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This week's review TITLE: Trick Mirror AUTHOR: Jia Tolentino NUMBER OF PAGES: 304 EST. READ TIME:6 hours 48 minutes PRICE: $27.95 WHAT IT'S ABOUT: Trick Mirror is an exploration into self delusion and how it intersects every part of our lives. Jia Tolentino investigates how self delusion has affected her own journey as a writer and human being through anecdotes and some self reflection. But the success of Trick Mirror comes from the real world references as to how we are being shaped and the power we hold in fooling ourselves. WHO IT'S FOR: Anyone who is finding living in the internet selfie age a little baffling and uncomfortable. WHY YOU SHOULD READ IT: As we continue to move forward as a world addicted to the increasing advances in technology, and with no real guidelines as to how we should be interacting with it, Trick Mirror is an interesting roadblock to stop and assess how we can convince ourselves of possessing identities that don’t belong to us. We are in many ways caught up in a perpetual cycle of fake news, sponsored content and instagram posts. Jia Tolentino is masterful in highlighting the danger of a culture that revolves around self. NOTABLE QUOTES: "I’ve been thinking about five intersecting problems: first, how the internet is built to distend our sense of identity; second, how it encourages us to overvalue our opinions; third, how it maximizes our sense of opposition; fourth, how it cheapens our understanding of solidarity; and, finally, how it destroys our sense of scale.”

DININ G GUIDE

Farmers Markets

We are blessed to live in some of the greenest most lush landscapes in Australia and with that comes fantastic growing conditions. With a number of fresh food markets across the shire, local, organic and all round delicious food is only a short distance away. Here are some of the amazing weekly locations where you can fi ll the pantries and your belly.

TUESDAYS New Brighton Farmers Market 8am - 11am

WEDNESDAYS Murwillumbah Farmers Market 7am - 11am Newrybar Eats and Produce Market 4pm - 7pm

THURSDAYS Byron Bay Farmers Market 7am - 11am Note: location now Cavanbah Centre

FRIDAYS Mullumbimby Farmers Market 7am - 11am

SATURDAYS Bangalow Farmers Market 7am - 11am Lismore Farmers Market 8am - 11:30am

SUNDAYS Ballina Missingham Farmers 6-11am

Fresh and vibrant new summer menu, with locally sourced dishes at aff ordable prices. We have a range of bar snacks, health bowls and burgers to choose from, as well as a poolside bar and beer garden to relax in our tropical sett ing.

BEST HAPPY HOUR IN THE BAY - EVERYDAY FROM 6 - 8PM $4.5 SCHOONERS - $4.5 WINE - $5 BASICS SLIDERS Americano - beef, cheese, AQ sauce Teriyaki Tofu - pickled kimchi (vn) Sticky Pork - crunchy slaw, plum relish $4.50ea

CANADIAN STYLE POUTINE w melted cheese and gravy

WILD MUSHROOM ARANCINI (V) w goats cheese and red pepper romescu

$12.50

$9.50

BAHN-MI ROLL w crispy pork, pickled carrot, chilli jam, Vietnamese dressing and crackling

GREEN BOWL (VN) w kale, sautéed greens, avocado cream, quinoa, zucchini noodles and sweet balsamic.

$15.50

$15.50

A16 Lawson Street (next to Library) P 02 6685 7663 W aquariusbyronbay.com.au

OPEN7 Days, noon-late

High above the hustle and bustle of Byron Bay, Balcony Bar & Oyster Co. is the best place to pair people watching with freshly shucked oysters, cocktails and live music. Under the direction of Executive Chef Sean Connolly, the food ethos here is all about fresh, simple, honest fl avours.

DAILY Sunset happy hour. $6 selected beers, wine and spirits. $13 selected cocktails $12 Espresso Martinis. WEDNESDAY Oyster Hour – freshly shucked oysters $1.50 THURSDAY Live Local Music SATURDAY Bott omless Bellini's for 2 hours $29 SUNDAY Bott omless Bellini's for 2 hours $29 Live Local Music Drag 'n' Dine

4pm-6pm

9:30pm-close 5pm-6pm from 7pm from 9am

from 10am from 4pm from 7pm

A Cnr of Lawson & Jonson St P 02 6680 9666 W balcony.com.au

OPEN Mon - Fri 12pm until late Sat and Sun 9am until late

Enjoy a fresh take on fi sh and chips that lets you tick the healthy eating box alongside your traditional favourites. Fresh daily fi sh and salads. Relaxed vibe with friendly staff , cool tunes and aff ordable menu with something for everyone. A hit with the locals, we know you’ll love it! THE OLD SCHOOL Fillet of fl ake, chips, lemon & tartare THE BAY Fillet of fl ake, 2 calamari rings, potato scallop, chips, lemon & tartare GRILLED FISH PACK Grilled fi sh of the day with rice or chips & standard salad GRILLED SEAFOOD AND SALAD Grilled fi sh of the day, salad, calamari & prawns marinated with Mediterranean fl avours SALT & PEPPER OR CHARGRILLED CALAMARI KALE, SPINACH & BROCCOLI SUPER SALAD THE NEW SCHOOL 2 Plant based Fishless Fish Fillets, sweet potato wedges, lemon and aioli PLANT BASED HUNKY BOWL Fishless Fish, broccoli, red cabbage, cucumber, edamame, corn, red pepper and rice $13.00 $15.00 $15.50 $18.50 $10.50 / $15.90 $9.50 / $11.50 $18.50 $24.90

A 109 Jonson St (opposite Woolies) P 02 6680 7985 W hunkydory.com.au

OPEN Open 7 days 11am - 9pm Dine in / takeaway

Grab a seat on our balcony in Mercato on Byron and get ready to sing along to some jukebox tunes. Unashamedly Tex-Mex, our value-packed, crowd-pleasing menu caters to everyone, including vegetarian, vegan and glutenfree diners. Kick-back with one of our fabulous giant margaritas, don a colourful sombrero and enjoy unlimited FREE corn chips and salsas. HAPPY HOUR $7.50 margaritas, 500ml beer or cider, house wines & tequilas. WEEKLY SPECIALS TUESDAY $2 tacos all day. Selected tacos include: barbeque chicken, cheeseburger and vegetarian Vegan and GF options available. WEDNESDAY 10 cent chicken wings with the purchase of a 24oz margarita or 500ml of tap beer. THURSDAY 1/2 price fajitas. Choose between spiced adobo chicken, lime & pepper steak or confi t portobello Vegan and GF options available LUNCH SPECIAL Burrito & 300ml Beer $15. Choose between chicken, beef or vegetarian burritos Vegan and GF options available Mon-Fri 4-6pm 12pm 'till late 12pm 'till late 12pm 'till late Mon-Fri 12-3pm

WEEKEND SPECIAL Tex Mex Fiesta We are off ering you and your friends a three course share style Tex-Mex Fiesta menu that includes two hours of signature margaritas, beer and wine for $79pp! Fri - Sun OPEN Mon-Sat 12pm-late Sun 12pm-10pm A 108-114 Jonson St, LVL 1 @ Mercato P 02 9259 5600 W elcaminocantina.com.au

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BYRON SOPHIA DISCUSSION GROUP Exploring the perennial questions. All welcome Thursdays 1:30-3pm. Marvel Hall, 37 Marvel St, Byron www. byronsophia.group ph 0488 005 077

BALI GIVE BAGS- DONATION BAGS FOR MUMS Are you travelling to Bali and would like to donate essential items directly to mums and newborn babies , for more information and a free donation pack please email baligivebags@gmail.com

LOOKING FOR A VOLUNTEER ROLE THAT’S FUN & ENTERTAINING…? The Byron Theatre is holding a theatre usher induction on Wednesday 19 Feb, 5pm – 6.30pm. Training as a volunteer usher provides you with a wonderful opportunity to be a part of our vibrant and busy Centre, with the added bonus of being a part of some truly amazing events. See you at the Theatre! 69 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. WANT AN OPPORTUNITY TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY LOCALLY AND OVERSEAS? Rotary has some amazing projects for you to get involved in. Find out more at Rotary Club of Byron Bay. We meet every Tuesday at 6:30pm for 7pm at the Byron Services Cub. All welcome. www.byronbayrotary.org.au/ OUT THERE WOMEN FOR NEW GROUP Are you fun? love adventure? live in the Nth Rivers? Group to meet for lunches, live music, theatre, art & travel. 45 - 60 yrs approx 0428 446 550 FREE SALSA/LATIN SOCIAL DANCE NIGHT monthly all weather event, every first Wednesday of the month, 8-10.30pm, at Guzman Y Gomez, 52 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. Donations go to charity. Check FB Byron Barrio Latino / call Esther 0431 130 456 BE CONNECTED WITH FREE TRAINING We're providing free training now in Byron Bay to give you the skills to be a digital mentor for seniors, helping them to get online and be connected. Takes 1 day, free lunch included. Call 6621 7397 BYRON LANGUAGE EXCHANGE CLUB Every 2nd Friday. Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, Japanese & more. To join our free club, send a short introduction about yourself to byronbaylanguages@gmail. com. Find us on fb! BYRON AREA BOOK CLUB Love reading? Want to meet like minded people? Our book club is looking for new members. Visit the Facebook Page or text 0451 638 844 for information. GROUP MEDITATION Group Meditations on every Tuesday 11.30am at Marvell Hall, 37 Marvell st, Byron Bay. Everybody Welcome. Donations appreciated. Gnostic Society 0412 020 234 BYRON YOGA PHILOSOPHY CLUB Always free meditation classes every Monday evening @ 7pm 1 Korau Place Suffolk Park, Byron bay www. wisdom.yoga if you need a ride from Byron Ph Kris 0435 300 743 CHIN WAGS @ MAIN BEACH Casual discussion group! This is a judgement free, compassionate evening open to everyone. Fridays 6.30pm, Main Beach - Right side of Surf Club when looking at the beach: FB GROUP- Chin Wags

DOING GOOD IN OUR COMMUNITY? Submit your info on events, fundraisers or meetings via our website: byronbazaar.com/community Deadline Monday prior to publication date. Reserved for community groups, free / charitable events & not-for-profit only. Not for business or profit based organisations.

Tricky Trivia Answers PG 15

1. Which biscuit are you supposed to first twist, then lick and dunk in milk? A. Oreo B. Tim Tam C. Monte carlo 2. URBNSURF, the man made surfing wave is located in which Australian city? A. Sydney B. Brisbane C. Melbourne 3. Garcia is the most common surname in Spain? True or false? 4. Which European country opened the first coffee house? A. France B. Italy C. Greece 5. Bill Gates co-owns a jet with Cher? True or false? 6.Released in 1941, what is the only Disney animated feature film with a title character that never speaks? A. Dumbo B. Pluto C. Stitch 7. Basketball great Kobe Bryant played his entire 20- year career with which team? A. Boston Celtics B. LA Lakers C. New York Knicks 8. Who boasts a quarter of the global condom market? A. Ansell B. Goodyear C. Durex 9.Which acid occurs in stinging ants? A. Citric B. Sulphuric C. Formic 10. What's another word for 'mendicant'? A. Boot Repairer B. Begging C. Useless Husband

Community Markets

1ST SATURDAY

Brunswick Heads / Lismore Makers / Murwillumbah

1ST SUNDAY

Byron Bay Community / Lismore Car Boot

2ND SATURDAY Byron Flea / Kingscliff 2ND SUNDAY The Channon Craft / Alstonville Plateau / Lennox

3RD SATURDAY Mullumbimby / Murwillumbah 3RD SUNDAY Uki Bazaar / Lismore Car Boot / Ballina

4TH SATURDAY Tyalgum / Kingscliff 4TH SUNDAY Bangalow / Nimbin 5TH SUNDAY Nimbin / Lennox Head