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Yolngu of the region could have less business opportunities and suffer under the strain of reduced services.
Chairman of Yolngu business Bunuwal Group Wanyubi Marika has concerns Nhulunbuy could end up as a “ghost-town” following Gove’s refinery closure.
Abbott must hear fears of ‘ghost town’ By MATT GARRICK A LOCAL Traditional Owner wants to tell the Prime Minister first-hand of the fear faced by his people that Nhulunbuy could end up as a “ghost town” after the refinery’s demise. P r i m e M i n i s t e r To n y A b b o t t confirmed in Federal Parliament last Wednesday, February 12, that later this year he would be travelling to East Arnhem Land for a week, to fulfill a pre-election pledge he made at the 2013 Garma Festival to do so. Traditional Owner Wanyubi Marika, of the Rirratjingu clan, who is also the Chairman of Yirrkala-based Yolngu business Bunuwal Group, said, if he
had the chance, he would speak with Mr Abbott about the challenges the refinery closure would pose. He voiced concerns that Yolngu of the region could have less business opportunities and suffer under the strain of reduced services. “We all share the Westpac bank, we all sharing the Woolies, we are all sharing the district hospital, the swimming pool, the football ovals, the taxis and the bars. “If they leave town, there will be a difficulty for Yolngu with services.” He said there was also worry that air and road transport services could be cut. Continued Page 3 >>
LADIES of Nhulunbuy (and a few brave men) poured into the Town Hall last Saturday, to send a loud and milky message to Rio Tinto Chief Executive Officer Sam Walsh. An afternoon called Get Your Jugs Out! was held; a breast cancer fundraiser where everyone was asked to bring along a jug. Around 80 people complied, and tied mes-
sages to the handles of around 80 milk jugs, telling Mr Walsh what they thought of their little town being dragged through turmoil. Pictured here, residents Abbey-Rose Vaggs and Gillian Chat showcased some of the best jugs on display. More photos inside, page 11. >>
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New CDU administrator sees the silver lining THE new administrator of Nhulunbuy’s university campus says the institution sees some exciting opportunities ahead in Gove’s brave future. Charles Darwin University Campus Administrator Nick O’Callaghan began the new gig last Monday. Since then he has been getting his head around what the town’s current metamorphosis,
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with the closure of Rio Tinto’s refinery, will mean for the campus. “Inevitably with the large-scale impact that this is going to have on the population, there will be impact. “As far as delivering to the current client base, it’s going to have very minimal impact.” He said CDU were hoping to identify some new opportunities amid the fallout.
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“There’s going to be a silver lining to the grey cloud somewhere. “I actually think that, especially initially, there could be some new retraining opportunities, especially for those people who are staying.” Mr O’Callaghan said the housing policy put out by Rio Tinto earlier this year, which will allow former employees to remain in company housing for cheap rent, could aid the situation. “This means that people will be around, and, perhaps, think about retraining opportunities. “So that leads itself to more training by the registered training organisation within the town, which is us.” He also mentioned that during the town’s transitional period, new industries could arise which would in turn mean more local people would have to be trained to work in these fields. “There are different fields that people are looking at developing which would all require training.” Some of the industries mentioned
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included horticulture and agribusiness, marine and fisheries, forestry and cultural tourism. Mr O’Callaghan said first up, one of his main
goals was to maintain delivery of the courses currently on offer. “And to support the fantastic professional staff that we currently
have here, who deliver courses locally and out in the Homelands, to ensure that they can continue delivering.” Mr O’Callaghan,
who lives in town with his wife and three children, replaces former Campus Administrator Sally Caraher in the role.
Visions of our unique corner of Australia PHOTOGRAPHERS of the region have been snapping away like crazy over the last year, capturing the essence of our vibrant community and surroundings. On Saturday, March 22, residents will be able to view the results of this exciting work at the Arafura Times Photos of the Year Exhibition. In a joint effort with the Gove Peninsula Festival Association, the Arafura Times will be showcasing some of the best photos taken by readers in 2013. Opening night of the exhibition will feature drinks and nibbles, and guests will have their chance to vote for their favourite Photo of the Year from 2013. After the exhibition, the year’s winner will be hung in a place of prominence in the community. All other Photos of the Year will be open for bidders to buy in a charity auction during the evening. Also showing on the night will be other fantastic photographic works from members of our talented community - if anyone out there is interested in hanging their photos of life in East Arnhem Land at the exhibition, please contact Arafura Times Editor Matt Garrick (8987 1798) or editor@arafuratimes. com.au.
The Arafura Times’ 2013 Photos of the Year Exhibition will be held on Saturday and Sunday, March 22 and 23, at the Gove Regional Arts Centre, in Nhulunbuy’s 4C’s Community Centre. Opening night, featuring drinks and nibbles, will start at 6.30pm on March 22, with everybody encouraged to come along and enjoy this free, fun community event.
Kids playing in an old troopie at Birritjimi. Photo: Matt Garrick.
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POLICE have issued a warning that one punch can kill, after a vicious brawl in the Walkabout Tavern saw one man get smashed in the face with a bottle and another knocked-out. Nine Nhulunbuy residents have been charged over the brawl that took place in the late hours of Saturday, February 8, which ended in one man being hospitalised for two nights. The brawl started after a fight broke out between two men, just after midnight, in the bar area of the tavern. During the punch-up, one man was allegedly struck on the head with a bottle, with what Police have described as a “coward’s punch”. The pair then pulled each other to the ground where they continued fighting. Security guards intervened and separated the brawlers, restrain-
ing the offender who allegedly bottled the other man. While the alleged attacker was restrained, a friend of the bottled victim ran up from the other side of the bar and hit him in the head, knocking him unconscious. The pub was immediately closed, and medical help called to treat the knocked-out man. He was taken to a staff-only section of the pub as employees waited for Police and ambulance officers to arrive. During this time, a group of men had gathered outside, allegedly wanting to cause further harm to the man who was knocked-out. Police said that when they arrived, a crowd of up to 20 people were hindering them from doing their duty, swearing at them and
behaving drunk and disorderly. Paramedics also arrived at the scene, but were unable to gain entry to the pub to treat the injured man, as it was deemed unsafe for them to do so due to the crowd of angry men. This resulted in a delay in officers being able to treat the injured man. After moving their ambulance to another nearby location, the officers were finally able to reach the man and transfer him to Gove District Hospital, where he was treated for the injuries he sustained. He was hospitalised for two nights. Nine men have since been charged over a string of related offences, including hindering Police, engaging in violent conduct, hindering medical aid and disorderly conduct in a public place. Nhulunbuy’s Officer-in-Charge
Senior Sergeant Brendan Muldoon said there was the possibility that further charges could be laid, and more offenders charged. “It’s extremely disappointing that these men who have been charged believe it to be okay to behave in this manner, regardless of the original incident. “As a result of wishing to seek restitution from the original offender, they themselves have become offenders in this incident.” Snr Sgt Muldoon said that all too often around Australia, people are killed from a single punch. “It’s a timely reminder for people that one punch can kill.” The nine men were arrested, charged and bailed following the incident, and will face Nhulunbuy Magistrate’s Court on March 5.
Abbott must hear fears of ‘ghost town’ << From Page 1 “These type of issues will hit our people. “When the Prime Minister comes here, these will be the issues we will raise.” Mr Abbott confirmed his plans to visit the region after NT Member of Parliament Warren Snowdon questioned him about why he had not yet travelled to Gove since the announcement of the closure. While Mr Abbott acknowledged he would be meeting with members of the Gumatj clan, lead by chieftain Galarrwuy Yunupingu, senior members of other clan groups around the region, including Mr Marika, said they hoped he would also come and spend some time with them. Mr Abbott said: “I am looking forward to meeting with the traditional owners and with other Indigenous leaders led by Galarrwuy Yunupingu. “It will happen later in the year and I look forward to meeting while I am up there anyone who feels that the federal government can be doing more to help.” Mr Marika said that while here, the Prime Minister should also pay close attention to the region’s education problems and the need for more private enterprise.
“We want to expand more businesses, give more opportunity for the business people to come in and establish, so Yolngu can fit in with partnerships with business.” In his Parliamentary address, Mr Abbott said he understood why the people in Nhulunbuy were unhappy, and why people involved in the Gove refinery were feeling disappointed. He also said he had been assured that Indigenous workers from the refinery would be offered new jobs in the region. “I have spoken on a number of occasions with Rio Tinto about this. “The assurance I have had is that the Indigenous workers at the refinery will be offered new employment in the mine and that as far as is humanly possible every worker at the refinery will be offered redeployment within the Rio Tinto business.” He did not mention if he thought the flow-on effects of the refinery’s closure could jeopardise Indigenous job prospects in the wider Gove community. Mr Marika spoke of how these flow-on effects could be a damaging force. “If those businesses are lost and assistance is not there, Yolngu will be sort-of crawling looking
for businesses and partnerships and services. “It will be like a ghost town.” Mr Abbott’s itinerary and the exact dates for his trip have not yet been announced, although it has been widely speculated his visit will be during the middle of the dry season. Coordinator at the Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Centre in Yirrkala Will Stubbs said the Prime Minister, and likewise people of the region, could look forward to the visit. “I think everyone in the region will attest that there is a thread of hospitality within Yolngu culture that we’ve all felt the benefit of, and I’m sure Mr Abbott will receive that same openminded, non-judgmental generosity that we’ve all been lucky enough to experience. “We look forward to his visit, and hope he brings his credit card.” Mr Stubbs said there was a long-tradition of high-level diplomacy in the Yolngu world. “They’ve been meeting important personages from far off places for up to several thousand years.” Mr Abbott’s visit will mark the third Prime Minister welcomed to the region in three years; Julia Gillard was in Gove in 2012 and Kevin Rudd twice in 2013.
Financial planners to determine ‘hardship’ FINANCIAL planners will be used to determine if Nhulunbuy property investors who claim “financial hardship” are able to access mortgage subsidies and rates reductions offered by Rio Tinto. Rio recently announced a threeyear support package, which outlined that mortgage subsidies could be available to “property investors
experiencing financial hardship”. After the support package’s release, some property owners voiced their angst that no clear definition of “financial hardship” had been given. Rio have since given a moredefined explanation of what this hardship entails. The company defined the term as meaning: “Genuine financial
hardship - a person who is unable to meet their financial commitments after taking any steps which it would be reasonable to expect them to take to optimise their financial position.” A Rio spokesman said the company would provide funding for independent financial advisers, who would consider the circumstances of each person seeking assistance.
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NHULUNBUY and East Arnhem Land have been unveiled as the major focuses of a brand new tourism campaign showcasing the region. Tourism has been cited as one of the industries which could help prop up the region d u r i n g t h e t o w n ’s transition away from bauxite refining. To begin inflating this industry, the NT Government launched a new campaign last weekend, promoting the region as a holiday destination. The campaign includes new print brochures showcasing the huge range of A sample from a new tourism brochure marketing the East Arnhem region to the country. experiences available area of Australia and as Nhulunbuy.” featured in the brochure in the region. a tourism location, it is A special East Arnhem is Banu Banu Wilderness Minister for Tourism largely undiscovered, a Land print and online Retreat, which has been Matt Conlan said the hidden gem. brochure has also been rated fourth in Australian campaign was developed “This new $10,000 produced in consultation Traveller magazine’s Top after a five-day visit to campaign will help sup- with East Arnhem Land 10 most awe-inspiring the region last month by port the East Arnhem operators and copies outback beaches. a team from Tourism NT community and grow have been delivered by Further promotional and the Department of tourism in the region Tourism NT to 100 top and marketing activity Business. by encouraging locals Australian travel writers is planned for the Gove “Arnhem Land is argu- and visitors to book a at a conference in Sydney. region over the coming ably the last untouched flight from Darwin to One of the attractions months.
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AS part of a new tourism campaign for East Arnhem Land, limited special airfare rates have been offered to and from Gove. A digital advertising promotion was launched last weekend, for special $199 each-way Airnorth airfares for flights between Nhulunbuy and Darwin. The Airnorth promotion is on sale now until March 9 unless sold out earlier, with travel between
May 1 and June 30 this year. Airnorth Chief Executive Officer Michael Bridge said the airline teamed up with Tourism NT by providing discounted airfares from Darwin to Gove. “As part of our commitment to assist in expanding tourism pathways and business to this amazing destination. “Nhulunbuy is only just over 90 minutes flying time from Darwin
and has some of the best fishing in the Territory. “It’s a great alternative for a quick getaway that many may not have considered previously.” The new tourism campaign also includes digital advertisements, Tourism NT’s consumer website www.travelnt.com, the Airnorth website and promotional emails to thousands of Airnorth subscribers.
Mining mogul reviews jobs in Gove MINING mogul Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest visited Gove last week, to assess the region as part of a nationwide Indigenous Jobs and Training Review. He flew in on a private jet on Monday, February 10, accompanied by leading Aboriginal scholar Marcia Langton. While in the region, Mr Forrest met with organisations including Laynhapuy Homelands, Gumatj, Bunuwal Group, Miwatj Employment and Participation Ltd and Rio Tinto.
Chief Executive Officer of Bunuwal Group Stuart MacLean said it was pleasing to see such high profile visitors coming to keep local businesses informed. “It’s good that they’re including us and keeping us consulted.” Mr MacLean said much of their meeting was focused on what the keys were to improving job opportunities for Indigenous people in the region. “He asked us what the key thing would be to increase participation in employment.
“We said building private enterprise and jobs and projects here is what we see as being incredibly important for progressing employment and business outcomes. “To do that, we need to devolve power from the land councils and get tenure on the land, to start with, so we can get projects and what-not going.” The findings of Mr Forrest’s review will be given as recommendations to Prime Minister Tony Abbott.
Rio reviewing town’s power supply RIO Tinto’s Gove Operations is undertaking a review of power supply to identify opportunities to improve the reliability of power to the town. General Manager Ryan Cavanagh said: “We recognise the inconvenience experienced by the community when there is a loss of power. “Power supply is a complex issue and there are often different factors and events that can trigger power losses,” Mr Cavanagh said. “While last week’s power loss was related to the refinery a number of recent power losses were related to transmission lines.” He said the team there has identified high winds and heavy rain as potential contributors. “As an example, we believe a number of recent power losses were due to a tree branch touching the
transmission line during heavy winds.” This tree has since been removed. Mr Cavanagh said the safety protection system on the transmission lines contributed to the duration of power losses. “If the safety protection system on the transmission lines automatically locks out then we need to physically inspect the length of the transmission lines and do a manual re-start. “This work can take between one and two hours. “It is important to recognise that this is a necessary safety measure to ensure we prevent major incidents that could injure people or result in extended power losses,” he said. The review of power supply will consider future capital and maintenance requirements.
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Art awards back and bigger than ever ONE of the major annual cultural events on the calendar for East Arnhem Land artists is promising to be bigger and better than ever in 2014. The Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards (NATSIAA) will celebrate its 31st year with its biggest prize pool in history and a new category. This year the total prize pool has increased from $60,000 to $75,000, with the cash prize for the overall winner of the Telstra Award set to receive $50,000, up from $40,000. The awards will also
include a new category, the Telstra Youth Award, to encourage the participation of young artists between the ages of 18 and 25. Entrants in this category may choose to use new media or other forms of art. Last year, close to 250 entries were received with the 76 artists selected as finalists having their works exhibited at the Museum and Art Gallery of the NT, in Darwin. Yirrkala Arts Centre artist Malaluba Gumana won the best Bark Painting Award at NATSIAA, netting her a $4000 prize. The centre has produced
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A deadly Coastal taipan that recently slithered into an Arnhem Land school. Photos: Josh Danvers. Mr Canning then attempted to coax the A HIGHLY toxic and rare snake recently slithered its way into an Arnhem Land snake into a bin before it disappeared into school. a thick garden. With the threat to students minimised, The slippery serpent gave teachers and students at Gunbalanya School a scaly the lock-down was lifted and the search, surprise when it showed its face late last with the aid of two other staff members, month. recommenced after students left for home. Preschool teacher and former snake More than an hour later the garden had catcher Gordon Canning found himself at been pulled apart and the snake flushed into the tail end of it when it was spotted just the hands of Mr Canning. Immediately it was placed into a wheelie minutes before students were due to be bin for relocation. dismissed from class. The potentially deadly snake was phoRecognised as a six-foot Coastal taipan, one of the deadliest snakes in the world, Mr tographed and released later that afternoon, but not before it slithered its way into the Canning was up against a fearsome foe. “The kids said it was bailed up by a body of Mr Canning’s vehicle which was teacher’s dog before it slid under the toilet left overnight to allow the troubling animal to leave in its own time. block.” It was later seen crossing the school’s Coastal taipans are an uncommon snake basketball court by another staff member in the NT; the Gunbalanya snake was the who immediately called for the former first official record of a live taipan caught in the Top End for at least the last decade. snake wrangler. Mr Canning warned that the major cause Mr Canning immediately requested the school be put into lock-down until the threat for snake bites was attempting to capture or kill a snake. could be neutralised. He then began the task of capturing the “All snakes should be treated as dangersnake. “My first attempt was at tailing it ous, and should not be interfered with by but it turned and lunged the full length of anyone other than experienced relocators,” its body back at me.” he said.
Meeting to plan future of town’s social groups AN important meeting is being held on Thursday, February 20, to begin forging a plan for the future of our region’s arts, leisure and sporting clubs. Gove Community Advisory Committee (GCAC) member Donna-Marie Grieve has been asked to develop a Community, Sporting and Cultural Assistance plan, to focus on ways to best support clubs and associations during the town’s transition. This plan will also identify the required support from governments and Rio Tinto. Thursday’s meeting will be a consultation between members of various organisations and the public to help develop this plan, and will consist of: • Introduction of Arts, Leisure and Sporting Representative/s of the GCAC - communication links, GCAC process, representatives,
Correction IN last week’s Arafura Times, Edition 976, an article appeared titled Wild weather warning for boaties. In this article, the photo of a sinking boat in Melville Bay was displayed and it was cited in the story that, “one boat nearly sank completely...following a week of storms and king tides”. We have since been informed that this boat sank for reasons not connected with the weather - it was just a coincidence that it went down at the same time. The Arafura Times apologises for this error, and for any inconvenience it may have caused.
• Share concerns, needs and issues of Clubs and Associations - Memberships, operational viability and future stability, • Identify process to achieve best support for Clubs and Associations - proposals, mergers, submissions and how/what/why/when to approach RTA, NTG and AFG, • Request for detailed information from Clubs and Associations - data to support submissions, paint accurate picture of current and future state, and, • Confirm best future communication links, processes and contacts - names, phone numbers, positions, postal addresses and emails. For more info, contact DonnaMarie on (0438 175 013), and check the What’s On guide on page 8 for full details.
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WEEKLY Every Wednesday. Nine-hole Chook Run, Gove Country Golf Club, 2.30 - 5.30pm. Every Wednesday. Barefoot Bowls at the Arnhem Club, from 5.30pm, followed by Karaoke. Every Wednesday. Open Mic Wednesdays - Walkabout Tavern from 8pm. Every Thursday. Badge Draw, Arnhem Club, from 5.30pm, followed by Karaoke. Every Friday. Nine-hole Beer Run, Gove Country Golf Club, 2.30 - 5.30pm. Every Friday. TGIF Weekly Draw, in the Walkabout Tavern from 4.30pm, prizes drawn at 6.30pm. Every Friday. Jag the Joker, Arnhem Club, tickets from 5-6pm, draw 6-9pm. Every Friday. Gove Surf Club open from 4pm, great views and family atmosphere, BBQ 6-8pm. Every Friday & Saturday. Grant Pukeroa live in the Beer Garden, 9pm-3am @ The Arnhem Club. Every Friday & Saturday. DJ Wil.K The Baddist, live in The Jam, 9pm 'til late - Walkabout Tavern. Every Saturday. Goose Club (tickets on sale from 11.30am), and Jam Session from 1pm at the Arnhem Club. Every Tuesday. Pool Comp at the Arnhem Club, from 5.30pm.
FEBRUARY Thu 20. Public Information session for Arts, Leisure, Sporting Clubs and Associations. 6pm, CDU campus Community Centre, Room Four. Info: ( 0438 175 013). Sat 22. NCL Arts and Craft Markets, Town Hall, hosted by Nhulunbuy Rotary. 9am - 12pm. Sat 22. LIVE MUSIC: Oojah Cockraigne Tour, Walkabout Lodge. Food, drinks, fun. 5pm. Sun 23. Junior Golf Sign-On, 9am, Gove Country Golf Club. Info: Esther Rika (0408 856 113).
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letters to the editor Small business is community’s lifeblood RIO Tinto recently announced a rescue package that is designed to help the local community survive the close down of the Gove alumina refinery this year. It is highly debatable whether a package of any type could ever be designed to entirely help a community through the trauma and complexity that Nhulunbuy township and the East Arnhem region face in the next 12 months and beyond. Small businesses will receive reduced power tariffs over the next three years, heavily subsidised rates, sewerage and rubbish charges, but more still needs to be done to support those who have invested in the community and serviced the mine’s operations and its
workers for its duration. Business advisers have been made available by both Rio Tinto and the NT Government. The Chamber of Commerce NT urges Rio Tinto, the NT Government and small business owners to work through issues openly and frankly. We hope that all parties can work through a process that provides short term economic relief with long term alternatives. The transition period must be fluid however hold tangible targets. Small business is the lifeblood of any community. It makes it a better place to live. It provides the everyday necessities for an individual, a family, a home.
It affords a town and region the opportunity of sporting and cultural events through sponsorship. It gives a stability and purpose to the life outside of a dominant workplace. In this case, a mining giant. Small business has invested in Nhulunbuy and the East Arnhem region. Over the past 40 years it has delivered the necessary services under somewhat difficult circumstances being slightly remote. It deserves every consideration in making sure owners are fully supported in every way possible. Greg Bicknall, Chief Executive Officer, Chamber of Commerce NT
You must be bananas, mate TO the low-life scumbag that stole a bunch of bananas from Wuyal Road in Contractors. Do us all a favour and get on the next plane out of town. Thieves are not welcome here. Had you asked me I would have given you as many banana palms as you want. But I guess because you are a common thief you are used to taking what you want. When you finally get to meet St Peter you may find he doesn’t want you either as you will be destined to stay in that other less desirable place. Phil Herdman, Nhulunbuy.
Nhulunbuy front and centre in parliament BOTH the Territory and Federal parliaments sat last week, the first sittings of 2014. True to his word, Bill Shorten, as Leader of the Opposition in the Federal Parliament, put Nhulunbuy front and centre with the first two questions during question time to the Prime Minister about our region. He also opened his Closing the Gap response with the fact that he had just visited north East Arnhem Land and met with traditional owners. In his speech he referred to a meeting he’d had with
Timmy Burrarwanga from Lirrwi Tourism about how current circumstances will widen the gap of disadvantage, not close it. Parliament in Darwin also featured debate about Nhulunbuy with the CLP government leading with a statement from the Chief Minister, A New Future for Nhulunbuy. Such statements provide potentially hours of debate and details of plans. Typically, several ministers would speak at length. Disappointingly, only the Chief Minister and one other minister spoke.
We did not hear from the ministers for tourism, business, education, health, housing, mining, primary industry about their vision and plans for ‘a new future for Nhulunbuy’. The sum total of the government’s plans for the region were delivered in 30 minutes which speaks volumes about how little they have in the way of concrete plans. My contribution alone used my full entitlement of 40 minutes under standing orders. Territory parliament continues this week with the Opposition seeking
every opportunity to put the spotlight on Nhulunbuy. Proceedings are broadcast live on the internet from 10am via the NTG Legislative Assembly website. HUGE thanks to everyone who came along for last Saturday’s Get Your Jugs Out! afternoon tea. A special thanks to those who volunteered to help out, couldn’t have done it without you. Just under $1300 was raised for the Jane McGrath Foundation for breast care nurses and dozens of messages to the CEO of Rio Tinto - pointed, sad, poign-
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ant, from the heart - will be collated and sent to London. THE first of the town hall markets for 2014 are on this Saturday and will be hosted by Rotary. I look forward to getting along for cake and a cuppa and some hellos and goodbyes.
Searching for facts in the ‘coconut wireless’ ONE of the wonderful things about living in Gove and our region is the ‘coconut wireless’. It is always alive with a broad spectrum of opinion, speculation, ideas, urban myths and, yes, in amongst it all the truth and a few facts. The Gove Community Advisory Committee (GCAC) endeavours to provide some of these up-to-date facts, ideas and options for the public and the Gove Taskforce to consider. The main groups active within the GCAC are business and property, tourism, employment, essential services, CARS (Culture, Arts, Recreation and Sport) and regional development. We are continuing to work closely together with key stakeholders to support the retention of key commercial services, trades, education and health services, businesses and community structures in the town and region. Future and opportunities The visits in the past couple of
weeks by the Chief Minister’s Expert Economic Development Panel reinforced that pro-actively scoping potential opportunities will transform us into a strong regional community. Aligned with these developments was the visit by the panel reviewing Indigenous Education in the NT. I am sure that a range of issues discussed will not only give excellent educational outcomes for Indigenous students but also maximise educational and training resources we have for all our kids which will allow them to participate effectively in our new economy. What’s happening? During the past two weeks, the region has received a large amount of key information and news. • Tourism has had a boost with the release of a new website from Tourism NT. • Rio Tinto released policies relating to business and property owners
support. • This has provided a focus for much discussion for individuals and business impacted by the changes. Follow-up meetings will be scheduled and coordinated by the relevant groups. • The sporting, arts, recreational and cultural activities are essential to our sense of community. It is great to note the Regional Economic Development Committee Chair Klaus Helms has been working effectively to secure agreements with Traditional Owners to continue leases at reduced rates off the SPL (Special Purpose Lease). • In the same way, support from the NTG through Clubs and Associations services and future planning with Department of Sport and Recreation have been meeting and planning to map to keep as many of our wonderful community organisations viable. There are a range of models I know that they are investigating and have worked at
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other places. • The Community Support Service hub is alive and well and there for us all. What’s on this week? • Community Support Centre is open everyday host services from Both Rio Tinto and NTG. • Taskforce meeting will be held in Canberra on Friday, February 21. Along with the Arafura Times, to keep up-to-date with all the latest info, visit www.goveoperationscommunitysupport.com and www.nt.gov. au/gove, where you can also access the GCAC newsletter. Glenn Aitchison, Chairman of GCAC
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Education review draws debate in Yirrkala A REVIEWER of Indigenous Education in the NT has labelled low statistics of attendance and literacy rates in remote communities as “a human tragedy”. Independent education expert Bruce Wilson, who was hired by the NT Government to conduct a cross-Territory review last year, was in the region last week to consult with local community members and discuss the draft of his final report. The draft report features 37 recommendations for changes to Indigenous education, in early years programs, literacy in primary schools, the delivery of secondary education, the structure of the department, attendance, community engagement, student wellbeing and behaviour management, roles and responsibilities of teachers and principals, community involvement, workforce planning and funding arrangements. The report was greeted by a mixed response at Yirrkala School, where a meeting was held last Friday morning, February 14, attended by teaching staff, community leaders and education advocates. The meeting was a chance for Mr Wilson to listen to feedback about the recommendations, so he could consider amending his report before delivering the final copy to the government on March 9. Community members raised concerns about Mr Wilson’s review, including suspicions about losing bilingual education and having to send their children out of the community and into boarding schools. Mr Wilson said he was in “favour of bilingual education - providing both
languages were being taught from the beginning of school”. He also voiced his findings that some bush schools could not maintain the quality of teaching resources that some town schools could, and suggested some children leaving their community to attend boarding school would feel the benefits of a higher quality of education. One community leader voiced her concern about sending children out of the region for school, saying, “If they go away, they grow away”. Senior teacher Gurruwun Yunupingu renewed calls for opening a boarding school in the East Arnhem Homelands. “One thing I want to stress is that a lot of our children are going to southern schools, Darwin schools, which is taking a number of our kids away from here. “Its good in one way, but not in another way - that’s why we need a boarding school here, in Garthalala.” Elders have been fighting for a boarding facility to be opened in Garrthalala for a number of years, but due to political argy-bargy it remains unopened. While in town, Mr Wilson also held a meeting at the Nhulunbuy Town Hall. The draft review can currently be viewed online at education.nt.gov.au, and submissions for change can be made to iereview.decs@nt.gov.au and close on March 9. PHOTO: Author Laklak Burarrwanga raises concerns about a draft review on Indigenous education in the NT, written by expert Bruce Wilson (centre).
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Are you being Yirrkala locals Rokuwuy Garrawurra, baby Jade Dhamarrandji, Ngangalawuy Gondarra, Mayawuma Gumbula and Mulawitjnga Maymuru. SIX years on from the national Apology was a timely reminder of the historic day. to Australia’s Indigenous Peoples, for the “The apology was a moving atrocities of the Stolen Generations, the experience for both Indigenous and moment still resounds for people in East non-Indigenous people. “I saw the profound effect the ApolArnhem Land. Last Thursday, February 13, marked ogy had on my close friends and I was left the anniversary of the 2008 Apology to in no doubt that it was no empty gesture.” Mr Scullion said the Apology was a Australia’s Indigenous Peoples by former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. deeply moving experience that allowed Although this region was relatively people to grieve and commence the protected from the Stolen Generations journey forward together. He also said that while there was - an era last century when Indigenous babies were forcibly removed from their much to be proud of, there was still parents by the government - this chapter cause for great concern, as highlighted by a government Closing the Gap Report of the country’s history still cuts deep. Yirrkala student Ngangalawuy Gond- released last week. “I am focused on securing better arra said her and her friends felt good about the apology given to Indigenous outcomes for First Australians, getting people in 2008, as it put an end to a bad children to school, getting adults into meaningful work, creating safer comchapter. “It’s important to grow up with munities and achieving constitutional recognition.” family. “Taking their children away must He said a successful referendum to have made them feel very unhappy.” recognise the First Australians in our Federal Minister for Indigenous Af- Constitution would be another historic, fairs Nigel Scullion said the anniversary unifying moment for our country.
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VALENTINE’S DAY, WALKABOUT LODGE ON the day of hearts and flowers, last Friday, locals hit the town with their special someone to treat them to a night out. Some were taken to a special Valentine’s Day dinner at the Walkabout Lodge, which hosted a sumptuous four-course set menu for the occasion. The Lodge booked out on the night, and the lucky guests who scored a table settled in for a romantic evening of live music and gourmet cuisine.
ABOVE: Glenda and Paul Birch. BELOW: Kellie and Csaba Boja.
ABOVE: Shirley and Ian ‘Shep’ Shepherd. BELOW: Brendan Hartog and Mareva Pearse.
Three’s fun on Valentine’s Day: Chloe Aitchison, Rochelle Briston and Jye Snowden. Tracy and Arthur Groom.
ABOVE: Matt and Anna Williams. BELOW: Walkabout staff Helena Ferguson and Britt Hart.
FLOWER POWER: Lauren Ritchie. Shani Fraser and Glenn Griffiths (aka Brad Pitt).
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Joe and Cheryl Smith.
ABOVE: Multi-talented singer Emma Marshall with DJ and musician Will Kapa. BELOW: Tim Orwin and Anne Chanon.
PHOTOS: MATT GARRICK
GET YOUR JUGS OUT! TOWN HALL, FEB. 15 DOZENS of Gove’s women, and a few brave men, poured into Nhulunbuy’s Town Hall last Saturday for an afternoon of tea and humour at Get Your Jugs Out! A charity event for breast cancer research, Get Your Jugs Out! called on the ladies to bring along a milk jug to poke fun at the Chief Executive Officer of Rio Tinto, Sam Walsh, who himself is an avid antique jug collector. Around 80 jugs were lined up in the hall, with messages to Mr Walsh
written on each one, as a way for people to vent their feelings about what is happening to Gove. Messages such as, “Living in Gove for eight years was like winning the lottery,” and “Money is not everything - community is more important,” will now be packaged up and sent to Mr Walsh, wrapped with a bright pink ribbon, along with a book of photos from the occasion. The event also managed to raise $1300 towards finding a cure for breast cancer.
Organisers Lynne Walker and Wendy Troe with some of the breast cupcakes they’d ever tasted, made by Estelle Carter. ABOVE:Hannah Devon and Tegan Stiff. BELOW: Erin and Harry Houston.
ABOVE: NT Labor leader and guest speaker Delia Lawrie, Sarah Clements, Katie Dobson and Jack Dobson with Mary Manager. BELOW: Fiona Stimpson, Chris Parfitt and Susan Stiff.
Amy McGrath and Hazel Trudgen (front) with Jenny Peers, Susan Smith and Aroha Cockle.
Alisha Chapman, Tiana Inglis, Natasha and Harley Stokes Rachel Blundell with Sarah and Nick Munnings. Karen Cislowski, baby Harry Houston, Robyn Pellenat and sound man extraordinaire, Blue Douglas.
Esther Mitchell, Serina Knispel and Steph Freeman.
Poss Thompson, Tracy Naughton and Rebecca Cran.
Jenny Glover and Sue Devon (front) with Cheryl O’Dwyer and Jill Stephens.
Heather McGee and Bernice Cox.
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5:30 Today 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:00 Brand Developers 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Movie: “Against The Current” (M a,s,l) - Struggling with a tragic past, a man with an urgent calling enlists two friends to help him swim the length of the Hudson River. 2:30 National News Now 3:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block - Fans Vs Faves 8:30 TBA 10:30 CSI: NY: Command+P 11:30 Extra 12:00 The Baron 1:00 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 1:30 Brand Developers 3:00 Good Morning America 4:30 National Early Morning News 5:00 Today
5:30 Sunrise 9:30 The Morning Show 11:00 Seven Morning News 11:30 Movie: “Silent Warnings” (M v,h,l,s) 1:30 The Daily Edition 2:30 The Chase 3:30 Seven News At 4 4:30 Deal Or No Deal 5:00 Million Dollar Minute 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 Home And Away 7:30 Coastwatch Oz 8:00 TBA 11:00 Parks And Recreation: How A Bill Becomes A Law - Leslie negotiates with her fellow councilmen to pass a new law extending the community pool hours. 11:30 Special: MacArthur’s Dream 12:30 Home Shopping 3:30 Dr Oz 4:30 Sunrise Extra 5:00 Seven Early News
FRIDAY 21
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 ABC News Mornings 10:00 Children’s Programs 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Talking Heads 1:00 The Song Of Lunch 2:00 The Checkout 2:30 As Time Goes By 3:00 East Of Everything 4:00 New Tricks 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News 6:00 Grand Designs 6:55 What’s Your Story? 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 QI: G-Animals 8:30 The Doctor Blake Mysteries - A Foreign Field - Doctor Blake struggles to discover the identity of an unknown man and uncover the mystery of who may have killed him. 9:30 The Guilty - Maggie is under pressure to charge the prime suspect, but she is still not convinced they have found the killer. 10:20 Lateline 10:55 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL 11:25 Hustle 12:25 Rage
5:30 Today 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:30 Brand Developers 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Movie: “Burglar” (M l,s) 2:30 National News Now 3:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Big Bang Theory: The Cohabitation Formulation 7:30 Talking Language With Ernie Dingo 8:00 TBA 12:00 Movie: “Thumbsucker” (M d,l,s) - Teenager Justin Cobb has an embarrassing secret: He still sucks his thumb. Berated by his father for the childish habit and unable to confide in anyone, Justin lets his loopy orthodontist try hypnosis. Trouble is, it works almost too well, and before long, Justin needs another crutch to keep his angst at bay. 2:00 The Avengers: Fear Merchants 3:00 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 3:30 Brand Developers 4:00 Good Morning America
5:30 Sunrise 8:30 The Morning Show 11:00 Seven Morning News 11:30 TBA 1:30 The Daily Edition 2:30 The Chase 3:30 Seven News At 4 4:30 Deal Or No Deal 5:00 Million Dollar Minute 5:30 Seven News 6:00 Today Tonight 6:30 Better Homes And Gardens 8:00 TBA 10:15 That ‘70s Show 11:45 Hung: What’s Going On Downstairs - After spending the night with Kyla, Ray finds out she may not be the woman he thinks she is. Jason’s introduction to the ‘Wellness Center’ brings out Rays competitive side. 12:15 Movie: “Deranged” (M v,s) - An eccentric psychiatrist, aiming to be in the spotlight, is not willing to let anyone or anything get in her way. 2:30 Home Shopping 3:30 Dr Oz 4:30 That ‘70s Show
5:00 World News 1:00 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia 1:30 Inspector Rex 2:30 NITV News Week In Review 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village 6:00 The Lakes With Rory McGrath 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Coast: The Hidden History Of Harbours 8:35 The Real White Queen And Her Rivals 9:35 As It Happened 10:30 World News Australia Late 11:00 The Feed 11:30 Movie: “Desire” (M a,d,s,l) - In Spanish. A group of residents in a traditional Mexican seaside town experience lust and passion in its many forms. Structured in eight chapters, each one tells the story of a particular coupling, a member of whom forms the basis for the next chapter. 1:30 Inspector Mantalbano: Age Of Doubt 3:25 Weatherwatch Overnight
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6:00 Rage 11:30 QI: G-Animals 12:00 Sinbad 12:45 Movie: “Red Shoes” (G) - The classic story of a ballerina torn between passion and artistic devotion. Contains a celebrated ballet sequence choreographed by Robert Helpmann. 3:00 Basketball: WNBL: Semi Final 1 5:05 Natures Miracle Babies: Back From The Brink 6:00 Devil Island: Meet The Neighbours From Hell 6:30 Hello Birdy: Songbirds 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Doc Martin 8:20 Agatha Christie’s Poirot: Dead Man’s Folly - Ariadne Oliver is organising a ‘murder hunt’ at a summer fete, but calls for Poirot’s help when she fears she may become involved in a real crime. 9:50 Silent Witness: Bloodlines (Part 2) - With Harry dead and Leo and Nikki getting nowhere with the police, the pathologists struggle to clear Harry’s name, while the police seem intent on covering up a wider conspiracy. 10:50 Adam Hills: The Last Leg 11:20 Rage Guest Programmer
5:30 Children’s Programs 6:30 Weekend Today - Saturday 9:30 Danoz Direct 10:30 Alive And Cooking 10:30 Who Do You Think You Are? 11:30 Discover Downunder Summer Series 12:00 The Block: Fans Vs Faves 3:30 The Bottom Line 4:00 Getaway 4:30 Your 4x4 5:00 Getaway 5:30 National News Saturday 6:30 World Club Challenge Rugby League 8:30 Australia’s Funniest Home Videos 9:00 The Big Bang Theory: The Cooper-Hofstadter Polarization 9:30 TBA 12:00 Movie: “Body Snatchers” (M h,v,l) - From a normal existence, the Malone family find themselves plunged into a world of terror where people’s lives are drained by Body Snatchers and become inhumane monsters. 1:35 Movie: “The Awakening” (M v) 3:30 Danoz 4:00 Home Shopping 4:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 5:00 Wesley Impact Summer Series
5:30 Saturday Disney 6:30 Weekend Sunrise 9:30 The Morning Show - Weekend 11:30 TBA 4:30 Creek To Coast 5:00 Queensland Weekender 5:30 Seven News 6:30 TBA 10:15 That ‘70s Show: Over The Hills And Far Away - When Bob insists that Donna check out Marquette while Eric looks at University Wisconsin, Eric is worried that going to separate colleges will be bad for their relationship. Jackie’s also worried when she can’t get a promise from Hyde that he’ll be faithful, even for a single weekend. 11:45 Hung: I, Sandee - Tanya finds out Charlie has skipped bail, and asks Missy to help track him down. Lenore declares war on Tanya and the Wellness Centre, and Ray worries about his ability to please women - especially Jessica. 12:15 Celebrity Juice 1:00 Movie: “Little Jungle Boy” (AV v) 2:30 Harry’s Practice 3:00 It’s Written Oceania 3:30 Home Shopping / 4:30 Dr Oz
5:00 World News 1:00 Sutra 2:15 New York: 20,000 Trees Under The Skyline 2:50 The Man Who Shot Beautiful Women 3:55 A Season At The Juillard School New York 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 A History Of Ancient Britain 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 The Return Of The Tiger 8:30 Living With The Amish 9:30 Movie: “An Education” (M a) - London, 1961. Smart, attractive 16-year-old Jenny finds her traditional education replaced by something slightly more sinister when an older, more worldly suitor sweeps her off of her feet while placing her future in jeopardy. 11:20 Movie: “General Nil” (MAV v) - In Polish. General Nil’s life has long been a taboo topic in Poland, but with this film the truth about the fierce leader is finally revealed. 1:30 Movie: “Fugitive Pieces” (MA s) - Young Jakob sees his parents murdered by Nazis in Poland during the war and his sister dragged away to an unknown fate. 3:05 Weatherwatch Overnight
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5:00 Korean News 5:30 UEFA Champions League 2013 / 2014 8:00 Weatherwatch 8:05 World News 1:00 Madeleine Peyroux 2:00 One Born Every Minute USA 2:50 Destination Flavour - Japan Bitesize 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village 6:00 The Lakes With Rory McGrath 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Mexican Fiesta With Peter Kuruvita 8:00 Gormet Farmer: Chickens, Vegies and Poly-tunnel 8:30 Italy Unpacked: Land Of Many Treasures 9:35 Rectify: Modern Times (M s,a) - Daniel retreats from the stress of recent events to the seclusion of his childhood room. 10:30 World News Australia Late 11:00 UEFA Champions League Highlights 11:30 Thursday FC 12:30 Seeing Stars 1:30 All Watched Over By Machines Of Loving Grace 2:30 Weatherwatch Overnight
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 ABC News Mornings 10:00 Children’s Programs 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Talking Heads 1:00 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL 1:30 Would I Lie To You? 2:00 At The Movies 2:30 As Time Goes By 3:00 East Of Everything 4:00 New Tricks 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:05 Grand Designs 6:55 Clarke And Dawe 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 The Checkout 8:30 Kids On Speed? 9:30 Trust Me I’m A Doctor 10:25 Lateline 11:00 The Business 11:25 Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day 12:15 Movie: “The Human Factor” (M l,s) 2:05 Dalziel And Pascoe: Fallen Angel 4:40 Grand Design 5:30 Talking Heads
6:00 Rage 7:30 Asia Pacific Focus 8:00 Weekend Breakfast 9:00 Insiders 10:00 Offsiders 10:30 Doc Martin 11:30 Songs Of Praise: St David’s Day 12:00 Landline 1:00 Basketball: WNBL: Semi Final 2 3:00 Football: W-League: Grand Final 5:30 TBA 6:30 Australia’s Remote Islands: Norfolk Island 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Flying Monsters With David Attenborough 8:40 Rake 9:40 Tim Winton’s The Turning 11:10 When Bjork Met Attenborough 12:00 Place: A dance piece created for Mikhail Baryshnikov and Anna Laguna by an outstanding international team of artists. 12:30 Agatha Christie’s Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? 3:35 Dalziel And Pascoe: Demons On Our Shoulders - It’s Halloween and, in a suburban home, Guy Hamilton shoots dead his wife Jean in their bedroom before disappearing. 5:30 Collectors
5:30 Children’s Programs 6:30 Weekend Today 9:30 Financial Review Sunday 10:00 Sarah Shark 10:30 Hurley Australian Open Of Surfing 11:30 Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Ironman Series 2:30 The Block - Fans Vs Faves 3:30 Rugby League: Brisbane Broncos Vs NZ Warriors 5:30 National News Sunday 6:00 The Block - Fans Vs Faves 7:10 60 Minutes 8:10 TBA 10:30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Better Off Dead - The CSIs dig to find the truth about how a recent shootout at a gun store might connect to a young woman who may have committed suicide. 11:30 Financial Review Sunday 12:00 What Would You Do? 1:00 Spyforce: Interrogator 2:00 Brand Developers 3:30 Good Morning America - Sunday 4:30 National Early Morning News 5:00 Today
5:30 Children’s Programs 6:30 Weekend Sunrise 9:30 The Morning Show Weekend 10:30 Dr Oz 11:30 TBA 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens 5:00 The Great South East 5:30 Seven News 6:00 TBA 11:35 Hannibal: Amuse-Bouche - Will and Jack hunt a killer who is burying his victims alive as fertilizer for his intricate garden of fungus, while Hannibal tries to shield Will from prying tabloid journalist Freddie Lounds. 12:30 Special: The Island At The End Of The World - Shackleton’s Triumph - A journey over and around the awesome sub-Antarctic Island of South Georgia, made famous by the legendary explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. 1:30 Home Shopping 2:30 House Calls To The Rescue - Luke loves his mum, so he built her a wooden deck - with disastrous results, plus an urgent SOS from a gardening school drop-out. 3:30 Dr Oz 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Al Jazeera News 1:30 Cycling Central 2:00 Speedweek 4:00 Football Asia 4:30 UEFA Champions League Magazine 5:00 ADbc 5:30 Who Do You Think You Are? 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Lost Worlds: Archaeology 8:30 Plane Crash 9:55 Everything And Nothing 11:05 Movie: “Jacquou Le Corquant” (M v) In French. A lavish 19th century epic about a French peasant boy who grows up to lead a revolt against the man responsible for his father’s death. 1:40 Movie: “The Road To Guantanamo” (MA l,a) - In English and Urdu, English Subtitles. Part drama, part documentary, this film focuses on the Tipton Three, a trio of British Muslims who were heading for a wedding in Pakistan but were captured on the Afghanistan border and then imprisoned in Guantanamo Bay. 3:35 Weatherwatch Overnight
MONDAY 24
7 CENTRAL
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 ABC News Mornings 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Big Ideas 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Talking Heads 1:00 Landline 2:00 Gardening Australia 2:30 As Time Goes By 3:00 Rain Shadow 4:00 New Tricks 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:05 Grand Designs 6:55 Audrey’s Kitchen 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Australian Story 8:30 Four Corners 9:15 Media Watch 9:35 Q&A 10:30 Lateline 11:10 The Business 11:35 Dalziel And Pascoe: Dead Meat 1:15 Movie: “Song Of Freedom” (PG) 2:30 Movie: “The Birth Of A Nation” (PG) 4:30 Grand Designs 5:25 Eggheads
5:30 Today 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:00 Brand Developers 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Movie: “Cactus” (M v,s,l) 2:30 National News Now 3:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block - Fans Vs Faves 8:00 TBA 11:00 Partners: The Archies - Joe and Louis wait to find out if they are nominated for an “Archie” award. 11:35 Oh Sit! A high-stakes, musical chairs competition, in which 12 thrill-seekers race head-to-head through five physically demanding obstacle course-style eliminations as they each compete to claim a chair - all to the sounds of a live band. At the end of the hour, only one contestant will be left sitting triumphant to seize the cash prize and the title of OH SIT! champion. 12:30 Extra 1:00 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 1:30 Brand Developers 3:00 Good Morning America 4:30 National Early Morning News / 5:00 Today
5:30 Sunrise 8:30 The Morning Show 11:00 Seven Morning News 11:30 Movie: “The Good Policeman” (M v) 1:30 The Daily Edition 2:30 The Chase 3:30 Seven News At 4 4:30 Deal Or No Deal 5:00 Million Dollar Minute 5:30 Seven News 6:30 Home And Away 7:00 TBA 8:15 Revenge: Control 9:15 Chicago Fire: Fireworks / A Coffin That Small 11:15 Parks and Recreation: Sex Education 11:45 Celebrity Juice 12:30 Home Shopping 3:00 Sons And Daughters - Wayne is frantic with worry when Liz disappears into thin air. 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Titanic: The Mission - Smoking Room 1:55 The Last Explorers 2:55 Life Is Beautiful 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5:00 One Man And His Campervan 5:30 Global Village 6:00 The Lakes With Rory McGrath 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Strip The City 8:35 Stephen Hawking’s Future Universe 9:30 Housos 10:00 Bendidorm Bastards 10:25 World News Australia Late 11:00 The World Game 11:30 Clown: Size 44 - In Danish. Plagued by injuries, Casper’s celebrity soccer team invites Frank to play. Frank tries to borrow some shoes, but the match ends in a confusing mess of tackles, syringes and sneakers. 12:00 Shorts On Screen 12:35 Derren Brown Investigates 1:30 William Shatner’s Weird Or What? 2:30 Weatherwatch Overnight
TUESDAY 25
IMPARJA
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 ABC News Mornings 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 Four Corners 11:45 Media Watch 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 Talking Heads 1:00 Q&A 2:00 Compass 2:30 As Time Goes By 3:00 Rain Shadow 4:00 New Tricks 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:00 Grand Designs 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Family Confidential 8:30 New Tricks: Coming Out Ball 9:30 At The Movies 10:00 Jennifer Byrne Presents: Ian Rankin 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:30 Four Corners 12:15 Media Watch 12:30 Movie: “The Cardinal” (M a,v) 3:30 Basketball: WNBL: Semi Final 1 5:25 Eggheads
5:30 Today 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:30 Brand Developers 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Movie: “The Tenth Circle” (M v,a) 2:30 National News Now 3:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block - Fans Vs Faves 8:10 The Big Bang Theory: The Cooper Extraction 8:40 The Big Bang Theory: The Scavenger Vortex 9:10 2 Broke Girls: And The Dumpster Sex 9:40 2 Broke Girls: And The Piece Of Sheet 10:10 Two And A Half Men: Baseball, Boobs, Boobs, Baseball 10:40 Two And A Half Men: Giant Cat Holding Churro 11:10 Weeds: Synthetics 11:30 20/20 12:30 Extra 1:00 Brand Developers 3:00 Good Morning America 4:30 National Early Morning News / 5:00 Today
5:30 Sunrise 8:30 The Morning Show 11:00 Seven Morning News 11:30 Movie: “Rapid Fire” (M v,l,n) 1:30 The Daily Edition 2:30 The Chase 3:30 Seven News At 4 4:30 Deal Or No Deal 5:00 Million Dollar Minute 5:30 Seven News 6:30 Home And Away 7:00 TBA 8:15 Winners And Losers: Selective Reality 9:15 Parenthood: Let’s Be Mad Together / The M Word - Max’s photography knows no bounds while Joel struggles for boundaries with Peet. Adam and Crosby too must set boundaries with the band. Sarah and Amber struggle with wedding bell nlues while Julia and Joel try to keep it all together. Kristina and Adam hit the campaign trail. 11:15 TBA 12:30 Home Shopping 3:30 NBC Today 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 World News 1:00 Person Of Interest 2:00 The Long March To Freedom 2:55 Life Is Beautiful 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village 6:00 The Lakes With Rory McGrath 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8:30 Insight 9:30 Dateline 10:30 World News Australia Late 11:00 The Bridge: After many suspicions and one witness statement, Saga and Martin arrest and question a fellow officer. He turns out to have an alibi for all the crimes, but is he really innocent? The murderer is finished now, having succeeded in doing what he set out to do - to open people’s eyes to the problems of society. Saga, however, believes that this is not the end of his plan and that there is more to come. 12:05 Sergio 1:45 Destination Australia 2:45 Weatherwatch Overnight
WEDNESDAY 26
ABC
6:00 ABC News Breakfast 9:30 ABC News Mornings 10:00 Children’s Programs 11:00 One Plus One 11:30 Family Confidential 12:00 Midday Report 12:30 National Press Club Address 1:30 Hello Birdy 2:00 Australian Story 2:30 As Time Goes By 3:00 Rain Shadow 4:00 New Tricks 5:00 Eggheads 5:30 ABC News: Early Edition 6:05 Grand Designs 7:00 ABC News 7:30 7.30 8:00 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL 8:30 Spicks And Specks 9:00 The Moodys: Easter Epiphanies 9:30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg 10:00 Would I Lie To You? 10:30 Lateline 11:05 The Business 11:30 The Straits: The Big Mistake 12:25 Movie: “The Terror” (M h) 1:45 Dalziel And Pascoe: Project Aphrodite 3:30 Football: W-League: Grand Final
5:30 Today 8:30 Danoz Direct 9:30 Brand Developers 10:30 National Morning News 11:30 The Ellen Degeneres Show 12:30 Movie: “Being Julia” (M l,s) 2:30 National News Now 3:45 National Afternoon News 5:00 Hot Seat 5:30 National News 6:30 A Current Affair 7:00 The Block - Fans Vs Faves 8:10 TBA 11:05 Dallas: Love And Family - John Ross lets Pamela in on J.R.’s master plan, but his trust may be misplaced. Drew confides a dark secret to Elena, forcing her to choose between her family and Christopher. 12:00 Extra 12:30 Skippy - The Bush Kangaroo 1:00 Brand Developers 3:00 Good Morning America 4:30 National Early Morning News 5:00 Today
5:30 Sunrise 9:30 The Morning Show 11:00 Seven Morning News 11:30 Movie: “The Linda McCartney Story” (M s,a,l) 1:30 The Daily Edition 2:30 The Chase 3:30 Seven News At 4 4:30 Deal Or No Deal 5:00 Million Dollar Minute 5:30 Seven News 6:30 Home And Away 7:00 TBA 8:15 The Blacklist: The Cyprus Agency - As Liz heads up an investigation that exposes an adoption agency’s shocking secret, Red’s pursuit of the FBI mole identifies a surprisingly new suspect. 9:15 Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D: Seeds 10:15 Defiance 11:10 Olivia Lee: Dirty, Sexy, Funny 11:40 Celebrity Juice 12:30 Home Shopping 3:00 Sons And Daughters 3:30 NBC Today / 4:30 Sunrise Extra / 5:00 Seven Early News
5:00 Korean News 5:30 UEFA Champions League 2013 / 2014 8:00 Weatherwatch 8:05 World News 1:00 Insight 2:00 Dateline 3:00 France 24 International News 3:30 Al Jazeera News 4:00 The Journal 4:30 PBS Newshour 5:30 Global Village 6:00 The Lakes With Rory McGrath 6:30 World News Australia 7:30 Indian Ocean With Simon Reeve 8:35 One Born Every Minute 9:30 Lilyhammer 10:25 World News Australia Late 11:00 Movie: “Front Line” (M v,l,s) - In Italian. Based on a true story, this film tells the dramatic story of an imprisoned man recounting his life as a political extremist and the mastermind behind one of the most audacious prison breaks ever attempted. 12:50 Movie: “The Protector” (MA v) - In Englidh, Thai and Mandarin. 2:20 Weatherwatch Overnight
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CROSSWORD No. 186
SUDOKU No. 186
Your Lucky
Stars
AQUARIUS (January 21st - February 19th) Your friendships may be waning this week. The time you’ve spent at work is taking away from prior commitments. Try to catch up as best as you can. Romance. Your mate may come to you with a strange, but adventurous idea. If you aren’t interested, at least let them try it with friends.
PISCES (February 20th - March 20th) Your family knows you better than anyone else. Take heed to their advice on an upcoming important decision. They won’t lead you astray. Romance. A casual remark could be the first step in an important new relationship. Don’t expect too much at first, however. They may be too nervous.
ARIES (March 21st - April 20th)
FOR KIDS
This will be a very good week to take the initiative in a group-based work project. Others will respond well to your managerial skills. Don’t misuse your power! Romance. If your loved-one lets you down, you’ll not be interested in their excuses! You could cut them slack at some point, however.
TAURUS (April 21st - May 21st) Your family is working well together. Use this group effort to complete several unfinished projects around the house. You’ll complete them quickly as a team! Romance. Someone close to you may be exerting more of an effect than you realise. Be careful because they may take advantage!
GEMINI (May 22nd - June 21st) Your enhanced sensitivity will help you to understand your family better. At times, you will be the person whom everyone confides in. Prepare yourself! Romance. An awkward situation amongst friends may take you by surprise. Your partner doesn’t know then full story, nor should they!
CANCER (June 22nd - July 23rd) A friend’s casual friendship that has recently become much more serious worries you. Their new partner isn’t quite right for them. Be careful what you say to them! Romance. Your relationship with a neighbour should soon pick up. Surprisingly, you have much in common and plenty to talk about!
FINDWORD No. 186 A LAUGH WITH LOTSA
LEO (July 24th - August 23rd) There should be quite a lot to look forward to this week. Try to take things one step at a time. You don’t need to overexert yourself for no reason! Romance. You will be full of ideas, but must be careful not to get into deep water. Not all of your concepts will be accepted by your mate.
VIRGO (August 24th - September 23rd) Taking on too much at work is beginning to hurt your family life. It will become more and more difficult to separate the two. Be mindful of this! Romance. Don’t allow your partner’s previous relationship issues creep between you two. The past is history for a reason. Mend any broken bonds.
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LIBRA (September 24th - October 23rd) Others around you may not have as much skill and talent as you do. Spend time passing on your trades and you will be happier. Romance. You will enjoy being the centre of attention. It may be a little harder to get out of the limelight, however. Your partner may not be thrilled with this!
SCORPIO (October 24th - November 22nd) Don’t think that things will continue to run smoothly without any effort. You may have things as you’d like them this week, but you will have to work hard to keep them! Romance. A new friend will be impressed by the way you handle an unexpected crisis. They may want more from you.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd - December 21st)
QUOTE OF THE DAY
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Inspiration exists, but it must find you working. –Pablo Picasso
SOLUTIONS No. 186
A person whom you have just met will be impressed by the level of your emotional strength. Be sure to let your feelings show from time-to-time, however. Romance. Your partner may be looking at others from the opposite sex. This doesn’t mean they are looking to leave you, however.
CAPRICORN (December 22nd - January 20th) Contact with a pet may help you to release tensions that have been building up. This animal will be able to pick up your feelings in a way that a human might not. Romance. Time spent working on the same project will bring you and your partner closer than ever before. Savour this!
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Funding for Equity Training now available
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Love animals and would like to become part of a fantastic group of volunteers then please attend our AGM.
Ph: 1300 0880 00
Thursday, March 6, 2014, upstairs in the Walkabout meeting room from 7pm. All positions will become vacant and need to be filled in order for the RSPCA to continue. If you are interested but will be unable to attend or for any further info, please contact us on 0437 526 502.
for details
Please be aware all positions are volunteer positions but very rewarding.
NHULUNBUY PRIMARY SCHOOL COUNCIL INC.
AGM
To be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 7.30pm in the Primary School Library Interested in the direction your child’s education is taking? Want to see more opportunities for your child? Why not join the School Council and get involved… All parents and teachers welcome to attend
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DEPARTMENT OF LAND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Northern Territory Catchments Advisory Committee Expressions of Interest Expressions of Interest are sought from Territorians with a commitment to the sustainable growth of the Territory economy, and recognised experience and knowledge pertaining to water policy and planning, land use planning, regional development, Indigenous affairs, agriculture, mining, tourism, environment protection, irrigated agriculture, horticulture, water engineering and water management. Written Expressions of Interest should be directed to: • Northern Territory Catchments Advisory Committee Secretariat, PO Box 496, Palmerston NT 0831;or • Email cherie.jackson@nt.gov.au For further information please call 8999 4455 or visit www.lrm.nt.gov.au Expressions of Interest close on Monday, 10 March 2014.
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NEWS
Yolngu business expands into Qld
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LAYNHAPUY HOMELANDS ABORIGINAL CORPORATION POSITION VACANT Casual / Temp
Bookkeeper - Finance - Admin (All Rounder) - Yirrkala Laynhapuy Homelands is a large Aboriginal corporation based in Yirrkala that delivers services and infrastructure in support of around 30 homelands and over 1000 Yolngu residents in the region. This is a new position to cover some new project activities. We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible person to join our organization in this new position. to help out in office tasks - finance and admin projects mainly. We have an immediate vacancy and are happy to ABOVE: Island & Cape CEO John Smith, Rev Dr Djiniyini Gondarra, Island & Cape’s Richard Smith and Kim Nona RIGHT: Rev Dr Djiniyini Gondarra and John Smith
negotiate days and times according to availability and work needs. Duties and tasks would include: •
financial processing (accs payable/receivable) Quickbooks system;
A GROWING Arnhem Land business has expanded out into the other side of Australia. Indigenous business Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation (ALPA) has joined forces with Cairns-based wholesale and retail company Island and Cape. The collaboration will see remote retail stores in Far North Queensland retain the Island and Cape brand, but will use ALPA’s administration and control systems. ALPA Chairman Djiniyini Gondarra said the company was looking forward to further enhancing Island and Cape’s reputation. “This agreement is about two businesses, and Indigenous people from two regions, working together in commercial enterprise to further benefit remote Indigenous communities across northern Australia. “What a wonderful opportunity to bring together regional expertise in the remote Indigenous retail industry for the benefit of customers and staff.” Dr Gondarra said ALPA also have an established and successful nutrition strategy and full-time nutritionist on staff, to make sure they are always stocking healthy goods. ALPA is one of the largest financially independent Indigenous employers in Australia, and one of the larger retailers in the NT, with 16 stores across the Territory. Operating for more than 30 years, ALPA is also a Benevolent Aboriginal Corporation, with its successful commercial activities allowing it to make a positive contribution to the social and economic development of remote communities. Island & Cape stores in Far North Queensland are located on Badu Island, Dauan Island, Horn Island and Yorke Island in the Torres Strait, and in Aurukun, Wujal Wujal, Hope Vale and Yarrabah.
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administrative projects and support;
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If you have the following skills and qualities we would love to hear from you: •
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Positive work style and good communications;
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Team player and flexible work approach;
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Ability to perform a range of tasks and admin projects Salary: (Hourly Rate) $22.50 - $32.76 depending on qualifications and experience
Nhulunbuy Speedway
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
8pm, Tuesday, March 4, 2014 9 Satral Ave. (Dan Wagg’s place) All members encouraged to attend. Inquiries please contact Dan Wagg on 0409 679 938
Friendly colleagues and modern office 9.25% Superannuation Guarantee Position based in our Yirrkala office. No housing is available. For more information and to apply please contact Donna Orchard, (08) 8939 1806 or email donna.orchard@laynhapuy.com.au To apply please submit your resume by email with a covering letter indicating your availability, quals and experience to the above email address.
Now recruiting. commitment, courage and determination; do you have what it takes? The NT Fire and Rescue Service offer a variety of challenging career opportunities with excellent salaries, paid training and 9 weeks annual leave.
Applications close 3 March 2014.
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SPORT
Young champ defends title in Alice
ALICE SPRINGS JUNIOR OPEN: Gove locals Naomi Rika, Darcy and Mary Colquhoun with PGA Member Stephen Tieck and other junior competitors.
Story and photos: ESTHER RIKA GOVE Junior golfers Mary and Darcy Colquhoun and Naomi and Katelyn Rika recently returned from the Alice Springs Junior Open/Paul Pearson Cup, which was held from January 13 to 16. Gove’s future golfing stars participated in a two-day coaching clinic and a two-day tournament, competing against NT and interstate NSW, QLD and WA players. Mary, Darcy and Naomi attended for the first time and competed in the nine-hole non-handicap event. Darcy and Mary enjoyed the opportunity
of fine-tuning their game, making new friends and playing competition golf on another course outside of Gove. Naomi put up a good challenge against girls 2-3 years older than her and placed second overall behind the leader Tabitha Cross; a junior from the Howlong Country Golf Club in NSW. Katelyn competed in the 36-par National Ranking event and successfully defended her Under 12 Gross Winner title for the third consecutive year, scoring a personal best gross 208 over two days. The Boys Championship was won by Alice Springs local George Worrall scoring gross
144 and the Girls Championship was won by Keona Lee from NSW with a gross 157. Gove Junior Golf would like to thank Lynne Walker MLA for her sponsorship towards the Alice Springs Trip. Thank you also to Sue Colquhoun and Studio E’Star Creations for the donation of prizes in the Alice Springs Trip Raffle. Gove Junior Golf will be having a signon day on Sunday, February 23, at 9am. Sports Vouchers can be used to sign-up for Junior Golf. Enquiries can be forwarded to Junior Golf Coordinator Esther Rika on (0408 856 113) or email esther.rika@bigpond.com.
YOUNG CHAMPION: Katelyn Rika with Tim Pearson. If you have a change of contact details for your organisation or group, can you please email thru to ads@arafuratimes.com.au
Nhulunbuy Community Guide Community organisations Arafura Dance Assoc. Contact: President Belinda Verrall E: Belinda_verrall@hotmail.com
Nhulunbuy Toy Library Contact: President Jamie McVeigh M: 0458 034 402 Lodge Arafura Contact: Secretary P: 0418 831 120 or 0437 272 210
Arnhem Early Learning Centre Contact: Director 8987 1004 E: aelcdirector@bigpond.com
East Arnhem Land Tourism Association Contact: John Tourish P: 8939 2000
Arnhem Gun Club Contact: President, Grub Stevens E: grub.gove@bigpond.com
East Arnhem Rugby Union Contact: Eddie P: 0407 002 357
Arnhem Land Bowls Club Contact: Secretary Lisa Pullen P: 0418 609 807 Arnhem Writers Contact: Ian Maclean P: 0417 601 490 Australian Breastfeeding Assoc. Contact: Meaghan Kennedy P: 0438 175 260 Helpline:1800 686 2686 E: nhulunbuyba@gmail.com Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Centre P: 8987 1701 E: art@yirrkala.com Captain Cook Comunity Centre Captain Cook Community Centre President: Richard Webb M: 0404 351 839 E: richard.webb@riotinto.com Endeavour Room Bookings: Contact: Lorretta Peirce M: 04130913 127 E: westrett@optusnet.com.au Gove Arts Theatre Contact: Chris Andrews P: 0428 856 392 E: sma44324@bigpond.com Nhulunbuy Playgroup Contact: Cassie McIllree P: 0418 322 719 E: nhulunbuyplaygroup@gmail.com
Contact: Ian Maclean P: 0417 601 490 E: govefestival@yahoo.com.au Gove Peninsula Surf Life Saving Club Contact: Chris Putland P: 8987 8083 Gove Peninsula Tennis Club Contact: Nicky Mayer P: 8987 2640 Gove Touch Footy Contact: Victoria Mastin E: secretarygtouch@hotmail.com Gove Volleyball Assoc. Contact: Fred Rowe - Pres P: 0417 080 579 E: fredntash@froggy.com.au
Gove 8 Ball Contact: Adam White P: 0438 809 620
Junior 8 Ball Contact: Marian Richter P: 0402 355 499
Gove Astronomy Club Contact: Ian Maclean P: 0417 601 490
MOPS Contact: Katie Hovenden P: 8987 1607
Gove Country Golf Club & Gove Country Golf Club - Juniors Contact: Jamie Henderson E: manager@gcgc.com.au P: 8987 3191
Nhulunbuy Amateur Swimming Club Contact: Stephen Wolfaardt P: 0488 082 503
Gove Junior Football Club Contact: David Hill P: 0438 861 599 Gove Junior Rugby Contact: Jon Regan P: 8987 8094
Nhulunbuy Regional Sport Fishing Club Contact: Ian Shepherd P: 0412 892 703 Nhulunbuy Child Care Services Inc.
Gove Peninsula Festival
Oasis Play Time Contact: Nisha, P: 0437 141 291 Old Codgers: Contact: Shane Ogg P: 0423 172 139 Queens Bus (Variety NT) Contact: Angie Moyle P: 0408 838 498 or Facebook us at: Queens - Variety NT
RSPCA: Contact: RSPCA Volunteer P: 0437 526 502
Nhulunbuy BMX Club Inc Contact: Donna Leahy, Secretary P: 0409 173 562 Nhulunbuy Community Neighbourhood Centre Contact: NCNC Director P: 08 8987 2191 E: ncnc@email.voicetalk.com.au
Thu 20
Fri 21
Time 0532 1124 1746 2349
Time 0604 1158 1815
Time 0018 0638 1235 1846
Ht 1.19 3.22 0.92 3.15
Ht 1.14 3.14 0.99
Sat 22 Ht 3.19 1.11 3.01 1.10
Time 0051 0716 1316 1922
Sun 23 Ht 3.20 1.10 2.85 1.24
Time 0130 0801 1407 2005
LAST QTR
Ht 3.19 1.11 2.68 1.41
Mon 24
Tue 25
Time 0217 0859 1515 2100
Time 0317 1011 1648 2214
Ht 3.14 1.14 2.52 1.58
Scouts Nhulunbuy Contact: Group Leader E: gl.nhulunbuy@nthq.scouts.com.au
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Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga Hala Tupou – Ph: 8987 3553 Nhulunbuy Baptist Church Sundays 9.30am at Town Hall – Ph: 8987 1256 Uniting Church: Sunday Service 9.30am Hazel Trudgen – Ph: 8987 3545 Mobile 0413 536 877 Forward in Faith Ministries Sunday: 10am – 12.30pm. Endeavour Room at the Captain Cook Community Centre. Ph: 0434 059611 or 8987 8268. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Brother Forbes 0428 767 616 – Sunday 10am.
WATER CONSUMPTION TABLE
NHULUNBUY
W/E Feb 9 W/E Feb 9 Variance Actual Usage Target Usage
Day
Total Per head Total Per head Total Per head Kilolitres of Pop: Lt Kilolitres of Pop: Lt Kilolitres of Pop: Lt
Squash Club Contact: Donna Marie, P: 8987 1272
Monday 03/02
3384
891
3700
974
-316
-83
Tuesday 04/02
4592
1208
3900
1026
692
182
Tae Kwon Do Nhulunbuy Contact: Paul Macloy P: 0407 106 525
Wednesday 05/02
4046
1065
3900
1026
146
39
Thursday 06/02
4252
1119
4300
1132
-48
-13
TourDeArnhemland Contact: Des O’Sullivan P: 0418 840 957 E: tourdearnhemland@hotmail.com
Friday 07/02
4453
1172
4400
1158
53
14
Saturday 08/02
4891
1287
3600
947
1291
340
Sunday 09/02
4767
1254
3500
921
1267
333
T.S. Melville Naval Cadet Training Contact: Grahame Deppeler P: 0439 033 688
TOTAL
7996 27300
7184
3085
812
Ht 3.08 1.13 2.45 1.71
NOTE: these are predictions only, subject to change due to prevailing weather conditions. It is recommended you use this table as a guide only.
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Seventh-Day Adventist Church Ph: 8987 2375 / 0419 465 045
Rotary Club Nhulunbuy Contact: Stephanie Freeman P: 0400 172 599 E: stephfreeman@live.com.au
Tide times – Gove Harbour (Melville Bay) Wed 19
Church services
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Vigil Saturday 6.00pm, Sunday Service 8.30am OASIS Christian Assembly Pastor Phil Sampson – Ph: 8987 1522 / 8987 1369
Runners North Contact: Vanessa Drysdale P: 8987 8005
Nhulunbuy Motorcycle Club Contact: Pete McKormack P: 0447 801 141
Gove Netball Assoc. Contact: Helen Clark - Pres P: 8987 3728 M: 0438 873 728
Nhulunbuy Speedway Contact: Dan Wagg P: 0409 679 938 Northern Territory Emergency Service P: 0427 392 264
8EAR Community Radio (Gove FM) Contact: Angela Madden P: 8987 1500 E: admin@govefm.com.au
Gove Golden Oldies Contact: Ria Ngamoki P: 8987 3530
Contact: Maria Akapita (Director) P: 8987 3311 F: 8987 3097 E: nhulunbuychildcare@bigpond.com
30385
Other Cities Av. Consumption / Head of Pop. Brisbane 270 • Darwin 1100 • Perth 340
Weather details o
Temperature ( C) Max Min Rainfall Monday 10 29.3 21.6 58.8 Tuesday 11 30.5 21.9 18.0 Wednesday 12 29.9 24.0 0.0 Thursday 13 32.5 23.1 15.4 Friday 14 32.0 23.4 TCE Saturday 15 31.8 24.0 1.0 Sunday 16 31.0 26.0 0.0 Monthly total rainfall to date: 181mm
Weather details supplied by the Bureau of Meteorology – Gove Airport from Monday, Feb 10 to Sunday, Feb 16
Mean sea level pressure Max: 1009.6 hPa on Thursday Min: 998.1 hPa on Monday Averages for the month of February Max temp: 31.5 Min temp: 24.5 Rainfall: 278.7 mm
NEWS
New barge service cruises into Gove
ABOVE: Marine freight provider Sea Swift arrived in Gove for the first time last week. Photo by Max Walker, taken from the Gove Boat Club. LEFT: EASIER ACCESS: Sea Swift’s vessel pulled up at the new Gove Groyne last week. MARINE transport provider Sea Swift has commenced weekly freight services to Nhulunbuy. As of February 17, Sea Swift will arrive in Gove every Monday morning, providing local freight to the community and local businesses, as well as larger organisations such as Woolworths. Sea Swift NT General Manager Chris Sheppard said the company was
keen to play its part in improving the community’s economic confidence in the region. “We see a strong future for Gove, and are here to provide long overdue competition to the local sea freight market.” Sea Swift entered the NT market 12 months ago, with two vessels and 15 staff, and is now at 11 vessels and 105 staff.
Mr Sheppard said Sea Swift would be here for the long haul. “We are going to be here for the long-term, and intend to invest heavily in the region and continue to expand services in a sustainable manner.” Sea Swift has set up a Darwin office and depot, and has expanded its provision of services into the NT, with additional scheduled weekly services following the arrival of new vessels
in Darwin. The company now services 16 remote NT communities, including East Arnhem communities Milingimbi, Ramingining, Elcho Island, Lake Evella, Groote Eylandt (Alyangula, Angurugu and Umbukumba), Bickerton Island and Numbulwar. Mr Sheppard said Sea Swift’s philosophy has always been to play an active role in every community
where it operates. “The communities where we operate rely on not only the services we provide, but also the support we give.” He said Sea Swift believed in supporting the heart and soul of the communities they serve; through dance and art festivals, schooling, sporting events, basic infrastructure and general lifestyles.
New rock wall a solid foundation for fishers FISHERS and boaties of the region can rejoice about a brand new resource now at their fingertips. A joint venture between Yolngu businesses of the region has resulted a new rock wall, built next to Gove Boat Club, to give safer, easier all-weather access to the shore for yachties. The rock wall, also known informally as the Gove Groyne, is the first part of a plan to construct a huge 40-metre floating jetty on Melville Bay. Companies YBE and Bunuwal Group donated their services, resources
and time to get the project happening. Bunuwal donated the rocks and crusher dust needed to construct the wall, while YBE supplied the manpower, machines and co-ordination for the job. Chief Executive Officer of YBE Glenn Aitchison said the new construction would provide the region’s boaters with excellent access to family-friendly fishing activities. “This was the result of a joint project to support the Gove Boat Club and Nhulunbuy’s fishing community. “It will also assist in providing safer
ABOVE: Bunuwal Group’s Adrian Rota and Stuart MacLean with YBE Chief Executive Glenn Aitchison (centre) and the Gove Boat Club’s Max Walker out on the tip. LEFT: Local fishermen pulling into the Gove Boat Club boat ramp will have easier all weather access from the new Gove Groyne. harbour facilities for all weather and focused, industrious workers - they He also acknowledged the hard tide conditions.” were amazed.” work of Boat Club Commodore Brad Construction of the rock wall He said the club could never have Smith and Vice Commodore Notchy took just two weeks - which nominee afforded such a project without the in getting this project off the ground and barman for the Boat Club Max input and resources from the two local and organised. Walker said had impressed him and companies. The Boat Club committee put out his customers greatly. “Now we can offer safer all-weather an immense thank you to the two “People were coming in here access to our local and international companies for their kind donations to saying they’d never seen such yachties.” the community.
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A grand adventure begins at NCC
IT was big smiles all around when Nhulunbuy Christian College transition students recently turned up for their very first day of school. Kids hit the classroom for the grand adventure that is starting school, where they got to know new friends and teachers. The students weren’t the only new faces around the school - NCC has also welcomed a new Principal and three new staff members. The school recently farewelled Principal Steve Venour who had been the head of NCC for four years. Late last year, Chief Executive Officer of NT Christian Schools Geoff Bateman announced that despite Gove’s upheaval, NCC staff and their jobs would be secure for the duration of 2014 at least.
DAYS OF THE OLD SCHOOLYARD: Brielle Hovenden, Georgie Luff, Tui Cavanagh, Elena Beath, Evie Lewers with teachers Mrs Rebecca Thomson and Mrs Christie Giles.
ABOVE: The Beath Family immersed in storytime. RIGHT: Young handyman Luca Zuglian with Teacher’s Aide Christie Giles. FAR RIGHT: Jamilah with her mum, Katharina Kariippanon, on the first day of school. BELOW LEFT: Georgie Luff getting into the exciting first days of school. BELOW 2nd FROM LEFT: Miles of smiles from Curtis Warr. BELOW 3rd from left: Little angel Jordyn Scott. BELOW FAR RIGHT: Youngster Charlie Collier whipping up some fun.
Winners at the recent school holidays fishing competition took home lures, DVDs and loads of fishing fun stuff.
Juniors prove their fishing prowess YOUNG fishers of the region reeled in more than just barra and cod over the summer holidays - they also managed to score great prize packs. Nhulunbuy Regional Sports Fishing Club (NRSFC) held a Junior Fishing Competition over the Christmas break, with the winners presentations made on Friday, February 7. Kids registered in the competition had the chance to drop a line in anywhere in Australia, and be in the running to score great rewards back here in Gove. There were prizes for the best capture, longest measure, best photograph and much more. The prize for the biggest fish caught during the competition, which ran from December 14 to January 28, went to seven-year-old Toby Knyvett, who reeled in a 30kg sailfish. Other worthy runners-up, including Peta Knyvett, Gracie Watts, Tamika Spirrit, Amelia Weston, Beau Kirkby, Tegan and Cam Stiff, caught barramundi, potato cod, coral trout, mackerel and plenty of others. NRSFC’s Junior Coordinator Kelly Pellenat said it was great to see the kids getting out there and catching fish. “From the number of entrants we had, it was a really good turnout.” Interested young fishers can check out the NRSFC facebook page for all the latest updates about upcoming competitions.
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Bernie shoots team to international glory LOCAL Eight Ball champion Bernie Neukirchen remembers playing his first games on a homemade table that doubled as a guinea pig pen. Now, he’s just captained an NT team to victory in an international competition. The annual Friendship Cup kicked off in Darwin on February 11, where the Territory representative side took on a team from Kupang in West Timor. Usually held over in West Timor, this marked just the second time the foreign team has come over and played in Australia. Bernie said the cup, which has been going for at least ten years, was an excellent way to bind two cultures, and exposed players like himself to international playing experience. “I was humbled to be chosen at the NT Eight Ball Titles in June last year, after I finished as
one of the top players. “I’m grateful for the opportunity, and I must thank the Arnhem Club for sponsoring me to compete in the event, and to the Gove Eight Ball Association. “If it wasn’t for their support, I wouldn’t have been able to get over there.” Bernie, who is also known around town as the Arnhem Club’s bus driver and President of the Lawn Bowls Association, has been playing tables since he was a wee tacker. “When I was a kid we couldn’t afford a table, but my dad was a chippie so he made one. “But every time we wanted to play we had to take the guinea pigs out, because we were also using it as the guinea pig pen,” he laughed. Bernie captained the team of eight players, plus reserves, in the Friendship Cup through to February 15.
PHOTO: Eight Ball player Bernie Neukirchen last week captained an NT side to victory against West Timor.
Territory sinks Timor in Friendship Cup AN NT representative Eight Ball team, captained by local shark Bernie Neukirchen, have won an international competition in Darwin. The Friendship Cup was played last week, from February 11-15, between the Territory and a side from Kupang in West Timor. Bernie said the tournament was hard fought, but played in a good atmosphere. “It was very intense - I think
I’ve lost more hair and gone greyer during my stint as skipper.” Despite the heat of the tight three night competition, the Territory team of eight kept their calm and walked away the victors. On each of the three nights, 28 games were played. One the first night, the scores were tied at 14 games a piece. The next night was 15-13, towards the NT.
The third night saw the NT side walk out winners with 16 games to 12. Bernie said the Timor team were great competition. “They were devoted to their game, but it was all played without animosity.” He said it was a good crowd turnout at the event, with Eight Ball players and a lot of passionate Indonesian supporters cheering on the two teams.
All stations to fitness town FITNESS fanatics of Nhulunbuy have a new open-air gym they can use to do their training. Employees from the Nhulunbuy Corporation Limited have been busy during the Christmas break, constructing an exercise circuit down on the Beagle Circuit Walking Track. This includes four exercise stations, placed at different spots along the track, where folks can take-on multiple different exercise activities. Accompanying each station is an information board that details what exercises can be done where, and what levels of fitness are needed for each one. On top of this new circuit, the Corporation are in the process of constructing a new exercise park, featuring 12 new pieces of fitness equipment all in the same area, in Arafura Park. This will be completed sometime early this year. NCL have also been working hard to improve the facilities for kids in our local parks. The Lion’s Park play equipment was last week the beneficiary of a brand new shade sail, to keep the playground protected from the scalding sun on hot days. Another park project is also being undertaken on Bunggulwuy Close, which will also feature play equipment and a shade sail, so kids on that side of town have something in their district. Manager of Corporate and Community Services at NCL Julie Bryce said this was all part of the Corporation’s ongoing commitment to providing recreational facilities to the community. “All three projects went through a community consultation process in April 2013, and these were the ideas that came out of that process.” The new infrastructure all stemmed out of the Corporation’s 2013 capital works budget for community assets for parks and gardens. TOP LEFT: Local doctor Anna Gough tests out the new fitness stations. TOP RIGHT: BALANCING ACT: Exercisers Anna Gough and Norman Dulvarie at one of the new training stations. LEFT: ‘Stormin’’ Norman Dulvarie raises the bar for fitness. RIGHT: Nhulunbuy’s Lion’s Park is the beneficiary of a brand new shade sail.
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Welcome to
the Arnhem club Checkout our website at www.thearnhemclub.com Ph: 8987 0601 Fax: 8987 0680
At the Arnhem club every second Saturday.
WEEKLY SPECIALS KITCHEN
BAR
Monday
Monday
One free kids meal with every adult meal purchased*
Free refills on soft drinks
Tuesday
Tuesday
All pastas $10
All cocktails $10
Wednesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
10% off every bill
Next Bingo session is on March 1 after Goose Club. From 2pm to 4pm Eyes down at 2.15pm. Great prizes and $$$ to be won! Afternoon tea will be provided. Strictly 18+
10% off all drinks
Chef’s Special of the day
Bartender’s choice
Friday
Friday
Chef’s Special of the day
$5 Beer / Wine Specials
Saturday
Saturday
Chef’s Special of the day
Bottle shop prices on select wines
DAILY SPECIALS
Coffee & Cake $10 between 12pm - 5pm
monday
TUESDAY
pool comp
Any 4 Cocktails & Tasting plate $50 between 3 pm - 5pm
EVERY
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY night
All Proceeds will go to the Seniors Group!
FRIDAY
DRAW JAG the BADGEFROM 5.30PM
JOK ER
Open Monday to Jackpot Be here every Friday in the Bar 5-6pm, With A DRinK Saturday from EVERY tUEsDAY night DINNER SPECIALS AVAILABLE $4000 to receive a ticket. Drawn after 6pm. Jackpot 12pm - 8.30pm WINNER FOLLOWED BY... FOLLOWEDaBY... ! e k k rao NEW MENU!!!
TAKES ALL
PRizEs FOR thE BEst singER!
$3800
SATURDAY GREAT PRIZES!
tickets on sale from 11.30am EVERY SATURDAY FROM 1PM UNTIL 5PM. BRING YOUR VOICE AND YOUR INSTRUMENT. EVERYONE WELCOME
Members and bonafide guests in the company of a member are welcome. Only financial members may purchase from the bottleshop.
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