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Welcome

Since printing the last issue the Chunky Monkey Creative team has been very busy putting together a map of the Russellton Industrial Estate as well as travelling around the local area to bring you the places we love. Oh and Bailey has turned 10 months old and has found that walking around the studio pulling on chairs and chewing everything he can reach and saying Dad! Dad! Dad! and Mumumumum is far more interesting than just playing on a rug. Didn’t think I would have to have the birds and bees talk with my son for a few years yet but after taking Bailey down the main street of Alstonville on Valentines Day, he got hugs, kisses, flowers and even a balloon from several of the amazing local shop owner girlfriends he has apparently found. We then decided to have two hours to ourselves for a romantic dinner and doubled up on babysitters (Daddy’s mistake) so little Bailey scored himself a double date for his first Valentines Day. The coupons are back again and don’t forget that the more you cut out and use these coupons the more likely local business will be to continue to offer our local residents these great savings opportunities. We would like to thank the local community as we have received a lot of positive and constructive feedback from residents in and around town. Especially at the Twilight Christmas Markets where we met so many lovely characters at our stall. We have also been having discussions with the Chamber of Commerce and local business owners about the future direction of the winter issue and beyond.

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Several changes have been made from the last issue including the decision to wrap the cover photograph around the entire cover as it will hopefully help to make our Magazine stand out in the mail when delivered.

Once again, we hope that you will enjoy reading Two Four 7 Seven as much as we did putting it together.

Chamber News

Alstonville CBD Map Places we love

Emigrant Creek Dam & Killen Falls I love my shop

Art from the Heart

Community Services

Thank you to all the contributors for the Autumn Issue of the Two Four 7 Seven Magazine. Special thanks to Rachel Elizabeth Photography for the use of her stunning images for our wedding feature and to the Alstonville Plateau Historical Society for their continued help with information on our area. For Winter Issue advertising details and deadlines please see page 29.

No part of this magazine (including editorial photographs and artwork) may be reproduced in any form without the express written permission of the publisher. The views expressed in Two Four 7 Seven magazine are not necessarily the views of the publisher. The publisher believes all information to be true and correct at the time of printing. No liability can be accepted for errors. Please check information directly with advertisers or venues as times and dates can be changed without warning. Maps within Two Four 7 Seven are created with the intention of using as basic overview only.

Scouts & Community Transport Events

Weddings of the Plateau

Recipe

Tuna Pasta Bake

Crawford House Museum

Wollongbar

Map & Feature Article Things we love

Russellton Industrial Estate Map & Feature Article

Chamber news

Lisa Dillon | AWCC President

Hope you all enjoyed the Christmas best-decorated business competition in December. Many businesses went to a great deal of trouble, and their windows and interiors looked fantastic! Not only that, but several business owners and staff dressed up for judging day as well! Ashley and his team at Alstonville Quality Meats (who won first prize in the competition) created much mirth and admiration with their costumes - so much so that a costume competition will probably be added next Christmas. The Christmas markets, associated with the Carols by Candlelight, were a great success too. This year we hope that changes to our Public Liability insurance will mean that stall holders will be covered under the Chamber's policy, which will make it possible for many more people to sell their wares. The Chamber calendars, produced from our earlier photographic competition, were on sale from late October, with approximately 500 being sold. There was plenty of positive feedback (beautiful photos, small enough to post, high quality), and some not-so-good (too small, too expensive, calendars are becoming obsolete in favour of phones). The 2013 photo competition will be launched soon, but the question of whether to produce a calendar this time, is still to be decided. The aim of the calendar was to provide a product that would promote our beautiful area to the outside world, with the funds from their sale being put back into future promotional activities. Some feedback we received from one of our points-of-sale was that the calendars should have supported a charity. However, the Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organisation itself (albeit not a charity), which is run by volunteers. All profits must therefore go back into Chamber activities. These activities aim to support our local businesses and to foster a vibrant local economy. Some interesting events are being considered for this year (of which more next time). However, one of the challenges for the Chamber of Commerce is lack of man-power (or people-power if we wish to be politically correct). While we would love to organise a fun event (a bed-race and a beanie competition were two that were suggested), our Chamber executive members have their hands very full with the administration of the Chamber, attending various meetings, lobbying Government departments, keeping our members informed, and so on. So if any members of the community would be interested in joining the Chamber to help with promotional events, please contact me. The next Chamber of Commerce meeting is on Tuesday, March 5th, 5.30pm, with a sausage sizzle and drinks provided by the Chamber. The venue is the Alstonville Garden House in Wardell Road (just beyond the Rous Road turnoff, on the right). Please RSVP to our secretary, Marg: info@alstonvillewollongb.com.au Visitors very welcome.

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Places we love Killen Falls located just below the Emigrant Creek dam at Fernleigh is a spectacular waterfall dropping into a large, cool waterhole within a rainforest gully. Ferns and mosses thrive in this moist location. The sub-tropical rainforest remnant is roughly 2.7 hectares in size and surrounds the waterfall. This particular location remained out of reach for early logging and farming due to its steep and rugged terrain.

An opportunity exists to walk down to the waterfall and explore behind the waterfall in the dark realms of a large cave. Beware though as the cave is valuable habitat to several species of bats, some of which are threatened species so please be quiet. Back outside the cave, the rainforest beholds a large diverse selection of flora species local to the area. There are also many threatened species of plants that thrive in this protected gully. Some protected and threatened species of fauna exist here too that include the platypus, water dragons and rainforest pigeons. There are two beautiful walks that you can do from the Emigrant Creek Dam car park the Water Walk

and the Boodgeragah Walk. The Water Walk is a 200m wheelchair-accessible educational trail, which takes you through recently replanted rainforest from the car park to a lookout over the dam. The tall and shady (make sure you pack some mozzie repellent) rainforest trees, which you walk through, have all been planted since 2003! The Boodgeragah Walk is about 500 metres long and takes you through regenerating rainforest along Emigrant Creek, downstream of the dam, to the very top of Killen Falls. This is a very special place and has one of the remaining stands of intact Big Scrub rainforest in this area. Boodgeragah is the Wi-abul word for fig tree and, on this walk; you will find an ancient fig tree guarding the base of these spectacular falls. The track is quite rough, especially compared with the Water Walk, so please take care. Those adventurous enough to follow what appears to be an older track that veers off of the main path towards the end on the right can take the very steep and sometimes slippery track down to the creek itself and then walk upstream a short way

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Emigrant Creek Dam & Killen Falls to the caves under the falls and the beautiful swimming hole. Picnic Spots There are a few picnic spots near Emigrant Creek Dam, which are accessible from the car park. • At the top of Water Walk, near the lookout over the dam, there is a picnic table under the shade of the newly grown rainforest. • For the more adventurous, take the 500 metre Boodgeragah Walk down Emigrant Creek and picnic at Killen Falls. Please remember that there are no bins at Killen Falls and you are expected to return to the car park with your trash and use the bins there. Rous Water, Ballina Council and the Big Scrub Rainforest Land care Group have all combined their resources and knowledge to rehabilitate the riparian zone of Emigrant Creek and suppress the weeds threatening this valuable rainforest remnant. Drive to Tintenbar then turn onto Friday Hut Rd for about 3km. Turn right into Killen Falls Rd and the carpark is 400 metres away.

· You are part of a united and respected voice on issues affecting your local business community. · You will have the opportunity to host regular meetings and events to promote your business. · You will be provided with information on seminars, events and workshops to support your business. · You will be provided with access to information, tools, products and services to help adapt to political, economic, social and technological change. · You will have access to the resources of a global business organisation. · You will receive a 20% membership discount if you join the NSW Business Chamber. · You will meet like-minded, friendly people with whom you can exchange ideas. · It’s all about YOU and YOUR local business community.

I love my shop What was the inspiration behind your shop? ‘Art from the Heart’ Collections was inspired and created out of love for art and nature in our gallery, to showcase art in various mediums and styles.

How did the idea for ‘Art from the Heart Collections’ begin? After 11 years of operating Video Ezy now known as Alstonville DVD, we were able to incorporate ‘Art from the Heart’ collections in store. Now we are able to provide the people of Alstonville, Wollongbar and surrounds quality art supplies catering for beginners, students and the professional artist. What products do you stock? We stock the complete range of Chroma and Atelier Artist quality acrylic paint as well as the only ‘Daniel Smith’ professional

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watercolour stockist in the area. Also stocking a variety of artist technique books in various mediums, pastel, water colour, papers, charcoal sticks, kids art packs, canvases, easels and more. Talk to us about your favourite art product, we will order it in for you. Our gallery offers a selection of original quality artworks to enhance any wall in the home or office. Resident artist Kathleen Harding uses the Atelier range of acrylic paints, oil and pastel mediums as well as mixed media in her work. Other artists artworks now in store. Your favourite product? Ms Versatile! Beautiful silk and Chiffon creations for every woman – anytime! One size fits all, new fabulous colours and patterns in store now. For the ladies, we stock a range of fashion jewellery perfect

to compliment your day / evening wear and of course your Ms Versatile! New popular items you stock? Soy wax candles: Mmmm drift away with sensuous fragrance all day or all nightlong. 100+ hours burn time with delicious natural fragrance. Now discover our soy wax massage candles aromatic and sensuous, soothing and relaxing. New product lines coming soon. March special offer ALL MONTH - 10% OFF discount on art supplies and paintings!!! SAVE THIS DATE... 20th APRIL 2013 We are proud to introduce the new ‘Free Flow’ acrylic paint with demonstrations by Margaret Kirman Saturday 10am to 1pm. Margaret is an accomplished artist and teacher. Book now to secure your place by calling instore or phoning 6628 1940.

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Introducing Ballina Region Community College

allina Region Community College has recently relocated to 494 Bruxner Highway, Alstonville.

The move has enabled the college to provide more classrooms and facilities. Narelle Millar, Executive Officer of the college, boasts, 'Our student lounge has the best view. On a clear day you can see beyond the Ballina bar!' The college's new premises mean an increase in the number of general purpose and computer training rooms. There is even a 50 seat conference room available for hire, with its own catering facilities. The college is now poised to more efficiently and professionally meet the ever changing demands of the local training market.

People wishing to work in areas such as Aged Care, Children's Services or Training and Assessment need to be aware of major changes to these qualifications which have recently been introduced and which have implications for students. One thing is certain, to be competitive in today's market place it is essential to maintain currency of your skills and qualifications. Contact the college to see how training can help you. The Australian government has recently announced the introduction of a national Unique Student Idenitfier (USI) in 2014. This will make it much easier for individuals to track their qualifications, training entitlements and records of achievement.

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Be Prepared for New Adventure! 1st Alstonville Scouts are up and running in 2013, with heaps of fun on offer! And you can come and “try before you buy”.

Group Leader Malcolm Crawford is looking forward to another great year. “We invested many new members last year. The boys and girls are keen and excited to learn new skills, make new friends, and have fun. We are hoping to build on that this year, as the word spreads that Scouts are back to stay in Alstonville.” 1st Alstonville Scouts consists of Joeys (67.5yrs), Cubs (7.5-10.5yrs), Scouts (10.5-15yrs) and Venturers (15-18yrs), and is open to girls as well as boys. Come and try it out – the first 4 weeks are free! In January some of our Scouts headed to

South Qld for nearly 2 weeks of awesome adventure and fun at the Scout Jamboree. Emily Griffin posted this on the group’s facebook page when she was there: “We are having so much fun!!! JAMBOREE IS AMAZING.” Plans are already underway for the next Jamboree, in 2016.

The Scout Group wish to thank the local community for helping them raise muchneeded funds last year for equipment through ‘Scout Job Week’ and their raffle. In July Cubs and Scouts answered calls from local residents to weed, mulch, wash cars, dishes and dogs, tidy yards and sweep paths. They raised an outstanding total in excess of $500 – greatly exceeding previous years’ sums. “I love helping people with odd jobs. It’s great!” said Cub Scout Andrew Payne. He’s eager to help out local residents in this year’s

Community Transport Social outings occur twice a month and go to various locations around the Northern Rivers for a fare of $12 includes morning tea (lunch is at the expense of the client). Examples of outings: The Channon Tavern & Art Gallery, Nimbin candle factory and lunch at Nimbin Bowling Club, Evans Head, Kyogle Golf Club, Op Shops and Art Galleries, Iluka, Maclean.

residents are every Monday and Thursday in the morning and the client is home by lunchtime. Both the driver and attendant assist the client with loading their shopping onto the bus and take it to their front door on return. Also there is a run into Ballina Fair each Wednesday.

Starts around 9am and depending on distance travelled clients are usually home by 4.30pm.

Tweed Byron Ballina Community Transport is a HACC funded service with the eligibility criteria being that clients are frail aged and living independently or younger with a disability.

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Job Week. Check local papers for details closer to July. 1st Alstonville Scouts are always looking for new leaders. Training is provided through the Scouts Australia Institute of Training, which is accredited to award nationally-recognised VET qualifications in Leadership and Management. If you want adventure and the chance to learn life skills, come along to the Scout Hall on Gap Rd Alstonville (opposite the hockey fields). Joeys meet Wed 5.30pm – 6.30pm, Cubs Wed 6.45pm – 8.15pm, Scouts Thurs 6.30pm – 8.30pm and Venturers Tues 7pm – 9pm. Contact Malcolm Crawford for further information on 0414 280 692 or malcolm.crawford2@bigpond.com

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Grace School of Deportment & Grooming Grace School of Deportment and Grooming was established by Elizabeth Lund. The school has been achieving amazing result’s with local teens for over 4 years now, assisting them with their selfesteem, encouraging them to hold their head high and believe in themselves.

The teenage world is not an easy one to exist in there is a lot of unwelcomed pressure, judgement and often confusion regarding where they fit in. It’s no wonder why the courses Elizabeth runs have been welcomed and thoroughly embraced by our community. Elizabeth, a local mother of 4 children has been involved in this industry all of her life. As her mother Denise Lund ran a Model & Casting agency along with Deportment and Grooming School on the NSW Central Coast for more than a decade. “Some of my earliest memories are attending classes with my mother watching on as the girls would catwalk, learnt makeup techniques, corrected their posture and talked self-esteem. In my teens I move onto assisting with teaching, attending castings myself and was often on location with fashion events and shooting commercials”. “Once my mother retired, I went on to marry and have a family of my own. I am now a mother of 4 sons – my boys are incredible young men and we are very close. Our school puts a strong emphasis on building positive relationships and there is defiantly a special bond that develops over the duration of the course between the students, myself and our wonderful tutors”.

Lessons taught at grace are very much life lessons - and often the message their mothers are telling them. It’s just that as teens we don’t tend to want to hear them from our parents. This is where I see the value in hearing these messages in a positive environment with like-minded girls of extreme value. We are not about seeking approval of others or changing our appearance to conform to media’s image or ideal. The girls are encouraged to learn and develop their own style and stand tall amongst a crowd. Our courses run during the school holidays and consist of a 4 day intensive program with a graduation and fashion parade on completion of the program – a certificate is issued for the course. Grace Deportment is a major sponsor of the “Miss Country Girl Australia Quest” This year, long term Grace student “Liberty Bennett” will be heading to Sydney to compete in the final with the chance to win a Modelling contract with a prestigious Sydney agency – and of course Elizabeth will be travelling to Sydney to watch and support Liberty at the final. Elizabeth is also involved in styling and presenting fashion events at Lismore square. “I have always found Events to be a very exciting aspect of this industry and this year I will be furthering my study in events management at university”. The next course will run from the 15th – 18th April, at the Lennox Head Community Centre. Some of the topics covered in our courses are Age appropriate make-up, Skin care, Etiquette, Posture & Catwalk Modelling, Speech & Social Etiquette. Phone Elizabeth for further details on 0427 918 400.

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Byron Bay International Film Festival From 9am each day www.bbff.com.au

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Newcastle Permanent's Cinema Under the Stars - FREE EVENT The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

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Bluesfest Blues & Roots Music Festival Byron Bay www.bluesfest.com.au

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Alstonville Orchid Show Alstonville Shopping Plaza

Our Kids Day Out Ballina Missingham Bridge Amphithreatre, Ballina 9am to 2pm www.ourkids.org.au

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Ballina Bridal Expo 9:30am to 4pm www.ballinarsl.com.au/bridalexpo

Autumn Arts Extravaganza Nimbin 10am to 5pm www.nimbinartistsgallery.org

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Anzac Day Anzac Day Celebrations Street marches and ceremonies will be held in Alstonville. For further details please contact the Alstonville RSL Sub Branch

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Ballina to Byron Bay Charity Walk Missingham Bridge Park 7am www.ballinatobyronbaywalk.com.au

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Bangalow Lions Billycart Derby From 7am www.bangalowbillycart.com.au

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Community Programs If you told your friends you were going to MOPS and that your child was a MOPPET what would they think? That you had taken up a job cleaning and that you were training your Preschooler to follow in your footsteps? Well, you can actually be a MOPS Mum without even looking at a bucket or MOP! In fact you can even do MOPS with a cup of coffee in one hand, a yummy piece of cake in the other, and know that your little MOPPET is safely being looked after and entertained by wonderful working with children safety approved volunteer carers. MOPS mums are Mothers of Pre-schoolers, and MOPPETS are their preschool children (aged 0-5years). MOPS Australia states: “MOPS gets Mums. We understand the unique needs, challenges and joys in this vital season of early mothering. At MOPS every mum is welcomed, accepted and challenged to reach her potential and recognise her influence with her family and her world. A MOPS group is a dynamic,

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inviting environment where women can come just as they are to build friendships, be encouraged and gain practical parenting strategies, while children are lovingly cared for in a MOPPETS program.” MOPS at Alstonville has been running for just over 10 years at the Alstonville Baptist Church every second Friday during school Term, with currently about 50 Mums on our books. It is organised by a team of young Mums from various churches in the area from Lismore to Ballina to Evans Head, and is nondenominational and non-confrontational, with mums from all walks of life. A team of 5 mentors including founding team mentor Merlene Hellyar, is there to give support to the Mums in a non-judgemental way. Informative videos and entertaining local guest speakers provide a wide range of relevant topics for the Mums. Speakers have included: our Mentors Sue Chamberlain,

Meg Binks, Merrilyn McKay and Gwen Andrews as well as Dr Paul Earner and his wife Lesley, Jo from “Fit Mums ‘N” Bubs”, and Pastor Jennie Clarke. There are amazing craft activities for the Mums organised by our craft co-ordinator for this year Natalie Chapman. MOPS extends past the fortnightly get-together, with many Mums getting together for coffee and “play-dates” with their children, and family get-togethers. For more information about MOPS go to www.mops.org.au and our Facebook Page MOPS at Alstonville. Maybe you too would like to become a MOPS Mum, or maybe you would like to help out as a MOPPETS Carer. We are always happy to have new help with our ever increasing numbers.

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Alstonvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Own Marriage Celebrant Weddings are undoubtedly a highlight in the life of every couple. This is one of the few times that couples come together to openly declare their love and commitment to each other and to share their love in a joyful celebration with their loved ones. Whether they wish for a ceremony that evokes romance, fun, poignancy, or all of the above, each couple will rely on the celebrant to work along side them to create their own personal ceremony. Contact me for information, guidance and dedicated support for this very special day. Phone: Email:

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Weddings on the Plateau 1. The Cake

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Sugar Craft Cakes by Rachel Hayes Specialising in creating beautiful coture cakes since 2010. Our unique designs not only look fabulous but taste amazing too. If it is a wedding, engagement, birthday or christening cake you are after look no further, Sugar Craft Cakes' attention to detail and striking cake design will be the centre piece and talking point at your next special event. Contact Rachel on 0427 867 414.

Linda Beltrame As a local resident what I value most is the village lifestyle. I've met so many lovely people in my role as a marriage celebrant and enjoy sharing the many delightful aspects of a couple bringing all their family and friends together to celebrate their happiness. Aside from the essential services of providing legal information, a range of ceremonies and quality readings or rituals to choose from, I also find creative expression in providing a momento of the ceremony for the couple, and a wedding certificate with the beautiful work of a local calligrapher. See advert for contact details P. 15

5. Ceremony

Amaze 'n' Place From May this year, Amaze 'n' Place will be offering a unique, romantic and funky setting for your wedding ceremony and wedding photos - in the maze! Access will be easy (no lost guests, bride or groom), there will be seating for approximately 40 guests, with standing room for others. See advert for contact details P. 10

6. The Entertainment

Laura Caitlin Jensen An experienced & captivating performer specialising in music entertainment for weddings & functions. Performing either solo, duo, trio or with a band, in a variety of styles depending on what you require for your special event. Performing at events in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Northern NSW. Contact Laura on 0427 763 653 or visit www.lauracaitlinjensen.com.au

7. The Reception

Alstonville Florist For many brides, one of the most challenging experiences can be finding the right florist. Alstonville Florist has worked with hundreds of brides and guided them though the steps of capturing their style, choosing their flowers and identifying the special extras that add so much to a perfect wedding day. Our team of national award winning florists are passionate about wedding floristry and ensuring every bride’s day is ‘flower’ perfect. See advert for contact details P. 11

Summerland House Farm A truly unique experience for your special day. Stroll along the boardwalk, wander along pathways through tropical gardens ~ relax & enjoy this special moment. The gardens offer lovely grassed areas that are perfect for ceremonies, predinner drinks & canapes. They provide the perfect backdrop for photo’s and a place for guests to unwind and celebrate. Receptions may be held inside the restaurant, out in the courtyard or within the gardens. Our inside dining area seats up to 170 people comfortably or can be partitioned for smaller groups. Courtyards seat approximately 50 people depending on set up and marquees can be added to the gardens grassed areas. See advert for contact details P. 23

4. Invitations

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3. The Florist

Chunky Monkey Creative Your wedding invitation is your guest’s first impression of the style and character of your wedding. Wedding stationery can be as elaborate or as simple as you wish. We also have a variety of card stocks and can add distinctive finishes such as foil, embossed, raised and round corners. See advert for contact details P. 9

Alstonville Garden House A Gift voucher from the Alstonville Garden House will ensure the couple start their new journey together in style. Whether it is plants for the garden, a range of giftware’s or furnishings to decorate their home a voucher is a perfect gift for the couple to turn their house into a home. See advert for contact details P. 9

Rural Romance

Is there anything more beautiful than a wedding in our lovely area? There are so many choices, ceremonies, venues and locations for photographs, we have such a variety. You could have photos by the beach, river, bush, rainforest, fields or gardens so the choice seems endless. We hope this wedding feature will help provide you with a starting point for your 'Wedding on the Plateau'.

Wedding Planning

You're engaged and happily contemplating a future with the love of your life. Amidst all the exhilaration and pleasures of being engaged, you are now faced with so many wedding decisions. Sitting down to plan and co-ordinate your wedding can be both stressful and fun for you and your partner. We have placed a quick guide below of what to organise once your engaged to help make your journey a little smoother. We wish you all the best for your forth-coming marriage. Step 1: Plan Your Budget – Work this out before making any decisions to save any future headaches. Attending Bridal Fairs will also help with planning. Step 2: Find Your Venues – Booking your venues will dictate the actual date of the big day. Step 3: Your Guest List – Keep it simple and start with people closest to you. Step 4: Choose Your Stationery – This will plan the style of your wedding, organise save the date cards, invitations, place cards and thank you cards. Step 5: Arrange The Photographer – Book as soon as possible to lock in a date. Step 6: Select Your Rings – If you are after a custom make or need resizing this will allow time for changes Step 7: Choose Your Dress, Bridal Party Clothing, Florist and Honeymoon. Step 8: Organise a celebrant, transport and entertainment Step 9: Select Your Cake, hairdresser, makeup artist and Gift List. Step 10: Buck's & Hen's Night – With all this organising plan some fun, you deserve a night all about you. Make sure it is a few weeks before incase of injury Two weeks before the big day finalise your decorations, seating plans, rehearsals and confirm all your bookings to avoid any mishaps.

9. The Hair

O! Hair O! Hair... the creators of divine hair and makeup. Personalised especially for you to suit any occasion. See advert for contact details P. 8

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10. The Rings

Gem Array Jewellers Your rings are a symbol of love, let the staff at Gem-Array help you find that special piece that is you. Select from our range of wedding and engagement rings or let us design and create a unique piece for you and you alone. See advert P. 15

11. Celebrants

Elizabeth Waggott For most people, a wedding ceremony is one of the most important events in their lives. A civil celebrant can provide a beautiful and meaningful ceremony in almost any location. Each is individually customised to the couple's particular style. Elizabeth will take the time to meet with you before the occasion to make sure she fully understands your ideas and wants,

providing you with the best possible outcome. See advert P. 19

12. The Bridesmaids

Candylane For all your bridal party fashion needs visit Candy. She will be able to help you find beautiful bridesmaid dresses to match any style as well as dress the ladies of any guest list. See advert P. 21

The Photographer

Rachel Elizabeth Photography The most momentous keepsake that remains from your special day are your wedding images. Rachel is a professional wedding photographer and prides herself on capturing your special day in an elegant and vibrant way that you will cherish forever. Rachel tailors wedding packages to suit every budget. Meeting with each couple prior to their wedding to discuss and plan individual ideas. See advert for contact details P. 19 Thank you to Rachel Elizabeth Photography for the use of your stunning wedding images used throughout this issue.

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Current Exhibitions at Crawford House Museum Don’t miss our current exhibition, “Heads, Necks, Hands and Tootsies”, featuring costume accessories from the Museum’s collection. From Grandpa’s bowler to hats fit for the Queen; from mink and crocheted collars to Christian Dior gloves, it highlights what we have always known - that many accessories were status symbols! You will feel proud when you see the Akubra hats which are a distinctive part of our culture; and baby boomers will be reminded of accessories which were worn with love and pride in the 1940s and 1950s but are rarely seen today. The exhibition finishes on Sunday 10 March.

medical bag and weigh your baby on the scales from both St Leonards Maternity Hospital and the Baby Health Centre which was located in Crawford House. Everyone has an interest in health, so visit this exhibition and see how services have changed and our medical knowledge expanded over the past 100 years. The exhibition finishes on Sunday 5 May.

Museum Events

Sunday 10 March – Last day of “Heads, Necks, Hands and Tootsies: Costume Accessories” exhibition, Crawford House Museum, 1pm – 4pm (also on Friday 1 March 10am – 4pm, Sunday 3 March 1pm – 4pm and Friday 8 March 10am – 4pm)

Sunday 17 March – Monthly meeting of Alstonville Plateau Historical Society, Crawford House Museum is at 10 Community Resource Centre, Crawford Wardell Road Alstonville and is open House Museum at 2pm. Visitors welcome.

on Fridays 10am - 4pm and Sundays 1pm – 4pm. Phone: (02) 6628 1829. Email: info@aphsmuseum.org.au. Web: www.aphsmuseum.org.au.

Friday 22 March – First day of Alstonville’s Medical Milestones” exhibition, Crawford House Museum, 10am – 4pm (runs till Sunday 5 May on Fridays 10am – 4pm and Sundays 1pm – 4pm)

Starting on Friday 22 March is the Currently the Historical Society exhibition that we’re holding as part is finding out if there was an Sunday 21 April – Monthly meeting of Honour Roll at Wollongbar? Alstonville Plateau Historical Society, of the National Trust Heritage Festival, “Alstonville’s Medical Milestones”. Using The Historical Society would also like Community Resource Centre, Crawford items from the Museum’s collection, help to identify details for records House Museum at 2pm. Visitors welcome. the exhibition will introduce the and photos of soldiers that only doctors, nurses, chemists and dentists have initials for the Tintenbar Shire. Sunday 19 May – Monthly meeting of Alstonville Plateau Historical Society, who have given often selfless service If you can help please contact Ian or Community Resource Centre, Crawford to the small rural village of Alstonville. Alison on 0266 281 829. House Museum at 2pm. Visitors welcome. Find out what was in Doctor McGill’s Two Four 7 Seven Magazine would also like to give a special thanks to the Alstonville Plateau Historical Society for the use of their information and photos throughout this Issue.

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21 Healing hands make happy hounds Humans are not the only species to benefit from massage. A new Northern Rivers practitioner is also bringing relief to ageing and injured dogs through her innovative new practice.

arthritis, persistent injuries, postoperatively to improve circulation, and as palliative care, to ease pain. Massage can be soothing and calming, or stimulating and invigorating, depending on how it’s carried out.”

Remedial masseur Sonya Newman has been easing the tired muscles of humans for almost a decade but is now also applying her considerable expertise to their beloved pets. Assisting dogs to enjoy greater mobility and comfort is the focus of Serenity Massage for Dogs, based in Alstonville.

Sonya said her clients appreciate the physical and mental benefits it brings to their dogs. “Massage provides good balance for the canine body and great harmony for their minds,” she said. “It is good for canine muscles but also aids in relaxing and lengthening the tendons and ligaments as “Dogs are unable to communicate their well, especially in senior dogs.” specific needs, so it is up to us to be proactive about their health,” Sonya said. Massaging dogs has been shown to have a “Regular massage can not only provide relief range of physical health benefits, but also to and address behavioural problems, it can calm hyperactivity and nervousness in dogs, prolong the life of your trusted friend and that improve their disposition and, perhaps most makes for healthy owners, too.” importantly, confirm that they are loved. To enhance the health and wellbeing of your Sonya said she has treated pugs with dog or to find out more about this progressive breathing difficulties, larger breeds with new therapy, call Sonya today on 6628 7422 leg injuries from constant jumping, dogs or 0439 951 650. with hip dysplasia and one canine who

“I am a keen dog-lover and was inspired by my own dog, Phoebe,” said Sonya. “She suffers from arthritis and this motivated me to learn more about the bio-mechanics of the canine body and to complete my qualifications in Canine Myofunctional Therapy.” “Dogs respond very well to massage and it can be effective in the treatment of degenerative and chronic conditions like

could only wag his tail one way. “For many dogs, massage can be life-changing,” she said. Sonya prefers to deliver her handson treatment in the comfort of the dog’s own environment. This also gives her the opportunity to assess their bedding, surfaces they need to negotiate and play routine, and the demands these all make on the dog’s body. Simple recommendations can help to minimise risks and make the dog’s life more comfortable.

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Wollongbar Original development around the Wollongbar area began in 1870 on the intersection where the new roundabout is located near the Tafe (Bruxner Hwy and Sneaths Rd) with a general store, post office and a few other buildings. With the redevelopment of a farming parcel of land there was a subtle relocation in 1973 to where Wollongbar is now (1 klm closer to Alstonville on the intersection of Rifle Range Rd).

Rd this will more than likely come close to doubling the current population of Wollongbar. The land on which the tennis courts are currently located just inside the Russellton Industrial Estate has been tagged for sale, which will see further development of the Industrial Estate. This will hopefully mean more jobs and in turn higher local incomes for shop owners. The tennis courts will be relocated to a new sporting facility, which is in the works currently with Ballina Shire Council and should incorporate Cricket, AFL, Rugby league, Rugby Union, Tennis and other sports.

Between 1870 and 1975 residents were slow to move to the area (325 residents in Wollongbar by 1975). A mains water and sewage network installed by 1978, served to boost population growth and in 1988 there was approval given for development of 700 residential blocks of land. This was the beginnings of the Wollongbar that it is today with over 5000 residents currently calling this area home.

The Wollongbar shopping centre was established in May 1988 as part of the Blair Athol development that consisted of three stages. The developer of this estate was Terry Collins and took place over two stages with Stage 1 consisting of a hairdressing salon, supermarket, newsagent and butchers shop. Stage 2 was completed a year and a half later with a greengrocer (later

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to become the post office), doctor’s surgery, dentist, beauty shop, real estate office and a Chinese take away. There are two of the original owners still doing business today with Harry Lee (owner of Harry Lee’s Chinese Restaurant) and Dr Stefahn Dunn (owner of Wollongbar Medical Centre). This group of stores is now known as “The Palms Shopping Centre” due to the developer relocating his palms from across the road from what is now the Wollongbar Public School. All these years later they can still be seen around the centre and help to create a visual brand for the wonderful people working the stores within. Special thanks and recognition of the hard work and fact finding goes to the contributors of the wonderful book “Wollongbar - Historic Village” which is for sale at Alstonville Plateau Historical Society. Why not call 0266 281 829 and purchase your copy for only $15.

tractor tour departS 11am & 2pm daily ~ $5pp

Spend a day on thiS beautiful, working MacadaMia and avocado farM. Taste the region’s agricultural and gourmet food delights at “The Grocer”, a regional food showcase. Our Tractor Farm Tour gives visitors the opportunity to jump aboard the tractor and explore our Macadamia and Avocado orchards. Enjoy lunch at our licensed restaurant and garden cafe. The kids will love the playground, waterpark and picnic areas. Browse the Nursery and Gift Shop, and enjoy the educational displays. Don’t forget to visit the Watts Cottage Museum and learn about the history of House With No Steps and the amazing employment opportunities we provide for people with a disability. THE MAkE IT, BAkE IT, GrOW IT MArkETS ArE HElD ON THE 1ST SuNDAy OF EACH MONTH.

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1 Delicious Hampers made to order with all our own range | Find them at Summerland House Farm | How Much? From $25 2 Macadamia Hamper (2 x 400gm Nut packets (roasted, salted, honey, chocolate, wasabi), 225gm Paste, Cosmetic Pack) | Find them at Agrimac | How Much? $51 3 Very cute Ceramic Owl | Find them at Alstonville Garden House | How Much? $9 4 Silk Ms Versatile day and evening wear | Find them at Art from the Heart Collections | How Much? $59.95 5 Mixed media lotus dreaming | Find them at Art from the Heart Collections | How Much? $425 6 Cosmetic Pack (Macadamia Body Butter, Skin Cream, Beauty Bar, Body Satin, Body Oil, Lip Balm) | Find them at Agrimac | How Much? $26 7 Rare Rabbit Necklace comes in a range of colours | Find them at Alstonville Garden House | How Much? $19.95 8 Ultimate Relief amazing for insect bites etc | Find it at Summerland House Farm | How Much? $19.95 125ml bottle

Antiques & Collectables Fair Saturday 18th May & Sunday 19th May 2013

At the Alstonville Leisure & Entertainment Centre Commercial Road Alstonville A vast Array of quality Antiques, Books & Collectables from all over the world brought to you by 40 Reputable Dealers from around Australia

FAIR TIMES

Saturday 9am to 4.30pm Sunday 10am to 3pm

ENQUIRIES

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Russellton Industrial Estate Robert Gibson, son of Samuel and Mary (nee Russell) was born on 18th of November 1849 and at the age of 19 he first travelled north to “The Big Scrub”. He was so amazed with the lands that he saw that he returned in 1871 with his parents who settled at Mcleans Ridges while Robert selected 303 acres in the area which is now known as Wollongbar, naming the property “Russellton”. Robert’s farmhouse can still be seen standing and was built during the 1880’s.

After retiring from farming in 1917 and moving to Ballina, “Russellton” was divided into three separate 101 acre farms. They gave one lot each to their sons Samuel, Hugh and Hector. The Industrial Estate as it is today, stands on land that was once part of the “Russellton” dairy farm.

On the 20th of June 1878 Robert married Elizabeth Simes. Life must have been busy for the couple in the years to come as they had 12 children (eight boys and four girls) together.

The Russellton Industrial Estate continues to exist and thrive today with plans underway for the provision of more Industrial land in the near future.

Robert died in July of 1929 and his wife Elizabeth on 25th of November 1938. They are both buried in the Wollongbar cemetery.

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Chinese Medicine & the Season of Autumn The season of Autumn has important characteristics in terms of health. Late summer, which we are experiencing now, is warm & damp. This can give rise to conditions of damp & damp heat. Common manifestations are gastrointestinal infections, phlegmy coughs, allergies, yeast or fungal infections, & pain in joints and muscles.

As the season changes from hot to cool, especially if there is a rapid change, we are more susceptible to invasion of pathogens such as colds & flu. Whether we succumb to these will depend on the relative strength of the pathogen in relation to our own strength and immunity. It is a good idea to address any deficiencies, especially of lung qi, at this time of year, before we become sick. There are classic herbal formulas that are very effective in boosting immunity. As autumn approaches the dominant element is dryness. The organ associated with autumn is the lung. The emotion that can affect the lung is grief. Sadness may be associated with autumn's shortened days as the seasonal cycle of life slows down or decays. Normal sadness after

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events of death & loss is a normal & necessary emotion. However if it is prolonged it can lead to illness, often seen as breathlessness, restricted breathing, tiredness, depression & low immunity. Prolonged worry will also affect the lungs. On a spiritual level, Chinese medicine sees the po, the most physical aspect of the soul, residing in the lungs. It affects physiology & feelings, and is a direct manifestation of the breath of life. This energy is very important in maintaining our deepest essence, or constitutional strength, as well as defensive qi/immunity. For all these reasons it is wise to look after all aspects of ourselves at this time of year. This could mean addressing any obvious or on-going problems, or improving vitality and immunity, in preparation for autumn and winter. To discuss these or other health issues phone Brigid at Mingmen Acupuncture, 0431702560, for obligation free advice. Or for an appointment phone Alstonville Complete Care 66281654.

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Are you interested in advertising in the Two Four 7 Seven Magazine? The Autumn Issue is our biggest production yet, with over 5,000 copies being distributed to most homes, businesses and the industrial estate in Alstonville and Wollongbar. This issue has also expanded from 24 to 32 pages (8 page increase), which will help us to further the experience of our readers. Winter Issue Our Winter issue will again feature the Alstonville, Wollongbar and Industrial Estate maps, these 3 maps will be incorporerated into our new Business Directory. Which will feature all businesses in our area for free. If you want to make sure your business displays the correct details please contact us. The listings will include business name, address and phone number. Advertisers Mailing List Email us to join our advertisers

Subscription Service We also have a mail out service for those that do not currently receive the magazine. Current subscription cost is $3 per issue ($12 a year) for the cost of postage and handling. We can also send the magazine Australia wide which is a perfect gift for family and friends living outside the area. Please contact us for further details. If you would like to suggest content for example; your favourite recipes, garden tips, favourite places, your photos of the area, deserving charities or any other worthy upcoming event, please send us an email at info@twofour7seven.com.au or post to PO Box 872, Alstonville.

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Autumn Fashion Fashion is a little like time travel, always borrowing from the past but living in the future. Forecasting trends ahead helps inform our choices of what to buy now. What will be seasonal, what will last, what will be capturing our attention. Fashion forecasting can see more creativity and nostalgia forming a basis of two key themes in Autumn / Winter 2013. They’ve titled them Reflective lifestyle and Expression style. Remember it’s all about expressing yourself in your own style!

and budget, with their contemporary feel, resulting in a blend of quirky folk. This style packaging and a fascination with branded denim is also a way to make it work within our own wardrobe. Colours: Bright accents against muted tones. Bright gold and intense turquoise. Elements: Bright and florals with a raw edge.

You may admire and see these in jackets and coats coming into the new season. Also unusual Wilderness travel inspires a high-winter trend that combinations of artistic expression, including “pop combines the keen sense of adventure of iconic colours of vivid violet-blue and fluoro yellow.” explorers with a renewed fascination for the great outdoors. This lifestyle trend combines modern Elements: Vivid pastel and fluoro splashes of colour. functionality with traditional fashion styles. Painterly prints and patterns, haphazard brushstrokes and luminous tones. Colours: Grounded slate grey, tawny brown and midnight blue, “enlivened with fennel Other trends for winter 2013 green, warm rustic red, and clear crystal blue”. Dark hues are almost invariably the domain of the colder months. And while winter 2013 will be Elements: Modernised Fair Isle knits, florals in earthy no exception, it’s all about finding seasonally colours, graphic prints that take their cues from appropriate colour that doesn’t border on boring. mountain landscapes and alpine animals. Candylane Fashion Modern generations mix nostalgia for their style

Wollongbar Garden Club

At the first meeting of the Wollongbar Garden Club for 2013, the members were delighted to present Carol Bonney representing Quilts4 Kids with a cheque of $205. This was half the profits of their plant and flower stall at the Chamber of Commerce Christmas markets. Started in 2006 by Diana Cooper, Quilts 4 Kids is a community project under the auspices of OUR KIDS. Members make and donate quilts to children (ages from new born to 18 years) who have spent time in Lismore Base Hospital or other local hospitals including Brisbane. In 2012 over 30 quilts were provided to those in hospitals. The cheque was donated to enable the quilters to buy wadding; often the most expensive part of the quilt as fabric pieces are sometimes donated by supporters of this group. The photo shows Carol Bonney displaying one of these quilts, and Club vice president Coraline Marks holding the cheque. Wollongbar Garden Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month usually in the Wollongbar Community Hall, at 10am. Visitor’s welcome.

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ALL KITCHENS ORDERED WILL RECEIVE A FREE UPGRADE TO SOFT CLOSE HINGES! • Limited to one per customer • Present this coupon at time of purchase • May not be combined with any other offer • Valid until 31st May 2013

COMPLIMENTARY MOISTURE TREATMENT, WITH EVERY FULL COLOUR SERVICE • Limited to one per customer • Present this coupon at time of purchase • May not be combined with any other offer • Valid until 31st May 2013

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FREE HERBAL COURSE WITH CONSULTATION! • Limited to one per customer • Present this coupon at time of service • May not be combined with any other offer • Valid until 31st May 2013

FREE TRACTOR RIDE FOR TWO PEOPLE VALUED AT $10 • 11am and 2pm 7 Days a week • Limited to one per customer • Present this coupon at time of service • May not be combined with any other offer • Valid until 31st May 2013

ANY PURCHASE OVER $50 AND BRING OR MENTION YOUR OFFER YOU WILL GET A FREE GIFT FROM CANDY • Limited to one per customer • Present this coupon at time of service • May not be combined with any other offer • Valid until 31st May 2013

BUY 3 PACKS OF BULBS GET A FREE SMALL BAG OF BULB MIX FREE • Limited to one per customer • Present this coupon at time of service • May not be combined with any other offer

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ANY WAXING TREATMENT TO THE VALUE OF $20 HALF PRICE WHEN PAYING FULL PRICE FOR ANY OTHER SERVICE ON THE SAME DAY

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COFFEE & CAKE FOR $7.50!

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