IF YOU WOULD BE GAY AND FREE, TAKE MY TIP AND LIVE IN A TREE –NORMAN LINDSAY The Byron Shire Echo • Volume 35 #14 • Wednesday, September 16, 2020 • www.echo.net.au
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development at the abovementioned address’, but that it didn’t identify any particular issues. ‘They are assuming that things are unauthorised, and are essentially asking people to dob themselves in’. According to multiple residents that The Echo spoke to, it appears that Council is targeting properties for which it has no records, including those where dwellings â–ś Continued on page 3
Ask the major political parties why they support roadside drug testing (RDT), and the answer will invariably be that it improves road safety. Yet is this really the case? Former local magistrate David Heilpern points out that the current RDT program is not about determining someone’s ability to drive, as is the case with testing for alcohol, but rather it ‘is a prohibition measure’. When asked to respond to the comment, a NSW Police Force spokesperson told The Echo that, ‘Drugs can affect your driving skills and concentration and over 20 per cent of total fatalities on NSW roads involve drivers with an illicit drug detected in their system’. Mr Heilpern replied, ‘It is true that drugs can affect your driving skills, and that those with detectable levels are over represented in the fatality figures. However, no road safety reports or academic articles draws a causative link between these two features and the road toll’. ‘First, the detectable levels in coronial matters are not at levels that have any bearing to adverse driving – with cannabis, for example, it is two nanograms. Second, it should come as no surprise to anyone that a percentage of drug users are also irresponsible drivers. ‘The proof is in the pudding – if this regime were successful with 200,000 tests [a year] there would be a significant decrease in road trauma. No one is claiming that.’ It’s a sentiment broadly supported by former Commissioner of the Federal Australian Police, Mick Palmer. He told The Echo that it is ‘disappointingly easy to pick fault with the outcomes actually being achieved’. Mr Palmer said, ‘Drink and drug impaired driving are seen as significant contributors to our road toll problems, and this may be true. But the key word is “impairmentâ€? and where our current drug driving laws fail is that, while the laws address drug consumption they do not assess driving impairment. Indeed they make no attempt to do so’. â–ś Full article at www.echo.net.au
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A future forest with your name on it This weekend, 2,400 native trees will be planted at The Farm, Byron Bay, for the Shire’s first community forest. Organisers say the project is the first of its kind, with the community pitching in to buy trees that they can visit as the forest grows. Donors will also have their name on a sign at the front of the forest. The project is led by Zero Emissions Byron’s RePlant Byron Project and The Farm, Byron Bay. Co-organiser Kate Walsh says, ‘Funding was also facilitated by Justine Elliot MP, The Northern Rivers Community Foundation, and The Farm has matched that amount. Locals can get involved by buying a tree and heading down this Saturday to help plant’. To buy your tree, visit www.replant-byron. raisely.com. Pictured are Matt, Kirsty and Elise, Rossco and Seamus, Jodi, Vicki, Tom and Emma. Tildy, Lulu, and Lucy are pictured in front. Photo Jeff ‘Sees The Trees Since 1986’ Dawson
!Ĺ&#x;Ć–Ĺ•ÄˆÄśĹ? ƆĆ?ĂŤÇ” ĕŔćÍſŊ Ĺ&#x;Ĺ• ÄˆĹżĆ–Ć†ĂŤÄŽÄ• ÍčÍĜŕƆĆ? ſĕƆĜĎĕŕĆ?Ɔ Aslan Shand Residents in Main Arm were shocked after Byron Shire Council staff sent out letters accusing property owners – without evidence – of having unauthorised development on their land. The letter also demands a response by October 5. While a moratorium is in place, the unauthorised dwelling policy is yet to be adopted by Council.
The three page Unauthorised Dwelling Policy 2020 is currently on public exhibition and is extremely light on detail but provides staff with broad compliance powers. Public submissions close September 24. Councillors seemed to be taken by surprise that the letter had been sent, with Cr Cate Coorey telling The Echo that given the policy was still on public exhibition, ‘staff have bolted at the gate’.
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Councillor Michael Lyon agreed, saying that ‘the [unauthorised dwelling] policy was endorsed, and would not be adopted until it came back to Council’ once public submissions had closed.
Dob yourself in One local, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told The Echo that it seemed to be a phishing letter as it stated ‘Council has identified unauthorised
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ëǕ ȜƆ ćĶſƐIJ ĎĕĪĕĈƐ ƆżëſŊƆ ĈſşƱĎĪƖŕĎĶŕī Paul Bibby The parents of a ninemonth-old baby with a rare congenital birth defect have launched a Go Fund Me fundraising campaign to help him get much-needed surgery in the US. Safi was born with a severe case of hypospadias and chordee, conditions which will significantly affect his future sexual health and well-being, and his ability to have children if not treated effectively. They can also cause abnormal and painful urination. The severity of Safi’s case means that he will require two or possibly three highly specialised surgeries to reconstruct his penis. His parents Tashy Folkwell and Tal Silver say Australia lacks the medical expertise to provide effective care. ‘The average certified paediatric urologist in Australia
Solar Power Sale Ends 30th August Safi, Tashy and Tal. Photo Jeff Dawson only repairs around two severe cases each year, with a 30 per cent success rate,’ said Ms Folkwell, who lives with her family in Sunrise. ‘After doing our own research, we came across the Hypospadias Specialty Center, located near Dallas, Texas. ‘It’s one of the only
practices in the world dedicated to hypospadias care, and has a success rate of 90 per cent with severe cases like Safi’s’. But repeatedly flying to and from the US for multiple surgeries, which must take place a minimum of six months apart, isn’t going to be cheap.
The total cost of surgery and travel expenses for each trip to America will be around $63,000. For more info visit www.gofundme.com/f/helplittle-safi-receive-the-surgeryhe-needs. Private donations can also be made via natashyayala@ gmail.com.
!şƖŕĈĶō ƆƐëǔ ƖƆĕ ĎſëĪƐ żşōĶĈƷ ëīëĶŕƆƐ ſĕƆĶĎĕŕƐƆ ▶ Continued from page 1 pre-date Council records. Byron Shire Council records are incomplete as a result of losing records decades ago in fire and flood events. However, some of these residents have since been informed that as their dwellings were built prior to records being kept by Council, Council is not interested in them after all. ‘This is the wrong way to go about rectifying unauthorised dwellings,’ said one resident. Residents have been left upset and highly stressed in some circumstances, with many older residents saying that they are concerned about losing their homes. Concerns raised included the cost of bringing residences up to current fire regulations and building
standards, as well as the risk of a demolition order. ‘In principle, I’m in agreement with the idea of having houses regularised, but it isn’t a simple issue in many cases,’ said another Main Arm resident, who didn’t want to be identified. ‘There are houses that have been partially built on other people’s land, access issues, some properties are dealing with government departments to sort out some aspects and that can take well over ten years to resolve. Council need to really consider the complexities that people may face in sorting these issues out. ‘How is someone supposed to afford $40–$100,000 worth of upgrades on an aged pension? One to two years just isn’t enough time,
for some issues it will take five to ten years to resolve’. Many residents also cited a lack of confidence Council staff would deal fairly with the issues.
dëĈŊ şĪ ĈşŕǕ ĎĕŕĈĕ This was highlighted when some applicants were told to withdraw their applications, or others, like Ben McIntosh from New Brighton, who was told he couldn’t apply for regularisation. He was refused an explanation from staff as to why his property was excluded. Greens Mayor, Simon Richardson, hosed down concerns and supported staff, telling The Echo, ‘The last thing I want, or have ever wanted, is to kick people out of their homes across the hinterland. Council staff
were, and still are, of the same belief. This is a housing issue, and we don’t want to create a homelessness issue’. Yet the mayor added that Council ‘will be batching letters in other areas progressively’. Another local concerned resident said, ‘Council is not in a position to say how the process ends for properties that cannot trivially be made compliant’. The Main Arm Residents Association (MARA) is organising a residents meeting at the Main Arm Store this Saturday September 19 at 3pm. Otherwise, you can leave a message on 6684 5152 and a member of MARA will get back to you to discuss your concerns. ▶ Full story online: www.echo.net.au ▶ Editoral, page 12
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Unscrambling catastrophic thinking through counselling Paul Bibby The 28-year-old woman had been living on the edge for months, finding work wherever she could to keep her head above water. Sharing her two-bedroom rental property with three others had poured more stress onto her already overloaded nervous system. As tempers began to fray at home, she experienced worsening anxiety and feelings of helplessness about her situation and the future. In a state of distress, she decided to reach out, calling the Byron Community Centre’s free phone counselling service. ‘This is exactly the type of person we’re seeing’, the centre’s contracted psychologist, Margie O’Sullivan told The Echo. ‘The lack of certainty in people’s lives at the moment is very stressful. ‘Housing and employment stress is creating more anxiety and worry which creates a negative cycle, negative inner dialogues and mental states, and it just goes around and around’. The service has been seeing a steady flow of clients
in recent months. Those making use of the service range in age from 16 to 73, are averaging six sessions each, and present with a range of issues, including income and rental stress, employment insecurity, health-related stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems.
Useful intervention ‘Counselling can find useful interventions, so this cycle isn’t so inevitable. ‘In a case like the 28-yearold woman, we would address her stress and anxiety, so she has more skills to support herself emotionally and maintain a calmer frame of mind to better make decisions for her day-to-day living. ‘She can then take better care of her health and keep a more stable perspective on her current situation. We can’t change the external circumstances, but we can certainly improve her ability to cope more generally, through counselling.’ With the JobSeeker and JobKeeper systems to change on September 20, the Community Centre is anticipating an increase in demand for its services.
‘I think people often assume that because we’re in the Byron bubble here, everything is all fine and happy,’ Ms O’Sullivan says. ‘Yes, we are very lucky here compared to many other places in the country, and the world more broadly. But this is still a really tough time for a lot of people. ‘We want to remind people that they’re not alone, that there are services being run by highly-trained people. ‘Counselling is about “how am I dealing with what is going on within me?� ‘We help people to tap into what inner strengths
they’ve got, what internal resources. We help them to unscramble their catastrophic thinking, such as the belief that things are bad all the time’. Reaching out to help others is also crucial. ‘How aware are you of your neighbour?’ Ms O’Sullivan asks. ‘When was the last time you checked in with friends to find out if they were okay? ‘Put this into your life, and you will gain huge benefits’. To make an appointment for phone counselling, call 0415 322 064 on weekdays between 10am and 2pm.
¨IJĕ ÄŽÄśĹżÄ•ÄˆĆ? ćĕŕĕǕ Ć?Ɔ Ĺ&#x;ÄŞ 0ĂŤĹżĆ?IJĹ?ơ Governments and corporations are acting too slow to save the day, say Main Arm residents Jonas and Alanah. As such, they have launched Earthly, an organisation that contributes to projects such as planting mangrove trees in Indonesia, protecting the Daintree Rainforest in Australia and distributing safer stoves to families in Malawi. The pair said when their daughter Namija was born late last year, ‘Unusually
severe bushfires were burning across Australia and we realised that it was more important than ever to empower others to act on climate change, too’. ‘A member of Earthly will remove 45 tonnes of carbon each year (repairing current and past emissions), plant 240 native trees and permanently protect 12m2 of ancient rainforest. This is in exchange for $3.50 per week’. To get involved, visit www. earthly.org.au.
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Natasha Murray and Ama Kalma. Photo Jeff Dawson Designed by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), it combines self-paced online learning with both facilitated and independent group work so that participants can enhance their capacity for skilful leadership amidst highly disruptive conditions. This is the fourth year SBP will be facilitating U.Lab for the Northern Rivers region to support local participants in this community learning experience. Over the years, local U.Lab
participants have sourced new change initiatives that support our Northern Rivers community and beyond. Sourcefield is one of those projects, an online network for women in business. It is the brainchild of local social entrepreneur, Ama Kalma. Ama identified a need for women in business in our region to gain easy access to resources - be they people, skills, finance and/or information. She combined this need
with the structures and tools taught in U.Lab to design an online network platform that connects women from around the world to help each other source solutions to their own challenges. ‘We are so fortunate in the Northern Rivers to have community groups and organisations that actively lead change. ‘Whether it be in environmental and sustainability circles, regenerative agriculture, health, or equity in leadership roles, there is a positive and effective energy around conscious business and thought’. ‘Participating in a program such as U.Lab can aid drivers of these movements to work within a framework to be clear and supportive leaders’, says Sourcefield co-founder and SBP U.Lab Hub coordinator, Natasha Murray. Register by September 19 for the first hub, which starts on Monday September 21. For more information and bookings (including COVID-19 relief pricing) visit sbp.org. au/ulab2020 Q Peta McCallum is from Sourdough Business Pathways.
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Paul Bibby The local humanitarian who started the Byron Bay Community Pantry to help those hit hardest by COVID19 has been named the NSW Volunteer of the Year for the Northern Rivers region. Helen Hamilton, president of the Byron Community Centre (BCC), received the award from the NSW Centre for Volunteering at a special virtual ceremony on September 10. It is further recognition for the current Byron Shire Citizen of the Year, who also helped found the Liberation Larder community food service, and was its president for nine years.
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‘One thing I noticed when I came up here was how limited resources were for people outside the city,’ said Ms Hamilton, who moved to the Bay 13 years ago. ‘I was absolutely shocked, and it was one of the things that motivated me to get involved in the community. ‘Now we have more volunteers here than anywhere else in Australia per head of
Helen Hamilton. Photo Jeff Dawson population. That’s something to be incredibly proud of.’ The Byron Community Pantry, which is based at the BCC, delivers groceries and meals to anyone who has been affected by COVID-19 and cannot financially or physically shop, as well as a counselling service. The service is staffed by a combination of paid staff and volunteers. ‘I am just so impressed by how many volunteers work for our community’, Ms Hamilton said. ‘I really do feel that I’m accepting this award on behalf of all the volunteers at the BCC.
‘We certainly couldn’t survive as an organisation and do the things we do without all the volunteers, their commitment and the hours they so generously give’. The NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards are an annual program run by The Centre for Volunteering, which has grown to become one of the largest celebrations of volunteering across the country. Regional finalists for the awards are announced at 25 ceremonies throughout NSW and they are invited to the Gala State Ceremony for the announcement of the 2020 NSW Volunteer of the Year.
Mayor’s position on the Dunoon dam proposal While submissions have closed regarding the proposal to build a massive new dam at Dunoon to supply future water needs, Mayor Simon Richardson says, ‘The dam is an absolute last resort’. He told The Echo, ‘I am committed to trying to explore all other measures first, and at least put clear and thorough comparisons of options in front of our community for consideration’. ‘However, I fear that unless state, federal and community thoughts around water change, we will have little choice but to go down the dam path. ‘Currently, water is way too cheap, and we don’t apply true cost economics around the financial modelling. Also, the restrictions and obstacles around water tanks and recycled water are far too onerous’. He added that the nuanced and complex issues ‘require far more explanation than I just provided, and I hope that these issues can brought to the public’s attention so we can advocate for reasonable outcomes more powerfully’.
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Update on massive proposal for old Byron Woolies site Council staff have recommended refusal of a massive proposal for the old Byron Woolies site, located next to the existing Mercato shopping centre. Called the Essence of Byron Hotel, the 146 room hotel proposal is by Mercato’s developer, Robert Badalotti. NSW Northern Regional Planning Panel (NRPP) will hear public submissions via teleconference and determine the DA on September 16 from 5pm. The Council report by Rob van Iersel says all of the
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standards within Byron Local Environmental Plan 2014, specifically maximum building height and maximum floor space ratio’. ‘The result is a proposed building that would be inconsistent with the scale and character of existing development in the town centre and inconsistent with the desired future character’. The unelected NRPP panel is tasked by the NSW government to determine large developments instead of elected councillors. Capital investment value of the
development exceeds the $30 million threshold, and is $39,897,000. Leading up to the approval of Mercato, Greens Mayor Simon Richardson lavished praise on Mr Badalotti, including supporting the developer’s wish to fast-track Mercato’s completion. While that development attracted a lot of public criticism for it being out of character and too big for Byron, it was awarded Green Building Council Australia Five Star Green Star Retail Centre Design v1 2018.
Taj records debut single at local recording studio Eleven-year old Australian guitar prodigy Taj Farrant recorded his debut single last month at Lucky Boy studios, based in Byron Bay. Just Can’t Sleep was produced by legendary guitarist and sound engineer Geoff Wright, and features local musicians Grant Gerarty (drums) and Thierry Fossemale (bass). The single’s release is planned for September 21. Byron local, Scott Dorsey, manages Taj and says, ‘In the last 12 months, Taj has appeared on Ellen and performed live with Carlos Santana, KISS, Rob Thomas, Orianthi and Human Nature’. ‘He has over a million followers online, with over 60 million video views in the last three months alone’. Q Photo of Scott and Taj supplied.
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CALLING FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO HELP MANAGE BRUNSWICK HEADS MEMORIAL HALL Council is calling for nominations for additional members to join the Brunswick Heads Memorial Hall Committee. Love Byron Halls is an initiative to celebrate your halls and venues as spaces to get together. Community involvement in managing community facilities provides better outcomes for locals while engaging and including local people and providing an opportunity to participate in local community life. Halls are at the heart of our communities. Nomination forms, further information such as Terms of References, the ‘Halls and Venues Guidelines for Section 355 Management Committees and Boards’ and past meeting minutes can be found on Council’s Web site at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/ Council/Committees-and-groups/Section-355-Committees-andBoards-of-Management. To apply, please complete a nomination form available from the website. Nominations close: Friday 25 September 2020 Enquiries: Joanne McMurtry, Community Project Officer, 02 6626 7316 or jmcmurtry@byron.nsw.gov.au
PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING & ASSESSMENT ACT, 1979
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS DETERMINED Development Applications determined are available online using the DA Tracker on Council’s website. Go to www.byron.nsw.gov.au/datracker and navigate to Applications Determined from the menu on the left side of the page. Notices and accompanying documentation will be available online up to 5-7 days following determination.
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As part of the Land and Environment Court Appeal (Case No. 2019/00310612), the applicant has submitted amended plans. The amended plans may be viewed on Council’s website via www.byron.nsw.gov.au/datracker, or at Council’s Customer Service Centre using the electronic customer kiosk during normal office hours. You can also access the application through the public notice page www.byron.nsw.gov.au/westbyronsubmission. Development Application No:
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Northern Regional 2017NTH013 Planning Panel No:
PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Property Address: 342, 364, 394 Ewingsdale Road BYRON BAY, 22A and 22B Melaleuca Drive BYRON BAY
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Property Legal Description:
The following development applications (DAs) have been received by Council and require exhibition in accordance with Council’s Community Participation Plan 2019. DAs may be viewed online www.byron.nsw.gov.au/DAs_exhibition or by using the online kiosk at Council’s Customer Service Centre during normal office hours. Submissions Once you have viewed the DA, you can use the online form in the ‘Make a Submission’ tab on the DA Tracker or go to www.byron.nsw.gov.au/dasubmission. Further information on making a submission is available at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Makea-submission-on-a-DA. Political Donations Disclosure 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 23 SEPTEMBER 2020 10.2020.407.1 – Byron Bay, 36 & 1/38 Carlyle Street (LOT: 1 SP: 99483, LOT: 1 SP: 45265) Ardill Payne & Partners, Use of Side Boundary Fence greater than 1.8m in Height (3 metres) 10.2020.419.1 – Byron Bay, 4/27 Brigantine Street (LOT: 4 SP: 66320) Byron Bay Planning & Property Consultants, Use of First Floor as Dwelling Ancillary to Light Industry and Use of Ground Floor For Manufacture, Ancillary Sales and Product Demonstration
EXHIBITION CLOSES 30 SEPTEMBER 2020
LOT: 1 DP: 542178, LOT: 227 DP: 755695, LOT: 9 DP: 111821, LOT: 1 DP: 1166535, LOT: 229 DP: 755695, LOT: 2 DP: 542178, LOT: 1 DP: 520063, LOT: 7020 DP: 1113431, LOT 5 DP 1222674, LOT 6 DP 1222674
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Description of development proposed by amended plans:
Amended Proposal: Subdivision of Six (6) Lots into One Hundred and Forty Nine (149) Lots consisting of One Hundred and Forty Five (145) Residential Lots, Four (4) Large Residential Lots and dedication of residual land to Council for Public or Drainage Reserves.
The proposed subdivision comprises the following key elements: • The subdivision will be carried out in seven (7) stages; • Construction of internal roads; • Provision of essential services including water, stormwater, sewer, power and telephone; • Upgrading and embellishment of the drainage channel within the site (Lot 7020 DP 1113431); • Works on land shown on the Acid Sulfate Soils Map; • Earthworks across the subject site including approximately 7,000 cubic metres of cut and the importation of approximately 215,000 cubic metres of fill; and • Removal of approximately 2.9 hectares of native vegetation and environmental restoration works, habitat reconstruction and offset planting. The amended application will be on exhibition for a period of three (3) weeks from 10 September 2020 to 30 September 2020.
10.2020.425.1 – Suffolk Park, 1/22 Macgregor Street, 2/22 Macgregor Street (LOT: 1 SP: 16360, LOT: 2 SP: 16360) Planit Consulting Pty Ltd, Alterations and Additions to Unit 1 and Use of Alterations and Additions to Unit 2, Fence and Pergola
Council is interested to hear your view on the amended plans and submissions should be made to Byron Shire Council, but will be provided to the Land & Environment Court and Joint Regional Planning Panel (as the consent authority in this matter) and may be viewed by other persons with an interest in the application.
5.1994.282.2 – Byron Bay, 1/45 Childe Street (LOT: 1 SP: 51491, LOT: 4 DP: 815981, LOT: 0 SP: 51491) Mr G Vescio, S4.55 for Alterations and Additions to Existing Dual Occupancy (Attached)
For further information on making a submission please refer to information on Council’s website www.byron.nsw.gov.au/ developmentsubmissions.
10.2020.442.1 – Coorabell, 409 Coorabell Road (LOT: 8 DP: 1163687) Balanced Systems Planning Consultants, Additional Five (5) Dwelling Sites for Existing Rural Landsharing Community (Multiple Occupancy)
There are also 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 at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/politicaldonations.
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Mullum Masterplan projects to roll out Paul Bibby $660,000 worth of reconstruction and resurfacing work is set to commence March/April next year for a ‘green spine’, which will run the length of Stuart Street, Mullumbimby. As Byron Council begins planning for a $250,000 enhancement of the town’s main drag, Burringbar Street, plans are afoot for its other key promenade. ‘The “green spine” involves creating a leafy, pedestrian and cycling friendly Stuart Street that connects the green edges of town from Heritage Park to the Mullumbimby gardens’, a Council spokesperson said. ‘A detailed design for the whole of Stuart Street will be prepared that considers vegetation, landscaping, cyclist safety, the importance of carparking – particularly in the town centre – and drainage.’ There are currently no bike paths on the vast majority of Stuart Street, and limited footpaths.
In addition to these works, there would also be a spine of native trees running down the centre of the street, incorporated with water sensitive urban design initiatives. In addition to this, there would be a series of road upgrading works, including asphalt overlay to improve the road surface, improved road drainage, landscaping works and clearly delineated car parking. The project is one of the first from the Mullumbimby Masterplan, a major blueprint guiding growth and change within the town which was adopted by Byron Council in November last year.
Ten year vision Intended to set the direction for Mullumbimby over the next ten years, the plan identified the green spine as a ‘priority action’. This work will be followed by improvement works at the Tincogan and Stuart Street intersections, in late June or early July 2021.
DOING BUSINESS WITH COUNCIL? VENDORPANEL MARKETPLACE Byron Shire Council is now managing all goods and services sourcing through the VendorPanel online platform. As part of our ongoing effort to improve our business with local suppliers Byron Shire Council is now managing all sourcing through VendorPanel Marketplace. VendorPanel Marketplace uses geolocation to enable staff to easily identify local suppliers and invite them to quote on work. It is entirely free for suppliers and provides you with an easy to use tool to manage your quotes. Registration is free and easy: 1. Go to www.vendorpanel.com.au/marketplace and click on the ‘Register Now’ button 2. Search and select the best category for your business 3. Click on the link you receive to complete your profile Once registered, your business profile will be visible to buyers searching your category and region of service. If you need any help to register, please contact VendorPanel Support at support@vendorpanel.com or phone on 03 9095 6181. We look forward to working with you in the future.
PROPOSED LICENCE LOT 2005 DP 808461 Council is proposing to licence Lot 2005 DP808461,125 Shara Boulevard Ocean Shores known as the Shara Community Gardens, for a period of five (5) years to the Shara Community Garden Incorporated for the purpose of a community garden. In accordance with Section 47 of the Local Government Act 1993 interested parties are invited to make submissions about this proposal within 28 days. Submissions must be made in writing by visiting www.byron.nsw.gov.au/Home under the Public Notice tab. Submissions open: 31 August 2020 Submissions close: 28 September 2020 Enquiries: Julia Curry Sustainability and Emissions Reduction Officer 02 6626 7295
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Local News Residents object to Kollective’s latest plans in Bruns A large new proposal for a boarding house and retail shops by The Kollective is before the public, this time in Bayside Brunswick, right nextdoor to the preschool at 94 Kingsford Drive. Called The Corso, it’s already stirred neighbours into action, with residents meeting last Sunday to discuss the proposal. While The Kollective promotes itself as a provider of long-term affordable rental housing for middle income earners, the company has attracted public criticism for pushing the limits of Council’s planning policies toward over-development in urban areas.
Weak planning regs Additionally, weak NSW regulations around affordable rental housing allow developers sunset clauses on such developments, while only having to provide 30 per cent of the floor area as ‘affordable’. Resident Lisa Sandstrom told The Echo, ‘Local residents are appalled that The Kollective would think this would benefit the community in any way’.
A boarding house, with 48 self-contained rooms, six shop top houses, co-working spaces and retail shops. Image www.thecorsobrunswick.net.au ‘The community believed that a store and cafe similar to the South Golden beach and New Brighton beach shop and cafe was approved for the site. What The Kollective is proposing is something that belongs in a high density metropolitan area. ‘Concerns centre around the following: massively increased traffic, a boarding house overlooking the preschool, the amenity of the community, lack of services in the area, lack of employment, and the need for car ownership in Bayside. ‘The population of Bayside growing by a third from this one development on the size of five house lots! ‘The scale of this development is completely
inappropriate for this neighbourhood. ‘We believe this company has previous form with its developments, pushing them as affordable housing in this Shire, when in fact, the developers seem to be building micro-apartments in attractive locations and renting [most of] them at market rates for young professionals and students’. As part of new development application (DA) pre-lodgement policies, The Kollective have advertised their proposal. Described as a ‘neighbourhood centre’, the plans include a 48 self-contained rooms boarding house, six shop top houses, co-working spaces and retail shops.
The accomodation will be limited to between 48 and 96 persons, says the website’s FAQ, and ‘will not be for sale or for short term holiday rentals’. Instead, it will ‘provide permanent affordable housing for singles, couples and young families on moderate incomes living and working in the Byron Shire’. The website says rental costs for the boarding house will be between $285 and $385pw, and for shop top houses, $450 to $650pw. An ‘onsite manager to monitor operation of the boarding house’ will be employed, says The Kollective. The application seeks to have a cafe and grocer operate from 7am to 7pm, daily. Developers also claim that approximately one third of the subject lot will be landscaped. Ms Sandstrom added, ‘The Brunswick Bayside Collected Community (the name for our action group) strongly oppose this proposal and will be watching this DA application very closely’. The website for the proposal is www.thecorsobrunswick.net.au.
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including iconic food, beverage and tourism enterprises extending across seven local government areas from Grafton, in the Clarence region in the south, to Tweed Heads in the north. NRF Chair Pam Brook said there is enormous potential to increase food production in the Northern Rivers. ‘This is not just developing the capacity of the sector, but in raising awareness of this region’s amazing food and beverage offerings.’ ‘Members of the NRF have
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Damage control It’s hard to calculate the enormous public relations damage – and unnecessary angst – Council staff and councillors have inflicted upon this community with their latest bumbling and incompetent attempts to regulate unauthorised dwellings. See page one. Threatening letters were sent last week by Council, which accuse a particular group of residents of unauthorised dwellings. Without providing proof of alleged unauthorised dwellings, Council gives them an ultimatum to respond to Council by October 5. It was done without a policy even being in place, which again reflects upon Council’s poor process with governance. ‘Good process’ was an election slogan by Mayor Simon Richardson in 2016, and he is yet to explain to The Echo how Council are delivering that. Anyway, Council’s phishing letter seeks to entrap longtime – and many elderly – residents who have been living here for decades. Many of the people Council targeted moved here following the counterculture movement of the 70s and 80s. These are generally not wealthy people who are interested in flipping houses or cashing in on Byron Shire. Instead, they are part of the alternative movement that is known throughout the world. They generally live simply and off grid in low impact and affordable housing! Hey – doesn’t Council support that? Council staff reply to this debacle will presumably be that meeting building codes is required, owing to the insurance risks and dangers posed by dwellings which do not meet those standards. Evidence of the dangers, they may argue, are the fires that nearly ripped through the area late last year. The reality is that Council want compliance goons to rummage through people’s homes with tape measures. They will perhaps then say it will be $300,000 to raise the roof, restump, and fix the septic. How well thought out is this policy? The draft Unauthorised Dwellings policy 2020 allows staff the latitide to do whatever they want. ‘Greens’ Cr Sarah Ndiaye presented it to Council on June 18 and it was endorsed (not adopted) with the support of all councillors except Cr Michael Lyon. Those other councillors are Mayor Simon Richardson, Crs Jeannette Martin (both Greens), Country Labor’s Paul Spooner and Jan Hackett, left leaning independents Basil Cameron, Cate Coorey, and Nationals Party-aligned Alan Hunter. Addressing this complex topic requires trust, and Council unfortunately has an appalling reputation when it comes to how it deals with planning and compliance. The Echo has reported on many decisions which appeared arbitrary, biased and even seemed to verge on the vexatious. To expect public trust at this point is a stretch too far. Council have no idea what they are doing here, or what they are getting into. Residents of Main Arm, which seems to have been singled out, feel that Council has declared war on their community. Council staff took a similarly hard line against Butler Street residents over the bypass, with full support by the mayor and his few followers. So where do we go from here, General Manager Mark Arnold and Mayor Simon Richardson? A public meeting at the Main Arm shop is planned this Saturday from 3pm. Hans Lovejoy, editor
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or Australia’s hardline, copper-bottomed, hide-bound conservatives, federation was always a mistake. Fighting the good fight against the centralists of Canberra is not just a political imperative – it is a holy crusade, less a case of state rights than state rites. So, they should be rejoicing when the premiers, emboldened by their inclusion in the so-called national cabinet, have taken the logical next step: state riots. They now give only token acknowledgment to the consensus wistfully expected by Scott Morrison in his attempts to secure a united front in the battle against this novel coronavirus and, more importantly it seems, they have removed the restrictive measures that give the battle a chance of success. There is a vague, indeed meaningless, commitment to the idea that it would be nice if they were out by Christmas, the pious hope of the British when they entered the Great War of 1914, as many have cynically mentioned. But in practice it is every state – and territory – for itself. The commonwealth has unraveled, federation has unfederated. So why aren’t the Tories cheering? Well, partly because even they know that there are some things which really should be the purview of the national government. The concept of provincial armies, while no doubt appealing to the feudalists, is hardly suited to modern times. So even most of the reactionaries accept the reality of 1901 and all that. There is the odd (seriously odd) denialist; Joh Bjelke-Petersen once declared: ‘There is no such thing as Australia. I am the premier of the sovereign state of Queensland, and I know whereof I speak.’ This was particularly demented given that he had himself chosen Australian nationality having been born in New Zealand. But most conservatives are content to rail against what they see as the increasing encroachment of the feds. Which is why it is curious that they have been very quiet in their applause for the premiers (admittedly most of them Labor) when they have taken their own stand for autonomy and independence. Morrison, of course, has been more than somewhat selective when choosing his targets. Annastacia Palaszczuk has received a good kicking for not allowing
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a bereaved woman to attend a funeral, he even rang the Queensland premier to demand what he called compassion. Coming from Morrison, this is risible chutzpah; unfortunate, obviously, but one of countless tragedies, and in any case a decision of the chief medical officer, not the purview of any politician, however senior. And there is a state election looming. Whatever it takes.
Like most Nationals politicians, John Barilaro is ƐIJĕ Ǖ ĶŔƆĶĕƆƐ şĪ żëżĕſȝƐĶīĕſƆ Mungo MacCallum But the big shellacking is, as always, for Daniel Andrews, to be blamed for everything, now and forever. And it will go on remorselessly for weeks to come, because Morrison must unveil a budget in three weeks, and the prospect is not good. Unless there is some leak-proof bonanza we do not expect, there will be little to rejoice about as we move into the holiday season. Tax cuts, but mainly for those who do not really need them, and will not use them for the common good. A raft of big-ticket infrastructure, which will not click in for many months, and which may crowd out projects that are already under way. And that, apart from the usual waffle about cutting red, green or any other coloured tape, and tweaking industrial relations laws, will be about it. Disappointment and disillusionment will be inevitable, so ramp up the blame game. And even without the confected pile on from the Murdoch media, as the details are belatedly teased out it is clear that Andrews deserves a share – but only a share of shellack, and probably less than is owing to Morrison and his feds. But then, so does Gladys Berejiklian, Morrison’s gold standard home state premier. NSW has been reasonably competent, but also lucky. In general, the premier’s procedures for tackling COVID-19 have been adequate and have worked pretty well, although it is a long way from over. But like everyone else, including Morrison, she has been constantly inconsistent
and confusing about what is on and off and why and where and when. And again like Morrison, she has not been helped by some of the drongos surrounding her. Step forward, John Barilaro, whose bluff, bluster and bullshit threatened to derail a government because he wanted to bulldoze his way through the remaining habitat of endangered cuddly marsupials. Barilaro backed down, declaring victory – the premier will bring the issue to cabinet when she is good and ready, just as she always intended. Whether this will satisfy his gullible followers, let alone his Liberal coalitionists, is to be seen, but it has to be highly improbable. At least the koalas got a reprieve. Like most Nationals politicians, Barilaro is the flimsiest of paper tigers. His only weapon is to withdraw from the coalition, and any rational person – and even his own party colleagues – know that is not really an option. The only time it works is if the ultimatum is serious, and the last man to make it stick was Black Jack McEwen, the leader who vetoed Billy McMahon as prime minister (but later relented), and even cowed Robert Menzies after a couple of memorable showdowns. Malcolm Turnbull surrendered to Barnaby Joyce over same sex marriage and climate change, but Malcolm Turnbull was never one for a fight anyway. There was a time when at least some Nats were serious about taking an independent stance; in Victoria, they even went into coalition with Labor for a brief period. But those days are long gone. Now they accept their subordinate role and just hoover up the perks of office. Just as Barilaro hoped to do last week. This fiasco is, presumably, what the conservatives want when they talk about the splendours of devolving power, giving the states free rein to do their own things in the name of restraining the national administration from becoming too arrogant and unaccountable. Well, it seemed a good idea at the time. But if you think the feds are often a bit second rate, have a look at this mob. The case for removing the middle layer of government, going directly from the Commonwealth to an enhanced system of local government, has seldom been stronger. And isn’t less government what the conservatives really want?
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Koala protection Last week’s performance by the National Party in NSW will go down in history for its utter arrogance and total contempt for our vulnerable koalas and other wildlife. The major cause of the decline of koalas is habitat loss, and it cannot be dismissed by ‘if a farmer or a private landholder wants to take a few logs off to have a livelihood‌’. With widespread clearing of habitat on private land and the ongoing logging (on public land), let alone the massive loss of habitat from the unprecedented
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bushfires, we need to protect their habitat. John Barilaro, your comment that the National Party stands for a thriving koala population and wants to see the koala population double is not supported by the actions you are now taking. You say one thing and then continue to support unchecked land clearing. Since the new Native Vegetation clearing codes were introduced in March 2019 – 51,000 ha have been cleared for agriculture. It appears the National Party has been on another planet for the last couple of years and have not listened to, seen, or understood what the majority of Australians are asking for protection of our environment and our wildlife. Here in the Northern Rivers, Bangalow Koalas has been busy creating and connecting koala habitat to form a koala wildlife corridor from Byron Bay and surrounds, out towards Tenterfield, north to the Queensland border, and south towards Grafton. The majority of our landholders are farmers. We
are in a regional area, and farmers far and wide in this area are jumping on board to protect and save our koalas. I believe you are out of touch with the very people you claim to be representing. May you all hold your heads in shame.(See p20). Linda Sparrow President, Bangalow Koalas
Atttacking hippies In the 1970s Byron Council made their first attack on the alternative (hippy) newcomers to Main Arm who had built dwellings with little money. They were saved by hippyfriendly Councillor Frank Mills who, whilst agreeing to Council’s policy to purge the new dwellings, said first attention should be paid to the illegal cabins, garages and sheds and understorey flats in Byron Bay itself. The purge fizzled out. Roll on to the 1990s and Greens Mayor, Tom Wilson, and in 2010/11 Jan Barham had another go; both using an alleged septic tank inspection program as access to examine Main Arm properties. These programs was alleged to be about cleaning
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up the creek, and again only targeted Main Arm, but it too fizzled out when it was seen that the hippies didn’t live near the creek, but the cows did; pooing all day long into the stream Now it’s the 2020s and Main Arm is again singled out. A flood of show cause letters have been sent, but only to Main Arm’s owners of allegedly unapproved dwellings – and an illegal drone has been spotted – will this too fizzle out when the Murdoch press runs headlines ‘AUSTRALIA’S GREENEST COUNCIL CLEANSES POORER RESIDENTS OF BYRON SHIRE WITH EVICTIONS’? We would prefer some help with provision of affordable lodgings. Name withheld
Corrections It’s no secret to Echo readers that Alan Dickens has been a thorn in Council’s side for a while, but while thorns can be irritating, well-argued criticisms and probing questions are a bulwark of democracy. In the current world situation, it’s something we all need to value and guard. However, Alan’s letter (2 September) mentioning my attendance at a Waste Water and Recycling committee meeting needs some correction. The meeting was in May 2018, not 2019. I was briefly in Australia and two councillors invited me to contribute from my extensive experience in Belongil matters. I wasn’t ‘paid’. Alan thinks the meeting wasn’t minuted, but I made some notes. The discussion ran for three hours and covered many topics. On â–ś Continued on next page
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the constructed wetlands, successful on a world scale, which I designed in 2003-04, I offered the opinion that the upper section of the wetlands is in generally poor condition (not ‘total neglect’) and was never planted correctly. It’s one reason why I’m so concerned about Council’s current plan [to re-route effluent down a shorter path to the Belongil Estuary]. Lastly, Council staff indicated proposed actions: qualified people would be engaged to assess (1) the
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include half traffic, shady spaces for conversation, colourful welcoming art on its Main Street. A vision for Byron Council to attempt to actualise with a $250,000 grant from state government. A large colourful mural will be painted onto the road constructed wetlands, (2) the Sandmine Drain in the Tyagarah Nature Reserve (with impacts on landholders south of the railway line), and (3) review of the 24ha effluent reuse project with a view to expansion. Those commitments appear to have gone by the board. David Pont Indonesia
Freedom March Congratulations to Delta Kay and the Arakwal mob for refusing to endorse the group of ratbags baying for personal freedoms on
surface/intersection of Burringbar and Stuart Streets, shaped seating on each corner, and performance or public art. Traffic to go onto Station Street, trafficcalming measures, traffic lane narrowing, 20km/hr driving, painted markers to tell drivers they are entering and are in, a place of community importance. So the street can be reconfigured with all these ‘plans’? We then come to the massively overdue roadworks of Billinudgel Road, Billinudgel, where residents have to
cope with thick clouds of dust every day – all day and night – as the population has increased, and traffic is constant. At last this junction at Marshalls Creek has been recognised as a major safety issue. The dust is a cause of acute sinusitis, dust in homes, windows cannot be left open as dust covers all computers, etc. Billinudgel Road has been ignored continually, and is not mentioned in all these Shire-wide roadworks! Jillian Spring Billinudgel
Saturday, 5 September. Do these people live under martial law? Are they subjected to totalitarian rule? Has their land been overtaken by an invading force? No. They’ve been asked to endure a different set of conditions while the worst health crisis in a century is ravaging the entire planet. The thing that has been interesting has been the increasing synergy between the local ‘alternative’ viewpoints, and the international extreme right wing. COVID-19 (even its existence), 5G, anti
vax, alleged freedom infringements, are all massive concerns of fascist nutjobs (QAnon et al) who base most of their arguments on outdated conspiracy theories. Perhaps the marchers could try to do something good for the collective, i.e. society, rather than selfishly whinge about this ‘outrageous attack’(?) on their personal freedoms. The way things are going, we may be seeing glassyeyed hippies marching down Burringbar St with SLRs bemoaning the impact of ▶ Continued on page 18
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MAYOR’S COLUMN By Byron Shire Mayor Simon Richardson
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Message for Schoolies – please postpone This week, I’ve been getting an important message out to school leavers who are planning to come to Byron Bay for their Schoolies celebration: please postpone your plans – come another time, when you can party freely and safely, enjoy the fun of the Byron Shire but not pose a risk to our community. As a parent, and teacher, I really feel for all the year 12 students out there who deserve to let off some steam and celebrate the end of their high school years. However, there are serious health ramifications for our community, and the entire state, should there be just one case of COVID-19 in our area as a result of a large social gathering or an uncontrolled house party. Anyone coming to Byron Shire during Schoolies Week, or any time, is required to abide by all of the NSW Health orders including no gathering in groups larger than 20 people in public and private places. There are strict controls in place at hotels, there are no night clubs operating, and no large public gatherings and it’s expected these rules and restrictions on social gathering will still be in place in NSW in November and December this year. One of our main health and safety concerns now is house parties getting out of control in residential neighbourhoods through unmanaged holiday letting bookings. This issue is one that Council and local police cannot manage alone and I have been publicly requesting the help of the NSW Premier this week – asking that measures are put in place so that holiday letting is treated the same as other types of tourist accommodation with mandatory COVID-19 Safety Plans and the same strict visitor and guest rules as hotels and hostels. So my apologies go out to year 12 students – at any other time Byron would be preparing to welcome you all with open arms. This year, I hope you can help put our community’s health first and postpone your partying plans until safer times.
Adani was granted an injunction last Friday, 11 September to stop activist Ben Pennings from certain actions and statements in relation to the Adani coal mine. The injunction was granted by Supreme Court Justice Martin and follows two failed court applications arlier this year by Adani to have search orders granted to search Pennings home e. ‘Today Supreme Court Justice Martin granted Adani an injunction stopping me from doing and saying specific things in relation to the Carmichael Coal Mine and Rail Project. This follows two recent failed court applications by Adani to intimidate my family by raiding our home,’ said Mr Pennings in a media statement on Friday morning.
Secret raids According to the ABC, court documents revealed that the mining company had ‘secretly sought to raid the Brisbane home of an activist to seize evidence’. ‘Adani and its Carmichael Rail Network applied for a
Activist, Ben Pennings has become a taget for Adani as it aims to push ahead with its Carmichael Coal Mine and Rail Network. search order, known as an Anton Piller order, against Benjamin Pennings in June this year. ‘It claimed Mr Pennings had possession of “confidential information on a computer at his home” which was being used in a concerted campaign of “intimidation and conspiracy” against the Galilee Basin coal project. ‘As part of the application, Adani claimed Mr Pennings had information to which only company executives and other select staff and contractors had access.’
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Adani could bankrupt Pennings Mr Pennings says that ‘Adani claims their legal strategy is not about inflicting hardship on me. Despite this successful injunction, Adani is still undertaking court action that could bankrupt my family. ‘I shouldn’t have to sell our suburban family home to make a multi-billionaire even richer. So long as Adani threatens my family and the
environment we all share, I will do everything lawfully in my powers to stop them. ‘The urgent need to stop new thermal coal mines is much bigger than any one individual,’ says Mr Pennings. ‘The global movement to stop Adani’s coal mine will not be deterred by the coldhearted bullying tactics of a billionaire’s mining company targeting one individual. The Australian public will continue to oppose Adani’s destructive climate wrecking mine.’
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Letters CHESS by Ian Rogers Adult crossboard chess has now returned to every state except Victoria, though with multiple new rules, including limited numbers, the tournament experience is far from ‘normal’. In the ACT, the Hetherington Memorial was the first classical tournament to commence since early in the year, with plenty of COVID Safe rules and a shortened time limit designed to guarantee that no player spent more than two hours in the playing hall. It is chess, but not as we know it, as one of the competitors, Allen Setiabudi [right], explains. ‘One of the reasons I entered was that I was genuinely interested in seeing familiar faces and spectating others’ games. However, social distancing rules, not much time in my own game and having to leave the playing area immediately meant not much of that. ‘Having to leave the playing area immediately after the game is a bit jarring; I’m used to at least a short conversation. Though I’ve noticed that people are starting to linger after their games longer as the weeks progress.
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The Kollective group of developers have purchased a parcel of land behind the Lilly Pilly Preschool at Bayside, Brunswick Heads. The land size in 2018 would have allowed approximately six house lots. Today, apparently it is able to house a grocery store, a cafe, six shopfronts with upper accommodation as well as a ‘new generation’ boarding house of 48 rooms. This is named The Corso, a proposed neighbourhood centre. The Kollective state: this space intends to satisfy the increasing demand for people looking to live and work nearby. Nearby? Nearby where? Work? Available where? Where nearby? The Kollective state: therefore removing unwanted commutes and car ownership, whilst re-establishing small dependable communities. Oh please! They say no need to own a car, no need to have unwanted commutes. How do they expect these future tenants to get to the so-called nearby jobs? Ahhh, bicycles of course, no need to own a car. They state that rental rates and terms will remain strictly confidential, hmmm will tenants be made to sign a non-disclosure form (NDF)? Interesting! Wow, so much for us residents to look forward to; a convenient grocery store. Will they be Aldi comparative? A quiet neighbourhood centre, where only bicycles pass. If I rent a shop, will I have to sign a NDF? Well confidentially, I’m not convinced any of this is suitable for Bayside, a small residential community where these residents
There is an urgent sociological/ecological sustainable need for Byron Shire to return to the ‘old ways’ as we face the onslaught of overdevelopment, the pandemic, and community fragmentation. David Pont writes in letters (2, September) ‘that successive Councils have fallen prey to “institutional forgetting”. In May 2000 the Byron Bay Wastewater Steering Committee established the Belongil Rehabilitation Working Group… faced with acid sulphate soils, catchment degradation, loss of critical habitat, and annual fish kills, the working group developed a fully integrated major regeneration project… kicked off with a $250,000 Commonwealth grant obtained by the Working Group.’ Return to the present. Byron Council’s plan to shorten the route of excess treated effluent to the Belongil carries the most serious of implications. Scientific evidence has now established that the
COVID-19 virus is active in treated effluent, while negative results are being returned utilising nasal and mouth technologies. In Byron Bay the treated effluent travels to the much loved Belongil, which is also a popular swimming beach for locals and tourists. As we witness the very cruel deaths of the aged – dying without
ventilators, it is possible to hypothesise that the virus could be thriving in the sewers and toilet pans. If we are to survive these perils we must first resist the corporatisation of Byron Bay by developers. The future for all sentient beings rests in our hands. Jo Faith Newtown
Yes, Commissioner Simon Alderton, Murwillumbah We continue the trials and tribulations of the NSW Cross Border Commissioner. This week, the commissioner investigates a mysterious multi-coloured bubble growing on the border with Queensland. Commissioner: Mavis… that was Gladys on the phone and she wants to know about a bubble? Secretary: You mean the border bubble Commissioner? Anastasia sent you a diagram of her bubble last week. Commissioner: Oh, Anastasia’s pattern with the red, blue with large grey bits all over it. Has anyone deciphered it yet? Secretary: I’ve had our team all over it Commissioner and simply put, if you live in the blue bit, you can go to the red bit, but not if you’ve been to the grey bit. However, if you live in the grey bit you can visit the blue bit, but not the red bit, and if you live in the red bit you can only go to this grey bit – but not that grey bit AND the blue bit – providing you don’t meet anyone from this grey bit over here. Furthermore, if you live in this grey bit, and stray into that blue bit, you’ll be quarantined for 14 days at your own expense in the red bit. Commissioner: Huh… if Gladys calls, tell her I’m out. Secretary: Yes, Commissioner. Stay tuned for more thrills and spills from the NSW Office of Cross Border Affairs
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What’s the fuss about koalas and the National Party? Aslan Shand The NSW National Party has decided to stay in the well-paid pond of the NSW government following a tantrum over the Koala Habitat Protection State Environment Planning Policy (SEPP) that began last Wednesday, 9 September. The stoush between the NSW National and Liberal parties was kicked off by National’s Member for Clarence, Chris Gulaptis who, according to the ABC, said the koala SEPP ‘was more about “protecting trees and not necessarily the trees that koalas live off”.’ By Thursday the NSW Nationals were threatening to move to the crossbench, and refusing to support government bills, unless their demands regarding the koala SEPP were met – while of course remaining in government and being extremely well paid by the taxpayers. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian told them, on Thursday, they couldn’t have it both ways, and following crisis meetings on the Friday morning the Nationals backed down and re-entered the fold.
So what was all the fuss about? The Koala Habitat Protection SEPP had come into effect on 1 March, bringing some changes to the existing SEPP that ‘clarifies the definition of core koala habitat and increases the number of tree species that can be used to identify koala habitat from ten to 123,’ according to a press release from the Nature Conservation Council (NCC) in December 2019. ‘Changes to the NSW koala planning policy announced [20 December 2019] improve a relatively ineffectual planning instrument, but they fall well short of what is required to protect the species’, the NCC said at the time. The NCC pointed out that local councils were under no obligation to develop koala plans of management (KPoM). They also highlighted that some councils were ‘hostile to koala conservation’ and that costs to develop them (KPoMs) could be prohibitive for some councils.
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population would be extinct by 2050. Following the unprecedented Black Summer fires, the WWF reported that there was ‘a 71 per cent decline in koala populations across six locations in northern NSW’. ‘The Koala Inquiry reported in June with the key finding, supported by all members of the Committee, including government members, that koalas will be extinct by 2050 unless the government takes urgent action,’ said Chair of the Inquiry and Greens MP, Cate Faehrmann. ‘It’s extremely reassuring to see the NSW Premier and her Planning and Environment Ministers taking the findings and recommendations from the recent Parliamentary Inquiry into Koalas seriously, including not giving in to an ultimatum to weaken koala habitat protection laws. ‘The Inquiry found that the ongoing loss and fragmentation of koala habitat poses the most serious threat to koala populations and that koalas in the wild in NSW cannot be guaranteed unless the government takes further action to protect their habitat,’ she said.
Protect core koala habitat The North East Forest Alliance (NEFA) is calling on people who want core koala habitat to be identified and protected from logging to contact the Liberal Party and encourage them to continue to resist National Party bullying. The Koala SEPP was introduced by the coalition in 1995, with the then National Party member for Ballina, Don Page, claiming credit for it, NEFA spokesperson Dailan Pugh said. ‘The SEPP basically requires the preparation of KPoMs that identify core koala habitat. These are required for individual Development Applications (DAs) over core koala habitat. ‘Where councils identify core koala habitat, it is identified as Sensitive Regulated
Land and therefore can’t be cleared under an exemption, and is excluded from logging under the Private Native Forest logging codes. ‘This has been intended since the first 1994 Koala SEPP, yet the Koala Inquiry identified that over the last 25 years only six comprehensive KPoMs have been approved, and these are mostly just for parts of Local Government Areas (LGAs), and mostly don’t identify core koala habitat. ‘The bipartisan Koala Inquiry found that the regulatory framework for private native forestry does not protect koala habitat with the theoretical protections for koalas “weakened substantially, or indeed non-existent, when practically applied”. ‘In 2019 the coalition adopted a revamped Koala SEPP that tries to make the process for identifying core koala habitat workable.
Koalas population reduced by 50 per cent on North Coast ‘Since then Timber NSW have been worried that if councils identify core koala habitat then they won’t be able to log it, and have been targeting the National Party in a campaign to overturn the SEPP. ‘The threat by the National Party to resign from the Coalition is all about trying to make the identification of core koala habitat unworkable so that it can continue to be logged and cleared. ‘Koalas had declined by over 50 per cent on the North Coast since the Koala SEPP was first introduced 26 years ago, then in 2019/20 [Black Summer fires] 30 per cent of their high quality habitat was burnt, with losses of 44–100 per cent of koalas from firegrounds. ‘Since 2015 clearing of native vegetation has doubled, with no consideration of koalas. Wild koalas will likely go extinct in NSW by 2050 if the National Party continue like this.
‘NEFA are asking people to email or phone the offices of Premier Gladys Berejiklian, Planning Minister Rob Stokes and Environment Minister Matt Kean to thank them for helping protect koalas against National Party bullying. Encourage them to provide support to Councils to complete the mapping of core koala habitat across NSW within five years. The NCC has also called on the NSW government to reimburse small landholders the cost of pre-development koala surveys, and to fund local councils to formulate koala plans of management. ‘We all want to save koalas from extinction, so it makes sense for the government to support all practical measures that will protect them,’ NCC Chief Executive Chris Gambian said. ‘The conservation movement stands ready to sit down with farmers in good faith and work through any issues they have with the provisions of the Koala Habitat Protection SEPP. ‘We know the overwhelming majority of farmers care deeply about the land, bushland and wildlife in their care. ‘Reimbursing the costs of pre-development koala surveys for small landholders is a very practical way the government can help landholders play their part in conserving koalas for future generations. ‘We have said from the start that the Koala Habitat Protection SEPP falls short of what’s required, but it is an improvement and should be retained.’ Mr Gambian said another practical measure the government should take is to give local councils the resources they need to complete koala plans of management. NEFA are also asking people to email or phone the offices of North Coast National Party representatives to protest against their attempts to remove protections for koalas, such as Geoff Provest (Tweed), Chris Gulaptis (Clarence), Gurmesh Singh (Coffs Harbour), Leslie Williams (Port Macquarie), Melinda Pavey (Oxley), Stephen Bromhead (Myall Lakes) and Upper House representative Ben Franklin. ‘We need to show that the community supports koala protection,’ Mr Pugh said.
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Articles Planet Watch – Top three environmental issues
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ith so many environmental crises occurring, it’s hard to focus on just three. What with the Greenland ice sheet having passed the point of no return (even if global warming stopped tomorrow, or global temperatures cooled a little), and watching the unprecedented megafires (all too familiar to Australian viewers) rage across California.
Great Barrier Reef: Going, going, gone? The Great Barrier Reef (GBR) has experienced its third major bleaching event in five years, following on from the widespread mass bleaching events in 2016 and 2017. The highest monthly sea surface temperature ever recorded on the GBR since records began was recorded in February this year. This year’s bleaching event was severe, and more widespread than earlier events. It has now extended its impact and is the first mass bleaching event that has affected all three regions of the Reef simultaneously. Earlier this year, Professor Terry Hughes, director of the Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies at James Cook University, conducted an aerial survey of 1,036 reefs and found that 25 per cent of reefs were severely bleached. The time between recurrent bleaching events is shrinking, hindering a full recovery. Scientists at James Cook University have found that damaged coral reefs need at least 9–12 years to fully recover from bleaching events. The greatest threat to the Great Barrier Reef is climate change and the deadly underwater heatwaves it is fuelling. Runoff from land clearing is also undermining the Reef’s resilience to the impact from climate change.
Koalas: On track to extinction Koala populations in SE QLD, NSW and the ACT have been experiencing severe declines since the 1990s that led to their listing as a ‘threatened’ species in 2012. Before the 2019/20 Black Summer bushfires, koala populations were in catastrophic decline in many areas in eastern Australia. Chlamdyosis, trauma related to human activities (predation
by pets, car collisions etc), and wasting owing to starvation are the main causes of death and injury. The report Koala populations and habitat in New South Wales released in June this year by the Parliament of NSW gave us this stark assessment of the current plight of the koala: ‘The ongoing destruction of koala habitat through the clearing of land for agriculture, development, mining, and forestry has severely impacted most koala populations.’ The report found that ‘this fragmentation and loss of habitat poses the most serious threat to koala populations’. A recent spatial analysis by the Wilderness Society of which land use activities in southeast Queensland are contributing the most to koala habitat destruction revealed that 76 per cent of 275,775 hectares (2,758 square kilometres) of ‘likely koala habitat’ was cleared between 2013–2018, primarily for beef-related land use, and 14 per cent for sheep-related land use. Prolonged severe drought conditions in NSW saw many koala populations suffer ongoing stress, and then the 2019–2020 Black Summer bushfires decimated these struggling populations. Conservative estimates suggest that at least 5,000 koalas, and potentially many more, were killed in the fires. The Parliamentary report estimated 24 per cent of koala habitats on public land were ‘severely impacted’ by the fires, with koalas declining by up to 81 per cent in some areas. However, perhaps the Parliamentary report’s findings which are the most confronting are those that convey the urgency of the situation: • ‘Given the scale of loss to koala populations across New South Wales... without urgent government intervention to protect habitat and address all other threats, the koala will become extinct in New South Wales before 2050. • ‘The future of koalas in the wild in New South Wales cannot be guaranteed unless the NSW Government takes stronger action to prevent further loss of koala habitat.’
Land clearing creates a drier, hotter climate These first two issues are underpinned by a third major issue: land use change. Land use change,
including rampant deforestation around the world, is a major driver of climate change, which is also killing the Great Barrier Reef and koalas. Regional deforestation and land clearing is contributing to runoff which is impacting parts of the Great Barrier Reef, making it more stressed and more vulnerable to climate change.
Australia as bad as the Amazon… Australia has lost about half of its forest and bushland since 1788, and much of what remains is degraded. Yet Australia has the highest level of deforestation of any developed country, which is at levels on par with what is occurring in the Amazon, the Congo basin and Borneo. 500,000 ha are cleared each year. Much of the deforestation is primarily driven by agricultural clearing for beef and sheep production, mining, and urban development. Scientists have known for decades that deforestation in tropical and subtropical regions can have a considerable warming and drying effect on regional climate.
Negative feedback gets positive Sadly, if climate change continues unabated, the sort of record temperatures and fire conditions we saw during this last (2019–2020) fire season could become the norm within 20 years, and be considered below average within 40 years. As bad as this all sounds, the Earth may yet have a negative feedback up her sleeve. With continued destruction of the Earth’s forests and conversion of land for industrial agriculture, there is a greater likelihood of new epidemics emerging. As we are currently experiencing with COVID-19, pandemics can have profound impacts on human societies, slowing human population growth and economic activity, and potentially, humanity’s impact on the environment.
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uch of the research into the Shire’s past by the Brunswick-Tweed Historical Society is a collaborative endeavour over time – including their investigation into the naming of Mullumbimby’s dominating landmark, Mount Chincogan. Local history buffs sourced previous research, government and other institutional records, as well as regional and local newspaper articles from more that a century ago, to help confirm the origins and meaning of ‘Chincogan’, according to the treasurer of the Brunswick Valley Historical Society (BVHS), Susan Tsicalas. The research was presented in BVHS’s newsletter in May, 2018 and shows that Mt Chincogan was the Shire’s original phallic symbol, well before any sculptures were constructed, and decommissioned, by the local Council. The research notes a reference by pioneer colonialists of the area, Henry French and Charles Jarrett, that ‘Thuncogin is a prominent park and mountain north running’ and that ‘cogin’ in the local Indigenous language meant ‘North Pole’. A year earlier, a local constable with the surname of Boyd, advised The Anthropological Society of Australasia that, ‘Low behind high in
Mount Chincogan emerges from a morning mist and looms large over the township of Mullumbimby. Photo Ziggi Browning front, [is] a name given to a rather remarkable looking mountain at Mullumbimby’. The Richmond-Tweed Regional Library’s 1984 booklet Place Names of the Tweed, Brunswick and Upper Richmond Regions was also referenced and says the word ‘chincogan’ more specifically means ‘northward-facing male genitals’, and that the area had a ‘likely use as a fertility site’. The Science of Man journal of 23 May, 1904 backs this up, suggesting that ‘Thun’ means ‘Penis’ in the Indigenous language local to the
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According to BVHS research: ‘The plural “Chincogan Mountains” is annotated on the earliest extant map of the “Parish of Billinudgel” (4 September, 1883). But in November 1889 the select committee looking at the proposed railway route through Mullumbimby made no reference to “Chincogan”, simply stating that “The route will be eastward of what are called the Twin Peaks”.’ With the advent of the Mullumbimby Star in 1905, ‘Mount Chincogan’ came into more regular use.
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Local netball survives COVID-19 A restricted, but nonetheless successful, 2020 netball season is coming to an end – but without a finals series for the Byron Brunswick Netball Association Incorporated. ‘Owing to COVID-19 restrictions we will not have the traditional award ceremony, or be able to invite all to our games,’ club president Robyn Venn said. The season started at the end of July and will finish this coming weekend for senior and junior divisions, except for Net Set Go juniors, who finished up last weekend. ‘Our representative teams have participated in local carnivals but were withdrawn from both junior and senior State Championships that were scheduled for October, but have since been cancelled,’ she said. ‘Five of our 17 and Under members have achieved their C Badge in umpiring during the season.’ To get the season underway the BBNAI worked with Netball NSW and the Department of Health to
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Join us for lunch or dinner overlooking the beautiful Richmond River 7 days Lunch 12pm to 2pm DInner 6pm to 8pm Seniors striving for possession during the restricted 2020 season. Photo supplied introduce a range of COVID19 safety measures, including appointing a safety officer, restricting entry and exit from the courts, and restricting spectators ‘All members and players will receive a special medallion to mark their participation and commitment to
netball during what has been a challenging and ever changing time,’ Robyn said. ‘As in the past, BBNAI have worked as a team in the true spirit of the game to create and maintain a safe and positive environment for all members to enjoy their netball experience.’
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BYRON COLLEGE Byron College’s exciting new Term Four program is now available for booking online. Look out for some fantastic new courses such as Intermediate Floristry, Living Succulent Wreath, Open Garden, Tai Qi Yoga and Build Your Own Earth Oven to name a few. The incredibly popular small business courses (subsidised by NSW Government) are filling up fast, so don’t delay booking if you want to brush up on your business knowledge. It’s never too late to learn. The College continues to offer a mix of online and socially distanced face-to-face courses (all classes at the college campus are taught within the NSW Health guidelines and social distancing requirements.) Stay updated via www.byroncollege.org.au, newsletter and social media or call 6684 3374.
BYRON BAY HIGH SCHOOL Byron Bay High School passionately educates, inspires and nurtures its students so that the future is theirs. They were very excited with the great successes of their 2019 HSC students. Four of the HSC Drama students were selected to perform their Group Performance in the OnStage HSC Drama Showcase at the Seymour Centre in Sydney, and one student’s HSC Artwork was selected to be part of the prestigious ARTEXPRESS Exhibition 2020 at the Margaret Whitlam Galleries. From the Arts to Extension II Maths and English their students excel. The school provides comprehensive welfare programs and a supportive, caring environment in which all students can thrive. They pride themselves on developing outstanding citizens who have a strong sense of empowerment and who add value to society. 2 Arakwal Court, Byron Bay T: 6685 8188 E: byronbay-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
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APPLY NOW FOR 2021 VISUAL ARTS AT BSA 2021 will be Byron School of Art’s sixth year offering a three year course in Contemporary Visual Arts studies, a long way from its humble beginnings as a small studiobased art school in 2013. Today BSA’s Mullumbimby studios are thriving and abuzz each week with students immersed in their work, investigating contemporary ideas and practices while learning the practical skills needed to build and sustain an informed visual arts practice.
Students can study for one to three years in BSA’s structured year-long courses, incorporating disciplines including drawing, painting, printmaking, 3D studies, design principles, digital media, art history and critical thinking.
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2020–2021 BYRON BAY PUBLIC SCHOOL
WILSONS CREEK PUBLIC SCHOOL
The school is proud of its outstanding reputation for being a high achieving school. Our motto, ‘I aspire, I achieve’ and the ensuing belief in excellence, opportunity and success is a driving force within the school.
Our small rural school provides a friendly nurturing atmosphere to grow confident and enthusiastic learners. Our multi-age classrooms are supportive family-like spaces where children can work and be challenged at their own level.
We provide quality teaching and learning in a supportive, positive educational environment. Our high expectations are consistent with each student’s ability and the belief that all students can achieve their personal best. While the emphasis is on literacy, numeracy and innovative 21st Century teaching and learning, a range of extracurricular programs operate, including sport, dance, choir, band, public speaking, cultural, environmental, leadership and philosophy initiatives. Please note – applicants need to be in zone and reside within the schools drawing area. Information about enrolment and the 2021 Kinder Orientation Program can be found on their website: www.byronbay-p.schools.nsw.edu.au 6685 6557
UPPER COOPERS CREEK PRIMARY SCHOOL At Upper Coopers Creek learning comes to life through exploration, discovery and deep engagement, as teachers work alongside students to inspire creativity, joy and excitement. Their students learn with and through nature and are given the time and space for awe and wonder. The weekly timetable is purposefully designed to create a holistic learning experience, bringing together regular bush school, cooking, gardening and cultural learning with traditional educational areas. At Upper Coopers Creek they approach all aspects of learning and teaching with imagination, integrity, compassion and optimism. They look forward to welcoming any new students to this beautiful school. Full bus service is available. Please feel free to phone the school on 02 6688 2128 for more information. www.cooperscrk-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
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Quality teaching, learning in small groups and a strong focus on literacy and numeracy prepare students well for later schooling. Our students love exploring our beautiful natural setting, fun play equipment and edible gardens.
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Our Creative Arts program, including visual arts, dance and music, helps to develop the whole child. Ask about new student enrolments. 722 Wilsons Creek Road Wilsons Creek 02 6684 0132
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EMMANUEL ANGLICAN COLLEGE Emmanuel Anglican College is highly regarded as a centre for academic and pastoral excellence in the Northern Rivers. The College has a culture that is focussed on the needs of each and every student and supports academic achievement at all levels, incorporating teaching strategies that effectively build the thinking and problem solving skills of students. Catering for students from preschool to Year 12, Emmanuel Anglican College works in partnership with families to develop confident, articulate, principled and resilient young people who are ready to embrace all that life holds for them. 62 Horizon Drive, Ballina 6681 5054 www.eac.nsw.ed.au
A nurturing, friendly and supportive environment | Implementing individualised targeted learning | Creative opportunities developing the whole child | A lush peaceful setting
Enrol now for 2021 722 Wilsons Creek Road, Wilsons Creek, NSW, 2482 6684 0132 | www.wilsonscrk-p.schools.nsw.edu.au wilsonscrk-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Big opportunities in the Heart of the Valley Upper Coopers Creek Public School
Byron Bay Public School • A high performing school. • Achieving outstanding results. • Providing quality 21st Century teaching and learning. • Offering a broad curriculum. • An inclusive, friendly, supportive, nurturing environment where creativity flourishes. • We offer excellence, opportunity and success.
Taking enrolments now for 202 02 6688 2128 cooperscrk-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au cooperscrk-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
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Body Mind Life BodyMindLife’s world class Yoga, Pilates and Wellness space is now open in the heart of Byron Bay! Built in line with the principles of sacred geometry and respect for the environment, the space has been designed as a place to pause, connect and re-energise.
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Bangalow Headache Clinic At Bangalow Headache Clinic they treat headaches and migraines, jaw pain, clicking, grinding and locking, as well as vestibular and dizziness. Michael has done extensive studies and exams in both Australia and Europe involving the head, neck and jaw. He has completed advanced vestibular competency training with the Northern American leaders in this area. At Bangalow Headache Clinic they quite WN\MV ÅVL IV W^MZTIX JM\_MMV PMILIKPM IVL dizziness and/or headache and jaw problems. They possess the expertise to resolve these LQٻK]T\ XZWJTMU[ If you experience jaw pain, locking or clicking, headaches, migraines or vertigo call them on 0475 757 510. 72 Byron Street, Bangalow bangalowheadacheclinic.com.au
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Cape Byron Medical Centre The Byron Bay practice of Holdsworth House Medical Group (HHMP) has transitioned to Cape Byron Medical Centre (CBMC), bringing together likeminded healthcare professionals in the one practice, with a common goal of providing progressive patient care and improved patient outcomes. Services now include psychology, physiotherapy, dietetics, orthopedics, cardiology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, bariatric surgery, radiology, psychiatry and more. Mathew Simpson, managing director of CBMC said: In bringing together these teams of innovative, committed healthcare professionals, CBMC aims to further raise the standard of patient care in our region through improved access and better resourcing of front line primary health professionals. For the immediate future, CBMC will retain the HHMP premises at 37 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay. Phone number, existing appointments and bookings processes remain unchanged. 6685 6326
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Empowered Nutrition Empowered Nutrition is a low carb focused clinic based in Ballina and run by Functional Nutritional Therapy practitioner Katie Dillon. Katie has a special interest in all sugar related dis-ease, especially gestational and type two diabetes. Not only can type two diabetes be prevented, but it can be reversed. Through individualised education and support Katie will set you on the right path and motivate you to stay there. Katie’s consultations are available in person, online or by phone. She also runs group classes, teaching clients to kick sugar cravings and tune in to what their bodies truly need. If you’re wondering if Katie is the right person to guide you towards your goals, book your free discovery call today. 0412197912 | empowerednutrition.com.au/contact
Health and wellbeing at Byron Community College *aZWV +WUU]VQ\a +WTTMOM KWV\QV]M[ \W WٺMZ I ZIVOM of health and healing courses to support and enhance your health and wellbeing in the workplace and at home. In its exciting new Term Four program the College will be WٺMZQVO I KWUJQVI\QWV WN WVTQVM IVL QV XMZ[WV KTI[[M[ Look out for Pilates, Last Aid – Caring For The Dying At Home, Tai Qi Yoga, Lomi Lomi Massage, Reiki, Improve Your Gut Health and Ayurveda, to name a few. All face-to-face classes are held within the NSW Health and social distancing guidelines. Enrolments are now open. For more information and enrolments visit www.byroncollege.org.au, call 6684 3374 and join the Byron College newsletter.
The Wellness Pod The Wellness Pod is a Corrective Chiropractic practice in the heart of beautiful *QTTQV]LOMT \PI\ WٺMZ[ PWTQ[\QK XZWOZIU[ \W PMTX ITQOV aW]Z JWLa IVL VMZ^W][ [a[\MU They specialise in facilitating physical changes in postural and spinal alignment and their focus is on correcting the root cause; using X-Ray, and specialised examination tools and \MKPVQY]M[ \W ÅO]ZM Q\ W]\ IVL PMTX [WT^M aW]Z problem. Dr Angelo is a world class chiropractor with over seven years experience. During his career he has helped clients with a range of conditions. From Sciatica to headaches, scoliosis management to post surgical rehabilitation Dr Angelo is passionate about the human frame and its facilitation of autonomic function and the brain body connection. 6 Wilfred Street, Billinudgel thewellnesspodchiro.com.au | 0431 063 027
Dr Phoon covers the entire spectrum of procedures, from breast surgery (both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery), abdominoplasty and muscle repair after childbirth, post weight loss surgery, as well as many more.
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Dr Phoon and his team are known for giving the very best and most advanced surgical care available today and will be consulting at Cape Byron Medical Centre in Byron Bay on a bi-monthly basis. For more information about upcoming consultation dates, please contact 8069 8973 or email, lana@parkclinicsydney.com
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The Mullum Mandala Crystal Sanctuay The Mullum Mandala Crystal Sanctuary is the Byron Shire’s newest crystal outlet, located in the heart of Mullumbimby on Stuart Street. Within just two months of opening, it has become one of the Shire’s prime go-to places to source crystals, stones and minerals of all descriptions, sizes and properties.With a strong focus on the energetics of crystals, it has become a quick favourite of people that work with the healing energies of crystals in many LQٺMZMV\ _Ia[ <PM WVM WN I SQVL 0 - ) 4 crystal chair is a highlight in the shop, and a ÅN\MMV UQV]\M PMITQVO [M[[QWV QV Q\ KIV JM IV incredibly powerful experience.
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Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre has a new Health Studio located next door to the health centre on Stuart Street (the old Rainbow Centre). 7ٺMZQVO -`MZKQ[M I[ 5MLQKQVM XZWOZIU[ · _PQKP IZM IQUML I\ prescribing exercise programs for people with chronic disease – the new purpose built exercise physiology gym will also function as a group space for community events. Exercise has been widely used as preventative medicine to reduce the risk and incidence of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Regular exercise can improve health and reduce the severity of diseases. Exercise as medicine programs are re facilited by exercise physiologists who specialise in chronic disease ase management through physical rehab, tailored exercise programs ograms and behaviou behavioural oural al al coaching. 6684 1511
Whole Health Dental General Dentistry is based on the traditional model treating the symptoms of disease not the cause. Holistic therapies identify and heal the stress (physical and metaphysical) that is the underlying cause of these symptoms.The Whole Health dental protocols created by Dr Jon take into consideration both of these paradigms, whether it be a smile upgrade and the impact this has on self-esteem or treatment of tooth decay or gum disease that can restore integrity and function to the mouth. Dr Jon combines biocompatible dental materials and innovations like
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Catastrophic US Assange trial continues at London’s Old Bailey Mia Armitage with Dr John Jiggens and Rob Osborne
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t’s becoming catastrophic. I’m fighting for his life.’ So said lawyer Stella Morris as she tried to deliver a freedom petition for her 49-year-old partner, and father of their two young sons, Gabriel and Max. He’s better known as WikiLeaks founder, Julian Assange. Ms Morris took the petition, signed by 80,000 people, to the famous residence of the UK prime minister in London’s Downing Street earlier this month. But she was turned away owing to pandemic restrictions, and told waiting reporters that she would post it instead.
Assange family reunites for brief moment Mr Assange was finally allowed to see his young family again late last month with physical distancing and face masks. The Australian prisoner
Julian Assange and Stella Morris. Photo WikiLeaks
A London rally in support of Julian Assange. was told if he touched his children he would have to self-isolate for two weeks. With his trial at that time due to restart in twelve days, the emotional and psychological strain would have been more like something from a Martin Scorsese film than life as we thought we knew it in a Western democracy. United Nations Rapporteur on Torture, Nils Melzer, long ago decried Mr Assange’s continued detention as meeting international legal definitions of torture. Yet, to date, nobody listening
has responded with enough power in Mr Assange’s favour.
A ‘threat to freedom of speech’ Back home, former Australian foreign minister, Bob Carr, is on Mr Assange’s side, telling supporters at a solidarity event in Sydney last week the case was ‘a frightening precedent for people who might be given secrets’. Mr Carr is also a former ABC journalist and said journalists might be given secrets and publish those
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secrets ‘because that’s what journalists do’. ‘And it often leaves governments uncomfortable,’ Mr Carr later told community radio’s The Wire. ‘That those journalists are branded as spies and put on trial under espionage law – is a threat to freedom of speech.’
More than 5,000 docs on abandoned Swedish charges US extradition hearings against Mr Assange continue at the Old Bailey courthouse in London, with his father and regular voice on Bay FM, John Shipton, present. Mr Shipton spoke to Community Newsroom reporter Dr John Jiggens, in the week leading up to the resumption of hearings, as the campaign for his son’s freedom intensified. ‘We are on the trail of bringing Julian home,’ Mr Shipton said, having just collected a ‘trove’ of more than 5,000 documents from Sweden, related to the now dropped charges against the WikiLeaks founder. The controversial matter never made it to court in time before a Swedish statute of limitations took effect after ten years, and disqualified it. But the consequences for Mr Assange were drastic: an arrest warrant in the UK; almost seven years of near solitary asylum in the Ecuadorian Embassy; and current imprisonment in Belmarsh high security as the US extradition case unfolds and the pandemic crisis continues.
No time to prepare for 18 new charges Mr Assange’s legal defence team face more pressure thanks to US prosecutors, in June, adding eighteen new
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charges against the journalist; seventeen of them under the US Espionage Act. Defence lawyers last week tried to have hearings postponed to give them more time to respond to the new charges, but Judge Vanessa Baraitser was undeterred. Judge Baraitser said the defence had already been given a chance to ‘vacate’ the set date for hearings to start on 7 September and had failed to take the opportunity. She read from a previous case and effectively said if the lawyers weren’t ready, they had no one to blame but themselves. Later Mr Shipton told Community Newsroom his son hadn’t seen his lawyers for six months prior to last week’s hearings.
and 40 other NGOs and European parliamentarians. ‘They were neither permitted to attend the court nor observe online,’ said Mr Shipton and it’s unclear whether Judge Baraitser explained her reasoning for the lockouts. Mr Shipton says ‘only the outrage, only the determination’ can right his son’s predicament. But former Australian foreign minister Bob Carr disagrees, telling The Wire he thinks ‘any Australian minister is entitled to pick up the phone to Mike Pompeo and say to the Secretary of State, “Mike, I think you’d agree that we’re a very good ally”, and then put the case for this extradition being quietly dropped. ‘Because he is an Australian citizen,’ Mr Carr said, ‘he’s not guilty of espionage’.
US prosecution tries to ‘silence’ Assange Pandemic delays defence witnesses hearings Mr Shipton also said US prosecutors tried to argue against defence witnesses being allowed to speak during the opening hearings. The prosecutors argued that since witnesses had all supplied written statements, it was time-consuming and unnecessary to have them speak, and that hearings should move straight to cross-examination. ‘The defence argued that was wrong, and that the public should be able to hear and participate,’ Mr Shipton told Community Newsroom. Judge Baraitser agreed time-saving was a worthy consideration but allowed witnesses to speak for a maximum of thirty minutes.
Hey Payne, get on the blower to Mike Pompeo! Mr Shipton said Judge Baraitser also made a statement refusing online access requests to hearings from Amnesty International Reporters Without Borders,
In yet another film-worthy dramatic turn last week, hearings were adjourned until the end of the day on Thursday when Judge Baraitser heard one of the US lawyers may have been exposed to COVID-19. The response comes after repeated denial of requests for Mr Assange to be removed from high security in Belmarsh, owing to his categorisation as a high-risk COVID-19 candidate and outbreaks of the virus at the prison. Most journalists trying to access hearings on Monday via video link say they were repeatedly ‘bumped off’ due to technical glitches, including former ABC presenter, Mary Kostakidis, who has been live-tweeting reports on the trial, and it’s unclear how many journalists were physically present in the courtroom that day. Q Tune in to BayFM’s Community Newsroom for regular reports from John Shipton: https://bit.ly/3ivYH8Z.
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In a match made in chocolate, two of Byron Bay’s much loved treat shops have combined forces to create a superpower of sweet treats. David Tetu of L’ultime French Patisserie was born in Poitiers France, and after many adventures in pastry and chocolate, arrived in Byron Bay and opened his shop in the old Jenny Cakes shopfront in 2004. Across the road, Alison Campbell is the owner and founder of Love Byron Bay Creperie & Chocolate Boutique. Alison says it was only natural that her lifelong love of chocolate would one day expand into owning a chocolate boutique, and what better place to do it than in the area she loved the most – Byron Bay. After an introduction in the ‘business’ of chocolate at a macadamia company, Alison realised there was a need for a chocolate boutique in Byron Bay; one
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that was about quality, and educated lovers of chocolate – encouraging them to be self-professed chocoholics and be proud of it. It wasn’t long before she added crepes to the chocolate boutique. Why crepes? ‘Oh la la, crepes and chocolate are perfect bed companions,’ says Alison. ‘The crossover happened quite naturally. Combining both a creperie with a
chocolate boutique as our business model has resulted in a unique retail experience.’ Alison has a keen eye for collaboration – with food and with people. The two sweet businesses waved to each other from across Lawson St for six years, both loving what they do best, chocolate and French inspired delicacies that make consuming a love affair.
But COVID-19 rocked the boat. Having run the business successfully for 16 years it was hard, post-COVID, for David when he decided not to reopen L’ultime in Byron central and to only operate from his factory at the Arts and Industry Estate. Looking across Lawson St at her neighbour’s closed patisserie, Alison saw potential for yet another
great collaboration, and invited David to offer his luxurious french cakes, pastries, danishes, croissants and sausage rolls in her boutique and – SHAZZAM! The two much-loved businesses combined forces and Love Byron Bay raised the bar to an even higher level, becoming the sweet centre of the deliciousness universe, in the heart of Byron Bay. Together they add a fabulous French flourish to the Shire. Alice and David have established the ultimate one-stop shop for sweet ecstasy. ‘Our mission is to deliver to you the happiness that chocolate brings,’ says Alison. ‘In these uncertain and fast changing times, quality chocolates and pastries provide the small indulgences that deliver a feel-good experience – and deliciously nutritious treats – to your life.’ Q Love Byron Bay is at 3 Lawson Street, Byron Bay (next to the Spar supermarket). Visit online at: www. love-byronbay.com.
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He may be 70, but local coffee grower Bob James isn’t thinking of retirement any time soon. The Myocum farmer, who has been part of the local farmers markets for almost 20 years, says he looks forward to his weekly outings. ‘It’s always interesting coming to the markets,’ he says. Locally born and raised, Bob started growing coffee after a career driving trucks and buses. He and Marlene planted coffee trees on their farm in the 1990s. By the early 2000s, they’d joined Byron, and then New Brighton and Mullumbimby Farmers Markets, where they sell their bags of roasted coffee beans, as well as their coffee by the cup. Aside from the roasting of the coffee
beans (and the picking, which he admits he finds a little hard these days), Bob is hands-on in every step of getting the coffee from farm to cup. After they are hand picked, the ripe coffee cherries are delivered to Bob’s shed, where they are pulped, fermented, sun dried, then bagged and aged for 4–6 months to mature and develop their flavour. The final step is roasting, which gives Bob’s coffee its distinctive full Coffee farmer Bob James, of Myocum Coffee. flavour. Bob has his coffee roasted fresh at a roastery in Rosebank every his stall for his customers. Despite last year’s drought, Bob says few weeks to either dark or extra dark: ‘The extra dark is roasted longer, which his coffee trees had a big flowering this draws more oil out of the bean and gives year, and his team of pickers have just you a stronger flavour,’ he said. finishing the last pick on this year’s The whole process is documented in bumper crop. Once processed, this new a little book of photos that Bob brings to crop of beans will be mature and ready to enjoy in a cuppa by early next year. the markets each week and displays on
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While the agricultural industry has been dominated by men for decades, women, who have traditionally not been the face of farming, are slowly changing the way we see farmers. At Byron Farmers Market alone, there is a new generation of young women farmers who are making their mark on the local food scene. Georgina Goddard, of Brooklet Springs Farm, left a career in architecture four years ago to pursue farming. And while it’s been a steep learning curve, she doesn’t regret for a second replacing a sterile office environment with a lush farm in Brooklet, where she raises chicken, pork and beef with her partner, Morgwn. ‘We got into farming originally because I had developed food allergies,’ says Georgina. ‘It made me look at labelling and food – what’s in it, where it came from. It made us really
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The next generation of farmers: Brianna Atkin, Katerina Suria, Georgia Powell and Georgina Goddard at Bangalow Farmers Market. interested in raising our own food, so we decided farming was the way to go.’ Women were only legally recognised as farmers in Australia 25 years ago. Prior to that, they could only be officially defined as ‘silent partners’, ‘domestics’, ‘helpmates’ or ‘farmers’ wives’. Thankfully, times have changed and today women make up 32 per cent of Australia’s agricultural workforce. And the number is growing. Even so, Georgina says that she is still faced with the stigma that farmers should be men. ‘I connect a lot with local chefs – who feature Brooklet Springs Farm produce on
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their menus – and they’re all really surprised that I’m in the role I’m in. They expect to be dealing with a man. ‘When dealing with butchers, which I do often, many of them haven’t dealt with women in this role before.’ However, every year, more women enter the farming arena and they bring both passion and innovation to the agrarian table. You can
find Georgina and a number of other impressive female farmers, along with their locally grown and raised produce, at Byron and Bangalow Farmers Markets every week. Q Byron Farmers Market is held every Thursday 7am–11am at the Cavanbah Centre and Bangalow Farmers Market is every Saturday morning 7–11am behind the Bangalow Pub.
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French deli shop that offers all products by Byron Bay Olive Co and amazing options for breakfast and lunch. Sandwiches, salads, soups and Mediterranean style products such as olives, dips, cured meats and French cheeses. Mon – Fri 9am–3.30pm
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
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All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you. BYO only Welcome for lunch, dinner and takeaway. Menus available on Facebook Barrio’s canteen takes its inspiration from locally sourced produce with Moorish cuisine. Offering daily bakes, breakfast cakes, classic sandwiches, vibrant salads, smoked fish, grilled meats. Aperitif Hours Friday 5–7pm: $10 plates + drinks Private Dining: Now taking private party enquiries for lunch and dinner with your closest friends: gather@barriobyronbay.com.au
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MONSTERS ARE REAL Earlier this year some legislation slipped through in Victoria making it a crime for victims of a sexual assault or rape to speak to the media, publish autobiographies or do any advocacy work, under their real identities, once a guilty verdict is in place. So who does this protect? And why are we silencing the important stories of victims? This law protects convicted rapists and paedophiles by silencing the story of the victim. Why are we hiding our monsters? It’s like a game of make believe where, if we don’t talk about what happens, then we think it will go away. I guess in lieu of nothing changing when it comes to statistics on sexual assault, particularly with regards to assaults on children, this is the popular approach. We pretend it doesn’t happen, and then look surprised 20 years later when we find out someone’s trusted teacher, priest or friend assaulted children. There is a quote from a Kathy Acker re-write of the classic fairytale Little Red Riding Hood where she talks of the wolf predator and gives young Red some sage advice: ‘The worst kind of men are hairy on the inside’. That’s always stayed with me. Monsters don’t always look like monsters. Most look like regular people. Some are even high court judges.
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LOVEY AT A DISTANCE
Local band The Loveys have been rehearsing their newest and most ambitious show to date – Loveys Actually; Stories and Confessions. Taking a step from one-off gigs to a more theatrically styled show is something the band has been contemplating for a while, but have never really had time to develop. And then came the strange era of COVID-19. With all gigs cancelled, like every other performer, the band now had some time to work on new ideas, songs and stories. Jennifer Parenteau spoke with Seven… What’s the best thing about being in a grown-up girl band?
The process of writing and working on the songs together. It’s often hilarious and always an interesting collaborative process, we all have so much to bring to each song. And of course, the outfits, we never have to ask ourselves ‘Wherever would I wear this fabulous, floor length, designer dress?’
So how does a just society manage its monsters? It’s clear, by the numbers of children harmed by sexual abuse, that our current approach is ineffective and doesn’t really go to the heart of the problem. We punish offenders with a jail sentence for a condition that is largely believed to be ‘incurable’. Then after a ridiculously small amount of jail time, we release them back into the community and hope they won’t re-offend. It’s like dropping an alcoholic off at the bottleshop, after a stint in rehab, and telling them to order lemonade. There are children in streets, and schools, and in families. There are children in pornographic pictures that can be downloaded from the dark web. It’s possible to hurt a child without ever leaving your home.
Describe each of your Loveys singers as best you can… who are the style icons?
When a paedophile is eventually arrested and charged, usually decades after perpetuating the abuse, if convicted at all, the sentence is insultingly short – and very often there’s enough loopholes for the offender to be released on appeal. So often we hear stories of convicted paedophiles only getting one or two years behind bars. If you rob a bank you will get a longer sentence than if you rob a child of their innocence. Commercial crimes are viewed with more seriousness than crimes against children. And people who survive a robbery are allowed to talk about their experience without the threat of a jail term.
It's surprising how few great girl bands there are – especially ones who are writing their own material or who get past 30!
The impact of trauma from sexual assault by an adult affects that child for their entire life. It affects their capacity to form healthy relationships, to get jobs, and to feel safe in the world. Child sexual abuse is often the precursor to serious mental health issues, and drug and alcohol addiction. So, taking this into account, sentencing of child abusers seems to trivialise what most of our society sees as heinous. As a mother, my reaction doesn’t align with my general humanitarian approach. The vigilante in me says ‘lock them up for life!’ I don’t believe in the death penalty, but I think – ‘Kill them? I’d support that.’ Perhaps if there are no long-term therapies that can reform behaviour, then lethal injection is not a bad option. Fuck, there are cases where I would like to administer it. The stories fill me with rage, and like many, when it comes to paedophilia – I have no compassion for perpetrators.
Well of course Jenny is the obvious style icon, she really can wear anything. Janet is always that little bit too much, and loves a big hair-do. Pamelah loves to sparkle, and Belinda keeps it classy with killer shoes and great hats.
What was on the cards for you pre-COVID? How are you adapting to the new restricted performing environment? We had just returned from a series of shows in WA when COVID arrived. Luckily for us we were ready for a shift. Festival gigs are great but don't really give us a chance to deliver the full Loveys experience. We want to take the audience on a journey with us through stories and songs, so we have been working on this new show, Loveys Actually. Having no stages to grace meant that we rolled up our sleeves and got to work on perfecting it. What do you have in store for the upcoming shows at the Picture House? A lot of great new songs, which we are really excited to perform, bucket loads of harmonies, a ton of glamour, more sequins than a drag act, and an intimate show full of heart. Three shows at the Brunswick Picture House: Friday at 7pm, and Saturday at 4pm and 7pm. Limited Capacity of 50 inside seats for $40, and garden seating at $20 where it is streamed to a big screen. Tix on brunswickpicturehouse.com
Who are your favourite girl bands?
All our Exes Live in Texas are great, such fantastic songwriters, and they make use of a similar vocal harmony magic that the Loveys conjure up.
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What do you sing about? We sing about love, loneliness, cross-dressing, dementia, sex, online dating, getting older, our bodies… What experience do you want your audience to have? To laugh, to cry, to be inspired, to sing, to dance, to be transported.
But I am not sure capital punishment is the answer either. They are someone’s son. Someone’s daughter, and if it’s a psychiatric disorder listed in the DSM 5, then why can’t we attempt to identify the disorder in adolescence and treat it? Why do we wait until after children have been harmed? Is there not some diagnostic that captures the aberrant nature of a paedophile before harm to children is enacted? If paedophilia can’t be cured, can therapies focus on preventing a paedophile from acting on their desires? Being attracted to children isn’t illegal. Acting on it is. We punish those who act, but don’t intervene in the initial attraction phase – which is where you could have an impact on protecting children. There are no real figures of what percentage of the population are paedophiles, but it’s thought to be less than 5 per cent – mainly men, but yes some women too. 82 per cent of all victims under 18 years old are female. One in nine girls, and one in 53 boys will experience sexual assault at the hands of an adult. Despite being less than 5 per cent of the population, paedophiles manage to devastate over 12 per cent of the population. There are some within the paedophile community who lobby for the condition to be accepted as a sexual orientation rather than a psychological disorder. But is it? There are some groups that offer hope; like Virtuous Paedophiles who believe child sexual abuse is wrong and raise awareness so that some paedophiles do not offend. This offers some insight into what harm reduction might look like. Currently paedophiles operate in the shadows, in silence. Perhaps it’s time to open the conversation. Shine light into humanity’s darkest corners…
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FRIDAY 18 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, RAGGA JUMP Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 3PM LEIGH JAMES, 5.30PM JARRAH, 8PM PINK ZINC Q BRUNSWICK HEADS PICTURE HOUSE 7PM, THE LOVEYS ACTUALLY: STORIES AND CONFESSIONS Q SLIPWAY TAVERN, BALLINA, 7PM ADAM BROWN Q KINGSCLIFF BEACH HOTEL, 7PM JEFF MARTIN Q STREAM FROM HOME WITH BYRON THEATRE
CONCERTS IN THE TWILIGHT ZONE
SAFE SETS… WITH GYAN & SIMON & MANDY
After a six-month hiatus owing to COVID19, the Northern Rivers Conservatorium is delighted to present its first ever series of live streamed concerts this Friday and Saturday. The five Facebook live concerts will provide an opportunity for 40 students to perform to family and friends all around the world.
It’s been 40 years since Gyan’s self-titled album Gyan shot her to national and international acclaim. She had planned some shows to celebrate… but COVID brought a stop to that!
‘Since returning to face-to-face teaching, we’ve had to find other ways to provide opportunities for our students to perform within our COVID Safe plan,’ says the Con’s Executive Director, Anita Bellman. Until March, regular twilight concerts provided opportunities for students of all instruments, ages and stages to perform, but the First Term concerts were cancelled owing to COVID restrictions. ‘Performance is a key element of music tuition’ explains Anita, ‘it provides a focus, a challenge, opportunities to share with family and friends, and a sense of accomplishment. It’s also lots of fun!’ ‘These concerts also provide muchneeded performance practise for our students who are preparing for HSC, AMEB and university exams, eisteddfods and auditions.’ The great thing is, the Twilight Zone Concerts will remain online to be enjoyed and shared by family and friends for months to come. To join the audience, or for more information visit www.nrcac. edu.au or facebook.com/northernrivers. conservatorium
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WEDNESDAY 23 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, CHRIS ARONSTEN Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM GUY KACHEL Q STREAM FROM HOME WITH BYRON THEATRE
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EMILY’S NEW SOUND
And so Safe Sets was born. Comedian Mandy Nolan steps up to present some of her favourite musicians; Simon & Gyan, in a socially distanced gig with a difference. The first set is COVID covers – where the audience is invited to email Mandy (mandynolan.com.au) with music they would like Simon & Gyan to play. The feature set sees the two push out to sea on their new remix project, which started as versions of requested songs, and is evolving its own identity. Long-time locals remember Simon (Si) in the Blitz Kids at the back room of the Top Pub, now the Beach Hotel, when it was made of corrugated iron with a cement floor. Since then he’s been in experimental band The Mood, a promoter for Byron Underground, and a founding member of the Byron Music Society – who has been given the keys to Byron Theatre for his longstanding support. Gyan (the girl on the cliff ) has an ARIA award for her early work, and international cred working with Bon Jovi, Ricky Martin and Leanne Rimes.
Emily Lubitz is best known as the lead singer and song writer of critically acclaimed indie-folk band Tinpan Orange. The band has toured extensively around the country and internationally over the last decade. She is also one half of We Two Thieves, a collaboration between herself and Mama Kin. Her voice has been described, in no particular order, as ‘brushed velvet’ (The Age), ‘gossamer’ (JJJ) and as the ‘ethereal voice behind Metro’s Dumb Ways To Die video hit’ (Sydney Morning Herald), which has been viewed over 150 million times. In this largely shutdown COVID landscape she is excited to play to a room, half full (social distancing considered) of real beating hearts. With two thirds of Tinpan Orange stuck in Melbourne under lockdown, Emily has found an exciting sound with local musicians, Freyja Hooper (drums) and Angie Hudson (guitar). She will be playing new material and some familiar songs. Support for this event will be Ash Bell and Danni Carr. She plays the Brunswick Picture House on Saturday 26 September – tickets from brunswickpicturehouse.com
Together Gyan and Si (an item since 2000) have run Museagency Studios, and produced award winning shows, an album with Michael Leunig, as well as a CBCA shortlisted children’s book.
SATURDAY 19 Q RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, THE SWAMP CATS Q BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 1PM DU EAST, 4.30PM JOCK BARNES, 8PM MICKA SCENE Q BRUNSWICK HEADS PICTURE HOUSE 4PM THE LOVEYS ACTUALLY: STORIES AND CONFESSIONS Q WANDANA BREWING CO., MULLUMBIMBY, 3PM ANDREW HAIG Q SLIPWAY TAVERN, BALLINA, 7PM LEIGH JAMES Q KINGSCLIFF BEACH HOTEL, 7PM CHRIS BENT Q STREAM FROM HOME WITH BYRON THEATRE
Safe Sets
It’s been a tough time for musicians with very few live gigs happening, and when they do, they are to much smaller and more intimate rooms. While many performers have gone online, there is nothing like the thrill of a live show. With COVID regulations expected to be a feature in the industry for some time, performers have had to adapt and innovate how they step out.
Greg Sullivan headlines the Big Gig Comedy at the Ballina RSL.
Gyan and Si actually met at the Byron RSL, so with nostalgic overtones they’ll be having a laugh, a cry, and diving in for some deep beauty with friends. Mandy will be there to supply a few laughs along the way – don’t miss these intimate and unique bespoke concerts.
Emily Lubitz
Session Times: Thu 17 Sep - Wed 23 Sep FAMILY FILMS ASTRO KID (G) Daily except Sat, Sun: 11:30AM, 4:15PM Sat, Sun: 11:30AM, 2:15PM CATS & DOGS 3: PAWS UNITE! (G) Sat, Sun: 12:00PM PAW PATROL: JET TO THE RESCUE (G) Daily except Sat: 11:10AM, 12:40PM. Sat: 10:30AM, 12:30PM THE SECRET GARDEN (PG) Thu, Fri, Tue, Wed: 11:20AM, 1:40, 6:20PM Sat, Sun: 11:20AM, 2:00, 6:40 Mon: 11:20AM, 1:40, 6:40PM TROLLS WORLD TOUR (G) Daily except Sat: 11:45AM, 1:50, 4:00, 6:20PM Sat: 11:45AM, 2:10, 4:30, 6:20
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NFT = No Free Tickets AFTER WE COLLIDED (M) Daily except Fri: 4:00, 6:45PM Fri: 4:00, 6:45, 8:30PM BABYTEETH (M) Daily except Sat, Sun: 4:20PM BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC (PG) Thu, Mon: 12:00, 2:15PM Fri: 12:00, 2:15, 7:00, 8:30PM Sat: 12:00, 4:20PM Sun: 12:00, 7:00PM Tue, Wed: 12:00, 2:15, 7:00PM LA BELLE ÉPOQUE (M) Thu, Fri, Tue, Wed: 4:00PM Sat, Sun: 4:15PM Mon: 1:15, 4:00PM MADE IN ITALY (M) Daily: 4:15 SLIM & I (PG) Daily except Sat, Sun: 11:30AM TENET (M) Daily except Sat: 12:15, 3:20, 6:30PM Sat: 11:30AM, 2:30, 6:30PM
Daily: 11:50AM, 2:10, 4:30, 6:50 The much-loved Big Gig is back! The THE BROKEN HEARTS Ballina RSL has hosted the Big Gig for 14 GALLERY (M) NFT years and it has proven itself the longest Daily: 2:10, 4:30, 7:00PM THE SECRETS WE KEEP (CTC) lasting and most popular comedy gig NFT Daily except Mon: 1:45, 6:45 on the coast. With international and AN AMERICAN PICKLE (PG) Byron Services Club NFT Thu: 12:00, 2:00, 7:00PM national headline comics featuring – Friday, 2 October Fri, Mon-Wed: 12:00, 2:00, 6:30 monthly, and signature MC Mandy Nolan Sat: 12:00, 4:40, 6:30PM 8pm Sun: 12:00, 4:40, 7:00PM at the helm, regulars have become part RETRO SCREENINGS ADAM (PG) BRAZIL (M) Fri: 8:30PM of the Big Gig family. The laughs are back Mullum Ex-Services – THE SHINING (M) Mon: 6:45PM Daily except Sat, Sun: 2:00PM Saturday, 3 October on this month when Mandy, fresh from 8pm 108 Jonson St, Byron Bay a socially distanced tour in the south of All tix $35 on our state will be joined by the legendary Book online now at PalaceCinemas.com.au mandynolan.com.au Greg Sullivan. With 14 years on breakfast radio under his belt, Greg Admission Prices: has honed the ability to take Adults: $14 Tel: (02) 6686 9600 Wednesday topical ideas and incorporate Stud/Conc: $12 All tickets ballinafaircinemas.com.au Senior: $11 them into his set. Able to $10 Thursday September 17 to Wednesday September 23 Child: $10 make the unfunny funny, Greg THU 17th FRI 18th SAT 19th SUN 20th MON 21st TUE 22nd WED 23rd SEPTEMBER drills down on what it is to be 4:05 PM 4:05 PM 4:05 PM 4:05 PM 4:05 PM 4:05 PM 4:05 PM human, and his understanding BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC PG 92 MIN 7:25 PM 7:25 PM 7:25 PM of fragility – one of his greatest 12:05 PM 12:05 PM 3:25 PM 3:25 PM 12:05 PM 12:05 PM 12:05 PM MADE IN ITALY M 93 MIN gifts. One of the smartest 3:25 PM 3:25 PM 3:25 PM 3:25 PM 3:25 PM comics on the circuit, Greg 10:40 AM 10:40 AM 10:40 AM 10:40 AM 10:40 AM 10:40 AM 10:40 AM SLIM & I PG 105 MIN 2:05 PM 2:05 PM 2:05 PM 2:05 PM 2:05 PM is a comic who many of the 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM up-and-comers look to for 3:45 PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM TENET M 150 MIN inspiration. Join Mandy Nolan 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM and Greg Sullivan at the Big 12:20 PM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM THE NEW MUTANTS M 94 MIN 7:05 PM 7:05 PM 7:05 PM Gig on Thursday 24 September 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM at 8pm. This is a socially 1:50 PM 1:50 PM 1:50 PM 1:50 PM 1:50 PM 1:50 PM 1:50 PM THE SECRET GARDEN PG 100 MIN distanced show so tickets, 5:10 PM 5:10 PM 5:10 PM 5:10 PM 5:10 PM 5:10 PM 5:10 PM while free, must be registered 10:20 AM 10:20 AM 10:20 AM 10:20 AM 10:20 AM 10:20 AM 10:20 AM 5:45 PM 5:45 PM 12:05 PM 12:05 PM 5:45 PM 5:45 PM 5:45 PM online – go to ballinarsl.com.au TROLLS WORLD TOUR G 91 MIN 2:10 PM 2:10 PM
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New Kid on the Block Local real estate agent Matthew Skene is in top form after negotiating successful sales for a series of challenging properties in the Byron Bay/Lennox area. With three incredible results in the past few weeks, he has proven there is now a new kid on the block when it comes to getting premium prices for property owners, and he’s not afraid to think outside the box to get the maximum outcome for his clients. ‘I just love the thrill of pushing hard to get every last dollar for my client’, says Matthew. ‘It’s a tough market out there at the moment, but
with some creativity and good old-fashioned hard work, I’ve managed to close some amazing deals.’ Having secured a premium $1,200,000 price tag for a unique hinterland lifestyle property in Newrybar, Matthew then successfully found a buyer for a one-of-a-kind ‘The property warehouse convermarket here is sion in Byron Bay for a record $1,800,000. so hot at the moment’ And then sold a lovely Newrybar Local agent, Matthew Skene (pictured right). weatherboard cottage off market from his exclusive buyer database. marketing background in performer in the corporate Matthew comes from Sydney, and was known as world, working with mulan extensive sales and a consistent and successful tinational giants such Lion
Nathan and Cisco Systems. His competitive edge comes from more than eight years playing professional sport, including Rugby (in Italy), and then Rugby League stints at the North Sydney Bears and Manly Sea Eagles. At the moment, he is seeing the Byron region going through a golden era in real estate. ‘This is really an amazing time to be in real estate in this area’, he says. ‘The current COVID-19 crisis has seen a huge amount of interest from Sydney-siders and Melbournians looking to escape the city and move into this beautiful coastal region. There is also a lot of interest from Hollywood
A-listers and corporate high-flyers looking to snap up prestige properties.’ Matthew has become known as the go-to agent for moving people from Sydney and Melbourne to the Byron region. He’s excited to be on board with the team at Belle Property Byron Bay/ Lennox Head, working alongside a national network that gives him the backing of a premium brand in real estate. ‘The property market here is so hot at the moment,’ says Matthew. ‘I have so many buyers on my database who are desperate to purchase property. I just need to match them to the right listing.’
coastal & hinterland sales Giving Back to our Community Last week we hosted an Ambrose High Tea Day for 70 of the Byron Bay Lady Golfers, past and present. It was a fun day for all, especially when so many have missed out on their weekly golf and social times this year.
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Large Family Home with Pool Just Minutes to South Golden Beach • Generous open plan living area plus additional lounge room • Kitchen with plenty of storage, dishwasher and breakfast bar • Master bedroom features large walk in robe and ensuite • Undercover patio area with plenty of space for alfresco dining • Internally access 2 car lockup garage • Plenty of potential for upgrades (STCA) • Close to beaches, South Golden, New Brighton, cafés, markets and river. • 20 minutes to Byron Bay
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Address:
9 Natan Court, Ocean Shores
Price:
$900,000 to $950,00
Open:
Saturday, 19th September 12.30 – 1.00pm
Enquiries:
Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698, Sally Green 0488 030 116
35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 PH: O2 6685 8466
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BYRON BAY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT • Secure one of eight exclusive self-storage warehouses in Byron’s Arts & Industry Estate. • Each unit, ranging from 115m² to 169m², is complete with 4m x 3-4m wide electric roller door, full width mezzanine floors, air conditioning, kitchenettes and a bathroom complete with a shower and toilet.
Address: 1-8, 6 Wollongbar St, Byron Bay Enquiries: Bryce Cameron 0412 057 672
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Sought after Beachside Suffolk Townhouse – Walk to Beach 3
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Exceptional Land Awaits Architectural Masterpiece 46.2 HA
• 200m stroll to Tallows Beach and a 5 minute walk from the Suffolk Park village
• 114 acres of both level and ridgeline topography • Approval for a superb architecturally designed residence • Sweeping panoramic views from the Lighthouse to the mountains • Conveniently located close to Byron, Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby • Fully fenced, this low-maintenance acreage perfect for equestrian pursuits • Driveways in place to elevated build pad with north-west aspect • Detailed architect’s plans are available on request
Address:
8/11 Korau Place, Suffolk Park
Address:
48 Myocum Ridge Road, Myocum
Price:
$850,000 to $900,000
Price:
Expressions of Interest
Open:
Saturday, 19th September 11.00 – 11.30am
Open:
Wednesday, 16th September 4.00 – 4.30pm Saturday, 19th September 12.30 – 1.00pm
Enquiries:
Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698
Enquiries:
Denzil Lloyd 0481 864 049, Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698
• Located in sleepy beachside Suffolk Park • Open plan living area • Private paved courtyard surrounded by established trees • 3 sun-filled spacious bedrooms
Private and Spacious Villa 3
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• Private and elevated unit with timber wrap-around balcony • Well maintained shared facilities including heated indoor pool • Beautiful established gardens • Plenty of natural light and lovely treed outlook • Air conditioner in the living/dining area; fans in living room and master bedroom • Lock up garage plus lower level store room • Walking distance to Byron Bay Centre and Tallows beach
• Solid brick family home on large block with easy stroll to Federal Village • Large multi purpose room with floor to ceiling glass • Fabulous established parklike gardens • Raised veggie beds with plenty of room for more • Plenty of scope for updates • Reverse cycle aircon, 2 x 22,000 tanks, 7kw of solar • 30 minutes to Byron Bay and fabulous beaches
Address:
40/11–19 Cooper Street, Byron Bay
Address:
7 Coachwood Court, Federal
Price:
$650,000 to $675,000
Price:
$775,000 to $825,000
Open:
By Appointment
Open:
Wednesday, 16th September 10.00 – 10.30am Saturday, 19th September 9.00 – 9.30am
Enquiries:
Su Reynolds 0428 888 660, Luke Elwin 0421 375 635
Enquiries:
Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698, Denzil Lloyd 0481 864 049
35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 PH: O2 6685 8466
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Spectacular Hinterland Parcel • Over 52 Hectares (approx 130 acres) of gently sloping hinterland country • Over two kilometres of stunning frontage to the Wilson River. • Numerous babbling rapids folding into postcard swimming holes. • Happy balance of open pastures and dense rainforest pockets. • Choice of several elevated homesites with forested valley panoramas. • An amazing “network” of walking and riding trails for your enjoyment. • Just 19 minutes to Byron centre, 8 minutes to Mullum’s amenities, shops & cafes • DA approval PENDING for 6 homesites with individual aspects and atmosphere
High Set Home with Stunning Views and So Much Potential 5
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52 HA Address:
Lot 20 DP 1045761, 506 Goonengerry Road, Montecollum
Auction:
Saturday, 24th October at 11.30am onsite – Unless Sold Prior
Open:
By Appointment
Enquiries:
Greg Price 0412 871 500
Orchard House – Perfect for Modern Country Living 4
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• High on a ridge overlooking Coopers Creek Valley • High set 3 bedroom home of red cedar and brick on 2.15 HA • Spectacular scenery from state forest to Lismore’s outskirts • Frost free, red soil paddocks - level to gently sloping • Family pool in sunny picturesque position • Cabin plus double garage/shed • 20 minutes to Lismore, 45 minutes to Byron Bay
• Privately positioned in the hills between Byron Bay and Lismore • New modern home with large open plan living, huge deck with amazing views • Modern kitchen with butler’s pantry • Parents retreat with private office/nursery • The 33 acres with macadamia trees in production • Bird life, platypus, wallabies and fish all at your doorstep • Quiet country lane position with calming outlook
Address:
119 Hunters Hill Rd, Corndale
Address:
1 Lychee Drive, Rosebank
Auction:
Saturday, 10th October at 3.00pm onsite – Unless Sold Prior
Auction:
Saturday, 10th October at 1.30pm onsite – Unless Sold Prior
Open:
Wednesday, 16th September 2.00 – 2.30pm Saturday, 19th September 11.00 – 11.30am
Open:
Wednesday, 9th September 1.00 – 1.30pm Saturday, 12th September 1.00 – 1.30pm
Enquiries:
Greg Price 0412 871 500
Enquiries:
Greg Price 0412 871 500
35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 PH: O2 6685 8466
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7/19 TEAK ROAD FEDERAL PRICE $650,000 Perfect north east aspect with hinterland views
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3,916m2 + Council approved plans 0411 757 425 tim@millerrealestate.com.au millerrealestate.com.au
Large Industrial Block
Open for Inspection Belle Property • • • • •
2/17 Marina Pl, Ballina. Sat 9–9.30am 254 Old Byron Bay Rd, Newrybar. Sat 10–10.30am 20A Killarney Cr, Skennars Head. Sat 10.30–11am 1/12 Megan Cr, Lennox Head. Sat 11–11.30am 2 Bannister Ct, Bangalow. Sat 1–1.30pm
Byron & Beyond Real Estate • 2 Strand Ave, New Brighton. Sat 10–10.30am • 15 O’Rourke St, Cumbalum. Sat 12–12.30pm
Byron Shire Real Estate • • • • • • •
75 Orana Rd, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am 47A Orana Rd, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am 8 Short St, Brunswick Heads. Sat 11–11.30am 29 Warrambool Rd, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm 140 Dalley St, Mullumbimby. Sat 1–1.30pm 6B Burra Burra Cl, Ocean Shores. Tue 11am–12pm 3B Whitton Ct, Ocean Shores. Tue 12–1pm
Byron Bay First National Real Estate • 7 Coachwood Ct, Federal. Wed 10–10.30am • 1 Lagoon Dr, Myocum. Wed 12–12.30pm; Sat • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1–1.30pm 1 Lychee Dr, Rosebank. Wed 1–1.30pm 119 Hunters Hill Rd, Corndale. Wed 2–2.30pm 48 Myocum Ridge Rd, Myocum. Wed 4–4.30pm 14 Roseview Rd, Mcleans Ridge. Wed 3–3.30pm; Sun 9–9.30am 6/1 Wollumbin St. Byron Bay. Thu 1–1.30pm 5 Palm–Lily Cr, Bangalow. Thu 3–3.30pm 748 Federal Dr, Federal. Thu 4–4.30pm 2 Marattia Pl, Suffolk Park. Fri 1–1.30pm 18 Booyong Ct, Suffolk Park. Sat 9–9.30am 7 Coachwood Ct, Federal. Sat 9.30–10am 6/1 Wollumbin St. Byron Bay. Sat 9.30–10am 37 Beech Ln, Wilsons Creek. Sat 10–10.30am 31 Fox Valley Way, Lennox Head. Sat 10–10.30am 2E Pacific Vista Dr, Byron Bay. Sat 10–10.30am 14 Roseview Rd, Mcleans Ridge. Sat 10–10.30am 3 Main St, Clunes. Sat 10.45–11.15am 119 Hunters Hill Rd, Corndale. Sat 11–11.30am 8/11 Korau Pl, Suffolk Park. Sat 11–11.30am 42 Waterford Pde, Skennars Head. Sat 11–11.30am 1019A Wilsons Creek Rd, Wilsons Creek. Sat 11.30am–12pm 5 Palm–Lily Cr, Bangalow. Sat 12–12.30pm 1 Lychee Dr, Rosebank. Sat 12–12.30pm
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9/18 Mahogany Dr, Byron Bay. Sat 12–12.30pm 9 Natan Ct, Ocean Shores. Sat 12.30–1pm 48 Myocum Ridge Rd, Myocum. Sat 12.30–1pm 78 Lawson St, Byron Bay. Sat 1–1.30pm 135 Rocky Creek Dam Rd, Dunoon. Sat 1.30–2pm
Elders Brunswick Valley • • • • •
22 Garden Ave, Mullumbimby. Sat 9.30–10am 2/48 Rajah Rd, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am 10 Newberry Pde, Brunswick Heads. Sat 10.30–11am 22 Tweed St, Brunswick Heads. Sat 11–11.30am 45 Waranga Cr, Burringbar. Sat 12–12.30pm
Janice Maple @Realty • 32 Parrot Tree Pl, Bangalow. Sat 2.30–3.30pm
LJ Hooker Brunswick Heads • 2/3 Newberry Pde, Brunswick Heads. Sat 11–11.30am
• 4/3 Newberry Pde, Brunswick Heads. Sat •
11–11.30am 12 Konda Ct, Ocean Shores. Sat 12–12.30pm
McGrath Byron Bay • • • •
22/3 Pecan Ct, Suffolk Park. Sat 10–10.30am 8 Charltons Rd, Federal. Sat 10–10.30am 2/10 Blueberry Ct, Byron Bay. Sat 11.30am–12pm 7/114 Bangalow Rd, Byron Bay. Sat 11.30am–12pm; Wed 4–4.30pm
Raine & Horne Ocean Shores/ Brunswick Heads • • • • • • • • • • • • •
9 Banool Circuit, Ocean Shores. Sat 9–9.30am 38 William St, Murwillumbah. Sat 9–9.30am 72/73–101 Darlington Dr, Banora Point. Sat 9.30–10am 1/4 Roundhouse Pl, Ocean Shores. Sat 10–10.30am 10 McPherson Ct, Murwillumbah. Sat 10–10.30am 40 Wahlooga Way, Ocean Shores. Sat 11–11.30am 1 Point Lookout Chase, Murwillumbah. Sat 11–11.30am 1 Hunter St, Burringbar. Sat 11–11.30am 2 Namoi Glen, Ocean Shores. Sat 11am–12pm 120 Balemo Dr, Ocean Shores. Sat 12pm–1pm 61 Hunter St, Burringbar. Sat 12.30–1pm 28 Larelar Ct, Ocean Shores. Sat 12.30–1pm 23 River St, South Murwillumbah. Sat 1.30–2pm
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Real Estate of Distinction • • • •
37 Broadway, Burrringbar. Sat 10.30–11am 44 Waranga, Burringbar. Sat 11.30am–12pm 9 McLean, Skennars Head. Sat 2–2.30pm 1787 Kyogle Rd, Uki. Sun 11–11.30am
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Tim Miller Real Estate • 7 Ferguson Ct, Bangalow. Sat 10–10.45am
New Listings Belle Property
• 195 North Creek Rd, Lennox Head
Byron Bay First National Real Estate • • • •
7 Coachwood Ct, Federal 9 Natan Ct, Ocean Shores 31 Fox Valley Way, Lennox Head 2/4 Lilli Pilli Dr, Byron Bay
Raine & Horne Ocean Shores/ Brunswick Heads • 33 Beach Ave, South Golden Beach • 2 Namoi Glen, Ocean Shores • 69 Argyle St, Mullumbimby
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Belle Property • 2/17 Marina Pl, Ballina. 27 Sept 9am onsite • 2 Bannister Ct, Bangalow. 27 Sept 12pm onsite • 461 Goonengerry Rd, Montecollum. 27 Sept 2pm • • • •
onsite 254 Old Byron Bay Rd, Newrybar. 4 Oct 10.30am onsite 1/12 Megan Cr, Lennox Head. 4 Oct 12pm onsite 20A Killarney Cr, Lennox Head. 4 Oct 1.30pm onsite 195 North Creek Rd, Lennox Head. 4 Oct 3pm onsite
Byron Shire Real Estate • 8 Short St, Brunswick Heads. Sat 3 Oct 11am onsite • 140 Dalley St, Mullumbimby. Sat 10 Oct 11am onsite
Byron Bay First National Real Estate • 748 Federal Dr, Federal. Thu 17 Sept 5pm onsite • 14 Roseview Rd, Mcleans Ridge. Sun 20 Sept 10am • • • •
onsite 1 Lychee Dr, Rosebank. 10 Oct 1.30pm onsite 6/1 Wollumbin St. Byron Bay. 10 Oct 11am onsite 119 Hunters Hill Rd, Corndale. 10 Oct 3pm onsite 4 Pacific Vista Drive, Byron Bay
Here is an opportunity for an exciting new Byron Bay venture and/or to continue the diverse range of existing tenancies in one lot. This rare large industrial block is in a prime location and has loads of potential. • Convenient location to the motorway and Byron CBD • High exposure along Ewingsdale Rd, main road into Byron Bay • 3110sqm industrial block with 1463sqm of buildings including a residential unit, 3 large sheds and plans for a warehouse • 21 car parking spaces Shop 1 - 326sqm: a large showroom, 2 offices (1 air-conditioned), lunchroom, bathroom and workshop Shop 2 - 502 sqm: 2 showrooms, 6 offices, lunchroom, workshop, storage, huge mezzanine, ducted air conditioning, an accessible toilet and 10kW solar power system. This shop includes 172sqm passageway for Shop 1, Shed 3 and a vacant lot to build a warehouse Shed 3 - 509sqm: large workshop, air-conditioned office, mezzanine, kitchenette and accessible toilet Caretakers Unit - 89sqm: 3 rooms, kitchen, living and bathroom Contact: Katrina Beohm 0467 001 122 Katrina Beohm Real Estate
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4 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR I $1,200,000 Designed for a growing family, this single level home is only 6 years old and offers plenty of space for the whole family. The spacious home offers over 300sqm and features three separate living areas including media room with custom barn doors and kids rumpus room, with high ceilings and gorgeous European Oak timber floors throughout. The master bedroom has separate ‘his and her’ wardrobes, air conditioning and a large ensuite and is situated away from the other three smaller bedrooms. The cottage gardens surrounding the home are stunning and colourful and provide a home for many birds and local bees. There are established veggie and herb garden beds and a fabulous lemon tree and other flowering shrubs and trees on the 645sqm lot.
4 BED I 2 BATH
JANICE MAPLE 0401 026 359 janicemaple@atrealty.com.au
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George Street is one of those streets you admire...it is a no through road with only a handful of homes, and the Bangalow Guesthouse at one end and the school at the other. The homes are charming and there is a stunning pecan tree presiding gracefully in the middle of the street. At this property, with a north facing garden overlooking Bangalow’s iconic showgrounds, with cows literally on your back fence, you feel like you are smack bang in the country but really, you are right in the heart of the Bangalow village. This original Bangalow home was fully renovated approximately 10 years ago and now comprises 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas and an office. It is a clever mix of contemporary design and character features with timber floors throughout, timber lined walls, french doors, and high ceilings.
JANICE MAPLE 0401 026 359 janicemaple@atrealty.com.au
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8 Short Street, Brunswick Heads This tastefully presented house has what everyone seems to want in today’s market. A home plus income potential. There is a separate approved studio with rear lane access, plus an office/garage with approval for conversion to a 60m2 granny flat.
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140 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby Built in 1908 this beautiful example of Edwardian architecture steeped in local history is one of the most stunning period homes in the region. There’s Art Nouveau leadlight, 4 fireplaces, 11-ft pressed metal ceilings, separate maid’s quarters and many other original features.
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Accountants & Bookkeepers.............................. 41 Acupuncture ....................................................... 41 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration ...................... 41 Antennas & Installation ..................................... 41 Antiques/Restoration ......................................... 41 Appliance Repair ................................................ 41 Architects ............................................................ 41 Automotive ......................................................... 41 Blinds, Awnings, Curtains, Shutters .................. 41 Bricklaying .......................................................... 41 Building Trades ................................................... 41 Bush Regen & Weed Control .............................. 42 Carpet Cleaning .................................................. 42 Chimney Sweeps................................................. 42 Chiropractic......................................................... 42 Cleaning .............................................................. 42 Computer Services ............................................. 42 Concreting & Paving ........................................... 42 Counselling ......................................................... 42 Decks, Patios & Extensions ................................ 42 Dentists ............................................................... 42 Design & Drafting ............................................... 42 Driveway Maintenance ...................................... 42 Earthmoving & Excavation ................................ 42 Electricians .......................................................... 42 Fencing ................................................................ 42 Floor Sanding & Polishing ................................. 42 Flooring ............................................................... 42 Funeral Services.................................................. 42 Garden & Property Maintenance ...................... 42 Garden Design .................................................... 43 Gas Suppliers ...................................................... 43 Graphic Design ................................................... 43 Handypersons ..................................................... 43 Health .................................................................. 43 Hire ...................................................................... 43 Kitchens ............................................................... 43 Landscape Design .............................................. 43 Landscape Supplies............................................ 43 Landscaping ....................................................... 43 Locksmith ............................................................ 43 Osteopathy.......................................................... 43 Painting ............................................................... 43 Pest Control ......................................................... 43 Photography ....................................................... 43 Physiotherapy ..................................................... 43 Picture Framing .................................................. 43 Picture Hanging .................................................. 43 Plastering ............................................................ 43 Plumbers ............................................................. 43 Pools .................................................................... 43 Removalists ......................................................... 44 Roofing ................................................................ 44 Rubbish Removal ................................................ 44 Self Storage ......................................................... 44 Septic Systems .................................................... 44 Solar Installation ................................................ 44 Tiling .................................................................... 44 Tree Services ....................................................... 44 Tuition ................................................................. 44 Upholstery .......................................................... 44 Valuers ................................................................. 44 Veterinary Surgeons .......................................... 44 Water Filters ........................................................ 44 Water Supplies .................................................... 44 Wedding Services ............................................... 44 Welding ............................................................... 44 Window Cleaning ............................................... 44 Window Tinting................................................... 44 www.echo.net.au/byron-echo Byron Shire Echo archives
TAX AGENT Graeme Toohill graeme@saltwateraccountancy.com.au .................................66874746 BECK THE BOOKKEEPER Xero, MYOB, BAS, Payroll, COVID-19 assistance .....................02 66084372
ACUPUNCTURE
UNWANTED CARS
6684 5296 BAYSIDE RADIATORS Windscreens & air-con. Billinudgel. AU29498 .................................66802444
BLINDS, AWNINGS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS
ACUPUNCTURE CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE M Collis..................................................66842559 MARLENE FARRY Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine marlenefarry.com ..............66842400
LOCAL
SHOWCASE DEALER SHOWROOM
SUNSCREENS
ACUPUNCTURE & acupressure massage. Ph Dr. Derek Doran .......................................0414 478787
AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION 1/84 Centennial Circuit Byron Bay
66 680 0 8862
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0435 954 212
– Sales – Installation – Repairs – All Commercial Refrigeration – Residential & Commercial Airconditioning – Coolroom Design & Construction – Freezer Rooms
YOUR LOCAL BLIND MAN at North Byron Blinds .................................................. Amos 0404 421518
6684 2783
BRICK/BLOCK LAYING Contractors. Lic 291958C. Phone Mark ........................................0409 444268
45 Manns Road, Mullumbimby Lic: 299433C ARC: AU40492
BRICKLAYING BUILDING TRADES
COOLMAN AIR CONDITIONING 23 years experience. Lic 178464C AU30147 ..............0412 641753 RAINBOW REGION AIR CONDITIONING ARC AU36141. Lic No. 264313C.....................0487 264137
ANTENNAS & INSTALLATION
0439 624 945
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• DEPT OF FAIR TRADING: A licence is required for all residential building work where the reasonable market cost of the work to be done (labour and materials) exceeds $5000 (including GST).
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02 66 804 173
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ANTENNAS
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0402 022 111
David Levine iwireantennas.com.au
SERVICING THE BYRON SHIRE
CALL BRETT 0414 542 019
ALL CARPENTRY WORK FULLY INSURED
NSW Lic. 83568c Qld BSA 1238105
• Floor installations • Door & Window installations • Decks & Pergolas 0488 950 638 matt.rowan.wardle@gmail.com • Alterations
*conditions apply
JP DIGITAL ANTENNAS Reception problems, new antennas, extra TV points, all areas .....0432 289705 ANTENNAS PLUS. TV, WiFi, Electrical. Reliable. Call Norm ............................................0422 668582
ANTIQUES/RESTORATION FURNITURE RESTORATION Old/antique. 40+ yrs exp. erwinfurniturerestoration.com 0412 528454
APPLIANCE REPAIR DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas .......... 66843575 or 0414 922786
Lic: 317362C
Licensed builder, specialising in Bathroom renovations.
COFFEE MACHINE SERVICE & REPAIR coffeetechbyron.com.au Phone Stuart ............0407 395263
ARCHITECTS OCEANARC ARCHITECTS Reg. 6042 www.oceanarc.com.au ..............................................66855001
0417 654 888
Quality workmanship, and reliable and personalised service.
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Bathroom and Kitchen Renovations • General Carpentry • Timber Decks • Home Maintenance RAY GOUGH 0477 005 144 completehome_1@bigpond.com
Lic. 266174C
INDEX
BOOKKEEPING, BAS, payroll, hubdoc, etc. Serving N. Rivers since 2007. D Evans .......0432 176091
Lic No: MVTC157416
ACCOUNTS & BOOKINGS: 6684 1777
BOOKKEEPER Local and reliable .................................. barbarasbookkeeping.com.au 0402 118649
CASH PAID FOR
DINGO DEMOLITIONS & ASBESTOS REMOVAL ................................. 66834008 or 0407 728998 BUILDER – JOHN McGAURAN Personalised Service. 20 yrs exp. Lic 170208C .............0415 793242 BUILDER Renovations, maintenance, 30yrs exp. mchughdesign.com.au Lic 29792C....0408 663420 HAVEN BUILDING All aspects of building. Lic 326616C ...............................................0432 565060 FABRICA JOINERY Quality kitchens/timber doors/windows. Lic 244652C .........................66808162 CARPENTER HANDYMAN FB Greg’s Handyman Services Byron Bay Lic No 1039897....0414 109595 LELAND CARPENTRY All carpentry – small renovation specialist (under $5K) Jesse ...0458 968290 SASH WINDOW REPAIRS Sash cords & balances, jammed sashes etc Ph John ............0498 340879
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BUSH REGENERATION & WEED CONTROL
COUNSELLING
WEED CONTROL SPECIALIST Lawns – bindii weeds – Army worms – grass grubs .....0418 110714 COUNSELLING & LIFE COACHING Get unstuck & reclaim life purpose. TracieAnne.com .. 0437 174804 EAST COAST BUSH REGENERATION Tree planting, weed control. Call Rossco Faithfull.0409 157695
DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS
CARPET CLEANING FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!
FULL CIRCLE REFINISHING Timber & deck oiling, coating, stripping. Fast free quotes .....0419 789600
Green & Clean
Carpet and upholstery cleaning, urine extraction, rust removal, heavy traffic areas, deodorising and sanitation.
Cleans deeply, dries in 1-2 hours
Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa
0408 232 066
THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refinishing, cable balustrading. Free quotes. Richard ...0407 821690 COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C .......................... 0439 624945 or 66804173 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 .........................................................0429 802355
DENTISTS
JP ELECTRICAL All electrical. Level 2 ASP. Solar, data + TV. Lic 133082C .......................0432 289705
LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...........................................................................66842816 JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C..............0415 126028
Commercial / Domestic / Insurance
BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE .......................................................................66851264 SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C..................................................................Call Mitch 0421 843477
CHIMNEY SWEEPING
BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ............................0429 033801
DESIGN & DRAFTING
BLACKS CHIMNEY SWEEPING & REPAIRS AHHA member, insured. 3rd generation .....66771905
CHIROPRACTIC
BEN FORSYTH, Electrician. Lic:240691C. Ocean Shores & surrounds. No job too small ...0422 136408
BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com..........Bob Acton 0407 787993 CIRCUITS PLUS. For everything electrical in Byron Shire. Lic 201844c ..........................0422 668582 DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ......0419 880048 E4 ELECTRICAL SERVICES Lic 116621c. Solutions made E4 EASY! Phone Jamie ..........0410 502060
BAY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Peter Wuehr 17 Bangalow Rd Byron Bay ..............................66855282 BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING www.beedad.com.au ...............0423 531448 WAVE OF LIFE NETWORK CHIRO (lowforce) 8/9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay. Andrew Badman...66858553 FENG SHUI DESIGN CONSULTANT Lizzie Bodenham livingbalancedesigns.com.au Ph .0431 678608
CLEANING
BORRELL DESIGN Drafting & design. Commercial, retail, residential, shop fit-outs .....0412 043463
DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE
ACTION WINDOW & PRESSURE CLEANING actionjoewindow@gmail.com
• House washing • High pressure or soft wash • Window cleaning • Driveways, paths & roofs • Gutters & yscreens • Water efďŹ cient • Free quotes Phone Joe or Helen 0409 207 646 or 0412 495750
Call
0434 539 979
• Window Cleaning • Screens & Tracks • Pressure Washing • House •Roof • Paths • Solar
Roof & Pressure Cleaning Roof Painting Deck Oiling
THE FLOOR SANDER New & old floors, decks, non-toxic finishes, special effects, free quotes..0407 821690
FLOORING
0467 482 948
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ALL ASPECTS OF ASPHALT & BITUMEN SERVICES
6677 1859
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SERVICING THE EAST COAST OF THE NSW NORTHERN RIVERS
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NORTHERN RIVERS DIRECT CREMATIONS Personal service, female-led exceptional care 24 hours. All-inclusive and local. $2100 .........................................................................1300 585778
Phone Oliver 0419 789 600
GARDEN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
TINY EARTHWOR
5 Stars
Philip Toovey
0409 799 909
CLEANING SERVICE
various implements available for limited access projects
CLEANS: Holiday, Residential, Bond, Commercial, Spring
Phone Mick 0409 009 024
WILSONS
Email: mickbhl@gmail.com
Window Cleaning Professionals Call Glenn or Tracey 0403 428 232
978 383
Nationally Recognised QualiďŹ cations
Acreage & Residential Mowing | Gardening Fire Hazard Reduction | Landscaping | TurďŹ ng Brush Cutting | Tip Runs | Fully Insured
admin@wilsonexcavationsandtruckhire.com.au Byron Bay 0427 663 678 or 0452 400 565
0430 297 101 / 6684 5437
• Tip Trucks 3 to 12 Tonne • Excavators 5 & 21 Tonne • Posi Track Loader • Driveways • Roads • Cleaning • Civil Works • House Pads • Drainage • Carparks • Bush Rocks • Rock Walls • Water Truck
Training & Assessment: Earthmoving Plant & Forklift
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5.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR, POSITRACK & TIPPER HIRE
DETAILED CLEANER/GUEST HOUSE MANAGER All natural products 4.8 Stayz rated ..0410 723601
Specialising in road works, land clearing, retaining walls and general earthworks. Augers and rock grab available.
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 ECO-FRIENDLY Immaculate, local cleaner. 10+ yrs exp. Exc refs. Domestic/commercial..0449 173056
EXPERIENCED OPERATORS | FREE QUOTES 0432 299 283
COMPUTER SERVICES RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ....................................................................66844335
NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 65hp chain trencher, mini excavator, cable locating.0402 716857
BETTER CALL SAUL The Mac Doctor. Repairs. Upgrades. Used Macs.............................0411 562111 ALEX EXCAVATION 3.5T Zero Swing excavator & bobcat loader & 5T Tipper Rock Grab 0417 920300 EXCAVATOR & TIPPER HIRE 300mm, 450mm augers & concreting Lic#143161C. Steve . 0431 678130
CONCRETING & PAVING
ELECTRICIANS
DARYL 0418 234 302
Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting. Residential • Civil • Industrial
ALL AROUND
CONCRETING
Call Daniel
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
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0439 624 945
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02 66 804 173
Domestic Commercial
ELECTRICAL Steve Nicholls ph: 0455 445 343 lic: EC28753
All Jobs Small or Large
Lic: 154293c
CONCRETING
Lic.136717c
SALISBURY
Lic No. 337066C
Acreage Mowing Specialist | Mini excavation Toro Dingo with stump grinder, trencher and soil cultivator
Contact Vadi: 0404
Excavation & Plant Hire
Specialising in Driveway Construction & Maintenance
Free Quotes
THE TIMBER FLOORING SPECIALISTS NEW DISPLAY 10 Dudgeons lane, Bangalow T 6687 2483 | M 0410 406 334
FUNERAL SERVICES
Burringbar
EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION
fullcirclerefinishing.com
BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes....... 66804766 or 0422 207299 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service. ..................................................0432 107262
FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING
• Asphalt Driveways • Sub-divisions • Earthworks • Carparks • and all Maintenance! For a Free Quote Call Now
FENCING
FLOW FENCING Pool fencing, timber/colourbond, local, professional and reliable.......0416 424256
Coast to Country Asphalt Specialising in
www.byroneco.com.au
Quality Exterior Refinishing
Byron Bay
SECURITY, DATA, TV Tim Nicholls ph: 0468 384 203 lic: 000102498
nichollselectrical@outlook.com
THE BYRON BAY GARDEN & LANDSCAPING COMPANY Structural Landscaping • Paving • Stonework • Timber work • Retaining wall • Garden maintenance • Planting • TurďŹ ng • Mulching • Hedging • Lawns
0434 329 111
Don’t waste your weekends cleaning your gutters! Let us take care of them for you! • Wet/dry Vacuum cleaning • Safety trained & fully insured
• Professional & friendly service
Call Phil & Rheu 0480 286 276 or 1300 654 253 www.guttervac.com.au
MULLUM.MOWING@gmail.com. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Peter................0423 756394 GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured ... 66841778 or 0405 922839 A-Z Lawns & acreage, trees & hedges, clean ups & tip runs, all gutters ..........................0405 625697 A.C.E. LAWNMOWING & GARDENING Best rates, reliable, guaranteed. Ph Sam.......0438 655763
North Coast news daily in Echonetdaily www.echo.net.au
Service Directory LEAF IT TO US Specialists in acreage mowing, garden, tree maintenance .....................0402 487213 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
Established 2008 ~ Lic No: 247282c
Specialising in: • Retaining Walls • Pool Surrounds • Block Work • Paving • TurďŹ ng • Stonework
0405 594 288
20 Years Experience
Tree Faerie Fotos Professional • Commercial • Personal
GREEN DINGO for all your mowing and gardening needs. Ph Michael .........................0497 842442 LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C .........................................0423 700853 GW GARDEN MAINTENANCE Mowing, brushcutting, trees & hedges, trailer ..............0408 244820 ALL ASPECTS landscaping, green waste & tree removal. Lic #143161C. Ph Phil ...........0499 359702
30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism
www.treefaeriefotos.com • 0417 427 518
LOCKSMITH
A1 RUBBISH REMOVAL AND TIP RUNS. 9m3 trailer. Same day service. Best rates .....0413 289443 LAWN MOWING rubbish removal, hedge trimming. Mullum, Bruns, Ocean Shores. Mark ..0437 343348
PHOTOGRAPHY
Shaun Savage Landscapes
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Brendan Duggan Locksmith. Automotive car keys and lock installation/repair .......0412 764148
GARDEN DESIGN
OSTEOPATHY
NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby.....................................................................................66845288
www.simplybeautifulspaces.com.au FENG SHUI / GARDEN DESIGN .........................Lyn 0428 884329 NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY Jodie Jacobs. Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri.....................................66857517 ANTHONY D’ORSOGNA Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suffolk Park 1 Bryce St ... 66853511
GAS SUPPLIERS
OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics,
PAINTING • DEPARTMENT OF FAIR TRADING INFO: When dealing with home owners, painters are required
Locally Owned Est 18 years
No Rental Reliable
to quote a licence number only for external work valued over $5000.
ALL-WAYS PAINTING BYRON BAY
www.brunswickvalleygas.com
• Domestic & Commercial • Servicing all areas • Workmanship guaranteed • Attention to detail
6680 1575 or 0408 760 609
0438 784 226 • 6685 4154
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Lic No 189144C
Free Delivery
shock wave therapy, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Ilse V Oostenbrugge....................66803499 PETRA KARNI PHYSIOTHERAPY & Craniosacral, Manual Therapy, TMJ. Suffolk Park. Ph...0403 226858
PICTURE FRAMING MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10 ............................0403 734791
PICTURE HANGING PROFESSIONAL PICTURE HANGING, also display of art and objects. Phone Lenny ....0407 031294
PLASTERING
www.thinkblinkdesign.com
PLASTERING CONTRACTOR DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL
C. A. Warwick Lic. No. 114578C ‡ )UHH TXRWHV ‡ *\SURFN À [LQJ VHWWLQJ
DESIGN Print | Branding | Social Media | Websites | Graphic Design
X FINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE X ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING
A.S.A.P. All renos, carpentry, plastering, painting, studios & bathrooms .......................0405 625697 HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ......................................... 66884324 or 0476 600956 AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic. Wayne...............................0423 218417
QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES
www.duluxaccredited.com.au
THE HANDYMAN CAN All home maintenance, repairs, painting, odd jobs etc .............0427 110953
X 6680 7573 0415 952 494 X www.yvesdewilde.com.au LIC 114372C
GOOD NEWS HANDYMAN Carpentry, home renovations/repairs etc. Jesse..................0458 968290 HIGHPOINT Repairs & handyman services. Painting, plastering & tiling. Michael ........0421 896796
HEALTH • OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture,
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ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE Dr Adam Osborne ...........................................66857366 MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs. .............................66843002 EAST COAST PILATES STUDIO Brunswick Heads Ph Judy .............................................0408 110006
NEIL A McINTOSH
REMEDIAL MASSAGE: Deep tissue, sports, relaxation. HICAPS avail. Aaron Ovens ......0408 707304
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR • PLASTER REPAIRS • WALLPAPERING CLEAN & TIDY • ALWAYS ON TIME • ALL AREAS Mobile: 0421 938 104 – 465 Uralba Road, Uralba
MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more ........................www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003
Mark Wopling
ABN 31 490 733 798 LIC 203196C
KITCHENS
Painting & Decorating
24 years experience
D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery. Lic 283553C. www.hinged.com.au .......................Dave 0409 843689
LANDSCAPE DESIGN BEAU JARDIN Landscape plans & horticultural consultations. beaujardin.com.au .................0417 054443 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Garden Design & Property Planning. Andrew Pawsey ..........0478 519804
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PLUMBERS NEED A PLUMBER? DRAINER? GASFITTER?
Chay 0429 805 081 20 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE
ABN 48867459605 Lic 33995C
Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy
HIRE
Lic 167371C
ABSOLUTE HANDYMAN. Repairs, renovation, maintenance, painting. Call Mark ........0402 281638
SUNRISE PLASTERING. No job too small. Renovations + patchworks. Gtd sat. Free quote ....0418 992001
30 years experience Blocked drain specialists Everything plumbing, drainage & gasďŹ tting SHANE
0400 852 141
energyplumbing@gmail.com WWW.ENERGYJETTING.COM.AU WWW.ENERGYPLUMBING.COM.AU
mwoplingpainting@hotmail.com
AD PAINTING by John Hand. Lic 13246C ................................................ 0413 185399 or 66841249 BYRONBAYPAINTINGSERVICES.COM.AU – Reliable. Quality work. Ph .....................1300 255 724 ALL WAYS PAINTING NORTHERN RIVERS. Qualified, insured, clean. 0413 401907 or 66805015
Licence No. 207479C
YVES DE WILDE
451 186
PLUMBERS • DRAINERS • GASFITTERS
PEST CONTROL
New Builds Hot Water Renovations Maintenance
license no 322340C
HANDYPERSONS
&UDLJ 0413
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JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fitting & roofing. Lic 187712C................0438 668025
• Sand • Soils • Gravels • Pots & statues • Lots, lots more
1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course)
6684 2323 / 0418 663 983
LANDSCAPING
BILL CONNORS All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 .................................. 66801403 or 0414 801403
Professional Property Protection you can Trust • 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
6685 4490 or AH on 0414 769 018
www.sanctuarypest.com.au
02 6681 6555 Free quotes on active termites Environmentally safe
YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS www.allpestsolutions.com.au THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714
MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035 ADM PLUMBING SERVICES‌ (NO JOB TOO SMALL)‌ Lic 234528C. ....... Call Adam 0466 992483
POOLS
ATTENTION POOL OWNERS • All pool requirements • Professional advice • Water testing • Friendly service • Pool servicing 73 Station St, Mullumbimby (opp. Council chambers)
6684 3003
BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL................................................................................66842018 MULLUM POOL SHOP Water testing, eco products, mobile service, construction/repairs....0418 666839
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REMOVALISTS
SOLAR INSTALLATION
Andy’s Move & More
Pioneers of the solar industry
Small & Medium Moves, Pianos, Artworks, Tip Runs, 1 or 2 Men at Low Prices to Most Areas Based from Byron Bay & Mullumbimby Calls always returned
0429149 533 Est 2006
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
Serving Northern NSW since 1998
Call us on 6679 7228
Your local, qualiďŹ ed team. m 0428 320 262 Specialists in standalone & e sunbeamsolar@bigpond.com grid interact system designs.
Electric Lic 124600c
• Professional Tree Removal, Surgery & Maintenance • Stump Grinding • Weed Control • Arborist Reporting & Consultancy • EWP Cherry Picker Hire • Mulching of Green Waste • 24 Hour Emergency Call-Out • Professional, Reliable Service
ALL AREAS OF THE NORTHERN RIVERS & SOUTH EAST QUEENSLAND
0401 208 797
SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ............................................. Call Tim 66813140 or 0417 698227 PETER GRAY Grad. Cert. Arb. AQF8. Consulting arborist................................................0414 186161
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0409 917646
MARTINO TREE SERVICES ..............................................................................Martino 0435 019524 LEAF IT TO US 4x4 truck/chipper + stump grinding. Local, qualified, insured. Free quotes.0402 487213
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A VERY HANDY MAN TREE SERVICES................................... Happy to help. Andrew..0412 558890
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LEAPFROG REMOVALS
BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualified, insured. Call Alex ....................................................0402 364852
OUT ON A LIMB outonalimbtreeservices.wordpress.com Call Lucas ..........................0402 191316 VERTEX TREE SERVICE vertextrees.com ....................................................................0428 715886
Life’s Good with Solar
BYRON BAY’S LOCAL REMOVALIST MOVING THE SHIRE FOR OVER 10 YEARS
Juno Energy is your local authorised LG energy specialist offering solar and battery solutions for your business & home
0432 334 200 02 6680 8170 leapfrogremovals@yahoo.com.au
Patrick - 0425 256 802
UPHOLSTERY BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists.............................66805255
VALUERS
www.junoenergy.com.au licence number: 255292C
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• Best Price Promise • Highest Quality Products • 10 Year Installation Workmanship Guarantee • 5 Year Annual Onsite Cleaning and Maintenance included
SIMPSON PROPERTY GROUP - Valuation, Advisory & Asset M/ment. Specialists in: Residential,
1800 88 68 77 firstsunsolar.com.au 268 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay
MULLUM VET CLINIC: Richard Gregory, Bec Willis, Mark Sebastian – After hours avail ...66843818
Rural, Commercial & Industrial. www.simsonproperty.com.au..........0400 134562 or 0427 220976
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Your Local Solar Experts
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MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK Reasonable rates. Phone Don ............................................0414 282813 BENNY CAN MOVE IT! .................................................................................................0402 199999
NORTH COAST VETERINARY SERVICES Dr Lauren Archer .................................................66840735
MAN WITH A TALL VAN Furniture removal services. $60 an hour. Call Evan .................0410 120777
DOMESTIC • INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL
MONTYS METAL
ROOFING
Metal RooďŹ ng Installations • Guttering Downpipes • Fascia • Skylights • Whirlybird Patios • Repairs • Leaf Guard
The Water Filter Experts
0435 791 129
for home, commercial and rural properties
info@eastpointpower.com.au www.eastpointpower.com.au
Solar. O-Grid. Electrical.
6680 8200 or 0418 108 181
Craig Montgomery – 0418 870 362 Email: montysmetalrooďŹ ng@gmail.com www.montysmetalrooďŹ ng.com.au
Licence NSW: 30715C Licence QLD: 1227049
Solar designed by Electricians NOT Salesmen
RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL NEW ROOFS / RE-ROOFS INSULATED ROOF PANELS FASCIA & GUTTERS REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
No Money Down Finance Options. 10 Year Workmanship Guarantee
I30PAINT ROOFS years experience | Semi-retired
WEDDING SERVICES
TILING
WILD WEDDINGS BYRON BAY. Life Celebrant, Jeni Gonzalez ......................................0407 629770
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 THIS IS RUBBISH Tipper truck for hire. Call or text Jono ...............................................0412 871438
SELF STORAGE
BBSS
Mon to Fri 9am–5pm
FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR!
BYRON BAY SELF STORAGE
WELDING & FABRICATION Structural, General, Repairs: Steel, Aluminium & Stainless ..0408 410545
WINTER SPECIAL:
CLEAN VIEW Prompt, professional, insured. Phone David .............................................0421 906460
TILER/STONEMASON/WATERPROOFER Lic 24418C. Phone Karl ..............................0472 622980
TREE SERVICES
• Stump Grinding • Bobcat • Cherrypicker • Crane Truck • 18â€? Chipper Mark Linder QualiďŹ ed Arborist 0408 202 184 choppychoptrees@bigpond.com
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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SURFWAGON - Car/Home/Office tint. Lifetime Warranty. W/sale price .........................0434 875009
Find
The Echo Service Directory online anytime at
Lic 312643C
• plumbing.td@bigpond.com
SUNRISE W. T. 3/19-21 Centennial Cct, Byron. Cars, homes, offices, etc. High quality ..0412 158478
The Fully Insured Professionals
SEPTIC SYSTEMS
0418 754 149 • 07 5523 9930 • 1300 Taylex • www.taylex.com.au
WINDOW TINTING
CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES
8-10 Tasman Way, Byron Arts & Industrial Estate www.byronbayselfstorage.com.au | 6685 8349 | bbss@westnet.com.au
Sales Installation Service
WINDOW CLEANING
Every 5th m2 FREE
Self storage with security. Largest choice of sizes.
Home sewage solutions Commercial wastewater treatment Rainwater tanks concrete and plastic
WELDING
TILE & GROUT CLEANING
Servicing the Far North Coast for 20 years. Free quotes. Experienced local technicians. ChemDry’s patented cleaning systems.
0408 232 066
RUBBISH REMOVAL
TRIDENT WATER Remote access delivery, 4WD water truck. Northern Rivers & surrounds ..0412 580 564
Visit www.sunconnectsolar.com.au to get a free energy assessment
Far North Coast NSW John & Teresa
Phone Paul: 0499 373 117
WATER SUPPLIES
Mullumbimby & The Northern Rivers 0424 652208 | dean@sunconnectsolar.com.au
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Northern Rivers Pty Ltd
WATER FILTERS
Lic. 258112C
ROOFING
PRUNING ~ REMOVALS ~ STUMP GRINDING • 20 years local knowledge and experience • Fully insured / free quotes • 19 inch chipper • Bobcat • Cherry picker • Crane truck
www.harttreeservices.com.au
0427 347 380
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Classifieds INDEX
ECHO CLASSIFIEDS – 6684 1777
Annual General Meetings ..... 45 Birthdays ................................ 46 Caravans................................ 45 Death Notices ........................ 46 For Sale ................................. 45 Garage Sales......................... 45 Halls For Hire......................... 45 Health Notices ....................... 45 Motor Vehicles ....................... 45 Musical Notes ........................ 46 Only Adults ............................ 46 Personal ................................. 46 Pets ........................................ 46 Positions Vacant .................... 45 Professional Services ............ 45
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
CLASSIFIEDS THAT WORK ALL WEEK!
Echo Classies also appear online in Echonetdaily – echo.net.au/classified-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.
Public Notices ........................ 45 Social Escorts........................ 46
CHAKRA SONG
To Lease ................................ 45
What’s stopping you loving your voice? How can you unblock your song? Time to take back control of your voice. To restart with a new song–your song. Chakra Song is a way to ďŹ nd your voice. Brunswick Heads, Tues & Thurs Small COVID Safe groups email: ByronBaySinging@gmail.com
To Let ..................................... 45 Tradework .............................. 45 Tree Services ......................... 45 Tuition .................................... 46 Wanted .................................. 45 Wanted To Lease ................... 45 Wanted To Rent ..................... 45
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PUBLIC NOTICES
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MULLUM MARKET
Group singing classes for conďŹ dence, fun Brunswick Heads Tues & Thurs Small COVID Safe groups email: ByronBaySinging@gmail.com
BYRON TWILIGHT MARKET Every Saturday 4 – 9 pm RAILWAY PARK, BYRON BAY
byroncentre.com.au Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre Connecting the Byron Shire Community
HELP OUR COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER DRIVER REQUIRED Mullumbimby and District Neighbourhood Centre are looking for a crew of volunteer food recovery van drivers. Requirements for the job are that you must be ďŹ t and able to lift sometimes heavy boxes of food, you must have an unencumbered Drivers Licence. 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.
& MUSEUM OPEN
THIS SATURDAY 8am – 2pm
So far we have recovered over 44 Tonnes of food
BROADFOOT Cnr Stuart and Myokum St, Mullum No dogs please
TRADEWORK
DENTURES
3EPTIC 7ASTE 2EMOVAL
LOOK GOOD FEEL GOOD Free consultation. SANDRO 66805002
AGMs BYRON SHIRE TOY LIBRARY AGM Wednesday 30 September, 3pm. Please call Flo 0423658860
BALLINA RSL CLUB LIMITED ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is hereby given to all members of the Ballina RSL Club Limited that the Annual General Meeting will be held in the Club’s auditorium on Sunday, 15th November 2020, commencing at 9.30am. In accordance with Rule 42. (b) and (c) of the Constitution of the Ballina RSL Club Limited and as a result of the ballot held in 2019 for the Board of Directors, there will be no elections for the Board of Directors in 2020. WG Coulter, Chief Executive Officer / Secretary
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3UMMERLAND %NVIRONMENTAL
4HE ,IQUID 7ASTE 3PECIALISTS
GROUP SINGING
Help us to continue this valuable program, keeping good food out of landďŹ ll and in people’s bellies.
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PROF. SERVICES
s 3EPTIC TANK CLEANING s 'REASE TRAP SERVICING s /ILY ,IQUIDS s 0ORTABLE TOILET HIRE s HOUR SERVICE
HEALTH
TREE SERVICES
THETA HEALING BASIC COURSE 22–24 September 2020 Contact Zena 0409302548 HAWAIIAN MASSAGE Ocean Shores, Michaela, 0416332886
HYPNOSIS & EFT Simple and effective solutions Anxiety, Cravings, Fears & Trauma. Maureen Bracken 0402205352
KINESIOLOGY Clear subconscious sabotages. Reprogram patterns and beliefs. Restore vibrancy and physical health. De-stress. Ph 0403125506 SANDRA DAVEY, Reg. Pract.
PURA VIDA WELLNESS CENTRE Brunswick Heads COLON HYDROTHERAPY HYPERBARIC OXYGEN FAR INFRARED SAUNA REMEDIAL MASSAGE + more 66850498
TWO WINGS PSYCHOLOGY
‌feel the difference
SUZANNE BOURCHIER psychologist 02 6685 5670
• FULLY INSURED • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • FREE QUOTES
6684 4421 0402 364 852
ONE SHARE on M.O. near Kyogle. Functioning off grid system. Three 5000 gallon tanks. Large deep spring-fed dam. Two legal dwellings with separate driveways. Established fruit & nut trees. Small salt water pool. Beautifully nurturing. No poisons used. Offers above $330k. 0492201039 BAMBOO PLANTS: clumping, screening, hedging, owering gingers, bromeliads. Close to Mullum. 0458535760
MIELE WASHERS Dryers and dishwashers available at Bridglands Mullumbimby. 66842511 DAVID LOVEJOY’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.
ARCHIBALD’S CHEAP QUARRY PRODUCTS Road base, gravel, blue metal and metal dust. ALL SIZE DELIVERIES. Phone 66845517, 0418481617
WANTED LP RECORDS: good condition, no op shop crap! Ph Matt 0401955052
20 years local experience • 19 inch chipper • Stump grinding • Cherry picker • Crane truck • Bob Cat
Fully insured • Free quotes
0427 347 380
• Arborist • 15� Wood Chipper • Stump Grinder • Fully Insured Byron Bay & Surrounding Areas
TO LET BANGALOW, SMALL HOUSE to rent, part furnished. Washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, refrigerator. No outgoings. Carpets and tiles, large shower. Suit 1 person, male or female. No drugs, no smoking. $465pw. New house. Ph 0402061110
LOCAL REMOVAL
& backloads to Brisbane. Friendly, with 10 years local exp. 0409917646 Summerland Storage Bangalow From $105 to $290 mth Call GNF Bangalow 66872833 LOOKING TO RENT A HOME in a safe, quiet environment, close to town centre. Inspect this home today at Glen Villa Resort, 80 Butler Street, Byron Bay. $595pw, conditions apply.
RESIDENTIAL Mullumbimby 2 bed unit contact agent Middle Pocket 3 bed 2 bth $770 L.J. Hooker Brunswick Heads 6685 0177
GARAGE SALES
5/16 The Terrace, Brunswick Heads
FRONT YARD SALE clearing out storage shed, 41 Childe St, Belongil. Sat.
WANTED TO RENT
COMBINED SALE Barkala Ct, SGB. Sat 8am–1pm. So much to chose from!
RETIRED NURSE, 61, quiet, seeks room on casual basis. Non drinker, non smoker, exc refs, v reliable. Ph 0438550116
5 INDERWONG AVE, O/S 7.30am–12. Sat. Bigger and better than last week!
TO LEASE
Tip Runs & Rubbish Removal
KITCHEN FOR LEASE MULLUMBIMBY LEAGUES CLUB Small commercial kitchen Sit down/ takeaway/ food prep All options considered Price by negotiation Ph Chris 0423204218 O/S SHOPPING COMPLEX. 96sqm at $28/sqm plus outgoings. Inc own kitchen. Street frontage. 0413392950
6681 3140 Mobile 0417 698 227
0408 210 772
HYPNOSIS & NLP
HALLS FOR HIRE
CARAVANS
ACCESS TO ACREAGE, dwelling or not. Prefer 2x2 or 3x3 or similar. Substantial security deposit OK. Pls call 0423218417
COVID blues, anxiety, depression and isolation. Weight gain, alcohol abuse. Need Help? Call Wendy today.
BRUNSWICK HEADS SCOUT HALL for hire during school term. Avail full/half day Wed 8–5, Tues/Thurs 5.30pm–9.30pm. Email: scouts2483hallhire@gmail.com
CARAVANS We buy, sell & consign. All makes & models. 0408 758 688
POSITIONS VACANT
COORABELL HALL WEDDINGS, GIGS, CLASSES 66871307 www.coorabellhall.net
MOTOR VEHICLES
0497 090 233
www.wendypurdey.com.au
Body Based
Psychotherapy
FOR SALE LENNOX HEAD 2 auto remote roller doors & motors, as new from 2018. Exc cond, $400 ea. Inspect now. 0402691551
Somatic Practice
Julie Wells Anne Goslett (nee Mannix)
Dip.Som.Psych, Clinical PACFA Reg.
Individual and Couple Therapy Supervision and Coaching (02) 6685 5185 9 Fletcher St, Byron Bay
FIREWOOD • Fence posts • Poles • Sleepers • Sawn timber Kings Creek, Mullumbimby Mark 0427 490 038 Mon-Wed, by appointment Thurs/Fri 8am to 4pm | Sat, 8am to 3pm
WANTED!
GOOD, CLEAN CARS FOR $$ CASH $$ BARGAINS
ballinacarcentre.com.au
16 ENDEAVOUR CLOSE, BALLINA
Ballina Car Centre
DLN 19950
6686 5586 / 0418 676 274
WANTED TO LEASE
EXPERIENCED BARISTA. Mullumbimby fast-paced cafe. Minimum 3 years barista experience. Mon, Wed, Thu. Locals only. Email mullum@otherjoint.com LADIES WANTED, MUST BE 18+ Casual or permanent work available in busy adult parlour. 66816038 for details.
CAFE ALLROUNDER The Lotus Cafe at the Crystal Castle is looking for a casual experienced cafe allrounder. Please see our website Work With Us for more information and how to apply. crystalcastle.com.au/workwithus
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POSITIONS VACANT continued
BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday
Coolamon Villa, Mullumbimby
Ziggs!
Registered Nurse and Personal Care Assistants
Love the Echo crew
• Casual and Permanent Part-time positions available • Flexible rostering options – Morning, afternoon and night Coolamon Villa, located in Mullumbimby, is a thriving 54-bed residential aged care community that promotes a philosophy that recognises the value and individuality of each resident. If you have previous experience in Aged Care and have successfully completed a Bachelor of Nursing (with AHPRA Registration) or a Certificate III in Aged Care (or a willingness to undertake), we would love to hear from you. Please apply online now via jobs.catholichealthcare.com.au Successful applicants will be required to complete relevant pre-employment checks and provide evidence of right to work in Australia.
1st SAT Bruns Heads 1st SAT Alstonville
DEATH NOTICES
SALES / RETAIL MANAGER
EDNA MAY LEWIS 04/05/1916–03/09/2020
Are you a sales manager with 5 years + experience? Join our team, perm pos, 4–5 days pw. Must be avail hols & w/ends.
BUSY BYRON BAY CAFE requires competent cooks/chefs. Must have 3yrs min exp. Good pay and working conditions for suitable candidates. Pls forward CV to enniswill@yahoo.co.uk CARERS needed for quadriplegic man, exp. not necessary, training provided. Pls contact Bruce: brownbru@gmail.com LONG-TERM JOB No travellers. Experienced gardener 5 days pw for local gardening & mowing business. Must have industry experience with zero-turn mowers, hedging & detailed brushcutting. kascha@leafittous.com.au 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 office box
TUITION FRENCH • ITALIAN • GERMAN Eva 0403224842 www.languagetuitionbyron.com.au SPANISH, ITALIAN, FRENCH & MORE! www.chessandlanguageacademy.com
Adobe Tutoring Experienced Professional Trainer • Photoshop • Indesign • Illustrator contact@thinkblinkdesign.com www.thinkblinkdesign.com
MUSICAL NOTES GUITAR STRINGS, REPAIRS Brunswick Heads 66851005 QUALITY PIANOS for sale, and expert piano tuning. Ph Fred Cole 0412216019
1st SUN Byron Bay 6685 6807 1st SUN Lismore Car Boot 6628 7333 2nd SAT Flea, Byron YAC 2nd SAT Flea, Bangalow 0490 335 498 2nd SAT Woodburn 0439 489 631 2nd SUN 2nd SUN 2nd SUN 2nd SUN
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CASUAL CLEANER Newrybar. 8–12 Wed or Thurs (4hrs) fortnightly in prof couple’s home. Need: reliability, cleaning exp & attention to detail. $30ph Equip supplied. Permanents only. ross@ millsted.com.au
ARBORIST/GROUNDSPERSON Our local, 20yrs established, team is growing! Enthusiastic, experienced and capable person required. Email chris@swingtreeservice.com.au
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EXQUISITE Be impressed with my hot body and warm hands. Tweed area. 0438573677
PETS Leia is a beautiful girl but she has some trust issues. She requires a kind & patient home with no young children as she will tell you when she’s had too much attention. Leia is a loving girl and with time she will definitely relax, especially if she’s the only cat in the house and the centre of attention. To meet Leia, please visit the Cat Adoption Centre at 124 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby.
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SCOTT ANDREW PECK Late of Byron Bay & Ballina, Left us 11/9/2020, too soon. Will be missed by everyone who knew this funny, warm & helpful soul, especially Harry, Richard & Trish.
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Daryle Arthur 07.07.1940 ~ 05.09.2020 Passed away peacefully with family at his side. Much loved husband of Val. Loved father and father-in-law of Brett & Bronwyn, Greg & Debra, and Michelle & Ross. Loved Pop to Luke, Gemma, Kylie, Michael, Breanna, Brendan and Lauren. Great Poppy to Chelsea, Zephyr, Sadie and Jake. Daryle will be sadly missed by all family and friends. “Safe in the hands of Jesus”
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News sources report ukulele sales up 700 per cent, along with track pants, ice-cream and crumpets, conjuring an unattractive aesthetic. Need more discipline and organisation? That’s what this week’s Virgo new moon is for...
ARIES: With Jupiter steaming ahead in your career corner for the next three months, diligence and disciplined commitment will attract business opportunities and material support. Plus, Virgo sun and new moon make this a peak week to blitz all that overdue paperwork and admin. Stick at it and there’ll be tangible rewards.
CANCER: As Jupiter reboots relationships and presses the restart button on social and business interactions for the next three months, it makes sense to look for where you might team up for the win. Even if there’s teething problems, experiment with who and what work best for current conditions – you can tweak the details later.
TAURUS: Isn’t it lovely to be out and about in this brilliant spring sunshine? Energetic Jupiter probably has you restless and ready to romp, while Mercury could have your critical side making an unscheduled appearance. There’s usually more to any story than we know, so this week suggests treading lightly.
GEMINI: With Jupiter getting its groove on and this week’s new moon in your home zone, look at what changes you need to make there. Spring cleaning in 2020 has a different face from other years, with some things going back to how they were, others not so much. But who, if not you, loves something new?
LEO: This week’s new moon in your financial sector could bring some good news in the earning department. Well, potentially anyway – the execution’s up to you so get networking, ask around, keep an eye out for openings, blitz social media, let people know you’re available and what you have to offer.
VIRGO: This week’s sun and new moon in Virgo spotlight the start of your astrological year, Mercurians. The darkness of new moon is like a blank canvas of possibilities on which to create – it’s your personal portal for setting intentions, making wishes, and taking the first practical steps towards a new goal.
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LIBRA: As enthusiastic Jupiter renews optimism, life’s looking rosier than it has been for some time. If the new moon shines on a turning point, it needn’t be a bad thing. This is the perfect time for a life makeover and restyle, with whatever you start this week having a good chance of lasting.
CAPRICORN: Welcome to the most astrologically supported decluttering, streamlining, downsizing, spring cleaning week of the year. As Jupiter shifts your personal initiatives back into gear and growth seems increasingly possible, share those projects you’ve been brewing with the world. And remember there’s no need to attend every argument you’re invited to.
SCORPIO: Jupiter getting into gear again sets the wheels of commerce back into motion. Slow motion perhaps, but meanwhile keep in mind you don’t need a special occasion to give flowers, a gift, a compliment, or a call, rather than a text. All these contribute towards either finding your tribe or strengthening your dream team.
AQUARIUS: Jupiter’s back on the move and only three months away from booking into Aquarius for a whole annual cycle, which only happens once every twelve years. You could start prepping for this auspicious influx by restoring generosity and cooperation to any areas of life that have plateaued or shut down.
SAGITTARIUS: If you’re not moving at the same pace as others this week, or simply not getting through, it doesn’t mean they’re too slow, you’re too fast, or any other permutation of ‘not right’. Just take a dance lesson from astrology and adapt your choreography to the present rhythm and tempo.
PISCES: This week’s Mercury, sun and new moon all suggest tuning out distractions and getting stuck into something you know needs your total focus, whether it’s financial, commercial, familial, personal, relational or creative. Then you’ll have to make the choice between what’s exciting and inviting and what could actually be achievable.
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Your local Mullumbimby Community Market is on this Saturday from 8am till 2pm on the corner of Myokum and Stuart Streets in the grounds of the Mullumbimby Museum. Plants, gifts, clothing, good food and coffee available. Come down and support your local community market. No dogs please.
The Ocean Shores Garden Club is meeting on Monday, 21 September at 1.30pm at the Hub hall next to Target. Our speaker is Sami from Ocean Shores Food Culture. Phone Claire 6680 3707 for info. Visitors very welcome.
Kids holiday activities Visit Byron Bay Library to collect a Take and Make experience to do at home between September 28–October 29. We have weaving, create a comic book, and bee happy gardens kits available; one per person, first come, first served. Also in the library – become informed through our bee museum display!
AGM for RichmondTweed Family History The AGM for the Richmond-Tweed Family History Society will be held on the 3 October at the Players Theatre, Ballina at 2pm. To meet COVID-19 rules could those people intending to attend please notify Secretary Kerrie at either 6628 1324 or secretaryrtfhs1@yahoo. com.au.
Ride for Palestine Byron friends of Palestine members Gareth Smith (78) and Maxine Caron (79) will ride 40kms from Byron Bay to Mullumbimby and return on Sunday, September 20. The Big Ride for Palestine is an annual international event which raises funds for Palestinians suffering from the Israeli apartheid occupation. Donations can be made at: https://bigrideaus2020. raisely.com/.
Fire ready? The Rural Fire Service’s (RFS) Get Ready Weekend for bushfires is next weekend. Everyone is encouraged to use the Get Ready Weekend to prepare for bushfire season and start a broader conversation about being aware of and prepared for all hazards. For more information check out the RFS website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au.
BPA AGM The Bangalow Progress Association AGM, scheduled for 16 September, has been deferred until further notice.
AGM Liberation Larder Liberation Larder 2020 Annual General Meeting to be held at Fletcher St Kitchen, Byron Community Centre on 24 September from 2pm. All financial members are invited to attend. Nominations for vacant board of management positions are welcome and must be received by 17 September.
Guided relaxation Free lunch-time Yoga Nidra community class at Brunswick Heads, every Thursday 12.30–1pm (Wheel of Life Studio). This is a guided deep relaxation practice done from a lying position commonly referred to as a ‘yogic sleep’ where the body and mind have complete rest. This practice is great for busy minds and tired or sore bodies, and it promotes rejuvenation, healing, and calming of the nervous system. No experience required, just turn up. Contact Matt on 0430 008 293 or hello@sravan.com.au.
Black Summer volunteers Feedback from emergency services volunteers, staff, and their families involved in the Black Summer fires is being sought. Two forums will be held online. 17 September: Emergency services volunteers and staff who were part of the 2019–2020
bushfire response are needed to help develop support services to improve the mental fitness and wellbeing of first responders. 24 September: The partners and family members of emergency services personnel who were part of the 2019–2020 bushfire response are needed to help develop support services. Register online: www.fortemaustralia.org.au.
switching to an online format. On Sunday 20 September you can be part of exploring this year’s topical theme ‘Saving our Rainforests from Fire’. Two panel discussions facilitated by well-known ABC journalists Kerry O’Brien and Mick O’Regan. All updates including registration details for this free online event are published at www.bigscrubrainforest.org.
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We are back! The Uniting Craft and Social Group is meeting again at the Uniting Church, Carlyle Street, Byron Bay, on Mondays from 9.30am until the afternoon. Bring whatever craft you enjoy doing, and whatever you need to do it. Come and learn something different, or enjoy company for a while. COVID-19 restrictions apply. A small cost is incurred. Bring your own food and cup, plus tea and coffee. A Patchwork Group meets on Monday evenings from 6 till 9pm. Phone Tilly pm 6685 5985 or Trish on 6685 6546.
Books & Butterflies is a free weekly supported playgroup for children aged 2–5 years old, and their parents and carers. It’s running on Monday 7 September from 10.30am–12pm in Lismore and bookings are essential. For more information and to book your place, call Northern Rivers Community Gateway on 6621 7397.
BV VIEW Club Brunswick Valley VIEW Club will have a friendship morning tea on September 17 at 10am. The venue is the Summerland Farm, 253 Wardell Road, Alstonville. Numbers are limited, so book in with Pauline Bullard on 0431 262 082 to avoid disappointment.
Big Scrub Rainforest Day Join the fiery discussions to celebrate Big Scrub Rainforest Day 2020. COVID-19 means the 22nd annual event for Big Scrub Landcare is
Art grants Applications for the Country Arts Support Program (CASP) 2021 are now open for regional NSW not for profit organisations and local collectives.
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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.
Mullumbimby District Neighbourhood Centre MDNC services that are running include: Community support/emergency relief: Food parcels, meals, assistance with electricity and Telstra bills. Listening Space: free counselling. Staying Home, Leaving Violence program. Integrated Domestic & Family Violence program.
Financial Counselling: outreach available Thursdays & Fridays Financial Counselling: free service funded by the government, offering advocacy & assistance to find options to address debts. Information, referral and advocacy. To enquire about accessing any of these services call 6684 1286 or fill out an online enquiry form.
Byron Community Centre Programs include Homeless Breakfast: 7:30–9am Wednesday. Homeless Showers: Monday and Wednesday 10–12.30pm (book in at breakfast). Women’s Support and Counselling: Fridays 1–3pm in the Community Cabin. Free Phone Counselling for Byron Residents: Call 0415 322 064, 10am–2pm. Wet Weather Shelter: as required. Seniors Computer Club: Fridays 9–11am, Community Cabin. Seniors Activities including: Drumming and Chair Yoga, Tuesdays. Volunteer Hub: Volunteer referral service. Byron Community Pantry Food Delivery: Locals who are
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.
Seniors program The Byron Community Centre Seniors Programs have started again. These include: Tuesdays Seniors Drumming with Gareth Jones. Session 1 at 10.30am and session 2 at 1.30pm in the Byron Theatre, Seniors Chair Yoga at 12.00noon; Wednesdays Choir and Ukulele; and Thursdays Studio 55 Drama for Seniors. For more information visit www.byroncentre.com.au
Croquet is on Byron Bay Croquet Club has resumed play with COVID-19 awareness. Play days are Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, or by arrangement. Enquiries from new players welcome. Free lessons. Call Max for more information 0431 906 536. Pottsville
Fun Croquet Club has resumed at The Black Rocks Sports Fields (end of Overall Drive) Pottsville. We commence play at 9.30am, Tuesday and 9am Thursday. Please arrive 15 minutes before play starts. or information ring our Club Captains Pat on 0427976436 or Jean on 0431606376.
Social activities Ballina Writing workshops, meditation and Ageless Grace (seated exercise for body and brain) are being held on Wednesday mornings at the Ballina Hockey Club, Bentinck Street, Ballina. Anyone over 65 can participate. Cost $2 includes morning tea. 9am: Meditation/ Ageless Grace (alternating); 10.45am: Learn how to write a story, life history etc. In line with COVID restrictions social distancing and sanitising will be observed. Bookings essential, phone Kristen: 0419 679719.
Family History Richmond-Tweed Family History Society Inc is located at the Marie Hart Library, next to the Maritime Museum, Ballina. Opening Times are Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday 10am till 4pm. Closed Public Holidays and on the first Saturday of the month for Society general meetings. Pottsville Fun Croquet Club – add in: For information ring our Club Captains Pat on 0427976436 or Jean on 0431606376.
Lennox Lions Club prepares for annual charity golf day Ross Kendall This year the John Mitchell annual charity golf day, which attracts up to 110 players, will be raising funds for Orange Sky Australia. ‘This year has been a very hard year for our fundraising efforts, but the need for our help is always there so we are proceeding with our golf day regardless,’ organiser John Bryant said. ‘Our major event this year is aimed at providing urgent funds for the Orange Sky Australia operation, which helps
Golfers prepare to tee-off at last year’s John Mitchell charity golf day. Photo supplied give some sense of dignity to the homeless through their mobile laundry and bathing facilities,’ he said. ‘We had decided on
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helping this organisation before the current pandemic crisis, but now the task is even more urgent’. The event will be a
four-person Ambrose and is set down for Sunday 4 October, with a 12 noon tee-off. Players can come as a team or individually. Bookings via the Byron Bay Golf Club Pro Shop. ‘This event will be run with deference to COVID-19 protocols, which won’t impact on the enjoyment of the day. You are promised a fun day boosted by some great prizes to be won. But you will also be supporting our selected beneficiary,’ John said. For any enquiries call Gerard on 0419708676.
Community Visitors Scheme The Community Visitors Scheme is an empowering free service that connects volunteer visitors to senior citizens living in their own homes and in residential care. If you are a senior citizen who feels isolated and would like to safely connect to someone, call Northern Rivers Community Gateway on 6621 7397.
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Funding is available to support regional NSW community arts and cultural development through grants of up to $5,000, for projects including arts activities as part of community festivals or events, performances, exhibitions, workshops and other local arts initiatives. Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday 29 September. Applicants are required to speak with Arts Northern Rivers staff prior to submitting applications. The staff can be reached by phoning 02 6621 4433 or emailing info@artsnorthernrivers.com.au.
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Hinterland residents who recently received a Council letter from the Sustainable Environment & Economy department containing accusations, without evidence, of alleged unauthorised dwellings are encouraged to attend a public meeting at the Main Arm shop this Saturday from 3pm. Those wanting more information sooner can call 6684 515 and leave a message to get in touch with a resident who is across the issue. See page 1 and editorial, page 12. Q Q Q Q
Last week’s front page story regarding ‘illegal dwellings’ contained two errors. Former NSW MLC Jan Barham was Byron Mayor from 2004–12, not in the 1990s, and the use of the word ‘illegal’ should be instead ‘unauthorised’. Impoverished boat people seeking asylum in Australia are not ‘illegal’, for example, despite the best attempts by extremists to normalise such terms. Q Q Q Q
Complicity Theorist (noun): ‘A person who accepts the political narrative of the day unquestionably; consumes mainstream media like it was 1980; and is prone to submissiveness, outbursts of irrational fear, and public shaming of free-thinkers’. Q Q Q Q
The NSW Nationals, known for their agrarian socialism, cronyism and love of coal above farming, have, in the middle of a global pandemic, made asshats of themselves. Their leader and NSW Deputy Premier John Barilaro, folded like a cheap suit after threatening all sorts of weird things because he couldn’t kill koalas quickly enough. Friendly reminder; the local Nats rep is the meek and mild mannered Ben Franklin MP, who adheres to crazy Nationals policies because that’s what you have to do to be in power. See Mungo, page 12.
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School leavers who are planning to come to Byron Bay for their Schoolies celebration are being asked to postpone their plans by Mayor Simon Richardson, Detective Acting Superintendent, Cameron Lindsay, Tweed/Byron Police District, and Chief Executive Northern NSW Local Health District, Wayne Jones. Rules around restrictions on social gatherings are expected to still be in place in NSW for November and December this year. Mayor Simon Richardson says, ‘The ramifications for the entire state are potentially enormous should there be just one case of COVID-19 in our area as a result of uncontrolled house parties’. Q Q Q Q
Rio Tinto CEO, JS Jacques has lost his job after blowing up ancient Indigenous artefacts in WA for a mining project. According to ABC, the decision was in part because First Nations organisations and shareholders put pressure on the foreign owned corporation. Pity he keeps his severance pay… Q Q Q Q
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