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mt warning Mt Warning is an iconic landmark of the Northern Rivers. The mountain is the remnant central vent of an ancient volcano, and has a dual name. Captain Cook named it Mount Warning but to the Aboriginal community, it is know as Wollumbin. As of last month it is now back open for the general public. I had the good fortune to walk to the summit with my 8 year daughter. If you are unfit and struggling with the midlife bulge, then this mountain is not your friend. It was very challenging, but with the help of Jordyn my daughter, we both made it to the summit. The best thing about the walk were the people we met along the way. As we were going up, the early risers, started to come down, and I have never seen so many happy people, laughing and inspiring us to “keep going” you are almost there. How they must have laughed, knowing we were only half way. That is the secret to keeping going, just thinking you are nearly there. Jordyn was a total inspiration to ensuring I joined this exclusive climbers club. Mt Warning was also a place of Romance on this sunny day. Tim Mc Kenzie surprised his beautiful girlfriend Whitney Rose with a picnic basket and a diamond ring. Having struggled to get Whitney out of the car let alone climb the mountain, he managed to get her to the summit where he popped the question. What a great day all round. Do yourself a favour and climb this most amazing Mountain, but be prepared to hurt for the next two days. 6 WHAT'S ON, IN & AROUND here • Friday 4th Kingscliff Lantern Markets 5 - 9pm Variety of stalls from fashion to furniture. Lots to do and see including Fire Dancing Show a 7pm Live Entertainment by Jeff Camilleri on main stage. Enquiries: Jayne 0418 720 048. • Friday 4th - Sunday 6th Boomerang Festival A New World Indigenous Festival for all Australianas. Tyagrah Tea Tree Farm - Byron Bay. www. boomerangfestival.com.au • Saturday 5th Monday 7th Malibu Classic- Main Beach, Evans Head. The best provincial Long boarding in Australia featuring live music, Bbq’s and refreshments. Ph: Matt Moyle on 04008 11796 • Friday 11th and 25th Twilight Markets - Jack Evans Boat Harbour from 2 pm Phone: 0457 900 666 • Thursday 17th - Saturday 19th Lismore Show - Lismore Show Ground www.lismoreshow.org. au Phone 02 66213 460 • Thursday 10th Supper Club with Mandy Nolan Salt Bar 7.30pm • Saturday 11th & 25th Kingscliff Markets - Kingscliff Beach. An array of Local produce, Gourmet Food, craft, fashion, gifts and food > COFFEE SHOP