The Byron Shire Echo – Issue 37.04 – July 6, 2022 by Echo Publications

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Developer fees and charges cut

Girl surf rules

Paul Bibby

It might be cold, but that didn’t stop women and girls competing in the first Challenge Her Team’s Classic, held in Lennox Head on Sunday. According to Her Wave Program Manager, Claire Ellem, ‘It is an inclusive team format that encourages everyone to have a go and takes the pressure off individual performance and focuses on fun, participation, team camaraderie’. Pictured are the Mermaids team: Coco Gallagher, Cinta Hamilton, Max Pentacost, Pauline Menzcer, Danah Besson, Miliani Tighe and Roisin Carolan. Photo Jeff Dawson

‘Soft stabilisation’ works for Byron beaches Paul Bibby Byron Council will undertake a major dune recovery operation at Main and Clarke’s Beach, after securing much-needed government funding for the project. This part of the Shire’s famous coastline has experienced significant erosion and recession over the past two years. Particularly devastating were the storms and historically high tides that occurred in December 2020, which removed the entire front face of the dune system, along

with large volumes of sand, and the majority of dune vegetation. Nine of the 14 access paths had to be closed owing to safety issues. Last month, Council was advised that its application to the State Government’s Coastal and Estuary Grants Program was successful, subject to Council meeting the balance of funds for the project, and agreeing to the funding terms.

Sand dune ecosystems The project aims to restore the sand dune ecosystems of Main and Clarkes Beach, using various

methods, including ‘soft stabilisation’ techniques. It is hoped this will rehabilitate and restore the dune system to its pre-storm form and function, increase sand volumes stored within the dune to re-establish the coast’s natural defence mechanism, and improve the public’s beach safety, access and amenity. ‘The project will involve beach scraping and dune reprofiling, which involves moving small to medium quantities of sand harvested from the swash zone and lower part of ▶ Continued on page 4

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Council fees for construction and development in Byron were the equivalent of paying $160 for a coffee, making it ‘entirely unviable’ to invest here, industry representatives told the Council last week. And it appears councillors heeded the claims, voting to significantly reduce a number of construction levies to bring the Shire’s fees schedule more closely into alignment with other surrounding Council areas. Adopting a recommendation from Council staff, all councillors voted to significantly reduce the amount developers are charged when they need to temporarily use areas of Council land such as footpaths and road reserves during construction. Currently, Council charges $10 per square metre per day for footpath closure. This is approximately 30 times more than is charged by Gold Coast City Council, and roughly eight times more than is charged in the Ballina, Lismore and Tweed local government areas, on average. Under the new fees schedule adopted last week as part of the 2022/2023 Delivery Program and Operational Plan, Council will charge $1 per square metre per day for low impact use of Council land and $3 where footpath verge closure is required. Councillors voted unanimously in favour of the changes and did not question whether the fees and charges had provided a disincentive for overdevelopment in the Shire.

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It is unclear how significantly the changes will impact Council’s budget bottom line, which has already been affected by the recent floods and COVID-19. Mayor Michael Lyon said Council had been looking at the fees and charges issue for some time, and that the changes had been proposed in response to more than 50 public submissions during the exhibition period. ‘It still places us as the most expensive Council in Australia, but we’re a lot closer to the pack, which seems reasonable,’ Cr Lyon said. Speaking during the public access section of the meeting, Hannah Hopkinson from property developer MPGroup, said that if Council were to treat another industry the way it had treated builders and developers there would be ‘a very vocal backlash’. ‘It would be like charging $166.50 for a coffee,’ she said. ‘The new schedule of fees we can live with. For a 40-by-five metre area of land, this works out to be $420 compared to $2,667. This equates to $7.11 for a cup of coffee, which is still expensive but it’s manageable.’ Dominic Biancardi, representing developer, Podia, said Council policies should encourage investment and better urban design rather than discouraging them.

‘Unviable to invest’ ‘Add this to Council’s levies during construction and it’s entirely unviable to invest at any ▶ Continued on page 3

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Local News BayFM shares the air, July 8 On Friday July 8, over 20 BayFM presenters will head to the Bangalow Bowlo to ‘Share the Air’ with locals and listeners with a two-hour live broadcast from 4pm to 6pm. Ange Kent, President BayFM Community Radio, says, ‘Listeners can tune into 99.9FM or stream via bayfm. org and hear short interviews, and track selections with many of the diverse and varied show presenters who contribute weekly to make BayFM the community radio station it is today’. Meanwhile Ms Kent says a crew of BayFM DJs will host the ‘Studio Funkraiser’ on Saturday July 9 at Trawlers Bar and Kitchen in Brunswick Heads, from 3pm to 8pm. ‘The DJ lineup has a lot of depth and talent, featuring Eric Downer, Pob, Lippo, Si Clone and Gez. The goal of the event is to raise money to replace BayFM’s studio equipment.

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DJ and Delta with some of the Weaving for Reconciliation exhibits. Photo Jeff Dawson With NAIDOC week upon us, a good way to celebrate might be to see the Weaving for Reconciliation exhibition at the Byron Library. The exhibition was arranged following a request from local Arakwal Bumberbin

Developer fees and charges cut ▶ Continued from page 1 level in the Byron Shire,’ Mr Biancardi said. ‘We aren’t asking for any favours, we’re just asking for Council to adjust its fees to be in line with other Councils.’ The schedule of fees and charges also includes reducing the cost of closing a local road to $13 per square metre per day. The cost of erecting hoarding, scaffolding or other temporary structures has also been reduced, something that will benefit

not only developers but also event organisers. Councillors also made a series of changes that will affected those who are not in the business of development.

Parking fees rise This includes deciding to increase the cost of paid parking from $4 to $5 per hour, and increasing the number of free tip drop offs from one to two for the 2022/23 financial year. Q Editorial, page 12

Bundjalung woman, Delta Kay, to create an offering to the reconciliation process through a display of woven pieces. The pieces aim to highlight the fibres found in our local environment. A number of local weavers

collaborated on the project, and the exhibit looks beautiful in the library space. There is also plant info and harvesting details in the exhibit. The library is located at the corner of Lawson and Middleton Streets.

OS Art Expo entries open Entries are open for the 2022 Ocean Shores Art Expo, with $15,000 in prize money on offer. Submissions close September 30, and the exhibition will be held at the Ocean Shores Country Club over the weekend of November 5 and 6, 2022. Organisers say the theme for this year’s Expo is ‘Looking Back, Moving Forward’. ‘“Looking Back” references the wonderful work and passing of our local historian Frank Mills with his

incredible collection of stories, images and documents’. ‘“Moving Forward” references the spirit and resilience of our community moving forward after covid and the recent floods.

Seven categories ‘There are seven categories: watercolour and gouache; printmaking, drawing and pastels; oil and acrylic; mixed media, sculpture/3D art; photography; and digital art’. For more info visit www.osartexpo.com.

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ƷſşŕȜƆ lëĶŕ ëŕĎ !ōëſŊĕƆ ćĕëĈĲ ƱşſŊƆ īĕƐ ĪƖŕĎĶŕī ▶ Continued from page 1 the beach to the back of the beach to reinstate the incipient dune,’ Council’s Biodiversity and Sustainability Coordinator, Chloe Dowsett, said in her report on the project to Council’s Coastal and ICOLL Advisory Committee. ‘Council has undertaken beach scraping programs at New Brighton Beach on three occasions. Scraping works have been deemed a success, with the 2017 sand volumes still in situ and almost completely covered in vegetation.’ Ms Dowsett has also recommended that the dune system running the length of Clarkes and Main Beach between the Beach

Byron Bay restaurant and the Surf Life Saving Club is fully fenced to discourage pedestrian access.

ĕưĕīĕƐëƐĶşŕ żōëŕƆ A Dune Revegetation Plan will be prepared with the objectives of stabilising the dune against wind erosion, controlling pedestrian access, retaining natural sand volumes, and providing habitat for flora and fauna. Once fully fenced, the dune restoration area will be revegetated through an intensive program of planting and seeding, using cuttings of native mid-dune and frontal dune species such as goats foot, pigface, spinifex and beach bean.

m É īſşƖŕĎƱëƐĕſ ƆƐſëƐĕīƷ ōëƖŕĈĲĕĎ A draft NSW Groundwater Strategy has been released by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment (DPE), with the government decribing it as ‘the State’s first ever long-term roadmap for the sustainable management of its vast and precious groundwater resources’. Kaia Hodge, Executive Director Water Strategy, said some groundwater sources are ‘becoming more vulnerable, especially as water from rivers becomes scarcer as our climate changes’. ‘I urge all members of the community and stakeholders to have their say to help us finalise the strategy.’ The strategy is on exhibition at https://bit.ly/3yHnjGt.

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Laurie Mills is a champion orchid grower, and member of Byron District Orchid Society. Recently, President Julia Bamberry visited his orchid houses to take photos for his presentation called, ‘How I Grow’. She says, ‘This will give the public a chance to learn about these fascinating plants, and to prepare for our show on September 9 and 10’. The ‘How I Grow’ meeting will be at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club, this Sunday, from 2pm. All are welcome to attend. Photo Jeff ‘Nothing But Flowers’ Dawson

şƆƐȒǖşşĎ ćĶǀ ƆƖſưĕƷ ĲĶīĲōĶīĲƐƆ ƐĲĕ ĎëŔëīĕ Paul Bibby A majority of local businesses will change the nature of their operations in response to the February/March floods, a survey has found. The survey, conducted in April and May, attracted 62 responses across a range of industries including accommodation and food, manufacturing, recreation and retail. Taken as a whole, the survey painted a grim picture of post-flood life for business in the Shire. More than 70 per cent of respondents said they had

suffered direct damage, with around one third indicating that the cost of repairs would be more than $20,000. Eighteen per cent of respondents said they were considering permanently closing their business, with 15 per cent giving serious thought to relocating.

ĶưşƐĶŕī ćƖƆĶŕĕƆƆ On a more positive note, 80 per cent of respondents to the survey said that, rather than considering closure, they were planning to adapt to the situation by pivoting their business. Moving to more online

sales was the most common move for those surveyed, but there were a range of other options being considered. This included offering a mobile service, finding a new location, having fewer market stalls, and generally scaling back operations. In terms of immediate needs, finding new or renovated premises, replacing stock and supporting mental health and wellbeing were the top responses among the surveyed businesses. A large majority indicated that accessing government assistance and grants would be the most useful support

they could receive. ‘We are not surprised by these findings but they are important because they help Council build a case for Australian and NSW Government assistance for our businesses,’ Lisa Richards, Business and Visitor Economy Officer, said. ‘Immediately after the first flood staff walked the streets and visited more than 100 businesses that had been hardest hit and the information we received in the survey backed up what business owners and employees told staff immediately after the event.’

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Following their annual ocean swim event this year, the Byron Bay Winter Whales were able to distribute $34,500 to 18 selected local charities and worthwhile organisations. Whales Secretary/ Treasurer, Phil Boyd, told The Echo, ‘This took it to a total of $1,015,000 given out since the first swim in 1988’. ‘There was much celebration among the 30-odd members upon reaching this milestone, especially since the previous two years’ swims had to be called off owing to entrants inability to attend, and lack of space at Main Beach’. He said, ‘The 18 recipients ranged from the Bay’s Surf Lifesaving Club, through to the Herb Nursery, Rescue Groups on land sea and air, and Women’s and Men’s

Byron Bay Winter Whales hand over fundraised money to charities. Photo supplied Cancer support groups’. ‘The Surf Club provides the means to hold the events, while our Swimming Club has been invaluable each year. They deserve special mention for helping with the entrant’s checking in, and timing anklet collection, as

well as folk providing finish line assistance and first-aid. ‘It is good to see the Bay’s community groups rally to assist with the running of the swims, and the sponsorship support from various businesses that provide the financial means

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Red Ginger celebrates 20 years

Management of Byron’s fragile coastline impeded by NSW government: report Paul Bibby

Red Ginger Asian Food and Homewares store owner, Leslie Ford. Photo Jeff Dawson Twenty years on, and still with the same owner, the Red Ginger Asian Food and Homewares stores is a much loved part of the Byron Bay and Bangalow communities. And this week, 20 years ago, Red Ginger started in a tiny shop near the current location in Jonson Street, Byron Bay, and quickly grew into the multi-facetted Asian emporium that it is today. The Bangalow store opened in 2009. Owner Leslie Ford said, ‘Red Ginger has

always aimed to serve the community with authentic Asian food and homewares in beautiful stores that reflect a genuine Asian aesthetic. ‘Hot steaming dumplings and free green teas are a regular for the locals and an afterschool treat for local school children and the wide range of Asian groceries from the daily necessities to the hard-to-find ingredients for the adventurous cook, reflect the changing tastes and needs of the local community’.

Insufficient funding and guidance from the State government is inhibiting Byron Council’s attempt to effectively manage its famous but fragile coastline, a Council report has revealed. The report, which came before the Coastal and ICOLL Advisory Committee last week, was an update on the Council’s preparation of Coastal Management Programs (CMPs). Statutorily required and partially funded by the State government, these programs set out the long-term plan to balance the environmental, cultural and economic needs of the coastal zone and adapt to emerging issues such as population growth and climate change. ‘For a small coastal council we have a large coastline with high coastal risks to manage,’ the authors of the report said. ‘A CMP is necessary to effectively assess and prioritise risks and manage current and emerging issues… and to allow access to the

Coast and Estuary grant funding for implementation of key actions.’ However, the authors of the staff report said that the attempt to do this had been cruelled by a lack of support from the State government itself, in particular the Department of Planning and Environment (DPE). Staff said there was a need for more guidance, including information on how to include broader catchment issues and effectively integrate ‘catchment, coast and marine policy and governance’. There was also insufficient ongoing funding for coastal management, and for proper engagement and collaboration with the traditional custodians of the land, the Arakwal People of the Bundjalung Nation. There was also a lack of understanding among different government agencies of their role in the process, something that was exacerbated by insufficient staff resources being allocated to the task. As a consequence of these and other issues, Council

has only progressed through one stage of the five-stage process involved in preparing the Coastal Management Programs. And it appears they are not alone. ‘Byron Shire Council is one of 52 councils preparing CMPs for their coastal zones,’ the authors of the report stated. ‘In total, there are 50-plus CMPs currently being prepared across the NSW coastline with only three certified to date.’ This, they said, was part of a longer-term challenge faced by the Council in its attempts to effectively care for the Shire’s coastline. ‘Despite Council’s coastal hazard management planning approach, no long-term coastal management plan has been approved or certified by the minister, notwithstanding several attempts for the Shire including four attempts to be implemented by Council for the Byron Bay Embayment following the NSW government’s designation of Belongil Beach as a coastal erosion hotspot.’

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Vale family man and teacher, Tim Black Paula Lewis

Longtime Byron resident, Anna Middleton, was found at the antiquarian book corner of last weekend’s Friends Of The Library Book Fair. The Fair raised money for the Mullumbimby, Brunswick and Byron Shire libraries. Photo Jeff ‘Book Ends’ Dawson

Byron’s growth rate steady, according to Census data The Census 2021, released last week, shows that the Shire’s population growth has been moderate over the past seven years, and also in line with many other regions across NSW. In 2015, Census claimed the Byron Shire population was 32,803; in 2016 it grew to 33,339, and in 2017 grew to 34,011. By 2018 it was 34,545 and then hit 35,075 by 2019. In 2020, Byron’s population

was estimated at 35,773. The moderate increases over those years (around 500 new residents per year) was pushed up to 698 for 2020. According to the recent NSW Budget 2020–23, the 2020–21 growth rate for the entire North Coast was 1.1 per cent. By comparison, the Riverina Murray growth rate was at 0.6 per cent, the South East and Tablelands at 1.2 per cent and the

Illawarra-Shoalhaven at 1.1 per cent. The Hunter region was estimated to be at 1.4 per cent growth for 2020–21. One of the Census findings for the nation, as described by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, include the ‘proportion of Australian residents that are born overseas (first generation) or have a parent born overseas (second generation) [has] moved above 50 per cent (51.5 per cent)’.

Tragedy has struck a beautiful family in our Byron region. Our dear friend Michelle has very suddenly and unexpectedly lost her husband and lifetime partner Tim, leaving behind four devastated children Lilliana (six), Luka (nine), Callem (12) and Jordan (13). The cause of Tim’s sudden death is still unknown, and has left the family bewildered and shocked. Tim was only 47 years old, and lived a full and healthy life, having grown up in the Byron area. He was a beautiful loving dad and family man who simply adored his four children. He was a man of true integrity and honour, and has always been greatly respected by the community. Tim shared his special ability to connect with children in his work as a primary school teacher, and has become a very passionate mentor for many young children including his own. Michelle Black, Tim’s beloved wife, said, ‘Tim was the most loving, kind and strong husband and father.

Michelle and Tim Black. Photo supplied He has gone much sooner than he should, leaving his future plans for our home and life unfinished. Our family has been blessed to have him in our lives. We love you so very much’. A strong family, friends and community-led effort to support Michelle and her children has been activated. In addition to the stress and pain that come with losing a loved one, Michelle is facing her toughest days with a daunting task – attempting to create a habitable home within their unfinished shed project on their family land in Coorabell. With no income, no

husband, while also caring for and supporting their four children through their hardest days ahead. A GoFundMe page has been established to assist with a variety of urgent needs, plus a community-led roster to offer any urgent building assistance. All hands and hearts are greatly appreciated. Please contact Paula Lewis if you are able to assist in any way: Paula7thomas@icloud.com, or phone 0407 312 338. Q The GoFundMe link is www.gofundme.com/f/timblack-a-beloved-husbandand-father.

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Robert (Bob) Graham, accepts his National Medal second clasp, which recognises his 45 years of dedicated service, with Assistant Commissioner, Matthew Smith, and Ballina Mayor, Sharon Cadwallader. Bob joined the Main Arm Fire Brigade in 1977, and is currently Deputy and Group Captain. Photo supplied and through some of the worst disasters we have seen’. ‘The 2020 fires were like nothing northern NSW had ever seen before.’

Need for resources Ballina MP Tamara Smith said, ‘You risked your lives in the Black Summer bushfires,

Disability plan aims to improve beach access Paul Bibby Going to the beach is one of the most basic aspects of local life. Yet many of the Shire’s beaches are not accessible for people with significant mobility challenges, and never have been. Addressing this is part of a new plan by Byron Council, which aims to address some of the many daily inequalities experienced by local people with a disability. The Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP), passed

at last week’s Byron Council meeting, contains a range of measures covering accessibility, employment and community attitudes. Key among the measures included is improving beach access for a range of mobility needs, including building ocean viewing areas and platforms. ‘I couldn’t participate in recreation, exercise, social events with friends,’ said one local, who participated in the community feedback process for the plan.

‘This has been very isolating at times, and negatively impacted my mental health’. ‘It also contributes to negative impacts at the social level – decreasing opportunities for social connectivity and resilience, which are both so valuable.’ Council has also promised to build appropriate kerb ramps across the Shire, to create more accessible parking and to increase the availability of accessible transport options. It has also pledged to

work alongside the business community to improve access, especially for essential services such as medical practices and banks, but also to increase tourism options. But creating equality for those experiencing disability goes well beyond the issues surrounding access. Another key challenge is the difficulty of obtaining meaningful and reasonably paid employment. Q To read the full plan visit the Byron Council website.

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Recognising the commitment, risk and efforts put in by local volunteers during the unprecedented 2019–20 Black Summer bushfires, 164 local Rural Fire Service (RFS) volunteers from the Far North Coast District were recently recognised. ‘These awards recognise members who go above and beyond what is expected in active service,’ said Superintendent David Cook, Far North Coast District Manager. Ceremonies took place at Ballina RSL and Twin Towns, with awards presented by Assistant Commissioner, Matthew Smith, who told the gathering that it recognised, ‘the commitment you have shown over the past decades

and more recently in the floods, and I am calling for more resources, equipment and technology so that you have all the support you need to do your jobs.’ Recognising the support members’ families provide to ensure they can be active on the ground, Tweed MP Geoff Provest spoke about his own experiences of his son being an active member and of the RFS, as well as the important role the RFS play across a range of emergencies. ‘It came home during the recent floods, when I would see one of the local trucks [out of their own area] helping people, hosing out people’s houses. The RFS are very important to our local community, you go out and help the wider community.’

Jo Green Wilsons Creek Huonbrook Landcare has been successful with another grant, worth $183,000, to protect threatened species. The Border Ranges lined fern, also known as Goldilocks Fern, was presumed extinct, having disappeared from its last known location in Qld. A local botanist rediscovered it in the Tweed in 2015. Recent extensive surveys have identified two more sites with populations at Huonbrook near Coopers Creek. Sadly, some of these ferns were lost in the 2019 drought and the recent 2022 floods. ‘Not too hot, not too cold, not too wet or dry, just right!’ is the preferred environment, hence the nick-name, the Goldilocks fern. More formally known as Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum, Goldilocks likes to grow on rocks, specifically andesite boulders

The Border Ranges lined fern was thought to be extinct. Photo supplied in rainforest in southern Qld and northern NSW. The project aims to protect and recover the critically endangered fern in NSW and will deliver crucial on-ground actions to mitigate threats, support the last remaining subpopulations, and contribute to expanding the range of the species.

Secret locations The project will concentrate on weed control around the habitat in the surrounds of Nightcap, Mount Jerusalem, and further north into

the Tweed. Locations are kept secret to protect the threatened species from overzealous fern collectors. As part of the project, local botanists have been contracted to survey the sites and hopefully find new locations. Local bush regeneration contractors with expertise in working near threatened species will be employed to clear weeds such as Lantana. Specialist project partners (NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service,

the Australian Botanic Gardens Mt Annan) will be key to the success of the project. Goldilocks will be monitored and potentially propagated for expansion of the population. For a species once thought to have become extinct, and through the continuation of strengthened partnerships, this project will lead to positive, long-term recovery outcomes for Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum. Wilson Creek Huonbrook Landcare has a great history of threatened species projects and threatened ecological community subtropical rainforest recovery. Q For more information, contact Wilson Creek Huonbrook Landcare President, Barbara Stewart, on wilsonscreeklandcare@yahoo. com.au, or Project Manager, Jo Green, on jogreen909@ gmail.com.

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www.echo.net.au Cabarita Surf Club gets $500k funding boost Cabarita Beach Surf Life Saving Club has secured a $500,000 grant in the NSW Government’s 2021/22 Surf Club Facility Program.

ARTEXPRESS to visit Tweed Regional Gallery Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre is one of only two regional venues exhibiting ARTEXPRESS 2022.

Lismore Lantern Parade – Vale John Lush Once again the community of Lismore came together to celebrate with the Lantern Parade on June 25.

Farmers: flood rebuild vital for regional survival An increase in federal government funding to rebuild businesses in Lismore has been welcomed by the state’s peak farming body, but it remains concerned about vital job losses.

Trees Not Bombs gone but not forgotten On Friday evening the space that was home for the Trees Not Bombs recovery café stood empty of its tent, pots and pans, makeshift kitchen sink and cups of tea and cake, but the most noticeable absence was the smiles and support of the volunteers.

Tweed Council to sponsor community events With disasters like fires, floods and pandemics, still smouldering in our recent memory, Tweed Shire Council wants to know if you have an event that will help the Tweed community reconnect and celebrate after tough times?

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Eve Jeffery Love them or adore them, there is no denying that the Knitting Nannas Against Gas (KNAG) still make a lasting impression on those who dig up fossil fuels and contribute to an unstable climate. Nanna Clare says it’s been ten years since the not-sosweet little ladies started their ruthless needling of Metgasco, a junior gas drilling corporation that wanted to set up camp at Bentley, just outside of Lismore. The Knitting Nannas joined thousands of committed activists who set up their own camp next door to the proposed site at Bentley. With tensions rising, the NSW Liberal-Nationals government stepped in at the last minute to bail out Mesgasco, all at taxpayer expense. KNAG co-founder, Nanna Clare, says that a true nanna fact is that every Thursday, they knitted outside the office of then ‘State unrepresentative member for Lismore’, Thomas George (Nationals). This included Christmas Days, and lasted from the end of June 2012 to the Thursday of the 2017 flood. She says, ‘We moved from there to our old friend KHo’s (Kevin Hogan) office until the 2022 floods.’ Nanna Clare says, ‘At one

The Knitting Nannas celebrated their 10th Nannaversary in Lismore at the place where they met each week for many years. Photo Tree Faerie. stage, we had 40 plus Nanna loops across Australia and overseas’. ‘We have been yelled at, told to get a clucking job and/or to get our tits out, we have been driven at and hit by utes, and sworn at by “honourable” members of parliament.

Arrested nannas ‘Nannas have been arrested, charged and locked up. They have attached themselves to very big trucks, smaller trucks, gates and devices. ‘Fortunately, we have lost very few nannas to the big yarning circle in the sky, which goes to show little old ladies are tough as old boots.’

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Rebuild of flooded school campus in North Lismore unlikely At least one Northern Rivers-based school is likely to have a new permanent home thanks to extensive flood damage at its existing campus.

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To celebrate their tenth nannaversary, KNAG held a knit-in at the site of their old foe’s office, on the corner of Conway and Carrington Streets in Lismore on Sunday. Nannas from Grafton, Sydney, Bellingen and Kyogle

also came to sit, knit and eat nanna treats, and they were joined by some poppies and kiddies. Nanna Clare said talking to The Echo had taken the wind out of her. ‘Time for a nap,’ she said.

Flood-prone M’bah land swapped After five years in the making, the innovative land swap of flood-prone land for floodfree land in Murwillumbah is underway, with a second round of ‘expressions of interest’ about to open. The initial plan started following the 2017 ex-cyclone Debbie floods, and will see eligible business landowners swap their flood-prone land

with Council-owned, floodfree land, located in Lundberg Drive, South Murwillumbah. Council acquired the 14ha site and the funds to develop the new industrial estate after a $6.6m grant from the NSW government. So far, five businesses, including the Tweed Shire Council Depot, have confirmed they will be moving to the new site.

Koori Mail wins NAIDOC award Lismore media outlet and responder to the February and March floods, the Koori Mail, was honoured at the annual National NAIDOC Week Awards, held on Narrm Country in Melbourne on Saturday evening. In its citation, the National NAIDOC Committee said that the Koori Mail is the only fully Indigenous-owned and managed newspaper in Australia. On behalf of the Koori Mail, Naomi Moran was presented with the 2022 Innovation Award. About 20 staff and volunteers also took to the stage to celebrate the win. Opening her speech, Ms Moran said you’d have to be brave to give a black woman a microphone, ‘Because she’s got a lot to say’. ‘This award acknowledges the Koori Mail, but could not be possible without the amazing work of our board, who stand behind me, our staff who also stand behind me, and our volunteers who are also here tonight, behind me, and our communities you trust that 100 per cent black-owned organisation is absolutely capable of selfdetermining how to care for our people.’ Ms Moran added that the community-led flood response was doing the job of this country’s government. ‘We do it because, to us, our mob comes first’.

Investment NSW silent over John Barilaro’s plumb job Investment NSW, the government department that offered former NSW Deputy Premier, John Barilaro, a plum job in New York – on half a million dollars a year – has put out a brief statement requesting that Mr Barilaro’s ‘privacy be respected at this time’. Mr Barilaro is the former NSW Nationals leader, and quit politics at the height of the covid pandemic in late 2021. He was also embroiled in a defamation court case against journalist Jordan Shanks and Google. The Investment NSW job title, which Mr Barilaro helped establish before quitting politics, is called Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner Americas, and offers a salary similar to that of the Australian Prime Minister. A parliamentary inquiry is underway into its recruitment process, and its members will

Investment NSW CEO, Amy Brown. Photo supplied investigate how Mr Barilaro gained the position, and why another non-political applicant was asked to withdraw from applying. Mr Barilaro has since quit the position. In a statement by Secretary, Department of Enterprise, Investment and Trade, and CEO, Investment NSW, Amy Brown, she said ‘Investment NSW is assisting

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Here’s a tiny violin There are a few times when a tiny violin is required to be taken out of its small instrument case to sooth the sounds of the monied class. It’s needed to play as they whine about whatever it is that stops them from making even more money. Now is one of those times. At last week’s Council meeting, a parade of developer reps stood/Zoomed before our erstwhile councillors and moaned about the prohibitive cost to develop in Byron Shire. See page 1. It’s too expensive, they bleated, and the cost is waaaaay more than other councils when temporarily hiring footpaths and road reserves to build large commercial buildings. When the foot soldiers of wealthy developers finished their speeches, councillors said nothing. So, given the absence of councillor curiosity as to why that expense was imposed in the first place, let’s explore why. For years, the general consensus from residents was they didn’t want to entice large developments in Byron. We are different, we told ourselves, and we are not the Gold Coast. Almost all councillors would agree with the sentiment, of course. Yet, as anyone with a cursory interest in politics knows, once a politiican is elected, ambitions take hold, and they begin the sad exercise in selling one vision to the public, while actually voting for another. Deception and public persuasion is, after all, a core business activity of politics. The reason why costs were high to develop in Byron was to maintain pressure on developers and maintain the low key vibe to the town. Giving wealthy developers

free rein, for example, results in places like the Gold Coast. It’s always good time to ask ourselves if that’s what we want for the future of the Shire. Being different from the Gold Coast requires councillor knowledge of planning law and the courage to implement reform. Policy levers matter, and what councillors voted for last week was a weakening of a policy lever to favour large commercial developers. And Byron’s development activity doesn’t look to be suffering, despite whatever the developer’s foot soldiers complain about. Meanewhile, height limits in the town keep being pushed and pushed, thanks to a Council too scared to defend themselves in court or willing to strengthen planning policies. Wealthy property developers already have a massive advantage over individual community members who are affected by their DAs, for example. The laws and courts are in favour of development. If Byron wants to be different, it starts with councillors implementing clear policy around what the community expects. Otherwise, it’s a lot of empty rhetoric claiming to want one thing and then voting for another. Hans Lovejoy, editor

ere’s another reason for millennials to be marching on the street. We found out last week that on Census Day 2021, 15 per cent of the dwellings in the Byron Shire were unoccupied (2,348 places to be precise). That figure was 30 per cent in Byron Bay itself; three times the national average. The local revolution is nigh among the young, and let’s not hold our breath for a Northern Rivers squatting law. Although housing affordability has become a national issue, there are undoubtedly unique circumstances in our area that are not being adequately addressed. The community has been failed by State and local government representatives over the last decade, who were bystanders (and perhaps complicit) as house prices skyrocketed, as rents went up (by 24 per cent) while the region didn’t adequately increase affordable housing stock for those in need.

Airbnb bear no cost from new letting regulations The NSW government has started regulating Airbnb/holiday letting without requiring the data needed to fully understand our housing situation. It has gone through this process without adding any cost to Airbnb, holiday letters or even holiday makers to the process (meaning a whole new regulatory framework has gone through the State parliament without a single new dollar for our area). Aggregate and anonymised data from the large letting corporations would give us a better sense of which houses are being leased, for how long and how much, allowing the community to better plan for the future and even raise some income in the process. It is going to be close to impossible to measure any meaningful impact of the new 90 day restriction on letting rules. Will there be an increase in long-term accommodation, or simply more unoccupied houses? In San Francisco, where I have

‘The problem with the “granny ǕëƐƆș ƆĈĲĕŔĕ ĶƆ ƐĲëƐ ƐĲĕƷ ŕşƱ ŕĕĕĎ Ɛş ëĈĈşŔŔşĎëƐĕ ĪƖōō ŔĶōōĕŕŕĶëō ĪëŔĶōĶĕƆǼ ŕşƐ ŇƖƆƐ īſëŕŕƷȁȝ Damian Kassabgi lived, a house was not permitted to be listed on Airbnb without being licensed by the city, which included A$650 fee every two years. Without knowing the full extent of the Airbnb letting penetration in our area, let’s assume the 2,348 unoccupied households in the Shire were charged a similar fee for the privilege of holiday letting – such a scheme would raise $1.5 million in new revenue for the area (every two years!). But of course this revenue raising can’t occur at a local government level without NSW legislation. In relation to the accommodation needed – millennials and gen z’s (i.e. the workers in our cafes, restaurants, gardens and salons) aren’t asking for much. My partner, son (four) and I have been living in a 60m2 granny flat over the past two years. We built it back in 2014, without realising we’d need it in 2020 as COVID refugees coming home from some years working abroad. Even though it is a temporary situation for us, we have learned a lot about what permanent accommodation needs to look like for a small family. We speak about how our place may have been a permanent solution if planning rules had allowed it to be 30 or 40sqm larger. A 90sqm place would have allowed for a second bedroom, a full size kitchen – even some space for a home office and a surfboard or two! The problem with the ‘granny flats’ scheme is that they now need to accommodate full millennial families, not just granny. Harvard Professor and urban economist, Edward Glasear, has calculated that the world’s population could fit in a land area the size of Texas in townhouse style accommodation.

A good size terrace in Sydney’s Paddington, Newtown, Surry Hills or Glebe has a total internal space of somewhere between 90 and 120sqm. Terrace housing is clustered, meaning there is lower impact on the environment – less land use, with less building material and piping needed. Of course our region is not, and should never be a city, but the point is that high rises and overdevelopment do not need to be the answer to density and accommodation issues. With the right planning laws, we should be imaginative enough to use the abundant land around us, to permanently house families with a low impact on our environment with architecture that is sensitive to our landscape with long-term letting requirements. The good news from the census is that young people want to be part of our region, giving it energy and life. The census showed that we now have a larger Spanish speaking population per head than the rest of the nation, and with significant pockets of people from Brazil, Germany and Israel. New residents can bring ideas, new perspectives and texture such as surfers and alternative thinkers did decades ago. Only if there are opportunities for a wide range of people however, and not just those who can afford to buy here, can we prosper from our youth and these new waves of diversity. We now need the political will and nous to deliver for this new generation through good, permanent, affordable housing – lest we become the Malibu of the antipodes. Q Damian is a resident of Byron Bay and a former policy adviser to Prime Ministers Rudd and Gillard.

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Letters Where is the love? I have lived in Mullum and the surrounding hills for 35 years. Yesterday I drove to Upper Main Arm, to Kohinur, to visit a friend, and I have never seen a place so devastated as what I saw yesterday. Seeing my own house full of mud was traumatising, but yesterday I was saddened, stunned and confused as to how Main Arm has been left like this, I imagine Upper Main Arm is even worse... To Kohinur the causeways are open, but the sides are still coverd in smashed concrete and tree debris, little pieces of smashed everyday things, and small pieces of everything, including cars. Nobody could heal memories of driving past this every day. It extends into a lot of people’s properties. Their clean-up is overwhelming and they’re on their own. Meanwhile, outside my property in Mullumbimby, Byron Shire Council (BSC) is cleaning up the sides of the bitumen with a heap of machinery and roadbase for parking. I also noticed Myocum Road got new bitumen this week. Come on town! Where is the logic? Come on community groups, don’t go plant trees, don’t go clean up the beach, go clean up Main Arm! No offence intended to any of our amazing community or BSC for the effort they have put in since the big flood. C Sheffield Mullumbimby

Value of the intangible It’s hard to know what value to place on the environment – until it changes irrevocably. A place is defined by its aesthetic and in the case of Clifford Street, for instance, it is the black-green of the coastal cypress canopy that determines Suffolk Park as being separate to Byron, distinct from Broken Head, different to Lennox. Those trees are visual signifiers of this place and as a threatened species, everything possible should be done to protect them – they are the guardians of a fragile ecosystem. Everything is connected – we forget that. Only small patches of coastal Cypress pine forests still exist in the Northern Rivers and even small remnants are worthy of protection.

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Renee Engl and The Echo took a trip to Charleville and Currawinya! Twentyfive are earmarked for felling out of this plot – take them out and everything else in that loop is at greater risk of not making it to the other side. It is possible to develop land whilst holding the existing environment paramount, but it requires dedicated lateral thinking. Accommodating the trees might result in squeezing fewer buildings into a space, but the old Byron used to be about much more than money. Catherine Lane Ocean Shores

ƖǔşōŊ ëſŊ ƐĲſĕĕȒ storey DA I have lived in east Suffolk Park for 52 years, as you can imagine I have seen some remarkable changes. The most spectacular was Papa Bears Night Club on the corner of Bangalow Road and Clifford Street, complete with spinning disco ball. No supermarket or bakery in those days, not even in Byron Bay – we had to go to Ballina or Lismore. After many changes on the corner the building was taken over by Ron Barnes and Vince Farrell; they created the Suffolk Park Hotel. The Farrell family has made it what it is today. The next step was the shopping centre with a shared car park in between. On the opposite corner there were two empty blocks, already there were traffic problems, so a suggestion was made at a public meeting at the hotel that the Council buy these blocks so that the only opening to Suffolk Park could be expanded to give a better entrance/exit and space for the new bus service. James Barnes put up

several thousand dollars for an architectural transport study, which was completed and submitted to Council. So what happened? Nothing. It was our only opportunity to expand the entrance/ exit before the blocks were sold. There would have been enough room for a small roundabout plus a widening of the road from the south. Now we have a new development to give the people of Suffolk Park a bigger shopping centre complex, which will certainly attract more cars, but isn’t it about time we deserve a little more consideration? Unfortunately, the traffic problem will get worse, but the shopping centre will be wonderful for the area. As for the endangered species, there are very few gum trees on this site for koalas and as for the black cockatoos, they like banksia’s etc. I did not see any of these on this site, mainly Cyprus pines and tuckeroo. Our park has recently been upgraded, but the roads are particularly bad, we have very few storm water drains and little-to-no curb and guttering as this subdivision was set out in the 1940s. Some roads have not been touched since then. We are well overdue for attention in east Suffolk Park. Virginia Black Suffolk Park

ĕĈŊōĕƆƆ It is so distressing hearing of incident after incident of reckless drivers killing or hurting people and animals around the Shire. In built-up neighbourhoods like Tallowood and Pine Avenue it would make a lot of sense to reduce the speed limit to 30km like we

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ENOVA protection As a community owned enterprise, ENOVA needs protection by law. Consumer and green energy producers can make law claims; sue the government for not protecting their interest. There is no question that solar and wind are the cheapest way to produce clean energy and we have the local technology to store it. Byron Eco Park has the answer to become free of dirty power stations. We are happy to demonstrate proof of our concept. The government is regulating an energy set-up out of touch and behind the times, causing environmental disaster at our expense. Dieter Horstmann Tyagarah

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Letters DAMN! I lost it in public question time in Ballina Shire Council (BSC) last Thursday. But hey, there was surely provocation? Firstly, cash investments policy. Submissions: 53 in favour of retaining the 0.05 per cent advantage for non-fossil fuel investments (and three against) were dismissed by a ready willingness of most councillors to support planet-destroying emitters for the sake of a few dollars. The four in favour of retaining the advantage noted in vain that most residents, when asked, want Council to prioritise the climate change emergency. Secondly, refusal to help a volunteer Wardell Community organisation about to close owing to no money for the rent and food. The motion was for less than one per cent of a large flood recovery grant. BSC it seems has no empathy that homeless, possessionless, traumatised flood victims are helped by an on-going, stable, safe, local, community ‘home’. Such a small amount of money for a Council. Such a desperate need – refused. Thirdly, the Mayor, Sharon Cadwallader, heckled Cr Jeff

North Coast news online Johnson about his noting (accurately most of the time in my experience) that team Cadwallader votes as a block. She declared ‘the election is over so forget about it!’. I congratulate the only four true Independents I see there. They are Cr Eoin Johnston, Cr Jeff Johnson, and the two Greens: Cr Simon Chate and Cr Kiri Dicker, and no, these last aren’t toeing a party line. Fourthly, the mayor added her casting vote to the count rapidly without declaring it. In error as it turned out. The public need to know how a mayor uses that privileged vote because in Ballina now it isn’t being used in accord with Westminster democratic convention. Its use needs to be clearly identified after the councillors’ vote has been declared. Want to know what I said at the meeting? That six of the recently appointed eight Rous County Council (RCC) councillors – including the Ballina two – may have compromised our future water security and were ignorant of the Dept of Planning and Environment (DPE) requirements for a 20–40 year Future Water Plan. My Intended Question:

‘The DPE approved the RCC July 2021 Future Water Plan 2060 in March 2022. That plan identified cultural/ heritage and environment concerns as the two most important determinants. Dunoon Dam was omitted because it conflicted with those priorities. But also because all the specialist evidence presented confirmed that the dam was not necessary for water security. Ordered by the minister for water in response to a biased pro-dam petition, the CSIRO reports were submitted Feb 14th, 2022. Not only did the CSIRO support these priorities but advised against large infrastructure projects – read Dunoon Dam – for the Northern Rivers region as well. Will Ballina Council now advise RCC that this Council requests that RCC reinstates the July 2021 Future Water Plan 2060 and stops wasting thousands of dollars pursuing new data to justify a dead duck dam? It is hardly scientific to ignore sound research until palatable findings support a predetermined outcome, in this case, the dam.’ Dr Lyn Walker Lennox Head

Madness from fear As said by a councillor in the Byron Shire Council (BSC) debate, as possibly the worse decision this Council could make, it fell to a casting vote by the mayor to give approval to an underground car park in Brunswick Heads. The fact this decision, in all probability, will increase flooding levels in Veteran’s Lane was dismissed in fear of litigation by the applicant if the development application (DA) was refused. A rescission motion has been lodged to bring the DA back to Council in August. The developer is trying to exploit an alleged clerical error in the DCP by claiming it allows for excavated basement car parking in the B4 zone. His argument could be easily debunked by any competent reader. It certainly doesn’t need litigation to do so. The DA will allow the land fronted by Mullumbimbi, Tweed Street and Veteran’s Lane, an area measuring 1,011sqm to be excavated to a depth of 3m for 21 car parking spaces. Entry to this private car parking basement will be via the narrow twoway traffick Veteran’s Lane. The site has a very high water table with natural groundwater inflow of

1,900,000 litres/week equivalent to nearly two containers measuring 10m x 10m x 10m. This figure was assessed in 2021 in a relatively drier month of the year and before the drought was officially declared as over. The existing groundwater at the site will be displaced. Annexure to the DA acknowledges that post-construction the basement will act as a barrier and will alter the natural flow regime. The groundwater level can rise. The applicant has acknowledged a high connectivity between the water table and surface runoff. Such a connection leads to flooding as groundwater reaches surface levels in rainfall events. Veteran’s Lane is known to flood badly because of this. The developer’s response to the issue is to install a floodgate at the entry to the car park basement. However, there is no consideration about the resulting higher flooding levels on properties adjoining the laneway as a consequence of this development. The developer has stated that part of the surface water will be discharged into Council’s manholes on Tweed Street. These discharge points have yet to be sited requiring digging into the

integrity of the former Pacific Highway, built to a standard that Council could never afford, to accommodate the approval. The developer is encouraged to be clever to move the DA forward. This can be done by removing the basement car park, with its sophisticated floodgate and lift; avoid the foreseeable problems with traffic movements; keeping the rainwater tanks, using the current discharge system for surface water and pay parking contributions to Council. Patricia Warren Brunswick Heads

David Heilpern In regard to the Heilpern article, Echo 22 June: perhaps he should be the one to pull his head in, as he is giving criminal lawyers a bad name. Tim Harrington Lennox Head

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he world will be pushed to more weather extremes in coming decades, according to two studies that carry stark warnings of floods and droughts, respectively. The studies, both published in Nature Communications, find that billions of people are exposed to once-in-100-year floods, and many others will be exposed to ‘unprecedented’ droughts within the next 30 years, under global warming scenarios. The drought study examines the probability of severe drought in a variety of vulnerable places around the world.

Increase in drought for a quater of world’s land The researchers modelled river discharge around the world until the end of the 21st century, under both high and low greenhouse gasemissions scenarios. ‘Regarding precipitation and temperature, preceding studies report the timing at which the impact of climate change emerges,’ says co-author Tokuta Yokohata, Chief Senior Researcher at the Earth System Division in Japan’s National Institute for Environmental Studies. ‘However, no study had successfully estimated the timing, in terms of drought, focusing on river discharge at a global scale.’ The modelling showed that 25 per cent of the world’s land can expect an increase in drought frequency by 2050 in a low-emissions scenario. With high emissions, this rises to 28 per cent. www.echo.net.au

Top: February floods in Wardell. Photo Jodie Shelley Below: The local waterways were running dry during the 2019/20 drought. Photo Aslan Shand

Adaptation essential ‘The projected impacts of warming show significant regional disparities in their intensity and the pace of their growth over time,’ says co-author Yusuke Satoh, a Research Associate Professor at Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology, South Korea. Mediterranean regions, southern and central South America, and Australia are particularly vulnerable regions. ‘Appropriate and feasible climate mitigation and adaptation plans are essential for overcoming the expected extraordinarily severe dry conditions,’ says Satoh. ‘Particularly regarding adaptation, it is crucial to improve our preparedness in the given time horizon before unprecedented drought conditions emerge.’

DōşşĎ Ɛş ëǔĕĈƐ ƆĶīŕĶǕĈëŕƐ żëſƐ of the world’s poplulation This sentiment is reflected in the flood study which finds that right now, 1.81 billion people live in places that could experience depths of at least 15cm if a once-in-100year flood were to occur. This represents nearly a quarter of the world’s population.

Of this population, 780 million are living on less than $US5.50 ($A7.95) per day. Indeed, 89 per cent of flood-exposed people live in low and middle-income countries. South and East Asia had the highest populations exposed to flood risk – China and India make up a third of the 1.81 billion (395 million people in China, and 390 million in India). The researchers point out that climate change is likely to exacerbate this risk. ‘Estimates from 11 climate models converge to the conclusion that flood frequencies in Southeast Asia, East and Central Africa, and large parts of Latin America could increase substantially by 2100,’ they write in their paper. The researchers combined a flood exposure assessment of 188 countries with the World Bank’s Global Subnational Atlas of Poverty to complete their analysis. ‘Flooding is a risk with global prevalence, and systematic risk mitigation measures are crucial to prevent the loss of lives and livelihoods, and reversals of development progress,’ write the authors. Q Read more Science Goes Viral storoies on The Echo online at: www.echo. net.au/category/articles/ science-goes-viral.

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We wish to inform you that the Splendour in the Grass music festival will be held at North Byron Parklands, Wooyung on Thursday 21, Friday 22, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 of July 2022 with camping patrons arriving from 10am Wednesday 20 July and departing by 5pm Monday 25 July. The approved hours of operation are 9am to midnight on Thursday 21 July and from 9am to 2am on Friday 22, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 July 2022. Please note, music will commence from 11am. The main stages will cease operation at midnight. Audio testing will take place on Thursday 21 July during event hours.

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More than just a holiday – education creates opportunities Tracey Buss

he journey began on the descent into Nadi International Airport. The view from the port window promised a sublime experience to say the least! On arrival at The Shangrila Fijian, I was met by Mereoni, the Social Responsibility Coordinator at the resort. I was loaded with 30kgs of school supplies: exercise books, colouring-in books, pens, pencils, scissors, glue sticks and rulers. Some of the supplies were kindly donated by Helen and Janelle from the Mullumbimby Newspower Newsagency, the rest were supplies I had purchased and all being donated to the school as the items were in short supply. I was invited to attend a school visit to hand over the school supplies and eagerly agreed. I had visited The Shangrila several times over a 20-year period, but this year’s visits were with more purpose than to simply enjoy a relaxing holiday. The visits were to develop and build a solid friendship and relationship with Cuvu District School, Sigatoka, Fiji.

don’t I just buy them I met with Head These kids have some computers and Teacher/ Principal Pat on arrival at Cuvu District wonderful dreams. They are donate them to the school?’ So I contacted School. We spent time ćſĶīĲƐǽ ĲëżżƷǽ ĪſĶĕŕĎōƷ ëŕĎ Mereoni, she sourced chatting about the students, and the school’s a quote from a Suva ambitious. They actively operations. Then we żƖſƆƖĕ ƐĲĕĶſ ōĕëſŕĶŕī ƱĶƐĲ Computer Company and went on an unforgetemailed me the invoice. very little resources. table tour of the school; It was done – the school a co-educational school had computers delivof 200 students, ranging from They are well-dressed in their ered the week after I departed. I returned to Fiji in May Kindergarten to Year 8. uniforms, taking pride in I had the opportunity to being enrolled in Cuvu District and visited the school again to add to the Kindergarten School. Many of them walk meet some of the students, Building project; donating 40 and much to my delight, they a good distance to attend chairs, which were needed school, and it is indicative of were fascinated by my long, as a priority for Kindergarten their commitment. I decided pink fingernails and curious to Year Eight students and that I was going to help them about who I was. Little did some adult-sized chairs, all they know what I had in store achieve their goals. in bright colours of blue, red, The school is set on four for them! acres of rustic land, and is a green and yellow. The students freely chatted about themselves; how valuable centre of learning During another school visit they loved their teachers, within the village. The pride of I worked with the IT teacher their school, and dreams that the principal is the new Ron and we discussed appropriate software for the students they had for the future. It Jones Kindergarten Building. to align with the school sylbecame apparent to me that Ron Jones was an erudite labus. However, owing to the these kids were interested in member of ‘the Bilo Club’ at hot and humid climate, the going places. the Shangrila, of which I am school required air conditionOne female student a member as well, and he ing for the computer lab to expressed her dream of bequeathed a vast sum to maintain a temperature that becoming a Captain for Fiji erect the Kindergarten Building. It was my job to furnish it. would protect the longevAirways… and it got me Principal Pat thanked me ity of the new hardware. I thinking – these kids have for the school supplies, and I donated three air conditionwonderful dreams. They are asked him ‘What do you really ers for the computer lab and bright, happy, friendly and need?’. He was forthright, ‘We principal’s office. ambitious. The students They are friendly, very actively pursue their learning need computers’. That night, back at the polite, well-spoken students with very little resources, but who are eager to learn and are attentive and engaged. resort, I was thinking, ‘Why

whose parents also value education, seeing it as an integral part of providing a promising future for their children. Many of the students go on to work at the Shangrila in a variety of positions: administration, domestic and hospitality staff, and many of their parents currently work there.

Q Ms Buss has a background in education at a secondary and tertiary level and runs Zigaboo Enterprises. The company’s not-for-profit arm helps support Cuvu District School. You can contact Tracey Buss for more information on the program at: traceybuss700@gmail.com.

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ACTIVE FEST BYRON BAY Event: Active Fest Byron Date: Thursday 14 July 2022 Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm Location: Cavanbah Centre, 249 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, NSW. Ages: Suitable for 8-14 years Registration: https://ncas.org.au/ sport-programs/active-fest/

Active Fest is coming to the Cavanbah Centre Byron Bay these school holidays on Thursday 14 July 2022. Come along and join in a fun filled day. Active Fest is a FREE event for kids and families, to experience a range of different sports and activities, plus entertainment, giveaways, a sausage sizzle and more! Active Fest provides all children, regardless of where they live, background, or ability with the opportunity to participate in sport and active recreation. Participants will have a variety of fun activities to participate

in on the day delivered by a host of our national, state, and regional sporting bodies including Netball, Rugby League, Cricket, Basketball, Soccer, Skateboarding, Cycling, Baseball 5, and Tennis. The day will kick off with an Arakwal Welcome to Country and feature an exciting skydive demo during the lunch break. Active Fest Byron Bay is supported by Byron Shire Council in conjunction with Office of Sport, North Coast Academy of Sport, and local sport providers and is funded by the NSW Government’s

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Community Sport Rebuild and Recovery Package. Registered participants will have free access to the Blanches 640 service from Ballina via Lennox Head, Suffolk Park to Byron or the Brunswick Valley Coaches 645 service from Ocean Shores via Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby to Byron Bay. Kids aged 8–14 years can register via the North Coast Academy of Sport website at: https://ncas.org.au/sportprograms/active-fest/

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football Alley-Oop Skateboard Coaching will be running skateboarding workshops and demonstrations on the day. Our coaches will help progress your skills on a skateboard, starting with the fundamentals and eventually moving onto more advanced tricks. All abilities are welcome, whether you’ve skated before or never stepped on a board. There will be pop-up obstacles to skate and we have 5 complete skateboard setups to giveaway at the end of the session. Come skate with us! Register at: www.alleyoopskate.com and complete our waiver form before the event.

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Former professional footballer and A-League star Zenon Caravella will be conducting skills session for participants on the day that will help increase confidence, technical skills, game awareness and more. Caravella Football Academy also offers ongoing coaching programs designed to complement club and rep commitments at the Cavanbah Centre during NSW school terms. For further information visit their website at caravellafootballacademy.com.au

Tennis Tennis NSW will be present on the day to give participants an introduction to the sport. Tennis is a great sport for maintaining health, fitness, strength, agility and for making friends.

The NRL will be running a league stars session. Our introductory program is all play, no contact, appealing to the true nature of kids, in all their messy, high energy love of fun and play!

Netball Come along and join in the fun. Our sessions include drills to enhance the fundamental motor skills, including some fun, modified games. Netball is a sport for everyone

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Skydive Australia (Byron Bay) will be performing a demo jump with around 10 skydivers exiting an aircraft 15,000ft above Byron Bay and landing into the Cavanbah Centre sports fields. Skydive Byron offers a range of skydive options from tandems to solo skydive courses. If you are interested in “throwing yourself out of a plane” or would like to learn how to skydive solo, please contact us at skydive.com.au or call us on 1300 815 245.

Baseball

Baseball NSW will be conducting an interactive session for Baseball5. This new and innovative fast-paced, dynamic, and inclusive game can be played anywhere, anytime. All you need is a ball and some training equipment such as agility ladders, markers and throw down bases. The game engages participants of all ages with many exercises and training drills, covering hand-eye coordination, speed, and agility skills. www.echo.net.au

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was no such thing as renting a private house available for tourists. Also, I was under the impression that a ‘host’ was something more tangible than a computer entity; maybe I should coin the term ‘absentee host’ to clarify the situation. Said ads have now been followed by another shock: Bob Dylan on the soundtrack! I don’t recognise the song but its punchline is something about ‘shelter from the sun’ – I suppose there is another one in the pipeline for colder climates; everyone needs shelter, eh? But maybe Bob didn’t sell out. Maybe it’s a computer generated mockery. Maybe it’s a conspiracy to discredit my generation? I should explain to the youngsters that Bob Dylan was the undisputed musical genius of my generation; the guy hit the right popular note at just the right time. Some 40ish child journliiast wrote recently that Bob’s words ‘weren’t poetry’. Really? Most words to most songs sound like crap without the melody, but Bob’s contributions were, in the early days at least, brilliant; the words perfectly suited the melody and the renditio. Must admit though I’m stil having trouble with his suggestion that one could play a song on a tambourine. Ba Ba Blacksheep maybe? Fast Buck$ Coorabell

Dog beaches Last Saturday on Tallow Beach I met a tearful and distressed young woman. She was not local and was only in Byron for a short period to look after her friend’s dog, which she had

on a lead. She was distressed because several people had told her in a very aggressive manner that she shouldn’t have her dog on this part of the beach. She asked me where was the dog exercise area was and I pointed in the direction of Suffolk (we were a couple of hundred metres north of Tallow creek). This caused her greater distress because her understanding was that all of Tallow Beach was a dog exercise area. A few minutes later I ran into a friend who told me if you Googled Tallow Beach it informed you (incorrectly) that all of the beach is a dog exercise area. It would make life easier for everyone if Council and Parks and Wildlife informed Google of this mistake. Recently I also went with a friend to Belongil to exercise her dog. I was surprised to see many people ignored the signage and took their dogs all the way to the mouth of the Belongil Creek. David Gilet Byron Bay

Shortages You’ve probably noticed the shortages of various items in shops and the many ‘staff wanted’ signs around the area. A few years ago a local supermarket had hundreds of applicants for a position, now positions are suddenly difficult to fill. Why is that? Victoria is offering large cash payments for school teachers to move there, but the teacher shortage is actually Australia wide. We should expect to see staff shortages in many professions: including pilots, dentists, doctors, car mechanics and

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tradesman, with staff shortages characterised by a corresponding increase in the length of waiting lists for services. The widespread staff shortages are not easily explained by people being sick with a bad flu for a week or two, nor are they owing to lack of immigrants, on the contrary, these staff shortages are appearing around the world and they need to be explained. Peter Olson Gonengerry

Sport and gender Gregory McKay states (Echo, 29 June) there is ‘prejudicial fear masquerading as false concern about transgender women competing unfairly with cisgender women’, and suggests we should all ‘just be kind’. That’s all very well from the transgender point of view, but ignores the scientific fact that men who have gone through puberty have bigger hearts, longer, stronger bones and more muscle mass and upper body strength than biological women. That is an undeniably unfair advantage when competing in sport. It seems to me that once again, biological women are being asked to make room for others, in this case for men who identify as women. Biological women have fought for equality in all areas of life and still don’t get the same recognition as their male counterparts. Now we have, yet again, men muscling in on our space and telling us how to behave. Mr McKay cannot know what it is to be a biological woman, to wrestle daily

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with discrimination in a sexist society. He says that Cate Campbell ‘and her ilk bleat’ (an interesting choice of words) about unfairness, when all they [trns women] are asking for is an equal playing field. Of course, men and women should be able to live as they wish and assume whatever gender they choose, but inclusivity doesn’t mean taking advantage of others. Many biological women are concerned by the insidious attempts to erase our biology, to render us neutered, just to satisfy the demands of some very strident trans women. We have recently heard of midwives in the UK being instructed to use the term ‘chest milk’ instead of ‘breast milk’, lest they offend. This would be risible if it were not so sinister. Biological women of all political persuasions and backgrounds are increasingly alarmed at being required, yet again, to sacrifice their interests in favour of others, alarmed at this new form of femaledirected oppression. L Andrews Lennox Head

Letters to the Editor Send to Letters Editor Aslan Shand, email: editor@echo.net.au, fax: 6684 1719. Deadline: Noon, Friday. Letters longer than 200 words may be cut. Letters already published in other papers will not be considered. Please include your full name, address and phone number for verification purposes. Q In the diagram, Liu, playing White, had been struggling to hang on against the top seed. After 33.Re1+ Kd6 34.Rf1 Ke5 Yi could pocket a well-earned half point by repeating moves with 35.Re1+. Instead he went for what appeared to be a foolhardy winning attempt... 35.Rf7!? Rc3+ 36.Kd2 Ra3 37.Rxa7 Kf4 38.h3! By now it was clear to Kuybokarov that his opponent had gone crazy and was rushing to defeat. Sure, 38... Kg3 39.Rh7! would allow White to hang on, but what about... 38...Rxh3?? The 21-yearold’s shock was apparent when Liu replied 39.a4!! Suddenly the trap slams shut. Liu had seen this trick when playing 35.Rf7 and considered it a gamble worth trying. 39... Rh2+ 40.Kc1 d3 41.cxd3 Ke3 42.Rd7 Ra2 43.axb5 Kxd3 44.a7 Kc4 45.b6 Kc5 46.Rd8 Kxb6 47.a8Q Rxa8 48.Rxa8 1-0

When the Gold Coast Open began two weeks ago, the grandmaster entrants were expected to contend for the tournament’s new and glittering prize: the Australian Championship title. In particular, reigning Champion Kuybokarov made the trek from Perth to the Gold Coast to defend the title he won in January 2020, after the ACF made the extraordinary decision to let an established open tournament give away a onceprestigious title. Yet after six of nine rounds, In the end, however, Kuybokeach of the Grandmasters had arov’s consistency prevailed and suffered an unexpected defeat the Australian Championship to a lower-ranked Queenslander. title was retained to WA. Zhao, Australian number one for a decade between 2007 and 2017, was most out of shape, losing in the third round to 12-year-old Jayden Ooi, a rising star coached by Zhao’s longtime friend and rival David Smerdon. However, Kuybokarov’s loss against Yi Liu was also unexpected. Over the pandemic years Kuybokarov has dominated the local scene, with his ACF rating reaching a near-record 2729. Q Players meet at Byron Bay Services Club, Sat 2.30pm and Mon 6.00pm

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Prostate Cancer Support Orchid Society Byron District Orchid Society will meet Group The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Day Prostate Cancer Support Group is to be held on Wednesday 13 July at 10am until 12 noon at the Alstonville Bowling Club, Deegan Drive, Alstonville. Men previously and newly diagnosed with prostate cancer are urged to join with the group to experience the cancer stories told, which give a great opportunity for all to share, learn and benefit from each other. Partners and carers are also most welcome to attend as family are very much involved in the process and treatment of those with this diagnosis. Guest Speaker is Kate Goswell on Men’s Health Exercise. Enquiries to Bob Corney: 0400 747 630.

BV VIEW Club Delta Kay is the guest speaker at the next luncheon of Brunswick Valley VIEW Club on 14 July. The venue is Brunswick Heads Bowling Club. For catering purposes, members are asked to advise Wenda if they are attending, on 0449 563 580 or email wjhunt@ yahoo.com. Info: President Margaret Alderton 0429 966 894.

Flood Grants Mullumbimby CWA branch has $20,000 in grants for flood affected people and businesses in postcode areas 2482 and 2483. Grants of $500 will be given on a needs basis. This money has come from the CWA of NSW Disaster Fund. Please visit the website https:// cwamullumbimby.wordpress.com and select the Flood Grant application form. A copy of your driver’s licence must accompany the application. Closing date is 15 July, 2022. Info: johnandjen6@gmail.com.

at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club on Sunday 10 July at 1.30pm. One of our best growers, Laurie Mills, will give us an insight into how he grows orchids. Come along to see a lovely display of members’ orchids and plants. For more information phone Penny on 0427 801 600.

CWA meeting Mullumbimby Branch of CWA of NSW (Country Women’s Association of New South Wales) is holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday 13 July at the CWA room Cnr Tincogan & Gordon Streets, Mullumbimby. Ladies are most welcome to attend and along with members are asked to arrive at 9.30am for a 10am meeting. Members please bring luncheon. Membership enquires: Jen 6684 7282.

Fellowship of First Fleeters The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Fellowship of First Fleeters will be held on Sunday 24 July at the Cherry Street Sports Club, Ballina, at 11am. This meeting will be our AGM, however, all visitors are very welcome. Contact Roddy Jordan on 6687 5339 or via email hollysbuddy1@bigpond.com to attend.

Healthy and active Are you looking for some help to stay active and healthy and on your feet as you get older? If you’re 60 or over (Aboriginal people aged 45+ can join Healthy and Active for Life Online) and live in NSW, sign up for Healthy and Active for Life Online – a FREE 10-week program from NSW Health that helps you make small, sustainable changes

in your lifestyle to improve your health. Registrations close 8 July. Find out more here: healthupnorth. info/healthyandactive

Go4Fun Online Go4Fun Online is a free 10-week program for children aged 7–13 (and their families) who are above a healthy weight. Go4Fun Online includes: Weekly online sessions, Personalised support. Rewards and prizes. Check your eligibility and register for Term Three, visit: go4funonline.com.au.

Winter Appeal Brunswick Valley VIEW Club calls on community to give generously to The Smith Family’s Winter Appeal to support thousands of children and young people with their education as they deal with the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. For those who are interested to find out more about VIEW or who would like to join visit view.org.au or call 1800 805 366.

Mullumbimby District Neighbourhood Centre Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre is open Monday–Thursday 9am–4pm and offers a range of services and activities. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy art, music, games, great food and more. Call reception on 6684 1286 and discover what is on offer. 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 The Byron Community Centre provides community services and programs including meals, advocacy, and counselling for locals in need. Homeless Breakfast: 7–9am, Wednesday, Fletcher Street kitchen, Byron Community Centre. Homeless Showers: 10am–12pm, Monday and Wednesday (book in at breakfast), Byron Community Cabin, Carlyle St. Community Counselling: Free counselling for Byron Shire residents. Face-to-face, by phone, or via Zoom. Community Support Worker: Emergency relief and assertive outreach casework for those experiencing homelessness. Seniors Computer Club: 9–11am, Friday, Byron Community Cabin (school term only), Carlyle St. Laptop Library: The Laptop Library lends laptops to seniors and provides tuition on how best to be connected. Seniors’ Activities: Seniors’ drumming, chair yoga, ukulele, choir, and drama. Call 6685 6807 for bookings. Severe Wet Weather Shelter: Emergency shelter during extreme weather for rough sleepers. Signage displayed at the Byron Community Centre when on. Sign-up required. Info: www. byroncentre.com.au or call 6685 6807.

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

Low-cost or free food Food Box Thursdays 9.30–11.30am at Uniting Church, Mullumbimby. You may purchase cheap food, obtain free veges, and enjoy a cuppa. Free Food Relief Bags for anyone doing it tough, every Wednesday 10–12noon at The Hub Ocean Shores, cnr Rajah Rd and Bindaree Way. No ID or Concession Card required. NILs referral service also available. Check Facebook page The Hub Baptist Ocean Shores for details.

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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. Please note: This section is intended for the benefit of non-profit community groups.

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Happy New Year!

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We all know we can help the planet by reducing our single-use footprint, so why not make a new (financial) year resolution that’s an investment in the future of the planet by finding the perfect reusable cup for your daily caffeine fix? The guys at Bun Coffee in the Byron Arts & Industry Estate are giving away a $20 coffee voucher each week in ‘plastic-free July’.

Simply bring in your clean cup and go into the weekly draw. They also love it when you bring in your own reusable vessel to purchase your home coffee beans too.

There’s a contingent of Europeans who don’t mind travelling a considerable distance in order to stock up on Jon and Gina Hutton’s wood-fired bread. Which could possibly be the highest compliment – most Europeans know and love their bread. It’s hardly surprising. Eleven years ago, Jon, a fformer bricklayer, built a huge wood-fired oven on h ttheir Crabbes Creek property. And so the couple started to A learn about the art of breadmaking, eventually feeling ready to dispense their product at local farmers’ markets. Jon’s seen some big changes in that time, especially the interest in sourdoughs. ‘More people,’ he tells me, ‘started leaning toward sourdough as a healthier choice as opposed to the fluffy white bread you get in supermarkets.’ I point out it’s not only about the health benefits, but also about taste and texture, that glorious chewiness, the subtle tang. It’s also because the 16-hour fermentation breaks gluten down quickly,

Jon tells me, even those who claim to be gluten-intolerant find they can eat it with no ill effect. That’s not the only reason their breads are so popular. Of the fifteen different types they make, many utilise ancient grains like spelt and korazan. The latter, in particular, has ‘taken off’, Jon says; indeed, it’s their best seller. He says the ancient grain (sourced like all their flours from millers in Gunnedah), ‘hasn’t been messed around with.’ The sweet, buttery, nutty grains are much larger than modern wheat grains and are easier to digest. I ask Jon for three Jon Hutton, of Crabbes Creek Woodfired, loves making healthy bread tips for home-bakers that’s easier to digest than (and tastes a whole lot better than!) what and he says it’s good you can buy in a supermarket. flour; good salt (theirs especially sourdough, Jon Find Crabbes Creek is a hand-harvested coarse and Gina gave away lots of Woodfired every Tuesday French Celtic Sea salt rich their leaven (starter). Some at New Brighton Farmers in minerals); and long skills, however, I’d prefer Market 8–11am and fermentation. to leave to the experts, like Mullumbimby Farmers At the height of the fresh pasta, like bread. Thank Market, every Friday covid-lockdowns and the goodness we have Jon and 7–11am mania for home baking, Gina.

Stone & Wood’s Brewery Festival Returns Stone & Wood are opening the gates to their Murwillumbah brewery with the return of their ‘Murbah Open Day’, on Saturday 6 August. Welcoming the people of the Northern Rivers and surrounds to a day of great food, good music, brewery tours and, of course, the freshest beers in town. Running from 11am–5pm, Murbah Open Day is an event for the whole family. For one day only, the festival will be flowing with

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an easy drinking Kolsch style ale; Murbah Session Beer, brewed especially for the festival and the good people of Murwillumbah. The Open Day will be your one chance to grab a glass of the good stuff this year. Entry to the day is by gold coin donation with all profits from the festival going towards Wedgetail Retreat. Wedgetail Retreat provide free palliative care to the Northern Rivers community, giving locals and their families a warm and

welcoming environment to call home. Operating without government funding, Wedgetail relies on the support of its community to keep its doors open and to continue with the amazing care they provide. Details on the music and food lineup to come, so keep your eyes on the Stone & Wood socials for more information. www.stoneandwood.com.au

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Celebrating 40 years of Fig Tree Restaurant It all started with a simple dream, to convert its original farmhouse in Ewingsdale into a restaurant in which its guests could gather to share in their collective passion for local seasonal produce and the beauty of the ‘dining experience’. 40 years on, and here Fig Tree is today, one the longest-established fine dining restaurants in the country, celebrating four decades of ‘cooking & serving’ in this bountiful region that is Byron Shire.

From the gardeners who harvest their produce each morning in their onsite garden, to their

chefs who design and curate their menus, to the front of house staff who deliver an unparalleled and sophisticated service, this passionate team of individuals continually

explore, create and innovate in ways that honour their ‘garden to table’ ethos.

Whilst utilising the incredible produce from the local suppliers in this community, it is this same sustainable food philosophy that has held Fig Tree as the leaders of their industry since they first opened their doors to the public in 1981, long before it was fashionable to do so! Over the month of July, Fig Tree Restaurant celebrates this milestone achievement and invites you to join them at their table for what will be an exquisite dining series, as they pay homage to their ‘Dishes through the Decades’.

From vol au vent with smoked salmon mousse, to beef Wellington with local mushrooms and prosciutto, to Grand Marnier chocolate mousse with raspberry coulis, their chefs have meticulously selected standout dishes from the Fig Tree Kitchen Cookbook, to curate an unforgettable menu that is both transportive and transcendental! Words simply don’t do Fig Tree Restaurant justice. It’s something you just have to experience for yourself. This will be an unforgettable dining experience that you do not want to miss!

Perched on the banks of the Tweed River in Murwillumbah, resides the award winning bistro, the Tweed River House. Dine enjoying the panoramic hinterland views from the River Terrace or inside, warmed by the ﬁre under elegant pressed metal ceilings. Lunch Thursday to Sunday, and Dinner Friday and Saturday. 131 River Street, Murwillumbah NSW tweedriverhouse.com.au | 02 6672 5269 @tweedriverhouse

‘Do not dismiss the dish saying that it is just simply food. The blessed thing is an entire civilisation in itself!’ – Abdulhak Sinasi $120pp Limited Availability FRI | SAT | SUN BOOK YOUR TABLE NOW figtreerestaurant.com.au/ reservations/

Taqueria in Byron celebrates four years Chupacabra Mexican restaurant in Suffolk Park is turning four this week! Through the ups and downs of the past few years this little taqueria has moved with the times and managed to keep locals happy with their offering of fresh and fun Mexican cuisine. To celebrate their four year anniversary, Chupacabra will be feeding folks a host of their favourites from throughout the years including the winter warmer queso fundido (molten cheese dip with tortilla chips) and the dish that keeps people coming back

– fish wings in jalapeño and agave butter. ‘It’s been a tough time to have a restaurant the past few years’ says co-owner Evan White. ‘Because we are small and owner operated we have been able to expand or pare back when we needed to. We’ve made a lot of changes to the way we do things since 2018 but we are really proud to be here still feeding people now!’ There are some things that never need to change, however. ‘Our margarita

is pretty well known’ says Evan. ‘The secret is just good quality ingredients, but especially it’s the organic dark agave syrup that sweetens it instead of sugar.’ And Chupacabra has always put focus on quality. They use ingredients sourced as locally and sustainably as possible. The region is well known for producers and the ability to use providers like Northern Rivers Seafood means that they can keep a close eye on where their

products are coming from and how they are being handled. The team from Chupacabra hope to continue to support local providers and keep customers happy with authentic Mexican cuisine and friendly faces, through good times and tough times. www.chupacabra.com.au Shop 12A/3 Clifford St, Suffolk Park Open Tues–Sat: 5–to 9pm

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Eateries Guide MULLUMBIMBY

BYRON BAY

The Coop Rotisserie and Larder 91 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. Ph 5628 7021

Yaman Mullumbimby 62 Stuart St, Mullumbimby 6684 3778

Serving succulent local free range chicken, salads and hot vegetables to go.

www.yamanmullumbimby.com.au

Catering available.

Open 7 days from 9am–8pm Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Open Sunday to Friday, 11am to 7pm.

Swaay Open 7 days Mon–Wed 7am–2.30pm Thurs–Sun 7am–10pm 11 Marvell Street, Byron Bay swaay.com.au

No Bones Vegan Bar and Kitchen. 11 Fletcher Street 0481 148 007 Open 7 nights Book online: www.nobonesbyronbay.com.au

MARGY MONDAYS / $12–$15 margaritas TACO TUESDAY / $5 tacos

20 Burringbar St, Mullum

6684 2306 Open 7 days 9am–3pm FB/Insta: EmpireMullum empiremullum.com.au Orders: mryum.com/theempire

Frida’s Field 76 Booyong Road, Nashua. Open 12–4pm Fri–Sun. Bookings via our website www.fridasfield.com

LOCAL DJ / everynight from 5pm

#BRUSSELSNOTBEEF 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 Espresso Martini Nights | Every day 9–11pm 2 for $20 Classic Espresso Martini.

Harvest 18-22 Old Pacific Highway Newrybar NSW 2479 02 6687 2644

The Italian Byron Bay

Legend Pizza Serving Byron Bay for 30 years. Open 7 days and nights. Delivery from Suffolk to Ewingsdale. 90-96 Jonson Street 6685 5700 www.legendpizza.com.au

Main Street Open for takeaway daily, 12 midday until dinner. Menu, Phone and more details @mainstreet_burgerbar 18 Jonson Street 6680 8832

Success Thai

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

The Rocks Brunch 6.30am–2pm, Thu–Mon 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6685 7663 Menus at therocksbyronbay.com.au @therocksbyronbay

KARKALLA Byron Bay Native Indigenous Restaurant

Cnr of Bay Lane & Fletcher St, Byron Bay

www.harvest.com.au @harvestnewrybar

Order and pay online! Scan the QR code to view menu and order online through Mr Yum. Phone orders welcome. Takeaway is available on the whole menu.

Long Lunches Contemporary country dining from award-winning chef. Seasonal produce-driven set menus with multiple dishes shared amongst your booking. Beautiful eco-farm location, just 10 minutes from Bangalow. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.

CATERING

Byron’s Freshest Pizza Order online and join our loyalty program. Catering for up to 100 people lunch and dinner. BYO Locally owned and operated. Scan code for menu.

Something for all tastes, from epic burgers to vegan delights. Enjoy delectable treats and good vibes at this Mullum icon.

NEWRYBAR

Open every day from 4pm till late.

The Italian Byron Bay provides a bustling, atmospheric 21, 108 Jonson St, restaurant, dishing up contemporary inspired Italian Byron Bay cuisine and some of Byron’s finest cocktails and wines. Open Monday to Saturday 5.30pm to late OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY. BOOKINGS CAN BE MADE BY PHONE OR THROUGH OUR WEBSITE. 5633 1216 WALK-INS VERY WELCOME. www.theitalianbyronbay.com

Drop in for an authentic atmosphere. Dine-in or takeaway.

NASHUA

HAPPY HOUR / everyday 5–6pm $12 margaritas, $7 wines, $6 beers

Loft Byron Bay

Book online: www.loftbyronbay.com.au

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SWAAY is a new cafe / bar / restaurant offering an experience of great food & drinks, quality service and good music. Come dine inside on one of our leather banquettes, hang amongst the plants at the bar, or chill outside and enjoy afternoon happy hours with one of our signature cocktails. Our ever evolving menu is focused on modern cuisine using only the best seasonal local produce.

Coffee, malawach rolls, pita pockets, falafel, traditional Yemenite spices and all your favourites, always freshly made.

CELEBRATIONS BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebrations Cakes by Liz Jackson

E: lizzijjackson@gmail.com P: 0414 895 441 GLUTEN FREE AND SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS AVAILABLE

Open for takeaway daily, 12 midday until dinner. Menu and more details @mainstreet_burgerbar ‘Make a meal of it’ Add chips and a drink, just $5. 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. The Rocks is back in business! We have a range of freshly sourced dishes, Reverence coffee, and hand-made juices and smoothies at locals prices. Fully licensed, all day brunch and happy hour from 11am. Check out our new dishes on Instagram!

Food with history, story & connection DINNER, THURSDAY–MONDAY Early sitting from 5pm | Second sitting from 7.30pm Bookings highly recommended, via our website www.karkalla.com.au | @karkallabyronbay

5614 8656

Barrio 1 Porter St, North Byron Opening Hours Mon–Sat: Breakfast 7am– 11pm; Lunch 11am–3pm Thu–Sat: Aperitif Hour 3pm–5pm; Dinner 5pm–late @barriobyronbay

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Barrio takes its inspiration from locally sourced produce and Middle Eastern cuisine. Offering daily bakes, breakfast cakes, classic sandwiches, vibrant salads, smoked fish, woodfired meats and cocktails. Keep an eye on our socials for daily specials.

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Balloon Aloft These school holidays, take off on a beautiful hot air balloon ride and be delighted by the north coast hinterland and clear winter skies! A hot air balloon adventure is a great outdoor experience and memorable bonding time with your loved ones. The friendly Balloon Aloft team will meet you at The Farm and guide you to their sunrise launch site for a spectacular one hour flight. Take part in the fun activity of deflating the balloon together before being whisked back to a delicious breakfast at the sunny Three Blue Ducks restaurant. www.balloonaloftbyronbay.com 1300 723 279

Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

Tuff Nutterz Tuff Nutterz is at the Red Devils Park with Tuffy’s Nest, Australia’s largest inflatable playground. Immerse yourself in this inflatable wonder filled with a whopping 1200sqm of pure bouncing adventure! Weekends and school holiday fun from 9am‒4pm. All ages welcome! Tickets can be purchased at the door, although always best to book online to avoid disappointment. NSW Parent vouchers accepted, but can only be redeemed at the door. Birthday party packages, seasonal passes and gift cards are also available.

Want to get up close and personal and learn more about our Australian wildlife? Have an unforgettable hands-on encounter at the Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary with one of their incredible experiences, from meeting an amazing snake, or Socrates the barn owl, or cute sugar gliders Sebastian & Samson, who are guaranteed to make you smile. During the school holidays kids can become Wildlife Guardians or a Keeper For A Day and go behind-thescenes, learning about conservation and caring for our wildlife. There’s something for everyone at the Sanctuary!

Includes breakfast at Three Blue Ducks Restaurant – The Farm Exclusive & corporate flights available

byronbaywildlifesanctuary.com.au 419 Hinterland Way, Knockrow

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For more info and to secure your spot visit : www.tuffnutterz.com Don’t miss out on the perfect family activity!

Bricktionary at HOTA

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The Happy Doughnut The Happy Doughnut is handing out joy to the world, one doughnut at a time. They use only the finest ingredients: organic flour, grass fed butter, couverture Belgian callebaut chocolate, homemade organic jam, filtered water plus a digestive aid by an Australian company called Biohawk, which interacts with the proline in the gluten and predigests the gluten, making Happy Doughnuts safe for people with gluten intolerances!

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Open from 9am during school holidays. Ig: @thehappydoughnut

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Spend a day at HOTA, Home of the Arts, on the Gold Coast these winter school holidays. From life-sized animals to fashion and fantasy discover the biggest and best LEGO® creations at Bricktionary: The Interactive LEGO® brick Exhibition. Including brand new interactive challenges, and over 1 million LEGO® bricks, Bricktionary has something to spark everyone’s creativity and inspire them to build their imaginations. Be sure to check out Postcards from the Edge in HOTA’s dedicated Children’s Gallery. The paintings of Martin Edge are brought to life in this family-friendly travel adventure. Holiday vibes abound in Martin’s beach scenes, where you can climb a giant sandcastle, visit his souvenir shop and create your own holiday mementos to take home.

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Nimbin Art Fair Winter 2022 ~ 2–17 July The Nimbin Art Fair, supporting local creatives. Buy local and keep our art industry alive. Hosted by Nimbin Artists Gallery, a notfor-profit organisation supporting local creatives, the Fair allows you to see the whole gamut of creative art from the vibrant arts community that is Nimbin and its surrounds. Northern NSW is billed as Australia’s arts and festivals capital, abundant in music, fab food, performance, and visual arts. An integral part of this cultural circuit are small shows that support locals, Nimbin Artists Gallery has been providing support for local artists for many years. Proceeds for art sales are primarily distributed to the artists. Nimbin Artists Gallery retains a small percentage and this money is used locally, for example, for an annual grant to Nimbin Central

School, and funds are also given to support local art initiatives. Works from local – but nationally renowned – artists, through to emerging practitioners, will be on view. There will be something to love for all, be they seasoned collectors or firsttime art buyers. Buying art and buying local helps keep our arts community alive. Nimbin Art Fair, Winter 2022, 2–17 July. Visit The Nimbin School of Arts: Open Daily 10am–5pm at 47 Cullen St, Nimbin. * Please note the best routes to Nimbin at present are via Murwillumbah, via Lismore, or via Kyogle. Phone 6689 1444.

Top to bottom; Gilbert Laurie, Echidna and Platypus, Shannamay, Screeching Galah.

Sprung!! Integrated World Dance Workshops Top to bottom; Denis Meagher, Heading into Nimbin; Peter Aland, Washing Our Memories Together.

Term 3 Short Courses & Weekend Workshops now listed online

Our Moving World is a series of five workshops from 11 to 15 July, 10am–4pm, at Tintenbar Hall, that share the dances of various cultures. All cultures of the world have enfolded their people in music and dance, infused with song and story for wellbeing and community cohesion. Guest artists offer a range of dance styles including: contemporary Indigenous with Mitch King (Monday), court dances of Java with Jade Dewi TyasTunggal (Tuesday), rhythms of South America with Daniela Cristafaro (Wednesday), the reimagining of classical Indian dance through Bollywood with Zerina Millard (Thursday) and European Folk Dance with Philippa Williams-Brett and Tora Crockford (Friday).

People over 16 years are welcome to join in for an uplifting and fun experience of diversity and connection. Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre provides dance and theatre training and events for people with and without disability, to build robust inclusive communities and diverse representation in the arts. Bookings essential. More info, bookings and how they can meet your access needs: 0478 879 706, info@sprung.org.au. Fb: www.facebook.com/sprungdance sprung.org.au

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Transcending Likeness:

Contemporary portraits from the collection 17 June 2022 – 5 February 2023 Gerwyn Davies Float (detail) 2021, digital photographic print, 100 x 100 cm Acquired as the Director’s Choice, Olive Cotton Award for photographic portraiture, funded by the Friends of the Tweed Regional Gallery and Margaret Olley Art Centre Inc., 2021. Tweed Regional Gallery collection. © The Artist. Image courtesy the artist, Jan Murphy Gallery, Brisbane, and Michael Reid Gallery, Sydney/Berlin

Tania 0419 797 119 The Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre is a Tweed Shire Council Community Facility and is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW.

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Arts BSA Term 3 Courses Now Listed Online Tweed Regional Gallery & Byron Theatre great World Art and National Theatre Live on the big Margaret Olley Art Centre Enjoy screen at Byron Theatre. Transcending Likeness: Contemporary portraits from the collection explore approaches to portraiture today; from realistic representations that aim to capture the sitters’ likenesses to interpretive and symbolic portraits that communicate hints of their innermost selves. The works in this exhibition explore the diverse and often unconventional ways of representing an individual, and invite us to think more broadly about what constitutes a portrait. The exhibition features works by 28 contemporary artists from the Tweed Regional Gallery collection, including works by Joanna Braithwaite, Guy Maestri, Ben Quilty, Justine Varga and Michael Zavros. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am until 5pm. gallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au 2 Mistral Road, Murwillumbah 02 6670 2790

Pissarro: Father of Impressionism reveals the artist’s life and works in this gripping film. Without Camille Pissarro, there is no Impressionist movement. Canaletto & The Art of Venice is an immersive journey into the life and art of Venice’s most famous view-painter, capturing the city’s essence and allure. Jodie Comer (Killing Eve) makes a stunning West End debut in the UK premiere of Suzie Miller’s award-winning play, Prima Facie. Ralph Fiennes heads an electrifying cast in Straight Line Crazy, a blazing account of the most powerful man in New York, a master manipulator whose legacy changed the city forever. Go to byrontheatre.com for more details and to book tickets.

Landscape inspired works imparting a ‘spirit of place’. Open by appointment. 6685 5317 jaypearse.com

BILLINUDGEL PICTURE FRAMING & PICCOLO ART GALLERY 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel 6680 3444 billinudgelpictureframing.com.au

BS’A PROJECT SPACE 112 Dalley St, Mullumbimby 0487 362 141 byronschoolofart.com/exhibitions

FOXY LUU’S ART & BAO Every day 11.30am–8.30pm 90-96 Jonson St, Byron Bay Old Woolies car park next to the bottlo. Every month a new artist

GALLERY COSMOSIS VISIONARY ART 2/22 Brigantine St. Byron Bay Open Tues–Sat 10am–4pm or by appointment 0431 331 205 gallerycosmosis@gmail.com www.gallerycosmosis.com

HEALING ART DESIGN & NEW AGE GALLERY Azura Kingscliff Shop 2B, 60 Marine Parade 0408 868 793 www.healingartdesign.com

KARENA WYNN-MOYLAN, FINE ART Bangalow Studio By appt: 0414 822 196 karenawynn-moylanart.com

LONE GOAT GALLERY 28 Lawson Street, Byron Bay. Wed to Sat: 10am–4pm lonegoatgallery.com

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MULLUMBIMBY CLAYWORKERS GALLERY Drill Hall Complex, 2 Jubilee Ave, Mullumbimby. Open Thurs–Sat: 10am–2pm mullumclayworkers.com

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PEEK GALLERY Check website for opening hours. 7/8 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay 0488 646 464 hello@peekgallery.com @peekgallery www.peekgallery.com

STUDIO SUVIRA CERAMICS & SCULPTURE GALLERY Home gallery and sculpture garden. 28 Left Bank Rd, Mullumbimby. 0402 125 922 (call/sms first) suviramcdonald.com

T WEED REGIONAL GALLERY & MARGARET OLLEY ART CENTRE Gallery hours: 10am–5pm Cafe open: 9.30am–4.00pm 2 Mistral Rd, Murwillumbah 6670 2790 artgallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au

July 11-15 10am-4pm Tintenbar Hall

Connecting with culture through dance A series of 5 accessible workshops Bookings Essential, info@sprung.org.au / 0478 879 706 An accessible workshop, welcoming people over 16 of all abilities and ancestries.

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SEVEN Come From Away on 7 July at HOTA.

Issue# 37.04 July 6, 2022 Editor: Eve Jeffery 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

Dancing in the Shadows of Motown 29 July, Byron Theatre.

COME FROM AWAY CLOSE TO THE HEART

MOTOWN’S SHADOWS

Now showing at HOTA (Home of the Arts), Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of thousands of stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland, Canada, that welcomed them all. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Don’t miss this breathtaking new musical written by Tony® and Grammy nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and helmed by Tony® winning Best Director, Christopher Ashley with musical staging by Olivier Award winner Kelly Devine. Come From Away opens on 7 July and runs until 31 July. Visit hota.com.au.

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Dancing in the Shadows of Motown are a ten piece powerhouse band featuring internationally renowned singers and musicians who faithfully recreate the dynamic live performances of The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Martha and The Vandellas, The Four Tops, Fontella Bass, The Jackson Five, Junior Walker and many more Motown Legends. This amazing show presents classic hits including: ‘Reach Out’, ‘Stop in the Name of Love’, ‘Ain’t too Proud to Beg’, ‘Heatwave’, ‘I Heard it Through the Grapevine’, ‘Dancing in the Streets’, ‘Uptight’, ‘Signed Sealed Delivered’, ‘You Keep me Hanging on’, ‘What Becomes of the Broken Hearted?’, ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’, ‘Standing on Shakey Ground’, ‘My Girl’ and many more magical Motown classics. Featuring ARIA winner Patou Powell, Franchesca Appolis, Kimi Tupaea and Veena Rao, Dancing in the Shadows of Motown have been taking metropolitan and country audiences by storm since forming in 2017. This dynamic, all-singing, all-dancing band has performed sold out shows at many major venues including the iconic Sydney Opera House Studio and The Basement, to drop a couple of names, and this month they are going to Byron Theatre – don’t miss this awesome show. 29 July, Byron Theatre at 8pm Tickets: byroncentre.com.au.

Lippo, Si Clone, Gez Saturday 9th July 3-8pm Trawlers Bar, Brunswick Heads $20 donation for new studio equipment

Share the air Over 20 BayFM presenters share their music at our outside broadcast. Bangalow Bowlo Friday 8th July 4-6pm

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Currently, Australia can be er nv o c taken to war by the decision of Rob Baker in one person: the prime minister. Australians for War Powers Reform (AWPR) believe such a momentous decision needs to be more democratic. Rob Baker from AWPR will be in conversation with Lismore’s ex-Mayor, Jenny Dowell OAM, to discuss who decides and who should decide when it comes to taking the country to war. Rob Baker says that Australia has a defence force, the ADF. ‘The wars of the recent decades have not been wars that have been conducted in our defence, nor have they been successful in spreading freedom and democracy. They are wars that have been waged at great cost to our service men and women and their families and to Australia’s reputation. They are wars that have come at great cost to the citizens of the countries where we have intervened and often to their neighbours. There is no freedom to be found in the grave or a refugee camp or in mandatory detention or in the chaos of a failed state.’ North coast peace group, Remembering and Healing (RaH), are organising this event and are committed to do as much as possible to promote non-violence on all levels to prevent war. This public discussion is a small, but essential, step towards these goals. Thursday 14 July, at 5.30pm in the Rochdale Theatre, Goonellebah (603 Ballina Rd). No bookings required; suggested donations $10. Event is followed by light refreshments. For more info: Sabina 6688 6214.

Remembering and Healing presents: GOING TO WAR – LET THE PEOPLE DECIDE!

Rob Baker from

‘Australians for War Powers Reform’

Tune in or turn up.

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Lismore’s ex-mayor,

Dr Jenny Dowell OAM

Conversation and Q&A, followed by light refreshments Thursday June 14, 5.30pm Rochdale Theatre, Goonellabah No bookings required. Suggested donation: $10 For more information: RaH email: rahow@internode.on.net Sabina: 02 6688 6214

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Following a hugely popular set on the opening night of this year’s Bluesfest, and finishing off shows postponed by covid public health restrictions, Tijuana Cartel is back in Byron Bay for their first venue show in town in over three years. Celebrating a post-lockdown world, getting back on the road, and touring their latest album Acid Pony – this time, they’re putting on a huge show in Byron Bay with Moontide and Princess Behaviour. Friday at The Northern from 8pm.

Needing some sparkle this Saturday night? Then head on down to The Rails to see Glitterati Riot, they will take you on a roller coaster ride of dance hits, from B52s to Chic, KC and the Sunshine Band to Sneaky Sound System and beyond. The band is fronted by the fab vocals of not one, but two Sparkle Sisters, and a singing drummer to boot. Show starts at 7pm at The Rails.

Broadwaters is Matt Day and Jessie Rose, and as the name suggests, Broadwaters have a vast variety of styles and moods – nothing could be truer when it comes to this dynamic pair who create interesting combinations from multiple genres.

RUMOUR HAS IT… Back by popular demand, an act that goes beyond a band and a show that goes beyond a concept – Rumours: The Fleetwood Mac Experience. See and experience Fleetwood Mac the way they really were – a sensational and enduring band of the ’70s and ’80s – revived by a talented group of musicians dedicated to the task of bringing this era, and the Fleetwood sound, to the stage again for all to enjoy. Friday from 8pm at the Ballina RSL.

Lostboy Ludo at No Bones.

LOSTBOY AT NO BONES From disco to the underground scene, Lostboy Ludo’s sound has been influenced by many genres over the 15+years that he has been behind the decks. From the early days of reggae and hip hop to the evolving sounds of disco, house, techno and world music. Lostboy Ludo will feature in this week’s No Bones lineup from 5pm. Check out The Echo’s gig guide for what’s on at No Bones all week.

Don’t miss them when they hit the the stage this week on Thursday, 7.30pm at the Beach Hotel.

BAREFOOT BASICS Bearfoot are in Bruns this weekend blending so-cal, hip hop and dub reggae, with a dash of the Endless Summer soundtrack thrown in. Sweat-drenched, high-energy performance and catchy melodies over deep grooves are their speciality. Bearfoot’s sun-soaked take on roots, reggae and dub has sent ripples throughout the country and beyond. Bearfoot is a powerhouse sextet who mix sweet harmonies and rapid-fire vocals. With dubby guitars, bright horn lines that just won’t quit, bubbling keys and a solid rhythm section full of fat bass and steadfast drums with percussive flare – Bearfoot has a take on Australian roots/reggae music that is completely their own. See Bearfoot, thiss Sunday from 4pm at the Hotel Brunswick.

Rumours: The Fleetwood Mac Experience at Ballina RSL.

BUNDJALUNG MINYUNGBAL ART & KULTCHA The Merringingi Foundation and Full-On Theatre are hosting a three-day cultural event with language, musicians, dancers, fire, smoking ceremonies, yarning and sharing circles, jarjums (kids) sessions, weaving and an art exhibition. This event is a fundraiser with donations going towards building a Bungalung Healing Centre, which will be a purpose-built cultural building to address trauma and mental health challenges in the community. Crabbes Creek Hall, this Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10am.

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GIG GUIDE WEDNESDAY 6 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, OOZ Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 2.30PM LEIGH JAMES, 7.30PM ROGUE ELEMENTS Q BYRON THEATRE 11AM HENRY V STARRING KIT HARINGTON – NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SCREENING

THE KING OF ROCK AND ROLL In 1997, Elvis Presley's former manager, Colonel Tom Parker, is on his deathbed looking back on how he first met the future King of rock ‘n’ roll. In the early days, Elvis had battled a poverty-ridden childhood with his parents Vernon and Gladys. He finds music to be a salvation, even though he is ridiculed by his peers because of his fascination with the African American music of Memphis' Beale Street. Parker is a carnival ‘huckster’ who fancies himself a modern-day PT Barnum, playing upon the gullible nature of his audience. Parker hears Presley on the radio, he seems to be impressed with what he hears and has aspirations of becoming his manager. Parker eventually meets and persuades Elvis to let him take control of his career, which begins a meteoric ascent The rest, as they say, is history with Elvis doing a stint in the US Army, meeting the young Priscilla Beaulieu and resuming his career-making concert tours and films while Parker's control of his life becomes even stronger. Presley led an apparently unsatisfying life, seen in one of his final shows as a bloated, pale and unhappy man. Elvis is screening at Ballina Fair Cinema this week.

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MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU (PG) Daily: 10:00, 12:00, 2:00, 4:00, 5:00pm

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SUNDAY 10 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, THE SWAMP CATS Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 12.30PM DONNY SHADES, 4.30PM AUGUST RIVER Q HOTEL BRUNSWICK 4PM BEARFOOT Q BRUNSWICK HEADS PICTURE HOUSE 4PM CHEEKY CABARET Q CRYSTALBROOK BYRON’S VERANDAH 2PM BOMBACLOCK Q NORTH BYRON HOTEL 3PM DJ ABEL TORO Q FOXY LUU’S, BYRON BAY, 5PM MARK CHAPMAN Q NO BONES, BYRON BAY, 5PM XUJA Q WANDANA BREWING CO., MULLUMBIMBY, 3PM JOHN DIXON Q LENNOX COMMUNITY MARKET 8AM BROADFOOD Q BALLINA RSL LEVEL ONE 2PM OUTLAWS OF COUNTRY Q NIMBIN SCHOOL OF ART 10AM NIMBIN ART FAIR Q KINGSCLIFF BEACH HOTEL 1PM JASON DELPHIN Q COOLANGATTA HOTEL 4PM THE SMASHED CRABS

MONDAY 11 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, FINTAN Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM RICHIE WILLIAMS DUO Q NIMBIN SCHOOL OF ART 10AM NIMBIN ART FAIR

TUESDAY 12 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, CHRIS ARONSTEN

Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS, THE SHOWROOM 8PM HUMAN NATURE

Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 2.30PM JOHN CROSBIE, 5PM GUY KACHEL, 7.30PM JASON DELPHIN

Q COOLANGATTA HOTEL 5PM RICK BARRON, 10PM BARNES STORM

Q BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM BANGALOW BRACKETS – OPEN MIC WITH DR BAZ

SATURDAY 9 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, GLITTERATI RIOT Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 12.30PM DUDU MARTINS, 3PM ANIMAL VENTURA, 8PM RAGGA JUMP, 10PM DJ APPOLO JACKSON Q HOTEL BRUNSWICK 7.30PM SUPERCHEEZE Q BRUNSWICK HEADS PICTURE HOUSE 12PM ALL AGES CIRCUS BONANZA, 7PM CHEEKY CABARET Q BYRON ARTISAN MARKET 8AM PETER HUNT AND TONY & THE THIEF

Q BALLINA RSL LEVEL ONE 1.30PM CIRKUS MAXIMAS Q NIMBIN SCHOOL OF ART 10AM NIMBIN ART FAIR Q TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS, THE SHOWROOM 11AM DANIEL MALLARI

WEDNESDAY 13 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, OLE FALCO Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 5PM BEN NOY AMI Q FOXY LUU’S, BYRON BAY, 6.15PM TONY AND THE THIEF Q NIMBIN SCHOOL OF ART 10AM NIMBIN ART FAIR

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It’s a space for gathering when that gathering can’t take place at your home. Halls are for people who don’t have grand homes. They’re for us, the ordinary folk who don’t have the money to whack up a marquee in their backyard, who can’t have more than ten people for dinner because we just don’t have the chairs, or the room – or the cups. Country halls are spaces that belong to everyone. Like a community garden, but for events. I love being given the key to a hall. Opening it and standing in the empty space. Knowing that in a few hours I will create something remarkable, there will be laughter and conversation and applause and people, then at 11pm when I stack the last chair, it’s gone. The place is empty again, ready for the next user to make it their own. Every time I use a hall I feel like a hermit crab, finding an uninhabited shell, scrambling inside, then abandoning it in the night. It’s so transitory. Halls are the definition of ‘liminal’. They are all about the space in between. They stand quietly, wondering what will happen next.

Wooden floors get swept clean. Chairs are stacked. Kitchens wiped over. Toilet bins emptied. Over 35 years as a comedian, I’ve performed thousands of gigs and nothing quite measures up to the country hall. And nothing is quite as humbling. Recently I wanted to do some fundraisers for floodaffected communities. I rang the number for the Corndale Hall and was told ‘it got washed off its stumps love. It’s down the bottom of the paddock now.’ I felt for the community who have gathered there. Who have got drunk and danced and had angry meetings and well-attended sausage sizzles. I performed some of my favourite comedy sets at the Corndale Hall. It’s like losing your heart. Every community needs its hall. During the floods it was our halls – our empty spaces – that became places of sanctuary. Halls are about community. But they are also about rules. They have rules written in biro blue tacked to the fridge. They’re usually in the sloping cursive of a Committee President who has since retired; a woman with a severe expression but a generous heart. Her photo is in black and white under the Lifetime Members sign. Her name is Edna and she loved rules. They made her feel peaceful. The rules are everything in this Spartan shared space. The hall must be returned how it is found. That is how we get to enjoy the shared resource of a community space. Edna’s dead now, but the rules live on. And because of that, the hall continues. Doors open. Magic Happens. Doors Shut. It’s left ready for next time. In a world powered by the capitalist ethos, where it’s all about flashy bars, giant venues and events centres there’s an unpretentious sensibility that you can only get in a country hall where everyone is welcome. Just make sure you wash your cups.

HE’S A GOD AND HE’S THUNDEROUS With ten screenings daily, Palace Cinema Byron Bay are making sure everyone has the chance to see the latest instalment from the Marvel Studio universe, Thor: Love and Thunder. A sequel to 2017’s Thor: Ragnarok, this episode in the life of the God of Thunder, finds Thor (Chris Hemsworth) as he attempts to find inner peace, but, he must return to action and recruit Valkyrie, Korg, and Natalie Portman reprising her role as Jane Foster, to stop Gorr the God Butcher from eliminating all gods.

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1. Reckless, stubborn – the Minotaur! (4-6) 7. Toss off the money (4) 9. Create balls for a renovation (4-4) 10. Right fury for park officer (6) 11. University grounds affected America (6) 13. Stressed, but won service around little money (8) 14. Announcements: we’re not batting any more! (12) 17. Powerful current conservative to look inside strong alternative in the work area (7,5) 20. Maybe tiny and negative, but choose Clarke! (8) 21. Fight to overturn table – about time! (6) 22. Dwell about the team (6) 23. State is vulgar and improper (3,5) 25. Thin list (4) 26. Hangers for underwear (10)

1. Obstinate; uncompromising! (4-6) 7. Resist; oppose (4) 9. Beauty treatment (4-4) 10. Warden (6) 11. Land and buildings of an institution (6) 13. Emphasised (8) 14. Assertions (12) 17. Where you will find the workers! (7,5) 20. Sub-atomic particle (8) 21. Struggle against (6) 22. Live in a place permanently (6) 23. Crude or offensive attitude or display (3,5) 25. Incline (4) 26. Braces; garters (10)

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Played beaut, and didn’t stop (8) Shelter for Bruce or Stan (3) Fairies – Presleys in Latin {5) Communal bedroom for worker, asleep (7) 6. Guide for dreadful cold Liberal (9) 7. Sweet dessert plan – abstain reluctantly (6,5) 8. Smart – 150 always! (6) 12. Counterfeit coin, fit for Tarantino crime movie (4,7) 15. Instruments for stenographers? (9) 16. Lines in publicity material from Mark Textor, perhaps (8) 18. Public transport is no bum deal (7) 19. Run away with the church? Swindle! (6) 21. Label evil, turned over for example (5) 24. These days, 500 join (3)

Thor: Love and Thunder opens at Palace Byron today.

This week’s Sun/ Mercury alignment in the sensitive sign of Cancer makes it easy to confuse feelings with facts, so be discreet about what you share...

You can expect to see muscles and lightning.

BY LILITH

CINEMA

STARS

Mungo’s Crossword

TO HALL AND BACK These small wooden buildings dot the landscape. They have a frugal modesty and an old fashioned generosity. If they had names they’d be called Thelma or Rose or Alan. They’re a pungent olfactory mix of last week’s wedding enmeshed with yesterday’s committee meeting. Curry and Jatz, tea and beer, tears and laughter. They are the site of weddings and birthdays, of local club meetings. A jam night. Poetry fundraisers for some kid’s school camp. A cabaret spectacular for a local lady with breast cancer; and the place her friends came to mourn her with quiet conversations over tea and cake. It’s where people meet for cards. Or a cooking class. Or yoga. Or a pregnancy support group. A men’s shed get-together, or AA.

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There is something magical about a country hall.

DOWN 2. With undiminished force (8) 3. The side that is away from the wind (3) 4. Pixies (5) 5. Inactive (7) 6. Index (9) 7. Fruit and ice-cream dessert (6,5) 8. Talented (6) 12. Cheaply printed action stories (4,7) 15. Minute takers (9) 16. Someone who canvases public opinion (8) 18. An anthology of all of an author’s works (7) 19. Sheep’s coat (6) 21. Emblem (5) 24. Tally (3) Last week’s solution N445 S O U N D W C N E R E D O U B U U T B E L I E V A R P E T R I R E U I N S O M N M O R E L A X O E I S T A N D U E V E S T E P W

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ARIES: While your planetary driver moving into methodical mode has you tackling the to-do list with determination, if you’re not getting the necessary RDA of TLC, Mars in astrology’s most body-based sign recommends physical self-care rituals like aromatherapy massage, Qigong, or soaking in a hot spa...

CANCER: While Mercury teaming up with the Sun in your sign ensures you’re even more deliciously witty than usual, write a quick note-to-self to avoid energy drainers, time wasters and procrastinators. Follow the love. Call a friend or relative you’ve lost touch with. This is your time of year for togetherness.

LIBRA: As Venus your planetary muse flits through flirty Gemini, July’s emotional highs and lows are balanced by cosy moments at home in delightfully domestic mode. With general energy on the slightly illogical and inconsistent side, your role as social spokesperson, peacekeeper and general vibe-lightener will be called on

CAPRICORN: Partnerships are high priority for you this month, which steers you towards folk who can lighten your load. Cosmic energetics in Cancer, your opposite sign, suggest looking for complementary personality types rather than similar ones, so try opening up to a wider range of humanity than your usual select few.

TAURUS: Go-ahead motivator Mars in your sign loads you with so much to do this month you’ll need to relegate and delegate. When the red planet rendezvous with Uranus in Taurus these two volatile luminaries can rachet up stress levels, so remember simple pleasures; calm yourself with art, and nurture with nature.

LEO: This week’s astral emphasis in the final phase of your annual cycle recommends a serious clean-up before Leo season begins. As in – toss everything that can be tossed and don’t race to replace. A minimalist approach creates space for new creative energy to flow in when birthday time rolls around.

SCORPIO: This week’s downside? Combative Mars in a headstrong fixed sign like your own can lead to charged discussions where no-one wants to back down. In which case stay classy: don’t stoop to snide jibes. The upside? Coincidences, chance meetings and changes of plan are all likely to be blessings in disguise..

AQUARIUS: With moody, moon-ruled July rejigging opinions, plans and viewpoints, forget retro and focus on what’s current. Think of it as emotional yoga. If you never change your mind, why have one, right? As Saturn continues its in-depth rejig of your entire persona, relationships continue to be tested, with some strengthening, some fading away.

VIRGO: Been expending a lot of mental energy lately? The combination of winter chill plus your mentor planet Mercury withdrawing, for the major part of July, into the sign of privacy means spending a whole lot more regen time at base camp relaxing and rewarding yourself with restorative home treats.

SAGITTARIUS: During this introspective month, ardent Archers may actually be content to quit the main stage and get stuck into some personal work behind the scenes. So what area of life are you totally tired of and absolutely dying to bless with an extreme makeover? The astral force is currently supporting you.

PISCES: ‘We’ve got to hold on to what we’ve got, We’ve got each other and that’s a lot...’ Pisces, Jon Bon Jovi, is the appropriate soundtrack to this astrologically auspicious week for spending time with the fam, glamming up the casa, making home base a receptive, cosy place to host reunions and get-togethers.

GEMINI: As Mercury skydives from your heady sign into Cancer’s emotional oceans, discretion and empathetic understanding are necessary modes of communication. Gemini are naturals at skimming worlds of diverse information to select the necessary gems. But reason and rationality are less effective than a sensitive approach this week, so tread gently.

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Walk to the beach and come home to contemporary elegance and laidback sophistication in this breathtaking large four-bedroom home in the eco-sanctuary, Koala Beach, Po sville. With deluxe, high-end ﬁnishes throughout, impressive street appeal, fully landscaped gardens, and skyline ocean glimpses from upstairs, this showstopping home will not be on the market long.

This light and bright freestanding, three-bedroom home in Ocean Shores represents a rare opportunity to enter the competitive Byron Shire property market. Head down the long, lush tree-lined driveway to discover your very own tropical oasis - complete with a fenced, grassed area for the kids to play and an undercover patio for alfresco entertaining.

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Lot 1, 414 Nightcap Range Road, Whian Whian 5 Rainforest Retreat with Untapped Potential Set on an expansive 22 acres in the heart of the Gondwana Rainforest, this remarkable property presents a fantastic opportunity for those looking to acquire a prized parcel of land positioned in the World Heritage-listed Nightcap National Park. This property offers a unique opportunity to create a private family compound or to develop an eco resort with up to 40 cabins (STCA). Only 5 minutes from Minyon Falls with easy access to serene forest trails, walks, amenities and less than an hour drive to Byron Bay, this is a rare market offering with huge future development potential.

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Central Flood Free Position in Maclean 52A River Street,

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• Beautiful sunsets are a regular treat from the front deck. • A short 2-minute walk into the heart of Maclean. • Wonderful views of the sweeping Clarence River. • Great shed 6 x 8 metres with workshop area with power. • Separate living spaces, three spacious bedrooms, plus two bathrooms.

Auction:

To be Auctioned On–Site Saturday 30th July – 11am

View: Open Saturday 10am – 11am Agent:

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Freshly renovated with simplicity in mind, move in, grab a towel, surf board, joggers, whatever and start soaking up the amazing lifestyle Brunswick Heads has to offer. Perfectly located in a quiet cul de sac circuit, making it a safe haven for families and children to play in the street, not to mention a great introduction to the neighbours and community. Off the street and into the house, what you see is what you get, freshly painted new bathrooms, tiled throughout, light bright kitchen with skylight, brekky bench, big open plan lounge, second living room currently has a gym, sauna & big timber dining table. From here walk through the double door

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opening out to the entertaining area and back yard where you have double gates for vehicle access and a H&C shower for when you get back from the beach. The property really does cater for the seaside lifestyle.

Contact Peter Browning 0411 801 795

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54 Palmers Road Price: By Negotiation Inspect: By Appointment

+ Indulge the artist in you with this spacious 15 acre property boasting a council approved part-time art gallery + Spacious home, high raked ceilings, natural light, 6.5kW solar power. Stunning views to the Nightcap Ranges + New Colorbond workshop is great for enthusiast/craftsman/home workshop. Waterfall, grazing paddocks & more + Council approval for addition of a bathroom to the art gallery, a swimming pool & extending the veranda areas

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Private Sanctuary Just a Short Walk to Town and Beaches 3

519M 2

Hinterland Lifestyle Opportunity with Macadamia Orchard 4

• Boasting one of the largest internal floor spaces within the complex this North facing family home is turn-key ready • Positioned in “Seadrift” a highly sought-after, secure complex, with fantastic amenities including in-ground pool, sundeck and entertaining pavilion • Conveniently located just an easy 8-minute stroll to Byron township and pristine, world-renowned beaches, shopping, cafes and restaurants

66 Fraser Road, Dunoon

Price Guide: Contact Agent

Price Guide: Contact Agent Tara Torkkola Jasmin McClymont 0423 519 698 0434 029 668

Stunning Hinterland Property with Private Swimming Hole 4

Open: Saturday 9th July 12–12.30pm

• “Platypus Pools” is a stunning, passive solar home made with environmentaly friendly materials designed to leave a light environmental footprint • This propety rests on a 14 acre parcel of land and includes a separate selfcontained studio, machinery shed, chicken pens and veggie gardens • With ultimate peace and privacy the property is outlined by Terania creek and

showcases a blend of modern and reclaimed materials with earthy tones • Featured is a self-contained guest cabin that includes a private, panoramic deck with plunge pool that takes in incredible views of Mt Warning • Entertaining is easy with an immaculately landscaped, alfresco dining

154 Old Bangalow Road, Byron Bay

Price Guide: $1.4m – $1.54m

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35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 PH: O2 6685 8466

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• This magical retreat offers multiple living options with a flexible floorplan that

91 Terania Creek Road, The Channon

Lee Grimes 0400 462 312

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courtyard area, with a built in BBQ , fire pit and pizza oven

features a private swimming hole and is surrounded by rainforest

Open: Saturday 9th July 1–1.30pm

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5.6 HA

32.1 HA

• This beautiful property includes mature macadamia trees, a three-level home, separate managers quarters and additional work shed making it the perfect rural retreat • Recently completed was the gorgeous inground swimming pool with travertine tiles, swim jets, spa jets and solar heating • A peaceful creek runs through the property and 2 dams provide water for spraying and domestic use, one of the dams adjoins the natural creek

20/6–8 Browning Street, Byron Bay

Open: Saturday 9th July 1–1.30pm

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Open: By Appointment

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Su Reynolds 02 6685 8466

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Quality Craftsmanship in New Architecturally Designed Home

Inspired by Australian Coastal Homes from the 50’s and 60’s • Family compound with complete privacy, complimented by high end luxury

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fittings and finishes and the architecture emphasises a passive solar design • Featured on the property is a exquisite 12 meter Enviroswim freshwater pool

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that is surrounded by hardwood decking • Entertaining is elevated with a traditional pizza oven and stone firepit, crafted Price: Expressions of Interest

with rocks sourced from the site • The sense of tranquil privacy is amplified by the adjoining native corridor and creek boundary with visiting wildlife such as koalas and echidnas.

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complete quality renovation, promising a perfect low maintenance home • The deluxe stone kitchen features an induction cooktop, high-end appliances, and breakfast bar that has stunning views across to Mt Chincogan • Featured outside is a delightful, partially covered rooftop terrace that is the perfect place to relax and unwind, or enjoy alfresco dining

• Thoughtfully designed and includes multiple extra wide north east facing balconies to enjoy the beautiful coastal climate • This property features a fully self-contained studio with separate kid’s room, Ideal for visitors or extended family

Price Guide: $865,000 – $950,000

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created by extra high ceilings throughout the entire home

7 Red Bean Close, Suffolk Park

Sally Green 0488 030 116

• This home boasts an abundance of natural sunlight with a sense of space

1/53 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby

Open: By Appointment

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Stylish Elevated Suffolk Home With Self-Contained Studio 5

• Situated in the heart of Mullumbimby, this stylish, modern apartment has had a

Helen Huntly-Barratt 0412 332 232

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Open: Saturday 9th July 9–9.30am

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Two Freehold Shops, Beachfront Byron Bay SHOP 1 - 82.28M 2 , SHOP 2 - 81.66M 2

29 HA

• This unique offering comprises of a purpose built, licensed events space plus separate deluxe accommodation and manager’s residence

• Includes indoor and outdoor space on title for each shop • Established leases / tenants in place

• Designed with flexibility in mind the event space features commercial grade kitchen facilities, seated dining and dancing area, and outdoor lawn space • The guest Villa provides room for up to 20 people and features 2 heated

• Available individually or together • Blue chip commercial Byron Bay investment

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Open: By Appointment

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THE SUN IS SHINING – IT’S TIME TO COME BACK TO BYRON WITH FIRST NATIONAL’S 10 DAY POP-UP RAFFLE FLOODRAISER! The floods have subsided, and the sun is shining, come to beautiful Byron while also making a difference for those still rebuilding their lives.

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• This stunning, architecturally designed home delivers the pinnacle of quality

We have created a ‘Floodraiser’ to bring people back to Byron by supporting our local businesses and to raise desperately needed funds to assist with the long-term effects of trauma in our much-loved community.

• Set over 2 levels the home is equipped with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and

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coastal living and is located just a few hundred meters from Tallow Beach

• The home backs onto a beautiful private nature reserve and is situated in a luxury gated estate 11/3 Sallywattle Drive, Suffolk Park

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280 The Pocket Road, The Pocket 4

8 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby 57 Binalong Court, Upper Burringbar $2,300,000 $1,975,000 – $2,170,00 3 1 4 Offers invited – Auction pending 5 3

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, manicured lawns and native flora, this private, architecturally designed and immaculately maintained home enjoys a north-east aspect on an easy-care acre. The home offers high ceilings, timber floors and is built over multiple levels providing flexible living options. The light and bright main area offers three bedrooms (one with ensuite), lounge room, the main bathroom, and a well-appointed hardwood timber kitchen with stone benches, quality appliances and spacious dining. This connects along a breezeway to a large, hexagonal, outdoor dining/entertaining space, with a barbecue. A second covered walkway leads to the private master pavilion with a spacious bedroom, ensuite and a calming tree top vista. At garden level, there is a laundry and bedroom/home office space. Alfresco living is maximised by many shaded deck areas and lawns across the property. The separate studio has its own private entrance, perfect for guests or a home office/business.

This is an extremely rare opportunity to purchase a private oasis on just over an acre, in the heart of Mullumbimby, with river frontage and development potential. A short stroll from Mullumbimby’s thriving town centre over the Federation Bridge, the property sits on the banks of the Brunswick River. A baker and artist have lovingly created the three-bedroom rustic cottage which is packed full of quirky charm. With rolling lawns, established fruit trees, an abundance of bird and marine life, the property is the perfect playground for kids big and small. Plant, picnic, bird watch, fish and even kayak into the nearby town of Brunswick Heads. With subdivision potential (STCA) there’s an opportunity to live in the existing property whilst building your dream home. Features here include: - Flood free 4931m² block with development potential (STCA) - Park-like grounds and premier location in the heart of Mullumbimby - Only 500 metres from town and 20 minutes from Byron Bay - Boating and Kayaking with 100m of river frontage - 3 bedroom home plus machinery shed with 3-phase-power - Established trees–hoop pine, fig, silky oak, mango, orange, mandarin, macadamia, lemon, lime, grapefruit, wax jambu and mulberry

Open: Saturday 9 July 12pm Contact: Gary Brazenor – 0423 777 237 Todd Buckland – 0408 966 421 Byron Shire Real Estate

Open: Saturday 9 July 10–10.30am Inspect: By appointment only Contact: Gary Brazenor 0423 777 237 Todd Buckland 0408 966 421 | Byron Shire Real Estate

Pristine home & flat on acreage Relaxed Beachside Lifestyle

This private hinterland estate, with a north-east aspect and stunning ocean views, sits on 10 elevated acres at the end of a quiet country cul-de-sac, just minutes from Burringbar Village and local beaches. The quality-built, spacious three-bedroom home with vaulted ceilings flows over three levels and incorporates solid timber milled on the property. Wide, wraparound verandas overlook mature gardens with established natives and fruit trees. The property is mostly treed with a manageable acre of land around the home making it completely private without the high maintenance. Further dwellings offer space for family and friends or income potential (STCA). These include a self-contained caretaker’s cabin, yoga studio with huge loft and a “wash-house” with laundry and bathroom. Completing the package are a spa house and saltwater pool. The village of Burringbar is just three minutes away and there is easy access to Brunswick Heads, 15 minutes away and the Gold Coast Airport is a 30-minute drive. Inspect: By appointment only Contact: Gary Brazenor 0423 777 237 Todd Buckland 0408 966 421 | Byron Shire Real Estate

Convenient Ballina location

106 Crabbes Creek Road, Crabbes Creek 11/3 Sallywattle Drive, Suffolk Park 6 Kestrel Street, Ballina Price guide $2.1m - $2.3m Price: contact agent 6 4 8 4 3 2 6 3 2

Flood free, flat acreage so close to the beach is a rare find. This property is in pristine condition, under 10 years old and will not disappoint. There is an attached flat with polished concrete floors, exposed beams, a loft and its own outdoor kitchen. The main home has a mixture of polished concrete and hardwood floors, 2.5-metre-wide hardwood decks both front and back, 2 x beautiful bathrooms, 5 bedrooms and a stunning salt water pool straight off the back deck. This rural paradise is a haven for birds and wildlife. The property is currently used as a hobby farm with low maintenance sheep, chickens and an established kitchen garden to grow your own veggies. An ideal peaceful, country lifestyle property where you can still enjoy the convenience of a central location. The Gold Coast is 30 minutes drive north and Byron Bay 25 minutes drive south.

This architecturally designed home situated in a luxury gated estate is located walking distance from dog friendly Tallow Beach and 5 minutes drive to Byron Bay. Backing onto a private nature reserve and set over 2 levels, this large family home features 4 generous bedrooms with built-in robes, 3 bathrooms and high end, bespoke finishes throughout. The open floor plan and high ceilings create an abundance of natural sunlight through the home. The kitchen adjoins the spacious living area, which boasts a magnificent sunroof and large bi fold doors leading to the patio, allowing seamless indoor/ outdoor living – perfect for entertaining. The private, covered deck overlooks the tropical landscaped garden and pool/spa. With privacy and peace, this is the perfect beachside escape those seeking relaxed, easy living. This property is definitely a must see. For those seeking, Call our team today to arrange an inspection!

Open: Saturday 9 July 22 Contact: Louise Carmichael – 0412 849 600 Byron Beach Realty

Contact: Oliver Aldridge – 0421 171 499 Tara Torkkola – 0423 519 698 First National Byron Bay

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This massive family home in Ferngrove Estate is the perfect property for large or multi-generational families. The abundance of space & light throughout, matched with the peaceful neighbourhood, offers a comfortable & relaxed environment for its lucky owners. • Enormous open-plan living & dining area, plus generous second living room with air-con • The dream kitchen provides a six-burner gas stove, dishwasher, walk-in pantry, stone benchtops & breakfast bar • Spacious north-facing master suite with air-con, a ceiling fan, walk-in robe & a luxurious ensuite • Four additional bedrooms have built-in robes, two have airconditioning, plus there is a sixth bedroom/study. The bonus is the ensuite in the second bedroom at the rear - an excellent option for guests or a relative living with the family • A covered outdoor area overlooks the level, fully fenced backyard, capturing the morning sun and offering a pleasant year-round space for entertaining. Contact: Christopher Plim – 0467 000 222 Katrina Beohm Real Estate

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Property DECEASED ESTATE AUCTION

Mr Property Services Tweed Billabong Park - Tweed Heads South

Palm Lake Resort - Banora Point

11+1

Call Kelvin 0423 028 468 $ 139,000

Call Kelvin 0423 028 468 $468,000

Banksia Waters - Tweed Heads West

Tweed Broadwater Village - Tweed Heads South

40 Tongarra Drive, OCEAN SHORES 2

Call Kelvin 0423 028 468 $389,000

Call Kelvin 0423 028 468 $435,000

View over 50 homes at www.mrpropertyservices.com.au Email: kprice@mrpropertyservices.com.au 139 Minjungbal Drive, Tweed Heads South Phone: 07 5523 3431 Mobile: 0423 028 468

Ocean view, reserve front renovator on absolute prime ridgeline position. Set on a 1174m2 block offering spectacular ocean, coastal and hinterland views. Located in sought after north facing Tongarra Drive, just below the Ocean Shores lookout, opportunity knocks with this two level, 3 bed, 2 bathroom home offering unlimited potential to renovate or replace and rebuild.

www.chincogan.com.au

18 WALKER STREET, CLUNES A lovely, private home in a central Clunes location

Danny Thompson 0414 274 740

sales@chincogan.com.au

Harcourts Northern Rivers

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• 90 Fischer Street, Goonellabah. Fri 12–12.30pm • 1/1 Vera Street Ballina. Sat 9–9.30am • 1/31 Beachfront Parade, East Ballina. Sat

8 Newberry Parade, Brunswick Heads. Sat 10–10.30am 166 Billinudgel Road, Billinudgel. Sat 10–10.30am 9 Galleon Lane, Brunswick Heads. Sat 11–11.30am 10 Goolara Court, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am 2/5 Canowindra Court, South Golden Beach. Sat 11–11.30am • 7 Tathra Glen, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm • 280 The Pocket Road, The Pocket. Sat 12–12.30pm • 3/1 Newberry Parade, Brunswick Heads. Sat 12–12.30pm

Chincogan Real Estate

• 40 Tongarra Drive, Ocean Shores. Sat 11 – 11.30am First National Byron Bay

935.5m2 0411 757 425 tim@millerrealestate.com.au millerrealestate.com.au

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Contact: Nicci Nelson 0488 947 227

Byron Shire Real Estate

• 8 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby. Sat 1–1.30pm

Saturday 23rd July, if not sold prior

Open For Inspection

SOLD

Auction

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11 Coolamon Avenue, Mullumbimby. Fri 11–11.30am 788 Friday Hut Road, Binna Burra. Fri 12–12.30pm 15 Belongil Crescent, Byron Bay. Sat 9–9.30am 7 Red Bean Close, Suffolk Park. Sat 9–9.30am 11 Coolamon Avenue, Mullumbimby. Sat 10–10.30am 6/21–25 Cemetery Road, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am 9 Callistemon Drive, Federal. Sat 10–10.30am 14 Brooklet Road, Newrybar. Sat 10–10.30am 15 Tamarind Court, Suffolk Park. Sat 10–10.30am 56 Charlotte Street, Bangalow. Sat 11–11.30am 6/16 Oakland Court, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am 3 Ocean Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am 13 Stonehenge Place, Lennox Head. Sat 11–11.30am 344 Middle Pocket Road, Middle Pocket. Sat 11–11.30am 54 Leslie Street, Bangalow. Sat 11–11.30am 36 Natan Court, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am 6B Belongil Crescent, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am 66 Fraser Road, Dunoon. Sat 12–12.30pm 788 Friday Hut Road, Binna Burra. Sat 12–12.30pm 29/6–8 Browning Street, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm 3 Lofts Road, Coorabell. Sat 12–12.30pm 11/3 Sallywattle Drive, Suffolk Park. Sat 12–12.30pm 12 Scenic Vista Drive, Ewingsdale. Sat 12–12.30pm 8B Seaview Street, Byron Bay. Sat 12.15–12.45pm 66 Parkway Drive, Ewingsdale. Sat 1–1.30pm 20/6–8 Browning Street, Byron Bay. Sat 1–1.30pm 91 Terania Creek Road, The Channon. Sat 1–1.30pm 236 Graydon Road, Corndale. Sat 2–2.30pm

9.45am–10.15am

• 3/33 McKinnon Street, East Ballina. Sat 9–9.30am • 1/96 Burnet Street Ballina. Sat 10–10.30am • 108 Pimble Valley Road, Crabbes Creek. Sat 10.15 • • • • • • • •

–10.45am 6 Baraang Drive, Broadwater. Sat 10.30–11.00am 26 Anderson Street, East Ballina. Sat 10.30–11.00am 26 Elkhorn Street, Ballina. Sat 11.15–11.45am 17 Fitzroy Street, Wardell. Sat 11.30–12.00pm 76 Balemo Drive, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm 37 Catherine Crescent, Ballina. Sat 12–12.30pm 58 Dolphin Drive, West Ballina. Sat 12.45–1.15pm 21 Whispering Valley Drive, Richmond Hill. Sat 2–2.30pm

McGrath Byron Bay

• 1 Orchid Place, Mullumbimby. Sat 1–1.30pm • 49 Armstrong Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am • 5/137 Broken Head Reserve Road, Broken Head. Sat 12–12.30pm

• 12 Clover Hill Circuit, Bangalow. Sat 11–11.30am • 60 Brandon Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 10–10.30am • 3/27 Kalemajere Drive, Suffolk Park. Sat 1–1.30pm North Coast Lifestyle Properties Brunswick Heads & Mullumbimby

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8 Natan Court, Ocean Shores Sat 10–10.45am 20 Redgate Road, South Golden Beach. Sat 10–10.45am 46 Kallaroo Circuit, North Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.45am 81 Station Street, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.45am 8 Banksia Place, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.45am 11/2 Condon Street, East Ballina. Sat 1–1.45pm

Ray White Rural Bangalow

• 147 Rosebank Road, Rosebank. Thurs 2–2.30pm • 147 Rosebank Road, Rosebank. Sat 11–11.30am Real Estate of Distinction Byron Bay

• 4 Cudgera Creek Rd, Burringbar. Sat 11–11.45am Ruth Russell Realty

• 18 Player Parade Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.45am

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CONVEYANCING

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FINANCE

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Accountants & Bookkeepers ..........41 Acupuncture .................................41 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration....41 Antennas & Installation.................41 Antiques / Restoration ..................41 Architects .....................................41 Automotive...................................41 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters41 Bricklaying....................................41 Building Trades .............................41 Bush Regen & Weed Control ..........41 Carpet Cleaning ............................41 Chiropractic ..................................41 Cleaning .......................................42 Computer Services ........................42 Concreting & Paving......................42 Decks, Patios & Extensions.............42 Dentists ........................................42 Design & Drafting..........................42 Earthmoving & Excavation.............42 Electricians ...................................42 Fencing.........................................42 Floor Sanding & Polishing..............42 Funeral Services............................42 Furniture Maker ............................42 Garden & Property Maintenance....42 Gas Suppliers ................................42 Guttering......................................43 Handypersons...............................43 Health ..........................................43 Hire ..............................................43

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ARCHITECTS

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AUTOMOTIVE

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BLINDS

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CURTAINS

DINGO DEMOLITIONS & ASBESTOS REMOVAL................................. 66834008 or 0407 728998 BUILDER – JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C.............0415 793242

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SHOWCASE DEALER SHOWROOM

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

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CLEANING

BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448

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 VALLEY WAY ELECTRICAL, 15 yrs exp. Domestic, commercial, new builds. Lic 253977c 0475 910622

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

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

RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673.........................................................0429 802355 LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 JP ELECTRICAL All electrical. Level 2 ASP. Solar, data + TV. Lic 133082C.......................0432 289705

ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

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DENTISTS

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All-inclusive and local. $2200 ........................................................................................1300 585778

FURNITURE MAKER

various implements available for limited access projects

5 Stars

CLEANING SERVICE CLEANS: Holiday, Residential, Bond, Commercial, Spring.

Phone Mick 0409 009 024

CONSCIOUS EARTHWORKS • DRAINAGE DESIGN • DRIVEWAYS • PADS • WATERWAYS • ALL ASPECTS OF EARTHMOVING

Email: mickbhl@gmail.com

DETAILED CLEANER/GUEST HOUSE MANAGER All natural products 4.8 Stayz rated..0410 723601 HOUSEKEEPING & CLEANING SERVICES. Reliable/Efficient/Effective Angel5STAR ...........0434 124286

Phone Zac: 0468 344 939

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

CALL BLACK SHEEP EXCAVATIONS 5.5t Digger & Tip Truck Hire

$75/hr + call-out fee of $25–$50.

We provide solutions to Windows computer issues in the convenience of your home. Call Justine today for 0403 546 529 fast, friendly, and affordable service! jjmooters@gmail.com

• Acreage Mowing and Slashing • Vegetation Control • Pruning / Tree Care / Chipping • Rainforest Regeneration Projects

Ph. 0492 250 774

COMPUTER TUITION FOR SENIORS organise photos, email, internet. Gently paced...0491 762711

CONCRETING & PAVING

excavations

CONCRETING

• 1.7T Excavator • Fully insured • Rockbreaker • 300mm and 450mm augers • 3m tipper truck

0430 297 101 / 6684 5437 livingearthgardens.com.au Est. 2010

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

Lic.136717c

ELECTRICIANS

SLOPE MOWING AND SLASHING ࠮ STEEP SLOPES – UP TO 60° ࠮ HEAVY GROWTH SLASHING ࠮ GRASS, LANTANA, TOBACCO AND MORE

0439 624 945 AH 02 6680 4173

Lic No. 337066C

ALL AROUND

DOMESTIC ALL JOBS: SMALL COMMERCIAL OR LARGE 24 HOUR SERVICE Lic: 154293c

CONCRETING

0424 876 155

CONCRETING DRIVEWAYS Shed slabs. All aspects. .....................................................0431 678130

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

Call Mark 0498 115 182 THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refinishing, cable balustrading. Free quotes. Richard...0407 821690 FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING – Specialist deck sanding and oiling. Free quotes ...........0455 573554

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We mow where no man has gone before MULLUM.MOWING@gmail.com. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Murray ............0434 244310

ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753

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

A-Z gardening & maintenance, lawns, acreage, hedges, gutters, p. clean-ups, tip runs ..0405 625697 LEAF IT TO US Specialists in tree services and acreage mowing ....................................0402 487213 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772 RICK’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Mowing, brushcutting, gardening, hedging.........0424 805660 GREEN DINGO for all your mowing and gardening needs. Ph Michael .........................0497 842442 GARDENING, MOWING, WEEDING Handyman jobs, $40 ph. Ph Jordan .....................0434 129966

Lic No 142383C

FREE QUOTES

Call 0493 458 956

GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured .66841778 or 0405 922839

Call Daniel

DECKS

0403 316 711

All aspects gardening & mowing Enhancive garden makeovers

Call James on 0429 888 683 unblockall.com.au

SALISBURY

Free Quotes

Call Paul on

Lic# 378040C

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

Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting. Residential • Civil • Industrial

0414 636 736

FOR ALL YOUR LAST MINUTE EXCAVATIONS

• Software/hardware installation • New PC setup • PC cleaning/virus removal • Improving PC performance.

DARYL 0418 234 302

@ianmontywooddesign

www.360earth.com.au

FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Professional cold & hot water roof & pressure cleaning. ..........0455 5735545

COMPUTER SERVICES

custom furniture and joinery

GAS SUPPLIERS

nichollselectrical@outlook.com

LEVEL 2 ASP ELECTRICIAN

DOMESTIC • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL SERVICING: • Tweed • Byron • Lismore • Kyogle

Free Delivery No Rental Reliable

Locally Owned Est 1996

• Mains installs / alterations • Switchboard upgrades • Meter queries • Tree maintenance near services Matthew Rutland matt.positivelectrical@gmail.com

0439 733 703 NSW Lic# 312117 ASP Lic# 5547 AUTHORISATION# 503808

www.brunswickvalleygas.com • 0408 760 609 www.echo.net.au

Service Directory GUTTERING

LOCKSMITH

PLUMBERS

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

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PAINTING • 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.

ALL-WAYS PAINTING

Gutter guard Gutter cleaning Locally owned Fully insured Free quotes

Call Junior for friendly, genuine advice and service.

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

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

HANDYPERSONS

BYRON BAY

• Domestic & Commercial • Servicing all areas • Workmanship guaranteed • Attention to detail

0438 784 226 • 6685 4154

B Timbs Painting

ALL WORK GUARANTEED

YVES DE WILDE

RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | INDUSTRIAL STRATA | MAINTENANCE SERVICES 24 hr response time guaranteed | Fully Insured

0414 210 222

ASAP Decks, fences, bathrooms, plaster, paint, handy, jobs over $500 ..........................0405 625697

Friendly & Clean

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

Chay 0429 805 081 25 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE Licence No. 207479C

Lic# 378040C

• Drain clearing, inspections & repairs • CCTV camera & location equipment • 1.7T excavator & tipper truck • Fully insured

Call James on 0429 888 683 unblockall.com.au

Ben The Plumber Servicing Mullumbimby, Ocean Shores, Brunswick Heads & Surrounds 30 years’ experience

X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE

HANDY MAN SERVICES Call:

Lic 184464C

Bruce Timbs 6685 1018 or 0413 666 267 Domestic & Commercial

BUILDING SERVICES

Lic No 189144C

Taking on work NOW! Ph: 0427 528 108 Lic: 321191C

X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING

6680 7573 0415 952 494 X www.yvesdewilde.com.au

duluxaccredited.com.au X

LIC 114372C

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

KEEN HANDYMAN SERVICES Repairs, maintenance, gardening, odd jobs ..................0428 679704 HANDYMAN 40 years experience in the building game. The reno master. Call Paul......0422 017072

HIGHPOINT Repairs & handyman services. Painting, plastering & tiling. Michael........0421 896796 HOME MAINTENANCE All aspects. Carpentry, decks, painting, repairs etc. Insured .....0434 705506

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

HEALTH

MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035

REMOVALISTS

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

PEST CONTROL

ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366 MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002 MOVE TO NURTURE PILATES STUDIO & mat classes. Lennox Head ............................0404 459605 AYURVEDA, NATUROPATH, Herbs, Jacinta McEwen – Om Healing..............................0422 387370

6681 6555

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE full body, focal areas, relaxation, or combination. Mark.......0448 441194 THETA HEALING, reflexology and facials. Phone ..........................................................0409 302548

Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

BYRON HERBAL MEDICINE Specialising in arthritis and joint injuries.........................0422 525940

YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS

HIRE

AUSURE BYRON BAY General insurance. Phone Mick Urquhart .................................. 0428 200310

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

PHOTOGRAPHY

Tree Faerie Fotos Professional • Commercial • Personal 30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism

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

www.treefaeriefotos.com • 0417 427 518

6684 2323

PHYSIOTHERAPY

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

LANDSCAPING

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

0429149 533 Est 2006

www.allpestsolutions.com.au

MULLUM HIRE Marquees & all event equipment. Tools & machinery. Pool supplies & service 66843003 THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714 BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018

INSURANCE

Andy’s Move & More

NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288 ANTHONY D’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 PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY In Bangalow with Lisa Fitzpatrick on Wed & Thu ....0422 993141

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth Just give us a ring

• Freight services to Brisbane weekly • Carriers of ﬁne art • Furniture removal • E-bay pick up & delivery

0409 917 646

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PICTURE FRAMING MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10............................0403 734791 BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING. 7/1 Wilfred St. Call for appointment ......66803444

PLASTERING C A WARWICK PLASTERING Free quotes, COVIDSafe. Ph Craig ....................................0413 451186 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853 SUNRISE PLASTERING. No job too small. Renovations + patchworks. Gtd sat. Free quote....0418 992001

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• Sydney • Gold Coast • Brisbane • Melbourne • North Qld • Country • Interstate • LOCAL

02 6684 2198

queries@mullumbimbyremovals.com.au

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Service Directory

North Coast news online

Byron Coast Removals SERVICING THE NORTHERN RIVERS AND BEYOND Competitive rates and packing supplies available 0432 552 067 | 6684 5481 | byroncoastremovals@gmail.com

Leaky showers sealed at a fraction of the cost of re tiling info@theshowersealer.com.au

TRANSPORT

MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don............................................0414 282813 BENNY CAN MOVE IT! .................................................................................................0402 199999

ROOFING

BYRON BUS Co

DOMESTIC • INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL Metal Rooﬁng Installations Guttering • Downpipes • Fascia Skylights • Whirlybird Patios Repairs • Leaf Guard

MONTYS METAL

ROOFING

Call 0490 183 424

arrive@byronbuscompany.com.au

Scotty’s Roof Repairs and

Ph: 0419 443 196

OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ......................................... 0412 161564 or 66841232

Get a Quick Quote Now

TREE SERVICES

CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES The Fully Insured Professionals

TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 4m3 trailer................................................................0408 210772 THIS IS RUBBISH Tipper truck for hire. Call or text Jono...............................................0412 871438

Mark Linder Qualiﬁed Arborist

SELF STORAGE BYRON BAY SELF STORAGE...............................................................................................66858349

0408 202 184 choppychoptrees@bigpond.com

SENTINEL TREE CARE

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

QUALITY, PROFESSIONAL ADVICE & EXPERTISE YOU CAN TRUST

TRINE SOLUTIONS Local sewerage specialists. Plumbers, drainers & gas fitters. Lic 138031C. 0407 439805

Expert Pruning • Cleaning and Removal of Plants Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Stump Grinding

SOLAR INSTALLATION Pioneers of the solar industry Serving Northern NSW since 1998

0421 435 620

www.sentineltreecare.com.au

Electric Lic 124600c

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TELEVISION SERVICES DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas .......... 66843575 or 0414 922786

TILING FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

0408 232 066

TILE & GROUT CLEANING Servicing the Far North Coast for 20 years. Free quotes. Experienced local technicians. ChemDry’s patented cleaning systems.

WINTER SPECIAL: Every 5th m2 FREE

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BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD reg’d. Chartered Valuers ................... 0431 245460 or 66857010 SIMPSON PROPERTY GROUP - Valuation, Advisory & Asset M/ment. Specialists in: Residential, Rural, Commercial & Industrial. www.simsonproperty.com.au..........0400 134562 or 0427 220976

VETERINARY SURGEONS MULLUM VET CLINIC: Richard Gregory, Bec Willis, Mark Sebastian – After hours avail ...66843818

WATER FILTERS

The Water Filter Experts for home, commercial and rural properties

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181

WELDING WELDING & FABRICATION Structural, General, Repairs: Steel, Aluminium & Stainless ..0408 410545

WINDOW CLEANING PRUNING ~ REMOVALS ~ STUMP GRINDING • 20 years local knowledge and experience • Fully insured / free quotes • 19 inch chipper • Bobcat • Cherry picker • Crane truck

www.harttreeservices.com.au &ŝŶĚ ŽƵƚ ŚŽǁ ǇŽƵ ĐĂŶ ĞƌŽ ǇŽƵƌ ƉŽǁĞƌ ŝůů ǁŝƚŚ &ƌĞĞ ƐŽůĂƌ ĞŶĞƌŐǇ

VALUERS

SITE WELDING & LIGHT FABRICATION .......................................................... 0428 352492

Call us on 6679 7228 m 0428 320 262 e sunbeamsolar@bigpond.com w sunbeamsolar.com.au

BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists.............................66805255

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

• Stump Grinding • Bobcat • Cherrypicker • Crane Truck • 18" Chipper

MAN WITH UTE. RETHINK REUSE RECYCLE. Ph Mark ................................................0411 113300

SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66813140 or 0417 698227 BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ....................................................0402 364852

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Your local, qualiﬁed team. Specialists in standalone & grid interact system designs..

Pruning, wood chipping, stump grinding

LEAF IT TO US 4x4 truck/chipper + crane truck. Local, qualified, insured. Free quotes .......0402 487213

Lic: L 13549

Metal & Tile Roofs Experienced & Reliable Same Day Response

Tree & Palm Removal

MARTINO TREE SERVICES .............................................................................Martino 0435 019524

Email: montysmetalrooﬁng@gmail.com www.montysmetalrooﬁng.com.au

Leak Finding

Door to Door Charter Services

Craig Montgomery – 0418 870 362

Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

0412 026 441

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0427 347 380

CLEAN VIEW Prompt, professional, insured. Phone David.............................................0421 906460 GIBSON HOME SERVICES Window cleaning and screen repairs...................................0410 372632

WINDOW TINTING SUNRISE W. T. 3/19-21 Centennial Cct, Byron. Cars, homes, offices, etc. High quality..0412 158478 SURFWAGON - Car/Home/Office tint. Lifetime Warranty. W/sale price.........................0434 875009

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The Echo Service Directory online anytime at

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Classifieds INDEX

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777

Business For Sale............... 45 Caravans ............................. 45 Death Notices ..................... 46

CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

For Sale ............................... 45

PHONE ADS

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

Funeral Notices................... 46 Garage Sales ...................... 45 Garden Maintenance ......... 45 Health Notices .................... 45 In Memoriam ....................... 46 Motor Vehicles .................... 45 Musical Notes ..................... 46 Only Adults ......................... 46 Pets...................................... 46 Positions Vacant................. 46 Professional Services......... 45

6684 1777 AT THE ECHO HEAD OFFICE

Ads may be taken by phone on

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

Village Way, Stuart St, Mullumbimby

EMAIL ADS

To Let................................... 45 To Lease .............................. 46 Tradework ........................... 45 Tree Services ...................... 45 Tuition.................................. 46 Wanted ................................ 45 Wanted To Rent .................. 46

PROF. SERVICES

LINE ADS: $17.00 for the first two lines $5.00 for each extra line $17 for two lines is the minimum charge.

DISPLAY ADS (with a border): $12.85 per column centimetre

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

These prices include GST.

DISCLAIMER

Shared Accommodation .... 45 Social Escorts..................... 46

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

Cash, cheque, Mastercard or Visa Prepayment is required for all ads.

PURA VIDA

WELLNESS CENTRE Brunswick Heads COLON HYDROTHERAPY HYPERBARIC OXYGEN FAR INFRARED SAUNA REMEDIAL MASSAGE + more 66850498

HYPNOSIS & EFT

Simple and effective solutions Anxiety, Cravings, Fears & Trauma. Maureen Bracken 0402205352

HYPNOSIS & NLP www.wendypurdey.com Make profound changes in your life. Achieve personal goals and reach your true potential within every aspect of your life.

LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002

Connecting the Byron Shire Community

HELP YOUR COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – Baristas – – Gardeners – – Food Sorters – – Cleaners – The team at MDNC are searching for some dedicated volunteers to help us continue to support our community.

Contact Volunteer Coordinator Kaz Wednesday – Friday 6684 1286

Saturday 9th July 8a.m. Osho Silent Dynamic meditation 10a.m. Osho Discourse 12 m.d Osho Nataraj Dance Meditation 2p.m. Humming meditation 4p.m. Shaking meditation 6p.m Osho evening meditation Osho my meditation is easy,’singing,dancing sitting silently

Call Shahido 6688 2494

HEALTH

Fully insured • Free quotes

0427 347 380

COUPLES ONLY www.oztantra.com

COMMUNITY FREE HOT BRUNCH FIRST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH • Sausage sizzle • Hot dogs • Sandwiches • Coffee & tea • Fruit Salad

EVERYONE WELCOME Come one come all and join us in a meal or just a chat. Takeaway most welcome: COVID safe rules apply. Frozen takeaway meals now available.

10am to 12pm

In the Ballina Presbyterian Hall Corner of Cherry & Crane. Just behind the Presbyterian Church.

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Cape Byron Steiner School is a vibrant and progressive K-12 school dedicated to the educational principles inspired by Rudolf Steiner. We are currently looking for suitably ȷɖƏǼǣˡƺƳ 0ɖȸɵɎǝȅɵ ƏȇƳ ȒɎǝȅƺȸ ÁƺƏƬǝƺȸɀِ Áǝƺ ɀɖƬƬƺɀɀǔɖǼ ƬƏȇƳǣƳƏɎƺ ɯǣǼǼ ǣƳƺƏǼǼɵ ǝȒǼƳ ɎƺƏƬǝǣȇǕ ȷɖƏǼǣˡƬƏɎǣȒȇɀ ƏȇƳ ǝƏɮƺ ƺɴȵƺȸǣƺȇƬƺ ƳƺɮƺǼȒȵǣȇǕ ƏȇƳ ƳƺǼǣɮƺȸǣȇǕ 0ɖȸɵɎǝȅɵ Ȓȸ ȒɎǝȅƺȸ ɎȒ ɀɎɖƳƺȇɎɀ ǔȸȒȅ k‫ א׏ٮ‬ǣȇ Ə Steiner School. Applications close Monday 18th July. Position description and application process available ailable at https://capebyronsteiner.nsw.edu.au pebyronsteiner.nsw.edu.au

10/4 BINDAREE WAY, O/S Sat 9 July, 7am–12pm.

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal 0408 210 772 MOTOR VEHICLES

• FULLY

INSURED

• PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES

0402 364 852

TOYOTA PRIUS HYBRID 2004, very economical on fuel, 12 months rego, $5K neg. Pls call 0410206627 2009 MERCEDES STATIONWAGON 162K/ km, very good condition, 6 months full rego. $17.5K ono. 0427037033

CARAVANS CARAVANS We buy, sell & consign. All makes & models. 0408 758 688

BUSINESS FOR SALE • Arborist • 15” Wood Chipper • Stump Grinder • Fully Insured Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6681 3140 Mobile 0417 698 227 FOR SALE

KINESIOLOGY

Clear subconscious sabotages. Reprogram patterns and beliefs. Restore vibrancy and physical health. De-stress. Ph 0403125506 SANDRA DAVEY, Reg. Pract.

LEAF IT TO US 4x4 truck/chipper, crane truck, stump grinding. Local, qualiﬁed, insured, free quotes. 0402487213

20 years local experience

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Osho Meditation day

GARAGE SALES 29 COOMBURRA CR, O/S Sat 7am, clothes, books, k/ware, water ﬁlter, misc.

• 19 inch chipper • Stump grinding • Cherry picker • Crane truck • Bob Cat

Eurythmy and Bothmer Teacher

PUBLIC NOTICES

TREE SERVICES

Call Wendy 0497 090 233

DENTURES

Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre

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

RATES & PAYMENT

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

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CLASSIFIEDS THAT WORK ALL WEEK!

Yoga Pilates Yogalates Award winning ing fusion BANGALOW LOW Mon 6–7pm Hatha Slow Flow Sat 8.15–9.30am Yogalates Wed 6–7.15pm Yin Rejuv Yoga Wed & Fri 6.30-7.15am NEW Barre Sweat

SUFFOLK PARK Mon & Fri 10–11.30am Yogalates Wed 6–7pm Hatha Slow Flow SPECIAL: Book in for a month @ $95, try as many classes as you like. See website for additional classes. 0432 047 221 yogalates.com.au

Body Based

Psychotherapy Somatic Practice

Julie Wells Anne Goslett (nee Mannix)

Dip.Som.Psych, Clinical PACFA Reg.

Individual and Couple Therapy Supervision and Coaching (02) 6685 5185 9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay

GARDEN MAINT’

Acreage

Mowing & More hƏȸȸȒƳ xȒȸǕƏȇ‫ژ‬ 0409 362 234

B BRAND NEW, ELECTRA 2021 TOWNIE GO! New circumstances oblige us to sell our N b brand new e-bike. Top quality carry bags, helmet & combo lock all included. Boschh powered, power is 250watts – the max to p qualify as an e-bike in home insurance q policies. Active-line power unit is in middle p of bike for best balance. $3,000 ($4k o original costs). Call Phillip 0466832817

QUALITY SECONDHAND FURNITURE FOR SALE

Bangalow area. Ph 0402061110

BAMBOO PLANTS: clumping, screening, hedging, ﬂowering gingers, bromeliads. Close to Mullum. 0458535760

TO LET

CHEAP 3UMMERLAND ARCHIBALD’S QUARRY PRODUCTS %NVIRONMENTAL Road base, gravel, blue metal and metal s 3EPTIC TANK CLEANING s 'REASE TRAP SERVICING s /ILY ,IQUIDS s 0ORTABLE TOILET HIRE s HOUR SERVICE

1 BDR IN A 2 BDR UNIT Large, bright, near shops. O/S. Avail now. $250pw & bills. Call 0435831164 after 12.

MIELE WASHERS

3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

4HE ,IQUID 7ASTE 3PECIALISTS

SHARE ACCOM.

1BDR DOWNSTAIRS FLAT on acreage, 5 mins Mullum, share with landlord and dog. Suit mature single/couple or single parent with well-trained dog. To share dog & garden care and laughter. $350pw plus bills. Ph 66843084.

Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511

TRADE WORK

PROFESSIONAL HAND-MADE PUPPETS PLUS THEATRE For more info call Cecelia 0400330467

dust. ALL SIZE DELIVERIES. Phone 66845517, 0418481617

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

LOCAL REMOVAL

& backloads to Brisbane. Friendly, with 10 years local exp. 0409917646 BRUNSWICK HEADS 2bdrm, 1bthrm apartment, top ﬂoor in block of four. River views, large back deck, shared laundry and backyard $700p/w avail now. Pets neg. 0419887775 Summerland Storage Bangalow From $105 to $290 per month Call GNF Bangalow 66872833

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TO LEASE FACTORY UNIT Billinudgel Industrial Estate. Phone John 0488551190 IN A CREATIVE SPACE, STUDIO / OFFICE / SHOWROOM Centre of Mullum. $230p/w. 2.5 x 7m inc sink. Also a shared toilet. Text 0403663284 CREATIVE DYNAMIC ART SPACE to share. 50sqm plus. Mullumbimby. $95p/w plus elec. Refs required. Ph 0408809528

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The Echo has contract position to deliver to . GOONENGERRY/MYOCUM/ ANDERSONS HILL – 480 papers MYOCUM/TYAGARAH - 300 papers . Adjoining runs - done together The successful applicant will have an ABN, a reliable vehicle and ideally they will live near the distribution area. They will collect the prepared papers from Mullumbimby abut the middle of the day on Wednesday and will have delivered all the papers by 6pm Wednesday. Suit mature or stable person with a strong throwing arm and tough car. Commencing asap. Email accounts@ echo.net.au or phone 66841777 DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER Private after school care, Lennox Head. Looking for enthusiastic workers to join our team. Must have qualiﬁcations, WWCC, First Aid, driving licence and own vehicle. Experience working with children with ASD a plus. 0475242593 or email resume info@byronbaycare.com.au

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The Echo now has a contract position to insert, fold, bag (wet weather) & deliver The Echo to the following areas: . OCEAN SHORES 900 papers STARTING ASAP – 13 July . This can easily be done by a single person. The successful applicant(s) will have an ABN, a covered area in which to work, and a reliable vehicle and, to make it more proﬁtable, live in the distribution area. They will collect the papers in Mullumbimby on Wednesday morning around 8.30am and have delivered all the papers by 5pm on Wednesday. On some weeks it might be possible to deliver ﬁrst thing Thursday morning. Suit mature or stable person/couple with a strong throwing arm for throwing the papers to residential premises. Some delivery to OS shops requires walking around with the paper. Email accounts@echo.net.au or phone 0266841777

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Forever loved by Ted, Terry, Fiona, Jenny, Michael, Michael, Rachael, Alison, Shane and all the grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Vistara Primary School Full Time Primary Teacher Yrs 4, 5 ,6 Maternity Leave Position Term 1 to Term 4 2023

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Vistara is seeking a vibrant, dedicated primary school teacher to join our wonderful team. We are a not-for-profit, Independent Primary School with three multi-staged classrooms delivering the NESA NSW syllabus. Our classes are small and we aim to maintain a creative and dynamic approach to teaching and learning. Our school’s ethos and Neo Humanist philosophy (see www.vistara.nsw.edu.au) is integrated in to the NESA NSW Syllabus. If you love to work in a beautiful rural setting, with a progressive educational philosophy based on ecology, we want to hear from you. The vaccination mandate has ceased and we are receiving applications from all teachers. The salary is based on the Association of Independent Schools NSW Hybrid Multi Enterprise Agreement. To be considered, applicants must submit the following: 1. CV – incl. full contact details, DOB, previous schools, year levels taught, duration at each school, two referees from two previous schools. 2. A copy of your Dept. of Education Approval to Teach letter. 3. Working with Children Check number. 4. NESA number and level of accreditation. Additional information may be requested before an interview.

Email your applications to: visps@bigpond.net.au Attention: Administrator / Applications close: September 1th 2022 Vistara Primary School, 41 Richmond Hill Rd, Richmond Hill. NSW 2480

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PANKHURST, JUDITH Passed away peacefully at the P.A Hospital, Brisbane with her family at her side. Loved wife of Brian (dec). Much loved Mother of Justin, Jonathan (dec) and Olivia. Loved by her five grandchildren. Judith will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service to be held at St Martins Anglican Church, Mullumbimby on Monday July 11, 2022 commencing at 11am followed by burial at the Mullumbimby Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Leukemia Foundation please. Michael Currie Funerals 6684 6232

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Byron Dog Rescue (CAWI) Very handsome, sweet-natured, desexed male 10-month-old Cattle Kelpie x “Crosbie” is looking for an active new companion or family. Crosbie really is a sweetheart. He’s very shy around new people but once he feels safe and loved, he is super playful and affectionate. He is great with other dogs and will blossom with some dedicated training. Crosbie would suit property or an active companion. Please contact Shell on 0458461935. MC: 934000090261180

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SUN, MOON & TIDES TIMES FOR NEXT 2 WEEKS

LOW HIGH DAY, SUN MOON DATE MOON TIDES, RISE / RISE / TIDES, (July) SET height (m) height (m) PHASE SET 6:39 17:02

11:08 23:22

0039 1.54 1328 1.21

0719 0.47 1900 0.65

7 TH

6:39 17:02

11:38

0127 1.47 1433 1.29

0805 0.44 2013 0.68

6:39 17:03

12:10 0:20

0222 1.40 1539 1.40

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6:39 17:03

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0429 1.28 1741 1.68

1036 0.32

11 M

6:38 17:04

14:14 3:36

0534 1.25 1837 1.81

0002 0.52 1129 0.26

12 TU

6:38 17:04

15:12 4:47

0637 1.24 1930 1.93

0106 0.41 1221 0.22

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6:38 17:05

16:19 5:57

0736 1.25 2023 2.00

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6:37 17:05

17:30 7:01

0831 1.26 2114 2.03

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6:37 17:06

19:53 8:44

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20:59 9:24

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MONTHLY MARKETS 1st SAT Brunswick Heads 0406 724 323 1st SAT Alstonville 0429 019 407 1st SUN Byron Bay 6685 6807 1st SUN Lismore Car Boot 6628 7333 2nd SAT Flea Market, Bangalow 0490 335 498 2nd SAT Woodburn 0439 489 631 2nd SUN The Channon 6688 6433 2nd SUN Tabulam Hall 0490 329 159 6685 6807 2nd SUN Lennox Head 2nd SUN Coolangatta 3rd SAT Mullumbimby 6684 3370 3rd SAT Murwillumbah 0413 804 024 3rd SAT Salt Village Market, Casuarina 3rd SUN Federal 0433 002 757 3rd SUN Uki 0487 329 150 3rd SUN Lismore Car Boot 6628 7333 3rd SUN Ballina 0422 094 338 4th SAT Evans Head 0439 489 631 4th SAT Wilsons Creek 6684 0299 4th SAT Kyogle Bazaar kyogletogether.org.au

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SUN Bangalow 6687 1911 SUN Nimbin 0475 135 764 SUN Murwillumbah 0413 804 024 SUN (in a 5 Sunday month) Coolangatta SAT Flea Market, Bangalow 0490 335 498 SUN Lennox Head 6685 6807 SUN Nimbin 0458 506 000

FARMERS/WEEKLY MARKETS Each TUE New Brighton 6677 1345 Each TUE Organic Lismore 6628 1084 Each WED 7-11am M’bah 6684 7834 Each WED 3-6pm Nimbin 0475 135 764 Each WED 4-7pm Newrybar Hall Each THU 8-11am Byron 6687 1137 Each THU 2.30-6.30pm Lismore 0450 688 900 Each FRI 7-11am Mullum 6677 1345 Each SAT 8-11am Bangalow 6687 1137 Each SAT 8-11am Duranbah Rd (Tropical Fruit World) Each SAT 8am-1pm Uki 6679 5530 Each SAT 8.30-11am Lismore 0466 415 172 Each SAT 8.30-12am Blue Knob Each SUN 7-11am Ballina 0493 102 137

EMERGENCY NUMBERS Please stick this by your phone

AMBULANCE, FIRE, POLICE .......................................................................................000 AMBULANCE Mullumbimby & Byron Bay .................................................131 233 BRUNSWICK VALLEY RESCUE Primary rescue ......................................... 6685 1999 BRUNSWICK MARINE RADIO TOWER..................................................... 6685 0148 BYRON CENTRAL HOSPITAL....................................................................... 6639 9400 POLICE Brunswick Heads......................................................................... 6685 1277 Mullumbimby ............................................................................... 6684 2144 Byron Bay........................................................................................ 6685 9499 Bangalow ........................................................................................ 6687 1404 STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE Storm & tempest damage, flooding..................132 500 AIDS Confidential testing & information (ACON) ............................................ 6622 1555 AL-ANON Help for family & friends of alcoholics...................................1300 ALANON ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 24 hours...............................................1800 423 431 ANIMAL RESCUE (DOGS & CATS) ............................................................. 6622 1881 BYRON COUNCIL: EMERGENCY AFTER HOURS .............................. 6622 7022 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 24 hour crisis line ..............................................1800 656 463 LIFELINE 131 114 MENSLINE 7pm–11pm nightly (phone counselling & referral for men) ...... 6622 2240 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Meets daily ..................................................... 6680 7280 NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE ..................................................................... 6684 1286 NORTHERN RIVERS GAMBLING SERVICE............................................. 6687 2520 NORTHERN RIVERS WILDLIFE CARERS............................................... 6628 1866 KOALA HOTLINE .......................................................................... 6622 1233 WIRES – NSW Wildlife Information & Rescue Service.................... 6628 1898

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Sport dşĈëōƆ ƐëŊĕ żşĶŕƐƆ Ķŕ ǕſƆƐ ëōōȒĪĕŔëōĕ ƆƖſĪ ĕưĕŕƐ Ross Kendall The Le-Ba Ladybirds won the final event of the inaugural, and Australian first, All Women’s Surf Series held at Lennox Head over the weekend. Over 100 women and girls competed in the Challenge Her Team’s Classic, coming from Sawtell, Lennox Head, Byron Bay, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. The youngest surfer was just eight-years-old and the oldest 63-years old. Teams took to the water at Seven Mile Beach in pumping waves of four to six foot. The swell was challenging but rewarding for every level and age of surfer. The teams of eight surfers ranged from beginner through to ex-World Tour professionals, including 1993 World Champions Pauline Menczer and Serena Brook. Teams were made up of four longboard and four shortboard surfers, a format developed by the Surfing NSW Her Wave team to specifically create greater opportunity and inclusivity.

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Plenty of all-women surf action at Lennox over the weekend. Photo Michael Talbot (Surfing NSW) surfers ran out, caught their best wave and returned to shore to tag their next team member. The heats were judged by an all-female judging panel, something Olympic and World Tour Judge Tory Gilkerson said she’s never seen before. ‘Today we’ve got four women judging this event. It’s a pretty amazing day for surfing to be honest. I’m proud to be part of this event and overseeing the judges here today,’ she said. ‘It was just gold! My heart’s singing today with

this event, it’s the way surfing should be and where it should have been long ago,’ said Pauline Menczer who surfed for Lennox All Girls Mermaids. ‘There is nothing like this and it was such a great day for everyone. You’ve got women’s over 60s and girls’ under 10s.’ As well as the main surf team event there were a number of workshops and clinics being held at the Lennox Head Cultural Centre that ran throughout the day, hosted by local and industry professionals.

Bangalow clinches thriller in rugby derby against Byron Bay Ross Kendall Bangalow beat Byron Bay on the final bell 21–20 in front of a home crowd last Saturday after a tough and hard fought contest in the rugby union premiership. Bangalow trailed on the scorecard for the whole game until they were able to convert sustained red-zone pressure with a try in the final stages of the game. On the hooter the conversion went over to give Bangalow the win and joy to nervous supporters.

Muddy work Both teams played quality rugby considering the slippery and muddy conditions after two days of rain. Byron lead 10–0 going into the break after dominating the set pieces. They scored another try after half time, as well as two conversions to keep ahead of Bangalow who were able to keep themselves in the game with two tries, taking the score to 20–14 in the dying minutes. www.echo.net.au

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Try time for Byron Bay, but it wasn’t enough to win the day. Photo Alex Bartlett Byron, with a man in the sin-bin, couldn’t withstand sustained runs at their try line, finally conceding the try and the game. Teale Pyne, Will Latham and Jed Erickson scored tries for Bangalow and Troy Doughty converted all three. Craig Wallace and Joe Grindle scored tries for Bangalow, and Joel Stocks converted them, along with two penalty goals. Man of the Match was awarded to Byron Bay’s Joe Grindle.

The win puts Bangalow well out in front on the competition ladder with 34 points, ahead of Casuarina (21), Wollongbar (20), Ballina (19), Byron Bay 16, Lennox Head 1(12), and Lismore (1). Other games in the round were postponed because of the weather. Earlier in the day, in the second grade fixture, the Mullumbimby Moonshiners scored 55 unanswered points against Kyogle, taking them to fourth place on the ladder.

For the first time in almost 20 years, the NSW Junior Championships and JNJG State Age Championships are being held in the Northern Rivers from Tuesday 5 July through to Friday 8July. The tournaments will include some of the best young golfers in Australia and will be jointly hosted by the Byron Bay Golf Club and the Ocean Shores Country Club. Covid forced the cancellation of the event in both 2020 and 2021. More than 230 players have registered for the junior championship that holds both Golf Australia Order of Merit and World Amateur Golf Ranking status. The four-day 72-Hole Championship is also a qualifier for

Ann Jang will be ready to defend her title this week. Photo supplied both the Men’s and Women’s NSW Open Golf Championship, opening the door for the champion boy and girl to dip their toes into life as a professional golfer. With two-time defending Australian Boy’s Champion Jeffrey Guan competing in the USA, a first time

boys’ winner will emerge from the pack looking to take home the trophy in 2022. The defending Girls’ Champion will be present, with Ann Jang (Toukley Gold Club) looking to go back-to-back after claiming the rescheduled 2021 NSW Junior Championship title at Lynwood Country Club last December. Showing the strength of junior golf across the country right now, an incredible 83 players in the field will enter the tournament on handicaps of scratch or better. All players will play at least one round at both host venues. Players will also contest the JNJG State Age Championships, NSW Junior Champion of Champions, and NSW Country Junior Championships throughout the week.

Decades of volunteering earn prestigious NSW Sports Award Ross Kendall Brenda Zakaras and John Beasley from Lennox Head were two of 19 sports volunteers from a wide cross-section of sports who received a Distinguished Long Service Award at the 2022 NSW Community Sports Awards held at Commbank Stadium in Parramatta last week The Awards recognised outstanding achievements and contributions to community sport in NSW, which is largely carried out by a volunteers. Brenda has been a volunteer at Lennox Head Football Club since its inception in 1978. She was integral in getting the club off the ground and continues to be a pillar of the club today. She has held many positions over the years including Secretary, Treasurer, and team manager. Her greatest contribution to the club is the running of the canteen, which she has done for over 40 years without any remuneration. The canteen provides significant fundraising to the club and is used to improve facilities at Lennox Head Football Club.

Unsung heroes John is a member of Lennox Head-Alstonville Surf Life Saving Club and has demonstrated distinguished service to the movement for over six decades and has received a number of

Brenda received her award from Minister for Tourism and Sport, Stuart Ayres. Service and Recognition Awards. These include being honoured as a Life Member of Surf Life Saving NSW in 1978, Life Member of Surf Life Saving Australia in 1999, and his 60 Year Long Service Award in 2014. Beasley has also been honoured with an award only few members have achieved, which is the 60 Year Officiating Award at the 2022 State Championships. John is also Life Member at several locations, including: Central Coast Branch, Far North Coast Branch, Lennox Head SLSC, and The Entrance SLSC. John was also recognised as the Senior Citizens of the Year for Ballina Shire and continues to volunteer and support Surf Life Saving activities in various

roles at this time. Sport NSW Chairperson, Carolyn Campbell congratulated Zakaras and Beasley on their Awards. ‘Volunteers such as Brenda and John are the backbone of community sport in NSW,’ said Ms Campbell. ‘They are the dedicated, hard-working individuals who contribute countless hours to enable thousands of men and women, girls and boys, to enjoy the health and social benefits of community sport each weekend. ‘They are the unsung heroes on which sports clubs and sports communities are built, and we are delighted to honour their unflagging, dedicated work with this prestigious Award,’ she said.

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Backlash ICYMI The Flood Recovery Centre has been relocated to the Mullumbimby CWA Hall for this week, and probably next week too, say Council staff. This is because repairs are being done to the Civic Hall. The Centre is open Mon–Wed from 9am–4pm.

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Now Sydney is experiencing extreme flooding, will governments quickly mobilise for climate change adaption? They could start by not approving new coal mines. More than 30,000 residents in the Hawkesbury-Nepean were given flood evacuation orders and warnings, and the NSW SES said on Monday, ‘Seven evacuation centres have been established and one large animal centre’. ‘The first “return with caution” notice has been issued to residents in the Plough and Harrow Dam areas’. US news organisation, Bloomberg, reports that ‘[Oracle Corporation cofounder] Larry Ellison is turning his Hawaiian island into a paradise for the super-rich, and pricing out the families who have lived there for generations’. Seems odd that the fine for driving your car into protestors, like what happened last week in Sydney, is $469, and three demerit points, while putting your body on the road to protest the lack of climate action can be a fine of up to $22,000 and two years jail. If Ghislaine Maxwell is guilty, isn’t Prince Andrew guilty too? And also, please tell us all the names of the one percenters she and Epstein serviced.

Former Senator Rex Patrick is pushing for the National Archives to release documents about former PM John Howard and former Foreign Affairs Minister Alexander Downer’s dealings with Timor-Leste in the 2000s, Michael West Media reports in his latest efforts to air the secret trials of whistleblower/ lawyer Bernard Collaery. US environmental lawyer, Steven Donziger, remarked last week, ‘A real lesson for all of us comes from Ecuador, where indigenous leader, Leonidas Iza, led a successful 18-day national strike that resulted in lower gas prices and a end to new oil drilling in the Amazon’. Congrats Bluesfest, their 2022 event ranked number one highest grossing Australian event for the first six months 2022, according to the mid-year report by Pollstar, the international bible of the live music industry. Globally, Pollstar says Bluesfest was number nine for box office sales. On factor contributing to bee losses around the world is the Varroa destructor mite, and now Australia has confirmed cases and around Newcastle, north of Sydney and west of Coffs. The ABC resports 19 emergency zones have been established by NSW Department of Primary Industries. NSW Farmers Biosecurity Chair, Ian McColl, said in a statement: ‘It was clear biosecurity screening protocols at our borders were clearly not at the standard required, and it is time for the federal government to urgently fix the system before it is too late’.

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