2018 BYRON BAY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION - Byron Community Centre

2018
ANNUAL REPORT
                                                     BYRON BAY
                                                     COMMUNITY
                                                     ASSOCIATION

                                                     GROWING COMMUNITY . . .

69 Jonson Street Byron Bay NSW 2481 - 02 6685 6807      byroncentre.com.au

INDEX OF REPORTS
GM’s REPORT                      Paul Spooner     2
PRESIDENT’S REPORT             Jason Arthurton    3
SECRETARY’S REPORT                 Peter Tanner   4
TREASURER’S REPORT                 Paul Aroney    5
MARKETS                         Kate Hardman      7
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS             Cherie Bromley 10
VENUE                           Tanja Greulich 16
SPECIAL EVENTS                   Paul Spooner 21
IN APPRECIATION 		 23

Trevor Sleep
28 August 1951 – 31 October 2018

It was with a sense of sadness and heavy hearts that
the BCC family learnt of the passing of Trevor Sleep
this year.
Trevor became a BCC volunteer in 2013 and
assisted with the No Interest Loans Scheme
operations.
He joined the management committee in 2014 and
served as a wonderful treasurer from 2014-16.
Trevor stepped in as acting general manager during
Paul’s extended leave in January-March 2015.
He was always a great help around the centre and
was instrumental in establishing the Coffee Box
in 2016 and assisting with the new theatre seats
installation last year.
Trevor will be sadly missed but fondly remembered.

GM’s REPORT
Paul Spooner

‘Growing Community’ is the theme for this years report and that’s exactly what the volunteers and staff of the
Byron Community Centre have been doing every day (and a lot of nights!) over the last year.
BCC is an organisation that brings together residents, workers, businesses, artists, and representatives of
government in a unique and wonderful way. It’s an organisation where everyone can find a purpose, a way
to contribute and, hopefully, a place to belong. From Jason, the President of the organisation, who helps steer
the direction of the BCC Enterprise through safe and, at times, treacherous waters to Al who is on deck by 7:30
six mornings a week setting up the Coffee Box to welcome its first customers and Alice, our head barista, who
then froths up her magic coffee potions helping ordinary Byron Bay folk sail smoothly and contentedly into
their day. BCC is one of those organisations that never seems to sleep.
As the pages of this report demonstrate, it may be a featherweight in terms of size and income but it punches
way above its weight class in the programs, activities and events it delivers.
A major organisational step was taken this year by beginning a reorganisation of how BCC is managed. After
some soul searching it was agreed to establish a management team that I oversee as General Manager. The
team comprises: Cherie Bromley (Community Programs Manager), Tynae Carmichael (Office and Finance
Manager), Kate Hardman (Markets Manager), and Tanja Greulich (Venue Manager). This is a talented team
of experienced, enthusiastic and engaged staff that mark a generational and managerial change for BCC.
A team that I look forward to helping shape and evolve BCC into the future.
By the way, they have already started to deliver in spades and I am expecting amazing things to roll out over
the coming year!
This year we have welcomed new people and unfortunately said goodbye to others including Barbara
Stander who moved on after 5 years as our very engaged and much respected Finance Administrator and to
Trevor Sleep (a past Treasurer and Committee Member) who sadly passed away.
On a personal note, I want to thank all committee members, staff, volunteers and residents who have
supported me in my role throughout the past year.
But my biggest thanks goes to my partner - Mariana De Lourdes Barrios Acosta who continues to keep me
sane, healthy and nourished. Without ‘Mi Vida’ I would never make it through the day.
As General Manager of BCC, it puts me firmly
in the centre of many community storms but also
provides me with a wonderful place to hang my
hat and soak up the Byron Bay vibes. I wouldn’t
have it any other way!
See you at the next show, market, movie, meal,
shower, drumming, forum, coffee or meeting
event…..

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Jason Arthurton

As I complete a decade of volunteering at The Centre, I have reflected and given thought to what it is that I
value so deeply about being part of our team. I was speaking to Cherie recently and whilst I listened to her
tell me of her attempts to support a challenging individual, I understood that she was committed to helping
individuals that our modern society might leave behind. I see that same energy and commitment from all of our
staff and volunteers. We are all connected by our wish to be part of a team that is united in helping people
who might otherwise fall through the cracks, and in doing so provide them with the tools and experiences to
help them build and grow. It is an honour and a privilege to have served with all of you.
There are so many different faces and volunteers who make a valuable contribution that I cannot name them
all but, as President, my thanks go out to all of you who bring your time and energy to help make The Centre
the very unique and special place it is. There are some volunteers and staff I see more of than others, most
likely due to them keeping the same hours, so to those familiar faces.... thank you Pippy, Grant, Tony, Jim,
Jeannie, Hernan, Lyn, Alice and for those I am yet to meet, I would also like to thank you for the commitment of
your time and energy.
At the very beginning of the year, we were faced with a set of challenging and complex issues to work through
at our Community Markets at Butler Street. Our attempts to accommodate stallholders had encouraged some
of them to behave very poorly towards our staff. In our attempts to re-establish a safe working environment
for our staff and a more healthy and functioning relationship with our stallholders, we faced some backlash.
However I am very happy to report that, 6 months later, the Markets are running better than at anytime during
the past 10 years. I am proud to be part of a Management Committee that prioritised its staff’s care and safety
and had the courage to face this problem head on. We have a very strong and committed Markets team so
thank you to Kate, Graham, Carl, Cyprian, Majida, Victoria, Tao and all the volunteers - it’s been a great year!
Our Theatre continues to be the mainstay of cultural events in the Bay, putting on a wide variety and large
number of events throughout the course of the year. There is something for almost every member of our
community to enjoy, so I would like to say thank you to our theatre team and Tanja for doing such a wonderful
job. The recent grant we received will mean we can improve and upgrade the Theatre and help it remain the
colourful and much loved beating heart of our town.
My thanks also goes to the team who run the Coffee Box. It has quickly established itself as a valuable
addition to The Centre’s operations, with the team of staff and vollies having created a wonderful “vibe”, and
I believe this year’s “Heart of Byron” will go to Al for his efforts. Well earned and well done Al!
Our strong and talented Management Committee provide a wide variety of skills and are committed to
continuing to improve our services. We stand on the “shoulders of giants” and are careful not to lose sight of
the reason The Centre exists “to be a place where those who feel lost and alone can come to talk to us and get
help”. It also serves as a place for those in our community who wish to contribute their love, time and energy to
help others and deliver wonderful experiences.

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SECRETARY’S
REPORT
Peter Tanner

This is my first year as Secretary and second serving
on the Committee of Management. I continue to
be impressed by the methodical work of committee
members to ensure that the Community Centre
remains a vital social asset to Byron Bay.
We’ve had some challenges throughout the year
but we have rationalised some of our program
delivery, largely due to funding constraints, and
have implemented a new management structure
that will provide stability in the future; we have a
fabulous team running the Centre now.
It is impossible to write anything about the Centre
without acknowledging the amazing work of our
many volunteers; they are an inspiration and truly
reflect the heart of Byron.
And of course, Paul Spooner’s vision, energy and
commitment to our community continues to inspire
us all.

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TREASURER’S REPORT
Paul Aroney

The biggest effort for the current year has been a continuation of the move from organisational reporting
to activity based reporting. Activity Based Reporting provides improved information to our Management
Committee. It also supports more accurate budgeting of future financial results and cash flows.
The Management Committee reconfirmed their commitment to Activity Based Reporting during the year and
the finance component of the inhouse management team was upgraded as part of an overall management
restructure which has recently been finalised.
Looking forward there are a couple of matters which will need to be managed:
1. NSW Crown Lands has changed how it manages the Crown Reserve System. Our role will change from
     trustee to Land Manager of the Byron Bay Community Reserve on which the Community Centre is built. Byron
     Bay Community Association’s management role has been extended 10 years to 2031, which is good news!
2. Repayments for the loan taken out, some years ago, to restore and upgrade the building. It was structured
     with lower payments up front and higher (balloon) payments at the back end to assist the Community
     Centre get going. We are now approaching the time when the higher balloon payments are due and cash
     will be tight. Given that our management has been extended another 10 years it would be desirable to
     refinance the loan over the longer period. We will work in the coming year to achieve this outcome.
Lastly, our new auditors, WCA Group in Lismore, have passed a fresh set of eyes over our processes and
records and once again given us a clean bill of health – our records and reports fairly state our financial
position. Additionally, they have made a number of minor recommendations for improvements to our approvals
processes and associated documentation. These can be put into the category of “justice must not only be done, it
must be seen to be done” and will be reviewed and agreed with the auditors and implemented going forward.
The financial results for the past year indicate the following:

                                                                     Income             Surplus/(Deficit)

CONSOLIDATED                                                     $1,836,336                 $138,885

Byron Bay Community Association (BBCA)
manages community services, markets and special events            $1,082,370                 $106,880
Byron Bay Community Reserve Trust (BBCRT)
manages the Byron Community Centre and Byron Theatre               $705,457                   $37,583
Byron Bay Community Benefit Fund (BBCBF)
raises money for services assisting those in need                   $48,509                   ($5,578)

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$1.8M
                  INVESTED IN
                  COMMUNITY
Paul Spooner

Jason Arthurton

Peter Tanner

Paul Aroney

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2018
                                                                                      MARKETS
                                                                                             REPORT

The Byron Markets showcase the grassroots of the Northern Rivers creative heart to all who visit here. Amidst the
dynamic and lively atmosphere at each market we find new ideas, new products and alternative ways of being.
As part of this, Byron Markets is committed to supporting local residents in the establishment of their business
enterprises and gives preference to local stallholders who make, bake, sew or grow what they sell.
The Byron Markets continue to be a crucial income stream for the Community Centre and local charities. They
support over 600 local businesses from across the Northern Rivers region and provide a melting pot for a diverse
range of artisans, importers and creators.
2018 has seen many positive changes within the Byron Markets and has been an incredibly productive year.
The markets team is led by Markets Manager, Kate Hardman, with each market being operated by dedicated
managers. 2018 has welcomed some new members to the team and the markets crew is stronger than ever,
stacked with a wealth of experience, knowledge and enthusiasm. An unwavering dedication to their jobs and
to the constant improving of the markets has been evident across all areas including; waste reduction and
management, marketing, staff training and operations.
Recently the markets have started working with Plastic Free Byron towards becoming a Plastic Free Champion
across all markets. Markets management continues to work with the Byron Markets Advisory Committee, made up
of stall holder representatives from each of the markets, working on ways to improve and strengthen the markets.
Recently a sub-committee focused their attention on marketing and vision concepts for the markets, yielding some
very positive and productive outcomes. We thank stall holders for their valuable time in advising and being an
active part of their markets community.

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           MARKETS
     14 Community Markets
      27 Twilight Markets
      4 Beachside Markets

6744 $14739 $21027
STALLS    RAISED BY    PAID TO
           LOCAL      MUSICIANS
          CHARITIES

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MARKET STAFF & VOLUNTEERS
The monthly Community Market at the Butler Street Reserve welcomed a new manager, Graham Double, in
May this year and he hit the ground running with enthusiasm and drive. Thanks to long time markets manager,
Majida Steinfeld, the Beachside Market continues to run like a well-oiled machine, being one of the most
popular markets in Byron Shire along our beautiful foreshore. Our revamped Twilight Market has a fresh
season in front of it with continuing manager Victoria Spring and new manager Tao van Wieringen at the
helm. Along with Annett Welss they bring positive change and enthusiasm to the weekly night market held in
Railway Park.
Behind the scenes, the talented Carl Taylor – man of many hats – supports Graham with the huge job of
administration and payments. On site, Greg Curry is the crew boss who keeps it all running smoothly on the
day with a team of dedicated staff starting at the crack of dawn. Our on point marketing is thanks to Annett,
who puts her heart into the Stall Holder of the month campaign and also creates our monthly newsletter. Our
info tent is a friendly welcoming place thanks to the happy face of Cyprian Graczyk, who also volunteers his
time each week at the centre.
The markets would also not be what they are without the valuable volunteers who take time to work with
the markets team on a diverse range of tasks. No amount of thanks can express the gratitude we feel to our
volunteers and the work they do to help us keep running – Thank You!

2018
                                                                           COMMUNITY
                                                                               PROGRAMS
                                                                                  REPORT

After 8 years, stepping up into a managerial position has been a challenge for our volunteer coordinator. The
new position required system changes in the volunteer program and relationship changes with staff.
It all seems to be working positively.

COFFEE BOX - COFFEE CONNECT PROGRAM
• 15 people graduated from the Coffee Connect Work Experience Program in 2017/18
• 80% reported increased community connection
• 100% reported increased self-confidence
• 100% reported increased skills for employment
• 85% now employed, studying or volunteering in the community
Coffee Box trainee Tara Cullen said:
“I have gained enormous confidence personally and work wise
through my training in the Coffee Box. I am now confident in my
ability to connect with people and provide genuine customer service.”

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HOMELESSNESS PROJECTS
Elyssa Purdie recently joined the Byron Community Centre in the role of Project
Worker (Rough Sleepers). Elyssa says: “I’ve had an exciting and welcoming
start to the Byron Community Centre in my role, covering the Homeless Showers,
Homeless Breakfast and the new Wet Weather Shelter Project.”
Elyssa spends time working alongside the committed volunteers of Homeless
Showers and Homeless Breakfast projects ensuring that it is well resourced and
coordinated.
The Wet Weather Shelter project is well underway with staff and volunteers
recruited; a Red Cross training day on the operation of an emergency evacuation
centre; the purchase of camp beds and other essential items.
Elyssa concludes: “I am currently working on a policy and procedures manual for
the Wet Weather Shelter, and booking a trial set-up date at the venues.”

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SENIORS ACTIVITIES
• The seniors’ drumming group ‘Elder Beats’ had an average weekly attendance of 35 people
• The weekly social morning tea is a highlight for many of the seniors who attend
• Chair yoga has an average attendance of 12 people
  Many of the senior yogis have been coming to the class for 5 years now and they still love it!
• The Bay Singers seniors’ choir, has 10 singers, and is followed by the ukulele class
• A seniors’ Tai Chi class is run at the cabin

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VOLUNTEER HUB
• The hub referred over 200 volunteers to the 56 registered organisations
• 7 dedicated volunteers work in the program under the guidance of Pippy Wardell
• 159 volunteers attended events this year promoting wellbeing and up-skilling
• 12 organisations were represented at seven networking meetings and trainings
• The Hub’s Exhibition took volunteer opportunities to people in the north and west of the Shire
• 12 people participated in the Coffee Box Listeners program during October as part of Mental Health
   Awareness month

BCC VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
People continue to find their way into meaningful volunteer positions at the BCC.
334 volunteers are currently subscribed to receive volunteer e-news and updates.

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MEDIA DEPARTMENT
Our Impact Update campaign began in 2016 and continues to inform our community about the organisation’s
work, goals, achievements and successes. Our not-for-profit Coffee Box, the Homeless Shower Project,
the Homeless Breakfast, and our Byron Shire Volunteer Hub are only some of the projects included in this
campaign.
Annett Wells heads up our dedicated media team, sharing the Impact Update campaign through press
releases in the local newspapers, the BCC website and on social media - Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.
Throughout the year, we were able to grow our social media followers on all 3 channels to a combined
audience of 9,000.
The media team worked diligently on updating the content and layout of our website to make it more user-
friendly and easier for our visitors to find information about the Byron Community Centre.

               www.byroncentre.com.au

               @byroncommunitycentre

               @byroncommunitycentre

               @byroncentre

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2018
                                                                                        VENUE
                                                                                              REPORT

The Byron Theatre and Community Centre continues to offer its valued local audience a diverse, creative and
interesting range of theatre content, as well as generous & supportive community programs. Our staff and facilities
are highly regarded and the Byron Theatre has an ongoing reputation for producing quality entertainment.
Some major highlights for 2018 include: Kitty Flannagan, David Strassman, Angel Olsen, The Whitlams, Kaki
King, Alex Williamson & David Helfgott. Adventure Reels presented 8 amazing sold out Film Festivals at the
theatre including Ocean FF, Banff Mountain FF, Radical Reels, Top Dogs & Gutsy Girls. We also hosted five
sold out screenings of Andy Irons: Kissed by God which clearly proves that Byron loves a great surf movie!
Bookings are coming in thick & fast for next year already, including Wendy Matthews, Calexico, Luka Bloom,
Menopause The Musical, The Celtic Tenors and Soweto Gospel Choir.
As in previous years, the theatre played host to many talented local musicians including Shai Shriki, Matt
Hill, Carl Cleaves, Slim Pickins and Gabriel Otu. We also looked after local families with amazing kids
entertainment and school holiday programs. Some highlights included Children Are Stinky, Kids Drum &
Dance Workshops, Kidzclub Craft Workshops, regular Bright Lights School Holiday events, Bunny Racket
and local circus performer Shorty Brown who performed her show Imaginitis for the very first time in a theatre
environment.
The theatre saw some amazing dance and ballet performances this year. Our local Byron Ballet had their two
regular annual seasons, which included sold-out shows for the recent Sleeping Beauty performances. The
Victorian State Ballet performed two sold-out seasons: Beauty & The Beast and Snow White. The Melbourne
City Ballet performed the much loved ballet Carmen. Both the national ballet companies will return again next
year – The Victorian State Ballet are performing Cinderella and the ever-popular Nutcracker. The Melbourne
City Ballet are booked in for Alice In Wonderland.

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The Byron Theatre presented two national touring events this year: STOLEN by Jane Harrison - A National
Theatre of Parramatta Production and B2M - Mamanta in conjunction with Artback NT. STOLEN focused on
the stories of five children taken from their families. With endearing characters and plenty of humour, STOLEN
was ultimately a play about love and loss, resilience and hope. We hosted three amazing stage performances
including a sold out school session. B2M - Mamanta is best described as a pumping RnB performance Tiwi
Islands style, the show was a unique blend of contemporary and traditional sounds that revealed the full
breadth of Tiwi Island culture and identity. Both shows were incredibly well received by our local audience for
their content, diversity and high profile calibre.
The theatre once again supported a wide variety of local theatre companies, seniors groups, music ensembles,
schools and local businesses. Some of the locally sponsored events included: The Vagina Conversations,
NAIDOC week, In My Skin by The Byron Youth Theatre, Byron Peace Meditation Concert featuring Byron
Community Choir, ‘Fulcrum’ - Women’s Theatre Performance presented by Public Act Theatre, Two Wolves
presented by BANG! Theatre Company, PASH (Positive Adolescent Sexual Health) Community Forum
presented by ACON, and Fearless Seniors Film Festival in conjunction with Feros Care & Screenworks.
The theatre could not function as well as it does without the tireless efforts of the wonderful venue staff and
volunteers. Carl Taylor and Grant Martin continue to keep the office humming smoothly. Lyn Ruming heads up
her cast of volunteers who are dedicated to making the theatre look its best at all times. The night event team
including Jeannie Merritt, Linda Jackson and Graham Double are fabulous at dealing with clients and patrons
alike, to ensure that everyone has a great experience at the theatre. Theatre technicians, Cameron Mercer and
Clancy Western, ensure that all shows run seamlessly from start to finish. The Theatre Bar continues to offer
a very social atmosphere offering local beverages before and during our shows under the watchful eye of
Daniel Barrios, our cheerful bar manager. A huge shout out also goes to the simply unbelievable volunteers
who come in daily, weekly, monthly to assist with the regular operations of the venue.
Thank you all so much!

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17650
TICKETS SOLD
(1000 MORE THAN 2017)

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400
                                                     EVENTS
                                                    including
                                                     180
                                                   SPONSORED
 “We had a great time in the theatre. Would
love to do it again soon. All your staff are         EVENTS
legends. Rock on!”
Andy - Bunny Racket (Kids Music performer)

 “What a great experience at ‘The Byron
Theatre’: the kindness and the support was
magic. Everyone involved held such a
positive space. The staff worked above and
beyond. … It brought my show ‘Imagintis’ to
another level. Thank you so much.”
Shorty Brown - Kids Circus Performer

“The Book Room at Byron is regularly
involved in events at the Byron Theatre. The
management, staff and facilities represent
a much needed, regularly used and always
enjoyed Centre for cultural expression
and activity. For us, the Byron Theatre &
Community Centre succeeds in living up to its
name as the centre for our community.”
John Mitchell – The Book Room

“Thanks again for a great couple of shows.
Your team were so delightful to work with.”
Jemima Robertson – Adventure Reels

“The Byron Theatre is the preferred venue in
town for Byron Writers events outside of the
Festival site. The venue and staff at the Centre
are a dream to work with. We’ve had many
sold out events at the Theatre including one
with Tim Winton earlier this year.”
Sarah Ma - Byron Writers Festival

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The conference and festivals at the Centre have remained steady this year with some major events including
YHA Conference, EB Games, The Australia & NZ College of Anaesthetists and of course the annual Taste Of
Love Festival, Tango Festival and Latin Fiesta.
The meeting rooms are still heavily booked by local businesses and repeat clients. Launchpad returns next year
with multiple bookings and the election pre-poll bookings will mean that the Cavanbah room is particularly
busy.
A local yoga school have had 3 and 6-day bookings in the Cavanbah Room this year for teacher training,
which will continue into 2019. Long Island University has also returned to the Centre using the Verandah Room
on a regular ongoing basis.
The Community Cabin continues to be popular with community groups and once again this year every
weekday evening is booked. The Pass and Little Wategos Room are popular for language lessons and small
meetings.
Enterprise & Training Company (ETC) has taken the Fletcher St Kitchen for practicals for their students on
Fridays, while Liberation Larder and Homeless Breakfast still supply meals on their regular weekdays.
The Bar has developed and grown during the past year with Stone & Wood still a major sponsor. Zilzie
Wines is interested in coming on board with their fine selection of wines. As well as beverages, the Events Bar
now also sells Cobbs popcorn and Flying Fox ice creams alongside its regular selection of Brookfarm nuts &
snacks.
Finally, as we go to print, BCC was lucky enough to receive funding from two significant submissions this year:
the Public Reserve Fund and Liquor & Gaming. The grant totals amounted to $260K and will be spent on new
theatre equipment, both sound & lighting, new street frontage & signage, and a funky & modern re-design of
the Theatre Events Bar. We can’t wait to get started on the project, as it will be a long awaited fresh new look
for the bustling Centre that is the heart of our Community.
The Byron Theatre is committed to servicing the local community in as many ways as we can.
Looking forward to another sensational year of growth, partnerships & high class events in 2019!

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2017
SPECIAL EVENTS
SOUL STREET
The Soul Street team delivered another wonderful event down the main street of Byron Bay on New Years Eve.
Over 10,000 residents and visitors mingled with musicians, artisans, and food stalls to create a chilled out, fun filled
vibe to bring in the 2018 year.
In its 5th year the Soul Street NYE event has proven to be a popular strategy to allow families and others to party
in a safe, friendly way in Byron Bay.
The Soul has been brought back to Byron Bay on New Year’s Eve!

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2018
                                                                      SPECIAL EVENTS
                                                                           FIRST SUN
The First Sun event continues to inspire and be enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
This was the third year the event was held at the Byron Lighthouse.
Around 1,000 people walked or made their way on a shuttle bus to witness the first rays of sun for 2018 from the
most easterly point on mainland Australia.
Reflections of the year past and intentions for the year ahead were made in a peaceful and communal way.
OM Shanti Byron Bay!

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MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Jason Arthurton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President
Helen Hamilton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deputy President
Paul Aroney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer
Peter Tanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary
Jani Collins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member
Penny Beaumont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member
Paul Jameson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member
Tricia Shantz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member
David Sweet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member

KEY STAFF
Cherie Bromley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Community Programs Manager
Pippy Wardell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Volunteer Hub
Kate Hardman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Market Manager
Graham Double . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Market Manager
Majida Steinfeld . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beachside Market Manager
Victoria Spring, Robbie Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Twilight Market Manager
Tao van Wieringen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twilight Market Manager (commenced October 2018)
Tanja Greulich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Venue Manager
Jeannie Merritt, Linda Jackson, Graham Double . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Event Coordinators
Carl Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Meeting Rooms Coordinator
Grant Martin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ticketing and Promotions Coordinator
Cameron Mercer, Clancy Western . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Theatre Technicians
David Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Theatre Projectionist
Daniel Wilson Barrios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bar Manager
Alice Lefebvre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coffee Box Head Barista
Drew Rogers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Homelessness Worker
Kristen Alexander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Service Worker
Shanti Des Fours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Development Worker
Elyssa Purdie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Project Worker - Rough Sleepers (commenced July 2018)
Annett Welss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Social Impact Coordinator
Barbara Stander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Finance Administrator
Tynae Carmichael . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Office and Finance Manager (commenced September 2018)
Paul Spooner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  General Manager

VOLUNTEERS
To the many, many wonderful volunteers
It’s not possible without you!

                                                                 THANK
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2018
AUSPICED ORGANISATIONS
Byron Youth Theatre
Public Act Theatre
RePercussion

SUPPORTERS
Liberation Larder                        IN APPRECIATION
Byron Bay International Film Festival
Social Futures
Northern Rivers Community Gateway
Lismore Financial Counselling Service
Northern Rivers Community Legal Centre
Bay-FM
Byron Shire Echo
Byron Shire News
First National Real Estate
The Barefoot Barista
Byron Bay Coffee Company
Stone & Wood
Falls Festival
Byron Shire Council
Department of Social Services
Australia Post
Connecting Home
Westpac Foundation
Shogun Signs
Byron Bazaar Magazine
KidzKlub
Byron4Kids
Northern Rivers Community Foundation
St Vincent de Paul
Global Ripple
Cunning Stunts
Harcourts
Habitat Traders

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