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SHOWCASING the engaging as ever. talent we have in our re- of Dinner Under the Stars, Tickets for events such Need someone to talk to? best of the Barkly’s Held over four days from gion and the tremendous including a burlesque- as Dinner Under the Stars, Call our Counsellor creative talents and Saturday to Monday, 3-6 community spirit when we themed night where partic- the Culture Tour, Silent providing memorable August, this year’s festival come together.” ipants will be entertained Discos and BAMFest can and exciting experi- focuses on the theme of There is a hefty line- by a burlesque troupe, a also be purchased online. ences for all ages, the ‘Place and Belonging.’ up of musical and artist comedy night featuring Kathy encouraged those 1800 114 904 Barkly Regional Arts BRA Artistic Director performances, fun and comedian Damien Power, who are interested in at- We provide private & confidential (BRA) 29th Desert Kathy Burns’ vision for informative workshops, and a night accompanied tending to make sure they service for all women. Harmony Festival is the Festival is to see it and cultural experiences. by the voices of talented purchase their tickets be- set to be as fun and contribute to a healthier Children under 12 will musicians Deb Morrow fore the festival starts, so community, strengthen have a ball in the Pikka and Warren H. Williams. as to avoid long wait times community activity and Pikka-ka Space where A must-see ballet per- at the entry gates. create a positive profile of they can enjoy arts and fomance, ‘Madame But- There is only a small the region. music workshops, games, terfly’, brought by Artistic handful of volunteers from “We live in an environ- healthy snacks, and be Director of Melbourne the community, and more ment of extremes,” said entertained by their own City Ballet, Michael Pap- would be greatly wel- Kathy. live DJ. palardo, will feature local comed. “Our region matters and Young people aged 13-17 artists in the production. For more details, to pur- the people in our region can learn hip hop dancing, Entry tickets are priced chase tickets or register matter, so the Festival join dance battles, make at $5 which covers all as a volunteer, visit the becomes an annual cata- music, and much more in four days of the event and festival website at www. MARLOW CANETE lyst of inspiration as we the Yawirri Space. are available to purchase desertharmonyfestival. & ASSOCIATES recognise the enormous There will be four nights online. com.

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THONG RITES: Derek Zhu, Mark Keyworth, Brian Curran, Renjith CWA Hall, Noble St, Tennant Creek Jose, Councillor Jeffrey Mclaughlin and Mayor Steve Edgington. New citizens for the Barkly FOLLOWED BY DAILY CLASSES UNTIL THE Barkly region is now home of thongs – for each new Aussie. MONDAY 13 AUGUST 2018 to four new Aussies following an The four new Aussies came from all Australian Citizenship Ceremony corners of the globe – Ireland, England, Classes start 9.30am – 4pm daily with a ½ hour lunch this week. India and China – before each made the For those who have not ever used a Rotary Cutter, Ruler and Mat before, please be at CWA by 9am Barkly Regional Council Mayor Steve Barkly their home. Brian, Renjith and for a demo and practice before the classes start to familiarise yourself with the tools required. Edgington officially swore in Brian Derek all live and work in Tennant Creek Curran, Mark Keyworth, Renjith Kollak- with Mark based in Elliott. kombil Jose and Derek Zhu as Australian In the Mayor’s introduction to all four Each Class attracts a Fee of $50 per class per person set by the Trainer. citizens in front of family, friends and new citizens, he said making the Austra- peers in the Council Chambers on Tues- lian Citizenship Pledge was the final step Class Fees are for each class you register for and does not include day, 24 July. in their migration story. or cover the costs of your equipment, cutting boards, rotary “I am proud to formally welcome our “By becoming an Australian citizen, new Australian citizens, and welcome you are joining our unique national com- cutters, sewing machines and the material that you will need to them all to be part of the Barkly community,” he told them. purchase to make your quilts and other products. munity,” the Mayor said. “Our country has been built on the com- Richard James presented the Welcome bined contributions of our Indigenous to Country with Councillors Kris Civi- people and those who came later from REGISTER YOUR INTEREST BY TUESDAY 31st JULY tarese and Sid Vashist in attendance to all over the world. celebrate this special occasion. “Our stability, our culture and our laws [email protected] Cr Jeffrey McLaughlin read the citizen- have been shaped by our history. By join- Email for a Workshop Program or for more information, contact Jenny Kitching on 0428 815 714. ship message on behalf of the Minister ing the Australian community you will for Immigration Peter Dutton and after inherit this history and you will be in a the official proceedings brought laughter position to contribute to it. Congratula- to everyone with a surprise gift – a pair tions and welcome.”

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Photo by William Thomson A UNITED COUNCIL: Minister for Indigenous Affairs Nigel Scullion, Cr Ronald Plummer, Cr Ray Aylett, Cr Jeffrey McLaughlin, Cr Kris Civitarese, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, Mayor Steve Edgington, Cr Hal Ruger, Cr Sid Vashist and Barkly Regional Council CEO Steve Moore. Barkly ‘regional deal’ given green light during PM visit he Barkly Regional Council is thrilled with the Prime Minister’s announcement of a ‘Regional Deal’ for Tennant Creek and the wider Barkly region. TLast month I outlined in my column how we took the opportunity to propose a ‘Regional Deal’ after Malcolm Turnbull invited a Council delegation to his office in June. A group of us - Councillors Kris Civitarese, Ronald Plummer and Ray Aylett - were attending the 2018 Na- tional General Assembly of Local Government in Can- berra when the invite came and we were heartened by his interest in the issues in Tennant Creek. Photo by William Thomson Now that the Prime Minister has visited Tennant Creek l and spoken to and listened to different organisations l Mayor Steve Edgington and PM Malcolm Turnbull. Elder Dick Foster, Prime Minister Malcolm and local people it is time to commence the process of Turnbull, Minister for Indigenous Affairs Nigel identifying the key objectives and actions required for forward for Tennant Creek and the Barkly region. Scullion and Traditional Owner Ronald Plummer. the preparation of a Social and Economic Development It also provided an important opening for greater coordi- Plan. nation and collaboration between the three tiers of gov- All of our Councillors - Jeffrey McLaughlin, Kris Civi- The 24-hour visit was a fantastic opportunity for all ernment, combined Aboriginal organisations, the newly tarese, Sid Vashist, Ray Aylett, Ronald Plummer, Hal three levels of government – Commonwealth, Territory established Cultural Authority Group, and the business Ruger, Noel Hayes, Lucy Jackson, Jack Clubb, Jenny and Council - to continue discussions about a pathway and non-government sector to enable real outcomes for Mahoney, Jane Evans and Ricky Holmes - are work- the region under a local Management Structure. ing tirelessly in the best interests of this region, and will We must do everything we can to improve child safety continue to do so. and protection as well as increase housing and reduce Special thanks must go to the Minister for Indigenous unemployment in the town and the greater region. Affairs Nigel Scullion and the Minister for Social Ser- We must also grab the chance to develop Tennant vices Dan Tehan for their ongoing support and to the Creek and the Barkly region as a mining, minerals and Chief Minister Michael Gunner, Minister for Housing and gas services and supply centre that will help deliver new Community Development Gerry McCarthy and Minister industries and business prospects, new social and eco- for Territory Families Dale Wakefield for supporting the nomic infrastructure as well as vital employment oppor- Council’s idea of a ‘Regional Deal’. tunities. There is still plenty of work to do and further discus- We believe this ‘Regional Deal’, which may include re- sions to occur but we are all definitely moving in the right duced payroll tax and rapid asset depreciation for larger direction. businesses to attract industry and investment, could With everyone working together, we can make Tennant l Mayor Steve Edgington addresses the Regional provide a solution to the region’s social and economic Creek and the Barkly region the preferred place to live, Economic Development Committee (REDC). problems. work, visit and invest in. Meet Councillor Jennifer Mahoney WHAT’S NEW... Jennifer Mahoney joined Barkly Regional Council in May l Council has received $1.45 million from three tiers of government, industry and the 2012 and after the elections the Territory Government for a street- not-for-profit sector to maximise impact. in August 2017 is now in her scape project in Tennant Creek. The second term. l Council is set to receive $9 million from beautification package includes Paterson Born and bred in Alpurrurulam, the Territory Government to upgrade facili- Street, Davidson Walk and Peko Road. Cr. Mahoney represents the ties at Purkiss Reserve. The grant money Council will soon establish a Project Con- Alpurrurulam Ward. She has will be held by the NTG’s Department of In- trol Group with the Department of Infra- held various governance frastructure, Planning and Logistics (DIPL) structure, Planning and Logistics (DIPL) positions, including serving on under a Recoverable Works Agreement to to commence consultation with business the Local Authority, and is keen upgrade Purkiss Reserve in accordance owners and to focus on ensuring local jobs for the needs of the community with priorities identified by the Purkiss Re- for local people and local opportunities for to be heard. serve Consultative Committee and to be local business. Cr. Mahoney wants to agreed to by Council. l Mayor Steve Edgington has been ap- improve the quality of life for pointed as Chair of the Regional Devel- A Project Steering Group consisting of residents, not only locally opment Australia Northern Territory (RDA representatives from the Barkly Regional but in all communities in the NT) Committee. RDA NT works to identify Council, DIPL, the Purkiss Reserve Con- Barkly. Her other major focus is and facilitate projects that contribute to sultative Committee and the Department encouraging the young ones, supporting the sustainable development of of Tourism & Culture has been formed to helping them to go for training the Northern Territory by working across all guide the project through to completion. and to bring these skills back to the community to help it grow. Working together with local communities Ali Curung, Alpurrurulam, Arlparra, Ampilatwatja, Elliott, Tennant Creek, Wutunugurra BARKLY REGIONAL COUNCIL PO Box 821, Tennant Creek NT 0861 41 Peko Road, Tennant Creek NT 0860. Tel: 08 8962 0000 Fax: 08 8962 3302 Web: http://barkly.nt.gov.au

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Regional deal lauded by PM as key to change for Tennant Creek By KTIMA HEATHCOTE PRIME Minister Malcolm Turnbull agreed that Senator berates protestor a regional deal is the way forward for social and economic change in Tennant Creek dur- A HECKLER got more ing his whirlwind 24-hour visit. than he bargained for during the Prime Minis- The proposed deal would be a larger-scale version of ter’s visit on Sunday. collaboration currently happening between local police and the newly formed Cultural Authority Group as well Malcolm Turnbull had just as bringing together federal, territory and local govern- finished his speech at Ten- ment to identify priorities for change, such as housing, nant Creek Airport with the health and education. words that he was “there to l listen” when a man in the The Prime Minister pauses to take his He said the regional deal, which would also plan crowd pushed forward and very first selfie with a macaw. economic development and ensure child safety, would read from a piece of paper. mirror city deals in place in other parts of Australia — such as Geelong in Victoria, Launceston in Tasmania “Prime Minister, where’s and Townsville in Queensland. our 20 and 50-year plan for Australia? When are we “It’s doing what people say they should do, which is going to stop selling our working together rather than criticising each other,” he infrastructure to foreigners, told a press conference on Monday. and our minerals? When are “Everyone has got good intentions, but without coor- we going to look after our dination you can be like ships going in more or less the country rather than yourself same direction but passing in the night.” and your business mates,” he He praised the quiet determination of the Cultural yelled over the top of other Authority Group, the proactiveness of police officers, onlookers. the resilience and courage of Traditional Owners, elders, The mystery man barely step back” by the Minister for community leaders and locals as well as the regional drew breath before big men Indigenous Affairs Nigel Scullion. deal proposal by Barkly Regional Council. with curly microphone leads Mr Scullion said the man had “The Barkly region is a great place to do this [deal] at the side of their necks caused offence to local people because you’ve got the combination of strong federal moved in his direction and by disrupting the welcoming cer- l Minister for Social Services Dan Tehan, Mayor involvement already, you’ve got the Territory Govern- he was told to “step back, emony. Steve Edgington and Chief Minister Michael Gunner. ment, naturally, with all its services, but you’ve also got fantastic leadership at the local government level. Continued on page 8.

l Elder Dick Foster, PM Malcolm Turnbull, Minister for Indigenous Affairs Nigel Scullion and Councillor Ronald Plummer.

l Daniel Pritchard and l TDT’s Tash Hennig and the Prime Minister. Elly Newbold with the PM.

l Ktima Heathcote and Will Thomson enjoyed a selfie with the PM. TENNANT AND DISTRICT TIMES FRIDAY 27 JULY 2018 7 prime minister’s visit The arrival

l Staunton and Butterworth families.

l Winanjji Kari Music Centre provided the audio throughout the Prime Minister’s visit. From page 7. “This is so important to have a strong local council with a clear vision, strong leadership and great engagement with the Indigenous community. So, I think there are a lot of elements here that will make this deal, not- l Nakaylah, Ronald and Hakeen withstanding all of the challenges, something that can be readily achieved.” Plummer with Mr Turnbull. The Prime Minister’s visit comes five months after the rape of a two- year-old girl put the town’s social issues and concerns over child safety in the national spotlight. It also comes after the Federal Coalition Government was criticised for its apparent lack of concern for Indigenous issues in the Northern Territory. Mr Turnbull, who is the first Prime Minister to visit the region since Mal- colm Fraser in 1982, told the hundreds of locals who came to see him arrive on Sunday “we have to map the pathways to reduce harm to children and set the framework for greater economic development for the Barkly region”. “I know Tennant Creek has had its challenges in recent times and I know you are facing these challenges head-on with great courage, leadership and collaboration.” In June, it was revealed the NT government had removed 15 children from their families around the town, when it was deemed unsafe after the l rape of the toddler in February. Social Services Minister A NT parliamentary estimates hearing was also told at least one child is Dan Tehan and Liberal candidate l Rossy Williams presents the boomerangs to sexually exploited or abused in the Territory each week. for Lingiari Jacinta Price. the Prime Minister. Turnbull said all levels of government needed to work “with First Austra- Gerry McCarthy MLA Barkly

I SINCERELY thank Prime Minister Turnbull for visiting Tennant Creek and acknowledge our Mayor, Mr Steve Edgington for facilitating the Prime Minister’s visit. The Barkly Regional Council’s success in framing a ‘Regional Deal’ with the Prime Minister is to be commended as we work towards securing additional Commonwealth funding, especially for Public Housing. The challenges facing the region need the combined efforts of all levels of Government, the Cultural Authority Group, Community Leaders, Non- Government Organisations and Families. The community’s role in child protection and family safety is critical with real change driven by the community, to be sustainable. Governments have to be mindful not to preach to the community, rather help facilitate community-driven change as we are all in this together. The Territory Labor Government has listened to the community’s voice and has been active and strategic in investing in key services for Tennant Creek including children, youth, education, housing and police. • Additional Public Sector jobs for maternal health nurses, teachers, youth officers, child protection, police, housing and two senior positions in the Chief Minister’s office l Minister for Territory Families Dale Wakefield, Mayor Steve Edgington, Prime Minister • Investing $5 million in a new BRADAAG residential rehabilitation centre Malcolm Turnbull, Chief Minister Michael Gunner and Barkly MLA Gerry McCarthy. freeing up 19 Public Housing dwellings returned to housing stock • Providing urgent repairs and re-builds for Public Housing and Community • Investing $17.5 million into Tennant Creek Tourism & Arts Trail projects Living Areas returning 13 dwellings back into stock We are matching economic and job-creating infrastructure with social infrastructure and continue • Building 13 new or replacement Public Housing dwellings over two years to work with all levels of Government, through the Tripartite Forum for Child Protection and the • Recruiting 3 Public Housing Safety Officers Barkly Regional Service Mapping Review. • Investing $515,000 for young people through the Barkly Regional Youth We are patiently awaiting the Australian Government’s additional investment, however we are Program. investing now in people and services for better education, health, housing and community safety • Building a $6.3 million Early Childhood Learning Centre in Tennant Creek to create a positive future for the Tennant Creek and Barkly community. • Installation of 12 CCTV cameras monitored in Tennant Creek • Introducing 11 Police Auxiliary Liquor Inspectors stationed in Tennant Creek • Investing $9 million into the Purkiss Reserve Sports & Recreation Master Plan Gerry McCarthy MLA • Investing $1.45 million into a Main Street upgrade Member for Barkly

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l Karen Sheldon and her Future Stars had a chance to meet and show the Prime Minister the program. lians, doing things with First Australians rather than doing things to them”. The Prime Minister spent his time with community and business leaders, and spoke to a range of locals, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, from all walks of life. He addressed a dinner at Papulu Apparr-kari’s new Language Centre, with food provided by the Future Stars Indigenous training program, before talking to Aborigi- nal women, many of whom are at the coalface of dealing with social issues in town. He rounded off the night by donning a night patrol shirt and taking to the streets with Julalikari’s pilot Youth Patrol team. Mr Turnbull then met with more than 100 children at the Youth Links Centre for a disco and basketball activities. “One young person after another asked me what we could do to make sure that children were safe. That has been the commitment and the question from everybody l l we’ve met,” he said. Jacinta, Karen and the PM. Kevin Forester and Mr Turnbull. Continued on page 10.

l Malcolm took a liking to Dion Beasley’s Cheeky Dog clothing line (above), and picked out a few for his family. Alexander Afianos served the Prime Minister, pictured with BP co-owner Richard Dodd (below).

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l Malcolm, the master of selfies - captures Liberals Lingiari candidate Jacinta Price,Athol Scrutton, Federal Minister for Indigenous Affairs Nigel Scullion and Elizabeth, Jim and Sylvia Phillips in the frame. From page 9. change has to come from within and Tennant Mr Turnbull, who also met with local police, Creek has proved it is determined to do what- the Regional Economic Development Commit- ever it takes to heal the past and make positive tee, Barkly Regional Alcohol and Drug Abuse changes for the sake of our children and the Advisory Group and the Cultural Authority wider community,” he said. Group, said during his visit he thought the “sin- “It is pleasing to see that there is widespread gle biggest issue” was the shortage of housing support for the community and I commend in Tennant Creek. everyone who has put politics and personalities Recently, NT Housing Minister Gerry Mc- aside for a common goal.” Carthy told the ABC the Government had built NT Chief Minister Michael Gunner said during three houses in the town so far this year and the visit that every Territory kid had a right to would complete another nine by the end of 2018. grow up happy, healthy and safe. Mr McCarthy said he appreciated Prime Min- “It’s important we do everything we can to ister Turnbull’s interest in Tennant Creek and ensure those kids growing up here get a good commitment to making the town a better and education and have jobs available for them at safer place, particularly for children. the end of that, so that plan will be a social and “The future of our community and our country economic one,” he said of the regional deal. is totally dependent on the younger generation He said a tripartite committee would be looking so it is imperative they grow up to be healthy, at “the heart of this issue of where the money l Nathan Borisi, sister Alena and daughter Merewai Nadroi well-educated, resilient, confident and high- is being spent, where it needs to be better fo- weren’t expecting to meet and talk with the Prime spirited,” he said. cused”, and like the Prime Minister pledged to Minister when they dropped into Red Rooster for lunch. Mr McCarthy said effective and lasting change “crash through silos”. had to be community-driven. “Incentive for Continued on page 13. Media pack told off! THEY came. They saw, but the visiting media pack failed to conquer locals at the Prime Minister’s welcoming ceremony. On arrival at the airport Mr Turnbull was given a welcome to country in the local Aboriginal language of Warumungu, to which he responded in the same language. He was also given two boomerangs from elders which was too good a photo opportunity for the assorted journalists, cameramen and photographers to miss. As they surged towards the lectern, they blocked the view for locals who were keeping a respectful distance. In a calm but firm voice local woman Joyce Taylor told the media mob to please move so those who lived here could see l Big day at the office for the local what was going on. Prime Minister and Cabinet’s office: Like Moses, they quietly parted at her Tony Lake, Mark Stoyles (back), DISCLAIMER: Local photographer William Thomson (front) and Tennant Times’ Tash command and the rest of Sunday passed Duane Fraser and Pauline Hampton. Hennig (not pictured) are exempt from this article. without further incident. 10 TENNANT AND DISTRICT TIMES FRIDAY 27 JULY 2018 prime minister’s visit

l Rod Wason and Member for Barkly Gerry McCarthy.

l Cr Sid Vashist, Chief Minister Michael Gunner, Traditional Owner Ronald Plummer, Cr Kris Civitarese and Mayor Steve Edgington.

l Duane Fraser and Pauline Hamptom.

l Minister for Territory Families Dale Wakefield, Mayor Edgington, PM Malcolm Turnbull, Chief Minister Michael and Barkly MLA Gerry McCarthy. l Cr Jeff McLaughlin, Dawn and Gerry l Rebecca Moore. McCarthy and A/Chief of Staff to the Chief Minister Kieran Phillips. l Deb Cain and LT (pictured left). l Karen Sheldon and her team dished up a fine dining experience (right).

l Dick and Jill Foster.

l Bonita served the Prime Minister a snack.

l Cultural Authority Group and friends: Sandra Jones, June Dawson, Ann Marie l Chief Minister Michael Gunner, Morrison, Rosemary Plummer, Pat Braun, Latahia Braun and Jai Dickenson. Cr Sid Vashist and Rose Graham. TENNANT AND DISTRICT TIMES FRIDAY 27 JULY 2018 11 prime minister’s visit CONSTRUCTING YOUR VISION

WELL READ: Michael Burton and the bound original editions of the Ten- nant Times from 1975-1982. Inset: The front page when former PM Mal- colm Fraser visited Tennant Creek. History repeats itself:36 years on BOB Burton has been an avid fol- “He said it was time for them to come lower of the Tennant & District home so when special events took place Times for the whole of its 43-year I could show people the history involved. run. “People have suggested I should charge, He collected many of the editions which but history should be free – it’s very im- he recently passed onto his son Michael portant and needs to be shown.” who shared this history snapshot with us following the second visit to town by a Bob was one of the members of the Prime Minister this week. Apex Club which founded the Tennant & District Times in 1975. The bound collection of papers include the first edition on 18 July 1975 (happy As the paper grew in popularity, it was belated birthday Tennant Times!) to 1982. sold to Lorraine McGlade, who was Edi- “I remember when my Dad would tor when Malcolm Fraser and his wife CIVIL CONSTRUCTION be putting them together [with his ex- Tammy visited in June 1982. BULK HAULAGE partner and owner Lorraine Hollitt],” Chris Afianos bought the paper the fol- said Michael. lowing year, and when she passed away MINE CONTRACTING “I used to look at them and Dad would in 1995, her daughter Jasmin continued tell me: ‘Be careful boy, one day these the paper until 2017. T+618 8962 2056 phillipsearthmoving.com.au EARTHMOVING PLANT HIRE will be yours. Last year, Tash Hennig, who had an “Dad [who is now 77 and lives in Dar- 18-year association with the local publi- win] gave them to me last year. cation, took over the reins.

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ScottKing of CountryDann prime minister’s visit

l The PM, looking dapper in hi-vis, caught a lift to Youth Links with Julalikari Night Patrol.

l Were CWA Tennant Creek’s Roddy Calvert, Helen Kempe and Nicole Civitarese revealing a secret scone recipe to Mr Turnbull?

l The team at Youth Links and local youth met with the Prime Minister. From page 10. ignores the real issues at stake and He wanted to hear what people on “I’ll never accept again that in- pays little attention to the recent the ground had to say. formation sharing is a reason why construction of the Jemena pipeline. “I followed him in the night patrol a child wasn’t in a safe place. That “This is not the first time Ten- car on Sunday night before arriving has to stop,” Mr Gunner said. nant Creek has been promised at Youth Links on Ambrose Street. The Prime Minister’s visit to Ten- jobs and growth as a solution to I couldn’t have been prouder of our nant Creek comes a month after Mr the challenges we face. The recent Youth Patrol. They did a wonder- l Helen Rose, Sylvia Kendall, Minister Dan Tehan, Len Turnbull met with Barkly Regional construction of the Northern Gas ful job. Holbrok, Kathy Muir and Noel Marsh. Council Mayor Steve Edgington pipeline saw very few local people “His visit was good for our town. and a delegation of three other employed, with little benefit for Now is the time for action.” councilors – Ronald Plummer, Kris Tennant Creek,” he said. Mr Turnbull said he was not Seniors meet with Minister Tehan Civitarese and Ray Aylett. Jesse Hancock, of Frack Free NT shocked by anything he saw in Ten- “Coming here was an opportunity Alliance, added. “The government nant Creek during his overnight stay PROMPTED by last week’s an- less card would never apply to anyone for the Prime Minister to see first- appears so fixated on their agenda to but inspired. nouncement in the Tennant over retirement age. hand some of the main social issues, help gas companies get fracking that “I’ve been inspired by the resil- Times of the imminent visit by Ms Kendall said the Minister also such as housing, child protection, they have forgotten to listen to com- ience of the community,” he said. the Prime Minister, the local briefed the seniors of the concerns over munities on the ground,” she said. alcohol abuse, education and health, “I’ve been inspired by the Cultural Senior Citizen’s Association the current dysfunction the community in Tennant Creek,” he said. One heckler, an ongoing dispute organised a meeting with the is facing. over painting the words “Corrup- Authority Group and their passion “It was also an opportunity for to ensure their mob and other people Minister for Social Services to tion, Lies and $11,000 Bribes” on discuss concerns about the “The Minister said his Government him to further discuss and support to a fence abutting nearby land and that come to live in Tennant Creek is attempting to ensure consultation the need to develop a social and are going to live here with respect. BasicsCard being rolled out disagreements over the effective- across the Barkly. and cooperation between all levels economic development plan for the “Tennant Creek is a wonderful of Government and to find solutions ness of alcohol restrictions aside, The meeting with Minister Dan town and for the region. many locals welcomed the visit. community. which will work for as many as pos- “Our Council was thrilled that “ It’s a strong community. It’s gone Tehan on Monday morning was de- sible,” she said. Linda Turner, Chair of Julalikari scribed as friendly, informative and the Prime Minister responded so Council Aboriginal Corporation, through some tough times lately. “And we pointed out we need greater quickly to the invitation we made on People in Tennant Creek feel for productive by attendee Sylvia Kendall. Cultural Implementation Facilitator Tennant Creek’s older citizens were disability access for buildings in town. behalf of everyone in Tennant Creek at Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal the family that’s involved, they are while in Canberra last month.” hurting. concerned that a BasicsCard rollout “The Minister said he was not aware Corporation and member of the would affect seniors on the age pen- of this issue and promised to look into As part of the discussions it has Cultural Advisory Group, said the “But they want people out there, been suggested that Tennant Creek other Australians out there, to know sion. the specifics, such as disability access Prime Minister’s visit was “special to the Post Office. could be turned into a mining and and positive for the people of Ten- this is a wonderful place to grow Minister Tehan said he was unaware manufacturing hub, capitalising on nant Creek”. up in, a wonderful, great place to of any plans to change the current ar- “He was of the opinion that the NDIS the onshore gas industry. “Mr Turnbull came and listened to live in. rangements for Centrelink recipients should be working to facilitate access However, not everyone agrees that the stories and the issues from the “They want to know their govern- in the Barkly . to all facilities for people with disabili- looking to mining or manufacturing people who live here. ments – local, Territory and Austra- He said the difference between the ties in the Barkly region, and that he is the answer to the complex social “A lot of people who are related to lian – believe in them. We are here BasicsCard and the cashless welfare would take this up with the appropriate and economic issues that exist. that toddler who was hurt spoke to for them, we will make sure their card was often confused and the cash- authorities.” Resident Peter Dixon says the idea the Prime Minister. He was genuine. kids have a bright future.” PAPULU APPARR-KARI LANGUAGE CENTRE

ManagementTHANK and Staff of the Papulu Apparr-Kari Language YOU Centre were pleased to host a meeting with Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, Minister for Indigenous Affairs Nigel Scullion and Minister for Social Services Dan Tehan during their visit to Tennant Creek this week. We thank them for the time they took to come to Tennant Creek to meet the people here and listen to our concerns and visions for the future. We look forward to working with the Federal and Northern Territory Governments, the Barkly Regional Council, the Cultural Authority, other non-government organisations and the wider community to pave the way to a better, safer future for our children. Together, we can make great things happen. Photo by SAHLAN HAYES.

Papulu Apparr-Kari proudly supports the following language groups: Warumungu, Warlpiri, Alyawarra, Kaytetye, Warlmanpa, Wakaya, Mudburra, Wambaya, Jingili, Kudanji, Ngarnga Binbinga, Garrawa, Yanyuwa, Waanyi, Mara

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TENNANT AND DISTRICT TIMES FRIDAY 27 JULY 2018 15 in brief news Nominate a local New store rocks the variety young achiever By CAITLIN McMAHON IT’S time to start thinking about youth with- A NEW store is adding even in the community who have demonstrated more to the choices avail- positive achievements over the last year, able to local residents. with nominations for the Northern Terri- Opened two months ago, Rock- tory Young Achiever Awards opening on ets Food & Variety Store on Pat- 30 August. erson Street offers local shoppers Created in 1990, the awards acknowledge, encour- an enticing selection of groceries, age and promote the positive achievements of young manchester, footwear, the latest Territorians 29 years old and under. in toys and novelties, clothing for men, ladies and children plus Young locals who have won awards in the past more. include: Eleanor Dixon, Clayton Namatjira, Jared Owner Ray O’Loughlin says Baldwin and Daniel Bourchier. he is committed to serving the Information on the various award categories can people of Tennant Creek in the be found at www.awardsaustralia.com/ntyaa. very long term. If you’ve already thought of a young person who “This is my personal commit- has impressed you, early nominations can be sub- ment and promise to you,” Ray mitted by calling 1300 148 228. said. “We would like to take the opportunity in thanking you for your excellent support in the short time, Funds for NT services we have been trading. “I look forward to your contin- for financially vulnerable ued support.” LOCAL service providers are invited to ap- Ray also has further plans for the ply for funding to help them support finan- premises on the horizon – an arts cially vulnerable residents to access criti- centre and a café. cal services. Local artists would be invited to work on their artwork within the Country Liberal Senator said the Turnbull Govern- building and present their pieces ment has provided $328 million grant funding for at the Arts Centre, where the art- community organisations to administer financial ists could sell their work. crisis assistance and education programs. “I want to encourage the local Applications for the Financial Wellbeing and artists within our community to Capability Activity open grants close on 22 August. come in, sit down and do their To apply visit www.grants.gov.au paintings, and sell them within the store,” Ray said. “I want them to come in and feel completely at home.” TheThe Tennant and & District District Plans for a chiller and freezer TimesTimes isis published published by byJasmin Natasha Afianos, Hennig, 139 section are also in the pipeline 139Paterson Paterson Street, TStreet,ennant plus fresh fruit and veg and TennantCreek NT Creek0860, anNTd 0860,printed andby Peter printed Baldwin, by streetwear. Photo by LINDA RENFREY. NTCarpentari News - Darwina The store is open Monday to PrintNewspapers, Centre, 112 1 PrintersCamooweal Place,Street, Friday from 9am-5pm and from PLENTY OF BLING & MORE!: Rocket’s Food & Variety’s Guilan says there is such a huge McMinnMount Isa Qld Street, 4825. 9am until midday on Saturday. variety of goods, you’ll have to drop in to check it out. Darwin NT 0800.

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THANK YOU!! Coming soon ... Owner Ray O’Loughlin thanks the following trades and services 100% MONEY BACK for helping me through the difficult times and giving their l Chiller & frozen SECTION support resulting in the completion and opening of the store: Jim GUARANTEE POLICY! l Fresh FRUIT & veg Thomas of Hayes Pty Ltd; Certification; Dexter Barnes Electrical; Lavery Plumbing; Andy the Tiler; Mick the block layer; Robert White; l Art Cafe l Street Wear Tim Wilson; Mark sexton; Dave the welder; BJ Trading and Hire; ONGOING DISCOUNTS Tennant Creek Security Services; Tennant Creek Fire Services; l TVs l BMX bike Tennant Creek Police; Royal Flying Doctor Service; Tennant Creek EVERY DAY! Health Service, Tennant Creek Hospital, Tennant Creek Ambulance; Tennant Creek Caravan Park; Tennant & District Times; Darrin’s Rubbish Removal; Rick Holmberg; and Tennant Creek Freight Lines.

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