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Weedkiller Supreme Court ‘Increases Risk Sentencing Delivered of Cancer by Speaker of the House and Lay Advocate found guilty by 41%’ jury and sentenced to 6 years of imprisionment for two counts of sexual assault, one count of indecent assault and ... pages 6-7 one count of attempted rape. ... page 4 2 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 3 OPINION YOUR LETTERS ST HELENA NEWS The Obituary to “Mr Brian John and its expected revenues, and Dear Editor, the wildlife. The insects weaken and BUT why should they clean up after Fredericks: Friend of St Helena” ‘development aid’, which is used the birdlife eat the poisoned insects, the adults that leave it behind??? SENTINEL that was contributed in last week’s to pay for special ‘one-off’ projects As a recent first time visitor to the in turn this kills off both species. As a half SAINT I am proud to call Sentinel, should have read ‘Frederick’ like the Airport or the hospital island, I am in awe of how beautiful Therefore you are contributing to the myself one, BUT for how long will rather than ‘Fredericks’. refurbishment. Other sources of it is. There are two things which demise of endemic and non endemic this beautiful place stay as such? COMMENT inflows to St Helena’s economy concern me. species throughout the island. Soon PLEASE, PLEASE look after it. I Mic-kail Harris, SAMS Dear Editor, include payments for exports, such as 1. Considering you have such there will be none left, how very sad!! should like to come again and not fish, coffee and tourism, remittances a variety of endemic species, I am 2. Secondly, I was very aware find that another endemic species We as an island are moving towards I would like to reply to the letter concerned as to why you persist of just how many litter bins there are has become extinct!!! digitisation, and the upcoming from St Helenians working overseas from Mr Basil George published in or pension payments and any interest in spraying your verges with toxic dotted around, even in the remote Many thanks for a wonderful visit, (potential) installation of the fibre- chemicals. Whilst I understand why parts of the island. So, WHY OH WHY I’ll be back!!! optic cable to St Helena – according the 14 February edition of the Sentinel or revenues from investments held which asks several good questions abroad. you do it, would it not be better to is there so much litter?? It was lovely to SHG – could increase our internet employ someone to clear these? to see one of the local schools at Fiona Jinks (nee Peters) speed and create new opportunities for about the relationship between The statistical framework of GNI us all. Gross National Income (GNI) and does not provide a way to estimate When you spray you are poisoning Rupert’s Beach doing a beach clean! And in preparation for the hoped-for the amount of overseas aid St Helena St Helena’s annual GNI per capita cable, websites are being created to receives (GNI is a measure of the size excluding overseas aid, for the reach international users, to promote of St Helena’s economy, derived from reasons given above. But it would St Helena and provide business Gross Domestic Product, or GDP). Mr Blue Hill School Proposal Met with opportunities on-island. clearly be very much lower - the And in the present, social media has George is correct, I believe, to state latest St Helena Government budget already increased in popularity on St that the level of St Helena’s overseas estimates indicate that overseas aid Community Resistance Helena. Many are creating Facebook aid spent for the benefit of St Helena will provide two thirds of 2018/19 Andrew Turner, SAMS and Twitter accounts at the age of has in some years likely been higher government revenue. So without Few venues like Blue Hill School – decisions states that buildings in the 10, and SHG and Safeguarding have than the level of GNI, especially aid government expenditure might An application from SHG to which provides affordable indoor and Intermediate Zone (Blue Hill School informed school students on how to during the Airport construction perhaps only be a third of its current develop Blue Hill School into social outdoor camping options, room and is in this zone) cannot be developed stay safe on social media and have even period. But while this is unusual, it level. housing has been met with backlash facilities for community and social if the development is “materially released Social Media Policy booklets is possible - one explanation is that Finally, I would like to mention that from the community. events like sponsored walk meet-ups damaging to the amenity of existing for students and workers under SHG. a significant amount of the £51m the Statistics Office has an ongoing The SHG proposal would see the and Girl Guide retreats, a playground development.” Social media presence on-island is aid to St Helena in 2017 was spent expanding. Like has already happened programme to develop the measures community building, which is used (few others exist at all on the island) Considering that the Blue Hill to a greater extent in much of the rest on imported goods, such as the raw of economic activity that are used for camping, barbeques, Girl Guide and much more – exist on St Helena. School features a playground and of the world, businesses and also the materials to construct the Airport by policy makers and others. Our retreats and other gatherings, Cllr Yon however said the facility campsite (and also the option to younger generations on St Helena and the new wharf at Rupert’s. These objective is to help people make converted into a five-bedroom was being under-used. rent for indoor camps), the Blue Hill are becoming so dependent on social purchases do not directly add to GNI, better decisions with better data. This Government Landlord House (GLH). “Indications are that it is not fully community argues that removing the media that we forget about the word which measures the income earned is difficult work, since St Helena does The planning application shows that utilised for its current use,” he told public facility will be significantly “social.” by its residents, both people and not have the data sources that are SHG did not do any public consultation The Sentinel. “There is an urgent need damaging. This damage could also Even though social media is a great companies. typically available in larger and more with the residents of Blue Hill before for additional, cost effective GLH on include affecting functions at the way to get in contact with people GNI does not measure financial complex economies. An important putting the application – “Application the island.” Blue Hill Community Centre, located from afar, there is more usage of flows in and out of the economy and element of this programme was the 2019/17 for The Conversion of the social media than there of being social However in a Feb. 7 Sentinel article directly next to the School – the OUTSIDE. There’s always news about so overseas aid cannot be equated recent 2018 Business Survey, and Blue Hill School into a 5 Bedroom ENRD Director Derek Henry said whole lawn (of both buildings) a new website being launched, or with GNI to answer the question I am very grateful to all those that Dwelling for Social Housing” – to the funds in the region of £500,000 can become packed with vehicles pictures being posted on Facebook, but ‘how much of GNI is overseas aid?’ responded to the survey and provided Land Development Control Authority were, after years of inactivity, during community events, and noise how often do people or companies go Very broadly, though, ‘overseas accurate information. (LDCA). being released for the construction complaints from whoever would OUT to promote themselves? One way aid’ is made up of ‘financial aid’ to Councillor Russell Yon, Chair of the of this ‘urgently needed’ GLH reside in the proposed GLH could of promoting is going to “hotspots” support the difference between the Neil Fantom, Environment & Natural Resources accommodation; he failed to mention easily be invoked. where lots of people and tourists will Government’s planned spending Statistical Commissioner Committee, said this was because plans for converting Blue Hill School In their letter to the LDCA, Blue be gathered. When was the last time “anyone who has an opinion on into a GLH, despite discussing other Hill residents say the development this sort of promotion happened? the use of the building as a school plans for converting buildings to “Would have significant social And for personal use, kids turn on the internet and use valuable megabytes has an opportunity to express their GLHs and for building new GLH impact on the area that is currently “just to talk to a friend” for hours. views though the planning process, accommodation. used for recreational purposes. Surely if you want to talk to someone as defined by the Land Development Cllr Yon also told The Sentinel that “It is disappointing that given the locally you could go out and talk to Control Ordinance.” other camping facilities (a common popularity of the Field Centre as a them, as we live on a small island so So on Monday, Feb. 2 the residents use of the facility) would be opened recreational area, no consideration it’s easy to socialise with friends? of Blue Hill held a meeting to decide up nearby Blue Hill School, but in the has been taken by Government to Social media isn’t a bad thing. As if and how they should proceed in hands of a commercial business. liaise with members or organisations a matter of fact it’s a good thing to opposition of the application. “The [School] area would not be used of the community who might be have access to, and I’m not trying to The meeting was chaired by Blue as a camping site [once converted to willing to continue managing the drive anyone away from using it – but Hill resident Mrs Joan Evans and social media shouldn’t interfere with GLH],” he said. “However plans are centre as a recreational facility. our everyday lives. All I’m saying is to was attended by 47 members of the in hand for a private business to run “The change of use of existing have MODERATION. Keep your internet Blue Hill community. An objection a campsite nearby.” recreational premises to residential presence up and running, and ALSO go letter was written, highlighting the Blue Hill’s current popularity dwellings for social housing does out and socialise or even promote your concerns of the community. comes, in part, from that fact that it not seek to promote recreational and business. “The application fails to support is one of the most affordable venues. cultural provision.” social development,” the letter It is unclear if those low charges Residents from Blue Hill are calling states. “In fact this proposal removes would continue with a private entity for the application to be revoked at the South Atlantic Media Services, Ltd., a provision for social development of running the show. next meeting of the LDCA. A petition The Media Centre, Castle Gardens, the island and is contrary to the need The Blue Hill community’s is circulating so all members of the Jamestown, St Helena, South Atlantic to ‘enhance the facilities at existing letter continues with further legal public can show their objections to Ocean, STHL 1ZZ. Tel: 22727 community centres and recreation argument against the proposal: The the application. The closing date for E: [email protected], W: www.sams.sh areas’ as set out in the Social Land Development Control Plan that comments on the application is this Infrastructure Primary Policy.” governs how the LDCA must make its Friday, Feb 22. 4 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 5 ST HELENA NEWS ST HELENA NEWS Another Speaker of the House Sentenced Russian-Qualified Doctor to Practice in St Helena Shipwreck to Six Years Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell, SAMS Andrew Turner, SAMS India, Italy, Pakistan, Republic of the criteria used to determine how Discovered that, particularly given your status A person qualified as a Medical Ireland, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Medical Practitioners are appointed. Practitioner in Russia was approved Emma Weaver, SAMS In the St Helena Supreme in so many spheres on island, up to Sweden and the USA. “Surely it is about qualifications Court on Tuesday, Feb. 19 Mr Eric and including being Speaker of the at the Feb. 12 Executive Council The Medical Practitioner Ordinance, and not about nationality,” he said. Benjamin was sentenced to six years Legislative Council for many years (ExCo) meeting to practice medicine 1910 (Annex B) states that a person “Recruitment is done based on best imprisonment. and still, unless you have resigned or in St Helena. may practice medicine in St Helena practice; the best person is recruited Mr Benjamin, Speaker of the House been dismissed after your conviction, The practitioner, who has practiced if he or she is qualified to practice for the role.” and Lay Advocate, was sentenced for holding that office, no-one would medicine in the Russian Republic, medicine – (a) anywhere in the United One member commented that two counts of sexual assault, one believe them,” he said. “What you will take up employment in St Helena Kingdom; or (b) in a place specified in hundreds of pounds are spent on count of indecent assault and one did had a profound effect on each of during the latter part of this month, regulations (whereby the Governor- doctors. The same member also The only picture so far of the newly discovered count of attempted rape. them, but they were prepared to carry ExCo was informed. wreck. Photo provided by SHG. in-Council is hereby empowered commented that they prefer some of Mr Benjamin had pleaded ‘not guilty’ it within themselves rather than face According to the Medical to make); and is approved by the that spent on UK Doctors. to these charges, but was found guilty unsupported the pressures that would Practitioners (Qualifications) Governor, on the recommendation Members noted that the Medical A shipwreck was recently by jury on Friday, Feb. 15. follow from their speaking out.” Regulations, a person who holds the of the Senior Medical Officer/Clinical Practitioners Ordinance, 1910 is discovered about 1km northwest of “Your response to the truth Also on Tuesday Arthur Cyril medical qualifications specified in Director, by notice in the Gazette as currently being amended. If approved Jamestown, according to a recent emerging was to lie,” Judge Patrick Graham was sentenced to a two-year the “Schedule to these Regulations” qualified to practice medicine. there would no longer be the need Thomas QC said to Mr Benjamin suspended sentence for the indecent press release. may practise medicine or surgery Director of Health Dr Akeem to amend the Regulations on an ad The wreck appears to be a barge, during sentencing. “You denied what assault of a child under the age of 13. and prescribe medical and surgical you must have known you had done, Mr Graham was found guilty Ali (whose contract in St Helena hoc basis. This probably would save sunk in 1972. The barge was treatment in St Helena. expires soon) was present at the some time at ExCo meetings for previously used to transport water to and I have no doubt you relied on of sexually assaulting a child of your prestige in the community as a approximately 10 years of age while So Russia would be added to the ExCo meeting to answer questions both the Director of Health and ExCo ships anchored in James Bay. places specified in the Schedule to about why he was recommending Members, but a member of the public This new discovery adds to the shield against the truth emerging.” on Ascension Island years ago. Mr Mr Benjamin was found guilty the Regulations, ExCo said, as Russia this specific doctor from Russia, told The Sentinel that the opportunity large amount of shipwrecks already Graham was awarded a certain degree after a weeklong trial that saw three of leniency for his cooperation with was not included in the Schedule as of and to explain how practitioners are for ExCo Members discussing new known to encircle the island. victims testify that they had been the the police investigation and the courts. the Feb. 12 ExCo meeting. Currently recruited. He gave a lengthy overview doctors from different nations would The wreck was discovered during subject of unwanted sexual advances Judge Thomas said Mr Graham had the countries listed are Guatemala, of the recruitment process and be missed. a UK Hydrographic Office survey at the hands of Mr Benjamin, while he “rewarded the courage of the victim” of St Helena’s waters. The UKHO was acting either in a work capacity with his guilty plea, as the victim had was collecting seabed data using or in his position as Lay Advocate. not had to relive the events in court. bathymetric survey equipment, in During sentencing the judge gave Judge Thomas will be departing the 2019 Tax Reforms to Take Effect from April order to “inform the production of particular credit to the women who island Saturday, Feb. 23. On Saturday, Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell, SAMS up-to-date charts for St Helena’s came forward and how difficult it March 2 Chief Justice Charles Ekins • Introduction of a Charge on done through the tax return as a tax waters to support safe maritime must have been for them. Esq. will arrive to St Helena to hear Commercial Properties which have credit. This type of system is available trade in the area.” “Each of them must have thought further Supreme Court cases. New tax reforms that would affect been empty over nine months of the in many other places of the world. both businesses and individuals are year to increase supply of commercial “Introducing a charge on likely to come into force April 1. property available for rent; commercial properties that have been On Feb. 12, ExCo agreed the proposed • Changes to Stamp Duties to exempt empty over nine months (or 270 days) New Director of Safeguarding Appointed 2019 tax reforms – the proposed first time buyers, to bring in stepped of the year,” is meant to increase reforms, which were put forward duties for higher value properties and the supply of commercial property Donna Crowie, SAMS by the Tax & Revenue Working to include a rate of stamp duty on available to rent. Apparently there the United Kingdom. Group, have now concluded public second residential properties. are approximately 460 commercial consultation. ew Director of Safeguarding, Tracy has also, in previous roles, “The proposals focus on taxing properties which are empty, habitable N The consultation included radio wealth and have avoided taxing and not under construction. It has Tracy Poole-Nandy, recently arrived been responsible for leading on discussions on both local stations, a on-Island to take up her post in the income, which have benefits to both been recommended that a fee of £5 tackling domestic abuse and the public presentation at the Canister workers and businesses,” Financial per day is paid. The maximum fee any Safeguarding Directorate. impact upon children and families. and a Chamber of Commerce meeting Secretary Dax Richards said. “They property owner would pay in a year Tracy said: Alongside this, Tracy has – all held within the past week. also focus on encouraging land and is £475. “My initial response to arriving on approximately twelve years’ Five reforms were proposed: property productivity.” Stamp Duty changes would benefit the Island has been how lovely and experience working within the • Changes to Self-Employed and The Financial Secretary and other first-time buyers. The Stamp Duty welcoming everybody has been and it adult sector and therefore has a Corporation Income Tax to incentivise Government officials, during the rate has not been amended since the would appear that this is truly the St good understanding of managing export and import substitution radio discussions and presentations, 2013 Ordinance. Currently the Stamp Helenian way. The Island is also very residential services and outreach activities; explained the tax rules and principles Duty for the transfer of land is 2.5% beautiful and my commute to work is support for vulnerable adults. • Introduction of an Approved used to determine the 2019 tax of value – a first-time buyer who has now a pleasure. Tracy said: Investment Scheme to provide reforms. been resident on Island for at least “I hope that whilst here I can support “I hope that this experience will customs duty reductions or payment The third proposed reform – the 12 months, for tax purposes, would the overall improvement journey of enable me to continue the progress deferrals to any investment on introduction of Gift Aid to St Helena be exempt from Stamp Duty on a safeguarding for children and adults of childcare social work practice and made in relation to the overall St Helena which particularly for donations over £1,000 – is meant property value up to £100,000. in line with the recommendations intervention. improvement of safeguarding on the contributes to the Island’s economic, to incentivise charitable giving. The consultation period was Feb. from the Wass Inquiry and the For the past 13 years, Tracy spent Island with the excellent teams that environmental and social welfare; Charities can claim an extra 25p for 13-20. Comments can be made to the Foreign & Commonwealth Office but, much of her career within the field I have had the opportunity to meet • Introduction of Gift Aid for every £1 donated by tax payers. The Financial Secretary, Dax Richards, more importantly, for the people of of child protection, managing teams thus far.” donations over £1,000 to incentivise donor will also be able to claim 10p or Government Economist, Nicole St Helena.” and services in all areas of childcare Tracy moved to St Helena from the charitable giving; for every £1 donated – this will be Shamier, up until Feb. 24, 2019. Tracy has worked in Social Care for social work, both operationally and cold northwest of England, and is so both adults and children for around strategically. She has led on specialist far enjoying the weather on-Island. Get full-colour, PDF copies of The 25 years in varying capacities, more areas of practice such as exploitation, She is eagerly awaiting the arrival SAVE £1 PER MONTH Sentinel sent directly to your email recently as the Head of Service within trafficking, modern day slavery, and of her two dogs in March, and is every Thursday morning, for just £3 a large county council for children’s the linkages with organised crime in looking forward to taking them on save a trip to the shop a month services. Here she covered all areas conjunction with national leads in walks around St Helena. save trees visit www.sams.sh/membership.html or email [email protected] 6 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 7 ST HELENA / INTERNATIONAL NEWS INTERNATIONAL NEWS Research, whose editor in chief is cites the EPA assessment and says at other types of glyphosate studies, Land-Planning Dispute Resolved after 14 Years EPA scientist David DeMarini. that glyphosate herbicides have been including many conducted on Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell, SAMS The study’s authors say their meta- “extensively evaluated” and are animals. analysis is distinctive from previous proven to be a “safe and efficient “Together, all of the meta-analyses plot back for a family member. Each qualities of the four properties that assessments. “This paper makes a weed control tool”. conducted to date, including our After 14 years of uncertainty, one parcel measured around a quarter could be regarded as “fair trade” had stronger case than previous meta- The study authors said their own, consistently report the same outstanding land issue was resolved of an acre, and was sold at £10,000 failed. analyses that there is evidence of new meta-analysis evaluated all key finding: exposure to GBHs are in ExCo on Feb. 12, 2019. during 2007. No development took The paper before ExCo on Feb. 12, ExCo Feb. 12 approved the proposed place between 2007 and 2012. 2019 also said that: an increased risk of NHL due to published human studies, including associated with an increased risk of excision of four land parcels However, during 2012 the Land “SHG is also not in a position glyphosate exposure,” said co-author a 2018 updated government-funded NHL,” the scientists concluded. from Green Heartland Zone to be Development Control Plan was to financially compensate these Lianne Sheppard, a professor in the study known as the Agricultural David Savitz, professor of rezoned as land located within the again under review. The Chief owners as these properties are now Environmental and Occupational Health Study (AHS). Monsanto has epidemiology in the Brown University Intermediate Zone. Planning Officer proposed to the estimated to be worth significantly Health Sciences department at the cited the updated AHS study as School of Public Health, said the work Governor Lisa Honan said to land Land Development Control Board more than the £10,000 initially paid. University of Washington. “From a proving that there is no tie between was “well conducted” but lacking owners (who were present to hear to recommend the excision of And there is also a potential claim population health point of view there glyphosate and NHL. In conducting “fundamentally new information”. the ExCo debate) that she hoped these four land parcels from their for financial loss over “lost years,” are some real concerns.” the new meta-analysis, the “I would suggest it sustains the they would see that Government had current Intermediate Zoning and to whilst disputing this case as costs to Sheppard was one of the scientific researchers said they focused on the concern and need for assessment but “done the right thing.” incorporate the land within the Green develop increases annually.” advisers to the EPA on glyphosate and highest exposed group in each study doesn’t put the question to rest in The background to this issue was Heartland Zone, once again – there Crown Land within the Thompsons was among a group of those advisers because those individuals would be any definitive sense,” Savitz said. that in January 2005, Ken Henry of had been an objection to the said Hill is currently sold at between who told the EPA that it failed to most likely to have an elevated risk In a statement Bayer later said” Thompson’s Hill, St Paul’s requested land being used for building houses £30,000 and £35,000 per acre. follow proper scientific protocols in if in fact glyphosate herbicides cause “[The study] does not provide new a portion of his land near Blueman’s on, and the objection was upheld. ExCo heard that several reviews had determining that glyphosate was not NHL. epidemiology data; instead, it is Field be included into Intermediate Councillors felt compelled to taken place, letters went backwards likely to cause cancer. “It was wrong,” Looking only at individuals with a statistical manipulation that is Zone instead of earmarking it as establish some form of compensation and forwards between Mr Henry Sheppard said of the EPA glyphosate real-world high exposures to the at odds with the extensive body Green Heartland Zone. for the return to Green Heartland and Land Planning, and some ExCo assessment. “It was pretty obvious pesticide makes it is less likely of science, 40 years of real world *Intermediate Zone land may be Zone. The Minutes of the March 20, members at the Feb. 12, 2019 ExCo they didn’t follow their own rules. “Is that confounding factors may skew experience and the conclusions of developed, while Green Heartland 2012 ExCo meeting stated: meeting had been to on-site visits. there evidence that it is carcinogenic? results, the authors said. In essence – regulators.” Zone land development is typically “...the Crown Estates Manager The majority of Members had no The answer is yes.” if there is no true connection between It added: “[The study] provides prohibited.* enters into negotiations with the difficulty approving the proposed It seems that in Sept. 2004, when owners of the land parcels affected excision of the four land parcels (now An EPA spokesperson said: “We are the chemical and cancer then even no scientifically valid evidence Mr Henry initially made the request, in Blueman’s Field with the view defined as Parcels TH020205, TH reviewing the study.” Bayer, which highly exposed individuals should that contradicts the conclusions the existing Planning Regime was of agreeing a land swap from 020204, Th202203 and TH202202) bought Monsanto in the summer of not develop cancer at significant of the extensive body of science being reviewed. However, his request Greenheart to another area in the from Green Heartland Zone and 2018, did not respond to a request for rates. demonstrating that glyphosate- in 2005 was agreed by the Land Intermediate Zone.” rezoning them as land located in the comment about the study. In addition to looking at the human based herbicides are not Planning & Development Control Apparently, significant attempts Intermediate Zone (with associated A Bayer statement on glyphosate studies, the researchers also looked carcinogenic.” Agency. The recommendation was were then made by Crown Estates to development privileges as provided approved by Governor-in-Council, find land (which could be regarded by a Design Brief). and earmarked as Intermediate Zone. on par with the said properties, Mr Henry told The Sentinel that So Mr Henry subdivided the one given its exceptional attributes and the land owners were happy with Come Fly with Me? acre of land into four separate land quality) but to no avail. An seven- the ExCo decision, “unless of Andy Lester, International Correspondent, SAMS parcels and sold them off to three year search to find properties on- course something else [untoward] land owners whilst keeping one island that matched the existing happens.” It may be summer on St Helena, but 2) There are some very sustainable from the local area). Why travel abroad some of you may well be planning a destinations to eat imported fish and chips, when you holiday for later this year off-island. The Travel to Costa Rica for example and can try out fantastic local dishes? challenge, as ever, is how to have a great you travel to a safe country, with the 5) Try sleeping locally vacation without costing the earth. Over highest diversity of wildlife per kilometre I also try to avoid package holidays Weedkiller ‘raises risk of [cancer] by 41%’ the past few weeks I have been asked anywhere on the planet. It is filled with that use big, international hotel chains. Carey Gillam, The Guardian Feb. 14, 2019 questions about whether we should be ethically-minded people, many who run Large hotels have often been built on flying at all; where we should stay; and small, independent and very sustainable previously important wildlife sites. Staff killer and come as regulators in type of cancer. Company officials say how we can know whether what we are hostels and lodges. And if you don’t salaries are often poor and the food broad new scientific analysis eating on holiday has been sustainably fancy the rainforest; then why not try the sourcing is often problematic. Instead, I A several countries consider limiting the EPA’s finding that glyphosate is aim for a hotel or hostel that is locally of the cancer-causing potential of produced. So here is my short guide tundra of Estonia? Another country with the use of glyphosate-based products “not likely” to cause cancer is backed a fab record for nature and holidays. run, with local food and a proven track glyphosate herbicides, the most in farming. by hundreds of studies finding no to having a great time with a clearer conscience. 3) If you choose to fly or cruise, you can record on energy conservation. Sites like widely used weedkilling products Monsanto and its German owner such connection. offset your carbon booking.com and Trip Advisor can give in the world, has found that people Bayer AG face more than 9,000 The company claims the scientists 1) Remember you have a beautiful There are multiple ways of ensuring clear steer on whether an establishment with high exposures to the popular lawsuits in the US brought by with the International Agency for island you account for the carbon you are is environmentally friendly. pesticides have a 41% increased risk people suffering from NHL who Research on Cancer (IARC) who St Helena may be small, but it punches responsible for whilst travelling. For of developing a type of cancer called blame Monsanto’s glyphosate- classified glyphosate as a probable far above its weight. Where else in the example, www.climatestewards.org has Above all, remember that wherever you non-Hodgkin lymphoma. based herbicides for their diseases. human carcinogen in 2015 engaged world can you have rain, sun, heat, cold, a carbon calculator. Put your miles in and travel this year; you are an ambassador The evidence “supports a The first plaintiff to go to trial won in improper conduct and failed to cliff, mountain, beach, sea and town it will tell you how much money your for St Helena and for our planet. If we compelling link” between exposures a unanimous jury verdict against give adequate weight to several within a 10-mile radius? A staycation travel is costing the planet. tread lightly by offsetting, avoiding to glyphosate-based herbicides and Monsanto in August, a verdict the important studies. on the island is not a bad idea - so long 4) Try eating locally unnecessary journeys and focusing increased risk for non-Hodgkin company is appealing. The next trial, But the new analysis could as you use the holiday to do something I have a policy of avoiding all restaurant on local food and local hotels, we are lymphoma (NHL), the authors involving a separate plaintiff, is set potentially complicate Monsanto’s different. Why not try snorkelling or chains when abroad, instead focusing on doing our bit to support ethically sound concluded, though they said the to begin on 25 February, and several defense of its top-selling herbicide. diving? Rock-climbing or paddle- local restaurants and cafes that have a businesses and can holiday with a clearer specific numerical risk estimates more trials are set for this year and Three of the study authors were boarding? good reputation (and source their food conscience. should be interpreted with caution. into 2020. tapped by the EPA as board members Andy Lester has been The Sentinel’s International Correspondent since he visited St Helena in late 2018. The findings by five US scientists Monsanto maintains there is for a 2016 scientific advisory panel Andy is Conservation Director for the charity A Rocha UK (ARUK), a Christian environmental charity that works to equip and empower contradict the US Environmental no legitimate scientific research on glyphosate. The new paper was community action on wildlife issues, and that constantly looks for new and creative solutions to the challenges of the 21st century. Andy Protection Agency’s (EPA) showing a definitive association published by the journal Mutation researched possible new projects with the local community during his visit to St Helena, and now keeps Sentinel readers linked more closely assurances of safety over the weed between glyphosate and NHL or any Research /Reviews in Mutation to UK news – especially on the environmental front. Andy, his South African wife and their four boys live near Southampton, UK. In his spare time he writes for two UK regional newspapers, regularly speaks on national radio and is Chair of his local wildlife trust group. 8 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 9 LIFESTYLE & CULTURE LIFESTYLE & CULTURE Anne’s Place even helps visitors The handmade banjo from Banjo. source goods like vegetable, eggs and Photos by Emma Weaver and Mic-kail Harris. more to take back on their yachts. And as yachties usually trickle in to the island rather than arriving on large cruise ships or via flights, the yachting community is one that Jane said seems to otherwise get overlooked by places like the Tourist Office. “In my personal opinion I feel that the Tourist Office don’t realise that yachties are tourists,” Jane said. “We do things for this community that feels like we are a tourist office without recognition, but we continue to do it because that’s the way the old woman always did it.” Jane said the main yachting season is typically from December through March. Although Jane didn’t know how many yachties a year travel A pig roasting over the coals at Anne’s Place, in preparation for that night’s event. Anne’s Place the spot for yachties Jeremy Johns, SAMS travels through St Helena each opening of the St Helena Airport and In the 1980s, a St Helenian named year; and Anne’s Place now has of Mantis Hotel (located across the Ann Sim kept noticing yachties nearly four decades of word-of- street from Anne’s Place). sitting outside the Post Office and mouth advertising running through This is mainly because, Jane said, the Market, pulling apart loaves of the yachting community, alerting yachting season is the biggest annual bread and adding cheese to make yachties that Anne’s Place is the earner for the business and having themselves lunch; and she kept place to go once at St Helena. yachting tourists is very important inviting the yachties to her home for So while most businesses on St in generating finances to offset the ‘proper sandwiches.’ Helena have been struggling recently high costs the business faces. And so – in the Castle Gardens, – with extremely high utilities “Without the yachts and tourists, we Jamestown – Anne’s Place was costs, with rising shipping and duty wouldn’t be able to open regularly,” launched with just one table, six charges, with decreased spending Jane said. chairs and accompanying utensils. power of the local market and with Anne’s Place was always and “The children (of the home) had to more businesses opening up and continues to be important to the through Anne’s Place, visitors books items as well before leaving them to Banjo returned to St Helena at the eat first before serving guests,” said competing for the same, limited yachting community – though it are available in the restaurant for become decoration. Sometimes their end of the 2018 Cape to St Helena Jane Sim, Ann’s daughter-in-law. market – Anne’s Place has still got started with providing yachties a bite yachties to sign. children or grandchildren will visit yacht race, and was thrilled to see “All this was accommodated in the wind in its sails and is remaining on to eat, it soon became much more. “We have a book that is written in Anne’s Place years later, and see his Banjo banjo still hung from one original dining room.” course. Anne’s Place helps visitors with by people off yachts from 1979-1980 memorabilia left by their family. of the pillars in Anne’s Place. He took Anne’s Place back then was mainly That’s not to say the business everything from contacting other [for instance], and [then looking “[For instance, one of the flags photos of it for his sons, who did not focused on serving the yachties that doesn’t face difficulties – finding islands like Ascension about visas, through later books] you find people was put up] when Russia hosted the accompany him on the 2018 race and visit the remote St Helena each year. staff members that are committed to helping visitors find Immigration coming back throughout time and world football and I had visitors from who now have children of their own. Today, the restaurant still gets its to the job, Jane said, is extremely (many are unaware Immigration revisiting, or sometimes their Russia viewing the football at Anne’s main business from the yachties that difficult and electricity is hugely moved up into the middle of families,” Jane said. Place, and they signed and left a flag Fast-selling Fishcakes and the visit the island each year. costly. Jamestown, or don’t know how to But the most visible sign of the from Russia.” Renowned Roast But Anne’s Place also expanded But Ann’s family – Jane, Richard find the building). amount of yachties that visit Anne’s Another instance was when Anne’s Putting aside the invaluable help over the years, catering for local and Jessica Sim (alongside three “We help visitors with a variety of Place each year, is the unique decor Place years ago received an item Anne’s Place offers the yachting customers and other tourists. Today, part-time employees) – are faring things that they need or require on of the restaurant. during one of the Governor’s Cup community, Anne’s Place is also a the restaurant seats 150. relatively well keeping Anne’s Place the island,” Jane said. ”We help them Yachties leave flags, shirts and yacht races from the competing great location. And a business model based mainly afloat. with immigration, shops or the bank, other memorabilia during their yacht Banjo. At the time, Banjo’s crew Not only is the interior of off yachties, it seems, is sustainable. etc. Some don’t even know that most visits, and these items are strung consisted of the skipper and his two the building jam-packed with The island is perfectly placed for The Yacht Spot shops close at 1pm on a Wednesday... from the ceiling, hung from the walls sons. The item was a ‘banjo’ made personality, but the Gardens that yachties traversing the Atlantic, so Unlike most businesses, Anne’s We even book and advise on the local and attached to the sides of the bar. by the crew out of a biscuit tin and surround the restaurant are relaxing. a solid customer base consistently Place has been doing well since the ferry service.” Many of the visitors sign their some string. In 2019, the skipper of “People [can] take their coffee or St Helena is a unique and wonderful place with lots of opportunity. But this is a challenging era for St Helena – for businesses, for individuals and for overall economic development. SAMS has partnered with ESH to check in with two businesses a month and maintain coverage on these important but underreported stories of challenges and success in the local economy. 10 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 11 LIFESTYLE & CULTURE LIFESTYLE & CULTURE meals into the Gardens to enjoy,” Jane Sim serving lunch to local customers. Jane said. “[And] people can walk around before or after a meal.” Book of As well as coffee, tea and other drinks, the restaurant offers a variety of popular local dishes as well as a the Week full bar. Public Library Service The visitors’ favourite dish, Jane Exhibition to Promote St said, is fishcakes. “Visitors say ‘it is said that you have Helena in Cape Town the best fishcakes on the island,’” Jane said. “They go like mad, Groot Constantia, the Wine of Napoleon on sometimes I can’t make enough.” The business hasn’t needed much St Helena assistance over the decades – taking one of the Capital Grants offered by An exhibition will be held at Groot Constantia Wine Estate in Cape ESH was the most help they’ve had. Town between 22 February and 21 June 2019 to promote St Helena. The The monetary assistance went to proposal for the exhibition was initially discussed during His Excellency purchasing simple things like chairs, the Ambassador of France to South Africa, Christophe Farnaud’s, visit to St utensils and plates. Helena in October 2018. Entitled ‘Wine of Exile. The wine of Napoleon on St “I had Joseph’s coat of many Helena’, the exhibition will cover the history of the wine that was ordered colours of plates before,” Jane said. for Napoleon while on the Island. “Now it looks much better and more The exhibition is being held under the joint curatorship of Iziko Museums professional, with the same plates.” The Ultimate RICE of South Africa and the French properties on St Helena. From 1815 to 1821, And especially for the renowned, COOKER Cookbook while Napoleon was living in exile on the Island, he was provided by the monthly pig roasts the uniform table By Beth Hensperger and Julie British Government a wine produced in Cape Town, in Groot Constantia. settings make a difference. The wine estate is to this day still producing the wine Napoleon used to Anne’s Place offers a pig roast Kaufmann drink here often referred to as the ‘Wine of Napoleon’. approximately once a month. The is placed on the table, carved and The pig roast is booked in advance Rice cookers are perfect for how we The exclusive exhibition is a promotional opportunity for St Helena and popular event consists of a whole, served with side dishes like roast and usually sells out quickly. While cook today: Versatile and convenient, the Island will be represented at the opening event on 21 February by Her stuffed pig being slowly cooked for potatoes, green beans, cauliflower Anne’s Place is very relaxed at all they have one-button technology, Excellency Governor Lisa Honan, Director of St Helena Tourism, Helena eight hours over coal and wood. On and cheese sauce, coleslaw and salad other times, the dress code is smarter don’t take up too much counter space, Bennett, and Tammy Williams (Tammy is the Community & Communications a Friday or Saturday evening, the pig and followed with dessert. on pig roast nights. and are a breeze to clean. And they representative of the group that has been established to create a vision for can do so much more than produce St Helena’s commemoration of the Napoleonic anniversary in 2021). The fool proof rice, beans, and grains. This project is being led by the Saint Helena Napoleonic Heritage Ltd and the new edition takes note of the whole- trip is being co-sponsored by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and grain revolution in U.S. kitchens and Enterprise St Helena, with the support of Airlink. offers recipes for a host of new (and To promote the Napoleonic heritage, the wine-cooler from Plantation rediscovered) grains, like quinoa, House and some glassware from Longwood House used by Napoleon on the millet, couscous, kamut, and spelt, Island will be showcased. whose popularity is rising fast. It This event continues the strong partnership between St Helena, France focuses on a wider variety of rice’s, and the UK and showcases the close relationship which has always existed too, with lots of ideas for red, black, between St Helena and Cape Town. basmati, jasmine, Arborio rices and partially milled white rice, which looks and cooks like white rice but has the nutritional value of brown rice. The authors have also added a complete guide to the newer rice cookers that have come to the market since the original edition, including induction- cooking and pressure-cooking rice cookers and models that replace the old WORLD DAY OF PRAYER buttons-and-dials approach with more complex digital displays. Alongside many favourites from the first edition, FRIDAY, 1 MARCH 2019 from Carrot Basmati Pilaf and Italian Myla Rose Peters-Cranfield Sausage Risotto to French Polenta This year it is being hosted by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. and Maple-Cinnamon Rice Pudding, Marilyn Peters and Malcolm Cranfield were blessed with their precious baby daughter, the 10th anniversary edition serves up Come along and join us at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Myla Rose, on Sept. 27, 2018 at 10:15pm. Myla weighed a healthy 6lb 3oz. more than 50 tempting new recipes, “Myla is a very happy and playful little girl and always has a smile for everyone,” said Jamestown, starting at 7 pm. As we come together to join women around from a rich and soothing Sweet Brown the world in worship, fellowship and prayer. mummy. Rice with Curry, Carrots, and Raisins to Mummy and daddy said they are overjoyed with Myla’s arrival and they thanked God for a warm and satisfying Millet, Winter their special little gift. Squash, and Sweet Pea Pilaf. Refreshments will be served. They would also like to thank the medical team at the General Hospital for Myla’s safe Please reserve by contacting the delivery and for the excellent care given to them before and after her birth. Thanks are also extended to family and friends for their support throughout, and to following:- All are welcome – Men also will be most welcome. everyone who visited, phoned and gave such lovely cards and gifts. Telephone Number: 22580 Donna Crowie, SAMS Email: [email protected] 12 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 13 FAITH MATTERS NOTICE BOARD BAPTIST CHURCH Activities at the Salvation Army FRIDAY 22ND FEBRUARY 2019 Sunday Service - 24th February ‘QUALITY SECONDS’ SHOP & CAFÉ OPEN Saturday 23rd February 2019 Sandy Bay Chapel 08.45 pm FROM 10AM TO 1PM 0915 – 1000 Head O’Wain Chapel 10.45 pm Sabbath School Programme Jamestown Chapel 6.00 pm SUNDAY 24TH FEBRUARY 2019 1000 – 1045 Group Bible Study MORNING SERVICE AT THE HALF TREE 1100 – 1200 Divine Service Bible Studies HOLLOW HALL AT 11AM. ALL ARE 1400 – 1500 Youth Tuesday - 26th February WARMLY WELCOME. Jamestown Schoolroom 7.00 pm Every Wednesday EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING Wednesday 27th February Thursday - 28th February Sandy Bay Chapel 5.30 pm PRAYER MEETING & BIBLE STUDY AT 1930 – 2030 Prayer Meeting THE HALF TREE HOLLOW HALL AT 7.30 All are Welcome PM. ALL ARE WELCOME. For further information contact: ALL ARE WELCOME Pastor Paul Millin Tel No 22267 For further information contact: FRIDAY 1ST MARCH 2019 Tel No 24644 or 24438 WOMEN’S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER AT Farm to Fork - Supply Local, Buy Local! BAHA’I FAITH THE SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH www.sthelenabahai.org AT 7PM. Celebrating Local Ingredients & Local Dishes!

SATURDAY 2ND MARCH 2019 When: 16 March 2019 “The advent of the prophets and the Cell Group Meetings: SALE...SALE…SALE AT THE JAMESTOWN revelation of the Holy Books is intended Tuesday 26th February at Cape Villa HALL FROM 10AM UNTIL LATE. Where: Prince Andrew School to create love between souls and at 5pm - Also at Sandy Bay at 6:30pm COME ALONG AND ENJOY GREAT friendship between the inhabitants of BARGAINS…GREAT FOOD...GREAT FUN. Time: 11am till 2pm the earth. Real love is impossible unless Wednesday 27th February at the one turn his face towards God and be SATURDAY 9TH MARCH 2019 Home of Anthony and Elaine MEN’S BREAKFAST & FELLOWSHIP AT The Agriculture Programme and Hospitality Upskilling will be co- attracted to His Beauty.” - Baha’i Hopkins at Sapperway - Also at No Scripture THE HALF TREE HOLLOW HALL FROM 3 Unit Longwood Enterprise Park at 9AM TO 10AM. ALL MEN ARE WELCOME. hosting this event with the main focus of the day being on finding St DEVOTIONAL MEETING 7:30pm. Helena Chef of the Year as well as Street Food Chef of the Year. BAHA’I CENTRE There is always a warm welcome for you Gumwoods There will not be a Praise and at the Salvation Army. These competitions are open to anyone over the age of 18 years. 8pm Worship Service this Sunday. If you would like to know more about The Salvation Army’s activities, contact For the Chef of the Year category, you will be required to produce a THURSDAY EVENINGS Majors Nhlanhla and Priscilla Ziqubu on ALL ARE WELCOME For Further information contact telephone Nos 22543/22703. main course as well as a dessert using a selection of ingredients 62552 or 23249 Telephone 24342 Take care and God bless. from the chef’s larder table. Competitors for the Street Food Chef of the Year category would PUBLIC NOTICE need to produce their signature dish as well as a healthy local street food dish. The public will assist the judges with the judging in this VACANCY FOR CUSTOMS OFFICER category. An opportunity is available within the HM Customs and Excise Section to anyone seeking to start a career and develop new skills or build on existing skills. The prizes for both categories are as follows: Key duties of the Customs Officer is to ensure: - Effective control of all arrivals in Saint Helena and the assessment and collection of revenue; Gold medal from Craft Guild of Chefs & a set of Tsuki chef knives - Enforce Customs and associated legislation regarding Duty, Prohibited and Restricted goods; and - Board all vessels and aircraft on arrival in Saint Helena, to enforce customs regulatory procedures. Silver medal from Craft Guild of Chefs & a set of Sabatier chef knives This is a frontline service and applicants should have:  Good customer care skills; have an eye for detail and the ability to act on their own initiative within Bronze medal from Craft Guild of Chefs & Tzuki Cleaver policy guidelines;  Experience in cash handling; This will also be an opportunity for producers to sell fresh and  GCSE Math’s, English and IT at Grade C or above and a clean vetting certificate; and secondary produce, plants, crafts, etc.  Class A Driver’s License. The successful candidate will be required to work unsocial hours including early mornings/late evenings/night shifts, weekends and Public Holidays and must be prepared to board vessels and yachts in all weather conditions. The successful candidate To enter the competitions or to book a stall please contact possessing the relevant skills and experience will be paid at Grade C, which is £8,613 per annum. A monthly non-pensionable enhancement will also be payable for work performed out of hours. Mike Harper (email [email protected]) or Delia Du For further information about the post and a copy of the job profile, interested persons can contact Miss Juliette O’Dean, Preez ([email protected]) on 22920. Acting Head of Customs on telephone no. 22287 or email [email protected]. Application forms can be obtained from Corporate Human Resources or Corporate Finance and should be submitted through For more information please contact directors, where applicable, to Clare O’Dean, Corporate Human Resources, The Castle or e-mail: [email protected]. Delia Du Preez, Business Development sh by no later than Wednesday, 6 March 2019. Co-ordinator on telephone 22920 or All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical check and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form independently verified. email [email protected] SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual Enabling Tourism and Economic Growth Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill | Tel: +290 22920 | Email: [email protected] orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will be guaranteed an interview. Visit us online Business and Investment: www.investinsthelena.com

Corporate Services 20 February 2019 Tourism: www.sthelenatourism.com 14 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 15 SAMS RADIO 1 SCHEDULE TIME OUT SAMS Radio 1 Streaming Live On: Radio 1 (Briars) • (High Knoll) • (Sunberry) • (Blue Hill) 102.7 90.5 105.1 105.3 PUZZLE TIME SCHEDULE Local News & Noticeboard Every Day At: 7am, 10am, Noon, 2pm, 5pm, 7pm, 10pm Wuzzle Friday, February 22 through BBC World Service Streaming Live On: 100.7 (Briars) • 88.1 (High Knoll) • 102.7 (Blue Hill) Thursday, February 28 Sudoku 7-10am: Sunrise with Mic–Kail Harris 1-2pm: TGIF with Andrew Turner Start your Friday morning with a bit of everything, from treble and The weekend starts now with two hours of pumped up music on bass to news and announcements. the TGIF show, guaranteed to keep you entertained and get you ready for the weekend. 10am-Noon: Mix Bag with Donna Crowie 5-7pm: Afrophile Show with Annina A mix of genres ranging from Reggae to Pop to Country - all getting An entertaining and informative show with African roots. FRIDAY you into the weekend mood.

8-11am: On the Air with Jean Enjoy waking up to Rock and Pop music from the 80s to 11am-1pm: ‘Feel Good’ Vibes with Jeremy now, as well as Saturday morning jokes, laughter, chats and Johns Answers to last Wuzzle: more only on this new weekend show hosted by Jean. Two hours of upbeat, feel-good music. Jean is mad about light sport aircraft and flying. He is a national South African super bike and road racing champion, 1pm-late: Pre-Party Playlist an aviation and motoring journalist and freelance TV show A playlist to keep up your weekend vibes.

SATURDAY presenter with an immense love for radio and music.

8am-1pm: Sunday Show with Andrew Turner 5-7pm: Naomi and Isha Rest and relax after your long week with chilled and mellow Focus on one topic with a unique interview you won’t hear sounds - and get a look back at the news highlights of the anywhere else - and music, of course, to improve your Sunday week. evening. 3-5pm: Weekend Wind Down Show

SUNDAY SUNDAY Rock/R&B/Pop/Disco hits.

10am-Noon: Country Corner with Jeremy Johns 7-10am: Sunrise with Andrew Turner 120 minutes of hand-clapping, toe-tapping, knee-slapping Tune in for the Monday Sunrise - three hours of upbeat music both country tunes that the Saints enjoy (including Irish, American, old and new. Andrew has all the latest news, games and feel-good Outlaw, Rockabilly, Redneck, Parodies and Alternative). stories to make sure you have a great start to your day and to your EDUCATION CROSSWORD week. 4pm-7pm: Afternoon Drive with Luke Bennett MONDAY

7-10am: Sunrise with Jeremy Johns 12:30-2:30pm: 1548 with Ferdie Listen to wake-me-up music; win big and get your brain going Join Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell as he dusts off the CD player and with quizzes; hear news updates both local and international. takes you down memory lane - the show ranges from old-time to 10am: Interview with SHG’s Dr Angie Jackson-Morris and Safeguarding’s Gavin (Jack) Thomas about Safeguarding’s new ‘good food and drinks = best care’ initiative. current, as he hosts in-depth and informative interviews with the island’s politicians, business people and more. 11am-Noon: Jazz with Mic-Kail Harris Listen to the soothing tunes of Wayne Shorter, the jams of John TUESDAY Coltrane, the sounds of Sonny Stitt and more. 5pm-7pm: Music with Mike Brown

7-10am: Throwback Thursday with Damien & Luke 8-11am: Sunrise with Donna Crowie Chill out with Damien & Luke on their popular Throwback Make your morning shine, with tunes new and old - and stay up Thursday show - full of throwback tunes, dates for your diary, to date with notices, news, competitions and more. jokes and sports updates. 9am: Interview with ESH’s Delia Du Preez and chef Mike Harper about March’s cooking competition and May’s Country Fair. 1-3pm: Swing Show with Andrew Turner Frank Sinatra, Louie Armstrong and Billie Holliday. Travel back 10am–Noon: Reggae Arena with Jeremy Johns to the age of class and style with the swing show. THURSDAY Jeremy’s show ranges from when Reggae was developed (from WEDNESDAY Ska and Rocksteady) in the 1960s in Jamaica, to when it was modernised by Bob Marley and up to the modern day. Requests encouraged. 3-4pm: Country Charts with Donna Crowie See who has made it to No 1 on the country billboard chart. 12:30-2:30pm: 1548 with Ferdie Join Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell as he dusts off the CD player and takes you down memory lane - the show ranges from old-time to current, as he 6:30-6:45pm: Kiddies Corner Show hosts in-depth, informative interviews with the island’s big hitters. Tired of keeping your little ones entertained? Well, let us take care of that for a while with stories, nursery rhymes and more. 4-5pm: UK Chart Show with Naomi

Reach us on 22727 16 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 17 NOTICE BOARD NOTICE BOARD Invitation to Tender Invitation to Tender

The Saint Helena Government wishes to invite The Saint Helena Government wishes to VACANCY suitably experienced contractors to submit invite suitably experienced contractors to tenders for the following contract- submit tenders for the following contract-

Proposed Refurbishment to Essex House Front Refurbishment of No.2 Ladder Hill Barracks, Ladder Elevation Hill DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION Copies of the tender document can be obtained from Copies of the tender document can be obtained from DO YOU WISH TO CONTRIBUTE TO SHAPING THE FUTURE OF ST HELENA? Miss Tiffany Lawrence Miss Tiffany Lawrence Procurement Officer Procurement Officer Supported by a management team and working closely with the Education and Employment Essex House Essex House Committee, you will carry forward educational improvements across the whole Directorate; Jamestown Jamestown continuing to improve and monitor standards of education across three primary schools, one Telephone No: 22270 or email tiffany-lawrence@ Telephone No: 22270 or email tiffany.lawrence@ community high school, and the adult and vocational learning, teacher training and special enrd.gov.sh sainthelena.gov.sh educational needs sectors. A site visit to view the works will take place on A site visit to view the works will take place on You will manage and develop the Directorate, introducing educational improvements and training Wednesday, 13 February 2019, at 10am, meeting at Tuesday, 26 February 2019, at 10am, meeting at Ladder opportunities, in line with the changing economic needs of the island through the St Helena Essex House, Jamestown. Hill Barracks. If you require any further details, please contact the If you require any further details, please contact Community College and in collaboration with Enterprise St Helena (ESH) through the ‘upskilling‘ of Project Manager, Mr Mark Plato, on telephone number the Project Manager, Mr Theron Henry, on telephone the labour force. 22270 or email [email protected] . number 22270 or email [email protected] . Completed tenders should be placed in the Tender Box Completed tenders should be placed in the Tender As you review, develop and monitor implementation of the Directorate’s Strategic Plan, you will at Essex House by 12noon on Wednesday, 27 February Box at Essex House by 12noon on Wednesday, 06 develop early year’s provision and monitor educational standards whilst supporting the development 2019. March 2019. of links between schools and the local community and with overseas education partners. Taking full Interested parties should note that this opportunity Interested parties should note that this opportunity responsibility for the education budget you will identify efficiencies and implement revenue is not being advertised overseas. is not being advertised overseas. generating opportunities. A natural and dynamic leader, you will have strong negotiating and influencing skills. Holding a degree in education you will demonstrate education senior management experience and be extensively versed in current best practice in education management and approaches to school improvement.

Requirements The successful applicant will:  Be in possession of a degree in Education  Have substantial senior management experience in education Are you interested in learning or sharing a local traditional craft or trade?  Be extensively versed in current best practice in education management and approaches to school improvement Over the years traditional crafts and trades seem to be declining locally, and the new Sustainable Economic Development Plan identifies that the development of traditional crafts and trades presents an  Have experience of managing successful change programmes and processes. opportunity.  Have significant experience of resource management in an organisation with a large staffing Enterprise St Helena is seeking expressions of interest from existing providers willing to provide complement upskilling training in traditional crafts and trades such as Shoe Repair, Upholstery, Tailoring, Sail Repair, Inlay and Wood Turning etc.  Have significant leadership experience

In addition we are seeking expressions of interest from individuals interested in upskilling in traditional  Have strong influencing and engagement skills crafts and trades.

For further information or to register your interest please contact Mandy O’Bey, at Enterprise St Helena on Tel No: 22920 or on e-mail [email protected]. Salary for this post will be at the rate of £45k per annum.

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COUNTRY FAIR Calling all farmers! Supply Local, Buy Local!

The 2018/19 Agriculture Programme will be hosting the finale event on 4 May on Francis Plain in the form of a Country Fair with an agriculture competition, categories for which are detailed below. Please note that there will be a minimum requirement of 3 entries for each particular category to be eligible for the competition. Where fewer entries exist a consolation prize will be awarded for effort.

Judged prior to Country Fair Flower Garden 1st 2nd 3rd Stalls 1st 2nd 3rd Livestock 1st 2nd 3rd 1. Best flower garden £50.00 £25.00 £15.00 1. Individual Stalls 1. Cattle 1. Fresh flower arrangement £15.00 n/a n/a 1. Best bull £150.00 £75.00 £50.00 2. Largest half dozen of chicken eggs £15.00 n/a n/a 2. Best cow and calf (under 12 months) £150.00 £75.00 £50.00 Arable Land 1st 2nd 3rd 3. Jams £20.00 n/a n/a 3. Best heifer (10-18 months) £150.00 £75.00 £50.00 4. Preserves £20.00 n/a n/a 1. Open Fields 5. Confectionery £20.00 n/a n/a 2. Pigs 1. Best food garden over 1 acre £150.00 £75.00 £40.00 6. Largest carrot £20.00 n/a n/a 1. Best boar £70.00 £35.00 £20.00 2. Best food garden under 1 acre £100.00 £50.00 £25.00 7. Largest pumpkin £20.00 n/a n/a 2. Best sow and weaners (under 6 weeks) £70.00 £35.00 £20.00 2. Covered Production Units 8. Largest sweet potato £20.00 n/a n/a 3. Sheep 1. Best covered production unit – soil planting £150.00 £75.00 n/a 9. Largest tomato £20.00 n/a n/a 1. Best ram £50.00 £25.00 £15.00 2. Best covered production unit- hydroponics £150.00 £75.00 n/a 10. Best broccolli £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 2. Best ewe and lamb (under 3 months) £50.00 £25.00 £15.00 11. Best cauliflower £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 4. Goats Pasture Land 1st 12. Best cabbage £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 1. Best billy £50.00 £25.00 £15.00 13. Best carrot £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 1. Best managed pastureland between 5 & 9.99 acres £100.00 2. Best ewe and kids (under 3 months) £50.00 £25.00 £15.00 14. Best pumpkin £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 5. Poultry 2. Best managed pastureland between 10 & 49.99 acres £200.00 15. Best sweet potato £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 3. Best managed pastureland over 50 acres £300.00 1. Best cockerel £25.00 £20.00 £15.00 16. Best potato £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 2. Best laying hen £25.00 £20.00 £15.00 17. Best onion £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 18. Best tomato £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 3. Best pullet £25.00 £20.00 £15.00 Judged at Country Fair 4. Best pair of ducks £25.00 £20.00 £15.00 19. Best cucumber £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 20. Best hand of bananas £25.00 £15.00 Certificate 5. Best pair of geese £25.00 £20.00 £15.00 Children (Between the ages of 8 & 16 years) 1st 2nd 3rd 21. Best display for 5 a day of vegetables/fruit £25.00 n/a n/a Youth (Under the age of 26) 1st 1. Best rabbit £20.00 £15.00 £10.00 22. Honey £30.00 n/a n/a 2. Best guinea pig £20.00 £15.00 £10.00 23. Needle craft £30.00 £20.00 £10.00 1. Top youth farmer (Livestock) £150.00 3. Best dog £20.00 £15.00 £10.00 2. Best District Stalls – judged on the day £300.00 £200.00 £100.00 2. Top youth farmer (Arable - open or covered) £150.00

ENTRY CLOSING DATE 4 MARCH 2019 FOR LIVESTOCK, YOUTH FARMERS, FLOWER GARDENS, ARABLE & PASTURE LAND CATEGORIES ENTRY CLOSING DATE 26 APRIL FOR CHILDREN, INDIVIDUAL AND DISTRICT STALLS

To enter categories please register with Delia Du Preez or Ryan Belgrove, on telephone 22920 or email [email protected] or [email protected]

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE

VACANCY FOR A FIXED TERM TRANSPORT CO-ORDINATOR VACANCY Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Transport Co-ordinator on a fixed term WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PROJECT OPERATOR (RECYCLING) basis in the Transport Section for a period of about 6 months starting 25th March 2019.

The Environment and Natural Resources Directorate is seeking to recruit an individual to work under the The applicant will be responsible to the Executive Officer for the provision of full clerical and administrative Overseas Countries and Territories Association Project (OCTA) as a Waste Management Services Project support. Some of the main duties will involve recording, checking and processing data from transport log Operator (Recycling). The Candidate will undertake daily recyclable waste collection services from books for recharging to client departments, and providing customer service to the public in respect of transport participating premises and waste recycling activities at Horse Point Landfill Site or other waste recycling and machinery and offering advice on availability of vehicles and plant. locations. Applicants should have a good standard of written and spoken English, good mathematic skills and be The Project will commence as soon as possible and will continue until December 2019. computer literate specifically in Microsoft Office and Access Dimensions.

Candidates should have a valid Class C License, be competent in the use of a Land Rover and Trailer and be Salary for the post is at Grade A6 commencing at £6,237 per annum. able to demonstrate basic numeracy and literacy skills. For further details on the duties of the post, please contact the Executive Manager Mrs Claire Stroud on The salary for the post is at Grade B commencing at £6,722 per annum. telephone No. 23208 or e-mail [email protected] Application forms are available from the Receptionist at Essex House and should be completed and submitted For further details regarding this post, interested persons should contact Miss Sasha Bargo, OCTA Project to the Human Resources Manager, Essex House or e-mail [email protected] by no later than Friday Support Officer on Tel No: 24724 or e-mail: [email protected] 22 February 2019.

Application forms and Job profiles are available from Scotland Office or Essex House and should be All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical submitted to the Human Resources Manager, ENRD, Essex House or e-mail: check and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form [email protected] by no later than Friday 22 February 2019. independently verified.

All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, check and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance independently verified. with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will

be guaranteed an interview. SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability,

age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will Mr Nicholas George be guaranteed an interview. Senior Transport Manager 11 February 2019

Environment and Natural Resources Directorate Derek Henry Director of Environment and Natural Resources 11 February 2019

Environment & Natural Resources Directorate , St Helena Government, Island of St Helena, South Atlantic Ocean, STHL 1ZZ Environment & Natural Resources Directorate , St Helena Government, Island of St Helena, South Atlantic Ocean, STHL 1ZZ Telephone: +(290) 24724 E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: +(290) 22270 E-mail: [email protected]

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Units available

at the SENIOR ANALYST Jamestown Market & 12 month fixed-term

Salary range £16,966 to £20,379 per annum ESH Business Park, The Saint Helena Audit Service is seeking a Senior Analyst to join the performance audit team for a Ladder Hill fixed-term period. Their primary role is to apply strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills to assist in the planning and delivery of performance audit reports examining value for money across the public sector. Enterprise St Helena (ESH) have units available for rent to local entrepreneurs for non-industrial / Potential candidates will hold a relevant degree with a quantitative or research component (e.g. clean business at the Jamestown Market & ESH Business Park, Ladder Hill. economics, statistics, social research, business/government administration, finance, data analytics) or be a part-qualified accountant. Experience in audit, finance, government administration or consulting is Applications should be submitted to Emma Peters, Receptionist/Administration Support, in the required. form of an extended business brief detailing your planned business and intended opening hours with a 3 year cash flow via email [email protected] or in hard copy to the Enterprise We are looking for a motivated team player with good communication and teamwork skills who are St Helena Office, ESH Business Park by no later than 1200 hours (GMT) on Thursday 28th February able to work independently and apply judgement through effective planning, prioritisation and project management. Excellent analytical abilities and IT skills are also required. 2019. Secondment within the St Helena public service is welcome given the fixed-term nature of the Terms and Conditions apply. appointment. Candidates not meeting the qualification or experience requirements may be still considered for appointment as an Analyst. For further information please contact Happyman Makamure or Damian Burns on telephone number 22111. For further information please contact: Michielle Yon, Director of Resources Candidates that have previously applied need not apply again. on 22920 or email: [email protected] Job profiles and application forms are available by e-mail to [email protected] or Enabling Tourism and Economic Growth Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill | Tel: +290 22920 | Email: [email protected] from the Saint Helena Audit Service, Post Office Building, Jamestown, St Helena Island and must be Visit us online Business and Investment: www.investinsthelena.com | Tourism: www.sthelenatourism.com submitted by e-mail to the Head of Audit Services [email protected] by no later than 4pm on Friday 22 February 2019. PUBLIC NOTICE Job Vacancy VACANCIES WITHIN CORPORATE FINANCE Sure Ascension has a vacancy for Networks Technician Are you looking for an employment opportunity in Finance and Accountancy? Corporate Finance has the following We are looking to recruit a dynamic and proactive person to join our Networks Team on Ascension Island. vacancies in their Central Finance team: Primary objectives of the post are: SENIOR ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE  Being responsible for day to day operations which includes installation and maintenance duties associated with: An opportunity is available for two Senior Accounts Executives.  Telecommunications Voice Switching, CPE, Payphones and Telecommunications Power Systems. The post holders will be responsible for the effective management of the Accounts Payable and Receivable functions  Mobile (4G & 2G) System. of the financial management system, ensuring all Government revenue and expenditure is accurately recorded. Applicants should have the following qualifications and experience:  Earth Station Satellite and Radio Fields.  GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above  Candidate should hold a minimum of National Diploma in Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent and  ACCA Certified Accounting Technician Level 2 or equivalent have at least five years experience in the Telecommunications field.  At least 3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role  Candidate will be required to undertake callout duties and work flexible hours.  At least 2 years’ experience in supervising staff  A valid driving licence is essential. Salary for the post ranges from £8,613 - £10,765 per annum. Join our small dedicated Networks Team and enjoy some of the many benefits including free uniform, annual and sick Corporate Finance provides an environment for professional development in the field of finance and accountancy. leave entitlements, entitlement to join the company international pension plan and a discretionary incentive bonus The salary ranges for these positions reflect the pathways designed to reward professional development and scheme. Due to the nature of this position, the post holder must hold a Satisfactory Police Disclosure. technical competence. Further information regarding the responsibilities of this post can be discussed with Geoffrey Augustus, Senior Manager For further details about the post, interested persons should contact Emma Thomas, Business Support Manager on on Tel: +247 66559 or Email: [email protected] telephone number 22470 or e-mail: [email protected]. An application form and copy of the job description can be obtained from Karen Buckley, Human Application forms can be obtained from Corporate Human Resources and Corporate Finance and should be Resources & Administration Officer on Tel: +247 66802 or Email: [email protected] submitted through Directors, where applicable, to Gemma Lawrence, Corporate Human Resources, The Castle or e-mail [email protected] by no later than 4pm on Tuesday, 26 February 2019. Application Forms should be submitted to the Human Resources & Administration Officer, Sure South Atlantic Limited, Georgetown, Ascension Island by 4pm on Friday 15 March 2019. 24 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 25

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE VACANCIES AUXILIARY SEA RESCUE SERVICE

The Sea Rescue Services of the St Helena Police Directorate has opportunities for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Auxiliary Sea Rescue Crew. HEALTH DIRECTORATE The purpose of the post is to protect and save life at Sea. Some of the key tasks and responsibilities are: VACANCY FOR SENIOR STAFF NURSE – GENERAL HOSPITAL • Carry out directions from the Officer in Charge when at sea rescue incidents ensuring work is carried out within the standard operating procedures. The Health Directorate is looking for dedicated and hardworking Senior Staff Nurse to join their • Make safety critical decisions during sea rescue operations and other deployments, ensuring the safety of nursing team. Offering excellent levels of nursing care, utilizing evidence based practice, supporting the public, other agencies and the sea rescue crews. and mentoring junior staff are key requirements of this role. • Ensure that standards are maintained and that the service is in line with the Police Directorate’s Values

and Code of Ethics. Shift work is required but we offer some flexibility within our shift allocation. There is ongoing training • Must be able to attend Sea Rescue weekly training sessions. and support to ensure best practice. We have a large and engaging team, who work together and support each other every day. • Must be able to work some weekends to support flight operations. • Must be available for emergencies and will be required to participate in on call rota inclusive of some The post holder will be responsible to the Nursing Officer and Sister/Charge Nurse for the provision weekends. of high quality nursing patient care. A full job description and responsibilities are available on • Respond immediately and safely to all Sea Search and Rescue emergency incidents in an efficient and request. professional manner.

The applicant must have proven recent Senior Staff Nurse Experience or completed Applicants should be 18 years of age or over and be a confident swimmer with the ability to pass a fitness test. competency levels 2a, 2b and started with 2c. Prospective candidates should have: Salary for the post commences at £12,690 per annum. With the competency framework this role is eligible for enhancement to Senior Staff Nurse level 2c £14,138. • GCSE Math and English at Grade C or above or equivalent • First Aid Qualification – First Responder Enhancement is applicable when able to successfully and consistently demonstrate competency at • Valid and clean driving licence in Class A. the required level. The competency based salary enhancement is pensionable. There is the • Experience in maritime field, such as coxswain /crew potential for career progression to Specialist Nurse and or Sister/Charge Nurse.

All appointees are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a Rate of pay for the post is £4.11 per hour for hours worked, plus a monthly retainer of £70. medical check and vetting or DBS Disclosure and references. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form independently verified. For further details regarding the full role and a copy of the job profile and application form, interested persons can contact Mr Craig Scipio, Deputy Sea Rescue Manager on telephone number 25215 or e-mail craigscipio@helanta. For further information and a copy of the job profile, contact Mrs Lisa Niemand, Hospital Nursing co.sh or Mr Leeroy Caswell, Deputy Sea Rescue Manager Tel 25215, email: [email protected] Officer on telephone No 22500 or email [email protected] Applications should be completed and submitted, through Directors, where applicable, to Anya Richards , Human Application forms which are available from the Health Directorate should be completed and Resources & Admin Officer at Police Headquarters, Coleman’s House (or email [email protected]) submitted through Directors where applicable, to Miss Madonna Henry, Human Resources Officer, by no later than Monday, 1 March 2019. Health Directorate on telephone no 22500 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 28 February 2019. All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical

check and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, independently verified. disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of

merit, in accordance with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will be guaranteed an interview. SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will be Akeem Ali (Dr) 13 Feb 2019 guaranteed an interview. Director of Health

Health Directorate, St Helena Government, Island of St Helena, South Atlantic Ocean, STHL 1ZZ David Lynch Telephone: +(290) 22500 Facsimile: +(290) 22530 E-mail:helen.lawrence @sainthelena.gov.sh Director of Police 13th February 2019 www.sainthelena.gov.sh

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Shredder machine

Plastic waste is shredded into flakes which will be

used in the other machines to create new things. You

can select the output size of these flakes by changing

the sieve inside the machine to create different pat-

terns and processes.

Extrusion machine

Extrusion is a continuous process where plastic

flakes are inserted into the hopper and extruded

into a line of plastic. These lines can be used to

make new raw materials such as 3d printing filament, make granulated plastic, spun around a mold, or used in your own new and creative

ways.

Injection machine

Plastic flakes are heated and injected into a mold. It’s a relatively quick process which is well suited for creating small objects repeatedly. You can make the molds completely yourself by using CNC mills or lathes, or by simply welding them.

Compression machine

Plastic is heated inside the oven and slowly pressed into a mould with a carjack. Well suited for making large and more solid objects, the oven itself is also a great machine for prototyping and making plastic

tests with.

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SHG 18 February 2019 http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh

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T F r I o Customers are remindedCustomers thatSatisfaction the Bank’s Survey Customer F 32 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 February 2019 www.sams.sh 33 NOTICE BOARD SPORTSSPORTS ARENAARENA Jamestown Rifle Club PUBLIC NOTICE Pat Henry, JTRC Chairman, Contributed Greetings from Jamestown Rifle Club VACANCY – LOBSTER FISHERY FIELD WORKER ASSISTANT 19.02.19 Today was busy at the club. At 5pm The Environment and Natural Resources Directorate has a vacancy for a part or full time Lobster an archery session was held supporting Fishery Field Worker Assistant under the Darwin Project. the First Jamestown Scout Group with 7 scouts fulfilling their activity schedule Hours are flexible and can be negotiated. The contract will start in February 2019 for the duration accompanied by their Leader, Mr Gavin George. of 12 months initially and may be extended for another 6 months. We began with a safety briefing and demonstration on how to operate and The successful candidate will support the Project particularly assisting with the habitat and shoot a bow and arrow. The main points abundance survey data collection, recording of biometric data, tag and release programme, in getting them started was to use the arm guard protection, finger tab, a acoustic array installation and acoustic transmitter deployment. square stance, the grip and hold, the 3 was Tatelyn, she shot 97.4, 96.3 and 89, Heidi with 92.2 and 92.2, Deirdre aim and draw and release. This was a 94.1. Nicely settled in lane 4 was none 98.3 and 99.8, Colin 97.3, Pat 98.3 and The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate good written English, basic mathematic challenge for first-timers, but after some other than Hanna who gave an excellent Patrick Young 100.7 and 100.5, as always skills and have some understanding of the marine environment. They must be able to drive and encouragement they began to understand performance with 97.7, 99.4 and 100.8, a good performance from him. be a qualified scuba diver to a minimum PADI Advanced level or equivalent with a minimum of the concept and by staying focussed their a good solid performance witnessed Also popping in for a shoot tonight was arrows were sinking into the targets. by a few members who arrived before our lovely Nicole Peters who was well 50 logged dives. Good job to all on an enjoyable session. they finished their shooting session. An fixed on target and shot 93.3. Joining Back to rifles - It was much cooler exciting night for our youngsters. her was Rico Philips for his first time Salary for the post is at £8,613 per annum however, this will be paid on a prorata basis depending and comfortable for our youth group Our late night activity attracted 14 and shot 83, well done to them both and on the number of days worked per week. who were all prepared and ready to members, another good shooting event we look forward seeing them again next commence their battle at 6.30pm. They showing some scores increasing and week. were given 36 shots and three targets to some slightly dropping this week. Watch out for our Poster, our next fund For further details regarding this post, interested persons should contact Dr Ralf Bublitz, Lobster shoot in 30 minutes including changing Although everyone did not shoot as well raising event which will be a HORSE Project Officer on telephone number 22270 (or e-mail [email protected]). targets within this time-frame. There as previously, it didn’t stop everyone RACING EVENING taking place on 23rd didn’t seem to be any signs of pressure, enjoying the social fun of the club. March 2019. A night full of fun with cash Application forms and Job profiles are available from Essex House and should be submitted to and once positions were taken, shooting It was nice to see J-9 back joining us after to be won, a night not to be missed. commenced. a long break. With few mini adjustments Will see you all next week Tuesday the Human Resources Manager, ENRD, or e-mail [email protected] by no later than From lane 2 on the platform, Robin her shooting scores improved with 91 for another good shoot. Have a lovely, Wednesday 22nd February 2019. shot 95.2, 93.3 and 94. Positioned in lane and 93, Brian dropped 91.1 and a poorly enjoyable weekend. St Helena Golf Club Deon Robbertse, SHGC, Contributed two ball competition was shared by two competition for the month of February. On Sunday the 10th of February 2019 players, Neil Joshua with an eagle two The competition was played in the Stroke the club hosted the last round of the on the first hole of the day, and Danny Play format and kicked off at 12h00. annual Charles Duncan Challenge Cup. Duncan with a two on the 7th. Well done The winner was Ronald de Reuck with a Weather turned out to be sunny with to all the winners. score of Nett 63. Two shots back, Gerald moderate to strong winds. A total of 24 The Duncan family then treated all George took the second place. The two players entered. The competition was to a lovely curry and rice meal with ball competition was shared by two played in the Stroke Play format and live music by King George and Norman players, Ronald de Reuck and Pat Henry. kicked off at 11h50. Thomas, which kept us dancing till late. Well done to all the winners. I addition to the golf competition, Big thanks goes out to the Duncan family Next Sunday the 24th of February the additional challenges were played on for arranging and sponsoring this annual club is hosting a “Texas scramble – pick different holes. There was a “longest event. Thank you. your own partner” competition with tee Professional Development Opportunities drive” and “nearest to the pin” Next Sunday the 17th of February off set at 12h00. competition for both the ladies and the club is hosting our monthly medal Any interested person who would like Always wondered about fulfilling your true potential? gents. In the ladies event Eileen Wallace competition for the month of February to join this competition, or join the golf won the longest drive competition and with tee off set at 12h00. Any interested club, are welcome to make contact with Enterprise St Helena is here to assist you with achieving just that! Anita Robbertse won the nearest to the person who would like to join this us at the club on Wednesday afternoons pin competition. In the men’s category, competition, or join the golf club, are or on our weekly competition on Sundays, Larry Legg walked away the longest drive welcome to make contact with us at alternatively leave a message on 24421, Skills Development Grants are potentially available to Saint Helenians on island as well as winner, with Sean Nugent the winner in the club on Wednesday afternoons or or drop a message to our Facebook page offshore with the intention of upskilling the Private Sector, Non—Government Organisations the nearest to the pin competition. Well on our weekly competition on Sundays, @SHGC.org.sh. We welcome any new and Social Enterprises with business related skills. ESH will grant fund at 75% of total cost of done to all. alternatively leave a message on 24421, members to our club. course, with the minimum amount being granted at £500.00 up to a maximum of £5,000.00 Leon Crowie was crowned the champion or drop a message to our Facebook page Members are also reminded of the AGM after returning another very impressive @SHGC.org.sh. We welcome any new to be held on the 24th of February 2019. Nett score of 63 for the day, bringing members to our club. The Club is also hosting a Dinner / For further information please contact: The Business Team on telephone 22920 or email his total for the two days to 124 shots, Members are also reminded of the AGM Dance social evening planned for the 8th Delia on [email protected] or Mandy on [email protected] a very impressive minus 12 Nett. Well to be held on the 24th of February 2019. March. £12 for visitors and £6 for club done Leon, you make playing golf look members. See list on notice board. All is easy. In second place with Nett 139 shots On Sunday the 17th of February 2019 welcome. were Johan Theron, well done Johan. The the club hosted our monthly medal

Enabling Tourism and Economic Growth Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill | Tel: +290 22920 | Email: [email protected] St Helenians Colby Thomas, Duwaine Yon, Brooke Yon and Aiden Yon-Stevens have qualified for the 2019 Natwest Gibraltar Island Games. Cobly and Duwaine will compete (in their fourth international games appearances) in 50m and 100m freestyle Visit us online Business and Investment: www.investinsthelena.com | Tourism: www.sthelenatourism.com swimming, Brooke in 50m and 100m breaststroke, and Aiden in 800m and 400m athletics. Brooke and Aiden will both be competing in their first international Games, at age 14. The team will depart July 3 and return July 20. The Games run from July 6-July 12. 2634 www.sams.shwww.sams.sh ThursdayThursday 11 21 September February 20142019 || THETHE SENTINELSENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 2111 SeptemberFebruary 2019 2014 www.sams.sh 3527 NOTICESPORTS BOARD ARENA SPORTSSPORTSNOTICE BOARDARENAARENA Continued From Back Page CRICKET Results MAINTAINING THE CHALLENGE SHCA League 2019 Royal Challengers make easy work of Woodpeckers DÉJÀ VU Sat 16 Feb 2019 Levelwood Allstarz Champions Again Woodpeckers 65 Challengers 66 Wise Monkeys Media Productions Wise Monkeys Media Productions Tris Moyce 28 Phillip Stroud 30* Adrian Bowers 12 A Langham 26* the pair somewhat stemmed the flow bowled Scott Crowie. S-L Thomas 4/18 of runs. George produced a seven Heats run chase began well, they Jordan Yon 2/10 over spell that yielded two wickets batted at the required run-rate but Performance Points while conceding just 24 runs. On lost wickets far to regularly. Brendan S-L Thomas 3, P Stroud 2, A Langham 1 the other hand Belgrove returned Leo took the wickets of both openers. bowling figures of 3/43 from seven. He bowled Richards for 13 before Sun 17 Feb 2019 Gareth Johnson continued to play dismissing O’Bey, caught and bowled mindfully and accumulated 24 runs for 31. Allstarz 266/9 Heat 168 in his 18 over stay at the crease. He After the initial break through, the Clayton Leo 49 David George 42 was eventually bowled by Belgrove. remaining Allstarz bowlers combined Brendon Leo 45 Damien O’Bey 31 Allstarz lost the rest of their top to bowl Heat out of the game. Ryan Ross Henry 2/25 Ryan Belgrove 3/43 order batsman for little or nothing. Belgrove’s 21 and David Georges Brendon Leo 2/36 Gavin George 2/24 However Clayton Leo’s arrival at 42 were the only other meaningful the crease provided the impetus contributions from Heats Batsmen. Performance Points their innings lacked after such a They were eventually bowled for 168 R Henry 3, B Leo 2, C Leo 1 good start. Leo quickly compiled an in the 24th over. innings of 49 before he was bowled The win took Allstarz level on points Pirates 351/8 Lions 104 by Damien O’Bey. Despite losing with Royal Challengers and after David Young 69 Alan Thomas 30 Leo the remaining Allstarz middle final calculations Allstarz emerged Rhys Francis 62* Simon Scipio 16 order took them to a total of 266/9 as league champions by the finest AJ Bennett 6/22 Rex Young 4/52 after 35 overs. Brendan Leo smashed of margins. They finished with a net Rhys Francis 2/27 Christopher Herne 2/56 45 before he was dismissed; caught run rate of 3.34 whilst Challengers Performance Points Dax Richards (WK), bowled Jason achieved a net run rate of 3.10. Thomas. Sanjay Clingham added 25 AJ Bennett 3, David young 2, R Francis 1 before he was stumped Richards, Congratulations Allstarz! CRICKET Fixtures Sean-Lee Thomas’ four-wicket haul Sat 23 Feb 2019 led Royal Challengers to a convincing 10 wicket victory over Western RMS T20 Cup Woodpeckers on Saturday morning. 1.30 pm Woodpeckers chose to bat against Woodpeckers V Pirates arguably the best fielding team in Umpires: Allstarz the league and were quickly under pressure. They lost openers Chris Sun 24 Feb 2019 Owen and Julian Henry for two and a 10.30 am duck respectively. Owen was bowled Challengers V Heat by Jordi Henry and Julian Henry was bowled by Jordan Yon. PIRATES SAIL Umpires: Pirates Only three Woodpeckers batsmen 1.30pm made it into double figures. Tris INTO THIRD Allstarz V Lions Moyce struck 28 before he was bowled by Thomas, Adrian Bowers Sandy Bay boys finish on a high Umpires: Mustangs 12 before he was dismissed; caught Wise Monkeys Media Productions Phillip Stroud, bowled Thomas and LEAGUE Table Cormac Crowie smashed a six and a Sandy Bay Pirates blitzed Lions Christopher Herne weighed in with four before he was caught and bowled on Sunday afternoon and picked up figures of 2/56 from six. P W L D NR Pts by Stroud. their 4 win of the season with a 247 Lions were quickly under pressure Allstarz 6 5 1 0 3.342 15 Woodpeckers were eventually run victory. during the run chase. They lost the Challengers dismissed for 65 in 15.1 overs. Pirates saw contributions from quite top three batsmen for just one run, 6 5 1 0 3.103 15 Challengers made light work of the a few of their batsman. Matthew as AJ Bennett and Francis made early Pirates 6 4 2 0 2.358 12 run chase, overhauling the required Benjamin kicked of proceedings with inroads. Heat 6 4 2 0 2.095 12 target in 5.2 overs without losing a 50 before he was dismissed; caught Had it not been Alan Thomas’ wicket. Phillip Stroud finished on 30* Frazer Stone, bowled Christopher innings of 30 and Simon Scipio’s 16 Woodpeckers 6 2 4 0 -1.600 6 and Alex Langham 26*. Herne. David Young struck 69 before Lions would have been bowled for Lions 6 1 5 0 -3.456 3 The win took them to the top of the he holed out to Simon Scipio on the less than a hundred however they Mustangs table on Saturday night but they long off boundary and Rhys Francis were able to give a good account of 6 0 6 0 -5.834 0 would have to wait until Sunday finished unbeaten on 62. themselves and reached a total of 104 and Francis 2/27 from 3. The huge mornings match to find out if they For Lions, Simon Scipio took three in 15.4 overs. margin of victory saw Pirates had done enough to secure league catches and Rex Young was their best For Pirates AJ Bennett returned increase their run rate and place glory. bowler taking 4/52 from five overs. bowling figures of 6/22 from seven third in the final league standings. 28 www.sams.sh Thursday 11 September 2014 | THE SENTINEL 36 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 February 2019 | THE SENTINEL SPORTSARENA DÉJÀ VU Levelwood Allstarz Champions Again Wise Monkeys Media Productions

Levelwood Alstarz reaffirmed their status as the best cricket team on St Helena after picking up their sixth consecutive championship with a 100-run defeat over Jamestown Heat on Sunday morning. Allstarz were asked to bat following the customary coin toss and got off to a flyer. Opener’s Ross Henry and Gareth Johnson scored at more than ten runs per over for the first seven. Henry quickly made his way to 40 in his usual aggressive manner, laying the foundations of Allstarz innings before he was dismissed LBW, bowled Gavin George. It was George’s economical bowling spell that brought Heat back into the match. Along with Ryan Belgrove, Continued inside ...