In 2018, an average of 35 people attended our weekly seniors' drumming group 'Elder Beats'. 💛 ⁣
Find out more about the Byron Community Centre in our Annual Report 2018 ⁣www.byroncentre.com.au/annual-reports/⁣⁣
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The Byron Community Centre offers a variety of seniors' activities, visit our website to learn more!⁣ ... See MoreSee Less

1 day ago

The Byron Twilight Market is ON today (23rd March) right in the heart of Byron Bay! Our popular night market is part of our not for profit social enterprise. This means that funds raised from stallholder fees will go straight back into community projects and events. 💕

This boutique market is a true reflection of the creativity and craftsmanship in the Northern Rivers area. By visiting the markets and buying from a local artisan you are supporting a good cause and a business. Thank you 💓🙏💓

The Byron Twilight Market takes place every Saturday from 4pm-9pm at Railway Park, Byron Bay. ... See MoreSee Less

3 days ago

💖Happy'International Day of Happiness' everyone🌺
💕🍒🌈🦄🌵☀️🌊🍧🎊🧚‍♀️🌻💙 ... See MoreSee Less

4 days ago

Impact update 2018: The Byron Shire Volunteer Hub continued to be successful in 2018. 7 dedicated volunteers worked with Pippy Wardell in the program.
Find out more about how we did in 2018 👉www.byroncentre.com.au/annual-reports/ ... See MoreSee Less

6 days ago

Byron Surf Flix continues this March on Tuesday 19th with The Heart & The Sea ❤️🌊
Tix are $15, get them online, phone or at the Box Office Mon - Fri 10:00am - 1:30pm.

Main Presentation at 7:30pm, Bar, Music and Food from 6:00pm and during intermission

Come in early to the Byron Theatre to enjoy some live acoustic music and an icy cold Stone & Wood in the Beer Garden. Catch up with the local surf community and perhaps bump into a surprise guest or two involved in the making of this beautiful film.

Over three years in the making, The Heart & The Sea explores the joy that lies at the very centre of a surfing life: family, friends and a shared intimacy with the sea.

Beautifully captured and sensitively crafted, The Heart & The Sea features Dave Rastovich, Lauren Lindsey Hill, Alex Knost, Tom Wegener, Sage Joske, Brett Caller, Johnny Abegg, Kassia Meador, Clovis Donizetti, Belinda Baggs, Paul Joske, Ryan Burch, Chris Del Moro, Matt Chojnacki, Jared Mell, Dane Peterson, Joel Tudor, Harrison Roach & many others.

The Heart & The Sea was the third release from independent Australian filmmaker Nathan Oldfield, the creator of the highly regarded left of centre surf films Lines From a Poem and Seaworthy. Nathan’s latest film, Church of the Open Sky, will be screened by Byron Surf Flix on Tuesday 16th April. ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago

You are invited to join us on Wednesday 20 March for our first Volunteer Hub meeting in 2019 in the Verandah Room at the @byroncommunitycentre from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Over a cuppa, we will discuss how the Hub works, give an overview of the national volunteering standards and how we can help you to fulfil your volunteering needs.

RSVP by 18 March to volunteers@byroncentre.com.au ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago

Come along to the Byron Twilight Market today (16 March). This boutique market is packed with little treasures and delicious food handmade by talented locals.

As part of our not for profit social enterprise, all funds raised from stallholder fees will go straight back into community projects and events. 💕 The Twilight Market is a true reflection of the creativity and craftsmanship in the Northern Rivers area. By visiting the markets and buying from a local artisan you are supporting a good cause and a local business. Thank you 💓🙏💓

The Byron Twilight Market takes place every Saturday from 4pm-9pm at Railway Park, Byron Bay. ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago

🌊Byron Surf Flix continues this March Tuesday 19th with The Heart & The Sea ❤️🌊 Tix are $15, get them online, phone or at the Box Office Mon - Fri 10:00am - 1:30pm.

Main Presentation at 7:30pm, Bar, Music and Food from 6:00pm and during intermission

Come in early to the Byron Theatre to enjoy some live acoustic music and an icy cold Stone & Wood in the Beer Garden. Catch up with the local surf community and perhaps bump into a surprise guest or two involved in the making of this beautiful film.

"Nathan Oldfield is a maverick, a filmmaker who wants a surf movie to say something important, to move us and make us grateful for the sea around us and the life within
us. His films are quiet, beautiful and brimming with sacred purpose."
TIM WINTON, Acclaimed Australian Novelist

Over three years in the making, The Heart & The Sea explores the joy that lies at the very centre of a surfing life: family, friends and a shared intimacy with the sea.

Filmed in stunning locations in Australia, New Zealand, France and Spain, this is a gently refreshing and quietly enchanting contribution to the surf film genre. ... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago

In 2018, our Byron Shire Volunteer Hub recorded 56 registered local organisations. The Byron Shire Volunteer Hub works as a volunteer referral service. If you are an organisation operating in the Byron Shire and are looking for volunteers, register your organisation with us today! 👉 www. byroncentre.com.au ... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago

In December 2018, 27 community members in need accessed our hot showers at the Byron Community Cabins.

The Byron Community Showers Project is based at the Byron Community Cabins. The project is provided by the Byron Community Centre in collaboration with the Byron Shire Council. The project provides a supervised and safe environment where people experiencing homelessness can access hot showers, laundry facilities, toiletries, clothes, weekly haircuts, service information, and general support from trained volunteers, and trained community service workers. ... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago

It's all happening! 👉 World Naked Bike Ride in Byron Bay 📷 @byron.bay.nsw ... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago

Come along to the Byron Twilight Market today 9 March at Railway Park, 4pm - 9pm. Discover little treasures at our beautiful artisan stalls filled with lovely jewellery, beautiful homewares and original products. Enjoy a delicious dinner from one of our fabulous food vendors and dance to some fantastic music performed by local musicians.

Support local small businesses, artisans and musicians -- the @byron_markets are part of our #notforprofit #socialenterprise. This means that funds raised by stallholder fees are invested back into our local community through events and projects. Thank you for your support 🙏 ... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago

🌈💕🌺💐🌻💙🌸🌼🌷💚💫❣️ ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

The Byron Community Centre offers a variety of computer classes for seniors starting 12 March through to 27 March. Subjects include Digital Safety, Using a Computer, Know your Devices and many more. Classes take place twice a week on Tuesday and Wednesday in the morning and are held in small groups of only up to 5 people. So contact us today to learn more and to enrol. ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

Byron Surf Flix continues this March on Tuesday 19th with The Heart & The Sea ❤️🌊 Tix are $15, get them online, phone or at the Box Office Mon - Fri 10:00am - 1:30pm.

Main Presentation at 7:30pm, Bar, Music and Food from 6:00pm and during intermission

Come in early to the Byron Theatre to enjoy some live acoustic music and an icy cold Stone & Wood in the Beer Garden. Catch up with the local surf community and perhaps bump into a surprise guest or two involved in the making of this beautiful film.

The Heart & The Sea was the third release from independent Australian filmmaker Nathan Oldfield, the creator of the highly regarded left of centre surf films Lines From a Poem and Seaworthy. Nathan’s latest film, Church of the Open Sky, will be screened by Byron Surf Flix on Tuesday 16th April.

Over three years in the making, The Heart & The Sea explores the joy that lies at the very centre of a surfing life: family, friends and a shared intimacy with the sea.

Filmed in stunning locations in Australia, New Zealand, France and Spain, this is a gently refreshing and quietly enchanting contribution to the surf film genre.

Beautifully captured and sensitively crafted, The Heart & The Sea features Dave Rastovich, Lauren Lindsey Hill, Alex Knost, Tom Wegener, Sage Joske, Brett Caller, Johnny Abegg, Kassia Meador, Clovis Donizetti, Belinda Baggs, Paul Joske, Ryan Burch, Chris Del Moro, Matt Chojnacki, Jared Mell, Dane Peterson, Joel Tudor, Harrison Roach & many others. ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

Our #notforprofit Coffee BOX continues to deliver training and work experience for local people in 2019. A whopping 100% of our participants report that our training program increased their skills for employment. 🌸🌼🌸🌼

If you're interested in participating in our workplace training program get in touch with us! 💜 ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

Have you visited our Dreamy Markets of Twilight yet? "What a better way to spend a summery Saturday night than under the stars, charmed by the lively atmosphere of Byron’s Twilight Markets. Found among the busy-ness of a Byron Bay Saturday night, is an elegant sanctuary of enchantment." Read the full post in our blog byroncentre.com.au/dreamy-markets-of-twilight/

Support our local artisans, support our not-for-profit market!

The Byron Twilight Market happens every Saturday from 4pm - 9pm at Railway Park right in the heart of Byron Bay. ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

💚 Today is 'World compliment day" so spread the love and give someone a compliment 💚
💫People of Byron you are generous & inspiring thanks for supporting the Byron Community Centre ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

Learn digital skills in a fun and safe environment here at the Byron Community Centre. Starting this March, we are offering FREE digital classes for Seniors in collaboration with Be Connected. Enrol today! Contact us on 02 6685 6807 or enquire in person during office hours Mon - Fri 10:00am - 4:00pm, 69 Jonson St, Byron Bay

The courses will cover a variety of topics, including
👉 Getting to know your device
👉 How to access the internet
👉 How to use social media
... and many more. ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

Last December (2018), we provided 56 healthy breakfast to our local homeless people from our Fletcher St kitchen. This service is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who prepare and hand out breakfast every Wednesday from 7.30 am - 9.00am. 👏 ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

We're very excited about this! Starting this March, the Byron Community Centre in collaboration with Be Connected will offer a series of digital courses to help Seniors stay connected in the digital world.

The courses will cover a variety of topics, including
👉 Getting to know your device
👉 How to access the internet
👉 How to use social media
... and many more.

Learn digital skills in a fun and safe environment here at the Byron Community Centre. To enrol, contact us during office hours Mon - Fri 10:00am - 4:00pm, 69 Jonson St, Byron Bay, 02 6685 6807 or visit Be Connected's website for an overview of available courses: beconnected.esafety.gov.au/ ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

In November 2018, 60 community members accessed our hot showers at the Byron Community Cabin.

The showers project runs for two hours, two days a week - Monday and Wednesday: 10am to 12pm. People are able to sign up to have a shower at Liberation Larder (on a Monday) and the Homeless Breakfast (on a Wednesday) from 8am. Both programs are run at the community centre. There is no “drop-in” component for the showers project. ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

Do you want to improve your digital skills and learn more about electronic devices, how to access the internet and secure passwords? Then join our digital classes for seniors here at the Byron Community Centre in collaboration with Be Connected. Contact us during office hours Mon - Fri 10:00am - 4:00pm, 69 Jonson St, Byron Bay, 02 6685 6807 ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

We want to extend a HUGE Thank You to NSW Seniors Festival, @byronshirecouncil and the @byroncommunitycentre for sponsoring yesterday's Byron Shire Senior's Festival and Expo. A special thank you goes out to all the local restaurants and cafes that supported this event. 🙏💐💝 ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

🌈💜Happy 'Feel good February" everyone 💚
Volunteering at the Byron Community Centre makes you and others happy! 🌈💫💕 ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Our dedicated volunteers provided 122 healthy breakfasts to our local homeless people in November 2018. 👏👏👏
This community service takes place every Wednesday from 7.30am - 9.00am at the Fletcher St kitchen here at the Byron Community Centre. ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Don't miss out on our next Surf Flix event TODAY at 7.30pm @byrontheatre. We will be screening Storm Riders - a classic from 1982 by David Lourie, Jack McCoy and Dick Hoole.

The @byrontheatre bar will be open from 6pm, there will be live music by @432hzwizard and @seashepardbyronbay will be coming to discuss and share a film on @operationapexharmony

Follow @byronsurfflix for upcoming Surf Flix events.
Tix can be bought at the Byron Theatre box office from Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm, on the phone and online @byrontheatre 🙌 ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

The Byron Shire Seniors Festival & Expo is happening tomorrow!! Visit the Byron Community Centre and join us for a day of fun activities, workshops and informative talks, about
👉Health & Wellness – alternative health care and nutrition
👉Finance/Banking/Insurance/Wills
👉Aged Care Options
👉Understanding your Aged Pension – all you need to know about benefits
👉End of Life & After Death Care – demystifying your choices
👉Volunteering – live longer by caring for those in need

Come along to the Byron Community Centre, 69 Jonson Street, on Tuesday 19th February or contact Pippy Wardell on 6685 6807 for more information. ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

We're very excited to announce that the Byron Community Centre in collaboration with Be Connected will offer FREE Digital Classes for Seniors starting this March!

The courses will cover a variety of topics, including
👉 Getting to know your device
👉 How to access the internet
👉 How to use social media

To find out more visit the Be Connected info desk at Seniors Festival & Expo this Tuesday 19th February at the BCC where you can also create a learning account and express your interest in our free digital skills courses. Or visit Be Connected's website for an overview of available courses: beconnected.esafety.gov.au/ ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Visit our cozy Byron Twilight Market today (16 Feb) right in the heart of Byron Bay! This little market is packed with arts and crafts, jewellery, clothing and delicious food handmade by talented locals.
As part of our not for profit social enterprise, all funds raised from stallholder fees will go straight back into community projects and events. 💕 This boutique market is a true reflection of the creativity and craftsmanship in the Northern Rivers area. By visiting the markets and buying from a local artisan you are supporting a good cause and a local business. Thank you 💓🙏💓

The Byron Twilight Market takes place every Saturday from 4pm-9pm at Railway Park, Byron Bay. ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Save the date! The Byron Community Centre is hosting the Byron Shire Seniors Festival & Expo, in collaboration with NSW Seniors Festival, on Tuesday 19th February, from 10am-4pm.

This day is dedicated to the wonderful elders of our community. The theme of the festival is ‘Love Your Life’ with activities to help you continue enjoying your life every day. We do not believe that becoming a senior means your life is over, instead we think that the rest of our lives are just beginning.

The festival will have information sharing, entertainment, and lots of activities, as well as hand, neck and shoulder massages being offered throughout the day. Fearless Films ‘Growing Bold Not Old’ will be screening in a special viewing room.

Relax and enjoy the Theatre Program, browse a range of exhibitors upstairs in the Cavanbah Room and informative verandah chats, including -

👉Health & Wellness – alternative health care and nutrition
👉Finance/Banking/Insurance/Wills
👉Aged Care Options
👉Understanding your Aged Pension – all you need to know about benefits
👉End of Life & After Death Care – demystifying your choices
👉Volunteering – live longer by caring for those in need

The Seniors Festival will empower older people, their carers and children to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their potential in their community.

Come along to the Byron Community Centre, 69 Jonson Street, on Tuesday 19th February or contact Pippy Wardell on 6685 6807 for more information. ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

In October 2018, 53 community members in need attended our hot showers at the Byron Community Cabin.

The project provides a supervised and safe environment where people experiencing homelessness can access hot showers, laundry facilities, toiletries, clothes, weekly haircuts, service information, and general support from trained volunteers, and trained community service workers. ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Don't miss out on our next Surf Flix event Tuesday, 19 Feb at 7.30pm. This time, we will be screening Storm Riders - a classic from 1982 by David Lourie, Jack McCoy and Dick Hoole.

The @byrontheatre bar will be open from 6pm, enjoy an icy cold @stoneandwood, live music by @432hzwizard and @seashepardbyronbay will be coming to discuss and share a film on @operationapexharmony

Follow @byronsurfflix for upcoming Surf Flix events.
Tix can be bought at the Byron Theatre box office from Mon - Fri 10am - 1.30pm, on the phone and online @byrontheatre 🙌 ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Join the women of Byron Shire, show solidarity with women around the world and celebrate V-Day with a Flashmob Dance on Main Beach and evening performances of Vagina Conversations – a local take on the well-known Vagina Monologues, where local
women share their stories.

👉 V-DAY Byron Bay Flashmob Dance on Thursday 14th February, gather at 6:30 am gather, dance at 7:00 am
WHERE: Main Beach, Byron Bay
WHO: Everyone is welcome. Wear Red. Bring Placards. Join the Dance.
For more information visit V-Day Byron Bay on Facebook.

👉 Vagina Conversations #4
WHEN: Thursday 14th, Friday 15th February at 7.30pm
WHERE: Byron Theatre
TICKETS: $29 tickets from @byrontheatre
$23 Conc suitable for 14+ ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Save the date! The Byron Community Centre is hosting the Byron Shire Seniors Festival & Expo, in collaboration with NSW Seniors Festival, on Tuesday 19th February, from 10am-4pm.

This day is dedicated to the wonderful elders of our community. The theme of the festival is ‘Love Your Life’ with activities to help you continue enjoying your life every day. We do not believe that becoming a senior means your life is over, instead we think that the rest of our lives are just beginning.

The festival will have information sharing, entertainment, and lots of activities, as well as hand, neck and shoulder massages being offered throughout the day. Fearless Films ‘Growing Bold Not Old’ will be screening in a special viewing room.

Relax and enjoy the Theatre Program, browse a range of exhibitors upstairs in the Cavanbah Room and informative verandah chats, including -

👉Health & Wellness – alternative health care and nutrition
👉Finance/Banking/Insurance/Wills
👉Aged Care Options
👉Understanding your Aged Pension – all you need to know about benefits
👉End of Life & After Death Care – demystifying your choices
👉Volunteering – live longer by caring for those in need

The Seniors Festival will empower older people, their carers and children to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their potential in their community.

Come along to the Byron Community Centre, 69 Jonson Street, on Tuesday 19th February or contact Pippy Wardell on 6685 6807 for more information. ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

The Byron Twilight Market is ON today (9 Feb - and every Saturday) right in the heart of Byron Bay! Our popular night market is part of our not for profit social enterprise. This means that funds raised from stallholder fees will go straight back into community projects and events. 💕 This boutique market is a true reflection of the creativity and craftsmanship in the Northern Rivers area. By visiting the markets and buying from a local artisan you are supporting a good cause and a business. Thank you 💓🙏💓 ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

The Byron Community Centre is hosting the Byron Shire Seniors Festival & Expo, in collaboration with NSW Seniors Festival, on Tuesday 19th February, from 10am-4pm.

The Seniors Festival will empower older people, their carers and children to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their potential in their community.

Come along to the Byron Community Centre, 69 Jonson Street, on Tuesday 19th February or contact Pippy Wardell on 6685 6807 for more information. ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

The women of Byron Shire, in solidarity with women around the world, celebrate @vday annually with a Flashmob Dance on Main Beach and evening performances of Vagina Conversations – a local take on the well-known Vagina Monologues, where local
women share their stories.

👉 V-DAY Byron Bay Flashmob Dance on Thursday 14th February, gather at 6:30 am gather, dance at 7:00 am
WHERE: Main Beach, Byron Bay
WHO: Everyone is welcome. Wear Red. Bring Placards. Join the Dance.
For more information visit V-Day Byron Bay on Facebook.

👉 Vagina Conversations #4
WHEN: Thursday 14th, Friday 15th February at 7.30pm
WHERE: Byron Theatre
TICKETS: $29 tickets from Byron Community Centre
$23 Conc suitable for 14+
For more information go to @byrontheatre ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

Don't miss out on our next Surf Flix event Tuesday, 19 Feb at 7.30pm. This time, we will be screening Storm Riders - a classic from 1982 by David Lourie, Jack McCoy and Dick Hoole. The @byrontheatre bar will be open from 6pm, there will be live music by @432hzwizard and @seashepardbyronbay will be coming to discuss and share a film on @operationapexharmony

Follow @byronsurfflix for upcoming Surf Flix events.
Tix can be bought at the Byron Theatre box office from Mon - Fri 10am - 1.30pm, on the phone and online @byrontheatre 🙌 ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

In October 2018, our weekly breakfast service provided healthy breakfasts to 147 locals in need. This service is run by a dedicated crew of hands-on volunteers who prepare and deliver breakfasts every Wednesday from 7.30am - 9.00am. 👏👏👏 ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

Help the BCC Win The Safer Internet Day Competition
today! 🏆 In March the BCC will be offering courses for seniors to increase their digital skills. We will be using the Be Connected Learning Portal. More information will be available soon. However, in the meantime…
We are entering a Safer Internet Day competition and only you can help us win the $100 voucher! This is how:

👉Create an account on the Be Connected Learning Portal today: beconnected.esafety.gov.au/
👉Choose the Byron Community Centre as your Support Centre (this is important!!)
👉Go down to the very bottom right of the page and click on “Sitemap”
👉Find the “Safety First” courses in the list
👉Complete as many as you can (around 15min each)

We can offer support every step of the way
If you would like to come into the centre to create an account our other volunteers will help you. On Tuesday 5 Feb, we will have as many computers available as possible for you to complete the “Safety First” courses in the office (of course you can do it at home if you can)

Thank you for your support! ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

The Byron Community Market is ON today!! Head down to Butler St Reserve, between 8am - 3pm for a truly Byron experience. Browse over 300 stalls and find amazing treasures, great food and fantastic live music. We also offer kids activities.💎🥙🤡🌯🎸 ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

In September 2018, 60 vulnerable community members accessed our hot showers.

The Byron Community Showers Project runs for two hours, two days a week - Monday and Wednesday. People are able to sign up to have a shower at Liberation Larder (on a Monday) and the Homeless Breakfast (on a Wednesday) from 8am. Both programs are run at the community centre. There is no “drop-in” component for the showers project. ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

Join us on 19th February here at the Byron Community Centre when we celebrate Byron Bay's first Byron Shire Seniors' Festival and Expo💜

We are offering lots of fun activities like drumming, yoga, a ukulele class, workshops, mindful experiences and so much more. The full programme will be released soon, so watch this space. ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

Last September (2018), our amazing volunteers provided 98 healthy breakfasts to locals in need. Our breakfast service takes place every Wednesday from 7.30am - 9.00am at the Fletcher St Room @byroncommunitycentre. ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago