T U O T IF L E V E S R A E Y W NE
North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au
The Byron Shire Echo December 23, 2014 33
Safe Summer in the Bay 29 December to 4 January * No drinking in the streets
* No beachfront events on New Year’s Eve
* No fireworks * Additional Police
Park and Ride - beat the Byron Bay traffic queue blues 10am to 8pm each day - 10am to 10pm on New Year’s Eve Jump on at the Byron Regional Sport and Cultural Complex, Ewingsdale Rd - on the northern side of town. At least two buses each hour. Check web for details. Dedicated bus lane into Byron Bay. It’s a fantastic way to beat the summer traffic. Plus, it’s FUN! Park for only $5 per car per day and Ride the shuttle bus for FREE! Look out for the Magic Bus and join the crew for a musical, colourful and whacky trip into town. Departs on the hour. Plus everyone who jumps on board gets a Summer Pass featuring 7 fantastic Byron Bay deals over the 7 days.
With thanks to our Summer Pass sponsors
All days
Depart Arrive Arrive Depart Arrive Bus BRSCC Surf Club Woolworths Surf Club BRSCC Magic Bus 10:00 10:20 na 10:30 10.50 640 10.55 na 11.10 na na Magic Bus 11:00 11:35 na 11:45 12.00 Red decker 11:30 12:05 na 12.15 12.30 Magic Bus 12:00 12:35 na 12:45 1 00 1.00 641 12.05 na 12.20 na na 640 12.15 na 12.30 na na Red decker 12:30 13:05 na 13.15 13.30 Magic Bus 13:00 13:35 na 13:45 14.00 Red decker 13:30 14:05 na 14.15 14.30 641 13.45 na 14.00 na na Magic Bus 14:00 14:35 na 14:45 15.00 Red decker 14:30 15:05 na 15.15 15.30 Magic Bus 15:00 15:20 na 15:30 15.45 645 15.10 na 15.15 na na Red decker 15:30 15:50 na 16.00 16.15 640 15.40 na 15.55 na na Magic Bus 16:00 16:20 na 16:30 15.45 Magic Bus 17:00 17:20 na 17:30 17.45 Magic Bus 18:00 18:20 na 18:30 18.45 Magic Bus 18:45 19:05 na 19:15 19.30 Magic Bus 19:30 19:50 na 20:00 20.10 NYE additional services Depart BRSCC every 30minutes from 10am until 940pm. Depart surf club every 30minutes from 10.30am until 950pm. Last bus to depart town - 950pm surf club, 10pm from 'Soul Street' 4-10pm bus stop for 'Soul Street' will operate Lawson/Jonson St
Special Event Parking Area (SEPA) will apply 29 December 2014 to 4 January 2015 inclusive and applies a 2P parking time limit to all untimed roads and road related areas that exist between the Belongil Bridge (Ewingsdale Road) on the north side (west of town) through to the north side of Seaview Street, which is the street immediately south of the 'Green Garage' roundabout at the intersection of Bangalow Road, Tennyson Street and Browning Street. The 2P time limit applies unless other parking laws apply - for example 1P or another time limit or restriction (eg No Parking) is signed, or you are a “Permit Holder”. Please take note of all parking signs.
During the SEPA time period, timed parking restriction will extend, where signed, to midnight in the town centre (ie currently they end at 6pm) and will be signed. Evening workers are encouraged to use the 4 hour Council car parks or to park in an area that normally has no time limit restrictions, and display permit. Those who reside or will stay, or work, within the SEPA are eligible for a SEPA Permit. Permits are available for collection weekdays from Council’s Mullumbimby office 1-24 December and BRSCC 15-23 December and from 29 Dec to 4 Jan. One person can collect permits on behalf of their household, place of accommodation or workplace. When correctly displayed, the SEPA permit provides an exemption from the 2P SEPA time limit
Key supporters of Safe Summer in the Bay
Road closures Road closures in Byron Bay for New Year's Eve include: • no parking from 6am 31st December 2014 in Lawson Street South car park and in Bay Street between Jonson and Middleton Streets; • Jonson Street will be closed between Lawson and north of Marvel St from 1pm, 31st December 2014 to facilitate the market stalls and Soul Street NYE event. All closures will conclude by 7am 1st January 2015. Signed detours will be available and delays can be expected. The taxi rank will move, for the duration of the road closure, to just south of the northbound bus stop (outside Medicine Wheel) near Marvel Street. only, noting that other parking laws and signs still apply and must be obeyed.
FREE all day parking at the Butler Street Reserve from 6am to 6pm from 29 December to 3 January.
Special Event Parking Area (SEPA) Byron Bay, 29 December 2014 to 4 January 2015 inclusive (Council endorsement 14-514, for definition of ‘permit holders’ see 14-561)
Belongil Wategos
Lighthouse
SEPA is from east of the Belongil Creek Bridge
Main Beach Clarkes
SEPA is from north of Seaview Street
Find out more at www.byron.nsw.gov.au 34 December 23, 2014 The Byron Shire Echo
Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au
NEW YEARS EVE in JONSON ST + RAILWAY PARK from 4pm
New Years Eve in Byron Bay this year will be a family friendly event again! Bring the kids and family out from 4pm onwards and venture through Jonson St which will be full of buskers, fire twirlers, drummers, Artisan stalls, food stalls, craft activities and face painters. There will also be a music stage infront of The Community Centre with numerous music acts + bands for most of the evening. Dont forget to check out the Circus shows in Railway Park and try out the Silent Disco. There will also be a jumping castle and childrens activities galore. Come down to the heart of Byron and celebrate with your community and visitors. This will be an alcohol free event to help keep our streets safe, family oriented and in support of Byron’s vision of reclaiming the streets on New Years Eve.
Dandyman The Pitts Family Circus Annie Plummer Sparks + Embers Megan Donnelly Ukelele Kids Sam + Nick Flamenco Guitar Kids Kyle Lionhart Samba Blisstas Drummers King Tide Band Cassette Flash Mob Dance Roving Chalk Art Spaces Helium Balloon Lady Spaghetti Circus Workshops Roundabout Theatre’s - Lolka Mojo Juju + TBone FunMakers Silent Disco Playful Public Art Sculptures The Amazing Flea Circus Beat Boxer Triple Nip Fire Twirling Show Spectral Boogie Safety First - Teeter Board Show BAY FM Live Broadcasting Crafty Market Stalls and Great Selection Of Food Stalls
NEW YEARS DAY at MAIN BEACH 5.15am-10am The early bird catches the first SUN! Come and be part of our early morning, family friendly event at Main Beach. Join us for our Community Intention, Crystal Bowls and Silent Sunrise Meditation with Katie Connolly at 5.15am sharp! Concluding with the wonderful sounds of Avishai Barnatans Sunrise Sound Shower as the first glimpse of the sun breaks through the skies. You are invited to partake in free yoga with Claire Evans or Qi Gong with Shirsha Marie on the grass. We will also have a prayer flag creation activity in the park! This is a way to celebrate the true Spirit of Byron Bay – peaceful, happy, healthy and inclusive.
Proudly Sponsored by:
First Sun is designed to capture the essence of Byron Bay – the beauty, healing, bliss, creativity and unique community that the Bay has to offer and to radiate this message for the year ahead. The event aims to deliver a clear intention for all of peace, respect, cohesiveness, inclusiveness and a united community.
Supporters : John Welch, Byron Bay Accom, Julians Apartments, First Response, McGrath Real Estate, Eco Chopping Boards North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au
The Byron Shire Echo December 23, 2014 35
WELCOME TO THE HOTEL CARAVÃNA.
IT CAN TAKE BEING AWAY FROM HOME, LONG HOURS SPENT IN TRANSIT, A LACK OF SLEEP, AND LANGUAGE BARRIERS TO MAKE YOU REALISE HOW GOOD OUR LIVES ARE IN AUSTRALIA Riding the highs and lows of touring, Caravãna Sun, you could say, had a big 2014. They were just back from gruelling European tours, had a band member retire and replaced by the almighty Ken Allars, and the band are taking it all in their stride, finishing the year with a gig at the Hotel Brunswick. Ant Beard is still catching his breath from the whirlwind that was 2014. ‘It’s been a pretty amazing year – it was our third trip to Europe. It was full on but really nice. Although it’s great to be back here; we have such an appreciation and gratefulness for our country and how lucky we are. ‘We had a few amazing experiences,’ said Ant. ‘In Vienna we were supported by a band from Austria with eight horns playing this authentic polka-styled music. When you get that really authentic music it’s incredible.’ Caravãna Sun could be from anywhere – their music traverses Spain, Greece, Mexico – anywhere the people really know how to party! ‘The reaction was awesome. Each country has its own culture of live music, from the Netherlands at outdoor festivals where they go crazy or in Austria where they are more reserved; the appreciation you get from people is awesome. The highlight was probably our last gig in Portugal at this tiny fishing village; we didn’t start till 4.30 in the morning! Even now online I think 80–90 per cent of the interest is coming from Portugal. It’s amazing to be here and have this huge market of people enjoying our music!’ Ant credits the magic of Caravãna Sun with the very natural way it all came together. ‘It all happened pretty organically and the actual band has been together for four years. It’s hard to underpin the chemistry. I could try and describe it in words but it’s hard. I think what comes through is that we have this respect for each other and the music. The four of us are walking in and dealing with other people’s energy so you have to stick together and look out for each other. I think you can see the respect and the love is a passed-around thing.’ The band are currently working on their third album.
A VERY FUNNY NEW YEARS EVE – FINDING OUT ABOUT
JOEL OZBORN! One of the weirdest things I’ve ever seen is… Akmal getting punched in the head by a woman in Rockhampton. Every new year I… make a New Year resolution I’ll never see through. What I wanted to stop doing last year was… making New Year resolutions. Apparently my most annoying habit is… not getting questionnaires done on time. I love it when… I complete questionnaires. My mother always says… why put off today what you could have done two weeks ago!
The night of decadence offers two dining options. Tickets $175 including buffet dinner or $240 including degustation dinner. Price includes complimentary drink upon arrival, dinner and Lisa Hunt’s Forever Soul show. A Blanches Bus service is operating during the evening, dropping off and picking up outside The Byron at Byron Resort. From 7pm Wednesday 31 December. Dress to impress. For bookings and enquiries 6639 2105 or reservations@ thebyronatbyron.com.au.
I am most comfortable when… I dance. I would describe myself as… a human being. My wife/partner would describe me as… her boyfriend. My perfect day is… yet to happen. My best gig involves… people laughing. My worst gig involves… people not laughing. I have nightmares about… not being able to get to sleep. If I could choose the soundtrack for my own funeral the playlist would feature… Warren Zevon’s Keep Me In Your Heart My greatest regret is… not doing something. The world would be a better place if… we all just got along. Tony Abbott is… the prime minister of Australia. I am most passionate about… indifference. If I could be a world leader for a day I’d… pull a sickie. When I’m old I am going to… get discounted public transport!
The band are particularly excited about playing Hotel Brunswick this New Years.
My greatest fear is… fear itself.
36 December 23, 2014 The Byron Shire Echo
‘I am very excited to be playing at The Byron at Byron this New Years Eve,’ said Ms Hunt. ‘It’s been more than a decade since I’ve done a hometown New Years gig. We’ve always been snapped up by the high rollers on the Gold Coast very early in the year. The setting is like a dream: under the stars, lush greenery, top-notch cuisine. Oh yeah, it’s going to be a fun but classy affair.’
When I dance… I’m alone.
When I wonder who I am… I’ll fear it’s the early onset of Alzheimer’s.
At the Hotel Brunswick on New Years Eve with Pierce Brothers. Doors open from 6pm and tix are $50.
DUBBED AS ‘THE PARTY’, THE NEW YEARS EVE EVENT AT THE BYRON AT BYRON RESORT FEATURES LISA HUNT AND HER FOREVER SOUL SHOW PERFORMING UNDER THE STARS.
The biggest disappointment for me was… wow, how long you got?
‘We are in the process of getting all the songs together. In a way they are writing themselves. A lot are a bit more Australian themed, taking a look at what it means for us to be Australian after touring for four years, and focused on contacting and being part of these small communities.’
‘I am sure this has been a well said thing among musicians around Australia, but anyone who has the pleasure of gracing the stage at Brunswick would have to agree: the connection with the crowd is amazing. I am trying not to talk it up too much, but this is a New Years that is hard not to talk up! It’s going to be a great gig!’
THE HUNT FOR NEW YEAR
The wisest thing I’ve ever heard is… don’t believe everything you read. Love is… all you need. Next year I am going to… Guatemala! Hear more of Joel Ozborn’s unique comedic world view – catch him at the Ballina RSL for the NYE Comedy Festival with Akmal, Greg Sullivan and Mandy Nolan. With a two-course dinner and music by Lou Bradley. Doors from 6.45pm.$64.90pp or table of ten (10): $62.90pp. Phone 6681 9557.
CASHING IN
CLUB BYRON PRESENT A NOSTALGIC WAY TO REFLECT ON THE YEAR THAT WAS WITH CASHVILLE, A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE JOHNNY CASH. With a career spanning 50 years, Johnny Cash released 96 albums and produced a raft of hits, drawing on his humble beginnings, strong Christian faith, humanitarian beliefs and stark observations of life’s ups and downs for inspiration. Cashville pays tribute to Cash and covers his lengthy career across various styles and periods of music including the many duets he performed with the love of his life, June Carter. 4–7pm at Club Byron this New Years Eve. Free
Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au
DEC 30 2014 - JAN 03 2015
FALLS FOR YOU PHOTO KURT PETERSEN’
WELL IT’S OFFICIAL, ALTHOUGH IT’S JUST IN IT’S SECOND YEAR BYRON FALLS FESTIVAL HAS SOLD OUT. FOR THOSE LUCKY ENOUGH TO HAVE THE HOTTEST TICKETS IN TOWN THEN IT’S TIME TO START PLANNING YOUR FESTIVAL….AND HEY, IF YOU ARE IN BYRON FROM OUT OF TOWN, WHY NOT CHECK OUT THE BEST AND BRIGHTEST FROM OUR LOCAL MUSIC SCENE. SEVEN GOT THE FALLS LOW DOWN WITH FIVE VERY UNIQUE LOCAL ACTS.
POTATO POTATO
PHOTO LYN MCCARTHY
SHAKSHUKA
What is your opinion of the local music scene? It’s great! A really artistic and cultural melting pot. Also being a prime destination for travelling and overseas acts we get to enjoy some fantastic music from around the world, right here on our doorstep. Why do you think Byron is a good location for Falls? Last year was the first time we’d played at Falls Fest, and the first time I’d been to the festival. It had a really nice vibe, not too hectic like some of the big festivals can be. It seemed to suit Byron Shire’s laidback but artistic feeling.
VERNA’S KEEP
What is your opinion of the local music scene? Thriving despite constant pressure to turn artists into entertainers.
What is your opinion of the local music scene? It’s this vibing bubble of goodness. So many artists from all walks of life can share their art and Why do you think Byron is a good location someone will fall in love with it. for Falls? Coz it’s a snug fit with what Falls is Why do you think Byron is a good location about – having a hoot and creating memorable for Falls? The beauty and culture of Byron, alone moments in a stunning natural setting with a is ridiculous. So when the art and music of Falls salty dipper near at hand. Fest are nestled into the hills of Byron, it’s Heaven Who are the artists or musicians who on Earth. influence you? Like everyone today we’ve got Who are the artists or musicians who an almost conflicting list of influences – from influence you? Asgier, Bon Iver and Cold Play to Santana, Miles Pat: Steely Dan Davis and Dr Dre to Eric Clapton, Gary Clark Jr Noah: Joey Bada$$ and Robert Johnson – it’s ridiculous. Louie: Erlend Øye Merryn: Nai Palm (Hiatus Kaiyote) Who are you looking forward to seeing at Falls? Salt N Pepa and Moses Gunn Collective, Who are you looking forward to seeing at Baby! Falls? Jamie XX, Joey Bada$$, Glass Animals, Tora, SBTRKT. Yeah Dawgs. It’s crazy. What are you most looking forward to about What are you most looking forward to about performing at Falls? The performance – the playing at Falls? To share our music in heaven preparation and practice, butterflies and the with angels who are yet to know our music. It’s willies, and plain old super-fun… but mostly going to be some holy shit. we’re looking forward to artist catering!
Who are the artists or musicians who influence you? Too many to name! Any musician with big heart, big soul, big integrity and the ability to express all of that through music. Who are you looking forward to seeing at Falls? I always love wandering around without checking the program, happy to be surprised, and discovering artists I didn’t know about.
Who are you looking forward to seeing at Falls? All the lovely peoples and livestock we met at Mullumbimbygrad, and Sting. Cannot be waiting for that. What are you most looking forward to about playing at Falls? Sharing a thermos of Bundy and Borscht with other very world-famous artisanal choristers and camp followers. Very much. Spasiba!
TORA
What is your opinion of the local music scene? The music scene here is cranking, so much talent coming in and out of this place. On top of the awesome venues locally, we’re lucky enough to have three of Australia’s major festivals in our shire. Why do you think Byron is a good location for Falls? A summer festival needs a beautiful beach nearby to make it perfect.
What are you most looking forward to about performing at Falls? Looking forward to playing our set of gypsy style music on NYE! Had such a great dancing crowd last year – always heaps of fun to inject some gypsy passion and high energy into the masses!
Who are the artists or musicians who influence you? I think every bit of music we listen to influences our music in some way or other. We’re constantly finding new music, but we spend most of our time looking for ways to sound different. If you were to ask me this a year ago I would have said James Blake.
DUSTYESKY
Who are you looking forward to seeing at Falls? Alt J, Jamie XX, Glass Animals, Asgeir, Joey Bada$$, Movement, Safia, Sticky Fingers…
What is your opinion of the local music scene? Not bad, you know. Nothing a little Russian male voice a capella won’t fix. Da? Why do you think Byron is a good location for Falls? Resemblance to suburbs of Vladivostok quite unmistakable. Hence great success! Honestly is uncanny. Who are the artists or musicians who influence you? Alexander Solzhenitsyn and the Splendid Pussy Riot. Also that Khrushchev for most excellent shoe percussions.
What are you most looking forward to about playing at Falls? I’m looking forward to the sound each time we finish playing a song.
SAE CRICOS Provider Code 00312F
GET INSPIRED SUMMERSHORTS 19 - 23 JANUARY 2015 Fun and hands-on 2-3 day short courses in digital media for 12-18 year olds. Learn the essentials of Animation, Digital Film, Electronic Music Production, Graphic Design and Live Sound at SAE’s Byron Bay campus this summer.
DEGREES, DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES IN:
REGISTER NOW sae.edu.au/events or call 1800 SAE EDU
Brisbane | Byron Bay | Sydney | Melbourne | Adelaide | Perth
North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au
The Byron Shire Echo December 23, 2014 37
New Years Eve at Falls is all about dressing up and having a laugh. This year’s theme is DEEP SEA DISCO. The best fancy dressed patron on New Years Eve has a chance of winning a custom made Bernina sewing machine! Keep your eye on the Falls Festival Facebook page for the competition. If you miss out, don’t worry - you can crack out the outfit again for the massive Fiesta Parade on Jan 2nd. This is one time you can come as the raw prawn!
Tyagarah SERVICE CENTRE
NOW WITH
24 HOUR FUEL Swipe-n-go Most cards accepted
OPEN 7 DAYS • Groceries • Fresh takeaways • Local produce
6am–7pm Mon–Fri, 7am–6pm weekends
Pacific Hwy Tyagarah 6684 2172
VARIETY VALUE Variety products at value prices
• Western Lantern – $14.99 • Air Mattresses: Single, Double, Queen, King $17.99 – $39.99 • Glow Sticks: 15 piece – $2, 100 piece – $9.99 • Camping accessories, tents & tent pegs, sparklers • 2 person tent – $24.99
Variety Value Hotline call Gary direct 0412 140 822
Next to IGA in Sunrise
Shop 7–8, 8 Bayshore Drive 6685 5998
38 December 23, 2014 The Byron Shire Echo
12.00
SASSY BONES
12.00
THE TWOKS
12.00
POTATO POTATO
11.30
SAMBA BLISSTAS
1.30
THE TWOKS
1.30
BUTTON COLLECTIVE
1.30
GREG SHEEHAN COLLECTIVE
12.00
THE TWOKS
3.00
WARREN EARL BAND
3.00
WARREN EARL BAND
3.00
THE UNDERSCORE ORKESTRA
1.30
WOOHOO REVIEW
4.30
BULLHORN
4.30
THE UNDERSCORE ORKESTRA
4.30
BUTTON COLLECTIVE
3.00
GREG SHEEHAN AND FRIENDS
6.00
THE UNDERSCORE ORKESTRA
11.00
SHAKSHUKA
11.00
WOOHOO REVIEW
4.30
WARREN EARL BAND
7.30
DJ CRUCIAL D
12.30
CRUCIAL D
6.00
BUTTON COLLECTIVE
9.30
BUTTON COLLECTIVE
11.00
THE UNDERSCORE ORKESTRA
11.00
WOOHOO REVIEW
12.30
DJ BEN
Along with the music there is a world of whacky, weird and wonderful to discover at The Village including performances by (check the blackboards each day): Acts of Absurdity, Bertie Page Clinic and the Swingin’ Saloon Dolls, Bollywood Dancers, Captain Ruin and Bam Bam, Ciel by Gabrielle Griffin, Kellie O & Mick Dick, Kiki and Pascal, Kiki Bittovabtisch, Leif Lyall - The Captain Syphilis Experience and Dr. Seth Greengil, Liam Power, Mae Wilde, Marion Conrow, Miss Belle Benét & Miss Josephine Benét, Miss Friby, Mr Boxman, Russia’s Best Kept Secret, Safety First, Samba Blisstas, Shep Huntly, Stafford ‘Ivory’ Smith, Suzy Leigh, The Cassettes and the Mixed Tape Crew 80’s Flashmob, The Governess, The Great Dave, The Houndstooths’ Drawing Parlour, The Valentines by Roundabout Theatre, Trent Morris 10minute disco.
4.30-5.15
DJ FLETCH AND TWERKSHOP INTRO
5.15-6.45
DJ WOODY ‘Hip Hop is 40’ AV show
7.00-8.00
BADBADNOTGOOD
8.15-8.45
TWERKSHOP
9.00-9.45
CLIENT LIAISON
10.00-10.45
SALT N PEPA
11.00-12.00
ALISON WONDERLAND
12.15-12.45
TKAY MAIDZA
1.15-2.00
KIM CHURCHILL
2.30-3.15
VANCE JOY
3.45-4.45
COLD WAR KIDS
5.15-6.15
JAGWAR MA
6.45-7.45
THE TEMPER TRAP
8.15-9.15
THE PRESETS
9.45-10.30
LA ROUX
11.00-12.00
EMPIRE OF THE SUN
12.20-1.00
HOCKEY DAD
1.30-2.10
THE KITE STRING TANGLE
2.40-3.20
STICKY FINGERS
3.50-4.40
MILKY CHANCE
5.10-6.10
SPIDERBAIT
6.40-7.30
CLOUD CONTROL
8.00-8.50
SBTRKT
9.20-10.30
JOHN BUTLER TRIO
11.00-12.00
ALT-J
2.30-3.15
FISHING
3.45-4.30
THELMA PLUM
5.00-6.00
KINGSWOOD
6.30-7.30
MEGAN WASHINGTON
8.00-9.00
DAN SULTAN
9.30-10.30
DZ DEATHRAYS
11.00-12.00
NORTHEAST PARTY HOUSE DJs Kleverkutz (afternoon) DJs Jack Shift (evening)
2pm to 5pm - Fiesta costume making, Indigenous Weaving, Crinoline Making, Woven Crown Making and 10am Acro-Yoga!
6:30pm Friday 2nd Jan
Print from Your Phone
THE ONLY PLACE ON THE NORTH COAST PROCESSING FILM!
Shop 4 The Plaza, 108 Jonson Street, Byron Bay – phone 6685 5877
www.photomagic.com.au
12.00-12.45
MOSES GUN COLLECTIVE
1.15-2.00
MOSMAN ALDER
2.30-3.15
ART OF SLEEPING
3.45-5.30
TORA
12.00-12.30
JIM LAWRIE
1.00-1.45
SAFIA
2.00-2.45
COMEDY - Urzila Carlson + Tommy Dassalo + MC Daniel Townes
3.00-3.45
REMI
4.15-5.00
ASGEIR
5.30-6.15
GEORGE EZRA
6.45-7.30
THE BLACK LIPS
8.00-8.45
MOVEMENT
9.15-10.15
RUN THE JEWELS
10.45-11.30
BIG FREEDIA
11.00-11.30
AIRLING
12.00-12.45
WOLF ALICE
1.00-1.45
COMEDY - Luke McGregor + Damien Power + MC Harley Breen
2.00-2.45
DMAs
3.15-4.00
GLASS ANIMALS
4.30-5.30
TYCHQ
6.00-6.45
TENSNAKE
7.15-8.00
BLUEJUICE
8.30-9.30
JOEY BADA$$
9.40-10.40
JAMIE XX
10.50-12.00
TODD TERJE live
Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au
12.15
CC THE CAT
10.00
CAI LAPLAW
10.00
WALRUS AND THE CARPENTER
10.00
LOUIE AND PATRICK
1.30
KELSEY STRASEKBARKER
11.15
MERRYN BOLLER
11.15
BERTIE PAGE
11.30
CC THE CAT
2.45
BERTIE PAGE
12.15
IT IS
1.00
DAN HANNAFORD
1.00
MERRYN BOLLER
4.00
CAI LAPLAW
1.45
MERRYN JEAN BOLLER
2.30
LOUIE AND PATRICK
2.30
MERRYN BOLLER
5.15
WALRUS AND THE CARPENTER
3.00
CAI LAPLAW
3.30
LOUIE AND PATRICK
3.45
LOUIE AND PATRICK
6.30
SAHARA BECK
4.00
CC THE CAT
5.15
CC THE CAT
5.00
IRIS
5.15
CC THE CAT
6.30
IRIS
11.30
WOOHOO REVIEW
12.00
BITCHIN HOT FAT
12.00
BUTTON COLLECTIVE
10.00
UNDERSCORE ORKESTRA
10.00
UNDERSCORE ORKESTRA
10.00
BERTIE PAGE
1.15
TORA
11.30
SOY DIVISION
11.10
VERNA KEEP
11.30
POTATO POTATO
2.30
UNDERSCORE ORKESTRA
1.00
TWO AGE
1.00
TESLA COIL
1.00
TORA
3.30
THE TWOKS
2.30
SHAKSHUKA
2.15
BULLHORN
2.30
UNDERSCORE ORKESTRA
5.00
COMEDY HOUR
3.45
GREG SHEEHAN COLLECTIVE
3.45
WOOHOO REVIEW
3.45
THE TWOKS
6.30
THE WOOHOO REVIEW
5.00
COMEDY HOUR
5.00
COMEDY HOUR
4.30
DUSTYESKY
6.30
SAHARA BECK
6.30
THE TWOKS
5.00
COMEDY HOUR
8.30
Manual wash bays & vacuum bays Open 24/7
OZIGO CARWASH BYRON BAY
NOW! Brand new OPENe ch eck Com it out!
automatic touch-free wash
0488 490 678 • BP Ozigo Service Centre Cnr Ewingsdale Road & Bayshore Drive
Lingerie - Fashion - Jewellery - Stockings
‘‘Always the Latest”
Open 7 days - 7 Park St, Brunswick Heads - 6685 1307
9.30
SKETCH THE RHYME
8.00
WALRUS AND THE CARPENTER
8.00
SKETCH THE RHYME
8.00
SKETCH THE RHYME
10.45
CRUCIAL D
10.00
THE TWOKS
10.00
GREG SHEEHAN COLLECTIVE
10.00
BULLHORN
11.30
SKETCH THE RHYME 11.30
TORA
11.30
WOOHOO REVIEW
12.30
ELEMENTAL DJs
DJ TIMBO
12.30
DJ BEN
12.30
NEW BRIGHTON TRADING POST
N EW Y S T O R E Open 7 days, 7am until close
✔ BOTTLE SHOP ✔ General Store ✔ Newsagency ✔ Bait & Tackle ✔ Post Office & Banking 50 River Street, New Brighton 6680 1102
ar nhem_clothing Shop 1/19 Lawson Street, Byron Bay PH: 02 66 85 78 94
North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au
OPEN EVERYDAY 9:30AM - 5PM CLOSED XMAS DAY
The Byron Shire Echo December 23, 2014 39
Funmaker Silent Disco will rock you throughout the summer all around the Byron Shire. Byron Bay , h h, ac Be in Ma at s ma Christ dnight Jan d n from sunset until mi 2 Dec ark h P t 9 2 y ilwnatil 1Am tival s a e R F s Fall ve s-unset u E s YeaBray from w e N ron y B
: Funmaker
funmaker.com.au
Funmakerau@gmail.com
Avishay
0415 846 406
FREE NEW YEARS EVE PARTY
NEW YEARS EVE at
dirty rock n roll & swamp blues ~ live on the deck 7 til late
W/ DJ HARDER (UK) Wednesday | 31st December | 2014
Live Music Jock Barnes Live From 7pm – Late 3 or 4 courses $59 or $69 Early Bird Special or Party Till Late!
triplejunearthed.com/artist/swamps
40 December 23, 2014 The Byron Shire Echo
head to the website for menus & bookings www.frankiebrown.com.au Open Wednesday to Monday 6 till late Breakfast Friday to Sunday 32 Lawson Street, Byron Bay. 6680 7474.
Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au
THE
RAILS
THE RAILWAY FRIENDLY BAR, BYRON BAY 6685 7662 THE FAMOUS RAILS kitchen Tuesday 23 Dec
MATTY ROGERS Wednesday 24 Dec
THE DAYS
Thursday 25 Dec
CLOSED XMAS Friday 26 Dec
WARREN EARL BAND Saturday 27 Dec
THE HARRY NICHOLS BAND Sunday 28 Dec
DEVILS KIOSK Monday 29 Dec
MARSHALL & THE PRIDE Tuesday 30 Dec
A LITTLE PROVINCE Wednesday 31 Dec
DAN HANNAFORD + LEPERS & CROOKS Thursday 1 Jan
CAMELTONES Friday 2 Jan
WELL SWUNG DADDIES Saturday 3 Jan
BRING ON THE DANCING GIRLS – JIMMY WILLING Sunday 4 Jan
CHUPAROSA North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au
The Byron Shire Echo December 23, 2014 41
GOT TO LOVE A WOMAN WITH SOUL What is the vision for Soul Street?
The lack of other local businesses seeing the value in supporting the event has been a real eye opener and pretty disappointing. We are trying to get the message across to them that a happy, drama-free NYE does affect the whole summer tourism vibe in this town and we need to make it enticing to families and the more chilled-out visitors and discourage the more unpleasant ones. If we achieve this, their businesses will benefit. I think these types of events really set the tone for this outcome.
We wanted to create a fun, safe, familyfriendly, alcohol-free event for locals and visitors. Who do you think are going to be the highlights? We have the kooky Dandyman, The Pitts Family Circus plus Spaghetti Circus doing fab circus entertainment, King Tide, Mojo Juju, Kyle Lionhart, a lovely new discovery Annie Plummer, Flash Mob Dancers and an Amazing Flea Circus as well.
MOUCHE PHILLIPS IS THE CREATIVE DIRECTOR FOR SOUL STREET, BYRON’S FREE NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY RUNNING IN THE PARKS AND BEACHFRONT OF BYRON THIS YEAR. MOUCHE TALKS WITH THE ECHO ABOUT WHAT’S IN STORE.
You have acts like Dandyman, King Tide Band and Mojo Juju that would usually attract a big ticket price, but this is free! How many people do you have capacity for where you have set up?
How has the community got behind Soul Street? Members of the community are so grateful there is something they can bring their families to as most have avoided NYE in town for years. So they are pretty excited. But to be really honest, we have had only about 10 local businesses who really saw the value and importance of this type of event happening and they have come out well to financially back it.
SILENT NIGHT
CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT IT’S POSSIBLE TO BRING LARGE GROUPS OF PEOPLE TOGETHER DANCING WITHOUT ANY NOISE? That’s what is planned for Byron’s Soul Street this New Years Eve when Silent Disco Avishay leads music lovers in the world’s most considerate dance party. Can you tell me what happens at a silent disco? Funmaker Silent Disco is a new way of having pure sober fun. I have it all set up in my 1981 HiAce van. A roof that opens up with 400 glowing headphones – three DJ decks inside the van and a lot of soul and passion in our music and funmaking. You get your headphones on and you get into a world of happiness. You can switch in between three different DJs who play three different kinds of music and you dance whereever you want. Literally! It’s silent. Our dancefloors are everywhere: Main Beach, parks, festivals, outdoor or indoor you name it. Beside the silent disco parties, I’m developing Funmaker – The First Social Technology Enterprise. Where we invent new technologies to unite people instead of technologies that separate us from each other.
GOONS OF GREAT NORTHERN The Goons of Doom are joined by Ocean Alley, The Badlands and DJ Chris Bradley at the Hotel Great Northern this New Years. A gig for people who like their music with a little edge. Here are some things you may not know about the GOD: The Goons of Doom are four childhood buddies from Sydney’s northern beaches who met on the very first day of school: Ozzy Wrong, Killerwhale, Vaughan Deadly and The
42 December 23, 2014 The Byron Shire Echo
Crimson Baquero, also known as Cowboy. All four enjoyed lengthy suspensions and ruthless canings for various indiscretions at school. And did you also know – the Goons of Doom have been ripping the fuck out of live shows for 10 long years. They’ve toured the world a dozen times and played at festivals such as Big Day Out, Falls and SXSW and they’ve also toured with, opened for or been on the same bill as a diverse range of acts including The Presets, Wolfmother, Hole, The Beautiful Girls, The Rakes, Pennywise, The Ground Components, Angus & Julia Stone, The Gingers, John Dillinger
It’s really exciting to be able to offer up great entertainment to people free of charge. I especially feel great for parents as we all know how much it costs to take kids out for a night. We had such a big turnout last year I decided to put the stage out in the middle of the street in front of the Community Centre, put the circus tent in Railway Park and Samba-Blisstas at the Clocktower.
How did you start doing it and where did they originate? I came from Israel two years ago with many dreams. One of them was travelling with a van and making music that reflects my experiences along the way. I asked Uri Nicholls, my dear friend/brother, to help me and build a music van. He took a pencil and measureming tape and a few weeks later, after many stages and improvements, we finished. The van was fitted, the headphones were on their way to Byron, the energies were great and we wanted to try it out. So we showed up on Main Beach on a Sunday night – it was my dear friend Tomas Schon’s Birthday. We celebrated his day and tried out the gear. It became an unforgettable night. I stood on the roof looking at a 100 people dancing freely and realised I had something pure with heaps of potential in my hands. What do people get out of participating? They get to meet people. They get to peel off some of the fear they have around social encounters and the fear of dancing. They get to connect with nature. They get to feel SOBER partying. They go back home and think, ‘I did something today. I affected someone’s life and my own. I grew.’ What kind of music will you be playing? We play all genres. Electro swing, Motown, gypsy and balkan, hip-hop, dance and house, trance, 50s–90s, and any requested music out there.
Who else has supported Soul Street?
The volunteers at the Community Centre have been helpful as usual, finding all the bits and pieces needed to make it special, and the two new girls at Council, Marissa and Claire, have been great. It’s wonderful having people now in Council who have event and producing backgrounds. It has made our job at BCC a lot easier. Tess, who runs the markets, is organising the stalls for the event and is such a joy and is my sanity when it comes to programming. She lets me know if my ideas are good or crazy. Paul Spooner, of course, for allowing us the opportunity to take the challenge. What should we expect for NYE 2014? Entertainment from 4pm onwards in a street full of colour, movement, music and performance from Byron artists and some out-of-towers who just love performing here. We want the town to be able to reclaim their streets on NYE, be able to relax, watch the fun and have a gorgeous night in the heart of Byron.
Music for me has no age or timeline. It’s eternal. Some people love nostalgia in their music and some love innovation and new releases. Some love a specific genres that makes them dance and some just like it all. No ages, no religion, no differences. People having fun. Tell me about your NYE Silent Disco in Railway Park? What should people expect? We usually party on Main Beach, Byron Bay. You can connect to our Facebook page (Funmaker) and see when and where our parties take place and also watch some videos and pictures. On Christmas Day, if the weather is good, you can find us on Main Beach as well. NYE is a whole different story. Like last year, when we did it next to the roundabout, this year will be at Railway Park. In the heart of all the wonderful activities that the Community Centre plans, we will be there to make 2015 sweeter happier. Three DJs, three channels, heaps of headsets and the option to dance in a 500m range around the van. Everywhere. We are always looking for people to interact and brainstorm with. So if you want to play music in one of our channels or you have an idea for us and want to join the global fun network, feel free to come and give us a hug. Look out for NYE Silent Disco in Byron at Railway Park this New Years Eve – one of the incredible experiences available free as part of Soul Street.
Escape Plan, Damien Marley & Nas, Mariachi El Bronx, and a whole bunch of other fucks too! Oh, and another thing: The Goons of Doom’s tattoos suck. Cowboy has a tattoo of rain but no clouds. Ozzy Wrong has a tattoo of stitches and dinosaur bones. Vaughan Dead has a tattoo that says ‘I went to the tattoo shop and all I got was this lousy tattoo’. Killerwhale has a tattoo of his dog’s name ‘Fizzy’ on the roof of his mouth. Do something you won’t regret and catch them at the Hotel Great Northern this NYE. $20 plus b/f.
Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au
New Years Eve Beach Party
As the sun sets on 2014, sip cheeky cocktails on the deck. Games, prizes, fun & frivolity! Get ya groove on with DJ Fitzwell FREE COURTESY BUS 7.30-9.30pm, 11-2am
Come Party with team Tav this NYE Happy New Year! Ocean Shores Tavern, opposite the shopping centre, Rajah Rd. Ocean Shores Ph. 6680 3222
Provincial Greek and Mediterranean Food Ocean Shores Country Club Orana Road, Ocean Shores
NEW YEARS EVE 4 COURSE DINNER 2 SITTINGS: 5.45pm & 8pm 4 COURSE DINNER:
SHARED MEZE PLATTER
Meraki’s infamous Greek dips with warmed Golden top pita, & wild Mediterranean olives marinated with garlic & oregano
ENTREE
CHOOSE FROM: Lemon Oregano Chicken tenderloins with rocket, crumbled goats cheese feta, & lemon oil Australian King Prawn cocktail with horseradish sauce Half dozen Sydney Rock Oysters served natural with lemon wedge Hand-Rolled Dolmades: Grapevine leaves stuffed with rice, served with tzatziki
MAIN
CHOOSE FROM: Byron Bay Pork Rib with seared scallops & burnt butter sage sauce & celeriac puree Grilled Fillet of Barramundi with blistered green beans & asparagus served with salsa verde & celeriac puree Slow Roasted Lamb served on a bed of confit garlic mash potato & roasted baby beets & balsamic glaze Roast Pumpkin & Mushroom Tart with caramelised onion, rocket, fennel, baby beets & truffle oil.
DESSERT PLATTER
Lemon myrtle cheese cake, flourless chocolate cake, almond & chocolate halva, strawberries & cream
$45 adults ($25 7–12 years special menu with gift) BOOKINGS – 6680 1809, pre-paid tickets only MERAKI BISTRO – Ocean Shores Country Club Orana Road, Ocean Shores North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au
NEW S R A YE
EVE
NEW YEARS EVE 4 COURSE SHARED FEAST Sittings at 6pm & 8pm Bookings 02 6680 1809
$45
CASH PRIZES
$1500 of Cash Giveaways Permit # LTPM/14/01334
NYE RAFFLES Win a Weekend Away! FREE KIDS CLUB From 6pm – 10pm HAPPY HOUR & 1/2 From 5.30pm-7pm $9 COCKTAILS ALL NIGHT FREE COURTESY BUS LIVE MUSIC
Greg Peterson from 6.30pm on The Deck Split Chicken from 8.30pm
LIVE
MUSIC
Orana Rd, Ocean Shores NSW 2483 Phone 02 6680 1008 Email info@oceanshorescc.com.au www.oceanshorescc.com.au
The Byron Shire Echo December 23, 2014 43
44 December 23, 2014 The Byron Shire Echo
n • ‘’ T h
e
•
ES
•
18 Marvell St, Byron Bay Ph 6685 6202 Dinner from 7pm at Bolo Ma. Bookings call 0419 127 738
ro
w lo’ Bo
Byron Bowlo
Club B y
g ns are sayin “Die-hard fa a C rter ash & June C y n n h o e J this BEST they’v e h t is w o h all’ Tribute S e seen them ’v y e h t d n a . seen ..
T 1927
Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au