The Norfolk ISLANDER the World of Norfolk’S Community Newspaper for More Than 44 Years

The Norfolk ISLANDER The World of Norfolk’s Community Newspaper for more than 44 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 44, No. 22 SATURDAY, 6th JUNE 2009 Price $2.75 incl GST Continued Australian Government support for renewable energy on Norfolk Norfolk Island residents had been able to apply for financial assistance to offset the cost of installing renewable energy power systems under the Australian Government’s Renewable Remote Power Generation Program. This Program’s aim was to provide financial support to increase the use of renewable generation in remote parts of Australia. Earlier this month, federal authorities managing that Program advised that it could no longer assist as all the funding allocated to Norfolk Island – some $4,000,000 in total – had now been fully committed in rebates to Norfolk Island residents. However, the Office of the Administrator confirmed today that it had been advised that the Australian Government will continue to support small scale renewable energy installations on Norfolk Island through the national Renewable Energy Target scheme. The new arrangements – known as Solar Credits - are not intended to replace support under the Renewable Remote Power Generation Program. However, the Three Birthday Cakes and a Solar Credits will be available to support the installation of small-scale solar, wind or hydro electricity systems. Garden for Hazel’s 100th! For example, rooftop solar PV will be eligible for solar This week, Hazel Martin joined an exclusive group credits related to the first 1.5 KW of system capacity. of Norfolk Islanders - Jemima Robinson, Charlotte A person installing a 1.5 kW solar PV system would Bailey, Gordina Beveridge and Ruby Matthews - all receive around $7,500 towards the cost of installation, who celebrated their 100th Birthday on the Island. depending on the market value of Renewable Energy Hazel’s ‘big’ day was Monday, 1st June with the Certificates that are available under the scheme. ‘100th Birthday Community Party’ held at the Lions Solar Credits are expected to commence on 1 Club at Kingston. It was not the most pleasant day, July 2009 and will be available to Norfolk Island weather-wise, but thanks to the help of the Rotary residents. Club, who had erected their marquee and the Norfolk (continued overleaf) Island Administration for the hire of their marquee, the cold Southerly wind was kept to a minimum. (continued inside)

There’s every reason to dine at ... PH 24400 QUEEN ELIZABETH AVENUE ~ Renewable energy on Norfolk - continued In confirming continued Australian Government Territories Committee to visit support for renewable energy on Norfolk Island, the Administrator’s Office noted the important economic Norfolk Island 6-10 June 2009 stimulus that this federal financial assistance had The Australian Parliament’s Joint Standing provided to Norfolk Island in recent months. Committee on the National Capital and External The rebates provided to Norfolk households and Territories will visit Norfolk Island from 6 to 10 businesses under the Renewable Remote Power June 2009. The visit will provide an opportunity Generation Program had generated millions of dollars to meet with representatives of the Norfolk worth of new economic activity in Norfolk Island. Island Legislature and to observe Bounty Day Advice from federal environment authorities was that Celebrations. some $11,000,000 worth of Norfolk Island projects The committee will not be conducting had been generated by that rebate scheme since August community meetings during this visit however, if 2008. individuals or groups wish to raise matters they More information on the Solar Credit arrangements may write to the committee. and on Renewable Energy Certificates can be found at Address: PO Box 6021 http://www.orer.gov.au/index.html Parliament House http://www.climatechange.gov.au/renewabletarget/ CANBERRA ACT 2600 publications/pubs/fs-ret-solar-credits.pdf Telephone: 00612 6277 4355 Fax: 00612 6277 8478 Email: [email protected] Website: www.aph.gov.au/house/ committee/ncet/index.htm

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Reliable - trustworthy - dependable - proven Three Birthday Cakes and a Garden for Hazel’s and fruitful life. In this time you would have witnessed 100th! - continued great change and upheaval in our communities life and no doubt faced many personal challenges along the way. Australians and Norfolk Islanders are greatly indebted to people of your generation for the sacrifices and achievements you have made over the years as well as for the strong and enduring values of family and community that underpin our society. We trust you will enjoy celebrations with you family and loved ones at this special time and wish you many more years of health and happiness. Yours sincerely, Kevin Rudd, Prime Minister”. Owen concluded by saying “thank you Hazel and Many Happy Returns”. While she is mainly confined to a wheel chair, Hazel’s mind is still as sharp as a tack and in a clear, steady voice, laced with some humorous comments, she thanked everyone for all that had been done for her She was a Charter member of the Arthur’s Vale Birthday. “I have had a wonderful life and I have met Lions Club and is now their Patron. many wonderful people along the way. In my younger Hazel, you have spent almost half your life amongst days I was told I had a ‘gift of the gab’ but I really us and today you join an exclusive group of people think I have said enough but thank you all for coming here on Norfolk Island and I might add , all female! tonight and for all those people who have worked so Which says something - men must work harder than hard for this very special night”. women! There has been no male person, apart from a Son-in-law Leon, on behalf of the family, said “I convict in the Cemetery, to reach this milestone, which would like to thank the people of Norfolk Island for we celebrate here tonight. Starting in 1971, the others their hospitality and what they have done for Mum and are Jemima Robinson, Charlotte Bailey, Gordina Dad over the years - your gain was our loss for the last Beveridge, Ruby Matthew’s and now Hazel has joined 41 years, although she doesn’t look a year over 80! that exclusive group. I’m sure you will join with me in The cake was specially made for you Mum,by Anne wishing Hazel the very best in this great achievement and even though it is not iced, it was made with you in of 100 years young”. mind with love and from the heart”. His Honour the Administrator, Mr. Owen Walsh, Our picture shows Hazel cutting the cake and after was the next to speak and said what a great pleasure it the singing of “Happy Birthday” and three rousing was for he and his wife Bianca to be here to celebrate cheers, the first of a busy round of activities for Hazel Hazel’s 100th Birthday. “As the Administrator, and came to happy ending. on behalf of the community I wish to thank both Hazel and Alf for their many years of service to the community, particularly through Lions. As I have said Government House, Kingston was the setting on on other occasions, we of the younger generation on Tuesday 2nd June, for an afternoon tea to celebrate Norfolk, owe a debt to the men and women of Hazel’s Hazel’s 100th Birthday hosted by His Honour the generation in the experiences and legacies that they Administrator Mr. Owen Walsh and Mrs. Walsh. have left for us as an example - so thank you. Another gathering of friends thoroughly enjoyed the As the Crown’s representative on Norfolk, it is my hospitality and Owen presented Hazel with the second very great pleasure to read some of the messages that Birthday Cake, a magnificent creation, with love from have been received at Government House for Hazel on all at Government House. this occasion:- Once again, the lady of the moment thanked Owen A message from Buckingham Palace from Her and Bianca and everyone for coming and with a Majesty from the Queen - “Dear Mrs. Martin, I am tremendous blow, she blew out most of the candles. pleased to hear that you are celebrating your 100th For those present who had not been at the Community Birthday. My sincere congratulations and best wishes Party, Owen then read out the messages from Her on this very special day. Elizabeth R”. Majesty the Queen and the Governor-General. From the Governor-General, Her Majesty’s Owen then proposed a toast to Hazel. In doing so, representative in Australia - “Dear Mrs. Martin, he thanked her and Alf for their many years of service, My husband Michael and I send you our warmest friendship and support to so many people on Norfolk congratulations on the occasion of your 100th Island. Birthday. May this very special day be a happy and A toast to Her Majesty the Queen brought the formal memorable one. Yours sincerely, Quentin Bryce, part of this very pleasant the afternoon to a close. Governor General”. From the Prime Minister - “Dear Mrs. Martin, Therese and I extend to you our warmest congratulations on the occasion of your 100th Birthday. It is a major milestone and a time to reflect with pride and satisfaction on a long Three Birthday Cakes and a Garden for Hazel’s Community Information Centre 100th! - continued Wednesday afternoon saw another Birthday Cake and Information Resource to open and more tables filled with delicious savouries, when on Friday June 12 Hazel, as co-Patron of the Norfolk Island Bowling On behalf of Norf’k CIRCA Inc., founder member Club, was the guest of honour. André Nobbs has announced that the new facility for President John (Moochie) Christian welcomed community information and resources will be opened Hazel, members of her family and guests. on Friday 12 June at 3.00 p.m. The owners of the Hazel’s co-Patron, Dan Yager, then reminded premises formerly known as ‘Sidewalk Café’ have her about bowling trips to Fiji, the visit to the Cook generously made available part of their premises rent- Islands during the 1985 Mini Games, how she and her free so that the centre can commence operation. husband Alf were respective Presidents of the Ladies “It is very encouraging that there are generous and Mens Bowling Clubs during the visit to Norfolk members of the public who support the concept of a Island by Gough Whitlam, the then Prime Minister of community information centre and this offer, together Australia and his wife Margaret during the 1974 Bi- with the in-kind support of the Government in the centenary celebrations. Dan finished up with a cryptic provision of human resources, have given the centre a comment about swimming in Emily Bay? flying start”, Mr Nobbs said. Once again Hazel thanked all her lawn bowling Mr Nobbs reaffirmed that the purpose of this friends, not only for all the happy time she had spent joint community and government collaboration, is to with them over the years, but also for all the trouble provide assistance for both local community members they had taken in the preparation of the cake and the and those persons who visit the island to obtain afternoon tea. updated information on services available and where and how to access information. The centre will also provide assistance concerning applications for funding, training or resources with both government and non- government organisations for eligible programmes within Norfolk Island. The Association itself has been a recipient of such funding through the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal in the sum of $4,000 for the purchase of software to provide a terminal so that persons can access appropriate websites. All members of the community are invited to join CIRCA representatives and information network members at the official opening by the Chief Minister. Light refreshments will be served. Members of the public are invited to join the Association (for which membership is free) and to provide data updates so that the information available both to our visitors and residents is current. It is not necessary to be a member of the Association to be able to use these facilities and it is intended that this will be a free community service. As part of its support for the new community information centre, the Norfolk The final event of Hazel’s busy week saw her Island Government has supplied the contact facilities planting a Norfolk Island endemic merita at the Norfolk and administrative support to signify its commitment Island Aerodrome. This area is to be landscaped and to the ideals of the Association as outlined in its members of her family also planted meritas. constitution. These were the first of one hundred Norfolk Island Please email [email protected] or phone Pat endemic species which will be planted near the walk- Anderson on 22003 for information on CIRCA or for way into the airport grounds and will be known as community information resources assistance. “Hazel and Alf Martin’s ‘Peacehaven’ Garden”. At the conclusion of this short function, Hazel thanked both Allan McNeil, the Administration Planning Officer and Glenn Robinson, the Airport Manager for making available this area thus enabling the continuation of the tradition of planting a 100 trees to commemorate the 100th Birthday of Island residents N.I. Pest Control who reach this grand age. For all your pest control needs Thanks for us Hazel! Domestic and Commercial Services - Tom. CONTACT DUNCAN GRAY PHONE / FAX 23034 • MOBILE 50541 roles, most recently from commercial manager and sales manager at Airlines of PNG and Air Niugini. Mr Stocks, who is married with four children, will move to Norfolk Island on June 22, where he will report to Norfolk Air CEO Jeff Murdoch and Norfolk Island Tourism General Manager Terry Watson to deliver marketing policies laid down by Norfolk’s new five-year tourism strategy. 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Brenda Donohoe Government Turns Its Back On Response to media release on The Needy social welfare benefits Local pensioner advocate Mike King this week The Administration of Norfolk Island has responded accused the government of acting unlawfully in to a media release claiming that needy Norfolk denying needy persons their rights at law. In a prepared Islanders have been wrongly denied social welfare statement Mike said that there were persons in the payments. The details given are incorrect, as no island whose rights had been abridged because they relevant application for assistance has been received or were not advised or were incorrectly advised of their rejected. The information provided appears to relate to full rights and entitlements under the Social Services an individual who enquired about payment of special Act. benefits, but did not in fact make a formal application Mike said that he had attempted unsuccessfully to when advised that such benefits were subject by law to have the situation aired and corrected. “To this point an income test. The matter had not at any stage been the Administration has not conceded that it has acted referred to the responsible Minister and there is no unlawfully and the government seems only interested evidence of poor administration in its handling. in reducing the expense of pensions”. The matter has No complaint about the advice given or the now been placed in the hands of lawyers to bring suit administrative actions of any officer was made to the against the government and the Administration. Administration’s administrative complaints system, “This is just another outrageous example of poor and no application for review under the Social Services administration which in this case affects the needy”. Act 1980 has been lodged with the Administrator. Both Mike called on the government to hold the minister of these processes are quick and effective ways for properly accountable and remove her from office. claimants to seek a remedy without involving costly lawyers or court actions. The advocate for the person involved had sought and been given the above advice. If any person Administration signs technical wishes to lodge an application for special benefits, cooperation the Administration will consider it on its merits in agreement with University of accordance with the provisions of the Act. New England The Administration of Norfolk Island has entered �� into an agreement with the University of New England (UNE) in Armidale, New South Wales, which opens up prospects for close cooperation in a range of technical �� and research areas. �� The Memorandum of Understanding with UNE was signed by the Chief Executive Officer of the �� Administration this week. It details the intent of the two parties to “…promote a climate of open exchange �� and cooperation…in respect of: �� (a) environmental teaching and research; (b) specific consultancies consistent with UNE’s areas of expertise; (c) community engagement; and (d) joint applications for research funding to government or industry.” This agreement will form the basis of a more detailed contractual document which will establish clear and defined objectives for the proposed formal relationship based on a documented evaluation and review of the relationship and demonstrated mutual benefit to the two parties. 5 June 2009

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Phone: David22601 After Bell Hours: 24119 David Buffett On 50701email: or 22240 libby@islandrealty a/h: [email protected] On 51155 or 22005 a/h; [email protected] A Celebration of Christianity in Norfolk Island The combined churches in Norfolk Island have announced what they hope will become an annual feature on the Sunday after Bounty Day in Norfolk Island – “A Celebration of Christianity in Norfolk Island”. All members of the community are invited to assemble at Kingston Pier on Sunday 14th June at 3.00 p.m. for a procession to All Saints Church, Kingston. Along the way, those attending will pause several times to share a brief history of each of the Christian churches in Norfolk Island. This event arose from discussions by members of the Ministers’ Fraternal, who encourage all interested people to take part. Thank You We would like to express our sincere thanks to Norfolk Song Competition: everyone who was involved in our beautiful wedding and fantastic holiday on your island. prize night We met one year to the day of our wedding. George The entries are in for the Norfolk Song Contest, and is a gliding instructor and during takeoff he proposed the judges have considered their verdicts – now for the to me. We chose Norfolk Island because of its beauty announcement of the prize winners! and the friendliness of its people. Chief Minister André Nobbs today invited everyone We were married at By The Bay and Susie and in the community to be present at the announcement of Matt Bigg honoured us by being out witnesses and our the winning songs at the Norfolk Song Awards Night, friends, thank you both for all you have done for the from 7:00 pm Saturday 6th June, to be held at Tampali both of us, it will never be forgotten. We would also Kalcha Said (Donald & Maree Reynolds’ property) like to thank Midge for being our lovely celebrant plus Rocky Point Road, Bumboras. a big thanks to Jo Snell for the beautiful photos and There will be informal performances of prize fond memories. We can’t wait to return to the magical winning songs and the chance to sing along with this island of Norfolk. exciting new music. Entry will be by donation and Thank you all agin. coffee and tea will be supplied. Please bring some Debra and George Heard. nibbles and your own cold drinks. The Norfolk Song Contest is the last formal event in the Year of the Norf’k Language, which concludes on Bounty Day. But many of the initiatives introduced Bounty Day Chooks during the year will continue, including the Norf’k language entry and prize categories at the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Show, the Norfolk Song Competition and the ongoing research and language usage project in conjunction with the University of Adelaide. André Nobbs Order your Chook for Accommodation Proprietors Would you like to help? Bounty Day The Travel Centre has received a booking enquiry from a Melbourne couple who, although they survived Size 22 Seasoned or Plain $25 the bushfires, lost their son, daughter-in-law and Size 14 Seasoned or Plain $17 grandson in the fires. As a goodwill gesture The Travel Centre has offered to provide free return airfares from Melbourne for the Let us do all the hard work couple. We would like to hear from an accommodation property who would like to partner us by providing PHONE : FOC accommodation. If you would like to assist, please email [email protected]. 22567 or 50448 Thank You N.I.C.M.A would like to thank all the businesses who participated in the window display for country music week. Congratulations to the winner “The Shoe Box”. The judges were impressed by the efforts of everyone and made special mention of Burnt Pine Travel and Ross’s on Norfolk Island. Due to a computer qliche the following sponsors Baunti Escapes Classic Collectibles Stegside Massage and Reiki Clinic Seaworld Restaurant and Jeneva Crafts were omitted from last weeks paper. We apologise for this as we value all our sponsors.

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“Whalemen Adventurers” wounded with a pistol ball in the neck, however he and the by Professor W.J. Dakin, Zoologist widows of the deceased arose and put all the servants to The story of whaling in Australian waters and other death which left him the only surviving man on the island southern seas related thereto, from the days of sail to modern with 8 or 9 women and several small children. times. Originally printed in 1934 and reprinted a number of He immediately went to work tilling the ground so times. that it now produced plenty for them all and he lives very Last week I was scrolling through the internet looking for comfortably as Commander in Chief of Pitcairn’s Island, some information about whaling, when I came across the all the children of the deceased mutineers speak tolerable following extract, taken from Chapter 2 of the above book, English, some of them are grown to the size of men and under the heading ‘The Early Days of South Sea Whaling’. women and to do them justice, I think them a very human “By 1803 the whalers were quite familiar with the area and hospitable people, and whatever may have been the to the north-east of New Zealand, which, later on, was to errors or crimes of Smith the mutineer in times back, he is become one of the great Sperm-whaling regions of the world, at present in my opinion a worthy man and may be useful frequented by English and American and later by Australian to navigators who traverse this immense ocean. owned ships. Such is the history of Christian and his ancestors be it The author has made a search through nearly 1500 remembered that this Island is scantily supplied with fresh logbooks of old whale-ships in the collections in Nantucket water so that it is impossible for a ship to get a supply. I and New Bedford in the hopes of finding notes of interest place it in Lat. 25° 2 South and 130° West Long. from my covering Australasian history. What might have been told last Lima observations’. of the unexplored Australia which was so frequently seen? References to this discovery are often made in books on What amazing opportunities for achieving fame those old Bligh but so far as I know the actual diary of Folger must whalemen had in describing the new countries! Alas, the have been seen by very few and the words set down by him harpoon was mightier than the pen. Writing was not the are rarely quoted”. strong point of the mate who usually kept the log. Often the - Tom. most serious disaster was covered by a few words on one line. However, one discovery worth while was the battered log-book of one Mayhew Folger, captain of the ship ‘Topaz’ on a voyage to the South Seas. Thoughts on the 8th June He reached Adventure Bay, Tasmania, on 16th October From a ‘Letter to the Editor’ in “The Norfolk Island 1807. On the way north from there he solved the mystery of Weekly’ of 28th April, 1939:- the missing mutineers of the ‘Bounty’, the men who, under Dear Sir, Fletcher Christian, the leader of the mutiny, had evaded Is it possible through the columns of your esteemed Bligh. Folger rediscovered Pitcairn Island. The following paper to make it known that we Norfolk Islanders strongly extract was copied out in the tiny library of the Museum at object to the term ‘Bounty Day’ being applied to June 8th. Nantucket - it needs no comment. That date being the one on which the Pitcairn Islanders ‘Saturday, February 6th, 1808. landed on Norfolk Island has always been observed as First part light airs at East, steering W. by S/S by compass. Anniversary Day. At half past 1 p.m. saw land bearing S.W. by W/W. Steered This meant the Annual Meeting Day at Kingston when for the land with a light breeze at East, the said land being the fatted calf, pig and poultry were slain and prepared for Pitcairn Island, discovered in 1767 by Captain Carteret in the dinner in which everyone who could, would participate. his Britannic Majesty’s Sloop, ‘Swallow’. At 2 a.m. the Isle All visitors to the Island were cordially invited. bore South 2 leagues distance. Lay off and on till daylight, Perhaps the special feature of this dinner was the at 6 a.m. put off with 2 boats to explore the land and look for entertaining of the Melanesian boys and girls (sometimes seals. On approaching the shore saw a smoke on the land totalling approximately 300) who were here to be ‘finished’ at which I was very much surprised, it being represented by at the St. Barnabas College. Their table was attended to Captain Carteret as destitute of inhabitants. before any other, the custom being that anything left after On approaching still nearer the land I discovered a boat their appetites were appeased could be taken to their paddling towards me with three men in her. On approaching respective homes. The brightly coloured handkerchiefs her they hailed in the English language asked who was (which the store keepers never forgot to have in stock) Captain of the ship and offered me a number of cocoanuts made a pretty picture - they bulged with ‘tit-bits’ rescued which they had brought off as a present, and requested I from the table, and hung suspended from an arm or stick would land, there being as they said a white man on shore. carried on the shoulder of its owner, filing his or her way I went on shore and found there an Englishman by the homewards in the evening. name of Alexander Smith the only person remaining out of The chief attraction of the day was the cricket match, nine that escaped on board the ship Bounty, Captain Bligh, ‘Bounty’ versus the ‘All Comers’. The ‘Bounty’ side often under the command of that arch mutineer, Christian. Smith dressed in clothes resembling naval uniforms, and erected informed me that after putting Captain Bligh in the long a platform on which they placed the old ‘Bounty’ gun. This boat and sending her adrift their commander - Christian - probably has misled new settlers to believe that in some proceeded to Otaheite, there all the mutineers chose to stop way a commemoration of the ‘Bounty’ scene was meant. except Christian himself and seven others. They all took In reality this is anything but true. wives at Otaheite and six men as servants and proceeded We believe firmly that our ancestors were forced to to Pitcairn Island where they landed all their goods and mutiny, yet the fact that never on Pitcairn nor here has the chattels, ran the ship Bounty on shore and broke her up date of such been commemorated, make it necessary to ask which took place as near as he could recollect in 1790 soon - in fairness to thse who have passed on as well as their after which one of their party ran mad and drowned himself, descendants still alive, that June 8th, be known always as another died with fever, and after they had remained about ‘ANNIVERSARY DAY’. four years on the island their men servants rose upon and Yours etc. ‘Norfolk Islander’. killed six of them leaving only Smith alive and he desperately

N.I.J.R.L. bomb from Isaac.In the Golds, Marytn Bigg again The footy season is off and running and there was in everything and there were some good runs were some good games last Sunday in all grades. We and tackling from Luke Fitzpatrick, Sam Ford, Jamie received our new jumpers this week and again we are Reynolds and also Ronan Davies. Ref’s player of the very grateful to all the sponsors for these jersey’s, so a day was Isaac Bigg. big thankyou again to Junior A’s, and these boys, who for the majority, Under 7’s - Adam’s Plumbing Reds, Wonderland are training to go away, are getting a lot fitter and are and Pinetrees Greens, Norfolk Optical Golds and the starting to hit harder and run faster, with that, comes big Burnt Pine Travel Blues. collisions which can end up with minor injuries from Under 10’s – Cascade Motors Golds and the TGB time to time. This was another close game and the Reds Blues were missing Jake Singer, who pulled off a huge tackle Under 13’s – Packers and Dockers Golds(Peter and last week only to end up with a couple of stitches in Greg Horrocks) and Slicks Butchery’s Blues his chin, this week it was Blake O’Hara’s turn, after a Junior A’s – Martins Energy Reds and Paw Paws head clash with one of his own team mates, was a little Pump shed Blues stunned and is to miss a few weeks. The Reds were full As usual, the Mighty Under 7’s got us under way of running and only for some good cover defence from after their training session at 9am, thanks again to Buff, the Blues, could have got away with a come back and David, Carl and Martin for the coaching and also to all won the game, again great running from Sam Taylor, the parent helpers who get up there to hold tackle bags Mitch Heatherington and the mighty Luke Steven. For and generally help with this session. the Blues, Jack Robbo, Tyrell Finch and James Elliott This week saw the Golds versus the Blues and due steered their team around the park well and got away to illness the Blues were down on players but still with the win.A special mention in this game must go to managed to score a few tries, there was a lot of hard those players who back up from the under 13’s every work being done by the older players, Will Buffett, week, in particular Martyn Bigg, Izaak Finch(Gup), Chase Adams and they were helped out by some good Will Partridge, Lewis Laginokoro, and Isaac Bigg, runs from Chris Anderson. For the Golds, Jared Magri, especially Gup who, in his first full year of footy, is Ben Soley and Flynn Irwin all made some good tackles training with touring team on Thursday’s and Sunday and also ran the ball well.Ref’s player of the day was mornings, with his under 13 side on Friday and then well deserved as he made some long runaway tries playing 2 games on Sunday, well done Gup and keep it and that was Kai Evans( gets his athleticism from his up. Ref’s player of the day was Sam Taylor. Mum). To finish this week I would like to once again thank In the other game we had the Reds take on the our sponsors, not only for the club jerseys, but also Greens, and by all accounts this was a very close game. for the Touring team as well, and we held a raffle last Kya Snell and cousin Saxon were right in the game and week, so thanks to Bronwyn and Dave South, Matt and scored all the Reds tries, whilst Croyden Snell, Will Suzie Bigg and Teddy from Farmer Lou’s, for their Elliott and Brayden Adams were defending and doing kind donation of produce and pork, and the winner some good runs with the ball also. For the Greens it was Trent Donald, who left to join the Army this week, again was the dynamic duo, Zac and Connor Reynolds well done Trent and good luck in the future. leading the way with Johnny Sheridan, Jordan Bigg We will be holding these small raffles approximately and Brodie Thompson trying their best to overcome every 2-3 weeks, so if you want a ticket please see the Reds, with good tackling and passing. Ref’s player Tosca and Kellie at the Moosa Bus, and we will be also of the day in this game was Johnny Sheridan. having players come around to sell them. Under 10’s next, and the Golds were doing it a Scores from last week; bit tough against the Blues this week after beating Under 7’s them last week the Blues combined well with Dylan Golds 40 def Blues 20, Reds 28 def Greens 24 Menadue and Saul Adams playing well and getting Under 10’s good support from the rest of the team. For the Golds, Blues 12 def Golds 0 well they did miss Tiaan Christian, who was out but Under 13’s did a real good job in defence to keep the Blues to Golds 16 def Blues 6 only 2 tries, James Bigg, Beau Magri tried all game Junior A’s and remember guys there is always next week. Ref’s Blues 22 def Reds 16 player was Dylan Menadue. See you all this Sunday Under 13’s kicked off next and this grade is going to be close all year, last week saw 1 try the difference this �� week it was only 10 points. The Golds got revenge for the loss last week with a good team effort to overcome �� the Blues, where both sides were looking to offload the ball regularly. Big efforts from Isaac Bigg, Gup, �� Ruben Bigg, Adam Buffett and Mitch Trickey, kept the Golds moving forward and up in Blues territory �� for most of the game. Will Partridge and Isaac made �� some good kicks and Ruben scored a great try off a �� National Park Manager Dr Coral Rowston. “Now we’re up to around 200 in what can only be described as a great conservation success story.” Dr Rowston said it was known that captive-bred parrots were more likely to do well in the wild if they were supported by wild birds. So the whole island was hoping that Romeo and Juliet will really get to know each other “really, really well”. To enable bird lovers to see the rare green parrots and many of Norfolk’s 115 other bird species, eight of which are endemic to the island, the Norfolk Island Travel Centre is offering a special Fly, Twitter & Stay package costing from $1119 per person ex Brisbane, $1165pp ex Newcastle, $1175 ex Sydney and $1335 ex Melbourne. Included are return airfares, taxes (Norfolk Island departure fee extra), seven nights twin share accommodation, seven days car hire (insurance, petrol extra), meet and greet at Norfolk Island Airport, breakfast bushwalk, a Walk in the Wild bushwalk and a half-day bird tour taking in coastal and rainforest Avian Love Affair Sets Norfolk habitats. For information or to book freecall 1800 140 066 or email [email protected]. Island Atwitter Our photo shows Romeo wooing Juliet through the Norfolk Island is atwitter with an amazing love aviary wire before Juliet was released from her captive story – of Romeo the wild green parrot and his beloved breeding program in May. Juliet, who he began courting through the aviary wire Photo: Norfolk Island Director of National Parks. almost three years ago. Last month Juliet became the last green parrot released from a captive breeding program begun in 1983 to save the species found only on this tiny volcanic outcrop in the Pacific Ocean. 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NATS News What do you get when you mix six female teachers, one long weekend, a lonely bush hut, heavy rain and lots of alcohol? A lot of laughs! Don’t miss ‘Social Climbers” at The Ferny Lane Theatre, commencing 18th June.

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Fed Up with Children’s Gran Douran Behaviour – coming soon, an 9 : 6 : 2002 evening with Sue Dengate Your memory is as dear today, as in the hour you Former teacher and psychology graduate Sue passed away. Dengate became interested in the science of food From All of us. intolerance after recognising the effect of foods on her own children. FOR SALE In the past ten years, Sue has spoken to tens of thousands of parents in Australia, the USA and the DARK BLUE MAZDA FAMILIA - excellent UK. This talk covers girls and boys of all ages from condition, manual. $3500 o.n.o. Please phone 22998, babies to adults. 50111 or 54600 It includes: • Tantrums, arguments, oppositional, defiant behaviour • Bedwetting, sneaky poos, sticky poos • Asthma, itchy skin rashes, migraine • Difficulty falling asleep, frequent night waking • Depression, unexplained tiredness, difficulty concentrating • Hidden and new food additives, best foods, worst foods

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MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS All interested people are welcome at the presentation - at 4-45 pm. It’s the perfect pre- by renowned author Sue Dengate, whose books on dinner show. After the play, join food intolerances have been released worldwide. the cast for sherry and a chat. Sue’s website is full of useful information including You’d be mad to miss it! a failsafe recipe book to down load which ia easy for a Book at quick flick in the kitchen for ideas. REO Cafe -phone 23088, or We have already had a great response to Sue’s visit Visitors’ Bureau - Ph 22147 in early July. In the meantime, the Golden orb has copies of “Friendly Food” from the allergy experts at the Royal Prince Alfred hospital. Yoga Studio News An exciting time ahead for Strawberry Fields Norfolk archer Good news for Norfolk Yoga enthusiasts, Candida News was received during the week of an exciting Langman has been invited as guest instructor at, Total time ahead for Norfolk Island archer Bob Kemp. Yoga Studio, in Johannesburg South Africa. The Association of Norfolk Island Archers, which Not only is this an honour, but also a great like other sports on the island is the association which opportunity to expand her knowledge, to meet other represents local archers to the Norfolk Island Amateur teachers and to share in new developments in Power Sports and Commonwealth Games Association, the Yogo. Oceania Archery Confederation and to the world Candida was born in South Africa and she and Grant body FITA, has recently learnt that Bob Kemp was will take time also to visit the Game Parks and will successful in his application for a scholarship for also travel to the city of Cape Town with its beautiful training at the Middle Eastern Archery Centre which beaches and the famous Table Mountain which is is located in Cairo, Egypt. accessed by cable car, they plan also to journey to This 10-day scholarship will take place some time Robbin Island where Nelson Mandela spent so many after September 2009 and is designed to prepare archers lonely years. from countries of the Commonwealth for competition Strawberry Fields Power Yogo will be in recess in the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Delhi in during their time away and will re-open on Monday October 2010. 13 July. The scholarships are a fantastic initiative by the Until then “Breathe into the eternal now” governing body FITA to help strengthen the overall Namaste standard of archers all over the world. This is definitely a fantastic opportunity not only for Bob, but also Norfolk Archery and once again proves that sportsmen and women on the island have wonderful opportunities to gain knowledge and compete, we just have to go after them. It is a while off yet, but all the local archers congratulate Bob and will I’m sure wish him well in preparations for his trip.

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Also available” Hot Dogs, Mrs Mac’s Pies and Sausage Rolls NORFOLK ISLAND Healthcare Levy Act 1990 Healthcare and Medical Evacuation Levy

Healthcare Members are advised that the 1 June 2009 Healthcare Invoice will be for the following amounts:

$132.50 — Healthcare Levy for the period 1 June 2009 to 31 August 2009 $ 25.00 — Medical Evacuation Levy for the period 1 June 2009 to 31 August 2009.

The next levy day will be 1 September 2009.

� Have you received a levy for someone off the island?

� Have you received a levy notice and wish to apply for an exemption on the basis of an income of $3,500.00 or less for a single person or $7,000.00 for a married couple or bona fide de-facto couple, for the period of 6 months before the levy day?

� Have you been levied but are shortly to depart Norfolk Island?

� Have you received a levy notice but wish to apply for suspension of the Healthcare Levy and/or the Medical Evacuation Levy on the basis of having alternative cover?

If you have answered yes to any of the above please contact the Healthcare Manager, Administration Offices on Tel: 22001, Extension 3.

If you wish to apply for an exemption of the Healthcare and medical Evacuation Levies on the basis of income you will need to provide all income details for the six months prior to the levy day with your application.

If you wish to apply for suspension of the Healthcare and/or Medical Evacuation Levy you will need to provide confirmation from your Alternative Health Cover provider of exactly what level of cover is provided in regards to medical costs you may incur on Norfolk Island and confirmation that your Private Health Cover will meet the cost of a medical evacuation. You may wish to apply for a suspension of the Healthcare Levy only and pay the Medical Evacuation Levy.

Please note that application forms for exemption or suspension to pay the above levies are available from the Healthcare Office, Kingston and must be made within 30 days of the levy day. Late applications will not be accepted.

Healthcare Members are reminded that Healthcare Policy Guideline brochures are available from the Healthcare Office at Kingston and the Norfolk Island Hospital Enterprise. Chambre de Commerce - News Feed Most people around Le Pine Burnt will have become See aware of the visiting New Caledonians, and no doubt some of us are using their visit as an opportunity Norfolk Island to practice our French language skills….. or not. These visitors have been tres welcome during our traditionally low saison and while the weather has not Professional Services been particularly bonne to them, that’s probably more an issue from our perspective that theirs. Where I have for an extremely competitive spoken to some, and assured them that we have more quote on your bonne days than bad, most seem ok with the change from their own much more climat tropicale. At least that what I think they said ? Let’s hope that such visits door-to-door can continue. Apart from the obvious commercial benefits, the cultural and language differences that we air/sea/road/rail or mail have experienced provide a useful preview of the time when our tourist base may become more international. insurance needs World Heritage listing may take us down this path. The Chamber will seek feedback from members ASAP. The last of the visitors from New Caledonia leave on Tuesday and it would be good if a few more retailers Vero Marine and Aviation is the were open on Sunday morning to give these visitors the opportunity to have a shop around. specialist marine and aviation division of Currently the NIG is working on a budget for the Vero Insurance Limited and is a recognised new financial year. I’m sure we all appreciate what leader in trade and transportation risk a difficult task this is going to be. The Chamber insurance. Executive has discussed some of options that are understood to be on the table to raise more revenue. Without adding to the speculation in any way the Through the combination of our local Chamber would encourage the Government to focus insights and our global connections, we on equitable solutions and resist any temptation to provide a range of specialist products squeeze more blood from the business stone. We are tailored to the trade and transportation all in this together. Chamber members can be assured sector. These include aviation hull, aviation that any measures that impact unfairly on business will be vigorously resisted. liability, conventional and specialised marine Feedback from Bob Goldsworthy, the Chamber cargo, loss of income, road carriers’ liability, representative on the Cruise Ships working group, marine hull and marine liability. indicates that the planning for this new initiative is progressing well. The early involvement of the Burnt This is all backed by a superior leading Pine traders in this exercise should assist in ensuring that the retail therapy aspect of the visit is not an claims operation focussed on delivering afterthought. The retail sector needs to consider how it a prompt, efﬁcient and effective claims will respond to this visit/s, and this will be the subject service. of further discussion at general meetings. The Chamber executive will be discussing the Contact your James Cook University retail study next Tuesday to consider what we can draw out of this and how we Qualiﬁed Insurance Broker apply the findings to improve the retail experience on Norfolk. Cara Duncan That’s all for now. Don’t forget, the Chamber welcomes new members and guests at its monthly Norfolk Island Professional Services meeting on the third Monday of the month at the Ferny Lane Theatre. NBN 2800 14119 Part of the GCR Financial Group ABN: 133 869 182 AFSL No. 333543 FOR SALE

HP LAPTOP withlaptop bag. Very good condition. Includes Vista, Microsoft Office 2007, web cam, DVD Ph: 22270 player / burner, Skype and internet ready. $1,000ono. cara.duncan@gcrﬁnancial.nf Call Luke on 51221 Fungi of Norfolk Island In 1983 the Norfolk Island Philatelic Bureau produced a Stamp depicting Fungi of Norfolk Island. Once again we have done an issue of Fungi however looking back on the earlier issue they are both very different. Over the last 2 years Norfolk Island has received a good deal of rain. The rain in many cases is followed by high humidity, especially during the summer months. As depicted in this issue the fungi is colourful and This combination results in the growth of fungi around of delicate appearance. the Island. The issue was designed by Haylee Fieldes. The fungi can be found in animal manure, on the The release date of this issue was Friday 30th May forest floor and on old tree trunks. 2009 and can be purchased at the Philatelic Bureau’s retail outlet in the Post Office. The Post Office is located in the Bicentennial complex in Burnt Pine and opening hours are 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 9.00am to 4.00pm on a Wednesday. Norfolk Island Tourism - Market Intell (vii) Preparing for the Comeback Amidst the worldwide wreckage of the global financial crisis and its corresponding impact on Norfolk Island, there are a diverse range of voices on what needs to be done. Some say that the problems can be simply fixed by increasing marketing Change Year 2003/04 2004/05 2005/06 2006/07 2007/08 2002/03 - activity. In 2007/08 this context, Aus Shorthaul outbound holiday travellers 3,510,000 4,350,000 4,780,000 4,470,000 5,120,000 45.87% the following NZ Shorthaul outbound holiday travellers 1,354,590 1,557,517 1,613,188 1,624,432 1,660,032 22.55% numbers make Norfolk Island Visitors 38,317 33,742 28,216 34,318 35,399 -7.62% interesting NI Marketing spend $695,188 $730,250 $1,079,300$1,312,897$1,335,395 92.09% reading: No one would have wished the global financial crisis The column on the right shows that despite an on Norfolk Island in the middle of the required reform. overall increase in target markets (Australia plus NZ) If you are failing in a boom, you are at significant risk of 39% between 03/04 and 07/08, and an increase in when the boom ends. This is Norfolk Island’s current marketing spend by Norfolk Island Tourism of 92% position and there are no immediate or easy fixes during the same period, visitor numbers to Norfolk available. Island reduced by almost 8%. Even adjusted for Beyond this, the implementation of the Strategic inflation, this equates to an increased marketing spend Plan continues apace and every step brings the island of over 55%. These numbers would be even more closer to coming out the other side. The Reserve Bank disturbing if the marketing budget of Norfolk Air is of Australia is predicting that the impact of the global added to the NI marketing spend amount. Simply financial crisis will begin to lift on Australia late this doing more of the same won’t fix Norfolk Island year or early next year. Norfolk Island’s best chance of visitation. Simply throwing more money at the problem recovery in the short term is to be ready when Australia won’t work either, it has been tried and has failed. A rebounds. different approach is needed. That different approach involves the development of a unique positioning, the 1. The World of Norfolk, South Pacific development of compelling experience offerings and The marketing of tourism destinations needs to look implementing the structural reforms contained in the at two factors influencing choice of destination – push Norfolk Island Strategic Tourism Plan. factors and pull factors. Push factors are the reasons A number of commentators have noted recently that that people are travelling in the first place – what is some destinations are booming even in these hard times. driving them to go on holidays. These factors can Tasmania has been achieving great results throughout include the need to de-stress from a busy lifestyle, the the past twelve months while others floundered. This is need to spend quality time with family or friends or particularly interesting given that the recent Shopping the need to get a ‘cultural fix’. Report identified Tasmania as Norfolk Island’s second Pull factors are the reasons they choose a particular most important competitor after New Zealand. The destination and are generally based around their reason that Tasmania is performing so well is that perceptions of a destination and the experience it has been preparing for the past decade. Over that offerings of the destination that will meet the need period, Tasmania has risen from the ashes of post Port that is driving the decision to take a holiday. To be Arthur shooting tourism meltdown to reinvent itself successful, the experience offerings and market as a sophisticated, strategically focussed destination perceptions (pull factors) of the destination need to offering the type of product sought by high yield, align closely with the need the traveller is trying to experiential visitors. These are the same baby boomer address by taking a holiday (push factors). segments identified in the Norfolk Island Strategic It is clear that Norfolk Island’s traditional seniors’ Tourism Plan as a potential target market for the markets have been particularly heavily impacted by island. Tasmania is getting these visitors because it has the reality and the perception of the global financial worked its butt off undertaking structural reform of its crisis. Having been hit by falls in share prices and marketing and experience offerings to earn them. They bank interest rates, self funded retirees are hunkering are not lucky, they are clever, resourceful, strategic down and not travelling. The push factors for this and focussed because that is what is needed to succeed market are being over-ridden by other realities. There in the world’s most competitive industry. It would be has been anecdotal feedback of late that the island’s somewhat naive to expect that any destination that visitors are getting younger, unfortunately analysis of hadn’t put in a similar level of work would benefit by 25,000 visitors by quarter since 2004 shows this not to simply being there. be the case. (continued overleaf) Market Intell (vii) - 60.00% continued n=24,689 50.00% In fact, the key baby boomer market demographic of 45 to 54 year olds has gone from 25% 40.00% of visitors to around 14% since <20 December 2005 and the 55 to 30.00% 20-34

64 y.o segment has remained 35-44 static. Since 2004, 65 years + 20.00% 45-54 has grown from 30% to just 55-64 under 50% of visitors. 65+ It is not surprising to see 10.00% the drop off in recent times of younger age demographics 0.00% with the current marketplace flooded with extraordinary deals to just about everywhere. Those who are travelling to destinations such as Tasmania will be done throughout our advertising and that of our and New Zealand are the experiential visitors who in-market partners, the new ‘World of Norfolk, South are still working, frequently empty nesters looking for Pacific’ brochure due around November this year and experiential holidays. The pull factor needed to attract the inclusion of the new brand in everything that is used these visitors is a compelling story and a unique and for promoting the island. Workshops will be held with distinctive experience offered by a destination. The operators and wholesalers to assist everyone in making way this is achieved is through destination branding, sure we have a unified message in the marketplace. highly targeted marketing and delivery of exceptional (continued overleaf) tourism experiences. 2. Marketing Branding Much comment has been made by the wholesalers who sell Norfolk Island about constant changes to the story being put into the market over previous years. The new Norfolk Island brand is the first step in the development of the compelling story that will remain consistent in the marketplace over the coming years to attract visitors to the island. The release of the new brand has been very positively received and we are actively encouraged and immensely relieved that a good outcome has been achieved. • The new brand is ‘The World of Norfolk, South Pacific’ • the Brand Promise is ‘Small world, no small wonder’ • the rallying cry for the island to work together is ‘Wun world, one Norf’k’ Two papers on Norfolk Island Tourism’s website www.norfolkisland.com.au/industry/resources outline the background and the thinking A survey conducted of Norfolk Island stakeholders on the new brand found that the vast majority of those surveyed strongly support the new brand. Full details of the survey, including all respondent comments can be found at www.norfolkbranding.com/papers. The next step in the process is for us to develop the ‘creative’ that will bring the brand to life. This process will include getting designs, logos, possibly a new ‘tagline’, having colour stipulated and key words that are used throughout our communications. The Branding Committee is currently engaged in this process and we are reviewing 23 submissions from Agencies with the completed creative due for delivery in August 2009. Once this has been completed, a progressive roll out Market Intell (vii) - continued Marketing Plan 2009/10 The marketing plan for The full roll out of the brand implementation is next financial year has been submitted and approval is expected to be completed by 1st April 2010. This level pending. Key strategies are: of destination rebranding is a once in a decade event. It • Rolling out the branding across all marketing is not simply changing the name or getting a new logo, partners it is laying the groundwork for the compelling message • Increased advertising spend that the destination needs to put into the marketplace - Marketing Partnership Program in Australia – target segments, experience offerings and messages. increased by 35% to a combined $600,000 All of the island’s marketing will be built around it. between Norfolk Island Tourism and Norfolk Marketing Manager A new Marketing Manager Air. These funds will be leveraged through co- has been appointed as a working partnership resource operative activity with a dozen wholesalers. between Norfolk Island Tourism and Norfolk Air. Some modifications to the program this year Darren Stocks has commenced in Sydney and will will see: be moving to the island by 22nd June. Darren is - Increased destination advertising to link Marketing Manager for both the Bureau and Norfolk with tactical offers Air. His immediate priority is to get the next version - Stronger, more pro-active driving of the of the Marketing Partnership Program on track and program by the new Marketing Manager in the market by the beginning of the new financial - Increased performance base for year. As he settles into the role, he will be responsible engagement for all aspects of marketing for the Bureau and the - Co-operative campaigns with New Zealand Airline. Darren has an extensive background in wholesalers tourism marketing and will be a great asset for the - Development of a range of special interest joint marketing efforts of NIT and Norfolk Air and offerings covering events, activities and for our individual marketing efforts. Please join us in conferences welcoming Darren aboard. - A dedicated internet marketing program driving Advertising While the rebranding work is taking direct visitation to the Bureau’s website for shape, our daily marketing activity continues. The access for special interest programs on events, past few months has seen some significant campaigns activities and conferences. with Norfolk Air and wholesalers for ‘$100 off’ and - A dedicated niche marketing program driving ‘kids fly free’. The results have been tough with a direct visitation to the Bureau’s website and number of initiatives not even covering costs. A recent the Visitor Information Centre for access for $30,000 campaign with one wholesaler resulted in 14 special interest programs on events, activities bookings. A full list of recent market activity from and conferences January to March can be found at www.norfolkisland. • Ongoing development of the Bureau’s website com.au/resources. Activity from April and May is still • Operation of 2NITE – the second Norfolk Island being compiled but includes a number of campaigns Tourism Exchange, probably in June 2010 with talpacific and Norfolk and Pacific Holidays as • A reduced familiarisation program well as ongoing smaller campaigns with a range of • A rationalised travel show program; and other wholesalers. • A new destination brochure due November 2009 Initiatives throughout June leading into the new Once the budget has been confirmed, we will be financial year include: organising industry workshops to outline the marketing • NI Select - advertising in regional press strategies and to engage with the NI tourism industry to • Travel Centre - ongoing range of activity including release campaign dates and to develop special interest direct mail, press releases and a niche magazine offerings. advertisements Website As has previously been advised, the • Ongoing Press Releases, list on website with Norfolk Island Tourism website is a work in progress. advertising activity We have put an extensive amount of work into ongoing • Advertisement and feature in Signature magazine development of events, images, site navigation, in June edition. search engine optimisation, tracking through Google • Orient Pacific - full page of advertorial in RACT Analytics and resource content. We are currently in the magazine June/July issue (220,000 readership) process of attaching wholesalers’ links. The marketing • NI Relaxaway familiarisations plan for next year will involve a significant redesign • Full page advertisement with talpacific in Tourism of the site to implement new creative and extensive Australia ‘No leave, no life’ magazine development activity. • talpacific ‘Islands on Sale’ campaign BookEasy While relatively slow, BookEasy • Ongoing weekly advertisements with Specialist continues to attract bookings. We are currently on track Holidays (formerly Fastbook) to pay for the system from generated revenues within • Feature in current Australian Geographic including 12 months, as per our original objective. A total of 84 magazine and website. accommodation bookings have been received to date • Monthly Hetieh newsletter emailed to a database of with a total value $67,000. The system also generates over 4,000 recipients. a significant number of tour bookings. The dedicated • Norfolk and Pacific Holidays – range of initiatives, funds in the new marketing budget for internet including substantial Flight Centres campaign (continued overleaf) Market Intell (vii) - continued get there, it would be a huge boost for Norfolk Island marketing will be aimed at increasing visitation to the to be represented at the event and we will be working site from around 120,000 unique visitors per annum to to that end. 300,000 with an industry standard of 2% conversion. 3. Events and Development These are ambitious targets and the Bureau will need Events Rhonda Griffiths started with Norfolk to significantly increase its web marketing skills to Island Tourism in October as the Events Co-ordinator. achieve them. All tour and accommodation operators The early objectives of the role were to develop are encouraged to ensure that product and booking a comprehensive events calendar, to develop the details are up to date to make it easy for those searching (continued overleaf) for holidays in the system. We have organised for the BookEasy trainers to revisit the island at the end of July and encourage those who have not previously done so, to attend a training NORFOLK ISLAND session. Operator sessions are $165 for three hours. Tourism Australia (TA) Norfolk Island has REAL ESTATE historically been locked out of Tourism Australia offers for sale: activities. Over the past twelve months we have put in intense activity to get this changed working our way ———————————————————————— up through their system to the CEO and ultimately CHARACTER & POTENTIAL using the assistance by NI Minister for Tourism to Older style rambling 2 bed home in need of some get intervention at Federal Ministerial level. Approval TLC. Further renovation & improvement would was granted in April 2009 and we are now looking to provide comfortable family living & add value. leverage the relationship as much as possible. Benefit of a detached self contained income OzTalk In late April, we attended OzTalk for the first time. OzTalk is Tourism Australia’s tourism producing flat, plus large vehicle & boat shed exchange for New Zealand, its biggest international recently built. Lovely garden setting. market. While at the event, we presented to 137 retail Convenient to town. Land area: 5240m². $245K. travel agents in 70 x 12 minute presentations over ——————————————–—————————- two days. All agents who we spoke to had requested ‘SUNSET COTTAGE’ appointments with us. The feedback received was 2 bedroom timber cladded cottage with office/ overwhelmingly positive but the level of knowledge about the destination was quite low. Follow ups with guest wing. Open plan living/dining room. Tiled all of the agents will be undertaken by Hogan and covered sun area. Decking. Terraced gardens Associates. with inground swimming pool. Laundry & carport. No leave, No life The marketing activity list for Solar hot water. Easement to bore water on June features a full page advertisement with talpacific neighbouring property. Central location handy placed in the ‘No leave no life’ brochure. This is a to town. Sea views! Land area: 1196m². $275K. Tourism Australia sponsored magazine with 700,000 copies to be distributed in Sydney Morning Herald, The ——————————————–—————————- Age and The Australian on June 18th with an additional SUPERB FAMILY HOME 50,000 copies distributed to Sydney and Melbourne Magnificent home with sea views. 3 bedrooms businesses. The magazine will be supported by an plus study. Quality built. Spacious living room & online version of all advertisements. Having access to family room. Entertainment deck. Expansive these publications provides an excellent opportunity to sunny lawn area with room for tennis court & leverage our marketing funds and to leverage Tourism pool. Established gardens. Double garage. Australia’s credibility. ATDW (Australian Tourism Data Warehouse) Great family home. Handy to Emily Bay. Fruit Our next project with TA is to gain access to ATDW trees. Land area: 1.324ha (over 3 acres). and Darren is working on this. Having access to Very keen vendors. Offers around $500K. ATDW will allow all Norfolk Island operators to list ——————————————–—————————- their products free of charge in the system that contains ‘CRACKERS’ virtually all Australian tourism product. TA is currently Popular fashion retail store. Successfully developing ‘Tourism Exchange Australia’, a system that will link all Australian product in the system to a trading for the last 23 yrs. Ideally located. range of tourism reservations systems. An agreement Dominant window frontage and 200m² of floor has just been signed with Roamfree, the owner of space. Selling a range of boutique labels & BookEasy, to distribute all BookEasy product through trendy gear. Reduced to 150K + S.A.V. the system and we are working to ensure that all NI operators are in the mix. Taylors Rd (next to Duncan’s Jewellers) Australian Tourism Exchange ATE is the biggest P O Box 153 Norfolk Island 2899 international trade event held every year in the southern Tel: int + (6723) 22429 hemisphere, attracting around 800 international Mob: int + (6723) 50803, 50804 or 54899 wholesalers. Whilst it may take a couple of years to E: [email protected] Market Intell (vii) - continued from next week. Bureau’s existing events and to assist event organisers NITE (Norfolk Island Tourism Exchange) At the in maximising effectiveness of their events. end of March, we operated the first Norfolk Island It became clear from the beginning that events on Tourism Exchange. Much has been said about the Norfolk Island are microcosm of tourism generally success of this event. It was always intended that this with serious capacity, resource, volunteer, management event would be the beginning of a journey and the and organisational issues acting as roadblocks to next NITE will include a wider range of buyers such the success of events. Beyond this, Rhonda has as group, conference and event organisers as well as a been engaged with a range of events, working with, wider range of wholesalers. organising or providing assistance for: With the positive feedback received from the 40 • SummerFest and the Burning of the Bounty Sellers who attended in March, it is expected that • ANZACATT Conference substantially more of the island’s industry will attend • AIME – attended and presented to over 50 next time. Preliminary discussions with a range of conference buyers wholesalers has us leaning towards June 2010 as the • NITE – organised first successful Norfolk Island best time for the next NITE to fit with wholesalers’ Tourism Exchange brochure and product contracting timelines. • Opera in the Ruins - 170 people attended. Good Product Development feedback from visitors although reports from the Cruise Ships Large Cruise Ship will begin visiting performers were not ideal Norfolk Island in March 2010 with 5 scheduled in • Country Music Festival – assisted on organising 2010 and 11 in 2011. A Cruise Ship Working Group Committee, press releases, website development (CSWG) of 24 members has been assembled to • Jazz in the Pines Festival - currently booking 2009 develop the logistics for the exercise and is already performers, package out to wholesalers hard at work. The project is enormous needing to meet • World Bowls – working with organisers on range the needs of up to 2,000 visitors for up to 8 hours. of initiatives including broadcasting, sponsorship The CSWG is currently working its way through and organisation all issues related to pre-arrival information, • Foundation Day - 2010 package developed with disembarkation, welcome event, transport, tours, retail, KAVHA and Pinetree Tours. Out to market cultural activities and souvenirs, food, management • Bounty Day Whale Boat Races - working with and administration, activities, communications and the Office of the Administrator and the whaleboat support services. The main group will be breaking crews to rejuvenate the traditional whaleboat race down into sub groups to look at each of the areas and around Norfolk for Bounty Day will be liaising extensively with all stakeholders in • World Biggest Christmas tree each area. Cruise ships visits offer Norfolk Island its Work continues on the: most significant economic development opportunity • Venue audit and analysis of infrastructure in many years and all stakeholders are encouraged to needs (storage space, technical and logistical contact the CSWG via Rhonda Griffiths should they requirements, event inventory, etc) have any questions or wish to assist with the project. • Calendar of events maintenance – currently 63 Retail Report The recent release of the Retail Study, events on calendar completed in conjunction with James Cook University, • Image Library materials – image library developed marked the end of twelve months of intensive work and from shoots at Jazz, Opera, 4 chefs, wearable art, provides a significant road map for the retail sector to Burning of the Bounty, Tourism Awards, NITE, move ahead. A number of workshops were held with Rock n Roll, Foundation Day and conferences. Bruce Prideaux, the principal author, on island with Images are available for marketing purposes, total attendance by around 30 retailers. It is disturbing please contact Rhonda Griffiths. to note that many retailers, including some from the Opera in Paradise 2010 sector’s industry association, have not read the report In May 2009, the Board of Norfolk Island Tourism and many failed to attend a workshop to understand was approached by Operatif!, the company that has the findings and the recommendations. The key organised many of the elements of Opera in the Ruins recommendations of the report have been accepted by for a number of years, to operate their own event called government and the Minister for Industry has given ‘Opera in Paradise’ in February 2010. Essentially, undertakings to move the project ahead. Operatif! requested that the Bureau not operate Opera (continued overleaf) in the Ruins to give their event free reign. The Board resolved that the Bureau will not operate Opera in the Ruins in 2010 and that the Bureau will provide support Chiswick Cottage to Operatif! to assist them in making their initial event ART AND CRAFT SHOP a success. Critical to the Board’s decision was the fact that Locally made Childrens’ Wear, Craft, Operatif! will be working with all wholesalers, agents Local Photography, Art, Books and much more! and operators who can buy tickets direct for packaging. Operatif! can be reached at [email protected] NOW OPEN FROM 2pm or toll free in Australia on 1300 308 385. Ticketing WED, SAT, SUN and other information will be on the Bureau’s website Two Chimney’s Road • Steele’s Point Market Intell (vii) - continued doing it tough economically. Some say that we need The only way that a recovery will come about in to get more active now than working on fixing things the retail sector is for retailers to take ownership of for the future. Developing a destination is similar to the sector’s reality and to become part of the changes erecting a building, if the foundations are not solid no needed to address them. amount of development will make it work. Everything Gregoire Since March, the Bureau has been lucky from the Strategic Plan to the actual visitor numbers to have had a visiting Frenchman on work experience. over the past decade has been telling the island that the Gregoire has a Bachelor degree in Geography and a foundations needed extensive work. Masters degree in Environmental Tourism and is here The critical necessity in developing the way forward until September. He has been undertaking analysis for tourism on Norfolk Island has been getting solid of the island’s environmental product with a view foundations laid that everything else can be built on. to identifying opportunities for environmental and Substantial progress has been made many of these nature-based tourism development. Gregoire, and his foundations: girlfriend Nancy, have been particularly helpful with the • The brand is the ultimate foundation of all marketing handling of passengers from New Caledonia on recent activity and it is nearing completion flights. Greg did a welcoming statement on the planes, • A strong tourism bureau is critical – having the assisted with customs and immigration clearance and right team and developed systems and processes worked in the VIC to ensure our New Caledonian is necessary to be able to consistently and reliably visitors received the best of service in French. Special get the job done. This process is almost complete thanks also goes to Borry’s for providing Greg and with only ongoing training and some systems Nancy a car for the duration of their visit. development required 4. Visitor Information Centre • The recruitment of a Marketing Manager to drive Departure Fees and changes to VIC staffing marketing activity and to get closer alignment Significant changes are afoot with operations in the between the Bureau and Norfolk Air marketing Visitor Information Centre. The transfer of departure activity has been completed tax collection to the airport has made a huge difference • A structured approach to co-operative marketing to the operation of the centre. These changes will activity with Wholesalers has been implemented become further entrenched with the government and, with 12 months experience, we are in a position proposing to include departure taxes in air tickets from to fine tune it going forward 1st July 2009. If this change occurs, the Bureau will • Having an online capability to drive visitation and continue to collect some departure taxes at the airport convert bookings is the foundation stone for an until 1st October 2009. These changes will reduce online strategy and this is nearing completion revenue to the Bureau and will have a corresponding • Development of the visual imagery is vitally cut in expenditure. The former role of Manager important for a destination and substantial work – Visitor Experiences will not be replaced and some has been done on this with the new images now changes are expected to casual staffing. The proposed in extensive use. Much further work is needed in budget for 2009/10 has a reduction in employee costs video and stills imagery development of $56,000 on 2008/09. • Having a development program to drive Staff Training and Familiarisation with NI improvements in the experiences and service product The VIC has introduced an integrated provided by the destination is a critical foundation training program for staff including VIC processes and stone. A start has been made on this with the procedures, familiarisations of accommodation and appointment of the Development Manager but tour operators, industry briefings from tour operators much work is still needed and the industry will need for VIC staff and BookEasy training. Customer service to step up to the plate to be part of the solution. The training will be conducted during the next financial Retail Study, Tourism Awards and a range of sector year. All industry operators are invited to be involved development projects are part of this process, as in the program to conduct famil’s or to present to VIC is Accreditation. These will need to roll out in staff. Please contact Jacqui Jackson on 22147 for conjunction with the roll out of the new marketing further details or to book a session. strategies. Norfolk Island MUST deliver on the experience promoted by the new branding or it will 5. Closing Thoughts have all been for nought With current visitation hovering at the lowest levels (continued overleaf) for almost a decade, it is clear that Norfolk Island is

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Good for you, naturally Market Intell (vii) - continued There are still some months to go before we are at full steam. While we will be in the marketplace with the Marketing Partnership Program from the beginning of the new financial yearyear,, it is expected that new marketing activity will be fully operational from around October October.. Results will still take some time to come through as the market begins to recognise and respond to the new messages and offerings.offerings. Short term fixes Everyone wants to believe that there are easy fixes to Norfolk Island’sIsland’s tourism problems. The graph below shows main motivation for visit taken from 25,000 exit cards since 2004. The graph shows that one third of visitors are motivated through marketing activity activity,, while recommendations from friends, colleagues and family account for an average of almost 42% and previous visit an average 18.46%, that is, over 60% of visitors come from recommendations of others or previous visits. • spread positive messages to visitors. It isn’t Marketing includes brochure, advertising, travel rocket science to understand that anyone visiting a shows, web, n=24,682 destination would much rather hear positive things The quickest way to increase visitation is to get the than negative things. They are on holidays, they people who are already visiting to be Ambassadors want to feel good!!! for a visit to the island and this is the responsibility of every person on Norfolk Island. Strategies are in 6. Dates for the Diary place, or being developed for an overhaul of marketing • BookEasy training - 27th July – 31st August and events but the biggest opportunity is outside the • Industry Workshops for next financial year’s influence of the Bureau. Some of the things most likely marketing plan - dates TBA in July to achieve short term results for the island are for: “Where the willingness is great, the • the tourism industry to unite and work co- difficulties cannot be great” operatively together to take on the world – Wun Machiavelli world, One Norf’k. The game being played is The World of Norfolk vs the other world, everything else is secondary 40,000 visitors = 0.72% of Australia’s • stakeholders to turn up. Having your say during short term outbound tourism market the process of strategy development is positive and helpful, not being engaged and making disparaging comment after the fact is negative and unhelpful Terry Watson – the first secret to success is to turn up 5th June 2009 • everyone to engage in informed debate. Informed debate is healthy and positive to achieving good outcomes. Uninformed comment is unhealthy and detrimental to achieving good outcomes • the tourism industry to take personal responsibility for the quality of Norfolk Island experience: - Reliability - Consistency - Fitness for purpose - Continuous improvement - Meeting customer expectations - the market has been saying for some time that there are frequent events of offerings not meeting market expectations. Time to fix it, everyone needs to do their part • everyone on Norfolk Island to take responsibility for their part of the visitor experience • the Retail sector to take responsibility for its own ISLAND VET SURGERY situation and to work with the Minister of Industry Middlegate for a viable solution based on the Retail Study • everyone to support the Bureau and the Airline in Telephone: 50838 or 23838 their efforts. These organisations are the engine rooms of the Norfolk Island economy - damage Ph: 50VET them, damage the island PRESENTS SOCIAL CLIMBERS PG A comedy by Roger Hall

By arrangement with Playmarket New Zealand

Directed by Deena Hattersley at The Ferny Lane Theatre

18th, 19th, 20th and 25th, 26th, 27th June 2009

Tickets $15 DOORS OPEN 7.00 available from CURTAIN UP 7.30 World Traders at the Roundabout Bar facilities available Book early to avoid disappointment Now you’re used to me not talking about the ambulance in the ambulance column, but you must be wondering what’s happened to the golf talk and all I can say about that is that Bowls might be more along my line. Have a good weekend and Bounty Day NOTE: St. John Ambulance, Australia Skill drill Tuesday night guys – we can talk about golf. Norfolk Island Division Watawieh Yorlye? I’ve been doing a bit of thanking in this column FOR SALE recently because there’s been a lot of people who have helped us out. Of course most people (sullun) aren’t TWELVE FOOT PELIN PLAN DINGY with looking for thanks and just do it because it’s part of twenty five horse power, two stoke Yamaha out board living together in a small community – so if I’ve given and trailer. you a thanks and you weren’t looking for it – I take it Kept in immaculate condition, boat and motor as new back. condition. Boat features include, casting deck, fully I learnt a bit of a lesson about “Thanks” when I was fitted out with quality marine stainless steel fittings, about 17 years old when I worked 6 days a week as a new electrical fittings, such as 800 gph bilge pump and counter salesman for “Skill Power Tools”. My hours other accessories. Just reconditioned, repainted. were supposed to be 9am to 5pm but I did 7.30 to 6 All the boating gear comes with this boat, ready to off my own bat and generally worked through lunch be used for fishing straight away. as well. As I was on “Staff” I didn’t get paid overtime, For more information or to arrange a look/test ride, but I was just happy in my work and always tried to please call Jamie Ryves on 51180 give my best before putting out the hand for the cash at the end of the week. One day the Manager called me into his office and I naturally presumed the big pat-on the-back was coming. “Kevin” he said “One day I hope you will take over my job and basically you are in training for that day. I would like to see you put in a bit more of an effort around here so that I can see that you are not wasting my time” “Make up my pay mate” I said “You are no doubt looking for a guy named “Richard Head” – he was obviously trying to give me the big Company Ra-Ra speech when a simple “thanks” and “keep up the good” work would have won me. Pineridge Crafts Cottage It’s a bit hard to believe that “Bounty Day” is upon Ferny Lane us once again and that’s just about the fastest year I have experienced – must be another effect of “Climate Locally made woodwork Change”. Last year I wandered around the various and handicrafts tables and when I had a beer with Dave Magri I noticed Wed & Thurs 3 -5.30 pm what a great spot he had out of the wind. When you Sat 9.30-12 pm & 3 - 5 pm arrive there Dave you will find me staked out before you – actually I’m heading down tonight and camping until set-up time. Just look for the ﬂ ags Ph; 22355

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It May Be Your Child Or Loved One.... Your Property On Fire... Or Your Family In Need Of Police Assistance. Remember - Shef yus poet orf d’ roed! Community Arts Society News Please contact Margaret (Ken) Christian (50901) or ART in the PARK Lisa Richards for further information. CAS MEMBERS a couple of reminders to Grand Opening all members : (1) please have your afternoon tea Today : 1:30p.m. provisions (food and airpot filled with boiling water) Palm Glen at Palm Glen by 1.15pm today; (2) check e-mails for updates on rosters/chores for 14th June working bee. ALL WELCOME ISLAND DANCING is held each Wednesday Today at 1:30pm at Palm Glen the 2009 Art in the night, 7.00 pm at the Sirius Room, Colonial Hotel. All Park exhibition will be officially opened by Mrs Bianca welcome. Walsh. Community Arts invites you to attend this Until next week, “See you in the Park” as they say!! opening and join us in a cuppa or cold drink and snack. And we extend best wishes to Norfolk Islanders for a There is no admission fee or afternoon tea charge, but happy time on “Bounty Day” for the 153rd anniversary our Donation Box will be there for anyone who would on Monday, 8th June. like to make a monetary donation to our Society. We endeavour to provide many of our functions at no – or little – cost so whatever you would like to give will help in our aims to further and to assist the arts in FOR SALE Norfolk Island. At time of writing it appeared there may be thirty MARG AND PETE CHRISTIAN’S SILVER entries. This makes for a good show! CAR. A great buy at $3000. Please ring Khan or Tania The exhibition will stay in place until Monday week, on 23029 or 51026. 15th June. If you don’t get there this afternoon, Palm Glen will be a beautiful place to visit with a picnic TO LET lunch during the week. And then there is next week- LOVELY, SELF CONTAINED 2 BEDROOM end to see it as well. COTTAGE, quiet peaceful location $95 per week. If you do get there this afternoon, you can vote Please ‘phone 24126 (h) or 23418 (work) for “The People’s choice” exhibition. Vote for the exhibition you like best, put your vote in the ballot box. The exhibit with the most votes will be the NOTICES winner of “The People’s Choice”. PILATES CLASSES ARE BACK! Tuesday and We hope you all have the opportunity to see this Thursday 12:30pm until 1:30pm @ “Eliza’s”. $10 exhibition and that you enjoy it and the magnificent per class. Class will go for 45 minutes so you have venue. time to get back to work. E-MAIL:teketrunet@live. For the information of visitors, this is how to get com.auor RING TARN on 23029/51228 for more to Palm Glen. At the roadway round-about in the shopping centre, turn on to New Cascade Road, then info and to REGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN turn left at JE Road, then take the left-hand fork onto MORNING/EVENING CLASSES OR 1-on-1 and Selwyn Pine Road. Continue on Selwyn Pine Rd right join our mailing list. It is recommended that a 1-on- to its end. There you will find yourself in the carpark 1 be arranged before attending classes if you haven’t of Palm Glen. And visitors, you are most welcome to done pilates before - See you there! join us at the opening this afternoon.

�PROPERTY MATTERS� This week’s topic: ‘Current state of the market’ Knowing what the property market is doing is generally of interest to people irrespective whether they are intending to sell or buy, or to hang on to family property and pass it down through the generations. Real estate is a valuable asset and forms a major part of most people’s wealth. More so now that stock markets have been savaged over the past year. Currently there is a lot of property on the market here with more properties being listed. The heady days are gone when top prices are paid for property. Property markets around the world have been in decline and due to the slowdown, vendors are having to be more realistic with asking prices. Buyers are being very discerning as there is so much to choose from, and they are of the opinion that it is a “buyer’s market”. Good properties, realistically priced are selling and recent sales have indicated that the cheaper end of the market is moving, but sales above $500,000 are harder to achieve. Sales in the business, commercial and tourist accommodation areas are slow. There is always a healthy number of enquiries for real estate with good enquiry for vacant land mainly small acreages and building portions. Sale data shows that 58 property transactions were completed in 2007, 81 in 2008, and only 15 so far this year no doubt due to the fear and uncertainty surrounding the “global economic crisis”. However, the market will improve and there are positive signs of a recovery. Lending rates are low and vendors are meeting the market. ———————————————————— This is the first article in a series offered by Dave Weekley, an experienced and licensed Agent with an extensive background in banking and real estate fields, and who is retained by Norfolk Island Real Estate as a Sales Consultant/Auctioneer. As a contributing author to The Norfolk Islander, he will submit regular commentary on property related issues for general community information and interest, for the benefit of anyone considering either selling, buying, improving their property, or just wanting to be further informed about real estate and the market generally. Thank You Thank you to Zena, Cherie, Ruffy, Troy, Liz and staff of the RSL. Club, and Megan and guys at Bounty Excursions who made my holiday so enjoyable. Also to the people who opened up their homes and entertained the visitors in the tours, it was so wonderful. Work Experience Visitor Everyone I came in contact with over Country Western Year 10 student, Georgie Gray, got a big surprise were friendly and welcoming. last week when her friend Lauren Sheridan arrived Thanking you all from Australia for a surprise visit. Love While she was here Lauren spent two days doing Annette Work Experience with our Primary children. Lauren is P.S. I will be Back. particularly interested in PE teaching or working with children in sports. Lauren worked very well with our children and enjoyed her experience. It was a pleasure to have her join us for Work Experience. POSITION VACANT A big thanks to our Primary Assistant Principal, Mrs Deb Murray, for supervising Lauren during her Island Industries seeks to employ a PANEL time with us. BEATER/SPRAY PAINTER. Please telephone John Half Yearly Assessments Brown at Tel No.: 22123 or Fax No.: 23602 Years 7 – 10 students have been undertaking their half yearly assessments /exam this week, and they will FOR SALE continue next week. The Bounty Day long weekend will provide time for some extra revision for next COLT RIDE ON MOWER, Body a bit rough but week’s tests. near new Honda 5.5hp motor. $350.00 ono. Phone 22769 Excursions Last Monday and Tuesday our Stage 2 students SPENT MUSHROOM COMPOST. Delivered visited Cyclorama. With Bounty Day coming, it was trailer load $200. Excellent compost deal. Phone a great opportunity for the students to get a better 23252 or mobile 50695 understanding of the history of the island. It is our focus to include our local attractions, sites and broad range of community resources across our school curriculum �� Newsletter Dates �� With Bounty Day and the Queen’s Birthday celebrations occurring on consecutive Mondays our �� Newsletter will come out on Tuesday for the next two �� weeks. �� Cross Country Carnival �� Our 2009 School Cross Country Carnival has been �� put back one week to the 17 June. We hope that parents and community members can join us for this sporting �� event and that moving it back a week has not caused �� inconvenience. The move was necessary to avoid a clash with another happening in the school. �� Armed Forces Visit �� Representatives of the armed forces will be visiting the school on Friday June 19 to discuss careers in the �� armed forces with interested students. More information �� will be given to students in the next week. Bounty Day �� On behalf of the school we hope that all Norfolk �� Islanders have an enjoyable Bounty weekend and �� we’ll keep our fingers crossed that the weather is kind �� to us too.

Gas Hot Water - Only 15.6¢ / kWh Letters to the Editor CROSSWORD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Dear Sir, ACROSS 8 I can’t but help wonder what’s happening to Norfolk 1. Intermission 5. Jungle cat 9 10 Island. We seem to be sliding into a blacker hole that 8. European 11 ever. nation Why is the NIGTB not doing some promotional 9. Cloth scrap 12 13 14 15 10. Climbing 16 17 18 advertising right now? We all know June/July/ August vine are ‘softer’ months for everyone, yet all the activity 11. Los Angeles 19 20 suburb seems centered on long term marketing strategies that 12. Skill 21 22 23 are taking money and time, they should be put on hold 14. Female 24 25 26 27 for now (that would be good business practise?). sheep 16.TV repeat 28 Who cares about advertising for catering for an 19.Whirlpool Industry Awards night, none of us will be able to afford 20. Distressed 29 30 cat sound 31 to go. 21. Animal life Spend the money on DESTINATION 24. Haul 32 33 ADVERTISING and get some tourists here. We need 26. Encountered 28. Musical 5. Magnate Solution to it now, not later in the year. instrument 6. Tour leader Stop spending money on extra positions, extra office 29. Mourn 7. Poem last week’s space within the NIBTB, surely its top heavy now. I 30. Vex 13. Wireless Crossword 31. Alters text 15.Squander D R O O P S E A S I E R know they say its all budgeted if you ask, but we all 32. Irrigate 17. Epoch E B T E A C U know budgets are juggled about! Norfolk is good at 33. Walrus teeth 18. Tea dispenser S O R E A R R A S P 21. Agronomist P S T R A N G E E that. Norfolk needs tourists for us all to survive, that’s A G R E E D A W A R E DOWN 22. Perfect place I U A I M E D W not ‘marketing speak’ that’s fact! 23. Among R E L I C I G I F T S 1. Now Myanmar E H O R S E U A Administration accounts like water assurance, 2. Rowing crew 24. Hurl M O R S E A T A L O N 3. Murderer 25. Cereal grain O U S E L E S S D power, telephone all still have to be paid regardless of A I D S A T C U B A 4. Mark Twain 26.Cripples N H S I N O L how many tourists are here. Look up town, shops are character, Tom ... 27. Abducts S A L I N E A L T E R S empty, some are shut. (continued overleaf)

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Photopress Letter to the Editor - continued response to my correspondence to Minister Debus. I Dear Sir, receive the usual public service response signed by Sorry to again put in my twenty cents worth but the the Minister which is the key as it then becomes his Ministerial statements in last weeks paper may appear letter. on the surface as being ok to some - what they didn’t Recently discovered some correspondence between say is the danger. my grandfather and the then Department responsible Feel sorry for Minister Bob Debus as he is squeezed for Norfolk Island over 90 years ago and it was between two “masters”. On the one hand he has the incredible that the attitude in responses from Canberra Canberra public servants who have never been real public servants at the time have not really changed. The supporters and on the other side the Cabinet to which difference is that at that time they were in total control he does not have membership. Unfortunately the of Norfolk Island whereas now they are moving hard Cabinet really has other major issues on their plate to regain the ground “some misguided Minister” gave and unless Cabinet members have a real interest in away 30 years ago. the subject the views of the department seem to hold Unfortunately of late we appear to be have been sway. In other words unless Cabinet Ministers have placed in the position of beggars and we all know been fully briefed on the pros and cons as it effects the “beggars can’t be choosers”. subject, in this case Norfolk Island, then the subject Yours etc., has no show. I don’t think Cabinet Members in the Ron Nobbs current Australian Government have been made fully aware of the issues. It is fine talking to one Minister and the Public Service but they are not in Cabinet and don’t make the final decision. The last attack was when then Territories Minister Jim Lloyd made a statement - they would take us over REO Cafe and Bookshop and claimed there was Cabinet support. When the Norfolk Island Museum Cabinet was provided with other views and took a real interest in the issues the proposal by Jim Lloyd and his andand comprehensivecomprehensive selectionselection ofof books.books. Department was not progressed. I laugh a bit at the spin put on the Australian Parliaments standard of conduct being the way to go. Surely given the activities of late there appears a need for that lot to clean up their act and we deserve something a little better. Having been maligned by a Museum opening hours: Monday to Saturday Member in the Australian Parliament I immediately Commissariat Store, No 10 Quality Row rang the Member to clear the air. He didn’t wish to and Pier Store 11.00am - 3.00pm. speak or return my call so took it up through the Parliamentary system to be told they couldn’t do Sunday anything. No. 10 Quality Row - 11.00am to 3.00pm If you require an example of how Canberra works Tag-A-Long Tours Monday - Saturday I believe the KAVHA boundary saga is a perfect 9.30am commencing at the REO Cafe example. It has not gone away and I regularly receive Landcare Roadside Woody Weed Clean Up 2009 The Landcare Woody Weed Roadside Cleanup is over for another year and we have had a fantastic response as in other years. There were over 200 participants in this years cleanup. This year we aimed for higher resident participation on roads and notices were issued to all homes on each road to invite them to join the working bee. There were only 5 roads advertised who did not participate. Thank you to all who joined in and helped clear our roadways of woody weeds. Yorlye truly ell make ucklun proud of ucklun’s Norfolk! Thank you also to the Clubs and Bond who supported us again this year by donating beer and wine for the drawer. The Golf Club, Leagues Club, Bowling Club, RSL Club, Sports and Workers Club, Cheryl Tennis Club, Gun Club and Pistol Club as well as the Norfolk Island Liquor Bond willing give beer and wine for the prize as they have now done the past 4 years that the cleanup has run. All teams who completed their road woody weed cleanup went into a drawer to win the grog prize. This year the prize was drawn on Radio VL2NI by Chris Magri the Minister for Roads. The winning team was the Cascade Road team. - David, Sa, Beau and Jared Magri, Meg and Pete Meers, Sue Randall, Laurie Christian, Raewyn Evans, Adon Butterfield, Keyden Weekley, Ro Shaw, Jonno, Jo and Croyden Snell. Well done yorlye!

Our star woody weed clearers were :- • Two Chimneys Road to Two Chimneys Reserve (not inc the reserve) Rod and Noelene McAlpine, Eddie Miratana, Mervyn Buffett, Richard and Amanda Cribb and family, Matt,Archie, Celia, Reuben and James Bigg • Stockyard Road Ian and Jasmine Kiernan, Raewynne and Andrew Maxwell, Sue and Don Brian, Jim and Margaret Kiernan, Mick and Chrissy Clarke, Jenny and Adam Jauczius, Jimbo and Lou, Lexi and Brianna Tavener, Brian McGrath, Minnie Oldfield and Wayne Derby • Martins Road to Bucks Point end David Bell, Alison Christian, Sarah Christian, Katrina Rayner, Cheryl Rayner and Graeme Rayner. • Channers Corner/Queen Elizabeth Ave inters/ along Qu.Eliz,Ave to Cats Café John Murray, and the two Canadian tourists looking after Peyton Place, Dennis and Pam Bekker, and Alison and Lindsay Ford • Cats Café on Collins Head Road to the Collins Head/Driver Christian intersection Donna Woods, Paula Ohara, and the Westpac girls George Douran, Sheryl Yelavich, Kim Adams, Cynthia Snell, Lee Demery, Michelle Pitcher and Madelaine Newman • Collins Head/Driver Christian int to Rainbows end on Collins Head Rd PLUS all of Allendale Dr Hat, Kelly, Shane and the kids, Nellie, Johnny Quint, Sam, Jack, Steve, John, Coop, Chinny, Joanne, Denise, Bill, Trent, Alana, Brooke and the two Travel Centre helpers Melissa and Jannise • Collins Head/Driver Christian intersection down Driver Christian Road to Bloody Bridge Sam Sheridan and Sid Cooper • Cutters Corn Booky and Vanessa McCowan, Livvy Cooper, Ralph Sonya, Grant Kitto, Martin and Heather Cross, Marx and Lyn Davies, Arthur Evans, Phil Lynam, Lee and Kerry Irvine, Rocky Evans, Richie Douran, Chris and Karenne Gatehouse, Dennis Sterling • Rooty Hill Road The Rooty Hill Road Gang - they want to remain unspecified but you will guess who they are! • Middlegate Road Simon Biggs and family, Danny Forsythe, Peter Arthur and Stephen • Cascade Road David, Sa, Beau and Jared Magri, Meg and Pete Meers, Sue Randall, Laurie Christian, Raewyn Evans, Adon Butterfield, Keyden Weekley, Ro Shaw, Jonno, Jo and Croyden Snell. • New Cascade Road Beef Buffett, Millie and Rees Walden, Sean Cook, Dan and Carole Yager, Mercedes, Eloise and Juliette Grant. • Ferny Lane/Peters Highway Colleen Vincent, Brent Jones, Dieter Bender • Beefsteak Road and the low side of Country Road Brendon King, Allan Tavener and Alex Nobbs • New Farm Road Mel and George Plant, Tom Sim, Les Nobbs, Leslie and Geoff Bennett, Janine Brown. • Douglas Drive from corner above Bishops to Mission Rd turnoff Derek and Scott Greenwood, Liane Oldfielf • Mission Road Kaye and Donna Woods, Judith Thomas, Juanita Swynenburg, Florence Anderson • Grassy Road Jensen and Kathy Lecren • Anson Bay Road/Mission Road intersection along Anson Bay Road to the Forestry Nursery Alan and Pete Summerscales • Forestry Nursery on Anson Bay Road to Toofys gate along the reserve boundaries only I am still waiting on a list of names of the Forestry team • Puppies Point and cliff side of roadway to Gun Club entrance The ‘Pinetree Tours’ gang - Brent Hattersley and Grant Summerscales, Bruce Baskerville and Hassan Mokak • Gun Club entrance on Anson Bay Road to the road and also all of Fishermans Lane Marg Christian and Steve Ryves • Anson Bay Road/Bullocks Hutt Road intersection (beside Pelly Evans house) to the Captain Cook turnoff Sheryl and Claudia Yelavich, Ashlie Rawlinson • Bullocks Hutt/Anson Bay Rd inters/ to the turnoff to Capt. Cooks Jason, Anna,Savannah and Heidi Thomas and Margaret Adams • Rocky Point Road and into Bumborus Road to the cattlestop to Bumborus Drill and Kaye Nobbs • Rocky Point Road from Bumborus Turnoff to Crystal Pool cattlestop John and Gae Christian, Phil McDowel, Lianne Oldfield, Brett and Maggie Berganin, Mark and Kylie Wellington and Pendo • Red Road, Prince Philip Drive to start of reserve. George Nebauer, Lou and Aida, Doug, Eve, Mirrabelle and Wilky, Karn and Sonny Christian, Mitch and Phoebe Evans. • Taylors Road from Qu.Eliz Intersection to the bottom of the hill at Country Road intersection Darren Nicholai, • Uncle Joes Road Thanks to the people who helped do this road. Phil Boothe, Brandt, Teddy and Cristina McRitchie • Country Road Turnoff to Bloody Bridge Thanks to the Kavha Team who cleaned up the banks above the dam Franklin Randall, Dean Fitzpatrick, David Magri and Peter Knapton.

Special thanks have to go to Jonno and Jo of Greenways Press and The Norfolk Islander who run the lists and pleas for help every week for the 2 weeks prior and 4 weeks of the cleanup and also to the Window. Thank you to VL2NI for hosting us for the drawer. Thankyou to my family too Jimbo, Lexi and Brianna who put up with me in the organisation of the cleanup.

Thanks fe ucklun all yorlye

Lou “People are not disturbed by things, but by the view they take of them. Epictetus

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Did you know that changing our attitude can positively effect our perceptions, emotions, and thought processes. A saying I well remember is: “whatever gets your attention, gets you” (source unknown) but it has stuck with me for many years. If I allow myself to dwell on a negative thought, a fear, a hurt or disappointment, that thought will actually cause a negative feeling. Negative feelings produce negative actions. I often call that kind of thinking, ‘stinking thinking’. And when I realise I have been indulging in that, then it becomes time to have a ‘check up from the neck up’

Most of us hate visiting the dentist. So how do we prepare for it? We put it off – over and over – until the pain becomes so bad, that we �� to go…the end result is, that it hurts much more and for longer because of the time we spent beforehand (our attitude) anticipating and dreading the visit. So if you have a toothache? Go and get it fixed now.. Instead of being afraid to go your attitude needs to be … ‘my tooth hurts. I must go to the expert and get it fixed right away.’ It’s all about changing your attitude.

I found these tips on attitude on the web:… http://www.theattitudedoc.com

“1)Be aware. Be open. Be willing to strrrrrrrrretch. 2) Explore your belief system. Ask, “How did I get to be who I am?” The first place to look is with your primary role models—your parents. 3) Evaluate which model works for you and which ones sabotage your happiness. Delete the ones that no longer serve you. 4) Create new habits (attitudes) that support your dreams and passions. 5) Consciously choose to shift from fear and doubt to love and trust. 6) Observe your life. Notice without judgment. 7) Take total responsibility for your life and be aware if you respond to people and circumstances, or react to them. The only place of power is in responsibility. Giving up being a victim is a priority! 8) Experiment in taking one full waking day to appreciate everything that happens to you, and I mean everything. 9)Stop resisting. 10) Express to others how they make a difference in your life. Be grateful for it all.”

It’s a bit like an old Maori proverb I heard once. “Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you.”

�� @counsellor.gov.nf�� A Page from the Past And then we have the dissenting voice of J.H. Maiden, Government Botanist of New South Wales. The Norfolk Islander, Friday 2nd June, 1967 who was on Norfolk in 1902, reporting: “Norfolk Coming of Age - Shirley Christian, daughter of Island is not adapted to the cultivation of the vine. It Alec (Yaya) and Joy Christian, turned twenty-one on simply runs wild and produces small grapes. Isabella, Wednesday, 24th May and celebrated the occasion last however, flourishes and is free from disease”. Saturday evening at her home in Cascades, when 80 In the Ditch - Hail! A new and worthy club young people gathered to congratulate Shirley on her champion - Lober Christian! Not only did Lober coming-of-age. outplay the ‘Old Fox’ (Don Hickey) last week-end but Shirley tells us that Mum, sister Eileen and Aunt he also out-generalled him! At one stage in the game it Rose Evans did all the cooking. Her 21st Birthday appeared as if Don was taking over from Greenkeeper gift from Mum and Dad was a very lovely pearl drop Jack Dale and cutting the greens consistently. necklace which Shirley is proudly wearing. Lober won the match and Championship on the Pageant of Norfolk - There was a queue outside thirty-second end 31-24. ‘Leeside’ last Tuesday morning at 8.15a.m. Response After the game Don congratulated Lober by saying to the bookings for the Pageant has been excellent. At “keep up this form and you are sure to skip a team in the time of going to press there are some seats left. the next Bounty Tournament. New seats have been purchased and altogether there Football - Last Sunday saw the end of the Longridge should be room for approximately 600 persons at each team’s run of victories with their defeat by Cascades, performance - Saturday, 10th and Monday, 12th June. 18 to 15. Except, perhaps, for the last two rows, for which the Due to the late arrival of the Skymaster, Longridge old forms will be used (and we have sat through many was forced to play with only 11 men in the first 10 performances at Rawson Hall on these before, haven’t minutes, but by the way Cascades threw the ball about we?), everyone will be comfortably seated. they would have needed 14 men to have stemmed the Grape Vines growing on Norfolk Island - As we tide. had published a lengthy article on wine growing in The kick-off was delayed 30 minutes and play the Hunter Valley of N.S.W. we asked Merval Hoare commenced at 4.00 p.m. From the outset, Cascades to do a little research for us on grapes grown on were quickly into attack and within the first few Norfolk Island and she came up with these interesting minutes John Bergagnin had scored. A few minutes paragraphs:- leter Ian Goode landed a very good field goal to make Major Robert Ross, in his report to Governor Phillip the scores 5-nil. Ian then scored another try which in 1790, wrote about grapes on Norfolk Island: “From Hussa Harris converted and Cascades forged further 8 grape vines which I found in His Excellency’s garden into the lead. and 2 I found in Lieutenant Cresswell’s, there are 600 The two Longridge players who had been working cuttings planted and all of them are in a flourishing the plane arrived soon after this and the game took on a condition. Last August His Excellency the Governor- different aspect - Cascades doing their utmost to retain in-Chief sent 250 cuttings from Port Jackson all of the lead and Longridge trying their hardest to maintain which are thriving equally well with the others and their undefeated record. some of the old stocks have fruit this year and in the As far as the spectators were concerned, it was a course of 2 or 3 years I can see no reason why we may most exciting match. It was rather torrid in the second not have as much wine made here upon this Island as half - John Bergagnin got himself 3 broken ribs! Hope will supply New South Wales and this place”. you are not laced up too long, John, as Cascades will Lieutentnat Governor King, in his report to certainly miss you. Governor Phillip in 1791, said: “Vines and oranges Scoreres for Cascades were - John Bergagnin 3; Ian are very thriving - of the former there will be a great Goode 5; Norman Buffett 3; Hussa Harris 4 and Kevin quantity in a few years”. Williams 3. In 1835, James Backhouse, a Quaker Missionary, For Longridge - Sid Cooper 6 (2 tries); Chilla who spent about 6 years going around the Australian Buffett 3; Speedie Barrett 3 and Norm Trickey 3. Colonies and who was on Norfolk Island in April of Points for the Best and Fairest went to Hussa Harris that year, wrote in his book about these travels: “After 3; John Bergagnin 2 and Alan Tavener 1. visiting a gang of invalids employed in breaking - Tom. stones, I walked to a place called ‘The Cascades’ on the north-east of the Island. A little brook descends from the hills and winds among the grassy ways bordered in many places with copses and straggling tree ferns Chiswick Cottage till it reaches an open valley formerly inhabitated by ART AND CRAFT SHOP settlers where their old chimneys are still standing and their orchards have run wild and have spreading grape Locally made Childrens’ Wear, Craft, vines,, lemons, figs and guavas all round”. Local Photography, Art, Books and much more! From ‘The Experiences of a Convict (J.F. Mortlock) who was here in 1844, we read “...... and lucurient NOW OPEN FROM 2pm vines (like those of Italy on trellis work) and bearing WED, SAT, SUN in season, heavy bunches of tempting fruit”. Two Chimney’s Road • Steele’s Point Police News Sudoku Number 41 - Medium BOUNTY DAY TRAFFIC ARRANGEMENTS Police advise the community of the following traffic 8 1 2 arrangements in the Kingston area on Bounty Day: • About 9.15am the Kingston Pier area will be closed 8 3 4 to traffic. Pier Street will be blocked from the intersection with Quality Row, and Bay Street will 4 1 8 be blocked near Munna’s. • About 10am Quality Row will be blocked from the 3 7 6 Cenotaph to the Cemetery. CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATION 4 8 In a small community like Norfolk Island, Police rely on information received from the general public to 2 1 9 help us do our job. We encourage people to contact us, and we are careful to ensure our sources of information remain confidential. 5 4 2 This emphasis on confidentiality doesn’t just apply to information we receive. We are very aware that 6 2 9 having dealings with Police can be a sensitive issue for people and their family and friends, particularly in 1 9 6 a small, isolated community such as ours. The people of Norfolk Island can be assured that no information 7 1 2 9 8 5 3 4 6 SUDOKU RULES regarding matters between an individual and Police is 3 8 9 1 4 6 7 2 5 Fill in the grid so released to any unauthorised source. that every column, 6 5 4 3 7 2 1 8 9 CRIMESTOPPERS every row and every Crimestoppers can be reached on 13999 and will take 4 7 1 6 5 3 8 9 2 3x3 box contains information on any criminal matter. All Crimestoppers 9 3 5 8 2 4 6 1 7 the digits 1 through reports will be accepted anonymously. 8 2 6 7 1 9 4 5 3 9. There is no math Norfolk Island police wish to reassure members of 1 4 3 2 9 7 5 6 8 involved. You solve this community that any calls to Crimestoppers are 2 6 8 5 3 1 9 7 4 each puzzle with made in the strictest confidence and are not subject to 5 9 7 4 6 8 2 3 1 reasoning and logic. caller ID or subscriber tracing. Each puzzle only Members of the public requiring police assistance Last week’s solution has one solution. on the Island are requested to dial the normal Island number for police attendance (ph 22222). The Crimestoppers number is for reporting criminal information and will not result in an immediate police attendance. RADIO NORFOLK airs Island Beat at 2.30pm each Thursday.

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. Thank You Norfolk Islanders My wife and I have had the wonderful privilege of being on Norfolk Island for the past four months while I have been the minister of the Uniting Church. During our 16 weeks I have met many great people through tennis, golf and bowls as well as in the various churches on the island, and my wife has met other creative people through craft, garden club and working at the Uniting Church Opportunity Shop. We have thoroughly enjoyed the people, places and the history of this beautiful island. People are welcoming, friendly and helpful to visitors such as us. The various combined church activities are enriching and go well for the Christianity on the island. Thank you to the helpful staff at Radio Norfolk and at the Norfolk Islander for their professional assistance. I have expressed some of my wonder and appreciation in the following poem.

HOLIDAY ON NORFOLK ISLAND Your touch down is smooth, flying Norfolk Air, Facing the window, you smile as you stare. Welcoming parties ask “you’re staying where?” Your holiday time is without a care. Each day starts out clear, unless fog moves in. Sun shines through clouds, where raining had been. Deep waters changing from sky-blue to green. The coast line and cliffs, the best you have seen. Tag-a-long tours to old convict grounds, Or jump on a bus as it does its rounds. Eat like you don’t care about extra pounds. Relax and enjoy, there’s more ups than downs. The mobile mowers keep grass short and green. Their brown calling cards show where they have been. Their fully grown calves refuse to wean. Cattle rule Norfolk as their King and Queen. The “Convict Night” makes you quite a site, Ghost stories abound throughout “Sound and Light” Through “Glass Bottom Boats” the fish world looks bright. Witty poems enhance “Wonderland by Night.” Trek through the forest or fish from a boat. Captain Cook’s lookout brings gasps from your throat. In Emily Bay you swim or just float. While high Puppy’s Point makes the world seem remote. RW

Full moon is dancing on tall Norfolk Pine Sunset is spilling like brilliant red wine. Starlight is twinkling like diamonds cut fine. Dusk is now falling as day/night combine.

Your colourful jet speeds into the skies, You lean back and smile while closing your eyes. From tax tree shopping to tasty fish fries. Holiday on Norfolk will always surprise. RW What’s on at the

MOVIESTHIS WEEK AFTER THE PLAY The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett A drama/ romance Rated M This is the story of man who is born in his eighties and ages backwards. As he gets older his body gets physically younger. We follow his story set in New Orleans from the end of World War 1 in 1918 into the 21st Century, a journey that is as unusual as any man’s life can be. Changeling “Revolutionary Road” Starring Angelina Jolie and John Malkovich. A Starring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio, with drama/thriller rated MA Kathy Bates. Rated M In 1928 Los Angeles, single mother Christine The Wheelers, a young couple living in a Connecticut Collins comes home from work to discover her 9-year- suburb during the mid-1950s, have a nice suburban old son Walter is missing. Five months later the police life with two little children. But they are dissatisfied – with much press fanfare – find a boy they insist is with the bland ordinariness of their lives, he in a job he Walter, but Christine insists he isn’t. Determined to despises and she as a housewife, and decide to move to keep the story intact, Capt. J.J. Jones orders Christine Paris, even though it means she will have to work as a to be put in a psychiatric hospital on the basis that secretary at an international agency, and he can work she is delusional. Anti-police corruption crusading out what he wants to do in life. But, just as they are broadcaster The Reverend Gustav Briegleb comes to about to up and move, circumstances change and their her aid, and when another young boy comes forward troubled relationship is thrown further into disarray. with evidence to link his uncle to as many as 20 dead boys, Christine has to endure the trial and continuing FROM 10 JUNE uncertainty. Based on a true story. “Gran Torino” Starring Clint Eastwood. Rated M Following his wife’s funeral, grumpy Korean War MOVIE TIMES vet Walt Kowalski has little to do but drink beer and sneer at his mostly South East Asian neighbours. Next door, Hmong teenager Thao is reluctantly pushed into Revolutionary Road (M) an initiation for the local Hmong gang – to steal Walt’s pristine 1972 Gran Torino – until Walt catches him at Saturday, 6 June 7.30 pm it. But when the prickly old geezer is out of beer, he Sunday, 7 June 5.30 pm grudgingly accepts an invitation from Thao’s sister Sue Wednesday, 10 June 3.30 pm to go next door for a barbecue. His resentment begins to thaw and, when Thao wants to repair the family Gran Torino (M) name and work for Walt doing odd jobs, Walt starts Wednesday, 10 June 6.30 pm to recognise the humanity in the boy and becomes the Friday, 12 June 7.30 pm father figure the boy doesn’t have, leading to dramatic Saturday, 13 June 7.30 pm changes in everyone’s lives. Sunday, 14 June 5.30 pm Wednesday, 17 June 3.30 pm FROM 18 JUNE

The NATS comedy “Social Climbers”. Admission Adults $12 Tickets are available from World Traders. Children under 15 $6 The Ferny Lane Theatre Golf Report • Wednesday 24th June – Individual Stableford Last Saturday a reasonably good field played in • Saturday 27th June – Individual Versus Par changeable conditions in an Open Stableford event. Cap’n Stumpy’s Stand-in Our thanks go to Max’s for sponsoring the ladies event on the day. Winning the ladies event on the day was Pat McCoy Netball News with a sensational 46 stableford points. Coming in Lets hope there will be no heavy showers today. We second in the ladies was Belinda Grube with a very know you are all itching to make up for a week of lost creditable 40 points. The men’s competition was netball. Bring all that energy to the courts kids. taken out by Shorty Kiernan with 42 points. Shorty JUNIORS has obviously benefited from a small break from the Please be at the courts at 9.30 for your half hour game and is back to playing his best. Runner-up on warm up activities. 40 points was Grubb Christian, and winning third 10.00am - Court 1: Gov’s Goblins v Red Rubies. place on a countback with 39 points was El Presidente Umpires Suzanne / Nicola - Court 2: Brewery Beesting Brent Hattersley. The two unfortunates beaten in the v M.G.F. Machine. Umpires Livi / Serina. countback were former president Rees Walden and John Anderson, making a welcome return to Saturday INTERMEDIATES golf. The pro pin was won by Cooky, with Chris Magri You are all experienced enough to remember that being closest on the 9th/18th. Jeff Murdoch took out nails should be cut and all jewellery off. Before you the men’s nearest the pin for the second shot on 2nd take the court to play hole, and Pat McCoy won the ladies on the 8th hole. 11.00am - Court 1: Cruizers v Yela’s Sharp Today’s golf is Christian Bailey Agencies Monthly Shooters. Umpires Suzanne / Suzie; Court 2: Swoosh Medal and Lisner’s Trophy Round 6 Stroke. Tee off v Rockets. Umpires Serina / Teneale times are 8:30 am and 12:30 pm and all players are SENIORS reminded to have their cards in at least 15 minutes 4th round NI TAB Trophy. beforehand. 1.30pm - Court 1: Sue’s Team v Diamond Flyers. Golfing with an older man Umpires Jo / Suzie B. Scorers, B.C.E. A young man who was also an avid golfer found 2.45pm - Court 2: B.C.E. v Brewery. Umpires himself with a few hours to spare one afternoon. He Sue / Diamond F. Scorers Diamond F. figured if he hurried and played very fast, he could get Clean up duty: Brewery in nine holes before he had to head home. Just as he Bye: Big Suff was about to tee off an old gentleman shuffled onto the Last weeks results. A few closed games, only a few tee and asked if he could accompany the young man goals difference. as he was golfing alone. Not being able to say no, he Big Suff 37 def Sue’s team 31. Game too fast at allowed the old gent to join him. times with unnecessary loss of possession. All Players To his surprise the old man played fairly quickly. He put in good efforts. didn’t hit the ball far, but plodded along consistently Diamond Flyers 36 def B.C.E. 33. Beautiful, fast, and didn’t waste much time. Finally, they reached the but controlled game by both teams. Excellent defence 9th fairway and the young man found himself with a by Sheenie and Chealsea. tough shot. There was a large pine tree right in front of WORLD MASTERS GAMES his ball - and directly between his ball and the green. Senior players please see Hen after netball today. After several minutes of debating how to hit the This is your last chance to show interest. If no interest shot the old man finally said, “You know, when I was today, it will not happen. your age I’d hit the ball right over that tree.” With that challenge placed before him, the youngster SUBS REMINDER swung hard, hit the ball up, right smack into the top of All grades please pay you subs A.S.A.P, if you the tree trunk and it thudded back on the ground not a haven’t already. Thank you. foot from where it had originally lay. FUNDRAISER The old man offered one more comment, “Of Mixed Netball Comp is coming up on 14th June. course, when I was your age that pine tree was only Team names must be in to Sheryl at Westpac by three feet tall.” Wednesday 10th June. No Later! There will be sausage Upcoming Events and steak sandwiches for sale, ‘special’ drinks will • Wednesday 10th June – 2 Person Ambrose Draw also be available. Full esky’s and social fun makers for Partner welcome. • Saturday 13th June – Two Chimneys Wines Bounty Team Rego is $100 per team, can be paid on the Tournament Rd 1 day. There will be a rule of 3 men, 4 women to take • Sunday 14th June - Two Chimneys Wines Bounty the court. Remember a 1.00pm start to take the court. Tournament Rd 2 Come along for a great afternoon of fun, and I’m sure • Wednesday 17th June – WGNSW Stroke and laughter!! Putting Thanks Yorlye • Saturday 20th June – TAB Round 3 – Canadian Foursomes Cheryl Tennis Club Hetherington v Jason Quintal, Gaelene Christian and Jamie Reynolds. Start time is 5.30. BIC CUP SUNDAY 22ND JUNE THURSDAY NIGHT SOCIAL - Social night, all Choice of partner Mixed Doubles, one of our annual locals and visitors to Norfolk are welcome to come on events which usually sees a huge field involved. So get down to the club at around 5.30 for some social fun. your partners organised and put your names down at For all of you who aren’t currently playing in a team, the club. Dependant on number of entries start time be it Monday’s for the social team night of the week, will probably be around 2 o’clock. Mens comp on a Tuesday or Wednesday Mixed comp, 2009 SOUTH PACIFIC MINI GAMES if you’d like to list yourself as a reserve, or interested COOK ISLANDS TRAINING SQUAD in playing when the next comp starts, please give the The club is seeking expressions of interest for club a call and get your name down. those who would like to represent Norfolk in tennis ALL VISITORS TO NORFOLK – Are more than at the upcoming mini-games. Any others who would welcome at the club anytime during the day for a social be willing to assist in a training schedule, as well as hit. There are plenty of racquets available, plus balls fundraising for the tour would be welcome. Should for a small charge of $16 per hour per court. There is you wish to be included please contact Scott or Danny an honesty box for those who’d like to play, or if you at the club. have any further queries please give the club a call. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES The club also has the facility for those of you who At this time of year we are happy to invite new would like to come down on a non-comp night for a arrivals, not to mention our old members who’d like hit with the coin operated light facility. Cost is $4 per to start up again, to join the club, fees for the rest of half hour, operated by deposit of 2 x $2 coins in the the year are - Full Single Membership $40, Junior $25 box next to the main entry doors. and Family $85. UPCOMING EVENTS NIGHT COMPS Planning a Party or Celebration of a Special Event- ALL PLAYERS playing in the Monday, Tuesday For all those workplaces, members, friends, relatives and Wednesday night competitions please note that it and others currently considering organising their is your responsibility to find a reserve if you are unable Christmas functions – yes it’s not that far away – or to play, and not call the club at 5.00pm on the night to any birthdays, anniversary’s or other function we at the advise you “can’t make it”. If you are unable to front tennis club are happy to look at attending them for you it is your responsibility to pay the nights fee for your here at the club. If you’ve got an idea we can probably replacement. cater for it, so if yorlye have any queries please give MONDAY NIGHT HARDY’S WINES COMP – the club a call. As this Monday is Bounty Day there will be no comp, the following week being Queen’s Birthday there will also be no comp. So whilst there are a couple of weeks FOR SALE off this gives all of you who haven’t put a team in as yet the opportunity to get one together. Any queries DA DOO LARNA JUSTIN please give the club a call. MUSICAL INSTRUMENT TUESDAY NIGHT SMUDGIES RESTRINGS SAEL and HEAD COMP – Firstly a big thank you to • Marshall VS100 Valvestate 3-Channel Smudgie for allowing a couple of our trainees for the Guitar Amplifier $450 Cook Island Games to take part in this new competition • VOX Cambridge 30 Reverb Twin w/ Blue starting this week. The draw for this week and new Celestion Speaker Guitar Amplifier $500 teams are Smudgie, Joe Nobbs, Riki Cooper and Kane • Ibanez Ergodyne 4-String Electric Bass Anderson v Jason Quintal, Duncan Sanderson, Toni EDB500 w/hardcase $675 Wilson and Will Partridge; Sam Taylor, Shane Blanch, • Ibanez RX170 6-String Electric Guitar w/ Shane Laginikoro and Hubert Finney v James Elliott, hardcase $250 Hadyn Bell, Dylan Billman and Andre Forrester; • Fender Squire Stratocaster 6-String Electric Duncan Gray, George Parsons, Tanya Randall and Guitar w/gig bag $250 Blake O’Hara v Georgie Gray, Mickos Graham, Inspection and Offers welcome. Peter Swynenberg and Brad Griffiths. Start time is 6 Please phone Aaron or Jackie o’clock. on 22547 or 50413. WEDNESDAY NIGHT GREENWAYS PRESS COMP – Due to the somewhat inclement weather last week we will be finishing that nights matches and the draw remains Danny Nobbs, Blake O’Hara ISLAND VET SURGERY and Reuben Bigg v Brett Bergagnin, Alan McNeil and Kyla Blackwell; James Elliott, Chris Gatehouse Middlegate and Jeht Nobbs v Sam Taylor, Emma Wright and Brad Telephone: 50838 or 23838 Griffiths; Rhys Schmitz, Karen Menadue and Will Partridge v Yarm Menzies, Rossco Quintal and Andre Forrester; Georgie Gray, Luke Quintal and Mitchell Ph: 50VET Squash News Juniors Junior squash is on every Wednesday for the older kids with Brian and Mal from 3.30 till 4.30 The younger kids will now be on Thursday with Poppa and Steve from 3.30 till 4.15. There are going to be more rules in place for the juniors as we are thinking of the kids safety. There are only one coach per court so we want kids that want to learn squash to come down and to be on the courts not running around inside and outside of the Leagues Club. We can not teach squash to the ones that want to learn and keep an eye on kids not taking part. If they are there and don’t want to play squash they will be sent home. Saturday Juniors Juniors are on from 9.00 am till 11.30 with Sarlu and any parents that can help. Times and draw is on notice board at squash courts. If not sure of times turn up at 9.00 am. Juniors are reminded to give there squashathon forms and money to Sarlu or Mal by the end of next week. Night Comp. Squash Draw - Wednesday 10th June R 8 Court 1 4.30pm Puk v Mal R 5.00pm Darryl R v Tony W 5.30pm Katie v Peter H 6.00pm Coral R v Chris M 6.30pm Brendon C v Grant N 7.00pm Mike J v Ginny 7.30pm Brendon A v Sarlu Court 2 4.30pm Poppa v Jonno 5.00pm Matt S v Micheal V 5.30pm Debbie J v Russell 6.00pm Don R v Steve O 6.30pm Andrew U v Gye D 7.00pm Becky N v Richard C 7.30pm Snobbles v Brian J Happy Ladies Thursday night Squash Any ladies interested in learning how to play squash please call Ginny Walker for Information. 50th Birthday Dad! Oceania Masters and Names are also being called for a trip to Whakatane to play in the Oceania Masters on the dates of Friday Happy 30th 23rd October till Monday the 26th October. More information can be obtained from Rae T on Wedding Anniversary 23354. Dates to remember yorlye two • 13th till 17th July -Norfolk Island Squash Masters. • 17th September till 3rd October -Mini Games Cook Islands. for the 12th. • 23rd till 26th October -Oceania Masters Whakatane New Zealand. Love from all ucklun Pro Pin went to Shane McCoy with 62 metres. Welcome to visitor David Glen – hope you enjoyed our course and had a great day! This Saturday is the Christian-Bailey Agencies Monthly Medal. Wednesday 10th June is a 2 person ambrose draw for partner. Fixture cards are available at the club house. See you on the course and Happy Golfing! Join the J-A-M CCR In an ever increasing world of chaos and change, the idea of taking regular short breaks to reconnect with one’s inner strength and values may seem futile. However, taking just-a-minute each hour has been Wednesday Bowls found to make the following 59 minutes calmer, more Another game in the Ladies Pairs was played on focused and more effective. Sunday with Annie and Phoebe having a decided win Just-A-Minute is about helping people incorporate against Joy and Jackie 25-10 meditation into busy schedules and stressful On Wednesday 8 members and two visitors Joan circumstances. The positive effects of meditation on Cummings from Banora and Robert Weir played a few our health and well being are well known and well ends of social bowls while we waited for the arrival documented. Meditation is now offered in schools, of our Patron Hazel to celebrate her 100th birthday. hospitals, offices, government buildings and prisons. As a member said “ It’s like waiting for the Queen to To help people relax, slow down and refresh the mind. arrive.” Hazel you did look like the queen and we all Increasingly doctors are recommending meditation enjoyed the company of your relatives and long time for patients with chronic problems such as heart fellow bowlers. conditions, AIDS and cancer as well as depression, IMPORTANT NOTICE hyperactivity and ADD. Have you got your names in for the start of the Why not join the J-A-M and restore your peace of Barefoot Three Bowls Pairs commencing tomorrow mind, increase your power of concentration, recharge the 7th ? Last chance to play over 5 Sundays and the your mental and spiritual batteries or simply “chill winners receive 2 return tickets to N’Z. $10 per person out” for just a minute. per week. “Be a light to others and you won’t stumble on your Are you wondering why this great chance is coming own path. Practice meditation for a minute every hour your way ? will enhance the quality of your life and those around We have a representative team going to the Asia you” www.freemeditations.com/JAM-just-aminute. Pacific Games who are ...... Carmen Anderson, html Debbie Wiford,Margaret O’Brian,Annie Pledger and Why not join us at Friends of Yoga to help you Petal Hoare with Kate Smith as their Manager\ Sub. shift from a stress to serenity. Classes for this week are and this is a fundraiser to help them on their way. Tuesday 5.30 – 7.00pm with Sarah and Thursday 5.30 SO GET YOUR TEAM TOGETHER FOR THIS – 7.00pm with Sue or Lyn. IMPORTANT CAUSE. Friends of Yoga is situated upstairs in the Cyber INEY centre at the end of the village and a small charge of $8 applies. Namaste.

Wednesday Golf 27 May and 3 June Wednesday 27 May was a club stableford competition. Winning the Ladies was Joy Evans with 38 points. Winning the men’s was Teddy Evans with 39 points beating Ritchie Cottle and Ian Keirnan on a countback. Pro Pin was won by Pat NcCoy with 99cm. Chiswick Cottage Visiting golfers Dennis Smith, Allan Driscoll, ART AND CRAFT SHOP Peter Thompson and Clive Robinson, were warmly welcomed. Locally made Childrens’ Wear, Craft, The first Wednesday comp in June was a stroke Local Photography, Art, Books and much more! event and despite the unsteady weather, 18 players hit the field. NOW OPEN FROM 2pm Winning the day was Teva Evans with a great 65 WED, SAT, SUN nett. Coming in second was Umi with 70 nett beating Two Chimney’s Road • Steele’s Point Joy Evans on a countback. 3 Things Mens Bowls One of the more common reasons for men or women Last Saturday the quarter-finals of the Mens Champs joining the gym, or starting an exercise routine is to Pairs were played. Bobby and Pumpa def Force and achieve a flatter, firmer midriff. Neil Solomon 20-17. There is a common misconception that by adding, Phil Jones and Kerry Roberts def Pete Walkinshaw or increasing the number of crunches that you do you and Clarkie 24-10. will miraculously attain a smaller waistline. Clancy and Dave Smith (sub for Keith) def Terry The truth is that great abs is a combination of many King and Gerry Harding 22-9. factors. Moochie and Barry def Dan Yager and Cab 23-13. 3 Things do to achieve a better Today the semi-finals will be played. Bobby and Pumpa vs Clancy and ‘?”.; and Phil Jones looking mid section. and Kerry Roberts vs Moochie and Barry Wilson. 1. Nutrition We are sorry to hear about your mishap Keith, Doing all the crunches in the world is great for everyone wishes you a speedy recovery, especially building muscle in your abdominal area, but if there Barry and the club. is still a layer of fat residing over the top you are not Dave Smith subbed for Keith last week, but he also going to the see results you want. Eating a healthy, has an injury, so don’t know who is pairing up with balanced diet with a reduced intake of fat is one way to Clancy today. ensure a reduction in body fat around your waistline. Also being played today is the final of the Mens 2. Exercise Fours Championships. Jack Frazer, Ron Campion, Like your nutrition program your exercise Cab and Goof vs Spindles, Gavin Snell, Force and Tim routine should be a balanced with a combination of Sheridan. Good luck to all bowlers. cardiovascular, core, resistance training and stretching Social bowls will also be played. Names inn by to achieve maximal results. 1.30pm for a 2.00pm start. 3. Posture That’s all for this week, Cab. Poor posture is one way to make your core sluggish. Sit tall, walk tall and activate your core muscles whenever possible, not only will you sneak an abdominal workout in, but you instantly add inches to your height and take kilos from your frame. The secret to great abs lies in not just hundreds NORFOLK ISLAND LEAGUES CLUB of crunches, but a lifestyle shift to better health and wellbeing. Open 7 Days from 11.00a.m. Good Health! visitors welcome Leanne Webb Director \ Trainer Form Health and Body Management Ltd [email protected] • Full Bar Service • • Club Restaurant • Lunch - Monday to Sunday A Little Known Sporting Fact 12midday to 2.00p.m. The first testicular guard was used in cricket in Dinner - MondayMonday toto SundaySunday 1874, and the first cricket helmet was used in 1974. 6.00p.m. - 8.00p.m. It took just 100 years for men to realise that the brain Friday open until 9.00p.m. may also be important. (Private Functions Catered for) • Live Entertainment • • Big Screen TV • Squash Courts • ‘Phone 22440

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FOR SALE Lifestyle and Position GARAGE SALE Prestigious address with picturesque views of NEXT SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Philip and Nepean Islands. Four bedrooms, 6th and 7th June - 12.30pm both days. open plan living area and kitchen. Separate at 20 John Adam’s Road. Items include aluminium step ladder, wheel dining room and family room. Wide verandah barrow (plastic bucket), wooden ext ladder, taking in magnifi cent view. Cathedral ceilings tools, tool box, skill saw, sander, grinder, car and Norfolk Island Pine throughout. Concrete vacuum cleaner, 12ft pipe and netting gate, pot drive to double garage. $550,000. plant stand, pot plants, all sorts concrete plant pots, stihl chainsaw, double fibreglass tubs (ideal Secluded and Elevated for shed, polythene water piping and fittings, Three bedrooms with built-in robes. Newly renovated water hoses (various lengths), electric leads kitchen and dining area with full height glass doors (various lengths), all sorts of music, craft goodies opening on to spacious entertainment area. Living including books, oak bedside cabinets, fish tank, room has timber floor, fireplace and cathedral ceiling. paint and paint roller set, sewing cabinet, glass Bose surround system throughout. This residence is louvers, stamp albums with hanger sheets and located to take advantage of attractive views across lots more valley and hills to Philip Island. Fruit trees and orchard. Well kept lawns. $630,000 HAND CRAFTED WOODEN STAIRCASE AND BALUSTRADE, installed but never used. Tel 23068 Level Land or 50639 for details. Fenced, cleared and well maintained. Electricity at the 36 metre road frontage. Collins Head Road HILLI LOUNGE WINEBAR AND area with distant seas views. Over half an acre RESTAURANT and desirable. $185,000 • Queen Elizabeth Avenue • Well established restaurant in great position in Land... Land... Land... the same complex as the Cyclorama and close to A delightful flat area of over 2 acres. fifty five metre hotels. road frontage. Fenced on all four sides. Mostly cleared. • Managed by Husband and Wife Team (One a Well kept with hedges on the perimeter. A stand of Chef) trees at the far end. A well with water. Cascade area. • Employing an additional Chef, a Dishwasher, $245,000 Maitre D plus waitstaff • Good Lease and reasonable Rent Rentals • Figures showing good returns 3 Bedroom House, Ball Bay, $230 p/wk • Seating for 31 inside and Outside for additional 12 (includes GST) set in lovely gardens • Open 7 nights for dinner and 6 days at lunchtime 3 Bedroom House, Grassy Road. $165 p/wk Asking Price $175,000 SAV. Contact Jackie on 50413 includes lawns and GST or email: [email protected] - L.J. Quintal 2 Bedroom flat, walking distance to shops. $85 Real Estate p/wk. Lawns included (includes GST) NISSAN PULSAR 1991, grey sedan, automatic, good 2 Bedroom House, quiet and private. Lawns condition and well maintained. TEP returning soon to included (includes GST) $170 p/wk Kiwi. $2000.00. Phone 22122.

SUZUKI ESCUDO JEEP – 2 Door, Manual. Excellent condition. Regularly serviced. Island 12 month rego. Please phone Winny 23662 or 50662 Realty We’re importing a male Red heeler pup next weekend NBN 2800 15439 from Bris. HIS SISTER (RED ALSO) STILL NEEDS A HOME. Well bred, placid, great natured Ph: 22601 parents (mother-red, father-patchwork red/blue) ANYONE INTERESTED... let us know ASAP and David Bell were happy to share in transport / import vet checks On 50701 or 22240 a/h: [email protected] and pickup / delivery. Phone Darren 50500 or Shari David Buffett 50502 or E-mail advancefi[email protected] On 51155 or 22005 a/h; [email protected] MAZDA 121 in good condition. Rego to February ROOFING IRON. New slight superficial shipping 2010. Good tyres. $3,000ono. Ph 22822 mobile damage. 10 sheets 5.1m Speedeck. light green. Good 51877 profile for flat roofs. $35 per sheet. Call Charles 50359 BOUNTY DAY BUGS AND PRAWNS. Cooked prawns $28 per kilo, Balmain Bugs $30 per kilo. Ph TELEVISION 68CM, TELEFUNKEN FLAT 22524 or 53252 SCREEN, excess to requirements, in near new condition. $420.00 ONO. CALL 50413 OR 22547 NISSAN SUNNY out of rego. Motor perfect but body needs work. Open to offers. Please phone 23070 TIMBER PACKING CRATES 2 of approximately 2.5m3 $50 each. Call Charles 50357 HUSQUVANA 42” RIDE ON MOWER. Available to look at at Cascade Motors. TODAY’S SPECIAL CROISSANTS 1974 BLACK LH SLR5000 TORANA. Auto. New Marks Bakery bonnet and scoop and guard flare to be fitted. Roll cage and 2 very wide mags with tyres. Must sell - TRUCKS - FORD COURIER 4WD FLATDECK owner leaving island. No offers $5,500. Phone Benny TRUCK; MITSUBISHI MINICAB 4WD 2007 on 23239 or work 22168 FLATDECK TRUCK; MOTORBIKES - SUZUKI TS125ER MOTORBIKE; HONDA XLR 125 MOTORBIKE. View at Advance Hire Cars shed.

THE RECYCLED TREASURES SHOP has lots more exciting new items for sale from this Saturday (12.30 to 3.00pm). Some of these are: Xbox games, giftware, coffee machine, microwave dishes, frypans, kitchenware, clothing, framed prints, jewelry, magazines, glassware and more.

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2 black - 1 male / 1 femle 6 MONTH OLD CATS. Vaccinated, wormed, desexed. Ready for some loving at a new home. THIS ANTIQUE QUEEN ANNE DRESSING THREE KITTENS. 2 tabby, 1 black. FIV tested, TABLE is Mahogany with a three-way mirror, 5- wormed and ﬂea protection. Drawers and matching Stool - $995.00. There is ONE ADULT BLACK CAT 1.5 years old. also a Queen Anne Mirror $395.00; A size Small Please coontact Island Venterinary Surgery on 23838 WHITE FULL-LENGTH BALLROOM GOWN or 50838 with petticoat - $100.00. All items are in clean and excellent condition. For further enquiries or to view, please ring Jan Bradley 22136(H) or 51848.

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Blinds - Venetian , Roller & Vertical made to measure and installed Wardrobe doors -Silent Glide with timber or Mirror inﬁll great range of colours available - made to �� measure Stainless Steel -balustrade and /or rigging Locks available- Lockwood, Union, Chubb, Whitco �� Abloy - Mechanical and digital �� Aluminium Joinery- all designs considered �� Mirrors- wall bathroom lounge All jobs please ask for quotation and/ or samples �� available. �� CONTACT MILT on mobile 54666 or work 23030 Home 22136 �� Workshop behind the Bank Taylors Road �� Home and Property Maintenance �� Additions, Renovations and Reﬁts. �� QUALIFIED CARPENTER. �� Ring Jake on 50992 or 50373 ��

POSITIONS VACANT �� KITCHEN HAND required at Governor’s Lodge � �� Resort. Enquiries in the first instance to Jo Kelly or � �� Kiri Blanch. � �� QUALIFIED PLUMBER. Please phone 50305. � �� TRAVEL CONSULTANT � �� (Full Time) �� LIKE TO JOIN A DYNAMIC TEAM? �� Some of the qualities we are looking for: • Commitment to excellence in customer �� service �� • Positive attitude and flexible thinking �� • Ability to maintain cool under pressure when necessary �� • Professional manner �� • Multi skilled ---- Prepared to do whatever office work required from reception to special �� events �� • Galileo & Crosscheck qualifications preferred �� • Self – motivated For the right person this is a fantastic opportunity LATITUDE 29” requires CASUAL STAFF to demonstrate your personal attributes whilst MEMBER for cafe duties, Mondays, Fridays and at the same time promoting beautiful Norfolk Saturdays. Other days maybe required to cover staff Island. Ring Business Solutions on 24280 and/ leave. Some cafe experience would be desirable, with or email your resume to [email protected]. a happy and efficient disposition a must. Please ph Applications close on 10th June 2009. Sarah on 22507 or 23226 Absolute Confidentiality Assured QUALIFIED PLASTERER WANTED – Please CARER REQUIRED to assist elderly gentleman. apply to PO Box 694, Norfolk Island Some cooking and cleaning required. Good wages and conditions. Apply in writing to Box 240 Norfolk COMPUTER TECHNICIAN sought for growing Island. computer support business. Must have experience in support of MS operating systems and applications, CABINETMAKER required for JCB Cabinets Please hardware troubleshooting and networking. Preference phone 50411 or send resume to po box.404. given to applicants with MS or other IT certification. This is not a TEP renewal. Contact Ian or Monica at World Traders 22115 or email [email protected]. All Seasons Colonial has a vacancy for CHEF. Please ROSALIE AND JOHN’S NURSERY hours for the ‘phone Tim of 22177 or email resume to tim.cim@col next two weeks. onialnorfolkisland.com Saturday 6th open 2 - 5pm Wednesday 10th Closed Experienced ACCOUNTS PERSON required by Saturday 13th open 2 - 5pm World Traders full or part time. Must be willing Wednesday 17th Closed to learn and support Attache accounting package. Saturday 20th open 2pm - 5pm. Please contact Ian or Monica on 22115 or email Then back to normal Wednesday and Saturday [email protected]. afternoons.

ON-CALL CHEF REQUIRED, Must have at least ALWAYS WANTED! 5 years experience and able to work unsupervised. Please contact NI RSL Bistro 23236 AUSTRALIAN OR NEW ZEALAND NEWSPAPERS. Please contact Island Veterinary A GEM OF A JOB! Clinic on 23838 or 50838 Business Development Executive to develop Special Interest Tours to Beautiful Norfolk EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Island, working mostly with the New Zealand Market. The NIT Tourism Awards Committee invites The person we are seeking is: Expressions of Interest FOR THE CATERING OF • Passionate about their work THE 2009 TOURISM AWARDS. The 2009 annual • Self-motivated, positive & proactive business awards presentation will attract between • Has a proven track record & existing business 200-250 attendees and will be held on November 9, relationships 2009. For Scope of Services and further information, • Professional but friendly please contact Rhonda Grifﬁths at Norfolk Tourism at • Can create and drive a vision to commercial RGrifﬁ[email protected] Expressions of Interest will reality be received until Friday, 26th June 2009. Top pay for a top performer! Please email your CV & covering letter to FOR RENT [email protected] Norfolk Island Leagues Club require BAR THREE BEDROOM HOME. Double garage. Very STAFF. Please contact Manager Tim Sheridan private. Long term rental available. Contact Raewyn on 22440 at Sweeties on 24210

EXECUTIVE CHEF with over 10 years experience PAYING TOO MUCH IN RENT? If you think you required for full time position. Sense of humour are paying too much in rent and would like to move necessary requirement. Must be able to work both to a light, bright, airy space, with good road frontage mornings & evenings. Apply – Manager, Hillcrest and lots of pedestrian trafﬁc, give Duncan a call on Gardens Hotel - 22255. 22210 to negotiate a reasonable rent for the former Basalt premises. HOME WANTED BIG, FAT, CUDDLY, HEALTHY GREY MALE LOVELY, SELF CONTAINED 2 BEDROOM TABBY looking for loving home. Approx 5yrs old. COTTAGE, quiet peaceful location $95 per week TEP returning soon to Kiwi. Phone 22122.

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ROSS SAMPSON SOLICITOR – for all your NORFOLK ISLAND NI & Queensland commercial & residential TASMAN SEA conveyancing, leases, mortgages, subdivisions; TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOW WATERS wills, estate administration, powers of attorney, Veterans’ advice & representation Call 0061 755 HIGH Hgt LOW Hgt 639 094 email [email protected] JUNE Saturday 6 7.05am 1.4 1.19pm 0.3 The Church of England FIRST SUNDAY IN THE Sunday 7 7.50am 1.4 2.00pm 0.3 MONTH, FAMILY SERVICE for 7 June 2009, Monday 8 8.32am 1.4 2.38pm 0.3 will be at 10 am this Sunday at All Saints Kingston Tuesday 9 9.12am 1.4 3.15pm 0.3 followed by morning tea. All are very welcome. The Wednesday 10 9.49am 1.4 3.51pm 0.3 8.30 am and 7.30pm services as normal Thursday 11 10.27am 1.4 4.28pm 0.3 Friday 12 11.04am 1.3 5.04pm 0.3 Radio Norfolk’s Anniversary Day Special Broadcast Saturday 13 11.44am 1.3 5.58am 0.5 “Anniversary Day From Both Sides Now!” by Mary Duke will be broadcast on both AM & FM bands on Tuesday 9 June 2009 at 7.00 p.m. for all the family. Come Worship With Us. CHURCH OF ENGLAND NORFOLK ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. Rod Oldfield A Christian Outreach Centre Rectory: Headstone Road Telephone: 22293 ….. *** LOCATION – THE HUB *** SUNDAY 8.30 am Holy Communion at St Barnabas Chapel Taylors Road next to Sims Supermarket followed by morning tea. 10.00 am Family Service at All ***Visitors very welcome at all services*** Saints Kingston followed by morning tea. 7. 30 pm Evening SUNDAY 10.00am. Worship Service and Communion. Prayer at All Saints Kingston followed by “Sing A Long”. Morning tea and Fellowship Time after service. Stan Webber THURSDAY 5.15 pm Prayer Time at All Saints Kingston will be our guest speaker. Childrens Sunday School - FRIDAY 12.00 md Bible Study at All Saints Kingston. 5.00 10.00am. Fijiian Service - 8.00pm every Sunday. pm. Radio Programme Radio Norfolk AM & FM Bands MONDAY 6.30pm Prayer Meeting. Monday 7pm “Search for Life” Bible Course with Allan Meyer. All welcome. Remember – Hillsong TV on TVNI Sundays at 8:00 am The Community Church - Taylor’s Road - ph 23856 SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Pastor George C. Porter Manse and Church: New Cascade Road. Tel 22201 email: [email protected] Website: www.norfolkisland.gscadventist.org.au UNITING CHURCH MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY: 2:00 to 4:00 pm. South Cascade Road Rev. Robert Weyer Ph: 22179 Pacific Display Centre is open to Tourists and all interested Looking on the bright side of life never causes eyestrain persons. SUNDAY at 10 am: Communion Service conducted by TUESDAY 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm: Ladies Arts and Crafts Rev. Bev Ham. Preacher Rev. Robert Weyer. All welcome. time. 7:15 pm Bible Study and Prayer fellowship TUESDAYS at 4 pm: Radio Programme in the AM WEDNESDAY : 5:00 pm Radio Programme on Radio Band Norfolk NEED HELP? SATURDAY: Sabbath Services: 9:30 am Sabbath School UNIFAM FAMILY and RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING: and Bible Study for all ages. 11:00 am. Divine Service- A Phone Sydney 9891 1328 word from the Lord. This is a service of the Uniting Church VISITORS AND SEARCHERS - Always welcome for OPPORTUNITY SHOP worship and fellowship, with God our Maker and Life. The Opportunity Shop sells SOUTH PACIFIC DISPLAY CENTRE – Good clean clothes, Small household items, Tourist Attraction Bibles, “Hymns of Norfolk Island” books Best of its kind in the South Pacific – South Pacific Artefacts Uniting Church Souvenir Magnets Including Significant Pitcairn Items on display Norfolk Island CDs Open Monday and Wednesday 2:00 to 4:00 pm HOURS- Monday to Friday: 9 am to 12 Noon Admission $2:00 Friday: 2 pm to 5 pm; Saturday: 10 am to 12 Noon

ST. PHILIP HOWARD CATHOLIC CHURCH Queen Elizabeth Avenue Telephone 22763 Administrator Father Paul Hilder AN INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHT Parish Council - President Jim Kiernan People are, in reality, spiritual beings, and only when they Secretary Margaret Kiernan. Treasurer - Barbara Hehir live in the spirit are they truly happy. It is the wish of our Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation and Weddings Heavenly Father that every heart should rejoice and be ﬁ lled contact Jim Kiernan - 23596 with happiness, that we should live together in felicity and Rosary - Sunday 8.30am (Preceding Mass) joy.” For enquiries or discussion please ‘phone 22116 MASS - SUNDAY 9.00am RADIO PROGRAMME 2NI Thursday 4.00pm Piety Stall open before and after Sunday Mass.

METEOROLOGICAL DATA JUNE 2009 DAY DATE M.S.L.Press TEMP. WIND RAIN SUNSHINE (hpa) 9am MAX. MIN Dir’n KNOTS TIME Thursday 28th 1019.8 19.4 15.5 ESE 13 1050 0.6 9.5 Friday 29th 1018.8 19.8 13.5 ESE 10 1023 0.0 4.3 Saturday 30th 1016.8 20.4 13.5 WSW 26 2351 1.4 8.7 Sunday 31st 1016.0 18.7 16.6 SW 35 0400 0.2 8.8 Monday 1st 1023.2 18.0 14.5 S 28 0119 0.4 3.5 Tuesday 2nd 1028.8 17.8 13.0 SE 21 1006 2.4 3.8 Wednesday 3rd 1028.5 18.7 13.6 NE 24 1226 0.4 5.7 MONTHLY MEANS FOR JUNE. (All Years) RAINFALL SO FAR FOR JUNE : 11.4mm MEAN MAX TEMP (oc) : 19.3 AVERAGE JUNE RAINFALL : 146.2mm MEAN MIN TEMP (oc) : 14.7 RAINFALL FOR 2009 TO DATE : 450.8mm DAILY SUNSHINE (Hours) : 5.2 MEAN ANNUAL RAINFALL : 1300.1mm Offer with pride top PROUDS PHARMACY SCOTTISH and Swiss House TAYLOR’S ROAD • PH 22117 CRAIGS The home of watches and clocks for EUROPEAN KNITWEAR HANKIES KNITWEAR Approx. 1/2 price VICTORINOX KNIVES • PEN KNIVES CHOCOLATES • FELCO SECATEURS MENS & LADIES the of identical items elsewhere KITCHEN GADGETS • GRAFTING KNIVES Single & boxed SPECIALISTS in Australia TELESCOPIC FRUIT PICKERS 100% cotton from $ 6.50 (MEN AND LADIES) and New Zealand GIFTS FOR GARDENERS AND OTHERS �� NIKE �� JUST DO IT OPEN �� 6 �� 40% OFF mainland prices on all DAYS �� Shoes and Clothing �� from �� FRANK’S SHOES �� and THE SHOEBOX 7.30a.m. Anson Coffee �� Roasting demonstration �� Sunday 11 am �� Visit us at The �� Village Centre �� Phone 23888 ��

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