DOUBLE BLIND RANDOMISED PLACEBO CONTROLLED TRIAL SINCE 1986 The Byron Shire Echo • Volume 36 #10 • August 18, 2021 • www.echo.net.au Byron locks the surf down Unclear messaging over vax rollout

Mia Armitage one in Graft on; one in Lismore at the Lismore Square Shopping ‘[That] data would be handy,’ said Centre; and another at the Tweed Pharmacy Guild of Australia NSW Mall in Tweed Heads. Branch President David Heff ernan, Meanwhile, Healthy North Coast when asked on Monday how many is responsible for a significant pharmacies in the Northern Rivers portion of the Northern Rivers had AstraZeneca vaccines available. COVID-19 vaccine roll-out, with While the NSW government Wellness Executive Director, says COVID-19 cases will continue Monica Wheeler, describing the throughout September and group as a non-government organ- October, the calls for people to ‘get isation, receiving funding from the vaccinated’ are increasing. federal government to manage the Yet the basics, such as who can get distribution of vaccines to GPs and what vaccination, when, where and other federally resourced health how in the Northern Rivers, were still services, including aged care unclear, with various peak bodies, facilities. Ironically, they may have to put up a ‘Locals Only’ sign at The Pass aft er increased traff ic at the popular surf government agencies and local pro- The federal government has also spot last Sunday. Meanwhile, two surfers were fined at Lennox over the weekend for being outside their Local viders off ering varied and constantly set up two vaccine clinics on the Government Area (LGA). Photo Jeff ‘Yokel Since 1986’ Dawson changing advice to The Echo. Northern Rivers, Ms Wheeler said, Checking the ‘find a pharmacy’ one in Murwillumbah and the other website, which off ers links to getting in Graft on. vaccinated, wasn’t much help either, As of going to press, here are Health authorities say they are prepared as Mr Heff ernan readily agreed. some of the developments around As the Delta variant moves the goal- than 20 intensive care (IC) beds including Assistants in Nursing, There were zero outlets showing the current lockdown, which is posts globally, local health authori- spread across our three major hospi- Enrolled Nurses and Registered up for COVID-19 vaccine availability expected to end on Saturday: ties say they are confident they are tals in Graft on, Lismore and Tweed, Nurses. in the Byron Shire on Monday. Q Police have increased their mask prepared for any case surge. with plans in place to surge staff ing ‘Additional training programs And it’s unclear how many Pfizer wearing compliance presence in Yet when asked how many ven- and intensive care capacity, if and were developed for nurses, vaccines have been allocated to the Mullumbimby. tilators are on hand in the region, a when required, across all our health midwives, and allied health staff , Northern Rivers, or how many have Q Health authorities reported no Northern NSW Local Health District facilities. Throughout the early stages with more than 265 staff attending been administered. cases in the Northern Rivers on spokesperson said they did not of the pandemic, we sourced addi- surge training in Intensive Care, ‘Only statewide vaccination Tuesday, despite COVID-19 traces in have that information. tional equipment, including ventila- Emergency and Immunisation numbers are provided’, said a NSW the Ballina and Lennox STPs. Acting Chief Executive, Lynne tors, in the event it’s required for any specialties to provide additional Health spokesperson, when The Q A new Lennox Head testing clinic Weir, told The Echo her department surge in intensive care patients that capacity to care for patients. Echo asked the question on Friday. opened at the QML Pathology drive has a ‘detailed escalation and surge may occur in our region. ‘In June this year, an additional That’s statewide numbers on through clinic, Epiq Sporting Field, plan for COVID-positive patients ‘From the outset of the COVID-19 staff ing allocation of 3.7FTE was AstraZeneca and Pfizer combined Hutley Street. It’s open daily from within our district’. pandemic, Northern NSW Local added to the Lismore Base Hospital too; State authorities were yet to 9am–2pm. Ms Weir says, ‘In NSW, we have a Health District has been actively Intensive Care Unit, which is cur- provide a breakdown between the Q The Qld government said on large, highly-integrated, networked increasing its staff ing and upskilling rently being recruited to. two vaccines when The Echo went Monday that essential workers health system with suff icient surge its workforce in readiness to care ‘We regularly review our stocks to press this week. needing to cross the border would capacity to ensure all patients who for COVID-19 patients in our region. and supply chains of resources, The Northern NSW Local Health have to have had at least one COVID- require intensive care will receive it’. ‘An additional 62 nurses were including PPE and pharmacy items, District have three dedicated 19 vaccine dose, with the new rules ‘In our District, there are more recruited across the District, to ensure adequate supplies’. COVID-19 vaccination clinics listed: coming into eff ect from this Friday.

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Market managers of the points so the above can be Bangalow and Byron Farm- facilitated. ers Market say both markets ‘We understand that there will be proceeding with a ‘no may be some people in our mask, no entry’ policy. community who may not be Kylie McGregor from Byron willing to comply with these Farmers Market told The Echo, safety measures. We are ‘We will also have security asking them to please respect guards in place to monitor that these measures are to both mask compliance and ensure we abide by NSW check-in procedures (we Health regulations and keep will have both QR code and our farmers’ markets open. manual check-in available)’. ‘Ultimately, these ‘We are also asking, in line measures are in place so we with NSW Health lockdown can provide a safe shopping regulations, that only one environment for our custom- person per household ers, stallholders and the attend. On top of that, we community as a whole. will have COVID-19 marshalls ‘For those not willing to patrolling throughout the abide by these regulations, Art in times of solitude market to ensure people are we kindly ask them to not social distancing. attend the market’. ‘There will be no seating The Byron Farmers Market Entries are open for the 2021 Ocean Shores Art Expo online event and in-person exhibition, to be held at the Ocean Shores provided at the markets and is held Thursday mornings Country Club on October 9 and 10. Categories include watercolour and gouache, printmaking, drawing and pastels, oil and all food will be sold only at the Cavanbah Centre, acrylic, mixed media, sculpture/3D art, photography and digital art. Prize money is $1,000 for the Vale Award, and $500 for as takeaway. Both markets while the Bangalow Farmers first, and $200 for second prize in each category. Registrations close September 1. Visit www.osartexpo.com for more info. will be cordoned off so that Market is held Saturday Pictured is Roslyn Oakes in her Murwillumbah gallery/studio, with her entry, Lilly Pad Dancer. Photo Jeff ‘Yarts’ Dawson there are only two entry/exit mornings behind the pub. Environmental impact assessment

Would you like an alternative to talking ŕĕĕĎĕĎĪşſĶŕĈſĕëƆĕĎž¨”ǖşƱ ژɎǝƺȸƏȵǣƺɀǔȒȸɵȒɖȸƬǝǣǼƳȒȸƏƳȒǼƺɀƬƺȇɎّ Aslan Shand object to ‘the current, insuf- in 2019. This review can shine risen by $1m to about $2.5m. Kitty Saleh is a social worker and therapist who ficient design of the flow path a light on the performance of ‘Despite it being advertised specialises in using drama and play therapy Management of the Byron (no design south of Ewing- the mechanical openings of by Council as a stormwater techniques with children and teens to facilitate Bay Sewage Treatment sdale Road), and strongly the Belongil. But what is really project, it is fully funded by change, healing, strength and resilience. Plant and its impacts upon object to any additional water needed is to address the big the Sewer Fund, including a Engaging in dramatherapy does not require the Belongil Estuary was flows into the system’. wet elephant on the room: the transfer of $1m to the General participants to have skills or experience in drama. thrashed out at Council’s They did, however, say input of five megalitres per Fund (the one responsible for All participants need is motivation for positive August 5 meeting, with coun- they appreciate Council’s day of treated sewage (plus stormwater)’, said Mr Dey. change and the willingness to participate. cillors deciding to undertake eff orts and support the flow more in wet weather).’ ‘The Additional Flow Path ‘a review of the current Open- path ‘in principle’. project was yet another For more information or to book a session go ing Strategy for the Belongil ‘An EIS [Environmental !şŕǖĶĈƐşĪşćŇĕĈƐĶưĕƆ of Council’s own. It was ICOLL to determine whether Impact Statement] should Mr Dey points out that self-approved under the ɯɯɯ٫ȵǼƏɵǣȇǕǔȒȸȸƺƏǼ٫ƬȒȅ٫Əɖ٫ڳɎȒ it is impacting adversely on be required before any Council staff say in their com- Infrastructure SEPP (like the upstream lands within the upgrades/expansions to the ments on NoM 9.8, that man- Belongil rockwall, and the Drainage Union catchment STP’, the Board says. agement objectives within the Byron bypass). and/or flooding issues within Hydrologist and Greens Entrance Opening Strategy Mr Dey added, ‘Presenta- the Byron Bay township.’ Mayor aspirant, Duncan Dey, conflict with each other, as tion to the public as a storm- Waste water volumes agrees with the Board and they attempt to maintain water project and design that from the STP are estimated told The Echo, ‘Integration is natural processes, and at the did not examine 100-year The Byron Shire Echo to be up to five megalitres a what is needed here’. same time, limit inundation flood scenarios must have Volume 36 #10 • August 18, 2021 day, and have been an issue He said, ‘The current on agricultural land. been to protect residents of Established 1986 • 24,500 copies every week for more than ten years. Entrance Opening Strategy ‘Interestingly, the Addi- the A&I Estate from the truth; www.echo.net.au They have led to fish kills, (EOS) is one of Council’s tional Flow Path project was that treated sewage will reach Phone: 02 6684 1777 Melaleuca tree dieback, ero- newest strategies – studies for Report 13.27 to that Council their streets in extreme wet Editorial/news: [email protected] sion of the Union Canal, and its creation were undertaken meeting. Its cost has just weather’. Advertising: [email protected] according to landholders and Off ice: Village Way, Stuart Street, environmentalists, long-term Mullumbimby NSW 2482 flooding of farmers’ fields, General Manager Simon Haslam rendering them useless for !şŔŔƖŕĶƐƷīſëŕƐƆşŕşǔĕſĪſşŔm—!D Editor Hans Lovejoy either cropping or grazing. Locally based philanthropic on social, economic, support services for those Deputy Editor Aslan Shand Despite the ecological organisation, Northern cultural and/or educational most vulnerable. Photographer Jeff Dawson Nicholas Shand Advertising Manager Angela Harris 1948–1996 impacts, Council proposes to Rivers Community Founda- disadvantage in our region, The grants round closes Production Manager Ziggi Browning Founding Editor increase the STP flow up to tion (NRCF), is off ering supporting the conservation on Monday, September 6. The Echo acknowledges the people of the Bundjalung nation as the traditional ten megalitres a day, as part streams of funding for its of our natural environment, Enquiries can be directed custodians of this land and extends respect to elders past, present and future. of the additional flow path 2021 community grants. supporting smaller com- to NRCF’s Community Disclaimer: The Echo is committed to providing a voice for our whole (overland flow route) project. Co-organisers say, in munity organisations in their Impact Off icer, Kyla White, at community. 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Strip search class action launched Seniors speak of lockdown angst Law firm Slater and Gordon, don’t face any financial risks and Redfern Legal Centre are by being part of [this] case… Mirembe Campbell with launching a class action for People who have been unlaw- Mia Armitage those who were searched by fully searched have a right to NSW Police while entering compensation for what has We heard a lot about elderly the Splendour in The Grass happened to them’. Australians when the festivals from 2016–19. For more info visit www. pandemic first emerged 18 According to www.slater- slatergordon.com.au/ months ago, and for all the gordon.com.au, ‘Registration class-actions/current-class- worst reasons: they were is free and confidential’, and, actions/nsw-strip-search- dying of COVID-19 in aged ‘Class action participants class-action. care. But what’s it like when you’re a senior living in a Michael Borenstein Pippy Wardell Alex Benham regional community, under increasing travel restrictions seniors with underlying daughter in Melbourne and Mr Benham and Ms and, more recently, an medical conditions, but for a son in Sydney, but we’ve Wardell agreed. extended lockdown? everyone it’s about ‘isola- not seen them for almost ‘They could have put Before the pandemic, tion and the impacts on two years’, Mr Benham said, checkpoints on the two roads governments were funding mental health’. adding his sympathy for out of Sydney coming north, tech 101 classes for seniors Recently retired Byron families separated by global but they didn’t’, Ms Wardell to help them learn online Community Centre’s Seniors travel restrictions. said. ‘They left us wide open; basics such as email, social Program Co-ordinator, Pippy ‘People need to stop think- I’m disgusted and upset’. media, and how to set up a Wardell, has lived in the Shire ing they’re more important As if worrying about MyGov account. for 15 years and agreed that than everyone else, thinking health and social isolation Now, our seniors are social activities were impor- they can do whatever they wasn’t enough, financial expected to fill out border tant for seniors’ mental health. like’, Mr Benham said. ‘These stress was also impacting pass applications online, use recently extended lockdowns Byron’s seniors. QR codes on smart phones Active seniors are causing more problems ‘Lockdowns are exhaust- and in some cases, see a ‘Seniors in Byron Shire are for everyone’. ing my funds,’ Ms Wardell doctor via tele-health. mostly very active; they’re said, ‘many of us are afraid ‘The pandemic’s changed professionals who’ve been Govt led confusion of losing our homes, of not Adrian Howe things forever,’ retired very successful and moved up Professor of Global having enough to eat and Licensed Real Estate Agent Known For: Mullumbimby Primary here when downsizing from Health, Thespina Yemanis, at not being able to survive’. •Professional Service School Principal, volunteer the cities, or they’re here to American University School Q Mirembe Campbell and •Database reach of National and International buyers firefighter and theatre enthu- live better and be more crea- of International Service, Mia Armitage are BayFM •Negotiating record sales in prestige and lifestyle properties siast, Alex Benham, says. tive’, Ms Wardell said. says inconsistent, vague or members. Full interviews are •Expansive knowledge of the Northern Rivers Market Mr Benham has lived in ‘Lockdowns and other unrealistic health messaging on Community Newsroom the Byron Shire for 35 years, restrictions feel absolutely from governments creates via www.bayfm.org.au. and said he used to have atrocious’, she said, ‘I know confusion. Q Photos by Jeff Dawson 0477 222 457 meet ups aft er golfing tour- some seniors are staying Confusion has been an naments where he’d have a indoors trembling with fear, ongoing complaint in Aus- drink and chat. but most of us are in shock, tralia’s pandemic, with the ‘But that hasn’t happened no one knows what to do’. Byron Shire no exception. Speak up for two years, and theatre is ‘The worst thing for Mr Borenstein accused the TAKE OUR SURVEY non-existent,’ Mr Benham said. seniors is isolation, espe- NSW government of having President of Drill Hall cially not being able to see ‘too many loopholes’ in its Theatre Company, Michael children and grandchildren’, recent travel restrictions for Borenstein, has lived in the Ms Wardell said, with Mr Sydneysiders. Shire for 40 years, and said Borenstein proving her point ‘They should have been he was used to organising by saying the most diff icult in hard lockdown, when the numerous social events, thing for him was an inability virus was first detected’, Mr including a local dance group to see his grandchildren. Borenstein said. ‘Look what called ‘Old Men Dancing’. ‘It’s really aff ecting me’, Mr happened recently with Mr Borenstein said the Borenstein said. Mr Benham the person coming up from eff ects of COVID-19 were shared a similar lamentation. Sydney to ostensibly check ‘especially frightening’ for ‘It’s very hard, we’ve got a out real estate’.

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Good health and good health services are essential. Let’s make them even better. If you live on the NSW North Coast, we want to hear from you. Tell us about your health OPEN and service experiences in your town. Together, Funds raised for fest UNTIL we can make a positive difference. 16 SEP Find out more at hnc.org.au/speakup To support the Byron Writers Festival in the face of this year’s cancellation, the Book Room Collective held a festival weekend event, where ten per cent of all sales at both Byron and The 2021 Speak Up health needs assessment Lennox shops were donated. The Book Room Collective’s John Mitchell told The Echo, survey is a Healthy North Coast initiative delivered through our PHN Program. ‘We raised over $2,000, which we will gift to the writers festival’. *Terms and conditions apply. See link for details. Photo Jeff ‘Wormed On Books Since 1986’ Dawson www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo3 Local News North Coast news online mžÉīşưƐLşƖƆĶŕī¨ëƆŊĪşſĈĕëưşĶĎƆëǔşſĎëćĶōĶƐƷ Mia Armitage his staff say the minister is and representatives from plans to prevent dwellings dwellings approved, but the residential land in his LGA to unavailable. community groups, the being turned into holiday- land had been owned for supply housing for the next Questions remain unan- Headed by town planner housing, not-for-profit and letting businesses instead years by two separate inves- twenty years. swered around what Garry Fielding, the Taskforce development sectors, Local of being used for long-term tors who had not developed. As recently as Monday, benefit, if any, a NSW meetings, due to happen Aboriginal Land Councils, housing; nor whether there a 96-hectare parcel of land government led Regional in Ballina this week, were business groups and mem- are any plans to address Land banking was advertised online for Housing Taskforce will be to shortened and shifted online. bers of the public to identify so-called ‘land banking’. Lismore City Mayor sale in Tyagarah with the real those who find themselves According to www. barriers in the planning Land banking is where Vanessa Ekins said entire estate agency saying it could without affordable housing planningportal.nsw.gov.au, system to housing supply developers lock up land to housing estates had been be developed for housing or in regional NSW. ‘Throughout August 2021 and affordability’. sell at a later, more profit- approved in her LGA without ‘land-banked’. Repeated requests for an the taskforce is conducting a Yet there is no information able, time. being started, while Ballina The NSW government’s interview with NSW Plan- major listening exercise with regarding future government/ Tweed Shire Council councillor Ben Smith told Regional Housing Taskforce ning Minister Rob Stokes a series of virtual roundtable council investment in social revealed earlier this year it The Echo, staff had found follows the Housing 2041 Strat- have been unsuccessful; events to hear from councils housing; how the government had up to 13,000 residential enough already-zoned egy, launched in early May. Vale Dean Trevaskis Molly Trevaskis

This past Friday, surrounded by family, Dean Trevaskis passed away peacefully. Dean had been fighting stage four brain cancer (glioblastoma) since November last year.    Dean grew up in Sheppar- ton, Victoria, and family was always important to him. His dad passed away      at age 54 from cancer. His mum Janis Trevaskis is still Dean Trevaskis in Shepparton, and he has sisters Kerri and Jayde. occasionally write union Dean worked really hard to stories for the sports pages always check in on them, of The Echo. and update them with how Dean was always a pas- everything was going. sionate writer, bush poet Dean studied nursing and storyteller, which he has at La Trobe University in passed on well to me. Melbourne, and then went Another place he loved into psych nursing. was the Ocean Shores Coun- He did that for 20 years, try Club. It was like Dean’s and worked in some of the second home. biggest psychiatric hospitals I remember him going in the world, including there at every chance he Broadmoor in England, could and coming home in where he looked after people the middle of the night with like Peter Sutcliffe, the ‘York- a big grin on his face. shire Ripper’. He was so proud to call it his club, and I know he is up Love of journalism there now, very proud. But his biggest passion Dean established a local was journalism and writing. business, Deeper Water He often wished that he did Cleaning, from the ground that instead of nursing. up, ten years ago. Dean and Suez got married He always employed local 22 years ago, and have been people and many disadvan- living in Ocean Shores for the taged people. past 12 years. His business ethics were Dean was always passion- strong and he was loved by ate about trying to help other his employees as much as his people. friends and respected by his His goal was to make customers. everyone else happy.      He always loved to hear Kookaburra me (his daughter) sing as Before he passed, Deano well, and because we used told us all that he was coming         to do bush poetry together, back as a kookaburra, and            !  he always wanted me to turn now we have been hearing one of his poems into a song. them everywhere. So, keep We learnt guitar together your ears out, he might be   "   #$%&& as well, which was difficult coming for a little visit. because he was tone-deaf, as Dean Trevaskis leaves '  %% (" '     " )"  well as being actually deaf. behind his wife Suzette, his Dean was always a big children, Molly, Jimmy, and supporter of the Moonshin- Courtney, his mother Janis ers Rugby Club. He used Trevaskis and sisters Kerri            to play for the team, and and Jayde.

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DOCTORS Senior Counsel eviscerates Council planning errors Dr Anthony Solomon Dr Rob Trigger Dr Bettie Honey Recent advice from Tim consent. No BDAR has been RƺƏǼɎǝ Dr Mann Ying Lim Robertson, one of Australia’s prepared and no concur- ƏȇƳ Dr Meera Perumalpillai-McGarry most senior environmental rence has been given’. OSTEOPATHS barristers, is that Byron SC Robertson also finds Paul Orrock áƺǼǼƫƺǣȇǕ Bimbi Gray Council acted illegally when it that the ‘Sustainability zoned part of Linnaeus Estate management plan’ in the NATUROPATH for mixed use development. development application Ayesha Amos Established in 1996, Lin- contains no measures to 3URYLGLQJFRPSUHKHQVLYHPHGLFDOFDUHIRU AUDIOLOGIST naeus Estate is a 111 hectare remove threats of serious \RXUKHDOWKDQGZHOOEHLQJZHRIIHU Chris Adelaide gated community located environmental damage, WHOHKHDOWKWRHOLJLEOHSDWLHQWV on rare littoral rainforest Photo www.linnaeus.com.au to maintain habitats, or 6KLUOH\6W adjoining the beach between to monitor and review the %\URQ%D\ Broken Head and Lennox Estate for mixed use were In his 40 page document, eff ects of the proposed 3KRQH Head. It is bounded by the not validly made. SC Robertson says, ‘The development on the natural Broken Head Nature Reserves This is the latest in an eco-tourism proposal is not environment. k znXz0 and the Cape Byron Marine ongoing dispute between for the purpose of education. There is no undertaking ȇȒȸɎǝƬȒƏɀɎȅƺƳǣƬƏǼƬƺȇɎȸƺِƬȒȅِƏɖ National Park and contains residents and the prospective It is for tourism with an to prepare a vegetation abundant wildlife, including property developer Brandon educational “experience” as management plan for the threatened species. Saul, who represents wealthy a fringe benefit’. site as a whole. Such a plan Senior Counsel (SC) landowners pushing to should already lie before the Robertson’s Memorandum construct an exclusive tourist No BDAR report consent authority. of Advice concludes that resort, restaurant and bar, He notes that the law Robertson finds the DA’s an application to develop a wellness spa, parking lot, requires development appli- proposals ‘too inchoate’, eco-tourism facilities on and more than 30 exclusive cations to be accompanied or rudimentary, to meet Linnaeus is prohibited and cabins, treehouses and other by a Biodiversity Assessment some of the stringent tests not permissible. buildings on the property. Report (BDAR) if the pro- required by law. Dr Marcus O’Meara B.D.S, According to the advice According to the DA, posed development is likely Claims by SC Robertson Dr Lou Barr B.D.S, The Echo provided to , he the proposal includes the to significantly aff ect threat- were put to Council staff , Caitlin Wilkie B.O.H. finds that even if it were destruction of Nationally ened species or ecosystems. who replied in part that Rachel Andersson B.O.H. permissible, it is nonetheless Critically Endangered Lit- Robertson SC contends ‘Council has obtained legal illegal for either Byron Shire toral Rainforest to make way the consent authority has advice, which is privileged’. Council or the Northern for buildings. no power to grant consent They added the inde- Regional Planning Panel The project is opposed by in its absence. He concludes: pendent long-awaited

(NRPP) to grant consent to many Byron residents, along ‘….[if] the proposed develop- review of the Linnaeus audit This is a carbon positive practice. the application. with the major shareholder ment is likely to significantly report had been delayed He further finds that the of Linnaeus Estate, who com- aff ect threatened species, owing to ‘consultant avail- 59/1 Porter Street, Byron Bay, NSW 2481 planning instruments which missioned the study by SC then the consent authority ability and ongoing COVID-19 02 6694 3083 zoned part of Linnaeus Robertson. has no power to grant restrictions’.

www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo5 North Coast News North Coast news online Controversial Iron Gates Masterplan withdrawn News from across the Aslan Shand According to advice provided statement telling the public North Coast online to Richmond Valley Council, what has happened to the The developer behind the those Court Orders are still development. www.echo.net.au controversial large Iron outstanding. ‘At the very least those Gates development at Evans Further unauthorised who had made submissions Elliot launches Head has withdrawn its clearing took place at the site regarding the proposal Masterplan (MP). in 2016. should have been informed ‘urgent’ petition For decades, locals have The legislation under about the withdrawal of the for border zone been opposing the proposal, which the current DA was Masterplan and the reasons which is currently a 184 lot submitted in 2015 requires for that withdrawal,’ he said. Member for Richmond, Justine Elliot, has launched an urgent subdivision, including 175 that a Masterplan is com- Dr Gates said that it was petition to the NSW Premier residential lots, and three pleted in conjunction with it. understandable that the Gladys Berejiklian calling on residue lots. The MP went on exhibition on Masterplan was withdrawn as her to take up the offer from Since the mid 90s, owner/ the Department of Planning, it contained ‘many shortcom- the Qld Government to estab- developer Graeme Ingles has Industry and Environment A section of the Iron Gates site at Evans Head that was ings’ as a planning document. lish a border zone on the NSW cleared in 2016 without approvals. Photo supplied North Coast. been attempting to develop (DPIE) website on February the site, through a range of 24, 2016; however, it has now Court orders different companies. been withdrawn with no for the development’ with development. It’s almost ‘The land for the COVID sewage The DA went to the Land public announcement by the ‘All enquiries regarding the two years since we heard development is still, inter detections at and Environment Court proponent of the DPIE. masterplan’ to be ‘directed anything, yet a number of alia, the subject of Land & (L&EC) in 1997, and the Court Richmond Valley Council’s to the Northern Region Office us made comprehensive Environment Court Orders Lennox Head and removed development DA Tracker shows the last of the Department’. submissions about both the for remediation, a planning Ballina consent for the development, data entry for the current Dr Richard Gates from DA and the Masterplan which nightmare for bushfire owing to the serious breaches DA was September 2019 Evans Head Residents deserve a reply’. risk, part of a government- After fragments of the virus that causes COVID-19 were detected of the development applica- and Council’s website is for Sustainable Develop- ‘This controversial devel- identified wildlife corridor at Lennox Head and Ballina tion (DA) by the developer. still spruiking an amended ment Inc. says that ‘it was opment has cost ratepayers that should be preserved, sewage treatment plants, It was also ordered to development application particularly disappointing and taxpayers a great deal of and a major intact coastal Northern NSW Local Health do approximately two (DA2015/0096) advising that that both State and local money, time and effort. To Aboriginal Cultural Heritage District is urging people with million dollars worth of ‘prior to the determination governments have failed to retain confidence in the plan- Landscape that should be even the mildest of symptoms retained for future genera- to get tested. remediation at the site, of the DA’, the NSW DPIE keep the public informed of ning process in NSW there which has never been done. ‘must endorse a masterplan the status of the Iron Gates should have been a timely tions (Riebe, 2016).’ 12 social housing units for Lismore Damning ‘death tracks’ report released on greyhound racing While a strategic federal and state government strategy Eve Jeffery Inquiry’, she says. gambling profits,’ she said. needs to be developed to provide affordable, social and ‘There is a failure by ‘There are no safe grey- sustainable housing, the addition A NSW specific ‘death the NSW Government and hound tracks. Ending grey- of 12 extra social housing units tracks’ report, compiled and GRNSW to progress the hound racing, injuries and in Lismore has been welcomed. released by the Coalition for commissioned study, findings deaths starts with us, and will the Protection of Greyhounds and recommendations from be the catalyst for change HEMP Party (CPG), has evidenced shock- the University of Technology across NSW and Australia. ing industry data confirming Sydney report into track ‘No amount of political looks to remove an alarming increase in design and safety’. spin can obscure the indus- ‘Marijuana’ from NSW greyhound racing track ‘The 30 million dollars try’s own damning statistics. deaths and injuries. of public money invested Between January and June the title Animal Liberation’s Lisa towards track safety in 2017 2021, NSW greyhound racing Founded in 1993, the Help Ryan says, ‘NSW racetracks was not fully expended resulted in a marked increase End Marijuana Prohibition are not just killing more and provides, at best, in deaths and injuries across (HEMP) Party has a number greyhounds compared to cosmetic and meaningless all categories (36 deaths of policies that centre around the re-legalisation of cannabis 2020, but also injuring more Greyhound racing. Photo Animal Liberation improvement in track safety and 1521 injuries), and for personal, medicinal and dogs, with an increase in and preventing greyhound we know their final injury industrial uses in Australia. all racing injury categories, and Innovation Minister, ‘The NSW Coalition deaths and injuries.’ fate will remain largely with 1521 total injuries, 268 Kevin Anderson, have proven Government’s has failed to Federal Richmond Greens undocumented’. Govt cancels major injuries and 97 life- inaccurate and unreliable. implement promised welfare candidate, Mandy Nolan, The entire report threatening injuries’. He previously claimed the reforms emanating from the says, ‘Things have to change can be viewed at www. in-person Ms Ryan says past claims industry has high welfare and government’s own 2016/2017 now. Animals are not here greyhoundcoalition.com/ Northern Rivers by NSW Better Regulation track safety standards. Greyhound Reform Panel for our entertainment or lethal-tracks-nsw-update. housing crisis meetings Casino pharmacy delivering AZ vax The state government’s regional housing taskforce Mia Armitage those in their early sixties, Ms supervised online screen- meetings due to happen in FURNITURE Beckenham said. ing process to determine Ballina next week have been A pharmacy in Casino is one Ms Beckham also said informed consent, Ms shortened and shifted online. of the first in the Northern another fifteen people were Beckham said. Rivers to start offering the booked in for the next day Any pharmacy worker $900,000 worth of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine and that the pharmacy can undergo the training DONATIONS cocaine located during the latest lockdown. would try to accommodate necessary to guide custom- also homewares and Vaccine-administering walk-in requests, but it ers through the informed PLEASE electrical, manchester, during vehicle pharmacist Kellie Becken- would be ‘preferable to consent process, but only and clothing. stop – Bonville ham said she’d given out her book in, especially during qualified vaccine administer- first eleven COVID-19 vac- lockdown’. ing pharmacists can evaluate GLOBAL RIPPLE OP SHOP A man has been charged after cines on Monday at McDon- She confirmed the the results. 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HOLISTIC CLINICAL Funds help vollies protect hinterland’s biodiversity PSYCHOTHERAPY Volunteer-run Goonengerry Opening special until August 31st, 2021 and Wilsons Creek-Huon- Based in Anthroposophy and utilising brook Landcare groups have EMDR and Brainspotting therapies for secured a further $330,000 excellent results with minimal re-exposure. in two grants to improve, I specialise in all forms of trauma, and family guidance and mentoring. restore, and protect parts of ZOOM SESSIONS ONLY. the Byron Shire hinterland’s Call Anne on 0466 599 837. biodiversity values. E [email protected] Goonengerry Landcare SPECIAL RATES: $100 hr / $140 11/2 hrs Group grants manager, Alan Medicare Rebates not accepted. Goldstein told The Echo, ‘The grants align with this year’s Environmental Trust theme of climate change mitigation and adaptation’. He says, ‘Bushland dominated by lantana and camphor laurel will be converted to diverse subtropical rainforests, con- tinuing expansion and con- Dr Barbara Stewart, president of Wilsons Creek-Huonbrook Landcare, with Goonengerry nection in the surrounds of Landcare Group grants manager, Alan Goldstein. Photo Jeff Dawson Nightcap, Mount Jerusalem, and Goonengerry National Wilsons Creek-Huonbrook Parks. The grants are part Landcare, says, ‘The Novem- of the NSW Environmental ber 2019 bushfires brought !şƖŕĈĶōǕŕĕƆžƖǔşōŊōëŕĎşƱŕĕſ Trust’s Restoration and the reality of climate change ĪşſĈƖƐƐĶŕīĎşƱŕƐſĕĕƆ Rehabilitation 2020 program, right into the rainforest and will run for four years valleys of Wilsons Creek A Suff olk Park property development application for starting in November 2021. and Huonbrook, and our owner has been convicted a swimming pool, and when ‘Together, the two pro- worksites include directly and fined $30,000, say Coun- staff inspected the site of the jects provide value at over fire aff ected vegetation. cil staff , for cutting down proposed pool they noticed $1.2m when grant monies ‘In addition, we have three mature trees. that three trees had been cut are added to contributions plans for removing obvious Staff say, ‘Two of the trees down. The property owner of cash and in kind works by fire hazards, in particular were mature coastal cypress was issued with three $3,000 volunteers, landholders, and bamboo and slash pine. pines which formed part of on-the-spot fines, but the project partners’. ‘These species have little an endangered ecological property owner elected to Meanwhile, Dr Barbara or no biodiversity value and community. In September have the matter dealt with in Stewart, president of are highly flammable’. 2020, Council received a the Local Court’.

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www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo7 Local News North Coast news online ‘Unlawful’ forest agreements head to court Tenant and landlord Aslan Shand NSW governments in 2000, assessments of key environ- climate change might mean and was renewed in 2018 for mental matters as required for our forest ecosystems in support extended Environmentalists are another 20 years, with five by law’. the future’. The NSW government says the option to apply for the challenging what they refer year rolling extensions that NEFA spokesperson Susie Meanwhile, federal its Residential Tenancy COVID-19 land tax benefit, to as the ‘rubber stamped’ could continue indefinitely. Russell said ‘We say there was Nationals Senator Perin Support package ‘will now instead of applying for the ongoing destruction of forest The North East Forest no assessment of the impact Davey has attacked the be paid for a second month, Residential Tenancy Support ecosystems of the north east Alliance (NEFA) and the Envi- of climate change on the for- EDO as delaying ‘resource and eligible landlords can Payment, which is an off set of NSW forests from Sydney to ronmental Defenders Off ice ests. This is despite the Com- projects and tarnishing now apply for up to $3,000 to the land tax liability equal to the Qld border. (EDO) say they are taking the monwealth having access to, legitimate industries that cover the two months from the rent reduction granted. The North East Regional federal government to court. and publishing its own, mate- support jobs’. July 14, 2021, assuming they ‘Eligible COVID-19 Forest Agreement (RFA) NEFA President Dailan rials about the current science Senator Perin said, ‘Activ- have reduced rent for their impacted residential tenants exempts logging in native for- Pugh says, ‘NEFA will argue – science that warns about ists are welcome to pay for tenant by at least that much’. who cannot meet their ests from federal biodiversity that when the Prime Minister the eff ects climate change has their own lawfare but should Minister for Better Regula- residential rent payments law. It was originally signed executed the varied RFA, already had on the Australian not be assisted by taxpayer tion and Innovation Kevin will be protected from evic- between the federal and he did not have regard to natural environment and what funding’. Anderson added ‘Landlords tion during the moratorium who have already applied can period commencing from 14 make an additional applica- July and finishing at the end tion and those who are yet of September 11, 2021’. to apply will be able to make For more information visit one application for the total www.fairtrading.nsw.gov. amount of rent waived, up to au/resource-library/publica- $1,500 a month’. tions/coronavirus-covid-19/ ‘Landlords will also have property/moratorium. Water compliance job goes to former Nats MP Former Nationals MP and investigate and enforce non- police off icer, Troy Grant, compliance through audits has become the Inspector- and investigations’. General of Water Compliance While the National Party for the Commonwealth in a has been embroiled in water formal capacity. theft and mismanagement A National Party press accusations, Mr Grant quit release says he had been politics in 2018 aft er his party acting in the role since faced an historic loss in the December 16, 2020. Orange by-election to the The press release says, Shooters, Fishers and Farm- ‘The role of Inspector-General ers Party, which was widely is a regulatory role aimed at attributed to backlash against ensuring consistent, trusted the government’s bungled and transparent manage- greyhound racing ban and ment, with the ability to forced council mergers. REGULAR ONLINE COLUMN FROM THE INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVE

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www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo9 Comment North Coast news online Navigating the laws around vax passports Marco Rizzi & Katie Attwell to discrimination. The mandate must not providing vaccines when enacting such discriminate, and therefore exemptions mandates on clients. In the case of vaccine everal jurisdictions overseas have must be available for those who cannot be mandates for employees, however, the The Byron Shire Echo introduced vaccine requirements vaccinated for medical reasons. duty to provide vaccines is much higher. Volume 36 #10 • August 18, 2021 S for entry into public and private There is no protection under Australian Accordingly, it is heartening that compa- spaces such as schools, restaurants, public law, however, for ‘discrimination’ against nies introducing employee mandates are venues, and for domestic travel. people who are opposed to vaccination taking steps to ensure their workers have Attention is turning to whether these because of their personal beliefs. easy and funded vaccine access. It would Real men don’t harm others policies would work in Australia and at Countries like France and Italy have be great to see more companies doing this what point they might be introduced. dealt with vaccine refusal by enabling without introducing mandates first. Standing at a public urinal in Mullumbimby last week, An important consideration is whether people to show proof of a recent negative Despite the fact that private sector I found myself face-to-face with a small poster stuck to the the mandates are seeking to protect COVID-19 test as an ‘opt-out’ measure to mandates may be easier to introduce, the wall: ‘Real men don’t wear masks’. people against COVID-19 transmission in the vaccine mandate. complexity of exemptions and enforcement Maybe the message was intended to elicit a wry chuckle, key sectors or spaces, or whether govern- This is good behavioural science, since leads us to prefer government mandates. and its stupidity was actually ironic. But it was neatly printed ments are using them as a lever to push up it makes the option available – albeit Our research shows Australians are and who spends money on promoting their sense of irony? vaccine rates in the population at large. more burdensome than the default of broadly supportive of vaccine mandates, No, alas, this was a genuine communication from the While both can be legitimate, they are vaccination. and our recent unpublished work indicates bottom of the rabbit hole. For the last few months The different policy goals and governments Private sector vaccine mandates are they prefer vaccine passports to other Echo has been earnestly publishing factual articles about need to be transparent about which one also feasible in Australia for COVID-19 and kinds of mandates (such as punishments or COVID-19 in an effort to counter the fictional ones that swarm they are pursuing. other diseases. These mandates can apply financial incentives). around social media. Israel, the first jurisdiction to introduce a to workers, clients, or both, provided However, the high levels of support Still guided by the European Enlightenment of over two vaccine passport, has utilised this measure they align with existing employment and for government mandates we saw in our hundred years ago, which discovered that science is better intermittently, depending on the transmis- consumer laws. survey last year may not be the same now, than superstition, we have assumed that the false will not sion risk and coverage rates. This suggests Unlike in the US, where many major given public perceptions of the govern- survive exposure to the true. People can be misinformed if the government has used it as a strategy companies are mandating COVID-19 vac- ment’s vaccine rollout failure. they have no opportunity to correct their misinformation, to increase vaccine coverage overall. cines for employees, the measure is still Australians may be less trusting of but if the truth is available, who would cling to falsehood? EU countries are also utilising vaccine framed in Australia as a possible exception government, and therefore, less supportive It turns out that quite a lot of people would. Naïve passports, but they have had design and to the general rule. of government-mandated vaccinations. rationalists think that an incontrovertible argument wins implementation issues. However, this could become more This demonstrates that the obstacles to them the case. But an incontrovertible argument merely puts Despite ongoing protests to the widespread in Australia after the Fair Work the introduction of vaccine passports are you in a particular camp, the one that your antagonists have measures in France, and to a lesser extent Commission ruled, in several cases this not only legal, but highly political. marked as their enemy. They have a different set of ‘facts’ Italy, surveys show the majority of people year, that it was reasonable for employers To appear legitimate, a mandate needs and their camp is not defined by rationalism. in both countries approve of the measures. in the aged care and child care sectors to to serve clearly articulated public health The ‘real man’ who stuck his poster at eye-level on the They have also led to a rapid increase in insist on flu vaccinations for staff. goals and be proportionate. (In particular, toilet wall is not going to be persuaded by epidemiology. bookings for vaccinations. Unsurprisingly, it looks like the Fair it has to be effective, reasonable and with- His belief is not scientific, although he may try to defend it New York City has also mandated vac- Work Ombudsman may be open to a tiered out a less invasive alternative available.) with pseudo-scientific ideas. cination for certain public spaces — the system of employment mandates. Mandates can be good public policy It is a statement of identity: he belongs to the group that first government in the US to do so. There Mandates may be easier to establish when they are appropriately designed and asserts the value of personal freedom above the value of is a legal basis to do so: the Supreme Court, and implement in the private sector defensible from ethical and epidemio- public health. Not wearing a mask tells you what side he ruled in 1905, that states could require because companies are generally subject logical perspectives. These attributes are is on. residents to be vaccinated against small- to less scrutiny and accountability than largely within government control. That side is actually quite diverse; it consists, among pox or be fined. governments. They can also rely on argu- However, when governments do not others, of anti-vaxxers, science contrarians, sovereign There is scope for Australian govern- ments about their duty of care to workers take sufficient action to address hesitancy citizens, conspiracy theorists, and people who believe in the ments to impose a similar ‘vaccine and clients. in the community, this can create the healing blood of Christ. passport’. International research also shows the conditions that make mandates appear Politically speaking, this side is most comfortable on the It’s important to bear in mind this kind private sector is highly trusted, and this can attractive or necessary. Our research shows far right, and to see where that leads it is only necessary to of mandate is very different from forced provide a useful anchor if companies ask this was the case in Italy with childhood look at the United States: COVID-19 cases and deaths are now vaccination (where an individual is forcibly their workers or clients to vaccinate. (There vaccines. approaching last year’s levels, but this time it is mainly Fox inoculated). Rather, mandates create a is a difference, of course, between provid- The danger here is that all roads News viewers, Trump voters and Christian fundamentalists set of negative consequences in cases of ing vaccinations at a workplace or request- automatically lead to mandates, without who are affected. noncompliance. ing it of employees, and demanding it!) governments first exhausting other impor- These right-wingers in Republican states are ‘owning the The most obvious example in Australia Moreover, private companies lack some tant strategies to encourage vaccinations. Liberals’ by refusing to get vaccinated. And by dying. is the ‘No Jab, No Play’ policies that restrict of the constraints that governments face. Excellent public communications targeted One may feel a sneaking glee at such people removing access to childcare in most states for chil- Government vaccine mandates must be to specific groups, and making access themselves from the gene pool, but in our neighbourhood dren who are not fully immunised. linked to other conditions for which gov- to vaccines as easy as possible, are two they don’t just damage themselves. In the same vein, COVID-19 vaccination ernments are responsible and accountable, no-brainers. Until the federal government organises a competent could be made mandatory for specific such as the available supply of vaccines. Q Article first published at vaccine roll-out and most of the population is protected, purposes, such as access to certain public A broad-based government mandate in www.theconversation.com. flouting the COVID-19 lockdown rules is not a philosophical or private spaces, travel, or certain types of the absence of adequate supply could be protest, it is simply an act of malevolence. employment, such as the pending vaccine subject to court challenge and risk being Q Marco Rizzi is Senior Lecturer in Law, Real men don’t harm others. requirement for aged care workers. political suicide. at The University of Western Australia, David Lovejoy, Echo co-founder From a legal perspective, the key limita- By contrast, private entities do not and Katie Attwell is Senior Lecturer at The News tips are welcome: [email protected] tion for government mandates pertains share the same level of responsibility for University of Western Australia.

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60–80 species of birds in as short as a four hour visit. The greatest number we have recorded in four hours was 109 species. This high species number reflects the quality of the wetlands as a breed- ing, foraging and roosting site – a biodiverse hotspot. Now, the proposed indus- trialisation through the con- struction and operation of a Bioenergy Facility will inflict lasting negative pressure on this site forever. An increase of at least 10 big trucks a day, BYRON BAY PORK & and as David Lisle said in his article (Echo 4 August), ‘that MEATS BUTCHERY in the Anthropocene, non- human life gets squeezed’. Come in and see our friendly Not one of the 27 paid staff for a choice of local, grass consultants’ reports even fed, organic & free-range meats. mentioned this recreational All antibiotic and hormone free. value for the community, and Cartoon by Gutless Anonymous Contributa. Instagram: @ steve_axelsen the Social Impact report did 7–5pm Mon to Fri | 8–12pm Sat not consider or consult with dşƐǩǩ Forest protection have joined the many past any of the birdwatching com- 70 Dalley St, Mullumbimby | 6684 2137 Council should be looking Our North East Forests are and recent protest actions. munity. We have been very after the ratepayers of the a biodiversity treasure and Now it’s back to court, so appreciative of the Council Shire, not trying to ease the have been protected by the please support this legal for allowing hundreds of resi- housing crisis of the freebies, enduring work of regional challenge. When govern- dents and visitors, through a because that cannot be residents since the historic ments fail it’s the efforts of key-holder system, the ability done. Rents are never going 1979 Terania Creek rainforest citizens that makes change to access the wetlands over to drop below current rates, protection campaign. possible. We must defend the years. Three days a week SUPPORTING OPTIMAL HEALTH & WELLBEING house prices are not going to In the early 1990s, under a what is precious. Many small have been set aside as ‘no fall. Don’t turn the Shire into coalition State Government, donations will make a differ- visitor days’ to give the birds SPECIAL a trailer park, it would look the ongoing destruction of ence, go to https://chuffed. a rest. We are very concerned OFFER trashy. state forests was successfully org/project/nefa-is-taking- for the threatened black- Andrew Hunter challenged in the courts by government-to-court. necked stork, migrating No lock in Bangalow John Corkill, on behalf of Jan Barham Latham’s snipe and all the contract. North East Forest Alliance Broken Head migrating birds, shorebirds, $28.50 weekly Bollard madness (NEFA). The 1995 State elec- and birds who reside at or are Bioenergy facility Reformer / Could the lurid plastic bol- tion resulted in a win for the visiting the site. Pilates / yoga lards marring the intersec- ALP Carr Government and The Byron Wetlands have We have, by an extension tion of Burringbar and Stuart Greens member, Ian Cohen, been a refuge for birds, other of the submission date, 24/7 access to gym. Streets be replaced with on the priority issue of forest fauna and residents for the until 25 August to convince protection. past 15–20 years. Very little stocks, so the so-called deci- Council to look for another YOGA sion makers who approved Now, the State and Fed- of the original habitat and site and save our precious PILATES their erection can be pelted eral coalition governments water bodies are left on the wetlands from this develop- SAUNA with rotten fruit? have done it again; disre- Byron Flood Plain owing to ment. Make your submission People who know the garding climate change and agricultural, residential and on the Bioenergy Facility at: OXYGEN town well avoid turning right the recent fire destruction of industrial development. https://bit.ly/2VQiXvH THERAPY from any direction at this our forests, and instead they The place is a safe haven for Jan Olley MASSAGE intersection as it is always have adopted new Regional many of the birds, or so we Byron Bird Buddies WORKSHOPS a long wait, but now the Forest Agreements (RFAs) thought. More letters on next page bollards effectively prevent that would allow further The Byron Wetlands is ▶ traffic from passing them on logging in areas that must be a WOW factor in the Byron the inside. This is a sure way protected. Shire; people who visit are amazed by the peaceful to paralyse the main street, But again NEFA is taking 86 JONSON ST, BYRON BAY AND THE FAMOUS to say nothing of the visual legal action against these ambience, not only for 6685 7662 impact adjacent to two of environmental criminals. I birdwatching but also for therailsbyronbay.com RAILS kitchen the most iconic heritage applaud the ongoing work photography and just to chill buildings in town, namely of NEFA and the people who out. Birdwatchers can see Santos and the Commercial Hotel. WTF? Brian Mollett     The Rails Mullumbimby       will bring Letters to               you more the Editor       Send to Letters Editor great    !" Aslan Shand, email: [email protected], fax: # $      live music 6684 1719. Deadline: Noon,  $   %  $  Friday. Letters longer than &$       200 words may be cut. '" (       when Letters already published in other papers will not be   lockdown considered. 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Disgusted decisions are the right ones, they aren’t a fourth storey – When examined close up, say I am disgusted and angry and backed up by the most everyone clear with that? from one mm beneath the Op Shop reading Magenta Appel-Pye’s up-to-date research available. Of the Councillors protective dead scaly skin, Cnr Tweed St & Booyun St Brunswick Heads letter (Echo 4 August) con- Just as State health standing for re-election, Cr both Palestinian and Israeli Next to IGA Supermarket cerning the atrocious treat- authorities do not pay much Cameron voted against, Cr are identical. ment of muso Lisa Hunt by attention to loud protests Coorey, (who has conscien- No longer identifiable We welcome NSW police that left her with about mask-wearing, RCC tiously voted against height as people, reality reveals all clothing a two-year good behaviour does not use signatures increases), was away, Cr that the Palestinian and the Mon to Fri 10am–4pm bond. gathered on shopping mall Ndiaye took a ten minute Israeli are a community of Sat 10am–2pm Now Lisa is leaving Byron petitions to guide their break and didn’t vote and symbiotic micro-organisms decisions. Rous councillors next Council aspirants, Lyon consisting of thirty-seven ALL CLOTHES $2 Bay. Lisa has been a North- ern Rivers icon for years and are focussed on one job: and Martin, joined the rest trillion single-celled inde- byrondogrescue.org • Ph 0447 927 600 now, because police saw fit best water management. to pass the DA. An example pendent animals working to take her to court, this is They are committed of their commitment to together. Six trillion of them the result. to delivering the most building a bright new future are closely related and are What a bloody indictment cost-eff icient and secure of ‘no rules for developers’ if identifiable as human cells. of the justice regime in NSW. long-term water supply for re-elected. Thirty-one trillion of them It’s back to the good/bad the Northern Rivers that is John Lazarus are not related to human Rum Corp? possible, and have spent Byron Bay cells and have colonised the Paul Brecht the last two years exploring community. Sixty trillion Evans Head just that – relying not just Yes, David bacteria and three-hundred- on their own considerable David Heilpern, you are not and-eighty trillion viruses Dunoon Dam again expertise in this area, but the only grumpy old person have also colonised the I just don’t get it? Why does on the advice of multiple who finds the restaurant community and so create State MLC, Sam Farraway, experts in the field. experience in Byron a one person. want the State and Federal When will our elected challenge to sanity and Every one of these governments to launch an off icials stop playing partisan communication – not to say single-celled animals are ‘independent study’ into the politics, and start paying to inner-ear safety! (Echo, fully conscious and commu- Dunoon Dam issue? Haven’t attention to the science, and 11 August). nicating with one another, we already seen – and paid to the environmental and My friends and I have particularly those that have for! – enough investigation cultural values inherent in almost given up trying to assembled to form the brain. the site once proposed for a find a venue conducive to Observing the visual image +HOSSWKHPPUHDOLVHHWKHLUUGUHDPV of the solutions to the pressures that a changing second dam? Aft er extensive both enjoyable eating and behind the eyes and listening \RXWKFDUHXSDRUJ climate and growing popula- consideration, RCC has conversation. Even when to the vibrational frequen- tion will put on the Northern decided upon the best way to we go to a restaurant in cies from the ears the com- Rivers water supply? What safeguard our water supplies the ‘oldies’ hour’ – 5.30 to munity of cells within the will another study possibly for the future: their current 6.30 – we oft en find that the brain come to the deluded reveal, that has not already Integrated Water Cycle Man- management turn up the opinion that the Palestinian Ballina been considered, at length? agement Strategy outlines volume in the speaker right and the Israeli are diff erent. As Bathurst-based how to do this, and why. above our table to welcome Further delusions include the Rous knows what to do, us and take umbrage if we belief that it will survive in • NOURISHING MEALS MORE THAN JUST A MEAL Farraway – only became We deliver nutritious, a member of the Select so please – let them get on dare to complain! some form forever while two • DELIVERED TO delicious meals to the elderly, Committee on Floodplain with the job! ‘But this is a restaurant!’ million neurons, ten billion people with a disability or Harvesting on 29 June, 2021 Margaret Louise we are told, ‘we have to have synapses and 12km of myeli- YOUR DOOR high risk consumers during it seems unlikely that he is Lismore music!’ I wondered, what- nated fibres die within the • NO WAITING LIST OR the COVID-19 pandemic. truly up to speed with the ever happened to ambient brain and are replaced every best strategies for ensuring Q Read more letters about music, like lounge, or cool minute. A further ten million LOCK-IN CONTRACT Meals can be delivered weekly as frozen packs for the water supply in our the Dunoon Dam online at jazz improvising away soft ly other body cells die and are • CONTACT FREE you to heat or daily if you area. Instead, I suspect his www.echo.net.au/letters. in the background, which replaced every second. require a hot meal. intervention is motivated by actually did enhance a dining The Palestinian/ Israeli a political juggling act that Smoke and mirrors experience? is also unrecognisable from KEEPING YOU CONNECTED has little to do with our local When’s a building’s fourth For a time, I thought that a greater distance. From a WE’RE KEEPING Our social support volunteers water needs, and everything storey not a fourth storey? the ‘music’ and the playlists sky-soaring eagle-eyed view YOU SAFE BY will phone you for a social to do with rewarding the When Byron Council says (at a were there to keep the young they are indistinguishable REDUCING THE chat and check on your interests – ‘infrastructure’ – developers request). kitchen staff happy and from the community NEED FOR YOU wellbeing. that put him in off ice! A new fourth storey was upbeat, and I discussed the of photosynthesising TO GO SHOPPING But unlike most politi- approved on the Jonson idea of starting a campaign organisms that colour the 6686 2636 cians, who pander to every Street mall development, to get restaurants to have landscape and support their W. Ballinamealsonwheels.com.au whim of a fickle public, just now under construction, an ‘Oldies Happy Hour’ as existence, providing oxygen E. [email protected] to stay in off ice, Rous County aft er previous consent was you suggest. But an internet and moderating the climate. Council (RCC) councillors do given for a ten-metre height, search finds that this is a The Palestinian/ Israeli can not care if their decisions are which already breached the lost cause – the ‘music’ and only exist in a stable habitat popular – they care that their nine-metre height restric- its volume is not solely a and climate and will go tion. The new roof height staff choice but scientifically extinct as the temperature for ‘recreational facilities’ is designed to turn over bums increases owing to the approximately 12.5m. on seats – yikes! We do live in removal and pollution of The Council’s report Greed City, it’s true! its habitat. responded to opposition to Christine Willmot The Palestinian/ Israeli the fourth storey by denying Sunrise Beach will not be missed or remem- that it was a fourth storey, bered since it can only be because ‘The rooft op recrea- Palestine and Israel found clinging to the surface tional facilities do not consti- Having read the letters for of a single planet on the edge tute a fourth storey, which is over a decade published in of a small galaxy of stars defined as a space between The Echo on the Palestine/ in a remote portion of the one floor level and the floor Israel conflict I thought I universe far from the gigantic level above’. Ah no, actually a may be able to elucidate central cluster of galaxies. next level higher room, with matters. The Palestinian/ Walking on the planet’s face a roof over it, is defined as a Israeli is readily identified are microbes called the next storey, and ‘the rooft op when viewed from a few human race… lost in time recreational facilities’, have metres away, primarily by and lost in space. toilets and change rooms, their attire. However, to Gary Opit with roofs. understand the situation a Wooyung So you can build fourth closer and a more distant storey rooms on a roof, but view is needed together. ▶ More letters on page 15

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www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo13 Articles North Coast news online Sixth time’s the charm: new IPCC report shows climate is still changing IPCC releases sixth major assessment report, and it’s clear that the biggest threat now is delay Brought to you by The Echo beyond anything experi- of further reports, drawing how much heat the land and and Cosmos Magazine enced for thousands of years on the expertise of hundreds ocean can each absorb.’ – if not hundreds of thou- of international researchers ‘This fingerprint of global s fires and floods rage sands – and may continue to to synthesise our knowledge atmospheric change is virtu- across the globe, the influence the Earth’s systems of the science of climate ally identical to what was A Intergovernmental for millennia to come. change, its impacts, and the predicted,’ England says. Panel on Climate Change This, too, is not a surprise. actions we need to take. ‘It is frustrating to see (IPCC) has released its latest The report says we Even in the first report, these projections that are 30 major assessment report on need to immediately slash the evidence showed years old now just play out the climate. The results are greenhouse-gas emissions that ‘human activities are without meaningful action.’ clear – without a shadow of and rapidly reduce our reli- substantially increasing the Aft er the IPCC fourth a doubt, human influence ance on fossil fuels in order atmospheric concentrations assessment report was has warmed the atmosphere, to avoid the worst-case sce- of the greenhouse gases: CO2, released in 2007, England ocean and land. narios of extreme weather, methane, CFCs and nitrous says many researchers – This is not a surprise. sea-level rise and more. oxide’. Myall Creek–Bora Ridge fire at Woombah, Iluka Road during including lead authors of The report synthesises This, yet again, is not a This spurred the establish- the Black Summer fires 2019–20. Photo Ewan Willis these reports – questioned more than 14,000 scientific surprise. We have known all ment of the international whether more were papers to provide the most this for 30 years. environmental treaty, the unprecedented in at least the fossil fuels and release high necessary. up-to-date view of how United Nations Framework last 2,000 years,’ Trewin says. volumes of emissions. ‘Really top scientists the changing climate has The bigger picture Convention on Climate ‘We’re really seeing condi- Grose refers to each of [were] having conversations aff ected, and will aff ect, the In 1990, the IPCC published Change (UNFCCC), in 1992, tions that are outside the these pathways as ‘narra- at conferences in 2008, 2009, world. It found that many of its First Assessment Report. with the goal of avoiding range of human experience.’ tives’ – stories we construct saying, “Hey, is this sending the observed changes are It has since released a series ‘dangerous human interfer- Ice-core records have con- for ourselves about the paths the wrong message by having ence with the climate firmed that the concentra- we could follow. IPCC reports five, six, seven, system’. This agreement was tions of the main greenhouse Shayne McGregor from eight, nine? This should be signed by all industrialised gases – carbon dioxide, Monash University, a lead the end. The science is set- nations. methane, nitrous oxide – are author on chapter three of tled – now action is needed’.’’ But in the three decades higher than at any point in the report, notes: ‘The key While England notes that since, ‘we have emitted one the last 800,000 years. Our point here is that what is we still need IPCC reports trillion tonnes of carbon species, Homo sapiens, only required – regardless of what to lay the groundwork for dioxide coming from the arose 200,000 years ago. scenario we’re looking at – is adaptation and mitigation combustion of fossil fuels The report continues: the rapid, sustained large-scale strategies, these scientists and land-use change’, says land is warming faster than reductions in greenhouse-gas were questioning whether we the CSIRO’s Pep Canadell, the ocean; hot extremes emissions. needed further updates on who was coordinating lead are getting hotter and cold the physical basis of climate author on chapter five of the extremes are warming even Not too late change to justify the need for new report. quicker; the subtropics are ‘It’s not too late. Every cutting emissions. ‘That is 41 per cent of all drying; extreme rainfall is action that we do moving ‘We don’t need that,’ he CO2 emissions emitted since increasing; marine heat- forward is beneficial – every says. ‘We haven’t needed it the beginning of the Indus- waves are more frequent; the half a degree or 0.1 degree for a couple of decades now.’ HUGE RANGE OF QUALITY PLANTS trial Revolution – 41 per cent oceans are acidifying. of warming we can reduce Reports are becoming in the last 30 years.’ The report can now also or minimise, the better off more fine-grained and Nursery now open So in 1990, scientists were directly attribute individual we are.’ detailed. But we already Matthew England, a Tues, Wed, Thurs 9am–3pm and by appointment already issuing warnings extreme events to human- know the action needed. about the need to urgently induced climate change physical oceanographer In 1996, Nobel Laureate, 0448 974 421 reduce our emissions. We – from marine heatwaves and climate scientist from F Sherwood Rowland, a 420 Rosebank Rd, Rosebank NSW 2480 then not only continued to around the Great Barrier Reef the University of New South pioneer in the field of ozone Stephanie Medew | Horticulturalist | [email protected] burn fossil fuels, but almost to the Black Summer fires of Wales, says the science has depletion, said: ‘What’s the doubled our emissions. 2019/20 – in a way that we been there for decades. He use of having developed a misstree.com.au In the subsequent years, could not do with certainty a explains that models made science well enough to make NATIVE PLANT SPECIALISTS the science has solidified decade ago. even before the first IPCC predictions if… all we’re will- as the IPCC released report The report also has a assessment report have ing to do is stand around and aft er report. This new, sixth greater regional focus than played out with confronting wait for them to come true?’ CHESS by Ian Rogers Five players who had been in a European Union ‘Shengen’ coun- assessment, weaves in eight previous iterations. It fills accuracy. England points out that The Grand Chess Tour, which try in the previous two weeks, more years of data about the in the gaps with far more Perhaps the best example, the same can be said now for successfully held its first three including Tour leader Maxime physical underpinnings. detailed projections for how he says, is the pattern of climate science. The enor- tournaments in recent months, Vachier-Lagrave from France, has fallen apart due to the travel were banned from entering the Lead author of one report global climate change is global surface air tempera- mous cost of the current and restrictions which the USA plac- US. (US travellers are free to chapter, Michael Grose from linked to change in specific ture change. future climate extremes ‘just es on European Union citizens. enter Europe, although the EU CSIRO, highlights ‘the sheer areas across the world. From the late 1960s dwarf the costs of inaction’. After being cancelled in 2020, is reconsidering this policy given onwards, models were the GCT restarted midyear the spiralling Covid numbers in weight and bulk of evidence He also points out, that with successful tournaments in the US.) presented in the report’. Australian impact? created coupling the atmos- ‘the fossil-fuel industry has Romania, Paris and Zagreb. By The missing Grandmasters ‘There’s more evidence The ARC Centre of Excel- phere and ocean systems to slowed down this progress then World Champion Magnus were replaced by US-based play- than ever,’ he says. ‘Just the lence for Climate Extremes predict how diff erent regions to make a buck, and that’s Carlsen had decided not to be ers, plus Russia’s Peter Svidler, one of the Tour regulars and his who had arrived in Saint Louis to sheer number of scientific has prepared a special of the world would warm. one of the cruellest aspects challenger Ian Nepomniachtchi work as a commentator. (Russia papers that are reviewed and report detailing future conse- These models produced cer- of this’. also dropped out, leaving nine is not on the US banned list. assessed – it was immense.’ quences for our country. tain patterns: the northern But the science is about elite players in the race for the Indeed one Dutch photographer hemisphere would warm $US1.275m prize fund. detoured to the World Cup in Blair Trewin, climate ‘Beyond the next 20 years, as certain as it’s going to get. Then China’s world number Sochi in order to be able to fly scientist from the Australian global and regional change faster, with the most severe The biggest uncertainty, by three Ding Liren discovered to Saint Louis and work at the Bureau of Meteorology and depends strongly on the heating over the Arctic, with far, lies in what we choose to that travel from China was too tournaments.) lead author on chapter two global emissions that we the southern hemisphere do about it. challenging and left the Tour, The upshot will be that US replaced by Hungary’s young star players – plus Azeri Shakhriyar says the data sets used have experience,’ explains Grose. warming more slowly. ‘We’re still in control Richard Rapport. Mamedyarov, who made it to a more global coverage than The report presents five This is because the land about where we want to take With only Europeans and Saint Louis – will scoop up the previous data. diff erent pathways we can experiences greater warming this planet,’ says Canadell. Americans remaining, the Tour lion’s share of the GCT prizes. So what do the findings than the ocean, and the As F Sherwood Rowland began in June and by the time the The players who were forced take, like a choose-your- third event concluded in late July to miss the final two tourna- actually tell us? own adventure novel: in a northern hemisphere has said in 1997: ‘If not us, who? most players remained in conten- ments might have dodged a bul- ‘We can see that the cli- storyline at one end of the much more land. If not now, when?’ tion for the biggest prizes. let. Missouri, which has one of mate system is in a state that spectrum, we rapidly decar- ‘The physics of why that However, the fourth event, the the lowest vaccination rates in the Saint Louis Rapid and Blitz began US, albeit twice that of Australia, it has not been for at least bonise and avoid the worst; happens is so fundamental, this week with only four of the is going through a severe Covid centuries to millennia, and it while at the other extreme, it’s almost embarrassing,’ nine Tour players participating. wave. is changing at a rate that is we continue to pursue he says. ‘It comes down to 14The Byron Shire Echo ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ www.echo.net.au Letters Lockdown, COVID and a matter of choice

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Matt Day and Jessie Rose are Broadwaters, playing a vast variety of styles and moods. The duo formed shortly aft er meeting, in late 2019, when Jessie was recording Matt as part of her SAE degree in Audio. They were bunkered down in their home studio for the better part of 2020 and are currently working on a music video for their next release ‘Home’. Matt says it’s been a tough year. ‘Trying to manage finances as a musician during a global crisis hasn’t been easy. Having the opportunity to play live again means I have the ability to sustain myself, not just in the body but in A WAKE UP TO AUSTRALIA’S REAL the mind and spirit.’ RESPONSIBILITY FOR FREEDOM

Today I woke up profoundly aware that as a white woman family car, folded around a bullet. The New York Times I live in a country that aff ords me extreme privilege. reports the contents of the letter ‘From now on you are While baristas and hairdressers take to our front lines our target and we will treat you like other Western slaves’. as ‘freedom fighters’– getting shouty about the right to Perhaps it’s timely to revisit some of the rules women not wear a mask during a global pandemic – women in Afghanistan are waking up today wondering if the last lived under with the Taliban: no laughing loudly 20 years was a dream. Two decades of education and (strangers are not to hear a woman’s voice), no bright ambition are over. The Taliban are back. Back is a life clothes, no appearing on the balcony of their home, the where women have no agency, where they will be forced, requirement that all windows be painted over so that again, to wear a burqa at all times in public, because the women can’t be seen, public stoning of women accused ‘face of a woman is a source of corruption’. This makes the of infidelity, women whipped in public for showing push back on mask wearing look pretty shallow. Under their ankles. In fact, any non accordance with the dress the Taliban, it is women and children who will suff er most. code is met with a whipping and abuse. Previously, for Aft er 20 years of American intervention, the Afghan women under Taliban rule, there was no activity outside Get an early start to see Broadwaters at the New government collapsed in one night. Weirdly, I was the home without a close male relative, there was a Homeland Brighton Farmers Market on Tuesday from 8am. watching the latest season of where (spoiler ban on study at school, alert) the presidents – both Afghan and American – are university or any other killed and the Taliban take control. This was made in 2019. It was dramatic, but clearly more than two years ago educational institution Netflix writers were able to forecast the political future for (women are banned from Afghanistan. learning to read). There Today I woke up to the news that President Ashraf Ghani was a ban on high heels has fled. The Taliban have taken Kabul and are giving or shoes that make noise, interviews from the Presidential Palace. The US personnel because a man must not have hightailed it to the airport to Get the Fuck Out. It’s hear a woman’s footsteps. starting to look a lot like Vietnam. Although the Americans Women were not are saying ‘This is nothing like Saigon’. permitted to gather for Really? Who is being left behind? What is going to happen any festive or recreational to those who were seen to be working towards democracy purpose. Women were not with the US led forces? to appear in pictures in I guess, unlike when the Viet Kong took Saigon, this time newspapers, or in books, we have Facebook. It’s kind of surreal when a deposed or in pictures hung on the president posts a message on Facebook to tell the world walls of the home. he had no choice but to leave: ‘In order to avoid a flood of blood, I thought it was best to get out.’ For a minute I I write this list, and I can’t thought I was still watching Netflix. Fact check. This is the help but cry. Australia real world. The lines are blurring. needs to step up. I can only imagine the fear and the despair of women and Afghan refugees living in girls in Afghanistan. Australia right now need There is a whole generation of Afghan women who have permanent protection. entered public life as journalists, academics, teachers… We need a one-off who could very well end up being forced to marry Islamist humanitarian intake militants. Women leaders and law makers who have been of vulnerable groups, working to open up opportunities for later generations of and we need to lift the women, who now have good reason to fear that the gains ban on family reunion of the last 20 years will be lost. immigration that currently ‘With every city collapsing, human bodies collapse, prevents the hundreds dreams collapse, history and future collapse, art of Afghan Australian and culture collapse, life and beauty collapse, our permanent residents from world collapses, someone please stop this,’ Afghan photographer Rada Akbar wrote on Twitter. being reunited with family still in Afghanistan. While the Taliban have promised to protect women, women don’t believe them. Aft er 20 years of promises The first and only female prosecutor in Kandahar Province to protect women and has sent 21 men to jail for beating and abusing their other persecuted groups, wives. In the lead up to the Taliban takeover she received in Afghanistan, we can’t a warning: a handwritten note, on the windshield of her just walk away.

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‘The whole date was awkward. I think I give people the benefit of the doubt on dates… Like at one stage my head was thinking THE INCEPTION ADVENTURE “wow, this guy is really funny”, but then I realised we were just laughing at me.’ Featured in last week’s Seven – Three Lords had to postpone Mitchell ended up giving up on the book, and on dating too for their Christopher Nolan’s Inception adventure, but the crew a while aft er that. ‘Not just because of his beard, but dating can are back at the end of the month. Three Lords bring you get tiring. I was telling my mate about the continual let downs I their next collaboration with local artists for a mind-bending was starting to feel and he suggested I change the name of the A/V show for this science fiction thriller adventure. book to Teardrops on My Dildo. The title made the show easy to write, as I knew exactly which stories needed to go in.’ Mitchell says the teardrops themselves aren’t funny, but human tragedy kind of is. ‘If we are not able to look back and laugh at our darkest moments when we’re sitting on the kitchen floor, in a pile of tears, wondering how we made such a shit show of it all, then we might be in trouble. Relationships can rock people so hard.’ ‘I remember when my marriage ended, feeling like I was going to die from a broken heart. Looking back, I was probably just dying from a broken ego. Life didn’t just “go on”. It got better. I feel like I’ve lived about six lives already. It’s a bit of a cycle isn’t it? I’m not looking forward to hitting tragedy again, but I’ll be ready for it – with a pen and paper ready to capture every juicy tragic moment.’ Some of Mitchell’s reviews would suggest she a good time girl with a funny story. ‘I’ve certainly done my fair share of partying, but I don’t think I’m much more wild than a lot of women The show is scheduled to go ahead on Saturday 28 out there. Well, maybe a little, but when I am on stage, most August 7.30pm at the Byron Theatre. TEARDROPS ON MITCHELL’S women can relate to my stories. I just say the bits that most SEX TOYS AND OTHER STUFF women have pushed down into that internal “do not ever tell anyone about this, vault”. That vault is unnecessary. Save that ‘There is a thing that women do when they go to a comedy Aft er being in the online dating scene for a few years, Vanessa space for the really dark stuff . There are still so many things show, where the comedian might say a joke that is a bit edgy, ‘Larry’ Mitchell decided to write a book called 50 first dates, that, as women, we are not supposed to say or talk about. It and women will look at their man, almost seeking permission which she had planned to be a bit of a reflection on the dating feels like there are some things we aren’t even supposed to to laugh. Women don’t mean to do it, but there is something process. Mitchell says it certainly wasn’t going to be a sex acknowledge to ourselves, which is so bonkers. ingrained into our DNA or something that makes people feel book (unless there was sex to document), but more about ‘At the gym, you can see women’s body language change like they need approval to be able to laugh. When I see women the process of dating, the nerves, the expectations and the as they see star jumps coming up as the next exercise, and come in to the room in droves, in my head, I know “I’ve got miscommunications that happen with online communication. aft erwards one-by-one they’ll discretely duck to the bathroom, this in the bag”. Women on their own are so ready to let their Mitchell only got up to chapter seven and ended up getting cat- but never dare mention that they just pissed themselves. We guard down. They’ve had enough of playing the sweetheart. fished by a dude with a beard. ‘I have no problem with beards, all do it. Just literally pissing ourselves everyday at the gym. We Underneath the surface of even the sweetest of women there is but this guy’s profile pic was of a smooth well maintained baby need to laugh more about that.’ that little voice that just wants her to let it all go. face. A solid 8/10 face. We had arranged to meet for a beer There won’t be actual dildos in the show: ‘I would have to ‘I had two women at a show recently who looked so straight and and 10 minutes before we met, he messaged me and warned charge a lot more for that. Can you imagine, rolling into a boring. They looked like they had come straight from their jobs me about the beard. If you have to warn someone about your theatre and some chick starts jamming herself on stage? Could at a church library, complete with cable knit cardigans. I had an beard, then even you know how bad said beard must be!’ we even do that?! I went to a cabaret show in Lismore once “uh oh” moment, wondering if I was going to be too filthy for where the main act did a hand stand in a wedding dress on them. I was genuinely worried they might not handle it. But as stage and her co-performer shoved a candle in her vagina and the show went on, I could see their shoulders bouncing up and lit it up. It was one of the strangest things I have ever seen on down and their hands covering their laughing mouths, as though stage, but a part of me was sitting there thinking “Why didn’t I the laughter was about to explode out of them. That’s the best think of that?”.’ feeling as a performer – just watching people let go.’ Women love talking about dildo’s. Mitchell says ‘dildo’ is one of Vanessa ‘Larry’ Mitchell Thursday 26 August, Byron those words that only ever got whispered when she was hitting Theatre. Public health restrictions permitting. her adult years. ‘Before the internet was in full swing, we had to go into the dark and dingy Club X to buy them. Even now some COVID put the world of those places creep me out. I had to buy a vibrator when I was in Melbourne on a work trip and had a sexual emergency.’ WHAT’S ON on hold, but it ain’t ‘I’m not sure if you know St Kilda, but where they put the Club X in St Kilda is literally on the biggest crossroads in the whole BUDJERAH POSTPONED Debut EP Australian Tour. stopping BayFM entire city. There couldn’t possibly be any more people, cars and Support: Sam Windley. trams getting a visual of you walking into that place. It took me a Thursday 19 August, 7.30pm 17 new shows since the pandemic kicked off lot of convincing myself to go in, and when I did, I was so glad. We’re keeping things fresh at BayFM. Over a quarter ‘There was a little old lady working in there that looked like TEARDROPS ON MY DILDO of all our programs didn’t exist before 2020. someone’s nana. She tried to sell me a vibrator that makes you VANESSA LARRY MITCHELL Stand-up comedy you’ll want to lay down for! orgasm in 12 seconds. 12 seconds?!! I’m a busy woman, but New music, more genres, more choice Thursday 26 August, 7.30pm even I could make time for that. I imagine it’s the same women From garage to jazz, medieval to metal - plus heaps of new music from our local talent. that are buying their veggies pre-cut from Woolies that are INCEPTION buying those ones. Make time people!’ A Three Lords Special Event. Featuring live AV show by Dashboard Animals. Challenging chat that gets inside local issues Mitchell says she is always interested in watching audiences Saturday 28 August, 7.30pm Provocative interviews that draw from every reactions in comedy shows, not just in hers. corner of the crazy patchwork of Byron Shire life. ‘I get at least 90 per cent female audiences to my shows. I never NO MAN’S LAND – NT LIVE ENCORE Ian McKellan & Patrick Stewart star in Harold

really intended for that to happen, but I guess the marketing SEP / AUG Not listened for a while? Surprise yourself and Pinter’s comic classic. check back in to Byron Shire’s 100% independent, appeals to women. Men love the show too though. I will oft en Saturday 4 September, 11.30am ˩ˢ˟˨ˡ˧˘˘˥ʠ˥˨ˡʟˡˢ˧ʠ˙ˢ˥ʠˣ˥ˢЁ˧˖ˢˠˠ˨ˡ˜˧ˬ˥˔˗˜ˢ get a message from blokes who’ve attended. Not a slimy one station. Online at bayfm.org and on air at 99.9FM. – genuine feedback. Although one guy aft er my last show in LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL JR. Armidale sent me a photo that said something like “here is my Bright Lights paint the town pink! dick pic”. It was a picture of Dick Smith. Bit of a lame joke, but I Sunday 5 September, 2pm & 6.30pm appreciated his eff ort. Friday 10 September, 6.30pm ‘It’s definitely not a show about dick pics or a slag off about Arrive early and enjoy a drink at the Theatre Bar bayfm.org men, but there are some common things that men (some men) do that are just revolting and they should stop. Mind you, I’ve Listen like a local. Byron Theatre & Community Centre had a woman send me a pic of her vag too once. I didn’t even 69 Jonson Street, Byron Bay know that was a thing women did.’ byrontheatre.com byrontheatre

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BALLINA BYRON BAY continued Saltwater Open 4pm until late Monday through Sunday for Wharf MONDAY HALF PRICE sundowners, dinner, and late-night drinks. Bar & Restaurant Social Club PIZZA Lazy weekend lunches with sandy feet, rowdy dinners with family Ballina Enjoy our delicious, A gathering place for all and friends, and late night drinks and DJs are the standard. Laid back vintage vibes and classic coastal style create an eclectic feel, 12–24 Fawcett St, Ballina Italian wood-fi red pizzas for half price every 32 Jonson St, complemented by our menu of shareable snacks, locally-sourced 6686 5259 Monday. Dine-in or takeaway. Byron Bay salads and hand-stretched sourdough pizzas, as well as beers on tap, organic wines and hand-crafted cocktails. wharfbarballina www.wharfbarballina.com.au saltwatersocialclub.com.au GOOD TIMES ~ HIGH VIBES ~ LATE NIGHTS ~ HIGH TIDES No Bones BANGALOW We have temporarily closed during lockdown but.. Vegan Bar and Kitchen. Good news - we’ve opened ‘Little No Bones’ in front of Wooolies Bowlo Kitchen Family friendly, tradies’ local, restaurant quality. 11 Fletcher Street Serving ready made meals, sandwiches, salads, Wednesday to Friday happy hour, midweek specials, The Bowlo, Bangalow 6680 7418 coff ee, juices, smoothies 6687 2741 excellent wines, foodies delight, creative cocktails, Open 7am–6pm everyday local produce, massive kids’ space, welcoming staff , Book online: Open Wed–Fri 12–2.30pm & 5–8.30pm; 108 Jonson Street – 0479 121 614 – @Littlenobones Sat 12–8.30pm; Sun 12–7pm. and COVID Safe. www.nobonesbyronbay.com.au Club open Wed–Sun from 12 noon Come along to the Bangalow Bowlo www.bangalowbowlo.com.au and fi nd out. The Italian Byron Bay bangalowbowlo @thebowlo The Italian, Byron Bay, provides a bustling 21, 108 Jonson St, atmospheric restaurant, dishing up contemporary Byron Bay inspired Italian cuisine and some of Byron’s Open 7 days from 5.30pm fi nest cocktails and wines. 5633 1216 CLOSED FOR AUGUST www.theitalianbyronbay.com

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149 FRIDAY HUT ROAD, COORABELL 17 PALM-LILY CRESCENT, BANGALOW

Sunnyview - 40 beautiful acres in a prized Contemporary charm and character in a Byron hinterland location peaceful part of Bangalow

4 1 3 16.2ha 3 2 2 653m2

PRIVATE INSPECTIONS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT PRIVATE INSPECTIONS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT AUCTION SUNDAY 22 AUGUST 11AM ON-SITE AUCTION SATURDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 10.15AM ON-SITE

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MULLUMBIMBY MASSIVE HOME WITH MOUNT CHINCOGAN VIEWS 1 Nightcap Court + Cleverly designed master-built home, ideal for large or multi-generational families with plenty of room for all Auction: On-site 11 September 1:30pm + Open-plan living, kitchen & dining areas. Two separate wings, two master suites & ducted air-conditioning + Huge north-facing level backyard with vehicle access & space for a second dwelling (STCA). 10kW solar ,QVSHFW%\$SSRLQWPHQW 4XLHWORFDWLRQFORVHWRSDUNVVSRUWLQJ¿HOGV VKRZJURXQGV6KRUWGULYHWRWRZQFHQWUH PLQVWR%\URQ%D\

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Katrina and her team were of great assistance in getting us our dream block of land,

especially towards the end where we ran into some last-minute issues. “ - Dillon & Melissa, purchasers “ I can highly recommend Chris, he is an outstanding real estate agent. Chris was considerate, supportive and very easy to talk to during the stressful time of selling .DWULQD%HRKP Rachael Jenkins Christopher Plim *DLO%HRKP(PLO\+XJKHV Director Sales Manager Sales Agent Sales Support Sales Admin my home. - Daphne, vendor 0459 066 087 8 PORTER STREET BYRON BAY kbrealestate.com.au

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4 22 57 Balemo Drive, Ocean Shores 3 34 5 Brunswick Street, New Brighton Coastal Family Home + Studio Coastal Escape with Beach River View Scan QR Code View Scan QR Code Dreaming of a laidback lifestyle in the on your Doorstep Sale Just Listed Sale Just Listed popular coastal town of Ocean Shores? Perfectly positioned in the desirable This aractive brick and tile home set on New Brighton suburb, Brunswick Street a large block has a detached granny flat, is highly sought after as it offers the ideal for in-law accommodation or the best of both worlds. mature teenager. • 677 square metre block • Brick and tile construction • Spacious open plan living areas • 1 bedroom granny flat • Functional kitchen with large • Amazing, convenient location Adrian Howe island bench and lots of storage Adrian Howe • 1012 square metre block 0477 222 457 0477 222 457 • Beautiful, polished timber floors • Ideal home or investment property [email protected] [email protected] • Large, covered entertaining deck + rear deck

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2 21 2/79 Rajah Road, Ocean Shores 5 24 27 Pinegroves Road, Myocum Two Bedroom Townhouse Style Unit Eco-Oasis Sanctuary in the Byron View Scan QR Code View Scan QR Code in tightly held Ocean Shores Hinterland Sale $699,000 Sale $2,700,000-$2,900,000 Hello, lifestyle! Opportunities like this Situated on a stunning 2.77 Ha with don’t come along every day. This bright fruit trees, a spring-fed dam and plenty and breezy two-bedroom, two-bathroom of space, this dual-living, eco-oasis set townhouse style unit in Ocean Shores among regenerated rainforest enjoys is your chance to enter the market and lots of north light and is the perfect take advantage of everything this highly place for aspiring hobby farmers or sought-after area has to offer. those seeking the peaceful life. • Lush, leafy outlook from every • 2 heritage homes on-site Tania Sheppard window Tania Sheppard • Main dwelling: 3 bedrooms & 1 0436 033 636 • Relaxed floor plan that flows for 0436 033 636 bathroom • Secondary dwelling: 2 bedrooms & [email protected] easy indoor-outdoor living [email protected] 1 bathroom

Freecall 1800 LIST IT We’ll Love Your Listing www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo25 Coastal Mid-Century Luxe – Minutes to Tallow Beach

• Newly built and resting on 660m2 of land, 8 Pacific Vista Drive is the dream coastal 5 3 6 660M2 home, alluding to the desert vibes and clean lines made famous in Palm Springs

• The premium finishes throughout the home will impress, including the unique rose 8 Pacific Vista Drive, Byron Bay quartz waterfall edged island benchtop which offsets the polished concrete floors

• The open plan living flows seamlessly to the covered balcony offering hinterland and Price: Contact Agent

sunset views - this large and private balcony adjoins the pool Su Reynolds • Located a short stroll to the white sand and crystal-clear water of Tallow Beach Inspection by private appointment only 0428 888 660

Absolute Riverfront Vacant Land Absolute Beachfront Locale – Sought-after Position in Byron

3.9 HA 2 1 1 • Approximately 500m of Richmond River frontage and aaprox. 10 acres of open • Directly opposite Byron Bay’s beautiful Main and Clarks Beaches this is an

pasture this property offers a slice of country life in the heart of the village of Wardell opportunity to secure a holding in one of Australia’s strongest property markets • Amongst a boutique complex of only five units, this fabulous top-floor, north- • Build your dream home or business (STCA), watch a few horses or cattle roam the facing apartment offers open-plan living and balcony with filtered ocean views pasture and enjoy this amazing property while being close to everything the Northern • Park in the secure single lock-up garage and don’t get back in the car again, Rivers has on offer, beaches, hinterland, villages and a relaxed pace of life stroll over the road to the beach or meander up main beach to the centre of town

2 Byron Street, East Wardell 4/56 Lawson Street, Byron Bay

Price: $1.05m – $1.15m Price: Forthcoming Auction

Su Reynolds Luke Elwin Paul Prior Oliver Aldridge Inspection by private appointment only 0428 888 660 0421 375 635 Inspection by private appointment only 0418 324 297 0421 171 499

35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 [email protected] PH: O2 6685 8466 WWW.BYRONBAYFN.COM.AU

26The Byron Shire Echo ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ www.echo.net.au Luxury Hillside Sanctuary with Ocean Views and Pool

• Nestled amongst Suffolk Park’s most tightly held hillside properties 5 3 2 2333M2 • Within walking distance (1.3 km) to the Suffolk Park village with pub, bakery,

supermarket and stunning Tallow beach Address Available on Request • The open plan living space as the centrepiece, featuring high ceilings and

contemporary kitchen which opens to a beautiful wooden deck area, perfect for Price: Contact Agent

undercover alfresco dining and enjoying the fabulous ocean views Paul Banister • Chill out in the heated pool, soak up the poolside sun or BBQ from the deck Inspection by private appointment only 0438 856 552

Fabulous House and Land Opportunity Expansive Luxury Abode

4 2 1 1.74 HA 4 3 2 784M2 • Only a minutes’ drive from Mullumbimby and Brunswick Heads • Only a select few homes offer such truly breathtaking ocean views! • Featuring unique turret-style architecture on an elevated 1.74ha block • Stunning coastal panorama which stretches across the Brunswick River to Byron Bay Lighthouse and Julian Rocks • Multiple living areas spread across two floors provides versatile spaces, the first-floor • Set on a large 784m2 block with guest accommodation, resort style living and rumpus room is ideal for the kids escaping the activity and life below in-ground pool, all within a 10-minute walk to New Brighton Beach • Various decks give a treehouse feel, with every position providing a leafy outlook • This remarkable home is unique in its dual living design, offering a completely • Let your imagination run wild to build, renovate and re-create (STCA) self-contained 2-bedroom home on the ground floor

41 Hyrama Crescent, Brunswick Heads 3 Kanandah Court, Ocean Shores

Price: $2.2m – $2.4m Price: $2.5m – $2.75m

Tara Torkkola Tara Torkkola Inspection by private appointment only 0423 519 698 Inspection by private appointment only 0423 519 698

35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 [email protected] PH: O2 6685 8466 WWW.BYRONBAYFN.COM.AU www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo27 Large Elevated Block with Panoramic Ocean Views 180m from Pristine South Golden Beach!

3 2 4 5129M2 3 2 2 575M2 • Boasting absolutely stunning panoramic ocean views and situated just 15 minutes • First time being offered to the market in almost 40 years, 13 Gloria Street is a from Byron Bay and 8 minutes from Bangalow well-maintained home on desirable level land with huge potential • Brand new renovations and re-decoration elevate the home, including new kitchen • The home features a versatile dual living layout, offering a self-contained section cabinetry, bathroom fixtures, gas hot water system plus new gas cooktop on the ground floor with its own entrance • An abundance of cleared land completes this wonderful package, allowing the • An easy 180m stroll to the beach, this home provides everything required to suit ultimate space for family and friends to gather and enjoy alfresco living visiting families, owner occupiers and investors alike

494 Coolamon Scenic Drive, Coorabell 13 Gloria Street, South Golden Beach

Price: $4m – $4.4m Price: Contact Agent

Tara Torkkola Helen Huntly-Barratt Inspection by private appointment only 0423 519 698 Inspection by private appointment only 0412 332 232

Elevated Family Home with Cape Byron Vistas Stunning Rural Lifestyle Property

3 2 2 2004M2 3 2 3 11.6 HA • This generously proportioned family home features views over the tree tops straight • Stunning rural acreage like this is hard to come by with approx. 28 acres including through to Cape Byron Lighthouse a flowing creek, iconic windmill and stunning native established forest • High ceilings and an open plan layout takes full advantage of the ample natural light • Within walking distance to the local primary school and 40 minutes’ drive to a and an expansive use of glass frames the spectacular vistas selection of schools in both Lismore and Mullumbimby • Multiple indoor and outdoor living areas makes entertaining easy anytime of the year • The modern home is perfect for the entertainer and families alike, with every • Scope to add a pool or further develop the garden (STCA) bedroom and living space offering private access to the wraparound timber deck

19 Cape Vista Drive, Ewingsdale 59 Tickles Road, Upper Coopers Creek

Price: Contact Agent Price: $1.55m – $1.65m

Su Reynolds Luke Elwin Paul Prior Lee Grimes Inspection by private appointment only 0428 888 660 0421 375 635 Inspection by private appointment only 0418 324 297 0400 462 312

35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 [email protected] PH: O2 6685 8466 WWW.BYRONBAYFN.COM.AU

28The Byron Shire Echo ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ www.echo.net.au 3 Armstrong Street, Suffolk Park

5 Armstrong Street, Suffolk Park Rare Development Opportunity in Beachside Suffolk Park

• Incredibly rare opportunity to purchase two neighbouring properties in the quiet 8 4 3 1372M2 north-end of Armstrong Street, the premier Suffolk Park beachside location!

• Available for either individual sale or packaged. Land area: 3–5 Armstrong Street, Suffolk Park 3 Armstrong: 663m2, 5 Armstrong: 709m2, Combined: 1372sqm

• This is a development opportunity unlike anything else currently on the market Price: Forthcoming Auction

• Offering seclusion and tranquillity, these fabulous homes are an easy walk to the Paul Banister beach, shops and tavern or a bike ride to the centre of Byron Bay Inspection by private appointment only 0438 856 552

Prime Commercial Space in the Vibrant Byron Bay Stunning Riverside Victorian Property

BUILDING: 330M2 5 3 2 1093M2 • The Byron Arts and Industrial Estate is more tightly held than ever, with blocks of • Maclean is full of character and today’s residents have formed a tight knit community,

this size and level of exposure rarely coming to market creating a small town with a big future! • Peacefully set back from the river sits this distinctive 19th century building which has • This is an incredible business opportunity with double street entrances undergone extensive restoration • Ample off-street parking directly outside the property providing easy accessibility • The dual living design is perfect for B&B, professional offices or medical practitioners • 8-minute drive to the centre of Byron Bay and 7-minute walk from Habitat • This is a fantastic opportunity for both residential and commercial endeavours

2/7–17 Brigantine Street, Byron Bay 105 River Street, Maclean

Price: $2.3m Price: Contact Agent

Paul Banister Paul Prior Lee Grimes Inspection by private appointment only 0438 856 552 Inspection by private appointment only 0418 324 297 0400 462 312

35 FLETCHER ST, BYRON BAY NSW 2481 [email protected] PH: O2 6685 8466 WWW.BYRONBAYFN.COM.AU www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo29 Unit 1/4 Towers Drive, Mullumbimby 13 Your Commercial Property For Lease Area: 197m² Price: $850 – $900 per week 6LWWLQJLQSROOSRVLWLRQRQWKHYHU\SRSXODU0XOOXPELPE\ + GST Deserves Premier Service %XVLQHVV3DUNWKHVHQHZLQGXVWULDOXQLWVDUHLQWKH SHUIHFWVSRWIRU\RXUEXVLQHVVWRJUDEDOOWKHDWWHQWLRQ Open: By Appointment ï$UFKLWHFWXUDOO\GHVLJQHGFRPSOH[ZLWKVW\OLVKFRORXU scheme 'DYLG*RUGRQRI5D\:KLWH&RPPHUFLDO%\URQ%D\LV ï6L]HG*URXQGćRRUVTPZLWKVTPPH]]DQLQH UHFRJQLVHGE\WKH5D\:KLWHJURXSDVD3UHPLHU3HUIRUPHU DQG%XVLQHVV/HDGHUSODFLQJKLPDPRQJWKHWRSRI ï3OHDVDQWRXWORRNVDFURVVWR0W&KLQFRJDQ 5D\:KLWH$JHQWVLQ$XVWUDOLD'DYLGLVWKHRQO\$FFUHGLWHG ï*ODVVVKRSIURQWĆQLVKHVZLWKIXOOKHLJKWUROOHU David Gordon &RPPHUFLDOVSHFLDOLVWLQ%\URQ%D\DQGIDVWEHFRPLQJWKH doors 0418 856 222 SUHIHUUHGDJHQWIRUODQGORUGVDQGVHOOHUVRIFRPPHUFLDODVVHWV • Each unit is connected to a Grease Trap and LQWKH%\URQ6KLUH'DYLGKDVUHFHQWO\VHFXUHGWHQDQFLHV GDYLGJRUGRQ#UD\ZKLWHFRP SOXPEHGIRUJDV IRU&RXQWU\5RDG$FDGHP\%UDQG,QGXVWULH:DQGHUOXVW 6ZLPZHDU/XVK3URGXFWLRQV$ODQD0DULDDQGPDQ\PDQ\ UZE\URQED\FRP ï:LWKLQWKHFRPSOH[ZLOOEHDVWDWHRIWKHDUW PRUHQDWLRQDOUHWDLOWHQDQFLHVORRNLQJWRFDOO%\URQ%D\KRPH J\P&XUUHQWO\ZLWKPHPEHUVHQMR\LQVWDQW H[SRVXUHIRU\RXUEUDQGRUSURGXFWV ,I\RXIHHO\RXUSURSHUW\GHVHUYHVEHWWHUDWWHQWLRQFDOO'DYLG David Gordon Kylie Milek-Zaini IRUDFRQĆGHQWLDOGLVFXVVLRQ rwbyronbay.com 0418 856 222 0459 610 399

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30The Byron Shire Echo ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ www.echo.net.au 20 Flatley Drive, Clunes 424 11/24–26 Bay Street, Byron Bay 221

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21/9–13 Shirley Street, Byron Bay 211 16 Brigantine Street, Byron Bay 310

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TaraTaara ssold our house more quickly, and for a higher price than we could have imagined. RREALEAL SERVICESERVICE She was enthusiastic about our place yet practical and professional in her advice as we prepared the house foror sasale.le. RREALEAL SOLUTIONSSOLUTIONS VENDOR - CLUNES RREALEAL EESTATESTATE TARA TORKKOLA SALES MANAGER / SALES 0423 519 698 | [email protected] Contact Tara to discuss your property or career at First National Byron

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Property Dreaming of the perfect hinterland lifestyle 0411 757 425 20 Flatley Drive, Clunes [email protected] millerrealestate.com.au 4 2 4 Land: 10,000m2 / 2.47 acres Auction 28 RUSKIN STREET, BYRON BAY

A beautiful original character home in Byron Bay’s Golden Grid

Located in the picturesque coastal hinterland town of Clunes, is this immaculate family home on 2.5 acres. Whisper quiet, you will feel instantly relaxed within the haven of your own home. Th is immaculate property has an ideal north-easterly aspect and is surrounded by beautiful verandas on each side to capture the breeze and providing sunny, shaded, and protected spaces. Th e home was cleverly designed with huge windows and doors opening out onto the balcony which incorporates the benefi ts of its ideal aspect, resulting in a home that works harmoniously with the surrounding 3 2 1 505m2 environment and is fl ooded with natural light. Th is is a rare off ering and an incredible family home with so much tranquility, privacy, and space, this property is a destination in itself. PRIVATE INSPECTIONS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT Open: By Appointment Contact: Damien Smith - 0418 123 393 AUCTION SATURDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 12.15PM ON-SITE April Nicolson- 0457 451 094 Ray White Byron Bay 32The Byron Shire Echo ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ www.echo.net.au Property Business Directory

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DETAILED CLEANER/GUEST HOUSE MANAGER All natural products 4.8 Stayz rated ..0410 723601 st t Coa Asph as al ALL ASPECTS OF ASPHALT BEYOND CLEANING GROUP Quality focused. Bruns to Ballina from $49.90-$59.99ph ..0451 102239 E t & BITUMEN SERVICES PROFESSIONAL LOCAL CLEANER excellent references, good rates. Shire wide. Ph Krissy ..0410 860330 6677 1859 COMPUTER SERVICES SERVICING THE EAST COAST OF & THE NSW NORTHERN RIVERS CO ING NCRE E EDG Burringbar RENT-A-GEEK Mobile PC Repair (Byron Shire) ...... 66844335 T BETTER CALL SAUL The Mac Doctor. Repairs. Upgrades. Used Macs ...... 0411 562111 EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATION All aspects gardening & mowing Enhancive garden makeovers CONCRETING & PAVING 0430 297 101 / 6684 5437 TINY EARTHWOR livingearthgardens.com.au SALISBURY Est. 2010 Philip Toovey CONCRETING 0409 799 909 DARYL 0418 234 302 various implements available for limited access projects MC MOWER LAWN, Over 25 yrs local experience. All forms of concreting. GARDEN & PROPERTY Residential • Civil • Industrial Lic.136717c Aeration & lawn renovation. Residential, commercial & acreage mowing. General ALL AROUND CONSCIOUS EARTHWORKS gardening, mulching, pressure washing. DRAINAGE DESIGN • DRIVEWAYS • PADS • WATERWAYS Murray 0434 244 310 | [email protected] CONCRETING ALL ASPECTS OF EARTHMOVING Free Call Daniel Phone: 0468 344 939 www.360earth.com.au Quotes 0424 876 155 NORTHERN RIVERS TRENCHING 0402 716857 Lic No. 337066C Lic No. 65hp chain trencher, excavator, cable locating & tpr. ANDREW FLANAGAN CONCRETING & EXCAVATION Lic 12363889...... 0401 968173 Auger attachment ELECTRICIANS NR TRACTOR CO Excavator & Driveways SLASHING . CLEARING . LANDCARE . Tipper Hire, Shed Slabs 24 HOUR Holes Drilled SERVICE Phone: 0431 678 130 4WD Tractor Slasher & Front Bucket Concreting. [email protected] 0439 624 945 AH 02 66 804 173 For a free quote contact Shane Anderson [email protected] Domestic All Jobs PLATINUM CRETE CONCRETING Lic 225874C. 20 years exp. Free quotes. Justin ...... 0458 773788 Small or 0456 873 203 Commercial Large ANDREW FLANAGAN CONCRETING & EXCAVATION Lic 12363889...... 0401 968173 Lic: 154293c

DECKS, PATIOS & EXTENSIONS ELECTRICAL SECURITY, DATA, TV Steve Nicholls Tim Nicholls [email protected]. Ride-on, large lawns & acreage. Ph Peter ...... 0423 756394 ph: 0455 445 343 ph: 0468 384 203 • Deck restoration, sanding and oiling lic: EC28753 lic: 000102498 GUTTERS CLEANED Solar panel cleaning, all areas, free quotes, fully insured ... 66841778 or 0405 922839 • Special sanding machine removes old coatings, not timber A-Z Lawns & acreage, trees & hedges, clean ups & tip runs, all gutters ...... 0405 625697 • Fantastic over raised nails and screw heads [email protected] • Timber oils & coatings that dry in ACES LANDSCAPED GARDENS Renovations & maintenance. Ph Sam ...... 0477 851493 minutes and last years COUGHRAN ELECTRICAL 24 hour service, Lic 154293C ...... 0439 624945 or 66804173 Call Oliver for a free quote and assessment. LEAF IT TO US Specialists in acreage mowing, garden, tree maintenance ...... 0402 487213 www.fullcirclerefinishing.com • 0455 573 554 RONNIE SPINKS Everything electrical. Lic 27673 ...... 0429 802355 JP ELECTRICAL All electrical. Level 2 ASP. Solar, data + TV. Lic 133082C ...... 0432 289705 PAUL’S MOWING Local & reliable. Mullum, Bruns, O. Shores, Byron & Bangalow ...... 0422 958791 JIM LABELLE ELECTRICAL O.Shores, Mullum, Byron, Brunswick. Lic 176417C ...... 0415 126028 COSTAL GARDENS Landscaping, garden restoration & maintenance...... 0403 717215 SPINKS ELECTRICAL Lic 284939C...... Call Mitch 0421 843477 TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVALS 0408 210772 DECKS BLUE BEE ELECTRICAL 25 years experience. Lic 189508C. Call Dave ...... 0429 033801 4m3 trailer...... BEN FORSYTH, 0422 136408 FREE QUOTES Electrician. Lic:240691C. Ocean Shores & surrounds. No job too small ... BRUSHCUTTING Rubbish, Property Maintenance, Lawns ...... 0412 469109 Lic No 142383C CSE BYRON 20 years of local experience. Small job specialist. Lic 213497C ...... 0457 248597 RICK’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 0424 805660 Call Mark 0498 115 182 JR ELECTRICAL Licence no. 339794c. Call Josh on ...... 0475 346608 Mowing, brushcutting, gardening, hedging ...... FENCING GREEN DINGO for all your mowing and gardening needs. Ph Michael ...... 0497 842442 THE DECK DOCTOR Sanding & refi nishing, cable balustrading. Free quotes. Richard ...0407 821690 GW GARDEN MAINTENANCE Mowing, brushcutting, trees & hedges, trailer ...... 0408 244820 SPECIALIST DECK SANDER (raised nail heads no prob), deck oiling, etc by FCR ...... 0419 789600 BYRON & BEYOND FENCING Any fence, any time, prompt quotes ...... 66804766 or 0439 078549 EDL FENCING Installations & repairs. Prompt service...... 0432 107262 POLLEN GARDENS Lawn & garden maint’. Professional & reliable. Dip. Hort. Dave ...... 0438 783645 DENTISTS FLOW FENCING Pool fencing, timber/colourbond, local, professional and reliable ...... 0416 424256 GAS SUPPLIERS LITTLE LANE DENTAL, MULLUMBIMBY ...... 66842816 FLOOR SANDING & POLISHING BRUNSWICK HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTRE 66851264 ...... THE FLOOR SANDER New & old fl oors, decks, non-toxic fi nishes, special eff ects, free quotes..0407 821690 DESIGN & DRAFTING FLOORING Free Delivery Locally Owned No Rental Est 18 years WE DESIGN & BUILD HEALTHY Reliable MOULD FREE HOMES! www.brunswickvalleygas.com ASK US HOW. • CARPET • TIMBER 0408 760 609 0413 252 115 | [email protected] • LUXURY VINYL GRAPHIC DESIGN WWW.LIVINGHOUSES.COM.AU • RIGID / HYBRID

BAREFOOT BUILDING DESIGN www.barefootbuildingdesign.com ...... Bob Acton 0407 787993 • LAMINATE Graphic Design / Print DAVID ROBINSON DESIGN DRAFTING All Council & construction requirements ...... 0419 880048 We have the expertise to meet all your flooring needs. Branding / Websites BYRON ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & DRAFTING 0423 531448 www.beedad.com.au ...... Free quote and measure. Tutoring FENG SHUI DESIGN CONSULTANT Lizzie Bodenham livingbalancedesigns.com.au...... 0431 678608 Byron Bay - 02 6685 5503 12/70 Centennial Circuit, Byron Bay. borrelldesign.com.au Design & drafting. Residential & commercial ...... 0412 043463 www.choicesflooring.com.au www.thinkblinkdesign.com NORTHFACE DESIGNS www.northfacedesigns.com.au ...... Cody Greer 0434 272353 www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo35 Service Directory North Coast news online

GUTTERING OSTEOPATHY PICTURE FRAMING

NORTH COAST OSTEOPATHY 66857517 Jodie Jacobs. Tues/Thurs/Fri ...... MULLUM PICTURE FRAMERS Stuart St rear lane behind Mitre 10 ...... 0403 734791   PAINTING BILLINUDGEL CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING. 7/1 Wilfred St. Call for appointment ...... 66803444    ! "#"# $"#%    $&'()'*+*  • DEPARTMENT OF FAIR TRADING INFO:When dealing with home owners, painters are required PLASTERING ,,,% -%!.   to quote a licence number only for external work valued over $5000.

SPOTLESS GUTTERS. 0405 922839 ALL-WAYS PAINTING PLASTERING CONTRACTOR Gutter Guard Specialists. Ph ...... BYRON BAY DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL HANDYPERSONS • Domestic & Commercial • Servicing all areas C. A. Warwick Lic. No. 114578C • Workmanship guaranteed ‡)UHHTXRWHV‡*\SURFNÀ[LQJ VHWWLQJ • Attention to detail 0438 784 226 • 6685 4154 &UDLJ0413 451 186 Lic No 189144C DQQHPZDUZLFN#JPDLOFRP BUILDING SERVICES SUNRISE PLASTERING. No job too small. Renovations + patchworks. Gtd sat. Free quote ....0418 992001 RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | INDUSTRIAL | STRATA | MAINTENANCE SERVICES J. RAY PLASTERING 0467 598038 HANDY MAN SERVICES 24 hr response time guaranteed Fully Insured 30 years experience. Quality workmanship. Ph John ...... paul.munten bigpond.com.au 0414 210 222 @ PLUMBERS A.S.A.P. All renos, carpentry, plastering, painting, studios & bathrooms ...... 0405 625697 HANDY ANDY Carpentry, plastering, welding ...... 66884324 or 0476 600956 NEED A PLUMBER? AWESOME REPAIRS Professional, commercial & domestic. Wayne ...... 0423 218417 ABSOLUTE HANDYMAN. Repairs, renovation, maintenance, painting. Call Mark ...... 0402 281638 YVES DE WILDE QUALITY PAINTING SERVICES DRAINER? GASFITTER? HIGHPOINT 0421 896796 Repairs & handyman services. Painting, plastering & tiling. Michael ...... XFINALIST OF THE MASTER PAINTERS OF Chay 0429 805 081 KEEN HANDYMAN SERVICES Repairs, maintenance, gardening, odd jobs ...... 0428 679704 AUSTRALIA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE ENVIRO FRIENDLY PAINTING 20 YEARS LOCAL SERVICE Licence No. 207479C GOOD NEWS HANDYMAN Carpentry, home repairs/renovations etc. Jesse ...... 0458 968290 X X 66680680 77573573 00415415 995252 449494 MR AMAZING All jobs, fast and reliable MR AMAZING...... 0438 785083 www.duluxaccredited.com.au Xwww.yvesdewilde.com.au LIC 114372C HEALTH 30 years experience Blocked drain specialists • OTHER HEALTH RELATED SECTIONS IN THIS SERVICE DIRECTORY: Acupuncture, Everything plumbing,  drainage & gasfi tting Chiropractic, Counselling, Dentists, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy  [email protected] ACUPUNCTURE & COSMETIC MEDICINE 66857366 Dr Adam Osborne ...... ZZZJMJSDLQWLQJFRPDXJDU\#JMJSDLQWLQJFRPDX SHANE WWWW.ENERGYJETTING.COM.AUWW.ENERGYJETTING.COM.AU

MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Massage, Herbs...... 66843002 Lic 167371C WWW.ENERGYPLUMBING.COM.AU 4XDOL¿HG±,QVXUHG±/RFDO4XDOLILHG±,QVXUHG/RFDO 00400400 852852 141141 MOVE TO NURTURE PILATES STUDIO & mat classes. Lennox Head ...... 0404 459605 Free Quotes – 33 years experience )UHH4XRWHV\HDUV([SHULHQFH JARRAH DAVIDSON Plumbing, draining, gas fi tting & roofi ng. Lic 187712C ...... 0438 668025 AYURVEDA, NATUROPATH, Herbs, Jacinta McEwen – Om Healing ...... 0422 387370 BILL CONNORS 66801403 0414 801403 EAST COAST PILATES STUDIO Brunswick Heads Ph Judy ...... 0408 110006 All plumbing/draining. Lic #1051 ...... or THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE. Mark. Ph ...... 0448 441194 KNIGHTSBRIDGE MARK STRATTON All plumbing & emergency. Sewer drain camera/locator. Lic 57803C ....0419 019035 PAINT & DECORATE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR ADM PLUMBING SERVICES 0466 992483 HIRE Lic. 213034C …(NO JOB TOO SMALL)… Lic 234528C...... Call Adam • Restoration • Free Quotes LLOYD MULLUM HIRE Builders, party and much more ...... www.mullumhire.com.au 66843003 • Commercial/Domestic • Fully Licenced SHERLOCK REMOVALISTS • Clean & Reliable • Fully Insured 0411 784 926 INSURANCE CL PAINTING & DECORATING - painting/colour design/wallpapering Lic 363935C .....0432 776959 AUSURE BYRON BAY General insurance. Phone Mick Urquhart ...... 0428 200310 Andy’s Move & More PEST CONTROL Small & Medium Moves, Pianos, Artworks, KITCHENS Tip Runs, 1 or 2 Men at Low Prices to Most Areas D HINGED Kitchens & Joinery. Lic 283553C. www.hinged.com.au ...... Dave 0409 843689 Based from Byron Bay & Mullumbimby LANDSCAPE DESIGN Calls always returned 0429149 533 Est 2006 Professional Property Protection you can Trust BEAU JARDIN Landscape plans & horticultural consultations. beaujardin.com.au ...... 0417 054443 • Targeted treatments for all pests with “no spray” cockroach treatments • If you have found live termites, do not disturb them and call us for advice! No cost for quoting on active termites SHIRE REMOVALS & FREIGHT CO LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES Relax, when safety, reputation and experience matters, we are the experts 6685 4490 or AH on 0414 769 018 www.sanctuarypest.com.au From Middle Pocket to Middle Earth – just give us a ring • Freight services to Brisbane weekly • Carriers of fine art • Furniture removal • E-bay pick up & delivery 02 6681 6555 0409 917 646 • Sand • Soils • Gravels • Pots & statues • Lots, lots more  Free quotes on active termites  Environmentally safe 1176 Myocum Rd, Mullumbimby (just past golf course) YOUR PEST & TERMITE SPECIALISTS 6684 2323 / 0418 663 983 www.allpestsolutions.com.au            LANDSCAPING THE PEST MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Second opinion / alternative views. 50 yrs exp .....0418 110714          BRUNSWICK BYRON PEST CONTROL ...... 66842018       PHOTOGRAPHY  !"#$%# &$' ()* +$$,-$&, .

‡ /RFDO ‡ &RXQWU\ Tree Faerie Fotos ‡ ,QWHUVWDWH Professional • Commercial • Personal /2&$/‡6<'1(<‡*2/'&2$67‡%5,6%$1(‡0(/%2851( 30+ years experience in commercial photography and photojournalism 02 6684 2198 Ken Weir 0488 063 646 www.treefaeriefotos.com • 0417 427 518 TXHULHV#PXOOXPELPE\UHPRYDOVFRPDX PHYSIOTHERAPY Byron Coast Removals Excavation – Drainage – Retaining Walls – Rock Walls NICK EDMOND Physiotherapy & Acupuncture. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Paving – Design – Project Management – Garden Makeovers 466 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby ...... 66845288 SERVICING THE NORTHERN RIVERS AND BEYOND. ANTHONY D’ORSOGNA 66853511 Competitive rates and packing supplies available. LEMONTREELANDSCAPES.COM.AU Liam. Lic No 277154C ...... 0423 700853 Physiotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy Suff olk Park 1 Bryce St ... 0432 552 067 | 6684 5481 | [email protected] OCEAN SHORES PHYSIOTHERAPY Manual therapies, dry needling, custom orthotics, EXCAVATION & TIPPER HIRE Concreting & landscaping. Phil or Steve ...... 0499 359702 shock wave therapy, real time ultrasound. Nigel Pitman, Ilse V Oostenbrugge...... 66803499 LOCKSMITH MAN WITH A VAN/TRUCK 0414 282813 PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY 88 Byron St, Bangalow with Lisa Fitzpatrick on Reasonable rates. Phone Don ...... Brendan Duggan Locksmith. Automotive car keys and lock installation/repair ...... 0412 764148 Wednesday and Thursday. Home visits also available...... 0422 993141 BENNY CAN MOVE IT! ...... 0402 199999 36The Byron Shire Echo ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ www.echo.net.au Service Directory

ROOFING TILING WATER FILTERS

FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR! DOMESTIC • INDUSTRIAL TILE & GROUT The Water Filter COMMERCIAL CLEANING Experts Metal Roofing Installations • Guttering Servicing the Far North Coast for 20 years. for home, commercial MONTYS METAL Downpipes • Fascia • Skylights • Whirlybird Patios • Repairs • Leaf Guard Free quotes. Experienced local technicians. and rural properties ChemDry’s patented cleaning systems. ROOFING Craig Montgomery – 0418 870 362 Far North Coast NSW WINTER SPECIAL: 6680 8200 or Licence NSW: 30715C Email: montysmetalroofi[email protected] John & Teresa 2 0418 108 181 Licence QLD: 1227049 www.montysmetalroofing.com.au 0408 232 066 Every 5th m FREE WATER SUPPLIES RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL [email protected] DRINKING WATER Byron approved truck. 12,500L. Phone Paul ...... 0411 648638 NEW ROOFS / RE-ROOFS 0412 026 441 INSULATED ROOF PANELS WELDING FASCIA & GUTTERS REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE Leaky showers sealed at a WELDING & FABRICATION Structural, General, Repairs: Steel, Aluminium & Stainless ..0408 410545

0411683003 | [email protected] | LIC 223489C fraction of the cost of re tiling. WINDOW CLEANING CLEAN VIEW 0421 906460 TILER / STONEMASON / WATERPROOFER. Lic 24418C. Ph Karl ...... 0439 232434 Prompt, professional, insured. Phone David ...... $OO0HWDO5RR¿QJ WATERPROOFING PERFECTION All types, helpful advice, free quotes. Lic 179306C ...... 66801168 WINDOW TINTING 5RRI3OXPELQJ TRANSPORT SUNRISE W. T. 3/19-21 Centennial Cct, Byron. Cars, homes, offi ces, etc. High quality ..0412 158478 6N\OLJKWVDQG5RRI$FFHVVRULHV SURFWAGON - Car/Home/Offi ce tint. Lifetime Warranty. W/sale price ...... 0434 875009 5RRI0DLQWHQDQFH *XWWHU&OHDQLQJ M: 0400 497 820 Door to Door www.simplymetalroofing.com.au Lic. No: 335399C BYRON Charter Services o Mungo’s Crossword N400 ALL ROOF CLEANING & PAINTING by Full Circle Refi nishing. Ph Oliver ...... 0419 789600 BUS C [email protected] Call 0490 183424 I PAINT ROOFS 0499 373117 12345678 30 years experience ...... Paul Airport Transfers | Tours | Nights Out | Beach Walks RUBBISH REMOVAL Events | Parties | Weddings | Corporate | Festivals 910 OCEAN SHORES SKIPS Mini skip specialists ...... 0412 161564 or 66841232 TREE SERVICES TIP RUNS & RUBBISH REMOVAL 4m3 trailer ...... 0408 210772 11 12 13 MAN WITH UTE. RETHINK REUSE RECYCLE. Ph Mark ...... 0411 113300 CHOPPY CHOP TREE SERVICES THIS IS RUBBISH Tipper truck for hire. Call or text Jono ...... 0412 871438 The Fully Insured Professionals TIP TOP TIPPING RUBBISH REMOVAL Trade, domestic, garden ...... 0422 017072 14 15 16 17 • Stump Grinding • Bobcat • Cherrypicker TIP ME HAPPY Rubbish removal. 1 tonne tipper, ute 4 hire, tip runs, deliveries, pickups .0488 297768 • Crane Truck • 18" Chipper SELF STORAGE Mark Linder Qualified Arborist 18 19 20 0408 202 184 [email protected] B B S S BYRON BAY 21 22 23 24 Mon to Fri 9am–5pm SELF STORAGE 25 26 27 Self storage with security. Largest choice of sizes. 8-10 Tasman Way, Byron Arts & Industrial Estate www.byronbayselfstorage.com.au | 6685 8349 | [email protected] 28 29 SEPTIC SYSTEMS Cryptic Clues Quick Clues ACROSS ACROSS 1. Diggers’ swords, as they used to be 1. Suit (6)  Home sewage solutions called (6) 5. Infi delity (8)  Commercial PRUNING ~ REMOVALS ~ STUMP GRINDING 5. They say it breaks a commandment wastewater treatment 9. Figure of speech (8) • 20 years local knowledge and experience • Fully insured / free quotes – but maybe it’s just growing up! (8)  Rainwater tanks 9. A contradiction in terms from an idiot 10. Likenesses (6) Lic 312643C concrete and plastic • 19 inch chipper • Bobcat • Cherry picker • Crane truck on the banks if the Isis, it appears (8) 11. 19th century Russian novelist (10)  Sales  Installation  Service www.harttreeservices.com.au 0427 347 380 10. Individual wizards could be icons (6) 13. Anchor (4) Northern Rivers Pty Ltd • [email protected] 11. He produced crime and punishment 14. Match (4) – kids vote so stupidly (10) 0418 754 149 • 07 5523 9930 • 1300 Taylex • www.taylex.com.au 15. Come off accidentally (4,1,5)  !"#$   %&#$' 13. Entertain an army (4) () *+#!", "#"- 18. It justifi es war (Latin) (5,5) TRINE SOLUTIONS Local sewerage specialists. Plumbers, drainers & gas fi tters. Lic 138031C . 0407 439805 14. A gentle song for a couple (4) 20. Latin initialism seen on Roman ,(%./!"0!")1 02",$ 15. Apes kill at random, and have an ON-SITE WASTEWATER 0484 993990 3! , .,!")2" ($,#"-* currency, buildings and insignia Management Reports. Professional environmental reports & advice. .   unexpected fall (4,1,5) (1,1,1,1) 124 *!-5  !      18. Clumsy Bill causes the reason for the 21. Informal for 1,000 (4) SNAKE CATCHERS      +($-4!")/ "1# , confl ict – in Latin! (5,5)  (% ) "-*2#$$6(, 20. And the Latin motto found on 23. Infl ection (10)   !"#$' $!#3$  &!- banners is just four consecutive 25. Suffi cient (6) letters – confused? (1,1,1,1) 26. Embodies traditional US values (5,3) 21. Still Latin, you embrace the former 28. Uproot (8) ruler of 22 – an old you! (4) JACK HOGAN 29. Long-eared dog (6) Expert Tree Removal 23. Enthusiastic about the state –it’s all DOWN about the pitch! (10) 00411411 039039 373373 Pruning & Wood Chipping 25. Ample – huge, on examination (6) 2. Period of tranquility in 1st and 2nd 26. Really neat dessert (5,3) centuries (3,6) 0400337758 28. Get rid of princess’s holiday home (8) 3. Greek goddess of the harvest (7) 29. Low alien hound (6) 4. Knight (3) @trunkmonkarb DOWN 5. Patron saint of young girls (5) SOLAR INSTALLATION 2. Panorama created around the Cross 6. Becoming a whole (11) SUMMERLAND TREE SERVICES ...... Call Tim 66813140 or 0417 698227 – more than two centuries of Latin 7. Place of light refreshments (7) concord! (3,6) 8. Staggers (5) PETER GRAY Grad. Cert. Arb. AQF8. Consulting arborist ...... 0414 186161 3. Greek goddess of French measuring Pioneers of the solar industry 12. Set up (11) device (7) Serving Northern NSW since 1998 BYRON TREE SERVICES Qualifi ed, insured. Call Alex ...... 0402 364852 4. Gentleman – French if right (3) 16. Korean airline (1,1,1) Call us on 6679 7228 MARTINO TREE SERVICES 0435 019524 17. Black lolly (9) Your local, qualified team...... Martino 5. Long periods around name of ship m 0428 320 262 Specialists in standalone & LEAF IT TO US 4x4 truck/chipper + crane truck. Local, qualifi ed, insured. Free quotes ...... 0402 487213 wrecked near eponymous waters 19. Odd (7) e [email protected] near 1770 (5) 20. They put cutlery on the table (7) grid interact system designs. OUT ON A LIMB 0402 191316 Electric Lic 124600c outonalimbtreeservices.wordpress.com...... Call Lucas 6. International body and one 22. Jane Fonda’s nickname (5) Australian in a story of coming UPHOLSTERY together (11) 24. Do business (5) 7. Posh – eat recklessly in a cafe (7) 27. Bar (3) BANGALOW UPHOLSTERY 66805255 8. Royal fi sh dances! (5) &ŝŶĚŽƵƚŚŽǁLJŽƵĐĂŶĞƌŽLJŽƵƌƉŽǁĞƌŝůůǁŝƚŚ&ƌĞĞƐŽůĂƌĞŶĞƌŐLJ Now at Billinudgel. Re-covering specialists ...... Last week’s solution N399 UPHOLSTERY & CURTAIN MAKING 66840427 12. Stable renovated, one farm building Free quotes. Phone Rebecca ...... set up on a permanent basis (11) REGAIN MONARCHS ǀĞƌLJƚŚŝŶŐ'ŽŽĚŝŶ^ŽůĂƌ͕ĂƚƚĞƌŝĞƐ OON I VTHP Θ^ŽůĂƌ,ŽƚtĂƚĞƌ 16. Potassium and Aluminium found in CROOKEDDEAL AI R  VALUERS Korean airline (1,1,1) KSERUNI ĂůůsŝŶĐĞŶƚ^ĞůůĞĐŬ 17. Strong drink and hard drug – but it’s HA I RP I N NONAGON ĨŽƌĂ&ƌĞĞŽŶƐƵůƚĂƚŝŽŶ BYRON BAY VALUERS NSW & QLD reg’d. Chartered Valuers ...... 0431 245460 or 66857010 called confectionery! (9) ONOT I C EG SIMPSON PROPERTY GROUP 19. Peacekeepers and America turn over LIGHTNINGCHESS WŚϬϮϲϲϴϴϰϰϴϬ - Valuation, Advisory & Asset M/ment. Specialists in: Residential, a line – peculiar (7) EO CH I S ǁǁǁ͘ϴϴϴƐŽůĂƌƚĞŬ͘ĐŽŵ͘ĂƵ Rural, Commercial & Industrial. www.simsonproperty.com.au ...... 0400 134562 or 0427 220976 20. Crossword compilers can be dogs (7) CONTRACTBR I DGE PDHLTEEN 22. Hoi An confused with another RETREAT REVI S I T TELEVISION SERVICES VETERINARY SURGEONS Vietnamese city (5) IARWAE E 24. Leave one out of he diatribe – deal? (5) NOS E L I M I NAT I ON DIGITAL ELECTRONICS REPAIR & SERVICE TV. Audio. Antennas ...... 66843575 or 0414 922786 MULLUM VET CLINIC: Richard Gregory, Bec Willis, Mark Sebastian – After hours avail ...66843818 27. Drinking hole drops off 99 from TT INNLRC genital region (3) STERNEST ESTATE INSTALL SERVICE: TV, Wi-Fi, AV, special pensioner/concession rate...... Damian 0414 741233 NORTH COAST VETERINARY SERVICES Dr Lauren Archer ...... 66840735 www.echo.net.au ƖīƖƆƐǨǯǽǩǧǩǨ The Byron Shire Echo37 Classifieds North Coast news online

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