The Byron Shire Echo – Issue 34.01 – June 12, 2019 by Echo Publications

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Police bashing charges Writers Fest reveals full program yet to be determined Paul Bibby Nine months after the NSW police watchdog found that a local senior constable used excessive force when arresting a naked and distressed teenager in Byron Bay, prosecutors still haven’t decided whether or not to lay charges. Community members and senior police have expressed frustration at the extended delay in deciding the fate of the officer, which highlights a significant flaw in the way NSW deals with police misconduct. Footage of the officer repeatedly hitting the youth with a baton in the early hours of January 11, 2018 was aired on national television. The teenager suffered broken ribs, and multiple bruises and abrasions during the incident, which also took a severe psychological toll. The incident became the subject of a public inquiry by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC) which ultimately found that the senior constable, known as ‘Officer E’, struck the teenager 19 times with his baton, including a number of times while the youth was handcuffed.

Excessive force The LECC found that this constituted ‘an inappropriate use of excessive force’ and referred the matter to the NSW Director of Public Prosecutions (NSW DPP) with a recommendation to consider charging Officer E with assault occasioning actual bodily harm. However, despite the passing of many months, there is still no indication from the DPP whether or

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not it will lay charges, much to the frustration of community members and the police themselves. ‘We’ve been waiting nine months to find out whether this officer is going to be charged and I’d like to know why it’s taking so long,’ local youth advocate Niqui Yazdi said. ‘The family has a right to have their day in court – some kind of justice for their son. ‘The Byron community also lost a lot of faith in the police as a result of this incident, and they want to see action taken to stop acts of violence against young people.’ Fellow youth advocate James Wright, 23, said the situation highlighted a flaw in the way police misconduct was dealt with in NSW. ‘The LECC does a great job of investigating incidents like this, but it has no power to move anything on to charges,’ he said. ‘All it can do is pass things on to prosecutors. There’s very clear evidence that the officer acted well beyond his powers’. Byron’s most senior police officer, detective inspector Matthew Kehoe, said it wasn’t just the community that was frustrated by the delay from the NSW DPP. ‘It’s very difficult for that particular officer – he hasn’t got a determination,’ Inspector Kehoe said. ‘It’s also frustrating for Byron police as a whole. Having an officer on administrative duties, which is what this officer has been placed on pending the DPP’s decision, impacts on the overall police responsibilities in the area. ‘It’s not good for the family, it’s ▶ Continued on page 3

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2019 Byron Writers Festival author Benjamin Law with festival team members Anika Ebner, Emily Brugman, Eleanor Blackstock, and Adam Van Kempen (festival chair). Photo Jeff Dawson Byron Writers Festival 2019 (August 2–4) has revealed a program featuring more than 140 Australian and international speakers spanning fiction, memoir, crime, environment, society, politics, poetry, art, comedy, and music. Festival director Edwina Johnson says, ‘Now more than ever, our world needs writers, environmentalists, poets, commentators, politicians, and artists who together can shape stories of hope, courage, and change. Now in its 23rd year, the festival will run 120 sessions over three days at Elements of Byron Resort, as well as writers’ workshops, a program for children, and satellite events in venues across the Northern Rivers region.

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International guests

Revered UK academic and philosopher A C Grayling will deliver the annual Thea Astley Address on the The Crisis of Democracy. UK scientist Julia Shaw will unlock the intricacies of criminal psychology with Making Evil: The Science Behind Humanity’s Dark Side; US writer and musician Claire L Evans will reveal an untold tale of women who made the internet with Broad Band; and one of the world’s foremost experts on forest fires, Stephen Pyne, will share his vast knowledge of fire and environmental history.

International guests include former anti-mafia prosecutor and one of Italy’s best-selling crime authors Gianrico Carofiglio, PEN international president and Gun Love author Jennifer Clement, former LA Times war correspondent and author of Women’s Work Megan K Stack, New York Times best-selling author of Pachinko Min Jin Lee, and Indian poet, novelist, and dancer Tishani Doshi. Kurdish-Iranian refugee and award-winning author of No Friend But The Mountains Behrouz Boochani will appear via live stream from Manus Island where he has been detained since 2013.

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Fiction lineup The fiction lineup includes celebrated writers Markus Zusak ▶ Continued on page 2

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Writers Fest 2019 reveals full program ▶ Continued from page 1 (Bridge of Clay), Gail Jones (The Death of Noah Glass), Toni Jordan (The Fragments), and Jock Serong (Preservation). Additionally, awardwinning novelists Melissa Lucashenko (Too Much Lip), Dominic Smith (The Electric Hotel), Tony Birch (The White Girl), and Tara June Winch (The Yield) will speak. Master crime writer Michael Robotham, and one of Australia’s most successful authors, Di Morrissey, will also feature in conversations with ABC TV’s Jennifer Byrne.

Politics and commentary Former prime minister Kevin Rudd (The PM Years) headlines the political lineup which includes Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young (En Garde), former Greens senator Scott Ludlam, and former leader of the Australian

Democrats and founding chair of Our Watch, Natasha Stott Despoja (On Violence). Writers and commentators Stan Grant (Australia Day and On Identity), Kerry O’Brien (Kerry O’Brien: A Memoir), Peter Greste (The First Casualty), and Leigh Sales (Any Ordinary Day) will unpack the politics of the day as well as discuss their own books.

True stories Inspiring real-life stories will be told by former World Vision CEO Tim Costello (A Lot with a Little), Roman Quaedvlieg, whose memoir Tour de Force outlines his journey from street cop to Australian Border Force chief, Vicki Laveau-Harvie, whose memoir of a dysfunctional family The Erractics won the 2019 Stella Prize, and Caro Llewellyn will tell her powerful story of a world shattered and a life remade (Diving Into Glass).

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UK academic and philosopher A C Grayling will deliver the annual Thea Astley Address on the The Crisis of Democracy. Carly Findlay (Say Hello) will challenge assumptions about what it is like to have a visibly different appearance, and Phil Brown (The Kowloon Kid) and Andrew Stafford (Something To Believe In) will reveal how music has shaped their lives. Award-winning investigative journalists Kate McClymont (Dead Man Walking) and Matthew Condon (The Night Dragon) will tell their tales of betrayal and corruption in the crime underworld.

Social issues Clementine Ford (Boys Will Be Boys), Ginger Gorman (Troll Hunting), John Marsden (The Art of Growing Up), Gabbie Stroud (Teacher), David Gillespie (Teen Brain), Ranjana Srivastava (A Better Death), and Benjamin Law (Growing Up Queer in Australia) will lead important conversations about the issues we face in contemporary life. The ABC’s Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski and journalist Tracey Spicer are among the many popular presenters on hand to host inspiring and compelling conversations with festival guests.

Kerry O’Brien will be at the Writers Fest to talk about his latest book, Kerry O’Brien: A Memoir.

Award-winning fiction author Tara June Winch will discuss her latest work, The Yield.

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Crappiest Refugee) and Mandy Nolan (Women Like Us) will ponder whether everything is up for grabs in comedy, and Lambs of God writer Marele Day will trace the book’s journey from the page to a major television series about to screen on Foxtel. Byron Bay’s love affair with surfing and music combines with bluesman Ash Grunwald discussing his first book Surf by Day, Jam by Night – a collection of candid interviews he did with 15 of the world’s top surfermusicians including Kelly Slater, Stephanie Gilmore, and Jack Johnson. On Sunday, audiences will then get to raise their own voices in communal song with Shire Choir, a rousing festival closer.

Leading writer on climate change, palaeontologist and conservationist Tim Flannery, will discuss the first 100 million years of European history. Bruce Pascoe (Young Dark Emu), Alice Gorman (Dr Space Junk vs The Universe), and filmmaker Damon Gameau (2040: A Handbook for the Regeneration) will consider environmental solutions. The Gourmet Farmer’s Matthew Evans will bring gastronomic passion and forensic research to the question of how to be an ethical carnivore, while Sophie Cunningham, Harry Sadler, and Lisa-ann Gershwin will talk trees, birds and jellyfish. At the angular end of the festival, Eddie Woo will crunch numbers with Adam Spencer in a session called Amazing Mathematics.

Art, comedy, TV, ëŕĎȞŔƖƆĶĈ Celebrated Wiradjuri artist Karla Dickens will join Djanban artist and writer Bronwyn Bancroft to share stories embedded in landscape. Comedians Hung Le (The

Kids and families On Sunday, the Kids Big Day Out program is full of fun and creativity aimed at igniting the imaginations of children and young readers. On hand to entertain and delight are author and illustrator Alison Lester, Tony Flowers, Morris Gleitzman, John Flanagan, Maxine Beneba Clarke, Zoe and Georgia Norton Lodge, and Isobelle Carmody, among many others.

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Satellite events The festival has also partnered with venues throughout the region to present an exciting range of satellite events, including a literary breakfast with Clementine Ford at Harvest Newrybar, a performance with Ailsa Piper at Lismore Regional Gallery, conversations with Dominic Smith at Tweed Regional Gallery and Margaret Olley Art Centre, Tim Costello at The Byron at Byron, and Matthew Evans at the Beach Hotel, as well as the Byron heat of The Australian Poetry Slam at Byron Library.

Sunday locals tickets Residents of Byron, Ballina, Kyogle, Lismore, Richmond Valley, and Tweed council areas can access special $80 Sunday Locals tickets, supported by Stone & Wood. Purchasers will need to present proof of address and are limited to a maximum of two tickets per person. For the full program and tickets visit www.byronwritersfestival.com/festival.

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Bruns public breakfast club vollies wanted Story & photo Vivienne Pearson A new breakfast club at Brunswick Heads Public School aims to ensure that no student will start their day on an empty stomach. The school is calling for community volunteers to help. Relieving principal Melanie Currie says, ‘The before-school time is a time when parents are busy with their own children’. The breakfast club is planned to run five days a week, from 8am until 9am. ‘We are looking for volunteers to help distribute the food,’ says parent coordinator Tahlia Loughnan.

Help the little ones ‘The aim is that students will be relatively self-sufficient, but we need someone there to welcome the children and help out the little ones.’ The club will be run on a no-questions, no-judgment basis. All involved are keen to see what the flow-on effects of the club might be, with research showing

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that breakfast is key to maintaining concentration in class and energy for the playground. Ms Currie is also hopeful that the healthy options on offer will also be appealing for kids who tend to eat highsugar breakfasts. The food for the breakfast

club will be generously provided by Mullum Foodbox. ‘We are so grateful to Gil Lomath for prompting us to think about starting a breakfast club,’ says Ms Currie. ‘If you are keen to help ensure that local kids are getting the best start to their day, please contact Tahlia

on 0490 132 499 or tahliajean21@gmail.com’. If you don’t already have your Working With Children Check, this can be applied for, through Service NSW, at no cost. Tahlia adds, ‘Healthy options will be available to fill young bellies and set them up for a day of success.’

Parking review update for Brunswick Heads The spokesperson for the Brunswick Heads Chamber says a recent meeting with Council staff over parking arrangements for the town was very constructive, and is urging those interested to lobby councillors and attend Council’s June 27 meeting. Chamber spokesperson Kim Rosen told The Echo they provided staff feedback on

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the Traffic & Parking Solution (TPS) consultant’s report, and sought clarification on some of the staff’s own recommendations. At the Byron Shire Council meeting on May 23, councillors resolved to defer discussion on the Brunswick Heads Parking Review for one month, despite an attempt by Greens mayor

Simon Richardson to bring in paid parking. Rosen said, ‘We largely support the findings of the TPS report, which actually did not recommend paid parking, but suggested instead that further monitoring of parking in the 2- and 3-hour zones be undertaken, and that the survey area beyond the CBD block be extended.’

‘We hope that councillors will listen to the community that paid parking is neither needed nor wanted, and instead vote to simply make minor changes to the current timed parking layout, as they did for Bangalow and Mullum’. She added that various community groups, including the Bruns Public School, were also consulted.

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Charges over teen bashing yet to be laid ▶ Continued from page 1 not good for the police and it’s not good for the public. We all deserve to know the outcome.’ A spokesperson for the LECC said the body was not in a position to indicate when a decision would be made about charges against Officer E. ‘The LECC does not have the power to commence proceedings for an offence, unless the DPP has advised the LECC in writing that prosecution may be commenced,’ the spokesperson said. ‘The LECC has referred an advisory brief of evidence to the DPP and is awaiting the advice of that office. No further comment will be made until that advice is received.’

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Push to save Eureka Church Story & photo Eve Jeffery Resting on what must unarguably be one of the prime pieces of real estate in the Byron hinterland is the Eureka Uniting Church. And after 132 years, the property appears likley to hit

the market. Built in 1887, the land on which this church stands was donated for the wellbeing of the local community to the then-Methodist Church in the 1880s by Andrew Johnston, one of the first settlers of Eureka. The church itself was designed

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and built by members of the community, and became the centre of important religious celebrations of births, deaths and marriages. Johnston’s great grandson, Douglas, was still a regular churchgoer there until the presbytery decided to close the church down just over a year ago. President of the Eureka Public Hall Committee Kim Goodrick says the committee were extremely upset to learn recently that the Uniting Church Property Trust had decided to list the church and land on Springvale Road for commercial sale without first offering it to the community for purchase as a community asset. ‘This appears to be in direct contrast to an undertaking that Rev Griffiths made to the Hall Committee by email on November 19, 2018 to consult with the community “when and if any decision was made” to sell the Church,’ says Ms Goodrick. One resident said he felt that the church would end up being the ‘Eureka Coffee House and Souvenir Shop’ or something similar if the

Local residents Don, Peach, and Marin are hoping to retain their church for community use. community were not given the chance to buy the church. Ms Goodrick says that recently the Eureka Hall Committee were informed via a third party that the church has already been listed with a real estate agent.

Unable to meet market rate ‘On enquiry to this real estate agent, the Hall Committee was advised that the church had been offered for sale to the Johnston family at a commercial market rate’. They were sadly unable to meet such high financial

demands, and that one other interested party who had approached the Uniting Church had been notified. ‘This seems to be completely at odds with the undertaking that Rev Griffiths had given to us, and on the surface, appears to lack a level community-mindedness and transparency that one would expect from the Uniting Church.’ Goodrick says that when the Anglican church was similarly offered for sale at Jasper Corner in Federal a decade ago, the community was given the first opportunity to buy the church.

‘This has undoubtedly been a resounding success. All that the Eureka Hall Committee is asking is to have a similar opportunity before this important historical asset is lost to our future generations’. The Echo contacted Rev Robert Griffith, chairperson of the Far North Coast Presbytery of the The Uniting Church in Australia. Mr Griffith said he was not able to make any comments to the media on any issue. He said all media statements come from their Communications Department in Sydney. They have been contacted for comment.

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Local News Shikara Design closes with gratitude It’s the end of an era in Byron Bay as the iconic store, Shikara Design and Kasbah Imports, closes its doors for the last time this week. ‘Time has caught up with us, and we just know it’s time to put our feet up and take it easy after decades of heavy work… nothing we sell is lightweight and we have been keeping the local osteopaths in business for a long time,’ says Julian Millane, who joined forces in 2005 with the enigmatic purple baba, Mohan Govindasamy. For many years, Shikara Design has been the go-to store for exotic wares, furniture, tribal rugs, and rare fine art (as well as philosophical

conversations and banter), and there are very few homes in the Shire that haven’t been embellished with a handcrafted piece from the store. ‘The overwhelming feeling is enormous gratitude,’ says Mohan.

Gave it everything ‘We have lived a blessed life here, as clients have become great friends and fans. We can leave peacefully knowing we gave it everything we have and hold lasting memories of fond friendships in the town.’ Shikara Design closes its doors for the last time in a few days… there are still a few

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It’s already tick season again What was once an unusual number of tick-related cases in dogs and cats presenting at this time of year for vet treatment is becoming more usual say vets on the far north coast. Veterinary nurse and Vet Love’s practice manager Molly Dron says that normally tickinfested dogs and cats come to the Billinudgel clinic over summer; however, ‘We’ve had four cases in the last couple of weeks,’ she said. ‘Once upon a time there was a tick season but these days it seems to be all year around.’ Molly added that the drier summer months bring the ticks out.

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‘Intolerable’ Coorabell road to be upgraded Aslan Shand After almost five years of lobbying by locals at the Coorabell end of Coolamon Scenic Drive, their concerns about road safety will be acted on. A $1.5m allocation has been made to upgrade 16.5km of the road by Transport for NSW for a range of improvements, as part of the

2019–20 funding program. This follows over twentythree crashes in five years, an average of 1,362 vehicle movements a day, and an independent road safety audit that found various ‘intolerable’ risks on an 11.3km stretch of the road between Goonengerry Road and the Pacific Highway. Anthony Stante

spearheaded the campaign and told The Echo, ‘We are pleased to see the funding finally come through, after four to five years of bringing the road safety issue to Council’s attention.’ ‘Safety concerns, agreed by Council’s own traffic committee in early 2015, should not take so long to action. ‘Multiple serious accidents

have occurred in this time as a direct result of the condition of this busy road. ‘Safety concerns were brought to a head in 2016, when our road was signposted as a tourist route, directing more traffic our way without consultation from either RMS or Council with the local residents who live on the road,’ he explained.

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Transport is now the leading source of carbon emissions. Add to that the shortcomings of our local car dominated network and the need for change is clear. Active and alternative options must no longer be an afterthought. They must be at the centre of transport planning for our community. Active and alternative transport options must be accessible and connected for the greatest success. Connectedness or integration means people can conveniently move between footpath, cycleway, bus, and train. Some renewal of town centres will be necessary to achieve this, a process that is already underway.

Pedestrian-friendly town centres The community’s desire for pedestrian-friendly town centres has been embedded into the Byron, Mullumbimby, and Bangalow masterplans. Movement and access studies will guide street design and connectivity for each town. In Byron, a series of east–west pedestrian corridors are planned. In Mullumbimby a green corridor along Stuart Street is proposed. The Bangalow Village Plan prioritises walking and cycling along the rail corridor to provide a link through the town to the sportsfield. Dedicated parking spaces have been made available for a car-share trial in Byron to help reduce overall vehicle numbers. Planning for access and connectivity beyond the town centres is also well advanced. New shirewide bike and pedestrian access and mobility plans have been developed following a high level of resident participation in community workshops. A Shirewide transport strategy is being developed with connectivity,

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Rail corridor Another missing link previously described as the ‘backbone of an integrated transport network’ is of course the rail corridor. It remains the best option for public transport because it more directly links the centres of our towns. The potential to link otherwise isolated bus services and active corridors by using the rail corridor not only provides many more travel options for people, but it also helps

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to make new services viable through increased patronage. Council’s study into the multi-use activation of the rail corridor within Byron Shire will be presented to the Council meeting at the end of June. And the news is encouraging. The engineering assessment concludes that the line is in ‘surprisingly’ good condition including key components such as the rails, formation, ballast, and drainage. The study looks at six possible options for the corridor. Based on an economic assessment, the best performing option is for multi-use walking, cycling, and a hi-rail shuttle. Hi rail is a system using light rail motors that can run on rail and road providing flexibility and ability to connect areas beyond the rail corridor. The rail motors can be linked in sets of two to four and each can be quickly delinked along the way to pick up, and connect with other transport links. A social assessment is included with a brief to stand in our community and identify the benefits through our eyes. In particular the benefits of better tourism management, and local benefits not considered by earlier studies, were shown to be significant. Combining local commuter and tourist visitor needs means the study is better able to support funding for tourism infrastructure. Finally, I would like to acknowledge and thank the many residents, TIAC community representatives, tourism industry representatives, and community groups who have helped shaped Council’s transport planning in recent months. This body of work demonstrates that Council and community are committed to a cleaner, better connected, and sustainable transport future. Q Cr Basil Cameron is chair of the Transport and Infrastructure Advisory Committee (TIAC).

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For many years, The Echo’s Lilith has been known for delivering Byron Shire its weekly horoscope, but you may not know that our resident stargazer is also a dancer. Lilith has been teaching hula in Byron since she formed the Bay’s first hula group, The Hulahines, in 2006. She says, ‘I started Byron Bay Hula – Mana Aloha Troupe seven years ago when I was 70. On my 77th birthday, my students presented me with a book they’d had printed of our last seven years together – it’s my most precious possession’. Lilith says that classes are fun. ‘We laugh a lot, and deeply,’ she says. ‘Classes

Lilith and the Hawai’ian Hula dance troupe. Photo Veda Turner touch on history, geography, botany, meditation, language, poetry, imaginative interpretation, emotional expression, chanting, dance, releasing stress, personal growth, learning to work with group dynamics… the list goes on. ‘Fortunately for me as a teacher, husbands of students

are usually so delighted by the results of hula class in their partners they’re happy to mind the kids, carry equipment, and take videos. ‘Our hula husbands are a very valued support.’ For more info, visit the Byron Bay Hula Facebook page, email alohalilith22@gmail.com, or call 0417 633 080.

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Byron High School play, June 25–28 Federal election results snapshot Simone Museth Byron Bay High School is hosting its third annual theatre production, presented by the Year 11 drama class. This year, the play being staged is Angela Betzien’s Children of the Black Skirt, a haunting Australian gothic fairytale suitable for teenagers and adults. The three nights of this production are part of Byron Bay High’s 2019 Winter Arts Festival, which is a monthlong event, hosting a variety of drama, music, and dance performances and art exhibitions over several dates. Following on from the critical acclaim of Byron High’s 2018 production of Betzien’s hard-hitting and powerful play War Crimes, the school has again chosen to showcase their students’ talents through celebrating this versatile contemporary playwright and her ability to tell uniquely Australian stories with grit and empathy. In Children of the Black Skirt, three wandering children, lost in the bush, stumble across an abandoned,

Photo from rehearsals. haunted orphanage. It is here where they play dress-ups and magically enter into a timeless world, recreating the stories of Australia’s ‘lost children’, in order to free their tormented spirits forever. The cruel figure of the silent but terrifying Black Skirt floats menacingly through the corridors, wielding her enormous scissors and watching the children’s every move. From 18th century England and convict times to World War II and the stolen generation, the stories of the

orphanage’s young restless spirits are told one by one, and the audience are transported through a frank and emotive historical journey. The stories are, of course, ones of harshness and despair, yet the characters and their experiences will resonate with you long after the play is over. And they are stories that desperately need to be told. The talented students have taken on both acting and technical roles and have worked tirelessly over a three-month period to bring this important play to life. The play will run over three nights – Tuesday 25, Thursday 27 and Friday 28 June from 7pm in the BBHS Performing Arts Centre. Tickets are now on sale and are available at the front office or by calling 6685 8188. Please be advised that parental guidance is recommended, as the play may be frightening for younger primary school students. Q Simone Museth is director

and drama teacher at Byron Bay High School.

Now the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) has completed the count for the electorate of Richmond in the federal election, The Echo has produced this graph showing how each shire voted. This graph of first preference votes shows Byron Shire had a much larger Greens and IMOP vote and fewer informal ballots compared to the rest of the electorate. After preferences, Labor’s Justine Elliot was re-elected. Data from www.aec.gov.au.

Richmond electorate voting by local government area

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Tweed Shire polling places

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Byron Shire polling places

Ronald McDonald, Sust Aus 1,651 Hamish Mitchell, UAP 2,492 Morgan Cox, CDP 669 Justine Elliot, Labor 17,269 Ray Karam, Independent 766 Tom Barnett, IMOP 442 Matthew Fraser, The Nationals 21,584 Michael Lyon, The Greens 7,252 Formal 52,125 Informal 4,745

2.9% 4.4% 1.2% 30.4% 1.3% 0.8% 38% 12.8% 8.3%

Ronald McDonald, Sust Aus 465 Hamish Mitchell, UAP 304 Morgan Cox, CDP 152 Justine Elliot, Labor 5,137 Ray Karam, Independent 220 Tom Barnett, IMOP 442 Matthew Fraser, The Nationals 3,378 Michael Lyon, The Greens 7,315 Formal 17,413 Informal 1,213

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Ballina Shire polling places 2.5% 1.6% 0.8% 27.6% 1.2% 2.4% 18.1% 39.3% 6.5%

Ronald McDonald, Sust Aus 536 Hamish Mitchell, UAP 594 Morgan Cox, CDP 323 Justine Elliot, Labor 5,979 Ray Karam, Independent 332 Tom Barnett, IMOP 125 Matthew Fraser, The Nationals 8,079 Michael Lyon, The Greens 3,109 Formal 19,077 Informal 1,412

2.6% 2.9% 1.6% 29.2% 1.6% 0.6% 39.4% 15.2% 6.9%

Police appeal for missing Belgian backpacker As the search for missing Belgian backpacker Theo Hayez continues, police have renewed their appeal for public assistance to help locate the man. The 18-year-old was last seen about 11pm on Friday May 31 at a hotel on Jonson Street. Police were alerted on Thursday June 6 when he failed to return to his hostel and could not be contacted

or located. Serious concerns are held for his welfare as his passport and personal belongings were all located at the hostel. Police say it does not appear that Mr Hayez has made any financial transactions since his disappearance or used his mobile phone. Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 1800 333 000.

Theo is described as approximately 180cm to 190cm tall, with a thin build and blond hair.

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Southern Cross University’s research breakthrough is a game changer for the future of the Great Barrier Reef. Professor Peter Harrison and his team are undertaking the largest collaborative effort in history to regenerate the reef using millions of coral spawn. The ‘Larval Restoration Project’ aims to repair the reproductive life cycles of corals and to re-establish breeding populations on damaged and bleached reefs. What we learn here in our own backyard we take to the world.

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Byron Bay gets noted in Europe – for overtourism Aslan Shand Byron Bay has featured in a European Union (EU) study on overtourism. It was one of 12 non-EU, and the only Australian, destination included in the study. Meanwhile, the Destination Byron tourist symposium took place in Byron Bay last Friday. Overtourism is a relatively new term that looks at the broader impact of tourism on the ‘the social, ecological, economic, physical, psychological, and/or political capacity of destinations’ according to the study Overtourism: impact and possible policy responses. ‘While overcrowding is seen by the industry as an issue that mainly stands in the way of continued growth, the impacts of overtourism can represent an existential risk for destinations around the world,’ the study states. ‘Uncontrolled tourism development can cause significant damage to landscapes, seascapes, air and water quality, as well as the living conditions of residents, causing economic

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desire of the state government to use Byron Bay as a key element in attracting tourists to NSW and Australia. ‘Overtourism will remain a problem if the stakeholders on the local and higher levels do not align,’ the study states.

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‘On the local level, there is a growing awareness that chasing the extra growth is undesirable but this is at odds with the NSW government’s goal of doubling overnight visitor expenditure by 2020.’ The study also recognised

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Order of Australia for Big Scrub founder Across the country on Monday, Australians were honoured for the Queen’s birthday. Locally, Big Scrub Landcare president Dr Tony Parkes has been appointed as an Officer (AO) of the Order of Australia for distinguished service to conservation and the environment through the restoration of critically endangered subtropical rainforest in northern NSW. Parkes says he is delighted that this award recognises services to conservation. ‘I accept this award on behalf of the many extraordinary people who are dedicated to saving from extinction Australia’s many endangered species and ecosystems, particularly critically endangered lowland subtropical rainforest and its rich biodiversity,’ he said. Dr Parkes co-founded Big Scrub Landcare in 1993 and has been its president since. This is not the first time he has been

in 2016 and the NSW Individual Landcarer of the Year in 2001 and 2015. He is the founder and executive chairman of the Big Scrub Foundation; he was the co-founder and Chair (1999–2006) of Rainforest Rescue, the chairman (1993–2011) and he was the vice-chair (2012–2014) of Envite Environment.

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Other appointments include the chair of the Richmond Regional Vegetation Committee and the vice-chair of the Richmond Catchment Management Committee. The Order of Australia is the principal means of recognising outstanding members of the community at a national level. The honour of Officer of the Order of Australia recognises the commitment and service of people like Dr Parkes to building a better and more positive Australia.

Climate journalist Dahr Jamail speaks in Mullum, June 26 Award-winning US climate journalist Dahr Jamail will speak at the Mullum Civic Memorial Hall on Wednesday June 26 from 7pm. Jamail spent a decade as a war correspondent and was one of the first reporters on the ground in Iraq to denounce the war as an illegal invasion. Initially vilified by the mainstream press, he went on to win numerous prestigious awards for journalism, including the 2018 Izzy Award, considered the highest honour for independent journalism in the USA. For the past five years, Jamail has concentrated almost exclusively on climate disruption and has become one of the foremost climate journalists in the world. In his recent book The End of Ice: Bearing Witness and Finding Meaning in the Path of Climate Disruption Jamail travels the globe interviewing people who are affected by climate change firsthand. He examines climate science, its implications and the challenges that climate change poses to every living thing on the planet. Above all, Jamail invites

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‘He is a superb journalist in the most honourable tradition of that craft’ – Howard Zinn us to consider how life might be lived in the face of this existential threat. ‘His is one of the most critically important voices of our time’, say event organisers, The Ngara Institute. They say they are delighted to be supporting this event – ‘an unmissable opportunity to listen to one of the most critically important voices of our time’. Q For more information visit www.dahrjamail.net.

Food retail workshop June 26 Those who work in the retail food industry are invited to attend a free retail and food service information session, to be held at Byron Bay Services Club on Wednesday June 26 from 9.30am till 12.15pm. Organised by the NSW Food Authority, organisers say the session is an opportunity to learn about food

safety, food-handling skills, and the latest information about how to make sure customers are not exposed to foodborne diseases. For more information about the session contact the NSW Food Authority on 1300 552 406, food.lgu@dpi. nsw.gov.au or visit www. foodauthority.nsw.gov.au/ frpgroupbyron.

Draft Belongil Creek entrance opening strategy on exhibition As part of the ongoing management of the Belongil Creek estuary and catchment, Council has developed a long-term strategy for the estuary opening. Belongil Creek is known as an intermittently closed and open lake or lagoon, or ICOLL, with the sandbar at the mouth of the creek periodically opening to the ocean. Council staff say ICOLLs are common on the Australian coastline with Tallow Creek, at Suffolk Park, another local example.

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James Flockton, Council’s flood engineer, said Belongil Creek often opens naturally to the ocean, but there are times when there is a buildup of sand so the creek is closed for periods resulting in flooding in the catchment, including on private property. The draft strategy is on public exhibition until June 28 at www.byron.nsw.gov. au. A drop-in session is planned at the Byron Bay Library on June 14, from 1.30pm till 3.30pm.

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Local News Local Labor MP replies Young go for the Old & Gold to questions over police raids on media Hans Lovejoy As the dust settles around aggressive raids targetting the ABC and Newscorp journalist Anninka Smethurst, by the Australian Federal Police (AFP), The Echo asked local federal MP Justine Elliot (Labor) whether she believed the raids were an attempt to silence the media over embarrassing government criticism – and as ABC chair Ita Buttrose suggested – ‘intimidate’. Elliot replied in general terms, and did not answer the following questions: ‘Why has it been so difficult for Parliament to enact a bill of rights into Australian law?’ and, ‘Labor supported the laws that facilitated the AFP raids. Why do politicians claim to support freedom of speech and a free press, yet support laws that are the opposite to that view?’ Elliot replied, ‘The principle of the freedom of the press is central to Australian democracy’.

‘We should be looking at how national security laws have been administered by this government – looking at whether or not they appropriately reflect the balance in Australian democracy that Australians expect. ‘Australians do expect that we pass appropriate national security laws. ‘They do expect parliamentarians to ensure that agencies have the power to enable Australians to be kept safe. ‘But Australians also expect appropriate freedoms to be protected and appropriate oversight of the exercise of those powers’.

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Byron Shire Council Notices COUNCIL CONTACT DETAILS Council Administration Centre 70 Station Street, Mullumbimby Opening hours 8.30am to 4.30pm Phone 02 6626 7000 Email council@byron.nsw.gov.au Website www.byron.nsw.gov.au Emergency after hours 02 6622 7022 Works Depot 02 6685 9300 SES Controller 02 6684 3444 Rural Fire Service 02 6671 5500 Byron Resource Recovery Centre 1300 652 625 Cavanbah Centre 02 6685 5911 In Byron? Customer service for general enquiries now at Byron Visitor Centre, 80 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 12.00pm and 12.30pm to 4.00pm or phone 02 6626 7000. Card only payments accepted at this location. Documents on exhibition are available for viewing at the customer service centre in Mullumbimby and on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Public-Notice.

MAKE A SUBMISSION Submissions may be made to Council in the following ways: Online:

www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Council/Make-a-submission

Written: Address to: General Manager, Byron Shire Council, PO Box 219, Mullumbimby NSW 2482 Email:

submissions@byron.nsw.gov.au

Please be aware that all submissions will be made public in accordance with Schedule 1 Part 3 Clause 1(a)(vi) of the GIPA 2009 Regulations as applicable including both the substance of the submission and the identity of the author. For further assistance please contact our Records team on 02 6626 7113.

CURRENT VACANCIES Apply for a job at Council. For current vacancies refer to www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-at-Byron-Shire-Council/ Current-vacancies.

CLASSIFICATION OF LAND AS OPERATIONAL Council proposes to purchase Lot 1 DP 847910 being the former Byron District Hospital site in Byron Bay. Upon purchase of the land, Council proposes to classify Lot 1 DP 847910 as operational land under the Local Government Act 1993. In accordance with Section 34 of the Local Government Act 1993 interested persons are invited to make submissions about this proposal within 28 days. Submissions should be in writing and addressed to the General Manager, Byron Shire Council, PO Box 219 Mullumbimby 2482 or sent by email to submissions@byron.nsw.gov.au. Emailed submissions to this address only will be acknowledged. Submissions open: 12 June 2019 Submissions close: 10 July 2019

The following Council meetings are scheduled for June 2019:

20 June 2019 – 11:00am – Planning Meeting

There are no meetings scheduled during the winter recess, July 2019. Council meetings are held in the Council Chambers at Station Street, Mullumbimby. Agendas are available one week prior to the meeting on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Council/Council-meetings/AgendasMinutes and at Council’s administration centre in Mullumbimby. Enquiries: Heather Sills 6626 7171

PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING & ASSESSMENT ACT, 1979 The following development applications have been received by Byron Shire Council and may be viewed on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/development-applications-on-exhibition, or at the Council administrative centre during ordinary ofﬁce hours. Development Application No: 10.2018.650.1 Property Address:

98-106 Jonson Street BYRON BAY (Lot 6 DP 619224, Lot 9 DP 619509)

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Proposed Development: Mixed Use Development for Tourist and Visitor Accommodation (Hotel 146 Rooms), Function Centre and Retail Premises (Shops and Food and Drink Premises) with a Clause 4.6 Variation to Floor Space Ratio and Height Controls Byron Shire Council is the consent authority, and the Northern Region Joint Planning Panel has the function of determining the application pursuant to State Environmental Planning Policy (State and Regional Development) 2011 and Schedule 4A of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The application will be on exhibition for a period of four weeks from 30 May 2019 to 26 June 2019 Any submissions made in respect of the application should be made to Byron Shire Council, but will be provided to the Joint Regional Planning Panel and may be viewed by other persons with an interest in the application. For further information on making a submission please refer to the factsheet ‘Making a submission on a development application’ available at council or on line at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/ submissions-on-development-applications. There are also requirements in relation to the disclosure of political gifts and donations. Refer to Council’s website to satisfy yourself that you are complying with your disclosure obligations prior to lodging a submission at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/political-donations. Please quote the development application and property description when making a submission.

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APPLICATIONS APPROVED 10.2019.118.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, 97-105 Dalley Street Alterations and Additions to existing Commercial Premises 10.2019.237.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, 24 Corella Crescent Dwelling House and Swimming Pool 10.2019.165.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, 20 Cockatoo Crescent Dwelling House and Secondary Dwelling

For information on making a submission, and where to address it, refer to the “make a submission” section within Council’s advertising.

10.2019.97.1 – BYRON BAY, 6/71 Centennial Circuit Mobile A-Frame Sign

TEMPORARY LICENCE PART LOT 3 DP 706286 Council is proposing to license part Lot 3 DP 706286, 249 Ewingsdale Road Byron Bay, known as the Cavanbah Centre, for a period of six (6) months to the Byron Farmers Market Inc for the purpose of temporary relocation of weekly farmers markets. In accordance with Section 47 of the Local Government Act 1993 interested parties are invited to make submissions about this proposal within 28 days. Submissions should be in writing and addressed to the General Manager, Byron Shire Council, PO Box 219 Mullumbimby 2482 or sent by email to submissions@byron.nsw.gov.au. Emailed submissions to this address only will be acknowledged. Submissions open: 29 May 2019 Submissions close: 26 June 2019 All submissions will be made public in accordance with schedule 1 clause 4(i) of the GIPA 2009 Regulations as applicable including both the substance of the submission and the identity of the author. For further assistance contact the Records Team on 02 6626 7113.

27 June 2019 – 9:00am – Ordinary Meeting 27 June 2019 – 2:00pm – Byron Shire Reserve Trust Committee Meeting

Information relating to these applications as required by Schedule 1, Division 4, Clause 20(2) of the EP&A Act is also available online

Enquiries: Ralph James 02 6626 7228

Enquiries: Paula Telford Leasing Coordinator 02 6626 7300

JUNE COUNCIL MEETINGS

DEVELOPMENT CONSENTS In accordance with Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EP&A Act), notiﬁcation is hereby given of the following development consents granted by Council. The consents listed are available to view Online at Council’s website www.byron.nsw.gov.au/ﬁnd-a-DA.

PROPOSED LEASE FOR PORTION OF PUBLIC ROAD RESERVE IMMEDIATELY IN FRONT OF THE PROPERTY AT 77 MASSINGER STREET BYRON BAY Council proposes to lease a portion of the road reserve immediately in front of 77 Massinger Street being Strata Plan 90353 for a period of 5 years for the purpose of a children’s tree house. In accordance with Section 154 of the Roads Act 1993 interested persons are invited to make submissions about this proposal within 28 days. Submissions should be in writing and addressed to the General Manager, Byron Shire Council, PO Box 219 Mullumbimby 2482 or sent by email to submissions@byron.nsw.gov.au. Emailed submissions to this address only will be acknowledged. Submissions open: 5 June 2019 Submissions close: 3 July 2019

10.2019.42.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, 1660-1670, Coolamon Scenic Drive Boundary Adjustment 10.2019.197.1 – MULLUMBIMBY CREEK, 7 Grand Valley Court Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House 10.2019.41.1 – BYRON BAY, 69 Paterson Street Alterations and Additions to existing Dwelling House and New Swimming Pool 10.2018.137.1 – EUREKA, 149 Federal Drive Rural Land Sharing Community (Multiple Occupancy) consisting of Fifteen (15) Dwelling Sites 10.2018.463.1 – MIDDLE POCKET, 15 Middle Pocket Alterations and Additions to existing Dwelling and New Bed and Breakfast Accommodation 10.2019.75.1 – BYRON BAY, 28-30 Bangalow Road Alterations and Additions to Existing Motel Including Four (4) New Rooms, Extension of Driveway, Additional Four (4) Car Spaces and Tree Removal 10.2019.12.1 – BANGALOW, 32-34 Byron Street Change of Use retail Premises to Restaurant and Modiﬁcation of Consent 10.2017.280.1 to Change Approved Motel Units to Shop Top Housing 10.2019.64.1 – BANGALOW, 50 Parrot Tree Place Multi Dwelling Housing comprising One (1) Detached Dwelling and Two (2) Attached Dwellings 10.2019.256.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, 22 Corella Crescent Dwelling House 10.2018.599.1 – BYRON BAY, 6 Paciﬁc Vista Drive Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House 10.2019.113.1 – BANGALOW, 2/174 Fowlers Lane Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House New Swimming Pool 10.2018.498.1 – BYRON BAY, 18 Sunrise Boulervard Alterations and additions to an approved boarding house – two (2) new boarding rooms and conversion of one (1) managers suite to a boarding room (total 22 rooms inclusive). 10.2019.157.1 – MAIN ARM, 802 Main Arm Road Dwelling House 10.2019.144.1 – MCLEODS SHOOT, 236 St Helena Road Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House 10.2018.626.1 – MIDDLE POCKET, 252 Middle Pocket Road Change of Use of Studio and Farm Workers Facility to Dual Occupancy (Detached) 10.2018.564.1 – SUFFOLK PARK, 64 Corkwood Crescent Dual Occupancy (Attached), Swimming Pool, Detached Double Garage and Pergola

Enquiries: Paula Telford 02 6626 7300

10.2015.795.2 – BRUNSWICK HEADS, 35 Bayside Way S4.55 To Delete Condition 35(c) relating to Right of Way

For information on making a submission, and where to address it, refer to the “Make a submission” section within Council’s advertising.

10.2005.759.3 – BYRON BAY, 26 Burns Street S4.55 to modify location of Dwelling, Additions to Dwelling and Swimming Pool

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10.2018.65.2 – BRUNSWICK HEADS, 10 Riverside Crescent S4.55 Relocate Laundry

ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING & ASSESSMENT ACT, 1979 The following development applications (DA) have been received by Council and require exhibition in accordance with Development Control Plan 2014 (A14). The DAs may be viewed online at Council’s website www.byron.nsw.gov.au/ﬁnd-a-DA or by using the Online Kiosks at Councils Customer Service Centre during normal ofﬁce hours. DA submissions can be lodged using an online form via Council’s eServices Portal. Once you have viewed a copy of the DA, select ‘Make a Submission’ to lodge a submission directly with Council. Information on making a submission is available at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Make-a-submission-on-a-DA. If you are making a submission, there are requirements in relation to the disclosure of political gifts and donations. Refer to Council’s website to satisfy yourself that you are complying with your disclosure obligations prior to lodging a submission www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Political-donations-disclosure. Please quote the development application and property description when making a submission.

EXHIBITION CLOSES 19 JUNE 2019 There are no DAs for advertising in the newspaper for this date

EXHIBITION CLOSES 26 JUNE 2019 10.2013.587.5 – Byron Bay, 108-110 Jonson Street (Lot 7 DP 619224, Lot 6 DP 619224, Lot 8 DP 617509, Lot 9 DP 617509) Mercato on Byron Pty Ltd, S4.55 for Permanent Access Arrangements (Amended Plans)

10.2018.344.2 – SUFFOLK PARK, 16 Macgregor Street S4.55 to Modify Media Room in Dwelling House 10.2018.460.3 – BYRON BAY, 73 Paterson Street S4.55 to Remove Entry Way 10.2012.269.5 – BYRON BAY, 144 AND 112 Bayshore Drive S4.55 to Modify Condition 2 to Extend the Term of the Trial 10.2017.548.2 – BANGALOW, 2 Staghorn Court S4.55 to Increase the ﬂoor area of a Secondary Dwelling and Balcony 10.2001.687.3 – BRUNSWICK HEADS, 285 Gulgan Road S4.55 for Use of Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House 10.2018.401.3 – BYRON BAY, 2 Seaview Street S4.55 to Delete Condition 2 Water and Sewerage from Consent 10.2018.642.2 – EWINGSDALE, 58 Plantation Drive S4.55 to reduce of Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House 10.2016.722.5 – BROKEN HEAD, 657B Broken Head Road S4.55 to Modify Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House The following applications have not been granted approval by Council, but are listed for the information of the community:

APPLICATIONS REFUSED 10.2019.107.1 – BYRON BAY, 5 Banksia Drive Change of Use to Indoor Recreation Facility (Gym)

DEFERRED APPROVAL APPLICATIONS 10.2019.6.1 – MULLUMBIMBY, 51 Melaleuca Drive Use of Shed as Secondary dwelling and Use of Bails as Studio

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ĕžƖĕƆƐƆ ćƖĶōĎ ë ĈşŔŔƖŕĶƐƷȞ John Bennett Ever thought about the long-term future of the Northern Rivers and how you can help it to be a better place to live for all? I am a great believer in the saying ‘money is like manure, if you pile it up it stinks, it’s made to spread around’. One of the best ways to spread it around is to make a bequest to the Northern Rivers Community Foundation (NRCF). I really support the idea of bequests. My old friend Tony Narracott had done so much to help the youth of Byron Shire so when he knew his time was near, I took him to lunch and put this proposal to him: ‘Tony, our community would really like to remember you in perpetuity, so how about you set up a named fund with NRCF, the Tony Narracott Youth Fund, which will support our local youth long after you’ve gone’. He immediately agreed to donate $20,000 and gave a cheque for this amount to his son Andrew to give to the NRCF when he died a few months later. This Youth Fund has now grown to well over $100,000 and has allowed Tony’s dream to come true.

Registered charity The Northern Rivers Community Foundation (NRCF) is a registered charity operating since 2004, with full ATO deductible gift recipient status. Donations are pooled and ethically invested in a perpetual fund with the tax-free income distributed through carefully managed and strategically targeted annual grants programs to local community organisations. Since 2004, it has distributed well over $1.5m to 98

John Bennett and Jennifer Regan. Photo www.buttery.org.au local organisations across the Northern Rivers, from Grafton to Tweed Heads, in areas such as disadvantaged youth, education, the homeless, the disabled, and victims of abuse. It is overseen by a board of volunteers including lawyers, social workers, accountants, financial experts, local business people, and community leaders. Overheads are kept to a bare minimum. You can help the NRCF help others in two ways: Firstly, by giving one-off donations or regular monthly contributions or, secondly, by leaving a bequest in your will. Leaving a bequest ensures that the vital support we provide to your community will keep going well beyond your lifetime, by ensuring that the Foundation continues indefinitely.

Held in perpetuity A bequest to our local giving fund will be held in perpetuity, along with gifts of other generous donors, and the income from them distributed annually to those in most need. Bequests of $25,000 and over can be used to establish your own named, themed, or memorial sub-fund, for example The John Smith Memorial

Subfund. Family and friends can also contribute to your fund thereby keeping your memory and passion alive. Bequests happen after you die so you are protecting your cash flow now but planning to help support a cause you really believe in. On the other hand, if you have spare cash now it’s great to give now and get the satisfaction of making a difference. A few years ago I told the NRCF that I would leave a bequest to the foundation and it was not until I had a suspected heart attack while travelling and was on my way to Oberon Hospital that I thought ‘Oh no, I haven’t updated my Will yet’. So with help from my solicitor, I did soon after. My philosophy was to make sure I looked after my family first, but I also believe that ‘one should give one’s children enough so they have a bed to sleep in but not so much that they won’t get out of bed’. I then spoke to each of my three children and asked them if they would agree to my bequest where I split my major asset – some shops in Byron Bay – equally among the three of them and the foundation. I was thrilled that all three agreed immediately

and supported the idea wholeheartedly. My bequest is split two-thirds to the youth of Byron, Lismore and Ballina Shires, and one-third to the SCU/Bowen Education Fund, set up by my very good friends Peter and Julie Bowen. To give me a long-lasting connection, I requested that my daughter Melanie Rowsell and Jules Hunt sit on the Grants Committee for the Youth Fund and my wife Jennifer Regan and Peter Bowen do so for the Education Fund. Everyone should have a Will. If you haven’t got around to it yet, maybe start modestly and add more later. If you don’t have a solicitor we suggest you contact one, and I am happy to provide the contacts of local solicitors who are both NRCF supporters and well experienced in estate law. They can help you decide what type of gift you’d like to leave: a sum of money, or perhaps you’ve got property or shares, or are thinking to give a percentage or ‘residue of your estate’. Of course, it is important to look after your family first, and then think of the NRCF and those less fortunate in our community. Having lived here in the Northern Rivers for 38 years, more than half my life, I feel a very strong bond to the area and have great faith that the Northern Rivers Community Foundation is extremely well managed and will continue to help those in need for many years to come. Should anyone wish to discuss bequests with me, as the Bequest Ambassador for the NRCF, in confidence, I will be very happy to talk to them. Please call me on 0416 050 755 or email me on johnbennettcedar@gmail.com.

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PopCar launches car-sharing in Byron A new car-sharing service launched last week is hoping to change the way we drive around the Byron Shire. PopCar say they offer a ‘more sustainable way for drivers to access cars when they need them’, and operates in specific locations across Sydney, Melbourne, and Canberra. The joint pilot program with Byron Shire Council will see PopCar provide ten hybrid cars to the area for short-term use. PopCar director Anthony Welsh says the Council partnership will provide eight specific parking spaces in Byron Bay and two parking spaces in Mullumbimby, ‘to enable residents to pick up a

car from a convenient location’. Mayor Simon Richardson says the program will test the market and see if there is a long-term potential for a carsharing service in the Shire. ‘We know that Byron residents keenly support sustainability initiatives and that’s why we partnered with PopCar as they can offer hybrid cars to reduce congestion with lower-emission cars’. Any licensed driver over the age of 18 will be able to use the car-share service, say PopCar, ‘which will take care of all running costs of the cars including registration, fuel, insurance and maintenance’.

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New govcorp policy Given recent events, The Echo will now fall into line with the wishes of the government and police. The brave officers who used laws – that were also supported by Labor – to invade the ABC offices did so because of national security concerns. Henceforth, the words national security shall be never questioned again, owing to new government policy and operational matters. As such, all news content that would embarrass MP Dutton, PM Morrison and any Liberal-National MP will now be redacted. Key new government policy also includes promoting traditional patriarchal roles and a clear hierarchy, which harks back to Australia’s glorious past. Additionally, ‘corruption’ by public officials will now not be questioned by anyone. A new language frame of corruption will be used, which is a corruption of purity, not law. The independence of Australia’s legal system will now be under a full and extensive review, with a likely outcome being that all courts will be required to adhere to LiberalNational policy. Science and eduction shall be redirected towards the new government policy of enhancing the cause of a dominant and triumphant nation. Education that leans towards sympathising with the enemy will be redacted and fall under immediate review. This also applies to gender-fluid and feminism studies, as it conflicts with the government’s first stated aim of maintaining strong patriarchal roles. Unpatriotic media claim that the government lies. This is incorrect; everything is viewed through the prism of emotion, not truth. The reality, as perceived by the majority of the population, is that the left, unions, intellectuals, and minorities are all unpatriotic and threaten national security. Unpatriotic critics may say these measures are extreme, yet there are sound underpinnings to this new government policy. It harks back to the Greek ages, many thousands of years ago. In Book 8 of Plato’s Republic, Socrates argues that people are not naturally led to self-governance, but rather seek a strong leader to follow. Democracy, according to Plato, is a self-undermining system whose very ideals lead to its own demise. Joseph Goebbels (1897–1945) said, ‘This will always remain one of the best jokes of democracy – that it gave its deadliest enemies the means by which it was destroyed’. A unified commitment to the policies of the elected strong leader can only provide cohesion and prosperity for society. That is why it also so important to support without question the Greens majority in local government. They clearly have everyon’e best interests at heart. Hans Lovejoy, editor

ur prime minister assures us that the AFP raids of last week had absolutely nothing to do with him. Well, of course not – he and his government are never responsible for anything. As the economy staggers towards recession – tanking growth, moribund wages, rising unemployment and massive under employment, consumer spending falling away, national debt doubled – it has nothing to do with Scott Morrison and his colleagues. They have been in office for six years, but for most of that time all the failures were the fault of the previous Labor opposition, until they became the chilling effects of international headwinds. The governor of the Reserve Bank, Philip Lowe, is becoming desperate – he is running out of interest rates to cut, and in any case that will never be enough to fix things. Lowe is virtually pleading for the government to do something, anything – more stimulus, a serious infrastructure program as opposed to the ad hoc pork barrelling that preceded the last election. But hey, it’s nothing to do with ScoMo. He has his own agenda. He will stay the course for a few more years until the big tax cuts for the wealthy kick in, and then the rest of us may soak up a few drops when and if they trickle down. Morrison has always been blameless – remember when the chaotic brawl in August last year delivered him his leadership. He was never involved – it was divine intervention. He emerged fully formed and immaculate, like Venus rising from the foam, an innocent bystander. And so it must have been when the police arrived to execute their warrants to troll through the works of Newscorp’s Annika Smethurst and the staff at the ABC. The plod were just doing their job – no-one is above the law. Nothing to see here, so move on – and do it quickly before you too get into trouble. But as the AFP assistant commissioner Neil Gaughan pointed out, the law is made by the government. The laws that enabled him to bring on the raids were pushed through the parliament by Morrison and the previous governments of which he was an integral part, and they were enacted in the full knowledge – and the overt encouragement – of the way they would be used. Gaughan says, in effect, that he is just obeying orders; Morrison replies that their implementation has nothing to do with the legislators who promulgated them.

This is utterly implausible deniability – unadulterated bullshit. Morrison says he is completely comfortable with the fact that the laws are being enforced – and I’ll bet he is. After all, they are his laws. By definition, all governments are comfortable with their own laws, and that applies to the governments of all regimes. There is nothing illegal, at least domestically, about the repressions in Russia, China, Turkey, or North Korea – or, for that matter, Nazi Germany.

In my career as a journalist I have Ɔĕĕŕ ŔëŕƷ ĈōëƆƆĶǕ ĕĎ documents, some marked top secret, and very few of them merited such status. Mungo MacCallum Australia is not yet at that stage – the boots on the staircase, the midnight breaking down of the door. But this does not mean, as Morrison tries to claim, that they are entirely compatible with the democratic process. The backlash against the raids from numerous human-rights defenders both locally and overseas shows how fragile freedom of the press can be when governments drift into authoritarianism to maintain their own self-interest above that of the public. Obviously press freedom, or even the wider issue of free speech, cannot be absolute. We accept restrictions on defamation, bans on incitements to violence and terrorism, and suppression orders in the courts to ensure fair trials. The extent of such laws may be argued, but their existence is not seriously challenged. And, as we are constantly reminded, there has to be a balance between the rights of the press and national security. But the Catch 22 in that balance is that it is the government which determines just what constitutes national security. In last week’s cases Smethurst reported that the Home Affairs minister Peter Dutton and his departmental doppelganger Mike Pezzullo wanted to use the secret spooks of the Australian Signals Directorate to engage in domestic surveillance. The ABC was investigating potential war crimes by Australian troops in Afghanistan. In a functioning democracy such

revelations would surely enhance national security rather than harm it. But the current government regards security as little more than a synonym for secrecy and it follows that as much should be kept secret as possible. When in doubt, classify it, and make a law to make disclosure – which includes even mentioning the existence of the classification – illegal. This is not just overreach – it is the road to totalitarianism. In my career as a journalist I have seen many classified documents, some marked top secret, and very few of them merited such status. Most had nothing to do with security – they were about protecting the government and its bureaucrats. Stamping them ‘classified’ was lazy, incompetent, or deliberately deceptive. But there was, and still is, no appeal against this process. If journalists, whistleblowers, or other defenders of transparency and honesty in public life are hauled before the courts, their trials are often conducted in secret as well – in the name of national security. It is the default option, the political philosopher’s stone – the simple words national security override all other considerations. It may be different if we had a bill of rights or the equivalent, as all other democracies – not some, but all – have embraced. But not in Australia – a bill of rights would allow unelected judges to rule on the dictates of politicians. It could undermine national security. Gaughan denied that the raids were an attempt to intimidate, which is disingenuous to the extreme. Obviously people are intimidated when the cops spend hours riffling through their belongings in the hope of finding evidence that would have them charged and possibly jailed. That’s precisely what the laws are for: to remind dissenters that Big Brother is constantly watching. And that is why our freedom – not just freedom of the press, but freedom more generally – is at risk. The media may be selective in its outrage about confronting the national security mantra, but this time it has stood up for itself – and for the rest of us. A famous, if disputed, quote: ‘News is what someone does not want printed. All the rest is advertising.’ Given that our current prime minister was brought up on advertising and seems far more at home with it than a truly free press, this is a worry – and, given the events of last week, a threat.

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Letters Hope for the future Last Saturday I took my two grandsons to soccer and stayed with the younger to wait for the coach. I had been told by my daughter to expect a tall, imposing, black-skinned Jamaican gentleman. At last I saw him coming and said to my grandson that the coach was walking down the path. My grandson asked how I knew it was the coach and as I felt that a loud reply might cause offence I asked him to whisper in my ear what he thought it was that had helped me recognise the coach. I bent down to listen as my gorgeous boy whispered ‘because he is so handsome?’ If only all the adults in the world thought that the person they were looking at was another person just like themselves. Ros Collins Byron Bay

Cap MP’s pay No! No! No! No two per cent pay rise for politicians. When you earn as much as they do – $550k for PM and $379k for MPs – you don’t need a pay rise. Let’s reduce and cap their pay. More pay for the un- and under-employed; there aren’t enough jobs to go around. More money for the disabled. Tracey Stride Coorabell

Take responsibility We learn NSW taxpayers will fork out $576 million in compensation to the Sydney light-rail contractor because our government misled Acciona about the complexity of Ausgrid’s underground powerlines. Misled a contractor on a

dust bowl or a quagmire. Currently visitors are not charged at all to park on the Reserve. Since the inception of ‘free’ parking there a conservative number of 100,000 vehicles would have parked free. This represents a massive loss of revenue with no identifiable gain to the community. Surely it would be a gain for all the community if space was allocated for town workers to park on adjacent streets and the Reserve be renewed as parkland for local residents and wildlife. Catherine Henniker Byron Bay

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Water One of the biggest wastes of water in our society is the water that runs down the drain before the hot water emerges. Years ago someone on the New Inventors invented a system that resolved this issue. The preliminary cold water was fed into a tank and this water was expelled first when you turned on the cold tap. The inventor thought that between a quarter to a third of water was lost if the water wasn’t diverted. What’s more the system could be retrofitted. Why this system hasn’t

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Not fair Residents pay rates and also pay extra for the privilege of parking in their own town. Residents, and in particular the wildlife who used to be prolific on Butler Street Reserve, have lost their access to a green space in town. This once-green haven for wildlife and a safe place for families to play has been replaced by (depending on the weather) alternatively a

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Two fossil fools tell coal’s future Phillip Frazer

wo of our nation’s top climate-change deniers, speaking immediately after the coalition’s election victory, unwittingly revealed why Australia’s coal reserves are doomed to remain largely in the ground. First came former deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce, cheeks reddened as ever by hubris, declaring that Labor and the Greens lost because ‘people are talking about their power prices, they want to know how they can get dignity in their lives… by being able to turn on the toaster.’ He has a point, this man so firmly rusted-on to the here-and-now, but he misses the bigger picture; that when the planet’s burning up it’s not enough to worry about the toaster. Then came former prime minister Tony Abbott, facial skin taught as ever on account of raw onions and fury at losing his seat. ‘Where climate change is a moral issue,’ Tony declared, ‘we Liberals do it tough, but where climate change is an economic issue … we do very, very well.’ Tony misses the point that leaving burning fossil fuels alone and harvesting energy from more accessible bits of the environment is the better economic option. It’s interesting that he thinks of saving the planet (and therefore our species) as a moral issue, as if survival were an option dependent on virtue, an indulgence really, not something a tough guy like him would give a fuck about.

Meanwhile, I saw last week that the largest solar farm in Queensland has been built by Sun Metals (a subsidiary of Korea Zinc) to supply a third of the power required by their new refinery near Townsville. Reneweconomy editor Giles Parkinson points out that this is the most recent entry on the growing list of corporations building their own solar plants to power their Australian operations, including Telstra, Westpac, and Mars Australia, whose six factories will be powered by a solar farm in Victoria.

More than enough Enough solar energy blasts our continent every day to power our species’ entire industry. Also last week The Australian ran a story headlined ‘Adani downsizes, cuts new job numbers’, which explained that ‘The workforce at Indian mining conglomerate Adani’s mine in jobsstarved central Queensland could be as low as 800 once the Carmichael facility is operational,’ adding that ‘this contentious project… was spruiked in 2010 as one of the world’s largest mega-mines, requiring a $16.5 billion investment, yielding 60

million tonnes of coal a year, and creating up to 4,000 jobs in construction and 5,000 operationally. ‘Last year, the company said it would self-finance the project, and dramatically scaled back its plans, promising a shorter 200km rail line, a smaller $2bn mine, and an annual yield of 10 million tonnes.’

Deception Nice of the Murdochians to be upfront about this doomed coal mine, just after its false promises were used to win crucial coalition votes from those ‘job-starved’ Queenslanders. During the election, Mike Seccombe reports in The Saturday Paper, mining leech Clive Palmer boosted the Adani mine without dwelling on the fact that his own Waratah Coal company ‘has open-cut and underground mines covering an area of 144,000 hectares, and would produce about 33 per cent more coal than the Adani mine.’ The fortunes of Adani and Palmer are linked: Adani’s rail line would facilitate Palmer’s mine, and potentially others, getting coal to port. A third lease in that Galilee Basin region, operated by a coal-extraction outfit

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called MacMines, pulled up stakes and went home to China last month because the Chinese Capitalist Party central committee appears to have realised that burning thermal coal to generate electricity is no longer a good idea. It’s a pity that the powerful Construction Forestry Maritime Mining Energy Union stands with the government on Adani, apparently on the Abbott principle that tens of thousands of jobs (now downsized to 800) trump the ‘moral’ issue of facing up to transforming the planetary eco-system by over-heating the oceans and the atmosphere, melting the ice caps, and scorching the earth – leaving our children and their children to sort that later on. So here we all are, a bunch of frogs in a great big pot of water that is slowly but steadily heating towards boiling point, and the bloated fossil fool frogs – think a grinning Scott Morrison face here – are telling us ‘No, the climate isn’t changing, it’s just, you know, weather.’ For the rest of us little frogs in the big warming pot, our fate depends on whether the big decisions continue to be made by business brains or by those of us who can see, hear, and feel what’s going on, informed by the hordes of scientists whose smoke alarms are, incredibly, failing to wake us all up.

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▶ Continued from page 17 fish, or estuaries, my perception is expanded and I understand the ecosystem she is describing intimately and its place in the interconnectiveness of life. I can love and empathise with oysters! No-one else can make me do that. Mary’s love of nature helps feed and enrich Mother Earth’s regeneration. Thank you, Mary, for opening our eyes and hearts to the wonders of life. Deb Kayes Ocean Shores

Many thanks South Golden Beach Community Association (SGBCA) would like to say a big thanks to Malcolm, Tom, and other Council staff involved in the relocation of the beach shower at SGB. Moving the shower has remedied the problem associated with poor drainage and the resultant build-up of scum, which had created a major slip hazard. It’s a professional job in which materials such as recycled rubber step treads have been utilised. Angela Dunlop SGBCA

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really, who has wide appeal,/ but these perverted personas do not reveal. This is a man whose word cannot be trusted,/supporting corrupt colleagues when they’re busted,/using government ads to support his campaign,/political propaganda with all to gain,/attacking refugees, the Greens, reforms and change,/the alternatives never noted, just rearrange/ past policies, wilful waste and senseless squander,/ the heart of our nation and our sense of wonder,/ submarines, precious water, the Barrier Reef,/coal mines, climate change with a sense of grief. In the hollow facade of the voting placard,/are political promises with no regard/ for the Great Australian emptiness returning,/always warming the soul, with a yearning, yearning,/for a miracle, mystery, our destiny,/the coming culmination of our history,/in a nation of purity, natural and free,/rainforests, rivers flowing and an open sea,/come in stranger, you are welcome, for you are me,/this may yet be, grace, harmony, eternally. John Stuart Evans Head

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When the new international rating list came out at the start of the month it was remarkable and impressive to see a 90-year-old player ranked among Australia’s top 100. Wolfgang Leonhardt (right) was among Australia’s best in the 1960s, finishing third in the 1964 Australian Championship. He was similarly highly ranked in New Zealand in the 70s, 80s and 90s, having been deployed there from Perth by his employer, the airline Lufthansa. Leonhardt remains an active and successful club player in Perth, though he admits to feeling tired during some games, in particular when he has been watching European soccer throughout the previous night! Leonhardt arrived in Fremantle from Germany with his family in 1950, aged 22, and went on to win the WA Championship eight times despite working full time, first in a company dealing with scientific equipment and chemicals and then with Lufthansa. (In 1977 Lufthansa began holding their own World Championship

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resonates given the recent raids on journalists by the AFP. ‘First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out – because I was not a socialist. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out – because I was not a trade unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out – because I was not a Jew. Then they came for me – and there was no-one left to speak for me.’ Now we have the concerning situation in Australia where freedom of the press is curtailed at the same time as religious freedom is defended. All Australians should be horrified by this and speak out against it. Meg Pickup Ballina

Niemöller was interned in Dachau for speaking out against Hitler. His famous quotation still

Q I was horrified that the federal police raided journalists’ homes and offices. I ask

be outraged at the raid on the ABC by the Australian Federal Police two years after the program in question was aired! This was authorised less than one month after the federal election was won by this ABC-loathing coalition government and is a calculated move to destroy trust in our most-trusted (perhaps only) institution. Intimidation of journalists is an ugly tool to destroy our right to know as informed citizens of this democracy. Freedom of the press is imperative. We must speak out for it! Jill Keogh Ocean Shores

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for employees at exotic locations around the world and Leonhardt won the event five times.) However, it has been Leonhardt’s longevity as a serious player (and as a radio host in Perth until last year!) that has been remarkable. In 2019 alone Leonhardt has finished sixth in the Perth Chess Club Championship, drawing with the eventual winner, and finished second at the same club’s Rapid Championship. One club member commented, ‘I am astounded that he is still so capable and determined at quicker chess.’

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then put parking, meters in Byron Bay stating that all money from the parking meters would be spent in Byron Bay. Later Bangalow and Brunswick Heads were offered the same deal with money from parking meters to be spent in their town if they accepted parking meters. Council receives approximately $1.6 million in parking fines and $550,000 in parking exemptions per year which go into Council coffers and $1.4 million in parking meter fees from the Byron Bay CBD. I have made several enquiries to Council about where the parking money was being spent in Byron Bay. To my surprise after my last enquiry at the next Council meeting a vote was taken to give Byron Bay half the money put into the parking meters with the other half to be spent elsewhere. This year for example funding was provided for Bangalow, Brunswick Heads, and Mullumbimby town masterplans while Byron Bay locals missed out again and continue to dodge potholes in the CBD and many other roads in Byron Bay. Paid parking started in Byron Bay with good intentions in 2004 but our Council has failed to deliver the promised allocated money. What happened to a fair go for Byron Bay? Paul McCarthy Byron Bay Q Paid parking has again

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A community poll of 365 people over 17 at four local shopping areas asked, ‘Should paid parking be introduced locally – eg *Brunswick Heads, Ocean Shores and Mullumbimby?’ *Some included Bangalow. A cross-section of people were approached on the street and asked to do a community poll. To avoid bias, no further introductory details or explanations were given. The tallied results were 90 per cent ‘no’, eight per cent ‘yes’ and two per cent ‘unsure’. The polling methodology has been assessed by the Commonwealth Bureau of Statistics as having a plus or minus error rate of less than one per cent. The poll was conducted at different times across four days in September 2016. The poll was an unpaid, independent, private initiative to ascertain the will of the majority of local residents on the issue. Visitors to the Shire were not counted. Percentages were rounded to the nearest whole number. I am happy to discuss the methodology used. It is not considered that another poll would give a significantly different result. Dennis Stevenson Brunswick Heads

Palestine Again and again (eg Wakil’s letter June 5) we are told that Palestinians (such as myself) are murderous and insane and want to wipe all the Jews off the map – that’s why we can never be allowed to be free.

is Liberal an oxymoron? It seems to me we are moving inexorably towards a fascist society. The freedom of the press must be maintained at all costs. Over the years there have been some extremely important international stories that would not have broken if actions such as our recent federal police searches had taken place. I feel it is the public’s right to know about corruption in the tax department; any nonexplainable actions of public officials including politicians; and our enforcement agencies including police, armed forces, or border security. In this recent police action there are extremely fishy actions that require questioning, such as why the action might have been delayed until after the federal election? Why it seems that the

warrant was signed by a minor magistrate in a country centre? Was the action to try to silence whistleblowers in the future? Was a government minister lying when he stated there was no prior government knowledge of the raids? I am concerned about these governments’, both state and federal, need for silence on topics. I feel there is a need for a bill of rights in Australia. Currently as citizens, our rights can be easily compromised by legislation. Even a simple legislative bill such as is used in Canada (so not requiring changes to the constitution) would be a step in the right direction I feel. Doug Foskey Tregeagle

Let’s examine that for just a second: a very broken Palestinian people with no army or power are betting their lives and their children’s lives on winning a war of genocide against a nuclear-power backed to the hilt by the USA. We plan on doing this mostly with stones but also with a few homemade rockets. In your wildest dreams do you think any nation could possibly have that plan – does that seriously make any sense whatsoever to you? The real reason that we resist is that Israel’s army has been brutally and painfully occupying our homes for generations. Here’s the proof: Palestinians who have Israeli passports and have some modicum of freedom and human rights seldom resist, but Palestinians in Palestine or Gaza who have no freedom or human rights resist all the time. If we are all mad and hateful (and murderous) why don’t we all resist? Could it be that, just like everyone else, we just want to be free? Crazy idea – I know! The Geneva Convention on Human Rights reaffirms the rights of the occupied (Palestinians) to resist military occupation, including violent resistance; however, it does not grant the belligerent occupier (Israel) the right to defend their occupation. The reason for that is that in all of human history there has never been an occupation that wasn’t resisted. The world’s diplomats understood that for the occupied not to resist is impossible. Resistance is a consequence

of occupation as surely as death and pain. It is as impossible for us not to resist as it is for Israel not to defend itself, but as Israel’s army is in our homes, Israel does not defend itself – it defends its brutal occupation. When Israel withdraws to internationally recognised borders, as the world repeatedly urges it to do, then and only then will it be defending itself. You can’t park your tanks in someone else’s home and say I’m defending my tank – it really is preposterous! You talk of old massacres as a solid reason for occupation and brutality, but there were massacres by Jews too – hundreds of them. My mother’s town, for instance, half Christian and half Muslim, the men were rounded up and butchered. Many other villages were completely wiped out. You also say that Palestinians were allied with Hitler; maybe you forgot how zero Palestinians fought for the Germans but 12,000 Palestinians fought for the allied forces during WWII (Haaretz: https://bit.ly/2Kus3X8). Subhi Awad Mullumbimby

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Letters ▶ Continued from page 20 Byron Shire in successfully lobbying Ms Elliot to speak out against the Adani mine in parliament. Stop Adani Byron Shire gathered many postcards from people in this electorate for National Party candidate Mathew Fraser on the Adani mine. Our members messaged him on Facebook for an address but there was no response from Mr Fraser. Prior to the election, we emailed former Environment minister Melissa Price with a petition of 3,041 signatures from people in the Northern Rivers. It asked for better protection of the Great Barrier Reef (GBF). Thinking economic figures might grab Ms Price’s interest, we noted that tourism on the GBF is the single biggest employer in coastal tropical Queensland. Tourism provides 9.1 per cent of the total employment in Queensland (www.business. qld.gov.au/industries). Coal mining employs less than one per cent of the Queensland workforce (The Australia Institute). Unsurprisingly, Melissa ignored our concerns. The recent documentary Dirty Power on YouTube exposes the influence that the coal lobby has on the coalition. Kathryn McConnochie Stop Adani Byron Shire

Bus consultation Compliments to the team from TfNSW and Sydney Trains who consulted on the Byron bus interchange proposal, to be located across the railway line from the Rails Friendly Bar. They were the most receptive, helpful, competent, and

For North Coast news online visit responsible public consultation team I’ve ever met. Good news for this Shire of many forward thinking individuals was the openness of the team’s specialists to take aboard new ideas. The project manager suggested one gem of his own: convert the high water tower into a kiosk! Important faults that were in the original plans had also been fixed in the May revision. Best of all was that no offence was taken to my robust and factual criticisms. TfNSW‘s team has given me fresh hope about the possibility of finding better transport solutions for the west side of Byron town. Gregory Davies Byron Bay

It’s a Lyon matter In response to Paul Jones, you won’t be getting an apology from me. I asked whether it was you who posted a defamatory poster on the wall outside Santos in Jonson Street, implying corruption, precisely because of the way you tried to coerce me into changing my position on the bypass by threatening my federal campaign, as you admitted in your letter last week. Not just my campaign, but the Greens’ movement at a critical time for our planet. It turns out it was the speaker following you at that Council meeting who posted it, Morgan Knoessen, admitting this during his speech and to me afterwards. The bypass has been a contentious issue to be sure, and our local Greens group have left it with the Councillors to determine. We did this at the last meeting, after

hearing that no species will be further endangered or go extinct and that the rail corridor alternative route is the same vegetation and wetland as the current approved route. Not that you read about these matters in The Echo, which failed to report them from the meeting. I can handle criticism, it goes with the job, though it has to be said the editor of this paper has been very poor of late in his reporting, lack of balance and adherence to the facts. One classic example, in the tiny bit of federal election coverage that The Echo provided, he indicated to people that voting was optional preferential. Hans, it was compulsory preferential, you had to number all the boxes or the vote didn’t count. The irony is, my falling out with Hans came shortly after I took on the acting mayor role when he was unhappy that my review of a local planning decision by staff, in which he had a personal interest, did not go his way. Since then it has resembled a vendetta. Perhaps wiser heads will review the last couple of months and institute corrective action, that’s what we do in Council or in business when something is terribly amiss. Michael Lyon The Pocket Q When you address Council during public access, the elected councillors are allowed to ask you questions afterwards – but only on the subject raised during your submission. Thus after Paul Jones delivered his views about the bypass it wasn’t legitimate for councillor Michael Lyon to

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ambush him on the subject of the federal election, yet the mayor did nothing to shut him down. Councillor Lyon in effect ‘accused’ (if that is the right word) Mr Jones of being behind a poster that asked the quite mild and quite legitimate question ‘who is this person?’ Why so upset? Interestingly, this was the first time I’ve observed Councillor Lyon being passionate on any subject at all, which probably goes some way to answering the question on the poster. I’ve always regarded him as the usual inert substance from a political point of view; certainly I’ve seen little in terms of leadership or initiative that might justify his upgrading to federal parliament. Apparently Michael believes that being a member of the Greens for five minutes, followed by five minutes as a councillor, is sufficient qualification for anyone identified as a Green regardless of actual performance. For me the brand here is only a guide – often a misleading guide; it’s the product itself that counts. Fast Buck$ Coorabell

5G X-Rays Last week’s article on 5G protests confused 5G frequencies with x-rays. While the millimetre wavelengths of some 5G frequencies are of valid and great concern, it must be made clear that x-rays have wavelengths about a million times smaller than 5G frequencies. There is no basis for comparison. Sapoty Brook Mullumbimby

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Same old same old The newly elected federal government has started promptly on its hidden agenda: 1. Go easy on the banks and, 2. Attack the ABC. Same old same old! What else do they have in mind? Close down services? Dismantle Medicare? Redistribute income to the rich? They accuse Labor of class warfare while they actively indulge in the practice. Same old same old! Vince Kean Murwillumbah Q This is a letter to all Queenslanders who visit Byron Shire and to those who are more worried about their bank accounts than their children’s children’s future. Shame on you for voting for the Morrison-led coalition. What part of environmental rape of our planet don’t you understand? I lived in Queensland’s deep north when the place was ruled by Jo the Peanut King; he wanted to secede from Australia and after the last election process they should’ve. It was then, and still is, a police state; just the names of rulers have changed – the song remains the same. Yes, it’s a lot warmer in winter up there, and what rainforests remain are great, and the humpback whales love it too; but that’s about it for me (sorry, Mandy). I hope you still talk to me after this letter, sis. Paul Brecht Evans Head Q Elections finally over, dirty games played, and Clive Palmer got what he wanted with the Liberal National Party (LNP).

Back to the dilemma of plastics and the ‘Straws off Shores’ slogan from the Nationals; hope to see some Nationals on the shores of Richmond River and beaches at the next event of ‘cleanup Australia’. The 15c bags aren’t dealing with our plastic problem. Thank you to Splendour in the Grass organisers for going to Seven Mile Beach and picking up plastic our fish and birds are eating. It kills them. Time to step up and use biodegradable materials. Why are some so hell bent on destroying this planet? And so I weep for the news we leave. Dee Taminiau Ballina

Hi, Hans I think your recent editorials are spot on. The misunderstanding/ misrepresentation of what is hate speech and what is free speech brings about a mouth full of blood. Also appreciated your editorial on messiahs. I met Krishnamurti many years ago when I was living and working in Madras (Chennai) in the 80s. His approach to questioning authority was oxygen. Whether I’m at home in Ocean Shores or while at ‘home’ in Fremantle, I try to read The Byron Echo every week. Ever since we moved to Goonengerry/Byron in 1992, The Echo has always been, for some inexplicable reason, a sparkle of liberation in our weekly life! Keep up the fabulous work! Baden Offord Ocean Shores

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Tuk Tuk Thai at Byron Bay Golf Club â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Come along for the ride Story by Carolyn Parker Asking a restaurateur to choose their favourite dish is probably as perplexing as asking a parent to pick their favourite child. Simon Ruffell, Tuk Tuk Thai restaurateur, replied, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;If I had to chooseâ&#x20AC;Ś itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Massaman beef curry. Slow-braised beef cooked for eight hours; a rich, creamy dishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. This winter warmer marries its tender beef with potatoes, eschallots, and spiced peanuts in a densely flavoured manner thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not to be missed. I dined in on this headline act but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s takeaway service too, and Uber Eats home delivery commences shortly. Simon launched Tuk Tuk Thai at Byron Bay Golf Club in April this year. He brought his catering team and executive chef Danny Trimarchi from Eat Drink Catering along with him for the ride. Dannyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sharpened his culinary talents in kitchens across London, Rome, Berlin, hatted restaurants, and Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous Icebergs. Simonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a front-of-house specialist and creative force whose passion for fine food is palpable. His team are accustomed to wowing wedding parties, so their cheerful service is second nature to them. When asked why he chose Thai cuisine for his new venture Simon replied, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I simply love Thai food. The climate here

lends itself to it. The essence of Thai food is freshness with beautiful fresh herbs, lots of colour, and it pops on the tongueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The menuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s darlings include satay sticks, fish cakes, pad Thai, laksas, curry selections (vegan, prawn, chicken, and beef), creative salads, sharable finger food, and weekly specials that will â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;flex the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creative musclesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Families will enjoy affordable prices, the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kid-friendly zone, and Thai cuisine thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been lovingly crafted to embrace luscious flavours and aromas. Simon and Danny have a symbiotic arrangement where they collaborate on each recipe down to the finest detail. Simon says, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Danny has the best palate of any chef Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever worked withâ&#x20AC;Ś and the intuition that goes with itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Their collaboration fits together as perfectly as their Triple Belgium Chocolate Brownie pairs impeccably with hot chocolate sauce, berry coulis, and French vanilla ice-cream. Outrageously delicious. Tuk Tuk Thai is freshly decorated with palms and bud lights twinkling above the deck, creating a warm ambience. Golden rays splash across the greens and reflect in the ponds at sunset, treating patrons to natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spectacle. Their expansive views across

the golf course are unsurpassed, making Tuk Tuk Thai one of Byronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most scenic restaurants. Get on board. Tuck in to some tasty Tuk Tuk Thai. Tuk Tuk Thai. Open Thursday to Sunday from 5pm snacks from 4pm Byron Bay Golf Club, 62 Broken Head Rd, Byron Bay Ph 0405 TUK TUK. [0405 885 885]

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Connecting visitors (and locals) to farms (and farmers) By Pam Brook Chair, Northern Rivers Food ‘The spectacular landscapes of our hinterland, our climate and environment, for me, make the Northern Rivers such a great place to work and live. Yes, we have great beaches, but it’s the land that nurtures us every day.’ Northern Rivers Food has such a key role to play by introducing and connecting visitors to our region through the fabulous food we grow and create here. What is Northern

Rivers Food? We comprise over 180 members, who are farmers, food producers, value adders, caterers, chefs, and people in the food industry from the paddock to the plate. They grow here, produce here, and employ here. Northern Rivers Food’s key annual consumer event, the Northern Rivers Food Harvest Festival, is all about connecting both visitors and locals with the farms and farmers who grow and produce their food. Held in early May this year it was a terrific

success, with this year’s Harvest Trail, the Harvest Autumn Fair, and individual events like our own Brookfarm on-farm breakfast attracting sold-out crowds from around the region and across the border. With 15 varied events stretching over 12 days, the 2019 Harvest Festival really highlighted how increasingly popular agri-tourism experiences like cellar-door and farm-gate visits, food trails, workshops, and classes are becoming. This year we showcased more than 60 participating food and beverage businesses at our Harvest Festival. A particular focus was our Harvest Trail, with our region’s farms and food producers throwing open their doors, orchards and pastures to locals and visitors for a true behind-the-scenes experience. We received great reports of people getting their hands dirty on farms, learning about organic growing practices, checking out local coffee, avocado, macadamia, and pecan plantations and even absorbing tips on artisan handmade chocolate making! We see enormous potential for building a sustainable food industry by assisting the development of on-farm and off-farm food and beverage

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businesses as tourism experiences and building and promoting the Northern Rivers Food Trail. Many participants at the Harvest Festival were day trippers from southeast Queensland, and as our Festival success grows, we will grow our clean green food bowl reputation both nationally and internationally. We’ve been talking with the NSW government about investing in the Northern Rivers as a premier food tourism region and they are keen to support us. Our farmers are the stewards of our land – building our region’s food reputation with both visitors and locals helps preserve our agricultural land and environment.

Eating Out Guide BYRON BAY

BALLINA

Ballina RSL Club 1 Grant St, Ballina 6681 9500 www.ballinarsl.com.au Open 7 Days Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks

Wharf Bar & Restaurant

Open 7.30am daily, till late every night Coffee, breakfast, lunch & dinner, functions & weddings. 12-24 Fawcett St, Ballina 6686 5259 / 6685 6011

Level One Special

Bay Pho

Enjoy our Level One Pulled lamb burger and chips plus a stubby of Newtowner Pale Ale for just $20

Located in Woolies Carpark Shop 6/90–96 Jonson St Byron Bay

11am to 8pm daily We practise the responsible service of alcohol

Traditional Vietnamese Foods

Phone orders welcome 6680 9223 FB phointhebay

TAKEAWAY ONE STOP SHOP Feed your family with a choice of pizza, pezzo pockets, burgers or fish & chips. OPEN 7 DAYS TILL 8.30pm counter orders only www.WharfBarBallina.com.au

Fishheads 7.30am till late Coffee, breakfast, lunch & dinner, functions and weddings. Fully Licensed. 1 Jonson St, Byron Bay www.fishheadsbyron.com.au

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BANGALOW

One Green Acre at The Bangalow Bowlo Restaurant, Events & Catering 21 Byron Bay Road, Bangalow 6687 2741 www.onegreenacre.com.au Open Tue–Sun 12 to 8.30pm Seven Miles Coffee, lunch, dinner, events and catering.

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With a menu the whole family will love, One Green Acre is committed to sustainable and ethical food, that is a great price and locally sourced. Specials: Tuesday: Stone and Wood curry night Thursday: Chook night Sunday: Full roast

Open every day from 5pm 11 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay

6680 7418 @nobonesbyronbay

Pho Beef Noodle Soups, Special Lunch Stir-fries and Vermicelli Noodles Trading Hours Lunch – Monday to Friday - 10.30am – 2pm Dinner – 7 Nights - 5pm – 9pm

BEACH FRONT DINING NEW MENU Come indulge in one of our NEW creations or just come along for a drink by the sea

6680 7632 functions@fishheadsbyron.com.au

Plant powered Tapas & Cocktails Happy Hour 5–6pm $11 Cocktails $6 Wines $5 Beers / Ciders Group Bookings / Functions www.nobonesbyronbay.com.au

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Chupacabra Eat in or take out. Shop 12A, 3 Clifford St, Suffolk Park 0448 077 401 www.chupacabra.com.au @chupabyron

Beef & Beach Byron Bay

Steak & Seafood Restaurant Open 7 days 11.30am till late (11pm). Serving food all day Bookings – 5628 7070 www.beefandbeach.com. au/byronbay

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

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Tacos for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a relaxed, fresh and bright atmosphere. This is slow ‘fast food’ with all produce sourced locally. Margarita cocktails, Oaxacan mezcal, micheladas and Mexican blend Moonshine coffee.

Green Room Byron Bay

Coffee and breakfast 6.30–11.30am Lunch 11.30am–3pm Dinner Tues–Sat 5–9pm Sunday long brunch 10am–5pm

Wednesday – Sunday from 4pm till late

Warm up your winter with a mulled wine over charcuterie, oven baked mussels or wood fired pizza in front of the open fireplace.

1 Bay Lane, Byron Bay 6685 6402

Late night happy hour from 9pm – $12 cocktails

Success Thai

An extensive menu catering to all tastes, light meals/grazing, and kids welcome.

Mon-Fri lunch & dinner closed Sundays Dinner from 5pm. 3/31 Lawson St, Byron Bay

We are in the new Mercato complex upstairs next door to Palace Cinema. If you are going to see a movie we can fit you in for a very quick meal and beverage. Just let us know when you arrive and we’ll make it happen.

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St Elmo Dining Room & Bar

FRESH PIZZA BYRON STYLE Check us out on

Mon-Sat: 5pm till late. Sun: 5pm till 10pm. Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426

facebook.com/byron.legendpizza Scan code for our menu! BYO Home delivery 7 days Established 1992

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Trattoria Basiloco Open 7 days for Dinner starting 5.30pm See menu, book a table, or order takeaway at www.basilo.co 30 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6680 8818

Targa Modern European Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street

Wood-fired pizzas & real Italian cuisine with a Sardinian twist Famous for seafood, meats and pasta dishes. We do special events functions.

Byron Bay 6680 9960 targabyronbay.com targabyronbay@gmail.com

Barrio Eatery & Bar

A 5-minute drive from Byron Bay, Barrio brings together the local community Mon–Sat 7am–9pm in a relaxed environment for all-day dining. Wood1 Porter Street, fired oven, charcoal grill, veges, meat, fish, salads, North Byron natural wines, local beers, cocktails and St Ali coffee. No reservations. Bookings Eat in or take-away over 8 email: gather@ www.barriobyronbay.com.au barriobyronbay.com.au @barriobyronbay

Breakfast/Lunch 7 days from 7am 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6685 7663 – Menus at therocksbyronbay.com.au

The Hideout Cafe Breakfast and Lunch 7 days a week from 7.30am Shop 6/13 Lawson Street 6680 9300 FB thehideoutbyronbay insta @thehideoutbyronbay

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Mon-Fri 7.30am–3pm Open Friday nights 6–9pm Live music and BYO 1/6 Tasman Way, Byron Arts & Industry Estate BYO & RSVP 6680 8228

Main Street Open 7 days 11.30am until late Call to make a reservation or for takeaway orders 18 Jonson Street 6680 8832

Full Cocktail & Wine Bar. Extensive Menu Includes Tapas, Mains, Desserts and Famous Woodfired Pizzas. 25 Childe St, Byron Bay 6680 9452

Hidden away in Byron’s iconic ‘Eat street’ Bay Lane, The Hideout Cafe and Bar offers indoor, outdoor and deck dining

Menus available on Facebook 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. OPEN - 7 days Breakfast & Lunch Dinner Tuesday to Saturday All day menus, licensed bar $40 Dinner – 2 courses Happy hour AFTERNOONS 4–6pm daily $12 Cocktails, $7 beers, $8 wines, $12 Moet Live acoustic music – Fridays 6pm

Lord Byron Distillery

CELLAR DOOR – TASTINGS & TOURS

MON-SAT 10AM–6PM Closed Fri Arvo 7, 4 Banksia Drive, Byron Bay 8646 4901

No artificial flavours, colours or preservatives.

Handcrafted spirits using locally sourced ingredients.

Naturally Better!

GIN MAKING AND COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS

- book online. Gin Making Gift Vouchers available. LORDBYRON.COM.AU LordByronDistillery

MULLUMBIMBY

The Empire Open 7 days M–F 8.30am–4pm, S,S 9am–3pm Dine in, takeaway, licensed FB/Insta: EmpireMullum 20 Burringbar St, Mullum 6684 2306

With a fresh, funky, relaxed vibe, generous serves, cruisey staff and 10am licence, come and find us for ‘Byron’s BEST breakfast’ all day… Takeaway available Vegetarian,Vegan and gluten free options available Kids menu

Contemporary and Middle Eastern flavours • Breakfast and lunch • Wood-fired pizzas • Fresh juices • Great coffee www.lusciousfoods.com.au

Cocktails, wine and beers served all damn day. Group bookings available, please email mainstreetburgerbar@gmail.com for reservations. Share plates, mains, desserts and famous Treehouse wood-fired pizza. Our kitchen is open all day and night. Presenting incredible original music in Byron’s most intimate atmosphere. Check our website or Facebook for the gig guide. facebook.com/treehouse.belongil treehouseonbelongil.com

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

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Mullum’s iconic Empire Cafe serves up an exciting menu with something for everyone. Indulge yourself with a delicious brekky, the best burgers in town, or if it’s more your style enjoy healthy superfoods like acai bowls and buddha bowls plus loads more. If you need a treat there’s a selection of cakes and also healthier dairy-free, refined sugar-free treats. The house-made organic coconut ice-cream is a must try. Plus of course, great coffee, delightful teas, shakes, smoothies and all the rest. Enjoy the good vibes and satisfy your cravings!

NEWRYBAR

Harvest 18-22 Old Pacific Highway Newrybar NSW 2479 02 6687 2644 www.harvestnewrybar.com.au @harvestnewrybar

Gourmet burgers created by chefs

The Italian Byron Bay Open 7 days from 6pm Next to the Beach Hotel Bay Street 6680 7055 italianatthepacific.com.au

All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you. BYO only Welcome for lunch, dinner and takeaway.

NEW SEASONAL MENU!

Traditional weekend country breakfast Long lunches on the garden verandah Weekly changing Wild Harvest foraged dinner menu Lunch 12–3pm daily / Dinner 6–10pm Wednesday–Sunday / Weekend breakfast 8–11am Harvest Deli is open daily with take-away pastries, sandwiches and salads Harvest Deli: Mon–Sat 8am–5pm / Sun 8am–4pm Coffee cart 6.30am–2pm daily Harvest is available for events, weddings and catering

OCEAN SHORES

SABI Blues & Roots

Treehouse on Belongil

$2 oysters & $12 cocktails 4–6pm

Join us at the Rocks on Lawson for some delicious winter warmers! We have a range of fresh, locally sourced breakfast and lunch options at affordable prices. Why not try one of our scrumptious health bowls, house-made burgers or our signature brekkie salad. Warm yourself up with a Byron Bay coffee or a super smoothie! Cosy indoor seating and heating outdoor dining available.

The Rocks @ Aquarius

Bar & Dining in the Beach Hotel Cocktail lounge showcasing an all local food & beverage menu.

2 GLASS OF WINE VOUCHER

(CUT AND PRESENT AT THE COUNTER)

84 Rajah Road, Ocean Shores 02 6680 1478 www.sabisushi.com.au FB & Instagram: @sabisushibar

Sushi • Live Music • Good Vibes Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine. Local and imported sake & wine menu (Licensed Bar) Mon – Wed 11.30 – 7.30pm Thur – Sat 11.30 – 8.00pm Sundays 11.30 – 7.00pm LIVE MUSIC from 6pm Thur – Sat We proudly support local artists and Be Happy Music Club charity.

CATERING

CELEBRATIONS Celebrations Catering By Liz Jackson

BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management

E: lizzijjackson@gmail.com P: 0414 895 441

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Lighthouse Conveyancing NSW talks about the new digital frontier in NSW Who are you and what do you do? My name is Nicole Davis. I am a licensed conveyancer and I operate Lighthouse Conveyancing NSW. The business is mobile and online and I assist buyers and sellers in the Northern Rivers area. Can you tell us what a conveyancer does? I get asked this a lot! To convey property is the legal process of transferring ownership from one person to the other, so as a conveyancer our primary function is undertaking the legal aspects of a property transaction; however, in practice we must also guide our clients step by step through the buy/sell process so they can confidently make informed decisions, like a lighthouse. What’s news in conveyancing? The conveyancing industry in Australia is currently undergoing

a digital transformation and e-conveyancing is the new frontier in my industry. What is e-conveyancing? The NSW government has mandated the use of e-conveyancing to streamline the conveyancing process for all parties to a property transaction: buyers, sellers, their representatives, and the banks. As of 1 July 2019 all property transactions must be settled online and the titles office will not accept documents unless they are submitted electronically. E-conveyancing will eventually be mandatory in the other states too. At the moment there is only one online program available to settle matters electronically – PEXA or Property Exchange Australia. How will mandatory e-conveyancing affect buyers and sellers? It means that buyers and sellers

will not be able to choose whether they want a paper or electronic settlement as of 1 July 2019. It also means an end to ‘do-it-yourself’ conveyancing because the person lodging documents with the titles office needs to be a registered PEXA user. Paper titles will be a thing of the past and all titles will be converted to e-title so you will no longer be given physical piece of paper when you buy a property. The

big benefit for buyers and sellers is that at settlement everything happens in real time. So the buyer is registered against the title and the seller gets their money within hours of settlement taking place. In a manual settlement it took days for the purchaser to be recognised as the new owner on title and the seller usually had to wait three days for settlement cheques to clear in their bank accounts. What has the feedback been like from your clients? Some clients think it’s great and some have been a bit apprehensive; the unknown is scary, and buying and selling property is a very important financial undertaking so they want to know their money is not going to disappear into cyberspace. The PEXA platform has evolved over the time that it has been running and has many security features in place to ensure that transactions

are protected from start to finish. I have been settling matters on PEXA for a few years now and I love that I can communicate with everyone involved in a transaction within the PEXA workspace and see what stage everyone is up to in real time, which makes for a smoother transaction. Is conveyancing also likely to be automated in the future? I think we will always need real people to assist with property transactions because it is a very human experience and motivated by emotional and personal factors that a computer program cannot contemplate. Also remember that there is a person sitting behind the keyboard so while the process is electronic, the people driving it are not. If you have any questions about PEXA, Lighthouse Conveyancing NSW would be happy to answer them.

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4 Kuringai Way, Ocean Shores

Todd Buckland 0408 966 421

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33 Rangal Road, Ocean Shores 5-minute walk to the sands of South Golden Beach. Open plan living, dining and kitchen areas. The wrap around NE corner deck is a great place to enjoy the tropical mature gardens while swinging in a hammock. Vaulted ceilings, big windows & light filled spaces.

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Inspect Saturday 15th June 12-12.30pm Price $869,000 Todd Buckland 0408 966 421

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Inspect Saturday 15th June 10-10.30am Price $675,000

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This freshly renovated brick and tile home built on 999m2 is all set for a family to move right in to. There’s an updated kitchen, new bathroom, blinds, carpets, paint and flooring. The property also boasts dual occupancy potential with room for a 2nd house.

104 Shara Boulevard, Ocean Shores Contemporary 3-bedroom home with polished hardwood floors, raked ceilings, stone kitchen bench and vanity tops, fully insulated, private yard, double garage and timber decks. Great house close to primary school and flat walk or ride to anywhere.

Inspect Saturday 15th June 11-11.30am Price $660,000 Todd Buckland 0408 966 421

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48 Balemo Drive, Ocean Shores Direct golf course access and views of the lake, fairway & 4th hole make this property special. Enjoy the beautiful views from the verandah. Recent upgrades to the kitchen and main bathroom. Perfect for the modern family or golf enthusiast. Dual occ. potential.

Classically Bangalow Residence

Inspect Saturday 15th June 1-1.30pm Price $740,000 to $780,000 Todd Buckland 0408 966 421

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28 Sansom Street, Bangalow 34A Hardy Avenue, Ocean Shores $860,000 – $940,000 Vacant Land $795,000 – $850,000 3 1 1

Live in the vibrant community of Federal! Character brick home with charm & warmth. Featuring solar power, high raked ceilings & wood heater. Open plan living & dining with access to verandahs. Kitchen with timber benches, gas cooking & plenty of cupboard space. Tiled master with a built-in, walk-in robe, which opens into its own sunroom with access to the front verandah. There is an open loft style bedroom. Outside find two covered verandahs perfect for entertaining plus an in-ground saltwater pool. There is a carport attached to the double lock up garage which has a concrete slab, storage loft, built-ins & power on both sides. All this plus 6.45kW of solar power & a 18,000L water tank. This property is in an ideal location, within walking distance to the buzzing Doma Cafe and general store. It is 20 minutes to Mullumbimby & Bangalow while Byron Bay is 25 minutes. Enjoy day trips to the world heritage rainforests & national parks Inspect by appointment Open: Contact: Katrina Beohm 0467 001 122 Katrina Beohm Real Estate

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In a lovely quiet, peaceful neighbourhood this 1880s Queenslander reveals elegant traditional period features blended effortlessly with contemporary enhancements. The landscaped 851sqm east facing block is beautifully enhanced by the adjacent reserve and is within moments of cafes, shops and schools. - Living/dining area focused on a seamless outdoor transition - High ceilings, French doors and timber floors & windows add to the appeal - Wrap around verandah for entertaining bathed in morning sunshine - Well-equipped kitchen with gas cooktop, generous benchtops - Light and airy bedrooms boast French doors opening to verandah - Generous master bedroom appointed with built-in robe - Luxurious bathroom has a deluxe shower and freestanding bath - Council approved studio & dual occupancy possible (STCA) - Picturesque views to surrounding hinterland hills - Walk to early learning centre, school, markets and restaurants

The owner is motivated to sell on or before the auction! Your own private sanctuary. If you want privacy and quiet, you have to look at this beautiful space nestled amongst a nature reserve. Walk on to this beautiful land and you are greeted with the delightful sound of the bird chorus and the tranquil ocean waves, breaking only a few hundred metres away. With your own private beach and access to the deep-water canal in North Ocean Shores. Build your very own private sanctuary and dream home. The 969m2 property is located in a quiet no through road, with leafy surrounds, is handy to shops, beaches, schools.

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Auction: On-site at 11:30am on Saturday 29th June 2019 View: Saturday 1.00–1.30pm Contact: Steven Dale 0412 855 203 LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads

Wednesday 1.00–1.30pm Saturday 10.00–10.30am Auction: Saturday 22 June 10.30am onsite Contact: Tim Miller 011 757 425 Tim Miller Real Estate

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28 SANSOM STREET BANGALOW AUCTION SAT 22 JUNE ONSITE 10.30AM VIEW WED 1.00PM - 1.30PM & SAT 10.00AM - 10.30AM PRICE GUIDE $860,000 - $940,000

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Beach House in the Bush

Rolling Green Acre

246 Skinners Shoot Road, Byron Shire 1 Left Bank Road, Mullumbimby $1,490,000 – $1,550,000 3 1 7 4 2 4

This is where the bush meets the beach! The three bedroom timber home is full of rustic charm and has a large timber deck on the northern side where you can relax in peace with wildlife all around. There are high raked timber lined ceilings and a wood heater in the living room plus beautiful stained glass throughout. Having one acre gives you plenty of space for any extra options you may desire. Work from home from the large 7m x 14m Colorbond shed. There is a double garage with 3 phase power and a workshop which is attached to the frame of the old studio. The property is on a sealed road, with town water connected. Skinners Shoot is a desirable location on the edge of Byron Bay, only moments from the CBD and the beaches.

Open: Inspect by appointment Contact: Katrina Beohm 0467 001 122 Katrina Beohm Real Estate

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bĕĕżĶŕī ĶƐ ſĕëō ƆĶŕĈĕ Ǩǰǯǭ Prime Ridge Line Location 29 Yalla Kool Drive, Ocean Shores $1,290,000

Set on a rolling green acre with 90m of permanent creek reserve frontage, this property offers a wealth of features: established gardens and fruit trees, four-car garage, and a big family home. Constructed of double brick with terracotta tile roof, the solid 2-storey house will accommodate a growing family or multigenerational living. Open-plan kitchen and dining areas have views over the property and allow the cooling breezes right through the home. 4 good-sized bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes are part of a floorplan that lends itself to easy living. Downstairs has a large rumpus room with high ceilings and bathroom, which could easily be used for guest accommodation or shared living. There is also a 2-bay carport, perfect for storing vehicles and or machinery. This is walk-to-town convenience with room to move and grow. Tonnes of space for chooks, gardens, and pets. This property has fantastic bones and oodles of potential. Inspect: By Appointment only Contact: Todd Buckland - 0408 966 421 Byron Shire Real Estate

$1,400,000

The grand formal entry to this home is a fitting introduction to what is one of the most impressive ocean view properties in the north of the shire. Practically every window catches the views, with no possibility of being built out by neighbouring properties. You will find immaculate presentation throughout, gleaming water views of the ocean and the magnificent heated swimming pool to die for with magnesium filtration and its own huge party deck backdropped by a native bush reserve corridor. The main level features formal and informal living areas, dining room, powder room, study and kitchen all oozing class and looking out over the reserve to Cape Byron. Linking the ground level with the second storey is the centrepiece of the home, an architecturally striking timber staircase with a light filled void afforded only to a house of this size and quality. Inspect: By Appointment only Contact: Todd Buckland - 0408 966 421 Byron Shire Real Estate

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Mullumbimby 100 Argyle Street

$725,000

Welcome to Mullumbimby Proudly stationed at the welcome gates to Mullumbimby, the property is set on a 746sqm allotment, overlooking picturesque paddocks giving the feel of ‘farm life’ but without all the hard work. Gorgeous timber cottage (circa 1920s) with panoramic views of the Koonyum Ranges, Mt Warning and Mt Chincogan. Walk to town, cafes and only 6 minutes to the beach. This unique residence is perfectly positioned for passing trade and would suit a home business.

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• Panoramic views over paddocks with spectacular mountain vista • Gorgeous 1920s circa timber character cottage • High ceilings, ornate features, timber ﬂoors • Covered timber decks, outdoor rooms, yesteryear features • Air conditioning, gas cooking, heat pump, ﬁreplace • NBN internet connected, town water, fenced yard • Privacy, views and 6 minutes to beach Inspections: Saturday 1.00 – 1.30pm Contact: Fiona Johnson – 0400 418 886 Elders Brunswick Valley

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Cobaki Broadwater Village Site 273 3

$295,000

This spacious three-bedroom home is located in a highly sought after area of the village. The home features an enclosed sunroom/conservatory with outlook over park land, the village’s walking track and across to the reserve. The living area consists of a carpeted lounge and adjacent vinyl floored dining area and has both ceiling fans and a split-system air conditioner. The kitchen is complemented with relatively new appliances comprising a built-in Chef fan-forced oven/grill, and a Westinghouse ceramic cook-top. The two larger bedrooms are carpeted and the third is vinyl floored. All three bedrooms have built-in mirror door robes and ceiling fans. The large tiled bathroom consists of a new corner shower cabinet, vanity unit and a separate toilet. Adjoining the home is a carport with space for two vehicles and there is a gentle ramp leading to the main entrance. This energy efficient home has both a solar hot water service and solar panels with an Inverter. Sorry, no pets permitted.

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PURE THEATRE! A BRUTAL MURDER IS COMMITTED IN A SMALL TOWN IN FRANCE. THE DISMEMBERED CORPSE IS DROPPED FROM A RAILWAY VIADUCT ONTO PASSING TRAINS BELOW… ALL EXCEPT THE HEAD. WITNESS THIS MODERN CLASSIC PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER THAT TAKES YOU RIGHT INSIDE THE HEART AND MIND OF A MURDERER.

ALL YOUR NORTH COAST ENTERTAINMENT Following four sold-out seasons at Melbourne’s La Mama and fortyfivedownstairs, Marguerite Duras’s gripping crime drama The Lovers of Viorne will come to NORPA in Lismore on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 June on its national tour. In a coup for NORPA, these will be the only performances of the play in NSW and QLD on the national tour. Jillian Murray spoke with The Echo. What is it about this play that drew you to take part in it not once but twice? This is actually our fifth return season! Audiences and reviewers can’t seem to get enough of this work – and neither can I. It’s an extraordinary story of a seemingly ordinary marriage. It’s a totally immersive and spellbinding experience for us, the two performers, and for the audience. Just when you think you have an answer another piece of the jigsaw emerges. But who is telling the truth? Each time I perform this demanding work I’m transported into another world. A curious world I adore inhabiting for 100-plus minutes. I’ve been nominated several times for the Industry Green Room Award for Best Actor. This time round I was quietly confident I might have to make an acceptance speech. I did. Does your preparation for a morbid character / subject like this differ from your usual character / performance preparation? If so how?

I play both an interviewer and Claire Lanne. Claire is accused of the murder of her cousin, who was the couple’s housekeeper for 21 years. Claire did no housework or cooking (who’s envious?!). Until the husband arranged for the cousin to keep house he found daily life a bit tricky, but this was soon managed with the arrival of Claire’s cheerful cousin who kept house for them. Every character I play requires hours and hours of work on the script – not only learning lines but thinking about why these words? What do they tell me about whom I’m playing? Claire is not at all morbid. She has a clear and logical mind. She can be quick, witty, and humorous. But she can’t/ won’t explain why she committed the crime of which she’s been accused. Did you notice your own experience of life shift as a function of your immersion with such dark subject matter during your months of rehearsing and character? Thankfully no. We have a terrific team working on this production. Critical Stages – the touring company, our stage manager, our director, and my wonderful fellow actor Rob Meldrum are among the best. There is great amount of respect for what we each do, good communication and a lot of fun. Our tour started in Alice Springs. I feel like we

are going to giggle our way around Australia. Touring with great company provides lots of opportunities for laughter. My industry does, however, have a poor record for building and maintaining strong mental health and our union is working hard to address these important issues. Two years ago when you previously performed this play an interviewer summed you up as: ‘Suffice to say she [you] is in a constant state of becoming’. Would you like to elaborate on what you think they meant by that? It was actually a quote I used to describe myself. Not sure who first said it. It’s about being open to difference and growing as a result. It’s always hard to respond to the question ‘who are you?’ I know I’m someone who is welcoming and curious about ideas and about people. Abraham Lincoln said: ‘I don’t like that person. I must get to know them better.’ I value the qualities of kindness, empathy, and tolerance. I admire world leaders like Jacinda Ardern, who has the courage to promote such qualities as an important part of national character. They have too often been seen as weak and feminine qualities. They are not.

What has been your experience of the play this time around in comparison to your first reading of it? A finely written text provides many opportunities to always find more. In rehearsing the show for the national tour we’ve thought more about the curious dynamic between the subject and the interviewer. Who is the interviewer? Why are they there? They are not the police but who are they? First the husband is interviewed then the wife. You obviously enjoy this play. What would you say to theatre fans up here in northern NSW about this play and what they can expect when they come to see it? We love performing this play, and to take it on tour around Australia is a brilliant opportunity to share this exquisite, delicate, and sometimes humorous work, which has been described by one reviewer as ‘pure theatre’. The writer Helen Garner came to see the show – twice! She wrote, ‘I was thunderstruck by the play. Transfixed. Awestruck. I wished it would go on forever.’ I hope those who come to see us at NORPA will feel the same. We will certainly be giving you our all. The Lovers of Viorne at NORPA at Lismore City Hall on Friday and Saturday at 7.30pm.

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What does it mean to be famous? The dictionary defines it as being known by many people. I am â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;famousâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; here. It basically means when I go to Woolies I hear people whisper, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mandy Nolanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s funny because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just Woolies and I go there every day. (Just to be recognised.) When people I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know get a bit drunk they hug me, or get a selfie, or sometimes they decide to write abusive remarks on toilet walls. At first I was hurt, but I have come to find this endearing in a very parochial way. I mean someone went to the toilet with a pencil and thought of me. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind of beautiful â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t read what they wrote. I used to be famous only in Byron Bay, but now Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve pushed into postcodes as far south as Bellingen and as far north as the Gold Coast. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bloody long run up to world domination I can tell you. Clearly Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not properly famous. No-one knows me in Brisbane. If people know you in Brisbane, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made it because that place is so â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;off the pulseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost flatline. I think my level of attention isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really the right use of the word famous. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m notorious? Sounds like I wear feathers and dance in a seedy nightclub and am the Big Boss of some sort of middle-aged mafia. I wish I were. Relentless? Perhaps. I am sure there are many who could do without opening the paper or their social media and getting Mandy-ed. Sometimes people say Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;iconicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, which makes me sound like the Big Prawn. I kind of like that, in a kitch tyre swan painted white or letterbox on a stiff chain in your front yard kind of way. One day when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m dead Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to think the community would raise money for a giant Mandy to put outside Bunnings. Perhaps where the hideous sculpture is now. A giant inappropriate undie-flashing old woman who was â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;almostâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; famous, but sadly never made it in Brisbane. While weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on this, in case of my sudden death let me put this on the record, that I would like to be posed sitting up in my coffin with one leg coming out and one arm in the air kind of punching out in defiance. Of what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure, possibly everything. (And I need to be wearing something really short so I can show my legs because everyone wants to see a dead ladyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legs at a funeral.) Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve met lots of famous people. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a bit weird because you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what to say. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s this instant power differential because even if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not a fan itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost impossible to meet a famous person and have a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;normalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; conversation. Mainly because when you meet them you say sucky things because they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the privilege or interest in knowing anything about you, because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not famous. I remember meeting Bono years ago after a concert. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d given us tickets because heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d been a close friend of my partnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother (Michael Hutchence) who had died only a few months before. He wanted to meet us backstage after the Sydney U2 concert. So security found us, and then led us to the private party. I was swept past Keanu Reaves and Laurence Fishburne, out for filming Matrix; clearly they werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t famous enough to go back to see Bono. I flipped Keanu the bird. We were led to a second holding pen â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a famous-person checkpoint where the security got clearance that we could go back to the third level. We were then taken to the third level. Just a few ubercool-looking peeps smashing tequila. No Bono here. It was like Spinal Tap. So much security! At last we made the final level. It felt like a video game. I thought this would be where the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;realâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; party was. But it was just the Edge on the phone and Bono sitting on his own. Wow, being that famous looked really boring. The medium-famous people were going off in level-one Famous. I should tell Bono. He looked like a tiny monk. And I have to say Bono was gorgeous and generous-natured; he hugged us and we sat down. I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sure what to sayâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;nice hoodieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; seemed like the obvious ice breaker. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I never really liked your music but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re lovely and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to meet youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; just seemed ungracious and frankly plain rude. So I ran with the hoodie line. It worked. A few weekends ago I met Liam Hemsworth. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not that weird because Hemsworths are everywhere now. (Except Woolies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mine.) Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d seen Liamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s film with my 10-yearold daughter a few weeks before so I said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You were great in that film with Rebel Wilson. Hot and creepy.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; It was an opener so he could say, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Just like youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. But he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. He just laughed weirdly and then went back to talking to Glenn Robbins. (Because famous people find it easier to talk to other famous people.) Damn! I blew it. I should have said â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;nice hoodieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Worked with Bono.

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TOP BELLO PICKS 2019 is shaping up to be one of the best years yet for Bello Winter Music. With another world-class lineup, organisers are taking it up a notch for the fifth year of the Mid North Coast event held in the beautiful Bellingen. For a festival of discovery it can be tricky to decide which acts to circle first in that coveted festival program, but who better to give the lowdown on the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;not to be missedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; than festival director himself, Glenn Wright. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The obvious donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t-miss acts are Tammi Savoy and the Chris Casello Combo from the US; the incredible Nadia Reid of NZ; Australian music darling Laura Jean; and the legendary Hat Fitz and Cara,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; said Wright. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Other acts on the must-see list include returning favourites Bullhorn (aka FUN), Vaudeville Smash (who could forget their Sunday evening gig at the golf last time!), Senegambian Jazz Band (do. not. miss), and Gold Member (if you want to party, this is the one). â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bello Winter Music is really about finding the hidden gems, and there are many. Here are the ones Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be sure not to miss: The Maes because they are simply one of the best original music acts Australia has produced in the last 10 years; Lloyd Spiegel as he is sure to be the next one upholding the guitar/ blues tradition; Emily Wurramara as she is just amazing, and The Montgomery Brothers to see what all the fuss is about. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Claire Anne Taylor and Greg Sheehan are always ones to watch at Bello Winter Music and fun outdoor activities include

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LOVING LUCIE IN LISMORE YESHE MAN Much-loved musician Yeshe is dealing with some significant health issues, so to help him get by at a time where he can’t work his friends are getting together to launch a gofundme campaign and a star-studded event on Sunday 23 June. Featuring MC Jonathan Atherton, the funny fucker who set up a comedy club in Kuala Lumpur, a place where I don’t think you are allowed to say funny fucker! Featuring Bobby Alu, Cye Wood, Palm Wine Ambassadors, Peter Hunt, Shai Shriki, Hottentots, and more. Lots of prizes, and healthy, hearty food! Runs 3–10pm at KulchaJam.

BYRON BAY MASSIVE Following the tradition of sound-system culture originally coming from Jamaica and England, Totem Sound System is proud to unite with Byron reggae warriors like B-CHO, Uplift Sound, Likkle Twan, and Rasta in the East among others to bring the first edition of Byron Bay Sound System gathering. Held at The Byron Youth Activity Centre (behind the library) in the heart of Byron Bay on Saturday, the aim of this musical gathering is to spread conscious and uplifting reggae and dub musical experience to the Byron Bay massive. The heavy drum and bass frequencies of reggae and dub are an undeniably liberating penetration of music into the deepest of our insides. From roots reggae to jungle music, this is going to be the first in a series of sound-system gatherings to come this year. There will be art stalls, food, and hot drinks available at the event. This is an alcohol- and drug-free outdoor event from 3pm till 10pm. Saturday. It’s a $10 entry fee.

DANCING FOR SEAN’S BOOTS The Hombres is the brainchild of four of Byron Bay’s best-known and most successful musicians. Singer Kurt Rettenmaier has been performing locally and nationally with his namesake outfit Kurtis for close to ten years, during which time he has received critical acclaim and widespread radio airplay. Currently he is touring as the singer for JJJ favourites Flight Facilities. With a reputation for electric live performances, Kurtis brings to The Hombres an exciting and polished performance. On guitar is Pat Davern, best known for his work as lead guitarist in legendary Oz rockers Grinspoon. Pat has recently returned to the Byron region, and has taken the opportunity to play some different music with some old friends. On drums is Johnny, all the way from Ireland and now living here in The Bay. Johnny has played all over Europe and brings a real character to the band. Putting the bottom end in The Hombres is bass player Mike ‘Chilli’ Mills. Mike is a locally born musician recently returned from musical duties with Alex Lloyd and brings a solid foundation to The Hombres, with his driving, rock-solid playing. The Hombres have a set of entertaining, upbeat classics and hits from the last 40 years delivered with their own flavour by four exceptional musicians. The best thing for a night of fun, dancing, and entertainment… and they’re at the Byron Golf Club on Saturday 22 June from 6 till 9pm to raise money for Sean’s Boots. 6–9pm. $10 adults, $5 for kids. Tix at suffolkparkfc.com Direct from Paris

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Acclaimed Melbourne songstress Lucie Thorne is playing Dusty Attic in Lismore on Thursday to give people a taste of her brilliant forthcoming art/pop album Kitty & Frank. Lauded for writing ‘some of the most simple and beautiful songs you will hear’ (The Age), Lucie Thorne has earned her place as one of Australia’s most striking contemporary songsmiths. With twelve releases to her name and a prodigious touring schedule in Australia and internationally, Lucie Thorne continues to carve out an extraordinary creative career. Thorne’s new album Kitty & Frank will be released internationally on 26 August 2019. It traces the wild, true stories of young frontier woman Kitty Walsh and her lover, the charismatic bandit and bushranger Frank Gardiner. In the 1860s, gold fever came to Wheogo NSW and, like Deadwood, it didn’t end well. Painting landscapes with dream-soaked synths, irresistible beats, poetry, and pathos, with Kitty & Frank Thorne has woven an astonishing arc of vignettes to create an album that is at once timeless and utterly modern. At the Dusty Attic in Lismore on Thursday at 8pm. Tix $20 at dustyatticmusiclounge.com

SO SOPHISTICATED! Sophistication is a local band specialising in the music of the 30s through till now, and features the talents of Dean Doyle (vocals, trumpet, and trombone), Narelle Harris (piano, vocals) and Paul Belsham (drums). For the Save The Last Dance For Me Show the band is joined by the fabulous Paul Agar and the haunting sound of his steel guitar. Paul runs a recording studio in Yamba and performs around the region; he recently won a Dolphin Award for his steel-guitar playing. The show is based around the hits of iconic artists of the 50s and 60s. Artists include: Elvis, Fats Domino, Paul Anka, Connie Francis, Doris Day, Roy Orbison, Ricky Nelson, Jay and the Americans, The Platters, and of course The Drifters. Also featuring a special Hawaiian set with songs from Blue Hawaii, and the fabulous Jamaican Harry Belafonte’s instrumental hits (a big part of popular music in the 60s) are also a feature with hits from The Shadows, Tijuana Brass, and the eerie steel -guitar hit by Santo and Johnny, Sleepwalk. A night of fantastic soloists with a slick, experienced band – a night not to missed. Come and join us at the Canal Road RSL Bowling Club Saturday. 7.30pm. Tix are $45.90 at ballinarsl.com.au.

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PIRATES AND POLICE The Pirates of Penzance for Ballina Players, which opens this Friday, features a chorus of 10 young men and women who have to portray both pirates and policemen. Director/choreographer Jaime Sheehan has all 10 playing pirates in the first act, then all 10 playing policemen for the first song in Act 2, but then they split into two groups of five for the remainder of the second act. In most productions of Pirates of Penzance, the chorus would split into the two groups for the entire second act but Sheehan felt that she needed to have all the chorus for the song When the Foeman Bears His Steel and she feels that the move was a wise one as it has turned out to be one of the highlights of the show. ‘I felt that for the introduction of the policemen, and that song in particular, the show needed a bigger group of chorus than traditionally

used.’ Patrons will appreciate this when they see the show. Mainly consisting of school students, this chorus wields batons and swords with equal ease. For two of the chorus, this is their first time on Ballina Players’ stage. Dylan Hamilton played the very young Tam in the Players’ 2010 production of Miss Saigon, while Grace Evans, who is an exchange student, actually did the ESSGEE version of Pirates in Canada!

They won the Most Outstanding Show at the London Fringe, Best Comedy at Montreal Fringe, and the Green Room Award in Melbourne for Best Cabaret Production. Otto and Astrid are Die Roten Punkte, the award-winning post-punk musical cabaret comedy sensation! Fans of Spinal Tap and Flight of the Conchords, say ‘Hallo’ to your new favourite band. Orphaned as kids, the brother-and-sister duo found shelter in a Berlin squat and never rockin’ well looked back. Eurosmash! packs the best and worst of Eurovision into one night of warped and riotous entertainment. In this, Otto and Astrid’s latest show, the dysfunctional siblings are ready for mainstream chart success. It’s a tough choice between dancing and laughing, as this duo kicks out some mother-smashing jams. An Otto and Astrid gig is a wild rock’n’roll cabaret ride, full of hilarious, truly catchy, and award-winning songs, constantly interrupted

by the squabbling of the dysfunctional siblings. One of the most irreverent and funny gigs you are ever likely to see. A lipstick-smeared, tantrum-loving duo, Die Roten Punkte are truly one of a kind. Astrid’s avant-garde style and legendary antics inspire both reverence and fear, while Otto’s dynamic stage presence brings to mind a whirling dervish on meth. Otto and Astrid recently opened for Amanda Palmer & The Grand Theft Orchestra in Europe, Australia, and USA, and Eurosmash played to huge acclaim in the 2017 Sydney Festival. Following sellout shows in Edinburgh, Montreal, New York, and Dublin, Otto and Astrid tour Australia with one of the most irreverent and funny gigs you are ever likely to see. They perform at the Byron Theatre on Saturday at 8pm. $30–39. Tix at byroncentre.com.au.

Pirates of Penzance opens Ballina Players Theatre on Friday for 14 performances, finishing on 7 July. Tickets are $30/adult, $22/child (16 & under), and are available at Just Funkin Music shop at 124 River St, Ballina, 6686 2440 (a $2 booking fee applies) or online at www.ballinaplayers.com.au (no booking fee). All shows are at 8pm except for Sundays which are at 2pm.

MANDY MAKES TWEED FUNNY! Tweed Shire will be holding their first comedy fundraising evening for the Cancer Council, hosted by the legendary comedian Mandy Nolan, to raise funds for cancer research and support services. Stars of Tweed Shire Comedy Club will be held on 20 June at Babalou Weddings and Events in Kingscliff. All volunteers have learnt the dark art of comedy at workshops over a six-week period, learning the secrets to improvisation, joke structures, performance techniques, and topic development, as well as one-on-one writing sessions. Mandy Nolan has been an icon in the standup community for more than two decades; however, her skills don’t stop there. Apart from being a four-times published writer, she has travelled Australia to sellout crowds, closed out at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, guest featured on ABC and SBS television, and currently writes a weekly column for The Echo. Her humour is sharp, honest, and speaks to a diverse audience where she has rubbed shoulders and entertained the likes of Olivia Newton John, Jimmy Barnes, and Julie Bishop… and Bronwyn Bishop! Mandy believes she has the experience and secrets to make any student a successful comedian and find their authentic voice. Stars of Tweed Shire Comedy Club is where local legends, everyday heroes, and influential people of the community will be mentored by Mandy to learn the art of comedy and fundraise along their comedic journey, before presenting a final performance to a crowd. Funds raised from Stars of Tweed Shire will fund world-class cancer research, prevention programs, advocacy, and support services to help those affected by cancer at every point in their journey. Stars of the Tweed Shire, Babalou Weddings and Events, Level 1, Kingscliff Hotel. Thursday 20 June 6pm. Tix $30

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PRINTS, POTS, & PRIMITIVE Creative Northern Rivers couple Sam and Jacqui Sosnowski combine their talents for an exciting exhibition of wood lithography (mokulito) and primitive fired (raku) ceramic vessels called Elemental which opens at NRCG (Northern Rivers Community Gallery) on 4 July. Sam’s mokulito limited-edition prints use the relatively new exciting printmaking technique of wood lithography, which leaves the dynamic impression of the plywood substrate, giving Sam’s landscape subject matter a strong energy and dynamism. Jacqui’s raku ceramics use ancient forms and are taken from the kiln while red hot, plunged into sawdust and then water. The vessels emerge carrying this thermal energy visible on their surface. Sam’s landscapes show water, wind, and earth, and Jacqui’s ceramic vessels are created by earth, water, and fire. Both the prints and the ceramics are elemental in their process as well as in their aesthetic. Elemental opens Thurs 4 July 5.30–7.30pm. Exhibition runs until Sunday 25 August.

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DOGS, MUSIC, FUN AND FOOD Last year HOTA at the Gold Coast hosted a unique concert with Laurie Andersen, the underground US singer who held what she called ‘A Concert for Dogs’. This was a concert that recognised the relationship we have with our dogs and encouraged owners to engage in a social setting with their beloved pooches. M av i s’s K i tc h e n a n d Ca b i n s i n Murwillumbah has taken this idea to heart with a Dog Day Afternoon on Sunday 30 June – with people invited to bring their dogs to enjoy live music, dog groomers

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and trainers, natural therapies for pets, and even Furry Family Photography. This is sure to be an intriguing day! Tickets are free but you do need to register. There are lots of prizes too! To register go to maviseskitchen.com.au. Dog Day Afternoon Mavis’s Kitchen, Murwillumbah Sunday 30 June, 9am – 3pm Details on FB or mavieseskitchen.com.au Free

Thursday Night Live! is an evening of provocation, discussion, and dialogue at Lismore Gallery. This month’s provocation is: refugees now and then: Has Australia lost its compassion? Australia has a long history in resettling refugees, once being viewed as a world leader in the years after World War II. And yet, policies and attitudes towards people who come here to seek asylum have hardened over the last two decades. Is it now fair to ask have some of us forgotten our past? Have we lost our compassion? MANUS is a 13-minute film that deals with the situation faced by hundreds of asylum seekers still held captive by the Australian government on Manus Island in PNG after almost six years. I created the film based around footage shot there by journalist Olivia Rousset when she secretly visited the men for a single night during a standoff last year. The film focuses entirely on the testimonials of the men, and includes at the end a poem about Manus written by Kurdish journalist, awardwinning writer, and asylum seeker on Manus, Behrouz Boochani, voiced by him for the film in Farsi. I wanted the public to hear from the men themselves in this film, something that happens too rarely and suits the federal government that has continually tried to keep those on Manus and Nauru invisible. This is a film about humanity and solidarity. Panellists are Nathan Willis: Solicitor, Migration Consultant; Katka Adams: Visual artist and political refugee; and Angus McDonald: visual artist and filmmaker. To be facilitated by Dr Leticia Anderson, lecturer in Humanities at Southern Cross University A free event. Bookings required through the website. Thursday, Lismore gallery. 5.30 – 7.30pm.

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CELEBRATING FIVE YEARS OF THE BSA PROJECT SPACE On Friday 21 June the Byron School of Art will be celebrating five years of the BSA Project Space, with the inaugural fundraising exhibition The Way We Were. Since 2014 this exhibition space has hosted over 100 shows, exhibited 500 artists, held numerous artist talks and events, and seen many hundreds of people through the doors. The BSA Project Space receives no funding and exists entirely through sheer determination to bring exciting, and at times challenging, contemporary artwork to the Northern Rivers community. For more info or to view work online visit www.byronschoolofart.com. BSA PROJECT SPACE CONTACT: Meredith Cusack | M: 0431 034 892 | projectspace@byronschoolofart.com BYRON SCHOOL OF ART CONTACT: Jo Petrou | M: 0487 362 141 | admin@byronschoolofart.com Byron School of Art | 112 Dalley St, Mullum admin@byronschoolofart.com | www.byronschoolofart.com Like us on Facebook | Follow us on Instagram

As part of the celebration, The Project Space has produced a series of fine-art prints of works by 12 artists who have exhibited in the space over the years. These signed, limited-edition prints will be available for purchase, with money raised going towards running expenses and keeping costs down for exhibiting artists. ‘This is a special opportunity to acquire work by some of the region’s favourite artists at a very reasonable price, while supporting an initiative that has become an integral part of the local arts community,’ says Project Space coordinator Meredith Cusack. ‘Some lucky buyers will discover their purchase comes with a surprise original artwork as well.’ Artists offering their work for this limited-edition print run include James Guppy, Christine Willcocks, Emma Walker, Michael Cusack, Travis Paterson, Amber Wallis, Rachel Farlow, Alex Hudson, Dale Rhodes, Kat Shapiro Wood, and Diana Miller. All are welcome to attend this evening event, enjoy a glass of champagne, good food, and help celebrate all that is the BSA Project Space. 6–8pm, Friday 21 June 2019. Exhibition runs from 21 June till 9 July.

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T H E C O M BIN ATION OF A SUN / VEN US ALI GNM E N T IN MOBILE G EMIN I AND FULL MOON IN PER IPATETIC S AGI T T ARI US MAKE THIS WEEK A H I GH - S P E E D MIN D FEAST…

ARIES: With inventive Mercury and intrepid Mars heating up your home zone, an outof-the-box approach to whatever’s going on at Casa Aries basecamp works wonders this week. Whether it’s a change, refurb, upgrade, or complete teardown, step out of familiar thinking and go where you’ve never dared before.

LIBRA: It won’t have escaped your notice that everything’s currently on the move, shifting and changing. If you’re finding there just seem to be too many options to make a decision, don’t ignore subtle warning signals. Choose collaborators carefully. Enter anything new with clear ground rules. Keep your sensible shoes on.

TAURUS: Venus is shimmying into chic, contemporary Gemini with a style refresh in mind, so stash the comfy earth clothes till next month and glam up for this fast and furious week of social syncopation and relentless networking. Your powers of persuasion are exceptionally high right now, peaking around early-week full moon.

SCORPIO: Even though you mightn’t be feeling all that confident, your natural reticence could be this week’s oasis of calm unto others, especially during late-week Scorpio moon. Yes, there’ll be seesaw swings between stability and excitement, security and spontaneity, economy and what-the-hell spending, but aren’t there always?

GEMINI: With Sun and Venus in Gemini you’re so in this week’s limelight, which means the midst of mind changing, mixed messaging, muddles and misunderstandings – during which body language gives the most accurate information. Don’t rush decisions: take it easy, enjoy the rollercoaster ride. This is your time to shine. CANCER: Buying something or signing anything? Be sure to run background checks, read the small print, crunch necessary numbers, do your research, compare. If you’re the one selling, smooth-talking Mercury and persuasive Mars in Cancer are a hard combination to resist if you take the time to answer everyone’s questions.

SAGITTARIUS: Gemini energies can engender a tug of war between solo travels and family obligations, so do future goals and plans need some adjusting or rejigging? Whatever, when Monday’s annual Sagittarius full moon shines on what you’ve achieved in the past year, give yourself a pat on back, perhaps a celebratory libation.

CINEMA TOLKIEN

Comparable to other biographical dramas such as Goodbye Christopher Robin (2017) and Saving Mr. Banks (2013), Tolkien follows the life of JRR Tolkien, creator of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, which spawned one of the biggest-movie selling franchises of all time, up there with Star Wars and Avengers. The film (directed by Dome Karukoski) unfolds by continuously flashing between an adult Tolkien (Nicholas Hoult) struggling through the mud and blood of the Somme during WWI, trying to find and rescue a dear friend; and Tolkien’s younger self (Harry Gilby), orphaned after his jolly, storytelling mother dies. Placed into foster care and later into a prestigious boys’ academy, he forms a fellowship of creative, like-minded friends. Skipping ahead to the fellowship of the

four boys in their late teens, Hoult’s Tolkien finds himself torn between his academic aspirations and his longtime love interest in fellow orphan, Edith (Lily Collins). Although the film succeeds at dancing a delicate tango between emotions of love, war and friendship it feels as if they try to squeeze in too many blatantly obvious Lord of the Rings connections such as Tolkien’s trusty wartime sidekick revealing his name as Sam and enemy soldiers turning into Nazgul. Tolkien provides a never-before-seen insight into the life of a writer whose work continues to inspire people on an immense level and you don’t need to be a Lord of the Rings fan to watch this movie.

CAPRICORN: Mulling over an alluring deal, appealing proposition, or attractive person? This week suggests prudence via finding a happy medium between reasonable caution and leaping in. Hit Pause for a reality check: which could be investigating your own kneejerk reactions towards or against. Keep four hooves on terra firma.

LEO: This voluble week lubricates communications, makes it easier to share feelings, could even see you speaking about something you haven’t been able to talk about until now. And if ever there was a moment to let it rip, Monday’s annual full moon in tell-itlike-it-is Sagittarius hands you the mic.

AQUARIUS: This week has many moving parts, shifting circumstances, and layers of complexity. It’s full of mind-changing surprises and directional pivots, so if your intuition fires off a warning shot, don’t override niggling doubts. Investigate. Ask the questions nobody else wants to. Revisit the tale of the Emperor’s New Clothes…

VIRGO: Feelings aren’t facts. As Virgo Leonard Cohen famously wrote: I don’t trust my inner feelings, Inner feelings come and go… Are this week’s smooth spruikers with their slick pitches and glib gift of the gab playing on your emotions, beguiling your mind? Then step away, and take another look when the fairy dust settles.

PISCES: If you’re considering taking a big risk in the name of something you love, firstly read the advice for Virgo, your opposite sign on the astro-wheel. Because oppositional energies are operating this week: duelling desires and directions as you face off between brake and accelerator. Premium speed? Cruise control.

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2019 C.A.S.E. POSTCARD SHOW CALL FOR ENTRIES The 2019 postcard show is on again! C.A.S.E. invites you to enter up to five postcard-sized artworks for this popular community exhibition – all ages are welcome. This year’s theme is Between Here and There – all interpretations and media accepted. Postcards can be up to 18x13x4cm in size. You have until 17 August to get your entries ready. The exhibition will run from 30 August till 1 September.

Byron Writers Festival are thrilled to announce a host of competitions for writers and poets of a variety of ages. The Byron Writers Festival annual Flash Your Fiction competition is now open, with festival tickets and publishing opportunities up for grabs. The Susie Warrick Young Writers Award for secondary students (12–18 years) is also open for submissions. There are two age categories, each with a first prize of $500, festival passes, and mentorship opportunities. The John West Youth Poetry Prize, which will take place before the Australian Poetry Slam (Byron heat) on Festival Saturday, provides an opportunity for young spoken-word artists (aged 10–18 years) to read their work. First prize $500. For more info head to byronwritersfestival.com/festival/ competitions-and-opportunities. SEE AD ON BACK PAGE.

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DEGAS: PASSION FOR PERFECTION Directed by David Bickerstaff Exhibition On Screen Screening Sunday 16 June at 3pm Exhibition On Screen journeys from a superb exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge to the streets of Paris. With exclusive access to view rare and diverse works, this film tells a fascinating story of Degas’s pursuit for perfection through both experimentation with new techniques and lessons learnt from studying the past masters. Using written accounts by friends and commentators, and the narration of letters written by Degas himself, this film reveals a more complex truth behind one of the most influential French artists of the late 19th century and serves as an exploration of the complex workings of Degas’s artistic mind. Tickets www.byroncentre.com.au

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The Way We Were BSA Project Space Fundraiser Exhibition Celebrating 5 Years Opening Friday 21 June 5.30-8.30pm Exhibition runs 21 June - 9 July View works online: byronschoolofart.com Artists offering work for this limited-edition print run include: James Guppy, Emma Walker, Michael Cusack, Christine Willcocks

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TUESDAY 18 Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY MARSHALL OKELL

TURN THE TIDE FILM TOUR PRESENTED BY ADVENTURE REELS Friday 14 June, 6.00pm Full $20 | Conc $18 | BT Club $15 | U16 $10

Saturday 15 June, 8.00pm Full $39 | Conc $35 | BT Club $35 | Ages 15+

Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 8PM SARAH GRANT Q TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 6PM VINNIE LADUCE (DJ SET)

Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY, 3PM SUNDAY JAM

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Q HOTEL ILLAWONG, EVANS HEAD, 3PM JOCK BARNES

Q HOTEL BRUNSWICK 7PM JORDAN MCROBBIE TRIO

Q ELTHAM HOTEL 4PM NEIL MCCANN

Q MIDDLE PUB, MULLUMBIMBY, 7PM TRIVIA

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DEGAS: PASSION FOR PERFECTION EXHIBITION ON SCREEN

Sunday 16 June, 3.00pm Full $20 | Conc $18 | BT Club $18 | U18 $15

JACK MCCOY TALK STORY WITH MARK OCCHILUPO

Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY JAZZ IN THE RESTAURANT

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JUNE

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SATURDAY 15 JUNE 3.00–10.00PM

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TUES 23 JULY 4.30 TO 7.30PM

WED & THURS 3.30–5.30PM

Enjoy a drink at the Theatre Bar Byron Theatre Club Membership now available 6685 6807

THURSDAY 13 JUNE 3.30–5.00PM

TUESDAY 18 JUNE 4.30–7.30PM

Saturday 22 June, 3.00pm & 7.00pm $22 – $38.50 through Eventbrite

Sunday 23 June, 6.30pm Full $49 | Conc $45 | BT Club $45 | Ages 15+

WEDNESDAY 19 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, JAMIE ASHFORTH

Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, STEPHEN LOVELIGHT

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FREE HOMEWORK HELP

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ACCOUNTANTS & BOOKKEEPERS ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry..............................................................................................66847415

Accountants & Bookkeepers.............................. 46 Acupuncture ....................................................... 46 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration ...................... 46 Antennas & Installation ..................................... 46 Antiques / Restoration ....................................... 46 App Developers .................................................. 46 Appliance Repair ................................................ 46 Architects ............................................................ 46 Automotive ......................................................... 46 Bathroom Renovations ...................................... 46 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters .................. 46 Bricklaying .......................................................... 46 Building Trades ................................................... 46 Bush Regen & Weed Control .............................. 47 Carpet Cleaning .................................................. 47 Chimney Sweeping ............................................. 47 Chiropractic......................................................... 47 Cleaning .............................................................. 47 Computer Services ............................................. 47 Concreting & Paving ........................................... 47 Decks, Patios & Extensions ................................ 47 Dentists ............................................................... 47 Design & Drafting ............................................... 47 Driveway Maintenance ...................................... 47 Earthmoving & Excavation ................................ 47 Electricians .......................................................... 47 Fencing ................................................................ 48 Floor Sanding & Polishing ................................. 48 Garage Doors ...................................................... 48 Garden & Property Maintenance ...................... 48 Garden Design .................................................... 48 Gas Suppliers ...................................................... 48 Glaziers ................................................................ 48 Graphic Design ................................................... 48 Guttering ............................................................. 48 Handypersons ..................................................... 48 Health .................................................................. 48 Hire ...................................................................... 48 Kitchens ............................................................... 48 Landscape Design .............................................. 48 Landscape Supplies............................................ 48 Landscaping ....................................................... 48 Lighting ............................................................... 49 Locksmith ............................................................ 49 Osteopathy.......................................................... 49 Painting ............................................................... 49 Pest Control ......................................................... 49 Photography ....................................................... 49 Physiotherapy ..................................................... 49 Picture Framing .................................................. 49 Plastering ............................................................ 49 Plumbers ............................................................. 49 Printing & Copying Services .............................. 49 Removalists ......................................................... 49 Roofing ................................................................ 49 Roofing Maintenance ......................................... 49 Rubbish Removal ................................................ 49 Scrap Metal Merchants ...................................... 50 Septic Systems .................................................... 50 Sewing & Alterations .......................................... 50 Solar Installation ................................................ 50 Swimming Pools ................................................. 50 Tiling .................................................................... 50 Tree Services ....................................................... 50 Upholstery .......................................................... 50 Valuers ................................................................. 50 Veterinary Surgeons .......................................... 50 Water Filters ........................................................ 50 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning............................. 50 Welding ............................................................... 50 Window Tinting................................................... 50

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ACUPUNCTURE

ACCOUNTS & BOOKINGS: 6684 1777

INDEX

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

Call Kane

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

0410 534 081

All aspects of plumbing: Gas Fitting, Drainage, Construction, Renovations. 15+ years experience. Free quotes. Licence # 289899C

BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION LOCAL

SHOWCASE DEALER SHOWROOM

SUNSCREENS

artisanair.com.au

PLEASE CALL AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

6680 9394 AU 37088

Lic 246545C

– Sales – Installation – Repairs – All Commercial Refrigeration – Residential & Commercial Airconditioning – Coolroom Design & Construction – Freezer Rooms

Mullumbimby Refrigeration & Airconditioning Services 14 Manns Road, Mullumbimby

02 6680 8862 PLANTATIONSHUTTERS

FREE MEASURE QUOTE ON OUR COMPLETE RANGE OF QUALITY

AWNINGS

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR WINDOW TREATMENTS SPECIALISTS IN HOME AUTOMATION

ROLLERBLINDS

www.blinddesignbyronbay.com.au

6684 2783

Lic: 299433C ARC: AU40492

CURTAINS

Visit or Showroom at

1/84 Centennial Circuit Byron Bay

BRICKLAYING

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

RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141. Lic No. 264313C.....................0487 264137 BRICK/BLOCK LAYING Contractors. Lic 291958C. Phone Mark ........................................0409 444268

BUILDING TRADES

ANTENNAS & INSTALLATION

• DEPT OF FAIR TRADING: A licence is required for all residential building work where the reasonable market cost of the work to be done (labour and materials) exceeds $5000 (including GST).

0439 624 945

02 66 804 173

DUFbuild

Friendly Reliable Prompt Local

Digital TV ALL Antenna Installations & Repairs ALL Electrical Work

PRESTIGE BUILDERS

build the dream

Award Winning Builders • Renovations • Extensions • New Homes

IWIRE

ANTENNAS

• New digital antennas * • Reception NO FIX NO CHARGE problems For fast service call • Extra TV outlets

Darren Paxton

0412 497 637

Master Builders Licence No.94573C

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1300 095 393

0402 022 111

David Levine iwireantennas.com.au

*conditions apply

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

ANTIQUES / RESTORATION FURNITURE RESTORATION Old/antique, 40+ yrs exp. erwinfurniturerestoration.com ...0412 528454

APP DEVELOPERS

YOUR LOCAL APP DEVELOPERS Call Peter

Have an idea? We can build it.

0419 260 726

iOS and Android apps written in native code. Book an appointment. www.unidap.com.au

APPLIANCE REPAIR DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas .......... 66843575 or 0414 922786 ALL MAKES & models: Fridges, washers, ovens. All kitchen/laundry. Fast w/ good rates ..0401 159371

ARCHITECTS

DINGO DEMOLITIONS & ASBESTOS REMOVAL ................................. 66834008 or 0407 728998 CARPENTER All jobs. Michael Dow. Lic 147675C .................................... 66291169 or 0412 967677 BUILDER – JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C .............0415 793242

FRANK STEWART ARCHITECT Reg. 6075. www.frankstewart.com.au............................66856984 FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C .........................66808162 OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001 BUILDER CARPENTER Extensions, renos, new homes, insurance, all jobs. Lic 19953 .......... 0403 458177 ATELIER LUKE – Luke Hayward architect, Reg. 10438 www.atelierluke.com ...............0401 875535 CARPENTER Lic 39791 Decks, studios, pergolas etc Paul Varendorff ................66845035 or 0414 842602 BUILDER Renovations, maintenance, 30yrs exp. mchughdesign.com.au Lic 29792C....0408 663420

AUTOMOTIVE

CARPENTER. Insured & qualified. Homes, decks, small jobs, free quotes. Lic 231104C...0431 674377 CARPENTER BUILDER Extend, renos, cabins, sheds. Peter Bergin Lic 147887C..................0432 060110 CARPENTER HANDYMAN FB Greg’s Handyman Services Byron Bay Lic No 1039897....0414 109595

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LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES

HAVEN BUILDING All aspects of building. Lic 326616C ...............................................0432 565060 RENOVATION SPECIALIST Excellent quality. Builder: Levi Alexander Lic 189611C .......0402 434154 CARPENTER All work types, 20 years exp, free quotes, fully insured, no job too small...0473 027848

BAYSIDE RADIATORS Windscreens & air-con. Billinudgel. AU29498 .................................66802444 BUILDER decks, pergolas renovations Lic: 182983C ......................................................0412 551353

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Service Directory BUSH REGENERATION & WEED CONTROL WEED CONTROL SPECIALIST Lawns - bindii weeds .....................................................0418 110714

Blue Sky

EAST COAST BUSH REGENERATION Tree planting, weed control. Call Rossco Faithfull.0409 157695

CARPET CLEANING

TENDER LOVING CARE Specialising in household carpet cleaning Speedy Drying

Carpet and upholstery cleaning, urine extraction, rust removal, heavy traffic areas, deodorising and sanitation.

Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours

0408 232 066

PROFESSIONAL WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

BEYOND CLEANING GROUP Quality focused. Brunswick to Ballina from $39.60ph .....0451 102239 HOLIDAY CLEANERS AVAILABLE NOW! Domestic, AirBnB, last-minute. Local, exp & reliable .0421 360961 BOND CLEANING ..............................................................................................................0421360961

COMPUTER SERVICES

Personal tech support for bamboozled ed bip bipeds HHN NP P DX www.mygeekmate.com.au | mark@P\JHHNPDWH FRP DX

A con Any consumer digital device An ny di Any digital project at home purely support, advice & tech mentorship

CHIROPRACTIC

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SERVICING THE EAST COAST OF THE NSW NORTHERN RIVERS

Burringbar

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

Byrne Civil

TINY EARTHWOR Philip Toovey

0409 799 909

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

various implements available for limited access projects

WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman...66858553 MICHAEL SCHWAGER 108 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby ...................................................66841962

EARTHMOVING & PLANT HIRE Specialising in driveway construction & maintenance

MULLUMBIMBY CHIROPRACTIC Massage & Chiropractic. 110 Dalley St ........................66841028 MOBILE COMPUTER SUPPORT Home & business workrightcomputersupport.com.au 0422 804449

CLEANING

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

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Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232 or 6680 9901 email: impresswindowcleaning@gmail.com Reliable â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly â&#x20AC;˘ Professional â&#x20AC;˘ Fully Insured â&#x20AC;˘ Free Quotes â&#x20AC;˘ Affordable Rates Locally Owned and Operated â&#x20AC;˘ Quality Work with Over 10 Years Experience

Quality Exterior Refinishing Roof & Pressure Cleaning Roof Painting Deck Oiling Phone Oliver 0419 789 600 fullcirclerefinishing.com

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0427 663 678 / 0410 056 228

Specialising in road works, land clearing, retaining walls and general earthworks. Augers and rock grab available.

SALISBURY CONCRETING

Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting. â&#x20AC;˘ Residential Civil Industrial. â&#x20AC;˘ Resurfacing and rejuvenation of existing concrete. â&#x20AC;˘ Steel ďŹ xing & formwork.

DARYL 0418 234 302 OR 02 6680 1793

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CONCRETING

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Luke Jarrett â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0431 329 630 Follow us on

Call Daniel

0424 876 155

STEVE BROWN EARTHMOVING

FLANAGAN CONCRETING & EXCAVATIONS. Lic No. 310498C. Ph Andrew ..................0401 968173

Specialising in road repairs & driveways Rock walls, clearing, house shed and tank pads.

ADVANCED CONCRETE POLISHING Grind & seal, polished concrete. Shane ................0419 961708

Augers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hole boring. All general earthworks, excavators, positrack, bobcat, roller and tipper hire.

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

6684 0160 | 0439 840 160 | 0421 460 932

DECKS

NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65hp chain trencher, mini excavator, cable locating.0402 716857

FREE QUOTES

ALEX EXCAVATION 3.5T Zero Swing & 5T Tipper Rock Grab + other attachments ........0417 920300 CivilTrak Road construction, excavators, rollers, grader & truck hire.............................0499 912459

ELECTRICIANS

Call Mark 0498 115 182 FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Timber & deck oiling, coating, stripping. Fast free quotes .....0419 789600

Window Cleaning Professionals

Training & assessment: earthmoving plant & forklift

5.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR, POSITRACK & TIPPER HIRE

Lic.136717c

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â&#x20AC;˘ Tip trucks 3 to 12 tonne â&#x20AC;˘ Excavator 5 to 21 tonne â&#x20AC;˘ Positrack loader augers 150 to 600mm & rock grab â&#x20AC;˘ Driveways â&#x20AC;˘ Roads â&#x20AC;˘ Acreage clearing â&#x20AC;˘ House pads â&#x20AC;˘ Drainage â&#x20AC;˘ Carparks â&#x20AC;˘ Bush rocks â&#x20AC;˘ Rock walls â&#x20AC;˘ Competitive rates

CONCRETING & PAVING

Lic No 142383C

â&#x20AC;˘ House washing â&#x20AC;˘ High pressure or soft wash â&#x20AC;˘ Window cleaning â&#x20AC;˘ Driveways, paths & roofs â&#x20AC;˘ Gutters & ďŹ&#x201A;yscreens â&#x20AC;˘ Water efďŹ cient â&#x20AC;˘ Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6687 4655 or 0412 495750

BETTER CALL SAUL The Mac Doctor. Repairs. Upgrades. Used Macs.............................0411 562111

Lic No. 337066C

ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

Full Circle

ALL ASPECTS OF ASPHALT & BITUMEN SERVICES

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CHIMNEY SWEEPING

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Jai â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0467 482 948 6677 1859

DETAILED STEAM CLEANING Natural products. Bathrooms, kitchens, spring cleans .0410 723601

APEX CARPET CLEANING www.apexcarpetcleaning.com.au......................... Nathan 0412 926441

%XTE HOUSE RIOR W WIN ASH CLEAN DOW

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Call 6684 5561 or 0428 899409 www.swiftecoclean.com.au

Commercial / Domestic / Insurance

BLACKS CHIMNEY SWEEPING & REPAIRS AHHA member, insured. 3rd generation .....66771905

Specialising in Asphalt Driveways, Subdivisions, Earthworks, Carparks and all Maintenance!

THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refinishing, cable balustrading. Free quotes. Richard ...0407 821690

DENTISTS

24 HOUR SERVICE

0439 624 945

02 66 804 173

Domestic Commercial

All Jobs Small or Large

Lic: 154293c

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

'ULYHZD\ 3RWKROH 6SHFLDOLVW

fully insured | free quotes | swiftecoclean@gmail.com

(02) 6684 1001

Green & Clean

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

20 Year+s Exp.

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Truck Mounted Machine

Kevin & Margaret Bower

Holiday lets and Airbnb, residential homes and end of lease cleans, bond cleans, builders cleans etc. Friendly reliable and trustworthy local service.

CARPET CLEANING

TLC

DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE

Professional Cleaning Services

LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE .......................................................................66851264 MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street .....................................................................................66842644

DESIGN & DRAFTING BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com..........Bob Acton 0407 787993 DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448

ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753

SECURITY, DATA, TV Tim Nicholls ph: 0468 384 203 lic: 000102498

nichollselectrical@outlook.com

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ELECTRICIANS (continued)

THE BYRON BAY GARDEN & LANDSCAPING COMPANY Structural Landscaping • Paving • Stonework • Timber work • Retaining wall • Garden maintenance • Planting • Turﬁng • Mulching • Hedging • Lawns

0434 329 111

0458 267 777

Lic. 211410C

Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Non-Toxic Herbicide Spray | Brush Cutting Tip Runs | Fully Insured

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

Suffolk Park

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

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

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

HANDYPERSONS A TO Z HANDYMAN SERVICES Tip runs, pressure cleaning, gardening, odd jobs ....Andre 66847553 or 0439 495247 A.S.A.P. All renos, carpentry, plastering, painting, studios & bathrooms .......................0405 625697

ELECTRIC BOOGALOO • 24/7 Emergency • Residential, Commercial • Level 2

Lic no. 141097C

0414 905 900

Lic No: 143433C | ACRS Master Cabler A017916

Paola Landscapes Pty Ltd

HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ......................................... 66884324 or 0476 600956

Garden Clean Ups Gutter Cleaning Lawn Maintenance Irrigation & Repairs Hedge Trimming Planting & Lawn Edging Turf Laying Full Garden Maintenance Servicing Residential, Commercial and Government PLEASE CALL MATTHEW PAOLA 0431 871 245

AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic. Wayne...............................0423 218417

GARDENBOY. BYRON AND TWEED

COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .......................... 0439 624945 or 66804173

Superior Specialised Horticultural Garden Care www.gardenboy.com.au

RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 .........................................................0429 802355 JP ELECTRICAL Level 2 ASP Under-g/O-head lines, Pwr poles, Solar. Lic 133082C ........0432 289705

CHRIS APPEL. Ocean Shores. Lic EC 22349.....................................................................0422 607444 MULLUM.MOWING@gmail.com. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Peter................0423 756394

SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477 BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ............................0429 033801

FENCING

MC’S HANDYMAN SERVICES Exp. painter, home repairs, odd jobs. Great rates............0412 559509 CARPENTER HANDYMAN FB Greg’s Handyman Services Byron Bay Lic No 1039897....0414 109595

1800 763 911 | 0417 415 474

JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C..............0415 126028

THE HANDYMAN CAN All home maintenance, repairs, painting, odd jobs etc .............0427 110953

GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured ... 66841778 or 0405 922839 A-Z Lawns & acreage, trees & hedges, clean ups & tip runs, all gutters ..........................0405 625697

GOOD NEWS HANDYMAN Carpentry, home renovations/repairs etc. Jesse..................0458 968290 PPP HOME MAINTENANCE All aspects. Carpentry, decks, painting, repairs etc. Insured. 0434 705506 ALL TIMBER REPAIRS Qualified joiner/handyman. Well presented. Andrew ...............0412 293732

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

A.C.E. LAWNMOWING & GARDENING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed.............Sam 0438 655763 ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366 LEAF IT TO US Specialists in acreage mowing, garden, tree maintenance.....................0402 487213 MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002 PAUL’S MOWING Local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O. Shores, Byron & Bangalow.........0422 958791 MALI’S Therapeutic Chinese Massage Service. In & out calls ..............................................66841790 A GREEN EARTH Garden restoration, maintenance, tree & rubbish removal ................0405 716552

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

WWW.EASTCOASTPILATES.COM.AU Judy Leane BSpSc ..............................................0408 110006

TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772

HIRE

BRUSHCUTTING Rubbish, Property Maintenance, Lawns.............................................0412 469109 RICK’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Mowing, brushcutting, gardening, pool service ...0424 805660 FEMALE GARDENER with years of experience. Bridget.................................................0429 335501 STEVE’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Acerage mowing, general prop main, fully insured.. 0488 550988

MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more ........................www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003

KITCHENS

BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0422 207299 GREEN DINGO for all your mowing and gardening needs. Ph Michael .........................0497 842442 D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery. Lic 283553C. www.hinged.com.au ....................... Dave 0409 843689 SAMURAI HEAVY BUTY BRUSHCUTTING. Ph .............................................................0402 733620 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service. ...........................66771852 or 0432 107262 PROBLEM CAMPHORS and woody weeds removed. No fuss-green waste, lantana too! ..0478 779650 FLOW FENCING Pool fencing, timber/colourbond, local, professional and reliable.......0416 424256

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

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

NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco oils, hard wax oils & water-based finishes. Nathan .............0420 215716

Free Delivery

Locally Owned Est 18 years

No Rental

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Garden Design & Property Planning. Andrew Pawsey ..........0478 519804

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

GAS SUPPLIERS

THE FLOOR SANDER non-toxic finishes. Free quotes richardneylan1@bigpond.com ...0407 821690

GARAGE DOORS

BEAU JARDIN We design & build beautiful gardens www.beaujardin.com.au Lic 177274C ...0417 054443

Reliable

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609

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

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983

GLAZIERS GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

24/7 EMERGENCY GLASS 0415 660 801 6685 8588 Mirrors • Security doors and screens Shower screens • Commercial glazing

SOIL

CRACKER DUST

MULCH GRAVEL

ROAD BASE FIRE WOOD

18 Lucky Lane Billinudgel Industrial Estate

landscaping supplies

0266 804555

LANDSCAPING

BYRON GLASS & ALUMINIUM Home, Shop & Office. 24 hr/7 days. Lic 313329C ..............66808123

GRAPHIC DESIGN www.thinkblinkdesign.com Acreage Mowing Specialist | Mini excavation Toro Dingo with stump grinder, trencher and soil cultivator

Contact Vadi: 0404

978 383

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DESIGN Print | Branding | Social Media | Websites | Graphic Design

SUBTROPICALLANDSCAPES.COM.AU 20 years exp. Lic 231789C ................................0405 122456 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853

North Coast news daily in Echonetdaily www.echo.net.au

Service Directory THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714

LIGHTING

PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES

BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018

PRINTWORKS Traditional / Digital art@mullumprintworks.com.au .................................66843633

PHOTOGRAPHY

REMOVALISTS

Tree Faerie Fotos

Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Move & More

Professional â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Personal

LOCKSMITH

30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism

Brendan Duggan Locksmith. Automotive car keys and lock installation/repair .......0412 764148

www.treefaeriefotos.com â&#x20AC;˘ 0417 427 518

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

OSTEOPATHY

PHYSIOTHERAPY

OSTEOPATHY

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO

BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, mat/reformer, clinical exercise classes. Kim Snellgrove, Cally Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara ...................................................................................66872330

at Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre

Dr. Matthew Fourro (Osteo) Dr. Egbert Weber (Osteo) 60 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby | 02 6626 7900

NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday

PAINTING

CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel ..................Bangalow 66872337 & Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;bah 66723818

â&#x20AC;˘ DEPARTMENT OF FAIR TRADING INFO: When dealing with home owners, painters are required OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics, shock to quote a licence number only for external work valued over $5000.

wave therapy, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Ilse V Oostenbrugge, Steve Clifford.......66803499

Lic No 189144C

ALL-WAYS PAINTING 0438 784 226 â&#x20AC;˘ 6685 4154

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

0409 917646

466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288

PETRA KARNI Physio, Craniosacral, Alexander Technique. Byron. Open Saturdays.......0403 226858

BYRON BAY

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

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

NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs. Mon, Wed, Fri..............................................66857517

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

0429 149 533 Est 2006

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

PETER FARRELL Cold laser, manual therapy & exercise, Mullumbimby ..............................66843385 BRUNSWICK HEADS PHYSIO. Manual therapy exercise prescription, 45 minute consults, experienced Physio .........................................................................0419 629333

PICTURE FRAMING

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02 6684 2198

MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10 ............................0403 734791 BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING. 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel ........................ 6680 3444

PLASTERING

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MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813 BENNY CAN MOVE IT! .................................................................................................0402 199999 MAN WITH A TALL VAN (5 star reviews) from $55ph. Call Evan ...................................0410 120777

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X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING X 6680 7573 0415 952 494 X www.yvesdewilde.com.au LIC 114372C

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AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 ALL WAYS PAINTING NORTHERN RIVERS. Qualified, insured, clean. 0413 401907 or 66805015

MONTYS METAL

ROOFING Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

PLUMBERS Lic 167371C

www.duluxaccredited.com.au

ROOFING

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

Chay 0429 805 081 20 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE

Licence No. 207479C

YVES DE WILDE

PEST CONTROL

Metal RooďŹ ng Installations â&#x20AC;˘ Guttering Downpipes â&#x20AC;˘ Fascia â&#x20AC;˘ Skylights â&#x20AC;˘ Whirlybird Patios â&#x20AC;˘ Repairs â&#x20AC;˘ Leaf Guard

Craig Montgomery â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0418 870 362 Email: montysmetalrooďŹ ng@gmail.com www.montysmetalrooďŹ ng.com.au

RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL NEW ROOFS / RE-ROOFS INSULATED ROOF PANELS FASCIA & GUTTERS REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 0 4 1 1 6 8 3 0 0 3 | Z A C . M A C TA G G A R T @ G M A I L . C O M | L I C 2 2 3 4 8 9 C

ALL ROOF CLEANING Experienced, insured & fast free quotes. Call ..............................0419 789600 MR NORTHERN RIVERS ROOFING & Gutterguard Specialist NSW Lic 102013C...........0499 853889

ROOFING MAINTENANCE Professional Property Protection you can Trust â&#x20AC;˘ Targeted treatments for all pests with â&#x20AC;&#x153;no sprayâ&#x20AC;? cockroach treatments â&#x20AC;˘ If you have found live termites, do not disturb them and call us for advice! No cost for quoting on active termites Relax, when safety, reputation and experience matters, we are the experts

6685 4490 or AH on 0414 769 018

www.sanctuarypest.com.au

30 years experience Blocked drain specialists Everything plumbing, drainage & gasďŹ tting

02 6681 6555 Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS www.allpestsolutions.com.au

SHANE

0400 852 141

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JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025 BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403 HRH PLUMBING Providing a prompt, reliable & efficient service. Lic 220755C ............0402 652017

Pressure cleaning ABN 26565531984 Gutter Cleaning RTN Roof re-pointing / Painting Roof Restoration

CALL RYAN 0412 873 816

RUBBISH REMOVAL OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ......................................... 0412 161564 or 66841232 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 4m3 trailer................................................................0408 210772

MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035 RUBBISH REMOVALS & TIP TRUCK HIRE Free quotes and same day service .............0451 079060 ADM PLUMBING SERVICESâ&#x20AC;Ś (NO JOB TOO SMALL)â&#x20AC;Ś Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483 EVERGREEN TIP RUNS and rubbish removal, 8x5 trailer, heavy duty...........................0427 176771 I LOVE PLUMBING. All plumbing. All areas. Ph Steve. Lic 148904C ..............................0412 916140 A1 RUBBISH REMOVAL AND TIP RUNS. 9m3 trailer. Same day service. Best rates ....0413 289443

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SCRAP METAL MERCHANTS

BYRON CASH FOR SCRAP FREfoEr all

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@ BRUNSWICK BYRON AUTO WRECKERS Buying: â&#x20AC;˘ Scrap metal â&#x20AC;˘ Aluminium â&#x20AC;˘ Copper â&#x20AC;˘ Brass â&#x20AC;˘ Lead â&#x20AC;˘ Car Batteries Next to Tyagarah Service Station

PaciďŹ c Highway, Tyagarah 6684 2351

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Servicing the Far North Coast for 20Â years. Free quotes. Experienced local technicians. ChemDryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patented cleaning systems.

WINTER SPECIAL:

Every 5th m2 FREE

0408 232 066

TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103

BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ....................................................0402 364852 TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance .....................................0401 208797 MARTINO TREE SERVICES ..............................................................................Martino 0435 019524 LEAF IT TO US Skilled climbing, chipping & stump grinding. Fully insured, free quote .0402 487213

UPHOLSTERY

Lic 312643C

TILING PERFECTION & WATERPROOFING Free quotes, repairs. Lic 179306C .66801168 or 0409 847653 BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists.............................66805255

Home sewage solutions Commercial wastewater treatment Rainwater tanks concrete and plastic

Sales Installation Service

Northern Rivers Pty Ltd

PETER GRAY Grad. Cert. Arb. AQF8. Consulting arborist................................................0414 186161

TILE & GROUT CLEANING

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

â&#x20AC;˘ plumbing.td@bigpond.com

0418 754 149 â&#x20AC;˘ 07 5523 9930

SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66877677 or 0417 698227

TILING

â&#x20AC;˘ 1300 Taylex â&#x20AC;˘ www.talex.com.au

TRINE SOLUTIONS Local waste specialists. Plumbers, drainers & gas fitters. Lic 138031C .. 0407 439805 NEWT Environmental Wastewater Treatment. Design, upgrades, maint & intall. Lic 207479C . 0429 805081

SEWING & ALTERATIONS

FLOOR & WALL TILING & WATERPROOFING. Lic no 157459C Ian ..............................0459 559237

BYRON BAY UPHOLSTERY. Soft furnishings, curtains & outdoor. ................................0403 713303

TREE SERVICES

CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES The Fully Insured Professionals

VALUERS BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD regâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Chartered Valuers ................... 0431 245460 or 66857010 SIMPSON PROPERTY GROUP - Valuation, Advisory & Asset M/ment. Specialists in: Residential,

â&#x20AC;˘ Stump Grinding â&#x20AC;˘ Bobcat â&#x20AC;˘ Cherrypicker â&#x20AC;˘ Crane Truck â&#x20AC;˘ 18â&#x20AC;? Chipper

Rural, Commercial & Industrial. www.simsonproperty.com.au..........0400 134562 or 0427 220976

Mark Linder QualiďŹ ed Arborist 0408 202 184 choppychoptrees@bigpond.com

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

SEWING Repairs & alterations. Byron Bay & all areas. Phone Jan ..................................0427 570812

NORTH COAST VETERINARY SERVICES Dr Lauren Archer .................................................66840735

SOLAR INSTALLATION

WATER FILTERS

Pioneers of the solar industry

Serving Northern NSW since 1998

The Water Filter Experts

Call us on 6679 7228

Your local, qualiďŹ ed team. m 0428 320 262 Specialists in standalone & e sunbeamsolar@bigpond.com grid interact system designs.

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www.junoenergy.com.au licence number: 255292C

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181

1300 384 766

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for home, commercial and rural properties

We provide professional & reliable tree services to make your environment safe and healthy.

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$399

FULLY INSTALLED IN YOUR HOME

Phone Chris 0414 229 114

WATER TANKS & TANK CLEANING TANK CLEANING Repairs, installation, first flush diverters, pumps, etc ........................0418 662285

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WELDING & FABRICATION Structural, general, repairs & Aluminium. Call Rod ...........0408 410545 WWW.DELAFORJA.COM-Unique Custom Gates, Railings & More, Made Locally..........0404 292344

WINDOW TINTING SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices ..........................0412 158478 SURFWAGON - Car/Home/Office tint. Lifetime Warranty. W/sale price .........................0434 875009

0427 347 380

Find SWIMMING POOLS

ATTENTION POOL OWNERS â&#x20AC;˘ All pool requirements â&#x20AC;˘ Professional advice â&#x20AC;˘ Water testing â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly service â&#x20AC;˘ Pool servicing 73 Station St, Mullumbimby (opp. Council chambers)

6684 3003

POOL OWNERS, WE COME TO YOU! Call Luke 0468 829 756 â&#x20AC;˘ Pool Cleaning & Servicing â&#x20AC;˘ Equipment SalesÂ & Repairs â&#x20AC;˘ Pool Heating & Covers â&#x20AC;˘ Automatic Cleaners & Robots â&#x20AC;˘ Water Testing & Chemicals

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MULLUM POOL SHOP Water testing, eco products, mobile service, construction/repairs....0418 666839 POOL CONSTRUCTION BYRON BAY. Baywater Pool. Lic 206487C.........0419 479921 or 66843489

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Classifieds

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777

INDEX Business For Sale ................. 52

CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

For Sale ................................. 52

PHONE ADS

Funeral Notices ..................... 53

Ads may be taken by phone on

Publication day is Wednesday, booking deadlines are the day before publication.

Childcare................................ 51

6684 1777 AT THE ECHO HEAD OFFICE

Garage Sales......................... 52

RATES & PAYMENT

Echo Classies also appear online in Echonetdaily – echo.net.au/classified-ads

LINE ADS: $17.00 for the first two lines $5.00 for each extra line

Ads can be lodged in person at the Mullum Echo office:

Halls For Hire......................... 52

Village Way, Stuart St, Mullumbimby

THE BYRON SHIRE

Health Notices ....................... 51

EMAIL ADS

Items Under $100 .................. 52

Display classies (box ads): adcopy@echo.net.au Line classies: classifieds@echo.net.au

DISPLAY ADS (with a border): $12.50 per column centimetre

Ad bookings only taken during business hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Ads can’t be taken on the weekend. Account enquiries phone 6684 1777.

These prices include GST.

Lost & Found ......................... 53 Motor Vehicles ....................... 52 Musical Notes ........................ 53

PUBLIC NOTICES

Only Adults ............................ 53 Pets ........................................ 53

On sale at The Echo

$17 for two lines is the minimum charge.

Prepayment is required for all ads.

Dynamic Drawing Wed Mullum/Fri Byron. Ron 0421101220 www.dynamicdrawing.com.au

STREET LATIN dance classes. All ages welcome. Puerto Rican/Columbian Salsa plus more, Tuesday 18th June, 6.40pm Marvell Hall, Marvell St Byron. Have fun while making new friends Txt 0438214212

BYRON BEACHSIDE MARKET

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Saturday 13th July Stall Registration Open

To Lease ................................ 52

byroncentre.com.au FIND OUT HOW THE ROT BEGAN

Wanted .................................. 52 Wanted To Rent ..................... 52 Work Wanted ......................... 53

DISCLAIMER Advertisements placed in The Byron Shire Echo do not reﬂect the views or opinions of the editorial staff. The Byron Shire Echo does not make any representations as to the accuracy or suitability of any content or information contained in advertising material nor does publication constitute in any way an endorsement by The Byron Shire Echo of the content or representations contained therein. The Byron Shire Echo does not accept any liability for the representations or promises made in paid advertisements or for any loss or damage arising from reliance on such content, representations or promises.

HELP OUR COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER DRIVER REQUIRED Mullumbimby and District Neighbourhood Centre are looking for a crew of volunteer food recovery van drivers.

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BANH THAI 17 Ruskin St BYRON BAY

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Requirements for the job are that you must be ﬁt and able to lift sometimes heavy boxes of food, you must have an unencumbered Drivers Licence.

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BABY-SITTING I love looking after children and I am a great cook, $15/hr. Phone 0424025271

PROF. SERVICES

us Who can save

Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre

Tree Services ......................... 52

CHILDCARE

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CLASSIFIEDS THAT WORK ALL WEEK!

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Julie Wells Anne Goslett (nee Mannix)

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TUESDAY MULLUMBIMBY 8.30-10am: QIGONG

9.30-11am: YOGALATES (BT) 4.30-5.30pm: GENTLE (B) 6-7.30pm: YOGALATES (B)

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

BANGALOW 8.30-10am: QIGONG 6-8pm: TAI CHI

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9.15-10.15am: BARRE FITNESS (B) 6-7.30pm: PILATES W YOGA STRETCH (SP)

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BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333

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Ocean Shores / Brunswick Heads

Ocean Shores 11 /10 Balemo Dr 3 bed 1 bth, 2 car $600p/w

Mooball 1 bed 1 bth 1 car $250p/w Upper Coopers Creek Lot 2 Englishes Road 2 bed 1 bth 2 car $585 p/w Shop 33 Ocean Village Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores 6680 5000

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URBAN ARCHEOLOGY mid-year yard

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RESIDENTIAL Brunswick Heads 4 bed 2 bth $580 Ocean Shores 1 bed 1 bth $280 2 bed 1 bth $380 South Golden Beach 1 bed 1 bth $320 2 bed 1 bth $370 The Pocket 3 bed 2 bth $650

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STORAGE SHEDS available for rent Byron Bay industrial

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POSITIONS VACANT EXCEPTIONAL DRIVERS WANTED. Day & Night shifts available. Apply now careers@gobyron.com.au or 66209213 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 DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER, MULLUMBIMBY We are looking for a very special person to join our team in assisting a young man who has autism, to develop his skills and participation at home and in the community. We are looking for someone who is kind, flexible and conscientious, and with good boundaries, who can fit in easily in a home/family environment, as well as having initiative to develop and implement meaningful activities and opportunities. You need to be fit and strong to assist our son in doing things he loves, like surfing, cycling and bushwalking. He also loves music. Young-ish men - early to late 30s - being closer to peers, are particularly encouraged to apply. You need to have great character references - qualifications are not important, and to be 100% trustworthy, reliable, and responsible. You need to feel a calling for this kind of work. You can make a huge difference in his - and his family’s life. Living in or close to Mullumbimby is highly valued, as is a strong connection to the area and the community. You need to be settled here, and a driver licence is required. This position is for out of school hours: some early mornings, some days after school during the week, and some weekend work, as well as overnights. Some flexibility is required. During school holidays, you would be working about half the week, as well as going away with the family sometimes during school holidays. To apply, please email cavafy@ outlook,com, providing relevant details, and telling us what you think you can bring to the position. Applications close Sat 22nd June.

BAR STAFF REQUIRED 18 TILL 21 JULY 2019 Applicants must hold a current and valid NSW RSA Please email bars@splendourinthegrass.com

MATURE QUIET FEMALE seeking room. Pref Byron. Up to $200pw. 0458484869

SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH 1br, f-f, s-c garden ﬂat. Quiet, working sgle or cple. Automatic 2006 Hyundai Elantra 155452km 6mths rego 5dr hatch SN0869 ............. $5500

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Automatic 2005 Nissan Pulsar STL sedan 148726km fantastic condition 6mths rego SN1206 ................................................ $4990

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Cabin 12m x 3.1m Fitted bath & kitchen Local Area $18,500 Ph 0408 778 159

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PETS Cosmo & Soco need a home where they will be given time & love to recover from their long stint in the shelter. Some cats become sad & withdrawn when they lose the love they received when they once had a place to call home. Whilst Soco is happy to greet you, Cosmo ﬁnds it hard to trust again. Soco is a huge emotional support to Cosmo & so it would be amazing if these girls could stay together. To meet Cosmo & Soco, please visit the Cat Adoption Centre at

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Given the nature of the role, your standard measurements must fall within 1-2cm of our standard size small: Height: 170 / Bust: 85 / Waist (at narrowest point): 65 / Hip (at widest point): 92 To be considered, please email a short introduction of yourself, your availability, your measurements, and three images of your front, back and side to deborah@spell.co We thank everyone in advance for their application. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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RETURN THANKS SARAH GLORIA POYNTING 1/12/1927 - 6/5/2019 We would like to express our sincere thanks to relatives and friends for their support through cards, phone calls, ﬂowers and attendance at Gloria’s funeral. Special thanks to Dr Jill Pryor, Fr. Matthew Smedley and Michael Currie. Please accept this as our personal thanks. Julieanne, Arthur, Robert, Sandra, Richard and their families. Forever In Our Hearts.

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PFLAG Northern Rivers is a local chapter of the nationwide and international PFLAG organisation supporting parents, families, and friends of LGBTIQA+ people.

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Spell & The Gypsy Collective are seeking a fit model to participate in 2-3 hour fitting sessions,1-2 days per week with our design team. This role involves you trying on clothing whilst our design team analyse the fit/design of each garment. To be successful in this role, you’ll be comfortable in your own skin and have a bubbly personality. You live locally, are extremely reliable and have the flexibility to come in at short notice. Our fit sessions usually take place on Tuesday and/or Thursday afternoons from 1pm to 4pm.

1st SAT Bruns Heads 1st SAT Alstonville

Contains cherished family member’s ashes. Please contact Sonja 0432014978

FUNERAL NOTICES

Marlene Margaret Ainsworth nèe Taylor

Late of Cabarita Beach. Formerly of Bega. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 4th June 2019. Aged 84 years. Dearly loved Wife of Dick (dec’d). Loved Mother of Peter. Cherished Nanny of Sam. Loved Sister of Kath (Bub). Family and Friends are warmly invited to attend Marlene’s Funeral Service to be held at the St Marks Anglican Church, Pottsville, on Thursday 13th June 2019, at 11.00 am.

McGuiness Funerals Murwillumbah (02) 6672 2144

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RUBY OMG! This girl is a gorgeous, gentle giant! Ruby is a 2-year-old female Wolfhound x Bull Arab who was rescued 6 weeks ago from an abysmal situation. She has emerged from this hell as the most loving, sweet-natured, affectionate dog. Even with no training, she is grounded, calm, curious & receptive. In BDR's fabulous foster-care, Ruby is luxuriating in all the love & nurturing, & delighting in daily romps at the beach where she is awesome with other dogs. Please phone Shell on 0458 461 935 if you would like to meet Ruby with a view to adopt.

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SOCIAL ESCORTS GABRIELLA 30, pretty busty Kiwi. Sky 40, classy mature blonde. Anna 24, size 6 Thai beauty. Belinda 25, busty dark

JESSIE is a 2 year old desexed female Dane x. She is a big girl and a little shy at ﬁrst but once trusting she is a well behaved, affectionate dog who would suit a quiet home - ideally a property and be a perfect companion dog. If you can give Jessie a permanent, loving home please contact Pam on 0421 017 461.

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New moon 3 June First quarter 10 June Full moon 17 June Third quarter 25 June Day of Sun Sun Moon month rise set rise 1 S 0630 1657 0356 2 S 0631 1656 0454 3 M 0631 1656 0555 4 T 0632 1656 0657 5 W 0632 1656 0759 6 T 0633 1656 0900 7 F 0633 1656 0955 8 S 0633 1656 1046 9 S 0634 1656 1131 10 M 0634 1656 1213 11 T 0635 1656 1252 12 W 0635 1656 1328 13 T 0635 1656 1406 14 F 0636 1656 1444 15 S 0636 1656 1524 16 S 0636 1656 1608 17 M 0637 1656 1654 18 T 0637 1656 1745 19 W 0637 1656 1837 20 T 0638 1657 1931 21 F 0638 1657 2025 22 S 0638 1657 2119 23 S 0638 1657 2212 24 M 0638 1657 2304 25 T 0639 1658 2356 26 W 0639 1658 27 T 0639 1658 0049 28 F 0639 1659 0143 29 S 0639 1659 0239 30 S 0639 1659 0338

JUNE 2019

8.01pm 3.59pm 6.30pm 7.46pm Moon High tide, set height (m) 1531 0637 1.41; 1917 1.70 1610 0718 1.40; 1959 1.79 1654 0800 1.37; 2040 1.85 1744 0845 1.34; 2123 1.89 1840 0930 1.30; 2208 1.90 1941 1020 1.26; 2256 1.88 2046 1115 1.23; 2346 1.83 2151 1215 1.21 2256 0042 1.76; 1324 1.23 0141 1.69; 1437 1.28 0000 0244 1.62; 1546 1.38 0103 0346 1.55; 1649 1.50 0204 0446 1.49; 1745 1.61 0305 0542 1.44; 1835 1.72 0407 0632 1.39; 1921 1.79 0507 0719 1.34; 2004 1.83 0607 0803 1.29; 2045 1.84 0704 0845 1.25; 2124 1.82 0757 0926 1.22; 2200 1.78 0846 1005 1.19; 2237 1.73 0930 1045 1.17; 2314 1.67 1009 1129 1.15; 2352 1.59 1045 1218 1.14 1119 0034 1.52; 1316 1.15 1150 0122 1.45; 1424 1.19 1222 0217 1.38; 1530 1.26 1254 0316 1.34; 1628 1.37 1327 0414 1.31; 1718 1.48 1404 0508 1.30; 1805 1.61 1445 0600 1.30; 1851 1.72

Astronomical data and tides Low tide, height (m) 0041 0.55; 1234 0.32 0126 0.49; 1310 0.29 0211 0.44; 1347 0.27 0257 0.40; 1427 0.27 0345 0.38; 1509 0.29 0437 0.38; 1555 0.34 0532 0.40; 1646 0.40 0630 0.41; 1745 0.48 0729 0.42; 1854 0.54 0828 0.41; 2011 0.58 0923 0.39; 2129 0.59 1015 0.36; 2241 0.57 1102 0.33; 2346 0.52 1145 0.30 0045 0.48; 1227 0.29 0137 0.44; 1306 0.29 0225 0.42; 1345 0.30 0310 0.41; 1421 0.33 0352 0.42; 1458 0.37 0433 0.44; 1535 0.42 0514 0.47; 1614 0.48 0554 0.49; 1657 0.55 0636 0.52; 1746 0.62 0722 0.53; 1845 0.69 0811 0.52; 1954 0.73 0900 0.50; 2107 0.74 0947 0.47; 2219 0.71 1031 0.42; 2322 0.65 1115 0.37 0018 0.57; 1156 0.31

Times are Eastern Standard Daylight Savings 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 from Bureau of Meteorology.

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Community at work On The Horizon DEADLINE NOON FRIDAY Email copy marked ‘On The Horizon’ to editor@echo.net.au.

Mullum market

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Mullumbimby Community Market is on this Saturday from 8am till 2pm at the cnr of Stuart and Myokum Streets, Mullumbimby. Mini record fair, great local crafts, produce, coffee, and live music by Atmospheric. Please support your local community market. No dogs please.

The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Day Prostate Cancer Support Group will be held Monday 17 June 10am till 12 noon at Alstonville Bowling Club, Deegan Drive, Alstonville. We invite men who have had or are newly diagnosed to join with this active prostate cancer support group at these monthly meetings held on the third Monday of each month – partners or carers are most welcome to attend. Enquiries phone Gordon 6684 1137 or 0415 664 649.

OS Garden Club The Ocean Shores & District Garden Club is meeting at 1.30pm on Monday 17 June at The Hub Church next to Target. Dr Mary Gardner will be talking on the history of gardening and also a talk on Poinciana trees. Phone Claire on 6680 3707.

GCAT The Green and Clean Awareness Team’s monthly Dunecare Day is on Sunday 16 June from 9am till 12 noon, meeting

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1. R for religious, ritual, repast (4,6) 6. Laugh – look, the light! (4) 10. Leave northern queen – but she’s your ally (7) 11. Jump off and help rescue the ship (4,3) 12. Caress the thing, a rowing crew – takes the biscuit! (5,4) 13. Villain in part of the church, they say (5) 14. Difficult chore, the paint (5) 15. Consists of horses in time, a circle (7,2) 17. Uncompromising zealot makes a difficult ship (4-5) 20. Ambassador, hail – make an effort! (5) 21. Swiftly fabricate preliminary to bowl (3-2) 23. Spin, including a previous advantage to get in front while playing! (3,1,5) 25. Untangled rulers, a world of fantasy ( (7) 26. Caliph’s wife, perhaps – but can be old and dried out… (7) 27. … yet plain (4) 28. Teenager, a welfare payment – it smells (10)

1. Christ’s final meal (4,6) 6. Circle of light (4) 10. Colleague, spouse (7) 11. Secure release on parole (4,3) 12. Small French biscuit (5,4) 13. Villain, rascal (5) 14. Natural colour (5) 15. Reaches the same result (7,2) 17. One determined not to change (4-5) 20. Lift, make an effort (5) 21. Bowler’s approach (3-2) 23. Advantage from previous play (3,1,5) 25. Fantastic, supernatural (7) 26. Dried grape (7) 27. Not odd (4) 28. Young person, teenager (10)

DOWN

DOWN 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 7. 8. 9.

Enjoy extravagantly (3,2) Portable bed (9) Put in the boot (4,3,7) Public image of an individual (7) Ban on imports or exports (7) Scent (5) Free, gratis (2,3,4) Put the boot in the testicles (4,2,3,5) 14. How the rest visualise (6,3) 16. Draw in chess (9) 18. Teased fish with the aim of catching them by hand (7) 19. A knock back (7) 22. Courage (5) 24. Brand of groceries (5)

1. A circuit in front – enjoy! (3,2) 2. Bed of Procrustes? (9) 3. Scuttle the former speaker – put in the boot! (4,3,7) 4. For each boy, an image presented to the public (7) 5. Bar and ring to seize – I object an rise! (7) 7. To the eternal city, in its own tongue! I have a scent! (5) Last week’s solution N288 8. Bet to win only – it stinks! (2,3,4) G A S P S C A N O P 9. Make a contribution to the over – R C C O I I sudden and brutal attack! (4,2,3,5) E A R T H L I N G N 14. How different people view the Y A O N H U remaining southern bishopric (6,3) H O M E L Y S T E P A H C S 16. Draw a wife with a use-by date! (9) O U N D E R W O R L D 18. Caught the fish with your hands, N E S C U D and made pasta! (7) D I C E M U M B O J A G S S I 19. Lift the ray gun over Manchu – and G U M D R O P S A B a knock back. (7) O E E O S O 22. Ganglion in cheek (5) N E R V E C A L P U 24. Skill, they say – but it’s really just E O C U A T R U N N E R S U P I processed food! (5)

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in front of the Beach Cafe at Clarkes Beach. From 12 noon till 1pm enjoy a delicious free barbecue and be in the draw to win excellent prizes. It’s good fun. Enquiries to Udo 0413 173 786, Veda 6685 7991, or Miles 0403 206 190.

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Byron Sophia

Northern Rivers Parkinson’s Support Group meeting, Friday 14 June at the Crowley Education Building (alongside the Activity Centre), 154 Cherry Street, Ballina. Guest speaker Dr Bob Lodge. Cost: $5. Our next Coffee Catch-up morning is 10am, Friday 13 July at Summerland House Farm. RSVP Yvonne on 6628 5884 or Tamsin on 0427 645 146.

Byron Sophia Philosophical Group: The Kingdom Trilogy, 3rd vol, James Cowan. James regarded this book as the culmination of all his work. Don Hansen, Amitayus Hospice Service volunteer will read this precious text on Thursday 13 June from 1.30 till 3.30pm, at Marvell Hall, 37 Marvell St, Byron Bay. Info: Celia 6684 3623.

Hawai’ian Hula (not to be confused with hula-hooping) is being practised by Byron Bay Hula troupe Mana Aloha. Join the beginners’ class to try dipping your toes in the ocean of hula. No experience necessary, all welcome to join. Mana Aloha respectfully share this cultural art with the encouragement and blessing of their Hawai’ian teachers. Class info + bookings: www. facebook.com/ByronBayHula, email alohalilith22@gmail.com or call 0417 633 080.

Old Men Dancing

Fun Croquet

Library Book Fair

U3A Brunswick Valley Tuesday Forum 18 June 10am–12, Uniting Church Hall, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads. Kadri Kutt talks about the exciting new food ventures based in the Byron Arts and Industry Estate. Visitors and potential new members are very welcome. Ring 6685 1732.

Old Men Dancing is a six-week pilot project to explore movement and dance. It will run on Mondays, 2.30– 4.30pm until 8 July. It will be guided by local dance maker Kimberley McIntyre. All Old Men are invited to come along next Monday and have a look. It is $5 per session. For more details Email: drillhalltheatre@gmail.com.

Join Pottsville’s Fun Croquet Club at Black Rocks Sportsfield at 9.30am Tuesday and 2pm Thursday. $5 per game. Enquiries 0413 335 941.

Byron Orchid Society

VIEW Club

Friends of Libraries Byron Shire annual Book Fair is on Saturday 13 July from 10am till 5pm and Sunday 14 July 10am till 1pm at the Byron Bay Surf Club. Good-quality secondhand books of many genres available. Secondhand books, especially art and children’s required. Contact Janene on 0407 855 022 or byronbayfol@gmail.com.

Byron District Orchid Society will meet on Sunday 16 June at 2pm in the Uniting Church Hall, Brunswick Heads. We start with a cuppa, cake, and chat as we check out our mini show. Come and meet like-minded people and learn more about your orchids. Phone Eileen 0409 394 622.

Brunswick Valley VIEW Club will hold their next luncheon meeting at Brunswick Heads Bowling Club on Thursday 13 June at 10.30am. Guest speaker is author Ellie Wilkie. Call Maureen on 0408 294 973 or email: mlightfoot@internode.on.net by 10 June with apologies.

BB Hospital Auxiliary

Ancient rainforests

The monthly meeting and election of office bearers of the Byron Bay Hospital Auxiliary at Byron Central Hospital, 54 Ewingsdale Road, Ewingsdale on Monday 17 May at 1pm. Members are encouraged to attend and new members welcome. Enquiries 6685 3162.

Renowned local botanist Dr Robert Kooyman will talk on the origins of Australia’s rainforests and their place in the modern world. Learn more about our local environment with Rob at the Wilsons Creek Hall, WIlsons Creek, at 6pm, Thursday 13 June. All welcome, free admission. For more

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Gerti will present the life and music of Jaoquin Rodrigo at 10am on 18 June in the RSL meeting room, Mullumbimby. Enquiries 6680 730.

Hawai’ian Hula

Probus Club The Hastings Point/Tweed Coast Probus Club will meet on Tuesday 18 June at 10am at Tricare, 87 Tweed Coast Road, Hastings Point. The main speakers will be Greg Hopper and Andrew Fyfe, who will give a TV presentation on trips and tours with combined Probus clubs in Northern Rivers NSW. Visitors welcome. Enquiries: 6670 4072.

Call to potters Calling all north coast potters to be part of the North Coast Mud Trail and Open Studio weekend on 17–18 August. Apply online at www.northcoastmudtrail.com.au.

Discover engineering A free forum for all high-school students interested in learning about engineering as a career choice is

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meeting held Fridays 2pm. Uniting Church Bangalow – 1300 252 666 www. al-anon.org.au.

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Support after suicide

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StandBy provides support to people who have lost someone to suicide. They provide free face-to-face and telephone support and are accessible 24/7. Follow-up contact is available for up to one year. Find out more at: www. standbysupport.com.au or call 13 11 14. If you, or someone you are with, are in need of immediate support please call an ambulance or police on 000.

Food Box 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. Free Food Relief Bags for anyone doing it tough, every Wednesday 10–12noon at The Hub Ocean Shores, cnr Rajah Rd and Bindaree Way. No ID or Concession Card required. NILs referral service also available. Check Facebook page The Hub Baptist Ocean Shores for details.

next to Heritage Park, for social tennis, fun and friendship. Info: Barbara 6684 8058. Tuesdays: 10.30am. Byron: Drumming with Gareth Jones at Byron Theatre; Chair Yoga with Pippy Wardell 12 till 1pm. Wednesdays: Choir with Kim Banffy, 10–11am; Ukulele 11.30–12.15. Suggested donation of $10. No bookings needed, information seniors@byroncommuntycentre. com or call 6685 6807. South Golden Shores Community Centre every Monday at 10.30. Phone 0435 780 017. Bangalow Bowlo Sundays at 3pm. All welcome. Enquiries Margot 0412 394 932. Byron Bay Croquet at Croquet Club next to the Scout Hall at the Byron Rec Grounds every Monday at 3.30pm. Ring 0477 972 535. Pottsville Fun Croquet Club at Black Rocks Sportfield. Beginners and visitors welcome. Game starts 9.30am Tuesday and 2pm Thursday. $5 per game. Enquiries 0413 335 941.

Respite Service

ACA

Neighbourhood Centre Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre is open Monday–Thursday 9am–4pm and offers a range of services and activities. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy art, music, games, great food and more. Call reception on 6684 1286 and discover what is on offer.

Low-cost or free food

Byron Shire Respite Service Inc delivers high-quality respite care to a broad range of clients throughout the Byron, Ballina and Lismore shires. Donations welcome: Ph 6685 1921, email fundraiser@byronrespite.com.au, website: www.byronrespite.com.au.

Adult Children Of Alcoholic Parents and/or Dysfunctional Families (ACA) help & recovery group meets in East Lismore every Friday 10–11.30am corner 215 Dibbs St and Wyrallah Rd in small Quakers hut next to Community Hall.

Alateen meeting

Drug support groups

Alateen meeting every Thursday at 5–6pm. Do you have a parent, close friend or relative with a drinking problem? Alateen can help. For 8–16-year-olds meet St Cuthbert’s Anglican Church Hall, 13 Powell Street, corner of Florence Street Tweed Heads. Al-Anon family groups for older members at the same time and place. 1300 ALANON 1300 252 666 www. al-anon.org.au

Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the Shire – www.aa.org.au. Are you experiencing difficulties and challenges because of the alcohol or drug use of someone close to you? Learn coping skills and gain support from others. 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. Are you concerned about somebody else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups

Social sporting groups Mullumbimby: Tuesday Ladies Group of Riverside Tennis Club welcomes new players 9.30am every Tuesday

Breast Cancer Support The Breast Cancer Support Group Byron Bay meets at the RSL Services Club in Jonson St, Byron Bay, 12–2pm, every third Wednesday of the month. For information about support for partners and families please call 0431 207 453. More info on Facebook: Breast Cancer Support Group Byron Bay or call 0431 207 453.

Toastmasters Byron Cavanbah Toastmasters meetings coaching in communication and self-development run on 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6.40pm at Byron Services Club, Byron Bay; www. byronbaytoastmasters.org. Mullum Magic Toastmasters meet every 2nd, 4th and 5th Monday Presbyterian Church Hall, 101 Stuart Street Mullumbimby 7–9 pm. Contact Shona 0457356567 or Bronte 0451567996.

Meditation Buddhist meditation teaching and practice at the living Yoga Sanga, first floor, 63 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby, 6–7.30pm, Mondays. Mishaela, 0438 858 842 or mishaele@si.org.au. Dzogchen meditation and study group 2nd and 4th Saturdays each month at Mullumbimby CWA Hall. Didi 0408 008 769. Byron Mindfulness-Insight meditation Mindfulness-Insight Meditation Sangha and Pairoj Brahma, and Maggie Clark from 6.45 till 8.45pm. Tuesdays @ theYurt, Temple Byron www.templebyron.com Contact: Maggie 0409 611 845, Pairoj 0423 241 916. Buddhist meditation and conversation with John Allan, Mondays 6.30–8.30 pm, The Yurt, Temple Byron. No fees. John 0428 991 189. Byron

running on Thursday 27 June 2019, 6.30 till 8.30pm, at Ballina Byron lslander Resort, 1 Ronan Place, Ballina. Enquiries: 4911 7310 or register online: www.engineersaustralia. org.au/event/2019/04/ discover-engineering-ballina.

Quilters and crafters Quilters and crafters meet weekly at the Ocean Shores Community Centre each Wednesday evening from 6.30 till 9.30pm. Everybody interested is invited and most welcome to come along. Further info may be obtained from Jan on 0401 915 617.

OS Art Expo Attention all artists! It’s time to get creative for the next Ocean Shores Art Expo. This year’s theme is Celebrating a Moment. An additional category of Digital Art is offered. Expo dates: 23 till 25 August. Registrations open midJune; see www.osartexpo.com.

OWN Mullumbimby OWN Mullumbimby (Older Women’s Network) welcomes women over-50s to join us for our fortnightly coffee and conversations at Flock, Mullum. Info ph coordinator on 0430 175 923 or OWN Mullumbimby on FB. yoga philosophy club free meditation classes Monday, 6pm, 1 Korau Place Suffolk Park. Go to www.wisdom. yoga or phone Kris 0435 300 743. Community Yoga Nidra class free, Wednesdays 1–1.30pm at the Bamboo Yoga School, behind The Health Lodge, 78 Bangalow Road, Byron Bay. Matt 0430 008 293. Meditation Collective Mondays 6.30pm at Temple Byron. For more info: www. byronbaymeditationcollective.com.au or call Geo 0431 747 764. Meditation at St Paul’s Spirituality Centre Tuesdays 4– 5pm 14 Kingsley Street, Byron Bay (200 metres off Jonson Street). John Power: 0403 905 543. Free Community Yoga Nidra every Wednesday 1pm at the Bamboo Yoga School behind The Health Lodge 78 Bangalow Road, Byron Bay. Call Matt 0430 008 293. Integral Zen meditation Tuesdays 6–7.30pm at the Pura Vida Wellness Centre, 14a Park St. Brunswick Heads. By donation. Contact Erik 0418 337 508.

Craft group The Uniting Craft & Social Group meets every Monday 9.30am–2.30pm at the Uniting Church in Carlyle Street, Byron Bay. Bring lunch and whatever else you need. All welcome. Do you prefer patchwork and quilting? Come along on Monday evening same place at 6pm. Enquiries Tilly 6685 5985.

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.

Seniors computer club Byron Shire seniors computer club invites interested seniors to come to learn how to use your photos creatively. Meets at Ocean Shores Community Centre, Wednesdays 1–3pm during school terms. For more information phone Lynne on 0428 665 948.

Time to sing Come sing inspiring songs and make new friends, Sundays, 10am at South Golden Beach Community Hall. Call Linda: 0415 412 514.

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Connor O’Leary wins 44th BK Classic Crystal Cylinders There was solid swell and challenging fast closing-out waves on offer for Connor O’Leary to win The Park Hotel BK Classic from Lennox Head’s Mikey McDonagh. In the Open Women’s final the top seed Dimity Stoyle was too good for the impressive Kobie Enright. Special note to Byron Shire veteran pro Pauline Menczer, who was just pipped in the semis. Local Byron boys Duke Wrencher and Tooma Cameron featured in the U/16 boys with a runner-up finish and a third place. Lennox Head’s Nyxie Ryan was at her best in the U/16 girls final with an excellent scoring ride separating her form the pack to win the division. In the Skull Candy Willsy X Groms U/14 boys Dembe

Nyxie Ryan on her way to a win in the U/16 girls final of the Willsy X Groms. Photo Ethan Smith/SNSW Ryan (Lennox Head) and Duke Wrencher (Byron Bay) took runner-up and thirdplace honours. Keenan Crisp, a rapidly improving grom from Lennox Head, won the U/12 boys with a great last wave to leapfrog from third to first.

Lennox Head’s Juniper Harper, Ocea Curtis and Marli Francis got runner-up to fourth place respectively in the U/12 girls in a close final. Leihani Zoric just snuck away with the win in the U/10 girls from fast-rising Byron local Henley Smith.

The O/40s was stacked with ex-pro surfers and is always a highlight of the event; this year was no exception with Byron Bay’s Danny Wills stealing the win from fellow local Kieren Perrow and ex-WCT surfers Lee Winkler and Sasha Stoker. In the O/50s Byron local Phil Poutney dominated the final and took the trophy from Byron Bay Boardriders’ president and contest machine Neil ‘Freddo’ Cameron. He was on fire to also dominate the O/60s with a masterful display. The runner-up was Mick ‘Cosmic’ Birch, who was a founder of the event 44 years ago. He took it to Freddo with a solid performance and a touch of local knowledge to get over fellow locals James Dodd and Chris Burke.

Resurgent Rams collect a double Story and pics by Dogwhistle The Byron Bay Services Club Rams confirmed their recent return to form with an emphatic 2–0 victory over table leader South Lismore playing at home on June 2. As promised the match provided 90 minutes of entertaining, high-quality football with plenty of fastpaced attack and counterattack from both sides. An exciting and suspenseful first half had spectators breathless with anticipation. Byron had the edge with a powerful and relentless attack led by Diego Vasquez, Lisandro Luaces, and stalwart Jono Pierce, but the score remained deadlocked at 0–0 going into the break. Both sides took the field for the second half with all guns blazing. Two minutes into the session Vasquez was brought down in the box and

performance, special mention must be made of young midfielders Zac Miletic and Rick Muir for their extraordinary commitment.

Big win

Once again Rick Muir was unstoppable for the Rams. strike-mate Luaces put the dot-shot away to finally give Byron a hard-earned lead. With their top-of-the-table status under threat, the Lismore crew turned up the heat and the battle for dominance became even more intense. Byron responded in kind and, in their best showing of the season, kept the pressure on the visitors.

With 15 minutes on the clock, a flanking run and a superb cross and from an in-form Jono Pierce found Diego Vasquez, who sealed the 2–0 win with an unstoppable drive into the Souths’ net. While it is difficult to single out any individual Rams player in what was an outstanding team

The Rams’ premier backed this up with an 8–0 win over Ballina on Thursday night before the long weekend. Ballina are currently sitting on the bottom of the table. The win sees the Rams climb to third spot on the ladder, just three points from new competition leader Bangalow. The Bluedogs also have the advantage of two games in hand. With no games over the long weekend, the Rams resumed their campaign on Tuesday night in Lismore with a grandfinal replay against archrivals Richmond Rovers. Results next week.

Far North Coast side wins Richardson Cup The Far North Coast rugby union side has won the Richardson Cup at the NSW Country Championships held at Tamworth over the long weekend. In their first game against New England the FNC side ran out winners 48–8, outscoring their opponents eight tries to one. They followed this up with another convincing win over Central North 53–28 to take

the competition. The representative side included Byron Bay player Will Osake in the second row as well as players from Casuarina Beach. The competition win will see the side promoted to the higher division of the eight-zone group next year to compete for the Caldwell Cup. Seven players from the FNC are in contention to be picked for NSW Country .

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Defence key to FNC Shield win. Photo Vicki N Mick Kerry

Darcy and Haley win National MTB U/17s

Haley (yellow) and Darcy enjoy their wins. Photo supplied Local riders Darcy Harris and Haley Oakes won the U/17 races at the National Marathon Championships ran at Bayview in Brisbane by Mountain Bike Australia over the weekend. The riders are both from Northern Rivers Dirty Wheels Mountain Bike Club They received national jerseys for their efforts. The marathon event is a cross-country race over a long course of 100kms and a half marathon of 50kms. As a U/17 athletes the distance they are only permitted to race the half marathon.

It was covered at a furious pace with Darcy taking first by only half a bike length. ‘I ran my race to plan and took the lead just when I thought that I would. I didn’t expect second place to stay that close, very close,’ Darcy said. Two weeks ago, the pair won their respective events at the Grafton Marathon. Mountain Biking is a fantastic sport for all the family and the Northern Rivers Dirty Wheels club runs events and has tracks at New Italy and Duck Creek. See Facebook for details.

Devils get one back on Mullum Giants

A big second half of running league gave the derby to the Byron Bay Red Devils. Photo DebMilgate The Byron Bay Red Devils collected a valuable win when they beat local rivals Mullumbimby at home last Sunday 28–18. The Red Devils were without captain/coach Todd Carney, who was out through injury, but managed to overpower the home side. Mitchell Krause stood out for the Byron side, scoring two tries. Byron had the early running but a try late in the half kept the home side in

contention as the sides went to the sheds 14–12. But the second half went to the Devils, who ran out winners of the derby. A minute’s silence was held at the start of the match for Mullum local and former Giants first grade player David Mudge who died last week. Giants reserve grade won 24–4, while in the ladies’ touch Byron came back in the final minutes to defeat Mullum 12–10.

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It was 75 years ago that brave young allied soldiers landed on Normandy to politely negotiate with fascists. Thankfully it led to the end of World War II and smashed the concepts of racial supremacy and global dominion, something which will never occur again. Q Q Q Q

Further to Aslan Shand reporting on overtourism (page 6), it’s worth noting that in the highly touristed area of Arambol in India, there is a 10pm curfew within town areas. This longstanding measure is fiercely enforced by residents, who work during the day while their kids go to school.

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Bunny Racket rocked everyone, including the sub-two-foot crew at Stone and Wood’s Festival of the Stone last Saturday. Held at their new Byron Bay brewery, the festival celebrates the tapping of this winter’s wood-fired stone beer. Jeff ‘Romancing The Stone Since 1986’ Dawson Q Q Q Q

One of the most positive examples of a film that benefitted science is the 1981 film Indiana Jones and Raiders of the Lost Ark. Renowned archaeological fellow Fred Hiebert told news.nationalgeographic.com, ‘Some of the best archaeologists in the world today say Indiana Jones was what sparked their initial interest.’ Nat Geo also reports a new exhibit at the National Geographic Museum pays homage to the actual artefacts and archaeologists that inspired Indy’s creation. And according to Nat Geo, filmmaker George Lucas modelled Indiana Jones’s character on explorers Hiram Bingham III (1925–1933) Roy Chapman Andrews (1884–1960), and Sir Leonard Woolley (1880–1960). Q Q Q Q

Local Paul McCarthy says this pothole has been at Main Beach carpark for many weeks. His letter is on page 18.

While PM Scott Morrison was awarded a pay increase of $10,000 per year last week, NZ PM Jacinda Ardern rejected a

similar pay rise for herself of AU $12,810 per year and froze parliamentary entitlements,

saying politicians are already paid well enough, according to the ABC.

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