Happy Student – Juliana Barrera Merchan

Yesterday, ex-student Juliana came in to say that she would shortly be leaving Byron Bay. She told me that there had been tears already and she was sure that there would be more to come and that Lexis was a huge part of what made her Byron experience so memorable. I asked her if she had time to do a quick “Happy Student” profile and share some pictures of her enjoying Byron Bay and she was delighted to accept.

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Why Byron Bay?

It’s simple. My brother used to live here and he said Byron was the right place for me. He said “you belong to Byron,” and he was right.

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And did it live up to your expectations?

Absolutely! It’s the lifestyle that I always wanted to have.

I’ve always tried to be true to myself but it’s harder when you in a rush going to work and surrounded by friends and family who are getting on with their everyday life. It’s hard to open your mind in that environment. Travelling is such a huge experience because your away from the norm, so you want to experience everything fully, you try to live in the moment and relish every day. And Byron Bay is the perfect place for that.

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How was Learning English at Lexis?

It was great because the classes are so dynamic and every single sense is involved. The lessons are structured by with lots of scope for creativity. My teachers were always trying to find topics that interested us and encouraged us to talk.

And it’s not just the teachers who are so committed but the office staff as well. If I could say one thing about Lexis Byron Bay it’s that your signature is your staff. Just keep doing what you’ve been doing because it’s clear that you really care and aren’t just doing a job.

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You studied for (and passed) the Cambridge Advanced Exam. How was this?

I think this was my favourite time. Being in a classroom with the same people every day for 3 months means you forge such strong connections. And my classmates and I all worked together to motivate each other and help with our individual weaknesses. I’m actually going to Switzerland to visit all my Swiss classmates in August. I’m going to drive around to all the different cities and say hi! We became like a family so I’m really looking forward to it.

Also, my teacher Josie, is the just most amazing human being and she has such good strategies to encourage students to correct their weaknesses. She really cares about us as individuals and is really personal in her feedback and advice.

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If you could give one piece of advice for someone coming to study at Lexis Byron Bay, what would it be?

Try not to hang out with people from your own country. That’s the reason my English improved so much in such a short time. All my friends are locals or from other countries. Making friends with locals also means that you get to hang out with them doing  Byron activities such as surfing, kayaking and stand up paddleboarding, and discover the real Byron and neighbouring places like Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby.

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Final Words?

Lexis is forever in my heart.

Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing or Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.

 

 

 

Mixed Skills Class Cook Off

This afternoon Claudia’s Mixed Skills A2/B1 Options class had a Masterchef style cook-off.

The topic this week was food and cooking so it was time to put some of the language they learned into practice.

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It’s the weekend! Byron Bay, March 18-20

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WEATHER

The temperature is forecast for a high of around 28 during the day and a low of 21 overnight. Friday is looking clear, with showers and possible thunderstorms over the weekend.

weather weekend

 

SURF

surf weekend

 

PIGHOUSE FLICKS LOUNGE CINEMA (at Byron Bay Brewery)

Friday

Brooklyn 1:45pm
Hail, Caesar! 4:00pm
Room 6:15pm
Deadpool 8:30pm
Saturday 
Brooklyn 11:15am
Hail, Caesar! 1:30pm
Deadpool 3:45pm
Spotlight 6:00pm
Hail, Caesar! 8:30pm
Sunday 
Hail, Caesar! 11:15am
Deadpool 1:30pm
Brooklyn 3:50pm
Room 6:10pm
Deadpool 8:00pm

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GIG GUIDE

Friday

 
Beach Hotel – 5pm DJs, 9pm Babe Rainbow

Byron Brewery – 7pm Soul Sisters
Byron Fresh – 7pm Los Losano
Ginger Pig – 8pm Groove DJ
Great Northern Hotel – Sunrose, Chester Hedron, Lotus Ship, DJ Eva J
Maddog – Surf happening with live music
Pizza Paradiso – 7pm Abe Stewart
Railway Hotel – 7pm Sasta
Sticky Wicket – 9pm DJs Sweaty, Buddha, Issey B, Beatdusta 9.30pm Adam Harpaz
Sun Bistro – 5pm Valdi Gray
Treehouse – 7.30pm Warren Earl Band
Woody’s Surf Shack – 9pm Dusty Boots & Friends

Saturday

Beach Hotel – 9pm Rhythm & Cutloose, Danny Cool
Byron Brewery – 8pm Kimmy Crew
Byron Fresh – 7pm Palm Wine Ambassadors
Cape Byron Rudolf Steiner School Hall – 7.30pm Revelation: Ashley Lopez
Great Northern Hotel – Bugs, El Bravo, Yes Sir Noceur
Miss Marguarita – 1.30pm DJ Chris Bradley
Pizza Paradiso – 7pm Luke Yeaman
Railway Hotel – 7pm Paul Haselgrove Band
Sticky Wicket – 9pm Local DJs 9.30pm Ooz
Three Blue Ducks – 11am Grommet Busking Heats
Treehouse – 7.30pm The Rolling Waves
Woody’s Surf Shack – 8pm DJ Adrian Brandello

Sunday

Beach Hotel – 4.30pm Late For Woodstock, 8pm Boston Switch & Guests
Byron Brewery – 3pm DJs Leoch, Magu & more
Byron Fresh – 7pm Adam Harpaz
Byron Golf Club – 4pm Jock Barnes
Ginger Pig – 3pm Ineka
Great Northern Hotel – Salt Brain
Railway Hotel – 7pm Heloise
Sun Bistro – 5pm Tess Latu
The Bolt Hole – 6pm Jimmy Dowling
Three Blue Ducks – 11am Grommet Busking Heats
Treehouse – 2pm DJ Eva J & Friends

 

MARKETS

Friday

Mullumbimby Farmers’ Market

Saturday

Bangalow Farmers Market

Lismore Farmers’ Market

Mullumbimby Community Market

Blue Knob Farmers’ Market

Sunday

Byron Artisan Market

Uki Buttery Bazaar Market

Lismore Car Boot Market

Pottsville Markets

 

 

Have a lovely weekend everyone! <3

 

Jobs Jobs Jobs! Byron Bay, March 2

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LABOURER REQUIRED FOR NEW HOUSE BUILD – BYRON BAY

Labourer required for a few months on new house build/light commercial build. You will require welding skills, be able to do some concreting and general labour

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/labourer-required-for-new-house-build-byron-bay/1105801396

CAR HANDYMAN

Hi, looking for someone with some basic mechanical & car repair skills, i have a couple of 60s trucks & 6 cars in need of simple mechanical repair & body work

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/car-handyman/1105718959

RESTAURANT SUPERVISOR REQUIRED

Experienced hospitality professional required for management position at Byron Restaurant. Part-time or Full-time. Working holiday visa is fine

HTTP://WWW.GUMTREE.COM.AU/S-AD/BYRON-BAY/MANAGEMENT/RESTAURANT-SUPERVISOR-REQUIRED/1105643437

CASUAL CLEANERS REQUIRED

Must be available to work on call 7 days a week during business hours, no night work. Must speak good English. Long term preferred. Must have experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/casual-cleaners-required/1105568690

RUNWAY MODEL

The Byron Bay International Fashion Festival would like to extend an invitation to runway models

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/health-sports-beauty/runway-model/1104797325

CHEF OR EXPERIENCED COOK

Fulltime position available to a capable, fast, skilled chef or cook. Good conditions, friendly team.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-or-experienced-cook/1105476584

PART TIME/ FULL TIME EXPERIENCE COOK

BayGer burger joint in Byron bay is seeking an experienced cook to join our friendly team. Must have a minimum of 12 month experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/part-time-full-time-experience-cook/1101110266

LOOKING FOR CLEANERS FOR A GUEST HOUSE

Hello im looking for cleaners for a guest house casual work immediate start

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-hospitality/looking-for-cleaners-for-a-guest-house/1105439178

SEEKING MATURE, LOCAL, EXPERIENCED CLEANERS

Seeking Mature, local, experienced cleaners

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/seeking-mature-local-experienced-cleaners/1097110126

TYPIST AND GENERAL ONLINE PUBLISHING ASSISTANT.

Hello, I’m putting together publications, books and press releases, and preparing material for online publishing and actually printing newsletters.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/office/typist-and-general-online-publishing-assistant-/1105294604

CLEANER/RECEPTIONIST WANTED

We are a small accommodation with 5 rooms just outside of Byron Bay. We are looking for an experienced mature and local casual cleaner/receptionist

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/cleaner-receptionist-wanted/1105290937

FUN JOB. RIDE PEDICAB RICKSHAW TAXI. BYRON BAY

Ride a 3 wheel rickshaw taxi round Byron Bay. The rickshaw has a sound system so you can listen to your own music while getting some exercise

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/fun-job-ride-pedicab-rickshaw-taxi-byron-bay/1105288977

FULL TIME SUPERVISOR ALL ROUNDER

Park St Pasta Bar in Brunswick Heads is seeking a full time supervisor / all rounder to join the team.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/full-time-supervisor-all-rounder/1101645163

PHOTOGRAPHER WANTED FOR ART, MUSIC & FASHION SHOWS IN BYRON

Are you used to working in a fast-paced environment? Are you a positive and energetic person? Do you have an insane amount of love for the arts?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/photographer-wanted-for-art-music-fashion-shows-in-byron-bay/1103148205

PERSONAL TRAINER

Heart and Soul Health Clubs, Byron Bay, are looking for qualified Personal Trainers to join their team. Casual position only required for 2 x 3 hour shifts

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sports-healthclub/personal-trainer/1083584648

Well done Minato!

Minato is from Japan and this is only her second week at Lexis Byron Bay, but yesterday she scored 100% on her weekly progress test. Congratulations, Minato, keep up the good work!

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New Starters! February 15

We have 7 new starters this week at Lexis Byron Bay – Nuria, Iara, Marco, Joelle, Lisa, Simon and Nancy.

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Nuria, Iara, Marco, Joelle, Lisa, Simon and Nancy

Nuria is from Spain and she will study at Lexis for 8 weeks. She loves to travel and she also enjoys flamengo dancing, as well as reading, playing saxophone, climbing trees, going out partying and spending time with her friends. She works as a vet back in Spain but right now she wants to travel and improve her English so that she can communicate easily with everyone she meets.

Iara is from Brazil and she plans to stay at Lexis for 6 weeks. Her hobbies include diving and walking and she particularly likes summer weather. In Brazil she works as a mammal conservationist with dugongs. She has been studying in Sydney since January but now she’s made the change to experience Byron Bay. She hopes to significantly improve her English skills by the time she leaves Australia.

Marco is from Switzerland and he will spend 8 weeks here at Lexis. In his free time he plays soccer and goes out with his friends. At home he works as a carpenter making chairs, tables and other wooden items. He has come to Byron Bay to improve his English and afterwards, he plans to travel in Australia for 3 months.

Joelle is also from Switzerland and she will be here for 3 weeks doing the English and Surfing course. In her spare time she enjoys playing floorball and organising camps for children in the forests of Switzerland. She works in a hospital as a nurse. She is keen to improve her English so she can speak to people wherever she goes. This is her first time in Australia and after studying she plans to travel for 3 months.

Lisa is from Switzerland too and she will be joining Joelle on the English and Surfing course. She has some family members also living in Australia, so she plans to visit them while she’s here. She loves going out with her friends and family and in winter she likes snowboarding. Right now she’s taking a gap year between school and university and during the time, she wants to improve her English skills, have a great time, learn a lot of things and make some great memories!

Simon from Switzerland will study at Lexis for 5 weeks. His sister lives in New Zealand so after studying, he will visit her for 2 weeks. He enjoys snowboarding and in summer he likes to go boating. He wants to improve his English skills to make conversations easier wherever he goes.

Nancy is from Italy and she will spend 4 weeks at Lexis.Travel is her favourite hobby but she also likes spending time with friends, going shopping, listening to music and dancing. In Italy she worked as a receptionist at a campsite on Lake Garda and she enjoys interacting with people from different countries and cultures. Now she has come to Australia to improve her English and experience Australian life.

Lexis English Video Competition!

Would you like to win a $1000 Backpackers World Travel voucher to explore Australia?

Enter our school-wide video competition and be in the running to win this amazing prize! Videos should be under 2 minutes & feature your studying experience at Lexis –school, classmates, fun times and location.

To submit your entry simply:

  1. Go to your Lexis English Group on Facebook
  2. Click Add Photo/Video at the top of the group
  3. Click Upload a Photo/Video and select your video – under 2 minutes
  4. Comment with your name followed by “entry for the Destination Lexis Competition
  5. When you’re ready to share, click Post
  6. Five of the most creative videos from each campus will be selected as finalists
  7. Videos must be submitted to your Facebook group page by Friday, 11th March 2016
  8. The finalists will be uploaded onto Lexis’ YouTube channel & the most likes win!

Terms & Conditions apply.

The winner will be announced on 1 April 2016.

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Lexis Sunshine Coast and Seoul campuses are approved OET Test Centres!

We are delighted to announce Lexis Sunshine Coast and Lexis Korea are now approved OET test centres.

The Occupational English Test (OET) is an international English language test that assesses the language and communication skills of healthcare professionals who seek to register and practise in an English-speaking environment.

OET Test materials are designed to reflect real medical workplace scenarios, meaning that candidates can be confident that they will know exactly what to expect, and feel more confident on test day.

The OET provides a valid and reliable assessment of all four language skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking – with an emphasis on communication in medical and health professional settings.

OET tests international health practitioners in the following 12 professions:

  • Dentistry
  • Dietetics
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Optometry
  • Pharmacy
  • Physiotherapy
  • Podiatry
  • Radiography
  • Speech Pathology
  • Veterinary Science

Why the OET?

The OET is recognised and trusted by more than 30 regulatory healthcare bodies and councils in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. Many organisations, including hospitals, universities and colleges, are using OET as proof of a candidate’s ability to communicate effectively in a demanding healthcare environment. In addition, OET is recognised by the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection for a number of visa categories, including work and student visas.

Many candidates currently employed in, or considering working in a healthcare related field choose the OET as it employs the English language that they are most familiar with – the same language that they use every day at work.

Where can I take the OET?

Lexis Sunshine Coast is a registered OET Examination Centre. Our next  2016 examination date will be:

Saturday 9 April 2016

Applications open: 18 Feb to 16 Mar

Results published: 3 May 16

I’m not sure I’m ready for the exam!

If you are concerned that you may not yet have the required level of English for your OET target score, please contact us here to arrange a language assessment. We will be pleased to assist you in arranging an appropriate course of study prior to your examination date.

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Anji’s Pre-Intermediate class – the boys! In their own words…

Today we went to the farmer market. We saw a lot of interesting things. While Gabriel and Noah standing there they saw a new baby. There were a lot of babies! They bought a new baby for 6 dollars.

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Gabriel and Noah with their new “baby”

Some members from the school take a picture with our best teacher. But who is the guy with the rastahair??

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Some members of Anji’s Pre-Intermediate class

Jobs Jobs Jobs! Byron Bay, February 10

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CASUAL BAR PERSON/WAITER

Approx 20 hrs per week. 0403645549 Email: targabyronbay@gmail.com

QUALIFIED CHEFS

Needed to work in a fast-paced friendly team ASAP. Professionals only need apply. No travellers please. Send your CV to: cvtomeplease@gmail.com

CLEANER P/T

With attention to detail & accommodation cleaning experience for 5-star resort near Bangalow. References, ABN & car required. Prefer no travellers. Ph 0411881717 and leave msg

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Permanent part time (2 days pw), fully qualified, registered & insured, required for friendly, relaxed local private practice. Phone 66876124

PANEL BEATERS APPRENTICE

Bangalow Smash Repairs 1st year, immediate start. Must have own transport. Enquiries to Rod or Joanne 66871668 – Resumes to: bangalowsmash@bigpond.com

STORE MANAGER SANTOS BYRON BAY

Outstanding opportunity for the right candidate with this iconic and ethical Byron Shire business. Strong communication skills, computer systems expertise and management experience essential. Applications close February 20. Australian residents only. Please send resume to: paul@santosorganics.com.au

CLEANERS WANTED

For 5-star guest house in Byron Bay. Must have ABN with experience & be reliable. Local resident, no travellers. Call Corrinne 0408261337

BUILDING / MAINTENANCE/ GENERAL LABOUR

Building trade or handyman experience @ Newybar & Byron Bay. You need a car & a good work ethic.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/building-maintenance-general-labour-/1089905875

ROOFER/BUILDER/TRADESMAN/HANDYMAN

Person to construct a new roof (approx.6mx4m) over van and annex ASAP in Ewingsdale, for cash

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/roofer-builder-tradesman-handyman/1103733962

FLOOR SUPERVISOR

Kinoko restaurant seeks an experienced floor supervisor

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/floor-supervisor/1094446365

SUPERSTAR BARISTA

Hello there. We are seeking a superstar barista to join our bustling team at Folk (Byron Bay). Are you flexible, passionate, positive?’

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/baristas/folk-byron-bay-are-hiring-a-superstar-barista-/1103685960

ONLINE PUBLISHER – TRAVEL

Australia’s fastest-growing travel company TripADeal is seeking a talented, experienced and hardworking Online Publisher

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/online-publisher-travel/1094858126

ST ELMO BYRON BAY – CHEFS

St Elmo kitchen are now hiring to fill the following full time positions chef de partie 1-2year apprentice

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/st-elmo-byron-bay-are-looking-to-hire-chefs/1092074688

ACCOUNTANT @ FISHHEADS BYRON BAY

Accountant /Bookkeeper. Oversee accounts payable & receivable. Oversee payroll process, payroll tax, workers compensation, superannuation. Account reconciliations. Be responsible for ensuring the integrity of all accounting processes and systems. Manage financial system, stock take, financial analysis and cash flow forecasting

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/finance/accountant-fishheads-byron-bay/1103669434

SPANISH SPEAKING AU PAIR WANTED

Spanish Speaking Au Pair Wanted near beautiful Byron Bay, accommodation included. Our family is looking for a Spanish speaking Au Pair to start mid-April

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-nanny-babysitting/spanish-speaking-au-pair-wanted/1103628795

MEMBERSHIP SALES CONSULTANT – EXPERIENCED!

Benefit from generous base salary + achievable commission enjoy FREE membership + flexible hours + career development opportunities

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/membership-sales-consultant-experienced-/1103598834

LIVE-IN AUPAIR/HOUSEKEEPER WANTED BYRON BAY

Live In Position: Au PAIR/Housekeeper . Our fantastic au pair is due to return home mid march 2016 so we are seeking another to replace her

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/live-in-nannies/live-in-aupair-housekeeper-wanted-byron-bay-2016/1092831709

YOUNG JUNIOR ADMIN ASSISTANT @ FISHHEADS GROUP, BYRON BAY

Junior Admin Assistant @ Byron Bay part time 3 days : Mon, Wed & Friday. Local only. Have you finished from school and want to develop your career through a traineeship program?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/young-junior-admin-assistant-fishheads-group-byron-bay/1099114597

PARA LEGAL LEASING & CONVEYANCING

Flexible hours, established firm in Byron Bay to assist solicitor with conveyancing / commercial leasing / debt recovery

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/legal/para-legal-leasing-conveyancing/1101239593

FORMWORKER, BYRON BAY LOCATION, ACCOMMODATION PROVIDED

Hi, I’m looking for experienced formworker based in BYRON BAY!!! – Formworker – Experienced – Own Tools – Accommodation is provided

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-construction-trades/formworker-byron-bay-location-accommodation-provided-/1103076529

SERVER/CASHIER

Position: Server/Cashier. Type: On-call, Casual Compensation : Dependent on experience. Koobideh serves tasty Persian food and drink in Byron

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/server-cashier/1103400818

PART TIME GARDEN WORK

Part time gardener wanted for Byron property. Please respond with your contact details (preferably phone number) to arrange an interview.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/farming-veterinary/part-time-garden-work/1103386548

CUSTOMER SERVICE STAFF

We are looking for a customer service/ sales staff member to add to our office team. We are a organic food distribution and manufacturing company

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/customer-service-staff/1101386306

CHEF DE PARTIE @ FISHHEADS BYRON

Part time or full time position. CHEF DE PARTIE. Ensuring a consistent high quality product. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and takeaway

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-de-partie-fishheads-byron/1093970198

WEEKEND CLEANER

Weekend Amenities Cleaner wanted at Belongil Fields Caravan Park. We are looking for an amenities cleaner who is well presented, easy going, flexible

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/weekend-cleaner/1103350516

PART TIME/ FULL TIME EXPERIENCE COOK

BayGer burger joint in Byron bay is seeking an experienced cook to join our friendly team. Must have a minimum of 12 month experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/part-time-full-time-experience-cook/1101110266

QUALIFIED CHEFS

Main Street Burger Bar is a new exciting venture due to open mid February 2016. We are a 100 seat restaurant boasting down right delicious burgers

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/qualified-chefs/1103325021

CLEAN WALLS IN HOUSE READY FOR PAINTING

Prepare house for painting – internal walls and ceilings. Mainly washing down, some sanding. Start 9 am and finish at 3 for $100. Please text Gary

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/byron-bay-clean-walls-in-house-ready-for-painting/1103279756

HANDYMAN REQUIRED TO CHANGE 2 TIRES.

Hi there im looking for a friendly honest handyman in the Byron Bay area who could take off my 2 tyres on my caravan and find me 2 new ones to replace them

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/handyman-required-to-change-2-tires-/1103199615

HORSE YARDHANDS REQUIRED IN BALLINA SHIRE

We are a local equine facility requiring a yard hand to live in. Duties include yard maintenance & house maintenance, grooming & gardening

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/volunteer/horse-yardhands-required-in-ballina-shire/1103159034

IT SUPPORT OFFICER REQUIRED

Our Byron Bay based tech-startup requires an IT support person for our team to start ASAP. We are offering an attractive salary to ensure we have th…

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/it/it-support-officer-required/1103154765

FULL TIME SUPERVISOR ALL ROUNDER

Cafe/Restaurant in Brunswick Heads is seeking a full time supervisor / all rounder to join their team. Must have own transport

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/full-time-supervisor-all-rounder/1101645163

EVENTS ASSISTANT WANT FOR ART, MUSIC & FASHION SHOWS IN BYRON

WHO WE ARE: RAW: natural born artists is an indie arts organisation that focuses on showcasing independent talent in film, fashion, music, visual art

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/events-assistant-want-for-art-music-fashion-shows-in-byron-bay/1103148205

PERSONAL TRAINERS WANTED

Heart and Soul Health Clubs, Byron Bay, are looking for qualified Personal Trainers to join their team. 12 month agreement as a sub-contractor

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sports-healthclub/personal-trainers-wanted/1083584648

FOLK BYRON BAY ARE HIRING A SUPERSTAR BARISTA !!

Hello there. We are seeking a superstar barista to join our bustling team at Folk (Byron Bay). Are you flexible, passionate, positive?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/baristas/folk-byron-bay-are-hiring-a-superstar-barista-/1103137738

CLOTHING MARKET STALL OPERATOR

Want to freshen-up your market stall or start a new venture for 2016?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/retail/clothing-market-stall-operator/1102388116

CLEANER / SOME CHILDCARE

Busy Byron family seeking friendly, happy and reliable person to help us with washing, cleaning, ironing, general chores and occasional childcare

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/cleaner-some-childcare/1096966098

 

 

Table Tennis Tournament

We had another Lexis Table Tennis Tournament this afternoon! Nine students took part and although Quentin and Ranieri played very well and made it to the semi-finals, the final match was between Raphael (not a surprise!) and Janine. Janine played fantastically throughout the tournament but in the end, Rapha was victorious!12647942_10156440487660612_1058389116_n (2)

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Janine and Raphael (and Cedric in the background)

Whites Beach & Broken Head Nature Reserve

This morning, our afternoon students enjoyed a morning at beautiful Whites Beach and Broken Head Nature Reserve, a short drive from Byron Bay. It was a scenic drive (or walk, for Pablo and Tom!) through the rainforest and then a short hike down to the beach. There was time for swimming and exploring and we were very lucky that the sun came out and blue sky appeared!12659624_10156440012145612_1336734467_n (2)12659797_10156440012435612_1426503824_n (2)

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Laura, Eleonore, Seraina, Eric, Michael, Pablo, Jisu and Tom

Excellent Feedback from January Leavers

The students who graduated from Lexis English in January 2016 were very happy with their experience. Their feedback forms indicate that 100% of them would recommend Lexis to a friend.

The majority of students also said that the course improved their speaking, listening, writing and grammar skills “a great deal”. For “Overall Performance”55% rated Lexis Byron Bay as “Excellent” while the remaining 45% selected good. Our teachers received some excellent praise:

“My teacher is very good because she is attentive and helps us.”

“The exercises are good for progress. The teachers were really able to give us new information and help us in trouble.”

“I liked when we played games before studying the book.We learned a lot with different games, which was an exciting way to learn English. I like morning class.”

 

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Our staff were also rated highly while the English Only Policy received a lot of positive comments. Here’s just a couple:

“Very good to guarantee a respectful environment and to practise English.”

It’s good because it’s obligatory to learn English so we progress. I really agree!!

Finally, there was some strong praise,too, for our homestay families.

“Really good homestay family and the location is close the the school so it’s good.”

“My family homestay is fabulous. I had a very good family in Byron. I love the family!”

February Afternoon Activities!

We’ve raced through January and with February just around the corner, it’s time to get excited about our activity calendar for next month!

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Yoga has been very popular at school recently, so Stefanie will be joining us every Monday for a relaxing yoga session.

Coffee Club will be every Tuesday – a great opportunity to meet students from other classes while enjoying coffee, Tim Tams and conversation.

On Wednesdays we will have a variety of activities. Start practicing for another Lexis Table Tennis Tournament as there will be a beer prize! More beer will be up for grabs the following Wednesday at our Poker Tournament. Flavio will join us for another skateboarding session and on the last Wednesday of the month we’ll have a Thai Cooking masterclass lead by one of our lovely students.

On Thursdays we will alternate between Job Club and a new-release movie (with free ice cream!)

Fridays will be mostly sporty, with beach volleyball, beach frisbee and beach soccer. We’ll also have a Valentine’s Day themed BBQ.

Remember, all of these activities are fun, free and a great way to try new things and meet other students.

As well as our daily activities, don’t forget you can also arrange surf lessons with Gaz (he goes most days at 2pm) – you can book these at Lexis reception.

It’s going to be a busy and exciting month! 🙂

It’s The Weekend! Byron Bay, January 29-31

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Weather

It’s going to be a hot weekend, with temperatures around 31 degrees during the day and 22 degrees at night. There may be some scattered thunder storms, especially during Saturday night and Sunday.


 

Surf

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Gig Guide

FRIDAY
Aquarius 7.30pm Open Mic
Beach Hotel 5pm Akova 9pm Loonaloop
Byron Artisan Market 4pm Raku O’Gaia
Byron Brewery 7pm Whitebear + Ark.e.tech + Lucious Deed
Byron Fresh 7pm Palm Wine Ambassadors
Ginger Pig 8pm Groove DJ
Great Northern Hotel This Old Sunn, El Bravo, Go Van Go
Pizza Paradiso 7pm James Ross
Railway Hotel 7pm Bohemian Cowboys
Sticky Wicket Bar 9pm Victory Team, Yakis, Elementals, Sammy K, Rhys Bynon, Ayla & more
Sun Bistro 5pm Val Gray
Treehouse 7.30pm Tora
Woody’s Surf Shack 9pm Wandering Eyes

SATURDAY
Beach Hotel 9pm DJ Longtime
Byron Artisan Market 4pm Parissa Bouas & Friends
Byron Brewery 7pm 80s Forever DJs
Byron Fresh 7pm Mark Ridout
Byron Theatre 7pm Dave Hughes Live
Great Northern Hotel The Gooch Palms, White Lodge, Donny Love
Miss Marguarita 10.30pm DJ Chris Bradley & Friends
Pizza Paradiso 7pm Guy Kachel
Railway Hotel 7pm Thrillbilly Stomp
Secret Garden 6pm Riki Eketone, Salvador Dali Llama, The Ruiins
Starseed Gardens Lotus Tea House 7pm Spankinhide
Sticky Wicket Bar 9pm Sarah Grant & Local DJs
Treehouse 7.30pm Nativo Soul
Woody’s Surf Shack 8pm DJ Adrian Brandello

SUNDAY
Beach Hotel 4.30pm Lisa Hunt 8pm Elementals
Byron Brewery 3pm DJs Leoch, Magu & more
Byron Fresh 7pm Adam Harpaz
Byron Golf Club 4pm Greg Lyon & The Hip Operation
Ginger Pig 3pm Luke Bennett
Great Northern Hotel Jesse Pumphrey
Railway Hotel 7pm Soren Carlberg Trio
Sun Bistro 5pm Chris Aronsten
Treehouse 2.30pm Sunday DJs


 

Markets

BYRON ARTISAN MARKET is on again this coming Friday and Saturday (29-30) January from 4-9pm at Railway Park, in the heart of Byron.

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Jobs Jobs Jobs! Byron Bay, January 27

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HOSPITALITY

ST ELMO BYRON BAY ARE LOOKING TO HIRE CHEFS

St Elmo kitchen are now hiring to fill the following full time positions chef de partie 1-2year apprentice

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/st-elmo-byron-bay-are-looking-to-hire-chefs/1092074688

YOUNG JUNIOR ADMIN ASSISTANT @ FISHHEADS GROUP, BYRON BAY

Junior Admin Assistant @ Byron Bay Part time 3 days : Mon, Wed & Friday

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/young-junior-admin-assistant-fishheads-group-byron-bay/1099114597

CHEF DE PARTIE @ FISHHEADS BYRON

Part time or Full time position. CHEF DE PARTIE

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-de-partie-fishheads-byron/1093970198

FULL-TIME BAR SUPERVISOR AT ST. ELMO (BYRON BAY)

St. Elmo in Byron Bay is looking for a full-time BAR SUPERVISOR. St. Elmo is a Spanish Tapas Restaurant with a strong focus on wine & cocktails

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/bar-staff/wanted-full-time-bar-supervisor-at-st-elmo-byron-bay-/1101891689

EXPERIENCED KITCHEN HAND WANTED BRUNSWICK HEADS

Cafe in Brunswick Heads is seeking a part time/fulltime experienced kitchen hand to start ASAP. Must have knife skills & prepping experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/kitchen-hand/experienced-kitchen-hand-wanted-brunswick-heads/1063169346

COOK/FRONT HOUSE PERSON NEEDED

We are looking for a highly experienced, very energetic, high stamina friendly cook and also for front of house person to join our team for EARTH FREQUENCY FESTIVAL.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-hospitality/cook-front-house-person-needed-earthfrequency-festival-food-stall/1101763835

FULL TIME SUPERVISOR ALL ROUNDER

Cafe/Restaurant in Brunswick Heads is seeking a full time supervisor / all rounder to join their team. Must have own transport and ample experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/full-time-supervisor-all-rounder/1101645163

CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES

LABOURER

Experience in residential construction a must. Experience in structural landscaping an advantage. Email sanctumlandscaping@bigpond.com

OFFICE BASED

RECEPTIONIST POSITION AVAILABLE

We are currently looking for a part-time receptionist for our busy air conditioning and refrigeration company which is in Byron Bay.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/office/receptionist-position-available/1102118618

PARA LEGAL LEASING & CONVEYANCING

Flexible hours established firm in Byron Bay – purpose to assist solicitor with conveyancing / commercial leasing / debt recovery

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/legal/para-legal-leasing-conveyancing/1101239593

RETAIL/SALES

EXPERIENCED SALES ASSISTANT

Creative Garden Giftware – We are a boutique retail store in the heart of Byron Bay… Looking for a casual Retail Sales assistant one day per week.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/retail/casual-position-1-day-week-experienced-sales-assistant-byron-bay/1102138424

FUN SALES JOB IN BYRON BAY

Indie Travel Are HIRING! (Backpackers Wanted) Are you an exciting, motivated and happy individual? Indie Travel are an independent travel company

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/fun-sales-job-in-byron-bay/1101983612

CLOTHING MARKET STALL OPERATOR

Want to freshen-up your market stall or start a new venture for 2016?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/clothing-market-stall-operator/1102183912

NANNY

LIVE IN NANNY NEEDED

Hi, we are looking for a fun and loving nanny to help with our 2 children, aged 7 and 3. The applicant must be able to look after them every Friday and Saturday night

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/live-in-nannies/live-in-nanny-needed/1102163393

LIVE-IN AUPAIR/HOUSEKEEPER WANTED BYRON BAY 2016

Live In Position: Au PAIR/Housekeeper . Our fantastic au pair is due to return home mid march 2016 so we are seeking another to replace her

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/live-in-nannies/live-in-aupair-housekeeper-wanted-byron-bay-2016/1092831709

VERY EXPERIENCED NANNY REQUIRED FOR 4-8 DAYS WORK

Hi, we are looking for an experienced nanny to help look after our kids while we are travelling for business. You must have lots of nanny experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/live-in-nannies/very-experienced-nanny-required-for-4-8-days-work/1101974262

BYRON BAY LIVE IN PART TIME NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER

We are seeking a fun loving, warm and energetic female to support us in a shared care arrangement. You will be living in Ewingsdale

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/live-in-nannies/byron-bay-live-in-part-time-nanny-housekeeper/1101746466

CLEANING

HOUSEKEEPER/CLEANER

For private residence, 22-25 hours over 3 days. Email CV to macs33@bigpond.net.au

HOUSEKEEPERS RESORT EXPERIENCE

Housekeepers with RESORT EXPERIENCE wanted. Award wages & penalty rates paid with excellent work conditions. Must have Tax File Number

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/housekeepers-resort-expereince/1102066246

OFFERING CLEANING SERVICES

We have recently started a new business called Mirror Finnish. We offer cleaning services

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/offering-cleaning-services/1101708353

BEAUTY AND MASSAGE

SEEKING EXPERIENCED BEAUTICIANS

NAIL BAR CAFE is an express beauty bar in the heart of Byron Bay. We are looking for confident beauticians with experience in manicures and pedicures

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/seeking-experienced-beauticians/1095638086

OTHER

EASY WORK – HELP MAINTAIN ARCADE GAMES

Hello I am looking for someone to help me maintain some arcade games in the Byron area on a casual basis

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/easy-work-help-maintain-arcade-games/1102223729

BYRON BAY INTERNATIONAL FASHION FESTIVAL

Wanted Word Press expert to assemble Byron Bay International Fashion Festival site. Looking for someone to set up our office mac with this theme

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/it/byron-bay-international-fashion-festival/1101981968

LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED WEB DEVELOPER – CASUAL

I’m looking for a web developer ASAP for a FASHION ONLINE SHOP I’m starting an online store through SPACE SQUARE platform

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/graphic-web-design/looking-for-an-experienced-web-developer-casual/1101861684

PATTERN MAKER

Clothing & Axx brand, Liberated Heart is looking for a freelance Pattern maker

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/pattern-maker/1101791935

WEB SITE DEVELOPMENT

New wordpress site required

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/graphic-web-design/web-site-development/1101790984

BOOKING AGENT FOR RECORD LABEL! WORK FROM HOME!!

Ideal position for someone super friendly, with a great ability to talk to people and wrangle the phone and email juggle of booking shows!

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/booking-agent-for-record-label-work-from-home-/1101699376

 

After-School Drinks

Last Friday we had an after-school activity for our afternoon students. When classes finished, the students (plus teachers Josie and Ellie) joined me at the Rails for a cold beer to celebrate the end of the week!

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Thomas,Erik, Seraina, Marie, Lorena and Carmen

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Rocco, Eric, Xavi and Michael

Lexis is pleased to announce our new Business and TESOL courses!

From February 22nd, students will be able to study Business and TESOL programs at Lexis. These courses will run from 2pm to 7.30pm on Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with optional Supervised Consolidation of Learning class available each Thursday.

Our Business and TESOL programs are fully accredited for student visas, and are ideal for students finishing their English program at Lexis and looking for a further challenge while they extend their stay in Noosa, Byron Bay or the Sunshine Coast.

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To enter the Certificate III in Business, you will need to have an Intermediate level of English at Lexis, or an equivalent IELTS score of 5. For the Certificate IV in TESOL, you will need to be in Upper Intermediate, or at a 6-6.5 IELTS equivalent.

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To launch our new courses, we are offering our current students an opening special for the 30 week Certificate III in Business – $3000, including all registration and materials fees. The usual price for this course will be $4500.

For more details, speak to your Academic Manager!

Certificate III in Business (BSB30115)

Certificate IV in TESOL (10429NAT)

RTO: 41178

CRICOS: 03459G

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Lexis Bake-Off! Part 2

We had some delicious smells coming from the kitchen this afternoon as part 2 of the Lexis Bake-Off took place. Rina, Sonya and Corine baked 2 batches of biscuits – the first plain and the second with chocolate and coconut.

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Lexis Bake-Off! Part 1

Today’s activity was a Lexis Bake-Off! This morning, Erik, Lulu and Marie competed against Carmen and Desiree…

Erik’s team made crepes with jam and decorations, while Carmen and Desiree made chocolate and coconut cupcakes.

Julie, Aurelie and Quentin were our judges and although they were impressed by both teams’ efforts, they decided that Carmen and Desiree’s cupcakes were best!

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Marie, Erik and Lulu 

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Carmen and Desiree

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Jobs Jobs Jobs! Byron Bay, January 20

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CONSTRUCTION/TRADES

EXPERIENCED MINI EXCAVATOR OPERATOR WANTED 1.7 TONNE

Must have experience in working with trades, digging, backfilling and landscaping neatly. Must have years of experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/experienced-mini-excavator-operator-wanted-1-7-tonne/1101504301

PAINTERS WANTED

Looking for two painters. Please text me your age, experience and hourly rate.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/painters-wanted/1101433806

REFRIGERATION MECHANIC

The Urban Purveyor Group is seeking a full time Refrigeration Mechanic to assemble, install, service and repair commercial refrigerators

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-call-centres/travel-consultant-required/1101022426

SEEKING EXPERIENCED STRUCTURAL LANDSCAPERS

Subtropical Landscapes is a leading provider of structural landscaping services in the Byron Bay area. We are seeking experienced structural landscapers

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/gardening-landscaping/seeking-experienced-structural-landscapers-/1100805258

WAREHOUSE PICK & PACK POSITION

Start date: 1st February – Flexible for right candidate Hours: Monday 9.30 – 1.45 Tuesday to Friday 9.45 – 1.45 Wages: $23.74 p/h

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/warehouse-pick-pack-position/1100908834

CLEANING

HOUSEKEEPERS WANTED

Housekeepers with RESORT EXPERIENCE wanted. Award wages & penalty rates paid. Must have Tax File Number and be living in Byron Bay. Apply with resume http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/resort-housekeepers/1101238532

LONG TERM CASUAL CLEANER REQUIRED FOR BUSY HOLIDAY PARK

Long term Casual cleaner required for busy Holiday Park in Byron Bay. Must have previous experience in Cabin or Hotel/Motel cleaning

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/long-term-casual-cleaner-required-for-busy-holiday-park/1100815259

MASSAGE/BEAUTY

HAIR ASSISTANT REQUIRED

Hair Assistant required for a wedding in February. Must know how to blowdry & curl. Paid work

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/health-sports-beauty/hair-assistant-required/1101357105

BEAUTY/MASSAGE THERAPIST – BYRON BAY

Buddha Gardens Day Spa is looking for spa therapists to join our team. Applicants will: · Be a qualified Beauty or Massage Therapist

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/health-sports-beauty/beauty-massage-therapist-byron-bay/1086510520

OFFICE BASED

TRAVEL CONSULTANT

TripADeal is one of Australia’s fastest growing travel companies, currently seeking experienced Travel Consultants for our Concierge Booking team.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-call-centres/travel-consultant/1101465952

ONLINE PUBLISHER – TRAVEL

Australia’s fastest-growing travel company TripADeal is seeking a talented, experienced and hardworking Online Publisher

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/online-publisher-travel/1094858126

CUSTOMER SERVICE/SALES STAFF

We are looking for a customer service/ sales staff member to add to our office team. We are an organic food distribution and manufacturing company

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/customer-service-sales-staff/1101386306

PARA LEGAL LEASING & CONVEYANCING

Flexible hours established firm in byron bay Purpose to assist Solicitor with Conveyance / Commercial Leasing / Debt Recovery

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/health-sports-beauty/hair-assistant-required/1101357105

OFFICE ASSISTANT

We are a dynamic property development company and require someone ready to start straight away who is experienced in office administration

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/office/office-assistant/1101026200\

TRAVEL CONSULTANT REQUIRED

Peterpans Adventure Travel- Australia’s largest adventure travel company is now recruiting staff members to join our Call Centre sales team in Byron Bay

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-call-centres/travel-consultant-required/1101022426

HOSPITALITY

VEGETARIAN COOK / KITCHEN HAND REQUIRED

Local, experienced, reliable, vegetarian cook/kitchen hand required for Retreat Centre in Byron Bay. References a must. Casual hours, 2 -4 shifts per week

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/vegetarian-cook-kitchen-hand-required/1101440575

CHEFS

St Elmo restaurant is looking to hire chefs

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/st-elmo-byron-bay-are-looking-to-hire-chefs/1092074688

JAPANESE STAFF REQUIRED

Hello, キッチンのヘルプが必要 We are looking for a Japanese staff for help in the kitchen and cleaning work for a local food company in the Byron Bay industrial estate

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/kitchen-hand/japanese-staff-required/1101407446

COMPETENT BARRISTER NEEDED AT JING ORGANICS

Hi there, we are looking for a competent barista to join our enthusiastic and charismatic team. Jing Organics is a health eccentric company

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/baristas/competent-barrister-needed-at-jing-organics/1101394987

CHEF / COOK IN BYRON BAY

Experienced chef/cook required to work daytime hours. Must have relevant 2 years experience in breakfast and lunch trade must be reliable.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-cook-in-byron-bay/1101232445

AQUARIUS BYRON BAY – CASUAL COOK

We are seeking an experienced, motivated all-rounder breakfast and lunch cook to join our growing team! You will need to have previous experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/aquarius-byron-bay-casual-cook/1101146098

CHEF DE PARTIE @ FISHHEADS BYRON

Part time or Full time position. CHEF DE PARTIE. Ensuring a consistent high quality product, restaurant breakfast, lunch, dinner and takeaway

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-de-partie-fishheads-byron/1093970198

EXPERIENCED KITCHEN HAND BRUNSWICK HEADS

Cafe in Brunswick Heads is seeking a part time/full time experienced kitchen hand to start ASAP. Must have knife skills & prepping experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/kitchen-hand/experienced-kitchen-hand-wanted-brunswick-heads/1063169346

MAIN STREET IS HIRING!

Main Street Burger Bar is a new exciting venture due to open mid february 2016. We are 100 seat restaurant boasting down right delicious burgers, loca…

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/main-street-is-hiring-/1101111734

PART TIME/ FULL TIME EXPERIENCE COOK

BayGer burger joint in Byron Bay is seeking an experienced cook to join our friendly team. Must have a minimum of 12 month experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/part-time-full-time-experience-cook/1101110266

FOLK BYRON BAY ARE SEEKING A BRILLIANT CHEF / COOK

Hi friends! We are seeking an experienced chef / cook / food connoisseur to join our brilliant team.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/folk-byron-bay-are-seeking-a-brilliant-chef-cook/1101088925

EXPERIENCED COOK / CHEF

Are you a happy, hard working type who thrives in a busy kitchen? Miss Margarita Mexican Cantina in Byron is busy!

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/experienced-cook-chef/1100239465

EXPERIENCE CHEF/COOK

Breakfast chef needed for cafe in Byron Bay

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/experience-chef-cook/1100979709

CHEF/ COOK

The Sun Bistro in Byron Bay is looking for a chef/cook for roughly 20hrs per week. Backpackers welcome. Please contact Rob if interested

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-cook/1100888901

CHEF/ EXPERIENCED COOK REQUIRED

Chef required ASAP. Must be in Byron for 6 months

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-experienced-cook-required/1100819283

APPRENTICE CHEF

Apprentice chef needed for American style sports bar. Applicant needs to be reliable , keen to learn and have own knives etc

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/apprentice-chef/1100811048

OTHER

EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER (FULLTIME) BYRON BAY

We have a full time position for an Early Childhood Teacher at our family run Long Day Care Centre in Byron Bay.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/teaching-childcare/early-childhood-teacher-fulltime-byron-bay/1097044928

Student Night!

Tuesday evenings mean only one thing here at Lexis Byron Bay – student night at Cheeky Monkey’s! Our students enjoyed another fun-filled evening of food, drinks, dancing, playing pool and chatting. It was a great opportunity for our new starters to get to know everyone and it was lovely to have some of our recent graduates back in town too.

 

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Vera, Tanja, Dave, Jasmin, Lisa and Marc

 

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Group photo!

 

 

 

Coffee Club!

Many of our new students joined us for Coffee Club today, so we sat out in the garden and enjoyed coffee, Tim Tams and the word game “Aussie Heads”. Sofia and Alida had particularly difficult words to guess – “wave” and “sandcastle”. Corine did very well and managed to guess 3 words during the game! Everyone who guessed their word won a special caramel Tim Tam.

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Mathias, Corine, Rina and Sofia

Photographing Adjectives!

Last Friday, Claudia’s Intermediate class had fun taking photographs to show different adjectives. Here are some of their pictures…

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“Lonely”

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“Beautiful”

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“Healthy”

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“Exciting”

CAE Library Visit! In their own words…

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On Friday morning we went to the Byron Bay library to get some information and have a look at the different kinds of books. It was a cloudy but hot morning! We had the opportunity to borrow books and to become members of the library.

In the library, there are different kinds of books or example about science and technology, sport and recreation, travel and lots more.

We had a lovely morning together, reading books about countries and debating about them. Thanks Julia for this.

Some of the students joined the library’s membership so they can borrow a book for three weeks.

We were all really tired because of the hot temperatures at night nobody got enough sleep.

Bloody good morning in the library!

We enjoyed the morning in the library, the children’s section especially attracted many of us as it revived our childhood memories.

Soccer and Burgers!

Our morning activity today was soccer and burgers! Many of our afternoon students (plus a few recent graduates) played a soccer match in the garden and afterwards, the students enjoyed a burger before their classes began for the day.

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Graduation! January 15

Only 3 students are graduating this week – Kana, Ai and Tanja. They all graduate at Pre-Intermediate level.

Kana and Ai are from Japan and their teacher Kathleen says they have been lovely students and have worked hard during their time here. Tanja is from Switzerland and although she has only been here for 2 weeks, she has been a smiley face around school and has joined in with our afternoon activities.

Goodbye and good luck to you all, enjoy the rest of your time in Australia! 🙂

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Ai and Kathleen

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Kathleen and Kana

It’s The Weekend! Byron Bay, January 15-17

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Weather

It’s looking like a mixed weekend of weather, with some rain on Friday afternoon and in the mornings on Saturday and Sunday. Friday and Saturday will be very windy! Temperatures will be around 25 degrees during the day and 18 degrees at night.


 

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Palace Cinema

2D STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS (M) 135′
Friday 10.35am, 4.10pm, 6.50pm
Saturday 10.35am, 4.10pm, 6.50pm
Sunday 10.35am, 4.10pm, 6.50pm

ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS:THE ROAD CHIP (PG) 92′
Friday 8.45am
Saturday 8.45am
Sunday 8.45am

CAROL (M) 118′
Friday 1.00pm, 2.50pm, 6.20pm
Saturday 1.00pm, 2.50pm, 6.20pm
Sunday 1.00pm, 2.50pm, 6.20pm

GOOSEBUMPS (PG)
Friday 9.00am, 10.40am
Saturday 9.00am, 10.40am
Sunday 9.00am, 10.40am

JOY (M) 124′
Friday 9.25pm
Saturday 9.25pm
Sunday 9.25pm

POINT BREAK (M)114′
Friday 5.10pm, 9.30pm
Saturday  5.10pm, 9.30pm
Sunday  5.10pm, 9.30pm

SNOOPY AND CHARLIE BROWN: THE PEANUTS MOVIE (G)
Friday 8.45am
Saturday  8.45am
Sunday  8.45am

SUFFRAGETTE (M) 106′
Friday 12.40pm, 7.25pm
Saturday 12.40pm, 7.25pm
Sunday 12.40pm, 7.25pm

THE GOOD DINOSAUR (PG) 101′
Friday 11.00am
Saturday 11.00am
Sunday 11.00am

THE REVENANT (MA15+) 156′
Friday 1.10pm, 3.20pm, 8.40pm
Saturday 1.10pm, 3.20pm, 8.40pm
Sunday 1.10pm, 3.20pm, 8.40pm


 

Gig Guide

FRIDAY
Aquarius 7.30pm Open Mic
Beach Hotel 5pm Leigh James 8pm Dan Clark Band 10pm DJ Taya
Byron Artisan Market 4pm Parissa Bouas & Friends
Byron Brewery 8pm DJ Helmy
Byron Fresh 7pm Los Rosano
Coorabell Hall 8pm Dubarray, Mapstone, Manoa
Ginger Pig 8pm Groove DJ
Great Northern Hotel Bleach Girls
Pizza Paradiso 7pm Richie Langford
Railway Hotel 7pm The Riflebirds
Treehouse 7.30pm Tora
Woody’s Surf Shack 9pm Wallflower Meadows

SATURDAY
Beach Hotel 9pm DJs Tom & Jarry
Byron Artisan Market 4pm Guy Kachel
Byron Brewery 3pm Byron Vibes
Byron Fresh 7pm Parissa Bouas Duo
Byron Theatre 5.30pm & 8pm The Space Cowboy Live!
Great Northern Hotel The Pinheads
Miss Marguarita 10.30pm DJ Chris Bradley & Friends
Pizza Paradiso 7pm Christine Olive
Railway Hotel 7pm Soula
Starseed Gardens Lotus Tea House 7pm Temple Bliss Kirtan with Elias Harmony, Sashini Jasmine, Ra’vishna, Shyan Kishmore
The Secret Garden 3pm Beats & Eats with Manoa, Nick Cunningham, Vinnie LaDuce, Mapstone
Woody’s Surf Shack 9pm DJ Adrian Brandello

SUNDAY
Beach Hotel 4.30pm Floyd Vincent & The Temple Dogs 8pm Generik DJ
Byron Brewery 3pm Groove DJs
Byron Fresh 7pm Garrett Kato
Byron Golf Club 4pm Ooz
Byron Market 10am Jesse Morris Band & Larry Larstead
Byron Services Club 4pm The Feramones
Byron Theatre 5.30pm & 8pm The Space Cowboy Live!
Ginger Pig 3pm Sunday Sessions
Great Northern Hotel Die! Die! Die!
Railway Hotel 7pm Andy Jans-Brown
Treehouse 2.30pm DJ Eva J & Friends


 

Markets

SATURDAY
Bangalow Farmers Market 8-11am
Lismore Farmers Market 8-11am
Mullumbimby Market

SUNDAY
Uki Buttery Bazaar Market
Lismore Car Boot


 

Have a great weekend, everyone! 🙂

Aussie Slang! With Unai and Lucas

On Tuesday, Unai and Lucas gave an awesome quick lesson on Aussie slang. So now they’re all gonna have a barbie with some snags and XXXX from the bottle-o. No worries mate.

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Lucas and Unai

Boomerang Painting!

Today we had our popular Boomerang Painting and Aboriginal Art activity! We ran 2 sessions so that the morning and afternoon students all had chance to paint their boomerangs and learn a little about Aboriginal art. The finished boomerangs looked fantastic!

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Bruna

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Giovana

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Luiz and Fiona

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Yuka and Miho

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Seraina

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Miho

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a selection of the finished boomerangs!

Meet Ellie’s FCE class! In their own words…

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Alain likes motorbike, especially race track. He gives instruction about riding on race track. He wants to learn surfing but he’s a little bit scared of sharks.

Janine used to do gymnastics but she had to stop because she had an accident. She had a surf lesson on Sunday. She is a bit scared of snakes. She really would like to try scubadiving with whale sharks.

Julia is from Spain. She is 20 years old and she will be 21 years old on 9th January. She will stay in Australia until March. She is a student in Spain and she studies to become a kindergarten teacher.

I have known Miho for three months and a half. She is from Japan. She is 25 years old and its funny because we start the same day, we did the same course and right now, also, we are doing the same course until March. She worked as a work officer and when she come back to Japan she is planning to apply for a job.

Angie is from Switzerland and 21 years old. She likes watching ice hockey match. However, she doesn’t want to try it. She is really afraid of the poisonous creatures, such as spider and snake. She arrived here in January 3rd and will stay here until March. After graduation, she is going to travel for 10 weeks.

Rahel is from Switzerland. She is 20 years old and likes to visit other countries. In addition, Rahel is interested in other cultures as well. After her study in New Zealand she arrived finally to the sunny and cheerful Byron Bay. It’s a lovely place to meet new people too, she said.

Dean is from Korea and he is 23 years old. He likes to watch films and football matches on the tv or at the cinema. But, because he is scared about ghosts, he doesn’t like horror movies. He arrived in Australia in November and now will stay in Byron until March.

Frido is 22 years old and from Switzerland. He has been in Cairns, Noosa and finally in Byron Bay, because he loves Australia and he likes to meet new people. He is a little bit afraid of surfing because of the shark attacks.

Sarah would like to try surf lessons. She likes to go jogging when the sun goes down. Also she would like to go to Cairns and do scuba diving.

Andrea is the only one which is from the Czech Republic in our class. She likes sharks and was in a shark cage in Port Lincoln.

Santi is a special Spanish student from Valencia. It is funny to spend time with him. His hobbies are surfing, kickboxing, jiu-jitsu and girls. After the language stay in Byron, he will stay 6 months in Australia and travel through the country.

Fabio is from Switzerland but originally is Italian. He’s a fun guy and he loves travel and riding motorbikes. He is a really important  mechanic in Switzerland.

Student Night at Cheeky Monkey’s!

Last night was a great night to be a Lexis student at Cheeky Monkey’s… Marc and Santi both won big prizes in the competitions and all of our students enjoyed free entry to the club, free food and free drinks!

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Tamara, Marc, Natascha and Cedric

Jobs Jobs Jobs! Byron Bay, January 13

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FESTIVAL CREW WANTED !!

We are searching for food stall attendants and kitchen hands for our upcoming festivals ! First one up is EARTH FREQUENCY FESTIVAL on 12/15th of Feb

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/kitchen-hand/festival-crew-wanted-/1100761374

NUTRITION PRESENTER CANCER COUNCIL NSW

Eat It To Beat It is a nutrition program that provides free resources through community workshops, primary schools and online

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/volunteer/nutrition-presenter-cancer-council-nsw/1100729910

EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER (FULLTIME) BYRON BAY

We have a full time position for an Early Childhood Teacher at our family run Long Day Care Centre in Byron Bay

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/teaching-childcare/early-childhood-teacher-fulltime-byron-bay/1097044928

FLOOR SUPERVISOR

We are seeking an experienced floorsupervisor to join the dynamic team at our popular Byron Bay restaurant.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/floor-supervisor/1094446365

MASSAGE THERAPISTS

About: We are an Integrated Healing Clinic incorporating different therapies. We are s mall & personal with a 35 yrreputation for the best quality

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/health-sports-beauty/massage-therapists/1100698197

ST ELMO BYRON BAY ARE LOOKING TO HIRE CHEFS

St elmo kitchen are now hiring

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/st-elmo-byron-bay-are-looking-to-hire-chefs/1092074688

BAKERY SALES / SANDWICH MAKING POSITION

An early morning sandwich and sales person required in our bakery in Byron Bay. Includes some weekends. Hours start at 4 am and conclude at 11 am

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-call-centres/bakery-sales-sandwich-making-position/1100680255

WANTED FARM HAND

Hi looking for help on my farm I can provide free accommodation. Back packers/ couples welcomed I am located close to Byron Bay

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/wanted-farm-hand/1100676630

WAITRESSES WANTED FOR BUCKS PARTY

Waitresses Wanted for Bucks party In Byron bay 6 February. Good Easy money. please contact for further details

HTTP://WWW.GUMTREE.COM.AU/S-AD/BYRON-BAY/WAITING-STAFF/WAITRESSES-WANTED-FOR-BUCKS-PARTY/1100612350

LIVE-IN AUPAIR/HOUSEKEEPER WANTED BYRON BAY 2016

Live In Position: Au PAIR/Housekeeper . Our fantastic au pair is due to return home mid march 2016 so we are seeking another to replace her

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/live-in-nannies/live-in-aupair-housekeeper-wanted-byron-bay-2016/1092831709

HEAD CHEF @ FISHHEADS GROUP, BYRON BAY

Head Chef Full time position FISHHEADS GROUP, BYRON BAY Reporting to the Directors, you will utilise your extensive industry knowledge and superior staff training skills to lead a young, talented team and drive productivity.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/head-chef-fishheads-group-byron-bay/1099114597

SEEKING EXPERIENCED BEAUTICIANS

NAIL BAR CAFE is an express beauty bar in the heart of Byron Bay. We are looking for confident beauticians with experience in manicures and pedicures

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/seeking-experienced-beauticians/1095638086

APPRENTICE BAKER

Apprentice Baker needed for Artisan Bakery in Byron Bay. Mature aged applicants encouraged to apply. Learn all aspects of traditional sourdough baking

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-hospitality/apprentice-baker/1100529963

OPENING STAFF WANTED:JAPANESE STAFF

I’m looking for apprentice chef and will open the restaurant in end of this month. Our location is Byron bay CBD and fun team.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/opening-staff-wanted-japanese-staff/1100522741

FUN SALES JOB IN BYRON BAY

Indie Travel Are HIRING! looking to work in Byron Bay? Are you an exciting, motivated and happy individual?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/fun-sales-job-in-byron-bay/1100517192

CHEF DE PARTIE @ FISHHEADS BYRON

Part time or Full time position. CHEF DE PARTIE Ø Ensuring aconsistent high quality product, Restaurant Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Takeaway

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-de-partie-fishheads-byron/1093970198

EXPERIENCED RECEPTIONIST

Hotel in Byron looking for an experienced receptionist. Position would be anywhere between 15 to 25 hours per week to start off with

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-hospitality/experienced-receptionist/1100348296

EXPERIENCED KITCHEN HAND WANTED BRUNSWICK HEADS

Cafe in Brunswick Heads is seeking a part time/fulltime experienced kitchen hand to start ASAP. Must have knife skills & prepping experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/kitchen-hand/experienced-kitchen-hand-wanted-brunswick-heads/1063169346

HOUSEKEEPERS WANTED

Housekeepers with resort experience wanted. Award wages & penalty rates paid. Must have Tax File Number and be a Byron Bay resident.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/housekeepers-wanted/1100339606

BUSH-CAMP / VAN-CAMPING PERMACULTURE NATURE RETREAT PROJECT

Permaculture Nature Retreat – Byron Hinterland 30min Beaches – Us – 30min Nimbin 1 hour varied work in exchange for Bush Camping or Van Parking

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/gardening-landscaping/bush-camp-van-camping-permaculture-nature-retreat-project/1100290417

CHEF/EXPERIENCED COOK

Required to start immediately. Must handle pressure well. Experience with Asian food is an advantage. Please send me your resumes to or pop into Asia Joes

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/chef-experienced-cook/1097874534

EXPERIENCED COOK / CHEF

Are you a happy, hard working type who thrives in a busy kitchen? Miss Margarita Mexican Cantina in Byron is busy!

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/experienced-cook-chef/1100239465

EXPERIENCED WAITER/WAITRESS

Basiloco Restaurant is hiring now experienced waiters waitresses.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/experienced-waiter-waitress/1100234394

BEAUTY/MASSAGE THERAPIST – BYRON BAY

Buddha Gardens Day Spa has been established for over 10 years and has an excellent reputation with the many locals and tourists.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/health-sports-beauty/beauty-massage-therapist-byron-bay/1086510520

Coffee Club!

At Coffee Club this afternoon we enjoyed coffee, Tim Tams and a game of Jenga with a twist – each block had a question to answer! The questions included “do you believe in love at first sight?” “what was your most embarrassing moment?” and “what are your hopes and dreams for the future?”

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Vera, Rachel, Tanja, Tanja and Sofia

Lexis English partners with TAFE Queensland!

“TAFE Queensland provides ‘world class’ quality education and training that links with industry and employment outcomes.”                                       

(http://tafeqld.edu.au/resources/pdf/international/international-capability-statement.pdf)

 

Students at Lexis English can gain pathways into TAFE Queensland by studying programs such as – General English, Cambridge English FCE, CAE, CPE and IELTS.

130 years and over 230,000 students

TAFE Queensland is the government-owned and operated provider of world-class Technical and Further Education (TAFE) in Queensland. In some countries TAFE is also known as a Polytechnic, Technical College or Community College.

TAFE Queensland offers international students:

  • practical, industry-relevant training
  • a network of 6 regions with multiple locations across Queensland
  • a wide range of nationally accredited and internationally recognised courses
  • leading-edge technology and excellent facilities
  • strong links and pathways to university
  • a friendly, safe and culturally sensitive environment
  • underpinning government legislation including the ESOS Act2000 and National Code of Practice 2007.

TAFE Queensland has provided quality training for over 130 years and now enrols over 230,000 students each year, including up to 10,000 international students.

Congratulations Cambridge Students!

Friday was a good news day when November’s FCE and CAE candidates received their results. Here at Lexis Byron Bay, we were extremely pleased with the results.

In CAE 91% of students scored an A,B or C grade and, across two FCE classes, the pass rate was 87%. What’s more, even the students who scored B2 (CAE) or B1 (FCE) should still be extremely proud as the majority of them showed great improvement on their pre-test results.

Well done to all the students and to their teachers: Julia, Paul and Josie.

Surfing lessons with Gaz at Style Surf!

Many of our students had a fantastic time learning to surf over the weekend!

If you want to book a lesson, come and see us at Lexis reception. Gaz runs lessons most days at 9am and 2pm and lessons cost $45 for 3.5 hours.

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Naomi

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Noelle

 

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Angela

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The surfing crew!

New Starters! January 8

This week we have 15 new starters – Michael, Marco, Jasmine, Desiree, Jisu, Fabian, Arthur, Sofia, Yann, Rocco, Lisa, Eric, Isabelle and Dmitri.

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Michael, Marco, Jasmine, Desiree, Jisu, Fabian, Arthur, Sofia, Yann, Miku (our visiting agent from Japan), Rocco, Lisa, Eric and Isabelle.

Michael Imbaumgarten is from Switzerland and his hobbies include swimming in the lakes and surfing in summer. At home he works as a carpenter, building kitchens, wardrobes and doors. He is excited to take a break from his usual routine to spend some time here in Australia.

Marco David Zowa is from Switzerland and his hobbies including skiing and going to the gym, as well as going out with friends. He has finished his military service back home and now he’s here to improve his English and travel.

Jasmine Karli is from Switzerland and this is her first time travelling so far from home.  Her hobbies are travelling, swimming, reading books and visiting friends. Last summer she finished an apprenticeship in a hotel and now she wants to study English and enjoy the Australian lifestyle.

Desiree Scherrer is from Switzerland and she hopes to learn English faster in Australia than if she studied it in Switzerland. She is enjoying living with her host family and it has always been her dream to experience Australian life, so she is happy to be here.

Jisu Kil is from Seoul in Korea and she is a university student studying Leisure Sports. Her hobby is playing badminton and she enjoys watching sports games too. Her sister is also working in Australia. She hopes that improving her English will increase her job opportunities for the future.

Fabian Stolz is from Switzerland and he enjoys playing football, snowboarding and skiing. At university he studied Civil Engineering. He has come to Byron Bay to learn English, learn to surf and have a good time. After Byron Bay he plans to travel for 2 months in Australia and then 3 months in Asia.

Arthur Penin is 16 and he’s French but he lives in New Caledonia. He did the English and Surfing course at Lexis Noosa last year and he loved it so much that now he’s here in Byron Bay to do the same!

Sofia De Carvalho Ferreira Gomes is from Brazil and she loves sports, going to the gym, running and riding her bike. She also loves photography and cooking. She chose to come to Australia for the people, nature, sports and the chance to improve her English.

Yann Santini is from Switzerland where he works as a carpenter. His hobbies include triathalon, which he has done in Switzerland, France and Italy. He’s studying English to improve his communication and to make life easier when he’s travelling.

Rocco De Filippis is from Italy and he enjoys travelling and taking his 2 dogs for walks. He is a musician and he plays the drums. In Italy he works as a steelworker but in the future he’ll take a Technical Salesman course. He wants to improve his English communication skills and maybe in the future it will be helpful for his work.

Lisa Panigada is from Switzerland and she’s self employed. She has come to Australia to learn English as her own challenge, for travelling and communicating with others. She’ll stay in Australia for 3 months in total and in March her boyfriend will come to travel with her.

Eric Surber is also from Switzerland and he likes to play basketball, cook and go out with his friends. He has had several different jobs and now he is here in Australia to improve his English and travel.

Isabelle Ganzer comes from France and she likes nature, walking and swimming. She also enjoys reading, going to the theatre and meeting friends. In France she works as a driving instructor, which she enjoys because she likes working with young people. She has escaped the French winter to come here to Australia to improve her English, travel and experience a new place.

Beach Soccer!

It was another gorgeous sunny afternoon in Byron Bay today – perfect for beach soccer and a swim! We played five-a-side and the final score was 6-9 to Noelle, Alain, Bruno, Illi and Ramon’s team!

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Seb, Alain, Fabio, Fredy, Rachel, Illi, Bruno, Ramon, Angela and Noelle

 

 

Graduation! January 8

This week 4 students are graduating from Lexis Byron Bay – Annabelle, Olalla, Ramon and Maud (who left yesterday, so was not at graduation for a photo!)

Annabelle has been here for 8 weeks and graduates with a grade A from the Pre-Intermediate class. Her teacher Beckie said Annabelle always has a smile and is an excellent student.

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Beckie and Annabelle

Olalla has been with us for 12 weeks and as well as being a valuable student, she has worked hard as our student cleaner around the school. Her teacher Kathleen described her as lovely and popular. Olalla recently achieved 99% in the Upper-Intermediate test – great work, Olalla!

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Ramon has been studying with us for 5 weeks and has been a lovely smiley face around school – always friendly, polite and positive. His teacher Kathleen described him as a “teachers’ favourite” and a brilliant student.

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Finally, Maud has completed 5 weeks here at Lexis but she left a day early to catch her flight (so I didn’t take her photo!) Her teacher said her participation in class has been excellent and she has asked very thoughtful and helpful questions.

Goodbye everyone, we wish you lots of luck for your futures! 🙂

 

 

 

Josie’s FCE Class!

Meet Josie’s FCE class, in their own words…

 

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Marie, Seraina, Carmen, Lulu, Erik, Pablo and Thomas

 

Lulu is from France she has already been in Byron Bay for 3 months and she has made a lot of her friends, she was always ready for a nice party in the student house. But then she went for 5 weeks to Perth and we missed her a lot now she has come back and we can enjoy this time with her in Byron.

Her name is Marie and she is 19 years old. She comes from Germany. She’s staying in Byron Bay for 10 weeks and would like to learn surfing.

Erik is from Switzerland. He arrived in Byron Bay 3 months ago. He is very sporty and loves to run in the rain and he always hangs his clothes on the washing line when it starts to rain. He is not so lucky actually but instead of that he is a really funny guy and everybody appreciates his company.

Thomas is from Switzerland, he’s 28 and he is a Mechanic Product Manager. He will be in Byron for 10 weeks, studying FIRST. He likes surfing, snowboarding and wakeboarding.

Pablo is 34 years old he is from Leon in Spain and lives now in Mallorca. He is a skipper on a sail boat. Tourists can book a sail trip from one day ip to one week on his boat. He will stay for 12 weeks in Byron. He likes surfing, the beach, mountain biking, swimming and trekking.

This is twenty year old Seraina from Switzerland. She is going to improve her English here in Byron Bay in about 10 weeks. Her boyfriend is going to pick her up and travel with her after language school. But I’m sure that she will have already done everything special here in Byron when he arrives.

Carmen is 19 years old and she lives in Switzerland. She arrived here on the 2 of January and she really loves Byron Bay. Carmen is learning English here at the Lexis School. This weekend she will go skydiving and she also wants to go surfing.

 

 

 

Meet Paul’s CAE class! In their own words…

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Jennifer is from the French part of Switzerland and arrived three weeks ago in Australia. She has been in Sydney for three weeks. She has got a small family, just one brother but sometimes she likes sport and making electric music. She likes comedy and drama movies. She will go to her first bar in Byron tonight.

Fiona is from Switzerland too and arrived on Saturday and is going to stay in Australia for three months. She has never been to Australia before. She has just one brother, who is 21, and she gets well with their family. She loves every kind of sports. She likes comedy movies.

Fabian is from Switzerland and has one brother. He arrived 5 days ago in Brisbane and travelled to Surfers by bus. He is going to stay 6 months in Australia. The difference between Australia and Switzerland is the weather and the sea. He thinks that people are more friendly here than in his home country. He likes playing the guitar and complex movies and, here in Australia, he is a surfer.

Sonya lives in Japan but comes from Korea. She’s been in Australia for five days and will stay here for 10 weeks. She has already spent two days in Brisbane. The differences between here and her country are the weather (more tropical in Australia) and the people, who are more relaxed here. She has a big family on her mother’s side. In fact her mom has seven siblings and she gets along really well with all of them because they live close to each other. She has also one brother. During her free time she likes to watch TV drama. She also likes to watch comedy action movies. She’s already been to bars and restaurants in Byron and her favourite one is the Beach Hotel.

Sammy comes from Korea. She has been here in Byron Bay for three weeks. She stays at Lexis school until March. She has already travelled on the east coast like Noosa, Gold Coast, Sydney. She enjoys the good weather that is sunnier here than in her country, which is in winter. Sammy has a brother and a sister. She feels close to them even if they have been living separately during long time. Watching YouTube and American series take up her free time. She likes lots of different film styles especially comedy or science fiction. Sammy enjoys going out in Byron Bay at night. She goes to Cheeky Monkey, Buddha Bar and Railway Bar but the best one in her opinion is the Buddha Bar.

Thoai-Tam is from Switzerland. He has been in Australia for three days, going to stay for 10 weeks. He hasn’t travelled in Australia yet. Main differences between his country and Australia is the weather. And Australia has a more relaxed ambiance. He has a big family with more than 15 cousins, they gather twice a year. He likes reading manga, taking a nap, doing sports when he has free time. Also he enjoys action movies. He hasn’t been in any bars or restaurants in Byron Bay yet.

Celine is from Switzerland. She can play tennis very well. She has been playing for eight years. She likes comedy films and, in Byron Bay, she loves Buddha Bar.

Lisa is also from Switzerland. She has a younger brother, mum and dad. She likes films that touch her with meaning and she loves surfing. She thinks Australia is different from Switzerland because the weather is different and people are more relaxed here.

It’s almost the weekend!! Byron Bay, January 8-10

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Weather

It’s going to be a lovely sunny weekend, with temperatures around 26 degrees during the day and 18 degrees at night. A perfect weekend for spending time at the beach or exploring Byron Bay!Sun_Pin


 

Surf

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Palace Cinema

2D STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS (M) 135′
Friday 11.10am, 1.00pm, 6.30pm
Saturday 11.10am, 1.00pm, 6.30pm
Sunday 11.10am, 1.00pm, 6.30pm

ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS:THE ROAD CHIP (PG) 92′
Friday 9.00am, 10.50am
Saturday 9.00am, 10.50am
Sunday 9.00am, 10.50am

JOY (M) 124′
Friday 4.50pm, 9.10pm
Saturday 4.50pm, 9.10pm
Sunday 4.50pm, 9.10pm

POINT BREAK (M) 114′
Friday 3.45pm, 7.10pm, 9.20pm
Saturday 3.45pm, 7.10pm, 9.20pm
Sunday 3.45pm, 7.10pm, 9.20pm

SNOOPY AND CHARLIE BROWN: THE PEANUTS MOVIE (G)
Friday 9.10am, 1.45pm
Saturday 9.10am, 1.45pm
Sunday 9.10am, 1.45pm

SUFFRAGETTE (M) 106′
Friday 11.00am, 2.45pm, 6.10pm
Saturday 11.00am, 2.45pm, 6.10pm
Sunday 11.00am, 2.45pm, 6.10pm

THE GOOD DINOSAUR (PG) 101′
Friday 9.00am, 12.40pm
Saturday 9.00am, 12.40pm
Sunday 9.00am, 12.40pm

THE REVENANT (MA15+) 156′
Friday 3.35pm, 8.20pm
Saturday 3.35pm, 8.20pm
Sunday 3.35pm, 8.20pm


 

Gig Guide

Friday

Aquarius 7.30pm Open Mic

Beach Hotel 5pm Tuffy 8pm Tasman Jude 10pm DJ Jay Walker

Byron Artisan Market 4pm Jesse Morris

Byron Brewery 8pm The Sea Gypsies

Byron Fresh 7pm Parissa Bouas Duo

Ginger Pig 8pm Groove DJ

Great Northern Hotel Dune Rats, Skegss

Railway Hotel 7pm The Hombres

Treehouse 7.30pm Tora Artist Residency

Woody’s Surf Shack 9pm Live Music

 

Saturday

Beach Hotel 9pm DJ Discrow

Byron Artisan Market 4pm Mick McHugh

Byron Beachside Market 8am Bella Fontes & Pat Tierney

Byron Brewery 7.30pm Wild Marmalade + Paul George & Felicity Lawless

Byron Fresh 7pm The Whisky Drop

Byron Theatre 5.30pm & 8pm The Space Cowboy Live!

Cafe Oska 7pm Palm Wine Ambassadors

Double Bassment Postblue, Hunch + Sunrose

Great Northern Hotel Tijuana Cartel

Miss Margarita 10.30pm DJ Chris Bradley & Friends

Railway Hotel 7pm Dawn Patrol

Treehouse 7.30pm Jordan McRobbie Band

Woody’s Surf Shack 9pm DJ Adrian Brandello

 

Sunday

Beach Hotel 4.30pm Epic 8pm Sneaky Sunday

Byron Brewery 3pm Groove DJs

Byron Fresh 7pm Jonathan

Byron Golf Club 4pm Greg Lyon & The Hip Operation

Byron Theatre 5.30pm & 8pm The Space Cowboy Live!

Ginger Pig 3pm Live Music

Great Northern Hotel Thee Oh Sees

Railway Hotel 7pm Men From Earth

Starseed Gardens Lotus Tea House 7pm Tahir Qawwal – Sufi Soul Sangeet

Treehouse 2.30pm DJ Eva J & DJ Gunz


 

Markets

Bangalow Farmers Market (Saturday 8-11am)
Lismore Farmers Market (Saturday 8-11am)
Byron Flea Market (Saturday)
Byron Bay Artisan Market (Saturday 4pm-9pm)


 

Have a wonderful weekend everyone! 🙂

 

 

Morning Activities!

We will be running extra activities for students who are studying in the afternoon.

These activities will mostly take place on Wednesday and Friday mornings between 11am and 12pm.

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This month we will have a table tennis tournament, Aboriginal art and boomerang painting, soccer, baking, cricket and yoga. On the last Friday of January (29th) we will have an after-school activity instead – drinks at the Railway pub! 🙂

If you want to take surf lessons (possible most days at 9am) come to reception to book these.

Please remember to sign up for all of these activities at reception – we will need a minimum of 8 students to run the sport activities 🙂

 

 

Table Tennis Tournament!

We had one of our famous Lexis Table Tennis Tournaments this afternoon!

As always the players were very competitive… Angela surprised everyone with her fantastic skills and gave Raphael a run for his money! It was a close match, but Rapha won and made it to the final with Lucas.

There was a lot of tension during the final match but eventually Raphael was victorious yet again! At least this time we divided up the prizes, so Angela, Lucas and Raphael were all prize winners 🙂

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Noelle and Unai

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Cristian and Lucas

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Unai and Lucas

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Angela played very well!

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Raphael, Lucas, Unai and Rodrigo

Jobs Jobs Jobs! Byron Bay, January 6

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EVENT STAFF FOR ART, MUSIC & FASHION EVENT (DECEMBER 10TH)

RAW Byron Bay are looking for some happy and energetic event staff to assist at their upcoming music, fashion and arts event on THURSDAY 10th DECEMBER

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/event-staff-for-art-music-fashion-event-december-10th-/1097523464

NANNY JOB NEAR BYRON BAY

Hi there, looking for someone to be a nanny for one child. Some cooking/cleaning required, only during the week, no nights/weekend, 200-300 plus accommodation and meals

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/live-in-nannies/nanny-job-near-byron-bay-live-in-with-allowance-all-meals-and-acc/1099983647

REGULAR HOUSE CLEANER WANTED

3 hours weekly clean of a central Byron Bay home. 3 bedrooms one bathroom possibly some laundry folding and weeding of the path any day Mon-Fri

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/regular-house-cleaner-wanted/1099962789

EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER (FULLTIME) BYRON BAY

We have a full time position for an Early Childhood Teacher at our family run Long Day Care Centre in Byron Bay.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/teaching-childcare/early-childhood-teacher-fulltime-byron-bay/1097044928

FLOOR SUPERVISOR

We are seeking an experienced floorsupervisor to join the dynamic team at our popular Byron Bay restaurant

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/floor-supervisor/1094446365

CHEF REQUIRED

25-35 hours per day and evening shifts available. Competent, qualified, committed and experienced.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-required/1099375738

EARLY RISER SUPER BARISTA NEEDED FOR BUSY BYRON TAKE AWAY

Hi! We need a super barista with lots of experience, travellers fine but fluent English essential! No new students we need dynamite performers that know their coffee

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/baristas/early-riser-super-barista-needed-for-busy-byron-take-away/1099906017

FURNITURE ASSEMBLY LABOUR

Immediate start – byron bay – for a person to help assemble office furniture at byron bay hospital $25 / hour less tax – must have tax file number

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/byron-bay-now-furniture-assembly-labour/1099905336

SEEKING EXPERIENCED BEAUTICIANS

NAIL BAR CAFE is an express beauty bar in the heart of Byron Bay. We are looking for confident beauticians with experience in manicures and pedicures

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/seeking-experienced-beauticians/1095638086

ALL ROUNDER FOR SMALL CAFE

New cafe in Industry and Arts area seeks fast efficient worker. Monday to Friday. Must be experienced. Preference given to mature people with food industry experience.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/baristas/all-rounder-for-small-cafe/1099848534

KITCHEN HANDS WANTED AT THE FARM BYRON BAY

Want to play with bubbles and earn some cash over summer? Come and work in the kitchen at The Farm Byron Bay washing dishes! Must be fit and very hard working

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/kitchen-hand/kitchen-hands-wanted-at-the-farm-byron-bay/1099839502

LIVE-IN AUPAIR/HOUSEKEEPER WANTED BYRON BAY 2016

Live In Position: Au PAIR/Housekeeper . Our fantastic au pair is due to return home mid march 2016 so we are seeking another to replace her

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/live-in-nannies/live-in-aupair-housekeeper-wanted-byron-bay-2016/1092831709

HEAD CHEF @ FISHHEADS GROUP, BYRON BAY

Head Chef Full time position FISHHEADS GROUP, BYRON BAY.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/head-chef-fishheads-group-byron-bay/1099114597

MARKETING MANAGER – OMNIBLEND AUSTRALIA

Marketing Manager at OmniBlend Australia, we sell high quality commercial grade blenders to a variety of businesses and health conscious individuals

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/marketing-manager-omniblend-australia/1099799634

RESTAURANT FLOOR STAFF – IMMEDIATE START

Busy restaurant in Byron Bay looking for experienced and mature waitstaff for immediate Start. 15-20 hours a week

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/restaurant-floor-staff-immediate-start/1099791574

WEEKEND CLEANER/TEMP FULL-TIME CLEANER

Looking for weekend cleaner in hotel in Byron Bay. Experienced only need to apply. Must be available every Saturdays and Sundays

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/weekend-cleaner-temp-full-time-cleaner/1099780751

EXPERIENCED COOK FOR ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Basiloco Restaurant is looking for an experienced cook to join its team! We are looking for a happy, positive person who is reliable and dynamic.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/kitchen-hand/experienced-cook-for-italian-restaurant/1099764357

CHEF DE PARTIE @ FISHHEADS BYRON

Part time or Full time position.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chef-de-partie-fishheads-byron/1093970198

EXPERIENCED KITCHEN HAND WANTED BRUNSWICK HEADS

Cafe in Brunswick Heads is seeking a part time/fulltime experienced kitchen hand to start ASAP. Must have knife skills & prepping experience

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/kitchen-hand/experienced-kitchen-hand-wanted-brunswick-heads/1063169346

EXPERIENCED WAITERS

Basiloco Restaurant is hiring now experienced waiters and waitresses

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/waiting-staff/experienced-waiters/1099556078

FOLK BYRON BAY ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE COOK !

Hello we are looking for a passionate foodie with commercial cooking or chef experience!

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/folk-byron-bay-are-seeking-a-passionate-cook-/1099551475

FOLK BYRON BAY & WOODS BANGALOW ARE SEEKING COFFEE GURUS

Hello friends ! We are seeking an experienced barista to join our sweet team . Must have experience with specialty coffee (please do not apply otherwise)

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/baristas/folk-byron-bay-woods-bangalow-are-seeking-coffee-gurus/1099532406

TRAVEL CONSULTANT IN BYRON BAY

IndieTravel Are HIRING! Are you the next sales superstar? Do you want to live the dream and work in Byron Bay for the summer?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/sales-marketing/travel-consultant-in-byron-bay/1099529926

DELIVERY DRIVER / PACKER

Delivery Driver / Packer needed for food production. Early morning starts from 4am.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/other-jobs/delivery-driver-packer/1099527274

REFRIGERATION MECHANIC | URBAN PURVEYOR GROUP

The Urban Purveyor Group is seeking a full time Refrigeration Mechanic to assemble, install, service and repair commercial refrigerators

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/tradesmen-labour/refrigeration-mechanic-urban-purveyor-group/1098429444

CHEFS – ELEMENTS OF BYRON

CHEFS We are looking for dedicated and passionate chefs to join our dynamic team to work in a world-class resort environment

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/chefs-elements-of-byron/1095637007

SEEKING MATURE, LOCAL, EXPERIENCED CLEANERS

Byron Home Cleaning is looking for cleaners

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/housekeeping/seeking-mature-local-experienced-cleaners/1097110126

RESTAURANT MANAGER

Targa Restaurant Byron Bay is looking for a committed and energetic hospitality experienced person to fulfil the hands on role of Evening Restaurant Manager

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/management/restaurant-manager/1098929392

RETAIL MANAGER

Liberated Heart is an online label best known for their signature prints and festival style. We have a flagship store in Byron Bay

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/retail/retail-manager/1099353765

BEAUTY/MASSAGE THERAPIST – BYRON BAY

Buddha Gardens Day Spa has been established for over 10 years and has an excellent reputation with the many locals and tourists

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/health-sports-beauty/beauty-massage-therapist-byron-bay/1086510520

BLUESFEST CATERING STAFF

Staff required for festival period from March 21st 2016 through to 30th March 2016

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/byron-bay/chefs-cooks/bluesfest-catering-staff/1099316587