The Norfolk ISLANDER the World of Norfolk’S Community Newspaper for More Than 49 Years

The Norfolk ISLANDER The World of Norfolk’s Community Newspaper for more than 49 Years

FOUNDED 1965

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 49, No. 41 SATURDAY, 29th NOVEMBER 2014 Price $2.75

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A taste of success!! Norfolk Island’s inaugural food festival concluded this week and visitorFood enjoyment Stalls was high on the menu from the start, rightMarket through Stalls to Pancakes by the Bay Fes�val Night Fun Licensed Bar Tue 25th Nov 5.00pm breakfast Friday morningEntertainment on glorious Emily Bay. This is just a brieftill Midnightnote to thank everyone who has Kingston Compound had an involvement in the development of the NI Food Tickets available at the gate Festival concept, the many supporting and sponsoring $10 Adults - Accompanied kids are free! organisations, the stall holders in Kingston, our many No BYO permi�ed talented local Chef’s, performing artists, logistics and management organisers, NI Administration workers, bus drivers, hosting venues, MC’s, decorators, removalists (chairs/tables/bits and pieces), cafes/ restaurants/resorts... everybody who has made this such an enjoyable and memorable festival event for Norfolk’s calendar. FFourour CChefs(continuedhefs overleaf) DDinnerinner GGovernorsovernors LLodgeodge RResortesort HHotelotel TThuhu 227th7th NNovov 66.30pm.30pm - DDress:ress: EEveningvening 4 CCoursesourses ccookedooked bbyy 4 cchefshefs ((NorfolkNorfolk BBlue,lue, HHilli,illi, RRachelachWhatel & FFastas ta EEd) dcatch!) Early last Tuesday morning the Greenwood brothers Complimentary Drink on arrival - EEntertainmentntertainment bbyy RRickick RRobertsonobertson (Tommy and Scotty) and young Blair Martin went to TTicketsickets aavailablevailable ffromrom NNII VVisitorsisitors CCentreenseatre in PPh: hScotty’s: 2221472147 boat Greenback. (continued inside)

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www.norfolkislandfoodfestival.com [email protected] A taste of success!! - continued venue. Pancakes by the Bay wrapped up a beautiful We have been privileged to have the high profile week with breakfast on the Emily Bay surrounds, personalities of Dominic Rizzo and Fast Ed on the singing, Tahitian dancing and great company. island to bring the celebrity pizazz! It has also been Thanks fe coming to all our visitors and participants, such a pleasure to share this event with the food congratulations to everyone involved in successfully festival package holders and Norfolk Island visitors. launching a new event for Norfolk Island and to quote Thank you to you all for spending a memorable week Fast Ed, “Cook with Passion, eat with love!” on our island. There were many highlights over the week, feedback from our visitors and attendees emphasized the welcome and the personalities involved in the Galloping Gourmet. Taste Norfolk’s Bounty created a sensational ambience with an array of stalls and almost a thousand people in the compound. The Thanksgiving Island Feast was a smorgasbord of local talent, culture and cuisine. Wild Wetl’s four Chefs Dinner was an absolute showcase of fine food, entertainment and

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TAYLORS ROAD EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: (Int + 6723) 22405 WEBSITE: www.petesplace.nlk.nf FAX: (Int + 6723) 23098 What A Catch! Continued from front page) They went out 12 mile or so to the south west of the Island on the edge of the shelf. As they arrived they noticed a large school of slimy mackerel were showing on the fish finder so they dropped down some small jigs and in no time had half a dozen in the live bait tank. Then they went looking for kingfish which didn’t take long, Blair and Tommy dropped jigs while Scotty grabbed out a live Slimy and sent it down. First drop and Blair was hooked up to a nice kingfish. New Official Secretary It is with much pleasure I announce the commencement A few seconds later Scotty’s live bait was eaten too this week of my new Official Secretary, Mr Robin (Rob) but instead of swimming away from the boat like a McKenzie OAM. kingfish would, the fish came back towards them and Rob comes to Norfolk Island after 16 years in to their surprise 2 large Blue fins appeared at the back Australia’s diplomatic service at the Department of of the boat some 8ft apart, first call was Mako but at Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). Most recently, he closer inspection it was clearly a Marlin! Scotty had was the Director of International Agricultural Trade not yet set the hook in this fish as he wanted to wait Policy and Negotiations in Canberra and performed a un till Blair had landed his kingfish and the boat was key role at the recent G-20 Summit in Brisbane. clear in case all hell broke loose when the Marlin was He has completed two overseas diplomatic postings hooked. Scotty said the Marlin was fairly relaxed for at DFAT - to the Australian Embassy in Tokyo, Japan and the first 20 minutes or so before waking up and putting earlier to the Australian High Commission in Tarawa, on some spectacular jumps and runs on the surface for Kiribati. the next 2 hours. At about the 2-2.5 hour mark the Rob grew up in Western Australia, where he graduated Marlin went deep and peeled off about 300 metres of from Murdoch University with degrees in law and Asian line! Just what Scotty wanted after already slugging studies. away at it for over 2 hours in the sun! Scotty said it He met his wife, Mari, at University in Perth and took some good boat and rod work to get the fish back together they have four sons – Taiga, Kai, Yuki and up and after 3.5 hours and covering some 15km in the Hiroki. Rob’s family will remain in Canberra to boat chasing it! complete the current school term before moving to the The Marlin was all but spent and came to the gaff Island in January next year. where it was secured then hauled onboard from the Rob completes my team for 2015 of Richard Hay back head first with all 3 men putting their backs into (Commonwealth Financial Officer) and Matt Alexander it. It was a Blue Marlin, 9ft from the bottom jaw to the (Commonwealth Heritage Officer). tail fork and weighed 225kg! A first for the Greenwoods Our ohoto shows (l to r) Matt Alexander but almost definitely not the last! (Commonwealth Heritage Manager), Rob McKenzie They do run Greenwoods Fishing Adventures, you OAM (Official Secretary), the Hon Gary Hardgrave, can check them out at www.greenwoodsfishingadvent Richard Hay (Commonwealth Financial Officer). ures.com and on facebook. Mr Roger Gottlob, who has acted as Official Secretary for the past four months, leaves on Saturday. He goes with my sincere thanks and he will continue to work in Norfolk Island’s best interests as a senior member of the Australian Government’s Norfolk Island Reform Team. His Honour the Hon. Gary Hardgrave Administrator of Norfolk Island

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    A joyful and pleasant thing it is to on this island. On Mrs. Mary Duke’s radio programme she mentioned the importance of Thanksgiving Day to be thankful” the Pitcairn people. It is only fitting that I should read In spite of the doubts and uncertainties that are causing Psalm 145, King David’s praise Psalm from the old worry about the way ahead for those who call Norfolk King Jame’s testament - “I will extoll thee, my God and Island their home, we all - residents and visitors alike King; and I will thank You for ever and ever.” - had the wonderful opportunity to give thanks for the His Honour the Administrator The Hon. Gary great pleasure of being present on this beautiful Island Hardgrave read the Second Lesson from Colossians 3, on Wednesday, 26th November 2014 - to participate verse 12 - “You are the people of God; he loved you in the wonderful religious and cultural celebration of and chose you for his own. So then, you must clothe Thanksgiving Day. yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, Thanksgiving is a holiday in the USA and Canada gentleness, and patience. Sing psalms, hymns, and when people give thanks. Visitors to Norfolk Island sacred songs; sing to God with thanksgiving in your could be forgiven if they asked the question-”how did hearts. Everything you do or say, then should be done in the most American of holidays end up on a remote the name of the Lord Jesus, as you give thanks through Australian territory in the middle of the South Pacific?” him to God the Father”. Thanksgiving was Isaac Robinson’s idea. Robinson Revered Broughton then gave us his Thanksgiving was an American trader who settled on Norfolk as agent Day message - “The second lesson read to us by the for Burns Philp & Co. Ltd., later becoming Norfolk’s Administrator - Colossians chapter 3, verse 12 - “God Registrar of Lands and the island’s first (and so far only) loves you and has chosen you as His own special people” United States Consul. The idea of Norfolk having an - was how he opened his address. American consul does sound slightly absurd today, but in When we look around us at nature, we do learn those mid 1880s days American whalers made frequent something about God but because the world of nature calls, and Robinson proposed dressing up All Saints has been affected by the Fall, we cannot expect to find church, Kingston American-style for Thanksgiving.” the full revelation of God in nature. Scripture, however, Three of Robinson’s friends helped him decorate All is different. Most of what we know about God is from Saints Church, Kingston, using only palm leaves and His self-revelation in the Scriptures. The Bible, I believe, lemons, and though he died and was buried at sea the has been supernaturally protected from the effects of sin. next year, his notion caught on and it was a pleasure to In the pages of God’s word, we have a clear revelation see that it is still being celebrated some 116 years later. of who God is, of what He is like and what He has done for us, His creation. This is why all human ideas about God and His work must be ruthlessly brought into line At All Saints, Kingston, the tradition of tying corn with what the Scripture says. stalks to the pew ends and pile flowers, fruit, vegetables Most of us have purchased a piece of modern electronic and other goodies on the altar and the font, was very equipment, whether lap-top computer, washing machine obvious with Reverend Stuart Broughton commenting or whatever: it usually states in the handbook: “Read on the size of the bananas. the makers instructions before switching on!” That is Although there were a few pews not taken by the probably what we should all do before we set out in life. absence of the usual Thanksgiving Day families, All What does the Maker’s instructions say? “God loves Saints was filled to the very back of the church with you and has chosen you as his own special people” residents, children of all ages and visitors to the Island Colossians 3.12 who had taken the opportunity to join with us on this Queen Victoria, when she gave this island to the very special day. descendants of the “Bounty” mutineers, she stated that The 10.00 a.m. service commenced with the singing it was because of their “Christian faith and loyalty to the of the Doxology “Praise God from Whom all blessings crown” (Plaque at the Jetty, near the Kingston Pier). flow” followed by a welcome and call to worship Finally, what should our response be? Paul tells us, extended by Reverent Brougton. This was followed by “So be gentle, kind, humble, meek, and patient. Put the Prayer of John Adams and then the singing of that up with each other, and forgive anyone who does you great Thanksgiving hymn “Come Ye Thankful People wrong, just as Christ has forgiven you. Love is more Come”. important than anything else...you were chosen to live After the General Confession and the Declaration together in peace...” Colossians 3. 13-15. of Forgiveness, Reverend Broughton and a group of What goes on in our hearts when we are angry or eager young parishioners then circled the globe as he upset is a mixture of all sorts of emotions: self-pity, introduced them all to how people of other countries say retaliation, hostility, and self-concern. But God’s anger “thank you.” We then said The Lord’s Prayer and sang is always constant and always predictable, and always another Thanksgiving favourite “We Plough the Fields set against sin. We must never forget that God’s nature and Scatter.” is always uncompromisingly set against sin. Psalm 145 was the first lesson read by Chief Minister “So let the peace that comes from Christ control Lisle Snell and he said in part: “We celebrate this day your thoughts. And be grateful. Let the message about to commemorate the many seamen who arrived on this Christ completely fill your lives, while you use all your island. Myself in particular because as many of you wisdom to teach and instruct each other. With thankful know, my great grandfather was an American whaler who hearts, sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs to God. jumped ship here in 1863. He brought to this place new (continued overleaf) ideas of farming and he assisted with many other pursuits A joyful and pleasant thing it is to be thankful” - continued Whatever you say or do should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus, as you give thanks to God the Father because of him.” Colossians 3. 15-17. There then followed the Apostle’s Creed, singing of the Hymn “Praise O Praise our God and King” and a Prayer of Thanksgiving; the Announcements, the Grace, singing of the Hymn “Praise My Soul” with the service coming to a conclusion with the singing of “The Pitcairn Deal with the Professionals Anthem” led in wonderful manner by Wesley James Recent immigration changes provide opportunity Cooper, grandson of the late George “Kik’ Quintal. for Australian/NZ citizens to live permanently on Norfolk Island ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Jewellery and gift line business at eye catching price. The Thanksgiving Day Service at Stock value @ $45K Fixture & fittings @ 50K. All this for only $50K the Norfolk Island Uniting Church ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— A crowded Uniting Church congregation was Daycare centre & freehold asking $245K or welcomed to the 2014 Thanksgiving Day Service by freehold and building $225K ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Lyndsay Tooley and his welcome was followed by a The Fish and Chook Shop Call to Worship - Give thanks to the Lord - Psalm 105:1- Successful business operating from modern premises with 5 and then the Opening Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer. good clientele, easily operated by a couple. The first Hymn - “To God be the Glory! Great things He Options are as follows: hath Done”. -business only can include boat to catch your own fish Bible readings then followed - Job 5:1-13 (Bill -OR business & real estate incl. 2 bedroom accommodation See us for more details Edward) and Matthew 6:24-34 (Ann Snell). An item ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— performed by young people, a Musical Item by Bob Leeside Tofts and Comments on Thanksgiving Day given by Family operated specialty store selling clothes, woodwork, Edward Hooker were the next items on the programme. locally produced items. Located in town centre. The Offertory Hymn “Now thank we all our God” Sale includes all stock, fixtures and fillings. P.O.A. and a Word for Young People preceded the sermon ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— given by Pastor Karl Tui M.A., Dip. Tchg, QSM, JP New Listing - Land (NZ) in which he said “Today we have a community and 5282m² block of hillside land with valley and mountain political situation where we are all trying our best and views. Building block, established garden, lawn area and praying for the best outcome for the future of Norfolk creek boundary. Close to town. ASKING PRICE $90K ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Island. So may God give us a solution that will satisfy FIRST TIME OFFERED FOR SALE the majority of the people who live and work here. 2 story, 3 bedroom fully furnished house with garage and Our text for our Thanksgiving is from Matthew 6:34 carport. Large water tank and small easy care property. “So do not worry about tomorrow; it will have enough Distant town and sea views. Land portion 913m². worries of its own. There is no need to add to the troubles MUST BE SOLD MUST VIEW! each day brings.” (Good News Bible). ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Dr. William Barclay said, “So then do not worry ‘SERENITY PARK’ about tomorrow, tomorrow will worry about itself. Its 3 bedroom timber clad home on half an acre. Timber floors, own troubles are quite enough for the day.” Stress and fireplace, lovely verandahs, skylights, open plan dining/ anxiety are part of life and work at times but when they lounge, bath plus shower & vanity. Separate w.c. Mature trees. Private location. Two garages. Close to town. are not managed properly they develop into worry and $390K Sole Agency depression, suicide and other problems. ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Jesus is promoting a carefulness and forethought COSY COTTAGE about life as we are dealt with, despite the “ups” and Timber clad dwelling with 2 large bedrooms. Covered rear “downs” as most of experience it. We should be joyful verandah and paved front area. Land area: 856m². Reasonably priced at $235K in our lives for it is God’s gifts. God empowers us to live ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— a day at a time with faith and serenity, come what may Rental for the future. 1 bedroom flat close to town - $85 pw incl. lawns Worry is pointless and useless for who can add to 2 bedroom house, close to town, $165 pw incl GST, lawns his or her height. Jesus said that we should observe the 3 bedroom house, solar h/w, $175 pw incl GST, lawns beauty of the flowers and the beauty of nature for we Speak to us today! cannot duplicate or imitate them. God in his generosity and grace does not forget us, the crown of His creation.  Job was a good faithful effective christian who  suffered a complete disaster to his life. He lost all his  children and property. He suffered a terrible disease yet  his faith and trust in God his Saviour was never lost  (continued overleaf)  A joyful and pleasant thing it is to be thankful” the Hilltop” “Let the Sun shine in”, “Count your many - continued blessings” and many other favourites played by the and finally he regained it. Job concluded “if I were Nobbs Brothers - Ken, Alec, Roy and Les - together you I would turn to God and present my case to him. We with Wiggy Knapton, Don Reynolds and the Bumboras cannot understand the great things he does and to his Yuuk Band all ably assisted by Colleen Fourie and Gail miracles there is no end.” Nola. Billy Graham said, “God has not promised to deliver The Service commenced at 3.00 p,m. with a warm us from troubles but he has promised to go with us welcome extended to all by Ralph Weslake. Ralph was through the trouble.” Furthermore Billy Graham on followed by the Rev. Stuart Broughton from the Church “The Cure for Anxiety” said, “and the Bible indicates of England who offered up a Prayer of Peace; a Scripture that the Christian life is a life of conflict and warfare.” Reading - Psalm 111 - Praise the Lord! With all my heart There then followed the Hymn “We Plough I will thank the Lord in the assembly of his people” - His the Fields”; An Offering Report and a Prayer of Honour the Administrator Gary Hardgrave. Thanksgiving; the Hymn “All praise to our redeeming There then followed a special item sung by Colleen Lord”; the Benediction and the Pitcairn Anthem sung by Fourie and Gail Nola with the Hon. David Buffett giving Bill Edward. some thoughts on Thanksgiving. Pastor Karl Tui of the Uniting Church then offered up a Prayer of Thanks and the Bumboras Yuuk Band then entertained those present Welcome to Norfolk Island’s with a special item. Pastor Gail Nola of the Community Church then read Psalm 147:1, 3-11 - “Praise the Lord! Seventh-day Adventist Church It is good to sing praise to our God”. Thanksgiving Service Pastor Dion Fourie then delivered his Thanksgiving The wonderful blessing of the 2.30 p.m. start Message followed by the Song 75 - “The Wonder of Thanksgiving at the Seventh-day Adventist Church is of it all”. Bob Tofts then had a special item and the the fact that Ministers from the other Christian religions Thanks Offering was taken by the Deacons with Snow can gather together and all convey their thoughts on this Summerscales offering a Prayer on the Offering. A special special day to the congregation. item was given by the Fijian group. the Benediction was Such was the case on Wednesday afternoon, offered by Tevita Nasiteifei with the service coming to 24th April when another large congregation gathered a conclusion with the singing of the Pitcairn Anthem led to listen, to sing and to generally enjoy the 2.30 p.m. by Don Reynolds. Sing-a-long of “Just a closer walk”, “Mansion over

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Draw no. 1085 MISS OUT! Buy tickets now at The Trading Post Newsagency NORFOLK MALL and able to be eaten raw or cooked. Rachel says that as the name suggests, the poor man’s bean is not nearly as palatable as the wuhuu, but when nothing else was available it was eaten. On Pitcairn the wuhuu was known as the wild bean. This Week at Norfolk Island Museum The Wuhuu is an old world food crop and thought to have originated in Africa or India. While it can Poor Man’s Beans and Wuhuu be eaten raw, it must be soaked or cooked to make Beans it palatable for consumption. The taste of both bean Within our exhibition “Food for Thought” is a types can be described as ‘sappy’ when eaten raw. Wuhuu vine (Dolichos purpureus or Lablab purpureus) The display at The R.E.O. at Kingston will be open and some of its pods, and also some Poor Man’s until the 19th December 2014 and is open Monday to bean seeds and pods. Our thanks to Jane Evans for Friday 9.00am to 3.00pm. Also included is information generously supplying us with these plants and seeds from each of Norfolk’s settlements. From reading our for the duration of the exhibition. We realize that we panels you can: enjoy a pre-history Polynesian dinner; are extremely lucky to have these plants not only on understand the agricultural focus of the island from display, but still being grown on Norfolk Island. Both 1788 as it helped the starving population in Sydney; beans are rarely seen here today and those that are being decide which rations you’d rather choose during the grown are under attack from a weevil bug. It is only Second Settlement; and gain an understanding of through the foresight of people like Jane, Bubby and a our local food culture today as it mixes Polynesian, handful of others on the island who have continued to American and English traditions. There is much “Food carefully collect the seeds and cultivate them that we for Thought” contained in this display! have any surviving plants at all. That fact would be almost unimaginable to our ancestors stepping of the Morayshire in 1856 as they were of such importance that they had brought seeds with them from Pitcairn. Both plants contain large amounts of vitamins and minerals and continued to be highly valued and used by the Islanders until around 50 years ago. Rachel Nebauer-Borg has written about them in Peter Coyne’s book “Norfolk Island’s Fascinating Flora” and records that the seeds are produced over a long season NORFOLK ISLAND MUSEUMS Kingston ��

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Every Monday and Wednesday 4.45pm Tickets available at the R.E.O. Café & Bookshop or the Tourist Bureau Phone: 23788 email: [email protected] Norfolk Island value to the island and there is no evidence of the main aim being to revitalise the economy and thus Forward from 2014 really provide for a “sustainable future”, although The attached document tabled at last weeks sitting this has been widely espoused. of the Legislative Assembly provides a strategy aimed 4. Norfolk Island is rapidly becoming yet another at providing a practical approach to progress the example of – “an isolated community discarded island to sustainability by a revitalised and diversified to the scrap heap of welfare dependency”. That is economy, as the first step. Like all the worlds developed not a sustainable future to be desired by either the economies Norfolk Island has a long history of booms Norfolk Island or Australian communities. followed by an inevitable downturn. 5. There are practical solutions which can be History has shown subsequent recovery has resulted introduced fairly easily which will help to create from action largely taken by the island community. a robust economy for the island. However, the Community comment on the strategy would be Commonwealth will need to be a major and appreciated by Ron Nobbs (Ph 50153 or 22153) enthusiastic supporter. 6. The current position of the Norfolk Island economy Norfolk Island - is quite critical and it requires a new direction. It Forward From 2014 would be hoped that this document will contribute Report presented by: Ron Nobbs MLA to the determination of an acceptable go forward Date: 13 November 2014 strategy for both the Norfolk Island community Synopsis and the Australian Government. 1. The Roadmap process over the past four years Background has been a practical failure and a bureaucratic 1. Norfolk Island, not dissimilar to the worlds disaster. developed countries, has a long history of economic 2. The premise that – “Norfolk Island without a booms followed by an inevitable downturn. Whilst vibrant economy is not a good place to be” - has each failure was as a result of a variety of issues it not been really heeded in the Roadmap process or is important to note that the subsequent recovery resultant Funding Agreements. was as a result of action largely taken from within 3. Much has been made of the funding provided to the the community. It is anticipated that recovery from island in the past four years and whilst the funding the current economic demise will also only be has been appreciated, some has been poorly reversed by actions largely emanating from the directed, other has been directed to areas of no real (continued overleaf) ATTENTION

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Members referred off island for treatment will be covered by the Healthcare fund for the condition for which they were referred - but no other unrelated illnesses or accidents that started or occurred overseas, therefore it is recommended that you purchase travel insurance. Norfolk Island - Forward From 2014 - continued such economic stability will result in an ever community and to which both the Commonwealth dependence on welfare with an economy unable to and Norfolk Island Governments must demonstrate pay for it. positive support, particularly in their areas of 10. Norfolk Islanders Pay No Tax – This is simply responsibility. incorrect. The island economy operates under a 2. Recovery of the Norfolk Island economy system where there is no tax on income earned will be made easier by co-operation from the on the island by its residents but that does not Commonwealth Government. Such cooperation is say there is no effective tax impost on Norfolk not confined to provision of funding. Island citizens. Wage levels were initially set at 3. Norfolk Island has for the past 158 years survived an Australian equivalent less tax payable. Whilst largely on the establishment and maintenance of over the years this has not been so definitive as its own economy. It is unfortunate and must be the basis for wage claims it is a fact that following acknowledged that actions by island community commencement at such a low salary rate the representatives’ post 2007 have been less than significant difference between wages and resultant satisfactory from a financial and governance fees and charges in Australia and Norfolk Island has perspective. This has activated a reliance on the been retained. There are those in the community Commonwealth to financially assist the island’s whose salaries are established by Australian budget. This assistance has manifest itself by way Commonwealth or State regulation. These persons of support directed to the island’s social demands. residing on Norfolk Island are excluded from 4. There have been a significant number of provisions of the Australian Taxation Act and commissioned reports related to various aspects this is considered inequitable. However, for other of Norfolk Island life. These reports appear to be residents it is appropriate that they do in fact “pay” largely discarded to history and replaced by new a form of income tax for which they receive no consultancies and more reports. benefit. Thus prior to self-government when the 5. There is a need now to find some practical solutions. Commonwealth was directly responsible for the We are past academic and/or social/administrative island Administration, there was a significant wage type solutions (they should only be considered as saving. The same principle is evident to-day with reference documents, where relevant). wages far lower than in the equivalent Australian 6. The aim of this submission is to secure for the island environment. The islands actual taxing regime a sustainable future respecting and maintaining its provides for a 12% Goods and Services Tax with a cultural heritage. very limited ability to claim input credits on capital 7. Whilst “sustainable future” has been used with gay goods. Goods imported not for sale attract import abandon in the past 4 or 5 years nothing instituted duty which varies but is 18% for the majority of to date or really proposed by the Commonwealth goods. There are also a number of levies such as or Norfolk Island governments has the potential to waste management, fuel and there is a land tax achieve the basic requirement of a diverse vibrant payable by absentee land owners. economy on which such a hypothesis is dependent. 11. There are options for the island to adopt self- Nothing other than a diverse vibrant economy can imposed additional tax arrangements which could create anything more than an ongoing dependence take the form of income and business taxation, on Australian aid. land tax, services levy etc. However, given the 8. Norfolk Island is an extremely isolated, small wage structure and the current state of the islands island (only 8,528 acres/3,454ha) with limitations economy we need to move cautiously in the timing on population (example natural water). In the past of the introduction of a new tax regime. on a number of occasions following a fall in the 12. This submission supports an implementable island’s economy, life has been “difficult” with a practical strategy to ensure the islands future, not resultant fall in population. The past few years has confined to dependency on welfare handouts from shown history repeating itself. the Commonwealth. This strategy is reliant on co- 9. Much has been made of “growing of the islands operative arrangements between the Governments population to fix our woes”. With targeted of the Commonwealth and Norfolk Island and the criticism from some within the community and communities of both places. some outside it. Certainly it is recognised that 13. This Strategy is presented in three phases. population increases are theoretically good for 14. Phase A – To 30 June 2015. It is proposed to:- local business but without major job creation the 1. Establish a DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION economic value would not be optimised. There to oversight an infrastructure development are certainly advantages for the island’s real estate program. The legislation to support this will agents, lawyers and others as well as those who stipulate the appointment, functions, roles wish to depart, be it more likely at rock bottom and responsibilities of its Board comprising prices. These comments are not part of some form representatives of both the Commonwealth and of elitism or wishing to retain Norfolk Island Norfolk Island Governments. This Authority “for us”, as claimed by some. The reality in such would : isolated areas is that positive economic activity on . Report to the Norfolk Island Legislative a variety of fronts will create opportunities to grow Assembly. the population. Growing the population without (continued overleaf)

Norfolk Island - Forward From 2014 - continued The Strategy . Have appropriate delegated powers to cut red Phase A – Restructure to 30 June 2015 tape. 1. Establish a DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION . Negotiate appropriate financial arrangements. in the form of a Statutory Authority under Norfolk . Have a sunset tenure of 7 years Island legislation with appropriate experienced 2. Restructure the existing amalgamated Norfolk representatives nominated by the Norfolk Island Island Government Businesses (referred to and the Commonwealth Governments. There as GBE) into CORPORATIZED ENTITIES would need to be clear and concise directions with appropriate commercial Boards and provided to such a body. Legislative controls management. The four entities would be particularly related to the role and responsibilities Retail, Transport, Power and Water and of its Board of Management, financial Communications. management, appointment and responsibilities of 3. Establish PUBLIC AUTHORITIES for Members and Officers. Education, Policing, Health, Tourism This Corporation will be empowered to undertake 4. Establish new structural arrangements for appropriate infrastructure initiatives which are the operation and management of KAVHA, deemed to be needed to bring the Island to a state the airport and the remaining functions of the of self-sufficiency. former Norfolk Island Administration. It is proposed to that this Corporation will be 15. Phase A would also see the further development disbanded after 7 years. of the economic based concepts as proposed 2. It is proposed to make the following changes to for implementation in Phase B through the the structure of what is now loosely referred to as preparation of plans, establishing time lines, ‘Admin’ (the Norfolk Island Administration):- Budget development and where appropriate i) CORPORATISING GOVERNMENT OWNED funding sought. BUSINESS 16. Phase B – Period for 7 years from 1 July 2015. The a) All current Government Business Enterprises phase is dedicated to implementing appropriate (GBE) and other sections, as seen as appropriate, development strategies and to make appropriate would be corporatized within 4 companies under adjustment to the Administrative framework Norfolk Island legislation, managed by individual including the gradual implementation of variation Management Boards. Legislation would be drafted to the islands taxing regime, to permit a more to reflect current trends in corporate management equitable system as well as servicing the island’s and the new companies would be managed within needs. strict commercial parameters. The Companies 17. Phase C - Ongoing. It would be anticipated that would be responsible to the Assembly but there with implementation of at least the majority of the would be strict controls placed on the responsible Minister appointed by the Assembly. Governance arrangements for the Companies would provide that the �� Responsible Minister nor any other Minister could not participate directly

�� in management issues. Whilst there �� has been a draft report provided by the �� consultants Deloitte Access Economics �� their proposals and identified short �� comings suggests the path proposed at this stage is appropriate. b) The companies would be managed by an experienced management team supported by a �� Board of Directors appointed jointly by �� the Norfolk Island and Commonwealth �� governments. The companies would report to the Norfolk Island Legislative Assembly (Assembly) via the office of the Chief Executive Officer (Office of �� CEO). Administrative arrangements required by the companies would be organised under a contract for service agreement. Proposed establishment

�� of Companies would see position �� transfers from the current Norfolk �� Island Administration. Dividend policy �� would be determined by the Assembly �� and strictly administered. (conitnued overleaf)

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�� Norfolk Island - Forward From 2014 - continued changes such as new governance arrangements and ii) ESTABLISHING FOUR PUBLIC also removal of the total barrier to even considering AUTHORITIES reconstruction of former buildings on the site, a) It is proposed that four Public Authorities utilising their original plans, which incidentally would be established under a revised management are all available. It is important to understand that a arrangement and basic legislation. Each Authority number of World Heritage sites elsewhere have been would be required to operate under a Board of destroyed but subsequently rebuilt and then listed on Management with full, not advisory, management the World Heritage list, as has KAVHA. It is proposed powers. The Boards would report to the Legislative that the site would continue to be jointly managed by Assembly. The Office of CEO would act as the conduit the Commonwealth and Norfolk Island Governments between Government and the body established, as for which was proposed from the outset. Governance a corporatized GBE. Whilst there is proposed strict would involve creation of a Statutory Authority, controls to be placed on the role of the responsible if not a corporatized entity, under Norfolk Island Minister, involvement of the Commonwealth could be legislation. It is important to note that despite the encouraged in the first 3 years although it is proposed role of the Commonwealth the proposed governance that provision of services by each Authority would arrangement could be easily catered for. Incidentally, be under a policy developed in consultation with the at its inception in the late 1970s it was promised that community. The Authorities are proposed as:- KAVHA management would be established under Health – Includes Hospital, Age care, Healthcare, Norfolk Island legislation. The latest Memorandum of Medivac and Social Services Understanding for the area repeats this requirement. Education – Central School, post school assistance Whilst retaining a focus on conservation, KAVHA must Police – Off shore and local Officers, Custodial also embrace a more commercial approach. Currently Service and Rescue Service the site is providing little to the island economy, Tourism – Current Bureau, tourist accommodation despite promises made by both the Commonwealth and other tourism services and Norfolk Island Governments as they sought iii) PROPOSED OTHER STRUCTURAL community support for the area being placed on the CHANGES World Heritage List. These promises have never been a) Kingston and Arthurs Vale Historic Area delivered. (KAVHA), a prime area for real economic activity, (continued overleaf) which is currently not exploited. KAVHA needs                                         

 Norfolk Island - Forward From 2014 - continued Registry Office – Registrar, Assistants (3) b) There are efficiencies to be gained by Legal services – Lawyers (2), Assistants (2) amalgamating all Norfolk Island Airport operations Environment – Planner, Environmental Officer, and reunite management of the airport flight operations Assistants (3) and the Fire Service. There are potentially significant To be concluded next week commencing with efficiency and particularly cost savings for the two units Phase B to operate under one head, the Airport Manager. There is a suggestion that the Fire Service should be transferred from the Administration to the Commonwealth’s Air Services Australia. The argument is that Air Services cannot provide the required training which appears �� incorrect given the service provided in the past and also there are apparently no members of the Norfolk Island �� Fire Service who are not adequately trained for the �� roles they currently undertake. The major issue at the airport relates not only to current inefficiencies created �� by the management structure but also the current �� inability to establish an appropriate fee schedule. It is �� proposed that an aircraft fee be imposed, particularly �� to cover day to day costs of the airport fire service �� but return on investment should also be considered. Unfortunately, it is understood, the Commonwealth has expressed concerns and has indicated it will not �� support such a cost recovery proposal at the airport. It �� appears the Commonwealth is against such a proposal �� as it is committed to supporting any losses in the Air �� NZ Contract until June 2016 and it is claimed such a �� change may impact negatively on visitor numbers. If �� there is an issue with Air Services Australia it should �� be noted that Norfolk Island is actually in New Zealand �� air space. Airways New Zealand provides flight �� inspection services for airports in the South Pacific �� and its inspectors fly past Norfolk Island to attend to �� their duties at other airports in the region. ��

c) Remaining sections within the Administration, �� after corporatisation and other proposals, would �� be re-organised appropriately to deal solely with Administrative type services. �� d) New definitive functions such as treasury �� and business management must be included in the new structure and appropriately staffed. The revised �� Norfolk Island Administration shall comprise:- Office of CEO – CEO, Deputy, Assistants (2) Treasury Office – Head, Economist, Accountant, Legal Advisor, Assistants (3) �� Customs – Head, Customs (4.5), Immigration (1.5), �� Quarantine (1)

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Don’t be late! Or you will miss out then had library visits with HH (Mr & Mrs Hayes’ K-2 class). The entire time spent at the school has been very beneficial and we are very proud of how the children have adapted and conducted themselves. The 3/4 group have entered the pool for stage 1 water safety this term and they are progressing very well. The children are attempting almost everything that is asked and an improvement in the skill level is already evident. The 4/5 group are well into stage 2 and enjoying every minute. The improvement in this group is amazing and all of the children are gaining potentially life saving skills. Some of the skills we are focussing on are back floats, kicking action and reaching arms (to enable them to get to a safe place if required - and also beneficial for later stroke development), treading water and water familiarisation (to avoid panic). We are very pleased with the progress the children are making and Banyan Park Play Centre News very proud of them for their attitude towards learning to Community-based Preschool be water safe! The water safety program also has a land based Auwas letl salan gwen groe en lern thru element with activities planned to incorporate water and pliehen other general safety tips. Our dramatic play corner has Wow, to say that Term 4 is off to a busy start is an been the focus of airport safety, safety around a pool, sun understatement! We have been busy, busy, busy!!! safety, safety at home and on a farm (including vehicles, We have had five new friends join us recently - water tanks, duck dams, creeks and puddles etc). Safety welcome to Vili, Cade, Zayne, Leilani & Jemma! We at the beach is our next dramatic play adventure. Craft welcome you and your families to Banyan Park and and playdoh activities have also been incorporqated. As look forward to sharing and creating many memories we venture out and about with both groups, it is evident with you as Banyan Park boys and girls! that the children are understanding and thinking about Our craft and group time discussions have centred safety. around a number of special events recently...With Show Vision and speech assessments have been conducted Day came some amazing vegetable art creations from recently...Thank you to Dominique Kelly for making both groups and of course the beautiful “Miss October her annual visit to the centre for a vision assessment on Spring” our scarecrow for the Quota competition. The all of the children in the 4/5 group in preparation for 4/5 group celebrated Melbourne Cup Day in style with school next year. their beautifully created fascinators and Jockey caps The children in the 3/4 group have had language made especially for our own races at the “Banyan Park development assessments conducted in the centre in Cup”– what a fun day!! The 3/4 group created spooky preparation for speech pathologist Lynn Rogers’ visit. spiders, skeltons and painted pumpkins for Halloween... The children in the 3/4 group continue to enjoy their and took great joy in scaring the teachers! Most recently yoga sessions with Sarah and the benefits are great for we have created cute little turkeys, thanksgiving trees their concentration, relaxation, flexibility, balance and and a beautiful tree of thanks for the centre to celebrate development. The children should be encouraged to Thanksgiving Day. The children are having so much practise their yoga moves at home. Yoga will continue fun creating and celebrating, but they are also hard at to be a regular inclusion in the program for both groups work learning their shapes, sorting by size, practising and is coordinated by Sarah, our own qualified yoga pencil grips and scissor skills (an important start for instructor. school) and developing their fine motor skills (essential Updates, feedback and enquiries are always development in the preschool years)...so with every available...please call us on 22415 to discuss. creation - be it structured or free choice they are working Banyan Park Play Centre is a non-profit hard building their concentration, developing, learning community based organisation... All funds go back and preparing for school. into the centre for the preschool aged children of We are also now starting to prepare for Christmas, Norfolk Island which will be here before we know it! Christmas craft Banyan Park specialises in age appropriate and songs have begun...so get ready to let the carols learning in a safe & secure environment... flow and the glitter fly! Our programs are based on the needs of the children The children in the 4/5 group have enjoyed their 6 in each age group, enabling them to concentrate school orientation visits and it has been a great success and learn with their peers without the distraction of showing that they are well prepared for school next children of varying ages. Individual needs and levels of year. Thank you must go to Ms Tanya Delaney and development are addressed within each group. her fellow K-2 teachers for a wonderfully organised This is essential in the development that occurs during transition program. The children have been well cared the preschool years. for by their year one buddies, have interacted with Our qualified and experienced staff are proud to their soon to be peers and met their teachers and other provide a fun, nurturing and quality preschool experience school staff. Following the morning transition sessions, as we educate and prepare the children for school. we have stayed for recess at the school with K-2 and ��Schedule For December 2014

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�� Norfolk Island �� Sydney �� Brisbane �� Auckland �� and the �� rest of the world �� BURNT PINE �� TRAVEL �� Phone: 13000 �� Fax: 13001 �� Email: �� [email protected] �� FLIGHT INFO: 13737 Please Note - This Schedule�� is Subject�� to Change �� WWI – Sea to the Sand It was reported in the Sydney Morning Herald on 3rd December that the Australian Branch of the 29 November to 5 December 1914 British Red Cross had advised of donations received The long sea voyage by the Australian and New from individual divisions of the Australian Branch. Zealand troops in the ANZ Convoy from various Included in the list was Norfolk Island which showed Australian and New Zealand ports was nearly over. the island had contributed 212 pounds ($424). It Whilst the Commanders had not been formally handed was reported that in the ANZ Convoy the transport their orders it was accepted that the Convoys voyage “Orari” had loaded 728 horses on its departure from would end in Egypt. The troops were looking forward New Zealand and had lost only 14 during the voyage. to actually getting off the ships so the change of plans Also on this day yet another Norfolk Island recruit, was welcome although some were anxious as they Edmund John (Bull John) Quintal enlisted in Sydney were still a long way from “the Front”. The previous as Private, No 1408, height 5 feet 7.25 inches (1.68m), concern that the war would be over “by Xmas” or weight 186 lbs (76.4kgs), chest 38 - 40 inches (0.95 to “before we arrive” had certainly dissipated. 1m), complexion dark, eyes brown and hair dark curly. 29th November 1914 saw the King depart England He stated his religion as C of E and his occupation as to visit his Army in France whilst on the Western Front carpenter. He was married and gave his Next of Kin a determined attack by the Germans was repulsed at - Miss Irene Quintal Norfolk Island (his daughter). Ypres and in the Argonne all territory captured by He enlisted as Edmund Quintal and was posted to Germans in the period 15 September to 21 October had Recruit Depot at Liverpool. E J Quintal was born been retaken by the French. The Germans bombarded on 5 January 1874 at Norfolk Island. His parents Lodz, Poland. In the south the Serbians were under Edward and Cordelia or Ophelia Ruth (nee Christian) pressure at Belgrade. Quintal were married at Norfolk Island on 8 January On the 30th November, the “Maunganui” with 1865. E J Quintal had married Margaret Millicent Commander of the NZ force Major-General Godley Snell on 13 May 1897 at Norfolk Island. They had and the “Orvieto” with commander of the Australian three children, Theodore Irene (born 1898) and Lara force General Bridges aboard, having made their own Catherine (1900). Also on this day the New Zealand speed from Aden, arrived at Suez. On arrival the two and some Australian ships from the convoy arrive in officers received orders from the then commander Alexandria and the troops began to disembark. Two of the British force in Egypt General Maxwell that weeks would pass before the last ship was unloaded. both the Australian and New Zealand forces were to It was proposed that the camping arrangements for the proceed on arrival to camps adjacent to Cairo which troops would see the 1st Division Australians move to would afford them access to virtually unlimited Mena Camp 10 miles from the centre of Cairo, the 1st training areas. Godley and Bridges were assured that Australian Light Horse located at Maadi Camp “on identified problems could be overcome. An immediate edge of desert, south of Cairo” and the New Zealand problem was that neither force had any tents to house infantry and mounted regiments were to be camped at the 8,500 men. They were advised some tents would be Zeitoun “on the northern outskirts of Cairo”. provided from supplies already available in Egypt but H R Waterhouse, A F Buffett on “Eurpides” arrived the remainder would arrive from England within two at Alexandria and both 1 Brigade HQ and 3 Battalion weeks. They were advised work had already begun to disembarked and move by train to a new railway lay pipes, construct roads and extend existing tramlines siding built especially to receive the troops in the heart to service camps. Another issue was precisely where of Cairo. On leaving the train the troops were required the troops would be unloaded. Later in the day the to march the 10 miles to Mena Camp. Canterbury remainder of the ANZ Convoy commence to arrive at Mounted Rifles disembark at Alexandria and moved Suez. A third offensive by the Austrians at Belgrade in with their horses by train to Zeitoun. Serbia was proving more fruitful and the Serbs were Wellington Mounted Rifles disembark and travel forced to evacuate the city. on three trains to Zeitoun on the 4th December. The H R Waterhouse and A F Buffett on “Eurpides” Marlborough Express reported on the disquiet at a arrived at Suez prior to entering the Suez Canal and suggestion by the Germans that they had the right to commence the 99 mile (159km) trip up the Canal to land its troops in Canada. The German Ambassador to Port Said on the 1st December 1914. Ships proceed up the US suggested that Germany had a right to secure the Canal at half hour intervals. The canal cut through a foothold in Canada as the Canadians were sending the desert of the Sinai. Despite troops being stationed troops to fight Germany in Europe and thus such action along the canal with Indian troops also stationed on its was not an infringement of the Monroe Document. The eastern bank at strategic crossings it was considered article suggested that such action by Germany would a possibility that the ships could be under fire from not be tolerated by the then neutral USA. roaming enemy troops at night. As a result this, armed Island lads H W Taylor and B E V Dufty on “Afric” guards were placed on the decks of each ship, with arrived at Alexandria on the 5th December. After instruction to fire back should they be attacked. As it passing through Suez Canal the Auckland Mounted transpired there were no incidents. Rifles on “Star of India” commence to disembark at The 2nd December saw the remainder of the ANZ Alexandria and moved with their horses by train to Convoy arrive at Port Said where A F Buffett and Zeitoun. The Italian Parliament declared Italy to be H R Waterhouse were already situated. Also on this neutral. day, the London Times reported the Austrians were in Belgrade. Last school day for NICS students for 2014 is Wednesday 17th December 2014 Last school day for NICS staff for 2014 is Thursday 18th December 2014. I hope that all families had a lovely Thanksgiving Day, the weather was certainly very kind to us here on the Island. We are in the final stages of completing our K-12 student reports for 2014 and I look forward to reading all individual students reports during the coming weeks. K-6 Assembly You better watch out A K-6 assembly will be held this Wednesday 3rd December, commencing at 2.15pm at the school in Rooms 17 and 18. At this assembly Cross Country Chiswick Cottage ribbons will be presented to students. K-2 Swim School is coming to town.... Swim School will commence on Monday 1st December for two weeks. Students who have not handed their note to the School Front Office need to remember along with their money. If there are any parents who would like for volunteer please phone the Full of Front Office on 23000. Year 9 Learn Motor Bike Safety An initiative of NICS Road Safety Team has been the educating of students in bike maintenance. This Cool Christmas Gifts week, Hadyn Bell from Automotive Service Centre kindly donated the time and expertise of one of his employees, Dylan Quintal who came to the school and Shop Opening did maintenance checks on student motorbikes. While Monday 1st December only a few minor areas for attention were found, the biggest learning curve for students was knowing how until 19th December only to check chain tension and oil levels. Previous to this activity some students were oblivious to the fact that (Next door to the Scottish Shop) their motor bike required 2 types of oil. In addition to the bike maintenance, Taina Hall provided students with a lesson on what to wear when Skate Shoes (with wheels) riding a motor bike. Items of clothing like thongs and shorts were not recommended, with students seeing images of injuries caused by sliding along road Skate Boards surfaces. The image below shows Dylan Quintal with students Rocking Horses watching how to check chain tension. Regards, Michelle Nicholson ~Principal Thongs Dolls Christmas Trees Stocking Fillers En plein air painting workshop with Elena Parashko Norfolk Island Travel Centre in conjunction with local artist Barb Kelly had the pleasure of welcoming Elena Parashko and her painting group to the island, the group arrived on Friday 14th November and were here for the week. This is Elena’s first En Plein Air painting group to Norfolk Island and we look forward to welcoming her back again next year. The weather was great during the week for painting and under Elena’s tuition the group learnt a great deal Norfolk Island Mental Health Support Group about technique and development. Elena is a very well- are having a special known artist with over 20 years teaching experience, Rocky Horror Picture Show and travels to Hamilton Island, Daku Resort in Fiji and Tahiti regularly as an Artist in Residence. It’s screening at Ferny Lane Theatre. wonderful Elena can now add Norfolk Island to her list Sunday 30th November at 6.30pm. $14 per person of painting destinations! The workshop was structured admission. Prizes for the best dressed Frank-n-furter around Elena explaining & demonstrating one step at a or favourite character time on how to paint the view in front of her students, a proven approach to creating sound building blocks for her students. The group had a fabulous week which included a Half day island orientation tour, Cyclorama and the For all your Art Trail tour. After painting each day the group had time to relax, shop and explore our beautiful Island. There was also three fantastic dinners during the week- MOWING AND meet & greet on the night of arrival with Elena was at Polynesian restaurant, the welcome dinner at Hilli’s PROPERTY NEEDS Restaurant and the special farewell dinner at Dino’s. • Mowing • Hedges The group stayed at Polynesian Motel & Apartments, a very big thank you to Jeanette for making the group • Brushcutting feel so very welcome, our photo shows the group in Gardening • Water Blasting the garden at Polynesian Motel & Apartments with Barb Kelly. • Chainsawing • Painting • Greenwaste Removal

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Stop Press Letter to the Editor Finally,Your Honour, it was reassuring to this community that you undertook at the most recent The Hon. Gary Hardgrave community forum (Rawson Hall) to seek the release Norfolk Island of the CIE report into the effects of the extension of Your Honour federal laws and taxation on Norfolk Island. The I raised a point at the most recent community forum people of Norfolk Island cannot make informed which doesn’t appear to have featured in the notes. decisions without all available information being on None of the Joint Standing Committee (JSC) the table. recommendations 3-8 addresses the key fundamentals Your sincerely for the Island’s future. Each Rec. focuses on a specific, Brett Sanderson narrow topic: pier upgrades/barges, roads upgrade, a cottage industry co-op, psyllid eradication, the Commonwealth taking back quarantine responsibility. Alone, each is important, yet none of them addresses the real issue for future ongoing sustainability, which was raised in residents’ JSC evidence. This is for the Commonwealth to establish and implement an overarching economic and fiscal framework (taxation arrangements that support and drive business, dedicated and ongoing federal financial investment in infrastructure with an agreed 5 For all your painting needs to 10 year Island infrastructure plan, real financial and taxation incentives for major private sector investment, Need a Professional painter ?  Spray Finishes real investment in, and incentives for, Norfolk’s Call Now !  Water Blasting workforce, and improved training and upskilling) that  Domestic / will preserve Norfolk’s existing tourism industry base, Commercial Top quality work with that will encourage and assist the industry to invest in  Interior/Exterior fast and friendly service itself and that will actually ensure offshore investment  Roofs of sufficient scale occurs to build upon and improve that base. “ What we quote is what you pay ” The forum notes also seem to have misunderstand the existing importance of the ‘duty free’ retail industry Mobile: 55588 on Norfolk Island. The $25 million figure (for the last financial year) is estimated visitor retail spend, not Email: [email protected] gross retail turnover. This is down some $3 million p.a from the previous two financial years. If the ‘duty free’ shopping aspect of the Norfolk Island retail sector, is not protected, for example with a Special Economic Zone, this figure may well be severely affected. Rec. 7 of the JSC report was: the Committee recommends that the Commonwealth Government NORFOLK ISLAND FITNESS AND HEALTH provide a dedicated officer to assist Norfolk Island cottage industry owners and operators to brand their products, set up a cooperative shopfront, and look at “DROPTOBER” ways to market and export their products. NEWS I suggested the Commonwealth provide the training and ongoing funding to appoint a local to this With only 2 weeks left in the challenge there position. are only 2 options left: It is also here that the problem of focusing on MAKE PROGRESS OR MAKE EXCUSES! a cottage industry only needs to be addressed. The maintaining and growing of the ‘duty free’ retail industry must be actioned. It is by far the greatest Well done to all participants so far. Enjoy revenue earner on the Island, it is perhaps the third the feeling of challenging your strength and largest employer, and for many years has been, and pushing yourself to see how far you can go. If continues to be a tourist attraction. It is the only place in doubt, work out! in Australasia where such a ‘duty free’ industry exists. These reasons would indicate its importance to the Norfolk Island economy. norfolk island ﬁtness + health At a meeting with yourself and the Chamber of Commerce, as the notes reflect, I suggested the functional + rehabilitation exercise studio Australian Productivity Commission hold an inquiry The Village, Norfolk Island Ph 52809 - into Norfolk Island. Such an inquiry is long overdue. www.norfolkislandﬁtnessandhealth.com NORFOLK ISLAND Healthcare Levy Act 1990 Healthcare and Medical Evacuation Levy

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Dear Sir: 1. Male 8 Over the past 15 years I have been a frequent guest moggies 5. Buffoonery 9 on Norfolk Island. I have with today visit spent a year 8. Intrepid 10 11 12 13 on the Island. I have been a frequent writer to this 9. Half newspaper over the past 6 years pointing out why I felt diameter 14 15 16 17 18 lines 19 20 the Island was going downhill. 10. Sanctified I find it sadly amusing today about all the protesting 14. Infrequently 21 22 23 24 25 17. Call to about Canberra taking over. Where were all those 26 27 28 protesters the last 6 years? My observations are that attract attention 29 the locals created self inflicted damage on themselves. 19. Bureaucracy Has nobody walk Taylors Rd and seen the growing (3,4) 30 number of empty stores? Each visit it has gradually 21. Wheat husks 23. Salad type gotten worse. Instead it seems everyone was happy to 26. Slanderer 31 32 do nothing except borrow money from Australia. 29. Liquid burn 30. Collide with (5,4) 12. Scope Solution to The most obvious past destructive policy has been 13. Type of sword 31. Averages last week’s a Council of 9. It was and is a total waste of money 32. Think probable 15. Slight wind as very little has been accomplished except get the 16. Sea eagle Crossword island further into debt. Why does Norfolk Island DOWN 18. Jet-bath E S C A L A T E J O L T 20. Vicars X A I A K F U need the worlds lowest ratio of politicians to citizens, 1. Great fear T H R O B S T I F F E N 2. Repairer 21. A sweet (3-3) R P R I M D E E at roughly 1:147? Where I live the city government E L E N A A S S U R E S 3. Hearable 22. Ardent admirer M T R E N E R K ratio is 1:5,300 and our city get by nicely. Federally 4. Food dressing 24. Spiritualist E S S A Y S W O N D E R meeting H L M A N Y R E the ratio is 1:100,000 plus. 5. Singing voices D E L E T E D S N O O P 6. Trudges 25. Gopher e.g. I A E H U T V O The airport the biggest financial asset the Island has N A R R A T E E V E N S 7. Pamper 27. Agonises E V M R R R E is open 5 hours a week. A pilot of a private plane told 11. Girl’s name 28. Looks after R E A R P E R S I S T S (continued overleaf)

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Norfolk Island Agent: Celtic Shipping Services Ph: 24338 / Mob 53484 [email protected] or [email protected] Letters to the Editor - continued to the $30,000 foreign student tax in Australian and Norfolk has one of the world’s highest landing elsewhere, universities. Then they would still have to fees. Get rid of all landing fees and you will need pay tuition fees. All these kids were under the NSW more space to park the aircraft coming in. The Island school board. could easily recoup lost landing fees with the GST. Maybe a few of these kids would have gone on to Many of these fliers will use the Islands hotels, cafes, university if they did not have to pay the foreign tax gas, etc. In the real world the airport should be closed and got skills that the Island desperately needs. As it is down simply because it does not pay for itself. now there is no incentive for local and foreign students Obviously the tourist office has had financial to stay here after high school graduation. That is sad cutbacks when they should have been given especially when the potential is so great here. substantially more money. With your market of Every single country that has an open immigration Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland, a total population of policy has prospered. Australia opened it’s doors around 13 million people it is rare to get the planes about 3 decades ago. The result, Australia has had the 80% full. This is hard to understand when all three world’s best continuous boom period, now just over centres have been booming economically. 20 years. It is immigration that helped fuel this boom. Rarely do you hear or see anything on Norfolk Island Without new people with their investment ideas, job in Australia or New Zealand. When in both countries I skills, and so on, Australia today would be a drab ask people if they have ever heard of Norfolk. I would boring country going no where. guess maybe 1 in 10 have. I was in Auckland 3 weeks ago. Standing at an The roads now are a joke. Frequent visitors must intersection a city bus passed by and on the side was ask what is going on. There has been no attempt in my a huge picture of Emily Bay with the words Norfolk 15 years of coming here to repair the roads. I estimate Island. This is an excellent ad and the lst positive ad I it costs roughly $100 to fill each pothole. I am sure the have seen in years. Whoever created this ad deserves amount spent over those 15 years could have repaved credit for the excellent job. every road twice. The roads are detrimental to the Also, as I have written in past letters, whoever has island. been and is in charge of the up keep for the National I have heard numerous complaints about the Park and Kingston has done an excellent job as and Honourable Gary Hardgrave. He is a ‘breathe of fresh as tourist I appreciate their work. If these people had air’. He is obviously under direct orders from Canberra been running the island the past decade instead of the because he is a doer, something the Island has needed Council the Island would not be in the mess it is today. for years. Mr Hardgrave might make mistakes but he These people have been doers. is what is needed if ever the island is to prosper in Hopefully one big change to come will be to replace the future. Mistakes can be corrected, but inaction the 9 people Council with 3 elected locals, one being only makes the problems bigger as the past decade has the direct go between Canberra and Norfolk Island. shown on the Island. Norfolk Island has a great future but only if the The change in residency long term is going to be people want it and join the real world. Living in the a boom for the Island. It has been a stupid policy not past does not work anymore. It is a new generation of allowing immigrants to gain residency. Shamefully well educated young people taking over. You see the past councils have never done one thing for the change here as most young people leave because they children of these people. It is bad enough these kids see no future on the Island. It is impossible to stop were not eligible for local scholarships because they change. were not born on the island but these kids are subject (continued overleaf)

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Sales / Service AUTHORISED AGENTS KIERNANKIERNAN AGENCIES 12 TAYLORS ROAD Ph.12 TAYLORS 23277 ROAD Email: [email protected]. 23277 Email: [email protected] Letters to the Editor - conitnued historic uses of marriage have been to trade women I believe Mr Hardgrave understands this and he for livestock and land and to unite men with four or is moving Norfolk Island in the right direction. You five wives. Talking about what marriage is “founded” cannot blame him for Councils do nothing attitude on really isn’t a solid defense against “redefining” it. of the past few years. The world has passed by the “To allow gay marriage would cause a sliding scale Council. toward debauchery, including the normalization of Yours truly, bestiality, incest, and pedophilia.” Brian Merriam False. If anyone can possibly present a valid argument how my committed, monogamous relationship with my wonderful partner of over ten Sir, years might lead to sex with my cats I’d be interested I wish to congratulate the Speaker, the Hon. David in reading it. When I do read such a screed, I will then Buffett and the Chief Minister, the Hon. Lisle Snell laugh at its abject absurdity. for putting forward a well thought out and practical One of the last talking points that anti-gay marriage plan for the Commonwealth and the Norfolk Island advocates are clinging to is the slippery slope argument Governments to collaborate on developing a future - that the legalization of gay marriage will inevitably governance model for this Island. lead to polygamy. Or, as former American Senator I also with to congratulate RAK (Rick Kleiner) for Rick Santorum says, gay marriage could lead to man- bringing to everyone’s notice the governance model on-dog marriage. practised on Lord Howe Island – which seems to me There is one glaring problem with this argument: to brilliantly brings together a mixture of democracy there is not a single example in the world of a & expertise. jurisdiction having legalized polygamy after having Why reinvent the wheel? Here is a model that meets legalized gay marriage. Not a single country, province, everyone’s objections and has been shown to work for state or city in the entire world. In fact, the countries many years. where polygamy is legal are in the regions that are the Of course it would entail the Commonwealth most hostile towards LGBT rights – Africa and the contributing significantly more to the running of Middle East. Norfolk Island than its current deficit top up. Last month marked the ten year anniversary of when What is the likelihood that the Commonwealth will the state of Massachusetts legalized same-sex marriage, find some reason to prolong the ‘drip feed’ instead? the first to do so in the United States. Ten years later, One waits in hope to be proven completely polygamy is still against the law in Massachusetts, as wrong... is man-dog marriage. Despite warnings from social Nadia Lozzi-Cuthbertson conservatives, polygamy and bestiality is still illegal in all the other states that have legalized same-sex marriage. Dear Anti Self Government today Europe, the region that is arguably the most friendly You must have an awful lot of time on your hands. towards LGBT rights (with the exception of the former Do you only ‘work’ once a week? Soviet states), has the most countries that recognize gay “Marriage is founded on sexual difference and marriage, yet not a single one recognizes polygamy. ordered toward the fulfillment of husband and wife (continued overleaf) and the procreation and rearing of children.” – The A FRIENDLY REMINDER FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ADMINISTRATOR

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We wish to advise that the Office of the Administrator will be closed from midday Tuesday 23rd December and reopening on Monday 5th January 2015. Letters to the Editor - oontinued Dear Anti Self-Government Today Let’s look at the countries where polygamy is legal (Are you suggesting you desire the same democratic - almost all of them are in Africa and the Middle East. rights, the people of the Indian Ocean Territories and In many of these countries, being gay is punishable by North Korea enjoy?) death. Uganda, one of the countries that has become Why don’t you settle down, have a saucer of milk very famously anti-gay over the past couple years, and reflect on Bill Shorten’s recent words? has legal polygamy. So, if anything, polygamy leads “When I see people hiding behind the bible to insult to less tolerance of LGBT rights. Why would anyone and demonise people on the basis of who they love, I think that the legalization of same-sex marriage would cannot stay silent. I do not agree,” he said. lead to a policy that has historically not coexisted with “When I hear that people allege that God tells them fair treatment of gays and lesbians? that marriage equality is the first step to polygamy and The alarmists’ predictions of rampant polygamy bigamy and bestiality, I cannot stay silent. I simply do being brought about by the legalization of same-sex not agree.” marriage have turned out to be a whole lot of nothing. “These prejudices do not reflect the Christian There are no countries where polygamy and same- values that I believe in. I think they paint the accusers sex marriage are both legal. There are no “polygamist as people who would rather judge than understand.” pride parades,” in the streets of Brussels, Boston “How can compassion, charity, love, recognition and or Baltimore. Nor is any other socially significant endorsement continue to be restricted to heterosexual movement pushing for the right to marry more than Australia and the nuclear family?” he said. one person, other than the one pursued by the stars of “Whatever our views about marriage, and whatever the TLC show “Sister Wives,” which hardly anybody our social views about how best to raise and educate watches anyway. children, I do believe that we currently have a law So, in other words, the anti-gay politicians who say which discriminates against adult couples on the basis that legalizing gay marriage will ultimately lead to the of who they love.” cheapening of marriage to the point where a man can See you in church have 55 wives, with 13 of them being another species, Pew Lover are talking out of their asses. “Slippery slope arguments are lazy arguments,” said Salisbury University political science professor and pre-law adviser Roberta Adams. “Don’t use those types of arguments in a courtroom.” This argument in particular is lazy because of the sheer lack of evidence that warrants any fear of same-sex marriage leading to polygamy. The slippery slope argument is unimaginative speculation, and speculation is all it is in this situation because there is not a single example of the prediction materializing, NORFOLK ISLAND FITNESS AND HEALTH despite having over a decade to do so in many parts of the world. You can give it several more decades, and it is still extremely unlikely that the prediction will hold Christmas true. In the jurisdictions that have legalized gay marriage, Membership Special! let’s explain what has happened since: a man can marry the woman he loves, a man can marry the man he loves, a woman can marry the woman she loves, filing Join or renew in DECEMBER for taxes on one return instead of multiple is a right no 3, 6 or 12 months and longer exclusive to straight couples, people can attend all types of weddings and have a wonderful time, receive an extra month for FREE! businesses can make tons of extra money providing (a $110 savings!). their services to gay and straight weddings, citizens live in peace, religion still exists and polygamy has not been legalized. Gift Vouchers available. But the real reason that many anti-gay marriage folks are sticking to the slippery slope argument is not Lots of ideas for Chistmas presents. because they truly believe it, but that they are scared of what gay marriage will actually lead to – acceptance SHOP LOCAL .... SHOP HEALTHY. and tolerance of gays and lesbians. That scares traditionalists way more than polygamy does. Yours in God’s Unconditional Love norfolk island fitness + health J. O’Nazareth functional + rehabilitation exercise studio The Village, Norfolk Island Ph 52809 - www.norfolkislandfitnessandhealth.com Letters to the Editor - continued Extract from the Referendum Act (NI) 1964 The Editor PART 2 INITIATION OF REFERENDUM With much support/noise for having a referendum Referendum as directed by the Speaker on the governance issue, why doesn’t the NIG bring it 5. Subject to section 7, where the Assembly on? It is entirely within their power to do so. resolves to ascertain the opinion of the electors on I guess the question is, what will the question be? a specified question relating to the peace, order and How about something balanced like. good government of Norfolk Island, the Speaker shall, “Are you in favour of the Australian Government in accordance with the resolution, direct a referendum (AKA Colonial Overlords supported by fat cat on the question. bureaucrats) taking over the democratically elected Referendum as requested by electors government of Norfolk Island, turning Norfolk into a 6. Subject to section 7, the Administrator shall, if so welfare state, flying a big Aussie flag and chasing the requested by a number of electors, not being less than cows out of Kingston.” (continued overleaf)

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Dear Sir, Lately we have heard much about the lack of Dear Sir, consultation between the Commonwealth and the I am responding to Wally Beadman’s letter last week, Norfolk Island community. in particular, his assertions of bullying. It is curious to At various times the island has been fortunate to me at this time that the smearing (not only you) of have strong community groups who engaged well with the entire pro-self-government side as bullies, should many in the community to seek their views on issues, be gathering strength. I wonder if this is a concerted, and provided these to governments. deliberate attempt to demonise us at the political level. Some past NI governments conducted community Wally it is simply incorrect to make a generalisation of discussions and workshops, even prepared strategic the sort. I am sure it has happened to you and others plans for the island, and the current government recently and that is regretful, but even at that debased level, did surveys to assess the financial state of households delivered with a clenched fist and through gritted and businesses, and our aspirations for future health teeth, leaving Norfolk for the political promised care. Much of the data collected would have made its land is still an eloquent solution for those who are way to the Commonwealth in some form. bitterly disappointed with Norfolk’s political malaise. The Commonwealth has provided many, many It is a genuine solution, and perhaps thats why it is opportunities for engaging with the NI government and so annoying; it is irrefutable in its effectiveness on a community. Studies conducted by the Commonwealth personal level. If you wish to stay and fight, which you Grants Commission, the JSC, and consultants who have proved you do, then fight, but not by the chosen prepared the economic development strategy, have method of all modern progressives- demonising the provided opportunities and forums for Norfolk entire opposition with an unpalatable or even criminal Islanders to have a say; to make a case, privately and behaviours of the few. You are better than that with publicly; face-to-face; through submissions; by email. your pen. All of these instances were better than doing nothing You say that ‘people fee so bullied that they cannot at all. But back in the real world, has this effort lead contribute, is undemocratic’. But they can contribute to improved outcomes in NI? And the answer is, no, via other means. And by any reckoning, their isn’t as because there has been a serious lack of follow-through many of you as is made out to be, or at least as many to actually do something to progress the findings of all passionate ones. The written responses of the anti- this ‘consultation’. self-government side to the first consultation were This has resulted in a dangerous void and voids far smaller than the oral and written submissions of get filled in unfortunate ways. In NI, as in most the pro-self-governments. I took it upon myself to other places, the community has filled the emptiness survey the last dozen Norfolk Islanders and found that with rumour and worst case scenarios. As a result, the letters to the editor of the Anti’s were dwarfed by opinions have become polarised and positions, based the Pro’s even though the use of Nom de Plumes is on assumptions and fear, have come to be held deeply. encouraged. There was just 3 authors and 5 measly Issues are now seen in shades of black or white and not letters compared to 23 authors and 49 letters of the in the greys of compromise. Pro’s (not including letters about the marijuana and Past candidates for public office have just fuelled the anthem which were more than a few and could be the fire of dissatisfaction and polarisation. As an viewed as indirectly pro-self-government). Where are example, ‘taking on the Commonwealth’ to turn around these bullied people who so desperately want to have immigration reform, and renegotiate road traffic rules, their say? I believe the Administrator made reference offered false hope to the community without addressing on the radio to the number of letters in the paper at the real issues. Our local governments have provided 4 one weekend recently, showed that no-one was no coherent and detailed way forward to a new (and interested in the political situation. improved) governance model that can strengthen the Well by that yardstick it doesn’t bode to well for island’s finances, and grow the economy. the theory of the bullied Anti’s who had just one more As a consequence, the essence of NI is diminished over a three month period! By the way, flooding next further - the sustainability of households and businesses, weeks paper with letters won’t win the Anti’s any community wellbeing generally, and even the island’s prizes because it will be seen for what it is. culture - are collateral damage in a macabre race to the Yours etc. bottom. looking in at the asylum would be funny if I didn’t live so close. What’s on at

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Calvary DVDs ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR HIRE A drama starring Brendan Gleeson, Chris O’Dowd, AT WORLD TRADERS Kelly Reilly Father James Lavelle is a good man, intent on making ON WEDNESDAYS AT 4.45PM the world a better place. He is continually shocked and saddened by the spiteful and confrontational The historical play inhabitants of his small Irish country town. One day his life is threatened during confession. He shrugs The Trial of the Fifteen off the altercation and continues to try as best he can presented by the Norfolk Island Museums. to help his parishioners, with their various scurrilous Bookings are essential and should be made at the moral – and often comic – problems, despite having Visitors Information Centre a fragile daughter to contend with and a fellow priest who may as well be an atheist for all the dedication he has to his calling. Soon, however, the sinister and MOVIE TIMES troubling undercurrents he has tried to ignore start to make their presence felt and, as the forces of darkness Calvary (MA15+) 1hr 40mins close in around him, he begins to wonder if he will have the courage to face his own personal Calvary. Saturday, 29 November 7.30 pm Rated MA15+ (At the Movies 4 1⁄2 stars.) Wednesday, 3 December 7.30 pm

ON SUNDAY, 30 NOVEMBER AT 6.30 The Rocky Horror Picture Show (M) Sunday, 30 November 6.30 pm The Rocky Horror Picture Show Please note this is later than our usual Sunday screening This special screening is to raise funds for the All tickets for Rocky Horror $14 Norfolk Island Mental Health Support Group to assist with the visit of trainer, Sue Trembath. Dust off your Sunshine on Leith (PG) 1hr 36mins fishnets. Let’s do the timewarp again. Rated M Friday, 5 December 7.30 pm ON FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER Maleficent (M) 1hr 33mins Sunshine on Leith Saturday, 6 December 7.30 pm A jubilant, heartfelt musical about the power of The Holiday (M) 2hrs 5mins home, family and love, set in Leith, Edinburgh, and featuring the music of The Proclaimers. Rated PG Sunday, 7 December 5.30 pm

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F byor a themo Transporttorcycle th e Industry“L” plate Skillsshould be wornModelsat must wear plain black skirt/sarong or shorts the rear and muCentrest also b ine cl Canberra.early visib le As. many will know, the NIPF with this entry. are currently responsible for assessing all learner and 3. Fanta-sea: Let your imagination run wild using the “P” Plates are available from both the police station and Registry and are required to be provisional licence applicants, including the practical sea surrounding our island from Emily Bay to the displayed by all drivers who are the holders of a Provisional Licence. These shoulddeepbe blue Pacific Ocean as your inspiration. Use affixed to the insaspectside of t hofe fdrivingront an donre thear w island’sindow o froads.the ve Ithi cisle ofbe utmosting driv en and should be clearly visibleimportance. For a mot o thatrcyc l oure th e young“P” pl a driverste shou ld receivebe wor n adequateat the re ar and manyust materials you like. also be clearly vinstructionisible. and assessment to ensure not only their 4. A Novel Idea: Books are the inspiration for this safety but the safety of all road users. category – your entry may be literally made from Failure to display either “L” or “P” Plates (as required under the �� ) isbooks,an or inspired by your favourite genre, author offence under the aThisct an trainingd fines a nwilld d eassistmerit uspo toint betters appl yequip. our young drivers to manage our islands roads. or character. Following from this week’s Book Week we know there are many people who can find Firearm Licences – Your RespoEmergencynsibilities numbers Police would like to remind firearm owners that it is your responsibility to ensurartistice that interpretation from the written word! 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Police wArt,ish t findo inspiration from a person or thing that reassure membetors operatorsof this co m offmu n island.ity tha t a Allny c Crimestoppersalls to Crimest o reportsppers a re maderepresentsin the Norfolk Island to you. strictest confidenwillce a n bed a r acceptede not sub je anonymously.ct to caller ID o r su Policebscrib er wishtrac in tog. (An ICON is an image of a person or thing regarded Members of the reassurepublic re q membersuiring pol ic ofe a thisssis ta communitynce on the I thatslan d anyare r callseque sted taso ad isymbolal the or a belief of Nation, community or cultural 22222. to Crimestoppers are made in the strictest confidence movement). Surely this will be a popular category and and are not subject to caller ID or subscriber tracing. there is no limit on materials used. Island Beat Telephone calls are taken by Canberra based staff. Lodging an early bird entry form will guarantee a Island Beat is now on every Wednesday at 1.35pm on Radio Norfolk. Police Contact Details place in, what may prove to be a very popular event. Forms can be lodged without having your entry Police Contact DeTel:tail s +6723 22222 Norfolk Island PolicEmail:e Force [email protected]: + 672 3 22222 completed and you can provide more details later in PO Box 470 PO Box 470, NorfolkEm aIslandil: [email protected] January. After this Saturday forms will be available Norfolk Island at The Swiss House and the Gas Centre, and very South Pacific 2899 Office hours for routine enquiries: 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday. If the station is unattended, please shortly tickets will be available from the Swiss House use the courtesy telephone located near the front door as well. to contact on duty Police. See you at Foodlands Mall on Saturday morning!

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When confronted by a sudden accident or illness 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 casualities [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, they may have other questions 22091 or 911 they would like to ask. Page from the Past Saturday, 2nd December, 1972 - Thanksgiving Day 1972 - Glorious rain the preceding day, followed Saturday, 25th November and Saturday 2nd by brilliant sunshine on Wednesday, 29th November December 1972 made the 1972 Thanksgiving Day service a day of real Saturday, 25th November - Tourist Figures Up - thankfulness in the hearts of each and every one of us There was an increase of 96 visitors to the Island in on Norfolk Island. October as compared to the figures for October 1971. It was a day of praise for the good things we enjoy From Australia we had 679 visitors and from New on Norfolk. As Pastor George Southwell said “the Zealand 284, giving a total of 963. warm spots of life are those of thankfulness.” Vale - Sadness again descended upon Norfolk with Gift from the Royal Navy - Another link in the the news on Thursday, 23rd November of the death of chain of events which has associated Pitcairn Island Mr. Edward Young Evans. Born on Norfolk Island on with the Royal Navy for over 180 years was forged 8th April, 1895, “Young” as he was always called, was recently with the arrival of an Aldis signalling lamp the son of George Roland Sinclair Evans and Emily and accessories aboard the “Majestic”. Evangeline Buffett. He later married one of Norfolk’s This generous and expensive gift was made to the school teachers, Ivy Wilcox, who pre-deceased him island on behalf of the Royal Navy by Admiral Sir some years ago. They had two sons, Owen and Roy. Anthony Griffin, the Controller of the Navy, following Roy, who had a promising police career was killed in enquiries made by His Excellency, Sir Arthur an unfortunate playground accident a couple of years Galsworthy, Governor of Pitcairn. ago. His wife and young family live in Sydney. Owen The Coldham Plan - At the recent meeting of the and his family are resident on Norfolk. Chamber of Commerce to discuss the Coldham Plan, A member of the Light Horse Brigade during World the feeling of the previous meeting that some form War I, Young saw duty in Egypt and Palestine and apart of of business licensing and control should operate from two other visits to the mainland of Australia, he had been discussed. On the motion of the Chamber’s had remained for most of his life on the Island, growing committee - Isobel Moore, and Jenny Broad - it was bananas, passion fruit, and up to the time of his death agreed unanimously that, working in conjunction with had been an exporter of the Kentia Palm seed. the Plan, there should be some business licensing and A man of vision, with an intense love for his island, control. who accepted the small changes but was very much Vale - We convey our sincere sympathies to Mrs. against any radical change, Norfolk has become very Jessica Gordon and members of her family on the much poorer for the loss of Young. sudden death at his home in Little Green Lane, Norfolk Another blow for Women’s Lib - Rosalie Everett Island on Thursday morning, 30th November, of her has achieved the honour of becoming Norfolk’s first husband and their father, Mr. Leonard Leslie Gordon. female Teller - in the Bank of New South Wales. Notices - Weston Dairy regrets to announce that This rapid promotion has been the result of Rosalie’s after this Sunday night, 3rd December, delivery to all adaptation to her job in the 12 months she has been householders and flats will be discontinued and milk employed in the bank. No doubt the male customers will only be available at Burns Philp’s, Foodland and especially, will appreciate Rosalie’s lovely smile from Tom Vincent until further notice. behind the counter. ....Tom Hawkins, Manager of the Commonwealth Conaghan - Boudan Wedding - Our con- Bank won the $20.00 prize draw in the Lions Raffle. gratulations and very best wishes for their future ....Very pleased to hear that out of 340 applicants happiness to Lorraine and Gaetan Boudan whose for 33 positions available, Arthur Evans has been marriage took place at the Methodist Church last successful and accepted by Air New Zealand as an Friday evening, 17th November at 5.00 p.m. apprentice aircraft mechanic. Pastor Matt Cathcart officiated at a small gathering Norfolk Island opposes quarantine station - of family and friends who later celebrated at the Hotel Norfolk Islanders appear to have won their fight to stop Paradise. Lorraine is the eldest daughter of Mrs. a high security animal quarantine station for Australia O’Enone Conaghan and Mr. Mort Conaghan of Port being established on their island. Kembla and Gaetan is the third son of Mr. and Mrs. It is understood that the Federal Government will John Boudan of Mauritius. now consider using an island off the Queensland coast Ansett may cut Services - Ansett’s chairman, Sir for a quarantine station. Reginald Ansett has threatened to withdraw all air A Paradise in Peril - Like a great, lumbering bird services to and from Lord Howe Island. Sir Reginald of another age, the old flying boat thunders over the said the Federal Government had failed to keep its island palms, plopping in a streak of spray to a coral promise to build an airstrip on the island by 1970. reef shielded lagoon. Somehow, the plane, called the Sir Reginald said Ansett’s antiquated flying boats Boat, doesn’t seem out of place for Lord Howe Island. should have been phased out years ao. “The provision It could well be a giant albatross. For, like a bird, the of flying boat facilities over recent years has cost the flying boat leaves the island undisturbed and unscarred Commonwealth more than the price of an airstrip on to make Lord Howe a rarity among tourist islands. But Lord Howe.” soon the flying boats (two of them take 4,000 tourists Keep Wednesday 6th December FREE - to see the a year to the island) are to go and the island’s days as Gilbert and Sullivan Opera H.M.S. “Pinafore” enacted a tourist resort could be over. by the Secondary School pupils under the direction of - Tom. school teacher Jan Hazzard. MOVIE NIGHT AT GOV’S

Another Update From Antarctica I find myself now over at Mawson Station which is located 67°36’ S 62°52’ E. Mawson is situated on an isolated outcrop of rock on the coast in Mac.Robertson Land, at the edge of the Antarctic plateau. It is Australia’s first continental station and the longest continuously operating station south of the Antarctic Circle. Mawson Research Station is a base for scientific research programs including an underground cosmic Every WEDNESDAY night we will ray detector, various long-term meteorological, be showing the spectacular movie aeronomy and geomagnetic studies, as well as “The Bounty” ongoing conservation biology studies, in particular of nearby Auster rookery, a breeding ground for Emperor in our theatre room behind reception. Penguins and Adélie Penguins. Come on in and enjoy a pre-movie drink or Mawson Station houses approximately 20 personnel snacks from 6.00pm – 7.00pm with the big over winter and up to 60 in summer. It is the only Antarctic station to use wind generators for over 70% screen starting at 7.00pm. of its power needs, saving over 600,000 litres of diesel Surround sound, big screen, comfy fuel per year. It is accessible by sea for only a short seats, drinks and snacks. period each austral summer, between February and PLUS AS AN ADDED BONUS March. we offer question time with a Myself and Jenn arrived here on Fri 14th November after our first failed attempted flight to Mawson on Bounty Descendant after the movie – the 07th Nov from Davis station. The flight time to a truly fascinating experience! Mawson from Davis was around 2 1/2 hours on the Tickets only $10 ($5 for kids) Basler DC3. We had no complaints about our inflight entertainment as that was all unfolding outside, the Oscar winners Anthony Hopkins and Mel scenery was just fantastic and only got better as we Gibson lead a stellar cast that includes Sir approached Mawson. Laurence Olivier, Daniel Day Lewis and Liam Once on the ground we were greeted by the station Neeson in this action packed adventure leader and members of Mawson winter team. Induction bursting with sensational battles, raging formalities were carried out and we were inducted into storms and an intensity as powerful as the the duties, responsibilities and life at Mawson. It was then straight to work preparing a more suitable Ski mighty sea itself! Landing Area which took us into the late evening of Please note this movie is rated PG and there our first day. Our role has been busy doing numerous is some nudity. runs up and down the Landing area in a Hagglunds BV206 all-terrain vehicle towing a drag beam trying Governor’s Lodge Resort Hotel to smooth out bumps in the sea ice that could have ph: 24400 Queen Elizabeth Avenue – the potentially to damage a aircrafts landing gear then prepping the area with markers and flags. I can tell you plenty of parking or a short walk from most what a challenge it is working out on the sea ice as it accommodation properties and we’d love to is just like an ice skating ring only worse. Luckily we see some locals enjoying their story have spikes we can attach to our boots which I have on the silver screen! (continued overleaf) Another Update From Antarctica - continued It has been four days now since our last flight and been wearing from day dot, as to not bring been on standby since then anxiously awaiting for my adventure to an early conclusion like some clearing skies and calmer winds at both destinations expeditioners in the past have found out. (Davis and Mawson to), to allow for further cargo to Time can pass by so quickly down here as long resupply Mawson for the summer duration. It does periods of light in summer make you believe that it look like my Mawson experience will come to an end is still around lunch time when in fact it may be 9 pm and I will return back to Davis Station on the next at night. Around 10pm at night the sun may give you return flight when we finally get airborne again. a false sence of security that it may be setting, but in So until then I will write again as my adventure takes fact stays just above the horizon for a few hours then new turns over the coming days, weeks and months. returns high back up in the sky. Lance Antarctica receives 24 hours of daylight when it is tilted towards the sun (21 December) and 24 hours of darkness or near-darkness when it is tilted away from the sun (21 June). Currently we are in the 24 hr daylight phase. I had the opportunity to tag along with a crew 5 Day Yoga Program from Mawson on a Quad bike trip out to the Auster Cleanse and tone before summer at Rookery to see the Emperor Penguins and the Adelie Sarah’s new Home Studio, Crystal Pool Penguins. On the way we saw some amazing scenery – all levels welcome – and the odd Weddell seal and its pup just lazing around enjoying a little bit of sunshine. Once we reached our $40 - pay for 4 get 5th class free destination at Auster we managed to park our Quads Starting 3rd December 2014 some distance from one of 3 colonies of Emperor Penguins. The acquisitiveness of Penguins in both Wednesday 3rd 6 - 7am types is astounding, you are told to keep a specific distance from all wildlife in Antarctica but it’s hard Thursday 4th: 5.30 - 6.45pm because with the Penguins they always seem to come Friday 5th 6 - 7am to you rather than you going near them. As we stood Saturday 6th 8 - 9.15am there snapping shots (like real paparazzi) with our Sunday 7th 10 – 11.15am (Aura Studio) cameras of some 800 penguins and there fluffy chicks, it didn’t take long before we were approached by a Limited Spaces – Ring Sarah 53953 few Emperors and funnily enough a couple of little to reserve your space chicks. It was as if they came over for a chat, they would come so far and just stand there watching you Weekly classes continue as normal and as if saying well you going to talk to me. at Aura Studio (behind Photopress) Another highlight of my time so far here at Mawson was the opportunity to go over to an Island called Wednesdays 5.30pm Béchervaise Island to observe and count the numbers Sundays 10am of Adèlie penguins for an ongoing program. The Adèlie penguins have returned in their thousands, and Phone Sarah 53953 for more details occasionally one or two wander over to the station for a visit. Hours were spent watching them and counting Yoga with Sarah them as they meticulously went about selecting that perfect pebble to add to their nest (providing an ideal opportunity for their neighbour to then steal a pebble from their unattended nest and in turn for another bird to steal one from the thief’s nest). SHOW HOME EXCLUSIVE TO LJQ

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Vale Chloe Barbara Nicholas Nothing left to do, this home has everything 27th December 1940 - 23rd November 2014 you could wish for, down to the cutlery. The following is the Eulogy given by Melissa Ward at the funeral service for her mother, Chloe Nicholas Perfect Family living or Holiday Home in conducted at the Kingston Cemetery on Tuesday the Steeles Point area, all the hard work has afternoon, 25th November 2014. been done. Melissa advised those present that her mother had asked her to deliver the following Eulogy because she was confident that her daughter could carry out this sad OPEN HOUSE function without any problems - and she was right! “Chloe was born in Sydney in 1940 and spent her 30th November 2014 2-3pm early life swimming and sailing off Sydney’s Harbour beaches. As a young woman Chloe lived and worked 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom open plan living in Sydney and married her first husband Harry who with outdoor living, beautiful subtle remained a great friend; they travelled and spent time on Lord Howe Island. lighting, furnished with style and pizazz... Some years later Chloe flew to Tonga and joined showcasing some of the latest designs the “New Endeavour” which sailed to Norfolk Island available to Norfolk residents. as part of a Captain Cook re-enactment voyage. In Be sure so inspect this lovely home. March 1966 Chloe returned to Norfolk Island with her second husband Bill and settled at Middlegate. They raised two children; Melissa and Stephen James who pre deceased Chloe in 1998. During her 48 years on Norfolk, Chloe involved herself in many activities. Her involvement in the early days of NATS will be remembered along with her Friday evening radio program – Surrounded by Fine Music. Chloe particularly enjoyed the NIMPEX days and the time she spent working as a property agent; most enjoyable were the days spent on Emily Bay with her children. Chloe entered Norfolk’s political arena in 1980 to the Second Legislative Assembly and again in 2000 to the Tenth Legislative Assembly and she served on a number of Government Statuary Boards. Chloe was immensely proud of her grand-children Isabelle, Ari and Tertia and their achievements, particularly their academic achievements. Chloe may well be best remembered for her dedication to the gym and her active ageing regime. Call the experts! She was unimpressed that after so many years of Ph 50413 or 50414 healthy eating and exercise that her legs would let her down. Chloe developed deep vein thrombosis which Email:[email protected] was triggered by pancreatic carcinoma and in typical L.J. Quintal Real Estate, PO Box 279, Norfolk Island (continued overleaf) www.quintalhomes.com Chloe Barbara Nicholas - continued including a delicious fish fry at Puppies Point and form her own research prepared her for the worst some of the Food Festival events. and her decision to return home after just four days in They did manage to squeeze in some free time, Sydney’s Prince of Wales Hospital was absolute. relaxing and shopping! Chloe will be remembered as a woman of great A special thank you to the Norfolk Island RSL Sub- intellect and dignity; a pragmatic person and a branch & Womens Auxiliary, for hosting the group so quality human being who willingly gave her time and beautifully at the Puppies Point Fish Fry and the Club assistance to those who sought it, she encouraged and dinner at the RSL. The group had such a memorable inspired many.” time on Norfolk Island not least of all because of the After the Eulogy, David Buffett who conducted the outstanding hospitality they received through the service led the representative gathering of family and week. friends in prayers while PJ Wilson led the singing of We wish Ken, Dawn and friends a safe trip back to “The Pitcairn Anthem”. Brisbane today and look forward to their next visit to Norfolk Island Our photo shows the group at Puppies Point Thank you – Chloe Nicholas On behalf of Chloe’s family I would like to thank David Buffett, the Sexton, grave diggers, the wreath Dear Santa makers and Marie, Gavin and Tardy, Milt, ushers and If you know of anyone who has unwanted kittens, pallbearers; Khan and Daniel Forsyth, Dean FitzPatrick would you please ask them to give me a call...... and Sputt Douran for preparing the ground and laying Thank you and Merry Christmas! Chloe to rest. To Colleen White, Sue Menzies, St. Connie Telfer-Smith John’s Ambulance and the staff at the hospital, thank [email protected] you. To Gary and Lynne, everyone who sent cards and offered tributes and support in so many ways, bless you with love in return. To Mum’s Palliative care team, Wendy Soley, Jodie Williams, Bron South, Donna and Ash, PJ, Monica and Daniel and my basalt rock Bruce Taylor, words will never be enough. Melissa Ward.

Norfolk Island RSL Tour The Valley Nursery will be re-opening Ken Marmin on Sunday 14th December This week we welcomed back Ken & Dawn 8.30am - 3pm. Marmin with an RSL group arriving from Brisbane (Closed for 2 weeks for staff holidays) last Saturday 22 November. Tour leaders Ken & Dawn and their group stayed Gift vouchers will be available on Sunday at the South Pacific Resort Hotel they have had a terrific week and would like to give a special thanks 14th for Christmas. to all the team at South Pac for hosting the group so We apologise for well. Their week on Norfolk has been super busy with any inconvenience this causes. tours including Half Day Tour, RSL dinner functions yet his faith and trust in God his Saviour was never lost and finally he regained it. Job said that worrying yourself to death with resentment would be a “foolish, senseless thing to do”. Job concludes “if I were you I would turn to God and present my case to him. We cannot understand the great thing he does and to his miracles there is no end.” Billy Graham said, “God has not promised to Thanksgiving deliver us from trouble but he has promised to go with Today we have a community and political situation us through the trouble,” Furthermore Billy Graham where we are all trying our best and praying for the on the “The Cure for Anxiety” said, “And the Bible best outcome for the future of Norfolk Island. So may indicates that the Christian life is a life of conflict and God give us a solution that will satisfy the majority of warfare.” There are some people who promise that the people who live and work here. faith in God will remove all troubles and difficulties. Our text for our Thanksgiving is from Matthew In fact sometimes I think the truly committed Christian 6:34 “So do not worry about tomorrow; it will have is in conflict with society around him more than any enough worries of its own. There is no need to add to other person. Society is going in one direction and the troubles each day brings.” (Good New Bible) he is going the opposite direction. This brings about Dr William Barclay said, “So then do not worry friction and conflict, God has promised, in the midst about tomorrow, tomorrow will worry about itself. Its of trouble and conflict, a genuine peace, a sense of own troubles are quite enough for the day.” Stress and assurance and security that the worldly person never anxiety are part of life and work at times but when they knows”. are not managed properly they develop into worry and Dr William Barclay said that when we say “Our depression, suicide and other problems. Father in Heaven” it settles our relationship to the Jesus is promoting a carefulness and forethought seen world to this world of space and time in which about life as we are dealt with, despite the “ups” and we live. It is easy to think of this world as a hostile “downs” as most of us experience it. We should be world. There are the chances and the changes of life; joyful in our lives for it is God’s gifts. God empowers there are the iron laws of the universe which we break us to live a day at a time with faith and serenity, come at our peril; there is suffering and death; but if we can what may for our future be sure that behind this world there is not a capricious, Worry is pointless and useless for who can add to jealous, mocking god, but a God whose name is Father, his or her height. Jesus said that we should observe then although much may still remain dark, all is now the beauty of the flowers and the beauty of nature bearable because all is love. It will always help us if for we cannot duplicate or imitate them. God in his we regard this world as organised not for our comfort generosity and grace does not forget us, the crown of but for our training.” His creation. “So do not worry about tomorrow, it will have Worry is a distrust of God. Johann Tauler a 14th enough worries of its own. There is no need to add century German mystic quoted this story: “One day he to the troubles each day brings. (Matthew 6:34 Good met a beggar.’God give you a good day, my friend”, he News Bible) said, The beggar answered; I thank God I never had a Karl Tui M.A., Dip Tchg, QSM, JP(NZ) bad one, Then he said “God give you a happy life, my fiend’, ‘I thank God’ said the beggar, ‘when it is fine I thank God; when it rains, I thank God; when I have plenty, I thank God; when I am hungry, I thank God and since God;s will is my will and whatever pleases  him pleases me, why should I say I am unhappy when I am not? Tauler looked at the man in astonishment,  “Who are you?” he asked. “I am a King”, said the beggar, ‘Where then is your Kingdom?” asked Tauler.  And the beggar answered quietly:” ‘In my heart.” Domestic - Commercial & Timber Pests Job was a good faithful effective christian who suffered a complete disaster to his life. He lost all his Ph Ron on 23223 or 50210 children and property. He suffered a terrible disease

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Good for you, naturally Squash News Bowls To all members and sponsors to celebrate a great Saturday Bowls year of squash the club is putting on drinks and a Open singles Peter Walkinshaw def Peter Glass in sausage sizzle on Wednesday 10th December. So two sets Brent Pauling def Liz Walkinshaw in two come on down to the courts, have a game of squash sets Trevor Gow def Mick Williams in two sets. Social and enjoy the evening. Marg and brian played Kate and Stephen [don’t know A new raffle is starting this week to raise funds for who won. Open Pairs Kate and Dave Smith def John Squash Development. The tickets will go on sale at and Wendy in two sets. various businesses as well as books will be distributed to members to sell. The funds raised will be to support Wednesday Bowls the senior and junior members of the club in providing Turkey triples winners Betty Nicky and Tim def coaching from New Zealand, an upgrade of facilities Jackie Steve and Lizzie 29-8 . Grant Kitha and Andrew and will benefit all members. First prize is a return Air def Kev Norm and Peter 18-14 for runners up. Tess ticket from Norfolk to Sydney or Brisbane (donated Kate and Jeff def Derek Peter Glass Dave Smith 18- by Air New Zealand and Burnt Pine Travel), 2nd prize 17 is $200 cash, 3rd prize is $100 cash and 4th prize is Whats Happening $50 cash. The raffle will be drawn on the presentation Petal Jones and Ryan Dixon are playing Champion night 7th February 2105. of Champions. Ryan def Swaziland Botswana The club would like to wish Jake and his family argentina Fiji lost to China New Zealand, Namibia all the best for their fundraiser on Saturday night and Scotland. Petal def Fiji Phillipines Canada Spain lost hope it is a success for you. to New Zealand in tie break lost to Netherlands and Wednesday night mixed competition is on again Botswana. this week with the structure being a point a rally, first Happy Bowling to 60 points, with breaks at 20 and 40 points. Unbiased The draw for Wednesday, 3rd December Christian-Bailey Agencies Court 3.30pm Debby A +5 v Brian Athletics News NEXT WEEKEND -Saturday, December 6th 2014 4.00pm Aidan v Craig M – The Norfolk Island “Gift”and Championships 4.30pm Snobbles +5 v Craig B On Saturday 6th December, the Norfolk Gift will 5.00pm Figgy v Marc +10 be run( open for entry for all age groups over 8 years of age), consisting of a mix of events but with the 5.30pm Lance v Charles +5 aim of discovering Norfolk’s fastest runner based 6.00pm Cameron v Jacqui on age and sex factoring. The “Gift” events will be 6.30pm Mandy v Kym the Norfolk Island Gas Centre 100metres, the World Traders 400metres and the Middlegate Mile with great 7.00pm Adam +5 v Ginny cash and other prizes for each event. Two additional 7.30pm Umi v Beau +10 events this year will slot between the “Gift “events on Burnt Pine Travel court the afternoons program and will be run as National Championship events (open to athletes 15 years old 3.30pm Lenny v Mya +15 and over) – the long jump and the shot. Other events 4.00pm Tiaan v Lexi +15 will be organised, subject to interest .If you fancy 4.30pm Duncan v Puk yourself as something of an athlete, either a sprinter, middle distance runner, jumper or thrower then its not 5.00pm Debby J v Tejai +5 too late to show us what you‘ve got on December 6th. 5.30pm Mick V v Renee C +15 Events begin at 2.00 p.m. 6.00pm Dean +10 v Curtis For athletes wanting to be considered for selection for the Oceania Championships to be held in the Cairns 6.30pm Riki v Bob in May, this competition is a prerequisite for selection 7.00pm Reuben v Storm +10 purposes. 7.30pm Nyree v George Entries to Paula O’Hara (22938) by Friday 5th December please. Late entries may not be accepted. If you are unable to play then please ring or text For more information on the Around Island Relay Lance 56832 or Debby 58189. or the Gift please contact Brentt Jones (22355), Geoff Gardner (23050), or Paula O’Hara on 22938. Golf Report To Saturday the 22nd November Round 3 and Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th saw rounds 1 & players were champing (punny) at the bit after a weeks 2 of our Club Championships played with a healthy lay-off. In the Ladies Nett results Renay Robertson field vying for top honours in 2014. The Club Champs started her charge with a 71 Nett placing 3rd. The are a 72 Hole Gross Stroke event played over two ever improving Irene would show her hand with a weekends, without handicaps to influence the result, handsome 96/70 Nett taking out 2nd. However the with the Men divided into 3 grades and the Ladies 2 class of Miss Pat would rain on the parade of the A grades. We also play a daily handicap events and it Grade Ladies with an outstanding 78/66 Nett. Noice! was great to welcome down 4 visitors in Paul, Chris, In the Mens Jason Quintal would again signify his Victor and Andrew. Thanks to the lovely Ashley for intentions with another steady 83/68 Nett to poll 5th. assisting with presentation and catching up with the 4th place getter Tommy G began the A Grade Charge golf club “crew”. to rein in Dave Mags with a tradesman like 74/67 Nett. Saturdays daily nett results are as follows. In the 3rd on a countback the ever present Manu 67 Nett. Ladies the steady golf of Edie Christian would see Whoa - look out here comes Danny Nobbs the dark her place 3rd with 73 nett. Countbacks were again horse of the competition with his 75/66 Nett placing required to seperate 1st & 2nd place with Renay him 2nd on the day. The weeks rest from Golf must Robertson losing the arm wrestle to place 2nd with have paid off for current B grade leader Teddy Evans 70 nett. 1st place getter who is also in the running for producing another PB with his awesome 77/64 taking most improved this year (look out Irene) was wife out the day. (Wot Grade Teddy?) of El Presidente Madeline McCowan 70 nett also. N.T.Ps Pro Pin 4th - Danny All in 9th/18th - Ewwol Mad made mention that she nearly beat Dave off the Mens 2nd/10th Beau Magri and the best is yet to come stick and that was to be her next goal! Dave dutifully because the Ladies Nearest the Pin 2nd shot on the grinned, or was it a grimace! 6th/15th goes to Edie Christian with an EAGLE! For In the Mens nett results it was heartening to see the uninitiated Edie played a regulation Par 4 in only 2 some low markers feature. Running 5th was visitor shots. Good on ya Edie! Paul Blenkhorn with 69 nett. 4th place, after a 3 (continued overleaf) way countback, went to Kevin “zoom zoom” Adams with 68 nett. 3rd place went to Barry Soley who has battled injury throughout the year but is peaking at the right time with his 68. 2nd place, went to Tommy Greenwood grinding out his 68 Nett. Leading the field A quick rush to take out 1st place was Hadyn “Teddy” Evans with a superb personal best 79/65 Nett. Pro pin 4th - the sharpshooter Hussa Harris. All in and then a ﬂush! 9th/18th Paul Blenkhorn. Mens 1st/10th Hussa again. Ladies not struck. Putt off also not struck - jackpots to $30. Sunday- Round 2 of the Champs saw some jockeying PORT-A-LOO on the leaderboard with Irene Buffett helping her cause with a 3rd place 77 Nett. Renay comfortably 2nd with her 74 Nett but the day belonged to Miss Pat 70 Nett. FOR HIRE Keeping it all in the family was Steve Robbo polling 4th with his 71 Nett on a 3 way countback. 3rd went to Shano Evans and 2nd to Mr Reliable Dave Mags 71 Nett. Jason Quintal took 1st easily with his back to back 69 Nett. N.T.Ps Pro Pin 4th - Tony Scicluna All in 9th/18th- Storky Steven Ladies 6th/15th Edie Christian and Mens 1st/10th Cooky. After 2 rounds the Leaderboard was tight in some areas but gaping holes appeared in others. In the Mens A Grade David Magri was leading comfortably with 73/74-147 B Grade Men was another matter with two red hot players seperated by only a shot. Teddys hot 79 then tepid 88 would see his combined 167 lead the field closely followed by Jason Quintal with a super steady CONVENIENT AND HYGENIC 84/84 - 168. C Grade Mens leader was Steve Foster FOR ALL EVENTS / FUNCTIONS ETC with 101/97 - 198. 3 shots adrift were the Honourable CONTACT Lisle Snell and Tony Scicluna 201 respectively. In the Ladies A grade Pat McCoy was clearly in the lead with Island Plumbing and Gas 88/82-170 and in B Grade Ladies Thelma Partridge was leading the charge with her 101/108-209 ON 50305 Golf - continued Todays golf is the Stopp Cup a 4 Ball Aggregate Putt off not struck Jackpots to $40 next week. On a Stableford - Mixed - Choice of Partner. With many happy note Jarrod Magri, Barley Christian and Tzarn thanks to Bruce & Robyn Lockhart, Pat & Shane Evans all celebrated birthdays. On a sad note we have McCoy and our fantastic Patron Marie Bailey. lost one of our super staff in Beti to the bloody bowlo. Tee off times 8.30am and 1pm. Players are asked to We will miss your happy demeanour and great service be present at least 15 minutes before tee off and visitors Beti, best of luck with the bowlers! with an official handicap are especially welcome to Sunday - final day for the Club Championships. It join in the fun. would be a day of exciting golf in the final stretch and as Big welcome to virgin sponsors Tommy & Scotty is the wont not without controversy (which we will not Greenwood who took on Thanksgiving Day with the mention at the risk of incriminating ourselves) In the “Greenwood Fishing Extravaganza” choice of partner Ladies Naomi and Renay battled it out for top honours - invite a non-golfer. Hope a great day was had by all with Naomi taking the chocolates and flowers with her and special mention of Scotty and Tommy landing a 71 Nett relegating Renay to 2nd on a countback. In the 150kg Marlin the day before! I’m sure it will increase Mens a 4 way countback was required to seperate 4th to 250kg and a 4 hour fight in future folklore as befits from 1st. Taking 4th was Jack Soley son of Marbles a good fishing yarn. with his late charge 94/69 Nett. 3rd place the silent Good Golfing Everyone. assassin Wayne Richards 84/69 2nd place Danny Dark “ShortnSweet” Horse Nobbs 77/69 but the day belonged to the oh so steady golf of Jason Quintal 84/69. Could Jason be the 2014 B Grade Club Champion? Yes he could but Teddy had other ideas with his final round 91/79 just Mixed Night Netball enough to warrant a play-off between the two as they Results from Monday 24th November were equal on combined Gross scores of 335. We love Paiges Team 13 def Lisas Team 9 a play off at the Golf Club and more on that later. Norfolk Online Hotshots 29 def BPT 19 N.T.Ps Pro Pin 4th - Lost in translation All in Draw for Monday 1st December 9th/18th Renay Ladies 6th/15th Ginny Walker Mens Court 1 - 6:00pm 1st/10th Shano Evans (The way he is driving the ball BPT vs Paige’s Team makes for a different golf course to us mere mortals) Umpires: Lisas Team & Norfolk Online Hotshots To the B Grade playoff. After the 1st hole there Court 1 - 7:00pm was not much in it however Teddys birdie on the 8th Lisas vs Norfolk Online Hotshots - punching a low 6 iron under a pine limb to settle Umpires: BPT & Paiges Teams on the green would eventually prove too much for Mr Games start at 6:00pm so please be on time. Don’t Consistency Jason Quintal who would unfortunately forgot the time change!!! see this years opportunity evaporate. Commiserations Rego forms and subs are due to Tootie this Jason but you can take a bow for an incredible Monday. campaign this year. NO PAY NO PLAY 2014 Club Championship Results: - Mens A Grade Champion 73/74/75/*@ - 303 David Magri R/Ups Tom Greenwood/Danny Nobbs 316 Touch Footy - Mens B Grade Champion 79/88/77/91 - 335 Hadyn Evans R/Up (playoff) Jason Quintal - 335 Thursday, 04 December Draw - Mens C grade Champion 101/100/97/97 - 395 R/ 5.15pm Fuel Up vs Petes Place – REF: BP Travel Up Tony Scicluna - 399 5.15pm Backhanders vs Willies – REF: Big Dogs - Ladies A Grade Champion 88/82/78/84 - 332 Pat 6.00pm BP Travel vs Big Dogs – REF: Fuel Up McCoy R/Up Renay Robertson 353. Results from Thursday, 27 November: - Ladies B Grade Champion 101/108/102/98 - 409 Willies defeated BP Travel 8-6 Thelma Partridge R/Up Irene Buffett 412 BP Fuel defeated Backhanders 9-2 - Presidents Trophy Men - Jason Quintal 69/69 - 138 Big Dogs defeated Pete’s Place 11-3 - Presidents Trophy Ladies - Renay Robertson 70/74 Ladder - 144 Big Dogs 10, Willies 10, Fuel Up 8, BP Travel 6, - Captains Trophy Men - Danny Nobbs 66/69 - 135 Petes Place 2, Backhanders 0. - Captains Trophy Ladies - Renay Robertson 71/71 See you all next week. - 142 - Ben & Naomi Christian Trophy Men - Jason Quintal 69/69/68/69 - 275 - Ben & Naomi Christian Ladies Trophy - Pat McCoy N.I. Pest Control 76/70/66/73 - 285 For all your pest control needs Hearty Congratulations to our 2014 Club Champions and Trophy Winners! A good turn out of members Domestic and Commercial Services competing this year. Here’s hoping next year will see CONTACT DUNCAN GRAY even more members competing in the Clubs Premier PHONE / FAX 23034 • MOBILE 50541 Event. CTC News and will meet Mark’s team who came in third after What fantastic weather for Thanksgiving and all defeating Mitch’s. The play-off for 5th/6th is between the exciting activities associated with Food festival. Danny’s and Craig’s teams, while Jeht’s team will Norfolk has really been humming this week, even if face Dave’s for 7th/8th. It will also be a battle for the there hasn’t been quite as much tennis as usual. The Wooden Spoon as both Shano’s and Mitch’s team coming weekend will make up for that! We also had finished on 24 points. more news from Fabien- who was hoping for France Thursday evening is a fun night of tennis for to do well in the Davis Cup, but congratulations must those who enjoy a social game rather than sign up go to Switzerland, who had a first ever amazing win for a regular competition. Visitors and casual players thanks to the Federer and Wawrinka, who had to pull welcome from 6 pm. out all the stops. Commiserations Fabien! Friday afternoons after school the Juniors have their For those who might on the mainland in January- A competition so every week at Cheryl is a busy one. mighty contest between Federer and Hewitt is planned A list of current financial members is on the to launch a new Fast Tennis initiative. The new format noticeboard near the kitchen – please be prepared to has no advantage, no lets and if needed a tie-break pay non-member fees if you haven’t yet joined up. at 3 all since the winner is the first to get 4 games. Gradings are under consideration and will be reviewed Interesting to see if it becomes popular. before Club Championships later in the season. On Saturday afternoon the last round of the MAVIS COMING EVENTS Tuesday 2nd Junior Fund- CUP for this year will happen from 3pm with a XMAS raising Lunch at Sublime; Senior Shootout on the 6th theme and a very social draw for matches. Dec.-Entries to Jason / Danny; and also we want to Then on Sunday a further Fund-raising Shoot-out have a Xmas celebration- Date to be confirmed. Let for the Juniors will begin at 9 am and go through the Social committee girls know what else is on so we the morning into early afternoon in age groups; can work out the best time frame. with a Sausage Sizzle to satisfy the appetites from Subscriptions - Senior $75 ; Junior $40; Family about 11.30am. Supporters are welcome to come $165. Fees can be paid at the Club or through Treasurer and encourage the Juniors, and you will no doubt be Gaelene at the Gas Centre; or online banking details impressed at how well they are progressing. are Cheryl Tennis Club, BSB 032855 Account Number Also on Sunday from 3pm we have the final round 240057 and please also add your name as a reference. of the Burnt Pine Travel Mixed Doubles and this is Court Hire Visitors and non-members are welcome the crucial round to determine a winner of the Airline to come and play during the day at a cost of $16 per Ticket generously sponsored by BURNT PINE hour – Night $18. However Members have FREE use TRAVEL. We hope to be able to thank Bart in person of the courts during the day and $12 per hour in the at the Presentation which will follow play and would evenings if there is no comp. Please use the Honesty ask players to please bring some nibbles to share. Box if courts are unattended. Monday Night Competition completed Round 5 and Ball Machine Hire Should you wish to hire the this week will continue with Round 6. The Justifiers Ball Machine to help develop your skills, cost to are to face Giants; Maulers meet Crushers and Rebels Members is $6 per half-hour, $10 per hour; and Non- take on Jammers. Cleaners enjoy a Bye. Members $15 for half an hour and $25 per hour. Tuesday Night tennis was cancelled because of the Contact the Gas Centre 22419 to make funeral and the Club extends our sincere sympathy to arrangements. the family of Chloe Nicholas. VENUE FOR HIRE Our facilities are ideal for Tuesday 2nd Dec Ladies Night Comp Round 5 will many social occasions with beautiful courts, bar and see Teresa’s v Tanya R’s team; and in Toni’s v Angie’s kitchen so phone the Gas Centre and leave a message challenge there should be some fierce competition if you would like to arrange a function, or call up to the as these teams are both on top with 24 points at this courts during a comp night. stage. Wednesday Night Since there was no tennis on Thanksgiving Day, the Semi- Finals of the Wednesday Night Comp will be on this Wednesday. Kev’s team in current first position will again meet up with Reuben’s team, who came in fourth- and have had a week to consider what tactics to employ this time around! Will’s team defeated Craig’s to make second position,

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FOR RENT COACHING & TUTORING SERVICES School Students: For assistance with literacy, SHOP / OFFICE SPACE IN TOWN. Previously numeracy and study and research skills for students of “Spectrum”, situated next to the Aloha office. $200 10 years and over. ($20 per hour) per week + GST. Contact Sue-ellen Quintal, General Adult literacy: confidential assistance in improving Manager Aloha & Tudor Apartments. Ph: +6723 22325 reading and writing for more independent living. ($25 per hour) PO Box 801, Norfolk Island, South Pacific 2899 Executive coaching: confidential consultations that could include: leadership and management skills, time POSITION VACANT management including work/life balance, problem solving, decision-making and setting strategy and GROUNDSMAN for casual, on-call work is needed direction. ($30 per hour) for Fantasy Island Resort, NBN 280010067. Please call Phone (after 6.30pm) or text 55345 for more 23778 for more information. details.

CHEF wanted for Breeze Cafe. Must work to budget, SWEET PEA CAKERY - We specialise in be a team player. Full time position. Phone 23663 and bespoke cupcakes and cakes, as well as other baked leave a message. NBN 280040999 goods. You can find us at the Sunday Market for all your scrummy treats, or get in touch to place Nufka Studio Apartments are looking for AN an order. Call Natalie on 51476, find us online at ASSISTANT MANAGER. Good computer skills facebook.com/SweetPeaCakeryNI, or send e-mails to and a grasp of social media are essential. Must have [email protected]. We look forward to a friendly and happy disposition. Other duties include seeing you! housekeeping and maintenance. Please apply in writing to P.O. Box 966 or email [email protected]. PA YEAS LICENSED RESTAURANT - This NBN280042706 Saturday night - LIVE Dinner Music - Restaurant BAKER, to join out team at the Bakery, conversant Opens at 5.30 p.m. A la carte dining with menu choices in Thai would be a added advantage, for all or any as little as $15. Enjoy an evening of fine dining, enquiries email [email protected]. nbn 280035478 wining and even dancing if you choose. Reservations preferred, but not essential. Booking pad inside the NOTICE front door or phone 22557 and leave your details.

WORDS 4 YOU Take a stroll through Hundred Acres to Rocky Point; Freelance writing services call out and feed the infamous Mr Bull or just relax on Allow me to find the words for whatever content the randa surrounded by our beautiful gardens. The you need: e.g. marketing brochures, advertisements, Award winning Norfolk Blue Restaurant Grill & websites, facebook, twitter, menus, compendia, Bar is open for Lunch MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, speeches for all occasions, letters, reports, proposals, resumes, newsletters, articles... & SUNDAY and for Dinner MONDAY through to Words 4 You can help you to get your message SATURDAY (inclusive). Also enquire about our Farm across effectively and at a reasonable cost. Tours, casual visits to feed Mr Bull and our Shuttle Phone (after 6.30pm) or text 55345 for more details. service. New Farm Road, right next to the historic fig trees. Bookings appreciated on 22068. THE PRESENTATION NIGHT OF PRIZES WON AT THE ANNUAL ROYAL A&H SHOW show will DINO’S RESTAURANT at Bumboras is open be held on Wednesday 3 December at the A & H Hall Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and commencing at 7 pm. Persons unable, unwilling or Sunday lunch. Also open for Christmas Lunch, reluctant to attend may collect their prizes from the bookings essential. Phone 24225 to reserve your table. Golden Orb from 4 December onward. MARIAH’S OCEAN VIEW RESTAURANT is open CARE NORFOLK INC. Providing in-home domestic for LUNCH: Thurs – Sun 12pm – 2pm; DINNER: Wed care, social support and minor home safety modifications. – Sun 5:30pm onwards; CLOSED: Mon-Tue. We are All enquiries to Liat Baddock on 52696. closed on Tuesday & Wednesday. To make a booking please call 23155 or email [email protected] IF YOU NEED A FOODCARE VOUCHER please contact Foodcare on 22201 or 22348. LITTLE SINGAPORE CAFE AND TAKEAWAY is open from Monday to Saturday for Smoko, Brunch MEETINGS AND AGMS and Lunch from 8am - 4pm. Coffee from 8am - 6pm. THE AGM FOR THE WOMAN’S ADVOCACY Dinner from 4pm to 8pm. Bookings not essential but GROUP NORFOLK ISLAND (WAGNI) will be held preferred, especially for groups. We are loacted at the at 5.00pm on Wednesday 3rd December at No9 DCA Strand Arcade, Taylor’s Road. Phone 22426. (Opposite Circle. Would all members please attend and “bring a Pete’s Place) friend” to join up. Girls also encouraged to attend and join. GOVERNOR’S LODGE RESORT HOTEL has it all covered – Breakfast daily 7.30-9.30 continental buffet NORFOLK ISLAND FLORA AND FAUNA $12.50!+ hot menu from as little as $8.50. Lunch daily SOCIETY INC. MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING 12.00 – 2.00 $10 - $15!! Dinner at Bailey’s Restaurant AND CHRISTMAS NIBBLES POSTPONED to 8th in beautiful surrounds each night from 6.00 except Wed December, 6pm at the A & H Hall. and Thur. LOUNGE BAR now open in Reception 8.00am-6.00pm DAILY: toasties, soup, muffins, sweets, NORFOLK ISLAND CATTLE ASSOC. AGM. 8th coffees, wine, beer and more. What are you waiting December 2014. 5.30pm at the School, room 18 (Bean for? Shed).

HILLI RESTAURANT IS OPEN ALL DAY Monday LAT.29004’S LONG. 167056’E – Saturday from 10am – late. Lunch from 12:00pm, dinner from 6.00pm. NORFOLK ISLAND MASTERING TASTE CHEF SCHOOL & GARDEN TASMAN SEA TOUR, see, touch taste. Learn how to create restaurant TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS quality meals with the Head Chef from Hilli. For HIGH Hgt LOW Hgt bookings please phone 24270 Saturday 29th 1.37pm 1.6 7.00am 0.4 Sunday 30th 2.39pm 1.6 8.05am 0.5 LEGAL ADVICE Piria Coleman BA LLB (Hons) Monday 1st 3.43pm 1.6 9.17am 0.6 enquiries welcome www.norfolkislandlawyer.com.au Tuesday 2nd 4.45pm 1.5 10.31am 0.6 or [email protected] . Wednesday 3rd 5.45pm 1.5 11.38am 0.6 HOUSIE every Monday night at Paradise Hotel 7p.m. Thursday 4th 6.37am 1.6 12.38pm 0.5 Lions Club of Arthurs Vale Friday 5th 7.27am 1.7 1.30pm 0.5 Saturday 6th 8.11am 1.7 2.17pm 0.5

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NORFOLK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK AND NORFOLK ISLAND BOTANIC GARDEN ACT 1984 REVOCATION OF APPOINTMENT AND APPOINTMENT OF PARK SUPERINTENDENT I, Ronald John Ward, Minister for the Environment, under section 4 of the Norfolk Island National Park and Norfolk Island Botanic Garden Act 1984, revoke the appointment of any person holding the appointment of Park Superintendent under the Act, and appoint Park Manager � Craig Doolan to be the Park Superintendent for the purposes of that Act and the Regulations under that Act.

Dated 18 November 2014 R.J. WARD MINISTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

IMMIGRATION ACT 1980 APPLICATION FOR GRANT OF RESIDENCY I, Robin Adams, Minister for Cultural Heritage and Community Services, under section 34(1) of the Immigration Act 1980, advise that � Mohammed Imraan Ali has applied under section 29 of the Act to be declared to be a resident of Norfolk Island.

Dated 20 November 2014 ROBIN ADAMS MINISTER FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

IMMIGRATION ACT 1980 APPLICATION FOR GRANT OF RESIDENCY I, Robin Adams, Minister for Cultural Heritage and Community Services, under section 34(1) of the Immigration Act 1980, advise that � Jenny-Vi Pascua Gabuat has applied under section 29 of the Act to be declared to be a resident of Norfolk Island.

Dated 20 November 2014 ROBIN ADAMS MINISTER FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

IMMIGRATION ACT 1980 DECLARATION OF GRANT OF RESIDENCY I, Robin Adams, Minister for Cultural Heritage and Community Services, under section 33 of the Immigration Act 1980, grant a declaration under section 29 of the Act sought by �

Douglas Alexander Foote to be a resident of Norfolk Island.

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Losana Uluinadi Ratulevu Tuidraki Rachel Ratulevu to be a resident of Norfolk Island.

Dated 20 November 2014 ROBIN ADAMS MINISTER FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

IMMIGRATION ACT 1980 TEMPORARY ENTRY PERMITS ADVERTISEMENTS TO FILL JOB VACANCIES Employers are reminded that advertisements for all job vacancies must contain certain minimum information and must genuinely seek a suitable person without requiring any unrelated or unrealistic characteristics. Any advertisement that does not meet the following requirements will not be accepted by the Immigration Service.

1. Advertisements should include the employer’s usual trading name and Norfolk Business Number (NBN); 2. Job specifications; 3. Detailed contact information (business address, telephone and email contacts of the employer); 4. The insertion of the words “TEP renewal” or “This is a TEP renewal” in an advertisement will no longer be deemed acceptable; 5. Content of the advertisement should not be written to exclude or discourage local applicants for the job vacancy.

Further information on the criteria to be satisfied for the granting of a Temporary Entry Permit and forms can be obtained from the Norfolk Island Immigration website http://www.immigration.gov.nf , the Administration of Norfolk Island’s website http://www.info.gov.nf/adminforms/immigration/, the Immigration office or on telephone 22140 extension 2.

In addition to the above, permit holders are reminded of their obligation to ensure Temporary Entry Permit renewals, applications, variations, visas and medicals are completed on time and prior to the expiration of their permits.

PERMANENT RESIDENT OF NORFOLK ISLAND VISA (PRNIV) If you are a resident and you have not already done so, you are invited to take your passport to the Immigration office to have a Permanent Resident Norfolk Island Visa (PRNIV) placed in the passport. This will assist with check in at Australian or New Zealand airports. The PRNIV is free of charge.

A.C. BUFFETT MANAGER, CUSTOMS & IMMIGRATION SERVICES

LIQUOR ACT 2005 Application is made for the grant of a General (Hotel) Licence in respect of the premises Castaway Hotel situated on Portion 38b22 off Taylors Road. The proposed trading hours are 11.00 am to 12 midnight – 7 days per week.

TONY L. WATTS AND SARAH J. WATTS PROPOSED LICENSEES - 185 - NORFOLK ISLAND GOVERNMENT GAZETTE NO. 51 Friday 28 November 2014

THE ADMINISTRATION OF NORFOLK ISLAND POSITION VACANT – FIXED PERIOD - 3 YEARS - IMMIGRATION OFFICER

Salary range: $44,090 to $46,689 pa (Plus 6.5% Gratuity and 3.5% Performance Payment on meeting Performance Objectives) The Norfolk Island Administration is seeking applications from suitable persons interested in a 3 year performance– based Fixed Period position as Immigration Officer. The position being filled is within the Immigration section and reports to the Manager – Customs/Immigration Services.

To fill this position you will need as a minimum: � Qualifications in Administration/Governance/Legal Studies or similar, or significant related work experience. � Sound knowledge and experience in legislative interpretation with a demonstrated ability to analyse, administer and ensure compliance requirements are met. � Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and conflict management skills with the ability to successfully communicate with customers in an informative, objective, impartial and professional manner. � Experience in a supervisory capacity with the ability to effectively undertake the role of a team leader. � Eligibility to obtain an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card).

The Position Specification for this position lists the full set of responsibilities and selection criteria and is available from our website www.info.gov.nf or by contacting the Human Resources Office at Kingston [email protected] or phone 22001 (extension 2). Further enquiries can be directed to Alan Buffett at email [email protected] or telephone 22140 during business hours.

All Administration positions are subject to a 7 day spread of hours and positions may be rostered dependent on customer and service requirements.

Appointments will be made on merit in accordance with the applicable public service legislation. If you are interested in this position you will need to send a written application addressing the selection criteria contained in the Position Specification. For further information on how to apply for positions within the Administration go to http://www.norfolkisland.gov.nf/hr/OpenPositions/ Applications will also need to include two recent work-related referees. Applications are to be lodged by email at [email protected] no later than 9.00 am Monday 8 December 2014. JON GIBBONS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

THE ADMINISTRATION OF NORFOLK ISLAND POSITION VACANT – FIXED PERIOD - 3 YEARS – IMMIGRATION ASSISTANT

Salary range: $36,962 to $39,578 pa (Plus 6.5% Gratuity and 3.5% Performance Payment on meeting Performance Objectives) The Norfolk Island Administration is seeking applications from suitable persons interested in a 3 year performance– based Fixed Period position as Immigration Assistant. The position being filled is within the Immigration section and reports to the Manager – Customs/Immigration Services.

To fill this position you will need as a minimum: � Significant work experience in Administration/Governance/Legal Studies or similar. � Ability to accurately interpret legislation, regulations and standard operating procedures to ensure accurate information and timely advice is provided to internal and external customer enquiries. � High level communication and interpersonal skills including conflict resolution abilities. � Proven ability to provide effective customer services and handle enquiries and applications in an informed, objective, impartial and professional manner with empathy, and sensitivity. � Demonstrated ability to perform administrative duties including word processing, email/written and verbal correspondence, records maintenance, reporting and receipting transactions. � Eligibility to obtain an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card).

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THE ADMINISTRATION OF NORFOLK ISLAND POSITION VACANT – FIXED PERIOD – 3 YEARS CUSTOMER SERVICES OFFICER – TELECOM

Salary range: $35,217 to $36,962 pa (Plus 6.5% Gratuity and 3.5% Performance Payment on meeting Performance Objectives) The Norfolk Island Administration is seeking applications from suitable persons interested in a 3 year performance– based Fixed Period position as a Customer Services Officer in Norfolk Telecom.

To fill this position you will need as a minimum: � Demonstrated ability and experience to provide effective professional and friendly customer services. � Experience in processing financial transactions and handling of public monies within legal and accounting principles. � A high level of personal ethics including honesty, accuracy and confidentiality with the proven ability to work within organisational policy guidelines. � Competent computer usage of spreadsheets, word processing and email software. � A good standard of communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in handling difficult situations with tact and sensitivity. � Understanding of and commitment to work health and safety principles and practices to maintain a safe environment for the public and employees, ethical conduct requirements and public sector accountability.

The Position Specification for this position lists the full set of responsibilities and selection criteria and is available from our website www.info.gov.nf or by contacting the Human Resources Office at Kingston [email protected] or phone 22001 (extension 2). Further enquiries can be directed to Kim Davies at email [email protected] or telephone 22244 during business hours.

All Administration positions are subject to a 7 day spread of hours and positions may be rostered dependent on customer and service requirements.

JON GIBBONS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER - 187 - NORFOLK ISLAND GOVERNMENT GAZETTE NO. 51 Friday 28 November 2014

NORFOLK ISLAND LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY POSITION VACANT � FIXED PERIOD � 2 YEARS � SECRETARY � LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY

SALARY RANGE: $41,400 to $43,131 pa (Plus 6.5% Gratuity and 3.5% Performance Payment on meeting Performance Objectives) The Norfolk Island Legislative Assembly is seeking applications from suitable persons interested in a 2 year (with option to renew), performance–based Fixed Period position as Secretary – Legislative Assembly. This position reports to the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.

To fill this position you will need as a minimum: � Proven experience in providing telephonist, reception, secretarial, research and administrative support. � Excellent written and oral communication skills. � High level of competency with PC, keyboard and software applications especially Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. � Minimum education qualifications – relevant TAFE or equivalent qualifications to certificate level, or at least five years’ experience relevant to the position. � Ability to handle difficult situations with diplomacy and sensitivity. � Ability to use own initiative, good time management and be flexible in work practices with competent organisational skills and the ability to undertake a diverse range of functions relevant to the role.

The Position Specification for this position lists the full set of responsibilities and selection criteria and is available from our website www.info.gov.nf or by contacting the Human Resources Office at Kingston [email protected] or phone 22001 (extension 2). Further enquiries can be directed to Mrs Gaye Evans, Clerk, Legislative Assembly at email [email protected] or telephone 22003 during business hours.

This position is subject to 7 day spread of hour’s roster and may be called upon to work dependent on requirements.

Appointments will be made on merit in accordance with the applicable public service legislation. If you are interested in this position you will need to send a written application addressing the selection criteria contained in the Position Specification. For further information on how to apply for this position go to http://www.norfolkisland.gov.nf/hr/OpenPositions/ Applications will also need to include two recent work-related referees. Applications are to be lodged by email at [email protected] no later than 9.00 am 1st December 2014.

DAVID E. BUFFETT SPEAKER, LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY

THE ADMINISTRATION OF NORFOLK ISLAND POSITION VACANT � CUSTOMER SERVICES OFFICER � CASUAL POOL

SALARY RANGE: $19.31 per hour (Salary includes 15% loading in lieu of entitlements) The Norfolk Island Administration is seeking applications from suitable persons interested in being part of a Casual Pool within the Post Office, reporting to the Post Office Manager.

To fill this position you will need to have: � Demonstrated ability and experience to provide professional and friendly customer services; � Proven ability to work competently as an individual and/or as part of a team and to manage your workload efficiently; � Competent communication skills either person-to-person or over the telephone; � Experience in processing financial transactions including cash transactions and electronic; � A high level of personal ethics including honesty, accuracy and confidentiality with the proven ability to work within organisational guidelines; � Understanding of Work Health & Safety principles and practices in the workplace to maintain a safe environment for the public and employees; � Current drivers licence; � Ability to lift up to and including 20 kg.

The Position Specification for this position lists the full set of responsibilities and selection criteria and is available from our website www.info.gov.nf or by contacting the Human Resources Office at Kingston [email protected] or phone 22001 (extension 2). Further enquiries can be directed to Ms Deb Simpson, Manager, Post Office at email [email protected] or telephone 22141 during business hours.

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All Administration positions are subject to a 7 day spread of hours and positions may be rostered dependent on customer and service requirements.

Appointments will be made on merit in accordance with the applicable public service legislation. If you are interested in this position you will need to send a written application addressing the selection criteria contained in the Position Specification. For further information on how to apply for positions within the Administration go to http://www.norfolkisland.gov.nf/hr/OpenPositions/ Applications will also need to include two recent work-related referees. Applications are to be lodged by email at [email protected] no later than 4.00 pm on Monday 1st December 2014. JON GIBBONS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

PLANNING ACT 2002 – SUBSECTION 43(1) NOTICE Applicant: David W. Evans Development Application No: 0043/14 Location: Pn 38b4 Taylors Road Proposed Development: Free standing advertising structure (encroaching into standard setback requirements) Zone: Mixed Use Category: Permissible (with consent)

Public Exhibition The public is advised that David W. Evans has lodged a Development Application for a free standing advertising structure at Pn 38b4 Taylors Road. The advertising structure encroaches into the standard setback requirements. This Development Application may be inspected, during business hours, at the Planning Office at the Administration of Norfolk Island, New Military Barracks, Kingston.

Submission Any person may, during the period between Friday 28th November and Friday 12th December 2014 make written submissions to the Chief Executive Officer about the above Development Application. All submissions must state the relevant Development Application (DA) number. All submissions must be signed by at least one person making the submission. If a submission objects to the proposed development, the grounds for objections must be specified in the submission.

Reviewable decisions A decision made on this Development Application by the Minister under subsections 44(7) and 44(8) of the Planning Act 2002 is a reviewable decision within the meaning of subsection 78(1) of the Act.

Dated 25 November 2014 JODIE BROWN CONTRACT PLANNING OFFICER

***** Come Worship With Us. CHURCH OF ENGLAND NORFOLK ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Reverend Stuart Broughton. Christian Outreach Rectory: Headstone Road Telephone: 22293 / 57771 Taylors Road (next door to Marks Bakery) SUNDAY SERVICES 8.30am St Barnabas Chapel - Pastors Matt and Gail Nola Communion Service followed by morning tea (Morning Telephone 22606 Prayer Service first Sunday of the month). 4.30pm Evening ***Visitors most welcome*** Prayer and Sing Along at All Saints Church Kingston. SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY 9am 10.00am Morning Worship on first Sunday of each month at SUNDAY NIGHT Service 6pm All Saints Church Kingston. 9.45am Radio Programme on THURSDAY NIGHT Bible Study 6:30pm Ph: 22606 VL2NI AM band. Other Activities School Scripture - each Wednesday at ST. PHILIP HOWARD CATHOLIC CHURCH 1.30pm during term. Ecumenical Prayer Time - every second Queen Elizabeth Avenue Telephone 22763 Tuesday 7.30am Administrator Father Paul Hilder Parish Council President - Dave Porter, for Baptism, SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH First Communion and Weddings please contact Dave 22162. Pastor Dion Fourie Rosary - Sunday 8.30am (Preceding Mass) Manse and Church: New Cascade Road. Tel 22201 MASS - SUNDAY 9.00am email: [email protected] Piety Stall open before and after Sunday Mass. Website: www.norfolkisland.gscadventist.org.au MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY: 2:00 to 4:00 pm. South UNITING CHURCH Pacific Display Centre is open to Tourists and all interested Pastor Karl Tui Telephone: 22179 persons. How good it is to give thanks to you, O LORD, to sing in TUESDAY 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm: Ladies Arts and Crafts your honour. (Psalm 92:1) time. 7:15 pm Bible Study and Prayer fellowship SUNDAY 30th at 10am: Pitcairn Praise Service. Everyone THURSDAY : 5:00 pm Radio Programme on Radio is welcome to come to join in the singing of favourite hymns Norfolk and to stay for morning tea after the service SATURDAY: Sabbath Services: 9:30 am Sabbath School TUESDAYS at 4 pm: Radio Programme on VL2NI in and Bible Study for all ages. 11:00 am. Divine Service- Solid the AM Band Bible preaching The Opportunity Shop sells VISITORS AND SEARCHERS - Always welcome for Good clean clothes, Small household items, worship and fellowship, with God our Maker and Life. Bibles, “Hymns of Norfolk Island” books SOUTH PACIFIC DISPLAY CENTRE – Uniting Church Souvenir Magnets Tourist Attraction Norfolk Island CDs Best of its kind in the South Pacific – South Pacific Artefacts HOURS- Monday to Friday: 9 am to 12 Noon Including Significant Pitcairn Items on display Wednesday: 3 pm to 6 pm Open Monday and Wednesday 2:00 to 4:00 pm Friday: 2 pm to 4pm; Saturday: 10 am to 12 Noon Admission $2:00 Closed Public Holidays

COMBINED CHURCHES MEETINGS WITH JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES (Ministers Fraternal) ACTIVITIES SUNDAY 30th NOVEMBER. 3.30pm Public Talk - Be PRAYER MEETING -7:30am every 2nd Tuesday –Phone courageous and trust in Jehovah. 4.00pm. Bible Study. 22606 for details. Remember those in the full-time service. 1 Thessalonians LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY / SHARING -10.30am 1 : 3 Wednesdays at Community Church All Welcome No Collection Kingdom Hall, 22 Grassy Rd SCHOOL SCRIPTURE -1pm Wednesdays Free home Bible study offered to people of all ages. Answers to Bible questions available on www.jw.org

METEOROLOGICAL DATA NOVEMBER 2014 DAY DATE M.S.L.Press TEMP. WIND RAIN SUNSHINE (hpa) 9am MAX. MIN Dir’n KNOTS TIME Thursday 20th 1022.9 22.1 16.1 SSE 18 1118 0.0 12.4 Friday 21st 1023.8 22.1 15.0 E 18 1150 0.0 11.6 Saturday 22nd 1022.4 22.8 17.0 ENE 17 1320 0.0 10.9 Sunday 23rd 1023.0 23.3 15.3 ENE 15 0933 0.0 10.8 Monday 24th 1022.7 22.7 15.7 SW 14 1216 0.0 9.3 Tuesday 25th 1020.7 23,8 15.6 E 19 1330 0.0 11.8 Wednesday 26th 1019.4 23.8 16.9 ENE 16 1037 0.0 10.4 MONTHLY MEANS FOR NOV. (All Years) RAINFALL SO FAR FOR NOV : 40.4mm MEAN MAX TEMP (oc) : 21.7 RAINFALL FOR 2014 TO DATE : 835.8mm MEAN MIN TEMP (oc) : 16.1 MEAN ANNUAL RAINFALL : 1293.4mm DAILY SUNSHINE (Hours) : 7.9 AVERAGE NOVEMBER RAINFALL : 72.8mm AVE JAN 1 TO END OF NOVEMBER : 1204.4mm