Sunday 20th Mar 2005

Global Day of Action Peace Rally in association with IQ presented on the 2nd anniversary of the illegal Iraq Invasion a substantial crowd gathered in Peace Park, Byron Bay. Noteable proceedings included; Aboriginal fire ceremony & prayer; Peace Walk around town featuring satin rainbow peace flags; Talks at the surf club after the Peace Walk; Speakers – Mayor Jan Barham, Cr Tom Tabart, Helena Norberg-Hodge, Danielle, Nyck Jeanes, Gareth Smith, Seedsavers, Kali Wendorf, Marcia Harris; Concert featuring reggae band, Cloud 9, Gangagiri and BlissMongers; Documentary “Outfoxed”, about the Murdoch war on journalism; Movie about depleted uranium and Into the Heart of Iraq. Also featured African dance, contemporary dance, Middle Eastern dance and Indonesian dance performances.

A Peace Expo showcased the efforts of groups like Greenpeace, Oxfam, Seedsavers, Friends of the ABC, No Landmines, Amnesty and local environment groups.

The Peace work continues at www.byronpeacecarnival.com. Visit to print off some ‘Make Peace not War’ posters and spread the word.

14th Interntaional short film festival 21st – 23rd Jan 2005

Celebrating its 14th year Flickerfest was the summer highlight of the cinema calendar. Flickerfest took us on a unique global journey screening the two nights of International programmes – the best of short films from around the world. This year IQ is added a third night with the special “Best of Annecy International Animation Festival” program, screening exclusively outside of the Sydney Flickerfest. Annecy is the oldest & most respected animation festival in the world & this is the first time a programme of award winners from this prestigious festival will be screened in Australia.

Bangalow A&I Hall
Fri 21st Jan (International Shorts program 1)
Sat 22nd Jan (International Shorts program 2)
Sun 23rd Jan (Best of Annecy International Animation Festival program)

More info and program

Sat 17th & Sun 18th Apr 2004

The Ethical Feast celebrates the abundance of art, music & good food we share in our community. Proceeds from the Ethical Feast will fund a “Food Trees for Schools” project.

A sumptuous organic three-course dinner, sourced from local produce, will showcase and promote sustainable farming practices in Byron Shire. Exhibition of local art work available for purchase, and local produce & information stalls. An amazing floorshow called “Wake UP” and a stunning slideshow.

Local producers, businesses & organisations are invited to display at the Ethical Feast. Local artists are invited to submit locally inspired works for sale at the Ethical Feast.

MC: Mandy Nolan.
International guest speaker: Helena Norberg-Hodge
Speaker: Scott Taylor (author “Dolphins, Whales & Human Destiny”)
Speaker: Dave Roby (TROPPO)
Performing Artists: include Chinta, Rik Cole, Vasuda, Cleis Peirce, Amere & Avishai (Sheva), Uval (Mayan), Aboriginal, African, contemporary & break dancers and belly-dancers.

Venue: Bangalow A&I Hall
Doors open: 5pm – art exhibition & eco stalls with light refreshments.
Dinner starts: 7pm
Show starts: 9pm.
Tickets:$60/50 with a valid concession card.
Show only: $25 (tickets available @ door)

Thu 8th to Mon 12th Apr 2004

IQ supported The East Coast Blues and Roots Festival again this year with a stall amongst the other not-for-profit tents.

13th Interntaional short film festival 19th – 20th Jan 2004

The 6th visit to Byron Bay of the International Short Film Festival’s touring program was a major hit once again. This year’s screenings saw record numbers attend with the Bangalow A & I Hall filled to capacity despite the intense humidity.

Dec 14 – 17 2003

William 2Feather conducted a successful sweat lodge, personal healings, sweat lodge ceremony, medicine tools, talking stick, spirit guide, night fire circle and more.

Oct. 9 2003

The Sustainable Community Employment Network Enterprise (SCENE) was launched on October 9 2003 with Lindsay Blount from Dept FACS for 150k. SCENE is a Community Employment Pilot developed by IQ Inc. which provides for a network of community organisations, arts, ecologically sustainable industries & business. More info…

22nd Jun. 2003

The IQ Association just celebrated it’s 7th year of occupation

12th Interntaional short film festival 19th – 20th Jan

The 5th visit to Byron Bay of the International Short Film Festival’s touring program.

11th Interntaional short film festival 19th – 20th Jan

The 4th visit to Byron Bay of the International Short Film Festival’s touring program.