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Young people
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Masterminded by the S ou th Provin c e, He r it age Mo nth is a major cultural event. Communities all over the South Province will be hosting events,
at trac tions and guide d tours of heritage sites.
Young people in the past and present Visitors are invited to take pa r t in an exciting and varied program of events offering unique insight into the bond between past and present. Set out on a journey taking you back in time to meet the young people of an earlier era and learn about their hopes, dreams and ambitions...
The young people of yester year can provide a reference and source of revelation for today's young people. Travelling back into the past helps us understand the present...
Star highlights There are so many fascinating attractions on offer that the Weekly team has picked out three that you really mustn't miss... Gracious colonial mansion Château Hagen is the venue
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This year, the South Province Heritage Month runs from 5 September to 4 October and the theme chosen for 2015 is "Young people in the past and present".
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for a childhood-themed musical exhibition. Younger children will adore the toy boat exhibition and hands-on activities at Nouméa's Maritime History Museum. And Bourail’s historic museum, housed in a former penitentiary building, is showing a series of vintage photographs of local children... All unmissable! Program, dates and contacts on p4!
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[687] 27 60 60
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Where to stay
Wining & Dining
RURAL RETREAT
A TASTE OF INDIA
Hotel Evasion is a haven of peace and relaxation idyllically located in verdant Sarraméa, just 1 ¼ hours from Nouméa. Guests staying at this c ha r m ing b ijo u hote l can be sure of a smiling welcome from Stéphane a n d h i s te a m . Yo u'l l love the 10 spacious rive rside bungalows, e a c h w i th a c ove re d terrace, and 5 delightful
rooms perched on the hillside. And we promise you that a refreshing drink b y t h e h o te l f i r e s i d e i s absolutely the best way to round of f a rela xing day!
Local produce Specialities prepared with
fresh local ingredients await you in the restaurant. The tempting break fasts and lunchtime buffet fe a tu r i n g l o c a l p r aw n s, countr y pork and tuna caught in the nearby lagoon are all very reasonably priced. And for
dinner, there is a choice of hot dishes plus buf fet specialities to tempt you. The perfect place for a rural getaway! www.hotel-evasion.com Evasion 130
The Nature Spot
The whale experience
Nouméa's new Indian restaurant Le Taj opened on 20 August last in La Promenade complex at Anse Vata. Relax in chic and subtly colourful comfort and revel in the intoxicating tastes and aromas of Indian cuisine: korma, Kashmiri or Madras style lamb curry, butter chicken, tandoori chicken or chicken korma with almonds, fish masala or king prawns in a ginger or coconut sauce... spicy or mild, sinfully delectable! End your meal with a delicious dessert: the dry fruit rava kesari and the almond kulfi definitely get our vote... A thousand and one savours for your delight! Le Taj, 109 Promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata, Nouméa, Tel 29 19 19 Le' TAJ
Don't miss the chance to see the whales frolicking in the southern lagoon before they leave our waters for another year! They appear at the start of the cool season in July to breed and nurse
their calves in our lagoon. For t wo whole months, whale-watching trips offer locals and visitors a unique opportunity for a grandstand view of these awesome creatures… To ensure responsible and sustainable whale-watching practices, the companies running trips are signatories
of a Whale -Watching Charter and fly an easily identifiable pennant.
Whales at the aquarium Whales are in the s p o t l i g h t a t N o u m é a's L a g o o n Aqu a r iu m u ntil 30 September. Highlights
include film screenings and fun interactive displays. A special evening event scheduled for Friday 11 September will feature a talk on whales and attractions to delight young visitors. www.maisondulagon.nc www.aquarium.nc/En
Art & Culture
Remembering the surrender of Japan
Our favourite
FLIGHTS OF FLOWERY FANCY Get ready to party! Nouméa’s traditional Carnival hits the streets on Saturday 12 September from 5 p.m onwards. Ever a hugely popular extravaganza, this year's 28th Carnival is all about flowers and will feature 17 carnival groups whose floats, costumes and dances will be a veritable explosion of exuberant
colour and riotous blossoms, accompanied by joyful music to delight the thousands of revellers lining the route. An ecstatic parade which will end in style at Place des Cocotiers with a grand firework display and a community dance.
Guest stars from Nice S tre e t s h ow s p e c i a l i s ts Planète Vapeur from French Riviera hotspot Nice, famous
the world over for its spectacular carnival, will be taking par t in the parade and presenting a breathtaking show that is quite simply out-of-this-world! Further details at www.noumea.nc
A fascinating new exhibition is being hosted by Nouméa's WW2 Museum to mark the 70th anniversary of V-J Day, when Japan signed the surrender document officially ending World War II. Featuring attractive displays to appeal to all, the 3-part exhibition includes: a first section dedicated to the signing of the instrument of surrender, a second section on the representatives of the allied powers involved in the Asia-Pacific War, and a third section with models of planes which circled over USS Missouri during the signing. The exhibition will run until 13 December. WW2, 14 avenue Paul Doumer, Downtown, Nouméa, Tel 27 48 70
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The 19th Femmes Funk Festival hits the NC music scene from 30 September to 6 October. Hugely popular in New Caledonia, the Femmes Funk Festival rocks a colourful mix of musical ge nre s a nd st y le s to appeal to all tastes. The festival will be taking hot sounds live to venues from La Foa in the South P r o v i n c e to K o n é i n the North Province, via Païta, Nouméa, Ouvéa and Koumac.
Païta sets the pace This year's music fest has a new venue at Arène du Sud in Païta, home to the festival village from 2
to 4 October. Three days of cosmic vibes from all over the world: Argentina (Natalia Doco), Brazil (Flavia C o e h l o), A m e r i c a ( L i s a Simone, daughter of the legendar y Nina Simone), Tunisia (Nawel Ben Kraïem) and France (Anne Sila), plus top local musicians (Julia Paul, Le Cercle, Compagnie Tétradanse...). Book your tickets now at www.tickets.nc
If you're a cross-country biking fan, don't miss the 2015 La Pérignon bike race, scheduled for Sunday 27 September at Parc de la Rivière Bleue. You can pit yourself against other keen contestants over a superb 30 km timed course taking you to the heart of this vast and magnificent nature reserve or, if you prefer to take your time and enjoy the dramatic scenery to the full, you can opt for the 20 km non-competitive trail! The organisers expect the event to attract several hundred competitors so make sure you register online at www.inlive.nc before 23 September. www.omanvtt.nc www.inlive.nc
Program details at www.festivalfemmesfunk.com
Experience
Shopping
SUMMER SHOPPING BONANZA Popular summer retail fair "Bravo l’été" returns from 25 September to 11 October, with a host of attractions and fab prizes to win.
With unbeatable bargains on offer and prizes galore to win, the event is a sure-fire hit with locals and visitors alike.
For almost 30 years, the local Retailers Association has been welcoming summer back with the "Bravo l’été" s hopping fa ir.
This year's “Bravo l'été” will see over 200 shops and stores all over New Caledonia banding together to offer customers prizes worth 4 million XPF.
Highlights for 2015
DIY, fashion, multimedia, spor ts & jewellery o u t l e t s , supermarkets, s e r v i c e stations... you can tr y your luck everywhere. All you have to do is fill in the slips retailers hand you when
Bravo L’été, www.bravolete.over-blog.org
Market Fresh Buffet every midday from
1700XPF
At last – a combination of healthy choices, relaxing ambiance and rapid service !
123 Promenade Roger Laroque, Nouméa
you spend 2000 XPF or more. The “Bravo l'été” mobile trailer will be in downtown Nouméa on 3rd O c to b e r f o r a fun-filled day – you’ll find more details about this special event in the 200th issue of the New Caledonia Weekly!
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Candlenut Worm Fair Get a real taste of the bush and head for Farino, just 1 ¼ hours from Nouméa, for the Candlenut Worm Fair on Sunday 13 September! The Fair is held every September in honour of this strange local delicacy... fat wriggly worms which feed on the soft, damp wood of the candlenut tree. Highlights include the Farino farmers' market, grubbing for worms in the tree trunks and a champion worm-eater contest, while local celebrity chef Mamie Fogliani serves up luscious worm specialities: plain, sautéed in pastis or with parsley butter. From 8 a.m. to midday Place Paul Louis Mariotti, Farino, Tel 44 31 04
WHAT’S UP?
Heritage month
Nouméa
Tel 43 38 84 St. Joseph's Cathedral, 3 rue Frédéric Surleau Tel 82 58 87
SAT. 12 SEPT.
Guided tours and exhibitions at the French High Commission. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. French High Commission, 1 avenue du Marechal Foch, Downtown Tel 26 64 06
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WHERE TO STAY Casa del Sole Apartments* 10 route de l’Aquarium, Baie des Citrons. Tel 25 87 00
Complexe Château Royal**** 140 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata. Tel 29 64 00
Hôtel Beaurivage** 7 promenade Roger Laroque, Baie des Citrons. Tel 24 24 77
Hilton Nouméa La Promenade Résidence****
Hôtel Le Paris** 45/47 rue de Sébastopol, Downtown. Tel 28 17 00
Hôtel Le Stanley*** 33 rue de la Riviera, Ouémo. Tel 23 23 23
Hotel du Centre** 30 rue de la Baie des Dames Le Centre, Ducos. Tel 23 07 00
Le Méridien Nouméa***** Pointe Magnin, Val Plaisance. Tel 26 50 00
Complexe Nouvata Parc Hôtel***
109 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata. Tel 24 46 00
123 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata. Tel 26 22 00
Hôtel Le Lagon***
Ramada Plaza***
149 route de l’Anse Vata, Anse Vata. Tel 26 12 55
7 rue Louis Blériot, Anse Vata. Tel 23 90 00
ALL YEAR ROUND Art & Culture
Walkabout Show. Explore the myth of human creation, accompanied by the drums and songs of the We Ce Ca dance company, in the unique plant world of the Kanak path Tues & Thurs 2.30 to 4 p.m. Advance booking required. Tjibaou Cultural Centre, Rue des Accords de Matignon, Tina Tel 41 45 45 www.adck.nc
SAT. 12 & SUN. 13 SEPT.
commentary Tues to Sun 9.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Tjibaou Cultural Centre, Rue des Accords de Matignon, Tina Tel 41 45 45, www.adck.nc
FRI. 11 SEPT. Theme Exhibition
Special hump-backed whales evening event at Nouméa’s aquarium. Fun events & attractions. From 5 p.m. Aquarium des Lagons, 61 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata Tel 26 27 31 (See P2)
NOUMEA FRI. 11 & SAT. 12 SEPT.
Open Day at Nouméa City Museum and the WW2 Museum. Admission free. Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. & 2 to 5 p.m. Nouméa City Museum, 39 rue Jean Jaurès, Downtown Tel 26 28 05 WW2 Museum, 14 avenue Paul Doumer, Downtown Tel 27 48 70
FRI. 11 & SAT. 12 SEPT.
Open day at SLN including guided tours of the mine. Closed shoes, long trousers and long sleeved tee-shirts must be worn. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please book ahead Tel 24 55 07
FRI. 11 SEPT. TO THURS. 1ST OCT. Guided tour of Saint Joseph's Cathedral. Please book ahead
FRI. 11 & SAT. 12 SEPT. Art & Culture
Art & Culture
Guided tours of the Tjibaou Cultural Centre with English
SAT. 12 TO SUN. 20 SEPT. Exhibition dedicated to childhood - Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Château Hagen, rue du Révérend Père Roman, Vallée des Colons. Tel 20 48 18
WEDS. 16 & FRI. 18 SEPT. "La Cathédrale, notre patrimoine" cathedral heritage association presents two evenings featuring a young choral ensemble. 6.30 to 8 p.m. St. Joseph's Cathedral, 3 rue Frédéric Surleau Tel 82 58 87
FRI. 18 & SAT. 19 SEPT.
Concert of Kanak language songs. 7 to 9 p.m. Vieux Temple Protestant church, 3
SAT. 12 SEPT. Outdoor event
28th Nouméa Carnival. This year's theme is flowers. 5 p.m. Downtown (See P2)
THURS. 24 SEPT.
Outdoor event
Wining & Dining
Seafood buffet and Polynesian dance show at Complexe Nouvata Parc. Fri. from 7.30 p.m. Advance booking required Complexe Nouvata Parc, 123 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata Tel 26 22 00
Open day at The Maritime History Museum. 9.30 a.m. to midday and 1.30 to 5 p.m. Maritime History Museum, 12 avenue James Cook, Nouville Tel 28 62 21
National Holiday
Rum tasting evening at L'Astrolabe. Please book ahead. 35 Promenade Roger Laroque, Baie des Citrons Tel 28 44 44
« Maisons d’Ici » Exhibition about New Caledonian houses. Galerie Arte Bello, 30 rue Auguste Brun, Latin Quarter Tel 25 31 00 www.galerieartebello.com
FRI. 11 TO SUN. 13 SEPT. Show
RUGBY WORLD CUP From 18 September to 31 October, the eyes of rugby fans worldwide will be riveted on England, the country hosting the 8th Rugby World Cup. 20 teams will be competing for the coveted trophy, with favourites to win including Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and France... Check out the What's Up section on our website www.newcaledoniaweekly.nc to find Nouméa venues showing live coverage of the matches.
THURS. 24 SEPT. & FRI. 25 SEPT. Live Music
Concerts featuring French reggae star Naâman. Thurs. 8 p.m. L'Endroit, 22 rue Jules Garnier, Baie des Citrons Tel 26 28 11 Fri. 8 p.m. Le Bohème, 35 promenade Roger Laroque, Baie des Citrons Tel 28 66 00 www.inlive.nc
Live Music
Dance, drama and acrobatics show featuring Un Poyo Rojo, a double act from Argentina. Fri. 8 p.m. and Sat. & Sun. 6 p.m. Théâtre de l’Ile, avenue James Cook, Nouville, Nouméa Tel 25 50 50 www.theatredelile.nc
FRI. 11 TO SUN. 27 SEPT. Art & Culture
Exhibition La Seine. Exhibition telling the strange story of 19th century corvette the Seine. Maritime Museum, 11 avenue James Cook, Nouville Tel 26 34 43
Citizenship Day, Songs of Destiny: Songs in Kanak languages, in French, English, Wallisian, Tahitian and one of the Vanuatu languages. 8 p.m. Conservatory of Music, 17 avenue des Frères Carcopino Tel 24 63 15 www.cmd.nc
MON. 28 SEPT. Show
boulevard Vauban, Downtown Tel 26 17 37
SAT. 19 SEPT.
Guided tour of the New Caledonia Archives and Records Department. 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. New Caledonia Archives and Records Department, 3 rue Félix Raoul Thomas, Nouville Tel 26 60 20
SAT. 19 SEPT.
Exhibition: "Being 20 years old in 1915" and guided tour 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Gally Passebosc Barracks, Place Bir Hakeim, Latin Quarter Tel 28 67 36
SOUTH PROVINCE FRI. 11 TO SUN. 27 SEPT. THIO Exhibition entitled "New Caledonian trains" at Thio Mining Museum. Tel 44 25 04
FRI. 11 SEPT. TO THURS. 1ST OCT.
BOURAIL Guided tour of Bourail Museum (please book ahead) and exhibition of vintage photographs of local children. 9 a.m. to midday & 1 to 5 p.m. Bourail Museum, on the RT1 main road southern entrance to the town. Tel 46 46 12
SAT. 12 & SUN. 13 SEPT.
ISLE OF PINES Kwenÿi Religious Heritage Association presents an exhibition exploring the environment and traditional French Cabaret at Le Bout du Monde. 6.30 p.m. Le Bout du Monde, Baie de la Moselle Tel 27 77 28
TILL 21 NOVEMBER Art & culture
Exhibition of 100 World War One themed posters at Maison Higginson. Weds. to Sat. midday to 6 p.m. Maison Higginson, 5-7 rue Sébastopol, Downtown Tel 26 28 05
games and dances, plus a guided heritage tour of Vao Presbytery. From 10 a.m. Tel 89 71 70
WEDS. 16 TO WEDS. 23 SEPT.
MONT-DORE The gardens of the MontDore Cultural Centre are the setting for a village of sculptors from towns in the Marquesas Islands, Tahiti, Vanuatu and Australia which are twinned with Mont-Dore. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mont-Dore Cultural Centre Gardens, Victorin Boewa Complex, Boulari Tel 41 90 90
SUN. 20 SEPT.
LA FOA A day of events and attractions, conferences and art exhibitions inspired by nature, heritage and sustainable development organised by "Il était une fois un jardin" garden heritage association. 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Le Jardin de Méaré Tel 81 88 25
MON. 21 TO WEDS. 30 SEPT.
DUMBÉA Exhibition on "Bread during the Great War" at Dumbéa Culturel Centre. Dumbéa Cultural Centre, avenue d’Auteuil Tel 41 23 07
SAT. 26 SEPT.
FARINO Discovery trail exploring Parc des Grandes Fougères nature reserve. 8.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. Tel 44 31 04
TILL 12 DECEMBER Art & Culture
Exhibition focussing on the 70th anniversary of Japan's surrender, marking the official end of WW2. WW2 Museum, 14 avenue Paul Doumer, Downtown Tel 27 48 70 (See P3)
ACROBATIC FIREWORKS "Compagnie du Caméléon" theatre group will be presenting their show "Ivre d'Equilibre" at MontDore Cultural Centre from 11 to 20 September. Pascal Rousseau gives an electrifying performance blending dance, acrobatics, juggling and incredible feats of balance. Two more shows are scheduled for 22 September in La Foa and 24 September in Thio. www.eticket.nc, www.cameleon.nc
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South Province
North Province
Loyalty Islands
Later
WHERE TO STAY
WHERE TO STAY
WHERE TO STAY
4 OCT.
24 TO 29 NOV.
Put your name down for the Gigawatt adventure race: 4, 10, 20 or 30 km. www.tickets.nc
Nouméa The world's top windsurfers return to Anse Vata to compete in the 2015 Airwaves Noumea Dream Cup.
La Malouinière
Boulouparis Rooms with independent access in the owner’s villa set in tranquil surroundings. Port-Ouenghi, Tel 35 36 80 lamalouiniere@lagoon.nc
Kanua Tera Ecolodge
Yaté Baie de Port Boisé, Route Kaa Nua Tel 46 90 00 www.tera.nc
ALL YEAR ROUND Move It
Dumbéa Thrills with friends or family on a new treetop adventure course at Koghi Adventure Park. Sat & Sun 10 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. Koghi Adventure Park, Route des Mont Koghi, Dumbéa Tel 82 14 85
Au Fil de l'Eau
La Foa Fully equipped bungalow sleeping 2. Jean also organises boat trips through the mangroves. jmartin@canl.nc
Chez Julien et Maeva
Thio Homestay accommodation at Port Bouquet Tribe, lagoon-side guestroom sleeping 2. Tel 88 18 70 or 82 28 78
SUN. 13 SEPT.
Route provinciale 1, Koné Tel 47 39 40
La Néa***
RT1, Lot 218, Koné Tel 47 30 40
Malabou Beach** Néhoué Bay, Poum Tel 47 60 60
Tiéti Poindimié*** 16 voie urbaine n°1, Poindimié Tel 42 64 00
and culinary specialities. Guest of honour: New Zealand. Tel 28 63 01
FRI. 18 & SAT. 19 SEPT. Time Out Païta
ALL YEAR ROUND Art & Culture
Voh Exploring the local and international history of coffee: exhibitions and coffee tastings. Tues. to Sun. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tel 47 37 36
Art & Culture
Art & Culture
Moindou Guided tour of Fort Téremba: penitentiarythemed exhibition indoors & outdoor historical trail. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tel 44 32 71 www.fort-teremba.com
Le Koniambo***
Show featuring French singer Matt Pokora at Arène du Sud venue. 8 p.m . www.lnc.nc/billetterie
SAT. 19 SEPT. Live Music
Koumac Guide tour of old Tiébaghi village near Koumac. Advance booking required Thurs & Sat 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tel 42 78 42
FRI. 25 TO SUN. 27 Fair
Koumac
Boulouparis
Fair
Farino Candlenut Worm Fair: grubbing for worms in candlenut tree trunks, champion worm-eater and worm speciality tasting compered by Mamie Fogliani. From 8 a.m. to midday Place Paul Louis Mariotti Tel 44 31 04 (See p2)
THURS. 17 TO SUN. 20 SEPT. Pacific Fair
Mont-Dore Four days of festivities, attractions, varied stalls
Koumac Fair. Program includes a host of attractions. Information Tel 42 78 71 Blackwoodstock festival: Rock and Arts Festival. www.tickets.nc
SUN. 27 SEPT. Move It
Yaté XC bike race over 30 km & non-competitive XC bike trail over 20 km at Parc Provincial de la Rivière Bleue. www.inlive.nc (See P2)
EVERY SAT.
All market stallholders are local producers and fishermen/women selling their own produce. Early birds get the best choice of items on display, so aim to get there before 9.30 a.m.
NOUMÉA EVERY DAY
4.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Closed every Mon. Baie de la Moselle, Downtown
SAT. 26 SEPT. Live Music
Koné Concert featuring French reggae star Naâman. 8 p.m. La Néa, avenue Lapita Tel 47 30 40 www.inlive.nc
Moindou
EVERY FRI.
SOUTH PROVINCE
Mont-Dore
EVERY SAT. From 7 a.m. to midday At the covered market
EVERY FRI.
From 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. At the covered market
Isle of Pines
EVERY WEDS. & SAT. From 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Open faré beside Point I Tourist Info Centre, Vao
La Foa
EVERY SAT. From 7.30 a.m. to midday Place Georges Guermet
Tel 45 00 32/45 02 80
MARÉ Nengone Tourist Information Office Tel 45 03 49
SAT. 17 & 24 OCT.
OUVÉA Laaï Tourist Information Office
Moindou Sound and Light Show at Fort Téremba
Sports Event
Events & Fairs
Tel 45 10 84/94 97 14
2ND DEC. Live Music
Païta UB 40 in concert at Arène du Sud venue. www.tickets.nc
LIFOU Shopping
Wé Women’s Space, Townhall courtyard. Mon. To Thurs 7.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. & 1 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. Tel 45 00 33
TAKE TO THE WATER!
MARE Shopping
La Roche Women’s Space, Yeiwéné Yeiwéné Cultural Centre, La Roche. Mon to Fri 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tel 45 44 81
OUVEA Shopping
Wadrilla Tribe Tues & Thurs 8 to 11.30 a.m. Advance booking required Tel 45 10 62
FRI. 11 TO SUN. 13 SEPT. Fair
Ouvéa Loyalty Islands Fair on Ouvéa. 3 days of events, attractions, dances, activities and discovery. Please book ahead. Tel 24 22 64 www.iles-loyaute.com
On 2nd October, Maison du Lagon watersports centre and the SANT (Watersports and Leisure Activities Union) are holding the first "Water Night" festival at Nouméa's Cruise Ship Terminal. An absolute must for all fans of the sea and water-based sports and activities, with a fabulous festive water parade as the star highlight. The exciting program includes a flower-bedecked outrigger canoe race, a Va'a race at sunset, a spectacular Parade on the Water and a host of booths with info and brochures showcasing festival participants... After the Parade, it's time to set the night on fire as local dance & music group We Ce Ca and Irish violin ensemble Nivane take centre stage! Maison du Lagon
6 a.m. to midday Meat, fruit & vegetables Ducos Market Hall
Bourail
LIFOU Tourist Information Office
Move It
From 7.30 a.m. to midday Southern approach to the village
EVERY SAT.
From 6.30 a.m. to midday La Coulée Shopping Centre
EVERY SUN.
TUES. & THURS. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On RT4 main road 5 minutes before the village crossroads, Wénéné
WEDS. & SAT.
From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ahead of the bridge leading into the village, Saint Philippo
Yaté
EVERY FRI.
Flea market. From 6 a.m. Market, Drive-In car park, Pont des Français
From 8 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Opposite Point I Tourist Info Centre, Waho Tribe
Women’s market, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. La Réserve, Saint-Louis Tribe
From 8 a.m. to midday On the coast, Goro Tribe
EVERY SAT. & SUN.
Thio
MON. & FRI. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Turn right at the fork and drive on for 5 minutes to the coast, Thio Mission
EVERY WEDS. & SAT.
NORTH PROVINCE Canala
Hienghène
EVERY TUES. & FRI. From 7 a.m. to midday Market hall by the road into the village
Houaïlou EVERY FRI.
From 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. In the village centre
Koumac
EVERY SAT. From 6.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. In the covered market opposite the OPT Post Office
Poindimié
EVERY WEDS. FRI. & SAT. From 6.30 a.m. to midday In the covered market
Ponérihouen EVERY FRI.
EVERY FRI.
From 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. At the Faré in the village centre
From 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Public square
EVERY SAT.
Pouembout
From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Next to the Townhall
LOYALTY ISLANDS Lifou
EVERY WEDS. & FRI. From 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. In the covered market, Wé
Maré
EVERY TUES. & FRI. From 5 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. In the covered market, Tadine
Ouvéa
EVERY SAT. From 6 a.m. to midday. At Heo Tribe village, St Joseph
LIFE STYLE
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A day in Nouméa Tourism Route ART CENTRE
Theatre, festivals, exhibitions... Every Tuesday evening (except the last Tuesday of the month) the Art Centre gardens are the venue for a variety of cultural and arts events, Downtown, 6 boulevard extérieur. Tel 25 07 50 15 minutes’ walk from Place des Cocotiers
BERNHEIM LIBRARY
A selection of books, papers & magazines in French and English. Tues, Thurs & Fri 11 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Weds. 9 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. & Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 41 avenue du Maréchal Foch, Downtown. Tel 24 20 90 10 minutes’ walk Place des Cocotiers
BOTANICAL AND WILDLIFE PARK*
Magnificent botanical gardens and wildlife park. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10.15 a.m. to 5.45 p.m. (from 1st September to 30 April) and from 10.15 a.m. to 5 p.m. (from 1st May to 31 August). Last admission at 5 p.m. Closed Mondays. Route Teyssandier de Laubarède, Montravel. Tel 27 89 51 Take a taxi or take a tour leaving from the Cruise Ship Terminal
A magical window onto New Caledonia’s lagoon Open Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission at 4 p.m. 61 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata. Tel 26 27 31 No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers, get off at “Le Surf hotel” stop
MAISON CELIERES & MAISON DU LIVRE
Explore one of Nouméa’s oldest and finest colonial mansions. Tues to Thurs 2 to 5 p.m. Fri 1.30 to 4 p.m. and 1er sat du mois 9.30 to 11.30 a.m. & 2 to 4 p.m. 21 Route du Port Despointes, Faubourg-Blanchot. Tel 28 65 10 No. 60 bus from Place des Cocotiers get off at Place Valbonne
MARITIME MUSEUM*
Visit the redesigned Maritime Museum and set off on a voyage of discovery of New Caledonia’s maritime history, including the superb collection of items from the doomed La Pérouse expedition. Open from Tuesday to Sunday. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 11 avenue James Cook. Tel 26 34 43 10 minutes’ walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal
MUNICIPAL MARKET
Vast choice of souvenirs, fresh fruit & vegetables Open every day 6 a.m. to midday Closed every Monday Port Moselle. 10 minutes’ walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal
MUSEUM OF NEW CALEDONIA*
Exploring Melanesian culture Open every day except Tuesdays and public holidays. 9 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. & 12.15 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Opposite Baie de la Moselle. Tel 27 23 42 10 minutes’ walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal
NOUMÉA CITY MUSEUM*
A fascinating insight into various periods of New Caledonian history Open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. 39 rue Jean Jaurès, Downtown. Tel 26 28 05 Two blocks up from the Tourist Office, on the left
power of Oceanian cultural traditions. Open Tuesday to Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. rue des Accords de Matignon, Tina. Tel 41 45 45 No. 40 bus (bus stop between cinema and fire station)
WORLD WAR II MUSEUM*
The museum covers all the key aspects of WW2 as it was experienced in New Caledonia, dramatically changing the customs and ideas of a small island country and its people. Open from Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. & from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. 14 avenue Paul Doumer. Tel 27 48 70 5 minutes’ walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal
OUEN TORO VIEWPOINT*
The trail to the panoramic viewpoint is 1 km long but the reward is well worth the effort a breathtaking vista over the city and residential districts, the bays and southern lagoon... and a fascinating reminder of WW2 in the Pacific (canons), Anse Vata. No. 10 bus from Place des Cocotiers
Lagoon outings and activities
SAINT JOSEPH’S CATHEDRAL*
Open every day. Closed to visitors on Sundays but you are welcome to attend Mass: 6 a.m., 9 a.m. & 6.30 p.m. Visitors must be suitably attired. 3 rue Frédéric Surleau, Downtown.
TJIBAOU CULTURAL CENTRE
An inspired blend of contemporary and traditional Kanak architecture showcasing the enduring creative
specialists close by. Open every day from 8.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Anse Vata Faré Tel 76 59 09
Outings and activities in the city MOBILBOARD
See the Nouméa sights, tour the bays or explore the Botanical and Wildlife Park on a Segway PT. Mobilboard rentals “Le Village” Complex, Downtown. Tel 29 12 95 10 minutes’ walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal
TINA GOLF COURSE
World-class 18 hole golf course, open every day from 7 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Tel 43 82 83 No. 40 bus heading for the Cultural Centre, get off one stop before the Centre
TAXI BOATS
Underwater discovery trail signposted by buoys. All you need is standard snorkelling gear. Snorkelling equipment hire on the spot. No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers, get off at “Plage Anse Vata” stop
MAISON DU LAGON
Charters & cruises, scuba diving, snorkelling... Maison du Lagon is your one-stop shop for information about all water-based activities. Open Tuesday to Friday: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. / 2.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 8 a.m. 11.30 a.m. Closed Mondays. Port Moselle. Tel 27 27 27 10 minutes’ walk from Place des Cocotiers
WINDSURFING RENTALS If you're longing to skim the waters of the glorious lagoon, head for MD Plaisirs at Anse Vata bay for a wide choice of windsurfing gear rentals. You'll also find other watersports
LA PROMENADE COMPLEX
Shops, restaurants (Vietnamese, Thai, French, Italian), bakery and pastry shop, bars, fresh fruit juice bar. Open every day and Sunday afternoons, Anse Vata. No. 10, 11 & 70 bus from Place des Cocotiers
PALM BEACH SHOPPING MALL
Range of stores selling souvenirs & gifts, fabrics, table linen, gadgets & gizmos, cigarettes & newspapers and jewellery, restaurants, and a tourist agency. Open every day including Sundays, Anse Vata. No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers
PORT PLAISANCE SHOPPING MALL
How about a last minute cruise? See Taxi Boats p.7
ILE AUX CANARDS UNDERWATER TRAIL
Shopping
Entertainment NOUMÉA’S CASINOS
Le Grand Casino is located at the entrance to Le Méridien Hotel on Pointe Magnin, Anse Vata. Casino Royal is located at the Surf Hotel, Anse Vata. Open from Sunday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. www.casinodenoumea.nc Tel 24 20 20 - Guests must show passports and wear suitable attire. No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers - Stop “CC Baie des Citrons”
BAIE DES CITRONS COMPLEX
Nouméa’s top nightlife hotspot. A wide range of restaurants, bars hosting live gigs and nightclubs... Open every day. Baie des Citrons. No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers
Shopping centre: stores, restaurant, optician, hairdresser, supermarket... Open from Monday to Saturday Closed Sunday, Port Plaisance. No. 10 & 11 bus from Place des Cocotiers
DOWNTOWN RUE DE L’ALMA
Shopping centre: stores, perfumery, cosmetics, supermarket, duty free store… Closed on Sunday, Downtown. 5 minutes’ walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal
LATIN QUARTER
Shops, restaurants, bakery, post office… Open from Monday to Saturday. Most shops and stores are closed on Saturday afternoon. 15 minutes’ walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal
Cruise Ship Terminal A colourful arts and crafts market is held right on the spot
Need information?
inside the Terminal every time a cruise ship docks. Wander round the stalls spread out on both levels of the building and choose your own special souvenirs of New Caledonia. Just so you know: all items sold at the Cruise Ship Terminal have been approved by the Plant Health Authorities for import into Australia.
Accommodation, tours, walks, currency exchange... Get all the information you need at the Tourism Office •Square Olry, Place des Cocotiers, 14, rue Jean Jaurès, Downtown, Tel 28 75 80 Open Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. & Saturday 9 a.m. to midday •113 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata, Tel 27 73 59 Open every day from 9 a.m. to midday & 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
*See map p. 8
LAGOON AQUARIUM*
USEFUL TIPS
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SHOPS & STORES OPENING HOURS
Shops are generally open from 9. a.m. to midday and 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Only food stores stay open non-stop from 7.30 a.m. to around 7 p.m.
CULTURAL PASSPORT
CALEDONIAN TASTE
GETTING AROUND TAKE A BUS
Karuia buses (red buses): Line 40 goes to the Tjibaou Cultural Centre from the bus stop between cinema and fire station. Lines 10 & 11 follow the beach roads. Farés: adults, F210 one way. Tel 26 54 54 / www.karuiabus.com
Sweet & Savoury Tropical Salad
TAKE A TAXI
Taxis, Central rank Place des Cocotiers, faré from city centre to beaches, F1,400. Tel 28 35 12
TAXI BOATS
Dal’Ocean open every day, 6 destinations Tel 96 11 31 Plage loisirs open every day, 2 destinations Tel 26 90 00 Lhooq 6 destinations, open every day, advance booking Tel 77 27 16 Coconut 14 destinations, open every day, advance booking Tel 75 50 17
The traditional welcome or "coutume" is a cornerstone of Kanak culture. In its broadest sense the term "coutume" refers to all the social rules that govern everyday life but in the above instance it refers to the traditional welcome ceremony, which is a mark of
MONEY
respect (at the beginning of a meeting, on arrival on
Very few of Nouméa’s shops stores and tourism leisure activities accept foreign currency. Automatic teller machines (ATMs) are available throughout the territory. Have your pin code handy. Banks are generally open 8 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
EXCHANGE OFFICE (Exchange rates on 8th september 2015) 1 USD = 1 AUD =
The customary welcome
99 XPF 68 XPF
1 NZD = 61 XPF 1 EUR = 119.33 XPF* *of service charge
Location: Inside the Harbour Station, next to the Tourism Office Desk. Opening hours: from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (day ship) From 2.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. (night ship). You can also exchange currency at Nouméa city banks and ATMS are available at: BNP, 111 promenade Roger Laroque, Anse Vata, Nouméa. BCI, 55 promenade Roger Laroque, Baie des Citrons and 20 rue Anatole France, Downtown.
COST OF LIVING French baguette F100 Carton of takeaway food F800 1.5l bottle of fizzy drink F200 Coffee F300 Cyber café F700/hour
A simple gift is offered. Originally this took the form of "Kanak" money, which was made from shells, flying fox fur, etc. Today a gift of tobacco and money (around F1,000) is laid upon a piece of material (known as "le manou"). The person who is giving the gift explains his reasons (to give thanks, make a request for authorisation to enter tribal lands, etc). The person receiving the gift,
COUNTRY CODE
COOL CALLING!
Australia Canada France French Polynesia Germany Italy Japan Korea New zealand Spain United Kingdom United States Vanuatu New Caledonia
The IZI card makes phoning quick and easy and can be used to make local and international calls from a public call box, a landline or a mobile. It’s a non-rechargeable prepaid phone card with a pin c o d e . Tw o f a c e v a l u e s are available: F1,000 and F3,000. On sale at various designated sales points and all OPT telecom branches. Inter national calls now cost less! Dial 00.
USEFUL NUMBERS NC country code: +687 AGENCE KENUA Cruises Representative 28 45 45 / 26 00 55 TONTOUTA AIRPORT (Flight times) 35 11 18 AIR CALÉDONIE (Domestic flights) 25 21 77 AIRCALIN 26 55 00 For real-time flight updates go to: www.tontouta-aeroport.nc www.cci.nc/aeroport/aerodrome-de-magenta/horaires-des-volssur-laerodrome-de-magenta QANTAS 28 65 46 AIR NEW ZEALAND 28 66 77 POLICE 17 FIRE BRIGADE 18
LITTLE LEXICON Hello. Bonjour. Goodbye. Au revoir. Thank you. Merci. Please. S’il vous plait. Yes. Oui. No. Non. What’s your name? Comment vous appelez-vous ? I would like a drink. Je voudrais boire. I would like to eat. Je voudrais manger. Where is...? Où est... ? Where can I take a taxi? Où puis-je prendre un taxi ? Where can I take a bus? Où puis-je prendre un bus ? I would like to go to… Je voudrais aller à... Could you show me the way to downtown? Pourriez-vous me montrer le chemin du centre ville ? What is it? Qu’est-ce que c’est ? How much does this cost? Combien ça coûte ? I would like to buy a… Je voudrais acheter… I don’t feel well.
Je ne me sens pas bien. I need a doctor. J’ai besoin d’un docteur. Please help me! Aidez-moi s’il vous plaît ! I don’t understand. Je ne comprends pas. Please take me to this adress. S’il vous plait emmenez-moi à cette adresse. Sorry to bother you. Désolé de vous déranger. Are there rooms available? Avez-vous des chambres disponibles ? I’d like to make a reservation. Je voudrais faire une réservation. Where is the bathroom? Où sont les toilettes ? Do you accept credit cards? Acceptez-vous les cartes de crédit ? Please bring the bill. L’addition, s’il vous plait. What time is it? Quelle heure est-il ? Left. À gauche. Right. À droite. Straight on. Tout droit. Today. Aujourd’hui. Tomorrow. Demain. Yesterday. Hier.
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BRISBANE 3 X / WEEK Brisbane / Nouméa Nouméa / Brisbane
THURS / SAT / SUN
MELBOURNE 3 X / WEEK Melbourne / Nouméa Nouméa / Melbourne
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SYDNEY 6 X / WEEK Sydney / Nouméa Nouméa / Sydney MON / TUES / THURS / FRI / SAT/ SUN
Vinaigrette: ½ lemon, 200 ml water, 5 g balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt & pepper, 1 tbsp mustard For the salad: 120 g fresh pineapple, 120 g avocado, 120 g peeled pink prawns, 100 g cherry tomatoes, a few sprigs of coriander, 10 g grated coconut Rinse the tomatoes and coriander under running water. Rinse the prawns. Peel and dice the pineapple. Cut the avocado in half and dice the flesh. Add the diced cherry tomatoes and finely chopped coriander. Mix all ingredients in a salad bowl. Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients to make the dressing and drizzle over the salad. Set aside for 20 minutes then sprinkle with grated coconut and serve. Tip: a few leaves of corn salad or rocket make a tasty addition and go beautifully with this tropical salad. This delicious salad makes a refreshing low calorie treat for a hot day. If you can get hold of them, use Maré avocados, renowned for their exquisite fragrance.
FLIGHT SCHEDULE AUCKLAND 5 X / WEEK Auckland / Nouméa Nouméa / Auckland
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1.5l bottle of mineral water F100 Hamburger & fries F1,000 Newspaper F160 Road toll F150 Ham sandwich F300 Bus ticket F210
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tribal land, etc).
Create a succulent blend of New Caledonian savours in just 10 minutes.
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HOSPITALS Emergency medical services Nouméa: Gaston-Bourret/Magenta La Foa Dispensary Koné Dispensary Koumac: Paula Thavoavianon Poindimié: Raymond Doui Nebayes Lifou Dispensary
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DUTY / ON CALL MEDICAL SERVICES / NOUMÉA
PHARMACIES Sat 12 & Sun 13 Sept: Pharmacie Isles, 144 rue Auguste Bénébig, Magenta Tel 25 43 46 Sat 19 & Sun 20 Sept: Pharmacie PK7, 302 rue Jacques Iekawé Tel 41 91 19 Thurs 24 Sept: Pharmacie Océan, 97 rue Gabriel Laroque, N’Géa Tel 28 81 28 Sat 26 & Sun 27 Sept: Pharmacie Val Plaisance, 28 rue Gabriel Laroque Tel 26 16 91
DOCTORS Sat 12 & Sun 13 Sept: Dr Pascal MAYBON, 1 rue la Havannah, Aérodrome Tel 25 10 39 Sat 19 & Sun 20 Sept: Dr Bruno LALLEMENT, 300 rue Jacques Iékawé, PK7 Tel 43 69 13 Thurs 24 Sept: Dr Patrick CHENE, 10 rue Paul Kervistin, Anse Vata Tel 26 26 21 Sat 26 & Sun 27 Sept: Dr Isabelle FAGET, 42 rue Gabriel Laroque, Val Plaisance Tel 26 10 16
EDITOR: OR: Tel (687) 23 23 80 contact@newcaledoniaweekly.nc
TOURIST INFO CENTRES Bourail Canala Hienghène Île des Pins Koné Koumac La Foa Lifou Maré Mont-Dore
Nouméa Ouégoa Ouvéa Thio Tontouta Touho Voh Yaté
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PHOTOS: OEP - NCTPS - Stéphane Ducandas - Hotel Evasion - Ville de Nouméa - Le Taj - Martial Dosdane Festival Femmes Funk - La Perignon Mairie de Farino - Tourisme Province Nord - Caroline Degroiselle - Théâtre de L’ile - Maison Higginsson - La compagnie Caméléon - Ivan Cotignola Association Marguerite - CNC - Amédée Diving Club TRANSLATIONS: Elaine Sutton PRINTED BY: Le Gratuit
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