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Deep Digging at April’s Nudge Nudge Wink Wink – Jason Digby + Embelina
Deep Digging at April’s Nudge Nudge Wink Wink – Jason Digby + Embelina
Digging in deep on Sat April 6 – Only fools would miss April’s Nudge Nudge Wink Wink.
- When: Saturday 6th April, 2024 4:00pm – 11:00pm TICKETED 18+ event
- Where: The Billinudgel Hotel
- What: Nudge Nudge Wink Wink
Two awesome Australian guest DJ’s Jason Digby, and Embelina join the Cunning Stunts residents DJs Lord Sut & Dale Stephen in the Shed at April’s Nudge Nudge Wink Wink: The Ultimate Party with a Conscience!
DJ Jason Digby one of Australia’s most revered DJ’s, makes his shed debut. Born in Melbourne and now residing in Byron Bay, Jason is celebrated for his distinctively crafted soundscapes characterised by seamless mixes and diverse styles spanning House, Prog, Vocals, Disco, and PSY – always deep and always sexy. With thousands of gigs over nearly four decades of experience and an extensive fan base through numerous residencies, international gigs, and support for major electronic touring artists. His annual residencies at BALI’s famous KU DE TA and Double Six Clubs, appearances at iconic music festivals such as Reminisce, Hardware, Earthcore, Ministry of Sound and notable others, underscore his indelible impact on the scene Collaborating with renowned Melbourne DJ/Producer Gab Oliver under the moniker ‘Digby & Oliver,’ their studio work, signed to labels such as Zero Tolerance Recordings, Renaissance, and Baluns Records, has garnered critical acclaim, featuring prominently in DJ Magazine and the ARIA Dance Charts. Nicknamed ‘The Professor’ for his seasoned expertise and meticulous focus during sets, Jason Digby consistently leaves his audiences captivated and craving more with his electrifying performances, ensuring each show is a memorable experience. Be there for a 2 hour closing set from Jason Digby electrifying for the first time in Nudge shed.
Welcoming DJ Embelina back to kick off the day, this DJ Queen brings a blend of deep, dirty house infused with disco vibes and funky hip-hop jams. With a professional career spanning Sydney, Gold Coast, London, and Europe, Embelina’s journey evolved from underground warehouse parties and private events to commanding stages at Sydney’s clubs, festivals, and prestigious residencies at top-notch nightclubs. Her move to London in 2004 marked a significant milestone as she collaborated with Paul Arnold from Fat! Records and held a residency at the esteemed nightclub, The End, sharing decks with renowned breakbeat DJs like The Freestylers and Soul of Man, as well as beatboxers MC Xander and Beardyman. After captivating crowds across Europe, Embelina returned to Australia, securing a Sunday residency at the iconic Gold Coast venue, Swingin Safari. Don’t miss Embelina in a two-hour sunset set, promising an unforgettable journey through the musical cosmos.
Cunning Stunts resident DJs Lord Sut & Dale Stephen stand as co-captains of sonic pleasures, curating unforgettable nights of dance. Their seamless mixes weave together irresistible selections of House, Balearic, and Disco, promising soul-stirring journeys that will move you to the core. Infused with their own edits and productions, their sets ignite free spirit dancing, joy and happiness.
Nudge Nudge Wink Wink is more than a party; it’s a FUNdraiser, providing essential connection, charitable support, and a warming of spirit for all who attend. Once you’ve given it a nudge, you’ll have to return. Wink Wink!Their events continue with their unwavering commitment to support locally based registered NFPs that are making a profound impact in our communities during these challenging times.
For the March and April 2024 events, they are donating to the important funding needed for the Mullumbimby District Neighbourhood Centre (MDNC) to continue to deliver services to meet community needs as well as build individual and community capacity.
The MDNC provides access to a diversity of funded and unfunded services and programs including but not limited to Community Support/Emergency Relief, parenting support, specialist domestic violence services, support for homeless, financial counselling, Food Recovery programs, community meals and social inclusion activities. Many of the unfunded social inclusion activities, the work of the community meal (More Than a Meal) and Food Recovery enable soft access entry points for vulnerable community members to access additional supports and life changing opportunities.
You now have the option to donate, in addition to purchasing an event ticket, which also helps provide further support to this vital service. Through doing this, you become an integral part of the movement that uplifts, supports, and empowers those who need it most.
Nudge Nudge Wink Wink’s Season 8 runs from September through June on the first Saturday of every month! Nudge Nudge Wink Wink gives you an unforgettable experience of music, connection, and making a difference in the local community. Thank you for supporting what they do!
Final tickets may still be available – https://bit.ly/Tickets_Nudge_6_April If the event is Sold Out – remember, the only legitimate site for purchasing any tickets available for resale is via Tixel.com.
To ensure you get advance notification of ticket sales for all their events, sign up to their e-newsletter here http://www.cunningstunts.com.au/subscribe/
Cunning Stunts have donated $403,18 so far, helping 39 local charities since December 2015. Let’s keep that impact growing! Funds are donated to locally based registered NFP’s assisting our communities during these challenging times. The April event continues, with a cumulative percentage of their profits being donated from both the March and April events to the Mullumbimby District Neighbourhood Centre (MDNC).
For further information on Cunning Stunts:
- Website: http://www.cunningstunts.com.au
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cunningstuntevents/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cunningstuntsevents/
- Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/382162254535096/
- Tickets: https://cunningstunts.com.au/event/nudge-nudge-wink-wink-06-04-2024/
- Video: https://youtu.be/4A1ZDa1N48s
Cunning Stunts have donated $403,181 to 39 local charities through our events since December 2015. Byron Shire’s Community Event of the Year for 2020, Nudge Nudge Wink Wink, is a ticketed event on the first Saturday of the month, DJ’s playing in the best sounding shed in the Southern Hemisphere with funds continuing to be raised for local charities.
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$3.8 MILLION TO HELP NORTHERN RIVERS COMMUNITY HEAL AFTER 2022 FLOODS
RESEARCHERS at Southern Cross University have been awarded more than $3.8 million to help Northern Rivers locals affected by the devastating 2022 floods.
In a world-first approach, the researchers will implement a stepped care model to support over 200 people left with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after the floods.
To date, there have been very few clinical trials focused on recovery from disaster-related PTSD. None have focused on a stepped care model.
Stepped care is an evidence-based system for treating mental health, involving a hierarchy of treatments, from least to most intensive.
The stepped care treatments in this clinical trial will include an arts-based group compassion program and group-based MDMA-assisted therapy. It is hoped the findings will provide additional treatment options for those impacted by future disasters.
People can register their interest in participating in the clinical trial by emailing compassiontrial@scu.edu.au
The Albanese Government is providing these funds as part of the 2022 Clinical Trials Grant Activity, with funding commencing from March 2024.
Grants totalling $62 million were awarded to 26 recipients as part of the grant opportunity.
The Albanese Government has committed a total of $750 million for the Clinical Trials Activity Initiative over ten years.
Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Health Mark Butler MP:
“Supporting the mental health of Australians is a key priority for the Albanese Government.
“In a country often ravaged by bushfires, floods and cyclones, the world-first research by Southern Cross University will look for new and innovative ways to help communities recover following natural disasters.
“We hope that this research project will help the Northern Rivers community to recover following the flood tragedy.
“Our Government is proud to support this groundbreaking research through the Medical Research Future Fund.”
Quotes attributable to NSW Parliamentary Secretary for Disaster Recovery and State Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin MP:
“This project not only offers innovative evidence-based practices for trauma relief, but also means something positive can come out of our local experience. This research will add to the body of knowledge around trauma and post-traumatic growth.
“James Bennett-Levy has an international reputation for innovative mental health approaches and a commitment to the wellbeing or rural Australians, particularly the residents of the Northern Rivers Region. That’s why I was happy to throw my support behind this project.”
Quotes attributable to Lead Researcher, Professor James Bennett-Levy, of Southern Cross University:
“I thank the Minister for funding this world-first clinical trial of a stepped care model in a post-disaster context.
“In 2022, northern New South Wales, and Lismore in particular, experienced Australia’s most devastating floods. People are still suffering from disaster-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
“Our research after the 2017 floods showed that mental health problems were compounded if people were self-critical and blamed themselves. We have therefore designed a stepped care program with a self-compassion focus. Step 1 will evaluate a five-session arts-based program which engages participants in creating compassion-focussed artworks. If participants still have PTSD, they may be eligible for Step 2, MDMA-assisted therapy. Prior research has shown that MDMA-assisted therapy is an effective evidence-based treatment for PTSD and enhances self-compassion.”
Quotes attributable to Vice-Chancellor and President, Southern Cross University Professor Tyrone Carlin:
“Under Professor Bennett-Levy’s leadership and expertise, this novel trial will broaden our knowledge about the effectiveness of therapeutic treatments for addressing serious trauma following a natural disaster.
“Lismore is the most flood-prone city in Australia. We know that many in the Northern Rivers community remain traumatised by the 2022 back-to-back flood disasters. Lismore is also the birthplace of Southern Cross University, and with our roots deeply embedded in the community it is appropriate we lead this project.
“We congratulate Professor Bennett Levy for being awarded the MRFF grant. It represents the largest block MRFF funding received by Southern Cross University to date and illustrates the excellence and impact of critical research conducted by the University in our region.”
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Council investigating possible DA Tracker data breach
On 24 April, an upgrade to Byron Shire Council’s document management system resulted in some internal development related documents being viewable on the DA Tracker public web portal.
The DA Tracker is Council’s online portal that allows users to track the progress of development applications.
“Access to the DA Tracker was temporarily suspended as soon as we became aware of the issue, and the removal of the internal documents from the DA Tracker public web portal was completed on 29 April”. Council’s Manager Business Systems and Technology, Colin Baker said.
“We are currently investigating this incident to determine the exact nature and extent of the documents incorrectly published.” Mr Baker said.
Council takes the privacy of its customers very seriously and has engaged the NSW State Government’s Cyber incident response team to assist with the investigation. If it is determined that a data breach occurred, Council will be contacting any person directly impacted, and following other mandatory reporting requirements.
Customers concerned about this DA Tracker data breach incident can contact Colin Baker, Manager of Business Systems and Technology by calling 02 6626 7347.
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