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THE BYRON SHIRE Volume 30 #45 Wednesday, April 20, 2016

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Yoga mats and long hugs Motherloaded Mums rally over lack of midwives Hans Lovejoy

Spirit Festival lifted Mullumbimby up last weekend, attracting locals and visitors alike, all on a path of higher consciousness. Director Kate Little told The Echo that ‘The festival grew this year to what feels like a very sustainable, yet still intimate, size. We had over 900 festival attendees, plus hundreds more in the free Spirit Village. The strong support from Destination NSW, our sponsors, our local community, our new and returning participants, and the weather gods converged to create our most successful event in all ways.’ Pictured are Tahl and Bess from Creature Yoga. Photo Jeff Dawson

Affordable housing DA ruffles residents Residents have been quick to act upon a ten-dwelling development application (DA) on a house block at 116 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby. A change.org petition at www. chn.ge/1WbVhIM is seeking to stop the development ‘so a precedent is not set for further development of Mullumbimby’. The application is on public exhibition until Wednesday April 27, and has been lodged under the State Environmental Planning Policy (Af-

fordable Rental Housing) 2009. Applicant Koho Projects intends to demolish the existing house, build ten one-bedroom attached dwellings on the 900 square metre block and construct parking for five vehicles at the rear. Koho’s Duncan Band told The Echo three of the dwellings will be managed by a registered community housing provider and the company has no plans to sell the other units.He said, ‘The remaining seven dwellings

will be available as long-term permanent rental accommodation.’ As for whether it would set a precedent with regard to its density, Mr Band says he couldn’t answer that; however, ‘the SEPP Affordable Rental Housing has been in effect since 2009,’ and there were ‘other examples of that in Byron Shire’. He also added the dwellings are proposed as one-bedroom dwellings, ‘Not two bedrooms, as mentioned on change.org.’

There are calls for more midwives to be employed after mums-to-be are being told there aren’t enough to go around. Additionally, the new Byron Central Hospital appears to be unable to cope with the predicted demand even before it has opened. But claims there is a shortage have been refuted by local health bureaucrats, who say, ‘currently there is no shortage of midwives.’ Mum-to-be Danielle Yeo told The Echo, ‘There are not enough midwives at the new Byron Central Hospital, so many pregnant women are being turned away and being told we’ll have to find somewhere else to birth.’ ‘Women should have the right and opportunity to birth at their local hospital. It is a shambles that at the new hospital – or any hospital – there will be insufficient staff. I would have thought the service should be being improved, not reduced! ‘I am due at the end of July, and will have to drive over half an hour to get to the next closest hospital. ‘This also adds stress to the whole process and means you don’t feel as comfortable staying at home longer where a woman ultimately feels more comfortable and labour progresses more easily/quickly. ‘I was told a woman who rang the hospital at ten weeks pregnant and isn’t due until November has also been turned away!’ Another mum-to-be, Valentina Onega, says she’s due in September. She says she is on a waiting list and wishes more midwives and doctors

were employed at the new hospital. ‘I would like the opportunity to have a natural birth choice.’ The Echo asked Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSW LHD) ‘Given there appears to be a shortage, are there plans to increase the number of midwives employed for the new hospital?’

Health District reply Clinical consultant of midwifery, Cathy Adams, replied that ‘There is Midwifery Group Practice available at Mullumbimby, Murwillumbah and Lismore and plans for implementation at Tweed Heads Hospital in 2016. In addition Mullumbimby (and shortly the new Byron Central Hospital) offers publicly funded homebirth.’ ‘The service that is to be provided under the new Byron Central Hospital is the same as that currently provided at Mullumbimby with the same number of midwives. ‘The availability of midwifery continuity-of-care models in NNSW LHD compares favourably with other Local Health Districts in NSW. ‘Currently there is no shortage of midwives in NNSW LHD. All midwifery positions are recruited, including the midwifery models of care’. Ms Adams added that the model is monitored ‘on an ongoing basis’ and changes are made ‘where appropriate in order to provide the highest standard of care possible.’

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A local alternative to organic certification is launching on April 22, and is called FEED, or Farm Endorsement Ecological Development. Founder Joel Orchard says FEED certifies producers based on the ‘active participation of the stakeholders and is built on a foundation of trust, social networks and knowledge exchange’. FEED is known as a Participatory Guarantee System (PGS), and Mr Orchard says that the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) ‘supports the development of PGS as an alternative and

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Feedback needed by Monday 9 May, 2016 - go online at www.byron.nsw.gov.au Byron Shire Council needs your help to prioritise infrastructure works from the proceeds of the former ‘Roundhouse’ land sales. The net income from the land sales was $3.8 million and will be spent on infrastructure north of the Brunswick River. Of the $3.8 million, $466,700 has already been allocated to the road renewal of Kolora Way (between Shara Boulevard and Natan Court, Ocean Shores) and $467,200 towards the new North Ocean Shores Sport Fields. Thirteen infrastructure projects have been shortlisted, including roads and parks – plus, there could be others that you’d like to see considered as part of the 2016/17 works program. The hard part is, we can’t do them all - we need you to help us decide. Go online at www.byron.nsw.gov.au, check out the projects and tell us how we should spend the funding. Or drop in to an information stand and complete your budget in person. Phone: 02 6685 9300

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complementary tool to thirdparty certification within the organic sector.’ Mr Orchard believes us-

ing the FEED system will reward local farmers ‘who are making exceptional efforts in their ecological practice’, and

Soccer club lobby to keep its Byron home  Will adult sporting activities be taken away from Byron’s CBD? A petition to save Byron Bay Football Club’s home of more than 50 years kicked off last week, despite a lengthy response from mayor Simon Richardson trying to allay concerns that they may have to move out of town. It came in response to the town’s masterplan, which

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‘will deter generic claims and offer and improve integrity to “spray-free/chemical-free labels�, ensuring additional consumer confidence and transparency’. Mr Orchard is also from Future Feeders and a member of the Northern Rivers Young Farmers Alliance. Along with the FEED launch, the film Polyfaces – A World of Many Choices will be screened, and a panel discussion will be held at the Byron Community Centre. The event starts at 6.30pm and tickets are available at Santos Organics. For more info visit www. futurefeeders.org.

suggested adult sporting clubs on the Byron Recreation Ground would be better located at Cavanbah Centre on Ewingsdale Road. Public submissions have recently closed. Within the long-term masterplan’s suggestion, the much-loved and -used fields would be transformed into a family-friendly parkland with bicycle tracks. In the short term, the Byron Recreation Ground is earmarked to become a secondary local sporting, recreational and community resource, which is used for a range of compatible activities for all ages, but with a focus on children and youth. To achieve this, the masterplan suggests that ‘facilities should be upgraded.’ Adult competitive sports should be relocated to the Cavanbah Sports Centre, the plan says, ‘with the Recreation Ground retaining its role as a children’s/youth sporting venue.’

But mayor Simon Richardson told the club in a 944-word email, ‘Perhaps the wording within the Open Space Strategy section has caused concern.’ The mayor said, ‘no team will be forced [move], and no moves will be made to do this without the support of the clubs themselves. ‘The intent [of the masterplan] is to ensure our kids have spaces to play and if conflicts arise over using the rec grounds, the adults should come second.’

No forced removal He added there would be no ‘forced removal’. But Byron Bay Football Club say they are still strongly opposed to the move, claiming that there is nothing wrong with the current location and they have invested time and money into developing the existing facilities. They include field maintenance, upgrades and clubhouse artwork. Additionally, they say the Cavanbah

Fields are unsuitable during wet weather, owing to ongoing drainage issues. Facilities such as grandstands, shade cloths and a dedicated canteen would also be needed.Â

Vague plans BBFC representative Greg Meek told The Echo, ‘We attended a couple of workshop/ presentations about the masterplan. ‘References to the Rec Grounds were very vague.’ ‘Questions were raised by attendees, and the responses were again vague and dismissive.’ ‘Not until the release of the draft plan were the references to “transitioning the Recreation Grounds to a secondary sporting facility� and moving organised senior competition to the Cavanbah Centre clearly (almost) articulated. ‘The actual actions associated with these recommendations are still unclear in the draft masterplan.’ Q Emily Pierce is undertaking work experience

Raising funds for Jayden A crowdfunding campaign for the family of Jayden Burleigh, who died after being bitten by a redback spider on April 9, has topped $13,000. The Mullumbimby man

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The Strokes, Cure top Splendour lineup The official Splendour in the Grass lineup was announced last week, with US band The Strokes and legendary rock band The Cure at the top of the bill. Other international acts include James Blake, Santigold, Sigur Ros, Jake Bugg, The Kills, Jack Garratt, Snakehips, The Internet and the reunited At The Drive-In. Australian performers include Flume, Courtney Barnett, Violent Soho, Hermitude, Matt Corby, Illy, Ball Park Music, The Preatures, Gang of Youths and Sticky Fingers. Tickets go on sale on Thursday, 21 April, through moshtix.com.au or phone 1300 GET TIX (438 849).

The queue started at 6am on Sunday for the Splendour In The Grass locals ticket release at the Hotel Great Northern. Rei, Tai, Kyoko and Simon Hunter were part of the line that eventually wound around Byron Street up to Earth ‘n’ Sea. For full artist lineup, visit www. splendourinthegrass.com. Photo Jeff ‘Thanks, But I’ve Got A Ticket Too’ Dawson

New holiday letting policy released A new policy to attempt to regulate holiday letting was supported by councillors at the April 7 meeting. Households with three or fewer bedrooms in Byron Shire will now be allowed to rent out rooms for 90 days each year without gaining development consent. Occupants would be capped at two per bedroom, excluding children under five years. Property owners and holiday renters would need to comply with fire safety, amenity impacts and complaints management. The property would need to be registered with Council.

Development consent would be required for properties that have more than three bedrooms or wish to holiday let longer than 90 days within a year. The changes come as a result of Byron Shire Council amending its Local Environment Plan (LEP) 2014. Byron mayor Simon Richardson said the issue of holiday letting has long been a divisive issue. ‘After many consultation sessions with affected residents, property owners and managers, the LEP amendment will allow everyone clear guidance on what is, and

is not, acceptable within our towns,’ Cr Richardson said. ‘The outcome was about finding a balance between ensuring neighbourhood amenity and supporting tourism within a planning control that was not overly arduous. ‘It was particularly gratifying to hear from people who had been affected by holiday letting, that they were pleased to see the shire leading Australia with new groundbreaking and tough regulations that would help protect amenity,’ he said. If there are two substantiated complaints within a year, the mayor said, then that

property would no longer be able to holiday let. The property owner or manager must also be contactable 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to respond to complaints. Signage would be required at the front of the property with contact details. Council say the new policy does not require approval from the NSW minister for planning and environment, as authority had been delegated to the council. Existing holiday homes will have one year from the gazettal of the new planning controls to comply.

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Corporate capitalism: politics in the Pub, April 27 Corporate capitalism will be dissected at the upcoming politics in the pub event, to be held at the Court House Hotel, Mullumbimby, Wednesday April 27 from 6.30pm. Author, activist and scholar Professor Stuart Rees heads the Sydney Peace Foundation and has long been acclaimed for his peace advocacy and opposition to violent, cruel and tyrannical regimes. His speech is entitled ‘Corporate Capitalism: The Violence, The Human Rights Abuses.’

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‘They appear to no longer understand, let alone value, the contribution of a vigorous public sector to the building of a civil society.

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‘Privatisation and deregulation are the names of a violent game in which the lives of vulnerable people are regarded as of little consequence. ‘The means of punishment and control have become major industries. ‘Prisons and detention centres are privatised. ‘Outsourced services replace government responsibility. Huge contracts are given to overseas companies whose activities receive limited oversight

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A new electric vehicle is now part of Byron Shire Council’s vehicle fleet after a long-term loan arrangement from Nissan was struck. It’s part of a broader plan, called Northern Rivers Electric Vehicle Strategy, which aims to promote regional uptake of electric vehicles to business and the community. A fast-charging station will soon be installed for general public use in Byron Bay, says Council’s sustainability officer Sandi Middleton.

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minutes.’ Partnerships are also being developed with Tweed, Lismore and Ballina councils, she says.

Ms Middleton said that having a fast-charging station in Byron Bay and, hopefully in the other major towns,

will enable people to seriously consider a zero emissions transport option. For more visit www.byron.nsw.gov.au.

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North Coast Regional Plan public info session April 27 An information session on the National Party’s controversial Draft North Coast Regional Plan will be held April 27 at the Tweed Heads Bowls Club at 10.30am. The document attempts to outline ‘a 20-year vision for the future, centred on a prosperous community, healthy environment and attractive lifestyle choices.’ But it’s caused a stir owing to its claim that the region ‘has potential coal seam gas resources that may be able to support

the development and growth of new industries and provide economic benefits for the region.’ RSVP is recommended by emailing northcoast@planning.nsw.gov.au. The deadline for submissions is June 2 and can be made on NSW Planning’s website.

Snap action Meanwhile, a snap action was called Tuesday at Lismore Council Chambers

during the NSW Planning Department briefing to Council about the Draft North Coast Regional Plan. Organisers Gasfield Free Northern Rivers say, ‘communities of Lismore, Kyogle, Casino and surrounds have been left out of consultation meetings in spite of references in the plan to CSG development.’ The group are calling for the region to be declared a ‘no-go zone.’

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No helipad for new hospital Health bureaucrats in charge of the new Byron Central Hospital have confirmed that the new $88m facility will not include a helipad. It follows an enquiry from Mullumbimby Creek resident Nick Schaefer, who told The Echo that in 1992 his then four-year-old son ‘became desperately ill with a severe respiratory condition, later diagnosed as Hibs’. ‘He was almost unable to breathe when we took him down from our home in upper Mullum Creek to the lo-

cal hospital in Mullumbimby. A surgeon from Byron Bay stood by, prepared to do a tracheotomy. The helicopter was summoned and landed at the hospital heliport. At midnight he was flown to the Brisbane Mater hospital ICU. ‘Why is there now, 24 years later, no heliport planned for the new central hospital at Ewingsdale? In reply, chief of staff of Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSW LHD) Wayne Jones told The Echo, ‘There are no plans for a

helipad at the Byron Central Hospital (BCH).’

Lismore or Tweed hospitals instead ‘If a helicopter, rather than an ambulance, was tasked to attend a patient at the scene of an accident, any patients would be taken to a trauma centre such as Lismore Base Hospital or The Tweed Hospital. If patients at the BCH required transfer they would be transported north by ambulance.’

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Rosebank arson victim helped out by Byron Bay Rugby Club A Byron Bay businesswoman whose home-stay business at Rosebank was burnt to the ground by a tenant two months ago has praised the Byron Bay Rugby Club for helping to clear up the ruins last Saturday, enabling her to rebuild sooner than she hoped. The 34-year-old Gold Coast man responsible for the arson attack is believed to be in custody awaiting trial. He apparently drove off after setting the building alight, but then crashed down an embankment and had to be rescued by police and paramedics who had rushed to the scene on February 6. The home-stay building on the property was gutted, leaving owner Vici Burgess devastated. ‘I was in shock for weeks,’ Ms Burgess said. ‘It was the final chink in a chain of bad events for me. I didn’t know what to do or where to go from there.’ Two months later the damaged debris and ruins had still not been cleared. ‘Lots of people had of-

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fered to help after the arson but unfortunately no-one followed through with their offers,’ she said. A player with the rugby club heard of the incident and called on his teammates to help out.

Community projects launched It just so happened that the club last month had launched a new campaign called Byron Bay Rugby Community Projects, where

the team help out and volunteer for good causes in the community. The newly appointed project manager, Andy Teuma, said the campaign was ‘something the club has wanted to get started for a while’. ‘It was shocking hearing the news of what had happened to Vici and her business,’ Mr Teuma told The Echo. ‘This was something that we felt was the perfect place to start’, he said. It took the group of rugby players just over two hours to

complete the task ‘I wasn’t expecting the amount of work they got through. The guys did more than I could have asked for; now I can go and rebuild a lot sooner on a new slate,’ she said. Mr Teuma said ‘It was great to get involved and really help someone who was struggling’. ‘These projects are all about the team giving back and supporting the community, especially after the support we’ve received when on the pitch,’ he said.

Crown land sales and leases to be audited A brief announcement on the NSW Audit Office website says it is assessing whether the Department of Primary Industries is managing Crown land lease and sale transactions effectively. The Audit Office of NSW is the independent auditor of the NSW public sector. The website claims, ‘Crown land comprises 42 per cent of the total land area of NSW and is valued at over $11 billion.’ ‘Crown land consists of land dedicated for diverse purposes including community, cultural, recreation, environmental, tourism, commercial ventures and agriculture.’

In reviewing the management of Crown land lease and sale transactions, the audit says it will examine how well the department ensures: • compliance with statutory requirements and policy • rigorous and transparent decision making • appropriate engagement with stakeholders and the community. A spokesperson from the audit office said a report is expected in the new financial year. The Echo is waiting for a return email from the office – more detail will be asked for, such as its terms of reference and how the $11 billion figure was reached.

Tintenbar home gutted A timber and iron farmhouse on Sandy Flat Road, Tintenbar, was completely destroyed last Friday. RFS operations officer Bob Wilcox told The Echo the house was ‘fully engulfed in flames’ when brigades got there at around 12.50am. ‘People were home but fortunately they managed to

get out by the time we got there,’ he added. Mr Wilcox said three rural brigades plus NSW Fire & Rescue from Ballina attended the blaze as a contingency. ‘There’s always an issue with water supplies on an isolated farm property,’ he said. Police are still investigating the cause of the fire.

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The future of rural living Now the dust has settled – what’s Council’s Draft Rural Land Use Strategy about? Hans Lovejoy

A 20-year strategic framework to guide future rural land zoning and use is now up for public feedback, and since there’s been more time to assess the 64-page document – what’s it all about? The Draft Rural Land Use Strategy (RLUS) will guide Council’s future rural planning decisions, and will sit beneath other ‘instruments’ such as the LEP and DCPs. As mentioned last week, councillors were given short notice on significant changes after Cr Sol Ibrahim pushed through a 1,200-word amendment, circulated two days’ prior to the March 17 council meeting. As he holds the balance of power, his changes were passed with little debate. Four councillors voted against putting it before the public as they clearly did not understand the changes. They include Crs Duncan Dey, Paul Spooner and Basil Cameron, who all told The Echo they are unsupportive of the strategy as it stands, owing to its push to open development up. Meanwhile, mayor Simon Richardson has cheerfully promoted the plans via a press release, despite voting against putting it before the public. Either way, the public should be looking very closely at what Cr Ibrahim is proposing. From the outset, it works from the assumption that ‘expectations have changed around the way people want to live, work in, and enjoy our rural areas.’ Fair enough; the mayor had been spruiking rural development opportunities for some time; however, a lot is at stake and it’s easy to make a mess of developing, especially in such a unique biodiversity area.

Assumptions Remarkably this strategy is basing some of its policy on as-

Public meeting called A public meeting – organised by Main Arm Rural Residents Association – will be held on Saturday April 23 from 2pm till 4pm at Kohinur Hall, Upper Main Arm. The Association says residents need to be informed over plans within the draft Byron Rural Land Use Strategy, which aims to increase new housing developments in both Main Arm (320 houses ) and The Pocket (320 houses).

Council community forum Council will also hold a forum on April 27 from 2pm till 5.30pm at the Mullumbimby Civic Memorial Hall. To RSVP and for more info, visit www.yoursaybyronshire.com.au/draft-byron-rural-land-use-strategy. Public submissions close May 20.

sumptions contained within the controversial Far North Coast Regional Strategy. That too is also still in draft form.

Key changes listed Main Arm resident Guy Fisher told The Echo he went through the original draft proposal and the amendments provided by Cr Ibrahim. His understanding of the key changes is as follows: 1. Opens up the possibility of rural land east of the Pacific Highway to be considered if it meets the objectives/ criteria of the Strategy, going directly against the state policy as stated in the 2006 North Coast Regional Strategy. 2. Eliminates the need for a minimum of a ten-hectare site for large-lot residential, CT, or MO developments. Eliminates the requirement that a minimum of 25 houses would be needed in such subdivisions. 3. Allows the potential of large-lot residential, CT, and MO development outside the areas of Main Arm, The Pocket and Middle Pocket – anywhere in the Shire. 4. Eliminates the need that these type of subdivisions be clustered. 5. Allows a survey/report based on a field study by a qualified person to determine whether a proposed development is truly [affecting] highvalue vegetation.

In other words, a private firm, hired by the developer, can negate what is currently identified as having high-conservation-value vegetation. 6. Allows developer to go around the ban on development in areas identified by S117 Mineral Resources if they can demonstrate that the inclusion is outdated and, if needed, get agreement by the state. 7. Allows development on state and regionally significant farmland if it fits within the new variation criteria guidelines on development as shown the new Draft North Coast Regional Plan. Also recommends that Byron Shire Council ask the state government to review the currently mapped state or regionally significant farmland to resolve any on ground inconsistencies with current land-use development. 8. Requires new developments to have safe streets, community spaces, and recreation areas only where appropriate and possible within the proposed development. Developers can get out of these requirements if they can prove they are not appropriate or possible. 9. Allows future development outside of the 2km/5km catchment on land that is ‘assessable’ (two or less constraints) or ‘unconstrained’ – the original draft had only unconstrained.

This type of development can occur if it satisfies any of the following conditions, opening up potential rural development just about anywhere (this was in the original draft and was not changed by an amendment): a. existing school bus services are accessible within 100 metres of the site boundary. b. primary access to the roads is via a major local road or regional road. c. meets service catchment criteria based on services available in an adjoining local area.

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Cr Duncan Dey told The Echo that Mr Fisher did ‘a pretty good analysis’ of the RLUS, and ‘It must be tough on staff to watch where their work goes.’ ‘Again, the public will have to sort out the RLUS and my hope is this one also escapes this Council’s September [election] burial. The timeframe for the RLUS was also squeezed by Cr Ibrahim to get it finished before term end.’ Cr Paul Spooner told The Echo, ‘Rural living should be seen as a minor provider of housing needs within the Shire, not a major source of potential development.’ ‘Housing in rural areas should support agricultural production and the natural environment and not be seen as a developer’s playground.’ Cr Basil Cameron told The Echo, ‘The problem with this “strategy” is that it lacks an overarching objective beyond opening up rural land for residential, tourist and other uses. It is not framed as economically or environmentally sustainable. The draft regional strategy was still in development at the time the RLUS was being put together. ‘The former is yet to be finalised, but the RLUS conflicts with both the state and council urban release principles.’

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Richmond electorate Minister for regional development, Fiona Nash (Nationals), paid a visit to Murwillumbah last Thursday ‘following an invitation from the Nationals candidate for Richmond, Matthew Fraser.’ Mr Fraser, a fast-food entrepreneur, is again contesting the seat of Richmond, which includes the areas of Tweed Heads, Byron and Ballina local government areas. Minister Nash officially opened the Knox Park youth precinct, which includes a revamped skate area, new play equipment and a multipurpose outdoor sports arena. Ms Nash also inspected the site of the $21.2 million Kingscliff Foreshore Revitalisation and Protection project. A new rock seawall will be constructed along the foreshore to protect Cudgen Headland Surf Life Saving Club, Kingscliff Beach Holiday Park and Kingscliff Beach Bowls Club ‘from creeping erosion’. The project is jointly funded, says Ms Nash’s press release, ‘with the Australian government providing more than $9.8 million, Tweed Shire Council contributing almost $3.9 million and Tweed Coast Holiday Parks Reserve Trust investing more than $7.5 million.’

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Richmond electorate – what are the odds? With new electoral boundaries, the federal seat of Richmond now includes Ballina, along with Tweed and Byron local government areas. According to ABC analyst Antony Green, Labor’s Justine Elliot is on a knife edge, but is likely to win this electorate by a 1.6 per cent margin. As for Page (Lismore area), he predicts the Nationals will retain the seat with a 3.1 per cent margin. Mr Green says at the federal level, the new boundary redistributions reduce the Coalition from 90 to a notional 88 seats, while Labor increases from 55 to a notional 57 seats. ‘Assuming a uniform swing, the Coalition can retain office despite losing 12 seats on a swing of 3.2 per cent, while Labor need to gain 19 seats on a uniform swing of 4.0 per cent for majority government. Both of these figures would change if any of the five crossbench members were defeated by Labor or the Coalition or if new third party or independent members were elected.’

Page electorate Meanwhile, state opposition leader Luke Foley met with Knitting Nannas, Lock the Gate and Gasfield Free Northern Rivers in Lismore last week to announce that a Labor state government would abolish the coalition’s controversial anti-protest laws within the first 100 days

There’s something for nearly everybody who likes to get out and have fun safely on the water. Safety is paramount to the organisers of the Mullum2Bruns. After all, it’s their business. The Brunswick Surf Life Saving Club has rubber duckies and a jet ski on the river, while Marine Rescue has five boats, all with qualified first-aiders. They add to the excitement and spectacle. At the Terrace Park finish, as well as food, music and festivities, you’ll find a first aid tent in case you need a band-aid!

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of taking office. Mr Foley told the meeting, ‘While Mike Baird moves to arrest peaceful protestors, he has reduced the penalties that mining companies can face.’ Before the legislative changes, companies faced fines of up to $1.1 million; now those offences can be dealt with by way of a penalty infringement notice and

a $5,000 fine. ‘This is a government that sides with corporate interests and not the community,’ Mr Foley said. The Nationals’ Kevin Hogan claimed the seat of Page from Labor’s Janelle Saffin at the last election, a seat which had been long held by Ms Saffin. Mr Foley was joined by Ms Saffin, Lismore mayor Jenny Dowell and Richmond MP Justine Elliot. Ms Saffin accused the Liberal-National government of creating the laws specifically ‘to break up community protests like the Bentley protest and groups like the Knitting Nannas.’ Mayor Dowell added community members had ‘successfully and peacefully protested against CSG on the north coast and will continue to do so if necessary.’ Ms Elliot said the legislation ‘criminalises activities that were once completely legal and could see upstanding members of the community jailed for up to seven years.’ Meanwhile, deputy prime minster Barnaby Joyce (Nationals) also visited Lismore Square last week, which Mr Hogan said was, ‘to catch up with some of our retailers and shoppers.’ Deputy leader Fiona Nash was also present. ‘More than 80 local business people also attended a Lismore Chamber of Commerce breakfast to meet the ministers and discuss how we can grow jobs in our community.’ A $13.8 million farm co-operative pilot program was also announced, and will be run by Southern Cross University.

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Two Knitting Nannas and two other anti-CSG activists had charges relating to them locking on at the Santos facility in the Pilliga forest in January dismissed in the Lismore Local Court on Monday morning. The four women had received notices for obstructing traffic and disobeying a police direction after locking on to the front gate as part of ongoing protest against unconventional gas mining. Dominique Jacobs of Gloucester, and Angela Dalu and Therese Mason, both of Lismore, appeared together before magistrate David Heilpern, while Christina Charley of Byron Shire appeared a short time later.

All four women pleaded guilty, and their solicitor, Kira Levin of the Environmental Defenders Office NSW, spoke of their good character, family commitments, and lack of previous convictions.

Precedent Magistrate David Heilpern said during sentencing that higher courts in NSW had set precedents by granting Section 10s (case proved but no conviction recorded) when a protest had been unlawful but there had been no damage to property. ‘The times they are achanging when people who are associated with the conservative sides of society are becoming more active,’ magistrate Heilpern said.

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The NSW National Party are again attempting to diminish civil liberties and increase police powers with broad and vague language in a new bill, entitled The Crimes (Serious Crime Prevention Orders) Bill 2016. Former police officer and National Party leader Troy Grant introduced the bill on March 22 and told parliament that it aims to echo ‘UK-style serious crime prevention orders to disrupt the activities of serious criminals’. While it’s yet to pass parliament, it’s already come under harsh criticism from the professional association for barristers, the NSW Bar Association. In its public submission, they claim its constitutional validity is ‘highly doubtful,’ saying, ‘This bill is a bad law for the reasons explained by Hayne and Kirby JJ in their separate dissenting reasons for judgment in Thomas v Mowbray (2007) 233 CLR 307 concerning federal control orders.’ The Bill would enable the

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supreme court and the district court to make ‘serious crime prevention orders’, or SCPO, on the application of the police commissioner, the director of public prosecutions (DPP) or the NSW Crime Commission, ‘so as to prevent, restrict or disrupt involvement by certain persons in serious crime related activities’. Concerns were flagged over the ‘nature and scope of a SCPO’, which the bar consider ‘open-ended and without guidance to the kinds of orders which might be appropriate for “the purpose of protecting the public”. Such a law would have ‘profound implications for the liberties of the citizens of NSW,’ says the

Arbitrary, extreme and excessive The Bill appears similar in theme to the recently passed Inclosed Lands, Crimes and Law Enforcement Legislation Amendment (Interference) Bill 2016. That law aims to heavily fine and/or imprison

those that protest when ‘locking on’ to mining operations. The new Bill, say the Bar, is an ‘extraordinary and unprecedented piece of legislation with grave implications for the rule of law and individual freedoms in NSW.’ ‘The interference with fundamental human rights and freedoms is contrary to Australia’s international obligations’, they say, and, ‘The potential for interference in the liberties of citizens of NSW and their day to day lives is extreme.’

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Job application open Want a job where you are required to spend much of your time understanding complex planning law while navigating bureaucratic smoke and mirrors? Candidates and groups can now register with the NSW Electoral Commission for the 2016 local government elections, which will be held Saturday, September 10. Putting your hat in the ring in the name of public service – for those who have not done so before – is not as glamorous as it sounds and is generally thankless, tough work. And the pay is only around $16,000 per year. What’s required is holding a cogent argument in the public gallery and applying yourself to hundreds – if not thousands – of pages of staff reports and recommendations every month. Changing the political bedsheets is very much needed. The hallmarks of this current council faction include a lack of critical thinking abilities coupled with deciding major developments based on emotion. Above all, important planning documents have, or are, being rammed through as quickly as possible for the benefit of a few. Process has been appalling. Blaming others if criticised also reveals a limited level of emotional intelligence, self-reflection and intellectual honesty. This was all demonstrated again recently after Cr Sol Ibrahim foisted major changes to the rural planning strategy on councillors two days before a meeting. Nearly a year’s worth of work – with the community and government agencies – has now become a political wedge. It’s a governance style that has been consistent throughout this term and has been supported willingly by Crs Woods, Hunter, Cubis and Wanchap. The best part about an election is that it lays to rest the rhetoric that those opposed to your poor governance are a ‘noisy minority’. So bring it on – no doubt we will again see a handful of anonymous financial donors pay for shiny hats that candidates throw into the ring. More importantly, how will these candidates serve public office? For candidate enquiries phone the NSW Electoral Commission on 1300 135 736 or visit www.elections.nsw.gov.au. Hans Lovejoy, editor News tips are welcome: editor@echo.net.au

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I saw the weary farmer Tilling his sod and loam I heard the auction hammer Knocking down his home. But the banks are made of marble With a guard on every door And the vaults are stuffed with silver That the farmer sweated for. – The Weavers.

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kay, you may say, that may be the old-style leftie view, class warfare, the politics of envy, another time in another place, but we have moved on. But in fact the loathing of the banks as the greedy, uncaring Mr Moneybags prototype of everything and everyone that personifies exploitation and inequality has continued, which is why a very large proportion of the current Australian population is prepared to back Bill Shorten’s call for a Royal Commission into the bastards. Banking was conceived in iniquity and born in sin. – Josiah Stamp Malcolm Turnbull and his colleagues insist that there is absolutely no reason for a Royal Commission; it would be a long and costly process, and would achieve nothing; the existing regulators are more than sufficient for the task. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission in particular is a tough cop on the beat, with all the powers and more of a Royal Commission. This argument was somewhat undermined when it was recalled that the gov-

ernment had in fact cut $120 million out of ASIC funds, which the ASIC commissioner Greg Medcraft said was preventing the Commission from undertaking proactive investigations. The money is likely to be hastily restored, but the belief that ASIC is a toothless tiger, unable or unwilling to take on the big end of town, will persist.

And the banks, with their consistently record profits, have resources to stare down politicians, or, if necessary, to fund them. Last week it was reported that the National Australia Bank was running a fundraiser for the Higgins 200 Club, an organisation which supports the local member for Higgins, Kelly O’Dwyer.

For the normal punters, the banks have become a closed fiefdom, a law unto themselves by Mungo MacCallum Rather than justice for all, we are evolving into a system of justice for those who can afford it. We have banks that are not only too big to fail but are too big to be accountable – Joseph E Stiglitz. The banks, of course, reject any inquiry, any serious questioning, of their relentless desire for profits. A Royal Commission will, they thunder, undermine confidence. But surely that is precisely what their constant shenanigans, when they are exposed not by ASIC but by the media, are doing? Well no, because while those may worry the public and their customers, they have no real effect on their shareholders or investors – nor, least of all, their directors and executives. For the normal punters, the banks have become a closed fiefdom, a law unto themselves. I believe the banking institutions are more dangerous to our liberties than the standing armies. – Thomas Jefferson

O’Dwyer, of course, is the assistant treasurer and a vehement opponent of Shorten’s proposal. She will be joined on the platform by her boss, Scott Morrison, and by a couple of other wealthy and conservative worthies. The bank hastened to explain that it sponsored a lot of events, and contributed to both major parties. It is not clear how that is supposed to reassure the public. The Royal Commission into the banks will not be a frontline election issue; nor will the reinstatement or otherwise of the Building and Construction Commission. But both will be underlying the campaign and in that Shorten has probably gazumped Tony Abbott. And if the polls are any judge, the public is rather more concerned with the banks than with the CFMEU. What is robbing a bank compared to founding one? – Bertolt Brecht

In Australia at least, most people would probably agree (if after some persuasion) that the banks may not be inherently bad; they are happy to entrust them with their savings to safeguard and manage. The childhood image of transferring the piggy bank to the friendly local teller is a powerful one. But of course the banks have gone way beyond that friendly image. They now involve investments, superannuation, even insurance, and this is where the trouble really starts. Even if ASIC had been empowered to look into such issues, it has clearly failed to deal with them and the banks have been seen to have gone rogue. It is well that the people of this nation do not understand the banking and monetary system, for if they did, there would be a revolution before tomorrow morning. – Henry Ford The government’s initial reaction to Shorten’s move was to dismiss it as stunt – after all Labor had actually voted against a Greens motion for a Royal Commission, so why take him seriously? Shorten’s quick answer was that that was then and this is now – a lot has happened since then. And Malcolm Turnbull, as an ex-merchant banker, is not the ideal warrior to lead the defence; his immensely lucrative career in Goldman Sachs will be more of a hindrance than a help. Bankers, are, if anything, even less trusted than the banks; a ‘hug a banker’ campaign is unlikely to catch on.

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Boatharbour plans The Brunswick Heads Boat Harbour Masterplan will be embraced by those who enjoy boating on the Brunswick. However, there are significant issues underpinning the project that are deserving of scrutiny. The Crown’s documents admit the marina will not be

economically viable. The big fee-paying yachts are unlikely to be attracted to it because of the shallowness of the harbour and the problems of the bar to the river. This means the berths will, in all probability, be taken up by boats that are normally transported around on trailers. Appendix 4 and Report

4 introduce the term ‘cross subsidisation’. Translated, it means revenue needs to be raised by encouraging private investment in land-based activities to achieve viability. While the Crown will deny the relationship, this is an oblique reference to approximately 3,200sqm of freehold land at the Fishermen’s

Co-Op which was recently sold to a private investment fund. With the development restricted to ‘existing use rights’ the case is made to change Byron Council’s Local Environment Plan 2014 to realise upmarket accommodation, food and beverage outlets and retail. Then there is the big picture about traffic generation from the site. All up there are a maximum of 266 car-parking spaces proposed, of which 64 are for boat trailers. If tandem parking evolves, as at Southport, then you have the potential of 330 car-parking spaces and movement of vehicles. The scale of what is proposed needs to be carefully considered. Responses to the survey about the project need to consider these issues. Patricia Warren Brunswick Heads

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Rural land strategy badly flawed Q This Council has grand plans for us. Their Rural Land Use Strategy is primarily a 20-year urban release strategy, identifying some 745ha of rural land suitable for urban development. This could represent over 12,000 houses. Council is proposing seven new town/suburb areas: two west of Byron (Skinners Shoot and adjoining Ewingsdale), one south of Brunswick Heads (Dudgeons Road), three north of Mullumbimby (Saddle Road, Mullumbimby Creek, Coolamon Scenic Drive) and one south of Billinudgel. Once such lands are identified in a strategy, it is just a matter of time before they proceed. Though Council is saying there is no need to panic because they are going to prepare a residential strategy to prioritise their release over the next 20 years, I will be surprised if they don’t immediately release them all. This is in addition to the 400–800 houses they are proposing for development as large lot residential subdivision, multiple occupancy development or rural community title subdivision in seven other areas. I support the concept of slowing our growth, not accelerating it. We already have

enough land zoned for development to keep us growing at a rapid rate for the next 20 years. We don’t need more rural land released. You have until May 20 to comment on the draft Byron Shire Rural Land Use Strategy, though you can be sure that Council doesn’t care what you think. Dailan Pugh Byron Bay Q Shire residents should be aware of the implications of the poor planning process involved in the Draft Byron Rural Land Use Strategy, now on exhibition until May 20. The pro-development majority faction is bulldozing this through so that it can be signed off before its term expires at the end of July. The 22 amendments passed at the March 17 Council meeting by Cr Ibrahim are certainly not ‘generally minor changes’, the description Sol attributed to Shannon Burt, director of planning, in last week’s Echo. The strategy has become confused. Applications for rural housing development are no longer restricted to the designated priority areas in the north of the Shire – Main Arm, The Pocket and

Middle Pocket – but are now open across the Shire in areas mapped as unconstrained or assessable as well as significant farmland (some restrictions apply). No limits apply now to the number of rural residential lot houses across the Shire and the 815 houses projected in the north are still included. The previous minimum of 25 large rural residential lots on 10ha minimum has been ditched. It is now maybe possible to have three houses on one hectare. Rural housing lots no longer need to be clustered. They can now be developed to the east of the Highway (previously only west). Prior meddling introduced clauses that allow development outside the designated areas if land is 100 metres from a school bus route or is adjacent to a ‘major local or regional road’. The supposed failsafe of this rural land release program is that areas identified must have adequate infrastructure, ie roads/causeways and costs of upgrades must be borne by the developers at no cost to the wider community. As we know from previous experience at Main Arm, development occurs

and needed upgrades never happen, or the costs revert to the community. This amended strategy might appeal to some but it is backward planning and it can only be hoped that the NSW Department of Planning does not sign off on it. I urge residents to write submissions objecting to this plan and attend a community meeting at Kohinur Hall onSaturday April 23 from 2pm to 4pm. See www.facebook. com/MainArmCommunity. Judy MacDonald Upper Pocket

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Q I would like to draw your readers’ attention to a development application currently on public exhibition – DA 10.2016.189.1 at 116 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby. This proposal is for a multi-dwelling development comprising ten one-bedroom units plus five car-parking spaces in a residential zone (R2) and the demolition of the existing residence. I feel that this is a gross overdevelopment of this site, which is in the Mullumbimby Heritage Conservation precinct, and it does not reflect the valuable heritage aspect of the neighbourhood. It could, if approved, set an unwarranted precedent for any other block in town. I am also very sceptical about the claims made

by the proponent that these units will be ‘affordable’ for moderate-income people, as stated in the DA. This proposal is coming in under the State Environmental Planning Proposal (SEPP) Affordable Rental Housing policy. I seriously have my doubts. It reeks of maximising profit to the detriment of the town. If you are interested in making a submission against this medium-density, twostorey, motel-style development in a low-density residential area please do so by April 27 in writing to the council or online at submissions@byron.nsw.gov.au. Chris Cooney Mullumbimby

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the erosion problems along our beaches, or give protection to ratepayers who have approved dwellings (through BSC) along the beaches, or protect the infrastructure behind those properties like Council roads, drains, electricity and phone lines, etc that would also be destroyed in major storm events. Why don’t you ask the question ‘Why did Cr Rose Wanchap quit the Greens?’ Maybe because the Greens members verbally attacked and disrespected Rose in Council Chambers, in the street, and at her place of work. Have you people not heard of getting the best from your workers by

long has Byron Council been stalling on a bypass for Byron Bay to alleviate the traffic problems? How long have they been talking about fixing the beach erosion problem at Belongil? How long have they been promising integrated sportsfields for Ocean Shores ? Decades of non-action and previous councils saying ‘no’ to a swimming pool at Bangalow, and cycleways across the Shire, and now you want to criticise five current councillors who are actively finding solutions and acting on all those problems. I can guarantee that planned retreat won’t solve

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is currently before Council for ten units to be squeezed between two lovely old houses at the recently sold 116 Stuart Street, cloaked in the mantle of ‘affordable housing’. In fact only three of the ten need to be designated affordable in order for the developer (who has already successfully placed more than 125 of these units in over 30 locations in Queensland and NSW) to tick the boxes. Only five parking spaces need be provided for the potential 20 tenants of the development, with the rest expected to compete with the huge volume of cars now using residents’ nature strips as daytime parking. No thought has been given to neighbours confronted with nine terraces and all the

potential noise issues arising. Nobody can argue with the need for affordable housing in Byron Shire. However, affordable housing must be affordable housing, not inappropriate development masquerading as affordable housing, and it should be situated where it does not severely impact on the amenity of the town and the peace and quiet of existing neighbours. Station Street currently has two large vacant lots, not adjacent to any other dwellings, which would be far more suitable. DA 10.2016.189.1 can be viewed on Council’s website or at Council in Mullumbimby. Exhibition and submissions close 4pm, April 27. Christine McNeil Mullumbimby

treating them well? Constant insults and intimidation do not bring out the best in people. In previous councils when the Greens had the bloc vote to block everything, the Greens didn’t have a problem with that! I also agree with ‘no party politics in local government’ because it creates division and brings progress to a standstill, and we’ve all witnessed that in the past. You elected these councillors, so let them do their jobs! Tina Petroff Ocean Shores

I have already made up my mind that the Israeli soldier who shot an injured Palestinian man in the head is guilty of extrajudicial murder (Letters, April 13). However, I took my cue from defence minister Moshe Ya’alon who stated the soldier was ‘in utter breach of IDF values and of our code of ethics in combat’, and even Netanyahu initially condemned the shooting before later toning down his comments. The soldier has now been found guilty of manslaughter, which encourages Philip Luther, director of the Middle East and North Africa Program at Amnesty International, continued on page 14

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Coastline common sense washed away Q In its 1988 LEP Council adopted a policy of ‘planned retreat’ for development along the coastline, Belongil being seen as particularly vulnerable. After 1988 anyone building there had to sign acknowledgement of responsibility for loss due to erosion, new buildings had to be removable and at the same time it was understood that losses to development approved before that date would be compensated by Council. Since then there have been a number of illegal developments and Belongil residents have installed a variety of coastal protections without approval. Council eventually responded with some ‘soft’ protective measures but always resisted the demand for rock walls. The original Coastline Development Committee began its deliberations in

the mid-nineties with a film (since disappeared) showing the devastating effects of sea walls on beaches throughout the world. The committee included Belongil landowners among other interested ratepayers and discussions were often volatile but eventually – after many meetings and expensive consultants’ reports – the committee decided on planned retreat and the plan was supposed to be sent to the state government for approval – no-one seems to know what happened to that original, hard-won piece of decision-making. The current council has employed WRL (Water Research Laboratory) who have recommended an engineered solution – walls with walkway on top. Clearly in recognition of what this will do to the beach, they offer the following in their summary: ‘A range of useable, public

beaches, from urban to nature reserve wilderness, will still be available within the 37km of coastline in Byron Shire without planned retreat.’ Given the record of this Council, the (expensive) abandonment of our beach at Belongil is likely to be approved for exhibition and our submissions will be the last opportunity we have to tell our five pro-development councillors what we think of their decision-making. Jenny Coman Bangalow Q Cr

Canute is quite right to say it is ‘too late to turn back time’ (page 2, last week’s Echo), but that is what he is doing in trying to overturn Council’s long-held (but undefined) ‘planned retreat’ policy. It is also ‘too late to turn back time’ on rising sea levels – does Cr Canute

suggest that future generations keep building higher and higher rock walls to protect Belongil (what about the rest of the coastline?) from the minimum six-metre sea-level rise being predicted as an unavoidable result of climate change? If the Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) finds rock walls the best option, it presumably still contains some of the ‘errors and erroneous assumptions’ that were identified by OEH when they reviewed the original CBA and found that with these ‘errors and erroneous assumptions’ corrected, ‘planned retreat’ was the best option. Cr Canute can put up whatever he likes, but I suspect the NSW government agencies will treat his plans with the contempt they deserve. Matthew Lambourne Mullumbimby

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ur Great Marijuana Issue certainly ignited a lot of debate. Apart from the letters (which are still coming in) we apparently inspired Democrat MLC Richard Jones to ask questions in the Legislative Council, and a policeman in Byron Bay to publish extracts from a ten-year-old Reader’s Digest ‘proving’ the dangers of marijuana. By coincidence a week later there was a botanical excursion arrogantly conducted by a squad of heavily armed men, contemptuous of lifestyles different from their own. This was ‘Operation Eskimo’, demonstrating once again what so many people find offensive about the marijuana laws: that they encourage police to act like hooligans. Witnesses report that shots were fired, a garden destroyed and abusive language used (all denied by

In November 1990 The Echo devoted a whole edition to changing the laws about marijuana. This is the editorial from the following week (December 5, 1990). the officer in charge). Such behaviour might be justified in dealing with terrorists; dealing thus with harmless rural residents and their families is indefensible. The existence of drug laws is a standing incitation to ‘over-policing’. Instead of concentrating on offences against person and property, the police pad their crime detection figures with the easy option of the victimless crime – possessing marijuana. Provided with warrants by compliant magistrates, the police enter more houses in search of the weed than they ever do to recover stolen goods or capture dangerous sociopaths. And apparently no warrant is needed to stop and search old cars if they are being driven by young people, or to blunder around

the valleys looking for illegal vegetation. It is hard to escape the suspicion that these laws exist in order to give police the power to override normal civil rights when they feel it is in their interest to do so. The drug laws distort the normal functions of the police and they also act as an ever-present temptation to corruptible members of the force. Revising the law at least

as far as decriminalising marijuana is long overdue, and the fact that this is not even on the state or federal agenda for discussion suggests that powerful interests are at work to frustrate any reform – not least the commercial growers themselves, who rely on the law for their enormous profits. One defender of the status quo concluded his letter by

saying that the onus is on the proponents of decriminalisation to prove such course would be a lesser evil than current policies. What with organised crime, significant corruption in the police force and the ready availability of heroin offered as an alternative to marijuana, it is hard to believe that current policies have a shred of credibility. However, let us review the reasons for supporting the status quo. There are laws against the cultivation, possession and ingesting of marijuana because: 1. It is medically dangerous. (Only if you believe in the Reader’s Digest. And it’s legal to smoke tobacco which is much more dangerous.) 2. It is depriving brewers,

continued from page 12 because ‘previous Israeli investigations have failed to hold members of the Israeli forces accountable even when there has been clear evidence of criminal wrongdoing’. I find it encouraging when Mr Alhadeff says, ‘The most vigorous critics of Israeli government policy are Israel’s own citizens.’ He should therefore endorse the words of Hagai El-Ad, the executive director of B’Tselem, the Israeli Human Centre for Rights in the Occupied Territories, who told me, ‘We’ve reported on: continued house demolitions which have rendered dozens

of Palestinians homeless; collective punishment in Hebron in the form of closing shops and businesses and repeated inspections; steps taken toward de facto annexation in the area of Har Gilo and the Cremisan Valley south of Jerusalem; and the plight of Palestinians who cannot get proper medical treatment in Gaza or elsewhere.’ Referring to Palestinian children he writes: ‘It’s hard when you don’t feel safe in your own home, with soldiers waking you in the dead of night; it’s hard to feel free when soldiers and police detain you on your way to school; it’s hard to

breathe when you are denied the basic rights freedom and dignity.’ In light of Israel’s brutal occupation can any reasonable person condemn the use of stones and knives against the eighth most powerful military force on the planet? This is why we advocate for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions, which non-violently targets Israel’s economy, culture and academia to force it to stop its criminal behaviour and abide by international law. Gareth W R Smith Palestine Liberation Centre Byron Bay

vintners and distillers of their legitimate income. 3. It makes for creative and seditious thinking – the Fast Buck$ theorem. (Frankly bullshit. It makes for quietism and inertia. Otherwise these stupid laws would have been changed by now.) 4. It is irreligious. Alcohol is the sacrament sanctioned by our society. (A good reason for the advent of multiculturalism and the global village, but no longer applicable.) 5. Being illegal, and therefore expensive, the supply of it makes lots of money for organised crime, which includes elements of the police force. There are, of course, a larger number of reasons in favour of changing the law. But if you’ve read this far and don’t agree, then it’s unlikely that The Echo will change your mind.

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I am furious at Cr Jeff Johnson’s letter claiming that we the residents are opposed to anything going onto the Ocean Breeze Reserve (Echo, April 13). He has not lived here long enough or done his homework. If he had he would know that we have been pushing for playground equipment and park-related facilities for almost 20 years. I have all of the 33 copies of original submissions from 1998 and 2007, including letters from the Lennox Head Residents Association 1999, requesting play equipment on continued on page 17

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Recently I went to visit a couple of young Afghan refugees held in detention in Bali and my experience was in stark contrast to everything I have heard about how refugees are treated in Australia. Byron Bay woman, Rani Willis, asked me to take some money and things to two boys (unnamed for various reasons) whose brother lives in Australia and who has been trying to get them to join him. I did some shopping for some things which I felt they might appreciate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; dried fruit, nuts, cans of milk, sweets, chai, teas and disposable razors, and so on. When I arrived there for visiting time (9â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11am on Tuesdays and Thursdays) I was met with incredulity from the staff â&#x20AC;&#x201C; why did I want to visit someone I had never met? Why was I giving them stuff ? Once they made a photocopy of my passport â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I was a bit concerned about this initially, though later I realised it was fine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and I assured them of my intentions, a guard was sent up to get the two young men.

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down the stairs they were smiling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they had been informed a visitor was coming â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and greeted me with shy hugs. We talked for a bit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not so easy as their voices were very low, as if used to living in a crowded place and having to speak low for privacy. They had first landed in west Java and were held in detention there before being moved to Bali. They are Hazari, the Afghan minority that the dominant Pushtins and the Taliban treat like a subclass, Afghan untouchables in a way. The boys have been in Bali for 18 months, living in a large room/cell with 11 others, and naturally were somewhat institutionalised â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the glazed eyes, the flitting of attention as well as the low voices. One of the boys spoke okay English while the other one was most apologetic that he did not understand or speak much English. When I visited again after a month his English had improved immensely courtesy of English classes another detainee is running.

Welcome goodies Their skin was a bit sallow and their bodies were slack also. They said the food was okay but I can imagine it is not nutrition- or proteinpacked, given the average Indonesian diet. Not a lot of brain food there. They were very happy to receive the goodies I brought, especially the dates. They are allowed to have phones, and so have access to email and the internet via the smartphone of someone else in their cell. They told me that they went to the beach one day recently. Just for two hours, after which they found it very hard to go back to detention, but they really liked it. I was impressed that the Balinese

gave them that experience, even if it maybe made them more depressed afterwards. They were very sweet and their longing for a normal life outside of walls and uncertainty was palpable. There is a volleyball court out the front of the main building where they get to play once or twice a week depending on the weather â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it was rainy season still. I asked about the other detainees â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there are people from all over western Asia and the Middle East. There are some families with young children. I asked about bringing toys for the kids, but was told no, as there was some self-harm issue, and possibly, a la the Coke bottle in The Gods Must Be Crazy, jealousy and possessiveness.

Institutionalised One thing I asked them about was if they were afraid. Of guards or other detainees. The answer was a clear no, although occasionally a detainee would freak out, crying and screaming. I found it pretty awkward talking with them sometimes, as there were lots of empty spaces and my questions were often met with the institutionalised yes or no. All of which was understandable. I decided to be a bit more proactive and we talked about various strategies to keep sane â&#x20AC;&#x201C; exercising as much as possible, remembering not to get lost in their minds and all the fear and uncertainty lurking there. I gave them some tools with which to manage their emotions and thoughts. They already had a bit of a handle on that, which surprised me, but then again after nearly two years in detention they had clearly learned a few things. The fact they are trying to get into Australia to be reunited with their brother

in these times of Australian intransigence meant that I was also unable to offer them anything by way of hope. I suggested they apply to New Zealand and put off Australian reunion for a year or two. The strongest impression I got though was of the refugees not being treated as criminals as in Australian facilities. The boys had come down from their room/cell on their own and at the end went back on their own. The guards did not treat them like they were dangerous or evil people, but knowing that their own situation was not that much further up the ladder they were more compassionate, forgiving. The boys could easily have escaped while I was there â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there were no doors, gates or guards between us and the road outside â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but of course the question of what they would do once they got out is front and centre; as well their institutionalisation means they do not even consider that possibility.

Even for life It is not like they have been sentenced to jail for a finite period but that their detention is indefinite, that they may remain there for ten years or more, or even their whole lives. Their vision of life is one without a future. Tough. It would be my worst nightmare to be in limbo having left the old because it was intolerable and risked their lives on leaky boats and then be locked up with no clarity at all about the future. If you feel like being part of a support network for these boys and/or others in the detention facility, see Facebook page To Bali With Love. Q See more articles by Mark Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien (formerly Alok) at balifoodandfun.com.

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What on Earth is wrong with Hillary Clinton? Phillip Frazer

In 1964, Hillary Rodham (later Clinton) campaigned for Republican presidential candidate Barry Goldwater. Goldwater thought America should bomb Vietnam more, and he opposed the civil rights act which outlawed discrimination because it didn’t take into account ‘the essential differences between men’ – meaning that differences between white and black people are not the result of history but of ‘essentials’. Hillary said, back then when she was 17, that she wanted to be ‘a mind conservative and a heart liberal’, and she moved on from Goldwater after he was thrashed by Democrat Lyndon Johnson in the 1964 election. By 1968 she was supporting anti-war Democrats, but simultaneously working on billionaire Nelson Rockefeller’s campaign for the Republican nomination. So, 50 years ago, was she agile, or unprincipled? This remains the question hanging over her character today, as she struggles in the polls to keep just a point or two ahead of seriously dangerous Republican candidates Donald Trump and Ted Cruz. Clinton is a very dedicated and determined politician – and she does have some principles: she has consistently supported protecting women and children from poverty and violence inflicted on them by men (including husbands and fathers), but not so much the women and children of Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya, Syria and other countries she has sanctioned invading, or Saudi Arabia, a men-only dictatorship she believes she cannot confront because they have so much oil money and so many partnerships with mega-wealthy Americans. Agile or unprincipled? As this year’s presidential campaign has progressed LETTERS continued from page 14 Ocean Breeze Reserve. Cr Johnson has pushed this issue through Council without proper community consultation and without any design to show. There were a few kids (all aged 12) who he is meant to be supporting – the track he is designing is for 6- to 10-year-olds. If he had bothered to contact the Lennox Head Sports Association then he would realise that his claims about

(unravelled?) Hillary has ramped up her challenges to Wall Street and Big Corporates in general, and promoted more people-friendly federal policies on environment, health-care, privacy, and more. Is this tilt the result of principle or the fact that Bernie Sanders is winning more states than she is with his old-school social programs – proving especially popular with young voters she’ll need in order to win the big prize in November? Michelle Goldberg pointed out recently in Slate re Hillary’s change of heart that ‘before she was excoriated as a sellout corporatist, she was excoriated as a feminist radical. She was widely seen as being to her husband’s left, in a way that threatened his political viability. [Then] she would overcorrect, trying to convince a sceptical mainstream press that she was a sensible centrist.

Hillary Clinton’s official portrait when Secretary of State.

composed of a network of sexsegregated cells of political, business, and military leaders dedicated to ‘spiritual war’ on behalf of Christ, many of them recruited at the Fellowship’s annual National Prayer Breakfast. The Family’s operations were somewhat exposed in 2007 by a writer named Jeff Sharlet, who joined the group under cover.

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‘Since the 90s … the Democrats have moved left. The result, for Clinton, is that she’s now struggling to convince voters that she is the person she was once widely assumed to be.’ And even as she feels this touch of the Bern, she stands by her hard-line proestablishment positions such as rejection of secret-busters like Assange and Snowden, or boycotters of Israel or fossilfuel companies – in a tone of voice that is as fervently flagwaving as, say, George Bush’s, or Tony Abbott’s. Here’s a clue to Hillary’s mix of apparent principle, pragmatism, and immense self-belief, which is rarely raised in the US media because it concerns religion – specifically Christianity. Since the 1930s, a secretive Capitol Hill group known as the Fellowship (or ‘the Family’) has run a conservative Bible study and prayer circle

For a good portion of her 25 years in Washington Clinton has been an active participant in The Fellowship, which, according to Sharlet and Kathryn Joyce in Mother Jones, believes that ‘the elite win power by the will of God, who uses them for his purposes. Its mission is to help the powerful understand their role in God’s plan.’ The Fellowship has inspired members in Congress to increase US support for a dumpload of dictators including the Duvaliers in Haiti, Park in South Korea, Suharto of Indonesia, and other military madmen and crooked bankers. The Fellowship, Joyce and Sharlet argue, ‘convinces politicians they can transcend left and right with an ecumenical faith that rises above politics. Only the faith is always evangelical, and the politics always move rightward.’ They identify several social justice initia-

the park not being utilised by a ‘cricket pitch’ are complete rubbish. The LHSA has been consulting with residents from 1998. The land is not big enough for that type of facility and, because it was a swamp, it is not financially viable for any group to try to construct on this land. Council has just approved the next estate in Lennox Head. The Reservoir Estate will be on the southern side of the park with the main arterial road (Hutley Drive) to go

between it. There are no plans or budget for the council to even erect timber bollards for pedestrian safety. Or any allocation for bins, or water, and we’re still requesting signage for the park after 20 years. Cr Jeff Johnson should be ashamed that he is misleading the community. Our neighbourhood has been requesting funds for our reserve for 18 years. I have all the documents, Jeff. Allison Goodman Lennox Head

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tives which Clinton sought to rewrite in terms of conservative morality, but the broader issue is the extent to which Hillary believes she as a politician is chosen by God – and the USA as a country is too. Most pollies at the highest level of power in Washington believe in American exceptionalism, meaning the country is exceptionally good and also exempt from rules like ‘don’t kill people in order to save them’. Obama spent a fair amount of his presidency killing thousands of bad guys (as defined by military and intelligence boffins) with drones, so he didn’t have to kill millions with troops and bombs. In America’s political lingo, people who argue for a kill-’em-efficiently approach and who serve Big Corporate interests, are called neo-conservatives. Here in Australian the commentariat calls them neo-liberals. What’s most disturbing about Hillary is that she has gathered around her a flock of these people to help her make the world a better place when she’s president. She prefers to be known as

a ‘liberal interventionist,’ but even vice-president Joe Biden reckons Clinton is an ‘interventionist’ – all too inclined to believe that ‘we just have to do something when bad people do bad things.’ If only she could always let loose her inner self, as she did

in 1999 when she described her husband, then-Philanderer-in-Chief Bill, as ‘a hard dog to keep on the porch’. Q Phillip Frazer covers elections in the USA and Australia on his website www. coorabellridge.com.

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7 Tweed Street, Brunswick Heads 32 Warrambool Road Ocean Shores Contact agent for price 5 3 2

Hinterland retreat 205 Repentance Creek Road, Goonengerry $1,150,000 $659,000 3 1 2

Endless opportunities available on this high profile location site. Current zoning is B4 mixed commercial use – lending it to medical centres, supermarkets, bottleshops, etc STCA. A great opportunity for investors to land bank as it is such a valuable site. You could lease the whole property out and receive a higher return then currently in the bank. Located in the high profile area of Brunswick Heads on a level 1011sqm block with 3 street frontages the options are endless. Currently there is an office, 2 garages, 2 carports, storeroom, 2 toilets and ample parking. Perfectly positioned an easy walk to the thriving hub of Brunswick Heads, the river and beach - opportunities like these are few and far between for such a rare and unique property.

A home of the absolutely highest standard designed perfectly to take advantage of its brilliant ridgetop yet near level location. The impressive list of features is almost endless creating one of the finest homes in the entire north of the Byron Shire. From the moment you enter you are greeted by a light filled atrium in the foyer setting the standard of luxury and design. The lower level comprises 3 guest bedrooms, a home gym, office/5th bedroom, guest loungreoom opening onto an outdoor entertaining area with access to the 14m solar-heated lap pool and outdoor spa. The upper level is open planned with a choice of ocean view or mountain and valley view large outdoor entertaining decks. CeasarStone and 2-pack kitchen is perfect for entertaining and the master retreat is your own private resort room. Nothing left to do but enjoy.

Tucked away in the Byron hinterland on 7.7 private acres is this 3 bedroom cedar home with studio. A combined lounge/dining area comes with wood fire combustion heating for those chilly nights, while reverse-cycle air-conditioning keeps you cool on those balmy summer days. There is a functional timber kitchen and 3 bedrooms all with builtins, while undercover verandahs on all sides give you extra space no matter what the weather. The separate studio consists of a bathroom and kitchenette and is the perfect teenage retreat. There is a double lock-up garage and the grounds are ideal for the keen gardener. If you are looking for a small, private acreage lifestyle property with established gardens and also room to make your own improvements, this could be it!

Inspect: By appointment Contact: Sharon McInnes 0408 659 649 First National Byron Bay

Inspect: By appointment Contact: Adam Mangleson 0414 804 016 Chincogan Real Estate

Inspect: Saturday 10.00 – 10.30am Contact: Duncan Lorimer 0400 844 412 Elders Bangalow

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7/84 Rajah Rd Ocean Shores 45 Argyle Street, Mullumbimby

79 Burringbar St Mullumbimby

$769,000

• 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom wonderfully presented converted church residence • Covered outdoor decks flanked by tranquil gardens • Inground saltwater pool, 3kw solar system, 900+ m2 block • Separate 1 bedroom open plan stylishly converted studio • Rear lane access and only a short stroll to town centre

2/7 Gara Court Ocean Shores

$579,000

OPEN HOUSE SAT 23 APRIL 10.30 am to 11.30 am • 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom designer home • Highly versatile layout • 2nd kitchenette with side access, fenced dual easy-care garden & lawns, skylights, high ceilings, sunny north facing covered entertaining area. • Cul-de-sac location close to local shops, beaches and river

12 Murwillumbah Road, Mullumbimby $589,000 • 1278m2 residentially zoned block with development potential & direct river frontage • Solid 3 bedroom brick & tile home with large garage • Polished timber floors, new kitchen with breakfast bar • Beautifully landscaped private gardens with views over the river • Good location opposite primary school, walk to town centre

31 New City Road, Mullumbimby

EASY RURAL LIVING + STUDIO 461 Repentance Creek Road, Goonengerry Peaceful and relaxed rural living on 4 elevated fenced acres in the sought-after Byron countryside. The low-maintenance quality 3 bedroom 2 bathroom main home has had a substantial makeover, updated to the highest standards, and features timber windows and doors, soaring cathedral ceilings, new flooring, kitchen, bathroom and large new solar electricity system and solar hot water. From the full-length rear entertaining area you will enjoy vast valley views & outlook over your beautiful property. Adjoining the home is a brand new 10x10m shed large

$575,000

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4 bedroom, 2 sunroom home with separate double garage High ceilings and timber floors throughout Good quiet location within a small distance of the CBD 712m2 fully fenced block with rear lane access and plenty of room for a granny flat • New solar hot water, established fruit trees. Ideal first home or investment

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For Sale $949,000 3 bed, 2 bath, 4 car

enough for 3 cars + boat + pool table + workshop + man cave. The separate brick and Colorbond studio is a great guest retreat or rental income but is only a partial conversion of a large 3.5-bay garage that could easily become a complete 2nd home/rural dual occupancy (STCA). Fully renovated Pebblecrete lagoon-style pool and the land has mature grounds for privacy and plenty of usable areas for horses or farming. Complete package and easy living in beautiful countryside.

Inspections by appointment only

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3/11 Range Street East Ballina. Convenient central location-walk/ride to beaches, shops & cafes in Ballina Top floor 2 bdm unit, open plan living, big elevated Shaws Bay views Auction 5.30pm 27th April in our rooms. Oversized main bedroom-ensuite, BIR Wed ID: 1P1044. + private covered balcony Contact Mark Kinneally 0429 868 001 Lois Buckett 0428 877 399. Living space flows to large covered balcony-perfect for entertaining Good sized kitchen has plenty of bench space + breakfast bar Fully furnished, currently a holiday property with good returns

Tallowood Ridge, Mullumbimby

Here is an opportunity to purchase 4 acres with town water, a comfortable house and pool, plus gardens, orchard, chicken coop and paddocks at an entry-level price. Set well back from the road this northeast facing house has multiple quiet places to soak in the sun and admire the gardens and rolling hills. Upstairs timber floors connect the 3 good sized bedrooms and the open plan lounge/living/dining area. The renovated kitchen looks over the vege garden and opens to a deck. Downstairs is another bathroom, laundry and a large garage that lends itself to a rumpus or separate living area. There is also an attached carport and large garden shed. Located only 8 minutes to the charming village of Federal, 15 minutes to Bangalow and 30 minutes to Byron Bay.

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74 Ballina Street, Lennox Head. Rare opportunity with potential PLUS 809.4m2 with rear lane access Existing 2 storey commercial building with 2 separate secure rentals. (Post Office & Finance Business) Both these rentals have their own amenities and lease terms remaining Vacant 3 bedroom brick home with SLUG + DLUG + off-street parking Good income to be had now with redevelopment potential in future STCA*

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Open House Times: Thursday 21st April / 12 -12:30pm Saturday 23rd April / 12 -12:30pm

For further information contact Jeremy Bennett 0401 222 686 / jeremy@byronbaysales.com.au 12 Lawson Street, Byron Bay / 02 6685 8575

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Property Coastal country charm 29 Pinegroves Road, Myocum 3

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Location! Location! Location!

14 Beach Avenue, South Golden Beach 1/14 Helen Street, South golden Beach $1,195,000 $799,000 – $849,000 3 2 2 3 2 1

Offering a quiet, peaceful address at the end of a no-through road in popular Myocum, is this rare one acre parcel with a stunning, light-filled home and separate self-contained studio. The near level acre is beautifully landscaped and offers panoramic views to surrounding hills and across the valley. Approximately 17 years old, the home is spacious with an open plan living area and also incorporates an artist’s studio. It offers an easy lifestyle with various areas surrounding the home to relax and enjoy the property. There is an inground swimming pool with timber decking at the front of the house and another private, pebbled courtyard off the kitchen and living area and artist studio. This property is a pleasure to inspect and you could comfortably move into the property without having to spend a cent. Myocum is a favourite location for many as it is central to Mullumbimby, Byron Bay and Bangalow being only 10 minutes away.

Light, breezy and elevated, this open and spacious home captures coastal breezes, and a pleasant nature-filled outlook, all while being in one of the most sought-after locations: just one block from South Golden Beach! This 639m2 block is visually impressive – surrounded by lush, tropical landscaped gardens, including well established trees that offer ample birdlife, shade and privacy, while still allowing for bright, light sun-streams to enter the home abundantly. Listen to the surf while enjoying the massive deck. With quality fittings and well thought-out design throughout the entire home, you’ll have ample reason to take pleasure in this modern, stylish, split-level home. A HUGE bonus is the fully selfcontained downstairs area – ideal accommodation for family or extra rental income.

Inspect: Saturday 12 – 12.30pm Contact: Janice Maple 0401 026 359 Elders Bangalow

Inspect: By appointment Contact: Franco Braico, Area Sales Manager 0438 565 525 Raine & Horne Ocean Shores / Brunswick Heads

• Glass entrance, timber floors, tropical glass louvres • 2 open plan living areas, soaring ceilings • Chefs kitchen with European gas cooking • 3 generous bedrooms all with built ins, bonus powder room • 2.5 beautiful mosaic bathrooms, standalone bath • Sun kissed sparkling salt water pool • Landscaped gardens, 2 timber alfresco decks • Remote garage or gym, office, workroom • Nature reserve across the road • Agent’s interest declared

Inspect: Thursday & Saturday 1.00–2.00pm Contact: Kylie Charlton, Area Sales Manager 0428 440 740 Raine & Horne Ocean Shores / Brunswick Heads

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New Brighton 8 Short Street AUCTION – NEW BRIGHTON RIVER FRONT The seaside village of New Brighton is highly sought after and having a riverfront property a stroll from the beach is an absolute fantasy! Well, not any more – you can make it a reality. • Approx. 500m2, level vacant block is ready for you to bid and build your dream home • Become the envy of friends and live the dream

View By Appointment Auction 11.30am 7th May at RSL Auxiliary Hall Brunswick Contact Peter Browning 0411 801 795 LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads 02 6685 0177

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IDYLLIC HINTERLAND HOBBY FARM • Rural lifestyle hobby farm acres • Character architect design home • 20 years of rainforest regeneration • Adjoins vibrant Federal community • Passive solar for comfort and costs • 20 minute scenic drive to the surf • Gentle slopes for horses and horticulture • Spring fed dams and creek • Frontage to headwaters of Stony Creek.

AUCTION 28 April 6pm in Our Rooms

• Circa 1940s character timber home on 10 acres • Separate converted dairy bails with bedroom plus bathroom • Quiet, no through road location • Usable, level, acreage with 2 dams suitable for horses or cattle • Potential to improve/ value add • Very tightly held, desirable Myocum address • 3.3kW solar photovoltaic panels • Forest area with 1600 native trees planted by the owners. 234 Dingo Lane, MYOCUM Open Saturdays 11am - 11.30am Open Wednesdays 2pm - 2.30pm Janice Maple 0401 026 359

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• Tranquil, elevated position on 1270sqm • Spacious, master built, red cedar home • Extensive use of timber throughout • High ceilings, expansive decks • Stunning, mature rainforest outlook • Double carport underneath • Extremely quiet location in Bangalow • Owner built and occupied for 23 years - it’s time to move on!

• Excellent location, walk town centre • Elevated corner position on approx 682sqm • Appealing modern design • Extra multipurpose space with a variety NEÄONSDMSH@KÄTRDRÄ 23" ÄlÄ+N@CRÄNEÄM@STQ@KÄKHFGS ÄSHLADQÄÇNNQR • Open plan living ÇNVRÄSNÄF@QCDMÄlÄ LOKDÄOQHU@BXÄADGHMCÄSQNOHB@KÄF@QCDMRÄlÄ1NNLÄSo improve to fully capitalise • Don’t delay!

16 Palm Tree Crescent, BANGALOW Open Saturdays 11am - 11.30am Open Wednesdays 12pm - 12.30pm Janice Maple 0401 026 359

2 Ferguson Court, BANGALOW Open Saturdays 11am - 11.30am Duncan Lorimer 0400 844 412

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AUCTION 18 May 6pm in Our Rooms

The Hinterland Specialists

AUCTION 18 May 6pm in Our Rooms

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Open For Inspection BYRON BEACH REALTY BYRON BAY

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19 Palm-Lily Crescent, Bangalow. Sat 9.30-10.15am 29 Leslie Street, Bangalow. Sat 10.45-11.15am 55 Lilli Pilli Drive, Byron Bay. Sat 12.45-1.30pm 6 Mahr Place, Suffolk Park. Sat 2.00-2.45pm 64 Billinudgel Road, Billinudgel. Sat 3.30-4.15pm

ELDERS BANGALOW

• 16 Palm Tree Crescent, Bangalow. Wed 12-12.30pm & Sat 11-11.30am • 234 Dingo Ln, Myocum. Wed 2-2.30pm & Sat 11-11.30am • 205 Repentance Creek Road, Goonengerry. Sat 10-10.30am • 6 Staghorn Court, Bangalow. Sat 10-10.30am • 22 Callistemon Drive, Federal. Sat 11-11.30am • 2 Ferguson Court, Bangalow. Sat 11-11.30am • 29 Pinegroves Road, Myocum. Sat 12-12.30pm

FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY

• Lot 4 & Lot 6, 155-159 Broken Head Rd, Suffolk Park. Wed & Sat 12-12.30pm • Lots 1 and 18 Wilfred Street, Billinudgel. Thu 10-10.30am • 5 Mott Street, Byron Bay. Thu & Sat 12-12.30pm • 10 Wright Place, Byron Bay. Thu 2-2.30pm • 120 Lagoon Drive, Myocum. Thu 4-4.30pm • 75 Burns Point Ferry Road, Ballina. Fri 12-12.30pm • 120 Lagoon Drive, Myocum. Sat 9-9.30am • 271 Goremans Road, Eureka. Sat 10-10.30am • 9 Callistemon Drive, Federal. Sat 10-10.30am • 6 Staghorn Court (off Palm-Lilly Place), Bangalow. Sat 10-10.30am • 123 Whian Road, Eureka. Sat 10-10.30am • 15 Bryce Street, Suffolk Park. Sat 11-11.30am • Lot 19 Campbell Lane, Bangalow. Sat 11-11.30am • 21 Scott Street, Byron Bay. Sat 11-11.30am • 256 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby. Sat 11-11.30am • 71 Plantation Drive, Ewingsdale. Sat 12-12.30pm • 21 Johnstons Lane, Main Arm. Sat 12-12.30pm • 505 Ridgewood Road, Rosebank. Sat 2-2.30pm • 106 Arkinstall Road, Tuntable Creek. Sat 2-2.30pm • 463 Tuntable Creek Rd, Tuntable Creek. Sat 3-3.30pm

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LOIS BUCKETT REAL ESTATE

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52 Hinterland Way, Tintenbar. Sat 10-10.30am 3/11 Range Street, East Ballina. Sat 11-11.30am 1/9 Seaview Street, East Ballina. Sat 11-11.30am 14 Amber Drive, Lennox Head. Sat 12-12.30pm 8 Claremont Place, Lennox Head. Sat 1-1.30pm

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES

• 2 Ulpirra Court, Ocean Shores. Fri & Sat 11am-12pm • 1/14 Helen Street, South Golden Beach. Thu & Sat 1-2pm • 14 Goonengerry Mill Road, Goonengerry. Sat 2.30-3.30pm & Sun 11am-12pm • 14 Beach Avenue, South Golden Beach. Sat 1.30-2pm

LJ HOOKER BRUNSWICK HEADS

• 1 Kulgun Court, Ocean Shores. Sat 10-10:30am • 9 Kanandah Court, Ocean Shores. 11-11:30am

AUCTIONS ELDERS BANGALOW

Auctions April 28, 2016 • 22 Callistemon Drive, Federal • 234 Dingo Lane, Myocum

Auctions May 18, 2016

• 2 Ferguson Court, Bangalow • 16 Palm Tree Crescent, Bangalow

FIRST NATIONAL BYRON BAY

Auction 10.30am April 30

NEW LISTINGS BYRON BEACH REALTY BYRON BAY

• 19 Palm-Lily Crescent, Bangalow. $895,000–$975,000 • 64 Billinudgel Rd, Billinudgel. $1,100,000–$1,200,000

ELDERS BANGALOW

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182 Rocky Creek Dam Road, Dunoon 16 Palm Tree Crescent, Bangalow 2 Ferguson Court, Bangalow 6 Staghorn Court, Bangalow

LOIS BUCKETT REAL ESTATE

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3/11 Range Street, East Ballina. Auction 8 Claremont Place, Lennox Head. $729,000 52 Hinterland Way, Tintenbar. $910,000- $1,000,000 14 Amber Drive, Lennox Head. $1,150,000 74 Ballina Street, Lennox Head. EOI 5pm 22nd April

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES

• 14 Goonengerry Mill Road, Goonengerry

ATTENTION AGENTS & PRIVATE SELLERS Have your Open Houses, Auctions and New Listings here. Email: adcopy@echo.net.au

• 5 Mott Street, Byron Bay

Auction 2pm May 14

• 120 Lagoon Drive, Myocum

LOIS BUCKETT REAL ESTATE

Auction 5.30pm Wednesday April 17 in our rooms • 3/11 Range Street, East Ballina

RAINE & HORNE OCEAN SHORES

Auction 1.30pm onsite Saturday April 30 • 1/14 Helen Street, South Golden Beach

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The Good Life

Shared dining at Blake’s Table

Food Wine Travel

Wasting food NSW householders throw away about 800,000 tonnes or $2.5 billion worth of edible food each year.* People, when they think about food waste, tend to think about ‘baddie’ supermarkets, or the fact that 28 per cent of restaurant waste is food, and underestimate the contribution households make: 60 per cent of householders believe incorrectly that they don’t waste food. It may be that we are putting leftovers from a few days ago into the back of the fridge, and then forgetting them. It may be because of poor meal planning, not sticking to a shopping list, or forgetting to check our cupboards and fridges before we leave for the supermarket. We also often cook more than our appetites require, so we could aim to not

have any leftovers unless we have incorporated the leftovers into our meal plan. Statewide analysis by the NSW EPA in 2009 estimated each householder eats on aver-

Three top food wasters in NSW: Families with children (time-poor, meal planning, and with variable appetites), young people 18–26 (lack skills in meal planning) and high-income earners (eat and discard more takeaway). covery of as many resources from landfill as possible. Community engagement is the key

but in fact we can make a huge difference. Linda Tohver says that, for

Just Eat It – free screening Wed 27 April 7pm Byron Community Centre

age 900kg of food per year and wastes a lot of it; households could be saving $1,000 each year. Linda Tohver, education coordinator with North East Waste, says, ‘In this region we are lucky to have a council that is so proactive in regard to supporting sustainability, waste avoidance and the re-

Top five ways to reduce food waste. Meal planning, shopping to a list and sticking to it, storing it properly, portion control, loving leftovers.

to changing behaviour in a meaningful way, which is why Byron Council and NE Waste are coordinating the screening of a free movie on food waste next Wednesday. In the film, the filmmakers look at the whole cycle, from the perspective of the farmers right through to the household consumer – the whole supply chain. However, often we as consumers feel that we are powerless to do something,

example, ‘Proper storage can lengthen the life of produce, and reduce the chances of wilted food being discarded. If you have extra bread, for example, then freeze a loaf. Freezing food is literally like hitting a pause button and helps preserve its life. Make sure that you store things like flour and cereals and leftovers in airtight containers. ‘With the advent of the green bin and the compost bin,

we often hear people saying that their food is not wasted if it’s being composted. Ideally, though, we don’t want any ‘good’ food (that could have been eaten) to go into a bin. ‘We know that food waste is not just about the “waste” itself, but there is also a waste of water and energy that was used to produce the food in the first place. Throwing out a kilogram of beef wastes 50,000 litres of water according to CSIRO data,’ she says. *Figures quoted in this article come from the EPA community benchmark study of 2009: see (http://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/ resources/managewaste/150464love-food-hate-waste-study.pdf).

When Blake Seymour joined Ballina RSL Club just over 12 months ago, he introduced a seasonal dining experience called Blake’s Table. The concept was that four times a year locals and their friends could experience local produce and ingredients in a shared-style atmosphere. Blake’s Table is wholesome dishes where several courses are presented on shared platters. The next Blake’s Table is Friday 29 April. This menu highlights: Slow-roasted maple and rosemary smoked Hayters Hill beef ribs; Baked ocean trout with yoghurt tahini and walnut tarator; Chocolate and banana parfait bombe Alaska with Davidson plum, berries and macadamias; locally sourced cheese; botrytis poached pear; housemade lavash and more. ‘For many people, sharedstyle dining their favourite way to eat,’ said Blake. ‘My menu has something for everyone – meat, seafood or vegetarian.’ 6686 2544 to reserve your seat for Friday 29 April from 6pm. www.ballinarsl.com.au

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Friday 29 April from 6.30pm Spinnakers Shared style menu with local ingredients Tickets $65 Live music by Leigh James

at Byron Bay Golf Club 62 Broken Head Road 6685 6470 thedeckatbyron.com

Bangalow Dining Rooms

Enjoy our balcony restaurant, intimate dining room and generous bistro food in the pub. With reasonable prices our menu reflects the wonderful local and fresh produce of the region. SMH GOOD PUB Large groups welcome. FOOD GUIDE We also offer off-site catering. 2013 AND 2014 www.bangalowdining.com

Traditional Thai

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BYRON BAY

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

Happy Chilli Garden

Hong Kong chef specialising in Chinese and Malay foods

Open 7 days 12pm till late Byron St (opp Aldi) Byron Bay P 6680 9191 F 6676 4869 M 0403 516793 happychilligarden@hotmail.com

Dinner Special $18 - Includes a wine or beer

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

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Dinner every evening 5.30-9.30pm

Here the curry pastes are freshly pounded to leave your palate dumbfounded.

5/2 Fletcher St, Byron Bay 6685 5151

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

Warung Bagus

Italian at the Pacific

Byron at Byron

Lunch & Dinner Open Wed to Sunday

3/14 Bay St (opposite the surf club) 7.30am–7pm every day Dine-in and takeaway BYO

Fully licensed Dine In / Takeaway / Home Delivery Available

Peaceful dining by our tranquil rainforest Open seven days: breakfast, lunch & dinner Thursday Farmers Market Dinner 2 courses $52 per person 3 courses $62 per person

St Elmo is a place where you can enjoy great company, first-class food, sophisticated cocktails and an extensive wine list. St Elmo is plating up modern Spanish cuisine to be enjoyed amongst friends and family. Our menus change regularly and feature daily specials.

Great Food, Stunning Views Affordable, Innovative Locally Sourced Produce Simply Delicious Food Functions & Weddings hello@thedeckatbyron.com

Hog’s Breath Cafe Open 7 Days, 11.30am-2.30pm Dinner from 5.30pm 9/4 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6685 5320 www.hogsbreath.com.au

O-Sushi

Byron Bay Woolies Plaza, Jonson St 02 6685 7103 Coolangatta The Strand Marine Pde 07 5536 5455 Broadbeach The Oracle, 12 Charles Ave 07 5570 2166 www.osushi.com.au

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

Indonesian-inspired cuisine in a casual setting on the beachfront. All-day breakfasts, nasi-campur style buffet lunch, snacks and desserts, coffee, smoothies, juices and cakes. Indoor/outdoor seating with sea views.

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Hog’s Breath Cafe’s menu just got better with some mouth-watering new steaks, salad, pasta and an abundance of delicious dessert selections. As usual, the diverse menu also offers chicken, seafood, snacks, burgers, ribs, kid’s meals, a range of Lite Options, plus their famous Prime Rib Steak – slow cooked for up to 18 hours for maximum flavour and tenderness. Kids eat free Mon – Wed nights and you can grab lunch for just $9.90, so there’s something to please the whole family.

O-Sushi – Since 2004 An award-winning Japanese fusion cuisine Sushi bar, tapas, main meals and delicious chef’s specials Eat in or take away, licensed, family friendly Outdoor dining area, easy parking, Open 7 days a week, 11am till late. FRESH PIZZA – BYRON STYLE Check us out on

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

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

Fishheads Open seven days 7:30am till late Coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, functions and weddings. Fully licensed. 1 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7632

The Green Bistro

Basiloco Ristorante Pizzeria

Breakfast/Lunch: 7 days from 7am Dinner: Mon-Sat from 5.30pm Bar: From 10am, with or without food Coffee: Genovese, all day Venue: available for events up to 60 guests Wi-Fi

TUESDAYS | 6pm MEAT & VOUCHER RAFFLE WEDNESDAYS | 5.30pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;close BYO VINYL THURSDAYS | 6pm MEAT & VOUCHER RAFFLE FRIDAYS | 4-6pm HAPPY HOUR SATURDAYS | from 6pm THE MONTHLY MUSO SUNDAYS | SUNDAY ROAST lunch & dinner

thegreenbistrobyronbay.com.au info@thegreenbistrobyronbay.com.au Functions and catering available

We do weddings and special event functions. Visit and book at www.basilo.co

Salt Village, Kingscliff 6674 4833 dining@fins.com.au Dinner 7 days Lunch Fri, Sat & Sun GOOD FOOD GUIDE CHEFS HAT EVERY YEAR SINCE 1998

CHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BB UT

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

Success Thai

SPECIAL $10 LUNCH AND DINNER MENU All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you. Fully Licensed and B.Y.O. for wine. Welcome for lunch, dinner and take-away. www.facebook.com/pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469

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S POP UP

Open Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sunday Dine-in or Takeawayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; from 5.30pm 6684 2209 Mullumbimby Bowling Club

1/6 Tasman Way, Byron Arts & Industry Estate BYO & RSVP 6680 8228

Old School Restaurant E S TA B L I S H E D 2 0 1 6

www.lusciousfoods.com.au

The Restaurant @ Raeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lunch and Dinner 7 days Wategos Beach, Byron Bay 6685 5366 raes@wategos.com.au

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Open for Breakfast Saturday and Sunday 7am till 10am

Old School Restaurant Mullumbimby RSL Dining Room Open daily for lunch 11.30am Open nightly excluding Mondays from 5.30pm Bookings 6684 2533 58 Dalley Street Mullumbimby

Harvest 18-22 Old Pacific Highway Newrybar NSW 2479 6687 2644 harvestcafe.com.au

Coast Restaurant Open 7 days from 11am, restaurant menu and all-day bar snacks. Located in the Ocean Shores Country Club 6680 1809

This year we celebrate 25 years of serving the finest local seafood. Join us in the sea breeze on our veranda for a lazy long lunch or intimate candle lit dinner.

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Extended Summer Hours Lunch every day from 27 Dec till 10 Jan The team behind Fins have just opened their new POP UP Restaurant The BUTCHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BBQ. Located next door to our fine diner, The Butcherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BBQ offers a share style menu with â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;smallsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;bigsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; cooked on the grill (from $8-$38), communal tables, a cracking cocktail bar, boutique wine list and Gin Bar. This concept is only here for a short time. Extended Summer hours. Lunch every day from 27 Dec till 10 Jan

Experience the real taste of Thailand. Using local produce, local staff. Free courtesy bus provided for pick up and drop off! 20 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in the art of Thai cooking.

$8 Lunches every day $10 Chicken Schnitzel every Wednesday night CATERING for functions up to 160 people Harvest sprawls across three lovingly restored buildings in the historic town of Newrybar in the Byron Bay Hinterland. The Harvest ethos is local, seasonal, sustainable & fresh. Lunch 7 days from 12pm Dinner 7 days from 21 April Breakfast weekdays at Harvest Deli from 26 April Harvest is also available for Events, Weddings and Private Catering

Monday night $15 Burgers & Beer Tuesday nights all Pizzas $15 Wednesday night - $10 Schnitzels Dine in or takeaway Large groups and events welcome.

CELEBRATIONS Celebrations Catering By Liz Jackson

Contemporary and Middle Eastern flavours â&#x20AC;˘ Breakfast and lunch â&#x20AC;˘ Wood-fired pizzas â&#x20AC;˘ Fresh juices â&#x20AC;˘ Great coffee

Proudly awarded â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Most Sustainable Seafood Restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2015.Â

Organic artisan chocolate, brownies and fudge made on site, made by hand with love and integrity using the finest and purest, ethically sourced Open 7 days Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Thurs 7amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;5.30pm, ingredients Wonderful award-winning coffee, chocolate and Fri, Sat 7amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8.30pm brownies. Sun 8am-2pm 53 Stuart St, Mullumbimby Hot and cold and iced cacao drinks and delicious paleo ice creams. 0406 422 465

The only exclusively Vietnamese restaurant in town, this intimate space spilling out into a courtyard offers up fabulous dishes packed full of herbs, spices and varied textures. The traditionally light and healthy style of cuisine ensures the freshness and natural tastes of food are preserved as much as possible. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a popular spot so bookings are recommended.

Summer Friday nights from 15th Jan

Order tonight and we will deliver to your door! O Sushi - Healthy authentic Japanese cuisine Bombay To Byron - Authentic Indian Food Success Thai - Delicious Thai cuisine www.onedelivery.com.au

Puremelt Chocolate Lounge

Come hang out at the Famous Little Shop of Smiles! Good Vibes, Abundant, Alive & Awesome NEW Menu. Raw, Vegan, Local, Organic Grab & Go Made to Order BREAKFASTS, LUNCHES, Delectable RAW DESSERTS & ICE CREAMS. and Paleo. Gluten, Dairy Sublime Superfood GREEN SMOOTHIES, Iced Drinks & and Sugar free. COLD PRESSED JUICES. 2/3 Marvell St Open 7 days, 7am till 4pm The BEST CHAI EVER, Organic COFFEE & SUPERFOOD www.nakedtreaties.com.au hotties all on our own fluffy ALMOND Mylk. GOODNESS never tasted SO GOOD! Insta #nakedtreaties

Mon-Fri 7.30amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3pm

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Luscious Foods

The Butcherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BBQ Salt Village, Kingscliff 6674 4833 dining@fins.com.au

Now serving ALL DAY weekend brekkie! Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find a late weekend brekkie in the Bay? Look no further than The Rocks @ Aquarius! Cure those hangover blues with a range of fresh and delicious locally sourced dishes. We also have a range of main meals, mini burgers and saladâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s available from 12 noon in the Aquarius Bar & Grill next door. Enjoy a lazy lunch, an ice cold beer and a dip in our beautiful swimming pool! Visit www.therocksbyronbay.com.au for details and new menus.

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

Fins

Wood fired pizzas and pastas. Take away available.

32 Lawson Street 6680 8818 info@basilo.co

Lemongrass

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Phone 6680 7632 functions@fishheadsbyron.com.au www.facebook.com/Fishheadsbyron.com www.fishheadsbyron.com.au

Come and experience the best Italian/Mediterranean cuisine, made with the best local products, plus Byronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best wood fired pizza.

Mon-Fri 12-3pm Dinner 7 days from 5pm. 3/109 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7798

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A range of menu packages for your SPECIAL EVENT

Mon, Wedâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri from 6pm, Sat & Sun from 12pm for lunch Closed Tuesday

The Rocks @ Aquarius

Your local food delivery service! Byron Bay Delivering from Ewingsdale to Suffolk Park 5.30pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8.30pm 7 DAYS

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at Club Byron Lunch: 11.30amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;2.30pm, Dinner: from 5.30pm, Tuesday to Sunday (closed Mondays) 18â&#x20AC;&#x201C;20 Marvell Street 6685 6202

One Delivery

Share plates, mains, desserts and famous Treehouse wood-fired pizza. Our kitchen is open all day and night. Presenting incredible original music in Byronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most intimate atmosphere. Check our website or Facebook for the gig guide. facebook.com/treehouse.belongil treehouseonbelongil.com

BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management

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

NEWRYBAR

Cafe â&#x20AC;˘ Restaurant â&#x20AC;˘ Bar 11 Marvell Street

New summer menu out now!

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

Modern European

Small & large group bookings and functions welcome

KINGSCLIFF

Treehouse on Belongil

We love smoking up an American Barbeque storm on our wood-fired smoker all the way from Kansas, USA. Check out our website for our food menu Refuge, Grog & Barbeque www.thebolthole.com.au. 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Midnight (Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sat) Fancy just a drink? Our bar features 69 whiskeys, 5pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;11pm (Sun) 40 gins, craft cocktails, organic & biodynamic wines 9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay and craft beers in cans. Catch you soon! hello@thebolthole.com.au 6685 8410 PEACE : LOVE : GROG : BBQ

Republik presents a stylish comfortable environment, offering a warm and hospitable welcome to the whole community. The menu includes a range of contemporary dishes based on global influences.

MULLUMBIMBY

Lunch Thursâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sat 12â&#x20AC;&#x201C;3pm Dinner every night 95 Jonson St, Byron Bay republikbyronbay.com 6685 5009 hello@republikbyronbay.com

Locals specials Fresh Mediterranean inspired dishes Breakfast / lunch / dinner on the deck or TAKEAWAY

The Bolt Hole

Targa

Kids eat free 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;7pm Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Thursday

restaurant & bar

OCEAN SHORES

Open 7amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4pm Sunâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Wed, 7amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;late Thursâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sat BYO & takeaway Bay Street opp Main Beach & Surf Club For bookings: 6685 7348

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KEUPPER’S

LOST CITY

FOUND IN WRITER’S BLOCK F O U R D E C A D E S A F T E R T H E R E L E A S E O F H I S F I R ST R E C O R D, T H E I C O N I C A U ST R A L I A N C L A S S I C [ I ’M ] ST R A N D E D BY T H E S A I N T S , E D K U E P P E R R E T U R N S W I T H A N A L B U M T H AT M AY W E L L B E CONSIDERED A HIGH POINT IN HIS LENGTHY A N D U N C O M P RO M I S I N G C A R E E R .

Recorded over three days in August at Gasworks Studio, Brisbane Lost Cities is Ed Kuepper’s 50th release (excluding compilations) and is the 21st on his own Prince Melon Records label. For Keupper, making music is about creating a place where the listener can transcend the everyday. ‘For the most part I want to create some kind of sound or music that elevates me out of various situations, something that helps me transcend; it’s a saviour in a way, music; it was where I went when I was younger. I used to lose myself. It was a great escape and a great solace and a fortifier in a lot of ways. Without making too big a deal of it, music still does that for me and hopefully what I do does that for my listeners.’ This latest album grew out of Keupper’s writer’s block. When he’d languished in creative limbo, Keupper did the unthinkable: he organised a tour performing material he hadn’t written yet! ‘I was suffering fairly extreme writer’s block and it was getting a bit depressing, so I decided I would announce on my Facebook page that I would do a month-long residency along the east coast of Australia. I didn’t have any material. I knew if I didn’t do anything it could have dragged on and on. Some people assume it must get easier if you have been making music for a long time, but some things can get stuck and it’s very easy to do a few albums and not feel a sense of urgency about it. I wanted to break that. ‘Lost Cities is my 50th album, but I didn’t want that to be the only point of focus about it; I wanted it to be a signpost of a new direction and more work to come.’

set in an England that never went through the reformation and eschewed technology. It describes a world that isn’t what could be. In some way we constantly go back into that backwardness.

Keupper pulls his inspiration from everywhere. With the opening track Parvane inspired by a book from 1960s by Keith Roberts,

Ed Keupper launches Lost Cities at the Byron Theatre on Sunday. Tickets at byroncentre.com.au or 6685 6807.

For Ed, the creative process is a fluid one. ‘I try not to be close minded – if something strikes me then I try to go with it. When you are writing you need to go through a period of exclusion where you need to cast away certain things. I did that with Lost Cities. In some ways it’s really expansive, but it’s also singular in that every song is performed and recorded in the same way – it gives them a unified flow; the whole album feels like its one piece. ‘I made it sound like it was an album, which makes more demands on the listener; why not? People don’t have to listen,’ says Keupper. ‘Even with the early shows before the album was recorded, I could tell it was working in a really generous and appreciative way. I haven’t done that in a long time – gone out and played a whole set of new material – and doing those songs after recording and being released I look and see where I can shift them to make them unique for live performance. ‘Once something is recorded for me it’s one stage of the process. After that each live show is another step and sometimes they can be greater or smaller, and I love the idea of a live show being a unique event; it needs to stand alone. So it gives the shows that extra little something – a little bit of danger – because you aren’t sure where things are going to go…’

Live Music

FROM JAMAICA, JOHNNY OSBOURNE GUESTS AT THE 4’20’ SOUND AT BYRON BREWERY ON MONDAY

MEET JOHNNY OSBOURNE

The legendary reggae artist Johnny Osbourne is heading to Australia and New Zealand for a tour in April alongside DJ Max Glazer of Federation Sound System, touching down at the Byron Brewery on Monday night at the reggae session with The 4’20’ Sound. Johnny Osborne has been called the Godfather of Dancehall creating classics Buddy Bye, No Ice Cream Sound and Little Sound Boy. His song Sing Jay Stylee is viewed by many as the precursor to the Dancehall phenomenon evidenced in popular Jamaican music culture today. The evolution of this aspect in the 80s prompted an increase in sound systems around the globe and necessitated the need for dubs. As sound-system selectors in every crevice and corner of the world craved to establish dominance, the demand for dubs escalated immensely. Such were the requests for Johnny’s services as no selector wanted to enter into a clash without a special from the Dub Doctor. Today, it is the same. A string of hits dating from the late 60s through the 90s defines Johnny’s longevity and artistic ability. During this period and subsequently, Johnny’s aptitude to

adapt to changes while preserving the quality of his musical output illustrates the depth of talent in his musical arsenal. He is joined by Max Glazer, co-founder (along with Kenny Meez) of the groundbreaking and taste-making Federation Sound. He has spent the last 15 years bringing dancehall and reggae to the masses. Max has worked with an almost neverending string of artists on their rise to international fame. Sean Paul and Vybz Kartel both count Glazer as an early collaborator and supporter of their careers. Perhaps most importantly, he spent three years as musical director/ DJ for Rihanna at the start of her meteoric rise to international stardom. Max has appeared on numerous television shows and stages around the globe while DJing celebrity events for Naomi Campbell, Rihanna, Usher, Gucci, Ciprianis, Diddy and many more. While releasing original music on the Federation Sound label, Max Glazer has also been tapped to executive-produce several compilation albums directed at bringing Caribbean music to the masses – Dancehall Classics on Sequence/Ultra and Miss Lily’s Family Style, the first music release from New York’s ultra-hip Jamaican eatery. The Byron Bay Brewery on Monday, 8pm. $10 entry.

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SOAPBOX S E E M O R E O F M A N DY O N E C H O N E T DA A I LY W W W. E C H O. N E T. A U /S OA P - B OX

There is a popular attitude towards homelessness that I find perplexing and idiotic. It comes directly from the Alan Jones school of compassion and centres on ‘homeless authenticity’, namely, that there are two types of homeless people. People who are really homeless and people who pretend to be homeless for some advantage.

begging. A more visceral version of a GoFundMe campaign, with a less impressive outcome. No honey catcher, but instead a cup of tea, maybe a pie, maybe ice or smack or alcohol.

I drop in a few bucks and look at her face. This homeless person is a young woman. She’s sleeping outside Strandbags. Thousands of people will file past her. She will go largely unseen. Somehow This is the uninvited opinion she sleeps in the chaos. Sleeping offered by my Über driver. I’m in Melbourne, staying in the city. It’s Beauty. Asleep for 100 years. There’s no handsome prince for hard to ignore homeless people. this poor darling. Life looks pretty They fall like autumn leaves, accumulating on benches, outside bloody shit. If her prince did turn up he’d probably just rape her and shops, on steps. In the day, take her beggar’s fare. many lie sleeping in elaborate improvised street beds. A box She’s not much older than my opened beside them asking for daughter. I imagine how I’d feel if she were my child. I look at some spare change. It’s sleep

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SO YOU THINK YOU’RE HOMELESS? her sleeping face. The thin white skin stretched over sharp bones. Translucent. No glow of health in those young cheeks. I try and imagine her baby face. It’s easy when people are sleeping, that shadow of their once sweet child floats in the stillness. I am moved and appalled by her vulnerability.

her money to score. That’s never concerned me when it comes to giving. I’m happy to chip in for someone’s drug problem; if it helps them get through the day then that’s a good thing. I’m no agent of change or monitor of public morality. Giving someone $2 is nothing for me.

I wonder who cares about her. If anyone cares about her. I wonder what happened to the sleeping girl wrapped in a pink synthetic blanket. Who she was before this? What she wanted. What she dreamed about.

But not for Barry the Über driver; he’s championing the homeless version of the Noble Savage. He wants proper drug- and dog-free homeless people who just fell on bad times. ‘Now they bring dogs with them,’ he complains. ‘Try to get people’s sympathy. Some of them are making $1,000 a day.’ Really, Barry? ‘They need to get rid of those ones.’ Oh, I see. Like a ‘So are you really a homeless person audition?’ Some sort of ‘are you

It’s very hard to shop when confronted with sleeping homeless girls. Versace is just around the corner. I imagine she’s got a drug problem. That she uses

truly suffering to warrant my $2 donation kerbside test?’

I see how this thing works now. In order to walk past human degradation on a daily basis and not feel the pain of their miserable lives, it’s easier to think ‘that’s not really a homeless person. That’s an opportunist.’ Then instead of feeling compassion and a need to act, you get the easy way out: you get to hate them. Dehumanise.

technically ‘homeless’; maybe they’re just broke and desperate. Isn’t impersonating a homeless person a form of street art then? Aren’t they just busking?

Barry makes another bullshit comment: ‘I don’t give them money. I buy them lunch.’ Whatever you need to tell yourself, Barry, to get through the day. Barry is clearly a hateful little prick. We’re driving past another I don’t know about you, but I think allegedly fake homeless person. Barry’s off on another tirade. He if you’ve reached that point in has so many stories about corrupt your life when you are prepared street beggars. Barry’s not alone. to impersonate a homeless His sentiment is part of the reason person, then you’d pretty well there is no solution. Because in have to be on the bones of your the end no-one is prepared to act, arse. I’m certainly not going to prepared to improve the life of the do it. I don’t know anyone who would. So maybe the person isn’t homeless in case we start a rush.

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KIM SOUZA BAND BRINGS BRAZIL TO THE BREWERY ON FRIDAY

THE BIG SPLENDOUR BENDER – TIX ON SALE! From Friday 22 July till Sunday 24 July, the green fields of North Byron Parklands will be vibing with the 16th annual Splendour in the Grass music and arts festival when the event plays host to more than 100 acts across the Amphitheatre, Mix Up, GW McLennan and Tiny Dancer stages. From influential post-punk trailblazers and globally acclaimed garage revivalists to producers at the top of their game, esteemed enigmas and some of Australia’s most established and promising artists, Splendour 2016 has peak singalong guaranteed! It’s an impressive lineup with The Strokes performing their only Aussie show, The Cure, Flume, The Avalanches, James Blake, At the Drive-In, Matt Corby, Violent Soho and so, so, so much more. For the full lineup go to splendourinthegrass.com. Tix are on sale this week, with phones and internet running hot from 9am Thursday via moshtix.com.au or phone 1300 GET TIX (438 849).

MUSIC TO MAKE YOU BING

Ryan Bingham needed some peace and quiet. Free of the burdens that had saddled him during the writing and recording of his recent albums, he relocated to an old Airstream caravan tucked away in the mountains of California, camping out for several weeks and embracing the solitude to dig down deep and craft his most powerful album yet, Fear and Saturday Night. Bingham never really set out to be a musician, though. His mother bought him a guitar when he was 16 years old, and a neighbour taught him a

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mariachi tune. When he grew tired of playing the only song he knew, Bingham began penning his own music, discovering the writing process to be a therapeutic coping mechanism for dealing with the tumultuousness of his upbringing. His first performances were informal affairs in the back seats of cars with friends on the way to rodeos, where he was competing professionally on the weekends. Every now and then Bingham’s friends would convince him to break out the guitar in a bar, and before he knew it, he had more gigs playing guitar than riding bulls. Bingham faces down his past with a poetic grace throughout his album, singing about those hard-learned lessons, through both good times and bad, Fear and Saturday Night is the most authentic, personal, and deeply moving portrait of that man we’ve heard yet. Bingham plays the Byron Theatre at the Community Centre on Friday 29. Tix at the venue.

CELEBRATING THE SPIRIT

Join the Byron Spirit Festival after party at the Byron Bay Brewery on Thursday. Featuring some of the headline international performers and presenters, this will be a night of ceremony, celebration and dance. Jemma Gawned of Naked Treaties will open the evening with Sacred Sonicss, followed by a Yogarhythms dance journey with DJ R.I.A. from New Zealand, who will warm you up for the main act – Lulacruza – South American electro-folk medicine trio! The fun continues with Bali’s ecstatic dance maestro DJ Riao, and Byron’s own ecstatic dance priestess DJ Dakini, wrapping up the night in fine style. 7pm. $25/30.

SPY V SPY – AT THE BALLINA RSL ON FRIDAY

GIVING IT A NUDGE IS GOOD FOR US ALL, WINK WINK April’s long weekend is the perfect reason to give it a nudge! Cunning Stunts present Nudge Nudge, Wink Wink at the Billinudgel on Sunday, raising money for Headspace. DJs playing are Al Royale, Dale Stephen, Flashdance and Lord Sut, all Byron Shire-based favourites. Also featuring the music of the Cunning Stunts. 3pm.

GONE NOT FORGOTTEN

Special guests at Thursday 28 Gone Not Forgotten Uke Night are Belle Hendrick and John Hill. Catch them with Miss Amber and Stukulele to present two big sets of the best tunes from fallen stars including: David Bowie, Michael Jackson, Elvis, Janis Joplin, Buddy Holly, Nina Simone, Roy Orbison, Bon Scott, Amy Winehouse, John Lennon, Kurt Cobain, Jo Cocker and more. Thursday 28 April at Club Mullum in the Ex-Services Club from 6:30pm. Adults $10 kids under 15 $2.50. Sign up to the mailing list at www.ukemullum.com for the monthly song books. Uke on!

THE SPY WHO LOVED ME For people who get The Spys, it is more than a trend or a lifestyle accessory, and stands for more than lining up a shot at super stardom; it means something. The band’s iconic high-energy rock, with hard-edged ska/reggae influences and a strong social conscience, give the band and its songs an integrity and life force that have proven difficult to kill. They have enjoyed a salubrious

long-term career. They are a household name in Brazil, and are the flag-bearers of Aussie music. They are in high demand in Brazil, headlining many of the country’s biggest festivals. But for the most part, The Spys’ career in Australia has been fuelled by the true believers. Slogging it out on the Australian pub circuit for nearly 25 years, the band have stayed in touch with its fans, and never sold out. Friday at the Ballina RSL, tix $25 at the club.

RIZE UP

Nattali Rize (of Blue King Brown) collaborates with Julian Marley, son of the late great Bob Marley, on new deep reggae track, Natty Rides Again – a first-of-its-kind release for any Australian singer. Accompanying the new release is a rare video clip filmed at Bob Marley’s house and surrounding areas in Kingston, Jamaica. The video premiered on Europe’s huge online reggae community, Reggaeville, and has already become one the most popular videos of the year to date. In Australia, Triple J premiered the track nationally, and global love for the song is growing daily. Nattali moved to Jamaica in 2014 to develop her new solo project; in August 2015 she dropped an EP in collaboration with cutting-edge Jamaican production team Notis. The new track with Marley comes off Nattali’s upcoming solo album due for May 2016 release through Baco Records (Europe), Village Again Records (Japan), and Roots Level/Lion House Records (ROW). The release will drop ahead of her international summer tour dates, which will see her performing in Japan at the much-loved Greenroom Festival (plus sideshows), and in the USA

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JAALEEKAAY BRING THE MUSIC HOME TO MULLUM J A A L E E K A AY F I N I S H T H E I R A L B U M

T O U R W I T H A V E RY S P E C I A L S H O W AT T H E M U L L U M B I M BY C I V I C H A L L . S T E V E B E R RY H A D A C H AT W I T H T H E E C H O A B O U T W H AT ’ S I N S T O R E . Steve, what does Jaaleekaay mean?

I grabbed the opportunity to visit The Gambia when King was there and as a result I landed in a community of musicians and met loads of great players. I met the kora player Amadou Suso when I went along to a rehearsal for a traditional cultural performance. I had my guitar with me so we were able to have a quick jam afterwards. From there we were lucky enough to get some support from festivals in Australia such as the Mullum Music Festival, and that led to our first tour in 2013.

The music has really been firing so far this tour, and we’ve just come off some great shows at festivals down south, so people can expect the definitive article with lots of passion and fire. I’m really looking forward to sharing that with our home crowd!

You have taken Jaaleekaay outback to remote Central Australia. How was that experience – what happened?

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Jaaleekaay means ‘crossing point’ in the Wolof language of West As part of my work with Music Outback, I made sure that while Africa. Essentially it’s an intersection, a meeting of different paths. touring we took the opportunity to visit some remote schools and communities in the NT and far north South Australia, and How does that suit your unique collaboration of artists and it was great to see Yus and Amadou connecting with the local the music that you make? mob out there. It was also great to go bush with elders and share For me it’s the perfect name for this project. When I first travelled stories out on country – a real highlight. to The Gambia it was very obvious I was from somewhere else; I What did you want to achieve with this album? stood out in a crowd you could say! But with my guitar in my hand there was an immediate connection with the people there I just wanted to capture the definitive article of what Jaaleekaay’s music can be – and that music really felt like it was coming – whether they were musicians, kids or just people in the street. together by the end of our first tour. Producing something that When did you develop your passion for African music? is truly representative of the quality of the group’s musicianship How did it change your trajectory musically or the way you was important to me, and I think I achieved that, so I’m happy! wanted to play? How did you set about writing and recording? I loved listening to Fela Kuti and his Afro Beat sounds back in Writing was all about playing together, improvising – and finding the 80s, and Cuban music too – which has African rhythms the moments that excited us. We then set out to develop those all through it. But I was living in the US back then and so was moments into compositions that could excite us every time we exposed to all sorts of fantastic music, including bluegrass, jazz played them. The recordings happened for the most part here and even the British prog rockers such as Yes and King Crimson. in Byron, but we recorded some of it while out in the desert too, In terms of the music I make myself, finding my own sound has which felt great to do. always been about playing what I liked. No doubt some African influence will come out no matter what I’m doing – even if I’m What should people expect for your show at Mullum Civic Hall? playing country music! It will be like a homecoming gig for us. It’s where we first played How did Jaaleekaay come to be? and Europe on some of the world’s largest roots and reggae stages, including the mighty California Roots Festival and Summerjam Germany. Ahead of her world tour dates, Nattali is playing a select run of special Australian east coast shows in May. She’s named the run the Community Rizing Tour and shows will include multiple local hall performances with one at her old home base, Mullumbimby Civic Hall on Friday 6 May. Tickets & info: www.nattalirize.com or in actual hard-copy form at the Mullum Bookshop.

DEVON & DOWLING Born to hippy parents near Kingston, Ontario, Devon Sproule spent her childhood on a 465-acre, 100-member eco-village in rural Virginia. After moving between private, public and home schooling, she eventually left high school, recorded her first record, and began touring nationally—all before the age of eighteen. Last year she recorded songs from a new collection, The Gold String, in Yukon and Nova Scotia. Catch her with Jimmy

in Australia so it has that special significance as a venue.

Jaaleekaay Album Launch, seated & standing event Doors open 7pm. Show starts 8pm on Saturday at Mullumbimby Civic Hall. Tickets at www.redsquaremusic.com.au

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Presents

DAvid whyte HALF A SHADE BRAVER

The Art of Living a Courageous, Conversational, Everyday Life. DAVID WHYTE IS A RENOWNED POET, WRITER, PHILOSOPHER AND SPEAKER. Sunday 24th ApriL Byron Theatre

book tickets www.talkingsticks.com.au

Dowling as support at Club Mullum (Mullum Ex-Services) on Sunday at 7.30pm. Tix $20 at the door.

TOM LEE-RICHARDS AT THE TREEHOUSE Infectious island rhythms, sophisticated synth hide’n’seek and the harmony to bring you home: As Far as India, the new single from Tom Lee-Richards, is a nostalgic celebration of life. With a childlike lens As Far as India moves through imagery of growing up and calls out to the memories that shape us. Now calling Melbourne home, Tom grew up in New Zealand, beginning with pots and pans, mouth noises and imitating things some time before starting school. At 14 he was experimenting on the guitar, gigging, and had developed a colourful beat-boxing language. Join Tom Lee-Richards on an altpop Calypso journey with As Far as India and sample his idiosyncratic vocal stylings. Thursday at the Treehouse in Byron Bay.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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bigtime fireworks: a volatile invitation to excess it would definitely be wiser to decline. Your mentor Mars pausing for a ten-week pit stop powers a push to regroup, revise, restrategise. Above all rechart your path. To rethink what’s necessary, what’s possible and what’s not…

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CANCER: An extreme, in-your-face, anything-canhappen week, with news, views and reviews ranging from warm to scorching, hot to caustic. Dress code for sensitive midweek Cancer moon? The heavy-duty, bulletproof Crabshell. If bickering and power dramas turn you into crankypants crab, it’s definitely time for mood-improvers.

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VIRGO: Retrograde transits are fabulous for recharging your batteries: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. For fine-tuning long-term plans and generally refurbing the whole Virgoan scenario. The sun in a laidback fellow earth sign meeting Friday’s Uranian-accented full moon promises unusual opportunities, eccentric encounters and excitingly unconventional exchanges.

LIBRA: Look deeper than surface appearances of people and situations this week. If theatrical attitudes exasperate and emotions flare out of control, trying to apply logic will be like David Bowie putting out fire with gasoline. Let whatever needs to burn, burn. When inessentials filter out, what’s left is likely to be gold.

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AQUARIUS: Hark! Could that be the sound of clashing agendas? Then take a break from the fray and use this week’s potent retrograde energy for a contemplative reflection on your social world, with special attention to your place and behaviour in it. Self-review how and why you do what you do.

PISCES: The present position of Mars retrograde holds a magnifying glass to where your beliefs and behaviour might be out of alignment. No blame; this happens to everyone, and being aware of certain recurring discrepancies is the first step to resetting your actions so they’re more in line with your ideals.

CULTURE LONE GOAT GALLERY IN THE RED

The IncREDible Art Exhibition opening at the Lone Goat Gallery in Byron Bay will feature stunning visual art, as well as ceramics. RED Inc has studios in both Byron Bay and Lismore and this exhibition is just a yearly event to showcase the talent of the artists. This exhibition gives insight into the lives, interests and experiences of our local contemporary artists with disability. Their vision, spirit and range of abilities is expressed so beautifully in this range of works. The works are vibrant, expressive and passionate. The professional art practice of the artists is supported by experienced local artists, and by people with passion. The artists participate

in group exhibitions throughout the year, as well as having solo exhibitions and exhibiting in art competitions here and abroad. Check out some of the available works on the Lone Goat website,

THE DRILL BITS SHOW AT THE DRILL HALL THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY or their Facebook page and at www.redinc.org.au. A grassroots community-based organisation, RED Inc works creatively with people who have disability, their families, and carers, to achieve a quality life and a sense of belonging, by providing opportunities to reach their goals and aspirations. Opening Friday 29 April at 6pm.

DAVE CALLAN, THE BEARD BOY OF COMEDY – AT THE BALLINA RSL FOR THE BIG GIG COMEDY NIGHT ON THURSDAY 28 APRIL

MOTHERS INTO LOVING FM

Mothers Day is coming up fast so treat your loving mum to our new range of merchandise available from the Bay FM studios upstairs at Byron Community Centre. Take the stress out of Mothers Day gift shopping with Bay FM T-Shirts for women in blue and black and our jumbo tea-towel.

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DAVE CALLAN: THE ORIGINAL BEARD BOY OF COMEDY He was one of the highlights on Rove, and it’s true to say that the energy and humour of Dave Callan continues to thrive. And it’s not just the way he shakes those hips when he dances a fully choreographed routine to Beyonce’s All The Single Ladies. The magic is undefinable, but somehow linked with the beard! The one way people recognise comedian Dave Callan is his beard and long hair. Many people want him to shave but it is his trademark. He thinks it will be very fashionable when the new Ice Age comes. Born in Ireland, Dave moved to WA when he was eight. Apart from performing standup comedy in Perth, he did a series of ads in WA for WA Home Loans and Fruitisma. He didn’t move to Melbourne until Rove McManus asked him to help him out with his new TV show. He has also appeared on Spicks and Specks, at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Gala, on The Footy Show, and Hey Hey It’s Saturday. Dave Callan is the headline performer at Big Gig Comedy at the Ballina RSL on Thursday 28 April with Peter Willey as support and Ellen Briggs jumping in as MC while Mandy Nolan travels with the Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow in Southern Victoria and Tasmania. Dave will be back in May as host of the Roadshow when it comes to the Ballina RSL. Here’s your chance to catch his full show! Thursday 28 April, 8pm. Ballina RSL. Free entry.

CRACK-UP COMEDY This Saturday night sees five hard-hitting comedians take to the stage to raise money for the Byron Bay War Memorial. While war is certainly no laughing matter, raising money is, and these funny folk are pulling together to help alleviate some of the debt incurred in building the new memorial. Featured acts are Lindsay Webb, a bloke who holds a Guinness world record for longest show – more than 38 hours! He promises to pull in a little short of that! With an incredible talent for working his material in with the audience, working quickly off the cuff every time, Webb has audiences on their knees. Also appearing is the dry-witted Nick Penn, the comedic stylings of musical comic Peter Willey, and the rising star Ellen Briggs. Mandy Nolan is at the helm as MC, driving that big comedy bus all the way home. Byron Bay Services Club on Saturday at 8pm. Tickets are limited and are available at the Byron Bay Services Club or can be booked on 6619 0529. Tickets are $30 or $25 per person if booked for a table of ten.

HEART SUTRA TEACHINGS WITH HIS EMINENCE

We have His Eminence Ling Rinpoche (Tibetan lama from India) in Byron offering a Heart Sutra Teachings at Byron Theatre on Monday. He is also the supreme head of the Gelugpa tradition, which is the largest tradition in Tibetan Buddhism. Over many centuries, the incarnations of Ling Rinpoche were tutors to many Dalai Lamas. 7.30pm. Tickets $25 and available at byroncentre.com.au.

HALF A SHADE BRAVER – WHYTE WORKSHOP Poetry, especially good poetry, can provide a compelling vision, grant needed courage and stir the dormant imagination.

STILL FROM BROKE SCREENING AT STAR COURT THEATRE IN LISMORE ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY IN BYRON AT PIGHOUSE FLICKS What if we could become even half a shade braver? What daily practices could we develop, what habits could we build, to more bravely step up into our work, parenting, friendships, and communities? David Whyte is an internationally renowned poet, writer and philosopher. David’s work looks at the larger, timeless relationship of human beings to their world, to their relationship with creation, with others or with death. He looks at the sufferings and joys that come with revelations and the necessities of belonging to specific families, peoples and places. Half a Shade Braver: The Art of Living a Courageous, Conversational, Everyday Life

MISSED OUT ON THE COMEDY RIOT THAT IS ELLEN BRIGGS AND MANDY NOLAN AND WOMEN LIKE US? THE GIRLS PRESENT A SPECIAL ’TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE MOTHERS DAY SHOW AT THE OCEAN SHORES COUNTRY CLUB ON SATURDAY 7 MAY Star Court Theatre in Lismore on Friday at 7pm (tix $20) and Pighouse Flicks in Byron on Saturday. Screening followed by a Q&A with Heath Davis.

THE TWO MUMMIES! Well it seems like Mandy Nolan and Ellen Briggs’s Women Like Us is causing something of a sensation, selling out shows wherever they go! The girls performed to full houses at the Adelaide Fringe, scoring a 4-star review from Glamadelaide (which gave Steven K Amos only three!). The reviewer loved our Mullum mamas and declared ‘two totally relatable ladies who hit the nail on the head of charismatic female comedy… this show is a must. Prepare yourself to be hunched over in hysterics and repeat to yourself, “we’ve all been there”.’

Sunday 10am–4pm. Byron Community Centre, Sunday 24 April, 10am–4pm.

Women Like Us performed to a sell-out crowd of 300 at Currumbin RSL two weeks ago, has another full house on 1 April, and a new Tickets: Full $170 / Conc $100 from: show being scheduled for later www.talkingsticks.com.au in the year. They have also just returned from a smash sell-out season at the Melbourne Comedy Festival where they featured at Melbourne Town Hall in front of An ageing rail worker, Cec, finds his 1,400 people, tearing the roof off former footy hero turned washed- with their show. For those of you up gambling addict, Ben ‘BK’ Kelly, who have missed this middleaged train wreck of mirth and passed out late one evening and self-deprecating joy, they’re doing decides to take him in. a very special ’Twas the Night Through the love and support Before Mothers Day performance of Cec and his single-parent at Ocean Shores Country Club on daughter, Terri, BK finally finds the Saturday 7 May. courage he was once famous for For tickets to their Ocean Shores on the field to tackle his demons Country Club show book on head on and ultimately win back 6680 1008. Tix are $25, doors at the respect of the community 7pm, show at 8pm. The fabulous he so deeply let down. This is new deck will be complete so the story of Broke, directed by come and enjoy the soiree! Heath Davis and screening at the

BROKE FILM SCREENING AND Q&A

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ALLEGIANT

Reviewers are unwilling to recycle the words of others, and I’m no exception to that rule – but occasionally a critique is so succinct and pertinent that it’s impossible not to. Some years back, after sitting through a screening of Mulholland Drive at a cinema in New York’s Lower West Side, I adjourned to the Gents, closely followed by a little old Jewish bloke. As we approached the pissoir, he said to me, ‘Dat was the woist pile o’ crap I ever saw!’ I had to concur, and since then I have referred nostalgically to his summation as the Manhattan Verdict. Continuing with the Divergent saga (what next? ‘Detergent?’ ‘Absorbent’?), we have Tris (Shailene Woodley – whom I’m fond of because she so strikingly resembles my niece), the heartthrob Four (Theo James) and a few of their buddies fleeing the wreckage of Chicago. In the wake of the evil junta’s demise, a post-revolutionary Terror has prevailed, with summary executions and mob rule. The youngsters scale the metropolis’s great wall and, fleeing across a red wasteland, pursued by one of the new bad guys, they are suddenly ushered into the future by a posse from the city of Providence. Their time-travel is managed by an interesting process, too – round black discs, like discarded CDs, hover over their heads and engulf each of them in a cartouche of what appears to be bubble-wrap. Le Grand Fromage of a glistening Tomorrowland is David (Jeff Daniels – a veteran who, as a reward for getting Matt Damon safely back from Mars, looks ever so pleased to have landed a blockbuster payday role). He has been observing what’s been going on in Chicago and regards Tris as the miraculous saviour of the culture that he aspires to rebuild. But is his altruism sincere? Can Tris trust him? You’ll just have to go and find out for yourself – if for some unfathomable reason you are remotely interested. And, rest assured, the Future is as well-armed and bellicose as the present. My rating: MV.

BY JOHN CAMPBELL

EYE IN THE SKY

The theatre of war has evolved over the ages, but its murderous consequences will never change. A cell of Al Shabaab terrorists has been located in a Somalian enclave of Nairobi. The plotters’ activity is being monitored by a minuscule camera within their safe-house and by a drone high in the sky. The images are watched simultaneously in London, Nevada and Hawaii. The decision of whether or not to take them out with a missile strike is derailed by the presence on the street of a little girl selling bread – an explosion would almost certainly result in her being ‘cd’ (collateral damage). In a movie of near unbearable tension, director Gavin Hood puts you, the viewer, in the hot seat with all of those involved and demands that you take a side – fence-sitting is not an option. Protracted discussions and circular, frustrated arguments drag on as, on the ground, two of the terrorists are fitted with suicide vests. There are lives at stake. For Colonel Powell (Helen Mirren) it’s personal – she’s been tracking the radicalised English woman involved for six years and cannot let her go; General Benson (Alan Rickman) is driven by the old soldier’s pragmatism; the three members of parliament who are at the table are torn between questions of legality and morality, the only thing they have in common is that they don’t want to be held responsible. Piloting the drone from a camp outside of Las Vegas, with his finger on the trigger, is Steve (Aaron Paul), who only signed up with the Air Force in order to pay off his college debts. Time ebbs away, approval from those higher in the chain of authority is sought… while the child sits innocently with the loaves that her mother has baked. Hood never lets the film become bogged down – its pacing is surprisingly fast – nor does he allow it to be burdened by excessive wordiness. With classy performances all round (how sad to have lost Rickman), this is a thriller of extraordinary power and lasting impact.

DRIVE-IN www.flicksinthefield.com.au

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DRIVE-IN MOVIES ARE COMING TO BANGALOW Established to provide the local community with a fun night out under the stars, Flicks in the Field drive-ins typically show popular family movies on a Friday night, followed by a cult classic or two on Saturday.

Saturday 23 – Double Trouble Gates open at 5.30 with the first film kicking off at 6.30pm showing With plenty of room for walk-ins on the grass in front of the jumbo Priscilla Queen of the Desert followed by Mad Max Fury Road. screen, and cars in sweeping arcs behind them, refreshments, Tickets: Car tickets ($40 per car) popcorn, choc-tops and treats, can be pre-purchased online we expect Flicks in the Field to (recommended) through the deliver an absolutely authentic Flicks in the Field website: drive-in vibe.’ flicksinthefield.com.au.

‘We have this absolutely brilliant showground in Bangalow and it’s been screaming out for some occasional after-dark, community fun,’ said Dan Hill, Flicks in the Field co-founder.

You won’t go hungry with the Veggie Patch Van serving vegetarian goodness on both nights, Stockpot Kitchen (from the Bangalow Bowlo) on Friday, and BexMex on Saturday.

Walk-in tickets (adults: $15 each/ families: $30) can be purchased at the gate on the night or prepurchased (recommended) at Bangalow’s Windhorse Gallery, 25 Byron Street, Bangalow.

‘We tested the idea on a few of our friends and families, who all gave it the thumbs-up. One thing led to another and – presto! – we have a drive-in on our hands,’ he continued.

Supporting the event is Scoot – Asia/Pacific’s Best Low Cost Airline for 2015 – with the airline generously offering two return tickets from the Gold Coast to Singapore as a giveaway at Flicks in the Field.

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A group of Bangalow locals is bringing the old-school drive-in cinema back to the region.

With food, drinks, snacks and sweets, plenty of room for blankets on the grass in front of the screen, and an old-school drive-in with the soundtrack piped directly into your car by some techno-wizardry, Flicks in the Field serves up good times aplenty. Co-founder, Anthony Lycenko, added, ‘Just about everyone of our generation has fond memories of being bundled into the family car with blankets and pillows, and heading off to see the latest blockbuster at the local drive-in. We might be showing our ages a bit, but this is a nostalgia-fuelled

event that’ll show the younger crew something new.

This coming ANZAC Day long weekend, Flicks in the Field is bringing the drive-in to Bangalow with a family night on Friday 22, and a double helping of outback road-trip madness on Saturday 23 at the Bangalow Showground.

INAUGURAL WEEKEND SCREENINGS Friday 22 – Family Night Gates open at 5.30 with the first film kicking off at 6.30pm showing Oddball followed by the classic The Castle.

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THURSDAY 21

FRIDAY 22

GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON STICKY FINGERS, WILL & THE PEOPLE, GOLD MEMBER RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM DAN HANNAFORD BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8.30PM BLUE STREET SHUFFLE BYRON BREWERY 7PM ORIGINALS LIVE WITH JOSHUA SWAN, RODRIGO, JONATHAN HARVEY / BYRON SPIRIT FESTIVAL AFTERPARTY FEAT LULACRUZA & MORE GINGER PIG, BYRON 7PM OPEN MIC WITH VAL GRAY STICKY WICKET, BYRON 9.30PM NICK BAMPTON WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ NERY TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 7.30PM TOM LEE RICHARDS BANGALOW BOWLING CLUB 7PM ROCK’N’ROLL DANCING BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 6PM LABYRINTH LENNOX HOTEL 9PM JAM NIGHT TATTS HOTEL, LISMORE 7PM COLE COX LOVEJOY CHINDERAH TAVERN 6.30PM STEPHEN LOVELIGHT TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 4PM MATT STOKES DUO BRISBANE POWERHOUSE FESTIVAL OF TIBET

GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON CHESTRA HEDRON, EDWARD THATCH, FEAR OF MUSIC, DJ VELVET LIZZARD BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 5PM LEIGH JAMES 9PM MADISON KAT BYRON BREWERY 8PM KIM SOUZA BAND GINGER PIG, BYRON 8PM GROOVE DJ STICKY WICKET, BYRON 9PM DJ TWITCH 9.30PM OOZ WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 9PM JAMES BENNETT TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 7.30PM SHELLY BROWN PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 6.30PM NICK BAMPTON SUN BISTRO, SUNRISE 5PM DIRTY RIVER BANGALOW SHOWGROUNDS 6.30PM ODDBALL, THE CASTLE BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM JEZ MEAD BRUNSWICK HOTEL 7PM DAN HANNAFORD DRILL HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 7.30PM DRILL BITS SHOW BILLINUDGEL HOTEL 8PM THE DIRTY CHANNEL LENNOX HOTEL 10PM DJ BLAKE SANDERS WHARF BAR, BALLINA 7.30PM REAL JARRAH

BARISTA COURSE

Tuesday 26th April 4pm to 7pm Ages 15 to 24 – Fee $50 Contact Steffie on 6685 7777

SSAIGD

GIRLS’ GROUP

Every Wednesday – 4 to 6pm Ages 12 to 18 Contact Lotte on 0490 026 840 for details

(SAME SEX ATTRACTED, INTERSEX & GENDER DIVERSE)

SOCIAL GROUP

Commencing Thursday 28 April 4 to 5pm – Ages 12 to 18 Contact Anna on 6685 7777 for more details.

SAFE DRIVERS COURSE FOR LEARNERS

Wednesday 4th & 25th May 4.30pm to 7.30pm $140 Bookings: www.bys.org.au

Book the YAC for your next event, conference, program or workshop! Call Steffie 6685 7777 or email stephanie@bys.org.au le young peop matter Byron Youth Activity Centre (YAC) is managed by Byron Youth Service (BYS)

1 Gilmore Crescent Byron Bay • bys.org.au

WHAT’S ON +

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Sunday 24 April, 10am - 4pm Tickets: www.talkingsticks.com.au

SPECIAL GUESTS

KERRY O’BRIEN ERIK THE DOG DUSTYESKY

Ed Kuepper Lost Cities Album Launch

Heart Sutra Teaching: His Eminence The 7th Kyabje Yongzin Ling Rinpoche

Workshops, Training, Conferences & Functions

69 Jonson Street Byron Bay

2 – 100 people

Box office hours: 10 am – 1.30 pm

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

Tickets & info: byroncentre.com.auu

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April

Courtyard Bar open before all events +

ELECTRONICA 9.30PM KYLE LIONHART WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ ADRIAN BRANDELLO PIGHOUSE FLICKS, BYRON 7PM BROKE SCREENING + Q&A TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 7.30PM CHRISTIAN PATEY PIZZA PARADISO, SUFFOLK PARK 6.30PM GREG KEW BANGALOW SHOWGROUNDS 6.30PM PRISCILLA, MAD MAX FURY ROAD BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM JON J BRADLEY BRUNSWICK HOTEL 7PM OOZ BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE 7PM CHEEKY CABARET MULLUMBIMBY LEAGUES CLUB 9AM MAMA & ME MARKETS LULU’S, MULLUMBIMBY 11AM THE YOUNG MURPHIES MULLUMBIMBY CIVIC HALL 8PM JAALEEKAAY DRILL HALL, MULLUMBIMBY 7.30PM DRILL BITS SHOW LENNOX HOTEL 9.30PM OCCAROCK BALLINA RSL BOWLING CLUB 5.30PM GLENN MASSEY BALLINA RSL 7PM DAN CLARK WHARF BAR, BALLINA 7.30PM GUY KACHEL MARY G’S, LISMORE TONY FALLON PROJECT SHEOAK SHACK, FINGAL HEAD 2PM DUBARRAY DUO 7PM MZAZA KINGSCLIFF HOTEL 7PM THE FERAMONES PHOENIX RISING, NIMBIN 12.30PM THE SHADY CRABS NIMBIN BUSH THEATRE 8PM GRACE BARBE, JUNGLES LOA, JINGKI TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 8.30PM BECCY COLE BRISBANE POWERHOUSE FESTIVAL OF TIBET

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BYRON STRING TRIO LOVEJOY Y TRIO TRIO

Sunday 24 April, 8pm Tickets: $36

Meeting rooms for hire +

SATURDAY 23 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON THE DEAD LOVE, THE WAY WE WERE, EL BRAVO, ELEMENTAL DJS RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM DAWN PATROL BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 9PM RHYTHM & CUTLOOSE BYRON BREWERY 7PM ARCHY PUNKER BYRON SERVICES CLUB 8PM LAUGHING IT UP WITH NICK PENN, PAUL MCMAHON, ELLEN BRIGGS, PETER WILLEY, MANDY NOLAN STICKY WICKET, BYRON 9PM KEEPERS OF THE WILD

LORETTA MILLER & DARCY MCNULTY

A Day with David Whyte presented by Talking Sticks

Wednesday 28 April, FREE EVENT. 6pm Cooking demonstration. 7.30pm Movie. www.eventbrite.com.au

BALLINA RSL 8.30PM SPY V SPY BALLINA RSL BOARDWALK 8.30PM CATH SIMES BAND STAR COURT THEATRE, LISMORE 7PM BROKE SCREENING + Q&A TATTS HOTEL, LISMORE 5PM CHRIS FISHER 8PM CASS KINGSCLIFF TAFE 6PM TWEED BATTLE OF THE BANDS FINAL KINGSCLIFF BEACH HOTEL 7PM BEN AMOR CABARITA SPORTS CLUB BILL JACOBI NIMBIN BUSH THEATRE 7.30PM OVER THE FENCE SHORT FILM FEST RAPPVILLE PUB 7PM WATLING & BATES SEAGULLS, TWEED HEADS 7.30PM JON J BRADLEY THE IVORY, TWEED HEADS 7PM PIGEON BOYS TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS 8.30PM BOWIE UNZIPPED WITH JEFF DUFF CURRUMBIN CREEK TAVERN 8PM JOSH KING, TWELVE PAST MIDNIGHT, WAYWARD SUNS, DANEEL SOUNDLOUNGE, CURRUMBIN PHIL JAMIESON & JUD CAMPBELL BRISBANE POWERHOUSE FESTIVAL OF TIBET

KITTY FLANAGAN JAZZ PARTY FEAT

Wednesday 20 April, 7.30pm Tickets: Full $35 | Conc $32

Just Eat It – Cooking & Movie presented by Byron Shire Council

p: 6684 1777 f: 6684 1719 e: gigs@echo.net.au w: echo.net.au/gig-guide

THE ECHO AWARDS

Bowie Unzipped starring Jeff Duff

Monday 25 April, 7.30pm Tickets: Full $25 (13+ Years)

gig guide

SIT DOWN DO OWN 3-COUR 3-COURS 3-COURSE OURS RS SE DINNER & SHOW SHOW CHAMPA CHAMPAGNE HAMPA PAG AGNE ON ARRIVA ARRIVAL VALL VA DRESS S TO TO IMPRESS! IMPRESS RESS SS! S!

ECHO 30TH BIRTH DAY SATU RDAY 11 JUNE , 6PM START MULLUMBI MBY CIVIC HALL HURRY! TICKE TS SELLI NG FAST Tickets: $95 (+BF) Bookings: trybooking.com/kujr Numbers strictly limited so don’t delay, book now! Enquiries: 6619 0529

ENTERTAINMENT SUNDAY 24 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON JESSE PUMPHREY RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM ANDREW MORRIS BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 4.30PM THE FERAMONES 8PM TOUCH SENSITIVE & GUESTS BYRON BREWERY 3PM DJS LEOCH, MAGU & MORE BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE 10AM A DAY WITH DAVID WHYTE BYRON THEATRE 8PM ED KUEPPER BYRON GOLF CLUB 2PM THE DETECTIVES GINGER PIG, BYRON 3PM CRAIG ATKINS TREEHOUSE, BELONGIL 2PM SUNDAY DJS SUN BISTRO, SUNRISE 5PM CHRIS ARONSTEN BANGALOW HOTEL 12.30PM SLIM PICKENS BRUNSWICK HOTEL 4PM OKA POINCIANA, MULLUMBIMBY 2PM JAZZ N BLUES CLUB MULLUM 7.30PM DEVON SPROULE & JIMMY DOWLING BILLINUDGEL HOTEL 3PM DJS AL ROYALE, DALE STEPHEN, LORD SUT, FLASHDANCE, HEADSPACE CLUB LENNOX 4PM TROMBONE KELLIE GANG LENNOX HOTEL 6PM ADAM BROWN WHARF BAR, BALLINA 3PM GREG KEW ELTHAM HOTEL 1PM DIRTY RIVER DUO KINGSCLIFF HOTEL 3PM THE RETRONOMES SPHINX ROCK, MT BURRELL 1PM MARK RIDOUT PHOENIX RISING, NIMBIN 10AM SONIC BLISS 12.30PM BASSIX RAPPVILLE HOTEL 12PM WATLING & BATES WITH NOBLE LARIATS SALTBAR, KINGSCLIFF 4PM JON J BRADLEY BRISBANE POWERHOUSE FESTIVAL OF TIBET

MONDAY 25 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON SCOTT DAY-VEE RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM

PURLING BROOK BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 6PM DJ LONGTIME BYRON BREWERY 8PM 4’20’ SOUND WITH JOHNNY OSBOURNE & MAX GLAZER BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE 7.30PM HEART SUTRA TEACHINGS WITH HIS EMINENCE 7TH KYABJE YONGZIN LING RINPOCHE WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ OVAL BRUNSWICK HOTEL 5PM THE FIRETREE LENNOX HOTEL 4PM PINK ZINC B-SPACE, BALLINA 5PM JAM PHOENIX RISING, NIMBIN 12.30PM GABY BOGART

TUESDAY 26 GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL, BYRON MARSHALL O’KELL RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM JON J BRADLEY BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8PM MUSICAL BINGO BYRON BREWERY 7PM OOZ BYRON PUBLIC SCHOOL 7.15PM NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM LIVE DJS CREATIVE INTUITIVE, BYRON A&I 7PM HEARTCHANT BANGALOW HOTEL 7.30PM BRACKETS OPEN MIC ST JOHN’S, MULLUMBIMBY 7PM DANCE TEMPLE ECSTATIC DANCE LISMORE WORKERS CLUB 7.30PM THE LITTLE BIG PROJECT WITH MARTHA BAARTZ, JM KELLY, STEVE RUSSELL

WEDNESDAY 27 RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON 7PM NICK CUNNINGHAM BEACH HOTEL, BYRON 8.30PM DAN CLARK DUO BYRON BOWLO MUSICAL TRIVIA BYRON BREWERY 7PM OPEN MIC GINGER PIG, BYRON 7PM ISAAC FRAKHAM STICKY WICKET, BYRON 9.30PM SARAH GRANT WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON 8PM DJ ADRIAN BRANDELLO BALLINA HOTEL 6PM OPEN MIC

THE BYRON SHIRE

GIVEAWAYS! Online Echo subscribers – win 2 tickets to see Ed Kuepper at The Byron Theatre on Wednesday 24 April courtesy of The Byron Theatre. To enter the draw to win, simply email your name and postcode to e.comps@echo.net.au by Friday 22 April with subject line ‘Ed Kuepper’. Not a current subscriber to echonetdaily? Don’t worry, we’ll simply add you to our subscriber list.

Byron Shire Echo archives: www.echo.net.au/byron-echo

Service Directory DEADLINE: For additions and changes to the Service Directory is 12pm Friday LINE ADS: $90 for 3 months or $310 for 1 year prepaid DISPLAY ADS: $63 per week for colour display ad. Minimum 8 week booking 4 weeks prepaid. Please supply display ads 85mm wide, 28mm high. New display ads will be placed at end of section. Ads appear every day in Service Directory pages on Echonetdaily at www.echonetdaily.net.au

ACCOUNTS & BOOKINGS: 6684 1777

INDEX Accountants ......................................37 Acupuncture .....................................37 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 37 Antennas & Installation ..............37 Appliance Repair ............................37 Architects............................................37 Audio Production ...........................37 Audio Visual & IT .............................37 Bathroom Renovations ...............37 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters.37 Bricklaying .........................................37 Building Trades ................................37 Bush Regen & Weed Control .....37 Carpet Cleaning...............................37 Chiropractic .......................................37 Cleaning ..............................................38 Clotheslines .......................................38 Computer Services.........................38 Concrete Grinding & Polishing ..38 Concreting & Paving .....................38 Counselling........................................38 Decks, Patios & Extensions ........38 Dentists................................................38 Design & Drafting...........................38 Driveway Maintenance................38 Earthmoving & Excavation ........38 Electricians.........................................38 Fencing ................................................39 Flooring ...............................................39 Floor Sanding & Polishing .........39 Garage Doors .............................................39 Garden & Property Maintenance .39 Garden Design .................................39 Gas Suppliers.......................................39 Glaziers ................................................39 Guttering ............................................39 Handypersons ..................................39 Health ...................................................39 Hire ........................................................39 Interior Design .................................39 Ironing..................................................39 Kitchens ...............................................39

Landscape Design ..........................39 Landscaping .....................................39 Lawnmower Repairs .....................39 Lighting ...............................................39 Locksmith ...........................................39 Mobile Mechanic ............................40 Motoring .............................................40 Osteopathy ........................................40 Painting ...............................................40 Personal Fitness Trainers ............40 Pest Control .......................................40 Photography .....................................40 Physiotherapy ..................................40 Picture Framing ...............................40 Plastering ...........................................40 Plumbers .............................................40 Printer Toners & Cartridges .......40 Printing & Copying Services .....40 Removalists .......................................40 Roofing ................................................40 Rubbish Removal............................41 Scrap Metal Merchants ................41 Septic Systems .................................41 Sewing & Alterations ..........................41 Solar Installation ............................41 Swimming Pools .............................41 Tiling .....................................................41 Town Planning .................................41 Travel ....................................................41 Tree Services .....................................41 Upholstery .........................................41 Valuers .................................................41 Veterinary Surgeons .....................41 Video Production ...........................41 Visa Advice .........................................41 Water Filters ......................................41 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning ...41 Window Tinting ...............................41 Work Wear ..........................................41 Writing Services ..............................41

ACCOUNTANTS

ANTENNAS & INSTALLATION

0439 624 945

AH

02 66 804 173 Friendly Reliable Prompt Local

Digital TV ALL Antenna Installations & Repairs ALL Electrical Work

IWIRE

ANTENNAS

â&#x20AC;˘ New digital antennas â&#x20AC;˘ Reception problems * â&#x20AC;˘ Extra TV outlets â&#x20AC;˘ Phone sockets â&#x20AC;˘ Pensioner discounts

NO FIX NO CHARGE For fast service call

0402 022 111

David Levine iwireantennas.com.au

EXPERIENCE COUNTS FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS

ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry..............................................................................................66847415 TAX RETURNS from $130 Individuals & $200 Small Business, Accounting/Bookkeeping, GST, BAS. Quickbooks, MYOB, Xero, etc. Rentals, Capital Gains. Partnership, Trust and Company tax returns. LBB Tax Services.....................................................................1300 981135 ACCOUNTANT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MARTIN McCARTHY ...............................................................................66874026 ACCOUNTANT BANGALOW + BYRON BAY The Office Accountants & Business Advisors ...66872960

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE M Collis..................................................66842559 ACUPUNCTURE www.marlenefarry.com Facial rejuvenation, general practice.................66842400 ACUPUNCTUREâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE. Mary-Ellen Young .................0403 477972 GINKGO TREE CLINIC Charity Carleton. Coorabell...............................................................66847910

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chill Outâ&#x20AC;? Lic AU37088 Lic 246545C

Fully Licensed Technicians Best Local Installers Best Quality Products

6680 9394

COOLMAN AIR CONDITIONING 23 years experience. Lic 178464C AU30147 ..............0412 641753 RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141 ................................................0487 264137

North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au

0438 139 938

Mat Wood â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mattnnikki@bigpond.com

â&#x20AC;˘ RELIABLE TRADESMAN â&#x20AC;˘ JOBS UP TO $5000 â&#x20AC;˘ DECKS & PERGOLAS â&#x20AC;˘ TIMBER SCREENS & DOORS â&#x20AC;˘ GARAGE CONVERSIONS

Friendly & Reliable

â&#x20AC;˘ Set top box installation and programming â&#x20AC;˘ Surround sound design and installation â&#x20AC;˘ All TV, telephone & electrical installations Call Norm now on

SERVICING THE BYRON SHIRE

CALL BRETT 0414 542 019

0422 668 582

NSW Lic. 83568c Qld BSA 1238105

JP DIGITAL ANTENNAS Reception problems, new antennas, extra TV points, all areas ......0432 289705 BYRON ANTENNA SERVICE Call me first for fast service. Richard ..................................0401 190960

FULLY INSURED

ALL ASPECTS OF CARPENTRY WORK

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

ARCHITECTS

matt.rowan.wardle@gmail.com â&#x20AC;˘ Floor installations â&#x20AC;˘ Door & Window installations â&#x20AC;˘ Decks & Pergolas â&#x20AC;˘ Alterations

0488 950 638

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

CARPENTER All jobs. Michael Dow. Lic 147675C .................................... 66291169 or 0412 967677 FRANK STEWART ARCHITECT Reg. 6075. www.frankstewart.com.au............................66856984 BUILDER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C .............0415 793242 OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001 BRICKLAYER Quality work, reasonable quotes. Lic 164155C................... 0423 474419 or 66849102 MICHAEL FRANCK ARCHITECT Reg 2454 www.keyturn.com.au..................................0414 660810 FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C .........................66808162 TROPPO ARCHITECTS www.troppo.com.au, e: byron@troppo.com.au ........................0412 571348 CARPENTER Insured & qualified. Homes, extensions, decks, free quotes. Lic 231104C .......... 0431 674377

AUDIO PRODUCTION

rbacarpentry.com.au New & reno work, decks & pergolas. Lic No 243918C ...............0407 330326

AUDIO & VIDEO RECORDING & Live production, crystalgrid.com.au ..........................0421 661910 BUILDER CARPENTER Extensions, renos, new homes, insurance, all jobs. Lic 19953Q ........ 0403 458177

AUDIO VISUAL & IT

OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENIST SERVICES www.breatheasy.net.au .......... 0421 504813 or 66882306

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

BUSH REGENERATION & WEED CONTROL

BUILDERS IAN & AARON All areas of construction, exp & affordale. Lic 210293C .........0429 777966

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

Call Jason: 0434 177 594

12 years local experience. Fully insured TAFE qualified bush regenerators For a free property assessment call Ross Faithfull 0409157695 and a/h 02-66872943

faithfullrossco@gmail.com www.eastcoastbushregeneration.com

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INCLUDING:

Ecological assessments â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bush regeneration and restoration â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Native tree planting, advice and plans (residential and rural) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Koala habitat construction â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Weed management â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Camphor control and conversion

WEED CONTROL SPECIALIST........................................................................................0418 110714

CARPET CLEANING

TLC

Truck Mounted Machine

CARPET CLEANING

TENDER LOVING CARE Specialising in household carpet cleaning Speedy Drying

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Kevin & Margaret Bower

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BRICKLAYING

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

All Residential and Commercial work

3KRQH 0DUN

0408 232 066

291958C

ALL TYPES BRICK/BLOCK LAYING Licence no. 60801C. 40 years exp. Paul..................0423 852559

BUILDING TRADES

ARCHITECTURAL TIMBERS

(02) 6684 1001

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

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JACK MANTLE

â&#x20AC;˘ Local tree planting and weed control specialist â&#x20AC;˘ Restoring degraded bushland and creek banks â&#x20AC;˘ Converting camphor laurel dominated forest to rainforest â&#x20AC;˘ Turning paddocks and bare areas into rainforest â&#x20AC;˘ We can help increase biodiversity, improve water quality and offset your carbon footprint

Competitively priced â&#x20AC;˘ QualiďŹ ed and Insured Eco East Ecological Services Jason 0423 725 422 Simon 0477 779 847 e:ecoeast.regen@gmail.com

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Call Steve Miller now on www.easybooks.net.au BAS Reg# 88352003

Pty Ltd

Servicing Byron Bay & surrounding areas

YOUR DIGITAL AND PROGRAMMING SOLUTIONS

Bookkeeping & BAS Services

0427 272 853

Dukewood Homes

ANTENNAS PLUS

BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS BAS ~ BOOKKEEPING ~ REGISTERED TAX AGENT Gail Rundle 0401 884 231 Behind the Post OfďŹ ce in Fingal Street, Brunswick Heads

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

*conditions apply

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

SMALL BUSINESS SPECIALISTS

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

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

Lic. No. 270262C

SERVICE DIRECTORY RATES, PAYMENT & DEADLINE

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

APEX CARPET CLEANING www.apexcarpetcleaning.com.au......................... Nathan 0412 926441 CARPET, UPHOLSTERY & more. No chemicals. www.mintsteamclean.com .....................66808097 AMORE CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Eco-friendly ...........................................0429 726999

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

STAIRS

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL OPEN / CLOSED RISERS

0408 740 480 / 07 5590 5696

NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman ...........................66858553 MICHAEL SCHWAGER & SHAUN CASHMAN Chiropractors 108 Stuart St, Mullum .........66841962 MULLUM CHIROPRACTIC Massage, chiropractic & fitness. 110 Dalley St .........................66841028 BYRON BAY CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE Bruce Campbell. 1/12 Tasman Way, A&I Estate ....66858159 CAPE BYRON HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC Shane Eade. 6/14 Middleton St .....................0467 660323

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CLEANING

ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

â&#x20AC;˘ House washing â&#x20AC;˘ High pressure or soft wash â&#x20AC;˘ Window cleaning â&#x20AC;˘ Driveways, paths & roofs â&#x20AC;˘ Gutters & ďŹ&#x201A;yscreens â&#x20AC;˘ Water efďŹ cient â&#x20AC;˘ Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6684 4018 or 0412 495 750

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Training & assessment: earthmoving plant & forklift â&#x20AC;&#x201C; nationally recognised qualiďŹ cations

0410 056 228 / 0427 663 678

EXCAVATORS. ROLLERS. GRADERS. TRUCK HIRE. !"#$ %%

0418 665 905

Specialising in road repairs & driveways Rock walls, clearing, house shed and tank pads. Augers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hole boring. All general earthworks, excavators, positrack, bobcat, roller and tipper hire.

Ph: 6684 0160 Mob: 0439 840 160

A NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65HP chain trencher, 1.7 tonne excavator, tipper ..0402 716857 BYRON BAY BOBCAT & MINI EXCAVATOR All areas ............................................... Ian 0412 853479

FLANAGAN & SONS CONCRETING Lic 155456C. .............................................Ph Andrew 66841424 MINI EXCAVATOR / POSITRAC COMBO & tipper hire. Ph Andrew .......... 0401 968173 or 66841424 JASON COOTE CONCRETING All concreting work, form work, steel fixing Lic 261424C ......0421 957506 BRENDAN POWELL Earthmoving, landscaping, design & construction.........................0404 988222 PLATINUM CONCRETE 20 years experience. Jobs under $5000 .................Justin Myers 0458 773788 BANGALOW MINI DIGGER SERVICE Exp operator 1.8 tonne multiple attachments .....0413 878978

COUNSELLING

R & J FIELD EARTHMOVING & BOBCAT HIRE All areas. Adam .....................................0423 101206

vz PETER FOX Couple Therapy & Marriage Intensives. coupletherapyaustralia.com................66840469 JULIA BODKIN Psychotherapist/ SE trauma/ mediation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; globalspiritevents.com ........0403 652067

email: impresswindowcleaning@gmail.com Reliable â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly â&#x20AC;˘ Professional â&#x20AC;˘ Fully Insured â&#x20AC;˘ Free Quotes â&#x20AC;˘ Affordable Rates Locally Owned and Operated â&#x20AC;˘ Quality Work with Over 10 Years Experience

Reliable Affordable Fully Insured

Roof and Pressure Cleaning Timber Maintenance Window Cleaning

BACKHOE FOR HIRE Septics, trenching, electrical, drainage, roads .......66845260 or 0428 845091

ELECTRICIANS

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

24 HOUR SERVICE

The Deck Doctor

0439 624 945

Sanding and ReďŹ nishing, Repairs and Maintenance, Internal Floors Richard Neylan richardneylan1@bigpond.com 0407 821 690 â&#x20AC;˘ www.facebook.com/DeckDoctor65

AH

02 66 804 173 All Jobs Small or Large

Domestic Commercial

Lic: 154293c

Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232 or 6680 9901

0499 206 036

â&#x20AC;˘ Tip trucks 3 to 12 tonne â&#x20AC;˘ Excavator â&#x20AC;˘ Driveways â&#x20AC;˘ Roads â&#x20AC;˘ Clearing â&#x20AC;˘ House pads â&#x20AC;˘ Drainage â&#x20AC;˘ Carparks â&#x20AC;˘ Bush rocks â&#x20AC;˘ Rock walls

STEVE BROWN EARTHMOVING

CONCRETING & PAVING

DARYL 0418 234 302 OR 02 6680 1793

Window Cleaning Professionals

Residential & Holiday Accommodation marlo@scrubupcleaning.com

Specialising in driveway construction & maintenance

Free quotes Ph: Chris 0408 536 565

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

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

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

BYRON CONCRETE GRINDING & POLISHING SALISBURY CONCRETING

Byron Eco Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing

EARTHMOVING & PLANT HIRE

CONCRETE GRINDING & POLISHING

Lic.136717c

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RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ....................................................................66844335 NERDWORKS Computer repairs, mobile technician ................................ 66846276 or 0413 379514 ZANEY PRODUCTIONS Apple Computer Services ..........................................................0403 398272 WORKRIGHT COMPUTER SUPPORT (Mobile) for small business Byron Shire Daniel..... 0422 804449 SAGARO MOBILE MAC SERVICES 24 years Mac experience ..........................................0435 353674 JAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PC SERVICES Discount rates. Mullumbimby ........................................................0467 622551

DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

DECKS AND PERGOLAS Hardwood, pine, composites. Byron/Gold Coast. Robbie .........0409 244424 FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Oiled timber & deck maintenance (new business) ............0419 789600 DECK & TIMBER SOLUTIONS Free quotes. See localsearch.com.au for business profile ... 0410 062493

JAMIE 0408 809 817

DENTISTS

BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE .......................................................................66851264 BANGALOW DENTAL In the Medical Centre Complex, Bangalow ......................................66872766 SHORES DENTAL Dr Shaun Goh & Dr Richard Conn. Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores .....................66803477 GAVIN STUART & MARTIN ACKLAND Banora Seaview Dental, Banora Point fullcircleoliver@gmail.com 30 mins north of Ewingsdale. Open Sat. early & late appointments................................07 55234090 0419 789 600 LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 CLEAN AS ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BEEN TEAM Home, Bond back, anytime, references ...................................66882372 MICHAEL LEACH 100 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby .............................................................66842644 DONE & DUSTED CLEANING Going the extra mile, professional, dependable...............0498 731447 DETAILED CLEANING Natural products. Please call 8am-6pm ......................................0410 723601 FULL CIRCLE Window & Pressure cleaning. Call Oliver (new business)...........................0419 789600 BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com..........Bob Acton 0407 787993 BYRON HOME CLEANING Brunswick to Ballina & inland towns. $30ph ...............Holly 0451 102239 DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048 BRUNS VALLEY CLEAN TEAM Reliable, efficient, attention to detail..................... Cass 0457 198245 BYRON SHIRE DOMESTIC CLEANING SERVICE ............................................................0421 360961 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448 GREEN ROCKET CLEANERS Excellent service, reliable, efficient. Home. Bond. Office ....0405 437431

licence no. 201775c

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0458 267 777

Lic. 211410C

DESIGN & DRAFTING

CARPARK & DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE CONCRETE EDGING

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0418 156 909

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Call Steven Butturini

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20 Year+s Exp.

COMPUTER SERVICES

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Michael Lamb providing Byron Shire with quality electrical services since 1984

Jai â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0467 482 948

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0432 331 633 for details

6684 8239

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Lic No. 262667C

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COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .......................... 0439 624945 or 66804173 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 .........................................................0429 802355

Roadworks incl Driveways, Carparks & General Excavation

BYRON BAY ELECTRICAL Geoff Bensley. Lic EC 34079 ...................................................0427 857824

35 years in local area â&#x20AC;˘ Free quotes

CIRCUITS PLUS For everything electrical. Friendly & professional. Lic 201844C.............0422 668582

Phone Dick 6687 8418 & 0412 831 944 Dan 0423 877 102

SUNSHINE ELECTRICAL SERVICES NSW Competetively Priced. Quality Work. Lic 116938C .. 0416 043414 JP ELECTRICAL All electrical + Level 2 service provider. Lic 133082C ............................0432 289705 CHRIS APPEL. Ocean Shores. Lic EC 22349.....................................................................0422 607444

TINY EARTHWOR Philip Toovey 0409 799 909 ph/fax 02 6684 3208

various implements available for limited access projects

JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C..............0415 126028 RIC VESSIERE ELECTRICAL Lic 223948C Quality work, affordable rates ...... 0407 588181 or 66771195 SOMERS ELECTRICAL Prompt & reliable. Bruns, O.Shores, Mullum & Byron Lic 283345C ...0438 350650 SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477 LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRICAL BYRON BAY Your friendly electrician Lic 233440C .............0450 631183 BEN LAMB ELECTRICAL Local, no job too small. Lic No. 293580C ....0413 045803 or 0412 161345

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FENCING

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Same Day Response Major Credit Cards Welcome

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131 546

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0416 424 256

BEDNARZ, H & W, FENCING Specialise in pool, Colorbond & timber fencing ..............0417 491136 BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0416 424256 PSG FENCING All types. Friendly & professional. Quality work. Matt .............................0401 259882 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service ............................. 66771852 or 0432 107262 BRUSH FENCING NEW & REPAIRS Call Dave ................................................................0419 692155

ACREAGE MOWING

CALL Y TOM TODA FOR A FREE QUOTE

Professional, Friendly & Reliable. Fully Insured.

0478 191 833

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

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• Garden & Property Maintenance • Acreage & Residential Mowing • Landscaping • Tip Runs

info@byronbayranga.com ~ www.byronbayranga.com

FARM PICK UP PRICES Soft Leaf Buffalo A grade $8/m2 – B grade $5/m2

0431 550 401

• Prices are GST inclusive • Pick up Ex-Farm – forklift loaded • Cut fresh: require half day advanced notice • DELIVERY EXTRA 7am-4pm Monday to Friday

FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING

6684 7380

0420 528 373

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ECO TIMBER FLOORS Sanding, polishing & repairs ..............................................Trent 0432 501721

GARDEN DESIGN

0408 536 565 proud member of TIMBER FLOOR SPECIALIST

SERVICING ALL AREAS

www.oceanfloors.net.au

NJH FLOOR SANDING Eco wax, oils & water base finishes ................................ Nathan 0420 215716 GARDEN DESIGN, FENG SHUI www.simplybeautifulspaces.com.au...........................Lyn 0428 884329 DESIGN & PLANS Lic no. 39791 www.varendorfflandscapes.com ......... 66845035 or 0414 842602 THE FLOOR SANDER Non-toxic finishes. Free quotes. Ph Richard ..................................0407 821690 GARDEN MAKEOVERS Design, restoration & plant supply .............John 66841126 or 0431 745475 AUTHENTIC EX-KYOTO DESIGNER 17yrs+ exp. Consults, creates, maintains..............0427 423723

GARAGE DOORS

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7 Stinson Street, Ballina Ph: 02 6686 4238 W: www.cmgd.com.au E: info@cmgd.com.au

BRUNSWICK VALLEY DOOR CENTRE

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GARAGE DOOR SPECIALIST • Sales • Service • Repairs bvdc.com.au bvdc@bigpond.com 0418 171 285 02 6684 5529

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

A TO Z HANDYMAN SERVICES Tip runs, pressure cleaning, gardening, odd jobs ....Andre 66847553 or 0439 495247 CAPE BYRON PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Thomas Scott. Lic 275094C ......................0418 600576 MULLUM HANDYMAN Maintenance, repairs, painting, tip runs, gardening ................0424 954388 A.S.A.P. HANDYMAN Carpentry, plaster, paint, bathrooms, studios, maintenance .......0405 625697 HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ......................................... 66884324 or 0476 600956 AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic. Wayne...............................0423 218417 HANDYMAN CARPENTER FB Greg’s Handyman Service Byron Bay ...............................0414 109595 HANDYMAN – ODD JOBS Jon .......................................................................................0417 848234

HEALTH • OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy MULLUMBIMBY MEDICAL CENTRE 60 Stuart St.............................................................66841511 ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366 MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002 MULLUMBIMBY SKIN CLINIC 58 Stuart Street ..................................................................66844400 MUDITA CLINIC Ayurveda, Counselling, Mindfulness. www.muditaclinic.com ..................66846090 CRANIOSACRAL BALANCING Najma Ahern, Practitioner, Tutor & Trainer .....................0402 230449

HIRE

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No Rental Reliable

Crane Hire

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

6680 1575 or 0408 760 609 GLAZIERS

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

IRONING THE IRONING LADY Suffolk Park. $25 per hour. Angela.................................................0414 719680

KITCHENS SHAUN LEMURA KITCHENS Byron 17yrs+ qual. exp. www.slbyronbay.com................0499 771769 ALL GLASS BYRON BAY Splashbacks..................................................................................66857200 C & C KITCHENS Kitchens & Bathrooms. Quality at affordable prices ..................................66872275 D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery – www.hinged.com.au ...................................................0409 843689

LANDSCAPE DESIGN BEAU JARDIN Landscape Design & Documentation, Horticultural Consultation............0417 054443

LANDSCAPING

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

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983

Shaun Savage Landscapes Established 2008 ~ Lic No: 247282c

Specialising in: • Retaining Walls • Pool Surrounds • Block Work • Paving • Turfing • Stonework 20 Years Experience

LICENCE NO:175956C ABN: 03 113 342 699

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12/70 Centennial Cct, Byron Bay | 6685 5503

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HANDYPERSONS

0405 594 288

SUBTROPICALLANDSCAPES.COM.AU 20 years exp. Lic 231789C ................................0405 122456 BUSH ROCKS All sizes / mossy, can deliver. Ron ...................................... 66298208 or 0429 398208 VARENDORFFLANDSCAPES.COM Design & construct. Lic 39791 .......... 66845035 or 0414 842602 IPS Paving, concreting, retaining walls, fencing: integratedpropertyservicing.com.au ....0437 819087 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Design & construction. Lic 277154C ....................0423 700853 PAVING Since 1984. Free quotes, pools, driveways. Lic 154706C. Val .............................0422 659901

LAWNMOWER REPAIRS

TYAGARAH MOWER REPAIRS 69 McAuleys Lane, Mullumbimby .................................0488 094025 OCEAN SHORES GLASS AND SCREENS Glass splashbacks Lic No 61205C ..........................66803333 BYRON MOWER B’cutter, ch’saw, all small engine repairs. Pickup & delivery .................0429 707286 ALL GLASS BYRON BAY Shower screens & mirrors .............................................................66857200 MULLUM MOWERS & MACHINERY REPAIRS Mullumbimby Industrial Estate............0423 204218

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

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

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

LIGHTING Lighting Showroom Open 9am – 5pm Mon – Fri Unit 5, 21-23 Tasman Way, Byron A+I Estate Free on-site consultancy 6680 7007 creativelightingsolutions.com.au

CREATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS LOCKSMITH

BLUE MTN GUTTERMESH Do it well, do it once.............................................................0418 662285 NEW GUTTERING Guttermesh, downpipes etc. Lic 26850C ...........................................0418 662285 GUTTERING & DOWNPIPES Guttermesh, Metal Roofing Lic 60414C Darryl Patterson..... 0414 889453 MOBILE LOCKSMITH SERVICE Automotive car keys & lock installation/repair .............0412 764148

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BYRON PAINTING Immediate starts, great rates. Lic 239832C ......................................0427 669806

MOBILE MECHANIC

BAY AREA PAINTING Jacob Nave. Lic No 289979C .........................................................0405 609598

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P L U M B I N G

PERSONAL TRAINER Shelley Andrews. Ocean Shores. All ages / levels........................0420 295239

Mobile Diesel Mechanic / Marine Engineer 0416 164 638 earthandmarine@gmail.com

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PEST CONTROL

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MOTORING

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

Lic: AU29498

Bayside Radiators

Windscreens & Air Conditioning

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LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES

MECHANICAL REPAIRS, WARREN SIMMONS Byron Bay ..................................................66858500

OSTEOPATHY

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0421 678 424 JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025 BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403 I LOVE PLUMBING Call Steve Lic 148904C .....................................................................0412 916140 HRH PLUMBING Providing a prompt, reliable & efficient service. Lic 220755C ............0402 652017 DART PLUMBING Plumbing, roofing, gas. Byron Bay. Lic 1175539C..............................0421 334515 MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035 ADM PLUMBING SERVICESâ&#x20AC;Ś (NO JOB TOO SMALL)â&#x20AC;Ś Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483 ED RIORDAN PLUMBING Ballina to Byron. Lic L6966....................................................0417 343480 BLOCKED DRAINS Drain camera, no dig repairs. Drain Pipe King. Lic 237124C ..............0427 217500 EMERGENCY PLUMBING All aspects. Prompt & prof. O.Shores. Lic 284496C.................0417 053708 MATT WILSON PLUMBING Lic 10704. All plumbing, draining, gas fitting. Free quotes. .. 0408 665672 LC PLUMBING P/L Plumbing, draining, LPG gas fitting, maintenance. Luke .................0488 730888 LPC PLUMBING Plumbing, draining, gas fitting. Sth Golden Bch. Lic 289868C. Luke ....0401 633222

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PRINTER TONERS & CARTRIDGES

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Sue Broadbent, Toby Mills, Andre Kleinbaum, Amelia Rocco Clinic open for Osteopathy and Massage Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Saturday 2/32 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads. Tel 02 6685 1126

OSTEOPATHY

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PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES

797

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

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

Dr. Matthew Fourro (Osteo) Dr. Egbert Weber (Osteo)

PHOTOGRAPHY

NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs & Alison Daniel. Mon-Fri ................................66857517 OSTEOPATH SINCE 1975 Old school, Lennox Head. Michael Petrie ....................................66874410 DR DEAN HARDY Osteopath B.Clin.Sci, Master Osteopathy lennoxheadquarters.com...0412 786399

PAINTING

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phone 66801158 or 0408 004719

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

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0438 784 226 â&#x20AC;˘ 6685 4154

Lic No 189144C

ALL-WAYS PAINTING

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

PHYSIOTHERAPY BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, pilates. Liz Thomas, Cally Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara, Kim Snellgrove .............................................................................66872330 NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy, acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Corner Dalley & Burringbar Sts, Mullumbimby.....................................................................66843255 ANTHONY Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511 CLAUDIA MIRDITA Craniosacral therapy, physiotherapy ....................................................66857222 CONTINENCE / PELVIC FLOOR Janelle Angel ..................Bangalow 66872337 & Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;bah 66723818 PETRA KARNI Physiotherapy, Craniosacral, Alexander Technique. Byron ..........................66807207 OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Alex Margan, Millie Shield ...........................................66803499

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

EWINGSDALE PHYSIO Renata Tenta. Matrix Rhythm Therapy, home visits avail................66847838

X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING

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

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COL JENKINS PLASTER Gyprock, renovations, repairs. No job too small ......................0401 078733

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GYPROCK PLASTERING SERVICE New homes, extensions, renos, 40 yrs exp. Dave ......0457 117654 MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813 LOCAL AFFORDABLE Brisbane to Sydney, 20yrs exp. travellingbenny@gmail.com .....0402 199999

AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 KELVIN & ROBERT TEALE Painters & decorators. Lic R65919 ................0400 349027 or 0438 842731

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PLASTERING CONTRACTOR

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

ABN 48867459605

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR â&#x20AC;˘ PLASTER REPAIRS CLEAN & TIDY â&#x20AC;˘ ALWAYS ON TIME â&#x20AC;˘ ALL AREAS

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NEIL A McINTOSH

PICTURE FRAMING

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PAINTER

TROY EADY Holdsworth House Medical Practice, Byron Bay...............................................66807211

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

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LIBBIE NELSON PHYSIO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Acupuncture, yoga & therapy, BFL, Herbs, CS Byron Bay .....0416 369698

BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel ........................66803444 Lic 167371C

www.duluxaccredited.com.au

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

PETER FARRELL Physiotherapist, manual therapy & exercise, Mullumbimby ....................66843385

PLUMBERS

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ROOFING Licence No. 207479C

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REMOVALISTS

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BRAND NEW again... GUARANTEED!!! 9 Tile, Grout & Stone Cleaning & Sealing 9 Silicone 9 Grout Colouring 9 Re-Grouting 9 Epoxy Grout 9 Glass Restoration 9 Slippery Tiles & More

BEST SKIPS BANGALOW 2m3, 3m3, 4m3, 6m3 & 8m3 bins .................... 0417 458149 or 66871544 OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ......................................... 0412 161564 or 66841232

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BYRON SKIPS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 2, 3, 4 & 6 m3 bins available ..............................0450 300360

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

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TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ...................................66804103 TILER Shower leaks, wall & floor tiling, 45 years experience. Lic R91906. Phone Bob.....0410 428919

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JOE DAVIDSON Qualified & experienced consultant, DAs, planning proposals...............0402 405555 EAST CAPE PLANNING All town planning enquiries, DAs etc, oliplan@me.com ..........0417 646943

TRAVEL

M 0418 754 149 P 07 5523 9930 NSW Lic. L10007 QLD Lic. 13395

TRINE SOLUTIONS Plumbing, draining & gasfitting. Lic 138031C ......................................66802358 ATAS A10923

SEWING & ALTERATIONS TREE SERVICES

SEWING REPAIRS & ALTERATIONS Byron Bay & all areas. Phone Jan..............................66849398

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6684 3370 0417 759 777

3rd SUN Uki 0487 329 150 3rd SUN Lismore Car Boot 6628 7333 3rd SUN Ballina 6687 4328

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

SWIMMING POOLS

ATTENTION POOL OWNERS • All pool requirements • Professional advice • Water testing • Friendly service • Pool servicing

73 Station St, Mullumbimby (opp. Council chambers)

6684 3003 MULLUMBIMBY POOL SHOP Water testing, Eco products, mobile service Lic 39126 .0418 666839

TILING

VALUERS BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD reg’d. Chartered Valuers ................... 0431 245460 or 66857010 NR VALUATIONS 25 years local exp. www.nrvaluations.com.au ...................................0428 694041

VETERINARY SURGEONS MULLUM VET CLINIC Richard Gregory, Erin Tottenham, Bec Patison. 24 hrs 7 days ..........66843818 VITALITY VETCARE Bangalow. Megan Kearney ..................................................................66870675

VIDEO PRODUCTION CAMERA CREW, LIGHTING, screens, projectors & editing, crystalgrid.com.au..............0421 661910

VISA ADVICE REGISTERED MIGRATION AGENT Rebecca@byronbaymigrationagency.com.au .........0487 458047

WATER FILTERS

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

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Call Louise 0478 698 186

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6680 8200 or 0418 108 181

Third quarter April 1

02:16

4th SUN Bangalow 4th SUN Nimbin

6687 1911 0458 506 000

5th SUN Lennox Head 5th SUN Nimbin

0419 369 609 0458 506 000

FARMERS MARKETS Each TUE New Brighton Each TUE Organic Lismore Each WED 7-11am M’bah Each THU 8-11am Byron Each FRI 7-11am Mullum Each SAT 8-11am Bangalow Each SAT 8am-1pm Uki

6677 1345 6628 1084 6684 7834 6687 1137 6677 1345 6687 1137 6679 5530

APRIL 2016

New moon April 7 21:23 First quarter April 14 13:59 Full moon April 22 15:23 Third quarter April 30 13:28 Day of Sun Sun Moon Moon High tide, Low tide, month rise set rise set height (m) height (m) 1 F 0656 1843 0011 1359 0306,1.49; 1600,1.23 1000,0.63; 2042,0.74 2 S 0656 1842 0105 1447 0415,1.52; 1712,1.29 1105,0.57; 2255,0.69 DAYLIGHT SAVING ENDS 3am – clocks back one hour 3 S 0557 1741 0103 1434 0421,1.59; 1712,1.40 1101,0.47; 2300,0.59 4 M 0557 1740 0204 1519 0519,1.68; 1802,1.53 1152,0.37; 2356,0.47 1239,0.29 5 T 0558 1739 0308 1603 0613,1.77; 1849,1.66 6 W 0559 1737 0413 1647 0704,1.83; 1936,1.78 0049,0.36; 1324,0.23 7 T 0559 1736 0519 1732 0755,1.84; 2023,1.88 0142,0.27; 1409,0.21 8 F 0600 1735 0627 1819 0846,1.81; 2111,1.93 0235,0.21; 1455,0.23 9 S 0600 1734 0735 1907 0939,1.74; 2200,1.94 0329,0.20; 1541,0.29 10 S 0601 1733 0842 1958 1033,1.63; 2250,1.91 0425,0.23; 1629,0.38 11 M 0601 1732 0946 2052 1129,1.51; 2343,1.84 0522,0.30; 1718,0.49 12 T 0602 1731 1047 2148 1229,1.40 0624,0.38; 1812,0.59 13 W 0602 1730 1143 2244 0039,1.74; 1333,1.32 0730.0.46; 1913,0.69 14 T 0603 1729 1233 2341 0142,1.65; 1445,1.29 0837,0.52; 2023,0.74 15 F 0604 1728 1319 0250,1.58; 1556,1.30 0941,0.55; 2135,0.75 16 S 0604 1727 1400 0036 0357,1.54; 1655,1.36 1038,0.55; 2242,0.71 17 S 0605 1726 1439 0240 0455,1.54; 1743,1.43 1127,0.54; 2338,0.66 18 M 0605 1725 1514 0223 0545,1.54; 1824,1.50 1207,0.52 19 T 0606 1724 1549 0315 0627,1.55; 1900,1.57 0025,0.60; 1244,0.50 20 W 0606 1723 1623 0406 0706,1.55; 1933,1.63 0106,0.55; 1315,0.49 21 T 0607 1722 1657 0458 0743,1.54; 2005,1.67 0144,0.51; 1346,0.49 22 F 0608 1721 1732 0549 0819,1.53; 2037,1.71 0219,0.49; 1416,0.50 23 S 0608 1720 1809 0640 0855,1.50; 2110,1.73 0256.0.47; 1447,0.52 24 S 0609 1719 1848 0732 0932,1.47; 2144,1.73 0332,0.47; 1519,0.55 25 M 0609 1718 1931 0823 1011,1.42; 2219,1.71 0412,0.49; 1553,0.59 26 T 0610 1717 2016 0915 1052,1.37; 2258,1.68 0453,0.51; 1630,0.64 27 W 0610 1716 2105 1006 1137,1.33; 2342,1.64 0538,0.55; 1712,0.69 28 T 0611 1715 2158 1055 1229,1.29 0628,0.58; 1800,0.73 29 F 0612 1714 2253 1142 0031,1.60; 1327,1.28 0725,0.59; 1900,0.76 30 S 0612 1713 2351 1228 0131,1.57; 1433,1.31 0826,0.57; 2012,0.76

Astronomical data and tides

Times have been adjusted for Daylight Saving. Time lags: Ballina Boat Dock: 15 min; Byron Bay: nil; Brunswick River Hwy Bridge: high 30 min, low 1 hr; Mullumbimby: 1 hr 10 min; Billinudgel: 3 hr 55 min; Chinderah: high 1 hr 15 min, low 2 hr; Terranora Inlet: high 2 hr 10 min, low 2 hr 25 min; Murwillumbah: high 2 hr 30 min, low 2 hr 50 min. Tides in bold indicate high tide of 1.7m or more and low tide of 0.3m or less. Data courtesy of the National Tidal Centre.

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MON TUE WED THU FRI PM & SAT AM

WASHING MACHINE automatic $180, fridge $170, delivery. Phone 0413589388 BICYCLES buy, sell, repair, recycle. Adult bikes from $60. Phil 0413779223

Brunswick Heads Wellness Centre

PURA

VIDA

puravidawellness.com.au 66850498

BICYCLES pre-loved, lge range, repairs. Sth Golden Bch. Phone 66804165

HALLS FOR HIRE COORABELL HALL WEDDINGS, GIGS, CLASSES 66871307 www.coorabellhall.net

FOR SALE

MUST SELL – OIL PAINTINGS Copies of European masters. Antique Indian gates. Indian tables and chairs. Ph Lindy 0419662352. Viewing by appt only. Email: lindyhyland1@bigpond.com

TRADEWORK

RAPHIS PALMS ‘Jade Empress’ clumping to 3m, from $90 Ph 0421866600

ANTIQUE CHAISE & 2 chairs, red velvet. Hall stand old style. D-bed base & matt as new. Sgl foldaway bed, matt dark blue, all must go. Best offers. O.Shores. 66802060

3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

SHE LOVES FEATHERS Final sale begins noon Wed April 20 until Wed April 27. Everything must go

PEAVEY BASS AMP combo 300w $350. Desk Mixer TSY120 4 channel mixer & speakers $300. 66843369 or 0407248999

HARDWOOD TIMBER professionally milled. Tallowwood, Red Gum. All sizes and lengths. Ph Adrian 0428845091

TIMBER BAR $100 ono. Ph 66843369

3UMMERLAND %NVIRONMENTAL

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NATIVE PLANTS FOOD PLANTS

The Largest range of native plants in the Byron Shire. Tubestock to Semi-advanced

MULLUM CREEK NURSERY

110 Yankee Ck Rd, via Wilsons Ck Rd Mullumbimby 6684 1703 Open Wed–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 9am–1pm www.mcnativenursery.com.au

BONSAI SALE Yearly clearance, lovely bonsais, natives, exotics. Ph 0487268161 CEDAR BI-FOLD slat doors, 6 doors 240cmx126cm, 2 doors 240cmx94cm, $2000. Ph 0410488247 JUICER suit cafe/restaurant, never used commercially, as new, Canal CJ3000-1 RRP $2400, sell $950. Ph 0484595508

WANTED HARDWOOD DOORS half glass pref. Also med to large alum sliding window, pref with screens. Also seeking a slow combustion wood heater. 66849138 OLD MOTORBIKE any make, any year, any cond. Will pick up. 0427109195

CHRYSALIS BYRON BAY GARDEN TRANSFORMATION

· GENERAL CLEAN UPS · HEDGING & PRUNING · PLANTING & MULCHING · DESIGN & INSTALLATION · SUCCULENT & CRYSTAL GARDENS · RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, HOLIDAY · QUALIFIED HORTICULTURE & DESIGN · FULLY INSURED – FREE QUOTES

0422 431 392

TREE SERVICES

• Fence posts • Hardwood poles • Sleepers • Paling fence timber • Offcuts • Banana props • Drummed molasses • Firewood

Kings Creek, Mullumbimby Mark 6680 4284 / 0427 490 038 Karen 0427 804 284

BYRON BAY FIREWOOD Pickup / Delivery Seasoned Firewood Kindling, bags, trailer, tonnage (up to 30 tonne). Residential and commercial. Prompt and reliable service.

Michael – 0401 739 656

• FULLY INSURED • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES

6684 4421 0402 323 910

SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES • Cherry Picker • Wood Chipper • Stump Grinder • Tree Surgeon • Fully Insured

Mulch Supplies

Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6687 7677 Mobile 0417 698 227

NURSERY CLEARANCE SALE

From Tropicals to Flowering, Succulents and Edibles. Saturday 23 April at 60 Hinchinbrook Rd, Burringbar Pyari – Ph: 0422 735 943 Head Gardener at Crystal Castle

FIREWOOD DELIVERIES ALL YEAR ROUND Supplying commercial, wood fired bakeries, pizza restaurants and residential, combustion stoves, open fires, pot belly, kindling. Various load sizes from 4’x 6’ to 4 ton tipper. PRICES STARTING FROM $95. VOLUME DISCOUNTS.

Matt 0427 172 684

North Coast news daily: www.echonetdaily.net.au

LP RECORDS: good condition, no op shop crap! Ph Matt 0401955052 DISPLAY FRIDGE 1 or 2 door for Liberation Larder at Byron Community Centre. Feeding people in need in Byron Shire. 0435879778 or Liz 0414895441 MASSEY FERG TEA20, KUBOTA tractor in good condition wanted. Ph 66845532

GARAGE SALES ANGLICAN CHURCH MULLUMBIMBY Sat 23 April 8am-1pm. Furn, electrical, tables, baby items, bric-a-brac. Be early for bargains! BYRON FLEA MARKET @ Byron Youth Activity Centre (YAC), 1 Gilmore Cres, 2nd Saturday of each month 8am-1pm. Food, entertainment, vintage & pre-loved bargains. Next market on the 14th May Stalls or rug space avail 0490026840 LENNOX 21 Blue Seas Parade, Sat 8am. Furn, books, kitchen, clothes, appliances OCEAN SHORES 25 Bulgoon Cres, Sat 8am. Moving sale, in/out furniture, art, music instruments, random items OCEAN SHORES 24 Larelar Crt, Sat 8.30am. Tweeney guitar, keyboard, bike, surfboard, clothes, furniture and more

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal 0408 210 772

NEW BRIGHTON 13 North Head Rd. Sat 8-11am. Furniture, building materials, timber, tools, lots of goodies

SUNRISE 2br avail. $200pw, $250pw, inc WiFi/elec. Peaceful rainforest, beach, shops. Call asap 0423507229

BANGALOW RENT-A-SHED Modern & Secure from $130 p/m Elders Real Estate 66871500

SATURDAY 8am-1pm. 15 Childe Street, Byron Bay. Books, CDs, linen, blankets, towels, rugs, yoga mats, bar stools, tools, camping equipment, women's wetsuit size 10, women's shoes and clothes sizes 10-12 (some designer labels), craft and art supplies, and as much of the contents of our shed as you're keen to cart away. We will be safely undercover in case of rain

ROSEBANK fully-furnished 2br + office. Organic farm, solar HW, solar/mains elec. For vegetarian, n/s, no drugs, avail till end June $480pw. Txt only 0403674188

BALLINA SELF-STORAGE UNITS Secure from $16pw. Ph 66867011

MOTOR VEHICLES

SUFFOLK unfurn large room, own toilet, incl bills/WiFi, $260pw. Phone Kay 0499110523. No pets, n/s

CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS

Local reg’d business 66845296 or 66845403 or 0413120970 SUBARU FORESTER 2010 AWD 5-speed manual, dark grey, timing belt service completed, new tyres, 134,000km $17,000. Ph 0499779553 FALCON BF 06 LPG, A1 cond, auto, sedan. Only $3800. Ph 0413851219

BARGAINS

2008 Holden Viva Auto 96396km, stylish wagon, very low km. SN2556 ...............$6250 2004 Toyota Echo Sportivo Manual, 3dr hatch, 74855km, fantastic condition. SN1352 .$5990 2006 Holden Commodore Auto, 7 seater family wagon. SN5030 ..........................$5750 2006 Mazda 6 Auto, 168640km, full service history, low km. SN2864........................$6500 2006 Suzuki APV Van Manual, 87467km, very roomy, full service history. SN4962$8495 1996 Holden VS Ute Hard cover, manual, rego till 9/16. SN2776............................$3990

BARGAINS

ballinacarcentre.com.au

16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA

Ballina Car Centre

DLN 19950

6686 5586 / 0418 676 274

TRACTOR REPAIRS

TRACTOR REPAIRS

Rural Machinery Repair Service old-school repairs, parts & restorations to all makes and models onsite service available workshop 72 Charltons Road Federal

6688 4143 0448 881 942 Chinese tractor repairs are no problem to us

MULLUM TOWN 2br fully-furn funky house, view, $400pw incl WiFi/elect, avail 1/5-28/5. Ph 0410531544

SHARE ACCOM.

ROSEBANK large room for d/f person, beautiful property + water hole, $130pw + bills. Phone 66882187, 0432702522 BYRON LILLI PILLI as new townhouse, prefer female n/s worker. $200pw + bond incl bills. Ph Walt 0418174865 BANGALOW 2 rooms, all bills, WiFi incl $180pw & $220pw. Ph 0473071825 SUNRISE furn room in 3br townhouse, $150pw incl bills. No pets. Ph 66856760

TO LET BANGALOW SELF-STORAGE Hi-tech security. 66872333 BYRON BAY furn 1-2br apart, 2km CBD, walk/bike to beach, peaceful large property on Old Bangalow Rd. Avail soon for 1-3 months, possiby more. $530pw incl bills. 40 photos online. Phone 0401265723 or 66857560 SUFFOLK BEACHSIDE 2br unfurn house, walk to beach & shops, large enclosed gardens, large living spaces, undercover outdoor area, LUG, pets considered. $700pw. Avail 3rd May for 3-4 mths. Refs & 4 wks plus 2 upfront. Ph Elly 0400297122 UPPER MAIN ARM rural property 4br, open plan living, dining, large deck, spectacular river & rainforest setting, est gardens, no pets, long-term, avail May, refs & 4 wks bond $650pw. 66845456 BYRON BAY 3br apartment in complex, DLUG, pool, references required, no pets $700pw. Ph 66809244

LOCAL REMOVAL

& backloads to Brisbane. Friendly, with 10 years local exp. 0409917646 STORAGE From $100/mth. Bangalow. Ph 66872833

REMOVALISTS ANDY’S MOVE & MORE Small & med moves, tip runs. 1 or 2 men at low prices. Byron & Mullum based. Ph 0429149533 BIG & SMALL REMOVAL JOBS Local, affordable, reliable & quick Ph 66845510 or 0402199999

Large three bedroom home, two bathrooms, two living areas + study, double garage, outdoor entertaining & large yard. Outside pets negotiable. $580 per week. Open house Friday 22nd April 2016. 10–10.30am.

FNC Property Management april@fncproperty.com.au

1300 716 707

• DELIVERIES • SMALL MOVES • TIP RUNS 0415 194 654

northernrivers@littlegreentruck.com.au

SHORT TERM ACCOM. FEDERAL 2br f/f home on acreage. Avail 28th April-14th June. $350pw + bills. 2wks advance + bond. Ph 66884402

ECHO CLASSIFIEDS • 66841777

BEAUTIFUL RURAL SETTING 4br house, 15 mins to beach. Suit family. Refs & employed only. Avail 4 May $420pw. Burringbar Valley, pets OK. 0401810941 ROSEBANK fully-furnished 2br + office. Organic farm, solar HW, solar/mains elec. For vegetarian, n/s, no drugs, avail now $450pw + bills. Txt only 0403674188 SUFFOLK PARK APARTMENT One bedroom apartment. Beautiful spot. Quiet street. Separate bedroom. Priv c’yard. Large bthrm with bath. 6/12 mnth lease. Avail now. $365pw. Ph Katie 0497648027 OCEAN SHORES 5br, 1 bthrm, single storey, mobility-access friendly. Outdoor pets considered. $540pw inc garden. Contact Steve 0419464232

ANZAC DAY ECHO

Echo office will be closed Anzac Day Monday 25/4 but you can still email us. Classifieds: classifieds@echo.net.au Ads: adcopy@echo.net.au Echo comes out next Wed as usual MULLUM New 3br home from 10 May. NBN, DLUG. Must be reliable & employed with refs. No pets. $610pw. 0407455212 O.SHORES lge open-plan s/c studio, f/f or p/f, quiet, car space. Suit quiet wkg sgl. Elect water WiFi incl, heater extra. Rustic comfy abode. No pets. Avail May, $285pw, bond. Phone 0404009035 SUFFOLK self-cont loft studio, fully-furn. $250pw + bills. Refs req, 4 wks bond, n/s, working pers only. 0427275925 O.SHORES brand new 3br, 2 bath, DLUG $500pw gas/elect incl. Ph 0404966789 BYRON UNIT 2br, gas cooking, private garden, freshly painted, off-street parking, n/s, $430pw, 12 month lease. Viewing Sat 10-10.30am at 3/78 Broken Head Rd. Phone 0417479755 MULLUM light & sunny, 1 room self-cont studio, drug & alcohol free, workng person pref. $240pw incl WiFi. 0421796529

HELP! EVERYTHING IS LEASED! WE HAVE A LARGE DATABASE OF PROSPECTIVE TENANTS! MORE RENTAL PROPERTIES NEEDED SO CALL US TODAY! Bangalow $620pw Gorgeous character 3b/r fam home in D quiet loc only 5 minSwalk to town, fully E furn, gas cooking, L E A d/washer, lawns included. Avail Now – 6 mths. Bangalow $680pw Brand New 3b/r home with open plan, D polished floors, ens, S Egas cooking & L E A– low maint gardens. entertaining deck Avail Now.

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OCEAN SHORES $380pw, 1 bed, Unit THE POCKET $320pw, 1 bed, Full furnished, Flat SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH $350pw, 2 bed, Downstairs Flat 6 Strand Ave, New Brighton 6680 1594 eldersnewbrighton.com.au

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Ute & Driver from $30

LILLI PILLI 4br, 2 bath. $725pw. Long term lease. Avail 1 May. Txt 0418498747

25 BULGOON CRESCENT, OCEAN SHORES

BUSINESS FOR SALE UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY Green Building Centre + Eco paint shop Established premises, products & customers $170,000 + SAV. See more at seekbusiness.com.au/business-listing/ unique-business-opportunity/241664

BYRON SELF-STORAGE UNITS Clean & secure. Ph 1300762618

Brunswick Heads 2br 1bth $340 2br 1bth $440 2br 1bth $450 Ocean Shores 4br 2bth 2car $480 4br 3bth 2car $600 The Pocket 4br 3bth 2car $695 L.J. Hooker Brunswick Heads 6685 0177 5/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads

Bangalow

Landlords – we have qualified tenants looking for properties in Bangalow and surrounding areas. Please phone us TODAY for an honest appraisal. Broken Head Rd, NEWRYBAR $275 Studio, incl wifi, water, elect, car space, suit single person, Avail NOW Muskwood Pl, BANGALOW $550 3 bed, 2 bath, cul de sac, level yard, lug, Avail 6 May Parrot Tree Pl, BANGALOW $700 3 bed, 2 bath, brand new, pool, lug, Avail 30 April Bannister Court, BANGALOW $700 3 bed, office, 2 bath, high set, carport Avail 25 May Repentance Ck Rd, FEDERAL $900 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 living areas, butlers kitchen, 10 acres, orchard, artist studio 5 mins Fed store, lawns incl, pets neg Avail 26 April For more available rental properties go to

www.eldersbangalow.com.au 19a Byron Street, Bangalow

02 6687 1500

WANTED TO RENT EMPLOYED OLDER COUPLE seeking long-term, chilled, 1-2br place. Around Suffolk, Newrybar, Lennox. Great reliable tenants, exc refs. 66854707 0428105111

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BYRON BAY LOCAL seeking mid to long-term rental. 2br house. 0475416847 PROFESSIONAL needs serenely private 1-2br cottage w/ mains power. Great tenant, refs, long-term. 0481875355 SUPER COOL TENANT SEEKING SUPER COOL LANDLORD Mature, responsible, respectful, child/pet/ drug-free, lifelong local, self-employed woman seeking quality permanent self-contained rental within 15 min of SGB. Open to property caretaking/ management. Excellent rental refs. Lorry 0407622147

TO LEASE BYRON creative work / ofďŹ ce space, $70pcw, incl elect & net. 0431674377

AGRICULTURAL LEASE OPPORTUNITY Workable 2.5 acres available already set up as eco sustainable VYNHUPJ UV[ JLY[PĂ&#x201E; LK THYRL[ garden with infrastructure. 3VUN [LYT SLHZL H]HPSHISL possibility of living onsite. TPU\[LZ [V )`YVU )H`

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WANTED TO LEASE FACTORY BAY in Byron/Northern Rivers area. Medium size, suitable for mechanical repairs. Ph 0410697243 MULLUM shed/garage, in town, with power for screen printing. 0428536598

POSITIONS VACANT ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT We are a young-minded energetic local business in the fashion industry. Seeking a min 3+ years exp accounts assist, conďŹ dence with debtors, creditors & payroll. Xero software exp preferable. To ďŹ ll maternity leave position for 12 months, potential for permanency. Email: employment@thelocalegroup.com.au

We are looking for reliable, happy people with a strong hospitality background and a great work ethic to join our team for evening service. â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum 3 years experience in a busy cafe environment â&#x20AC;˘ Current NSW RSA â&#x20AC;˘ Immediate start â&#x20AC;˘ 30+ hours, 3pm-11pm â&#x20AC;˘ Award pay â&#x20AC;˘ Strong coffee/food/wine & cocktail knowledge essential â&#x20AC;˘ Must be available nights, weekends, all public holidays. No Travellers please Please email resume to byronbayfresh@gmail.com

WARNING The Department of Fair Trading has warned people to be very careful about responding to advertisements offering work at home. Readers should be wary if asked to pay money upfront for employment opportunities and never send money to a post ofďŹ ce box RESTAURANT MANAGER for Cicchetti Byron Bay. Join the enthusiastic team. Min 5 years exp in a management role. Must have exp planning menus and special events, signiďŹ cant knowledge & exp in wines and Italian cuisine, able to work on weekends and ďŹ&#x201A;exible with hours. Fulltime position. Sommelier training is an asset. Email: admin@cicchetti.com.au MODELS 18+ years required. Nude female for Picture and People magazines. No experience required. All shapes and sizes. Backpackers welcome. Good money. Professional accredited photographer. Ph 0413627846

QualiďŹ ed Cook We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and fully qualiďŹ ed chef to join the great team at Byron Fresh Attention to detail is a must, as is demonstrated culinary expertise. We want someone with creativity and passion to help us produce innovative dishes and enhance the overall dining experience for our customers. â&#x20AC;˘ 3 years kitchen exp â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Food safety and OH&S knowledge â&#x20AC;˘ Available weekends & P/hols Please email resume to byronbayfresh@gmail.com

Operations Manager Youth Bush Adventure Therapy Programs Based in Mullumbimby. 2 days/week. Responsibilities include: day to day operations, financial, legal, operational and legislative compliance of our newly establishing NFP organisation. Enthusiasm, independence, demonstrable managerial experience in similar role and relevant post-grad tertiary qualifications are required. For more details and to how to apply: www.humannature.com.au

Customer Service OfďŹ cer required for immediate start ReTone â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Byron Bay Industrial Estate â&#x20AC;˘ Strong conďŹ&#x201A;ict resolution skills and the ability to deal calmly and professionally with potentially difďŹ cult customers â&#x20AC;˘ Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy â&#x20AC;˘ Strong work ethic, motivated and reliable â&#x20AC;˘ Relevant experience essential

Please call Free on 02 6639 5024

SENIOR WAITPERSON For busy Brunswick Heads restaurant. Approx 15-30hr/wk. Must have 3-5yrs exp & RSA. Must be avail night times, weekends & summer season. No travellers or party people please. richard@stickyďŹ ngerspizzeria.com.au MASSEUSE REQUIRED reliable & friendly for Gentlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relaxation Centre. 18+. Training provided for the right applicant. Gold Coast. 0418185791

BARISTA

COFFEE SHOP iN MULLUM Experienced & local only. 0431428108 BYRON BAY BARISTA SCHOOL $99 Barista Course. Ph 0417760599

GARDEN/GROUNDS MAINTENANCE Established large gardens/acreage. 2 days per week. Hedging, brushcutting, weed control/spraying, gen gardening, light chainsaw work & some mowing. Experienced, strong & reliable. Horticulture experience pref. Federal. CV/outline to: lindag@vtown.com.au ICT and Project Management Teacher Full-time VET teacher position to plan, design, deliver, assess, develop, moderate & validate ICT & ICT Project Management programs. Experience with eLearning, ICT project management, collaboration platforms, VET compliance & working with international students. Please email resume & cover letter to: HR@envirotech.edu.au

Cape Byron Rudolf Steiner School Wellbeing Worker Part time (1 day per week) The Wellbeing Worker works closely with the Senior Wellbeing Worker to holistically support the social and emotional development and wellbeing of children, young people and adults, within our school community. CBRSS is a Kâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12 school dedicated to the educational principles inspired by Rudolf Steiner. The position is 1 day per week (preferably Tuesday), 8.30am till 3.30pm, term time only, commencing early term 2, 2016. Please submit your application addressing the essential criteria accompanied by a CV with two referees to: hr@capebyronsteiner.nsw.edu.au. Applications close Wednesday 27 April, 4pm. Position Description and Application Process available at www.capebyronsteiner.nsw.edu.au.

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Telesales ReTone â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Byron Bay Industrial Estate Seeking inside sales rep with: â&#x20AC;˘ Strong verbal communication skills. â&#x20AC;˘ A well developed ability to establish and manage client relationships. â&#x20AC;˘ Desire to build relationships with businesses and manage your own customer base. Working hours: Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday 8.45 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2.45pm Base of $2,300 per month plus generous commission Call Chris on 6639 5020 to arrange an interview.

Registered Nurse â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mullumbimby (Byron Hinterland)

CHEF Does dealing with the best seafood & working in a professional, fun kitchen interest you? Do you want to work in the most awarded restaurant in regional Australia? Fins is hiring. Ph 66744833 Email: dining@ďŹ ns.com.au FLOOR STAFF â&#x20AC;&#x201C; HELIX CAFE Bangalow. Friendly, ďŹ&#x201A;exible, exp. Must have RSA & be avail weekdays. justin@helixcafe.com.au or 0438061108 GOOD DRIVERS WANTED NOW Shifts avail for taxis & hire cars. Training provided. Min 12 month Aust Licence required. Email: info@byronbaytaxis.com

Paid Position as a Face-to-Face Fundraiser. Work with our team fundraising for rainforest charities. Experience preferred but not essential as training is provided. Phone 0422 862 896 or email work@therainforestproject.orgÂ

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER Communications Agency Short term contract for a gun admin person. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Need strong experience with Excel and Word. Event support desirable. 20â&#x20AC;&#x201C;30 hours/week, immediate start until end end of June. Central Byron based ofďŹ ce. Send one page CV to admin@89degreeseast.com by April 27.

Expressions of interest to run courses in the following areas: â&#x20AC;˘ Mushroom growing â&#x20AC;˘ Pottery â&#x20AC;˘ French â&#x20AC;˘ Ayurveda â&#x20AC;˘ Raw foods â&#x20AC;˘ Wood turning â&#x20AC;˘ Bush tucker â&#x20AC;˘ Social media â&#x20AC;˘ Cake decorating â&#x20AC;˘ Blogging â&#x20AC;˘ Natural dyeing â&#x20AC;˘ Cooking â&#x20AC;˘ Music We are also open to other course ideas. Applicants must have experience in their ďŹ eld and a passion for sharing their knowledge. Email resume and course ideas to admin@byroncollege.org.au by Friday 29th April.

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Property Manager to join our team. Key requirements ¡ Current CertiďŹ cate of Registration ¡ Minimum 2 years experience ¡ High level of customer service ¡ Self motivated ¡ Position 2/3 days per week Remuneration and bonus structure commensurate with experience. All applications treated in the strictest of conďŹ dentiality. Email or Call Julie-Ann Manahan Licensee/Principal 0411 081 118

Ocean Shores.

6680 5000 rh.com.au/oceanshores oďŹ&#x192;ce@oceanshores.rh.com.au

Tuesday 26th April

â&#x20AC;˘ Acoustic guitar - part two

Thursday 28th April â&#x20AC;˘ Tech savvy seniors

Wednesday 27th April

â&#x20AC;˘ Computer basics â&#x20AC;˘ Acoustic guitar - beginners

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

Enrol now 02 6684 3374 www.byroncollege.org.au

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For further information about this role please visit our website at www.catholichealthcare.com.au or contact our Recruitment Team on 1800 024 540. Apply online now or email your resume to hr@chcs.com.au Closing Date: Monday, 2 May 2016. Successful applicants will be required to complete relevant pre-employment check, provide evidence of right to work in Australia, and be subject to a three-month probation period.

www.catholichealthcare.com.au

WORK WANTED

IRONING SERVICE

Hate ironing? Want more free time? Suffolk Park $25/hr. Angela 0414719680 EXPERIENCED HORTICULTURIST for all aspects of gardening. Ph 0429020215 LOCAL REMOVALIST Happy to move big, small & in between. Ph 0402199999 QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN Small jobs okay. Phone Nik 0411146980 NSW Lic No 237020C

HANDYMAN

Building & renos. Paul 0423852559 HOUSECLEANER Caring & experienced. Ph 66847247

TUITION FRENCH â&#x20AC;˘ ITALIAN â&#x20AC;˘ GERMAN Eva 66846760 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au HSC CHEMISTRY 30yrs qual teacher. Individual or group sessions. Phone Geoff 0401320351 or lennoxchem@gmail.com

SINGING

Prof tuition, highly regarded teacher / performer / recording artist Parissa Bouas. Ph 0421330766 MATHEMATICS TUTOR QualiďŹ ed teacher with 30 yrs experience grades 3 to 10. Ph John 0452260595 ENGLISH qualified & exp writer & educator, all levels. Megan 0421736419

George Urbaszek Now Teaching Bass in Ocean Shores Phone 6680 2854

www.creativebasslessons.com

For beginners from 3rd of May onwards. Private Tuition also available. Phone Erica on 0435 635 822 QUALIFIED ITALIAN TEACHER

MUSICAL NOTES LEARNING GUITAR OR DRUMS? Like rock/heavy metal? 50 something bass learner seeks wannabe heavy rockers to practise and jam with. North of shire preferred. Call Iain 0422010732 ORCH string, wind, players/composers wanted. Soundscape, improv. 66803447 rodmurraymusic@yahoo.com.au PIANO TUNER Restorer, repairer & retailer since 1981. Ph Dr Fred Cole 0412216019 or www.specialtypianos.com.au

BIRTHDAYS

Coolamon Villa, located in Mullumbimby in the Byron Hinterland, is our 55-bed residential aged care community offering high and low care places in a home-like environment. We are seeking Registered Nurses as above to join our friendly and dedicated team to provide care and support to our residents.

Term 2 courses starting soon...

* 4 nights per week * Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed. * Full time salary. * $65 000 year. * Suffolk Bakery. Minimum 5 years experience. Resume to janesean1@bigpond.com 0434 388 864

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REASON, George Spencer Passed away at The Tweed Hospital on Thursday 14th April 2016 after a short illness, aged 79 years. Loving Husband of Yah. Beloved Brother of John Allan REASON and Albert James REASON. Relatives and friends are invited to attend George’s Funeral Service to be held at The Richmond Chapel, Parkview Funeral Home, 43 Holland Street, Goonellabah at 12.00pm on Thursday 21st April 2016. Followed by private cremation. Parkview Funeral Home Ballina 1800 809 336.

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Roxy is a 3-year-old desexed female Jack Russell terrier. She is a typical JR with lots of energy, good with children and other dogs. If you can give Roxy a permanent, loving home please contact the Friends of the Pound Rehoming Centre on 07 5524 8590 or Pam on 0421 017 461. Visit friendsoftthepound.com to view other dogs and cats looking for a home. If you can give Jet a permanent, loving home please contact the Friends of the Pound Rehoming Centre on 07 5524 8590 or Pam on 0421 017 461. Visit friendsofthepound.com to view other dogs and cats looking for a home.

‘The Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody was set up very hastily… We ended up being set up to investigate the wrong question… The question we were set to investigate was really were police and prison officers killing Aboriginals, and the real question was why were so many Aboriginal people being put in jail?’ Gary Oliver, CEO of Aboriginal Legal Service NSW/ ACT (ALS), says these comments from commissioner judge Hal Wootten in 2012 are still relevant today. ‘Aboriginal people make up a very small percentage of the total population, yet Aboriginal people make up some 30 per cent of people in NSW prisons and juvenile detention centres, and nearly 20 per cent in prisons and detention centres in the ACT,’ Mr Oliver said. ‘These statistics are concerning given the steady decrease in crime rates over the last twenty years. Even more concerning considering the statistics are at odds with one of the key recommendations of the Royal Commission, that imprisonment be a last resort. ‘If we look at young people, there are a number of

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options available to police to ensure that arrest is the last resort. That includes cautions, warnings, cooling off periods, infringement notices and the ability to present a CAN in the field. ‘And yet Aboriginal kids continue to be taken into police custody for matters which do not warrant custodial penalties. ‘In NSW detention centres, over half the kids are Aboriginal.

Incarceration ‘The hyper-incarceration of black people not only in NSW but across the country suggests the lessons from the Royal Commission have not been learnt. ‘Aboriginal people across the state and country are more visible to police. As Pat Dodson says, they’re more likely to be stopped, arrested, charged, and more likely to go to jail. This suggests legislators have not learnt from the past. ‘Just the other day in front of one of our 23 offices, six uniformed and undercover police stopped an Aboriginal young man, searched him, and finally told him to “move on”. ‘At the same time as hyper-

incarceration is occurring, Indigenous legal services and other legal assistance service organisations set up to assist our country’s most disadvantaged people are being bled of funding. ‘Next year alone the Australian government is reducing the ALS budget by some $1.028 million, a drop of six per cent. That’s a loss of key staff from the frontline and we estimate some 4,800 Aboriginal men, women and children will miss out on legal assistance.

Harassment ‘Aboriginal Legal Service was established in 1970 by Aboriginal people to ensure representation before the courts as a direct response to ongoing, targeted and indiscriminate police harassment of individuals. ‘If funding is withdrawn, the potential loss of frontline positions may exacerbate the already grave problem of Aboriginal over-representation in custody. ‘The Custody Notification Service (CNS) was a recommendation of the Royal Commission and it has been doing the job. This is evidenced by the fact there have been no Aboriginal deaths in

police cell custody in NSW since the ALS Custody Notification Service – a 24-hour phone line providing early legal advice and a welfare check – began. ‘But what about the other recommendations not yet implemented? ‘Aspects of the recommendations have been picked up, but on the whole they have not been introduced systemically across all jurisdictions. For example, the decriminalisation of minor offences, which includes, public drunkenness (Recommendation 79), offensive language (Recommendation 86), and fine default (Recommendations 120 & 121). ‘We need to rethink our law and order and particularly policing models and invest in local communities where crime is occurring, fast. ‘Our backing of a justice reinvestment trial in Bourke is one way we hope to help convince governments the current approach is just not working. ‘We are incredibly fearful for our children, and what the future may hold as more and more of them are taken out of society and locked behind bars,’ said Mr Oliver.

Government support needed for regional and low-SES university students In the lead-up to the federal budget, the Regional Universities Network (RUN) is urging the government to continue to support the increased participation and success of regional and low-socio-economic status (SES) students at university via dedicated funding programs. The Chair of RUN, Professor Jan Thomas, said that a consistent policy approach was needed to encourage regional Australians to undertake higher education. ‘Recently, changes were made to Youth Allowance to provide financial support to more regional students to attend university. ‘This initiative works in a complementary way with programs in the education portfolio which assist regional students, many of whom are from low socio-economic status or first-in-family, to undertake higher education,’ Professor Thomas said. ‘The Higher Education Partnerships and Participation Program (HEPPP),

designed to increase and support the participation in higher education of students from low-SES backgrounds at university, funds outreach and aspiration-raising programs to schools and community groups, as well as a range of other activities. ‘This includes special projects to support improved student outcomes, student engagement and enhancing the student experience. RUN universities have been particularly successful in attracting funding for priority projects from this program. ‘Government support and recognition for quality university teaching, currently through the Office of Learning and Teaching and potentially through a new entity in the future, is vital to promote student success at regional universities. ‘Teaching and learning is of great importance to us – while we excel at supporting our students in higher education, our endeavours must be recognised, encouraged

and supported by appropriate programs, projects and awards. ‘Adequate funding for projects must be available to help ensure that our universities are able to address the issues of importance to our student cohort. It is also important to balance the recognition and reward of research in our universities. ‘While we recognise that the federal budget is under pressure, and we continue to commit our own funding to support student success, we are unable to provide enough support to adequately address the significant need in regional Australia for greater participation by regional students at university. ‘The regions, including regional cities and towns, need more highly skilled professionals to develop an innovative economy for the good of the nation as a whole. ‘It is vital that we continue to be assisted by a range of government programs to fully realise this ambition.’

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Papists punish sinful Devils in season opener Story & photo John Campbell

It is a painful thing to watch a side self-destruct. But that is exactly what those of us who made the road trip to Lismore had to endure on Sunday as the Red Devils did their very best to present two competition points on a platter to Marist Brothers in the opening round of the NRRRL. In the higher-education course of Rugby League #101 there is a lesson that must never be forgotten, viz: possession is nine-tenths of the law. If you cannot control the ball and hang on to it for at least fifty per cent of the duration, you will inevitably find yourself up that smelly creek without a paddle. For the record, Byron Bay was defeated by Marist Brothers to the tune of 46–24 at Lismore’s Crozier Field on the weekend. Not to put too

Ryan O’Connell and Joey Gordon appeal to ref for a penalty at Crozier Field on Sunday.

fine a point on it, it was an inauspicious season opener for the Devils, but the score is not a true indication of the contest. Until the later stages the boys were well in the hunt and, to give them their dues, they never turned it up. There

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is no shame in losing if you have a dig – all they need do now, as a matter of urgency, is work on the finer points of their execution. Our unending Indian summer was still ablaze when hostilities were em-

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barked upon. The Brothers looked to have a bigger side, with a few extremely beefy blokes in the forwards. But they were also less agile, and the Devils’ superior mobility might have proved to be an advantage in the sweaty con-

ditions. Indeed, in the opening exchanges it appeared that the behemoths in Blueand-Gold would struggle to go with their more fleet-offoot visitors, as deft passes from Joey ‘the General’ Gordon on the right edge and probing runs from Toby ‘Maguire’ Ryan lit up pathways to the goal-line. Penalties saw to it that the home side got the pill just where and when they needed it, however, and before you knew it they were ahead 10–0. Not for the first time in his unstinting career, the Bay’s captain, Ryan ‘the Crab’ O’Connell, now bearded and wearing the number nine, squirted over from dummyhalf and shortly afterwards shot a between-the-legs torpedo pass to send the vigorous Toby ‘Maguire’ Ryan over in the corner. The Bay were ahead 12–10, but on the back of another penalty the Papists

regained the lead to go to the sheds at 16–12. The ref pinged Byron at the very first tackle after the resumption and Marist scored. It was ‘good night, nurse’ from then on as the Devils found themselves playing catch-up football, with all of the unforced errors that that usually provokes. A couple of well-deserved tries to irrepressible full-back Haydon ‘Rupert’ Rosenbaum – one off a sweet inside ball from half-back Tobin ‘Bronze’ Cupples – kept us all hoping for the best. Behind by only four with plenty of time to go, the Devils still might have got the job done. But to the victor goes the spoils – Marist Brothers stuck to their patterns and with fewer mistakes and a more controlled performance they won in a canter. The Devils are at home this Sunday – get behind them, they’re good value.

Suffolk Shapes up Rachael Shea

Jade Bianchetti and Mailligh Parker and the girls from the ‘Dogs continue their unbeaten record this season with a 17–0 result against Tintenbar on the weekend. Photo Maralyn Hanigan.

A huge event for the Magpies – to get an under-17s team together, and to be playing in the AFLQ Gold Coast league. First game at Cavanbah Centre is 6.30pm this Friday against Casino. Photo Lorissa Barrett.

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Rams reserves flanker Nolan Pierce battles a tough Thistles defence.

Winter soccer, arguably the most exciting and unpredictable competition in the northern rivers, has not disappointed this weekend. Suffolk Park men’s 6th division, starting the match from bottom of the table, proudly unseated the top of the list, Lismore Thistles, in a nail-biting endto-end sprinting match that resulted in a 4–3 win. With only ten players for the last 20 minutes of the game, owing to an injury, it was a strong team effort. Goal of the match goes to Ricardo Junio Ribeiro, whose magical strike seemed to defy the laws of time and space and left onlookers gaping. Sunday saw SPFC Women’s third division fighting back with some elegant passing, following a penalty that resulted from goalie Seraya Austin accidentally hugging an opponent, but were disappointed at full time after a disallowed goal saw them 2–1 down. Improving form,

Graeme ‘Smudge’ Smith before he did his hammie. Photo Pauline Lévêque

and a new face – Sam Brown – in the role of sweeper, gave a taste of the potential of this team’s future. SPFC Men’s third division put together a good team performance, with a couple of unfortunate early-season injuries including a fractured collar-bone for player Cory Sleep, who will be sorely missed during his recovery. Special mention to Flynn Brown, who scored the win-

ner via a free kick from some distance, after running hard all game. SPFC Men’s first grade continued their untarnished start to the season; goals from Cesar Fernandes, Eugenio Rovira and Marc Garcia sealed a 3–2 win. This match saw the return of Felipe Prandini, who was key to the match, along with promising debuts from Taha Belaazziz and Gabriele Parigi.

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Main Arm meeting Public meeting organised by Main Rural Residents Association on Saturday April 23, 2–4 pm at Kohinur Hall,Upper Main Arm. The draft Byron Rural Land Use Strategy is projecting new housing developments in both Main Arm (320 houses )and The Pocket.( 320 houses). Get informed.Submissions to Council close May 20. Phone 6684 5390.

Street stall Anglican Women’s Guild street stall Friday 22 April from 8.30am outside the Op Shop, 32 Burringbar Street, Mullumbimby. Delicious home-baked and home-grown produce.

U3A Brunswick Valley U3A Brunswick Valley Tues 26 April, 10am–12, Uniting Church Hall, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads. Des Wann talks about ‘Little Girls, Big Girls’, a unique and absorbing presentation on classical music. Phone 6685 1732.

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Paying off fines You can work at the Mullum Community Garden to pay off your traffic infringement fine. The government recognises this type of work as worth $30 an hour. Come to the Garden Wednesday or Friday, 9am–1pm, and speak with Sue.

Neighbourhood Centre Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre presents: Mondays – Toddler Time 9.30–11.15am; Feldenkrais gentle exercise from 9.30am courtyard; Lunch 12–2pm, Board games in the courtyard. Tuesdays – Cuppa Tea Choir and ukulele from 9.30 Hub; Lunch 12–2pm, Extreme Knitting 2pm. Wednesdays – Spirit of Chi Gong 9.30am courtyard; Jammm session Hub from 10am all day; Lunch 12–2pm; Soup Kitchen 5pm. Thursdays – Express Yourself Art as therapy from 10.30am courtyard; Nature Walk with Eugene 9.30am sharp. Everyone welcome! Please call Renae for further info on 6684 1286.

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

Meditation Bay Insight Meditation with Radha Nicholson and friends Tuesdays at Suffolk Park Hall, 7.30–9pm. All welcome. Please bring a cushion. Evening supported by dana (donation). Buddhist meditation teaching and practice now at the Living Yoga Sanga, first floor, 63 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby, 6–7.30pm, Mondays. Contact Mishaela on 0438 858 842 or mishaela@ si.org.au. Dzogchen Meditation Group – 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each

Byron Sophia Byron Sophia Philosophical Group: Journey into Myth – Conversation between Peter Thompson & James Cowan, Thursday 21 April, 1–3pm, at Masonic Centre, Byron Bay. Info: Celia 6684 3623.

Church garage sale Anglican Church garage sale, Stuart Street, Saturday 23 April, 8am– 1pm, baby items, tables, electrical, day-bed.

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in honour of Jacqui Lute, who died in January 2014. Please visit: www. facebook.com/jacquilute.

U3A Ballina/Byron At our next meeting at 10am on 26/4/16 in the meeting room of the RSL Mullumbimby we welcome Margaret James. She has worked with Indigenous education for twelve years and is the author of many books including Honey Ant Readers. All welcome. Enquiries 6680 7350.

Health & Consciousness

The Mullumbimby Uniting Church Op Shop super summer sale, Saturday 23 April, 8am–12pm. All welcome to come in and check out the $1 adult & 50¢ kids clothing racks. Morning tea provided.

Sacred Life at Crabbes Creek runs regular Kirtan chants on Tuesdays at 6pm and Aspects of Awakening meditations on Wednesdays, also at 6pm. RSVP is essential. By donation. Phone 0479 123 272 or visit www.sacredlife. net.au.

Ocean Shores Art Expo

Moon viewing

Attention all artists! The 2016 theme for the Ocean Shores Art Expo is ‘What Matters?’ Details for entering at www. osartexpo.com. Online entry forms available next month.

View the planet Jupiter and craters on the moon close up! Join Marie and Philip for their regular first-quarter moon telescope viewing at Brunswick Heads on Thursday 21 April at The Terrace near the road bridge from about 6pm. It’s FREE. Enquiries 0413 779 223.

Community picnic A community picnic will be held on Anzac Day, Monday 25 April 11am at Anzac Memorial Park, Brunswick Heads, where the Reflections Memorial Mosaic Seat has been installed. Everyone is welcome. Bring a picnic (if you wish). The seat was created

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month at Brunswick Heads Community Centre. Contact Katie 0417 798 726 or qld@shenpenaustralia.org for more info. Mindfulness Meditation with Pairoj Brahma, Melli O’Brien and Heather Albrecht Every Tuesday 7.15–9pm at the yurt, Temple Byron (www.templebyron.com). No fees, contact 0423 241 916, 401 359 559. www.themindfulnesssummit.com.

body else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups meetings held Fridays 2pm. Uniting Church Bangalow – 1300 252 666 www.al-anon.alateen.org/australia

No-interest loans Byron Community No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS) is a not-for-profit community program providing people on low incomes with safe, fair interestfree loans of up to $1,000 for purchasing essential goods and services. Contact the Byron Community Centre to find out more.

Budgeting Support Money Matters is a free service helping people identify where their money is going, how best to save and, most importantly, how to get on top of bills! Contact the Byron Community Centre to make an appointment; private sessions run every Monday afternoon.

Bush School Each Thursday during term time the Brunswick Bush School takes kids 6–13 years out into the bush to learn, grow and connect with each other. Facebook: Brunswick Bush School and email: brunsbushschool@gmail.com.

Saturday 7 May, Bangalow Old Boys Rugby Minifest at the Bowling Club, Bangalow. All old rugby or nonrugby players are welcome. Ring John 0409 078 207.

Men’s Groups Complete Men regular fortnightly men’s groups in both Byron and Mullum. Call Tim Fisk 0422 508 533.

End-of-life choices Voluntary euthanasia options are discussed at meetings held quarterly on the Gold Coast. Phone Elaine 55808215

Repair Cafe Mullumbimby’s Repair Cafe at the Mullumbimby campus of Byron Community College in Burringbar Street on Saturdays 9am till 12 noon. Volunteers will be there to help you fix things that might otherwise end up in the tip, or to advise how it might be done.

Lone Goat Gallery International Women by Yvonne Fenech runs till Wednesday 27 April. Brightly coloured, dramatic portraits of women.

Touch football For the past 15 years, every Tuesday and Friday morning at 8.45am, there has been a touch football game played at the Byron Recreational Grounds. The game attracts players of all levels, and ages range from 10 to 70. All players welcome and encouraged, no matter skill level or fitness. All you need is a pair of running shoes.

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Drug support groups Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the shire – www.aa.org.au. Are you experiencing difficulties and challenges because of the alcohol or drug use of someone close to you? Learn coping skills and gain support from others. Confidential meetings in Byron Bay 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month, upstairs at 75 Jonson Street (stairs beside Westpac Bank). Phone Jane 0410 494 933 Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. For information and meetings call 6680 7280. Are you concerned about some-

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Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby Charity Golf Day, 24 April, start 12 noon, sponsored by Tony Carsburg Holden, supporting Callay Ryan, our Personality Queen raising funds for medical research. For booking phone Pro Shop 6684 1688.

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Wed 27 April 2016 6.30pm at the CourtHouse Hotel, Mullumbimby Ngara-institute. Entry – Suggested donation $10 Music by Amir Paiss. Delicious, healthy Courthouse meals available from 5.30pm

Digital Skill Share Digital Skill Share Byron Bay, three days of workshops for activists and people working for a better world, 3–5 May. http://actionskills.org/byron2016.

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RSL Women’s Auxiliary RSL Women’s Auxiliary of Mullumbimby will be selling Anzac Day badges on Friday April 22 from 8.30am at Mullumbimby Newsagent. 4.30pm, Saturday 9.30am–12.30pm. Volunteers needed, enq Liz 6684 2622 nights. Mullumbimby Seventh-Day Adventist Op Shop opens Monday – Thursday 10am-3.30pm, Friday 9am – 2pm and third Sunday of the month 10am-2pm.

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

Lions Club Interested in making new friends and helping our community? Lions Club of Brunswick Mullumbimby meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7pm Ocean Shores Country Club. More information President Joan Towers 0400 484 419.

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Uniting Church Op Shop, Dalley St, Mullumbimby – open each Saturday 8am–12 noon. Byron Bay Anglican Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–1pm. Volunteers needed. Enq Jeni: 6685 7816 or 0439 344 281. Anglican Church Mullumbimby Op Shop opens Monday to Friday 9am–

Food Box Thursdays 9.30–11.30am at Uniting Church, Mullumbimby. If you have any sort of Centrelink card you may purchase cheap food, obtain free veges, and enjoy a cuppa. C3 Care Byron Bay Food Care – log on to www.c3byronbay.com to see if you are eligible, or call 6680 8872.

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Museums Brunswick Valley Historical Society Inc Museum at corner of Myocum & Stuart Sts Mullumbimby open every Friday 10am–12 noon and market Saturdays 9am–1pm. Discover your local history. Bangalow Museum & Tea Room open Tuesday-Friday 10am-3pm, Cnr Ashton & Deacon Sts Bangalow. Volunteers sought, please contact the museum 6687 2183.

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1. A nonsense about 51 – eliminate! (7) DOWN 1. Eliminate, annul (7) 2. Signes of zero convenience (5) 2. Signs, portents (5) 3. Furious about cut off wireless – 3. Illuminate, emit rays (9) brighten up! (9) 4. Long thin fish (4) 4. Parramatta decapitates cads (4) 5. Document identifying an 5. Official document, a step to the international traveller (8) game (8) 6. Start, attack (5) 6. Attack running group (5) 7. Not living, spiritless (9) 7. Silly about single carpet – it’s dead! (9) 8. Uncharged particle in the atomic nucleus (7) 8. Route is destroyed between navy and north – it’s part of 1 and 28! (7) 14. Pompous, high-sounding but insincere (9) 14. Overblown weapon – like, titch! (9) 16. Uninterested, lacking emotion (9) 16. A way to quote back, without emotion (9) 17. Entrepreneur, especially in theatre and cinema (8) 17. Entrepreneur somehow makes record up (8) 18. Rigorously simple, like the customs of a city on Southern Greece (7) 18. Box and spank – that is classically disciplined! (7) Last week’s solution N120 20. Skittle, proverbially 20. Skittle Anais, A S S U M P T I O N Z E N O easy to knock holding one W E A E P S M B over (7) new record (7) A S P I R I N E R A S E R S R T C S N I N E 22. Snow leopard 22. Big cat, light E X E C U T I V E N A D I R (5) weight (5) M S O R T V 24. Faith originating 24. Expression of L I B R A N O S T A L G I A in Persia contempt over U E U U R N stressing the first class belief C A R T R I D G E G I A N T oneness of system (4’1) R E E P U T humanity (4’1) 25. Impolite, bit E Q U A L S L A P S T I C K sounds sorry T L I C U T T N 25. Impolite, coarse (4) about it (4) I N T R U D E L E I S U R E U R S N E N D E S C A T S T U T T E R E R S

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Backlash Byron Council’s latest shot at a rural land use strategy has got folks in the hills riled up with plans to dramatically increase density in isolated pockets customarily cut off by flooding. The Main Rural Residents Association has organised a public meeting for Saturday April 23, 2–4pm at Kohinur Hall. More info: 6684 5390. Q Q Q Q

The Coastal Risk Australia beta website coastalrisk.com. au has been flooded – appropriately – with interest in its maps of predicted sea-level rise resulting from climate change by the year 2100. Byron Bay is one of the featured sites and it doesn’t look too good for the integrity of the Gang of Five’s Belongil Seawall in 84 years’ time. Q Q Q Q

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Kudos to Fair Trading for busting up distributors of dodgy USB chargers with fake brand names. Recent raids in Sydney netted 11,000 suspect phone accessories. There are plenty of companies selling accessories, phones and computers online that purport to be based in Australia but are really operating out of Hong Kong or mainland China. All or part of the product may be unauthentic and dangerous. If the deal is too good to be true, it probably is, so check reviews of the sites or stick to the major distributors and manufacturers which are likely to honour consumer law. And review your rights at fairtrading.nsw.gov.au. Q Q Q Q

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Local band Drop Legs felt the heat of the law recently when they were pepper-sprayed after a gig in Sydney and had their van searched. This was just after Triple J aired their track Criminal protesting

The Vikings invaded the Shire last Saturday to celebrate the 40th birthdays of Bec and Kasper, owners of Byron Bay Camping and Disposals Store, which just had its tenth birthday. The couple’s Danish background helped lend the party authenticity.

against the current drug-test laws. Last time we looked it was number 3 in the Unearthed charts. Catch up with the lads at facebook.com/ lamezclacrew. Q Q Q Q

‘Coal Consumption Affecting Climate. The furnaces of the world are now burning about 2,000,000,000 tons of coal a year. When this is burned, uniting with oxygen, it adds about 7,000,000,000 tons of

carbon dioxide to the atmosphere yearly. This tends to make the air a more effective blanket for the earth and to raise its temperature. The effect may be considerable in a few centuries.’

If you’re about to embark on the perilous path of divorce, Legal Aid NSW has an information webinar which may take away some of the angst. It is scheduled for April 27 1111.30am and you can register at http://bit.ly/1oApDYl. According to Legal Aid, ‘Every year more than 25,000 people in NSW get divorced, and many of them don’t know what to do, or what the process involves.’ That comment probably applies to a lot of marriages in the first place. Q Q Q Q

While it has emerged that fossil-fuel corporations have been conspiring to hide knowledge of the impact of their products on climate since the 1960s at least, it turns out the problem was recognised 50 years earlier. A volunteer at the Braidwood Museum recently found this note in a July 1912 issue of The Braidwood Dispatch:

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