The Byron Shire Echo – Issue 34.37 – February 19, 2020

C O M M U N I T Y A R T P R OJ E C T S I N C E 1 9 8 6 The Byron Shire Echo • Volume 34 #37 • Wednesday, February 19, 2020 • www.echo.net.au

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The ‘current strong business and employment growth’ of the region is driving Council’s push to open up large contentious rural land for future development. Plans to rezone around 40 hectares of rural lands for commercial and potential residential use in Byron Shire will be again thrashed out at the upcoming Council meeting on February 20 in the Mullum chambers. While the controversial Business and Industrial Lands Strategy was adopted on December 12, 2019, independent Crs Catherine Coorey and Basil Cameron, along with Labor’s Cr Jan Hackett, have lodged a motion to rescind the strategy. They want to remove the controversial Saddle Road precinct and redraft the strategy to include an ‘overarching servicing and delivery framework’ and growth scenarios, among other issues. Greens mayor Simon Richardson and Labor’s Paul Spooner inexplicably voted for its adoption, despite voting against a similar large-scale rezoning strategy while in opposition during the Council 2012–2016 term. Like the previous Rural Land Use Strategy (DRLUS) in 2016, the current plan is fraught with geographical constraints, has raised concerns in government agencies and contain late inclusions that lacked public comment. Both Crs Richardson and Spooner reject the question of hypocrisy, given their support of this new policy, now they are in power. If adopted Thursday, land around the Byron Central Hospital may

be rezoned and staff will be given powers to approve ‘spot rezonings’. Cr Coorey told The Echo if the strategy is approved, ‘It says to our community that we know better than all the data we have, the business community that we consulted, the findings of the consultants we asked to advise us, and the broader community who made submissions’.Â

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žĆ?ĂŤÇ” ſĕşĹ&#x;ĹżĆ? ŞƖĕƆĆ?ÄśĹ&#x;Ĺ•Ä•ÄŽ Within the upcoming agenda, chief Council planner Shannon Burt claims, ‘A parcel’s inclusion in [the] strategy does not automatically mean it will be zoned for business or industry.’ It’s a claim that has been repeated by the mayor and Cr Sarah Ndiaye, yet is rejected by former Greens mayor and NSW MLC, Jan Barham. Burt is yet to reply to The Echo’s question of how Council can prevent a developer – who has land flagged under this policy – from lodging large DAs before the NSW planning panel or the courts. Barham is also critical of Burt’s report in the agenda and its justifications. Further to concerns that councillors are ignoring process, local Greens MP Tamara Smith has told The Echo that such a strategy is ‘putting the cart before the horse’ in terms of strategic planning. She says, ‘Before the 2019 state election, I called for a pause on rezoning land in Byron Shire until sufficient long term and strategic planning was completed. ‘This was similar to what the member for Ryde and Ryde Council â–ś Continued on page 2

Pictured are Cupid & the Stupids, who were just one of the acts who performed at Byron Surf Fest, held last weekend. Fest director, James McMillan, told The Echo, ‘It was a really successful weekend, blessed with perfect weather and surf after two weeks of 500mm of rain. Everyone was so stoked to be outdoors surfing, seeking and celebrating all things surf culture. The local community, as well as Hawaiian, Japanese, French and Brazilian surfers and artists joined in on the BBSF ten-year anniversary festival at Wategos beach and Byron Bay Brewery. Couldn’t have asked for better. Lots of smiling faces and stoked souls!’ Photo @col_elmore

Byron is a natural disaster area Parts of the Shire’s road network were also closed owing to flooding.

While large rain-dumps across the region were welcomed last week, the impacts on the road networks and infrastructure have resulted in Byron Shire being declared a natural disaster area. As one of 56 local government areas to be affected across NSW, Council say disaster assistance will be made available from the federal and NSW governments. Council staff responded to emergencies last week, including trees over roads and drainage problems.

Water restrictions lifted Meanwhile, water utility Rous County Council say that Rocky Creek Dam, which supplies much of the north coast, is now full, with more than 300mm flowing over the spillway last Thursday morning. All water restrictions are now lifted, including in all Byron Shire towns and Mullumbimby, which is supplied in part by Lavertys Gap

weir in Wilsons Creek. That weir is also at capacity, say Council. A Rous spokesperson said, ‘Rainfall readings for Rocky Creek Dam show that in the first six weeks of 2020, we have had the same amount of rainfall recorded in 2019’. Regardless of lifted restrictions, Rous say they will continue to keep the community’s focus on reducing water consumption, ‘so that in the event of another extended dry spell, we can be in a better position’.

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Dſĕĕ ǖ şşĎȒĎëŔëīĕĎ Ďſşż şǔ Flood-affected Byron Shire residents will have the opportunity to dispose of water-damaged hard rubbish at the Myocum tip for free until February 26, Byron Council says. And all residents will be able to drop their green waste at the Myocum recovery centre, without charge, over

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the same period. According to a Council statement, residents dumping green waste need to bring proof of residency, such as a driver’s licence or rates notice and present it at the weighbridge to qualify for free green waste disposal. For more info call Danielle Hanigan at Council on 6626 7084.

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Last November, Byron Shire Council launched a litter reduction campaign in conjunction with Take 3 for the Sea, a not-for-profit organisation working toward reducing plastic pollution. The simple message is getting people to take three pieces of rubbish when they leave the beach, river, creek or anywhere. Last weekend, volunteers gathered at Main Beach Byron for a beach clean. CEO of Take 3, Tim Silverwood says it was a great event. He said, ‘We’re just encouraging people to pick up three pieces of rubbish when they leave any of our beaches

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It’s hard to believe that a couple of weeks ago all the talk was on water restrictions. The rain has really changed the landscape and thankfully has filled the dams, creeks and tanks. My sincere thanks to the incredible local SES volunteers who worked so hard responding to calls during the floods and rain. I also need to thank Council staff who worked around-the-clock responding to emergencies. As many of you know, the rain has also caused a few issues for Council in terms of damage to infrastructure, and staff are working hard to fix immediate problems. The good news is that the Federal and State Governments declared a natural emergency for our Shire, meaning we will be able to get financial assistance for the cost of repairs to infrastructure. Businesses, residents and non-profit community groups may also be eligible for disaster relief funding. What a terrific honour it was to announce our 2020 Citizens of the Year recently – the work and achievements of these people are remarkable. To Helen Hamilton, Margaret Robertson, James Wright, Mark ‘Mono’ Stewart, Linda Sparrow, Niah McLeod and the Nudge Nudge Wink Wink event – on behalf of the Byron Shire – thank you so much for your contribution to our community. Council’s first planning meeting for the year will be held this Thursday. See you there!

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An annual festival of ecological, economic and social renewal will go ahead in Mullumbimby this May, after organisers successfully ran an online crowdfunding campaign to keep the event alive. Renew Fest needed 600 early bird ticket pledges by midnight on February 18, and exceeded the target by a good margin. This was driven by a grass-roots community effort in the final days of the campaign. The festival will run from May 8 till 10. Tickets are available at www.renewfest.org.au.

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participants took part on the day, who between them picked up over 1,500 pieces of rubbish from the foreshore.

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If you’ve been finding the recent big wet challenging, spare a thought for those sleeping rough. For more than two weeks, scores of local homeless people have been struggling to find dry, safe places to sleep, or suffering through cold and very uncomfortable nights. Thankfully, the Byron Community Centre (BCC) and two local churches have been operating wet-weather shelters for men and women for much of the past three weeks. The shelters have already provided accommodation for 45 people, across 11 nights, including 10 nights in a row earlier this month. ‘I’d be getting pretty wet sleeping on the street,’

Simon Warner. Photo Supplied local homeless man Simon Warner said.

High demand ‘As long as we’re here, we are alright. The staff are really good, give us a hot meal, and a coffee and a chat in the morning’. However, there has been so much demand for the

shelter recently that funding is fast running out. There is no recurrent funding for the service, which was made possible by small one-off grants secured from the Northern Rivers Community Foundation, Westpac, Harcourts, Byron Shire Council, and from generous donations from Global Ripple op-shop and Cunning Stunts. It has enough funding to run another 16 nights of a mixed-gender shelter, or eight nights of shelter where the genders are separate. ‘For the centre to keep offering the shelter, we will need to access either ongoing funding, or donations from the community,’ the General Manager of the Centre, Louise O’Connell, said. Elyssa Purdie, the Homeless Projects Worker at the

BCC, said running the shelter required a lot of organisation each night. ‘Confirming security guard services, qualified overnight crisis workers, cleaners, volunteers, food and other consumables, clean laundry, managing keys, monitoring behaviour, and of course, keeping an eye on the weather on a daily basis takes an enormous amount of time and resources. ‘Predicting the weather is sometimes the most stressful element. ‘A decision about whether the weather shelter will operate is made at 6am each day. ‘People can then register at BCC 10am to 4pm normal working days. Outside these hours there will be a notice at the front and rear of the BCC building advising how to register’.

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The Goddess parted the clouds last Friday for about 80 women, who gathered for the annual V-Day event on Main Beach. The event, held on February 14 each year, is part of the One Billion Rising movement to end violence against all women and children. Participants, including men and children, are invited to add their voice in global solidarity with millions of other humans who want a better world. Photo Eve Jeffery

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Council in quick succession.’ Smith says that state government requirements will soon see councils present to the community a 20 year vision for land use, called Local Strategic Planning Statements.

Big picture planning She says, ‘Why not start with the big picture planning statement, with detailed community input, and then that statement becomes the

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touchstone for assessing the details of, say, a rural residential strategy, or an industrial land use strategy? ‘Byron Council has not even started the conversation with the community on the development of our Local Strategic Planning Statement, yet Council has approved, and is in the process of approving, a number of key land use strategies. ‘What if the community input says clearly that a

shared community value is that Byron Shire is at capacity in terms of residential and/or industrial growth for the next decade? ‘How easy will it be for future councillors to legally act on that value and the Local Strategic Planning Statement when residential and industrial growth strategies have already been adopted?’ Q For full story, visit

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Cleva announces he will run for Council President of Community Alliance for Byron Shire Association (CABS), Matthew ‘Cleva’ O’Reilly, has announced his intention to run in the next Council election, to be held September 12, 2020. Currently there are four Greens councillors, two Labor, one Nationals Partyaligned and two left-leaning independents. And while he is a member of the Greens, he says ‘at this stage, I am still unclear whether it will be as a Green or as an Independent.’ The Greens pre-selection is expected in April, when members will vote for the candidates who will run for Council. Crs Michael Lyon and Sarah Ndiaye have confirmed they will contest. Greens mayor Simon Richardson told The Echo he ‘hasn’t decided.’ Cleva has also ruled out running as a Greens mayor. ‘I can rule out seeking pre-selection for mayor from the Byron Greens. If I do nominate for the Greens, it will only be for a councillor position on the ballot. ‘If I nominate, whether I become a Greens councillor or not will rest with the Byron Greens membership and whether or not they approve of the direction of the current Greens councillors.

Matthew O’Reilly addresses Council. Photo Eve Jeffery ‘I am not critical of all that the current Greens councillors have achieved. They have done some great things, and had some excellent achievements. ‘But my major concern is over-development, inappropriate DAs that are not in the community interest and an excessive focus on a jobs and growth agenda. ‘I do not believe that the current and previous Council, under the current mayor, have got the balance right. ‘However, I estimate that I am in agreement with the mayor and Green councillors on about 90 per cent to 95 per cent of the issues facing Byron Shire. ‘It is those five-to-ten per cent of issues where we disagree that will be the

areas I will be focusing on at this year’s election. ‘I will be making those differences clear to the Byron Greens membership, along with the areas where I do agree with current councillors. ‘If the Byron Greens members choose to support my application for Greens candidacy then they will be sending a message that the current Green councillors have become overly moderate, and moved too far to the right of what a Green base expects of them. ‘I do not know if I will have enough Greens member votes to achieve a winnable position on the Byron Greens ticket, and if the Greens membership supports the current status

quo then that is their right’. Cleva says he opposes the Business and Industrial Lands Strategy (BILS), which is again before councillors this Thursday. ‘All Greens councillors were in support of the plans last time it was voted upon late last year’. Cleva says if the BILS is approved this Thursday, he will lobby NSW MPs to have it amended and re-exhibited. ‘Whatever happens, I will not be letting up on the inappropriateness of the current BILS and it will be a legacy I will continue to raise, time and time again, as the Shire continues to be inundated by a tsunami of over-development’.

Disillusioned with some decisions ‘Since I turned 18 and started voting back in 1995, I have only ever voted Green, so it has come as quite a shock to become so disillusioned with some of the current Green councillors’ decisions. Be that as it may, I get on well with Crs Michael, Sarah and Jeanette [Martin] and know that I can work effectively with all three of them if they are re-elected to Council’.

Standing Rock elders to speak in Mullum Paul Bibby A host of Indigenous elders from across the Northern Rivers will join two Native American leaders for two events in Mullumbimby this week to explore responses to the climate emergency. The events, on February 21 and 22, are an opportunity for the elders and leaders to share Indigenous perspectives on the crisis, and for

community members to share their own ideas and perspectives. ‘We are in a climate emergency, surrounded by immense suffering,’ said one of the organisers of the event, Lisa Brown.

First Nations voices ‘These events are a chance to hear First Nations voices, including key people from Oceti Sakowin camp

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in Standing Rock talk about protecting the sacred – the air, the water and our future generations. The visiting Native American guests include Myron Dewey, the director of Awake – A Dream of Standing Rock; and Johnnie A, who served as the wellbeing initiative and interfaith co-ordinator at Standing Rock, North Dakota. The events include a performance evening

at Mullum Civic Hall on February 21 from 7 till 10pm, featuring songs and stories, and an ‘experiential day’ on February 22, from 10am till 5pm. The day will be an opportunity to participate in conversations and activities. Later, there will be a screening of Myron Dewey’s film, Awake – A Dream of Standing Rock, from 7.30 till 9.30pm. A panel discussion will follow.

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Local News LşƱ ëſĕ īşưƐƆ ĎĕëōĶŕī ƱĶƐIJ ǖ şşĎżōëĶŕ ōĶưĶŕīȃ Aslan Shand Living on a coastal floodplain in a high rainfall region means that there will be floods and ocean encroachment that need to be managed by Council, state government and landholders. The recent rainfall since early February – more than the entire rainfall recorded for 2019 – has seen flooding across Byron Shire. A camper van fell into a sinkhole at Clarkes Beach Holiday Park, Byron Bay CBD was flooded, and subsidence and sinkholes have developed on the riverbank at Banner Park, Brunswick Heads. Reflections Holiday Parks, a NSW government run corporation, are responsible for the Clarkes Beach Caravan Park and Banner Park in Bruns. Now a concrete wall has been erected at Clarke’s Beach Holiday Park, it raises the question of how such a structure will eventually impact the world-renowned beach, given the sand will recede over time. Council were taken to court in 2016 by wealthy Belongil residents over a claim the Main Beach groyne impacted their beach frontage.

of the dangers, prior to the arrival of the carnival, and he assured me all was fine.’ In reply, Mr Edmonds told The Echo, ‘We are aware of recent small holes along the [Bruns] foreshore. We believe they are the result of broken underground stormwater pipes. Areas have been made safe with fencing until permanent repair works can occur as part of the sea wall remediation.’ A sinkhole has appeared at Banner Park, Bruns. CEO of Reflections, Steve Edmonds, told The Echo, ‘In regards to the coastal erosion, we have already retreated our cabins, sites, and demolished any building at risk. The dune stabilisation works are holding up well, and we continue to work with Byron Shire Council, Department of Primary Industries and Environment (DPIE), and the Arakwal regarding the ongoing management of the dune.’ Mr Edmonds said the concrete blocks will ensure ‘no more erosion at this site,’ and Reflections have, ‘appointed civil engineers, who together with civil geotechnical engineers, will commence

Govt-run Reflections Holiday Parks has placed concrete blocks at a landslip at Clarkes Beach, Byron. design for a retaining wall solution and associated civil and stormwater designs to reinstate the sites and road in that area.’

Bruns sinkhole While the sinkholes in Banner Park, Brunswick Heads, are not as big as the one in Byron, Michelle Grant, convenor of the Foreshore Protection Group, told The Echo that, ‘The bank is collapsing and subsiding – with sinkholes appearing around the picnic tables.’ Ms Grant says she ‘wrote to Steve Edmonds last Christmas (December 2018) warning

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DōëƆIJ ǖ şşĎĶŕī Responding to the criticism of repeated flooding at Uncle Toms, Crabbes Creek and Billinudgel, Greens mayor Simon Richardson said, ‘It is very hard for an area to stay flood free when it gets many months worth of rain within a few days’. He says debris covering drainage grates and stormwater drains can block very quickly, and is a ‘difficult process to keep everything working perfectly. ‘Though we are improving in this regard, and our budget has grown, we have more to do. It must be said that unless our governments fund disaster prevention properly, we will always struggle’.

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Byron Shire Council Notices COUNCIL CONTACT DETAILS

DEVELOPMENT CONSENTS

PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS

Council Administration Centre 70 Station Street, Mullumbimby Opening hours 8.30am to 4.30pm Phone 02 6626 7000 Email council@byron.nsw.gov.au Website www.byron.nsw.gov.au Emergency after hours 02 6622 7022 Works Depot 02 6685 9300 SES Controller 02 6684 3444 Rural Fire Service 02 6671 5500 Byron Resource Recovery Centre 1300 652 625 Cavanbah Centre 02 6685 5911

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

ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING & ASSESSMENT ACT, 1979

In Byron? Customer service for general enquiries now at Byron Visitor Centre, 80 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 12.00pm and 12.30pm to 4.00pm or phone 02 6626 7000. Card only payments accepted at this location.

Information relating to these applications as required by Schedule 1, Division 4, Clause 20(2) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (as amended) is also available online.

APPLICATIONS APPROVED 10.2019.583.1 – Byron Bay, 56 Sunrise Boulevard Secondary Dwelling 10.2019.450.1 – Byron Bay, 4/11 Banksia Drive Change of Use of existing Frist Floor to Recreation Facility (Indoor) Pilates Studio

Documents on exhibition are available for viewing at the customer service centre in Mullumbimby and on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Public-Notice.

10.2019.228.1 – The Pocket, 446 The Pocket Road Addition of Three (3) Cabins to Existing Farm Stay Accommodation

MAKE A SUBMISSION

10.2019.449.1 – Myocum, 42 Bilin Road Studio and Shed (Site 3)

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

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

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

submissions@byron.nsw.gov.au

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

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

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10.2019.587.1 – Mullumbimby, 7 Kamala Court Secondary Dwelling 10.2019.284.2 – Ocean Shores, 4A Gin Gin Crescent S4.55 to Modify the Approved Development

PROPOSAL TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL USES AT THE ‘OLD’ BYRON HOSPITAL SITE, SHIRLEY STREET, BYRON BAY Council is working with a community steering group to facilitate the old Byron hospital site as a community hub, utilising the existing building for a number of community-focused uses to provide welfare, social, cultural and educational services in the centre of Byron Bay.

If you are making a submission, there are requirements in relation to the disclosure of political gifts and donations. Refer to Council’s website to satisfy yourself that you are complying with your disclosure obligations prior to lodging a submission www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Political-donations-disclosure. Please quote the development application and property description when making a submission.

EXHIBITION CLOSES 26 FEBRUARY 2020

10.2018.628.2 – Ocean Shores, 3 Wilpy Place S4.55 to Modify Carparking Location 10.2019.614.1 – Byron Bay, 3 Cooper Street Secondary Dwelling and Tree Removal (1 tree)

10.2020.22.1 – New Brighton, 56 New Brighton Road (Lot 2 DP 542514) Ms P R Forward, Use of Covered Deck

10.2019.593.1 – Byron Bay, 3 Driftwood Avenue Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House and 1.6M Front Fence

10.2020.36.1 – Byron Bay, 18 Banksia Drive (Lot 2 DP 1241977) Beachbreak Developments Pty Ltd, Light Industry comprising Eighteen (18) Units, Take Away Food & Drink Premises and Associated Works

10.2018.592.3 – Byron Bay, 6 Seaview Street S4.55 to Delete Condition 27A

10.2016.401.2 – Ewingsdale, 3 Tahra Crescent S4.55 to Delete Condition 9 10.2020.29.1 – Bangalow, 6 Keith Street Carport 10.2019.555.2 – Ocean Shores, 2/8 Yengarie Way S4.55 to Delete Conditions and Notes requiring ET Contributions 10.2019.557.1 – Main Arm, 5/6 Durrumbull Road Secondary Dwelling 10.2015.527.2 – Mullumbimby, 20 Dalley Street S4.55 to Modify Design and new Garage

10.2019.585.1 – Bangalow, 30 Blackwood Crescent Dwelling House, Secondary Dwelling and Swimming Pool 10.2019.625.1 – Byron Bay, 3/7 Lawson Street Change of Use from Shop to Food and Drink Premises 10.2019.552.1 – Bangalow, 31 Clover Hill Circuit Dual Occupancy and Strata Subdivision 10.2020.20.1 – Byron Bay, 57 Paterson Street Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House including Partial Demolition

DEFERRED APPROVAL APPLICATIONS

The site is zoned Low Density Residential (R2) which restricts some of the desired uses.

10.2019.255.1 – Myocum, 19 Benloro Lane Conversion of Existing Building to create Dual Occupancy (Detached)

A planning proposal is therefore required to amend the Byron Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2014 ‘Additional Permitted Uses Schedule’. This means the current R2 zoning of the site would be retained and the specific following uses would be allowed: • Office premises • Light industry, being for a commercial kitchen with a maximum floor space of 100m2 • Restaurant/cafe.

10.2019.545.1 – Federal 202 Federal Drive Use of Existing Dwelling House 10.2017.721.1 – Tyagarah, 68 Foxs Lane Use of Existing Farm Shed as a Dual Occupancy (attached), use of Workshop and Use of Studio 10.2019.196.1 – Possum Creek, 541 Friday Hut Road Use of Existing Buildings as a detached Dual Occupancy and Demolition / Removal of Five (5) Buildings

The intent is to repurpose the existing building to enable its use as office spaces for community organisations, a commercial kitchen for hire, a small canteen and a potential educational space.

2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN AND BUDGET COMMUNITY CONVERSATION SESSIONS

The draft planning proposal is on exhibition, for your comments, for a period of 4 weeks from 19 February to 20 March 2020 and is available for viewing on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/ Public-Notice

Council is developing its draft Operational Plan and Budget and will be hosting 2 ‘Community Conversation’ sessions to invite members of our community to learn about the budget process and have their say on Our Plan for 2020/21:

The Minister for Planning and Public Spaces has issued an authorisation for Council to exercise delegation to make this LEP amendment.

When: Afternoon: Evening: Where:

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

DA submissions can be lodged using an online form via Council’s eServices Portal. Once you have viewed a copy of the DA, select ‘Make a Submission’ to lodge a submission directly with Council. Information on making a submission is available at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Make-a-submission-on-a-DA.

10.2020.28.1 – Coopers Shoot, 17 Byron Creek Road (Lot 1 DP 1255851) Mr B J Mackney, Stage 1 Change of Use of a Dual Occupancy to Bed and Breakfast Accommodation and a Dwelling House including Alterations and Additions Stage 2 Tourist and Visitor Accommodation comprising Six (6) Cabins and Associated Works

10.2001.446.2 – Byron Bay, 12 Beachcomber Drive S4.55 to Modify Internal Layout of the Dwelling House

OPEN FOR FEEDBACK – PUBLIC EXHIBITION

The following development applications (DA) have been received by Council and require exhibition in accordance with Development Control Plan 2014 (A14). The DAs may be viewed online at Council’s website www.byron.nsw.gov.au/find-a-DA or by using the Online Kiosks at Councils Customer Service Centre during normal office hours.

Monday, 24 February 2020 2.00pm – 4.00pm 5.00pm – 7.00pm Council Chambers, Mullumbimby

Submissions Close: Friday 20 March 2020

Members of the community are also encouraged to ask questions online at wwww.yoursaybyronshire.com.au/our-plan-20-21.

For enquiries on the planning proposal: Sam Tarrant 02 6626 7216

Enquiries: Heather Sills 02 6626 7171

For enquires on the old Byron hospital site’s progress: Claire McGarry 02 6626 7296

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

EXHIBITION CLOSES 4 MARCH 2020 10.2019.644.1 – Coorabell, 255 Coolamon Scenic Drive (Lot 5 DP 5130) Ardill Payne & Partners, Demolition of Dwelling House, Sheds and Farm Buildings and Construction of Expanded Dwelling Module, Recording Studio and Swimming Pool ancillary to a Dwelling House, Construction of New Expanded Dwelling House and Swimming Pool to create Dual Occupancy 10.2020.54.1 – Ewingsdale, 14 Hill View Place (Lot 6 DP 883571) Ms S Clarkson, Use of Secondary Dwelling and Alterations & Additions to Secondary Dwelling New Expanded Dwelling House and Swimming Pool to create Dual Occupancy 10.2020.57.1 – Byron Bay, 35 Cowper Street (Lot 1 DP 382651) Town Planning Studio Pty Ltd, Use of Alterations and Additions to Existing Dwelling House and Change of Use of Garage to Shed 10.2020.42.1 – Byron Bay, 88-94 Centennial Circuit (Lot 60 DP 835249) Newton Denny Chapelle, Change of Use to Recreation Facility (Indoor)

EXHIBITION CLOSES 11 MARCH 2020 10.2020.61.1 – Byron Bay, 7 Julian Rocks Drive (Lot 6 DP 714410) Julian Rocks Developments Pty Ltd, Multi-Dwelling Housing Comprising Ten (10) Dwellings

INVITATION TO SUBMIT COMMENT PLANNING CONTROLS TO PROVIDE AN APPROVAL MECHANISM FOR WEDDINGS AND EVENTS IN RURAL AREAS A planning proposal and draft Development Control Plan 2014 Chapter D9 to regulate weddings and events in our rural areas are on exhibition for four weeks from 29 January until Friday 28 February 2020. The planning proposal previously exhibited in late 2018, has been amended as a result of two changes determined by the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE) to: • remove the reference to permitting rural events on land zoned RU1 Primary Production, (events would only be permitted on land zoned RU2 Rural Landscape); and • remove many of the detailed provisions and include them within an amendment to the Byron Development Control Plan 2014 (DCP). The DPIE’s approval requires public exhibition of the amended Planning Proposal and a new DCP 2014 Chapter D9: Rural Event Sites. Your feedback is important to us. The Planning Proposal and draft DCP Chapter D9 for rural event sites can also be viewed on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Public-Notice. For information on lodging a submission, and where to address it, refer to the “Make a submission” section within Council’s advertising. Submissions Close: 28 February 2020 Enquiries: Rob van Iersel 02 6626 7054

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Local residents of Coopers Lane West in Main Arm have raised concerns regarding Council staff’s recommendation for approval of a dual occupancy in an area that was identified as a high fire-danger area during the recent bushfires. ‘At the Mullumbimby fire meeting, and in the media, Coopers Lane was identified as a high-risk area for fire danger, particularly the area where this dual occupancy has been applied for,’ said local resident Peta Best. According to residents, Council staff have recommended approval for the duplication of house numbers on this lot even though fire regulations for road access are not being met. They claim the DA does not meet the Planning for Bushfire Protection (December 2006) regulations. ‘The RoC (Right of Carriageway) that crosses our property does not meet these regulations,’ said Ms Best. ‘The existing road doesn’t

sit within the legal RoC, on top of that, it isn’t legally wide enough to meet those fire regulation requirements either in width or in relation to how steep the road is.’ Another resident affected by the development is former councillor Duncan Dey. He told The Echo that ‘This hill is where staff say it is okay to add another dwelling, serviced by a single lane road of inadequate width, and not sitting within various RoC. ‘The most precarious RoC is only 5m wide, and is 630m long. Nowhere does this RoC have the minimum width of 8m required for passing bays, of which there should be at least four’. ‘I feel really sorry for the landowner who recently bought the property,’ said Ms Best. ‘I understand he approached Council staff and was told that it wouldn’t be hard to get the approval for a dual occupancy’. Q The Echo’s Aslan Shand is an affected resident.

PLANNING AGREEMENT BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL, NEW SOUTH WALES (“COUNCIL”) AND THE MULLUM TRIANGLE PTY LTD ACN 611731554 (“DEVELOPER”) Council approved development application 10.2016.625.1 for alterations and additions to existing commercial building to create a café and day spa located at 35-37 Burringbar Street, Mullumbimby NSW. Condition 6 of this consent required the developer to enter into a planning agreement with Council. This is notice that the planning agreement is on public exhibition for a period of 28 days in accordance with Section 7.5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

A contentious plan to build 15 residential units on the former Telstra site on Lismore Rd, Bangalow looks set to get the green light at this Thursday’s meeting after the developer amended its plans while simultaneously planning legal action. The proposal, which features a mix of one, two and three bedroom units, is the latest ‘affordable housing’ development from developer The Kollective which has half-a-dozen other, similar projects across the Shire. The application will come before Byron Council’s first Planning and Development meeting for the year this Thursday, with staff recommending approval. However, scores of residents continue to oppose the development, arguing that will create overcrowding, be out of character with

the surrounding area, and have insufficient green space and parking. ‘This is Bangalow, not Alexandria,’ said Ben Gilmour, who lives a few doors down from the proposed development with his young family. ‘I understand that there’s a need for places to live in the Byron Shire, but many of us escaped the city because we felt suffocated by the claustrophobic nature of life there. We don’t want that recreated here.’

ĕĪşſĕ dɊ0 ĈşƖſƐ After lodging its original Development Application (DA) in April last year, The Kollective lodged a Class 1 action in the Land & Environment Court (LEC) the following month for what it described as Council’s ‘deemed refusal’ of the application. In response to this move, Council produced a statement setting out its concerns

with the proposal. These included that it had inadequate light access, exceeded the maximum height level for the area, and created privacy and overshadowing issues for neighbours. At a subsequent meeting late last year The Kollective offered to amend its proposal, reducing the total number of units from 17 to 15, redesigning the five studio apartments, and breaking the largest of the proposed buildings into two separate structures. Soon after, Council received legal advice from Marsden Solicitors about the likely costs of legal action (up to $28,000) and their prospects of success. Staff subsequently recommended that councillors approve the proposal. ‘It is considered that the amended proposal, which now substantially complies with relevant regulatory

requirements, is appropriate for the site, and consistent with the character of the locality,’ Council’s major project planner Rob Van Iersel and Legal Counsel Ralph James said in a report to Council. ‘The amended proposal provides a better balance between increased housing diversity, which is lacking in Bangalow, and maintaining the character of the village.’

PŕŕĕſȒĈĶƐƷ ƆƐƷōĕȃ But Mr Gilmour disagrees. ‘I would like to see more will from Council to push back against this inner-city style development,’ he said. ‘Council’s feeling pressure to increase housing in the area, but I don’t think packing people in like this is the solution. I think the solution is to loosen the regulations for building appropriate housing on the large swathes of rural land that are no longer being used for farming.’

EëƆ ĕƶżëŕƆĶşŕ ƱĕōĈşŔĕĎ ćƷ ōşĈëō mëƐĶşŕëōƆ l A recently announced bilateral energy deal between the NSW and federal coalition governments – which includes expanding the gas industry – has the full support of local Nationals MLC Ben Franklin. Franklin replied to the question of whether he was supportive of the expansion of the gas industry, despite it contributing to anthropogenic climate change. He said, ‘The bilateral deal on energy signed between NSW and the federal government is a wonderful step forward’.

‘As the minister for energy and the environment Matt Kean says, “It is the single biggest state-based financial commitment to emissions reduction in the nation’s history and represents a massive Green deal for NSW”.’ It’s a statement rejected by The Greens and environmental groups. Franklin continued, ‘At its heart is the establishment of a new 3,000 MW renewable energy zone in the central west of the state, along with other measures, such as methane capture from

The purpose of the planning agreement is the payment of a monetary contribution by the developer to Council in lieu of provision of onsite parking on the development site. The developer is to pay a monetary contribution of $8,053.26 per car space or a fraction thereof for 15.3 car spaces for a total contribution of $123,214.88.

landfill and land-based carbon farming projects. ‘This is on top of the more than 100 private-sector proposals to build largescale renewable energy projects currently before the government, which would

add 17,700 MW of additional capacity into the network. ‘We are on a transition away from fossil fuels to renewable energy. That will require high levels of storage, long distance transmission and much better efficiencies in how we use energy. But as that transition occurs, we will need an energy source that can react swiftly to changes in the output of wind and solar – one that is relatively low in emissions and only operates when needed. Natural gas will play that critical role in the short term’.

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The planning agreement is on exhibition from 5 February 2020 until 4 March 2020 and is available for viewing at Council’s Administrative Offices Mullumbimby and on Council’s website at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/PublicExhibition. Submissions close: 4 March 2020 Enquiries: Christopher Soulsby on 02 6626 7058 For information on making a submission, and where to address it, refer to the “Make a submission” section of Council’s weekly advertising. Please note: The canvassing of Councillors or Council staff in relation to this tender will automatically result in disqualification of offending tenderers.

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Nats implode in shower of coal and pork The Byron Shire Echo Volume 34 #37 • February 19, 2020

Dear Greens voter The local Green councillors you elected in 2016 have little interest in protecting or enhancing the environmental credentials of this region and do the bidding of wealthy developers, Council planning staff and the National Party. Presumably they will again support that agenda this Thursday (see page one) and re-affirm their desire to pursue a high growth agenda which is underpinned by poor process. As NSW Greens MP Tamara Smith points out on page one; process matters. It engenders trust. Trust is in short supply with this Council and like everywhere, trust is rapidly diminishing in all aspects of governance. That’s why this Council needs to spend tens of thousands of ratepayer dollars on a public relations exercise called the Community Solutions Panel. The Greens councillors are at odds with the local Greens state MP over planning, along with those who started the party decades ago. A branch movement against the current councillors is apparent at the monthly Greens meetings. There’s a resistance underway to expunge the four interlopers! Greens meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month, starting 6.30pm at Temple Byron, 46 Melaleuca Road, Byron Bay. Why not join in on the fun? With their preselection coming up in April, it’s timely to ask, as a Greens voter: Does the agenda of these Green councillors align with your values? How are these councillors engendering trust? Is there hope and vision in this leadership? They may claim to be the ‘new breed of Green,’ yet when it comes to planning, I have not heard an articulated position that isn’t a Council staff talking point. If you look closely at their rhetoric, or rebuttals of criticism, there’s nothing: just feel good spin, deflection or counter attack. Political strategists will point out that in general, voters are loyal to their party, and rarely vote otherwise. Brand matters. That’s why the current Greens councillors won’t run as independents in 2020, despite seemingly having nothing in common with the Greens’ values. Political parties are able to pursue an adhoc agenda when they have not provided any policies. Greens policies exist at a state and federal level, but not locally. These councillors might assume you won’t be aware of, or be concerned by sloppy governance, hypocrisy and reckless development at all costs. Like most political actors, perhaps they are banking on public ignorance of their activities. If a party carries out an agenda inconsistent with the platform they were elected upon, should that party be re-elected? It’s worth considering when Simon from Marketing, Crs Michael Lyon, Sarah Ndiaye and Jeanette Martin ask for your vote in the upcoming 2020 election. Hans Lovejoy, editor

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he silent majority don’t give a rat’s arse who becomes deputy speaker in the House of Representatives, and nor does anyone else outside the innermost reaches of the bubble. The news that Llew O’Brien, rather than Damian Drum, the guardian of the secret vote on his party’s leadership – is that karma? – will preside over the quaintly named federation chamber has left the punters positively agog with indifference – if they even registered it at all. And even among the most fanatical followers of political manoeuvring, the coup that delivered it has been acknowledged as no more than a stunt. But what a stunt – an all-guns-blazing, ripgut ball-tearer of a stunt. O’Brien’s agreement to run against his leader Michael McCormack’s (and Scott Morrison’s) nominee for the plum perk left the government flat-footed and embarrassed. And when at least five of their own members defected to vote for Labor’s motion it was a humiliation that will not be forgotten or ignored as the long-running feud over both coalition parties’ key core agendas and strategies moves towards a climactic showdown. The fight has now come into the open. Ostensibly, it is over McCormack’s leadership or the lack of it – about whether he is to be replaced by the belligerent egomaniac Barnaby Joyce, or perhaps the more moderate and more photogenic David Littleproud. Certainly McCormack is dead meat – if he was not terminally wounded by the leadership vote, he has certainly been made utterly redundant by O’Brien’s win, masterminded by Labor’s stuntman Tony Burke. His final demise is only a matter of time, and probably not much of it. But he is not the ultimate target. The real objectives of the war concern climate change and whether the citybased moderates or the reactionary rural rump will prevail. For years the issue has been evaded by a series of Liberal prime ministers and their National Party deputies; they have successfully argued that it was not a vote-changer, that the punters could be reassured that as long, as the economy was plodding along and their hip pockets would not be assaulted, there was no serious reason for alarm.

Indeed, this was still the message that Morrison and his increasingly desperate treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, were shouting across the parliament last week. But, as the Nationals’ implosion has demonstrated, it is no longer sufficiently sedative even for the most quiescent Australians.

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Mungo MacCallum The Nats, or at least a majority of the 20 still left in the party room, are wedded to coal – and they want more of it in the form of a new coal-fired power plant in Collinsville, in the heart of their Queensland coal constituencies. One of them, George Christensen, spells it out in uncompromising detail – five seats, he insists, depend on it. But the Liberals, emboldened by their own research, are now warning that many of their own marginals are looking fragile as a result of what is seen as government intransigence and denial. The trigger, of course, was the bushfires: ironically most of the damage was in the bush, but most of the angst was in the suburbs. Once the rains came, Morrison and McCormack must have hoped that the notoriously short-term concerns of the voters would be allayed and they could go back to procrastination as usual. But the rains brought new problems of their own: the government is now faced with the extraordinary situation of providing disaster relief for drought, fire and flood simultaneously – even in the same places. Adapt and resile as he might, Morrison cannot shrug this off as just another weather event. Even the sceptics are now realising that climate change does not just mean a few more hot days in summer – it means that everything is more extreme and is likely to get worse, that blathering on about meeting and beating inadequate targets and demanding that someone else takes the responsibility is

no longer going to cut it. And the idea of a new coal fired power station, which would have to be funded by the Australian taxpayers because no-one else will touch it, is not merely pointless – it is positively perverse. But that no longer matters – we are not talking about economics, or engineering, or even the most basic science. The new and utterly irrational line from the reactionary rump is that the activists are motivated, not by science, but by belief – the deniers are the ones who worry about the facts, which is no doubt why they spend so much time cherry picking the ones that suit them from the fringe. Presumably they do not expect to be taken seriously; one of their champions, the Liberal senator Jim Molan, boasted recently on ABC TV’s Q&A that when it came to the science of climate change, he was not relying on evidence. So it was, we must assume, blind ideology that has persuaded him that it is all a conspiracy to destroy capitalism. The latest suggestion (and it is no more than that) is that McCormack should quietly stand down in favour of his brand new deputy David Littleproud, who would include Joyce not necessarily in his cabinet, but at least in his ministry. This assumes that Joyce would be grateful and conciliatory and would henceforth abandon any further ambitions of regaining the leadership – talk about hope trumping experience. At the very best it might buy a bit more time. So not a solution, not even a decent stunt. The essential schism would and will remain – the irreconcilable division between those who accept the science and those who deliberately and proudly reject the evidence, and no amount of shuffling the deckchairs will resolve it. And it is now clear that compromise is no longer on the table – if it ever was. This is not a fight that can lead to a points decision, in which the losers can regroup and prepare for a return bout – it is winner take all. Except, perhaps, for Llew O’Brien, the turncoat deputy speaker. Alone among the coalition, he is laughing all the way to his lavishly provided sinecure. Such are the rewards of the double cross.

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We shouldn’t worry about COVID-19 (coronavirus), fires and floods keeping tourists away since our aggressive greeting-party to our shores are doing a fabulous jobs of ‘enforcing our borders’. Returning home from a week in New Zealand, upon going through customs at Coolangatta International I was subjected to questions that made me question, ‘What if I answered wrongly?’ Most of the questions were the standard ones for February 2020: Have you been to mainland China recently? Do you have any criminal convictions? etc. But it was two of the next questions that blew my mind: ‘have you ever been to court?’ and, ‘have you ever had a speeding fine?’ What kind of dystopian interrogation is this? I was expecting a question regarding overdue library books next… silly me, the arts budget has already been cut. In contrast, entering and leaving New Zealand was almost the opposite. When my belt buckle set off the gun scanner, the customs staff member actually apologised for the inconvenience! So what would have happened if I did have a speeding fine? I shudder to think… maybe a stint on the cheery sounding Christmas Island? Maybe a dark room somewhere deep under the airport sporting faded ‘Welcome to Australia’ posters from the ‘80s? Who knows? But as our human rights are about as high a priority as climate change for this government, this experience did not leave me feeling too safe, or too welcome. Matt Brady Byron Bay

Catastrophic climate change and climate emergency miss the mark... the unconfusable target is criminal emissions. Sapoty Brook Main Arm

Public sculpture Now that Council has recouped on the infamous lighthouse sculpture with the sale of the birds, I have an idea for public sculptures around the Shire. Stylish use of colorbond, concrete, wood and metal. Artistic design if you like, but the simpler the better. Small and large versions of the same thing. They could be placed throughout the Shire, particularly in Bangalow where there are currently none. Admired by many they will even have a practical use. Every school child who currently stands in the pouring rain, or runs across traffic from the shelter of a shop awning, will be thankful. For argument’s sake let’s call them ‘bus shelters’. Imagine how many $55,000 could build. Lisa Peacock Bangalow

Stop the gloom Tina Petrof (Letter 12 February) firstly, hats off to your husband, I have great respect and gratitude to all our firies who give so much for our communities’ safety! Secondly, have a look at Jacqui Lambie’s speech in parliament re the sports rort: ‘another shameful day in politics… we know what you’ve been up to… start being bloody honest with the people in this country’. I can relate to her anger! The irresponsible, simplistic spin thrown our way to deflect

from the issue of climate change during the national emergency was shameful too. No, the National Parks (NP) are not locked up, the incident you describe is an isolated one. The policy created by Bob Carr gave responsibility for hazard reduction burning (HRB) in our NPs to those highly trained in environmental care and fire fighting. In 2018 NPs did complete its prescribed burning target of 35,000 hectares, despite having its workforce reduced by 35 per cent under the coalition. The drought conditions in 2019 during winter and spring were contrary to safe implementation of HRB. The reality is HRB has little effect on the mega-fires we have seen over the past months, so the responses needed are much more multi-faceted and complex. This includes addressing climate change in an ethical way instead of lying about it on the world stage. The PM, and many members of the coalition, are career politicians focussed on being in power even if it means bribery and corruption – they are there for their salaries, perks and pensions. Look at how the government responded to the fires with a Liberal Party advert and fundraiser for their party – unbelievable! My perspectives on our corrupt, inadequate government are based on a desire to prevent Aussies experiencing doom and gloom on an unprecedented scale. I want Australia to have an intelligent,ethical government leading people into a better future. Christina Henry Bangalow ▶ More letters on page 13

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Planet Watch: Drowning not waving – tales from a dying ocean Dr Willow Hallgren

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s human activity contributes more and more greenhouse gases to the atmosphere, such as CO2 and methane, this is having a major impact on the world’s oceans. The oceans have taken up around 40 per cent of the carbon dioxide emitted by humans since 1750 – the beginning of the industrial revolution. Absorbing so much CO2 is making seawater increasingly more acidic, and this will, increasingly, cause the shells and skeletons of some marine creatures, including corals, plankton and shellfish, to dissolve. The oceans have also absorbed about 90 per cent of the warming caused by human carbon emissions since preindustrial times. This warming and acidification of the oceans is having profound impacts on both its physical structure and the myriad lifeforms who live in it and depend on it, including humans. It is also having major impacts on Australian fisheries, aquaculture and tourism.

Left: The back to back massive coral bleaching events of 2016 and 2017 devastated nearly half of the Great Barrier Reef. Right: Fire fighters at the Wardell fire front on November 8, 2019. Photo Ewan Willis

Property threat The oceans are getting warmer and expanding, causing sea-level rise (along with land-based ice sheets melting). Coupled with more severe storms, this means that storm surges are increasingly inundating lowlying coastal areas, leading to disruptive and expensive flooding events. Extreme sea levels have occurred three times more frequently in the second half of the 20th century than the first half.

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Moreover, the rate of sealevel rise is increasing, and is predicted to rise at a considerably faster rate during the 21st century than it did during the 20th century. Currently, there are hundreds of beaches and coastal communities around Australia that are at risk from coastal erosion. A few more decades of sea-level rise, and this number could climb into the thousands. The global average sea level is predicted to rise by 45 to 82cm (above levels seen in the late 20th century) in the next 70 years – if we continue emitting large amounts of greenhouse gases. Of course, if any of the land-based ice sheets continue to melt unabated, the sea-level rises could be much larger, threatening the lives and livelihoods of millions of people living around the world’s coastlines. Both the Greenland and West Antarctic ice sheets are melting at record rates – and accelerating! Needless to say, beachfront or low-lying waterfront property is probably not a good long-term investment. The burgeoning coastal development around Australia will undoubtedly face increasing risk owing to storm surges and extreme water levels as greenhouse gas emissions continue to climb.

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As communities around Australia are reeling from the unimaginably devastating ecological catastrophe of an unprecedented bushfire season, there is another ecological catastrophe unfolding, albeit at a slower rate. In the seas that gird our bushfire-burnt country, an

ecosystem with immense biodiversity and beauty – the Amazon rainforest of the ocean; the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) – is dying. Its death is both predictable and inexorable if the continued rise in global CO2 emissions is not halted. Australians have now realised that the 2008 predictions of climate-changeinduced severe bushfires by 2020, in the Garnaut Climate Change Review should have been listened to and acted upon. The devastating results are now all around us and have been choking us in both the countryside and the cities for months. What Australian’s must also recognise is that ignoring the warnings about climate change and the GBR will have massive and possibly irreversible consequences. Between 1985 and 2012 there was a 50 per cent decline in coral cover owing to human influences, and this occurred before the back-toback massive coral bleaching events of 2016 and 2017, which devastated nearly half of the Great Barrier Reef. In 2019, a scientific study found an 89 per cent decline in the number of new corals settling on the Great Barrier Reef. We must realise that the future of the GBR is now dependent on how quickly greenhouse gas emissions come down. If we keep global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees, the reef will survive, but in a degraded state, with less coral cover and less biodiversity. However, if greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise on their current trajectory, then it’s ‘game over’ and the reef will die completely, according to Professor Terry Hughes, the director of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies.

The times they are a’changing So what can we do to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change on the oceans? First of all, vote for a party that has strong policies on emissions reduction – not for parties who try to use sneaky carbon accounting tricks to get away with doing as little as possible to address the root cause of climate change. In 2018, climate change scientists agreed that ‘limiting global warming to 1.5°C would require rapid, farreaching and unprecedented changes in all aspects of society… Global net humancaused emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) would need to fall by about 45 per cent from 2010 levels by 2030, reaching ‘net zero’ around 2050’.

Australia failing to meet targets Needless to say, Australia is not on-track to even come close to this level of emission reductions, yet this is what the science says we must do to avoid more frequent climate catastrophes, such as the 2019/2020 bushfires, or mass coral bleaching events. This is the same science that only 12 years ago predicted the recent horror bushfire season.

Rethinking where we live Beach nourishment may be able to extend the habitability of eroding coastlines, but not forever. It’s really time we start to rethink human settlements in low-lying areas – we should be aiming for an organised, well-planned retreat. This must be accompanied by the replanting of coastal ecosystems, such as mangroves and seagrasses,

to buffer coastlines from stronger storms and to preserve as much coastal marine-life as possible. Ultimately, the uninsurability of beachside properties might be the deciding factor on future coastal developments and a planned retreat away from low-lying coastlines (the market can be an efficient tool if we allow it to be – hello carbon tax!).

Plenty of heating şŕȞĶƐƆ ƱëƷ Unfortunately, owing to past emissions, there is already considerable heating of the planet in the pipeline. It’s not going to be enough to simply stop emitting greenhouse gases. We need to sequester as much CO2 as we can, in order to stabilise the climate as much as possible, and limit future impacts. Although ecologically risky, many marine geoengineering mechanisms have been proposed, such as fertilising the ocean with iron filings or other nutrients to stimulate phytoplankton growth, and growing kelp forests – which grow very quickly and absorb huge amounts of CO2. Other ways the oceans might help us fix the problems we have created involve tapping into their enormous potential for renewable energy in the form of wave and tidal energy, and offshore wind farms. Reducing our reliance on fossil fuels, and diversifying the types of renewable energy we can draw on are our best approach to securing our long term, sustainable, relatively inexpensive energy future. Q This article was originally published on Echonetdaily: www.echo.net.au/planetwatch-drowning-not-wavingtales-from-a-dying-ocean, and made possible with the support of Byron Eco Park Holdings.

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Letters Cost of ‘free’ camping Well said Alison Drover. Thankyou! Those who trash our beautiful towns aren’t ‘free’ as much as they think that lifestyle is. Actually they are slaves to their own sense of entitlement and lack of self-responsibility. How would a locals’ card work? I’ve lived here 23 years, most of that time with an anchored ‘home’, but at times, enjoying sleeping in my car, in the forest, occasionally at the beach. More and more women over the age of 55 are finding themselves single and homeless. One of the safest options is to live in a van. The ‘homeless’ are a diverse group. A locals card could work on many levels. It would entitle card-holders to use the shower and toilet facilities at both Neighbourhood Centres, as well as the usual food, facilities and range of fabulous offerings available. The card could come with a brochure explaining the expectations, the laws, the responsibilities of each person. As for being policed by rangers – when producing the card, locals who need support can be referred on to the neighbourhood and community centres for support to move forward in living options etc.

Those locals who are just sleeping out for a few nights are free to do so, providing they respect the surroundings. Those who are lazy, disrespectful, tourists or ‘long stayers’ could cop a good fine as you suggest. Money from bed tax/fines etc could be funnelled into making life easier for those locals who do live on the fringe, including education on the ‘how to’s’ of stepping lightly and safely on the land; more clean toilets and covered areas. Local fringe dwellers contribute as much economically and socially as other sectors of our Shire do. They can often be found cleaning up messes left by itinerants and tourists. The number of locals being forced to live simply will only increase from world influences – we need to accept that, and create a framework and embrace it. Sunflower Mullum Creek

Sea protection $104 million for the Beach Hotel – not a bad price for a building on top of what would be, but for huge amounts of public money, a rapidly eroding sand dune. No doubt they pay a motza in rates, but I doubt

it would be anything like a fair share of the tens of millions of dollars that we, as ratepayers and taxpayers, have spent, and will spend, on past and future protection works and the studies needed to do them. Perhaps Council should get a percentage of the sale price every time it changes hands? Matthew Lambourne Mullumbimby

Coronaspiracy Peter Olsen (Letters 12 February) should not willfully spread conspiracy theories about COVID-19 (the official name of the novel coronavirus) for which he has cherry picked facts. Dr Francis Boyle is a lawyer not a physician or scientist. Claims that COVID19 is a bioweapon are false. So are claims the first cases were not related to the fish market (read the full set of Lancet articles). Dr Joseph Wu’s article in the Lancet was an exercise in modelling the epidemic. The numbers are speculative, not verified. Most cases are mild, so many people may not be diagnosed. Numbers stated in the media come from the World Health Organisation and are confirmed cases. ▶ Continued on page 14

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Compassion card Michelle Grant I join Mandy Nolan (5 February Soapbox) in condemning the roll-out of the gormless government’s cashless debit card. It will compel Newstart recipients to spend their meagre income in specific supermarkets and department stores. I sympathise with ‘Jimmy’ the typical Newstart stereotype living in his car.The cashless debit card will inevitably push Jimmy closer to suicide than survival, but Centrelinkinduced deaths and suicides are not acknowledged. The Jimmys of Australia are the collateral damage on the path to budget surplus. There are also hundreds of thousands of people, who

are managing on Newstart – with a little help from family, friends, and community. They’re resilient, resourceful and skilled financial managers, living simple, frugal lives. Most have a very small carbon footprint. Let me tell you about Jenny. She pays $250 per week to rent a converted garage. She’s moved multiple times over the years as cheap housing was sold off or remodelled into holiday accommodation. Running a car, her freedom machine, is her biggest expense after rent. It costs $20 a week for rego, $25 a week for fuel, and she needed new tyres this year ($200). Jenny often carpools and invites car-less friends

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ties where the intellectual abilities of the individual prevail – and chess is clearly one – we are all equal. In maths competitions, no gender difference is made. For the Nobel prizes there is no such categorisation. ‘All chess players know that the best way to progress is to compete with higher level players. So, how does a woman develop if she competes only with individuals of the same gender?’ Could (or should) such a change occur in Australia? Inferior female participation rates, almost total neglect by the Australian Chess Federation, and negligible rewards for top women players have seen Australia’s female players fall behind the rest of the world. And since there are already no domestic women’s events, banning female-only tournaments in Australia would only affect juniors. Such a move would probably further diminish participation rates, with the remaining girls hopefully improving to remain competitive. Would that long term benefit outweigh the likely short term participation hit? All eyes will be on Mar del Plata for evidence one way or the other.

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Volunteer Jenny volunteers at the community garden, grows her own vegies. She spends less than $50 per week on food, rarely shops at Woolies or Coles or eats out. She can pick up a meal from Liberation Larder or a food box from the church groups. It costs $40 a month for her mobile. Her last electricity bill was $125 for the quarter, less than half the average persons. Only the small, energy efficient fridge ($300 from Bridglands) is plugged in all day. She uses the laundromat ($6 f/night) or a bucket to wash clothes. Jenny loves the Blues

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on trips to the shops and neighbouring towns. She gets most of her clothes and household items from sales or second hand shops and garage sales. The only ‘department store’ in Byron Shire is Target Country at Ocean Shores, so the cashless debit card would limit her options considerably.

Dr Jonathon Read’s paper was also a modelling exercise published as a ‘preprint’ ie: an early draft of research. It included some estimates of the number of people infected per case, that have since been revised down, leading to a lower (but still speculative) number. ‘These are very early models that make several assumptions based on what evidence is available,’ said David Heymann, an epidemiologist at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in The New York Times. ‘They aren’t truth – they’re just one step in trying to better

Festival and Writers Festival and has volunteered almost every year. She’s also supported Bay FM, Byron Greens, Landcare and Dunecare, youth groups and other community associations; initially to gain experience and then to use her skills. She’s sat on committees, managed not-for-profit organisations, coordinated events, written reports, submissions and a successful grant application. None of it paid the bills, but it made her feel appreciated, useful and valued, and she had a lot of fun along the way. Jenny started her work-life as a secretary, but computers took over while she was busy having babies, and she’s been trying to keep up ever since. She’s retrained several times, earning a BA and Dip Ed, but she never managed to find a permanent well-paid job. She applied for 300 jobs that first year, post grad, and rode the roller-coaster of hope and despair, bullied and

battered by Centrelink and a Job Network that has offered little assistance ever since. She has made ends meet with an array of part-time work, from casual teaching to cleaning holiday houses, delivering mail, running market stalls, even writing the occasional article for the local newspapers. Most were poorly paid, and some were cash in hand. It’s taken two decades for the hourly rate to climb from $10 to $20. Centrelink reduces Jenny’s Newstart payments, taking 50c for every dollar she earns, beyond the $60 fortnightly threshold, making it pretty tough to get ahead. Newstart payments have not increased since John Howard’s election in 1996! Jenny is in her 60s now, and works 20 hours a week, and is still on an income low enough to get a part Newstart payment and qualify for a health care card. For most of her adult life, she’s lived on less than

$550 per week (Newstart’s threshold), yet she manages to remain an active, engaged member of the community. Jenny’s not looking forward to the years ahead of hard physical work until she’s 67 and eligible for an aged pension. She lives with the stress of yearly rent hikes, the anxiety of another eviction when she can no longer make the rent, the stress and expense of emerging health issues and the possibility of losing her job owing to these issues. After climate change, affordable housing is the issue most worrying her. Jenny needs a pay rise to keep a roof over her head, not income management via a cashless welfare card. Jenny’s never voted for the LNP, but their policies have had real, brutal and negative impacts on her and other low-income Australians, like Jimmy. Surely it’s time we gave them a leg-up instead of another put-down, and raised the rate of Newstart?

understand this outbreak.’ The case fatality rate of COVID-19 seems to be less than three per cent, much lower than SARS which killed around 10 per cent of those infected. It is spread by droplet infection – coughing and sneezing contaminating surfaces – or inhaled directly from a close contact. Wash your hands frequently and stay away from people who are coughing and sneezing. Mr Olsen is correct in saying the infection will finally reach Australia. But the same thing happens every winter with influenza. While a vaccine may be one to two years away, commonsense measures can prevent

most cases. Panic and misinformation are more deadly. Julia Lowe Suffolk Park

can all save water in many ways. Did you know ‘the water required for a single hamburger patty is equivalent to 100 days of showering?’ If you’re serious about saving water, stop buying and eating meat (https://www. simply-live-consciously.com) Matt Ogle Byron Bay

Coronaspiracy 2 Could Peter Olsen please let up on his paranoia and fear mongering and keep his ‘conclusive logic’ to himself. He lost all credibility since his contribution to the Y2K hysteria all those years ago, and we know how that turned out. Rod Murray Ocean Shores

Meaty topics In response to the article There is no life without water: time to save (5 February). We

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People’s Climate Assembly calls for action Graeme Dunstan The People’s Climate Assembly gathered outside Australia’s Federal Parliament on the first day of sitting, on 4 February ‘to make a stand against the ignorance of the Australian government, and to demand real action in the face of the climate change emergency.’ The gathering outside the Parliament followed a calamitous season of bushfire and a popular denouncing of climate change denialism. It coincided with the first sitting day of 2020 for the now reviled Morrison government. The Assembly occupied Federation Mall for five days, and busloads of individuals and groups arrived from Melbourne, Wollongong, the Blue Mountains, Sydney, Dubbo and the Rainbow Region. The program included workshops about liveable cities, hydrology, traditional ownership, doctors talking climate and mental health, veterinarians talking fire and wildlife. There were smoking ceremonies, and choir-led sing-alongs, information stalls and lots of banners and signage.

The Northern Rivers Extinction Rebellion’s Red Rebels joined the march from the Aboriginal tent embassy to the People’s Climate Assembly rally. Photo Chibo Mertineit With hot sun, limited shade and blustery wind, Federation Mall was a harsh place for the protesters. They were corralled well back from the big house by an army of police, even though for four of the five days the crowds were sparse.

Support from across the community The first sitting day saw the action begin at 7am with a Pollie Watch at the Melbourne Avenue entrance to Parliament House. Activists and their banners lined up so that politicians arriving from the airport could not help but notice them. There were about one hundred people

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with 20 big banners – the biggest Pollie Watch yet. About 2,500 people attended the 11am rally. Popular science communicator, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki MC’d the rally, and the speeches were fiery – hot with anger at the government’s inaction and climate denial. Speakers included the newly announced Greens leaders, Adam Bandt and Senator Larissa Waters, former Liberal leader, John Hewson, and the everpopular Bob Brown who urged direct action against coal miners and Tarkine loggers. Bruce Shillingsworth, a Muruwari and Budjiti man from the northwest NSW

river lands, demanded water be put back in the rivers. The Member for Warringah, Zali Stegall, spoke of a climate emergency bill, for which she intends bipartisan support. Go Zali! Dr Sue Wareham from the Medical Association for the Prevention of War warned of coming conflicts from climate extremes and warpromoting military spending. Of the ‘LibLabs’ she decried, ‘How long do we have to suffer these people?’ The ALP Shadow Minister for Environment, Mark Butler, was heckled. He left the stage with the crowd chanting in unison, ‘No more coal!’ The rally finished with a walk and hand-holding around Parliament House. Personally, I felt disappointed that there was no direct action, and all-in-all it seemed to me just an exercise in more hot air. It was good for movementbuilding, but the practical task of reducing CO2 in the face of a fossil-fuel funded government remained unaddressed.

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here are events in our life that we call ‘life changing’ and there are events that are lifemarkers: scars from trauma and bad experiences that never heal. But there are also events that transform us, that lift us out of an unthinkable event. This is such a story, and it is mine. It all started in April 2015 when my wife’s voice began to change. After eight months she was finally diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease (MND). That year and the four months following can only be described as the most profound chapter of my life. I can now look death in the face. I have seen it. I have witnessed the coming to the end – its nuances, the rays of hope, believing a miracle may happen. The care giving – nights and days, for months with little food or sleep, losing hope, the heart breaking over and over. At the end,

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people to the current retail premises, seems absurd. Now we’re talking about another development opportunity next to where the old Woolies is, which seems even more absurd. Byron Council’s willingness to turn Byron into a city-scape will ruin the

I would sleep on the floor beside her bed and turn her every half hour since she could not move. And she was alert. Her mind, as far as I could tell, was not affected. She could not speak for the last 11 months, but she could communicate by writing, and finally, by slowly typing on her mobile phone. She had a feeding tube for the last five months through which all liquids and nutrients were fed. The deterioration happened slowly, and then quickly.

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We travelled for nine months around the world looking for the miracle, hoping that someone, somewhere, would crack the code to heal the incurable disease. We went first to India, then to Germany, and finally to Southern California for cutting-edge stem-cell treatments. We travelled into Mexico for experimental

treatments not yet allowed in the US. We saw healers who guaranteed that she would pull through. We did everything we could, and in the end, we came home. Back to the Pocket Road, back to our beautiful home in the rainforest, surrounded by nature and our friends. It was an unbelievable journey, and

we met beautiful people, all wanting to help. She died in my arms on 5 April 2017. I could tell you of our 18 years together that began when a mutual friend showed her a photo of me in Corfu, and she fell in love. After five months of correspondence I flew from the States to meet her and we

town forever. How to get rid of more current residents, ruin current small business and destroy what was once such a beautiful town... in three easy steps. We have a so-called Green council? I don’t think so. Liz Friend Ocean Shores

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membership being glibbed by Simon Richardson (but who wasn’t?) but have other Greens councillors done anything to earn our trust? The only intelligent political thing they ever did was to over-enthusiastically join up with the Greens in order to jump the queue and cash in on the Greens’ past glories. Simon Richardson apparently won’t be running and will perhaps join the ‘wets’ in the Liberal Party, who are his natural constituency ie, people who don’t like coal but aren’t about to bust their

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started our life together here on the Pocket Road. Our love story was, in the beginning, and for the most part, like a fairy tale, but the miracle we were looking for at the end turned out not to be physical, but an inner one.

The local Greens are going through their preselection process at the moment and there’s a bit of jockeying going on. Considering how badly they chose last time, how dumb must the Greens’ membership be? I predict they’ll confirm their ineptitude by putting up the same stunned mullets as last time with a highly qualified newer member (who I won’t name) being put in an unelectable position on the ticket. I can understand the

The year following her death was pretty hard. I felt the knife in the heart. I know the dark place where people go when their partners die and they give up living. I came to a crossroad – to shut down, or to move forward with love and acceptance. I chose love. Just before the anniversary of her passing, I journeyed to the south island of New Zealand for my own designed vision quest – to find myself. I rented an old van and went into the mountains. I stood in those old beech forests under towering mountains and claimed my life again. People have told me that MND is the most horrendous disease that can happen to gut in pursuit of an ideal that involves more than posturing. I really hope that electors will reject the party rort at the next election and vote for individuals, not tickets. Fast Buck$ Coorabell

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someone, and that it is a mistake in the plan of life. This is what I say: that this disease was a gift. It demanded everything; it demanded surrender to something bigger than us. Our hearts broke over and over. Finally there was nothing left to break and there was only love. I know now this is what is eternal. To say that it was a mistake is to discount those two years that taught us that love is the most powerful force in the universe. I value those days. I honour them. The morning she died, something opened, and the space in the room was indescribable. Beyond religion and spirituality, it was tangible. During the months that followed, many events happened that I couldn’t dismiss as coincidence or things I made up. Some would call them miracles. My day will come, as will yours. And my wish is that I spend these remaining days in love and awe and wonder, and that I see each moment as a privilege to be lived in. residents. The meeting was organised by Mullumbimby Residents Association (MRA) to inform residents of the process, to outline content and recommendations of the draft plan now on exhibition, and to encourage people to submit their experiences and concerns to Council by 21 February. The most recent flood event in north Byron Shire, influenced by ex-cyclone Debbie in 2017, was an experience shared by many at the meeting with memories of ▶ Continued on page 18

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Issues related to the restriction on the movement of cash should be of concern to anyone who has dealings with banks, credit unions and building societies (Follow the Money Echo 15 January). In spite of a raft of existing legislation, the government is alleging the proposed restriction on the movement of cash under the Currency (Restriction on the Use of Cash) bill 2019 is to address all forms of tax evasion.

Black economy If the government was intent on addressing the black economy, then it need only expand ‘reporting entities’ to AUSTRAC to include motor-car dealers, jewellers, antiquities dealers, art dealers, real estate agents, lawyers and accountants and the tipper-truck industry, where it is alleged most of the black economy exists.

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waking up with flood water through their homes where it had never been before. That there was no flood warning and no help available when it occurred was an experience shared by many at the meeting. Thankfully, the draft plan recommends a new style of warning system and re-thinks on emergency management. It was no surprise to learn, at the meeting, that the Study and Plan identify Mullumbimby as the most flood affected town in North Byron Shire. A position shared by many at the meeting was that the safety of existing residents must take priority over pandering to new development. ‘No-Fill zones’ are a strategic necessity in and around Mullumbimby, to prevent increased flooding. Other mitigation options supported in the plan include larger openings through the railway embankment south of Saltwater Creek and widening of Kings Creek Bridge on Mullumbimby Road. Dr Sonia Laverty, Convener MRA

Not ladies! I loved The Echo’s front page photo of women wielding power tools at the shedding workshop (5 February). However, the caption Ladies hit the shed was a shocking diminishment of their independent can-do stance. The term ladies is so

There is no justification for the $10k ceiling on cash transactions, no base-line to determine the effectiveness of the proposed legislation, and only an estimate of the size of the black economy. So what is the agenda here? And why is the government acting in unison with the big banks, who have been exposed as practitioners of the most ruthless aspects of capitalism and who support this Currency bill? At the Senate’s hearing on the Currency bill, the Reserve Bank’s representative

dismissed and diffused any linkage between the bill and (a) the Financial Sector Legislation Amendment (Crisis Resolution Powers and Other Measures) Act 2018 (FSLA), which provides for the conversion of deposits to be used by the government to bail in (using private money to stabilise the financial system) failing financial institutions, and (b) negative interest-rate policy.

dated! It stems from a time when women were considered second-class citizens and to call a woman a woman was thought to be impolite and might offend. In 1970 Germaine Greer bowled in with The Female Eunuch urging women to reclaim their rights to womanhood, sexuality, burn their bras, stop shaving legs and armpits, wear flat shoes and stop being dictated to by men wanting women to look a certain way. Most importantly, to shun labels that deny womanhood such as ladies, girls, chicks, etc. Germaine’s ideas really caught on in England. However, in her native land many people are unaware of this aspect of women’s liberation and think they are being courteous when using a term more appropriate for a lavatory door. Deborah Lilly Mullumbimby

invigorated alliance between Iraq and Iran. Trump declared the assassinations were necessary to prevent imminent attacks against US facilities, but clearly they served to provoke an attack – not to prevent it. This assassination has handed Iran an opportunity to legitimately target US bases. Whereas these US actions have been wholly without legitimacy, the Iranian response was measured and legal. Having clearly misjudged their opponent, team Trump appears crude, callous and incompetent by comparison. America is an empire in decline, dependent on permanent war. Its resort to brutal, unlawful and strategically disastrous action betrays frustrated impotence. This crime has done nothing to benefit the people of Israel or the US. John Scrivener Main Arm

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The fog of war Trump is a loose cannon. With one fell swoop of its predator drones the US committed its gravest strategic blunder since the invasion of Iraq in 2003. The extralegal execution of senior Iraqi and Iranian commanders by Washington has given the martyred ones glory in death and unified an

Cashless society The International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2017 working paper advised

Emotion v facts Where are the so-called ‘climate deniers’? Almost no one believes the climate isn’t changing; it always is. The issue is, what’s causing it, and is there an emergency? It might be helpful if that embedded labelling was dropped as it leads to alienation, prohibiting comingto-agreement through reasonable discussion. If you don’t think it’s complex, you need to learn more.

governments on how to move step-by-step to a cashless society to avert public unrest and bring money into the banking system. It argues that a cashless society makes negative interest rates as part of monetary policy more efficient. One step is to place a ceiling on cash transactions. The governor of the Reserve Bank is supportive of a cashless society. The Currency bill is not an evidence-based policy, and therefore not good public policy. People need to contact their federal representative and NSW senators, now, to demand the bill be withdrawn before it comes up for vote. The final report is due to be returned to the Senate on 28 February and voting will take place soon after that. Go to www.aph.gov.au for a list of NSW senators. There’s no place for ‘my crowd versus your crowd’ battles, where emotions overtake the ability to get to the facts. There’s too much at stake to get it wrong, as many people could be harmed if we act hastily without knowing enough about the impacts of our decisions. Open-mindedness and patience to listen to others is needed so we can move forward together. Now that many are waking-up to our collective response-ability it’s vital we respect all views of available evidence. Unfortunately, I’ve not seen any opportunity for calm, reasoned discussion of all views. I know, many say that it’s already settled. But whose word are they taking that 97 per cent of scientists agree? I’ve searched the internet and it’s clear the matter is not settled. Anyone interested in a reasonable discussion, please contact me. Dudley Leggett Suffolk Park

A little advice? Any constitutional lawyers out there? Regarding section 100 of the constitution on water: if a land owner sells his water rights to someone outside his property – can that new owner use the water even though he has no ownership of the land that it runs through? Bernard Hinchcliffe Mullumbimby

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Humpy Co. produces relocatable flat pack pods. Visit the Display Village from Tues–Sat, 9am–4pm to see the beautifully and cleverly designed pods in person, or call 1300 486 792.

Understated, yet highly curated, one-of-a-kind pieces, sourced from around the globe. Furniture, lighting, homewares, fashion, shoes, jewellery. Wholesale, retail and worldwide shipping.

Bugam Place, Bangalow humpyco.com

Rear of 12 Station St www.bisquetraders.com.au @bisque_

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Bangalow Farmers Market Every Saturday 7–11am behind the pub. Freshest produce direct from local farmers, including seasonal fruit and vegetables, pastureraised meat and eggs, artisan cheese and bread, nuts, honey, rice, pasta, and more! Behind Bangalow Hotel byronfarmersmarket. com.au/bangalow

Castrikum Adams Legal Long-time local, Mercedes is passionate about a wide range of legal issues associated with aged care and runs the commercial side of the business with a modern and flexible approach. 49 Rankin Drive www.castrikumlegal.com.au @castrikumadamslegal

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Bangalow Wash House Open 24 hours. New large front loaders / dryers. Now with Tap & Go. Change-machine and powder dispenser onsite. Self-serve and serviced laundry available. Cnr Station St & Blackwell Alley 0412 302 246

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Island Luxe

A place for men to gather, swap yarns, share experiences and support each other. Catering for a range of interests including art, music, photography, fitness, cooking, woodworking, metal working and plants.

Two distinct locations, two unique experiences. Unique and exclusive fashion, homewares, furniture and accessories that recreate a luxurious holiday lifestyle.

26 Station St 0413 679 201

62 Byron Street 6687 1605 @islandluxeofficial

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CMJ Legal A progressive and dynamic law firm providing personalised services across broad areas of law. Technical expertise, local knowledge and innovative solutions enable them to deliver excellent results for their clients. 16 Byron Street 6687 0660 office@cmjlegal.com.au www.cmjlegal.com.au

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Peanut butter best thing since… By S Haslam

Surely Tim and his partner James at Byron Bay Peanut Butter are the best thing to happen to peanut butter since sliced bread – Tim’s enthusiasm for the product was quite infectious when I spoke to him last week. Peanut butter is becoming quite trendy, partly because it is a healthy high protein ingredient in modern plant-based diets, and perhaps because its rich flavour and creaminess is a key factor in many great Indonesian dishes, as well as Acai bowls, and protein bliss balls. After Tim extolled the virtues of the light, loamy Kingaroy soil from which he sources his peanuts, I wasted hours researching peanut farming techniques. Did you know a peanut is not strictly a nut? It forms when the bright yellow peanut flower dips down below the soil, forming the peanut pod with ‘seeds’ inside underground. The stalk that connects the underground pods to the plant has to be delicately uprooted at harvest – heavy or wet soil makes this process too difficult. Australia’s crop is grown mostly in this special band of QLD soil, although Australia’s 40,000 tonne harvest is a small fraction of the world’s 45 million tonnes. I now know that whilst China is the world’s biggest producer of peanuts, the high oleiac-peanuts Tim buys from Kingaroy have a healthier oil composition (more like avocado oil or olive oil), and also hold their crunch longer. Anyway, Tim didn’t leave his research there, he’s also made sure that Byron Bay peanut butter is made just a few days after the peanuts are dry roasted – from picking to proTOGETHER duction is a very swift process for freshness of flavour. After WE CAN GO all, Tim and his partner did PLASTIC FREE! give up their jobs to pursue this dream! They started producing

in a small kitchen in the A&I almost three years ago, opened their own store in the A&I 14 months ago, and are now distributing both nationally and worldwide. Actually, being smart blokes they didn’t quit their jobs straight away, but they did move to Byron to create the kind of thick, crunchy peanut butter that Tim had loved in the States, where it is a $2billion industry, with almost 60% of peanuts being made into peanut butter. ‘We started by doing the Bangalow and Byron markets, and the night markets, and a couple of the local stores,’ says Tim. ‘And we loved the way we met the community through the markets. But it grew very quickly – in the first six months we were distributing throughout Australia. Now we sell into Singapore, Fiji and Hong Kong as well.’ They also make a lot of related products: they do a smoky BBQ satay sauce (for example), snack packs, granola, and also sell peanut butter chocolate in their Byron store. Only some of their products are available in local stores, and some in Woolies in

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Aria chef at Harvest By S Haslam

If you’ve been lucky enough to dine at Aria restaurant in Sydney, you’ll know that they make the most of their killer view of the Opera House and Sydney

Mullum, and Byron too; the rest are only available onsite. So, it’s worth popping in for a look – they also have a localsonly offer. The farmers of Kingaroy have been doing it tough during the drought – peanut production dramatically improves with exactly the right amount of moisture, and they also need high soil-temperatures. Now they have got rain, but there has been a shortage of peanuts. They can be moisture sensitive, so drought followed by flood doesn’t help. Naturally, Tim is also fussy about his 100% Australian sea salt. ‘The particular lake we use has a very natural grey salt, it doesn’t need a lot of processing and has a nice minerally flavour, but is low in sodium, and doesn’t have a tinny bite, so it’s much softer. We also offer “no salt” peanut butter which is sometimes good for cooking, or those who are concerned about sodium’, says Tim. Whether you’re looking for satay sauce, some ingredients for your cooking, inspiration for a peanut butter-based dish that will look great on your Insta feed, or just to recreate the best sort of peanut butter you enjoyed as a child, it’s worth popping in to see Byron Bay Peanut Butter in the A&I Estate. For their local customers, they offer a ‘locals card’, so if you buy five jars in the shop you get the sixth jar free! Byron Bay Peanut Butter. Shop 1 / 16 Tasman Way, Byron Bay. Insta: @byronbaypeanutbutter Byronbaypeanutbutter.com.au

Harbour with great food, great service and a great wine list. Executive chef Joel Bickford from Aria will be guest chef at Harvest restaurant in Newrybar on Wednesday, 11 March 2020. Joel describes his Aria style as ‘incorporating nature, using unique and native Australian ingredients’, and he will be joining Harvest head chef Alastair Waddell, and wild food researcher Peter Hardwick, for a one-off menu exploring Australia’s underutilised ingredients. Renowned for his stylish and contemporary cuisine with a nod to native Australia, Joel is looking forward to exploring all that the Northern Rivers has to offer. ‘Growing up in the Blue Mountains, I have always had a strong connection with my environment, the land and its offerings - in turn, shaping my cooking style and thought process in the kitchen. Collaborating with

chef Alastair Waddell and wild food researcher Peter Hardwick this March at Harvest Newrybar, I look forward to having the opportunity to bring the taste of Aria to Byron Bay locals’, said Joel. Joel Bickford: Aria Sydney Wednesday 11 March 2020 $120 5 courses + $50 matching wine Bookings via: goodtimes@harvestnewrybar.com.au 02 6687 2644

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Special nights again at Barrio Barrio Eatery & Bar is now officially back open for dinner after the fire in December, and to celebrate, Francisco Smoje is hosting a one-off Francisco’s Table event on Saturday 22 February at 6.30pm. In true Francisco’s Table style, guests will eat together on communal tables and enjoy a special creative menu with shared plates. The renowned Francisco’s Table first began in 2008 as a series of pop-up events, taking over spaces in an underground dining movement that was spreading across Sydney. In 2011, Francisco, his wife Emma, and their roaming restaurant moved to Byron Bay and quickly became an integral part of the food community. Francisco’s key philosophy is to know the provenance of food. He spends time getting to know the local growers, producers and farmers – many of whom are now his friends. Francisco says that the Barrio crew ‘wanted to do a special event to celebrate that we are finally back open with our usual trading hours. It’s been a tough few months, but the community support has been amazing. I hope to see you all there for our neighbourhood gathering at Barrio’, he added.

Love of pizza continues

Argentinian-born Smoje is famed for his authentic, vibrant and bold cooking that’s familiar and comforting; beautiful to look at, yet close to its original form. Rejoice with Barrio Eatery & Bar as they re-open for nights, and enjoy the food, wine, culture and most importantly, the passion of the people. From 22 February 2020, Barrio Eatery & Bar will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner six days a week (Mon–Sat 7am–9pm). www.barriobyronbay.com.au | @ barriobyronbay

Zohar Flantz always made it fun to come and order a pizza when he owned the Luscious Foods restaurant in the Byron Arts & Industry Estate. Not only was he a welcoming presence, there was also the excitement of seeing the wood-fired oven, and seeing the choices available – not to mention the great-tasting pizzas he created. Now he’s sold the restaurant, but kept the brand, the catering, and the mobile pizza pop-ups in Ocean Shores, and Mullumbimby. I’ve been to the Mullumbimby Leagues club ground on a Saturday, and it’s a relaxed outdoor environment – like a picnic but with better food, and a bar! This is a great location to come and chill out with family and friends, with the spectacular view across to Mt Chincogan, and plenty of safe space for the kids to run around. It’s also a great place for gatherings, or birthdays – all you need to do is let Zohar know how big your group is, and they will have Luscious Pizzas for you all, and drinks are available from the bar. ‘I’ve kept the fun bits’, says Zohar, ‘without so much of the business-oriented stuff that goes with running a business. I have my kids and my wife, and I’m very lucky – you tend to forget that

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when you’re caught up with trying to survive. For me this change is about living. ‘We would like to take this opportunity to give thanks, and appreciation to all our customers who kept coming to our luscious establishment to enjoy our unique flavours of the Middle East. Thank you for all the warm feedback and wishes’. The fun, flavours and service are still available, as Zohar and the team have a catering service that is available for private parties, weddings and corporate events. Just check out lusciousfoods.com.au or phone 0423 371 660. Zohar’s ‘Luscious’ Wood Fired Pizzas are available on a regular basis at two locations in the Byron Shire: *Ocean Shores Community Centre, Tuesdays, and Fridays 5–8.30pm. Take away/Drive through. Call & order on 0487 673 516, and we will have it ready for you to pickup. *Mullumbimby Leagues Club, every Saturday 5–8pm. (This is an outdoor venue, so if it’s too wet, it will be closed.) You can find updates on: Facebook: lusciousfoods Instagram @Lusciousfoodsbyronbay

Eating Out Guide BYRON BAY

BALLINA

Wharf Bar & Restaurant

EVERY MONDAY HALF PRICE PIZZA

Ballina

FB/Insta: wharfbarballina 12–24 Fawcett St, Ballina 6686 5259

Dine in and take away www.wharfbarballina.com.au

Treehouse on Belongil

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

The Italian Byron Bay

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One Green Acre

at The Bangalow Bowlo

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

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

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cadeau

Bar & Restaurant 2/26 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads 6685 1111

OPENING HOURS Wednesday to Sunday 5pm – 10pm Closed Monday & Tuesday APERITIVO HOUR Had enough of the beach? Dust the sand off your feet and join us for our daily apéro from 5pm – 6pm www.cadeaurestaurant.com.au

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

Success Thai Mon-Fri lunch & dinner closed Sundays Dinner from 5pm. 3/31 Lawson St, Byron Bay www.facebook.com/ pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469

St Elmo Dining Room & Bar

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

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

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

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

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The Byron Bay Olive Company is based at the start of the Industrial estate.

Breakfast and Lunch 7 days a week from 7.30am

From our kitchen ‘La Cuisine’ we produce the tastiest 2/29 Brigantine St marinated olives, sweet garlic and tapenades according Industrial Estate Open Mon–Sat/9am–4pm to our French family’s recipes. We also offer a range of the best sandwiches in the bay, gourmet cheeses and 0431 842 340 surprising add-ons to liven up your platters! byronbayolivescompany.com

Cafe • Restaurant • Bar 11 Marvell Street

Just off the sand at famous Main Beach and centrally elevated above bustling Jonson Street and Bay Lane, Loft has the ultimate Byron Bay vibe. Wander up from the beach any day after noon and enjoy impressive food, irresistible cocktails and plenty of beers. Share plates, mains, oysters and incredible deli boards featuring local and international favourites. Open every day noon till midnight.

Book online: loftbyronbay.com.au @loftbyronbay

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Winter Trading Hours Lunch – Monday to Friday - 10.30am – 2pm Dinner – Monday to Saturday - 5pm – 9pm

Fishheads

GREAT SUMMER MENU

Indulge in one of our new creations! We are proud to say, that for over 20 years, we have been serving the Byron community fresh, local seafood and ingredients. To improve your dining experience, we have developed a smaller plate menu, designed to be shared, and enabling you to try a greater variety of dishes.

No Bones

Yaman Mullumbimby 62 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby 6684 3778

www.yamanmullumbimby.com.au

Open 7 days. Mon–Wed: 9am–8pm Thu–Sun: 9am–8.30pm

NOW OPEN FOR BREAKFAST AND LUNCH EVERY DAY FROM 8AM UNTIL 2PM

Vegan bar and kitchen. Open every day Brunch 8am – 2pm Dinner 5pm – 9pm 11 Fletcher Street 6680 7418 www.nobonesbyronbay.com.au

The Empire

Bacon and egg English muffin with any coffee for $10 or with Bloody Mary $15

Open 7 days: S,S 9am–3pm, Mon–Thurs 8.30am–4pm, Fri 8.30am–8.00pm Dine in, takeaway, licensed FB/Insta: EmpireMullum empiremullum.com.au 20 Burringbar St, Mullum 6684 2306

HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY 5–6PM $12 Cocktails / $6 beers / $8 wines

Authentic Mexican in a relaxed, fresh and bright atmosphere. This is slow ‘fast food’ with all produce sourced locally. Mexican blend Moonshine coffee by day, margaritas by night, TACOS all day long! Family friendly and specials each night. Coffee: 7am – 11.30am Dinner: 5pm – 9pm Saturday Lunch: 11.30am – 3pm Open Mon – Sat: Closed Sundays

Legend Pizza

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

Byron Bay Deli 6/25–27 Lawson Street 6680 8700 Open Monday to Saturday 9am to 5.30pm

The Rocks @ Aquarius

Located in Mullum Ex-Services Club

58 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2533 www.societabistro.com

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Proudly serving Byron and beyond with the finest gourmet foods for over 20 years. Fine cheese, antipasto, charcuterie, and now our own luxury organic ice cream. We have everything you need for lunch, dinner and that special occasion. Enjoy lunch, coffee or exquisite treats in our cafe or take home ready meals. Party platters, hampers, catering – an infinite selection of fine foods.

Our Rocking New Fresh Summer Menu Come and join us at the Rocks for some delicious summer bites! We have just launched a new menu, and have a range

Breakfast/Lunch of home-made, locally sourced meals at affordable prices. Try 7 days from 7am our new salmon ceviche, sizzling brekkie skillet or our crispy 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay pork bahn-mi roll! Cool yourself down with an iced coffee, or why not try our new nutty date smoothie to kick start your 6685 7663 – Menus at day! Indoor and outdoor seating available. Fully licenced. therocksbyronbay.com.au

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

Gourmet burgers created by chefs Cocktails, wine and beers served all damn day. Group bookings available, please email mainstreetburgerbar@gmail.com for reservations.

Modern Australian Cuisine with a heavy influence of local sustainable produce. Open: Tuesday–Friday 3–8pm Saturday 2–8.30pm Sunday 3–7pm Open: Wed–Sunday, 12pm till late Come and enjoy a fresh craft beer brewed on site and a selection of burgers, healthy bowls, pub classics and Mexican favourites. With weekday $15 meal specials including a beer, and happy hour Wed–Fri 4–6pm.

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

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

Pho Beef Noodle Soups, Special Lunch Stir-fries and Vermicelli Noodles

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

Barrio Eatery & Bar

Traditional Vietnamese Foods

Phone orders welcome 6680 9223

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

18–20 Marvell Street, Byron Bay 6685 6202 0419 217 144

Handcrafted spirits using locally sourced ingredients.

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

Chupacabra

Our Table Byron Bay

CELLAR DOOR – TASTINGS & TOURS

Bay Pho

1 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 7632

18 Jonson Street 6680 8832

Live acoustic music – Fridays 6pm

4 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 9183

Byron Bay

Open 7 days 11.30am until late Call to make a reservation or for takeaway orders

Happy hour AFTERNOONS 4–6pm daily $12 Cocktails, $7 beers, $8 wines, $13 Moet

Loft Byron Bay

Open Tuesday–Saturday 12 noon – 5pm 7, 4 Banksia Drive, Byron Bay 8646 4901

Main Street

DINE AT DUSK 2 Course $40, 3 Course $50 – seated by 5.30pm only

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

Lord Byron Distillery

Shop 6/13 Lawson Street 6680 9300 FB thehideoutbyronbay insta @thehideoutbyronbay

OPEN - 7 days Breakfast & Lunch Dinner Tuesday to Saturday All day menus, licensed bar

Targa Modern European

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Handcrafted Malawach, Falafel, Pita Pocket, Middle Eastern spices… blended with the tradition of Yemen and the vibe of Mullumbimby. Visit and experience authentic atmosphere and culture. Dine-in, Takeaway and BYO Vegan & Gluten-Free friendly Special Edition Humus Plate every Wednesday.

The Empire is where it’s at!

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

Open Friday nights! Friday happy hour 4–6pm Pasta Fridays until 8pm. Serving up homemade pasta with an ever changing menu and vegan options.

The place to go for a relaxed, delicious meal, with a varied menu offering quality dishes made from local ingredients, as well as creative Italian specials. Tuesday – 2 for 1 shnitzel night Thursday – kids eat free Saturday – pasta and salad buffet $17 Sunday – Sunday roast $17

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

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

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CELEBRATIONS Celebrations Catering By Liz Jackson

BY LIZ JACKSON

Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management

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

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Magic Murwillumbah Explore the Tweed

Equinity Horse & Rider Emporium

Mount Warning Tours provides amazing experiences in naturally beautiful places in the Tweed Valley & beyond. Experience fabulous scenery, taste delicious local food and enjoy hand-crafted beverages from locally sourced ingredients, on all of their unique cruises and tours. Explore the Tweed from paddock to plate, and from rainforest to coast, with the multi-award winning Mount Warning Tours.

The smell of quality leather saddles, bridles, and belts. A visual feast of rustic decor, an array of products, and the welcoming, accepting atmosphere makes this north coast equine specialty store a real experience!

Their naturally immersive eco-cruises, outdoor experiences and sightseeing tours take you to extraordinary places to enjoy the fabulous scenery and amazing bio-diversity of the Tweed Valley and hinterland.

Equinity also supports the Centre for Real, who provide Equine Experiential Therapy for people with PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Equinity donates ten per cent of all HorseOm shirt sales to subsidise sessions for those in need.

Mount Warning Tours is an accredited Tourist Service operator (Accreditation Number 39734) for sightseeing tours and charters, and is a licensed Point-toPoint Transport Operator. They are also a licensed provider of cruise excursions, boat charters, pontoon boat hire, ecoexperiences and self-guided kayak adventures on the Rous River Canoe Trail at Tumbulgum, Northern NSW.

Visit Equinity Horse and Rider Emporium on Facebook: @equinityhorseandrideremporium and instore at 29 Prospero St, Murwillumbah 6672 9486. 2

Stocking quality and local products: • saddlery & tack • feeds & supplements • helmets & boots • rugs & repairs • Grovers Country Clothing

Explore the Tweed with Mount Warning Tours and Tweed Valley Cruises.

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Steampunk, a shop with a difference Cliff and Anne from Cliffords Metal Recycling in Murwillumbah have now been in their new premises for 18 months.

Australian Law Group Australian Law Group and Heydons Lawyers have lawyers in family law, property law, litigation and wills and estate. Heydons Lawyers and the Australian Law Group merged in May 2019, which has allowed the practice to grow with extensive experience from solicitors in all areas of law.

Adjoining the yard is their shop, containing a mixture of unique and eclectic items that have been made on-site from the scrap metal they have collected. The items range from copper and brass lights to garden sculptures and upcycled funky furniture, often made from old relics. They are also now making bespoke pieces for returning customers, including props for movie sets. It is well worth a day out to visit this shop! 60-64 Quarry Road, South Murwillumbah 0411 507 885 cliffordsmetalrecycling.com.au

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Brad Heydon has remained as consultant for the firm, so with Brad and Justin Peters (Managing Director) at the helm, the firm offers a strong, family law, property, litigation and wills and estate team. Following the merger the business has had wonderful growth in new clients while continuing to provide strong service to clients new and old. Australian Law Group’s motto is “Clients are our priority”. With lawyers in all areas ready and willing to assist you, call their offices: Murwillumbah: 15 Prince Street, (02) 6685 6188 Byron Bay: 1/9 Fletcher Street, (02) 6685 6188 Email: justinp@alglawyers.com.au or brad.heydon@heydons.com

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Beverleys on Main Don't miss their ANNUAL BRA SALE. 20% discount on all bras and briefs. A great variety of styles and brands including Berlei, Triumph, Playtex, FineLines, Jockey and Bonds, with larger sizes available. And they do fittings! The beautiful Tweed River

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Magic Murwillumbah Gelato & Co Gelato & Co. has scooped up one of Australia’s most prestigious ice-cream awards with their refreshing new take on the gelato industry, winning 13 awards at the 2019 Queensland and Sydney Royal Shows, including the Grand Champion Ice-Cream, Gelato or Sorbet of Show. Gabrielle and her small team make almost 200 litres of fresh gelato each week from their boutique pop-up store in Murwillumbah. And every scoop is selling out! Everything is delicious, made from scratch, and is gluten free, gelatin free, and egg free. Open Fri/Sat 1–9pm, Sun 1–4.30pm 115 Murwillumbah Street, Murwillumbah Follow them on Instagram for updates about their new store opening! @gelatoandco

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Murwillumbah Cycles The team at Murwillumbah Cycles are happy to see rain after the dry spell, and they have plenty of action happening in the shop! They are over-the-moon to be stocking SPECIALIZED, and they’re making a bold statement with their 2020 Turbo Levo Comp full suspension electric Mountain Bike – a must-experience! Pop in and test ride it and/or hire their new full-suspension Specialized Stumpjumper. Being so passionate about cycling, their mission is to help you enjoy your cycling experience, regardless of your ability, so they not only provide test rides to help you choose the right bike for you, they also hire out bikes and provide support from servicing and repairs to improving your ride with their wide range of accessories. The Rail-trail and the Uki MTB tracks are getting closer – and they can’t wait to see this become a reality, anticipating some seriously fun times ahead! 3/27 Wollumbin Street, Murwillumbah 02 6672 3620 murwillumbahcycles.com.au

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Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre As Summer comes to an end and the cooler weather approaches, the Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre has it covered with heated indoor pools and friendly, helpful staff. They have a state of the art hydrotherapy pool with a ramp entry that is heated to 34 degrees, making it excellent for any type of rehabilitation, relaxation or therapy. You will notice the difference after your first visit. They also have a four lane 25m lap pool for those wanting to continue their swimming over winter. If you just want to spend some time playing with the kids, they have a teaching pool heated to 32 degrees. Several pools are indoors and they are right in the heart of town. Why not take the drive and check it out, you will be amazed at what magic Murwillumbah offers. They look forward to seeing you soon. 6-8 Tumbulgum Rd, Murwillumbah 02 6670 2750 FB: facebook.com/TweedRegionalAquaticCentre trac.tweed.nsw.gov.au

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The Shire Seamstress Satisha Young is The Shire Seamstress, and one of the new artists to join the thriving & lively artisan collective at M-Arts Precinct. As an experienced fashion designer turned sustainable seamstress she is all about saving the Shire – one stitch at a time! Satisha, previously known as the Byron Seamstress, is passionate about inspiring and empowering everyone to rethink how their fashion choices impact the planet's sustainability.

Sutto’s Floor Coverings Family owned and operated, Sutto’s Floor Coverings specialise in domestic and commercial flooring with a range of carpet, vinyl planks and timber flooring options, all available in a variety of sizes.

In addition to her services including mending, alterations, refashioning, made2-measure and home furnishings, her new studio space now enables her to offer individual tuition classes and group workshops. Open Tues-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 12-5pm Studio 2, M-Arts Precinct, Cnr of Brisbane St & Proudfoots Lane, Murwillumbah | 0499918925 FB & Instagram: @TheShireSeamstress www.theshireseamstress.com

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They offer a large range of eco+ and wool carpets, which are beautifully soft to touch. Their vinyl planks capture the essence of woods, stones, metals and sport some original graphic designs. Their timber flooring can be made from real timbers, or with a core containing HDF, hardwood or plywood with a finishing layer of real timber on the top. They offer flooring installation in Tweed and Byron Shires.

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Magic Murwillumbah Mavis’s Kitchen 2020 2020 sees the return of Mavis’s Fortunate Event series. Mavis’s Kitchen core values: food grown organically, sourced locally, picked seasonally. But Mavis’s is even more than that! Relax into the breathtaking beauty that surrounds you to enjoy what we call “those magical Mavis’s moments”. With only four long table events this year you will need to subscribe to get the details before they sell out. Each is themed, with musicians and local producers. This year’s events include: South American Fire Feasts, Everything Gin, Venison Wild Game, and a Vegan Long Table. Other not-to-be-missed events include: April’s Easter Sunday Funday, and in May, the Northern Rivers Harvest Trail, In May and September: Faulty Towers will be performing at The Gallery Café & Mavis’s. August sees Mavis & The Magic Theatre, and Doggy Disco. September, Father’s Day Mavis’s Cup Cricket, and in November, Day of the Dead Mexican Celebrations. If you would like to join in on the fun, or create your own long table, call Ursula 02 6679 5664, 64 Mt Warning Road, Mt Warning 11 Keep up to date on Facebook or maviseskitchen.com.au.

Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat Relax, Luxury, Rainforest. Seclusion, privacy and an exquisite natural backdrop make Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat the ideal setting for a weekend escape, a romantic getaway or honeymoon. Nestled at the base of the World Heritage Listed Springbrook National Park, on the NSW/QLD border are just 13 luxurious private cabins, bungalows and lodges hidden amongst 250 acres of stunning rainforest. Each bungalow contains a king-sized bed, fully equipped kitchen, stereo and a luxurious double spa-bath or solid marble bath overlooking the rainforest.

Mill & Make - shop | create A contemporary yarn shop located in the heart of the thriving M-Arts Precinct. Their aim is to support and inspire the next generation of makers through the reinvention of the knitting and crochet experience ~ with YARN, CLASSES & COMMUNITY. Join them for a weekly “learn to knit or crochet” class ~ or a specialised fibre-based workshop. They are a “Wool and the Gang” flagship store ~ stocking their contemporary yarns and patterns, ranging through six sizes for all body shapes and sizes. They also have a curated selection of beautiful handmade knitwear, Australian indie yarns, high quality notions, books, magazines and tools.

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Magic Murwillumbah Property Information Evening Whether you are thinking of buying or selling property in 2020? You can find out everything you need to know at Raine & Horne's Property Information Evening, to be held on Thursday 27 February from 5:30-7:30pm at their Murwillumbah office. You're invited to attend this free event to hear industry professionals share expert tips on property-related topics. There will be a range of industry experts presenting, including financial planners, leading building companies, accountants, home stylists, photographers and conveyancers. Numbers are limited, so you must register today to avoid disappointment. See you there! RSVP: sally.scott@oceanshores.rh.com.au or call freecall 1800 547 848. 15 Commercial Road, Murwillumbah.

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Mayberry Meldrum Anderson accountants and taxation consultants Nick Moran grew up in Murwillumbah and moved back to the area ten years ago, living for several years in Byron Shire before settling back in Murwillumbah to give his family the childhood in the Northern Rivers that he loved. Nick says about Murwillumbah: ‘There is a growing sense of pride in the town, its unique character, and the people who live here, making it a great place to visit, to do business, and to raise a family’. Nick has worked closely with Paul Mayberry at Mayberry Meldrum Anderson for over nine years and it has rubbed off. Existing and new clients can expect the same service that has made Paul Mayberry such a trusted adviser for over 30 years. ‘We believe in delivering excellent advice at a fair and reasonable price, and we don’t just see our clients as customers, but take a genuine interest in their financial and business lives.’ 315 Tweed Valley Way, Murwillumbah 6684 7415 mmaacc.com

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Floral Appreciation - Judy Oakenfull Exhibition Friday 21 February to Sunday 3 May 2020 Official Opening Friday 21 February 6–8pm DST Historically, flowers have been considered symbols of the feminine. Murwillumbah-based artist Judy Oakenfull considers what the increasing popularity of native flowers might suggest about contemporary femininity. “Personally, I do not want to be soft, pretty and fragile like a rose or a carnation. I would much rather be tough, earthy and full of character like a Banksia flower. Neither do I want to be cultivated and kept in a vase. I would rather be in the bush and connected with nature.”- Judy Oakenfull Flower Portraits Drop In Drawing Session Sunday 1 March, 10am - 4pm DST, Free Drop in to the Gallery Foyer to observe the artist at work. Taking inspiration from a selection of Judy's ‘flower portraits’ and create your own wild-flower portrait from the native flowers provided.

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The Foundry Murwillumbah Annual Sale Event is now on with selected homewares, giftware and stationery items up to 50% off. There’s never been a better time to pick up your favourite brands, including Sunny Life, Minidip and William Morris & Co at this special discounted price. This is the place for readers, dreamers and creators, and those who wish to be inspired or take time out! Take a trip to The Foundry Murwillumbah where you’ll find books, magazines, stationery, unique quality toys, games, newspapers, NSW Lotteries, local and tourist mementos and more. So much to see, you’ll be sure to find gifting inspiration for someone special, for you, or for your home. The Foundry Murwillumbah – News, Lifestyle & Gift Emporium 90 Murwillumbah Street, Murwillumbah Facebook | Instagram: @thefoundrymurwillumbah

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Hayes Toyota The management and staff of Hayes Toyota would like to thank all their clients for supporting their business for more than one hundred years. They could not have done it without you. They have witnessed a lot of changes in the area throughout those years. They’ve had some good times together, and some hard times together but they have always made it through. They are looking forward to many more fantastic years of providing outstanding service in sales, service, parts, and finance. Drop in and say hi to the friendly staff at Hayes Toyota Murwillumbah. They are always ready to help you with all your motoring needs. 32–42 Prospero Street, South Murwillumbah 6672 1666 hayestoyota.com.au

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THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF THE MELBOURNE SKA ORCHESTRA Last year, The Melbourne Ska Orchestra took home the 2019 ARIA for best World Music Album. They certainly earned it. Comprising up to 36 members, led by Nicky Bomba, this award came at the end of a year of ska – the band’s commitment to releasing one song a week. The Melbourne Ska Orchestra are a lot of fun, but they also know how to work. ‘We adopted this hard work ethic a couple of years back, and it was obvious we were a fairly prolific band – and that a band this size gets recognition – and the project is sticking and people know there is something special about it. We dedicated one year of ska – one song per week. There was a lot of work involved, and passion, blood, sweat and tears. But to be recognised [with the ARIA award] that we are doing good work,

and they are good songs, and we are a good team – it was great!’ says Nicky Bomba. Melbourne Ska Orchestra operates like a family. It’s the key, Bomba believes, to the powerful unity within the band. ‘A lot of us come from big families and there is a sweet balance, certain attitudes and conversations and perspectives and perceptions you have to have to maintain the balance of the brood. There are a lot of dynamic options and a lot of talent – the hardest is filtering out, or putting in, the mechanisms so everyone’s voice can be heard – and that is important for me. The goal of the band is the multicultural mix and the characters and dynamic people. When you join the band, you get how it operates, and that ego has to be left behind. We are like this cruise liner and everyone is on it going “What is my role on this ship?” Naturally it fits into the scheme of things that you need a captain [that’s Bomba], and a tour manager, and someone doing the charts… there are different elements and roles in the band, and people have to step up. It’s a military operation – but you

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do it with the essence of joy and love for the music – and we know you don’t sweat the small stuff!’ So how do you get a band of such enormous proportions disciplined to produce a song every week? ‘At the start we had a bit of prep – we treated 52 songs like a card set – four lots of 13. On the first CD you were going to get an education of ska, so we did that first, the next batch were TV and movie themes which is a famous thing in the ska genre – so let’s do Game of Thrones and Curb your Enthusiasm and Family Guy – that was a task, to hold the integrity of the song but keep the danger and mystery of what ska music is. And then it got hairy and scary – we were composing on the spot for the last 26 songs. This is where the joy happened.’ Some of the magic of The Melbourne Ska Orchestra is its multiculturalism. Band members are Maltese, Venezualan, Italian, Trinidadian, Jamacian, Scottish, English and Greek. ‘It’s a really good reflection of Melbourne and the world of ska,’ says Nicky. ‘The type

of ska we are doing is international, and apart from dropping songs that respect ska, we offer a global ska.’ Melbourne Ska Orchestra are coming to Mullumbimby. It’s a gig Nicky Bomba loves. ‘Mullum has a special spot for us. When you are on tour with the band, playing in the Northern Rivers is kind of like one of those things you have to do as a musician. Part of my musical adolescence was playing the Rails and Bluesfest. It’s a great place to start the tour – Mullumbimby Civic Hall. The town hall gigs are the ones about connection. We like to set up a harmonic electronic loop that creates a beautiful bubble that only exists for two hours. The Mullum Hall is the perfect place to do it. I feel it every time. Our goal is not just playing the songs for people, but having them leave elevated, with a smiles on their faces.’ The Melbourne Ska Orchestra play Mullumbimby Civic Hall on Friday 28 Feb, at 7pm. Tickets are $40 from melbourneskaorchestra.com

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ON FEMALE FRIENDSHIPS Someone said to me once how great it must be for my ego, being a performer and having all the hot dudes come up to me after a show. That’s never happened. I am, and have always been, a chick magnet. Men don’t listen to a mouthy in-your-face woman like me and think; wow I can’t wait to meet her so she can tell me what’s wrong with me. I scare men. That’s why women like me. It’s always women who want to meet me. It’s women who are attracted to what they perceive as a show of strength – a sister who has the courage to put herself in the firing line. Either I’m brave, or stupid, or both. I think they come to meet me to work out which. They tell me funny stories, they confide personal details of their life, they thank me, and if they’re a bit drunk they hug me and get a selfie with me. It’s kind of lovely. I like that women who don’t know me find me approachable. I’ve even been hugged and kissed by two young girls in a long queue for the port-a-loos at a music festival. I was impressed that I had broadened my demographic to under 25’s, but as they snapped selfie’s they confessed ‘Our mums love you’. It’s certainly a gift to be loved by women, even if they use their daughters as a proxy. I am a woman’s woman. I was thinking the other day how stupid and insincere Valentine’s day is – and why do we only celebrate romantic love? With relationship failures more prevalent than successes, perhaps we need to acknowledge the people who stick by us. The ones who listen to us repeat ourselves over and over as we trawl through the emotional autopsy of a failed romance, the ones who come over when we’re sad, or celebrate our successes. The ones who pick our kids up from school so we can work, who put us in a cab and send us home when we’ve drunk too much. The ones who notice we’ve lost weight, or put it on, and know which one they should comment on. These are our female friends. These are the relationships that last a lifetime. In a sense, for me as a woman with a chequered husbandhistory, my women friends are my ‘forevers’. I still have girlfriends from when I was three, girlfriends I went to school with, girlfriends who confessed to hating me from afar – until they got to know me and love me close up – girlfriends I shared houses with when I was at uni, girlfriends I met in cafes when we waitressed together, girlfriends who were friends of my partner, and when we split they shifted allegiance. I have girlfriends I met at parties. One I met on a plane. Even girlfriends whose boyfriends I ‘accidentally’ slept with. I have always attracted strong female friendships. I love women. I love my rich array of women friends. I love how different they are. They are mothers, artists, teachers, comedians, musicians, dancers, writers, businesswomen, gardeners and humanitarians. They are young and they are old, and they are my age. I remember how I met each of them; that spark of attraction that fired between two women who recognised another from her tribe. It’s almost as compelling as falling in love – that recognition of deep belonging and sisterhood. As girls grow up, patriarchy divides our inner world. We are quietly socialised into being in constant competition with other women. It’s at the core of our being. Is she prettier than me? Thinner than me? More worthy? This internal narrative destroys friendships by eroding our sense of self. When that drops, and you get to truly love a female friend without feeling diminished by her amazingness – it’s wonderful! It’s this warm feeling that someone sees you for who you are when your make-up is off and your tracksuit pants are on. When your eyes are swollen and your face is panda-beared with mascara from the tears. So maybe, in this three weeks that sit between Valentine’s Day and International Women’s Day we could celebrate the power and beauty of our female friendships? Let’s have a frizzy-hair tracksuit-pants day to honour the love and loyalty of our female friends.

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LET IT RAIN: BUSHFIRE APPEAL FUNDRAISER Jasper Corner (aka Federal Hall) is hosting an epic fundraiser to support both animals and families affected by the recent bushfires. The event will see seven acts hit the stage, including Sky Eater, Viva Lava, Neil Junior, Gaby and Colin, Short Circuit, Spliffun and Double Trouble. Starting at 4.30pm until late. Kids under 12 are free. Tickets are a donation of $10, $15 or $20. Pre-sales are available at trybooking.com, or pay at the door. Yummy eats provided by Warung Tuti. BYO drinks. There will be raffles, prizes, and a few special surprises. All proceeds will be split between WIRES, for their animal rescue programs, and Blazeaid who help to re-build fences and structures on rural properties to secure livestock and vegetation. Let it Rain: Bushfire Appeal Fundraiser, Federal Hall Sunday, 4.30pm.

LATE NIGHT TUNES WITH NOON With five ARIAs in her stash, singer songwriter Katie Noonan has announced her upcoming mini-album release Late Night Tunes with Noons, sharing her interpretation of iconic Australian songs, as well as featuring a new original song I Found You. The idea started when Katie posted a short video on Instagram of her learning a Hunters and Collectors classic for an upcoming event. After garnering such a strong response from fans, Katie created a late-night video series where she interprets some of her favourite Aussie songs, from across multiple decades, in her intimate and dynamic style. The eight-track mini-album really showcases Katie’s magical interpretation of classic’s new and old; taking on Tones and I, Emma Louise, Jarryd James, Jordan Rakei, Hunters & Collectors, Cold Chisel and Powderfinger. Katie’s sublime voice transports each of these covers to a new place, captured by Muso TV – Katie also recorded a live video-series to share each performance in its most intimate state. In support of the new release Katie will be taking her intimate solo show around the country Don’t miss the seven-time platinum songstress as she takes this uniquely Australian intimate performance around the country – proving why she’s consistently voted one of the country’s best voices. Check her out at the Bruns Picture House, Saturday at 7pm

THIS IS THE CUZZO’S CUZZO After a groundbreaking year for Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird, the ‘bird is gearing up for an even bigger 2020, beginning with a summer tour’, they say. 2019 saw the release of the Melburnian quintet’s standout singles Joy, Hot Pink and Best Face to London, as well as their acclaimed sophomore album New Romancer. They toured the UK and Ireland, playing sold out shows in London, as well as performing at The Great Escape Festival (Brighton, UK), and around Australia – twice. Riding high in the US NACC college radio charts, the Melbourne exponents of Indie art-pop are currently on their summer tour, sharing the love, and farewelling New Romancer, before they head to Austin, Texas – where they have been invited to play at the music world’s premiere global showcase, SXSW! They’re revving it up this week at the Northern. Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird at the Hotel Great Northern, Friday.

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THE START OF FINNISH BLUEGRASS One thing Bluesfest does is, it allows you to hear music you might never have otherwise heard. One band I’m really looking forward to seeing is Finnish country band Steve ‘n’ Seagulls. Fronted by Tomi Tajakka, the band plays bluegrass versions of well-known hard rock and metal songs. It’s Nordic noir for the ear. Right now Steve ’n’ Seagulls are exploding all over the world – this will be their first time in Australia. ‘Around 2014 we kind of suddenly realized that some of our videos were getting a lot of exposure. After that we’ve been really fortunate to tour a lot of different parts in Europe, and then in North America numerous times. Then we’ve visited South America also, so I feel that we are more-than-lucky-guys to be able to go around and play music and have a good time, with people in different countries, so it’s been really nice’ says Tomi. The band comes from all over Finland. ‘Originally we’re all kind of from different parts of Finland, and at some point, the original lineup, we ended up studying in the middle parts of Finland in this town where there’s a big university and stuff like that. We moved there early in the 2000s. It’s a smallish town, so everybody who plays an instrument, at least half serious, you will at some point meet each other. And during the years we ended up playing in different line-ups together, or some of us played in some sort of bands together. Then in 2010

Steve ‘n’ Seagulls was formed as a side project, but then it just kind of stayed alive, and it started going through some sort of evolution from semi-electric to an acoustic line-up.’ Although there have been a few line-up changes, the idea has stayed the same. ‘We experiment with different acoustic instruments, mixing in parts of North American folk music and Finnish music and then metal, hard rock, whatever kind of rock fits in, so that’s the short version of the story, I would say. ‘Part of this band is that we like to have fun; and we love to have fun with our childhood idols. We don’t want to mock them, but we want to pay our respects to those iconic bands, and at the same time we feel that you can actually dig into music and be really serious about the musical input of the band, and musical output, and play as tight and good as you can, but at the same time you can have a lot of good times. And when people come see us or hear us, they also have an hour, two hours, three hours of a good time that night. It’s kind of a cool mixture of serious musicianship

and then something totally opposite’ says Tomi. ‘A lot of the songs that we cover, we grew up with. We’re mainly kids from the ‘90s – so a lot of these bands hit Finland pretty hard. And also classic rock has been there in our lives more or less.’ It was an ACDC cover of Thunderstruck that kicked off the viral YouTube success for Steve ‘n’ Seagulls. ‘That’s a huge reason that we’re actually even playing outside Finland! Because I think Thunderstruck was the third live video we did for our band. We didn’t have any plan at that point. To be honest with you, we were touring in Finland, and the band was just kicking in and we wanted to make those videos for our Finnish booking agent to have

something more than an email that says the usual; that we play this and this kind of music, and this kind of instruments. We thought that, because the line-up and the instrumentation is a little bit different, that it’s easiest to present it with a live video. Then we just uploaded it to YouTube and sent the link to our booking agent. But at some point, the videos just started spreading around to different web scenes, websites and fan sites and stuff like that. That’s how it kicked in.’ It’s not just ACDC – they do Metallica, Iron Maiden, Guns N’ Roses, The Offspring, Pantera. It’s really something else! Catch Steve ’n’ Seagulls at Bluefest! 9–13 April, bluesfest.com.au

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FUNDRAISER GIG FOR FIRIES (RFS) AT MAIN ARM GENERAL STORE Soak up the Funky tunes by D’Rumble on the verandah at the Main Arm General Store on Saturday afternoon for great tunes and vibes.

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SHADY BUSINESS Shady Nasty are a Sydney-based trio which formed in 2015. Their art is a dynamic experiment, drawing from alternative forms of punk and hip-hop. Coupled with a raucous live show, Shady Nasty offer compelling vignettes of their young adulthood unfolding in the diversity of Sydney: modding cars, Chinese heritage, making ends meet, menace and love. You can see them this week in Byron at the Hotel Great Northern, Saturday. www.echo.net.au/byron-echo Byron Shire Echo archives

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THE NATURAL FUTURE – IDEAS AND SOLUTIONS Dr Bronner’s CEO (Cosmic Engagement Officer), David Bronner is visiting from California for a film screening and meaningful conversation with Dan Fitzgerald (ReGen Ventures), and Patagonia Ambassador, Dave Rastovich. ‘How can we take the principles of regenerative agriculture and create lives and businesses that are truly regenerative by nature – going beyond ‘sustainable’ living by supporting nature and her healing powers?’ they ask. ‘We, as individuals, communities and companies, can do this collectively to create a regenerative future. Conversation topics include; hemp, fair trade, climate change and, most likely, surfing. The Natural Future; Ideas and Solutions. Byron Theatre, Saturday 7pm.

MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT Following its sell-out run in Sydney last year, Monty Python’s Spamalot is coming to the Gold Coast at HOTA, 5–7 March, on the only Queensland stop of its 2020 tour. Directed by Richard Carroll, and choreographed by Cameron Mitchell, this hilarious musical – which is lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. Audiences can expect the unexpected as a diverse, cross-gender cast of heroic-yet-foolish actors battle their way past various cows, killer rabbits and French people, in pursuit of claiming the legendary Holy Grail. A smash hit in both New York and London, as well as winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot redefines the word ‘epic’ and will be one not to miss during its limited Gold Coast run. Monty Python’s Spamalot will take place in the HOTA Theatre, for three days only. 5–7 March.

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THE CLIT STORY

How do you feel about your clitoris? When were you told you even had one? These are some of the questions that Vicky Jay asks 53 women in her documentary Me & Her. ‘The documentary interviews 53 women, from 15–76 about how they found ‘her’ and what they were taught. It’s an in-depth dive into a woman’s relationship with her clitoris. I had always been a pretty big feminist and I have always rooted for women, and a woman’s right to pleasure’ says Vicky Jay, the Crabbes Creek-based film maker. ‘I grew up with an incredible group of friends – we knew everything about each other. When I left home at 18 and came to Australia, I learnt it wasn’t the norm to have relationships that were this open – and I struggled with it. Why aren’t we talking about it? Why aren’t we asking our partners for what we need? I just think we don’t talk about women’s pleasure very much. ‘We are starting to talk about vaginas and periods, but not one woman I interviewed was ever told about her clitoris – here it is – this is for your pleasure; its sole purpose is pleasure. In fact, we were told quite the contrary. We all know men masturbate. Women’s masturbation is not talked about. Interviewing these women a few different “whys” came out – they think it may be more about control – that women in charge of their own pleasure are powerful, and hard to control. But the doco doesn’t intend to give an absolute “why” – the mission was to start a conversation, and for people to go home and say to their partners, “Do you masturbate? What do you do?” I think it should be a talked about thing, and people would be happier.’ Vicky recorded the 53 interviews in three days – speaking to women from Melbourne, the Gold Coast and Byron Bay. ‘We had very varying women’ says Vicki. ‘The two oldest were 74 and 76. One was starting to get into tantric sex at her age – she believed she was coming into the peak of her sexual experiences. The other woman had never orgasmed or self-pleasured in her life – she says it in a way that you have to work out what she meant. She was the grandmother of the youngest girl we interviewed, who had been masturbating since 13, and was preaching all should do it.’

The lack of information is something Vicky touches on with the women she speaks to. ‘In school, everyone is told how to (not) get pregnant, and how a man ejaculates – and I interviewed a sex-ed teacher – and the word clitoris wasn’t even in the curriculum. Religion is definitely an issue; we interviewed a few women from very religious families, and a lot said the sexual oppression really affected them. There was a woman who grew up in the Mormon church who didn’t masturbate until she was 27. She didn’t realise that something as simple as touching herself could bring you into liberation. ‘About three women out of my 53 had never reached orgasm. The older woman says it all in her expression; you can see she’s disappointed, she’s missed out on something, and there is this sense of loss’ says Vicky. ‘A lot of women didn’t know a lot about the vagina. For instance, that it has the same erectile tissue mass as the penis. At the launch we will have a gynaecologist and a sexologist there to have a talk after the documentary screens. We are diving into the history after the show.’ Me & Her, a documentary about clits has its world premiere at the Brunswick Picture House on Thursday 27 February, at 7pm. Tix are $15 from brunswickpicturehouse.com

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WOMEN LIKE KAT AND JENNY

For Mandy Nolan and Ellen Briggs, one of the joys of developing their Women Like Us show was building something other amazing women comics could step into. For the Ballina RSL show, Kat Davidson and Jenny Wynter step into the control briefs... these are two ladies who really know how to let rip! If my kid/s described me they would say… K: Weird… strange… one-of-akind… funny... not calm… epic… instagrammable. (I literally just asked her, and that’s what she said) J: Is she that weird lady who turns up and makes pancakes sometimes? When I wake up… K: I am relieved. J: I immediately start counting the minutes till nap-time. The biggest shock… K: Is when intelligent people do stupid things. J: Was finding out the truth about Santa. My Mum literally grabbed me and said ‘There is no Santa! I’m Santa!’ It was my own Darth Vader moment. I used to believe… K: That I could get up without making old person noises. That is no longer the truth. J: That my kids would never disrespect me because I’m a cool mum. Bahahahaha! When I dance I tend to… K: Do it like no one’s watching. J: Go way harder than my fitness levels should allow me to. Basically I defy science. My favourite position in the bedroom is… K: Taking up all of the bed. J: On my tummy, one arm by my side and the other over my face to block out the light. We’re talking sleep, right? When I do sexy talk… K: I like to use a kiwi accent. Apparently, it’s the sexiest in the world, also – it just sounds friendlier.

J: I inevitably turn it into a joke. Which, if you find comedy erotic, I suppose could be excellent. If I could have anything… K: I’d change the language settings on the bitchy voice in my head so I can’t understand any of the mean things she says about me. J: I would be in an 80s inspired musical where I get to play the part of a Julie Andrews/Jane Fonda hybrid. If I could change one thing about my husband… K: It would be his desire to run the fuel gauge to empty. J: Nothing. As I’m on hubby number two I’ve decided to embrace absolutely everything, and round him up to a 10. He’s stoked. When I am nude… K: I jiggle. J: I am at my most relaxed. Unless I’m in Coles at the time. That feels tense. When I step on stage with Women Like Us... K: I am home. I’m working with amazing women, for an audience that are warm, and ready to laugh, and hilarious themselves. It’s heaven. J: I honestly let out a squeal of inner joy. Women Like Us with Kat Davidson and Jenny Wynter, at the Ballina RSL on Friday 6 March. Tix $35 at the club or from ballinarsl.com.au.

TOURING THIS WORLD This World is the stunning debut release from a brand-new collaborative band formed by four of Australia’s most established and celebrated improvisers. Individually they have worked with some of the greatest musicians in the world: Coleman Hawkins, Pharoah Sanders, Hugh Masekala, Ian Moss, Yusef Lateef, Hermeto Pascoal, Charlie Haden, Michael Brecker, and Don Walker. New Zealand born pianist/composer Mike Nock (ONZM) is one of the acknowledged masters of jazz in Australasia. Based in Sydney since 1986, he previously spent 25 years in the USA. He is a recipient of the Don Banks Music Award and is an inductee of the Australian Jazz Bell Awards Hall of Fame. Mike has released a plethora of critically acclaimed albums under his own name, on many international labels, including his own label FWM. Jonathan Zwartz (also originally from NZ), and Sydney native Hamish Stuart, form one

of Australia’s great musical partnerships. For 30 years they have run Sydney’s Starfish Club together and are the first-call rhythm section for a who’s-who of the Australian music industry and international touring acts. Zwartz’ albums regularly top bestseller lists and have won numerous awards including an ARIA, an IR Award and a handful of Australian Jazz Bell Awards. Melbourne saxophonist Julien Wilson has been awarded almost every major accolade in Australian jazz, including the National Jazz Award, The Freedman Fellowship for Jazz, an APRA/AMCOS Art Music Award, and a Bell Award for Australian Jazz Musician of the Year. Since the mid ’90s he has maintained strong relationships with many Sydney musicians and regularly performs there. This Bay FM fundraising event is a night not to be missed by lovers of fine jazz! This World tour with Nock, Wilson, Stuart & Zwartz, Byron Theatre, Sunday 6pm.

COUNTRY WITCHES ASSOCIATION FOURTH MEETING Back by popular demand… Welcome to the fourth meeting of the CWA! The (dis)organisation everyone’s been waiting for – The Country Witches Association! Tired of waiting for change, creative women around the world are getting ready to stir the political pot – bringing comedy and music to the boil, to facilitate dangerous dialogues and uncomfortable collaborations. Irish troubadour, and Country Witch founding member, Áine Tyrrell says: ‘If you’re not doing something the church would have burnt you for 400 years ago, then you’re just not witching properly… or enough… or at all!’ The CWA Byron Bay Byron Brewery, Friday 7pm.

Culture makes people understand each other better. And if they understand each other better in their soul, it is easier to overcome the economic and political barriers. But first they have to understand that their neighbour is, in the end, just like them, with the same problems, the same questions. – Paulo Coelho

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THE SCIENCE OF FATE Are we really the masters of our own destiny? Neuroscientist Hannah Critchlow shows how far our future is already hardwired in our brains in this conversation event with Adam van Kempen. So many of us believe that we are free to shape our own destiny. But what if free will doesn’t exist? What if our lives are largely predetermined – hardwired in our brains – and our choices of what we eat, who we fall in love with, even what we believe, are not real choices at all?

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the extraordinary potential, as well as dangers, which come with being able to predict our likely futures – and looking at how we can alter what’s in store for us.

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Neuroscience is challenging everything we think we know about ourselves, revealing how we make decisions and form our own reality, unaware of the role of our unconscious mind.

Lucid, illuminating, and awe-inspiring, The Science of Fate revolutionises our understanding of who we are – and empowers us to help shape a better future for ourselves and the wider world.

Leading neuroscientist Hannah Critchlow draws vividly from everyday life, and other experts in their field, to show

The Science of Fate with Hannah Critchlow, presented by the Byron Writers Festival, Byron Theatre, Tuesday 6pm

JUST MERCY Just Mercy is a true-life story of a lawyer by the name of Byron Stevenson (Michael B. Jordan), who defended a man named Walter McMillian (Jamie Foxx), who is on death row for a crime he swore he didn’t commit. The movie takes place in the USA state of Alabama

where a small community is mourning the loss of a local woman who was gunned down. Despite a complete lack of evidence, authorities decided to indict Walter McMillian. From the start of the film, you get the sense that it could be incredible in terms of acting and

directing, although it might leave you empty when it comes to caring about the story. Fear not – it doesn’t take long for this feeling to be dispelled, and for you to get completely wrapped-up in it. Most critics agree with this sentiment, namely Plugged In, saying

‘Just Mercy is a beautiful example of the work, the courage and the faith it takes to push against the wrongs of this world’. And Neil Soans from Times of India assures us ‘Although Just Mercy takes its time to get there, the conclusion is unquestionably impactful’. However, critics at Empire disagree, saying of the film ‘An important story of injustice inspires, but fails to fully ignite, despite two towering central performances from Jamie Foxx and Michael B. Jordan’. Unlike a lot of loud and proud movies, the directing by Destin Daniel Cretton in this film makes you root for the respectful people in the room, and the subtle yet powerful acting, by Foxx and Jordan, slots in perfectly to create a great film.

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This week’s Sun and new moon swim into a watery cosmic quartet with Neptune and Mercury in Pisces, the zodiac’s most oceanic water sign… ARIES: Venus in Aries wants what she wants, now. Mars in Capricorn says ‘Do it my way’. Four planets in Pisces meander round the scenic route embracing this, forgetting that. Irritating? Exasperating? Pretty much – unless you accept retrograde Mercury’s invitation to relax, refresh, and go with the creative flow. TAURUS: When pesky retro Mercury throws glitches and bitches, delays, miscommunications and technological snafus into this week’s group activities, remember that the gift of this retrograde is less attention on order and logic, more on creative opportunities to listen to your intuition, be spontaneous and think outside of the box. GEMINI: With Gemini’s ruling planet Mercury entering a slippery, tricky period, things that looked promising can stall unexpectedly. Take this as your cosmic cue to go back to the drawing-board to review, reflect and reconsider. Don’t make assumptions, do stay negotiable. Listen to the voice of reason, even if you don’t like what it’s saying. CANCER: While confident Mars does wonders for your magnetism this week, it could also churn up strong emotions in the partnership department. But Mercury retrograde is great for creative solutions, so use your lateral Cancerian superpowers. And if things go haywire, just do what you do with electrics: switch off, wait a while, do a reset. LEO: For the first time in two years, Mars arrives in your zodiac zone of organisation for a six-week stay, forming a dynamic trio with Jupiter and Pluto. While the charge is there, use this window of life-improving opportunity to start something that seemed overwhelming. Hint: break it down into manageable, consecutive steps. VIRGO: With action planet Mars adding extra dazzle to Virgo charm and confidence this week, don’t give-in to Mercury retro’s inclination to critical pickiness. So people are forgetful, self-centred and pleasure driven – why not you too? Do something playful, spontaneous, frisky, flirty, artistic – especially during the new moon early next week.

LIBRA: With Mars heating things up on the home front in your safe haven this week, and Jupiter making mountains out of molehills, try not to get sharp or snarky. Stay calm. Keep what you can on-track, don’t fret or stress about what you can’t. Appreciate and enjoy all the things that are working. SCORPIO: If collaboration suddenly collapses, or something proceeding according to plan hits a speed bump, getting cranky and crabby could finish it off completely. Anyone’s intentions, even yours, can be misconstrued this week, which on the upside has an angel in disguise, or a gift in unfamiliar wrapping, waiting in the wings. SAGITTARIUS: If Mercury beating a retreat in your emotional security zone has you extra sensitive, it’s also an excellent cycle for taking time out from terse interactions and circular misunderstandings to focus on your own piece of this week’s puzzle, rather than other peoples’ faults, foibles and failings. CAPRICORN: Others might stall, but Capricorns are on the ball for this week’s juicy rush of let’s-do-it hormones. Which you’ll definitely need to keep everything on track and everyone on the same page with current attention spans as scattered as confetti in a whirlwind. AQUARIUS: With Mars in your zone of closure, issues you thought were sorted can resurface for that last layer of healing. Your judgment may be off, so read texts and emails carefully before pressing a send that could complicate life immeasurably. Good retro news? People from the past may return to assist. PISCES: Happy birthdays Fish folk! With energiser Mars in your house of friends, plus sun, new moon, Mercury and Neptune in Pisces, it’s your time to shine. Though with Murky retro in your sign, all the warnings apply: Back-up data. Communicate clearly. Spell things out. Confirm. Recheck that arrangements haven’t changed.

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Checking in with Janice Maple Property Insider checked in with Janice Maple during the week, to see how she is going after taking the bold step of going solo through the @realty group, last September. How have you found the transition from working within a team to working solo? It has been amazing! I run my own show under the @realty banner and I get to utilise all the knowledge and experience I have gained in working in real estate for almost 20 years. It is wonderful being able to make decisions which best support my clients without having to check back in with an ‘office’. As much as I am the face of Janice Maple @realty, there is a huge team behind me at the @realty head office who provide support with administration, trust accounting and marketing, which lets me focus on what I do best... working with my clients! Business seems to have been positive for you, would that be a correct assessment? Yes, I am blown away by how well supported I have been by my community. Thank you Bangalow and Clunes people! It’s so lovely to be able to support them too with competitive

Janice Maple @realty fees and marketing and the knowledge that I know the Bangalow market inside out, and passionately share that with them to get the best results. I don’t offer a ‘one size fits all’ selling campaign. Some owners want to list their property quietly, whilst others want to do auctions, or sell by private treaty. What do you have planned for the first half of this year?

After a slow January spent with my kids, I’m looking forward to getting back into a routine. I love an organised week! Working from home I am able to have a great balance with work and my other interests, specifically organising fun events and activities for our women’s social club, The INClub, in Bangalow and surrounds. We have a great program that I also facilitate, around my work commitments. Are you looking for any specific properties that you have buyers for? I am! I’m always looking for properties in Bangalow as there are always buyers wanting to buy there. Having been in Bangalow for so many years, I’m the go-to agent for a lot of buyers. I’m getting calls all the time asking what I have coming up, and do I have anything off-market? Some owners may not know that I also sell properties in Bangalow off-market. I sold three properties prior to Xmas that were not publicly marketed. Whether you are an owner who wants to sell, or are a genuine buyer looking to buy in Bangalow, then you really should make contact with me so we can have a chat. How long, on average, is it taking you to find the right buyers for the properties you have listed?

It depends on a few factors, but some properties are not hitting the market at all, and some go through the process and can take a couple of months. It’s all about timing and price! There are a few female agents in the area under the @realty banner. Why do you think that is? Interesting question. There are both male and female @realty agents in our greater area, and across Australia there are over 580 @realty agents, and I am unsure of what the percentage split between male and female is. For me, I like the model that @realty provide. They offer a lot of support for very little cost, which allows me to pass-on the savings to my clients. It is also the model for the future I believe, as we move away from requiring an office. Let’s face it, our business is done at the properties, and then on the phone. I don’t need an expensive office with overheads to best service my clients, and the past five months have proven that. If any real estate agents are interested in learning more about the @realty model, I would be happy to have a confidential chat with them. I love the freedom and flexibilty it offers me!

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1/81B Rajah Road, Ocean Shores Absolutely stunning new home with huge ocean views. Discover for yourself this rare, elevated and private location 90m above & away from the street in the heart of Ocean Shores. This home is a class above in design & quality with the latest and finest inclusions.

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1 Left Bank Road, Mullumbimbimby Set on gently sloping 4000sqm, this property has direct creek access. The double brick house is extremely well built with suspended concrete slab, which is rarely seen these days. Open plan kitchen and dining have views over the property with established fruit trees and gardens.

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Inspect Saturday 22nd Feb 11-11.30am Price $1,150,000 Todd Buckland 0408 966 421

23 Palmer Avenue, Ocean Shores Delivering sweeping ocean views, this architecturally designed home offers it all. Thoughtfully arranged, the floorplan provides ideally for a family - a vast master retreat, study, hardwood floors, landscaped gardens, two decks, media room and huge laundry.

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This newly renovated home is just a 1 km stroll to the beach and cafes. Set on 755m2 with a private, spacious, north facing entertainment deck overlooking National Park. Improvements include solid blackbutt floors & fresh paint throughout, country style kitchen , landscaping and new lighting.

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Inspect By appointment Inspect Price Saturday 22nd Feb 10-10.30am $800,000 to $840,000 Price $849,000 Gary Brazenor 0423 777 237 Todd Buckland 0408 966 421

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This custom-built timber home has character and individuality. A grand formal entry, magnificent ocean views from decks on three sides, master retreat, 5 metre cathedral ceilings and generous dimensions make this home stand out from the crowd.

206 Overall Drive, Pottsville

This newly renovated home is just a 1 km stroll to the beach and cafes. Set on 755m2 Spacious & contemporary quiet with a private, spacious, home north infacing location. With stylish, high-quality features, entertainment deck overlooking National vaulted ceilings, natural cross Park. Improvements includelight solidand blackbutt flow &ventilation inviting the summer floors fresh paint throughout, country style breezes,and winter sun. Covered alfresco kitchen landscaping and new lighting. area adjoining open plan kitchen/living area. Master with ensuite & walk in robe.

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Tastefully renovated brick three-bedroom house with private tropical garden in one of Bruns’ best streets. Options galore with immaculate, approved self-contained studio with rear lane entry and income. Plus office/garage with DA approval for conversion to 2 bed granny flat.

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2OG 3DFLÀF +Z\ Brunswick Heads The extensive renovations of this property include tasteful new bathrooms and a new kitchen upstairs. The exterior facelift includes new rendering, paint and a new roof. If a secondary dwelling is what you’re after, the dual access would be ideal for a backyard granny flat.

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Inspect Saturday 22nd Feb 2-2.30pm Price $1,290,000 Todd Buckland 0408 966 421

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29 TWEED STREET, BRUNSWICK HEADS INSPECT: THURSDAY 2–2.30pm SATURDAY 1.30–2pm

INSPECT: THURSDAY 3–3. 30pm FRIDAY 12–12. 30pm

AUCTION AUCTION: Saturday 22nd February onsite 2pm Motivated sellers have bought elsewhere! The most affordable house currently for sale in town could be your stepping stone into this tightly held seaside village. World class entertainment, fabulous eateries, and a 24-hour gym are all within an easy stroll from your front door. Flat walk or cycle to pristine swimming holes, river and patrolled surf beaches. Classic 1930’s character home built using timber from the original Hotel Brunswick with hardwood floors and 11 foot ceilings. Don’t look back with regret and say ‘I could’ve bought that in 2020 for $…’

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY!

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A Stone’s Throw

Chic, spacious commercial unit in prime position adjacent to Stone and Wood, BP and McTavish Surfboards available for lease. • Large 183m2 light industrial warehouse. • Mezzanine, two car spaces, two bathrooms. • Polished concrete floors, stunning kitchenette. • North aspect, double height roller door. • Glass sliding door, screens & good ventilation. • Well insulated, ceiling fans and dry. • Easy access to M1, close to transport. • Walk to supermarket, cafes & beach. • For Lease: $770 per week (inc GST) + outgoings.

‘Salem’- 1897

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Pool Parties in Paradise

10 Old Pacific Highway, Brunswick Heads 60 Hillcrest Drive, Tintenbar 11 Balemo Drive, Ocean Shores $1,290,000 $1490,000 to $ 1,590,000 4 3 1 4 2 2 6 2 3

This great Brunswick Heads property is a box ticker. The home has had extensive renovations with tasteful new bathrooms and a new kitchen upstairs. The exterior facelift includes new rendering and paint as well as a new roof. Other features, such as high ceilings with 1940’s decorative cornice and the original hardwood flooring give the home a charming and endearing feel. The block has rear lane entry and a big fully fenced backyard. There’s plenty of room for the kids to play, as well as store the caravan or boat. If a secondary dwelling is what you’re after, the dual access would be ideal for a backyard granny flat. The property is situated in a fantastic spot, within 100m of the Brunswick River, and everything else the village offers is only short walk away. With interest rates so low, the rental return from this property, when fully developed, is very attractive, not to mention the capital growth possible in this sought-after coastal town. Inspect: Saturday 2.00–2.30pm Contact: Todd Buckland – 0408 966 421 Byron Shire Real Estate

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‘Salem’ – Hebrew for peace. A gorgeous old homestead and dairy bails on a beautiful and manageable two acres. Over 120 years old and getting more alluring with age. The house, along with the large c1906 dairy, retains all the features and character of its time and it stands as a magnificent snapshot of yesteryear. Original sash windows, French doors opening onto bull-nose verandahs, teak lined 11 foot ceilings and walls, classic Federation internal archway and timber floors with a patina that only 120 years of use can give you. The property was the home of the first mayor of the newly formed Tintenbar Shire – Captain William Harold Fredericks. He and his wife Ama Isobel Fredericks built the home in 1897, primarily from eastern Teak which was harvested and milled on the original 185 acre farm. The owners have already bought in South Australia and committed to the big move. Inspect: By appointment Contact: Gary Brazenor – 0423 777 237 Todd Buckland – 0408 966 421 Byron Shire Real Estate

For Sale

Fantastic value for money, this rock-solid home is an entertainer’s dream, perfect for endless summer pool parties with plenty of space for large families and guests. • Sparkling in-ground 9m x 4m swimming pool. • Ducted air conditioning throughout house. • Solar electricity with 24 panels reduces energy bills. • Walk to cafe, adjacent to the golf course, five minutes to Bruns. • Less than five minutes from pristine surf beaches & festival site. • Large 968m2 block, space for granny flat (subject to consent). • Bordering nature reserve with private, green sub-tropical outlook. • Master with ensuite, deep corner spa & walk-in wardrobe. • Insulated and covered, north facing entertainment area. • Remote double lock-up garage with internal access. • Rental appraisal of $790–$820 per week. Thursday 12.00–12.30pm Open: Saturday 11.00–11.30am Contact: Fiona Johnson - 0400 418 886 fionajohnson@atrealty.com.au

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OUT OF THE BOX THINKING With a tonne of creativity and innovation, with sustainability always in mind, the use of recycled materials in the construction of this home acknowledges the need for us all to consider our carbon footprint. This family home is situated in the small village of Main Arm, with easy access to Billinudgel and Mullumbimby and only 12 minutes to the beaches of Ocean Shores and Brunswick Heads. This private home has: • Three bedrooms. • Reverse-cycle air conditioning in living room. • Two bathrooms (inside and out). • Open plan living and dining, two studies & breezeway. • A spacious rear verandah.

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On-site at 10.00am Saturday 7 March 10.30am Saturday Steven Dale 0412 855 203

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A WORLD WITH VIEWS! GOING, GOING, GOING TO AUCTION Located in a prime position with 180-degree views; from the hinterland, overlooking the Brunswick River and glimpses of Byron Bay. This versatile home will work for a family, or professional couple, as well as those just wanting to take in the beautiful views. Set on 1252m2. With a separate study, swim-spa, sauna and 180-degree verandah that works for any occasion.

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Pre Auction Guide $3,485,000 Auction on site 7 March 2020 418 Friday Hut Road, Brooklet.

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• Superbly positioned nine flat acres, lovely views with expansive lake frontage. • Main home has approved dual occupancy with two living areas. • Inground pool and entertainment deck. • Separate studio with ensuite. • Lakeside gazebo, solar, spacious undercover parking.

Colonial Tweed Park – Tweed Heads South

20 minutes to Byron Bay, 15 minutes to Broken Head, 15 minutes to Ballina airport, seven minutes to Newrybar and five minutes to Tintenbar General Store.

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• Magnificent north facing parcel of land at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, on 22 acres. • Uninterrupted views of the Nightcap Ranges, spectacular sunsets, and a beautiful 2200 tree rainforest separating the land from its closest neighbour. • Established terraces, suited for citrus, avocados or mangoes, and the land has a few springs, and a bore licence. • Existing building entitlement positioned at the top of the land. Just 25 minutes to Byron/Ballina airport and 1 hour to Gold Coast airport, and 30 minutes from beautiful beaches.

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Agent on site: 11.15–11.45am Saturday Auction: On site Saturday 22 February at 11.45am Contact: Scott Harvey 0412 296 872

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Byron & Beyond Real Estate • 8 Eloura Ct, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am • 33 Wallaroo Dr, Burringbar. Sat 11–11.30am

• 1 Kulgun Ct, Ocean Shores. Sat 9.30–10am Fiona Johnson @realty • 11 Balemo Dr, Ocean Shores. Thu 12–12.30pm • 1/1 Jubilee Ave, Mullumbimby. Sat 9.30–10am • 12 Wagawn Dr, Murwillumbah. Sat • 29 Tweed St, Brunswick Heads. Thu 2–2.30pm

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Byron Shire Real Estate • 29 Tweed St, Brunswick Heads. Sat 1.30–2pm • 56 Helen St, South Golden Beach. Sat 10–10.30am • 8 Short St, Brunswick Heads. Wed 3–3.30pm Janice Maple @realty • 20 River St, New Brighton. Sat 11–11.30am • 206 Overall Dr, Ocean Shores. Sat • 4 Rosewood Ave, Bangalow. Sat 11–11.30am 10–10.30am • 6 The Plateau, Murwillumbah. Sat 11–11.30am • 1 Tongarra Dr, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads • 5 Whian St, Mullumbimby. Sat 11.30–12pm • 1 Left Bank Rd, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.30am • 2 Namoi Glen, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am • 51–53 James St, Murwillumbah. Sat • 7 Moran Close, Main Arm. Sat 10.30–11am 12–12.30pm • 20 Kolora Way, Ocean Shores. Sat • 38 Booyun St, Brunswick Heads. Sat • 27 Bridge St, Lismore. Sat 1–1.30pm 12–12.30pm 11–11.30am • 23 Palmer Ave, Ocean Shores. Sat Scott Harvey Real Estate 6 Teven St, Brunswick Heads. Sat • 12–12.30pm 12–12.30pm • 418 Friday Hut Rd, Brooklet. Sat 10–10.30am • 1/81B Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores. Sat 1–1.30pm • 11 Weeronga Way, Ocean Shores. Sat • Lot 12, 54 Satinwood Dr, McLeans Ridges. Sat 12–12.30pm • 10 Old Pacific Hwy, Brunswick Heads. Sat 11.15–11.45am With a tonne of creativity and innovation, with sustainability always in mind, the use of recycled materials in the construction of this home acknowledges the need for us all to consider our carbon footprint. This family home is situated in the small village of Main Arm with easy access to Billinudgel and Mullumbimby and only 12 minutes to the beaches of Ocean Shores and Brunswick Heads. This private home has 3 bedrooms, reverse-cycle air conditioning in living room, 2 bathrooms (inside and out), open plan living and dining, 2 studies and breezeway and a spacious rear verandah. Spectacular views overlook a beautiful lawn vista, gardens and surrounding hillsides. This property has capacity to hold 40,000 litres of water in 2 separate tanks and a has a state-of-the-art septic system. The property itself is on a level block, just over 2,013m2. Auction: On-site at 11.30am Saturday 29 February Inspect: 10.30–11.00am Saturday Contact: Steven Dale – 0412 855 203 LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads

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McGrath Byron Bay • 8 Short St, Brunswick Heads. Sun 11–11.30am • 9/27 Kalemajere Dr, Suffolk Park. Sat 9–9.30am Byron Bay First National 12 Hibiscus Place, Mullumbimby. Sat • • 3/34 Bangalow Rd, Byron Bay. Sat 9–9.30am 10–10.30am • 57 Bangalow Rd, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 4 little Burns St, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 51a Balemo Dr, Ocean Shores. Sat • 32 MacGregor St, Suffolk Park. Sat 10–10.30am

• 1/14 Beachcomber Dr, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am

• 4 Kingsley Ln, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am • 119 Lawlers Ln, Bangalow. Sat 10.30–11am • 27 Corella Cres, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.30am

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10–10.30am 4a Little Burns St, Byron Bay. Sat 10.30–11am 15 Wollumin St, Byron Bay. Sat 11–11.30am 701 Left Bank Rd, Mullumbimby Creek. Sat 11–11.30am 7 Brunswick Tce, Mullumbimby. Sat 11–11.30am 31 Prestons Ln, Tyagarah. Sat 11.30am–12 pm

• • 10 Palm Lily, Cres. Sat 11–11.30am • 6 Heritage Ct, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am Raine & Horne Ocean Shores/ • 11/174 Fowlers Ln, Bangalow. Sat 12–12.30pm Brunswick Heads/Murwillumbah • 4/17 Mahogany Dr, Byron Bay. Sat 1–1.30pm • 32 Yalla Kool Dr, Ocean Shores. Sat 9–9.30am • 135 Rocky Creek Dam Rd, Dunoon. Sat 31 Warrambool Rd, Ocean Shores. Sat • 1–1.30pm • 2/9 Colin St, Bangalow. Sat 1–1.30pm • 2/9 Seaview St, East Ballina. Sat 2.30–3pm

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New Listings Byron Bay First National • 2/9 Seaview St, East Ballina. $695,000 to $760,000

Raine & Horne Ocean Shores/ Brunswick Heads/Murwillumbah • 5 Whian St, Mullumbimby • 2 Barkala Ct, Ocean Shores • 12 Mt Ballow Ave, Murwillumbah

Auctions Fiona Johnson @realty • 29 Tweed St, Brunswick Heads. Saturday 22 February on site at 2pm

Raine & Horne Ocean Shores/ Brunswick Heads/Murwillumbah • 20 River St, New Brighton. Sat on site 11am Scott Harvey Real Estate • Lot 12, 54 Satinwood Dr, McLeans Ridges. Saturday 22 Feb at 11.45am on site

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0405 350 682

or email rez@byronproperty.com.au

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PROPERTY

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ANTENNAS & INSTALLATION

0439 624 945

AH

02 66 804 173 Friendly Reliable Prompt Local

Digital TV ALL Antenna Installations & Repairs ALL Electrical Work

INDEX

BRICKLAYING

ANTENNAS

0402 022 111

• DEPT OF FAIR TRADING: A licence is required for all residential building work where the reason-

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

Acupuncture .................................40 Ironing .........................................42 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration....40 Kitchens........................................42 Antennas & Installation.................40 Landscape Design .........................42

David Levine iwireantennas.com.au

Appliance Repair ...........................40 Landscaping .................................42

YOUR DIGITAL AND PROGRAMMING SOLUTIONS

Automotive...................................40 Osteopathy ...................................42

• Surround sound design & installation • Wi-Fi set up & boosting • All electrical work Call Norm now on

Friendly & Reliable

0422 668 582

Bricklaying....................................40 Photography .................................42

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

Building Trades .............................40 Physiotherapy ...............................42

ANTIQUES/RESTORATION

Bush Regen & Weed Control ..........40 Picture Framing ............................42 Carpet Cleaning ............................40 Plastering .....................................42

able market cost of the work to be done (labour and materials) exceeds $5000 (including GST).

*conditions apply

Architects .....................................40 Locksmith .....................................42

Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters 40 Pest Control ..................................42

BUILDING TRADES

ANTENNAS PLUS

Antiques/Restoration ....................40 Landscape Supplies .......................42

Bathroom Renovations..................40 Painting........................................42

Ian.idsbrickworks@gmail.com

BRICK/BLOCK LAYING Contractors. Lic 291958C. Phone Mark ........................................0409 444268

IWIRE

Accountants & Bookkeepers ..........40 Hire ..............................................42

Brick & Blockwork specialist. @ids_brickworks 0400 579 939

Licence no: 332536C Abn: 54499255928a

SERVICE DIRECTORY RATES, PAYMENT & DEADLINE

• RELIABLE TRADESMAN • DECKS & PERGOLAS • TIMBER SCREENS & DOORS • GARAGE CONVERSIONS LICENCE NUMBER 344531C

SERVICING THE BYRON SHIRE

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

CALL BRETT 0414 542 019

Chiropractic ..................................40 Plumbers ......................................42

APPLIANCE REPAIR

Cleaning .......................................40 Pools ............................................43

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

NSW Lic. 83568c Qld BSA 1238105

Computer Services ........................41 Printing & Copying Services ...........43

NORTHERN RIVERS APPLIANCE REPAIRS All makes and models. nrar.com.au ..........0401 159371

FULLY INSURED

Concreting & Paving ......................41 Removalists ..................................43 Decks, Patios & Extensions.............41 Roofing.........................................43

ARCHITECTS

Dentists ........................................41 Rubbish Removal ..........................43

OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001

Design & Drafting..........................41 Septic Systems ..............................43

ATELIER LUKE – Luke Hayward architect, Reg. 10438 www.atelierluke.com ...............0401 875535

Driveway Maintenance ..................41 Solar Installation ..........................43

GREENARK Greg Tollis architect. Reg. 3608 www.greenark.com.au Ph.......................0421 575299

Earthmoving & Excavation.............41 Tiling ............................................43

AUTOMOTIVE

Electricians ...................................41 Travel............................................43

ALL ASPECTS OF CARPENTRY WORK

BUILDER Renovations, maintenance, 30yrs exp. mchughdesign.com.au Lic 29792C....0408 663420 HAVEN BUILDING All aspects of building. Lic 326616C ...............................................0432 565060 RENOVATION SPECIALIST Customised Service. Builder: Levi Alexander Lic 189611C ..0402 434154

Floor Sanding & Polishing..............41 Upholstery ....................................43

Gas Suppliers ................................41 Water Filters .................................43 Graphic Design ..............................42 Water Supplies ..............................43

• Tyres • Batteries • Wheel Alignments MULLUMBIMBY TYRE SERVICE Dalley Street, Mullumbimby 6684 2016

LEGENDARY OFFROAD TYRES

BAYSIDE RADIATORS Windscreens & air-con. Billinudgel. AU29498 .................................66802444

REVAMP BATHROOMS Bathroom Renovations and Tiling Repairs

ACCOUNTANT Paul Mayberry..............................................................................................66847415

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Call Jason 0434 177 594

BOOKKEEPER Local and reliable .................................. barbarasbookkeeping.com.au 0402 118649

ACUPUNCTURE

BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS

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

LOCAL

SHOWCASE DEALER SHOWROOM

SUNSCREENS

MARLENE FARRY Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine marlenefarry.com ..............66842400

CARPENTER HANDYMAN FB Greg’s Handyman Services Byron Bay Lic No 1039897....0414 109595

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

Handypersons ...............................42 Welding ........................................43 Health ..........................................42 Window Tinting ............................43

FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C .........................66808162

WEED CONTROL SPECIALIST Lawns - bindii weeds .....................................................0418 110714

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

Guttering ......................................42 Water Tanks & Tank Cleaning .........43

ACCOUNTANTS & BOOKKEEPERS

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

BUILDER CARPENTER Extensions, renos, new homes, insurance, all jobs. Lic 19953 .......... 0403 458177

Financial Services ..........................41 Tuition ..........................................43

Garden Design ..............................41 Veterinary Surgeons......................43

0488 950 638

BUILDER – JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C .............0415 793242

Fencing .........................................41 Tree Services .................................43

Garden & Property Maintenance....41 Valuers .........................................43

matt.rowan.wardle@gmail.com • Floor installations • Door & Window installations • Decks & Pergolas • Alterations

CARPET CLEANING

TLC

Kevin & Margaret Bower FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!

1/84 Centennial Circuit Byron Bay

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

6680 9394 AU 37088

Lic 246545C

66 680 886 62

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Mullumbimby Refrigeration & Airconditioning Services 45 Manns Road, Mullumbimby Lic: 299433C ARC: AU40492

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

6684 2783

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

COMPASS CURTAINS Barbara Wilson

0435 954 212

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

CURTAINS

0408 232 066

PLANTATION SHUTTERS

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

CHIROPRACTIC BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay ..............................66855282 WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman...66858553

AWNINGS ROLL BLINDS

MICHAEL SCHWAGER 108 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby ...................................................66841962

CLEANING 23 years and going strong! Custom made curtains, blinds and decor items We come to you, wherever you are: Byron, Lismore, The Clarence and beyond… compassinteriors@optusnet.com.au

RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141. Lic No. 264313C.....................0487 264137 YOUR LOCAL BLIND MAN at North Byron Blinds .................................................. Amos 0404 421518

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(02) 6684 1001

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

AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

PLEASE CALL

CARPET CLEANING

TENDER LOVING CARE Specialising in household carpet cleaning Speedy Drying

MOBILE ACUPUNCTURE & acupressure massage. Ph Dr. Derek Doran ........................0414 478787

artisanair.com.au

Truck Mounted Machine

ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING

• House washing • High pressure or soft wash • Window cleaning • Driveways, paths & roofs • Gutters & flyscreens • Water efficient • Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 6687 4655 or 0412 495750

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

Service Directory • Window Cleaning • Screens & Tracks • Pressure Washing • House •Roof • Paths • Solar

Call

0434 539 979

www.byroneco.com.au

Window Cleaning Professionals Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232 or 6680 9901 email: impresswindowcleaning@gmail.com Reliable • Friendly • Professional • Fully Insured • Free Quotes • Affordable Rates Locally Owned and Operated • Quality Work with Over 10 Years Experience

Quality Exterior Refinishing Roof & Pressure Cleaning Roof Painting Deck Oiling

DESIGN & DRAFTING BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com..........Bob Acton 0407 787993 DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448 FENG SHUI DESIGN CONSULTANT Lizzie Bodenham livingbalancedesigns.com.au Ph .0431 678608

DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

For a Free Quote Call Now

FLOW FENCING Pool fencing, timber/colourbond, local, professional and reliable.......0416 424256

0467 482 948

SHARON CLARKSON Senior Mortgage Broker 20yrs exp sharon@sharonclarkson.com..0400 609916

ALL ASPECTS OF ASPHALT & BITUMEN SERVICES

6677 1859

&

| Byron Bay

BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0422 207299

• Asphalt Driveways • Sub-divisions • Earthworks • Carparks • and all Maintenance!

Phone Oliver 0419 789 600

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

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

EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service. ..................................................0432 107262

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Professional Cleaning Services

POOLSAFE GLASS FENCING

Coast to Country Asphalt Specialising in

fullcirclerefinishing.com

Blue Sky

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EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION

GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

TINY EARTHWOR Philip Toovey

5 Stars

0409 799 909

CLEANING SERVICE

various implements available for limited access projects

CLEANS: Holiday, Residential, Bond, Commercial, Spring

Phone Mick 0409 009 024

Acreage Mowing Specialist | Mini excavation Toro Dingo with stump grinder, trencher and soil cultivator

Contact Vadi: 0404

EARTHMOVING & PLANT HIRE

Email: mickbhl@gmail.com

Specialising in driveway construction & maintenance

DETAILED STEAM CLEANING Natural products. Bathrooms, kitchens, spring cleans .0410 723601 BEYOND CLEANING GROUP Quality focused. Brunswick to Ballina from $39.60ph .....0451 102239 PROFESSIONAL LOCAL CLEANER excellent references, good rates. Shire wide. Ph Krissy ..0410 860330 CLEAN VIEW Prompt, professional, insured. Phone David .............................................0421 906460 HOLIDAY CLEANERS Avail now! Domestic, AirBnB, last-minute. Local, exp & reliable .0421 360961

Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Fire Hazard Reduction | Brush Cutting Tip Runs | Turf Laying | Fully Insured

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

Training & assessment: earthmoving plant & forklift

0430 297 101 / 6684 5437

– nationally recognised qualiďŹ cations

0427 663 678 / 0410 056 228

info@byronbaymowing.com.au www.byronbaymowing.com.au

5.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR, POSITRACK & TIPPER HIRE

BOND CLEANING...........................................................................................................0421 360961 HIGH END RESIDENCE CLEANER 25 yrs 5 star exp. reliable, diligent, ABN, insured .....0411 846816

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

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

978 383

EXPERIENCED OPERATORS | FREE QUOTES 0432 299 283

BETTER CALL SAUL The Mac Doctor. Repairs. Upgrades. Used Macs.............................0411 562111 MY GEEK MATE Personal tech support. Phone Mark .....................................................0431 122057 NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65hp chain trencher, mini excavator, cable locating.0402 716857 ALEX EXCAVATION 3.5T Zero Swing excavator & bobcat loader & 5T Tipper Rock Grab 0417 920300

CONCRETING & PAVING

CIVIL TRAK Road construction, excavators, rollers, grader & truck hire .........................0499 912459

SALISBURY

Lic No. 337066C

0424 876 155

PLATINUM CRETE CONCRETING Lic 225874C. 20 years exp. Free quotes. Justin .........0458 773788 FLANAGAN CONCRETING & EXCAVATIONS. Lic 155456C. Ph Andrew.........................0401 968173

Lic: 154293c

All Jobs Small or Large

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

A.C.E. LAWNMOWING & GARDENING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed.............Sam 0438 655763 PAUL’S MOWING Local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O. Shores, Byron & Bangalow.........0422 958791 A GREEN EARTH Garden restoration, maintenance, tree & rubbish removal ................0405 716552 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 4m3 trailer..............................................................0408 210772 BRUSHCUTTING Rubbish, Property Maintenance, Lawns.............................................0412 469109 RICK’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Mowing, brushcutting, gardening, pool service ...0424 805660

nichollselectrical@outlook.com

Lic No 142383C

ELECTRIC BOOGALOO

Call Mark 0498 115 182 FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Timber & deck oiling, coating, stripping. Fast free quotes .....0419 789600 THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refinishing, cable balustrading. Free quotes. Richard ...0407 821690

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

1800 763 911 | 0417 415 474

GREEN DINGO for all your mowing and gardening needs. Ph Michael .........................0497 842442 G.W. GARDEN MAINTENANCE. Mowing, whipper snipping, gardening, tip runs ........0408 244820 A LUNSDEN LAWN CARE Qualified green keeper. Mowing, edges and weed control ...0410 378375

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

GAS SUPPLIERS

COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .......................... 0439 624945 or 66804173 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 .........................................................0429 802355 JP ELECTRICAL Level 2 ASP Under-g/O-head lines, Pwr poles, Solar. Lic 133082C ........0432 289705

Free Delivery

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

No Rental

SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477

Reliable

LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ............................0429 033801 BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE.......................................................................66851264 BEN FORSYTH, Electrician. Lic:240691C. Ocean Shores & surrounds. No job too small ...0422 136408

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

PROBLEM CAMPHORS and woody weeds removed. No fuss-green waste, lantana too! ..0478 779650

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS

DENTISTS

02 66 804 173

ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753

Call Daniel

FREE QUOTES

AH

MULLUM.MOWING@gmail.com. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Peter................0423 756394

LEAF IT TO US Specialists in acreage mowing, garden, tree maintenance .....................0402 487213

CONCRETING

DECKS

0439 624 945

Domestic Commercial

ALL AROUND

Free Quotes

24 HOUR SERVICE

Lic no. 141097C

DARYL 0418 234 302

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

Lic.136717c

CONCRETING

ELECTRICIANS

Locally Owned Est 18 years

www.brunswickvalleygas.com

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DESIGN ALL ASPECTS OF LANDSCAPING AND DESIGN CONSTRUCT

www.thinkblinkdesign.com

PLANT

0421 986 373 www.greenskylandscapes.com.au DESIGN Print | Branding | Social Media | Websites | Graphic Design

MAINTAIN

02 6681 6555 Lic: 208800C

GRAPHIC DESIGN

For North Coast news online visit

Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe

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

SUBTROPICALLANDSCAPES.COM.AU 20 years exp. Lic 231789C ................................0405 122456 THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853 BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018

LOCKSMITH

GUTTERING

PHOTOGRAPHY

Brendan Duggan Locksmith. Automotive car keys and lock installation/repair .......0412 764148 Gutter guard Gutter cleaning Locally owned Fully insured Free quotes Call Junior for friendly, genuine advice and service.

OSTEOPATHY

Tree Faerie Fotos

OSTEOPATHY

www.spotlessgutters.com.au

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

at Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre

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

www.treefaeriefotos.com • 0417 427 518

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

HANDYPERSONS

PHYSIOTHERAPY

60 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby | 02 6626 7900

A.S.A.P. All renos, carpentry, plastering, painting, studios & bathrooms .......................0405 625697 NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs. Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri.....................................66857517 HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ......................................... 66884324 or 0476 600956 OCEAN SHORES, Jo Meon. Mon & Thu. Email hello@thehealthcove.com or phone ..........66805602

PAINTING

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

BANGALOW PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, acupuncture, mat/reformer, clinical exercise classes, laser, shockwave. Kim Snellgrove, Cally O’Hara .......................................................66872330

NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday THE HANDYMAN CAN All home maintenance, repairs, painting, odd jobs etc .............0427 110953 • DEPARTMENT OF FAIR TRADING INFO: When dealing with home owners, painters are required 466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288 GOOD NEWS HANDYMAN Carpentry, home renovations/repairs etc. Jesse..................0458 968290 to quote a licence number only for external work valued over $5000. ANTHONY D’ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511 ABSOLUTE HANDYMAN. Repairs, renovation, maintenance ........................................0402 281638 OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics, HANDYMAN SERVICE BYRON BAY. Local, reliable, insured .........................................0412 395604 shock wave therapy, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Ilse V Oostenbrugge....................66803499

BYRON BAY

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

HEALTH

0438 784 226 • 6685 4154

• OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture,

Lic No 189144C

ALL-WAYS PAINTING

PETRA KARNI PHYSIOTHERAPY & Craniosacral, Manual Therapy, TMJ, Classes. Petra Karni & Andrew Weatherstone. Byron and Suffolk. M–F & open Saturdays. Ph ....0403 226858

PICTURE FRAMING

Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366

MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10 ............................0403 734791

MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002

BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING. 7/1 Wilfred St, Billinudgel ........................ 6680 3444

MALI’S Therapeutic Chinese Massage Service. In & out calls ..............................................66841790

PLASTERING

WWW.EASTCOASTPILATES.COM.AU Judy Leane Ex. Phys ...........................................0408 110006

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

YVES DE WILDE

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

C. A. Warwick Lic. No. 114578C ‡ )UHH TXRWHV ‡ *\SURFN À [LQJ VHWWLQJ

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

IRONING LAUNDRY AND IRONING SERVICE. washingday.com.au Ph Bec .................................0404 347772 www.duluxaccredited.com.au

KITCHENS

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SUNRISE PLASTERING. No job too small. Renovations + patchworks. Gtd sat. Free quote ....0418 992001

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

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PAINTER NEIL A McINTOSH

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

1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)

6684 2323 / 0418 663 983 SOIL MULCH

CRACKER DUST ROAD BASE

GRAVEL

FIRE WOOD

18 Lucky Lane Billinudgel Industrial Estate

0266 804555

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR • PLASTER REPAIRS • WALLPAPERING CLEAN & TIDY • ALWAYS ON TIME • ALL AREAS Mobile: 0421 938 104 – 465 Uralba Road, Uralba

Mark Wopling

20 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE

24 years experience

QUALIFIED • INSURED • LOCAL • FREE QUOTES

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

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AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 ALL WAYS PAINTING NORTHERN RIVERS. Qualified, insured, clean. 0413 401907 or 66805015 BYRONBAYPAINTINGSERVICES.COM.AU – Reliable. Quality work. Ph .....................1300 255 724

LANDSCAPING

Chay 0429 805 081

ABN 31 490 733 798 LIC 203196C

Painting & Decorating Accredited

ABN 48867459605 Lic 33995C

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?

Licence No. 207479C

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

Lic 167371C

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

PLUMBERS

D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery. Lic 283553C. www.hinged.com.au .......................Dave 0409 843689

landscaping supplies

PLASTERING CONTRACTOR

QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES

PEST CONTROL

SHANE

0400 852 141

energyplumbing@gmail.com WWW.ENERGYJETTING.COM.AU WWW.ENERGYPLUMBING.COM.AU

JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025 BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403 HRH PLUMBING Providing a prompt, reliable & efficient service. Lic 220755C ............0402 652017 MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035

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• Targeted treatments for all pests with “no sprayâ€? cockroach treatments • If you have found live termites, do not disturb them and call us for advice! No cost for quoting on active termites Relax, when safety, reputation and experience matters, we are the experts

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MATT WILSON PLUMBER BANGALOW Lic 10704. All plumbing & gas fitting needs ..0408 665672

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COLIN J WILLIAMS PLUMBING & GAS Lic L7990. Urgent repairs. Mullum/Byron .......0434 273726

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Service Directory POOLS

SOLAR INSTALLATION

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

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6684 3003

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MULLUM POOL SHOP Water testing, eco products, mobile service, construction/repairs....0418 666839

Juno Energy is your local authorised LG energy specialist offering solar and battery solutions for your business & home

PRINTWORKS Traditional / Digital art@mullumprintworks.com.au .................................66843633 GRAPHIC EXPRESSIONS BYRON Digital Printing/Fine Art Prints info@gexprint.com.au..66858226

REMOVALISTS

Patrick - 0425 256 802

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

Andy’s Move & More

BUSH REGENERATION & CAMPHOR/ INVASIVE PLANT ERADICATION

0429149 533 Est 2006

SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO

From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth – just give us a ring

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

0409 917646

LEAPFROG REMOVALS

Environmentally friendly methods • Restoring

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

Life’s Good with Solar

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TALLOW TREE SERVICES Removal, free quote & full insurance .....................................0401 208797 MARTINO TREE SERVICES ..............................................................................Martino 0435 019524 LEAF IT TO US 4x4 truck/chipper + stump grinding. Local, qualified, insured. Free quotes.0402 487213 OUT ON A LIMB www.outonalimbtreeservices.wordpress.com Call Lucas ................0402 191316

Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa

0408 232 066

TUITION HARMONIUM TUITION, REPAIRS, SALES. Contact Alice.............................................0427 423723

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

WINTER SPECIAL:

Every 5th m2 FREE

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

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

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

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

TILING PERFECTION & WATERPROOFING Free quotes, repairs. Lic 179306C .66801168 or 0409 847653

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

A VERY HANDY MAN TREE SERVICES................................... Happy to help. Andrew..0412 558890

leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au

02 6684 2198

SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66813140 or 0417 698227

1800 88 68 77 firstsunsolar.com.au 268 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay

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BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ....................................................0402 364852

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

0427 347 380

VETERINARY SURGEONS MULLUM VET CLINIC: Richard Gregory, Bec Willis, Mark Sebastian â&#x20AC;&#x201C; After hours avail ...66843818

MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813

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

BENNY CAN MOVE IT! .................................................................................................0402 199999

WATER FILTERS

BIBI BRADBURY FURNITURE REMOVALS, general cargo pickup and delivery ..........0478 104516

ROOFING DOMESTIC â&#x20AC;˘ INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL

MONTYS METAL

ROOFING Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049

The Water Filter Experts

A u s t r a l i a â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s M o s t E x p e r i e n c e d C r u i s e A g e n t

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

TREE SERVICES

Craig Montgomery â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0418 870 362

CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES

Email: montysmetalrooďŹ ng@gmail.com www.montysmetalrooďŹ ng.com.au

RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL NEW ROOFS / RE-ROOFS INSULATED ROOF PANELS FASCIA & GUTTERS REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE

for home, commercial and rural properties

6680 8200 or 0418 108 181

The Fully Insured Professionals

WATER SUPPLIES

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TRIDENT WATER Remote access delivery, 4WD water truck. Northern Rivers & surrounds ..0412 580 564

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

THE WATER BOY Water delivery, Byron Shire. From $250 for 9000L .............................0432 734645

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

WELDING

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ALL ROOF CLEANING Experienced, insured & fast free quotes. Call ..............................0419 789600

WELDING & FABRICATION Structural, general, repairs & Aluminium. Call Rod ...........0408 410545

RUBBISH REMOVAL

WINDOW TINTING

OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ......................................... 0412 161564 or 66841232 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 4m3 trailer................................................................0408 210772 A1 RUBBISH REMOVAL AND TIP RUNS. 9m3 trailer. Same day service. Best rates .....0413 289443 MAN WITH UTE. RETHINK REUSE RECYCLE. Ph Mark ................................................0411 113300

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

AREAS WE SERVICE Lic 312643C

Home sewage solutions Commercial wastewater treatment Rainwater tanks concrete and plastic

Sales Installation Service

Northern Rivers Pty Ltd

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TRINE SOLUTIONS Local sewerage specialists. Plumbers, drainers & gas fitters. Lic 138031C. 0407 439805 NEWT wastewater treatment. Septic design, upgrades, maint & intall. Lic 207479C............... 0429 805081

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SUNRISE W. T. NO BUBBLES, NO TROUBLES Cars, homes & offices ..........................0412 158478 We provide professional & reliable tree services to make your environment safe and healthy. Ballina / Byron Bay / Tweed Heads / Gold Coast / Murwillumbah

1300 384 766

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0479 066 311 yourtreefeller.com.au

SURFWAGON - Car/Home/Office tint. Lifetime Warranty. W/sale price .........................0434 875009

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Classifieds INDEX Annual General Meetings ..... 44 Birthdays ................................ 45 For Sale ................................. 45 Garage Sales......................... 45 Halls For Hire......................... 44 Health Notices ....................... 44 Holiday Accom ....................... 45 In Memoriam.......................... 45 Items Under $100 .................. 45 Motor Vehicles ....................... 45 Musical Notes ........................ 45 Only Adults ............................ 45 Pets ........................................ 46 Positions Vacant .................... 45 Professional Services ............ 44 Public Notices ........................ 44

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ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777 CLASSIFIED AD BOOKINGS

DEADLINE TUES 12PM

PHONE ADS

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

6684 1777 AT THE ECHO HEAD OFFICE

Ads may be taken by phone on

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

Village Way, Stuart St, Mullumbimby

EMAIL ADS

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

$17 for two lines is the minimum charge.

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

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

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

These prices include GST.

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

Share Accommodation .......... 45 To Lease ................................ 45 To Let ..................................... 45 Tradework .............................. 44 Tree Services ......................... 45 Tuition .................................... 45 Volunteers Wanted................. 45 Wanted .................................. 45 Work Wanted ......................... 45

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

PUBLIC NOTICES

HELP OUR COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER DRIVER REQUIRED

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

On behalf of the 45 rough sleepers who stayed in the

Severe Wet Weather Shelter over 10 nights last week. The Byron Community Centre would like to thank:

Help us to continue this valuable program, keeping good food out of landfill and in people’s bellies.

Liberation Larder for the most-welcomed donations of meals.

PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION

Optus Mobile Pty Ltd (Optus) plans to upgrade the existing telecommunications facility at the below site; Site Address: Lot 346/DP755695, Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 RFNSA reference: 2481002 1. The proposal comprises the relocation and reconfiguration of the existing 4G facility on site with the removal of all Optus panel antennas and associated equipment from the rooftop of the water tank, to be relocated onto new mounts on the walls of the water tank. The equipment includes two (2) panel antennas (2.6m in length), and ancillary equipment including eight (8) radio remote units, antenna mounts, walkways, handrails, etc 2. Optus regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 (“The Determination”) based on the description above. This notice is in accordance with Section 7 of the Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code 2018 3. Further information can be obtained from Joel Stuart of Metasite (02) 9439 1006, feedback@metasite.com.au and at www.rfnsa.com.au referring to the RFNSA reference number above 4. Written submissions should be sent to: Metasite, PO Box 31, CROWS NEST, NSW, 1585 by March 5th, 2020.

PROF. SERVICES

DENTURES

0413 192 424

LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002

paulawickham@msn.com

HEALTH

Psychotherapy

Body Based

Somatic Practice

Study Kinesiology

Julie Wells Anne Goslett

Free intro with Parijat Wismer Byron–Wed 4 Mar, 6–8.30pm Free kinesiology day 29 Feb 10am–4pm Course begins Mar 14/15 Kinesiology Schools Australia wellness.net.au 66857991

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Dip.Som.Psych, Clinical PACFA Reg.

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

HYPNOSIS & NLP www.wendypurdey.com.au

KINESIOLOGY

If you like driving and you feel you could contribute to your community and environment please enquire by giving the centre a call on 02 6684 1286 or drop in at 55 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby.

So far we have recovered over 44 Tonnes of food

Paula Wickham Experienced Kinesiologist & Naturopath Clearing old programs Igniting your true potential

Offering colonic hydrotherapy, sauna and naturopathy at our beachside clinic. Call or text 0458633869 www.byronbaydetoxretreats.com.au

Connecting the Byron Shire Community

Mullumbimby and District Neighbourhood Centre are looking for a crew of volunteer food recovery van drivers.

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PERIWINKLE PRESCHOOL AGM Monday 2 March, 7pm at the Preschool. All welcome.

COLONICS

Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre

Social Escorts........................ 45

AGMs

Byron Uniting and Anglican Churches for kindly providing the use of their facilities.

HYPNOSIS & EFT

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

Call Wendy today and let’s get started! 6680 2630

FEEL LIKE A GODDESS! Mullum massage for women. Any shape or size welcome. Intro offer 1.5hr $75 Deborah 0497040356

HALLS FOR HIRE

RELAXING KAHUNA MASSAGE 1hr $99, 1.5hr $130, 2hr $150 Byron Bay 0488784997

COORABELL HALL WEDDINGS, GIGS, CLASSES 66871307 www.coorabellhall.net

HAWAIIAN MASSAGE Ocean Shores, Michaela, 0416332886

TRADEWORK

CONCRETE

…feel the difference

Care for Emotions

With Parijat Wismer, 30 yrs experience. First Aid Emotions, Sat 22/2, 10am-5pm Rapid Stress Release, Sun 23/2 Respond to stress with effective protocols. $220 per course. Call 66857991

SUZANNE BOURCHIER psychologist 02 6685 5670

0434 066 762 3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL

BYRON TWILIGHT MARKET

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Every Saturday 4 – 9 pm

FIND OUT HOW THE ROT BEGAN

Create a plan to move forward and achieve your ultimate mental, physical, and emotional goals. Resolve addictive patterns and limiting beliefs that hold you back!

TWO WINGS PSYCHOLOGY

And all the BCC volunteers for generously donating their time. On sale at The Echo

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

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HEALTH & HEALING WEEKLY CLASS TIMETABLE MONDAY CONTACT info@shirshamarie.com www.shirshamarie.com

QI POWER

ph: 0400 558 181

LOCATION LEGEND Yoga Pilates (B): Bangalow Yogalates Barre (SP): Suffolk Park (BT): Byron Town

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

with Shirsha Marie

MULLUMBIMBY 8.30-10am: QIGONG

BANGALOW 7.30-9am: QI POWER 6-7.30pm: QIGONG 6-8pm: TAI CHI (inc Qigong class)

BRUNSWICK HEADS 8.30-10am: QIGONG 8.30-11am: TAI CHI (inc Qigong class)

6.30-7.30am: BARRE FITNESS (B) 9.30-10.45am: SLOW FLOW (B) 6-7.15pm: YOGALATES (SP)

6.30-7.30am: CORE SLIDERS (B) 9.30-11am: YOGALATES (BT) 6-7.15pm: YOGALATES (B)

9.15-10.15am: BARRE FITNESS (B) 9.30-11am: 6-7.15pm: PILATES W YOGALATES WITH YOGA STRETCH (SP) WEIGHTS (B) 6-7.15pm: YIN YOGA (B)

9.30am: YIN YOGA 6pm: YIN YOGA

9.30am: VINYASA & 9.30am: VINYASA YOGA PRANAYAMA YOGA 6pm: VINYASA YOGA 6pm: HATHA YOGA

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FLOWING MARTIAL ART Alignment Relaxation Meditation

HEALING EXERCISE ART Moving Breathing Energising

WARRIOR WOMEN’S ART Strength Balance Empowerment

6.30-7.30am: BARRE SPORT (B) 10-11.30am: YOGALATES (SP)

8-9.30am: YOGALATES (B & SP) 10-11am: PILATES ALIGN (B)

See web for full timetable and studio locations yogalates.com.au

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9.30am: HATHA 9.30am: STRENGTH 8.30am: HATHA YOGA & BALANCE VINYASA 6pm: VINYASA YOGA YOGA YOGA

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6684 4421 0402 364 852

20 years local experience â&#x20AC;˘ 19 inch chipper â&#x20AC;˘ Stump grinding â&#x20AC;˘ Cherry picker â&#x20AC;˘ Crane truck â&#x20AC;˘ Bob Cat

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0427 347 380 BUSH REGENERATION & CAMPHOR/ INVASIVE PLANT ERADICATION

FIREWOOD

â&#x20AC;˘ Fence posts â&#x20AC;˘ Poles â&#x20AC;˘ Sleepers â&#x20AC;˘ Sawn timber Kings Creek, Mullumbimby Mark 0427 490 038

Mon-Wed, by appointment Thurs/Fri 8am to 4pm | Sat, 8am to 3pm

BYRON SELF-STORAGE UNITS Clean & secure. Ph 1300762618

ITEMS UNDER $100

LOCAL REMOVAL

FREE! Unfortunately not able to use my 4x5, 120 & 135 cameras & enlargers plus processing equipment, Jobo Processor, archive washing sink, rotary drier. Happy to give to someone who has a background in analogue photography. Some paper (Portriga Rapid) & chemistry. All or nothing! Not suitable for a beginner!! Phone 0409241204, Mullumbimby

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

Environmentally friendly methods

Call Nrth Rivers Camphor Control

9 GREVILLEA AVE, MULLUM, Sat 8.30amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12.30pm. All kids stuff exc cond.

Tallow TREE SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

REMOVALS PALMS TREE SURGERY FREE QUOTES FULLY INSURED

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STUMP GRINDING TREE REPORTS DA APPLICATIONS CRANE HIRE CHERRY PICKER

6687 2750 - 0401 208 797

11 NATAN CRT, SGB Mega combined sale 8amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1pm. Clothes, kids stuff, h/hold.

Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal 0408 210 772 MOTOR VEHICLES

â&#x20AC;˘ Arborist â&#x20AC;˘ 15â&#x20AC;? Wood Chipper â&#x20AC;˘ Stump Grinder â&#x20AC;˘ Fully Insured Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas

6681 3140 Mobile 0417 698 227 FOR SALE

BYRON RESTAURANT LEASE for sale 0403441198 6x4 BOX TRAILER, vgc, 4y/o, rego to Jan â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;21, $950. o,Greg 0498873757

MIELE WASHERS

Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511 DAVID LOVEJOYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BOOKS Available from The Echo reception: Between Dark and Dark, a memoir; Moral Victories, the biography of a chess player; Heresy, an historical novel. ALL JUST $10 each.

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Road base, gravel, blue metal and metal dust. ALL SIZE DELIVERIES. Phone 66845517, 0418481617

COMPOST TOILETS

For tiny houses to commercial Green Building Centre 0431721073

BAMBOO PLY

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& backloads to Brisbane. Friendly, with 10 years local exp. 0409917646 Summerland Storage Bangalow From $105 to $290 mth Call GNF Bangalow 66872833 O.SHORES light, cosy, f-f, s-cont studio in garden sanctuary. Mature d/f, n/s. Sgl $325pw, cpl $350pw incl WiFi, air con, water, power, gas, laundry. 0444538880

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

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CASH PAID FOR UNWANTED CARS Local regâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d business 66845296 or 66845403

2015 Holden Commodore wagon Auto. Lovely. S/N237..................$13990 Mazda 6 hatch 5 speed A/C P/S Nice car AUE9IN 3/8/20 rego .......$3995

SUNRISE BEACH fresh & bright house, 3bdr + ofďŹ ce, 2 bath, fully furnished, close to beach, $750pw inc water and gas. Available end February. Ph 0432851513

2009 Commodore wagon 6CYL auto Perfect for holidays CU62KR .......$7995

BARGAINS

ballinacarcentre.com.au

16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA

Ballina Car Centre

DLN 19950

6686 5586 / 0418 676 274

SHARE ACCOM. PERSON TO SHARE large, beautiful, spacious 3bdr house in Mullum with 1 other. Own private bathroom & toilet, deck & secure undercover parking. Must be working, easygoing & relaxed. Alcohol free. Avail now, $255pw plus bond & bills. Ph 0428736874

HOLIDAY ACCOM.

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Toffee Toffee is very lonely in the shelter. She misses her human very much & the other cats are stressing her out. Toffee needs someone who has time to spend with her, in a quiet home preferably with no other animals. Time & love will mend our beautiful Toffee’s heart. To meet our little sweetie, please visit the Cat Adoption Centre at 124 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby. OPEN: Tues 2.30–4.30pm THURS: 3–5pm SAT: 10am–12 noon Call AWL 0436 845 542 Like us on Facebook!

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Byron Sophia discussion group will explore the perennial questions every Thursday, 1.30 till 3pm. Marvell Hall, 37 Marvell Street, Byron Bay. For more information call 0488 005 077, email: allwelcome@byronsophia.group or go online to www.byronsophia.group.

Chasing the Thunder film screening with Q&A is being presented by Sea Shepherd Byron, as a fundraiser, at the Byron Theatre at 6.30pm on 22 February. Over three months, and across several oceans, Sea Shepherd crews stalked the fugitive fishing boat Thunder that was considered the world’s most notorious poacher. Tickets available online at: https:// byroncentre.com.au

Digital mentor Know how to use a computer or mobile device? Become a digital mentor for seniors. Northern Rivers Community Gateway is providing Be Connected one-day training in Lismore on 18 February, and in Ballina on 25 February. It’s fun, takes one day, and costs just $5. Call 6621 7397 for more information.

Seniors fun Fridays Fun Fridays for seniors (60+) at Marvell Hall, Marvell Street East, Byron Bay. Mahjong and 500 at 1.30pm. Enquiries: Nancy 0498 480 373.

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LUCY 1-year 8-month old female Staffy ‘Lucy’ is a sweetheart. She has been well-loved & cared for – her jet-black coat literally shimmers. Lucy is house-trained, has good recall, loves people and is very good with other dogs. She does need further training, particularly with walking on-leash and she does suffer from separation/ aloneness anxiety. Lucy will make an affectionate, adoring companion or great family dog. Please phone Shell on 0458 461 935 if you would like to meet Lucy or any of the other 9 dogs needing new homes. MC: 900079000409639

PENNY Penny is a 3 year old desexed female Wolfhound x. She is a big girl, pretty laid back and best without young children, in respect of her size. If you can give Penny a permanent, loving home please contact Pam on 0421 017 461. Microchip number 900079000292423. Visit friendsofthepound.com to view other dogs and cats looking for a home. ABN 83 126 970 338

GIRRA is everything that a ginger tom should be. Very outgoing and direct...loves to greet with a firm head smooch. Easy going, not demanding and the sort of fellow who would like to hang out with you. He’s a very special boy who has a lot going for him. Girra has been with us far too long and yearns to share his great personality with a family or special companion. All cats are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped. No:953010003859010

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The Green and Clean Awareness Team’s monthly Dunecare Day is on Sunday, 16 February from 9am to 12noon, meeting in front of the Beach Cafe at Clarkes Beach. We plant in the sand dunes from Clarkes Beach to Main Beach. From 12noon to 1pm enjoy a delicious free BBQ, and be in the draw to win one of four excellent prizes. It’s good fun. Enquiries to Udo 0413173786 or Veda 66857991 or Miles 0403206190.

U3A Brunswick Valley, Tuesday Forum, 25 February 10am–12noon, Uniting Church Hall, Fingal St, Brunswick Heads. Jean Watson will recount her experiences living with mountain tribes in new Guinea. Visitors and potential new members are most welcome. Ring 6685 1732.

Artists get painting! The Ocean Shores Country Club – 14th Annual Art Competition is opening, May 21, 2020. Three entry categories are watercolour, pastel/drawing and acrylic/oils. All artists are welcome to enter. Organised by OSCC Art Group. Entry forms will be available early March. Contact Marilyn on 6680 4907 or osccartgroup@gmail.com for information.

Chemical free landcare Byron Shire Chemical Free Landcare working bee will be on Saturday, 22 February from 8am at New Brighton chemical free site. Meet at the first curve, on the left, at North Head Road. Park, and walk into the beach; you will see us on the dunes. Donations of palm fronds and/or garden prunings are needed for the Saltwater Creek project, call 0478 272 300.

Dementia workshop Get support if you care with someone with dementia. A free workshop for family and friends who care for someone with dementia is taking place 10am–12.30pm Thursday, 27 February at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club. The workshop will provide a space to share positive experiences and achievements, learn new coping strategies, and problem-solve with other family carers. Attendees will also learn about other dementia support services available in the Mullumbimby area. A complimentary lunch is provided. For more information, or to register, call or text 0406 409747 or email linda.wirf@socialfutures.org.au

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Soap Aid is a not-for-profit organisation recycling and sending critically needed soap to communities facing major hygiene challenges. Please drop in your partly used household or holiday rental soap to Kim at Raine & Horne, 39 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay. Call 0499 839 566. All quantities welcome. www.soapaid.org.

Ballina coastcare Join us for morning tea to celebrate Ballina Coastcare’s 30th Anniversary on Thursday, 19 March,10.30am. Meet at the North end of Flat Rock car park. RSVP by Tuesday, 19 February via email: cathyjbyrne@gmail.com or phone or SMS Cathy on 0408 668 287. Please provide a direct phone number for wet weather arrangements. Find out more at: www.ballinacoastcare.org/ourstory. Probus club Next meeting of Hastings Point, Tweed Coast Probus club will be at Tricare, Tweed Coast Rd, on Tuesday,18 February at 10 am. Speaker, Scott Jones, on a natural solutions to divert everyday food waste away from landfill. Enquiries: Jean 02 6670 4072.

Free exercise group Join Byron Bay’s free exercise networking group. It is open for all business people. Meet at Clarkes Beach Park carpark every Friday morning at 7.30am to walk or run the lighthouse loop. More information call Sharon on 0400 609 916.

Parkinson’s support The Northern Rivers Parkinson’s Support Group coffee catch-up is on Friday 13 March, 10am at Summerland House Farm (Aruma). This is a relaxed social get-together. Please RSVP Yvonne 0429 946 146.

One Roof Byron No fixed address? Lost your housing in the last 12 months? One Roof Byron is looking for local residents interested in joining a long-term accommodation program in this shire. Enquiries: call or text Jenny 0422 455 735, 2–5pm on Monday, Wednesday or Friday.

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

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

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

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

Breast cancer support The Breast Cancer Support Group Byron Bay gets together every third Wednesday from 12 till 2pm at Byron Uniting Church in Carlyle Street, entering Carlyle Street from Jonson Street opposite Woolworths. More info on Facebook: Breast Cancer Support Group Byron Bay, or call 0431 207 453.

Drug support groups Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1800 423 431 or 0401 945 671 – 30 meetings a week in the Shire – www.aa.org.au. Are you experiencing difficulties and challenges because of the alcohol or drug use of someone close to you? Learn coping skills and gain support from others. Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. For information and meetings call1300 652 820 or text your postcode to 0488 811 247. www. na.org.au. Are you concerned about somebody else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting held Fridays 2pm. Uniting Church Bangalow – 1300 252 666 www.al-anon.org.au.

Contact Improvisation Contact Improvisation Saturdays in Mullumbimby 10–12 noon at St Martin’s, Church Hall, Stuart Street, Mullumbimby. All levels of dancers welcome. Enquiries 0402 059 564.

OSCC art group The OSCC art group meets every Wednesday morning from 9am–12noon at the Ocean Shores Country Club to paint together and inspire each other. Space is available for other artists to join us. Visiting artist, Jan Brooks, will be hosting an art session on colour blending/feathering on 26 February, 9am–12noon at the Ocean Shores Country Club. All Artists welcome – contact Marilyn: 66 804 907.

Retirement investment A free finance seminar is running on retirement reality and investment choices at the Byron Bay Library on Wednesday, 19 February, 10.30am. Presented by the NSW Department of Human Services as part of the NSW Senior’s Festival 2020. Bookings on 13 63 57 or email fis.seminar.bookings@ humanservices.gov.au.

Friends of Libraries The Friends of Libraries (FOL) Byron Shire first meeting on Wednesday, 19 February at the Byron library at 10am. FOL is a community-based group providing much needed funds for the Byron, Brunswick and Mullumbimby libraries. They host the Annual Book Fair on the weekend of 11–12 July at the Byron Bay Surf Club. The collecting of books is now in progress for the fair; pre-loved and in good condition, especially children’s and art books, or any other genre such as fiction, non fiction, history, Australian and limited editions – all gratefully received. Call Janene 0407 855 022.

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

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.

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

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Honours even after local surfers Georgina shines at regional ĈşŔĕ ǞǟƐIJ ëƐ şëſĎſĶĎĕſƆ Ǖ ŕëō swimming championships Crystal Cylinders Byron Bay Boardriders and Lennox-Ballina Boardriders got off to great starts at the biggest and richest club competition in the world at Newcastle in the ‘Australian Boardriders Battle.’ Both clubs racked up some big scores in the individual heats on Saturday, and as luck would have it, the Far North Coast clubs were drawn to surf against each other in every division. The results showed that the friendly rivals emerged pretty even. Soli Bailey took the win over Stuart Kennedy in the Open men’s heat. Nyxie Ryan from Le-Ba won her Open women’s heat with Byron Bay’s Sasha Baker in third. In the masters division, Byron Bay’s Kieren Perrow was second over Marcus Aboody who placed fourth. Le-Ba’s Jai Glinderman placed third, with Duke Wrencher coming fourth in the juniors. Both clubs ended up with 25 points heading into

Byron Bay Boardrider Soli Bailey riding the lip in Newcastle for the national club final. Photo Blainey/Surfing Australia Sunday for the tag style ‘nudie teams’ finals. Both teams starred in their first round, tag-style heats taking wins in successive heats that each featured four clubs battling it out over 50 minutes. Le-Ba racked up an impressive 36.90 points and Byron Bay 34.20. Flush with such successful starts both clubs were being touted as favourites to make the grand final, but in successive heats in the quarter finals both teams’ surfers got off to very slow

starts, struggling to complete rides and find good waves to perform on. Mistakes crept in as the pressure mounted, and both finished last in their respective heats to finish in equal twelfth place overall. North Shore Boardriders from the Sunshine Coast QLD went on to win the event and take home the $20,000 prize money in a buzzer-beater moment from North Shelly (NSW), North Narrabeen (NSW) and Bondi Boardriders (NSW).

Georgina Morely Miller was the Mullumbimby Swimming Club’s most successful competitor at the North Coast Swimming Championships after winning two gold and four silver medals. Swimmers, coaches, parents and officials braved wet conditions for the long-course championships held in Port Macquarie over February 8-9. These championships had been postponed from the original date in November because of bushfires. ‘The rescheduling reduced the number of competitors, but those who attended from twenty three clubs across the north coast region as well as visitors from four clubs, from just outside our area, performed creditably in very difficult conditions,’ said Faye Rowles publicity officer, with Swimming North Coast. Coffs Harbour Swimming Club was the champion club for the second successive year, followed by host club, Port Macquarie, and Forster

Mullumbimby Swimmers: Mira Brittain, Finn Brittain, Ella Brittain, Daniel Irace, Sara Irace, Davide Irace, Georgina Morley-Miller and Asha Brittain. Photo supplied Aquatic were the third placed club. ‘Mullumbimby swimmers put up a creditable performance and show great promise for the future as the swimming club continues to build,’ Faye said.

Results Georgina Morely Miller was Mullumbimby’s most successful swimmer. She achieved a personal best time by taking almost three seconds off her 50m butterfly time. She was awarded six medals in 16-year-old

One Byron Bay team gets Loggers revel in great conditions at Wategos through at District Pairs In hot and humid conditions the first day of the District Pairs Championship was played last Sunday across the region. In the open division at Cudgen, Sam Skehan and Paul Clark were eliminated on Sunday afternoon after winning their morning game. In the senior division at Pottsville, Phil Boyd and Syl Reid went down in the morning game by five shots.

Both Byron Bay duos in the reserve division won in the morning, playing on their home greens, but then Ian Burston and Werner Borkhardt went on to win their second match, while Steve Hammond and Toby Schott were just pipped at the post in their afternoon game. By day’s end Byron Bay had just one team qualify for the second round.

Surfers were greeted with ‘amazing’ conditions for the Wategos Wizards Logging Comp, held as part of the Byron Bay Surf Festival last weekend, according to founder James McMillian. ‘It was the best surf we’ve had in a long time,’ he said. ‘Logger boards are single fin and weigh at least eight ounces. The competitors are judged on traditional manoeuvres like nose riding and drop-knee cut backs.’ The event was at capacity with all categories filled by

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A Wategos Wizard hanging ten. Photo supplied a total field of 46 surfers including some of the world’s best loggers. Chloe Calmon (Brazil) was

the best Mermaid, the Blokes was won by Augusto Olinto (Brazil), and Chris ‘Tiger’ Newling won the Old Blokes.

events, including the 200m backstroke, 200m freestyle, 100m backstroke, 100m freestyle, 50m freestyle and 50m backstroke. Davide Irace did a personal best time in the 100m breaststroke and achieved fourth place in the 15-yearold breatstroke. Sara Irace achieved two personal-best times in the 200m backstroke and the 50m freestyle event, winning the silver in the 12-year-olds 200m backstroke, coming seventh in the 12-year-olds 100m back and 12th in 50m freestyle.

Champions prepare for Tweed Enduro The sixth annual Tweed Coast Enduro is set to return to Pottsville on Saturday 7 March 2020, with a number of professional triathletes in attendance. Eight-time Ironman Champion Luke McKenzie, 2012 Ironman World Champion Pete Jacobs, and Ironman 70.3 Champion Lindsey Lawry are planning to race in the open men’s division.

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Um, yes the Greens councillors. Should a party claiming to support environmental causes pursue high growth scenarios on constrained rural lands? Without any knowledge of the consequences? In a region known for its unique biodiversity? While supporting poor planning staff processes? Does this reflect the platform they were elected upon in 2016? If only the answer to one of those questions is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;yesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, then this community should be very concerned. See editorial page 10. Q Q Q Q

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Last Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s climate change fundraiser raised $300,000 for land restoration projects that environmental enterprise Greening Australia undertake. The charity art auction, held at Byronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Secret Garden, was presented by Australian-owned whisky company, Pure Scot, in partnership with Byron Arts Magazine. Dave Rastovich, David Gyngell, Kyle Lionhart and Billy Otto were among the locals who attended. Pictured are Wil Anderson and Tim Stokes. Photo supplied On page 9, local Nationals MLC Ben Franklin enthuses over a massive energy deal that will see renewable and fossil fuel gas expansion in NSW. Gas as a transition energy has been long discredited and contributes massively to climate change, which isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t addressed by Franklin. Interesting how South Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renewable energy transition now leads the nation, and also includes battery storage, thanks to Elon Musk and Tesla. Q Q Q Q

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