Woolies advent stirs up passions

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Woolies advent stirs up passions
Cr Jan Barham undecided but
Unrest among Greens
Story & photo Eve Jeffery
It was standing room only at over Mayor’s ‘intentions’
Saturday’s public meeting
hosted by the Mullumbimby on Splendour DA
Community Action Group
(MCAG), to discuss and
share information about the Michael McDonald regional facility to be real-
plans for a Woolworths Various members of local ised within commercially
supermarket in Station green groups and the Byron realistic timeframes,’ Mr
Street, Mullumbimby. Ballina Greens are express- Doolan noted.
Several people were invited ing concern over what they Mr Doolan also said the
to address the meeting, and perceive to be Byron Shire meeting of September 4
both speakers and audience Mayor Jan Barham’s posi- ‘recognised the concep-
were passionate about their tion on the Splendour DA tual merit of the proposal
views on the issue. for the North Byron Shire in seeking to establish a
Former Maleny resident Parklands site at Yelgun. cultural facility of regional
Katrina Shields warned of A Greens resolution of significance, whilst simul-
the hidden dangers of larger September 13, 2007, taneously achieving sig-
corporations invading a advised Greens councillors, nificant environmental
small space. ‘The main aim Cr Barham among them, outcomes’.
for Woolworths is to generate the branch is opposed to In response to The Echo’s
money for its shareholders,’ the DA. inquiries, Mayor Barham
she said. ‘They want to dom- Some concerns centre said, ‘I have not made up my
inate the market. It is a cut- around a closed meeting in mind re the DA. I haven’t
Former Maleny resident Katrina Shields and sustainability campaigner Helena Norberg-Hodge out-
throat business and they side last Saturday’s meeting to discuss the prospect of Woolworths coming to Mullumbimby. Council chambers on Sep- done an inspection yet and
have been very successful.’ tember 4, 2006, apparently I’m waiting to do so with
Ms Shields also said that who support the commu- made the point that we all said. ‘Some of the Wool- facilitated by the Depart- staff so that issues can be
the way to keep things local nity, sometimes very quietly. need food and we have worths shareholders have ment of Regional and State addressed/discussed – I am
was to look for alternative I suggest everyone compare the choice about where never heard of Mul- Development (DSRD). The very aware of positives and
avenues for shopping such as what IGA and Woolies we buy it. lumbimby so why will they meeting included Council negatives to the proposal.’
farmer’s markets. ‘It’s not so donate to their local com- ‘There is a growing local- feel accountable?’ offi cers, the Mayor, and the Asked if she felt at odds
much about what we say munities. isation movement. If we Ms Norberg-Hodge urged site’s proponents. The Echo with her local Greens
“no” to, but more about ‘The Maleny experience support the local economy people to be passive in their understands that Freedom branch’s position, Cr
what we say “yes” to. We was that we didn’t stop the and local businesses it is a resistance saying that the of Information searches have Barham said, ‘I do not feel
need the local IGA. We need development but we became win-win situation. You can- shareholders themselves are shown there are no minutes that I am at odds as I am still
Santos and other shops like much more educated.’ not measure the benefi ts of not necessarily bad people, for that meeting. in need of further informa-
that. It is the local businesses Helena Norberg-Hodge supporting the locals,’ she continued on page 2 Following the meeting, tion to make a considered
town planner Rob Doolan, decision. I have not received
Local govt to challenge reforms one of the proponents of any feedback from since the
North Byron Shire Park- September 13 meeting when
lands, wrote to Council gen- I also informed them of my
Jann Gilbert ing,’ said Cr Barham. ‘There posed changes (particularly Minister. While many local eral manager Pamela West- concerns.’
Byron Shire Mayor Cr Jan was a big turnout and lots of those that relinquish com- operators are required to pay ing on November 10, 2006, Cr Barham recalled the
Barham was recently in Syd- emotion. Everyone was munity amenity in favour of the normal rate of S94 con- seeking to expedite consid- September 4 meeting was
ney to attend an extraordi- being rallied to stand up commercial interests), and tributions, large developers eration of ‘a cultural facility ‘to discuss known informa-
nary meeting of the Local against what this govern- the ludicrously short time- such as Becton have been of regional signifi cance’ on tion for the site and what
Government & Shires Asso- ment is doing because basi- frame for public comment. able to sidestep appropriate the site before the new Byron would need to be considered
ciation (LGSA). The meeting cally if we don’t stand up to Both the LGSA and the rates of contributions using LEP is completed in 2009. for any proposal that would
was called to discuss concerns this then we’re not really Country Mayors Association environmental or land trad- ‘The proponents have come to Council. I don’t
regarding the state govern- serving the interests of our of NSW have raised con- ing schemes. sought the support of the recall any conclusions other
ment’s proposed planning communities.’ cerns with regard to the issue ‘A couple of councils in Minister for Regional than an understanding that
reforms, and to fi netune the The LGSA agrees with of S94 (development) con- particular have had similar Development, Mr David there was a lot of history in
LGSA’s recent discussion the Department of Planning tributions and the impact of situations as ours with Bec- Campbell, to make repre- relation to the site and a
paper on planning reform – a (DoP) that the planning sys- the changes on regional ton,’ said Cr Barham. ‘The sentations to his colleague, need for extensive work to
strategy being used to stall the tem needs an overhaul ‘to areas. Minister’s approval has the Minister for Planning, be done and provided for
railroading of legislation by bring it into the 21st Cen- Byron Shire has already meant a discount to develop- Mr Frank Sartor, to facili- assessment. There were no
the NSW planning minister tury’, however, the Associa- seen the loss of signifi cant ers and a loss of Section 94 tate a rezoning process, if resolutions – it was a discus-
Frank Sartor. tion is concerned with a development contributions funds to fulfi l community supported by Byron Shire sion meeting.’
‘It was an exciting meet- number of the DoP’s pro- due to intervention by the continued on page 2 Council, to enable this (cid:81) Letters, page 20
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Mullum firies Tanya Burkhardt, Jake Rushton and Phil Walsh. Photo Lou Beaumont
helps if you work and live in
Mullumbimby.’ how to respond to every- and gets paid to attend also works as a Retained Fire
Local Tanya Burkhardt thing from fi rst aid to car training and emergencies. Fighter with the Mul-
joined the NSW Fire Bri- accidents and how to ‘It’s the perfect second lumbimby Fire Brigade and
gade in January 2007 and present Fire Education Pro- income because it comple- he says being in the Fire Bri-
hasn’t looked back. grams in schools.’ ments my other work. The gade is both rewarding and
Burkhardt says, ‘I love Burkhardt works as a NSW Fire Brigade really challenging.
being a part of the brigade. Retained Fire Fighter which looks after you.’ For further details on the
All of the people are so sup- means she is on call from Burkhardt isn’t alone in positions or how to apply
portive and the skills you home or work rather than recommending being a part contact Josh Rushton on
get are fantastic! You learn being on duty at the station of the fi re brigade. Phil Walsh 0418 665 650.
Woolies advent stirs up passions
seminyak lifestyle
From front page locals instead.’ The most prominent emo- required by law, at least mor-
Shop 4, Bogarts on Byron 21-25 Fletcher St, Byron Bay only the system. ‘You don’t The general feeling among tion expressed during the ally there should have been a
need to be anti Woolies. Don’t those gathered was that the meeting was anger and disap- community consultation
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shop there, just support the the discussion centring hoodwinked when they upset by the issue, ‘No-one
around damage control rather signed a petition of support knew Mallams was for sale
than stopping the project, for what they were led to and there was no opportunity
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Sustainability award is sweet for SFA
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the community with envi-
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We have many quality tenants seeking ability Initiative to form the
quality properties in all Byron Bay precincts. basis of its annual manage- ferent sustainability projects tainability Health Check, an integrated framework for
ment plan, state of environ- and ideas into one frame- says, ‘[The tool] helps local its sustainability projects and
If you have a property that meets the above ment report and policy work. government managers and programs.
development. It encourages Since working with Clar- staff to ask strategic ques- Cuming says, ‘The work
criteria, we invite you to speak with our Property
fi ve key elements of sus- ence Valley Council, the tions about the progress (or we’re doing with Byron
Manager, Lucy Falconer, who would be delighted
tainability (environment, Byron–based consultancy lack of it) they are making Council will help people
to discuss the best tenant for your property.
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which Sustainable Futures tion and Department of ing Byron Shire and Lismore Peter Cuming in 1987.
Australia has developed over Environment and Climate City. Peter Cuming, manag- Cuming says, ‘The increase
the past ten years and helps Change. Elizabeth Bragg, ing director of Sustainable in mainstream interest in
communities and organisa- environmental psychologist Futures, is also helping sustainability is really excit-
tions to integrate many dif- and co-author of the Sus- Byron Shire Council develop ing for us.’
How to increase your standard of living within the next 4 weeks…
without changing jobs
J
ules Dawson was only eight years of age freedom led him to staying up late, constantly seminars to discover his remarkable system. Jules will be hosting a 4 hour Stock Market
when he watched his mother weeping with studying and researching. However all his ef- Jules has never forgotten his roots. He spon- & Options Trading course at The Lord Byron
despair. It was the traditional Sunday fam- forts met with mixed success. He even spent sors several disadvantaged children in poverty Resort, 120 Jonson Street, Byron Bay, NSW.
ily lunch. Being brought up as ‘coloured’ in $12,000 on a 12 hour course but when he ap- stricken countries and is a big supporter of Saturday February 16, 1:00pm to 5:30pm.
South Africa, Jules knew his fair share of dis- plied the principles he met with complete fail- charitable projects. Wednesday February 20, 6:00pm to 10:30pm.
crimination and poverty. Even though it was ure. Undaunted he kept going for 12 years as Jules believes teaching allows him to share If you are looking for fi nancial improvement
a poor neighbourhood, the one tradition that a part time investor and relentless researcher. his gift with others. “What‘s different about my in your life, you can’t afford to miss this event.
everyone shared was the big Sunday, family And then in 2001 Jules found his winning for- course is that I continually strive to deliver the At this course, you will learn the realistic ap-
lunch. However – on that day Jules’ mother mula that his students are now using to make course in an interesting and easy to understand proach to investing in shares, how you can
wept with despair, not having anything to feed thousands of dollars a week. That memory is format. I know that people like things to be make money even when the market is going
her children. That memory forever haunted burned into his brain. In his fi rst trade, using simple, so I explain it so that anyone can follow, down, and how you could generate a monthly
the young eight year old. Over the years, Jules this new, powerful, cash generating system, Ju- and I make it fun and interesting and therefore income from shares.
slowly began to look for ways he could gain les made $11,877 in a matter of hours. anyone can understand and apply the in- Bonuses worth over $270 will be given
his freedom. Not long after he quit his job at Hewlett Pack- formation for their own benefi t.” away absolutely FREE. Tickets are only
After his family migrated to Australia in 1984, ard and became a full time investor. It is not “For me, teaching these strategies al- $55 a person. If you are not happy with the
Jules was eventually fortunate enough to land every day that a 38 year old can profess to run- lows me to share my enthusiasm with course, your money will be refunded
a job as a manager with Hewlett Packard. He ning a successful home based business work- others. I enjoy meeting people and I in full, and you still get to keep the
was fi nally making some good money – how- ing only six hours a week. Seeing his incredible am passionate about the hobby that $270 worth of bonuses.
ever his rise to corporate success was quickly success, his family and friends hounded him has gained me a quality lifestyle. I To reserve your seat CALL
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10 February 5, 2008 Byron Shire Echo www.echo.net.au
Comment
Time for the Liberals to say sorry
Against stupidity, the Moreover, it got rid of the of like a national leader back that followed was notable for
Gods themselves evidence of activities which in 1997, the whole question the break between Hawke
contend in vain. even by the standards of the of an apology has dragged and Paul Keating over con-
Vol 22 #34 February 5, 2008 After ten long years the times were unquestionably on for more than a decade, sumption tax, hardly a pub-
federal Liberals are still dith- crimes. The debate about picking up an enormous lic relations coup.
ering over whether to be part the stolen generation has amount of irrelevant politi- Rudd’s version is probably
Big player comes to town
of a formal apology to the tended to gloss over one cal baggage in the process. too general to do much dam-
stolen generation of indige- uncomfortable question: And even now Brendan age – or much good; but if
In January the Australian Competition and Consumer nous Australians. They have just where did all the half- Nelson is muttering about the delegates are carefully
Commission (ACCC) undertook an ‘informal review’ – learned nothing; but appar- castes come from in the fi rst the fi ne print: could it be chosen it will suggest a help-
whatever that is, were they wearing short-sleeve shirts? ently they have forgotten just place? Some may have been taken to imply intergenera- ful air of inclusiveness, a gov-
– of the proposed acquisition by Woolworths of the about everything. the products of consensual, tional guilt? ernment listening and in
The ‘Bringing them home’ if brief, relationships; but On February 13 the touch as it outlines its vision.
Mallam ‘Spar supermarket’ in Mullumbimby and of its
report, with its recommen- the vast majority were the House of Representatives It will cost quite a lot, but
liquor stores in Mullum and Brunswick Heads.
dation for a national apol- result of the institutional- will carry a motion which because the participants will
It was a public review from January 8 to January 22,
ogy, appeared early in 1997. ised rape of black women by says sorry; this is not in dis- probably include most of the
but hardly conducted in the public eye. The issue of
Long before the end of that white men. pute. As things stand, the more influential political
commercial competition does not attract the attention
year every state and territory Surely not even Nick opposition is yet to decide commentators, this need not
and legal strictures of planning issues contained in the
Liberal leader, whether in Minchin, Tony Abbott and whether to be dragged kick- be a problem. And weather
development application process but perhaps it should:
government or opposition, Julie Bishop – the most ing and screaming to the permitting, a good time will
for small businesses in a country town, the arrival of
had either moved or endorsed prominent of the dissenters party or to stay away alto- be had by all.
Woolworths on the doorstep is big news, and they an apology. – would wish to claim that gether. This is not only One person not present
and their customers should have a real opportunity to The sky did not fall in; the practice which gave rise appalling and graceless; it is will be P P McGuinness,
comment on the proposal. the various governments to the removal of the chil- terrible politics. the subject of eulogies var-
The ACCC does not oppose the acquisition. Its were not bankrupted dren was in any way excus- This is not a time for play- ying from the fulsome to
conclusion that the sale ‘represents a bare transfer through claims for compen- the virulent.
of market share, rather than any increase in sation. But of course John I knew Paddy for longer
This is not a time for playing
concentration, since Woolworths has no supermarkets Howard remained recalci- than any of the eulogists; we
within 5km of the target’ is a rather simplistic analysis. trant: he wouldn’t apologise factional games, it is a time for were at Sydney University
Surely local market share is affected by Woolie’s for something that hap- leadership. Nelson should just together, in the days when
buying power, and local retailers, such as the butcher, pened in the past, he didn’t say yes. his self-conscious perversity
baker and greengrocer, have genuine reasons to fear do it, the people who did could be regarded as an
were well intentioned and amusing eccentricity rather
the supermarket giant’s arrival. The relocation of the
in any case standards were than the pompous and arro-
supermarket from the town centre to Station Street by Mungo MacCallum
different way back then. gant bigotry it became in
surely also has repercussions on the drawing power of
‘Way back then’ actually later years.
smaller businesses.
included the 1950s, when able, let alone well-inten- ing factional games, it is a As a self styled anarchist
As to Spar, its branding appears on the drawings
Honest John was already tioned. The party which is time for leadership. Nelson Paddy was at the front of any
for the proposed new supermarket in Station Street.
scrabbling up the greasy now so concerned about should just say yes. demonstration going, and
The multinational Spar (www.spar.com.au/corporate.
totem poll as president of the sexual abuse in indigenous being both easily-recognisa-
asp) describes itself as the world’s largest retailer and NSW Young Liberals, and communities should at least As he has, rather surpris- ble and truculent was usu-
Woolworths (www.woolworthslimited.com.au) might
most of the removals were consider this aspect of the ingly, to Kevin Rudd’s ally one of the fi rst into the
be regarded as a stalking horse for the company. Its well-intentioned only in the stolen generation. plan for a talk fest of 100 of aptly named Paddy Wagon.
main concern in Australia is the distribution of goods to most strictly eugenic sense: But it should also forget Australia’s best and brightest On one such occasion I was
independent retailers – it has a grip on buying power as Auber Neville, the West- the nit-picking and show to contemplate their (and deputed by the Students
and market share which should concern the ACCC in ern Australian Protector of some generosity of spirit. Of presumably our) future. Representative Council to
any public review. Aboriginals, made clear, the course the national apology Summits in Australia have go down to the Watch House
Resistance to Woolworths’ arrival is growing, aim of the kidnappers was to will not bring about over- a mixed history: Bob Hawke’s and bail out my fellow stu-
informed in part by the Maleny experience. The grab the half-castes and night reconciliation, or wipe economic summit of 1983 dents, which I duly did, in
Maleny Voice (www.malenyvoice.com) quotes former breed them with whites; in a out the horrors of 220 years. was a triumph in that it the process releasing Padraic
Woolworths CEO Roger Corbett’s comment in The few generations the Aborigi- But it is by far the best place locked an unsuspecting busi- Pearse McGuinness back
Australian of April 14, 1999: ‘If rural Australians really nal strain would be absorbed to start. As we mathemati- ness community into the into the world to pursue his
in the stronger Caucasian cians might put it, it is neces- accord hammered out chosen career.
want their local businesses protected, they should
stock, and of course the sary but not suffi cient. between the government I have spent much of
vote with their wallets all year round.’ Given that
remaining full bloods were Because Howard chose to and the unions, thus allow- the subsequent 46 years
planning minister Frank Sartor has already approved
already in the process of act like a cold and ruthless ing Hawke to set the eco- wondering whether I
the development, it may be the last line of defence for
dying out. A highly satisfac- lawyer seeking maximum nomic parameters for most should apologise for hav-
small business.
tory fi nal solution. political advantage instead of his term. The tax summit ing done so.
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