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Welcome...

… to “Southwest”, your community-focused, free magazine for all the people of St Brelade.

ur wonderful front cover photograph is Healing Waves, a charity providing inclusive surf therapy experiences for individuals living with challenges that can make the ocean feel out of reach. Find out more about their transformative opportunities on pages 28-29. St Brelade Battle of Flowers had another successful year, entering both a senior and a junior float. We all love seeing our Parish represented in the parades, but it seems that only a few of us are willing to give up our time to help make it happen. Please consider getting involved so that St Brelade can continue to participate in this incredible community tradition. More information and contact details can be found on page 5. Following Election Day in June, we congratulate all our newly elected or re-elected Parish representatives. We are delighted to have contributions from all three of our Parish Deputies, and we look forward to hearing from them regularly. Read about their plans on pages 18, 19 and 21. Our young Parishioners have been very busy as usual as you will see in updates from Mont Nicolle, La Moye School, Pathways, 10th St Brelade Scout Group and St Brelade’s Youth Project.

What’s inside... Pathways

If you have any broken items in need of repair, why not take them along to the upcoming Repair Café on Saturday 26th September at Les Quennevais School. See page 30 for more information. Thank you so much to all our regular and new contributors for the time spent writing articles and collating photographs to share with our readers. We are always delighted to share information about many of the wonderful activities and opportunities which are available in our local community. We hope that you enjoy reading about them and are encouraged to get involved.

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St Brelade RE

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Battle of Flowers by Sean Jones

Wow, what a Battle for the Juniors! They were awarded three big awards - Prix D'Excellence, Best Design and Best 2D (Floral). For a small group, they pushed their limits, learned new skills, made new friends and should be very proud of themselves for everything they have achieved.

nyone who has seen the float will know exactly why they won such big prizes. To those who came forward to support the children during Battle Week and those who cheered from the crowds, a big thank you. If there are any children wishing to join us for next year, please get in touch with Karen on 07797 961900.

The senior exhibit did not receive any prizes this year, but the float was very well received by the audience along Victoria Avenue. Thank you to the Constable (an expert flower picker) and the parish workers for the continuing support, together with the very small band of helpers who picked, glued or helped in the shed in any way. Whether the one pass parade worked or not, we will leave you to decide. However, from an individual and exhibitor perspective, it was not without its problems for the Day Parade. Fortunately, the Moonlight Parade seemed to work better. This year, several float teams seem to have struggled getting enough helpers. If St Brelade is to continue entering Battle, greater physical support from Parishioners will be required. The core team consists of only six people who undertake the build and all the detailed work over the winter months. If you could help from the start of the build in January, it would be greatly appreciated! Please get in touch with us on via Facebook page St Brelade Battle of Flowers Association or email Sean at s2010jones@gmail.com. PAGE 5

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Pathways Fun, Friends and France by Liz Lambotte

No sooner had we finished an incredibly successful week of Holiday Club at St Luke’s School and Mont Nicolle School than it was time for our next adventure.

he very next day, eight young people and three adults packed up their bikes and passports and headed to France for five unforgettable days. Our destination was La Hallerais campsite, where we would spend four nights together exploring the beautiful countryside around Dinan. Although

mornings and then spend the afternoons relaxing by the campsite pool or simply enjoying time together. The campsite itself offered plenty of evening entertainment, but one night will stay with us forever – karaoke night! After enjoying dinner together in the campsite restaurant, the adults headed back to our accommodation, but the young people were determined to stay for the karaoke. As we sat chatting, we suddenly heard some very familiar voices booming across the campsite loudspeakers. Curious, we wandered back to see what was happening. There they were – our young people – right at the front, confidently holding microphones and singing at the top of their voices to a packed audience. We quietly found a seat when a lady at the next table asked, “Are those your young people?” For a split second, we weren’t quite sure whether to admit it! We wondered what she was about to say. When we told her they were with us, her face lit up. “They’re wonderful,” she said. “I have two younger boys, and it’s been so lovely for them to watch teenagers who are confident, happy, encouraging one another and simply having fun. I hope my boys grow up to be just like them.”

the young people all attend different Pathways sessions and knew each other a little, there was a noticeable sense of anticipation as everyone wondered what the week would hold. Each morning started with a hearty breakfast before setting off on our bikes. Led by two incredibly fit and enthusiastic cyclists, we quickly discovered that everyone had different levels of cycling experience! The first day was a learning curve as the stronger riders naturally moved ahead while others found their own pace. That evening we came up with a plan. Instead of the fastest riders leading, those with less experience would ride at the front and set the pace for everyone else. Most of our routes were across gentle, flat countryside, although the climbs back into Dinan certainly tested our legs! With temperatures soaring on some days, we adapted our plans. We’d cycle during the cooler

Even the ferry journey back to Jersey wasn’t wasted. The group spent most of the crossing planning a future performance, discussing ideas, assigning roles and dreaming about what they could achieve together next. Residentials and trips away are about so much more than cycling or sightseeing. They provide space for young people to grow, to discover who they are, to build resilience and to become the people they were created to be. If you would like your child to grow in confidence, develop responsibility and experience a true sense of belonging, we would love to welcome you to Pathways.

More Information: please visit our website at www.pathwaysjersey.co.uk or find us on Facebook at Pathways. PAGE 6

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Mont Nicolle UPDATE Headteacher

Nursery

It gives me great pleasure to reflect on the past academic year. The children have had so many enriching experiences at Mont Nicolle. It has certainly been a truly successful year filled with growth, learning and memorable experiences for all.

Our trip to St Aubin in search of razor clams was a great success. The nursery children all had the opportunity to search for the distinctive keyhole-shaped holes in the sand, sprinkle salt into them, wait patiently for the razor clams to emerge, and then carefully pull them from the sand. It was wonderful to see the children’s faces filled with excitement and a genuine sense of achievement throughout the experience. They showed great patience, curiosity and teamwork, making it a memorable and enjoyable outing for everyone. We brought the razor clams back to school, where the children measured them and compared their sizes. This gave them the opportunity to use their measuring skills in a real-life context while reflecting on their exciting discovery.

The children have enjoyed an abundance of educational visits throughout the year to support and enhance their learning. Visits to Brittany, La Hougue Bie, the Royal Square for a Battle of Jersey re-enactment, Eric Young Orchid Foundation, Safety in Action, Ronez Quarry, the Synagogue, and much, much more! We have had so many sporting opportunities and achievements including football, netball, athletics, squash, tennis, cross country and the Swimarathon. We have also celebrated many achievements beyond the school such as roller-skating competitions in the UK, Dance World Cup in Dublin, Kids Triathlon, gymnastics and dance, and the Family Nursing Colour Run, to name a few! Monies raised from our sponsored walk enabled us to bring over a Science Dome from England this year. Every class was able to enjoy an immersive 360-degree experience based upon Dinosaurs, Under the Sea and the Solar System. On the very last day of school, we bid a very fond farewell to our Year 6 children as they walked the red carpet, leaving behind Mont Nicolle Primary School for the very last time. The whole school cheered them on as we wished them lots of good luck at secondary school.

Mrs Paul

Mrs Moral, Miss Miere and Miss Anderson

Reception We are incredibly proud of Reception this year! The children have come on in leaps and bounds, making amazing progress with their subitising and sentence writing, and we have loved celebrating all their achievements along the way. They have also loved practising their knot tying, building rope bridges, going on beach days, and making massive bubbles. Well done Reception - you’re going to smash it in Year 1!

Mr Riva, Miss Kelly, Mrs Hart and Mrs Couley

Year 1 The children in Year 1 have had a busy and exciting summer term. In English, they explored pirate stories and visited the Jersey Maritime Museum to learn about local pirate myths and legends. In Art, the children studied Vincent van Gogh and used their weaving skills to create impressive 3D sunflowers inspired by his work. Geography lessons took learning outdoors, with a trip to St Brelade’s Beach where the children identified a range of physical and human features in the local environment.

Mrs Rowe and Miss Maule

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Year 2 Year 2 had a fabulous end to the summer term. We have enjoyed lots of trips and visits, and sports day was certainly one of the highlights! The weather was perfect and the children showed true sportsmanship throughout, cheering on their teammates and supporting one another. During our visit to St Brelade’s Church, we learnt all about the church’s fascinating history. The absolute highlight of the second half of term was our beach trip! The weather was amazing - we had a sandcastle competition and all the children got involved, working together in teams. The competition was very difficult to judge, and everyone came out a winner!

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Year 5 Year 5 enjoyed our trip to La Hougue Bie, where we brought our learning about the Stone Age to life. During the visit, the children had the opportunity to handle replica tools and deepen their understanding of the three Stone Age periods: the Palaeolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic. We explored the passage grave, learning about its architecture and the incredible engineering skills of the people who built it thousands of years ago. We also visited the Neolithic longhouse replica, discovering how dedicated volunteers had carefully constructed it using authentic building techniques and materials from the time. The visit provided a fantastic opportunity for the children to experience hands-on history!

Miss Waters and Mr Brady

Year 3 Year 3 very much enjoyed our trip to Ronez Quarry in June as part of our ‘Extreme Earth’ learning for our Science topic: rocks and soils. We created papier-mâché volcanoes and moving tippy trucks in DT, and rose to the challenge of completing our sponsored walk. A highlight of the summer term was our fantastic trip to the Jersey Opera House to see the Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians production.

Mrs de Carteret, Mrs Chapman and Miss Hansen

Year 4 Year 4 have enjoyed learning Jèrriais, Jersey’s local language, and the children have loved engaging with the island’s rich cultural heritage. As part of our learning about the Norman Conquest, we visited Mont Orgueil and discovered more about its fascinating history. We also had a memorable trip to a bee farm, where the children learnt about the importance of bees and how they contribute to our environment. In Science, the children explored electricity and successfully built simple circuits, developing their practical and investigative skills. Year 4 have worked incredibly hard throughout the year, showing enthusiasm, resilience and a positive attitude to learning. They have had a truly brilliant year, and we are very proud of all they have achieved.

Miss Goncalves

Year 6 Our Year 6 trip to France was a fantastic experience that will be remembered for a long time. The weather was extremely hot throughout the week, but this did not stop the children from making the most of every opportunity and embracing each challenge with enthusiasm. During the trip, the children took part in a wide range of exciting activities, including cycling, archery, orienteering, high ropes, abseiling and climbing wall challenges. They also enjoyed relaxing together during a picnic, making wonderful memories with their friends. The trip was an outstanding success. The children returned home with increased confidence, stronger friendships and many unforgettable memories from their French adventure.

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La Moye School

by Lawrence Gibaut

Summer Term Highlights It was another busy and exciting term at La Moye School, with pupils enjoying a wide range of learning experiences, trips and community projects.

ur Eco Team were proud to take part in the La Collette Household Recycling Centre project. Eco Representatives designed and created one of the display letters, each producing their own design before voting for their favourite. Using recycled materials collected from across the school, they created a fantastic final piece representing Jersey’s sun, woodlands and beaches, highlighting the natural environments they are passionate about protecting from litter and pollution.

The Nursery children had a wonderful trip to Jersey Zoo, where they explored minibeasts in the zoo classroom, examined them closely with magnifying glasses and visited many of the zoo’s most popular animals. The children were excellent ambassadors for the school, demonstrating outstanding behaviour and enthusiasm throughout the day. Despite several summer heatwaves, staff and pupils worked together brilliantly, making use of air-conditioned classrooms, staying hydrated and ensuring everyone remained safe and comfortable. There were plenty of adventures beyond the classroom too, with Year 2 visiting Sark, Year 3 enjoying a residential at Brig-y-Don, and Year 5 spending time at Crabbe. Meanwhile, thanks to our Year 1 pupils for their hard work at Sprouts Farm.

In our Reception class, children have been learning all about the oceans, the creatures that live within them and how we can help protect marine habitats. They were delighted to welcome Emily from Ocean Life, who shared fascinating information about Jersey’s marine wildlife, including seahorses found in our local waters. The children also learned about the world’s five oceans and explored ways they can help care for the environment. Our Year 3 pupils thoroughly enjoyed their Jèrriais lessons and celebrated their final session by learning a traditional Jersey dance and dressing in traditional Jersey clothing. The term concluded with an emotional farewell to our Year 6 pupils. They gave a fantastic performance of Cinderella Rockafella, showcasing their talents and providing a wonderful celebration of their time at La Moye School. We wish them every success as they take their next steps into secondary education. We are incredibly proud of all our pupils and the achievements they have made throughout another memorable summer term. One of the most emotional moments of the summer term was saying goodbye to our Headteacher, Mr Baudains, after eight wonderful years at La Moye School. Throughout his time at the school, he has played a vital role in shaping our community, supporting pupils, families and staff, and helping the school to flourish. We were delighted that he received the special send-off he so richly deserved, with pupils, staff and parents coming together to celebrate his contribution and thank him for his dedication, leadership and care. From heartfelt messages and memories to special performances and celebrations, it was a fitting tribute to someone who has made such a lasting impact on La Moye. While we will miss him greatly, we wish him every happiness and success in the future. PAGE 10

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St Brelade’s

Junior Residential at Crabbe

Youth Project

by Stacy Benstead

It has been another busy and exciting few months at St Brelade's Youth Project, with young people taking part in a wide range of activities designed to build confidence, develop skills, create friendships and support positive wellbeing.

Youth Hustings One of the highlights of the summer was our Youth Hustings, where young people had the opportunity to meet candidates standing for Connétable and Deputy positions in the recent elections. The young people prepared and asked a variety of thoughtful questions on issues that mattered to them and their community. The event was designed to encourage young people to take an interest in local politics and increase their understanding of the democratic process. Many felt empowered by having their voices heard and recognised the importance of voting and political engagement. We also watched the Senatorial Hustings, giving young people a wider understanding of the Island's political system and helping to create informed future voters.

Girls' Night Following requests from our members, we organised a special Girls' Night focused on promoting positive emotional and physical wellbeing. The evening included trapeze yoga, a barbecue, music, dancing and plenty of opportunities to relax and chat. It provided a valuable space for young people to unwind, connect with one another and build friendships in a supportive environment. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with many young people saying they enjoyed having dedicated time together away from the pressures of school and everyday life.

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Our Junior Residential at Crabbe was another huge success. Over the course of two nights, young people enjoyed a packed programme including talent shows, team games, Olympic-style challenges, high ropes activities and much more. Residential experiences are incredibly important for the social, emotional and physical development of young people. Spending time away from home helps them build independence, strengthen friendships, develop resilience and gain confidence in new situations. One of the most successful aspects of the residential was that the young people agreed to take part in a technology-free weekend. By putting phones and devices away, they fully embraced the opportunity to connect with one another and enjoy everything the outdoors had to offer in Crabbe's beautiful rural environment.

Skate Park Project Our Skate Park Project continues to go from strength to strength, running regular sessions throughout the year and increasing activity during the summer months. This summer we held a fantastic Skate Jam, giving young people the opportunity to showcase their skills, try new tricks and celebrate their achievements. Alongside skating, we also delivered art and graffiti workshops and supported beginners who were trying skateboarding for the first time, as well as more experienced skaters looking to develop their skills. The project is fully funded through donations and provides an important outreach service, bringing youth work directly to where young people are. The Skate Park Project supports positive engagement within the community while helping young people develop confidence, resilience and skills through participation in a fantastic sport.

Youth Exchange with Gibraltar We were delighted to welcome a youth club from Gibraltar as part of a youth exchange visit to Jersey.

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During their stay, they joined us for an evening at the skate park where young people from both islands were able to connect, socialise and learn from one another. We also took the group surfing at Les Landes Surf School, where they experienced a true Jersey summer and enjoyed everything our Island's coastline has to offer. The exchange provided a wonderful opportunity for cultural learning, friendship building and creating lasting memories for all involved.

Looking Ahead As we move into September, all our regular youth club sessions will be reopening, and we look forward to welcoming both familiar and new faces back through our doors. Please get in touch for details of our session times.

Volunteers and Staff Wanted St Brelade's Youth Project is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers and staff members who are passionate about supporting young people. If you would like to find out more about opportunities to get involved, please contact the Senior Youth Worker, Stacy Benstead. We would love to hear from you and welcome new people into our team.

More Information: If you would like to know any more, please contact Stacy Benstead at stacybenstead@jys.je or 07797 723260. PAGE 13

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10th Scout Group St Brelade

by Evelyn Langlois – Akela 10th St Brelade Dome Cubs

Bikes, Beaches and Bug Hotels A baking hot summer has meant that the Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts of the 10th St Brelade Scout Group have been able to get outside and enjoy our wonderful Parish and Island. Oak Beavers really got into growing this term as they worked on their gardening badge. They learnt about how our wonderful trees change during the year, and decorated plant pots in preparation for planting. We had lots of fun mixing the clay and mud for seed balls. Later in the term, the Beavers had a lovely hike along the Railway Walk and they ‘deposited’ their seed balls everywhere. Let’s hope some pretty flowers grow, although with no rain maybe we’ll have to wait for next year. To help our friendly critters, the Beavers designed a new bug house for our grounds at Les Creux. A lot of thought went into the designs, and we considered the different creatures that might use the hotel. Once designed, the children helped build the hotel and planted beans in their decorated pots.

and got on their bikes. The speed at which they whizzed around Les Quennevais cycle track was phenomenal, with the scootering Beavers being overtaken several times. The Beavers love team games, so a huge game of stuck-in-the-mud finished off the evening.

Dome Cubs set off with a hike at the start of term; we decided to

venture further away, and so headed for the North Coast, walking the cliff paths around Bouley Bay. Then, we were up there again visiting Jersey Zoo. Their amazing Education Centre was our base for a couple of weeks. The Cubs played conservation games, made pinecone bird feeders, and even Raspberry Pi cameras to film any wildlife that came to feast on the feeders. It was lovely being at the Zoo after closing time; all the animals were asleep, except for a particularly lively otter who put on a display for us as we left.

Beech Beavers meanwhile,

had a very different term. They learnt about money and how to work out the correct change. The sweets they bought were part of the campfire treat, where they also learnt about campfire safety, especially important in the dry weather. They roasted marshmallows and sang their favourite campfire songs. Beech Beavers had their helmets checked before they donned them

The Cubs also learnt how to light a fire safely and cooked a snack of popcorn on biscuit tin fires. At the end of the term, the Cubs headed for Beauport beach. High in the wooded area, we built dens using only one tarpaulin and some rope. We devised some highly creative designs, and after squeezing everyone into the dens, the area looked as if we’d never been there. We finished off the evening with sausages on the beach and team games as the tide went out. PAGE 14

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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.

Our Scouts also visited Jersey Zoo and helped to build the massive bug hotel there; they made sophisticated bird feeders and learnt lots of information about Jersey’s wildlife. On returning in subsequent weeks to Les Creux, they made their own bug hotels which have been carefully hidden around the country park to encourage local wildlife. They have also had lots of fun in the outdoors, surfing, cycling and hiking, just the thing to do on warm sunny summery evenings. We are looking forward to starting scouting again in September with loads more fun, camps and special activities planned. If anyone would like to join our team of volunteers, in any capacity, please contact c.morgan@ scouts.org.je. We would love to hear from you.

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. 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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Your Parish Politicians

Deputy Jonathan

Renouf Looking back…

This is my first article since the election campaign, and so it is my earliest opportunity to comment on the campaign and the result. The first thing I want to say is thank you to everyone who supported me, whether that was through signing my election nomination papers, helping put up and take down my posters, and of course voting for me.

also wanted to say a special word of thanks to those people who gave me their time during the election campaign to discuss the issues that mattered to them and to share their stories with me. It is humbling as an election candidate to be given insights - often of a deeply personal nature - into the problems that people are facing. That is why I choose to knock on doors rather than just put leaflets through letterboxes and whilst this takes time and so means that unfortunately I did not get to knock on every door, that is a trade-off that I felt was justified. It is also worth noting that for all the aggression of political “debate” on social media, on the doorstep I found people overwhelmingly to be courteous, friendly and respectful (even when they did not support me). Finally, I’d like to congratulate my fellow St Brelade representatives Deputy Monty Tadier, Deputy Gabriel Raimondo and Connétable Steve Pallet on their successful campaigns, and especially Senator Helen Miles on her outstanding success in topping the Senatorial polls, whilst acknowledging the commitment and service of the defeated candidates in St Brelade, Mike Jackson and John Young, who both served the Parish with distinction over many years.

Looking forward… I am deeply honoured to have been chosen as the Island’s Minister for Infrastructure and I am aware that I face a mountainous intray in my ministerial role. However, I chose to stand as a Parish Deputy because I am deeply committed to serving you as your representative and I intend to work hard to fulfil your expectations in that regard, whatever the demands of ministerial office. There are several significant Parish issues that I intend to pursue, working with the Connétable and my fellow Parish Deputies where possible, including continuing to make progress at Les Creux, working to deliver improvements at Les Quennevais Parade and Precinct and transforming the Elephant Park. PAGE 18

Finally, I am of course a representative for all Parishioners, whether you voted for me or not, and I welcome anyone who wishes to get in contact with an issue. As in the previous term, I will be running a monthly “drop in” on the last Friday of each month at 1pm in the Waitrose Café. I can also be contacted for individual appointments, and I post regular updates on my activities on the St Brelade Parishioners Facebook page. One way or another, I look forward to seeing you over the next four years. j.renouf4@gov.je / jonathanrenouf.je

Constituency Drop-in Sessions Monday 21st September Deputy Montfort Tadier

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Friday 25th September Deputy Joanathan Renouf

1pm-2pm Waitrose Café

Monday 28th September Deputy Gabriel Raimundo

12pm-1pm Communicare Café

Monday 5th October 12pm-1pm Deputy Montfort Tadier Communicare Café Monday 12th October Deputy Gabriel Raimundo

12pm-1pm Communicare Café

Monday 19th October Deputy Montfort Tadier

12pm-1pm Communicare Café

Monday 26th October Deputy Gabriel Raimundo

12pm-1pm Communicare Café

Friday 30th October 1pm-2pm Deputy Joanathan Renouf Waitrose Café Monday 2nd November Deputy Montfort Tadier

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Thursday 5th November Island-wide Senator Drop-in

11am-12pm Communicare Library

Monday 9th November Deputy Gabriel Raimundo

12pm-1pm Communicare Café

Monday 16th November Deputy Montfort Tadier

12pm-1pm Communicare Café

Monday 23rd November Deputy Gabriel Raimundo

12pm-1pm Communicare Café

Friday 27th November Deputy Joanathan Renouf

1pm-2pm Waitrose Café

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Your Parish Politicians

Deputy Gabriel

Raimundo Hello, St Brelade! I’m so honoured and excited to be writing my first article in the Southwest as one of your Parish Deputies. I just want to take a second to thank everyone who supported me during the election. Thanks to all of you, I’m able to represent this amazing Parish for the next four years.

n the last few months since the election, I’ve realised my favourite part of this unique system we have in Jersey is that I’m able to have a personal connection with many of you. For anyone who I haven’t had a chance to meet yet, I’m taking this as my opportunity to say hello and tell you a little bit about me. Although I’ve always loved this Island, I never planned on entering the world of politics here. From quite a young age, I was always incredibly interested in animals and was planning on studying veterinary medicine until only a few months before the election. At school, this meant much of my time was spent studying the sciences instead of politics, but I believe that in the long run, it gave me the foundations to understand economics, which is something I now use daily.

I am also particularly interested in ensuring that young people have a stronger voice. As the youngest Deputy, my goal is to continue bringing a different perspective to the States Assembly, while also listening to the experience of those who have represented our community for many years, especially fellow St Brelade members. I want young people to feel that they have a future in Jersey and that their views genuinely matter.

Standing for election was certainly a new experience. During the campaign, I had the chance to meet so many different residents across St Brelade. From the conversations on doorsteps to discussions about particular issues affecting different parts of the Parish, I learnt a huge amount. What struck me was how much people care about where they live and about the future of St Brelade.

There are also some very practical issues I would like to work on that were highlighted in my manifesto, including road safety, speeding, traffic and the maintenance of our public spaces. Protecting St Brelade's beaches, countryside and coastline is equally important. We have an incredibly special Parish, and I want to help protect what makes it unique while ensuring that it continues to develop sensibly.

Being elected is a huge privilege, and I feel a responsibility to represent the whole Parish, including those who may not have voted for me. I want to make sure that I always remain approachable and that any constituent feels comfortable raising concerns, ideas or suggestions with me.

I don't expect to be able to solve every problem overnight, and I don't want to make promises simply for the sake of it. What I can promise is that I will listen, work hard and do my best to represent St Brelade.

Looking ahead, there are several areas I would like to focus on. One is supporting our community. St Brelade benefits from countless clubs, charities, businesses and volunteers who give their time to make the Parish what it is. I’ve begun working with these groups, including St Brelade’s Youth Project, to support them in ways that can hopefully expand the services they offer and make them as accessible as possible.

I look forward to meeting many more of you over the coming months, hearing your ideas and working together to make our Parish an even better place to live. g.raimondo@gov.je

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Deputy Montfort

Tadier September is Democracy Month, with various events being organised by the Greffe (the Clerk’s Office of the Parliament) for public engagement. For me, this political engagement, or outreach, is one of the most important parts of my job. It is not something that just happens at elections or once a year, but every day.

It was apparent that, even at the age of 8 or 9, these young students had ideas about what they wanted their school, their community and their island to look like. They also had some prior knowledge of the mechanics of democracy more generally. The pupils of Mont Nicolle have their own school council, with elected members, so they are already learning about how our world is interconnected and that, when we make rules or policy, we must think about how they affect everyone and everything, not just ourselves. Next year, this group will visit the States Assembly for a debate of their own, and I will follow this with interest!

n July, I was pleased, once again, to accompany Susan Parker from the Jèrriais Teaching Service for a visit to Year 4 at Mont Nicolle School to talk to them about community and politics – and to judge their parish crest poster competition (see photos). The artwork was colourful, varied and of a high quality – and so were the questions asked and discussions that took place. When asked, ‘What is your favourite part of the job?’, my answer was, “This is it! Talking to constituents – and future voters – about the ideas that make our community tick.” When we remove the jargon, politics is quite simple: it’s about our connection to people and place. This very rewarding school visit reinforced something that has become more and more clear to me over time - that political engagement is most effective when it is done face to face. The runup to the June elections also reminded me that what I enjoy most about my job is speaking to people, listening and learning. Alongside our health, time is the most precious resource we as humans have, so I am always profoundly grateful to people who give up their time freely to engage in the democratic process. I would like to take this opportunity to thank those at Parish and Island level who were involved in the elections, often working long hours; also, to all constituents of St Brelade who took the opportunity to engage during the election and who came out to cast their votes. As stated previously, there are opportunities for people to engage with the States Assembly in September, including a tour of the parliament and judicial buildings. If you are unable to make these dates, I am happy to personally arrange visits for constituents outside of these times. Finally, my updated surgery times are the first and third Monday of the month at 12pm-1pm at Communicare. Do pop in for a tea or coffee and a chat. I would be very pleased to speak with you. m.tadier@gov.je / 07797 844358 PAGE 21

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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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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

Quick Fire

What sort of Islander are you? Sea swim or spa day? “Definitely sea swim.” Bacon roll or lobster lunch? “A bacon roll in St Ouen’s Bay.” Sunrise or sunset? “Sunrise. I’m an early starter.” Crocs or Birkenstocks? “Definitely Birkenstocks.” 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.” 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.”

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.”

Our Island Survey Providing a snapshot of the Island and our 12 ancient parishes today. The results so far: • Condition of the roads and protection of the environment the most important parish issues • 78% of respondents say the parish system is very important or quite important • 66% say their parish community is strong or quite strong • 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. You can use the QR code to access the survey. The code will also be published on LinkedIn and Facebook on the Our Island Jersey pages. Please follow us and share the link so that we can reach as many people as possible.

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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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It’s not just players, the club has women as coaches, trainers, physios, committee members and volunteers - if you want to make a difference and join a community, the rugby family is a tough one to beat. We hope to see you there!

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It's Shoebox Time Again! 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 Brelade has always been wonderfully supportive of this magnificent cause, and we're hoping to make this year's collection our best yet.

aul Heston is the Rotary de la Manche shoebox co-ordinator for St Brelade. If you would like to take part, Paul 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.

Once your shoebox is filled, simply leave it at the HSBC St Brelade Branch and we will collect it and take it to the main collection point. The last day for your boxes to be dropped off at HSBC 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 Paul at 07797 796118 or paulhesten@hotmail.co.uk.

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How a simple swell in St Ouen’s Bay is restoring confidence, joy and a sense of belonging.

here is something inherently grounding and calming about the ocean. For most of us who live on this beautiful Island, the sea is a place to recharge, reset and be our true self. But for individuals living with physical disabilities, neurological conditions or mental health challenges, the ocean can very often feel out of reach. This is where Healing Waves steps in. Since 2017, we’ve been breaking down barriers to ensure that absolutely everyone, despite any conditions or struggles they may have, can experience the pure joy and freedom that is brought by the sea. Delivering sessions in the waters of St Ouen, our ocean therapy programs support over 500 individuals in need each year. Through tailored adaptive surfing, paddleboarding and ocean therapy, our team provides a safe, inclusive and judgement-free environment where labels fade away and our Athletes thrive. Parents of two of our Athletes have said: “My daughter spends days in bed with anxiety and exhausted from the effort of trying to mask it and fit in. Healing Waves allows her to be her true self. She is anxious going, but they soon help her to relax and it’s been amazing. On weeks that she had barely left her bed with anxiety, Healing Waves energised he and made her believe she could do something good.” “When my child is with Healing Waves, they come to life. I see him drop his ‘mask’ and he feels truly safe being him. It is the only place where we do not have to figure out how to adapt the environment as everything is perfectly inclusive and celebrates each Athlete. Healing Waves embraces his uniqueness and is such a special place where he can thrive. You have blessed not only my son, but also me as I watch my child thrive. You have helped us access the ocean and surfing in a wonderful way, creating powerful memories and life enhancing experiences.”

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Beyond the physical thrill of catching a wave, the true magic happens in the subtle moments: a hesitant child taking their first few steps into the water, an adult regaining a sense of independence, or a family enjoying a moment of quiet respite on the sand. Because we never want a price tag to stand in the way of anybody getting the support and experiences they need, all our sessions are entirely free of charge. This is why, behind every session delivered, there is a dedicated community. With our team delivering sessions every day and our funders making it all possible, keeping our service free and accessible really is a shared effort!

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The True Cost of Ocean Therapy Providing inclusive ocean therapy experiences comes at a great cost to our charity.

e receive no financial support from our local government, and we are entirely dependent upon donations to cover our essential operational expenses which exceed £300,000 each year. Alongside our heroic team of specially trained Surf Therapy Instructors, the adaptive equipment and the world class facilities we use, it is the support of our local community that truly enables us to continue changing more lives each year.

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A Steady Current – Our Tide Tribe Community Consistent support is what keeps our boards floating and the smiles flowing. We take inspiration from the sea, where every great wave starts with a single ripple. We created our Tide Tribe initiative based on that same principle - to show how small, consistent monthly contributions can collectively power our mission by washing away our overheads. Since launching this Spring, our monthly giving has been steadily growing. As more ocean lovers join, we look forward to seeing the Tide Tribe make enough waves to ensure that no one is left on the shore.

The Power of a Monthly Gift Here’s how your monthly support could make a real difference: • £5 a month can help us to run a 1-1 session every single year • £10 a month can help us to run an adaptive board session each year • £25 a month can help us to run a 4-week program for an Athlete every year

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Repair Café

by Simon Langlois

The Jersey Repair Café is still going strong, 6 years after starting in St Brelade.

n July, we held our last event out west in neighbouring St Peter, as part of our aim to visit every parish at least once every 2 years, and we're back in St Brelade at Les Quennevais School on Saturday 26th September. This will be our 89th event! We've noticed an increase in interest from young people wanting to help and learn about repairing, which is great. Nobody is expected to have the skills and knowledge from the start, but an interest is half the journey. As JRC Co-organiser (and teacher) Jennifer Bridge says, “Every day is a school day” and that applies to all of us, even if our school days ended years ago.

and it's been suggested that we do a TikTok post about it - the clock is ticking (or quite often, it's not)! There's no obligation for volunteers to come to every event, and you don't need to be a repair expert in any way, as we all work together as a team, helping each other out with repairs if we get stuck. It's a great atmosphere and there is free tea, coffee and homemade cake for everyone! For more information, please see our Facebook group Jersey Repair Café or visit www.repaircafe.org.je.

One aspect of the Repair Café is PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) about which 4groupCI has been running PAT training courses for our volunteer repairers. When people bring in faulty electrical items, repairers need to know if there's any risk of electric shock, so the items tested are marked with a big red sticker if there's any doubt. Fortunately, most items are not dangerous and get a green sticker, and after repairs, we test the items again - safety first. Our musicians bring the events to life. 'Foolish Things' (pictured) St Brelade Parishioners Mia and Arthur are regulars, along with Colin Lever, G<2>A Garry and Art, and Jersey Pop Songs Mark Sims. The days of people singing around the piano in the living room or pub, having bought the sheet music for the latest hits, have been replaced with listening to recorded music on phones and other devices, so it's really great to be able to hear live performers on stage. We're always on the lookout for volunteer repairers, so if you'd like to join us, or know anyone who might be interested, please visit our website www.repaircafe.org.je where there's more information and a link to join. Clock repairers are in high demand, PAGE 30

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BOOKMARKS A roundup of local publishing

A new book by local author Sarah Grigson takes a fresh look at the occupation through 100 objects left behind. Some objects are rare and historically significant, others are humble, even mundane, but each carries a story. Here we look at one of the objects: a gas mask.

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water supply and whether there was a pond or stream nearby. They also noted anyone with first-aid knowledge or other skills that could be helpful in the event of an attack. Air-raid shelters were built all over the island. The States dug zigzag trenches in many parks, in the grounds of municipal buildings and at many of the schools. They were usually lined with timber, with wooden duckboards on the floor and long benches for islanders to sit on during a raid. Others were built into the basements of buildings, including in many private houses, or were constructed of brick or concrete in gardens.

The British government greatly feared the threat of poison gas attacks during air raids. They issued gas masks for every man, woman and child, including special versions for babies, and in Jersey, demonstrations and fittings were held at locations such as Grouville School and the St John’s Ambulance Hall to ensure the gas masks were used correctly. After war was declared in September 1939, islanders were urged to carry them at all times. Other precautions were taken against the threat of air raids by the States of Jersey. Tens of thousands of sandbags were ordered, and decontamination and first-aid posts were established in various locations. Blackout orders were issued and every window and door in the island had to be covered with a heavy curtain or shutter so that no light would show through. ARP wardens had to make a list of every household in their area, the number of people in each home, whether it had a telephone, how they accessed their

Air-raid sirens were placed at the Fort Regent Signal Station, the Jersey Electricity Company at Mont a l'Abbé, the grounds of the mental hospital in Grouville, next to St Peter's Parish Church and by the cemetery in Sion. Twenty-five-foot metal towers were erected to hold the three sirens outside of town. The sirens were powered by electricity, and by varying the power, the siren emitted a rising and falling signal to warn the public of incoming aircraft. The ‘allclear’ signal was a single continuous note. In the case of a poison gas attack, ARP wardens carried ‘gas rattles’, a hand-operated device that produced a loud clacking sound to alert people to immediately put on their gas masks (many of these were repurposed by football supporters after the war). They also carried hand bells to ring the ‘all-clear’ signal. The German air raid on Jersey in June 1940 used conventional bombs, and there were no other major air raids during the occupation, although there were at least fourteen small raids or occasions when bombs were dropped on the island. A terrible accident occurred in the cold winter of December 1944 that resulted in the closure of many air-raid shelters on the island. A nine-year-old boy entered a shelter to look for firewood and tragically died when he removed a wooden support, causing the structure to collapse. As the threat of air raids had passed, it was decided that many shelters would be removed.

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

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

for the Modern Age The Honorary Police have been part of Island life for more than 800 years, evolving from the earliest forms of local policing to the modern, community‑focused service Islanders recognise today. Parishioners, Islanders and visitors continue to benefit from a visible, trusted Parish policing presence across the Island.

We also work closely with partner agencies and other key stakeholders to uphold the standards of the Honorary Police. Although voluntary, our professionalism, training and conduct remain central to maintaining public confidence. Those interested in joining the Honorary Police can apply

he Honorary Police remain a vital part of Jersey’s infrastructure. Without our officers, many of the Island’s major events simply could not take place. The Battle of Flowers, the Jersey International Air Display, the Marathon and numerous other events rely heavily on the dedication and hard work of Honorary Officers to ensure their safe and smooth operation. Across the Island, we currently operate at approximately 55% of our full establishment of 311 officers. Like many voluntary organisations, we face recruitment challenges. Economic pressures, busy personal lives and changing work patterns all contribute to Islanders having less available time to volunteer. Despite these challenges, the Honorary Police continues to modernise while preserving its unique Parish identity. All officers - whether Centeniers, Vingteniers or Constable’s Officers - are automatically enrolled into the Honorary Police Association (at no cost to the officer). The Association provides essential support to officers, particularly in areas they may not wish to face alone, such as welfare concerns or disciplinary matters.

via www.yourparishneedsyou.je or through their Parish Hall. Applicants are interviewed and then invited to a Parish Assembly, where they may be elected as a Constable’s Officer, Vingtenier or Centenier - each role carrying different responsibilities, with Centeniers holding the Power of Charge. All officers are fully vetted. Once elected, officers attend the Royal Court to be sworn in for a three-year term. Training is a core part of the role. All officers complete Foundation Course Training, equipping them with the skills required for duty, followed by supplementary training throughout their term of office.

If you would like more information about the Honorary Police or the work of the Association, please contact me, as President of the Honorary Police Association, at Ben. Wheaton@police.sthelier.je.

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Officers are subject to the Police (Complaints and Conduct – Honorary Police) (Jersey) Regulations 2025. While we hope complaints are rare, the Association has invested in training additional Police Friends to support officers through any such processes. Our welfare support network has also been strengthened, ensuring officers can easily access help for mental health, physical health or other personal matters.

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Trees of Tomorrow by John Michel

Planting the right trees in the right places is crucial for our future. Once again, we’ve experienced a scorching hot, dry springsummer and our trees have suffered.

n August we entered drought conditions for the second time this year, so the increasing importance of planting and protecting trees suited to future conditions is clear.

Dealing with drought is a massive challenge, even if certain species can survive in some of the planet’s harshest conditions – we’ve all seen photos of a lone specimen in a desert or on a windswept mountainside. To select the right trees, we need to understand their origins and how they survive, while considering Ginkgo at Adelina Woods in St Helier location. Trees adopt one of two strategies to deal with drought: avoidance or tolerance. The former often involves maximising access to water which means having an extended root system that allows for storage when groundwater has dried up. The other avoidance strategy is to be economical with water use. This can manifest itself in various ways, the simplest being to reduce new growth or to shed leaves (abscission). Alternatively, some species will close their leaf stomata to stop photosynthesis while others grow a layer of hair or wax to prevent overheating and reduce transpiration. Very clever. Ginkgo at Adelina Woods in St Helier Drought tolerance, a plan B for some species, is about cell structure and water pressure, the latter a function of available or ‘potential’ water. Leaves are rigid because of water pressure within cells, with fully hydrated leaves said to be at ‘full turgor’ (turgor is measurable). Tolerant species have evolved to survive at lower water potential through developing stronger leaf tissue

Mature Ginkgo (photo credit Quynhha - Pixabay)

and changing cell composition through osmosis. This can vary greatly by species. Therefore, the burning question is: which trees are suited to our warmer future and which will fade away? Some of our most familiar trees are well equipped to survive, including cherry plum, black pine, Himalayan cedar and various oaks including holm (evergreen), cork and turkey. Of our most common trees, oak (like ash) is better suited to drier summers than beech with its shallow roots. Fruit tree aficionados, meanwhile, could consider the likes of almond, olive and plum. Perhaps top of the pile is ginkgo. This resilient species excels at dealing with drought and is adept at absorbing pollution, making it an ideal urban tree for the 21st century. Conversely, many of our best-known trees are going to struggle, including most alders, birches and magnolias. This is why it’s important to think long-term when talking about our ‘natives’. Many are unlikely to survive and, while that’s a shame, it means they’ll thrive at higher latitudes while we introduce better species to futureproof our canopy cover.

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Jersey Family History Society Most Jersey families can usually name their grandparents but their knowledge often stops right there!

he 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: www.jerseyfamilyhistory.org

You will be surprised at just how much there is at your fingertips!

Could you spare an hour a week to help a child discover the joy of reading?

very Child Our Future is looking for volunteers to join Story Starters, a programme that gives three- and fouryear-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.

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.

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St Brelade

Twinning Association by Martha Bernstein

We are going from strength to strength with nearly 90 members.

e had a wonderful day trip to see our friends in Granville on Saturday 20th June. It was a very long day, leaving St Helier at 7am and returning at 10.30pm. On arrival, we were given breakfast, then we walked into town for a visit to the wonderful Saturday market and then a meeting with the newly elected Mayor of Granville, Nicolas Germain – one of the youngest ever Mayors - who welcomed us to re-sign the Charter between the Jumelage of Granville and St Brelade which was first signed 21 years ago. There were many speeches and gifts were exchanged. Julian Bernstein, who has been the President of the Jersey Twinning Association for most of the 21 years, was gifted a house sign made up of Maritime Flag letters which spell out “St Brelade Granville”. After the Vins D’Honneur at the Marie, we had a long and delicious lunch. The Granvillais then organised for us to have a demonstration of Norman dancing and there followed a small amount of free time when a few of us visited the Musée Anacréon. The early evening gave us an amazing concert performed by the acapella choir “L’Echo du Roc”. We then had supper with over 90 people in the Salle and came home exhausted but happy!

On Wednesday 9th September, our friends came to Jersey for their annual visit. We arranged for them to learn about the Jersey Bayeaux Tapestry and for us all to be taught how to put in a stich. Over 40 of us joined in this exciting project. Our guests had time to visit the rest of Jersey Museum and then enjoyed lunch at the Parish Hall. For further information or to get involved, please contact Membership Secretary Martha Bernstein at mjb@marthabernstein. co.uk or call 01534 746353.

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BowlsClub This year is the 40th anniversary of St Brelade Bowls Club. The Club celebrated in fine style at La Moye Golf Club. It was particularly pleasing to note how many of the founder members and past presidents were in attendance.

ong periods of dry weather this summer have led to fast greens and highly competitive bowling. The club leagues are reaching the closing stages, and the club championships are showing the quality of experienced and less experienced bowlers alike. Monthly Sunday competitions continue to draw a good number of players. The Nixon Trophy was won by Stewart Logan, Jean Luce and George Mariette, with runners up Jenny Robinson, Dave Singleton and Bernice Boylan. The Sarcel Trophy was won by Martyn Luce, Fred Ahier and Bernice Boylan. Runners up were Jo le Quesne, Adrian Follain and Steve Bailey. Three St Brelade bowlers represented Jersey in the British Isles Bowling Championships - Lynne Cummins, Liz Wall and Estelle Burns. They also bowled in the British Isles International Series in the triples and fours. Tony Smith also represented Jersey in the Men’s International Series. The St Brelade representatives acquitted themselves extremely well and recorded wins against England and Wales. Clubs vie weekly for interclub trophies, but in recent years a new friendly competition, the Peter Mavity Memorial Trophy, gives new and more experience bowlers the chance to bowl together on a home and away format of two wood triples. Free training sessions are still happening. No uniform is required and bowls are provided. For more details, please contact Lynne Cummins on 07797 754772.

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St Brelade

Pétanque Group by Derek Hart

The St Breladais rambling pétanque international adventures continue.

e travelled to Scotland for the Ayr Pétanque Club team 4 challenge with teams of 4 players from England, Wales and Scotland, as well as our small contingent from Jersey - Derek and Joy Hart and Bridie and David Hunter. The format over the two days was singles, doubles and triples games, as well as shooting and pointing challenges. To round off the competition, a game of all four players in the team playing with only one boule each. We were pitched against the competition leaders – Wales – and we did our best to give them a game to remember. It is surprising how having to play only one boule concentrates the mind.

After two days of pretty strong competition, the Parish team came a creditable fourth on points difference. On games won, we were joint second behind the Welsh team. We met up with some old friends and made some new ones. Coming from Jersey, we are always sure of a warm welcome. The Ayr Pétanque Club put on a great weekend of pétanque. Many of the players using it as a warmup for the forthcoming Home Nations which will be held in Stirling in August, in which Jersey has a team competing. At home, the Elephant Park terrains are bursting with Saturday morning and Monday afternoon players but there is always room for more. We have spare boules to get you started and a qualified coach to help you. We meet at 10am on Saturday mornings and 2pm on Monday afternoons. You will be sure of a warm welcome. For further information, please contact Joy Hart on 741469 or happyharts13@yahoo.co.uk.

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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.

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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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On a blisteringly hot day in June, HRH the Duchess of Edinburgh visited EYECAN to mark the 140th anniversary of the Jersey Blind Society and to unveil a plaque commemorating the occasion.

t was a treat for staff and clients to welcome the Royal visitor, and to have the opportunity to explain support offered and received. Sophie particularly enjoyed speaking to the clients. Young children warmed to her keen interest in their activities, while older clients displayed their artwork and chatted happily about their lives.

Rush and cane chair repairers in 1947. Fred Garde (suited gentleman) supervised the workshop in Ann Street established by the Blind Society after WW2.

asks them to view. The Duchess also learnt how to use a long cane, navigating a corridor whilst wearing sight loss simulation spectacles. A snapshot exhibition illustrating the long history of the Jersey Blind Society was on display for the Duchess, but a more comprehensive exhibition, Seeing Change: EYECAN at 140. Honouring our past, Shaping our future, was staged at Jersey Museum during August. This featured artifacts, artworks and fascinating stories gleaned from contemporary records.

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Sophie also met and encouraged clients who’ve advocated for positive changes for themselves and others. Eleanor, a young woman who, as a child, had cut the ribbon to launch the rebranded charity, discussed the accessibility adaptions she’d recommended to Highlands College, and Linda explained that she sits on the Accessibility Panel for Jersey Heritage. Sophie was pleased that people with lived experience are consulted in this way and expressed that adaptions for people with sight loss support many other individuals, including the elderly.

Visitors to the exhibition learned about the “extravaganzas” at which “capitol songs were well rendered” which helped to swell the Charity’s coffers during the Victorian era. They also discovered that children with sight loss were taught skills at specialist schools in the UK to fit them for the limited employment options then available. Particularly interesting was the story of Fred Garde, who, having excelled at such a school, became the Blind Society’s only paid employee, serving the Charity from 1909-1949. Fred read and taught braille and the repair of cane chairs. He also supported the welfare needs of members.

Staff were also keenly listened to, with Sophie trialling Rayban Meta AI glasses which audio describe whatever the wearer

Jim L’Amy, former Jersey Blind Society Welfare Officer, wears the British Empire Medal awarded in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list, 1982. His wife, Vera, holds the accompanying letter from Her Majesty.

From small beginnings and through challenging times, the Blind Society has persevered and expanded. The Charity now boasts a dedicated base in St Martin and a skilled staff team. Happily, conditions have improved since the Society was founded, with technology and changing attitudes supporting independence and inclusion. The Charity’s rebrand to EYECAN in 2015 says it all - islanders with sight loss can work, create, advocate, enjoy life and flourish. Photo courtesy of Robbie Dark

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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. PAGE 50

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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