Norfolk Island Government Gazette

The Norfolk ISLANDER The World of Norfolk’s Community Newspaper for more than 50 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 50, No. 21 SATURDAY, 25th JULY 2015 Price $2.75 KAVHA Interpretation Delivery Plan – Public Consultations The KAVHA Board requested, at its December 2014 meeting, that an Interpretation Delivery Plan be developed for the interpretation of the KAVHA site that includes: • Identification of stakeholders; • Developing the program itself, in conjunction with the stakeholders including; o Strategic Interpretation Principles and Vision for KAVHA; o Development of themes and stories; o Material options for indoor and outdoor signs; o Other interpretation options (such as audio guides, web content, geocaching etc); o Content generation planning; o Image sourcing options; o Costing for all aspects of the program; o Delivery time table for all aspects of the program; and Norfolk’s River of Gold at the • Identification of an expert to peer review the draft Pacific Games Port Moresby! plan. What a way to end the 2015 Pacific Games in As part of the ongoing development of the Papua New Guinea. The flag was raised again on the Interpretation Delivery Plan, the community is invited last day of competition Saturday 18th July with the to attend information and community input sessions Lawn Bowls Pairs team of Phil Jones and Gary Bigg at 9am, 12pm and 5pm on Friday, 14 August, at the winning the Gold medals for Norfolk. Another proud Office of the Administrator. moment of the flag being raised high for while Team All information gathered at these sessions will go Norfolk looked on.! towards shaping the draft report to reflect the desires It started with the Triples team of Matt Bigg, Trevor of the local community and site users, in providing an Gow and Ryan Dixon fighting it out to secure the improved series of interpretation projects across the bronze medal yet missed out by two points at the end KAVHA site, beginning later this year. of the game. (continued overleaf) (continued overleaf) P&RP&R GroceriesGroceries PinnaclesPinnacles TakeawaysTakeaways PhonePhone 23110 23110 Open Open Early Early to to Late! Late! PhonePhone 23474 23474 (2FISH) (2FISH) SaturdaySaturday—Thursday—Thursday to to 9pm 9pm OpenOpen Wed Wed—Mon,—Mon, 5pm 5pm – –88pmpm

OpenOpen Friday Friday till till 10pm! 10pm! SPECIALSPECIAL Lamb Lamb Burger! Burger! KAVHA Interpretation Delivery Plan – Public Norfolk’s River of Gold at the Pacific Games Port Consultations - continued Moresby! - continued Community members wishing to attend one of these It was a very tense game and the boys made us sessions should call the Commonwealth Heritage proud of how they performed. The Pairs were fighting Manager, Matt Alexander, by Thursday 8 August on it out for 22152 or via email at matt.alexander@infrastructure. Gold and secured it when the opposition had to get gov.au. 6 bowls to win on the last end. The dance of Gary Bigg around the green was definitely a sight to see! The Golfers of Tom Greenwood, Scott Greenwood, Shane Evans and Beau Magri were making there way Channel 7 - Sunday Night around the golf course on their final round of their The much awaited screening of the Channel 7’s competition. Tough course yet the boys held their ‘Sunday Night’ entitled ‘This Isn’t Australia’ which own! features Norfolk Island will be screened this Sunday, Closing ceremony was Saturday night 18th July and 11pm on Channel 7 what an experience that was. Port Moresby know how ‘This Isn’t Australia’ to throw a party. On the Sunday a few of the team went “It’s the Australian community that wants out of our out with Tess to her family’s village. They had the nation and is doing it’s best to separate, with its own best experience and the stories will be told for quite customs, laws and even flag.” awhile! Sunday, 26th July The first member of the remaining team of David Magri, Beau Magri, Scott Greenwood, Tom 11pm Norfolk Time - 9.30pm Sydney Time (continued overleaf)

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POPULATION STATISTICS - PEOPLE ON ISLAND WEEK ENDING RES GEP TEP VISITORS UEP OTHER TOTAL 18th June 2015 1383 15 42 390 221 2051 25th June 2015 1371 16 47 443 226 2103 30th June 2015 1371 16 49 452 199 2087 9th July 2015 1355 16 50 397 195 2013 16th July 2015 1359 16 49 443 216 2083 23rd July 2015 1359 15 50 252 219 1895

TAYLORS ROAD EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: (Int + 6723) 22405 WEBSITE: www.petesplace.nlk.nf FAX: (Int + 6723) 23098 Norfolk’s River of Gold at the Pacific Games Port Moresby! - continued Greenwood, Shane Evans, Brianna Stephens and Rose Evans left Port Moresby to make their way home on the Sunday. The remaining team members left on Monday for their leg of the homeward bound journey.! Gary Bigg will return home today on the Brisbane plane wearing his gold medal so waving of the flags will happen again when his plane lands! Team Norfolk has done us proud and I am sure we will be all gearing up for the next games. Norfolk Island 2 Gold, 3 Silver and 2 Bronze.

Stop Press Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, For the public record. It comes as no surprise that Gary Hardgrave has again misrepresented the community and its views. The channel 7 promo and emotive comments purported by GH are reminiscent of Jamie Briggs misleading the Australian people via national radio and do nothing to progress a future or a relationship between the community of Norfolk Island and Australia. Yours Sincerely Andre Nobbs

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PRESS RELEASE HAZARDOUS WASTE REMOVAL NORFOLK ISLAND

Mr John Wichman from EcoReset Pacifica, Rarotonga, Cook Islands will be visiting the Island in the last week of July 2015.

During his time on the Island he will be discussing hazardous waste removal with Squash News the Administration of Norfolk Island and the 5 weeks to go before our junior commonwealth Department of Infrastructure. He will also be games representatives head off to Samoa and consulting with those who will be handling represent, Norfolk, Norfolk Island Squash Association the waste such as, Waste Management and themselves. When you see Aidan Rowston, Curtis Buffett, Mya Evans and Storm Glenny-Walker wish Centre,Hazardous lighterage, Wastestevedores Removal, cartage them all the best as they continue their hard work on companies, labourersNorfolkand Island the shipping and off the courts to have the experience of a lifetime. companyMr John who Wichman will all from assist EcoReset in the Pacifica, safe This weeks’ Wednesday Night Competition will be Rarotonga,removal ofCook hazardousPRESS Islands will RELEASE waste be visiting streams the Island from in a social night starting at 5pm with the Business House the last week of July 2015. Competition starting next week. the waste management centre or other During his time on the Island he will be discussing NI Squash Association Doubles hazardouszonedHAZARDOUS areas waste that removal may WASTE require with the identification. AdministrationREMOVAL of Norfolk Island and the Department of Infrastructure. Championship HeAnother will also item beNORFOLK consulting that John with ISLAND is keen those towho know will be The doubles championship has been contested this handling the waste such as, Waste Management week with many good games being played and in more about is scrap metal and old vehicles. Great Spirit. A new format was implemented for the Centre,If Mr you John lighterage, have Wichman any stevedores,itemsfrom that EcoReset cartage you may Pacifica companies, have, labourers and the shipping company who will all assist championships with the makeup of each team being identifiedRarotonga, as Cook junk/scrap Islands thenwill be this visiting is a great the one player from A and B grade playing with a player in theIsland safein removal the last of week hazardous of July waste 2015. streams from theopportunity waste management to see ifcentre it can or beother listed zoned for areas safe that from C and D grades. It was amazing to see all players mayremoval require for identification. recycling on the mainland. adapting to the doubles game on the singles courts, AnotherDuring itemhis that time John on is the keen Island to knowhe more will about be and having a great fun time. 10 teams contested the is scrapdiscussing metal and hazardous old vehicles. waste If you removal have any withitems championships with a mixture of junior and senior Alternatively, if you have any hazardous players. The teams were Lance/Kym, Duncan/Jac, thatwastethe you Administration thatmay youhave may identifiedwish of Norfolk to as discuss junk/scrap Island with andthen himthe this is a great opportunity to see if it can be listed for safe Puk/Jared, Eamonn/Aidan, Craig/Deb J, Steve/George, orDepartment require some of Infrastructure assistance in. He identifying will also be Gye/Lexi, Dean/Mya, Rob/Storm and Riki/Renee. removalconsulting for recycling with thoseon the whomainland. will be handling itemsAlternatively, that you if you may have feel any are hazardous unsafe, waste then that At the point of writing the report the make up of the youpleasethe may waste contactwish to such discuss EcoNorfolk as, with Waste him Foundation or Management require Inc some semi finals had been decided: Eamonn/Aidan v Steve assistanceCentre, in identifyinglighterage, items stevedores that you may, cartage feel are N/George and Gye/Lexi v Puk/Jared. A full report, Limited by email: [email protected] or by photos and winners will be in next weeks paper. unsafe,telephonecompanies, then 50385. please labourers contact EcoNorfolkand the Foundation shipping Inc company Limited by who email: will [email protected] all assist in the or safe by Norfolk Island Business House Squash telephone 50385. Competition removal of hazardous waste streams from The competition will start in August. There has been the waste management centre or other lots of interest in the makeup of the competition from zoned areas that may require identification. potential sponsors and players. We will have 8 teams with 5 players per team. The teams will consist of an Another item that John is keen to know A, B, C, D and E grade player. If you are interested more about is scrap metal and old vehicles. in being involved in the competition then please see If you have any items that you may have one of the committee for more information. This competition will be played each Wednesday night for identified as junk/scrap then this is a great 6/7 weeks. opportunity to see if it can be listed for safe Events Schedule removal for recycling on the mainland. 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Draw no. 1119 MISS OUT! Buy tickets now at The Trading Post Newsagency NORFOLK MALL Church of England Spring Fair Service industry and groups are encouraged to come along. Already it is planned to have a huge water slide, 2015 pony rides, a ‘special treasures stall, afternoon cuppa, The Church of England has decided to bring back and many other fun activities. So if you would like the very popular Spring Fair this year and it is planned to think about what you can offer such as food, art & for 12:30pm – 4:00pm on Saturday 19th September craft, book, education, well-being, produce & baking, 2015. This has been a very community involved event mini-garage sale, fish fry, face painting etc then ring in the annual calendar and is greatly enjoyed by both and book in as soon as you can. young and old. It is a great family day for both locals The Church of England will be running a stall for and visitors. “items of Special Value” at their White Elephant Stall. Currently the churches in Norfolk Island are blessed If you have items that you would like to donate or gift to have Mitchell Mahaffey providing Youth Ministry or auction at this stall then that would be very much and offering spiritual guidance and leadership and fun appreciated. to many young youth in Norfolk Island. The proceeds The coordinators can be contacted as follows: from this Spring Fair 2015 will be dedicated to the Lorraine Boudan 22575, Rev David Fell 22293, or Youth Ministry. Mitch Mahaffey on 50737. This is very exciting and Like in the previous years there will be heaps of the Church of England look forward to everyone being stalls and lots of activities and fun for everyone. If you at the Spring Fair 2015. are an individual or an organisation and you would like to enter a stall or provide an activity then all you have to do is call one of the coordinators and arrange your involvement before the 17th August 2015. There will be a selection process to restrict the types and numbers of participants therefore to avoid disappointment it is suggested that you ring and book in as early as you can please. The aim is to support the Youth Ministry so the METALFIX CofE will be asking for financial contributions from participating stall holders or event organisers. This For all your rust problems financial support is usually a minimum cash donation Phone Denys on 23886 or mob 55514 or a percentage of your trading on the day. Talk to the coordinators about this when you book your activity.

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I was born on Executive Director and who, as an accomplished senior an island. I was born in Papua New Guinea so island executive in local government, is well positioned life is one of those things that is intrinsic. I’ve worked to help steer the transition of the Administration of in several remote communities and it was a challenge Norfolk Island to a Norfolk Island Regional Council (continued overleaf) from 1st July 2016. After a series of welcoming comments, Louci asked:- Peter, you just arrived on �� Norfolk Island a couple of weeks ago? �� Yes. We arrived at the start of July and we’ve been fascinated to see and have a �� look around and start to get �� my bearings. I don’t know that I can say that I’ve formed any �� firm views yet, but it is great �� to be here. It is an amazing place. �� Louci - You feel comfortable. You feel at home? I do. I’m still living in tourist accommodation and that’s lovely, but we move in �� to a house at the end of this �� week. That will be great. Louci - You have brought your partner with you? �� Yes. Susan has come with �� me. She is not on the island at �� the moment as she has gone �� back to the ‘big’ island to clean �� up the things that I couldn’t get done before I went away. �� Louci - I hope you both �� enjoy it and Norfolk is pretty �� special so I’m sure you will. �� We are looking forward to it. It is quite an extraordinary �� place and the history and �� heritage here is something that �� has fascinated me for a long �� time, so to get the opportunity to come for work was, as you know, a bonus in itself. We �� tried to come here a few years �� back but there was a cyclone �� at the time so we didn’t get here. It doesn’t happen often I am told but it did happen that �� time. Louci - And the plane turned back? We didn’t even get on the plane. It didn’t even leave Sydney. We were on call for �� a few days and we went up to �� Executive Director’s talk with Louci Reynolds Every community has its issues, and working at over VL2NI - continued the community level, whether you work not for profit of being able to work with another community and or whether you work for a government or work for it was suggested that I take this job. businesses providing services, they all have their Louci - How long were you on Papua New Guinea challenges and Norfolk is no different that way. before your family moved? The challenges will be different. Context is what My father went there as a teacher after the Second is important and that’s what I am spending the time World War and I left to go to school when I was eight- doing. Understanding the context, talking to people, that was in the early sixties. listening a lot and shortly being able to get out and Louci - So that would have been boarding school? communicate with people and reaffirm and work It was interesting. We had families so it was just through what will that future be. what you did at the time and the family partially Louci - The way that the Council in Port Stephen is moved back to Australia at that time and normalised run, obviously great things are happening. It worked things, but Dad has worked in Papua New Guinea for well. If some of those formulas can be transferred to many years right through until the late eighties early Norfolk Island a winning formula can work for Norfolk nineties. as well. Louci - So you’ve been back to Papua New Guinea There’s parallels in any community. How you deal several times? with your waste; how do you maintain your water Many times. I still think it is part of my heritage, supply; how do you deal with the resources that you part of my home and they can’t get it out of me. So have to manage to deliver programmes. That’s more I found work opportunities there over time and I’ve complicated here, because most things have to come been and done the Kokoda Track and participated as off island and transporting to and from; how you get much as I can. things off island again. They are all challenges that Louci - Did you manage to get to watch any of the we need to work for. They are the same things that Pacific Games on the television? I worked with in the community in Kiribati and also I did. It was fantastic to see it on the indigenous working in Sudan. It may have been land locked but television station. It was great to get that exposure you had a lot of the same issues in terms of access, and to see what they had done and see the success of getting in and out and transport etc. They are different Norfolk athletes as well. It was fantastic. contexts. They are often understanding that it is all a Louci - I guess you might to start to feel a little bit system and understanding the elements of the system of a supporter as to which team you want to cheer for that apply here. The things that are different, the things - PNG or Norfolk or Australia? that are the same and then working with the people that I think the Womens Rugby girls got up into the are here and will be here after I’m gone. They are the Games there but I didn’t see any other Australian people at the end of the day who have to be involved teams there which is appropriate as they’re rather on a and inform the process of what’s going to work here. different scale. Louci - Peter on that note your contract with the Louci - Just going back to your position here Norfolk Island Administration is that for a year or do on Norfolk Island. You have obviously come with you have a longer term contract? a fantastic resume working 16 years for the Port I have a contract with the Commonwealth and Stephen’s Council and they speak very, very highly of I actually have been placed in the Norfolk Island you and I guess the one thing that stands out for me is Administration, so it is funded by the Commonwealth the fact that they state that you have helped put Port in that role. I have a 12 month contract with an option Stephen’s Council in the enviable position, the kind to renew. That is deliberately there so that the new that many other council’s across the State would love Council, when they are appointed, have to work to be in, and that’s the Council that is in the ‘black’. out whether or not I have out-stayed my welcome That’s correct. It was an amazing journey. I have or whether or not they want me to stay on in some been very, very fortunate in my career that that capacity and that is to be determined. particular time I had never expected to stay that long in Louci - When you consider that a year is not a a position but the challenges were there. We had private long time compared to 16 years of supporting another sector and public sector activities that were managed Council, it is not a long time. and delivered and we had a fantastic community (continued overleaf) that worked with us - we had over 2,000 volunteers - that helped us deliver the programme and the local government services in that community. I think that’s directly attainable here of how do we work with our MADE-TO-MEASURE BLINDS community to deliver services that we probably can’t Roller- Light ﬁltering, Blockout afford to pay for, but we still want. & Sunscreen I think it will be very, very interesting times for us. All in Double or Single Design For you I guess Norfolk is a smaller community than Vertical, Cedar & Venetian Port Stephen’s. It has about half the people working for it. Do you think it will be an easier job working Blinds to suit all areas for window here or basically do Councils have the same issues all & door designs around the world? Please contact Milt on 54666 or 22136 Executive Director’s talk with Louci Reynolds I’m absolutely astounded with the beauty of the over VL2NI - continued place. Wherever you go on the island, and it is not It is not a long time and it won’t be done in 12 difficult to get right around the island, there’s elements months. I’ve got no expectations of that. It’s about of differences and similarities that leave you quite identifying what things we are going to work on and fascinated. In terms of location and environment to I don’t have sole control of that, the community will live and work in it is right up there with anywhere reform that as well as the Commonwealth and how I have been in the world and I have travelled and far we get along that journey the aim is to progress worked right around the world. I think the only it to a point where the new organisation can be stable continent that I haven’t been to is South America at and is able to develop. Capacity building doesn’t this stage or Antarctica, I haven’t got there yet either. happen over night. I hope that my convenient systems But it is right out there in terms of that framework and and processes will allow that to grow from there and its natural resources and also its limitations. They are if I can be a part of that ongoing progress, it will be the challenges that make communities work together fascinating. and sometimes on the ‘big’ island, we loose that sense Louci - Peter, just your little short time that you of community which I think is important and a vital have been on Norfolk, can you tell us what you feel ingredient to make a community work. about it? (continued overleaf)

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The harbour lies when a decision is made, move on. Well how do we wholly within the local government area of Port get the best out of that and how do I work with this Stephens; although its northern shoreline forms the community to get the best out of what’s available to boundary between the Port Stephens and Great Lakes us. local government areas. Louci - Outside of work, what is it that you and According to the 2006 Census, more than 26,000 Susan like to do? people lived within 3 km (1.9 miles) of its 113 km We have a largish family. We’ve got six children (70 mile) long shoreline and more than 32,000 lived between us and we’ve got eleven grandchildren so within 10 km (6 miles). they keep Susan busy most of the time. They are Port Stephens Council has a popularly elected Mayor, getting older and bigger now so we hope that they will 9 dedicated Councillors and a highly professional and visit us here and get to know this place. There are a experienced workforce who, and along with over lot of attributes that they like. There’s surfing activity. 1,000 volunteers, work toward delivering services that They are all very active and are into horse riding and the community values in the best possible way. all those things that I find around here. Family is a big Mayor MacKenzie became the first popularly thing, but history and heritage is a particular passion elected Mayor in Port Stephens history when he of mine. I’ve been very involved in the engineering finished on top in the 2012 Mayoral election. field in Australia for many years now and then how Mayor MacKenzie is looking forward to leading that flows into the built in environment and how a Council with a wide range of backgrounds and you manage that and the community can retain that expertise through a positive four years ahead. sense of ownership and identity which is important in Early development:- Captain Cook sighted the community spirit. entrance on 11th May 1770 and named the bay after I used to play golf. I’ve brought my golf sticks so the Secretary of the Admiralty. It was first entered in I am looking to re-engage with some golf. But I will 1791 by the British ship “Salamander” from the Third also be researching family history. I’ve got my father’s Fleet, and surveyed in 1795 by Charles Grimes. In 1795 slides from New Guinea from back in the ‘40s right Capt. Broughton was driven into port by a storm and through to well into the ‘70s which I have undertaken found four escaped convicts living with aborigines. to sort and develop a narrative around. Then our own The brig “Lady Nelson” visited with Governor family histories - both Susan’s from England and mine Macquarie and his wife on 1st January 1812. from Germany, backgrounds in relation to Australia through the war years. It is all part of the rich history that I am exploring and relishing in the finds that you make. Louci - When you left the Council last year, were you hoping to retire but you were not allowed to. You were snapped up.? No. It wasn’t like that. I retired to meet the requirements of the superannuation fund. I always had the intention that I would build my consultancy business not to anything full-time like I am doing now. 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The Future of Led Lighting is now here on Norfolk Island “Business as Usual” I have been further criticized for using the term (by Glen Wood) “removal” which apparently infers a physical outcome The most honourable Gary Hardgrave assures but in all honesty I think I would prefer an Ombudsman everyone that it is “business as usual” on Norfolk to sort out what is right and what is wrong within this Island. I need to question this as it appears that the Islands Government structure. Commonwealth contingent are hurriedly reviewing Cascade Pier and moving to upgrade assets which have now become Early this week a full submission was again made the direct responsibility of the Commonwealth via the to Worley Parsons with a very strong suggestion removal of NIG. We all consider it must be a joke for that they review their current design outcome for the Assistant Minister Briggs to spend approx. 100k Cascade Pier. This submission was supported by on flying here to announce a pathway upgrade but ten independent groups of legitimate stakeholders is it just a joke? In Australia commercial pressures from this community. I am quite proud to have been exerted by injury based lawyer businesses have turned involved in the compilation of this submission and will footpaths into a primary target for compensation now aggressively pursue a positive outcome which the claims. Trip hazards, disability inclines or tactile majority of this community deserves. notification signage have all been reviewed to try to Ombudsman stem the flow of claims. In many respects the Norfolk Based on feedback from last weekend’s publication Island pathway does not conform to applicable codes I have now completed a submission requesting the and hence exposes the Commonwealth to risk. We involvement of the Commonwealth Ombudsman into have all seen stairs being measured or disability ramps the actions of several Commonwealth Employees. I being constructed but why? If it was “business as allege that these persons have used their positions usual” why the urgency and if such an urgency exists to restrict the dispersion of community endorsed is every business and land owner also at risk? correspondence, have operated outside their individual The Insurance Council of Australia will tell you that employment charter and have knowingly distributed 95% of all insurance policies retain a condition where- advice and general information that they are fully by the policy owner must abide by statutory local, state aware is in-correct in content. My position is that I or federal laws. In the event you do not abide by these consider the level and nature of manipulation afforded laws you cannot expect to be insured. So while Gary to this community by a very small minority is such that Hardgrave rapidly sees to it that all the newly acquired an impartial Ombudsman’s involvement is required. Commonwealth assets taken from the Norfolk Island Community are upgraded to applicable standards he seems to have forgotten to let anyone else know of the severe risk to private businesses and landowners for not upgrading their assets. If I am incorrect in this appraisal then I am happy to print a retraction and even shout Gary an apology METALFIX dinner. If it is “business as usual” I am sure that Gary can instruct the Commonwealth to provide this For all your rust problems community with indemnification against any possible Phone Denys on 23886 or mob 55514 legal claims up till July 2016? Either way at least the community is provided with clarification and hopefully the response only costs a dinner! Future Correspondence The above concludes negative submissions from myself to this community regarding the position of the Norfolk Island versus the Commonwealth. At this point the community should fully understand the extremely poor position it has been manoeuvred into. Individual opinions will be based upon what people For all your painting needs want to believe versus the facts presented to them for what has and is actually happening here.  Need a Professional painter ? Spray Finishes Retractions Call Now !  Water Blasting I have incurred some criticism regarding some  Domestic / recent publications. To those critics I truly wish I Commercial Top quality work with was instructed to retract every point which has been  Interior/Exterior fast and friendly service bought to the attention of the community including  Roofs the above indemnity topic. I have not received any demands for retractions. I truly wish all that I was “ What we quote is what you pay ” involved in within this community was the re-design and delivery of vessels or a pier infrastructure or the Mobile: 55588 like but unfortunately this will not happen until the Commonwealth recognises this community’s rights. Email: [email protected] NIMAA’s AGM 160th Anniversary of the Arrival This Monday 27th July at 5.15pm at the Paradise of the Pitcairners Hotel, the Norfolk Island Maritime Archaeology Anniversary Association (NIMAA) will be holding its AGM. (Bounty) Day on NIMAA is the only local organisation with a Mission to the 8th of June help identify, protect and research Norfolk’s maritime 2016 will mark the history and archaeology. 160th anniversary The Association is involved with activities both in of the arrival of the and out of the water. In the water our scuba diving Pitcairn Islanders to members help look for, survey and protect heritage Norfolk Island. This items. On land, will be an especially oral history making has been the key focus, aiming significant to capture the stories, memories and history of our anniversary for maritime environment. We welcome new members Islanders of Pitcairn and anyone who would like to come along and find descent and the out about NIMAA’s activities. Norfolk Island Travel Centre is keen to support family and friends who live off-island to make it home for the day. Flights during this week are already heavily booked, we are busy promoting travel for Bounty Day to our visiting groups, but we’d also like to let locals know in advance if they’re after seats at a good price to contact us now for a fare quote from Brisbane or Sydney. Or are you planning a family reunion for this special anniversary year? Travel Centre can also put together flight and accommodation packages for larger re-unions not able to be accommodated in family homes. If you can get family members together as a group of 21 or more the organiser or nominated person in the group will fly free, only airfare taxes apply. In addition, if we book your accommodation as a group some properties offer 1 in 10 people stay free. There are real incentives to get your family, or a group of families, organised to travel together to enjoy these savings. Bounty Day is all about celebrating our heritage with ‘family’ at its core. Ten years ago the 150th anniversary was such a great celebration of our Island culture, traditions and achievements. In 2016 there will be even more reason to proudly gather as So – here’s a mystery we would like to have solved. a community of families descended from those hardy Can you tell us anything about our picture of an Pitcairn Islanders. inscription on a rock below Lone Pine that reads “Hey We hope that many visitors will also find resonance Uncle Ugly!” Who was/is Uncle Ugly and who carved with the 160th anniversary and join us for this special this stone? It’s not a huge part of our maritime heritage day. Optional packages for visitors include a fabulous – but it’s an unexplained one that we’d love to know Bounty Day Smorgasbord Lunch, Island Culture Tour, about. Come along on Monday night with the answer Cyclorama, Norfolk Island Museum Pass and Pitcairn and there will be a small prize waiting for you! Settlers Village tour. So, who is the organiser in your family – perhaps it is you? Forward on this article, send some emails or make the calls to family living off-island today! It really will pay off in the long run to have your family and friends organised early and able to take N.I. Pest Control advantage of the best group deals or individual flight For all your pest control needs prices we can offer. 7 day flight and accommodation Domestic and Commercial Services packages start at $999 twin share ex Brisbane, $1039 ex Sydney and $1099 ex Auckland including car hire. CONTACT DUNCAN GRAY Contact us for more information on ph 22502 email PHONE / FAX 23034 • MOBILE 50541 [email protected] or visit our web site at www. norfolkislandtravelcentre.com The AMBO’SNeed

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As many countries were unable to fund the vaccines themselves, Rotary has continued to provide vaccines wherever they are required. One of the Rotary District Governors in the 1985-86 year was Dr Kenneth Collins AM, a present member of the Association WA Branch Committee, and himself a 1947 Polio victim He has been actively involved in many aspects of the Rotary and the eradication of fundraising and operational aspects of the programme Poliomyelitis continuously since 1985, and is currently serving as Members of the Order of Australia have played the programme co-ordinator for Australia. significant roles in the eradication of Poliomyelitis. Rotarian have now contributed US$ 1.2 billion The President of Rotary International during 1978-79 and have been supported by many governments and was an Australian Accountant Clem (later Sir Clem) world leaders, including the Bill and Melinda Gates Renouf from Nambour in Queensland Foundation. In 1988, once the Rotarians had proven When he learned in 1979 that Smallpox had just their fund raising capability, WHO, UNICEF and the been eradicated, he contacted Rotary District Governor Centre for Diseases Control joined forces with Rotary John Sever, chief of the Infectious Diseases Branch International. of the US Nation Institutes of Health, asking whether Initially, there were three strains of the Polio virus, Polio might be similarly eradicated with the help of but type 2 disappeared in 1999, and the last case of Rotary. Type 3 was reported in 2012. At its meeting in November 1979, the Board of As 2015 began, we were officially down to three Rotary International agreed that the eradication of endemic countries, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria. Poliomyelitis should be a primary goal of the Health, However, only 6 cases were reported in 2014, the last Hunger and Humanity (3H) programme established by one on 24 July. Afghanistan reported 28 cases, but all Clem. The Board of Rotary International agreed to of these came across the border from Pakistan, where provide all of the Polio vaccine necessary for a five there were 297 cases. year period to immunise all the children of the world A total of 19 cases were reported in other countries, who were currently not being immunised. having been carried there by refugees for the endemic It was estimated that 100 million children were born countries. The last of these cases occurred on 11 each year that were not being immunised, with the August 2014. cost of immunising a child as US 24 cents. It would Thus we have seen the number of cases of Polio therefore cost US$ 120 million to immunise the 500 worldwide reduced from 500,000 in 150 countries in million children over the planned 5 year period. 1985, to 350 cases in 9 countries in 2014. It was also estimated that, in 1985, there will still The aim is see Polio disappear by the end of 2015. 500,000 cases of Polio in 150 countries, even though Polio vaccines (both Salk and Sabine) had been available for 30 years. Instead of raising US$ 120 million, the Rotarians raised US$ 247 million, with a view to carrying out the immunisation programme from 1988 to 1993. Another brisk week at the school with lots of great thing happening. Next week we celebrate Education Week. This year, in line with the NSW DEC theme we are “Celebrating Local Heroes”. No shortage here on Norfolk Island. Thank you to Jodie Williams for What’s on working with the school on this project. Jodie is a very valuable member of our school team and assists at the our staff and students to develop cultural and historic understandings and resources relating to Norfolk Island. You would have noticed that your child has arrived RSL Club home yesterday with a document to consider. We have “Norfolk’s Largest Club” asked children to have discussions with their families about who they consider to be their ‘local hero’. Each nominated hero will receive a certificate from a NICS Monday 27th July child in recognition for their efforts and contribution. Heroes come in all shapes and forms and heroic acts 6-8pm are in the eyes of the beholder. Please assist your child with this project. Lully Nobbs “Live” Welcome back to school to our NICS sporting heroes Phil Jones and Beau Magri. Congratulations and very Dinner Music well done to you both and to the whole Pacific Games team congratulations from everyone at the school. K-6 Assembly Tuesday 28th July The assembly was very well represented by parents and we thank you all. Congratulations to students who 6-8pm received classroom awards. Ryan Dixon “Live” Congratulations Following endorsements and interviews with Rotary, Dinner Music Year 11 student Aden Cianter has been accepted to participate in ‘The Youth Science Forum’ in January Jackson Family Fish Fry 2016. Congratulations Aden. & Smorgasbord Nite Athletics Carnival Our Annual Athletics Carnival for all students Beautiful Trumpeter Kinder to Year 12 will be held at the school on the Malcom Champion Oval on Wednesday 27th August. Salads & Condiments Sub Juniors to Open students will commence at 8.30am and Kinder to Year 2 students will commence their day Bring the family at 11.00am with activities and their running events at 1.15pm. The unique march pass that the students so $20 only proudly demonstrate to conclude the afternoon. Come along and enjoy the whole day or part off. Hot and cold food, tea and coffee will be available for purchase. Wednesday 29th July More information will be published in next week’s newsletter. 6-8pm Parent helpers are more than welcome. If you are available any part of the day please call the School Brandt McRitchie “Live” Front office on phone 23000 or email office@school. edu.nf. Your time will be very much appreciated. Dinner Music (continued overleaf) Friday 31st July Rafﬂes Galore & McRitchie Show Expressions of Interest Norfolk Island Central School School Photographs 2015 By email: [email protected] Tenders will close on Friday 7th July at 3.00pm. Years Kindergarten to Year 12 The school is looking for expressions of interest Regards from local companies or individuals who would like Michelle Nicholson to tender for the taking of school photographs in Principal September this year. The tender would be for the taking off, and supply of prints to the school and parents. The tender will also include the supply of covers for the photographs. 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0011 672 3 23483 Email: [email protected] Inaugural Police Charity Crimestoppers Crimestoppers is a national system which can be Barefoot Bowls Day reached on 131999 and will take information on any It’s now less than a month until the inaugural Police criminal matter. These calls are transferred through Charity Barefoot Bowls Day, to be held on Sunday to operators off island. All Crimestoppers reports 23 August. We are pleased to announce that the will be accepted anonymously. Police wish to new recipient of funds raised on the day will be the reassure members of this community that any calls Sunshine Club in order to support the great service and to Crimestoppers are made in the strictest confidence assistance that they provide this community. and are not subject to caller ID or subscriber tracing. For those of you who have never barefoot bowled, Telephone calls are taken by Canberra based staff. it’s a great day. Take off your shoes, sink your toes into the grass, and roll some balls around a big square Police Contact Details green. Skill is not a prerequisite. There will be plenty of novelty rounds, plus entertainment, food and drink. Norfolk Island Police Force Sign-up sheets are at the Bowling Club, so nominate Tel: +6723 22222 your team and prepare for a great day. PO Box 470 Thanks also to all our generous sponsors who are Email [email protected] supporting this great cause. If any other businesses Norfolk Island 2899 would like to lend a hand, give us a buzz or drop into Office hours for routine enquiries: 8am to 4pm, the station. Monday to Friday. If the station is unattended, please Emergency numbers use the courtesy telephone located near the front door to contact on duty Police. Police – 22222 for routine enquiries. In an emergency Police can be contacted on 977. 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Flits 31 32 You were well placed over recent months to play a 23. Tree meaningful part in the conduct of the public debate on 25. Heckler 33 34 28. Fire 35 the change facing the community. You chose however remnants to allow your publication to be used to intimidate and 31. Stone 36 37 bully, to convey threats, and to foment fear and division craftsman 33. Furnish 7. Cunning through demeaning, insulting and personal attacks. 34. Give birth 12. More unusual Solution to Last week’s appalling ‘quisling’ insult and overt (of a cow) 14.Deep pan last week’s 35. Shooting marble 15. Grates Crossword threats to “remove” persons holding certain views, 36. Malaysian dish 17. Expressions 37. Tapers of despair A D J U S T S S T E A K demonstrate that the public debate through all its S A E I T V E 19. Singer, ... Byrne L B A G G R A V A T E hideous twists and turns has finally reached the pits. DOWN 20. National songs A L I G N M C D N The fact that we have plummeted to these depths is, at 1. 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Norfolk Island Agent: Celtic Shipping Services Ph: 24338 / Mob 53484 [email protected] THEIR FUTURE-THEIR VOICE With respect for, and apologies to, Banjo Patterson and THEIR FUTURE�� - THEIR VOICE With respect for, and apologies to, Banjo Patterson and The Man from Snowy River There was movement on the island, for the word had passed around, That the NIPD group was underway, And was now like NAGS and others – peddling hard to make some ground, So all the hacks had gathered for the fray. Some failed, some feisty followers from homesteads near and far, Had gathered at headquarters overnight, For these ‘bushed’ folk love fringe politics, where the mad ideas are, They sat and sniffed the battle with delight.

There was Sanderson, who forged his ties while elsewhere growing up, And Buffett, with his hair as white as snow; (Though few could stand beside him when his blood was fairly up, He would go wherever he could be on show.) The Nobbs’, the Geoffs and others came along to lend a hand, No better leaders ever held the reins. (�� For never were there others who might have saved this land, They learned to lead whilst sitting on jet planes. (��

The subject they debated was OUR future and OUR choice, With an invite to consider some ways that WE could go, But THEY had already chosen what should become OUR voice, So was it really all put on for show? THEY spoke of Free Association but THEY would write the rules, With some slick and easy rhetoric in mind, Perhaps they thought that we were just a bunch of simple fools, It’s fantasy, the cheap and mindless kind.

It brings to mind another place at present in the poo, The Greeks, who wave their flags and vote to choose, They give not much but want the lot, their cake and eat it too, While Europe, it still has a lot to lose. NIPD won’t pay the price so some can have it all, Self-righteous braying forms their chosen stance, But those of us, who like ‘the map,’ will make a simpler call, Like Varoufakis, ‘on your bike,’ give reform a chance. A.B.and Me A.B.and Me The Norfolk Islander Your Island Newspaperpaper Published by Greenways Press Pty Limited Email - [email protected] P.O. Box 248 Norfolk Island 2899 WEEKLY CIRCULATION South Paciﬁ c Local Distribution - 1360 Telephone (Int +6723) 22159 International Subscriptions - 120 Facsimile (Int +6723) 22948 EDITORIAL Tom Lloyd Jonno Snell and Tom Lloyd (Int +6723) 23725 Email - [email protected] ON-CALL PHOTOGRAPHER / ACCOUNTS Jo Snell HOURS Monday to Friday. 8.30am - 4.30pm. PROPRIETORS - Jo, Jonno and Croyden Snell. Lunch 1.00pm - 2.00pm. Subscriptions Welcome - Visit: www.norfolkislander.com The views and opinions expressed throughout The Norfolk Islander are not necessarily those of the Editors. NORFOLK�� ISLAND SUPERMARKETS PTY. LTD.

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�� Letters to the Editor - continued Tim’s Tip Number 5 Sir, ...ALWAYS BEWARE OF HOT SURFACES! Have seen the promo for Channel 7 Sunday programme. Who should be there but shock jock Hardgrave July 25 saying that we hate Australians. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Can I try to enlighten Mr. Hardgrave’s, Norfolk https://en.wikipedia.org Islanders and their democratically elected governments July 25 is the 206th day of the year (207th in leap have tried to work with the Australian government and years) in the Gregorian calendar. There are 159 days their departments for the betterment of this Island and remaining until the end of the year. its people for as long as they have had self government. 1467 – The Battle of Molinella: The first battle in Only to be ridiculed, bullied, lied to,blocked in every Italy in which firearms are used extensively. attempt to further our economic base and told that we 1603 – James VI of Scotland is crowned king of are not Australian. England (James I of England), bringing the Kingdom Mr. Hardgrave, maybe it is this fact that we have a of England and Kingdom of Scotland into personal dislike for you and your fellow politicians, I personally union. Political union would occur in 1707. have 100s of close Australian friends and have 1783 – American Revolutionary War: The war’s cherished my spells of living on the mainland. I just last action, the Siege of Cuddalore, is ended by a dislike Liars and Bullies whether they are Australian preliminary peace agreement. or Martians. 1788 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart completes his Regards Symphony No. 40 in G minor (K550). Ernie Christian Jnr 1837 – The first commercial use of an electrical telegraph is successfully demonstrated by William Cooke and Charles Wheatstone on July 25, 1837 Dear Administrator between Euston and Camden Town in London. We don’t hate Australians. We have died alongside 1894 – The First Sino-Japanese War begins when them in trenches. We have married them. We have borne the Japanese fire upon a Chinese warship. their children. We lay beside them in the cemetery. 1946 – At Club 500 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, They are our friends, companions and mates. They are Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis stage their first show as part of the social fabric of this island. a comedy team. What we hate is bitter, divisive politics. The 1965 – Bob Dylan goes electric as he plugs in at referendum clearly showed the majority of this the Newport Folk Festival, signaling a major change community rejected you and your callow propaganda. in folk and rock music. Please issue an apology to all Norfolk Islanders and 1978 – Louise Brown, the world’s first “test tube then do the right thing. Resign. Your exalted position baby” is born. is unteneable. 2000 – Concorde Air France Flight 4590 crashes Quis custodiet ipsos custodes? at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, killing 113 Juvenal passengers. 2010 – WikiLeaks publishes classified documents about the War in Afghanistan, one of the largest leaks in U.S. military history. Watawieh yorlyi

Deal with the Professionals Immigration changes provide opportunity for Australian/NZ citizens to live permanently on Norfolk Island ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— URGENT SALE Unique 2 bedroom chalet-style timber residence in a secluded area with separate large studio (could be extra bedroom). Front verandah with leafy outlook. Huge entertainment deck. Wooden framed windows & French doors. Colorbond roof. Timber floors. Stone fireplace. Open plan lounge/kitchen with timber beamed ceiling. Large bathroom. Upstairs sleeping accommodation with ensuite. Tropical gardens & stone pathways. Garage & carport. $320,000 - ALL REASONABLE OFFERS CONSIDERED ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— SPACIOUS LIVING 3 bedroom timber clad home located close to town and Our photo shows Australian Rock and Roll historian school. Timber floors & high ceilings. Open plan dining/living Glenn A Baker at one of his many visits to Radio with fireplace. Master bedroom with walk-in-robe. Large Norfolk during the Christmas in July week. Glenn bathroom with spa, dbl vanity, bidet. Modern kitchen. This was the M.C at each of the concerts held at Rawson property also features: 2kw solar power, solar hot water, Hall, and accompanied the artists to the radio station approx 10,000 gal under ground water tank, dbl garage & for their daily interviews. When Glenn first arrived workshop. Manageable land size of 1278m² with fruit trees. Reduced to $375,000 - EXCLUSIVE he wondered what he might do over the 6 days and ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— suffice to say he couldn’t believe how quickly the time LOADS OF CHARACTER went and how much he enjoyed his stay; commenting Immaculately presented 3 bedroom 2 bathroom cottage in a on the high standard of entertainment throughout the convenient location handy to town & school. Front whole week and loved the stamp issue. Thank you to verandah. Open plan lounge/dining. Well appointed modern Jacaranda Park holiday cottages, Advance hire cars, kitchen. 1 bedroom downstairs, 2 very spacious bedrooms Bart, Jules and every-one at Burnt Pine travel and upstairs. Approx. 18,000 gallons water storage. Solar Baunti Escapes, Mark at Trade Travel, Louci and radio power & solar hot water, town sewerage system. Garage & announcers for all yourley’s generous assistance & ample storage areas under house. Land area: 667m². ALL THIS FOR ONLY $320K time provided to Glenn. ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Farewell Perko ACREAGE WITH COTTAGE Prime acreage portion with a 2 bed cottage & Mike Perkins was appointed as Chairman of the sundry shedding. Numerous strategically planted mature Norfolk Island Tourism Advisory Board in September fruit trees & palms. Land gently sloping. 2 road frontages. 2011 and has been in this voluntary role for nearly New water tank. Water bore completed. Superb acreage. 4 years. Perko has now resigned from this position Land area: 2.638ha and he was fare welled last week by the NI Tourism PRICE ON APPLICATION team. We thank Perko for all his hard work and wish ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— him well in retirement, or is it semi-retirement? Perko RENTALS being the main organizer of the Jazz festival, he nor se 1 bedroom cute timber country cottage $130 p/w done yet! 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, deck, garage $195 p/w 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, garage, close to town $260 p/w Marketing Activity/ media coverage 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, solar, deck, garage $395 p/w - Luxury Travel co-op campaign until Dec.2015 CALL LYNNE ON 50803 TO ARRANGE A VIEWING - Out and About with Kids co-op campaign until  Dec.2015  - Kia Ora magazine - 7 page feature by James  Borrowdale.  - Mindfood mag, online campaign until Dec.2015 +  2nd feature due November.  (continued overleaf) Tourism News - continued between 35-44yrs, same age bracket for men making - Press Releases: There really is more to Norfolk up 38%. Top 5 Countries viewing our page – in order: Island, Nature Abounds on NI Australia, Fiji, USA, New Zealand and United Arab - “Slow food from the Pacific” Angi Bignell – Green Emirates. If you have a FB page with great images Lifestyle mag. and positive news let us know so we can share it. - Sales & tactical advertising with Australian Follow NI Tourism on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram wholesalers and group organisers in print and and Pinterest. online. Treasures of the South Pacific (ToSP) 2015 - “Reasons to Love Norfolk Island” – NZ Woman’s In 2014, Norfolk Island Tourism joined other South Day mag. Pacific islands as a member of ToSP. - “Norfolk’s Secret Past” – Inside History, 6 pages ToSP arranges presentations and seminar functions by Sarah Trevor who visited for HMS Sirius to educate travel agents Australia wide. The celebrations. functions give travel agents the opportunity to meet - Co-op advertising for events & festivals with representatives face to face & learn about the island wholesalers. destinations all in the one venue. ToSP has commenced - Island time magazine NZ – Castaway reno’s, Sweet again for 2015 and during August will visit Sydney Pea high teas, Colleen McCullough home tour & and Newcastle. the new Ukulele festival. Tania Media famil this weekend Tania @ #norfolkisland Tourism www.norfolkisland. On island this weekend, we welcome back Sally com.au Morgan (Media manager with Unique Tourism Collection – NI Tourism Australia reps) on a media famil with Rod Eime, freelance journalist for Let’s Travel magazine, Hilary Doling the Editor of Luxury In Memoriam. Travel Bible and Anne Markey the Editor of Mamamia Women’s network. Media coverage will be generated In Loving Memory Of via magazine features, social media, E newsletters & Brian Edward Saal websites. Fingers crossed for a sunny weekend! Passed Away 30th July 2010 August 2015 – EVENTS In Our Hearts, 1-9 Rugby on the Rock Always Remembered With Love 14-22 Ian Rolfe, Photography tour Jan, Michelle, Sharon And Families. 16-23 Red Hatters gathering 17-22 TAB Triples bowling tournament 19 Government House Charity Open Day. 23-28 Hardy’s Wine PRO-AM golf classic The Visitors Information Centre is currently compiling the Events Calendar for 2016 please let us

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NORFOLK ISLAND 18 DECEMBER ‘15! JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE � �� 2015 BATTLE ON THE ROCK Only 21 weeks to wait! NORFOLK ISLAND �� Specialising in �� EARTHMOVING�� and �� LANDSCAPE GARDENING�� Land Scaping Stump removal Fire Wood Tree Transplanting Labour Back Yard Makeovers Top Dressing Tree Removal (large or small) Sand Back�� Filling Water Holes Burning Pits Rock�� Gardens��Walking Tracks Excavators House�� Site Preparations Water Run Off Small Tippers Clearing�� Trenching Large Tippers Fence�� Lines Clearing Steep Slopes Bobcats Driveways�� 100% Top Soil Roller Tar Seal and Concrete Cheap Hard Fill �� Phone Now! 50126 or�� 53442 E: [email protected] �� ‘All On’ for the August Offensive On 29 July on the Eastern Front the Russians made 25 to 31 July 1915 the decision to continue retreating as planned and 25 July 1915 saw Gilbert Warren Fysh (Warren) abandon Warsaw. At Anzac pumping had commenced of Adams enlisted at Liverpool, NSW as Private 3561, water from the beach, where most water was delivered height 5ft 10 inches (1.75m), weight 140lbs (64 Kgs), daily by boat, to newly installed tanks closer to the front complexion dark, eyes brown, hair brown and chest line. Difficulties which included pump breakdowns, 36ins (0.9m). His occupation was given as farmer, failure of water lighters to arrive and gradual failures of religion Methodist and he was not married. His Next limited supply obtained from wells dug earlier at Anzac, of Kin was stated as “father on Norfolk Island” and he threatened the operation. The Russian War Ministers enlisted as Gilbert Warren Adams. He was posted to met with the Tsar and presented him with a proposal to 11th Reinforcement 2nd Infantry Battalion at Liverpool. have the army completely control the operational and The lack of communication between General Hamilton rear areas as present arrangements were intolerable and and his senior staff and particularly the Anzac senior their proposal would heal the present problems. staff, was highlighted when Birdwood was eventually An Auckland Mounted officer and ten men on 30 July advised that in the plan for the August offensive there leave Gallipoli for Imbros Island for duty as personal was a key component of the whole operation. The key bodyguard for Sir Ian Hamilton. Imbros Island was 30 proposal was the landing of a Force to attack the land Kilometres west of Anzac Cove. At Anzac the issue of behind Suvla Bay. The force was to be led by yet another the health of troops being below normal was summarised British General, Stopford. in a note from Monash, head of 4th Australian Infantry On 26 July Richard (Darkie) Douran was admitted to Brigade, which stated in point form the following – 1) 15 Casualty Clearing Station which had been established the men’s health was well below that required 2) No by the British at Kephalos Bay, Imbros Island which was further steps be undertaken without improved sanitation closer to Anzac Cove than Lemnos Island. The recently and hygiene. 3) Principal symptoms were gastric appointed Officer in Charge of the 1st Australian disarrangement, bronchial infection, rapid pulses, loss Division General Legge handed control of the Division of weight and heart dilatation 4) The predisposing to Lieutenant General Harold Bridgwood Walker who causes were – irregular rest and meals, restricted dietary was originally appointed as Chief of Staff to General (as regards variety), hot weather, flies and dust. The Birdwood and had acted OIC 1st Division following the evacuation of Warsaw continued following the decision death of General Bridges. The change came as a surprise by the Russians not to defend the city. with Legge being transferred back to Egypt to complete 31 July included the 1st Australian Battalion the formation of the 2nd Australian Division being reporting an enemy aircraft dropping three bombs near assembled with new recruits arriving from Australia. the Battalion cooking lines. There were no casualties. The NZ & Australian Division at Anzac was still under Planning for the August offensive included an attack in General Godley and comprised the NZ Infantry Brigade, the form of a feint to ensure that those Turks located 4th Australian Infantry Brigade, 1st and 3rd Australian at Lone Pine would be occupied and be retained whilst Light Horse Brigades and NZ Mounted Rifle Brigade. other action occurred elsewhere. General Hamilton had On the Eastern Front the Germans were held up on left the actual planning of the feint to General Birdwood the Narew Line with fierce fighting occurring east of and whilst preparations in the lines had been concluded Rozhan. the attacking units of the 1st Australian Brigade were to John Evans on 27 July re-joined 2nd Battalion at be decided. In actual planning for the proposed attack Anzac where communication issues continued to plague Birdwood allocated the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Battalions the proposed August offensive and the impact of diseases as attacking units with the 1st Battalion to be placed particularly dysentery and enteric fever was highlighted in reserve. Elsewhere at Anzac the Auckland Infantry by figures in the previous six days. On 21st July 190 Battalion was in Reserve, with its island recruit Lester cases were reported, 22nd only 44 but then the Turks Quintal, reported heavy losses in the period since were supposed to attack, 23rd 150 cases, 24th 186 cases, the landing. Some 1,050 landed on the first day and 25th 200 cases, 26th 226 cases and 27th 231 cases. Battle subsequent losses saw, after the involvement at Krithia, of Nasiriyeh commenced at dawn in “searing heat” the Battalion numbered only 265 men. Some 200 and swarms of mosquitos with a combined British and reinforcements brought the Battalion to 468. Quinn’s Indian Force attacking the main Turkish supply base in Post and casualties reduced the strength to 326 but the southern Mesopotamia. Significant losses were reported Battalion’s 4th Reinforcements brought the figure to by both sides, each lost over 500 killed but the British 624. Mainly sickness had reduced the current roll call to achieved their objective and Turks retreated to Kut. about 500 men. The 11th Australian Battalion attacked 28 July at Malta Rawdon (Boy) Nobbs (1st light from Tasmania Post following two Australian mines Horse) disembarked from H S “Silicia” and was moved being exploded but a third exploded as the Australians to St Andrews Hospital (diagnosed with gastritis and entered the trench and a 4th mine did not explode. Trench enteric fever). F E “Sarnum” Quintal (6th Light Horse) was captured at cost of 36 dead and 73 wounded became and H W Taylor (1st Australian Battalion) both patients known as Leane’s Trench, proved important in flank from St Georges Hospital, embark from Malta on H S protection in Lone Pine attack. The German armies had “Transylvania” for England. Richard “Darkie” Douran 47 mobile anti – aircraft guns from Riga to Czernowitz was diagnosed at 15 Casualty Clearing Station, Kephalos in the Carpathians. In July Russia sent 70 Prisoners of with debility. On Eastern Front the Germans cross the war to Murmansk Peninsula to construct a railway. Vistula River north of Ivangorod but are forced back in the upper Vistula. Joining St John Ambulance In order to encourage more people to join our team of ambulance volunteers we would like to explain the training program, duties and the advantages of becoming a St John Ambulance volunteer. Duties Involved • Firstly you need to complete a Senior First Aid St. John Ambulance, Australia Course which we advertise on radio and in the Norfolk Island Division newspaper. • Then we put you though the Advanced First Aid Course and you are invited to join our team. • You will then begin training to be “On Call” by The accompanying two other ambulance volunteers as AMBO’S a trainee (third). Your role here is to observe and Need learn only. • Once you are capable and confident enough to perform “Call out” duties you will become a second “On Call.” This will only happen when you are happy with your level of skill and confidence. • You may go on to become a “first” or a lead officer after suitable experience, if you wish. • You choose how much time you volunteer to be “On Call”. This may be anything from 12 hours a month to 60 hours a week. • If you are unable to be “On Call” you can still gain experience by being on duty during sporting events and other events such as the County Music Festival, Cross Country Events etc. • As a volunteer you are required to attend a Skills Training session every 2nd and 4th Tuesday evening from 6:30pm -8pm • We understand if you are unable to attend all training nights St.YOU John Ambulance Norfolk Island Advantages to You • Experience as a St John volunteer is invaluable for need more volunteers all those who work with the public, especially in PleasePeter contact Davidson our Superintendent on 50380 Once Peteragain Davidson we are struggling on 50380 forto covermore info.our call-out the tourist industry. roster. Delwyn Our volunteers on 53533 can or only Sallie do soon much,23627 so we • First Aid experience is very useful, especially if are appealing to the community to give some serious you are a parent. With good First Aid knowledge thought to joining our ambulance service. Before you you will be better able to cope with minor accidents dismiss this with thoughts such as “Too Hard” or “Not involving your family or friends. Enough Time” etc. (continued overleaf) Please read the article below.

CALLING AN AMBULANCE

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. St. John Ambulance, Australia - continued Thank You • Your experience with our team may inspire you Unit Youth would loke to thank Simon Pettit from to begin a new career as, for example a paid Paradise Resort for the generous use of their couches Ambulance Officer, a Paramedic, or Registered for our Extreme Fishing Adventures with Mark and Nurse. Past volunteers have gone on to do this. Grant. • Experience as a St John Ambulance volunteer is a Thanks again Valuable addition to your C.V. It tells your future Unit Youth Team employers that you are a community – minded person who is a responsible and caring citizen. • If you would like to know more about joining our team please call Delwyn on 53533 or just join us at the St John shed on Tuesday skill drills, we next met 28th July and 11th August Sudoku Number 227 - Medium • Or email us: [email protected] We welcome your interest 5 7 1 7 2 6 9 1 7 3 4 6 8 2 Congratulations 2 8 5 Congratulations to Brigette Graham, Corinne Parsons, Candice Snell, Hadyn Bell and Karen Quintal 4 2 9 on completion of their First Aid and CPR Certificates Division Notes 3 1 5 FIRST AID CLASS Next night classes are Wed 5th, Thurs 6th and Fri 9 4 7th August at 6pm in the St. John Hall in the Hospital grounds. 6 1 4 9 2 5 3 8 7 SUDOKU RULES All interested persons please contact Delwyn 53533 7 9 5 8 1 3 4 2 6 Fill in the grid so or Louise 51181. that every column, SKILL DRILL 8 3 2 7 6 4 1 5 9 every row and every Tuesday 28th July, 6.30pm in the St. John Hall. 4 5 1 6 7 9 2 3 8 3x3 box contains This week’s subject is Triage. 9 8 6 5 3 2 7 1 4 the digits 1 through Smile 3 2 7 1 4 8 9 6 5 9. There is no math A young doctor was just setting up his first office 1 6 8 2 9 7 5 4 3 involved. You solve when his secretary told him there was a man to see him. 5 7 3 4 8 1 6 9 2 each puzzle with The doctor wanted to make a good first impression reasoning and logic. by having the man think he was successful and very 2 4 9 3 5 6 8 7 1 busy. He told his secretary to show the man in. At Each puzzle only that moment, the doctor picked up the telephone and Last week’s solution has one solution. pretended to be having a conversation with a patient. The man waited until the “conversation” was over. Then, the doctor put the telephone down and asked, “Can I help you?” To which the man replied, “No, I’m just here to connect your telephone.” FMX BMX FREESTYLE BATTLE

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�� Page from the Past “We were very disturbed to get your report on the Red Back spider situation and immediate steps have Saturday, 28th July 1973 been taken to ensure that our cylinders shipped to you Editorial - Those who were present in the Council are pest free. Chambers at the public sittings of the Parliamentary Arrangements have been made with W.A. Flick & Standing Committee on Public Works last Sunday Co. Pest Exterminators to treat each cylinder just prior must have listened with great interest to the various to being despatched from Mortlake, with a solution arguments put forward by local residents and a which will deter the hardiest pest, and which will Department of the Capital Territory Officer regarding last a sufficient length of time to cover the voyage to the Quarantine station question. Norfolk Island. Much of the evidence both for and against the Farewell to Dr. Clarke - Dr. Marcus Clarke, who has station has been well and truly ventilated through the been the Government Medical Officer on the Island pages of this paper and although an effort was made for the last three months, leaves next Wednesday for to lay part of the blame of the success of the NO vote the mainland. His position for the next 3 months will from last year’s Referendum on our Editorial policy, be filled by Dr. A.J. May, who has his practice on the it will be of great interest to our readers to see on the Gold Coast but who is holidaying here at present. next page, an analysis of the amount of space allocated There has not been a definite appointment made as yet, in this paper to both sides of the question. for a resident G.M.O. After last Sunday’s hearings there is every In the ‘Norfolk Island Newsletter’ of April, 1973, possibility that the paper may be taken to task by the we read with interest that Dr. Clarke’s interests, outside Senate Committee for the publication in last week’s his professional activities, include his two farms, one issue of “Democrat’s” letter which, in the opinion of at Goulburn and the other at the A.C.T. and his stud of the Committee was in contempt of Parliament and thoroughbred horses. “contravenes a legal point”. In all due respect to the She was Lucky! - When the “Salamaua” was gentlemen of the Parliamentary Standing Committee preparing to up anchor and go further out at Cascade it must have been very clear to them, listening to on Tuesday evening last, it was found that the rudder the evidence of the NO voters that there are many carrier had snapped in half. The ship had to stay put people on this Island who feel that the Referendum just out from Cascade where she had been unloading and its results should have finalised the whole matter. all day - a ‘fraidy’ business at Norfolk, when seas can These are law abiding citizens and we feel that if the come up so quickly overnight! position had been reversed, that they, the members of Early on Wednesday morning, local diver Rick the Committee, would no doubt themselves have felt Swansborough went down to make an underwater licensed at what, to many people, appears to a complete inspection but found that there was no damage below disregard of our democratic rights. water. This is a copy of the letter- “Sir, We do not With the aid of local engineers Bob Davison and welcome what happens to be a biased Parliamentary David Klassen, work commenced at 10 a.m. on Commission who disregard the clearly expressed Wednesday morning and these two men made steel WILL OF THE PEOPLE OF NORFOLK ISLAND. supports for welding on the collar. Yours etc. “Democrat”. The Master of the ‘Salamaua’, Jim Bilimoria, The Analysis - both For and Against - After the extend his grateful appreciation for the tremendous co- accusations levelled by four witnesses at last Sunday’s operation given by the Norfolk Island Administration, Parliamentary Standing Committee hearing, we had an the Lighterage Manager and his men, launch drivers, impartial reader scan through the papers from Volume crane drivers, etc. and for the skilled engineering 7, No. 17 of 4th March, 1972 until Volume 8, No. 1 carried out by Bob and David. Martins Agencies also - which gave the result of the Referendum. thank all those responsible for helping in the repairing Articles which could be read as being in favour of and for the time spent in assisting the ship to get the YES vote for the Quarantine Station amounted to away. 22 full pages. Added to these were all the Council notes The ‘Salamaua’ left at 6.30 p.m. on Wednesday for plus 10 signed Letters to the Editor and 6 anonymous Noumea - and by this very fact we can appreciate the ones. There were 3 signed letters from overseas achievement of our local engineers - how valuable quarantine stations - New Zealand, Great Britain and these men are to our community - how valuable they Canada. Coverage in favour of the Station amounted were to the ship in this instance to enable it to carry on to 36 full pages. its schedule. Opposition from residents voting for the NO case Engagement - Gwenda Mary, second daughter of amounted to 29 full pages. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Williams of Camp Hill, Brisbane, The Editorial attitude of the paper (by this we mean has announced her engagement to Robert Thomas the front page in which we voice our own opinion) - in Burn, youngest son of Mrs. Helena Blackberry of all, 14 pages which in the opinion of the person who Riverside North, Tasmania. did the breakdown, showed no bias whatsoever. Gwenda and Bob’s romance started on Norfolk The Red Back Problem - Mr Bill Baillie, proprietor Island. Gwenda is our talented young artist of Studio of Norfolk Gas and Technical Service has received 213 and Bob is in the local branch of the Bank of New advice from Liquefied Petroleum Gas Limited in South Wales (now WestPac). reference to Red Back spiders:- - Tom. From time to time I find myself leaning toward “realistic” pessimism (perhaps the other sleep deprived parents in the “under 1’s” category can relate?). Stock markets will go bad, my health will get worse, and I will die in a way that’s not my first preference. These and many other predictions seem reasonably realistic, and if I can maintain a certain level of “Eyore-ness”, they might even ward off some future disappointment (although it does seem odd to try to minimise disappointment by living with a low-grade version of it now). There is, of course, a better way. God’s words to us are brimming with hope. His story consists of promises made and kept, once-and-for-all forgiveness granted, oneness with His people, and death conquered. In other words, my realistic pessimism is better known as unbelief. Though some things will go bad, they are small matters compared to what goes well. As such, it is time to take seriously the irreversible movement of Scripture toward hope and then onto joy. To get there, I have to start with repentance. After all, my version of reality tends to veer off into self-protection and self-trust. I prefer my interpretation of life to the Lord’s. So I need his forgiveness, mercy and his grace. From there I can give my attention to his joy, which is actually within my reach - precisely because I can find joy in other people’s experiences! For example, I can actually be a bit indifferent about the good things happening in my own life, but I often find myself excited about good things for other people. When my family or friends are excited about something good - an engagement, a baby, a long-awaited job - I get excited with them. With this in mind, if God has joy, then I can enter into it too. These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full. (John 15:11) But now I am coming to you, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves. (John 17:13) Our aim then, is to participate in God’s present and future joy. There are many reasons for His joy, and part of our work is to search out those reasons. But for now, it is enough to know that our God is joyful. Our mission is to both rest in and know this joy. A natural tendency toward “Eyore-ness” is no excuse because joy is a fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22). Neither is our broken and troubled world a limitation to joy, because joy is a mark of the kingdom of heaven, where God’s will is done perfectly. Joy, as C. S. Lewis said, is the real business of heaven, and our present job is to be about our Father’s business. Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice! David Fell is the Chaplain of the Church of England on Norfolk Island NI Junior Rugby League For more details contact Head Coach, Martin Snell on 50602, 23192 or email [email protected] Match report for Sunday 19th July. VP Midget B’s – BPT Blues 20 defeated Norfolk Optical Golds 16. Try scorers for the Blues – Taj Quintal x 2, Mali Garden, Wendell Fell. Conversions – Wendell Fell, Weekly Bowls News Joseph Snell The “Welcome Home” to our bowlers on Tuesday Try scorers for the Golds – Reece Hay x 3. evening was a great success. So many stories, laughs Conversions – Reece Hay, Reuben Kelly and memories that will last for ever.Thankyou to Refs Player of the day – Wendell Fell Tess for showing your fellow bowlers so much of Midget B’s – Pinetree Tours Greens 32 defeated your heritage. All of you certainly did the bowlo and Adams Plumbing Reds 14. Norfolk proud. Especially gratifing to know that no Try scorers for the Greens – Leeloo Evans x 2, matter what is the future for Norfolk we will still be a Jack Richards x 2, Tane Sharkey x 2, Bailey Miller. part of the South Pacific Games. Conversions – George Peay x 2 Last SATURDAY ‘S results... Graeme Woolley Try scorers for the Reds – Riley Robinson x 2, and Kate Smith won from Norm Trickey and Kitha Emily Rush. Conversions – Riley Robinson Bailey... 17-16. Refs Player of the day – George Peay Dave Smith,Brent Pauling and Peter Glass won from Midget A’s – BPT Golds 36 defeated NI Leagues Tim Sheriden,Teddy Evans and Stephen Mathews... Club Blues 10. 19-14. Try scorers for the Golds – Cameron Christian x WEDNESDAY. The first round of the Ladies 4, Kyran Randall x 2, Alani Snell, Nicolani Kolinisau. Triples Championships were played with the following Conversions – Kyran Randall, Cameron Christian results...... Wendy Nagy skipping Jackie Ryan and Try scorers for the Blues – Riley Quintal, Douglas Nancy Griffiths won from Margaret O’Brien skipping Snell. Conversions – Ashton Rush Kate Smith and Vivien De La Cruz.. 23-16. Refs Player of the day – Alani Snell Petal Jones skipping Annie Pledger and Shae won Junior B’s – NI Optical Maroons 34 defeated from Libby Churchyard skipping Chrissy Pauling and Avoca Painting Blues 28. Keeley ( a big welcome to Wednesday bowls Keeley) Try scorers for the Maroons – Regan Christian x .... 28-9. 2, Kya Snell x 2, Jude Wakefield, Will Buffett, Kai Socially...... Essie Sanchez skipping Graham Woolley McKenzie. Conversions – Kya Snell x 3 and Tess Evans won from Kitha Bailey skipping Norm Try scorers for the Blues – Saxon Snell x 3, Brayden Trickey and Teddy Evans...... 14-12. Adams x 2, Kai McKenzie. Conversions – Nathaniel NOTICES. Kalsrap x 2 The Mens Triples Championships commence today Refs Player of the day – Will Buffett 25th. Junior A’s – NI Moving & Storage Blues 32 Tomorrow Sunday 26th is Closing and Opening defeated Island Plumbing & Gas Reds 24. Day. Mixed Social bowls will be played ( Uniforms Try scorers for the Blues – Tiaan Christian x 3, please.) Names in by 1-30 for a 2pm start. This will Reuben Coombes x 2, Adam Buffett. Conversions be followed by afternoon tea and members please –Tiaan Christian x 2, Adam Buffett x 2 bring a plate The annual prize giving will also take Try scorers for the Reds – Mark Kalsrap x 3, place. Dominic Evans, Reece Jackson, Lenny Buffett. INEY. Refs Player of the day – Lucian Forsyth

Game times for Sunday 26th July.

Field 1 – Government House End Midget B’s training 12:00pm Midget B’s Game 1 – Blues V Greens 12:30pm Midget B’s Game 2 – Golds V Reds 1:00pm Midget A’s – Blues V Gold’s 1:30pm Field 2 – Bounty Street End. Junior A’s – Reds V Blues 12:00pm Avoca Junior B’s – Blues V Maroons 1:00pm *Could Midget A’s, Junior B’s & Junior A’s be there 15 minutes before kickoff* Painting Coomera Cutters V NI Rep Team news. �� There will be a meeting for all parents and kids �� that are interested in representing Norfolk Island in �� the upcoming games against the Coomera Cutters in �� September. Come along to the Leagues Club today, �� Saturday 25th July at 4pm to meet the coaching staff and to discuss the upcoming Rep training program. �� What’s on at

TheTHIS WEEK Theatrethe former flame, now an accomplished femme fatale, shows up in Buenos Aires in the middle of the high- stakes race car circuit. In the midst of Nicky’s latest, very dangerous scheme she is an unwanted distraction, throwing his plans for a loop ..... and the consummate con man off his game. Rated MA

COMING SOON

The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel The animated movie Home, Pitch Perfect 2.

ON WEDNESDAYS AT 4.45PM

The historical play The Trial of the Fifteen Presented by the Norfolk Island Museums. Bookings are essential and should be made at the Visitors Information Centre

DVDs ARE AVAILABLE FOR HIRE AT WORLD TRADERS We have those you may have missed at the movies plus many more.

Kingsman: The Secret Service An action/adventure/comedy with Colin Firth, MOVIE TIMES Samuel L. Jackson, Taron Egerton, Michael Caine, Mark Strong KINGSMAN : The Secret Service A spy organisation recruits an unrefined, but (MA15+) 2hrs 05 mins promising, street kid into the agency’s ultra-competitive training program, transforming him into a bespoke Saturday, 25 July 7.30 pm tailored spy, complete with bullet-proof brolly, just Sunday, 26 July 5.30 pm as a global threat emerges from a twisted billionaire technological genius. Rated MA Sparkling with FOCUS (MA15+) 1 hr 44 mins energy and an abundance of ideas, this is a wild joy ride of a spy movie in which laughs, tension, surprises Friday, 31 July 7.30 pm and action jostle for attention. Saturday, 1 August 7.30 pm Sunday, 2 August 5.30 pm FROM 1 AUGUST (subject to the arrival of the movie) Adults $14 - Children (under 15) $7 Focus Children must be accompanied by an adult A crime/comedy starring Will Smith, Margot Robbie (cash only please) and Rodrigo Santoro. Comfy armchairs - snack and licensed bar Nicky is a master of misdirection who becomes involved with a novice con artist , Jess. He starts to The Ferny Lane Theatre teach her the tricks of the trade; she is a good student. Cnr Grassy Road - opposite the Hospital They begin a relationship and, as she gets too close for Enquiries 23437, 22115 (World Traders) or 50158 comfort, he abruptly breaks it off. Three years later 1 weeks to go!!

Over 35’s Rugby Festival

1st – 9th August 2015

We now only have 1 week to go till Rugby on the Rock!

Local Players and Supporters are invited to attend any or all of our functions to be held throughout the week. For those who just want to play the cost is $50 to play and $50 insurance. All Players must be Registered and Insured to play.

If you would like to play or attend any of our functions please give your money, name and numbers to Jill at the Hospital or Raewynne at Christian-Bailey Agencies by Thursday 30th July. We need numbers for catering and insurance

We are continuing to play touch footy on Thursdays at 5pm and Sundays at 3.30pm. Money and Numbers can be paid to a committee member at footy on Thursday, 30th July.

Hope to see you all there! Over 35’s Rugby Festival 1st – 9th August 2015 Programme

Saturday 1st August Registration, Meet and Greet Aussie and Norfolk Teams at NI Leagues Club 5.30pm. Band and some nibbles supplied.

Sunday 2nd August Meet and Greet Kiwi Teams, Registration at Accommodation.

Opening Ceremony 5pm at Paradise Hotel Beer, Wine, Nibbles & Entertainment. Drinks supplied for limited time then full bar facilities available. Local Cost $50.00 pp. Wallabies legend Chris ‘Budha’ Handy will be in attendance

Monday 3rd August Game Day at Kingston Oval 1.30pm Bar Facilities and Food Available (Se Moosa Bus, Blue Bull and Castaway Pizza’s) from 12.30pm

Tuesday 4th August Free Day

5pm Island Fish Fry included in Visitor Package, locals may book and pay at Burnt Pine Travel.

Wednesday 5th August Game Day at Kingston Oval 1.30pm Bar Facilities and Food Available (Blue Bull, Castaway Pizza’s and Se Moosa Bus) from 12.30pm.

Pizza and Kareoke at Castaway from 6.30pm Everyone welcome at your own cost.

Thursday 6th August Free Day and Night for golf, fishing, tours, dinner etc. Bare Foot Bowls or Netball – Optional Extra Cost

Friday 7th August Game Day at Kingston Oval 1.30pm Bar Facilities and Food Available (Castaway Pizza’s, Se Moosa Bus and Blue Bull) from 12.30pm

Closing Ceremony 6.00pm at Rawson Hall Beer, Wine, 2 Course Buffet Dinner and Entertainment. Drinks supplied for limited time, then full bar facilities. Local Cost $75.00 pp

Saturday 8th August Farewell Aussies in the afternoon

Afternoon Farewell Drinks and Nibbles for Kiwi’s and anyone else at NI Leagues Club. The Bledisloe Cup is being played, and some nibbled supplied 5.30pm start

Sunday 9th August Farewell Kiwi’s in the morning! A Fun Week For All To Enjoy! competing. Tee off times are 8.30am and 1pm. Players are asked to have their cards to the match committee no later than 15 mins prior to tee off. Any visiting golfers with an official club handicap are always welcome to come down and play. Next week’s golf : Tuesday - Veterans 9 holes 3pm The Norfolk Island Golf Club Wednesday - Individual Stableford 1pm The Golf Report Friday - Cascade Motors & Tegal Chook Last Saturday’s golf was postponed to Sunday with run - very social 9 holes anytime respect to the O’Sullivan Family. This was the final of Saturday - The Olive Cafe Monthly Medal & the TAB Teams Trophy Rd 4 and a combined Stroke Lisner Trophy Rd 8. event. Many thanks to Piers Morgan and the Norfolk The Golf Club is open daily from 11am so why not TAB for their valued sponsorship. come down and enjoy a refreshing drink while enjoying The winners on the day were Ian Kiernan and Lisle the view from the clubhouse veranda or lunch from 12 Snell with a nett 145. Mal Tarrant and Ginny Walker - 2pm Monday to Friday. on 146 nett came in 2nd on a c/b from Jason Ellem and Sunday you can enjoy afternoon tea $12.50 p/p Fred Howe also with 146 and Chris Magri and Diesel or pre - book for High Tea $30.00 p/p between 1.30 4th on 147. & 4.30pm. To pre-book for High Tea ring Natalie of Pro-Pin 4th was claimed by Hadyn [Teddy] Evans, Sweet Pea Bakery on 51476. the All in 9/18th to Lance Miller, the Ladies 2nd shot Finally a “Golf Thought for the Day” ...... Life to 7/16th Naomi Thompson and men’s 2nd shot to is too short to be serious all the time. So if you cannot 2/11th was Diesel. laugh at yourself call me, I will laugh at you. The overall result after 4 rd’s of the TAB Trophy Good golfing everyone. went to Ian Kiernan and Lisle Snell with 23 pt’s from ‘Squirrel.’ 3 rd’s. Chris Magri and Diesel were 2nd with 20 pt’s and Jason Ellem and Jason Quintal 3rd on 19 pt’s.

Congratulations to Ian and Lisle with� � consistency�� being the key to their success. �� The elusive “Island Plumbing & Netball Gas Putt Off” keeps rising and will be �� worth $300 today. �� Wednesday’s golf was the Annual �� ‘Sunshine Club Charity Day’, an Individual Stableford event. Sadly, � ��

probably due to the uncertainty of �� the weather, it was a disappointing �� field for a very deserving charity. A �� big thanks to those that did play and

the winner on the day was another �� ‘evergreen’ of the club Arty Keeping ��

with an honest 36 pt’s. 2nd place �� went to Cameron Feldman on 35pt’s. The ball run down went to 32pt’s �� which coincidentally happened to be �� dogged Errol Wilson. The Pro Pin 4th �� was taken out by Cameron Feldman

once again. �� Welcome home to our Pacific �� Games Teams members (excluding �� Shano and Scotty who will return �� later in the year). Congratulations once again to Tommy Greenwood, Beau Magri, Shane Evans, Scotty �� Greenwood and David Magri who represented us in PNG! �� Today’s golf is the Holden �� Scramble Practise Day and if you � �� are not in a team yet please come �� down and get into a team as it is �� important for the qualifying rules for � �� the National Holden scramble that we �� have a minimum number of players

�� Cheryl Tennis News Nessa & Jude had a clean sweep 6/0 in their challenge. Last weekend the Australian Davis Cup challenge This week in Round 3 Team 6 plays Team 4, Team 2 against Kazakhstan was a roller coaster as the team meets Team 3 and Team 1 is up against Team 5. Could regrouped and morphed after disappointing losses in players please try to find your own replacements if both singles matches on Friday. Hewitt- dubbed ‘The necessary, or contact Danny early on 50524. He would Old Warhorse’, combined well with Sam Groth- of the also like to hear from anyone interested in making up mighty serve and volley- to rescue the Doubles rubber teams for Monday night. and keep the tie alive; and then the pair were put on in The Shoot-out has also been postponed to the the reverse singles and amazingly both won in heroic 15th August- so that gives you a chance to suss out fashion. Truly, it’s never over til it’s over!! What a a partner and join in to make the most of a fun fund- lesson in persistence and determination for the so- raising event. called ‘young guns’. Mavis Cup matches are currently on hold and will Two of our ‘young uns’- Will Partridge and Courtney start up again soon. Grube -have recently been back to Albany in New Thursday Night Social Visitors and casual players Zealand, playing for further tournament practice as are invited to join a regular group who always enjoy part of their preparation for the Youth games in Samoa. their tennis. Racquets available to borrow. Courtney spoke of the almost freezing conditions at Court Hire Visitors and non-members are welcome 1 degree! Not easy to warm up and play your best, to come and play during the day at a cost of $16 per especially when you’re drawn against a top seed, but hour – Night $18. However Members have FREE use she battled on and enjoyed the friendships revived. of the courts during the day and $12 per hour in the Will enjoyed his tournament- although playing against evenings if there is no comp. Please use the Honesty the Number 2 and Number 3 seeds he did not give in Box if courts are unattended. easily, and took both to 6/4, 6/4 -one of those matches Ball Machine Hire Should you wish to hire the being a really long close encounter. Will was happy Ball Machine to help develop your skills, cost to with how he played, and both felt it was a worthwhile Members is $6 per half-hour, $10 per hour; and Non- experience. Well done you two! Members $15 for half an hour and $25 per hour. Tonight at Governor’s Lodge from 6pm for 6.30, Contact the Gas Centre 22419 to make we are looking forward to the annual presentation arrangements. of perpetual trophies to winners of the Club VENUE FOR HIRE Our facilities are ideal for Championships, Tourist Minister’s Trophy events, many social occasions with beautiful courts, bar and & Girlie Nobbs Gala Day. This is the opportunity to kitchen so phone the Gas Centre and leave a message acknowledge the top players and their achievements if you would like to arrange a function, or call up to the over the year. courts during a comp night. Tomorrow, Sunday, from 2 pm the postponed Tourist Minister’s Mixed Doubles will be played and we hope the weather holds good so we can complete our annual NORFOLK FITNESS AND HEALTH NEWS fixtures before a new Tennis Year commences after the AGM on 19th August. Members, please come along LORNA JANE ACTIVE WEAR and give some thought to how we can keep tennis thriving. 50% OFF SALE!! 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The Norfolk Islander Your Island Newspaperpaper Published by Greenways Press Pty Limited Email - [email protected] P.O. Box 248 Norfolk Island 2899 WEEKLY CIRCULATION South Paciﬁ c Local Distribution - 1360 Telephone (Int +6723) 22159 International Subscriptions - 120 Facsimile (Int +6723) 22948 EDITORIAL Tom Lloyd Jonno Snell and Tom Lloyd (Int +6723) 23725 Email - [email protected] ON-CALL PHOTOGRAPHER / ACCOUNTS Jo Snell HOURS Monday to Friday. 8.30am - 4.30pm. PROPRIETORS - Jo, Jonno and Croyden Snell. Lunch 1.00pm - 2.00pm. Subscriptions Welcome - Visit: www.norfolkislander.com The views and opinions expressed throughout The Norfolk Islander are not necessarily those of the Editors. Norfolk Blue Restaurant (next to the old fig trees THE NORFOLK ISLAND MENTAL HEALTH at 100 Acre Farm) is open for dinner every evening SUPPORT GROUP is holding their AGM on (except Tuesday & Sunday) from 6pm and for lunch Wednesday 5 August 2015 at the Mawson Units on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 12 noon (Hospital Grounds) at 5.15pm. All interested persons with our Farm Tours by arrangement – Tel 22068 . are encouraged to attend. The Blue Bull Café is open Monday to Friday (except The next meeting of the NORFOLK ISLAND Wednesday) from 9.30am for lunches & dinner; HISTORICAL SOCIETY, Will be held at ‘Christians Saturday & Sunday from 11.30am. Home Meals Cave’ at 5.30 pm on Friday 31st July. Special guest available from The Blue Bull Tel 23456. speaker will be Mike Adams. Mike and his wife Sue recently settled on Norfolk LITTLE SINGAPORE CAFE AND TAKEAWAY is Island from the USA, having retired from a career open from Monday to Saturday for Smoko, Brunch in various educational institutions. Prior to moving and Lunch from 8am - 4pm. Coffee from 8am - 6pm. here, Mike, under the auspices of the Chetco Valley Dinner from 4pm to 8pm. Bookings not essential but Historical Society researched for several years preferred, especially for groups. We are located at the the history of that area of oregon, and produced a considerable publication full of many previously untold Strand Arcade, Taylor’s Road. Phone 22426. (Opposite facts and illustrations. Make sure you attend to hear a Pete’s Place) little more of Mike’s travels, Australian connections, and ideas of researching Norfolk’s history. GOVERNOR’S has it all covered – Breakfast daily Any enquiries to hon sec. Ron.Edwards. 23621. 7.30-9.30am continental buffet $12.50!+ the best hot breakys on offer. Lunch daily 12.00 – 2.00pm from NORFOLK ISLAND GARDEN CLUB will be $10 to- $18!! NB: Dinner at Bailey’s Restaurant meeting at 2 PM this Sunday at the Botanical Gardens. will be closed for 6 weeks over winter (dinner only). All members, guests and visitors welcome to attend. LOUNGE BAR open in Reception 8.00am-6.00pm For further information contact Paul on 23431 DAILY: toasties, soup, scones, coffees, wine, beer and

more. What are you waiting for?

HOUSIE every Monday night at Paradise Hotel 7p.m. Lions Club of Arthurs Vale ��

CAT BOARDING, Going away? need somewhere your cat/s can stay? Cat Boarding Kennels where there is plenty �� of room to move, scratch and play. Call Cassie 55191. �� CARE NORFOLK INC. Providing in-home domestic �� care, social support and minor home safety modifications. �� All enquiries to Liat Baddock on 52696. ��

IF YOU NEED A FOODCARE VOUCHER please �� contact Foodcare on 22201 or 22348.

DINO’S RESTAURANT at Bumboras is closed at the moment and will REOPEN ON 30th JULY. Phone LAT.29004’S LONG. 167056’E 24225 to reserve your table. NORFOLK ISLAND THE FLU VACCINATIONS are available at the TASMAN SEA hospital, Outpatients Department. You will need to TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS phone 22091 and make an appointment. HIGH Hgt LOW Hgt MEETINGS AND AGMS Saturday 25th 3.03pm 1.3 8.35am 0.5 Sunday 26th 4.16pm 1.3 9.33am 0.5 The NORFOLK ISLAND MARITIME Monday 27th 5.21pm 1.3 10.35am 0.5 ARCHAEOLOGY ASSOCIATION (NIMAA) is Tuesday 28th 5.17am 1.3 11.37am 0.4 holding its AGM at 5:15pm on Monday 27th July 2015 Wednesday 29th 6.16am 1.4 12.30pm 0.3 at the Paradise Hotel & Resort. Anyone interested in Thursday 30th 7.10am 1.4 1.20pm 0.2 Norfolk Island’s maritime heritage is encouraged to attend. Further information please phone Ric on Friday 31st 7.59am 1.5 2.07pm 0.2 56570. Saturday 1st 8.46am 1.6 2.52am 0.1 NORFOLK ISLAND

Norfolk Island Government Gazette

- 111 - NORFOLK ISLAND GOVERNMENT GAZETTE NO. 37 Friday 24 July 2015

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NORFOLK ISLAND PROBATE JURISDICTION In the estate of PATRICIA JEAN BUFFETT, late of Grassy Road, Norfolk Island, deceased NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR PROBATE We, RHONDA EVELYN GRIFFITHS and CARA LOUISE BUFFETT, intend to apply to the Court not less than 14 days, and not more than 3 months, after the day this notice is published for probate of the will dated 24 March 2014 of the deceased person to be granted to us.

All documents in relation to the estate may be served on us at the following address for service: McIntyres Lawyers Taylors Road Norfolk Island.

Creditors of the estate are required to send particulars of their claims to the address for service.

Dated 22 July 2015 RHONDA EVELYN GRIFFITHS AND CARA LOUISE BUFFETT

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NORFOLK ISLAND PROBATE JURISDICTION In the estate of STEPHEN ENOCH NOBBS, late of Grassy Road, Norfolk Island, deceased NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR PROBATE I, JOHN STEPHEN NOBBS, intend to apply to the Court not less than 14 days, and not more than 3 months, after the day this notice is published for probate of the will dated 29 April 2003 of the deceased person to be granted to me.

All documents in relation to the estate may be served on me at the following address for service: McIntyres Lawyers Taylors Road Norfolk Island.

Creditors of the estate are required to send particulars of their claims to the address for service.

Dated 22 July 2015 JOHN STEPHEN NOBBS

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NORFOLK ISLAND PROBATE JURISDICTION In the estate of JOYCE LODGE, late of “The Acre”, Middlegate, Norfolk Island, deceased NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR PROBATE I, ASHLEY ANDREW BATHGATE, intend to apply to the Court not less than 14 days, and not more than 3 months, after the day this notice is published for probate of the will dated 22 March 2007 of the deceased person to be granted to me.

All documents in relation to the estate may be served on me at the following address for service: McIntyres Lawyers Taylors Road Norfolk Island.

Creditors of the estate are required to send particulars of their claims to the address for service.

Dated 22 July 2015

ASHLEY ANDREW BATHGATE BY HIS ATTORNEY JOHN TERENCE BROWN - 112 - NORFOLK ISLAND GOVERNMENT GAZETTE NO. 37 Friday 24 July 2015

LAND TITLES ACT 1996 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TITLES Application has been made in accordance with section 133 of the Land Titles Act 1996 for registration of titles in respect of the land specified hereunder.

APPLICANT LOT SECTION PORTION LOCATION R.D. Mance 2 24 136n Selwyn Pine Road

An application under section 133 of the Act is made for the purpose of bringing land under the Guaranteed Titles system. Further information about the above land may be obtained from the Land Titles Office situated on the ground floor of the Administration Offices, Kingston.

Submissions about the title to the above land are invited within 14 days after the publication of this notice and should be lodged at the Land Titles Office. ALLEN BATAILLE REGISTRAR OF TITLES

LAND TITLES ACT 1996 INTENTION TO REGISTER TITLE Notice is hereby given pursuant to section 141 of the Land Titles Act 1996 that it is my intention to register title in respect of the land specified below:

APPLICANT LOT SECTION PORTION LOCATION A.M. Gondon 109 2 34m Martins Road G.G. Parsons & D.J. Parsons 79 7 46b3 Stockyard Road G.G. Parsons & D.J. Parsons 80 7 46b4 Stockyard Road

A person may apply to the Administrative Review Tribunal for a review of my decision during the period of 30 days after the publication of this notice.

The proposed certificate of title in respect of the above land may be inspected at the Office of Registrar of Titles during normal working hours.

On registration of title in respect of the above land, the interests in the land described in the Register are indefeasible as against any unregistered interests (other than interests recorded in a Registrar’s minute in relation to the land).

ALLEN BATAILLE REGISTRAR OF TITLES

***** Come Worship With Us. CHURCH OF ENGLAND NORFOLK ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Reverend David Fell. Christian Outreach Rectory: Headstone Road Telephone: 22293 / 53040 Pastors Matt and Gail Nola https://norfolkislandchurchofengland.wordpress.com Telephone 22606 SUNDAY SERVICES 8.30am St Barnabas Chapel - ***Visitors most welcome*** Communion Service with children’s proggramme followed SUNDAY NIGHT Service 6pm - 46 New Cascade Road by morning tea (Morning Prayer Service first Sunday of the WEDNESDAY NIGHT Bible Study 6:30pm Ph: 22606 month). 4.30pm Evening Prayer and Sing Along at All Saints Church Kingston. 10.00am Morning Worship on first Sunday ST. PHILIP HOWARD CATHOLIC CHURCH of each month at All Saints Church Kingston. 9.45am Radio Queen Elizabeth Avenue Telephone 22763 Programme on VL2NI AM band. Administrator Father Paul Hilder Other Activities School Scripture - each Wednesday at Parish Council President - Dave Porter, for Baptism, 1.30pm during term. Ecumenical Prayer Time - every second First Communion and Weddings please contact Dave 22162. Tuesday 7.30am Rosary - Sunday 8.30am (Preceding Mass) We are the church of the “open door”. Our two historic MASS - SUNDAY 9.00am buildings All Saints Kingston and St. Barnabas Mission Piety Stall open before and after Sunday Mass. Chapel are open 24 hours for sightseeing, quiet reflection, and prayer. UNITING CHURCH Rev. Hendrika de Nys Telephone: 22179 SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH “I will sing praise to you. LORD, you are my God;” Pastor Dion Fourie (Psalm 30:12) Manse and Church: New Cascade Road. Tel 22201 SUNDAY 26th at 10am: Pitcairn Praise Service. Everyone email: [email protected] is welcome to come to join in the singing of favourite hymns Website: www.norfolkisland.gscadventist.org.au and to stay for morning tea afterwards. OPEN ON MONDAYS ONLY, 2: 00 TO 4: 00 PM. South TUESDAYS at 4 pm: Radio Programme on VL2NI in Pacific Display Centre is open to Tourists and all interested the AM Band persons. OPPORTUNITY SHOP TUESDAY 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm: Ladies Arts and Crafts The Opportunity Shop sells time. 7:15 pm Bible Study and Prayer fellowship Good clean clothes, Small household items, THURSDAY : 5:00 pm Radio Programme on Radio Bibles, “Hymns of Norfolk Island” books Norfolk Uniting Church Souvenir Magnets SATURDAY: Sabbath Services: 9:30 am Sabbath School Norfolk Island CDs and Bible Study for all ages. 11:00 am. Divine Service- Solid HOURS- Monday to Friday: 9 am to 12 Noon Bible preaching Thursday and Friday: 2 pm to 4pm; VISITORS AND SEARCHERS - Always welcome for Saturday: 10 am to 12 Noon worship and fellowship, with God our Maker and Life. Closed Public Holidays SOUTH PACIFIC DISPLAY CENTRE – Tourist Attraction Best of its kind in the South Pacific – South Pacific Artefacts Including Significant Pitcairn Items on display Open on Mondays only, 2: 00 to 4: 00 pm. Admission $2:00 COMBINED CHURCHES (Ministers Fraternal) ACTIVITIES PRAYER MEETING -7:30am every 2nd Tuesday –Phone 22606 for details. SCHOOL SCRIPTURE -1pm Wednesdays

METEOROLOGICAL DATA JULY 2015 DAY DATE M.S.L.Press TEMP. WIND RAIN SUNSHINE (hpa) 9am MAX. MIN Dir’n KNOTS TIME Thursday 16th 1021.1 19.2 13.3 SSE 12 1452 0.4 8.0 Friday 17th 1018.3 18.5 13.3 NNE 31 2211 1.0 0.1 Saturday 18th 1012.1 19.4 15.9 WNW 35 1121 27.8 7.7 Sunday 19th 1019.7 17.1 14.9 SW 34 0300 Trace 7.6 Monday 20th 1026.2 16.3 11.7 S 20 0521 0.8 5.5 Tuesday 21st 1028.8 17.3 12.7 ESE 26 2128 2.8 5.4 Wednesday 22nd 1030.6 18.5 14.0 E 25 0149 0.6 7.9 MONTHLY MEANS FOR JULY. (All Years) RAINFALL SO FAR FOR JULY : 88.6mm MEAN MAX TEMP (oc) : 18.3 RAINFALL FOR 2015 TO DATE : 548.8mm MEAN MIN TEMP (oc) : 13.6 MEAN ANNUAL RAINFALL : 1293.4mm DAILY SUNSHINE (Hours) : 5.9 AVERAGE JULY RAINFALL : 141.5mm AVE 1 JAN TO END JULY : 825.9 Rainfall measured 9am - 9am the following day