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THE BYRON SHIRE Volume 29 #47 Wednesday, May 6, 2015

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Nimbin MardiGrass organisers have hailed this year’s event a success despite the predictable heavy policing on the roads in and out of the village. Hemp Embassy president Michael Balderstone told The Echo that some were angry because new drug testing equipment being used by police was extremely sensitive and detected cannabis traces days after use, regardless of whether the driver was impaired or not. The testing devices do not detect opiates or pharmaceutical medications, which are known to impair driving. Photo Jeff Dawson Q Watch Sharon Shostak’s MardiGrass video in – go to www.echo.net.au/mardigrass-2015

Holiday letting tackled by Council Hans Lovejoy

Signage outside holiday let premises, introducing development consent and new rate charges are just some of the measures Byron Shire Council have put forward as part of its strategy to manage the industry. The adoption of the Byron Shire Short Term Holiday Accommodation Action Plan at last Thursday’s meeting aims to address the community’s demand for peaceful amenity and the assumed rights of property owners to profit from holiday letting. Holiday letting been a contentious issue for many years; the state

government has provided little to no guidance to councils, who have been left to manage it by themselves in conjunction with holiday letters. While Byron Bay has been a particular focal point owing to the large number of holiday let homes, a landmark court case in May 2013 found that short-term holiday letting at a house in Terrigal in NSW was illegal. Newscorp reported at the time that the judge ‘found the fault was not entirely [the defendant] Ms Bennic’s, as she had never been told by Gosford Council that it was illegal to rent out her property.’ Both industry representatives

and affected residents addressed Council during public access to voice their concerns.

Flawed: HLO John Gudgeon, representing the Holiday Letting Organisation (HLO), told the chamber on Thursday that while it was encouraging to see the issue moving towards a ‘real and practical’ arrangement, ‘it’s unfortunately fundamentally flawed.’ He said his group’s submission to the plans flagged that development consent planning methods were not going to be legally binding. continued on page 2

West Byron developer Terry Agnew has confirmed with The Echo his intentions to aim much of his development at the wealthy. It comes after the Sydney property multi-millionaire boasted to a Murdoch-owned newspaper last weekend about his plans to build 500 homes on 600 square metre lots, close to Byron’s CBD. Prices would start from $850,000, he said. The Echo asked Mr Agnew if The Weekend Australian article accurately represented his views, which included naming the development The Harvest Estate. He replied, ‘Firstly, I would like to differentiate The Harvest Estate from the West Byron project. That is a separate project and I cannot make any comment on what will or will not happen on that site. ‘Market demand at the time will determine pricing. Increasing supply of housing will go some way toward increasing affordability of housing in Byron overall. This is not unique to Harvest or Byron, as I am sure you understand. ‘Our commitment is to nurturing a residential community which showcases state-of-the-art sustainability measures, from the use of solar power, water-sensitive urban design, rainwater tanks, cross-flow ventilation and a range of other initiatives. ‘While our research has shown that there exists some pent-up demand from Sydney and Melbourne buyers, we would like to preference locals first.’

The Echo then asked Mr Agnew how that could be be legally achieved, but did not receive a reply. Currently the NSW planning department and Byron Shire Council are preparing a development control plan (DCP) to provide a framework for the 70-hectare site, located on Ewingsdale Road.

At odds with dept And Mr Agnew’s intentions have put him at complete odds with the NSW planning department; according to the government’s own West Byron Bay Assessment Report, the approval decision was made, in part, owing to a perceived lack of affordable housing. From page 68 it reads, ‘Housing is clearly unaffordable in the Byron Shire, which also extends to the rental market and key workers cannot afford to live in the LGA.’ Given the lack of a coherent planning narrative, The Echo asked the department, ‘How can locals have faith in the planning department’s ability to provide responsible and strategic planning that will ensure social equity.’ The Echo also asked, ‘Does the department expect that Mr Agnew’s wishes be granted?’ and, ‘How will the department ensure that this proposal doesn’t exacerbate Byron Bay’s already recognised social/wealth divide?’ A department spokesperson replied, ‘The planning controls for the West Byron site, developed by the department and currently being continued on page 2

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Development aimed at wealthy continued from page 1 finalised by Byron Shire Council, allow for more affordable townhouses and terrace-style homes.’ ‘Increasing the supply of homes in the much soughtafter Byron Bay market will help ease the pressure on demand and help put downward pressure on house prices. ‘The department is also overhauling affordable housing policies to make sure they are providing affordable housing where it is needed most. For example, the department recently announced a review of regulations to cut red tape and streamline approval processes for manufactured homes. On top of this, the Affordable Rental Housing policy alone has resulted in more than 7,500 dwellings being approved between January 2010 and June 2014.’ The Australian article, by Lisa Allen, also opined that Mr Agnew and his Brisbanebased billionaire partner, John van Lieshout, were allowed to develop, ‘after a virtual lockout by the Greens dominated local council for many years’. Mr Agnew also told the The Weekend Australian that he and his partners were hop-

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ing to launch the estate later this year or early next year. And Mr Agnew recently added to his Byron Bay property portfolio, buying the disused former Inghams chicken factory site further along Ewingsdale Road.

Inghams chicken factory site bought The 40-acre land and factory is believed to have been sold for around $3 million. When The Echo asked West Byron supporter councillor Di Woods for comment, she replied, ‘As you know from your own paper, you can’t always believe what you read.’ ‘I hope this is a false report regarding Mr Agnew’s claim of 500 houses at over $850,000 each. ‘That is not what I envisage the DCP will eventually produce, and at the end of the day, the DCP will be the determining factor. It would be good if the noisy objectors turned their energy into working with the owners for an agreed outcome but I think they may have cooked their goose. ‘For my books, it has always been about a mixture of development which would

provide some affordable housing, with the advantage of an increase in rates to help bolster Council’s coffers. ‘I can assure you that I will be advocating for more intense development, with lower house prices, making sure that the total number of houses does not exceed the proposed 850 sites approximately.’ Another councillor who supports the development, Cr Rose Wanchap, told The Echo, ‘It is not yet known what size lots will be offered’. ‘The size will designate the selling price. Ideally I would hope that more smaller lots will be offered, but in reality, lots which are 600m2 or more will be able to have two dwellings built on them. ‘If a 600m2 lot sells for $600,000 then surely two 300m2 duplex lots will sell for half that. If house and land packages are being offered for $800,000 they would have to be larger lots. This would mean two homes could be built and sold for $400,000 each. By my calculations that would make an interest-only loan on the total purchase price of $400,000 at five per cent interest $384 a week. ‘I call this achievable.’

Holiday letting tackled by Council continued from page 1 ‘Subsequent advice has reinforced that position. So while we support the concept of limiting size, as for management and behavioural management is concerned, we are really concerned that Council is pursuing this and question whether it will be sustainable in the future. ‘I have contacted the general manager with this advice and asked to discuss this with staff but didn’t get a reply.’ Regarding forcing holiday let property owners to apply for development consent, Mr Gudgeon said it is changing the use of the dwelling. ‘Council just hasn’t the power or right to do that. The use is still residential which has been reinforced by courts right throughout Australia.’ He brought up the landmark Terrigal holiday let decision. ‘Council misunderstood the effects of that decision, and it shouldn’t be used as a precedent for what happens in other places.’ And as for reclassifying rates from residential to businesses, he said, ‘That is simply not permissible, and there’s plenty of evidence for that. This cannot be legally enforced. It makes no sense

to proceed unless the strategy can be effective and sustained. We want Council to go back to the table.’ Robert Rosen, representing holiday letting operators in Brunswick Heads and the town’s chamber of commerce, told the chamber it had ‘positive elements’, it needs to be simpler, and there were ‘poorly defined regulatory requirements’. ‘For example: complaints. [It is suggested to be] 24 hours with 30-minute notice. Surely security services could be included in that as well. Fire requirements are more stringent than for a normal house. There’s no empirical evidence that there is a higher fire risk from short-term accommodation.’ Mr Rosen also made the bold claim that holiday makers had a lower impact on Council resources than residents.

Favours holiday owners: VOHL Meanwhile, Victims Of Holiday Letting’s (VOHL) Doug Luke told councillors that the policy ‘favours holiday owners over the rights of residents and their peaceful enjoyment of their homes.’

‘This is a huge diversion from affordable residential rentals. In my 18 years here I’ve seen holiday letting increase fivefold and have seen people forced out of town and seen share housing with four or five or more occupants. ABC Radio National just reported that Byron Bay comes out last as the least affordable housing in NSW.’ Regarding applying business rates, he said, ‘Surely if you are running a business then you pay business rates. Please don’t burden ratepayers with holiday letting. If neighbours are disturbed they have a right to complain… there is still intimidation.’ He suggested the owner/ manager must attend in person to accurately assess the complaint. ‘There will be three and half years before this plan can have any faults rectified. One year for gazettal, one year moratorium and up to 18 months for review. In the meantime, for the sake of residents, please authorise compliance officers to take legal action against disruptive holiday let properties. Otherwise it’s business as usual.’ The plans are expected to go on public exhibition shortly.

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Medicos help Additionally, three staff from the Byron District Hospital have flown to Nepal to give urgently needed medical assistance to thousands in need. Dr Kevin Hartley, Dr Bronwyn Hudson and nurse Theresa Missiaen left for Kathmandu on Sunday and will be staying for ten days to assist in the medical effort. For more on this story, visit www.echo.net.au.

Lisa Sandstrom and daughter Luka live over the road from this huge flying fox colony, which has grown substantially in the last few years. Photo Jeff ‘Batshakes’ Dawson

Mullum has bats, lots of them. And they are starting to become an issue for residents around Palm Avenue and other streets. If you look to your left while crossing Federation Bridge over the Brunswick River on the way to Main Arm and Coolamon Scenic Drive, you will spot hundreds clinging to the trees. Mullum resident Lisa Sandstrom, representing the Bat Colony Resident Action Group, says increased numbers of flying foxes in recent years were a result of a relocated colony from QLD, as well as a local relocation from an Ocean Shores colony. ‘There are at least 5,000,

possibly many, many more,’ she says, ‘and my neighbours are living with bats a few metres their bedroom,’ she said. ‘This is quite a sensitive environmental issue and we need to be clear that we are not requesting any harm to the colony by relocation or dispersal; we are essentially asking for a long- and shortterm Vegetation Management Plan.

Buffer zone ‘A buffer zone created around residents’ homes and and a long-term vegetation management plan could create an area of suitable habitat to attract the colony to the outskirts of town.’

She says, ‘The bats are an issue not just for residents around Palm Avenue, but for Coolamon Scenic Drive, Pine Avenue, Garden Avenue and Chinbible Creek residents too. ‘The list goes on.’ And at last week’s Council meeting, Cr Duncan Dey was successful in gaining fellow councillor support to spend $20,000 on preparing a ‘Plan(s) of Management for bat colony(s)’ within Council’s Operational Plan and Statement of Revenue Policy. All were in favour except Cr Chris Cubis. To contact the Bat Colony Resident Action Group, visit their Facebook page.

Council changes advertising Boy drowns at South Ballina Beach A six-year-old Brisbane boy rough surf but found him to competing publication tragically drowned on Satur- floating face down in the waDevelopment applications (DAs) and Council notices will now be advertised in APN-owned newspaper, The Byron News. The decision ends a three-year contract with The Echo and the decision was made by a panel appointed by Council. The Echo distributes 23,190 copies weekly while The Byron News distributes 15,795. The Echo thanks Council for its advertising and will continue to report on significant DAs and Council matters without fear or favour.

day afternoon at South Ballina Beach. The Echo understands the boy was on holiday with his family and walking along the remote beach when a wave swept him away about 1pm. His father rushed into the

ter. Surf Life Saving Far North Coast duty officer Jimmy Keough told Fairfax Media that the older brother had managed to cling to a breakwall as he was carried out to sea by the wave. The boy was airlifted to hospital but later died.

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Rainbows, sunshine and unicorns Hans Lovejoy

Euphoria erupted in Council Chambers last week after everyone agreed to support a holiday letting strategy. Wahoo! It was a remarkable moment, almost like stumbling across the world’s rarest gemstone, painite (pictured). Cr Di Woods even said she wanted to hug everyone in the room, which caused bemused expressions on the faces of senior staff. Was it to last? Alas no. Political battles were to be waged, egos needed to be stroked and demolished. More importantly votes need to be taken, all in the name of democracy on a Thursday during business hours. So let’s get to it.

Rock wall shenanigans Cr Sol Ibrahim’s plans to erect rock walls along Belongil Beach and establish an engineering solution to replenishing the expected sand loss are still as tedious, perplexing and complex as ever. With the fog of bureaucratic language and lack of public understanding, it’s certainly the best way to get things done. And that’s where a public reference group, or PRG, comes in. Cr Ibrahim valiantly defended his proposal to provide some public accountability over the impending coastal engineering mess. His PRG proposal was to

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offer two community members a seat along with 12 others, comprising four councillors, staff and state government bureaucrats. Of those two community members, one would be an ‘affected landowner’. Despite claiming the PRG was within guidelines, he came under fierce attack from Crs Richardson, Dey and particularly Cameron, who all said he was offering tokenism to give the appearance of transparency and engagement. Perhaps it was a correct assessment – Cr Ibrahim said clearly in debate that this panel would have no influence or voting rights and would offer its feedback only. ‘The decision has already been made,’ he said with confidence, referring to the interim protection works, or rock walls, or whatever it is. But no such confidence was displayed by fellow councillors; Crs Dey, Cubis,

Woods, Richardson, Cameron, Spooner and Hunter voted against his motion. Interestingly not one of the councillors who support this project spoke in favour or against.

Late staff report Another late staff report before councillors on Thursday claims tenders for drafting the Coastal Hazard Management Study for the Byron Bay Embayment would not need to be called, owing to ‘extenuating circumstances.’ The embayment study refers to the interim protection works for three Belongil properties and some Council land. But at this stage it looks in real danger of falling off the edge of the sand dunes. Former environment minister Rob Stokes (not pictured), stated that there would be no extensions to CZMPs that were under direction, beyond June 30, 2015.

Council’s CZMP is something which staff say will not be completed by that deadline. Cr Dey asked staff if there was even a time frame, to which they replied no. It appears staff are waiting on contractor WRL for a quotation, as WRL are undertaking the additional work of an ‘economic analysis for alternative models of retreat’. So who are WRL? Part of UNSW, Water Research Laboratory (WRL) consider themselves, ‘The birthplace of coastal engineering in Australia… operating the largest coastal hydraulics laboratory in Australia’. Despite that, Cr Dey put a complaint to Council staff about WRL; Cr Dey claims the consultant is biased towards rock solutions (which is WRL’s core business), and not so much towards passive solutions, such as planned retreat.

Webcasting Moving on – who wants Council to be seen on the internet? I know I certainly do. It would complement all the cute kitten and duckling videos that abound. Anyway it was the subject of a recent staff report, which explored costings and various ways it could be implemented, such as hosting options and providing audio only. But Cr Alan Hunter appeared sceptical as to its merits. It could potentially be unpopular he said. Surely not. This is despite webcasting being common in other councils. He failed in his bid to put the issue out as a survey, which would then inform Council’s decision. Instead, Cr Dey’s successful motion will see it being more vigorously pursued, with the aim to have audio recordings being available after the meeting. Crs Cubis and Hunter voted against.

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Local News Shara Community Gardens says Mullum carpark thanks to co-ordinator Louis upgrade

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As Shara Community Gardens prepares to farewell the talented and creative co-ordinator Louis Pavlin, it’s a good opportunity to reflect on the past five years. Located on Shara Boulevard, next to the preschool in North Ocean Shores, it’s a beautiful meeting place and productive organic garden. Those in the initial public meetings worked hard for a social and cultural space, as well as organic gardens for growing and education. Local tradies, professionals and residents have built the raised beds and shelters. Work-for-the-dole has been important in this, with many tradies and gardeners active and productive. Foodfor-all beds have been created at the Helen Street bridge. There is a six-sided Indonesian-style shelter, a pergola with a large bloodwood table and benches, as well as food-for-all beds and private plots. Mullum Community Gardens generously auspices the gardens, which is much appreciated by locals.

Co-ordinator Louis Pavlin, with boss Frankie, David Hall and Dee Wakefield. Except for Frankie, they have all been part of the Shara Community Gardens since it started five years ago. Photo Jeff Dawson

The children’s playground is being expanded, adding to the existing sandpit. Next, there are plans to create a covered workspace for potting up, with benches and a sink. And there are a number of locals who want to build a pizza oven for community dining. There are opportunities for a few more good folk who have expertise and a little time to grow Shara Gardens further. Positions include overall co-ordinator, a workfor-the-dole co-ordinator, a bookkeeper (very straightforward!) and gardening.

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School’s dangerous traffic conditions to be addressed Young children are at grave risk at Wilsons Creek Public School owing to insufficient traffic arrangements, according to its principal. Principal Will Constable made a submission to Council last week regarding traffic control measures in front of the school and requested Council support the installation of a 40km/h zone with flashing lights, a road crossing and

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Economics 101.1 In light of West Byron developer Terry Agnew’s bold plans to implant a new wealthy social class into the town, it’s perhaps a good time to consider the concept of growth, as defined by economic theory. While some people’s eyes might glaze over at the thought of economics, it is nevertheless extremely important. Why? Because Byron Bay has always experienced development pressure and always will. The question is whether unique biodiversity is worth fighting to preserve. Okay, economics. Traditionally speaking there is Keynesian (leftist) theory and the Milton Friedman/Friedrich Hayek (right wing) theory. While there’s merit to both, they are now very old models, and don’t include any modern inventions such as climate change and triple bottom line. What’s a triple bottom line? It’s a framework that includes social, environmental (or ecological) and financial levels in the modelling. Currently the global economic model runs on endless growth and doesn’t value the environment. Resources are a free commodity to be exploited. These three levels are also called the three Ps: people, planet and profit, or the three pillars of sustainability. So is this given mainstream media coverage? Of course not. The current model, as penned by George Orwell, relies on resource extraction (including planned obsolescence), slave labour, armaments and universal debt. And mainstream media are owned by those who profit from that. Anyway, if West Byron developer Terry Agnew were serious about his sustainability ideals, he should provide specific details of how the massive suburb will work. Because now is the time to put into action the theory of triple bottom line economics, and value the resources that provide wealth in the first place. Byron Shire is unique because of its enivronment, and maintaining that should always be at the forefront of any big development decision. Additionally Mr Agnew should provide the public with a tangible example of how West Byron will benefit young local families who are without the means to purchase $850,000 land-and-home packages. Given his statements so far, that seems unlikely. Let’s not forget this is all about profit and growth, and the West Byron development is highly questionable on many environmental levels. Both the current Council majority and the NSW planning department have consistently displayed insuffucient concern for the environment and public amenity. Instead they have bought into the illusion of economic salvation through endless growth. New paradigm needed? Hans Lovejoy, editor

onscience, lamented Hamlet, does make cowards of us all. Well, maybe; but it can certainly also counsel caution, and as another wise Shakespearean, Falstaff, observes, the better part of valour is discretion. There can be no doubt that Tanya Plibersek’s campaign to end Labor’s longstanding conscience vote on same-sex marriage is a bold one and her logic is impeccable. Conscience votes should be reserved for life-anddeath issues such as euthanasia and abortion, and same-sex marriage is self evidently not one of those: it is matter of equality, like racial, religious and gender issues are, and the ALP should never resile from arguing their virtues. But in politics black-andwhite perceptions are seldom so simple. For many years the question over the criminalisation or otherwise of homosexuality, obviously not what Plibersek would categorise as a life-and-death issue, was a highly controversial topic in both the public and the parliament; it was in fact resolved federally when John Gorton and Moss Cass sponsored a private member’s bill in the late 70s, which was passed – but only through a conscience vote. On the other side, capital punishment – by any measure a life-and-death issue – was held by both Liberal and Labor as party policy, binding on all members. The Libs were in favour of it, Labor against. In 1961 Robert Menzies sought to force the issue through legislation. The neophyte MP Don Chipp obtained an interview with the great man, and was given permission to abstain. And when he left the chamber to loiter in Kings Hall, he spied the portly figure of Labor’s Bert James attempting to hide behind a pillar; James, a former prison warden and fierce supporter of the death penalty, had absented himself from his party, risking instant sacking. The sec-

ond the division bells ceased and the doors were locked, James charged forward, just missing the vote and was spared. Thus the two rebels were effectively paired. But the problems run much deeper. Conscience votes are supposed to be about serious public issues, but in fact are entirely confined to the personal concerns of the private beliefs of members of parliament. The declaration of war, for instance, a life-and-death issue if there ever were one, is not considered a matter of conscience – individuals can claim conscientious objection if they wish, but not their elected representatives.

many others, they say, follow the same restrictions. The Greek Orthodox, the Assyrians – now, of course, even the Muslims have very similar laws on such matters, although there are not a lot in the party rooms. There are even some unbelievers – Julia Gillard, an avowed atheist, herself said that while she was all in favour of gay rights, she was uncomfortable with marriage in all its forms, and so supported a conscience rather than a binding vote in her caucus. Cynics have suggested that her decision also happened to suit her union base, headed by the shop assistants and their dictatorial secretary Joe de Bruyn,

In practice, conscience votes have invariably been dictated by religion, mainly by the Roman Catholic Church. by Mungo MacCallum And there are very many greyer issues which could be debated within the cover of conscience. But they are not; Labor, in particular, is bound to caucus solidarity by its party rules. And the Liberals, while boasting that as the party of individual freedom they have a conscience vote on everything, are barely less constrained. Same-sex marriage is the prime example: Tony Abbott imposed his own captain’s pick by declaring it out of court. It was, he told his party room, the policy members took to the previous election – meaning, in fact, it was the policy he announced at the previous election. And so far they have stuck, although some are now demanding, wait for it, a conscience vote on the issue. In practice, conscience votes have invariably been dictated by religion, mainly by the Roman Catholic Church. Its many apologists deny that this is the case;

a hard-line conservative once wonderfully described by Gough Whitlam as a Dutchman who hates dykes. But be that as it may, while the ALP’s national policy is to endorse same sex-marriage, its parliamentarians have been reluctant to follow through and put their principles into practice. The reason, of course, is the large number of practising Catholics in the party room, some of whom would, if it came to a crunch, follow the pope rather than policy. Expelling all, or even some of them, could force a catastrophic split, so until now the conscience vote has been allowed to remain. The argument that it would also seek to embarrass the Liberals into following the same path is also a factor, though a far less important one. The comforting theory is that same-sex marriage is accepted by a public majority, and will obviously happen sooner or later: so why

make trouble in the meantime? But Plibersek has obviously decided, in the manner of another tough political woman, that enough is enough: it is time for her colleagues to put their votes where their mouths are, and if they won’t do so voluntarily, they will have to be told. She wants to enforce a decision at Labor’s national conference in July and at the time of writing it appears that she has a fair chance of gaining the numbers to win. And by what may or may not be a coincidence, her insistence, even to open the debate for a public showdown, will mightily embarrass her leader Bill Shorten. Shorten is of course a Catholic himself, but claims he would vote for same-sex marriage if a bill were produced in parliament. But Shorten, whose middle name is caution – or, his enemies say, vacillation – wants to keep it as a conscience vote, and most, although not all, of his front benchers seem to agree. As a point of interest the women seem to be more enthusiastic for the change than the men – the arguments have opened divisions of gender as well as religion. In the last couple of months, there were vigorous, and as time goes on even frantic, attempts to contain them. But having opened Pandora’s box, the deputy leader is in no mood to try to close it, even if she could do so. Another quotation from the bard: ‘Oh coward conscience, how dost thou afflict me!’ That one is from Richard III, Shakespeare’s pantomime villain invented to curry favour with the rulers of the time. Perhaps it is more apposite to go back to Hamlet, in a more determined mood this time: The play’s the thing wherein I’ll catch the conscience of the king! And Labor’s supreme policy-making body may indeed produce exciting, and possibly climactic, drama in the theatre of July.

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Letters The real war

When is the federal government going to declare ‘war’ on domestic violence? The epidemic of violent murders of women, many by their current or former partners, continues to worsen. There have already been 34 this year. For further information, try looking at ‘Destroy the Joint’ on Facebook, or go to: https://realforwomen.wordpress.com/murder ed-women-2015. The government is condoning violence against women by cutting funding to frontline services. This is not acceptable. Sarah Smith Mullumbimby

Accountable councils

Should councils be responsible for loss of income if a DA is rejected? No, of course not. Should councils be accountable for prejudice and incompetence that causes loss of income? Yes, I would hope so. (The insurance companies would have paid, not we ratepayers.) Alas, thanks to the High Court decision against the Vaughans, local government is now less accountable than ever. Apparently it is okay to refuse a DA based on inaccuracies, admit that you are

Rous’s mixed messages At our April meeting in Lismore, Rous Council considered for a second time whether to install photo-voltaic systems (solar panels) on Rous’s water treatment plants (WTPs) at Nightcap and Emigrant Creek. The matter had been raised at Rous’s February meeting but was deferred for a review of the business case for going solar. Mind you, the proposal was to go only about 20 per cent solar at each WTP – handling bulk water uses huge amounts of electricity! The business case showed a 20-year payback period, after which the solar electricity would be free. Rous Council voted not to pursue the WTP proposals and instead to refit and thus reduce electricity used

within Rous’s headquarters and depot. I support that but it was argued on the basis of the business cases. The refit to Rous’s headquarters has a 12-year payback period. Strange economics though, as Rous only has a seven year lease on the building. I was flummoxed that a defective business argument was used to do one thing and a sound business case rejected on another. In Byron Shire we have a greenhouse gas emissions reduction target of 30 per cent (against its 2003–04 emissions level) by 2020. Unfortunately Rous appears not to value the emissions reduction that is achieved by grabbing electricity out of the sky instead of grabbing it out of a deep

hole in the Hunter Valley. Strangely also, Rous has adopted a future water strategy that accommodates climate changes like reduced rainfall. In other words, this region will be spending our money to shore up the water supply that our emissions are ruining. I will be moving at the May meeting that Rous reexamines the case for solar at its WTPs and that it develops a greenhouse gas emissions reduction strategy. Rous serves four constituent councils, each of which has two councillors sitting on Rous Council. Look it up at rouswater.nsw.gov.au. Duncan Dey Byron Shire councillor Rous Water councillor Main Arm

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‘Break, break, break, on thy cold grey stones, O Sea!’ Q Is Byron Bay in danger of being turned into Dubai Bay? The coastline of the bay is facing a real and present danger from our current council. The majority of councillors, however well intentioned, are clearly voting to establish engineering solutions to beach and sand movements within the bay. This is demonstrated consistently in council meetings and has reached a critical point. This trend cannot be stopped by having a Greens mayor. He is just one vote among nine councillors. He has no veto. The decision to build a rock wall on Belongil Beach is now being followed up with ideas for a series of beach groynes and to mechanically extract and pump sand from Tallow Beach across Arakwal National Park to Main Beach. What will be next? Infilling the bay for sand sculpting and artificial islands to create more real estate opportunities? The last meeting of Council demonstrated the farcical position we are now facing. Council could not even agree to the operation and composition of a consultation group as prescribed under the Coastal Protection Act 1979. Such a group would normally have representatives from coastal agencies, local Aboriginal groups and community representatives to provide ongoing feedback. Both an amended proposal and original motion were voted down. Where does this leave our coastline? At serious risk. The votes of the minority group

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by Ian Rogers Play at Byron Services Club, Mon 7pm Schadenfreude was heavy in the air as Garry Kasparov massacred Nigel Short at their exhibition match in Saint Louis last week. Thanks to some poorly chosen words in a recent New in Chess article – amplified and distorted by worldwide mass media coverage – Short was vilified as a sexist jerk, with perhaps only Kasparov’s arch-enemy Vladimir Putin hoping for a victory by the Englishman. Despite having played only rarely since his retirement a decade ago, Kasparov won the rapid and blitz contest 8.51.5, with the former World Champion’s only loss coming when he forgot about his clock and lost on time. The match provided echoes of Kasparov’s crushing defeat of an earlier English number one, Tony Miles in 1986. That match ended Miles’s career as an elite player and led to his famed comment that he had been playing ‘a monster with a thousand eyes.’ Short, 49, lost as gracefully as might have been expected, blam-

of councillors who support natural management solutions for our coastline are not enough. Decisions to be made by this council over the coming months will determine the shape and reality of the Byron Bay coastline for generations to come. People need to let councillors know their views on these matters before it is too late. The time to act is now. Cr Paul Spooner Byron Bay Q I

call the schemes for rock walls and sand replenishment at the Belongil the ‘allopathic’ solution – because it deals with the symptom, not the cause. The only long-term solution is the modification of the rock works at Main Beach. In one of the first letters I wrote to The Echo 27 years ago I pointed out the underwater spurs are the main problem in preventing the northward movement of sand. This was confirmed by a recent government-sponsored survey. Sure there would need to be interim protection of the Belongil area but I am sure the removal of the spurs would eventually rectify the situation. The Main Beach rock works themselves could be terraced out to sea to protect this area. Terraces of geobags might also help at the Belongil itself rather than confrontational walls of either bags or rocks. The reason I think this would work is my observation of the functioning of rice paddy terraces and have read about the

Online comment of the week One more big cyclone is all it will take – rock wall or not – to either wipe out the entire Belongil spit or isolate more than one home from ‘the mainland’. Maybe then those residents can ‘secede’ from the shire of Byron and start their own little independent fiefdom. Good luck with that. Q Comment by Christina in response to the

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functioning of swales – think of them as beach swales. The least Council could do is to feed all the ideas currently being debated into a computer-modelling program before committing to an expensive and possibly disastrous solution which advantages a tiny portion of the community who knew the risks of building or buying there before doing so. David Gilet Byron Bay Q For

the mayor in regards to sand removal: Please remember Byron gets 1.6 million tourists per year. If each one averages $100 spending money it equals $160 million per year gross income for the shire. Are you prepared to jeopardise this income? Bernard Hinchcliffe Mullumbimby

Q The recent schemozzle at Belongil over the CZMP has caused me to revisit the moderate success of BSC’s work at New Brighton. The bull-

dozing/beach nourishment has resulted in stabilising the dunes and so new vegetation cover. Just as predicted; although there has not been any serious storms since then. However, where are the pipis? Where are the crabs? All gone. There are pipis galore on some of the other beaches, so why not take a few bucketfuls from there and use them to ‘re-seed’ Newy? What happened to the environmental monitoring that the council paid thousands of dollars for? Supposedly the only reason the bulldozing was allowed was because there would be close scrutiny and monitoring of the process and its results. So where are the reports and where are the pipis? Andrew Hall Ocean Shores I read with alarm that Council is actually considering extending the rock wall at Belongil to protect a few houses. In every month of

ing jet-lag for his poor result. (Short had come from the Thai Open which concluded six days before his Kasparov match.) Kasparov was chuffed, but stressed that his triumph did not mean he could still compete at the highest level. ‘I enjoyed it immensely,’ he said. ‘I doubt very much if I could fight with Magnus, or Caruana or Aronian these days, but I would definitely give them a good fight for their money!’ Saint Louis Blitz 2015 White: N Short Black: G Kasparov Opening: Sicilian Rauzer 1.e4 c5 2.Nc3 Nc6 3.Nge2 Nf6 4.d4 cxd4 5.Nxd4 d6 The Classical Sicilian, favoured by a teenage Kasparov. 6.Bg5 e6 7.Qd2 Be7 8.0-0-0 0-0 9.h4!? a6 10.Kb1 h6 11.f4! A standard sacrifice, but Short soon thinks better of his aggression. 11...Bd7 12.Bxf6?! 12.Nf3! puts far more pressure on Black. 12...Bxf6 13.Nf3 Qa5! 14.e5? Tempting but wrong. After 14.g4! it is anybody’s game. 14...dxe5 15.Qxd7 e4! 16.Ne5 On 16.Nxe4? Rfd8 is curtains. 16...Bxe5 17.fxe5 Rad8 18.Qxb7 Rxd1+ 19.Nxd1 Qe1! 20.Be2! Qxh1 21.Qxc6 Rd8 22.b4? Given one free moment, Short errs. 22.b3! keeps White in the game. 22...Qe1! 23.Qxa6 Qxb4+ 24.Kc1 Qd2+ 25.Kb2 Rb8+ 26.Bb5 Qb4+ 27.Kc1 Rxb5 28.Nc3 Rxe5 29.Qc6 e3 0-1 ‘I played many good moves by hand,’ said Kasparov. ‘It doesn’t happen often that you see a move and you know that it’s right.’

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the year, the view from Old Bangalow Road near Hayters Hill shows the sea currents arching nor-nor-west around the most easterly point in the continent flowing visibly to Belongil and Tyagarah beaches. In cyclones and big winds this ocean current would of course have great velocity. I spent three months with Noosa Shire Council as an invited artist in residence to make paintings about the Noosa River. I was made very aware by Noosa Council’s chief surveyor and many Noosa residents of the folly of inviting hydrological civil engineers to have their way at our beaches. Those Byron councillors who support the overtly unsustainable idea of pumping sands from Tallow Beach to Belongil Beach should ask Noosa councillors how their rock groynes have affected their once magnificent beach, and how much it costs council and business people annually to have any sand at all on what was once a beach so large that small planes could land on it. Christine James Girards Hill Q There

appears to be no financial or environmental limit on the extremes this council will go to build rock walls at Belongil, though their intent to spend millions of dollars of our rates to divert sand from our other beaches by pumping it from Cosy Corner to Belongil is sheer madness. There is a northward flow of sand along our beaches. continued from page 9

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provide certainty’. The fact is that certainty can only be provided by a declaration of the court. Council is yet again attempting an LEP amendment. This time the land is to be switched from operational to community and then immediately back to operational. Such action defeats the intention of the legislation. Can it be expected that Council will ignore all written submissions and all concerns raised at the public hearings? I think so. When I attended the information session at Ocean Shores a council officer stated to me, ‘Council is going ahead with the sale of the land.’ The information I received at the session was factually and legally incorrect. There appear to be several strong grounds for the com-

Cape Byron disrupts this flow by diverting part of this flow into an offshore sand lobe, with the balance passing around the Cape in pulses to supply sand to the beaches at Wategos, Clarkes, Main and Belongil. There is not enough sand to maintain Belongil Beach, as it has been assessed from aerial photos as losing a net 50,000–80,000 cubic metres of sand per annum since 1947. As sea levels rise at an accelerating rate owing to climate change, erosion of the beach will accelerate as the beach tries to move inland. The consequences of turning Cosy Corner into an industrial site with massive sand pumps is worrying enough. The consequences of diverting the flow of sand around the Cape and reducing sand flows onto Wategos, Clarkes and Main beaches could be disastrous. Will robbing the town’s most important beaches of sand leave any to sunbake and play on, and what will it do to our major surf breaks? We can only guess; nobody knows. Shall we spend the millions needed to implement this folly, and the annual half million to run it, in order to stuff our other beaches? Should we suck it and see, or should we tell Ibrahim, Wanchap, Woods, Hunter and Cubis to stick it? It’s up to you, though with Ibrahim trying to force this through by June don’t wait too long. Dailan Pugh Byron Bay munity to seek a declaration from the court as to the legal status of the land at any stage of the LEP amendment process. Even a final LEP determination may be subject to appeal on legal grounds. As we who live in this shire enjoy the benefits that others have fought for, no doubt we will be judged by those who follow as to the effort we made to save this land. Hilary Bone Federal

Light Green

After the dispiriting article from Prof Mark Beeson in TheConversation.com, the fifth episode in The Guardian’s audio documentary series, titled Economics, and part of their climate campaign, provides a welcome lift. Three options on climate change are discussed in

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Views in conflict over ANZAC history Q Following last week’s edito-

rial, and with sincere hope that the acronym ‘ANZAC’ might soon fade from popular usage, I offer a brief anecdote. At primary school some time in the early eighties, we were assigned the task of writing a faux newspaper report on the recent ANZAC celebrations. Anna Boris wrote a withering critique of shabby old blokes, indecently pissed. I do not remember if the stumbling old drunks were presented as an allegory for the futility of war, but I do well remember the title, ‘Best We Forget’; and something about vomit, too. Dave Lisle Mullumbimby Q I note the mouthpieces of the ANZAC industry are careful to say that we are not ‘celebrating’ ANZAC but ‘commemorating’ it. Commemorating what, exactly? Industrialised murder for the sake of profit (profane), or the tragic loss of human life (sacred)? The mythos surrounding Gallipoli is parlayed into a carefully managed psychological operation to entrench emotional support for military adventurism. What is never mentioned is that it was one of the most disastrous, failed military escapades en-

this fascinating 30-minute audio.Nicholas Stern, author of the 2006 Stern report to the British government, outlines the ‘Light Green’ option, and makes it clear that this combined legislation/open market approach is the only realistic way to stay under 2°C without causing massive upheaval in the process: http://bit.ly/ greenseries. It is reassuring to know that the option of turning things around before a global climate emergency strikes is still on the table and that we appear to be moving – ever so gently – in the direction of being prepared to tackle the climate problems. Robert Zandstra Mullumbimby

Our dirty work

Now that the executions are over, we should, before initiating dire reprisals, look at Australia’s role in this sad saga. There is no dispute that the two boys did smuggle drugs through Indonesia. They should have known of the danger of doing this. However, it was the Australian Federal Police who informed

gineered by the British at the horrendous cost to human life, all for the sake of loot and treasure. The people who survive these horrors are often damaged for life and receive little to no help from the states that send them to fight. There is nothing to commemorate or celebrate for the traumatised survivors of war or the bereaved families of those lost in battle. We are still brainwashed into believing armed conflicts are ‘ideological’. They are not. They are designed to create profits and weaken states that challenge the capital interests of the looters who often finance both sides of the conflicts. They are initiated at the behest of investors who buy politicians and steer foreign policy. It took me a long time to see through it all. See through it we must. Duncan Shipley-Smith Byron Bay Yes, Mungo, your final sentence is absolutely correct (Echo, April 29). We can certainly find an appropriate donkey. The donkey is currently grazing in the bottom right-hand corner of the Anzackery editorial to the left of your column. Tim Harrington Lennox Head

the Indonesians of the crime. Our police and their masters in Foreign Affairs must have been aware of the likely outcome of this action. The smugglers could have just as easy been arrested at Sydney airport and convicted in an Australian court. One must assume that the reasons for tipping off Indonesia were to curry political favours; set an example to other wouldbe smugglers; and save the Australian justice system the cost of convicting and incarcerating the two boys. In effect, the Australian justice process was outsourced to Indonesia to save money. It is hypocritical now for our politicians to blame the Indonesians for doing our dirty work. Ron Bay Suffolk Park

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Lovejoy’s comment, Anzackery, of April 29 was full of exactly the kind of the empty rhetoric that is undeserved by those who died at Gallipoli. ‘They weren’t defending our freedom and civilisation,’ he said. But that’s exactly what they thought they were doing: supporting what they believed to be the most successful civilising power in human history in order to preserve White Australia. Lovejoy earlier asserted that ‘... they would not recognise what Anzac Day has become.’ Indeed! Anzac Day has changed to reflect the changing values of the Australian population as we have moved on from White Australia to Multicultural Australia. Furthermore, the First World War was not the quintessential ‘other people’s war’ as is fashionable to assert these days. ‘... Australia’s decision to fight Germany in 1914 was based on a perfectly coherent strategic argument. Australia’s security from the rising power of Japan depended on Britain’s naval power, which Germany was directly threatening.’ (Hugh White, ‘Lest we forget: the purpose of war is not war itself ’, SMH, October 20, 2013) Lovejoy’s piece reflects the self-serving uncritical perpetuation of lies that the ‘Left’

have wrapped themselves in, like a flag, since about 1960: that Anzac Day glorifies war; that people who commemorate Anzac Day are pro-war. People who believe such rubbish in defiance of the readily ascertainable facts do so ‘... to boost their feelings of superiority’, and are just as brain dead as ‘... nationalists who wrap themselves in the flag’. I was not in Byron Shire on Anzac Day 2015 but I know for certain that the leaders presiding over the Anzac Day ceremonies in Mullumbimby, Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay and Bangalow are not planning to shape the remnants of the Ottoman Empire to their own advantage. So why did you allow attention to be deflected from what the local leaders are actually doing and condone implicitly ridiculing them by association with alleged global power mongering? Isn’t The Echo a local newspaper serving the interests of local people? David Lovejoy’s piece would have been suitable as a letter to the editor, where badly informed opinions, like his, masquerading as self-evident truth, are not uncommon. For you to give it the prominence of an editorial is a disgrace. Paul Smith Mullumbimby RSL subbranch member

disturbing content about our natural environment, and our role in it, easily accessible for the not-so-scientifically inclined. Phoebe Havyatt Byron Bay

have known for a long time, which is that Hamas uses UN schools, hospitals and other civilian areas as rocketlaunching sites so as to bring down the wrath of the Israeli armed forces, create civilian casualties among the people of Gaza and then claim that Israel directly targets civilians there. A bit of reality has finally hit home for the UN and that is that Hamas are ruthless killers and oppressors of all peoples, including the hapless Gazans who are being used as cannon fodder to further their terrorist aims of destroying the Jewish state and bringing the world’s opprobrium upon Israelis in a cynical effort to demonise the Jews as they exercise their right of self-defence against these killers. Here is the real news: http://bit.ly/JPostUN. M Mizzi Byron Bay

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Stupid results

If stupidity prevails and the rail trail gets built, who will have right of way at the Lawson Street level crossing? I guess if stupidity prevails it will be cars as usual. Probably stupid of me to even contemplate an alternative. Alistair Bell Byron Bay

UN revision

In the blood-soaked argybargy between the Jews and Arabs in Israel and Palestine it is becoming evident that the UN has been forced to take a more even approach to its assessments of what happens when Arab terrorists lob rockets at Israeli civilians from Gaza. In fact for the first time since Hamas became the Sharia law enforcers of Gaza the UN has actually deemed to tell the world something Jews

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On the grassy knoll at Main Beach park, the revered barbecue is proudly mounted on a large concrete slab and protected by a prominent timber and Colorbond roof that slopes shoreward, following the contour of the sandbank. It successfully manages to look functional and attractive, while it also intrudes on and obscures the beachfront views. Its location provides an incredibly open and exposed windswept venue for all enthusiastic masterchefs who love sizzling those kebabs and prawns while checking out the waves and the babes on the beach. Many in the community might see this new shrine to our beloved barbecue, placed in such a visible prized location, as a blight on our attractive foreshore precinct. While the new facility is very welcome, the location of this structure demonstrates why we need inclusive, effective consultation and planning on our public parklands. The failure to protect and appreciate the value of open space and unimpeded breathtaking views reflects poorly on our land managers and leaves our beautiful

Given that pressures on the road from the highway into Byron Bay are likely to only get worse, why don’t we try to use this road better? What is stopping the council providing online information about the current time to drive from the highway into Byron CBD as well as providing information about driving times across the last 24 hours or longer? This way locals and tourists can make an informed decision about the best time to visit town and spread out the demand on the road. Garth Luke Mullumbimby

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spoke with the producer of BBC’s World’s Most Dangerous Roads documentary recently. The show had planned to showcase the back roads of Byron and Mullumbimby. Things changed when the British location scout didn’t return. His diary was found in a muddy half-metre-deep pothole with snippets of the apocalyptic journey: ‘27th April 2015: The horror. The horror. These roads are far worse than anything I saw in Bolivia. ‘Regularly I am left with the choice of losing a wheel

or losing my life in a head-on collision. It is not only holes so deep that hippies stop to bathe and gutted road edge drop-offs that attract worldclass rock climbers – hardwood tree branches fall from the sky shattering windscreens and construction signs litter the roadway. ‘Despite some interest in a road repair breakaway group (retained rates for community road repair) local drivers have absorbed the neglect and road rage is becoming frequent. ‘Wealthier locals have purchased road-tearing 4WDs. This is understand-

able – it is their only way to get home without losing their undercarriage. Others spend thousands on ball joints, suspension rods and wear and tear. ‘Nearby towns have developed a roaring trade in massage and spa facilities. The majority of clients are frazzled locals. ‘There is an understanding local tyre shops, mechanics, spas and psychologists collude with Council to maintain the status quo. ‘Local wreckers on the other hand have lost the trade of one-time clients who now visit the hinterland

to retrieve free hubcaps and mechanical parts scattered among the construction site wasteland. ‘My concern with airing the next episode of World’s Most Dangerous Roads west of Mullumbimby is that it would have to be our final episode. It cannot be topped. The drama is daily and substantial. ‘However I suspect viewers would complain deeming the “roads” are not actually roads and our team has stooped to unforgivable lows of filming goat-tracks.’ Ben Nowland Mullumbimby

iconic beachfront precinct once again blighted by inappropriate development. Michele Grant Foreshore Protection Group Ocean Shores

If the Greens insist on admonishing people for buying Barbie Dolls, or taxing their pokie machines, or using the recent death by firing squad of two Australians to suddenly start a death penalty crusade, so be it. You can blame Murdoch all you like, but I reckon Greens policy just simply doesn’t make sense to a lot of people and can be compared to the doom-laden entreaties of door-knocking Jehovah’s Witness subscribers or seem the fanciful bleating

of a Neverland minority. As a minor party issuing your usual policy you probably won’t be dispensing much of anything. Am I to understand then that Drew Hutton is beyond reproach because he was a Greens senator, but everyone else in every other political party is a corrupt ‘bastard’? Spare me the ‘pure as the driven snow’ routine, please. The Greens have managed to hold the environment ransom for years while latching on to every fringe issue going and frankly I’ve had enough of it. Stop calling yourselves the ‘Greens’; ‘Wing Nuts’ might be more appropriate. Would the Greens like to figure out there are many people concerned about the environment who don’t vote Green? The environment affects us all and the onus is on the Greens to develop policy that can attract from left and

right. Lock the Gate managed, what’s wrong with you? While Jeremy Buckingham seems to think not having a ‘social’ contract in the region is a legitimate reason for Metgasco to pack up its toys, Metgasco has a legal contract in the region thanks to Labor, the very group you got cozy with in the last election, kicking the Nats and the Libs who actually went to bat for the region cancelling the licence (now overruled)! Edward Kent Suffolk Park

do to the valuable Casino to Murwillumbah line. It’s time to have a genuine conversation about the transport needs of the northern rivers. Wasting $50m ripping up a valuable piece of transport infrastructure, which goes through eight out of ten major population centres, to replace it with a very expensive cycleway, will not provide public transport for one local, let alone 4.6m tourists. As cyclists will have to drive here to use the cycleway, traffic congestion and parking problems will increase. There certainly won’t be a reduction in carbon emissions. Regular, quiet, unobtrusive train services are the most efficient, clean and safe way for people to travel to the northern rivers and move around the region – with or without bicycles. Louise Doran Ocean Shores

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Dear Tom Tabart, no, you may not call me Ted, thank you very much (Letters, April 29). You can say what you like about your wonderful policy ideas but a decade and more of election results obviously speaks to the contrary.

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We all know paddling is great for for building core strength, healing injuries, for fighting depression and connecting with nature. Studies also show that volunteering and donating have positive effects on physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as nurturing the health of entire communities. Put paddling and volunteering together and you get a Lotto jackpot of benefits. Thirty thousand residents and close to two million visitors a year love Byron Shire. It’s the living green contours, pulsing tropical forests, awesome surf, secret rivers and the eclectic and irrepressibly creative community. Yet equally impressive is the fact that many of the key safety and support services in this community are founded in Generosity, in Volunteers and Donors coming together, in the “Unity” of Community. Organisers of the annual Mullum2Bruns Paddle - The Brunswick Heads Visitor Centre, the Brunswick Surf Lifesaving Club and Brunswick NSW Marine Rescue thrive in a complex, inter-dependent lifecycle of volunteers, supporters and beneficiaries… and they also know how to put on a great show!

This year’s Paddle is not only one of the biggest Paddle events in Australia; it is also a tribute to community. Each fabulous prize - like the $500 cash prizes in each of the Men’s and Women’s divisions in the Hotel Brunswick Challenge and the Print Rescue Stand Up Challenge - is donated from the community to each one of us for the benefit of these community organisations. How about The Bunyips Outdoor Centre Raffle? For a $2 ticket you could win a Hobie Quest recreational and fishing kayak, holiday pack or activity pack. Or imagine winning the Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre Duck Race first prize: the “Holiday Adventure Pack” has everything. You can sleep, eat, pamper, surf and cruise the brilliant Brunswick in the best Shire in the world, all for the price of a rubber duck! JOIN IN!

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The northern rivers is the third most popular tourist destination in Australia, after Sydney and Melbourne, with 4.6m visitors per year. Noone would suggest Sydney or Melbourne should rip up their train lines and replace them with cycleways. But that’s exactly what our state government is planning to

The Billycart Derby Team are really excited about the introduction of a new race category:

THE PARENT & CHILD RACE We see this as a great opportunity to build confidence and experience in the younger kids whilst having the security of feeling safe with Mum/Dad/Carer in the billycart with them. We’ve decided that to participate in this race you can be as young as 4 but no older than 12. So get your billycarts ready, get your helmets polished, find the knee pads, find the elbow pads because, guess what folks, it’s less than three weeks to go – woohoo!

“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” – Anne Frank. If you don’t have a kayak or Stand Up Paddle you can hire one. All the information and maps are on the website. If you haven’t already registered it’s cheaper to do it online by May 23.

Registration online now at www.mullum2brunspaddle.com.au The Mullum2Bruns Paddle is a fundraising event for Brunswick Heads Visitor Centre, Brunswick Marine Rescue and Brunswick SLSC.

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Health & Healing Body image and eating disorder support groups Most women have experienced, or know someone who has struggled with, poor body image or an eating disorder of some form, whether it be anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, mild or severe dieting or exercise addiction. ĘåŸå ŸƚŞŞŅųƋ čųŅƚŞŸ ƵĜĬĬ Ņý åų ±Ĺ opportunity to discuss openly the above issues, which are often hidden. Through sharing we learn from each other as well as receive the necessary support and inspiration. The groups will include presentations by MaryLouise Myers, Kylie Connors, and Kyla Plummer, who between them have a wealth of experience from working in ƋĘĜŸ Ā åĬÚ ±Ÿ ƵåĬĬ ±Ÿ Úų±ƵĜĹč üųŅĵ ƋĘåĜų own personal experience of the whole range of eating disorders and poor body image. Together we will develop a deeper understanding of why these conditions occur and how to disarm the underlying ill-energetic patterns.

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Sue Broadbent and Associates provide excellence in osteopathic care across a wide range of modalities including spinal manipulation, cranial and visceral osteopathy, rehabilitation and exercise therapy. Our practitioners are highly trained ±ĹÚ ŧƚ±ĬĜĀ åÚ ƋŅ ŞųŅƴĜÚå ŞĘƼŸĜÏ±Ĭ examination, systems review, and orthopaedic and neurological evaluation to establish the correct diagnosis and treatment plan for your condition. Our remedial massage practitioners

This support group is one of 12 other support groups that will be run in the northern rivers area beginning in mid-July. These support groups will cover a wide range of conditions experienced by women as well as Ņý åų ŸƚŞŞŅųƋ üŅų ü±ĵĜĬĜåŸ ±ĹÚ Ï±ųåųŸţ They are all no charge and are an initiative run by Esoteric Women’s Health. Esoteric Women’s Health is a collaboration of complementary health practitioners and allied health professionals who work cohesively for the promotion and delivery of true care and support in the area of women’s health.

Love Yourself, Naturally YOGA Too many of us lurch from one emotional crisis to the next, not able to regulate emotions and tolerate uncomfortable feelings, leaving us struggling with personal relationships. Often past experiences have caused structural and functional brain changes that result in an inability to ride the waves of emotions of daily life.

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Allow Love Yourself, Naturally Yoga to guide you back to your body, with intentional compassion, non-judgment and love. Yoga is an expression of selflove and -care. ‘This gentle movement and breath practice aims to unlock the body’s blocks, within the limits of individual tolerance,’ says Christina Sharman, yoga teacher and registered nurse in mental health. Suitable for every BODY who wants to reacquaint themselves with their body. FREE intro classes 13 May in Lismore. Private sessions and small groups available in Byron and Lismore.

Free Yoga Classes 13/5/15 Wednesday 9.30am & 4pm 7.15pm Lismore Yoga Room, 142 Keen St Lismore Ph: 0428 239 019 Christina Sharman: RN in Mental Health, Yoga Teacher since 1985, is offering yoga for any body who needs self care. Please call to reserve a place. Ongoing classes planned – 0428 239 019.

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Britain’s thinking hard about leaving Europe There’s a lot to be said for general elections. They spring clean our views, bring in new talking heads, change tack for the entire country, and allow hope to arise that things can change for the better, even if it’s the same old crew running the ship under renewed scrutiny. On the other hand, for stable countries like Australia and the UK, the process is so finely calibrated and the parties near-enough level in their popularity that it often boils down to a last-minute argy-bargy where spoils can go to the dirtiest fighter. There is usually a relatively small votes gap between winner and loser, so shifts in policy new leaders enact may be more trouble than they’re worth. And they might only get reversed in an election or two’s time anyway. But,

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Not too many people are gasping for an answer. The motion is welcomed in the main by those who, for varying reasons, dream of a Britain once more afloat on its own – free, independent, unbothered by the continental nagging and endless rulebearing, and more easily able to resist the effects of any fu-

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of legislation for the bureaucratic monster the Union has become. So, on the one hand, there’s proof the EU can be influenced to change for the better, to align more closely with Britain’s wishes; on the other, what a giant and expensive struggle! Is it worth trying? Perhaps more worryingly, the British exit (‘Brexit’) tribe is unlikely to disband even if it loses.

meanwhile, the country must be governed, and so to work the winners go. Sometimes, bigger changes are afoot and a government knows its legacy is on the line; whatever it strives to do in every other area will vanish in contrast to the one giant act it has pledged to undertake. So it is for the Conservative party this May with their promise to hold a referendum that decides whether Britain should stay in or leave the European Union.

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ture Euro meltdown. Plus, the borders of our beleaguered sovereignty – to the delight of the many muttering about droves of ‘long-term visitors’ – would be once more autonomous and tightly controlled. Prime minister David Cameron’s take is that he would like to change the way Europe is run and then continue to be a member, but he’s gambled that Britons want a say and will like him for listening. (The last time they were asked was 1975, two years after joining; 67 per cent voted pro Europe.) Nowadays, the majority, I fear, care little. Cue endless debate, newspaper coverage, the listing of infinite pros and cons, and sentimental or bullish poring over what the differences might be, before a last-minute tearful plea by the French, probably, that we must stay. The truth is, as a member of the EU, we’ve been rebellious and ungrateful for years,

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even while contributing massively to business and governance and with a A$12 billion (£6.4 billion) annual net contribution to EU coffers. For a long while, we were obliged, for example, to fly the European flag several times a year, especially in the week beginning May 9, which is Europe Day. Co-incidentally, May 9 is the date of our general election, so that could become known as No-toEurope Day.

Fly the flag A fine was levied for not flying the flag. Companies had to display it alongside the EU logo if they received any European funding. But companies up and down the land almost never did. They couldn’t be bothered. They didn’t like the flag. They didn’t like being told what to do. The list of apathetic reasons went on. So, in 2010

Britain was fined A$290 million (£150 million), which was duly, merrily paid. Almost no-one complained. It was worth it. Then, in 2012, the European Commission made a new rule that required the flag to be displayed every single day by all government departments and any organisation receiving a dot of EU funding. What did they think would happen? That’s fighting talk. And so we sent in the venerable Secretary of State the Rt Hon Mr Eric Pickles, a very large mound of formidable Albion lion. He fought. He fought some more. He won. Two years later, the rule was scrapped and hailed as a surefire victory in the war to mould Europe to Britain’s wishes. Problem is, it was a small battle. And there are 27 other countries who must ratify a truly enormous raft

St Elmo Dining Room & Bar Mon-Sat: 4pm til late. Sun: 4pm til 10pm. Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426

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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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Here the ambrosial meals are cooked to order and the scrumptious cocktails and mocktails thrust you into a land of wonderful tales.

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.

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Fighting talk. Source: Eversham PT

Last September, Scotland held a referendum on whether to break from Britain and go it alone. The No party won, and the United Kingdom remains intact. However, and of great relevance for the In/ Out of Europe debate, even though the motion was defeated, the clamour for breakup has not gone away or even died down. On the contrary, the independent Scottish National Party’s membership has doubled since the vote. So, although we may spend a year microscopically inspecting our relationship with our nearest, oldest best friends, and even if the vote comes in a resounding yay or nay, it may well stir up such a fuss over the matter that whoever loses will stay sore and not leave it be, chewing everybody’s ear ’til kingdom come. And for fun I bet we’ll start flying those flags anyway.

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An award-winning Japanese fusion cuisine Sushi bar, tapas, main meals and delicious chef’s specials

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Open 7 days 9am till after midnight Shop 1 Woolworths Plaza 90-96 Jonson Street 6685 5700 www.legendpizza.com.au

Happy Hours 4-6pm week days Cnr Jonson St & Lawson St, Byron Bay 6680 9666 www.balcony.com.au

Open for dinner only 7 nights from 5.30pm Fully Licensed BYO Wine Shop 10, Feros Arcade, Jonson St, Byron Bay 6685 6737

Open for Dinner & Cocktails 7 days from 6pm till late Next to the Beach Hotel Bay Street 6680 7055 italianatthepaciﬁc.com.au

Mon-Fri 7.30am-2.30pm Sat, Sun 7.30am-3pm 3-6 Albert Street, Federal 6688 4711

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Tap beer, and house wine for $5 Calamari and polenta chips for $10 There will be no more tapas for now

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Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Wed to Sat - 7.30am till late Breakfast/Lunch Sun to Tues - 7.30am till 3pm 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay Reservations 6685 7663

Come and enjoy a truly Byron dining experience with head chef Patrick Hobbs and his team. With beautiful breakfasts, lazy lunches and delicious dinners, Aquarius Cafe & Dining is the perfect venue for groups, couples or solo diners. Unique hand-crafted cocktails, a killer wine list and a selection of cold beer on tap are available from midday everyday. Cocktail and Tapas hour – All cocktails $12 5pm to 7pm Wednesday to Saturday Please visit www.aqcafe.com.au for menus and details.

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All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you. Fully Licensed and B.Y.O. for wine. Welcome for lunch, dinner and take-away. www.facebook.com/pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469

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Lemongrass Dinner Mon-Sun Lunch on weekdays Closed Tuesdays Shop 3/17 Lawson Arcade Phone orders welcome 6680 8443

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Serving Rustic European Cuisine Breakfast/Lunch: 7 days from 7am Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday from 5.30pm Licensed: To serve drinks at all times without food

We are back!! Hoping to see you all at Federal.

Proudly awarded ‘Most Sustainable Seafood Restaurant’ 2015. This year we celebrate 25 years of serving the finest local seafood. Join us in the sea breeze on our veranda for a lazy long lunch or intimate candle lit dinner. Private dining room also available.

The count down is on! All good things must come to and end and our most popular ‘POP UP’ restaurant concept Izakaya will be closing in a matter of weeks. We love it when you are ‘hungry’ so stay tuned for what comes next in the Fins POP UP restaurant series.

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.

Francisco’s Table

Francisco’s Table is a roaming restaurant popping up at different locations around the Byron Shire. The philosophy behind Francisco’s cooking is honesty TOP 10 0416 057 705 and simplicity. His food is inspired, amongst many POP-UPS francisco.food@gmail.com things, by the amazing local produce that is sourced NSW SMH from a wide community of growers and farmers. At www.facebook.com/ Good Food Francisco’s Table you will share a table loaded with Guide 2015 FranciscosTable delectable dishes with friends and fellow food lovers. Also available for functions, parties and weddings.

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.

Targa

Italian at the Paciﬁc provides a bustling atmospheric restaurant, dishing up contemporary inspired Italian cuisine and some of Byron’s finest cocktails and wines.

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.

HAPPY HOUR 5–7pm daily COCKTAILS STARTING FROM $8 LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY & SATURDAY EVENINGS

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Harvest

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Open 7 Days 10am-4pm Brunch Dinner until late 95 Jonson Street, In the Heart of Byron Bay

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

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Try our artisan pizzas, the biggest range of vegetarian pizzas in Byron. Huge selection of craft beers, exciting cocktails and wines.

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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.

Pizza Paradiso

Overlooking the beautiful Wategos Beach, Rae’s Fish Cafe is the mustvisit restaurant while you’re visiting Byron Bay.

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Aquarius Café and Dining

The Treehouse on Belongil

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

Open seven days 7:30am till late Coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, functions and weddings. Fully licensed.

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An Italian Joint in Mullum right next to The Other Joint Matthew Michaelis

My nephew was up from Melbourne recently and was looking for a little bit of warm romance of the culinary sort with his girlfriend. Of course he hit me up for a recommendation for a proper eat-in Italian restaurant in the nearby suburbs. With Dominic’s long closed and pizza places all around, the prospects of an actual sit-down, Chianti-filled evening was Buckley’s or none without travelling, and he was in Mullumbimby at the time. It was a Wednesday, so I did suggest the Brunswick Heads Bowling Club where the famous Wednesday Italian nights are put on by Alessio Angeli, a local Italian cook. My nephew unfortunately arrived on Alessio’s last night and the place was packed to the hilt – no standing room let alone eating vacancies. Never mind, I told him, when you’re back in June, there’ll be a brand-new Italian restaurant opened in Mullumbimby replacing the La Table restaurant. Eva Angeli is Alessio’s wife and has worked as the manager at La Table continuously for the last three years. ‘We’ve been in the hospitality industry for what seems like forever – around 20 years. We ran a cafe together in Surry Hills in 2005 and sold it when I became pregnant with

my first child Pablo (pictured),’ Eva told me. They have two boys now and Eva and Alessio are about to have twins in the form of a busy cafe and a restaurant. Alessio has been serving up the grub at Brunswick Bowling Club for the past five years and has established a large following on his Wednesday night Italian evenings. So, it’s no surprise that Eva and Alessio took the opportunity to take over the well-patronised La Table cafe and restaurant location in Mullum as a venue for his loyal following. Alessio was born in Pescara, west of Rome. ‘In his town and family it’s all about the food. Alessio went back home recently and his mum started cooking – stuff by the box – weeks before he arrived; this is very much the Italian way,’ Eva explained. Eva tells me that the cafe, to be called The Other Joint, will be very much the same with the introduction of Italian faves the likes of bruschetta, cannoli and cannelloni as additional choices on the menu. The Italian Trattoria opening in the restaurant next to the café will be a while in the making though. The Italian Joint, as they’ve named it, will swing its doors open in June on a date yet to be confirmed. I,

Right: Eva Angeli, new owner of La Table cafe and restaurant, now called The Italian Joint and The Other Joint. Photo Matthew Michaelis Below: Alessio and Eva Angeli with their eldest son Pablo.

Farewell Matthew for one, will be looking forward to a family-friendly and reasonably priced drink and Italian menu. Q The Italian Joint (opening in June) Fully licensed and BYO Phone: 6684 2227 Address: 72a Burringbar Street, Mullumbimby info@otheritalianjoint.com www.otheritalianjoint.com

Q The Other Joint – cafe; 8am–4pm (kitchen closed at 2.30pm) Saturdays 8am until 3pm (kitchen closes at 2pm) Phone: 6684 2220 Address: 72a Burringbar Street, Mullumbimby info@otheritalianjoint.com www.otheritalianjoint.com

The Good Life has been well received since we started the section nine months ago. This week we say thanks and goodbye to Matthew Michaelis, who will no longer be writing the section. Instead we will feature different contributors each week. We welcome feedback, contributions, tips and gossip from the industry and from readers. Please email any ideas or contributions you might have to goodlife@echo.net.au.

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Gavin Hughes cooks up a storm with Petaluma and a Hardy at the helm On Wednesday 29 April The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa welcomed Andrew Hardy, chief winemaker from leading South Australian winery Petaluma, for a very special celebratory dinner. Seventy guests enjoyed five of Petaluma’s finest wines alongside oysters, followed by four courses from The Byron at Byron’s head chef Gavin Hughes. ‘We were very fortunate to have four people celebrating birthdays at the dinner,’ said The Byron at Byron’s Heath Batterham. ‘It was a joyful occasion and so nice to have Andrew share his love and passion for wine. We will

certainly be purchasing some more for our guests to enjoy.’ Andrew commenced his winemaking career at Petaluma in 1982, working with founder Brian Croser before moving to work vintages in Oregon and Bordeaux. He settled at Knappstein for almost a decade where he was awarded the Warren Winiarski Trophy for the Best Australian Red Wine. In 2004 he returned to Petaluma, where he has relished in his role as ‘custodian of the vineyards’. Petaluma’s success is based upon planting the right varieties for individual vineyards in regions where the varietals excel. The Yellow Label has gar-

Top: Perfect winter fare, grass-fed Manning Valley eye fillet and Wagyu brisket, baby turnips, grated horseradish with mustard leaf matched with a Petaluma Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 – SA, Coonawarra. Right: A photo finish with layered chocolate mousse cake, red wine-poached Corella pears and spiced ice-cream matched with a Petaluma Cane Cut Riesling 2012 – SA, Clare Valley. Centre: Andrew Hardy (on left), chief winemaker from Petaluma, with Byron at Byron director of marketing, Heath Batterham. Below: Byron at Byron’s head chef Gavin Hughes and restaurant manager, Kelly Hunter. Photos Matthew Michaelis

nered significant acclaim for riesling from the Clare Valley, sparkling from the Picadilly Valley in the Adelaide Hills, shiraz from Mount Barker in the Adelaide Hills and cabernet from Coonawarra.

Paleo Kale Caesar Salad with Cherry Tomatoes Recipe by Irena Macri Irena Macri is a full-time recipe developer, cookbook author, amateur food photographer and a self-proclaimed web geek. When not travelling the world or hiking through the bush, she can be found in her small kitchen in London or Sydney or in a local cafe typing away the latest post. Her website is www.eatdrinkpaleo.com.au. Serves: 4; Preparation time: 20 min; Cooking time: 10 min ‘This salad can be served as a main dish or as a side. I used black kale, also known as cavolo nero or Tuscan cabbage, but you can use regular kale or any other dark leafy greens. The anchovy flavour in the dressing is quite subtle but feel free to reduce the amount or omit it all together.’ – Irey

Ingredients 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Mediterranean Mothers Day

A fresh, clean autumn salad by Irey Macri, the Queen of Paleo food. Large bunch of kale or cavolo nero (Tuscan cabbage) leaves Juice of ½ lemon 4 whole eggs Punnet cherry tomatoes, halved 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast For the dressing 6 anchovies, chopped finely 1 clove garlic, grated 4 tablespoons mayonnaise 3 tablespoons olive oil ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard

10 rashers of bacon

Instructions

1 large brown onion, peeled and sliced thinly

Fill a small saucepan with water and bring to boil.

Heat coconut oil in a large frying pan. Add bacon rashers and cook for a couple of minutes on each side, until crispy. Remove to a chopping board.

with lemon juice (this will soften the kale leaves).

Add sliced onion to the frying pan and cook for a few minutes, until softened and lightly golden.

Slice bacon rashers into small pieces and add to the kale together with the salad dressing and toss through using your hands or tongs, until well incorporated and the kale is evenly coated.

Add four eggs to boiling water and cook for six minutes, until just a little firmer than soft boiled. Then rinse under cold water and peel. While bacon, onion and eggs are cooking, prepare the kale. Tear the leaves away from the stalks and slice very thinly. Add to a large bowl and drizzle

Prepare the dressing by combining all ingredients in a small bowl.

Then add cooked onion, cherry tomatoes and nutritional yeast (or grated Parmesan) and toss through gently. Serve in bowls topped with halved egg and an extra anchovy or two.

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DE VILDER AND BAYNIE

JOIN FORCES FOR SACRED MUSIC C A R M E L L A BAY N I E A N D YA N T R A D E V I L D E R J O I N

F O RC E S F O R S AC R E D J O U R N E Y – A S P EC I A L M E E T I N G O F T WO K I N D R E D S P I R I T S D E VOT E D TO T H E E X P LO R AT I O N O F S AC R E D M U S I C . W I T H YA N T R A O N G R A N D P I A N O, K E Y B OA R D, G U I TA R A N D H A R M O N I U M A N D C A R M E L L A O N VO C A L S , H A R M O N I U M A N D G U I TA R , A N D M U S I C I N L AT I N , S A N S K R I T A N D A R A M A I C . Carmella and Yantra both spoke with Seven about coming together for their show. What was the inspiration for you two to start working together? C: We first played together more than 30 years ago in the eastern suburbs of Australia every Sunday at Osho satsang. We all explored music as meditation in those days and it was always very beautiful. We played music together again in the 90s with the release of my album on the national charts, with various tours and television appearances. Much of the noughties was spent involved in our own various musical forays. We recently came together this time for a dear friend suffering the scourge of cancer, to raise funds for her treatment. I guess you could say we missed playing together! We decided to take it on the road and pick up where we left off. Y: A beloved friend of ours, Vera Howoshka, was going through a battle with cancer and we wanted to help with medical fees so we came together in a series of concerts whereby we could by using our gifts of music to help her with her medical fees. Sadly we lost Vera a month ago and so it feels like our concert in Byron is an extension of our work for our dear friend. How do you complement each other’s work? C: We are, both of us, dedicated to using music to bring people to a place of upliftment, dedicated to using music as a kind of medicine, in a transformative sense. We have stripped our sound back to mostly grand piano and voice, which really kind of takes you to a place of vulnerability, simplicity, with a classical thread as a nod to the purity of Gregorian hymns, church music and bhajans – love songs to the divine. Y: Carmella is the voice – I am the sound that carries the voice.

How do you incorporate spirituality into your music?

What did you set out to achieve with your collaboration?

C: In my mind, music is spirituality. Melody – where the soul takes flight. Harmony in music mirrors harmony in nature, just as discord can too. Rhythm is the heartbeat that runs through every living thing. Singing prayerful tunes in holy languages has been described in the ancient Vedic texts as the spiritual practice for our age – the Yuga Dharma. It is brimming with spiritual ‘ness’; I can’t live without it.

C: It all came together spontaneously and was born out of the love of a friend; with intention such as this, it added a purity to the collaboration. Again using music as a potent medicine.

Y: These days I tend to be somewhat cautious around the term spirituality – as I believe that it is a word that has been misconstrued by the negative connotations that the political structure of religion brings. To me spirituality is reflected in the essence or spirit of an endeavour. In terms of music, it is as close as the heartbeat, the rhythm, the breath – in and out. It is impossible to separate the spirit of the muse that descends from the actualisation of the creative act whenever we are present to the artistic moment. So I incorporate spirituality in my music by knowing that even though I diligently practise my craft, ultimately it is a gift that comes from the beyond, and as such I enter into each performance as a prayer. Is it part of your bigger practice as a person? C: My daily practice incorporates around 2.5 hours per day of chanting. It is my life and soul and carries me through. Mantras are full of potentiality, shakti, lifeforce. It plugs me in! Y: At the moment my main artistic practice is concerned with the final stages of my doctorate in creative arts and my research question is: ‘In Search of the Artistic Moment’. This artistic moment is an experience that is engendered through a creative act, whereby the audience and the performer lose a sense of time and personality – for a moment (or two). This question is at the heart of all of my creative projects; indeed it is what I am striving for in all my activities – to lose a sense of isolation, and to merge into the greater world that collaboration has to offer.

Y: My goal is to lift the hearts of all who are involved with our music. Originally we began our work together as a healing for our friend Vera, but it has turned out to be a healing for us. Ultimately my aim is that together we can create something bigger and better than we could do as individuals alone. Why do you think so many western people are drawn to chanting? C: Chanting together is performed best in groups and in the public setting, thus setting the scene for feelings of unity and oneness. When these prayers and chants are sung in a congregational setting they can radically change the heart. Chanting is said to ‘cleanse the heart of the dust accumulated for years’ – Ceto Darpana Marjanam. It is a purifying experience. It empowers people to sing together, regardless of creed or lineage. When sung together with a vulnerable heart, it is gloriously raw and ecstatic. Y: Chanting provides an opportunity for people to come together in a communal way and sing in an environment that is nonjudgmental. The words are usually pretty simple and repetitive so I believe that it is an ideal way to provide the community with an alternative to a karaoke evening at the pub. Many of us have explored eastern mysticism to find a deeper sense of meaning, and the science of breath associated with the act of singing has been scientifically proven to create altered states of consciousness that are beneficial for wellbeing. Ultimately people are drawn to the feelgood factor. What does Byron mean to you both?

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seems ironic that they have been executed for the potential harm they would cause to Australians.

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KILLING THEM SOFTLY This week two Australians were put to death for drug trafficking offences for their part in the now infamous Bali Nine. According to the testimony of the other convicted â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;drug mulesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Chan and Sukumaran were the coringleaders of this relatively smallscale drug importation, and were thus awarded the death penalty. When I say small scale, I am referring to the size of their haul in relation to the size of the actual Australian heroin market. The Bali Nine were caught with just over eight kilograms of heroin in total. When you consider that the average size of the drug market at the time in Australia was around 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;6 tonnes for the year itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty evident that Chan and Sukumaran were not

drug lords, just enterprising young criminals, possibly even addicts, trying to make an opportunistic buck. They were young, greedy and stupid. And they got caught. Worthy of jail. Not something I believe worthy of the death penalty. According to human rights law it is a breach of international law for the death penalty to be used for anything but the worst offences, like murder or terrorism. Indonesians defended the allocation of the death penalty by insisting that drugs kill Indonesians and thus the penalty was appropriate. Ironically, the Bali Nine were caught taking drugs out of the country, not into it. Surely then they should have been subject to Australian law? It

C: Is it significant coming back to play here? When I first arrived in Byron Bay (circa 89) it provided me with an opportunity to change my life completely and immerse myself in music, meditation, nature and community 24/7. Having lived back in the city for a while now, I realise that what Byron gives us is very rare and an incredible privilege. It is indelible. Forever etched in my heart. My spiritual homeâ&#x20AC;ŚÂ Y: Byron feels like home to me. I have lived here on and off for more than 20 years, and the community here operates on so many levels â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the arts, spirituality, organic gardening, wellness. Geographically I believe it is one of the most beautiful places on Earth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and although we say Byron is a bubble, it is great to have a bubble of paradise that we can always return to. My Byron family means the world to me. This concert is very significant at this stage in my life. What should we expect for your local show?

Australia doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the death penalty. Or perhaps we do. Part of me canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help but think that the whole Bali Nine debacle was some sort of outsourcing of punishment. Everyone has finally been asking questions about the Australian Federal Police and why they chose to tip off a government they knew had the death penalty. If intelligence about the drug importation was solid, then why werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the Bali Nine arrested in Australia where they could have served their time as Australians, importing drugs INTO Australia, in an Australian jail? Human rights lawyer Geoffrey Robertson has pointed out that the execution was also illegal as it was carried out with the constitutional appeal focused on Indonesian judicial corruption due to be heard on 12 May. The length of time on death row could also be considered a breach of human rights law. The law dictates that people should not be executed after a prolonged stay on death row

because the constant alternation of hope with despair amounts to mental torture and is contrary to the convention on torture. There were many reasons for clemency, the main one in my opinion was the ages of Chan and Sukumaran. At the time of arrest they were both in their early twenties. According to recent studies, neurologists have discovered that the human brain does not reach its full maturity until 25. This means that the areas of the brain prone to impulsivity are in charge of the show. In fact there are fewer brain connections between left and right lobes than at any stage of a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neurological development. This impacts on a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to make good reasoned decisions. By someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mid-twenties more rational cognitive behaviour generally takes charge. After ten years on death row both Chan and Sukumuran had rehabilitated, possibility owing to the seriousness of their crime, their incarceration and the natural maturation that happens when one becomes an adult. When it comes to the law, we have to be

cognisant of the fact that people without fully mature brains are more likely to engage in impulsive and criminal acts. Young people therefore need even greater opportunities for rehabilitation than perhaps even older prisoners. The death penalty is wrong. As a punitive measure it is cruel, barbaric and pointless, and reinforces a culture of sociopathy rather than empathy. If we must execute our citizens as punishment, then what is the point of civilisation? And itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just Indonesia. Over half the nations of the world still have the death penalty. In fact thirty-two states of America still execute their deviants. So before you start cancelling your trip to Bali as economic protest against Indonesia, maybe stop eating KFC and McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and boycott Hollywood. There is no humane way to kill another human. In the end itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about using violence to eliminate violence. In my opinion, when it comes to hitting the heart, mercy is always a more powerful weapon than a bullet.

C: The concert will be a multimedia performance, exploring sacred world music, from ancient to original, vocal and instrumental, with special guest traditional instrumentalists. We will be performing some of the most profoundly beautiful hymns from across the universe and back again. Exploring divine love and the poetry of the great sages since time immemorial.Â Y: I will play an improvisation set to beautiful imagery that honours our planet, and then Carmella will join me onstage and we will explore the sacred music of many different areas from around the globe, from Sanskrit through to Aramaic and western European. There will be opportunities for the audience to sing along and experience the sacred artistic moment with us.Â

Sacred Journey with Yantra de Vilder and Carmella Baynie on Saturday 16 May at the Byron Theatre at 8pm. Bookings: byroncentre.com.au â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $25/20.

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THAWING THE LOVE WITH HOLIDAYS ON ICE

Holidays On Ice is a collaboration between Angie Hart (Frente!), Dean Manning (Leonardoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bride) and Stella Mozgawa (Warpaint). Last year Holidays on Ice released their third studio album, titled The Luxury of Wasted Space, receiving critical acclaim from the SMH â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;dreamy atmosphere and spooky melodicism make compelling chemistryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, and from The Age â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the album has a sense of togetherness and charm, touched by that little bit of geniusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Angie is best known as the voice of Frente! The group achieved worldwide success with numerous records, and a US Billboard Top 10 hit for their version of Bizarre Love Triangle. Dean was the songwriter/guitarist for Leonardoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bride, whose two critically acclaimed albums included the APRA Song of the Year Even When Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m Sleeping, which was also voted one of APRAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Top 30 Australian Songs of All Time.

She hasÂ releasedÂ six studio albums, two live DVDs and severalÂ EPs, played numerous sellout shows and supports for the likes of Sheryl Crow, John Butler, Paul Kelly, Jimmy Barnes and The Indigo Girls.Â

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;What setsÂ TobyÂ apart from other performers mining a similar vein is her infectious energy, a kind of worldly appreciation of life that makes even her most melancholy songs thrum with a kind of joyousness. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a key reason why her live performances are so acclaimed,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; (Xpress magazine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jan 2010). CatchÂ TobyÂ with guitarist Darryl EagleÂ at Pizza Paradiso, Suffolk Park, Thursday 7pm and with the full band at the Rails Hotel on Friday at 7pm.

Los Angeles-based Stella Mozgawa is a member of indie rock band Warpaint as well as featuring on Kurt Vileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wakinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on a Pretty Daze. Regrettably Stella will not be joining the group on this tour owing to Warpaint commitments. Their Hat & Hall tour will take in the Drill Hall in Mullum on Friday 22 May. The show will include the screening of a 40-minute film directed by Dean Manning, plus a performance by a local band (TBC). Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this intimate show that will surely sell out quickly. Friday 22 May at the Drill Hall, Mullumbimby. Doors open at 6pm and tickets are available from www.kupromotions.com.au/?p=1599.

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Perth-based powerhouse singer/songwriter Toby returns to Byron Bay this month as part of her new album-release tour Nobody Told Me, recorded at Bear Creek Studio in Seattle with acclaimed producer Ryan Hadlock (best known for his production work on platinum-selling album The LumineersÂ by The Lumineers). Toby is a passionate, fun and powerful performer mixing soul, blues, folk, and rock with a splash of gypsy hick. Focusing mainly on Australia, Europe and Canada â&#x20AC;&#x201C; she has performed more than 1,000 shows from impressive major festivals to intimate venues â&#x20AC;&#x201C; nothing seems to stop this woman from touring.

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Mothers Day Music

LEE HASLAU

This Mothers Day pop on down to Club Lennox to enjoy the vibrant music and velvety harmonies of Lee Haslau. Always surrounded by a musical family, Lee didn’t realise she loved to sing until 12 years ago. Hearing a jazz and swing band play at a Sunday session in Margaret River awakened her passion for this style of music. The band she heard was called Doxy and after a request to go and listen to a jam session one day she joined in the vocals and percussion. A talent for harmonies and a velvet quality to her voice matched the jazzy style that she loves so much. Lee sings from the heart and love of it with no formal vocal training. Moving to the northern rivers two years ago, not knowing any musicians, Lee joined a local band, singing mainstream pop and rock as a backup singer. This was great fun but her passion was the laidback tunes of traditional jazz standards, blues and swing. For a brief time, Lee performed as a solo artist at local restaurants for dinner music and atmosphere. A chance meeting with local musician Horace Bevan a few months ago has burgeoned into a duo that combines the acoustic skills of the guitar and the vibrant and melodic tones of Lee’s vocals.

TAKE ME HOME

MOTHER

In the mid-1970s John Denver was arguably America’s most celebrated male entertainer. His 1973 Greatest Hits album remained on Billboard magazine’s chart of top album sellers for about three years. In 1975 and 1976, Denver won four American Music Awards – honours that measured the sentiments of music buyers rather than industry figures. Of his 24 albums released on the RCA label during his lifetime, 14 were eventually certified gold (for sales of 500,000 copies), and eight of those sold more than a million copies each. Rick Price takes the music of the man to the stage with his tribute show at the Ballina RSL on Sunday at 8.30pm. Now whose mum doesn’t love a bit of Denver? Tix at the club!

BIG BLUE THINKIN’

Bluesy songstress and multi-instrumentalist Anne McCue has just launched her sixth studio album Blue Sky Thinkin’. McCue recorded and produced the album alongside Dusty Wakeman (Lucinda Williams, Dwight Yoakam) in Los Angeles and Nashville, and it was mastered by Ray Kennedy (TwangTrust with Steve Earle). The album reunites the band from her critically acclaimed Roll album and allows Anne to explore some of her favourite pre-R’n’R influences, including Billie Holiday, Charlie Christian, Howlin’ Wolf, Memphis Minnie, Astor Piazzola, Peggy Lee, Django Reinhardt, Hoagy Carmichael, Bessie Smith… Now based in the thriving songwriting community of East Nashville, McCue is returning to Australia during late May/June to the delight of her many fans. This is a rare opportunity to catch Anne in both solo and trio combinations. Joining her in Mullumbimby will be Matt Bone (Starboard Cannons, Warren Earl Band) on double bass and Grant Gerathy (John Butler Trio, Angus Stone) on drums. Anne McCue plays the Court House Hotel on Sunday 31 May from 3pm. Pre-Sale tickets $23 + bf: www.trybooking.com/130529.

MONSTRO MUSIC LEE HASLAU AT CLUB LENNOX ON SUNDAY Music that spans the decades from the 1940s to modern tunes that have been adapted to match the jazzy style Lee loves will allow you to kick back, relax and enjoy the company of friends. Club Lennox on Sunday, 4pm.

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El Monstro is a five-piece hardcore band that has been performing solidly on the Brisbane music scene and they have recently been featured as a support act for Guttermouth on the Brisbane stop of their 2015 Australian tour. The music on their first release Parthenia has been described as: ‘A perfect amalgam of Defeater/La Dispute and more “metal” riffing. An engaging storyline that is both vague and pointed underpins a melange of tasty instrumental work to compliment the plaintive vocal styling over the top’ (IPHYB 16/03/14). El Monstro is currently hard at work on their second EP that will be released later this year. Originally formed in Cairns, far north Queensland, Dr Parallax is an instrumental blend of odd time signatures, key changes and various genres that they sum up succinctly as Instroprog. The Drill Hall Theatre Company presents

While combining many different elements and influences, Dr Parallax never loses sight of the groove, and their music will keep your toes tapping even if you’re not quite sure what they’re tapping to. With plans to release a live EP soon from their show at The Zoo in Brisbane earlier this year, Dr Parallax is also working on their first studio EP with aims to release it before the close of 2015. Fronted by the enigmatic presence of singer Tomina, Flynn Effect are an alternative metal band that take inspiration from eclectic sources such as video games and European theatre, combining them into a slick and sonically captivating sound that is both bold and accessible. Last year saw the group release their first album, Skin, which received favourable reviews and has seen the band perform a string of dates across the Brisbane music scene in its support. Their live performance has become synonymous with polished production, huge sound and dazzling light shows. Big and the Bangs (or BATB) take great pleasure in remaining undefinable. Are they rock? metal? stoner? As their bio says, trying to put your finger on it will only succeed in getting said extended digit burnt. Having played extensively up and down the coasts of both southern Queensland and northern NSW, Big and the Bangs will be guides and keepers of local law on this trek across the border. Yet mere guides they are not, for they will be taking to the stage with their powerful and diverse sound, playing tracks from their two EPs: Fight, Smash, Win and The Big, The Bang, The Boom, and showing the Brisbane contingent how it’s done. El Monstro, Dr Parallax and Flynn Effect are taking to the road for a two-date mini-tour to northern NSW. Supporting them on these dates will be local mad men Big and the Bangs! Get set for two unreal nights of free music at YACRock Cafe in Byron Bay on Friday 15 May and The Tatts Hotel in Lismore on Saturday 16 May.

Marvellous MAY at club lennox

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Culture

The holder of 34 Guinness world records he is also leading the frontier of extreme performance. Experience his death-defying stunts of sword swallowing and much more pushing the boundaries of what is physically possible. Combine these two elements and you have ‘mind bending’: what the mind can conceive, the body can achieve.

BENDING THE GENDER WITH DR SKETCHY’S

Imagine a world where gender norms are thrown away, where radical faeries and guerilla grrrls can frolic and play! Where frocks and frills like champagne are spilled and women adjust their crotches in spiffy spats. Where you can sketch the models as they repose while drinking in the beautiful surrounds of this lush utopia of unbridled urges. Sound like a place you wanna visit? Sharpen your pencils, for the next Dr Sketchy’s session at La La Land in Byron, titled The Gender Bender Agenda. Hosted by the glorious Mae Wilde in all her cross-dressing glory. Wednesday 13 May at 6.30pm.

LEARNING FROM NATURE

Knowledge of nature and nature of knowledge is the title for the next talk to be given at Byron Philo Café on Thursday. Mary Gardner, regular Echo writer and local biologist will ask, ‘What do we really know of nature? And what does this suggest about knowledge itself?’ Mary will present two central philosophies about nature itself. One is from a foundation story for western society from Genesis in the Bible. The other, from Hawaiian society. Both stories date from thousands of years ago. Two hundred and thirty-seven years ago, Hawaiians were performing the story as a ceremonial chant. They were met by Capt Cook and his crew, who sailed upon their islands during the festival. All those who enjoy her columns in The Echo will be eager to hear Mary explore important ideas about nature and related cultural practices. She will present some confronting questions about who holds and develops knowledge of nature. Who uses it? And exactly what is the nature of this knowledge?

MC MAE WILDE HEADS UP THE GENDER BENDER AGENDA ON WEDNESDAY FOR DR SKETCHY’S

HEADWATERS OPEN AT LONE GOAT

This is the moment of fruition for the long-anticipated solo exhibition by well-known local artist Rose McKinley. The exhibition is the result of Rose’s direct experience from living in the rainforest and rural Australia, and her observations, where her artwork features swimming holes and swingbridges, and merges the border between wilderness and farmland, native habitat and human settlement. Lone Goat Gallery presents Headwaters by Rose McKinley – opening Friday at 6pm and running until 27 May. Open 10–4pm daily.

His bizarre demonstrations highlight the incredible power of the human mind and the physical body, and are so unusual that they have baffled doctors and scientists around the globe. Witness The Space Cowboy draw pictures from people’s minds, bends spoons in their hands; see him swallow a 60cm glass neon tube and hear his heartbeat as his skin glows from the inside. You are invited to bring your own cutlery for The Space Cowboy to bend in your hand with no apparent physical force! Making international headlines and performing to sellout crowds, The Space Cowboy’s ‘mind bending’ show promises to do just that. This is one performance you will never forget. Byron Theatre, Saturday 3.30pm and 7pm. Book your tickets at the box office: 6685 6807 or online at www. byroncentre.com.au.

HOLD THAT SPACE! COWBOY IN DIVA DEMANDS! DEMAND! Owing to popular demand, two final Space Cowboy shows have been scheduled for Saturday at the Community Centre Theatre. Inspired by the great thinkers of the past and present in the field of psychological persuasion and mind-reading, The Space Cowboy performs some of the most direct and precise thought-reading demonstrations that can be found in the world today.

All welcome to join us at Luscious Foods, Arts and Industry Estate, Thursday 7 May, starting at 5.30pm. Food available, BYO and donation $5. THE SPACE COWBOY – SATURDAY 9 MAY 3.30PM AND 7PM AT BYRON THEATRE

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CHRISTA HUGHES PERFORMS CABARET DIVA AT NORPA, LISMORE CITY HALL, ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY

Christa Hughes (Machine Gun Fellatio, Circus Oz) takes us on an alcohol-drenched journey from the tingling buzz of that first elegant sip all the way through to the hair-of-the-dog hangover blues. Accompanied by pianist Leonie Cohen, they perform some of Christa’s own liquor-laced compositions as well as songs by Tom Waits, Memphis Slim, Cold Chisel, Dinah Washington and more. Come on in, wet your whistle and sink another with the Dive Bar Diva. Friday and Saturday at Lismore City Hall at 7pm with dinner from 6pm. Bookings to norpa.org.au or 1300 066 772.

GRETEL KILLEEN – FROM THE PROJECT TO ONSTAGE AT THE BYRON SERVICES CLUB WITH JACKIE LOEB AND MANDY NOLAN IN SEARCH FOR A G CHORD ON MONDAY 18 MAY

Congratulations to Amelia Ahern, winner of the Cabaret Diva ticket giveaway.

MY HONOUR!

The house is open and the reports are that this is one heck of a show – Honour – a bittersweet Australian play about the effect of time on a loving relationship between two creative and intelligent people. With emotionally heightened dialogue and the sort of one-liners you might expect from the cruelest of clowns, Honour will move you in ways that only the finest theatre can.

Featuring four talented local actors (Liz Chance, Aurea Morrisey, Aya Emery and Mike Russo) and directed by the very experienced Penny Irving. Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 5pm from 8 May to 17 May. Tickets ($20 & $15) are available online at www.drillhalltheatre. org.au or from The Bookshop, Mullumbimby. There are likely to be tickets available at the door but you should definitely book for the final weekend as these usually sell out.

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Lock up your liquor cabinets and drag out your glad rags! Two powerhouse divas – Christa Hughes and Bethan Ellsmore – are headed to NORPA for a double bill of songs, sassiness and subversive behaviour in Cabaret Diva. Frock up, people – this is going to be a wild night of fun! With the mesmerising voice of a mermaid wooing ships onto the rocks and a dash of 1920s bravado, singing sensation

TICKETS GIVEAWAY

To win a double pass ticket to see The Space Cowboy on Saturday 9 May and also receive a free subscription to Echonetdaily, email your name, phone number and postcode to e.comps@echo.net.au with the subject line ‘Space Cowboy 3.30pm’ or ‘Space Cowboy 7pm’.

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ARIES: As pressures and tensions from last month’s

Stars Scorpio full moon brought the chance to unravel mysteries and solve puzzles – now with Mercury in the sign of the super-chatty Twins, secrets will out…

troubling Uranus–Pluto face-off lessen, this week makes it easier to release recent disappointments – because dwelling on upsets only keeps them alive and thriving. The simplest, quickest way out of obsessive mind loops is to focus only on who and what you love. TAURUS: The merry month of May charges your personal new year with an invigorating boost of renewal that puts pep in your step and a smile on your dial. Others like what they see, are happy to help. It’s your time to shine, so get out there and wow the crowds. GEMINI: As Mercury moving into your talkative sign stimulates planning and discussion, opinions and ideas ignite like fireworks. Highly exciting, but requiring fine filtering to sort the mad from the bad from the keepers. Plus you’ll need mind-clearing downtime to meditate, vegetate, do whatever it takes to edit the input.

CANCER: This month’s emphasis on social and community groups kicks off with Monday’s full moon in your house of pleasure and creativity. Then gets even better when Venus crab-walks into your sign on Friday making blatant suggestions about nourishing, nurturing and indulgent pampering. Must be time for a touch of luxe…

LEO: While Leos have been known to approach life as performance art, this month needs you keeping it real. So moderate over-the-top emotions that will only aggravate difficult interactions, and remember the way you behave isn’t just for your own benefit: what you do affects everyone involved.

SAGITTARIUS: If mental-as-anything Mercury has you ardent Archers jumping to conclusions, making assumptions or over-thinking, the antidote’s patience, discrimination and resisting the temptation to embellish, expand, exaggerate or inflate during midweek’s gregarious Sagittarius moon. Forget about too much being just enough – less is way more successful this week.

CAPRICORN: Wordy Mercury talking for two turns this week’s people into verbal virtuosos, with your fine self either easily offended or perhaps upsetting others without realising. Differences of opinion need empathy and diplomacy, not rules and ultimatums. You’re an Earth sign – revel in this week’s festival of the senses.

VIRGO: With Venus and Mercury in smart, charming Virgo-compatible Gemini, this is a perfect peopleweek for schmoozing, networking, making new contacts. But with your social life in spin cycle try to avoid making snap decisions, because spur-of-the-moment choices may not be your best ones right now. LIBRA: If negotiations this week veer towards rigidly divisive then strive for compromise; it’s your forte, after all. The recent vivid cycle of socialising finally begins to wind down on Friday when your planet ruler Venus kicks off her heels and settles onto the Cancerian comfort couch for a mandatory break.

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SCORPIO: After annual full moon in Scorpio’s strong responses to issues around honesty and loyalty, now it’s time to balance this intense energy by factoring in fun time with upbeat friends and loved ones to celebrate the flirtatious, playful side of life and savour its sumptuous smorgasbord of earthy delights.

AQUARIUS: This month’s about money, honey. Firstly, how to get it: With Venus in flirty Gemini you’re alarmingly charming and your own best PR person. Secondly, how to manage it: Put sensible budget cuts in place, revamp financial plans. Finally, how to spend it: Just kidding… as if you need encouraging.

PISCES: If early-week full moon in deep-water Scorpio moved some people to breakthrough point, you may have to be patient with moody or dramatic reactions. Agile Mercury’s brimming with stimulating ideas and exciting options, from which this week asks you to choose the least stressful, most enjoyable.

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Culture

VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE AT THE PALACE

London theatre critics have been totally unanimous in their praise for the latest National Theatre Live production, Arthur Miller’s A View From the Bridge. With a stellar cast led by Mark Strong (The Imitation Game; Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy) the Young Vic production was declared the top theatre pick of 2014 by the Evening Standard: ‘5 stars… magnetic, electrifying, and astonishingly good’; The Guardian: ‘A forceful production of visual brilliance. Five stars’; and The Independent: ‘Emotionally devastating. Unforgettable. 5 stars’. The great Arthur Miller confronts the American Dream in this dark and passionate tale. In Brooklyn, longshoreman Eddie Carbone welcomes his Sicilian cousins to the land of freedom. But when one of them falls for his beautiful niece, they discover that freedom comes at a price. Eddie’s jealous mistrust exposes a deep, unspeakable secret – one that drives him to commit the ultimate betrayal. The visionary Ivo van Hove directs this stunning production of Miller’s tragic masterpiece, captured live at London’s West End. A View From The Bridge screens at Palace Byron Bay Cinema at 1pm on Saturday and 12.30 on Monday.

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SWAN LAKE ON SCREEN

The greatest of all romantic ballets and the first inspiration for many aspiring young dancers, Swan Lake is the timeless story of good against evil. Set to an enchanting score by Pyotr Il’yich Tchaikovsky, the ballet tells the now-famous story of Prince Siegfried and the Swan Queen Odette. The Royal Ballet’s production of Swan Lake was captured live at Covent Garden in March this year for screening in cinemas worldwide. Anthony Dowell’s glorious interpretation draws upon the opulence of 1890s Russia: dramatic costumes emphasise the contrast between human and spirit worlds, while glowing lanterns, shimmering fabrics and designs inspired by the work of Peter Carl Fabergé create a magical setting. The Royal Ballet’s Swan Lake screens at Palace Byron Bay Cinema at 1pm on Sunday and 12.30pm on Monday. Tickets $15–24 available now at Palace box office or online at www.palacecinemas.com.au.

A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE – NATIONAL THEATRE PRODUCTION, SCREENS AT PALACE BYRON BAY

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SUNDAY

If you missed this when it screened earlier this year at the Byron Bay International Film Festival, try to catch it at the Pighouse. A gentle but provocative study of love in the twentyfirst century (has it ever changed?), it provides precious respite from the bombast and bellicose bunk that distributors so constantly dole out to us country hicks (could we not have coped with Leviathan?).

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Charlie (Dustin Clare) is a fairly typical Aussie bloke – full of himself but not quite a yob, smart but not exactly a Renaissance Man either. He has flown to New Zealand to visit his ex, Eve (Camille Keenan), whom he has made pregnant. She is seeking companionship, but not at any cost and will not bow to the worn-out expectations of the patriarchy. The couple has some serious issues to deal with, not the least of which is whether they might have a future together. Michelle Joy Lloyd’s movie is set in Christchurch, a city ruined by earthquake, but with its heart still beating. The metaphor is clear enough as Charlie and Eve tentatively explore what is left of their relationship, deciding whether it too might be re-built, and coming to an understanding of the give and take that underpins all human interactions. Charlie at first seems not worth the effort that Eve is making

for him – his recalcitrance is boosted by ego and a commitment to the job that regularly sends him to far-flung locations. Eve tells him that she has begun seeing another guy, Stephan (Jacob Tomuri), and the news drives a wedge of boyish jealousy into Charlie’s veneer. The simplicity of the story – and there really is not a lot to it – demands performances that will encourage you to at first be interested and then to care. Both Clare and Keenan deliver without stretching it, and before long you find yourself watching a film that is actually centred on the common travails of identifiable people. Sweet and sour, with a beautifully fateful ending.

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UNFRIENDED

There is not likely to be anybody out there who hasn’t, at one time or another, posted something on the internet that they wish they didn’t. The repercussions can be traumatic – particularly among young people who are at a time of life when the need to belong to a group often leads to ganging up on individuals who might make fools of themselves in moments of weakness or foolishness. Humiliated by a drunken incident that was uploaded to YouTube, Laura Bains committed suicide. Twelve months later her ghost has returned – through cyberspace – to take revenge on those Fresno school friends responsible making her disgrace public. If ever there was a movie for the Zeitgeist, this is it – and it is unlike any that I have seen before. Six teenagers – three boys, three girls – hook up one night to exchange goss and music and whatever it is that teenagers do. What follows is in real time, presented via the

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laptop screens that the kids are simultaneously communicating on, through Skype, Facebook, Spotify, email etc. The main character is Blaire (Shelley Hennig), and the reference to The Blair Witch Project is obvious and intended, for we are meant to see this as a film without artifice or external participation. And thanks to the invisible editing of Parker Laramie and Andrew Wesman, it works brilliantly. Initially, especially for an older viewer, it takes a little while to adjust to the format, but we’re all attuned now, like Pavlov’s dog, to our computers’ prompts, so the eye quickly picks up the flow. Stripped of its ingenious MO, the story is basically a whodunnit with a bit of horror thrown in as unseen death, in the form of an online presence called ‘billie227’, stalks the ‘users’. Director Levan Gabriadze and writer Nelson Greaves also pose pertinent questions about the new reality to which we are becoming accustomed, with its secrets and lies and, notwithstanding the boastful claim of opening up the world, its sinister opacity. It’s true – the medium is the message.

CLOSING NIGHT THU

SPANISH FILM FEST (NO FREE TIX) WED 6.30 - CIUDAD DELIRIO (18+) THU 7.00 - WILD TALES (CTC) THE DIVERGENT SERIES: INSURGENT (M) Wed 6 4.10pm HOME (PG) Wed 6 11.15am SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE (G) Wed 6 10.00am A ROYAL NIGHT OUT (M) (NO FREE TIX) Previews Fri/Sun 4.30 Sat 4.00pm NT LIVE: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE (CTC) (NO FREE TIX) Sat 1.00pm Mon 12.30pm ROYAL BALLET: SWAN LAKE (CTC) (NO FREE TIX) Sun 1.00 Wed 13 11.00 AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON (M) (NO FREE TIX) Wed 6 1.20, 3.40, 6.40, 8.45pm Thu 11.10, 1.20, 3.20, 8.30pm Fri 10.40, 3.45, 6.30, 9.00 Sat 10.10, 6.15, 8.50 Sun 10.10, 4.20, 6.30, 9.00 Mon 9.40, 3.20, 6.30, 8.30pm Tue 10.30, 3.45, 6.30, 8.30pm Wed 13 10.00, 12.50, 6.30, 8.30pm Enjoy our licensed bar

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THURSDAY 7 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON KARNIVOOL, CAIRO KNIFE FIGHT RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM DAN HANNAFORD BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8.30PM DALLAS JAMES & ANTHONY GEORGE COCOMANGAS, BYRON DJ JIMMY D WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ NERY TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 7.30PM JOSH RENNIEHYNES

LONE GOAT GALLERY, BYRON 6PM HEADWATERS EXHIBITION OPENING TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 7.30PM THE BELLOWS PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 6.30PM GUY KACHEL BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM TROMBONE KELLIE BRUNSWICK HOTEL 7PM BILL JACOBI MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM KRAPPYOKEE DRILL HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM HONOUR BILLINUDGEL HOTEL 8PM MICK BUCKLEY

LUSCIOUS, BYRON A&I 5.30PM PHILO CAFE W MARY GARDNER PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 6.30PM TOBY BRUNSWICK HOTEL 7PM SIMON MEOLA COURT HOUSE HOTEL, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM OPEN MIC COMEDY WITH MANDY NOLAN & FRIENDS MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 7.30PM JAM NIGHT TATTS HOTEL, LISMORE 6.30PM ACID BLEED

FRIDAY 8 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON TIMBERWOLF, KITE MACHINE, KYLE LIONHART, DJ TAYA MILLS RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM TOBY BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 5PM JON J BRADLEY 9PM BOOM FYAH STRIKES BACK

LENNOX HOTEL 9.30PM THE SWAMP STOMPERS THE WHARF, BALLINA 7.30PM MARSHALL O’KELL

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BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE 3.30PM & 7PM THE SPACE COWBOY PALACE CINEMA, BYRON 1PM A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE COCOMANGAS, BYRON DJ JIMMY D & DJ QC GINGER PIG, BYRON 8PM DJ BANGO

LISMORE CITY HALL 8PM CABARET DIVA W CHRISTA HUGHES

BRUNSWICK HOTEL 7PM KYLE LIONHART & ZIGGY ALBERTS

RICHMOND HOTEL, LISMORE 9.30PM ROGUES GALLERY TATTS HOTEL, LISMORE 8PM HAND OF MERCY, SEABOUND, SHE CRIES WOLF CHINDERAH TAVERN 6PM NICKY CONVINE

SAFE LEARNER DRIVER COURSE @ THE YAC Thursday 14 May – 4.30 to 7.30pm For more details contact Stefﬁe on 6685 7777 or info@bys.org.au or book online www.bys.org.au

WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ SANCHEZ

SLIPWAY HOTEL, BALLINA 7.30PM ADAM BROWN THE WHARF, BALLINA 7.30PM TOKE SHEOAK SHACK, FINGAL HEAD 6PM SIERRA LEONE BOOK PROJECT FUNDRAISER WITH MANIE SHIKA LISMORE CITY HALL 8PM CABARET DIVA W CHRISTA HUGHES RICHMOND HOTEL, LISMORE 9.30PM THE RAILWAY SLEEPERS LISMORE CITY BOWLING CLUB 9.30PM ELECTRIC AVENUE, SI CLONE, DJ ROGER

BYRON THEATRE 6.30PM CHARLIE’S COUNTRY & ROLF DE HEER

CLUB LENNOX 4PM LEE HASLAU

COCOMANGAS, BYRON DJ JIMMY D

LENNOX HOTEL 9.30PM ADAM BROWN

GINGER PIG, BYRON 8.30PM DJ YOLANDA & DJ XFAKTA

BALLINA RSL 8.30PM JOHN DENVER STORY WITH RICK PRICE

WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ SANCHEZ

THE WHARF, BALLINA 7.30PM SARAH GRANT

BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM BRACKETS OPEN MIC

WEDNESDAY 13

PHOENIX RISING, NIMBIN 12PM MONKEY & THE FISH CHINDERAH TAVERN 6PM DAVE CAVANAGH

RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM JOSH LEE HAMILTON

PHOENIX RISING, NIMBIN 12PM CRUISE BROTHERS

BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8PM MUSICAL BINGO

SUNDAY 10

POTTSVILLE SPORTS CLUB BLUES STOMP HOLDING CO

BYRON BREWERY 7.30PM OPEN MIC

FEDERAL HALL 8PM ALMOST FAMOUS

RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 6.30PM KIARA JACK & THE JILLS BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 4.30PM SOUL’D 8PM KLP & YOUNG FRANCO

PACIFIC HOTEL, YAMBA 1PM ADAM BROWN

MONDAY 11 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON THE FIRE TREE

COCOMANGAS, BYRON DJ JIMMY D WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ NERY LA LA LAND, BYRON THE GENDER BENDER AGENDA

BYRON AT BYRON JOSH BOYD

RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM JON J BRADLEY

DRILL HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM HONOUR

PALACE CINEMA, BYRON 1PM SWAN LAKE

PALACE CINEMA, BYRON 12.30PM SWAN LAKE

COURT HOUSE HOTEL, MULLUMBIMBY 6.30PM THE BEATLES UKE NIGHT WITH RAKU O’GAIA, GUY KACHEL, FIONA KNIGHT

LENNOX HOTEL 9.30PM LATE FOR WOODSTOCK

TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 2.30PM FUNDAY DJS

GINGER PIG, BYRON 8.30PM BOOM FAYA

BALLINA HOTEL 6PM OPEN MIC

LOOKING FOR A NIGHT OUT?

WHAT’S ON + The Space Cowboy Saturday 9 May, 3.30pm & 7pm Tickets: $25 | $20 Conc | $15 for Child U15 (3.30pm show only)

An evening with Charlie’s Country and Rolf de Heer presented by Northern Rivers

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Screenworks Tues12 May, 6.30pm. Tickets: Full $25 | Conc & S’works Memb. $18 (Rated 15+)

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Adults $38 | Conc $30. This production contains nudity and adult themes.

Blue Love Presented by Shaun Parker & Co Thursday 14 May, 8pm. Tickets:

A Sacred Journey Through Music with Carmella Baynie and Yantra de Vilder Saturday 16 May, 8pm (Doors 7.30pm) Tickets: $25 | $20

Colin Hay LIVE Proudly Presented by Duet Group Sunday 17 May, 7pm Tickets: $59 (16+)

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS

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BILLINUDGEL HOTEL 3PM WILSON COOPER BAND

CHILLINGHAM MARKETS 10AM SCOTTY MARRIOTT & CHILLINGHAM BELLYDANCERS

POTTSVILLE SPORTS CLUB BILL JACOBI

2-day course for young people aged 13–18 Saturday 6 & Monday 8 June 10am–3.30pm Contact Rosalie on 0431 524 044

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BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 7.30PM OPEN MIC

LISMORE WORKERS CLUB 7.30PM AARON WEST BAND WITH JIM KELLY

Free 8-week course. Commencing Tuesday 14 July 5.30–7.30pm Contact Rosalie: 0431 524 044 to book a place

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RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM SLIM PICKENS

LISMORE WORKERS CLUB 1.30PM SHARNY RUSSELL & ELIZABETH LORD

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GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON MARSHALL O’KELL

ELTHAM HOTEL 1PM CHRIS ARONSTEN

GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON OOZ

MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY 7.30PM OCCAROCK

DRILL HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 8PM HONOUR

TUESDAY 12

BANGALOW BOWLS CLUB 6.30PM NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA

DOMA CAFE, FEDERAL 12PM GABY BOGART

LULU’S, MULLUMBIMBY 11AM GAIR

DOMA CAFE, FEDERAL 12PM GAIR

WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ NERY

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Workshops, Training, Conferences & Functions

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2 – 100 people

Box ofﬁce hours: 10 am – 3.30 pm

Facilities: Wi-ﬁ, Projector, Whiteboard, Air-con Phone 6685 6807

May

BYRON GIRLS’ GROUP 12–18

BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 9PM DJ DISCROW

LISMORE WORKERS CLUB 8PM THE MCCLYMONTS

COOLANGATTA SANDS HOTEL 8.30PM STEPHEN LOVELIGHT

Contact Stefﬁe at Stephanie@bys.org.au

RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM BOSSY BIG HEART

BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM CONSPIRACY OF ONE

WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ SUPAMAORIFULLA

Tuesday 19 May 4 to 7pm Ages between15 and 24

GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON CHESTA HEDRON, THIS OLD SUNN, SUNROSE, DJ SAMMOND

PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 6.30PM PASANDO

COOLANGATTA HOTEL KARNIVOOL

BARISTA COURSE

SATURDAY 9

TYAGARAH SWAMP 12PM LUMINOUS EGG & GOLDEN SHIELD ORCHESTRA

ELTHAM HOTEL 7PM JAEDEN OGSTON

GINGER PIG, BYRON 8.30PM DJ NUTZO

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BRUNSWICK HOTEL 4PM LATE FOR WOODSTOCK

TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 7.30PM LITTLE GEORGIA

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TINTENBAR HALL 7.30PM TINTENBAR UP FRONT WITH THE ROUS UNPLUGGERS, SKYE MCKENNY & MORE

TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 8.30PM JOHN DENVER STORY WITH RICK PRICE

Every Friday night at the YAC

BANGALOW HOTEL 3PM SUNDAZE SESSION

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Landscape Design ..........................31 Landscaping .....................................31 Lawnmower Repairs .....................32 Lighting ...............................................32 Locksmith ...........................................32 Motoring .............................................32 Osteopathy ........................................32 Painting ...............................................32 Pest Control .......................................32 Photography .....................................32 Physiotherapy ..................................32 Picture Framing ...............................32 Plastering ...........................................32 Plumbers .............................................32 Printer Toners & Cartridges .......32 Printing & Copying Services .....32 Removalists .......................................32 Roofing ................................................32 Rubbish Removal............................32 Sand & Gravel ...................................32 Scrap Metal Merchants ................33 Security Services.............................33 Septic Systems .................................33 Sewing & Alterations ..........................33 Sewing Machine Sales & Service ...33 Solar Installation ............................33 Swimming Pools .............................33 Television Services.........................33 Tiling .....................................................33 Travel ....................................................33 Tree Services .....................................33 Upholstery .........................................33 Valuers .................................................33 Veterinary Surgeons .....................33 Video Production ...........................33 Water Filters ......................................33 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning ...33 Web Design Services.....................33 Window Tinting ...............................33

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INDEX Accountants ......................................29 Acupuncture .....................................29 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 29 Antennas & Installation ..............29 Appliance Repair ............................29 Architects............................................29 Audio Production ...........................29 Audio Visual & IT .............................29 Bathroom Renovations ...............29 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters.29 Building Trades ................................29 Business Brokers .............................29 Carpet Cleaning...............................29 Chimney Sweep ...............................30 Chiropractic .......................................30 Cleaning ..............................................30 Computer Services.........................30 Concreting & Paving .....................30 Counselling........................................30 Decks, Patios & Extensions ........30 Dentists................................................30 Design & Drafting...........................30 Driveway Maintenance................30 Earthmoving & Excavation ........30 Electricians.........................................30 Fencing ................................................31 Flooring ...............................................31 Floor Sanding & Polishing .........31 Garage Doors .............................................31 Garden & Property Maintenance .31 Garden Design .................................31 Gas Suppliers.......................................31 Glaziers ................................................31 Guttering ............................................31 Hair & Beauty....................................31 Handypersons ..................................31 Health ...................................................31 Hire ........................................................31 Hot Water Systems .........................31 Interior Design .................................31 Ironing..................................................31 Kitchens ...............................................31

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David Levine iwireantennas.com.au

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0422 668 582

SERVICING BYRON BAY & SURROUNDING AREAS

APPLIANCE REPAIR DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas .........66843575 or 0414 922786 BYRON ELECTRONICS Repairs to TV/Audio. 1/25 Brigantine Street, Byron Bay.................66857610

ARCHITECTS

JOSE DO Sustainable Architecture. Reg. 7647. www.josedoarchitect.com....................0424 062096 BUILDER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C............0415 793242 GRAEME BARR ARCHITECTS Reg 4244. www.graemebarr.com .......................................66877973 CARPENTRY/JOINERY Renos, kitchens, bthrms, small jobs. Lic 157823C. Paul .... 0423 658885 or 66845273

AUDIO PRODUCTION

FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C.........................66808162

AUDIO & VIDEO RECORDING & Live production, crystalgrid.com.au .........................0421 661910

AUDIO VISUAL & IT

CARPENTER Insured & qualified. Homes, extensions, decks, free quotes. Lic 231104C......... 0431 674377

MOBILE IT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; HIFI â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A/V â&#x20AC;&#x201C; home technology support www.tech-rescue.com.au ......0419 996606

STONEYS BUILDING CREATIONS Lic 268404C..........................................Phone Dave 0417 654888 BRICKLAYING, RENDERING, SWIMING POOLS 30 years exp. Lic 170432C.................0423 378573 BUILDER CARPENTER Extensions, renos, new homes, insurance, all jobs. Lic 19953Q ...... 0403 458177

modern bathroom renovations

DESIGN + CONSTRUCT 20 years experience PH: 0410 788 420 Lic No. 239514C

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BUILDER/CARPENTER Decks, pergolas, extensions, renos. Hourly rate. Lic 123672C..Stu 66802224

BUSINESS BROKERS BBL BUSINESS SALES www.bblbusinesssales.com.au .........................................Paul 0403 584646

CARPET CLEANING

TLC

Truck Mounted Machine

CARPET CLEANING

TENDER LOVING CARE Specialising in household carpet cleaning Speedy Drying

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

0408 232 066

ACUPUNCTURE & Cupping Therapy. Byron Bay, mobile service available .....................0409 366996

RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141 ...............................................0487 264137

BUILDER CARPENTER DP Construction Building Solutions. All jobs. Lic 236035C ........0427 849445 rbacarpentry.com.au New & reno work, decks & pergolas. Lic No 243918C ..............0407 330326

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

PHIL JOHNSTON at Muscle N Bones, 2/20 Brigantine St, A&I Est, Byron Bay ................0452 588933

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STAINLESS WIRE BALUSTRADING Supplies and installation................66809409 or 0419 758821 BUILDER/CARPENTER Peter Bergin. Renos & maintenance. Lic 147887C....................0432 060110

BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS

COOLMAN AIR CONDITIONING 23 years experience. Lic 178464C AU30147 .............0412 641753

BUILDER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS Peter Alexander. Lic 177579C ....................0417 499023 BRICKLAYER Quality work, reasonable quotes. Lic 164155C..................0437 135483 or 66849102

MAGIC RENOVATIONS Bathrooms, laundries, cabinets, tiling & painting.....................0404 893404

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

Mat Wood Mattnnikki@bigpond.com

DINGO DEMOLITIONS & ASBESTOS REMOVAL ................................66834008 or 0407 728998

BLUEDOLPHINBATHROOMS.COM.AU Lic 105283C ..................................................0405 148536

ACUPUNCTURE Chinese herbs, 27 years experience. Mullumbimby. Debbie ................0412 242919

0438 139 938

Dukewood Homes

FRANK STEWART ARCHITECT Reg. 6075. www.frankstewart.com.au ...........................66856984 CARPENTER All jobs. Michael Dow. Lic 147675C ...................................66291169 or 0412 967677

COMPLETE BATHROOM RENOVATIONS Peter Alexander. Lic 177579C......................0417 499023

JAMIE BELLAMY Wellness in the heart of Mullumbimby..............................................0432 034202

â&#x20AC;˘ Quality Built Homes â&#x20AC;˘ Renovations â&#x20AC;˘ Extensions â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Hands-Onâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Builder

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ACUPUNCTURE

ACUPUNCTURE Mullumbimby & Bangalow. Mary-Ellen Young ....................................0403 477972

â&#x20AC;˘ Fencing â&#x20AC;˘ Decking â&#x20AC;˘ Structural Pine & Hardwood â&#x20AC;˘ Landscaping Timber â&#x20AC;˘ Logs & Sleepers â&#x20AC;˘ Lattice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Privacy Screens â&#x20AC;˘ Alternative Treated timbers for Vegie Gardens & Playgrounds

Friendly & Reliable

ACCOUNTANT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MARTIN McCARTHY ...............................................................................66874026

ACUPUNCTURE www.marlenefarry.com Facial rejuvenation, general practice ................66842400

0408 740 480 / 07 5590 5696

JP DIGITAL ANTENNAS Reception problems, new antennas, extra TV points, all areas ....0432 289705

Quickbooks, MYOB, Xero etc. ATO Registered. Phone Edward .........................................0423 763053

ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE M Collis .................................................66842559

STAIRS

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL OPEN / CLOSED RISERS

YOUR DIGITAL AND PROGRAMMING SOLUTIONS

ACCOUNTING / BOOKKEEPING GST. BAS Accounts set up & advice.

BOOKKEEPER 20 yrs experience, city professional, BAS & all areas accounting. Nea ....0417 660793

JACK MANTLE

ANTENNAS PLUS

ACCOUNTANT BOOKKEEPER Your first choice for small business.

BOOKKEEPER Xero, MYOB. Lismore-Ballina-Byron area.....................................................66291830

ARCHITECTURAL TIMBERS

Ph 6686 7911 Fax 6686 9047 admin@bbtimbers.com.au www.bbtimbers.com.au 110 Teven Road, Ballina

ACCOUNTANT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; BANGALOW Hudson Accounting Services .............................................66872960

BOOKKEEPING MYOB, Reckon, online, ATO Reg. Annette .............................................0419 627506

BUILDING TRADES

â&#x20AC;˘ FAST SERVICE â&#x20AC;˘

ACCOUNTANTS

Registered tax agent, affordable, BAS & tax returns. ...............................................Gail 0401 884231

DESIGN IT SOFT FURNISHINGS Curtains, blinds & bedheads............................Jane 0432 549953

DIGITAL TV EXPERTS

0401 190 960

SHUTTERS

www.bestblinds.com.au â&#x20AC;˘ info@bestblinds.com.au

*conditions apply

OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au .............................................66855001

ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry .............................................................................................66847415

AWNINGS

Ballina 6681 3313 â&#x20AC;˘ Byron Bay 6680 3313

Lic. No. 270262C

DISPLAY ADS: $63 per week for colour display ad. Minimum 8 week booking 4 weeks prepaid.

Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours Commercial / Domestic / Insurance

CARPET, UPHOLSTERY & more. No chemicals. www.mintsteamclean.com................0425 707687 6KRZURRP 2SHQ 0RQ )UL SP &HQWHQQLDO &W %\URQ %D\

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APEX CARPET CLEANING www.apexcarpetcleaning.com.au ........................ Nathan 0412 926441 HEALTH PROTECT INTERNATIONAL ............................................................................0408 540467 AMORE CARPET CLEANING & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING .................66807721 or 0429 726999

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DI’S CLEANING SERVICE Quality & efficient. O.Sh, SGB, NB, Mullum & surrounds .......0414 408723 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au...............0423 531448

CHIMNEY SWEEP

DETAILED CLEANING Natural products. Please call 8am-6pm......................................0410 723601 SPACIAL ART Houses and small space design................................................................0429 989839

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION & REPAIRS BE WISE • BE SAFE

Su p BEST H T EW OOD

FIRinEthe Shire

6688 4375 • 0405 350 682

BLACK’S FIREPLACE INSTALLATIONS (3rd gen.) AHHA member, Insured, 20 yrs exp ..... 66771905

CHIROPRACTIC

DOWNUNDER CLEANING Bond & builders cleans. General cleans & windows ............0438 015037 FULL CIRCLE Window & Pressure cleaning. Call Oliver (new business)..........................0419 789600 CLEANING I’m experienced with an eye for detail .........................................................0434 515016 BYRON HOME CLEANING Brunswick to Ballina & inland towns. $30ph ..............Holly 0451 102239

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

EARTHMOVING ROADWORKS • PLANT HIRE

MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC Massage, chiropractic & fitness. 110 Dalley St........................66841028

ALL JOBS BIG AND SMALL 30 years in local area • Free quotes Phone Dick 6687 8418 / 0412 831 944

BYRON BAY CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE Bruce Campbell. 1/12 Tasman Way, A&I Estate ...66858159 CAPE BYRON HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC Shane Eade. 6/14 Middleton St ....................0467 660323 MARVELL ST CHIROPRACTIC Lindon Garske www.marvellstchiropractic.com.au ...........66857771

CLEANING

02 6684 6235

ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

info@mullummac.com www.mullummac.com

61 Stuart St Mullumbimby

• 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

FREE QUOTES FREECALL 1800 683 838 MOBILE 0419 677 991 cmhwindows@gmail.com COMMERCIAL, DOMESTIC, SHOPS & REAL ESTATE FULLY INSURED

RAZZLE DAZZLE Professional Window Cleaning • Byron Bay Residential • Retail • Commercial OHS, insured, police clearance cert. Daz Grant

0400 479 811

dgrant@razzledazzlewindows.biz • www.razzledazzlewindows.biz

Byron Eco Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing

Call Steven Butturini

COMPUTER SERVICES

MICHAEL SCHWAGER & SHAUN CASHMAN Chiropractors 108 Stuart St, Mullum ........66841962

&2%% 15/4%3 %NVIRONMENTALLY AWARE NO CHEMICALS MINIMAL WATER USE 0HONE *ON ON

0418 156 909

ALL CLEAN NORTHERN RIVERS Holiday let, bond & cleaning .....................................0427 600047

WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman .66858553

%XTE HOUSE RIOR W WIN ASH CLEAN DOW

CARPARK & DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE CONCRETE EDGING

HOLISTIC CLEANING Mullum town. Reliable & thorough. Call Dwari ...........................0435 836947

BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay .............................66855282

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DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE

TINY EARTHWOR Philip Toovey 0409 799 909 ph/fax 02 6684 3208 various implements available for limited access projects A NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65HP chain trencher, 1.7 tonne excavator, tipper.0402 716857

All Mac Repairs, Upgrades, Service, Data Recovery, Internet Set-up, Hardware Sales, Insurance Claims SaulMordaunt@macdoc.net.au

0411 562 111 s

BYRON BAY BOBCAT & MINI EXCAVATOR All areas ..............................................Ian 0412 853479 EXCAVATOR & TIPPER HIRE Honest & reliable .............................................................0431 678130 ROAD CONSTRUCTION Excavators, rollers, grader & truck hire .....................................0418 665905

Apple Certified Support

RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ....................................................................66844335

BRUNSWICK BOBCAT HIRE Good rates, very experienced operator Ilan......................0414 300012 MINI EXCAVATOR / POSITRAC COMBO & tipper hire. Ph Andrew.........0401 968173 or 66841424

ELECTRICIANS

NERDWORKS Computer repairs, mobile technician ...............................66846276 or 0413 379514

CONCRETING & PAVING

24 HOUR SERVICE

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

0439 624 945

Domestic Commercial

PLATINUM CONCRETE 20 years experience. Lic 225874C ........................ Justin Myers 0458 773788

COUNSELLING PETER FOX Couple Therapy & Marriage Intensives. coupletherapyaustralia.com ...............66840469

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

JAMIE 0408 809 817 licence no. 201775c

Inspire your lifestyle 0458 267 777

Lic. 211410C

Call Samuel on 6680 9123 or 0434 539 979. Byron Local for over 30 years.

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

PRESSURE CLEANING Bring back that WOW factor into your home!

SPECIAL STARTING FROM $88 MOBILE AUTO DETAILING Standard Wash to Full Detail Cars, Utes, Trucks, Motor Homes

Seniors 10% discount

• driveways • roofs • gutters • rock walls • house wash • tennis courts & all surfaces Mould treatment & prevention. Insured.

Mike Laditan 0449 175 732

info@rockservices.com.au www.rockservices.com.au ACN 169 810 762

All Jobs Small or Large

DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

JUSTINE BUCKLEY Relationships, mindfulness, compassion. www.muditaclinic.com ......66846090

Environmentally Friendly, WIndows, Screens, Housewashing, Gutters, Paths and Driveways. FREE QUOTES. happy to work weekends!

Window Cleaning Professionals

02 66 804 173 Lic: 154293c

• Avoid dangerous chimney ﬁres • Improve ﬁreplace performance

plier of

QUALITY HOUSEKEEPING Cleaning & de-cluttering ............................................Julie 0410 799686

change the way

Ballina, Lismore, Casino, Byron Bay

1300 7726 5463

Inspire your lifestyle Eastcoast Building & Renovations BLN 250287C

BYRON BAY FLOOR SANDING For a free quote phone Chris ....................................... 0408 536565\ DECK & TIMBER SOLUTIONS Free quotes. See localdirectories.com.au for profile .......0410 062493 THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refinishing, Cable balustrading. Free quotes....Richard 0407 821690 DECKS AND PERGOLAS Hardwood, pine, composites. Byron/Gold Coast. Robbie ........0409 244424 FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Oiled timber & deck maintenance (new business) ...........0419 789600 BUILDER/CARPENTER Decks, pergolas, small jobs. Hourly rate. Lic 123672C .............Stu 66802224

DENTISTS

ELECTRICAL PHONE TV

Lic. No.

212742C Friendly & helpful Clean & tidy On time Over 30 years experience Rapid response 24/7 service

Please call Blair Rankin on

electrical

SERVICES PTY LTD

0432 331 633 for details

‘We will not compromise on your safety’

1300 639 843 ELECTRICAL INSTALLS AND UPGRADES APPLIANCE INSTALLS AND REPAIRS AIR-CONDITIONING INSTALLS AND SERVICES

Lic No. 262667C

THE ORIGINAL CHIMNEY SWEEP YOUR CHIMNEY NEEDS TO BE CLEANED ONCE A YEAR!

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BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE ......................................................................66851264 COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .........................0439 624945 or 66804173 BANGALOW DENTAL In the Medical Centre Complex, Bangalow .....................................66872766 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 ........................................................0429 802355 SHORES DENTAL Dr Shaun Goh & Dr Richard Conn. Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores....................66803477 HALLMARK ELECTRICAL Domestic, small job specialist. Lic EC41467 ..........................0407 416575 LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRICAL BYRON BAY Your friendly electrician Lic 233440C ............0450 631183 GAVIN STUART & MARTIN ACKLAND Banora Seaview Dental, Banora Point 30 mins north of Ewingsdale. Open Sat. early & late appointments ..............................07 55234090 BYRON BAY ELECTRICAL Geoff Bensley. Lic EC 34079 ..................................................0427 857824 LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 CIRCUITS PLUS For everything electrical. Friendly & professional. Lic 201844C ...........0422 668582

MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby ............................................................66842644 SUNSHINE ELECTRICAL SERVICES NSW Competetively Priced. Quality Work. Lic 116938C .0416 043414 WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING Professional work. Free quotes. Ph Steve .............0421 797210 JP ELECTRICAL All electrical + Level 2 service provider. Lic 133082C ...........................0432 289705 CLEAN AS IT’S BEEN TEAM Home, Bond back, anytime, references..................................66882372

DESIGN & DRAFTING

CHRIS APPEL. Ocean Shores. Lic EC 22349 ....................................................................0422 607444

DONE & DUSTED CLEANING Going the extra mile, professional, dependable .............0498 731447 BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com .........Bob Acton 0407 787993 JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C.............0415 126028 GREEN ROCKET CLEANERS Bond, office, builders clean, window cleaning................0405 437431 DAVID ROBINSON DRAFTING Renovation, design & plans........................................0419 880048 RIC VESSIERE ELECTRICAL Lic 223948C Quality work, affordable rates .....0407 588181 or 66771195

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Service Directory FENCING

HAIR & BEAUTY

fully insured

BEACH HOUSE HAIR SALON Professional cut & colour, home salon, wedding stylist. Jay.... 0438 870923

POOLSAFE GLASS FENCING GLASS & ALUMINIUM POOL FENCING PROFESSIONALS 0499 178 297 psgfencingnsw@gmail.com

acreage mowing acreage mowing

&& maintanence maintenance

ALLURE BODY WAXING Suffolk Park ............................................................................0403 417508

• acreage mowing • brush cutting / edging • light chainsaw work • weed control • tip runs • green waste removal

6684 0201 – 0427 176 771

PROPER JOB BOB For All Your Property Maintenance Needs

BEDNARZ, H & W, FENCING Specialise in pool, Colorbond & timber fencing .............0417 491136

* Pressure Cleaning * Rubbish Removal * Property Detailing

BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes .....66804766 or 0416 424256 E.D.L. FENCING Installations & repairs, prompt service .........................66771852 or 0432 107262

Call Bob on 0424 982 935

HOMESTEAD FENCING Since 1995. Glass & aluminium pool fencing specialists. Lic 227674C .66222886

A TO Z HANDYMAN SERVICES Tip runs, pressure cleaning, gardening, odd jobs ...Andre 66847553 or 0439 495247

byronbaybrushfencing.com.au New & repairs ................................................Dave 0419 692155

GARDEN CLEANUP SPECIALISTS

FLOORING

HANDYPERSONS

CAPE BYRON PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Thomas Scott. Lic 275094C .....................0418 600576 MULLUM HANDYMAN Maintenance, repairs, painting, tip runs, gardening ...............0424 954388 A.S.A.P. HANDYMAN SERVICES Timber, painting, plastering, showers, reliable..........0405 625697

Flooring by Wallaces • COMPLETE FLOORING SOLUTIONS • TIMBER BAMBOO LAMINATE VINYL • PORCELAIN & CERAMIC TILES • CARPET • FLOORSANDING • DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

12/70 Centennial Cct, Byron Bay | 6685 5503

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

BYRON BAY FLOOR SANDING • Free Quotes • Quality Workmanship • Supply & Install Boral Solid Timber Floors • Locally Owned And Operated • Specialty Timber Finishes • All Eco-Friendly Coatings

0408 536 565 proud member of TIMBER FLOOR SPECIALIST

SERVICING ALL AREAS

0420 528 373

DARRIN THE HANDYMAN Long time local, prompt friendly service, 30 yrs exp...........0427 641804

TOTAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE – CALL BEN 0411 631 655

RELIABLE HANDYMAN SERVICES Michael ...........................................66844970 or 0405 325569

extremeperfection.com.au eptotalpropertymaintenance@gmail.com

GREG’S HANDYMAN SERVICE No job too small, free quotes........................................0414 109595

MULLUM-MOWING@mullumonline.net. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage.........Peter 0423 756394 LITTLE ANT Complete property maintenance, handyman, lawnmowing .....................0437 799811 GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured ..66841778 or 0405 922839 AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic...............................Wayne 0423 218417 A TO Z GARDEN SERVICES Lawns, acreage, hedges, clear ups, gutters, tip runs ..........0405 625697 A.C.E. LAWNMOWING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed ...............Sam 0438 655763 or 66859754 ABSOLUTE GARDEN WASTE REMOVAL OR WHATEVER Large trailer. Free quotes ......66804704 LEAF IT TO US Acreage mowing, 72” mowers, gardening/property maint. specialists ..0402 487213 MOW JOES Lawn & garden maintenance, ride-on mowing. Fully insured ..............Joe 0407 065849 ACREAGE BRUSHCUTTING & CLEARING SERVICES Lantana specialists ...................0412 705962

FLOOR SANDING & PAINTING Decks, verandahs etc. Lic 190593C.....................Kevin 0417 644671

ACREAGE MOWING 60 inch zero turn mower. Prompt & reliable..................................0401 350156 A GREEN EARTH Garden restoration, maintenance, tree & rubbish removal ...............0405 716552

GARDENING WITH BIOCHAR Service, supply, setup. Qualified Horticulturist ..............0459 175729 SOUND, LIGHTING & VIDEO equipment hire & installation, crystalgrid.com.au ..........0421 661910 RED BELLY HANDYMAN & GARDEN SERVICE .............................................................0400 582277

HOT WATER SYSTEMS

GARDEN DESIGN

ASHLEY CHALLIS HOT WATER SPECIALIST Lic 214073C .............................................0432 728946

GARDEN DESIGN, FENG SHUI www.simplybeautifulspaces.com.au ......................... Lyn 0428 884329

INTERIOR DESIGN

DESIGN & PLANS Lic no. 39791 www.varendorfflandscapes.com.........66845035 or 0414 842602

GAS SUPPLIERS

Reliable

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

IRONING Locally Owned Est 18 years

SHAUN LEMURA KITCHENS Byron 17yrs+ qual. exp. www.slbyronbay.com...............0499 771769 ALL GLASS BYRON BAY Splashbacks .................................................................................66857200

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609

C & C KITCHEN SOLUTIONS Kitchens & bathrooms, quality at affordable prices ...............66872275

GLAZIERS OCEAN SHORES GLASS AND SCREENS Glass splashbacks Lic No 61205C .........................66803333 ALL GLASS BYRON BAY Shower screens & mirrors ............................................................66857200

GUTTERING Gutter guard Gutter cleaning Locally owned Fully insured Free quotes Call Junior for friendly, genuine advice and service.

0405 922 839 or AH 6684 1778 ABN 180 623 364 42

GUTTERS & DOWNPIPES RUSTY-DAMAGED-LEAKING

0430 297 101 / 6684 5437 info@byronbaymowing.com.au www.byronbaymowing.com.au

KITCHENS

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Landscaping | Property Maintenance Brush Cutting | Tip Runs | Fully Insured

KATE PLATT Interior Designs, www.kateplatt.com................................0411 888416 or 66807606

THE IRONING LADY Suffolk Park $25/hr. Pickup & delivery service available. Angela..0414 719680

No Rental

bvdc.com.au bvdc@bigpond.com 0418 171 285 02 6684 5529

HIRE

DOWN TO EARTH GARDENING & MAINTENANCE Free Quotes...................................0401 568891 MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more .......................www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003 ELEGANT LANDSCAPES Design, construction & maintenance .....................................0437 819087 BYRON HIRE Building & home handyman equipment hire ....... www.byronhire.com.au 66856228

Licence No: 175956C ABN 93 113 342 699

GARAGE DOOR SPECIALIST • Sales • Service • Repairs

ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne...........................................66857366

EXTREME PERFECTION GARDEN MAINTENANCE Prompt & reliable. Ben..................0411 631655 DR HAUSCHKA SKIN TREATMENTS www.the-loft.net.au Tracey Stephan .......................66848298

Free Delivery

BRUNSWICK VALLEY DOOR CENTRE

MULLUMBIMBY MEDICAL CENTRE 60 Stuart St ............................................................66841511

LUSH GARDENS Affordable & Reliable – All aspects of garden maintenance. Joe.......0401 275232 HOMEOPATHY Satyaa S Lohmann & Paul Cullen www.dynamichomeopathy.net ........0412 661073 NORTHERN RIVERS MOWING Acreage specialist. Small/large jobs. Sen/pen rate ......0428 544190 CRANIOSACRAL BALANCING Najma Ahern, Practitioner, Tutor & Trainer ....................0402 230449 COMPLETE GARDEN SERVICE Including lawns, tip runs. Experienced & references.....0405 529275 MATTRESS SANITISING Certified, mobile, great for allergy or asthma sufferers ..........0400 241231

GARAGE DOORS

• OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry

MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, massage. 79 Stuart St .....................................66843002 SPECIALIST WEED CONTROL CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS ...............................0418 110714 MULLUMBIMBY SKIN CLINIC 58 Stuart Street .................................................................66844400 HINTERLAND Property Maintenance acreage mowing, servicing Byron Hinterland. Sam ...0429 809363 MUDITA CLINIC Ayurveda, Counselling, Mindfulness. www.muditaclinic.com .................66846090

NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco wax, oils & water base finishes............................... Nathan 0420 215716

PH: 02 6628 1376 W: www.cmgd.com.au E: info@cmgd.com.au 3 Hugh Street, Russelton Estate, Alstonville NSW 2477

HEALTH

NICK’S MOWING Lawns, edges, hedges, local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O.Shores .....0418 792279

www.oceanﬂoors.net.au ECO TIMBER FLOORS Sanding, polishing & repairs..............................................Trent 0432 501721

A VERY HANDY MAN For just about anything. Happy to help. Andrew.........................0412 558890

D HINGED Kitchens, bathrooms from modest to high end www.hinged.com.au Dave ...0409 843689 MAGIC RENOVATIONS Specialising in kitchens, bathrooms & full renovations.............0404 893404

LANDSCAPE DESIGN VARENDORFF LANDSCAPES varendorfflandscapes.com Lic 39791 ..... 66845035 or 0414 842602 BEAU JARDIN Landscape Design & Documentation, Horticultural Consultation...........0417 054443

LANDSCAPING

• Sand • Soils • Gravels • Pots & statues • Lots, lots more

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983 SUBTROPICALLANDSCAPES.COM.AU 20 years exp. Lic 231789C................................0405 122456

REPAIRED OR REPLACED

SHANE TURNER LANDSCAPES Solid, creative, affordable............................................0418 688171

Darryl Patterson 0414 889 453

BYRON BAY LANDSCAPES Retaining walls, paving, fencing, concreting, earthworks..0490 062016

pattersonfasciagutter@hotmail.com Lic No. 60414C

PINEAPPLE LANDSCAPING Construction & professional garden care..........................0412 947054 BUSH ROCKS All sizes / mossy, can deliver. Ron .....................................66298208 or 0429 398208

BLUE MTN GUTTERMESH Do it well, do it once ...........................................................0418 662285 BYRON BAY BAMBOO Landscaping & maintenance service .........................................0400 696264 NEW GUTTERING Guttermesh, downpipes etc. Lic 26850C ..........................................0418 662285 STYLE LANDSCAPES Retaining, paving, landscaping. Lic no 41307..............................0427 570076 THE GUTTER GURU Cleaning, gutterguards, repairs, all your gutter needs. Free quotes ...0409 496632 EXTREME PERFECTION TURF LAYING SERVICE Prompt & reliable. Ben .....................0411 631655

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Service Directory

A WOMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TOUCH for your small painting needs. Affordable quality ........................0458 855769

LAWNMOWER REPAIRS TYAGARAH MOWER REPAIRS Pacific Hwy (next to Bruns Wreckers), Tyagarah ..........0488 094025

PEST CONTROL

BYRON MOWER Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;cutter, châ&#x20AC;&#x2122;saw, all small engine repairs. Pickup & delivery................0429 707286 MULLUM MOWERS & MACHINERY REPAIRS Mullumbimby Industrial Estate ...........0423 204218

LIGHTING Architectural & Landscape Lighting Specialists Free onsite consultancy service

Safe, effective pest control is our business â&#x20AC;˘ Comprehensive management plans & property inspections â&#x20AC;˘ Spray-free cockroach treatments â&#x20AC;˘ Non-toxic termite control

If you have found termites do not disturb them! Contact us for advice. 6685 4490 or after hours on 0414 769 018 â&#x20AC;˘ www.sanctuarypest.com.au

REMOVALISTS

BEYOND BYRON REMOVALS

MOBILE LOCKSMITH SERVICE Automotive car keys & lock installation/repair ............0412 764148 THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE ..............................................................................0418 110714 BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL ...............................................................................66842018

PHOTOGRAPHY

Windscreens & Air Conditioning Serving Byron Shire Lot 4 Wilfred Street, Billinudgel â&#x20AC;˘ 6680 2444

Lic: AU29498

Bayside Radiators

Tree Faerie Fotos Professional â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Personal 30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism

www.treefaeriefotos.com â&#x20AC;˘ 0417 427 518 MELINDA ANDREAS Studio or on location. www.byronbayphotos.com.......................0421 582286

â&#x20AC;˘ Tyres â&#x20AC;˘ Batteries â&#x20AC;˘ Wheel Alignments MULLUMBIMBY TYRE SERVICE Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2016

LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES

PHYSIOTHERAPY BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, pilates. Liz Thomas, Cally Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara, Troy Eady .....................................................................................66872330

MECHANICAL REPAIRS, WARREN SIMMONS Byron Bay .................................................66858500 NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy, acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday

OSTEOPATHY

PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES PRINTWORKS Traditional / Digital art@mullumprintworks.com.au.................................66843633

LOCKSMITH MOTORING

PRINTER TONERS & CARTRIDGES

RELAX...

Unit 5, 21-23 Tasman Way, Byron Bay Arts & Ind. Est. (02) 6680 7007 www.creativelightingsolutions.com.au

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where else would you take a leak?â&#x20AC;?

Ready for work within & beyond Byron Brisbane Sydney backloading For careful service & great rates

phone 66801158 or 0408 004719

Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Move & More

Small and Medium Moves, Tip Runs & Deliveries, 1 or 2 Men at Low Prices to Most Areas Based from Byron Bay & Mullumbimby Calls always returned

ANTHONY Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St.. 66853511

CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel .................Bangalow 66872337 & Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;bah 66723818 PETRA KARNI Physiotherapy, Craniosacral, Alexander Technique. Byron..........................66807207

Sue Broadbent, Toby Mills & Andre Kleinbaum

OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics,

Clinic open for Osteopathy and Massage Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Saturday 2/32 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads. Tel 02 6685 1126

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just give us a ring

â&#x20AC;˘ Freight services to Brisbane weekly â&#x20AC;˘ Carriers of ďŹ ne art â&#x20AC;˘ Furniture removal â&#x20AC;˘ E-bay pick up & delivery

6683 4829 / 0409 917646

real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Alex Margan, Millie Shield ..........................................66803499 LIBBIE NELSON PHYSIO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Acupuncture, yoga & therapy, BFL, Herbs, CS. Byron Bay ......0416 369698

LEAPFROG REMOVALS BYRON BAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LOCAL REMOVALIST MOVING THE SHIRE FOR OVER 10 YEARS

0432 334 200 02 6680 8170 leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au

No weekend surcharge

NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs & Jamie Bennett. Mon-Fri .............................66857517 PETER FARRELL Physiotherapist, manual therapy & exercise, Mullumbimby ...................66843385

DifďŹ cult Driveway ???

OSTEOPATH SINCE 1975 Old school, Lennox Head. Michael Petrie ...................................66874410 DR DEAN HARDY Osteopath B.Clin.Sci, Master Osteopathy lennoxheadquarters.com..0412 786399

BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel .......................66803444

PAINTING

0438 784 226 â&#x20AC;˘ 6685 4154

Lic No 189144C

BYRON BAY

â&#x20AC;˘ Domestic & Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Servicing all areas â&#x20AC;˘ Workmanship guaranteed â&#x20AC;˘ Attention to detail

ALL WORK GUARANTEED Friendly & Clean

PLASTERING CONTRACTOR DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

C. A. Warwick Lic. No. 114578C Â&#x2021; )UHH TXRWHV Â&#x2021; *\SURFN Ă&#x20AC; [LQJ VHWWLQJ

451 186 / 6680 4660

DQQH P ZDUZLFN#JPDLO FRP COL JENKINS PLASTER Gyprock, renovations, repairs. No job too small .....................0401 078733 Lic 184464C

6685 1018 or 0413 666 267

PLASTERING

&UDLJ 0413

B Timbs Painting

GLENN WATERS For the finish you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see. Lic 58928C...............................................0427 908129

PLUMBERS NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING www.duluxaccredited.com.au

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LIGHTHOUSE REMOVALS (02) 6684 5395

042050 5395

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FINE ART INSTALLATION SERVICES Art & picture hanging systems.........................0403 554288

ALL-WAYS PAINTING

YVES DE WILDE

PICTURE FRAMING

For tips & testimonials

Friendly Staff

BYRON OSTEOPATHIC CARE FOR WOMEN Eve Schoenheimer Mon, Tues, Thur ............66853660 EWINGSDALE PHYSIO Renata Tenta. Flexi-Bar Training. Real Time Ultrasound .................66847838

Domestic & Commercial

0429 149 533 Est 2006

Corner Dalley & Burringbar Sts, Mullumbimby ....................................................................66843255

CLAUDIA MIRDITA Craniosacral therapy, physiotherapy....................................................66857222

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X 6680 7573 0415 952 494 X www.yvesdewilde.com.au LIC 114372C

Chay 6680 5081 0429 805 081 Byron Shire JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C ..............0438 668025

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BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051..................................66801403 or 0414 801403

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MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ...........................................0414 282813 LOCAL AFFORDABLE Brisbane to Sydney, 20yrs exp. travellingbenny@gmail.com ....0402 199999

ROOFING

Micks Roof Restorations Protecting homes for over 15 years NO INTEREST FINANCE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FREE WHIRLY BIRDS â&#x20AC;˘ Interior/Exterior â&#x20AC;˘ Repoint & rebed tiles â&#x20AC;˘ Paint tile roofs â&#x20AC;˘ Repaint tin roofs â&#x20AC;˘ High-pressure cleaning â&#x20AC;˘ 10yr warranty on paint & workmanship

0401 821 204 mickshomeimprovements.com.au Lic 268018C QBCC Lic. 656 850 R 4 ROOFING AUSTRALIA Servicing Northern Rivers. Lic 252098C.................. Adam 0422 248936 ZAC MacTAGGART Metal roofing, reroofing, fascia & gutters. Lic No 223489C .............0411 683003

RUBBISH REMOVAL

3 3 3 3 3 I LOVE PLUMBING Call Steve Lic 148904C ....................................................................0412 916140 BEST SKIPS BANGALOW 2m , 3m , 4m , 6m & 8m bins ...................0417 458149 or 66871544 HRH PLUMBING Providing a prompt, reliable & efficient service. Lic 220755C ...........0402 652017 OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ........................................0412 161564 or 66841232

DART PLUMBING Plumbing, roofing, gas. Byron Bay. Lic 1175539C.............................0421 334515 BYRON SKIPS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 2, 3, 4 & 6 m3 bins available .............................0450 300360 MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ...0419 019035 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL.................................................................................0408 210772 ADM PLUMBING SERVICESâ&#x20AC;Ś (NO JOB TOO SMALL) Lic 234528C. ...........Call Adam 0466 992483 GREEN WASTE REMOVAL & TIP RUNS .................................................0427 176771 or 66840201

AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ...............................................0413 185399 or 66841249 ED RIORDAN PLUMBING Efficient, honest & reliable. Lic L6966 ..................................0417 343480 KELVIN & ROBERT TEALE Painters & decorators. Lic R65919 ..............0400 349027 or 0438 842731 BRAD EVELEIGH PLUMBING Maintenance specialist. Bruns. Lic 257153C...................0438 140075

SAND & GRAVEL

BYRON PAINTING Immediate starts, great rates. Lic 239832C .....................................0427 669806 BLOCKED DRAINS Drain camera, leak detection. Tap King. Lic 237124C ......................0427 217500 SAND, GRAVEL & TIP TRUCK HIRE Small loads, 7 day delivery .................................0431 678130

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Service Directory SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS

TILING

BYRON CASH FOR SCRAP

SHE TILES Female Wall & Floor Tiler _ over 10 years experience

E ll FRoE ff for a

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

FREE T avail fo OW

r cars – unwanted cash for som paid e

WATER FILTERS The Water Filter Experts for home, commercial and rural properties

Kitchens, bathrooms, laundries, tile repairs & waterproofing Leaking showers repaired & sealed NO JOB TOO SMALL • Free quotes & consultations

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181

Call Louise 0478 698 186

Lic. No. 216827C Because a woman understands excellence IN IN H

Dirty Tiles & Grout?

SECURITY SERVICES

...forget pointless scrubbing

BRUNSWICK VALLEY LOCKSMITHS Shirewide. Master security lic. 047862307 ..........0412 144679

Our unique restoration process will make your dirty tile & grout look

STREETWISE SECURITY Static guards & crowd control. Lic 409807379........................0439 793925

BRAND NEW again... GUARANTEED!!!

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

9 Tile, Grout & Stone Cleaning & Sealing 9 Silicone 9 Grout Colouring 9 Re-Grouting 9 Epoxy Grout 9 Glass Restoration 9 Slippery Tiles & More

Installing, maintaining and repairing onsite sewerage management systems in Tweed & Byron Shires for over 25 years.

M 0418 754 149 P 07 5523 9930

Free Quote

WATER TANKS & TANK CLEANING WATER TANK CLEANING/WATER TANKS All areas ...............................66888055 or 0407 002833 SMART RAINWATER SOLUTIONS Tank installation, cleaning, repair etc......................0418 662285

Call Ben on 0456 606 911 www.groutpro.com.au

NSW Lic. L10007 QLD Lic. 13395

TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103 TRINE SOLUTIONS Plumbing, draining & gasfitting. Lic 138031C .....................................66802358 TILER Bathroom repairs, walls & floors. Lic 75915. Andy ...............................................0419 478248

SEWING & ALTERATIONS

$379

FULLY INSTALLE IN YOURD HOME

Phone Chris 0414 229 114

WEB DESIGN SERVICES

SEWERAGE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS

Water puriﬁcation systems Home • Rural • Commercial Servicing your needs

MAGIC RENOVATIONS Specialising in bathrooms, kitchens, laundries, floor & wall.....0404 893404 TILER Shower leaks, wall & floor tiling, 45 years experience. Lic R91906. Phone Bob ...0410 428919

EXPRESS WEBSITES $349

lpm

Quick turnaround time Easy to manage Professional and pretty!

www.littlepeachmedia.com.au

SEWING REPAIRS & ALTERATIONS Byron Bay & all areas. Phone Jan ......................Jan 66849398 TILING / CONCRETE POLISHING Alex Webb.................................................................0427 950073 WEB BROWSER Quality websites at affordable prices ..........................66803707 or 0423 770799 STITCH: For all your sewing needs. Ocean Shores, Mullum, Burringbar. Ph Lindi ..........0432 340113

wordpressit.com.au modern websites logos SEO value rates ..............info@wordpressit.com.au

TRAVEL

WINDOW TINTING

SEWING MACHINE SALES & SERVICE

SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices .........................0412 158478

A1 SEWING MACHINES – PARTS & REPAIRS Since 1963. Leaders in service...................66847447

SOLAR INSTALLATION

ATAS A10923

TREE SERVICES

JIM’S TREE & STUMP REMOVAL

HEINZ SOLAR Local, customised solutions, $200 rebate per panel ...............................0474 803821

SWIMMING POOLS

• Qualiﬁed Arborist • Tree Pruning • Tree Removal • Stump Removal • Mulching • Fully Insured • Same Day Response

131 546

• All pool requirements • Professional advice • Water testing • Friendly service • Pool servicing 73 Station St, Mullumbimby (opp. Council chambers)

6684 3003 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 BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Irvin ..................................................0402 323910 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance ....................................0401 208797 HART TREE SERVICES 15” chipper, bobcat, crane truck, stump grinder, EWP.. 66849137 or 0427 347380 CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICE Bobcat, crane truck, 18” chipper.................................0408 202184 SPECIAL BRANCH TREE SERVICES Owner Op. Efficient ... Tom 0412 996596 or Josh 0401 536119 A VERY HANDY MAN TREE SERVICES Happy to help. Andrew.....................................0412 558890

UPHOLSTERY BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists ............................66805255 BYRON BAY UPHOLSTERY Soft furnishings & outdoor ........................66853745 or 0403 713303

VALUERS BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD reg’d. Chartered Valuers ........................0431 245460 or 66857010

VETERINARY SURGEONS MULLUM VET CLINIC Richard Gregory, Erin Tottenham, Bec Patison. 24 hrs 7 days.........66843818

TELEVISION SERVICES

VITALITY VETCARE Bangalow. Megan Kearney .................................................................66870675

VIDEO PRODUCTION

INSTORE SERVICE: TV, HiFi, AV, Special Concession rate. Damien .................................0414 741233 CAMERA CREW, LIGHTING, screens, projectors & editing, crystalgrid.com.au.............0421 661910

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1st SAT Bruns Heads 6628 4495 1st SAT Murwillumbah 0417 759 777 1st SAT Lismore Markets 0407 124 991 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

3rd SUN Uki 0487 329 150 3rd SUN Lismore Car Boot 6628 7333 3rd SUN Ballina 6687 4328 Full moon Third quarter

ATTENTION POOL OWNERS

MULLUMBIMBY POOL SHOP Water tesing, Eco products, mobile servicing Lic 39126 ...66844846

MONTHLY MARKETS

May 4 May 11

New moon May 18 First quarter May 26 Day of Sun Sun Moon month rise set rise 1 F 0612 1713 1531 2 S 0613 1712 1607 3 S 0614 1712 1644 4 M 0614 1711 1724 5 T 0615 1710 1807 6 W 0615 1709 1854 7 T 0616 1709 1945 8 F 0616 1708 2040 9 S 0617 1707 2138 10 S 0618 1706 2238 11 M 0618 1706 2340 12 T 0619 1705 13 W 0619 1704 0043 14 T 0620 1704 0146 15 F 0621 1703 0249 16 S 0621 1703 0354 17 S 0622 1702 0458 18 M 0622 1702 0601 19 T 0623 1701 0703 20 W 0624 1701 0801 21 T 0624 1700 0855 22 F 0625 1700 0945 23 S 0625 1659 1029 24 S 0626 1659 1110 25 M 0626 1659 1148 26 T 0627 1658 1223 27 W 0627 1658 1257 28 T 0628 1658 1331 29 F 0629 1657 1405 30 S 0629 1657 1441 31 S 0630 1657 1520

13:42 20:36

4th SUN Bangalow 4th SUN Nimbin

6687 1911 0458 506 000

5th SUN Lennox Head 5th SUN Nimbin

6687 8618 0458 506 000

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

MAY 2015 Astronomical data and tides

14:13 03:19 Moon High tide, set height (m) 0319 0620,1.50; 1852,1.61 0411 0700,1.51; 1926,1.68 0504 0739,1.51; 2000,1.73 0557 0817,1.50; 2034,1.78 0653 0857,1.48; 2110,1.81 0748 0939,1.46; 2149,1.81 0843 1024,1.42; 2231,1.80 0937 1113,1.39; 2318,1.76 1029 1206,1.36 1118 0010,1.71; 1306,1.35 1204 0110,1.67; 1412,1.38 1249 0216,1.64; 1518,1.44 1331 0326,1.63; 1619,1.55 1413 0431,1.64; 1715,1.67 1456 0531,1.65; 1807,1.78 1540 0628,1.65; 1857,1.88 1626 0722,1.62; 1945,1.95 1715 0815,1.58; 2031,1.97 1807 0906,1.53; 2117,1.96 1901 0956,1.47; 2202,1.91 1955 1045,1.41; 2245,1.82 2050 1133,1.36; 2330,1.73 2144 1222,1.32 2237 0015,1.63; 1314,1.30 2329 0102,1.54; 1409,1.31 0158,1.47; 1506,1.34 0020 0258,1.42; 1600,1.40 0111 0358,1.41; 1650,1.48 0203 0452,1.41; 1734,1.56 0255 0541,1.42; 1814,1.64 0348 0626,1.43; 1851,1.72

Low tide, height (m) 0024,0.61; 1230,0.51 0104,0.55; 1303,0.50 0143,0.50; 1336,0.49 0221,0.46; 1410,0.49 0300,0.43; 1445,0.51 0341,0.42; 1522,0.53 0424,0.43; 1604,0.56 0512,0.44; 1649,0.61 0603,0.46; 1742,0.65 0700,0.48; 1843,0.69 0801,0.48; 1952,0.70 0902,0.45; 2107,0.67 1000.0.42; 2219,0.59 1054,0.38; 2325,0.50 1145,0.35 0025,0.41; 1233,0.35 0121,0.34; 1320,0.36 0214,0.30; 1406,0.40 0304,0.29; 1451,0.46 0354,0.32; 1536,0.52 0442,0.38; 1620,0.60 0530,0.45; 1705,0.67 0617.0.52; 1753,0.74 0705,0.57; 1845,0.79 0745,0.61; 1945,0.83 0844,0.62; 2053,0.83 0932,0.61; 2200,0.79 1019,0.60; 2301,0.73 1102,0.57; 2353,0.66 1143,0.55 0038,0.58; 1120,0.53

Times are Eastern Standard 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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CARAVANS TRACTOR REPAIRS

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HOUSES FOR SALE NEW 3BR HOUSE Great value in Wollongbar at $480,000 Check it out at www.stackbuilt.com.au For sale by owner 0411826442

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SCULPTURE GARDEN

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal

MAZDA TRIBUTE 4x4, 2005 $7500, 179,000km, great condition. 0437965968

6686 5586 / 0418 676 274

48 Acacia St - Arts & Industry Park - Byron Bay

Matt 0427 172 684

CAR RENTALS

FOR SALE!

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Ballina Car Centre

Saturday 9th May - 10 till 4pm

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.

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16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA

Enjoy a wander in the gardens, some Spanish style music and refreshments !

FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND

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7YLZLU[PUN MVY [OL ÄYZ[ time in Australia, the ingenious mosaic work of MAURIMOSAIC, recently arrived from Barcelona. The skill and intricacy of these pieces is astounding in their originality and design, for both the home or corporate features.

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SUZUKI SWIFT 2006 AUTO SILVER rego to 20/04/16 $7,900 ono 0432155737

Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

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GOLD JEWELLERY

Your unwanted modern & antique jewellery, pocket watches & coins. Also damaged gold pieces for workshop remodelling. $$ Good prices paid $$ Phone 0428668426 30 years trading in Mullumbimby.

GYM AND PROTEIN STORE

MULLUM Mini Storage Ind Est, Unit 12/41 Manns Rd, Sat 8-5pm. Underwater lights, mirror, tall shelf, retro cabinet, Janome sew mach, fabrics, clothes, bicycle etc

LP RECORDS: good condition, no op shop crap! Ph Matt 0401955052

Mobile 0417 698 227 Yoga & Pilates Shiatsu & Massage Experienced teachers Amazing venue

EWINGSDALE 1 Plantation Dr, Sat. Moving house sale. 0409381650

TOYOTA RAV4 1998 5-dr Cruiser model, man, 6 months rego, new radiator, service history, 280km, runs great, tidy interior. $3700 ono. Ph 0435026719

6687 7677 • • • •

O’SHORES 4 Kooringa Crt, Sat 8am, clothes, furniture, lots of quality goods

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

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 For Sale Ferguson double mould board plough p.o.a. Ferguson 5 tynes chisel plough p.o.a.

BUSINESS OPP. 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 SEEKING FINANCIAL INVESTORS for solid group of people with 50 acs, 360 views, to create Eco Retreat Ctr for this area. Ph Arion Ocean 0408809528

BYRON 1br fully equip, s-c ﬂat, king bed, d’washer, A/C, doona & linen. Light, quiet, suit n/s student or for month holiday. $450pw inc WiFi bills. Ph 0414429179 LILLI PILLI f-f lovely 2br house. Rent for 7 wks 23/5-10/7 while owner travels. $400pw. 0422735949 WILSONS CREEK Modern house, avail approx 22/05 to 18/06. Lots of space, food & cosy ﬁre. $350pw inc WiFi & utilities. Contact sakuraridge4@gmail.com BEACH HOUSE 3br, 2 bthrm, f-f, 1/6, 3mths, New Brighton, $350pw. 66801415

SHARE ACCOM. BYRON STUDENT ACCOMMODATION 58 Tennyson St, sgle room $220pw, twin share $170pw. cheaper for long stay, free WiFi, no bills, in town close to everything, clean, modern, friendly. Ph 0408166226 TINTENBAR half 4br house on acreage $200pw incl bills. Part-furn. Must be drug free, n/s. Pref mature Ph Tex 0448471028 BYRON amazing house, f-f, large room with TV, pool, sauna, close to town & beach, $250pw no bills. 0431015007 SUFFOLK 200m to beach, spacious, relaxed vibe $220pw Ph 0410548903 LILLI PILLI share lovely house with 1 $200pw. Ph 0422735949 EWINGSDALE room in sunny, spacious private, modern home with pool. Share w 2 others, $180pw incl bills. 0423097218 TYAGARAH 1br, share modern home stunning gardens, access to pool, max $200pw. A must see! 0416929280 SUFFOLK 1 rm in quiet home, beach side Suffolk, Byron Bay. Sgl prof or f/time student. $190 sml cosy rm or $230 lge rm. Must be clean & tidy, n/s d/f. 0410628958 BEACHSIDE Suffolk f-furn rm with BIR. $200pw incl WiFi + elec. Ph 0457088131 BEACHSIDE SUFFOLK furn room, n/s, veg, mature person pref, quiet spacious house $185pw incl bills. 0409224286

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BEACHSIDE SUFFOLK lge room, quiet easy going h-hold $180pw. 0400033806 LENNOX unfurn room w BIR in large brick house. $120pw inc bills. 0400643054 BYRON unfurn room, in leafy, relaxed t/ house, walk to beach. Female to share with 2 relaxed fems over 30. Avail 14 May. $185pw inc bills. Ph 0488157338 BANGALOW room $170pw incl bills & WiFi. 5 min to town. Ph 0401977662 BEACHSIDE SUFFOLK room for rent $180pw. Ph 0414692673 BANGALOW lovely room with BIR, pref working or studying conscious person, $200pw incl bills. 0498179705, 66871491

TO LET BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333 STORAGE From $100/mth. Bangalow. Ph 66872833 BYRON 1br fully equip, s-c ďŹ&#x201A;at, king bed, dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;washer, A/C, doona & linen. Light, quiet, suit n/s student or for month holiday. $450pw inc WiFi bills. Ph 0414429179 BYRON 2br house opp beach, no yard, $600pw incl elec & water. 0400588899 MELBOURNE Elwood/St Kilda, apt to let, fully-furn, 2 br, 2 bath, great position close to CBD, public transport, shops, cafes & the beach. Phone Ester 0412221576 SUNRISE 2 large rooms, lush tree views, close shop/bch, avail 1/6, vego workers $210pw ea incl elect. Ph 0423507229

Brunswick Heads Three bedroom renovated unit in town. Single garage. No pets. $620pw.

Mullumbimby Two bedroom open plan studio with kitchenette & balcony. No pets. $350pw.

Ocean Shores Five bedroom, three bathroom home. Two seperate living areas. Single garage + storage. $650pw.

FNC Property Management

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1BR STUDIO with sep bathrm and galley kitchen in Possum Creek. Beautiful views, quiet location, $350pw. Ph Dave 0457888890 or Trudy 0400888444 BALLINA SELF-STORAGE UNITS Secure from $16pw. Ph 66867011 SHELLEY BEACH East Ballina 3br apartment + ens + bthrm, SLUG, 2 o/door areas, ocean views, $440pw. 0429968070 BROKEN HEAD avail now, fully renov & air-con, 1br unit, for single working person. Peaceful & private, non-smoker, no pets. $250pw + bond & refs. Ph 66872620 or 0431122051 SMALL CARAVAN by water hole on friendly farm/community, 8 min Mullum. Suit single, clean-living, n-s. No pets. Short-term okay. Bond req. $165pw inc elec & WiFi. 0431702354 SUFFOLK Alcorn St. Stylish f/f 1br villa with easy beach access, set amongst lush gardens with personal entrance and carport. $450pw. Phone 0418878978 MULLUM newly built studio, suit sgl/cpl working people $275pw. 0419200396 SUFFOLK 3br, 2bthrm home, $600pw, no pets, n/s. Pref working person/s. Long term, avail 3 June. Ph 0421821896 SUFFOLK PARK 4br house, quiet, sunny cul-de-sac. 2 living areas, 2 bthrm, fenced yard, 2 min Baz & Shaz, sportsďŹ eld, Suffolk shops, 700m beach, SLUG. L/ term private rental. Avail 25 May. Small pets cons. $770pw inc gardens/lawn maintenance. 0403547930 BYRON BAY Lilli Pilli 3br free-standing duplex, 2bthrm, off-street parking, small yard, avail 18 May, references required, $480pw. Ph 66856539 BYRON SELF-CONT APARTMENT Delightful 1br, brand new, 500m from beach, f/furn, n/s, d/f, prof. Min 6mths sgl $390pw cpl $420 + bills & bond. Pref in afternoon or evening 0414187088 BANGALOW 4br cottage, 2 bath. Extra lge sep 4th br/studio/ofďŹ ce. Great location, $610pw + bills, lawn maint. Long lease, avail 2/5/15, refs req. 0432047221 BRUNSWICK HEADS 2br & 3br f/f units $350 to $450. 0475834636 BANGALOW modern 3br, 2 bthrm, solar hw, NE deck, private garden avail 11/5 Suit work from home 3rd br has sep entrance, $600pw. 0467980638

New Brighton The Pocket

$320pw, furnished, 1 bed, Flat, no pets

Ocean Shores

$650pw, Modern 4 bed, 2 bath, ocean views, DLUG, includes lawns and gardens, no pets $430pw, 3 bed, 1 bath, single garage

MYOCUM / TYAGARAH partly furnished large family home on acreage. 4 bed, 3 bath, pool, garage. Pets OK, garden & pool maintenance incl. Avail mid May. $1000 p/w. Ph 0411210002

South Golden Beach

$430pw, 3 bed, 2 bath, carport, House

Brand New affordable Housing From $220 to $270pw. Fully furnished, studios. Single occupancy only. *Conditions apply*

RENTAL PROPERTIES WANTED 6 Strand Ave, New Brighton 6680 1594 elders new brighton.com.au

Ocean Shores 3br $450 Mullumbimby 2br $400 5br $520

SHED dairy barn, neglected hse, cottage to restore, repair, transform in exchange for min rent/bills. Mature, motivated cple seeking project accom anywhere between Mullum-Lennox before July. We bring skills incl carpentry, concreting, organic horticulture etc. Exc refs. 0427647802

RTO NO: 90013

* Government subsidised places available - enquire now!

CAN ANYONE use an extra $300 - $400 a week? My wife & I & 2 adult kids seek something low-key on a rural block from Bruns to Lennox. Pref close to Suffolk. I work nights. Call Phil anytime on 0428105111

â&#x20AC;˘ Diploma of Vocational Education & Training (starts 6th May) â&#x20AC;˘ Certificate III in Horticulture*

WANTED SWAP work for rent in or close to Mullum for clean, quiet male long time local, great refs. Ph 0431549010

â&#x20AC;˘ Intro to Childhood Education & Care* (starts 21st May)

â&#x20AC;˘ IT Skills for Small Business* (starts 24th May)

TO LEASE

BYRON A&I EST STORAGE From $1 p/d per pallet space. Fully racked and Secure, On-site Manager. Pick and Pack facilities 9-5pm Mon-Fri. Ph 66807413 Email: ben@bigideals.com.au BANGALOW Factory showroom spaces, various sizes, hwy exposure. 0418878978 BANGALOW standalone factory/ warehouse, ofďŹ ce & amenities 440sqm incl 50sqm mezz + 560sqm secure parking/yard area. Phone 0418878978 FUNKY RETRO VINTAGE EMPORIUM Room for rent 0490478246 or 0432407066

THERAPY ROOMS Mullumbimby half day/full day/ weekly

(*This training is subsidised by the NSW Government)

Limited places available call 02 6684 3374 to see if you are eligible GOOD DRIVERS WANTED NOW Shifts avail for taxi, coach & hire cars. Full training provided. Min 12 month Aust Licence Required. Email: info@byronbaytaxis.com

SANTOS BYRONÂ Management positions for dynamic health food store.Â Grounded, proactive, positive team players with passion and drive to manage all aspects of shop operations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in management and POS systems experience preferred. Australian residents and new applicants need only apply. Successful candidates will be contacted with view to commence end May.

Send resume to: andrew@santostrading.com.au

From $30 Reception Services New Healing Centre

Call Geoff

0427899278

Billinudgel 200m2 modern factory including mezzanine and amenities. Available now. $500 pw incl outgoings. Call Assi 0415 598 588

TELESALES

We are a small, fun, hardworking team looking for a dynamic sales person with experience closing leads. You will be contacting potential clients and advertisers by telephone and email to build, develop and grow our two website businesses. Desirable Attributes: previous sales exp essential; clear communication skills; good computer skills (Excel, Emailing and database programs); willingness to learn the basics about the industry. This position is casual for approx 20hrs/wk to start with potential for major growth.

POSITIONS VACANT EXP LIFE DRAWING MODELS Thurs night, 6-9pm, Mullum. Sam 0411725500

Ph: 0429 264 811 Email resume to: trucepublishing@gmail.com

NEW LISTING Newrybar $460pw Fabulous fully furnished one bedroom retreat, large covered entertaining deck with stunning views, elec, water & garden maintenance inc. Avail now! Sorry no pets. NEW LISTING Bangalow $580pw Cute 3 bedroom house with ensuite off main + home office or 4th bedroom with reverse cycle air/con. Pol floors, gas cooking & dishwasher. Avail early May. NEW LISTING Bangalow $580pw Cute family home in a sought-after location. Freshly painted throughout. 3 bed, 1 bath, single carport & large covered verandah. Avail now! 6 month lease. Pets ok. NEW LISTING Bangalow $620pw Recently refurbished Bangalow 3 bedroom Queenslander, sep shower & bath, pol floors throughout, wood fire place, large covered verandah, lawn & gardens inc. Avail now! NEW LISTING Byron Bay $650pw Immaculate & stylish furnished 3 bed townhouse, pol & tiled floor throughout, low main fenced court yard, SLUG. Deck off main bed overlooking reserve. Avail now! Corndale $750pw Tastefully renovated 5 bed, 2 bath, DLUG Queenslander with stunning rural views. Ground maintenance inc. Avail now! 12 month lease. Pet neg. Byron Bay $890pw Quiet Kiah Beach House! 2 bed, 2 bath D E townhouse with Belongil beach front, DLUG, S L E A Avail now. 6 month Pool & lots of storage. lease. No pets.

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Bangalow

Term 2 courses starting soon... Monday 11th May

Thomas St, Bangalow - $620pw Beautifully renovated Queenslander, 3 bed, 1 bath, walk to town. Avail Now

Wednesday 13th May

Tuesday 12th May â&#x20AC;˘ Illustrator CS6 for beginners â&#x20AC;˘ Leadlighting for beginners â&#x20AC;˘ Indesign CS6 for beginners â&#x20AC;˘ Italian for beginners

Thursday 14th May

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â&#x20AC;˘ Barista â&#x20AC;˘ Beekeeping - level 2 â&#x20AC;˘ Reiki level 1

WANTED TO RENT MATURE self-employed gentleman seeks 2-4br house with LUG. Refs from RE agents & landlords. Theo on 66845230 or email: raymond@mysoul.com.au

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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 CASUAL HOUSEKEEPER & MAINTENANCE POSITION AVAILABLE Experience preferred in hotels & motels, must be local. Please email applications & CV to: info@byronbaysidemotel. com.au FRONT-OF-HOUSE HEAD IT TECH 2 positions avail at Clix call 0430119099 EXPERIENCED HEAD CHEF for busy cafe in Byron. Must be hard working, reliable & able to manage busy breakfast, lunch & dinner service. Email yatzekb1@yahoo.com.au SENIOR HAIRDRESSER An opportunity for an experienced Senior Hairdresser to expand their clientele in a wellestablished Salon in Bangalow. Phone 0488161619 for details GARDEN & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE Established large gardens/acreage, 2 days per week, hedging, weed control/ spraying, general gardening, light chainsaw work and some mowing. Must be experienced, strong and reliable. Federal. Local preferred. 0412105516 GARDENING WORK in Byron Bay 3 times per week. Must be hardworking & reliable. Contact Eddie 0412889881

â&#x20AC;˘ Journalism - an introduction â&#x20AC;˘ Playing jazz

Saturday 16th May

Sunday 17th May â&#x20AC;˘ Superfood snacks â&#x20AC;˘ Silversmithing introduction â&#x20AC;˘ The art of natural light portraiture

Limited places - donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out!!

For more info and to enrol call 6684 3374 www.byroncollege.org.au

MUSICAL NOTES PIANO TUNER Restorer, repairer & retailer since 1981. Ph Dr Fred Cole 0412216019 or www.specialtypianos.com.au WOODWIND TEACHER Wanted for exciting new Music School in Byron. Reply with CV: lfjenkins@live.com VIOLIN TEACHER Wanted for exciting new Music School in Byron. Reply with CV: lfjenkins@live.com

DEATH NOTICES ANTONIN â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;TONYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; STUPKA 27.7.1928 - 2.5.2015 Long term Yelgun local, will be sadly missed. Much loved husband of Patricia, father of Peter and Maria, grandfather of Avani, Liam and Kydan. Funeral Fri 15th May, 11am, Tweed Memorial Gardens.

Baker Warren John 26/2/1942 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1/5/2015 Of Ocean Shores, formerly of Revesby, NSW. Much loved Husband of Dorothea. Loved and admired father of James, Mark, Katherine and Graham. Respected father in law of Karen and Keith. Adored grandfather of 8. Rest In Peace.

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CLEANERS AVAILABLE fast & thorough. Call 0434265846 EXPERIENCED HORTICULTURIST for all aspects of gardening. Ph 0429020215 LOCAL REMOVALIST Happy to move big, small & in between. Ph 0402199999 CERAMIC TILING repair & new. Paving. Odd jobs. Handyman. Ph 0432401334

â&#x20AC;˘ Introduction to portrait sculpting

Macadamia Ln, Federal - $1100pw Resort style home, 5 bed, 5 bath. Pool, landscaped gardens, DLUG. Avail 8th May

02 6687 1500

ACCOUNTS ALLROUNDER - AR, AP, Payroll, Bank Rec, 1-2 days pw in vibrant, dynamic workplace, min 3 yrs exp (ideally in fashion industry). Familiar with Xero & Inventory Software. Accuracy Essential. Pay commensurate with exp. Send 1 page CV & cover letter by May 15th to: accounts@spelldesigns.com - Only successful applicants will be contacted

GARDEN CLEAN brush cut, hedges, tip runs. Ph Simon 0466986545

Ryces Dr, Clunes - $430pw Large 3 bed, 1 bath, sep living, large yard. Storage & SLUG. Avail Now Sansom St, Bangalow - $550pw Spacious 3 bed, 2 bath home. Open living, rear balcony. Pets neg. Avail 11th May

19a Byron Street, Bangalow

O-SUSHI BYRON BAY looking for junior ďŹ&#x201A;oor staff. Must be ďŹ&#x201A;exible with time (morning & evening shift). Please send resume to info@osushi.com.au

WORK WANTED

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QUALITY PROPERTIES SEEKING QUALITY TENANTS...

All inquires 0403 869 126

(starts 21st May)

SPACE TO PARK LIVE-IN BUS Looking for rural & peaceful spot between Mullum & Lismore. With shed or bails. Need utilities & mobile reception. Please text 0417427518 or email TF@treefaeriefotos.com

BYRON A&I EST HUGE ofďŹ ce space, 6 Tasman Way, $220pw, price red, A/C, avail now. Be quick. Ph 0404899335

MICHAEL HENNESSY

Former Dancer with The Sydney Dance Company and Trainer with the Penrith Panthers, now conducting Personal Training, Pilates, Dance Tuition, Fit Ball, Circuits

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Suffolk Park $25/hr. Angela 0414719680 Pick-up & delivery service available A1 LABOURING from $25/hr. Property maintenance, renovations, tree planting, brushcutting, metalwork, painting, landscaping, paving. Phone 0412469109. Get your jobs done, call A1

TUITION FRENCH â&#x20AC;˘ ITALIAN â&#x20AC;˘ GERMAN Eva 66846760 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au MATHS TUTORING QualiďŹ ed teacher, 25 years experience. All ages to HSC. Andrew 0413294982

I am the birds that sing also in each lovely thing. Love you always, Mama & family

HSC TUTORING ENGLISH AND DRAMA 31 years experience. Marian 0425268077

LOST & FOUND

MATHS TUTORING QualiďŹ ed teacher, 25 years experience. All ages to HSC. Andrew 0413294982

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Breathing new life into malaria detection Australian scientists have made a significant discovery that could lead to a simple and quick ‘breath test’ for malaria. Researchers at CSIRO, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute and the Australian National University are working on tests for diagnosing malaria by identifying distinctive chemicals that can be detected in the breath of patients infected with the disease. They looked at the breath of volunteers, who had been given a controlled malaria infection as part of existing studies to develop new treatments, and found that the levels of some normally almost undetectable chemicals increased markedly in the breath of the volunteers during the malaria infection. ‘What is exciting is that the increase in these chemicals was present at very early stages of infection, when many other methods would have been unable to detect the parasite in the body of people infected with malaria,’ Dr Stephen Trowell, Research Group Leader at CSIRO said. ‘In addition to its potentially better sensitivity, human breath offers an attractive alternative to blood tests for diagnosing malaria.’

LIVESTOCK TWO-HORSE FLOAT In need of some work, $1000 ono. Ph 0414502222

PETS

Kenny

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Kenny the kitten will make you smitten! This cutie is 8 weeks old & raring to go. Adorably playful & loving, this ginger & white boy is looking for a loving home where he’ll be cuddled & cared for. Need a bit of spice in your life? Just add a bit of ginger! To meet this little man, please visit the Cat Adoption Centre, 124 Dalley St, Mullumbimby. OPEN: Tues 2.30-4.30pm Thurs 3–5pm Sat 10am–12 noon Call AWL 6684 4070 PETS FOR LIFE ANIMAL SHELTER

The beautiful WANDA has a clear message... she wants her own home. Wanda came to us with her kittens, but being small and cute they’ve gone. Wanda is very people friendly and affectionate. She is still a youngster herself, but is old enough to have acquired all the social and smooching skills needed to ﬁt into a new home. Short hair, tabby. p.s. check out those pleading eyes. All cats are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped. Please make an appointment 0403 533 589 Billinudgel petsforlifeanimalshelter.net

been detected using very expensive, laboratory-based instruments, and only in the breath of volunteers experiencing a controlled malaria infection in the clinic. ‘Now we are collaborating with researchers in regions where malaria is endemic, to test whether the same chemicals can be found in the breath of patients,’ Dr Trowell said. ‘We are also working with colleagues to develop very specific, sensitive and cheap ‘biosensors’ that could be used in the clinic and the field to test breath for malaria.’ In 2013, according to the WHO, there were almost 200 million cases and over half a million deaths due to this disease. Currently, malaria diagnosis remains mostly based on using powerful microscopes to look for parasites in blood using a method discovered in 1880. As the world starts to work towards elimination of malaria, there is an urgent need for more sensitive and convenient tests to detect early and hidden cases. The name malaria originally came from the Italian words for ‘bad air’ because it was thought that the disease was caught from the foul smelling air around swamps and marshes.

Shenhua coal mine

HELP challenged over koala impact SAVE A DOG Become a foster carer for CAWI now Look after a dog for one night or longer if you wish. You can choose to foster a small, medium or large dog if you have a big heart and a fenced yard.

Call Carol now on 0488 415 444.

YOLLIE

FOUND: Mobile phone, cnr Banksia Dr & Acacia St, Byron A&I Estate on Monday 4th May. Phone 66858588

The study, published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases, was conducted in two independent studies where experimental drug treatments were being tested in volunteers who had been given a very small dose of infection. Using a sophisticated analytical instrument, the researchers identified four sulphur-containing compounds whose levels varied across the time course of the malaria infection. ‘The sulphur-containing chemicals had not previously been associated with any disease and their concentrations changed in a consistent pattern over the course of the malaria infection,’ Professor James McCarthy, senior scientist in clinical tropical medicine at QIMR Berghofer said. ‘Their levels were correlated with the severity of the infection and effectively disappeared after they were cured. Malaria continues to place a huge health and economic burden on many of the poorest people in the world.’ In an interesting twist, researchers detected foul-smelling compounds – albeit at levels far too low for humans to smell – in the breath of people with malaria. Up to now, these chemicals have only

Yollie is an 8-year-old desexed female Staffy x Dane. She has a beautiful gentle nature and is wonderful with children – she weighs about 30kg. Her owners went to Tasmania and couldn’t take her, sadly. If you can give Yollie a permanent, loving home please contact the Friends of the Pound Rehoming Centre on 07 5524 8590 or Pam on 0421 017 461. Visit friendsofthepound.com to view other dogs and cats looking for a home.

It’s raining 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...

desex your pets!

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A community group has launched a legal challenge in the NSW Land and Environment Court to the approval of Chinese mining company Shenhua’s open-cut coal mine on the Liverpool Plains in northwestern NSW, one of Australia’s most productive farming areas. The Upper Mooki Landcare group, represented by EDO NSW, argues the NSW government approval failed to properly consider whether the mine was likely to significantly affect koalas, a threatened species, as required under the law. If the mine goes ahead it will clear 847 hectares of koala habitat. EDO NSW principal solicitor Sue Higginson said the group will argue that the NSW Planning Assessment Commission (PAC), which approved the mine on behalf of the minister for planning, failed to assess whether the mine would place a viable local population of koalas at risk of extinction, as required by NSW planning laws. Koalas are currently listed as vulnerable to extinction in

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NSW under state and federal law after numbers dropped a third over the past 20 years. This means they are facing a high risk of extinction in NSW in the medium-term future. The PAC stated: ‘The [Gunnedah koala] population has reduced significantly, as a result of droughts and heatwaves, with the estimated reduction of up to 70% since 2009.’ The NSW Office of Environment and Heritage, in its submission to the mine assessment process, stated: ‘The assessment of significance [of impacts] for the koala is totally inadequate. ‘No details of the actual koala population to be impacted upon, or what impact the project will have on the population, is provided.’ The plan for managing the impact of clearing 847ha of the koala habitat noted in the PAC’s report is that ‘the animals will be encouraged to naturally move away from the habitat that is being cleared. If the animals do not naturally move, then a translocation plan will be implemented.’ BYRON BAY BEACH BABES Party strippers, lingerie waitresses, exotic dancers & escorts. 7 days from 4pm Ph 0497641199 www.byronbaybeachbabes.com

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Beyondblue launches new MindMatters initiative for schools Mental health help group Beyondblue has announced the redevelopment of the MindMatters initiative, which will provide secondary school staff with online resources and personal support to help improve the mental health and wellbeing of students. The new redesigned, evidence-informed MindMatters program is launched as a new Beyondblue survey of teachers and principals found that one in five said they were not confident handling mental health issues in their students. Less than half of the 600 teachers and principals questioned by independent social research agency, TNS Social Research, agreed that it was easy to find training tools that help staff address the mental health of their students.

Teaching demands About 50 per cent also said the demands of teaching meant they didn’t have time to attend to the mental health needs of their students. The Commonwealth Department of Health provided funding to Beyondblue to redevelop the MindMatters framework and work with the Principals Australia Institute to sign up 1,500 schools across Australia over the next three years. Beyondblue chairman Jeff Kennett said the new MindMatters initiative enables secondary schools to make mental health and wellbeing a priority, by giving them online training, which is manageable for teachers who are already time-poor, and accessible easyto implement strategies.

‘MindMatters is like a support scaffold that secondary schools can use to create their own unique mental health strategy – choosing the parts that they wish to implement and keeping the best of what they already have in place,’ he said. Beyondblue board director Julia Gillard said the MindMatters initiative was based on the principle that the best mental health strategy is one that prevents issues from arising in the first place.

Awareness ‘I am very pleased to join Jeff in launching this contemporary program, which has been developed in close collaboration with the education sector and the mental health sector. Working with schools to improve the awareness and engagement skills of teachers and other professionals in our schools in addressing mental health issues will help protect mental health for younger Australians from all walks of life,’ she said. ‘Evidence suggests half of mental health conditions emerge by age 14, so this work with impressionable young people in the school environment is vitally important.’ The four key components of the MindMatters mental health framework are: Positive School Community; Student Skills for Resilience; Parents and Families; Support for students experiencing mental health difficulties. For more information and to register for MindMatters, visit www.mindmatters.edu. au.

20 nations call on UN to strengthen two-degrees climate goal The 20 states forming the Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF), chaired by the Philippines, last Friday urged the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change to reconsider the current 2° Celsius climate goal to be reaffirmed at the Paris climate summit (COP 21) this December. Presenting three new independent reports, the Forum described 2°C as ‘inadequate’, posing serious threats for fundamental human rights, labour and migration and displacement, among other factors. ‘The reports underscore just how much difference even half a degree of additional heat makes for people’s lives, for working conditions and for the movement of people,’ said secretary of the Philippines Climate Change Commission, Mary Ann Lucille L Sering.

‘How can we possibly subscribe to more than double current warming given what less than 1°C has entailed? ‘When we see that warming emissions from the energy sector actually stalled last year despite economic growth, or if we look at the unpredicted pace of low-carbon tech uptake, arguments not to strengthen our aims start to wear thin.’ The reports, produced by leading experts and scientists, emphasise the risks of allowing the increase of global temperatures to reach as high as 2°C and connect climate change to human rights, the workplace and migration. Each report addresses information gaps under the UN climate convention’s 2013–2015 review of the current internationally agreed goal to limit the rise in temperatures to not more than 2°C.

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Sport

North Coast news daily:

To the lighthouse or bust (or not) Lisa Parkes

Many of us love the walk to the lighthouse and, let’s face it, it’s a great way to get fit, feel good and enjoy the beautiful area in which we live. Did you know the 10km fun run/walk (to the lighthouse), raising funds for charity, will be held in Byron Bay on 15 October? Commencing at Main Beach, participants will run along the beach to The Pass then around the lighthouse by road, and along Tallow Beach, before returning via the recreation grounds to Clarkes Beach and then along the beach to the start/finish line at Main Beach. This route is designed to make the most of our unique landscape and fits with Byron Bay’s vibrant and healthy outdoor character. We would love to see the whole community become involved with this great event, get fit, have fun and raise money for cancer research.

Having way, way, way too much fun, local runner Bec Smith enjoyed last year’s event so much she is heading back for another trip to the lighthouse on October 15. Photo Tree Faerie

So how should I prepare my body for this event? And what training regime should I follow? The first thing is to establish the goal you wish to achieve. This may be to run

the whole thing, to complete the course within a certain time frame, to run for a certain amount of time, or just to walk the route. Regardless of your goal you need to start a training

regime so that you can attain your goal, and not suffer with aching muscles after the event. Registrations are already open for this year’s event; go to www.byronrun.com.

From Byron to Bowral for country champs NSW Rugby Union Country Championship on the weekend with the Far North Coast (FNC) representative team making the long trip to compete in the two-day carnival. Byron Bay had a strong showing with five of our players – Aaron Shakeshaft, Craig Wallace, Sion King, Harvey Bell and Charles Woollard – all seeing plenty of game time over the weekend. The team was coached by our own Paul Jeffery, who had the difficult task of trying to tame and lead a group of players who are usually foes in the local derbies but come together to represent the far north coast for the Country Champs. The first game was played on Saturday morning against the Mid North Coast Zone team in cold, extremely muddy conditions; however the FNC was able to overcome both the weather and their opposition to kick off their campaign in emphatic fashion. The win gave the boys a shot at making the finals the following day, but standing in their way was an in-form Central North outfit. The wet conditions meant the game was played in close quarters with both forward packs scrambling for precious metres. Despite some lengthy phases and strong attacking manoeuvres from our boys, neither side was able to break

Loving in that good ol’ rugby mud, Byron reps for the Far North Coast team: Harvey Bell, Sion King, Craig Wallace, Paul Jeffery (coach), Aaron Shakeshaft and Charles Woollard.

the deadlock and by the final whistle the scores remained at 0–0. To determine who would progress through to the finals the outcome of the game was decided via a toss of the coin, with the FNC side cruelly losing in the unluckiest of ways The ‘loss’ put our team in a playoff for third position against Western Plains, which was played in atrocious conditions. Attacking flair but an even stronger defensive effort resulted in a comprehensive 20–0 victory for FNC, securing third position for the

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championship. To highlight the impressive performance from the boys, in three games our side went undefeated (on the field) and only conceded the one try. The pick of the players over the entire weekend were Grant Knight, Harry Witt and Harvey Bell. Harvey’s strong showing has brought him into contention for selection in the NSW Country Squad. The good news for Byron supporters, rugby enthusiasts and locals alike is that Byron Bay hosts the Casino Bulls

this coming Saturday 9 May at the Byron Rec Fields. The Bay has had a strong start to the season and is currently sitting third on the table. The team continues to grow and with the arrival of our new prop, Jack Elborn, the forward pack is looking even stronger. So for a fun afternoon of rugby, sunshine (hopefully), cold beverages and community spirit come down and support our local lads as we take on Casino this Saturday – kick-off is 3.20pm. Go The Bay!

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When Australia goes to Rio The latest assessment of sport has predicted the Australian team at next year’s Olympic and Paralympic games in Rio will perform better than it did at the London games in 2012. Releasing the AIS Sports Tally 2015 – the annual report card for Australian sports – AIS director Matt Favier said that high-performance sport was heading in the right direction. ‘The reality is, in cut-throat world class competition, being world’s best comes down to minuscule margins, which makes predicting the future a difficult task,’ Favier said. ‘Australia has made good progress throughout 2014 and I’m confident we will finish well within the top ten in Rio. ‘Should this happen, it will be the first time since the 2000 Olympics an Australian team has improved its overall position from the previous games. ‘Australia’s position in the top ten will be decided by our athletes’ level of conversion from bronze and silver medals to gold medals. ‘The only certainty is that the competition in Rio will be extraordinarily tough. ‘The Glasgow Commonwealth Games last year showed how competitive international sport has become but we are certain the changes made since London under Australia’s Winning Edge have our sports on the right track for long-term, sustainable success.’

Sports Tally was one of a raft of initiatives under Australia’s Winning Edge, a 10year strategy that includes the target of finishing in the top five at the Olympic and Paralympic games. It reviews how Australia’s national sporting organisations have performed over the past year, provides a forecast for the year ahead and an honest and public appraisal of the performance of each Winning Edge-funded sport. ‘The Olympic and Paralympic targets announced under Winning Edge were ambitious, and the plan bold. The one thing that Australians can be sure of is that the AIS remains committed to the Winning Edge strategy,’ he said. In 2014 the AIS oversaw many more changes to the sports sector including the re-allocation of $20 million of high-performance funding among sports, an increased share of funding to our foundation sports from 64 to 71 per cent and a boost in direct athlete funding – or AIS – by $3.6 million. ‘We are building a more agile system under the Winning Edge to get the right support to the right sports and the right athletes and we are committed to making further adjustments to investments where there is a compelling case as Rio approaches,’ he said. From the AIS website: www.ausport.gov.au.

Owing to the fact that this weekend pretty much all sport was cancelled because of the weather, here are some cute little fluffy ducks. Nawwwwww...

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enquiries Sue Ph 6684 1675.

U3A Ballina/Byron At our next meeting at 10am 12 May in the meeting room of the Mullumbimby RSL, Sue Kelly will speak on refugees. All welcome. Enquiries 6680 7350.

VIEW Club

May, 1–3pm, at Masonic Centre, Byron Bay. Info Celia 6684 3623.

Pool Trust AGM The Bangalow Pool Trust Annual General Meeting Monday 25 May 5pm at Barbican Legal Services, 16 Lismore Road, Bangalow. All interested welcome. Contact Peta Heeson 6688 4236.

overnight hiking. Meet Tuesday 12 May at 7pm, upstairs at Pure Comfort in Byron Bay. Phone Steve 0414 312 917.

to talk about her arts practice at the Court House Hotel, Mullumbimby on Monday 11 May at 6pm. All welcome.

Dream Class

Freedom flotilla

On Monday 11 May at 10.30am at Mullumbimby Library Magenta Appel-Pye will run a free class discussing dreams. Bookings not necessary.

Byron Friends of Palestine invite everyone to join the Gaza Freedom Flotilla in the Mullum to Bruns paddle event on 24 May. Details on our Facebook page.

Biggest Morning Tea

Orchid news

Mullumbimby Golf Club Biggest Morning Tea Friday 12 June from 9.30am, hosted by Ellen Briggs, $5 a head, all proceeds to the Cancer Council.

Byron District Orchid Society meets Monday 11 May at Ewingsdale Hall from 7pm. All welcome, more info Penny 6680 1600.

TOOT (Trains On Our Tracks) Annual General Meeting to be held on 19 May 5.30pm at Mullumbimby RSL. More info 6680 4358.

Brunswick Valley VIEW Club next luncheon meeting Thursday 14 May 10.30am at Ocean Shores Country Club, guest speaker Ellie Wilkie (artist). Apologies to Rae 0427 103 072.

Miso making

Chem-free landcare

Hands on practical workshop, Sat 16 May, 9am–1pm at Mullum Community Garden. Contact Ko 0432 071 539 or knowledgempower@ yahoo.com.

Byron Shire Chemical Free Landcare next working bee Saturday, 9 May, 8 am –12 at Brunswick Heads Crown Land Reserve site. More info Nadia 0478 272 300 or go to www.byronshirechemicalfreelandcare.org.

Lone Goat Gallery

U3A Brunswick Valley

Lone Goat Gallery presents Headwaters by Rose McKinley – opening Friday 8 May at 6pm until 27 May. Phone 0490 004 542 / www. lonegoatgallery.com.

Tues 12 May, 10am–noon at the Uniting Church Hall, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads. James Dods will speak about Pathways to Manhood. Phone 6685 1732.

Mullumbimby Branch CWA meeting Wednesday 13 May at 10am in the CWA Rooms Tincogan Street Mullumbimby. Membership

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Overnight hiking

Art talk

Byron Sophia Philosophical Group: J Krishnamurti DVD, Thursday 7

Northern Rivers Bushwalkers are looking for walkers interested in

Gold Coast-based artist Nicola Moss has been invited by C.A.S.E.

Regular As Clockwork

Meditation

information contact Jeni: 6685 7816 or 0439 344 281.

run course. Meetings coaching in communication and self-development run on 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6.40pm at Byron Services Club, Byron Bay. www.byrontoastmasters.org. MullumMagic Toastmasters meet 2nd, 4th and 5th Mondays at 7pm, Presbyterian Church Hall in Mullum. Please call Shanti 6684 8024 for more info.

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Connect Up Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre is hosting Koori Murri Goori Connect Up, a time to reflect sharing experiences of doing creative work, energising oneself. For info call Robin 0459 962 428.

Bay Singers The Bay Singers (BB Community Choir) meets Mondays 10.30–11.30 at the Community Centre each week. More info: easwain@ bigpond.com.

Tuesday Insight Meditation with Radha Nicholson, Ellen Davison and others. Weekly at The Yurt Temple Byron, 7.15–9pm. All welcome. Evening supported by dana (donation). Buddhist 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.

Repair Cafe Mullumbimby’s Repair Cafe at the Mullumbimby campus of Byron Community College in Burringbar Street on Saturdays 9am till 12 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.

Rainbow Dragons

Quota Club of Brunswick Valley meets every 1st Thursday of the month at the Ocean Shores Country Club at 6pm. Ph 0439 733 763 for more info.

Rainbow Dragons Abreast (RDA) welcomes breast cancer survivors (regardless of age, athletic ability or fitness level) for a paddle at Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Head, on Sundays 7.30 for 8am start. Info Marian 6688 4058, mazzerati2010@gmail.com.

Spanish conversation

Repair Cafe

A Spanish conversation group meets every Monday evening in Mullumbimby in order to improve language skills and cultural knowledge. Phone Paco 6684 0242.

Mullumbimby’s Repair Cafe at the Mullumbimby campus of Byron Community College in Burringbar Street on Saturdays 9am till 12 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.

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Toddler Time Song and dance fun for 2–4 year olds, Mondays 9.30–11am, Mullum Neighbourhood Centre. Donation. Enq: 6684 1286.

Impro Improvisation & Performance Peer Practice Mondays 4–6pm at Kulchajam, Byron ind est. More info: Gabrielle 0418 438 396.

Landcare Bangalow Land and Rivercare working bee every Saturday 8.30–10.30am. See www.bangalowlandcare.org.au or call Liz 6687 1309.

Tennis Ocean Shores Tennis Club Mon and Wed mornings 8.30–11.30 at Water Lily Park. New players welcome. Phone 6680 5791.

Oneness blessing Oneness blessing, meditation and healing every Thursday 7pm at Red Tent Yoga studio, Byron industrial estate. By donation. Ring Nura 0427 847 210 for info.

Bushdancing Live music from Hide The Potato with dance caller, last Sunday of every month 3–5pm at Brunswick Heads RSL Hall.

Op shops Uniting Church Op Shop open each Saturday 8am–noon, Dalley St, Mullumbimby. Recycling clothes, household goods, linen. Byron Bay Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am– 1pm. Volunteers needed. For more

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Compassionate The Compassionate Friends is a caring support group for any parent whose child has died at any age. Next sharing meeting at 7.30pm on Thursday 21 May. Enq 6621 4086 or 6621 5558.

Lions meetings Lions for Byron Bay and Suffolk Park meet every 2nd Thursday at the Byron Bay Services Club at 7pm, with a social meeting every 4th Thursday of the month in Suffolk Park. Enquiries 0410 414 423. 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.

Free Yoga Nidra Every Tuesday in Ocean Shores, 2–2.45pm. Contact Heidi 0426 977 575.

Food Box Food Box has recommenced on Thursdays 9.30–11.30am at Uniting Church, Mullumbimby. If you have any sort of Centrelink card you may purchase cheap food, obtain free veges, and enjoy a cuppa.

Cancer support A general cancer-support group in Byron for anyone living in the northern rivers. Info: Ken on 0411 233 755 or David on 0428 187 025, or email david@davidyoung.com. au or kengabe@linknet.com.au.

Carers’ support Mullumbimby Mental Health Carers’ Support Group for family members and friends who have a loved one with a mental health issue. Meeting on 4th Thursday of each month 9.30am at the Mullumbimby Neighbourhood Centre. Info: Leanne 0409 818 643.

TINCAN Tintenbar Community Aid Network runs a series of social activities at the Tintenbar Hall. Info Marg 6687 8033.

End-of-life choices 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.

Toastmasters Byron Cavanbah Toastmasters practise public speaking and leadership through our community-

Bangalow CWA Bangalow CWA is happy to invite anyone who is interested in learning how to knit, crochet or embroider to join us on Wednesdays 9am–2pm or the second Monday of every month 5–7pm. Rooms 6687 0617 or Di Campbell 6685 4694.

CoDA 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.

Liberation Larder The charity that collects, cooks and distributes nutritious food to more than 450 people a week in the Byron Shire needs more volunteers in a variety of roles. Please contact Helen 0439 409 655 or visit liberationlarder.org.

Drug support groups Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the shire. www. aa.org.au. 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. 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 call 6680 7280. Please note: This section is intended for the benefit of nonprofit community groups, not for free events followed up by paid workshops.

Luca Collins. Bookings 6685 8540.

Town garage sale All Town Garage Sale Sat 6 June. Registrations for this year’s Brunswick Heads Old & Gold Festival are now open at Byron Shire Real Estate. Phone: 6685 1003.

Senior Citizens Mullumbimby Senior Citizens meet Monday 11 May in the Pioneer Hall, Gordon Street at 1pm. Phone Roma 6684 2572.

Friendship Tea Ladies’ Friendship Morning Tea in Uniting Church Centre, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads on Wednesday 13 May, 10am–12. All ladies welcome, contact 6685 1487.

Byron Bay library Thursday 7 May 10.30am – ‘The Devil Wears Clogs’ with Jennifer Burge. Thursday 7 May 5.30pm – Creative writing workshop with

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1. Cooked ritual pasta; so a national institution! (9,4) 8. Silver god of Indian city (4) 9. Polite, I give voice, bringing people to the towns (10) 10. Send urgent message about the King – needs aerial transport (5,3) 11. Spy article – get excited (6) 13. Artist to loiter gleefully around pain (3,7) 16. Devils sought by bridge players (4) 17. Deserters come back to number one (4) 18. Deniers win Dorothy (10) 20. Courses with gum, perhaps, as the first course (6) 22. Soda pile changed – converted to a jewel, in fact (8) 24. Woman to turn to opera star? Well, barely, according to legend (4,6) 26. Bash card (4) 27. Huge business conglomerate goes all out in a mint (13)

1. Body in charge of mail services (9,4) 8. City of the Taj Mahal (4) 9. Lifting from savagery (10) 10. Funicular vehicle (5,3) 11. Become heated or very angry (6) 13. Artist who uses hydro-carbon based materials (3,7) 16. Little devils (4) 17. Heavenly body (4) 18. Deniers, those who argue against (10) 20. Course before the main dish (6) 22. Turned into Australia’s precious stone (8) 24. Legendary lady who rode naked through Coventry (4,6) 26. Bludgeon, heavy stick (4) 27. Owned and operating in more than one country (13)

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1. Sadly sang a faint aspirate for this country (11) 2. Delaying tactic for stable (5) 3. About pedal power: it’s ecologically sound (9) 4. Young wild animal takes crowbar to alien! (7) 5. Titanic book (5) 6. River settlement contains small measure of smut (9) 7. Not up to the weight (3) 12. Mad for bonking – mad, as per Huxley! (11) Last week’s solution N070 14. Martin caught in the doorway – it’s C O U C H B U T T E just an act (9) A R E U E R 15. Marcus Garvey organises art safari T R A F A L G A R O E L D S R T (9) B A R I 19. One old crow in a state on a Pacific R E S I S T W E H F C battle site (3,4) A N T I T H E S I S 21. Bacteria – priest holds firm (1,4) U A S A R P L O I S A D A M S A 23. Preserved Peruvian? (5) L I H A R 25. The end of the managers’ C L E A N O U T L A organisation (3) O N S N F B

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Our local councillors have finally grasped the nature of random planning without the aid of staff and are plucking exciting ideas out of the air willy-nilly. No doubt trained professionals will try to add a touch of common sense to these ideas â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and some locals might even want the full details determined in the public arena â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but hey, this is Byron Shire: why let the reality of a warming world get in the way of grand designs?

Not only does the Bat Flats Art Competition have an intriguing name, it also aims to help reduce the mosquito population by making homes for micro-bats. North coast artists are welcome to pick up an entry form at galleriesinthegardens.com.au/ bat-flats-art-competition.

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Kudos to NSW Health for launching a website that aims to boost the number of Aboriginal people working in health professions across the state. Among other things, the Stepping Up website (steppingup.health.nsw.gov.

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