Today we did beer tasting with some travel info from Backpacker World Travel. The beers we tasted were Little Creatures Pale Ale, Stone and Wood Lager, and 4Pines Kolsch.
The students really enjoyed talking about the beer and comparing them to determine the best one!
Today, the students in the English and Cooking option are making risotto from a recipe supplied by Swiss Italian student Simone.
Simone, Marco and Satoru stir the rice
The students have been working hard this week to share their favourite recipes – learning all the recipe specific language along the way. And today, the fun part happens when they cook up the recipe of their choice. The finished results look amazing.
The recipe – in excellent English with some Italian translations
Just what you have all been waiting for! Here is the Activity Calendar for JUNE!
We are bringing back a lot of our usual activities and adding in quite a few as well!
Our Upper Intermediate class saying Good Bye to Camila!
Today at Lexis Byron Bay we say goodbye to a very lovely student who has been with us for 6 months. We caught up with Camila and asked her a few questions.
Camila – 24 weeks – Brazil – Upper Intermediate
What are your plans now that you are finished here at Lexis?
I’m going to stay in Byron Bay and work and hang out and then I am actually coming back to Lexis to do a Cambridge course in a few months.
On a Bush Walk
How did you like the last 6 months at school?
It was perfect. I couldn’t speak one word at first and now I can hold conversations.
What was your favourite part?
Meeting all of the other students from around the world and making friends. Also learning about all of the other cultures from those other people.
Camila at Orientation her first day!
What advice would you give to incoming students?
Try to just speak English. Go outside the school and learn about real Australian Culture. Try the food and see places and meet the people. Travel as much as possible.
We are all very sad to see Camila leave but luckily she will be coming back to improve her English even more and we are all looking forward to her return!
Slacklining
Welcome to the Weekend Blog!
Don’t forget our Student Night This Friday!!!
Weather
Looks like it’s going to be around 23 degrees during the day and 15 at night with a 50% chance of rain throughout that time.
Going for a Movie?
Palace Cinemas
THU/MON-TUE 2.00pm, 3.50pm, 7.00pm, 9.00pm FRI 2.00pm, 3.50pm, 9.00pm SAT 2.15pm, 4.25pm, 9.25pm SUN/WED 11.20am, 4.45pm, 7.00pm, 9.30pm
THU-FRI/MON-TUE 10.00am, 12.00pm SAT 1.20pm SUN/WED 9.15am, 2.50pm
SUN/WED 1.00pm
SAT 3.15pm
SAT 11.00am
SAT 8.30pm
SAT 6.00pm
FRI 7.00pm
THU/MON-TUE 9.40am, 2.20pm, 9.30pm FRI 9.40am, 2.20pm, 9.20pm SAT 11.40am, 2.00pm SUN/WED 9.40am, 2.20pm, 9.45pm
TOMORROWLAND(PG) (no free tickets)THU-FRI/MON-TUE 10.30am, 1.10pm, 6.20pm, 9.10pm SAT 9.00am, 11.40am, 6.50pm, 9.15pm SUN/WED 10.20am, 1.50pm, 7.10pm, 9.10pm
THU/MON-TUE 4.45pm FRI/SUN/WED 4.40pm SAT 9.00am
THU-FRI/SUN-WED 12.00pm, 4.30pm, 6.50pm SAT 9.20am, 4.45pm, 7.00pm
Gig Guide
Friday 29th May:
The Northern – The New High
The Rails – (7pm) Ragga Jump
The Beach Hotel – (5pm) Leigh James (9pm) Triple JS
Woody’s – (8pm) DJ Supamaorifulla
Saturday 30th May:
The Northern – Lurch & Chief, Tempura Nights, Shag Rock, Eementals
The Rails – (7pm) Rumblefish
The Beach Hotel – (9pm) DJ Helmy
Woody’s – (8pm) DJ Sanchez
Sunday 31st May:
The Northern – Matt Armitage
The Rails – Kallidad
The Beach Hotel – (4:30pm) Late For Woodstock (8pm) DJ Captain Kaine
Markets
Byron Artisan Market – Saturday – Railway Park Evening 5pm – 9pm
That’s some of the awesome things to do this weekend so go out and have fun and enjoy!
Today we had our monthly Salsa class with Dani from Sassy Salsa. Students exited class to hear Salsa music blasting and Dani ready to instruct our students in some dance!
Dani showing some extra moves to a few of our students!
Joze, Tiffany, Julian, Miguel, and Andrew receiving their prize of Peanut Butter Tim Tams!
Last Friday one of our teachers Marie ran a tongue twister competition! A few brave students made it up to the stage to participate in the competition. They had a choice of 6 different tongue twisters to recite. The participants won some Peanut Butter Tim Tams!
Live In Nanny
We have 2 beautiful boys, an energetic 5 year old (soon 6) and a very happy 1 ½ year old.
I am a stay at home mum and my husband works in Sydney 3 days a week, my family are all overseas and I am looking for extra support with my children and the house.
For my eldest son we are looking for someone who has the can be active, have a good sense of humour, be creative, happy to play boy games and sports, think on the spot, be flexible within themselves and have a good sense of boundaries. For the youngest, you will need to understand the routine and demands of a toddler and marvel in new adventures. You will also enjoy running a house and happy to put your hand to anything. We require a confident driver with a min of 3 years driving experience and a clean full license. It would be an advantage if you enjoy cooking and have knowledge of and connections to the Byron area.
Our 5 year old is at Kindergarten 4 days a week at The Cape Byron Steiner School and my little one is at homes and enjoys outings. This role may include some school drop offs and pick-ups as well as assisting in getting ready for school, after school activities, play dates and outings, cooking, bath time and bedtime. Also I need help with the daily running of the house, which will include meal planning and preparation, shopping, laundry and general tidy of kitchen, play room, bedrooms and living areas. We have a cleaner so that is not expected.
As a family we are fun loving, caring and interested in wholeness and well being. For this role you will genuinely want to work within a family environment, you will have a joyful, grateful, responsible and caring disposition. You will naturally be organised, willing to be flexible and have a good attention to detail. You will be attentive, have a ‘happy to’ attitude and …… ‘simply be fantastic’!
If this position is of genuine interest to you please message us your CV, references and a little description about you and why you would suit the position. 0421990151 – Laurie
Farm Work Help
We are looking for help on our farm in the Byron Bay Hinterland. We are situated midway between Byron Bay, Mullumbimby and Bangalow on a 50 acre property. We are ideally looking for a travelling couple willing to live on the property and help with an assorted variety of tasks around the farm, the household and be able to help out with our 2 young boys if and when needed. Must love animals, especially dogs and have your own transport. Previous experience on a farm would be helpful.
Cleaner WANTED
Heart and Soul Health Clubs Byron Bay is seeking a cleaner!
Approx 5-6 hours per week
Preferred Monday for 2-3 hrs and Thursday 2-3 hrs
Must have own ABN number
Preferred own equipment.
Immediate start
The duties include: mopping, whipping down gym equipment, vacuum, dusting, cleaning bathroom, sweeping etc.
Also there is a house in which an of the time is to be spend on tidying the common areas.
If you think this might suit you, please send an outline and contact details of your cleaning history to byronbay@heartandsoulhealthclubs.com.au
If you have any further questions please send an email.
Look forward to hearing from you,
Heart and Soul Team!
Woofer Wanted
HI, MY WIFE AND I OWN A 120 ACRE FARM 5 MINUTES TO MULLUMBIMBY ARE REGISTERED WWOOFING HOSTS AND ARE LOOKING FOR WWOOFERS WITH CARENTRY EXPERIENCE, ERECTING A TIN SHED,EXPERIENCE USING POWER TOOLS,GENERAL BUILDING, IN EXCHANGE FOR ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS IN A SEPARATE HOUSE WITH AMAZING OCEAN⁄MOUNTAIN VIEWS.WE ARE ONLY 10 MINUTES TO BRUNSWICK HEADS AND 20 TO BYRON BAY.WE ARE EASY GOING AND FAMILY ORIENTATED.IF INTERESTED,PLEASE REPLY BY EMAIL,THANKS FOR LOOKING,CHEERS
Chef Wanted
We are looking for a Chef, to work in our new take-away food ⁄Restaurant in Byron Bay.
Would prefer someone who specialises in Meat.
Full time ⁄ part time available.
Please call Michelle 0438662741.
RECEPTIONIST
for the famous Glen Villa Resort. Must have a pleasant personality & a genuine desire to work. Please, no emails or phone calls, apply in person
BREAKFAST CHEF / COOK
Brunswick Heads Cafe, 3-4 days per week possible full-time position. Please phone 6685 1355
CASUAL CHEF POSITION
An exciting career opportunity has become available to join our dynamic kitchen team. 24hrs per week with the potential to increase the position to permanent part time as hours permit. Desired qualities: • Fully qualified chef with minimum 3 years experience • Passionate about creating healthy spa cuisine and an ability to deal with special dietary needs • Well presented • Comfortable working alone and with a keen eye for detail • Flexibility with covering breakfast and lunch or dinner shifts as required (no split shifts, each shift 8 hrs) All resumes to dan@gaiaretreat.com.au
Production Person Salumi Australia
is seeking an experienced and dedicated person to join our hardworking production team. Must have excellent knife/ boning skills for this fulltime position with immediate start, no travellers. Send resume to: massimo@salumi.com.au
FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR
required for 3 days/wk processing and reconciliations work with the Splendour/Falls Festival group. MYOB experience preferred. Email CV to nadine@secret-sounds.com.au
Packaging Personnel Salumi Australia
is seeking experienced packaging persons with preferably food handling experience to join our packaging team. Fulltime and casual positions available with immediate start, only hardworking, reliable and dedicated persons need apply, no travellers please. Send resume to: massimo@salumi.com.au
CASUAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
required in Myocum for approx 35hrs/wk. Needs to be proficient in MS Word & Excel. Please email resume & references to admin@ eastcogroup.com.au attention to Peggy
BARISTA/SANDWICH HAND
must be experienced in coffee, part-time position. Apply in person at Village Bakehouse (next to IGA Sunrise) Byron
CASUAL HOUSEKEEPER & MAINTENANCE POSITION AVAILABLE
Experience preferred in hotels & motels, must be local. Please email applications & CV to: info@byronbaysidemotel. com.au
Today’s activity was coffee club. Everyone decided they wanted to be outside despite the weather not being the best but everyone still enjoyed warm coffees, Tim Tams and good conversations. Some of the topics were about movies and some about what it was like in school back home.
June Stirring his Coffee with a chopstick!
Shota and Satoru Chatting away!
Lan and Marco listening intently
Andrew and DK deciding who will take the last Tim Tam
Everyone at Lexis loves 24 year old Pablo Macineira Lopez from Spain, because he is not only a great student but an incredibly sociable guy (and a “great” singer – check out the video below). He’s currently on a break between his degree (Physical Education) and his Masters (Teaching) and will stay in Byron Bay for 7 weeks before heading to Lexis Noosa to do the Cambridge Advanced Certificate.
He told me today that he has wanted to come to Byron Bay since he saw photos of the lighthouse when he was 15 and that he’s really enjoying his time here, not least because he’s an extremely passionate surfer.
Tell me about your surfing
Football used to be my passion and surfing was my hobby. Unfortunately, when I was 16 I injured my ankle and my dreams of being a professional football player were over. That’s when surfing took over. I’ve recently been working as a surf instructor in Spain and I would like, in the future, to work as a surf coach, helping top surfers to improve their performance.
In Byron Bay, I really like surfing at Tallows Beach; that’s where the best waves are. I try to go every morning and I’ve just bought a new wetsuit so that I can keep this up throughout winter. There’s a great surfing community here and I’ve met surfers from all over the world.
Apart from the surfing, what else do you love in Byron Bay?
Really just walking around; people watching in the streets and in front of main beach or walking in beautiful natural surrounds on the beach and in the surrounding bushland.
And what’s the best thing about studying at Lexis English?
The English Only Policy. I love the total immersion. In Spain we are taught English in Spanish, but here we are taught in English and then we also use English during the breaks and activities. It’s a really good way to learn. Plus, the classes are really interesting and interactive. We are not just sitting down studying but moving around, doing different activities, having discussions etc. The time goes really fast.
Finally, what have you learned in your time at Lexis Byron Bay
Life goes so fast so you have to make the most of it. Don’t look back – always look forward.
Part 1. Look at the example sentences and answer the questions that follow:
John is such a funny guy. He takes after his grandfather.
We took down the Christmas decorations on January 5.
I’m working on an urgent project that’s taking up all my spare time.
Part 2. Look at these example sentences. Can you work out the meaning of the phrasal verb from the context?
Part 3. Look at these definitions. Can you work out which phrasal verb they refer to?
Now you can check your answers by using the table below.
How many of these phrasal verbs did you already know? How many are new to you?
Remember to write your own personal example sentence for any new ones.
If you want to practise some more with phrasal verbs with take, click on this link and try the quiz
http://www.usingenglish.com/quizzes/205.html
| take after somebody | have a similar appearance or personality (especially a relative) | She takes after her mother – they have the same green eyes and curly brown hair. |
| take something apart | separate something into parts | The technician is taking apart the TV so that he can fix it. |
| take something back | return something to a store | The jeans I bought were too small, so I took them back and exchanged them for a larger size. |
| take something back | admit that something you said was wrong | I’m sorry I said you were stupid. I take it back. |
| take something down | remove something that is on a wall or that is temporary or to separate a structure into parts | After the circus was over, the workers took down the big tents. |
| take something down | write information on paper | She took down my address and phone number and said she’d call me later. |
| take someone for something | accept or believe someone is that thing | I could have taken him for your brother |
| take somebody in | let somebody live in your house | My friend lost his job and his apartment, so I took him in for a month. |
| take something in | receive and understand information | The instructor spoke so fast that I couldn’t take in all the information. |
| take something in | make clothing smaller so that it fits you | I love this dress, but it’s a little too loose. Could you take it in an inch? |
| take off | leave the ground and go up into the air | What time does the plane take off? |
| take off | become successful or popular very fast | In the last few years, social media sites have taken off all over the world. |
| take off | leave a place suddenly | He was at the party for about 15 minutes, and then he took off. |
| take something off | remove a piece of clothing from your body | I always take off my shoes as soon as I get home. |
| take something off | not go to work for a period of time | Jamie took three days off to go skiing in the mountains |
| take something on | accept some work or responsibility | Do you have time to take on a new project? |
| take somebody on | hire or employ somebody | The company has taken on three new staff members. |
| take somebody on | fight or compete against somebody | In tonight’s boxing match, Antonio will take on an undefeated boxer from Argentina. |
| take somebody out | go with somebody to a restaurant or movie and pay for their food or ticket | I’m taking my girlfriend out to dinner on our anniversary. |
| take something out | remove something from a place | I took the letter out of the envelope. |
| take something out on somebody | treat an innocent person badly because you are tired or angry about something else | Hey, I know you had a terrible day at work – but don’t take it out on me! |
| take over something | take control/dominate | I don’t like being in Sally’s team because she always takes over everything. |
| take to somebody/something | start to like someone or something or to start something and be good at it | He’s taken to tennis like a duck to water. |
| take to something | start doing something often | She was so depressed she took to drink |
| take somebody through something | explain something to somebody in detail | Let me take you through the procedure for operating this machine. |
| take up something | fill space or time | These books are taking up all the space in my room. |
| take up something | start doing something regularly | I’ve recently taken up yoga. |
| take somebody up on something | accept an offer or invitation | “When you travel to China, you’re welcome to stay at my house.”
“Really? I might take you up on that!” |
| take something up with somebody | complain to someone about a problem | If you don’t like the way I do my job, take it up with my manager. |
DK has been with us for a few weeks now. He is a very funny guy, from South Korea, in our Pre-Intermediate class. DK has been very busy in the afternoons going to many of the daily activities that we offer here in Byron Bay. We caught up with him and asked him a few questions about Byron Bay, the school, and the activities.
Slacklining in the Garden!
What do you think about the activities here at Lexis?
I am too shy to do yoga so I don’t like that one. I like the outside activities like volleyball and soccer.
What is your favourite activity?
I like the Slacklining!
Our Skateboarding class taught by Flavio!
Do you like that there are different activities every day?
Yes
How do you like the school and classes here?
Its very nice. Marie my teacher is so kind and patient with me, so I like that too.
How do you like Byron Bay?
It’s very green and clean and not polluted. I like it here and there are kind people.
DK enjoying a taco at our Mexican BBQ Activity
It’s a beautiful sunny day in Byron Bay and Grant and the students headed down to The Wreck on Belongil Beach for a game of soccer.
This afternoon Josie put her Movies and Songs class to the test with a tricky quiz about movies and music. The winning team scored 37 and won a packet of Tim Tams.
Below are the questions (and answers). See how well you would do. And no cheating…
_____________ points out of 55
Answers
Ex-student Mario Koch dropped in today to tell us about his Farmstay experience, which Lexis organised for him at Hosanna Farm.
He told us that he loved it! During the week, he worked in the mornings, weeding, driving the trailer, feeding the animals and cleaning and then in the afternoons he got to swim, kayak and float in a rubber rind in the water.
He said that everyone was really friendly and would sit around and eat and chat together in the evenings. There were other volunteers there from England, Denmark and the Netherlands and Mario said his English really improved while he was there too.
Today we say good bye to two very awesome student!
Madoka – 12 weeks – Japan
When Madoka first got here she was in our Elementary class and was just a beginner with English. over the past 12 weeks she has worked hard to improve from not being able to speak to now making a lot of friends from different countries using English. She said she was happy to have so many friends and thank you.
Luca – 3 weeks – Italy
Luca came here to improve his English in the middle of all his travelling and wasn’t sure where he was going to next. But while he was here he studied hard and got very strong grades. He is now taking off again to do more travelling. He said he is sorry to leave and see you all soon. Also that he would wait in Italy for us to visit!
Good luck on your travels you two!
We ask this question of all departing students in our GRADUATING STUDENT SURVEY. Below are all the comments from the students who finished their studies at Lexis Byron Bay this month:
Very good. Now I have friends from different countries. Sven (Switzerland)
We need this rule and I think everyone do it very well. Sora (Korea)
I agreed with the “Only Speak English Area” rule at Lexis English. Valentin (Switzerland)
I think very good policy. Crystal (Korea)
I think that it’s very important. Keiko (Japan)
Good for improve my English. Hokuto (Japan)
The policies are right and useful for improve the English even in break time. Luca (Italy)
Very good. Heejun (Korea)
It’s great, really useful and works well. Marie Theres (Austria)
A very good rule. Very effective! Joelle (Switzerland)
And only one (very naughty)…
I broke it sometimes when I was with just one other person. Linard (Switzerland)
Welcome to the Weekend Once again!
Weather
Looks like it’s going to be around 21 degrees during the day and 14 at night with a 50% chance of rain throughout that time.
Going for a Movie?
Palace Cinemas
THU-FRI/TUE 11.00am MON 9.40am
2D MAD MAX: FURY ROAD(MA15+) (no free tickets)THU-FRI/SUN/TUE-WED 1.50pm, 4.20pm, 6.50pm, 9.20pm SAT 11.30am, 4.20pm, 7.20pm, 9.00pm MON 2.00pm, 4.30pm, 6.50pm, 9.20pm
THU-FRI/TUE 10.00am, 2.40pm, 7.00pm SAT 10.00am, 3.20pm, 7.00pm SUN 9.40am, 12.20pm, 7.00pm MON 10.00am, 2.50pm, 7.00pm WED 9.40am, 2.30pm, 7.00pm
SAT 1.00pm MON 12.30pm
PITCH PERFECT 2(M)THU-FRI/TUE 12.20pm, 4.25pm, 9.10pm SAT 12.05pm, 4.40pm, 9.45pm SUN 10.40am, 2.30pm, 9.10pm MON 11.35am, 4.25pm, 9.10pm WED 12.10pm, 2.30pm, 9.10pm
SUN 1.00pm WED 11.00am
THU-FRI/MON-TUE 12.05pm, 4.50pm SAT 2.30pm, 5.20pm SUN/WED 11.45am, 4.50pm
THU-FRI/TUE 10.00am, 2.10pm, 6.45pm, 9.00pm SAT 10.45am, 2.00pm, 6.45pm, 9.10pm SUN 10.00am, 4.30pm, 6.50pm, 9.05pm MON 9.20am, 2.10pm, 6.45pm, 9.00pm WED 9.50am, 4.30pm, 6.45pm, 9.00pm
Gig Guide
Friday 22nd May:
The Northern – The Badlands, Drop Legs, Barefoot Alley, DJ Taya Mills
The Rails – (7pm) Fergo & The Burden
The Beach Hotel – (5pm) Scott Day-Vee (9pm) Dubmarine
Woody’s – (8pm) DJ Supamaorifulla
Saturday 23rd May:
The Northern – Tsun, The Jensens, Bakerville, DJ Simon Bird
The Rails – (7pm) Betty Blissett
The Beach Hotel – (9pm) DJ Cutloose
Woody’s – (8pm) DJ Jacky Murda, DJ 3rdeye, DJ Crucial D
Sunday 24th May:
The Northern – Dan Hannaford
The Rails – The Propellers
The Beach Hotel – (4:30pm) Betty Blissett (8pm) Elemental DJs
Markets
Byron Artisan Market – Saturday – Railway Park Evening 5pm – 9pm
That’s some of the awesome things to do this weekend so go out and have fun and enjoy!
Can you complete these sentences? Use the table below to help you.
after – back – down – for – forward – into – on – on – on – out – over – to – to – up – up – up
Everybody just looked _______ as the two men fought.
He looks _______ _______ his father.
I am looking _______ _______ travelling to New York next year.
I takes time to look _______ new vocabulary words.
If you ever travel to California, you should look me _______.
I’m looking _______ my keys. Have you seen them?
Look _______, there’s a black widow spider on the wall.
She’s so conceited. She looks _______ _______ everybody else.
The police are looking _______ the murder.
When I look _______ _______ my childhood, I often feel angry.
When I’m camping, I look my shoes _______ before I put them on.
When my sister goes on vacation, I look _______ her dog.
If you’re still not sure, you can check the answers here:
http://www.englishpage.com/prepositions/phrasaldictionary.html
Now add an example sentence. Remember, if you make the example personal you won’t forget it.
| Phrasal Verb | Meaning | Example Sentence |
| look after something | take care of (a child, a house, a pet) | |
| look back on something | to remember nostalgically | |
| look down on something | see as inferior | |
| look for something | to seek or search for | |
| look forward to something | anticipate with pleasure | |
| look into something | investigate | |
| look on | observe as a spectator | |
| look out | be careful, pay attention, heed a certain danger | |
| look something over | examine, review | |
| look something up | search for (in a dictionary) | |
| look something up | locate and visit | |
| look up to something | respect, admire someone |
And if you want to test yourself and discover some more phrasal verbs with look click on the links below.
https://www.englishclub.com/ref/Phrasal_Verbs/Quizzes/Look/index.htm
http://www.usingenglish.com/quizzes/196.html
http://www.englishpractice.com/vocabulary/phrasal-verbs-quiz-5/
http://www.learn-english-today.com/lessons/lesson_contents/exercises/ph-verb_look1.htm
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students can study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Josie’s Upper-Intermediate class went on an excursion today to find examples of abstract nouns derived from common adjectives. After taking and presenting photo which they felt illustrated the noun, the class voted for best. The two winners were “Happiness” by Pablo and Vitor and “Solitude” by Isaac and Andrew.
Creativity – Miguel and Samira
Art – Isaac and Andrew
Happiness – Pablo and Vitor
Loyalty – Miguel and Samira
Sadness Isaac and Andrew
Sadness – Pablo and Vitor
Solitude – Isaac and Andrew
Here’s that weekly job list everyone!
Farm Intern Wanted
Farm Intern Wanted
Willing, reliable, well presented farm intern.
Six month minimum commitment, live on farm position only.
A wage is offered based on a farm apprentice award and taking into account accommodation and food.
Opportunities for expansion of product base in partnership with owners.
Suit a student of pasture based, sustainable family farming.
All training provided and an interest in sustainable, locally produced food essential.
Please supply a letter with resume to haytershill@bigpond.com 0428835799
Account Manager, for professional development in mental health
We are seeking for a person to organise the sales and marketing of a mental health professional development workshop in Sydney. Most of the work is telephone and internet based from our Byron in town office. Experience with mental health sector and excel spread sheets an advantage. Hours 10am till 2 pm three to four days each week. Payment $25 per hour. 0409062074 – Gary
Sales Executive / Administration
Byron Bay Accom, Byron Bay’s leading Holiday Accommodation Service is looking for a positive, intelligent, experienced sales persons to fill a key role.
In bound phone & email sales and administration in our great team environment.
4 days pw – incl some weekend work.
Good sales experience, phone & computer skills essential. A great and flexible attitude is key.
Initially casual. Superannuation included. You will need to acquire a Real Estate Certificate.
$40,000 to $45,000 pa.
Please note to receive a response you need to send a resume to: tiffeny@byronbayaccom.net Thank you
Wait Staff Required
Looking for experienced wait staff. Must be available on a 7 day roster.
Please email only any applications or they will not be viewed.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/waitstaff-required-/1078955988
Fundraising Team Leader
Are you an experienced Professional face to face Fundraiser or Sale Rep?
We want to talk to YOU!!!
LAS Fundraising is looking for an experienced Professional with a track record of high performance looking to join our campaign here in the Byron Bay area.
Represent one of the world’s leading conservation charities – The Nature Conservancy.
Your role will include:
Leading from the front with personal sign ups
Running the shift, including daily coaching sessions with your staff
Participating in ongoing development training sessions
Inspiring members of the general public to join The Nature Conservancy as a month to month sponsor.
Monday – Friday
Team Leader – Realistic OTE $1800 p.w
This role is purely uncapped commission only (no base).
You will be given full support and training on every aspect to ensure you succeed.
Immediate Start – Interviewing now.
Email your full name, email, phone and resume NOW!
Luke – 0487000395
Assistant Property Management Role in Byron Bay Agency
Casual Role – Flexible Days
This is your opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team culture. We have an Assistant Property Management role working with our short and long term rental managers to facilitate expansion of both holiday and permanent rent roll.
We need someone who is familiar with property management processes, has great local knowledge for Holiday Bookings and able to work closely with the management team. This position could be expanded to full time as rent roll increases.
Required:
Current Real Estate Certificate required
Excellent written and verbal skills required
Proficiency in Rockend, YesBookIt, social media a plus
Prior Agency experience Deseray 0266808110
BREAKFAST CHEF / COOK
required for Brunswick Heads Cafe, 3-4 days per week Please phone 6685 1355
CHEF WANTED
GREAT PACKAGE FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE E-Mail CVs to jimbobjimma@gmail.com or call 0432 545 121
CIRCUS ARTS BYRON BAY
Seeking qualified marketing professional to assist in development and implementation of new marketing plan. Must have recent experience and an advanced understanding of social media marketing. Creative thinkers with brand development experience invited to apply. Email CV and cover letter to accounts@circusarts.com.au
NAIL ARTIST WANTED
Send bio & photos: hot@getsteffed.com.au
BUDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Are you interested in selling your photos for commercial purposes. We’re paying $50 per bundles of 100 pics. We’re after pics of everything from bad hair styles, nature and cityscapes etc. You must be over 18yrs of age or have a parent guardian sign an agreement to sell the pics. Email production@psychwire.org
COPYWRITER / WRITER
We’re looking for a person to write language and promotional pieces for our several websites including our own. This is a casual or contract position. Please send a cover letter and resume to Suzanne – hr@psychwire.org
SUNDAY MARKET FOOD VAN
Needs another dynamic person, exp in food prep with TFN/ABN. Long term only. Apply to: jojorium@gmail.com
CASUAL CLEANER
Exp & reliable, 3 evenings. LuLu’s Cafe. Ph 66842415
UNITED OFFICE CHOICE
Byron Bay Industrial Estate seeking Inside Sales Representative with strong verbal communication skills, a well developed ability to establish, develop & manage client relationships. A desire to hunt new business & develop and manage your own customer base. 30 hrs a week with a base of $2,400 per mth with commissions expected to exceed $4,000 per month. Send resume to: angela@vop.com.au Call Jo 66395020 to arrange an interview
BYRON BAY PIZZA CO
Looking for a reliable hard worker to assist production in our Mullumbimby kitchen. Long term position MonFri (nights+W/E off). If you have food experience, a love of food, energy to burn, and wish to be a key member of our growing team, email cover letter and CV to: jobs@byronbaypizza.com
Skating with Flavio today! We had a lot of people just starting out when Flavio got there and by the end they were on the ramp and much better at. The students all had a blast as the went through skill after skill! 
Last Student night we had some brave students do Karaoke and practice their English! This is how it turned out!
Today, our top pronunciation tip is to try saying a few of these tongue twisters. A “tongue twister” is a phrase that is difficult to say because the sounds are difficult to pronounce.
Practice this week! Because if anyone can say all of these tongue twisters perfectly at graduation on Friday, there will of course be an edible prize =D
And the official Lexis Byron tongue twister:
7. Peanut Butter Tim Tams (x5)
The TONGUE TWISTER PRIZE will of course be… a packet of Peanut Butter Tim Tams! Good luck!
Welcome our four new students here in Byron Bay!
Norika is from Japan and is really excited to improve her English/ She will be with us for a month and is a massage therapist at home.
Samira is from Switzerland and is on a gap year from school. When she returns home she plans to start trying to get into medicine.
Simone is also from Switzerland he just got done doing time in the Army. He’s a keen Water Polo player and wants to improve his English to help him work and travel in the future.
Marco Is also from Switzerland and he was working a lot of jobs in the Army before coming to Australia. He is ready and excited to get some amazing English skills.
Student night last Friday was pretty great! We had over 20 of our students join us at Aquarius for drinks, BBQ, Ping Pong, Pool, and Karaoke! It was a lot of fun! Watching students sing karaoke was great! We even had Pablo and Luca up singing a couple times each!
Today the Cambridge Advanced Exam class held some student-led 5 minute lessons. There were a quite a few interesting things on offer such as the boxing class by Julian, a line-dancing lesson by Juliana and a lesson in making the fastest paper airplane by Theo.
Boxing taught by Julian!
Juliana teaching Line Dancing!
Isabella teaching Advertising
Theo teaching the fastest paper airplane
Jose teaching soccer skills
Lorena making an Elephant out of an apple!
Outside in the sunshine, Tiffany gave a lesson on plaiting essentials while Isabella presented an interesting and colourful introduction to advertising and Samy talked about lots of different aspects of Arabic culture and lifestyle. Pedro gave an informative account of museum studies and Jose was a real pro in teaching some soccer skills. Last but not least, Lorena taught the students how to make an elephant out of an apple, something her mum used to do to encourage her as a child to eat up her fruit and vegetables. What a great way to finish the week!
Today we had a solo Graduate Fabian.
Fabian comes from Switzerland and was studying in our Upper-Intermediate class for 8 weeks. He said he really enjoyed Byron Bay because it had good people, teachers, and a great school. Now that he is done studying with us he is off travelling. He is going to Cairns, South East Asia, and Canada before he heads home to Switzerland. He said his favorite part was being able to live at the school and the activities. (Especially the Skating) He wished to say thank you to every one and for everyone to enjoy.
Ever wondered what happens all day at a language school? All these pictures were taken at Lexis Byron Bay in the last 24 hours to show what a typical day looks like. It was an unusually chilly night last night, which explains the surprising number of hats and hoodies being worn in our usually extremely pleasant climate.
8am – 9am
Many of our students surf before class. Meanwhile at school, Miguel the student cleaner, the teachers and the office staff begin to arrive.
9am – 10am
Students are in class for the first 90 minute lesson. Today one class is enjoying having part of their lesson in the sun, while the rest are studying, more traditionally, in their classrooms.
10am – 11am
Break time is between 10.30am and 10.45am. Ping pong is always popular during the breaks. Meanwhile other students cook a late breakfast or relax and chat (in English, of course).
11am – 12pm
Everyone is back in class for the second 90 minute lesson. Claudia’s Pre-Intermediates are doing pairwork while Anji’s Upper Intermediate class are discussing new vocabulary.
12pm – 1pm
Lunch is from 12.15pm until 1pm. While some students are using the large, industrial kitchen to cook their lunch, others are chatting, doing ball tricks or just hanging out in the sunshine.
1pm – 2pm
It’s Options Class time for full-time General English students, while the Cambridge classes continue with their exam preparation. Julia’s CAE class head outside for a mingle activity, while Marie’s Movies and Songs class are in the student lounge preparing for, and watching, a film.
2pm – 3pm
Today’s free activity is slack-lining. So a group of students gather in the garden to have a go. Meanwhile, teacher Sammy is providing homework assistance, writing feedback, conversation practice and advice for students in GIL (Guided Independent Learning) and CAE student Jose is doing some extra listening test practice. As it’s a beautiful day, other students are grabbing their surf boards and heading to the beach.
3pm – 4pm
All scheduled activities are over for the day, but a group of boys set up their own football game in the gardens while star students Zoe and Madoka do some extra study in the sun.
4pm – 5pm
Most students have left for the day but the office is still open for anyone needing assistance and a few teachers are still here preparing their classes for the morning.
At 5pm the school offices and classrooms close for the night and the students who live on-site have the kitchen, lounge and gardens to themselves to cook dinner, watch TV, play games chat and relax. All until 8am the following morning when everything starts again!
On Monday, Marie took her Pre-Intermediate class to the library, where they were given a tour to show them what resources were available to them and how to use them.
It’s that time of week again everyone. It’s the Weekend and we are all stoked! It couldn’t come any sooner! Remember this Friday from 5PM to 7PM at Aquarius free drinks, music, and BBQ!
It’s starting to get a bit colder; be partly cloudy with some sun still but between 17 and 18 during the day and 13 at the lowest at night.
Going for a Movie?
Palace Cinemas
DAILY 9.20am, 1.40pm, 9.00pm
2D MAD MAX: FURY ROAD(MA15+) (no free tickets)DAILY 1.50pm, 4.20pm, 6.50pm, 9.20pm
DAILY 9.20am, 11.45am, 2.30pm, 7.00pm
DAILY 12.10pm, 4.40pm, 6.40pm
DAILY 9.25am
DAILY 11.30am, 4.30pm, 9.10pm
Gig Guide
Friday 15th May:
The Northern –Tropical Zombie, Tea Society, Edward That & The Salvage, DJ Taya Mills
The Rails – (7pm) Bohemian Cowboys
The Beach Hotel – (5pm) Akova (9pm) Ragga Jump
Woody’s – (8pm) DJ Supamaorifulla
Saturday 16th May:
The Northern – Royal Artillery,The Vultures, DJ Chris Bradley
The Rails – (7pm) Devils Kiosk
The Beach Hotel – (9pm) DJ Sammy Owens
Woody’s – (8pm) DJ Sanchez
Sunday 17th May:
The Northern – The Swamps
The Rails – (6:30pm) Forever Since Breakfast & Black Ghost Party
The Beach Hotel – (4:30pm) The Hombres (8pm) Kittens + Safari DJs
Markets
Byron Artisan Market – Saturday – Railway Park Evening 5pm – 9pm
That’s some of the awesome things to do this weekend so go out and have fun and enjoy!
As always, this activity was extremely popular as beginners and improvers tested their balance, strength and concentration. 
Here are the jobs going around Byron This Week!
Chef Byron Bay
Experienced Talented, Creative Chef required for restaurant and wedding reception venue in Byron Bay.
Must be able to lead and work with a committed team. Attractive package.
Please email your brief resume and contact details.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-byron-bay/1078368661
Market Position
Hey there I need someone to work with me at Markets and Festivals around Byron Bay and Gold Coast area at least 2 weekends a month on Sundays with possible hours during the week too. I sell gemstones and crystals so knowledge of these things is very helpful. I want someone local who loves chatting to people and is also good with sales. No stoners or drama queens please. Pay rates discussed upon application. You will probably need your own transport but we can work it out if you don’t have any.
Feel free to check out my Facebook page Shamanic Power Healing Wands – Simon or instagram Shamanic_wands to get a feel for what I do.
Please phone Simon 0421 884 894 or email me your application to simfooks6@gmail.com
Barista Required
Folk Byron Bay is seeking an EXPERIENCED and PASSIONATE Barista to join our small team. We are a friendly crew who take pride in delivering consistently high quality service, fine specialty coffee and nourishing food.
You must:
– have experience with specialty coffee
– possess the ability to transition between floor and machine
– be clean, efficient and display initiative and attention to detail
– have a sound knowledge of grind adjustment, dialling in different coffee varieties and excellent latte art
– be energetic and passionate about your work!
Please send all enquiries to hello@folkbyronbay.com with the subject line ‘Champion Barista’ !
Recording Studio Manager/Marketer
Analogue recording studio and production house based in Byron bay NSW seek a highly motivated marketer and manager.
The successful applicant will have knowledge of the national and international record industry and publishing as well as a practical understanding of the operation of a high end recording studio.
The position involves the procuring of artists for our production team and coordination of projects.
To this end an existing relationship with publishing houses and music management companies would be highly advantageous.
Whilst we would prefer someone living in our area it is not essential.
Hours are totally flexible and the commission based salary would realise an income in the $80-100k vicinity.
Please contact Geoff on 04321 789 71 or email particulars to teriwright57@homail.com
Vegetarian Cook Required
Local, experienced and reliable vegetarian cook required for buffet style service. References & and an interest in yoga are essential. Please email resume to admin@byronyoga.com.
We are a lovely big property situated in beautiful Coorabel, 10 mins from Surf town Byron Bay, 10 mins to Bangalow & 10 mins from the village of Mullumbimby. On a 5 hectare property you can enjoy the surrounding green rolling hills, cows, chooks and horses with the peace and quiet of rural living but with fun & bustling surf town only minutes down the road. What we require from you is 5 hours of work 5 days a week with 2 full days off.
Work includes mowing, whipper snipping, weeding, hole digging & tree planting. Assisting our resident permaculturalist in planting and tending to our organic verge gardens and setting up and maintaining our orchards. There is lots to learn on our property so if you have a green thumb then this is the place for you.
With a newborn on the way we want woofers that are more independent in the approach to living. We do like to share meals during the week but the majority of meals will be with the other woofers on the land. Each week you will assist in preparing food for everyone. We cater for all types of diets. We have fresh eggs from the chickens daily and soon the gardens will be abundant enough of you to pick your own fruit and veggies.
Ideally, we would like woofers who are conscious minded about the environment, clean and tidy in the dwellings and considerate of others. In return, we will provide you with good food, a lovely self-contained home and a family environment where openness and honesty is honoured. The accommodation is a shared dwelling with other woofers, we provide bunk beds in a self-contained studio. Ideally you will need to be quiet and respectful of other people’s space and belongings. And most importantly you are here to work and be a part of our community.
We look forward to hearing from you!
PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER VISA EXTENSIONS.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/woofers-wanted/1078048285
CHEF
for busy takeaway. Drop resume into Beloporto, Shop 12 Feros Arcade, Lawson Street, Byron Bay
Barista
LOVE GELATO & COFFEE? We do too! Come join our happy crew in Lennox Head. Barista, experience a bonus. CV to lennoxgelatocoffeeco@hotmail.com
Can you understand and answer the following questions?
Check your understanding by matching a phrasal verb in column 1 with the definition in column 2. e.g. 1 (get away) = I (escape).
| Column A | Column B | ||
| 1 | get away | A | stand |
| 2 | get something back | B | get out of bed |
| 3 | get off something | C | meet (usually for social reasons) |
| 4 | get on with | D | step onto a train, bus or aircraft |
| 5 | get (time) off | E | like / have a good relationship with |
| 6 | get on | F | be absent from work with permission |
| 7 | get together | G | leave a train, bus or aircraft |
| 8 | get up (1) | H | receive something you had before |
| 9 | get up (2) | I | escape |
| 10 | get back | J | return |
Now write the ten phrasal verbs up in three columns, with an example sentence in the third column e.g.
| Phrasal Verb | Meaning | Example Sentence |
| get together | meet (usually for social reasons) | Let’s get together for a BBQ this weekend. |
You can look example sentences up in any good dictionary. Or you can do the quiz at https://www.englishclub.com/ref/Phrasal_Verbs/Quizzes/get_1/index.htm and use the example sentences from there. However, the best way to remember new vocabulary is to write example sentences that are personal to you.
Remember to review the phrasal verbs in an hour, in a day and in a week and try to use them regularly so that you don’t forget them!
Today at Coffee Club we had quite a few of our Elementary and Pre-Intermediate students and we all talked about how to say “Awesome!” and the differences in animal noises between all of our countries. It was a lot of fun and everyone had a great laugh!
We don’t get many students from The Netherlands so, as Dutch student Tanja Reitberg is leaving us this week after a six week stay, I asked if she would share her experience with us.
“I had some free time to study abroad and I chose Byron Bay because I had heard from a Melbourne friend that it had beautiful beaches, great weather and friendly people. She was correct. I really like the lifestyle here; it’s relaxed, sociable and easy to meet people.
“I’m training to be an English Teacher back home, so I need my English to be perfect. I don’t like formal study much so I though learning English here – the natural way – would be perfect for me. I was lucky with my class; my classmates are all very nice and my teacher, Julia, is helpful, enthusiastic, happy and motivating. She has also given me lots of extra materials for CPE as I will be taking the exam three weeks after I return home, so I now feel really prepared for this.
“I stayed in a homestay and my host family have been amazing. They are a young couple who are very friendly and have given me great tips about what to see and do. They also cook delicious Asian food which is very different from what I’m used to cooking back home – I’ve been collecting the recipes! Then, Sunday is movie night, where we all sit together to watch a film.
“Overall, Byron Bay has been great. I’ve really enjoyed living, studying and socialising here. A special memory? I’d have to say sitting on the beach and enjoying a few drinks during one of the amazing sunsets.”
Thanks for sharing Tanja! And please let us know how you get on in your Proficiency exam.
Today we welcome 4 new starters with us here in Byron!
Thiago comes from Brazil and will be here with us for 3 months! He is an artist who specializes in drawing and graffiti and he is really looking forward to improving his English! He was meant to come here 8 years ago but his trip was cancelled and now he has finally made it!
Leo comes to us from Italy. He is travelling Australia with friends and and decided to stop here in Byron for a month to improve on his english skills. At home he is a reality TV cameraman!
Sangwoo is from South Korea and wants to learn English and Chinese to help him travel and work internationally in marketing.He has spent the last 6 months working in a chicken factory in Brisbane!
Shota comes from Japan and wants to learn English so he can travel the world. He loves the culture, weather, nature, and surfing here in Australia and decided to study his English here because of that. He just finished University where he studied Business Management!
Make sure to say hello to these guys they are all really nice and pretty funny!
Last Friday we mixed it up and instead of our normal Sausage Sizzle we held a Mexican BBQ and made Tacos! Students were really excited to get a different style BBQ and eat some delicious food. With some Carne Asada, grilled veggies, beans, and cheese the students got to create their own tacos!
It was all hands on deck with Grant and Marie and even our Travel Agent Millie preparing the BBQ, chopping the meat and veggies, and cooking everything!
DK Enjoying his taco!
Mike and Fumika Enjoying the BBQ
On the 7th May e walked down to the local farmers’ Market here in Byron Bay. For the most of us, it was the first time at the market. We talked to one of the local banana suppliers, who only has bananas available at the moment. Normally, he also sells pineapples and pumpkins, however this depends on the season. He comes to the market every week. His products grow on a farm in Bangalow. They are not organic but spray-free. After a short talk with the friendly banana man we got a delicious banana to try. The Farmers’ Market definitely made a lasting impression and we are really looking forward to going there again.
Written by Lorena and Theo
Healthy Nutrition at the Farmers’ Market
To the locals who sell food at the Farmers’ Market, it is very important to support the organic food production because it is natural and has no chemicals in it. Due to this, they rarely go out and try to buy healthy food, even if it’s more expensive.
An interesting point we heard was that their children really appreciate the healthy nutrition with which they grew up. They are very thankful for that.
Even if they try to be very strict with their healthy lifestyle, they admitted to having some cheat days and eating lollies.
Written by Nina and Tiffany
Why are the products only 90% organic?
The stall holder told us that for a product to be organic it needs to grow and be cultivated just with water and sun. As they can’t always know the origin of the products they sell, the stall holders don’t guarantee that their products are 100% organic.
Written by Isabella and Samy
Organic Coffee
Julian and José feel the need to drink coffee in the morning. So, they went to a coffee seller to taste the organic coffee at the farmers’ market. The service was not so friendly but the seller answered our questions. Julian asked about the preservatives of the coffee to check if the seller knew exactly what the characteristics of his product were and if he could give more information about it. Effectively, the coffee is produced in Byron Bay. In this regard, the vendor admitted that José’s hot chocolate was not organic.
In conclusion, we are happy about this experience as it permitted us to speak with the locals and enjoy a beautiful muffin.
By Julian and José
Today we say goodbye to 4 of our students.
Linard and Fabian – 4 weeks – Switzerland
These two were our Professional Cross Country Skiers who won their 4 weeks with us on a radio show through an agent. Their teachers said they were a pleasure to have in class. They both said they enjoyed their time here and had a lot of fun. They said it was a pleasure to meet everyone and thanked everyone for being so friendly and nice.
Sven – 8 weeks – Switzerland
Sven has been here for 8 weeks and really enjoyed his time here. He English has progressed quite a bit and has gotten a lot better. Sven is now heading off to go travelling!
Sora – 8 weeks – Korea
Sora is leaving us today as well but wasn’t present for graduation.
Good luck to everyone and save travels!!!
Phrasal verbs (or more accurately multi-word verbs) are two or three word verbs made up of a verb + one or two particles (preposition or adverb). They can be confusing for non-native speakers because:
Remembering the meaning and grammar of phrasal verbs takes practice and dedication. Whenever you stumble upon a new one, look it up, write it down and then try to use it yourself as soon and as often as possible.
Check out https://www.englishclub.com/vocabulary/phrasal-verbs-list.htm for a detailed grammar summary plus a list of 200 of some of the most popular phrasal verbs, with definitions and example sentences. Print the list out and then add to it in the same way as you come across more.
And if you didn’t know the meaning of any of the phrasal verbs in this article you can look them up below:
| break something up | divide something into pieces | The company has been broken up and sold off |
| made up of something | consist or be composed of something | The board is made up of five members |
| get on something | step onto a vehicle | We’re going to freeze out here if you don’t let us get on the bus. |
| get over something (1) | recover from an illness or loss | difficulty I just got over the flu and now my sister has it. |
| get over something (2) | overcome a problem | The company will have to close if it can’t get over the new regulations. |
| get round to something | finally find time to do (AmE: get around to something) | I don’t know when I am going to get round to writing the thank you cards. |
| get together | meet (usually for social reasons) | Let’s get together for a BBQ this weekend. |
| take something off | remove something (usually clothing) | Take off your socks and shoes and come in the lake! |
| get along/on | like each other | I was surprised how well my new girlfriend and my sister got along/on. |
| make up (1) | forgive each other | We were angry last night, but we made up at breakfast. |
| make someone up (1) | apply cosmetics to | My sisters made me up for my graduation party. |
| make something up (1) | invent, lie about something | Josie made up a story about why we were late. |
| stumble across/on/upon | discover something by chance | I stumbled upon this great shop when I was looking for the library. |
| look something up | search and find information in a reference book or database | We can look her phone number up on the Internet. |
| write something down | write something on a piece of paper so you don’t forget it | Did you write down Jo’s phone number? |
| check something out | look at carefully, investigate | The company checks out all new employees. |
| print something out | produce a printed copy of a document that has been written on a computer | Could you print out a copy of that letter for me. |
| come across something | find unexpectedly | I came across these old photos when I was tidying the closet. |
Weekend weekend weekend!!! Hope you are all ready. Sadly we have had some poor weather the past few weekends but this weekend should be all sun! So head to the beach and do some awesome activities. Which you can book through Millie at the travel desk in the student lounge!
Going for a Movie?
Palace Cinemas
THU 11.10am, 1.20pm, 3.20pm, 8.30pm FRI 10.40am, 3.45pm, 6.30pm, 9.00pm SAT 10.10am, 6.15pm, 8.50pm SUN 10.10am, 4.20pm, 6.30pm, 9.00pm MON 9.40am, 3.20pm, 6.30pm, 8.30pm TUE 10.30am, 3.45pm, 6.30pm, 8.30pm WED 10.00am, 12.50pm, 6.30pm, 8.30pm
FRI/SUN 4.30pm SAT 4.00pm
THU 1.10pm FRI 12.00pm SAT 11.40am SUN 11.50am MON 9.20am, 4.15pm TUE 12.20pm, 4.50pm WED 9.20am, 4.50pm
THU 11.00am FRI 9.50am, 1.30pm SAT 9.30am SUN 2.00pm MON 9.30am, 2.00pm TUE 10.10am, 1.30pm WED 4.15pm
THU 6.30pm FRI 8.30pm SAT 3.00pm, 8.30pm SUN 3.00pm, 6.00pm
MON 9.00pm TUE-WED 9.20pm
SAT 1.00pm MON 12.30pm
PITCH PERFECT 2(M) (no free tickets)THU 2.00pm, 4.30pm, 6.10pm, 9.15pm FRI 1.25pm, 3.50pm, 6.40pm, 9.15pm SAT 12.40pm, 4.10pm, 6.10pm, 9.10pm SUN 9.30am, 12.35pm, 7.05pm, 9.25pm MON 11.30am, 4.10pm, 6.40pm, 9.15pm TUE 1.20pm, 3.40pm, 7.00pm, 9.15pm WED 1.50pm, 3.40pm, 7.00pm, 9.15pm
SUN 1.00pm WED 11.00am
THU 7.00pm
THU 11.00am, 4.10pm, 9.20pm FRI 11.00am, 2.10pm, 6.10pm SAT 10.15am, 1.50pm, 6.30pm SUN 10.15am, 9.15pm MON 11.40am, 1.50pm, 6.15pm TUE 11.00am, 2.30pm, 6.10pm WED 11.30am, 2.30pm, 6.10pm
Gig Guide
Friday 8th May:
The Northern –Timberwolf, Kite Machine, Kyle Lionhart, DJ Taya Mills
The Rails – (7pm) Toby
The Beach Hotel – (5pm) Jon J Bradley (9pm) Boom Fyah Strikes Back
Woody’s – (8pm) DJ Supamaorifulla
Saturday 9th May:
The Northern – Chesta Hedron, This Old Sunn, Sunrose, DJ Sammond
The Rails – (7pm) Bossy Big Heart
The Beach Hotel – (9pm) DJ Discrow
Woody’s – (8pm) DJ Sanchez
Sunday 10th May:
The Northern – Ooz
The Rails – (6:30pm) Kiara Jack & The Jills
The Beach Hotel – (4:30pm) Soul’d (8pm) KLP & Young Franco
Markets
Byron Artisan Market – Saturday – Railway Park Evening 5pm – 9pm
That’s some of the awesome things to do this weekend so go out and have fun and enjoy!
We held our monthly Ping Pong tournament today!Everyone was quite excited to have another one so soon! Today we had some different faces make it further in the tournament with the Semifinals featuring Martin vs. Arthur and Theo vs Raphael (last Tournament Champ). The finals came down to Theo and Martin with Martin taking the win and the prize in the end!
So, you’ve decided you want to study English Australia but you are not sure about where to stay, during your studies, or how much it will cost? Here at Lexis Byron Bay we offer students three different options to suit their objectives, needs and budgets.
Homestay
Photos from the home of homestay providers – Claudia and Byron Bernardazzi
Many students elect for the traditional option of a homestay as it not only provides a safe, comfortable living environment, but also plenty of opportunities to meet local people, make lasting friendships and get in lots of English practice. Homestay options include half-board (breakfast and dinner), B&B (breakfast only), executive homestay (own bathroom) and twin room. Prices (2015) range from $160 (twin room B&B) to $270 (half-board executive).
CAE students Samy Ben Miled and José Da Silva Barbosa are currently in a twin-share homestay. José explains below why he chose this option and why he is enjoying it so far.
“I chose homestay so I could have contact with locals and experience another culture. It’s also a great way to improve my English. My experience with my family has been really good because the father has the same interests as me; football (soccer). Only yesterday, we went to watch a game together. I’m really lucky. “
Jose (far left) and Samy (front centre) enjoying the beach with other Lexis students
Student House
Front of student house
Twin room in student house
On the other hand, many students prefer the independence of living in a student house and if you like to cook, don’t mind doing your own cleaning and washing and can get on with a house full of sharemates from around the world, this might be the option for you! Rooms start at $160 for a twin share, while the most expensive option is a single room at $200.
Reto Neuhaus, a current Swiss German student, booked to stay in the student house for the entire 20 weeks of his studies. Below, he explains why.
“I thought it would be a great way to meet other students and make friends quickly and also enable me to live more independently than a homestay. When I arrived, I discovered that it was right next to the school, which is perfect!”
Student house kitchen
On-site Accommodation
Twin bedroom in on-site accommodation
Kitchen facilities for use by on-site accommodation residents
At Lexis Byron Bay we also have one other very special and unique option; students can live on-site in a purpose built accommodation block attached to the school. Students living on-site, share the lounge, kitchen and toilet facilities with the school while sleeping in brand new, light, bright, airy bedrooms. Laundry facilities and free Wi-Fi are included and standard prices range from $150 for four-bed dorm to $225 for a single. In addition, there are “Specials” at certain times which make the prices even more appealing.
I asked Sora Kim, from South Korea, how she enjoyed living on-site.
“It’s so good because you meet many people from lots of different countries and we all sit together in the evening and talk. Whenever I’m feeling lonely or homesick I can just go down to the kitchen and there’s always something going on. Also, because it’s attached to the school, I don’t have to worry about the weather or getting up early!”
Sora outside the on-site accommodation
Sales Representative
We need motivated people to help promote and sell our website design to the public
Must have experience in sales and marketing
Nationwide marketing campaign
Must have Skype available if unable to meet in person
0431429724 – Scott
Travel Consultant
Peterpans Adventure Travel, Australia’s largest Adventure Travel Company is now recruiting well-travelled staff members to join our Call Centre sales team in Byron Bay.
Great working environment, discounted travel, competitive hourly wage plus weekly commission!
Role requirements:
• Must be able to commit to at least 6 months
• Excellent verbal and written (English) skills is a must
• Outstanding customer service
• Passion for travel
• Sales experience highly regarded
Please email your resume and cover letter to info@peterpans.com and check out our website peterpans.com.au to see what we are all about.
Travel Writers, Bloggers, and Photographers
New Travel Backpacker Mag Submissions
We are currently looking for writers, bloggers, photographers and creative individuals to submit content for a new Australian Backpacker Magazine to be published later this year.
If you are an aspiring writer, have a degree in travelling or just had a rad experience and want to share it with other travellers YOU can submit content to michelle@detourmag.com.au
We are looking for edgy, creative writers or photographers. Ones that aren’t typically mainstream and have some quirkiness about them. Maybe you want to write as though you are chatting to a mate, have some awesome pictures with a fab story behind it, or have a sweet blog you want to share with the world. Whatever your vibe we want to hear from you.
What’s in it for you?
Because this is a travelling community, it gives you the chance to showcase your work, get your stuff published, and be part of the best new mag around. If you become a regular writer, or submit content on a regular basis, there is the opportunity to become part of Detour Mag staff. Michelle – 0424001265
CLEANER Casual Position
After cleaner for two hours 4 days per week. Must be in town for 3 months minimum.
General duties. Plus one Super clean per month. All products supplied.
Must be flexible.
Please send short description and references via email.
Thank you – Vanessa – 0450845377
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/cleaner-casual-position/1077532948
Bar Staff Required
One of Byron Bay’s busiest nightclubs, Woody’s Surf Shack, is looking for experienced bartenders to work in our fast-paced, high-energy venue!
Working 20+ hours per week, we need bartenders with HEAPS of bar experience, excellent drink & cocktail skills and that feel the need…the need for speed! You must have a combination of world-class customer service and the ability to pump out the drinks when the bar is packed and our customers are having the night of their lives!
Previous experience in a similar role IS ESSENTIAL!
We offer an awesome & fun work environment, an excellent wage, amazing staff benefits & the opportunity to live and work in one the best places in the world!
Please send your CV listing all relevant experience.
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/bar-staff/rockstar-bar-staff-required/1077675568
Indie Travel
Seeking new employees who want to work for a leading travel agency. We specialise in Backpacker travel all around Australia. We are a company that is ever expanding and growing. We are now looking for experienced sales representatives that are looking to build a career in Australia with sponsorship and even PR as a goal. We want hungry, committed people that want to make money that we can progress through the company in to Management Positions and even further to Area Managers. We pride ourselves on finding new raw talent and nurturing them in to experienced managers who can bring the next new stars through. Currently there are positions in Byron Bay 0478723308 – Jack
Wicked Travel
ARE YOU A SALES SUPERSTAR????
Are you staying in Byron Bay, do you have sales experience? have you travelled the east coast? Are you looking for sponsorship?
Earning an hourly wage plus commission!
We are looking for a confident and motivated individual to join our sales team. If you think that you have and want all of the above please send your resume to simon@wickedtravel.com.au
Happy Travels
Have you got a passion for Sales and Travel?
Want to join a fun and dynamic team with great perks?
Have you travelled the East Coast of Australia (including Fraser Island and Whitsundays) and LOVED it?
Happy Travels is the fastest growing backpacker travel agency in Australia.
We are seeking a FUN, BUBBLY, ENTHUSIASTIC, ENERGETIC and AWESOME new team members to join our family.
Working out of our Byron Bay office making dreams come true for backpackers travelling around Australia, Fiji and New Zealand.
Solid base rate, fun working environment, great perks and Un-Capped commission!
Full time hours.
Possibility of sponsorship for the right applicants.
Face to face sales, promotions work and door knocking⁄ street charity work a great asset.
Must be able to commit to 6 months minimum…
Email a CV AND a cover letter stating why you’d be awesome as a travel sales legend or pop into our shop today…
Reliable Cleaner
Looking for a reliable, flexible cleaner to clean our property
Days and times vary
$25 p⁄h cash
We provide products
Need to be committed until end of July Ruby – 0432947330
TELESALES
We are a small, fun, hardworking team looking for a dynamic sales person with experience closing leads. You will be contacting potential clients and advertisers by telephone and email to build, develop and grow our two website businesses. Desirable Attributes: previous sales exp essential; clear communication skills; good computer skills (Excel, Emailing and database programs); willingness to learn the basics about the industry. This position is casual for approx 20hrs/wk to start with potential for major growth. Ph: 0429 264 811 Email resume to: trucepublishing@gmail.com
ACCOUNTS ALLROUNDER
– AR, AP, Payroll, Bank Rec, 1-2 days pw in vibrant, dynamic workplace, min 3 yrs exp (ideally in fashion industry). Familiar with Xero & Inventory Software. Accuracy Essential. Pay commensurate with exp. Send 1 page CV & cover letter by May 15th to: accounts@spelldesigns.com – Only successful applicants will be contacted
CASUAL HOUSEKEEPER & MAINTENANCE POSITION AVAILABLE
Experience preferred in hotels & motels, must be local. Please email applications & CV to: info@byronbaysidemotel. com.au
GARDEN & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
Established large gardens/acreage, 2 days per week, hedging, weed control/ spraying, general gardening, light chainsaw work and some mowing. Must be experienced, strong and reliable. Federal. Local preferred. 0412105516
GARDENING WORK
in Byron Bay 3 times per week. Must be hardworking & reliable. Contact Eddie 0412889881
If you’re planning to visit Byron Bay sometime soon (and if you’re not, why not?) then here’s a list of some of the spectacular events that the town hosts throughout the year.
The Falls Music & Art Festival
New Year
Falls is a multi day camping event, held over the New Year holiday, featuring bands from around the globe plus dance, comedy, theatre, circus, cabaret, and other art forms.
http://byron.fallsfestival.com.au/
Byron Bay International Film Festival
Early March
Now Australia’s largest regional film festival, the BBIFF showcases feature films, documentaries animation and short films from more than 35 countries.
Bluesfest
Easter Weekend
Bluesfest is Australia’s premiere Blues & Roots Music Festival, featuring more than 200 performances of the best blues, roots, folk, soul and world artists plus camping grounds, licensed bars, undercover food courts and market stalls.
Byron Bay Tri & Multisport Festival
Second Weekend in May
The Byron Bay Triathlon is an Olympic Distance event, which attracts around 1,300 competitors from many different countries. Competitors enjoy a 1.5km ocean swim; a 40km and finally a 10km run. Sprint and Tempter events plus a children’s Aquathon are also held for the younger and more inexperienced.
Splendour in the Grass
Late July
Splendour is Australia’s biggest winter music festival, featuring three days full of big name bands.
http://splendourinthegrass.com/
Byron Bay Writers’ Festival
Early August
The Byron Bay Writers’ Festival features the most significant and respected contemporary Australian writers participating in lectures, lunches, panels, conversations, launches and readings.
http://www.byronbaywritersfestival.com.au
Boomerang Festival
Early October
The Boomerang Festival is a first-of-its-kind, Indigenous festival, featuring an array of music, dance, theatre, comedy, film and visual arts, along with cultural knowledge exchanges and thought provoking conversations. Camping is available at the festival.
http://www.boomerangfestival.com.au/
Byron Lighthouse Run
Mid October
The annual Byron Lighthouse Run is a charity event proudly supported by local business. Participants can choose from a 6.7 k walk or a 10 k run
Byron Bay Surf Festival
Late October
The annual Byron Bay Surf Festival focuses on the creative culture within surfing and features plenty of amazing surfing plus surf art, music, film, history, workshops, literature, markets, presentations, youth art and swap-meets.
http://www.byronbaysurffestival.com/
Uplift Festival
Early/Mid December
Uplift is a global festival of transformation where pioneers in science, spirituality, health, indigenous wisdom, business, sustainability and creativity can come together to collaborate, present and inspire.
Today we have two new starters joining us. So help us in saying welcome to June and Luca!
June is from Korea and came here to improve his English because it is a very important skill to have to get a job. June just finished university and got his degree in Architecture. He is very excited to study in Byron Bay for 12 weeks.
Luca is from Italy and is here in Australia looking for a job. He just finished working at a farm to extend his stay here and now wants to study English to be able to help him in a career in Engineering. He just finished his degree before coming to Australia.
Make sure to go find these two and introduce yourselves!
Today it was a it stormy so we held a Ping Pong Tournament with about 20 participants! There were some great games and it was very competitive. It ended up with Gabriel (our previous Champ) and Raphael in the final with Raphael ending up taking the win and the prize!!!
Today we had a large graduation with nine students! We are very sad to see these students leaving us.
Heejun – Upper Intermediate
Heejun – 8 weeks – Korea
His teacher said he was an amazing student and never got below 90%. He is now off to Brisbane and said he had a great time and thank you to his teachers for all the help.
Joelle – Upper Intermediate
Joelle – 4 weeks – Switzerland
Joelle’s teacher said she was a very funny student and she would miss having her in class. Joelle said that on the first day she hated Byron Bay and wanted to leave. But then realized that she loved it here and had a fantastic time!
Valentin – Intermediate
Valentin – 4 Weeks – France
His teacher said he was a great student and very intelligent and asked very good questions.
Gabriel – Intermediate
Gabriel – 12 weeks – Switzerland
Gabriel was with us for 3 months and was in our Intermediate class. He will now begin travelling and said thank you and “enjoy”.
Marie – Advanced
Marie – 4 weeks – Austria
Marie came to us with an already high level of English but was very shy at first. After a couple of weeks she really started speaking up more and showing off her great English skills. She said thank you to everyone and she wishes she was staying for longer.
Keiko – Pre-Intermediate
Keiko – 12 weeks – Japan
Keiko is a very dedicated student and worked extremely hard to improve her English in her time here. Very full of life and is looking to stay around Byron and get a job here. She said she had had a great time and to enjoy Byron Bay!
Hokuto – Pre-Intermediate
Hokuto – 4 weeks – Japan
Hokuto was a great student, who loves surfing, and got good marks .He will be staying in Byron to find work and surf.
Crystal and Douglas – Per-Intermediate
Douglas and Crystal – 12 weeks – Korea
These two came to Australia together and both worked very hard to move up from Elementary into the Pre-Intermediate class. Teacher Marie said that Douglas definitely speaks more but Crystal had very good grades. Both worked extremely hard throughout their 12 weeks here. They now head off to Sydney. They said thank you to their teachers and that they’d had a great time.
We will miss all of you!
Fabian (left) and Linard (right)
For the past three weeks Lexis Byron Bay has felt privileged to host two upcoming Swiss athletes – Fabian Schaad and Linard Kindschi.
Fabian and Linard, both professional cross country skiers, were lucky enough to win a radio competition sponsored by Boa Lingua. The prize – a fantastic four-week, fully-inclusive trip to a school of their choice in Australia.
We caught up with Fabian and Linard earlier this week to find out how they were enjoying this once-in-a-lifetime trip so far and also to learn a bit more about their amazing jobs.
How long have you been skiing?
Fabian: Since I was a young boy of 2 years so you can say I was born to it. Then, I started competing at about 13. First, I was doing Alpine Skiing but then discovered I preferred competing with others at the same time.
Linard: I think the first time I went on cross country skis was at 3 years of age. At 6 years I took part in a competition, just because my brothers did it as well. In the following years, I did more competitions at even higher levels. I’ve trained regularly with a team since I was 13 years old.
What are your goals as a professional skier?
Fabian: My main goal is to go to the PyeongChang Olympic Games in South Korea. I’m hoping to compete in the Team Sprint with my younger brother.
Linard: For me too, my next big goal is the Olympic Games. Then, in general, my goal is to be one of the best skiers in the world. This means to be regularly in the top 10 in world cup races and championships.
Why did you choose to come to Byron Bay?
Fabian: I’d heard a lot of positive things about Byron from other people and friends and I have to agree. Byron’s awesome!
Linard: Also, we wanted to go to a smaller town and not a big city like Brisbane.
Photo of Byron Bay courtesy of another talented Lexis student Sylvain Maury
And, how are you enjoying it?
Fabian: I really like the relaxed atmosphere here. It’s so different to Switzerland and I really enjoy it. Also the beach is great and I go there as much as I can. I went surfing for the first time, recently, and really enjoyed it even if I fell off the surfboard more times that I stood on it. I will do it again and as often as I can.
Linard: I really like that I can go everywhere by bike. I love to spend the afternoons at the beach and ride some waves on the surfboard. The people are all very nice and friendly.
Getting competitive during Wednesday’s Poker Tournament
Finally, what is your favourite thing about Lexis English Byron Bay?
Fabian: For me it’s just a good thing to go to school. For a long time I’ve just been training every day – three years without school or anything else. I really like the school here and all of the people. It’s interesting to see so many students from all over the world.
Linard: There is always a good atmosphere on the whole campus and in class. You can learn something new every day not only in lessons but also in the kitchen.
Thanks guys and enjoy your final week in Lexis Byron Bay.