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free l JuLY 2013 No.171 l Celebrating the Life and Times of the local Community
Singin’ in the rain We’re laughing at clouds. And bringing you all the news from the area, with tips for eating well over winter and activities to get you raring to go. What a glorious feeling.
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This month, as well as forecasting chilly weather and log fires, we have for your reading pleasure, updates on the weir restoration (getting excited about that!) and the tourism initiative. Our clubs and societies are planning their AGMs and the Bowlo has more great musical events lined up. Health hints include horse vaccinations, smelly fungi and winter food, the latter the first in a series of seasonal ‘food as medicine’. The big community hap-
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pening for the month of July has to be the Lions Curry Night, always a winner, and can I mention winter food again? We also have a double whammy on St Kevin’s Church, showcasing the hall and the priest. Being winter, reading by the fire etc, Carolyn has two book reviews for you this month. And lots more. Thanks as always to the team and the community contributors for helping us make it all happen. Di Martin
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Sophie relocated from the Gold Coast to Bangalow at the beginning of the year. For this self-confessed nature ‘nerd’, moving to such a naturally beautiful area and discovering the warmth of a smaller community has been a pure delight. Spending over ten years in the tourism industry Sophie has been fortunate enough to take on roles as varied as marketing, working as a presenter and even wrestling crocodiles! It was time for a change however and recently she returned to university to commence a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) with which she hopes to combine a love of writing and presenting with her natural www.heartbeat.net.au curiosity.
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Don Brown Journalist Don and Pat arrived in Bangalow in October 2011 leaving their home on the Northern Beaches of Sydney to be close to their son in McLeod’s Shoot. The loss of their old network of fifty years meant urgent action to build a new network. Don joined the Writers Club and jumped at the chance to work for Heartbeat, for which he writes a monthly article. He published a collection of short stories in 2011 and is currently working on a novel. Pat volunteers at the museum and takes classes in Tai chi and Pilates. Shopping in town now takes longer because of gossip stops. Since their daughter moved to Federal the whole family is pleased to call the Northern Editorial Team: Judy Baker, Marika Bryant, Tony Hart, Lyn Rivers home.
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Putting Bangalow (sort of) on the map Launched on 30 May at Byron Bay Farmer’s Market – a local attraction that, like its Saturday morning counterpart in Bangalow, does not merit inclusion in its ‘foodie trail’ category – the Byron Trails Map is a key part of ViA (Visitor Industry Association) Byron’s strategy to get visitors exploring the shire’s hinterland (see Heartbeat April). According to Byron Shire Mayor Simon Richardson, the glossy production is “the only map of its kind to provide an ‘at a glance’ look at the whole Byron Shire and was created to provide information on all the great things in our Shire so visitors will explore further and stay longer.” The problem, according to many who have viewed it, is that a glance at Bangalow suggests shops like Heath’s Old Wares and Lazybones, both on ‘the retro trail’, and Windhorse Gallery, on ‘the arts trail’, are not in the village proper but out of town. Of course, that’s the challenge of a ‘hard copy’ product, unlike, say, a Google map where pins can be placed on top of each other, leaving it up to the visitor to access what they want. In which case, one could view the map online before driving around, not only
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planning an itinerary but checking out market times and film screenings, and seeing what sort of goods, specials of the week, foods and so on that various businesses are offering. Well no, because the map is not online, at least in the interactive sense, and who really needs an e-version of a 42 cm x 60 cm map? This is a particular shortcoming for certain attractions, including the ‘top 12 events’, such as our Sample Food Festival, or even Bluesfest and the Writers Festival, for which months are given, but no dates, or websites. The Mayor’s breathless description said, “The map showcases the artistic and alternate character of the Shire. It features places of interest using iconic illustrations that are overlaid on a funky hand painted map. “It’s the first time in many years that Council has undertaken a co-operative promotion that supports tourism businesses
in the Shire. To have a functional visitor map with artistic flair is a great start and it’s desperately needed.” Like any map, it does show towns and villages, connecting roads and various highlights. It is a start, and is certainly artistic, but functionality has to be questioned, especially if you’re from the visitor target market. Some 100,000 copies of the Council initiated project have been printed at a cost of $20,000. Council paid $9,000 for the artwork, with other funding coming from businesses that received ad space or listings, and the remainder from ViA Byron under the NSW Government’s Destination NSW Regional Partnership Program. The free map is available locally at visitor centres, some businesses, and accommodation operators and venues. Robin Osborne
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Planning to restore our weir Last month we reported that Christopher Taylor, a Bangalow civil engineer, had offered to prepare design drawings for a restoration of the Bangalow Weir to the 0.9m level, or about the level of the concrete floor of the kids’ pool. A gradual slope into the water will be added, and the whole structure will be made safe. This is a summary of his concept design, being presented to the Byron Shire Mayor and Planning Staff by the Bangalow Weir Group. Their reaction will be reported in an upcoming edition of Heartbeat: The existing concrete weir would be retained in its current state as a central feature of the new weir. It would be secured in position using ground anchor bolts, drilled 6m into the ground, and tensioned to lock the concrete structure in position. This would protect the original wall against further failure during flood events. A new weir would be constructed from rock and would be sloped against the upstream and downstream faces of the
existing weir. The broken section of the weir on the western side would be used to create a new spillway and concentrated flow path to allow for fish passage, whilst retaining the historical nature of the original weir. If all goes well, the works would be conducted during the driest part of the year, October – November. A temporary sandbag wall and pump-around would be established to lower the water level during the works operations. Rock would be placed against the existing concrete slab to provide a smooth transition into the weir. Among other ancillary work, the existing handrail and steps would be removed. Debris and sediment would be removed from the weir and the level of the bed lifted. A fish passage would be constructed from concrete and would have resting pools constructed with rock to enable fish movements upstream. On another positive note, the current cost forecast for the repair works is considerably
less than the previously estimated ‘weir removal option’. Work would take a matter of weeks to complete, once all ‘red tape’ has been completed. This scope of works has been designed around the option overwhelmingly preferred by the community: that is the restoration of the weir to the 0.9m level. This option addresses most of the cultural, historical and ‘swimability’ issues of concern to respondents in the recent survey. Christopher Taylor’s work has boosted the likelihood of action being taken sooner rather than later, and providing Council can find funds, the project has now moved from being a pipedream to something that is achievable this year. The tradition of locals making their time and talents available for the betterment of the community lives on, and as has been said many times before, our best efforts are realised when the work of our forebears is remembered and respected. Bangalow Weir Group
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Status Quo at the Bowlo Board The Annual General Meeting of the Bangalow Bowling and Sports Club was held at the Bowlo last month. The directors reported on the results for calendar year 2012, a year described by chairman Tony Hart as “the most difficult in the club’s history”. It is indeed history that in February 2012 insolvency forced the club to close its doors. Bangalow’s community spirit came rapidly to the fore and raised $173,000 in a short period of time to repay creditors ($80,000) and the fees of the voluntary administrator ($74,636). Since the club reopened on 13 April 2012 it has faced difficult trading conditions and unexpected expenses, some emanating from before the voluntary administration. The financial result for 2012 was seriously affected by the costs of the voluntary administration,
the need to clear all outstanding debts as at the closure, the loss of three month’s trading and the re-establishment costs on reopening, particularly the need to employ extra staff to get marketing and communication procedures up and running. Overall, the club had an approximate trading loss of $151,000 in 2012; this result would have been worse had the Board not sold a proportion of its poker machine licences. After Christmas, the board appointed a new bar manager, Luke Wilson, who has since been promoted to secretary manager. His dedication, professionalism and character has had positive impacts on club trading and its entertainment program. The club is focused on establishing regular entertainment in its auditorium and has already had top class
acts performing. At the AGM the previous board (bar one member) offered itself for re-nomination and was elected unopposed. So the plans put in place early this year continue. These include an expression of interest for redevelopment of the club’s unused land, proposals for which are due for assessment this month. Members of the board are chair Tony Hart, deputy chair Jeffrey Nolan, treasurer Gerry Swain, and Atosha Clancy, Ian Pimblett, Tony Hutchinson, Ben Crouch and Eric Bridgeman. Aileen Cole is a great volunteer and every month takes board minutes. Secretary manager, Luke Wilson is currently unable to work due to serious back pain; Tony, Gerry and Ian are acting as a temporary management until he returns. And Danniela Bradbury is welcomed as the new bar manager. Tony Hart
Bangalow Landcare Goes To Facebook Well it had to happen eventually, we can now be found on Facebook. The page was created as a way for updates on our work and notice of working bees to try and reach more people in our community. Other news on our environment will also appear here such as updates on the weir and wetland projects. If you are a FB user please have a look and hopefully ‘like’ us so our little snippets come through in your news feeds. Thank you for the support of the new patrons, much appreciated, a full list in next month’s issue as we like everybody to know who our environment heroes are! We run a major working bee on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Each month we will begin in a different site and continue with follow-up as there is always more to do than can be done in one session.
May saw the work centred on clearing the weeds and planting the stretch of Byron Creek behind Vitality Vetcare. Happily this adds to the already planted section along the opposite bank from the Bangalow Pool Park (Stage 2) extending the area of creek bank that needed stabilisation. In June we started going back through Stage 2 to remove recurring weeds. Young camphor and privet will always come in with birds, Balloon vine and Wandering Jew are constant but are decreasing with management. Creek banks are always difficult to establish and this one was not easy. Frost was the main adversary here followed by flood but we have prevailed and with trees reaching canopy closure and starting to self seed it is looking great and is working as it should. Follow-up work on Saturdays in
June included weeding and planting to fill in gaps with mature phase trees. On 13 July we will be commencing work along Paddy’s Creek. The council regen team has been maintaining the work they did here but the upper banks were never touched. Weeds are seeding and spreading into the maintained area so work will be mostly removing the weeds in the upper area. Meet in Burrawan Place, bring gloves, mattocks and any weed removal gear you may have. Wear sturdy boots, long pants and sleeves. Working bees held every Saturday (weather permitting) from 8.30am for about 2 hours. Everybody is welcome to join us even if you only have half an hour to spare. Locations updated on FB or by email. Further information contact Liz on 0403 720 950. Liz Gander
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community noticeboard Bangalow Chamber of Commerce AGM Bangalow Bowling Club, 6687 2741. Wednesday, 3 July 6.30 for 7pm. Chairperson: John Murray, Regional Manager NSW Business Chamber Northern Rivers This is a fantastic opportunity for people who do business within the 2479 area to have their voice heard, questions answered, take part in discussions and be an active participant in the future direction of Bangalow. The Chamber calls for nominations for a minimum of six positions on the committee. Nomination forms are required to be signed by the nominated financial member of the Bangalow Chamber of Commerce Inc. Nominations close 5pm on Tuesday, 6 August 2013. Come one, come all, it will be a positive and promising AGM. Kylie Mowbray-Allen/Eva Heath
Bangalow Garden Club At the next meeting on Wednesday, 3 July we are once again using the talents of our members. Diana Harden, a landscape designer, is speaking on the topic of contrasting foliage. Steven Wedd, a dahlia grower, is giving a short demonstration on dividing the bulbs and there will be some for sale on the trading table. Last month Jan Lee’s floral designs were much admired and appreciated by the 64 members
who attended. On 6 July the Saturday Social Visit is to Carol Gamble’s garden at Mullumbimby Creek. Helen Johnston
What’s on at the Bowlo The Jive Lounge – 5 July Tickets: Presales $20 Door $25 LASALSA – 13 July 2013 A night of Latin dance with a special visit from guest teacher Jan Rae from Byron Tango. Enjoy music and dance from Argentina, New York and Cuba. Dress to impress. Red, black and white! Doors Open: 6.30pm Intro Tango Lessons with Jan, 7.30pm Salsa lesson with Leyla and Robert. Then a night of Latin Dance so bring your dancing shoes Tickets: Door $15 includes FREE dance lessons Lil’ Fi & the Dirty Rascals – 26 July. Lil’ Fi, one of the original roots music performers in Australia today, is a dynamic entertainer with a unique songwriting style. One of Australia’s finest award winning blues divas. Part punk, part blues, part rockabilly, Lil’ Fi had a knock-out show at Bluesfest this year. Doors Open: 7.30pm Show starts: 8pm Tickets: Door $20 Presales: $18 Supper Club:$15 Byron Bay Experience presents on 3 August; Jahbutu Feat & Miss Renee Simone with special guests the River City Steel Band. Jahbutu are a Trinidadian steel drum band featuring our very own
Caribbean goddess Miss Renee Simone. Renowned for their wondrous carnival calypso renditions of the best of the 60s onwards they have the moves and grooves to get your toes a tappin’, vocal chords a’hummin’ and the dance floor a’shakin’. Doors Open: 7.00 Show starts: 7.30 Tickets: Door $20 Presales: $18
will be held at Heritage House Museum and Tea Room on Friday, 19 July at 9.30am. After the meeting we will be sharing a morning tea, provided by the Tea Room, at $6 a head. All welcome. Dot Gill
Lions Lines The Bangalow Lions had their changeover dinner in late June, with Tony Heeson, John Morrison and Ben Hills now giving Brian Grant, Neil Mckenzie and Matthew Ridderhoff a well deserved rest from the executive. The first task for the new team is to organise the annual Singh family Curry Night at the A&I hall on Saturday, 13 July. Already preparations suggest that entertainment is sure to provide the usual few laughs and present some wonderful local talent, not to mention the magnificent curries (hot off the press, a special goat meal is on the menu this year ). Be sure to keep your eye out for tickets as the last two years have sold out. The preparation for the Bangalow Men’s Shed is still progressing with venue / compliance / constitution issues still being addressed. Brian Grant
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Fundraiser A group of local ladies named the ‘Desperate Housewives,’ supporters of the Cancer Council, will be hosting a ‘Christmas in July’ dinner on Saturday, 27 July, 6pm at the Moller Pavillion as a fundraiser for Leander Russell. This will be run in conjunction with Bangalow Lions to provide Leander with funds to assist with her treatment and recovery period. For further detail please contact Sandra Harding at san. harding@hotmail.com or on 0427 872 023.
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Bangalow Classical Music Festival Tickets for the much anticipated Festival Prelude (previously known as the locals night) on Thursday, 15 August are now available from Barebones in Bangalow and on-line at http:// southernxsoloists.com/cms/ bangalow/buy-festival-tickets. html. $30 including a glass of champagne on arrival will open the door to an amazing night of local and international performers: Lismore Symphony Orchestra conducted by Ian Bowles, Jayson Gillham – piano, Emma Sholl – flute, Southern Cross Soloists, The Flinders Quartet, Hot North Wind, Vox Caldera choir directed by Nicholas Routley, Silver Garburg Piano duo. This is truly a night not to be missed! Tickets will sell quickly so don’t hesitate. Dress is black tie. Subscription tickets for the festival are also available on-line with single tickets available in July. Margaret Curtis
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Bangalow Writers’ Club member, Yvonne Rafter, has won second prize in the prestigious bush poetry competition, The Broken Ski. Her moving poem, My Name is Black, tells of the short life and tragic death of a young horseman in the disastrous days of the First World War. The Snowy River competition attracted entries from all over Australia, including several of Australia›s best known bush poets. Congratulations Yvonne. Don Brown
Saturday 7 September, Bangalow Showground 8am – 4pm. Sample Food Festival was established in 2011 and in 2013 Sample will stage the third annual festival. Sample is a festival to share ‘the taste of Northern NSW’, with a visitor promise of creative expression and well being through local produce. This year the festival has grown again with 200 exhibitors to browse including 25 of our region’s top restaurants serving a $5 and a $10 tasting plate. On festival day, highlights include: 8am: A Byron Farmers Market breakfast with Christie Connelly. 10am: The ready, steady cook TAFE challenge with Fast Ed and Janella Purcell 11am – 1pm: Celebrity guests judge tasting plates. 10am – 3pm: Performances by The Spaghetti Circus
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There are two special ticketed events: From midday on Friday, 6 September at Bangalow Showground, The Stone & Wood Beer Garden Lunch. A seafood feast with special guest chefs Steve Snow, John Susman and Better Homes & Gardens Fast Ed. Lunch and drinks $65pp. At 2pm on Saturday, 7 September punters can book into a cheese making class. Learn how to make cheese and yoghurt. Taste and take home. $45pp. Bookings essential for special events - email admin@ samplensw.com. For further information and full festival program visit www.samplensw. com. For more information, info@samplensw.com or 0414 925 811. Remy Tancred
And out of town: Theatre in Lismore NORPA’s production of Frankenstein begins 19 July at their new home in Lismore City Hall. It’s been twenty years since Northern Rivers Performing Arts (NORPA) flung wide its doors to the Northern Rivers’ community. Twenty years on, they are recognized as a leading regional theatre company, bringing shows from Australia’s best performing arts companies to the region as well as creating adventurous homegrown works that tell regional stories.
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Who do you think you are? Further to her article ‘Unearthing the Past’ in the May issue of Heartbeat, Sally Schofield shares tips from family history fanatic Tanya Honey for those interested in ‘finding out who they are’. The lives of everyday people living in different times and places can be fascinating, even more so when they are your own kin. But piecing together the past can be a challenge for those new to family history research. Librarian and family history researcher Tanya Honey suggests making contact with the older generations who are a goldmine of family folklore and unexpected anecdotes. “Talk first to the people who are still alive - while they are still alive,” she says. Conducting an informal interview – over a cup of tea, of course – with an older family member can yield rich results, but “don’t hound them” she cautions. “Find out as much as you can: who their parents were, where they lived, if they knew who their grandparents were. If you can hear it from someone and then try to verify it for yourself, it’s a lot easier than going from nothing.” With a few names and dates you can set about confirming the data by viewing or purchasing certificates from the Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages. “Certificates can have really valuable information. You’re generally going to find out about the parents, if they were listed, how long they have lived in Australia, who their other children were,” she says. The Internet offers a treasure trove of information through genealogy sites, online parish records and newspaper archives. Online databases can also provide access to convict, military and transport records as well as linking you to others who are researching the same family line or surname. “The local library even has a paid
subscription to one of the biggest genealogy databases that library members can access without having to pay for it,” she says. Sometimes in your research you will come up against what researchers call a ‘brick wall’, a dead-end where all leads are exhausted. When this happens, you need to think creatively to find a way around the problem. “Have a think about how else you might spell a name. How it might have been misspelt. How they might have pronounced it when they were speaking to someone who then wrote it down – they might have written it down the way they heard it,” advises Tanya. Another suggestion is what’s known in genealogy circles as ‘cousin baiting’, writing a blog to publish information about your missing ancestors on the Internet. Search engines like Google pick up this information and display it to others searching for the same names. “I put one post up about one ancestor who was born in the UK and ended up in Australia. This lady got in touch with me and said “I’ve actually got a letter from this ancestor of yours that was sent back to the family in the UK sending one pound to them for Christmas!” she says. Local historical societies are also a good place to start as they “collect a lot of information from newspapers and also families donate photographs, diaries and personal artefacts that can be useful.” “If you want to get started, there’s a lot you can do just by going to the local library and asking for some advice,” she says. Convicts, pioneers, black sheep – you never know who’s lurking in your past waiting to be discovered.
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Talking Teapots In the first of a new series. Sally Schofield spoke to Carolyn Adams about her burgeoning teapot collection. Ten years ago, after her Ewingsdale house was completed, Bangalow newsagent Carolyn Adams made a fateful trip to The Channon Market. Here she spotted an unlikely item that would become the object of her affections and the impetus for a new hobby – collecting teapots. “That’s the first one,” she says pointing to a striking, plum coloured, pyramid shaped pot. Featuring a hand painted yellow hibiscus, the pot reflects the tranquil, tropical feel of the home that was designed and built by partner Richard. Displayed in a custom built-in cabinet Carolyn designed herself the teapots are grouped by colour, interior design being another of her passions. “I would have loved to have been an architect or designer,” she says. Bold colours and quirky designs are a feature of the teapot collection and these elements extend through Carolyn’s art collection that is comprised of large, vibrant artworks depicting floral motifs. On the top shelf of the teapot display is an ancient looking pot, a gift from her cleaner. Carolyn marvels at its rudimentary construction – roughly glazed, well weathered and no handle, just a lump of clay to grip. She has often wondered about the history of this quaint, rustic pot. But not all her teapots are old and many
have been found in the most prosaic of places. Importantly, each is associated with a vivid memory or event in Carolyn’s life. “It’s
often the memory associated with the object that makes the object important,” she says. The small cast iron elephant pot, his raised trunk the spout, was found at, of all places, Robina Shopping Centre. “Richard and I had
just had a memorable, romantic weekend away and stopped in on the way home to buy a few things,” she says. “And I found this one in a shop that sells just teapots!” No stranger to collecting, Carolyn has previously dabbled in stamps and coins but eschewed the slavish acquisition of new releases for a collection based on intuitive and emotive selections. “I do look at teapots whenever I go shopping, though,” she confesses. As a child growing up in New Zealand, Carolyn remembers being fascinated by “one of those tiny, tiny tea sets.” Over the years she has been gifted many teapots but she is quite particular about the ones she adds to the collection. Only those with a strong nostalgic appeal make the cut. She is a discerning rather than avid collector. “I can buy them,” jokes Richard, “but she has to pick them. She’s the same with jewellery.” Interestingly, Carolyn is not a tea-obsessive. When I’m offered a cuppa and a slice of delicious homemade lime and coconut cake, it’s coffee for her and a teabag in my cup. “I don’t actually use them,” she says. “Well, one and it’s just a one-person one. Some of them just don’t pour well,” she says. “And there’s nothing worse.”
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Kitsch‘n’Sync There is a trend emerging in the region, or as long-term locals have suggested, a returning trend. Sophie Claire reports. In May’s Heartbeat, we introduced the new Vintage Co-op on the corner of Byron and Station streets and identified Bangalow’s strengthening identity as a vintage shopping destination. This month, Heartbeat was excited to discover the recent changes to the Kitsch‘n’Sync co-operative, located on Station Street. The shop itself, located in the quaint white house next to the Masonic Hall, has been in existence as a co-op for quite a while. Over the last few months however, it has undergone an overhaul. There are now three members of this co-operative, Mickey, Sabina and Christine, all of whom individually bring to the shop passion and experience in vintage and retro collections. A well known local, Mickey Hatch has been involved in Bangalow’s retail trade since the early 1980s. In relation to vintage and retro shopping in Bangalow, Mickey explains there have been obvious ebbs and flows over the past few decades. He says there has however been a strong interest in this style of retail in recent times, and it appears to be re-cementing Bangalow’s reputation as a vintage and retro shopping destination. With an extensive knowledge of collectables as well as training in visual arts, at Kitsch‘n’Sync Mickey is delighted
to be focusing on smalls, or ‘bric a brac’. There is also evidence of Mickey’s talent in furniture restoration in the shop. Sabina’s passion is fashion! With a long-term love of sewing, restoration and collecting, she has a wealth of knowledge and the ability to source widely. In addition, she has included in her collection colourful items from the label Myrtle & Dove. Sabina also intends to expand her collection with haberdashery to encourage people to restore old treasures and to explore different fashion styles. Christine, the previous operator of The Front Yard in Clunes, is delighted to be exercising her own skills in collectables in the Bangalow area. With the ability to source unique items such as enamel buckets and garden objects such as iron features from places as far away as Turkey and France, Christine brings to the store collectables which connect the inside and outside of the home. Combined, these cooperative members have created a shop with a diverse and intriguing collection, one which highlights the variety of vintage and retro collectables. A variety that surely has something for everyone. With the number of co-operatives in the area increasing, including three similar
stores in Mullumbimby, the model appears to be gaining popularity. Members of Kitsch‘n’ Sync explain that it is an obvious and logical model for people involved in vintage wares and collectables. The economic benefits of operating a co-op are unanimously agreed upon; shared costs and shared time. In regards to the less tangible benefits however, Sabina, Mickey and Christine all confess the excitement of connecting customers with items and uncovering new ‘finds’ is all the more enjoyable when shared in the cooperative model. All three members agree that it’s an exciting type of retail to be involved in. “A store such as this allows us to share our passion with customers; we are able to highlight the appeal of an item whose value might otherwise be forgotten. We are able to rescue it from obscurity; it’s like being a caretaker,” explains Mickey. Exploration of the shop reveals a harmonious union of the three members’ talents and creativity. It is a seamless journey from room to room, and the depth and beauty of the shop’s collection draws you into a world of history and inspiration. For further information please contact (02) 66 871 420 or email michael-hatch@ bigpond.com.
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green frog lane The top of Green Frog Lane is approached from Rifle Range Road. At this top end houses are hidden behind dense tropical foliage. The lane slopes downward and then opens up in space, eventually winding around to the right and ending with a culde-sac. Green Frog Lane is a new subdivision site, previously occupied by an orchard. There are still several vacant blocks of land waiting to be snapped up. There are some new homes and one house being built, but many of the houses in the lane are Queenslanders relocated to site and restored beautifully. A creek, home to abundant native wildlife, flows along the lower end of the lane. The elevated end enjoys hinterland views across Lismore Road looking toward Byron Creek. There is the occasional noise of passing cars along Lismore Road but it is otherwise a quiet lane, although an inhabitant of the lane assured me there are normally children outside playing in the culde-sac where the netball ring stands. Andrea Sturgeon
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double sea changer Helen Johnston talks to Bianca Ferrari, relatively new to the area and passionate about the environment, the arts and local food, amongst many interests. Bianca Ferrari has had a double sea change, first from Sydney to Yamba in 2004 and in 2011 she and her husband Robert and young daughter made a move here to Bangalow. Returning from a visit to Melbourne she couldn’t get back to Yamba because of the floods so she stayed for a couple of days with friends in the Possum Shoot area. Following this she made a spontaneous but considered decision to make their home here. Bianca thought the Northern Rivers area would offer her daughter, a promising young dancer and musician, more opportunities and she was attracted by the natural beauty of the region. Bianca was born in Japan, grew up in Germany and went to university in Vienna where she studied for a degree and doctorate in Psychology, Cultural Anthropology and Religion. She had visited the Pacific region previously and in 1997 decided to come to Australia with two essential but not easily portable possessions, her dog and her piano. Her first employer befriended her and introduced her to Robert Ensbey, a handsome young builder and her fate in Australia was sealed. Together they run a complete design and building company and currently an important project is the construction of a new family home for themselves in Green Frog Lane. Bianca has many and varied interests and skills but her deep love for the preservation of our natural environment is paramount. To this end she has written a children’s book Flock the Gate with the main characters being native Australian animals whose habitat is under threat. The
book has been made into a radio play and matching CD. Bianca hopes the story will gently educate young people about the importance of a clean safe and peaceful environment. This story and three of her previous books will be featured at the Byron Bay Writers Festival in August. This is a region where Bianca feels close to nature and she spoke appreciatively of the Farmers Markets where she buys lots of locally produced food. In her interior design
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Fungi ‘Flowering’ after the rain: pet alert Did you see some spectacular red ‘flowers’ in your garden recently, after all the rain? The stinkhorn fungus, Aseroe rubra, popped up in my garden amongst the mulch. Over a couple of days this fungus emerges from the soil as a white, gelatinous ‘egg’ a few centimetres across, that then ruptures to release the fruiting body - a red, star-shaped structure. Near the centre of the disk is a slimy
green-brown spore mass with a foul smell, described as “intensely foetid, of rotting meat or sewage”, so don’t get too close! The smell attracts flies that spread the spores. Once the smell is apparent, the spore mass is very toxic. If you have the sort of dog that loves scavenging about in smelly stuff, be careful, as some dog deaths have been attributed to stinkhorn fungi. Judy Baker
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I’m so often asked why I believe it’s important to eat SLOW. Firstly, eating seasonally allows us the medicinal benefit of these foods grown in season. Nature knows the medicine we need and at what time of the year, and it is right here in our garden, someone’s near by or at our Farmers Market. Why import it? It tastes better in season, is cheaper and a whole lot less trouble. Eating locally and preferably organically automatically means you are reducing the amount of gas emissions by excluding the flight miles. Do we really need to buy watermelon from Mexico in winter, or grapes from Bangladesh? We can grow these in their own season when our body and the earth want them around. The fruit winter provides us with to enjoy at this time are all your root veggies like sweet potato, swedes, turnips and parsnips. It’s also time to get into your cruciferous veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels spouts and kale (before the white butterfly does). Also beetroot, fennel, Jerusalem artichoke, onions, potato and spinach. The fruits giving us their love now are all your citrus, rhubarb, avocado, apple, kiwi fruit and persimmon. It’s also the time to enjoy salty foods
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nal, Local, Organic, Whole ath, gives timely advice for healthy winter cooking. like (Australian) seaweed, miso paste and tamari, and flavoured salts, as a salty flavour is the one associated with winter and the kidneys. By salt I don’t and never mean table salt that has been bleached, has had a chemical anti-caking agent added to it, contains sugar and is altogether the wrong type of salt to be consuming. Instead get into good sea salt, Murray River salt or one by our own ‘Byron Bay Healthy Salt Company’ that uses divine mineral rich salt from the Himalayas. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), winter is a time when our energy goes ‘in and down’. So it’s a time of introspection. A time when our own energy slows down relative to spring. And the cooking methods we are encouraged to use now reflect this slowness. Cook and eat meals that require a longer cooking time. Things like soups, stews, casseroles and dhal. Meals that contain more water, that cook over a lower temperature for a longer time. So a long simmer instead of throwing a quick salad together is ideal. Bake your veggies instead of a quick stir-fry. Pull your slow cooker out in winter and use your oven more. Everything should slow down. Like the ‘winter years’ of our own life this season is the end of a cycle, encouraging
contemplation, deciding what you want to take with you into the beginning of the next cycle that starts with spring. Spring is about a renewal of energy, a time that reminds us of our youth – that’s the season to be out and about, not winter. (More on that in the September issue.) We are encouraged to eat foods that don’t grow as quickly as, say, rocket or sprouts do in the spring. If we eat foods
with a different energy to the season then all sorts of issues may arise. Our body, mind and spirit don’t know if it should be going ‘up an out’ or ‘down and in’. The growing time is faster in spring so eating food that has grown quickly will speed up our own energy, so now our body is confused. It doesn’t know if it should be going out and socializing and creating and building as you do in spring, or staying home in front of
the fire and going to bed earlier. Then the physical symptoms arise that are related to the organ most sensitive in this season. That’s the kidneys - and the parts of the body the kidneys rule are the reproductive/ sexual organs, the teeth, hair, knees and bones. It’s also very important to keep warm in these cooler months to keep your internal body warm. And to keep your skin moist - use natural body oil like flax, coconut, walnut or almond oil on your skin after you shower. The condition of your skin will reflect the condition of your lungs – where most of your immunity is made and held. So if your skin is dry so too will be your lungs. The symptoms likely to present themselves will be a cough, dry scalp, dry stools, dry, flaky skin (eczema, psoriasis or dermatitis), itchy eyes and perhaps even night sweats. Also all symptoms related directly to the kidneys like urinary tract and bladder infections. We are now in the other side of winter and soon enough spring will be here. I for one, am enjoying my fire, plenty of winter veggies in my garden, in my oven and then into my body. “Live each season as it passes. Breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influences of each. “ Thoreaux
Biggest Morning Tea(s) a big success The Cancer Council NSW team would like to thank our major sponsors Brookfarm and Madura Tea Estates, as well as Remy Tancred, who helped make the Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea Byron Bay Lighthouse Launch Event a complete success. The event raised a massive $8,000! The day would not have been a success without the support of the Country Women’s Association (Bangalow branch) who baked nearly 1000 individual slices and cakes, raising approximately $400 on the day. Appreciation and thanks also go to Sara Tindley who played beautiful melodies all morning, our beautiful celebrity hostesses Shelley Craft, and Kathy Chapman, Cancer Council NSW Head of Health Strategies and Byron United who contributed $2000 to this great cause. JULY 2013
We also hosted a private VIP event for 57 of our longstanding and committed regional morning tea supporters. Their ongoing commitment is immeasurable to the success of the event. Across the board the Mid North Coast held 465 events and exceeded their fundraising target. Thank you so much to all the individual hosts out there who continue to go above and beyond to have a cuppa for cancer! Sarah Royall, Cancer Council NSW And at the museum The Biggest Morning Tea on 30 May was a very successful happening. We had such a great ‘roll up’ to enjoy yummy cakes/slices/ biscuits and sangas with a cuppa. Thanks to Christina Hart for bringing along her guitar and entertaining us. It was also lovely to
see the Bangalow Quilters there with a great display of country crafts and quilts for sale. Thanks to Mark Bullivant for his coffee, Bay Seafood, Bangalow Historical Museum and Tea Room, Bangalow Quilters, Duncan and Elaine Moyle for their jewellery, Trisha Bleakley, the ladies (plus John) in the tea room, our wonderful helpers Debb Parks, Susan Tsicalas and Lindy McCollum. Thanks so much to all who baked such delicious food. We have banked $599.85 – a great effort. This will all go to the Cancer Council NSW for research. The winners of the raffle: 1st Prize - $50 Bay Seafood voucher – Narelle; 2nd Prize - High Tea voucher - Bangalow Historical Museum & Tea Room – Clair; 3rd Prize - three hand knitted coathangers – Christina, Liz and Wendy. Liz Parkes 17
hall stories
st kevin’s hall Lyn Plummer continues the series on local halls History St Kevin’s Hall is situated on Deacon Street in the grounds of St Kevin’s Catholic Church in Bangalow. The hall was actually the original St Kevin’s Catholic Church and was situated behind the present Parish house adjacent to Lismore Road and the George Reading building on land that was donated by Robert Campbell. It was blessed and opened for worship in 1894 by the first Bishop of Lismore, Bishop Jeremiah Doyle. This church was moved by bullock teams to its present site in 1908. Two side wings were added so the building could serve as a church and a convent school. Sisters from the Presentation Order taught from1909 until 1913. From 1914 until 1973 the Sisters of St Joseph continued the school, taking in boarders and promoting the Arts and Music. After the convent school closed the hall continued as a focal point for many St Kevin’s parishioners where occasions such as wedding breakfasts and funeral wakes were held. This tradition continues today with the addition of various community groups using the hall as well. Current cost to hire The hall can be hired for $20 per hour with an additional charge of $75 for using the kitchen for cooking and food preparation. There is also a bond of $100 and a key charge of $100 which are both refundable.
Casual bookings must be paid in full prior to use. Permanent bookings are invoiced monthly. Capacity The hall can accommodate 180 people. Facilities The hall has a fully equipped kitchen with two stoves, microwave oven and fridge. Cutlery, crockery, glasses, two hot water urns and two coffee plungers are available for use. The hall is equipped with trestle tables, card tables, plastic and metal chairs and also two church pews. The hall has ceiling fans and fluorescent lighting throughout. Within the hall there are female and male toilets and a large disabled toilet. It is the responsibility of the hirer to clean up after each use. All necessary cleaning equipment is provided.
Restrictions on Use Anyone hiring the hall must have Public Liability Insurance which must be supplied prior to hire. The hall is not available for parties. Who Uses the Hall Parishioners of St Kevin’s hold wedding receptions and funeral wakes in the hall. The hall is available for hire by community groups. Some of these include choirs, dance, Tai Chi, singing and karate classes. Unfortunately I was unable to obtain contact details of these classes from the Hall Hire Coordinator. The hall is also the venue for occasional dance shows and musical shows. Film production companies sometimes use the hall for their films. How to Book the Hall Bookings can be made by phoning Hall Hire Coordinator Russell Kelly on 0423 089 684.
Time to vaccinate your horse against Hendra Hendra is a deadly virus that is transmitted from fruit bats to horses and from horse to horse. All of the horses that have died from Hendra virus in NSW have come from our region. Over 70% of Hendra outbreaks have occurred between May and August, so now is the perfect time to vaccinate your horses. Since 1994 Hendra virus has killed over 80 horses, together with the devastating consequences of four human deaths associated with the equine cases. Hendra virus has the potential to kill you, your family, your horses and your vet. Many vets are now refusing to treat unvaccinated horses. Horses shed Hendra 18
virus, especially from their nose and mouth, before showing any symptoms of illness, so even routine procedures such as dentistry are potentially risky. Recently released data dispels many myths about the Hendra vaccine. The vaccine is highly effective against Hendra virus. Antibody levels are especially high after the six month booster. The vaccine is safe, with a minor side effect rate of 0.22% to date after the first 24,500 doses. This is in line with what you would expect for any vaccine. Horses cannot get Hendra from the vaccine. The vaccine is being used under a Minor Use Permit because of the
urgent need to protect horses and people whilst it goes through the usual but slow process of registration. Any horse over four months can be vaccinated. Studies on the use of the vaccine in pregnant mares are being done. Please discuss vaccinating pregnant mares with your vet. There is no problem exporting vaccinated horses to NZ, EU, UK or the Americas. . Many clubs and shows are requiring horses to be vaccinated for Hendra to attend events. Vets and the manufacturer of the Hendra vaccine are working together to make the vaccine more affordable with special price in July. Megan Kearney, BANGALOW’S HEARTBEAT
church story Fr Anthony Lemon. Photo by Terry Bleakley
A Great Occasion in Bangalow A week of celebrations for Father Anthony Lemon’s 20th Anniversary as a Priest culminated in a special evening Mass in St. Kevin’s Church on 28 May, the date of his ordination. St. Kevin’s (Bangalow’s beautiful ‘Church on the Hill’ where the Finale of the Bangalow Music Festival is held each year) was attended by Father Anthony’s parents Peter and Stephanie Lemon as well as many parishioners and well-wishers. Fathers Bill Mills, Colin Reinhard, John FitzWalter and Rex Hackett concelebrated the Mass. These priests have been a great help to Father Anthony, filling in for weekend Masses where needed. The mass was followed by dinner in the Bangalow Hotel Dining Rooms where thirty or so friends from both parishes gathered with Father Anthony and his parents. It was a joyous community occasion. As parish priest of two parishes - St. John’s, Mullumbimby and Holy Spirit, Bangalow/ Byron Bay - and Catholic schools in the district, Father Anthony has four churches under his care. This includes all sacramental programmes as well as baptisms, funerals and marriages. Young people are attracted to the concept of having a church wedding and love the spiritual character of St. Kevin’s. Father Anthony is committed to restoring St. Kevin’s to its original state, including the JULY 2013
renovation and restoration of the tabernacle to back behind the altar. To show their gratitude and appreciation, St. Kevin’s parishioners surreptitiously raised funds
Fr Anthony with his mother, Stephanie. Photo by Vlad Sezemsky
for his anniversary with this in mind. Father Anthony was surprised and delighted when presented with the cheque. Born at St Margaret’s Hospital, Darlinghurst, on 18 October 1960, Father Anthony attended St. Therese’s School Padstow, then Marist Brothers Lismore, completing the HSC in 1978. He furthered his education at the Northern Rivers College of Advanced Education, Lismore for three years in teacher training. Father Anthony
taught in Catholic Schools for five years before entering the seminary. He studied for the priesthood at St. Patrick’s College Manly from 1987 – 1993 and was ordained on 28 May 1993 at St Carthage’s Cathedral for the Diocese of Lismore. Father Anthony has served in Coffs Harbour, Lismore, Casino and Port Macquarie parishes and became parish priest in January 2007 after serving as administrator to Fr. Francis Devoy for one year. He accepted responsibility for St John’s Parish Mullumbimby in July 2008, thus joining the two parishes to Holy Spirit Parish. His father, Peter Lemon, was on the board of St. Vincent’s Hospital in Lismore from 1970 – 1983. This young man with a great sense of humour, is committed to his priestly calling and spreads himself admirably between all the churches. He is friendly and down-toearth and can often be seen having coffee with parishioners after Sunday morning mass. We hope and pray Father Anthony will be with us for some time – at least for his 25th anniversary! Deirdre Cox 19
what I’ve been reading
Green Vanilla Tea by Marie Williams This is such a difficult review to write. I read this book with a lump in my throat most of the time and was moved to tears repeatedly. Ita Buttrose, National President of Alzheimer’s Australia has endorsed the book and it was awarded the 2013 Finch Memoir prize – deservedly so. Shortly after turning 40, Dominic Williams starting behaving out of character. Over a period of time he changed from the loving, devoted father and partner that he had been to being very disconnected from his family and friends. It was several years before Marie Williams was able to trick Dominic into seeing their GP which led, eventually, to the dual diagnosis of Alzheimer’s and Motor Neuron Disease. Alzheimer’s at 40 years of age is very rare, the MND was a double whammy for Dominic and his family – it became the ‘green goblin’. Marie wrote this book for her teenage sons, peppered with memories of Dominic the romantic, the loving father and the playful mate. Her family and friends encouraged her to have it published but it must have taken extraordinary courage to re-live the journey and the daily grind of dealing with the ‘green goblin’. For me it was an incredibly compelling read right through to Dominic’s very dignified death in a nursing home. Williams is an articulate writer and wonderful story teller. I finished the book some time ago and I keep thinking back to Marie’s incredible sacrifice and compassion, the ingenuity she displayed in the most trying of circumstances and her generosity of spirit. An inspiring book and one that might help anyone who is walking a similar road.
Ketchup Clouds by Annabel Pitcher (YA)
Continuing the pleasure I have discovered in reading young adult literature is this fabulous novel written as a series of letters by a young girl to a man who is on death row for murdering his wife. Zoe thinks that she is a murderer and only a murderer can understand the guilt she feels over the death of her friend. As Zoe writes her secrets down she tells about her family life, the discord between her parents and the jealousy her middle sister feels towards her younger sister. We learn about the secrets and deceptions which play out as the story ultimately creeps towards the climax. Annabel Pitcher is the author of My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece and I really enjoy her ability to write with the young adult voice. Carolyn Adams – Bookworms & Papermites
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the person behind the job
a creative life This month’s ‘person behind the job’ is freelance hairdresser, Stephie Clifford Hosking. Stephie Clifford Hosking has a busy and exciting life. Her early years were spent in Redcliffe in Queensland and in Wellington, New Zealand. Quite early she showed a talent for music and ability as a graphic artist, developing skills that would become professionally useful and personally rewarding later on. Returning to Australia she studied for degrees in Fine Arts and in Communication and Design. Her training in hairdressing was marked by high levels of academic achievement and excellent salon experience. Initially, her hairdressing was the source of income that made possible her career in music and art. She was interested in a career in architecture but found that she lacked the necessary background in mathematics. Her other hope was to be a curator at a large gallery. Stephie has a fine singing voice and her level of performance on the piano, guitar and cello led to a career in music. She has performed and recorded with some leading musicians in recent years, including Joe Camelleri, George and Powderfinger. Her music is spread over many styles and genres. She particularly enjoys listening to some classical piano music. Her album Bazillion, made ten years ago, is still available. Bangalow people who have heard her performances in Cabaret da Desh admire her fine singing. Stephie’s other job at this time drew upon her talent in design. She retains an interest
in fine arts, enjoys pen and ink sketching and for seven years prior to the arrival of her children she ran a successful design business. Husband Brent and sons River, aged five and Hawk, four keep her busy on
the home front. Brent, a Byron Shire local, is employed in a local energy company. It was about the time that her first child arrived that there was a major change in her priorities. Hairdressing had always been the money earner, which made possible the time for music and art. Quite unexpectedly she found her enthusiasm for hairdressing
increasing. Her desire to have a more creative approach found expression in new structures, bright and pastel coloured hair styles and fun styles for children, including the use of hair crayon to give bright, but temporary colouring patches that the children can enjoy. She has found avenues for creative design in hair styling and make up, with hair and eyelash extensions and other enhancing features. Her great ambition is to have her own salon in town one day. A keen user of the internet, Stephie loves to spend time looking at the world of fashion and its gowns and accessories. She has extended her interest in psychology to look into the study of human thought and emotion and used her computer skills to set up her site, ‘Robbie the Bird’, a cheerful character she has created to reflect on the darker side of life with a humorous touch. She is a frequent visitor to the Pinterest web site, where people can ‘pin up’ images, videos etc and share them. For the present, family life with a husband and two lively boys restricts some of Stephie’s activities. In the future, she would also like to find time to follow up her interest in illustration and art, and perhaps fulfil her idea of being an architect or surface designer. She continues to find pleasure in her music and enjoys a wide range of musical genres, especially piano music. Stephie’s life is full and at times busy, but it is rich in diverse interests where her creativity helps in the tough times.
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it went off with a bang In excited anticipation a crowd packed around the oval at Newrybar Public School for the countdown to the 30th fireworks display. Shortly after the count of zero the Katy Perry song Firework began playing and then the fireworks spectacular began. Going by all the oohs and aahs heard during the display, it was an awesome finale to yet another successful Fireworks hosted by the Newrybar Public School P&C. The sunny weather in the lead up to and on the day of Fireworks Saturday, 15 June 2013 was a great relief to the school’s P&C. Last year conditions were too boggy for the jeeps.
So the bigger children were very happy to see a return of the jeep rides this year. The bonfire kept everyone warm following sunset. Those dancing the night away on the stage in front of the DJ, however, had no need for the bonfire. Winners were grinners on the night with a host of prizes given away in the raffles, lucky dip, tombola and chocolate wheel. The P&C thanks all prize contributors and donations. There were steady queues lined up for a Zentveld’s coffee, popcorn and donuts at the APEX stall, steak sandwiches at the Bangalow Lions Club bbq and of course the
infamous sticky date pudding, among other sweet delights, at the cake stall. The curry and kebabs were also a huge hit. The school children masquerading as the Newrybar Lisstas made another appearance this year with their African djembe drums. This annual event for Newrybar Public School is its biggest fundraiser and is months in the making. The P&C appreciate the huge effort made by the teachers, parents and carers. We also thank the local community for embracing this family fun event yet again. Andrea Sturgeon
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Imagination Art Show Bangalow Community Children’s Centre (BCCC) and Bangalow Public School have joined together again to exhibit the imagination of children through their fresh and innovative art. ‘Imagination’ is an opportunity for the students to exhibit their art pieces in a professional way and feel valued for their expression in this moment, demonstrating their own unique way of understanding the world. The children are being assisted in the creation of their masterpieces by talented parents and artists from within the community who have volunteered their time and expertise.
The exhibition is well worth attending. It is always visually spectacular and very informative. Many people attending the event say that it inspires their own imagination and creativity. The art exhibition will open at the A&I Hall on Friday, 9 August at 7pm for an Adult Only evening, including live auction, music and nibbles. A bar will be opened by the Lions Club for the event. Tickets are only $10 and can be purchased from the school or preschool. It will also be open Saturday morning 9am - 12noon for families to bring children through the exhibit for a gold coin donation. Kerry Ellbourn
Hats off to you all Bangalow Public School P&C would like to thank the Bangalow Lions Club for a great Billycart Derby in May. The community’s generosity at the Mad Hatter’s Derby Tea Party helps us to better support and resource quality education at our school and for our kids. Special thanks to our sponsors, incredible parent body and other amazing supporters, including: Splendour in the Grass, Earth‘n’Sea Pizza, Gaia Retreat & Spa, Skydive Byron Bay, Millar & More, Barcoo Beef, BunCoffee Byron Bay, Bangalow BBQ Ribs, Brumby’s, Charlottes Gourmet Food, Byron Bay Captured, Bangalow Chamber of Commerce, Bangalow and Byron Bay Farmers’ Markets. Raffle Winners: 1st Stacey Williamson, Grafton, 2nd Lynita Clark, Mirrabooka, 3rd Sharlene Annersley, Moonee Ponds, 4th Bob Dol, Pottsville.
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town talk Warm and fuzzy at Feros President of the Bangalow Quilters branch, Helen Gluyas, along with fellow quilter, Elizabeth Casimir, visited Feros on the morning of 14 June with an armload of beautiful pieces made with love and compassion by the ladies of the local group. Helen and Grescha Delighted Brewer, Care resident Bill Hill Manager at Feros, dazzled residents with a glorious array of colourful pieces. This is an annual event for the quilters who work hard to ensure that any resident who wants one can choose a design that suits their room and artistic sensibilities. There was much laughter and appreciation shown as the quilts were paraded and some friendly squabbling as selections were made. Elizabeth Casimir
BCCC Babies room Staff and children are all enjoying the new babies’ room at the BCCC. Director, Kerry Ellbourn, said that the building was designed to take advantage of the beautiful natural environment and this achieves a warm, relaxed Kerry Ellbourn atmosphere that is and educator, perfect for the children’s Julie Ridges, with children on the new happiness and wellbeing. verandah The light, spacious rooms open up to allow easy flow from inside to outside creating a versatile learning setting. The large covered verandah
is great for rainy days and the glass walls give the feeling of belonging with the surrounding areas and allow the children to easily interact with their siblings. Judy Baker
Feros welcomes baby animals Feros Bangalow recently had a visit from Old McDonalds Gail Robertson Baby Animal enjoys a cuddle with Farm. According to the baby alpacaa Jacquelyn Atkins, Feros’ Positive Living Coordinator, it was “the best visitors we’ve ever had. A truck full of baby animals was unloaded onto our cottage lawn! Baby lambs, goats, ducks, a piglet and a darling alpaca snuggled into the arms of our residents and staff.” There were smiles all round. Brian Sundstrom
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Gardenclub meeting; Chamber AGM
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Garden club social visit
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Landcare working bee at Paddy’s Creek; Lions Curry night; La Salsa at the Bowlo
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Red Cross; NORPA’s Frankenstein begins
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Lil’ Fi and the Dirty Rascals at the Bowlo
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Fundraiser for Leander Russell
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Deer me It hurt him to say goodbye to Rudolf, but Vincent knew that Newrybar was no longer a good place in which to bring up reindeer. Terry Bleakley
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