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Wilsons Creek Road landslips – again Chris Dobney
Byron Shire Council’s aim to make Byron’s Jonson Street a family-friendly entertainment hub on New Years Eve worked a treat. No alcohol, very little rubbish and fun in spades ushered in 2015. Photo Jeff Dawson Eve Jeffery
Byron Bay might be losing its New Years Eve party town image after reports of a fairly incident-free night are anything to go by. Acting police inspector Adrian Telfer from the Tweed-Byron LAC said that to his knowledge there were no arrests in Byron Bay during the evening’s celebrations. He also said that the 30 to 40 po-
lice staff who were present in the town were not the only ones to have a quiet time, as it was in general a peaceful time across the state as similar reports had come from other precincts. The hospital still had a hectic night as is expected every year. ‘Byron District Hospital Emergency Department (ED) doctors and nurses had a busy new year period with a total of 153 presentations over New Years Eve and New Years Day’, said
a spokesperson for the Northern NSW Local Health District. As expected, many of the people presenting to the ED were affected by alcohol to some extent although they were all generally well behaved and respectful to staff. ‘Patients presented with a broad range of conditions and staff are congratulated for providing high quality of care in a timely manner.’ The Byron annex of the Falls
Festival was also very chilled by all accounts, despite a 26-year-old Brisbane man being found dead on the morning of December 31 at the festival campsite. A post mortem is yet to be released. Acting inspector Telfer said that there was an unconfirmed report that there were no sniffer-dogrelated arrests at the north Byron event. continued on page 2
Wilsons Creek residents woke up to an unwanted New Years present after flash floods in the early hours of January 1 caused a major landslip that once again blocked the only road in and out of the village. Repairs have only recently finished on two other landslip sites, the result of massive floods in early 2013. Traffic is down to one lane in each direction at the site. It is just a kilometre further up the road from the 2013 slip near the school, work on which was completed in October at a cost of $2.4 million. Byron Shire Council’s acting infrastructure services director, Phil Warner, said the slip had occurred on the upside of the hill, bringing trees down over the road; most have now been cleared. ‘As a precautionary measure, we have put traffic controls in place and it is currently single-lane access,’ he added. Wilsons Creek resident Michael Balson told The Echo that there was so much soil movement in the ‘massive slip’ that some of the trees blocking the road were ‘still standing’. The current slip is expected to cost $250,000 to repair but Mr Warner said Council would still need to go through the process of applying for emergency funding. ‘The whole process can take in the order of three months,’ he told ABC radio Friday morning.
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Keeping the wheels turning for mealtimes residences across the shire. Food services co-ordinator for Brunswick Valley Meals on Wheels Fran Leske says that meal deliveries are not the only service provided by the group.
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From its beginnings more than 60 years ago, Meals on Wheels has helped make it possible for many elderly or disabled members of our community to continue living in their homes and maintain their independence. Delivery of nutritious meals, social interaction and a friendly check of a client’s wellbeing by Meals on Wheels volunteers can help people live the lives they choose. In the course of a year, more than 14.8 million meals are delivered by more than 78,700 volunteers to about 53,000 recipients Australia wide in cities, regional and rural areas. The service, which operates from Monday to Friday, sees the local chapter deliver
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Local comedienne and Meals on Wheels volunteer Sandy Gandhi says that if medical marijuana were legalised in NSW the service could be renamed Deals On Wheels, but seriously, she loves helping out.
almost five hundred and forty meals per week in the Byron Shire alone. The Brunswick Valley Meals on Wheels service uses
the the invaluable help of more than 200 volunteers, about 98 per cent of its workforce. Meals are delivered to both centre-based programs and
‘We do lots of other things for people’, says Fran. ‘We do more than just deliver food. We take clients grocery shopping, to the movies, and we have a bus outing once a month. As long as it involves a food component, even a cup of tea and a biscuit, we can be involved.’ For information on how you can become a Meals on Wheels volunteer, phone Fran Leske on 6685 1498, or to find out about services phone Colleen Rake on 6685 1066.
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Byron’s New Years Eve was reclaimed by the community, resulting in a peaceful, friendly and fun evening for residents and visitors, mayor Simon Richardson says. ‘With a showcase of street artisans, music and dance, it was a celebration for the whole family. Most significantly we had no arrests on New Years Eve. ‘We celebrated in relative peace, with a dash of cool fun.’
He said that traffic was relatively light coming into town from Ewingsdale Road and that the town cleanup crews reported less rubbish left behind than in previous years. ‘They started in the early dark hours of the morning and in between the storms managed to get the rubbish off the streets and open by 7am – a pretty good effort! ‘This could not be achieved without the support of such groups as the local
police, Byron United (business chamber), Northern Rivers Arts, Byron Liquor Accord and Falls Festival Byron Bay,’ he said. ‘Once again, Mouche Philips and her team delivered a family-friendly event that saw locals smiling from ear to ear. Byron Shire Council would also like to thank additional key supporters, In the Pink Ice-Cream and Adhere Marketing for their funding of the Safe Summer in the Bay 2014 program.’
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$50m rail trail funding annnounced pears financially viable at the North Byron Beach Resort. He replied, ‘We are happy to consider proposals that involve retaining or using the rail infrastructure, but which meet the general principle of activating the corridor for recreational and tourism uses other than regular passenger services.’
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The NSW government announced Tuesday that $50m will be allocated to help establish rail trail pilot projects in an effort to ‘boost tourism’. Sections of the disused Casino to Murwillumbah and Rosewood to Tumbarumba rail corridors will be open to expressions of interest (EOI) from councils or business and community groups, the minister for small business and regional tourism, John Barilaro (Nationals), said. He signalled the funding with Thomas George (Nationals) local retiring member Don Page (Nationals) and his aspiring successor, Kris Beavis, at the Bangalow railway station on Tuesday morning. The funding is part of the $110m Regional Tourism Infrastructure Fund, which was announced in the last budget.
Public transport solutions needed But other candidates vying for the seat of Ballina all questioned what the government’s public transport priorities were. Labor candidate Paul Spooner told The Echo, ‘What our communities need is transport solutions, not a bike track.’ ‘Does the current government seriously believe that building a bike track while residents and visitors sit in ever-growing queues on Ewingsdale Road trying to get into Byron Bay makes good planning sense? ‘This is particularly insulting to the local community given the decision last year to give zoning approval to the West Byron housing development. Rather than splashing cash before a state election
NSW Nationals MP John Barilaro and rail trail advocate Cameron Arnold at the $50m announcement in Bangalow. Photo Jeff Dawson
in March, what makes more sense is for the state government to work in partnership with local councils to address the ever-increasing transport difficulties in the region.’ Independent candidate Matthew Hartley told The Echo, ‘The first step is to have a public vote on the issue.’ ‘We need a fixed debate period, with positions for and against posted on YouTube and in the press, and we should decide as a community by a ballot. I want to see the alternative options proposed for rail access in future. ‘Rail is going to have to come back to Byron and Ballina shires. That’s a technological reality. ‘A secondary safe use of the corridor makes sense, but the corridor equals trains, unless the magic money fairy is expected to buy us a new corridor, presumably by selling off more state assets, or hospital patients’ kidneys.’ Meanwhile Greens candidate Tamara Smith told The Echo that while she welcomes the investment, the government has failed to meet the need for public transport. ‘I support a multi-modal use,’ she said, ‘And this decision will not get cars off the road.’ Councillor Basil Cameron, a Trains On Our Tracks
spokesperson, said, ‘This is a disgraceful waste of public money. The National Party ought to be ashamed for pouring tens of millions of dollars into ripping up our tracks while the region desperately needs public transport. ‘Local Councils can be expected to wear the shortfall in funding and maintenance at the expense of roads, public toilets and parks elsewhere in the Shire.’
Barilaro replies The Echo asked minister Barilaro if he would promise to not remove the tracks, considering a light rail project ap-
No light rail The Echo also asked if the minister would have liked to see a light rail costing so the community could have weighed up the pros and cons. In reply, minister Barilaro referred to a press release by transport MP Gladys Berejiklian from April 2013, which supported the Casino to Murwillumbah Transport Study findings. However, Ms Berejiklian’s press release fails to mention light rail. Additionally, the transport study was widely criticised at the time for inflating figures, only examining a small percentage of the track and ignoring light rail as an option. EOI guidelines are available at www.trade.nsw.gov.au/rtif.
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Neo-conservative values challenged by newly launched think tank There are calls for public involvement in a new think tank to counter the rightwing neo-conversative narrative being pushed by governments and corporations. Ngara Institute co-founder and associate professor at Griffith University, Dr Richard Hil, says, ‘While there are a number of supposedly independent “think tanks”, research centres and institutes in Australia, the majority of these are sympathetic to neoliberal values and practices. ‘For obvious reasons, these organisations are reluctant to consider alternative social, economic and political arrangements and want to preserve the status quo’. Neo-conversative ideologies result in rampant consumption, overproduction, resource depletion, social and spiritual disconnection and atomised existence, Dr Hil says, so it’s time to look at how to improve the system as well as spreading awareness. Dr Hil says, ‘This system feeds off exploitation, environmental destruction, violence and militarism to achieve its ends, and in so doing, consigns millions of people to enduring hardship and poverty.’ ‘For those in the richer nations, a culture of hyper-competitiveness and narcissistic self-pursuit has taken hold, ensuring that the pain and suffering of others remains largely a distant reality. ‘Now more than ever, principles of kindness, generosity, compassion, care and
US NSA listened to and read the private correspondence of his ministers, and illegally withheld information, downloaded at their Pine Gap base located on Australian soil.’ ‘He was outraged that his tenure was terminated by the Queen’s representative, and he leapt into public debate about the constitutionality of that issue. ‘But he never directly addressed the role played in his dismissal by American spies and spymasters, men who truly believed then, as they Dr Richard Hil and Phillip Frazer will be in conversation still do, that they are the best January 14 at the Mullum Drill Hall. Photo Jeff Dawson managers the world could empathy have been overrid- of the home where Gough and should ever have. ‘In 1976, after Whitlam den by the imperatives of Whitlam was born and raised. was overthrown, I went to productivity, profit and ecoNew York and Washington nomic growth. ‘Voices opposed to this sysA launch for the project is in search of some of the tem – and there many of them planned on January 14 from weird characters and corpo– have to contend with the 6.30–8.30pm at the Mullum rations named in the leaked power of multinational cor- Drill Hall, and will feature documents that had undone porations, compromised poli- author, activist and legendary the Labor government. ‘I found shady operators ticians, lobbyists, universities publisher, Phillip Frazer. and the fourth estate which Mr Frazer founded Aus- unwilling to talk, and CIA together, support and sustain tralia’s pop-music paper Go- veterans proud to declare the current order of things. Set (1966–76), the Australian their delight at the demise of ‘As Australia’s first activist Rolling Stone (in 1972), and Whitlam the “socialist”.’ The Ngara Institute can be think-free-tank, the Ngara In- The Digger (1972–76). stitute fills the space that exists More recently he has found on facebook.com. for a national body that both worked with progressive popengages contemporary issues ulist Jim Hightower on the and supports and promotes Hightower Lowdown, which alternative ways of being.’ has around 100,000 US subDr Hil says Ngara is a scribers. term used by the Darug peo‘The discussion will focus ple, and means to listen, hear on the sometimes awkward and think. relationship between two ‘The Darug people con- neoliberal states: the US and sist of several clans stretch- Australia,’ Dr Hil says. ing from Broken Bay to the On Mr Frazer’s website Blue Mountains, down to the www.coorabellridge.com, Southern Highlands and the he says, ‘Initially, [Whitlam] Illawarra. It was also the name was shocked to learn that the
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Change of tune at Byron Music Byron Music, located at the southern end of Jonson Street, has new owners. Former Sydney music teachers Nick and Madelyn have just taken the reins from Craig and Leoni, who will be taking a well-deserved break. The pair moved up to be closer to Madelyn’s family, Nick says. ‘It’s been our holiday destination for years.’ All the staff will be retained, he says, and he is keen to meet all the local musicians and get involved with the community. ‘It’s the 30th anniversary of the shop this year and both Madelyn and I are turning 30 as well!
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Concerns for koalas after fire destroys habitat Luis Feliu
The bushfire which burnt out a large area of wetlands near the Black Rocks estate south of Pottsville last week has wiped out a large chunk of koala habitat but dead koalas are yet to be found, according to locals. The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) is investigating the cause of the fire which started in the Pottsville Wetlands on Christmas Day and raged for three days, with firefighters using a backburn to bring it under control.
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West Byron Sewage Treatment Plant powers up on renewables Byron Council’s carbon footprint just got lighter after a 50kW solar system was installed on the West Byron Sewage Treatment Plant, located on Bayshore Drive. Mayor Simon Richardson said, ‘Already an environmentally awarded STP and wetlands, the addition of solar power has just raised the bar again.’ He says the roof-mounted system is split over four buildings and maximises all available roof space. Council’s sustainability officer, Kim Mallee, said the
system will meet approximately 20 per cent of the daylight energy demands and while the energy supply is modest, the reduction in peak demand charges are anticipated to be significant. The projected 83 MWh of energy to be generated per annum from the system equates to 71.4 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions saved per year, says Ms Mallee. ‘This represents approximately 60 per cent of Council’s annual emissions reduction (123 tonnes) needed for this
financial year to progress towards Council’s 30 per cent reduction target by 2020.’ Cr Richardson added, ‘It’s a good start on reaching our emissions target and Council is committed to renewable energy sources on community buildings,’
Paid back in eight years ‘The system has a payback period of less than eight years and will save approximately $324,000 over the life of the system based on current energy price projections.
Nearby residents feared for their homes, while others including wildlife carers feared for the koala population in the 300-hectare wetlands, of which around 230 hectares were affected by the fire. The wetland area is known to have around 35 animals of the Tweed Coast’s total surviving population of around 143 koalas. RFS volunteers managed to save four koalas found on the eastern side of the fire where the backburning op-
eration was being carried out, and told media there could have been more in other parts they had no access to. Black Rocks resident Dave Norris could not rule out koala deaths and urged people to contact the Friends of the Koala 24-hour rescue and information service on 02 6622 1233 and/or the Tweed Valley Wildlife Carers on 02 6672 4789 if they sight koalas or other wildlife dead or alive in the area. Mr Norris told The Echo he spent a few days scouring some of the burnout area after the fire looking for koalas but could not find any, dead or alive. ‘It’s difficult to locate dead animals in the blackened charred landscape. Crows are hanging around, and there is an occasional scent of decomposing bodies of animals that did not survive,’ he said. ‘There were large areas where the canopy of tall gums was not badly affected, and koalas can survive if they retreat high into the canopy of tall trees, depending on the severity of the heat below the canopy.’
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Ballina Shire council will investigate grants, sponsorship and community partnerships to build an ocean pool. Greens councillor Jeff Johnson is leading the charge to build the pool at Shelly Beach and said he had been approached by a number of people asking about the possibility of an ocean pool. ‘Preliminary discussions between Council staff and Crown Lands have so far been positive and all indications are that it could one day become a reality,’ Cr Johnson said. Cr Johnson told the final council meeting for the year that there were about 60 ocean pools in NSW, although one hadn’t been constructed since the 1970s. However Cr Sue Meehan said the motion was a ‘real slap in face to people’ opposing a rate rise to fix the swimming pools at Alstonville and Ballina.
The Boomerang Alliance, which represents 32 environment groups, have welcomed moves by the NSW government to introduce a 10 cent deposit scheme on drink bottles and cans. National convenor Jeff Angel says NSW will benefit ‘environmentally, economically and socially’.
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NSW govt lagging over land claims: MP A delay in transfering lands that are part of approved Aboriginal land claims has been blasted by Greens MP and former Byron Shire mayor Jan Barham. She says it is ‘depriving Aboriginal people of significant opportunities for economic and social self-determination.’ ‘The latest auditor-general’s report on Trade and Investment shows that the Crown Lands minister has yet to transfer approved land
claims worth $719 million. ‘The failure to transfer land worth almost three quarters of a billion dollars despite the claims having been approved is holding up Aboriginal land councils from being able to engage in important work that would contribute to the wellbeing of Aboriginal people,’ Ms Barham said. Ms Barham added that as well as incomplete transfers of approved claims, the auditorgeneral estimated that at the
government’s current pace, it would take 122 years to clear the backlog of undetermined Aboriginal land claims. Ms Barham however welcomed the recent amendments to the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983 that would allow voluntary agreements to be negotiated as a way of resolving land claims, but warned that the ‘process should not be treated as a solution to the failure of Crown Lands in dealing with land claims across the state.’
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A medicinal cannabis-making workshop will be held in Nimbin on Saturday following ‘thousands’ of enquiries from across Australia. The workshop will take place in the Nimbin Town Hall and will cover extraction techniques, the latest legislation, nutrition and lifestyle. The NSW government last month announced that it would immediately fund three clinical trials on the use of the drug for pain relief, and that under the new guidelines, police will have discretion to not charge terminally ill cannabis users and their carers. But with no clear indication about how long those trials are expected to take, many people continue to turn to the
Hemp Embassy for help. Volunteers have told The Echo that they are fielding calls from across Australia from people desperate to get their hands on tinctures, raw cannabis products, or cannabis oil. Medicinal cannabis advocate Tony Bower, whose company Mullaways Medical Cannabis has in the past 12 years supplied tincture to more than 150 people, many of them children, has warned that supply remains a real issue.
Struggling to meet demand It’s understood that the medical-cannabis trials could take years before it’s approved for mainstream use. In the meantime, more and more people are turning
to ‘black market’ suppliers, who are already struggling to meet the rising demand. Mr Bower has warned that unless police stay away from this year’s crop, many people already using cannabis medications would be unable to source their medicine.
Amnesty called Other medical cannabis growers, who have asked to remain anonymous, have called for an amnesty from police helicopter raids until politicians clarify supply issues. Meanwhile, organisers of the Nimbin workshop said it would endeavour to shed light on the new rules operating in NSW, and how to make application to be on the terminal illness
cannabis scheme register. A Medical Cannabis Users Association (MCUA) spokesperson said members remained sceptical about the rate of change proposed by the government. ‘The MCUA endorses the workshop and members will certainly be attending,’ she said. ‘The usual cynicism and speculation abounds among the 3,700plus MCUA members, but they all remain staunch in their collective position to stand in defiance of the law that does more harm to society than good.’
Human rights She added, ‘health and human rights remain a core focal points for members’. The free workshop will run from 11am to 3pm.
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Poor performance rewarded There is no better measure by which to judge politicians and their (mis)management skills than a report by the NSW auditor-general. One was released recently, and it focused on trade and investment. The result? The Local Land Services (LLS) and the Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority (ILGA) stood out as very poorly performing departments. And as they didn’t provide any financial statements, the public has no idea whether its money is being used responsibly within those agencies. A cynic might even think there’s a rort going on. The minister responsible for LLS is Katrina Hodgkinson (Nationals) while deputy premier Troy Grant (Nationals) presides over the ILGA and another poor performer, the Game Council of NSW. With 63 agencies audited, the report says there were 129 reported misstatements across all agencies, while six 2014 audits were incomplete. As the auditor-general commented in the report, ‘Confidence in public sector decision making and transparency is enhanced when financial and performance reporting is accurate, timely and clear.’ It’s a reminder that poor managerial performance is often rewarded for unknown reasons; former Dubbo police officer Troy Grant was boosted to deputy premier recently after the resignation of Andrew Stoner. And perhaps the most important job in government – planning – was awarded to MP Pru Goward (Liberal) last year. As community services minister, she was blasted by the NSW Ombudsman over 75,000 cases of reported child abuse which never received a face-to-face assessment by a caseworker. Hans Lovejoy, editor
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ony Abbott kept his new year’s resolution simple: ‘To be a better prime minister with a better government and a more effective parliament.’ Worthy enough, certainly; but it’s a bit vague. Better at what? How, where and when? So far all the signs are that it’s still more about the message than the substance. Certainly there has been a lot of spin about Abbott’s consulting more widely, tidying up his office (apart, of course, from the implacable chief barnacle Peta Credlin) and reshuffling the ministers, reportedly to produce better communicators. But the hard core, the government’s determined and unpopular program, remains largely intact. The commentariat, of course, has plenty of resolutions for Abbott and his colleagues to fill the gap. The silliest is the one from the frothing conservatives: it is all about the opposition. If only the pig-headed and perverse Labor, Green and crossbench contrarians would abandon all their principles, pledges and policies and join Team Abbott all would be well. Among other absurdities, that would reverse centuries of the democratic adversarial system of party government, but sanity must prevail: the denialists must give way to authority! Slightly more rational is the perennial chestnut from Peter Reith: the answer is labour market reform – Liberal code for cutting wages and conditions. This is, to put it mildly, counter-intuitive; at a time when the profit share of the national cake is increasing while the wages share is reducing and the economists are warning direly about reduced living standards this recipe is only likely to be embraced by the business community, and not all of that. But the most frequent sugges-
tion, prompted perhaps by the release of Cabinet records from almost 30 years ago, is that Abbott should go back, not to John Howard, but to the old enemies: Bob Hawke and Paul Keating. In 1984 they hoed into the budget and got away with a massive reform agenda, so why can’t Abbott? Well, for a lot of reasons, actually. For starters Hawke arrived at the Lodge not only hugely popular, but generally trusted; Abbott is neither. And Hawke’s treasurer was a serious player; like him or loathe him, Keating was treated as a man to listen to. Abbott’s treasurer has been a reduced to figure of fun, a sort of cartoon Mr Moneybags.
they are overwhelmingly negative – not things the government has done, but things that the previous government did and which have now been undone. First and foremost, of course, is stopping the boats – a promise largely fulfilled. The problem is that even for its most vociferous supporters, it has made no discernible difference. The headlines may have changed, but life has not. In fact, security concerns have been heightened – not as a result of anything to do with the hapless asylum seekers, but because of real and perceived threats which have emerged in the real and perceived world, not in the fantasies and paranoia
If 2015 is to be the year of redemption, it will be a very hard road to both Damascus and re-election. by Mungo MacCallum But most importantly the Hawke government, while undoubtedly firm, was fair: after an exhaustive summit, the prices and income accord endorsed the principle of equality of effort and sacrifice. So when the nasty cuts began for the punters, the fat cats got hit with a fringe benefit tax to slash their own lurks and perks. There were big changes, but there were no ambushes and no trickiness. If Abbott ever had the nerve to attempt a similar course, he has squandered it in his first year. If 2015 is to be the year of redemption, it will be a very hard road to both Damascus and reelection. But any case there is no indication Abbott intends to change; instead he insists that the glass is at least half full, and there is plenty to celebrate. So let’s have a look at the core outcomes from his year of achievement. The first thing to notice is that
about an invasion of leaky boats. Still, stopping the boats gets a tick. And so does abolishing the carbon tax – but again, so what? Prices of everything, including electricity, continue to rise. If the foreshadowed bonanza of $550 a year for every household has ever been delivered, few if any have been able to trouser it. And as for abolishing the mining tax – well, no one cared about that except the rapacious miners themselves, and they managed to avoid most of it anyway. Then there was repairing the budget deficit, the debt and deficit disaster bequeathed, yet again, by the previous government. Self-evidently the position has got worse, not better, under Abbott’s watch and there are more dark clouds to come. It has now become clear that the problem was not just the stimulus measures put in place to cushion the worst effects of
the Global Financial Crisis; it had it roots on the reckless spending and unaffordable tax cuts – overwhelmingly for the wealthy – of the Howard government before it. The underlying structural deficit was already in place before Labor took over in 2007. Certainly overspending by Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard did not help, but nor have the extra commitments promised and in some cases splurged by Tony Abbott. A big fail on that one. Which leaves the only genuine positive among all the negatives: the somewhat belated rider to the 2010 mantra, building the roads of the 21st century. Even if this was a good idea in a world looking for ways to save and sustain energy efficiency, the hard fact is that there have been few genuine initiatives: much of the infrastructure bonanza had already been scheduled by Labor. And in any case it will be years before anything actually happens; for the moment all that can be seen is billboards and occasional traffic holdups. So much for the slogans. Over and above them, the Abbott government has completed some of the partially free trade agreements begun by its predecessors, but once again it will be a while until the benefits trickle down to the punters, if they ever do. So for all the ballyhoo, the sad fact is that there has been precious little in the way of real outcomes and achievements during the past year and not much genuine optimism about the next. And Abbott has started 2015 signalling that he is not really interested in advice anyway. One fervent admonition from a wellwisher was that he should spend less time abroad; so he immediately took off for the Middle East, because he could. How’s that for a resolution?
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Thank you, Echo, and especially Hans, for such open and honest commentary on our appalling federal ministers over the year, notably the unspeakable Morrison in the last edition. Also your coverage of our own Rose, and the ‘gang of four’ who have so obviously welcomed her into their ranks. I’ve been away and it’s a delight to come back to such forthright expressions of opinion; keep it up! Jenny Coman Bangalow
Holiday lets Allowing holiday lets indiscriminately all over the Shire takes equality to a ridiculous level. The majority of holiday lets (and the problems they bring) are in the immediate coastal areas of our shire – Byron Bay, Suffolk Park, Brunswick Heads. The hinterland towns do not promote themselves as holiday towns, preferring to attract the day tourists when it rains in the coastal resorts or the Gold Coast. Many people chose to live in the hinterland towns in preference to the coast to
Then, absentee landlords and investors will know where they are not welcome, leaving genuine residential buyers knowing where they can live without holiday letting despoliation. The new proposals make a lottery of home buying. Tony Hart Bangalow
For those who claim Upper Main Arm is not koala habitat, this healthy male in a blue gum was photographed three days ago on my property, 50 metres from my house. He is not the first koala we have seen but definitely the first to strike a pose. Peter Leishman Upper Main Arm avoid the resort life and its vicissitudes. To permit unlimited holiday letting in the residential zones of hinterland towns, apart from being illegal, will encourage holiday letting exploitation in these towns and ruin their quiet character. Please, councillors, if you must be party to undermining our zoning laws, be sensible and limit your illegal holiday letting proposals to the Shire’s coastal resort towns. After all, we have many other planning rules that differentiate our towns. Why can’t this approach be taken with respect to holiday letting?
To the residents in the vicinity of Mundurra Avenue and Balemo Drive: be aware, we have a thief in our midst. On New Years Eve a potplant was stolen from my front yard. Anyone having knowledge of the person who did this please read this letter to them as they are probably not intelligent enough to read it for themselves. If they return the potplant they can reclaim their empty Jack Daniels can. T Carlson Ocean Shores
Family violence It is the Family Court’s stated aim to provide the best possible outcome for the child(ren). In the cases your article highlights (Echo, December 30, page 6), it appears to have failed dramatically. I feel deeply for the children who seem likely to miss out on having a meaningful relationship with both parents. However, I do have concerns that your meaningful and important article may have unintended negative affects on families genuinely ‘broken’ by a history of domestic violence (unperceived by the community around
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More on the transport cycle Q Another festive season, and I cycle my daily commute to Byron Bay. I see a million traffic movements and hundreds of cycle riders negotiating below-par footpaths/shared cycleways or more likely joining the on-road traffic nightmare. To ride from Lilli Pilli to Sunrise through the middle of town on our now ten-year disused and derelict train line converted to a rail trail would be such a breath of fresh air, a much safer option for all, reducing injuries as well as a great asset to our region. Bring on the rail trail pronto. Ron Land Byron Bay
Q In 1964 the Southport to Beenleigh rail line was closed. Three years earlier the branch line to Tweed Heads was closed. Subsequently the National Party government sold off important parts of the corridors, so that when Queensland needed rail again in the Gold Coast area 30 years later it cost lots, around $10 billion in today’s money so far and on a similar alignment but not the exactly the same alignment as the old Tweed Heads branch line. The next section from Varsity Lakes to the Coolangatta airport is budgeted at $2.8B, meanwhile $1.6B has been
spent on the just-completed 13km light rail. So for people like Geoff Bensley (Letters, December 30) to blithely suggest we rip up the existing track that already runs through or near a large portion of the population of the northern rivers and build a new mythical line is an idealistic fantasy at best. By all means we could extend a line along the already existing corridor to Ballina, and extend the line onto a new corridor from Murwillumbah to Tweed Heads and the airport. There may even be a case to straighten and reroute
continued from page 9 not paid sufficiently to buy the products and services that they generate – so they have to be lent money so they can consume more than their income allows; this must happen to keep the system going, to keep the profits flowing and the workers working. That the loans – debts – need to be serviced by interest payments aggravates the shortfall in consuming power of the majority of the populace, in toto, and
leads to more borrowing for the interest payments can only be funded this way. Total debt must increase; the system is not sustainable – it is just mathematics. The impossibility of the situation brings to mind the old plantation song, ‘My soul’s in hock to the company store’ but now, as globalisation forges on, it is the global corporation that is after us – body and soul! For a detailed exposition on the workings of the
monetary system and how it might be changed, google ‘Ben Dyson – Positive Money – Meaning’ and spend just 20 minutes with the YouTube video from the Meaning Conference held in Brighton, UK, recently. You will come to understand just what nonsense our leaders and many economists are spouting. Colin Cook colin.cook@ greybeard.com.au Bangalow
parts of the line through Byron Shire over time, but to predicate this on ripping up the current line in Byron Shire, when it already runs so close or through all our major population centres, is crazy. Finally, am I the only one who thinks it will be really important to have an alternative way to get into Byron Bay (apart from the St Helena goat track) once Ewingsdale road grinds to a permanent halt when there are new traffic loads because of developments at West Byron and around the new hospital? Malcolm Price Mullumbimby
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My thanks to David Lisle for his letter to this newspaper of 30.12.14. I can confirm for him that I am not endorsed by any political party. I am among those who believe in self-government by communities, through independent representatives, with agenda and policy set via the democratic process. Wish me luck! David raised the subject of religion, and levelled at me the accusation of being anti-
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Islam. It is important to reject bigotry in all of its forms; however, I request that he re-read my words carefully, withdraw his allegations, and apologise. Islam has many traditions. Waleed Aly wrote, in his 2007 work People Like Us, that one might say there are as many forms of Islam as there are Muslims. That is an exaggeration, but not without some substance. There are, however, clear schools of jurisprudence, widely differing orthodoxies, and sharply divided beliefs into which millions of people fit themselves, or have been fitted. Some of the traditions of Islam are, in the context of modern Western civilisation, and many other schools of thought, unacceptable, vile, and deadly dangerous. In the Qur’an and hadith collections one may find high principles and noble purposes. One may also find examples of conduct which we see emulated, to the letter, by IS. That is a stone cold fact. It is not the duty, task, or prerogative of a political person to direct the spiritual life of any individual. It is, however, the absolute, unavoidable responsibility of politically engaged people to defend the lives, liberties,
netdaily.net.au and dignity of the citizenry. I often urge people not to believe me, to examine evidence for themselves, and seek opinions widely, before forming a view on anything I say, but I will declare these things: It is not criticism of religion to damn child marriage, paedophilia, and the grooming of children for sexual use, by any person. It is not criticism of religion to damn mass executions, beheadings, and slavery, by any group. It is not criticism of religion to reject terror, homophobia, the denigration of women, genocide, and the lust for conquest, from any creed. These things are crimes, and cults naming themselves religious are perpetrating them now. To pretend otherwise is to promote a lie. Matthew Hartley NSW state candidate Byron Bay
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Anyone up for a good read? Son of Hamas is the gripping life story of Mosad Hassan Yousef, the son of a founding leader of Hamas. This guy was in the thick of the action, beaten badly, imprisoned, and always risking his life to save the lives of others.
Walking south down Jonson St takes you away from the beach to the calmer southern end where the locals shop and hang out. There is plenty of parking on the street, in the carpark between Palace Cinemas and Woolworths and behind the shops. From here you can explore some of Byron’s best loved, locally owned businesses.
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maintain himself (or herself, if one is a samurette). So, a few minutes ago, I made a smoothie. I rose from my mossie-netted meditation, carefully donned my Godzilla t-shirt (too hot for the kimino) grabbed my wakizashi and wandered to the kitchen. Using the wakizashi (the smaller of the two swords all samurai must wear), I sliced a mango into three with a skill perfected over many days (three). I flicked the seed onto the overflow-
ing compost bowl where it promptly slid off yesterday’s seed and fell onto the beer bottle pile. Then, I deftly cubed the remains. I made a mango and banana smoothie with egg, yoghurt, rice milk and the stuff stuck to the blender from yesterday – the food of fat warriors doing nothing. Many scholars have wondered what the wakizashi is for. It is smaller than the regular samurai fighting sword (the katana) but deadly sharp. Some have suggested the
wakizashi was for close-quarters fighting (often) and seppuku (just the once). I have found it excellent for fruit dissection and toad cleaving. The Santa-season samurai always keeps his wakizashi sharp; toads are many in the modern period. So now I sit, wakizashi on the table (in case that mindless gas bottle deliverer, who smashed my zen concrete steps, comes back) and sip slowly at my smoothie. (It has a toady taste.) I’m tired. The Way of Doing Nothing during these final days of Heisei 26 (also known as AD 2014 or Aquarius 41) has so exhausted me I sometimes need to have a little samurai nap (meditation) in the morning as well as the afternoon. Such is the Way. It was a crazy year. A year when the emperor betrayed his people, when the world warmed even more, when the people – enfeebled by comfort and distracted by toys – abandoned the bushido in favour of the The Voice. But I feel change coming. I feel the bushido returning. In this Christmas Torpor Period, I let go of everything – work, household maintenance, even phone charging and shaving – to look deeply into the stillness, like a Zen master on Valium. What did I see? I saw… nothing.
been done in a week? We did keep on nagging but lacked the political nous to get things moving. At that pace, housing next century. We gave up and the grant was sent back to the state government. 2. In 1998 the AH committee initiated the idea of caravan parks and manufactured home estates as a practical way of providing low-income accommodation. Twelve years later at the August 12, 2010, Ordinary Meeting, expressions of interest from private landowners are reported and ten out of 15 are regarded by staff to have potential. Also, four of the six Councilowned sites identified in the strategy were assessed and considered to have potential. Four more years have passed and it seems nothing has been done to progress these projects. 3. On 26.11.14 I emailed Council asking why not. So far there is no reply and I am feeling perplexed that it has taken 16 years from our fully councillor-supported, initial idea to ‘no comment’, while so
many of us experience daily great hardship. Do some staff have a different plan – Impoverish and Disperse Strategy perhaps? Whatever, many are in crisis and despair who
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fter the rain comes the heat. I stay inside and try not to move. I am practised at this. When it was raining I also stayed inside. A samurai moves only when required. I am a samurai in meditation mode. I’ve been doing a lot of lying-on-the-bed meditation these past few days. After Yuletide encounters with family, a samurai seeks refuge in nothingness. After grandchildren speeding off their faces on Santa sugar and parents spiralling in a Moet rush, time has slowed to almost a stop (Einstein’s Special Theory of Relatives). So, here and now at my place, I do nothing. The grass grows, bottles pile, washing up teeters, but I care not. I do nothing because doing creates heat exhaustion. Yesterday I tried to do something: I wrote a few words before sweat wrecked my keyboard. Just a few words from a heat-delirious brain. Incomprehensible. Haiku. Not doing is the Way of the Holiday Samurai. Especially the Way of the Hot Holiday Samurai. Not doing is also the Way of the Now-Frugal Samurai who overspent on Christmas presents, organic wine and rice crackers. But a samurai has a duty to continued from page 10
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Does our council have an excellent Affordable Housing Strategy, perhaps one of the best? Or, is it a silly strategy that would help the wrong people continue to live here, a strategy to be ignored? It seems some Council staff think something like the latter and are passively blocking its implementation. Three examples: 1. In the year 2002 a grant was received to do a feasibility study for housing on a Council-owned site. Supportive staff did most of the work on that, and it happened easily. However, the next step was deemed to be soil tests for a toxin thought to be there, and the person responsible for that took nine months. Surely it could have
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But, yesterday, sitting on the toilet, I had some insights. Actually, I read them in Hagakure (The Art of the Samurai) compiled by Yamamoto Tsunetomo in the early 1700s. So, dear warriors, I offer you these bushido maxims for the new year:
Victory or defeat is a trivial matter. Civilty is the etiquette of the samurai. Everything is in the present moment. Oh, and one should clean one’s wakizashi after toad cleaving.
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Welcome to FuzzBox: have a nice day, okay? Shred Potomac
Hi. Glad to see you’re posting on FuzzBox. I’ll be monitoring your comments throughout the day. This will help the Corporation construct a marketing profile of you and by association your friends, your FuzzBox buddies. It helps refine how the Corporation can get you the products you need, sometimes even before you know you need them. There is also the loyalty arm of the Corporation. I pass data onto them as well. Their main concern is order and peace and finding elements inclined towards terrorism, which is the major thorn in the Corporation’s butt apart from stock price fluctuations and rogue executives. The Corporation doesn’t mind so much if you say rude things about them. Everyone indulges in a little armchair dissent: middle-class consumers bitching about the revolution they’re starting by signing an online petition. Funny stuff. Talking about funny stuff, the day kicked off with someone posting that old cartoon by Mark Anderson. Two dogs are sitting in a fancy restaurant, an expect-
ant waiter standing nearby. The male dog says, ‘We’ll both have the homework.’ It got shared a few times. I like it. It reminded me of back at school in Dogvomit, Missouri, or wherever it was, where teachers think all sorts of things which have no import in the real world are of major significance. Like the Late Book. When we arrived late for class we had to write in it our name and a reason for being late. It proved a real stimulus to creativity in the senior years. ‘I tripped over a polar bear on the way.’ And so on. We got punished of course but by then we were budding nihilists with incipient beards who couldn’t give a fuck. When homework became real work, the Corporation sorted us out. I also monitor the digital news outlets. The Corporation likes to know how its media releases are being used, which bits go down well with journos, which bits don’t, which bits attract the greatest attention from the punters. There are algorithms which shape the latest releases to suit but sometimes the maths are overridden by the wishes of
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Ma Qun, the second seed at the by Ian Rogers Australian Open which began in Play at Byron Services Club, Mon 7pm Sydney this week, lost in just 10 moves to an Israeli IM. At the recent World Youth Olympiad in Gyor, Germany was Groningen Open 2014 seeded third but finished well White: Ma Qun Black: D Raznikov down the field after their top Opening: English player Alexander Donchenko left 1.c4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.d4 cxd4 Hungary after the first half of the 5.Nxd4 e6 6.a3!? A sophisticated modern tournament. move, though 6.g3 and 6.Ndb5 are reliable Thanks to the world body alternatives. 6...Be7 7.g3 Qb6 8.Nb3? FIDE’s late confirmation of dates Remarkably, this natural move loses material by for the Youth Olympiad, 16-year- force. 8.Nc2 and 8.Nf3 were both fine for White. old Donchenko had already com- 8...Ne5! 9.e4? Giving up a pawn immedimitted to compete in the overlap- ately with 9.c5 was the best chance. 9...Nfg4! 10.c5 Qxb3!! 0-1 An early resignation, but after ping Groningen Open and did 11.Qxb3 Nf3+ 12.Kd1 Nxf2+ 13.Ke2 Nd4+, not wish to break his word to the White will finish two pawns down for nothing. organisers. Donchenko’s decision to par- Q The latest world rankings, ticipate in the traditional end-of- released on Thursday, see youth year tournament in the north of continue to rise, with only two the Netherlands was rewarded in over-30s in Australia’s top ten. Zhao Zong Yuan remains spades when Donchenko streeted the field, which included 13 number one by a large margin from fellow Grandmaster David Grandmasters. Donchenko’s 8/9 score was two Smerdon while 13-year-old points more than he needed for a Anton Smirnov continues his Grandmaster result and was the inexorable rise. The top seven in the Australian sort of breakthrough result from a junior that Germany has been list are currently in action at the Australian Open in Castle Hill, searching for for many years. The biggest shock of the Sydney. Games begin at 1pm and Groningen tournament came may be viewed online via www. when Chinese Grandmaster ausopenchess.com.
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the First Rank, the upper echelon of the Corporation. We also look out for individual thought patterns, when a journo manages to create something original – not often – or expose something the Corporation does not wish exposed – very rarely. The First Rank cannot control natural disasters, at least not the ones it doesn’t create itself. The most-viewed disaster this month was of a young Chinese couple out the back of Xinjiang province, probably the equivalent of Dogvomit, Missouri, whose humble
house caught fire when parts of a telecom satellite dropped onto it from space. Amazingly a passerby filmed the thing on his phone and uploaded it to OurSight, where the viewing went viral, ballistic. You could see a flaming mass descend at very high speed, demolish the roof, explode and splinter the house while the young couple and their 6-year-old boy were blown through the front wall onto the dirt street. Their dog was incinerated. As was their cat. They had only a few scratches and cuts but looked like shit as
they stood there, trembling and weeping. The citizen videographer also shot the Corporation’s logo on what was left of the satellite, so the First Rank rushed its emergency response unit to the dirty street, where they rebuilt the unfortunate couple’s house twice as strong and twice as high, with solar panels on the roof and badged with the logo in a muted blue on the top level. They even bought the couple a new dog and a new cat and stuck five thousand American dollars in a bank account for them. They then took photos of the repaired and smiling couple and posted them to social media sites, including FuzzBox of course. Mission accomplished. That’s one of the things I like about working for the Corporation. It’s the ability to do good. As well as spy on people and sell stuff. While in Dogvomit, Xinjiang, the Corporation team bribed
a few local officials and set up a contract for a bottling factory for the Corporation’s own branded carbonated beverage, Hello Sugar, which will bring greater revenue and brand loyalty to the little township, as well as introducing them to the benefits of the global free market. The other thing I like is, while I don’t get paid a whole lot, my Corporation wage supplements my age pension and enables me to buy more good quality wine, coffee and chocolate. And I can do the work from home. All you need is a good satellite connection. We old people make good spies as we’re invisible to most people, anyway. So be nice to the old guys, if you do happen to notice them, shuffling around the supermarket aisles, okay. They’re probably deciding what to report about you to the Corporation or slipping a GPS tracker into that box of cereal you just bought.
Investing for a better world Simeon Michaels
I’ll start with my confession: I’ve been involved in the ethical investment industry for 15 years, and I can’t say whether I found Confessions of Ethical Investing, by Kassia Klinger, immensely enjoyable for personal reasons, or because it’s a highly entertaining and informative read. Klinger ricochets though her life story and the ethical investment industry around which it has revolved; from
a failed marriage to caring for an ageing parent, from a sharp analysis of fees charged by mainstream fund managers for doing little more than mirroring the index, to the personal bravery of ethical investment’s pioneers. Klinger does not attempt to convince the reader that ethical investment is the right or smart thing to do; she simply takes you on her journey with conviction and abandon. The structure is chaotic, sentences corkscrew
through several unrelated topics before colliding into a full stop, and it could have easily spun into entropy were it not for two things: Klinger’s passion for life, good causes and ethical finance illuminate every page, and her willingness to bare her ardent misfit soul stitch
the book together beautifully. On the final page, Klinger graphs her ethical investments against the relevant mainstream benchmarks, making this book an excellent introduction to the essence of investing for a better world. Available at www. palmerhiggs.com.au.
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offee beans are making and breaking the banks of many an ardent grower. Bean counters are more than just over-protective accountants; they’re the growers, the roasters and blenders behind the bright young cafe owners that every day face caffeine addicts like me and maybe you. I admit that while others were stashing food away for the Mayan end of days, I was stoking an oversized commercial espresso machine I kept running in my garage for an exceptional morning macchiato. All the brouhaha was short lived as my electricity bill came and I wished it were the ‘end of days’.
Ipod I hark back to a time when coffee was predominantly served from tins and when, ironically, the big corporate coffee companies were buying the best Arabica beans the world could provide for coffee powder. The only thing that remains the same today is that these companies still have dibs on the best beans the world can grow. Sheer buying power I suppose. Though, if you’ve passed a Nescafé pod shop, they’re especially ‘trying’. Stiff white shirts, dark wooden cabinets and walls decorated with recyclable pods that scream ‘classy’ as you run out the door to escape the zealots fronting these nouveau podderies. So, in these somber times when a boutique coffee roaster is flogging their wares to a handsome boutique cafe, they’re generally very staunch and serious about their trade indeed.
A weak excuse In the 80s such care and consideration for the fabulous brown nectar was all but non-existent. I operated my first cafe during this time. It was situated in Balmain – Café de la Rue was my baby. This was a well-patronised cafe of the day. Overlooking Sydney Harbour and the Harbour Bridge, it had a distinct French feel created mainly through its large outdoor balcony, gingham napery and the ever-yapping population of small dogs sitting between large plump legs under tables. Flanking the interior wall was a mural depicting a 1900s French cartoon with dogs pooing, cockroaches walking up walls, bow-tied and moustached waiters smashing plates. This was a ‘trendy’ place in the 80s; and what about the coffee, I hear you ask. At the time, we served the stuff in tankards with two litres of milk, high-rise froth and a fleck or two of unintended coffee grounds to garnish. I had to leave the cafe urgently one day and, as I was stuck for a replacement, my teenage niece was in town and ensured me she knew her way around an espresso machine. She replaced me that day, and when I returned to thank her, I noticed she was making a coffee and hadn’t put the coffee in the filter. I quizzed her on this, she replied ‘Oh, really? I thought it added the coffee automatically.’ Not one of my cafe regulars noticed; neither had any other innocent customer complained
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during the hours that coffees had been served all fluffy with just a strain of coffee in them. If a cafe did the same these days, it would be tantamount to committing assault and probably just as serious a response would be levelled at the proprietor.
The shameful bad old days Nowadays, through a steady diet of reality TV and gourmet snobbery of the sort that educated
taste buds expound, our coffee is some of the finest to be found anywhere in the world. One of the few lucky ones that had someone looking out for me upstairs, I was accidentally trained in the fine art of coffee by one of the world-weary Bar Italia brothers of the East Sydney cafe district. He dragged his deep black underlined eyes into me one bright Sunday morning and, like a gangster lifting his sunglasses a few centimetres, he said, ‘Maaate! I love this place,
but you don’t know the first f—ing thing about making coffee… I need to show you how it’s done so I can keep coming here – okay?’. I rose to the challenge and the rest is history. The resultant evolution can be seen in cafe society here in the northern rivers and anywhere where cafes group together. The folk being served daily are either blissfully unaware that they’re spoilt for choice or, like me, are trying to forget the shameful bad old days of the Aussie coffee house.
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hat do you do when you have everything? The spiritually minded could perhaps meditate and become one with the universe – it’s not hard really; apparently you’re not one with the universe until you’ve lived apart from it awhile. You then spend your time concentrating on reuniting with it? Both of me are exhausted just thinking about it, though at least we’re going to be busy pondering these questions. If the metaphysical is not your bag, then how about relaxing with a book while hanging in a hammock, a cool breeze washing over you; and if all else fails why not buy into a thriving sevenday-a-week cafe? I once saw an advert for the sale of a cafe/restaurant down on the famous walkway on Circular Quay in Sydney. It was selling on the premise that it was open 24/7, 365 days per year. How much were they asking, do I hear you ask. Considering this was in the 1990s, it was priced in excess of one million dollars. Go figure. A punter like me thought, ‘Why the hay would you want to spend the next years of your life on call all hours? Keep the money and move to Byron Bay.’ Work-life balance and hospitality businesses don’t always align. So, imagine owning a cafe/restaurant that has what seems to be a neverending flow of patrons. Byron Fresh Cafe in Byron Bay has literally cornered the market when it comes to being in the spot of least resistance for foot traffic. The Bay Lane and Jonson Street corner would, pound for pound, be as popular a walk-by as the proverbial Pitt Street. Folks from all walks of life pass by on their way up toward the beach or for a Beach Hotel beer or event. When I heard that the owner wanted to get back to the original idea of his Fresh Cafe, natural and healthy menu items, you do wonder why you’d bother changing. Is it that you’ve had too many hungry campers over the years and you’d like to shake it up a little, get some zing back into your relationship with your business? The truth is, I’m not sure about any of this – I haven’t spoken to the guy who owns the place, so it’s all just postulation at this point really.
Top: Cornering the walk-in market. Left: Fresh fish of the day. Right: Fresh special fritters. Below right: Fresh Deli board. Photos M Michaelis
When you’ve come across one of the best locations in the Byron Bay area, after a while you must get a little bored with the constant flow of people to-ing and fro-ing. Customers to the left, customers to the right and the notion of position, position, position is revealed in all its glory. These retail positions are sought after by those in the know and anyone with half a brain. Fresh is fat on the best piece of culinary real estate that you could ever want. It literally corners the market where tourists are concerned. So, for the locals we have the return to its original underlying concept when it was one of the first to do healthy menu choices in the area. They have the coffee down pat here with a good Campos and competent baristas on hand so, a blow-in or not, you’ll have a great cup here. The new menu has a range that draws from local fresh produce and delivers popular choices that the crowds will approve, no doubt. Breakfast includes the abovementioned well-made Campos coffee, organic and freerange eggs, freshly squeezed juices and a good concentration of organic products:
smashed avo, fresh lime and ing $21; confit Bangalow thick organic sourdough $11; pork belly with spicy chorizo, spicy caramelised mush- caramelised apples, jus and rooms on organic sourdough apple puree $31. The atmostoast with lemon zest, ricotta phere itself is fun in that you and roasted organic tomatoes can walk in and have mul$11. Lunch and dinner follow tiple levels to be seated at. suit with interesting fresh se- Looking down and over the lections (L) zen burger len- diners below on street level, tils, chick peas, avocado, swiss or in a booth a step higher, or cheese, tomato, capsicum rel- perhaps watching the parade ish and hummus, organic and pass with the flanking corner gluten-free buns available $15, tables – al fresco or comfy with fries $18; (L) a fresh deli inside spots. I’m not quite sure why we board – sliced prosciutto, sopressa, marinated olives, humans do the things we do hummus, danish feta, roast sometimes, though I do repeppers, eggplant and warm spect the sheer industry of those who put in the energy bread $22. I tried the fish of the day, and keep it up year after year. a grilled salmon cooked well, This popular place is defiseared and ‘grilled’ pink – nitely keeping it ‘Fresh’ for crisp and still moist (usually its clientele – 7am until 11pm hard to manage). Dinner I – seven days per week – 365 haven’t had though it looks days per year. good and includes dishes the Byron Fresh Cafe likes of: pumpkin and feta Fully Licensed frittata with spinach, tomato, 7am–11pm, 7 days grilled turkish bread, pesto 7 Jonson St (cnr Bay Ln), and local organic mixed Byron Bay leaves $16 (also a lunch 6685 7810 choice); wild rocket, pear No reservations and goat cheese $15.50, with www.byronfresh.com prosciutto + balsamic dressByron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo
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Debra has spent the last four years writing, sourcing, reinventing and perfecting these delicious recipes in order for all coeliacs to enjoy great-tasting gluten-free food that Debra and her guests have been eating for the last 13 years, since being diagnosed with coeliac disease herself. My Gluten Free Gourmet Kitchen Cookbook by Debra Maloney is filled with new ideas for every occasion from everyday meals to entrees, mains and desserts. In 260 pages there are 177 recipes, all nicely photographed complete with food presentation and styling tips.
Debra Maloney, chef author.
Gluten-free spinach & feta pie with a crunchy potato topping These pies are freezer friendly and can be made in advance; then you will always have something at home for that quick and healthy meal. There’s no need to bake the pies before freezing; just cover them and freeze.
Ingredients
When required, take the pie out of the freezer, remove the cling wrap, place in a preheated oven at 180°C and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. You’ll need six small round pie pans (12 centimetres or about 5 inches in diameter) for this recipe.
BANGALOW
(Makes 6)
1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large white onion, peeled and finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 250 grams frozen spinach, thawed and liquid removed by squeezing 2 eggs, slightly beaten 200 grams feta cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated 1 tablespoon matured cheddar cheese, grated
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1 extra egg, slightly beaten, for egg wash 2 large potatoes, peeled, boiled and mashed Method 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. 2. Take one serving shortcrust pastry out of the refrigerator, remove the cling wrap and roll out between greaseproof baking paper; press into greased pie pans, prick with a fork and set aside. 3. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over low heat, add onion
Enjoy our balcony restaurant, intimate dining room and generous bistro food in the pub. With reasonable prices our menu reflects the wonderful local and fresh produce of the region. SMH GOOD PUB Large groups welcome. FOOD GUIDE We also offer off-site catering. 2013 AND 2014 www.bangalowdining.com
Rae’s Fish Cafe
Overlooking the beautiful Wategos Beach, Rae’s Fish Cafe is the mustvisit restaurant while you’re visiting Byron Bay. WINNER OF
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Freshly ground salt and black pepper, to taste
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and garlic, and fry until just cooked.
½ teaspoon freshly ground salt
4. Remove from heat and mix in spinach, eggs, feta cheese, parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, salt and black pepper.
½ cup margarine 1 egg
Method 1. In a large mixing bowl, sift gluten-free cornflour, soy flour and salt; rub in margarine with fingers until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
6. Top with mashed potato. 7. Brush the tops with a little egg wash. 8. Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve hot with a fresh salad of your choice, or on its own.
Full Cocktail & Wine Bar. Extensive Menu Includes Tapas, Mains, Desserts and Famous Woodfired Pizzas. 25 Childe St, Byron Bay 6680 9452
Come and try the all new summer tapas and mains menu with a few old favourites. Fresh cocktails in the bar. And always presenting incredible live music in Byron’s most intimate performance atmosphere. Check our website or facebook for the gig guide. facebook.com/treehouse.belongil treehouseonbelongil.com
Red Bamboo @ Byron
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7 nights from 5.30pm Lunch Wed - Sat Fully Licensed BYO Wine Shop 10, Feros Arcade, Jonson St, Byron Bay 6685 6737
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4. Wrap in cling wrap, and refrigerate for 2 hours before using. 5. Roll the prepared pastry out between 2 layers of greaseproof baking paper before cutting to required size.
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Shortcrust pastry Ingredients 1½ cups gluten-free cornflour ½ cup soy flour
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Italian at the Pacific Open for Dinner & Cocktails 7 days from 6pm till late Next to the Beach Hotel Bay Street 6680 7055 italianatthepacific.com.au
Cafe Oska 1 Carlyle St, Byron Bay Mon–Sat 8am–4pm From December Wed–Sat 6.30pm–10pm 0416 887 884 www.cafeoska.com
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3. Beat well with an electric mixer until combined.
¼ cup water
5. Spoon the mixture into the prepared pie pans.
2. In a separate small mixing bowl, combine egg and water, then add to sifted flour.
Happy Chilli Garden Open 7 days 12pm till late Byron St (opp Aldi) Byron Bay P 6680 9191 F 6676 4869 M 0403 516793 happychilligarden@hotmail.com
Italian at the Pacific provides a bustling atmospheric restaurant, dishing up contemporary inspired Italian cuisine and some of Byron’s finest cocktails and wines.
Exotic World Cuisine African and Caribbean Specialities Join us for a flavoursome journey in Byron Bay.
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The book can be ordered online at www.debramaloney.com.au, or bought from selected bookstores.
Dishes you should try: Fish Kreol, African and Jamaican Goat Curries, Vegetarian curries.
Hong Kong chef specialising in Chinese and Malay foods Special $10 Menu - Changes Daily -Includes soft drink or water Open every day over Christmas and New Year from 12pm until late BYO Dine In / Takeaway / Home Delivery Available
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St Elmo is a place where you can enjoy great company, first-class food, sophisticated cocktails and an extensive wine list. St Elmo is plating up modern Spanish cuisine to be enjoyed amongst friends and family. Our menus change regularly and feature daily specials.
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Superb Japanese and Italian food.
@ the Bowlo Wed-Sun 18-20 Marvell Street,
Byron Bay 6685 6202 0487 427 611
END OF YEAR PARTIES & FUNCTIONS Bare Foot Bowls & Dine @ Bolo Ma - functions up to 180 with stage & dance floor in the club. Dinner Wednesday to Sunday
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Italian
Dinner every evening 5.30-9.30pm
Here the curry pastes are freshly pounded to leave your palate dumbfounded.
5/2 Fletcher St, Byron Bay 6685 5151
Here the ambrosial meals are cooked to order and the scrumptious cocktails and mocktails thrust you into a land of wonderful tales.
11 Marvell Street
Hog’s Breath Cafe
Hog’s Breath Cafe’s menu just got better with some mouth-watering new steaks, salad, pasta and an abundance of delicious dessert selections. As usual, the diverse menu also offers chicken, seafood, snacks, burgers, ribs, kid’s meals, a range of Lite Options, plus their famous Prime Rib Steak – slow cooked for up to 18 hours for maximum flavour and tenderness. Kids eat free Mon – Wed nights and you can grab lunch for just $9.90, so there’s something to please the whole family.
The Balcony
Open 7 Days, 11.30am-2.30pm Dinner from 5.30pm 9/4 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6685 5320 www.hogsbreath.com.au
O-Sushi Coolangatta The Strand, Marine Pde Dr 07 5536 5455 Byron Bay Woolies Plaza, Jonson St 02 6685 7103 Broadbeach The Oracle, 12 Charles Ave 07 5570 2166 www.osushi.com.au
Legend Pizza Open 7 days 9am till after midnight Shop 1 Woolworths Plaza 90-96 Jonson Street 6685 5700 www.legendpizza.com.au
Muoi’s Feast Dinner: Mon-Sat 11 Fletcher St, Byron Bay Bookings Essential 6685 7557
Cafe/Restaurant
Breakfast/Lunch: 7 days from 7am Dinner: from 5.30 pm Tuesday - Saturday
Byron Bay 6680 9960 targabyronbay.com
Happy Hours 4-6pm week days Cnr Jonson St & Lawson St, Byron Bay 6680 9666 www.balcony.com.au
Holiday opening hours: Open every day except Christmas Day
Ginger Pig Breakfast , lunch and dinner 7 days Cnr Marvell and Jonson Sts, Byron Bay 6685 7320
Outdoor dining area. Easy parking. Eat in or T/A, licensed, open 7 days a week. An award winning Japanese fusion cuisine bringing you the best sushi.
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Open seven days 7:30am till late Coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, functions and weddings. Fully licensed. 1 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7632
Salt Village, Kingscliff 6674 4833 dining@fins.com.au Dinner 7 days Lunch Fri, Sat & Sun
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Salt Village, Kingscliff 6674 4833 dining@fins.com.au Dinner 7 days Lunch Fri, Sat & Sun
Bombora Bar & Grill Cafe
A range of menu packages for your SPECIAL EVENT
Open 7 days for Breakfast and Lunch, with Dinner Thursday to Sunday. 50 Pacific Parade, Lennox Head, East Ballina
Phone 6680 7632 functions@fishheadsbyron.com.au www.facebook.com/Fishheadsbyron.com www.fishheadsbyron.com.au
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La Table Happy festive season!
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Wed to Sat - 7.30am till late Breakfast/Lunch Sun to Tues - 7.30am till 4pm 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay Reservations 6685 7663
Success Thai
We will be closed from December 22 and re-open Monday January 12.
Cafe 6684 2220 Resto 6684 2227 www.latable.com.au www.facebook.com/ la.table.byron
Come and enjoy our freshly renovated beach vibe dining with head chef Patrick Hobbs and his team.
Spice It Up Thai Restaurant
Great value fresh tasty food with cold beer on tap, and a selection of cocktails and wines available.
Open Wednesday-Sunday Dine-in or Takeaway 5:30pm 6684 2209 Mullumbimby Bowling Club
Cocktails and tapas hour - All cocktails $12 4.30pm to 6.30pm Wednesday to Saturday
SPECIAL $10 LUNCH AND DINNER MENU
Open 7 Days 12pm till Late 95 Jonson Street, In the Heart of Byron Bay 6685 5009
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Lemongrass Dinner Mon-Sun Lunch on weekdays Shop 3/17 Lawson Arcade Phone orders welcome 6680 8443
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Thin Crust Pizzas, Delicious Pastas & Salads Juices & Good Coffee
The only exclusively Vietnamese restaurant in town, this intimate space spilling out into a courtyard offers up fabulous dishes packed full of herbs, spices and varied textures. The traditionally light and healthy style of cuisine ensures the freshness and natural tastes of food are preserved as much as possible. It’s a popular spot so bookings are recommended.
Full menu on our website.
Every Sunday night in our POP UP Japanese restaurant Izakaya we offer SAYONARA SUNDAY. A set banquet menu (5 dishes) for $29 p. person. From 5pm New cafe lounge bar and grill in Lennox Head near the beautiful Lake Ainsworth and across the road from the beach. Tables are set amongst the tropical gardens on the front porch with glimpses of the ocean. Fantastic food and refreshments with a convenient takeaway coffee window for your early morning fix. Great food, drinks and friendly service in a peaceful island style setting. Ease on down to Bombora. Private function hire also available.
French Bistro/Bar - Fridays from 4pm & Saturdays from 2pm Come and spice up your night. Experience the real taste of Thailand. Using local produce, local staff. Free courtesy bus provided for pick up and drop off! 20 years’ experience in the art of Thai cooking.
Harvest Café, Bakery and Deli sprawls across three lovingly restored buildings in breakfast. lunch. dinner. the historic town of Newrybar, 15 minutes 18-22 Old Pacific Highway from Byron Bay in the Byron Hinterland. Newrybar NSW 2479 Showcasing the wonderful diversity of our region Harvest create fabulous fresh, 6687 2644 local, and organic food sourced from local artisan producers and the restaurants harvestcafe.com.au own gardens & farm.
CELEBRATIONS Celebrations Catering By Liz Jackson
Classic & Modern Cocktails Quality Wines Group bookings & Larger Parties
From Nori dusted sashimi with caviar to Portuguese style seafood risotto, preserved lemon lamb or crispy skin duck breast
Harvest
All your favourites every lunch and dinner Mon-Fri 12-3pm Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh Dinner 7 days from 5pm. delicious Thai food for you. 3/109 Jonson St, Byron Bay Fully Licensed and B.Y.O. for wine. Open Xmas & Boxing Day Welcome for lunch, dinner and take-away. Closed NYE www.facebook.com/pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469 6680 7798
Santé
We have just launched an entire NEW MENU.
Organic Botero coffee served with organic milk • Artisan coffee merchants, take home whole beans or freshly ground • Extended selection of daily baked savoury & sweet treats • Private licensed area for business meetings & group functions
72 Burringbar St, Mullumbimby
www.lusciousfoods.com.au
Aquarius Dining and Café
Open 8am to midnight Serving food all day from 8am New retro lounge bar Relax and use your FREE Wi-Fi Sit on our deck in the sun all day Live music and DJs: see Echo Gig Guide
Izakaya
Muoi’s Feast has created a strong following since opening in 2003. Winning numerous awards for its international cuisine, the Asian section of the menu is the predominant favourite. Enjoy for dinner.
Luscious Foods Mon-Fri 7.30am–3pm Friday night 6–9pm 1/6 Tasman Way, Byron Arts & Industry Estate BYO & RSVP 6680 8228
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Fishheads
Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner with the best views from our first floor balconies in the heart of Byron Bay. Authentic tapas menu from midday till late every day. Why not stop in for one of Byron’s best cocktails or a glass of wine from our award winning wine list. Relax on a comfy daybed with a cool ocean breeze and the coolest vibe in the Bay. Please view our menus and make a reservation online www.balcony.com.au
EWINGSDALE
Traditional Thai
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Mon-Sat: 4pm til late. Sun: 4pm til 10pm. Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426
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Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management
Bangalow Catering
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Professionally catered weddings, parties and functions from pool-side to paddock. Serving delicious food prepared from wonderful fresh produce. www.bangalowdining.com/catering
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MUNGO’S CROSSWORD
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| LIVE MUSIC...P22 | SOAP BOX...P22 | STARS...P24 | CULTURE...P24 | CINEMA...P26 | GIG GUIDE...P27 | How do you approach a song? I find a song usually approaches me. Songs just seem to pop up when they want to. It’s very rare that I say ‘right, I must write a song’ and then sit down and write one. Most often, I get the chords first then the melody appears. I will play with that, then a couple of days later the lyrics start to form and I get the idea of what the song is about. The lyric writing is more crafted; I’ll come up with words intuitively and then, once they’re down, I fine-tune those to pull them into shape. I often record ideas straight onto my iPhone or computer and then play them in the car on a loop and work on the song as I’m driving, or in the kitchen. I really feel that writing a song is totally intuitive and it’s a highly enjoyable process, because it feels totally effortless when I’m completely in the flow. I used to work in advertising and I had to come up with ideas for TV commercials on the spot all day. That was stressful, having to be creative ‘on demand’. Whereas, with writing a song, there’s more freedom just to create when the time is right.
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE
STONE LOU VAN STONE COMBINES
HER MUSICAL TALENTS AND SPIRITUAL CONNECTION INTO SOUNDS FROM THE DIVINE SOURCE.
A classically trained soprano, she has also performed with some of Australia’s leading names in jazz. Lou merges different styles and influences to create a unique sound that’s inspired by her love of mantra and sacred sound. Described as a ‘celestial musician’, Lou taps into the divine source, bringing forth captivating melodies and a powerful healing energy. She is one of the featured artists at Starlight Festival at the Bangalow A&I Hall from Thursday to Sunday.
Tell me what it feels like when you sing. When I sing I feel my mind completely switches off and everything just comes into balance. It really brings me into the present moment. It’s just the breath and the note and I can feel the vibration throughout my whole body. The way I breathe when I sing helps me to relax and the feel calm. I also feel incredibly alive and exhilarated when I’m singing. I especially love to sing using a microphone with certain effects such as reverbs and delays. I like the way that it feels, like singing in a bathroom or in a church with amazing acoustics. It feels so rich and full; that’s why we all love singing in the bathroom because the sound of our voice travels back to us so we can feel it through our whole body. Singing for me is like coming home; I always feel like I’m in the right place at the right time when I’m immersed in my music.
Writing a song is a mixture of intuition and trusting what is coming through and then also there is an element of intellectual input, organising and refining the raw creative elements and pulling them into a structure that works. I also really enjoy the recording and production process. Working in the studio is the next creative stage and is as intuitive as the writing process. Things seem to evolve with a life of their own.
Do you believe music is healing? I truly believe that music is one of the strongest forms of healing available to us. There is scientific proof that the nervous system communicates through sound and therefore any form of sound going through the body will have a profound effect. Sound is matter, therefore when sound enters the body it is permeating every cell. For example, if you sing a simple note into someone’s body, it can reach all sorts of areas, like a laser. It’s musical surgery. Music can be used very specifically for healing an individual or a group. Also the very act of singing itself can bring about profound healing in the singer. Even just humming a single note can make you feel very peaceful straight away and can bring you into a sense of oneness and peace. Certain frequencies are also very powerful and can bring about healing states in people. I’m very interested in conscious electronica where people are utilising certain frequencies to raise people’s consciousness and vibration.
Everyone has their own sound and resonance and to hear your own voice coming back to you is very healing. The area of chanting mantra is also very powerful. Because the mantra sounds are ancient they are like a direct line to divine energy. Chanting and singing deactivates the parietal lobes of the brain and pulls the focus to the frontal lobes, which brings about a feeling of unconditional love and peace. It’s such a wonderful way to unite people and creates a profound sense of community.
How did you combine your musical talent and your spiritual connection? My spiritual connection and my musical worlds are intrinsically linked. I have a daily meditation practice that I consider part of my music practice. I feel I connect very deeply on a spiritual level through music. I also love the way that music helps me to push through any limitations I have. I have to come out of my comfort zone, travel, meet new people and always be thrown into new experiences. So on a personal-development level, music really helps me to grow on a daily basis. It is helping me to become the best version of myself I can be. When I am doing anything musical, I’m truly following my path, I’m in alignment with my purpose. Song is a powerful healing tool. It doesn’t matter what genre of music it is, it’s possible to have an intense spiritual experience through any music that resonates with you.
What should we expect from you at the Starlight Festival? I’m really looking forward to being part of the Starlight Festival again. It’s such a great event and it feels like we are all part of a big family. I will be playing live conscious music every day, creating a calm and peaceful vibe in the festival space. I will also be running SoundBath Sessions, where festival-goers can come in, lie down and experience the healing power of sound. During the sessions, I will also be giving people a chance to learn how to their own voices for healing. It’s certainly going to be an amazing weekend; there are so many inspirational speakers, workshops and exhibitors. I can’t wait. . Starlight Festival is a local community event promoting spirituality, awakening and wellbeing, through participation in workshops, talks, with local practitioners and healers. Thursday–Sunday at Bangalow A&I Hall 9.30am–5pm daily
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then appoint yourself as ‘Cockhead: Minister for Women’ that you would have some sort of response ready. A list of bullshit things you’d done such as improved pap smears by insisting doctors use velvet-covered speculums, created government-funded valet parking at supermarkets and installed candles and cushions into Parliament to encourage female participation.
THE EDGE OF THE SLEDGE As a vagina-bearer looking back on 2014, I wondered just what our illustrious minister for women, or as I like to call him, the cockhead, has actually done for us the nation of the penisimpaired. Turns out the cockhead kind of forgot that he’d pledged to improve our lot. That’s what it means being minister for women. You’d think if you were arrogant enough to spend decades showcasing your misogyny, and
Oh I guess we shouldn’t be too hard on him; after all he did double his female representation on the front bench when he appointed Sussan Ley to the health portfolio, thus upping the number of women from one to two. While it’s an increase of only one woman, if you do your stats you could say it was a 100 per cent increase. So what has he actually done for us? When asked this very obvious question on breakfast TV, Abbott, sorry, Cockhead, responded by telling Lisa Wilkinson he’d repealed the carbon tax. ‘Women are particularly focused on the household budget and the repeal of the carbon tax means a $550 benefit for the average family.’ How thoughtful of you, Cockhead. Although I haven’t seen that $550 and when the tax department asked me for my quarterly payment last week they outright refused to take my $550 carbon tax money in lieu of cash. I explained to them, ‘Cockhead said that it went back into the family budget. If I pay my tax today
I’ll have to take it out of my family budget. It was on the telly. Cockhead said we get $550 back.’ Oh, sorry, not real dollars. Just an average guesstimate of savings over a year on all the carbon-heavy polluters that I use. So I can pollute more at less cost. That doesn’t feel like I’ve won anything. In fact, if anything, I feel like I’ve lost. I am a mother of five, and if you want to do something for me as a woman and as a mother then I’d rather have less access to using polluters cheaply. I would prefer to know that my children have a future. I know, how petty. I would also like to know that my country is a leader in environmental responsibility. That they were tough on getting corporations to lower emissions and that the government was serious about meeting carbon reduction targets. That would be good. That would be a win for women. Because, Cockhead, believe it or not, we find it a bit dismissive of you to infer that our major concerns are centred entirely around the household budget. What, it’s 2015 and according to the minister for women we are not capable of thinking beyond the price of dishwashing liquid and bananas? Our retarded female grasp of the economy is limited to what’s on our shopping list. This seems to fit perfectly with Cockhead’s previous assertion that we only understood power with the aid of an ironing analogy. Apparently if you want to use less power you need to turn it off. Who would have thought. Listen, Cockhead, most of us women haven’t ironed for over a decade and the only way I’d iron your trousers would be if you were still in them.
Some of us actually give a shit about the greater good of not just our household, but our street, our community, our town, our country, and even our world. That’s why we want more women in politics, so eventually cockheads like Cockhead will stop patronising us with gifts of lipstick and fresh nylons so we can be made up and perfect when Cockhead gets back from his hard and difficultto-understand penis work. (Basically as far as I understand it, I think the penis work is Fucking Everything Up and Everyone Over, but I’m just a woman struggling to understand life outside my kitchen.) So, Cockhead, let me start 2015 by saying THANKS FOR NOTHING. And before people get incensed by my continual referring to our PM Tony Abbott as Cockhead, please be reminded that it was only a few days ago at an afternoon tea at Kirribilli House for Australian and Indian cricket teams that he joked about his time as a cricketer at Oxford University. ‘I couldn’t bat, I couldn’t bowl, I couldn’t field, but I could sledge.’ Wow, nothing’s changed. As far as I can see he has no vision, he can’t listen and he can’t lead. But he can, by his own admission, tear down everything that was ever good about this country. Yes, he can sledge. And while he’s my minister, I’ll sledge him. After all, he’s given every woman in Australia a good reason for PMS: Prime Minister Sledging. Go for it, girls.
GOING MAD FOR THE PROFESSOR
Last issue I had too much Xmas cheer and mistakenly used a photo of the Black Keys as ARIA award winners Sheppard. How I managed to mistake two thirty-something grunge masters with six under-25s I don’t know. I can only say it was too much cold turkey.
NEIL JOSEPH FRASER IS MAD PROFESSOR, A GUYANA-BORN DUB MUSIC PRODUCER AND ENGINEER LAUDED FOR HIS ORIGINAL PRODUCTIONS AND REMIX WORK.
This is a pic of Sheppard that I should have used last week!
MARMALADE MUSIC
He is considered one of the leading producers of dub’s second generation and instrumental in transitioning dub into the digital age. Mad Professor is gearing up for a gig at Durrumbul Hall on Saturday 17 January from 6pm.
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How did growing up in London in the 80s influence your passion for music? London is a melting pot of different cultures. And in the 80s they were so many different people of different backgrounds meeting up we all rubbed off something on one another. What is it about dub and reggae that audiences find so compelling? I think it’s a combination of the ethnic culture of the Caribbean, blending with the experimental of technology as inherited by King Tubbys. What do you look for when you are doing a remix? Firstly to hear something original. What have been the turning points for you in your career? The starting of the studios, and the launching of the live dub show.
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Wild Marmalade celebrate the release of their new album Flux at Hotel Brunswick this Sunday afternoon. Joining forces with Tijuana Cartel’s astonishing flamenco guitarist, Paul George, Wild Marmalade’s power duo of didgeridoo and drums reaches a new dimension with this potent and melodically rich collaboration.
Do you think in the next 10 years there will still be vinyl? Where do you see music heading? Vinyl will always be here, but not at any significant level.The people who really love vinyl can be satisfied once they are willing to spend a little more than the digital folks. What should we expect for your local show? Anything! TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM http://www.kupromotions.com.au/?p=1509.
During the height of the European summer Wild Marmalade delivered an exceptional series of concerts across seven countries. Uplifting, inspired, human-powered dance music unparalleled in the world today. Hotel Brunswick on Sunday from 4pm. Free.
TOP SCORE! Dance in the new year this Thursday to the gypsy, jazz, Balkan tunes of The Underscore Orkestra, direct from the USA, at the Byron Brewery. This sixpiece band has a sound likened to a mix between gypsy rock big guns DeVotchKa and Gogol Bordello (but just not quite as manic). Special guests direct from the festival circuit, Miss Friby & Co (Melb), will spice up the night with some bent burlesque and vaudeville mayhem. Described by UK comedian Dawn French as ‘strange and frothy, original and fresh’, Miss Friby is as accessible to the burlesque virgin as she is to the seasoned pro. The exotic flavour continues with tribal bellydance duo, Suadela, direct from Ireland, who will perform with the band and local dancers Ishtar. Tickets available online at www.wildhoneyevents.com. Pre-sale tix $18 + bf or $25 at the door.
DUSTIN THOMAS MEDICINE Byron Bay is no stranger to the talents of Dustin Thomas and his infectious blend of beat-box/soul folk. Stepping away solo from Nahko & Medicine for the People, Dustin is armed with a voice, a guitar and universal anthems of faith, love, and war. This young artist continues to inspire hearts around the world on his mission of music, joy and peace. Friday at the Byron Brewery from 8.30pm. Free.
SHAKE YOUR SKANK This is the return of the Boom Faya Family at the Byron Brewery’s beer garden! This time even stronger, more epic and troublesome than ever! On the menu is the wicked original 4’ 20’ sound system crew representing the Monday night fever at the Ginger Pig, together
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His album Start Livin’ has the same approach. It’s a celebration of everyday themes, and was recorded holed up in a southern California studio for seven days with his longtime bassist Matt Grundy – and no-one else. ‘It was kind of interesting,’ admits Frankenreiter. ‘I didn’t know what to expect from day one. First day when you are in there, you hope the decisions you make are on the path that puts you where you want to be.
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There was a new guy engineering; Matt didn’t know the songs, but we recorded Shine first. From the beginning we got a formula: I’d sing and he’d pick up an instrument and sing. Just two vocals and two main instruments, then we’d build up from the track. I felt that I was really part of the track. It was a live take; we did the song three times, and we always used the first or second take because I always felt they were the freshest.’ Frankenreiter enjoyed the autonomy of being at the helm and making decisions in a fuss-free environment. ‘It was fun not having anyone else in there saying I think you should do this or think you should do that. We were doing two or three songs a day; I had never done anything like that – it felt good. I remember once I spent months on a record; by the time I sang the song I was sick of it… after 20 takes!’ Start Livin’ is a love album. ‘Most of the songs are about my wife and our two boys, and the life that we’ve built together in Hawaii.’
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Ku Promotions present a sumptuous evening of Catalonian and gypsy music with Woodford favourites, Baix Empordà and The Romaniacs at Coorabell Hall on Saturday 24 January. Presenting a selection of habaneras and tavern songs from the Catalonia region of Spain, Ricardo Balil and his daughter Tania share the stories of Catalonian fishermen and sailors. Ricardo Balil, who retrieved these songs straight from the taverns in the Costa Brava more than 50 years ago, brings these precious melodies all the way from Catalonia to Australia in an emotive performance next to his daughter Tania Balil. Tania has a
‘It was fun recording them. I didn’t play them during the two years since I wrote them – I wanted to keep them fresh. Writing songs for me doesn’t come easily; it usually takes me a couple of years to write an album. Songwriting is a particular thing. I couldn’t sing about anything; I have a good groove but I couldn’t just sing about apples and oranges. ‘I think about the story and about what has to be said – but then you never want it to be too literal either…’ For Frankenreiter, the essence of Start Livin’ is most fully captured in its opening title track. Accented by handclaps and stick-in-your-head harmonies, Start Livin’ is a feelgood, uptempo call to ‘celebrate tonight’. To me the most beautiful thing about this record is that it really reflects who I am today,’ says Frankenreiter. Start Livin’ means stop worrying about where you’ve been, where you’re going; just start embracing what you have around you. Start loving what you have right now.
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unique singing style that is full of raw passion and colour. Local favourites The Romaniacs will finish off the night with their unique blend of gypsy dance music. $25 plus bf. Door $30. Tix available at www.kupromotions.com.au/?p=1518.
Independent songwriter/ artist Sam Fletcher’s latest EP is an introductory to a series of home-grown releases for 2015. It reflects elements of contemporary pop, blues, jazz, rock and folk but still maintains a good dose of originality throughout. Sam is a self-taught musician and has strived to maintain a certain authenticity to his songwriting. He is not afraid to be left out of a genre-specific typecast and approaches every song as if it were a genre unto itself. See Sam at Club Lennox on Sunday at 4pm.
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Thanks to Frankenreiter’s infectious warmth and finely honed pop sensibilities, each of those songs has the singular effect of drawing the listener into that bright and breezy world for a blissed-out moment.
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sensible can be a volcanic dynamic, and one which suggests avoiding confrontations or ultimatums. So think creative rather than abrasive this week, and enjoy midweek’s playful, flirtatious Leo moon.
of systematically gathering facts and calibrating information over your usual spontaneous leap of faith. While a sharp throwaway remark may spark an argument, your inspired choice of words could also improve a painful situation.
and abilities for the most savvy avenues to achieve what you want this year. An auspicious Venus/Mercury alignment’s particularly helpful this week for an unsentimental cull of faux friends from loyal supporters.
After its prolonged internal scrutiny in Scorpio, Saturn’s spirit-lifting move to Sagittarius offers exciting new learning opportunities through engaging with the wider world…
VIRGO: Try to see the whole picture this week rather than TAURUS: Taurans are staunch supporters of the status quo, J F getting hung up on particular bits of it. Pull together and but as your planetary ruler Venus moves to the sign of new ideas and interesting innovations, novel concepts are likely to start popping into your mind. With Mercury in your sector of professional possibilities and potential, don’t ignore these valuable mental prompts. If your mentor planet Mercury teaming up with G GEMINI: Venus in inventive Aquarius bombards you with too many options, keep it simple. Don’t over-think. But do resist being pressured into non-essential financial outlays or upfront payments you can’t really afford; prioritise spending on what’s most important to you.
CANCER: Recent Cancer full moon’s rogue emotions also H triggered exciting revelations about how to gracefully navigate necessary changes and transitions. As the year settles into its stride, make time to reconnect with your personal dreams. What you’d truly, deeply love to do this year, rather than what might just be possible.
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Capricorn energetics keen to put new concepts into practice. Happiness manifests in unexpected packages, and if things that used to excite you don’t any more then make the creative adjustments appropriate for current conditions.
things from last year are concerned, you’re best off cutting your losses and moving on. And with January’s astral imperative to clarify communications, what better time to begin?
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Mastery of an instrument such as the sarangi (a string instrument from India) requires many years of intense love and dedication to the classical arts. Santosh and Sangeet Mishra, a father-son duo from Varanasi, represent eight generations of direct lineage of this amazing and difficult art form. Here in the shire we have many lovers of Indian culture, especially kirtan. This concert is a special opportunity to delve into the authentic roots of Indian music, from where kirtan and bhajan come.
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GLO Dance is excited to bring one of Canada’s most renowned world festival acts – DELHI 2 DUBLIN – to the Uki Hall. They are an infectious global fusion of high-energy Indian bhangra rhythms, Celtic fiddle, phat electronic beats, sitar / guitar, conscious emceed vocals, tabla and high vibrational happy dance. They have toured with Balkan Beat Box across the USA and shared the stage with hundreds of bands, from Australia’s Cat Empire to Jamaica’s Ziggy Marley, performing more than 120 shows a year, to crowds of up to 150,000 (Canada’s Parliament Hill this year).
GETTING FUNNY FOR NO MONEY The first comedy night for 2015 kicks off at the Ocean Shores Tavern this Thursday at 8pm hosted by Nick Sun. Nick Sun emerged from the suburbs of Sydney during 2004; he has quickly become one of the hottest comedy prospects in the world. Nick was a national winner of RAW comedy and then went across to Edinburgh Fringe Festival and entered the UK’s top comedy competition So You Think You’re Funny. Amazingly he took on the best the UK had to offer and went on to become the national champion of that event as well. This resulted in a unique double for Nick winning both Australian and UK top comedy competitions in the same year – a feat not
Plus DJ sets before and after with the ecstatic global beats of Dancing Tiger. Friday 8pm, Uki Hall. Info and tix at www.GLOdance.com.
JENN & CANNONS ‘Music is the connector that binds us all,’ says Jenn Grant, ‘To be able to create music and share the power it can hold is one of life’s greatest gifts.’ This is the very essence behind the voice and songs of Jenn Grant. A heralded singer/songwriter from Prince Edward Island, in Canada’s Maritimes, Grant has four albums and one EP under her belt; she is about to embark on a brand-new journey with her best collection of songs to date. Grant’s newest offering Compostela translates to ‘field of stars’ or ‘star field’ – which comes from the legend that the dust of the pilgrims who walk the El Camino make up the stars that form the Milky Way. Joining Grant on part of her tour are Byron Bay’s Starboard Cannons. This contemporary Australiana duo, who are also appearing at Woodford Folk Festival, are promoting their latest album The Valiant and the Brave. Following a busy year that saw the fellows feature as part of the Festival of Small Halls and Mullum Music Festival, the Cannons are keen to slip back into duo mode for some stripped-back intimate shows alongside Jenn. Saturday at The Court House Hotel in Mullumbimby.
90s, movie songs, one hit wonders, ballads, 60s and 70s and much more. Thursdays at the Byron Brewery at 7.30pm. Free.
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contacts and transactions. Pluto in your zone of friends and connections is blatantly highlighting who’s true, what’s false and the folly of wasting time indulging other people’s selfserving schemes.
Tahir Qawwal and his partner Bhairavi Devi (Sufi Soul Sangeet) will also present a selection of classical and semi-classical devotional sufi songs from India and Pakistan, accompanied by Shen Flindell on tabla. Tahir has just returned from a three-week Peace Tour (through music) in Pakistan, sponsored by the US government. With his American group he shared his love of music at orphanages, colleges, consulate events and sufi shrines. The power of music to bridge cultures is never more important.
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Come and try the latest craze in pub fun now at thirteen venues across the country: Musical Bingo! Don’t have a clue how it works? Here’s how: Host plays a short version of a hit song. Patrons mark song off their card if they have it. First person to get two lines wins. Bonus prizes given out for extra challenges. There are currently more than 30 different categories, rotated weekly. For example – 80s, disco, old school rock,
Comedy lovers are in for a treat Saturday 17 January when comedians Mark McConville and Desh join forces for a free night of comedy at Club Lennox. McConville is a hit on the high seas, spending much of his time now entertaining patrons on comedy cruises. Get in early for a good seat and grab a meal when you can – the food is bloody awesome!
FLICKERFEST FILM FEST Flickerfest brings its Short Films – Licensed To Thrill to the northern rivers from 23 to 25 January, for its 17th year screening a smorgasbord of short films. Along with Byron All Shorts finalists, audiences will experience the best of short films from the Byron region, Australia, and around the world over three days at the A&I Hall Bangalow. More than 2,400 entries were received for Flickerfest 2015, and only the top 110 shorts are selected in official competition, all handpicked to represent the most innovative, creative and cuttingedge short films being produced in the world today. > CONTINUED P26
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PAGE 24 The calibre of this year’s program is undeniable with several films screening at some of the world’s most prominent and revered film festivals including Sundance and Cannes. Flickerfest Bangalow will be screening an entertaining, inspiring and award-winning range of 30 Flickerfest shorts over the festival, many of which are world or Australian premieres, giving
local Flickerfest audiences the first look at the hottest short films in the world today. They will also be presenting the best of northern rivers shorts at the Byron All Shorts finalists’ screening, which last year played to a capacity audience of 400 people. Flickerfest is Australia’s largest touring film festival, visiting 50 locations around the country.
PROGRAM TIMES AND PRICES: Fri 23 Jan: 7.30pm – opening night party; 8.30pm Best Of International 1, $20/17 Sat 24 Jan: door 2pm; 2.30pm – FlickerLab Concept to Market w/shop, free Sat 24 Jan: door 4pm; 4.30pm – Byron All Shorts plus ABC Open, $12/10 Sat 24 Jan: door 7.30pm; 8.30pm – Best Of International 2, $15/12
Friday 23 January is the opening party at 7.30pm followed by The Best of International at 8.30pm.
Sun 25 Jan: door 7.30pm; 8.30pm – Best Of Australian Shorts, $15/12
This kicks off a superb weekend program.
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THE IMITATION GAME Alan Turing (Benedict Cumberbatch) headed the team that was brought together at Bletchley Park and assigned the task of deciphering the Nazis’ Enigma code. WEDNESDAY
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Their achievement was arguably the most significant if unheralded triumph of WWII. In a flashback to his schooldays, the young Turing is being introduced to cryptology by his dearest mate. ‘What’s the difference between that and just talking?’ he asks. It’s a brilliant line that underpins all that happens in Norwegian director Morten Tyldum’s gripping and ultimately tragic film.
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From this chance encounter, Turing is led to his eureka! moment, and it’s a scene as thrilling as any you might see. Tyldum, who came to notice with the Scandi-noir classic Headhunters (2011), pulls a remarkably subtle sleight of hand by first drawing us into a tightly scripted but otherwise conventional mystery, with Turing the brilliant outsider struggling to pursue his goal against the tide of both officialdom and his contemporaries’ hostility, before delving into sexual politics and what it truly means to make one’s way in an alien environment. Cumberbatch – perhaps channeling Derek Jacobi, who played Turing on stage (Breaking the Code) – gives an intense and thoroughly empathetic performance as a man both socially inept and self-absorbed, and he is aided and abetted by a superb support cast. Keira Knightley, as a protofeminist, continues to grow in stature; Charles Dance and Mark Strong represent the Establishment as though they were born to it; Goode is, as usual, suitably toffeenosed; and Alex Lawther as Turing the boy almost steals the show in one heartbreaking scene. Augmented by dramatic archival footage, the period is convincingly created and Alexandre Desplat’s precise and hypnotic score pushes the drama into a rhythmic realm perfectly suited to the computerised world envisaged by Turing. Fantastic.
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It is a pity that Palace has chosen to screen the racist Emirates advertisement that presents the coloured golfer as some sort of harlequined tap-dancing pimp whose place is at the end of the food chain (the
whole elitist wank of the ad is disgusting). It’s even more disappointing to think that its message might be absorbed by the impressionable young minds that come along to see this frankly boring cartoon. Broadly speaking, the tone of the new animations – dominated by Pixar and Disney – is upbeat, positive and, most important of all, inclusive. The attempt to dismiss stereotypes and counter racial profiling (see Big Hero 6) is commendable in every way, so it came as something of a surprise here to encounter the tired old association of badness with one specific group – in this case the octopodes (incorrectly referred to as ‘octopi’ – ouch). To a lesser degree, it also occurs with the leopard seals in the opening, precredits scene. The very first Madagascar, way back in 2005, was fab, but the series has gone steadily downhill ever since the animals made their epic escape from the New York zoo. This time around it is all about the penguins and if there is any coherent plot being threaded through their manic adventure – it takes them from Fort Knox to Shanghai to Venice to Rio at breakneck speed – I for one was unable to keep up with it. As is the custom in today’s kids’ movies, there are a lot of gags for grown-ups, including a joke about interrupting an analogy, a reference to the taxation laws in France and a delightful cameo (voiced by Werner Herzog) featuring television’s nature channels’ ubiquitous doc-makers. But the tendency to opt for super-hero action is disappointing – the sight of a polar bear armed with a semi-automatic rifle is hardly what the world needs right now. Though frantically paced – or maybe because of this – its 92 minutes felt like an eternity.
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SATURDAY 10 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON ZIGGY ALBERTS, NICK SAXON, KYLE LIONHART, DJ SAMMOND RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM RAGGA JUMP BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 9PM THE FUNK HUNTERS BYRON BREWERY 7.30PM 4’20’ SOUND, SKANKSTARZ, AIR STRUCTURE, DJ QUINZALES GINGER PIG, BYRON 4PM DJ ANTON LEAF 8PM DJ BANGO COCOMANGAS, BYRON DJ QC & DJ JIMMY D WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ SANCHEZ TREEHOUSE, BYRON 7.30PM TORA BANGALOW A&I HALL 9.30AM STARLIGHT FESTIVAL BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM BILL JACOBI BRUNSWICK HOTEL 7PM PUSH DOMA CAFE, FEDERAL 12PM TOPHAT TAPESTRY LULU’S CAFE, MULLUMBIMBY 11AM CHRIS FISHER
COURT HOUSE HOTEL, MULLUMBIMBY STARBOARD CANNONS + JENN GRANT MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 7.30PM CAMELTONES DRILL HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 7.30PM PANDIT SANTOSH MISHRA & SANGEET MISHRA, TAHIR QAWWAL, BHAIRAVI DEVI, SHEN FLINDELL YUM YUM TREE, NEW BRIGHTON 10AM ANDY JANS-BROWN BILLINUDGEL HOTEL 8PM YOLAN DUO CLUB LENNOX 8PM HORACE BEVAN & THE UNFORGIVEN BALLINA RSL 6.30PM ARTHUR BLACK 8.30PM JIMEOIN SLIPWAY HOTEL, BALLINA SLIM PICKENS SHEOAK SHACK, FINGAL HEAD 7PM ELBURY MUSIC KINGSCLIFF BOWLING CLUB BILL JACOBI MARY G’S, LISMORE PINK ZINC NIMBIN BUSH THEATRE 8PM FANTUZZI & HAYDEN HACK INFUSION MT BELMORE FREE SPIRIT FESTIVAL CYBER TRIBAL GATHERING COOLANGATTA HOTEL 8PM 360
SUNDAY 11 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON 360 RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 6.30PM KINGDOG & THE CATZ
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 4.30PM LATE FOR WOODSTOCK 8PM BLACK ANGUS BLOCK PARTY BYRON BREWERY 4PM INDIGO EVOLUTION GINGER PIG, BYRON 3PM DJ CHRIS BRADLEY TREEHOUSE, BYRON 2.30PM SANGRIA DJS PARK HOTEL, SUFFOLK PARK 3PM JESSE MORRIS BAND BANGALOW A&I HALL 9.30AM STARLIGHT FESTIVAL BANGALOW BOWLING CLUB 4PM WOLFE BROTHERS WITH ANGRY ANDERSON BANGALOW HOTEL 3PM SUNDAZE SESSION BRUNSWICK HOTEL 4PM WILD MARMALADE & PAUL GEORGE DOMA CAFE, FEDERAL 12PM DANE TUCQUET YUM YUM TREE, NEW BRIGHTON 10AM KIM BANFFY BILLINUDGEL HOTEL 3PM FAT ALBERT BAND CLUB LENNOX 4PM SAM FLETCHER SHAWS BAY HOTEL, BALLINA MARSHALL O’KELL THE POINT HOTEL, BALLINA LUKE VASSELLA ELTHAM HOTEL 2PM PHIL LEVY DUO CUDGEN SURF CLUB, KINGSCLIFF 3PM JON J BRADLEY CHINDERAH TAVERN 2.30PM MATT BUGGY SPHINX ROCK CAFE, MT BURRELL 2PM HAYLEY SALES MT BELMORE FREE SPIRIT FESTIVAL CYBER TRIBAL GATHERING
MONDAY 12 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON THE FIRE TREE RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM LEIGH JAMES BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8PM WASH 10PM DJ LONGTIME BYRON BREWERY 12PM BREWERY DJS GINGER PIG, BYRON 8PM REGGAE DUB COCOMANGAS, BYRON DJ JIMMY D WOODY'S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ NERY
TUESDAY 13 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON MARSHALL O’KELL RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM STU HARCOURT BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8PM MICK MCHUGH DUO 10PM DJ PIXHIT BYRON BREWERY 12PM BREWERY DJS GINGER PIG, BYRON 8.30PM DJ YOLANDA & DJ XFAKTA COCOMANGAS, BYRON DJ JIMMY D & DJ TAYA WOODY'S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ BEN YUM YUM TREE, NEW BRIGHTON 10AM LUKE BENNETT CLUB LENNOX 5.30PM KIDS DISCO SOUTH TWEED SPORTS CLUB 6PM VANYA
WEDNESDAY 14 RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM JORDAN WALKER BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8PM THE SOORLEYS 10PM DJ CAPTAIN KAINE BYRON BREWERY 7PM OPEN MIC WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ SANCHEZ COCOMANGAS, BYRON DJ JIMMY D GINGER PIG, BYRON 7PM TESS LATU
Brunswick Valley School of Dance
The Woodford Show: Tim Edey Trio (IRE) + The East Pointers (CAN)
We teach students from the age of three right up to adults. Dance for fitness and fun and for performance
Presented by The Queensland Folk Federation Wed 7 January, 7.30pm. Tickets: $19.50 - $30.50
Fear & Loathing in Vintage Vegas Presented by Dr Sketchys Wednesday 14 January, 6.30pm - Late Tickets: $20 on the Door
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Jodie Martin Presented by Ku Promotions
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Sounds of Simon - Paul Simon Tribute Show
TAP
Thursday 5 February, Doors 7pm / Show 7.30pm Ticket: Full $25 | Conc $20
The Unusualist - Raymond Crowe Presented by www.alist.com.au Sunday 8 February, 2pm & 7pm Tickets: Adults $44.00 | ChildU15 $39 | Family (2+2) $139
Meeting rooms for hire +
Courtyard Bar open before all events +
Workshops, Training, Conferences & Functions
69 Jonson Street Byron Bay
2 – 100 people
Box office hours: 10 am – 3.30 pm
Facilities: Wifi, Projector, Whiteboard, Air-con Phone 6685 6807
Tickets & info: byroncentre.com.au
North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au
Jan – Feb
Friday 30 January, 7.30pm Tickets: Full $20 | Conc $17 | Child U16 $17
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Motoring .............................................31 Osteopathy ........................................31 Painting ...............................................31 Pest Control .......................................31 Photography .....................................31 Physiotherapy ..................................31 Picture Framing ...............................31 Plastering ...........................................31 Plumbers .............................................31 Podiatry ...............................................31 Printer Toners & Cartridges .......31 Printing & Copying Services .....31 Removalists .......................................31 Roofing ................................................32 Rubbish Removal............................32 Scrap Metal Merchants ................32 Security Services.............................32 Septic Systems .................................32 Sewing & Alterations ..........................32 Sewing Machine Sales & Service ....32 Solar Installation ............................32 Swimming Pools .............................32 Tiling .....................................................32 Travel ....................................................32 Tree Services .....................................32 Upholstery .........................................32 Valuers .................................................32 Veterinary Surgeons .....................32 Video Production ...........................32 Water Filters ......................................32 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning ...32 Web Design Services.....................32 Welding ...............................................32 Window Tinting ...............................32
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DINGO DEMOLITIONS & ASBESTOS REMOVAL ................................66834008 or 0407 728998
0401 190 960
CARPENTER All jobs. Michael Dow. Lic 147675C ...................................66291169 or 0412 967677
ANTENNAS PLUS
CARPENTRY/JOINERY Renos, kitchens, bthrms, small jobs. Lic 157823C. Paul .... 0423 658885 or 66845273
YOUR DIGITAL AND PROGRAMMING SOLUTIONS
BUILDER – ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS Peter Alexander. Lic 177579C ....................0417 499023
• Set top box installation and programming • Surround sound design and installation • All TV, telephone & electrical installations Call Norm now on
Friendly & Reliable
0422 668 582
JP DIGITAL ANTENNAS Reception problems, new antennas, extra TV points, all areas ....0432 289705
BRICK & BLOCK LAYING Lic 173697C. Top quality work. Any size job. Phone Bob .......0431 792260
ARCHITECTS
BUILDER / CARPENTER Quality work with 40 years experience. HIA Lic 501442 .........0410 442188
FRANK STEWART ARCHITECT Reg. 6075. www.frankstewart.com.au ...........................66856984 STONEYS BUILDING CREATIONS Lic 268404C..........................................Phone Dave 0417 654888 JOSE DO Sustainable Architecture. Reg. 7647. www.josedoarchitect.com....................0424 062096 BRICKLAYING, RENDERING, SWIMING POOLS 30 years exp. Lic 170432C.................0423 378573 GRAEME BARR ARCHITECTS Reg 4244. www.graemebarr.com .......................................66877973 BUILDER CARPENTER Extensions, renos, new homes, insurance, all jobs. Lic 19953Q ...... 0403 458177 OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au .............................................66855001 RUNNING DOG DESIGN Byron Street, Byron Bay (opp Aldi). Reg 5574 .............................66858619
Call Steve Miller now on
ALLCOAST SHOWER REPAIRS High temp steam cleaning, leaks fixed, bathroom
TLC
CARPET CLEANING
Kevin & Margaret Bower
FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!
(02) 6684 1001
Green & Clean Carpet and upholstery cleaning, urine extraction, rust removal, heavy traffic areas, deodorising and sanitation.
Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa
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TENDER LOVING CARE Specialising in household carpet cleaning Speedy Drying
BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS 0408 232 066
Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours
Commercial / Domestic / Insurance
CARPET, UPHOLSTERY & more. No chemicals. www.mintsteamclean.com................0425 707687 APEX CARPET CLEANING www.apexcarpetcleaning.com.au ........................ Nathan 0412 926441 HEALTH PROTECT INTERNATIONAL ............................................................................0408 540467
AMORE CARPET CLEANING & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING .................66807721 or 0429 726999
CHIMNEY SWEEP
BOOKKEEPING Tradies/small business specialist. GST/BAS, super, workcover, MYOB ...0427 038185 BOOKKEEPING MYOB, Reckon, online, ATO Reg. Annette .............................................0419 627506
ACUPUNCTURE
CARPET CLEANING
makeovers, grout cleaning. Lic 1875C..................................................................................66808646
ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry .............................................................................................66847415
ACCOUNTANT – MARTIN McCARTHY ...............................................................................66874026
STAINLESS WIRE BALUSTRADING Supplies and installation................66809409 or 0419 758821
BYRON ELECTRONICS Repairs to TV/Audio........................................................................66857610 rbacarpentry.com.au New & reno work, decks & pergolas. Lic No 243918C ..............0407 330326
COMPLETE BATHROOM RENOVATIONS Peter Alexander. Lic 177579C......................0417 499023
Quickbooks, MYOB, Xero etc. ATO Registered. Phone Edward .........................................0423 763053
FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C.........................66808162
DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas .........66843575 or 0414 922786 BUILDER CARPENTER DP Construction Building Solutions. All jobs. Lic 236035C ........0427 849445
Bookkeeping & BAS Services
ACCOUNTING / BOOKKEEPING GST. BAS Accounts set up & advice.
BRICKLAYER Quality work, reasonable quotes. Lic 164155C..................0437 135483 or 66849102
CARPENTER Insured & qualified. Homes, extensions, decks, free quotes. Lic 231104C......... 0431 674377
BATHROOM RENOVATIONS
accounting shop, tax returns, MYOB, Reconciliations, XERO.....................................Gail 0401 884231
BUILDER – JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. Lic 170208C ......66884215 or 0415 793242
BUILDER/CARPENTER Peter Bergin. Renos/maintenance. Lic 147887C .....0432 060110 or 0432 788394
APPLIANCE REPAIR
EXPERIENCE COUNTS FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS
ACCOUNTANT BOOKKEEPER Small business accounting. Your one stop
orangestar02@gmail.com
DIGITAL TV EXPERTS
AUDIO PRODUCTION
ACCOUNTANT – BANGALOW Hudson Accounting Services .............................................66872960
0427 196 962
*conditions apply
AUDIO & VIDEO RECORDING & Live production, crystalgrid.com.au .........................0421 661910
0427 272 853
Decks, pergolas, verandahs, balconies, big & small renos and all other carpentry needs
0402 022 111
David Levine iwireantennas.com.au
ACCOUNTANTS
www.easybooks.net.au BAS Reg# 88352003
ORANGE STAR
Creative Carpentry
ANTENNAS
INDEX Accountants ......................................28 Acupuncture .....................................28 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 28 Antennas & Installation ..............28 Appliance Repair ............................28 Architects............................................28 Audio Production ...........................28 Bathroom Renovations ...............28 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters.31 Building Trades ................................28 Carpet Cleaning...............................28 Chimney Sweep ...............................28 Chiropractic .......................................28 Cleaning ..............................................29 Computer Services.........................29 Concreting & Paving .....................29 Counselling........................................29 Debt Collection ................................29 Decks, Patios & Extensions ........29 Dentists................................................29 Design & Drafting...........................29 Driveway Maintenance................29 Earthmoving & Excavation ........29 Electricians.........................................29 Fencing ................................................30 Floor Sanding & Polishing .........30 Garage Doors .............................................30 Garden & Property Maintenance .30 Garden Design .................................30 Gas Suppliers.......................................30 Glaziers ................................................30 Guttering ............................................30 Handypersons ..................................30 Health ...................................................30 Hire ........................................................30 Interior Design .................................30 Ironing..................................................30 Kitchens ...............................................30 Landscape Design ..........................30 Landscaping .....................................30 Lawnmower Repairs .....................31 Lighting ...............................................31 Locksmith ...........................................31
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Digital TV ALL Antenna Installations & Repairs ALL Electrical Work
Ph 6686 7911 Fax 6686 9047 admin@bbtimbers.com.au www.bbtimbers.com.au 110 Teven Road, Ballina
• Fencing • Decking • Structural Pine & Hardwood • Landscaping Timber • Logs & Sleepers • Lattice – Privacy Screens • Alternative Treated timbers for Vegie Gardens & Playgrounds
Lic. 266174C
SERVICE DIRECTORY RATES, PAYMENT & DEADLINE
DISPLAY ADS: $63 per week for colour display ad. Minimum 8 week booking 4 weeks prepaid.
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CHIROPRACTIC
3K )5(( 0 4 216,7( ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE M Collis .................................................66842559
BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay .............................66855282 DESIGN IT SOFT FURNISHINGS Curtains, blinds & bedheads ............................Jane 0432 549953 ACUPUNCTURE www.marlenefarry.com Facial rejuvenation, general practice ................66842400 WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman .66858553
BUILDING TRADES
ACUPUNCTURE Mullumbimby & Bangalow. Mary-Ellen Young ....................................0403 477972
MICHAEL SCHWAGER & SHAUN CASHMAN Chiropractors 108 Stuart St, Mullum ........66841962 MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC Massage, chiropractic & fitness. 110 Dalley St........................66841028
JAMIE BELLAMY Wellness in the heart of Mullumbimby..............................................0432 034202 ACUPUNCTURE Chinese herbs, 27 years experience. Mullumbimby. Debbie .....................66841160
AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION COOLMAN AIR CONDITIONING 23 years experience. Lic 178464C AU30147 .............0412 641753 RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141 ...............................................0487 264137
28 January 7, 2015 The Byron Shire Echo
ARCHITECTURAL TIMBERS JACK MANTLE
BYRON BAY CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE Bruce Campbell. 1/12 Tasman Way, A&I Estate ...66858159
STAIRS
CAPE BYRON HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC Shane Eade. 6/14 Middleton St ....................0467 660323
0408 740 480 / 07 5590 5696
CHIRO CHRIS Chris Stathis, Suffolk Park – www.chirochris.com.au ..............................0410 122048
INTERNAL / EXTERNAL OPEN / CLOSED RISERS
MARVELL ST CHIROPRACTIC Lindon Garske www.marvellstchiropractic.com.au ...........66857771
DR GREG KENDALL 60 Stuart St Mullum. Satisfaction guarantee mullumchiro.com.au....66846336
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Service Directory CLEANING
DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE
02 6684 6235
61 Stuart St Mullumbimby
ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING
CARPARK & DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE CONCRETE EDGING
info@mullummac.com www.mullummac.com
0418 156 909
• House washing • High pressure or soft wash • Window cleaning • Driveways, paths & roofs • Gutters & flyscreens • Water efficient • Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6684 4018 or 0412 495 750
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Call Steven Butturini
SaulMordaunt@macdoc.net.au
0411 562 111 s
Apple Certified Support
Professional Window Cleaning • Byron Bay Residential • Retail • Commercial OHS, insured, police clearance cert. Daz Grant
0400 479 811
dgrant@razzledazzlewindows.biz • www.razzledazzlewindows.biz
IMAX COMPUTERS All computer repairs .......................................................................0418 767774 BROKEN HEAD COMPUTER REPAIRS Servicing PCs in the Byron area & more............0401 096247
Our top-quality results and affordable Our services include: prices mean sparkling windows and a • High quality fresh, clean house for you! window cleaning • Soft wash house washing • High pressure cleaning of paths, driveways, roofs, walls, patios, gutters, awnings, solar panels, etc • Gutter and downpipes clearing and solar panel cleaning. Environmentally conscious, we minimise water usage.
Call Sam Witham 6680 9123, 0434 539 979
EXCAVATOR BOBCAT & WATER TRUCK • TIP TRUCKS • FLOAT • TRUCK & DOGS • DRIVEWAYS • ROADS • HOUSE PADS • CLEARING • DRAINAGE • CARPARKS • BUSH ROCKS • ROCK WALLS • MACHINE TICKETS ALL MATERIAL DELIVERIES
Phone Quentin
0474 106 002 / 0427 663 678
CONCRETING – Steve Baker. Lic 143161C.....................................................................0412 272564 FLANAGAN & SONS CONCRETING Lic 155456C. ............................................Ph Andrew 66841424 SALISBURY CONCRETE CONTRACTORS over 20yrs local exp, all concrete, Works Lic 136717C ..0418 234302 JASON COOTE CONCRETING All concreting work, form work, steel fixing Lic 261424C.....0421 957506 PLATINUM CONCRETE 20 years experience. Lic 225874C ........................ Justin Myers 0458 773788
Quarry products Truck, trailer & excavator hire 1-30 tonne Road construction
ph 0418 781 574
COUNSELLING
Byron Eco Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing
EARTHMOVING ROADWORKS • PLANT HIRE ALL JOBS BIG AND SMALL 30 years in local area • Free quotes Phone Dick 6687 8418 / 0412 831 944
CONCRETING & PAVING
RAZZLE DAZZLE
EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION
All Mac Repairs, Upgrades, Service, Data Recovery, Internet Set-up, Hardware Sales, Insurance Claims
JUSTINE BUCKLEY Relationships, mindfulness, compassion. www.muditaclinic.com ......66846090 PETER FOX Couple Therapy & Marriage Intensives. coupletherapyaustralia.com ...............66840469 DR J MILLER Supportive service for individuals & couples. Lennox. judithcmiller.com.au .. 0404 386399
DEBT COLLECTION
TINY EARTHWOR Philip Toovey 0409 799 909 ph/fax 02 6684 3208
CHURCHILL BYRON MEEK FINANCIAL RECOVERIES ...................................................66884618
various implements available for limited access projects
DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS
A NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65HP chain trencher, 1.7 tonne excavator, tipper.0402 716857 BYRON BAY BOBCAT & MINI EXCAVATOR All areas ..............................................Ian 0412 853479
Inspire your lifestyle
14T EXCAVATOR & TRACKED 10T DUMP TRUCK Best hourly rates .............................0423 889336
ELECTRICIANS
A Byron local for over 30 years • Happy to work weekends.
24 HOUR SERVICE
Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232 or 6680 9901 email: impresswindowcleaning@gmail.com Reliable • Friendly • Professional • Fully Insured • Free Quotes • Affordable Rates Locally Owned and Operated • Quality Work with Over 10 Years Experience
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Domestic Commercial
Carports | Patios | Verandahs | Shelters | Opening Roof Glass & Screened Enclosures | Insulated Roofing
02 66 804 173 All Jobs Small or Large
CALL US TODAY for a FREE Design & Quote
Ballina, Lismore, Casino, Byron Bay
1300 7726 5463 • We are fully insured, industry trained, professional, and local • All NEW clients receive 20% OFF their initial house clean! • Check our website for our list of satisfied customers! • Contact us today for a FREE quote www.coastalwindowcleaners.com.au | info@coastalwindowcleaners.com.au
0439 624 945
Lic: 154293c
Window Cleaning Professionals
DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL
Inspire your lifestyle Eastcoast Building & Renovations BLN 250287C
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JAMIE 0408 809 817 licence no. 201775c
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WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING Professional work. Free quotes. Ph Steve .............0421 797210 BYRON BAY FLOOR SANDING For a free quote phone Chris ....................................... 0408 536565\ CLEAN AS IT’S BEEN TEAM Home, Bond back, anytime, references..................................66882372 DECK & TIMBER SOLUTIONS Free quotes. See localdirectories.com.au for profile .......0410 062493
0458 267 777
Lic. 211410C
DONE & DUSTED CLEANING Going the extra mile, professional, dependable .............0498 731447 THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refinishing, Cable balustrading. Free quotes....Richard 0407 821690
DI’S CLEANING SERVICE Quality & efficient. O.Sh, SGB, NB, Mullum & surrounds .......0414 408723 DETAILED CLEANING Natural products. Please call 8am-6pm......................................0410 723601
DECKS AND PERGOLAS Hardwood, pine, composites. Byron/Gold Coast. Robbie ........0409 244424
DENTISTS BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE ......................................................................66851264 BANGALOW DENTAL In the Medical Centre Complex, Bangalow .....................................66872766
QUALITY HOUSEKEEPING Cleaning & de-cluttering ............................................Julie 0410 799686
SHORES DENTAL Dr Shaun Goh & Dr Richard Conn. Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores....................66803477
DOWNUNDER CLEANING Bond & builders cleans. Window & pressure cleaning .........0438 015037 GAVIN STUART & MARTIN ACKLAND Banora Seaview Dental, Banora Point
COMPUTER SERVICES
Lic. No.
Please call Blair Rankin on
0432 331 633 for details
30 mins north of Ewingsdale. Open Sat. early & late appointments ..............................07 55234090 LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby ............................................................66842644
DESIGN & DRAFTING BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com .........Bob Acton 0407 787993 DAVID ROBINSON DRAFTING Renovation, design & plans........................................0419 880048 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au...............0423 531448 SPACIAL ART Houses and small space design................................................................0429 989839
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ELECTRICAL PHONE TV
212742C Friendly & helpful Clean & tidy On time Over 30 years experience Rapid response 24/7 service
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SERVICES PTY LTD
1300 639 843 Electrical and appliance repairs 0427 402 399 24/7 EMERGENCY CALL OUTS NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL RELIABLE AND PROFESSIONAL TEAM
Lic No. 262667C
GREEN ROCKET CLEANERS Bond, office, builders clean, window cleaning................0405 437431
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ELECTRICIANS (continued)
GARDEN CLEANUP SPECIALISTS
COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .........................0439 624945 or 66804173 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 ........................................................0429 802355 HALLMARK ELECTRICAL Domestic, small job specialist. Lic EC41467 ..........................0407 416575 LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRICAL BYRON BAY Your friendly electrician Lic 233440C ............0450 631183
TOTAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE – CALL BEN 0411 631 655 extremeperfection.com.au eptotalpropertymaintenance@gmail.com
BYRON BAY ELECTRICAL Geoff Bensley. Lic EC 34079 ..................................................0427 857824
GUTTERING Gutter guard Gutter cleaning Locally owned Fully insured Free quotes Call Junior for friendly, genuine advice and service.
www.spotlessgutters.com.au Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Landscaping | Property Maintenance Brush Cutting | Tip Runs | Fully Insured
BLUE MTN GUTTERMESH Do it well, do it once..................................................................0418 662285
WEST BYRON ELECTRICAL Lic 145002C Repairs & installations, affordable rates . Jim 0403 747615
0430 297 101 / 6684 5437
NEW GUTTERING Guttermesh, downpipes etc. Lic 26850C ................................................0418 662285
JP ELECTRICAL All electrical antennas & data. Hot water & stove repairs. Lic 133082C .....0432 289705
info@byronbaymowing.com.au www.byronbaymowing.com.au
CIRCUITS PLUS For everything electrical. Friendly & professional. Lic 201844C ...........0422 668582 SUNSHINE ELECTRICAL SERVICES NSW Competetively Priced. Quality Work. Lic 116938C .0416 043414
CHRIS APPEL. Ocean Shores. Lic EC 22349 ....................................................................0422 607444
0405 922 839 or AH 6684 1778 ABN 180 623 364 42
HANDYPERSONS A TO Z HANDYMAN SERVICES Tip runs, pressure cleaning, gardening, odd jobs ...Andre 66847553 or 0439 495247
JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron. Lic 176417C ...............................0415 126028 ELECTRIC BOOGALOO 24 hour local sparkie. Lic No 141097C ...........1800 763911 or 0422 033757
CAPE BYRON PROP MAINTENANCE Tom Scott byronmaintenance@gmail.com ......0418 600576
fully insured
MULLUM HANDYMAN Maintenance, repairs, painting, tip runs, gardening ...............0424 954388
FENCING
acreage mowing acreage mowing
A.S.A.P. HANDYMAN SERVICES Fast, efficient, best solutions for all jobs big or small 0405 625697
&& maintanence maintenance
DARRIN THE HANDYMAN Long time local, prompt friendly service, 30 yrs exp...........0427 641804
• acreage mowing • brush cutting / edging • light chainsaw work • weed control • green waste removal • tip runs
POOLSAFE GLASS FENCING
0427 176 771
A VERY HANDY MAN for just about anything. Happy to help ...Andrew 66844634 or 0412 558890 RELIABLE HANDYMAN SERVICES Michael ...........................................66844970 or 0405 325569
GLASS & ALUMINIUM POOL FENCING PROFESSIONALS 0499 178 297 psgfencingnsw@gmail.com
GREG’S HANDYMAN SERVICE No job too small, free quotes........................................0414 109595
BEDNARZ, H & W, FENCING Specialise in pool, Colorbond & timber fencing .............0417 491136
AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic...............................Wayne 0423 218417
BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes .....66804766 or 0416 424256
HEALTH
LITTLE ANT Complete property maintenance, handyman, lawnmowing .....................0437 799811 HANDYMAN All jobs OK. $35/hour ..................................................................... Goran 0403 793834
E.D.L. FENCING Installations & repairs, prompt service .........................66771852 or 0432 107262 HOMESTEAD FENCING Since 1995. Glass & aluminium pool fencing specialists. Lic 227674C .66222886 NOT JUST FENCING Contact Greg..................................................................................0490 062016 BORDERLINE FENCING SOLUTIONS All fencing types .....................0422 589568 or 0402 696158
FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING
BYRON BAY FLOOR SANDING
• OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture, Chiropractic,
Lawn and Handyman Services
• Free Quotes • Quality Workmanship • Supply & Install Boral Solid Timber Floors • Locally Owned And Operated • Specialty Timber Finishes • All Eco-Friendly Coatings
Brent 0431 550 401 byronbayranga@gmail.com
• Garden and Property Maintenance • Soft Landscaping • Decking • Paving • General Repairs • Tip Runs • Fully Insured and Reliable
ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne...........................................66857366 MULLUMBIMBY MASSAGE, CHIROPRACTIC & PERSONAL TRAINING......................66841028 MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, massage. 79 Stuart St .....................................66843002
MUDITA CLINIC Ayurveda, Counselling, Mindfulness. www.muditaclinic.com .................66846090
GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured ..66841778 or 0405 922839
HOMEOPATHY Satyaa S Lohmann & Paul Cullen www.dynamichomeopathy.net ........0412 661073 A TO Z GARDEN SERVICES Lawns, acreage, hedges, clear ups, gutters, pressure cleans .0405 625697 DR JOANNA MADERSKA Brunswick Heads drjoannamaderska.weebly.com ................0416 275999 A.C.E. LAWNMOWING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed ...............Sam 0438 655763 or 66859754 CRANIOSACRAL BALANCING Najma Ahern, Practitioner, Tutor & Trainer ....................0402 230449
proud member of
ABSOLUTE GARDEN WASTE REMOVAL OR WHATEVER Large trailer. Free quotes ......66804704
Lic: 210143C
LEAF IT TO US Acreage/residential mowing/gardening, tree lopping, landscaping ......0402 487213
SERVICING ALL AREAS
ACREAGE BRUSHCUTTING & CLEARING SERVICES Lantana specialists ...................0412 705962 BYRON HIRE Building & home handyman equipment hire ....... www.byronhire.com.au 66856228 NICK’S MOWING Lawns, edges, hedges, local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O.Shores .....0418 792279 SOUND, LIGHTING & VIDEO equipment hire & installation, crystalgrid.com.au ..........0421 661910 SPECIALIST WEED CONTROL CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS ...............................0418 110714
LUSH GARDENS Affordable & Reliable – All aspects of garden maintenance. Joe.......0401 275232 NORTHERN RIVERS MOWING Acreage specialist. Small/large jobs. Sen/pen rate ......0428 544190 COMPLETE GARDEN SERVICE Including lawns, tip runs. Experienced & references.....0405 529275
0420 528 373 www.oceanfloors.net.au
HIRE
MOW JOES Lawn & garden maintenance, ride-on mowing. Fully insured ..............Joe 0407 065849 MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more .......................www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003
HINTERLAND Property Maintenance acreage mowing, servicing Byron Hinterland. Sam ...0429 809363
TIMBER FLOOR SPECIALIST
MULLUMBIMBY MEDICAL CENTRE 60 Stuart St ............................................................66841511
MULLUMBIMBY SKIN CLINIC 58 Stuart Street .................................................................66844400 MULLUM-MOWING@mullumonline.net. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage.........Peter 0423 756394
0408 536 565
Nathan Hourigan 0420 215 716 E: it2gets2me@gmail.com Servicing all areas
Counselling, Dentists, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry
BYRON BAY LAWN MOWING Fully insured garden maintenance & rubbish removal ..0412 263069 EVERGREEN ACREAGE MOWING AND MAINTENANCE .....................................Liron 0427 176771 BEANOS Tree & lawn care service. Tree removal/pruning. Lawn & garden maint ..........0421 508044
ECO TIMBER FLOORS Sanding, polishing & repairs..............................................Trent 0432 501721
INTERIOR DESIGN KATE PLATT Interior Designs, www.kateplatt.com................................0411 888416 or 66807606 d’ART INTERIORS www.dartinteriors.com.au. Call Patricia ...................0417 336816 or 66884768 DESIGN UNIT Residential & Commercial Interiors .................................................Bree 0403 488127
IRONING THE IRONING LADY Free pickup & delivery. Fast & friendly service $25/hr. Angela......0414 719680
KITCHENS
GARDENING ANGEL / HORTICULTURIST $30 per hour. Rebecca De Gail .....................0413 166314 FLOOR SANDING & PAINTING Decks, verandahs etc. Lic 190593C.....................Kevin 0417 644671 ROCKY BURNETT Lawn & garden maintenance & rubbish removal..............................0431 950522 SHAUN LEMURA KITCHENS Byron 15yrs+ qual. exp. www.shaunlemurakitchens.com.au ....0499 771769
GARAGE DOORS Licence No: 175956C ABN 93 113 342 699
ALL GLASS BYRON BAY Splashbacks .................................................................................66857200
GARDEN DESIGN
C & C KITCHEN SOLUTIONS Kitchens & bathrooms, quality at affordable prices ...............66872275
GARDEN DESIGN, FENG SHUI www.simplybeautifulspaces.com.au ......................... Lyn 0428 884329 D HINGED Kitchens, bathrooms from modest to high end www.hinged.com.au Dave ...0409 843689 LANDSCAPE DESIGN & PLANS Lic no. 39791 www.varendorfflandscapes.com ..........0414 842602 MAGIC RENOVATIONS Specialising in kitchens, bathrooms & full renovations.............0404 893404
GAS SUPPLIERS
PH: 02 6628 1376 W: www.cmgd.com.au E: info@cmgd.com.au 3 Hugh Street, Russelton Estate, Alstonville NSW 2477
LANDSCAPE DESIGN VARENDORFF LANDSCAPES www.varendorfflandscapes.com Lic 39791 ...................0414 842602
Garage Doors & Openers | Gates | Sales | Service | Installation | Repairs
Free Delivery
GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
No Rental Reliable
Locally Owned Est 18 years
BEAU JARDIN LANDSCAPE DESIGN Call Peter .............................................................0417 054443
LANDSCAPING
www.brunswickvalleygas.com
6680 1575 or 0408 760 609 GLAZIERS OCEAN SHORES GLASS AND SCREENS Glass splashbacks Lic No 61205C .........................66803333 ALL GLASS BYRON BAY Shower screens & mirrors ............................................................66857200
30 January 7, 2015 The Byron Shire Echo
• Sand • Soils • Gravels • Pots & statues • Lots, lots more
1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)
6684 2323 / 0418 663 983 Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo
Service Directory
Hunky Dory Farm
Medium and coarse chop also available all the same price PRICES START AT $27.50 + GST + DELIVERY – minimum load 6m
From the farm to you • 0424 163 784 • Eftpos available
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02 6688 4462 0404 864 741
deacondesign@mac.com
NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?
Chay 6680 5081 0429 805 081 Byron Shire
ALAN MALONE
Call Neil Deacon
Landscape Design | Construction | Maintenance
PLUMBERS Lic 167371C
TEA TREE MULCH
Licence No 97474
0412 794 364
JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C ..............0438 668025 BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051..................................66801403 or 0414 801403 I LOVE PLUMBING Call Steve Lic 148904C ....................................................................0412 916140 HRH PLUMBING (new business) Prompt, reliable, efficient. Lic 220755C ........Harley 0402 652017
SUBTROPICALLANDSCAPES.COM.AU 20 years exp. Lic 231789C................................0405 122456 DEREK BULLION PAINTING Free quotes. Lic R98818 ..........................0414 225604 or 66805049 DART PLUMBING Plumbing, roofing, gas. Byron Bay. Lic 1175539C.............................0421 334515 SHANE TURNER LANDSCAPES Solid, creative, affordable............................................0418 688171 AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ...............................................0413 185399 or 66841249 MARK STRATTON PLUMBING All aspects & emergency work. Lic 57803C ..................0419 019035 2481 LANDSCAPES Paving, retainer walls, tree removal, fencing, concreting ..............0490 062016 KELVIN & ROBERT TEALE Painters & decorators. Lic R65919 ..............0400 349027 or 0438 842731 ADM PLUMBING SERVICES‌ (NO JOB TOO SMALL) Lic 234528C. ...........Call Adam 0466 992483 KNIGHTSBRIDGE Painters & Decorators. Lic 130781C. ........... Ph Lloyd 66872351 or 0410 871662 ED RIORDAN PLUMBING Efficient, honest & reliable. Lic L6966 ..................................0417 343480
LAWNMOWER REPAIRS
BYRON Mower, B’cutter, Ch’saw, all small engine repairs, pickup & delivery .................0429 707286 TYAGARAH MOWER REPAIRS Pacific Hwy (next to Bruns Wreckers), Tyagarah ..........0488 094025
LIGHTING
BYRON PAINTING Immediate starts, great rates. Lic 239832C .....................................0427 669806 BRAD EVELEIGH PLUMBING Blocked drains & maintenance. Bruns. Lic 257153C.......0438 140075 MATT WILSON PLUMBING Lic 10704. All plumbing, draining, gas fitting. Free quotes. ...0408 665672
PEST CONTROL
PODIATRY RELAX...
Architectural & Landscape Lighting Specialists Free onsite consultancy service
Safe, effective pest control is our business • Comprehensive management plans & property inspections • Spray-free cockroach treatments • Non-toxic termite control
COASTAL PODIATRY GROUP All aspects of Podiatry. Lennox Head. Matt Frogley ...........66877717
PRINTER TONERS & CARTRIDGES
If you have found termites do not disturb them! Contact us for advice. 6685 4490 or after hours on 0414 769 018 • www.sanctuarypest.com.au
Unit 5, 21-23 Tasman Way, Byron Bay Arts & Ind. Est. (02) 6680 7007 www.creativelightingsolutions.com.au
LOCKSMITH MOBILE LOCKSMITH SERVICE Automotive car keys & lock installation/repair ............0412 764148
PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES
MOTORING THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE ..............................................................................0418 110714
Windscreens & Air Conditioning “Where else would you take a leak?�
Serving Byron Shire Lot 4 Wilfred Street, Billinudgel • 6680 2444
Lic: AU29498
Bayside Radiators
PHOTOGRAPHY
Tree Faerie Fotos
TRADITIONAL & DIGITAL PRINTING %XVLQHVV &DUGV ‡ )O\HUV ‡ 3RVWHUV ‡ 6WLFNHUV art@mullumprintworks.com.au 䖲 6684 3633
Professional • Commercial • Personal
REMOVALISTS
30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism
www.treefaeriefotos.com • 0417 427 518 • Tyres • Batteries • Wheel Alignments MULLUMBIMBY TYRE SERVICE Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2016
LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES
MECHANICAL REPAIRS, WARREN SIMMONS Byron Bay .................................................66858500 MULLUMBIMBY AUTOMOTIVE repairs, tyres & brakes. 40 Dalley Street .................. Sam 66843034
PHYSIOTHERAPY BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, pilates. Liz Thomas, Cally O’Hara, Troy Eady .....................................................................................66872330 NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy, acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Corner Dalley & Burringbar Sts, Mullumbimby ....................................................................66843255
OSTEOPATHY
ANTHONY D’ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St.. 66853511
BYRON OSTEOPATHIC CARE FOR WOMEN Eve Schoenheimer Mon, Tues, Thur ............66853660 CLAUDIA MIRDITA Craniosacral therapy, physiotherapy....................................................66857222 NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs & Jamie Bennett. Mon-Fri .............................66857517 CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel .................Bangalow 66872337 & M’bah 66723818 OSTEOPATH SINCE 1975 Old school, Lennox Head. Michael Petrie ...................................66874410 PETRA KARNI Physiotherapy, Craniosacral, Alexander Technique. Byron..........................66807207 OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics,
PAINTING
remedial massage. Nigel Pitman, Ilse v.Oostenbrugge, Lachlan Dewar ..............................66803499
BYRON BAY
• Domestic & Commercial • Servicing all areas • Workmanship guaranteed • Attention to detail
0438 784 226 • 6685 4154
Lic No 189144C
ALL-WAYS PAINTING
ALL WORK GUARANTEED Domestic & Commercial
YVES DE WILDE
Friendly & Clean
QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES
0415 952 494 X 6680 7573 X www.yvesdewilde.com.au LIC 114372C
North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au
PICTURE FRAMING
FINE ART INSTALLATION SERVICES Art & picture hanging systems.........................0403 554288
X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING www.duluxaccredited.com.au
PETER FARRELL Physiotherapist/rehab consultant. Discuss best approach. Mullum.........66843385
MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS & MEXICAN ART 75 Stuart Street.............................0403 734791
Lic 184464C
6685 1018 or 0413 666 267
EWINGSDALE PHYSIO Renata Tenta. Flexi-Bar Training. Real Time Ultrasound .................66847838
BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel .......................66803444
B Timbs Painting Bruce Timbs
LIBBIE NELSON PHYSIO – Acupuncture, yoga & therapy, BFL, Herbs, CS. Byron Bay ......0416 369698
PLASTERING
PLASTERING CONTRACTOR DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL
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DQQH P ZDUZLFN#JPDLO FRP COL JENKINS PLASTER Gyprock, renovations, repairs. No job too small .....................0401 078733 GLENN WATERS For the finish you can’t see. Lic 58928C...............................................0427 908129
BEYOND BYRON REMOVALS Ready for work within & beyond Byron Brisbane Sydney backloading For careful service & great rates
phone 66801158 or 0408 004719
Andy’s Move & More Small and Medium Moves, Tip Runs and Deliveries, 1 or 2 Men at Low Prices Byron Bay and Mullumbimby based
Call cost save
0429 149 533
I can call u back
SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth – just give us a ring
• Freight services to Brisbane weekly • Carriers of ďŹ ne art • Furniture removal • E-bay pick up & delivery
6683 4829 / 0409 917646
LEAPFROG REMOVALS BYRON BAY’S LOCAL REMOVALIST MOVING THE SHIRE FOR OVER 10 YEARS
0432 334 200 02 6680 8170 leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au For tips & testimonials
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WATER FILTERS
Dirty Tiles & Grout? ...forget pointless scrubbing
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02 6684 2198
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Free Quote
MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ...........................................0414 282813
BRAND NEW again... GUARANTEED!!!
for home, commercial and rural properties
9 Tile, Grout & Stone Cleaning & Sealing 9 Silicone 9 Grout Colouring 9 Re-Grouting 9 Epoxy Grout 9 Glass Restoration 9 Slippery Tiles & More
6680 8200 or 0418 108 181 IN IN H
LOCAL AFFORDABLE Brisbane to Sydney, 20yrs exp. travellingbenny@gmail.com ....0402 199999
ROOFING
Call Ben on 0456 606 911
Water purification systems Home • Rural • Commercial Servicing your needs
www.groutpro.com.au
R 4 ROOFING AUSTRALIA Servicing Northern Rivers. Lic 252098C.................. Adam 0422 248936
TILER OF THE BAY
RUBBISH REMOVAL BEST SKIPS BANGALOW 2m2, 4m2, 6m2 bins ......................................0417 458149 or 66871544 OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ........................................0412 161564 or 66841232 BYRON SKIPS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 2, 3, 4 & 6 m3 bins available .............................0450 300360 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL.................................................................................0408 210772
SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS
Drop washing steel, es and machin ers dry
@ BRUNSWICK BYRON AUTO WRECKERS Buying: • Scrap metal • Aluminium • Copper • Brass • Lead • Car Batteries Next to Tyagarah Service Station
Pacific Highway, Tyagarah 6684 2351
For all ceramic and stone internal / external wall and floor tiling Waterproofing Q Quality Materials Q 14 years local experience
FREE TOW
avail fo r cars – unwanted cash for som paid e
$379
FULLY INSTALLE IN YOURD HOME
Phone Chris 0414 229 114
WATER TANKS & TANK CLEANING
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WATER TANK CLEANING/WATER TANKS All areas ...............................66888055 or 0407 002833
CALL ROBERT 0414 818 169
Lic 219684C
TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103
BYRON CASH FOR SCRAP E ll FRoE ff for a
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North Coast news daily:
SMART RAINWATER SOLUTIONS Tank installation, cleaning, repair etc......................0418 662285
WEB DESIGN SERVICES
TILER Bathroom repairs, walls & floors. Lic 75915. Andy ...............................................0419 478248 WEB BROWSER Quality websites at affordable prices ..........................66803707 or 0423 770799 wordpressit.com.au modern websites logos SEO value rates ..............info@wordpressit.com.au MAGIC RENOVATIONS Specialising in bathrooms, kitchens, laundries, floor & wall.....0404 893404
WELDING
TRAVEL
MICK’S MOBILE WELDING All welding & machine maint, metal stair repairs etc ......0407 987290 McLEAN AUSTQUIP EARTHMOVING & AGRICULTURAL REPAIRS Welding, machining, hydraulics, engineering workshop ................................................0412 065003
SECURITY SERVICES
WINDOW TINTING
BRUNSWICK VALLEY LOCKSMITHS Shirewide. Master security lic. 047862307 ..........0412 144679
ATAS A10923
SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices .........................0412 158478
STREETWISE SECURITY Static guards & crowd control. Lic 409807379........................0439 793925
SEPTIC SYSTEMS
TREE SERVICES
SEWERAGE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS Installing, maintaining and repairing onsite sewerage management systems in Tweed & Byron Shires for over 25 years.
JIM’S TREE & STUMP REMOVAL
M 0418 754 149 P 07 5523 9930
• Qualified Arborist • Tree Pruning • Tree Removal • Stump Removal • Mulching • Fully Insured • Same Day Response
NSW Lic. L10007 QLD Lic. 13395
TRINE SOLUTIONS Plumbing, draining & gasfitting. Lic 138031C .....................................66802358
131 546
SEWING & ALTERATIONS STITCH: For all your sewing needs. Ocean Shores, Mullum, Burringbar. Ph Lindi ..........0432 340113
A1 SEWING MACHINES – PARTS & REPAIRS Since 1963. Leaders in service...................66847447 SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES .............................................Call Tim 66877677 or 0417 698227 NORTHERN TREE CARE Consulting arborist, tree surgery ...........................................0414 186161 TREE CONTROL Safe lopping, removal, 12” chipper, stump grinder. Free quotes ..........0422 767677 A VERY HANDY MAN TREE SERVICES Happy to help ............Andrew 66844634 or 0412 558890 BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Irvin ..................................................0402 323910 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Tree Surgery & removal, stump grinding, cherry picker ........0401 208797 CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICE Bobcat, crane truck, 18” chipper.................................0408 202184 SOLAR PANEL CLEANING All areas, free quotes, fully insured .............66841778 or 0405 922839 HART TREE SERVICES 15” chipper, bobcat, crane truck, stump grinder, EWP.. 66849137 or 0427 347380
UPHOLSTERY
ATTENTION POOL OWNERS
BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists ............................66805255
• All pool requirements • Professional advice • Water testing • Friendly service • Pool servicing
BYRON BAY UPHOLSTERY Soft furnishings & outdoor ........................66853745 or 0403 713303
73 Station St, Mullumbimby (opp. Council chambers)
6684 3003
VALUERS BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD reg’d. Chartered Valuers ........................0431 245460 or 66857010
MULLUMBIMBY POOL SHOP Water tesing, Eco products, mobile servicing Lic 39126 ...66844846 SIMPSON PROPERTY GROUP – VALUERS .................................................66872009 or 0427 220976
TILING
SHE TILES
Female Wall & Floor Tiler _ over 10 years experience
Kitchens, bathrooms, laundries, tile repairs & waterproofing Leaking showers repaired & sealed NO JOB TOO SMALL • Free quotes & consultations
Call Louise 0478 698 186
Lic. No. 216827C Because a woman understands excellence
32 January 7, 2015 The Byron Shire Echo
1st SUN Byron Bay 1st SUN Lismore Car Boot
6685 6807 6628 7333
2nd SUN The Channon 2nd SUN Lennox Head 2nd SUN Alstonville
6688 6433 6686 2139 6628 1568
3rd SAT Mullumbimby 3rd SAT Murwillumbah
6684 3370 0417 759 777 6679 5921 6628 7333 6687 4328
Full moon January 5 Third quarter January 13
SEWING MACHINE SALES & SERVICE
SWIMMING POOLS
1st SAT Bruns Heads 6628 4495 1st SAT Murwillumbah 0417 759 777 1st SAT Lismore Markets 0407 124 991
3rd SUN Uki 3rd SUN Lismore Car Boot 3rd SUN Ballina
SEWING REPAIRS & ALTERATIONS Byron Bay & all areas. Phone Jan ......................Jan 66849398
SOLAR INSTALLATION
MONTHLY MARKETS
VETERINARY SURGEONS MULLUM VET CLINIC Richard Gregory, Erin Tottenham, Bec Patison. 24 hrs 7 days.........66843818 VITALITY VETCARE Bangalow. Megan Kearney .................................................................66870675
VIDEO PRODUCTION CAMERA CREW, LIGHTING, screens, projectors & editing, crystalgrid.com.au.............0421 661910
15:54 20:47
4th SUN Bangalow 4th SUN Nimbin
6687 1911 0458 506 000
5th SUN Lennox Head 5th SUN Nimbin
6687 8618 0458 506 000
SATURDAYS Byron Artisan Market 4-9pm
6685 6807
FARMERS MARKETS Each TUE New Brighton Each TUE Organic Lismore Each WED 7-11am M’bah Each THU 8-11am Byron Each FRI 7-11am Mullum Each SAT 8-11am Bangalow Each SAT 8am-1pm Uki
6677 1345 6628 1084 6684 7834 6687 1137 6677 1345 6687 1137 6679 5530
JANUARY 2015 Astronomical data and tides
New moon January 21 00:14 First quarter January 27 15:49 Day of Sun Sun Moon Moon High tide, month rise set rise set height (m) 1 T 0551 1947 1606 0230 0607,1.65; 1837,1.30 2 F 0551 1947 1703 0316 0700,1.71; 1933,1.31 3 S 0552 1947 1757 0404 0748,1.75; 2022,1.33 4 S 0553 1947 1848 0454 0832,1.78; 2105,1.34 5 M 0554 1947 1936 0546 0912,1.79; 2145,1.35 6 T 0554 1948 2019 0639 0950,1.78; 2224,1.36 7 W 0555 1948 2100 0732 1026,1.75; 2300,1.35 8 T 0556 1948 2137 0825 1100,1.71; 2337,1.35 9 F 0557 1948 2212 0916 1136,1.65 10 S 0557 1948 2246 1008 0015,1.35; 1212,1.58 11 S 0558 1948 2320 1058 0057,1.34; 1251,1.49 12 M 0559 1948 2354 1150 0143,1.34; 1335,1.40 13 T 0600 1948 1241 0233,1.35; 1428,1.32 14 W 0601 1948 0029 1335 0329,1.38; 1530,1.25 15 T 0601 1948 0108 1430 0427,1.43; 1639,1.22 16 F 0602 1948 0150 1527 0523,1.51; 1746,1.24 17 S 0603 1947 0236 1625 0617,1.62; 1846,1.29 18 S 0604 1947 0329 1723 0708,1.73; 1941,1.36 19 M 0605 1947 0427 1821 0758,1.85; 2031,1.43 20 T 0606 1947 0529 1916 0846,1.94; 2121,1.49 21 W 0606 1946 0635 2007 0935,2.00; 2211,1.55 22 T 0607 1946 0742 2055 1025,2.00; 2300,1.58 23 F 0608 1946 0849 2140 1114,1.95; 2352,1.59 1204,1.84 24 S 0609 1946 0955 2223 25 S 0610 1945 1059 2305 0045,1.59; 1257,1.69 26 M 0611 1945 1201 2347 0139,1.57; 1352,1.53 27 T 0612 1944 1302 0237,1.56; 1454,1.37 28 W 0612 1944 1401 0030 0339,1.55; 1604,1.26 29 T 0613 1943 1458 0115 0445,1.56; 1719,1.22 30 F 0614 1943 1553 0202 0547,1.59; 1827,1.22 31 S 0615 1942 1644 0251 0643,1.63; 1922,1.26
Low tide, height (m) 1245,0.49 0025,0.47; 1342,0.43 0115,0.47; 1430,0.38 0200,0.47; 1512,0.35 0242,0.47; 1549,0.33 0321,0.48; 1625,0.34 0400,0.49; 1700,0.35 0437,0.52; 1733,0.38 0515,0.55; 1807,0.41 0557,0.59; 1843,0.45 0642,0.63; 1921,0.48 0733,0.68; 2003,0.52 0831.0.71; 2052,0.55 0940,0.72; 2145,0.57 1053,0.68; 2243,0.56 1200,0.60; 2339,0.53 1258,0.49 0032,0.47; 1349,0.37 0124,0.41; 1437,0.25 0215,0.35; 1524,0.16 0305,0.30; 1611,0.11 0358,0.27; 1658,0.10 0451.0.28; 1745,0.13 0545,0.32; 1832,0.20 0644,0.39; 1921,0.29 0745,0.46; 2012,0.39 0853,0.54; 2107,0.48 1008,0.58; 2207,0.54 1125,0.57; 2309,0.56 1234,0.53 0007,0.56; 1330,0.48
Times are Eastern Daylight Saving Time. Time lags: Ballina Boat Dock: 15 min; Byron Bay: nil; Brunswick River Hwy Bridge: high 30 min, low 1 hr; Mullumbimby: 1 hr 10 min; Billinudgel: 3 hr 55 min; Chinderah: high 1 hr 15 min, low 2 hr; Terranora Inlet: high 2 hr 10 min, low 2 hr 25 min; Murwillumbah: high 2 hr 30 min, low 2 hr 50 min. Tides in bold indicate high tide of 1.7m or more and low tide of 0.3m or less. Data courtesy of the National Tidal Centre.
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Classifieds INDEX Annual General Meetings ....... 33 Businesses For Sale .............. 34 Car Service ............................. 34 Caravans ................................. 34 Death Notices.......................... 35 For Sale ................................... 34 Garage Sales .......................... 34 Halls For Hire ......................... 34 Health Notices ........................ 33 Land For Sale.......................... 34 Lost & Found .......................... 35 Motor Vehicles ........................ 34 Musical Notes......................... 35 Only Adults ............................. 36
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VISION FOR 2015 Consciously intend your year ahead with a practical workshop to clarify your desires, set your intentions & invite in the flow of manifestation. Jan 22, 7-9pm. $25. Bookings essential. www.the-unfolding.com 66803241 Individual sessions also available.
Return Thank You.................... 35 Share Accommodation .......... 34 Short Term Accommodation .. 34 Social Escorts ........................ 36 To Lease ................................. 35 To Let ...................................... 34 Tractor Repairs ........................ 34 Tradework ............................... 34 Tree Services .......................... 34 Tuition ..................................... 35
KIDS HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS Come & make a fabulous mosaic in the Goosehouse studio. Ceramics, glass, buttons etc. Lots of fun 13,15, 21 & 23rd Jan. 9.30-1.30 $50 includes morning tea. Call Heather 66847220
Wanted To Rent...................... 35 Work Wanted......................... 35
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SHIATSU MASSAGE by professional Japanese masseuse. Reasonable rates, delightful setting. Ph 0422851588
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The Channon Craft Market
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Frot h Lab
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Yin Flow Foundation Leigh Lucas
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YOGA
6688 6433
The
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Sat Flow+ 8am Nikki
Upstairs, 144 Jonson St, Byron Bay (next to Mitre 10) 0414 969 187 ananta.com.au
THIS SUNDAY
The best market in the country!
Foundation Lucy
4pm
Byron Public School, 17 Kingsley St, Byron Bay Online tickets $50 or $60 on the door www.evolveyogafestival.com.au Proudly sponsored by Byron Yoga Centre for Byron Street and Byron Yoga Retreat Centre yoga class timetable:
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HATHA VINYASA FLOW
at the Ocean Shores Community Centre
Stretch, Strengthen and Relax
across from Shoppping Centre
Fridays 9.30 – 11 am Suitable for all levels
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COSTUME HIRE, PROPS, SUITS & ACCESSORIES Phone/fax 6684 2978 By appointment only
LOCALS SPECIAL! BRUNSWICK HEADS CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL BANNER PARK Every Sunday until 18th January from 7pm
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6688 2494/0427 845533
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LAMININE: HOLISTIC STEM CELL SUPERFOOD + MANNA FIRE Melt beta (toxic fat cells) LIKE BUTTER. 0410144794 Lucie/0450992483 Sequoia Synergy in Motion
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Bookings: Shahido
0416 196 980
MASSAGE AWAKENING $40 /hr, 7 days Home/Mobile. Joshua 0426534161
S AT U R DAY 4 – 9 PM
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Osho books & DVDs
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Hawaiian Temple Bodywork 2.5-3 hour transformational sessions Saphire 66845363, 0438928465
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STARLIGHT FESTIVAL
Osho Satsang
NATUROPATHY ALLERGY TESTING MASSAGE
These prices include GST.
Wanted .................................... 34 Wanted To Lease .................... 35
Wkly 26th Jan 6.45pm Lin 0404 066 707
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YOGA TEACHER TRAINING ONE DAY A WEEK March – December Suffolk Park – BOOK NOW! 0418 441 437 | flo@intouchyogabyronbay.com 02 6685 9910 | intouchyogabyronbay.com
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Yoga & Pilates Shiatsu & Massage Experienced teachers Amazing venue
0423 293 995 Jo Morrish
MULLUMBIMBY
8 - 9:30am
10 - 11:30am
M
Maria
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Daniel
Free Flow Yoga Hatha Yoga
6:00 - 7:30pm
Slow Gentle Yoga
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Upstairs Byron Surf Club 0448 807 798 Mon-Sat
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ASHTANGA YOGA BYRON Mysore style. Beg welcome. Mon-Fri 9.30am. Jack 0422684239 TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE Brunswick Heads. Ph Yah 0477594800
Study Kinesiology
for your career in natural health. FREE intro to self-help, Cert IV & Dip. Wed 21 Jan 7-9pm with Parijat Wismer Course starts 21/22 Feb. Austudy. Byron Kinesiology Centre/KSA Ph 66857991 www.wellness.net.au
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‘Being free is not an idea. It’s a feeling. It emanates from within.’ Prem Rawat To receive a complimentary DVD, please text ‘DVD, name & mailing address’ to 0417200440. WOPG information line 1300303169
TOXIC & TIRED?
Detox, feel light, clear & vital. Guaranteed! Colonic hydrotherapy, naturopathy, Chineitsang. Natalie 0458633869 www.byronbaydetoxretreats.com.au
TREE SERVICES
NICK HART TREE LOPPING
• Affordable tree services • Professional tree care • 15” chipper (crane truck)
Fully insured • Free quotes
6684 9137 • 0427 347 380
Tallow TREE SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE • • • • •
REMOVALS PALMS TREE SURGERY FREE QUOTES FULLY INSURED
• • • • •
STUMP GRINDING TREE REPORTS DA APPLICATIONS CRANE HIRE CHERRY PICKER
6687 2750 - 0401 208 797
BAMBOO PLANTS clumping, many varieties, good prices. 0412800690
WAVEMASTER SURF SKIS x 2 $450 & $550, ready to rip. 0408461130
BYRON 53 Carlyle Street Saturday 7am - 11am. Good quality clothing
NEW CHEF CERAMIC COOKTOP, lge Bosch fridge; large filing cabinet; 2-piece leather lounge; o/dr lounge. 0434193901
SPEED QUEEN
HOUSE CLEARANCE SALE 8am-12pm Saturday 10th January Clothes, kitchen stuff, furniture & more 8/37-39 Bottlebrush Cres. 0406088741
EX-NURSERY RAPHIS PALMS 6’ tall from top of the pot & various other plants. Phone 66847649
DOUBLE BASS Chinese made, ebony finger board & solid spruce, very good condition $2500 ono. 0412732465
Miele appliances Buy the best Bridglands Betta Home Living Mullumbimby 66842511
SUBARU Liberty wagon 96, 270,000km good cond $3000 ono. 0401796769
BICYCLES buy, sell, repair, recycle. Adult bikes from $60. Phil 0413779223
SUBARU OUTBACK 98 Good condition. 266,000km, $3500 ono. Ph 66802908
EPIC SURF SKIS & KAYAKS Available now from Go Sea Kayak Byron Bay. To book a demo paddle call: 1800732529 or check out the range on: www.goseakayakbyronbay.com.au
VACUUM BAGS
To suit most makes & models
BRIDGLANDS
MOSQUITO NETS
2007 HINO AUTO 300C07 Freezer Pantec 3 doors. Excellent condition, new gearbox & freezer compressor. Quick sale, car licence, $15,000 neg. Ph Stuart 0437624020
100% cotton, all sizes, locals discounts. Ph 66843191 www.1001nets.net
LASER sedan, low kms, log books, exc cond $3500. 0437702765
CARPET MATS FROM 50c EACH Ray Towers Carpets - Mullumbimby
BICYCLES pre-loved from $50, repairs. Sth Golden Bch 0431540579, 66804165
from $10.50sqm & Bamboo Flooring. For ceilings, walls, doors, etc. Ph 66884188 • sample & brochure. www.bambooply.com.au
ARCHIBALD’S CHEAP QUARRY PRODUCTS
HEART SPACE MASSAGE Reflexlogy & Metamorphics Jo Morrish. Ph 0423293995
Road base, gravel, blue metal and metal dust. ALL SIZE DELIVERIES. Phone 66845517, 0418481617
DOUBLE BASS Chinese made, ebony finger board & solid spruce, very good condition $2800 ono. 0412732465 WASHING MACHINE automatic $180, fridge f/free $250, delivery. 0413589388
NARNIA NURSERY Lilly Pilly, Star Jasmine, Purple Fountain Grass, Xanadu, Lomandra, Liriope, etc www.narnianursery.com.au 0419771514
HYPNOSIS & EFT
Simple and effective solutions Anxiety, Cravings, Fears & Trauma. Maureen Bracken 0402205352 THAI MASSAGE 1.5hrs $50, home visit $60. Ekka, 7 days 66804478. Traditional CRANIOSACRAL & YOGA WITH DEB Tues 9.30am (Hatha flow), Wed 6pm (Restorative) Yoga Peace Mullum. Cranio by appt 0400811155, 66840470 MASSAGE / BOWEN THERAPY G.Vouchers Ph: 0409112075 TREAT YOURSELF! Relaxing deep tissue, remedial. Byron. Ph Kate 0410395368
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• FULLY INSURED • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES
SION ADMDIASY & FRIDAY
6684 4421
THURS
0402 323 910
SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES
Rolfing® Byron Bay Are your hips tighter on one side?
Virginia Gross
Jason Mc Donald
Body Based
Psychotherapy Somatic Practice
Julie Wells Anne Mannix
MULLUM CREEK NATIVE NURSERY 110 Yankee Ck Rd, via Wilsons Ck Rd Mullumbimby 6684 1703 Open every Wed–Fri 10am to 4pm or by appointment www.mcnativenursery.com.au
*Two for one on full price tickets only
Individual and Couple Therapy Supervision and Coaching
TRADEWORK
3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL
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ECHO CLASSIFIEDS • 66841777
THURS 8TH - SUN 11TH JAN | A&I HALL BANGALOW
Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal 0408 210 772 STUDIO CLEARANCE SALE
Dip.Som.Psych, Clinical PACFA Reg.
(02) 6685 5138
Crystal Singing Bowls
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in the Byron Shire. Tubestock to Semi-advanced Buy direct from the grower
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OLD MOTORBIKE any make, any year, any cond. Will pick up. 0427109195 LP RECORDS: good condition, no op shop crap! Ph Matt 0401955052
GARAGE SALES BRUNS 19 Nana St. Sat 8-2pm. Alkaway water filter, elec frypan, blankets, rugs SUFFOLK 3 Redbean Cl, moving sale, furn, collectables, jewellery, art, Tibetan tangkas, clothes, kitchen stuff. Sat 8am
O.SHORES NTH 8am Sat, 11 Rangal Rd. Moving sale. Furn, Q bed, fridge/freezer, kitchen stuff, linen etc. All must go.
FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND
Matt 0427 172 684
WANTED
LILITH & FRIENDS Sale of useful & unusual, weird & wonderful classy bargains, interesting bric-a-brac, men’s/ women’s funky fashions, good books, travel treasures. Undercover from 7am Sat, 7 Mahr Pl, Baywood Chase
• Fence posts • Hardwood poles • Sleepers • Paling fence timber • Offcuts • Banana props • Drummed molasses • Firewood
Supplying commercial, wood fired bakeries, pizza restaurants and residential, combustion stoves, open fires, pot belly, kindling. Various load sizes from 4’x 6’ to 4 ton tipper. PRICES STARTING FROM $95. VOLUME DISCOUNTS.
DLN 19950
BSW MOTORS
COMPOST TOILETS
NATIVE PLANTS The Largest range of native plants
Car Great Value. XYQ915 ........................... $3,495 Daihatsu Charade Auto AC 125,730km. Log book history. Immaculate. THU313 .......... $3,250 Falcon Ute 2000 Auto AC/PS. Ready for work or play. S/N 5333 ............................................ $3,350 Mitsubishi Grandis 2004 AC/PS 166,311km 7 seater. New timing belt etc. Lovely. S/N 0239. $8,950 Mitsubishi Magna 2003 Auto AC/PS 148,256km. Great family car. Great value. BF72HW..................................................... $4,350 Hyundai Excel Manual 5sp. Air Cond 1 owner. Perfect 1st car. UPP542 .............................. $2,475
CAR SERVICE
FOR SALE
Jeremy Sutton • 0407 132 921 rolfingbyronbay.com
BARGAINS 2002 Toyota Camry Wagon Auto AC/PS. Great
Ballina Car Centre
TAROT, PSYCHICS, HEALERS, LIVE MUSIC, WORKSHOPS, YOGA, FREE HEALINGS, CHANTING, SHAMANIC JOURNEYS, CRYSTALS, REIKI ATTUNEMENTS & MUCH MORE
Garry Scott • 66843468
2001 MITSUBISHI VERADA KJ Xi Sedan 4dr auto 4sp 3.5L, leather seats, 4 new tyres, sunroof. Good condition. $2300. Ph 0499008555
6686 5586 / 0418 676 274
Mobile 0417 698 227
COORABELL HALL WEDDINGS, GIGS, CLASSES 66871307 www.coorabellhall.net
CAR RENTALS
Weekly Rates 0401606707
ballinacarcentre.com.au
Mulch Supplies
HALLS FOR HIRE
Local reg’d business 66845296 or 66845403 or 0413120970
16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA
Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas
More Information: www.YogaInByron.com CALL TO REGISTER: 0451 018 144
CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS
50 CARS UNDER $10,000
• Cherry Picker • Wood Chipper • Stump Grinder • Tree Surgeon • Fully Insured
6687 7677
TARAGO 1991 4WD luxury model. Tow hitch, 450k kms, mid Feb rego, a steal at $2200 ono. Phone 0418668414 SUBARU FORESTER MY07 AWD auto roofracks towbar, white, rego 09/15 VGC $10,000. Ph 0408866651
BAMBOO PLY
REACH YOUR IDEAL WEIGHT IN 60 MINUTES Easy & no fuss! Free Psych-K balance. Ingrid 66803827
MOTOR VEHICLES
Bedding now available at BETTA HOME LIVING Mullumbimby 66842511
Make it Happen! IN 60 MINUTES Ingrid 66803827
TEMPUR
LOUNGE SUITE 3-seater low back, 2 wing chairs, gold velvet upholstery, exc cond $100, ALSO set of 4 solid wooden carver chairs $50 the set. 0429351257
Mullumbimby. 66842511
Quit Cigarettes
Commercial grade washing machines Bridglands Betta Home Living Mullum 66842511
paintings and drawings JAN RAE all day Saturday January 10 32 Childe St, Belongil Beach www.janrae.com .au
Pre-purchase inspection from $40! Pink slips, service + repair. 10 Bonanza Dr, Billinudgel. 66804999
CARAVANS 25’ REFURBISHED VAN bunk room, kitchen, lounge etc, good cond, can arrange delivery $6250 ono. 0413289443
TRACTOR REPAIRS
TRACTOR REPAIRS
Rural Machinery Repair Service old-school repairs, parts & restorations to all makes and models onsite service available workshop 72 Charltons Road Federal
6688 4143 0448 881 942 TRACTORS FOR SALE Massey Ferguson 35 with 5ft slasher $4,900 Grey Fergie $1,500
MONSTER GARAGE SALE Furn, laser printer, lamps, shelving units, filing cabinets, drawers, painting & camping gear, kitchen stuff. 108 McGettigans Lane, after 7am Sat. See Byron Bay Garage Sale facebook page, under Mark O'Brien, for pics
MARKET FOOD VAN 3 mkts/mth, good income + festivals, POA. 0417138734
FEDERAL next to store. Sat 9-1pm. Quality clothes, kids books, kayak, hardware & much more
MOBILE FOOD RETAIL Byron area, suit cpl with hospitality exp. Interest over $90k. Call 0411027319
BUSINESS FOR SALE
RAW ECSTASY This unique niche business is operating at 11 local markets per month. Operational with two people. There is scope to expand into more festivals & wholesaling. Value to you: $25k stock/equipment + $ permanent market stalls + 10 yrs goodwill + training + amazing recipes + making living food with love. enquiries@rawecstasy.com.au
EDENS LANDING FRUIT & VEG FOR SALE! • Successful, thriving business • Operating for over 30 years • Excellent reputation • Fantastic lifestyle • Amazing income Email: edenslanding@iinet.net.au or call 0481 275 272 for more information.
LAND FOR SALE FIJI Savu Savu 2000sqm development block, amazing views, 2 min to town, will consider swap $125,000. 0410406334
REMOVALISTS BIG & SMALL REMOVAL JOBS Local, affordable, reliable & quick Ph 66845510 or 0412363930
SHORT TERM ACCOM. BYRON f-furn renov, 4br, 2 bthrm close to town/beaches avail March to June. Email: ruthjlawrence@gmail.com for details
SHARE ACCOM. BANGALOW room avail furn/unfurn easy going people $170pw incl. 0431058752 MULLUM 2 bright fully-furn funky rooms avail for rent now in a lovely home in the heart of Mullum. Quiet location, tropical gardens, massive deck, share with 1 fem, needing healthy-living conscious, employed females pref 35-45ish only, unfortunately no pets. 4 weeks bond, 2 weeks advance $180 & $200 per room per week + bills. Text Amelia 0411170468 SUNRISE room $160pw + expenses. Prefer mature drug-free worker, available January 14th. Phone 0427629487 BYRON STUDIO in town, funky f-furn, s-cont, suit couple/twin share $330pw. 0410515093 after 6pm SUNRISE lge furn room, 3br t/h $170pw inc bills + bond, no pets. Ph 66856760 RURAL MULLUM 1br inside house, outside amenities, $130pw. 0402199999
TO LET BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333 BANGALOW RENT-A-SHED Modern & Secure from $122.85 p/m Bangalow Real Estate • 66872479 BANGALOW modern sunny 3br, 2 bthrm bright lounge, deck & priv fenced gdn NE facing. 3rd br has sep ent $575pw + $2300 bond, avail 7/2/15. 0467980638
Bangalow
Lismore Rd, Bangalow - $430 pw 2 bed, 1 bath timber cottage, carport. Avail 2nd Feb Brooklet Rd, Brooklet - $480 pw 2-3 bed, 1 bath, great location. Owner on-site. Avail Now Avalon Ave, Clunes - $500 pw 3 bed plus study, 2 bath, double carport. Avail 15th Jan Pine Mtn Rd, Possum Creek - $700 pw Large 3-4 bed, 2 bath home w pool avail furn or unfurn. Avail 30th Jan Parrot Tree Pl, Bangalow - $750 pw Brand new 4 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, timber floors. Avail Now
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CARAVANS & CABINS from $195pw. Apply in person to Byron Bay Tourist Village, Ewingsdale Road
BYRON LILLI PILLI self-contained furnished studio $320pw bills & WiFi included, short term neg. Ph 0413294982
MULLUM COTTAGE 2kms from town. Idyllic 2br, 2 living with verandah $320pw + services. Phone 0418668414
SUFFOLK STUDIO f-furn, s-cont, WiFi, big backyard, $260pw incl. 0470421206
EWINGSDALE 1br flat, quiet with small courtyard. No pets, $300pw + bills. Ph 0403458177 SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH 100m to dog beach, 3br, 2 LUG, pool, beautiful outlook, private, references required, long term, pets welcome, avail 19 Jan $500pw. Ph 0439097224 NORTH OCEAN SHORES Secluded fully furnished 3 bedroom home, ocean & Mt Chincogan views, decks, 2 bathrooms, rumpus, fireplace, gazebo, carport . Avail mid-Feb, pref long-term local $470pw. Email: thais_henry@linknet.com.au CORKWOOD Cres, Suffolk $550pw. Townhouse 3br, 2 bthrm, 3 decks, small LUG, 4 weeks bond + refs. 0407055024 SUFFOLK s-c granny flat, own entrance, pref working fem no kids, d/f, n/s, no pets $270pw incl bills & internet + 2 weeks bond avail 26/1, long term. 0407617880 POTTSVILLE furn/unfurn studio flat, own bathroom, limited kitchen, close to beach $155pw incl. Email personal outline to: cc535622@gmail.com
BANGALOW Spacious, 3br home, 2 bthrms, $510pw. Ph 0427638283 BALLINA SELF-STORAGE UNITS Secure from $16pw. Ph 66867011 STORAGE From $100/mth. Bangalow. Ph 66871500
WANTED TO RENT SPACE FOR CARAVAN on property, 4x4 access OK, within 15km of Byron $100pw. Live in! Phone Jock 0412469109 MATURE LADY looking to rent fully-furn private accom in Byron up to $300pw all inclusive. Available to move in 23/1/15. Responsible, clean & tidy. Please contact Maryanne Kezerle on 0427303764 RESPONSIBLE CARING WOMAN with 2 beautiful high school teens and longterm local employment, seeks 3br home for around $400pw. Reliable with exc ref (current Mullum rental 13yrs tenancy). Contact Lucy 0403695718 MULLUM TOWN ACCOM WANTED Self-cont / quiet, clean share house for respectful working female. 0435836947
BYRON STUDIO in town, funky f-furn, s-cont, suit couple/twin share $330pw. 0410515093 after 6pm
WORKING mature gent, quiet, clean, tidy, seeks accom perm/long term, Mullum area pref. Refs avail. Brett 0402366323
STH GOLDEN BEACH 1 spacious br with loft, $280pw incl bills. 0422882505
LARGE SHED OR BAILS at least 300sqm, must have power & water, toilet & either phone line or be in a good phone/WiFi area. Kitchen a plus. Between Mullum & Lismore. Prefer rural or quiet location for filming/recording. Text/email 0417427518, TF@treefaeriefotos.com.
STUDIO APARTMENT Beachside Suffolk, avail now $270pw plus bills. Text or call 0412812642 BANGALOW large newly renovated 1br self-cont flat. Own ent, verandahs + views. Semi-furn $375pw incl elect & WiFi. 0424032328 OCEAN SHORES 4br/3bthrm unfurn house, views $470pw 1br/1bthrm furn unit, views $270pw NO PETS UNLESS SPECIFIED www.siwickirealestate.com.au Siwicki Real Estate 17 Fingal St Brunswick Heads. Ph 66851206
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& backloads to Brisbane. Friendly, with 10 years local exp. 0409917646
NEED A RESUME? From $25. Jacleen 0403130165 EXP & SKILLED BARISTA required to join the busy team at Fresh Cafe 30+ hours. Passionate with a min 2yrs exp in a high volume barista role required. Must be available nights, weekends & all public holidays & hold NSW RSA. No travellers, this is a minimum 6 month position. Please email resume to byronbayfresh@gmail.com. Start ASAP QUALIFIED CHEFS Busy Byron cafe is looking for full-time night service chefs to join the busy team. Must have previous experience in busy, health-focused kitchen environment. Available nights & weekends. No travellers, this is a minimum 6 month position. Please email resume to byronbayfresh@gmail.com. Start ASAP
Casual Stores Assistant Small healthcare company in Byron Bay req part time (20hrs) stores assistant. For full job description visit www.reidhealthcare.com. au/rectuiment Applications close Fri 16th January.
WAITSTAFF for busy Chinese restaurant at Bangalow. Must be able to work weekends, Friday, Saturday dinner, experienced & fast. Phone 66872382 EXPERIENCED CHEF Wanted for busy Byron Cafe. Full-time. Ph 0416929280 PR MANAGER To help drive a large, exciting national & local media campaign. Short-term contractor role. Email: staff@bbff.com.au ROCK AND ROLL COFFEE CO Req breakfast chef casual, 3 opens per week. Apply in person or email resume rockandrollcoffee@gmail.com Front Office Reception/ Sales Byron Bayside Central, is seeking an experienced Front Office Reception/ Sales person. With great customer service skills & computer skills. To apply email: info@byronbaysidemotel.com.au TELESALES We are looking for a highly persuasive, enthusiastic person to join our Telesales Team at our Byron Call Centre. MonFri 8.45am-3.45pm. Previous sales experience is preferred. Please call Angela to arrange an interview 66395020 between 9am-1pm BYRON BAY PIZZA CO. We have an opening on our pizza production team in our Mullum Kitchen: Wed-Fri, 9-4pm approx. Applicants must be hard-working & food experienced. Preferably local & sound of mind. CV & cover letters to: charlie@byronbaypizza.com
New Brighton 3br 2.5bth $550 Burringbar 3br $400 L.J. Hooker Brunswick Heads 6685 0177 5/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads
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RENTAL PROPERTIES! BROOKLET $600pw Rural setting 4 bed home plus home office, 3 bath, in-ground pool, ground maintenance inc. Avail now for 6 month lease. On the market for sale. DUNOON $450pw Elegant farm house with 4 bed, 1 bath, DLUG. Stunning views, pool, fireplace, solar pwr. Pets OK. Avail now for 6 month lease. On the market for sale.
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QUALIFIED BAKER/PASTRY COOK wanted to fill daytime position Mon - Fri at Scratch Patisserie, Mullumbimby Knowledge and passion for sourdough and yeasted breads essential. Start ASAP Send resume to info@scratchpatisserie.com.au SUPERVISOR / HOSPITALITY Immediate start for the right person. Looking for someone who is happily established in Byron Bay long term. • Supervision skills and hands on experience in hospitality, with a minimum of two years experience • Can work in a team and alone • Organisational skills and initiative • Cleaning and kitchen experience • Knowledge in vegetarian/vegan and raw food a must • Till reconciliation • Available to work weekends, nights and days. No phone calls will be taken. Please text message and send your resume in photo form to this number 0423 946 484
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Late of South Golden Beach 9.2.1943 Aged 71 years Passed away quietly. Tuesday 30th December 2014.
GENEVIEVE FRANCES CARRUTHERS 26/8/1963 – 2/1/2015
NEED EXTRA CASH AFTER XMAS? LADIES WANTED accom avail, clean cond’ns, over 18yo. 66816038 from 10am MODELS 18+ years required. Nude female for Picture and People magazines. No experience required. All shapes and sizes. Backpackers welcome. Good money. Professional accredited ACP photographer. Ph 0413627846 GOOD DRIVERS WANTED NOW Shifts avail for taxi, coach & hire cars. Full training provided. Min 12 month Aust Licence Required. Email: info@byronbaytaxis.com
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Passed away peacefully at home aged 51 surrounded by her family after a prolonged battle with cancer. Beloved wife to Phillip, loving mother to Aaron and Georgia, daughter to Moira and sister to Joel and Sharonne. $ VHOÁ HVV LQGLYLGXDO ORYHG GHDUO\ E\ her family and friends and who will be sorely missed by all. A public memorial service for friends and acquaintances is to be announced at a later date. Be at peace now, away from suffering and pain. ß
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LOCAL REMOVALIST Happy to move big, small & in between. Ph 0402199999
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Free pick-up & delivery to select areas $25 per hour. Angela 0414719680
TUITION FRENCH • ITALIAN • GERMAN Eva 66846760 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au
WANTED 20M X 20M LAND no elect or water, 59-year-old man with caravan to park. Ph 0414109595
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EXPERIENCED HORTICULTURIST for all aspects of gardening. Ph 0429020215
SHOP/OFFICE TO LET Mullum. Next to Lulu’s Cafe. Avail Feb. $220pw. Ring Liz 66845346 0437080748
New Brighton
LOVE FILM? Got skills & free time to dedicate over the next 10 weeks? Join the Byron Bay Film Festival team www. bbff.com.au/volunteers
LOCAL GUYS: Odd jobs. Carpenter & tiler 50yrs exp Repair & new. 0432401334
BYRON creative work/office space, $75pw incl elect & net. 0431674377
BARISTA REQUIRED for long-term position in fast-paced Deli. Fun personality & coffee skills essential, must be avail weekends. Apply with resume to the Blue Olive Deli, Byron
REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST Looking for female therapist with health fund rebates, for 2-3 days in busy well respected Bangalow clinic. Must be experienced, professional, reliable & passionate. Ph 0499490088 or email: info @bangalowremedialmassage.com.au
QUALIFIED PAINTER Small jobs OK. Phone Rob 0408900134. Green Painters Lic No: 242107C
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WARNING The Department of Fair Trading has warned people to be very careful about responding to advertisements offering work at home. Readers should be wary if asked to pay money upfront for employment opportunities and never send money to a post office box
BYRON BAY HERB NURSERY req casual support worker. See ‘jobs’ section of our website: www.byronherbs.com.au
McAuleys Lane Panel Beating & restorations. 0401519109
Personalised Retreat Space Wanted Personalised detox retreat from 19th25th January. Queen room with own bathroom, beautiful private space and pool required for single client. Please call Sarah on 0427857148 whitelotuscleansingretreats
POSITIONS VACANT
MANICURIST Byron Bay salon Fri’s & Sat’s only. Exp essential. Ph 0400856517
CLEANING private homes/motels, 8 yrs exp. Local, reliable, refs avail. Limited days avail, $25ph. Maureen 0431634821
WANTED TO LEASE Bruns 2br $410
Property Maintenance and Gardening work available. Must have ABN. Ongoing regular work $25/hr. 66802752
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Beauty/Massage Therapists Required to join one of Byron’s best day spas. Must be well presented, great work ethic and outstanding customer service skills are essential. A wonderful working environment, not enclosed indoors. Kerry@buddhagardensdayspa.com.au
QUALIFIED CHEF Full time Cicchetti Byron Bay is looking for enthusiastic qualified chefs to join the kitchen team. Minimum 3 years experience required in a qualified chef’s position. Please email your resume to our Head Chef Enrico: enrico@cicchetti.com.au
RESTAURANT MANAGER Full time Cicchetti Byron Bay is looking for a dedicated and passionate Restaurant Manager. With a minimum 5 years experience working in a fine dining restaurant you will offer the highest level of customer service, have experience managing a team of at least 10 staff, be familiar with placing food and beverage supplier orders as well as having extensive food and wine knowledge. If you feel this is you then please send your resume to kate@cicchetti.com.au
HOUSEKEEPER Byron Bayside Central, is seeking an experienced housekeeper to join our team on a casual basis. To apply email: info@byronbaysidemotel.com.au PART-TIME FARMHAND required, must be reliable with good work ethic. Locals only with references. Email beejay80@ y7mail.com EVOLVE YOGA FESTIVAL volunteers needed Sat 17 Jan. Email: assistant@evolveyogafestival.com.au SIMPLY SHEER HAIR is looking for part-time, qualified hairdresser to start in March. Contact Cecily on 66841441
THE ECHO PAPER DELIVERY The Echo has 2 contract positions to insert, fold, bag (wet weather) & deliver The Echo to the following 2 areas: 1. SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH - 1200 papers (re-advertised) 2. SUNRISE BEACH, WATEGOS, TYAGARAH/EWINGSDALE, BYRON ARTS ESTATE - 1800 papers The successful applicants will have an ABN, a covered area in which to receive papers early in the morning and then to work, a reliable vehicle and ideally they will live in the distribution area. They will receive the papers very early (from 2am) on a Wednesday morning and have delivered all the papers by noon Wednesday. Suit mature or stable persons/couples with a strong throwing arm. Commencing 14 January 2015. Email simon@echo.net.au or phone 66841777
WU CHI KUNG-FU Kids-Teens/Adult classes 0421555062 like us on Facebook SINGING LESSONS by professional opera singer. Sydney Conservatorium trained. B. Mus Dip. Op. Teach all styles, all ages. Studio in Mullumbimby. Ph 0410300005 BYRON BAY SWIM SCHOOL SWIM INTENSIVE 5-23 Jan, Byron Bay pool, 18mth-12yo Group, private & mobile. 0427271295
MUSICAL NOTES Guitar Lessons & Songwriting W’shop + audio & production tuition. Phone 0412679692 to get started PIANO TUNER Restorer, repairer & retailer since 1981. Ph Dr Fred Cole 0412216019 or www.specialtypianos.com.au
Thank you to doctors & staff at John Flynn & Lismore hospitals. Many thanks for the flowers delivered to our home & many cards sent with kindness. Our neighbours & friends have been very supportive. A special thanks to my sons, daughters & grandchildren. Your father & grandfather would be so proud of you. We will love you forever. Joy and family
LOST & FOUND FOUND: Jonson St. Just before NewYear. Decorated Guitar. Call 66808814 FOUND: Key ring, remote control, found 4/1/15 Mullum CBD. 0401293142 FOUND: White Cockatiel, tame with coloured leg band. Ph 66843288
CAT STILL MISSING Have you seen Hugo? 3 year old desexed male cat with grey mid length fur and a fluffy tail. Much loved and missed. Reward offered.
PIANO TUNING
Tuner for Planet Music, Studio 301 & SAE College. R. Barkley. 0422221116 www.reubenbarkleypianotuning.com.au BYRON SOUND LOUNGE rehearsals, recording & PA hire. Ph 66808938 PIANO $1500, Alex Steinbach, bought new Lismore Music Centre 95. Ideal beginners piano, good condition overall but needs tuning & practice muffler replaced. Piano stool in fair cond included. Located in Mullum. 0418958467
DEATH NOTICES McHugh, Margaret Frances Formerly from Coogee, Sydney, later retired at Ocean Shores and passed away peacefully on 26th December 2014 in Brisbane. Daughter of Mary (dec’d) and John McHugh (dec’d), brother of Edward and sister-in-law of Jess, sister of Kathleen (dec’d) and sister-in-law of John Wearne (dec’d). Laid to rest on 30th December 2014 in Brisbane. Lovingly remembered and always missed.
Please call Petsearch on 1300 309 004 or his family on 0422 937 058 if you have seen him or know where he is.
PETS FOUND: White Cockatiel, tame with coloured leg band. Ph 66843288 PET SITTER/FOSTER HOME needed from Sun-Fri for Aliki a 6yo Ridgeback X. Jan 5 to March 20. Aliki is a gentle giant and will be staying in your home and keeping you fit with 2 walks a day. All food is provided, full pet insurance plus you will be paid $10/day neg. Ph Madeleine 0422032308
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kittens, kittens It’s raining
kittens We have some furry cuties at the shelter at the moment who are looking to join loving families. No words needed to describe these beauties as they honestly sell themselves direct to the heart. We’d love you to come along and meet them and see for yourselves. Don’t forget we have older cats too in case you find the idea of kitten antics too exhausting! To meet all our furry faces, visit the Cat Adoption Centre at 124 Dalley St, Mullumbimby. OPEN: Tues 2.30–4.30pm Thurs 3–5pm Sat 10am–12 noon Call AWL 6684 4070
cats & dogs! Well, almost... Every year many thousand unwanted cats and dogs are born to pets that haven’t been desexed. And sadly, most end up being put down. So please...
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The Keep Australia Beautiful Rural Highway Litter Index 2013/14 shows NSW has dropped from third to fourth when it comes to ranking the states on their rural roadside rubbish dumping habits. Keep Australia Beautiful CEO Peter McLean said NSW people dropped about ten more items of rubbish on their backroads than they did in 2012/13. ‘NSW has increased from 24.2 to 35.7 items on the scale which now puts them above the national average for items discarded every 1000 m2 of rural roads,’ Mr McLean said. ‘To put it in perspective, the Northern Territory has made dramatic improvement and is dropping ten items less beside their roads.’’ Nationally, Australians throw 30.5 items of litter out of the car for every 1000 square metres of highway, with the worst offenders being plastics, cigarette butts, paper and glass. With the holiday season a popular time for travelling around the country, Mr McLean is urging Australians to treat their rural highways like their own backyards. ‘People probably adopt an out of sight out of mind view to rural highways, compared to more high profile sites like beaches,’’ Mr McLean said. ‘But unless people make a deliberate effort, we can expect the amount of litter across the country to reach an all-time peak during the holiday period.
to be deliberately and wilfully thrown from a vehicle.’’ The Keep Australia Beautiful Rural Highway Litter Index 2013-2014 revealed the national rate for littering on country roads is only a marginal (1.4 per cent) improvement on the previous year, indicating motorists aren’t embracing the anti-litter message. Queensland travellers were the dirtiest, dumping 53.2 items per 1000m 2 of rural highways last year, up from 49.6 the previous year. At the other end of the spectrum, Victorians dropped 5.7 items per 1000m2 which was still up on their 20122013 rate of 3.9 items.. Overall, the National Litter Index revealed four out of seven states and Territories increased their littering rate over the past year. ‘People need to get into a habit of putting their litter in a reused shopping bag in their car and throwing it in a bin when they get to the next rest stop or town,’’ Mr McLean said. ‘All year we implore the community to Keep Australia Beautiful, so please apply those anti-littering messages now and give the country a great start to the New Year.’ He said the seriousness of littering was often underestimated as anti-social behaviour. ‘We don’t tolerate graffiti but at least we can clean that up quickly. Some forms of litter will last hundreds of years. ‘
Government ‘failing women in the boardroom’ The Australian government’s commitment to women and gender equality is being questioned by leading advocacy group Women on Boards, following the Christmas release of a key report. Executive director of Women on Boards, Claire Braund, said the 2013-2014 Gender Balance on Australian Boards Report (released on December 23), showed a two per cent decline in the number of women on government boards after two years of steady gains. As at June 30, 2014, women held 39.7 per cent of the 3,206 board positions on 387 Australian government boards and bodies, compared with 41.7 per cent of 4,039 positions on 460 boards in 2013. ‘The decline is only small – for now,’ Ms Braund said. ‘What concerns us is what happens in the next two years – unless attention is paid to arresting this decline it could very easily blow out to six to ten per cent where it will become exponentially harder to arrest.’
Ms Braund said it spoke volumes that the biggest decline was in the number of women serving on boards in the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet - down from 41.2 percent to 29.4 percent (50 board positions from 170 are held by women). She went onto say that the language and the rhetoric in the report were at odds with the government’s stated intention of continuing to work towards a gender diversity target where women hold at least 40 per cent of Australian government board positions. ‘The report is a scant nine pages, defensive in tone and leads with the government’s $1 million program for special scholarships and mentoring which perpetuate the myth there is not enough qualified and experienced women to be invited to serve on government boards. We all know this is errant nonsense and at odds with prevailing views in a progressive economy and society.’ See more at www.womenonboards.org.au.
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News Extra Will population growth end in this century? Landscape lovers get a pocketful of culture Film buffs, theatregoers and literature lovers can now use a new free smartphone app to discover nearby locations and landscapes referred to in Australia’s most loved films, novels, plays and poems. The CultureMap app, developed by the University of Queensland, is a mobile version of the online Cultural Atlas of Australia – an interactive map depicting
over one thousand locations referred to in more than 180 iconic works. Dr Peta Mitchell, one of the Atlas’s three co-founders, says that people on the move will find the app to be more convenient than the website. ‘Cultural travellers can have the atlas in their pocket wherever they go,’ says Dr Mitchell. ‘The app is location-sensi-
tive so when you open it you can see what narratives are set or filmed nearby.’ The app also showcases ecocultural case studies that provide environmental and scientific context for films and novels set in areas with unique or threatened ecosystems or that include sciencerelated themes like cloning. The app is available from iTunes and Google Play.
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The human population nearly tripled from 2.5 billion people in 1950 to 7.3 billion today and will continue growing through 2070, according to two recent demographic projections. After that, demographers disagree on whether populations will begin to shrink or continue to rise into the next century, write Worldwatch Institute senior fellow Robert Engelman and research assistant Yeneneh Terefe in the Institute’s latest Vital Signs Online article (www.worldwatch.org). Two population projections – one from the United Nations Population Division, the other from the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) – agree on how population has grown until now. But their future scenarios document a breakdown in consensus.
mographers point to recent surveys showing that human fertility (defined as the average number of children that women in a population give birth to over their lifetimes) is not falling in some countries as earlier projections had assumed they would. The IIASA demographers, by contrast, focus largely on educational trends. In every region of the world, including Africa, the proportion of young people enrolled in school has generally been rising. And these rates are likely to continue to rise, the analysts argue. Because even moderately high levels of educational attainment are associated with reductions in fertility, fertility even in highfertility countries is likely to fall more than current fertility trends on their own suggest, the demographers reason.
Continued growth Oz input UN demographers rely on a methodology that applies past behaviour and expert opinion about the future to assign quantified probabilities to various population outcomes. Defying a widespread media and public perception that a stationary world population of 9 billion in 2050 is a near certainty, the UN analysts report that the most likely long-term future is for continued growth into the 22nd century. Demographers associated with IIASA, based in Laxenburg, Austria, however, differ with this analysis. They foresee world population peaking around 2070 at 9.4 billion people and then gradually shrinking to 8.9 billion by the century’s end. The disagreement between these two respected groups of population researchers lies in their varying assumptions, mostly regarding two topics: Africa and the future of education. The UN de-
Two Australian environmental scientists, Corey J A Bradshaw and Barry W Brook, recently published another set of population projections – with a twist. They add scenarios in which humanity experiences increases in the deaths of children due to climate change or outright demographic catastrophes due to ‘global pandemic or war’. In their most extreme scenario, six billion people die in the early 2040s, in which case human population would decline to about five billion by 2100. ‘The Australian analysts are non-demographers engaging in a one-off thought exercise,’ says the Worldwatch Institute in its media release. ‘But the significant differences among the various projections tell us something important about population and the human future. ‘Despite general perceptions that demographers confidently forecast future
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population, no-one knows when population will stop growing or the level at which it will peak. ‘Moreover, the future of population growth may respond to decisions made today, so ideally these decisions would support a reduced incidence of unintended pregnancy (now about 40 per cent of all pregnancies globally) rather than allow environmental and social conditions to deteriorate until death rates reverse their historic decline.’
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Our Amazon Treasure This film by Brigid Mary Prain will be shown January 2–14 at Lone Goat Gallery, Byron Bay. The Ecuadorian Amazon is a living jewel presently under threat from a Chinese oil drill proposal. Contact Brigid Prain 0411 804 271.
Looking for photos Looking for photos (or memorabilia to photograph) of war-bride-related material for a new exhibition at the Ex-Services Club Mullumbimby in April 2015. Also material related to war horses that were part of WWI. Please email Debby at mullumww1@gmail.com.
Bangalow Museum Bangalow Museum and Tea Room will reopen on Tuesday 6 January with a limited Tea Room service throughout January.
Repair Cafe Mullumbimby’s Repair Cafe is closed for a break, reopening on January 31, 9am–12
Tribute to the late urban artist Keith Haring (www.haring.com/) on the folding doorway at Cocomangas in Byron Bay, painted by Cristina Sharratt, with assistance from Kristel Warton. noon. Volunteers will be there to help you fix things that might otherwise end up in the tip, or to advise how it might be done.
bimby, open each Saturday 8am–noon.
End-of-life choices
Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the shire. www.aa.org.au
To learn what your options are when making end-of-life choices, come to the meetings held quarterly. Phone Elaine for more details 0421 796 713.
Breast Cancer Support Bookings for our AquaFeldenkrais Wellbeing Program starting February 24 now open. Margie 6685 4873 for all enquiries.
Is alcohol a problem?
Family Drug Support Are you concerned about the alcohol or drug use of someone close to you? Support meetings every Tuesday 7–9pm Byron Bay, upstairs at 75 Jonson Street (stairs beside Westpac bank). Phone Jane 0410 494 933.
Free study groups Bangalow CWA The Northern Rivers Anthroposophical Society offers four ongoing free study groups on the teachings of Rudolf Steiner. Enquiries 6684 5180.
Buddhist meditation Meditation teaching and practice now at the Living Yoga Sanga, first floor, 63 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby, 6–7.30pm, Mondays. Contact Mishaela on 0438 858 842 or mishaela@si.org.au.
Op shop Uniting Church Op Shop, Dalley Street, Mullum-
Bangalow CWA is happy to invite anyone who is interested in learning how to knit, crochet or embroider to join us on Wednesdays from 9am till 2pm or the second Monday evening of every month from 5pm till 7pm. Rooms 6687 0617 or Di Campbell 6685 4694.
Toastmasters Byron Cavanbah Toastmasters practise public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive environment 1st and 3rd Mondays 6.15pm, St Finbarr’s school. www. byrontoastmasters.org. MullumMagic Toastmasters meet 2nd, 4th and 5th Mondays
at 7pm, Presbyterian Church Hall in Mullum. Call Robyn for more info: 6685 1836.
Narcotics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. For information and meetings: 6680 7280.
Lions meeting Lions Club of Brunswick– Mullumbimby meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Ocean Shores Country Club at 7pm. Phone 0417 019 343 for more information or write to PO Box 12, Mullumbimby 2482.
Co-dependents Anonymous Co-dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a worldwide network of groups of men and women learning how to develop and maintain healthy and fulfilling relationships. For more information, and meetings in your area, visit www. codependentsanonymous. org.au or phone 9281 3330. Please note: This section is intended for the benefit of non-profit community groups, not for invitations to free events to be followed up by paid workshops.
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Byron Shire Council Notices COUNCIL CONTACT DETAILS Council administration centre Opening hours: Front counter 9.00am to 4.00pm Switchboard: 8.30am to 4.30pm
6626 7000
Email council@byron.nsw.gov.au Web www.byron.nsw.gov.au Emergency after hours 6622 7022 Works Depot 6685 9300 Resident parking stickers Fax: 6684 3018 Sportsfield information line 6626 7111 SES Controller 6684 3444 Rural Fire Service 6684 3662 Myocum Waste & Recycling Centre 6684 1870 BRSCC (Byron Regional Sport and Cultural Complex) 6685 5911 Community Access Points: Documents on exhibition are available for review at the Council Administration Centre (Mullumbimby), Bangalow Post Office, Chincogan Real Estate Ocean Shores, Suffolk Beachfront Holiday Park and Brunswick Heads Library.
LODGING A SUBMISSION Written submissions may be made to Byron Shire Council by post addressed to: General Manager, Byron Shire Council, PO Box 219 Mullumbimby NSW 2482 or sent by email to submissions@byron.nsw.gov.au. Submissions emailed to this address only will be acknowledged. Submissions will be made public in accordance with Schedule 1 Part 3 Clause 1(a)(vi) within Schedule 5 Part 2 of the GIPA 2009 Regulations as applicable including both the substance of the submission and the identity of the author. For assistance with this please call Council’s Records Coordinator on 02 6626 7113.
WATER METER REPLACEMENT PROGRAM Council is currently rolling out a water meter exchange/ replacement program. The water meters that need replacement have come to the end of their service life. Some are hard to read and others do not comply with Council’s backflow prevention policy. The exchange/ replacements will be done on any day of the week and only select meters will be replaced.
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS DETERMINED AND COMPLYING DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATES ISSUED Section 101 EP&A Act 1979 and Clause 124 and 137 EP&A Regulations 2000 The following development consents and complying development certificates issued, together with any conditions imposed may be inspected free of charge at Council’s administration centre during ordinary office hours. The validity of these consents cannot be questioned in any legal proceeding except those commenced in the Land & Environment Court by any person within 3 months of this notice.
APPLICATIONS APPROVED
10.2014.331.1 – SUFFOLK PARK, Broken Head Road (Lot 1 DP 123302, Lot 1 DP 245836, Lot 1 DP 245605,Lot 1 DP 184443, Lot 2 DP 245836,Lot 3 DP 245836, Lot 5 DP 245836, Lot 6 DP 245836) Community Title subdivision to create 45 lots, comprising 42 residential lots, 2 neighbourhood property lots and 1 common property lot
10.2014.413.1 – BANGALOW, Lawlers Lane (Lot 6 DP 1022871,Lot 7 DP 841176) Subdivision to create three lots 10.2014.731.1 – BYRON BAY, 46 Melaleuca Drive, (Lot 2 DP 878549) Shed with mezzanine 10.2014.619.1 – BANGALOW, 11 Granuaille Crescent, (Lot 232 DP 1194657) Subdivision to create five residential lots 10.2014.568.1 – EWINGSDALE, 85 McGettigans Lane, (Lot 5 DP 867339) Secondary dwelling, workshop and shed 10.2014.718.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, 3 Parakeet Place, (Lot 32 DP 1190345) Single storey dwelling 10.2014.693.1 – OCEAN SHORES, 16 Goondooloo Drive, (Lot 1340 DP 243480) Secondary dwelling 10.2014.691.1 – BANGALOW, 17 Palm-Lily Crescent (Lot 92 DP 1198066) Single storey dwelling 10.2014.660.1 –BYRON BAY, 6/16 Oakland Court (Lot 6 DP 286408) Two storey dwelling and tree removal 10.2014.676.1 – BANGALOW, 5 Colin Street (Lot 6 DP 11305) Relocated dwelling and demolition 10.2014.679.1 – SUFFOLK PARK, 6/133-141 Broken Head Road (Lot 6 DP 286421) Single storey dwelling
10.2014.751.1 – SUFFOLK PARK, 11 Muli Place (Lot 45 DP 811498) Two storey transportable dwelling
Would you like to assist the management committee with the operations of Byron Shire’s Lone Goat Gallery in Byron Bay? The Committee is seeking persons to assist the Committee with managing its bookings and volunteers. Further information on the operations of the Lone Goat Gallery and these roles can be found at www.lonegoatgallery.com. Please forward your Expression of Interest electronically to council@ byron.nsw.gov.au, outlining your skills you can bring to the position. Expression of Interests close: 4.00pm Friday 9 January 2015 Enquiries: Gayle McCallum 02 6626 7045
NOTIFICATION OF ROAD NAMING PROPOSAL Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 163 of the Roads Act 1993 and Part 2 of the Roads Regulation 2008 of the proposal of the following road name: Proposed Name: MEADOWS CLOSE Locality: Bangalow Description: A new cul de sac extending in a north westerly direction off an extension of Charlotte and Thomas Streets to be dedicated in a plan of subdivision of Lot 1 DP127485, Lismore Road, Bangalow. Name Origin: The road name has been selected from the estate name chosen by the developer to reflect the area in which the subdivision has been placed, ie the original cattle paddocks in this area are low and generally flat reflecting the concept of a meadow. Written submissions on the proposed name may be made to Byron Shire Council within 14 days of the date of this notice. For information on lodging a submission, and where to address it, refer to the “Lodging a submission” section within Council’s advertising. Enquiries: Jeff Begovic 02 6626 7050
10.2013.221.3 – BYRON BAY, 33 Kingsley Street (Lot 1 DP 344191) S96 – to alter stormwater drainage conditions ( Partial demolition of studio for use as a shed, construction of a carport and driveways, strata subdivision to create two lots, construction of a dwelling to create a detached dual occupancy development)
10.2014.750.1 – BRUNSWICK HEADS, (Lot 2 DP 387200) Tree removal – one tree
Byron Shire Council apologises for any inconvenience and would like to assure you that our distribution network maintenance and upgrades provide you with a safe and reliable water supply.
Seeking Booking Officer and Volunteer Co-Ordinator
10.2014.554.2 – MULLUMBIMBY, 46 Ann Street (Lot 33 DP 1198239) S96 – Reduction of the flood planning level
APPLICATIONS REFUSED
10.2014.721.1 – BYRON BAY, 1 Palm Valley Drive (Lot 1 DP 593408) Retaining wall
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10.2009.151.2 – MULLUMBIMBY, Tuckeroo Ave, (Lot 13 DP 1182245 Lot 2 DP 785041) S96 – to amend conditions (Construct and dedicate via subdivision) access roads, sports playing fields and sports facilities)
10.2014.620.1 – BYRON BAY, 17 Marvell Street, (Lot 14 Sec 27 DP 258207) Alterations to existing hostel
In respect of shift workers and sleeping babies, the water operator will not knock on the door, but will only exchange the meter at a time when there is noticeably no usage. The meter exchange is usually fairly quick and the water supply is generally isolated for only a few minutes.
Enquiries: Diana Bennett 02 6685 9304
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10.2014.595.1 – BROKEN HEAD, 4/591 Broken Head Road (Lot 4 DP 286118) Alterations and additions to existing dwelling
10.2014.700.1 – OCEAN SHORES, 35a Rajah Road (Lot 2 DP 1040749) Two storey dwelling 10.2014.655.1 – BRUNSWICK HEADS, 3 Fawcett Street (Lot 1 DP 114278) Change of use to Yoga studio 10.2014.703.1 – BANGALOW, 76 Dudgeons Lane (Lot 2 DP 635444) Dual occupancy 10.2014.749.1 – SUFFOLK PARK, 42 Beech Drive (Lot 25 DP 805839) Double garage and extension to an existing deck 10.2014.625.1 – EWINGSDALE, 191 Myocum Road (Lot 2 DP 607892) Additional dwelling to create a dual occupancy 10.2014.589.1 – BYRON BAY, 34 Bangalow Road (Lot 2 DP 7117) Multi dwelling housing, strata subdivision, tree removal (8 trees) and swimming pool 10.2014.621.1 – BYRON BAY, 7/85-87 Jonson Street (Lots 7 and 8 SP 31666) Expansion of restaurant (Lot 8) into adjoining food shop (Lot 7) 10.2014.701.1 – BYRON BAY, 1/3 Acacia Street (Lots 1 and 2 SP 80581) Change of use to dry bakery and warehouse 10.2014.613.1 – THE POCKET, 664 The Pocket Road (Lots 1 and 3 DP 566314) Boundary adjustment between 2 Lots 10.2013.549.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, Tuckeroo Avenue (Lot 57 DP 1190345, Lot 13 DP 1182245) Modification to Condition No 2 relating to construction in stages 10.2008.241.5 – SUFFOLK PARK, 113-115 Broken Head Road (Lot D DP 406325) S96 – to modify floor plans (medium density development comprising 6 x 2 storey dwellings and strata subdivision) 10.2013.128.2 – TYAGARAH, 30 Tanner Lane, 35 Yarun Road, 2 Tanner Lane, (Lots 103-105 DP 1023126) S96 – to modify site layout plan, event/camping limitations, acoustic management, traffic management, flood monitoring, lot consolidation and car parking requirements (operate a Place of Assembly (Blues Festival), incorporating an annual five-day music festival over the Easter Holiday period, with associated temporary infrastructure (i.e. marquees, camping, food stalls, restaurants, market stalls, fencing and car parking))
APPLICATIONS WITHDRAWN 10.2014.637.1 – SUFFOLK PARK, 2/22 Redgum Place (Lot 2 SP50116) Retaining wall and fill
COMPLYING DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATES ISSUED 16.2014.102.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, 54 Main Arm Road (Lot 1 DP 549041) Above ground swimming pool
PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979 The following development applications have been received by Byron Shire Council and may be viewed on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/development-applications/on-exhibition, or at the Council administration centre during ordinary office hours. For further information on making a submission please refer to the factsheet ‘Making a submission on a development application’ available at Council or online at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/ submissions-on-development-applications. There are also requirements in relation to the disclosure of political gifts and donations. Refer to Council’s website to satisfy yourself that you are complying with your disclosure obligations prior to lodging a submission www.byron.nsw.gov.au/political-donations. Please quote the development application and property description when making a submission.
EXHIBITION CLOSES 19 JANUARY 2014 10.2014.741.1 – MULLUMBIMBY 93 Station Street (Lots 21 to 23 Sec 3 DP 2772) D P Roberts Planning Solutions: Demolition work and boundary adjustment of 3 existing lots 10.2014.742.1 – BYRON BAY 33 Lawson Street (Lot 8 Sec 8 DP 758207) D P Roberts Planning Solutions: Demolition of existing motel and construction of new motel 10.2014.765.1 – BANGALOW 111 Fowlers Lane (Lot 2 DP 600576) Ms Z Nirvana: Rural landsharing community (multiple occupancy) with 11 dwelling sites 10.2014.760.1 – MULLUMBIMBY CREEK 373 Left Bank Road (Lot 1 DP 1105032) Shearwater The Mullumbimby Steiner School Inc: Pre-school and kindergarten 10.2014.743.1 – OCEAN SHORES 2 Kulgun Court, 41-43 Matong Drive, Pacific Highway (Lot 954 DP 241073, Lot 12 DP 1128095, Lot 9 DP 1046566, Lot 892 DP 241810, Lot 893 DP 241810, Lot 944 DP 241810) Planit Consulting (NSW) Pty Ltd: Proposed five lot into three lot consolidation, two boundary adjustments, strata subdivision of multi dwelling housing, construction of thirty townhouses and detached dual occupancy over three stages 10.2014.753.1 – TYAGARAH 2 Tanner Lane, 35 Yarun Road, 30 Tanner Lane (Lots 103 to 105 DP 1023126) Geolink: Community Events Facility
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Young Beau, 7, came home from school before Christmas and told his mother that he needed a mobile phone because all of the other children had one. Beauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandfather, local photographer and artist Peter King, stepped in and made a phone based on the time-honoured can-and-string technology. Beau was impressed. According to the label, the Acme Portable Communication Device (no batteries or recharging required) should not be used between moving vehicles and does not emit microwaves.
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If the first day of the new year indicates how itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely to go on, then weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in for more sultry weather and sudden flooding, which is pretty standard for around here. There were a few dejected faces up back roads on folks unable to get back to the Falls festival, but the ducks had a lovely time. Not so great for the people who had their cars washed away up Main Arm or the Wilsons Creekers trapped by yet another landslip across the road. We hope your 2015 is better than your 2014, even if last year was fab, and that the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s governments really, truly start to get serious about climate change. Q Q Q Q
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The traffic into Byron Bay on Ewingsdale Road was pretty horrendous and, as plenty of other people have pointed out, no amount of bypasses will help solve that. Backlash is also concerned about the northbound divide down the St Helena hill to the Byron Bay turnoff. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very poorly marked and if you want to keep going north on the highway itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy enough to stray into southbound traffic. Make a better barrier between the two traffic flows, RMS. Q Q Q Q
American rapper Joey Bada$$ lived up to his name by allegedly decking a security guard at the Falls fest. It made the world news, so his publicist will be stoked.
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