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Welcome from the Constable As I write towards the end of August, I have looked back to last year when the weather was changeable and we had seen some rain during the summer. This, year I don’t think we could have complained about the lack of sunshine, but the downside is that there has been no rain for weeks, until today when we finally saw a meaningful amount of rain. I know farmers have been desperate to see some rain, and the fields are parched with very little green left.

at running the Bottle Stall, we did have time to enjoy a quick ice cream. St Peter’s Battle of Flowers Association once again built a magnificent float, this time with the theme of the Shrek the Musical. Congratulations to all involved it was an excellent effort. I managed to help for a few hours, preparing the flowers before

The situation across Europe is worse, with temperatures in the high thirties and river levels dropping to the lowest levels ever recorded. Crops will not produce the expected yields, which will almost certainly result in higher prices at a time when we are already facing increases in the cost of living. This year’s Parish Summer Fête was a great success and the weather was ideal. I would like to thank everyone involved in setting up and running things on the day. The fête has grown over the years, and I hope that it will continue so that future generations can enjoy it as well. My granddaughter visited for the first time! She’s only 18 months old so it’s doubtful that she will remember this, but I am sure in a couple of years she will enjoy all the activities. I was on the Bottle Stall for the second year, and it was very busy. We raised over £600 and I thank everyone who donated bottles and jars for the stall. During the day, Deputy Maltman joined us and took a turn running the stall.

they have the glue applied, and I am looking forward to getting involved again next year. I think the float looked particularly striking during the Moonlight Parade, with the illuminated eyes of the Ogre looking menacing in the darkness! I was pleased to join Western Miniature Rifle Club when they recently hosted an evening during which people with sight-impairment had a shooting taster session. Modern technology enables people who might never previously have had the opportunity to take part in the sport using specially adapted air rifles. Sound is used to direct the rifle to the target.

Later that afternoon, we were pleased to welcome the Chief Minister and, although he didn’t have a go

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The photo shows one of the electronic targets from the evening, with a grouping of shots that many would find difficult to achieve on their first attempt. I do hope this might become a regular event.

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Finally, an early reminder to put the date in your diary for December, I encourage you to visit the Christmas Tree Festival at the Parish Church in the run up to Christmas. It really is worth the visit, with thousands of people visiting every year. It is marvellous to see so many trees lighting up the Church and is always popular with younger children. The annual Senior Citizens Lunches will be held again at St Brelade’s Bay Hotel. If you are 65 years old or above, we invite you to put your name on the list when this is opened by the Parish Hall. Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. I hope you have had a fantastic Summer,

7 Summer Fête 10 Record Fair 14 Scouts 23 Parish Deputies 43 Messy Church 46 St Peter FC

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PARISH OFFICE NEWS Parish Rates

Poppy Appeal Coffee Morning

All 2026 Rates Demands have now been sent out and we are busy in the office receiving payments. If you have not received your Rates Demand, please contact the Parish Office. Please remember that any rates outstanding at close of business on Friday 30th October 2026 will be subject to a 10 % surcharge. If you would like more information about how to pay your parish rates in instalments, please contact us.

The Poppy Appeal Coffee Morning will take place in the Parish Hall on Saturday 7th November 2026 at 10am-12pm and we hope many Parishioners will be able to attend and support this worthwhile cause. Should you have any cakes or produce which you may wish to donate, please let us know - all will be gratefully received.

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Branchage The second Visite de Branchage took place on Thursday 3rd September 2026. Parish Officials inspected the roads and footpaths of the Parish to check that all growth on land bordering them has been cut back. Occupiers of land bordering public roads and footpaths were reminded to carry out the required cutting back (branchage) by this date. For future reference, guidelines can be found on the Parish website stpeter.je by clicking through to Services - Roads - Visite du Branchage.

Through the Parish website, it is possible to sign up to receive updates of Parish news and events by email. You can register by visiting our website stpeter.je then click on the title News and Events and sign up to receive updates direct to your inbox. Updates regarding a variety of events including Parish Assemblies, Meetings, Celebrations and Public Consultations taking place in the Parish will then be sent to you automatically by email. It’s a useful way of keeping up to date, so please spread the word. If you experience any difficulty signing up, please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance.

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For the first Branchage in July, we welcomed some new Roads Inspectors to the team. Considering it was one of the hottest days of the year, we managed to cover the majority of the Parish. Constable Richard Vibert reported, “The Branchage this July had been a splendid effort by the Parishioners. One of the best I can remember. Thank you!”

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Summer Fête This year’s Summer Fête was a real highlight in our calendar - a vibrant event that brought the community together. Thank you to everyone who came along, took part, volunteered and made the day such a success. Events like this truly show the heart of our community in action.

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Once Upon an Ogre Once upon a time, in a faraway swamp… an ogre, a princess, a dragon and a rather persistent donkey came to life on the St Peter’s Battle of Flowers float!

Inspired by Shrek the Musical, “Once Upon an Ogre” brought the much-loved story to Victoria Avenue in three spectacular sections.

Our journey began in Shrek’s swamp, before leading into the perfectly manicured world of Duloc, where Lord Farquaad made his grand entrance in his sedan chair, accompanied by his two trusty knights. From there, the story took a dramatic turn as Shrek and Donkey stood proudly upon their wooden bridge, high above a lava-filled chasm, while Princess Fiona remained safely protected in her tower by the mighty Dragon. But our fairy-tale world didn’t stop there! Bringing the story to life around the float was a wonderful cast of familiar faces, including Pinocchio, an amazing life-size Gingerbread Man, the Three Bears, the White Rabbit, the King and Queen, Tinker Bell,

Puss in Boots and the Fairy Godmother. And keeping everyone smiling, dancing and the energy levels sky high, were our most amazing Duloc Dancers, who brought an extra burst of magic and fun to the parade! This float has been a true labour of love, with months of planning, building, creating and flower arranging bringing the story to life. The design was created by Fearne and Thomas, whose imagination and creativity gave us the foundations for this magical adventure. What made the whole experience so special, however, was the incredible support we received along the way. We have been overwhelmed by the wonderful response from Parishioners, friends - both old and new - family, and supporters of all ages. From the youngest helpers to those who have been involved for many years, everyone played a part in making Once Upon an Ogre something truly special.

A huge and heartfelt thank you to every single person who helped, encouraged, donated, built, painted, harestailed, seeded, leafed, papier-mâchéd, arranged flowers, shared ideas or simply stopped to admire the float. And a very special thank you to everyone who stepped into costume and helped turn our characters into a living, breathing fairy tale. Every little contribution helped bring our ogre’s story to life. It has been a wonderful few months filled with hard work, laughter, friendship and more than a little Shrek magic! And so, as all good fairy tales do, our story comes to an end… but what a story it has been! Once upon an Ogre… and what an adventure it was! For further information, please email stpetersbattle@gmail. com or check our Facebook page St Peter’s Battle of Flowers Association.

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Jersey Record Fair It's shoebox by Oliver Michael

The annual Jersey Record Fair at St Peter’s Parish Hall is a treasure hunt for music lovers, bringing together collectors, sellers, and curious visitors under one roof.

Tables are packed with records from every era, from classic rock and jazz to soul, punk, electronic music and obscure rarities. The atmosphere at JRF is lively and relaxed. Crate-diggers happily flicking through countless boxes, examining album covers and checking out the records. Conversations about favourite artists and hard-to-find releases fill the room, while classic tunes play in the background. For collectors, the excitement comes from discovering something unexpected - a long-sought album, an unusual pressing or a forgotten gem at a bargain price. Newcomers can enjoy browsing the colourful sleeves and learning about the stories behind the records. More than just a place to buy music, Jersey Record Fair celebrates the enduring appeal of physical records and the shared experience of discovering music. For anyone who loves music, it is a chance to slow down, browse, chat and perhaps leave with a new favourite album.

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Every year, generous islanders help bring a little joy to children in need in Eastern Europe through the Rotary de la Manche Shoebox Appeal. St Peter has always been wonderfully supportive of this magnificent cause, and we're hoping to make this year's collection our best yet. Roger Noel is the Rotary de la Manche shoebox coordinator for St Peter. If you would like to take part, Roger will provide you with an empty Rotary shoebox (at a cost of £2 each) along with simple instructions on how to fill it. You can choose whether your box is for a boy or a girl, and select an age group: baby, 4-7 year old, 8-11 year old, or 12-15 year old.

Jerseys much-loved annual Record Fair is back for its 13th year, bringing together music lovers, collectors and vinyl enthusiasts for another fantastic day of browsing, buying and discovering great records. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply looking for a few albums to add to your collection, there’ll be something for everyone. As always, the £2 entrance fee will be donated to local charity. Every penny is donated and we have raised over £15,000 so far! We look forward to welcoming everyone for another brilliant Record Fair and celebrating 13 years of music, vinyl and community spirit! Got a collection of vinyl records you no longer listen to? Don’t let them gather dust—your unwanted records could be worth more than you think. If you have some you wish to sell - or buy give us a ring on 07797 832845.

Once your shoebox is filled, simply leave it at the Parish Hall and we will collect it and take it to the main collection point. The last day for your boxes to be dropped off at the Parish Hall is Friday 16th October. Together, we can make a real difference to a child's Christmas. To request a shoebox or find out more, please get in touch with Roger at 07797 824721 or rogernoel1@ googlemail.com.

Please see our Facebook page Jersey Record Fair for more details.

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This year, St Peter’s School made their first off-island residential in eight years! This took a great deal of organisation and planning, so we were delighted to be able to go. The trip was led by Ms Rashid and below are her reflections of the week. Year 6 French Trip 2026 - a week of adventure, growth and unforgettable memories There are some school trips that children enjoy, and then there are those rare experiences that leave a lasting memory long after the suitcases have been unpacked. For our Year 6 pupils, this year’s French residential adventure was firmly in the latter category. From the moment we boarded the ferry to St Malo, excitement filled the air. What began as a smooth crossing and coach journey, quickly turned into an action-packed week of discovery, challenge and personal growth. On arrival, there was little time to spare before the children were diving straight into their first activities, making the most of the stunning surroundings before settling into their accommodation. Set against a backdrop of breathtaking natural beauty, the residential base provided the perfect setting for an unforgettable week. As the days unfolded, the children repeatedly demonstrated the values that lie at the heart of our school community. Whether balancing on mountain bike trails, paddling across the water in canoes or scaling rock faces, they embraced every challenge with remarkable enthusiasm. Throughout the week, perseverance, resilience and determination were on display in abundance. Midweek brought an exciting opportunity to explore the fascinating history of the local area. Following an evening

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presentation about the creation of the dam and lake, the children set out on a tour of the surrounding landscape by speedboat and bicycle. Along the way, they learned about the region’s slate mining heritage and gained an insight into the lives of families who once worked in the quarries, including children not much older than themselves. The experience sparked reflection and gratitude, helping pupils appreciate how different life was for previous generations. The day also included a thrilling abseiling experience, allowing pupils to test both their courage and determination. As they descended the quarry walls and explored the lock systems that once played an important role in local industry, they were surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the landscape. One child perfectly captured the mood of the week, commenting that leaving would be “bittersweet” - a sentiment shared by many. By the final full day, it was clear that the residential had become about far more than outdoor activities. The children approached every challenge with a new sense of maturity, patience and care for one another. Friendships deepened, confidence blossomed, and a genuine sense of community emerged. The week reached its spectacular finale with a treetop trekking expedition through a beautiful forest. Watching the children glide through the canopy, swinging between platforms high among the trees, was a fitting culmination of everything they had achieved. As we reflect on the week, we do so with immense pride. The children represented the school exceptionally well, earning praise from staff and instructors alike. They returned home with memories that will stay with them for years to come, a greater belief in their own abilities and a deeper appreciation of what can be achieved when challenges are embraced.

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23rd Jersey Scout Group by J-P (Magpie) Fidrmuc, Section Leader 23rd (St George’s) Beavers

What a summer it has been! Although the weather was still cool and damp when we returned after Easter, conditions soon improved and we made the most of every opportunity to get outdoors. From beach adventures and outdoor skills to camps and activities across the Island, it has been a busy and memorable term.

Cubs (ages 8-10½) Our two Cub Packs have been equally busy. Activities included fire-lighting sessions with toasted marshmallows and s'mores, along with a challenging evening of experiments to earn their Scientist Badge. A major focus this term was navigation. The Cubs first learned the basics through fun games such as human battleships before putting their new skills into practice during an orienteering challenge around Les Quennevais using six-figure grid references. They then took part in a hike and litter pick along the length of St Ouen's Bay. The Cubs also enjoyed kayaking, coasteering and a sunset cycling adventure to Corbière.

Scouts (Ages 10½-14) Based at the Island Scout Centre in St Ouen's Bay, our Scouts helped with site maintenance projects while learning practical skills along the way. They also took part in an "Alternative Olympics", featuring unusual events such as Brussels sprout golf, broad bean jumping and vortex throwing.

Beavers (aged 6 to 8) We began with St George's Day, an important occasion in the Scouting calendar, marked by themed activities including cake decorating and a lively Morris challenge. During the term, the Beavers completed their Emergency Aid, Cycling and Air Activities badges, with support from the Jersey Aero Club. They also enjoyed a nature trail at Val de la Mare, den building, fire-lighting sessions, high ropes at Valley Adventure Centre, surfing with Le Port Surf School, and beach activities including scavenger hunts and a sandcastle competition. A highlight of the term was an overnight dragon-themed camp at the Island Scout Centre, packed with adventure and fun.

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The main focus of the term, however, was survival training. In preparation for a Survival Camp, Scouts spent several weeks learning bushcraft skills before putting them to the test during a 24-hour challenge. On arrival at camp, all kit and pockets were checked and any "home comforts" were set aside. The Scouts built improvised shelters, made fires, cooked meals and even crafted their own eating utensils. It was a challenging but rewarding experience and perfectly demonstrated what Scouting is all about: resilience, teamwork, adventure, fun and, of course, Skills for Life.

Group Activites Midway through the summer term we held our Annual General Meeting. The formal business was completed quickly before everyone headed outside to enjoy the wonderful grounds of St George's School. Activities included tomahawk throwing, firelighting, s'mores, beat-the-goalie, tin can alley and a gladiatorstyle inflatable, alongside a barbecue. More than 300 members, families and friends enjoyed a fantastic evening together.

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Come Join the Band! The Jersey Scout Band is a marching youth band that performs at many public events across the Island throughout the year.

e are always looking for new members aged eight and above. You do not need to be a Scout or have any musical experience, as tuition is provided by our instructors.

Final Session As the summer holidays approached we all came together for our final meeting at St Brelade's Bay. The Beavers enjoyed a range of water-based games, the Cubs took part in a spectacular colour run, and the Scouts rounded off the term with beach games and a barbecue in the nearby park.

Instruments available include drums, cymbals, bell lyres and trumpets. Uniforms, instruments and lessons are all provided for a small subscription each term.

The band regularly travels off-Island and hopes to attend the Guernsey Battle of Flowers in 2027. In previous years we have performed in Guernsey, on numerous occasions in France, twice at Disneyland Paris and once at Windsor Castle.

New Members and Volunteers We are always looking for new adult volunteers to join our Scouting family. Whether you can offer a few hours a month or more regular support, we can find a role to suit your skills and availability. We currently have more than 120 young people involved and welcome new members at the start of each school term. If your child is interested in joining, please use the QR code provided or contact our Group Lead Volunteer, Elisabeth Blampied, at e.blampied@scouts.org.je

Our band is all about teamwork and friendship. Here is what some of our members say: Arlo (8): “I really like it because I get to be part of a group and get better at playing the drums. I am really looking forward to my first real march.” Ocean (11): “We meet new people and play our instruments loudly.” Grace (13): “I got to learn a new instrument that you don’t normally get to learn.” Blake (11): “There is nothing I don’t like about being in the band.” Hope (14): “I love the camaraderie. It is good to perform in public and show off our skills.” Andrew, Lead Drummer: “Being part of a team is great. Many people use the skills they learn with the band on their CV for their first job.” We practise on Thursday evenings during term time from 6.30pm to 8.30 pm at the Kenneth Faucon Memorial Hall, Rue des Prés, St Saviour (opposite Waitrose). For more information, email mickmarett@gmail.com or call Mick on 07797 724998.

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t Peter Honorary Police has an establishment of 26 officers. However, like many Parishes across the Island, it continues to face recruitment challenges and is in need of additional officers. Whether you are considering joining as a Constable’s Officer, Vingtenier or Centenier, opportunities are available across all ranks.

On joining the Honorary Police, regardless of which Parish you serve, you are automatically enrolled as a member of the Honorary Police Association. One of the Association’s principal aims is to ensure that officers’ welfare is properly considered and supported. Should an officer face a complaint or disciplinary matter, the Association is able to provide appropriate support and guidance throughout that process. The Association is also here to support and promote the Honorary Police more widely and to seek improvements wherever possible. Although we have no operational policing role, we consider matters affecting Honorary Police officers across the Island and represent their interests where appropriate. St Peter Honorary Police is led by Chef de Police, Centenier Joao Camara, who has considerable experience in Honorary Policing and is the current Chair of the Comité des Chefs de Police. Having served at all ranks within the Honorary Police, Joao brings significant knowledge and experience to leading the officers who serve St Peter’s diverse community. The Parish itself encompasses a wide variety of environments, from rural countryside and residential areas to larger housing developments. It is also home to some significant Island locations, including Jersey Airport and one of the Island’s best-

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known entertainment venues, The Watersplash. This diversity brings with it an equally varied range of policing demands. As one of the Island’s busier Parishes, the demands placed upon its Honorary Police continue to grow. Serving as an officer in St Peter can, however, be an extremely rewarding experience. Duties can range from assisting with local Parish events, supporting the Parish Hall Enquiry process and undertaking community policing duties, through to assisting with major Island events when called upon. As with other Parishes, officers participate in a duty-week system. The frequency of these duty weeks will depend upon the number of officers currently serving and available, but this could mean being on duty for one week every three to six weeks. During a duty week, officers have the opportunity to provide valuable support to their community, dealing with matters including traffic complaints, speeding and anti-social driving, reports of anti-social behavior, and a wide range of other incidents and community concerns. New officers undertake the Honorary Police Foundation Course, delivered with the support of our colleagues at the States of Jersey Police. The course is normally undertaken over five weeks, either through two evening sessions per week or weekly Saturday sessions. Further training opportunities are also available, including Officer Safety Training, Speed Detection Training, Driver Training and a range of other supplementary courses. As President of the Honorary Police Association, I am particularly keen to ensure that the welfare of our officers remains a priority. Each Parish has a delegate who represents its officers on the HPA Committee, which meets six times each year. This provides officers across the Island with a voice within the Association and an avenue through which matters affecting them can be raised and considered. Joining the Honorary Police is an opportunity to give something back to your community, develop new skills, meet new people and play an active role in helping to keep your Parish safe. There is no requirement to arrive with policing experience — training, guidance and support are provided. What is needed is a willingness to contribute some of your time to your Parish and its community.

If you would like to know more about joining St Peter Honorary Police, or would like further information about the Honorary Police Association, please feel free to contact me at Ben.Wheaton@police.sthelier.je.

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Helping Wings and Wetwheels Jersey joint event After weeks of superb weather, dawn on the morning of 5th July was not very promising. With low clouds and poor visibility, it looked that our joint day with Wetwheels was going to be sailing only. However, the day started as planned with breakfast at the Jersey Aero Club for our 40 guests and Helping Wings and Wetwheels volunteers.

Fire Fighting Service. They are always very popular and their presence at our events is very much appreciated by children and adults alike.

Other news With such lovely weather, our bursary students are enjoying their flying getting up in the air as often as they can with Skywalker Flight training, Jersey’s local flying school. We are now, at last, very close to be able to offer flying training to lower limb disabled local residents once the specially adapted hand control unit is installed in Skywalker’s latest aircraft.

Once breakfast was over, half the party made their way to the St Helier Yacht Club for their trip on Wetwheels, while the remaining 20 guests sat tight and hoped the weather would improve - and improve it did! Once the weather cleared, our volunteer pilots were able to do all planned 20 flights around the island.

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Thank you As usual, our grateful thanks to all our volunteers and supporters without whom our events simply would not happen. More information about Helping Wings Jersey is available on our Facebook page Helping Wings Jersey or at www. helpingwingsjersey.org

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Repair Café by Simon Langlois

St Peter’s Parish Hall hosted another Repair Café in July, the event where you can bring along your broken household items for repair whilst enjoying live music, tea, coffee and homemade cakes - all free! It was quite a busy morning, with people bringing in a variety of things including the usual vacuum cleaners and radios, but also clothing and curtains, leather bags and shoes, binoculars, a lawnmower, TV, fans, a record player, toys, broken pots, bicycles and even a cuckoo clock! It sounds a bit like the list of things from the conveyor belt on the BBC's Generation Game with Bruce Forsyth, and we did have a wide age range of people visiting, from toddlers to people in their 90s. There were almost 30 volunteers, including Hilary and Rose on the Welcome Desk, Joanne allocating repairs, Mike PAT testing and many more of us doing repairs, serving teas, coffees and the lovely homemade cakes made by Joan. Our musicians were Colin Lever, followed by Foolish Things (Mia & Arthur), then G-2-A (Garry & Art) providing the wonderful Repair Café atmosphere. You can come along to our events even if you don't have anything to repair. Enjoy the lively atmosphere, ask questions about things you might have at home to see if they can be repaired, or ask questions of our repairers about doing repairs yourself. We even have a Technical Help Desk for anyone wanting advice on technology. Between us all, with the combined decades of knowledge and experience, we can usually come up with the answer. Our next Repair Café out west will be on Saturday 26th September at Les Quennevais School and everyone from every parish is welcome. For other dates and more info, please join our Facebook group Jersey Repair Café or see our website www.repaircafe.org.je.

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From your Deputies

Deputy Lucy Stephenson As I write, it has now been just over two months since the election, and I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for once again returning me as one of your Deputies. It has been an honour and a privilege to serve in this role since 2022, and I am looking forward to another productive term ahead. I will be using my manifesto, sent to all homes during the election campaign, to guide my work as well as being led by you on the issues that matter most to you.

As elected representatives, it is our duty to listen and engage on an ongoing basis. However, there is nothing quite like six weeks of knocking on doors and taking questions at hustings to really get you re-focused on what matters most to people!

Lucy on election day outside St Peter’s Parish Hall with now Senator Mark Boleat and David Benn, who also stood for Deputy

road I canvassed. Road safety through the village and by the school were a particular concern, as well as the speed limit through St Peter’s Valley. I will be working with the Connétable and other Deputies on these matters and some discussions have already started to take place. The ongoing roadworks linked to the sewerage network upgrades, and the associated smells which have developed around the village as a result, I know are a concern for Parishioners. And, of course, the project to install a new sewage storage tank in a field on La Rue de St Clement continues to cause issues for neighbours. A new communications protocol has recently been put in place by the Government to keep residents updated, and I have asked that as Deputies we are also copied into correspondence so that we can monitor it going forward and follow up on issues. Residents deserve to have regular, clear and open updates and to have their concerns responded to promptly and professionally. Taking on individual case work is always one of the most interesting and rewarding parts of my role and I have already been approached by a number of parishioners for support in this way.

Lucy pictured with Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham, then a Deputy for the constituency now a Senator, at the last drop-in surgery of the last political term on 13th April

I have been involved in Jersey elections for almost 20 years, first as a journalist and then as a candidate, and the messages from voters this year were some of the clearest I have ever known. The cost of living and affordability, housing, healthcare and getting public finances back under control were all key issues for voters I spoke to across the three parishes in our district. These will be at the forefront of my mind as I carry out my States Assembly duties, as well as undertake my Assistant Minister roles in Government. In St Peter specifically, road safety and speeding were also raised regularly in almost every estate and on almost every

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Once again, I have worked with my fellow Deputies to coordinate monthly constituency surgeries across all three parishes. Our aim is to spread the surgeries across the three parishes during the year and to provide different timing options following feedback from the parishes. Anyone living in any of the three parishes can attend at any of the drop-ins, it does not have to be at your local Parish Hall. Please do let us know how these sessions work for you as we can always tweak the schedule in future according to demand and feedback. As always, you can contact me directly via my social media pages, by email to l.stephenson@gov.je or by phone on 07797 766918. I remain committed to being open and accessible to constituents, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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From your Deputies... Deputy Chris Rebindaine

through the eyes of visitors to bring back a sense of joie de vie that those of us of a certain age remember from the decades prior to the 2000’s.

May I take this opportunity to thank those in the Parish who voted for me at the recent elections.

The Parish holds a unique stake in this project, hosting as it does the prime gateway to the Island at the airport, farming and some of the Island’s best eating places in spectacular locations. What is more, the original Parish Church was built on the site before the time of William the Conqueror, and Le Moulin de Quetivel is the Island’s last remaining working watermill. This is the concept as I visualise it, available by foot or bicycle, and enjoyed without ever needing to leave the Parish.

I aspire to represent everyone equally and hope my efforts in the constituency and the Assembly will give reassurance to those who did not vote for me this time. You are unlikely to see performative politics from me over the next four years as I would prefer to operate quietly but effectively behind the scenes, but rest assured I am there for those who need me.

I do hope you have enjoyed one of the warmest summers since the 1970’s and I look forward to meeting many of you in the months ahead. Having already attended St Peter’s Summer Fête and July’s Rates Assembly, I am enjoying reconnecting with a number of Parishioners with whom I have lost touch over many years.

In the last States sitting, I was elected to join three Scrutiny panels. Consequently, I will be reviewing the actions of not only the Chief Minister and Treasury Minister but eight different Ministers in total. This will give me an insight of how Government operates across all the major divisions, and additionally with each other.

If you wish to contact me, my email address is c.rebindaine@ gov.je.

For those who missed my campaign, my key focus is on restoring healthy finances both for Government and families alike. This requires a healthy economy and we have a way to go on both fronts if we are to have sufficient funds to, not only get Government to cover the cost of its operations each year, but finance building a hospital, underwrite long-term care and ultimately reduce our tax bills, as four key headline matters.

Tell us what matters to you ST. MARY, ST. OUEN AND ST. PETER CONSTITUENCY DROP-IN

One strand of my vision is to foster further sustainable farming and fishing practices as part of a tourism reboot, bringing together the Island’s amazing natural beauty, with local produce and our renowned hospitality sector. This, with our unique sense of history, needs to be reimagined

Deputy Arlene Maltman

Deputy Chris Rebindaine

St. Peter Parish Hall, La Rue des Fosses St. Ouen Parish Hall, La Grande Route de St. Ouen St. Mary Parish Hall, La Rue du Pont St. Peter Parish Hall, La Rue des Fosses St. Ouen Parish Hall, La Grande Route de St. Ouen St. Mary Parish Hall, La Rue du Pont

Deputy Lucy Stephenson

7 September, 10am - 11.30am 5 October, 10am - 11.30am 2 November, 10am - 11.30am 7 December, 5pm - 6.30pm 4 January, 5pm - 6.30pm 1 February, 5pm - 6.30pm

For contact details visit Statesassembly.je/Members Please note that the dates are subject to change. We recommend checking the What’s On section of the States Assembly website to confirm that the drop-in you wish to attend is going ahead. Alternatively, you can contact your elected representative directly to arrange a one-to-one meeting at a time that suits you.

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From your Deputies... Deputy Arlene Maltman The weather this summer has been remarkable, and we have experienced Jersey at its best. It has brought back memories in our household of the summer of 1976. As a child growing up by the beach in St Ouen, I loved it, with long days in the surf and seemingly endless sunshine. My mum however recalls the seriousness of the situation, with the local flower farms hit hard and growers reporting heavy crop losses. 1976 was characterised by low rainfall as well as heat and, come August, the Lieutenant Governor declared a state of emergency when the reservoirs reached critically low levels. Both bread and water were rationed within three days, and public guidance was issued on maximum bathwater

levels! Birds Bakery in New Street were very resourceful making headlines as they baked bread with sea water, using a recipe from the Occupation. This summer has included a record-shattering 39.3°C but somehow, perhaps because the repeated heatwaves have been punctuated by periods when the temperatures have returned to expected averages, it hasn’t felt as intense as 1976. We can also be grateful that the year started with heavy rainfall and the modern water infrastructure we have now has made all the difference. Despite the heat and dry spells, daily life has been able to continue largely as normal and without emergency rationing measures. We are all of course more aware of the importance of conserving water and the impact climate change is having on our Island. Our sea is warmer and we have seen an increased number of warm water species off the coast like octopus, while the chancre crab, commonplace on many restaurant menus in 1976, is rarely on offer now. This continuing need to ensure Jersey’s resilience and to futureproof Jersey’s infrastructure in the face of climate change and increased land use, has been a feature of my first few weeks as a States Member. In St Peter, Government began important work to upgrade the drainage infrastructure so that it can cope better with heavier rainfall and to reduce the risk of flooding in the Parish. However, during my visits to the Parish and in my surgeries, local businesses and Parishioners have reported to me that their daily reality has included unpleasant sewage smells, road diversions, construction noise, dust and disruption. Some described it as a prolonged ‘living nightmare’ made worse by a lack of communication on what is happening, why it is happening, how long it will last and who to contact when things go wrong. Parishioners want timely, accurate and clear communication, so I have spoken to officers in the Infrastructure and Environment Department about the need to improve communication with local residents. To that end, the Minister for Infrastructure has agreed to attend a public meeting to hear Parishioners’ concerns directly. He has assured me that his department is committed to improving communication so that residents receive clearer and more timely updates. As your Deputy, I will continue to press for improved practices and to ensure that proper consideration is given to those who are living with the disruption. I recognise that the Parishioners of St Peter have borne a great deal of the strain as these works have commenced. Parishioners deserve both infrastructure that is fit for the future and communication that treats them with respect today. I will keep working to achieve this. a.maltman1@gov.je

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À Bétôt? Coming soon to a Parish Hall near you! Following the recent success of the première of À Bétôt? (Goodbye?) – a documentary about the Jèrriais language – the film will now be screened at parish halls across Jersey during the autumn. Co-directed by local filmmakers Annigna and Tom Kennedy of Little River Pictures and produced by Ben Spink of L’Office du Jèrriais, the film received a standing ovation and the Audience Award at a sold-out Jersey Arts Centre as part of the 13th Parish Film Festival earlier this year. Ben said, “We could not have hoped for a better première. The purpose of making this film was for as many local people as possible to see it, and hopefully be inspired by it, so selling out the Arts Centre and receiving the award was a dream come true. We are very excited to take the film on tour now and show it to many more Islanders.”

Kit Ashton and the Badlebeques performing at the Corn Riots

The screenings are free of charge and will take place on the following dates: Tuesday 6th October Thursday 8th October Friday 9th October Tuesday 13th October Thursday 15th October Tuesday 20th October Thursday 22nd October

St Ouen’s Parish Hall Grouville Parish Hall St Mary’s Parish Hall St Brelade’s Parish Hall St Martin’s Public Hall St Clement’s Parish Hall St Saviour’s Parish Hall

All screenings will start at 6pm and the film is 1 hour 40 minutes.

À bétôt! See you soon! For further information, please contact L’Office du Jèrriais at info@jerriais.org.je.

Jèrriais native speaker, the late Mr Don Dolbel, features in the film

‘À Bétôt?’ is a film about the people who spoke and still speak Jèrriais, our ancient Norman language. Passed down through the generations, it carries the Island’s history, culture and identity, yet in recent years it has come perilously close to being lost. At the same time, a growing movement is working to revitalise the language - driven by people who care passionately about the importance of Jèrriais as a vital part of Jersey’s heritage, its future and its inclusive identity. Ultimately, this film is a call to action. A rallying cry to a new generation of enthusiasts, learners, and speakers to take up the challenge and ensure this precious language can thrive once again. The co-directors and producer will be in attendance for a Q&A session after each screening. The film is dual language in Jèrriais and English, and there are English subtitles for those who don’t understand Jèrriais (yet).

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Did YouKnow Sometimes we come across an interesting 'fact' that can be surprising. Here are a few that may astound you, at least one of which is out of this world!

Time to put on your thinking caps. Here are some random riddles for you to solve. Answers are on page 47 1. The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I?

Your brain burns 400-500 calories a day. That’s about a fifth of your total energy requirements. Most of this is concerned with the largely automatic process of controlling your muscles and processing sensory input, although some studies show solving tricky problems increases your brain's metabolic requirements too.

2. I am an odd number. Take away a letter and I become even. What number am I?

It rains methane on Saturn’s largest moon, Titan. It is the only moon in our Solar System with a dense atmosphere and the only body except Earth with liquid rivers, lakes and seas fed by rainfall. This rainfall isn’t water, though - it's liquid methane.

4. What is the longest word in the dictionary?

Mirrors facing each other don't produce infinite reflections. Each reflection will be darker than the last and eventually fade into invisibility. Mirrors absorb a fraction of the energy of the light striking them. The total number of reflections mirrors can produce? A few hundred. Wind turbines kill between 10,000 and 100,000 birds each year in the UK. Interestingly, painting one of the blades of a wind turbine black can reduce bird deaths by 70 per cent.

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Wisecracks We all need a laugh to lighten our lives a little. Here are a few mirthful moments for you... I had a phone conversation today with a very nice young chap. This is how it went: "Hello ma'am, how are you today?" "I'm very well, thank you for asking. And how are you? And, more to the point, WHO are you?" "Ma'am, my name is Ahmed and I'm calling you from Microsoft the computer company". "Microsoft, eh?” " Yes Ma’am. I'm calling to tell you that we have found a problem with your computer and -" "REALLY?? Well, that's quite concerning......" "Yes ma'am, it can become very serious indeed, but thankfully I will be able to fix it for you. Now, if you -" "No, I meant it's very concerning because you see I don't HAVE a computer". "You don't?" "I don't". "Ahh, it must be a problem on your laptop ma'am -" "Don't have one". "Ipad?" "Nope". "Tablet?" "Nope, I have none of those things. As a matter of fact, I don't even have a telephone". After a few seconds of silence, he said, "Ah, ma'am, you are lying to me now!" I said, "Well, you started it!!" and put the phone down.

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3. Ask this question all day long, but always get completely different answers, and yet all the answers will be correct. What is the question?

5. Throw away the outside and cook the inside, then eat the outside and throw away the inside. What is it?

WordSearch Here's a challenge for you!

Can you find all the words with silent letters in this word search? Find the words from the list in the grid of letters. They may be horizontal, vertical or diagonal, and may be spelt forward or backwards, some of the letters may be used twice. The letters remaining spell out some advice on how to deal with silent letters! Have fun! THUMB BOMB

KNIFE KNOT LAMB GNOME PSALM RHYME HOUR CASTLE

FOREIGN PNEUMONIA AISLE MUSCLE LISTEN GHOST SOFTEN KNOW WRONG KNUCKLE WRIST HONEST WRAP

The solution is shown on page 47

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Jersey RFC

COMMUNITY

GROUPS

by Tom Innes

Even before the middle of August, excitement levels were building at Jersey RFC ahead of the 2026/27 season.

St Peter’s Indoor Market every Saturday from 9am to 3pm at the Western Rifle Club. Contact 481031.

The first rugby action came in late July when CoinShares Park in St Peter hosted an international fixture, with a combined Channel Islands side taking on the Polish national side, who lie JRFC v Pontypridd - Photos courtesy of Jacquie Ranieri 30th in the world rugby rankings. The contest for the Gallagher Granite Trophy was an exciting one, with the home side winning by 38-27 in front of a crowd of 2100, including a sizeable contingent from Jersey’s Polish community.

Senior Citizens’ Club 2nd Thursday of the month at 2pm Contact Barbara on 485639

St Peter’s & St Aubin’s WI 1st Friday of each

month at 7.30pm. Sarah Johnson 07797 725486

St Peter’s Whist Club 1st and 3rd Thursday 1.30pm

Contact Rosemary Vibert on 481371 or Eileen on 737128.

Western Miniature Rifle Club

Tuesdays from 7pm for Club & Practice. Sarah Campion 07797 769 415, Club T: 483293 E: westernmrc@gmail.com www.westernmrc.org.je

Three weeks later, the first JRFC pre-season game saw one of the biggest names in Welsh club rugby, Pontypridd, visit for a hardfought match that the away side won by 19-12.

St Peter’s Community Support contact ParishHall staff on 481236 for further information

St Peter’s Youth & Community Centre

contact 483011 for further information

St Peter’s Petanque Club every Friday on The Village

After promotion last season, JRFC’s men will take their place in National Two East, the fourth tier of the English league system, where their opponents will include neighbours Guernsey after the rival islands were paired together in a league for the first time since 1994. JRFC Women will line up in National Championship 1 South East (South), the equivalent level of the competitive structure for women. Hundreds of mini and junior players, aged from five to 18, will also be pulling on their boots and getting ready for the new season.

Green 2pm. Contact Vic Le Riche on 742909

St Peter’s Parish Church

T: 481805 E: rectorstpeter@outlook.com

Philadelphie Methodist Church and Messy Church Rev’d Peter Goodhall T: 743933 E: methodistpeter@gmail.com Katie Norman T: 482364 E: katie.bill39@gmail.com

Jersey Mobile Library is back on the road. Contact

Jersey Library on 448700 or je.library@gov.je or the Jersey Library Facebook page for the new timetable.

Twinning Association Secretary Francois Le Maistre 481034, E: lemaistre@hotmail.com Facebook: St Peter/StHilaire Twinning Association St Peter’s Battle of Flowers Secretary Pat Pike

on 07797 788908, E: stpetersbattle@gmail.com

Off the field, the club is currently installing a new disabled lift that will make the JRFC clubhouse fully accessible. It is hoped the project will be completed in October. Fixture details and other club news can be obtained via the club’s new website jrfc.je and via Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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St Peter

Household recycling collection 2026 This guide explains how to use the St. Peter household recycling collection. A collection planner is included so you know when your recycling will be collected. Every home in St. Peter receives a recycling collection, in addition to the existing rubbish and glass collections. Recycling collections will be on the same day as your refuse.

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For more information, visit gov.je/recycling For collection enquiries, contact Premier Waste Management. Tel (01534) 741185 (8am - 5pm) Email recycle@premierwaste.org.uk

• Mixed blue box/bin ✓ Yespaper pleaseand card: Your black box or labelled bin with blue sticker Everything we collect for recycling is sent for recycling and the parish of St. Peter is • Plastic bottles: red box/bin with red sticker making it even easier for you to reduce • Metal packaging: black box/bin with your waste and recycle more. Metal lids Aerosols Cans Tins Foil black sticker Use your black

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Western Miniature Rifle Club

by John Le Ruez

Summer indoor shooting is usually a quiet time across rifle clubs as holidays and other activities take priority, but not this year! Every Sunday morning, we have welcomed the Jersey Sea Cadets for air rifle shooting as part of their summer activities camp. WMRC coaching, facilities and encouragement have enabled these young people to develop air rifle skills in a safe, structured and supportive environment. Following the British Shooting national competition held at Western earlier this year, the JSSA (Jersey Smallbore Shooting Association) welcomed Sinclair Bruce, one of the top UK national coaches to Jersey. Sinclair delivered coaching education in .22 indoor and 10m air rifle, with 14 local shooters having the opportunity to develop coaching skills, including WMRC members Sarah Campion, Jerry Hart, Libby Hart, and Kim Fryer. Additionally, Sinclair provided individual and small group coaching for local shooters making for an invaluable visit. The JSSA would like to thank Jersey Sport for their financial support which helped make this opportunity possible. Western members have enjoyed a busy and successful summer of competition across the UK and Europe. Kaia James recently competed at the British Shooting Pathway Championships for air and her first competition with .22 3P and the Junior International Competition at Bisley. We wish Kaia every success as she begins university this autumn.

Poland - her first major international championship in .22 Three Positions (3P). Paige Fryer has enjoyed excellent results at the Welsh and British Championships as well as competing at the British Shooting Pathway Championships. She also helped GB secure a team bronze medal at the IRS Cup in Belgium and earned a place in the Super Final in Brussels this October. Congratulations to all our shooters on their fantastic achievements. Their dedication and success demonstrate the strength of WMRC and inspire the next generation of shooters.

EYECAN Visually Impaired Shooting WMRC has been able to offer visually impaired shooting opportunities to EYECAN members. We have specially adapted air rifles which use an electronic audio guidance system and lasers to guide shooters onto the target. This activity is already popular in the UK, and we hope to establish it in Jersey. The introductory session in August received coverage in the local media, helping to showcase this exciting new initiative. With WMRC members coaching alongside them, we hope to create a relaxed, welcoming and enjoyable environment where participants can develop a new hobby, coinciding with EYECAN’s 140th anniversary! Many thanks to The One Foundation, Wolf Investments Ltd, Jersey Commonwealth Games Association, B&Q and Pentagon for generously sponsoring the purchase of the equipment to make this new initiative possible.

Libby Hart has enjoyed a busy summer, competing at the Welsh and British Championships. She also attended a three-day training camp with the British Shooting Olympic Potential Squad before being selected to represent Great Britain at the Under 23 European Championships in

Western Miniature Rifle Club is open on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings for .22 and Air Sports respectively. We are situated opposite the Community Centre in St Peter, and you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Western Miniature Rifle Club.

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On Familiar Turf Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham says meeting Islanders is what makes his job amazing. He chats to Andy Sibcy about community, parishes and pier jumping.

n his election manifesto, Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham highlighted the importance of supporting Islanders at every stage of their lives to build a strong and balanced community. He wasn’t the only candidate to put community at the heart of his pitch in June. Whatever the political hue, enabling the young, families and older Islanders to live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives must be government’s greatest goal. But even if that was a given, it doesn’t necessarily follow that the sum of those parts would be a connected community. Sewing the strands together requires something else. Senator Farnham suggests that much of it happens organically, through the interwoven networks of sport, family, volunteering, charities, community groups and other

organisations that bring people together and are so strong in Jersey, the things that hyperlocal parish magazines showcase and celebrate. Community is also fostered, he adds, by a very special and distinct set of Jersey institutions – the 12 parishes. Whether around the Council of Ministers table or out and about across the Island, the Chief Minister’s political success is founded, at least in part, on his energy for engaging with people with different backgrounds and perspectives to find common ground. It’s the same energy which builds community, a valuing of the many different contributions people make. It couldn’t really be any other way. There’s no insulating Westminster bubble or long train ride back to your constituency. As soon as you walk out of the States building, you’re in the thick of it – accessible to the people you represent who won’t wait until the next election to hold you accountable. “In my role as a States Member and Chief Minister, I am always surrounded by people, working with people, socialising with people. I meet hundreds of people every month and that's what makes my job so exciting and different,” he says. “Whether I’m walking the dog in the morning or attending meetings, I am constantly in contact with Jersey’s diverse community.” Currently chair of Age Concern Jersey, he is a long-time champion of the Battle of Flowers (a former chairman and president of the BoF Association), a sports fan who has competed as a triathlete and played football for St Helier

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panel assessing the current parish system chaired by nowSenator Helen Miles published its findings. While the parishes remained vital to the health and identity of the Island, it found, they needed some modernisation. It also concluded, among other things and in some quarters, that their relationship with central government relied too heavily on informal goodwill rather than formalised frameworks, there needed to be greater transparency and more consistency in matters such as the issuing of firearms licences. The new president of the Constables Committee and father of the parish in St John, Andy Jehan, is a reformer who wants to see the review panel's recommendations adopted. He has warned that a failure to act will render parishes irrelevant, precipitating an existential crisis. and St Paul’s, jogger, pier jumper and a proud father and grandfather. All these touch points with people of very different experiences of Jersey, he says, help him better understand the community he leads. “I'm also a big supporter of the parish system,” he adds. But just what those ancient institutions should look like, how they fit into a 21st century island, is currently an issue of intense debate. Shortly before the election, a review

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Senator Farnham is a little less stark in his assessment, but broadly echoes the same sentiments. “I think the parish system works pretty well,” he says. “When I gave evidence to the panel, my view was that it might need a bit of fine tuning, but we don't want to change it too much. I think it’s a case of sensible evolution rather than wholesale change. We don't want to change the character of our unique parish system. We can allow it to evolve, keeping our values, in a way that the parishes themselves support.”

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Sea swim or spa day? “Definitely sea swim.”

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Bacon roll or lobster lunch? “A bacon roll in St Ouen’s Bay.”

• Condition of the roads and protection of the environment the most important parish issues

Sunrise or sunset? “Sunrise. I’m an early starter.”

• 78% of respondents say the parish system is very important or quite important

Crocs or Birkenstocks? “Definitely Birkenstocks.”

• 66% say their parish community is strong or quite strong

20 miles per hour - too fast or too slow? “It depends. You should drive at a speed that is safe for the road. I think we’ve got it about right.” Favourite place to walk the dog? “I'm going to say St Ouen's Bay.”

• 65% say parishes have an important part to play in the Island’s future

But what do you think? We’re asking readers to answer a few questions about Island and parish issues. It’ll take no more than around five minutes.

Favourite beach? St Ouen’s. Sands Slip.” Favourite place for a jog? “Val de la Mare reservoir, two laps. Sometimes, if I'm feeling fit, three, but more often than not, since I've been Chief Minister, just one.” Favourite parish? “Do you know what, I haven't got one. Honestly, I don't have a favourite parish. My favourite parish is Jersey.”

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This Girl Can by Samantha de Gruchy

Women’s and girls’ rugby is one of the fastest growing sports in recent years. With 2.7 million players globally, women and girls now make up 25% of the rugby playing population. Many put this down to the hugely successful Women’s World Cup held in England in 2025, which England won. And Jersey is no different - 20 years ago a group of young women said, “We want to play rugby” and, since their first training session 20 years ago this November, they have! The Jersey Women’s and Girls’ game has gone from strength to strength. Those original women are still part of the rugby family as coaches and managers, while new talent is part of the ever-growing Women’s team at Jersey Rugby Club who play in a UK league, Jersey Touch Rugby who competed at the European cup this summer, the newly formed walking rugby team and, most importantly, the Jersey Girls Rugby Squad who are part of the Minis and Juniors section.

We’ve got second generation players, university representatives, county players and an England U20 player, as well as those who just want to have fun, run about, find their inner strength, build their skills and make life-long friends. It’s these skills and friendships that keep girls getting up on rainy Sunday mornings to come to training and travel to play rugby. Now is the perfect time to give rugby a go, if it’s been an age since you threw a rugby ball around, or if you’ve never touched a rugby ball in your life, it doesn’t matter! If you are in school Years 7-13, we’d love to see you at our Girls Rugby Open Day on Sunday 11th October 2026 at 10.30am at St Peter’s Rugby Club or head to www.jerseyrfc.rfu.club, make an enquiry and they’ll point you in the right direction.

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News from your

Parish Church As we continue to enjoy (or should that be endure) the never-ending hot weather, I am beginning to wonder whether I should follow the example of friends and relatives in Australia and start planning to spend Christmas at the beach! It would be fun to have a long line of Christmas trees along the Five Mile Road or decorating St Aubin’s Bay at Beaumont. I suspect that this is just wishful thinking. The nights will soon draw in. The weather will grow colder. We might even get some rain.

Catholic Community NEWS

Parish Picnic

in the Park

by Pat Guegan

We were blessed with fine weather for our second Catholic Parish Mass and Picnic in the Park. The location was a marquee holding 300 people in the beautiful grounds of Coronation Park at Millbrook.

The Parish Picnic is an opportunity for the various parts of the Parish to come together for Mass in a relaxed and informal setting, followed by a shared meal with friends and family, some musical entertainment and traditional children’s games, such as sack races.

The coming months will be marked by several important celebrations and commemorations: Harvest Festival will be celebrated on Sunday 27th September. There will be the normal services at 8.00am and 10.30am. There will also be a Harvest Lunch. If you would like a ticket for the lunch (£10 for adults, £7.50 for under 16) please email rectorstpeter@outlook.com no later than Monday 21st September. Tickets will also be available in church on a Sunday morning. Service of Remembrance - our annual service of remembrance will be held at 10.30am on Sunday 8th November. It is an important occasion at which Municipality, the local church, and the wider community come together to commemorate and give thanks for all those who gave their lives that we may live in freedom and peace. Annual Memorial Service on Saturday 21st November at 10.30 am. At this service, we remember all those for whom a funeral has been held in St Peter’s Church over the last year. It is also an opportunity for each of us to remember those whom we have known and loved. During the service, those present are invited to come forward and light a candle in memory of their loved ones. The service is followed by refreshments. If you wish someone to be remembered by name, a list will be available in church from Sunday 15th November. Whilst we may not have started planning Christmas at the beach, plans are well in hand for our annual Christmas Tree Festival. We always welcome new exhibitors, alongside those who have created a tree in the past. If you would like to take part, please contact Mary Killmister at marykilly23@gmail.com. The festival will take place from Saturday 5th December until Wednesday 16th December. I look forward to welcoming you to these events,

Robert Harris Rector rectorstpeter@outlook.com

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The diversity in our Parish was evident in the delicious food spread out on the various tables around the marquee including Portuguese, Polish, Indian, Filipino and African. Three groups provided the entertainment after lunch: the Lewis Brothers sang together for the first time for many years, the Filipino choir gave a polished performance reflecting their regular practices, and our African choir made their first public appearance. Many thanks to those who made this event possible – to Parks and Gardens for use of the park, to the donor who covered the cost of the marquee, to Besco Laundry for the table cloths, to Marta for the table decorations, to Sarah for the quiz, to the Knights of St Columba for the cost of printing Save the Date leaflets, and the Parish Council for organising.

Church Closures Parishioners recently attended the last Mass held at St Patrick’s Church.

Following consultation with the Catholic Parish in Jersey and the Diocese of Portsmouth, it was decided that St Patrick’s Church and the Church of St Mary and St Peter would close. Lack of priests and the high cost of maintaining 7 Churches in the Island were the reasons given for the decisions. The Polish Priest will relocate from the Presbytery at St Mary and St Peter to the Presbytery at the Church of Our Lady and the Martyrs of Japan at St Martin, as will the Sunday Morning Polish Mass.

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Philadelphie Messy Centre

Rest and Be Thankful There is a mountain pass in Scotland called ‘Rest and Be Thankful’ which I have travelled through on many occasions, and each time I have been in awe of the beauty of God’s creative hand displayed in the majestic mountains and deep valley.

It is, at such times too, that it has caused my heart to sing and offer silent prayers of thankfulness not only for the joy of the moment but also for the times that God has helped me through difficult times and got me through to the other side.

Messy Church with their young families, sitting down and having a chat to one of the team or resting whilst doing a bit of colouring, may be just what you need at the end of a busy day; not to mention the bliss of having dinner prepared for all of you! And for the relatives and carers who come along to Messy Vintage, it can be just that chance to sit back and listen to those you’ve come along with, reflecting on all the mountains and valleys of their life, as you share in a simple craft, sing together and later, enjoy a fabulous afternoon tea. Our Messy events are not just about the toddlers, the children, and the older folk who come along, they are about you too… you, who care for and support them all the way through their ups and downs.

In many ways, for those who bring people along to the Messy Centre at Philadelphie to attend Messy Bears, Messy Church, or Messy Vintage, the experience can be very much like going through that pass. For the pace of life and demands of the day can seem so overwhelming that sometimes we all need the tender loving care of resting and being thankful. For the Messy Bears mums, dads, grandparents and carers, it may be something very simply like having a member of the team keep an eye on your little one playing, thus giving you the chance to enjoy a hot cuppa in peace! For those attending

You may already come along to a Messy session so know the joy it can bring to you, or maybe you would like to join us but haven’t made it through the door yet. Whichever it is, you will always be most welcome and given opportunities to rest. And, if in those moments, your heart is caused to sing and maybe say a little, quiet pray too, well that is the beauty and majesty of God as you rest and be thankful.

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Jersey Family History Society Most Jersey families can usually name their grandparents but their knowledge often stops right there! The Channel Islands Family History Society is now known

as the Jersey Family History Society. Since its formation in October 1978, members have created copies of registers, 19th century Census records and much, much more! This extensive collection is open to public access at Jersey Archive. A new website enables members to access an enormous quantity of information on-line, with links to many other useful websites including Jersey Archives:

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Could you spare an hour a week to help a child discover the joy of reading? Every Child Our Future is looking for volunteers to join Story Starters, a programme that gives three- and four-year-olds the opportunity to share books one-to-one with a caring adult in their nursery setting.

You don't need to be a teacher or have any special qualifications. If you enjoy reading with children, listening to their ideas and encouraging their curiosity, you already have what it takes. Full training and ongoing support are provided. Each week, volunteers spend around an hour in a local nursery, sitting alongside a child as they explore picture books together. They talk about the story, laugh at the pictures and discover new words. These simple moments help children develop the language, confidence and curiosity that form the foundations of early reading. In our busy world, this may be the only time in the week when some children have an adult's undivided attention to share a story.

Monthly meetings are usually held at The Members Room at the Société Jersiaise, 7 Pier Road in St Helier, with talks held on the last Monday evening each month from October to June, and other venues chosen in July and September, often outdoors, enabling the discovery of various aspects of local interest. Descendants of Jersey families world-wide are able to join our indoor meetings using ‘Zoom’. Membership enables you to explore the website more deeply and to enjoy a reduced subscription for access to details from Jersey Archives. Quarterly Journals are published - the large volume of articles and other information can also be accessed on-line. Why not join this friendly local society? Help is offered to open a door to the past, to solve those mysteries, and put leaves on your family tree! Come to one of our meetings and find out more.

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Our volunteers often tell us that Story Starters is the highlight of their week. Watching a child grow in confidence, remember a favourite story or proudly retell what happened is enormously rewarding. Today, 30 volunteers support around 140 children in 21 nurseries across Jersey, but we know many more children would benefit if more volunteers came forward. If you can spare just one hour a week, you could make a lasting difference to a child's future. To find out more about volunteering with Story Starters, please visit www.everychildourfuture.org or email emma@everychild. org.je. One hour a week. A lifetime of stories.

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The new 108th soccer season has just begun for St Peter FC Two sold out coaching weeks with two major professional clubs - Southampton FC and Everton FC - have taken place at St Peter FC this summer. The first commenced on 20th July with around 112 young footballers aged 4 to 13 years, not only from St Peter Academy, but also boys and girls from around the Island. With all seven coaches paying their first visit to coach in Jersey under the direction of Southampton FC Lead Coach Kevin Polkinghorne, the week was a resounding success.

Rui Marques, new Manager and Head Coach of the First Team

The commitment and keenness to learn was immense throughout all age groups. Each session concentrated on a particular skill, with tests applied to those skills before the application being given full force with small sided games. The respective coaches noted each player’s application and progress and the week finished with an awards presentation covering the skills learned, and those players who caught the eye of their coach in other ways were also rewarded. This was the 9th consecutive year and the 18th occasion that Southampton FC has visited Jersey to coach the Island’s talented young players. This was the largest group of young people at any of their coaching weeks which take place in April and July each year.

The Everton FC Summer Coaching Camp will start on 10th August for the 23rd occasion since their first visit in August 2003. 160 boys and girls aged 6 to 14 years, with an extensive waiting list, are looking forward to another opportunity to learn and develop new skills and to test them out in small sided match play, under the direction of Lead Coach Andrew Foster. The Everton FC International Coaching team are supported by qualified St Peter FC Coaches. The new football season is just getting underway as I write. Pre-season fitness training has been top of new Manager Rui Marques’ agenda, and this should serve him and the players well. There are several newcomers in the squad and patience is the order of the day as Rui seeks to establish a cohesive team play. The season gets underway with the Charity Cup “Francis Bingham Trophy” with the first league game for St Peter’s scheduled for 22nd August with a 1pm kick off at St Peter. As always, the players and the Club welcome your attendance to support this young squad and, if you prefer to watch your football seated in comfort, our 150-seater stand is available. Our reserve team play Trinity in their opening game at the same venue with kick off at 4pm immediately following the first team fixture. The thriving Academy sector, kindly sponsored by Gatekeeper, moves into competitive mode in September and will feature in depth in the next edition. We look forward to welcoming you to St Peter FC, Rue Des Vignes for one of the above games or sometime soon. Any enquiries or for further information, please contact Brian Foulser by email at bmillgill@aol.com or 07700 702077.

Photos courtesy of Dan Andrade at Sportscast Jersey.

Kevin and his coaching team were once again very complementary about the raw talent that exists in Jersey, which they indicated was generally in advance of other venues they

visit. The consensus from Southampton FC, St Peter FC, parents and the young players was that this week should go down as another brilliant week, thoroughly enjoyed by all those who attended.

16-year-old Stevie Freeman

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Goalkeeper Jacob Videgrain

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St Peter’s

Rifle Club by Eric Payn

We held our annual shoot this year on Sunday 29th June at the JRA Club House at 8am, when the temperature was already heading towards 27°C.

It proved to be a warm morning until the end of the last range (600 yards) when a sprinkling of rain threatened to stop proceedings. Luckily, our parish members all finished without too much of a wetting but still had to dry electronic readers and oil their guns. Enthusiasm was high and so were the numbers using the ranges that day because several other competitions were going on at the same time, all happening under the gentle though positive supervision of the chief range officer and his strict, also qualified, assistant.

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Women’s Institute by Sarah Johnson

For our August outing this year, 18 members of St Aubin and St Peter Women’s Institute met at Hotel Cristina for a cream tea. The weather was glorious, as was the view from the restaurant. The chance for a purely social gathering is one of our highlights, and everyone enjoyed the chance to chat and indulge in the delicious scones, jam and cream together with cups of tea or coffee. Fortunately, our previous President, Brenda, was able to attend this year as she was on island for a weekend break. It was lovely to catch up with her and hear about her WI in Staffordshire. In September, we are back to our usual monthly schedule, and we are looking forward to a talk from the Repair Café. We meet at St Peter's Parish Hall on the first Friday of every month at 7.30pm. If you would like to come and join us, make new friends, enjoy lots of different events and maybe learn a new skill, please contact Sarah Johnson on 07797 725486.

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Wordsearch Solutions Our nine shooters used borrowed full bore shooting equipment if needed though many had their own gear. Once again, experienced shots Andrew Le Cheminant and his brother Barry guided us all through the event, being active members of our local Western Miniature Rifle Club and the JRA. Goetz Eggelhoefer, Richard Jones, Andrew le Cheminant, Barry le Cheminant, Lionel Le Gallais, John Le Ruez, John Payn, Sam Payn all fired prone whilst old vet Eric Payn fired from his table! Apologies were given by Mike Alexandre, John-Paul Fidrmuc, Richard Kenworthy and Neil Roystan. Our next shoot date is yet to be decided. If you are interested in getting involved, please contact Eric Payn on 07797 729483 or by email at eric.payn43@gmail.com.

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The Jersey Norman Story Following the opening of the Bayeux Tapestry in London recently to sellout numbers of visitors, the local publication, “The Jersey Norman Story 1,000 years/ L’Histouaithe Nouormande dé Jèrri 1,000 ans” by Jean Treleven and Geraint Jennings has, due to popular appeal, gone into a second edition.

uthor Jean Treleven said: “It is wonderful to see the growing interest in both our Norman story and our Jerriais language. I look forward to the publication of a French – Norman version in the near future and sharing this with our Norman neighbours and French speaking visitors to Jersey.”

The Jersey Norman Story 1,000 years/ L’Histouaithe Nouormande dé Jèrri 1,000 ans

Meanwhile Jean and Geraint are presenting the story to a capacity audience at the Jersey Festival of Words.

The publication explains the background to Jersey’s Norman links along with evidence of Norman heritage that is retained in the island today. “When the Normandy Region made the decision to celebrate 1,000 years of Norman heritage for the Millennium of the birth of William the Conqueror, Jersey just had to be involved as our loyalty to the Dukes of Normandy stretched from 933 to 1259, continued with the Kings of England and elements of that strong Norman heritage have continued to the present day. “It is bilingual, in both Jèrriais and English, a testament to the strong link with Jersey’s Norman past represented by the Island’s Norman language. It gives students and others the opportunity to discover some of the rich heritage contained within that language as well as discover the Norman story,” said the author.

‘The Jersey Norman Story 1,000 years/ L’Histouaithe Nouormande dé Jèrri 1,000 ans,’ Price £9.95 is currently available from:

• The Maison de la Normandie et de la Manche • The Société Jersiaise bookshop • The Museum Bookshop • The Harbour Gallery.

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Mathieu Alexandre and the Arrival of Print in Jersey The introduction of printing to Jersey in 1784 was one of the most significant cultural developments in the Island’s history.

t the centre of this story stands Mathieu Alexandre, whose brief but influential career as a printer produced Jersey’s first magazine, first newspaper, and first locally printed book, while also drawing him into one of the Island’s earliest controversies over press freedoms. Born in 1754 at Les Ormes, St Brelade, Alexandre lived during a period when the rapidly increasing volume of printed material was transforming political and cultural life throughout Europe and beyond. Newspapers, pamphlets, and journals became the principal means through which ideas of the Enlightenment circulated and shaped public opinion. While printing presses had proliferated across Britain, Jersey remained dependent on word of mouth for the dissemination of news and political information. Alexandre’s decision to establish a local press coincided with a turbulent period in Island politics. The long-running struggle between the supporters of Lieutenant-Bailiff Charles Lemprière and the reforming party led by Jean Dumaresq had created deep divisions. By the early 1780s, the reformist party, known as the Magots, recognised that a printing press could provide a powerful means of influencing opinion beyond the States Chamber. Backed financially by leading Magots, Alexandre travelled to England to learn the printing trade before returning to Jersey with a press and type. In October 1784 he produced Le Magasin de

The frontispiece of King David playing the harp from the Book of Psalms, which was printed in Jersey in 1786.

The frontispiece from the first edition of Le Magasin de l'Ile de Jersey, depicting an allegorical image of the spirit of printing presenting the printing press to an allegorical representation of Jersey.

The title page from the Liturgy, the first book to be printed in Jersey, published in 1785.

The title page from the first edition of Le Magasin de l'Ile de Jersey.

l’Île de Jersey, the Island’s first monthly magazine. Its frontispiece, designed by Jersey-born artist Philippe Jean, presented printing as an instrument of enlightenment and progress. Its contents, however, were unapologetically partisan, disseminating Magot political ideas. The publication’s downfall came in 1785 when Alexandre printed a satirical allegory describing the corruption of rulers of the fictional island of “Yeseri”. The piece was a thinly disguised attack on prominent Jersey figures whose identities were immediately recognisable. Criminal libel proceedings followed, initiated by Thomas Pipon and William Charles Lemprière. The legal battle dragged on for years, raising important questions about the limits of political criticism and MOBILE LIBRARY the role of juries in libel cases. Despite these difficulties, Alexandre’s press remained active. In 1785 he printed a French-language liturgy for use in the Anglican Church, the first book published in Jersey. This was followed a year later by a book of Psalms, which included the first music to be printed in the Island. Also in 1786, he launched the Gazette de l’Île de Jersey, generally regarded as Jersey’s first newspaper, which became an influential voice in local politics. It provided the reform movement with a platform to shape public debate. Alexandre’s direct involvement in printing appears to have ended by 1788. Thereafter he devoted himself to public duties and the management of a substantial family inheritance until his death in 1808. His significance, however, far exceeded the brevity of his printing career. Alexandre fundamentally altered the Jersey’s political and cultural landscape, laying the foundations for a publishing tradition that continues to this day.

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PC John Shatford (St Peter & St Brelade) Tel: 01534 612434 (connects to mobile) stpeter@jersey.police.je Robert Harris 481805, rectorstpeter@outlook.com

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