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Successors to - The Norfolk Island Pioneer c. 1885 The Weekly News c 1932 : The Norfolk Island Monthly News c. 1933 The N.I. Times c. 1935 : Norfolk Island Weekly c. 1943 : N.I.N.E. c. 1949 : W.I.N. c. 1951 Norfolk News c. 1965 Volume 42, No. 44 SATURDAY, 27th OCTOBER 2007 Price $2.75 incl GST “For those in peril on the Sea” Society of Australia bravery awards and Certificates of Commendation. The story behind these presentations is best explained by the following address, given by the Acting Administrator, Mr, Owen Walsh:- “Mr Speaker, Ladies and Gentlemen, it is a great pleasure for Bianca and I to welcome you to Government House this afternoon. Today we are to honour and acknowledge six members of our community who put themselves at risk to go the assistance of others in need. The Royal Humane Society of Australia has asked Government House, Kingston was the setting me to present bravery awards to Shannon Adams, last Monday afternoon, 5th November 2007 when 6 Sergeant Larry Andrews, Doug Creek, Malcolm members of the community, some looking nervous in Douran, Ritchie Douran and Delwyn Telfer for their their seldom-worn suits, proud parents and members of part in the rescue of the two crew of the yacht “Sussex their families, excited young children, a representative Warrior” off Norfolk Island. of the Norfolk Island Government and other friends, I have also been asked by the Australian Maritime gathered to witness the awarding of Royale Humane Safety Authority – the national organisation (continued overleaf) “Exiled” Bi-Centenary Celebrations History does not record the weather conditions that prevailed on Norfolk Island on 9th November 1807, but 24 hardy souls - Josie deMoor, Christine Taylor Bridges, Margaret Redden, Dick Bridges, Bev. Moore, Karen Ritchie, Lynn Ibbott, Sally Shine, James and Marion Johnston, Leonie, Steve, Jordan, Liam and Jack Richardson, Sam and Margaret Beechey, Max Spencer, Shauna Hicks, Allen and Joyce Walker, Bronwen, Roderick and Keva Batchelor - gathered under overcast skies on the beach at Emily Bay on 9th November 2007, to re-enact the beginning of the exodus of the First European settlement of Norfolk Island. (continued inside)

There’s every reason to dine at ... PH 24400 QUEEN ELIZABETH AVENUE ~ “For those in peril on the Sea” - continued It is therefore fitting and appropriate that the Royal responsible for co-ordinating rescues at sea – to Humane Society of Australasia – after being notified present certificates of commendation to each of them of the rescue by the former Administrator Grant as well as to the three Norfolk Island organisations Tambling - resolved to grant each of them a bravery involved in that rescue. award. The Society’s awards are designed to give The rescue occurred on 10th May 2007 after the public recognition to acts of bravery by those who Norfolk Police received a distress call from the yacht. risk their own lives in saving or attempting to save the It had been hit by a large wave, injuring one crew lives of others. member and leaving the other crew member – who Shannon, Larry, Doug and Malcolm have been was 75-years old and suffering extreme sea sickness awarded the Royal Humane Society’s Bronze Medal – unable to cope. for the selfless and brave part they played in the In usual fashion, the Norfolk community quickly rescue. The Royal Society has awarded Delwyn the swung into action. silver medal for her courage in boarding the yacht Members of the St. Johns Ambulance and the in extremely hazardous conditions and in helping Volunteer Rescue Squad were contacted and assembled to transfer the crew back to the rescue boat. The at the Kingston Pier. Malcolm and Ritchie Douran Royal Society awarded Malcolm the silver medal in were also contacted and agreed to offer their boat, recognition of his volunteering his boat and assistance, local knowledge and expertise to attempt to get to the for his calm and skilful handling of the rescue boat yacht. in very dangerous conditions, particularly when Sea conditions were extremely rough, with high (continued overleaf) winds and a large swell, making the rescue difficult and very hazardous, particularly in navigating the reef at Kingston. On reaching the yacht, Delwyn �������������� Telfer - as the ambulance officer - had the difficult and dangerous task of boarding the yacht to treat the injured yachtsman and then helping to transfer the two ���������������������������������������� crew to the rescue boat. They then all had to return ������������� to Kingston again through high seas. Thankfully, all returned safely and the yacht’s crewmen were taken to ������������������������������������������ the Norfolk Island hospital for treatment. �������������������������������������� All involved put themselves at risk and in jeopardy in order to rescue others. Their courage and their selflessness must be commended.

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Email [email protected] • Ph (Int+6723) 22405 • Fax (Int+6723) 23098 PP.O..O. BoxBox 213,213, NorfolkNorfolk Island.Island. ������������� ��������������������������������������������� “For those in peril on the Sea” - continued owe them a debt of gratitude just as we do to the six transferring the crew from the yacht to the rescue people who are receiving an award today. boat. On behalf of the Norfolk Island community, I Clearly, the selfless and gallant actions of all of the would like to acknowledge and thank them all. six people here today are deserving of an award. It is also on the community’s behalf – and with I’d like to note that today is not just about great pleasure – that I now commence the formal part acknowledging and applauding their bravery. of today’s proceedings . Today is also about recognising and maintaining I will now formally present the Royal Humane the Norfolk Island community’s long tradition of Society’s Bravery Awards and certificates of service, sacrifice and assisting others in need or commendation by calling each of the recipients in peril. There have been the many selfless acts of forward one at time in alphabetical order. courage and heroism by members of this community After that I will present the Australian Maritime over many, many years – - be it during a rescue at Safety Authority’s certificates of commendation to sea, a cliff rescue, at a traffic accident, or attending the three organisations involved in the rescue. As I a fire or an industrial accident. Not all of these acts mentioned earlier, these certificates recognise the may have been formally recorded or acknowledged. significant contribution that they and all their members I am sure that there have been many silent heroes on have made to search and rescue and to the saving of Norfolk who may have been recognized only by their lives in and around Norfolk Island. friends, family, work colleagues, and those they saved Individual recipients:- or assisted. • Mr. Shannon Adams - Bronze Medal As a community, we must acknowledge their • Sergeant Larry Andrews - Bronze Medal contribution and the contribution that continues to be • Mr. Doug Creek - Bronze Medal made by our emergency services and those who we • Mr. Ritchie Douran - Bronze Medal call upon when in need – such as our police force, our • Mr. Malcolm Douran - Silver Medal ambulance and fire services, the rescue squad – as well • Ms. Delwyn Telfer - Silver Medal as the ordinary men and women from our community The ribbon of the Silver and Bronze Medals is navy who step up to assist when called upon. blue with silver edgings and a gold central strip. Many of those we rely on are volunteers. As I Norfolk Island organisations presented with an have said before, we as a community – perhaps more AMSA certificate of commendation - so than communities elsewhere – rely heavily on our • Norfolk Island Volunteer Rescue Squad volunteers. Our isolation means that there can be quite accepted by Vice President Shannon Adams literally no?one else to immediately turn to when • Norfolk Island Division of St Johns emergencies occur or rescues are required. I note Ambulance Australia for example that the men and women involved in the accepted by Superintendent Bonnie Quintal rescue on 10 May would have known when putting • Norfolk Island Police Force out to sea that, if their boat was swamped or capsized, accepted by Sergeant Larry Andrews) there was no State Emergency Service, police boat or Congratulations to you all and, on behalf of the rescue helicopter that could have quickly come to their community, I thank you. rescue. Yet while we rely on volunteers, the fact remains that is not easy being a volunteer on Norfolk Island. Our volunteers – particularly those in our emergency It’s been a long time We were discussing the awards on the verandah of service organisations – must juggle the demands of Government House and the question was asked ‘when family and work while continuing to train, ensure was the last time that such an award had been made to skills are kept up to date and continuing to be available a resident of Norfolk Island and when did it happen’? on roster or on call. As far as we can ascertain, the late Karl Schmitz Today is therefore also about acknowledging our was the last to receive such an award. He received the emergency service organisations and our volunteers Royal Humane Society’s Medal on 3rd March 1953 and expressing our appreciation for their courage, for for saving Dan Yager from drowning. their selflessness and for their community service. We (continued overleaf)

The Norfolk Islander “Norfolk Island’s Community Newspaper for more than 40 years” is now online for international subscribers. For more information go to www.norfolkislander.com Email newsatislander.nf or telephone 22159 “For those in peril on the Sea” - continued Karl, Dan and the late Don Hickey had gone fishing down the rope ‘under Whickstead’s’ (near Ralph and Enid Weslake’s home) when Don experienced difficulty with the load he was carrying in his haversack. Dan climbed back up the face of the cliff to relieve some of Don’s load and when starting to descend, his hand-hold on the rock face gave way and he fell some We can arrange inspection on the 60 feet into the water. following: He could not throw off the haversack, the weight of which was dragging him under, and when Karl saw $300k + that Dan was in danger of drowing, he jumped in and held him up until he could get rid of the haversack, and VALUE FOR MONEY then helped him to shore. HOUSE CASCADE - All the hard work is done! old island style home fully renovated with quality fixtures and fittings, large double garage, plenty of An outline history of the Royal water storage, established gardens with fruit trees Humane Society – Best offer over $390k The Society was founded in London in 1774 by two doctors, William Hawes and Thomas Cogan. HOUSE AND CAR HIRE BUSINESS– GRASSY ROAD They were concerned at the number of people HOUSE 3 bedroom cottage, separate office, separate wrongly taken for dead - and in some cases, buried workshop palms and fruit trees $360K alive. Both men wanted to promote the new, but controversial, medical technique of resuscitation and HOME AND INCOME- 2 Bedroom House with offered money to anyone rescuing someone from the open plan living, double carport, Lovely Valley Vista, brink of death. High set with one bedroom flat underneath. Fully A handsome reward of 4 guineas was paid to the self Contained. Furniture included $340k rescuer, and 1 guinea to any publican allowing a body to be treated on his premises. 2 Bedroom Home bordering the National Park at A scam soon became widespread among the down- Palm Glen. Featuring Norfolk Pine and Some stone. and-outs of London: one would pretend to be rescued Established Apple orchard and kentia palms. 25 and the other the rescuer - and they would share years Old. 2.096 ha $350k the proceeds. So monetary rewards were gradually replaced by medals and certificates. HOUSE LONGRIDGE – 2 bedroom cottage, A network of ‘receiving houses’ was set up in immaculately maintained, with views to Phillip and around the Westminster area of London where Island, walk in walk out includes vehicle $350k bedraggled bodies, many of them pulled out of London’s waterways, could be taken for treatment by HOME AND BUSINESS Palm propogating business volunteer medical assistants. run by a couple on rural section close to town. Fully Hyde Park was chosen because of the Serpentine set up just waiting for that right couple. 1.010 ha. The where tens of thousands of people swam in the summer and ice-skated in the Winter. To try to keep the number house is two bedroom and two bathroom, 10,000 of drownings to a minimum, the Society employed water and set in peaceful surroundings. House $320k Icemen to be on hand to rescue anyone going through and Business $350k books on application. the ice. The Royal Humane Society of Australasia was SHOP TAYLORS ROAD with 2 bedroom flat at rear, incorporated in 1874 and since then has considered 5,000 gals water, currently let. $300k the nominations of 11,104 people and made 7,638 awards. $400k+ Interesting to note that in an extract from the Society’s HOUSE AND FLAT – SHORTRIDGE – reasonably Annual Report for 2007, only 7 Silver Medals and 27 new with Norfolk Pine featured throughout. Large Bronze Medals were awarded through all of Australia double Garage, 2 Acres of reasonably flat land, in 2006-2007. These include the 2 Silver and 4 Bronze $475k medals to members of our community. This goes to highlight the significance of the Monday’s awards. Why not give us a call?

Jackie on 23767 Mobile 50413 or Les 50414 Email: quintalhomesatnorfolk.net.nf Website www.quintalhomes.nlk.nf L.J. Quintal Real Estate, PO Box 279, Norfolk Island Armistice Day, 2007 The Norfolk Island R.S.L. Sub-Branch advise, in commemoration of Armistice Day, a service will be held at the Cenotaph, Kingston on Sunday, 11th November 2007 at 1050am. The community and visitors are cordially invited to attend. Ex Service personnel attending are requested to form up in front of the Cenotaph by 1040am, and medals should be worn. One minute silence will be observed at 1100am. The R.S.L. Memorial Club advise on Armistice Day, the R.S.L. Clubrooms will be open from 1115am and invite all to join our veteran community for a BBQ lunch for only $12.00 per person.

Good Bye and Thank You We cannot believe that the time has come to say ‘good bye’, but sadly it has. We haven’t been able to see everyone we wanted to as it has been ‘head down and tail up’ from the minute ‘P’ is for Poppy we got back. A poppy is a beautiful red flower that grows all over So this is it. the world. Goodbye all and thank you for all the support you After World War One, many of the battlefields were gave us over the years. covered with poppies. Some soldiers believed these Special thanks to Tina and Rob Nisbet for running poppies were so red because of all the suffering and the ‘store’ for us in our absence and doing so much blood on the battlefield. more. Today the poppy is worn on Remembrance Day, the To Chantelle and Jamie Edward, the new owners 11th of November. At 11 o’clock on that day, everyone of Norfolk Video and Music, we wish you all the best. is asked to be silent for just one minute. The silcence Everything is looking so good and doing well, you do is a chance to remember all those who have died in us proud and we have no qualms in leaving it all in ware. your capable hands. Sherryl and Brian Check. In Flanders Fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row In Memoriam That mark our place, and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Ernie Christian Passed away 9th November 1994 Scarce heard amid the gun below. We are the Dead. Short day ago In loving memory We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, from Marj and all the family. Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe; To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. FOR SALE If ye bread faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow GARAGE SALE In Flanders fields. AT SHEREE AND GRIN’S - Lieutenant Colonel J.M. McCrae look out for balloons on Collins Head Road Killed in action, 1916 opposite the turn-off to Bloody Bridge. Saturday 17th November : 11.00am - 2.00pm. November 10th 2007

Some of our Funding at A SURVEY TO ASSIST ttttttrees a the EPCOT Showcase is through th from the Commonwealth NORFOLK ISLAND COMMUNITY . . . of Australia Envirofund And it is FREE POST NO.1. Norfolk Island a home to Happy Tree Planters and tree keepers from around Surveys are coming in and we are still accepting your the world. Just to name a comments. The survey has been compiled with the few we have trees for Japan, Germany, assistance of the Centre for Integrated Sustainability UK,Hungary, New Zealand and Analysis at the University of Sydney. We would like to Australia thank all of the supporters that have already filled in the surveys and returned them to us. We still have more to collect and collate and we want your help. This weeks survey is on www.norfolkislander.com THANK YOU JOHHNO and JO for your support. The survey will aid the benchmarking of Norfolk Island with regard to social, financial and environmental impacts - the Triple Bottom Line

Triple Bottom Line calculations are accomplished using software developed at the University of Sydney (called BottomLine3). This software is now available by contacting the EcoNorfolk Foundation Inc. The software addresses the environmental aspects and potential impacts of a product throughout its life cycle.

Carbon audits will be something that will be more common in time to come and it’s great to see that the island is LEARNING THE SKILLS on how to determine this by offering their service to larger overseas and local companies. Contact Tina Loader “On Time All The Time” to know how you can be carbon audited. Phn: 50684 or 23684 If you would like to know how you can sponsor a tree at the EPCOT Showcase then call 23086

On all other island territories in the Commonwealth, medical waste is contained, stored and then sent to mainland destruction facilities that are purpose built to destroy medical waste. The territory of Norfolk Island misses out on some of the more progressive Australian Government policies. “Exiled” Bi-Centenary Celebrations Many were direct descendants of that first ‘exodus’ and looked the part in their “I served time on Norfolk Island” convict suits. The re-enactment party, and many interested onlookers who had gathered to witness the proceedings, were informed by a representative (aka Lisle Snell) of Captain John Piper, Commandant from 1804-1810, “between November 1807 and September 1808 over 550 souls, including many who had sailed to the Australian Colonies in the early fleets - were relocated from Norfolk Island to Van Diemen’s Land (Tasmania) to once again start a new life in a strange land”. Captain Piper (aka Max Hobbins) then read the Governor-General’s Orders to those who were leaving. These orders were:- “Every settler who holds a grant of land in his own right may remove from Norfolk Island to Port Dalrymple (near Launceston), or Hobart Town on the Derwent. “Such persons are to deliver their live stock to the Commandant. On producing his certificate the “The lands the above description of settlers may same or an adequate quantity will be replaced at Port vacate at Norfolk Island, upon surrendering them to the Dalrymple or Hobart. Government the parties will become entitled to grants “Such part of the dead stock which comprehends at Port Dalrymple or Hobart Town, in the proportion ploughs, carts, harrows etc. may be put on board the of four acres for every acre that they may have brought ship they embark in, or any quantity of tools they leave under cultivation at Norfolk Island: and of two acres in the possession of the storekeeper will be returned to for every acre of waste lands; be entitled to rations the proprietor, in addition to those he will be allowed, for themselves and each individual in their respective on producing the storekeeper’s receipt to Lieutenant families during the term of 12 months after Governor Paterson or Collins. (continued overleaf) The Norfolk Islander “Norfolk Island’s Community Newspaper for more than 40 years” is now online for international subscribers. For more information go to www.norfolkislander.com Email newsatislander.nf or telephone 22159 ‘Exiled’ - continued their arrival at either of the above places, with the labour of two convicts for that term, and such further assistance as new settlers are accustomed to receive. “As the future and present reduction of the Civil and Military Establishment and the prisoners will do away with a considerable part of the expense incurred on account of the Island, less demand will consequently exist for the settlers overplus grain, but its to be and now Relocation Day (or something similar on 9th understood that the quantities of pork for sailing will November). be received from individuals at the proper time of year, Thanks go to Liz McCoy, Puss Anderson and all provided salt and casks are obtained, which there is those on the island who helped make this inaugural every reason to expect will be furnished from hence, in event such a success. addition to the salt that may be made on the Island.” - Tom. Captain Piper then the names of those who would be sailing on the Lady Nelson and our re-enactors picked up their ‘belongings’ and filed down the waters edge where two locally built boats - the whale boat Rhonda and the other belonging to Franklyn Randall- waited to row them out to the Lady Nelson. History does record that the first group of settlers to be relocated to the Derwent arrived there on 29th November 1807. This must have been a devastating event in the lives INVITATION of these Norfolk Islands and further removals took place on 26th December 1807, 14th February 1808, 15th May 1808. In June 1808 The City of Edinburgh OPEN HOUSE was chartered for what was to be the final transfer. The WHERE: Ball Bay -turn off opposite ship arrived off Norfolk Island in June but did not sail Driver Christian Road (watch for the until 3rd September 1808. signs) This delay was due to the fact that those remaining did not want to go and an extract from the Hobart newspaper of the day gives a moving account as WHEN; SUNDAY 11th November, 2007 to why. “It is known the enforced removal of these TIME; 2PM-4PM –VIEWS! people from their happy Island home and pleasant little homesteads, to commence a new life in a land of VIEWS! VIEWS! DOWN TO BALL BAY convicts and savages, was most displeasing to them; and some of them even ventured to resist or rather On 2 acres of freehold, this lovely evade to Imperial mandate for their expulsion. Of family home has big open plan living these recusants, (some one refusing to comply) who space with beautiful views, a swimming took to the bush for it sooner than be evicted from their pool and great entertaining area. lands, but according to the practices of the good old times they were hunted down by the crew of the boat All the hard work is done! employed to take them off.” Perfect for a family, or retirees, Many of the people who were being removed from this peaceful retreat is a rare find, so Norfolk Island were leaving behind precious memories don’t miss out! and families, many had loved ones who had passed on and were buried here. This was a sad occasion for Yourlye come look orn! these first settlers of Norfolk Island and the departure of the City of Edinburgh saw the population on Norfolk Why not give us a call? Island fall to a mere 255 people. Friday’s re-enactment was in honour of those settlers Jackie on 23767 who were removed from their homes on Norfolk Island Mobile 50413 or Les 50414 and it is pleasing to know that will become an annual Email: quintalhomesatnorfolk.net.nf event - taking its rightful place with Foundation Day Website www.quintalhomes.nlk.nf (6th March), Bounty or Anniversary Day (8th June) L.J. Quintal Real Estate, PO Box 279, Norfolk Island Accredited training in asbestos Wheatley said. “A further aim of the training is to provide greater public safety for persons working or removal living around areas where asbestos is being removed, The Chief Executive Officer of the Administration transported or prepared for disposal”. of Norfolk Island has announced that a trainer from Cost of registration for members of the public South Western Sydney Institute of TAFE will visit the is $20.00, which will be refunded at the end of the island to conduct training on asbestos removal on 6th course to all participants who successfully complete and 7th December 2007. the training. Anyone interested in registering to attend Some of the training will be specifically for should contact the Human Resources section of the Administration workers and as a service to the Administration, on 22001 or by email to HR@admin. community, one of the three courses will be open to gov.nf interested community members whose occupations Rhonda Wheatley may involve dealing with asbestos eg. builders and Chief Executive Officer trades people. 9th November 2007 Topics in the course on Bonded Asbestos Removal include: • Legislation overview and code of practice • Health Hazards and medical checks • Safe working procedures • Selection and use of personal protective ����������� equipment The course will take four hours and on successful ����������������� completion participants will be eligible for a WorkCover �������� licence. It will be held at the conference room, behind reception, at Governor’s Lodge commencing at 1:00pm �������� Friday 7 December 2007. “Given the health implications of working with and ������������������� around asbestos, as well as the many areas asbestos is likely to be found on Norfolk, I believe it would ���������������������������������������� be beneficial for persons working in the construction/ �������������������� demolition sector to receive this training”, Mrs

INBOUND PASSENGER STATISTICS - OCTOBER 2007 Place of Residence 2007 2006 2005 Market % 2007 2006 2005 New South Wales 1353 1002 1035 New South Wales 40.53% 31.64% 36.00% Victoria 376 283 318 Victoria 11.26% 8.94% 11.06% Queensland 797 853 716 Queensland 23.88% 26.93% 24.97% South Australia 112 89 83 South Australia 3.36% 2.81% 2.89% Western Australia 77 79 33 Western Australia 2.31% 2.49% 1.15% Tasmania 25 28 24 Tasmania 0.75% 0.88% 0.83% New Zealand 568 688 631 New Zealand 17.02% 21.72% 21.95% Pacifi c 30 21 33 Pacifi c 0.89% 0.67% 1.15% Other 0 124 0 Other 0.00% 3.92% 0.00% Monthly Total 3338 3167 2875 Total 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% Financial YTD 11538 11545 9050 Visitor Days 23,313 22,126 20,727 ALL PASSENGERS EMBARKATION: PUBLIC PRIVATE TOURIST LOCAL TOTAL CRAFTS SYDNEY 1045 72 1117 229 1346 15 BRISBANE 901 72 973 226 1199 12 MELBOURNE 148 10 158 21 179 2 NEWCASTLE 418 17 435 43 478 5 AUCKLAND 613 42 655 91 746 8 CHRISTCHURCH 0 0 0 0 0 0 LORD HOWE 0 0 0 0 0 0 SHIPS/YACHTS 0 0 0 0 0 0 OTH CHARTER 0 4 4 0 0 0 COM CHARTER 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL: 3125 213 3338 610 3948 42 ‘Summerfest’ For those readers who don’t know what Summerfest is about we thought it was a good idea to provide a small column giving a rundown on the day. The Norfolk Island “Summerfest” is the idea and The Boy’z brainchild of Dayne O’Hara, Gaby Buffett, and Jaimi Quintal, all Year 11 students at the Norfolk Island Central School, who have formed a new company called Are Back In “NYSEC” (Norfolk Young Sullens Events Co.)These three students are studying Travel and Tourism Events Town! Management at NICS and have seen the opportunity to stage this event to encourage families to travel to Norfolk Island and enjoy summer at its best and mix with the Local families. The group has decided to “Reinvent the Ladies Special Beach Carnival” and mentors Les Quintal and Jackie Pye of Norfolk Link have been assisting them in putting this event together. Champagne The date of the festival is set for January 20, 2008 and the idea of the festival is to get as many interested clubs and associations on the island to work together to & Strawberries make the weekend a summerfest to encourage locals and visitors to visit the Kingston area. It is envisioned that it $4.00 Per Glass. will become an annual event, and any monies raised will be reinvested into making next year’s event bigger and better. When the students finish school the event will be handed onto the following years Tourism students and so it will continue on. FRIDAY 16th Nov Already the group have received positive responses from The NI Fishing Club to hold a fishing comp, NI Athletics - 8pm , The NI Golf Club (Fun Golf Day) NICommunity Arts (Wearable Arts and Mr. And Miss Norfolk Comp), Pony Club for Pony Rides and sponsors such as Sue and Tracy from Cyclorama for a Sand Modelling Comp., Land and Sea for a Casting Comp and we are inviting stall holders “4 ALIVE” to conduct the Sunday Markets, NI Boardriders to hold a comp, Nippers and more. NI Rotary has agreed to provide a Brunch at the Beach and expressions of interest will be Norfolk’s Best Artist’s Live posted for sale of food and drinks under the pines. In fact the potential is unlimited! If you have a good idea you On Stage! would like to share, give one of these young people a call – they would love to hear from you. If you’re interested in taking part in the Summerfest, Come And Dance The Night as a volunteer, stall holder, or running one of the events to help out: Sand Modelling • Body Building Acitivies • Away At Norfolk’s Premier Club. Nippers • Swimming Races • Face Painting • Pie eating Contest • Treasure Hunt •Lolly Scramble – Point Hunter HAPPY HOUR EACH AND Call, Dayne,(50338) Gaby (24258) or Jaimi (22375) – who would love to hear from you. EVERY DAY 5-6pm. The day will wind up with a presentation, live music and dancing. So keep the day free, bring a picnic/ bbq if you like and join in the fun of the carnival atmosphere. Tourism is our lifeblood so let’s encourage our young Norfolk Island people as much as we can towards Norfolk’s future. Thank you, Jackie and Les Leagues Club

FOR SALE OWNER SAYS SELL The “Healthy Habit” Setting the mark! Baked Potato, Crepe and Health food takeaway is now drastically reduced for a quick sale. Best Offer! Easily Managed by one full time person and one part time person. Contact Les 50414 or Jackie 50413 or 23767 PHONE 22440 Charles Rosenthall gave a speech of welcome to which Squadron Leader Magill responded. After that her husband was on the island about 300 times during the duration of the war. He was very busy ferrying new planes from Hawaii through this way to New Zealand and flying prisoners of war out of Changi. During his war years he logged some 37,000 flying hours. In civilian life her husband was a Civil Engineer and while their 4 children were still at school, he got his Pilot’s Licence for the second time and when he could afford it, flew until he was 65. He took great delight in flying over New Zealand’s rivers and dams. This is Betty’s fourth visit to the Island but the first for her daughters. It has been quite overwhelming for them. When they have spoken to the local people it has ‘blown them away’ to realise just how important this occasion was. There were many other interesting facts that came out of the interview but due to time constraints we have to finish at this point. Our picture shows Mrs. Betty Keller (seated and holding a model kit of a Hudson bomber) together with ‘Liz, Chris, Ruth and Foxy.

Her husband introduced Norfolk to the world of aviation Two of the most historical and life-changing 6 Weeks To Go! events that have happened to our little island were Don’t be caught our searching at the construction of the aerodrome and the landing, on December 25th 1942, of a New Zealand Hudson the last minute! bomber which opened the island up to air traffic. Imagine my surprise when late on Friday afternoon Our Christmas stock has arrived. I received a ‘phone call from Ruth McCoy to tell me We have lots if inexpensive that she and her Aeronautical Historian husband Foxy, were having afternoon tea with the wife of the of the stocking fillers and novelty gifts pilot of that Hudson bomber, and her two daughters. A quick dash out to Allendale Drive and there I had for all ages - be in quick before it the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Betty Keller, the widow of Flt. Lieutenant Geoff Keller and her twin daughters disappears off the shelf. Mrs. Liz. Keller-Isles and Mrs. Chris. Keller-Smith. Betty told us that it had been quite a thrill for her husband. Three planes came over from Whenuapai. The For kids check out the hottest first two dropped their Christmas loads by parachute but the packages broke open on impact with the result craze sweeping the world that there were Christmas puddings and fresh green peas scattered all over the aerodrome. WEBKINZ Her husband had Squadron Leader Magill(?), the Every kid will want one and orders O.C. of 40 Squadron on board, a crew of four, 7 bags of mail plus more Christmas dinners. are being taken now for Christmas! Flt Lt. Keller said “I am going down to have a look at the tarmac” and he landed in a cloud of dust. He Let us solve all your gift problems commented to me after the trip that it was the most wonderful, wonderful day. Getting out of the plane at - all 6 foot 3 inches - and meeting these two little whipper snippers (pointing to Ruth and Foxy), all Classic Collectables the other island residents, plus a man on a horse who had come to see the plane. “The man on the horse has Ph: 23639 - always intrigued me” Betty said. Open 7 Days a week. Her husband and the crew were guests at Government House for Christmas dinner. The Administrator Sir success. It was nice to see so many academic and citizenship awards presented and the class presentation about racial tolerance was very entertaining. Thank you Mrs Pedel and 1/2P.

Two of our highlights of the week were our visit to Banyan Park Pre-School on Wednesday immediately followed by our K-6 Assembly. Although both were held at almost the same time, I was fortunate enough to be there for both. Thank you to Wendy Morris and her excellent staff at Banyan Park for hosting Mrs Mackie, Ms Delaney and I, and thank you to the students and parents for making us feel so welcome. Thank you also to Sue Buffett for making herself available to assist parents with school uniform. Congratulations also to Mrs Mackie and Ms Delaney for the excellent hints and tips that they provided parents and caregivers. Regarding Kindergarten 2008, Orientation Days are as follows: To top off a wonderful assembly, it was a pleasure - Session 1 will be held on Monday 3 December to give Principal’s Award to Ivy Carr. Ivy received her - Section 2 will be held on Tuesday 4 December award for always being considerate towards others - Section 3 will be held on Wednesday 5 and for having a positive attitude. These are excellent December qualities which help us to be successful in life so - Sessions run between 11am and 12noon. congratulations Ivy. All children enrolled in Banyan Park will be Congratulations to Mrs Hawkins and her SRC attending the Kindergarten Orientation Days. If your students for raising $288.15 during their Mufti Day on child does not attend Banyan Park but will be starting Thursday. Mrs Hawkins and her students conducted a Kindergarten in 2008, please contact the school front “black and white” Mufti Day in support of the Norfolk office on phone 23000 for your child to attend the Island St Johns Ambulance and I was very impressed sessions. with the generosity of our students and staff, and with the way that students entered into the spirit of the occasion. The NICS choir will be attending the Remembrance Day Service on Sunday 11 November. Please meet Ms Delaney and Mrs South at 10am at the Cenotaph at Kingston. Students have been asked to wear full school uniform. Thank you to all the students who are taking part. Thank you once again to George Smith who has helped to record the piano accompaniment. All the very best to our Year 10 students who sit for their School Certificate Examinations next week. Our students have been advised about proper procedures and how to achieve the best possible results. I hope that all students spend this weekend busily making final preparations for these very important exams. Thanks to Mrs Pedel and her 1/2P class, our K- Thanks, 6 Assembly on Wednesday was also a tremendous Frank Stanton

CREATIVE Next session Tuesday, 13th November Memory Keeping at Its Best 7.00pm. Contact your local agent Jo Snell for all your Creative Memory Scrapbooking needs. Regular sessions and workshops. Themed workshop once a month. Brochures and Creative Memories Gift Certificates available. Enquires to Jo on 22159 (b/h), 23615 (a.h), 50947 (mobile) “It Takes Two” Competition a major success. The first of the IT2 Fundraising event took place last night at the RSL Club and if you weren’t there, you may get the feeling that you missed something special. As RSL Manager Terrance Grube stated, “I nawa seen so many sullen here!” (But don’t worry – you can get to the next one). The evening began with a fantastic video which introduced all of the contestants and compares to the eager audience. The video was projected onto a huge screen and acknowledged those who had been nominated then draw out of a hat to perform. The crowd was then welcomed by stunning IT2 organisers Karen Thompson and Tamson Mayo and also to the “Green Room” interview extraordinaire Nikki Kennedy. Tech wizard Mick Donohoe did a fantastic job at setting up a live video link from the main room to the performer’s room which allowed interviews with performers post performance. Judges Brent Adams (firm but fair), Tanya Delaney (the nice one) and Kim Friend (‘Grey’ Symmons) were also introduced and as the night unfolded provided feedback ranging from encouraging (that would be Tania) to constructive (that would be Brent) to what could only be described as expected, from Frenzy. Couple one was Brandt McRitchie (the super sub) and Leanne Schmitz who belted out some Billy Joel. The crowd thought they were terrific, but the judges accused Leanne of bribery after it was discovered that the Chicken Shop had half price chooks for votes. This team looked like they enjoyed the song and provided the ideal start to the night to the packed club. Eddie Miratana and George Douran were next up with “under the board walk.” Eddie was as smooth as ever and George definitely looked a million dollars. They sang very well and with the exception of a few timing bumps, did themselves proud. Trina Shepherd and Matt Bigg showed terrific stage presence and did a great job. Matt was complimented for his dancing from the Judge Friend. Matt then returned the compliment during the Green Room past score interview, much to the crowds delight. Chris Hawkins and Shorty Kiernan almost actually made Jimbo sing in key. Gail and Jimbo were changed the song to “Stuck in the middle with Flu” very entertaining and even drew some praise from the however a can of Green and Shorty was back on track. grumpy judge. They say that even Snowy turned up The pair did a terrific job and despite being compared to to see it! the Rocky Horror Show scored well with the judges. Shane McCoy and Maree Mackie were the Alison Ryves and Bugs pulled out all stops with penultimate pair and rocked us all with some country. their rendition of Suspicious Minds. Bugs was accused Maree showed us all what she doesn’t do in front of of acting blind but at the end of the day did a fantastic her Kindergarten class and even made Shane Blush. job in harmonising with Alison’s well seasoned voice. The couple did a great job. Gail Nola and Jimbo Tavener………Jimbo, Jimbo, The last pair of Rubz and Christina McRitchie Jimbo. The “Green room” generally provided a safe provided an example of how to know your song, forget haven from the masses and the scorn of Kim Friend the lines, but use perfect adlibbing to get through. and was a buzz with many words of encouragement – Their rendition of “Thousand Miles” was the perfect except for Jimbo who whilst warming up was accused end to the night and was awarded near perfect scores. by his competitors of looking like a leprecorn, a So after round one, the scores are as follows. (Scores yodeller and a Oomph a Lompah. The RSL had kindly are out of 30) provided some Dutch courage for the superstars, which (continued overleaf) “It Takes Two” - continued

1st – Reubz and Christina – 26 2nd – Alison and Bugs – 23 .... time for Brunch? 3rd – Gail and Jimbo – 20 Equal 4th – Shane and Maree / Chris and Shorty - 19 6th – Brandt and Leanne - 17 7th – Trina and Matt - 16 Try these 8th – Eddie and George – 13 So what happens now? 1. You can vote for your favourite performers at temptations... Foodlands by simply putting your money in the corresponding tin. Create your own 2. All votes will be counted on November 23rd. 3. At the semi final event on November 24th, all pairs Plain of Toasted will sing again but at the end of the night, the four pairs with the lowest votes from tonight’s show Sandwich, Pannini or will be eliminated. 4. The remaining four pairs will go into the final show Focaccia on December 7th. Choose 4 ingredients from Ham, Chicken, So now it’s time to vote. Look out for the voting Turkey, Sun dried tomato, egg, lettuce, tins in Foodlands and place your vote simply by putting cheese, onion, salami, asparagus, Tasmanian your money ($1 counts as a vote) into the tin of your salmon, capsicum, avocado or mushroom favourite performer/s. Remember this is a fundraising event. All funds raised will support eight local community organisations Tasmanian Salmon or – NI Youth Netball, VRA, St. Johns, Letl sullen parents group, White Oaks, Banyan Park, Quota Club and Smoked Chicken Stack Community Arts. A pancake base layered with char grilled The following people and organisations deserve mushroom and salad to compliment the thanks for their support of IT2. Karen Thompson and Tasmsen Mayo, Andre and Kim Nobbs, The Salmon or Chicken RSL Club and staff, Terrance Grube, Kim Davies, Mick Donohoe, Nikki Kennedy, the fabulous judges More mouth watering brunch options mentioned above, Brett Thompson, Chris Ciantar, available Christina McRitchie, and the volunteers on the night – Derms, Leanne Buffett, Delwyn Telfer, Suzy Bigg, The ladies from Quota Club and Wendy Morrice. If How about Lunch? we forgot to mention you we sincerely apologise. To the people who supported event one– thank you. Door takings alone amount to $1750! Governor’s Club Sandwich To the IT2 initiators – well done yorlye. You A comprehensive combination served with certainly got it off the ground! Finally to the performers salad and French fries – you are amazing. To stand up in front of so many of your peers and sing is incredibly daunting for most of us. If it wasn’t for you, this event would never work. Satay Prawn Skewers Keep your eyes and ears open for lots of exciting with Tomato Relish build up to the semi final on November 24th. And remember - get those votes in! For those of you out there that missed the night and for those who were there a reminder of the competition Gourmet Hamburger that was launched on the night. What you need to do: 1 – Sing a song in a public place while holding a sign saying “ I should be on IT2”, and video it. 2 - Get it to one of the two organisers (Karen or Tam) by Tuesday the 4th of December for the Grand final on the 8th. Short listed videos will be shown on the night and you can win great prizes. The ultimate winner gains automatic entry into IT2 2008. Happy Singing IT2 Committee Café Banyan Park Playcentre News What a fantastic community we have here. A Huge Thankyou to everyone who supported our Halloween Bazaar. A very special mention and Thanks to George at Norfolk Radio and Jonno at the Islander as well as Sharyn Leighton who fielded calls and organized spaces, we will miss you at the next one. It was a fantastic night, we had a great turn out of stalls, selling garage sale items and some Brand new items, Many of us got plenty of Bargains throughout the night(some stalls had freebies and never ending boxes of good stuff. There was a very sweet raffle that Tania Delaney didnt stop writing tickets out for all afternoon until we drew it at the end of the Bazaar. The children turned out in droves to show us all their fun and freaky halloween costumes up on the stage, and each child was rewarded with a treat. The Sausages were Yummy and cooked to perfection by Martin Snell and Team.

To prepare, We are having a HUGE spring clean at the playcentre On Saturday the 17th of November from 3pm, Please come along for an hour or three and bring your own cleaning supplies and help make it We as stall holders had fun too, and started planning Sparkle, Remember many hands make light work. what we could do and sell for next year, we hope While we are waiting for the stamps to be launched, everyone felt like they had a huge clean out, ready for Why not get you Christmas cards from us, We have 4 Christmas presents to arrive. fantastic designs(if I may say so myself) available from If you are interested in joining in all the fun for Banyan park playcentre, we will have to take orders next year too, we value your feedback, contact us on soon as we have had a fantastic response and they are [email protected] selling out fast, go along and have a look at the display. Our next big Event on the calendar is the Launch of You can buy them in packs of 8 or individually. Banyan Park Playcentre’s 30th anniversary stamps on Take care and have a fantastic week. the 27th of November. Banyan park is a not for profit organization, We have a Party planned for the wives and mothers educating the next generation of young norfolk club/Banyan park to celebrate reaching this important Islanders milestone.

After the singing of the first hymn “ Nearer My God to Thee” Dr. John said that the words of the hymn are encouragement for us. It is a costly Cross spoken of in the first verse that raises Toni and us. And the words of the last verse express great joy, the outcome of of that commitment to be Nearer My God to Thee. The first Eulogy was given by Mrs. Gwen Fletcher, AM, who told us of the life and times of Toni. “I am grateful” she said “to have the opportunity to speak of my long friendship with Toni and also speak on behalf of his many friends who could not be here today. . It is now over 40 years since my husband and I moved into the house in Coorabin Road, Northbridge which was next door to Toni and Wendy and their little girl Mandy. We soon realised that we had a lot in Vale common and that we had found the best neighbours in the whole world.” Anthony William (Toni) Redstone She went on to describe how Toni was never happier 8th October 1929 - 4th November 2007 than when he was working in the garden creating things. “We shared so many things - our mutual stairs He was rightly described “as one of Norfolk’s truly to the water front, the boat shed, a gondola Toni had long time characters who generously supported the sent out from Italy, a little powered runabout, the community of Norfolk Island” in one of the eulogies swimming pool which had a depth that was just right given at the service to celebrate the life of Anthony for Mandy who loved swimming, our pets (our dog William (Toni) Redstone which was held in All and their cats). Saint’s Church, Kingston on Thursday afternoon, 8th Christmas was always a big time, and although November 2007. Mandy was an only child, she had an extended family All Saints was a picture of colour with the with our grandchildren and that relationship extends magnificent wreaths and Toni’s daughter, Mandy to today. Mandy, Doug, Nicole and William continue Chilvers, together with her husband Doug and their to share in our family events and in particular our children Nicole and William, his sister Jacqueline extended family Christmas party. Kerswell, nephew Michael Redstone, his niece Dawn Toni was a pioneer in the wool industry and operated Matthews and her husband Graham, and family friends one of the few sole trading wool buying companies Gwen Fletcher, Jeanette Haviland, Robyn Butler and in Australia. He was very philosophical during some Natasha Aqvaro from Sydney were there with all the very stressful times when the Aussie Dollar moved in local residents who had gathered to pay their last all different directions. respects. He was tremendously successful in his business, Dr. John Duke conducted the service and said that but how hard he worked and all the overseas travel we had come together to celebrate the life of Anthony must have been very tiring. However, I think it was his William Redstone, affectionally known as Toni, who happy home life that kept him going. He always knew died last Sunday 4th November. We will recall his life that Wendy was doing a wonderful job at home with and remember things God has revealed to us which Mandy whilst he was away. He was always generous relate to all life. to his staff. They thought the world of him and he He went on to say that he would like to thank was highly thought of by his colleagues throughout the Toni’s family for the invitation to take this service and wool trade. expressed his thanks to our Chaplain, Captain Rod Toni’s father, William Redstone, was educated Oldfield for his firm support. in Paris and obtained a Doctorate of Music and “We here” Dr. John said, “are only a small fraction Engineering and became a famous musician and of those who have been touched by his life but we have symphony orchestra conductor. Toni’s mother, Florence the privilege to be here in this church to remember a Redstone, was a leading ballerina in London at Covent friend whom we will greatly miss. Garden and was the understudy to Madam Pavlova. “This is a time of saying farewell and whenever one They met in Europe when she was performing in the does that, we want to remember the good things that Ballet and he was the conductor. In Australia he was bind us together. Head Musical Director of the ABC. “So our prayers, sympathy and love go out to you His sister, Jackie, who is here today has happy Helen - to Toni’s daughter Mandy, her husband Doug memories of Toni and her enjoying the company of and their children Nicole and William; Toni’s sister Ruby Matthews’ lovely two boys. Toni grew up with Jacqueline sharing in this service today, his nephew Bill and Jackie grew up with John. In the Summer Michael and niece Dawn and other family friends. they all went swimming at Camp Cove Beach. Toni “We all feel a deep loss today and I know that and Bill made a tin canoe, but they certainly were not Mildred (Bataille), Marj (Christian), Ruby (Matthews) qualified as shipwrights, as it did not float too well and and Gregg (Quintal) are especially sad today. We feel they would come home drenched. with you because we feel the same”. (continued overleaf) Vale - continued Greg Quintal Senior can recall the days of Toni Toni inherited from his father a wonderful ear for visiting Aunt Ginnie and Pa Les and their very close sound which enabled him to very easily speak other association. Both Greg and John have mentioned languages - Italian, French and even Japanese. This of Toni, the city boy, and his attempt to master ‘Smokey’ course was very valuable in his work both in Australia the horse. Toni was also very close with Aunt Em and overseas. Toni could have been on the stage he and stayed with her many times. Mildred Bataille was so talented when telling his wonderful stories. mentioned to me that she could always remember Toni Toni and Wendy were wonderful hosts. Wendy the getting telegrams all the time when visiting Norfolk. wonderful cook and ‘hostess with the mostest’ and Toni As I mentioned before Toni retired in 1999 and the perfect host and entertainer. There was always fun returned to Norfolk Island. He moved back into his and laughter. Life was never dull with Toni around. house and was never without friends to keep him Everyone loved him and respected him. company. He did a couple of trips back and forth He loved sailing and progressed from the ‘tinnie’ from everywhere and it was just a short time later that to a Thunderbird yacht and in fact one year he won he asked Helen Price to join him on activities which the world Thunderbird championship in San Diego. A included travelling and catching up with old colleagues replica of the trophy and his photograph are displayed and friends. with pride at Middle Harbour Yacht Club in Sydney. Helen had been known within the Redstone family He is well remembered by the fact that as he sailed particularly by Doug and Mandy and Toni enjoyed his boat down the bay on his way to the Spit Bridge, Helen’s company and she was a great host in everything he always whistled and called out greetings. He just they did together. Many people here can appreciate exuded goodwill and cheer. the fun and games that was had at the Ah Styk Tennis Toni and Wendy were very hospitable and very Club. frequently entertaining guests from many parts of the Toni enjoyed his plants and had lots of success in world. They delighted in having as guests their friends growing his orchard and vegetable patch. Both Toni from Norfolk (including many of you here today), and Helen loved the garden - Toni and his desire to friends from all over Australia, clients from Italy, have vegetables and fruit - Helen with her flowers and France and Belgium and many other countries with attractive arrangements around the house. They were whom Toni made life-long friends. truly matched with Mother Nature. He was very generous and always ready to help Toni has been recognised for his philanthropic people, often in a very practical way. Toni as never too gestures. In the last two years he has been awarded busy to drop what he was doing and go to someone’s an Australia Day Medallion and then an Order of help. Australia Medal for his many philanthropic gestures. Toni is a man who will long be remembered by his He made significant donations and contributions friends and all who came in contact with him. His that are not only remarkable, but highlight his humour, his generosity, his kindness, his sense of endeavouring love for Norfolk Island, the people of fun, his thoughtfulness and his loyalty to family and Norfolk Island, and of course the children. friends, will always be remembered by us all. These philanthropic actions by Mr. A.W. (Toni) I have lost a very dear friend and will miss him.” Redstone OAM are certainly commendable and not in The Bible reading from Ecclesiastes, chapter 3, isolation with just Norfolk Island. verses 1-10 - “There is a time for everything, and a The Mater Hospital of Brisbane benefited from season for every activity under heaven” was read his generosity through a donation which is aimed by Toni’s sister Jacqueline Kerswell and as Dr. John at providing intervention services for children with reminded us, it was a reminder of events that are autism. These services are vital as they provide these destined to occur in all our lives children with the best chance of entering mainstream Terrence Grube then delivered the second Eulogy education and eventually achieving independence. The and said, after his Norfolk Island “wuttaweih orl building now proudly displays his name in recognition yorlye” welcome “that he would like to talk on behalf of his support. of Toni’s friends and associates in Norfolk Island and Toni gave similar assistance to the Norfolk Island bring to the fore how Toni came to love this special Banyan Park Playcentre where autism syndromes such place called Norfolk Island. as speech and language, learning and developmental He first came to Norfolk at age 17 and well, he said difficulties, and behavioural difficulties may be dealt “this story commenced right there and then!” with in a very different and sustainable teaching Toni basically grew up with the Pearson family environment. who lived just three doors away. Aunty Ruby has Toni understood the difficulty of attracting Dentists many good stories to tell about the boys growing up to Norfolk Island for this essential community service together in Sydney. and made a substantial donation to the community Toni travelled back and forth to Norfolk Island for with the construction and modernised fit-out of the Ah 53 years before settling here in 1999. About 50 years Styk Dental Clinic. ago, Toni purchased the land at Selwyn Pine Road and He was a Life Member of the Norfolk Island RSL built the first home on that land in 1977. He called it Club and made a significant contribution to the Sub- ‘Ah Styk’. The very first family friend from Australia Branch so that the unbelievable military history of to live in the new home was Robin Buckland and she Norfolk Islanders will never be forgotten. is here today to farewell Toni. In the years whilst visiting Norfolk Island, Toni (continued overleaf) became life-long friends with many Norfolk people. Vale - continued In faith and trust we leave him in your keeping In the recent past, Toni gave a donation to the through Jesus Christ your Son, our Lord, who died and Administration of Norfolk Island to purchase high rose again to save us and now lives and reigns with technology drug screening equipment and training you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever. Amen”. for Norfolk Island Customs Service border control “Almighty God, Father of all mercies and giver of responsibilities. all comfort, we ask that you will be with us all who are Despite the fast paced business life, the business very sorrowful at this time because of Toni’s death. successes, the family memories, the bonding and Help us to claim this afternoon the comfort you companionships etc, it was not ever perceived how offer us in the consolation of your love; through Jesus something could be so debilitating as motor neurone Christ our Lord. Amen” sickness. He and I talked just over a week ago and The Lord’s Prayer and the singing of that great we talked about everything and his concerns about Norfolk Island favourite hymn - “I come to the Garden having to finally rely on long-term hospitalisation. alone” brought the Church service to a close. Toni mentioned that had it not been for Helen and her With rain clouds threatening, the service at the caring, he would have been in long term hospital care graveside was a short one, with Kik Quintal leading a long time ago. He said that he would just love to say the singing of “Gethsemane” and “Pitcairn Anthem”. ‘thank you’ to everyone who had cared for and helped Many of those present then joined Toni’s family and him over the years. friends at the Lions Clubhouse for light refreshments. To Toni’s Norfolk family and his Sydney family I extend to you a sincere statement that Norfolk Island has lost one of its’ truly long time characters who was friends with many old Norfolk Islanders and those Thank You “Mandy Chilvers (Redstone) and her family and of the present generation, and one who generously friends would like to thank the community of Norfolk supported the community of Norfolk Island. Rest in Island for all their wonderful help for her father’s peace Brud.” funeral. Nicole, Toni’s grand daughter then shared with Having never attended a Norfolk Island funeral us some of her memories. She was supported by her before, we were overwhelmed by the loving help brother William. and generosity which we received. We’d particularly She told how her grandfather had given the name like to mention our Norfolk Island ‘family’ - Mildred Mrs. Buddy Buddy to his greatest friends and how Bataille, Greg Quintal, Aunty Ruby (Matthews), John natural is was for her to call him “Buddy”. She spoke Pearson and those who have come up and wished us of the fun they had had together when she was lucky well over the last few days. enough to have a ‘sleep-over at Northbridge. “Gran Helen and Mandy would also like to thank - the always cooked my favourite dinner and Buddy would Doctors and wonderful staff at the Hospital who cared read me a bedtime story - you just had to wake him up for Toni so lovingly; the Administration staff; the grave so he could finish it!” diggers; the wreath makers and all who supplied the Norfolk holidays were always great fun - riding on lovely flowers; the Police and hearse driver; Dr. John the back of Richard’s truck with Emma and Sarah; and Mary Duke; the Pall bearers; the members of the receiving a parcel of ‘Minties’ from Jean Mitchell; Guard of Honour; the Sexton; all who have provided going out at the crack of dawn with Buddy to visit so generously with food and refreshments; the Norfolk everyone from one end of the island and “receive lots Island Lions Club and all who took Toni to their hearts of fruit and vegetables and then sharing them with since he returned to the Island”. another set of friends”; horse riding was great fun “and my brother William went this year and sampled his first ‘billy tea and damper’ and is now hooked”; “toast isn’t the same without guava jelly from Aunty Gordie FOR SALE which I am never willing to share with my family and I have already put in an order for a cocoanut pie.” HUGE AMOUNT OF CLOTHES “There are so many of these memories” Nicole said NOTHING OVER $10! “and for that I am eternally grateful”. Girls Clothes from 14 years and up William requested from a couple of other Mrs. Sizes 10 - 14. Buddy Buddys whether he could please have a game Tops, Skirts, Shorts, Dresses, Pants. of tennis this Saturday and then maybe a burn in his Some clothes have never been worn. Brands include favourite red sports car! - Ice, Supre, Cotton On, Billabong, Valley Girl, Jay Dr. John then led us in prayers -”Loving Father we Jay’s and many more. thank you you have given us life and offer us new life Need to try and sell as much as possible - clothes will in Christ Jesus, your Son. be on sale from Saturday afternoon at the O’Connors We thank you for Toni’s life and all that he has from 2pm. Drive was before Sea View Apartments, if meant to us. unsure where to go call 22667. DISPLAY AND CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Please supply your BY MAIL BY FAX BY EMAIL name, day and [email protected] evening telephone The Norfolk Islander (Int +6723) 22948 number. P.O. Box 248, Norfolk Island Judy’s Fun Holiday Yes! We are back again! We arrived on Sunday 4th November for an eight day holiday. This is the 15th time I have brought groups to Norfolk Island. For some it is their first trip, others it is their second and third, or more. This time the group is from the greater Auckland area. Some have come through Arthritis Support Groups in New Zealand or are just friends who have been before. In the group we have Judy Painton (Camp mother), Ray and Thelma Nixon, Joan and Ray Baker, Cliff and Kath Bidwell, Ron and Joan Cavaney, Harry and Celia Harris, Colleen Drury and her mum Avis Sheehan. Highlights so far have been the Pitcairners 1856 show and dinner. The progressive dinner where we were welcomed in to the homes and families was great and the food was excellent. Eleven of us did the breakfast bush walk (not too hard for the oldies) and there is always a helping hand. What a breakfast - no need for lunch! Wonderland by Night was enjoyed by every one. What a credit to Archie and his poems were very enjoyable and funny. We are now looking forward to the Gardener’s Tour Delight, Christian’s Glass Bottom Boat, Sunset Cliff A trip down Memory Lane Guests at “Cumberland Holiday Apartments” this top Tahitian Culture Show and Dinner and of course week are two sisters - Mrs. Margaret Williams and Night as a Convict on Saturday night! Mrs. Pauline Sparrow - who has young teenagers We still have lots to see and buy before we say visited Norfolk Island with their parents 52 years ago. farewell to this beautiful island! I had the pleasure of speaking with Margaret and A big thank you to Denise and Lydia from Hibiscus Pauline this week and they told me that this trip was Aloha for looking after our interests and helping their first overseas holiday and they stayed at the in every way. This was very much appreciate. Our “Paradise Hotel” at Kingston. group will go home with very happy memories of “There were always lots of cows in our way as we this beautiful island and the people who make it so walked across the Golf course to Emily Bay and we special. were always scared of them - as was our mother! I will see you all next year with another group of After a lapse of so many years they have noticed the visitors. changes that have taken place on the Island - all the Judy Painton cars, the new shops and the sealed roads. “It is a pity Tour Leader. that we have not returned earlier” Pauline said “it has been well worth while coming back as it has been like a trip down memory lane”. DISPLAY AND CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Please supply your BY MAIL BY FAX BY EMAIL name, day and [email protected] evening telephone The Norfolk Islander (Int +6723) 22948 number. P.O. Box 248, Norfolk Island Letters to the Editor CROSSWORD 1 2 3 4 5 6 ACROSS

Dear Sir, 1. Blood feud 7 8 9 10 If Peter Clarke is so worried about cigarette 5. Without hearing advertising, maybe he should remove the photo 7. Mantelpiece 11 12 13 14 of himself smoking in his Hell in Paradise books 8. US waterfall circulating the world. 11. White 15 16 pointer e.g. Yours etc. 17 18 14. Peril Ernie Christian 16. Large books 19 20 17. African river 18. Placard 21 22 19. Arm joint 23 24 Dear Sir 21. African I am writing to express my appreciation to all the country 25 26 27 28 staff and management of Pinetree Tours for their 22. Sailing boat 25. Renal organs hospitality and professionalism during our recent 27. Old gold 29 30 holiday on Norfolk Island. coin The staff made the traveller feel at ease and made 29. Way out 10. Heartache Solution to the hours ‘fun’. A very special thank you to Rhonda, 30. Dark-haired girl 12. Amsterdam last week’s location Crossword one of the tour drivers who made the trips so much DOWN 13. Cuddly marsupial fun. 1. Flower container S W I T C H B O A R D D 14. Lure I M H E C E R My father and I will have no hesitation in 2. Formerly named 15. Undo (seat belt) D U B A I A T A B O O 3. A vigorous L U C L U B S I O recommending Norfolk Island and Pinetree Tours to 19. Boundary E W E S O O S T O P attempt 20. Caretaker E C A B I N E T C any traveller interested in a very enjoyable, relaxing 4. Canned fish V I S A S N A R C H holiday. 5. Pooch 23. Russian emperor G R E T R E A T U 24. Eye infection C H E F E T E A R S Kindest regards. 6. Aromatic Y A C R A S S L T 9. Exclamation of 26. Lunatic C A R G O C H A P P Y Jenny Eggins and Brian Quain. L L M H I H L grief 28. Baby’s bed E S H A K E S P E A R E ������������������� Call in and view the largest range of Diamond Jewellery and unset diamonds on Norfolk Island.

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connections. However, if a subdivision requires a ��� ���� new road reserve (as was the case in Mr Fitzpatrick’s ���� ��� ����������������� application) the developer must undertake all works necessary to develop that road reserve to an appropriate standard. This requirement ensures that the road meets appropriate standards and that the community is not faced with future maintenance or development costs for that road. Generally, properly serviced blocks can Orange Juice command a higher price than unserviced blocks, so the developer stands to recoup the cost of providing those Bulk Sales at $2.50 per Litre (bring in your own container) services. For a number of reasons, some subdivision applications have previously been subject to delays, caused by requests for more information or amendments to the original application. Each application is assessed against the Norfolk Island Plan and related controls and policies. Since April this year, the Planning Officer has progressed all subdivision applications outstanding since 2004 and 2005, with only one application from 2006 remaining to be finalised. The Tenth Legislative Assembly approved the Norfolk Island Plan as the document controlling development, land uses and subdivisions, and the Plan 5Litres cannot be changed to suit particular situations unless the person applies to amend the Plan. An amendment $12.00 2 Litres to the Plan requires approval of the Legislative $5.50 Assembly. The Norfolk Island Plan currently requires that each portion in a subdivision have satisfactory Tuesday 3rd & Thursday 5th October access and an acceptable level of servicing. Tuesday 26th & Thursday 28th September Sales between 8am and 2pm Members of the public and applicants are invited Sales between 8am and 2pm to discuss planning and development issues with cash salescash only salesTrade ly enquiries welcome the Planning Officer. In particular, we encourage

The Norfolk Islander Your Island Newspaper Published by Greenways Press Pty Limited Email - [email protected] P.O. Box 248 Norfolk Island 2899 WEEKLY CIRCULATION South Pacifi c Local Distribution - 1360 Telephone (Int +6723) 22159 International Subscriptions - 120 Facsimile (Int +6723) 22948 EDITORIAL Tom Lloyd Jonno Snell and Tom Lloyd (Int +6723) 23725 Email - [email protected] ON-CALL PHOTOGRAPHER / ACCOUNTS Jo Snell HOURS Monday to Friday. 8.30am - 4.30pm. PROPRIETORS - Jo, Jonno and Croyden Snell. Lunch 1.00pm - 2.00pm. Subscriptions Welcome - Visit: www.norfolkislander.com The views and opinions expressed throughout The Norfolk Islander are not necessarily those of the Editors. For the second year in a row, Norfolk Island Coffee has entered The Equal Golden Bean Roaster Competition Coffee& Coffee Festival Along side Australia’s most prominent coffee roasters. This year 112 coffee roasters competed in the prestigious Equal Golden Bean PlantationRoaster awards, the biggest uptake of coffee entries Tours ever in Australian coffee competitions,On with “The close toCoffee 50%Leesdie of AustralianTour” Arcade youroasters will participating visit, in six coffee brew categories, entering over 360 individual packs of coffee. The coffee industry is very similarin toair-conditioned the wine industry and 4WDlike wine comfort judging, this .process . . will be the • Akey producing to getting coffee Arabica roasters Coffee to communicate Plantation and share where information you will that willbe served fresh locallyeventually grown benefi and t the roasted coffee consumer Coffee . and delicious home-made cakes and cookies right amongst the coffee trees. •Norfolk Norfolk’s only CoffeeIsland seedling Coffee Nursery is proud to announce that as an improvement on last years 2 BRONZE medals, • Fully operational Coffeewe have Harvesting this year achieved and Processing Unit. • Coffee Roastery complete with Coffee Memorabilia 4 BRONZEand productMEDALS sales. and 1 SILVER MEDAL The onlyacross comprehensive 3 categories, for bothtour our of Norfolk Norfolk’s Island Coffee newest Plantations industry! and South Pacifi c Coffee Co. product ranges, both performed by Norfolk’s Norfolk’sonly trained only qualifi Coffee ed Coffee industry Roastmaster, guides Julian Cameron. showing you all Theof thisbenefi ints ofsome such achievements of the islands’ are extremely most far picturesque reaching, with plenty locations of free promotions and awareness of Norfolk Island in general to one of the best key market demographics....the world of coffee snobbery! 100% ARABICA COFFEE TOUR TIMES - 10.00am and 1.00pm WEEKDAYS For bookings Sunday 5.00pmCOME TRY - 9.00pm pp Norfolk’s 23396 Only or Multi-Awardvisit Winning Arabica$28 Coffees or book with any at inclusive THE NORFOLK ISLAND COFFEEHOUSEtour lasts Tour Booking Agent or at the approx. 2 hrs in Taylors Rd, Visitors Information7 DAYS Centre A WEEK! Letters to the Editor - continued If you have a business, whether it be retail or accommodation and would like to support the feature Dear Sir, by way of a small advert promoting your business, A timely letter from Rob and Myra Wiersma please contact me at Pine Valley till the 18th, or after was in our paper last week. It is a sad reminder the 18th at The Bay of Plenty Times +577 7770 ext of the inefficiency of our waste management and 2905, [email protected] the Government’s effectiveness in rectifying the Alternatively you can call Robyn McLeod on situation. +75773163 or [email protected] How can we afford to spend 2.1 million dollars on Yours etc. ‘state of the art’ fire engines when half burnt rubbish is Susie McCafferty being tossed into our waters by the truckload? Where is our Government’s sense of priority? What is the point of separating our rubbish if it all ends up in the burning pit at Headstone? On site What is the environmental impact of these practices ����������� (besides the obvious) in both the short and long term? 24th����������������� November, at 10am Why is the Environment Minister not taking any responsibility for this blatant contamination?WHY IS �������� NOTHING BEING DONE ABOUT IT? Could there possibly be a worse advertisement for �������� Norfolk (besides a nuclear power plant at Watermill Valley of course) than noxious smoke, globs of melted ������������������� plastic, lumps of raw tar? I don’t think so. Syringes on ���������������������������������������� our beaches is surely a law suit waiting to happen. The same piles of half burnt refuse can be found �������������������� all around our island, generally around the high water mark at Second Sands, Bumboras, Cemetary Bay, and some even manages to get into Emily and Slaughter Bays (lucky fe dar reef!). Maybe we have become complacent in allowing these practices to continue. How many more letters from ‘gob smacked’ visitors will it take before our RENTAL Government does something about it? Yours etc. Brendon King PROPERTIES  Dear Sir WANTED! My name is Susie and I work for APN Newspapers in New Zealand. We currently have caring tenants actively My grandparents used to come to Norfolk Island on an exceptional every year, twice a year for 17 years, so as a child all I seeking long-term rental accommodation. heard about was how wonderful Norfolk Island was. If you would like further information re- For the past 12 years I have been trying to come 498 m2 site here for a holiday but every time I went to a travel garding our services please give Deb a agent they put me off.... “newly wed and nearly dead”, callMill and Road I can - introducePortions you 15v to &our 15p caring “nothing to do”, “why do you want to go there?” etc Call in fortenants site priorsurvey to letting. & profile. etc. Twelve years later I’m here and I’m so glad I came. It’s beautiful! Your climate is lovely, you don’t have ISLAND REALTY crime and everyone is so friendly I feel like I have PhoneTel: 22601(Bus) 22601 stepped back in time and it is the best feeling. 22987 (After Hours) • 50703 (Mobile) When I go home next week I would like to do a A/H 22240 or 22596 feature on Norfolk Island in The Bay of Plenty Times and The Country News. The Bay of Plenty Times is the regions largest growing newspaper with an average readership of 66,000. The Country News is the regions largest rural publication delivered free once a month to 34,000 letter boxes. I want mum and dad’s with young kids to know about Norfolk - how special it is and why they should come here. Top of the town. Opposite the RSL [email protected] [email protected] Norfolk Air Announces charter flights to Hamilton New Zealand Norfolk Air has announced plans to run a series of ��������� Charter flights between the beautiful island paradise of Norfolk Island nestled in the South Pacific to New Zealand’s fourth largest city Hamilton, in April 2008 (subject to regulatory approval). ������� The four return flights using a Boeing 737 – 200 with 98 economy and 8 Bounty business class seats will operate on 17, 22, 24 April and 01 May 2008. ���� The flights depart Norfolk Island at 1300 on each day arriving Hamilton at 1525 and then returning the same day to Norfolk Island at 1625 arriving at 1810. The dates of the charter flights fit perfectly with ������ passengers wishing to travel to Hamilton for the V8 Super Car races or to visit friends and family from Norfolk Airs Australian gateway cities of Brisbane, Newcastle, Sydney, and Melbourne or from Norfolk Island. Norfolk Island to Hamilton fares Start from$438 return plus $152 tax. However if Passengers fly to Norfolk Island from any of Norfolk Airs 4 Australian cites using V class fares or higher they can fly Norfolk Island To Hamilton New Zealand from just $199 return plus tax of $152.00 Norfolk Air has also secured accommodation in Hamilton over the V8 super car weekend and will be working with a number of its wholesalers to put together a Visit Norfolk Island and the V8 super car races in Hamilton New Zealand package. Chief Executive Norfolk Air, Ewan Wilson said “Hamilton and the Waikato is a world class destination. Combine that with the V8 Super Car event and the JOIN THE fact that Norfolk Island as a destination is particularly popular in the Waikato, and the School holidays means that this is a unique opportunity. We are attracted by GYM the superb airport facilities which are uncongested, and an airport company who are dynamic and innovative. phone BRENDON ON Operationally Hamilton is a dream. It is the first time that we have been able to promote through traffic and connect our two major markets. We are excited by 24337 OR 50961 that!”” Chief Executive, Hamilton International Airport, Chris Doak said “We are delighted that Norfolk Air ����������������������� has chosen Hamilton International Airport, it’s a confirmation that our airport facilities are world class. ������������������ Norfolk Air will be the first new international airline in ������������������������� eleven years. We look forward to welcoming them.” Further information contact: �������������� Norfolk Air – 6723 23787 or Thursday only NZ cell �������������������������� 021 486156 [email protected] new boxing / stretching area www.norfolkair.com Martial Arts classes coming www.norfolkisland.com.au soon…...

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MONSTER GARAGE SALE SATURDAY 17TH NOVEMBER SILKY OAKS STABLES - 8am START! Plants, Wagon Wheels, everything from everybody Norfolk “That’s a pretty low price,” Thompson says. “Dammit, there are God knows how many multi- bounty is left millionaires on the island because it’s a tax haven. You marooned just need a few people to put in a bit. The painting of By Graham Reid them took several months but I had been drawing and Pauline Thompson’s writing for about two years before that.” The Women needs an Under The Horizon presents a problem: outside appropriate home. Norfolk the paintings probably have little resonance as In a bright, spacious they are engaged in a specific and integrated narrative and mostly empty room about Norfolk and its founders, rendered in vibrant on Norfolk Island is colours which evoke the island’s fauna and flora, and a series of striking with repeated refrains of island symbolism. Their paintings by New natural home would seem to be Norfolk - and Norfolk Zealand artist Pauline only. Thompson. A couple are - New Zealand Herald, 8th November, 2007. hung on the wall but the rest are simply stacked on top of each other. The (Pauline is the daughter of Charles Buffett and few computers on some Mary Smith. She uses symbolism to the extent that desks in this otherwise her paintings “ tell the story” with her brush and sees bare room attract more her paintings as a way of documenting, preserving and attention. balancing history. She passionately loves the culture Those who come to this place to use the internet of her Norfolk, Pitcairn and Tahitian forebears. barely glance at the seven large and colourful works full Pauline studied at the University of Auckland School of detailed, inter-related iconography and narratives of for Fine Arts and was awarded Queen Elizabeth II Arts Norfolk. Council Grants in 1984 and 1989. The 1989 Grant The series, Under The Horizon, was painted by allowed her to pursue an art project featuring Norfolk Thompson, of Auckland’s North Shore, whose earlier Island. She has exhibited throughout New Zealand as works are in Te Papa, the Auckland City Art Gallery, a selected artist, painted the Pitcairn/Norfolk series the Dowse Museum and other public and private and donated major cultural pieces, one piece having collections. been donated by the Commonwealth Government To see this series so marginalised is not only sad as a gift so that three could be hung together for the but ill-deserved because the paintings address in Norfolk Island people). Courtesy of “From Coconut metaphoric and symbolic ways a history of Norfolk’s to Computers”. founders, those descendants of the Bounty mutineers who were transported from Pitcairn Island to this new home in 1856. Thompson, whose mother was a Buffet from one of those original families, and who has had a long connection with Norfolk, created her series for the island’s 150th anniversary celebrations in June last year which she attended. They were originally displayed in the historic restored homestead at 9 Quality Row. Thompson, angry when told her paintings are languishing in a corner of the former Norfolk Island ��� Data Systems building, says her works have barely been seen by islanders or visitors. “On Quality Row the exhibition opened on a Tuesday and they were taken down on the Friday because they said it wasn’t appropriate for them to be there, they needed the place Miss the Show last night??? for receptions. So I was ringing around trying to find a place to put them.” Thompson returned to New Zealand the following Watch TVN on Monday 12 November at 7PM to week, and a friend on the island found a place for them in the computer room, where they were originally all see it all again UNCUT! hung. Some were taken down and shoved in the corner … And then head to Foodlands to cast - and Under The Horizon has needed a permanent home ever since. your vote in the ballot box! The paintings, each 143cm x 76cm, are priced at $5250 for individual works. The four-part series on �������������������������������� founder George Hunn Nobbs, Thompson’s great- great-great-grandfather, is $18,250. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� But Norfolk’s modest budget doesn’t stretch that far ������������������������������������������������������������ and although there are wealthy people on the island ���������������������������������������������������������������� none have come forward to rescue the works. Chronic Pain Awareness Group

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Care About Your Hearing! Staying active, within realistic limits, can help us If you do have concerns about your hearing speak to remain flexible and strong and reduce our sense of Steve for a private and discrete consultation regarding suffering. your personal problem with hearing loss as he has the Half our battle is won when we begin to help latest international award winning hearing instruments ourselves. available. For those who are suffering with chronic pain, our Improve your quality of life today. Chronic Pain Awareness Group Meetings start this Contact Steve Dawson at Ballina Lismore Hearing Wednesday Night 14th November 7p.m. at Di Buffetts Care Centre on 02 66876380 or Contact Maureen home in New farm Road (my home can be seen easily King at New Kids on the Block, ph 23003 to make an from the road, the green ‘A’ frame house on the left as appointment. you come down New Farm Road). We are very lucky Steve will be on Norfolk from the 18th to the 24th to have Dr Gary Mitchell as our guest speaker. All are of November 2007. very welcome.

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ToTo ensure that youyou hahaveve some of these special ccardsards befbeforeore ChChristmasristmas plpleaseease oorderrder by contacting Eve on 22636 or [email protected]., or Wendy at Banyan Park Playcentre. Government Open day – November 17th Chief Minister Andre_ Nobbs has invited all members of the Norfolk Island community to meet informally with representatives of the Norfolk Island Government and the Legislative Assembly at Rawson Hall on Saturday 17th November. Our 2007 Thanksgiving Day is “We are holding another open day as part of our Wednesday 28 November. commitment to consulting with the community”, Mr The Quota Club’s next project is the Thanksgiving Nobbs said. “This is another way that members of the Raffle 2007. Here is an opportunity for you to win this public can raise issues or ask questions of Government great raffle. Imagine feasting on turkey with cranberry and Assembly members face to face. The open day sauce,sour dough bread,fresh vegetables and fruit, will come shortly after the November sitting of the home-made sweet pies with cream,a bountiful supply Assembly, so we will be happy to elaborate on any of liquid refreshments and chocolates, even the matter raised there, or in fact on any issue about the tablecloth and napkins are included. The winner even community, economy and good governance of Norfolk keeps the pie plates! Island”. Tickets will be on sale on Friday 16 and Saturday Mr Nobbs said that several Ministers and Members 17 November and then Friday 23 and Saturday 24 would be in attendance at Rawson Hall from 12 noon November in the Foodlands Mall. to 2.00 p.m. next Saturday, 17th November. Anyone The raffle will be drawn at 12:30pm on 24 not wishing to raise a question or issue publicly will November. be given the opportunity of a private meeting or of All the proceeds will be returned to a community lodging a question in writing without necessarily project. having to disclose their name. Light refreshments will Thanks for us. be served. On behalf of Quota Norfolk Island. Andre Nobbs Maureen King (Publicity Officer) Chief Minister 9th November 2007

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Museum opening hours: Monday to Saturday Commissariat Store, No 10 Quality Row and Pier Store 11.00am - 3.00pm. Sunday No. 10 Quality Row - 11.00am to 3.00pm Tag-A-Long Tours Monday - Saturday 9.30am commencing at the REO Cafe Update - continued The task is tedious and involves 1) removal of all Lantana, Tobacco Bush, Hawaiian Holy and small Olive (most of these were pulled out by hand). Most of the larger Olive trees have been retained, but stem injected (to slow down or stop the reproductive cycle). This approach does 2 things. The “thinning out” provides an opportunity for already established natives to flourish and the retained Olive trees provide shelter for newly planted natives without major disruption to the microclimate. As the natives grow and establish, the Olives will be progressively removed. We have also completed the fence on the western side of the creek in this area to exclude stock and have planted over 300 new plants in this area to date including 8 large Whitewood trees. More will be planted when stocks are available and weather permits. Public Viewing Session Before we start remainder of the southern section of the creek, we will be holding a public viewing session on Saturday 17th November 2007 between 2pm and 5pm. Because of the logistics in getting people to the site, it is essential that anyone interested in attending, register with Jap or Robyn on 23068 or by emailing 100acres@menghetti enterprises.nf Registration is also necessary to meet our insurance requirements for the project. Those attending should wear suitable (closed) footwear and sun protection. It will be necessary to climb a fence turnstile. However we can provide limited vehicle access for those who feel they cannot tackle the main access point. Opportunity to talk to Envirofund The main access point will be via the gate Representative in Captain Quintal Drive (just back from the intersection with New Farm Road) – Look for Mike Schultz, Manager with the Envirofund will the signs. For those who require access via be on Island until Saturday 17th November 2007. vehicles, please come to our house – first cattle If anyone is interested in talking to Mike about a stop on right after the Homestead Restaurant prospective project, please let us know so appropriate (heading north). arrangements can be made before he leaves. Hope to see you on the 17th. Our photos show... (opposite page left) before and after views of the palm area; (opposite page right) Paul (Jap) and Robyn Menghetti layering, and a dense small Olive pulled out. On this page our photos show a struggling native 100 Acre Farm, Norfolk Island which can now flourish (above) and us planting large Tel: 23068 Whitewoods. Email: [email protected] 5 COMPANIES (AMENDMENT) BILL 2007 Mr Christian, Minister for Finance, to present a Bill for an Act to amend the Companies Act 1985

6 PUBLIC MONEYS (AMENDMENT) BILL 2007 Mr Christian, Minister for Finance, to present The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Hon Lisle a Bill for an Act to amend the Public Moneys Act Snell MLA, has advised that the following matters will 1979 be dealt with at the sitting of the Legislative Assembly to be held on Wednesday 14 November 2007: 7 PUBLIC MONEYS (AMENDMENT NO. 2) bill 2007 Mr Christian, Minister for Finance, 1 MAINTAINING THE VISION TO ACHIEVE to present a Bill for an Act to amend the Public FULL INTERNAL SELF GOVERNMENT Moneys Act 1979 FOR THE PEOPLE OF NORFOLK ISLAND Mr Snell to move the following motion: THAT ORDERS OF THE DAY this, the Twelfth Legislative Assembly of Norfolk Island, hereby reaffirms the following Vision 1 CRIMINAL PROCEDURE BILL 2007 Statement for the Advancement of Internal Resumption of debate (Mr Gardner, Minister for Self-Government on Norfolk Island, which was Tourism and Health) from 10 October 2007 on the promoted by the Seventh Legislative Assembly question – That the Bill be agreed to in principle in 1995 and endorsed by the Eleventh Legislative (Mr Gardner to move detail stage amendments Assembly in 2006, namely - dated 7 November 2007) To - 1. Achieve full internal self government for the 2 CRIMINAL CODE BILL 2007 Resumption of people of Norfolk Island; debate (Mr Gardner, Minister for Tourism and 2. Protect and preserve the Island’s unique Health) from 10 October 2007 on the question heritage, traditions and culture; – That the Bill be agreed to in principle (Mr 3. Sustain the ecology and natural environment Gardner to move detail stage amendments dated of Norfolk Island; 30 October 2007) 4. Maintain and improve where possible an adequate standard of living for all residents 3 COURT PROCEDURES BILL 2007 of Norfolk Island; Resumption of debate (Mr Gardner, Minister for 5. Promote and maintain industry and Tourism and Health) from 10 October 2007 on the employment at a level appropriate to achieve question – That the Bill be agreed to in principle economic self sufficiency in Norfolk Island (Mr Gardner to move detail stage amendments recognizing within this process the Island’s dated 30 October 2007) small size and its cultural and ecological sensitivities; and 4 SENTENCING BILL 2007 Resumption of 6. Assume primary management responsibility debate (Mr Gardner, Minister for Tourism and for all public land in Norfolk Island, including Health) from 10 October 2007 on the question the Norfolk Island National Park – That the Bill be agreed to in principle (Mr Gardner to move detail stage amendments dated 2 PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT ACT 8 November 2007) 2000 – APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY PRESIDING MEMBER OF THE PUBLIC Issued by the Office of the Clerk on 9 November SERVICE BOARD Mr Nobbs, Chief Minister, 2007. to move - THAT the Legislative Assembly, in accordance with subsections 56(1) and (2) of the Public Sector Management Act 2000, recommends EVE’S BOBCAT that the responsible executive member appoint Catherine Elizabeth O’Sullivan to be the deputy SERVICES AND GROUND presiding member of the Public Service Board for MAINTENANCE the period 20 November 2007 to 19 November 2009 Back Hoe Work • Trenching Post Hole Boring • Clearing Bush 3 SUPREME COURT (AMENDMENT) BILL Sweep Driveways 2007 Mr Gardner, Minister for Tourism and Load and Dump Car Wrecks and Health, to present a Bill for an Act to amend the Rubbish • Reshape Dirt Driveways Supreme Court Act 1960 and Ground Maintenance. 4 PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT FULLY QUALIFIED OPERATOR (AMENDMENT) ACT 2007 Mr Nobbs, Chief Minister, to present a Bill for an Act to amend the Please phone Yvan Boudan on Public Sector Management Act 2000 23591 or Mob. 50591 Expressions of Interest Sought Opportunity to join HMAS Sirius on a two week voyage

Members of the Norfolk Island community interested in a career with the Australian Defence Force are invited to take part in an introductory voyage on HMAS Sirius. The Royal Australian Navy has provided an opportunity for six people to take part in a two week voyage which will occur in March 2008, include two port visits (Sydney and Melbourne) and allow those involved to access the services of Defence Recruiting. The Navy will cover travel and accommodation costs. Expressions of interest are sought from persons genuinely interested in an Australian Defence Force career. The following are encouraged to apply: • Any community members aged 16 years 6 months or older who are interested in ADF Officer or General Entry, Technical trades, or the new ADF GAP Year. (continued overleaf) HMAS Sirius - contuned Clay Target Results • Candidates must meet the following eligibility from Anson Bay requirements: At last! Great conditions - no wind, the perfect day. - Australian citizens or hold Permanent The November monthly shoot three rounds and the residency; results were as follows... - Completed YR 10 School Certificate or Double Barrel 1st Milt Bradley; 2nd=Basil Vercoe equivalent (for General entry or Technical and Bob James; 3rd Peter Christian. Handicap section trade jobs; 1st Mick Donohoe; 2nd Milt Bradley; 3rd= Peter - Completed YR 12 Higher School Certificate Christian, Shorty Kiernan and Bob James or equivalent, or hold tertiary qualifications Single Barrel 1st Clinton Judd; 2nd James Stanton; for Officer Entry or GAP Year jobs. 3rd Milt Bradley. Handicap 1st James Stanton; 2nd This opportunity is for persons with a genuine Karl Tomlinson; 3rd Mick Donohoe. interest for a future in the defence forces. Persons Double Rise 1st Bob James; 2nd= Milt Bradley, wishing to take part in the voyage must lodge a written Nerissa Carrol, Garry Holland; 3rd Basil Vercoe. expression of interest with the Administrator’s Office Handicap section 1st Bob James; 2nd Shorty Kiernan; at Kingston before close of business on Friday, 30 3rd Garry Holland and Nerissa Carrol November 2007. They should include details of any Handicap winner for the day James Stanton and relevant experience or qualifications as well as an the cup of Gold monthly challenge was kindly donated essay of up to 250 words explaining why they should back to the club by Shorty. be chosen to take part in the voyage. Next shoot on the 17th November - a 50 target Ball Trap event.

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Be an eye-witness Our High Quality, Pesticide Free, Vacuum right in the courtroom, as The Sealed, Product Range of various roasts and Fifteen bring you mind-boggling grinds to suit the individual palate, are also insights into Norfolk’s turbulent past. You’ll SHUDDER and available in most quality outlets island-wide you’ll SMILE! So for the freshest and therefore The Best Coffees Norfolk MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS - at 4-45 pm. It’s the perfect pre- has to offer! dinner show. After the play, join the cast for sherry and a chat. You’d be mad to miss it! Look for these logos!!! Book at (and avoid cheap imitations!) REO Cafe -phone 23088, or Visitors’ Bureau - Ph 22147 “Bringing you local products created with pride”e” Thank You The Norfolk Island Eye Study has reached its conclusion………..well, for this time at least. The community interest and support has been very encouraging with nearly 600 people examined over the three weeks. A big thank you must go out to all the participants who volunteered their time to take part. We would also like to thank all the staff at the Hospital and optometrist John Kelly who have provided assistance in various ways. For those who we were unable to be seen this time round, there is still a chance to have their eyes examined by our team. A future visit is planned for JANUARY 2008. For those who have relatives located within Australia, we would also be very interested in catching up at a later date to undertake the identical study For all your proceedings. computer repairs, All those who are interested in making a booking service or quotes for January or have relatives that may be interested contact in seeing our team in Australia can email Justin at Linda (CHIPS) [email protected] or A/Prof David Mackey on [email protected]. Alternatively, bookings at World Traders can be made by calling +61399298713. by the roundabout Thank you once again for everyone’s support. The Norfolk Island Eye Study Team (pictured) A/ Prof David Mackey; Dr Alex Hewitt; Dr Yaling Ma; Phone 22115 Lisa Kearns; Bob Chalmers; Justin Sherwin email [email protected]

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Local counsellor Kathryn Parle and visiting co- trainer Lee-Ann Foord, were very satisfied with the work accomplished in the two days. “One of our goals is to equip individuals with research-based knowledge and skills of specific interventions to help at-risk ISLAND VET SURGERY individuals.” says Kathryn. “It is common in many Middlegate communities that stigma, ignorance and an apparent lack of interest in suicide prevention remains. The Telephone: 50838 or 23838 people who attended this program bravely challenged themselves out of their normal comfort zones, and Ph: 50VET worked together with mutual support. The wide knowledge that a sense of aloneness is a prime contributor to suicide and that a sense of belonging is the greatest protection against suicide makes Norfolk Island a suicide-safer community. I expect that attitudes of acceptance, openness and helpfulness will replace Open House denial, secrecy and avoidance.” Some comments from ASIST participants included: “It was extremely helpful”; “A great learning experience”; “A course not to be missed.” Sponsors are gratefully acknowledged and include: • South Pacific Resort Hotel, • Norfolk Island Hospital, The Administrator, Grant Tambling and • NI Central School, Mrs. Sandra Tambling advise that • NISEDU, • NI Rotary Club, GOVERNMENT • SDA Church, HOUSE • NI Golf Club, NORFOLK ISLAND • Catholic Church, will be open for inspection on • Church of England, WEDNESDAY 14th November • Uniting Church, from 1.00p.m. - 3.30p.m. • CWA, EVERYONE WELCOME • Bowling Club, ADMISSION • Chamber of Commerce, Adults $7.00 - Children Free (Must be accompanied by an adult) • Dept of Veteran’s Affairs, • Alice Buffett. Proceeds in aid of the R.S.L. By Kathryn Parle Womens Auxiliary A Page from the Past the Island, in which he put forward his case for the The Norfolk Islander - 12th November, 1965 mission with a view to enlisting the support of the Council News - Rules of Order - Chairman of senior members of the community. Bishop Selwyn had the Council, Cr. Needham, stated that “it appears left this paper with Young when he called some week that we are spending too much time in discussion in previously on a missionary voyage to the northern open meeting and not giving sufficient time to very islands. important business which is to be done in committee Denison, who strongly opposed the Bishop’s plans, after this open meeting”. immediately set down his own views and those of the Cr. Bathie “I hold the opinion that what Cr. British Government for the Pitcairners’ consideration. Needham is doing is trying to apply the gaga. We are Meanwhile M.F Moresby came on shore with his entitled to express our views. If Cr. Needham denies ‘photographic apparatus’ and took photographs of the anyone the right to speak he is going to apply the gag Island. A few of Moresby’s original prints are now in and do everything in committee. What business we the Mitchell Library, Sydney. discuss in this Council is the business of the people of Finding the people without flour or ‘biscuit’ Denison the Island”. decided to go on to Auckland to purchase supplies for Overalls for men on Tar Sealing - The them. Administrator advised that two pair of gum boots and When he returned in early October he had the 2 pair of overalls had been issued to the men who were satisfaction of finding that the heads of the Pitcairn employed on tar sealing the roads. families had voted on the Bishop’s proposal to establish a mission on the Island and rejected it. Denison then consulted the Reverend George Norfolk Island Newsletter - November 1973 Hunn Nobbs and Frederick Young on the draft laws he had prepared, making a few modifications at Queen’s Staff visits Norfolk - The Queen’s assistant Nobbs’ suggestion, and, having promised to introduce private Secretary, Mr. William Heseltine, visited a schoolmaster and a few tradesmen, given several Norfolk Island during November. He was accompanied pages of instructions and advise to Young and stood by Mr. J.H. Scholtens, of the Prime Minister’s godfather to Isaac Christian’s daughter Caroline Lucy, Department, director of the Royal Visit 1974, and the he embarked on the Iris for Sydney. Queen’s equerry, Squadron Leader Kenneth Smith. They were finalising details for the visit of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, Princess Ann and Captain Mark Phillips to the Island in February next year. Melbourne Cup Memories First Night Safe - Norfolk Island has had its first Now that all the tumult and the shouting has died night safe installed - in the Commonwealth Bank down, and the mass media coverage of the 2007 premises. The safe provides bank strong room security Melbourne Cup has ended for another year, we thought for anyone on the Island wishing to us it. you would be interested to read how Norfolk Island Historical Notes - Governor received enthusiastic residents followed this famous race in years gone by. welcome - By far the most important visitor to Norfolk We came across this story in The Norfolk Island Island in the early years of the Pitcairn settlement was Weekly News of November 4th, 1932 under the heading Sir William Denison, the Governor of New South - “Melbourne Cup - 2 miles - £7,200 - 27 horses Wales and Governor of Norfolk Island. 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Photopress Members will be encouraged to contribute their CDANI Goes Full Steam Ahead ideas and vision as the project develops. The fee for The steering committee of the Cultural Development ordinary membership will be $10 per annum. Should Association of Norfolk Island (CDANI) was happy you wish to make a further donation or wish to discuss to hand over to the properly constituted committee becoming an ongoing philanthropic member we are elected at the inaugural general meeting held on 24th happy to see you at your convenience or to receive October. cheques for any amount to be put into general funds or The new committee composed of Margie Sampson to be reserved for a specific purpose. as President, Tracey Yager as Vice President, Brian Enquiries can be made to any of the above Hubber as Secretary, and Treasurer Wally Beadman committee and/or applications for membership can be with three committee members Sue Draper, Lisa made on the following form and mailed to CDANI, Richards and Trish Magri are all set to pursue the P0 Box 918, Norfolk Island 2899. Cheques should be visionary project of establishing a Cultural Centre for made payable to Cultural Development Association of Norfolk Island. Norfolk Island. The Association wishes to especially thank Mike Zande for his meticulous work in overseeing the creation of the CDANI constitution and those people who contributed their thoughts and ideas to the process. There is much work to be done but following this period of public meetings and consultation to constitute a properly formed Association, CDANI now knows it can go ahead with the support of the Norfolk Island community and is now calling for members to join the Association. The benefits of financial membership will include: • regular newsletters and updates BLU BUTTERFLY • the right to attend all committee meetings Nail Salon, Bone Carvings and Art Gallery • voting rights at general meetings Taylor’s Road Norfolk Island • a sense of pride and involvement in this exciting Cultural Centre project to support all aspects of Phone 23770 Norfolk culture past, present and future.

CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION OF NORFOLK ISLAND Application for Membership To The Committee Secretary Cultural Development Association of Norfolk Island P0 Box 918, Norfolk Island 2899.

I the undersigned wish to become a financial member of the Cultural Development Association of Norfolk Island (CDANI) . With this application and payment of current ordinary membership fee of $10, I hereby accept the mission statement of the Association which is:

“the establishment of a Cultural Centre to preserve, promote and protect the traditional knowledge and expressions of culture of the people of Norfolk Island for the people of Norfolk Island.”

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Signature: Date: Norfolk Island Plan review: have you lodged your submission? The review of the Norfolk Island Plan has commenced and there are three weeks remaining for people to make comment. Anyone interested in the ������ future of planning controls for Norfolk Island has until 30th November, to lodge a written submission setting out their concerns about the current Plan. ����������� The Norfolk Island Plan sets controls for buildings, zonings, subdivisions, and land uses. Take some time to consider how you would like to see Norfolk Island ������������ develop into the future; what restrictions you think should or shouldn’t be in place; create discussions ������� among your friends and family. Every opinion counts and all comments and suggestions will be considered. Please feel free to come and discuss with the Planning Officer any issues, ideas, recommendations or amendments you would like to see in a revised Norfolk Island Plan. The current Norfolk Island Plan is available for viewing at the Planning Office, No.11 Quality Row in Kingston, and at the Post Office and Public Library, and online at http://www.info.gov.nf/land&env/ by clicking on Norfolk Island Plan 11-2-2005.pdf to open the file. An information paper is available at the Post Office and the Public Library, which includes a LEESIDE ARCADE - Ph 22794 questionnaire on the current Norfolk Island Plan. Comments must be in the form of written submissions introducing (such as the completed questionnaire), which should be addressed to the Minister for the Environment, Education and Social Welfare, and delivered, posted, �������������� faxed (fax 23008) or emailed (planning@admin. gov.nf) to the Planning Officer, No.11 Quality Row ������ Kingston by close of business Friday 30 November 2007. Questionnaires and other submissions may be deposited in the boxes provided inside the Post Office Succulent Chicken and Public Library for this purpose. Further enquiries Parmigiana, served with about the review can be directed to the Planning Officer, Alan McNeil by telephoning 23595. creamy sweet potato and Alan McNeil coconut mash, honey buttered Planning Officer garden vegetables...... and a 9th November 2007 complementary beer, house wine or softdrink. Every Sunday and ������� ������ ������ �������� Wednesday night 6.00pm - 8.00pm - $20 per person ���������� ����������� usual dinner menu also ����������� ���������������� available ��������� ����������� �������� Bookings recommended ��������� ��������� to avoid disappointment - ������������������������� 22794 ������������������������������ ������������� ����� What’s On At The Movies?

THIS WEEK COMING SOON! 14 November “License to Wed” a comedy with Robin Williams and Mandy Moore. Ben Murphy and Sadie Jones are newly engaged and counting the days to be married. Since childhood, Sadie has always dreamed of being married in St Augustine’s but, before being blessed by Reverend Frank, they first have to pass his patented “foolproof” marriage preparation course, which teaches couples how to communicate and keep their romance alive. Trouble is, the outrageous classes and unexpected homework put a strain and a big question mark on Ben and Sadie’s relationship. Rated M This is a fundraiser for the Hospital Auxiliary From 16 November “Calendar Girls” a comedy starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters Chris and Annie have always been the best of friends. Living in a small village in the Yorkshire Dales, their peaceful lives are shattered when Annie’s husband dies of leukemia. As a fund-raising initiative for the local hospital, Chris enlists the support of her fellow Women’s Institute members to produce a calendar, with a different woman photographed for each month, each engaged in a classic WI task, such as jam making. But her idea has a radical twist – the women will be in the nude. Before they know it, the women are hitting the headlines and are whisked off to Hollywood on a whirlwind publicity tour of talk shows and magazine “Hot Fuzz”, an action comedy starring Simon photo-shoots. Amidst the hype and glamour the Pegg and Martin Freeman, with Jim Broadbent, friendship between Chris and Annie is put to the test. Bill Nighy, Timothy Dalton, Edward Woodward From 23 November “Harry Potter & the Order and Billie Whitelaw. of the Phoenix”. London cop Nicholas Angel is so effective he is making his colleagues look bad, so the MOVIE TIMES Chief Inspector sends him off to the sleepy village of Sandford in the West Country where Neighbourhood Watch is the power base. Local Hot Fuzz (MA) cop boss Inspector Frank Butterman pairs Angel Friday, 9 November 7.30 pm with his own hapless son Danny and hopes that Saturday, 10 November 7.30 pm Angel will blend in with the laid back police Sunday, 11 November 5.30 pm culture. But Angel soon gets suspicious of foul Monday, 12 November 7.30 pm deeds when a series of ghastly incidents starts killing off some of the locals. Somehow Angel feels that Sandford is not the sleepy village it Calendar Girls (M) seems. Rated MA Extra showing on Monday Friday, 16 November 7.30 pm for those who have the night off. Saturday, 17 November 7.30 pm Sunday, 18 November 5.30 pm We now have plenty Adults $12 – Children $6 Comfy Armchairs The Ferny Lane Theatre Snack bar available – car parking provided off Grassy Road

The Ferny Lane Theatre Swaziland Project Update 33 I asked who the man was that had come in giving the orders. Apparently he was merely a client of the hiring Dear Jonno, company and really had no authority whatsoever to You will remember printing a letter from Edna tell them what to do. Geelan in Sydney who included all the little Jumpers Africa is in drought and conditions are very grim. knitted by Norfolk ladies in the two containers of Food is very scarce. People are starving. The orphan supplies she collected and shipped to Swaziland. Edna numbers increase daily, with about 1000 per month and a friend flew over to help in the distribution of being added to the total. all the materials. Enclosed is an account of the result Also because of drought, and resultant loss of along with a couple of photos that I am sure your income, many children have to drop out of even readers will enjoy the public schools, even though fees are very small. Sincerely Everywhere we went there were mothers and Maye Porter grandmothers pleading for help with money to pay school fees. Dear Friends, Each day that we were there we went to a different Our trip to Swaziland to distribute the contents of area to run a clinic and distribute clothing and other the two containers we shipped over went well. God the things that were shipped. Day after day we saw continues to amaze me with His timing. After several young mothers 15 to 19 years of age, often with one scares about having to pay extra and other hitches or two children of their own and also trying to look with the containers, would you believe they arrived in after several other kids, whose parents had died, and Swaziland Monday morning the 1st Oct and I arrived these girls themselves were HIV positive or already the same afternoon. Unfortunately the truck that was had AIDS. We saw one little baby 23 months old that used to bring the containers from Durban to Swaziland weighed 2.5 kg, it had AIDS and has almost certainly did not have a hoist attached to lift the container off the died ere this. truck. Before we arrived they had already been to try I wish you could have been there to see the and hire a crane, but were told that the only crane big excitement and joy that the contents of the containers enough, was on lease to a big construction company brought to so many. The smaller children just loved and would not be available for possibly ten days. the soft toys, and the balls were such a hit with all We decided that we needed God’s help, so we the kids, no matter the age. We tried to teach some prayed asking Him to work things out. We went back of the kids to play tunnel ball. Talk about funny, their to the company who owned the big crane, but were told co-ordination and knowing when it was their turn left in no uncertain terms “The crane will not be available much to be desired, but I do think they were getting for at least a week..” the hang of it by the time we left. Right at that moment a man walked through the The different school groups that we gave the door into the office where we were and said in an educational materials to were just so grateful – I authoritative voice to the man behind the desk, “The quote from one note of thanks, “ Thank you so much only reason the crane is not available is that you are for the books, toys, school materials and other items too lazy to get off your ass to ring up and ask if we given to us by the SOHO team. Our pupils are excited can have it for a couple of hours. Now get on the and happy. Those gifts will go a long way in their phone and ring.” By this time everyone was quaking educational needs.” in their shoes! The bloke behind the desk jumped, Some of the children wrote little notes such as: picked up the phone and the crane was there within “Thank you for the books, toys and all the clothes and an hour and a half, along with police to control traffic gifts that you gave us, we appreciate your kindness. etc while the container was lifted off. Out of interest (continued overleaf)

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Entry forms are �������������� available at the VIC or online from www.norfolkisland.nf, and must be submitted by November 17, 2007. Major sponsors Norfolk Air & Norfolk ���� and Pacific Holidays Swaziland Project Update 33 - continued I am seven years old and I am in grade one. May God bless you.” A lot of hospital equipment and instruments as well as baby clothing and lots of the little knitted vests that we took over I gave to the local government hospital. An email says: – “On behalf of all the management and staff at the Raleigh Fitkin Memorial Hospital in Manzini, Swaziland, I wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude for the generosity of your donation to us. The baby clothes and other items you have given us are in the process of being distributed to the relevant departments and will be give, and knowing that someone cares makes such a well-used. Given that 20 – 25 babies are born per difference. Those hungry, starving kids haunt me. I day at RFM – that is, one baby every hour – the baby collect money to send to buy food for them. Please, if vests will make wonderful gifts for the mothers who you have a dollar or two to spare I will be happy to see give birth in our labour and delivery ward. We also it reaches where it can fill some empty stomachs. have a number of babies who are abandoned at the hospital, mainly due to the HIV and Aids epidemic that is affecting the country. These infants are taken care of by the Special Care Nursery nurses and Social Welfare officers until a new home can be found for them, so we will ensure that these infants are given a vest as well. I also plan to distribute some vests to the community health clinics, since the majority of them have now established HIV support groups for infected and affected mothers and all of them provide mother and child health programs.” An Australian lady working at the government hospital was asked her if she thought it possible to turn things around for Swaziland, and her reply was, “Not until we can change men’s attitude toward women. In Africa men have the right to demand sex whenever and with whoever he likes at anytime. Even the married men have multiple affairs, so the HIV virus continues to spread. Education is the thing that is most needed, And yes, I feel rejuvenated enough to begin planning especially to start teaching the kids long before they to send another container next year. So if you have become sexually active. the energy, please start collecting and sorting - and When we finished sorting and packing those two knitting those jumpers. Bigger sizes, too. containers,I vowed that I would never do it again. But Again I want to add my personal thanks to each of after being there to help distribute the contents, and you. Without you, none of it would have happened, seeing what it means to those needy people, I have and I thank God that He has allowed me to play a very decided that every tired muscle and every backache small part in this miracle. was worth it a dozen times over. At the end of one Edna day’s clinic and clothing distribution, to have an elderly man come up to me with tears running down his face saying, “How can I thank you, please go back and tell the people of your country, thank you, thank you. All I can say is thank you.” Everyone was so appreciative of even the smallest item that they received. Hope is one thing that we can Hong Kong Resort add a new item to their HK$1.5 billion ‘Coastal Leisure and Entertainment Development’ project The Tall Ship Bounty is soon to reside in Discovery Bay. Since the announcement of Hong Kong Resort Company Limited’s HK$1.5 billion ‘Coastal Leisure and Entertainment Development’ in 2005, the various projects in positioning Discovery Bay as a high quality and classy community have been progressing well. Further to the opening of Water Margin, the alfresco dining destination earlier this year, Hong Kong Resort is introducing a replica European tall ship as a new sightseeing attraction for both locals and tourists. This will further enhance the value of the ‘Coastal Leisure and on The Sukhothai in Bangkok and Spa Botanica in Entertainment Landmark’ project. Singapore, both run by our group.” Discovery Bay’s ‘Coastal Leisure and To further enhance the stylish, leisure and cultural Entertainment Development’ Project characteristics of Discovery Bay, Hong Kong Resort Mr. Victor Cha, Deputy Chairman and Managing is bringing to Hong Kong The Bounty, a 42m long Director of HKR International Limited (HKRI), replica tall ship from Australia, to introduce a brand expressed at the media luncheon today; “The progress new attraction to Discovery Bay as well as to Hong of Discovery Bay’s ‘Coastal Leisure and Entertainment Kong, and to complement the unique positioning of Development’ project is very encouraging. Our Discovery Bay as a ‘Coastal Leisure and Entertainment facilities for the community and visitors have been Landmark’. enhanced and more diversified choices are now The company has also given The Bounty a Chinese available. Further to the opening of Water Margin as name – ‘Chi Ming’ the largest oceanfront alfresco dining destination in The Bounty Hong Kong, the various large scale developments in “The Bounty’s Chinese name is in-line with the Yi Pak Bay will be ready for completion in the next word ‘bounty’ in English, implying generosity two to three years. The Yi Pak development comprises and benevolence.” Mr. Cha explained at the media a 360-room hotel with comprehensive conference and luncheon, “Chi Ming is also the name of the company’s banqueting facilities, panoramic sea-view spa, exotic late Chairman, my father Dr. Cha Chi Ming. So the auditorium, oceanfront ballroom and swimming pool; Bounty is also a memorial to him.” a community and cultural centre, stylish shops and a (continued overleaf) lifestyle leisure shopping center. The hotel is modeled

The Academy for Higher Learning PRESENTS Michelle MacLean, Spiritual Teacher and Psychic Reader. Michelle is returning to Norfolk Island and will be available for appointments from 12th November. Sessions are 90 minutes and will be taped (included in the price). To book please contact: Gaye Evans (22497) or Dy Fitzpatrick (22142) For further information please email: [email protected] Hong Kong Resort - continued particularly through their ocean explorer Zheng He The Bounty signifies Europe’s sailing glory in the who over 600 years ago, commanded remarkably large 18th Century, and the spirit of exploration and adventure fleets of ships, undertook seven expeditions through at the time which equipoise Dr. Cha’s thoughts and the Indian Ocean to the west, created an unprecedented beliefs when he commenced the establishment of achievement at the time. Mr. Cha hopes that the Bounty Discovery Bay. Whilst the Bounty was built 30 years will increase public interest in ancient ships and hence ago, 2007 is the year celebrating Discovery Bay’s 30th the knowledge of Chinese nautical history and its anniversary. heritage. The original Bounty H.M.A.V. Bounty has a history “I want to encourage our younger generation to of more than 200 years, and carries a legendary learn more about Chinese nautical history, culture story that is extremely well-known in British naval and values.” Mr. Cha concluded in the luncheon, history. Throughout the years, films and television “Through the inspiration of introducing the Bounty productions have dramatized the story, starring a bevy in Hong Kong, I have decided to take the lead in of celebrities. setting up a non-profit ‘Zheng He Treasure Ships and A Legendary Attraction, A Vehicle for Chinese Nautical History Research Foundation’ – to Charitable Events raise sufficient funds to build a replica of Zheng He’s The Bounty will dock at Pier 3, Central on 20th flagship and contribute to the relevant research and November for a grand welcoming ceremony. She will educational activities. HKRI will fully support the later dock at Discovery Bay, her new home. foundation’s activities and I hope to lobby the support “As Discovery Bay is closely related to the sea” from all walks of Hong Kong life as well.” Mr. Cha said, “Through making the Bounty an icon of Hong Kong waters as a tourist attraction and an asset to be shared with Hong Kong people, we hope Some Facts About The Bounty Replica she will help raise public awareness of the benefits of • Throughout the years, films and television protecting our harbour.” productions have dramatised the events that “Furthermore, the Bounty will serve the happened on HMAV Bounty, starring a bevy of community through partnering with various charitable celebrities such as Clark Gable, Charles Laughton organizations. The Bounty’s first mission will be and Marlon Brando. to raise fund for the Children’s Cancer Foundation • 1935: Mutiny on the Bounty starring Clark Gable when she is opened to the public in December; when and Charles Laughton the proceeds from admission will be donated to the • 1962: Mutiny on the Bounty starring Marlon Foundation.” Brando Promoting History, Culture, and Nautical Filmed on the Bounty Replica: Education - Zheng He Foundation. • 1983: The Bounty starring Anthony Hopkins and Despite the glorious nautical history of Europe, Mel Gibson (Movie) China has also had its share in creating nautical history (continued overleaf) AIR NEW ZEALAND NOVEMBER 2007 SCHEDULE AIR NEW ZEALAND FROM/TO AUCKLAND FLT DEP ARR FLT DEP ARR NO AKL NLK NO NLK AKL NZ214 ����� 1505 ���� ���� 1630 ������ WED 03 NZ215 ����� 1730 ���� 1945���� NZ214 ����� 0820 ���� ���� 0945 ������ SUN 07 NZ215 ����� 1045 ���� 1300���� NZ214 1505 1630 WED 10 NZ215 1730 1945 NZ214 ����� 0820 ���� ���� 0945 ������ SUN 14 NZ215 ����� 1045 ���� 1300���� NZ214 ����� 1505 ���� ���� 1630 ������ WED 17 NZ215 ����� 1730 ���� 1945���� NZ214 ����� 0820 ���� ���� 0945 ������ SUN 21 NZ215 ����� 1045 ���� 1300���� NZ214 1505 1630 WED 24 NZ215 1730 1945 NZ214 ����� 0820 ���� ���� 0945 ������ SUN 28 NZ215 ����� 1045 ���� 1300���� NZ214 ����� 1505 ���� ���� 1630 ������ WED 31 NZ215 ����� 1730 ���� 1945���� ����� ���� ���� ������ ����� ���� ���� ����� ���� ���� ������ ����� ���� ����

PLEASE NOTE SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TAKES EFFECT THIS MONTH PLEASE NOTE SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BURNT PINE TRAVEL PTY LTD Telephone: 13000 • Facsimile: 13001 • Email: [email protected] Broadwalk Arcade, Taylor’s Road Burnt Pine Hong Kong Resort - continued While it is considered to be a low-density development • 1986: James Cook (TV) by Hong Kong standards due to the amount of open • 1998: Moby Dick (TV) - see www.imdb.com/title/ spaces (plot to development ratio), Discovery Bay is tt0120756/ however the second most populous place (after the New • 2001: Escape of the Artful Dodger (TV) - see www. Town of Tung Chung) on the sparsely populated Lantau imdb.com/title/tt0307745/ Island. • 2003: Tropical Fever (Documentaries) Part 2 South Unlike many other developments in Hong Kong, a Sea Mission - see www.zdf-enterprises.de/tropical_ “reasonable” number of pets are allowed, whereas other fever.5637.htm developments generally ban them due to limited space. • 2005: Mary Bryant (TV) - see www.imdb.com/ Issues and criticisms about Discovery Bay title/tt0428134/ Like many developments, Discovery Bay has its own • The Bounty replica was built in 1978 for the Dino de share of issues. An oft-made complaint is that Discovery Laurentis film “The Bounty” released in 1983, the Bay is expensive compared to the rest of Hong Kong; seventh film and television version of this famous from its monopolised recreation and entertainment event. It starred Mel Gibson as Fletcher Christian clubs to its limited shopping options. and Anthony Hopkins as Captain William Bligh. Furthermore, various groups such as teenagers and • The replica is a full scale model of the 18th Century the elderly complain that there are few activities catered original H.M.A.V. Bounty, the measurements are as to them. Plans have been made to open a skating area follows: for the former, also to be used as a Tai-Chi area for the • Rig - 3 masted fully rigged tall ship latter. However, although an area has been paved for • Masts - 3 masts from 15.7-Metre to 33 metres this purpose, the opening is stalled as discussions with in height from deck nearby residents are still being held. The recent decision • Sails - up to 19 sails. The largest is 12 metres to renovate the restaurant complex in Discovery Bay wide, 8.8 Metres high, Plaza for an entire year has rekindled such concerns; • Weighs 100kg. Total 900 sq. Metres of sail the lack of food options mean that residents are forced and 18 km of rigging. to utilise outlets operated by the various Clubs, which, • Length overall - 42 meteres of course, are owned by the developer. • Length of deck - 30 metres Transport - A frequent complaint is with regard to • Width of deck - 7 metres its monopolised transportation. Whereas other parts • Displacement - 387 tonnes of Hong Kong are generally well-served by frequent • Construction - steel hull, steel & wood deck transport options from competing operators, Discovery and topsides, wood Masts and spars Bay is served solely by DBTSL and DBTPL, both • Bounty sailed the world, visiting Vancouver for subsidiaries of the developer, HKR. These services, their World Expo and then to Tahiti to star as “HMS while reliable, take longer than the advertised times. Endeavour” in the ABC mini series, “Captain James For example, ferry services to Central are advertised to Cook”. take 25 minutes, and bus services to Tung Chung and • For ocean-going voyages, Bounty’s crew comprises Sunny Bay as 10 minutes, although in reality, a figure its Master, Chief Engineer, 3 Watch Officers, the of 25-30 minutes and 20-25 minutes would be more Chef and 10 deck-crew. accurate. Another issue is with drivers’ blatant disregard for and the lack of enforcement of the 50 kilometres per Some facts about Discovery Bay hour speed limit; resulting in numerous accidents. (Wikipedia) Construction - As an ongoing residential Discovery Bay is a residential development in Hong development, construction sites and the related dust Kong situated on the north-eastern coast of Lantau and noise is an ever-present issue in Discovery Bay. Island in the New Territories. The development spans Furthermore, buildings are generally renovated every an area of 6.5 square kilometres, and includes two bays, seven years in order to ensure higher property values Tai Pak Wan and Yi Pak Wan. and greater return for landlords. Discovery Bay has a current population of around However, this produces significant inconvenience 14,300 residents with a sizeable expatriate community to residents during the renovation period, which can of residents from over thirty countries. It is located take up to a year or more, with months where the two kilometres west of Hong Kong Disneyland and property is encased with scaffoldings - making crime approximately 16 kilometres west from the nearest a problem - and significant noise where tiles and walls point on Hong Kong Island. are removed. Residents who began a poster campaign Discovery Bay is a privately owned development complaining the issues subsequently had their posters consisting of 13 development phases with properties and flyers removed by the developers’ representatives, ranging from garden houses to high rise towers of City Managemement. up to 25 stories. It is eventually expected to be home to 25,000 residents and a number of new phases are N.I. Pest Control currently either under development or in the planning For all your pest control needs stages. Domestic and Commercial Services The development also features a 400 metre man- made beach (Tai Pak Bay), several private membership CONTACT DUNCAN GRAY clubs including a golf and a marina club. PHONE / FAX 23034 • MOBILE 50541 The Guts of It with breast cancer whom David did a mastectomy for. A woman convulsing with meningitis. Another woman What’s hot in health? with bad burns from falling in the fire during her latest The series continues in Mukinge, Zambia, at a rural epileptic fit. Mission hospital that I was visiting and staying with The rest of the day in theatre brought a circumcision David, the surgeon there. I arrived there at 10pm after and a tube tie and a wound debridement and other bits a 14- hour bus trip complete with chickens and goats. and pieces. There was no xray film for the past week, Despite collapsing late into bed exhausted, I was way and many patients lay waiting for this with various too excited and woke at 6am to the sound of cooing arm and leg deformities. Our old friend TB was around birds outside my window. I got up just as David stirred, every corner. and we put on our running shoes and headed out into Later David and I walked along the airstrip and into the twilight dawn. Ankle deep dust coated the so-called the bush, catching the sunset and swapping stories of roads, and it rose up like a road runner cartoon trail as triumph and disaster like old war buddies. we tore up the track leading out of the Mission. The loop around the mountain left us with Please note, we’ll be having a public screening exhilaration for the day. of some fun and some medical (a little gruesome) ‘I guess you’ll be wanting the usual?’ asked David pictures from Mukinge at the Cheryl Tennis Club at from the kitchen. 6.30pm on Friday 23rd November, and presentation Nshima was the local staple food, corn meal. It was of some needs there that I have identified for big and bulky and filled with raisins and stevia and fundraising. milk, set up the day. The hospital was only 25 metres away and more things unfolded there. Best of health, In the night Albert had found himself on the wrong Dr Gary Mitchell. end of an axe. Well, it was said to be an axe but the wound was only 4cm long, and was in his lower left back. He was more worried about the pain in his belly, and David’s finger slipped up to the hilt into the back wound, and his belly was tight and tender. When we REO Cafe and Bookshop opened his belly it was filled with a clear yellowish Norfolk Island Museum fluid. Was it urine? Or exudate? Or what else could it be? Moving the bowel out of the way and dissecting up to the kidney we found nothing, and closed things andand comprehensivecomprehensive selectionselection ofof books.books. up. Albert was sore the next day, but went home all better a few days later. The rest of the surgical patients were an interesting lot. A spate of fractured femurs all in traction lined a whole wall of the ward. A man with a urostomy from having his ureters blocked by metastatic prostate Museum opening hours: Monday to Saturday cancer. A grafted leg burn. A boy with a badly bulging Commissariat Store, No 10 Quality Row eye from pus filling his upper facial sinuses. A man and Pier Store 11.00am - 3.00pm. with warty growths all over, large and growing and Sunday dramatic. A boy whose finger needed to be amputated No. 10 Quality Row - 11.00am to 3.00pm following gangrene from an insect bite. Another with Tag-A-Long Tours Monday - Saturday a snake bite to the finger that looked like amputation 9.30am commencing at the REO Cafe would be required. A nasty large tropical ulcer. A man

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When confronted by a sudden accident or illness can be frightening and you want help. The quickest way to get help: • Ring for the Ambulance, 22091 or 911 • Give the exact location, landmarks etc. • Speak slowly and clearly. • Give your name and the phone number you are ringing from. • Give the number of causalities [if a multi person accident] • Give the name of the patient if known [this is important on Norfolk as the hospital will have records of that person] • State if any other emergency service is required eg. Police, Cliff rescue etc. Telephone • Do NOT hang up till the hospital hangs up, theythey mamayy havehave otherother questionsquestions 22091 or 911 they would like to ask. �������������������������� ������������������������� ����������������������� ������������������ 10th November 2007 ������������������

���������������������������������� Second only to shift workers, teenagers are the most sleep-deprived group in the world. Studies have shown that 90% of Australian Year 10 students aren’t getting enough sleep, and that 15 per cent build up such a substantial sleep debt that they can’t even work at school. As the academic year progresses, this can have a grave impact on their physical and mental well-being. Teenagers who get less sleep are more likely to be late for school, or absent; they fall asleep in school, and get poor grades.

Hormonal changes can make falling asleep more difficult. Conscientious, high achieving students who cram in lots of extra-curricular activities can be left energy-poor. Many teens consume “energy drinks”, but these can contribute to sleep problems and anxiety among young people.

Irritability, frustration, reduced concentration, poor motor co-ordination and a weakened immune system are just some of the effects of sleep deprivation. When teenagers don’t get the ���� ������ sleep they need for healthy functioning, it may cause poor performance at school and on the sporting field. Worse still, pimples seem to flourish in sleep-deprived skin And the effects of chronic under-sleeping don’t get any better as you get older. Too little sleep amongst adults is associated with an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity and accidents. If your adolescent is tired and grumpy on waking, or falls asleep in class or at the dinner table, he or she is probably sleep-deprived. Less obvious signs include increased irritability, memory lapses, decreased initiative, judgement and decision-making, poor attention span and motivation. ������������������������������������������� � Encourage daily quotas for computer, internet and phone use. � Don’t allow TV in your teen’s bedroom: it reduces sleep quality and quantity. � Develop a family routine of having one hour of screen-free and food-free time before bed. Unstructured family time together is good for relationships. � Discourage stimulating drinks such as tea, coffee, coke, energy and sports drinks. � Encourage a regular sleep schedule – going to sleep and getting up at about the same time each day � Encourage a brief after-school nap (20-30 minutes if needed).

������ ���������� is an important part of sleep hygiene, since some research has shown that children in families with high stress levels are more likely to sleep poorly. Routines and rituals are powerful ways to help control stress. ��������������- this is a skill which will benefit your whole life.

The beneficial effects of exercise on sleep are well documented though it is not recommended just before bed-time. A swim, a bike ride or any preferred activity in the afternoon encourages a helpful level of weariness. Alcohol can make us drowsy but is a depressant that can seriously disrupt sleep, and is best avoided altogether by teenagers. A major change in sleeping patterns, along with other changes, can be a sign that an adolescent is suffering from worries that are best addressed sooner rather than later. Information comes from ‘teenmatters’ magazine, thanks to an article by Thea O’Connor and from “Surviving Adolescents” by Michael Carr-Gregg.

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The Need For Hope In a world torn by war, famine, economic instability, family conflict, disease, and disaster, people need hope. When a person has hope, his life has meaning and purpose, and he can overcome incredible hardship. A brilliant psychiatrist and observer of human nature, Victor Frankl was a Jewish survivor of the German concentration camps. As a prisoner living for many months on the knife-edge between death and life, he witnessed time and again the essential human need for meaning. He noted that survival in the camps wasn’t as dependent on physical strength as it was on the possession of a deeply felt reason to live. He observed that prisoners usually died if they lost hope and had no purpose for carring on. What hope does our world have? For most modern people, hope can’t be separated from a dream for a new age. Humanity is facing so many crucial problems that only a radical break from the destructive ways of the past seems capable of offering solutions. Francis Schaeffer wrote, “People are hungry for something which will give them hope in life... they are also afraid. Things really do seem hopeless, even on the level of everyday life with its threats of a lower standard of living...of famine and ecological disaster, of devastating war. And they are looking for any answer”. People who do not put their hope in God have no alternative but despair as they think of the future for mankind on planet earth. Christianity reassures people that death is not merely the absurd ending of a meaningless life. The Christian faith promises everlasting life to those who believe in Jesus Christ. What is the reason for biblical hope? The Bible teaches that life in this world is worthwhile. Biblical optimism is founded on faith in a personal God who is in ultimate control of the universe and who gives meaning to history. G.N.

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It May Be Your Child Or Loved One.... Your Property On Fire... Or Your Family In Need Of Police Assistance. Remember - Shef yus poet orf d’ roed! Thank You The Lions Club of Arthurs Vale held their annual Breakfast for Breast Cancer on Sunday 28th October at the Sports & Workers Club. The breakfast was well supported by the Norfolk community and everyone enjoyed a breakfast of fruit and yoghurt, followed by bacon, eggs, sausage, hash browns, ratatoulle, toast and jam. We would like to thank everyone who attended for their support. All profits are put into a special account which is used solely to help women on Norfolk who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Our aim is to help take the pressure off during such a difficult time. The breakfast would not be possible without the help and support of the community. We would like to thank the Sports & Workers Club, especially Tosca for her invaluable help.

Thank You To all my friends and relatives, I would like to thankyou for all the kindness you showed me after my accident on Philip Island. Good bye and thanks all yorlye for me. Also: Foodlands, McCoys Meats, Liquor Bond, Scroogie Cascade Soft Drinks, Trigger, Island Eggs, Greenways Press, Kim Partridge, Martin and Patricia Haymes, Bob and Narelle Little, the cooks: Graeme, Puds & The members of the Norfolk Island branch of the Mark. Australian Red Cross would like to thank everyone A very special thankyou to Dr. Garry who never who supported their Melbourne Cup sweeps this year. says ‘no’ to a good cause. Garry gave an informative The sweep sheets will be on display in the Norfolk and entertaining talk, sang a song he’d written about Mall until Sunday afternoon and prizes can be collected breast cancer (hmm), and generally helped us to feel from Paton Place opposite the Hillcrest Hotel. good and have hope, many many thanks. The breakfast wouldn’t happen without the dedicated people who make up the Lions Club of Arthurs’ Vale. Thankyou all Tracie Greening

Are your signs looking shabby? ������������ MADE TO ORDER • ALL SHAPES, SIZES AND STYLES! Visit Shari at The Sunday Markets and check out our new woodcrafts PERFECT PINE SLAB FINISHING or phone Darren at home on 23363 for more details. Archery News Well done Norfolk!... we look forward to the bigger Last week we shot the November Monthly Medal. 10! The handicap is starting to bring everyone in to line Standings and anyone could have won this one that is for sure! Oct Points Total Total Everyone’s game has lifted and now the scores coming Div 4 Points Score in from the rounds are starting to get better and better. Manawatu 2302 3 3 2302 The round was also counted as part of the Shooter Trentham 2011 3 3 2011 of the Year series as time can be running out with Wanganui 1933 3 3 1933 Christmas just around the corner. Norfolk A 2231 2 2 2231 Judging by past performances we all thought we Dunedin B 1388 2 2 1388 would have to chase Kelly but however Rosa snuck in Randwick 0 0 0 0 under radar and grabs October’s medal. The placings were - Rosa with 31 (from 36) handicap Div 5 points, Keelan and Doug on 30, Jonno on 29, Kelly on Geraldine 2188 3 3 2218 27 and Bob on 25. Colo-i-Suva 2125 3 3 2125 The placings for the FITA FIeld leg of the champs River Glade B 1568 3 3 1568 saw Jonno take out the mens on 157, followed by Norfolk B 2093 2 2 2093 Doug on 121 and Bob on 108. Unfortunately the Suva City 1222 2 2 1222 field was small and Rosa, Kelly and Keelan had no SavuSavu 0 0 0 0 competition. This week we see the 3D leg of the champs. This is Div 6 always a keenly contested part of the champs. See you Norfolk C 1842 3 3 1842 there nice and early to help set out the course. Tonga 0 0 0 0 New Zealand Postal Shoot November Draw The results are in from the October section of the Norfolk A vs Dunedin B New Zealand Postal Shoot. Unfortunately we ripped Norfolk B vs Savu Savu ourselves off shooting the ‘inner 10’ (we have since Norfolk C vs Savu Savu learned there is no ‘inner 10’ in outdoor archery anymore) which is half the size of the regular 10, however we hope we will improve as one would Wednesday Golf imagine we could add another 30+ points per archer for Lisner Monthly Medal, Stroke, was played on the outer 10.... well, we’ll tell ourselves that anyway. Wednesday afternoon. Pleasant conditions on the Manawatu Norfolk A course saw some good results coming in. Patrick Biggs 780 Jonno Snell 789 Ladies winner, Caroline Miratana with Nett 69 was Chris Jones 772 Kelly Kendricks 726 on count back from myself and Pat McCoy. Amanda Hume 750 Bob Kemp 716 Robyn Lockhart took out the pro-pin with a decent 2302 2231 53cm? Norfolk B Geraldine Womens Golf Norfolk Island would like to sincerely Jo Snell 700 Geoff McGowan 763 thank Johana for her continued support of the ladies Michael Graham 699 David Armstrong 734 Monthly Medal. Rosa Ford 694 Clive Grundy 691 Grant Newman was first in the men with Nett 68, 2093 2188 2nd Geoff Parslow Nett 69 and third was Arty with Norfolk C Tonga Nett 70. Tidy scores all round for the place getters. Maree Auckram 669 Default We hope all the visitors enjoyed their day on the Douglas Clark 632 course, it is always a pleasure to have visiting golfers Richard Hare 541 join us, so if you are still around hopefully we’ll see 1842 you on the course again today and next Wednesday. It is well worth remembering when we read these Next Wednesday the 14th, is the B.J. Jewellers scores that the competition is set up in such a way that Sponsor Day, 4BBB Stableford, choice of partner. each club’s top nine archers form the teams A, B and See you there. C. So, in theroy our small club of nine adults total form Tane. our three teams, while Manawatu may have 40 archers and their top nine form their A, B and C teams. The Norfolk Islander “Norfolk Island’s Community Newspaper for more than 40 years” is now online for international subscribers. For more information go to www.norfolkislander.com Email newsatislander.nf or telephone 22159 Wednesday Bowls Phil Jones and Kerry Roberts got ‘off’ to a flyer It was nice to welcome six visitors on Wednesday against Graham Forsyth and Knuckles wining the first who joined the members in a game of mixed social five ends picking up sixteen shots. The final score - pairs and another of triples. They were Bev and Kev 31-6. Brights and Carole and Roger Alderman from Panania The match ups this afternoon - Norm LeCren and Memorial Bowling Club, Ray Williams from Bribie Jack Frazer vs Gavin Snell and Spider Webb. Gaeton Island and Albert...? - you will have to give me lesson Boudan and Brian Bates vs Phil Jones and Kerry on how to pronounce and spell your name Albert. We Roberts. Good bowling guys. hope you enjoyed your games as we enjoyed your Social bowls will also be played this afternoon. company. Names to be in by 1.30pm for a 2.00pm start. Visitors Terry and Carole A played Keith and Plute over 17 are always welcome at the Bowlo. ends with the final score going to Terry and Carole Jim and Debbie are in Australia playing in the World 21-13. Champion of Champions Singles Tournament that is In the triples Kerry, Carole Y. (nice to see you on being played in Warilla Bowls Club. the green) and Bev didn’t look like winners against I believe the weather has not been that flash! Roger, Ray and Albert with the score 16-8 on the 14th Competition was to start on Wednesday, 7th of end, then they got 11 (eleven!) on the last four ends November. We wish Jim and Debbie the best of luck! - final score 19-16. Clancy. Jackie and Nancy played their second game in the pairs championships against Kitha and Ann. Kitha and Ann made a formidable pair to have a good win 24- 10. Kate and Phoebe played Marg and Wendy. By the score card it was a good close game but Marg and Wendy took out the honours 25-19. There will be no further play in this competition until Debbie’s return from Warilla. Results from her first match - Norfolk drew Ireland and lost 8-6 in both sets. During the weekend Kerry and Force played another game of the Open Singles. Kerry got the 25 on the 24th end to Forces 16. Tim and Phil played the shortest game in this competition so far with Phil getting 25 to Tim’s 7 on the 18th end. By the time this paper hits the streets Libby Churchyard will be on her way to work in Northern “The Cadbury Schweppes” Australia. All the members wish you well. You will be missed not only as a good player but a strong supporter of the club. 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Thursday Night Bowls Cost $10 per head, includes playing cost and Sterlo came first and Tri-Nation runners up in the BBQ feed. finals of the current competition. Next round starts on the 15th. Got your team in Parents come along, have a hit with the kids your yet? paying for to learn how to play. 6.00pm 16th November Bowls News The finals of the Junior Championships This afternoon the semi-finals of the Pairs Championship will be played. will also be played Results from last weekend - Gaeton Boudan and Brian Bates were too good for last year’s winners Moochie Christian and Clancy Tall. Gaeton and Brian lead from start to finish winning 22-18. Norm LeCren and Jack Frazer 25 def. Peter Walkenshaw and John Deadman 17. Phil Billman and Col Knight played Gavin Snell and Spider Webb were in front 17-7 with five ends to go, but Gavin and Spider came home with a wet sail getting up 19-17. Golf Report Pistol News Last Saturday 73 players turned up to battle out Saturday the 27th of October dawned fine and with the 11th round of the Cadbury Schweppes Masters no wind what more could you ask for,for an afternoons Monthly Medal to determine who would be the overall shooting. winner of the trip away. Our thanks go to Cadbury Some of us went out in the morning for a bit of a Schweppes and Geoff Bennett for their ongoing working bee to try and make sure all is in place for our support of this wonderful year long event. Coming International Shoot in the first week of December. into this last round, the scores were close with any one The event for the afternoon was supposed to be of three players in the hunt. swap a gun where members get to try different pistols, There were some very hot scores posted on the day, mainly for new shooters to give them a chance to try with Wayne Richards on 65 winning on a countback before you buy. from Kim Davies also on 65. Third was Snapper Blanch Due to the fact that all those who turned up own on 66 also on a countback from Hose Gardner on 66 their own and much complaining of being unfair by followed by Mitchell Graham on 67 and Pete Yager the only left hander in the club it was decided to shoot on 68. Errol Wilson was the winner of the Seniors Sport Pistol.Good to see a couple of the members who event with a credible 68. Robyn Lockhart took out the have not been out for a while. ladies with a 70 nett followed by Terry Gray on 72 and At the end of the 30 rounds of precision the scores Vanessa Magri on 74. Pete Cassidy won the pro pin looked like this, whilst Shane McCoy took out the nearest the pin on Graham 268 the 9th/18th, Kevin Adams the 2nd /11th and Sheryl Kevin 266 Adams on the 7th/16th. Hose also had an eagle on the Cocky 264 day to pick up another voucher. Harvey 245 The overall result of the Masters Monthly Medal is Clinton 241 determined by the best 7 scores over 11 rounds and the Jac 240 winner of the 2007 Masters Monthly Medal is Darren Alex 215 Anderson with 477. Darren took out the event from Ruebz 188 David Magri 482, Chris Magri 482, Brent Hattersley Then the targets started to turn for the rapid fire 483, Pete Cassidy 486, Snapper Blanch 494, David stage, this is when placings start to change but not McCowan 496, Kevin Adams 497, Dave Mayo 497 much change this time. At the end of the match the and Wayne Richards 498. Winning the Junior event scores were, and a trip away to the Jack Newton Junior Golf Cocky 524 Foundation camp was Blake O’Hara on 495 from Kevin 512 Joel Kelly on 496. Congratulations go to Darren and Graham 504 Blake on winning this prestigious event and we know Harvey 499 they are going to have a great time. Well done to all of Clinton 477 the other winners who tried hard throughout the year. Jac 475 Next month will be the 12th round Medal of Medals, Alex 437 so good luck to all of the monthly winners. Ruebz 369 Todays event is the annual Hawkesbury Cup, an Thanks to all those who made it to the working bee Individual Stableford Choice of Teams sponsored on the 3rd of November. by the Windsor crew of TK, Cooky, Jo and Snapper. The scheduled shoot for this Saturday is Sport Pistol. Tee off times are 8-30am and 1pm and all players are Welcome home to Stephen who has just returned from asked to have their cards in 15 minutes prior to tee off. shooting in the Oceania Shooting Champs held in If you are going to be late please ring the pro shop to Sydney last week he didnt win but he didn’t disgrace arrange a card. himself either. Quote: Misfire. “A professional will tell you the amount of flex you need in the shaft of your club. The more the flex, the more strength you will need to break the thing over TO RENT your knees”. Stephen Baker ONE BEDROOM OPEN PLAN COTTAGE, Upcoming Events: modern and fully furnished, centrally situated in New • Wednesday 14th November – BJ’s Jewelers Cascade Road, just minutes from main town. Great Day – 4BBB Stableford Choice of Partner little place. Phone Barb on 22579 or 50579. • Saturday 17th November – Club Championship Round 1 – Stroke • Sunday 18th November – Club Championship Round 2 – Stroke ISLAND VET SURGERY • Wednesday 21st November – To be advised Middlegate • Saturday 24th November – Club Championship Round 3 – Stroke Telephone: 50838 or 23838 • Sunday 25th November – Club Championship Round 4 – Stroke Ph: 50VET Cap’n Stumpy Over 35’s Rugby News On behalf of the Creaky Ol Convicts Over 35 Rugby Club, we would like to announce our winners of our raffle drawn Sunday 4th November. 1st Prize Graham Struthers winning the Bin of Booze 2nd Prize Cherie Hamilton-Irvine - Blackwater/Rum Ruckers Footy Jumper 3rd Prize Wayne Martinovich - Ladies Tool Set 4th Prize Robyn Tavener - Box Fan We would also like to thank all our supporters, players, Kaye our medic, Steve Robertson for refereeing all the games, Tosca and Kelly for the drinks and food, Big Al for his drums and a special thank you to Christian- Bailey Agencies, Petes Place and members for your donations. We had great weather for our first local rugby games. The first game was a good game with Ian’s Glorious White Knights taking on Ronny Nobbs Red Team. There were some good runs by Mal and Craig, a good intercept by Frank and Tim was the playmaker. The next game saw Gary’s Green team against Ronny’s Red Team. Pooh had an easy try, just too good for the reds, Jeff showed some great passes and Craney scored with no chase by the greens. Our last game was Gary’s Greens versing Ian’s White Knights. This was another good game, with a good run by Brandt, but Frank saved the day and stopped the try. Our Man of the Match Award went to Frank Stanton. Whinger of the Day went to Ian Anderson and our Encouragement Award went to Trent Christian. All in all everyone had a great afternoon and we look forward to making the next comp an even bigger, better, funnier day. On a more serious note, we are going to put in an order for more Creaky Ol Convict Ugly Jumpers soon. If anyone in the community would like to purchase one please call Raewyn Tarrant or Gary Dowling before 15th November. Cost $50 to members, $60 non-members. Thanks again to everyone who helped out for our fundraiser and keep looking at this column to see what is coming up next. Squash News Club Champs are on this weekend at the Squash Courts, draw is as follows for Saturday and Sunday. Everyone is welcome to come and watch some great squash. Good luck to all playing in the Club Champs. SATURDAY Matt S v Cody 11.30 am Kit v Peter Yoga and Mobility Sarlu v Debby 12.00 pm Lisa v Tina Mobility is something that naturally decreases with Poppa v Mitchell 12.30 pm Puk v Matt B age. As we get older our bodies change and wear and Brian v Leonard 1.00 pm Craig v Blake tear becomes evident. Malanie v Lisa 1.30 pm Matt S v Kit Keeping joints healthy is essential to staying mobile longer and with more ease. Sarlu v Felecia 2.00 pm Polly v Tina Yoga can help your body to restore and maintain Mal T v Mitchell 2.30 pm Brendon v Poppa mobility. Asanas (postures) reduce stiffness, maintain Virginia v Debby 3.00 pm Leonard v Blake flexibility and can help with strengthening and softening Snobbles v Craig 3.30 pm Russell v Peter tight muscles while improving cardiovascular fitness to maintain a healthy weight putting less pressure on Tina v Melanie 4.00 pm Duncan v Matt B joints. Don v Mitchell 4.30 pm Felecia v Jo A regular practice will release tension in the body Mal T v Brendon 5.00 pm Mal R v Puk built up by stress that can manifest as a number of Brian v Blake 5.30 pm Leonard v Snobbles physical ailments. Yoga can have a wonderful flow on effect throughout the rest of your daily life making you feel better in so many ways, essentially making your SUNDAY body a more comfortable place “to be”. Respark the Debby v Felecia 10.30 am zest for life and have more energy to do the things you Russell v Matt S 11.00 am Cody v Kit want to be doing is a wonderful incentive to begin. Join Friends of Yoga on the mat upstairs in the Cyber Lisa v Polly 11.30 am Poppa v Mal T Centre at the end of the village, Tuesday 5.30pm with Don v Brendon 12.00 pm Craig v Leonard Sarah and Thursday 5.30pm with Sue. Virginia v Sarlu 12.30 pm Matt B v Mal R Namaste Brian v Snobbles 1.00 pm Puk v Duncan Doubles 1.30 pm Doubles Norfolk Island Bridge Club We had a very pleasant evening at Governor’s Lodge Tuesday night comp on Tuesday, with 5 tables in play, when we took part in Draw is as follows: the Australia Wide Spring Pairs competition. Game was made on 19 of the 27 pre-set boards Week : 4 - 13th Nov played. There were several very uneven hands, some Court 1 Court 2 of them making their contracts for both E/W and N/S. 5.00 Ct1 Brendon vs Felecia Well done to Vicky and Anne who called and made Ct2 Tracey vs Jake slam on Board 24. Three other boards yielded slam 5.30 Ct1 Russell vs Ed results, but the potential was not seen. Congratulations to Vicky and Anne who were 1st Ct2 Matt vs Tina with 62.5%, followed by Vanda and Pauline, 2nd with 6.00 Ct1 Polly vs Lisa 57.87 % and Liz and Jim, 3rd with 54.63%. Ct2 Peter vs Melanie We meet at the A & H Hall every Tuesday at 7.00p.m. A warm welcome is extended to visitors and a partner 6.30 Ct1 Pops vs Mitchell can usually be arranged, if required, by phoning Vanda Ct2 Poppa vs Mal T on 23096 or Marie Freshwater on 22521.

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NOW OPEN FROM 2pm WED, SAT, SUN Two Chimney’s Road • Steele’s Point Cheryl Tennis Club Wednesday Night Greenways Press Comp – Junior Club Championship Finals and Start of a new comp and the draw/teams are – Danny Cadbury’s Bbq Night Nobbs, Karen Menadue and Ed Hubber v Jonno Snell, Friday 16th November will have the finals of the Trevor Gow and Alan McNeil; Brett Bergagnin, Rhys Junior Club Championships to be run in conjunction Schmitz and Jo Snell v Georgie Gray, James Elliott with a Cadburys BBQ night. Start time for the Junior and Luke Stevens; Amanda Cribb, Jason Quintal and Finals will be 5.00. Nik Mitchell v Sam Taylor, Ross Hogan and Dylan This is a great opportunity for all you parents to Billman. Don’t forget it’s a 5.30pm start. come on down, support your kids and join in some fun Thursday Night – Social night, all locals and following the finals having dinner with the kids – plus visitors to Norfolk are welcome to come on down to the opportunity to go out and have some fun on the the club at around 5.30 for some social fun. courts with them after dinner. This all at the minimal For all of you who aren’t currently playing in a team, cost of only $10 each – the cheapest entertainment and be it Monday’s for the social team night of the week, feed you’ll get on the island. Mens comp on a Tuesday or Wednesday Mixed comp, Please let the club know numbers ASAP so catering if you’d like to list yourself as a reserve, or interested can be organised. in playing when the next comp starts, please give the Air New Zealand – Burnt Pine Travel club a call and get your name down. Challenge Madisons Challenge Week two of the event, start time is 2.00pm and the DOUBLES FINALS – Please note doubles finals draw is - are 24 November, mark your calendars as this will Pool A – David Sanders and Georgie Gray v Danny not be changed except for the inevitable possibility of Nobbs and Lynne Mogey, Shane Laginikoro and rain. Amanda Cribb v Kevin Randall and Toni Wilson. The new Mixed Doubles comp will start immediately Pool B –Ross Hogan and Denise Weir v Jonno Snell we have 15 pairs entered, and most importantly and Gloria Gervasoni, Trevor Gow and Sue Hemsley having paid their entry fees. This will also be the case v Sam Taylor and Julie South, Mark Hayes and Karen following finals day of the Doubles comp. Menadue have the bye first up. The singles part of the challenge has sufficient Pool C – Daryl Reynolds and Irene Buffett v Peter numbers to begin, and once all entrants have paid their Swynenberg and Jo Snell, Rhys Schmitz and Felecia entry fee we can start the challenges. Evans v Nik Mitchell and Lauren Yager, and James Queries/Disputes: - To be directed to the Madison’s Elliott and Eva Studniarczuk have the bye. match committee where its decisions will be final. Everyone will be playing four sets on the afternoon Upcoming Events so bring your fitness with you, and off course the bar Planning a Christmas Party or Celebration of a will be open for those spectators who’d like to come Special Event- For all those workplaces, members, along to watch some great tennis. friends, relatives and others currently considering Membership Fees organising their Christmas functions – yes it’s not that All club membership fees are now overdue. Fees far away – or any birthdays, anniversary’s or other for the new year are Family’s $165, Singles - $70 and function we at the tennis club are happy to look at Juniors - $35. Early payment of these fees assists the attending them for you here at the club. If you’ve got club in planning for the coming year and ensuring an idea we can probably cater for it, so if yorlye have that we remain the exceptional sports place we enjoy. any queries please give the club a call. Any membership fees not paid by 30 September will commence being charged the higher nightly comp fee of $9, rather than the usual $6. Night Comps ALL PLAYERS playing in the Monday, Tuesday NORFOLK ISLAND LEAGUES CLUB and Wednesday night competitions please note that it Open 7 Days from 11.00a.m. is your responsibility to find a reserve if you are unable to play, and not call the club at 5.00pm on the night to visitors welcome advise you “can’t make it”. If you are unable to front it is your responsibility to pay the nights fee for your • Full Bar Service • replacement. • Club Restaurant • Monday Night N I Gas Comp – We start a new Lunch - Monday to Sunday comp this week which will take us up to Christmas 12midday to 2.00p.m. and a new comp will start 7 January 2008 – so you all Dinner - MondayMonday toto SundaySunday have plenty of time to get a team together and work off 6.00p.m. - 8.00p.m. your Christmas excesses in the New Year. The draw for this week is Mariella’s Mob v Ed’s Eagles, N I Gas v Friday open until 9.00p.m. Jackie’s Gang, Charlottes Angels v Swynie’s Swingers (Private Functions Catered for) and Benjamins have the bye. • Live Entertainment • Tuesday Night Smudgies Restrings and Head Comp – Round 3 of the comp, with the draw being • Big Screen TV • Squash Courts • Danny v Mark, Smudgie v Slack, Ummy v Grub and Shane’s team has the bye. ‘Phone 22440 CLASSIFIEDS For Sale, Positions Vacant, Wanted to Buy, Notices, For Rent etc

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MISSING OR BORROWED from the Golf Club is a BLACK BUGGY with a seat. Please return to where it was removed from or phone Darls on 22235 or 50003. Its return would be appreciated ����������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������ WANTED ��������������������������� EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST GENERAL HAND / COMPOSTER - FLEXIBLE / FULL TIME. Experience necessary. A sense on humour also needed. Contact P.O. Box 804 with written details.

Garrison Restaurant is looking for WAITSTAFF good chance to earn some extra money for Christmas ph EOI 2007/3955 - Minor Construction Works 22073 or call Kurt & Jill at home on 22488 ��������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������������������ ������������������������������������������������� RESERVATIONS MANAGER. The All Season ��������������������������������������������������������������� Colonial Norfolk Island is seeking a Reservations ������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������������������ Manager. Experience in a hotel reservation system is ������������������������������������������������������������ essential, X training will be given. All applicants with ����������������������������� suitable experience are asked to apply by phoning

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Some of the qualities we are looking for: � Commitment to excellence in WANTED - HOUSE TO SIT customer service � Jason, Nicola and Ewan would like to house sit your Positive attitude and flexible house and pet from the 13th - 24th January 2008. thinking Please reply to Barry, ph 23760 � Ability to maintain cool under pressure when necessary FOR RENT � Professional manner � Multi skilled ---- Prepared to do TO RENT: 1bdr FSC Unit, $80/week; Close to town. whatever office work required from Phone 22325; A/H 22580 reception to special events � Galileo & Crosscheck qualifications THREE BEDROOM HOUSE. Centrally located. preferred Clean, neat and tidy. $120 per week and bond etc � Self – motivated includes lawn upkeep. Please ‘phone 23598 Absolute confidentiality ensured! Modern as new TWO BEDROOM GROUND ��������������������������������������� FLOOR APARTMENT, modern furnishings, garden ���������������������������������� setting with fruit trees, back verandah & front patio, quiet location, easy access. Fully furnished. $90 per HOUSEKEEPER requiredrequired forfor AccommodationAccommodation week. Ph: Barb on 22579 a/hours. Property (10 cottages). We are seeking the right person who is experienced and can work independently for POSITIONS VACANT this full time (6 day) permanent salaried position with an immediate start. Weekend work required. Good CAR DETAILER Must be a good worker, have a pay & conditions in this relaxing work environment. current drivers licence and be able to work weekends This is a genuine vacancy – not a TEP renewal. Email (Sat, very occasionally Sunday mornings). Enquiries resume to [email protected] or call to Lou Tavener ADVANCE HIRE CARS Ph 23119 Rael at 22721 / 50777 SHOP ASSISTANT required for Franks Shoes. Full FULL TIME PIZZA CHEF - must have two years time or part time. Please ‘phone Graeme Rayner on experience of scratch dough and wood fi red pizza 22703 ovens. Please ‘phone 24118 QUALIFIED BUTCHER. Slicks Butchery requires Eldoo Hire Cars require a FULL-TIME PERSON an experienced Butcher. Heavy lifting, early starts and FOR CAR DETAILING, OFFICE WORK AND weekend work are all requirements of this position SIGN UPS. Great communication skills and an ability along with a positive attitude and excellent customer to deal head-on with the aged public. Hardworking all skills. Applicants must be able to perform above the rounder please. Equal opportunity employer. Current call of duty, be of a neat and tidy appearance, honest drivers licence essential. Please call 24355 - regrettably, and reliable. All applicants with suitable experience this is a Patci replacement. (remember...... the are asked to apply by phoning the Manager on 22013. customer has an opinion!!) Preferred balled headed!!! FULLY QUALIFIED HAIRDRESSER. Preferred WORK WANTED applicant will have excellent customer relations, be able to work unsupervised, reliable, maintain high GROUND MAINTENANCE. Mowing, Whipper standards, be responsible for running the salon, stock Snipping, Bobcating Services. Please contact Yvan control, bookkeeping. Excellent conditions to the Boudan on ph 23591 or 50591 right applicant. Apply in writing with full CV to PO Box 449. VISITING SPECIALISTS

Seaworld Reef and Beef Restaurant is seeking the November 26th Prof Hooper Endocrinologist services of a RELIEF CHEF mainly for Wednesday 2008 and Saturday nights. No prep duties involved. Other January 6th to 14th Dr Benness Gynaecologist nights will be available from time to time. Please January Dr Thomas Gastroenterologist telephone Ester on 23267 for complete details of the January Dr Grant Urologist position. Please ‘phone the hospital for an appointment.

BEAUTY THERAPIST required. Full or part time. MEETINGS AND AGMS Please ‘phone Kim at Expressions on 23805 NORFOLK ISLAND FISHING ASSOCIATION NORFOLK ISLAND GAS HAS A FULL TIME AGM is to be held on Thursday, 15th November. POSITION TO FILL, The work will be varied, but 2007 at 5.15pm at Christians Cave. A good attendance will include delivering exchange cylinders to customers please. premises, the maintenance of property and equipment. Would those interested pleases contact Chris at the Gas A SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING of the Norfolk Center in the fi rst instance. This position replaces the Island Bowling Club and Bowls Council Inc. i s called part time position previously advertised. for Thursday December 6th 2007 at 7.00pm to accept or otherwise. A Notice of Motion duly signed dated NOTICES 2nd November 2007 copy of such being available for viewing on the club’s notice board. Signed ISLAND VET SURGERY. Contactable on 50838 Steve Kennedy 1st Vice President for the General (50VET) OR 23838 Committee.

BANYAN PARK PLAYCENTRE is now The AGM FOR THE ECONORFOLK calling for 3 and 4 year old enrollments for FOUNDATION INC. will be held at the headquarters 2008. Enrollment forms are available from the of the Foundation at Chamm Cottage, Mission Road Day Care Centres, Banyan Park or by emailing on Saturday 24th November 2007 at 2pm. [email protected] All interested persons are welcome to attend. For Children currently enrolled are required to re- further details contact 22385 or 23086 enrol and update details. To avoid disappointment please return forms to Banyan Park by 12noon on 14th December. LAT.29004’S LONG. 167056’E NORFOLK ISLAND A & H SHOW PRESENTATION EVENING The TASMAN SEA presentation of prizes and trophies won at his years A Times and Heights of High and Low Waters & H Show will be held on Wednesday 14 November in the A & H Hall commencing at 7:30 pm. HIGH Hgt LOW Hgt PILATES CLASSES ALL LEVELS . If you have NOVEMBER a time slot and a couple of friends we will run a class Saturday 10 8.39am 1.6 2.45pm 0.4 to suit you. Wednesday 3 P.M., Thursday 9.30 A.M.& Sunday 11 9.13am 1.6 3.20pm 0.4 5.30 P.M. Monday 12 9.46am 1.6 3.20pm 0.4 TRIM, TONE AND FIRM 6.00AM Thursday. Tuesday 13 10.21am 1.6 3.56pm 0.4 Aura studio behind Photopress in Douglas Drive Wednesday 14 10.59am 1.6 5.11pm 0.5 REMEDIAL AND RELAXATION MASSAGE Thursday 15 11.40am 1.5 5.54pm 0.5 treating sciatica, fi brimyalgia, sporting injuries and Friday 16 12.27pm 1.5 5.42am 0.4 much more. Phone 23001. 53215 for more information. Saturday 17 1.21pm 1.4 6.32am\ 0.4 Gift vouchers available.

DISPLAY AND CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Please supply your BY MAIL BY FAX BY EMAIL name, day and [email protected] evening telephone The Norfolk Islander (Int +6723) 22948 number. P.O. Box 248, Norfolk Island Come Worship With Us. CHURCH OF ENGLAND ST. PHILIP HOWARD CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Rod Oldfi eld Queen Elizabeth Avenue Telephone 22763 Rectory: Headstone Road Telephone: 22293 Administrator Rev. Dr. Neil Brown SUNDAY 8.00 am Holy Communion at St Barnabas Chapel. Parish Council - President Barbara Hehir 9.30 am Holy Communion at St Barnabas Chapel. followed Secretary Margaret Kiernan. Treasurer - Joan Irwin by morning tea 7.30 pm Evening Prayer (1662) at All Saints Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation and Weddings Kingston followed by “Sing A Long”. contact Barbara Hehir - ph 22010. MONDAY 7.30 pm Bible Study at John and Mary Duke’s Rosary - Sunday 8.30am (Preceding Mass) Home MASS - SUNDAY 9.00am WEDNESDAY 5.30 pm Bible Study at John and Mary PRAYER MEETING - Wednesday 3.15pm. All welcome. Duke’s Home RADIO PROGRAMME 2NI Thursday 4.00pm THURSDAY 5.15 pm Prayer Time at All Saints Kingston Piety Stall open before and after Sunday Mass. FRIDAY 12.00 md Bible Study at All Saints Kingston 3.00- 4.30 pm After School Kids (A.S.K.) Club at Uniting Church Hall. 5.00 pm. Radio Programme Radio Norfolk AM & FM Bands SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH UNITING CHURCH Pastor George C. Porter Cascade Road Pastor Laurie Reid T Telephone:elephone: 22179 Manse and Church: New Cascade Road. Tel 22201 When the outlook is poor try the uplook email: [email protected] SUNDAY 11th at 10 am: Praise and Worship Service with Website: www.norfolkisland.gscadventist.org.au Rev. Laurie and Faye Reid who will be ministering to us for MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY: 2:00 to 4:00 pm. South the next month. All welcome Pacifi c Display Centre is open to Tourists and all interested TUESDAY 6th at 4 pm: Radio Programme in the AM persons. Band TUESDAY 2:002:00 pmpm toto 4:304:30 pm:pm: Ladies Arts and Crafts NEED HELP? time. 7:30 pm Bible Study and Prayer fellowship UNIFAM FAMILY and RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING: WEDNESDAY : 5: 5:0000 p pmm Radio Programme on Radio Phone Sydney 9891 1328 Norfolk This is a service of the Uniting Church SATURDAY: Sabbath Services: 9:30 am Sabbath School OPPORTUNITY SHOP and Bible Study for all ages. 11:00 am. Divine Service- A The Opportunity Shop sells good clean clothes, small word from the Lord. household items, Bibles, “Hymns of Norfolk Island” books VISITORS AND SEARCHERS - Always welcome for Norfolk Island CDs worship and fellowship, with God our Maker and Life. HOURS- Monday to Friday: 9 am to 12 Noon SOUTH PACIFIC DISPLAY CENTRE – Friday: 2 pm to 5 pm; Saturday: 10 am to 12 Noon Tourist Attraction Best of its kind in the South Pacifi c – South Pacifi c Artefacts Including Signifi cant Pitcairn Items on display NORFOLK ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Open Monday and Wednesday 2:00 to 4:00 pm A Christian Outreach Centre Admission $2:00 ….. *** LOCATION – THE HUB *** Taylors Road next to Sims Supermarket ***Visitors very welcome at all services*** SUNDAY 10.00am. Worship Service and Communion. Morning tea and Fellowship Time after service. Guest INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES speaker, Pastor Steve Knox. Childrens Sunday School - “Strive for universal peace. Seek the means of love. Destroy TBA 5.00pm the basis of disagreement so that this material world may MONDAY 6.00pm Prayer Meeting followed by coffee and become divine, the world of matter become the realm of the Bible study Kingdom, and humanity attain to the world of perfection TUESDAY: 9.45am - 11.30 ‘Mainly Music’ for ‘Pre- where God’s Will is done on earth as it is in heaven.” schoolers’ and Mums. 7.00pm. Bible Study For enquiries or discussion please ‘phone 22116. FRIDAY: 6:30pm “Ignited Youth!”eextremextreme aactivities,ctivities, ffun,un, café, life skills - in recess. Remember – Hillsong TV on TVNI Sundays at 8:00 am The Community Church - Taylor’s Road - ph 23856

METEOROLOGICAL DATA - NOVEMBER 2007 DAY DATE M.S.L.Press TEMP. WIND RAIN SUNSHINE (hpa) 9am MAX. MIN Dir’n KNOTS TIME Thursday 1st 1022.2 21.4 16.2 E 20 0317 Trace 11.0 Friday 2nd 1019.1 22.2 14.4 ENE 24 1304 0.0 11.2 Saturday 3rd 1019.0 22.1 14.7 ESE 17 1004 0.0 10.2 Sunday 4th 1017.2 22.4 15.4 NE 16 1139 0.0 11.7 Monday 5th 1014.4 23.2 17.4 WNW 15 0943 Trace 10.8 Tuesday 6th 1013.3 23.6 17.1 SW 21 1940 Trace 10.0 Wednesday 7th 1014.8 23.3 17.0 SSE 16 1221 0.0 9.5 MONTHLY MEANS FOR NOV. (All Years) RAINFALL SO FAR FOR NOV : Tracemm MEAN MAX TEMP (oc) : 21.7 RAINFALL FOR 2007 TO DATE : 850.4 MEAN MIN TEMP (oc) : 16.1 MEAN ANNUAL RAINFALL : 1309.3 Daily SUNSHINE (Hours) : 7.9 AVERAGE NOVEMBER RAINFALL : 73.2mm