost all aspects of the workplace.

It has also added a new meaning to the old adage that necessity is the mother of all invention. COVID-19 has forced many organizations to recognise that they must be equipped with important tools for productivity, connectivity, and employee engagement, in order to respond with agility to the disruptive challenges facing the world today.

Understanding the core benefits and challenges in digitalising the workplace. From talent management to recruitment, operations and administration, the workplace has gone from gradual evolution to rapid revolution - overnight.

Success today requires organisations to operate at greater speed and efficiency. However, most organisations find themselves caught within a growing technology acceleration gap where their existing skills, resources, and systems are not compatible with the global pace of change.

This acceleration gap was not started by a once-in-ageneration pandemic, but it has certainly brought it to the forefront of the business agenda.

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted just how inadequate traditional enterprise systems are in helping organizations respond to the rapidly digitalising world.

Static and bureaucratic legacy systems are no longer sufficient to provide the agility and speed required to help business leaders deliver the future-proof workforce environment that today’s fast-moving world requires.

Against this backdrop, business leaders need to properly weigh the key benefits and challenges when integrating technology into the workplaces of the future.

There are many challenges imposed in the new world order a socially distant workforce, evolving nature of work, and changing guidelines around employee health and safety - but beyond just looking internally at what the current requirements are, organisations now also have a greater understanding that there is a real and pressing need to invest in an integrated digital strategy moving forward.

There are many core benefits from using technology in the workplace, from uncovering talent gaps to enabling greater workforce flexibility or elevating the employee experience. The impetus for change, however, really boils down to organisations wanting to establish a greater sense of control of their operating environment.

Workday’s own research has shown that over a third of business leaders (36%) have said that in three years’ time, the large majority of revenues will come from purely digital streams.

Against the uncertainties of the future, organisations can use technology to readily generate a single view of their people, operations, and finances, forecasting how they will be impacted by dynamic conditions and harnessing the power of technology fully.

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Leveraging data analytics and machine learning in talent management

THE RISE OF THE DIGITAL WORKPLACE

An important consideration for many organisations today is just how they can use a seemingly never-ending stream of data effectively. According to a report by Domo, over 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are created every single day, amounting to almost 1.7MB of data created every second for every person on earth. This highlights the voluminous challenge facing many organisations today. This is where the concept of machine learning can come in and add value to many organisations. As a method of automated and cognizant data analysis that independently learns and persists throughout all scenarios and situations, machines can learn how to process data and make recommendations through training and/or controlled input data. Given basic instruction, they can excel in a wide-range of applications that humans or other basic algorithms are unsuited for. The fundamental benefit for machine learning in the organisation is how time-saving and resource-efficient it is, all while significantly improving the user experience. Machine learning powers faster and more streamlined HCM functions across an entire employee lifecycle.

Quantifying the returns and benefits of HCM investments

The rise of the digital era has made it increasingly difficult for organisations to ignore the value that having the right HCM partner brings to the table, to the point where many business leaders are instead talking about the cost of inaction, or what are the costs to their organisations from not working with the right technological partner. To close the widening acceleration gap today, organisations need to realise that sticking with the status quo or choosing “do nothing” inertia are not viable strategies. Instead, they need to choose a system that can keep up with the growing pace of change and help close that gap. For those who still are not convinced, thankfully, there are many simple and tangible methods to estimate the benefits. Some of these include lower personnel costs, from less time and resources spent to management and recruitment; greater administrative productivity, by freeing up outdated operational processes; and better employee experience and productivity, with less turnover in skills.

Machine learning also allows us to sift through tremendous volumes of data to identify patterns and make predictions about future events. In addition, machine learning increases efficiency and eliminates many tasks that were once manual, enabling employees to focus on making higher-value contributions.

Most importantly, beyond any dollar return on investment, business leaders now have the power to shape their workplace and surroundings and build a vibrant, innovative, and outperforming organisational culture that is wellpoised for future success.

Human Capital Management (or simply HCM) is a set of practices and processes an organisation utilises to manage the employee life cycle, with the intent to optimise talent (human capital) at every stage. These actions fall within three categories:

independent contractors in the modern economy?? Unlocking the Potential of the Gig Economy

Talent Acquisition. HCM begins long before a new employee reports to work on their first day. Key Benefits of a Powerful HCM Solution - Increase hiring speed and quality by quickly sourcing and recruiting the right candidates. Retain and nurture talent by providing professional learning and growth opportunities. Increase bench strength by proactively planning for succession in leadership and other key roles.

The gig workforce?? Gig workers are independent contractors or freelancers who do short-term work for multiple clients. “The gig workforce is set to gain a substantial boost and add to the regional economy in the days to come. The gig economy puts more disposable income in the hands of the workforce and provides them the opportunity to earn more by putting in additional work hours. It allows them to reap the benefits of multiple employment opportunities simultaneously, which in turn improve the cash flow of the economy.”

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THE FUTURE OF REMOTE OR FLEXIBLE WORK IS HERE TO STAY INDUSTRY VIEW FROM M-FILES The forced and immediate shift to remote working, which happened almost overnight in March 2020, will turn out to have been one of the most significant and long-lasting impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Any indication that this was to be just a short-term necessity has, over time, proven illusory. Governments across the world have responded to successive waves of the pandemic by repeatedly opening, closing and reopening economies. Even now, with a large percentage of the population vaccinated, many employees are still expected to work from home in what is now being termed a “hybrid model”.

As a result of this move to a new way of working, demand for office space is also declining and businesses are choosing to restructure the very way they work by focusing on their estates.

Permanent remote working is now being considered by both employers and employees who would not have even considered this back in 2019.

The World Economic Forum’s latest Future of Jobs Report, published in October 2020, states that 44 per cent of workers can conduct their work remotely, so this is a very real dynamic taking place now. These are seismic changes – office space reductions combined with new flexible ways of working and employee expectation that this is the “new normal” are leading to firms having to reevaluate not just where they work, but how they work. Central to this is a desire to ensure that this shift towards flexible working does not negatively impact productivity, collaboration or company culture. There is a body of research that has shown that people can be as productive, if not more so, when working from home. But for employers there is the very real issue that the practical and operational advantages of an entire workforce working from home could be diminished.

Information access and workflow automation

Most businesses live and breathe documents, files and information – they are the lifeblood of a streamlined, productive and efficient organisation.

Arguably, the most important tenet of a flexible work strategy is that knowledge workers should be able to access and manage information from any device and any physical location, no matter where that information is stored – in a CRM, ERP, shared drives or network folders.

If organisations are going to prepare for the new normal of Not only should staff be able to access information, but the same processes and workflows that govern their work flexible work environments, the solution is to develop a wellshould be in place in a flexible work environment. formed, intelligent information management strategy – one that promotes a collaborative and productive working environment Most importantly, beyond any dollar return on while adhering to governance, compliance and security investment, business leaders now have the protocols.

So, what can companies do now to prepare a strategy for the new normal of remote work? What should they be putting focus on in developing that strategy? Below are a few key considerations.

power to shape their workplace and surroundings and build a vibrant, innovative, and outperforming organisational culture that is well-poised for future success.

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LISMORE 85 KEEN STREET An update on our new home A massive shout out to all NOW OPEN our local tradies LJ Hooker Lismore is highly regarded amongst our clients and customers for our professionalism and the results we deliver in our local marketplace. REAL ESTATE IN LISMORE LJ Hooker Lismore began trading in 1916 and was operated by members of the Deegan family for 100 years!

RDS Cement Rendering - Jake McRae Excavation - Tim Wallis Electrical - Greg Kerr Plumbing Luke Smith Plastering - W & B Judd Building services - Sacred Services Australia - Josh Purnell Painting - Parker Pest Control - Spot on Drafting - Wrapt Signs - Custom Concrete Concepts Hernes Security - Lismore Office Warehouse Cetnaj - Brightway Lighting - Daley’s Homewares

If you have a look at the outside of the LJ Hooker Lismore office in Woodlark Street, you will see their name immortalised on the façade of the building. Grandson of the original founder sold the business in 2016 but continues to this day to be an essential part of the LJ Hooker Lismore team as a highly experienced Real Estate agent with some 30 years’ experience. In 2011 Michelle Mitchell, a Lismore local with 14 years’ experience in Real Estate and having worked for LJ Hooker in Queensland returned to her home town and joined LJ Hooker Lismore. In 2016 Michelle, together with her husband Robert Menin and Clint McCarthy seized the opportunity to take the reins of LJ Hooker Lismore. Together, this dynamic trio continue to innovate through digital marketing strategies, professional development, and community involvement, allowing them to keep a finger on the pulse of not only the real estate market in the Northern Rivers – but also – more importantly, it’s people. LJ Hooker Lismore prides itself on being driven to achieve success, but we're also a company of genuine, committed individuals who work together as one team to help you achieve your real estate dreams. Maintaining honesty, integrity and professionalism, we provide a level of service that is unmatched within the highly-competitive real estate marketplace. Phone (02) 6621 2387 www.lismore.ljhooker.com.au

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Housing Australia Future Fund

www.alp.org.au

ON YOUR SIDE No one held back, no one left behind.

An Albanese Labor Government will create a $10 billion off-budget Housing Australia Future Fund to build social and affordable housing and create thousands of jobs now and in the long term. The Housing Australia Future Fund would be managed by the Future Fund Board of Guardians (chaired by Hon Peter Costello AC).

This is an independent body that currently manages six public asset funds (as of 31 March 2021): the Future Fund ($178.6 billion) the Medical Research Future Fund ($21.4 billion) the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Land and Sea Future Fund ($2.0 billion) the Future Drought Fund ($4.4 billion) the Emergency Response Fund ($4.5 billion) the DisabilityCare Australia Fund ($15.3 billion)

Each year investment returns from the Housing Australia Future Fund will be transferred to the National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation (NHFIC) to pay for social and affordable housing projects.

Over the first 5 years the investment returns will build around: 20,000 social housing properties. 4,000 of the 20,000 social housing properties will be allocated for women and children fleeing domestic and family violence and older women on low incomes who are at risk of homelessness. 10,000 affordable housing properties for frontline workers

Similar to Social and Affordable Housing Fund (SAHF), established and operated by the current NSW Government, a proportion of the investment returns will fund annual service payments that will be paid to community housing providers over 25-years to bridge the gap between rental revenue and operating costs.

Service payments will not commence until dwellings are completed and all the other contracted services are in place. This will directly support 21,500 full-time jobs across the construction industry and broader economy, per year, over 5 years, nationwide - one in 10 direct workers on site will be apprentices.

In addition to this, a portion of the investment returns will be available to fund acute housing needs in perpetuity. This funding will be used for additional crisis, transitional and long-term social housing in parts of the country with the greatest need.

In the first 5 years these investment returns will fund: $200 million for the repair, maintenance and improvements of housing in remote Indigenous communities, where some of the worst housing standards in the world are endured by our First Nations people. $100 million for crisis and transitional housing options for women and children fleeing domestic and family violence and older women on low incomes who are at risk of homelessness. $30 million to build more housing and fund specialist services for veterans who are experiencing homelessness or at-risk homelessness.

A total of $1.7 billion dollars will be allocated to women. $1.6 billion for long term housing, and an additional $100 million for crisis and transitional housing options for women and children fleeing domestic and family violence, and older women on low incomes who are at risk of homelessness. This housing will be fully built in accordance with principles of universal design which enable access for people with disability.

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Affordable housing is a big issue and it is possible we can help solve it. Building more houses will also boost regional economies. - Nada Nasser, Mission Australia NSW Director

Nada Nasser, Mission Australia NSW Director

Rental hikes and treechangers make it hard to find rural home Nada Nasser, MIssion Australia NSW director, says the lack of social housing in regional NSW is a crtical issue with waiting lists running anything from 5 to 20 years in many parts of regional NSW. The statistics emphasise the stark reality of the situation, with a 2020 NSW Council of Social Services (NCOSS) report showing there was a shortfall of more than 200,000 social and affordable homes in NSW and almost 60,000 households were waiting for social housing. Ms Nasser says also many people who had been rough sleeping before the pandemic were given temporary shelter to protect them, but once society reopened she was not sure how this would play out when those temporary accommodation options reduced. She said the NSW Government's Together Home program had helped homeless people move to private rental with support. Mission Australia welcomed recent additional funding for this program and hoped it will be extended in the future. The Government also provided some lower socio-economic rental assistance. "But ideally the long-term solution is more social housing." She said the stigma of social housing in the local neighbourhood areas had largely improved over the years and housing projects often aimed at better community environments and buildings.

The CWA says more needs to be done. "We appreciate state and federal governments are putting resources towards social and affordable housing, but it is not keeping pace with the current demand, and the demand expected in the future," said Stephanie Stanhope, President of the CWA of NSW.

"It's an increasingly difficult situation for those on the waiting list for social housing, as individuals and families struggle to keep a roof over their heads in the face of rising private market rents or have to rely on family and friends for somewhere to stay.

Stephanie Stanhope, President of the CWA of NSW

It's a sad fact that some of these people will actually run out of options and be forced onto the streets, contributing to the already unacceptable rates of homelessness in our state," Stephanie says.

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2021 NSW Local Government elections Saturday, 04 December 2021, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM The NSW Local Government elections have been postponed until 4 December 2021. Close of rolls The residential roll, roll of non-resident owners of rateable land and roll of occupiers and ratepaying lessees closes at 6pm, Monday, 25 October 2021. Candidates must be enrolled in the relevant council area by the close of rolls to be eligible to nominate for election.

Postal voting

Change my name or address

You may be eligible to vote using a postal vote at this election. Eligibility criteria for postal voting.

Timeline Tuesday, 26 October 2021; application for postal vote packs open. Monday, 8 November 2021; mailing of postal voting packs commences. Monday, 29 November 2021; receipt of postal vote applications close at 5pm. Applications received after this time will not receive a postal vote pack. Friday, 17 December 2021; completed postal votes returned by 6pm. General postal voters will automatically receive ballot papers in the mail for this election.

City of Lismore

When you move house, or if you change your name, you must update your details on the electoral roll. Otherwise, you could be removed from the roll and will be unable to vote. If you have moved, you are eligible to enrol at your new address if you have lived there for at least one month.

Thursday, 4 November 2021 10am: Conduct of ballot paper draw.

Lismore City Council was established in 1879. It has a population of 43,135* and occupies an area of 1,287.7^ square kilometres.

This is an undivided council served by 10 councillors including a Mayor and Deputy Mayor.

*Population statistic sourced from ABS 2016 Census data. For more information visit: www.quickstats.censusdata.abs.gov.au

Voting is compulsory for all enrolled Lismore City Council residents. The election process is managed by the NSW Electoral Commission.

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NESBITT PARK Mountain Bike Skills Course

On the 14th September 1940, 52 ornamental trees were planted around the boundary of Nesbitt Park , South Lismore, in honour of the men of the suburb who had enlisted in the navy, army and airforce. The welfare committee and the trustees of the park proposed to dedicate a tree in the park to every man that enlisted.

Nesbitt Park - Caniaba Street, South Lismore, has a wheelchair and disability accessible playground including a wheelchair swing, accessible outdoor playground equipment and a one kilometre long (three metres wide) walking/jogging track. There is also wheelchair accessible tables and amenities with plenty of accessible parking spots.

Women in Business Are you running a small business and feel like you would like to connect with likeminded women in the local area for support?

CHESS Connect is hosting a FREE Women In Business Group connecting women in the Lismore and Richmond Valley.

If you would like more information contact Emily on 0448 615 726 Meeting to commence in October 2021.

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Lismore Business News

Australian ice cream made with premium Australian milk and cream is tantalising taste buds across Asia. This case study profiles some of the Aussie ice cream and ingredient makers enjoying export success. 28 September 2021

Ice cream sealed its status as the ultimate AUSSIE ICE CREAM ICONS FIND SWEET SUCCESS comfort food in 2020. The trend shows no signs of Ice cream and ingredient manufacturers source milk from farmers in their region, and around Australia. Australia’s slowing down in 2021. Global ice cream sales pasture-fed cows produce milk with a high percentage of soared to US$76.5 billion when COVID-19 forced milk solids. Grass-fed cows also produce milk with a unique millions into lockdown. Australian ice cream has flavour that’s often preferred in ice cream. Asian consumers a growing share of this market as a premium regard our ice cream as a premium product, thanks to its rich, creamy texture. product made to exacting standards.

Australian ice cream success Australia exported packaged ice cream products worth $46 million in 2020–21. Companies such as Bulla Dairy Foods, Golden North and Norco saw strong export sales in 2020.

NORCO COOPERATIVE LIMITED

The farmer-owned dairy cooperative, Norco, will never be short of fresh milk. Norco has almost 300 members across 203 farms in southeast Queensland and northern NSW. These farmer members supply over 200 million litres of milk Ingredient makers Burra, Frosty Boy, Goulburn Valley Creamery a year. It is investing $30 million to upgrade its ice cream and Richmond Dairies also achieved good results. These manufacturing facility in Lismore. The upgrade will companies are working with Austrade to enter markets in significantly increase the facility’s output.

North Asia and Southeast Asia. Norco has been making white-label ice cream for US and

Japanese customers for several years. More recently it This success generates income for farmers who launched Norco-branded ice cream in China. provide the milk and provides jobs in regional

communities. Bulla Dairy Foods, for instance, employed an additional 200 people over 2020 to meet demand. Dairy cooperative Norco achieved record returns for its farmer-owners in 2019–20. It is reinvigorating its export strategy to create even more value.

The cooperative is working with Austrade to continue this growth in new markets in Southeast Asia. Austrade is providing market research reports and distributor lists and assisting with regulatory requirements. It is also inviting Norco to showcase its products at virtual events.

The success is due in part to the Australian Government’s $72.7 million Agribusiness Expansion Initiative (ABEI). The initiative helps Australian agribusiness exporters overcome the challenges of difficult trade settings and the COVID-19 pandemic. The surge in ABEI services delivered by Austrade has generated $300 million of export sales since the start of 2021.

‘Besides driving incremental profit, our focus on export growth is instrumental in building the farmer-owned Norco brand in key markets,’ says Tanya Crowther, General Manager Export, Norco. ‘This is a welcome strategic outcome for all stakeholders.’

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Lismore 2036 Regional City Action Plan The Lismore RCAP will deliver a vibrant, innovative city with a lively Wilsons River waterfront and green corridors, integrated transport systems and the development of health, education and professional services precincts.

Lismore City Council is offering local businesses the opportunity to join the new ‘Loving Local Gift Cards’ program, which is designed to make it easier for shoppers to spend their money in Lismore and help businesses recover from COVID and the lockdowns.

Creative industries, climate resilience, building more homes and supporting a flourishing food sector are all aspirations within a 15-year vision for Lismore.

The pilot program, delivered by the Why Leave Town program, is a collaboration between the Council and the Lismore Chamber of Commerce and Industry. “We invite Lismore businesses – across retail, services, food, groceries, sports, health, culture and entertainment – to join the Loving Local Gift Cards program,” Lismore City Council’s CBD Activation Officer Kathryn Gray said.

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Rob Stokes, said in a press release that ‘Lismore will become the Newtown of the Northern Rivers’.

“It’s free and easy to sign up, get marketing material, and get involved in the Loving Local Gift Card network so customers can use the gift cards at your store. There are also opportunities for the gift cards to be used for prizes, sponsorship, corporate gifts and relief support.” The gift cards will be available to buy at selected outlets, or Load Up Stores'. Customers will be able to load the card with money from as little as $10 to as much as $1000. To ensure the money remains in the community, the cards can only be used at participating Lismore-based businesses using their EFTPOS terminals. Cards can also be purchased online through the Why Leave Town website. There are no additional fees for participating businesses, apart from normal banking transaction fees. Kathryn Gray said the program was a key promotional and support campaign as part of the Business Activation Plan, funded through the Special Business Rate Variation Levy and Lismore City Council.

“We look forward to sharing more about the Loving Local Gift Cards soon in time for Christmas,” she said.

Find out more and register your business at www.yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/loving-local-gift-cards

‘Lismore is home to the highest number of artists and creatives in regional NSW and by encouraging investment in the arts we will see it transform into the Newtown of the Northern Rivers’.

‘The community wants to see more diverse and climate-conscious housing, and the plan will help achieve this, in partnership with Council’.

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Lismore Regional City Action Plan The Lismore Regional City Action Plan (RCAP) has been developed by the NSW Government, in collaboration with Lismore City Council, to help Lismore fulfill its potential as a thriving regional centre and build on the city’s growth, strong employment base, diversified economy and special character. The Lismore RCAP will deliver a vibrant, innovative city with a lively Wilsons River waterfront and green corridors, integrated transport systems and the development of health, education and professional services precincts.

It will maximise opportunities for jobs and investment while also ensuring future housing needs are met to cater for a variety of lifestyle choices and needs. Lismore’s bushland and green corridors provide habitat for many species, including koalas. The plan also identifies priorities for additional investment opportunities such as infrastructure and public spaces to help manage changes while protecting the city’s unique character and lifestyle. It will maximise opportunities for jobs and investment while also ensuring future housing needs are met to cater for a variety of lifestyle choices and needs.

Lismore’s bushland and green corridors provide habitat for many species, including koalas.

Development of the Lismore RCAP is a priority action of the North Coast Regional Plan 2036, which was released in March 2017 by the NSW Minister for Planning. The community had their say on the draft Lismore RCAP during the public exhibition period from 17 May 2021 to 15 June 2021. The exhibition included targeted workshops and one-on-one interviews with stakeholders and members of the public. The finalised RCAP incorporates feedback from the community and stakeholders.

The plan also identifies priorities for additional investment opportunities such as infrastructure and public spaces to help manage changes while protecting the city’s unique character and lifestyle.

The plan's key goals:

promote jobs growth, leveraging new opportunities in tourism and existing employment nodes around health and education; provide more and different types of housing to give people greater choice; support Lismore as the heart of the Northern Rivers deliver an accessible and vibrant city centre; identify and deliver the infrastructure the city needs to make it a more attractive place for investment.

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BEING A TOURIST IN YOUR OWN TOWN

L i smo r e h as t h e c ul t ur e an d c o n ven i en ce o f a maj o r r egi o n al c en t r e as wel l as an ext r ao r di n ar i l y be aut i f ul n at ur al e n v i r o n men t .

L i smo r e’ s h i st o r i c c i t y c e n t r e s h o ppi n g pr e c i n ct h o use s an amaz i n g ar r ay o f f abul o us an d f asc i n at i n g bo ut i ques , an t i que an d cu r i o sh o ps, ar t s an d c r af t s an d l o t s o f c apt i vat i n g ca f és an d e at e r i e s. LISMORE

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Bundjalung Country

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The Lismore Visitor Information Centre is currently closed. The award-winning Lismore Visitor Information Centre is much more than a visitor centre - it's an experience!

Our aim is to be a link between visitors and the rich source of environmental, cultural and economic resources in Lismore, Nimbin and surrounding villages.

As Lismore is on the doorstep to Nightcap National Park, the centre features an indoor rainforest, designed to give visitors a taste of what they can experience in the region.

We have an Aboriginal Art Gallery, which provides local Northern Rivers Indigenous artists the opportunity to promote their artwork and offers visitors to Lismore an opportunity to learn about the area they are visiting through some of the local Aboriginal art.

We have a large retail section specialising in unique, locally made arts, crafts and produce. There is an array of sumptuous gift baskets which you can buy pre-made or have one made-to-order.

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Being a Tourist in your own Town

The Old Council Chambers

Lismore has the culture and convenience of a major regional centre as well as an extraordinarily beautiful natural environment. Lismore provides many of the region’s major services including shopping, sports facilities, hospitals and schools.

Lismore is home to the Southern Cross University, the award-winning performing arts group NORPA, valuable macadamia and dairy industry, a creative artistic community, and a thriving business centre.

The Old Post Office

Lismore is a place of great cultural diversity and creativity. Take a self-guided walk along the river and through to the town centre and discover laneways filled with street art and a vibrant central business district full of great cafes and restaurants.

For more information on things to see and do, events and activities in Lismore go to the Visit Lismore website www.visitlismore.com.au or the Lismore Council website www.lismore.nsw.gov.au.

The Court House

Lismore Red Cross Branch - Tea Room We are a traditional Red Cross group where people enjoy the companionship of others and take part in fundraising activities to help people in need. The Tea Room has a regular Special for $6pp It is the Best Valued Lunch in Lismore. Made fresh and with super friendly service. The Tea Room is located at 132 Keen Street. It is a must do! Look out for the Cake Stall in Store.

The Winsome Hotel

BE A TOURIST IN YOUR OWN CITY

The Memorial Baths

Whether you’re new to Lismore and the surroundings or your roots predate the slogan “Keeping Lismore a treasured Secret,” there’s so much to discover when it comes to the Queen City as Lismore is affectionately known as. So, here’s our proposal: Put some weight behind your claim to the Lismorian title and spend a day as a tourist in your own town. Explore Lismore as we offer a guide to the city and the villages for every interest. Seriously, we mean every interest. It’s hard not to notice the unique buildings that dot the streets of downtown Lismore. But do you know the stories behind their creation?

Woodlark Street

Lismore is home to scores of historic buildings designed by some of the most revered Australian architects—and each one helps tell the story of our city’s boom, bust and revival. “It peels back the first layer of our city’s fascinating and sometimes rather elusive history, including its rich contributions to architecture.” Once you start diving into the historical and cultural moments that have shaped our region, you won’t be able to stop.

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Tucki Tucki Creek

Birdwing Butterfly Gully Goonellabah Our Goals To accelerate natural rainforest regeneration by targeted and ongoing removal of noxious and invasive species to facilitate secondary and late succession rainforest growth, and planting native rainforest species in their place.

Providing a more appropriate and natural habitat for threatened fauna and planting rainforest species to encourage birds and wildlife into the area.

Facilitating the natural regeneration of Upper Tucki Tucki Creek through planting native rainforest species in riparian zones. Enhance the area along Upper Tucki Tucki Ck and Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Park by returning it to a native rainforest corridor for the enjoyment of the general public and local community.

Our Values To treat each other with respect and decency and communicate effectively, respectfully and appropriately with each other. Welcome, encourage and be inclusive of new members and work together to achieve the common goals of the group.

Our main focus is replacing non-native species with native species that are indigenous to the area. We have also been focusing on extending and widening the existing rainforest corridor by planting into open areas along the walking track. As an Incorporated Association we charge a nominal yearly fee of $10. Children are free. We are funded partially by Lismore City Council and rely on donations, fundraising events and are seeking grant funding to cover the considerable cost of the work being undertaken in the area. Goonellabah Tucki Creek Landcare Inc. have been going for well over 10 years. We currently have over 16 zones along the creek that we are regenerating.

We are very family-friendly! We meet on the last weekend of the month, usually on a Sat morning, working on Tucki Tucki Creek in the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Gully off Kadina St in Goonellabah. We meet from 8.00am usually on the last Saturday of every month (though small groups do other work during the week and every Saturday) - it is for volunteers to do an hour, or two, or more - just what suits you the best.

Our contacts: www.tuckilc@gmail.com President Doug 0447 770 255 Secretary Shaen 0417789767 Also connect via Facebook www.facebook.com/groups/330713617801183

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The Loft Australian Modern Restaurant Cuisine The Loft originated from a building that was originally part of A.G. Robinsons (AGR's) department store which supplied a wide range of products to the locals.

It eventually became 'The Loft' in the late nineties and has undertaken various transformations. The Loft was purchased and under the ownership of Kate Scott and Brad Rickard, with chef Richard Kerr in charge of the menu planning and control of the kitchen.

Arriving at the Loft the scent was so rich that it was wafting out into the laneway, we were greeted efficiently by host and Manager, Howard Johnson.

The Loft on Nesbitt Lane offers an eloquent dining establishment, a welcoming bar downstairs that encompasses the laneway and is spread over two levels, with the mezzanine area set comfortably for groups and intimate options.

The decor is stylish and tasteful with a wall mural depicting two girls and birds in flight.

Our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable on the menu to which we appreciated her recommendations as we chose from the three course menu. With four choices for each course the choice was varied.

"Chef Richard Kerr anticipates how flavour works," He is passionate about limiting his cooking to ingredients that are sourced locally. There are enough to make food that's unique."

Growing up on a small farm in Nimbin, Richard Kerr learned to respect and care for prodcue, how it is grown, where it is sourced and how the food makes it way to the dinner plate.

The Loft changes its menu to suit the seasons with four choices with each course to choose from. The chef's locavore approach shines through in the taste of his creations. I can highly recommend The Loft as a place for a special occasion, with friends or a romantic night out.

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Dark Chocolate Crèmeux, Chantilly Cream, Raspberry Sorbet.

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"Chef Richard Kerr anticipates how flavour works," He is passionate about cooking with ingredients that are sourced locally, there is enough to make food that's unique. The Loft Restaurant & Bar offers a three Course menu at $65pp.

Add complimenting wines for each courses at $25pp.

"Wherever possible, I choose to use local fruit and vegetables as they are mostly grown in the beautiful soil that we have in the Northern Rivers region and not grown super-fast in greenhouses or hydroponics. I think you can taste a big difference!” Richard said. Roku Gin Cured Ocean Trout, Rocket, Pickled Beetroot, Fennel, Citrus, Wasabi and Goat Cheese.

ABOUT Air Conditioning with Alfresco Dining

Degustation Menu Fully Licensed and Private Dining

Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options and Vegetarian Options

Catering | Functions | Seats: 50

(02) 6622 0252 6 Nesbitt Lane, Lismore 2480 NSW www.theloftrestaurant.com.au Facebook and on Instagram

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locavore locavore, a person whose diet consists only or principally of locally grown or produced food. One who mainly eats locally produced food, especially within a specified radius of one's home.

BENEFITS OF BECOMING A LOCAVORE Aesthetic experience: The joy of smelling and touching unique, fresh produce and food products, including some interesting heritage varieties you won’t find at your local grocer. ...

Healthier food: By purchasing foods produced closer to home, you ensure they’re permitted to mature and ripen “on the vine” as long as possible, which means greater nutrition. ...

Money saved: Farmer's market and CSA produce are often cheaper than that you’ll find in the supermarket. ...

Community support: Farmer's markets are often big events for small towns and local neighborhoods, bringing small businesses and local consumers together. They can really revitalize the local community. ...

Support local economy and farmers: Of course, by buying local produce from family farms, you not only support their livelihood, but you keep money flowing within your community. ...

LOCAL AND SEASONAL fresh > tastier > better

LISMORE PRODUCE MARKETS The Lismore Produce Market is held in the heart of Lismore's central business district with around 30 stalls selling 100 per cent locally grown seasonal goods. Stalls include produce, seedlings, handmade cosmetics, cleaning products, candles, seafood, wines, cheeses, freshly baked bread, coffee, cakes, pickles, jams, dips, and other home-cooked treats.

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St Carthage’s Cathedral Lismore’s most notable building. It was designed in the Gothic Revival style of the nineteenth century, a church style that remained popular well into the twentieth century. The Diocese of Lismore stretches along the coastal strip from Tweed Heads in the north to Laurieton in the south and west to the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, encompassing five Traditional Nations. The architect was Herbert Wardell, St Carthage’s Cathedral is held to be one of the six finest Catholic cathedrals in Australia. www.lismorediocese.org

Heritage Park Railway Established in November 1995, Heritage Park Railway is an 7 1/4" (184mm) Gauge Miniature Railway located right in the center of town in Lismore, Heritage Park Railway has train rides running on Thursday's and Sat/Suns as well as every day in school holidays (except Monday's). A wonderful day out for all the family with free BBQ facility's and plent of play equipment for children of all ages. www.heritageparkrailway.com.au

Riverside Parklands Lismore

Take a stroll along the riverbank into the City Centre and read about Lismore’s rich river history at the interpretive story sites along the way. This wonderful park connects residents and visitors to the Wilsons River, which runs through the heart of Lismore.

Enjoy the multi-tiered wharf and boat ramp, expansive parklands with free barbecues, shelters and lighting, a skate park plus the Wilsons River Experience Walk. This three-kilometre riverside walk starts at the Lismore Visitor Information Centre and takes in a unique outdoor museum comprising a bush food garden, a huge butter churn sculpture relaying stories of Lismore’s dairying history at the press of a button and three story sites housing spectacular interpretive panels that paint a picture of Widjabul and European settlement along the banks of the river.

The Wilsons River Experience Walk is designed to link in with Lismore’s Café and Culture Trail, a self-guided walk that takes you on a journey through Lismore’s colourful history and culture and into the City Centre where you can experience the city’s vibrant café scene.

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Where did it all start... The love for collecting interesting items came early in life to, Northern Rivers Collectables Owner, Adam Bailey.

Adam remembers fondly that his first collectable was a “ Tooth’s Bottle”

He had acquired it after making some pocket money as a child, collecting cans for his grandfather.

From the day he found his first treasure, he caught the bug and has been collecting eclectic items ever since.

This excitement for picking and finding quality pieces has never subsided, even after 40 odd years.

Northern Rivers Collectables In 2019, Adam turned his passion into a thriving business, opening his first store in history rich Lismore, the heart of the Northern Rivers region in New South Wales, Australia.

Due to its popularity with locals, travellers, collectors and because of Adam’s ever-growing range of vintage items, Northern Rivers collectables moved to much bigger premises.

Now housing the largest range in the area. The store is well stocked with everything unique. From centuries-old antiques, items from every decade and future nostalgia is beautifully displayed in-store even Adam’s personal motorcycle collection is on display.

Northern Rivers Collectables was established in 2020.

Come in and discover a plethora of collectables, antiques, retro, vintage, motorcycles and much more...

With his keen eye and vast knowledge, Adam has your treasure waiting for you.

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Art Aspects Gallery

Art Aspects Gallery specialises in Northern Rivers artists. The aim of the gallery is not only to support local established and emerging artists, but also to give people from Lismore and the surrounding area the opportunity to buy fine art and gifts from over 50 local artists, with displays changing regularly.

For a pleasant cultural experience when you are in Lismore, be sure to visit Art Aspects Gallery: glass art, paintings, bronzes, limited edition prints, sculptures, fabric, art, jewellery, ceramics, porcelain, silk, wood, mosaic, Australiana, metal works, textiles and gifts.

104 woodlark Street, Lismore. Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/artaspectsgallery

Nimbin Candle Factory

Aboriginal Bora Ring is one of the several tribal ceremonial grounds in the district and has been fenced and marked with a description board.

Ceremonial grounds are very significant to the Aboriginal people and are usually marked with a Bora Ring.

Lismore Speedway specialising in Nimbin Candles is an Australian Candle manufacturer, North Lismore, Lismore, New South Wales Nontoxic, hand dipped, traditionally made candles. The factory is Lismore Speedway hosts a series of scheduled located in the historic Nimbin Butter Factory, located in the alternative events from February through to April involving town of Nimbin in NSW Australia. six sometimes up to ten drivers competing over

eight anti-clockwise laps of theNonToxic oval circuit. We have been manufacturing beautifully handmade Dinner Come check out the action where you will tapers for the and Australian market Since 1973.

see fast paced machines sideways, power The Nimbin Candle Factory originally started off in athe shed in the Blue sliding or broadsiding into bends. Knob Valley, north ofThe Nimbin. After track the shed burn down 1989, the speedway is located at thein Lismore candle factory was Showground relocated to "The Old Butter Factory" in 1990. in North Lismore on Alexandra

Parade. The Nimbin Candle Factory in Nimbin Australia is open to the public 7 Its a 400 metre long raceway made up of a Clay days a week. You can come and see how the candles are made. We / Sand Mix which offers great racing without the have the only Water Driven Dipping Deck, manufacturing up to 1500 dust or too many large ruts. The track is 15 perfect tapers at a time, around and we are always happy to show you metres wide all round give plenty of room for how it all works. side by side racing. www.nimbincandles.com.au

Aboriginal Bora Ring Tucki Tucki, Lismore

The Bora Ring is a raised platform of dirt arranged in a circle.

This Bora Ring which was last used in the 1800s is located 15 kilometres south of Lismore on Wyrallah Road; it is a peaceful place, next to a cemetery with views to Parrots Nest and Blue Knob.

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20000 Cows Vegetarian - Vegan Restaurant

fully embraces the agenda of Ašram, an ancient Sanskrit word proclaiming sanctuary for all beings.

If one sincerely proclaims Asram from the heart of their being, all experiences become data indicating what remains of their unfinished journey.

20000 Cows Vegetarian - Vegan Restaurant

North Lismore (02) 6622 2517 www.facebook.com/20000-cows162447393784400/

Lismore Organic Market

Lismore Showgrounds (near Alexander Pde entrance), Held each Tuesday, starting 7.30am, finishing around 11:00am, rain or shine. The market has been running since 1999, it is uniquely run by the market stallholders who hold their market meeting every first Tuesday of the month. Come and enjoy the atmosphere — this toddler/childfriendly market not only supplies you with the freshest vegetables you are likely to find anywhere (except from your own garden), you can also get growing tips as you do your shopping. We are committed to providing local organic produce, reducing our carbon footprint. Our stallholders have travelled an average of 20kms rather than at least 1000kms you would expect from most supermarket produce. www.facebook.com/LismoreOrganicMarket

The Memorial Baths not only provides a great place for families and the community to enjoy their leisure time, they also cater for the more serious swimmers.

Lismore Memorial Baths

State-of-the-art equipment includes an electronic timing system available for major swimming carnivals and a moveable boom for short-course events and multi-programming.

The Memorial Baths complex has the following features: heated outdoor pools, eight 50 metre lanes, four 25 metre lanes, toddlers' pool with beach entry, spacious men's and women's change rooms, four disabled change rooms, two family change rooms, a Cafe and Swimsations - quality swim school.

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Rotary Park

Rotary Park, located off Rotary Drive, just three kilometres from the City Centre, is a pocket of around 12 hectares of dry rainforest located on the edge of the plateau that supported the huge expanse of Big Scrub subtropical rainforest.

The park is adapted to seasonally dry conditions and features Hoop Pines and giant Moreton Bay Figs.

There are around 254 native plant species within the park, with several listed under the NSW Threatened Species Conservation Act.

This dry rainforest patch reinforces the value of conservation and regeneration.

Take a short walk through the park to appreciate this important and rare habitat on the fringe of the City Centre that has survived urbanisation.

South Lismore

A short walk or two minute drive from Lismore central business district, and has some wonderful old historic buildings and houses.

Explore Union Street where you will find a unique selection of shops including antiques, collectables, retro and designer fashion, as well a chemist, bakery, café, post office and the Lismore Garden Centre is a wonderful place to visit.

The Station Hotel and bottle shop is located at 2 Casino St, South Lismore.

Station Hotel in South Lismore Was built circa 1933.

LISMORE ART CLUB CELEBRATES 61ST ANNIVERSARY

Serpentine Gallery is a local artist’s initiative dedicated to showcasing the diverse artistic creations of local emerging artists. The gallery supports artists of all mediums and is dedicated to building a strong artist community in the Northern Rivers.

Lovely works at take home prices. Lismore Art Club meets monthly to share art skills. All welcome to join.

The gallery has approximately 180 artists on their register and supports all styles of art. The gallery has been operating since 2006 and has developed a reputation for displaying emerging artists who are still raw, who are not affected and are freely expressing themselves. 17a Bridge Street, Lismore. 0492 964 819 www.gallery@serpentinearts.org

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Parks and Gardens Things To Do East Lismore This is one of the new style botanic gardens, featuring local native plants almost exclusively and with very few manicured garden beds. Prunings, mulch and natural ground covers help to create and sustain this natural environment, resulting in a collection of beautiful healthy plants.

Only started in 2002 some areas of the Gardens are still being developed but already there are three separate sections of well-established rainforest and other specialised gardens. While geared to conservation, biodiversity, education and research, these Gardens are also a wonderful place for recreation, relaxation and play, with picnic areas and established walking paths, some of which are wheelchair accessible.

Guided Walks Sunday 31st October at the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens Two informative guided walks, both setting off at 9.30 am.

Choose either the Rainforest Regeneration walk (paved - slight incline) or the Useful Plants Walk (unpaved - slight inclines). BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL because of limited numbers. Email publicity@friendslrbg.com.au

Gate opens at 9am, meet at Visitor’s centre at 9.15 am. For the walks, wear sturdy shoes and a hat. You are welcome to stay to share morning tea with the volunteers. Gold coin donation appreciated. Covid- safe event.

If you would like to join the Friends and spend some time in the Gardens with us, please contact Ros on 0412317744. We have lots to do in spring to keep the gardens looking good. FLRBG is a non-profit group of volunteers working in conjunction with the Lismore City Council to establish, develop and maintain the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens. The Friends were officially formed in December 1998 but the dream of establishing a Botanic Garden in the Lismore area had been around since 1988. The Gardens opened officially in June 2013.

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Busara O'Reilly

Ghetto Babe Being a single mother of 4 children and running a busy cafe is hard enough, I didn’t want the menu to be over complicated. The food is simple, fresh and tasty everything that I love to eat!!

Ghetto Babe street Eats will be 4 years old in March 2022. I wanted to create my cafe around all my favourite dishes growing up eating and using only fresh local produce.

My mother was a restaurant cook, my grandmother was a street cook, and my great grandmother was a chef for the royal family in Thailand way back in the day.

I was never trained or even interested in cooking until I started a family about 20 years ago now. I’ve had also been in hospitality since the age of 12 and I have always loved the industry and I am passionate about food and being around people. I’ve never really wanted to do anything else. I started my career in Melbourne as a dishie at Wolfgang Puck south bank Melbourne in 1995. A few months later I wanted to be like the cool wait girls front of house because they got tips! I have worked my way up to food & beverage supervisor then eventually being picked up by Mecure Grand hotel and Accore Hotels to run their restaurants. I’ve also had a passion for amazing food and service so naturally, I would always pursue my dream of running my own business. We are extremely lucky to live in such a beautiful rich region with amazing produce. My dishes at Ghetto babe highlights all the freshness and goodness of our region.

The Lismore community has been overwhelmingly supportive in all my ventures and I will always continue to give all that I can to give my people my heart and soul to every dish!

Ghetto Babe

It’s Asian fusion street food, cooked from the heart and made with love. Funky little café hidden in the Star Court Arcade 0434 125 561 21 Star Court Arcade Lismore Ghetto BABE Street EATS

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RACING Every Tuesday

www.lismoregreyhounds.com.au

Great for farewells, reunions, birthdays, work functions, Xmas parties, stag or hens nights and sports clubs. Or simply surprise friends, say thank you or reward staff with their own race!

Gates open 2 hours before the 1st advertised race. Race meets run for approximately 3 hours Ladbrokes Park Lismore Greyhound Track has restaurant facilities serving hot meals and a fully licensed bar available for patrons on race days. Ladbrokes Park Lismore Greyhound Track is situated at 'Coleman's Point' on the bank of the Wilson River, has been a greyhound racing venue since the 1950's.

For $200, name your own Greyhound Race and we'll broadcast it around Australia on SKY Racing

Here is your chance to sponsor your own race which we will broadcast live around Australia!

With superb trackside facilities including bistro style dining, the upstairs viewing area gives a great overview of the track.

Includes trophy presentation to the Winner.

Upcoming feature event; Group 2 Lismore Workers Club Cup (October) 520M

Race name appears in Daily Telegraph, other interstate Newspapers, TAB Online, most Corporate Bookmaker websites, (such as Ladbrokes) and certain TAB fixed odd betting slips throughout NSW.

Admission Entry Adults $5.50 Concession $3.30 Children under 18 are admitted FREE (when accompanied by a responsible adult)

For $200, simply select your race date, create you own Race Name, download the booking form and email the completed form to Lismore@gbota.com.au

FUNDRAISING EVENTS Lismore Greyhounds is the perfect venue to fundraise for your Club, Association, Organisation, Charity or Cause. This is a great opportunity to raise much needed funds, and with a little planning, your Organisation has the potential to raise several thousands of dollars, as well as partner with local businesses to promote to the Community.

Lismore Greyhounds is dedicated to facilitating the not-for-profit community with the opportunity to raise funds through hosting fundraising race nights. We will help make the fundraising experience easier by providing your Organisation with guidance and support, so you can maximise your fundraising opportunities and put together a successful event at Lismore Greyhounds!

To find out more about hosting a fundraising event at Lismore Greyhounds, visit our website at www.lismoregreyhounds.com.au

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If you would like to book a fundraiser for your Club or Organisation, please contact our Club Manager John Zorzo on (02) 6621 4106.

OCTOBER What's On LISMORE

CUP

The Lismore Workers Cup is held on the 19th and 26th of October.

If you would like to book, please contact our Club Manager John Zorzo on (02) 6621 4106.

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$40k to the winner. Great racing great food and a great atmosphere.

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CRISIS PEN UPDATE

Getting closer every day, we are now up to the final stage.

Stay tuned over the coming weeks for more updates.

Next up - windows and caging! After years of waiting, wishing, planning and fundraising we have finally begun the construction on Tuesday (22/06/21) with the beginning of construction of our desperately needed crisis pens!

A big thank you goes out to Joel Jensen Construction for their massive help throughout this process and to our very generous donators that have made this all possible also; Richmond Sand & Gravel - Gava Bricklaying and Metroll Steel Building Products.

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shelter · Charitable organisation Where breaches of the Cruelty to

Our network of wonderful

Animals Act occur ARRG refers to

Veterinary Surgeons assist in

the local RSPCA Inspector or the

low cost desexing, which is

police and supports and assists

paramount to reduce the large

where possible.

numbers of unwanted pets

We are a NO KILL group, which does

currently being euthanised daily

restrict the number of animals we can

in pounds across Australia.

accept into care due to the number of carers at any given time.

We would like to establish a low-cost

desexing program to assist in the

Our Emergency Care Shelter will be

prevention of unwanted litters of

important in the growing number of animals that find themselves homeless

puppies and kittens.

with their owners, are victims of

We see a mobile desexing clinic as a

domestic violence or those needing care

necessity to assist rural people in

for an animal due to emergency health

desexing their animals.

problems of their owners.

Animal Rights & Rescue

Non-profit organisation · Animal

Animal Rights & Rescue Group

ARRG recognises the need to educate our young people about the responsibilities of owning and caring for

Curiosity opportunity shop

a family pet. We have participated in

education programs for schools to assist

Tuesdsay to Saturday

our young and hopefully give a brighter

Ph (02) 6622 1881 101 Union Street, South Lismore.

future for our pets.

We will continue to represent the pet as a valuable part of our community and family

and will fight to ensure they are not treated as disposable items.

Phone: (02) 6622 1881 Email: nonkill@animalrights.org.au Web: www.animalrights.org.au Address: 135 Three Chain Road, South Lismore.

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JINGI WALLA /// WELCOME

Arts Northern Rivers is calling out to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from, or who have a strong connection to, the Bundjalung region to join the upcoming Art on Bundjalung Market.

Expressions of interest to participate in the market are open until the 20th of October and welcome a mix of established and emerging artists and collectives employing traditional and contemporary materials including weaving, ceramics, carving, photography, painting and textiles.

The art market is returning to The Quad in Lismore on Saturday the 4th of December and will exhibit and celebrate the creative cultural heritage of the Bundjalung region.

The inaugural 2019 event provided a unique opportunity to purchase authentic Indigenous artwork and to meet the makers. Featuring over 30 artists, the free family day included live music and performances, cultural food stalls, creative workshops and more. Drawing large crowds, the included artists generated over $35,000 in sales.

Arts Northern Rivers is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation in our region. Regular updates will be posted online regarding any changes to the event.

Following on from the success of the inaugural Art On Bundjalung Market held in Lismore 2019, Arts Northern Rivers is proud to announce it will be working with Bundjalung artists, local councils and community partners to deliver two markets in 2021 & 2022. Celebrate the creative cultural heritage of the region at the upcoming Art On Bundjalung Markets held in Lismore and Kyogle.

ABOUT THE ART ON BUNDJALUNG PROJECT The project brought Aboriginal people together to connect socially, foster participation and cultural exchange, and build the capacity of emerging Aboriginal artists through various art forms.

Exploring and communicating personal and social values and giving voice to storylines and hidden issues through art and conversation was a focus of the project. Throughout all stages, art and its connection to culture and country was intrinsically linked, enhancing the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

Arts Northern Rivers partnered with North Coast Primary Health Network and Lismore Regional Gallery, supported by a steering committee, to deliver the project through to June 2019 culminating in the delivery of the first Bundjalung Art Market at The Quad, in Lismore.

www.artonbundjalung.com

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NEW MUSIC!

Triple M is once again rolling out its special Australian music month, Oztober. In 2021, the station said the initiative takes on increased significance as live gigs are still not possible across much of the country.

Hey everyone, we're a psych rock band made up of mostly high schoolaged students from around Lismore.

We have just released 'Place LP', a new album we've been writing/recording since July this year. It's all recorded and mixed at our home, very DIY!

As past of Oztober, all new rock songs added to Triple M’s rotation in October will be Australian. The station is also calling on listeners, as well as Aussie and international artists, to have their say on the best Australian songs of all time. This will culminate in The Great Australian Songbook, a compilation of the most iconic songs that have shaped Australia’s music history.

The Great Australian Songbook will be played out in full across the network on Friday, October 29.

Head of music at Triple M, Mickey Maher, said Oztober is an important event on the Triple M calendar to celebrate all things Australian music.

“We may not be able to put shows on for our listeners across the country, but building The Great Australian Songbook will provide a daily celebration on Triple M for the entire month,” he said.

“We will hear from Aussie legends like Jimmy Barnes, James Reyne, Chris Cheney from The Living End, along with international rockers like The Killers, and they’ll each weigh in as to whether Icehouse’s ‘Great Southern Land’ outranks Goanna’s ‘Solid Rock’, or if it’s ‘Khe Sanh’ over ‘Working Class Man’, for example.

Composed and written by Alako Myles and River Glass. Mixed and mastered by Alako Myles

Vocals: River Glass Drums: Alako Myles Guitar: River Glass Sitar: Alako Myles Bass: River Glass

“It’ll be an epic month for music lovers across the country.” Oztober kicks off this Friday, October 1.

Hoping to put out some hardware releases soon, but for the time being, you can listen on Bandcamp:

www.triplej.com.au

https://liminal-band.bandcamp.com/album/place-lp

or Spotify www.open.spotify.com/album/5nZmtUiXEe5x2kXzOJQdBn

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Lynn Santer

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her first story Lynn Santer sent her first story “The Magical Scarecrows” to a publisher when she was nine years old. The publisher, whose address she had enterprisingly found in her Winnie the Pooh book, wrote back encouraging little Lynn to write again when she was older because her style was good but the content wasn’t long enough – and they included a brand new Winnie the Pooh book for her.

Somewhat aghast that their daughter wanted to pursue such a frivolous career, Lynn’s mother and father told her she would be much better off studying to be a doctor, a lawyer, or an accountant. Dutifully, Lynn studied finance and law but along the way she won her first award for animal welfare when she was only 12 years old, earning all badges, in all categories of assistance, in the junior division of the PDSA (People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals) known as “The Busy Bees”. This was immediately followed with an award for “Outstanding Effort” as they had run out of categories to award her in. A few years later, she started The London Zoological Society in her high school, aiming to educate her fellow students about wildlife, their environment, and how to protect them in the wild.

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As she developed an international, high-powered, jetsetting career in the world of high finance that saw her consult to committees in London’s House of Commons, Ten Downing Street, and across the European Union, as well as launching her debut bestselling novel “Sins of Life”, Lynn never lost track of her love of wildlife nor her passion to protect them. And she never lost her passion for writing and her first novel was optioned by Scorpio Productions in Pinewood Studios (UK).

In 2007, with a successful writing career established and a few film/stage production awards under her belt, Lynn decided to give back to the world with innate gift she had attempted to launch at age nine. A children’s philanthropic range was born called, funnily enough, “The Magical Scarecrows”. This included “Kids who read succeed”, providing free books to Third World countries to help with the vital skill of literacy; the “Let’s Make Magic” days of celebrity variety entertainment for disabled and disadvantaged children; and “The Stars Read the Scarecrows”, celebrity readings of the stories as a commercial range to fund the philanthropic activities.

Through a series of happenstances, Lynn’s professional career morphed from one in high finance to movie production in Hollywood, along the way making lifelong friends of such people as Priscilla Presley, Tippi Hedren and Virginia McKenna OBE, star of the immortal classic “Born Free” and founder of The Born Free Foundation.

She was awarded honorary life membership of The AfriCat Foundation in Namibia and in 2001 she began a crusade with the then Chief Inspector of the Zimbabwe SPCA, Meryl Harrison, and ex-Special Forces commandos to uncover visual and documented evidence of ongoing, legal, brutal atrocities against the endangered big game by some of the most powerful people on earth.

The odyssey became a mission, which has become a crusade called “Land of the Free”. Today she is vowing to switch the species on the endangered list to the trophy hunter.

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Serpentine Gallery North Lismore

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Omid Memarian talks to Moroccan artist, Lalla Essaydi. In a 2012 interview, you said that your models “see themselves as part of a small feminist movement.” While “freedom” is one of your main concerns, and many of your works seem to reconstruct traditions, how does this contradictory formula have such a liberating result?

Moroccan artist, Lalla Essaydi. Photo courtesy of the artist. My work may seem to “reconstruct traditions,” but in fact I am trying to create a new understanding. The liberating result comes because in many ways, performance is an intrinsic element of my photographs, evident in the figures’ careful composition, in the physical act of writing and, more importantly, in the intensity of the sitters’ embodied presence that also renders them subjects rather than objects. Through writing, I lay bare personal thoughts, memory, and experiences that belong to me and the women featured as individuals within a broader narrative. Though my work speaks primarily in terms of Moroccan identity, visual identifiers such as the veil, harem, ornate ornamentation, and sumptuous color also resonate with other regions in the Muslim and Arabic worlds where the place of women has historically been marked by limited expression and constrained individuality. While my work evokes the region’s traditional aesthetics and social practices, I insert a dimension that complicates them: a personal narrative that takes form in the written word. In volumes upon volumes of text, these women voice critical reflections on and interrogations of memories, all captured within the space of my photographs. At the same time, I write about historical representations of Moroccan, Arabic, Muslim, and African women. To understand my work, then, one must examine long-standing preconceptions held by diverse peoples over time, as well as by myself.

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Lalla Essaydi, Harem Through the Orientalist lookingglass: An interview with Moroccan artist Lalla Essaydi WRITTEN BY OMID MEMARIAN www.globalvoices.org

Omid Memarian: Over the past two decades you have been creating striking artworks that conceptually challenge social structures and comment on power and authority. How did you find and develop this visual language?

Moroccan artist Lalla Essaydi, 64, is well known for her dazzling, multidimensional staged photographs, which in spite of their simplicity, masterfully capture and challenge the complexities of social structures, women's identities and cultural traditions.

Essaydi‘s artworks not only reinvent visual traditions; they also “invoke the western fascination with the odalisque, the veil, and, of course, the harem, as expressed in Orientalist painting.” “My work speaks primarily in terms of Moroccan identity, but visual identifiers such as the veil, harem, ornate ornamentation, and sumptuous color also resonate with other regions in the Muslim and Arabic worlds where the place of women has historically been marked by limited expression and constrained individuality,” Essaydi said in an interview with Global Voices. Raised in Morocco, Essaydi has lived in Saudi Arabia and France and is currently based in Boston. She has exhibited at the National Museum of African Art in Washington, D.C., the Art Institute of Chicago, the Fries Museum in the Netherlands, among others. Essaydi is a poet of architecture, the female body, and color. Where letters overwhelm her composition, the bold presence of women and the veiled apprehension in their eyes disrupt all equations of beauty.

Lalla Essaydi: My approach to art in general, and my relation to Islamic art in particular, is deeply rooted in my personal experience. As a Moroccanborn artist who has lived in New York, Boston, and Marrakesh and who travels frequently to the Arab world, I have become deeply aware of how the cultures of the “Orient” and “Occident” view one another. In particular, I have become increasingly aware of the impact of the Western gaze on Arab culture. Although Orientalism most often suggests a 19th-century European vision of the East, as a set of assumptions it lives on today: both in the gaze of the West and in the way Arab societies continue to internalize and respond to that gaze. In its early form, Orientalism was a literal “vision,” finding expression in the work of Western painters who traveled to the “exotic” East in search of cultures more colorful than their own, I have used it as a point of departure in much of my own work—in both painting and photography. The imagery I found in Orientalist painting has resonated with me in tricky ways and ultimately helped me situate my own experience in a powerful visual language. In my photography, I explore this space, whether mental or physical, and interrogate its role in gender identity-making, while engaging with centuries of cultural heritage and artistic practices. For instance, my images of women, embedded in Islamic architecture, recognize and represent an alternative to similar spaces, as imagined for women, in painting and photography, from within the Arab and Muslim worlds. My fusion of calligraphy (a sacred art traditionally reserved for men) and henna (an adornment worn and applied only by women) similarly reproduces artistic traditions and practices common in everyday life in Islamic cultures while transgressing gender roles and the boundaries between private and public spaces.

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artists' book, the spark for social or academic discussion, artistic artifact & a piece of art. “What book should I read next,” An interview with award-winning Bundjalung author and 2022 Stella Prize Chair of Judges, Melissa Lucashenko 2022 will be the first year that poetry collections are eligible for the prize. Who are some of your favourite poets, and do you have a particular poem or collection you often return to? What excites you about Chairing the 2022 Judging Panel and awarding the 10th Stella Prize winner? I’m interested in working with a bunch of really smart readers and critics and dissecting what women and non-binrary writers are doing at the moment. Liberal Western democracy is under great challenge – rightly so in some ways – and public intellectuals need to take that challenge very, very seriously. I am keen to see what Australian literature is doing in response to BLM, to the pandemic, to the war on women, and growing marginalising of and attacks on the poor. How is artistic discourse being shaped by these movements and how are writers talking back to the powerful? In an era where we have seen literal fascism take root in the US and Europe and arguably in parts of

Australian life, how are our writers imagining a future? What do you look for in a great book? I look for a unique take on life, a curious and intelligent eye. Flair with language, a sense of humour, and surprising insights into the human condition of us all as social and political creatures. I also look for courage, and for readability.

What impact has the Stella Prize had on you personally as both a writer and a reader?

I’m a huge fan of Natalie Harkin, Ali Cobby Eckermann and Joy Harjo. I’ve learned a great deal from Judith Wright, Ellen van Neerven, Gil Scott-Heron, Tony Birch, June Jordan and Romaine Moreton. But there are literally hundreds of poets I draw on.

What’s your favourite independent bookstore, and what do you love most about it? Avid Reader in Brisbane is my home away from home. I do some of my writing there and the Avid crew are just bloody legends. They give real meaning to the words ‘writing community.’

When you’re not writing or reading books, how do you spend your spare time? I walk in the bush, I do a little bit of rainforest regeneration north of Lismore. I’m trying to learn to cook better. I’ve just mastered stir fried gai lan and black bean chicken. Simple things like that, and trying to keep my nephews in line, because being out of line can easily be fatal for young Aboriginal males in Australia. Supporting younger writers and questioning capitalist ecocide. I’m also working on my fitness – I can now walk for two hours, which makes me very happy.

What are you working on currently?

What was the last book you read by an Australian woman or non-binary writer that you’d recommend?

I have been researching a novel of colonial Brisbane since 2019. I had the idea for this book twenty years ago. It’s the story of a young Yugambeh (Gold Coast) man who comes to Brisbane for ceremony in 1855, gets stuck in the township which is only fifteen years out of convictism. He falls in love, and the story is of he and his lover negotiating a world in massive flux, alongside the sympathetic early colonist Tom Petrie, who was part of the Aboriginal world then. Expect laughter, tears, and a very surprising picture of life in 19th century Queensland.

I’ve been reading a lot of historical material and mid-20th century fiction. Much of that writing is by Anglo men. Casting my mind back a couple of years I very much enjoyed Thea Astley’s A Kindness Cup. It’s a startling and difficult novel, technically difficult I mean, examining a historical massacre in central Queensland. Very sharp, extremely wellexecuted writing, and powerful stuff for a novel published in 1974.

CHAMPIONING, CELEBRATING, SUPPORTING. Stella champions the work of Australian women writers – cis, trans, and non-binary inclusive. Through a series of strategic initiatives, we strive to promote Australian women’s writing, support greater participation in the world of books, and create a more equitable and vibrant national culture. www.stella.org.au

As a writer it’s always encouraging to be short-or-longlisted for prizes. Overall Stella has helped me maintain focus on women’s voices in my work, which is not really a problem. I think just as importantly its helped me to continue valuing women’s and non-binary responses to my work over the predictable and sometimes silly response of what I’ll loosely term the cis white patriarchy, and its handmaidens.

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artists' book, the spark for social or academic discussion, artistic artifact & a piece of art. “What book should I read next,” Melissa Lucashenko is an acclaimed Aboriginal writer of Goorie and European heritage. Since 1997 Melissa has been widely published as an award-winning novelist, essayist and short story writer.

Her recent work has appeared in The Moth: Fifty True Stories, Meanjin, Griffith Review, and The Saturday Paper. PRAISE FOR TOO MUCH LIP “Both literary and pulp fiction, high culture and low. Lucashenko evokes a sense of deep recognition of this country’s language, landscape and place with her prose. Her writing is as varied as her characters for whom identity is never singular or simple. By turns elegantly descriptive and exquisitely affronting, Too Much Lip is a challenge and a delight.”

BOOKS AND PUBLISHING Too much lip, her old problem from way back. And the older she got, the harder it seemed to get to swallow her opinions. The avalanche of bullshit in the world would drown her if she let it; the least she could do was raise her voice in anger. Wise-cracking Kerry Salter has spent a lifetime avoiding two things – her hometown and prison. But now her Pop is dying and she’s an inch away from the lockup, so she heads south on a stolen Harley. Kerry plans to spend twenty-four hours, tops, over the border. She quickly discovers, though, that Bundjalung country has a funny way of grabbing on to people. Old family wounds open as the Salters fight to stop the development of their beloved river. And the unexpected arrival on the scene of a good-looking dugai fella intent on loving her up only adds more trouble – but then trouble is Kerry’s middle name.

Contact Alex Adsett Literary

Alex Adsett Literary is based on the southern Gold Coast on the lands of the Yugumbeh People. We respectfully acknowledge the Yugambeh People, and all the traditional owners of the lands on which we travel to, and pay respect to their elders past and present. www.alexadsett.com.au

Gritty and darkly hilarious, Too Much Lip offers redemption and forgiveness where none seems possible.

www.melissa-lucashenko.com

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artists' book, the spark for social or academic discussion, artistic artifact & a piece of art. “What book should I read next,” TARTAN TRAMPOLINE: BOOK TO BRING ‘SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE’ FROM THE HIGHLANDS Jennifer Baker teamed up with artist and illustrator Sarah Campbell to publish The Tartan Trampoline WHAT do Scotland’s cooped-up kids need as they settle down to the new school year? More tutoring, more homework – or more escapism and fantasy?

The need to recharge young imaginations after lockdown has prompted two mums on the Hebridean island of Lismore to produce a new children’s book series. The Tartan Trampoline features Manny, Effie and Tilly – a brother, sister and cousin who visit their grandmother there every summer holiday.

According to writer and former teacher Jennifer Baker: “If city children can’t actually come to our island and feel the release of life away from traffic and organised entertainment – and we really wish they could – then we can bring a spirit of adventure to them.”

The Trampoline series was the product of a stormy island night in 2016 when a new trampoline at the author’s home blew away, prompting a neighbour to jest that it was a shame some children weren’t hanging on – whisked away to some new adventure. “With three grandchildren of my own, that set the idea for a book which soon morphed into a series and when the pandemic struck, I decided to work on the stories for publication,” Baker added. She arrived on Lismore with her husband 18 years ago to set up a market garden and lavender farm beside their newly built home in the north of Lismore – 25 miles above Oban.

Baker brought in artist and illustrator Sarah Campbell, a mum of two and a designer in her own company, Mogwai Design, along with crofter/ publisher Helen Crossan, who lives across Loch Linnhe in Benderloch but whose family hail from Lismore. Crossan established Mòr Media more than 20 years ago and has produced children’s television programmes and online content – mostly in Gaelic – and four books by Lismore writers. “Since we already live and work ‘at the end of the line’, lockdown had little impact on our ability to get things done; like many islanders, adaptable Liosaich (Lismore folk), have been working co-operatively for years, hindered only by a slow broadband connection and the occasional power cut in winter.

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artists' book, the spark for social or academic discussion, artistic artifact & a piece of art. “What book should I read next,”

Tartan Trampoline: Book to bring ‘spirit of adventure’ from the Highlands

“Once restrictions eased, it was great to meet again in For its tiny size (pop 192) Lismore punches well above its weight. Jennifer’s garden for a cup of tea and socially distanced The local history society, (Comann Eachdraidh Lios Mòr) was proofread. Apart from that, it’s been business as usual. formed in 1994 by native, Gaelic-speaking islanders to protect Digital working practices, print on demand and shorter print and preserve the island’s particular strain of Gaelic language runs have all democratised publishing for smaller outfits. and culture.

So, the Tartan Trampoline can take off from Lismore and This led to the Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre (Ionad Naomh land anywhere in the world.”

Moluag) in 2007, named after the 6th-century Celtic Saint who According to Campbell: “Jennifer decided to make some built a monastery there. The Centre houses an accredited gallus, recognisably Scottish characters using vernacular museum, library, archive and shop – staffed entirely by island Scots words. The stories are so evocative in their character volunteers – plus an award-winning café and acts as one of the and landscape descriptions that forming ideas for venues for the biennial Taproot Book Festival, which is being illustrations and costumes was a delight and provided me planned for September 2022.

with many a much-needed quiet giggle. COMMUNITY archaeology has recently uncovered a well“Inspiration for the story landscapes was easy to find in the preserved burial from the 8th century, which might be St rich flora, fauna and vistas of Lismore. As a child, my sisters Moluag’s monastery, founded two centuries earlier. The threeand I would holiday here and adventure amongst the week dig happening now has been guided by a full geophysical blackthorn bushes, secret sea coves and island lochs. survey conducted in 2019 which revealed the boundary of the

current cemetery and some unexpected structures. I wanted to offer the magic of these escapes to children Baker said: “When I told people I was coming to live on Lismore caught up in Covid, through the story visuals. But the the reaction was largely – what will you do on an island? Well, we main motivation was to create an imaginary world that’s never stop. Neither do children, Maybe that’s why Lismore is an as free (and occasionally wild) as real island life for ideal fit.” children.”

Jennifer added: “As mothers who grew up in the central belt (Edinburgh and Glasgow), all three of us could imagine the experience of kids cooped up in city flats during lockdown for hours, days and weeks on end. It’s not easy for families to physically reach Lismore, so we decided to reach them with stories of adventure and crucially – time spent away from the constant oversight of adults.”

The books will be launched in the Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre on Wednesday, October 13, and there will be a Halloween event featuring characters in the stories at Lismore Primary School on Friday, October 29.

www.isleoflismore.com www.lismoregaelicheritagecentre.org

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Northern Star - Lismore, NSW. Tuesday 17 September 1946.

LISMORE IN THE EARLY DAYS Mr. O. Flick, of Murwillumbah, writes: I read in the "Northern Star" recently that Lismore was proclaimed a city. As I was born there 75 years ago, I wish to congratulate the old pioneers, the Mayor and aldermen and citizens, for their magnificent work in building such a fine city from so small a beginning. My father and mother arrived in Lismore from Grafton by bullock dray about 96 years ago. Lismore was then a cattle station, run by the late H. O. B. Wilson (William and Jane Wilson's Son). They killed cattle and boiled them down for tallow in two large iron pots near the site of the present gasworks.

My father selected a farm across the river from Coleman's Point, where he built his first homestead on the exact spot where the North Lismore Public School now stands. I am the third youngest of a family of nine, and all were born there. My father was in the timber trade and shippéd the timber to Sydney by sailing vessel. He was credited with working the largest. cedar tree on the Richmond, somewhere near Blakebrook. He cut the logs in eight-foot lengths and floated them down Terania Greek to Lismore. They floated on their ends, and there were about 30,000 feet of timber in the tree.

The town of Lismore started from the Church of England, down towards the river, and towards Coleman's Point. The main store was owned by the late Edmund Coleman, father of the late John Coleman, M.L.A. Lismore was then known as New Town.

I was christened and married In the Church of England. My birth was registered in Casino, then better-known The Falls, as there was no registry officer in Lismore. My first three years at school were sent at the Commercial School, run by Mr. Hnrman. of Coleman's Point. I finished my education at the public school, which was situated at the corner of Molesworth and Magellan Streets, opposite the Post Office. The teacher was Mr. G. H. Daniels. Brown's Hotel was situated on the right-hand side of the bridge, in Molesworth Street. I can remember the men playing skittles with large wooden bottles, and a round ball to knock them down.

The first racecourse was situated in Peate's paddock. North Lismore. The winning post was about where the railway bridge crosses the street, under some wild anole trees. About 400 yards after the horses started you could not see them again until they were about the same distance from home, as the paddock was all trees. There were no Bernboroughs among them, and there were no handicaps or weights. All were grass-fed. shoes were unknown, but the excitement was the same as today, and the best horse won.

I have given this little history of Lismore so that it may enlighten the large majority of people in the City as to what their wonderful City was. I was in Lismore about six months ago and I almost got lost. In my opinion, Lismore Is now the most modern, beautiful and prosperous city of its size in the Commonwealth today.

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Northern Star - Lismore, NSW. Wednesday 11 September 1946.

PLANS TO CELEBRATE CITY STATUS To suitably celebrate the proclamation of Lismore as a city, a dinner is to be given by the City Council at which Parliamentarians, representatives of local government bodies on the North Coast, former aldermen of the city, and pioneers will be invited. This was their first meeting, said the Mayor, since the town was proclaimed a city and they had every reason to congratulate themselves on the honour achieved. They all felt that Lismore was justly entitled to this honour. Not only was it a prosperous city today, but it gave every indication of having a great future. At the present time, Lismore was one of the most important country centres in the State. Its prosperity was evident in all phases of local activities.

The man on the land, the rural worker, who produced the wealth, made it possible for Lismore to become a city. The early pioneers laid the foundation of its future prosperity. They, must not forget the early pioneers in local government, the men of foresight and vision who knew I that Lismore was destined to become an important centre.

Ald. Munro said that today they were living in a city as the result of the efforts of the early pioneers. The descendants of many of those pioneers today we're fighting a battle with the elements on the land and were having a disastrous time. He had travelled considerably during the last fortnight and he had seen but little sign of verdure and the stock which were the backbone of the district were in a bad condition.

Aid. Walker said he was looking forward to seeing Lismore a bigger and more prosperous place than it was today. Its progress would continue and there were even more prosperous times ahead. The Town clerk said he was very pleased. indeed to be associated with the council particularly in the year that Lismore was declared a city.

As the person who had to prove the case for Lismore getting that status, he felt that this achievement could 'not have been accomplished without the efforts of the early pioneers. They had a lot of problems to solve in the next few years, but he was confident that Lismore would solve them.

Lismore had made phenomenal progress in his time, rising from 7,000 to 16,000 in population. During the weekend he had visited Mackay and was struck by the fact that they had established a port there, costing over £1 million. That was certainly an achievement for a population of 12,000. While Lismore had not one project like that in size, all the projects they had in front of them would probably cost about that amount. He hoped to see that work carried out during his future association with the council.

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Northern Star - Lismore, NSW. Thursday 21 November 1946.

CHAMBER CLAIMS LACK OF CO-OPERATION "One of Lismore's greatest evils seems to be a lack of co-operation between various public bodies, the council and others. It is a great pity. When an officer of the Commonwealth Bank was here a few months ago, he said what Lismore wanted was genuine cooperation between public men and public organisations." This criticism was' made by the President (Mr. Ray Granger) at Lismore and District Chamber of Commerce meeting. "I think what we need is a real spirit of co-operation," he said. "We should endeavour to see the other fellow's point of view. Many public men in Lismore have their own point of view and they are not prepared to consider the other fellow's. I think if we are to make Lismore the great city we hope it will be, it will only be by genuine co-operation.

"I do feel there is not a true spirit of cooperation. Many retail traders, and others, do not bother to come along to the Chamber until they have an axe to grind or they are seeking something. They don't really display a genuine interest in the welfare of the town or push it as good citizenship calls for. I hope we will turn the corner and receive that measure of cooperation that is necessary for the Chamber and other organisations to further the interests of Lismore."

The Treasurer (Mr. L. ,B. Allen) said he was pleased to hear that statement from the president as a full measure of cooperation and support was not evident amongst all their public bodies. A house divided must fall. If they were going to succeed as a city, they must have an united outlook.

The Secretary (Mr. E. A. Brander) said: No better evidence of the apathy of the business community generally in Lismore towards the common welfare could be found than in the fact that the Secretary of the Youth Welfare Advisory Committee (Mr. Jane) told them that he had only 30-per cent, response to a simple questionnaire which has been designed to serve the interests of the employing community.

"It is high time that some stand was taken. The Chamber is acting for and working for the interests of Lismore. If there is a section of the community who feel they could do the job better, there can be no more acceptable time than this for them to say so," he added.

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Northern Star - Lismore, NSW. Wednesday 6 November 1946.

COAT OF ARMS FOR LISMORE In keeping with its elevation to the status of a city, Lismore is to have a coat of arms. As it is an established fact that two prominent pioneers, the late Mr. and Mrs. William Wilson, of Monaltrie, named Lismore after the Island of Lismore in Loch Linnhe, Firth of Lome, Argyll, Scotland, the city is to have a coat of arms based on Scottish heraldry and with appropriate ancient symbols. The Town Clerk (Mr. L. Allan) was instructed by the City Council to make the necessary inquiries so that the coat of arms would be well chosen and perpetuate the historic association of Lismore with the ancient see of Lismore in Scotland.

He communicated with the recognised authority on Scottish heraldry, the Lord Lyon King of Arms, Edinburgh, who. in ms reply gave full particulars on the subject and enclosed a rough sketch of a suitable coat of arms for the city.

The sketch is that of a three compartmental shield. 'The first section shows an ancient galley of Lorne, the second an episcopal mitre in the midst of water, indicating the Island of Lismore, the seat of the historic episcopal see, and the third compartment relates to the meaning of the word Lismore, "The Great Garden". In the centre is a conventional cow's head, symbolical of the industry around Lismore The motto, "Qui Non-Froficit Deficit" ("Who does not prosper retrogrades") will be inscribed on the coat of arms in Gaelic.

At the meeting of the City Council, Mr. Allan was directed to proceed with the purchase of the Scottish coat of arms on the lines suggested by the expert. Saturday, January 29th, 2022 marks the 75th Anniversary.

The arms were granted on January 29, 1947. The origin of the naming of Lismore having been established, the City Council petitioned the Right Hon. The Lord Lyon, King of Arms of Edinburgh, Scotland, to grant a Coat of Arms based on Scottish heraldry and with appropriate ancient symbols.

Official Arms of the Lord Lyon King of Arms. The Lord Lyon is the chief herald of Scotland and presides over the Court of the Lord Lyon in Edinburgh. The first recorded appointment of the Lord Lyon occurred in 1318.

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Scottish Australian Heritage Council Ceud Mìle Fàilte (A Hundred Thousand Welcomes)

The Scottish Australian Heritage Council was founded in Sydney on 18 June 1981.

AUSTRALIAN PATRON The Right Honourable the Earl of Dunmore

MEMBERSHIPS WELCOMED

SCOTTISH PATRON The Right Honourable the Earl of Erroll The Lord High Constable of Scotland; Senior Great Officer of the Royal Household in Scotland

SCOTTISH WEEK PATRONS Sir Wayne Broun of Colstoun and Thornydykes Bt Mrs Rosemary Nicolson Samios of Delrachie OAM Mr Laurie Ferguson OAM

LACHLAN MACQUARIE PATRON Professor The Honourable Dame Marie Bashir AD CVO

Please join the SAHC or renew your membership. We value your continuing support for Scottish culture and heritage in Australia.

SCOTTISH AUSTRALIAN HERITAGE COUNCIL OBJECTIVES: To foster within the Commonwealth of Australia that heritage brought to Australia by Scottish immigrants.

To maintain within Australia the heritage of Scottish Australians including music, literature, culture, language and history.

To encourage the continued use and survival of Scots Gaelic.

To remind Australians of Scottish heritage of their heritage and to lift the perception of the Scottish heritage.

To promote and organise events which aid in the maintenance in Australia of Scottish music, literature, culture, language and history.

To support and to help other Scottish organisations with any of the same objectives.

To join in the celebration of Scottish festivals celebrated internationally including Tartan Day.

To promote liaison between groups and societies in Australia of Scottish Heritage, or which celebrate Scottish heritage.

To encourage, support and promote the genealogical and historical research and study of their Scottish ancestry by individuals, families, clans, and other Scottish societies.

To hold events to lift the recognition and public perception of Australians of Scottish heritage including, whenever possible, a week of the concentrated event, including Sydney Scottish Week.

To affiliate with such other organizations as the council may from time to time think relevant to the objects of the council including, without limiting the such affiliations for the future, the Celtic Council of Australia and the Ethnic Communities Council of New South Wales.

To promote assist or donate towards any research or other cause, which assists the objectives of Council or is otherwise for the welfare of Australians of Scottish heritage or descent or which otherwise promotes the public perception of Australians of Scottish heritage.

Find us on

To raise and disperse funds for the furtherance and attainment of these "objectives."

Tue 30 November: Visit our

website for news about St Andrew's Day celebrations and CONTACT Kirkin' o' the Tartan services Info@scottishaustralianheritagecouncil.com.au

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Every Year on Fri 31 December 2021 Celebrates "Hogmanay"

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Famous Artist to Visit Lismore

Famous marine artist, Mr. Arthur J. W. Burgess, has left England for an Australian visit, which will include Grafton and Lismore. The oil painting "Britain's Heritage" in Lismore City Council Chambers was painted by Mr. Burgess.

Northern Star - Lismore, NSW. Tuesday 29 July 1952.

Advice of the visit has been received in a letter to Mr. N. C. Hewitt, of Tweed Heads. Mr. and Mrs. Burgess will leave Liverpool on August 16. Business will keep Mr. Burgess in Tasmania until January.

Mr. Burgess, who is now England's leading marine artist of international fame, was born at Burrowa, N.S.W., and educated at Grafton and Armidale. His father, the late Mr. J. O. Burgess, a former naval surveyor and later Surveyor-General, of Vaucluse, Sydney, was district surveyor at Grafton in the 'eighties, and at Lismore in the 'nineties of last century.

His paintings of the Nimbin Rocks, Mount Warning, Cape Byron and other scenic gems are to be found in Sydney art circles.

The Tweed River

His son, Arthur, also is an architect by profession, inherited his However, his most famous picture, the arrival of the First father's great genius, and carried all before him in the leading Australian Navy inside Sydney Heads, with the first Australia Australian exhibitions before going to England in 1899 or 1900, battleship leading the way, is hanging inside Federal and climbing to the top. Parliament House, Canberra, side by side with Tom Roberts For over 40 years he has been an official war artist to the masterpiece, the opening of the first Federal Parliament by British Admiralty and Cammell, Laird & Co., England's leading the late Duke of York. naval shipbuilders. He was sent by special warship to paint the In Lismore, Mr. Burgess is represented by "Britain's scuttling of the German fleet at Scapa Flow, in the North Sea, Heritage," a £300 or more picture presented to the city also the sinking: of the German cruiser raider, Emden, which by a London woman, Mrs. MacNaughton, who desired to met her doom by the "Sydney" off Cocos Islands. give practical expression to her appreciation of the During both world wars, he was one of the privileged or trusted gallantry of Australian sons in both wars. She left to the few who had a free run of the naval dockyards. His work is also aitist the choice of the city to be the j recipient of her to be found in the great American art galleries. bounty.

In Australia, more of his works are to be found in Melbourne Mr. Burgess chose Lismore as the Australian town in which and Adelaide galleries than in Sydney. he had resided the greatest number of years, and where his parents had been so happy. "Britain's Heritage," This will be the first return visit of a world celebrity who Oil canvas 48in. by 36in. and was exhibited at the Society of Marine Artists' Exhibition at the Guild regards himself as the product of the North Coast, where Hall Art Gallery, London, in 1947. most of his Australian scenes were painted.

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The oil painting "Britain's Heritage", by famous marine artist Arthur J. W. Burgess, was hung on a wall of the reading room at the Lismore City Council Public Library by the Mayor of Lismore (Ald. R. E. Churchward), right, and the Deputy Town Clerk (Mr. A. J. Townley).

Northern Star - Lismore, NSW. Thursday 4 August 1949.

The offer of the painting as a gift to Lismore by Mrs. G. W. F. MacNaughton, of London, was first reported in March. It was shipped from London on the "Port, Alma" on October 14 last year and was delayed for some months while its duty-free clearance was effected through the Customs Department. The inscribed plate on the picture states "Presented to the City of Lismore, New South Wales, by Mrs G. W. P. Macnaughton, London, as a mark of esteem to the people of Australia for their loyal support and sympathy to the Old Country in times of need. Painted: by Arthur J. W. Burgess, formerly a resident of Lismore. In making the presentation of the oil painting, which measures four feet by three feet, Mrs. MacNaughton stated in her first letter that "Lismore had been chosen for the gift because Mr. Burgess had formerly lived in the centre. Mr. Burgess, in a recent letter to the Town Clerk (Mr. L. Allan) said he had first visited Lismore about 1888 and again when his people moved there from Grafton. He said had received a book of Lismore's views and had been surprised to see the development of the city. "I can only locate a few familiar spots —by the river and the Recreation Ground. I have paddled my canoe right over the cricket ground fences across the Ballina Road" writes Mr. Burgess.

Arthur James Wetherall Burgess Australian Artist, 1879–1957

MEMORIES OF LISMORE I then thought it good fun to paddle my canoe from Postman's Ridge (now Base Hospital Hill) over fences, getting a shot at a few wild ducks on the Rec., and land up in your back yard on Brown's Creek Both father and son painted much of the scenery where the Big Scrub existed in all its virgin beauty. Several paintings by Mr. J. O. Burgess, notably of the curiously formed Nimbin Rocks, brought good prices when sold at Lawson and Little's rooms, Sydney, on his death at Vaucluse. Mr. J. O. Burgess was subsequently district surveyor of Glen Innes (at Lismore Mrs. Burgess was foremost in works of charity) and then at head office.

From London to Lismore is a far cry, yet one now-famous artist whose works sell up to four figured always inquires about district people and the scenes of his youth. He cannot visualise Eastwood and Goonellabah (in whose once dense scrubs he shot pigeons and catbirds and trapped paddymelons) as suburbs of Lismore serviced by water, electricity and the motor bus.

I then thought it good fun to paddle my canoe from Postman's Ridge (now Base Hospital Hill) over fences, getting a shot at a few wild ducks on the Rec., and land up in your back yard on Brown's Creek

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Lieutenant Edward Albert Douglas Watson (1920-1972) Known as Douglas Watson

Northern Star - Lismore, NSW. Tuesday 27 October 1953.

One of the youngest official war artists of the Second World War Born in Sydney on 13 June 1920, died in Sydney in 1972. Studied at the East Sydney Technical College and on graduating in 1940, was awarded a state scholarship to study overseas, but because of the war he was not able to leave Australia. In 1941, at the age of 21, Watson applied to become an official war artist. He had spent six months travelling around Western Australia, sketching in the hope of getting work as a war artist, and he had written to the Commonwealth Art Advisory Committee to express his interest. Enlisted in July 1942. He was assigned to 4 Camouflage Training Unit, then transferred to the Military History Section in August 1943. He became an official war artist with the rank of lieutenant in November 1943 and was sent to Townsville to begin his commission. On the way, he stopped in Sydney to document the activities at the Sydney Graving Dock. Watson's commission spanned the last two years of the war and most of 1946. He covered military activities throughout Australia, New Guinea and Borneo. After the war, Watson travelled extensively, studied in Europe and the United Kingdom, and exhibited at the Royal Academy in London and with the Contemporary Art Society in Sydney. Watson was the youngest artist to be awarded the Wynne Prize, which he won in 1942, and again in 1945.

Works Represented Art Gallery of NSW National Gallery of Australia Art Gallery of Victoria Queensland Art Gallery Private collections in Australia and Overseas

LISMORE ART EXHIBITION

Inspecting a painting of the Bishop of Lismore, Most Rev. P. J. Farrelly, at the Lismore Art Exhibition last night, was the Judge, Mr. Arthur Murch, of Sydney, and the Mayor of Lismore, Ald. R. Granger, who opened the exhibition. Below is the winning oil painting, Douglas Watson's "Square, Dieppe, France."

We acknowledge the Gadigal of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the Country on which the Art Gallery of NSW stands.

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Northern Star - Lismore NSW. Wednesday 18 October 1944.

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Australian Town and Country Journal - Sydney NSW.. Wednesday 3 May 1916.

Around Lismore and District

Lismore is the centre of one of the largest and richest districts In the North Coastal region of New South Wales. It is a hub of business energy and activity. A comparatively a few years ago It was a village of slab huts; now it is a modernly designed and modernly-equipped city. And still, It Is in its babyhood; someday it will quadruple its present dimensions, will correspondingly expand In commercial capacity, and will be a great hive of industry.

PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND CHURCHES The business buildings are commodious, substantial, and ornate,

and manifest complete confidence on the part of the owners in ESTABLISHMENT OF MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT the stability and development of the town. The churches, too, are Tho municipality, which was established in the year 1879, embraces splendid structures, which command genuine admiration. an area of 14,060 acres; at the time of incorporation the population was represented by 1000 souls, and the revenue for the year totalled In this connection, it is clear that the residents of the district £596. Last year the revenue was £25,000, the unimproved capital decided that their sacred edifices should adorn and he a credit to value of the land was £611,123, the improved capital value was the city. The principal churches are St. Carthage's Roman Catholic £1,130,642, the assessed annual value was £95.961, and the Cathedral, which was erected at a cost of £40,000; St. Andrew's Anglican; St. Paul's Presbyterian; and the Methodist. population was 8000.

Until the year 1895, the cultivation of cane absorbed the attention of the farmers of the district, but since that time dairying operations have been advancing so much in popularity that the sugar industry is being rapidly elbowed out of the field. It is to dairying that the district owes its wonderful development. The municipal authorities merit many commendations for the manner In which they have equipped the city. The thoroughfares are wellformed and well maintained, an excellent system of street-.and private lighting has been installed, there is a splendid reticulated water supply, for drinking, washing, and all domestic purposes. In addition, the municipal council has established stock sale yards, which have already proved a great boon, and a very remunerative undertaking. The work was completed in the year 1906, at a cost of £1400. The return has been so consistent that the capital debt has been entirely extinguished, and a steady revenue is being netted.

SITUATION OF LISMORE Lismore is situated on the north arm of the Richmond River, at a distance by water of 65 miles, and by road of 20 miles, from the sea. It is the head of navigation and is regularly served by ocean steamers. The town is also connected with the Clarence, on the south, and the Tweed, ou the north, by the main trunk railway. This line has proved of great value and convenience to citizens visiting the metropolis, as it enables them to proceed via Byron Bay. The town is equipped with a large Dennis motor fire engine and all necessary fire-fighting equipment, which is housed In a large modern station in a central position.

Although the municipal council is a progressive body, and Alderman McKenzie Is the Mayor, the town also has the advantage of a Chamber of Commerce, composed of the leading commercial representatives of the district. These respective bodies work in harmony, and give their experienced services unstintingly for the Last year 1025 head of horses, 22,979 head of cattle, and 17,171 pigs welfare of the town and of the district. passed through the yards. In the year 1914, the council decided to Northern Star purchase a complete modern road-making plant, at a cost of £1600.

The outcome is that tarred macadam Is now being laid, with the most satisfactory results. The work already performed in this direction is an object-lesson, which might with many advantages be taken to heart by a number of other country municipalities. The council is also displaying energy and taste in beautifying a number of areas on the river bank, converting them into small ornamental parks.

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Lismore NSW.. Wednesday 18 October 1944.

Woodlark Street (Northside), 1833 showing J.P. Walker's Pharmacy and W. Locke's Blacksmith shop.

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Australian Town and Country Journal - Sydney NSW.. Wednesday 3 May 1916.

General View of Lismore

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Woodlark Street, Lismore EDUCATIONAL SIDE In the year 1864, the first public school was opened in a small slab building in what is now the town of Lismore, Mr. Rankin was the teacher, and there were only a few pupils, some of whom were compelled to travel on bridle tracks through miles of scrub in order to get their lessons.

Bridge Over the Wilson's River South African War Memorial

Lismore Public School

The school was opened with an enrolment of 47 pupils and an average attendance of 40. Mr. W. H. Rankin was the first teacher.

Children in the Lismore District School

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Northern Star - Lismore NSW.. Wednesday 23 September 1903.

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Nursing staff Lismore District Hospital. The group shows, reading from left to right — Seated: Nurses I. Piddington, L. Peterie, E. Gillhespy (matron), H. Higman, and H. M'Donagh. Standing: Nurses B. Higman, E. Chave, E. Fox, C. Fox, J. Hodge, and M. Davis.

Committee of Lismore District Hospital Those in the group are, reading left to right — Seated: Messrs. K. Wotherspoon, W. Lockett, N. Sidney (vice-president), W. J. L. M'Caughey (president), PI. Beeching (vicepresident), E. Brownell, and J. I. Smith. Standing: Messrs. J. J. Scotchmer, G. E. Minns, W. Riley, C. E. Taylor (secretary), J. Loudon, W. H. Englert, and S. J. Fourro (treasurer) Pictured Below

Committee of the Lismore Chamber of Commerce. The picture above comprises the following, reading from left to right: — Sitting: Messrs. Joseph Quilty (Vice President), S. Clark (President), A. P. Thomson (Hon. Treasurer), and J. B. Kelly (past President). Standing: Messrs. W. I. Lane, G. W. Ord, J. J. Scotchmer, and'G.F. W. Reay.

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Perhaps in no other avenue is the hospitality and good fellowship of the citizens shown more fully than on the local bowling green. There it is that the visitor to Lismore is made to feel that he is not regarded as an unwelcome stranger.

Some members of Lismore Bowling Club. The photograph shows, reading from Each member vies with each other member in extending courteous left to right — Front row: Messrs. A. IT. Cook, W. Tickle, A. F. Dunn, C. A. James, and J. G. Hicks. Second row: G. Latcham, G. W. Ord (lion, secretary), A. R. Knowles attention to any newcomer, and it is on the rinks that one most (president), S. Clark (past president), F. Wicks, and S. M'Lean (past president). Back speedily realises the breadth of mind and generosity of the men row: Messrs. W. Lockett, E. W. Brierly, D. Cameron, W. T. Watson, Thorn as King, who are doing so much for their centre. and J. A. Barrie.

Altogether, the club comprises a membership of 70, and each member is an enthusiast, and, as a corollary, a most desirable citizen. The oldest of the players is Mr. James Barrie, a gentleman who probably has been more closely identified with the progress of the district than any other person on the Richmond.

Although having attained the great age of 83 years, he is as keen and active on the rinks as any of the younger members, and, moreover, he Is one of the most expert players in the northern district. The club has a standing challenge that Mr. Barrle will meet in the single competition any other player of his years in the Commonwealth.

The bowling green Is pleasantly situated in the vicinity of the hospital, but it is placed at rather too great a distance, for the purpose of regular play, from the centre of the town, and the club has, therefore, decided to establish a second ground.

For this purpose, an area on the river hank, almost adjoining the Municipal Council Chambers, has been secured and is being prepared. Thus, within a very short period of time, two greens will be available, and greater facilities will be afforded visiting teams trying the mettle of the local bowlers.

RACING AT LISMORE

Now that the train service is good from Lismore to Grafton, it places the sports of the town and river on a much more favorable footing than formerly. Last season the Lismore Turf Club held three race meetings, and the Lismore Licensed Victuallers' Jockey Club held a couple.

LISMORE MUSICAL FESTIVAL The Lismore Musical Festival Society has done much to advertise the Richmond River's first musical festival and was held in a huge marquee on the Lismore recreation ground in September 1908.

Since then It has been an annual function, and it can fairly claim to have revolutionised the musical life of the whole North Coast. It has steadily developed Into one of the finest competitive musical festivals in Australia.

'It's success is entirely due to the stamp of men who have managed it from the beginning. They have been men of courage, enthusiasm, and honour. And the public has always supported their unselfish efforts to raise the standard of art and music, in the district.

As adjudicators, they have always had men of the highest, integrity and musical talent, such as Mr. H. R. Maclean, Mr. William Asprey, of Sydney, Mr. H. J. King, of Brisbane, Professor Ives, and Mr. Fritz Hart, of Melbourne. Many prominent artists have been produced by the society.

The principal meeting was held in August when the racing was very good. In the past, some of the most noted men and horses of their day were connected with racing on the Richmond. Mr. F. H. O. Bundock, Messrs. Barnes and Smith, Mr. W. J, Hawthorn, and Mr. J. D. O'Kelly were all good racing men.

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Telegraph, Brisbane, Qld. Tuesday 18 December 1945.

RECIPE COMPETITION Caramel Pudding Caramel puddings are always a tasty dessert. Miss D. White, Bridge Street, North Lismore, wins "The Telegraph" competition prize today for submitting a recipe for one which can be made without using sugar.

Take 2 breakfast cups of milk and two tablespoons of golden syrup. Place In a saucepan and stir over fire till the syrup Is well dissolved. Pour Into a pie dish and stand in a dish of cold water, baking as a custard. Serve cold with stewed fruit.

Telegraph, Brisbane, Qld. Wednesday 20 February 1946.

RECIPE COMPETITION Seasoned Pumpkin Seasoned pumpkin, an appetising savoury by Mrs. F. white, 23 Bridge Street, Lismore, N.S.W., wins " The Telegraph " recipe competition today.

From the top of a small unpeeled pumpkin cut a thick slice and take out the seeds. Cut finely lib. steak and put It through a mincer. Add to it salt and pepper and mixed splcc to taste, one teaspoon mixed herbs, one onion, half-cup breadcrumbs.

Mix well, fill pumpkin, replace top and tie It down. Bake in moderate oven about two hours and serve with brown gravy and mashed potatoes.

Telegraph, Brisbane, Qld. Saturday 6 October 1945.

RECIPE COMPETITION Baked Apples Miss S. White. 23 Bridge Street, Lismore, wins "The Telegraph" competition today with a recipe for making a baked apple dish. This 1s io be served with custard.

Core 6 apples, cream 1 tablespoon butter, and 1 cup brown sugar together. Add tablespoon flour. 1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon, mix -well. Fill apples with mixture, place In a baking dish, baste with a little sugar stirred Into a little hot water. Bake until apples are soft. There will be rich thick sauce around fruit when done.

Telegraph, Brisbane, Qld. Monday 3 December 1945.

RECIPE COMPETITION Passionfruit Butter As many people grow their own passionfruit What a perfect way to use them and make passionfruit butter, suggested by Mrs E. Seaman, of 23 Ridge Street, Lismore, which wins 'The Telegraph" recipe competition prize today, should be welcome.

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One tablespoon butter, 1 cup of sugar, 2 eggs. Beat these together to a cream. Add six good-sized passionfruit. Put into a double saucepan and boil until It thickens.

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Method Place butter, sugar, juices, zest and passionfruit in a stainless steel bowl over a double boiler of simmering water on medium-low heat and stir until melted.

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Ingredients 80g unsalted Westgold butter 120g sugar In a separate bowl beat 2 eggs. Whisk into the stainless 2-3 passionfruit steel bowl the beaten eggs and yolk and stir continuously 1 lemon, zest and juice over a gentle heat until smooth and thick. 1 orange, zest and juice Pour into a sterilised jar and store in the fridge (curd can 2 beaten eggs be sieved to remove some or all the seeds). 1 egg yolk Tip: Best served chilled in the fridge for at least one hour.

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PATRON PERFECTIONIST AUSTRALIA WINNING COCKTAIL

Ingredients: 3 x 50 cent size pieces of fresh Kiwifruit 30ml Patrón Silver 10ml Fino Sherry 20ml Fresh pressed Lime Juice 20ml Freshly juiced Celery 15ml Simple Syrup 1:1

Directions: Add all ingredients to a shaker tin Shake/Fine Strain To finish: 3-5 drops of Vanilla EVOO

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Paulson's Commercial Hotel in 1877. View taken from where the monument stood.

Woodlark Street (South Side), 1878.

Police Barracks 1877.

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Molesworth Street (Eastern Side) between Woodlark and Magellan Street.

Molesworth Street (WesternSide) between Woodlark and Magellan Street.

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A yarn with Dr. Michelle Evans, co-founder of Indigenous Business Month

What Goals do we need to achieve at COP26?

Lismore NSW Elevated to the Status of City

Bundjalung Boxer Clay Waterman