The Byron Shire Echo Volume 35 #29 Wednesday, December 30, 2020
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Police are encouraging people across the region to ‘stay COVID-19 safe and not go out if you are feeling unwell and to get tested’. In their December 27 media release, a police spokesperson says, ‘In the lead up to New Year’s Eve, police are reminding people of the present Health Minister’s COVID-19 Restrictions on Movements and Gatherings, Public Health Act 2010’. ‘This is particularly important for those planning large parties for NYE. Fines (up to $11,000) and/or six months imprisonment apply to occupants and guests’. The say gatherings at residences are limited to 50 visitors, while the limit is 100 people for gatherings in outdoor public places.
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The Hultgren family Christmas party featured identical twins (owing to Photoshop misuse) at their large inflatable obstacle course. The Tuff Nutterz is 270 metres, and features 30 obstacles to test the skills, endurance and bounciness of kids and adults. It’s at the Cavanbah Centre in Byron Bay until January 5. Photo Jeff ‘Obstacles, Of Course, Since 1986’ Dawson
!ëōōƆ Īşſ ōşƱ ŊĕƷ mÏ0 ĈĕōĕćſëƐĶşŕƆ People expecting to head to Byron Bay to celebrate the end of 2020 and the start of 2021 are warned that celebrations this year will be low key and must comply with the COVID-19 protocols set out by the NSW government. The COVID-19 pandemic has meant the cancellation of the Soul Street event on New Year’s Eve and First Sun on New Year’s Day, and there
are no other public events planned in Byron Bay this New Year’s Eve. Phil Holloway, Byron Shire Council’s Acting General Manager, said anyone coming to Byron Bay should heed the public health warnings relating to COVID-19, particularly those around social distancing. ‘As we are seeing in Sydney, this is not the time to
be complacent about COVID19, and people coming to Byron Bay to party the night away should think again’, Mr Holloway said. ‘There will be a heavy police presence in town and on our beaches, and parks and public areas are alcohol-free zones’, he said. ‘The police and our community have zero tolerance for anti-social behaviour of any sort’, Mr Holloway said.
He says Council staff will be working seven-days-aweek over the Christmas/ New Year period, targeting illegal camping. ‘This year has been very difficult for a lot of people, and as keen as we are to welcome in 2021, I ask anyone coming to Byron Bay to respect our town and our community and do the right thing’, Mr Holloway said.
wƖƐĎşşſ ĕë IJĕżIJĕſĎ ǕōŔ ƆĈſĕĕŕĶŕīǽ `ëŕ ǞǢ A new initiative by Byron Youth Service (BYS) has launched, which aims to educate and bring together a community of passionate people of all ages. Called the Conscious Movie Club, the monthly outdoor movie event is also a fundraiser for social and environmental organisations. Co-organiser Lealah Shostak says, ‘Our first open-air movie night will feature a Sea Shepherd film, Sea Of Shadows, a documentary that tells the tale of the world’s
Movie still from Sea Of Shadows. Photo National Geographic most endangered marine mammal, the Vaquita. The Vaquita is also the world’s smallest dolphin!’ ‘Sea Of Shadows takes us on the journey through what it means to save this
beautiful creature. We watch as Mexican drug cartels, Chinese traffickers, dedicated scientists, high-tech conservationist and courageous undercover agents clash in the Sea of Cortez which is the
home to the Vaquita. ‘Join us for this engaging movie followed by a Q&A with volunteers who were in the treacherous field risking their lives for the Vaquita. ‘It’s a PG-13+ film, so bring the family down to the YAC. Tickets are $15 and $10 for under 18s. ‘Bring a picnic mat and a cushion. Get tickets at www.bys.org.au/movieclub’. Sea Of Shadows will screen on January 15 from 7pm at the Youth Activities Centre (YAC), located at 1 Gilmore Cres, Byron Bay.
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The appointment of a former NSW Nationals party leader as Interim Inspector-General of Water Compliance is taking ‘cronyism to new heights’, according to Nature Conservation Council Chief Executive, Chris Gambian. Mr Gambian said, ‘They’re not even pretending anymore’. ‘Troy Grant was in charge when some of the worst policy decisions that favour big irrigators at the expense of communities, farmers and nature downstream [were made]’.
‘Fresh from stinging criticism from ICAC about water management in NSW, the federal government has appointed the fox to be in charge of the hen house. ‘The NSW Nationals have had a hyper-partisan role in water politics, their finger in every instance of water mismanagement and have been attacking other states. This is an entirely inappropriate appointment. ‘Downstream communities will suffer the consequences of their mismanagement for decades to come.
‘The public can have no faith that Mr Troy will be an independent, impartial and fearless watchdog when he is so compromised by his close ties to the dodgy past decisions. ‘This appointment was an opportunity to restore some confidence in the governance of our precious inland water supplies. This hyper-partisan appointment confirms the worst fears of many – that water policy in NSW is still captured by [big ag] industry and their political mates’.
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ōëƆƐĶĈ Dſĕĕ şƷȜƆ Ĉëōō Ɛş ëĈƐĶşŕ Īşſ ǟǝǟǞ Arlian, aka Plastic Free Boy By way of an introduction for the people new to the Shire, or who do not know me: I am 14-years-old, born in Byron Bay, have been making films to educate people about the problems of, and solutions, to plastic pollution. It all started on my 11th birthday on the Main Beach, as I witnessed the release of three rehabilitated sea turtles back into the ocean. I found out about how plastic kills millions of marine animals, and with the help of my mum Karin, who is a professional filmmaker, we embarked on a journey to help save the ocean from plastic pollution. For the past four years, I have been showing our film to over 800,000 students in schools in Australia and overseas, I’ve spoken at different events such as the 2019 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayor’s Forum. I became Clean Up Australia Day Youth Ambassador, as well as World Clean Up Day Ambassador and was nominated with the Green Globe Awards and a Department of Education Student Award. Last year, my mum and I started a new film called Plan B, which offers solutions for how to save the coral reefs, including the Great Barrier Reef.
Consumer habits I have been living in Byron Bay my whole life and it’s home to over 9,000 people. Every year, two million people visit our beautiful Shire to enjoy a number of different things: cafes and restaurants and, of course, the beach. For the last four years, I have been witnessing the catastrophic impact that consumer habits have on the environment. As I started my project ‘Plastic Free Boy’ on my eleventh birthday, my education has been a lot around the threat plastic pollution has on our oceans and marine life.
Arlian with mum, Karin, and rubbish picked up from Main Beach. Photo supplied
Eco-tour: call to action Īşſ şƖſ IJşŔĕǽ Ʒſşŕ ëƷ Plastic Free Boy invites families and visitors to join him on an eco-tour. He says, ‘I want to share some important information about the environment that makes Byron Bay the iconic place it is’. ‘Why? Because I feel it is time to give back. To care for nature, the way it cares for us. And my part is to share knowledge of what precious gift we are receiving by just being here. What the trees are and what they do for us. What the ocean Every single day, 1.7 million disposable coffee cups are used in Australia. I see them in the ocean on my (almost daily) swims out to the local reef, just off Main Beach. There, I take joy in watching the local habitat and wildlife. I know where the sharks sleep, connect with the local turtles, and swim with the local schools of fish.
ƖŕȒşǔ Ɔ ĪſşŔ ƆƐşſŔ After the big storm, I went to see how they all were doing. Right before my eyes, I witnessed the devastation the run-offs from our shore had on the reef. With hardly any fish left, feeling very sad and depressed, I swam with a Hawkesbury turtle.
holds and what it does for us. If we understand more about how much we need a thriving environment around us, then I hope, maybe people will join me in giving back, restoring, and caretaking. ‘Hey, and it is fun! I will also talk about the history of Byron Bay, including highlights about the lighthouse. ‘For more information on dates, please send me an email at info@plasticfreeboy.com’. Everything was covered with increased sediments, nutrients, and pesticides, which were being carried to shore and out to sea. These can cause a range of impacts, including higher algal growth, a build-up of pollutants in sediments and marine species, reduced light and smothered corals. The coastal zones, especially areas close to river mouths, are particularly exposed to this run-off. Phytoplankton, bacteria, and benthic organisms quickly take up dissolved inorganic nutrients from seawater. However, high levels over a long time can create ecological changes, as well as metabolic changes in most marine plants and animals.
So on Christmas Day, when my mum and I saw the devastation, we did a 1.5 hour clean up on Byron Bay Main Beach, Apex Park.
Christmas Day devastation After we saw the devastation, trash everywhere, like after a huge party, cigarette butts just everywhere; they were the worst. Then there’s bottle caps, wrapping papers, etc. We cleaned up the whole area, which yielded quite a few kilos. We felt good about it. At first, I did not want to clean up after other people. Honestly, who wants to voluntarily clean up after other people, who just drop their trash and don’t care? There is resistance. But then I got into it because after all, it is not about other people. My mum got me to think about that. It is about what I want to do and what I believe in. And people really appreciated it. I saw some people starting to help, and others said, ‘thank you’ to me and my mum. We saw others not putting their butts in the grass, but taking it with them. Also, I just feel relieved that none of this trash will end up in the ocean, or a turtle’s or bird’s stomach. Especially as the ocean just started to look less dirty after the last big storm’s debris run off into the ocean.
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Local News Rubbish left after police break up large beach parties Tweed/Byron Police say they have a very clear message to those choosing to come to Byron over the Christmas and New Year period: ‘This year is very different, there will be no large gatherings, no dance parties in the park. Social distancing is the new normal, and we all have to do our bit to stop the spread’. It comes as police report large parties on beaches and in National Parks, where large amounts of rubbish have been left behind. In their December 27 press release, police said ‘The festive season has seen a continued influx of visitors to the area and an increase in large public gatherings around the Byron town centre, which have required significant clean-up efforts owing to the amount of rubbish left behind’. Tweed/Byron Police District Commander, Superintendent David Roptell, said, ‘It’s not fair for Council workers and locals to have to clean the significant mess
that is being left after each of these gatherings. I urge those who are intent on meeting in parks and beaches to not only do so safely but be respectful to the environment and those around you by cleaning up after yourself’. Police say they attended the National Park area at Tyagarah around midnight on Saturday December 26, and in the early hours of Sunday December 27, attended Apex Park, which is an alcohol-free zone. Party-goers were dispersed at Main Beach and Belongil Beach ‘after approximately 300 people gathered at each location.’ The parties were closed down by police and the crowd was moved on. ‘About 200 people were dispersed and music equipment seized with 73 parking infringements issued. Police are liaising with National Parks and Wildlife regarding further infringement notices for organisers/attendees’.
mëŊĕĎ Ŕëŕ Ǖ ŕĕĎ ëƐ ćĕëĈIJ Local police say a 45-yearold naked male was issued with an infringement notice for offensive conduct on Boxing Day at Tyagarah Beach, located at the end of Greys Lane. The patrol was ‘owing to ongoing complaints of lewd
behaviour’, say police, and say the man ‘was located walking naked through the dunes, outside of the clothing-optional area’. ‘Brunswick Heads Police will continue to target this behaviour, particularly during the holiday period’.
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ƖƆĶŕĕƆƆ ĈşëĈIJĶŕī şŕ şǔ ĕſǽ ĕ şşŊ ëưëĶōëćōĕ Vivienne Pearson It’s well known that over 90 per cent of businesses fail in the first two years. Though figures for 2020 aren’t yet available, it would not be surprising if this pandemicfilled year sees that figure go even higher. One concrete step any business owner can take during 2021 to help secure their future is to seek advice and support. ‘Yeah, sure’, I hear you say. ‘How can I afford business coaching if my business is struggling, or I haven’t even launched yet?’ Enter Build Grow Run, a government funded Entrepreneurship Facilitation service, where expert business and marketing advice is available for – wait for it – no cost.
Helped over ǠǝǝȞćƖƆĶŕĕƆƆĕƆ In their first two years of operation, Phil Daly (who will be well known to BayFM listeners from his show Byron Business) and Ellie Corley (who loves nothing better than using her marketing and
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Free reusable cloth masks available for visitors With Ballina and Byron shires expected to receive a large influx of domestic tourists these holidays in the wake of lifting international travel restrictions, reusable cloth facemasks for community members and visitors are available.
The masks are provided by Healthy North Coast, the organisation says it delivers the federal government’s Primary Health Networks program on the North Coast. Its CEO, Julie Sturgess, says, ‘Masks are a great added line of defence, in addition
to self-isolating (where indicated) and getting tested if you have respiratory symptoms, no matter how mild’. ‘Maintaining 1.5 metre physical distance and good hand hygiene are also important tools in preventing the spread [of Sars-Cov-2]’.
The free masks are available at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport and the Byron Visitor Information Centre, located at 80 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. Mask display stands have been kindly donated by local business, Terry White Chemmart Ballina.
Political donations law under review After two years in operation, a law to improve transparency and accountability around political donations will be reviewed by the Parliament’s Electoral Matters Committee. Committee Chair Senator James McGrath says the review of the Electoral Legislation Amendment (Electoral Funding and Disclosure Reform) Act 2018 is an opportunity for the Parliament to ensure that the law is working as it should. ‘The Committee will also take the opportunity to check in on how the Act’s objectives can continue to be achieved in the most effective way while minimising red tape,’ Senator McGrath said.
‘We are also interested in the impacts of amendments to the original Bill that are relevant to charitable issuebased advocacy.’ Senator McGrath noted that the Committee will examine the operation of the amendments, dealing with foreign donations; and the clarity of public guidance products issued by regulators. The Committee invites written submissions addressing any or all of the terms of reference. Information on how to make a submission may be found at https://bit. ly/3homLLo. Submissions are requested by January 29, 2021.
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Local News Bruns drumming circle outside capitalist logic
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Integral part of the culture Mr van Tol says that drumming has been an integral part of the culture of Byron Bay for at least 30 years. ‘It’s not an “event” in any formal way, any more than going to the beach is. This is what the police – who must make a judgment about “eventhood” – cannot, or will not, comprehend’. Gatherings like the drumming circle
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PARALYSIS TICKS ARE HERE! Around seventy people concidentally found themselves together in the same place, at the same time, on Sunday at Torakina. can form without any central organisation, yet have a clear unity based on rhythm. Moreover, the drumming defies capitalist logic in that it is not profitoriented and anyone can join in. Reflections say that as the NSW Crown Holiday Park Land Manager (trading as Reflections Holiday Parks), they are bound by the Crown Lands Management Regulation 2018 and that their website has links to apply for a license. A Reflections spokesperson said that they provide various licences across their 37 holiday parks and 35 reserves across NSW. ‘Some examples include, filming and photography purposes, markets, personal training and yoga, cultural tours, fun runs and the like. ‘Each license application is individually reviewed and approved based on meeting the requirements within the application process.’ The events and functions which require a license are those that generally engage with the public. ‘Many are commercial businesses which must have a license to operate under the legislation. There is a fee and this is charged according to the size
of the event/function and is basically to recover costs, such as additional rubbish removal during and after the event/function.’ Family gatherings such as birthday parties or barbecues do not require a license. However, they must align the gathering with COVID Safe practices and government health restrictions. The spokesperson said, ‘Reflections has dedicated staff who review our licenses, and depending on the complexity of the application, turnaround times are quite quick’.
What is the threat? Mr van Tol asks what is the threat posed by the drumming circle? ‘That people are getting together spontaneously and having fun? If there is a more prominent reason, I’d like to hear it, but whatever logic is thrown at it, it should also apply to the birthday parties, which are organised deliberately, and carried out at the same spot as the drumming, without a license on a regular basis’. The police who attended the gathering at Torakina last Sunday said they wouldn’t be taking any action.
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2021 – the year to reject tyrants It’s nearly 2021! With a sigh, let’s all acknowledge the year’s trauma so we can move on, right? In the move towards a seismic awakening in 2021 – as well as building resilience for the year ahead – tinpot tyrants and their foot soldiers are on notice. We see you. They occupy all institutions, all levels of government and media, and now is the time to excrete them from the bowls of our body politic. Democracy, transparency and trust eroded in 2020 like no other time in recent history. Dishonesty and corrupt behaviour is rewarded by sociopathic grifters who bullied their way to the top. Under the cloak of a virus, massive wealth and power is being transfered to all the wrong people. Will this continue unchalleged? Climate change, biodiversity loss and the widening wealth divide are just symptoms of the disease: awfully applied authority. Authority has been in existence since, well, forever. The challenge is to increase/develop critical thinking skills, and surpass the corporate technologies that fool and manipulate us. Back in 1990, US philosopher and psychonaut Terrence McKenna explained how to claim the dignity of an individual. His speech is entitled Trust Yourself and Reject Authority. ‘It’s a wonderful thing to learn to be able to stand up and yell “bullshit”!’ He said, while dismissming political leaders and self-proclaimed gurus as having any answers. ‘The fact of the matter is that nobody knows what’s going on’, he said. ‘Nobody has the smallest idea. The best guesses are lies. And so to pretend that one human being will lead another out of the dark night of ignorance and into the shining light of truth is ludicrous… If you want a teacher, try a waterfall, a mushroom, or a mountain wilderness, or a forest, or a seashore… This is where the action is’. ‘Institutions seek to maximise control, control, control! Institutions are not in a business of enlightening you nor saving your soul… And to the degree that we commit ourselves to ideology, we are poisoned. Any ideology. Marxism, Catholicism, Objectivism, you name it – rubbish. All rubbish. What is real is experience. What is real is this moment’. He said, ‘A much better idea would be to insist on the dignity of all human beings. To recognise the freeing of slaves, the giving of the vote to women, the ending of public whipping… this program of political enlightenment must also then include “hands-off” on how people want to change their minds. We are not interested in being sexually regulated by the state and we are not interested in being intellectually, spiritually and emotionally manipulated by the state. The state should stand down in this issue’. Wishing all a happy and safe 2021. Hans Lovejoy, editor
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t was very exciting for a nano-second. By lunchtime on December 2, 2020 word on the street and online was that the Berejiklian government had bitten the bullet and was about to make a ‘big announcement’ on drug law reform in the wake of the Ice Inquiry. The state government had handpicked their Ice Inquiry Commissioner and given him free rein in the expectation he would tow the party line. Much to the government’s discomfort, Dan Howard SC not only recommended pill testing at festivals, but also the decriminalisation of personal possession of all illicit drugs. To add to the pressure, Coroner Harriet Graham completed an exhaustive inquiry into drug deaths at festivals, which pointed in the same direction. This was despite the submissions of the all-powerful police commissioner on both counts. The Howard and Graham positions were entirely logical and predictable – that’s what happens when you look at the evidence and listen to the experts. Sadly, December 3 was a classic lesson in right-wing reactionary zeal. The police minister broke cabinet solidarity and huffed and puffed against any liberalisation of drug laws. The leader of the National Party frothed at the mouth about sending the wrong message and not going soft on drugs. The police commissioner is supposedly apolitical, and is meant to apply the laws dished up by parliament, not run commentary on drug law reform. However, Mick Fuller had his deputy commissioner say that, ‘No amount of drug use is acceptable… as it stands right now the laws are very plain and very simple. The police will always go about upholding those laws and we definitely don’t condone or allow any scope for people to take, or carry or supply illicit drugs’. Fuller’s deputy commissioner left the door open to the diversion from court of some young people. The Daily Telegraph ran a front-page cover story naming and shaming the promoters of reform in cabinet with
The Echo presents recently retired magistrate David Heilpern as one of the monthly columnists who will replace the irreplaceable Mungo MacCallum. David is the author of several law-related books, journal articles and reported judgments. He was the youngest magistrate in Australia, when appointed in 1998. the screamingly funny pun headline You Bunch of Dopes. As always, the Murdoch press, smitten in its symbiotic relationship with the police, runs with the South Park line: ‘Don’t do drugs, all drugs are bad’. It turns out that the mooted reform itself was pathetically minimalist. Essentially, it involved extending the cannabis cautioning system to all drugs, with the ability to issue warnings, drug education notices and fines before a fourth offence landed the luckless punter in court. Naturally, the whole scheme would be tarnished because the police decide with unfettered discretion who gets to use it. And those with a prior criminal record would not be eligible. Which in combination means, inevitably, that First Nations people would be arrested when others would be diverted. Further, as with cannabis cautioning, that discretion would be liberally applied in wealthy areas, but not so much everywhere else. Even that wet-lettuce proposal might have been successful had the ALP supported the idea. But true to form on drug law reform, NSW Labour leader Jodie McKay and the front bench said absolutely nothing. Instead, they let loose that voice of reason, ex-premier Senator Kristina Keneally: ‘I’m not yet convinced that what I see on the front page of the Tele is the right way forward. I am highly concerned about the decriminalisation of drugs in countries overseas, and the message it sends to young people, particularly on developing brains, and the use of drugs like marijuana on an adolescent brain. So, I would strongly urge the cabinet to slow down
and listen to some experts’. Listen to some experts – like KK and the police commissioner, I guess? And so here we are. While the motherland of prohibition, the USA – and countries like Portugal and Canada – show all the benefits of decriminalisation and legalisation, here in Australasia we are stuck in the dark ages. In Victoria and New Zealand it will soon be legal to kill sick people, but not to smoke a joint. That is just the way NSW senior police like it. Strip search and traumatise children, have them die at festivals because there is no pill-checking, administer 200,000 useless drug driving tests annually, put tens of thousands before the courts on possession charges, criminalise medicinal use of cannabis without prescription, and all at the cost of policing real crime like child sexual assault and domestic violence. That is just the way the alcohol lobby and the pharmaceutical political donors want it too – no competition is great for business. Presumably that is also fine with the NSW ALP shadow cabinet – aptly named because they appear so afraid of their own shadows when it comes to contradicting Rupert or the police. When I first started in practice, I represented homosexuals, abortionists, prostitutes and SP bookmakers, all now decriminalised. The sky has not fallen in. I’ll bet a run to the lighthouse that the only change by March will be the minimalist inclusion of some other drugs in the cannabis cautioning model – and then only for young people. That is the limit of acceptability set by the police. All because we wouldn’t want to send ‘the wrong message’. Which is?
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Backpackerr Pa Party On Boxing Day, I was distressed to see two large piles of rubbish on Belongil Beach, about 50 metres west of where the Belongil beach houses end. These piles contained beer bottles and cans, clothing, thongs, eskies, shopping bags and plastic cups. One pile was at the high water mark and the size of a large bonfire (about three metres in diameter and a metre high). The other pile (1.5 metres in diameter) was within the tidal area, and had a lot of plastic bottles sitting on it. As the tide comes in, those bottles will wash out into our ocean. There were also a lot of loose bottles littering the beach. I began picking them up and throwing them onto the larger pile, and picked up at least 200 items of rubbish. I began to notice that many of the bottles (both plastic and glass) were buried under 2–5cm of sand and were not immediately visible. I only became aware of them as I stepped on them, and then had to dig them out of the sand to pop them on the rubbish pile. I thought this odd – how could they have become buried? There was no indication of sand built up against the main rubbish piles, so that ruled out Mother Nature’s hand. I can only conclude that the people who partied there in the previous couple of days had deliberately buried their bottles and cans so they would not be visible. And judging from the enormous size of the rubbish piles, very few people had the consideration or care to take their rubbish off the beach. We are so blessed to live in this region, with our
spectacular beaches and nature. If you visit our region, know that you are a guest here. Be responsible with your rubbish, and treat our Shire and its inhabitants with love, care and respect. Artemis Ewingsdale
Erosion solution? It is now 53 years ago, but I can remember the tea tree fence going in at Lennox Head, and as far as I know today it remains covered by sand. I think it was the idea of Peter Thorpe the then engineer of Tintenbar Shire, based at Alstonville. The idea was that, with heavy seas, the posts, which had spaces between them, would reduce the force of the high seas and thus sand would be deposited behind the wall. Also in times of strong winds usually summer northeasterlies the sand would be carried through the space between poles and thus speed was reduced and sand would be deposited behind the wall. It seemed to work, the wall was soon to be covered by sand. This tea tree pole wall is far better than the rocks used previously at Lennox, approximately abeam the present post office at Lennox. I was only a teenager, but it sure worked then and for the past 50 plus years, and
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Hot dogs As temperatures soar all over the country, please remember that dogs should never be left in parked vehicles, which can become death traps in a matter of minutes. Even on a mild, 22-degree day, the temperature inside a car parked in the shade can soar to 47 degrees in minutes. Leaving the windows open will not keep animals comfortable or safe. With only hot air to breathe, dogs can succumb to heatstroke in as little as 15 minutes, resulting in brain damage or death. Symptoms include restlessness, excessive thirst, heavy panting, lethargy, diarrhoea, vomiting, and even seizures.
In David Lisle’s excellent article on the subject of road safety (Echo 16 Dec) he rightly attributed the problem of cyclist injury and death to our driving culture. Annually the overall rate of road deaths in Australia at 5.6 per 100,000 of population is virtually twice that of the UK at 2.9 per 100,000. It is easy enough to identify the problem, and if you go to the UK you can witness the difference in driving culture. Would it be too much to ask for the authorities to put some of the vast sums of money they garner from excessive fines into a public relations campaign to persuade Australians to act with more courtesy toward cyclists on the road? Dee W.E. Spice Mullumbimby
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was born in Melbourne in 1946, 44 days before Donald Trump was born in New York. I moved to Manhattan when we had both turned 30, and I stayed there until I escaped to Coorabell, after the twin towers were crashbombed six avenues west of my apartment. Over four decades I caught glimpses of ‘The Donald’ in the social pages or on TV, entering or leaving the Waldorf, or the Plaza with his belles-de-jour. When I began writing about Trump as a presidential candidate, I realised it was impossible to categorise the politics of such a giant of self-aggrandisement. He thrives in the environment of fuck-you-capitalism, but his pronouncements, and the manner in which he delivers them can best be described, I’ve decided, in popFreudian terms: ‘he is hardwired from his id to his mouth’. My own political categorisation is also difficult to describe. I studied politics at Monash University in the mid-1960s when hordes of us post-war teenagers were grappling with the tattered remnants of British culture our parents offered us, and the compromised American culture being fed to us via our TVs and transistor radios. At Monash, lecturers from various prior generations instructed us to read Socrates, Locke, Marx, J S Mill, Marcuse, and so on, and we – the student politicos – gathered into formations called Labor (left, right, centre), Trotskyists (57 varieties), anarchists, Maoists, syndicalists, etc. No sooner had this outbreak of multiple new leftisms gone viral
Political positions are primarily personal; you are what you experience yourself ëƆȝćĕĶŕīȁ than new cultural -isms started crossbreeding, most notably feminism (second wave), environmentalism, gay and lesbianism, vegetarianism, and anti-racism. All these -isms in evolution were united in their intent, which was to counter the existing politics, culture, and societal norms. I wanted to keep in touch with all of it, so, with shifting assortments of collaborators, I launched a series of magazines that explored these alternatives to the toxic, dominant cultures we wished to counter. Later, in America, I launched a political newsletter with a Texan named Jim Hightower, who reckoned it wasn’t left/right but up and down: the top dogs are up there, and we the people down here are just so many fire hydrants. Jim likes quoting an aphorism he got from his dad: Everyone does better when everyone does better. Since then, things have gotten vastly more complicated. Political positions are primarily personal; you are what you experience yourself as being, and your freedom and wellbeing are determined by how your personal composite is encouraged or repressed by the social structures around you. To be correctly inclusive of everyone’s personal identity in matters of sex or gender now requires
Friendlyjordies, aka, Jordan Shanks is part of a new category of -isms that have emerged. Source: edailybuzz.com a serious exercise in initialism. LGBTTTQQIAA is a recent iteration I found (at https://ok2bme.ca). Last week my 33 year-old son, Jackson, visited from Melbourne. He grew up in Manhattan and is a participant in online political discourse in more dimensions than I ever dreamed of, or had nightmares of. He enumerated many presentday factions of ‘the left’, which confirms that the left/right divide remains more hindrance than help. People with various political philosophies might share the problem of accelerationism, which is what we used to call heightening the contradictions, e.g. reelect Trump because the bigger the pile of shit he creates, the more revolutionary new politics it will fertilize.
As always, there’s a whole subclass of -isms used to categorise people pejoratively, e.g. in the old days, calling a lefty with a fondness for central control a Stalinist, or today calling Alexandria Ocasio Cortez a neo-liberal for supporting Biden. Jackson recommended I check out a YouTuber named friendlyjordies (Jordan Shanks) who is primarily responsible for branding NSW Nationals leader John Barilaro and Liberal Premier Gladys Berejiklian ‘koalakillers’. Shanks delivers elaborate insults with lots of facts, and is unashamedly a Labor/ Greens sympathiser. His videos have been viewed by half a million of our fellow Australians, five of them older than 40. He’s presently under siege for
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trashing Clive Palmer, the concept of ‘the dreamtime’, and the fundraising practices of the Australian Unemployed Workers’ Union. It’s not surprising that most citizens of our ‘advanced’ societies want every level of our belief systems, our worldview, our zeitgeist, our politics and our identity, to STOP evolving, or at least to slow down. Unfortunately, all of them must evolve even faster if we are to survive. Like Lily Tomlin said ages ago: ‘No matter how cynical you become, it’s never enough to keep up’. Today, no matter how au courant you become, it’s never enough to know which subreddit is woke. Q Phillip Frazer is often sleep at coorabellridge.com
CHESS by Ian Rogers 2020 was a remarkable year for the chess world. Lockdown caused many to turn to indoor activities such as chess and when the worldwide Netflix hit The Queen’s Gambit was at its peak, not only were chess sets in high demand but the online chess web sites were signing up a million new players every week. In Australia, the year started with 19-year-old Temur Kuybokarov becoming the first West Australian to win the Australian Championship, but within weeks crossboard chess shut down along with our borders, leaving Armenia’s Hrant Melkumyan still stuck in Australia. The end of March brought the dreadful news that 33-year-old Australian Olympian Arianne Caoili (pictured) had died in Yerevan following a car accident. As the pandemic continued, Australian tournaments moved online, with varying success. Many juniors, mostly aged under 12, and a few adults were disqualified from these events for using
computer help with their moves, while an unknown number used the same method of cheating more sparingly and stayed under the cheating algorithm’s radar. Australia also began participating in international online events organised by the world body FIDE and played at fast time limits. These events used cameras, trained on the players and visible to the arbiters, to try to prevent cheating and proved (mostly) successful. After a strong performance at the Online Olympiad in August, Australia’s young team, headed by Anton Smirnov and Kuybokarov, took out the Asian Open title in October, beating Iran and India in the finals.
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Letters ▶ Continued from page 7 letting is illegal. He has also ignored the statement that former director of the Holiday Rental Industry Association, Trevor Atherton, gave to the Victorian Parliamentary Inquiry into short-term accommodation. Mr Atherton told the Inquiry that holiday letting in NSW was illegal. His statement is in Hansard. Mr Gudgeon says that holiday letting is now legal in NSW because the State Government passed legislation allowing for a legislative amendment to be made by the Department of Planning. Mr Gudgeon failed to say that this amendment has not yet been completed nor made public. It has a proposed start date of 1 June, 2021 and will not come into force until it appears in the Government Gazette. If holiday letting is legal, as stated by Mr Gudgeon, why would the Department need such an amendment? Until this proposed date, holiday letting in Byron Shire is still an illegal use of a dwelling in residential zones without a DA. Doug Luke Victims of Holiday Letting
Attack on drummers On Sunday 20 December, two police officers terminated the drumming circle at Torakina in Brunswick Heads. The police claimed that Reflections Holiday Parks ‘manages’ the land on which the music was being played. They referred to a nearby sign stating: ‘You are required to obtain a License for any event to be held within the [Torakina] Reserve’. The drumming has been an integral part of the culture of Byron Shire for at least 30 years – it is not an ‘event’ any more than going to the beach is. Authorities refuse to understand that the drumming has no central organisation; its unity stems from rhythm, not any legalistic association. For this reason ‘the drum circle’ cannot apply for a license. This free association – which is nonetheless unified – is very scary for those in power, who are accustomed to thinking in black and white terms. Scarcely 100 metres from where the drum circle formed, just as many people sat along the river, also ‘managed’ by Reflections,
but they showed no signs of organisation and do not represent ‘an event’. What, one must ask, is the threat posed by the drum circle? That people are getting together spontaneously and having fun? I’d like to know. And whatever reason is given should apply equally to the birthday parties planned and carried out at the same spot as the drumming circle, without a licence, on a regular basis. The views expressed here are not those of ‘the drum circle’, but mine only. Jason van Tol Myocum
Alleged comedians Here’s an idea, denigrating put-downs are not satirical humour but nasty, lazy comedy by so-called ‘comedians’. Shame on the venues that degrade our community by promoting this type of thing. Rod Murray Ocean Shores
ĕǖ ĕĈƐĶŕī şŕ ǩǧǩǧ There’s no denying it, 2020 was a difficult year. Now is the time to sit back and reflect on what we have lost, what we have gained, and what we have learnt this year. It’s too hot to do anything else anyway. Three things stand out to me as the most important: One, be kind to one another – stay connected in whatever way you can, and create strong communities. Two, plant trees – for us, for the wildlife, for the planet. Native trees are a good choice because they can withstand long, dry periods. Dig up your grass and plant an orchard. Imagine how much food we could all have in our own yards, with no food miles, chemicals or need for long-term refrigeration? It is not a dream, it is possible, and it’s becoming necessary. Three, save water – be conscious that water is our most precious resource. Do we really need another dam? Look how much water runs down the drains when it rains. We could possibly catch our water supply if we all got multiple rainwater tanks, as well as building huge tanks in each town and suburb. If we stopped wasting water and used all water twice, and stopped watering those frigging lawns, we could save a huge amount. Despite some flooding, these rains at this time of year are our best Christmas present.
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War on Poor Like many who have lived long-term in the Byron Shire, I too come from a broken home. Built by a local tradie. It has been a matter of pride for many in the alt-community to combine alternative lifestyles, alternative building methods, alternative safety requirements and alternative hygiene, with bong water, to mix the social mortar that binds our unique utopia together. We built our dreams outside the reach of the Legal-Lego-Land on a solid foundation of clay, red dirt, love and toilet compost. Now as the Shire’s demographic changes, once again, to focus on insta-image more than substance, the irresistible hidden force of the municipal bureaucracy, more dangerous than a vaccinated 5G tower made of gluten, is pressing us inexorably towards homogenised gentrification once again. The council is merely a powerless fluctuating façade for a state and federalcentric adjudication system that calls the shots on how the community lives, builds and develops. In the poignant words of the guy that sings in his underpants in Railway Park ‘everything else is an illusion’. The concurrent ‘moratorium’ on building compliance in Main Arm had the very predictable side-effect of displacing scores of tenants in the very lowest income bracket, some have left the area, some moved into even more cramped housing, some just gave up and hit the streets to sing in Railway Park in their underpants. Local historic axes are heard grinding as a spate of building compliance community dob-ins lays bare ancient grudges, where civil blood makes civil hands unclean. We are the middle children of a COVID history raised by internet alt-facts to believe we will one day be able to buy into the Australian housing dream in the community where we have grown. But we won’t. So don’t tantrically co-connect genitalia in an aggressive and unconscious way with us. Adam Hok Main Arm
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daydream, looking out to Nguthungulli (aka Julian Rocks). The serpent creator sleeps here, the same place where Cape Byron Marine Park has a ‘no-take’ zone. Dream-like abundances of fish greet our summer visitors – the leopard sharks. They, like the different sea turtles, romance the bay out to the near shore reefs and the two shipwrecks. Rays are coming together for their secret rites. Soon even the inter-tidal zone will be full of rays of every size. Creation continues. Creation of the shoreline continues too. These are not without changes which, seen from land, may seem destructive. But the great marine nature pushes the sand and tweaks the directions of waves and winds. Jellies swarm. Rocks and reefs come and go. So do clumps of bluebottles. The great marine nature dominates this swampy water-place. Call it Cavanbah or Byron Bay, call it meeting place, a childhood of abattoirs, or a mecca for seachangers and celebrities. Fresh and saltwater sets all the bottom lines. Building on that is all the terrestrial and aquatic wildlife. That earns this place the label ‘biodiversity hotspot’. Also building on all that are restlessly creative humans. I can list at least twelve projects that are poised to remake Byron Bay for everyone: Highway traffic lights; a four lane Ewingsdale Road; likely four new residential developments from Ewingsdale towards Tyagarah. In their eleventh year now, two West Byron mega-development DAs are still pushing on. The large upgrade of the West Byron Sewage Treatment Plant (STP). A new sub-pumping station for 1,600 sewerage licenses, at least one allocated per new household. The expansion of [using]
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The view out to Nguthungulli, aka Julian Rocks. Image Mary Gardner wetlands to treat effluent. The STP bio-digestor. The ‘alternate effluent flow-path’ through the Arts and Industry Estate; hurrying our pollution into the Belongil. Plus a tertiary education centre opposite the Sunrise shops. Build on! The railway lands and corridors; the Sandhills skatepark and coastal park; the Butler St expansion works; large hotels and small apartments in town; the old hospital; the new one. Stretch on past Mitre 10, with multi-storey car parks and a Harris Farm store. Fill the lots with mega-size blocks of units from one boundary to the other. A DA for the South Byron Bird Ponds? Other bright new DAs for the Broken Head area? Why, even a large dam for the entire region! Ask, again and again: what’s in it for the wildlife? For creatures on land and in water? For fungal networks and microbe communities? How does this mass of Bob the Builder projects help wildlife – and us – adapt to climate change? When the drought is on, how does it use the recycled water from our STP? Are large trees left alive, and shrubs added for the birds large and small, the reptiles and insects? Are bats getting food? Can a koala or a
python or an echidna get ‘to the other side’? Would they want to? When the flooding is on, are the ‘drains’ in parks, town and rural places strong with bank-side vegetation? Are they meandering, changing width, slowing the flow of water? Are they directing water into wetlands from Cosy Corner to the Arts Factory and on to Belongil? Are ponds holding water in Sandhills and along Butler St? Are there chains of ponds in West Byron? Are fish and other aquatic young able to swim up these ‘drains’? I’ve seen flatheads and eels up the waters of Cemetery Road. Will your kids see them too? After all, ‘drains’ were originally channels and byways for travelling wildlife. The first wave of Aboriginal fisher-farmers managed mullet, eels, prawns, and other fish, as well as native rices and tubers throughout the many different parts of swamp and forest here. Many of the second wave invader fisher-farmers relied on aquatic food to live on while they worked to reep cash from raising cows, pigs, bananas and such. Some of the second wave fisherfarmers even commercialised their fishing. Through the ‘50s, the Belongil was the seafood basket for Sydney. Earlier in the century, people
held strong opinions about which oysters were tastier; from Brunswick or Richmond waters? To balance the latest Big Byron works there must be Big Nature works – especially Big Marine Nature works. Council ecologists should be critiquing each DA. Large projects should wear large environmental levy contributions. Byron Council’s nearly forgotten Environment Levy was always to fund ‘activities... enhancing... biodiversity’ (Policy E2015/31373). Big Nature projects take on enhancing and restoring waterways and water-places. Artificial ponds built to use microbes to cleanse waters and harbour freshwater mussels as water filters. Artificial additions and bumpy sloping revetments enhancing rock walls. These can become habitat for snails, crabs, seaweed and more. After all, why is there so little life in the inter-tidal zones of Byron Bay? More Big Nature projects are artificial reefs coaxing Clarkes and Cooks beaches to go a bit retro. Early photos show the areas with sandy beaches and a large lagoon. Maybe we could have that again? Think of all the other nippers who like water but don’t surf. They may want to explore marine nature. Maybe we can make a snorkel trail of it too and get the adults involved? The abundance of Nguthungulli can spread. How shall we welcome it? As climate change hikes up the temperatures, marine ecosystems are moving and rebuilding. Maybe Byron Bay will become known for its near-shore reefs with coral, sponges and all this marine
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life. People will gather for annual spawning events. The sea-level is rising. Curiously, in our sub-tropical region, the rise here is highest on the east coast. The Belongil and Tallow, our Intermittently Closed and Open Lakes and Lagoons (ICOLLs) will shift, change shape and spend more time closed off to the sea. With higher sea-levels, none of the current bulldozer works will be possible. Now is the time for another Big Marine Nature Project. Love your ICOLLs. Ensure the cleanest waters enter them. Rain garden that road run-off. Clean up business practices. Collect more rooftop water. Use that new Council policy of Water Sensitive Urban Design. Landscape a wetland backyard. Avoid creating polluted ICOLLs full of blue-green algae and acid sulphate soil poisons. To do these Big Marine Nature projects, we need a reliable source of Indigenous freshwater vegetation. Plus stocks of shellfish and other useful creatures – and fungi. Maybe the new education hub can host an ICOLLs and Coastal Study Centre? The Centre could work with Byron High School to create an aquaculture and aquatic plant nursery. Where better to get the stocks? How better to help the schoolkids? Big Byron projects are quickly materialising; so what of such daydreams? You, and all the wildlife, are caught here. So raise your voices. Get creative. Both Aboriginal and colonial fisher-farmers know water-places can be destroyed. Here’s to the rise of a third wave of regenerative fisher-farmers. Sea-changers and celebrities welcome aboard. Help is urgently needed to rewild the coast, forests, and swamps of Byron Bay.
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Eco Lane Creative Director Debbie Buck has a passion for the arts and for our collective cultural community coming together in new and interesting ways, and she has created Eco Lane Artisan Walking Tours to cater to like-minded people. Deb has worked in the events and hospitality industries for over 15 years. Being innovative and environmentally aware, it has always been a joy for Deb to be an advocate for the little grass roots connections that weave between members of our beautiful creative community. Deb, who is originally from New Zealand, launched Eco Lane in October this year. ‘I am passionate about bringing people together and cocreating experiences that are a little bit out of the ordinary,’ says Deb. ‘I love seeing the hosts, who invite us into their spaces, light up when they talk about their art or products and
Debbie Buck of Eco Lane. Photo Tree Faerie let us in on some magic elements as we hear about what they do and why they are so proud to be independent ethical visionaries.
Deb says she really enjoys seeing her guests discover new artistic spaces. ‘It’s great when people find something special to take home that
they maybe never would have found if they hadn’t joined us at Eco Lane.’ Deb has big plans to expand her tour to more small businesses. ‘Joining us as a host on Eco Lane means we can run more specific tours based on guests’ interests, such as food and beverage, textiles and clothing, jewellery and so on.’ Join one of Eco Lane’s spirited local guides as they help you navigate the best laneways, hidden studios and artisan shopfronts around the Byron Bay Arts and Industry Estate. ‘Over three hours we will visit various traders who will showcase a sweet range of eco-sourced, original design products and bespoke experiences. Spaces where visioning, creating and trading meet; our artisan hosts are ready for you to experience their crafts. Opulent textiles and clothing, luxe well-being products, contemporary and old world styles of art, hand-hammered jewellery, and more. This trail will
leave you in awe of the passion behind these artisan’s offerings as you are invited to meet the creators and have a chat about their journey. ‘I will be running tours every week through the summer and look forward to greeting many visitors and locals. ‘You are invited solo, or in a group, to book and join us on a three hour experiential walk around our local Arts and Industry Estate, an always innovative locale, just a 20 minute walk from Byron Bay’s town centre.’ Eco Lane’s Artisan Tours are Byron Bay’s only CBD walking tour operator. ‘We have created these guided trails to share our love and connection to some creative corners that we know you will love too, and will wonder how you ever missed them.’ Q For more information
visit: www.ecolane.com.au or @ecolane.byronbay on Instagram.
Pioneering regenerative farming before it was a thing Decades before ‘regenerative farming’ and ‘carbon sequestration’ became popular in local farming circles, Bob and Liz Gray were practising these increasingly important farming methods. When the couple, now in their 70s, first moved to the area 42 years ago, they bought a degraded property with depleted soils. Today their 60 acre property in Goonengerry is a thriving natural habitat that is home to threatened species and healthy carbon-rich soil – all done without the use of synthetic chemical inputs. ‘When we bought our property it was very typical of others in the region – with very acidic soil, scant remnant trees and infested with camphor laurels,’ says Bob. ‘Over the years we have improved the property
enormously. One third has been completely rehabilitated into habitat for threatened species – both flora and fauna.’ Liz says it’s always been one of their priorities to channel some of the farm returns back into the property to improve biodiversity. Today the farm is virtually free of camphor laurels and the carbon levels in the soil are higher than regular tests can measure. A pretty impressive feat for two former Melburnians with no farming experience. ‘Having come from the city, we were looking for a different way of living – one that was close to nature and the environment,’ says Liz. They have certainly done that. The intrepid couple grow organic ginger, garlic, spuds and tropical flowers,
Bob and Liz Gray at Byron Farmers Market among many other things – and their focus has always been on organic methods.
‘We were determined to farm without the use of chemicals,’ says Bob.
‘While the cost of chemicals themselves is prohibitive, it’s also the cost to the environment and the local food chain that you need to consider. By using organic farming methods you’re working with the natural order of things.’ While the Grays used to send their flowers and produce to the wholesale markets in Melbourne and Brisbane, for the past 18 years they have been solely selling at Byron Farmers Market. In fact, the couple were founding members of the market. ‘The farmers market has been vital to us continuing on the farm,’ says Bob. ‘When we were wholesaling, we were paying for freight, cartoning and distribution at the other end via an agent. It meant not a lot of money was coming
back to us. ‘So it was sink or swim for us when the farmers market started. Since then, we’ve really managed to get ahead, and it means we have surplus money to put back into the property.’ The greatest reward? Not only do Bob and Liz now have a loyal following of local who flock to their stall every Thursday morning for their freshly harvested flowers and produce, but today their farm is a natural haven. ‘We have birds breeding in our trees and koalas grunting away in our corridors. It’s a lifetime of hard work, but it has been worth it.’ Q Byron Farmers Market is
held every Thursday 7–11am at the Cavanbah Centre, and is open New Year’s Eve, as usual.
Dining at loft Casual, relaxed dining perfect for intimate dinners, groups and special occasions. Menu by Head Chef, Craig Mcfarland. Our new ‘set menu’ option is perfect for groups - enjoy our chef’s selection of dishes. View our menu online. Open every day from 4pm - Late
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Loft Byron Bay
Incredible cocktails, locals beers & all-day snacks and food to share, with ocean views.
4 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 9183
Happy Hour | Every day 4–6pm $6 Loft lager or wine, $10 Aperol Spritz, $14 Margarita
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St Elmo Dining Room & Bar
BANGALOW
Bowlo Kitchen
Family friendly, tradies’ local, restaurant quality. Wednesday to Friday happy hour, midweek specials, excellent wines, foodies delight, creative cocktails, local produce, massive kids’ space, welcoming staff, Open Wed–Fri 12–2.30pm & 5–8.30pm; and COVID Safe. Sat 12–8.30pm; Sun 12–7pm.
The Bowlo, Bangalow 6687 2741
Come along to the Bangalow Bowlo and find out.
Club open Wed–Sun from 12 noon www.bangalowbowlo.com.au bangalowbowlo @thebowlo
BYRON BAY Open 4pm until late Monday through Sunday for sundowners, dinner, and late-night drinks.
Saltwater Social Club A gathering place for all 32 Jonson St, Byron Bay saltwatersocialclub.com.au
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Open 7 days 9am till after midnight Shop 1 Woolworths Plaza 90-96 Jonson Street 6685 5700 www.legendpizza.com.au
Seasonal, local & native inspired menu.
Café, Bar & Restaurant
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. ‘Happiest Hours’ 2pm–5pm Daily Come try our native negroni & fingerlime margarita – booking via www.karkalla.com.au
Cultā
Cultā team serves Breakfast-Brunch 7 days a week 7am–12.30pm Cocktails and snacks after beach from 4pm Casual dining from 5.30pm (Thu, Fri, Sat) See website for menu on culta.com.au Free 2 hour undercover parking at rear for Cultā Customers
33 Childe Street, Belongil Beach See our menu at www.culta.com.au Evening Bookings essential on 0492 931 679
The Italian Byron Bay provides a bustling 21, 108 Jonson St, atmospheric restaurant, dishing up contemporary Byron Bay inspired Italian cuisine and some of Byron’s Open 7 days from 5.30pm finest cocktails and wines. 5633 1216 www.theitalianbyronbay.com
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Targa Modern European Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street
Byron Bay 6680 9960 targabyronbay.com targabyronbay@gmail.com
La Cuisine Deli Shop
The Italian Byron Bay
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Fresh authentic Mexican in a relaxed atmosphere.
Set next to a lush rainforest oasis, Forest celebrates sustainability working hand-in-hand with local farmers, growers and artisans. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and just-drinks… the perfect place to feed your soul. Stay a while. As a Byron Bay Crystalbrook Local you get to enjoy 15% off food and drinks when you sign up online.
FRESH PIZZA BYRON STYLE Check us out on
facebook.com/byron.legendpizza Scan code for our menu! BYO Home delivery 7 days Established 1992
Local, organic and ethically farmed produce. Spacious alfresco dining area with lots of space to enjoy.
Karkalla Byron Bay
Open Tuesday–Saturday 12 noon – 5pm 7, 4 Banksia Drive, Byron Bay 8646 4901
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.
Italian, and a little more, by Chef Daniele.
Wed–Sat 5–8.30pm Sunday 4–8pm Byron Bay Golf Club, 62 Broken Head Rd 6685 6470 info@thepastabowlbyronbay.com
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Legend Pizza
The Pasta Bowl
Pasta Bar • Take Away • Catering
77-97 Broken Head Rd, Suffolk Park 6685 4969
Bubbles on arrival, DJ, 7.30pm–midnight. For any events of up to 30 people, please email nobonesbyronbay@gmail.com
Open every day from 4pm till late.
This is food made with love, all produce sourced locally. Eat in or take out. Margaritas and tacos all night long! Shop 12A, 3 Clifford St, Family friendly, totally GF menu. Suffolk Park DINNER 5pm–9pm 6685 3059 WED–SAT www.chupacabra.com.au Book via Resy @chupabyron
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Forest Byron Bay
Vegan bar and kitchen. Open every day from 5pm till late
Corner of Bay Lane and Fletcher St, Byron Bay Open Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun 8.00am until ‘Late’.
Open Thursday–Sunday 5–10pm Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426
Lazy weekend lunches with sandy feet, rowdy dinners with family and friends, and late night drinks and DJs are the standard. Laid back vintage vibes and classic coastal style create an eclectic feel, complemented by our menu of shareable snacks, locally-sourced salads and hand-stretched sourdough pizzas, as well as beers on tap, organic wines and hand-crafted cocktails.
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The Rocks @ Aquarius Brunch 7am–12 noon Mon–Fri 7am–1pm Sat & Sun 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6685 7663 – Menus at therocksbyronbay.com.au
Gourmet burgers created by chefs Cocktails, wine and beers served all damn day. Group bookings available, please email mainstreetburgerbar@gmail.com for reservations. Open 7 Days Breakfast & Lunch Thursday – Sunday Tapas 2.30pm, Dinner 5.30pm Aperitivo happy hour 3–5.30pm & Cheese/wine special Single cheese plate & 2 glass wine $30 Double cheese plate & 2 glass wine $35 Indoor & outdoor seating (puppies welcome)
French deli shop that offers all products by Byron Bay Olive Co and amazing options for breakfast and lunch. Sandwiches, salads, soups and Mediterranean style products such as olives, dips, cured meats and French cheeses. Mon – Fri 9am–3.30pm Our Rocking New Brunch Menu Come and join us at the Rocks for some light brunch options or hearty breakfasts. We offer a range of home-made, locally sourced produce at affordable prices, including our delicious new loaded halloumi or chorizo tacos, vegan nasi goreng and our signature Rocks Big Brekky which will keep you going for hours! Fresh juices, Byron Bay coffees and healthy smoothies available too. The Rocks is registered as COVID Safe, and is practicing all NSW health guidelines.
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Fishheads Byron Bay 1 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 7632
GREAT SUMMER MENU
Indulge in one of our new creations! We are proud to say, that for over 20 years, we have been serving the Byron community fresh, local seafood and ingredients. To improve your dining experience, we have developed a smaller plate menu, designed to be shared, and enabling you to try a greater variety of dishes.
Mon-Fri lunch & dinner closed Sundays Lunch 12 noon–3pm Dinner from 5–8.30pm 3/31 Lawson St, Byron Bay www.facebook.com/ pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469
Barrio 7am–3pm Mon–Thu 7am–7pm Fri 1 Porter St, North Byron Booking via our website barriobyronbay.com.au Walk in tables available
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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. Menus available on Facebook Barrio’s canteen takes its inspiration from locally sourced produce with Moorish cuisine. Offering daily bakes, breakfast cakes, classic sandwiches, vibrant salads, smoked fish, grilled meats. Aperitif Hours Friday 5–7pm: $10 plates + drinks Private Dining: Now taking private party enquiries for lunch and dinner with your closest friends: gather@barriobyronbay.com.au
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Nicole and Tom are at the Mullumbimby Farmers Market on Fridays
Krill Bar Lennox Head 47 Ballina St, Lennox Head www.krillbar.com.au 6685 5538 KRILLBARANDRESTAURANT
Open Thursday 5pm–10pm, Friday 12pm–3pm & 5pm–10pm Saturday 5pm–10pm, Sunday 11:30am–4:30pm Amazing cocktails, fabulous local food, a la carte and bar menus all with super friendly service. Head Chef Minh Le was a finalist for Australian Chef of the Year in 2016 and has owned multiple hatted restaurants. Come in and experience his fine food in the stylish decor. Happy Hour Thursday – Saturday 5–6pm Online booking preferred
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The Empire 20 Burringbar St, Mullum
6684 2306 Tues–Fri 8.30am–2.30pm Sat, Sun 9am–2pm FB/Insta: EmpireMullum empiremullum.com.au
Yaman Mullumbimby 62 Stuart St, Mullumbimby 6684 3778 www.yamanmullumbimby.com.au
Open 7 days from 9am–8pm Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
The Empire is where it’s at! Something for all tastes from epic burgers to vegan delights. Enjoy delectable treats and good vibes at this Mullum icon. Takeaways and lots of grab-and-go goodies available. Phone orders welcome – call ahead and avoid the queue.
Coffee, Malawach Rolls, Pita Pockets, Falafel, Traditional Yemenite spices and all your favourites always freshly made. Drop in for an authentic atmosphere, Dine-In or Takeaway .
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Harvest 18-22 Old Pacific Highway Newrybar NSW 2479 02 6687 2644 www.harvestnewrybar.com.au @harvestnewrybar
HARVEST RESTAURANT, DELI + BAKERY Culinary creativity that harnesses the connection between food and nature. Lunch: Wed–Sun 12–3pm Dinner: Wed–Sat from 6pm Baked goods at Sourdough Weekends : Sat + Sun 8am until sold out Deli 7am–3pm daily
ALCOHOL SUPPLIERS Sun Bistro Bottleshop and Home Delivery 61 Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay
02 6685 6500 www.thesunbistro.com/ deliveries deliver@thesunbistro.com
At the Sun Bistro Bottle Shop you will find a hand curated range of quality wines, spirits and beers. RARE AND NATURAL WINE • CRAFT BEER • HANDCRAFTED SPIRITS • TEQUILA AND MEZCAL • HOME DELIVERY Open 7 Days 10am – 8pm Monday to Sunday
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food was grown,’ said Nicole. ‘And always seek regeneratively grown produce, as the Earth is too degraded for solely “sustainable” practices. Look past labels – ask about the ecology of the farm; its biodiversity, forest and water quality.’ The couple face the challenge of testing a system that hasn’t been proven economically, though they have strong faith in that fact that it’s ecologically sound. ‘It’s critical for the health of us all, and our planet,’ says Tom. ‘If people place an importance on where their food comes from and who grows it, it will drive a stronger and more resilient local economy.’ The couple promise to convey their farming methods authentically, and are more than excited to see the fruits of their labour finally available at the markets and to immerse themselves fully into the community. ‘We are excited about connecting with those who buy our chickens because it means that we are completely involved in every stage of the chicken’s life,’ says Nicole. ‘From its first day, to death, to being handed to those who will eat them.’ The Mullumbimby Farmers Markets run every Friday 7–11am.
Story & photo Melissa Butters Nicole and Tom are the founders of Misty Creek Agroforestry. The young couple are the fresh faces at Mullum Markets with a vision to create agroecology that inspires. On their 28 acre farm they grow trees, veggies, birds and beef and they will be bringing their freerange organic chickens to the market each week. Nicole was born in London and has worked in the film and fashion industry. Tom grew up on a cattle farm and studied marketing and economics. Together they studied permaculture and the seeds of their farm were sown. They found some land that was initially written off as floodplain, but they saw the potential of the fertile soil. Aware of the need for healthy food, connection to nature and environmental responsibility, they aim to directly feed the community through their abundant diverse forest with a strong focus on regeneration of the land. Part of a necessary movement, they encourage people to relentlessly ask questions about where their food comes from. ‘When you are at the farmers markets, ask food sellers how the
mşƐIJĶŕī Ǖ ƆIJƷ īşĶŕī şŕǾ Dear drinkers Did you know that not all alcohol is vegan? For example, there’s may be isinglass (not a typo; isinglass is very pure gelatin prepared from the air bladders of fishes) used as a clarifying agent in your beer, or your white wine, or there may be egg white in your red. ‘But, but… it’s made from grapes, from hops – from plants!’ I hear you say. Yes indeed, but a solution of egg whites can be used to remove phenolic compounds associated with harsh astringency in red wines, as the protein binds with the larger polymeric material in the wine. The fining leads to a softening and improved suppleness in the wine. That’s right people – eggy stuff and fishy bits in your tipple. And I suppose if you spray things that kill insects on hop and grape crops, then even the vegan wines and beers might be tipping the scales towards being omnivorous, but you can only try your hardest. The good news is, many annoying vegans are also alcohol loving Earthlings and their pressure on bottle shops and wine clubs to stock vegan friendly drinks is doing its job, and now most outlets have at least one vegan option. So this New Year’s Eve you can eat and drink and be a very merry vegan. Signed, the Annoying Vegan.
One example of totally plant-based wines – the entire 6FT6 range is 100 per cent vegan.
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Wild Kids School Holiday Program Vampt Vintage Design Do you love seeing your kids with that postnature glow when you know their deep need for play, expression and connection has been met? Wild Kids is a holistic nature mentoring program for 3–13 year olds in Broken Head. It’s packed full of bushcraft, storytelling, nature awareness, and wild play activities that help your child to reconnect with their wild self and the natural world for enhanced wellbeing. 3–5 year olds: $50 6–13 year olds: $70 Siblings 10% off Book four or more sessions and receive 10% discount ‘These guys are the real deal! I totally can’t recommend them enough. My littlest fella came back glowing, centred, and full in the deepest way.’ – Sally, local mum. Bookings: www.trybooking.com/BNIFG 0431 954 365 | info@wildsong.org IG: @wildsong_
Local couple and serious lovers of original vintage Dave and Maxine have been dealing in mid-century furniture and lighting for 18 years, with a well-established shop in Sydney. Over the last couple of years, they have branched out to Bangalow and Byron. Specialising in Scandinavian vintage, but stocking a wide variety of mid-century beauties, Vampt is there to sell or hire you the best they can find. Check their Instagram and website for current stock and see their new virtual tour. During the festive weeks, Vampt will be focusing on their Byron space packed full of goodies @5/82 Centennial Cct. A&I Est. Open Tue 29, Wed 30 Dec or call for appt – Dave 0414806549. Happy holidays! Instagram: vamptvintagedesign.com
Starlight Festival From humble beginnings at the Byron Surf Club 25 years ago, the Starlight Festival now makes its home in Bangalow and is the perfect way to celebrate the New Year. With festivities at the A& I and surrounding halls, you can experience sound baths, workshops, yoga talks and more. Starlight Festival has become a place where locals and visitors can reconnect and meet like-minded people and experience the wonders the Byron community has to offer. The main hall is
home to local and nationally renowned healers, practitioners and artisans, offering healing, readings, personal development, massage, jewellery and more. Each day enjoy live music in the vegan cafe. Head to the festival for one day, or immerse in the diverse program for all four days. Transformation awaits you! A&I Hall Bangalow 7–10 January Tickets $30 online or at the door. Full program at starlightfestival.com.au
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A small selection of over 100 Starlight Festival workshops, all included with entry. See full program at starlightfestival.com.au Thursday Jan 7th highlights
Friday Jan 8th highlights
Saturday Jan 9th highlights Ceremony to self
Qi Gong
Yoga & Ayurveda Agneta Hansell 12.45-2pm Learn about the sister sciences of Yoga & Ayurveda & how they complement each other.
Aimo Javier 10-11am Explore the meditative aspects of internal martial arts & become a more realised & conscious being.
Tracy McMahon & Kayla Marie 12.30-2.30pm A reminder of who you are & the innate gifts you bring..
SATTANTRA The heart of life
Crystal Armonica
What is enlightenment?
Phil & Chiho 12.45-1.45pm A transformative & transcendent experience. The “Crystal Armonica” is a rare celestial instrument.
Shivana 11.15-12.30pm Dedicated to the cultivation of conscious connection, authenticity, love & liberation.
Music Of The Spheres
Finding your true north
Eeka King 11.30-12.30pm Through the ‘law of the octave’ it has been possible to convert the solar system into sound.
Tom Robb 2.15-3.45pm Motivational discussions, guided yoga, meditation practices & self-reflection.
Medicine Drum Journey
Medicine Dance Marnie Devi Hudson 4.30-6pm The power of free-style dance, supported by an incredible musical soundscape.
Peter Bowden 12.45-1.45pm A sacred ceremony with the medicine drum, a journey of 7 generations.
Art Therapy Abikgail Crystal 1-2pm Learn how to access the subconscious with the therapeutic process of art therapy.
Jester Featherman 11.15-12.15pm A talk for the age & one not to miss for those seeking inner truth & next level awakenings.
Harmonium Choir Mantra Soundbath Alice Miyagawa 11.30-12.30pm Journey with the choir as we create transformational sound experiences.
Aligning with the divine Raym 1-1.45pm Aligning with the divine the power of unconditional love.
Intro to Japanese Moxa
Singing bowl hands on workshop
Aki Okada 5-5.45pm Moxa uses the natural energy emitted from burning incense.
Anup & Brinley 5.15-6pm Teaching the basics on how to use singing bowls.
Sunday Jan 10th highlights Sound Healing Seriya & Matty 10.15-12.15pm A deeply nourishing sound healing weaving breathwork, kinesiology, intention & sacred instruments.
Chocolate Yoga Ritual Sjha’ra Taylor 11.15-12.30pm Yoga ritual & chakra activation. This merging of cacao ceremony & Kundalini Yoga.
Vedic Mathematics Jain 108 1.45-2.45pm Based on ancient Indian sutras, this course on Speed Maths will increase your confidence with numbers.
The Presence Of “I” Lauren Siafas 1.45-3.15pm The story of ‘I’ will be spoken during Yin Yoga postures & will encompass self inquiry.
Create Calm & Focus Tarah Rocha 4.15-5.30pm Understand the body, the way it moves & feels. Explore a new concept of yoga, mobility & meditation.
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Leisurescapes specialise in all your landscaping and garden requirements. They supply bulk sand, soil and mulches along with a vast selection of landscape supplies, including: • Plants • Water features • Statues • Stone sinks and composite stone bathtubs • Pavers – in natural stone, travertine, granite, sandstone & limestone. They also stock composite pavers. • Pots • Urns • Screens • Tiles & stone They have a vast range of statues in many styles – contemporary, Balinese, coastal & tribal. Made from natural hand-carved lavastone, greenstone, terrazzo and cement castings. Pick a statement piece for your garden. Leisurescapes are offering up to 20% off their statues until 23 January 2021. 2 Grevillea Street, A&I Estate, Byron Bay 02 6685 6990 www.leisurescapes.com.au @leisurescapesbyronbay
Swing into the new year with circus classes Learn silks and trapeze, tumbling and juggling, acrobatics and aerials, and so much more. Condition your body, build resilience, increase flexibility and strengthen your core. Invite your friends, invite your family. Circus is fun for everyone. Enrolments for Term 1, 2021 are open. Book in before Friday, 22 January and receive a $30 early bird discount. Use your Active Kids and Creative Kids vouchers to further subsidise the cost of circus classes. If you have any left from 2020, send them through and the credit will be applied to your 2021 enrolment. Book online at www.spaghetticircus.com. For more information email info@spaghetticircus.com or phone 6684 3038. Happy Holidays!
Summer School Holiday Fun! No trip to the Northern Rivers is complete without a visit to the Macadamia Castle – a whole day of fun for the whole family! They have over 150 animals, an 18-hole mini
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I of RA The golf course, waterplay, train rides, two playgrounds, their legendary pancakes, and don’t forget the macadamia nuts! Their full-day school holiday workshops are hands on and plenty of fun! Become a ‘Wildlife Guardian’ for 7–11 years, with training on animal conservation and caring for our native wildlife. Or for older kids, 12 years and up, become a ‘Keeper for a Day’ and go behind the scenes to learn all about Zookeeping from a Senior Keeper! Book now at macadamiacastle.com.au or phone (02) 6687 8432
Crystal Castle
Hold and behold the enchanting beauty of crystal, from gigantic formations to exquisite jewellery. Join the Sound Healing experience, as you sit within the sacred labyrinth. Wander through stunning botanical gardens and rainforest. Indulge in delicious views, local coffee and food. Stand between two of the tallest geodes on Earth. Sit in an ancient amethyst cave. Discover the jewel of Byron. 81 Monet Drive, Montecollum 6684 3111 www.crystalcastle.com.au
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‘Ever since I can remember, I have been able to see, sense and know energy. I would predict things, or talk about the dead relative appearing behind the person my mother was talking to (which was quite unnerving for them to say the least!) At 15 I was reading Tarot professionally, and even now my passion for it has not dimmed, I absolutely love it. I love the interaction with the client, the way the patterns inform and impart wisdom. I love feeling the confusion or cloud they come in with dissipate and diffuse over the session. I love to see a sense of purpose and direction renewed and inspiration ignited from within.’ – Vicki Veranese Vicki Veranese 0412 400 085 www.i-of-ra.com/readings
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MahaShe
The Brunswick Heads Record Fair
For the love of cotton… A down to earth, ethical fashion label, proudly designed here in the Northern Rivers. MahaShe is a local label with a keen dedicated following Australia wide. Their one and only flagship store is here in beautiful Brunswick Heads. Specialising in natural fabrics and vibrant, unique prints, you can’t help but fall in love. MahaShe thanks you for supporting small business this festive season, and they look forward to seeing you in store. 14a The Terrace, Brunswick Heads 6685 1411 www.mahashe.com
Brunswick Heads NYE Record Fair is on again. Tuesday 29 December 2020, to Saturday 2 Jan 2021. Memorial Hall Fingal St, Brunswick Heads, 10am–6pm every day. During COVID-19 Matt the Vinyl Junkie has been squirrelling away recent collections he has purchased, as well as pricing up gems from digging trips to Japan and the USA precovid. With around 40,000 records in stock The Brunswick Heads Record Fair is one of the biggest and best fairs in Australia. Covering most genres there is something for almost everyone. From rare psych to $5 cheapies the fair has become a must attend event for vinyl junkies from near and far. Bargain hunters be advised, the $5 records will only be for sale on the last two days of the fair.
Ozone Beauty & Medi Spa
Ozone Beauty & Medi Spa is celebrating six years of holistic anti ageing with a 20% off alll Intraceuticals & Heritage Healers skincare, crystals, jewellery, candles and gifts. Summerr sale starts this January with 20% off all HiFu FaceLift bookings as well so it’s a great time to treat yourself to a naturally younger looking you! Hifu can also tighten tummies and arms.
Visit ozonebeautyspa.com.au for online booking and see the range of oxygen facials, ozonated oils, massage and ozone sauna treatments. Happy Holidays... with love and gratitude to all the beautiful clients who have supported this journey of wellbeing. 02 6685 1145 3/32 Mullumbimby Street, Brunswick Heads
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New Year’s Eve Free Live Entertainment
Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club Toy Kingdom Come celebrate the New Year at the best location in Mullum… Gather your crew and enjoy some laidback entertainment, delicious eats, and icy cold beer. Societa Bistro will be fired up and ready to provide anything from a small snack right through to a casual evening feast. The New Year’s entertainment will be local band The Swamp Cats who are one of the premier local cover bands. Free live music from 8:30pm until the new year, no excuses accepted as they will even pick you up and take you home in their free courtesy bus service, just call the club to book the bus 66842533. COVID regulations still apply so seating will be limited. Please get in early to avoid disappointment. 58 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2533 www.mullumexservices.com.au
For children, toy stores are magical places. At Toy Kingdom you’ll find everything you need to make your child’s summer truly memorable, with a huge range of high-quality toys that are made to endure. From beautiful rattan dolls furniture to organic soft dolls and Jellycat Rabbits in all the colours of the rainbow, Toy Kingdom has all of your favourite brands. It’s hard to go past the range of beautiful wooden infant toys or the extensive range of walkers, ride-on’s and scooters to keep kids active. For the game buff you will find all of your childhood favourites along with hard-to-find games and quality puzzles for the whole family. For the creative child there are arts and crafts and Science kits that fuel the imagination and teach while they play. Shop 2, Carlyle Street, Byron Bay 6680 8811 Mytoykingdom.com.au
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The Wellbeing Store Newly opened at Habitat, The Wellbeing Store is your one stop shop to kick start your wellbeing journey for 2021. Providing an extensive range of premium wellbeing products, gifts and kits, founder and wellbeing expert, Fleur Marks is able to curate your own personal wellbeing kit to gift to someone you love. More than a store, this is also a space to work on your wellbeing, and Fleur will be offering life changing workshops throughout summer on Saturdays. Or book your own private workshops for a girl’s weekend away in Byron Bay. Be sure to check out 2021 Your Year Plan Workshop or Be Your Own Bestie Workshop - both guaranteed to kick start 2021 positively. Suitable for visitors or locals. Limited spaces available, book online at hello@thewellbeingstore.com.au
No Bones restaurant No Bones is tucked away in a peaceful nook on Fletcher Street and has been open for two-and-a-half years now, quickly becoming a local favourite. They are always striving for environmentally friendly excellence, and 2021 is set to be a year of frequent charity nights, working closely with local businesses to help build stronger community awareness. They are teaming up with the conscious crew at Cape Byron Distillery (Brookies) for their first charity night. The chefs will be serving up a delicious multicourse feast paired with Brookies cocktails. The first series of charity nights will focus on local biodiversity and regeneration. No Bones is aiming to get the community involved and educated on the importance of
local rainforest species, so we can plant more of them and enjoy their many benefits. Join them on their mission to save the Earth, one Brussels sprout at a time. #brusselsnotbeef 11 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay 6680 7418 nobonesbyronbay.com
Summer has arrived at Bell & Ford! The Byron Bay and Bangalow stores are fully stocked for the new season with their favourite labels, from Australia and around the world, thoughtfully selected to suit our
relaxed, beachside lifestyle. Bell & Ford specialises in a carefully curated collection of soft, natural fabrics such as cotton, silk, and linen in wearable shapes, styles, colours, and prints. The clothing is complemented by a beautiful selection of accessories, from jewellery and scarves to leather goods, and they have a strong focus on ethically and sustainably sourced and produced products. Visit them at 3/111 Jonson Street, Byron Bay and 44 Byron Street, Bangalow. They’re open seven days a week. 02 6685 7095 www.bellandford.com.au @bellandford
Want 2021 to be your year? Then this workshop is for you Take some time out for you Saturday 2nd Jan or 9th Jan Spaces limited. Book now hello@thewellbeingstore.com.au
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TAKE A DRIVE TO BROKEN HEAD ROAD NEWRYBAR VISIT OUR NEWLY REFURBISHED COFFEE HOUSE FOR A TRUE CROP TO CUP EXPERIENCE
Zentveld’s Coffee farm Red Ginger Walking through the doors of the Red Ginger stores in Byron Bay and Bangalow is a delight to all your senses. Like walking the lanes of a Chinese market surrounded by the sights, smells and flavours of Asia. The steamed dumplings are famous, and it’s a treat to sit in the store or on the lovely veranda in Bangalow to eat with free green tea, or take them home for an Asian treat. Red Ginger is your one stop Asian grocery and homewares shop, including locally sourced products, fresh organic Asian produce from Boon Luck Farm and locally foraged seaweeds. For anyone who is cooking Asian food, they have the best brands. Teas, teapots, Japanese ceramics and many beautiful Asian-inspired furniture items, homewares and gifts fill the store. 111 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. 6680 9779 38 Station Street, Bangalow. 6687 2808
For the real taste of local coffee, head to the hills. At Zentveld’s coffee farm and roastery you can experience coffee truly from the crop to the cup. With their refurbed coffee house and verandah you can take in the wow factor, overlooking the coffee trees, regenerated rainforest and macadamia hills. And taste coffee grown ‘right there’. You might be lucky enough to see coffee blossoms – as sweet as jasmine after welcome rain. Did you know the Byron hinterland provides ‘cool for coffee’ subtropical conditions and terroir which brings out natural sweetness in the local bean. Zentveld’s grow organically, with real regenerative agriculture practices that feed the soil health, and look after the waterways and biodiversity on the farm. So head to the hills. It’s where the local coffee story starts. Open Monday to Friday 8am–4pm 193 Broken Head Road, Newrybar 6687 2045
WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR ROASTERY DOOR OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8–4 Select the freshest of coffee – grown here on our farm. Organic, sustainable, real local coffee.
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Legends Surf Museum atCollective The Surf Immerse yourself in over 60 years worth of surf history and nostalgia at The Legends Surf Museum. Showcasing surf memorabilia and surfboards in every shape and size imaginable from all over the world. Featuring legendary shapers Scott Dillon, Gerry Lopez, Donald Takayama, Mark Richards, Bob McTavish, Robert August, and many more. It’s the perfect place to share surfing, its history and stories. Hosted under The Surf Collective and powered by Mojosurf you can also score all your surf needs such as board/bike hire, surf lessons, coffee, surf accessories and more. Open seven days a week 9–5pm at the Cavanbah Arcade, just underneath The Loft and opposite The Beach Hotel. The Surf Collective Shop 6/4 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6639 5100
Brunswick Bush School Brunswick Bush School’s summer holiday programs are on again these holidays. They provide fun and adventurous nature connection programs for kids 3–12 years. These holidays, running on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week throughout January they are offering an exciting new program of nature adventure for girls aged 6–12 years; Just for Grrrls is full of creativity, crafting, exploring and sharing. They also have their regular holiday program (for boys and girls aged 6–12 years) on offer, as well as the Wild Wallabies holiday program for children aged 3–5 years. So if you are looking for some quality time in nature for the kids these holidays, checkout Brunswick Bush School. www.brunsbushschool.com.au for more information and for bookings or call Rohan on 0407898374
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Bodhi Living Bodhi Living is a conceptual furniture store that strives to bring home the magic of rich and vibrant cultures, looking for character, beauty and quality in everything they source. Bodhi showcases unique, antique pieces from around the world, combined with a range of contemporary furniture, rugs, lighting, dÊcor and art. They also offer a unique and personalised design experience with the support of their knowledgeable team. They can help guide their clients through residential, commercial and contract projects with in-house design consultation, planning and execution. At Bodhi they believe a home is an extension of one’s self and they work with their clients to draw on your personal style, creating considered spaces that enrich the soul and are imbued with character and meaning. Shop 1-2/18 Centennial Cct, Byron Bay 6685 5449 @bodhi.living
Lennox Yoga Lennox Yoga is a dedicated yoga and wellness centre in Lennox Head with accessible offerings for the whole community. They are offering one yoga class daily from 24 Dec to 2 Jan. Book ahead to reserve your spot in their reduced holiday timetable. Classes include Flow, a dynamic practice where mindful movement and rhythmic breathing come together to create an energising class focused on strength,
exibility, and whole body wellbeing; Mellow, a slower tempo active class; Restore, a combination of yin yoga, restorative yoga, stretch, and myofascial release; Yang to Yin – half a Flow and half a Restore class; Beginner and Prenatal classes. See their website for more information and to make bookings. www.lennoxyoga.com.au
Mushrooms are our future Life Cykel is an evolutionary mushroom biotechnology company that focuses on creating sustainable ecosystems utilising mushrooms and mycelium. By harnessing the Circular Economy and using its partnership with mushrooms, Life Cykel is able to offer incredible products and services for our health and planetary harmony. Life Cykel is proud to be a vertically integrated company that grows mushrooms in Australia and the USA to create the most pure and bioavailable Liquid Extracts so that you can easily access all of the beneďŹ ts. Life Cykel strives to interfuse ancient Indigenous knowledge into their products and believes in integrating the highest possible ethos into everything they do. Try their world famous Biohacking sets. “One of the most advanced product packs I have ever found to date.â€?@iamnatalie. www.lifecykel.com
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Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre
Come and play with us! ily. y of fun for the whole fam Splash and slide into a da Bookings essential. • Covered BBQ area • Shaded kids play pool • Shaded lawn area • A giant hill waterslide • Picnic tables/cafe restrictions and booking Check website for COVID w.gov.au information: trac.tweed.ns llumbah NSW Tumbulgum Road, Murwi (02) 6670 2750
Make a splash at TRAC. Discover Murwillumbah’s aquatic playground and enjoy a relaxing day out with the whole family at an affordable price. Their picturesque lawn area is surrounded by a natural hill containing the giant slide, which is loads of fun and safe for the whole family. The lagoon style leisure pool has play features to keep non-swimmers happy and excited. Enjoy a picnic or barbeque under the trees while keeping an eye on the kids. Intensive swimming lessons – 5 days $72.50 – morning sessions only Mon 11 – Fri 15 Jan Mon 18 – Fri 22 Jan Active supervision means focusing all of your attention on your children all of the time, when they are in, on or around the water. Supervision is not an occasional glance while you are busy with other activities, but being in constant visual contact with your child. Tumbulgum Road, Murwillumbah 6670 2750 trac.nsw.gov.au
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After a challenging year bygone and new goals to make, why not add a hot air balloon flight to your bucket list? Rise to the occasion and splash out for the flight adventure of a lifetime, one that you can
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gladly share with any friend, lover, colleague or special family member. There is plenty to see from a hot air balloon; from tree tops, to views of the old Wollumbin volcano and the great Pacific ocean beyond. Every flight is different, and always a special aviation experience you will never forget. Each flight finishes with a delicious breakfast at the Three Blue Ducks restaurant, The Farm. Visit www.balloonaloftbyronbay.com for more information and to book your flight or gift voucher valid for three years!
Spice up your summer! Billi Indian is a fantastic family-run restaurant featuring a menu of traditional and popular regional dishes from across India. Aromatic and full of flavour, Indian food is delicious, but did you know that it’s also loaded with powerful anti-inflammatory phytonutrients? So for a taste-good and feelgood experience, make sure you book your table at Billi Indian in Billinudgel, only a 15-minute drive from the heart of Byron Bay. You can adjust the spice level to go as mild or as hot as you like, which makes it perfect for family dining too. Don’t forget to BYO your fave tipple to enjoy with your meal. And if you’d like to bring the flavour party home with you, they offer both a takeaway menu and local delivery service. 8 Wilfred St, Billinudgel 6680 3352
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Easy Summer cocktail recipe
Ink Sloe & Berry Gin is an antipodean take on the classic English sloe gin liqueur. Made with 100% natural ingredients at Husk Farm Distillery, this beautiful sipper is bursting with sweet seasonal berries, tart sloe berries and tangy rosella ďŹ&#x201A;owers. Sip on the rocks or mix simply in an Ink Sloe Fizz. Ink Sloe Fizz â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 shots Ink Sloe & Berry Gin â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 shot fresh lemon juice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1/2 shot simple syrup (dissolve equal parts sugar and water in a jar) Fill a wine glass with fresh ice. Add all ingredients and top with soda water. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit slice. Best enjoyed as an aperatif, watching the sun set over the bay. Find Ink in your local bottle shop.
How was your 2020 love life?
One thing 2020 showed us is the true importance of relationships, how we thrive on connection and suffer greatly in its absence. What a year for relationships of all kinds! Dating, family, friendships, intimate and work relationships were all impacted. Opportunities for dating, social contact and the regular activities that keep us happy and healthy were much reduced. While some relationships thrived, others struggled with work and ďŹ nancial pressures
and changes to living situations that resulted in too little or too much time together. If you discovered areas in your relational life you want to improve, or are inspired to move to the next level in your relationships, Counselling and coaching offers safe, professional wisdom and guidance to empower stronger, deeper intimacy and connection. 0491 091 651 martina@theloversjourney.com www.theloversjourney.com
Byron Supper Club
Start the New Year off in style at Byron Supper Club with some of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most iconic musical theatre stars! If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever loved The Phantom of the Opera, Les MisĂŠrables or Moulin Rouge, this is your chance to experience musical theatre at its grandest and most intimate. Enjoy ďŹ ve spectacular Best of Broadway pop-up shows featuring world-class performers Rachael Beck, Michael Cormick, Blake Bowden, Graeme Isaako and Natasha Marconi with soul diva Lisa Hunt and jazz band the Sharny Russell Trio. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Music all night, theatrical extravaganzas and Taste of Byron supper platters; the best of Broadway in the heart of Byron Bay.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Michael Cormick, Artistic Director Opening Night is SOLD OUT Thursday 7, Friday 8 & Saturday 9 January $120/pp, 7pm, Byron Theatre www.byronsupperclub.com
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The Bucha of Byron The goodness of kombucha with the greatness of beer. Yes, you read it right – we’ve combined everything you like about kombucha with everything you love about beer. The Sneaky Bucha blends a range of popular beer styles with Bucha of Byron kombucha to create a brew that pairs perfectly with the Aussie summer. Now available at: Hotel Brunswick, Sunrise Cellars, Sun Bistro bottle shop, Lennox Hotel bottle shop, Great Northern Hotel, Suffolk Park Hotel, BWS – Bruns, Mullum and Lennox. Enjoy Responsibly
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Born in Byron Bay, and using the finest locally sourced ingredients, the Kombucha Brewing Co. is fermented in friendship with Stone & Wood Brewing Co to produce a range of premium quality kombucha beverages. The Bucha of Byron (nonalcoholic) is a sparkling fermented tea full of tummy-loving probiotics and enzymes, available in five fresh natural flavours. The Dirty Bucha is a range of low-sugar cocktail blends (premium spirits and kombucha) and Sneaky Bucha is their delicious beer and kombucha blend. People have enjoyed kombucha for centuries, believing it to improve gut health, aid digestion or simply alleviate a guilty conscience. www.buchaofbyron.com.au @thebuchaofbyron
BonBon by Belle Vie
Your bespoke keto/paleo and plant based Ayurvedic caterer, BonBon by Belle Vie specialises in keto/paleo raw sweets, treats, biscuits, cakes, deserts, meals, meal prep platters, grazing boxes and gift boxes. Don’t live life stressing about dietary requirements. They can cover most dietary requirements, including Fodmap, ketogenic, and even vegan ketogenic. Order through a local environmentally conscious business that uses Australian grown produce, most of which is grown in our beautiful region. Most of which is also organic, or at least spray free, and all of which is fresh, delicious and healthy. Ask about
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Wandana Brewing co. Wandana is a small local brewery situated on the outskirts of the eclectic township of Mullumbimby. With a family friendly tap room and beer garden, it’s the perfect place to kick-back with friends whilst gazing out over the paddocks at the iconic Mt Chincogan. Lovingly crafted small batch beers are all made on-site and in full view of visitors, if you’re in luck you might get to taste an upcoming brew directly from the tank.
A large roster of local DJ’s and musicians usiiic us icianns set the scene for sunset. (Don’t mis misss ou oout ut on tickets for the NYE bash!) An ever-changing line up of food trucks offers delicious culinary treats from around the world. Takeaway beers and growler fills available. Open seven days between Boxing Day and 10 January (closed New Year’s Day). www.wandanabrewingco.com.au 20 Manns Rd, Mullumbimby
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Aeromax Coaching Ever tried to take action in your life, only to find the limitation of your own thoughts separating you from your potential? The beliefs you have about yourself are an amalgam of past memories and imagined futures viewed through the filter of past experiences. Both are illusionary and hamper our ability to be present with our lives and to fulfil our basic need to feel benevolence, ease, love and to feel connected to enthusiasm and motivation. We don’t think those qualities, we feel them. Grant Giles is an expert navigator of the illusionary self that is bound by belief and ideology. Grant’s passion is to help people see through the beer coloured filters that disconnect them from their own power using Clinical Hypnotherapy and Strategic Psychotherapy. South Golden Beach 0407 959 063 inconvenientminds.com.au
Ballina Farmers Market Ballina Farmers Market is the premier place to get all your farm fresh produce, directly from the producer. Oyster mushrooms, apples, crisp salads, plump tasty berries, cheeses, freshly baked organic sourdough bread, lamb, pork, the tastiest tomatoes, cloud-like sourdough donuts, olives and so much more… Shopping at Ballina Farmers Market will make your meal extra special. After your shopping, enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee, find the breakfast option that suits you, and sit and enjoy the morning by the river while one of our region’s excellent musicians plays for you. On the way home don’t forget to pick up a bunch of flowers to brighten your day. Ballina Farmers Market is held every Sunday morning from 7–11am at Commemoration Park on Bentinck Street, Ballina.
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Happy New Year from everyone at Byron Community College. Thinking about a new career or up skilling in 2021? Want to study right here in beautiful Byron Shire? Choose from nationally recognised training in Childcare, Horticulture, Massage Therapy, Permaculture, Community Services for Individual Support. Fee free or subsidised places are available if eligible. This training is subsidised by the NSW Government to help people get the skills they need to find a job or advance their careers. For more details call 02 6684 3374 or visit www.byroncollege.org.au RTO 90013 Byron Community College will be open from the 4 January 2021.
Are you challenged by your thoughts? Grant’s unique skillset of hypnotherapy, strategic psychotherapy, elite sports coaching background and uncanny intuitive ability, will help you remove self doubt, judgement, and outdated mental scripts and beliefs to put you back in touch with your true nature and potential.
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Entertainment Issue# 35.29 December 30, 2020 – January 5, 2021 Editor: Mandy Nolan Editorial/gigs: gigs@echo.net.au Copy deadline: 5pm each Friday Advertising: adcopy@echo.net.au P: 02 6684 1777 W: echo.net.au/entertainment
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BANGALOW FILM FESTIVAL ONE OF THE POSITIVES OF THIS CORONA VIRUS IS HOW IT’S MADE MANY IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY INNOVATE HOW THEY PRESENT AND WHAT THEY PRESENT. THREE BANGALOW CREATIVES, LYN MCCARTHY, CHRISTIAN PAZZAGLIA, AND BEN ALCOCK HAVE CREATED THE BANGALOW FILM FESTIVAL – WITH INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SCREENINGS PLANNED THROUGHOUT JANUARY. THERE’S EVEN A DRIVE-IN! How did the idea come about for a Festival? Christian: Three creative people, living in Bangalow, and missing all the events that weren’t going ahead because of COVID. We all had cinema experience and were keen to bring people together after an extraordinarily difficult year. For me, as a curator of festivals, it was a particularly tough year for film festivals, not just in Australia but worldwide. At the core of the Bangalow Film Festival is a love of cinema and the belief that watching a film with other people deeply changes the way we are able to experience the film itself. So, we created a new festival for the Northern Rivers in a time when we believe people are crying out for that experience. It’s a carefully curated program of premieres, classics, documentaries, kids films and special screenings – something for everyone. What made you think of a drive-in? Are people in their cars? How are you doing the sound? Ben: I’ve been running an occasional, pop-up drive-in at the Bangalow Showgrounds for a few years now. It’s always popular, pretty much all-weather, and has a super-fun retro vibe to it. When the weather’s fine, our regular punters will spill out of their cars and set up blankets, beanbags, deck chairs and other comforts and settle in for a fun night under the stars. Others reverse their vehicles into their designated spots and set up, all cosy, in the back. Utes are especially good for this. And the sound? Through some modern technological wizardry, it’s broadcast straight to your car stereo. Tune into the special frequency and – presto! Movie magic. You are revisiting classics like Fist Full of Dollars and La Dolce Vita – why did you decide to show those films? Christian: All classics in the program are simply masterpieces of cinema and give us an opportunity to create events around
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their screenings. We open the festival with La Dolce Vita. It’s a very rare chance to watch Federico Fellini’s most beloved film on the big screen. We’re inviting people to head to Bangalow, dress ‘60s style and relive the era of the drivein. We’re also encouraging anyone with a vintage car to Ben Alcock, Lyn McCarthy and Christian Pazzaglia, bring it along. It’s going to be a glamorous and fun event creators of the Bangalow Film Festival. under the stars. With Wake in Fright we wanted to focus the spotlight on one of our most influential Australian films. The key issue at the moment, and something all three festivals It’s also the film’s 50th birthday. And for Fistful of Dollars we agree on, is supporting the arts, whether that be film, theatre, have commissioned a new soundtrack by the Italio-Australian music or dance. We’re all in this together. composer Chiara Costanza, which will serve as a tribute to the What does Bangalow bring to the event? late Ennio Morricone’s music, through a re-interpretation of his original score. All three will be screened in digitally restored Ben: Oh, Bangalow is built for festivals and, in ‘normal’ versions. years, has an impressive calendar of them that draws folk to the village. The town has a creative hustle about it, and a We have the Byron Film Festival, and Flickerfest hits town connected community that really gets behind these things. soon – how is Bangalow’s film festival different? Its showground is right in the centre of town, and the historic Lyn: Byron Film Festival is a well-established and successful A&I Hall is just divine. To be screening brand new films and festival that focuses on films without distributors and has ‘remixed’ classics in a hall that was built in 1911, which has a fantastic competition as a key part of the program. It has been used as the annual Show pavilion, and housed picture also done a great job of promoting new technology such as shows, debutante balls, soldiers’ farewells and welcome home Virtual Reality. Flickerfest is also a highly regarded national/ concerts, dances and has even served as an emergency hospital touring festival that supports local filmmakers and it’s all about during the 1919 flu epidemic, it’s pretty remarkable. short films, and once again its focus is a competition. Byron Highlights of the upcoming festival? Film Festival, as the name suggests, is very Byron-focused Lyn: Besides the classics that Christian has already talked and Flickerfest is very much part of Mullumbimby’s culture. about, the outdoor screenings promise to be wonderful. High We believe that the region can sustain the three festivals, Ground, starring Simon Baker and Jack Thompson, will be a especially as Bangalow Film Festival does not intend to create great experience under the stars, as will Penguin Bloom, starring a competition, will not be doing short films in the foreseeable Naomi Watts. And of course, Truffle Dogs, also outdoors, where future, and our program is geared towards classics and you can bring your well-behaved dog. Indoors, I’m looking premieres of new films yet to hit the cinema circuit. We’re forward to hearing our special guest Alex Proyas, (The Crow, looking forward to working closely with and supporting all Dark City), talk about his experiences shooting films here and in other arts organisations in the region, not just the film events. the US. The Adventures of Prince Achmed, the animation classic, will be accompanied by live music by jazz composer Phillip Johnstone and his band. That will be a real treat for all members of the family. We’re planning a special high tea to celebrate the screening of Ottolenghi and The Cakes of Versailles. And let’s not forget The Mole Agent, Descent, Papicha, Lemebel, The Dog Doc, &]VSR 8LIEXVI MW &EGO MR &YWMRIWW White Noise, and the kids’ films... I’m really proud of the diversity in our first program. Challenges? Ben: Oh, crikey. Where do we start? Mostly, timing. We have pulled this thing together in no time at all. Throw in Christmas, New Year, school holidays and the ever-looming cloud of COVID, and it’s all been pretty crazy, which, frankly, makes what we’ve created even more remarkable. We’re incredibly proud of 0MZI 1YWMG 1SZMIW *MPQ 4VIQMIVIW the program and the promotional partnerships we’ve forged along the way. We’re so grateful for the support we’ve received from local businesses that have bought into our vision (and timelines!) and whose generosity has given the festival real momentum. And COVID. Whilst we’re extremely lucky in the Northern Rivers to have escaped the pandemic virtually unscathed, we want to assure anyone coming to the festival that their wellbeing and 'SRJIVIRGIW 7IQMREVW (ERGI 4IVJSVQERGIW comfort is our number one priority. The festival team and our venue partners are committed to providing a safe environment ;I GER EPWS 7XVIEQ ]SYV 4IVJSVQERGI 0MZI for ticket-holders, staff and sponsors. SV VIGSVH MX JSV PEXIV 3RPMRI &VSEHGEWX What should we expect for the upcoming festival? Christian: Eight kaleidoscopic days full of great films, amazing 8EPO XS SYV JVMIRHP] WXEJJ EFSYX ]SYV RI\X IZIRX film concerts, film screenings ‘with a twist’ and plenty of 'SRXEGXɸZIRYI$F]VSRGIRXVI GSQ EY surprises along the way. [[[ F]VSRGIRXVI GSQ EY 14–21 January in Bangalow at A&I Hall & Showground. ~ݾ±«È sȾ ~ݾ±«È sȾ Program and tickets at: www.bangalowfilmfestival.com.au
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Kylie Upton – at Starlight Festival at the Bangalow A&I Hall 7–10 January.
SOUNDBATHS, SHAMANISM, STARLIGHT AND YOU! Every year the Starlight Festival in Bangalow transports locals to the celestial plane with soundbaths, shamanic journeys and in-depth everything. Taking attendees through time and space with a sound healing, you can learn to play the singing bowl, browse the market or access ancient knowledge. Featuring Alice Miyagawa, a teacher of harmonium, chanting, mantra meditation, and vocal techniques for singing and meditation. She is also the wings behind The Harmonium Choir – a wonderful group of harmonium players who offer a unique sound healing modality for health and wellbeing. Alice will be leading initiates towards enlightenment with her daily yoga sessions. Kylie Upton is a mother, business owner, hippie in high heels and yogini – she had always maintained her own health and wellness but when a health crisis challenged her in 2014 she discovered Kundalini Yoga; she regained her health and it totally transformed her life. She has studied Kundalini Yoga in Australia, India, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and the United States and practices Kundalini Yoga every single day. She has fallen in love with sharing the teachings. Originally from the Victorian coast, Tom Robb’s story begins with an early love for adventure and a passion for teaching. What started out as a Diploma, then a Degree in outdoor education has now turned into something so much greater. With the desire to be a forever student, Tom began studying material based on psychology, mental health, and mind mastery, while simultaneously completing his yoga and meditation teacher training. Accompanied by Lucinda, his ‘74 Kombi, he is on a mission is to deliver his presentations to every school, festival, and conference across Australia. Starlight Festival: A festival of conscious living; of awakening and connection through interactive workshops, soundbaths, yoga; of shamanic journeys and talks with local, national and international presenters. 7–10 January, Bangalow A&I Hall Price: $30 admission. Four day pass $75. Locals two-for-one days, Thursday 7–8 Jan. Tickets online or at the door. www.starlightfestival.com.au
There is something very nostalgic about backyard cricket. I remember Christmases where the garbage bins were pulled in for wickets and a few drunk mums and dads faced up to spin bowls from their eager kids. I remember my mum trying to run without the flap lifting on her batik wrap-around skirt which she’d decided, on that day, was a strapless dress. There is nothing more satisfying than catching your dad – not with another mum – but when he chips it off the bat and gets caught behind. I remember the tantrums from the kids when they got bowled out; the consensus being that they should be given another turn; but maybe not the following year. By then they had learnt to be more gracious losers. For the past five years we’ve put the call out in our neighbourhood to play a Boxing Day match on our local cricket pitch. Some people we really only see once a year at our game. Some people I have never met. Others I know so well they call me mum. This year we had record numbers – with 50 people turning up. That’s a lot of bodies to work through. Kids, teenagers, young adults, hot chicks, mums, dads, grandmas, and grandpas. They were all in attendance. All ready for the captain’s pick. Which I might add is an unpleasant experience that relives the teampicking trauma of school years – where we were made to stand while we were selected one at a time. Or more’s the point, not selected, until the very end. Who doesn’t remember being left until last? That sinking feeling that while groups are selected, you’re the last one standing? As someone tasked with doing the selecting, I should add it’s not personal; it’s about whether the person doing the selecting can remember your name. The great thing about cricket is that if you win the toss and chose to bat, you get to drink. There’s not many competitive sports that allow the opposition a lazy sit down. It’s part of the festive appeal. Recovery time. Anyway, if you
do have to field it means you just stand around hoping the ball doesn’t come to you. Only the bowler and the wicket keeper have anything to do. Two of the kids that showed up this year were in their cricket gear, they played the year before and their parents said they enjoyed it so much they were up at 6am dressed and waiting for the evening match. It’s hard not to love that. It reminds you how important intergenerational community engagement is for kids. How important it is, as adults, to get your ass off the grass and get amongst it! The other great thing about cricket is that it’s forgiving of lack of competence, and if you do have a little competence, you can shine like a hero. A massive whack or a catch of the day makes you a hero for a moment. Cricket also means we all get a chance to watch people we know run. Most people I know don’t run. We’re not runny people. That’s probably the most fun of all. People look so funny when they run. Myself included. Bits jiggling, boobs flying. And that was just the sprint to the esky for the last beer. Although there were a few adults who clearly had some serious smashing skills on the bat, at the end of the day the kids outperformed everyone. And of course it was a draw. 25 wickets for 45 runs. No one stayed in for longer than five minutes! I am not a cricket fan, but I do love a little bat and ball on Boxing Day. This cacophony of ungifted players and crude adaptation of the sport has this remarkable ability of bringing people of all ages and skill levels together to do something that we often forget to do as a community: engage. Something that’s not really about winning or achieving, not about commerce, something that’s just about fun. And it’s free. Maybe next year you’ll start a game in your neighbourhood? Or maybe you’ll be at ours. Here’s a tip – wear a nametag.
NYE 2021 Hatters Party! MadMad Hatters Karaoke Party!
NUDGIN’ IT Nudge continues in it’s Saturday slot for 2021. The first Saturday of the month ongoing – but giving you a break between NYE and the first Nudge of ‘21. Winner of the Byron Shire Community Event of the Year at this year’s Australia Day Awards and featuring DJs Phil Perry, Crucial D, Dale Stephen and Lord Sut. Limited tickets. Saturday 9 January, 4-11pm $20 Cunning Stunts will continue to donate a percentage of profits to local charities throughout the season – they have raised $325k+ so far, helping 28 charities. Go to cunningstunts.com.au to grab your tickets.
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Q HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, 6PM & 9.30PM RUBY FIELDS Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, TIM STOKES Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 2PM JOSH LEE HAMILTON, 5PM DU EAST, 9PM SKY EATER Q SALTWATER SOCIAL CLUB, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS Q COOLANGATTA HOTEL 7PM TRIVIA
THURSDAY 31 Q HOTEL BRUNSWICK NYE WITH DJ KIRBY Q BRUNSWICK HEADS PICTURE HOUSE 9PM NYE GALA: REUBEN KAYE’S ANUS HORRIBILIS… GOODBYE 2020! Q OCEAN SHORES COUNTRY CLUB 5.30PM WEAR THE FOX HAT Q BILLINUDGEL HOTEL SHY BABY Q BALLINA RSL BOARDWALK 6PM KORDS AND KEYS Q MARY G’S, LISMORE, 8.30PM ISAAC FRANKHAM Q SHEOAK SHACK, FINGAL HEAD, 7PM NATHAN KAYE & FELICITY LAWLESS BAND Q KINGSCLIFF BEACH HOTEL 7PM WHO’S CHARLIE Q CHINDERAH TAVERN 9.30PM FRIENDLY ENEMIES Q SEAGULLS, TWEED HEADS, 6PM SWEET MIXJAH, 8PM LET THERE BE AC/DC Q COOLANGATTA HOTEL 7PM STEVE BLAIK, 10PM DISCO DISCIPLES
FRIDAY 1 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, RAGGA JUMP Q OCEAN SHORES COUNTRY CLUB 6PM JOHN DIXON Q KINGSCLIFF BEACH HOTEL 3PM FAVOURITE SON Q KINGSCLIFF BEACH BOWLS 5.30PM BRETT HEALY Q LENNOX HOTEL HOTEL STAGE 8PM TIM STOKES
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Lisa brings the bands back
Brass ‘n’ beats with Bullhorn at Summerstage
SummerStage is quite possibly the most exciting new gig to hit Byron.
Born out of the restrictions of 2020 that saw so many in the music industry pack up their equipment and go home – this is an outdoor COVID Safe musical gathering made possible because the kick arse soul mama that is Lisa Hunt has pulled it all together. ‘Build it and they will come’ is the vision statement, and that’s exactly what Lisa is hoping for – that the crowds will descend on Red Devil footy field with picnic rugs aplenty to enjoy a sumptuous evening of song. Opening on Saturday 9 January, and running through until 28 February. With a stunning line up each evening – it’s clear the bands are back in town.
Saturday 9 January line up is Oka, and Bullhorn. Oka is the sound of the future without losing the past. Could there be a more befitting opening act for the festival? The music of Oka is a Welcome to Country where the Dreaming meets world music; seamlessly blending roots, jazz, dub and house – and positve vibrations fill the air. Bullhorn are an acoustic force of nature with a line up that includes seven horn players, one drummer and one monster MC. With their roots in funk, soul, hip hop, reggae and dance music their performances inspire the most conservative audiences to make their way to the dancefloor. Doors open at 4pm.
Sunday 10 January welcomes Lisa Hunt After a year of silence in the Shire she calls home, the soul sister returns to stage with the very best of her African American musical roots on display: Motown, Soul, Funk and Disco. Infectiously feel good music for those in the know. Also stepping up are the Hussy Hicks. Powerhouse vocalist Leesa Gentz, and guitarist Julz Parker are bringing the full band for SummerStage. This promises to be a day of next level female soul power. For tickets go to summerstagebyronbay.com.au
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SUNDAY 3 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, JON J BRADLEY Q BRUNSWICK HEADS PICTURE HOUSE 5PM & 7PM TOMMY LITTLE – I’LL SEE MYSELF OUT Q BALLINA RSL LEVEL ONE 2PM PIANO LOUNGE Q LENNOX HOTEL BEEF & BEACH 3PM LUKE YEAMAN
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Bullhorn, Lisa Hunt, Hussy Hicks & Oka play SummerStage in Byron at Red Devil Park 9–10 January.
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WEDNESDAY 6 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, JASON DELPHIN Q BRUNSWICK HEADS PICTURE HOUSE 7PM TOMMY LITTLE – I’LL SEE MYSELF OUT, 9PM REUBEN KAY – THE BUTCH IS BACK Q SALTBAR, KINGSCLIFF, 7PM TRIVIA Q COOLANGATTA HOTEL 7PM TRIVIA
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HOW WILL BYRONITES BE CELEBRATING THIS NEW YEAR? FROM THE MINDS AND HEARTS OF THE SHIRE’S VIBRANTLY VARIABLE STARSIGNS, READ IT HERE...
Still from The Darjeeling Limited at the Regent in Murwillumbah as part of a three-day Wes Anderson film festival, 4–6 Jan.
THE FANTASTIC MR WES! Calling all Wes Anderson fans! The Regent Cinema is proud to present a festival of quirky and quality films from the incredible film director Wes Anderson from 4–6 Jan. The Regent Cinema are providing three days of Wes’ genius to indulge your cinematic senses. Kid-friendly titles and adult favourites. Seven films for a full degustation! Matching wines available. With screenings of masterpieces: Rushmore, The Royal Tenebaums, The Life Aquatic, The Darjeeling Limited, Fantastic Mr Fox, The Grand Budapest Hotel and Isle of Dogs. For more info go to the-regent.com.au
ARIES: I’m going to give my annual endof-year party for 22 friends: the number I can comfortably seat if it’s raining. Everyone makes especially beautiful food, and we celebrate our connection with a Theatre Of Gift-Giving. Poetry’s spoken, music is played, dances danced and ideas for moving into the New Year are shared around.
SCORPIO: Hmmm, I’d like to end the year being left alone to do my own things on my own time-line. Yoga, painting, sleeping, surfing, more sleeping... a whole week of holistic retreat – making my own food, drinking smoothies, going skate boarding and watching all the shows I want to watch. SAGITTARIUS: To have absolutely no boundaries, limits or restrictions and go wherever I want overseas. Which would be Turkey because of its fascinating history and vibrant spice markets. But since that’s off the list, I’ll be glamping at an outdoor gathering in the forest, trying to stay awake till midnight.
TAURUS: I’d like to end this year in a quiet, simple, comfortable, peaceful setting; with no bushfires, no smoke, and no fireworks to frighten the animals. Perhaps some laser light displays. I’d like to be eating and drinking quality produce from our local purveyors and roadside stalls, after thanking them for supplying us, all year, with a smile. GEMINI: I’d love to be at a big circus-themed, costume street party with all the fun people I know and don’t know, with live music and a carnival atmosphere and light shows. But I’m torn. The other part of me just wants to put my feet up with a cocktail and have a rest, please.
CAPRICORN: I’m not sure any more how to celebrate. Or what. I’d like it to be a new global resonance. Perhaps gathering with friends and family to honor the gifts and insights and wisdom gained from the past year, with sacred moments like the three minutes of silence before midnight at Woodford that erupts into a mad dance party.
CANCER: Having a picnic at the Pass, walking on the sand, taking a dip to wash off the old year, then drinking wine and playing music with friends – strumming guitars and ukuleles, some on drums. I’d like a few Hawaiian tunes, hula dances, and good old north coast lifestyle songs like Loving You In Suffolk By The Sea…
AQUARIUS: Getting together with good friends and loved ones to see how we could put some beautiful positive vision back into the world would be good. What will I really be doing? Maybe going out and greeting others on our street with a bit of bell ringing. I’d be happy with that.
LEO: I wanna have a dance and shake it all out. Where? At home under the stars with the fam – the kids and their friends. My son and I built a great big barbecue with mosaics and a lion’s head, so if there isn’t a fire ban happening, we’ll all be enjoying a full-on meat-out.
PISCES: Ideally, I’d like to turn back time, like Cher, by drinking at the well of eternal youth. But I’ll probably settle for a platter of natural oysters and drinking Contreau on ice to celebrate the end of the era of lies, misinformation and deceit in American politics… I hope?
VIRGO: Clean out the SAE Virtual Info Night is online on 14 January.
SEE SAE VIRTUALLY Find your true calling with the leading global specialist in creative media education. If you’re considering studying creative media (animation, audio, creative industries, design, film, or games, or web & mobile) join SAE online for their Virtual Info Night and hear from industry-experienced lecturers, learn how you can pursue your passion in this dynamic and expanding industry. Join this live online event and get access to exclusive behind-the-scenes tours, course presentations, student showreels, live Q&A, and explore SAE in a 360° interactive campus experience! 14 Jan 6–8pm. For info and bookings phone 1800 723 338 or email byronbay@sae.edu
fridge. Then the car. Then die. That’s the cleanest conclusion anyone could come up with. How? None of your business. I’m not going to give away good ideas to people like you. Seriously though, why can’t the human race realise that we aren’t in control and start behaving accordingly?
LIBRA: Bring on the rain, and more rain. I’d like to spend 31 December swimming at one of our gorgeous beaches to refresh myself for the New Year. Then I’ll drink chilled vintage Crosier from the Adelaide Hills while I cook chirashi sushi, a traditional homemade Japanese dish to take to my favorite local end-ofyear party. Admission Prices: Adults: Stud/Conc: Senior: Child:
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THE AUSTENTAYSHUS VIRUS He’s big, he’s bold and he’s back! Austentayshus is the big bad wolf of Aussie comedy, huffing and puffing his way through the zeitgeist. Every year he makes his satirical sojourn to Byron Bay. He loves it here. He says we ‘get him’. That we are one of the smartest crowds in the country. Of course we love hearing that – and we also love hearing his improvised downloads on the politics and drama of our town. Presented by Mandy Nolan in three hot summer shows! Saturday 9 January at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services at 8pm, Sunday 10 January at the Byron Services at 5pm, and Monday 11 January back at the Byron Services at 8pm. All tix are $40 on mandynolan.com.au
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12A Coolamon Avenue, Mullumbimby This beautifully renovated home on almost an acre combines peace and quiet with all the convenience of living near town. Tropical gardens surround the home, studio & pool which will be a must for summer. A popular place to socialise and cool off and enjoy the sunsets.
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34 Helen Street, South Golden Beach This high set, modern beach style home built over 2 levels is only 400 metres to pristine sands. With polished timber floors and raked ceilings in the open plan living & kitchen and dining, the house is filled with light. The north facing deck looks out over the fully fenced yard.
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• End of a quiet country lane, set on 3/4 acre (3229m2) of ideal rural land
• Garry Scotcher built home sits perfectly on 8 beautiful acres of gentle rolling land
• Set on an elevated northerly block with breathtaking sweeping views
• Versatile open plan design ensures an abundance of natural light
• Master has a walk-in robe, ensuite and opens directly to the veranda • Kitchen features stone bench tops, quality appliances and a butler’s pantry
• Outdoor living areas are perfect for entertaining while soaking up the views
• Superb outdoor living room complete with pizza oven, outdoor kitchen and fireplace
• 4 bedrooms all with built-ins and direct access to outdoor patios
• Set in an environmentally aware community, just minutes to Bangalow and Byron
• Local Clunes shops, Rosebank Primary School and natural attractions all closeby
Address:
10/231 Fowlers Lane, Bangalow
Address:
514 Rosebank Road, Rosebank
Price:
$1.85m to $1.975m
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Contact Agent
Enquiries:
Su Reynolds 02 6685 8466 Luke Elwin 0421 375 635
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Helen Huntly-Barratt 0412 332 232 Lee Grimes 0400 462 312
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2/41 Armstrong Street, Suffolk Park
Price:
$1.9m to $2.05m
Enquiries:
Helene Adams 0412 139 807 Vanessa Coles 0433 836 755
35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 PH: O2 6685 8466
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• This an amazing opportunity to own a piece of paradise with 54 acres of pristine hinterland and a gorgeous 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom unique timber home • Private oasis with spectacular views from Myocum Valley to Mt Chincogan • Entertainer’s delight, with open plan living that leads out to a large deck overlooking 25 metre inground lap pool, steam sauna and gazebo • Spring-fed dams across the property, great fencing, cattle yards will all serve your livestock well Address:
767 Myocum Road, Myocum
Price:
Forthcoming Auction
Enquiries:
Paul Prior 0418 324 297
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Renovated Beachfront Apartment in Byron Bay 3
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• Only footsteps away from Clarke’s Beach, renovated apartment in a boutique complex
• Single storey family home on immaculate, professionally landscaped land
• Complete refurbishment with stylish interiors and modern finishes
• Elevated northerly aspect and wide rural vistas
• Seamless flow from the indoors to outdoors with sliding doors providing dual access
• Fantastic indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces
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• Stylish, modern kitchen with stone benches, quality appliances & butlers pantry
• Master includes built-in robes, modern ensuite and opens out to a private balcony
• Beautiful lagoon style pool
• Great opportunity to invest in the lucrative Byron Bay market and an ideal location
• Four light-filled bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and the spacious master
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Address:
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Su Reynolds 02 6685 8466 Luke Elwin 0421 375 635
Enquiries:
Su Reynolds 02 6685 8466 Luke Elwin 0421 375 635
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• Established business (opened 1986) - Wards Landscape Supplies • Sale includes machinery, sheds, retail shop & stock • Lovely 4 bedroom homestead circa 1920’s with immaculate gardens • Large undercover wooden decked areas • Pool and gazebo - perfect for entertaining • Modern kitchen with plenty of storage, aircon and fireplace, 81,000 litre tanks • 15 minutes to beautiful Brunswick Heads and 25 minutes to Byron Bay
• DA approval for a 10-lot rural land sharing community • Private, serene property offering a newly renovated, single storey, family home • Approximately 1.83 kms of creek frontage with private swimming holes • Vaulted high ceilings with exposed trusses and wood fireplace • Great rural views across over the Channon Valley • In-ground salt water swimming pool with covered BBQ gazebo • Close to Rocky Creek Dam, Protestor Falls and Minyon Falls
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Enquiries:
Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698 Denzil Lloyd 0481 864 049
Enquiries:
Paul Prior 0418 324 297
35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 PH: O2 6685 8466
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2020 has been a challenging year for many. Chris Hanley OAM PRINCIPAL/LICENSEE
Su Reynolds DIRECTOR / SALES
Helen Huntly-Barratt DIRECTOR / SALES
Tara Torkkola SALES MANAGER / SALES
Paul Banister SALES
Thank you to all our fantastic clients who trust us to buy, sell & lease their homes.
Denzil Lloyd SALES
Vanessa Coles SALES
Paul Prior SALES
Luke Elwin SALES
Helene Adams SALES
Oliver Aldridge SALES
Lee Grimes SALES ASSOCIATE
Kate Stanford CLIENT CARE MANAGER FOR SU
Katie Teague SALES ASSOCIATE FOR SU
Olivia Coates SALES ASSOCIATE FOR HELEN
Thank you to our hardworking tradespeople. Jasmin McClymont SALES ASSOCIATE FOR TARA
Sally Green SALES ASSOCIATE FOR TARA
Michèle Meditz Rachel Behrens SALES ASSOCIATE FOR DENZIL CLIENT CARE FOR HELENE & VANESSA
Virginia Kane PROPERTY MANAGER/COMMERCIAL
Thank you to our committed cleaners and gardeners. Lauren King BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Sophie Moir PROPERTY MANAGER
Ellen Meir PROPERTY MANAGER
Corinne Tickle CLIENT CARE / ADMINISTRATION
Bridie McKelvey MARKETING MANAGER
Jessica Fairbairn MARKETING ADMINISTRATION
Claudette Martin FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Oli Ayo PHOTOGRAPHER
Karen Haplin PROPERTY MANAGER
Jared Trenholme LEASING CONSULTANT
Olivia Outerbridge PROPERTY MANAGER
Tammy Prior SALES ADMINISTRATION
Samantha Denyer SALES ADMINISTRATION
Charlie Moorhouse CLIENT CARE / ADMINISTRATION
Matt Boggis CHIEF DELIVERY OFFICER
Sarah Bell RESIDENT PHILOSOPHER
Thank you to this wonderful community who continue to support us year after year.
From the First National Byron family to yours, we wish everyone a safe, healthy and successful 2021! 35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 PH: O2 6685 8466
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The Team at LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads wish you all a
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As stated before, the property position is ideal for a redevelopment site for the future and a great spot to live now! If you are looking to land bank then the tenants would be ecstatic. They would love to stay. They are blue chip and always pay, so no stress regarding payments.
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Rare opportunity to purchase a well presented and spacious lake front home, located in a unique position offering you a private retreat from the world. If you love a tranquil atmosphere and stunning water views from your own delightful sunroom and timber patio then this could be the home, you are looking for. â&#x20AC;˘ Spacious glassed in living area/sunroom with vaulted ceilings connects to an alfresco deck providing uninterrupted views across the lake. â&#x20AC;˘ Modern kitchen recently upgraded to include large pot drawers for fantastic storage, dishwasher, corner pantry and is complimented with a gas cooktop and Chef electric oven for efficient cooking â&#x20AC;˘ Two generously sized carpeted bedrooms, one with an en-suite have built in wardrobes, ceiling fans and split system airconditioners. â&#x20AC;˘ Main bathroom features a corner spa bath as well as shower & large vanity. â&#x20AC;˘ The 2nd bedroom en-suite includes a good-sized shower cabinet. â&#x20AC;˘ Free power from the sun with your own 6Kw Solar system. Why not arrange an inspection today to start the next chapter of your life and embrace an effortless lifestyle. Inspect: By appointment Contact: Kelvin Price 0423 028 468 Mr Property Services
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405 Goonengerry Road, GOONENGERRY Peaceful Country Living Moments from Mullum ¡ Circa 1920s weatherboard home with old-world charm ¡ Separate artist studio with bathroom, carport, deck & own driveway ¡ Open plan dining & kitchen open to outdoor entertaining and in-ground pool ¡ 6.8 acres with cleared open spaces, rainforest gullies & rural outlooks ¡ Lifestyle haven with fertile soils, plenty of water storage, and an abundance of wildlife.
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The team at Raine Horne Ocean Shores / Brunswick Heads / Murwillumbah would like to thank you for your on going support and we look forward to helping you achieve your property dreams in 2021.
This charming 1890’s co age in central Lismore is an absolute delight from the front gate to the back. Having undergone a meticulous renovation from the floor to the roof, fully refurbished to a modern home while retaining much of the gorgeous charm of this original gem. Set one block from Lismore’s bustling CBD with shops, cafes and schools all within walking distance. Whether it’s investing, a home or a place to run your business from, this property offers so much potential.
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Located on an 807m2 block in a quiet cul-de-sac, just 5 minutes’ drive from the pristine New Brighton beach, your new home offers easy care living at its very best. The open plan family living and dining area flows out onto a covered alfresco entertaining space overlooking the large rear yard. • Spacious open plan family living and dining area with reverse cycle air conditioning • Beautifully appointed kitchen with plenty of benchtop space & breakfast bar • Separate spacious lounge room • Polished floorboards throughout the living areas
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VICKI COOPER â&#x20AC;&#x153;STRESS-FREE AND EASYâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chris and I found Vicki to be professional on all levels as our real estate agent. The process was made stress-free and easy. We had the guidance of Vicki to help us choose how we wanted to market our property. Ta Tara ara d did an amazing job of representing our property. Her preparation was meticulous, her communication consistent and clear, and her professionalism second to none. ne. VENDOR - BYRON BAY
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11 Kendall St Byron Bay Stunning beachside hideaway located just a short stroll from the central hub of Byron Bay. This light filled home features 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms including 2 ensuites and a grand open plan kitchen and lounge that boasts high ceilings. Glass bi-fold doors connect you to an oversized porch that doubles your living space and leads you out to enjoy the pool, spa, infrared sauna, ice bath set up and fire pit, all surrounded by well tended tropical
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6 Orara Court, Byron Bay
• On the market just 23 days • 165 Phone inquiries • 224 Email inquiries • 78 Inspections • Premium sales result achieved
• On the market just 20 days • 58 Phone inquiries • 72 Email inquiries • 32 Inspections • Premium sales result achieved
Thinking of selling your hinterland property in the new year? We are working with current qualified buyers urgently looking to purchase in the Byron Shire hinterland.
It is our mission to exceed clients’ expectations and deliver outstanding results with each opportunity. Contact Bryce today to discuss your property.
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ACUPUNCTURE
6684 5296 BAYSIDE RADIATORS Windscreens & air-con. Billinudgel. AU29498 .................................66802444
BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS
ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE M Collis.............................................0490 022183 MARLENE FARRY Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine marlenefarry.com .........0416 599507
LOCAL
SHOWCASE DEALER SHOWROOM
SUNSCREENS
ACUPUNCTURE & acupressure massage. Ph Dr. Derek Doran .......................................0414 478787
AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION CURTAINS
1/84 Centennial Circuit Byron Bay
66 680 0 8862
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PLANTATION SHUTTERS
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Mullumbimby Refrigeration & Airconditioning Services
Lic 246545C
– Sales – Installation – Repairs – All Commercial Refrigeration – Residential & Commercial Airconditioning – Coolroom Design & Construction – Freezer Rooms
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Lic: 299433C ARC: AU40492
ROLL BLINDS
YOUR LOCAL BLIND MAN at North Byron Blinds .................................................. Amos 0404 421518
BRICKLAYING BRICK/BLOCK LAYING Contractors. Lic 291958C. Phone Mark ........................................0409 444268
BUILDING TRADES • 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).
• RELIABLE TRADESMAN • DECKS & PERGOLAS • TIMBER SCREENS & DOORS • GARAGE CONVERSIONS
6684 2783
45 Manns Road, Mullumbimby
AWNINGS
SPECIALISTS IN HOM E AUTOM ATION
AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION
LICENCE NUMBER 344531C
SERVICING THE BYRON SHIRE
AIR CONDITIONING & RE FRIGE RATION
CALL BRETT 0414 542 019
ALL CARPENTRY WORK
• Sales • Service • Installations • Warranty Repairs • Domestic & Commercial
Jarreau
AU 27106
FULLY INSURED
0421 485 217
COOLMAN AIR CONDITIONING 23 years experience. Lic 178464C AU30147 ..............0412 641753 RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141. Lic No. 264313C.....................0487 264137
NSW Lic. 83568c Qld BSA 1238105
• Floor installations • Door & Window installations • Decks & Pergolas 0488 950 638 matt.rowan.wardle@gmail.com • Alterations
ANTENNAS & INSTALLATION
0439 624 945
AH
02 66 804 173 Friendly Reliable Prompt Local
Digital TV ALL Antenna Installations & Repairs ALL Electrical Work
Lic: 317362C
Licensed builder, specialising in Bathroom renovations.
JP DIGITAL ANTENNAS Reception problems, new antennas, extra TV points, all areas .....0432 289705 ANTENNAS PLUS. TV, WiFi, Electrical. Reliable. Call Norm ............................................0422 668582
0417 654 888
ANTIQUES/RESTORATION
Quality workmanship, and reliable and personalised service.
www.stoneysbuildingcreations.com
Complete Home Maintenance Solutions
APPLIANCE REPAIR COFFEE MACHINE SERVICE & REPAIR coffeetechbyron.com.au Phone Stuart ............0407 395263
ARCHITECTS OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001
Bathroom and Kitchen Renovations • General Carpentry • Timber Decks • Home Maintenance RAY GOUGH 0477 005 144 completehome_1@bigpond.com
AUTOMOTIVE
• Tyres • Batteries • Wheel Alignments MULLUMBIMBY TYRE SERVICE Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2016
Lic. 266174C
FURNITURE RESTORATION Old/antique. 40+ yrs exp. erwinfurniturerestoration.com 0412 528454
PROJECTS LARGE & SMALL
LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES
Mobile Panel, Paint & Bumper Repairs FREE QUOTES • Scratch & Dent Repairs • Rust Repairs • Pre Sales Tidy Ups • Car Park Dents • Accident Damage
We come to you. Fully qualified, fully insured and all work is guaranteed.
Bumper to Bumper Repairs | Cory 0403 918 831
CLARKE CONSTRUCTIONS QUALITY BUILDING & CARPENTRY SERVICES
New builds, renovations & extensions, decks & pergolas, door & window installs. Bathrooms, concreting, fences & gates, weather damaged repairs.
deanmclarke069@gmail.com | 0415 152 487
Lc no: 1075512
Accountants & Bookkeepers.............................. 42 Acupuncture ....................................................... 42 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration ...................... 42 Antennas & Installation ..................................... 42 Antiques/Restoration ......................................... 42 Appliance Repair ................................................ 42 Architects ............................................................ 42 Automotive ......................................................... 42 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters .................. 42 Bricklaying .......................................................... 42 Building Trades ................................................... 42 Bush Regen & Weed Control .............................. 42 Carpet Cleaning .................................................. 43 Chimney Sweeps................................................. 43 Chiropractic......................................................... 43 Cleaning .............................................................. 43 Computer Services ............................................. 43 Concreting & Paving ........................................... 43 Counselling ......................................................... 43 Decks, Patios & Extensions ................................ 43 Dentists ............................................................... 43 Design & Drafting ............................................... 43 Driveway Maintenance ...................................... 43 Earthmoving & Excavation ................................ 43 Electricians .......................................................... 43 Fencing ................................................................ 43 Floor Sanding & Polishing ................................. 43 Flooring ............................................................... 43 Funeral Services.................................................. 43 Garden & Property Maintenance ...................... 43 Garden Design .................................................... 43 Gas Suppliers ...................................................... 43 Graphic Design ................................................... 43 Guttering ............................................................. 43 Handypersons ..................................................... 44 Health .................................................................. 44 Hire ...................................................................... 44 Kitchens ............................................................... 44 Landscape Design .............................................. 44 Landscape Supplies............................................ 44 Landscaping ....................................................... 44 Locksmith ............................................................ 44 Osteopathy.......................................................... 44 Painting ............................................................... 44 Pest Control ......................................................... 44 Photography ....................................................... 44 Physiotherapy ..................................................... 44 Picture Framing .................................................. 44 Picture Hanging .................................................. 44 Plastering ............................................................ 44 Plumbers ............................................................. 44 Pools .................................................................... 44 Removalists ......................................................... 44 Roofing ................................................................ 44 Rubbish Removal ................................................ 45 Self Storage ......................................................... 45 Septic Systems .................................................... 45 Solar Installation ................................................ 45 Television Services ............................................. 45 Tiling .................................................................... 45 Tree Services ....................................................... 45 Tuition ................................................................. 45 Upholstery .......................................................... 45 Valuers ................................................................. 45 Veterinary Surgeons .......................................... 45 Water Filters ........................................................ 45 Water Supplies .................................................... 45 Welding ............................................................... 45 Window Cleaning ............................................... 45 Window Tinting................................................... 45
BECK THE BOOKKEEPER All platforms, BAS & Payroll. beckthebookkeeper.com.au ....02 66084372
UNWANTED CARS
ABN: 67443309529
INDEX
BAS * TAXATION * ACCOUNTING saltwateraccountancy.com.au ...............................02 66874746
Lic No: MVTC157416
ACCOUNTS & BOOKINGS: 6684 1777
BOOKKEEPER Local and reliable .................................. barbarasbookkeeping.com.au 0402 118649
CASH PAID FOR
DINGO DEMOLITIONS & ASBESTOS REMOVAL ................................. 66834008 or 0407 728998 BUILDER – JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C .............0415 793242 BUILDER Renovations, maintenance, 30yrs exp. mchughdesign.com.au Lic 29792C....0408 663420 HAVEN BUILDING All aspects of building. Lic 326616C ...............................................0432 565060 FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C .........................66808162 CARPENTER HANDYMAN FB Greg’s Handyman Services Byron Bay Lic No 1039897....0414 109595
BUSH REGENERATION & WEED CONTROL WEED CONTROL SPECIALIST Lawns – bindii weeds – Army worms – grass grubs .....0418 110714 EAST COAST BUSH REGENERATION Tree planting, weed control. Call Rossco Faithfull.0409 157695
North Coast news daily in Echonetdaily www.echo.net.au
Service Directory CARPET CLEANING FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!
oast Asph alt st C Ea
Green & Clean
Carpet and upholstery cleaning, urine extraction, rust removal, heavy traffic areas, deodorising and sanitation.
Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours
Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa
0408 232 066
6677 1859
&
CON
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SERVICING THE EAST COAST OF THE NSW NORTHERN RIVERS
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THE TIMBER FLOORING SPECIALISTS NEW DISPLAY 10 Dudgeons lane, Bangalow T 6687 2483 | M 0410 406 334
Burringbar
EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION
Commercial / Domestic / Insurance
CHIMNEY SWEEPING BLACKS CHIMNEY SWEEPING & REPAIRS AHHA member, insured. 3rd generation .....66771905
WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman...66858553
NORTHERN RIVERS DIRECT CREMATIONS Personal service, female-led exceptional care
Philip Toovey
24 hours. All-inclusive and local. $2100 .........................................................................1300 585778
0409 799 909
various implements available for limited access projects
WILSONS
CLEANING
FUNERAL SERVICES
TINY EARTHWOR
CHIROPRACTIC BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay ..............................66855282
Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Fire Hazard Reduction | Landscaping | Turfing Brush Cutting | Tip Runs | Fully Insured
Excavation & Plant Hire
Specialising in Driveway Construction & Maintenance
livingearthgardens.com.au
Nationally Recognised Qualifications
actionjoewindow@gmail.com
admin@wilsonexcavationsandtruckhire.com.au Byron Bay 0427 663 678 or 0452 400 565
5.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR, POSITRACK & TIPPER HIRE Specialising in road works, land clearing, retaining walls and general earthworks. Augers and rock grab available.
DETAILED CLEANER/GUEST HOUSE MANAGER All natural products 4.8 Stayz rated ..0410 723601 BEYOND CLEANING GROUP Quality focused. Brunswick to Ballina from $39.60ph .....0451 102239 PROFESSIONAL LOCAL CLEANER excellent references, good rates. Shire wide. Ph Krissy ..0410 860330 ALWAYS AVAILABLE ALL AREAS ALOHA! 5A rated window cleaner! Ph John.............0411 842117
EXPERIENCED OPERATORS | FREE QUOTES 0432 299 283
COMPUTER SERVICES
NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65hp chain trencher, mini excavator, cable locating.0402 716857
RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ....................................................................66844335
ELECTRICIANS
CONCRETING & PAVING
24 HOUR SERVICE
Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting. Residential • Civil • Industrial
Lic.136717c
DARYL 0418 234 302
0439 624 945
ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753
Lic No. 337066C
COUNSELLING COUNSELLING & LIFE COACHING Get unstuck & reclaim life purpose. TracieAnne.com .. 0437 174804
DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS
SECURITY, DATA, TV Tim Nicholls ph: 0468 384 203 lic: 000102498
nichollselectrical@outlook.com
Call Daniel
FLANAGAN CONCRETING & EXCAVATIONS. Lic 155456C. Ph Andrew.........................0401 968173
All Jobs Small or Large
YOU CAN TRUST?
FENG SHUI DESIGN CONSULTANT Lizzie Bodenham livingbalancedesigns.com.au Ph .0431 678608 BORRELL DESIGN Drafting & design. Commercial, retail, residential, shop fit-outs .....0412 043463
DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE
Coast to Country Asphalt Specialising in
• Asphalt Driveways • Sub-divisions • Earthworks • Carparks • and all Maintenance!
0467 482 948
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PAUL’S MOWING Local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O. Shores, Byron & Bangalow.........0422 958791 A GREEN EARTH Garden restoration, maintenance, tree & rubbish removal ................0405 716552 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772 BRUSHCUTTING Rubbish, Property Maintenance, Lawns.............................................0412 469109 RICK’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Mowing, brushcutting, gardening, pool service ...0424 805660 GREEN DINGO for all your mowing and gardening needs. Ph Michael .........................0497 842442
Family owned and operated, Est. 2010
Electrical, Data, Solar, Service and Maintenance Scan for website
LIC: 228999C
535 149
robert@parallelpower.com.au
LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .......................... 0439 624945 or 66804173 BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE.......................................................................66851264 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 .........................................................0429 802355
BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448
A.C.E. LAWNMOWING & GARDENING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed. Ph Sam.......0477 851493
www.simplybeautifulspaces.com.au FENG SHUI / GARDEN DESIGN .........................Lyn 0428 884329
Quality Guaranteed Licenced, professional and reliable Lifetime Workmanship Warranty
CONTACT US TODAY 0438
BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com..........Bob Acton 0407 787993
A-Z Lawns & acreage, trees & hedges, clean ups & tip runs, all gutters ..........................0405 625697
GARDEN DESIGN
SPECIALIST DECK SANDER (raised nail heads no prob), deck oiling, etc by FCR ..........0419 789600
DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048
MULLUM.MOWING@gmail.com. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Peter................0423 756394 GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured ... 66841778 or 0405 922839
ELECTRICIAN
THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refinishing, cable balustrading. Free quotes. Richard ...0407 821690
DESIGN & DRAFTING
0434 329 111
GW GARDEN MAINTENANCE Mowing, brushcutting, trees & hedges, trailer ..............0408 244820
LOOKING FOR A LOCAL
Serving the Northern Rivers Community
DENTISTS
• Paving • Stonework • Timber work • Retaining wall • Garden maintenance • Planting • Turfing • Mulching • Hedging • Lawns
LEAF IT TO US Specialists in acreage mowing, garden, tree maintenance .....................0402 487213
CONCRETING
PLATINUM CRETE CONCRETING Lic 225874C. 20 years exp. Free quotes. Justin .........0458 773788
02 66 804 173
Domestic Commercial
ALL AROUND
0424 876 155
AH
Lic: 154293c
SALISBURY
THE BYRON BAY GARDEN & LANDSCAPING COMPANY Structural Landscaping
GRADER HIRE Driveways, horse arenas, house pads. Adrian.........................................0428 845091
BETTER CALL SAUL The Mac Doctor. Repairs. Upgrades. Used Macs.............................0411 562111
CONCRETING
0430 297 101 / 6684 5437
Training & Assessment: Earthmoving Plant & Forklift
• House washing • High pressure or soft wash • Window cleaning • Driveways, paths & roofs • Gutters & flyscreens • Water efficient • Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 0409 207 646 or 0412 495750
For a Free Quote Call Now
GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
• Tip Trucks 3 to 12 Tonne • Excavators 5 & 21 Tonne • Posi Track Loader • Driveways • Roads • Cleaning • Civil Works • House Pads • Drainage • Carparks • Bush Rocks • Rock Walls • Water Truck
ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING
Free Quotes
FLOORING
ALL ASPECTS OF ASPHALT & BITUMEN SERVICES
JP ELECTRICAL All electrical. Level 2 ASP. Solar, data + TV. Lic 133082C .......................0432 289705 JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C..............0415 126028
GAS SUPPLIERS Free Delivery
Locally Owned Est 18 years
No Rental Reliable
www.brunswickvalleygas.com
0408 760 609 GRAPHIC DESIGN www.thinkblinkdesign.com
SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477 BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ............................0429 033801 BEN FORSYTH, Electrician. Lic:240691C. Ocean Shores & surrounds. No job too small ...0422 136408 CIRCUITS PLUS. For everything electrical in Byron Shire. Lic 201844c ..........................0422 668582 E4 ELECTRICAL SERVICES Lic 116621c. Solutions made E4 EASY! Phone Jamie ..........0410 502060
FENCING BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0422 207299 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service. ..................................................0432 107262 FLOW FENCING Pool fencing, timber/colourbond, local, professional and reliable.......0416 424256
FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING
DESIGN Print | Branding | Social Media | Websites | Graphic Design
GUTTERING
AAA GUTTER GUARD Over 17 years of gutter protection in the region.
Ph 0427 648 981 www.aaagutterguard.com
LOCALLY PROVEN QUALITY PRODUCTS
THE FLOOR SANDER New & old floors, decks, non-toxic finishes, special effects, free quotes..0407 821690 SPOTLESS GUTTERS. Gutter Guard Specialists. Ph........................................................0405 922839
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YVES DE WILDE
X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING
BUILDING SERVICES R E S I D E N T I A L | C O M M E R C I A L | I N D U S T R I A L | S T R AT A | M A I N T E N A N C E S E R V I C E S
24 hr response time guaranteed
0414 210 222
www.duluxaccredited.com.au
X 6680 7573 0415 952 494 X www.yvesdewilde.com.au LIC 114372C
Fully Insured
paul.munten@bigpond.com.au
A.S.A.P. All renos, carpentry, plastering, painting, studios & bathrooms .......................0405 625697 HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ......................................... 66884324 or 0476 600956 AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic. Wayne...............................0423 218417 ABSOLUTE HANDYMAN. Repairs, renovation, maintenance, painting. Call Mark ........0402 281638 HIGHPOINT Repairs & handyman services. Painting, plastering & tiling. Michael ........0421 896796
30 years experience
Blocked drain specialists Everything plumbing, drainage & gasďŹ tting
Lic 167371C
HANDY MAN SERVICES
QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES
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0400 852 141
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CARE & REPAIR HANDYMAN. Aaron ............................................................................0428 891682 AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025
HEALTH
BYRONBAYPAINTINGSERVICES.COM.AU â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Reliable. Quality work. Ph .....................1300 255 724 BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403
PEST CONTROL
â&#x20AC;˘ OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture,
MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035 ADM PLUMBING SERVICESâ&#x20AC;Ś (NO JOB TOO SMALL)â&#x20AC;Ś Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483
Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366
POOLS
MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002 EAST COAST PILATES STUDIO Brunswick Heads Ph Judy .............................................0408 110006 REMEDIAL MASSAGE: Deep tissue, sports, relaxation. HICAPS avail. Aaron Ovens ......0408 707304 CRANIOSACRAL BALANCING to relax and energise. Byron Bay Ph...............................0499 235755 REIKI HEALING: Usui Master Teacher and Practitioner, 34 years exp. Paul Daniel.........0402 302897
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
ATTENTION POOL OWNERS â&#x20AC;˘ All pool requirements â&#x20AC;˘ Professional advice â&#x20AC;˘ Water testing â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly service â&#x20AC;˘ Pool servicing
MOVE TO NURTURE PILATES STUDIO & mat classes. Lennox Head ............................0404 459605
73 Station St, Mullumbimby
AYURVEDA, NATUROPATH, Herbs, Jacinta McEwen â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Om Healing ...................................66849422
6684 3003
HIRE MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more ........................www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003
KITCHENS
(opp. Council chambers)
02 6681 6555 YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS www.allpestsolutions.com.au
D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery. Lic 283553C. www.hinged.com.au .......................Dave 0409 843689 THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714
LANDSCAPE DESIGN
BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018
BEAU JARDIN Landscape plans & horticultural consultations. beaujardin.com.au .................0417 054443
PHOTOGRAPHY
Tree Faerie Fotos
â&#x20AC;˘ Sand â&#x20AC;˘ Soils â&#x20AC;˘ Gravels â&#x20AC;˘ Pots & statues â&#x20AC;˘ Lots, lots more
www.treefaeriefotos.com â&#x20AC;˘ 0417 427 518
6684 2323 / 0418 663 983
PHYSIOTHERAPY NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288 ANTHONY Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511 OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics, shock wave therapy, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Ilse V Oostenbrugge....................66803499 PETRA KARNI PHYSIOTHERAPY & Craniosacral, Manual Therapy, TMJ. Suffolk Park. Ph...0403 226858
PICTURE FRAMING LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853 MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10 ............................0403 734791
LOCKSMITH
0429149 533 Est 2006
SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO
Professional â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Personal
LANDSCAPING
Small & Medium Moves, Pianos, Artworks, Tip Runs, 1 or 2 Men at Low Prices to Most Areas Based from Byron Bay & Mullumbimby
From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just give us a ring
30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism
1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)
Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Move & More
Calls always returned
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Garden Design & Property Planning. Andrew Pawsey ..........0478 519804
LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES
REMOVALISTS
Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe
PICTURE HANGING
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
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 Â&#x2021; /RFDO Â&#x2021; &RXQWU\ Â&#x2021; ,QWHUVWDWH /2&$/ Â&#x2021; 6<'1(< Â&#x2021; *2/' &2$67 Â&#x2021; %5,6%$1( Â&#x2021; 0(/%2851(
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Brendan Duggan Locksmith. Automotive car keys and lock installation/repair .......0412 764148 PROFESSIONAL PICTURE HANGING, also display of art and objects. Phone Lenny ....0407 031294
OSTEOPATHY
â&#x20AC;˘ DEPARTMENT OF FAIR TRADING INFO: When dealing with home owners, painters are required to quote a licence number only for external work valued over $5000.
BYRON BAY
0438 784 226 â&#x20AC;˘ 6685 4154
Lic No 189144C
ALL-WAYS PAINTING
PLASTERING CONTRACTOR DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL
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Competitive rates and packing supplies available. 0432 552 067 | 6684 5481 | byroncoastremovals@gmail.com MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813 BENNY CAN MOVE IT! .................................................................................................0402 199999
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BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists.............................66805255
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SEPTIC SYSTEMS
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ACROSS 1. They may strike over that messy cafe (6,7) 8. Article running soon (4) 9. Excitable? Go, charge at English! (10) 10. Pence, Coulter, shouted Spooner, abusing a dead Nazi (8) 11. Permits birds to lose first two directions (6) 13. Louse, Republican, in charge of a police force â&#x20AC;&#x201C; highly corrosive! (6,4) 16. Club with hot tub (4) 17. Large demon, but flaccid (4) 18. Got up with awful danger â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in the song, I never offered you that! (4,6) 20. Writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name beside the queue (6) 22. Panic merchant says god failed (8) 24. Dehydrated cats decide outcome (10) 26. Rush back for antelope (4) 27. Quarry in the mountains â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a Scottish celebration (8,5) DOWN 1. Detect talent, they say â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jane Austen put it straight after sense (11) 2. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bird (5) 3. Carpet and hoofer cavorted (3,6) 4. Mother and child in charge about a builder (7) 5. Predator reported in Russian forest (5) 6. The hotelierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a kind of moustache (9) 7. Place of the crocodile god (3) 12. Nestle Swiss? Rubbish, stupidity (11) 14. Making good about coupling (9) 15. Deity? Thanks, Easter deity rises â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a ruthless competition (3,3,3) 19. Fight, and punish â&#x20AC;&#x201C; severe disciplinarian (7) 21. Audience surpass 49, it is reported (5) 23. Brothel owner goes both ways (5) 25. Technicians hide expression of disgust (3)
Quick Clues
ACROSS 1. Lighters not dangerous (6,7) 8. Soon, shortly (4) 9. Very emotional (10) 10. Butcher of Auschwitz (8) 11. Lets, permits (6) 13. HNO3 (6,4) 16. Tub, basin (4) 17. Flaccid, not firm (4) 18. Proverbially a pleasant retreat (4,6) 20. Journalistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name on an article (6) 22. Panic merchant (8) 24. Dried, dehydrated (10) 26. Antelope (4) 27. Scotlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s festival of athletics (8,5) DOWN 1. Refinement, ability to feel emotion (11) 2. Small bird (5) 3. Hoofer, like Fred Astaire (3,6) 4. Regarding The Order of Oddfellows (7) 5. Frozen Siberian wilderness (5) 6. Safety device, on a vehicle (9) 7. Place, class (3) 12. Stupidity, no brains (11) 14. Fixing, putting back together (9) 15. Ruthless competition (slang) (3,3,3) 19. Member of militaristic Greek state (7) 21. Do better, surpass (5) 23. Polite term for a married woman (5) 25. Expression of disgust (3) Last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solution N366 R A R E E E O N I R O N M C M E H A T E S E H T E M P E H P D E V E N S R S P L A Y T I T R A D U L A N R N S P E E D
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LADIES WANTED, MUST BE 18+ Casual or permanent work available in busy adult parlour. 66816038 for details. EROTIC MASSAGE STAFF reliable and friendly for Gentlemen’s Relaxation Centre 18+. Tweed. Grace 0418185791 CARER NEEDED 2–3 mornings. No exp needed, but useful, to help quad guy with morning routine. 2.5–3hrs, local. Brunswick Heads. Phone 0428363225
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ARE LOOKING FOR RIDERS
If you enjoy providing exceptional customer service, and have an eye for safety, then this is the most fun you’ll ever have keeping fit! Contact via email
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Our team is growing! We are on the lookout for a FLOOR SUPERVISOR and FLOOR STAFF to join our team as we prepare for summer! We are looking for true hospitality professionals, with a fun and positive attitude to join our team for immediate start. Please email your CV to admin@loftbyronbay.com. Full job descriptions available on Seek.com.au.
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CARAVANS We buy, sell & consign. All makes & models. 0408 758 688
BUSINESS FOR SALE OUR PROFITABLE BUSINESS on several rural acres, complete with approved house DA will be available for sale in 2021. We are located just a 35 min drive from Byron Bay and close to the Pacific Hwy yet rural with creek frontage. Operating in the food services and retail sectors and with a great team in place, this business has huge opportunities for growth and expansion. If you are seeking a change in lifestyle in this beautiful area or are keen to move to this area, then this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for. Please email: noelthompson4@bigpond.com
SPA MANAGER AND THERAPISTS Eléme Day Spa, Byron Bay’s newest day spa, has the following full-time positions available: • Spa Manager • Spa therapists Eléme Spa’s stellar menu is designed to flex, so our therapists can personalise each treatment to best suit our guests… body, skin, mood on the day of visit. Say goodbye to the world of fussy and fluffy and think fresh and fabulous. Work in an elegant, purpose-built spa venue in a pristine environment and help grow and establish a great new brand! Please only apply if available for FULL-TIME work. Must be available to work days, nights, weekends and public holidays.
Visit our website crystalbrookcollection.com/careers for further information. Apply with a CV and cover letter to People and Culture at Byron.hr@crystalbrookcollection.com
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RESORT STAFF – F&B, KITCHEN AND HOUSEKEEPING Byron at Byron, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort has the following full-time positions available in our restaurant: • Full-time F&B Attendants • Full-time and casual Kitchen Attendants and Cooks • Commis Chef, Demi Chef and Chef De Partie • Full-time Housekeeping Supervisor (multiple roles) • Full-time Housekeepers Our mission is to create remarkable guest experiences – go full holiday mode without the guilt! We’re looking for great, truly outstanding Collaborators (that’s Crystalbrook for staff) to join the team. If you’re a no-nonsense go-getter who’s proactive, positive, passionate about people and you believe in solutions, not problems, then you’re our kind of Collaborator and we want to hear from you. Please only apply if available for FULL-TIME work. Must be available to work days, nights, weekends and public holidays.
Visit our website crystalbrookcollection.com/careers for further information. Apply with a CV and cover letter to People and Culture at Byron.hr@crystalbrookcollection.com
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8.37pm 4.00pm Astronomical data 8.01am and tides 6.16am Moon High tide, Low tide, set height (m) height (m) 723 1055 1.77; 2259 1.15 0350 0.23; 1723 0.34 824 1135 1.76; 2344 1.15 0432 0.26; 1805 0.34 1216 1.72 926 0517 0.30; 1849 0.34 1028 0034 1.15; 1300 1.67 0608 0.36; 1936 0.34 1130 0131 1.17; 1347 1.59 0704 0.44; 2025 0.34 1232 0236 1.21; 1440 1.50 0812 0.51; 2117 0.33 1334 0347 1.29; 1539 1.40 0930 0.56; 2212 0.31 1439 0459 1.40; 1645 1.31 1052 0.56; 2306 0.28 1545 0604 1.53; 1754 1.25 1214 0.52 1653 0703 1.67; 1900 1.21 0000 0.25; 1325 0.44 1800 0758 1.78; 2000 1.20 0052 0.21; 1426 0.36 1904 0848 1.85; 2052 1.20 0142 0.18; 1517 0.30 2001 0935 1.89; 2141 1.20 0230 0.17; 1605 0.26 2052 1020 1.88; 2225 1.20 0315 0.17; 1648 0.26 2136 1101 1.84; 2308 1.20 0400 0.21; 1730 0.28 2214 1141 1.76; 2349 1.18 0442 0.27; 1808 0.32 2247 1216 1.66 0523 0.35; 1845 0.37 2318 0031 1.17; 1250 1.55 0605 0.44; 1920 0.40 2347 0116 1.16; 1326 1.44 0652 0.55; 1959 0.44 0211 1.17; 1405 1.32 0747 0.64; 2042 0.46 017 0316 1.19; 1454 1.21 0856 0.72; 2130 0.47 047 0427 1.25; 1557 1.13 1022 0.75; 2225 0.47 119 0530 1.33; 1708 1.08 1150 0.71; 2319 0.45 155 0624 1.43; 1815 1.07 1258 0.64 235 0712 1.53; 1910 1.09 0009 0.42; 1348 0.56 321 0755 1.62; 1958 1.13 0055 0.37; 1430 0.49 413 0837 1.70; 2041 1.17 0137 0.31; 1508 0.42 510 0918 1.77; 2122 1.21 0217 0.26; 1545 0.36 612 0959 1.82; 2203 1.25 0259 0.22; 1622 0.31 715 1038 1.84; 2246 1.29 0340 0.19; 1700 0.28 819 1117 1.83; 2330 1.32 0424 0.20; 1738 0.27
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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Byron Dog Rescue (CAWI) 15-monthold Kelpie x Border Collie x Cattle Dog Leroy is looking for his female forever companion. Leroy is an elegant dancer and a gorgeous goofball. He is an extremely soulful boy who can sooth you with his loving. He is fantastic with children, women and is great with other dogs (just not around his food bowl). Leroy needs lots of exercise, attention, mental stimulation and socialisation. For more info please phone Shell on 0458 461 935.
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Here’s a lovely success story to start the new year. April was an extremely shy girl way back in 2012, when this photo was taken at the Shelter. She found a wonderful forever home and went to Tasmania where she lives a blissful life. April embodies the spirit of adoption. From a restricted, limited life to one of companionship, fulfilment and happiness. 2021 is upon us, and we wish you well and look forward to many more happy adoptions during the coming year. All cats are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped.
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MDNC services that are running include: Community support/emergency relief: Food parcels, meals, assistance with electricity and Telstra bills. Listening Space: free counselling. Staying Home, Leaving Violence program. Integrated Domestic & Family Violence program. Financial Counselling: outreach available Thursdays & Fridays Financial Counselling: free service funded by the government, offering advocacy & assistance to find options to address debts. Information, referral and advocacy. To enquire about accessing any of these services call 6684 1286 or fill out an online enquiry form.
Byron Community Centre Homeless Breakfast: 7:30–9am Wednesday. Homeless Showers: Monday and Wednesday 10am–12pm (book in at breakfasts). Women’s Support and Counselling: Friday 1–3pm, Community Cabin Carlyle St. Free Phone Counselling: Call 0415 322 064 10am–2pm. Seniors Computer Club: Friday 9am–11am, Community Cabin Carlyle St. Seniors drumming, yoga, ukulele, art and drama: 66856807 for booking and time details. Volunteer Hub referral service: Call 66856807. Byron Community Pantry: free food box delivery to locals who are financially or physically unable to shop. Call/text your order to 0482 787 552. For more info call 66856807 or visit www.byroncentre.com.au
Respite Service 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.
Alateen meeting 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
ACA 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.
Drug support groups Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the Shire – www.aa.org.au. Are you 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 call1300 652 820 or text your postcode to 0488 811 247. www. na.org.au. Are you concerned about somebody else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting held Fridays 2pm. Uniting Church Bangalow – 1300 252 666 www.al-anon.org.au.
Support after suicide 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.
Breast cancer support The Breast Cancer Support Group Byron Bay gets together every third Wednesday of the month from 12 till 2pm at Byron Uniting Church in Carlyle Street, entering Carlyle Street from Jonson Street opposite Woolworths.. More info on Facebook: Breast Cancer Support Group Byron Bay, or call 0431 207 453.
Feel Good Friday A free weekly group for women to access support and relax. Feel Good Fridays happen every Friday from 1 till 3pm at the Byron Community Cabin on Carlyle Street (behind the tennis courts in the recreational grounds). Just drop-in, no bookings or commitment necessary. For any further information and any questions just let me know by calling the Byron Community Centre on 6685 6807.
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If you are not from these parts – welcome! And please respect the place. As locals, we love it here, and want to keep our beaches and parks free of rubbish. Here’s to a less infectious and more aware, respectful 2021. Q Q Q Q
Looking closely at COVID-19 reporting, it is clear that the ABC/Murdoch/Nine mainstream media (MSM) fixated on Victoria (Labor led), yet have been soft on NSW (Coalition led). Premier Gladys is also yet to clarify the lie she told slack jawed MSM stenographers: that children are not virus carriers. Q Q Q Q
A Tesla Model Y police vehicle made its world debut in New York this week. And Apple is reported to be releasing an EV in 2024. An ambitious federal and state government plan to roll out EVs for its public sector fleet is also imminent, right? We wouldn’t want to be lumbered with stranded assets…
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Italian investigative journalist Stefania Maurizi has spent the past five years trying to secure documents about the Julian Assange case. She told The Guardian she applied for freedom of information (FOI) in Sweden, Australia, the US and UK, and says Australia is by far the worst of the four jurisdictions when it comes to accessing documents.
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‘In these difficult times, it’s important to remember we’re all in this together. You, me, and my gold piano’. spend our taxes to complete the Pacific Highway upgrade to dual-carriageway. It’s worth remembering that the Liberal, National and Labor parties are incapable of offering decent local public transport. They have squandered away the existing railway, which opened in 1894, and was closed by Labor in 2005. Q Q Q Q
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ICYMI, the outgoing 45th US president has also issued pardons for the Joker, Riddler, Penguin, Hannibal Lecter and Freddy Krueger. Q Q Q Q
Tallowood residents in Mullum take note: there have been more car break ins and thefts recently, as has been the case in Sunrise, Byron.
Charlie Chaplin died on Christmas Day in 1977. He once said, ‘I remain just one thing, and one thing only, and that is a clown. It places me on a far higher plane than any politician’.
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The Echo welcomes recently retired local magistrate and law reform activist David Heilpern as a new regular monthly columnist. He’s one columnist who will fill the big shoes of the dearly departed Mungo. See page 6.
CNN reported that ‘A digitallycreated deepfake Queen Elizabeth II danced across the UK’s Channel 4 on Christmas as a warning against the proliferation of misinformation’. A warning? Deepfakes have been around since 2017 and now there’s apps for it.
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case with SBS last week, out of court. Which means unfortunately, the public will never get to hear from character witnesses. Phillip Adams tweeted he would have liked to be one. He wrote, ‘Bigoted? A bully? A misogynist? Alan should sue for flattery’.
Former Acting Immigration Minister, Alan Tudge, was labelled by a judge recently as engaging in ‘conduct which can only be described as criminal’. Tudge was found to have unlawfully deprived an asylum seeker of his liberty, leaving him in detention for five days because he thought the tribunal that ordered his release got the law wrong. As there is no accountability, and mates are rewarded in Scrotes guvmint, Tudge has now become Minister for Education and Youth.
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