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Accident on Also in this Deadwood Plain issue: New babies, page 2&3 Darrin Henry, SHBC Second Maths Advisory On Monday evening 3 September, at approximate- Teacher appointed, page 2 ly 6.45, Basil Read’s 70 tonne excavator snagged on overhead power lines on Deadwood Plain, pull- Architects on St Helena, ing over an electricity pole and plunging the ma- jority of the island into darkness with a power cut page 6 that lasted more than 2 hours. No one was reported hurt although different eye- Opening reception held witnesses reported a bright fl ash seen on the Plain, at Longwood House, clearly visible from the Alarm Forest and Gor- page 11 don’s Post area. The power outage affected most districts across the island, including St Pauls, Blue Hill, Sandy Sports Arena: Bay, Levelwood, Alarm Forest and Longwood. Blue Hartz & Rastas The incident occurred as Basil Read were begin- through in rounders ning the process of moving heavy plant equipment knockout to the airport site now that the haul road from Ruperts to Deadwood Plain is open. The aim on Rovers drop fi rst points Monday was to get the equipment as far as Fox’s Raiders 5th victory of the Garage. season Island Director for Basil Read, Deon De Jager, Also, skittles, shooting, and Janet Lawrence, SHG Airport Director, both volleyball and golf news confi rmed a safety ‘banksman’ was escorting the excavator at the time of the accident. “Just to clar- Anthony Caswell (pictured ify,” said Janet, “This was an operational incident. left) has been working in Obviously the guys in the Project Management the Castle Gardens for 27 Unit have been following up with Basil Read, continued on page 12 years. See story on page 16 2 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL ST HELENA NEWS SNIPPETS BABY BOY Baby boy Jamel David Rex Ward-Peters was born on Tuesday 21 August at 9.41am to parents Melissa Ward-Andrews and Jason Peters of Crack Plain. Baby Jamel weighed in at 7lb 1oz and measured 48cm. Melissa and Jason said parenthood took time sink- ing in at fi rst but everything has fallen into place. TEMPORARY MEMBERS OF EXECUTIVE COUNCIL APPOINTED Councillors Rodney Buckley and John Cranfi eld are to act as temporary members of Executive Council following the depar- ture of Councillors Anthony Green and Der- ek Thomas today. Councillor Buckley is to sit on ExCo until Jamel Ward-Peters the return of Councillor Green on 11 Oc- tober from attendance at the CPC confer- Teacher of Mathematics for Prince Andrew ing students to interact with Maths, through ence in Sri Lanka and the EU OCT forum School (PAS). Alex Gross Wilkinson will the use of ICT, enables them to place the in Greenland. Councillor Cranfi eld will re- join Hema Soni who is also a recent addi- Maths within a context, which in turn cre- place Councillor Thomas temporarily until tion to the Directorate. Alex arrives on is- ates a deeper level of understanding,” com- he returns to the Island on 12 September fol- land on 19 September and has been working mented Alex. He continues, “I am very lowing a short period of overseas leave. in a Mathematics post in a secondary school excited about working with the Education The election of a permanent member of in Wiltshire. and Employment Directorate on St Helena, Executive Council to replace Councillor Colin said he was pleased to have recruited especially at such an important juncture in Tara Thomas, who resigns from Legislative an individual with Alex’s experience and St Helena’s future. The need for all students Council today, will be undertaken at the for- made the following comment. “This ap- to have a good understanding of Mathemat- mal Legislative Council meeting on 13 Sep- pointment places us in a much improved ics will become increasingly important as St tember 2012. position to raise standards even further in Helena’s economy expands.” Maths. The future employment prospects With this appointment PAS now has a full (SHG Press Realease) of the children and young people of St Hel- complement of staff in the Math’s Depart- 31 August 2012 ena are dependent on top quality specialist ment. “I’m really pleased to say that we teaching in key skill areas such as Science, start the new school term in a much bet- SECOND MATHS Technology, Engineering and Mathemat- ter position than we were six months ago ADVISORY TEACHER ics.” when I fi rst arrived,” stated Colin. “We’ve On Monday, 3 September, the Education Alex who has previously worked in soft- now got our two qualifi ed Mathematicians, and Employment Director, Colin Moore, ware design, hopes to increase the use of against a back drop of international short- announced the appointment of an Advisory ICT within the Math’s classroom. “Allow- age in Math and Science teachers. So we are in a much better place and we have got Councillor Rodney Buckley the complement that our youngsters need.” The shortage of Math teachers on island came to a head in June when PAS’ only Math teacher took ill in a period when ex- ams were taking place. “I was thrilled for the students who had done so well in such diffi cult circumstances,” said Colin. “We actually had two Math public examinations and there was a linear paper which meant that the students expertise in Math really shone through. Whilst the results still have some way to go to be as good as our results, for instance, in English and Science, they really are encouraging. This time next year, now we’ve got the two teachers, I’m quite sure we’ll see our Math results mirroring our English results. The gold standard for the island is measured in terms of fi ve good GCSE’s, which include English and Math. At the moment we’re up to about 20%. I’m looking for us to double that in a year’s time.” THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 3 ST HELENA NEWS SNIPPETS Work to improve the Math results in next year’s examinations are to continue. Ar- rangements are being made for the two Advisory Teachers of Mathematics to train teachers island wide to “up skill the level of Mathematical enquiry and understanding in all of the teachers across the board,” com- mented Colin. WEATHER Well spring is on its way, sunshine hours and temperatures are starting to pick up. Total rainfall has dropped quite signifi cantly al- lowing Francis Plain to dry and football and rounders matches to resumed over the weekend. Scotland Bottomwoods

Max temp 18.6C 16C Min temp 12.7C 11C Mean temp 15C 13.6C Total rainfall 4.8mm 6.6mm Leromeo and Kiara Fowler Total sunshine 14.3 hours 23.1 hours a picture frame and some other things,” said on recycling, we even recycle egg shells, Mean wind speed 11 knots Lauren Crowie. “I really did enjoy today be- turning them into wobbly heads.” cause it is a lot of fun. I’ve been here for a Activity day drew to a close around 2pm. LIBRARY ACTIVITY DAY few minutes,” revealed Demi George, “and On Thursday 30 August, the Public Library I’ve also made a picture frame.” “I come BABY GIRL hosted an activity day for children. The nor- to the Library whenever they have activity days,” said Lianna Crowie, “they always Baby girl Kiara Kelsi was born on Tuesday mal quiet was replaced with the hum of ap- 28 August at 9.33am to proud parents Kayla proximately 20 children doing craft. have activity days in the holidays.” Prudy Joshua is a Teaching Assistant at and Leroy Fowler of Jamestown. Kiara Activity days are an extension of the book weighed a healthy 6lb and 6oz and mea- week initiative, designed to get children to Harford Primary School, she volunteered to help out with crafts on activity day. “At sured a length of 19ins. Big brother Lero- visit the library and read for pleasure. They meo is delighted with his little sister. Kayla are organised by the public library working the moment I am recylcing a CD Case and turning it into a picture frame,” said Prudy. said, “It feels amazing to have a girl and she group. hasn’t given us any sleepless nights yet..!” “We don’t have that many today,” said Li- “Hopefully if they watch me they will learn brarian Jill Young, commenting on the num- that they can help to save money by recy- ber of children in the library. cling a lot of stuff they fi nd in their homes. POLICE REPORT Children partook in a range of crafts. “I made My craft groups in Harford School are based Some time during the day on Friday 31 Au- gust a silver Ford car was damaged whilst parked unattended in the Museum car park, Jamestown. Deliberate scratch damage was caused to all the panels on the nearside of the car, resulting in extensive damage. Po- lice are appealing to anyone with informa- tion relating to the car park incident on Fri- day to contact them. On Friday evening (31) Police attended a re- port of domestic violence and criminal dam- age in Longwood. One male was arrested and subsequently charged to court for the offences. During the day on Saturday 1 September Po- lice were called to a residence in Jamestown to deal with an incident of criminal damage. A male was later arrested and formally cau- tioned for the offence. On the afternoon of Sunday (2) Police, Fire and medical personnel were called to the scene of a road traffi c accident near White Wall in Half Tree Hollow involving two ve- hicles. Two people were taken to Hospital for medical attention. Both vehicles sus- Adele Thomas continued on page 5 4 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 Septemeber 2012 THE SENTINEL

SHBC Contact Details Silver and Plated Wares pro- SENTINEL Telephone: 2727 vided for the use of Napoleon email: [email protected] at St Helena in 1815 COMMENT website: www.shbc.sh doesn’t wait for anybody. In those three Dear Editor, weeks I have faced new experiences Chloe Terry, SHBC Could any of your readers identify surviving that I never thought I would. In my fi rst pieces of silver and plated wares (ie silver on week, I met with the two Russian jour- a base metal, usually copper) provided by the At the beginning of this year the working nalists, who were making a documen- world seemed distant. I was in the mid- British Government in 1815 for the use of Na- tary on Napoleon’s life. This interview poleon and his entourage during his exile at dle of my A levels and absorbed in the intrigued me because sometimes by liv- St. Helena? school bubble. I believe that you don’t ing on such a small island, you feel iso- A sale catalogue of Napoleon’s effects of realise how tight the school community lated, until someone travels across the 1822, following his death, shows that the sil- is until you leave. On my last day in world just to visit St Helena and you are ver consisted almost entirely of cutlery and the sixth form, it felt strange and a little reminded that we are not at all forgot- was supplied by the retailer Rundell, Bridge daunting knowing that after seeing the ten. On Tuesday of this week I battled and Rundell of London. The pieces would have been supplied to them by one or more same people and environment fi ve days the tremendously wet and windy weath- a week, nine hours a day for seven years, makers. The most likely suppliers, with their er conditions on the muddy Deadwood maker’s marks, which may appear on surviv- I wouldn’t be returning as a student. Plain, to see the extent of the accidental Therefore it was refreshing to attend ing pieces were: Paul Storr (PS), William Pitts damage to an electricity pole. The pole (WP) and Philip Cornman (PC). In addition, Results Day at Prince Andrew School. was about to be replaced whilst we were pieces would have further marks which were I agree with Mr James Greenwood, my out there and I admire the team who probably the London mark, the leopard’s former A level ICT teacher, when he said were working on it in the persistent rain head crowned; the date letter for 1815-16, achievements should be celebrated. It is and wind. U; the sterling silver mark, the lion passant; rewarding when you know you worked Although I am still the newbie in the of- and the duty mark, the sovereign’s head (in hard and you achieve results that you are fi ce I can already see there is much to profi le). Sometimes, around the date in ques- happy with. In the end, all the hard work learn in media. With the SHBC team I tion, the retailer inscribed pieces RUNDELL pays off. BRIDGE ET RUNDELL AURIFICES REGIS look forward to new experiences and ET PRINCIPIS WALLIAE REGENTIS BRI- I am now into my third week working ventures. with SHBC and all I can say is time TANNIAS and sometimes added their name on the boxes in which the silver was supplied. The range of plated wares was very wide and Health & Social Welfare Directorate included tea pots and urns, coffee pots, wait- ers, bottle trays, cream ewers, toast racks, egg Jamestown stands, bread baskets, nut crackers, ink stands, skewers and wine strainers. The plated wares St Helena Island were made by The Matthew Boulton Plate Co. of Birmingham; such pieces may have VACANCY FOR DEPUTY HEAD OF CARE been marked with either two suns thus * * or ‘BOULTON’ and one sun *, or even just one sun *.These marks may have been eroded over The Health & Social Welfare Directorate has a vacancy time. for a Deputy Head of Care to work at the Community Discovering the whereabouts of these pieces Care Complex to assist in the provision of high quality could be aided by listing the names of pur- health and social care services to residents and day care chasers at the 1822 sale: items might remain with descendants either on the island or else- clients. where. Purchasers were as follows: Baker; Applicants should have the Saint Helena Registered Rev. Boys; R. Brooke; T. H. Brooke, Secre- tary to the St. Helena Council; Major Carrol; Nurse qualifi cation or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years experience in care of the Major Cole; Dan Taffe; Darling; Sir William elderly or a qualifi cation in elderly care. Webber Doveton; Eyre; Greentree; Colonel C. R.G. Hodson; Captain Hunter; Dr Meade; Salary for the post is at Grade D, commencing at £8,154 per annum. Dr McRitchie; Paine; Pane; Dr Price; Saun- ders; Seale; Captain Shortes;L.and J.and, S. For further information about the duties of the post, interested persons can contact Mrs Solomon; Warren; Dr. Watson; Wright; Youd; Brenda Miller, Manager, Older Persons Services on telephone number 3090. Young. I would be grateful if you would notify Ken- Application forms, which are available from both the Human Resource Directorate [email protected] of any pieces and Health & Social Welfare Directorate, should be completed and submitted to the which might have been a part of the Napoleon Director Health & Social Welfare by Friday 14 September 2012 provision or of any other information relevant to my search.

C A George (Mrs) Professor Kenneth Quickenden Director of Health & Social Welfare Birmingham City University 04 September 2012 THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 5 ST HELENA NEWS SNIPPETS structure and health and safety measures of the building deem it impossible to enforce the restrictions required under the ordi- nance. Council noted that other jurisdictions prisons are exempt from similar legislation to control tobacco use and could be dealt with under Prison Rules and Regulations. The Tobacco Control Ordinance was en- forced on 1 September and restricts smoking in public areas. FUEL PRICE REDUCTIONS Drivers at the pump are enjoying a small relief with the price of fuel being lowered by up to 6 pence. The revised prices came into effect on 25 August and petrol now costs £1.48 per litre (4p decrease) and diesel £1.19 (6p decrease). SHG advised that the US dollar/UK sterling exchange rate gave a positive impact on the pricing coupled with a large shipment consignment, reduced the Works on Gordons Post road cost per litre. The next call of the fuel tanker is expected to arrive in November when a continued from page 3 banks to be cut for the expansion. Stone further review of pricing will be undertaken. tained extensive damage. One driver was fi lled gabions have been installed for rein- breath tested and found to be free from al- forcement. The road was expected Fuel Tanker at Ruperts cohol and the other provided a blood sample to be completed by 7 September but for analysis. This investigation is in prog- due to the extensive work this could ress. be extended. GORDONS POST ROAD HM PRISON The Gordon’s Post road connecting Alarm SMOKING Forest to the Dungeon is undergoing major EXEMPTION works. The road has been closed for three Inmates of Her Majesty’s Prison in weeks although residents and businesses Jamestown will be allowed to smoke have been allowed access. Works include indoors after Executive Council signifi cant widening, straightening in places granted the prison exemption from and drainage improvements. Cape yew and the Tobacco Control Ordinance on thorn trees have been removed to enable Tuesday 4 September. The physical

Works on Gordons Post road 6 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL REPORT ST HELENA ARCHITECTURE TARTING IT UP!

Sherrilee Phillips, SHBC

A team of architects who were on island for a week, left on the RMS St Helena on 31 Au- gust. They had been here to aid Enterprise St Helena (ESH) and the St Helena Government (SHG) in delivering a vision for sites through- out the island. These sites have been identifi ed by Commercial Property Director for ESH, Stuart Planner. I spoke to Matthew Woodthrope (of MWAI Architects), Rabia Deniz Beck (of PLC Ar- chitects) and Stuart Planner. “The larger im- portant one (site) is the Longwood Hub,” said Stuart, “putting Longwood House in its proper setting, in its environment and what activi- ties might sit alongside that. If we take into account Bertram’s Cottage, the Longwood Dairy, the Green, the realignment of the road L-R: Stuart Planner, Matthew Woodthorpe, Rabia Deniz Beck and looking at making world class heritage that come to your head. Because I have been the National Trust and David Taylor about that sites accessible and sustainable in the future. on the island before I have a fairly clear un- issue,” said Matthew. “I think if you do see Other ones we’re looking at is the wharf. In derstanding of the island’s structure itself. It’s anything coming forward for a planning ap- the future the wharf is going to change but more about understanding what the constraints plication you’ll probably see a thorough ap- how is that going to change, what functions are on the sites.” He used Kingshurst and Blue proach to the historical aspects. The main is- are going to sit alongside that? It’s going to Hill Community centres as an example, de- sue with historical research is that once you’ve be very much tourism led but how does that scribing Kingshurst as “a clean site” but Blue done the research it shouldn’t stop you from fi t in with what the town could be? Then we Hill that has a power line running through the doing something different. So it’s more about get on to more practical ones. The Market is site, presents a “constraint.” Rabia adds, “it’s understanding the problem.” in need of refurbishment so we can start creat- important not to get fi xated with one possi- “I think Jamestown needs a lot of TLC to ing a space in which local producers have the bility. It’s better to come up with many op- be honest,” said Matthew. “It seems like the right space to sell their wares and encourage tions that are coherent. Tying up with the new fronts are quite well painted but when you them to grow and to sell. We know the Market road works, zoning within the town and other look behind the cracks there’s actually a lot is the centre of the community, particularly on changes happening around the island. If you of repair, damage, misuse and poor practice Thursdays and Saturdays. So really livening can add them all up together and make a nice around the island and Jamestown particularly. that place up for St Helena.” coherent working master plan hopefully that So I think, for me, Jamestown stood out as “We’ve been absorbing as much information will be your shopping list for the next 10 - 20 something that needs a lot of attention and I’d as we can,” stated Matthew, who is dealing years.” probably be emphasising that to Enterprise St with heritage sites throughout the island, “try- As a part of the architects research they have Helena.” ing to collate data from the archives, GIS map- met with stakeholders who included repre- Conversation turned to the rock protection ping, photographs, talking to people, getting sentatives of the Growers, the French Con- fencing which lines the cliffs of Jamestown. briefs. Then we’ll go away and busy ourselves sul, fi sherman and New Horizons. “What do Rabia commented, “I don’t see that as a re- with creating some ideas and structures which the youth need down at the Wharf? We’ve striction, I see it as more of a possibility to use we’ll essentially give to Stuart and then it will been speaking to government about their of- it as a backdrop. You see in other parts of the be presented to the community.” fi ce moves and when buildings will become world they use it as a lightshow and to refl ect Matthew has been dealing with the Longwood available.” said Stuart. He said that response imagery.” Hub, the Market and an Investment Centre, from these groups had been good, describing Over the next six months Stuart will be coor- which will be located in the Canister. “We’re them as “generally enthusiastic.” Rabia who dinating a series of projects, culminating in a looking at Cliff Top, Veranda Quarters and has been focusing on our marina architecture public presentation of ideas which is set for stuff around the top of the fort,” said Mat- added, “they (fi sherman) did complain about December. “It’s a time when people are taking thew regarding other possible sites for renova- when the weather is bad and the accessibility a bit of time off and at the same time we can tion. “But it would be basically tarting it up. obviously. But I think generally it’s quite ac- show them what we think it is possible on this We’re also looking at a few Community Cen- cessible, the wharf area.” Rabia also stated island and get people involved,” commented tres: Guinea Grass, Kingshurst and Blue Hill. that stakeholders in Ruperts saw develop- Stuart. “After all when we talk about invest- We’re looking to see if we can do anything to ments being industrial in nature. However, ment we want Saints to buy, we want Saints support the current condition because they are she spoke to them about seeing development to invest themselves into new businesses, new currently falling into disrepair.” as mixed use. ventures, new developments. So that period So have the architects formed an initial vision? When looking at historical buildings MWAI is really important for us.” In the immediate “We are trying not to do that because it’s dif- Architects have extensive experience of deal- future ESH will focus on updating the Market fi cult, I don’t want to project too much on the ing with listed buildings in areas such as West- and hopes that change will be seen within the work,” responded Matthew. “I think as you minster, May Fair and Chelsea in London, time frame of a year. go around the sites, there are practical things England. “In fact we had a good meeting with THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 7 NOTICE BOARD ARRESTS OVER STOLEN BIKES RICARDO HERNE’S Tuesday 28th August two people were arrested by appointment following the discovery of two imported motorcycles NEW ALBUM at the wharf. It is believed that these bikes had been stolen in the United Kingdom and sent to St Helena. This is a complicated enquiry that necessitates “ACCUMULATION” numerous enquires both here and the in the UK. The St Helena Police are work- ing closely with the UK police. Both parties were interviewed and immedi- IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR £10 ately bailed to come back to the police station next month. CALL 4110 FOR A COPY

PRESS RELEASE – POWER OUTAGE Further to the media release from earlier today, Basil Read Manage- ment would like to provide further details on the incident that oc- curred in the Deadwood area yesterday evening.

Members of the public will be aware of the plans to take the heavy plant from Ruperts through the access track to Prosperous Bay Plain. All of the relevant health and safety arrangements were in place, for example, banksmen were required to walk the plant through the ac- cess track. Whilst we at Basil Read pride ourselves on our safety record and achievements, unfortunately accidents do happen.

The pieces of plant, including the excavator, that were being moved yesterday evening had reached the top of Pipe Ridge at around dusk. In an effort to contribute to project progress, it was decided to take the excavator a stage further to reach Fox’s Garage. At approximately 6.45pm, the excavator accidentally hit a power cable, causing the electricity pole to break off at the base. This caused the power supply to those premises fed from Feeder 2 to be interrupted, with power only being restored to some areas today.

We are currently reviewing our policies and procedures to minimise the risk of any future incidents. Basil Read Management would like to thank the Energy Division, their subcontractor and all those involved in restoring the power supply for their efforts. We would also like to once again apologise to all those affected for any inconvenience caused and we thank you for your patience during the power outage.

Deon de Jager Island Director, Basil Read 8 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL WORLD NEWS SNIPPETS

WORLD NEWS SNIPPETS

A South African court is due to start releas- ing 270 miners who were arrested after po- lice gunned down 34 of their colleagues. The release was due to start on Monday around 2:00pm (12:00 GMT), after the public pros- ecutor on Sunday provisionally dropped mur- der charges brought against the miners for the killings by police at the platinum Lonmin Marikana mine. Murder had been added to the chargesheet against the miners last week, after they were originally charged with public vio- lence, illegal gathering and attempted murder.

A suicide car bomb targeted a US diplomatic vehicle in the volatile city of Peshawar, Paki- stan on Monday morning, killing two bystand- ers and wounding 19, including the passen- gers. Remarkably no one inside the car was killed by the huge rush-hour blast, which left a crater in the road and toppled nearby walls. Television footage showed a burned-out four- wheel-drive vehicle at the scene, thought to be the vehicle that was attacked.

The Oscar-nominated star, Michael Clarke Duncan, suffered a heart attack on July 13 (2012) and “never fully recovered”, his repre- sentative said in a statement. He passed away in Los Angeles on 3 September. The statu- esque actor, who stood at 6ft 5in tall, balanced small acting assignments with security work before landing a part in 1998’s Armageddon. This led to his breakthrough role opposite Tom Hanks in 1999 prison drama The Green Mile, for which he received Oscar and Golden Globe nominations. He is survived by his fi an- cé, reality star Reverend Omarosa Manigault, who he has been dating since 2010.

Fire Fighters in Portugal have extinguished two major forest blazes that spread across thick woodland for more than 30 hours and claimed the life of one person. Emergency services re- mained on high alert nationwide after continu- ing hot temperatures and strong winds were forecasted in the drought-stricken country. Fifteen police offi cers were injured in Bel- land to remain part of the United Kingdom Around 800 fi refi ghters were deployed at nine fast, Northern Ireland late Monday in a second clashed with Catholics who want the province wildfi res in northern Portugal early Tuesday. night of disorder between Catholics and Prot- to become part of the Republic of Ireland. On Monday, more than 7,300 fi refi ghters and estants, prompting a top police offi cer to warn almost 2,000 vehicles attended 289 major for- that someone will be killed if it continues. More than a dozen pilot whales have died est blazes. The largest outbreak was in Ourem, Lighted gasoline bombs, fi reworks, bricks, as they became stranded on a beach in Pitten- near Leiria, where a blaze that started midday bottles and other objects were thrown at police weem, Scotland off the coast of Fife. Emer- Sunday killed a 54-year-old farmer. That fi re who wore riot gear. Monday night’s violence gency services rescue efforts saved ten whales was brought under control in the early hours brought the total number of police injured to that successfully refl oated out to sea. Vets of Tuesday morning. 62 in just over 24 hours. The violence on are conducting post mortems in an attempt to Sunday night, which took place near Ardoyne, determine what caused the animals to come came as Protestants who want Northern Ire- ashore. THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 9 NOTICEBOARD The Salvation Army will be having a Ladies evening on Saturday 8th September 2012, at the Jamestown Commu- nity Centre from 6pm to 9pm. Listen to our SHBC St Helena news bulletins on Radio St Helena The evening is open to all Ladies over the age 1548khz 194m in the MW band of 16 years and will provide an opportunity for all ladies to share fun, fellowship, inspiration, Daily at 5pm, 8pm, 9.45pm and 7.15am praise and worship. There will also be Guest speakers sharing their Week in review - weekends 8pm real life experiences of what God has done in their lives. In addition you can catch up with our radio Admission is free and refreshments will be avail- news at anytime of the day via our able. website. Just click the WEBCAST button For more information and if you require transport on any page contact Lt. Coral Yon on telephone no 4358/2703 www.shbc.sh OR Mrs. Phyllis Yon on 3531

INFRASTRUCTURE & INFRASTRUCTURE & UTILITIES UTILITIES PUBLIC EXPRESSIONS AUCTION OF The Unallocated Stores section of INTEREST the Infrastructure & Utilities Di- rectorate will be holding a Public Auction on Saturday 15 September 2012. The Infrastructure & Utilities Directorate is currently seek- ing Expressions of Interest from interested contractors for Venue: The Colonnade, Ladder Hill the internal renovations of block B at the Community Care Time: Starting at 11 a.m. Complex (CCC). Items that will be sold in this auction include (but are not restricted to): • paints, Further information pertaining to this job can be obtained • water fi ttings, from the Project Manager, Mark Plato, on telephone 2470. • Fire Extinguishers • Pipes All interested persons are asked to submit their Expres- • various general spares sions of Interest in writing to the Director, Infrastructure Viewing of the goods to be auctioned will take place on Wednesday 12 September 2012 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Utilities by no later than noon on Monday 17th Sep- David Thomson tember 2012. Director of Infrastructure & Utilities 03 September 2012 10 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD Dental Hygienist: Susan Badier Susan Badier arrived on the RMS on the 4 August to join her hus- band Wayne, who started working as St Helena’s resident dentist early in March 2012.

She fi rst qualifi ed as a Dental Hygienist at the University of Stel- lenbosch, South Africa and has 32 years of dental experience, both in South Africa and the United Kingdom. Susan worked 8 years in an Orthodontic practice and a further 11 years at the Commu- nity Health Service Centre where she was involved in oral health promotion and preventive programmes at schools and institutions. The couple moved to the UK where Susan obtained a National Cer- tifi cate in Dental Nursing whilst working in the Oral Maxillofa- cial Department at the Lister Hospital. She also studied part-time through the University of South Africa and holds a BA Degree with Psychology and Sociology as main subjects. Susan also studied at the Eastman Dental Hospital in London where she qualifi ed with a Diploma in Dental Hygiene in June 2008.

They returned to South Africa where Susan continued working as a Hygienist in a private practice. Working part-time allowed her to pursue other interests such as antique furniture, art and photography.

Susan has been offered a temporary position as a Hygienist at the Dental Clinic where she will be working 2 days a week. Susan said: “I feel honoured to be offered the opportunity to join the dental team and I hope to make a valuable contribu- tion to improving dental health of the population”.

AIRPORT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Halcrow is looking to recruit a Health & Safety inspector to join their Project Management Unit (PMU) team which is managing the construction of the airport.

The successful applicant will be required to have knowledge of safe working practices and experience in undertaking inspections of civil engineering works to ensure compliance with a health & safety plan.

A valid driving licence is essential and own transport is preferred.

Working hours are 40 hours per week.

Total salary package is in the order of £7,000-£11,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications.

Please contact the PMU on 4391 or email your CV to [email protected].

THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 11 REPORT LONGWOOD Guests viewing the death room HOUSE RECEPTION

Chloe Terry, SHBC

On Thursday 30 August at 12pm, Michel Mar- tineau, French Consul Representative, held an opening reception at Longwood House. Twelve invited guests attended, including His Excel- lency Governor Capes. Michel explained in his opening speech that the event was to ‘update’ guests on the renovation progress in the house that Napoleon Bonaparte died in. As the death room of Napoleon has already been completed, Michel stated “it would be a nice opportunity because of an exhibition which will be done in on the island to do an assessment of what is to come on site rather than being around the 2017 at Les Invalides. It is owned by the Min- required for 3 weeks. He will then go back to table.” The next and “largest” project is the istry of Defence and it is where the body of Paris or to London or to Cape Town and then renovation and reconstruction of the General’s Napoleon is now so that’s why the exhibition we’ll bring back someone who will come on Apartments which will eventually be used for of Napoleon on St Helena should be at Les In- the island for 1 year for training 2 or 3 locals to various purposes including conference facili- valides where the body is. Of course one of the learn how to restore antiques.” ties, an area for Napoleonic studies and even most visible partners is the Government of St DFID’s representative, Eddie Palmer spoke accommodation. Michel gave credit to Johnny Helena who participated to the subscription we about their contribution to the funding of the Isaac and his team, who are carrying out the launched two years ago and also the Govern- project, “DFID’s involvement with the island, renovation works at Longwood House. Johnny ment of St Helena has agreed to participate to because of the fi nancial labels of funding gets works closely with a “French architect who is another project which is the restoration of the into everything. So things like the Tourism De- employed by the project and will be doing two remains of the furniture in this house.” Cur- velopment Project and what Michel is doing visits during the next two years and David Tay- rently Michel is preparing to send antiques here has linkages with SHG and with tourism lor, from St Helena Government, who controls from Napoleon’s house, overseas to get them that tie back into DFID funding, I think what’s the terms of the project and ensures Johnny restored professionally. He showed guests the interesting is, it’s a very good example of what goes according to the architect’s term of refer- crates that will be used to transport them, in- tourism can be.” ence.” cluding the billiard table. One of the diffi culties The guests toured the completed renovated Johnny commented on the completed room, is fi nding appropriate transport arrangements. A death room of Napoleon and then mingled over “All the materials are of a very high standard. possibility is to use a French Navy vessel and refreshments. Mike Dean, Tourism Develop- Knowing that the materials were so expensive freight antiques directly to France. Other ship- ment Executive stated, “I think this is a really made the guys a bit nervous because there was ping options require the antiques being trans- exciting project because there are all sorts of only just enough to decorate the room. It’s not ported via South Africa. elements that hang off it both for pure tourism like what I deal with day to day, it is very ex- Michel continued, “This project goes hand in but also the wider area around tourism and eco- pensive.” hand with ESH, who have agreed to contribute nomic development. Longwood House is obvi- Monies for the project were raised by various to a level of £80,000 to bring from Europe an ously our number one tourist attraction. The funders including the La Foundation Napoleon, Ebonist, a wood worker for restoring antiques work that’s gone on in Napoleon’s area with a charity association and private investors. Mi- and an upholster. Fortunately in France we have the salon and making that look exactly how it chel explained, “Quite recently we have a part- people who do the two together. He will come was when he died, that’s a huge attraction. The nership as well with the Ministry of Defence work in the General’s Quarters is going to give us a really fl exible facility where there could be business meetings, when we have groups on island, there’s a facility there to host meetings or lectures.” Susan Obey, Representative for the La Foun- dation Napoleon commented on the project, “I’m really pleased that the restoration has started. It has been quite a long process but I have to confess the fi rst time I saw the rooms I was shocked because it really does look as though it has been demolished and of course knowing the place before this, I do have a lot of happy memories of these rooms so it was a bit of a shock. On the other hand I think it’s a really exciting project and Michel and Thierry Lentz, the Director of the Foundation have both worked tirelessly to make sure that this project could get off to a good start. I think only now as we begin to move forward we will be able to Michel Martineau and Susan O’Bey see the benefi ts of all of their hard work.” 12 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL REPORT Accident on Deadwood New electricity pole being delivered Plain continued from front page they’ve been keen to determine the sequence of events. We’re not going to get into the internal detail from within Basil Read. But what we can say at this point in time is that it was no single factor that caused this. It was a combination of factors, a series of events; some very unfortunate circumstances that all came together and we had, what is really, an accident. The health and safety measures were there; if it had been one of these single factors the measure would have accounted We knew that there were cows in that fi eld. We Damien O’Bey observed contractors beginning for it, but because it was a combination of fac- hadn’t anticipated an incident such as this and the repair work. Graham Moyce was one of these tors, of course, nobody could have planned for of course everybody was quite concerned about contractors. “Last night this thing happened those circumstances and this happened.” their livestock and understandably so. The Syn- and it put almost the whole of the island out [of I asked what some of those contributing factors dicate offered their support [at a meeting Tues- power],” said Graham. “As we were leaving last were but Janet preferred not to comment at this day night]. What they agreed is one of the factors night from Alarm Forest where we were working stage while a full incident report is still being put that contributed was that we’d reached a certain on the lines, Nicky saw the fl ash and we knew together. point by the time that it was becoming quite dark right away that Basil Read had done something Deon commented further: “A couple of months but it was in the middle of two stops, right in the there.” ago we had already started to investigate the middle of Deadwood Plain, and rightly or wrong- A resident in Deadwood told the Sentinel she was route, taking measurements of all the services, ly the personnel involved thought, ‘let’s get it to in the shower at the time, which stopped working the height of the services and so forth. One of the next stage’ which is near to Fox’s Garage and when the power failed. Another resident reported the things we did pick up, for instance, was the they continued. We’ve discussed with various “they” were outside watching the vehicles mak- excavator walked with his boom too high. In people... and the syndicate were very supportive ing the move from Pipe Ridge when they sud- combination with it getting darker, everything of the project and so we do thank them for that.” denly noticed the sparks falling from the power just combined into the incident that happened at There had been plenty of thoughts and opinion cables where the incident took place, and imme- the end of the day. And it only takes a spotter one received at the Sentinel from the public, so I diately “everything went dark.” A resident and minute to look away or be distracted and some- asked about the level of feedback received by the member of the Deadwood Syndicate, who graze thing like that happens.” project team from the public. livestock on the Plain, told the Sentinel they had Among the concerns from members of the public Janet replied: “We’ve certainly had enquires, a been assured by the Airport Director earlier that that were made to the Sentinel offi ce, was wheth- lot of people seeking information about what had the “plant would be moving at a snail’s pace,” but er or not local authorities such as the police or happened and why. Because obviously, nobody judging by the speed the vehicles were moving energy division, or even owners of livestock on likes to be kept in the dark. We tried to release on Monday evening they were more like snails Deadwood Plain, had been involved or consulted as much information as we could on Tuesday. with turbo-charged engines. in the operational move. But there is still a lot of detail to come within the St Helena Government (SHG) Acting Head of “Well the police did offer their assistance last incident report. It’s not one single person input- Energy, Martin Squibbs, lives in Longwood and week,” replied Deon. “With having the banksman ting into that incident report or one single agen- became aware of a problem like everyone else in place we’re basically doing our own traffi c ac- cy. There’s a combination of things that caused when his home lost power. “It happened early commodation. We’ve got Flagmen walking with this incident. So all of those parties involved, evening which is doubly regrettable,” said Mar- the machines and if there is any traffi c accommo- all of those different steps need to be taken, step tin on Tuesday, “which means a lot of people dation required, then we do that ourselves. The by step, going through it and seeing what went were inconvenienced at their meal times, so apol- police did offer their help last week on Friday, in wrong, why and how we adjust for the future. So ogies for that. It wasn’t Energy’s fault but they our clients meeting, we didn’t see a use for it as there will be more detail released, as and when are required to repair and make good the connec- there’s not that many cars in that area. it becomes available. Just to reassure the public tions. Our out of hours contractor responded very Janet went on to say, “We had also discussed that, no, we don’t suspect negligence at this point quickly and managed to restore all power apart with the Deadwood Syndicate (owners of live- in time, it was genuinely an accident.” from the properties up in Deadwood Plain that stock on the Plain) that we would be moving On Deadwood Plain on Tuesday morning, evening, so good for them. We’re really pleased the plant through. So they were aware of this. at that. I’m sorry it happened and I wish it hadn’t happened. What I need to do now is fi nd out ex- actly what happened and make sure there’s not a repeat of that incident.” A member of the public with experience of the island’s power network told the Sentinel they were surprised certain districts such as Blue Hill and Sandy Bay were without power for such a long period, as they had expected power to be re-routed using a combination of switches and an alternate feeder. I put this question to the Acting Head of Energy. “I think that’s what happened actually,” replied Martin. “I think the power was re-routed to these areas to make it happen quicker and we tried to minimise the extent of the problem as quick as we could. The replacement pole took a little bit longer. We couldn’t do that last night because of Deon De Jager Janet Lawrence safety issues so we left that until fi rst thing this THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 13 NOTICE BOARD morning but the weather really beat us this morning. It was quite bad out there.” Concerns had also been expressed to the Sentinel that both the Head of Energy and the Senior Engineer Distribution have been allowed to leave the island at the same  time on leave and this might have affected the speed at which power was restored on  Monday. However, we were informed that the department had adequate coverage and “had all the resources necessary to make sure this was dealt with in a professional manner in the shortest time possible.” On the question of who pays for the dam- age, Martin confi rmed he didn’t know yet, but normally it’s the person who caused the damage who will pay for the repairs. On Wednesday morning as the Sentinel went to print, reports indicated all homes FEATURINGDJ COLIN PETERS had now been reconnected to the electricity supply (completed Tuesday evening). The ST Basil Read machines were safely parked FRIDAY 21 SEPTEMBER near Fox’s Garage, unable to progress fur- ther to the airport site due to weather condi- FROM 9 PM TO 1:30AM tions this week which has made the route too hazardous due to some of the steep gra- atJamestownCommunityCentre dients being very slippery when wet. Once the weather improves the movement of the equipment and plant will resume. Following Monday’s incident, policies and procedures have been reviewed and chang- es implemented. One of these is to move the plant along the route in smaller groups at a ENJOY TASTY FOOD, DRINKS, MUSIC AND time. In addition radio communication is COMPANY AS YOU DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY……. also being enhanced along the route. Basil Read’s environmental representative Anina Van Neel and other staff have also been go- ing door to door in Deadwood to follow up concerns that residents may have and to of- fer apologies for the disruptions caused. In addition to this the Airport Directorate has been following up, responding to all enqui- ries on the matter that have been lodged at their offi ce, either by phone or email. Janet Lawrence, concluded by saying, “I think the only thing to add is once again our thanks to the energy division and their sub contractor Nicky Thomas and all of the guys out there working very hard to restore the power, and of course, we would like to offer our apologies to all of the residents af- fected.”

A HEALTH NUGGET from your friends the Adventists: 1 Corinthians 6:19,20 ______This week I want to tell you about garlic. Garlic, whose scientifi c name is allium sativum, belongs to the lily family and is closely related to onions, leeks, scallions, and chives. Garlic is one of the best plant sources of sulphur which is largely responsible for its medicinal effects. Down through the centuries garlic has been used as a treatment for all sorts of diseases. In China and Japan it was used to treat high blood pres- sure. Garlic causes dialatation of the blood vessels. It also prevents blood from clotting so readily. Garlic reduces cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Studies show that garlic increases physical endurance, reduces fatigue, and greatly enhances the body’s immune system. Garlic acts as an antibiotic and as an anticancer agent. During both world wars garlic was used successfully as an antiseptic and disinfectant to prevent infection and gangrene in wounds. Albert Schweitzer, a medical missionary in Africa, used garlic to treat cholera, typhus and amebic dysentery with apparent good results. Last but not least, those who use garlic regularly suffer much less from stress. Garlic has a strong burny fl avour and a distinct odour. Eat garlic raw in a salad or mix it into your food. Eating parsley at the same time takes away the smell on your breath. BE HEALTHY NATURALLY 14 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

Completion of Airport Project Early Works Access Track completed Issue No: 16 4 September 2012 SHG Office, Access

Completed Access Track on Ruperts Hill - September 2012

The Early Works phase of the project has now come to an end. On Friday, 31 August 2012 Basil Read completed the final cut of the 14km Access Track on Ruperts Hill . This road will be used by Basil Read as a haul route to track all the large equipment to Pros- perous Bay Plain, where the major construction works will start. Works will be undertaken at the end of the project to develop this track into a proper public highway.

Overleaf we’ve compared some before and after pictures of the Early Works progress to date in Ruperts Hill before starting the Access Track Ruperts.

Contact Details St Helena Government Halcrow Basil Read Access Office Project Management Unit Contractor Tel: +290 2494 Tel: +290 4258 Tel: +290 4026 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email:[email protected]

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Completion of Airport Project Early Works Changes in Ruperts

Location of Temporary Jetty Pre-Project - November 2011 Temporary Jetty - August 2012

Designated Laydown Area adjacent to Argos Pre-Project - 2008 Laydown Area adjacent to Argos - August 2012

Temporary Fuel Storage Area Pre-Project - 2008 Temporary Fuel Storage - August 2012

Designated Laydown Area in Upper Ruperts Pre-Project - Nov 2011 Laydown Area in Upper Ruperts - August 2012 16 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL LIFESTYLE & CULTURE THE CONSTANT GARDENER

Sharon Henry, SHBC

The Castle Gardens can always be trusted as a tranquil spot to escape to in Jamestown away from noisy traffi c and stifl ing heat (in the sum- mer) to the therapeutic cooing of wood doves. A seat under the cool canopy of the old majes- tic banyan trees or next to the trickling fountain and pond, popular with kids spotting fi sh in the water, it is a welcome relief. From the fl ower- ing beds to the manicured lawns the main fea- tures are the living sculptures of topiary works. Fashioned from hibiscus there is a bird with an egg in a nest, a bunny rabbit, tortoise and a ladies hand complete with red nails and time- used to work under a man called Mr Tommy water lilies in the pond now. That is gone be- piece. Self-taught topiary artist Anthony Cas- Benjamin who worked here when I started as cause people kept taking them. It’s a shame well, also the Gardens chief gardener created an apprentice. I did a lot of training under him and I don’t know who is going to take notice to these fanciful shapes. “I saw them on TV in in gardening covering different types of plants, this place,” refl ected Anthony. other parts of the world and I thought there’s how they grow, fertilisers and sprays and how Parking on the Garden’s pathways is also a nothing like that on St Helena. I wondered if to do seedlings. Other work I did myself like problem, “It’s a problem the Police can’t re- I should give it a try. I made the frames using the topiary, archways over benches, I read solve at the moment,” he said, “because there wire mesh netting,” said Anthony, St Helena’s books and take it from there.” are no legal regulations to stop parking in here. answer to Edward Scissorhands. The hand Anthony believes creation of the Castle Gar- But I believe there are new rules coming up that feature was made in stages, “I did the palm of dens started around 1793 by two soldiers. A will do that.” the hand fi rst and the fi ngers as the bush grew.” botanical garden was constructed to alleviate The borders of the middle section displaying Not all sculptures went to plan. Pointing to an residents of the heat. The beauty spot today is a log has been earmarked for ANRD to plant unassuming bush, “That one was suppose to be a popular destination for wedding photo shoots. endemics. There are a few fl owering ebony a cock fowl,” smiled Anthony, “I’ll just let it The cheerful borders are always in bloom, shrubs and gumwoods but many plants have grow and see what happens.” fi lled with a variety of chrysanthemums, salvi- been stolen and not replaced. Anthony said, “I Anthony has been working at the Gardens for as, blood leaf, snap dragons, birds of paradise, usually stick something else in otherwise the 27 years, “I really enjoy my work,” he said. “I dahlias, lace plant, jelly stocks and geranium. bed would be empty.” “I have some calendula and marigolds ready Anthony operates a small nursery on the south to plant out now. I’m preparing the side under the cover of a trellis. “I do my own ground for that,” stated Anthony. seedlings and that struggles a lot. The nursery Antirrhinums [snap dragons] are his is open which is not good because cats get in favourite fl ower, “It’s because it’s and rake the seeds and people again take what a big, tall fl ower I really like them. they want. Sometimes I hide plants until I You get tall ones and the dwarf type. come back the next week,” he remarked. “I would like to see some different The chief gardener then told me that a garden plants growing in here. Better qual- works in cycles, in the winter it dips, just after ity plants and fl owers but before you spring it rises again. “A garden can’t be up all do that you have to have somebody the time. Spring starts on 21-22 September and to watch the Gardens afternoons I’ll start putting some new plants out now. I’ll and weekends for vandalism. Some take out the old ones and dig the ground up, put people just walk through and pull up some fertilizer down and plant the seedlings,” what they want, some play football he said. “I’ll zig-zag them into the beds to and ruin the area. Its hard work,” he make a nice colour in between.” revealed. Up to a year ago there was Anthony told me there was talk of ANRD hand- a three man team working the Gar- ing the management of the Gardens to him as dens. Tony Francis and Albert Ben- a private venture. The set-up will allow him nett have since been made redundant more money and resources. “I’m very disap- and Anthony now works alone. “I pointed with my pay grade,” he stated. “My do hours down here that I’m not pay is very low for my standard of work but I supposed to be doing. I work from like my work that much that I don’t really think 5 in the morning to 3 in the after- about the pay.” Despite this relatives have noon I’ve been doing that for over been advising him to go into private business, 15 years. Lucky I’m not married!” “I don’t really want to do that. This here [the The Gardens requires special atten- Gardens] is a part of me, I don’t want to walk tion after the weekends, “It was in out on this which really is what I should do be- a very bad state this morning [Mon- cause it’s getting too much. It is crazy but it’s day]. Bottles all over the place and because of my dedication to my work. It means a doll hung up in a tree, stuff thrown a lot to me.” into the pond. 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What about the second one?” Brother: “The second one was a boy.” The Mum: “Oh, and what did you name him?” 352 Brother: “Denephew.” A woman walked up to a little old man rocking in a chair on his porch. 3 “I couldn’t help noticing how happy you look,” she said. “What’s your secret for a long happy life?” © 2011 KrazyDad.com “I smoke three packs of cigarettes a day,” he said. “I also drink a case of SUDOKU - ‘Chellenging’ Level whiskey a week, eat fatty foods, and never exercise.” Fill the grid with the numbers 1 to 9 so that each row, column and 3x3 “That’s amazing,” the woman said. “How old are you?’ block contains the numbers 1 to 9 “Twenty-six,” he said. 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Top; Baby Kiara Kelsi Fowler. Bottom Left ; Johnny Isaac in the Generals Quaters at Longwood House. Bottom right; Bellboys Devlin Yon 18 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL SPORT SNIPPETS & NOTICE BOARD World

Sports Refurbishment of the Power Station - Update on Progress The Infrastructure and Utilities Directorate would like to inform all residents that further to our notice dated 13 August 2012 (in which we explained the work required to refurbish the power station and the likely Snippets timing of these works), that work has now commenced and is progressing as planned. The temporary electricity supply arrangement is being set up and other project tasks are in progress. All residents should note that the Power Station site is a construction site Football and therefore entry into the site is controlled and restricted to authorised Former Manchester United, Liverpool and England striker Michael Owen personnel only. Due to Health and Safety requirements, members of the has signed for Stoke City. “We have been in talks for a while and it was a public are not allowed to enter the Power Station site unless prior arrange- club I was always keen to join,” said Owen, who has also played for New- ments have been made with the Infrastructure & Utilities Directorate. castle United and Real Madrid. He spent three seasons at Manchester Unit- Factory acceptance testing in South Africa is now complete and the equip- ed but played in only 52 games, netting 17 times. He made just four appear- ment is scheduled to arrive on the Island on 12 September. Arrangements ances for the club last season. Liverpool dismissed suggestions they were are in place to deliver the equipment directly from the RMS to Rupert’s keen to bring Owen back to Anfi eld. Owen’s career has been blighted by Valley. HM Revenue and Customs have granted permission to clear the injury problems and he has not played a competitive game since November goods at the Power Station. because of a thigh problem. As announced before and to enable the contractor to carry out work safely and effectively the Power Station will need to be shut down sometime in September. During the shutdown period a temporary electricity supply Brazil striker Hulk, who had talks with Chelsea in may has joined Zenit arrangement will be put in place. However, there will be unavoidable but St Petersburg from Porto in a transfer deal worth £32m. The 26-year-old planned power outages during this period to enable the contractor to work has signed a fi ve-year contract with the Russian champions, who are man- on the high voltage equipment and to make necessary connections and aged by Luciano Spalletti. Hulk said: “I was very happy in Portugal and I tests. A shutdown plan will be fi nalised this week. want to be happy in Russia too.” Hulk, who can also play on the wing, had The Infrastructure & Utilities Directorate will give updates as work pro- talks with Roberto Di Matteo’s Chelsea after Didier Drogba announced he gresses and give prior notice of all planned power outages. Disruptions to was leaving Stamford Bridge in the wake of the club’s Champions League electricity supply will be kept to an absolute minimum. triumph over Bayern Munich. David Thomson Fenerbahce have completed the £8m signing of Raul Meireles from Chel- Director of Infrastructure and Utilities 07 September 2012 sea on a four-year deal. Fenerbahce were able to buy the midfi elder because the Turkish transfer window opened until midnight on Wednesday. The 29-year-old scored six goals in 38 games for the Blues after arriving St Helena Broadcasting (Guarantee) Corporation, Ltd from Liverpool on last August’s transfer deadline day. He will join striker The Dirk Kuyt his former Reds team-mate, at the club. Meireles struggled to make Chelsea’s starting XI this season and boss Roberto Di Matteo deemed the Portuguese surplus to requirements. SENTINEL NBA Basket Ball Newspaper Advertising Rates The Los Angeles Lakers will unveil a statue of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and retire the jerseys of Shaquille O’Neal and Jamaal Wilkes during the upcom- Standard: Commercial, business, organisations. ing season. The Lakers confi rmed the long-planned honours Thursday. The statue of Abdul-Jabbar will be unveiled in Staples Centre’s Star Plaza on 25% discount: Applies to sports organisations, voluntary groups, Nov. 16, joining statues of Magic Johnson, Jerry West and broadcaster Chick private/personal ads (excluding vehicle or property sales) Hearn. The NBA’s career scoring leader won fi ve of his six championship rings during 14 seasons in Los Angeles. 50 % discount: Applies to registered charity organisations only. 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Classifi ed Enhanced £6 While youngsters like Virat Kohli and Chiteshwar Pujara scored centuries in Obituaries: Up to 200 words, text only, Free the two-match series, stepping into the shoes of recently retired greats like Online advertising VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid, Tendulkar’s bat saw little service. The master batsman was cleaned bowled by the Kiwis three times in a row All advertising submitted to the Sentinel will include a 3 week and failed to make any signifi cant contributions. placement on our website. And Tendulkar’s failure in the home series has left many raising questions A contact name will be required on all sales adverts about his future in the side. THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 19 NOTICE BOARD ST HELENA GOVERNMENT

VACANCY

SHG requires a Technician to work in the In- formation Technology Section of the Secretariat.

The Technician will be responsible to the Information Technology Section Manager but will work mainly unsupervised ensuring that all technical equipment is maintained and in good working order.

Salary for the post is Grade E, commencing at £10,275 per annum.

Closing date for applications is 21 September 2012. Opening Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays, For further information please look on the SHG website or view the notice board in the foyer of the HR Directorate, at No 3 Main St, From 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Jamestown. Contact: Jean Fowler, Tel: 4044

Application forms and information packs are available from the Sec- retariat and Human Resources Directorate.

Barbara A George (Mrs) Assoc CIPD Director of Human Resources

31 August 2012

31257469 8 9748 6 2 513 856 9134 72 491785 63 2 685129347 734125869 569281 73 4 147352 9 86 23 8746951 Sudoku solution from puzzle on page 17 20 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL CHILDREN WORD PLAY KIDS & KITES Look at the clues below and see if you can make new words by changing just one letter It’s a windy day and three kids in each of these words. are in the park fl ying their kites. Each kid has a relative to help 1. Change NEAT into something close them. 2. Change READ into a highway Can you work out who owns 3. Change RISE into a fl ower which kite, their age (9, 10, 12) Put a different letter in front of INE each time and who they are with? to make words with the following meanings. Look at the picture and the clues and fi ll in the answer box where 1. Drink made from grapes you can. Then read the clues 2. Belonging to me again to fi nd the answer. 3. Evergreen tree Can you rearrange the jumbled letters to spell 1. Debbie’s kite is number 2 and she is a year younger than the kid who is out the name of a US state? with their grandfather. AFRICA LION 2. David is the oldest. His kite is lower than the one belonging to the kid who ------is with their brother. WORD PLAY ANSWERS 3. One of the kids is Darren but is he with his father?

1. NEAT-NEAR 1. WINE Jumbled letters - 2. READ-ROAD 2. MINE CALIFORNIA 3. RISE-ROSE 3. PINE

TOPIC - Weather Can you find the hidden words? They may be horizontal or vertical KIDS & KITES-SOLUTION

Debbie's kite is number 2. She is 9 years old and the kid who is with their grandfather is 10 (clue 1). David is 12 and his kite is number 1 (clue 2). By elimination, Darren's kite is number 3 and he is 10 years old and (1), he is with his grandfather. David isn't with his brother (2), so father. By elimination, Debbie is with her brother.

Darren - 10 - grandfather - kite 3 David - 12 - father - kite 1 Debbie - 9 - brother - kite 2

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His Word shows us how to Jamestown Schoolroom Lord, for He is good; nurture loving relationships, face challenging Tuesday 11th September His love endures for emotions, and fi nd tranquility in body, soul 5.00pm Bible Studies, Cape Villa ever. and spirit, along with hope and resilience for 7.30pm Bible Studies, God is so good, our journey. When led by the Holy Spirit, the Jamestown Schoolroom God is so good, personal exploration and practical exercises Wednesday 12th September God is so good, in this study move you from information to 7.30pm Bible Studies, He’s so good to me! action so you can have a fl ourishing, vibrant Deadwood at home of Winnie Thomas He cares for me, life! Thursday 13th September He cares for me, A donation of $15 is requested for materials. 5.30pm Bible Studies, Sandy Bay Chapel He cares for me, For information or registration contact CCES: 7.30pm Bible Studies, Blue Hill He’s so good to me! 717-630-2255. 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Family Service at the Half Tree Hollow Hall 10.00 a.m.Sung Eucharist Cathedral After you’ve sung this little song a few at 11am. All are welcome. 3.30 p.m. Eucharist St Peter times, you’ll see that it’s easy to put your Mums & Toddlers start at Half Tree Hollow The Parish of St James own words to the tune. Short little phrases Hall on Monday 10th September at 10 am. Sunday 9 September 23 Sunday of the Year like, “He saved my soul,” or “I am His Home Leagues – Ladies Fellowship every 9.30 a.m. Sung Eucharist St John child,” fi t perfectly. Try it and see what you Tuesday at Half Tree Hollow Hall at 3.30pm. 7.00 p.m. Evensong St James come up with. Take care and God bless. There is always a warm welcome for you at Wednesday 12 September Let’s pray: O God, You are so good! Open the Salvation Army. 7.30 a.m. Eucharist St James our eyes today to see more and more of the If you would like to know more about The Thursday 13 September blessings You give us each day. 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Bless our Tuesday 11 September 8.00 a.m. Eucharist St Matthew family and friends here and across the miles 7:00pm- Bible study at Guinea Grass, (home 11.00 a.m. Eucharist and keep us all safe. O Lord, we give You of Andrew & Shara Robinson) Levelwood Community Centre all the glory and honour and we unite our Wednesday 12 September 7. 00 p.m. Sung Eucharist St Mark 7:30- 8:30pm- Prayer Meeting in Church voices and say Thank you for what you have BAHA’I FAITH done for each one of us. We praise You O Thursday 13 September 7:00pm- Bible study at Harford Community www.sthelenabahai.og Lord. Amen. Centre. BAHA’I CENTRE ______ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND Gumwoods NEW BIBLE STUDY! IT’S NOT TOO For more information, contact Pastor Clack DEVOTIONAL MEETING LATE TO JOIN US! Tel No. 2267 Thursday 6th September at 8pm Flourish! Email [email protected] All are welcome. Discover the daily joy of abundant, vibrant BAPTIST CHURCH “O contending peoples and kindreds of the living earth! 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Sector Development Co-ordinator £8,000 - £12,000 per annum (subject to qualifi cations and experience)

Enterprise St Helena (ESH) is seeking a proactive person, ideally with strong Business background who is familiar with the functions and activities of key sectors, namely; Tourism, Agriculture, Fishing, Construction, Divestment and Recycling, and who is able to fa- cilitate Project Programme and Business Advisory support to the Island’s private sector, whilst fostering partnership working with the St Helena Government and other local stakeholders.

Reporting to the Private Sector Development Manager, the post holder will directly assist with the day to day operations of the Busi- ness Development Team in the delivery of the ESH Project Programme, which highlights key sectors for development along with supporting the private sector in general. Duties will include devising and co-ordinating key projects in partnership with internal and external stakeholders, business advisory support and guidance, data collection and statistical reporting, facilitating sector workshops and forums, annual action-planning for strategic input and customer relations, including client visits.

For a copy of the Terms of Reference and an Application Form, or to arrange an informal discussion regarding this post, candidates should contact Mr Martin George, ESH Private Sector Development Manager in the fi rst instance via: [email protected] or via 00 290 2920. Applications should be submitted to Mrs Natasha Bargo, Human Resources and Administration Manager, at No. 2 Main Street, Jamestown, or via [email protected] to be received no later than 12:00hrs GMT on Monday 24th September. THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 23 NOTICE BOARD



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24 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD SKITTLES GOLF NEWS Saturday 1st September Terrence ‘Jabbers’ Lawrence Thirty players took part in the Singles Match play Wire-bird Shield in a knock- out format. Insiders (Longwood) V Outsiders (The Rest). The Insiders won Four teams are locked at the top the league table on sixteen points with a convincing victory scoring 10-1/2 points to 4-1/2. The two ball pool win- as Never Readys and Woodpeckers win their postponed matches ners are as follows : Ray Crowie, Eileen Wallace, Lawson Henry, Jeff Foxy and on Wednesday to move into fi rst and second respectively, pushing Brian Fridge Joshua. The weather was at its best. No rain , just a slight breeze to Bandits and Parttimers down to third and fourth. keep the ball on track. Rumour has it, that The Outsiders were hoping it would In the fi rst match, Hazards’ captain Bobby Essex, top scored with rain, but, no such luck. 59 but Ann Andrews (62) and Tris Moyce (67) helped Woodpeck- Well done to the Insiders captained by Jeff Foxy and the Outsiders captain was ers to a comfortable win. In the second match, Toby Constantine, Lawson Henry. Well done to all competitors for taking part. Who Cares’ captain, made 75 with a 17 spare and Colin (Cookins) Sunday 2 September Thomas 61, but Damien Benjamin with (63), Julie Lawrence (66) 17 Players took part in the 18 Hole Bogey, on another day of pleasant weather. and Dion Thomas (68) helped Never Readys to a 35 pin win which Three players returned even scores with the winners decided on a count back. In took them to the top of the league standings. fi rst place was Richard Wallace, in Second was Larry Thomas and Lawson Hen- JAMESTOWNCOMMUNITYCENTRE ry in third. No-one holed out for a ‘2’. The balls were given back to the players. Don’t forget the Open Championship coming up on the 22 September (fi rst SKITTLESSEASONͲ2012:ͲNINEͲAͲSIDELEAGUERESULTS Round Qualifi ers) 29ͲAug Welcome to George Dover Thomas the Ascension Island Open 2012 Champion WoodpeckersͲ512 bt. HazardsͲ475 and Captain of the AIGC also to his wife Norma. Welcome to the St Helena Golf L.HSc. AnnAndrewsͲ62 Club . Hope you enjoy your stay and get in a few rounds of Golf. I can recom- G.HSc. TrisMoyceͲ67 BobbyEssexͲ59 mend the Wednesday golf. L.HSp. AnnAndrewsͲ9 Smile and have a nice weekend. G.HSp. TrisMoyceͲ13 ArthurCorkerͲ13 John J G/C JohnCranfieldͲ13 NeverReadysͲ16 bt. WhoCaresͲ481 SHOOTING NEWS L.HSc. JulieLawrenceͲ66 SandyOsborneͲ55 G.HSc. DionThomasͲ68 TobyConstantineͲ75 L.HSp. JulieLawrenceͲ15 G.HSp. LeonPlatoͲ14 TobyConstantineͲ17 DamienBenjaminͲ14 DionThomasͲ14 Nextweek'sfixtures:Ͳ Mon10Sep:WoodpeckersvWhoCares&BanditsvNeverReadys Wed12Sep:ParttimersvHazards&AlcometersvRollerBelles Thomas Roberts JAMESTOWN RIFLE CLUB

Another week has fl own by which means this week we opened the doors to the club house in a new month, 4 September. Despite the uncertain weather 11 members turned up, including 2 youth members the Duncan brothers Jessy and Jacob. They are very interested and keen to be involved with shooting. We recognised this, giving them and other youngsters our full support, and encouragement. Jessy fi nds it a bit awkward being a left hander, the club doesn’t have the shooting equipment required to fulfi l his needs. On the night his highest score was 94. Jacob with all guns blazing and full of determination shot 88, 97.1, 83 and 83 well done to both brothers. As for the senior members the score’s were relativity low, a lack of concentration and not being able to settle in and fi nd that vital scoring spot resulted in too many low 90’s, which is not good for aver- BLUEHILLCOMMUNITYASSOCIATION ages or local compe- SKITTLESͲRESULTS titions. Hopefully we 4thSeptember2012 will all be on top form Weaklinks289 bt Movers&Shakers275 next week. The high- L.HSc LorrianYon50 BessiePeters53 est scores for the night Luke Johnson (Bandits) was Kara Henry with G.HSc 93.2 and 95 and the L.HSp LorrianYon15 OliveGreen9 LEAGUESTANDINGSAT29th.AUGUST highest gent was Pat- G.HSp GeoffFrancis54 PeterFowler50 P W T L Pt P/F rick Young with 96.3, 6Pak323 bt LooseEnds311 99 and 100.2. Patrick NeverReadys 10 8 0 2 16 5193 L.HSc AnnAndrews50 GillyStroud50 is a balanced and con- Woodpeckers 10 8 0 2 16 5153 G.HSc TrisMoyce62 BrianStroud56 sistent shooter, well Bandits 10 8 0 2 16 5109 done and congratula- L.HSp Parttimers 10 8 0 2 16 5088 tions Patrick. Hope- G.HSp TrisMoyce15 WhoCares 103076 4787 fully we will see a Fixtures11thSeptember2012 Hazards 10 2084 4576 larger turn out next LuckyStrikesvPinBreakers week. Alcometers 10 0 0 10 0 4771 FamilyFavouritesvLuckyShots THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 Septemeber 2012 www.shbc.sh 25 SPORTS A total of 5 teams participated providing excit- ing and entertaining matches for the afternoon, ROUNDERS RESULTS despite the ever changing weather. Sunday 02 September Blue Harts 17.5 Ballsy Ladies 16 Runners Up – Heavy Horses Sarafi na Yon 7 Winners – Fuddy Duddys YPOM: Sarafi na Yon (Ballsy Ladies) Thank you to all who participated, and made Rastas 26 Dodging Divas 16 a fun afternoon. After prize deductions and a Christine Caswell 8 donation to Scouts £30.00 was banked. YPOM: Teri Clingham (Rastas) The Women’s Sports Association also held their presentation for the 2012 Volleyball ROUNDERS FIXTURES Tournament that afternoon in the Mule Yard. Sunday 09 September 1.30pm, Rastas vs Misfi ts This is the WSA 3rd year, and we completed Umpires, Rookies & Blue Hartz our 3rd volleyball season and fi rst ever District 3.15pm, Blue Hartz vs Rookies Tournament in April this year. Umpires, Misfi ts & Rastas There were 7 participating teams and compe- tition was fi erce, resulting in a 3 way tie for League 2nd Place. This spot was then claimed Winners: Jamestown – Captained by Penny by a team who rose from the bottom of the Bowers table and almost gave the winning team a run Let’s hope that next year more will participate for their money! and challenge the Thundercats for top spot!

League Runners Up – Ballsy Ladies, Cap- Thank you to: tained by Giselle Richards The Scout Group for allowing us to participate on their Fun Day League Winners (undefeated): Thunder- Cable & Wireless for Sponsoring the District cats, Captained by Merle Peters Trophies Prince Andrew School and their Caretakers for Both teams also claimed trophies in the same their support not only in our tournament, order for the Knockout. but also our training nights. Ashton Yon and Noleen Stevens for presenting Player of the season was awarded to Claire the trophies Fowler from Saints Serve Hot. Tracy Greentree for sponsoring the Cham- pagne Our very fi rst District Volleyball Tournament Captains and Members – for your ongoing ran with 4 teams/districts entering, and Cable support and participation in these events. and Wireless kindly sponsored the trophies. And last but not least, thank you ladies who helped organise the volleyball fun day. Runners Up: HTH – Captained by Rosie Bargo VOLLEYBALL DOUBLE WINNERS THUNDERCATS

Tara Thomas (Ballsy Ladies) WSA ROUND UP Jodi Joshua (WSA) Sunday 26th August the Women’s Sports Asso- ciation organised a mixed volleyball tournament at the Scouts Fun Day. L- R Kerry Lawrence, Kim Francis, Merle Peters, Mia Henry, Penny Bowers, Wendy Benjamin 26 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL SPORTS

Gregory Phillips, Peter Young & Meshara Yon (Raiders) WILLIAMS GOES ON A BENDER Young returned to his normal right back posi- right hand to claw the ball to safety and keep Damien O’Bey SHBC tion for Sundays fi xture. After venturing up his side in the match. forward for a corner kick, Young’s decision to Refreshed after the half time interval Wire- stay up-fi eld proved to be a good one. Raid- birds brought on late arrival Dane Leo. He ers regained possession of the football after made an immediate impact. His extra energy A wonder strike from Pe- their corner kick was cleared and delivered a and eagerness to regain the ball helped stem dangerous cross back into the box. Young met the creative passing from Raiders midfi eld. ter Young and a cleverly the ball on the volley with a swing of his right Wirebirds also created a few half chances. Ja- boot; sending the ball crashing into the under- mie Thomas started to see more of the ball and taken free kick from Mark side of Wirebirds crossbar, bumping over the his long range shooting forced a string of good goal line, and into the roof of the net. saves from Hayes in Raiders goal, an effort Williams sealed Raiders Having put in such an accomplished perfor- noted by his team mate Carlyn Yon “as a mid- mance against Harts in their previous game it fi eld player it’s nice to have confi dence in your 5th victory of the season would have been foolish to count Wirebirds out of the contest. However on Sunday 2 September. ‘Birds’ seemed a shadow of After weeks of interruptions caused by foul the team that played the Harts. weather, mother nature was kind enough to Wayne Crowie started to play provide us with a day of glorious sunshine. a deeper more defensive role, Referee Tommy Young began proceedings in an effort to combat Raiders with a short blast of his whistle. Raiders at- midfi eld dominance. How- tacked into the wind facing the Peak Hill end ever in doing so Wirebirds of Francis Plain. lost their supply link to striker Wirebirds were without their defensive back- Jamie Thomas. bone, captain Martin “Kunya” Buckley, whilst In the later stages of the Raiders were boosted by the return of midfi eld fi rst half Wirebirds spurned general Carlyn Yon, who slipped back into the a chance that would have Raiders team alongside Gregory Phillips and brought them level. Ricardo Meshara Yon in the heart of midfi eld. The trio Williams found himself one exuded confi dence whilst in possession of the on one with Raiders keeper, ball and through neat accurate interplay they Shavone Hayes, but hit his were able to dominate the midfi eld battle. shot into the midriff of the ad- Wirebirds failure to tackle and regain the ball vancing keeper. allowed the trio to play with a great sense of Birds keeper Kurt Bennett freedom. was also called to action. One Raiders dominance soon paid off. Having on one with Raiders striker played in Raiders goal for the last match Peter Phillip Issac he threw out his Wayne Crowie (Wirebirds) THE SENTINEL Th ursday 6 September 2012 www.shbc.sh 27 SPORTS FOOTBALL RESULTS Saturday 01 September Crystal Rangers 1 Bellboys 3 Gary Benjamin Ryan Benjamin Josh Young Scott Crowie MOM: Shane Benjamin (Crystal Rangers) Harts 4 Scouts 1 Shane Stroud 3 Dalton George Oscar Thorpe MOM & YPOM: Shane Stroud (Harts) Sunday 02 September Raiders 2 Wirebirds 0 Peter Young Mark Williams MOM: Gregory Phillips (Raiders) YPOM: Timon Hopkins (Wirebirds) Rovers 2 Fugees 2 Ross O’Dean 2 Kevin Hudson (P) Ricardo Herne MOM: Dean Okali (Rovers) FOOTBALL FIXTURES Gary Benjamin (C Rangers) Nigel Benjamin & Leroy Caswell (Bellboys) Saturday 08 September continued from back page 1.30pm, Fugees vs Harts keeper. It was great to have him back today.” Just when it threatened to turn into a rout, Linesman, C Rangers & Rovers Not rattled by Birds resurgence, Raiders Crystal Rangers struck back. Andrew Yon’s 3.30pm, Rovers vs C Rangers stuck to their game plan and once again they dogged persistence allowed him to steal pos- Linesman, Harts & Fugees started to dominate possession. Damien Ste- session in midfi eld and deliver a high cross Sunday 09 September vens played his best game of the season and which Gary Benjamin connected with a fi rst 1.30pm, Wirebirds vs Bellboys provided a constant outlet on Raiders right time volley past Keith Yon in goal to give Linesman, Scouts & Raiders wing. Raiders sustained pressure frustrated Rangers a foothold at 1-2. 3.30pm, Raiders vs Scouts Wirebirds and fouls started to creep into the Rangers began the second half with a fl owing Linesman, Bellboys & Wirebirds game. This proved to be Wirebirds undoing, move in the fi rst minute; Liam Yon striding as Raiders were awarded a free kick following through midfi eld, drawing defenders to him FOOTBALL LEAGUE TABLE a late tackle just outside the left hand corner of before slipping the ball through to Andrew on P W D L GF GA Pts GD Birds penalty area. Mark Williams stepped up his left. The shot however, didn’t match the Rovers 11 10 1 0 29 5 31 24 dispatched a left footed curling effort into bot- build up and it proved to be one of Rangers’ Harts 11 8 1 2 37 18 25 19 tom left hand corner of the Birds goal, sealing few forays forward for the remainder of the Fugees the win for Raiders. game. 12 6 5 1 35 17 23 18 Carlyn Yon is currently on leave from his job It was no surprise that Josh also played a key Raiders 12 4 3 5 25 22 15 3 on the RMS St. Helena. “It feels great to be part in Bellboys’ third goal. He unleashed a Bellboys 11 4 2 5 30 12 14 18 back,” said Carlyn, “although I’m a bit tired to- stinging drive from the edge of the box which Wirebirds 11 4 0 7 19 42 12 Ͳ23 day it’s good to be back playing football.” He Gareth Johnson, now in goal for the second C. Rangers 12 1 2 9 18 41 5 Ͳ23 also commented on team mate Peter Young’s half, scrambled to save, diving to his right. Scouts 121299445Ͳ35 goal. “It was a spectacular goal,” remarked Only able to parry, the ball rolled kindly for Carlyn, “you wouldn’t expect it from the big Scott Crowie who had an easy task putting FOOTBALL HOTSHOTS man but he came up trumps today.” away his 10th goal of the season. KevinHudson Fugees 15 Sundays win became Raiders fi fth win of The game then petered out into a rather dull RossO'Dean Rovers 11 the season. What’s on the cards for Raiders affair. Bellboys were unable to add further to MichaelWilliams Harts 10 now? “The game we are looking forward to their goal tally, thanks in no small part to a ScottCrowie Bellboys 10 now,” said Carlyn “is the knock out semi-fi - solid performance by Shane Benjamin, play- MarkWilliams Raiders 9 nal against Rovers. We’re all up for that, and ing in Crystal Rangers defence. Both Scott RicardoHerne Fugees 9 that’s the game we would all like to win this Crowie and strike partner Devlin Yon missed AjayBennett CrystalRangers 5 season.” good chances for Bellboys in the second half, ClaytonBenjamin Rovers 5 and for Crystal Rangers, Liam Yon blasted a JamieThomas Wirebirds 5 Rovers V Fugees glorious opportunity over the bar, 2 minutes JoshYoung Bellboys 5 from the end. Final score, Bellboys 3, Crystal RicoBenjamin Rovers 5 In Sundays 2nd game Fugees became the fi rst Rangers 1. RicoWilliams Harts 5 team to take points from Rovers this season. AnselmoPelembe Harts 4 Rovers took a 2 goal lead (both goals were Harts V Scouts GaryBenjamin CrystalRangers 4 scored by Ross O’Dean) into the half time LiamYon CrystalRangers 4 break. However, Kevin Hudson’s spot kick In Saturdays 2nd match Shane Stroud’s spec- MesharaYon Raiders 4 and Ricardo Herne’s late strike saw Fugees tacular hat trick saw him pick up the Man of OscarThorpe Harts 4 produce a miraculous second half comeback the Match award and helped Harts to a 4-1 RyanGeorge Harts 4 to take a point away from the game. victory against Scouts. ShaneStroud Harts 4 28 www.shbc.sh Th ursday 6 September 2012 THE SENTINEL SPORTSARENA

Ryan Benjamin (Bellboys) Liam Yon (Crystal Rangers) “YOUNG GUN” TAKES DOWN RANGERS team, Bellboys’ Josh Young was once again in inspired form down Darrin Henry SHBC the right wing. Every time Josh picked up the ball he created chances, running at the Rangers back line and whipping in crosses to the front men. In the 12th minute one of these crosses found Ryan Benjamin who After 4 weeks rain disruption to the fi x- coolly fi red in for goal number one. Crystal Rangers were competing well through midfi eld with Gareth tures it seemed inevitable almost that Johnson and Andrew Yon, now permanently an outfi eld player, putting in composed performances and using the ball well. Unfortunately for both teams were short of a player each them, they were up against a very capable and competitive duo in Tom- my Lee Young and Ryan who have developed a great partnership over at the start of Saturday’s 1.30pm fi xture, the course of the season and were able to gain the upper hand. Ryan’s clever distribution was on show once again, buying his teammates time which Bellboys won 3-1. and space with good disguise on his passing. Tommy Lee’s industry and Crystal Rangers will be disappointed after competing so well during the enthusiasm making sure Bellboys were never long without possession. fi rst half and going into the break only 2-1 down. But their challenge On 25 minutes it was 2-0 Bellboys. Josh turned goal scorer this time, fell away in the second half as Bellboys cruised to a comfortable fi nish. blasting in a powerful shot from an unlikely angle outside the 18 yard In the fi rst 2 minutes this encounter promised much as both teams had box that fi zzed into the roof of the net. Shooting with such accuracy already registered attacks on goal. Gary Benjamin’s intimidating physi- from so close to the by line is fast becoming a Josh Young trademark. cal presence up front for Rangers was a constant threat, but on the other continued on page 27